British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Tuesday 1st October 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 2, Episode 1 - I'm Going Slightly Mad

It's been 14 weeks since Bill left the bakery, and she's starting to feel the pressure of being unemployed. Strange dreams haunt her sleep, and she doesn't know what to do. Ben, meanwhile, has a new assistant, Chris.

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George & Mildred. Image shows from L to R: Mildred Roper (Yootha Joyce), George Roper (Brian Murphy). Copyright: Thames Television

George & Mildred

Series 1, Episode 6 - Where My Caravan Has Rested

George trades his clapped-out old car for - of all things - a caravan! Mr Fourmile and the local Residents' Association offer to buy it from him; with her even snobbier sister due to visit, Mildred is particularly keen for him to get rid.

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 3, Episode 7 - Log Cabin

Sitcom about identical twins Eric and Hattie Sykes, who live together in suburban London.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
The Pickerskill Detentions

The Pickerskill Detentions

Episode 3, Smoking Wet: Retired English master Dr Henry Pickerskill recalls his most memorable detentions.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:10am (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 2, Episode 2 - Bedtime For Bonzo

Having finally found work with a little help from Rona, Bill's been stuck on the night shift preparing airline meals. If that wasn't bad enough, the Porters have agreed to look after their neighbour's chronically flatulent dog.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:15am (repeat)
Hearing With Hegley. John Hegley

Hearing With Hegley

Episode 3: The Luton Laureate entertains with songs and poems about glasses. With Nigel Piper and the Popticians.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme. John Finnemore. Copyright: BBC

John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme

Series 3, Episode 4

Featuring a sketch that is much, much too rude, advice on how to deal with bullies and an accidental visit to Ambridge.

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 9

The Stuarts are confused by the newly discovered drink tea, a Viking funeral ends in a massive fight, a child evacuated in the Blitz thinks farm animals are monsters, and some cowboys sing about life in the Wild West.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:50am (repeat)
Sykes. Image shows from L to R: Corky Turnbull (Deryck Guyler), Eric Sykes (Eric Sykes), Hattie Sykes (Hattie Jacques). Copyright: BBC

Sykes

Series 3, Episode 8 - The Fog

Sitcom about identical twins Eric and Hattie Sykes, who live together in suburban London.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
The Goon Show. Image shows from L to R: Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers, Harry Secombe. Copyright: BBC

The Goon Show

Episode 5.24: Neddie Seagoon offers to lead an expedition to bring back a yehti - from deepest, darkest Yorkshire.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:30am (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)
Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?. Copyright: BBC

Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?

Episode 12 - Boys' Night In

Terry's in despair over his mate Bob's stag night.

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

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 18 - Who's A Clever Bird?

Richard has booked a circus to entertain the guests but it hasn't arrived, so Sooty asks the owner of the bird garden to save the day with his clever budgies.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
The Now Show. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Steve Punt. Copyright: BBC

The Now Show

Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present a mix of stand-up, sketches and songs in this popular topical comedy show for Radio 4.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:10am (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 3, Episode 10 - The Yanks Are Coming

Gary manages to overcome his jealousy enough to get Jeep parts for Ron, but his shopping trip is interrupted by an outbreak of racial tension.

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

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 19 - Beach Patrol

Mr Slater has put Richard in charge of the beach and the gang decide to join him. After jumping on the bouncy castle Sooty, Sweep and Soo meet a friendly sand sculptor and have a sandcastle-building competition - but poor Richard ends up in deep water. With special guest star Frank Bruno.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
The Patrick And Maureen Maybe Music Experience

The Patrick And Maureen Maybe Music Experience

Episode 3

Patrick and Maureen have hit desperation point and invite a marriage counsellor to advise them on their communication skills live on-air. It's a recipe for disaster. With guests Mike Smith and Sarah Greene.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:50am (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 3, Episode 11 - Let's Get Away From It All

Gary's life is on the move in both time zones as Yvonne sets her heart on a new flat and Phoebe wants to leave The Royal Oak. Both have surprises in store for the weary traveller...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:30am (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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:10am (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 5 - Barry In Danger From Reading And Aunt Jessie

Alvin decides to lead a jealous Nora up the garden path.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:50am (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 6 - The Worst Horror Of All

Victor celebrates his return to work but is not pleased that his first day on the job involves a nasty case of vermin control. His bad luck continues that night, when Victor and Margaret visit the BBC with a virtually unconscious window cleaner they believe to be Mrs Warboy's cousin.

