British Comedy Guide

Schedule Friday 6th December 2013

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6am (repeat)
Sykes. Image shows from L to R: Corky Turnbull (Deryck Guyler), Eric Sykes (Eric Sykes), Hattie Sykes (Hattie Jacques). Copyright: BBC

Sykes

Series 5, Episode 3 - Lodgers

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

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6:10am (repeat)
Man About The House. Image shows from L to R: Chrissy Plummer (Paula Wilcox), Robin Tripp (Richard O'Sullivan), Jo (Sally Thomsett). Copyright: Thames Television

Man About The House

Series 3, Episode 7 - Three Of A Kind

When Robin is hospitalised to have his tonsils removed, Chrissy takes on two of his friends in a spot of poker. The trouble is, she has no idea how to play...

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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To The Manor Born. Audrey fforbes-Hamilton (Penelope Keith). Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Series 1, Episode 1

Following the death of her husband, Audrey fforbes-Hamilton discovers that their large country estate is almost bankrupt, and is told that she has no option other than to sell up.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
Prunella Scales

Smelling Of Roses

Series 1, Episode 3 - Positive Thinking

Rosie's company goes New Age, promoting the Brighton leg of a lecture tour by a Californian positive-thinking guru.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Meet David Sedaris. David Sedaris

Meet David Sedaris

Series of comical essays written and performed for Radio 4 by American-born humourist David Sedaris.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:35am (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 1, Episode 5 - The Thing In The Cellar

As the Goods are removed from the electricity grid, Tom builds a generator to turn the waste from their animals into electricity. However, when it's finally called into use, the generator packs up, and Tom grovels to Jerry for use of his freezer.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
Steptoe And Son. Image shows from L to R: Harold (Harry H. Corbett), Albert (Wilfrid Brambell). Copyright: BBC

Steptoe And Son

Episode 2.7, Homes Fit for Heroes: Harold and Albert quarrel over his plans to travel.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:15am (repeat)
Sykes. Image shows from L to R: Corky Turnbull (Deryck Guyler), Eric Sykes (Eric Sykes), Hattie Sykes (Hattie Jacques). Copyright: BBC

Sykes

Series 5, Episode 4 - Holiday Camp

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

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
Yes Minister. Image shows from L to R: Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds), James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne). Copyright: BBC

Yes Minister

Series 1, Episode 5 - Jobs For The Boys

Hacker discovers that he is being kept in the dark about a government project. Everyone else seems to know about it mind. Sir Humphrey, Bernard and his own chauffeur know more than he does. Meanwhile, Sir Humphrey tires to get a banker friend of his the chairmanship of a quango.

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Sadie J. Copyright: BBC

Sadie J

Series 1, Episode 8 - Pompomtastic

Sadie thinks she has made it when Whitney invites her to a cheerleaders party - so she dumps Kit and Dede for the airheads, only to find out it is a cruel trick.

CITV 8:50am (repeat)
Sooty. Richard (Richard Cadell). Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 25 - Panto Palaver

When the actors for Mr Slater's pantomime don't turn up, Sooty, Sweep and Soo perform instead. Will The Wicked Bunny have Little Blue Riding Hood for his supper, or can Sooty the woodcutter come to her rescue?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:55am (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

A selection of three Christmas specials of Britain's longest running sitcom.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Girls Will Be Girls

Episode 1: The Bobo girls take to the stage with music and comedy.

CITV 9:05am (repeat)
Sooty. Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 6 - Poorly Soo

Soo has had an accident on her roller-skates and needs to stay in bed. Luckily Sooty and Sweep are on hand to bake her a cake - but they only have eggshells and pepper! Can Richard come to the rescue?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
The Change. Image shows left to right: Carol (Lynda Bellingham), George (Christopher Ellison)

The Change

Series 1, Episode 6 - When a Man Loves a Woman

Carol receives an unexpected visit from Ken. He knows George's secret and thinks that Carol could do with the attention of a "real" man. Unfortunately, whilst in the throes of passion with Ken, George is getting beaten up by thugs and the guilt leads Carol to the brink of despair. Can she even accept that her husband wants to wear floral two-pieces?

