British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Wednesday 9th April 2014

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6:10am (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 6:20am (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 4 - Big Brother

As the new Government continues with long-brewing plans for a 'National Integrated Data Base' of the public's information, Jim sets out to ensure that the privacy of the individual is protected - and Sir Humphrey poses firm opposition to legislative changes!

CITV 6:45am (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 32 - The Petition

The kids deliver yet another petition to Town Hall for the creation of a city farm. How will Councillor Cowdrey obstruct them this time?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:50am (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Image shows from L to R: Audrey fforbes-Hamilton (Penelope Keith), Richard DeVere (Peter Bowles), Mrs. Polouvicka (Daphne Heard). Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Series 3, Episode 5

Richard panics during an awkward business negotiation, and invites an attractive cosmetics producer to Grantleigh - to meet his wife!

CITV 7am (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 17 - Frankencake

A cake baking competition could save the world. No, it really could!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
An Actor's Life For Me. Robert Wilson (John Gordon Sinclair). Copyright: BBC

An Actor's Life For Me

Series 1, Episode 7 - Pantomime Cows

Robert lands a festive stage role, but ends up drinking too much before a show.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20am (repeat)
Sorry!. Timothy Lumsden (Ronnie Corbett). Copyright: BBC

Sorry!

Series 1, Episode 1 - For Love Or Mummy

Timothy sets his mother's back up when he arranges a date on his regular bath night. When she puts all of his trousers in the wash, he's forced to go dressed in a cat costume.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Susan Calman Is Convicted. Susan Calman. Copyright: BBC

Susan Calman Is Convicted

Series 2, Episode 1 - Children

Susan explains that she has never been interested in having children, and why they frighten her.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8am (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 1 - A Quiet Honeymoon

The newly married LeClercs are shot down, and swiftly arrested by the Colonel. With Von Klinkerhoffen hospitalised, Flockenstuffen's making his presence felt at the chateau.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
Hancock's Half Hour. Image shows from L to R: Sidney James (Sid James), Anthony Aloysius St John Hancock (Tony Hancock), Bill Kerr (Bill Kerr)

Hancock's Half Hour

Series 5, Episode 19 - The Threatening Letters

Anthony Aloysius St John Hancock is a loser whose plans and aspirations are continually ruined by bad luck, Sidney Balmoral James or, more often than not, by his own pomposity and ambition.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
Richard Beckinsale. Copyright: BBC

Albert And Me

Episode 1 - Pilot

Single dad Bryan Archer struggles to work as well as bringing up his baby son, Albert.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40am (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 7, Episode 2 - An Almighty Bang

When Von Flockenstuffen announces plans for a daring raid to capture Churchill, to be run from the chateau, the Colonel decides it is time to have Von Klinkerhoffen reinstated. Meanwhile, back at the Café, the LeClercs are stuck inside a wall...

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:50am (repeat)
Strange Hill High. Image shows from L to R: Becky Butters, Mitchell Tanner, Templeton. Copyright: BBC / Factory Transmedia

Strange Hill High

Series 1, Episode 3 - The Lost And Found Boy

Things have been disappearing around Strange Hill High. As the new kid, suspicion falls on Mitchell, especially in Headmaster Abercrombie's eyes.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
Country Matters

Country Matters

Episode 2: Dave learns how the fete unearths the unscrupulous side of village life.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9am (repeat)
Yonderland. Debbie Maddox (Martha Howe-Douglas). Copyright: Working Title Films

Yonderland

Series 1, Episode 2 - Wizard Bradley

Debbie sets off to find the missing scroll, but needs the help of a wayward wizard who has lost his Mojo...

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9:15am (repeat)
The Dog Ate My Homework. Iain Stirling. Copyright: BBC

The Dog Ate My Homework

Series 1, Episode 3

The super-student team captains are joined by Britain's Got Talent winner Ashleigh Butler, who also presents Who Let The Dogs Out? Also, School of Silence's Miss Adventure - Susan Calman, DNN's Mawaan Rizwan and comedian Dan Wright from 4 O'Clock Club.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20am (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 5, Episode 6 - We Don't Want To Lose You...

