British Comedy Guide

Schedule Monday 21st July 2014

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am
30 min
My First Planet. Image shows from L to R: Richard (John Dorney), Carol (Cariad Lloyd), Brian (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Lillian (Vicki Pepperdine), Mason (Tom Goodman-Hill), Archer (Phil Whelans). Copyright: Pozzitive Productions

My First Planet

Series 2, Episode 1 - Sample Of Terror

Day 30 and Brian has to win the Tour De France to save the contents of Lillian's freezer. Meanwhile, Mason discovers that a nuclear core is not the best venue for some role play.

Radio 4 11:30am
30 min
Bad Salsa. Image shows from L to R: Chippy (Jessie Cave), Jill (Natasha Little), Terri (Camille Coduri). Copyright: BBC

Bad Salsa

Series 1, Episode 3 - All Change

Jill wonders if she should have an affair.

Radio 4 4:30pm
30 min
The Infinite Monkey Cage. Image shows from L to R: Brian Cox, Robin Ince. Copyright: BBC

The Infinite Monkey Cage

Series 10, Episode 3 - Does Science Need War?

With Katy Brand, Philip Ball, Kevin Fong.

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 18, Episode 4 - A Double For Howard

Howard's fool-proof scheme will cure Pearl of being unnaturally suspicious once and for all - if only he can find someone his size.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue logo. Copyright: BBC

I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue

Series 61, Episode 4

A return visit to the Assembly Hall in Worthing for regulars Tim Brooke-Taylor, Barry Cryer and Graeme Garden, with Harry Hill on the panel and Jack Dee in the chair.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (repeat)
Yes, Prime Minister. Image shows from L to R: Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne), James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds). Copyright: BBC

Yes, Prime Minister

Series 2, Episode 2 - Official Secrets

With his predecessor due to publish memoirs with not entirely flattering recollections of Jim's time as Minister for Administrative Affairs, he attempts to see the book censored. There's little legal ground to do so, and Number 10 is thrown into a panic when word of the blocking attempt is leaked...

U&Dave channel logo 7pm (repeat)
QI Logo. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series H, Episode 13 - Holidays

With Bill Bailey, Rob Brydon and Rich Hall.

BBC Three 7:30pm (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?

Series 7, Episode 6

In this episode, David Mitchell is joined by Sarah Millican and Jon Richardson, and Lee Mack is joined by David Harewood and Bob Mortimer.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (repeat)
Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Nurse Gladys Emmanuel (Lynda Baron), Granville (David Jason), Albert Arkwright (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: BBC

Open All Hours

Series 1, Episode 6 - Apple And Self Service

Slow apple sales lead to a self-service experiment for the corner shop.

U&Dave channel logo 8pm
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 46, Episode 4

Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Jo Brand and guest panellists John Prescott and Gyles Brandreth.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Image shows left to right: The Witchsmeller Pursuivant (Frank Finlay), Edmund, Duke of Edinburgh (Rowan Atkinson). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

The Black Adder, Episode 5 - Witchsmeller Pursuivant

A witchfinder is in the district around the castle after a spate of plague infections. Edmund is identified as the head witch, and immediately placed on trial...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Trigger (Roger Lloyd Pack). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 6, Christmas Special - The Jolly Boys' Outing

It's the Nags Head's annual jamboree down to Margate and the Trotters head for the seaside. But with Rodney getting arrested and the coach blowing up the trip is hardly a bundle of laughs...

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series K, Episode 6 - Killers

With Jason Manford, Sandi Toksvig and Trevor Noah.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
Trollied. Image shows from L to R: Richard (Chris Geere), Julie (Jane Horrocks), Gavin (Jason Watkins), Anna (Elizabeth Bower). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Trollied

Series 3, Episode 7

Richard sets out to make Gavin more approachable. Is this the last straw? Anna is far more concerned with finding Julie "some loving every day"...

