British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Thursday 19th September 2013

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6am (repeat)
Just Good Friends. Image shows from L to R: Penny Warrender (Jan Francis), Vince Pinner (Paul Nicholas). Copyright: BBC

Just Good Friends

Series 3, Episode 2

After Paris, Penny and Vince are back in London pursuing separate careers. Vince is not prepared to leave it at that, despite the fact that Penny has found out about his wife. He goes on a major charm offensive to try to win her back ...

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 2, Episode 9 - Gamble

Eric's been bitten by the gambling bug, and manages to lose everything - even the house. A clever plot is needed to get it back...

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
The Older Woman

The Older Woman

Episode 2.4: Roy vies for Jane's affections from the vantage point of a caravan in her garden.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:05am (repeat)
Just Good Friends. Image shows from L to R: Penny Warrender (Jan Francis), Vince Pinner (Paul Nicholas). Copyright: BBC

Just Good Friends

Series 3, Episode 3

A further complication arises in the stormy romance between Vince and Penny, when she has a 'chance' encounter with Gina, Vince's wife! Penny is summoned to a meeting with her and Vince at their flat where an icy interrogation takes place.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Fags, Mags And Bags. Image shows from L to R: Alok (Susheel Kumar), Sanjay (Omar Raza), Ramesh (Sanjeev Kohli), Dave (Donald Mcleary). Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Fags, Mags And Bags

Series 5, Episode 2 - General Whitesnake Demeanour

The arrival of new priest Father Neil Green receives mixed views from the Lenzidens, with his prog rock-esque approach to Christianity. His flowing cape, Stetson and general Whitesnake demeanour catches the attention of The Bishop and he sets out to see how the locals are taking to him.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:45am (repeat)
Sykes. Image shows from L to R: Corky Turnbull (Deryck Guyler), Eric Sykes (Eric Sykes), Hattie Sykes (Hattie Jacques). Copyright: BBC

Sykes

Series 2, Episode 10 - Uniform

Everyone in uniform seems to be conspiring against Eric. If it's not Corky on patrol, then it's the postman or a lollipop man!

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 1

A prank-loving Emperor hosts a dinner party on Roman Come Dine With Me, the Durham Home Guard injure themselves while learning first aid, and the Viking rock band paint the town red... literally.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
Dad's Army. Copyright: BBC

Dad's Army

Series 2, Episode 1 - Don't Forget The Diver

Captain Mainwaring tackles a difficult exercise, using a bird warbler, a fake log on a raft, and Frazer in a diving suit.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20am (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 8:30am (repeat)
Hello Cheeky. Image shows from L to R: Tim Brooke-Taylor, John Junkin, Barry Cryer. Copyright: Yorkshire Television

Hello Cheeky

Series 1, Episode 6

Sketches and jokes from Tim Brooke-Taylor, Barry Cryer and John Junkin.

CITV 8:55am (repeat)
Sooty. Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Swimming Lesson

Sweep is scared of the water and cannot reach his frisbee when it lands in the sea. Luckily Richard is giving swimming lessons at the holiday park, and Sooty wants Sweep to join in. Will Sweep take the plunge and overcome his fears?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9am (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 6, Episode 1 - Desperate Doings In The Graveyard

For a number of days and nights, a group of undertakers have been excavating in the graveyard, below René's empty tomb, in order to create a resistance communications centre. The flurry of activity has not failed to cath the General's eye!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
Any Other Business

Any Other Business

Episode 3

Episode 3: The new mayor has to chair his very first council meeting and he's scared witless.

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

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 4 - Squeaky Clean

Mr Slater is coming for tea! Sooty is cleaning Richard's room, Sweep is in charge of the dishes, and all is set for a great evening. But with a crazy vacuum cleaner on the loose and Richard covered in paint, their plans for a dream tea look set for disaster!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
Scissors

The Cavity Within

Episode 3: Dentist Marty and the team must take some extreme measures to rustle up some new patients.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40am (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 6, Episode 2 - The Gestapo For The High Jump

Herr Flick and Von Smallhausen are planning to disguise themselves as British airmen in order to be 'rescued' by the resistance; when both the German Army and René discover this, it's certain that the plan won't come off...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20am (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 25, Episode 8 - Things To Do When Your Wife Runs Off With A Turkish Waiter

The man Barry and Glenda once exchanged addresses with turns up.