Gary's false wartime identity finally catches up with him.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
Whose Line Is It Anyway?. Clive Anderson. Copyright: BBC

Whose Line Is It Anyway?

Episode 6

Guest starring Jon Glover and Rory Bremner.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9:30am (repeat)
Yonderland. Mathew Baynton. Copyright: Working Title Films

Yonderland

Series 1, Episode 3 - Reformation

Debbie learns that, sometimes, honesty isn't the best policy when she and Elf bump into the Monks of Old John.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10am (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 6 - Secret Of The Seven Sorcerers

Victor's conjuring hobbyists group meets at his and Margaret's house, but they run into serious trouble when a trick goes horribly wrong. On the up side, he at least has a new job to look forward to - as a lollipop man.

London Live 10am (repeat)
Trigger Happy TV. Dom Joly

Trigger Happy TV

Series 2, Episode 1

Quick-fire prank show that made Dom Joly a star. The comic unleashes his twisted humour on an unsuspecting British public.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40am (repeat)
Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?. Image shows from L to R: Terry Collier (James Bolam), Bob Ferris (Rodney Bewes). Copyright: BBC

Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?

Series 1, Episode 7 - No Hiding Place

With England playing in Bulgaria that afternoon, Bob and Terry are determined that they won't hear the score before watching the highlights on TV.

CITV 10:55am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 5 - No Parking

Mr Bean takes his teddy to the cinema but has trouble finding a parking space.

CITV 11:10am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 6 - Bean's Bounty

A local archaeology dig inspires Mr Bean to go hunting for treasure.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20am (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 4 - Big Brother

As the new Government continues with long-brewing plans for a 'National Integrated Data Base' of the public's information, Jim sets out to ensure that the privacy of the individual is protected - and Sir Humphrey poses firm opposition to legislative changes!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:30am (repeat)
All At Sea. Image shows from L to R: Ben (Sam Hattersley), Charlie (Ryan Wilkinson), Alison (Olivia Cosgrove). Copyright: BBC

All At Sea

Series 1, Episode 3 - Artist

An artist comes to stay at the B&B, giving Charlie a creative idea on how to make some extra money.

Radio 4 11:30am
30 min
Gloomsbury. Image shows from L to R: Henry Mickleton (Jonathan Coy), Vera Sackcloth-Vest (Miriam Margolyes), DH Lollipop (John Sessions), Lionel Fox (Nigel Planer), Venus Traduces (Morwenna Banks), Ginny Fox (Alison Steadman). Copyright: Little Brother Productions

Gloomsbury

Series 2, Episode 2 - Desperate For A Thumbs-Up

Ginny Fox and DH Lollipop desperately seek literary acclamation for their latest manuscripts, little realising that their greatest critic is Mrs Gosling and her box of matches.

CITV 11:55am (repeat)
My Phone Genie. Image shows from L to R: Gene (Adam Wadsworth), Mobbsy (Fox Jackson-Keen), Jaz (Bessie Cursons), Naoko (Haruka Abe). Copyright: Talent TV

My Phone Genie

Episode 21 - Indoor Activities

When Jaz, Mobbsy and Naoko miss a school trip and get locked inside the school overnight, Gene creates his own survival course for them.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12pm (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 29, Episode 6 - Eva's Back In Town

When a worldly-wise old acquaintance of Alvin's makes an appearance, she proves to be just the woman to make Howard's life more complicated.

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

Hancock's Half Hour

Series 5, Episode 19 - The Threatening Letters

Anthony Aloysius St John Hancock is a loser whose plans and aspirations are continually ruined by bad luck, Sidney Balmoral James or, more often than not, by his own pomposity and ambition.

CITV 12:20pm (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.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
Richard Beckinsale. Copyright: BBC

Albert And Me

Episode 1 - Pilot

Single dad Bryan Archer struggles to work as well as bringing up his baby son, Albert.

