British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Wednesday 6th March 2013

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6am (repeat)
2point4 Children. Image shows from L to R: Bill (Belinda Lang), David (John Pickard), Ben (Gary Olsen), Jenny (Clare Buckfield). Copyright: BBC

2point4 Children

Series 1, Episode 2 - Saturday Night And Sunday Morning

Bill's stress levels haven't lowered when she's left with annoying sister-in-law Tina, and she and David soon storm out. Is the man on the motorbike following her...?

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (repeat)
On The Buses. Stan Butler (Reg Varney). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 3, Episode 4 - Brew It Yourself

Stan gets himself in hot water when a home brewing attempt results in a beer far more potent than he'd intended!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:30am (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.

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2point4 Children. Image shows from L to R: Bill (Belinda Lang), David (John Pickard), Ben (Gary Olsen), Jenny (Clare Buckfield). Copyright: BBC

2point4 Children

Series 1, Episode 3 - When The Going Gets Tough

As Ben receives notification of an "interview" with the tax inspector, Bill gets into a spot of bother at the supermarket. Meanwhile, there's the small matter of a note and phone number to resolve, and Jenny's going vegetarian.

U&Dave channel logo 7am (repeat)
Carpool. Robert Llewellyn. Copyright: RDF Television

Carpool

Episode 7 - David Baddiel & Tim Minchin

David Baddiel shops for DVDs while Tim Minchin visits a hardware store.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
Gareth Corke

Fat Chance

Episode 4 - Secrets And Lies

Will Graham be the next Blue Peter presenter and why did Tina's husband leave her?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Dilemma. Sue Perkins. Copyright: BBC

Dilemma

Series 2, Episode 2

Josie Long deals with a catering faux pas; journalist Owen Jones puts a value on human life and/or robots; actor, musician and author Clare Grogan keeps her back yard tidy; and comedian Andrew Maxwell hears the patter of tiny feet.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40am (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 8am (repeat)
Hancock's Half Hour. Image shows from L to R: Sidney James (Sid James), Anthony Aloysius St John Hancock (Tony Hancock), Bill Kerr (Bill Kerr)

Hancock's Half Hour

Series 1, Episode 6 - The New Car

Embarrassed at being the only celebrity in the country without a car, Bill suggests Tony visit Sid. Tony settles on a new arrival, but they've not been out driving long before realising it's a stolen police car! Things get worse when an escaped convict chances upon them.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20am (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 4

After saving a drowning child, Martin has become a hero. He succeeds in boring everybody to death with his tale of heroism.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8:25am (repeat)
The Upper Hand. Image shows from L to R: Joanna Burrows (Kellie Bright), Laura West (Honor Blackman), Charlie Burrows (Joe McGann), Tom Wheatley (William Puttock), Caroline Wheatley (Diana Weston)

The Upper Hand

Series 4, Episode 4 - Summoned To The Head

Caroline's delight when Tom is promoted at school soon ends in dismay.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Series 5, Episode 3

An estate agent bully and the Legend of William Tell.

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)
Peter Tinniswood

Winston

Winston Comes To Town, Episode 1 - A Tweak Of The Thread

Father's poorly so the family must return to London, but Nancy's fretting over Winston.

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

Series 3, Episode 5 - Only Child

In a rash moment that she thinks is just a joke, Dani says she wishes Max would disappear. Amazingly, he does - and Dani is full of remorse as she tries to get him to come home. Little does she know that he is hidden in the attic with Ben's help, determined to make Dani miss him for real.

CITV 9:10am (repeat)
Sooty. Richard (Richard Cadell). Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Modern incarnation of the children's comedy series. The puppets Sooty, Sweep and Soo help Richard Cadell at a coastal holiday park.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
The Party Line. Copyright: BBC

The Party Line

Series 3, Episode 2

Duncan is offered a fact-finding mission to America, but Roger advises against it claiming it won't help him control Rothershurst. Duncan also faces going into a ballroom dancing contest with Harriet.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40am (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 13 - Going Dental

Susan forsakes Ben's dental conference to work on her novel, while Ben gets more than he bargained for when he seeks a new Harley Street partner.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20am (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Suburban snob Hyacinth Bucket devotes her time to monitoring standards and attempting to impress influential people.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:25am (repeat)
Me & My Monsters. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Me & My Monsters

Series 2, Episode 8 - Next Big Thing

Children's series combining live action and puppetry about a family who discover a group of monsters living under their house.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:50am (repeat)
Scoop. Digby Digworth (Shaun Williamson). Copyright: BBC

Scoop

Series 1, Episode 7 - Don't Read All About It

Digby resorts to desperate measures when Hacker destroys a famous author's new book.