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 25, Episode 9 - Beware Of Laughing At Nora's Hats

Nora reveals long-standing feud with a woman who once made fun of her.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:35am (repeat)
Very Important Person. Sir Ernest Pease KBE FRS / Lt. Farrow, RN (James Robertson Justice). Copyright: Independent Artists

Very Important Person

1961 film spoofing stiff-upper-lipped war dramas, starring James Robertson Justice as a bombastic scientist who ends up in a PoW camp.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40am (repeat)
One Foot In The Grave. Image shows from L to R: Margaret Meldrew (Annette Crosbie), Victor Meldrew (Richard Wilson). Copyright: BBC

One Foot In The Grave

Series 3, Episode 1 - Monday Morning Will Be Fine

Victor returns from the supermarket to find that the house has been burgled.

U&Drama channel logo 12pm (repeat)
Monarch Of The Glen. Copyright: BBC

Monarch Of The Glen

Series 6, Episode 6

Comedy drama set in the Scottish Highlands, based on the comic novels of Compton Mackenzie.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Copyright: BBC

Dad's Army

Series 2, Episode 1 - Don't Forget The Diver

Captain Mainwaring tackles a difficult exercise, using a bird warbler, a fake log on a raft, and Frazer in a diving suit.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20pm (repeat)
Steptoe And Son. Image shows from L to R: Albert Steptoe (Wilfrid Brambell), Harold Steptoe (Harry H. Corbett). Copyright: BBC

Steptoe And Son

Series 8, Episode 6 - Seance In A Wet Reg And Bone Yard

Albert Steptoe and his son Harold run a rag and bone business. Harold wants to move on in the world and leave home but his plans are always thwarted.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
Hello Cheeky. Image shows from L to R: Tim Brooke-Taylor, John Junkin, Barry Cryer. Copyright: Yorkshire Television

Hello Cheeky

Series 1, Episode 6

Sketches and jokes from Tim Brooke-Taylor, Barry Cryer and John Junkin.

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

Series 1, Episode 3 - Luck

The aspiring actress has lost her lucky socks and is desperate to find them before her next audition.

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 6, Episode 3 - The Nouvion Oars

As the airmen continue to attempt their escape under an upturned bathtub, the river estuary suddenly becomes incredibly crowded.

U&Drama channel logo 1:10pm (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 27, Episode 3 - Has Anyone Seen Barry's Midlife Crisis

Howard makes a bold bid for freedom via a bedroom window.

CITV 1:35pm (repeat)
Bottom Knocker Street. Image shows from L to R: Councillor Cowdrey (Phill Jupitus), Colin Cowdrey (Tim Bruce), Dinga (Connor Cheeseman), Bo (Alanna Smith), Lulu (Ellie Ruiz). Copyright: Fubuloo

Bottom Knocker Street

Episode 9 - Going Nowhere

Councillor Cowdrey gets nowhere when he tries to find a town willing to twin with Lower Mintworth.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:40pm (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 6, Episode 4 - The Nicked Airmen

The British Airmen have been arrested, and Michelle fears that they could reveal Nighthawk's identity under interrogation, so orders a daring rescue plan to take place in the dead of night.

CITV 1:45pm (repeat)
Bottom Knocker Street. Image shows from L to R: Councillor Cowdrey (Phill Jupitus), Colin Cowdrey (Tim Bruce), Dinga (Connor Cheeseman), Bo (Alanna Smith), Lulu (Ellie Ruiz). Copyright: Fubuloo

Bottom Knocker Street

Episode 10 - Elvis Detector

The kids build a metal detector that develops a tendency to detect anything but metal.

U&Drama channel logo 1:50pm (repeat)
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph), Tracey Stubbs (Linda Robson). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

Series 1, Christmas Special - Sailing

Miserable at the prospect of her first Christmas without Darryl, Tracey is over the moon when two cruise tickets arrive. That is until Garth calls to say he won't be home. She refuses to go at all, but Sharon and Dorien have a devious plan.