CITV 12:35pm (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 41 - Luck What Luck?

When Dinga obtains a magic waistcoat, Councillor Cowdrey is determined to get his hands on it.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 25, Christmas Special - Variations On A Theme Of The Widow Winstanley

Truly tries to find an old classmate and deliver her to Clegg's doorstep.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20pm (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Image shows from L to R: Audrey fforbes-Hamilton (Penelope Keith), Richard DeVere (Peter Bowles), Mrs. Polouvicka (Daphne Heard). Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Series 3, Episode 5

Richard panics during an awkward business negotiation, and invites an attractive cosmetics producer to Grantleigh - to meet his wife!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2pm (repeat)
Sorry!. Timothy Lumsden (Ronnie Corbett). Copyright: BBC

Sorry!

Series 1, Episode 1 - For Love Or Mummy

Timothy sets his mother's back up when he arranges a date on his regular bath night. When she puts all of his trousers in the wash, he's forced to go dressed in a cat costume.

U&Drama channel logo 2pm (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.

Radio 4 2:15pm (repeat)
Cadillac

The Kneebone Cadillac

Wry Cornish comedy by Carl Grose about hard lives, weird vehicles and Country and Western music.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:40pm (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 7, Episode 1 - A Quiet Honeymoon

The newly married LeClercs are shot down, and swiftly arrested by the Colonel. With Von Klinkerhoffen hospitalised, Flockenstuffen's making his presence felt at the chateau.

U&Drama channel logo 2:40pm (repeat)
Brush Strokes. Image shows from L to R: Jacko (Karl Howman), Lionel Bainbridge (Gary Waldhorn), Sandra (Jackie Lye), Eric (Mike Walling). Copyright: BBC

Brush Strokes

Series 1, Episode 3

Taking the initiative, Jacko goes to meet the lovely-voiced sales girl at one of Bainbridge's suppliers - and finds the reason for her coolness in the form of a wheelchair. Meanwhile, drama with a 'Lesley' is narrowly averted.

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

Shaun The Sheep

Series 3, Episode 16 - Pickly Heat

It's a scorching hot day on the farm and the Flock need to cool off. When Bitzer discovers the Sheep Dip is out of action the Flock have to come up with another plan. Meanwhile, the Farmer has his own ideas for cooling off, which don't impress Bitzer at all.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20pm (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 2 - An Almighty Bang

When Von Flockenstuffen announces plans for a daring raid to capture Churchill, to be run from the chateau, the Colonel decides it is time to have Von Klinkerhoffen reinstated. Meanwhile, back at the Café, the LeClercs are stuck inside a wall...

U&Drama channel logo 3:20pm (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 23, Episode 2 - The Mystical Squeak Of Howard's Bicycle

Howard's bicycle starts acting strangely in Pearl's presence.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4pm (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 5, Episode 6 - We Don't Want To Lose You...

Gary's false wartime identity finally catches up with him.

U&Drama channel logo 4pm (repeat)
Monarch Of The Glen. Copyright: BBC

Monarch Of The Glen

Series 4, Episode 2

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

CITV 4pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 3 - Artful Bean

Mr Bean gets a real bug for painting. Then several bugs ... and flies and slugs and mice.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:15pm (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 3 - The Boyfriend

Henry has high hopes for his daughter Julie. So when she brings round boyfriend Robin, he's keen to see how he measures up.

CITV 4:15pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 4 - The Fly

Mr Bean declares war when he finds a fly in his room, and searches for ever more outlandish weapons.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:40pm (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 4, Episode 6 - Secret Of The Seven Sorcerers

Victor's conjuring hobbyists group meets at his and Margaret's house, but they run into serious trouble when a trick goes horribly wrong. On the up side, he at least has a new job to look forward to - as a lollipop man.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 4:45pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Oakes (Barrie Rutter), 'Bunny' Warren (Sam Kelly), Norman Stanley Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Rudge (Daniel Peacock). Copyright: WitzEnd Productions

Porridge

Feature film based on the TV sitcom of the same name, featuring Ronnie Barker and the regular cast in the classic prison comedy.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:50pm (repeat)
Faith In The Future. Image shows from L to R: Faith Grayshott (Lynda Bellingham), Hannah Grayshott (Julia Sawalha). Copyright: London Weekend Television

Faith In The Future

Series 1, Episode 6 - Food Of Love

Faith is aghast to find out she's been piling on the pounds but helpful Hannah is standing by with lots of ideas on how she can lose weight again.