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 14, Episode 3 - The Phantom Of The Graveyard

The three geriatric delinquents decide to pay their respects to "Old Sylvester" with a few formal drinks but first they must buy a new funeral suit for Compo.

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 14, Episode 4 - The Self-Propelled Salad Strainer

When Nora Batty leaves home to visit a person unknown, Compo decides that the time has come for him to say it with flowers.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
Hancock's Half Hour. Image shows from L to R: Sidney James (Sid James), Anthony Aloysius St John Hancock (Tony Hancock), Bill Kerr (Bill Kerr)

Hancock's Half Hour

Series 1, Episode 6 - The New Car

Embarrassed at being the only celebrity in the country without a car, Bill suggests Tony visit Sid. Tony settles on a new arrival, but they've not been out driving long before realising it's a stolen police car! Things get worse when an escaped convict chances upon them.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20pm (repeat)
The Good Life. Image shows from L to R: Margo Leadbetter (Penelope Keith), Tom Good (Richard Briers), Jerry Leadbetter (Paul Eddington), Barbara Good (Felicity Kendal). Copyright: BBC

The Good Life

Series 2, Episode 1 - Just My Bill

Tom and Barbara are left in financial trouble as they struggle to sell their surplus fruit and vegetables just as the rates need to be paid. A last-gasp search down the back of a sofa means the payment is met on time - leaving the Goods with a single penny to their name.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Series 5, Episode 3

An estate agent bully and the Legend of William Tell.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:40pm (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

Series 3, Episode 5 - Only Child

In a rash moment that she thinks is just a joke, Dani says she wishes Max would disappear. Amazingly, he does - and Dani is full of remorse as she tries to get him to come home. Little does she know that he is hidden in the attic with Ben's help, determined to make Dani miss him for real.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1pm (repeat)
'Allo 'Allo!. Image shows from L to R: Edith Melba Artois (Carmen Silvera), René François Artois (Gorden Kaye), Yvette Carte-Blanche (Vicki Michelle). Copyright: BBC

'Allo 'Allo!

Series 2, Christmas Special - The Gâteau From The Château

General Von Klinkerhoffen's control over the town is beginning to be felt, and no one is happy; not the resistance, nor the army, and certainly not the gestapo. But with the help of drugs, poison darts and exploding confectionery, one party must be able to stop him - right?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:10pm (repeat)
'Allo 'Allo!. Image shows from L to R: Edith Melba Artois (Carmen Silvera), René François Artois (Gorden Kaye), Yvette Carte-Blanche (Vicki Michelle). Copyright: BBC

'Allo 'Allo!

Series 3, Episode 1 - The Nicked Knockwurst

When the Communist Resistance hold Herr Flick's sausage ransom, a plan is concocted for René to buy it from them. Of course, they'd all be better off going in disguise...

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 2:10pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Trigger (Roger Lloyd Pack). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 6, Episode 6 - Little Problems

Rodney's wedding is approaching and Del has promised him money for the deposit on his new flat. However, he's also unknowingly promised the same money to the Driscoll brothers, two local thugs who he inadvertently did business with. Will it be Rodney's hopes or Del's body to take a beating?

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.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:15pm
5 min
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 3, Episode 8 - Mission Inboxible

The Farmer is engrossed in trying to set up his new computer. The Flock take the opportunity of his back being turned to have a game of football. When the ball accidentally lands inside the farmhouse, under the nose of the Farmer, Shaun comes up with an ingenious disguise to help him retrieve it.

U&Yesterday channel logo 3:30pm (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

Christmas Special - The Loxley Lozenge

A previous experience with Wesley Pegden and his home-made racing car should have been warning enough. But when Compo, Clegg and Foggy learn that the chap needs expert assistance with what can only be described as a once-in-a-lifetime discovery, how could they refuse?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:40pm (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 13 - Going Dental

Susan forsakes Ben's dental conference to work on her novel, while Ben gets more than he bargained for when he seeks a new Harley Street partner.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:10pm (repeat)
Only When I Laugh. Image shows from L to R: Dr. Gordon Thorpe (Richard Wilson), Roy Figgis (James Bolam), Norman Binns (Christopher Strauli), Archie Glover (Peter Bowles). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

