British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Friday 9th November 2012

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6am (repeat)
The Liver Birds. Image shows from L to R: Beryl Hennessey (Polly James), Sandra Hutchinson (Nerys Hughes). Copyright: BBC

The Liver Birds

Series 4, Episode 8 - Love Is

Sandra finds work as a kennel maid whilst Beryl resolves herself to a life of housekeeping: something she excels to fail in! Paul, meanwhile, has another role in mind for Sandra - that of wife!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:30am (repeat)
Sykes. Image shows from L to R: Corky Turnbull (Deryck Guyler), Eric Sykes (Eric Sykes), Hattie Sykes (Hattie Jacques). Copyright: BBC

Sykes

Series 7, Episode 1 - The Drop Out

Sitcom about identical twins Eric and Hattie Sykes, who live together in suburban London.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7am (repeat)
The Brittas Empire. Gordon Brittas (Chris Barrie). Copyright: BBC

The Brittas Empire

Despite his ambition and good intentions, everything seems to go wrong at Whitbury New Town Leisure Centre when manager Gordon Brittas is around.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
Up The Garden Path

Up The Garden Path

Episode 3, A Soft-Hearted Little Thing: More tangles in Izzy's love-life, when she and Dick head to dinner with Charles.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40am (repeat)
The Liver Birds. Image shows from L to R: Beryl Hennessey (Polly James), Sandra Hutchinson (Nerys Hughes). Copyright: BBC

The Liver Birds

Series 4, Episode 9 - Anyone For Freedom

Robert has proposed to Beryl over the phone, but she's not satisfied and insists that he returns from London to do it in person and present her with a ring.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:45am (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Martha Howe-Douglas, Ben Willbond, Mathew Baynton. Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 2, Episode 5

An Incan child has the worst birthday ever, a Roman farmer meets a door-to-door poo salesman, and King George IV embarks on a solo musical career.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
The Navy Lark. Copyright: BBC

The Navy Lark

Series 7, Episode 9 - The Mysterious Pudding Mine

When Goldstein spots something bobbing about in the sea, panic ensues on Troutbridge.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20am (repeat)
Sykes. Image shows from L to R: Corky Turnbull (Deryck Guyler), Eric Sykes (Eric Sykes), Hattie Sykes (Hattie Jacques). Copyright: BBC

Sykes

Series 7, Episode 2 - Fanny-By-Gaslight

Sitcom about identical twins Eric and Hattie Sykes, who live together in suburban London.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
The Burkiss Way. Copyright: BBC

The Burkiss Way

Episode 3.12, Bruce's Choice and Start New Series the Burkiss Way: Long ago in a radio galaxy far away - space film spoofing and the best of 'Bruce Forysth'.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9am (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Lionel and Jean were young lovers until accidentally losing touch. Years later they meet again by chance and unexpectedly rekindle their romance.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
Bristow. Copyright: BBC

Bristow

Series 1, Episode 3 - The Girl Next Door

When a new face appears in the office opposite Chester-Perry's building - she causes quite a stir.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9:05am (repeat)
Dani's House. Image shows from L to R: Max (Sebastian Applewhite), Toby (Harry Culverhouse), Sam (Klariza Clayton), Dani (Dani Harmer), Ben (James Gandhi). Copyright: The Foundation / BBC

Dani's House

A sitcom/sketch show for Children's BBC starring Dani Harmer. Dani is left at home to look after her annoying younger brother Max.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
Snap. Copyright: BBC

Snap

Series 2, Episode 6

Divorced Doug and Molly date in secret - but can't ignore their split.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40am (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Image shows from L to R: Richard DeVere (Peter Bowles), Mrs. Polouvicka (Daphne Heard). Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Series 2, Episode 2

Audrey and Marjory invite old school friend Podge for the weekend, following her recent divorce. The figure that arrives, however, is far from that which they expected!

