Schedule Thursday 20th December 2012
2point4 Children
Series 1, Episode 6 - Young At HeartBill is livid following Ben's revelation of the contents of the lock-up, and the grotty new area manager at work isn't making life any easier, particularly with a new wage payment plan.
Waiting For God
Series 3, Episode 8Diana turns her attention to local politics as a means to achieving more influence in her various causes. Unfortunately, Bayview needs her thunderous temper as Jenny faces the sack in a latest cost-cutting drive imposed by the board.
2point4 Children
Series 2, Episode 1 - I'm Going Slightly MadIt's been 14 weeks since Bill left the bakery, and she's starting to feel the pressure of being unemployed. Strange dreams haunt her sleep, and she doesn't know what to do. Ben, meanwhile, has a new assistant, Chris.
An Actor's Life For Me
Series 3, Episode 1 - Here's Looking At You, KidRobert Wilson discovers acting isn't everything it appears to be.
Spy
Series 1, Episode 4 - Codename: BookclubTim really wants to join Marcus's book club, well, what he thinks is a book club. Meanwhile, the Examiner demonstrates his unique lie-detecting skills.
Births, Deaths And Marriages
Series 1, Episode 2The team are horrified that the media have been invited to one of Malcolm's citizenship sessions. Plus, Anita's got problems with childcare and Luke is having a 'quarter life' crisis.
Spy
Series 1, Episode 5 - Codename: BloodTim's spy senses should be tingling when he strikes a dodgy deal with The Examiner. Meanwhile, Marcus is given a taste of power, and he likes it...
The Green Green Grass
Series 3, Episode 5 - Fifteen MinutesBoycie can't believe that his staff are auditioning for a reality TV show, but the lure of fame proves too much to resist. Marlene has some plans of her own for when he's away.
Parsley Sidings
Series 1, Episode 7 - Cricket, Lovely CricketHorace Hepplewhite continues to try and prevent his beloved railway station from being closed down.
The Best Of Les Dawson
Episode 3Four-part series paying tribute to Les Dawson, famous for his deadpan wit and curmudgeonly persona. Featuring clips from some of his classic sketches and comedy performances.
Take It From Here
The Glums debate culinary insularity and Jim and Bentley discuss pathos.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 2, Episode 6 - Who's The Caddy?The farmer comes across his old golf clubs and decides to knock a few balls around, instantly putting his back out in the process. Shaun takes the opportunity to learn how to play, while Bitzer is forced to tend to his injured master inside the house.
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.
Unnatural Acts
Episode 2.4, Monkey Business: A lion with poor cuticles? A trip to a safari park trip throws up unexpected attractions.
Just A Minute
Series 61, Episode 1Returning series of the ever-popular panel game, hosted by Nicholas Parsons. The players are Graham Norton, Paul Merton, Sheila Hancock and Tony Hawks.
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.
George & Mildred
Series 5, Christmas Special - The Twenty Six Year ItchIt's almost Christmas, and Ann's off to visit her mother with the children. Jeffrey, meanwhile, has been invited to give a speech at a formal dinner during her absence, and down at the pub, George gets chatting to a temporary barmaid...
My Family
Series 8, Christmas Special - Have An Unhappy ChristmasA festive edition of the family sitcom sees Ben's efforts to buy Susan's Christmas present getting him into trouble, while Susan's letter from The Palace means a change of holiday plans for everyone.
Keeping Up Appearances
Suburban snob Hyacinth Bucket devotes her time to monitoring standards and attempting to impress influential people.
Keeping Up Appearances
Suburban snob Hyacinth Bucket devotes her time to monitoring standards and attempting to impress influential people.
My Family
Series 1, Episode 1 - The Serpent's ToothBen is annoyed to learn that both Janey and Susan are patients of another dentist... especially since Janey has a crush on this dentist. Nick uses Ben's laptop to have an 'email romance' with Isabelle - a famous model... who's lying to who?
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 26, Christmas Special - Merry Entwistle And Jackson DaySanta, alias Smiler, needs reviving after a strenuous day - but possibly not with a strong drink.
Jonathan Creek
Series 2, Episode 3 - The Scented RoomJonathan knows how a million pound painting was stolen. But after a bad review from the painting's owner, even a £50,000 reward and a begging Maddy can't persuade the moody magic man to tell.
Parsley Sidings
Series 1, Episode 7 - Cricket, Lovely CricketHorace Hepplewhite continues to try and prevent his beloved railway station from being closed down.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 18, Christmas Special - There Goes The GroomRonnie is put off the idea of marriage by Truly's stories of matrimonial disasters.