Only When I Laugh

Series 2, Episode 2 - When There's A Will

A rich patient becomes popular when the other patients learn he's about to make his Will...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:20pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Suburban snob Hyacinth Bucket devotes her time to monitoring standards and attempting to impress influential people.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:40pm (repeat)
Faith In The Future. Image shows from L to R: Faith Grayshott (Lynda Bellingham), Hannah Grayshott (Julia Sawalha). Copyright: London Weekend Television

Faith In The Future

Series 2, Episode 1 - Marks out of Ten

Faith and Paul finally spend the night together, but it isn't exactly the earth-shattering experience they were expecting.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5pm (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 14, Episode 3 - The Phantom Of The Graveyard

The three geriatric delinquents decide to pay their respects to "Old Sylvester" with a few formal drinks but first they must buy a new funeral suit for Compo.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
No Commitments

No Commitments

Episode 11.4, Hard Times: Victoria is down in the dumps about money, while Charlotte is on a high about work.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:15pm (repeat)
The Upper Hand. Image shows from L to R: Joanna Burrows (Kellie Bright), Laura West (Honor Blackman), Charlie Burrows (Joe McGann), Tom Wheatley (William Puttock), Caroline Wheatley (Diana Weston)

The Upper Hand

Series 4, Episode 5 - The Girl Next Door

At a summer fair in Charlie's old street, Caroline encounters a rival

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

Sadie J

Series 3, Episode 7 - Dinnerlicious

When Sadie thinks Taylor is about to dump her, she decides to go 'retro' and cook dinner for him.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Gareth Corke

Fat Chance

Episode 4 - Secrets And Lies

Will Graham be the next Blue Peter presenter and why did Tina's husband leave her?

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 14, Episode 4 - The Self-Propelled Salad Strainer

When Nora Batty leaves home to visit a person unknown, Compo decides that the time has come for him to say it with flowers.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 6pm (repeat)
Terry Pratchett's Guards! Guards!. Copyright: BBC

Terry Pratchett's Guards! Guards!

Episode 3

The dragon attacks continue, until a young prince ends them. But is Captain Vimes right to remain suspicious?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:20pm (repeat)
The Good Life. Image shows from L to R: Margo Leadbetter (Penelope Keith), Tom Good (Richard Briers), Jerry Leadbetter (Paul Eddington), Barbara Good (Felicity Kendal). Copyright: BBC

The Good Life

Series 2, Episode 1 - Just My Bill

Tom and Barbara are left in financial trouble as they struggle to sell their surplus fruit and vegetables just as the rates need to be paid. A last-gasp search down the back of a sofa means the payment is met on time - leaving the Goods with a single penny to their name.

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

Dilemma

Series 2, Episode 3

Sue Perkins hosts a panel show in which guests are posed moral and ethical choices. With Dave Gorman, Anita Anand, Mark Evans and Jenny Eclair.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:45pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Stop-motion animated children's sitcom by Aardman Animations for CBBC. Wildly popular with not just kids, but adults too.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (repeat)
'Allo 'Allo!. Image shows from L to R: Edith Melba Artois (Carmen Silvera), René François Artois (Gorden Kaye), Yvette Carte-Blanche (Vicki Michelle). Copyright: BBC

'Allo 'Allo!

Series 2, Christmas Special - The Gâteau From The Château

General Von Klinkerhoffen's control over the town is beginning to be felt, and no one is happy; not the resistance, nor the army, and certainly not the gestapo. But with the help of drugs, poison darts and exploding confectionery, one party must be able to stop him - right?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
Hancock's Half Hour. Image shows from L to R: Sidney James (Sid James), Anthony Aloysius St John Hancock (Tony Hancock), Bill Kerr (Bill Kerr)

Hancock's Half Hour

Series 1, Episode 6 - The New Car

Embarrassed at being the only celebrity in the country without a car, Bill suggests Tony visit Sid. Tony settles on a new arrival, but they've not been out driving long before realising it's a stolen police car! Things get worse when an escaped convict chances upon them.

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

Christmas Special - The Loxley Lozenge

A previous experience with Wesley Pegden and his home-made racing car should have been warning enough. But when Compo, Clegg and Foggy learn that the chap needs expert assistance with what can only be described as a once-in-a-lifetime discovery, how could they refuse?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Series 5, Episode 3

An estate agent bully and the Legend of William Tell.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 8pm (repeat)
Fool Britannia. Dom Joly. Copyright: ITV Studios

Fool Britannia

Series 1, Episode 1

In the first episode, Dom's disguised as an unorthodox vicar causing havoc in the Cotswolds; a 'Happy To Help' booth is anything but helpful in Oxford, Cambridge and Bath; and an overzealous Health and Safety officer causes trouble in Liverpool.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:10pm (repeat)
'Allo 'Allo!. Image shows from L to R: Edith Melba Artois (Carmen Silvera), René François Artois (Gorden Kaye), Yvette Carte-Blanche (Vicki Michelle). Copyright: BBC

'Allo 'Allo!