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

Monarch Of The Glen

Series 7, Episode 4

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

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
The Goon Show. Image shows from L to R: Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers, Harry Secombe. Copyright: BBC

The Goon Show

Episode 5.24: Neddie Seagoon offers to lead an expedition to bring back a yehti - from deepest, darkest Yorkshire.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:30pm (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 7 - The Middle-Class Rip-Off

A constituency matter concerning an expensive and unused art gallery and a near-bankrupt football club threatens to gouge a deep divide between Hacker and Sir Humphrey. Should art and culture for the middle classes be subsidised?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?. Copyright: BBC

Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?

Episode 12 - Boys' Night In

Terry's in despair over his mate Bob's stag night.

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 11 - Celebrity

Former Blue Peter presenter Zoe Salmon guest stars as Mo White, Dani's old acting class chum who has made it big in the States.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:10pm (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 7, Episode 3 - Fleeing Monks

As Michelle prepares to send the airmen back to England whilst disguised as Monks, René is attempting to get out of receiving a collaboration medal from the General - an honour for which the Resistance, communists AND townspeople would have him executed!

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 28, Episode 9 - In Which Howard Remembers Where He Left His Bicycle Pump

Truly makes matters worse when an embarrassed Howard bumps into an acquaintance from the past.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:50pm (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 7, Episode 4 - Up The Crick Without A Piddle

René and Edith arrive safely in England and are shocked to see a familiar face. Freshly honoured by Churchill, they take a look around London before Edith is heads back to Nouvion - and a major cock-up sends René reluctantly with her...

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 3, Episode 1 - Keeping Up Appearances

On a visit to see Chris, Sharon notices that Darryl has let himself go; he's unshaven, with greasy unwashed hair, and has picked up equally filthy habits. But Tracey's such a regular visitor that she's not noticed his gradual decline, and doesn't take too kindly to Sharon pointing it out.

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.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2pm (repeat)
Ladies Of Letters. Image shows from L to R: Irene (Prunella Scales), Vera (Patricia Routledge). Copyright: BBC

Ladies Of Letters

Episode 3.2, Vera writes from India, while Irene does some stirring over her pregnant daughter.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:30pm (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 3, Episode 2 - Tinker, Tailor...

Sharon and Tracey find themselves under investigation.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:05pm (repeat)
Jeeves And Wooster. Image shows from L to R: Bertie Wooster (Hugh Laurie), Jeeves (Stephen Fry). Copyright: Picture Partnership Productions

Jeeves And Wooster

Series 2, Episode 4

When an unfortunate predilection for the trumpet causes Jeeves and Wooster to part ways, the minor aristocrat retreats to a country cottage to practice his musical skill in peace. Unfortunately, Bertie soon finds himself in the midst of a love triangle, between old friend Chuffy and American heiress Pauline.

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

Shaun The Sheep

Series 3, Episode 18 - The Shadow Play

It's bedtime for Timmy but he's overtired and his Mum can't get him to sleep. Nothing seems to calm him until Shaun accidentally makes a shadow puppet on the wall. They put on a puppet show to help Timmy get to sleep. As the drama unfolds the audience see more than they bargained for.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:15pm (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 3, Episode 1 - Bedtime Story

Joanna looks forward to spending a week working with Charlie but soon wishes she was back at school.

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 27, Episode 6 - Who's That Merry Man With Billy, Then?

Recruitment for Billy's Merry Men receives an unexpected boost.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:50pm (repeat)
Second Thoughts. Image shows from L to R: Faith (Lynda Bellingham), Bill (James Bolam)

Second Thoughts

Series 2, Episode 9 - Recipe for Disaster

When Faith's old friends come to dinner, Bill flings himself into creating a culinary masterpiece.

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 27, Episode 7 - Who's That Talking To Lenny?

Gullible Lenny has heard a voice from above. Can his friends ensure he is set up for receiving further communications?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
Flying The Flag

Flying The Flag

Episode 3.2, Our Own Correspondent: With the press on the prowl, Ambassador Mackenzie's memoirs spark Embassy havoc.

