British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Friday 11th October 2013

Radio 4 11:30am
30 min
Start/Stop. Barney (Jack Docherty). Copyright: BBC

Start/Stop

Series 1, Episode 6

This week a lunch invitation looks like it might change everything.

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

Yes, Prime Minister

Series 2, Episode 3 - A Diplomatic Incident

When the former PM dies unexpectedly of a heart attack, a state funeral is announced. Unfortunately that means a chance for the French to cause a diplomatic incident to use as a bargaining tool for important upcoming Channel Tunnel negotiatoins - never knowingly reasonable!

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
The Now Show. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Steve Punt. Copyright: BBC

The Now Show

Series 41, Episode 3

Steve Punt and Jon Culshaw are accompanied by Nick Doody, Gareth Gwynn and Pippa Evans.

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 4, Episode 3 - The Housekeeper Caper

Arkwright advertises for a live-in housekeeper. It doesn't succeed in getting Nurse Gladys Emmanuel jealous but does tempt the "Black Widow", the formidable Mrs Feathermore...

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 42, Episode 8

Miranda Hart hosts the topical panel quiz for a third time, with guest panellists Reginald D Hunter and Labour's Tom Watson MP.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Smithy (James Corden). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 2, Episode 5

It's Gwen's birthday and Bryn has arranged a special surprise treat.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Smithy (James Corden). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 2, Episode 6

Gavin is in Essex without his wife. Stacey is in Barry without her husband. So while Smithy plans a boys' night out, Stacey goes to the bingo. But has living separate lives finally taken its toll on love's young dream?

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 8:30pm (repeat)
Miranda. Image shows from L to R: Tilly (Sally Phillips), Gary (Tom Ellis), Stevie (Sarah Hadland), Miranda (Miranda Hart), Penny (Patricia Hodge), Clive (James Holmes). Copyright: BBC

Miranda

Series 2, Episode 4 - A New Low

There's a new girl on the scene this week and Miranda and Stevie find it tough going to keep up with her youthful energy and frenetic lifestyle.

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

The Royle Family

Series 2, Episode 5

It's been a particularly stressful few weeks, and with the menopause kicking in, Barbara's had enough. Unfortunately, Jim can't see what he's done wrong, and the argument soon spreads to Dave and Denise. But after Bar storms out, Jim reveals a new side...

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9pm
30 min
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 46, Episode 2

Guest host Richard Osman and guest panellists Dan Snow and Mark Steel join in the topical quiz.

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 13 - Intelligence

With Jo Brand, Phill Jupitus and David Mitchell.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm
50 min
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 16, Episode 2

Sean and Jon are joined in their quest to uncover the public's most popular taking points by guests Richard Hammond, Carol Vorderman, Paul Foot and Matt Forde.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm
60 min
A League Of Their Own. James Corden. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 7, Episode 8

Alan Shearer, Jason Manford, The Saturdays' Frankie Sandford and her footballer boyfriend Wayne Bridge get involved in the sports fun.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm
30 min
Citizen Khan. Image shows from L to R: Dave (Matthew Cottle), Mr Khan (Adil Ray). Copyright: BBC

Citizen Khan

Series 2, Episode 2 - Naani's Day Out

Mr Khan is off to meet the mosque manager, whom he expects will finally get him onto the mosque committee. He's also keen to get Naani back to Pakistan as soon as possible.

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

The Royle Family

Series 2, Episode 6

It's Antony's 18th, and Barbara's prepared a buffet on the back table, ready for a small get-together. It's also the Royles' first chance to meet new girlfriend Emma and make a good impression.