CITV 2pm (repeat)
My Parents Are Aliens

My Parents Are Aliens

Long-running children's sitcom following the lives of three orphaned children. Their new foster parents are secretly aliens.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:20pm (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&Drama channel logo 2:30pm (repeat)
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph), Tracey Stubbs (Linda Robson). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

Series 2, Episode 1 - Getting A Grip

Overdue bills lead to the electricity being cut off. Garth has been fighting in school and the central heating is leaking. Roll on two useless plumbers, a pair of female plumbers who botch it up and one who couldn't give a firm time arriving just as the house begins to flood.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3pm (repeat)
Goodnight Sweetheart. Image shows from L to R: Yvonne Sparrow (Emma Amos), Gary Sparrow (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Phoebe Sparrow (Elizabeth Carling). Copyright: Alomo Productions / BBC

Goodnight Sweetheart

Series 2, Episode 9 - Let Yourself Go

Yvonne thinks she may be pregnant. Phoebe wants Gary to go to the country with her for a couple of days to visit her orphaned cousins. An American flyer comes into the picture, and the attraction between him and Phoebe is obvious. But Gary rescues the situation with a musical rendition that literally sweeps her off her feet.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:15pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 3, Episode 6 - The Fugitive

Shaun is in serious trouble when the Farmer discovers he's the cake thief that has sabotaged his baked goods. When another Farmer arrives and begins negotiations with the Farmer, Shaun fears the worst. Is this the end of our hero's time on Mossybottom Farm?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:40pm (repeat)
Goodnight Sweetheart. Image shows from L to R: Yvonne Sparrow (Emma Amos), Gary Sparrow (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Phoebe Sparrow (Elizabeth Carling). Copyright: Alomo Productions / BBC

Goodnight Sweetheart

Series 2, Episode 10 - Don't Fence Me In

Will builders scupper Gary's double love life in the time travel sitcom? Having reconciled himself to living in two different eras with two different sweethearts, Gary finds his lifestyle threatened when builders start to demolish his only route to the past.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 3:50pm (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 2, Episode 5 - Cupid's Arrows

Tom plays Cupid and tries to bring Charlie and Caroline closer together.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:20pm (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 25, Episode 10 - Yours Truly - If You're Not Careful

A strange woman is in town trying to find Truly.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:20pm (repeat)
Second Thoughts. Image shows from L to R: Faith (Lynda Bellingham), Bill (James Bolam)

Second Thoughts

Series 2, Episode 6 - Love and Hisses

Faith offers Hannah some advice on love, Liza offers Bill their old marital bed and Faith offers Bill a suggestion on what he can do with it.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:50pm (repeat)
Home To Roost. Image shows from L to R: Matthew Willows (Reece Dinsdale), Henry Willows (John Thaw). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

Home To Roost

Series 4, Episode 2 - Front Runner

Henry suggests that Matthew might find a holiday job to eke out his meagre grant. But then Matthew turns up at his office.

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 26, Episode 1 - The Swan Man Of Ilkley

Back for more mayhem, the boys help Lenny from the factory to sail a swan boat.

CITV 5pm (repeat)
Bottom Knocker Street. Image shows from L to R: Councillor Cowdrey (Phill Jupitus), Colin Cowdrey (Tim Bruce), Dinga (Connor Cheeseman), Bo (Alanna Smith), Lulu (Ellie Ruiz). Copyright: Fubuloo

Bottom Knocker Street

Episode 11 - The Town Picnic

Fleas are on the menu at the town picnic.

U&Drama channel logo 5:10pm (repeat)
Monarch Of The Glen. Copyright: BBC

Monarch Of The Glen

Series 6, Episode 6

Comedy drama set in the Scottish Highlands, based on the comic novels of Compton Mackenzie.

CITV 5:15pm (repeat)
Bottom Knocker Street. Image shows from L to R: Councillor Cowdrey (Phill Jupitus), Colin Cowdrey (Tim Bruce), Dinga (Connor Cheeseman), Bo (Alanna Smith), Lulu (Ellie Ruiz). Copyright: Fubuloo

Bottom Knocker Street

Episode 12 - Brain Drain

Councillor Cowdrey is attracted by a reward offered for stopping the national brain drain.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:20pm (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.