Take It From Here
The Glums debate culinary insularity and Jim and Bentley discuss pathos.
Little Crackers
Little Crackers 2011, Episode 8 - Sheridan Smith's Little CrackerOne little girl is destined for stardom in a short inspired by the life and times of Sheridan Smith.
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.
Ladies Of Letters
Series 11 - Ladies of Letters Go Crackers, Episode 4Karen tries to get Vera and Irene back on speaking terms after their vitriolic falling out.
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.
Keeping Up Appearances
Suburban snob Hyacinth Bucket devotes her time to monitoring standards and attempting to impress influential people.
Horrible Histories
Series 3, Episode 6Some tantalising tastes are on the menu this week as Henry VIII extols the virtues of his "all meat, no vegetables" diet plan and a variety of unusual courses are dished up in Aztec Come Dine With Me.
Never Mind The Buzzcocks
Series 25, Episode 5Will Young is in the host chair, along with captains Noel Fielding and Phill Jupitus. They are joined by X Factor's Sinitta, comedians Mark Watson and Paul Foot, and cool DJ Toddla T.
Roy
Series 2, Episode 6 - Pint Sized RoyRoy accidentally gets shrunk to just five inches tall. Home alone, he destroys the anniversary cake that Becky baked for their grandparents. How will Roy make it up to his sister, and will he return to normal size?
Keeping Up Appearances
Suburban snob Hyacinth Bucket devotes her time to monitoring standards and attempting to impress influential people.
Gigglebiz
CBeebies legend Justin Fletcher gets the nation's under-sixes laughing their socks off with his collection of crazy comedy characters.
My Family
Series 8, Christmas Special - Have An Unhappy ChristmasA festive edition of the family sitcom sees Ben's efforts to buy Susan's Christmas present getting him into trouble, while Susan's letter from The Palace means a change of holiday plans for everyone.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 22, Episode 8 - A White Sweater And A Solicitor's LetterA letter intended for Compo interests the town and terrifies his son, Tom.
Sadie J
Series 2, Episode 8 - BridesmaidamundoWhen Sadie interferes in her aunt's wedding, she discovers an uncomfortable truth from the past.
The Best Of Les Dawson
Episode 4Four-part series paying tribute to Les Dawson, famous for his deadpan wit and curmudgeonly persona. Featuring clips from some of his classic sketches and comedy performances.
King Street Junior
Series 7, Episode 3 - Is There A Father Christmas?Christmas is on the horizon and Mr. Sims is elected to co-ordinate school festivities by getting Michaela Strachan to play Father Christmas. Mr. Holliday, who usually does the role, is not pleased.
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.
My Family
Series 1, Episode 1 - The Serpent's ToothBen is annoyed to learn that both Janey and Susan are patients of another dentist... especially since Janey has a crush on this dentist. Nick uses Ben's laptop to have an 'email romance' with Isabelle - a famous model... who's lying to who?
The Belles Of St. Trinian's
The first film set at Ronald Searle's infamous school. The girls of St. Trinian's find themselves involved in a horse racing scam.
Chekhov: Comedy Shorts
Episode 2 - The BearSmirnoff (Julian Barratt) a rude and boorish landowner, calls on the recently widowed Popova (Julia Davis). Also starring Reece Shearsmith.
An Actor's Life For Me
Series 3, Episode 1 - Here's Looking At You, KidRobert Wilson discovers acting isn't everything it appears to be.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 18, Christmas Special - There Goes The GroomRonnie is put off the idea of marriage by Truly's stories of matrimonial disasters.
On The Buses
Series 4, Episode 5 - Christmas DutyStan and Jack are lumbered with last-minute Christmas Day duty after the rostered clippie falls ill, which spoils the whole family's plans for dinner.
Jonathan Creek
Series 2, Episode 3 - The Scented RoomJonathan knows how a million pound painting was stolen. But after a bad review from the painting's owner, even a £50,000 reward and a begging Maddy can't persuade the moody magic man to tell.
The Spaceship
Series 2, Episode 4 - SickThe crew contract a mystery virus which makes them age at an alarming rate.
George & Mildred
Series 5, Christmas Special - The Twenty Six Year ItchIt's almost Christmas, and Ann's off to visit her mother with the children. Jeffrey, meanwhile, has been invited to give a speech at a formal dinner during her absence, and down at the pub, George gets chatting to a temporary barmaid...
Births, Deaths And Marriages
Series 1, Episode 3Malcolm is distracted by a breast feeding mother during a birth registration, causing Lorna to suspect he might have made his first ever mistake...
