British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Thursday 10th July 2014

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6am (repeat)
The Fall And Rise Of Reginald Perrin. Image shows from L to R: Reginald Perrin (Leonard Rossiter), Doc Morrissey (John Horsley). Copyright: BBC

The Fall And Rise Of Reginald Perrin

A midlife crisis sitcom about a bored executive who fakes his own suicide and seeks to reinvent himself in a desperate search for purpose and contentment.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (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

When Chrissy and Jo search for a third tenant to help pay the rent, they intend on finding another female. But then they meet young Robin Tripp.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:30am (repeat)
Waiting For God. Image shows from L to R: Diana Trent (Stephanie Cole), Tom Ballard (Graham Crowden). Copyright: BBC

Waiting For God

Series 4, Episode 2

Diana and Tom have moved in together. On paper it seems like a mutually beneficial arrangement, but in practice is far from ideal. Someone'll have to give in - eventually! Meanwhile, there's a very quiet new resident at Bayview who's got Diana worried.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7am (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.

U&Dave channel logo 7am (repeat)
Carpool. Robert Llewellyn. Copyright: RDF Television

Carpool

Chat show in which Robert Llewellyn interviews celebrities whilst driving them in his car.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
Ayres On The Air. Pam Ayres. Copyright: BBC

Ayres On The Air

Series 2, Episode 4 - Motherhood

Pam Ayres presents poetry, anecdotes and sketches on the topic of 'Motherhood', with the help of Felicity Montagu and Geoffrey Whitehead.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Ed Reardon's Week. Ed Reardon (Christopher Douglas). Copyright: BBC

Ed Reardon's Week

Series 8, Episode 4 - Making A Difference

Ed finds himself an unlikely star of local radio when he decides to try and make a difference to the rail network.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40am (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 5 - Gamble

Tony and Bren arrive at work together, causing much scandalous rumour amongst the girls. And a bet they'll "get it on" before Christmas.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
Dad's Army. Copyright: BBC

Dad's Army

Series 3, Episode 23 - The Captain's Car

There is good news for the platoon: they are to welcome a French general, and Mainwaring is to get a staff car. It is decided to have the car camouflage-painted - they just have to pick the right car up.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20am (repeat)
Steptoe And Son. Image shows from L to R: Albert Steptoe (Wilfrid Brambell), Harold Steptoe (Harry H. Corbett). Copyright: BBC

Steptoe And Son

Series 7, Episode 2 - A Star Is Born

Albert Steptoe and his son Harold run a rag and bone business. Harold wants to move on in the world and leave home but his plans are always thwarted.

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

Take It From Here

As their wedding looms, Eth worries she will make a bad wife for Ron Glum.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
Dead Ringers. Image shows from L to R: Lewis Macleod, Debra Stephenson, Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Duncan Wisbey. Copyright: BBC

Dead Ringers

Episode 3.5: More celeb sound-alikes, as Anne Robinson bickers and it is decision time for Dale Winton.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
Kay Stonham

Robin And Wendy's Wet Weekends

Series 2, Episode 2 - Take The High Road

Robin's driving to Glasgow, but Wendy lets the train take the strain.

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

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 8 - Easter Time

It's Easter at the park and Richard is in charge of the annual egg hunt. But with Sooty hiding the eggs and Sweep making the hot cross buns, will their plans for a happy Easter be scrambled?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:25am (repeat)
4 O'Clock Club. Image shows from L to R: Ryan (Oscar Lloyd), Nathan Carter (Ben Bailey Smith), Josh Carter (Khalil Madovi), Ash (Tom Rolinson). Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Club

Series 1, Episode 12 - Fight

When Nathan decides to put Darius, the star of Elmsbury's basketball team, in detention, Darius decides to get his own back - on Josh.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11am (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 16, Episode 6 - The Most Powerful Eyeballs In West Yorkshire

Howard fails to hypnotise Pearl and prompts Foggy to demonstrate how he can influence people.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:25am (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 4, Episode 19 - Phoney Farmer

The Farmer is off on holiday, confident he's left the farm in safe hands. However, the animals quickly learn his replacement is only interested in looking after himself. Dismayed and hungry, they decide he has to go.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40am (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 16, Episode 7 - The Dewhirsts Of Ogleby Hall

Foggy learns that he may be an aristocrat.

