British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Friday 25th January 2013

Radio 4 11:30am
30 min
When The Dog Dies. Sandy Hopper (Ronnie Corbett). Copyright: CPL Productions

When The Dog Dies

Series 3, Episode 3 - The Secret of Youth

Sandy's neighbour Ken, although ancient, is still winning things - hearts, minds and the cup at the squash club. In fact, he seems to have discovered the secret of eternal youth. Only a raid on his garden will reveal the truth.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5:30pm
30 min
4 O'Clock Club. Image shows from L to R: Dexter (Jason Callender), Josh Carter (Khalil Madovi). Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Club

Series 2, Episode 4 - Ice Cream

Draper initiates a big clamp-down on security and truancy in school, meaning there are no more visits to the ice cream van just outside the front gates.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:20pm (repeat)
My Family. Abi Harper (Siobhan Hayes). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 3, Episode 10 - Handful Of Dust

Ben is annoyed when he discovers that his family have forgotten his birthday, but has slightly more to worry about when Janey arrives with her 'lesbian girlfriend' Katie! Is Janey really gay or has she got an ulterior motive? Nick's new job involves dressing up as a gorilla and Michael seemed a little bit too interested in Katie's lifestyle!

BBC Radio Wales. Copyright: BBC 6:30pm
30 min
Live At Luigi's

Live At Luigi's

Episode 2

Comedy series featuring topical humour and sketches lampooning life in Wales today.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
The News Quiz. Andy Zaltzman

The News Quiz

Series 79, Episode 4

A satirical review of the week's news, chaired by Sandi Toksvig. The panellists are Jeremy Hardy, Hugo Rifkind, Bob Mills and Jo Brand.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Karen (Ramona Marquez), Sue (Claire Skinner), Pete (Hugh Dennis), Ben (Daniel Roche), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 1, Episode 5

Ben's on the case again - this time he's got a mystery illness and is far too sick to go to school, or so he says.

U&Dave channel logo 7pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series G, Episode 6 - Genius

With David Mitchell, Dara O'Briain and Graham Norton.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (repeat)
Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Nurse Gladys Emmanuel (Lynda Baron), Granville (David Jason), Albert Arkwright (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: BBC

Open All Hours

Series 3, Episode 5 - "The Man From Down Under"

When one of Nurse Gladys Emmanuel's admirers returns from Australia, Arkwright proffers a real Yorkshire welcome...

BBC Three 8pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Gavin (Mathew Horne), Stacey (Joanna Page), Smithy (James Corden), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Bryn (Rob Brydon), Nessa (Ruth Jones). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 3, Episode 5

It's Bank Holiday Monday and the Essex contingent arrives for a sunny day out at the beach. Doris even puts her sun dress on!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20pm (repeat)
Yes Minister. Image shows from L to R: James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne), Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds). Copyright: BBC

Yes Minister

Series 3, Episode 4 - The Moral Dimension

Jim heads overseas to mark the signing of an important contract with a Muslim state - a strict, alcohol-free Muslim state. Panicking at the thought of 5 hours of mere orange juice at the reception, he orders the establishment of a special 'communications room' - but is even more shocked to learn of bribery in securing the deal.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 8:30pm
30 min
Room 101. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 2, Episode 4 - Deborah Meaden, Paloma Faith, Jason Manford

Dragon's Den star Deborah Meaden, singer Paloma Faith and stand-up Jason Manford nominate people who use the phrase "all due respect", Fifty Shades of Grey and Lush into Room 101.

BBC Three 8:30pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Gavin (Mathew Horne), Stacey (Joanna Page), Smithy (James Corden), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Bryn (Rob Brydon), Nessa (Ruth Jones). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 3, Episode 6

Nessa and Dave's wedding is fast approaching and the preparations are in full swing. Stacey breaks some life-changing news to Gavin while Bryn and Jason finally put their big secret to bed.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 8:30pm
30 min
John Bishop's Only Joking. John Bishop

John Bishop's Only Joking

Episode 3

Turn that frown upside down with this latest serving of stand-up. Hanging out with John Bishop this week are fellow funny people Rob Rouse, Hal Cruttenden and Tiffany Stevenson, and showbiz stalwarts Michael Ball, Bobby Davro and Mount Pleasant's Angela Griffin.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Dave Best (Craig Cash), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Antony Royle (Ralf Little)

The Royle Family

Series 1, Episode 5

Dave and Denise arrive home late, arguing loudly and threatening to call off the wedding - now just a week away. Soon the whole family are up and smoothing over the cracks of the evening.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version (repeat)
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 43, Episode 7