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 10am (repeat)
Barbara. Image shows from L to R: Barbara Liversidge (Gwen Taylor), Ted Liversidge (Sam Kelly)

Barbara

Series 2, Episode 3 - Mum

After "escaping" from her retirement home, Ted puts his mum, Queenie, up for a few days. Meanwhile, Martin lets Mike Burns - his station's lead anchor - stay in his spare room after he discovers his wife is having an affair.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20am (repeat)
Ever Decreasing Circles. Image shows from L to R: Ann Bryce (Penelope Wilton), Martin Bryce (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Ever Decreasing Circles

Series 3, Episode 3

When Martin hears they are to have new neighbours in the close, he is put out. After all, he hasn't vetted them first!

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 10:30am (repeat)
Man About The House. Image shows from L to R: Chrissy Plummer (Paula Wilcox), Robin Tripp (Richard O'Sullivan), Jo (Sally Thomsett). Copyright: Thames Television

Man About The House

Series 2, Episode 2 - Colour Me Yellow

During a break from decorating the flat, Robin's attempt to stand up for Chrissy against an oaf in the pub quickly goes awry when said oaf turns out to be significantly taller. Surely he's not a coward?

U&W channel logo 11am (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Roger Bailey Jr. (Keiron Self), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 5, Episode 4 - Luck Be A Lady Tonight

Roger Bailey produces a beautiful new girlfriend after Susan suggests making Abi jealous. The only problem is Roger's new girl isn't quite what she seems, in fact she charges £200 an hour!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11am (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 9, Episode 2 - The Heavily Reinforced Bottom

In Seymour's opinion, what Compo urgently needs is some tough physical exercise to get himself back into peak condition, and there is no better way of achieving this than the ideal combination of Compo, a canal and a canoe.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11am (repeat)
Hounded. Image shows from L to R: Dr Muhahahaha (Colin McFarlane), Rufus (Rufus Hound). Copyright: BBC

Hounded

Episode 1 - The Back Of The Sofa

Rufus Hound is transported into a parallel universe and has to save every person on Earth from being sucked down the back of their sofas...

Radio 4 11:30am
30 min
Phil Hammond

Polyoaks

Series 2, Episode 1 - A Question Of Psychology

Dr. Jeremy is still diagnosing with Google, selling patent remedies and generally teetering on the brink of any number of malpractice suits.

U&W channel logo 11:40am (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Roger Bailey Jr. (Keiron Self), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 5, Episode 5 - First Past The Post

With a mixture of civic pride and sense of community, Susan decides to run for the council. As a result of this and Michael's new pet, Ben is tempted to run for the hills.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40am (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 22, Episode 10 - The Coming Of The Beast

Truly tells Billy Ingleton that there is a tiger on the loose.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
The Navy Lark. Copyright: BBC

The Navy Lark

Series 7, Episode 9 - The Mysterious Pudding Mine

When Goldstein spots something bobbing about in the sea, panic ensues on Troutbridge.

U&W channel logo 12:20pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey), Sue (Claire Skinner), Karen (Ramona Marquez), Ben (Daniel Roche), Pete (Hugh Dennis). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 2, Episode 4

Pete and Sue find themselves in every parent's ultimate nightmare - trapped in a foreign airport with three bored young children (and an increasingly bewildered Grandad).

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 3, Episode 4 - Pardon Me

Blanco's parole hearing is imminent and it looks like he will be successful, but he's not happy. Convicted of killing his wife, he's always denied he committed the crime. Why should he accept the parole board's decision that he's done his time and paid his penance when he's innocent?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
The Burkiss Way. Copyright: BBC

The Burkiss Way

Episode 3.12, Bruce's Choice and Start New Series the Burkiss Way: Long ago in a radio galaxy far away - space film spoofing and the best of 'Bruce Forysth'.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:35pm (repeat)
Dani's House. Image shows from L to R: Max (Sebastian Applewhite), Toby (Harry Culverhouse), Sam (Klariza Clayton), Dani (Dani Harmer), Ben (James Gandhi). Copyright: The Foundation / BBC