BBC Three 9:45pm
45 min version
Staying In With Greg & Russell. Image shows from L to R: Greg James, Russell Kane. Copyright: Talkback

Staying In With Greg & Russell

Episode 3

It's Ladies' Night, so joining the boys are Kimberley Walsh, Ana Matronic and Stacey Solomon. Plus Warwick Davis tells us all about his new role and chart sensation Conor Maynard drops by for a performance.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9:50pm
60 min
Alan Carr: Chatty Man. Alan Carr. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Alan Carr: Chatty Man

Series 11, Episode 7 - Nicole Scherzinger, Johnny Knoxville, Gok Wan

Alan is joined by X Factor judge Nicole Scherzinger, US actor and Jackass star Johnny Knoxville and Gok Wan, who tells Alan all about his new book. Music is from One Republic, who perform their latest single Counting Stars.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series K, Episode 6 - Killers

With Jason Manford, Sandi Toksvig and Trevor Noah.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Al Murray Live: Barrel Of Fun. The Pub Landlord (Al Murray). Copyright: Avalon Television

Al Murray Live: Barrel Of Fun

Britain's best-known pub philosopher serves up his own special brew of comic bar-room banter in his 2010 show, Barrel Of Fun.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
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 8

As the team gather to give the store a post-closing once-over before the grand 'Valco Better' reopening, Richard pulls a last-minute surprise out of his hat: completely rearranging the store.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20pm (repeat)
Early Doors. Image shows from L to R: Joe (Craig Cash), Duffy (Phil Mealey). Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Early Doors

Series 2, Episode 5

In the penultimate episode of life at The Grapes, Ken the landlord smartens himself up to play the romantic lead. There is growing concern amongst the regulars that their favourite boozer may be turned into a fun pub and Duffy plays down his recent good fortune.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm
30 min
BBC New Comedy Award. Steve Bugeja. Copyright: BBC

BBC New Comedy Award

2013, Episode 6 - Heat 6

Heat six of the 2013 BBC Radio New Comedy Award comes once again from the Glee Club in Cardiff, with Elis James as host and Isy Suttie as guest judge.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10:30pm
30 min
Don't Sit In The Front Row. Jack Dee. Copyright: Citrus Television

Don't Sit In The Front Row

Series 2, Episode 8

Series Two draws to a close as Jack Dee and guests Frank Skinner, Zoe Lyons and Eric Lampaert let fly with one last lot of zingers.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:35pm
50 min
The Graham Norton Show. Graham Norton. Credit: So Television, Christopher Baines

The Graham Norton Show

Series 14, Episode 1 - Harrison Ford, Benedict Cumberbatch, Jack Whitehall, James Blunt

Harrison Ford says he would like to star in a new Indiana Jones film, Benedict Cumberbatch remains tightlipped on Sherlock, Jack Whitehall reveals he is huge fan of both Harrison and Benedict, and James Blunt performs Bonfire Heart.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:50pm
50 min version
Was It Something I Said?. Image shows from L to R: Micky Flanagan, David Mitchell, Richard Ayoade

Was It Something I Said?

Episode 1

David Mitchell, Micky Flanagan and Richard Ayoade are joined by panellists Jimmy Carr and Charlie Higson. The guest narrator is Homeland star David Harewood.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
Early Doors. Image shows from L to R: Joe (Craig Cash), Duffy (Phil Mealey). Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Early Doors

Series 2, Episode 6

It's Melanie's 21st birthday party and "Jumping Joe's Krazy Roadshow" is in full swing. Phil and Nige take the opportunity to try out their new business venture and Tommy eagerly eyes up the buffet.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:20pm (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?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40pm (repeat)
Blackadder. McAngus, Duke of Argyll (Alex Norton). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

The Black Adder, Episode 2 - Born To Be King

Having left Harry as ruling Prince Regent, King Richard is away killing Turks. Edmund is instructed to arrange entertainment for the upcoming feast of St Leonard's Day, and in the process believes he has found letters pertaining to his brother's legitimacy...

U&Dave channel logo 11:40pm
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 42, Episode 8

Miranda Hart hosts the topical panel quiz for a third time, with guest panellists Reginald D Hunter and Labour's Tom Watson MP.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:40pm (repeat)
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 3

It's Halloween and there's a party to get to. But Bronagh's on medication so can't drink; Packy and Conor have been mugged; and tedious cousin Sean is in London after a marital incident.

BBC Three 11:45pm
15 min
Kerry. Kerry Howard. Copyright: Objective Productions

Kerry

Comedy sketch show pilot starring Kerry Howard.

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