Series 3, Episode 1 - The Nicked Knockwurst

When the Communist Resistance hold Herr Flick's sausage ransom, a plan is concocted for René to buy it from them. Of course, they'd all be better off going in disguise...

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 8:30pm (repeat)
Fool Britannia. Dom Joly. Copyright: ITV Studios

Fool Britannia

Series 1, Episode 2

Dom Joly continues in his attempt to fool an entire nation. Armed with a truckload of hidden cameras and disguises, Dom unleashes a whole host of brand new characters across the UK.

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

John Bishop's Only Joking

Episode 8

John Bishop continues to lasso laughs, ably joined by comics Andrew Lawrence and Tom O'Connor, and a merry-go-round of familiar faces, including singer Michael Ball and socialite/one-time 'it girl' Tara Palmer-Tomkinson.

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 5

Immigration officer Ian Foot pulls in Taaj for questioning as part of a random security check.

Sky Arts 2 9pm (repeat)
Sensitive Skin. Davina Jackson (Joanna Lumley). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Sensitive Skin

Joanna Lumley and Denis Lawson star as an affluent couple who live in metropolitan London.

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.

BBC Four 9pm
60 min
Michael Grade & The World's Oldest Joke. Image shows from L to R: Ken Dodd, Michael Grade

Michael Grade & The World's Oldest Joke

Michael Grade goes on the trail of the world's oldest joke as he sets out to discover whether jokes come and go with the passing of time or whether we are still laughing at the same things our ancestors did.

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 4

A freak storm batters Benidorm and Les/Lesley has to arrange some bingo entertainment with rather unusual prizes.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40pm (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 3

Bryn is in his element as he awaits the arrival of his house guests - all the Essex boys are coming down for a big night out in Cardiff and having a sleepover at his place.

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 5

John Oliver returns to the programme on Hugh Dennis and Frankie Boyle's team. Meanwhile David Mitchell and Jo Brand are on Rory Bremner's team this time.

BBC Three 10pm
Russell Brand

Russell Brand's Give it Up Gig for Comic Relief

Russell Brand hosts a star-studded music and comedy fundraising gig. Comedians appearing include Eddie Izzard, Jason Manford, Jimmy Carr, Noel Fielding, Simon Amstell and Doc Brown.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Dilemma. Sue Perkins. Copyright: BBC

Dilemma

Series 2, Episode 2

Josie Long deals with a catering faux pas; journalist Owen Jones puts a value on human life and/or robots; actor, musician and author Clare Grogan keeps her back yard tidy; and comedian Andrew Maxwell hears the patter of tiny feet.

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

Derek

Series 1, Episode 6

Hannah receives a phone call from a man claiming to be Derek's estranged father. She informs Derek and asks him whether he would like to arrange a meeting, however Derek doesn't want to know.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20pm (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 4

Gavin is uncomfortable with Gwen and Bryn knowing the ins and outs of his and Stacey's sex life. Meanwhile, Smithy goes beyond the call of friendship by making a staggering suggestion.

Comedy Central 10:30pm (repeat)
The Alternative Comedy Experience. Copyright: Comedy Central

The Alternative Comedy Experience

Series 1, Episode 5 - Rice Pudding

Charged comedy from Phil Nichol contrasted by the gentle David Kay, political satirist Andy Zaltzman, and funnyman Alun Cochrane. Backstage interviews by Stewart Lee.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Richard Herring's Objective. Richard Herring. Copyright: BBC

Richard Herring's Objective

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Hoodie

How has a tracksuit top with a hood attached to it come to inspire fear in modern Britain and is it actually used as an excuse to demonise the young?

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:35pm
30 min
Anna & Katy. Image shows from L to R: Anna Crilly, Katy Wix. Copyright: Roughcut Television

Anna & Katy

Episode 1

Meet Anna and Katy, with exciting new cookery programme Rice Britannia; daytime chat show Congratulation; and Lee Mack co-hosting Germany's version of Countdown, Kuntworts.