Dani's House

A sitcom/sketch show for Children's BBC starring Dani Harmer. Dani is left at home to look after her annoying younger brother Max.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1pm (repeat)
My Family. Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 6, Episode 7 - The Art Of Being Susan

Susan is invited to dinner by a wealthy art collector. Her mother is gathering a collection of her own, and Roger is summoning up the courage to pop the question to Abi.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:40pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Roger Bailey Jr. (Keiron Self), Janey Harper (Daniela Denby-Ashe), Kenzo Harper (Tayler Marshall), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker), Michael Harper (Gabriel Thomson), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay), Abi Harper (Siobhan Hayes). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 7, Episode 1 - The Ego Has Landed

An unusual request from a couple whom Susan and Ben met on holiday leads to chaos in the Harper household, and Susan finally discovers who Kenzo's father is.

BBC Radio Scotland 1:45pm
15 min
The Gates

The Gates

Episode 3

A runny nose brings health to the top of the agenda.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:20pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Uncle Albert (Buster Merryfield), Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 4, Episode 1 - Happy Returns

A chance encounter with old flame Juney, back on the estate after some 20-odd years, leaves Del suspicious of her daughter Debbie's parentage. Serious questions need to be asked - not least when Derek realises that Rodney could be getting comfortable with his own niece!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3pm (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Lionel and Jean were young lovers until accidentally losing touch. Years later they meet again by chance and unexpectedly rekindle their romance.

U&Yesterday channel logo 3:20pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 24, Episode 1 - The Lair Of The Cat Creature

Truly, Clegg and Billy come to the aid of a failed birdman.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:40pm (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Image shows from L to R: Richard DeVere (Peter Bowles), Mrs. Polouvicka (Daphne Heard). Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Series 2, Episode 2

Audrey and Marjory invite old school friend Podge for the weekend, following her recent divorce. The figure that arrives, however, is far from that which they expected!

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:15pm (repeat)
Barbara. Image shows from L to R: Barbara Liversidge (Gwen Taylor), Ted Liversidge (Sam Kelly)

Barbara

Series 2, Episode 4 - Christening

It's Christening day for Matin and Linda's baby, but he's stuck - literally - at a supermarket. Back in the Liversidge household, his recently-divorced parents are giving Ted and Barbara more than a little cause for stress...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:20pm (repeat)
Ever Decreasing Circles. Image shows from L to R: Ann Bryce (Penelope Wilton), Martin Bryce (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Ever Decreasing Circles

Series 3, Episode 3

When Martin hears they are to have new neighbours in the close, he is put out. After all, he hasn't vetted them first!

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:50pm (repeat)
Duty Free. Image shows from L to R: David Pearce (Keith Barron), Linda Cochran (Joanna Van Gyseghem), Carlos (Carlos Douglas), Robert Cochran (Neil Stacy), Amy Pearce (Gwen Taylor). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

Duty Free

Series 2, Episode 3 - Couples

A young honeymoon couple find themselves offered marital advice from some unlikely sources - the Pearce's and the Cochran's.

U&W channel logo 5pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Roger Bailey Jr. (Keiron Self), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 5, Episode 4 - Luck Be A Lady Tonight

Roger Bailey produces a beautiful new girlfriend after Susan suggests making Abi jealous. The only problem is Roger's new girl isn't quite what she seems, in fact she charges £200 an hour!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
Pub

Old Dog And The Partridge

Episode 6: Jack has flu, so daughter Nicola takes over just as the pub inspectors are due.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:20pm (repeat)
Man About The House. Image shows from L to R: Chrissy Plummer (Paula Wilcox), Robin Tripp (Richard O'Sullivan), Jo (Sally Thomsett). Copyright: Thames Television

Man About The House

Series 2, Episode 2 - Colour Me Yellow

During a break from decorating the flat, Robin's attempt to stand up for Chrissy against an oaf in the pub quickly goes awry when said oaf turns out to be significantly taller. Surely he's not a coward?

