Schedule Friday 2nd May 2014
Ever Decreasing Circles
Series 4, Episode 5A dispute with a farmer over the right to use a public footpath backfires on Martin as he campaigns to liberate footpaths for the use of all the public. He finds that the same footpath runs through his back garden as well...
Only When I Laugh
Series 2, Episode 3 - It Can Damage Your HealthDespite being warned on a frequent basis, the patients are undeterred by the risks of smoking.
Yes Minister
Series 3, Episode 7 - The Middle-Class Rip-OffA constituency matter concerning an expensive and unused art gallery and a near-bankrupt football club threatens to gouge a deep divide between Hacker and Sir Humphrey. Should art and culture for the middle classes be subsidised?
Sorry!
Timothy Lumsden, although bright, sharp and witty, is poor (at best) with the fairer sex - he's also stuck living with his cruel, domineering mother.
Smelling Of Roses
Series 3, Episode 2 - Promises, PromisesTasked with organising an auction of promises for a posh school, Rosie finds that it's not the parents who are upper-crust so much as the pupils...
Tim FitzHigham: The Gambler
Series 1, Episode 4Tim FitzHigham recreates an 18th Century bet, attempting to travel 25mph on water using only the means available to a gentleman in 1765. History books record of the original attempt, "Something snapped, there was a fatality and the wager was abandoned."
'Allo 'Allo!
Series 8, Episode 1 - Arousing SuspicionsWhen Michelle devises plans for a radio station, getting the necessary equipment is only the beginning of the problem - particularly when key components end up in the chateau.
Steptoe And Son
Episode 5.4, A Winter's Tale: Harold wants a holiday but without his father Albert.
As Time Goes By
Series 1, Episode 5 - RelationshipsAfter the events of Norwich it becomes clear that Alistair is in love with Jean instead of Judith. He also asks for more rewrites, so Lionel checks back into the hotel and seeks Sandy's services once more. As he struggles, Jean arrives and offers to lend a hand.
The Small, Intricate Life Of Gerald C. Potter
Episode 1, The Birthday Present: The convoluted chronicle of an optimistic crime writer.
Goodnight Sweetheart
Series 6, Episode 2 - All About YvonneWhen Yvonne throws Gary out of the marital home, his edgy behaviour makes Phoebe suspicious that he is seeing another woman.
All About The McKenzies
Episode 5A frustrated Samuell complains about the acting industry whilst on duty at work, not knowing that a Hollywood A-Lister is about to walk through the door with her entourage. Excited as he is, he sees a networking opportunity, however getting access to her is not easy.
Millport
Series 3, Episode 6 - The End Of The BeginningThe island make-over has turned horribly sour and with Irene gone, the only person to save the island from being bulldozed is Bunty Pierce. But with her ailing health and hermit ways, will she leave her vegetables to rescue the island's integrity? And will Irene change her mind about mainland life and return to the island for good?
Act Your Age
Series 1, Episode 4With Holly Walsh in the Up-And-Comers, Justin Moorhouse in the Current Crop and Barry Cryer in the Old Guard.
One Foot In The Grave
Series 5, Episode 5 - The Exterminating AngelMargaret tries to organise an unlikely love affair after Victor takes to the road, and a disaster of truly biblical proportions descends when the Meldrews are invited to Ronnie and Mildred's for the evening. In addition, a visit to the dentist goes horribly wrong.
Sooty
Series 2, Episode 15 - The Rainy DayWith heavy rain closing the park and leaks in the caravan roof, Richard's spirits are certainly dampened. Can expert plumbers Sooty and Sweep solve the problem or is everybody in for a super soaking?
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 30, Episode 7 - Will Randolph Make A Good Impression?Hobbo turns up at the river wall with Randolph, who he hopes will bring romance into Stella's life.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 11 - Birthday BearMr Bean is shocked when Teddy receives a birthday card from Bean's girlfriend.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 30, Episode 8 - In Which Romance Springs A LeakToby is beginning to realise that the benefits of going back to his ex-wife far outweigh the advantages of living alone in a sparsely furnished house with no-one to cook or clean for him.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 12 - The MoleMr Bean's landlady is hopping mad when she finds mole hills on her lovely croquet lawn.