Paradise Lost In Space
Episode 4The dangers of tennis for the Oblivions are now clear - but surely Martinis are OK?
One Foot In The Grave
Series 5, Christmas Special - The Man Who Blew AwayVictor is dogged by the practical jokes of a pair of local children, but having been recently stolen he is at least finally rid of the albatross that is their car. A long-forgotten holiday acquaintance, Mr Foskett, comes to visit the Meldrews and his unconventional behaviour causes problems for Patrick.
Parsley Sidings
Series 1, Episode 7 - Cricket, Lovely CricketHorace Hepplewhite continues to try and prevent his beloved railway station from being closed down.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 28, Episode 7 - The Crowcroft ChallengeHoward sees the hidden potential of wearing an all-engulfinq crow outfit.
Take It From Here
The Glums debate culinary insularity and Jim and Bentley discuss pathos.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 7, Episode 5 - He Ain't Heavy, He's My UncleUncle Albert has been mugged and Del is determined to bring the perpetrators to justice. But is Uncle Albert telling all he knows...?
Walking The Dogs
Touching comedy drama based on the events of an intruder breaking into the Queen's bedroom. Stars Emma Thompson as the monarch.
A Young Doctor's Notebook
Series 1, Episode 3Stomach pain pushes despairing doctor Daniel Radcliffe to desperate lengths. His older self, Jon Hamm, suffers the unsavoury effects of his addiction.
Sexxx
Episode 6 - ShowLiza puts pressure on Ben to cough up some financial support, so he and Pauly attempt to introduce their wares to the mainstream domestic market and hire a stall at the Ideal Home exhibition.
Men Behaving Badly
Christmas Trilogy, Christmas Special - DeliveryFlat share sitcom following security salesman Gary and his lodger, as they attempt to navigate the opposite sex.
Michael Grade's History Of The Pantomime Dame
Michael Grade explores the rich history of the very British Pantomime Dame.
Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow
Christmas Special - Michael McIntyre's Christmas Comedy RoadshowJoining Michael McIntyre on stage for this festive viewing extravaganza are Jack Dee, Miranda Hart, Sean Lock, James Corden, Rob Brydon, David Mitchell and Rhod Gilbert, with music from Kylie Minogue.
Russell Howard's Good News
Topical stand-up comedy and chat show hosted by Russell Howard.
Michael Grade's History Of The Pantomime Dame
Michael Grade explores the rich history of the very British Pantomime Dame.
Little Crackers
Little Crackers 2012, Episode 11 - Sharon Horgan's Little CrackerChristmas on the Horgans' turkey farm is a hectic time and 14-year-old Sharon must do her share of the plucking.
Impractical Jokers
Series 1, Episode 6It's a ruthless fight to finish where there are no winners, just a loser. This time, the jokers aren't allowed to scream in the scary part as they ride a rollercoaster. Also, they face embarrassment analysing the public's handwriting and force each other to be unhelpful guides as they meet and greet visitors to Brighton.
Little Crackers
Little Crackers 2012, Episode 12 - Darren Boyd's Little CrackerDarren Boyd has been given a great honour, singing at his school's local Christmas concert, and he can't wait to share the news with his mum and dad.
Gavin & Stacey
Series 2, Christmas Special - Gavin & Stacey Christmas SpecialIt's Christmas Eve and the Wests join the Shipmans for one of Mick's famous turkey dinners.
Him & Her
Series 3, Episode 6 - The ProposalIt's Steve and Becky's first anniversary and Steve has planned to ask her to marry him. But he reckoned without the arrival of Laura.
Have I Got News For You
Series 40, Episode 9Miranda Hart hosts the satirical panel featuring guest panellists Greg Davies and Marcus Brigstocke.
Births, Deaths And Marriages
Series 1, Episode 2The team are horrified that the media have been invited to one of Malcolm's citizenship sessions. Plus, Anita's got problems with childcare and Luke is having a 'quarter life' crisis.
Celebrity Juice
Series 8, Highlights Special - A Juicemas Carol - Chapter TwoKeith Lemon, Holly Willoughby, Fearne Cotton and Mark Wright return for part two of the Christmas special.
Adam Hills Stands Up Live
Adam Hills performs stand-up in front of an audience at the Lyric Theatre in London's West End.
The Inbetweeners Rude Road Trip
The stars of sitcom The Inbetweeners hit the road for Comic Relief, in search of 50 rudely named places in 50 hours.