CITV 11:55am (repeat)
My Parents Are Aliens

My Parents Are Aliens

Long-running children's sitcom following the lives of three orphaned children. Their new foster parents are secretly aliens.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Copyright: BBC

Dad's Army

Series 3, Episode 23 - The Captain's Car

There is good news for the platoon: they are to welcome a French general, and Mainwaring is to get a staff car. It is decided to have the car camouflage-painted - they just have to pick the right car up.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20pm (repeat)
The Fall And Rise Of Reginald Perrin. Image shows from L to R: Reginald Perrin (Leonard Rossiter), Doc Morrissey (John Horsley). Copyright: BBC

The Fall And Rise Of Reginald Perrin

A midlife crisis sitcom about a bored executive who fakes his own suicide and seeks to reinvent himself in a desperate search for purpose and contentment.

CITV 12:25pm (repeat)
My Parents Are Aliens

My Parents Are Aliens

Long-running children's sitcom following the lives of three orphaned children. Their new foster parents are secretly aliens.

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

Take It From Here

As their wedding looms, Eth worries she will make a bad wife for Ron Glum.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:35pm (repeat)
Walk On The Wild Side. Copyright: BBC

Walk On The Wild Side

Family comedy series in which a group of comedians voiceover footage from the BBC's natural history department.

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 6, Episode 12 - Still Waters Run Deep

Sharon and Tracey are making a fortune with their swimming pool business, then they are invited by a gangster to build a pool as a present for his girlfriend. However he wants the pool built within a week and their workforce is in Florida. Meanwhile Dorien is riddled with guilt after Marcus lands in hospital.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2pm (repeat)
4 O'Clock Club. Image shows from L to R: Ryan (Oscar Lloyd), Nathan Carter (Ben Bailey Smith), Josh Carter (Khalil Madovi), Ash (Tom Rolinson). Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Club

Series 1, Episode 12 - Fight

When Nathan decides to put Darius, the star of Elmsbury's basketball team, in detention, Darius decides to get his own back - on Josh.

U&Drama channel logo 2:40pm (repeat)
Terry & June. Image shows from L to R: Terry Medford (Terry Scott), June Medford (June Whitfield). Copyright: BBC

Terry & June

Series 4, Episode 6 - Something To Get Alarmed About

After an attempted burglary in the middle of the night, June convinces Terry that they should get a burglar alarm. She has her eyes on one with a direct connection to the police station, but Terry's convinced he can make one himself.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 7, Episode 1 - The Sky's The Limit

Rodney's marriage problems have made him seek solace from drink but, although he offers help, Del is too busy himself to offer any practical help

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

Shaun The Sheep

Series 4, Episode 19 - Phoney Farmer

The Farmer is off on holiday, confident he's left the farm in safe hands. However, the animals quickly learn his replacement is only interested in looking after himself. Dismayed and hungry, they decide he has to go.

CITV 3:15pm (repeat)
Sooty. Richard (Richard Cadell). Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 9 - Sooty Takes Off

Sooty, Sweep and Soo are desperate to join the junior model flyers' club, and they have just the plane to prove their skills. But after a journey that takes them from Paris to the North Pole, will they have enough fuel to make it home?