All About The McKenzies
Episode 5A frustrated Samuell complains about the acting industry whilst on duty at work, not knowing that a Hollywood A-Lister is about to walk through the door with her entourage. Excited as he is, he sees a networking opportunity, however getting access to her is not easy.
Hobby Bobbies
Series 1, Episode 4 - Dangerous DogsOur heroes are dispatched to investigate a nuisance caller and her dangerous dog - but stumble into the local drugs racket.
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.
Steptoe And Son
Episode 5.4, A Winter's Tale: Harold wants a holiday but without his father Albert.
Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?
Series 1, Episode 13 - The End Of An EraIt's the day of the wedding and Bob decides to show his appreciation and present Terry with a prized possession - his photo album. As the day progresses, the nervous bridegroom swaps wedding vows and awaits, with trepidation, the best man's speech.
The Small, Intricate Life Of Gerald C. Potter
Episode 1, The Birthday Present: The convoluted chronicle of an optimistic crime writer.
Ever Decreasing Circles
Series 4, Episode 5A dispute with a farmer over the right to use a public footpath backfires on Martin as he campaigns to liberate footpaths for the use of all the public. He finds that the same footpath runs through his back garden as well...
Roy
Series 1, Episode 5 - A Matter Of PrincipalIt is hard to stay out of trouble when you are a cartoon and this week proves no exception for Roy, as he instigates more animated antics after a run-in with the headmaster over a confiscated computer game.
Yes Minister
Series 3, Episode 7 - The Middle-Class Rip-OffA constituency matter concerning an expensive and unused art gallery and a near-bankrupt football club threatens to gouge a deep divide between Hacker and Sir Humphrey. Should art and culture for the middle classes be subsidised?
Birds Of A Feather
Series 3, Episode 4 - Just FamilySharon and Tracey fear for their future when Darryl's parents visit.
Sorry!
Timothy Lumsden, although bright, sharp and witty, is poor (at best) with the fairer sex - he's also stuck living with his cruel, domineering mother.
Brush Strokes
Series 2, Episode 5When Jacko discovers all his contemporaries are settling down, he's still not convinced he wants to - then Lionel offers him a management course. Family, friends and colleagues believe this is the start of the new regime for him - but Jacko is not ready to go quietly.
'Allo 'Allo!
Series 8, Episode 1 - Arousing SuspicionsWhen Michelle devises plans for a radio station, getting the necessary equipment is only the beginning of the problem - particularly when key components end up in the chateau.
Sooty
Series 2, Episode 16 - The Haunted HouseSooty bets Richard and Sweep that they can't spend the night in a haunted house. But in a bedroom full of creaking armour, hairy spiders and spooky paintings, will they be brave enough to stay?
As Time Goes By
Series 1, Episode 5 - RelationshipsAfter the events of Norwich it becomes clear that Alistair is in love with Jean instead of Judith. He also asks for more rewrites, so Lionel checks back into the hotel and seeks Sandy's services once more. As he struggles, Jean arrives and offers to lend a hand.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 24, Episode 7 - The Frenchies Are ComingAs Barry seeks an alternative to golf, Billy creates a ready-made archery training course.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 13 - RoadworksMr Bean's tranquillity is shattered by deafening roadworks outside his bedroom window. Threats, sabotage and subterfuge all fail to quell the cacophony until Bean has the ingenious idea of feeding the workmen into peaceful submission. But the silence ends with a bang!
Monarch Of The Glen
Series 5, Episode 7Comedy drama set in the Scottish Highlands, based on the comic novels of Compton Mackenzie.
Only When I Laugh
Series 2, Episode 4 - The Cosmic InfluenceMuch to the despair of the others, Figgis becomes preoccupied with signs & portents.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 14 - The SofaThe sofa's springs explode under Mr Bean. Can he afford to buy a new sofa? Or will relaxing in front of the telly be a thing of the past?
Goodnight Sweetheart
Series 6, Episode 2 - All About YvonneWhen Yvonne throws Gary out of the marital home, his edgy behaviour makes Phoebe suspicious that he is seeing another woman.
Faith In The Future
Series 3, Episode 6 - Prodigal MotherFaith at last meets her long-lost daughter Zoe and the two form an instant bond. Hannah observes and, despite her training as a counsellor, feels shunned and jealous. Off she goes to seek comfort from a surprised Jools.