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:30pm (repeat)
Gigglebiz. Justin Fletcher. Copyright: BBC

Gigglebiz

CBeebies legend Justin Fletcher gets the nation's under-sixes laughing their socks off with his collection of crazy comedy characters.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5:30pm
30 min
The Revolting World Of Stanley Brown. Stanley (Dean Chapman). Copyright: Retort

The Revolting World Of Stanley Brown

Episode 8 - Scab Hunters

Stanley needs only one more gruesome scab to finish his ultimate collection and beat arch-rival Geekboy2000. The only trouble is the scab in question is attached to his sister Steph's arm!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Up The Garden Path

Up The Garden Path

Episode 3, A Soft-Hearted Little Thing: More tangles in Izzy's love-life, when she and Dick head to dinner with Charles.

U&W channel logo 5:40pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Roger Bailey Jr. (Keiron Self), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 5, Episode 5 - First Past The Post

With a mixture of civic pride and sense of community, Susan decides to run for the council. As a result of this and Michael's new pet, Ben is tempted to run for the hills.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:40pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 22, Episode 10 - The Coming Of The Beast

Truly tells Billy Ingleton that there is a tiger on the loose.

U&W channel logo 6:20pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey), Sue (Claire Skinner), Karen (Ramona Marquez), Ben (Daniel Roche), Pete (Hugh Dennis). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 2, Episode 4

Pete and Sue find themselves in every parent's ultimate nightmare - trapped in a foreign airport with three bored young children (and an increasingly bewildered Grandad).

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:20pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 3, Episode 4 - Pardon Me

Blanco's parole hearing is imminent and it looks like he will be successful, but he's not happy. Convicted of killing his wife, he's always denied he committed the crime. Why should he accept the parole board's decision that he's done his time and paid his penance when he's innocent?

BBC Radio Wales. Copyright: BBC 6:30pm
30 min
What's The Story?. Tom Price. Copyright: Tidy Productions

What's The Story?

Series 7, Episode 4

Tom Price hosts the topical comedy quiz show, which takes a sideways look at the week's news in front of a live studio audience.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
The Now Show. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Steve Punt. Copyright: BBC

The Now Show

Series 38, Episode 1

Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present the week via topical stand-up and sketches. With Jon Holmes, Laura Shavin, Mitch Benn and special guests Andi Osho and Tina C.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

A selection of episodes from the first and second series of the Dawn French sitcom.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
The Navy Lark. Copyright: BBC

The Navy Lark

Series 7, Episode 9 - The Mysterious Pudding Mine

When Goldstein spots something bobbing about in the sea, panic ensues on Troutbridge.

U&Yesterday channel logo 7:20pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 24, Episode 1 - The Lair Of The Cat Creature

Truly, Clegg and Billy come to the aid of a failed birdman.

BBC Two Scotland 7:30pm (repeat)
Fawlty Towers. Image shows from L to R: Sybil Fawlty (Prunella Scales), Basil Fawlty (John Cleese). Copyright: BBC

Fawlty Towers

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Builders

Basil's drive to save money gets the better of him when he hires the lowest quoting builder, a cowboy by the name of O'Reilly, to refurbish the lobby, rather than Sybil's choice, the respected and trustworthy Mr Stubbs.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
The Burkiss Way. Copyright: BBC

The Burkiss Way

Episode 3.12, Bruce's Choice and Start New Series the Burkiss Way: Long ago in a radio galaxy far away - space film spoofing and the best of 'Bruce Forysth'.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
Monty Python: Almost The Truth. Copyright: Bill And Ben Productions / Eagle Rock Film Productions

Monty Python: Almost The Truth

Episode 6

In the final episode, the Pythons play at the Hollywood Bowl, make Monty Python's The Meaning Of Life, mourn the death of Graham Chapman, and go their separate ways.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 8:30pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Pete (Hugh Dennis), Sue (Claire Skinner), Karen (Ramona Marquez), Ben (Daniel Roche), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 4, Episode 1