Radio 4 10:45am
15 min
HighLites. Beverley (Lorraine Ashbourne). Copyright: BBC

HighLites

HighLites: Split Ends, Episode 5

It's already been quite a week for bride to be, Tess. Maybe a visit to HighLites is the last thing she needs.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:55am (repeat)
Harry Hill's TV Burp. Harry Hill. Copyright: Avalon Television

Harry Hill's TV Burp

Award-winning comedian Harry Hill takes a surreal look at television clips from the previous seven days.

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Harry Hill's TV Burp. Harry Hill. Copyright: Avalon Television

Harry Hill's TV Burp

Award-winning comedian Harry Hill takes a surreal look at television clips from the previous seven days.

Radio 4 11:30am
30 min
On The Rocks. Image shows from L to R: Frank Gunwallow (Joseph Kloska), Mary (Bec Applebee), Morwenna (Alex Tregear), Tregarthan (Peter Marinker), Grace (Christine Absalom), Len (Ed Gaughan). Copyright: BBC

On The Rocks

Series 1, Episode 2 - Omens

Old Grace is convinced that strange things have started to happen since the new telegraph machine was installed.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:55am (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 1, Episode 3 - The Country Wife

Boycie's 'bargain' purchase - Rocky the bull - arrives and much to Marlene's annoyance begins to make the place look untidy. Marlene sends Boycie out Blackberry picking - and while he's out he makes a new enemy.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
Steptoe And Son. Image shows from L to R: Harold (Harry H. Corbett), Albert (Wilfrid Brambell). Copyright: BBC

Steptoe And Son

Episode 2.7, Homes Fit for Heroes: Harold and Albert quarrel over his plans to travel.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:10pm (repeat)
Hotel Trubble. Image shows from L to R: Jamie (Sam Phillips), Sally (Dominique Moore), Lenny (Gary Damer). Copyright: BBC

Hotel Trubble

Series 2, Episode 7 - When Hally Met Sally

Sally's old school rival Hally arrives at Hotel Trubble and soon starts bossing everyone around; Sally has to do something before Hally takes over the hotel.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:25pm (repeat)
Carry On Nurse. Image shows from L to R: Matron (Hattie Jacques), Sister (Joan Hickson). Copyright: Peter Rogers Productions

Carry On Nurse

Much to the nurses' frustration, the patients at Haven Hospital have no intention of lying quietly whilst awaiting surgery or recovery.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
Yes Minister. Image shows from L to R: Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds), James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne). Copyright: BBC

Yes Minister

Series 1, Episode 5 - Jobs For The Boys

Hacker discovers that he is being kept in the dark about a government project. Everyone else seems to know about it mind. Sir Humphrey, Bernard and his own chauffeur know more than he does. Meanwhile, Sir Humphrey tires to get a banker friend of his the chairmanship of a quango.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:35pm (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 1, Episode 6 - The Pagan Rite

After a proposal from his old boss, Tom decides to take on some freelance work in order to treat Barbara to the pampering she misses from their old life. Barbara is furious as she thinks Tom has given up the dream but when she finds out it is for her she is extremely grateful.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:40pm (repeat)
Me & My Monsters. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Me & My Monsters

Series 2, Episode 12 - Alone Together

When the monsters are left home alone while the family visit Kate's parents, they receive a surprise visit from a couple of burglars. The burglars get more than they bargained for as the monsters defend the Carlson house in true monster style.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:50pm (repeat)
Sailor Beware. Image shows from L to R: Carnoustie Bligh (Gordon Jackson), Emma Hornett (Peggy Mount), Albert Tufnell (Ronald Lewis). Copyright: Remus Films

Sailor Beware

1950s farce starring Peggy Mount as a formidable mother who scares her daughter's naval fiancé.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:05pm (repeat)
Scoop. Digby Digworth (Shaun Williamson). Copyright: BBC

Scoop

Series 3, Episode 8 - Taking Pictures

Digby and Hacker train as undercover security guards in a gallery to catch an art thief.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:10pm (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Audrey fforbes-Hamilton (Penelope Keith). Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Series 1, Episode 1

Following the death of her husband, Audrey fforbes-Hamilton discovers that their large country estate is almost bankrupt, and is told that she has no option other than to sell up.

U&Drama channel logo 1:10pm (repeat)
Butterflies. Image shows from L to R: Ben Parkinson (Geoffrey Palmer), Ria Parkinson (Wendy Craig)

Butterflies

Sitcom following dissatisfied housewife Ria Parkinson as she considers embarking on an exciting romantic affair with successful businessman Leonard.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:45pm (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 2, Special - From Here To Paternity

Jed, Elgin and Bryan are convinced a mythical creature is stalking Winterdown Farm.

