British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Wednesday 20th February 2013

BBC Radio Scotland 2pm
30 min
Maldini's. Image shows from L to R: Francesca Maldini (Molly Vevers), Nonna Maldini (Marj Hogarth), Gino Maldini (Jonathan Watson), Franco Maldini (Jordan Young), Anna Maldini (Dawn Steele), Katy Maldini (Nicola Roy), Gianni Maldini (Jamie Lemetti). Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Maldini's

Radio Scotland sitcom pilot set in a cafe run by a large Scots-Italian family headed by larger-than-life Gino Maldini, played by Jonathan Watson.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5:15pm
30 min
Sadie J. Copyright: BBC

Sadie J

Series 3, Episode 5 - Littlemixamondo

Rico and Dede battle it out to prove who is really Sadie's best friend - whoever wins gets to meet their favourite girl band.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:20pm (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 3 - What's Up, Docklands?

Ben and Susan decide to help out some friends by flat sitting their brand-new Docklands apartment. It doesn't turn out to be the weekend they anticipated when they accidentally burn the flat down.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Dilemma. Sue Perkins. Copyright: BBC

Dilemma

Series 2, Episode 1

Paul Sinha struggles with his sporting loyalties; poet Lemn Sissay experiences Something New; actor and comic Margaret Cabourn-Smith faces up to some poor parenting; and Graeme Garden contemplates life without one of his favourite Aunties.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (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 4

There is a lot to discuss at Ben's parents' evening including muggers, dangerous chemicals and re-enactments of the Great Plague. Mum is still suspicious Jake is hiding something and Karen decides which of the world's great religions to lead.

U&Dave channel logo 7pm
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 41, Episode 7

Bill Bailey acts as tonight's guest host. Joining Ian Hislop and Paul Merton are guest panellists Armando Iannucci and Jack Whitehall.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (repeat)
dinnerladies. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Anne Reid), Stan (Duncan Preston), Brenda (Victoria Wood), Twinkle (Maxine Peake), Dolly (Thelma Barlow), Tony (Andrew Dunn), Anita (Shobna Gulati). Copyright: Good Fun / Pozzitive Productions

dinnerladies

Series 2, Episode 5 - Gamble

Tony and Bren arrive at work together, causing much scandalous rumour amongst the girls. And a bet they'll "get it on" before Christmas.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Squadron Leader Lord Flashheart (Rik Mayall). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Blackadder Goes Forth, Episode 4 - Private Plane

Blackadder's latest plan to escape the terror of the trenches is to join the glamorous world of Lord Flasheart in the Royal Flying Corps.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 8:30pm (repeat)
John Bishop's Only Joking. John Bishop

John Bishop's Only Joking

Episode 6

Proving to be a popular chap, John Bishop is joined by another ragtag group of guests, notably comics Mick Ferry and Matthew Crosby, and TV presenters Caroline Flack and Les Dennis.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Come Fly With Me. Image shows from L to R: David Walliams, Matt Lucas

Come Fly With Me

Episode 3

Flylo ground crew member Taaj Manzoor bumps into Harry Potter actor Rupert Grint, and Customs Officers Roberts and Stewart try to work out what to do with a truly massive drugs haul.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version (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.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 9pm (repeat)
Benidorm. Image shows from L to R: Jacqueline Stewart (Janine Duvitski), Donald Stewart (Kenny Ireland). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Benidorm

Series 4, Episode 2

Noreen checks in at The Solana with her irritable daughter Pauline. Sam, Natalie and Liam hit a nightclub; and Mateo tries to get Les/Lesley fired.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 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, Christmas Special - Gavin & Stacey Christmas Special

It's Christmas Eve and the Wests join the Shipmans for one of Mick's famous turkey dinners.

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

Mock The Week

Series 1, Episode 1

The first ever episode. Linda Smith is the guest on Hugh Dennis and Frankie Boyle's team, whilst Rory Bremner has John Oliver and Jeremy Hardy on his team.