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

Monarch Of The Glen

Series 7, Episode 4

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

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.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:20pm (repeat)
George & Mildred. Image shows from L to R: Mildred Roper (Yootha Joyce), George Roper (Brian Murphy). Copyright: Thames Television

George & Mildred

Series 1, Episode 7 - The Little Dog Laughed

George talks Truffles out for a walk in the park, but manages to lose her. Fearing Mildred's wrath, he sets about finding her - or a replacement.

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 Pickerskill Detentions

The Pickerskill Detentions

Episode 3, Smoking Wet: Retired English master Dr Henry Pickerskill recalls his most memorable detentions.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:40pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 1, Episode 6 - The Russians Are Coming

The threat of nuclear war looms over Peckham. What will become of The Nag's Head if the Russians attack? One thing's guaranteed, the Trotters will be sitting pretty in their DIY shelter...

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:45pm (repeat)
Hearing With Hegley. John Hegley

Hearing With Hegley

Episode 3: The Luton Laureate entertains with songs and poems about glasses. With Nigel Piper and the Popticians.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:20pm (repeat)
Yes, Prime Minister. Image shows from L to R: Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds), James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne). Copyright: BBC

Yes, Prime Minister

Series 1, Episode 3 - The Smoke Screen

Jim finds himself frustrated, as ever, by the conflicting demands of his colleagues, the Civil Service, and interest groups. This time the health of the nation is as stake as the Minister for Health puts forward anti-smoking proposals, whilst Jim is already struggling with the Treasury to find tax cuts.

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 28, Episode 9 - In Which Howard Remembers Where He Left His Bicycle Pump

Truly makes matters worse when an embarrassed Howard bumps into an acquaintance from the past.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme. John Finnemore. Copyright: BBC

John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme

Series 3, Episode 5

The truth behind some famous anecdotes and a curious tale of a hard-bitten dame.

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 3, Episode 3 - Duet For Solo Bicycle

A squeak in the shop's bicycle is driving Granville round the bedn, but can it really be affecting his love-life?

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 28, Episode 10 - Sinclair And The Wormley Witches

Sinclair believes he has been cursed, so Trudy, Entwistle and Alvin unwisely decide to exorcise him.

U&Dave channel logo 7pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI Logo. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series H, Episode 10 - Health And Safety

With Ross Noble, Jeremy Clarkson and David Mitchell.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
The Goon Show. Image shows from L to R: Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers, Harry Secombe. Copyright: BBC

The Goon Show

Episode 5.24: Neddie Seagoon offers to lead an expedition to bring back a yehti - from deepest, darkest Yorkshire.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?. Copyright: BBC

Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?

Episode 12 - Boys' Night In

Terry's in despair over his mate Bob's stag night.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey), Sue (Claire Skinner), Karen (Ramona Marquez), Ben (Daniel Roche), Pete (Hugh Dennis). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 2, Episode 3

Another celebration of parental incompetence as Pete and Sue attempt to ban TV and have an old-fashioned Sunday, with traditional parlour games like Pelmanism and Scissors-Paper-Velociraptor.

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 3, Episode 1 - Keeping Up Appearances

On a visit to see Chris, Sharon notices that Darryl has let himself go; he's unshaven, with greasy unwashed hair, and has picked up equally filthy habits. But Tracey's such a regular visitor that she's not noticed his gradual decline, and doesn't take too kindly to Sharon pointing it out.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey), Sue (Claire Skinner), Karen (Ramona Marquez), Ben (Daniel Roche), Pete (Hugh Dennis). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 2, Episode 4

Pete and Sue find themselves in every parent's ultimate nightmare - trapped in a foreign airport with three bored young children (and an increasingly bewildered Grandad).

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 3, Episode 2 - Tinker, Tailor...

Sharon and Tracey find themselves under investigation.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Bring Me Morecambe And Wise. Image shows from L to R: Eric Morecambe, Ernie Wise. Copyright: North One Television

Bring Me Morecambe And Wise

Episode 2 - The Guest Stars

This second part looks at some of the duo's most memorable guests.

BBC Two 9pm
30 min
The Wrong Mans. Image shows from L to R: Sam (Mathew Baynton), Phil (James Corden). Copyright: BBC / Hulu

The Wrong Mans

Series 1, Episode 2 - Bad Mans

The unlikely duo are brought face-to-face with Mr Stevens, who, it appears, is the husband of the abductee. He's understandably keen to get his wife back from her kidnapper, Mr Lau...