Star Trek icon William Shatner takes to the Have I Got News For You host's chair. Team captains Ian Hislop and Paul Merton are joined by guest panellists Andy Hamilton and Charlie Brooker.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 9pm
60 min
Great Night Out. Image shows from L to R: Hodge (Lee Boardman), Daz (Stephen Walters), Beggsy (William Ash), Glyn (Craig Parkinson)

Great Night Out

Episode 3

A schoolboy row resurfaces between Daz and Hodge, threatening to disrupt Glyn's fancy dress birthday party plans.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm
30 min
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 15, Episode 2

Host Jimmy Carr and team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by Richard Bacon, Gemma Collins, Henning Wehn and Katherine Ryan.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm
60 min
Stella. Copyright: Tidy Productions

Stella

Series 2, Episode 3

There's a ruckus as rows, rogue lovers and Russell Grant come to Pontyberry.

BBC Three 9:30pm (repeat)
Pramface. Image shows from L to R: Sandra Prince (Bronagh Gallagher), Keith Prince (Ben Crompton), Jamie Prince (Sean Michael Verey), Laura Derbyshire (Scarlett Alice Johnson), Alan Derbyshire (Angus Deayton), Janet Derbyshire (Anna Chancellor). Copyright: BBC / Little Comet

Pramface

Series 2, Episode 3 - Supermum And Hardguy2000

Laura has a work placement and, with Janet out at work and Alan too clumsy to be safely left with a baby, Laura takes up Jamie's offer to babysit.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9:30pm
30 min
The Last Leg. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Adam Hills, Alex Brooker

The Last Leg

Series 1, Episode 1

The award-winning chat show The Last Leg returns live with a joyful, off-beat take on the week that aims to celebrate all that is best about Britain. Actor Idris Elba is the guest this week.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40pm (repeat)
The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Dave Best (Craig Cash), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Antony Royle (Ralf Little)

The Royle Family

Series 1, Episode 6

Denise and Dave's wedding day has finally arrived, and the family are busy readying themselves for the ceremony - and drinking - ahead.

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
QI Logo. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series H, Highlights Special - QI VG: Compilation Show 4

More of the best bits from the H series of QI, with Stephen Fry, Alan Davies, and a host of special guests.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Dave's One Night Stand. Milton Jones. Copyright: Amigo Television / Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Dave's One Night Stand

Series 4, Episode 4 - Milton Jones

Britain's funniest Milton, Milton Jones, performs from his hometown of Richmond. Joining him is Jason Cook, James Acaster and Chris Stokes.

BBC Three 10pm (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Topical stand-up comedy and chat show hosted by Russell Howard.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
50 min
Paddy's TV Guide. Paddy McGuinness. Copyright: ITV Studios

Paddy's TV Guide

Episode 2 - Technology

Paddy focuses on technology and looks at everything from some fairly unique science experiments to answering the big questions... like can we have sex in space?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20pm (repeat)
Yes, Prime Minister. Image shows from L to R: Sir Humphrey Appleby (Henry Goodman), Jim Hacker (David Haig). Copyright: BBC

Yes, Prime Minister

Episode 2 - The Poisoned Chalice

Jim holds a dinner to welcome the Kumranistan Foreign Secretary.

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 14 - Minnie Driver, Stephen Merchant, Clare Balding

Minnie Driver talks about being pregnant; Clare Balding says she doesn't deserve an honour; Stephen Merchant reveals all about his love life; and The Script talk about their friend will.i.am.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:50pm (repeat)
Alan Carr Live: Spexy Beast. Alan Carr. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Alan Carr Live: Spexy Beast

Alan Carr presents his live show Spexy Beast, previously released on DVD in 2011.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Karen (Ramona Marquez), Sue (Claire Skinner), Pete (Hugh Dennis), Ben (Daniel Roche), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 1, Episode 5

Ben's on the case again - this time he's got a mystery illness and is far too sick to go to school, or so he says.

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

Mock The Week

Series 7, Highlights Special

At the halfway point in the series, Dara O'Briain presents a special show featuring unseen material and favourite bits from the series so far.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40pm (repeat)
Yes Minister. Image shows from L to R: James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne), Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds). Copyright: BBC

Yes Minister

Series 3, Episode 4 - The Moral Dimension

Jim heads overseas to mark the signing of an important contract with a Muslim state - a strict, alcohol-free Muslim state. Panicking at the thought of 5 hours of mere orange juice at the reception, he orders the establishment of a special 'communications room' - but is even more shocked to learn of bribery in securing the deal.

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