CITV 5:30pm (repeat)
My Parents Are Aliens

My Parents Are Aliens

Long-running children's sitcom following the lives of three orphaned children. Their new foster parents are secretly aliens.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
The Older Woman

The Older Woman

Episode 2.4: Roy vies for Jane's affections from the vantage point of a caravan in her garden.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:40pm (repeat)
One Foot In The Grave. Image shows from L to R: Margaret Meldrew (Annette Crosbie), Victor Meldrew (Richard Wilson). Copyright: BBC

One Foot In The Grave

Series 3, Episode 2 - Dreamland

Margaret goes missing after suffering a nightmare and Victor has an interesting encounter with a chimpanzee at the local fete.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:20pm (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 1, Episode 1 - Open Government

Newly installed in his office, Jim Hacker is about to have his first encounter with the feared Sir Humphrey Appleby in an effort to establish "Open Government".

U&Drama channel logo 6:20pm (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 27, Episode 3 - Has Anyone Seen Barry's Midlife Crisis

Howard makes a bold bid for freedom via a bedroom window.

Radio 4 6:30pm (repeat)
Fags, Mags And Bags. Image shows from L to R: Alok (Susheel Kumar), Sanjay (Omar Raza), Ramesh (Sanjeev Kohli), Dave (Donald Mcleary). Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Fags, Mags And Bags

Series 5, Episode 3 - Effervescent Members

The new sweetie craze of "Fizzy Limbs" has Fags, Mags and Bags rocking every lunchtime with rampaging kids. Local headmistress Mrs Temple confronts Ramesh about stocking them as she feels it's affecting the children's behaviour. But are such matter Ramesh's concern?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (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 2, Episode 4 - The New Suit

Arkwright has to buy a new suit - on Nurse Gladys Emmanuel's say so.

U&Drama channel logo 7pm (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 27, Episode 4 - The Genuine Outdoors Robin Hood Barbi

Billy takes the boys out for a barbecue in the "real" outdoors ... if only he could light the fire.

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 40, Episode 7

Martin Clunes acts as guest host, with Grayson Perry and Jimmy Carr as guest panellists.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Copyright: BBC

Dad's Army

Series 2, Episode 1 - Don't Forget The Diver

Captain Mainwaring tackles a difficult exercise, using a bird warbler, a fake log on a raft, and Frazer in a diving suit.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
Hello Cheeky. Image shows from L to R: Tim Brooke-Taylor, John Junkin, Barry Cryer. Copyright: Yorkshire Television

Hello Cheeky

Series 1, Episode 6

Sketches and jokes from Tim Brooke-Taylor, Barry Cryer and John Junkin.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Sir Walter Raleigh (Simon Jones). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Blackadder II, Episode 3 - Potato

When Sir Walter Raleigh returns to England's fair shore bringing luxuries such as the potato, the Queen falls in love with the explorers' dream. Edmund merely falls in love with the idea of fame, and of getting one over on the smug git, and so charters his own ship...

U&Drama channel logo 7:40pm (repeat)
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph), Tracey Stubbs (Linda Robson). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

Series 1, Christmas Special - Sailing

Miserable at the prospect of her first Christmas without Darryl, Tracey is over the moon when two cruise tickets arrive. That is until Garth calls to say he won't be home. She refuses to go at all, but Sharon and Dorien have a devious plan.

U&Dave channel logo 8pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Jo Brand, Stephen Fry, Liza Tarbuck, Sue Perkins. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series J, Episode 10 - Jungles

With Reginald D. Hunter, Greg Proops and David O'Doherty.

BBC Four 8pm (repeat)
Norman Wisdom: His Story. Norman Wisdom

Norman Wisdom: His Story

Special celebrating the life and work of late comic actor Norman Wisdom.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Percy (Tim McInnerny). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Blackadder II, Episode 4 - Money

Blackadder is facing money troubles - or, as he puts it, 'cashflow problems' - that are far from helped when the notorious baby-eating Bishop of Bath and Wells arrives to call in a thousand-pound debt.