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series I, Episode 4 - Indecision

With Jimmy Carr, Rich Hall and Phill Jupitus.

Comedy Central 9:30pm (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 6

To earn a bit of cash, Ben volunteers for medical testing. Meanwhile, Eggman's band, Subcontractor, have a gig that he's convinced will be their big break.

BBC Two 9:30pm
30 min
The Sarah Millican Television Programme. Sarah Millican. Copyright: So Television / Chopsy Productions

The Sarah Millican Television Programme

Series 3, Episode 2

Sarah Millican talks about travel, antiques and children's shows with special guests: Michael Palin; Blue Peter presenter Helen Skelton; and antiques guru Tim Wonnacott.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
The Two Ronnies Spectacle. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Barker, Ronnie Corbett. Copyright: North One Television

The Two Ronnies Spectacle

Episode 1 - Two Ronnies Become One

New and exclusive to Gold, a charming insight into the life and work of one of the UK's favourite double acts begins with the story of how they came together.

VIVA 10pm (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Janet (Sheridan Smith), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Jonny Keogh (Ralf Little), Louise (Kathryn Drysdale). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 1, Episode 3 - Bone With The Wind

Flo wants Donna to move out but she's staying put. Gaz becomes worried when he thinks Donna's moving into his flat.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
60 min
Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish. Dave Gorman

Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish

Series 1, Episode 3 - I Is Da Queen

Money is the root of all comedy as Dave considers our love of cash.

BBC Three 10pm
30 min
Bad Education. Image shows left to right: Mitchell (Charlie Wernham), Stephen Carmichael (Layton Williams), Alfie (Jack Whitehall), Chantelle (Nikki Runeckles), Miss Gulliver (Sarah Solemani), Fraser (Mathew Horne), Joe (Ethan Lawrence), Rem Dogg (Jack Binstead), Jing (Kae Alexander). Credit: Tiger Aspect Productions

Bad Education

Series 2, Episode 5 - Drugs

Headmaster Mr Fraser has organised a special guest speaker for Drugs Awareness Day.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme. John Finnemore. Copyright: BBC

John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme

Series 3, Episode 4

Featuring a sketch that is much, much too rude, advice on how to deal with bullies and an accidental visit to Ambridge.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
30 min
London Irish. Image shows from L to R: Bronagh (Sinead Keenan), Conor (Kerr Logan), Packy (Peter Campion), Niamh (Kat Reagan). Copyright: Company Pictures

London Irish

Episode 2

It's the morning after the night before... a wedding party. The entire gang seem to have a surprise waiting when they wake up.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (repeat)
Run Fatboy Run. Dennis Doyle (Simon Pegg). Copyright: Material Entertainment

Run Fatboy Run

Having previously jilted his fiancée at the altar, Dennis Doyle attempts to win her back by running a marathon.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Genius. Dave Gorman. Copyright: BBC

Genius

Series 2, Episode 3 - Brian Sewell

With Brian Sewell. Ideas include the horse-bike, putting the clocks back an hour every night, and having all Thomas the Tank Engine books narrated by Brian Sewell.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10:30pm (repeat)
Celebrity Juice. Leigh Francis

Celebrity Juice

Series 10, Episode 5 - This Morning Special

In this special episode, Holly's This Morning co-presenter Phillip Schofield stands in for Fearne as they take over the show and choose their own guests. Keith will be as surprised as the viewers at home when he finds out who has been booked!

VIVA 10:40pm (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Janet (Sheridan Smith), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Jonny Keogh (Ralf Little), Louise (Kathryn Drysdale). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 1, Episode 4 - Angry Wangry

Janet decides to become a student so Louise arranges for Janet to meet some of her uni friends.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 7, Episode 4 - The Class Of 62

A school reunion has unexpected repercussions for the Trotter family, as events threaten to disrupt Del's glorious path to fatherhood.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 11pm (repeat)
Billy Connolly

An Audience With...

