British Comedy Guide

Schedule Wednesday 20th August 2014

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6am (repeat)
2point4 Children. Image shows from L to R: Bill (Belinda Lang), David (John Pickard), Ben (Gary Olsen), Jenny (Clare Buckfield). Copyright: BBC

2point4 Children

Series 6, Episode 1 - Dog Day Afternoon

Bill and Rona are at a loss when they find themselves at home with no chores, no plans, and a quiet house. That is until Jenny thunders in, proclaiming it "the worst day of my life".

CITV 6am (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 3 - Magpie Thief

A spate of magpie disappearances leads the kids to test their investigative skills.

CITV 6:15am (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 4 - The Raffle

The kids come up with a plan to raise one hundred million pounds for their city farm.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6:25am (repeat)
On The Buses. Stan Butler (Reg Varney). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 3, Episode 7 - Mum's Last Fling

When Mum uses kiss-proof lipstick and stays out until 1:30am, everyone suspects the worst.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:30am (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 27, Episode 4 - The Genuine Outdoors Robin Hood Barbi

Billy takes the boys out for a barbecue in the "real" outdoors ... if only he could light the fire.

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 3, Episode 2 - Prat On A Hot Tin Roof

Colours nailed to the mast, Robert Wilson gets his party politicals in a pickle.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:30am (repeat)
Boj. Copyright: Pesky Productions

Boj

Episode 7 - Giggly Holiday

Boj shares a postcard from the Bleat's Hawaiian holiday with Mia and he discovers that the Twitches haven't had a holiday. So Boj has a boj-a-boom idea and asks Mr Cloppity and the buddies to help him create a mini Hawaii in Giggly Park as a big surprise for the Twitches. Aloha!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Dead Ringers. Image shows from L to R: Lewis Macleod, Debra Stephenson, Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Duncan Wisbey. Copyright: BBC

Dead Ringers

Series 12, Episode 3

David Attenborough's researchers rely on Wikipedia, some minor celebrities ask Scotland to stay with the rest of the UK, some familiar voices phone up the European Space Agency, and Elton John sings some nursery rhymes.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:50am (repeat)
DNN. Image shows from L to R: Bob Roberts (William Andrews), Felicity Bond (Kelly-Anne Lyons). Copyright: BBC

DNN

CBBC comedy set in a spoof news studio. The show takes in the past seven days, looking at news and popular culture.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
The Burkiss Way. Copyright: BBC

The Burkiss Way

Series 3, Episode 5 - One Hour To The Burkiss Way

The chilling dangers from fast breeder reactors like the team.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Series 1, Episode 3

Farmyard impersonations and safari time.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9am
30 min
Hacker Time. Copyright: BBC

Hacker Time

Series 4, Episode 8 - Maisie Smith

Fun, chat and music with a cockney twist as Hacker's guest is EastEnders star Maisie Smith. Will he win her over or will she be on the dog and bone to her agent?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
Dilemma. Sue Perkins. Copyright: BBC

Dilemma

Series 1, Episode 1

With Dave Gorman, Richard Herring, Rebecca Front and journalist Dominic Lawson.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
Legal, Decent, Honest And Truthful

Legal, Decent, Honest And Truthful

Episode 2.5: Will Ken and Sandy's plan to use a lion to advertise Leo cosmetics be a roaring success?

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

Harry Hill's TV Burp

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

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:30am (repeat)
Harry Hill's TV Burp. Harry Hill. Copyright: Avalon Television

Harry Hill's TV Burp

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

BBC Radio Scotland 10:30am
90 min
MacAulay And Co. Image shows from L to R: Fred MacAulay, Susan Calman. Copyright: BBC

MacAulay And Co

Edinburgh 2014, Episode 12

Fred and Susan are joined by Pamela Stephenson, Hardeep Singh Kohli, Richard Bacon and Kerry Godliman.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11am (repeat)
The Thin Blue Line. Image shows from L to R: D.I. Grim (David Haig), P.C. Habib (Mina Anwar), Inspector Fowler (Rowan Atkinson), P.C. Goody (James Dreyfus), D.C. Boyle (Mark Addy), Sergeant Dawkins (Serena Evans), P.C. Gladstone (Rudolph Walker). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Thin Blue Line

A selection of episodes from the second series of the policing sitcom.