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
Alexander Armstrong's Big Ask. Alexander Armstrong

Alexander Armstrong's Big Ask

Series 2, Episode 2

Jack Whitehall, Marcus Brigstocke and Ed Byrne join Alexander Armstrong to ask and answer questions. Also appearing, via Skype, is Jack's dad, Michael Whitehall.

BBC Four 10:45pm (repeat)
The Art Of Tommy Cooper. Tommy Cooper. Copyright: forgetaboutit

The Art Of Tommy Cooper

BBC Wales documentary on the life and work of the magician and comedy legend Tommy Cooper.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
I'm Alan Partridge. Alan Partridge (Steve Coogan). Copyright: Talkback Productions

I'm Alan Partridge

Series 1, Episode 1 - A Room With An Alan

Despite being reduced to living in a roadside motel and presenting an early-morning programme on Radio Norwich, Alan still dreams of launching a new show on the BBC. However, his meeting with chief commissioner Tony Hayers does not run smoothly.

Radio 4 11pm
15 min
Terry Pratchett's Eric

Terry Pratchett's Eric

Episode 1

Rincewind, the most cowardly and incompetent wizard in all of Discworld, is attempting to escape the Dungeon Dimensions. And the Demon King of Hell. Oh, and a parrot.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
The Museum Of Everything. Image shows from L to R: Dan Tetsell, Marcus Brigstocke, Danny Robins

The Museum Of Everything

Episode 2.3, Under New Management: The Mock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame inducts fresh members, and there's a new curator.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm
45 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 7

Jimmy, Sean and Jon are joined by Jack Dee, Victoria Coren, Matt Edmondson and Rob Beckett.

BBC One Wales. Copyright: BBC 11:15pm (repeat)
Cuckoo. Image shows from L to R: Rachel (Tamla Kari), Cuckoo (Andy Samberg), Ken (Greg Davies). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Cuckoo

Series 1, Episode 1 - The Homecoming

Ken struggles to find something to like about his new son-in-law before being pushed into a somewhat radical course of action.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:15pm (repeat)
The Matt Lucas Awards. Matt Lucas. Copyright: John Stanley Productions / BBC

The Matt Lucas Awards

Series 2, Episode 1

Matt Lucas returns as host of his own awards ceremony with nominations provided by his guests, comedy actor Robert Webb, comedian Ardal O'Hanlon and star of Citizen Khan, Adil Ray.

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 3

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 (repeat)
QI. Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series A, Episode 9 - Antelopes

With Dave Gorman, Jeremy Hardy and Jo Brand.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Old Harry's Game. Image shows from L to R: Satan (Andy Hamilton), Gary (Steven O'Donnell). Copyright: BBC

Old Harry's Game

Series 6, Episode 4 - Psychiatry

Satan gets hold of the police file covering Edith's death. Edith then interviews Satan and asks him his version of how he ended up in the underworld. Satan then takes her to see Agatha Christie and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Scumspawn meanwhile reads a book on psychiatry and tries to use it to help Thomas.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40pm (repeat)
Shooting Stars. Image shows from L to R: Vic Reeves, Bob Mortimer, Ulrika Jonsson, Angelos Epithemiou (Dan Skinner), Jack Dee. Copyright: Channel X / Pett Productions

Shooting Stars

Series 7, Episode 3

Joining Vic, Bob, Ulrika, Jack and Angelos on the hit comedy quiz this week are Strictly dancer Brendan Cole, football pundit Chris Kamara, war correspondent John Simpson and Tulisa from top pop group N-Dubz.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:55pm (repeat)
The Last Leg. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Adam Hills, Alex Brooker

The Last Leg

Series 1, Episode 6

Adam Hills, Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker look at the week. Jonathan Ross is the guest.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight
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.

BBC Three Midnight (repeat)
Bluestone 42. Image shows from L to R: Simon (Stephen Wight), Mary (Kelly Adams), Millsy (Gary Carr), Nick (Oliver Chris). Copyright: BBC

Bluestone 42

Series 1, Episode 1

The Bluestone 42 team are called out on routine ops with their CIA liaison officer Carter, where things take a drastic turn. Back at base, Nick takes an instant shine to the new padre. How will she react?

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Terry Pratchett's Guards! Guards!

Episode 3

The dragon attacks continue, until a young prince ends them. But is Captain Vimes right to remain suspicious?