One Foot In The Grave
Series 5, Episode 5 - The Exterminating AngelMargaret tries to organise an unlikely love affair after Victor takes to the road, and a disaster of truly biblical proportions descends when the Meldrews are invited to Ronnie and Mildred's for the evening. In addition, a visit to the dentist goes horribly wrong.
Timmy Time
Spin-off from Shaun The Sheep for the CBeebies channel, featuring Timmy the baby lamb and his friends.
Second Holmes
Episode 3, The Case of the Reading Undertaker: The grandsons of Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson investigate the death of a man by crossbow.
The Upper Hand
Series 4, Episode 10 - You Shall Go To The BallCaroline is invited to a high-society ball, but when she is called away on business, Laura takes her place and gate-crashes the event. Her deception backfires when she is asked a number of awkward questions.
Gigglebiz
Series 3, Episode 4Professor Muddles builds a tickle machine, Captain Adorable hurtles through space with his intrepid crew, trying and failing to dodge asteroids and Storybook Stan unsuccessfully attempts to read a story about a Russian doll.
All About The McKenzies
Episode 5A frustrated Samuell complains about the acting industry whilst on duty at work, not knowing that a Hollywood A-Lister is about to walk through the door with her entourage. Excited as he is, he sees a networking opportunity, however getting access to her is not easy.
Smelling Of Roses
Series 3, Episode 2 - Promises, PromisesTasked with organising an auction of promises for a posh school, Rosie finds that it's not the parents who are upper-crust so much as the pupils...
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 30, Episode 7 - Will Randolph Make A Good Impression?Hobbo turns up at the river wall with Randolph, who he hopes will bring romance into Stella's life.
Horrible Histories
Hit sketch show based on surprising facts from world history, inspired by the hit children's book series.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 30, Episode 8 - In Which Romance Springs A LeakToby is beginning to realise that the benefits of going back to his ex-wife far outweigh the advantages of living alone in a sparsely furnished house with no-one to cook or clean for him.
The Now Show
Series 43, Episode 3Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis are joined by Marcus Brigstocke, John Finnemore, Laura Shavin and Grace Petrie for a comic round up of the week's news.
Only Fools And Horses
A selection of episodes from the first series of Britain's favourite sitcom.
Brush Strokes
Series 2, Episode 5When Jacko discovers all his contemporaries are settling down, he's still not convinced he wants to - then Lionel offers him a management course. Family, friends and colleagues believe this is the start of the new regime for him - but Jacko is not ready to go quietly.
Steptoe And Son
Episode 5.4, A Winter's Tale: Harold wants a holiday but without his father Albert.
Angus, Thongs And Perfect Snogging
Coming-of-age comedy starring Georgia Groome as a teenager who is just coming up to 15 and eager to meet boys.
The Small, Intricate Life Of Gerald C. Potter
Episode 1, The Birthday Present: The convoluted chronicle of an optimistic crime writer.
Smack The Pony
Stylish, original and uninhibited Emmy award-winning sketch show starring Fiona Allen, Doon Mackichan and Sally Phillips.
Live At The Apollo
Series 3, Episode 1 - Jack Dee, Jason Manford and Russell HowardJack Dee presents his final episode. The guests are Jason Manford and Russell Howard.
Peep Show
Series 1, Episode 6 - FuneralJeremy's uncle Ray, is dying in a hospice. Jeremy decides to deal with his uncle's death by taking advantage of Toni. Or at least he tries too. Meanwhile Mark finally gets Sophie on a date... at the funeral.
Benidorm
Summer SpecialOur favourite holidaymakers are back for a one-hour Summer special. Will Mel survive? Will Mick be left stranded in a Benidorm jail? Will Janice run off with Jack? Will The Oracle ever reach dry land? And just how will Madge cope?
Open All Hours
A selection of epiosdes from the second series of the cornershop sitcom.
The Royle Family
A selection of episodes from the first series of the sitcom by and starring Caroline Aherne and Craig Cash.
Have I Got News For You
Series 47, Episode 5Paul Merton and Ian Hislop and guest host Jack Dee are joined by guest panellists Bridget Christie and Charlie Brooker.
Doubt On Loan
Sitcom pilot about a group of Londoners who are locked in a battle to save their library from closure.
Outnumbered
Series 3, Episode 5The last time Mum's sister Auntie Angela came to visit, it all ended in disaster. Now she is back to show off the American therapist she has married.