Episode 7 - Billy Connolly

Billy Connolly offers his unique brand of stand-up humour to a star-studded audience including Twiggy, Clive James, Michael Brandon, Ringo Starr and Samantha Fox.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
QI. Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series B, Episode 2 - Birds

With Phil Kay, Rich Hall and Jo Brand.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Elis James' Pantheon Of Heroes. Image shows from L to R: Benjamin Partridge, Elis James, Nadia Kamil. Copyright: BBC

Elis James' Pantheon Of Heroes

Series 1, Episode 2 - Religion

More historical heroism - as Saint David, Saint Patrick and Gerald of Wales are put to the Totaliser Test. With guest Henry Widdicombe.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
One. David Quantick. Copyright: Random Entertainment

One

Series 1, Episode 3

Sketches include the 'slipping forecast'; more from Jeremy Clarkson's Top Dog; a lost solo sailor; and an honest PA announcement from a train guard.

U&Dave channel logo 11:40pm (repeat)
The Rob Brydon Show. Rob Brydon. Copyright: Arbie

The Rob Brydon Show

Series 1, Special - The Rob Brydon Show Christmas Special

Rob Brydon returns for a Christmas Special in which he entertains special guests Jack Dee, Jo Brand and Alice Cooper in front of a live studio audience.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:45pm (repeat)
The Shuttleworths. John Shuttleworth (Graham Fellows). Copyright: BBC

The Shuttleworths

Series 2, Episode 5 - Shuttleworth Diplomacy

John decides he's not spending enough 'quality time' with family and seeks to become a nicer, more approachable person.

Comedy Central Midnight (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 6

To earn a bit of cash, Ben volunteers for medical testing. Meanwhile, Eggman's band, Subcontractor, have a gig that he's convinced will be their big break.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:10am (repeat)
The Comic Strip Presents.... Credit: Comic Strip Productions

The Comic Strip Presents...

Series 2, Episode 5 - Eddie Monsoon - A Life?

A television biography of the most offensive TV star South Africa has ever produced, played by Adrian Edmondson.

VIVA 12:20am (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Janet (Sheridan Smith), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Jonny Keogh (Ralf Little), Louise (Kathryn Drysdale). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 1, Episode 3 - Bone With The Wind

Flo wants Donna to move out but she's staying put. Gaz becomes worried when he thinks Donna's moving into his flat.

U&Dave channel logo 12:20am
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series B, Episode 2 - Birds

With Phil Kay, Rich Hall and Jo Brand.

BBC Three 12:30am (repeat)
Bad Education. Image shows left to right: Mitchell (Charlie Wernham), Stephen Carmichael (Layton Williams), Alfie (Jack Whitehall), Chantelle (Nikki Runeckles), Miss Gulliver (Sarah Solemani), Fraser (Mathew Horne), Joe (Ethan Lawrence), Rem Dogg (Jack Binstead), Jing (Kae Alexander). Credit: Tiger Aspect Productions

Bad Education

Series 2, Episode 5 - Drugs

Headmaster Mr Fraser has organised a special guest speaker for Drugs Awareness Day.

Comedy Central 1am
30 min
Seann Walsh World. Seann Walsh. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Seann Walsh World

Episode 12

Sixteen year-old web guru Sam Sadler, cheese made from breast milk, and Doritos soup feature this week.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1am (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.

Sky Living logo. Copyright: Sky 1am (repeat)
Mount Pleasant. Image shows from L to R: Bradley Dawson (Nigel Harman), Tanya (Samantha Janus). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mount Pleasant

Series 3, Episode 3

Fergus ends up on dad duty while Denise gets her modelling career started, leaving Lisa to do all the graft setting up their first office. Dan is not best amused.

VIVA 1am (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Janet (Sheridan Smith), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Jonny Keogh (Ralf Little), Louise (Kathryn Drysdale). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 1, Episode 4 - Angry Wangry

Janet decides to become a student so Louise arranges for Janet to meet some of her uni friends.

U&Dave channel logo 1:20am (repeat)
Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish. Dave Gorman

Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish

Series 1, Episode 3 - I Is Da Queen

Money is the root of all comedy as Dave considers our love of cash.

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

Comedy Central Extra 1:45am (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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2am (repeat)
The Comedy Genius Of John Sullivan. John Sullivan. Copyright: BBC

The Comedy Genius Of John Sullivan

Documentary tributing the genius of comedy writer John Sullivan, creator of Only Fools And Horses.