U&Drama channel logo 3:20pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 4, Episode 6 - Please Mind Your Head

Hyacinth and Richard spend their first night in their new weekend retreat. But plans to become part of the "country set" go horribly wrong as the apartment proves a little on the "bijou" side.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 3:30pm (repeat)
Monty Python: Almost The Truth. Copyright: Bill And Ben Productions / Eagle Rock Film Productions

Monty Python: Almost The Truth

Episode 2

The legendary troupe reflects on Monty Python's Flying Circus, revealing how the group's failures turned to success and how the hit series influenced comedians to come.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 3:55pm (repeat)
Boj. Copyright: Pesky Productions

Boj

Episode 19 - Robot Recycler

While waiting for Mr Cloppity to pick up the recycling, Boj gets Rupa playing with it, making junk robots and rag rope. When Mr Cloppity's buggy gets stuck in the mud, the friends come to the rescue with their robots and rope. But with all of the recycling made into new toys, there is nothing left to recycle.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:10pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Pete (Hugh Dennis), Sue (Claire Skinner), Karen (Ramona Marquez), Ben (Daniel Roche), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 4, Christmas Special

It's Christmas Day and the Brockman family have decided to escape the festivities and head for the sun, but fate seems determined to intervene...

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:15pm (repeat)
Second Thoughts. Image shows from L to R: Faith (Lynda Bellingham), Bill (James Bolam)

Second Thoughts

Series 3, Episode 6 - Occupational Hazard

Faith is delighted when the children leave home and leave her and Bill on their own.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:45pm (repeat)
Gigglebiz. Justin Fletcher. Copyright: BBC

Gigglebiz

CBeebies legend Justin Fletcher gets the nation's under-sixes laughing their socks off with his collection of crazy comedy characters.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:50pm (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 2, Episode 7 - Julie

Matthew thinks things are running smoothly between his father and himself. Then his sister Julie decides to stay with them - proving decisively that three is a crowd.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5pm (repeat)
Steptoe And Son. Image shows from L to R: Albert Steptoe (Wilfrid Brambell), Harold Steptoe (Harry H. Corbett). Copyright: BBC

Steptoe And Son

Series 7, Episode 2 - A Star Is Born

Albert Steptoe and his son Harold run a rag and bone business. Harold wants to move on in the world and leave home but his plans are always thwarted.

CITV 5pm (repeat)
My Parents Are Aliens

My Parents Are Aliens

Long-running children's sitcom following the lives of three orphaned children. Their new foster parents are secretly aliens.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
No Commitments

No Commitments

Episode 6, A Complete Break: Victoria and Charlotte arrange sister Anna's holiday, but she has her own plans.

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

When Chrissy and Jo search for a third tenant to help pay the rent, they intend on finding another female. But then they meet young Robin Tripp.

CITV 5:30pm (repeat)
My Parents Are Aliens

My Parents Are Aliens

Long-running children's sitcom following the lives of three orphaned children. Their new foster parents are secretly aliens.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Ayres On The Air. Pam Ayres. Copyright: BBC

Ayres On The Air

Series 2, Episode 4 - Motherhood

Pam Ayres presents poetry, anecdotes and sketches on the topic of 'Motherhood', with the help of Felicity Montagu and Geoffrey Whitehead.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:40pm (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 16, Episode 6 - The Most Powerful Eyeballs In West Yorkshire

Howard fails to hypnotise Pearl and prompts Foggy to demonstrate how he can influence people.

The Africa Channel 6pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 4, Episode 5 - Calypso

Desmond meets a ghost from his past and thinks it's the end of his marriage

BBC Radio 4 Extra 6pm (repeat)
Dead Ringers. Image shows from L to R: Lewis Macleod, Debra Stephenson, Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Duncan Wisbey. Copyright: BBC

Dead Ringers

Episode 3.5: More celeb sound-alikes, as Anne Robinson bickers and it is decision time for Dale Winton.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:20pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 16, Episode 7 - The Dewhirsts Of Ogleby Hall

Foggy learns that he may be an aristocrat.

Radio 4 6:30pm (repeat)
Ed Reardon's Week. Ed Reardon (Christopher Douglas). Copyright: BBC

Ed Reardon's Week

Series 8, Episode 5 - Rosicrucian Armageddon 2

Ed's daughter Eli arrives to stay, complete with son and dream catcher, whilst Ed is trying to write authentic 'oldenspeak' for the gaming sensation Rosicrucian Armageddon 2.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 7, Episode 2 - The Chance Of A Lunchtime

Raquel attends an audition and, despite Del's help, she gets the part. But fortune has a knack of spoiling the best laid plans...