The Brockman family have some tough decisions to make about work, video games and who to take to a family funeral. The vicar probably wishes none of them had ever come.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 8:30pm
30 min
Spy. Image shows from L to R: The Examiner (Robert Lindsay), Tim (Darren Boyd). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Spy

Series 2, Episode 4 - Codename: Mistaken Identity

The Examiner is on star-spotting duties and casts Tim and Caitlin in a recruitment video. It seems like a perfectly good idea until the pair let their disguised identities get the better of them.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Fawlty Towers. Image shows from L to R: Sybil Fawlty (Prunella Scales), Basil Fawlty (John Cleese). Copyright: BBC

Fawlty Towers

Series 1, Episode 3 - The Wedding Party

A group of guests arriving at the hotel in preparation for a nearby wedding raise Basil's anger levels when he mistakes them for swingers and sex addicts.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9pm
30 min
Have I Got News For You. Image shows left to right: Ian Hislop, Paul Merton. Credit: Matt Crockett

Have I Got News For You

Series 44, Episode 5

Damian Lewis hosts, with guest panellists Nigel Farage MEP and Harry Shearer.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Smithy (James Corden). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 2, Episode 3

Stacey's getting used to being an 'Essex wife' but it's not as exciting as she'd hoped.

BBC Three 9pm (repeat)
Unzipped. Image shows from L to R: Greg James, Russell Kane. Copyright: Talkback

Unzipped

Series 2, Episode 6

Example and Jerry Springer join Greg James and Russell Kane for chat, games and bizarre confessions, all based around the results of a unique survey exploring British behaviour.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm
30 min
Trollied. Image shows from L to R: Julie (Jane Horrocks), Lorraine (Stephanie Beacham), Gavin (Jason Watkins). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Trollied

Series 2, Episode 12

Gavin assures Julie that he won't make another Lorraine-shaped mistake as the search for her replacement gets under way.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm
30 min
Me And Mrs Jones. Image shows from L to R: Gemma Jones (Sarah Alexander), Billy (Robert Sheehan)

Me And Mrs Jones

Episode 5

Tom hosts a dinner for Gemma who shows up with an uninvited guest. Much to the annoyance of a lovelorn Jason, Inca goes on a blind date at the bar where she inadvertently gives Billy some advice about love that forces him to finally confront Gemma.

U&Dave channel logo 9:40pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Smithy (James Corden). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 2, Episode 4

Mick becomes a minor celebrity for the night after appearing on the news.

BBC Three 9:45pm
45 min version
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 7, Episode 7

Russell Howard returns to pore through another week's weird and wild news stories and international media events.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:50pm (repeat)
Fawlty Towers. Image shows from L to R: Sybil Fawlty (Prunella Scales), Basil Fawlty (John Cleese). Copyright: BBC

Fawlty Towers

Series 1, Episode 6 - The Germans

Sybil's in hospital, receiving treatment for an ingrowing toenail. Basil's left at the hotel to carry out a fire alarm test and oversee a group of German guests. What could possibly go wrong?

BBC HD 10pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Jo Brand, Stephen Fry, Liza Tarbuck, Sue Perkins. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series J, Episode 9 - Jeopardy

With Ross Noble, Sue Perkins and Julia Zemiro.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Jo Brand, Stephen Fry, Liza Tarbuck, Sue Perkins. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series J, Episode 9 - Jeopardy

With Ross Noble, Sue Perkins and Julia Zemiro.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
70 min
Alan Carr: Chatty Man. Alan Carr. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Alan Carr: Chatty Man

Series 9, Episode 8 - Jamie Oliver & Jimmy Doherty, Taylor Swift, The Wanted, The Killers

Alan is joined on the sofa by Jamie Oliver and Jimmy Doherty who talk about their new Channel 4 show Food Fight Club, Taylor Swift talks about her new album, The Wanted discuss their new single, while The Killers perform their latest singe, Miss Atomic Bomb.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm
60 min
A League Of Their Own 6. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 6, Episode 3

Featuring appearances from actor and comedian Johnny Vegas, Sky Sports presenter Charlotte Jackson and former Spurs manager Harry Redknapp, no doubt looking forward to a bit of father-son time with Jamie.