U&Drama channel logo 8:20pm (repeat)
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph), Tracey Stubbs (Linda Robson). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

Series 2, Episode 1 - Getting A Grip

Overdue bills lead to the electricity being cut off. Garth has been fighting in school and the central heating is leaking. Roll on two useless plumbers, a pair of female plumbers who botch it up and one who couldn't give a firm time arriving just as the house begins to flood.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 8:30pm
30 min
Pat & Cabbage. Image shows from L to R: Pat (Barbara Flynn), Cabbage (Cherie Lunghi). Copyright: Red Production Company

Pat & Cabbage

Episode 3

After hearing a rumour that Dylan is father to the child of a former girlfriend, Cabbage is determined to find out the truth, despite Dylan's protestations.

BBC One Wales. Copyright: BBC 9pm
60 min
The Indian Doctor. Image shows from L to R: Kamini Sharma (Ayesha Dharker), Dr. Prem Sharma (Sanjeev Bhaskar). Copyright: Rondo / Avatar

The Indian Doctor

Series 3 (BBC Wales), Episode 1 - The Prodigals Return

It's now 1966, three years after Prem and Kamini's arrival, and they have become very much a part of the Trefelin community. But their lives and those of everyone in the village are about to change when its highflying 'prodigal sons' Basil and Robert Thomas, return to bring a first real taste of the swinging '60s.

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

Fawlty Towers

Series 2, Episode 6 - Basil The Rat

A public health inspector's visit leaves Basil with a long list of improvements to make to the hotel, but when he discovers that Manuel has been keeping a pet rat for the past year, things go from bad to worse!

Comedy Central Extra 9pm
60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Jack Dee. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Jack Dee Live At The Apollo Series 2, Episode 6 - Julian Clary

Joining Jack Dee on stage is Julian Clary, who whips the audience into a frenzy with a set where no one is safe from his wit. Jack delivers a set lambasting cold calling for gas, phone and electricity, and he also lays into chemists, mobile phones and even vacuum cleaners.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Barbara (Miranda Hart), Guy (Simon Dutton), Lee (Lee Mack), Tim (Tim Vine). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 2, Episode 5 - Art

In an effort to appear as intellectual as Lucy's friends, Lee shows off his 'knowledge' of the art world.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm
30 min
Trollied. Image shows from L to R: Richard (Chris Geere), Julie (Jane Horrocks), Gavin (Jason Watkins), Anna (Elizabeth Bower). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Trollied

Series 3, Episode 5

Andy is leaving the Warrington branch of Valco for pastures new. He decides to follow his former flame, Sarah, to Scarborough. Richard, meanwhile, takes Leighton to present some ideas to head office.

Radio 2 logo 9:30pm (repeat)
Welcome To Our Village, Please Invade Carefully. Image shows from L to R: Uljabaan (Julian Rhind-Tutt), Lucy Alexander (Hannah Murray). Copyright: BBC

Welcome To Our Village, Please Invade Carefully

Series 1, Episode 4 - Little Green Lights

Uljabaan's superior officer Gryvook is coming for an assessment visit. Uljabaan is hoping to get the go-ahead to invade the rest of Earth - but first he has to prepare a welcome banquet.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9:30pm
30 min
Chickens. Image shows from L to R: Bert (Jonny Sweet), George (Joe Thomas), Cecil (Simon Bird). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Chickens

Episode 5

Cecil is horrified to learn that George has invited the village leper over for dinner, and he's even more horrified when the village leper stands them up.

U&Dave channel logo 9:40pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Barbara (Miranda Hart), Guy (Simon Dutton), Lee (Lee Mack), Tim (Tim Vine). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 2, Episode 6 - Dating

As Lucy and Guy's relationship intensifies, Lee starts to ponder his lack of a girlfriend.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:50pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Smithy (James Corden), Pam (Alison Steadman), Mick (Larry Lamb). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 1, Episode 5

The bride-to-be has her hen party, while Gavin embarks on two stag nights.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Chris Addison, Dara O Briain, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 12, Episode 9

Dara O Briain, Hugh Dennis and Andy Parsons are joined by Milton Jones, Hal Cruttenden, Holly Walsh and Ed Byrne. Tennis star Andy Murray is in the audience again too.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Fags, Mags And Bags. Image shows from L to R: Alok (Susheel Kumar), Sanjay (Omar Raza), Ramesh (Sanjeev Kohli), Dave (Donald Mcleary). Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Fags, Mags And Bags