Mark Watson Makes The World Substantially Better
Series 2, Episode 2 - PatienceMark Watson continues to look at the virtues, with the stand-up this week on the topic of 'patience'. Assistants Tim Key and Tom Basden wait politely in line to perform their poems and songs.
Being Eileen
Family-based comedy focussing on Birkenhead's Lewis family, particularly recently widowed grandmother Eileen.
Don't Sit In The Front Row
Series 1, Episode 8Nervous audience members can breathe a sigh of relief, as Jack Dee subjects four final Front Rowers to the mercy of his guest panel. Phill Jupitus, Sara Pascoe and Lloyd Langford go to town on the last group of contestants.
Mock The Week
Series 8, Episode 3Dara O'Briain and regulars Hugh Dennis, Russell Howard and Andy Parsons frisk another suspicious looking week and uncover guests Stewart Francis, Andrew Maxwell and Andi Osho.
The Simon Day Show
Series 1, Episode 3 - Dave Angel1990s Eco-Warrior Dave Angel performs at the Mallard Theatre and a confused delivery man arrives with gifts from a star.
The Atkinson People
Episode 3, George Dupont: The French philosopher remains an enigma, despite an exhaustive biography.
Spy
Series 2, Episode 9 - Codename: Pulp FrictionWhile Chris tells one porky too many in a bid to turn Marcus into a celebrated author, Portis busily prepares for Caitlin's birthday, but fails to factor in a major obstacle in the form of saboteur Tim.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 7, Episode 6 - Three Men, A Woman And A BabyThe time has finally arrived for Raquel to give birth to "Son of Del", and Rodney is convinced that evil forces are afoot.
The Bleak Old Shop Of Stuff
Christmas SpecialJedrington's family is incarcerated by evil lawyer Skulkingworm in London's infamous prison The Skint, until they can repay a mysterious and vast debt. Will Jedrington rescue his family in time for Christmas or lose them forever? And is there more to the name Secret-Past than meets the eye?
Weak At The Top
Series 1, Episode 1 - Gold CardJohn Weak puts the man into management. He's randy, devious, sexist and drink-sodden, a high-powered marketing director with the morals of a skunk, the skin of a rhino and the brain of a one-celled organism.
A League Of Their Own
Series 6, Episode 8The sixth series bows out with guest appearances from Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany, comedian Lee Mack and actress Billie Piper.
The Bleak Old Shop Of Stuff
Christmas SpecialJedrington's family is incarcerated by evil lawyer Skulkingworm in London's infamous prison The Skint, until they can repay a mysterious and vast debt. Will Jedrington rescue his family in time for Christmas or lose them forever? And is there more to the name Secret-Past than meets the eye?
The Catherine Tate Show
Series 2, Episode 5Paul meets Sam's parents who are still laughing about their fancy dress party, Bernie meets a new member of staff and Nan comes home from a funeral and discovers that Lena owed her money.
The Spaceship
Series 2, Episode 4 - SickThe crew contract a mystery virus which makes them age at an alarming rate.
Have I Got News For You
Series 40, Episode 9Miranda Hart hosts the satirical panel featuring guest panellists Greg Davies and Marcus Brigstocke.
Absolutely Fabulous
Series 2, Episode 2 - DeathEdina's father is dead, but is it art? Struggling to grasp the concept of mourning, Edina begins to worry about her own mortality, prompting a lavish spending spree. Meanwhile, Gran and Saffron make funeral arrangements while Edina and Patsy, drunk, finally decide to attend.
Impractical Jokers
Series 1, Episode 6It's a ruthless fight to finish where there are no winners, just a loser. This time, the jokers aren't allowed to scream in the scary part as they ride a rollercoaster. Also, they face embarrassment analysing the public's handwriting and force each other to be unhelpful guides as they meet and greet visitors to Brighton.
Paradise Lost In Space
Episode 4The dangers of tennis for the Oblivions are now clear - but surely Martinis are OK?
The Catherine Tate Show
Series 2, Episode 5Paul meets Sam's parents who are still laughing about their fancy dress party, Bernie meets a new member of staff and Nan comes home from a funeral and discovers that Lena owed her money.
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store
Stand-up comedy from London's famous club, The Comedy Store.
Walking The Dogs
Touching comedy drama based on the events of an intruder breaking into the Queen's bedroom. Stars Emma Thompson as the monarch.
The Revolution Will Be Televised
Series 1, Episode 1Dale Maily meets members of the Occupy movement in London, a group tries to make Tony Blair a saint, and regular characters James and Barnaby attend the Liberal Democrat conference.