Radio 4 11:30am (repeat)
The Gobetweenies. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Phoebe Abbott), Joe (Mark Bonnar), Tom (Finlay Christie). Copyright: ABsoLuTeLy Productions

The Gobetweenies

Series 2, Episode 5 - Sex, Guns and Frida Kahlo

Mimi and Joe are in a state of conflicted liberal anguish because Lucy is growing up too fast.

CITV 11:35am (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 11:45am (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.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
The Burkiss Way. Copyright: BBC

The Burkiss Way

Series 3, Episode 5 - One Hour To The Burkiss Way

The chilling dangers from fast breeder reactors like the team.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Series 1, Episode 3

Farmyard impersonations and safari time.

U&Drama channel logo 1pm (repeat)
Terry & June. Image shows from L to R: Terry Medford (Terry Scott), June Medford (June Whitfield). Copyright: BBC

Terry & June

Series 8, Episode 12 - Lover Come Back To Me

Terry experiences pangs of jealousy when June arranges to meet a childhood sweetheart. Misunderstandings and advice from Sir Dennis compound the situation.

CITV 1pm (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 23 - Technical Hitch

Jaz's phone breaks and results in her being sent an older model with a much older Genie. Nobody ever reads the manual!

U&Drama channel logo 1:40pm (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 2, Episode 5 - The Great Race

Terry and Bob challenge each other to a cross-country cycle race, but they have failed to take into account the passage of time since they last tried it and sneaky tactics have to be employed by both of them.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:55pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 4, Episode 18 - Remote Control

Everyone is getting ready to watch a football match on TV, when an out-of-control toy plane hits the TV aerial, ruining the picture.

U&Drama channel logo 2:20pm (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 1, Christmas Special - Sailing

Miserable at the prospect of her first Christmas without Darryl, Tracey is over the moon when two cruise tickets arrive. That is until Garth calls to say he won't be home. She refuses to go at all, but Sharon and Dorien have a devious plan.

U&Drama channel logo 3pm (repeat)
Auf Wiedersehen, Pet

Auf Wiedersehen, Pet

Comedy drama about a group of builders who flee overseas in search of work.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 3:40pm (repeat)
Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Spin-off from Shaun The Sheep for the CBeebies channel, featuring Timmy the baby lamb and his friends.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4pm (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!

A selection of episodes from the seventh series of the wartime sitcom.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:20pm (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 3, Episode 6 - Prodigal Mother

Faith 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.

CITV 4:30pm (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.

CITV 4:45pm (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.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:55pm (repeat)
Duty Free. Image shows from L to R: David Pearce (Keith Barron), Linda Cochran (Joanna Van Gyseghem), Carlos (Carlos Douglas), Robert Cochran (Neil Stacy), Amy Pearce (Gwen Taylor). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

Duty Free

Series 3, Episode 1 - Winter Break

Back home in England, David is still unemployed and fed up. He decides he needs another holiday!

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

Bristow

Series 2, Episode 3 - Mr Bristow Regrets

The Chester-Perry Dinner Dance is out of bounds to the buying clerk - until he falls in with Tom Paine, troublemaker...

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:25pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Stan Butler (Reg Varney). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 3, Episode 8 - Radio Control

Blakey installs a two-way radio in Stan and Jack's cab, but should he believe all he hears?

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 3, Episode 2 - Prat On A Hot Tin Roof

Colours nailed to the mast, Robert Wilson gets his party politicals in a pickle.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (repeat)
Harry Hill's TV Burp. Harry Hill. Copyright: Avalon Television

Harry Hill's TV Burp

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

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Auf Wiedersehen, Pet

Auf Wiedersehen, Pet

Comedy drama about a group of builders who flee overseas in search of work.

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

Desmond's

Series 6, Episode 8 - Judgement Day

A funky American preacher sues Desmond for a distressing haircut.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 6pm (repeat)
Dilemma. Sue Perkins. Copyright: BBC

Dilemma

Series 1, Episode 1

With Dave Gorman, Richard Herring, Rebecca Front and journalist Dominic Lawson.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:30pm (repeat)
Harry Hill's TV Burp. Harry Hill. Copyright: Avalon Television

Harry Hill's TV Burp

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

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Dead Ringers. Image shows from L to R: Lewis Macleod, Debra Stephenson, Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Duncan Wisbey. Copyright: BBC

Dead Ringers

Series 12, Episode 4

John Bishop and Alex Jones host a science show on the BBC; Nigel Farage hosts his own podcast from his local pub; Piers Morgan can't work out why he keeps blacking out; and a song about Frozen.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (repeat)
The Thin Blue Line. Image shows from L to R: D.I. Grim (David Haig), P.C. Habib (Mina Anwar), Inspector Fowler (Rowan Atkinson), P.C. Goody (James Dreyfus), D.C. Boyle (Mark Addy), Sergeant Dawkins (Serena Evans), P.C. Gladstone (Rudolph Walker). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Thin Blue Line

A selection of episodes from the second series of the policing sitcom.