London Live 5pm (repeat)
Trigger Happy TV. Dom Joly

Trigger Happy TV

Series 2, Episode 1

Quick-fire prank show that made Dom Joly a star. The comic unleashes his twisted humour on an unsuspecting British public.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5pm (repeat)
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 2 - The Beast Of Bogmoor

The annual fruit and vegetable competition is to be held at the castle, and Kaitlyn hopes to win. Gabe's resurrection of an old 'Beast of Bogmoor' legend could well upset events.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
Mind Your Own Business!

Mind Your Own Business!

Episode 5, Two Fingers of Suspicion: There's a leak at a secret defence project. Could Brightco be the source?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:20pm (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 29, Episode 6 - Eva's Back In Town

When a worldly-wise old acquaintance of Alvin's makes an appearance, she proves to be just the woman to make Howard's life more complicated.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:20pm (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 8 - The Honeymooners

An ex-girlfriend causes problems for Charlie when he takes Caroline to a footballers' reunion.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
An Actor's Life For Me. Robert Wilson (John Gordon Sinclair). Copyright: BBC

An Actor's Life For Me

Series 1, Episode 7 - Pantomime Cows

Robert lands a festive stage role, but ends up drinking too much before a show.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (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, Christmas Special - Variations On A Theme Of The Widow Winstanley

Truly tries to find an old classmate and deliver her to Clegg's doorstep.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Susan Calman Is Convicted. Susan Calman. Copyright: BBC

Susan Calman Is Convicted

Series 2, Episode 2 - Appearance

Susan looks at society's obsession with appearance and explains why it has taken her so many years to feel happy with the way she looks.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:40pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Miami Twice, Christmas Special - Oh To Be In England

Del and Rodney arrive in Miami and things start to go wrong immediately. Nothing too dramatic, though, until Del is mistaken for a local mafia godfather and his henchmen want him as a decoy!

U&Drama channel logo 7pm (repeat)
Brush Strokes. Image shows from L to R: Jacko (Karl Howman), Lionel Bainbridge (Gary Waldhorn), Sandra (Jackie Lye), Eric (Mike Walling). Copyright: BBC

Brush Strokes

Series 1, Episode 3

Taking the initiative, Jacko goes to meet the lovely-voiced sales girl at one of Bainbridge's suppliers - and finds the reason for her coolness in the form of a wheelchair. Meanwhile, drama with a 'Lesley' is narrowly averted.

U&Dave channel logo 7pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series I, Episode 9 - Illness

With Jo Brand, Ben Goldacre and Andy Hamilton.

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

Hancock's Half Hour

Series 5, Episode 19 - The Threatening Letters

Anthony Aloysius St John Hancock is a loser whose plans and aspirations are continually ruined by bad luck, Sidney Balmoral James or, more often than not, by his own pomposity and ambition.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
Richard Beckinsale. Copyright: BBC

Albert And Me

Episode 1 - Pilot

Single dad Bryan Archer struggles to work as well as bringing up his baby son, Albert.

U&Drama channel logo 7:40pm (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

Series 2, Episode 6 - The Cruise

Jean's personal life has become the focal point of conversation between Judith and Sandy. Lionel offers Jean a free cruise, but her response is not what he'd imagined. Alistair has another bright idea for shaping Lionel's image ahead of the book launch.