U&Drama channel logo 7pm (repeat)
Terry & June. Image shows from L to R: Terry Medford (Terry Scott), June Medford (June Whitfield). Copyright: BBC

Terry & June

Series 4, Episode 6 - Something To Get Alarmed About

After an attempted burglary in the middle of the night, June convinces Terry that they should get a burglar alarm. She has her eyes on one with a direct connection to the police station, but Terry's convinced he can make one himself.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Copyright: BBC

Dad's Army

Series 3, Episode 23 - The Captain's Car

There is good news for the platoon: they are to welcome a French general, and Mainwaring is to get a staff car. It is decided to have the car camouflage-painted - they just have to pick the right car up.

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

Take It From Here

As their wedding looms, Eth worries she will make a bad wife for Ron Glum.

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 1, Episode 2 - Getting To Know You - Again

Will Lionel contact Jean? Will Jean contact Lionel? Sandy heads to the hotel but finds he has checked out, and when he heads to the office, Judith gives Lionel short shrift. Meanwhile his publisher, Alistair, orders fresh revisions and insists Lionel attend a party he's holding.

Comedy Central 8pm
60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, John Bishop. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 6, Episode 1 - Sean Lock and John Bishop

Live At The Apollo returns to BBC One, showcasing the best of British comedy talent. 8 Out Of 10 Cats star Sean Lock introduces Liverpool's finest, John Bishop, from the world-famous Hammersmith Apollo.

ITV Encore 8pm (repeat)
Kingdom. Peter Kingdom (Stephen Fry). Copyright: Sprout Pictures / Parallel Film & Television Productions

Kingdom

Comedy drama starring Stephen Fry as rural Norfolk solicitor Peter Kingdom.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:10pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Ben (Daniel Roche), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey), Pete (Hugh Dennis), Sue (Claire Skinner), Karen (Ramona Marquez). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Christmas Special - 2012 Christmas Special

The Brockman family have decided to foster a sense of community by throwing a Christmas party for their neighbours.

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 4, Episode 6 - Please Mind Your Head

Hyacinth and Richard spend their first night in their new weekend retreat. But plans to become part of the "country set" go horribly wrong as the apartment proves a little on the "bijou" side.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (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 5 - Gamble

Tony and Bren arrive at work together, causing much scandalous rumour amongst the girls. And a bet they'll "get it on" before Christmas.

London Live 9pm (repeat)
CTRL Freaks. Image shows from L to R: Dave Gibson, Jacob Edwards, Bec Hill. Copyright: Nerd TV

CTRL Freaks

Episode 3

Wannabe presenter Adam is challenged by the CTRL Freaks to host an excruciating interview with Scott Mills, while comedy geek Greg must take his comedy characters to the extreme.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
A Young Doctor's Notebook. Image shows from L to R: Older Doctor (Jon Hamm), Young Doctor (Daniel Radcliffe). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

A Young Doctor's Notebook

Series 1, Episode 1

A doctor finds his old diary while answering to the authorities about self-prescribing morphine. He has a series of comic exchanges with his young and inexperienced self, mocking him for his youthful looks and guiding him through his early difficulties on the job.

Comedy Central 9pm (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.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

A selection of four episodes of the lie-based panel game.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9:30pm (repeat)
The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Simon Cooper (Joe Thomas), Neil Sutherland (Blake Harrison), Jay Cartwright (James Buckley), Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Series 1, Episode 4

Will pulls the most popular girl in the year above. However he becomes so obsessed with her that he ends up alienating his hard won new friends.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40pm (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Edina (Jennifer Saunders), Patsy (Joanna Lumley). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 3, Episode 1 - Door Handle

Eddy's become bogged down in the detail whilst renovating the kitchen after Patsy's fire, and is on the hunt for a very specific door handle. If only she could remember where she saw it - or which continent it may be on...