Series 5, Episode 2 - General Whitesnake Demeanour

The arrival of new priest Father Neil Green receives mixed views from the Lenzidens, with his prog rock-esque approach to Christianity. His flowing cape, Stetson and general Whitesnake demeanour catches the attention of The Bishop and he sets out to see how the locals are taking to him.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm
50 min
Celebrity Juice. Leigh Francis

Celebrity Juice

Series 10, Episode 4

Joining the panel for this show are TV presenter Carol Vorderman, chef Gino D'Acampo and comedian Chris Ramsey.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
Common Ground. Image shows from L to R: Kim Cheung (Daphne Cheung), Patricia David (Jessica Hynes). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Common Ground

Episode 2 - Patricia

Local Councillor Patricia David (Jessica Hynes) seems to have perfected the art of getting away with making terrible work and life decisions.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (repeat)
The IT Crowd. Image shows from L to R: Roy (Chris O'Dowd), Jen (Katherine Parkinson), Moss (Richard Ayoade), Douglas Reynholm (Matt Berry). Copyright: TalkbackThames

The IT Crowd

Series 3, Episode 6 - Calendar Geeks

In the final episode of the series, Reynholm Industries are proud to announce their first sexy nude calendar. Enough said, probably.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10:15pm (repeat)
Common Ground. Barry (Alex Lowe). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Common Ground

Episode 10 - Barry

Barry (Alex Lowe) is an 82 year old man whose wife has just left him. After digging up an old tin in the garden, Barry finds his 'Bucket List' of dreams and decides to give it another go.

U&Dave channel logo 10:20pm (repeat)
Extras. Image shows from L to R: Maggie Jacobs (Ashley Jensen), Andy Millman (Ricky Gervais), Darren Lamb (Stephen Merchant)

Extras

Andy Milman is a TV and film extra who dreams of stardom and that elusive big break.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:25pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Smithy (James Corden), Pam (Alison Steadman), Mick (Larry Lamb). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 1, Episode 6

The wedding day has finally arrived, but will they go through with it? Will Uncle Bryn finally admit to what happened on the fishing trip and will Nessa do what she knows she must?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm
30 min
Newsjack. Image shows from L to R: Justin Edwards, Pippa Evans, Margaret Cabourn-Smith, Lewis Macleod. Copyright: BBC

Newsjack

Series 9, Episode 1

This week Postman Pat gets made redundant, new Australian PM Tony Abbott tries to promote his country and there is a marriage counseling session involving a French Mickey Mouse.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:30pm (repeat)
The IT Crowd. Image shows from L to R: Jen (Katherine Parkinson), Douglas Reynholm (Matt Berry), Moss (Richard Ayoade), Roy (Chris O'Dowd). Copyright: TalkbackThames

The IT Crowd

Series 4, Episode 1 - Jen The Fredo

Jen wants to stretch herself in the workplace so applies for the post of Entertainment Manager.

Comedy Central 10:45pm (repeat)
Big Bad World. Image shows from L to R: Oakley (David Fynn), Ben (Blake Harrison), Beth (Rebecca Humphries), Eggman (Seann Walsh). Copyright: Objective Productions

Big Bad World

Episode 5

Beth's new man, Sandy, is an activist who the gang haven't taken to. Things escalate when Eggman gets a job at the new local supermarket, to Sandy's complete disgust.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11pm (repeat)
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 1, Episode 5 - And God Created Woman

Ted ends up playing host to one of his favourite novelists, the rather attractive Polly Clarke. Meanwhile, a group of Nuns are also scheduled to pay visit to Craggy island.

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

Mock The Week

Series 11, Episode 10

Dara O'Briain, Hugh Dennis, Andy Parsons and Chris Addison analyse the week's news. With guests Ed Byrne, Alun Cochrane and Gary Delaney.