U&Dave channel logo 8pm (repeat)
Dara O Briain: School Of Hard Sums. Dara O Briain

Dara O Briain: School Of Hard Sums

Series 3, Episode 6

Throw away those tedious textbooks and join Dara for another light-hearted masterclass in maths. Guests Susan Calman and Andrew Maxwell will try to outdo our clever clogs host.

U&Drama channel logo 8:20pm (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 23, Episode 2 - The Mystical Squeak Of Howard's Bicycle

Howard's bicycle starts acting strangely in Pearl's presence.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (repeat)
dinnerladies. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Anne Reid), Stan (Duncan Preston), Brenda (Victoria Wood), Twinkle (Maxine Peake), Dolly (Thelma Barlow), Tony (Andrew Dunn), Anita (Shobna Gulati). Copyright: Good Fun / Pozzitive Productions

dinnerladies

Series 2, Episode 8 - Christine

After the events of New Year's Eve, Anita's left the canteen. Her replacement, Christine, has chronic flatulence and manages to upset, annoy, and/or anger everyone within a couple of hours. On top of that, the social services want Petula to live with Bren!

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm
50 min version (repeat)
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 14, Highlights Special - Best Bits

The first of a two-part best bits compilation sees Jimmy Carr and team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson dive into the world of polls, surveys and statistics with a bevvy of celebrity guests from the current series.

London Live 9pm (repeat)
Twenty Twelve. Image shows from L to R: Nick Jowett (Vincent Franklin), Siobhan Sharpe (Jessica Hynes), Ian Fletcher (Hugh Bonneville), Sally Owen (Olivia Colman), Kay Hope (Amelia Bullmore), Graham Hitchins (Karl Theobald). Copyright: BBC

Twenty Twelve

Series 1, Episode 2

A visiting group of dignitaries from Rio is in London for the week. All the team have to do is to meet the Brazilian delegation and take them by coach to the Olympic Stadium to meet Lord Sebastian Coe. What could possibly go wrong?

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
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 2

Alexander Armstrong hosts another dose of Have I Got News For You, with panellists Danny Baker and Louise Mensch MP.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 9pm (repeat)
Through The Keyhole. Leigh Francis. Copyright: Talkback

Through The Keyhole

Series 1, Episode 1

Joining Keith and Dave Berry this week are broadcasting legend Eamonn Holmes and pop singer and Hollywood actress Martine McCutcheon.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (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, Episode 5

Nana's round again, and Antony's planning a trip to London. Jim's none-too complimentary about his dreams, but Denise has had enough of their father's harsh comments.

London Live 9:30pm (repeat)
Smack The Pony. Image shows from L to R: Fiona Allen, Sally Phillips, Doon Mackichan

Smack The Pony

Stylish, original and uninhibited Emmy award-winning sketch show starring Fiona Allen, Doon Mackichan and Sally Phillips.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9:50pm
50 min version (repeat)
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 14, Episode 3

More facts, polls, figures and laughs. Host Jimmy Carr is once again joined by team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson as they discuss the topical events that set the great British public's chins wagging.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Uncle Albert (Buster Merryfield), Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Christmas Special - Mother Nature's Son

Rodney's talk of environmental pollution brings him a strange ally when Del becomes a friend of the Earth. Of course, he's got a scam going and it involves a joint venture with the Water Board - but they are a silent partner!

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

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 8, Episode 5 - D.I.V.O.R.C.E

Donna and Gaz have decided to get divorced, a decision that takes them down memory lane.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
W1A. Image shows from L to R: Simon Harwood (Jason Watkins), Siobhan Sharpe (Jessica Hynes), Tracey Pritchard (Monica Dolan), Ian Fletcher (Hugh Bonneville), Will Humphries (Hugh Skinner), Lucy Freeman (Nina Sosanya), Anna Rampton (Sarah Parish). Copyright: BBC

W1A

Series 1, Episode 4

A national paper publishes a story on how Ian took Sally Owen, his PA at the Olympic Deliverance Commission, on holiday to Italy.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish. Dave Gorman

Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish

Series 1, Episode 5 - I Like Eggs

Here Dave looks at the footprint we leave behind when surfing the web.