VIVA 10pm (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: David (Jonathon Dutton), Louise (Kathryn Drysdale). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 3, Episode 1 - Munch

Janet insists Jonny return Andy's ring, get a job and buy her a proper engagment ring - from Argos. Meanwhile a lad named Munch turns up to work at Gaz's garage claiming to be the half-brother Gaz never knew he had.

London Live 10pm (repeat)
Black Books. Image shows from L to R: Bernard Black (Dylan Moran), Manny Bianco (Bill Bailey), Fran Katzenjammer (Tamsin Greig). Copyright: Assembly Film And Television

Black Books

Series 2, Episode 3 - The Fixer

Fran is in need of a job and Manny's friend Gus has a nephew who needs to promote his book. Time to do business.

The Africa Channel 10pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 4, Episode 5 - Calypso

Desmond meets a ghost from his past and thinks it's the end of his marriage

TNT Sports 1 logo 10pm
60 min
The Football's On. Copyright: BT Sport

The Football's On

Series 1, Episode 18

Following the semi-finals, Ian Stone and Doc Brown are joined by comedian Frankie Boyle for his unique take on all of the latest news from Brazil.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Andy Parsons, Dara O Briain, Hugh Dennis. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 13, Episode 5

Dara O Briain and the team put the week's events under their comedy microscope and examine the results with guests Josh Widdicombe, Gary Delaney, Tiffany Stevenson and Romesh Ranganathan.

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)
Ed Reardon's Week. Ed Reardon (Christopher Douglas). Copyright: BBC

Ed Reardon's Week

Series 8, Episode 4 - Making A Difference

Ed finds himself an unlikely star of local radio when he decides to try and make a difference to the rail network.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm
30 min
TV OD. Matt Edmondson

TV OD

Episode 6

Loose Woman Jamelia reveals her TV guilty pleasure, plus Hollyoaks veteran Nick Pickard faces viewer comments about the soap.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (repeat)
The IT Crowd. Image shows from L to R: Jen (Katherine Parkinson), Moss (Richard Ayoade), Roy (Chris O'Dowd). Copyright: TalkbackThames

The IT Crowd

Series 1, Episode 3 - 50/50

Jen has a new admirer, but his romantic gesture goes horribly wrong when Jen's inability to tell the truth results in a very public humiliation. Meanwhile, Moss and Roy conduct an experiment with a 'lonely hearts' website.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20pm (repeat)
Gimme Gimme Gimme. Image shows from L to R: Linda (Kathy Burke), Tom (James Dreyfus). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Gimme Gimme Gimme

Series 2, Episode 6 - Sofa Man

A job on a TV advert leads Tom to charismatic star Rick Cheesecloth, whilst Linda's new food manufacturing line job places her beside the dashing Ron. As Rick spends gradually ever-more time at Tom and Linda's, it looks like he'll ask Tom to move in with him - is this the end of the flatmates for good?

London Live 10:30pm (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Sophie Chapman (Olivia Colman), Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb), Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 3, Episode 5 - Jurying

Jeremy gets called up on jury service but falls for the female defendant, Carla. Mark warns him to stop sleeping with her - it's against the law - but Jeremy ignores him.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Laura Solon

Laura Solon: Talking And Not Talking

Series 2, Episode 1

Carole proposes peacorn and explains her new 'teaco' mug; China Lion is involved in an attempted coup; and an attempt to impress a man hiring out wetsuits goes disastrously wrong.

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

Celebrity Juice

Series 10, Episode 3

Joining the panel for this show are rapper Example, Glee star Kevin McHale, Corrie actress Georgia May Foote, and Top Gear presenter Richard Hammond.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:35pm (repeat)
The IT Crowd. Image shows from L to R: Jen (Katherine Parkinson), Moss (Richard Ayoade), Roy (Chris O'Dowd). Copyright: TalkbackThames

The IT Crowd

Series 1, Episode 4 - The Red Door

What is behind the mysterious red door in the I.T. department? What has happened to Moss's new mug? Why is Roy in danger of becoming known as a 'desk rabbit'? And what is the secret behind top executive Richmond Avenal's fall from grace?