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 2, Episode 4 - Muesli

Darryl is down after watching a fellow inmate being released. His friend tries to cheer him up. Tracey wants to have more in common with him so gets Dorien to lock her and Sharon in the box room for the weekend, only she ends up with a crisis and forgets about them.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:45pm (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, Christmas Special - The Man In The Long Black Coat

Seven months after Patrick gunned down one hundred of his garden gnomes in cold blood, Victor still has a score to settle with his next-door neighbour. Meanwhile, down on his allotment all is not what it would appear with a pile of horse manure bought from a dodgy character.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:10pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 1, Episode 39 - Shaun Encounters

The farm gets another visit from the little green alien, but it's not alone.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:50pm (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 1 - Yuppy Love

Del has gone all high-powered and trendy in an attempt to adopt a yuppy image. Rodney is unimpressed as his attention is focused on getting his computer diploma at night school.

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Barbara. Image shows from L to R: Barbara Liversidge (Gwen Taylor), Ted Liversidge (Sam Kelly)

Barbara

Series 3, Episode 1 - Queenie

Ted's obnoxious mother, Queenie, is expelled from her retirement home and comes to stay with the family. Neil is forced to think about his future when he starts seeing a pushy, demanding woman.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:40pm (repeat)
Duty Free. Image shows from L to R: David Pearce (Keith Barron), Linda Cochran (Joanna Van Gyseghem), Carlos (Carlos Douglas), Robert Cochran (Neil Stacy), Amy Pearce (Gwen Taylor). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

Duty Free

Series 2, Episode 1 - Manana

David has been ostracised by his wife and lover, so he tries to sneak out of the hotel and past the police.

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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 2 - Danger UXD

There is trouble in store for the Trotters when Del puts his 'high profile' business strategy into overdrive.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5pm
30 min
Dani's Castle. Image shows from L to R: Rich (Richard Wisker), Esme (Jordan Brown), Jimmy (Kieran Alleyne), Kait (Shannon Flynn), Dani (Dani Harmer), Dylan (Toby Murray), Gabriel (Niall Wright). Copyright: The Foundation

Dani's Castle

Series 2, Episode 8 - Bogmoor's Got Talent

Rich and the gang decide to put on a talent show to cheer up Dylan after he fails to get a coveted role in the school play.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
Peter Jones. Copyright: BBC

Capital Gains

Series 1, Episode 1 - Risk Capital

Julius Hutch, amateur philosopher, chooses one word to describe the retirement he is looking forward to - "pottering". But one day he finds his life is changed for ever.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:15pm (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.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:15pm
15 min
Gigglebiz. Justin Fletcher. Copyright: BBC

Gigglebiz

Series 3, Episode 20

Captain Adorable takes on a new outer-space adversary in the form of a green sock, newsreader Arthur Sleep has some problems with an annoying fly, fitness guru Keith Fitt demonstrates how not to do squats and fading acrobat act the Berrito Brothers show off their space hopping skills.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:20pm (repeat)
Man About The House. Image shows from L to R: Chrissy Plummer (Paula Wilcox), Robin Tripp (Richard O'Sullivan), Jo (Sally Thomsett). Copyright: Thames Television

Man About The House

Series 4, Episode 1 - Home & Away

Robin and Chrissy borrow the Ropers' car and head to Southampton to see his beloved home team take on West Ham. Unfortunately it breaks down en route. Back in London, Mr Roper is sporting a brand new wig and is sure no one has noticed.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Prunella Scales

Smelling Of Roses

Series 1, Episode 3 - Positive Thinking

Rosie's company goes New Age, promoting the Brighton leg of a lecture tour by a Californian positive-thinking guru.

U&Drama channel logo 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 5 - Beware The Trickster On The Roof

Victor and Margaret battle to rid their home of an evil curse. Victor's neighbours put their house up for sale - but there are very few takers. Victor becomes convinced that a TV aerial is laughing at him.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 5:45pm (repeat)
Monty Python: Almost The Truth. Copyright: Bill And Ben Productions / Eagle Rock Film Productions

Monty Python: Almost The Truth

Episode 4

The Pythons make it big in the States, release their first film, And Now For Something Completely Different, and then set out to make Monty Python And The Holy Grail.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:05pm (repeat)
The Two Ronnies Sketchbook. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Barker, Ronnie Corbett. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies Sketchbook

Episode 6

The Two Ronnies are back again with another helping of their greatest work.