BBC Three 10pm (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 10pm (repeat)
Susan Calman Is Convicted. Susan Calman. Copyright: BBC

Susan Calman Is Convicted

Series 2, Episode 1 - Children

Susan explains that she has never been interested in having children, and why they frighten her.

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)
Radio 9. Copyright: BBC

Radio 9

Episode 1: Dark comedy from the radio station that offers alternative lifestyles and unusual help.

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

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 8, Episode 6 - Val Doonican

Now that Gaz and Donna are divorced, Gaz decides it is time to propose to Janet.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:40pm (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell), Dobby (Isy Suttie), Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 8, Episode 3 - The Love Bunker

Simon, Dobby's ex-boyfriend, invites Mark, Dobby, Jeremy and Superhans to join him and his friends for a paintballing weekend. Mark is convinced that Simon is using the weekend as a cover to get back with Dobby, and Jeremy is convinced he can life coach Neil, Simon's best friend.

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 6

Mock The Week returns for another run of light satire. The guests are Alun Cochrane, Stewart Francis and Andi Osho.

Radio 4 11pm
15 min
It Is Rocket Science!. Helen Keen. Copyright: BBC

It Is Rocket Science!

Series 3, Episode 2 - Flying Saucers!

Helen Keen looks at the history and proposed explanations of strange things in the skies (while revealing her own modest hopes that alien invaders will recognise her innate superiority - this based largely on her A-level results - and crown her Queen of All The World).

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 4, Episode 1 - Knowledge & Ignorance

Satan and the Professor discuss whether knowledge is better than ignorance, while Satan also has to deal with a feng shui expert.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:10pm (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell), Dobby (Isy Suttie), Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 8, Episode 4 - Big Mad Andy

Mark employs a decorator, Andy, to repaint the kitchen, and Jeremy helps out by giving him free 'life-coaching' advice. Meanwhile, Mark enrols on a business studies evening course and meets Stephanie, an attractive older woman.

Radio 4 11:15pm
15 min
Bunk Bed

Bunk Bed

Series 1, Episode 2

Patrick Marber and Peter Curran find refuge from the hurly burly of life in a bunk bed late at night, where they talk through the darkness.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:25pm (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 2 - The Big Break

Tom believes he's finally got a chance at the big time when his agent calls with news of an audition for Crimewatch UK. Can he identify his violent inner Cockney in time? Meanwhile, Linda's chasing the mystery author of a love note...

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:25pm (repeat)
The Michael McIntyre Chat Show. Michael McIntyre. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

The Michael McIntyre Chat Show

Episode 5 - Holly Willoughby, Dynamo, Ray Winstone

Holly Willoughby talks about her latest children's book, Dynamo brings some magic to the studio and Ray Winstone talks about his role in Noah.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
The Shuttleworths. John Shuttleworth (Graham Fellows). Copyright: BBC

The Shuttleworths

Series 3, Episode 3 - Radio Shuttleworth

John starts a new station for Sheffield, but can he count on Mary and Ken?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Hut 33. Image shows from L to R: Charles (Robert Bathurst), Joshua Fanshawe-Marshall (Alex Macqueen), Archie (Tom Goodman-Hill). Copyright: BBC

Hut 33

Series 3, Episode 2 - Big Machine

Gordon invents a new form of computing device to help break codes.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:40pm (repeat)
Spaced. Image shows from L to R: Marsha Klein (Julia Deakin), Mike Watt (Nick Frost), Daisy Steiner (Jessica Hynes), Brian Topp (Mark Heap), Tim Bisley (Simon Pegg), Twist Morgan (Katy Carmichael)

Spaced

Series 1, Episode 1 - Beginnings

Daisy stumbles upon Tim (thinking he's a drug dealer) when they are both flat hunting. After finding a great place that specifies "professional couples only", they decide to pretend to be a couple. They move into Marsha's house and meet Brian.