VIVA 10:40pm (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: David (Jonathon Dutton), Louise (Kathryn Drysdale). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 3, Episode 2 - Fish

Janet agrees to quit smoking when Jonny tells her he doesn't like it. Meanwhile Louise arranges to meet her secret admirer. It turns out to be an old school mate, David Fish. Thanks to 'Oil of Ulay', David has cured his problem skin and is now rather fit.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
Extras. Image shows from L to R: Maggie Jacobs (Ashley Jensen), Andy Millman (Ricky Gervais), Darren Lamb (Stephen Merchant)

Extras

Andy Milman is a TV and film extra who dreams of stardom and that elusive big break.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11pm
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 4

Jimmy Carr, Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by Rachel Riley, David O'Doherty, Louie Spence and Joe Lycett.

London Live 11pm (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 4 - Battles

Whilst Tim and Daisy argue over the ownership of a dog, he also goes paintballing with Mike where he sees Duane for the first time since Sarah left him. Mike makes a big sacrifice for Tim as he seeks his ultimate vengeance. Brian reminisces about his childhood pet.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 11pm (repeat)
William And Mary. Image shows from L to R: William Shawcross (Martin Clunes), Mary Gilcrest (Julie Graham)

William And Mary

When William and Mary cross paths, they become romantically involved but they life two completely different lives and only have one chance at love.

Radio 4 11pm
30 min
Trodd En Bratt Say 'Well Done You'. Image shows from L to R: Ruth Bratt, Lucy Trodd. Copyright: Lucky Giant

Trodd En Bratt Say 'Well Done You'

Series 1, Episode 4

Ruth gets carried away when she is put in charge of the sound effects for Lucy's serious radio drama. Adam and Oliver finally speak their minds about their tiny roles in the show.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
The Penny Dreadfuls Present.... Image shows from L to R: Humphrey Ker, Thom Tuck, David Reed

The Penny Dreadfuls Present...

More Brothers Faversham, Episode 4 - Perseus And Lucius

The Penny Dreadfuls present the story of two twin brothers - kind-hearted Perseus and cruel, bitter Lucius, a pair for powerful and wealthy industrialists, and the eighth and ninth born of the Faversham Brothers.

London Live 11:30pm (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 5 - Chaos

Tim and Daisy are still in disagreement about Colin, which is intensified when he mysteriously disappears. When they receive an anonymous note it is up to Tim to pull the troops together and save Colin.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Think The Unthinkable. Image shows from L to R: Owen (David Mitchell), Daisy de Vere (Catherine Shepherd), Ryan Packer (Marcus Brigstocke), Sophie Stott (Emma Kennedy). Copyright: BBC

Think The Unthinkable

Series 3, Episode 5 - Barrington Zoo

Barrington Zoo is given the full consultant treatment. Some of the ideas for new uses for a zoo, especially those from Sophie, really are unthinkable.

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Men Behaving Badly. Image shows from L to R: Gary Strang (Martin Clunes), Dorothy (Caroline Quentin), Tony Smart (Neil Morrissey), Deborah (Leslie Ash). Copyright: Hartswood Films Ltd

Men Behaving Badly

Series 5, Episode 3 - Cowardice

Gary shows his true colours - yellow, mostly - in a road rage incident.

U&Dave channel logo 11:40pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

A selection of four episodes of the lie-based panel game.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:50pm
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 11, Episode 8

This edition of the show sees Jimmy Carr, Sean Lock and Jon Richardson joined by Rhod Gilbert, Sarah Millican, Gregg Wallace and Kate Silverton to debate the hot topics of the week by examining surveys, opinion polls and statistics; from the silly to the serious, from celebrity gossip to world politics.