U&Drama channel logo 6:20pm (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 4, Episode 1 - The Pit And The Pendulum

Patrick's cherry tree launches an attack on Victor's junipers, which prompts Victor to seek professional help. Victor's interest in tropical fish causes a fresh ruction between the pair.

BBC Radio Wales. Copyright: BBC 6:30pm
30 min
Here Be Dragons. Image shows from L to R: Lloyd Langford, Gareth Gwynn, Cariad Lloyd, Sian Harries, Nadia Kamil, Benjamin Partridge, Elis James. Copyright: John Stanley Productions

Here Be Dragons

Series 1, Episode 6

The show could well include bees, darts, bottle tops and the Large Hadron Collider.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
The News Quiz. Andy Zaltzman

The News Quiz

Series 82, Episode 5

A satirical review of the week's news, chaired by Sandi Toksvig, with guest panellists Susan Calman, Greg Proops and Bob Mills joining regular guest Jeremy Hardy.

U&Drama channel logo 7pm (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 4 - Muesli

Darryl is down after watching a fellow inmate being released. His friend tries to cheer him up. Tracey wants to have more in common with him so gets Dorien to lock her and Sharon in the box room for the weekend, only she ends up with a crisis and forgets about them.

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 1

With guest host Benedict Cumberbatch and guest panellists Victoria Coren and Jon Richardson.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
Steptoe And Son. Image shows from L to R: Harold (Harry H. Corbett), Albert (Wilfrid Brambell). Copyright: BBC

Steptoe And Son

Episode 2.7, Homes Fit for Heroes: Harold and Albert quarrel over his plans to travel.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:05pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 2, Christmas Special - No Way Out

Fletcher plans to spend Christmas in hospital to avoid being press-ganged into Grouty's latest scheme to spring a fellow prisoner. His plan backfires when Grouty finds out about his upcoming civilian hospital appointment and gives him a vital role in proceedings.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
Yes Minister. Image shows from L to R: Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds), James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne). Copyright: BBC

Yes Minister

Series 1, Episode 5 - Jobs For The Boys

Hacker discovers that he is being kept in the dark about a government project. Everyone else seems to know about it mind. Sir Humphrey, Bernard and his own chauffeur know more than he does. Meanwhile, Sir Humphrey tires to get a banker friend of his the chairmanship of a quango.

U&Drama channel logo 7:40pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 5, Episode 5

Richard isn't exactly over the moon with his surprise birthday present.

Radio 4 7:45pm (repeat)
HighLites. Beverley (Lorraine Ashbourne). Copyright: BBC

HighLites

Comedy drama following the world's worst hairdressers, Bev and her assistant, Shirley.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8pm (repeat)
Doc Martin. Dr Martin Ellingham (Martin Clunes). Copyright: Buffalo Pictures / Homerun Productions

Doc Martin

Series 4, Episode 8 - The Wrong Goodbye

Martin and Pauline are surprised by the number of patients coming to see him on the last day before his Surgery closes and he moves to London.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (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, Special - Between The Devil And The Deep Blue Sea

The route that Gary uses to get back to 1941 has become a row of shops.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
Yonderland. Image shows from L to R: Ben Willbond, Laurence Rickard, Jim Howick. Copyright: Working Title Films

Yonderland

Series 1, Episode 5 - Closing The Portal

Debbie has had enough of the quests and wants her life back, to concentrate on her family, not being The Chosen One.

U&Drama channel logo 8:20pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 5, Episode 6

Richard is worried that Hyacinth's visit to a country house auction will cost him a lot of money. Meanwhile, Daddy has become unwittingly involved with a Mrs Braddock.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm
30 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, Highlights Special - Best Bits

Jimmy Carr is joined by team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson for an episode of best bits from the last series. A host of well-known faces join the teams as they discuss the topical events that set the great British public's chins wagging.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:05pm (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 3, Christmas Special - The Royle Family At Christmas

It's Christmas Day, and Baby David's first birthday. It's also the Royles' first opportunity to meet Emma's parents, who leave Jim with a sour taste in the mouth. However, an unexpected present soon puts a smile back on his hairy face.