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

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 7, Highlights Special - Stand-Up Highlights Special

Russell Howard offers up a special episode of stand-up from all the rising stars of comedy who featured in the current series, with performances from Daniel Sloss, Mae Martin, Nathan Caton, Reggie Watts, Andrew Ryan, Glenn Wool and Marcel Lucont.

BBC Four 10pm
30 min
Bob Servant. Image shows from L to R: Frank (Jonathan Watson), Bob Servant (Brian Cox), Nick Edwards (Rufus Jones), Phillippa Edwards (Pollyanna McIntosh). Copyright: BBC

Bob Servant

Bob Servant Independent, Episode 5 - The Debate

This week Bob's in big trouble and he knows it. A by-election debate, in front of a live radio audience, is his last chance for glory but he's running unusually low on ideas.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
30 min
Derek. Derek (Ricky Gervais). Copyright: Derek Productions

Derek

Series 1, Episode 4

Derek decides to sell some of his autographs in order to raise money for the retirement home. Meanwhile, an outing to the beach for some of the residents means a blissful afternoon in the sunshine.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (repeat)
My Mad Fat Diary. Rae Earl (Sharon Rooney). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

My Mad Fat Diary

Series 1, Episode 6 - Chapter 6: Part II - It's A Wonderful Rae

Rae is in a very dark place following Tix's deterioration and an argument with Chloe.

BBC Three 10:30pm (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 7, Highlights Special - Christmas Highlights Special

In this special Christmas episode, Russell Howard offers up all the best bits from the current series of Good News, alongside previously unseen material.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:30pm
50 min version
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 5

Krishnan Guru-Murthy, David O'Doherty, Jamelia and Paul Foot join Jimmy, Jon and Sean to look back at what has been a busy week for news.

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
QI Titles. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series D, Christmas Special - December

Christmas Special with Dara O'Briain, Rich Hall and Jo Brand.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (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 4

There is a lot to discuss at Ben's parents' evening including muggers, dangerous chemicals and re-enactments of the Great Plague. Mum is still suspicious Jake is hiding something and Karen decides which of the world's great religions to lead.

Radio 4 11pm (repeat)
What To Do If You're Not Like Everybody Else. Andrew Lawrence. Copyright: BBC

What To Do If You're Not Like Everybody Else

Series 2, Episode 3 - Home Making

Andrew Lawrence explores the perils and frustrations of decorating and furnishing our homes and then inviting people round.

Radio 4 11:15pm
15 min
Jigsaw. Image shows from L to R: Tom Craine, Nat Luurtsema, Dan Antopolski. Copyright: Avalon Television

Jigsaw

Series 1, Episode 1

Stand-up comedians Dan Antopolski, Tom Craine and Nat Luurtsema combine their talents to piece together a rapid-fire and surreal sketch show.

U&Dave channel logo 11:20pm
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 41, Episode 7

Bill Bailey acts as tonight's guest host. Joining Ian Hislop and Paul Merton are guest panellists Armando Iannucci and Jack Whitehall.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:20pm (repeat)
The Last Leg. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Adam Hills, Alex Brooker

The Last Leg

Series 1, Episode 4

Jack Dee joins Adam Hills, Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker to provide some intelligent and alternative commentary on the significant moments of the past seven days.

Radio 4 11:30pm (repeat)
Sketchorama. Humphrey Ker. Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Sketchorama

Series 1, Episode 2

Sketch comedian Humphrey Ker presents up-and-coming sketch groups from the live UK comedy circuit. Featuring The Noise Next Door, The Boom Jennies and Jigsaw.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Squadron Leader Lord Flashheart (Rik Mayall). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Blackadder Goes Forth, Episode 4 - Private Plane

Blackadder's latest plan to escape the terror of the trenches is to join the glamorous world of Lord Flasheart in the Royal Flying Corps.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky Midnight (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: Jack Whitehall, Andrew Flintoff, James Corden, Jamie Redknapp. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 5, Episode 1

The sports panel show is back. James Corden, Jamie Redknapp and Freddie Flintoff are joined by LFC captain Steven Gerrard, John Bishop, Jack Whitehall and Georgie Thompson.

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