Radio 4 11pm (repeat)
Colin Hoult

Colin Hoult's Carnival Of Monsters

Series 1, Episode 3

This week's characters include karate freak Len Parker and a man from Leeds who think's he is Thor. Plus Whale Boy and a dick head.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Simon Munnery

The League Against Tedium

Episode 3

Episode 3: War is declared on war, and sporty people are really good fun.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:05pm (repeat)
Gimme Gimme Gimme. Image shows from L to R: Linda (Kathy Burke), Tom (James Dreyfus). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Gimme Gimme Gimme

Series 1, Episode 6 - I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do

Linda's outraged when Tom announces his intention to marry a woman. But she needn't fret: his betrothed is a lesbian who merely needs to stay in the country for her girlfriend. Linda struggles to understand the situation, but there is just a week before the big day...

Comedy Central 11:15pm
60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Dara O Briain, Sean Lock. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 4, Episode 4 - Dara O'Briain and Frankie Boyle

Live stand-up comedy from Dara O'Briain and Frankie Boyle.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:35pm (repeat)
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 1, Episode 6 - Grant Unto Him Eternal Rest

Father Jack consumes more floor polish than is good for him and leaves Ted and Dougal half a million pounds in his will. But will he stay dead long enough for them to claim it?

U&Dave channel logo 11:40pm
55 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 40, Episode 7

Martin Clunes acts as guest host, with Grayson Perry and Jimmy Carr as guest panellists.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:45pm (repeat)
Rev.. Image shows from L to R: Archdeacon Robert (Simon McBurney), Nigel McCall (Miles Jupp), Rev Adam Smallbone (Tom Hollander), Alex Smallbone (Olivia Colman), Adoha Onyeka (Ellen Thomas), Colin Lambert (Steve Evets). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Rev.

Series 1, Episode 3

Adam's decision to allow a Muslim children's prayer group to use the church for classes brings his congregation's prejudices to light.

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:05am (repeat)
The Last Leg. Image shows from L to R: Alex Brooker, Josh Widdicombe, Adam Hills

The Last Leg

Series 2, Episode 8

Adam Hills, Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker are joined by Eddie Izzard, who will be talking about his new tour Force Majeure and the major stories of the week.

BBC Three 12:10am (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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20am (repeat)
The Comic Strip Presents.... Credit: Comic Strip Productions

The Comic Strip Presents...

Series 2, Special - Five Go Mad On Mescalin

While on their way to stay with Mrs French at Hot Turkey Farm, the intrepid youngsters learn that their Uncle Quentin, a well-known scientist and homosexual, has escaped from prison.

U&Dave channel logo 12:35am
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Jo Brand, Stephen Fry, Liza Tarbuck, Sue Perkins. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series J, Episode 10 - Jungles

With Reginald D. Hunter, Greg Proops and David O'Doherty.

U&Drama channel logo 12:50am (repeat)
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph), Tracey Stubbs (Linda Robson). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

Series 2, Episode 2 - Sweet Smell Of Success

Money is running out and Tracey is getting desperate. Darryl's Jaguar is repossessed when Tracey advertises it through Computer Car. Only problem is, Darryl confesses that he has hidden £25,000 in the spare tyre. Luckily Dorien accidentally saves the day.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1am (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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:30am (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.

U&Dave channel logo 1:35am (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Barbara (Miranda Hart), Guy (Simon Dutton), Lee (Lee Mack), Tim (Tim Vine). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 2, Episode 5 - Art

In an effort to appear as intellectual as Lucy's friends, Lee shows off his 'knowledge' of the art world.

Comedy Central Extra 1:50am
60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Jack Dee. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Jack Dee Live At The Apollo Series 2, Episode 6 - Julian Clary

Joining Jack Dee on stage is Julian Clary, who whips the audience into a frenzy with a set where no one is safe from his wit. Jack delivers a set lambasting cold calling for gas, phone and electricity, and he also lays into chemists, mobile phones and even vacuum cleaners.

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 1:55am (repeat)
Alan Carr: Chatty Man. Alan Carr. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Alan Carr: Chatty Man

Series 11, Episode 3 - Mel Giedroyc, Sue Perkins, Sean Lock, Miley Cyrus

Alan Carr is joined by guests Mel Giedroyc and Sue Perkins who drop in to discuss The Great British Bake Off; 8 Out Of 10 Cats star Sean Lock; and US pop star Miley Cyrus who chats and performs her latest single We Can't Stop.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2am (repeat)
Gimme Gimme Gimme. Image shows from L to R: Linda (Kathy Burke), Tom (James Dreyfus). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Gimme Gimme Gimme

Series 1, Episode 6 - I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do

Linda's outraged when Tom announces his intention to marry a woman. But she needn't fret: his betrothed is a lesbian who merely needs to stay in the country for her girlfriend. Linda struggles to understand the situation, but there is just a week before the big day...