U&Dave channel logo 10:20pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 10, Episode 5

Dara O'Briain and the team tickle the ribs of another week with guests Ed Byrne, Micky Flanagan, Milton Jones and Jack Whitehall.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:30pm (repeat)
Yes, Prime Minister. Image shows from L to R: Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne), James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds). Copyright: BBC

Yes, Prime Minister

Series 2, Episode 2 - Official Secrets

With his predecessor due to publish memoirs with not entirely flattering recollections of Jim's time as Minister for Administrative Affairs, he attempts to see the book censored. There's little legal ground to do so, and Number 10 is thrown into a panic when word of the blocking attempt is leaked...

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Meanwhile With The Bearded Ladies. Image shows from L to R: Mel (Oriane Messina), Lucy (Susie Donkin), Alex (Charlotte McDougall). Copyright: BBC

Meanwhile With The Bearded Ladies

Episode 3

Kevin attempts to buy a special dress for Jo. Lucy uses Colin in order to help her get the children into a faith school by pouncing on the local vicar. Alex turns into a pig when coming into contact with Mel's chocolate cake.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:35pm
45 min
The Graham Norton Show. Graham Norton. Credit: So Television, Christopher Baines

The Graham Norton Show

Series 12, Episode 4 - Cameron Diaz, Sarah Millican, Rod Stewart

Cameron Diaz reveals her passion for older men; Rod Stewart explains his crying; and Sarah Millican talks about her tour.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 10, Highlights Special - Highlights & Out-takes Special

Dara O'Briain and the team present a special edition of the topical quiz featuring unseen material, show highlights and out-takes with guests including Micky Flanagan, Chris Addison and Milton Jones.

BBC Three 11pm (repeat)
Some Girls. Image shows from L to R: Viva (Adelayo Adedayo), Holli (Natasha Jonas), Saz (Mandeep Dhillon), Amber (Alice Felgate). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Some Girls

Series 1, Episode 1

After hearing some upsetting news from her dad, Viva decides to leave home and live with her friends. Elsewhere on the estate, Amber is finding it very hard to dump her boyfriend, despite plenty of varied advice from Viva, Saz and Holli.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
The Big Fun Show. Image shows from L to R: Neil Mullarkey, Josie Lawrence, Tony Hawks, Paul Merton, John Irwin, Julian Clary. Copyright: Pozzitive Productions

The Big Fun Show

Episode 2.1, Meet the Wife: When the band performs at Lorelei's school reunion, is honesty the best policy?

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 11pm (repeat)
Switch. Image shows from L to R: Stella (Lacey Turner), Jude (Nina Toussaint-White), Grace (Phoebe Fox), Hannah (Hannah Tointon). Copyright: Touchpaper Television

Switch

Episode 4

The girls' coven anniversary is approaching, and preparations for celebrations are in place. But when Grace gets mugged, she wants to leave London for good.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:05pm (repeat)
The Comic Strip Presents...

30 Years Of The Comic Strip Presents

New documentary looking back at The Comic Strip Presents... and its influence on British comedy in the past 30 years.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm (repeat)
Friday Night Dinner. Image shows from L to R: Martin (Paul Ritter), Adam (Simon Bird), Jackie (Tamsin Greig), Jonny (Tom Rosenthal)

Friday Night Dinner

Series 2, Episode 5 - The Yoghurts

Jonny is in a real pickle: he wants to split up with his 43 year old girlfriend (Liz - who's also his boss), but is too scared to do so. Adam, meanwhile is happy to keep teasing him about her age ("I'll switch the stair lift on").