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Little Crackers. HM The Queen Mother (Dawn French)

Little Crackers

Little Crackers 2010, Episode 11 - Dawn French's Little Cracker

Make way for the Queen Mother who comes to visit in an autobiographical short inspired by and starring Dawn French.

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Come Fly With Me. Image shows from L to R: David Walliams, Matt Lucas

Come Fly With Me

Episode 5

Immigration officer Ian Foot pulls in Taaj for questioning as part of a random security check.

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Little Crackers. Nun (Kathy Burke)

Little Crackers

Little Crackers 2010, Episode 6 - Kathy Burke's Little Cracker

The Clash gives a certain fan life-changing advice in an autobiographical short written by and starring Kathy Burke.

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Gavin & Stacey

Series 3, Episode 3

Bryn is in his element as he awaits the arrival of his house guests - all the Essex boys are coming down for a big night out in Cardiff and having a sleepover at his place.

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Commercial Breakdown. Jasper Carrott. Copyright: Celador Productions

Commercial Breakdown

Enduringly popular series in which comedians present humorous television advertisements from around the world.

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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 5

John Oliver returns to the programme on Hugh Dennis and Frankie Boyle's team. Meanwhile David Mitchell and Jo Brand are on Rory Bremner's team this time.

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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 4

Gavin is uncomfortable with Gwen and Bryn knowing the ins and outs of his and Stacey's sex life. Meanwhile, Smithy goes beyond the call of friendship by making a staggering suggestion.

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Commercial Breakdown. Jasper Carrott. Copyright: Celador Productions

Commercial Breakdown

Enduringly popular series in which comedians present humorous television advertisements from around the world.

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The Ricky Gervais Show

Series 2, Episode 5

Karl reveals that he often goes on walks to observe ants, moths and other insects and that once, he saw a bee have a heart attack.

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Shameless. Frank Gallagher (David Threlfall). Copyright: Company Pictures

Shameless

Series 4, Episode 2

Frank struggles to stop Monica telling Sheila that they're still married, but when Monica comes on strong, can he resist her advances?

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I'm Alan Partridge. Alan Partridge (Steve Coogan). Copyright: Talkback Productions

I'm Alan Partridge

Series 1, Episode 1 - A Room With An Alan

Despite being reduced to living in a roadside motel and presenting an early-morning programme on Radio Norwich, Alan still dreams of launching a new show on the BBC. However, his meeting with chief commissioner Tony Hayers does not run smoothly.

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Peter Tinniswood

Winston

Winston Comes To Town, Episode 1 - A Tweak Of The Thread

Father's poorly so the family must return to London, but Nancy's fretting over Winston.

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2point4 Children. Image shows from L to R: Bill (Belinda Lang), David (John Pickard), Ben (Gary Olsen), Jenny (Clare Buckfield). Copyright: BBC

2point4 Children

Series 1, Episode 3 - When The Going Gets Tough

As Ben receives notification of an "interview" with the tax inspector, Bill gets into a spot of bother at the supermarket. Meanwhile, there's the small matter of a note and phone number to resolve, and Jenny's going vegetarian.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2:30am (repeat)
The Party Line. Copyright: BBC

The Party Line

Series 3, Episode 2

Duncan is offered a fact-finding mission to America, but Roger advises against it claiming it won't help him control Rothershurst. Duncan also faces going into a ballroom dancing contest with Harriet.

BBC Four 2:45am (repeat)
Michael Grade & The World's Oldest Joke. Image shows from L to R: Ken Dodd, Michael Grade

Michael Grade & The World's Oldest Joke

Michael Grade traces the history of the joke with a little help from a host of historians, academics, comedy experts and comedians.

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Sensitive Skin. Davina Jackson (Joanna Lumley). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Sensitive Skin

Joanna Lumley and Denis Lawson star as an affluent couple who live in metropolitan London.

BBC Three 3:15am (repeat)
Bluestone 42. Image shows from L to R: Simon (Stephen Wight), Mary (Kelly Adams), Millsy (Gary Carr), Nick (Oliver Chris). Copyright: BBC

Bluestone 42

Series 1, Episode 1

The Bluestone 42 team are called out on routine ops with their CIA liaison officer Carter, where things take a drastic turn. Back at base, Nick takes an instant shine to the new padre. How will she react?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
No Commitments

No Commitments

Episode 11.4, Hard Times: Victoria is down in the dumps about money, while Charlotte is on a high about work.

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Gareth Corke

Fat Chance

Episode 4 - Secrets And Lies

Will Graham be the next Blue Peter presenter and why did Tina's husband leave her?

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