Men Behaving Badly
Christmas Trilogy, Christmas Special - DeliveryFlat share sitcom following security salesman Gary and his lodger, as they attempt to navigate the opposite sex.
Celebrity Juice
Series 8, Highlights Special - A Juicemas Carol - Chapter TwoKeith Lemon, Holly Willoughby, Fearne Cotton and Mark Wright return for part two of the Christmas special.
Argumental
Series 3, Episode 5Dynamic debating courtesy of team captains Marcus Brigstocke and Rufus Hound along with their guest panellists. Here, chair John Sergeant welcomes Katy Brand and Mark Watson.
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store
Stand-up comedy from London's famous club, The Comedy Store.
A Young Doctor's Notebook
Series 1, Episode 3Stomach pain pushes despairing doctor Daniel Radcliffe to desperate lengths. His older self, Jon Hamm, suffers the unsavoury effects of his addiction.
The Revolution Will Be Televised
Series 1, Episode 2James and Barnaby are out canvassing for votes during the London Mayoral election hoping to help get Boris Johnson re-elected, whilst Dale Maily is at the Jubilee weekend.
Lee Evans Live At Her Majesty's Theatre
Lee Evans captured at his hilarious best at Her Majesty's Theatre in London.
Early Doors
Series 2, Episode 1Forged bank notes are being past over The Grapes counter but who is the culprit? Luckily Phil and Nige are on the case.
Chekhov: Comedy Shorts
Episode 2 - The BearSmirnoff (Julian Barratt) a rude and boorish landowner, calls on the recently widowed Popova (Julia Davis). Also starring Reece Shearsmith.
Him & Her
Series 3, Episode 6 - The ProposalIt's Steve and Becky's first anniversary and Steve has planned to ask her to marry him. But he reckoned without the arrival of Laura.
Unnatural Acts
Episode 2.4, Monkey Business: A lion with poor cuticles? A trip to a safari park trip throws up unexpected attractions.
The Ricky Gervais Show
Series 2, Episode 3Ricky teaches Karl some facts about animals; Karl offers a misguided theory about evolution, then recounts the latest scientific breakthroughs in medicine; and Stephen reads from Karl's Diary, sharing his thoughts about the Congo, the decline of gadgets and watching films with subtitles.
Absolutely Fabulous
Series 2, Episode 2 - DeathEdina's father is dead, but is it art? Struggling to grasp the concept of mourning, Edina begins to worry about her own mortality, prompting a lavish spending spree. Meanwhile, Gran and Saffron make funeral arrangements while Edina and Patsy, drunk, finally decide to attend.
Don't Sit In The Front Row
Series 1, Episode 8Nervous audience members can breathe a sigh of relief, as Jack Dee subjects four final Front Rowers to the mercy of his guest panel. Phill Jupitus, Sara Pascoe and Lloyd Langford go to town on the last group of contestants.
Peep Show
Series 4, Episode 2 - ConferenceJez and Mark are at a hotel, each with their own nightmare to defuse. Mark is offered a promotion on condition that he delivers a presentation to the entire board, while Johnson takes a shine to Big Suze and tries to bribe Jeremy into letting him sleep with her.
Russell Howard's Good News
Topical stand-up comedy and chat show hosted by Russell Howard.
Just A Minute
Series 61, Episode 1Returning series of the ever-popular panel game, hosted by Nicholas Parsons. The players are Graham Norton, Paul Merton, Sheila Hancock and Tony Hawks.
Michael Grade's History Of The Pantomime Dame
Michael Grade explores the rich history of the very British Pantomime Dame.
The IT Crowd
Series 1, Episode 5 - The Haunting Of Bill CrouseMoss goes to extraordinary lengths to help Jen escape the unwanted attention of potential suitor Bill Crouse. Meanwhile, Roy is busy trying to escape the attentions of an admirer of his own...
Pete Versus Life
Series 2, Episode 6 - Does Pete Dream Of Electric Sheep?Pete starts dating a new girlfriend, Tilly, who believes that UFOs are of alien origin. All is going well, until Pete discovers that Chloe, 'the one that got away', is going out with his nemesis, Jake.
King Street Junior
Series 7, Episode 3 - Is There A Father Christmas?Christmas is on the horizon and Mr. Sims is elected to co-ordinate school festivities by getting Michaela Strachan to play Father Christmas. Mr. Holliday, who usually does the role, is not pleased.
An Actor's Life For Me
Series 3, Episode 1 - Here's Looking At You, KidRobert Wilson discovers acting isn't everything it appears to be.