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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 1, Episode 2 - Oil

Having moved to a new house by the Balowskis, Mike discovers oil in the basement whilst disposing of a body. In order to exploit this potentially lucrative source of wealth, Mike appoints himself dictator.

VIVA 12:20am (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: David (Jonathon Dutton), Louise (Kathryn Drysdale). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 3, Episode 1 - Munch

Janet insists Jonny return Andy's ring, get a job and buy her a proper engagment ring - from Argos. Meanwhile a lad named Munch turns up to work at Gaz's garage claiming to be the half-brother Gaz never knew he had.

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Fake Reaction. Matt Edmondson. Copyright: STV Productions

Fake Reaction

Series 2, Episode 2

Guests facing electric shock pole dancing and various animal-related distractions are Geordie Shore's Charlotte Crosby, Radio 1 DJ Gemma Cairney, comedian Ivo Graham and larger-than-life dancer Louie Spence.

VIVA 1am (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: David (Jonathon Dutton), Louise (Kathryn Drysdale). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 3, Episode 2 - Fish

Janet agrees to quit smoking when Jonny tells her he doesn't like it. Meanwhile Louise arranges to meet her secret admirer. It turns out to be an old school mate, David Fish. Thanks to 'Oil of Ulay', David has cured his problem skin and is now rather fit.

London Live 1am (repeat)
All About The McKenzies

All About The McKenzies

Episode 6 - Who Are Our Teachers Really?

After discovering Charlene's boyfriend, a concerned Samuell heads to the Fowler Estate with Ian to go and find him. Meanwhile, Granddad has something to say to the youth of today.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 1am (repeat)
Dead Ringers. Image shows from L to R: Lewis Macleod, Debra Stephenson, Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Duncan Wisbey. Copyright: BBC

Dead Ringers

Episode 3.5: More celeb sound-alikes, as Anne Robinson bickers and it is decision time for Dale Winton.

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The Inbetweeners

Series 1, Episode 4

Will pulls the most popular girl in the year above. However he becomes so obsessed with her that he ends up alienating his hard won new friends.

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Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Edina (Jennifer Saunders), Patsy (Joanna Lumley). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 3, Episode 1 - Door Handle

Eddy's become bogged down in the detail whilst renovating the kitchen after Patsy's fire, and is on the hunt for a very specific door handle. If only she could remember where she saw it - or which continent it may be on...

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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

A selection of episodes from the third series of the E4 sitcom.

U&Drama channel logo 1:10am (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 6, Episode 12 - Still Waters Run Deep

Sharon and Tracey are making a fortune with their swimming pool business, then they are invited by a gangster to build a pool as a present for his girlfriend. However he wants the pool built within a week and their workforce is in Florida. Meanwhile Dorien is riddled with guilt after Marcus lands in hospital.

ITV Encore 1:10am (repeat)
Cold Feet. Image shows from L to R: Pete Gifford (John Thomson), Karen Marsden (Hermione Norris), David Marsden (Robert Bathurst), Jenny Gifford (Fay Ripley), Adam Williams (James Nesbitt)

Cold Feet

Comedy drama about three couples experiencing the ups-and-downs of romance.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:35am (repeat)
Gimme Gimme Gimme. Image shows from L to R: Linda (Kathy Burke), Tom (James Dreyfus). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Gimme Gimme Gimme

Series 2, Episode 6 - Sofa Man

A job on a TV advert leads Tom to charismatic star Rick Cheesecloth, whilst Linda's new food manufacturing line job places her beside the dashing Ron. As Rick spends gradually ever-more time at Tom and Linda's, it looks like he'll ask Tom to move in with him - is this the end of the flatmates for good?

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The IT Crowd. Image shows from L to R: Jen (Katherine Parkinson), Moss (Richard Ayoade), Roy (Chris O'Dowd). Copyright: TalkbackThames

The IT Crowd

Series 1, Episode 3 - 50/50

Jen has a new admirer, but his romantic gesture goes horribly wrong when Jen's inability to tell the truth results in a very public humiliation. Meanwhile, Moss and Roy conduct an experiment with a 'lonely hearts' website.