Comedy Central 10pm (repeat)
Lee Evans XL Tour 2005 Live. Lee Evans. Copyright: Little Mo Films

Lee Evans XL Tour 2005 Live

Stand-up Lee Evans returns to Wales, the land of his ancestors, to perform to over 4,000 fans at the Cardiff International Arena.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
The Catherine Tate Show. Catherine Tate

The Catherine Tate Show

Series 2, Episode 3

Ivan & Trudy present their 'wig emporium', Derek Faye purchases a David Beckham calendar and are hospital nurses stealing Nan's personal belongings?

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

QI

Series K, Episode 12 - Knights And Knaves

With Victoria Coren Mitchell, Sue Perkins & the Rev. Richard Coles.

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

Mock The Week

Series 8, Episode 1

Dara O'Briain and regulars Hugh Dennis, Russell Howard and Andy Parsons return for a new series with guests Milton Jones, Patrick Kielty and Mark Watson joining in the mocking.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Meet David Sedaris. David Sedaris

Meet David Sedaris

Series of comical essays written and performed for Radio 4 by American-born humourist David Sedaris.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
70 min
Alan Carr: Chatty Man. Alan Carr. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Alan Carr: Chatty Man

Series 11, Episode 15 - Lady Gaga, John Bishop, Heston Blumenthal

This week's guests include Lady Gaga, who tells Alan all about her new album Artpop and gives an exclusive performance of Do What You Want. Also John Bishop, who talks about his Supersonic 2014 tour, and top chef Heston Blumenthal.

BBC Three 10:30pm (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 Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
The Consultants

The Consultants

Episode 6: Unisex barbers and wrong telephone numbers.

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Andy Parsons, Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Russell Howard, Frankie Boyle. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 5, Episode 10

Ed Byrne joins Hugh Dennis and Frankie Boyle whilst Gina Yashere joins Russell Howard and Andy Parsons.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:45pm
50 min
The Graham Norton Show. Graham Norton. Credit: So Television, Christopher Baines

The Graham Norton Show

Series 14, Episode 8 - Daniel Radcliffe, Harry Hill, Mary Berry, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Cliff Richard

Daniel Radcliffe says he won't take a break from acting; Mary Berry discusses fashion; Harry Hill talks about Simon Cowell; Andrew Lloyd Webber says his new musical stirred up a hornet's nest; and Cliff Richard talks about retirement.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:50pm (repeat)
Bottom. Image shows from L to R: Richie Richard (Rik Mayall), Eddie Hitler (Adrian Edmondson). Copyright: BBC

Bottom

Richie Richard and Eddie Hitler are a pair of disgusting, anti-social and regularly violent losers who share a grubby flat in Hammersmith.

Sky Atlantic logo. Copyright: Sky 11pm (repeat)
Set List. Copyright: Princess Productions / Susquehanna Hats

Set List: Stand-Up Without A Net

Episode 1

Frank Skinner, Richard Herring and American comic TJ Miller take the challenge. With no time to prepare, will they have sides splitting or crumble under the pressure as they step up to the London mic?

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

A selection of episodes from the second and third series of Channel 4's most successful sitcom.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (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 2, Episode 5 - G.U.T.

The Professor tells Satan that humans have failed for years in trying to come up with a grand unifying theory behind the universe. Satan, however, knows the answer.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:25pm (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 3, Christmas Special - The Royle Family At Christmas

It's Christmas Day, and Baby David's first birthday. It's also the Royles' first opportunity to meet Emma's parents, who leave Jim with a sour taste in the mouth. However, an unexpected present soon puts a smile back on his hairy face.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:30pm
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 9

Kathy Burke hosts the news quiz, with team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop and guest panellists Miles Jupp and Tim Loughton MP.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
The Mary Whitehouse Experience. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, David Baddiel, Steve Punt, Rob Newman. Copyright: BBC

The Mary Whitehouse Experience

Manchester's 1996 Olympic bid is mocked.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 11:30pm (repeat)
Celebrity Juice. Image shows from L to R: Holly Willoughby, Rufus Hound, Leigh Francis, Fearne Cotton

Celebrity Juice

Series 7, Episode 12

Caroline Flack, Eamonn Holmes, Corey Feldman and Chris Ramsey are the guests joining Keith, Fearne and Holly.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:10am
45 min
Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20am (repeat)
The Catherine Tate Show. Catherine Tate

The Catherine Tate Show

Series 2, Episode 3

Ivan & Trudy present their 'wig emporium', Derek Faye purchases a David Beckham calendar and are hospital nurses stealing Nan's personal belongings?