U&Dave channel logo 11:40pm (repeat)
Frank Skinner's Opinionated. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Avalon Television

Frank Skinner's Opinionated

Series 3, Episode 5 - Norwich

This week, Frank Skinner is joined in Norwich by Russell Howard and Jamelia.

BBC One Scotland. Copyright: BBC 11:55pm (repeat)
The Michael McIntyre Chat Show. Michael McIntyre. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

The Michael McIntyre Chat Show

Episode 5 - Holly Willoughby, Dynamo, Ray Winstone

Holly Willoughby talks about her latest children's book, Dynamo brings some magic to the studio and Ray Winstone talks about his role in Noah.

BBC One Wales. Copyright: BBC 11:55pm (repeat)
The Michael McIntyre Chat Show. Michael McIntyre. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

The Michael McIntyre Chat Show

Episode 5 - Holly Willoughby, Dynamo, Ray Winstone

Holly Willoughby talks about her latest children's book, Dynamo brings some magic to the studio and Ray Winstone talks about his role in Noah.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:05am (repeat)
The Young Ones. Image shows from L to R: Vyvyan (Adrian Edmondson), Neil (Nigel Planer), Mike (Christopher Ryan), Rick (Rik Mayall). Copyright: BBC

The Young Ones

Series 2, Episode 1 - Bambi

Realising that they've not washed their clothes since 1981, the housemates head to the laundrette. However, Neil's forgotten to tell them that they're expected on University Challenge.

U&Drama channel logo 12:05am (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.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:10am (repeat)
Spaced. Image shows from L to R: Marsha Klein (Julia Deakin), Mike Watt (Nick Frost), Daisy Steiner (Jessica Hynes), Brian Topp (Mark Heap), Tim Bisley (Simon Pegg), Twist Morgan (Katy Carmichael)

Spaced

Series 1, Episode 2 - Gatherings

Daisy decides that they should have a housewarming (anything to avoid tidying up or work). However, despite her aspirations of a party full of writers, artists and other media types, she is only able to find the paperboy. Tim, Mike, Daisy, Twist and Brian all feel old when they compare themselves to Amber. Brian discovers a big secret about the couple.

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

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 8, Episode 5 - D.I.V.O.R.C.E

Donna and Gaz have decided to get divorced, a decision that takes them down memory lane.

U&Dave channel logo 12:20am
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 2

Alexander Armstrong hosts another dose of Have I Got News For You, with panellists Danny Baker and Louise Mensch MP.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:40am
50 min version (repeat)
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 14, Episode 8

More facts, polls, figures and laughs. Host Jimmy Carr is once again joined by team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson as they discuss the topical events that set the great British public's chins wagging.

U&Drama channel logo 12:45am (repeat)
Monarch Of The Glen. Copyright: BBC

Monarch Of The Glen

Series 4, Episode 2

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

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:50am (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Patsy (Joanna Lumley), Edina (Jennifer Saunders). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 4, Episode 5 - Small Opening

Saffron's first play is due to open for a limited run. When Eddy discovers it's autobiographical, she is afraid it will paint her in a bad light and resolves to have the production shut down.

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

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 8, Episode 6 - Val Doonican

Now that Gaz and Donna are divorced, Gaz decides it is time to propose to Janet.

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

Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish

Series 1, Episode 5 - I Like Eggs

Here Dave looks at the footprint we leave behind when surfing the web.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:25am (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 2 - The Big Break

Tom believes he's finally got a chance at the big time when his agent calls with news of an audition for Crimewatch UK. Can he identify his violent inner Cockney in time? Meanwhile, Linda's chasing the mystery author of a love note...

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 1:30am (repeat)
Fake Reaction. Matt Edmondson. Copyright: STV Productions

Fake Reaction

Series 2, Episode 1

The guests are Helen Flanagan, Marlon Davis, former Westlife member Brian McFadden and his wife, model and DJ Vogue Williams.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 1:35am (repeat)
The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Simon Cooper (Joe Thomas), Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird), Neil Sutherland (Blake Harrison), Jay Cartwright (James Buckley). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Series 3, Episode 6 - The Camping Trip

Will decides to organise one last trip for the gang before they go their separate ways. The four heroes pack the Fiat for a camping trip in the countryside. Will draws on all his scout training - the same however, cannot be said for Jay, Neil and Simon who aren't prepared for the great outdoors at all.