BBC Three 2am (repeat)
Some Girls. Image shows from L to R: Saz (Mandeep Dhillon), Amber (Alice Felgate), Viva (Adelayo Adedayo), Holli (Natasha Jonas). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Some Girls

Series 2, Episode 1

Viva is worried that Rocky is getting too serious about their relationship, while Saz is worried she's not normal. A new school counsellor has a big impact on Greenshoots Academy - though not in the way he intended.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2am (repeat)
The Now Show. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Steve Punt. Copyright: BBC

The Now Show

Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present a mix of stand-up, sketches and songs in this popular topical comedy show for Radio 4.

Comedy Central 2:15am (repeat)
Stewart Lee: Carpet Remnant World. Stewart Lee

Stewart Lee: Carpet Remnant World

TV broadcast of Stewart Lee's 2012 live stand-up DVD.

U&Dave channel logo 2:15am (repeat)
QI. Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series B, Episode 2 - Birds

With Phil Kay, Rich Hall and Jo Brand.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 2:20am (repeat)
Sirens. Image shows from L to R: Stuart Bayldon (Rhys Thomas), Rachid Mansaur (Kayvan Novak), Ashley Greenwick (Richard Madden). Copyright: Daybreak Pictures

Sirens

Episode 5 - Stress

Stuart is in denial about the stresses of his job so decides to focus on Maxine's unsettled feelings about fireman Craig and how they are threatening her chances of promotion. He attempts to find subtle ways to reassure her that Craig is really into her, but is he really the right man to play Cupid, or will he end up creating more stress for both of them?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:30am (repeat)
The Comic Strip Presents.... Credit: Comic Strip Productions

The Comic Strip Presents...

Series 2, Episode 5 - Eddie Monsoon - A Life?

A television biography of the most offensive TV star South Africa has ever produced, played by Adrian Edmondson.

BBC Three 2:30am (repeat)
Staying In With Greg & Russell. Image shows from L to R: Greg James, Russell Kane. Copyright: Talkback

Staying In With Greg & Russell

Episode 1

Greg James and Russell Kane invite celebrity guests over to their flat for an unmissable night of unique chat and home entertainment. Rizzle Kicks make themselves at home, and Jason Derulo talks dirty to the boys in their loft.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2:30am (repeat)
The Patrick And Maureen Maybe Music Experience

The Patrick And Maureen Maybe Music Experience

Episode 3

Patrick and Maureen have hit desperation point and invite a marriage counsellor to advise them on their communication skills live on-air. It's a recipe for disaster. With guests Mike Smith and Sarah Greene.

U&Dave channel logo 2:55am (repeat)
The Rob Brydon Show. Rob Brydon. Copyright: Arbie

The Rob Brydon Show

Series 1, Special - The Rob Brydon Show Christmas Special

Rob Brydon returns for a Christmas Special in which he entertains special guests Jack Dee, Jo Brand and Alice Cooper in front of a live studio audience.

U&Dave channel logo 3:50am (repeat)
Rex The Runt. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Rex The Runt

Series 1, Episode 1 - Holiday In Vince

The gang are unable to go on holiday because of Vince's Random Pavarotti disease, so they travel inside Vince in a shrunken submarine to cure him. Guest starring Judith Chalmers.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
Flying The Flag

Flying The Flag

Episode 3.2, Our Own Correspondent: With the press on the prowl, Ambassador Mackenzie's memoirs spark Embassy havoc.

Sky Living logo. Copyright: Sky 5:30am (repeat)
What The Dickens?. Image shows from L to R: Chris Addison, Sandi Toksvig, Sue Perkins. Copyright: Liberty Bell

What The Dickens?

Series 2, Episode 7

Will they 'Love It Or Loathe It' or just 'Lose The Plot?' Prof Germaine Greer and Richard Herring join Chris Addison and Sue Perkins for the cultural comedy quiz. Sandi Toksvig hosts.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
The Pickerskill Detentions

The Pickerskill Detentions

Episode 3, Smoking Wet: Retired English master Dr Henry Pickerskill recalls his most memorable detentions.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:45am (repeat)
Hearing With Hegley. John Hegley

Hearing With Hegley

Episode 3: The Luton Laureate entertains with songs and poems about glasses. With Nigel Piper and the Popticians.

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