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:25am (repeat)
PhoneShop. Image shows from L to R: Jerwayne (Javone Prince), Ashley (Andrew Brooke), Lance (Martin Trenaman), Janine (Emma Fryer), Christopher (Tom Bennett). Copyright: Talkback

PhoneShop

Series 2, Episode 1 - Lance Got Game

Lean times have hit the high street, and everyone is feeling the pinch. As Ashley and Jerwayne attempt to make some extra money on the side, Shelley goes on the warpath, and Janine finds herself socialising with the cream of Croydon society.

BBC Three 12:30am (repeat)
The Revolution Will Be Televised. Image shows from L to R: Jolyon Rubinstein, David Cameron. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

The Revolution Will Be Televised

Series 2, Episode 4

James and Barnaby are intent on convincing the emergency services that privatisation is the way to go, and meet Eric Pickles to show him their plans to make some extra cash.

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Facejacker. Kayvan Novak. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Facejacker

Series 2, Episode 1

Kayvan Novak returns, taking his characters into real-life situations where they sometimes charm but often baffle members of the public. And this time he's going global by also unleashing some of his best-known characters in America.

BBC Three 1am (repeat)
Sweat The Small Stuff. Image shows from L to R: Rochelle Humes, Nick Grimshaw, Melvin Odoom. Copyright: Talkback

Sweat The Small Stuff

Series 2, Episode 8

On the panel this week are 2011 X Factor winners and pop superstars Little Mix, DJ and reality TV heart-throb Mark Wright, top stand-up comedian Seann Walsh and The Revolution Will Be Televised star Jolyon Rubinstein.

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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, Highlights Special - Best Bits

Jimmy Carr is joined by team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson for an episode of best bits from the last series. A host of well-known faces join the teams as they discuss the topical events that set the great British public's chins wagging.

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Bottom. Image shows from L to R: Richie Richard (Rik Mayall), Eddie Hitler (Adrian Edmondson). Copyright: BBC

Bottom

Richie Richard and Eddie Hitler are a pair of disgusting, anti-social and regularly violent losers who share a grubby flat in Hammersmith.

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Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Russell Howard, Dara O Briain, Hugh Dennis, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 8, Episode 1

Dara O'Briain and regulars Hugh Dennis, Russell Howard and Andy Parsons return for a new series with guests Milton Jones, Patrick Kielty and Mark Watson joining in the mocking.

BBC Three 1:30am (repeat)
Him & Her. Image shows from L to R: Becky (Sarah Solemani), Shelly (Camille Coduri), Paul (Ricky Champ), Laura (Kerry Howard), Steve (Russell Tovey), Dan (Joe Wilkinson). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Him & Her

Him & Her: The Wedding, Episode 3 - The Ceremony

It's the moment Laura's been waiting for - her wedding. We watch the ceremony in real time as Laura deals with a shocking revelation.

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Noel Fielding's Luxury Comedy. Noel Fielding. Copyright: Secret Peter

Noel Fielding's Luxury Comedy

Noel Fielding's Luxury Comedy, Episode 5 - Mash Potato Utopia

Noel is taunted by a Dolphin Bomber, New York Cop tells the tale of the singing fish finger and Secret Peter reveals where Alan Hansen has been hiding.

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Big Train. Image shows from L to R: Simon Pegg, Kevin Eldon, Julia Davis, Mark Heap, Amelia Bullmore. Copyright: Talkback Productions

Big Train

Sketch show featuring stars including Simon Pegg, Mark Heap, Kevin Eldon, Julia Davis and Catherine Tate.

BBC Three 2am (repeat)
Badults. Image shows from L to R: Tom (Tom Parry), Matthew (Matthew Crosby), Ben (Ben Clark). Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Badults

Series 1, Episode 3 - Film

Bank heists or radioactive fish dinosaurs, which theme should Tom choose for his first movie? Meanwhile, Carabine's launched an Apprentice-style marketing challenge and intern Matthew's sweating under the pressure of making a spatula sexy.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2am (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Girls Will Be Girls

Episode 1: The Bobo girls take to the stage with music and comedy.