Comedy Central 11:30pm
30 min
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 2, Episode 19

Ian Stone discovers the Germans only look forward, Tiff Stevenson is getting old, Stephen Grant is a pedant and Jimeoin talks smells in toilets.

Comedy Central 11:30pm (repeat)
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Stand-up comedy from London's famous club, The Comedy Store.

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Don't Sit In The Front Row. Jack Dee. Copyright: Citrus Television

Don't Sit In The Front Row

Series 1, Episode 2

Jack Dee is joined by Phill Jupitus, Sue Perkins and Josh Widdicombe, who give four more unfortunate souls a comedy clobbering.

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Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 3, Episode 6

This week, TV presenter Davina McCall and comedian Dave Gorman join David's camp and compete against journalistic powerhouse Janet Street-Porter and funnyman Omid Djalili on Lee's team.

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Genius

Series 1, Episode 5 - Stewart Lee

With Stewart Lee. Ideas include the CD playing microwave oven, guns that fire puppies, and synchronised car indicators.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 14, Episode 5

This week, Jon Richardson is joined by Holly Walsh and rapper Example, whilst Sean Lock has actor John Hannah and Canadian comic Bobby Mair on his team.

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The Armstrong & Miller Show. Image shows from L to R: Alexander Armstrong, Ben Miller. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions / Toff Media

The Armstrong & Miller Show

Series 3, Episode 3

Featuring more from the out-of-touch vampires, some 'no nonsense' nonsense from new characters Phil and Ken, and a special report from royal correspondent Terry Devlin.

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Lee Evans Up Close

Phill Jupitus interviews Lee Evans as he undertakes his XL Tour 2005.

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The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Simon Cooper (Joe Thomas), Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird), Neil Sutherland (Blake Harrison), Jay Cartwright (James Buckley). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

The Inbetweeners Top Ten Moments: This one-hour special counts down the top ten moments - as voted for by the viewers - from all three series of The Inbetweeners.

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Father Ted. Image shows from L to R: Father Dougal McGuire (Ardal O'Hanlon), Father Ted Crilly (Dermot Morgan), Mrs Doyle (Pauline McLynn), Father Jack Hackett (Frank Kelly). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Father Ted

Series 3, Episode 1 - Are You Right There Father Ted?

When Father Crilly upsets the local Chinese community, he's determined to right the misunderstanding in any way he can. Sadly, Dougal, Jack, and luck are always present to conspire against him...

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Argumental

Series 2, Episode 9

With guests Dara O'Briain and Will Smith.

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The Gates

The Gates

Episode 3

A runny nose brings health to the top of the agenda.

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The Ricky Gervais Show

Series 3, Episode 1 - Brian's Brain

Karl pitches his movie idea, The Wife of Brian - an out of work actor called Brian takes over the body of the dead Tom Cruise to finish Mission: Impossible 8.

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Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 5, Episode 14 - Near, Far

Louise and her new boyfriend Mick are getting on well - she loves hearing all his celebrity gossip. None of her friends believe she has such a stylish boyfriend, and she wants to introduce him to them all. Only trouble is, her squeak is starting to annoy him!

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Father Ted. Image shows from L to R: Father Dougal McGuire (Ardal O'Hanlon), Father Ted Crilly (Dermot Morgan), Mrs Doyle (Pauline McLynn), Father Jack Hackett (Frank Kelly). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Father Ted

Series 3, Episode 2 - Chirpy Burpy Cheap Sheep

Ted becomes involved with the King of the Sheep competition after betting the entire winter's heating budget on the local champion.

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Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Stand-up comedy from London's famous club, The Comedy Store.

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Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 10, Episode 5

Dara O'Briain and the team tickle the ribs of another week with guests Ed Byrne, Micky Flanagan, Milton Jones and Jack Whitehall.

BBC Three 1am
45 min version (repeat)
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Russell Howard's Good News

Series 7, Episode 7

Russell Howard returns to pore through another week's weird and wild news stories and international media events.