A League Of Their Own
Series 1, Episode 2Something's occurring this week as Gavin & Stacey star Ruth Jones joins her mate James Corden for sports-related banter. Alastair Campbell also guests on the comedy panel show.
Misfits
Series 1, Episode 5Determined to prove that the gang were involved in Tony's disappearance, Sally focuses her investigation on Simon.
Desmond's
Series 6, Episode 2 - Hatchet JobDesmond gets a shock when he reads a page or two from Porkpie's diary.
The Trip
The Trip To Italy, Episode 5 - Villa Cimbrone, RavelloThis week Steve and Rob visit Pompeii and then have lunch at Relais Blu on the Sorrento coast, overlooking the isle of Capri.
Russell Howard Live: Dingledodies
A TV broadcast of Russell Howard's 2008 stand-up tour.
Russell Howard's Good News
Topical stand-up comedy and chat show hosted by Russell Howard.
Tim FitzHigham: The Gambler
Series 1, Episode 4Tim FitzHigham recreates an 18th Century bet, attempting to travel 25mph on water using only the means available to a gentleman in 1765. History books record of the original attempt, "Something snapped, there was a fatality and the wager was abandoned."
Alan Carr: Chatty Man
Series 12, Episode 6 - Frank Skinner, Heston Blumenthal, Cardinal Burns, Paloma FaithJoining Alan this time are singer-songwriter Paloma Faith, who talks about her latest album and performs her new single Only Love Can Hurt Like This; Heston Blumenthal discusses his upcoming series Heston's Great British Food; Frank Skinner talks about his tour; and Cardinal Burns introduce their show.
The Graham Norton Show
Series 15, Episode 5 - Hugh Jackman, Michael Fassbender, James McAvoy, MollyHugh Jackman reveals he had a close shave with Wolverines blades; Michael Fassbender says he owes his career to director Steve McQueen; and James McAvoy tells how he got out of shape for Filth. Eurovision hopeful Molly performs live in the studio.
My Teenage Diary
Series 2, Episode 1 - Sheila HancockRufus Hound invites Sheila Hancock to read extracts from her teenage diaries.
Alex Zane's Funny Rotten Scoundrels
Episode 5Alex Zane is joined tonight by Angelos Epithemiou (aka Dan Skinner), Joel Dommett and Russ Powell.
Early Doors
Series 1, Episode 1Temporary traffic lights and the build up of cigarette butts in the urinals cause problems in The Grapes.
That Mitchell & Webb Sound
Series 4, Episode 5Sketches include how to leave your body to evil, a date with a slightly disappointing superhero, the perils of compulsory workplace drinking, and the god of Easter Island puts a brave face on an unwanted gift.
Bad Education
Series 2, Episode 4 - Valentine's DayIt is Valentine's Day and headmaster Mr Fraser plans to help the shy kids find love.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 16, Episode 2Sean 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.
Have I Got News For You
Series 38, Episode 4With guest host Kirsty Young and panellists Ross Noble and Kevin Maguire.
Early Doors
Series 1, Episode 2Women throw themselves at Ken in The Grapes. Liam's cooking Melanie a meal for her birthday, although Joe and Duffy suspect she's got a bigger treat in store.
Julian Fox: On A Lonely Planet
Episode 1, Herne Hill: Herne Hill resident Julian Fox decides to make a travel programme, without leaving his flat in South London.
Peep Show
Series 6, Episode 3 - Jeremy In LoveJeremy realises that he's in love with Elena and decides to be generally less selfish to win her affection. He also thinks it might be a good idea to tell her he loves her, but Mark isn't so sure...
The T-Boy Show
Series 1, Episode 5 - The Friend From Back HomeT-Boy's friend turns up from Nigeria. How can he keep up the lie that he is living in a penthouse?
Alan Carr: Chatty Man
Series 12, Episode 6 - Frank Skinner, Heston Blumenthal, Cardinal Burns, Paloma FaithJoining Alan this time are singer-songwriter Paloma Faith, who talks about her latest album and performs her new single Only Love Can Hurt Like This; Heston Blumenthal discusses his upcoming series Heston's Great British Food; Frank Skinner talks about his tour; and Cardinal Burns introduce their show.
The Midnight Beast
Series 2, Episode 4 - Going SoloA gig at the Bingo Hall leads to a huge row within the band, at the end of which Ash declares he want to go solo.