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9:30pm (repeat)
Trollied. Image shows from L to R: Richard (Chris Geere), Julie (Jane Horrocks), Gavin (Jason Watkins), Anna (Elizabeth Bower). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Trollied

Series 3, Episode 8

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

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

QI

Series K, Episode 5 - Kings

With Bill Bailey, Jeremy Clarkson and Jimmy Carr.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jason Manford. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 8, Highlights Special

The best bits of the latest series of the comedy panel show, hosted by Jimmy Carr.

BBC Three 10pm (repeat)
Uncle. Image shows from L to R: Errol (Elliot Speller-Gillott), Andy (Nick Helm). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Uncle

Series 1, Episode 1 - Mind The Cracks

The seemingly simple task of caring for his nephew spirals into a bizarre misadventure for the pair, involving a faked injury, a car crash, a visit to a gay club, a lot of lying, and some hard lessons in life.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
45 min
Virtually Famous. Image shows from L to R: Chris Stark, Kevin McHale, Seann Walsh. Copyright: Talkback / Hungry Bear Media

Virtually Famous

Series 1, Episode 1

Team captains Seann Walsh and Chris Stark are joined by comedians Chris Ramsey and Romesh Ranganathan, Countdown's Rachel Riley, and actor Tyger Drew-Honey as they face a lip-sync challenge and witness the wonder of a flying cat.

U&Dave channel logo 10:35pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Andy Parsons, Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Russell Howard, Frankie Boyle. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 3, Episode 2

Ed Byrne joins Hugh Dennis and Frankie Boyle. Jo Brand and Robin Ince are on the right with Andy Parsons.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:40pm
40 min
Kevin Bridges Live At.... Image shows from L to R: Hal Cruttenden, Jack Dee, Kevin Bridges, Kerry Godliman, Frankie Boyle. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Kevin Bridges Live At...

Episode 1 - Kevin Bridges Live At The Commonwealth

Kevin Bridges takes to the stage in front of a live theatre audience to present four internationally-renowned comics from the Commonwealth countries. Appearing on stage are Canada's finest Katherine Ryan, top South African comedian Trevor Noah, Scotland's own Danny Bhoy and English comic Simon Evans.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:50pm (repeat)
Life's Too Short. Warwick (Warwick Davis). Copyright: BBC

Life's Too Short

Episode 1

Warwick seeks advice from old pals Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, but Liam Neeson has beaten him to it. The film crew charts Warwick's every move as he tries to maintain his pride and self-respect in some very unusual situations.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm
45 min version
The News Quiz. Andy Zaltzman

The News Quiz

Series 84, Episode 7

Satirical review of the week's news, chaired by Sandi Toksvig, with regular panellist Jeremy Hardy and guest panellists David Mitchell, Andy Hamilton and Rebecca Front.

U&Dave channel logo 11:10pm
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 46, Episode 4

Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Jo Brand and guest panellists John Prescott and Gyles Brandreth.

Sky Atlantic logo. Copyright: Sky 11:15pm
30 min
Set List. Copyright: Princess Productions / Susquehanna Hats

Set List: Stand-Up Without A Net

Episode 10

Drew Carey, Tony Law and Andrew Maxwell perform improvised stand-up comedy routines based on subjects presented to them while on stage at the Brixton Electric.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:25pm (repeat)
Life's Too Short. Warwick (Warwick Davis). Copyright: BBC

Life's Too Short

Episode 2

Despite an awkward appearance at a sci-fi convention, an unsuccessful money-making brainstorming session with his assistant, Cheryl, and a humiliating guest appearance at a Star Wars-themed wedding, Warwick's fortune seems to be on the rise when Johnny Depp hires him to research a new movie role.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 11:25pm (repeat)
Celebrity Juice. Leigh Francis

Celebrity Juice

Series 10, Episode 10 - Halloween Special

Paddy McGuinness, Emma Willis, Kara Tointon and Union J join Keith Lemon, Fearne Cotton and Holly Willoughby for a Halloween special of the outrageous panel show.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 11:40pm (repeat)
You Cannot Be Serious!. Alistair McGowan. Copyright: Avalon Television

You Cannot Be Serious!

Episode 5

Alistair McGowan presents a side-splitting take on the biggest, best and most talked-about sporting events of the last seven days.

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