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Chris Moyles Quiz Night. Chris Moyles. Copyright: Magnum Media

Chris Moyles Quiz Night

Series 5, Episode 7

The penultimate episode in the current series, in which Amir Khan, Gok Wan and Dappy join Chris to flaunt their general knowledge with the aim of claiming the top spot on the leader board to avoid singing out the show.

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Alan Carr: Chatty Man. Alan Carr. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Alan Carr: Chatty Man

Series 11, Episode 15 - Lady Gaga, John Bishop, Heston Blumenthal

This week's guests include Lady Gaga, who tells Alan all about her new album Artpop and gives an exclusive performance of Do What You Want. Also John Bishop, who talks about his Supersonic 2014 tour, and top chef Heston Blumenthal.

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The Smell Of Reeves And Mortimer. Image shows from L to R: Vic Reeves, Bob Mortimer. Copyright: Channel X

The Smell Of Reeves And Mortimer

Vic Reeves and Bob Mortimer offer up their unique brand of off-the-wall humour.

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Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Andy Parsons, Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Russell Howard, Frankie Boyle. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 5, Episode 10

Ed Byrne joins Hugh Dennis and Frankie Boyle whilst Gina Yashere joins Russell Howard and Andy Parsons.

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The Ricky Gervais Show. Image shows from L to R: Stephen Merchant, Karl Pilkington, Ricky Gervais. Copyright: Media Rights Capital / Wildbrain

The Ricky Gervais Show

Series 1, Episode 12

Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant and Karl Pilkington cover a range of pointless topics including a questionnaire, organ donation and slippers.

BBC Three 2:30am (repeat)
Badults. Image shows from L to R: Tom (Tom Parry), Matthew (Matthew Crosby), Ben (Ben Clark). Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Badults

Series 1, Episode 4 - Girls

There's a deluge of girls in the boys' lives this weeks, as lies they've told come to haunt them: Tom's faux engagement; Matthew's online girlfriend, Tess; and Ben's face.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2:30am (repeat)
The Change. Image shows left to right: Carol (Lynda Bellingham), George (Christopher Ellison)

The Change

Series 1, Episode 6 - When a Man Loves a Woman

Carol receives an unexpected visit from Ken. He knows George's secret and thinks that Carol could do with the attention of a "real" man. Unfortunately, whilst in the throes of passion with Ken, George is getting beaten up by thugs and the guilt leads Carol to the brink of despair. Can she even accept that her husband wants to wear floral two-pieces?

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Rex The Runt

Series 1, Episode 13 - Carbonara

Bad Bob uncovers an old mincer, but he does not realise its function until he minces Rex. After being nearly eaten by Vince, Rex gets thrown in the rubbish. Arthur Dustcart tells Bob that he could use the minced Rex to make money.

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The Rob Brydon Show. Rob Brydon. Copyright: Arbie

The Rob Brydon Show

Series 2, Christmas Special - The Rob Brydon Show Christmas Special

Noel Fielding, Sarah Harding, Rhys Darby and Angelos Epithemiou join Rob for some egg nog and festive cheer.

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Meet The Parents. Image shows from L to R: Mum (Jane Cunliffe), Brother (Scott Hazell), Alex Zane, Sister (Aisling Jarrett-Gavin), Dad (Richard Brimblecombe). Copyright: Objective Productions

Meet The Parents

Series 2, Episode 4

David is set up by his girlfriend, Mercedes. He must deal with characters including a lascivious granny who loves a younger man.

BBC Three 3am (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 3:30am (repeat)
The Revolution Will Be Televised. Image shows from L to R: Jolyon Rubinstein, David Cameron. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

The Revolution Will Be Televised

Series 2, Episode 4

James and Barnaby are intent on convincing the emergency services that privatisation is the way to go, and meet Eric Pickles to show him their plans to make some extra cash.

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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 4 - Muesli

Darryl is down after watching a fellow inmate being released. His friend tries to cheer him up. Tracey wants to have more in common with him so gets Dorien to lock her and Sharon in the box room for the weekend, only she ends up with a crisis and forgets about them.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
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Capital Gains

Series 1, Episode 1 - Risk Capital

Julius Hutch, amateur philosopher, chooses one word to describe the retirement he is looking forward to - "pottering". But one day he finds his life is changed for ever.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
Prunella Scales

Smelling Of Roses

Series 1, Episode 3 - Positive Thinking

Rosie's company goes New Age, promoting the Brighton leg of a lecture tour by a Californian positive-thinking guru.

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