Andy Parsons - Britain's Got Idiots
A TV broadcast of Andy Parsons' 2009 stand-up comedy tour.
Peep Show
Series 6, Episode 4 - The AffairMark discovers that Jeremy's girlfriend Elena, has a guilty secret.
The Royle Family
A selection of episodes from the first series of the sitcom by and starring Caroline Aherne and Craig Cash.
Withnail & I
Film following the drink-and drug-fuelled misadventures of two struggling actors in a squalid London flat and an isolated Lake District cottage.
Fierce Creatures
John Cleese leads the staff (and animals) of an English zoo under threat from a heartless global corporation.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 13, Episode 5Jimmy Carr once again oversees the disputes and deliberations on the topical events that set the nation's chins wagging as Jon Richardson and Sean Lock are joined by guests Nick Helm, Kate Humble, David O'Doherty and Claudia Winkleman.
The Work Experience
Episode 2In this second episode, interns JJ and Zoyia join Grade PR to help market a brand of fake fur discovered by dodgy-dealing Colby.
Doubt On Loan
Sitcom pilot about a group of Londoners who are locked in a battle to save their library from closure.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 3, Episode 4 - Just FamilySharon and Tracey fear for their future when Darryl's parents visit.
Sweat The Small Stuff
Series 3, Episode 4The panel is completed by model and socialite Daisy Lowe, DJ Scott Mills, Game of Thrones star Gemma Whelan and top comedian Seann Walsh.
The Ricky Gervais Show
Series 2, Episode 8Ricky reads some predictions for the future and Karl shares his theories on them.
Brothers With No Game
Series 1, Episode 5 - The House Party (Part 1)The boys go to a house party, where everyone they know - good and bad - appears to be in attendance. Can they keep their cool or will it turn into a disaster?
Russell Howard's Good News
Topical stand-up comedy and chat show hosted by Russell Howard.
Early Doors
Series 1, Episode 1Temporary traffic lights and the build up of cigarette butts in the urinals cause problems in The Grapes.
Millport
Series 3, Episode 6 - The End Of The BeginningThe island make-over has turned horribly sour and with Irene gone, the only person to save the island from being bulldozed is Bunty Pierce. But with her ailing health and hermit ways, will she leave her vegetables to rescue the island's integrity? And will Irene change her mind about mainland life and return to the island for good?
Russell Howard Live: Dingledodies
A TV broadcast of Russell Howard's 2008 stand-up tour.
Impractical Jokers
Series 2, Episode 6It's a ruthless fight to finish where there are no winners, just a loser. The jokers try to get strangers to remember meeting them at a bizarre nonsensical event; suffer humiliation as they are forced to deliver absurd tarot card readings to eager customers; and get fed embarrassing lines that they must force into conversations with random people.
Early Doors
Series 1, Episode 2Women throw themselves at Ken in The Grapes. Liam's cooking Melanie a meal for her birthday, although Joe and Duffy suspect she's got a bigger treat in store.
Act Your Age
Series 1, Episode 4With Holly Walsh in the Up-And-Comers, Justin Moorhouse in the Current Crop and Barry Cryer in the Old Guard.
Kerry
Comedy sketch show pilot starring Kerry Howard.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 16, Episode 2Sean 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.
Seann Walsh World
Episode 10Comedian Seann Walsh delves into the depths of the internet. Tonight he deals with bizarre audition tapes, the dreaded snooze button, and the third Chuckle Brother!
Derek
Series 2, Episode 2There's job opportunities at Broad Hill so Kev decides to clean up his act. Vicky's taste in men worries Hannah, while a visit from city boy Pete stirs things up for Derek.
Have I Got News For You
Series 38, Episode 4With guest host Kirsty Young and panellists Ross Noble and Kevin Maguire.
Dirty Sexy Funny: Olivia Lee
Series 1, Episode 4Lady Gatecrasher talks some bull at a cattle auction, and Terrible Therapist turns out to be a bit of a sucker.
Second Holmes
Episode 3, The Case of the Reading Undertaker: The grandsons of Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson investigate the death of a man by crossbow.
Smelling Of Roses
Series 3, Episode 2 - Promises, PromisesTasked with organising an auction of promises for a posh school, Rosie finds that it's not the parents who are upper-crust so much as the pupils...