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Extras. Image shows from L to R: Maggie Jacobs (Ashley Jensen), Andy Millman (Ricky Gervais), Darren Lamb (Stephen Merchant)

Extras

Andy Milman is a TV and film extra who dreams of stardom and that elusive big break.

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The IT Crowd. Image shows from L to R: Jen (Katherine Parkinson), Moss (Richard Ayoade), Roy (Chris O'Dowd). Copyright: TalkbackThames

The IT Crowd

Series 1, Episode 4 - The Red Door

What is behind the mysterious red door in the I.T. department? What has happened to Moss's new mug? Why is Roy in danger of becoming known as a 'desk rabbit'? And what is the secret behind top executive Richmond Avenal's fall from grace?

Comedy Central Extra 2:20am (repeat)
Dead Ringers. Copyright: BBC

Dead Ringers

TV impressions show that ran throughout the 2000s. Featuring Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Phil Cornwell, Kevin Connelly and Mark Perry.

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

Badults

Series 2, Episode 6 - Changes

Changes seem unavoidable as Tom, Ben and Matthew each face their own challenge that could potentially see their lives divide in new directions.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 2:30am (repeat)
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 3, Episode 7 - Law And Order

Karl claims not to have any interest in law and order, but he still has strong opinions on noise pollution, and astounds Ricky and Stephen with his views on shoplifting.

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Rex The Runt

Series 1, Episode 9 - Stinky's Search For A Star

When Rex discovers that they are in debt, he gets the gang together to form a band in order to win a talent show which has a cash prize. Guest starring Antoine de Caunes.

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Friday Night Dinner. Image shows left to right: Nellie (Frances Cuka), Mr Morris (Harry Landis)

Friday Night Dinner

Series 3, Episode 3 - Mr Morris Returns

The family are distraught when Grandma gets engaged to Mr Morris, her horrible 85-year-old boyfriend. Meanwhile, Jim collects money for charity, while dressed in full dog costume, complete with doggy testicles.

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Rex The Runt. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Rex The Runt

Series 1, Episode 6 - Easter Island

The gang go on holiday to New Zealand, but crash land on Easter Island, where they discover that the statues are alive. It turns out that they are aliens who plan to abduct Rex and take him to their home planet. Guest starring Eddie Izzard.

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Gimme Gimme Gimme. Image shows from L to R: Linda (Kathy Burke), Tom (James Dreyfus). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Gimme Gimme Gimme

Series 2, Episode 6 - Sofa Man

A job on a TV advert leads Tom to charismatic star Rick Cheesecloth, whilst Linda's new food manufacturing line job places her beside the dashing Ron. As Rick spends gradually ever-more time at Tom and Linda's, it looks like he'll ask Tom to move in with him - is this the end of the flatmates for good?

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 3:15am (repeat)
A Young Doctor's Notebook. Image shows from L to R: Older Doctor (Jon Hamm), Young Doctor (Daniel Radcliffe). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

A Young Doctor's Notebook

Series 1, Episode 1

A doctor finds his old diary while answering to the authorities about self-prescribing morphine. He has a series of comic exchanges with his young and inexperienced self, mocking him for his youthful looks and guiding him through his early difficulties on the job.

Comedy Central Extra 3:20am (repeat)
Dirty Sexy Funny: Olivia Lee. Olivia Lee. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Dirty Sexy Funny: Olivia Lee

A hidden camera prank show for Comedy Central starring Olivia Lee. Features stunts, scripted sketches and setups.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
No Commitments

No Commitments

Episode 6, A Complete Break: Victoria and Charlotte arrange sister Anna's holiday, but she has her own plans.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
Ayres On The Air. Pam Ayres. Copyright: BBC

Ayres On The Air

Series 2, Episode 4 - Motherhood

Pam Ayres presents poetry, anecdotes and sketches on the topic of 'Motherhood', with the help of Felicity Montagu and Geoffrey Whitehead.

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