BBC Four 1:50am (repeat)
Alexander Armstrong's Real Ripping Yarns. Image shows from L to R: Michael Palin, Alexander Armstrong. Copyright: BBC

Alexander Armstrong's Real Ripping Yarns

Alexander Armstrong explores the literature that inspired Michael Palin and Terry Jones's classic comedy anthology series, Ripping Yarns.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:55am (repeat)
The Young Ones. Image shows from L to R: Vyvyan (Adrian Edmondson), Neil (Nigel Planer), Mike (Christopher Ryan), Rick (Rik Mayall). Copyright: BBC

The Young Ones

Series 2, Episode 1 - Bambi

Realising that they've not washed their clothes since 1981, the housemates head to the laundrette. However, Neil's forgotten to tell them that they're expected on University Challenge.

U&Drama channel logo 2am (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 5 - Keep Off The Grass

The sisters face a moral dilemma. They have seen someone they know involved in a crime, but can they grass him up? Tracey says yes, Sharon says no, but they both change their minds after speaking to Darryl and Chris. Dorien thinks there is only one option.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2am (repeat)
Country Matters

Country Matters

Episode 2: Dave learns how the fete unearths the unscrupulous side of village life.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 2am (repeat)
A League Of Their Own 6. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 6, Out-takes - Unseen Vol 1

A look back at some of the best out-takes from Series 6.

BBC Three 2:05am (repeat)
Sweat The Small Stuff. Image shows from L to R: Melvin Odoom, Nick Grimshaw, Rochelle Humes. Copyright: Talkback

Sweat The Small Stuff

Series 3, Episode 1

Joining Grimmy are team captains Rochelle Humes from the Saturdays and Melvin Odoom. The panel is completed by the star of The Call Centre, Nev Wilshire, and top stand-up comedians Katherine Ryan and Ed Gamble.

U&Dave channel logo 2:15am (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 6

Mock The Week returns for another run of light satire. The guests are Alun Cochrane, Stewart Francis and Andi Osho.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:30am (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Patsy (Joanna Lumley), Edina (Jennifer Saunders). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 4, Episode 5 - Small Opening

Saffron's first play is due to open for a limited run. When Eddy discovers it's autobiographical, she is afraid it will paint her in a bad light and resolves to have the production shut down.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2:30am (repeat)
Whose Line Is It Anyway?. Clive Anderson. Copyright: BBC

Whose Line Is It Anyway?

Episode 6

Guest starring Jon Glover and Rory Bremner.

U&Dave channel logo 2:45am (repeat)
Frank Skinner's Opinionated. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Avalon Television

Frank Skinner's Opinionated

Series 3, Episode 5 - Norwich

This week, Frank Skinner is joined in Norwich by Russell Howard and Jamelia.

Comedy Central Extra 3:35am (repeat)
Grouchy Young Men. Image shows from L to R: Jon Richardson, Donny Tourette, Jim Jefferies, Jack P. Shepherd, Seann Walsh. Copyright: Liberty Bell

Grouchy Young Men

Young male celebrities, including many comics, bitch and complain about life in modern Britain.

BBC Three 3:35am (repeat)
Comedy Feeds - Going Native. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Going Native

A mock documentary pilot created by and starring Mona Yousefi as three different foreign women.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
Mind Your Own Business!

Mind Your Own Business!

Episode 5, Two Fingers of Suspicion: There's a leak at a secret defence project. Could Brightco be the source?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
An Actor's Life For Me. Robert Wilson (John Gordon Sinclair). Copyright: BBC

An Actor's Life For Me

Series 1, Episode 7 - Pantomime Cows

Robert lands a festive stage role, but ends up drinking too much before a show.

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