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Fawlty Towers

Series 1, Episode 3 - The Wedding Party

A group of guests arriving at the hotel in preparation for a nearby wedding raise Basil's anger levels when he mistakes them for swingers and sex addicts.

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Alan Carr: Chatty Man

Series 9, Episode 8 - Jamie Oliver & Jimmy Doherty, Taylor Swift, The Wanted, The Killers

Alan is joined on the sofa by Jamie Oliver and Jimmy Doherty who talk about their new Channel 4 show Food Fight Club, Taylor Swift talks about her new album, The Wanted discuss their new single, while The Killers perform their latest singe, Miss Atomic Bomb.

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Misfits

Series 4, Episode 2

Finn isn't quite as innocent as he looks when a dark secret he's been hiding at home is revealed.

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Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 10, Highlights Special - Highlights & Out-takes Special

Dara O'Briain and the team present a special edition of the topical quiz featuring unseen material, show highlights and out-takes with guests including Micky Flanagan, Chris Addison and Milton Jones.

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Fawlty Towers. Image shows from L to R: Sybil Fawlty (Prunella Scales), Basil Fawlty (John Cleese). Copyright: BBC

Fawlty Towers

Series 1, Episode 6 - The Germans

Sybil's in hospital, receiving treatment for an ingrowing toenail. Basil's left at the hotel to carry out a fire alarm test and oversee a group of German guests. What could possibly go wrong?

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Unzipped

Series 2, Episode 6

Example and Jerry Springer join Greg James and Russell Kane for chat, games and bizarre confessions, all based around the results of a unique survey exploring British behaviour.

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Bristow

Series 1, Episode 3 - The Girl Next Door

When a new face appears in the office opposite Chester-Perry's building - she causes quite a stir.

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The Armstrong & Miller Show. Image shows from L to R: Alexander Armstrong, Ben Miller. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions / Toff Media

The Armstrong & Miller Show

Series 3, Episode 3

Featuring more from the out-of-touch vampires, some 'no nonsense' nonsense from new characters Phil and Ken, and a special report from royal correspondent Terry Devlin.

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Yes, Prime Minister. Image shows from L to R: Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne), James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds). Copyright: BBC

Yes, Prime Minister

Series 2, Episode 2 - Official Secrets

With his predecessor due to publish memoirs with not entirely flattering recollections of Jim's time as Minister for Administrative Affairs, he attempts to see the book censored. There's little legal ground to do so, and Number 10 is thrown into a panic when word of the blocking attempt is leaked...

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Don't Sit In The Front Row. Jack Dee. Copyright: Citrus Television

Don't Sit In The Front Row

Series 1, Episode 2

Jack Dee is joined by Phill Jupitus, Sue Perkins and Josh Widdicombe, who give four more unfortunate souls a comedy clobbering.

BBC Three 2:30am (repeat)
Some Girls. Image shows from L to R: Viva (Adelayo Adedayo), Holli (Natasha Jonas), Saz (Mandeep Dhillon), Amber (Alice Felgate). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Some Girls

Series 1, Episode 1

After hearing some upsetting news from her dad, Viva decides to leave home and live with her friends. Elsewhere on the estate, Amber is finding it very hard to dump her boyfriend, despite plenty of varied advice from Viva, Saz and Holli.

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Snap

Series 2, Episode 6

Divorced Doug and Molly date in secret - but can't ignore their split.

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Monty Python: Almost The Truth

Episode 6

In the final episode, the Pythons play at the Hollywood Bowl, make Monty Python's The Meaning Of Life, mourn the death of Graham Chapman, and go their separate ways.

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Pub

Old Dog And The Partridge

Episode 6: Jack has flu, so daughter Nicola takes over just as the pub inspectors are due.

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Up The Garden Path

Up The Garden Path

Episode 3, A Soft-Hearted Little Thing: More tangles in Izzy's love-life, when she and Dick head to dinner with Charles.

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