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2am (repeat)
Any Other Business

Any Other Business

Episode 3

Episode 3: The new mayor has to chair his very first council meeting and he's scared witless.

BBC Four 2am (repeat)
Norman Wisdom: His Story. Norman Wisdom

Norman Wisdom: His Story

Special celebrating the life and work of late comic actor Norman Wisdom.

U&Dave channel logo 2:10am (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Barbara (Miranda Hart), Guy (Simon Dutton), Lee (Lee Mack), Tim (Tim Vine). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 2, Episode 6 - Dating

As Lucy and Guy's relationship intensifies, Lee starts to ponder his lack of a girlfriend.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:30am (repeat)
Rev.. Image shows from L to R: Archdeacon Robert (Simon McBurney), Nigel McCall (Miles Jupp), Rev Adam Smallbone (Tom Hollander), Alex Smallbone (Olivia Colman), Adoha Onyeka (Ellen Thomas), Colin Lambert (Steve Evets). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Rev.

Series 1, Episode 3

Adam's decision to allow a Muslim children's prayer group to use the church for classes brings his congregation's prejudices to light.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2:30am (repeat)
Scissors

The Cavity Within

Episode 3: Dentist Marty and the team must take some extreme measures to rustle up some new patients.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 2:30am (repeat)
The IT Crowd. Image shows from L to R: Roy (Chris O'Dowd), Jen (Katherine Parkinson), Moss (Richard Ayoade), Douglas Reynholm (Matt Berry). Copyright: TalkbackThames

The IT Crowd

Series 3, Episode 6 - Calendar Geeks

In the final episode of the series, Reynholm Industries are proud to announce their first sexy nude calendar. Enough said, probably.

U&W channel logo 2:35am (repeat)
Walk On The Wild Side. Copyright: BBC

Walk On The Wild Side

Family comedy series in which a group of comedians voiceover footage from the BBC's natural history department.

BBC Three 2:35am (repeat)
Boom Town. Image shows from L to R: Roger Hayhurst, Rebecca Wall. Copyright: Knickerbockerglory

Boom Town

Episode 6

The Knight Warriors are debating their favourite paint colour; Anthony the Struggling Pub Landlord is showcasing his latest art installation 'Disengage, Re-engage'; and Cream The Rapper performs in a garden centre.

U&Dave channel logo 2:40am (repeat)
Extras. Image shows from L to R: Maggie Jacobs (Ashley Jensen), Andy Millman (Ricky Gervais), Darren Lamb (Stephen Merchant)

Extras

Andy Milman is a TV and film extra who dreams of stardom and that elusive big break.

Comedy Central Extra 2:50am (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.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 2:55am (repeat)
The IT Crowd. Image shows from L to R: Jen (Katherine Parkinson), Douglas Reynholm (Matt Berry), Moss (Richard Ayoade), Roy (Chris O'Dowd). Copyright: TalkbackThames

The IT Crowd

Series 4, Episode 1 - Jen The Fredo

Jen wants to stretch herself in the workplace so applies for the post of Entertainment Manager.

U&Dave channel logo 3:10am (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Andy Parsons, Chris Addison. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 11, Episode 10

Dara O'Briain, Hugh Dennis, Andy Parsons and Chris Addison analyse the week's news. With guests Ed Byrne, Alun Cochrane and Gary Delaney.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 4:05am (repeat)
Cardinal Burns. Image shows from L to R: Seb Cardinal, Dustin Demri-Burns. Copyright: Left Bank Pictures

Cardinal Burns

Series 1, Episode 5

Phil and Jase, two camp paranormal investigators, hunt down spooky goings on at Goswell House; Dustin faces humiliation at a casting for a TV commercial; and tension rises as New Guy installs a hot tub at Office Flirt HQ.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
The Older Woman

The Older Woman

Episode 2.4: Roy vies for Jane's affections from the vantage point of a caravan in her garden.

Share this page

Subscribe to our newsletters