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 8, Episode 12 - Lover Come Back To Me

Terry experiences pangs of jealousy when June arranges to meet a childhood sweetheart. Misunderstandings and advice from Sir Dennis compound the situation.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
The Burkiss Way. Copyright: BBC

The Burkiss Way

Series 3, Episode 5 - One Hour To The Burkiss Way

The chilling dangers from fast breeder reactors like the team.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Series 1, Episode 3

Farmyard impersonations and safari time.

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 4, Episode 6 - The Anniversary Party

Jean and Lionel are now officially engaged, and relationships are brought to the fore at Stephen and Penny's anniversary party.

ITV Encore 8pm (repeat)
At Home With The Braithwaites

At Home With The Braithwaites

Comedy drama about the Leeds Braithwaite family, whose lives are changed when mum wins £36 million on the lottery.

U&Drama channel logo 8:20pm (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 2, Episode 5 - The Great Race

Terry and Bob challenge each other to a cross-country cycle race, but they have failed to take into account the passage of time since they last tried it and sneaky tactics have to be employed by both of them.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason), Grandad (Lennard Pearce). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

A selection of episodes from the fifth series of Britain's most popular sitcom.

London Live 9pm (repeat)
Coupling. Image shows from L to R: Jane (Gina Bellman), Susan (Sarah Alexander), Jeff (Richard Coyle), Steve (Jack Davenport), Sally (Kate Isitt), Patrick (Ben Miles). Copyright: Hartswood Films Ltd

Coupling

Series 2, Episode 9 - The End Of The Line

There's trouble on the telephone when Susan and Jeff get their mobiles mixed up. Meanwhile, Steve is panicking after giving another woman his number.

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 15, Episode 7

Jimmy, Sean and Jon are joined by Jack Dee, Victoria Coren, Matt Edmondson and Rob Beckett.

Comedy Central 9pm (repeat)
Micky Flanagan's Out Out Tour. Micky Flanagan. Copyright: On The Box Productions

Micky Flanagan's Out Out Tour

Television edit of the hit 2011 stand-up show The Out Out Tour Live, by East End comic Micky Flanagan.

Sky Arts 2 9pm (repeat)
Sensitive Skin. Davina Jackson (Joanna Lumley). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Sensitive Skin

Series 1, Episode 1

Davina Jackson has hit 61 but still looks great, as does her husband. Having downsized, they have cash for a new lifestyle, but with a dysfunctional son, not everything is rosy.

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 episodes from the third and fourth series of the lie-based panel game.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9pm (repeat)
MacAulay And Co. Image shows from L to R: Fred MacAulay, Susan Calman. Copyright: BBC

MacAulay And Co

Edinburgh 2014, Episode 12

Fred and Susan are joined by Pamela Stephenson, Hardeep Singh Kohli, Richard Bacon and Kerry Godliman.

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

Through The Keyhole

Series 1, Episode 5

Regular panellist Dave Berry is joined this week by Spice Girl Emma Bunton and former EastEnders star Larry Lamb.

London Live 9:30pm (repeat)
Coupling. Image shows from L to R: Jane (Gina Bellman), Susan (Sarah Alexander), Jeff (Richard Coyle), Steve (Jack Davenport), Sally (Kate Isitt), Patrick (Ben Miles). Copyright: Hartswood Films Ltd

Coupling

Series 3, Episode 1 - Split

Following their split, both Sally and Steve are agonising over using the telephone. She's insistent she's not desperate, but he definitely is!

Sky Arts 2 9:35pm (repeat)
Sensitive Skin. Davina Jackson (Joanna Lumley). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Sensitive Skin

Series 1, Episode 2

A chance meeting with an old schoolfriend prompts Davina to start looking back on her childhood, and when her mother suffers another stroke she returns to old haunts. Meanwhile, Al meets an old flame.

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 16, Highlights Special - Best Bits

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

London Live 10pm (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.

Comedy Central 10pm
60 min version
(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.

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

Desmond's

Series 6, Episode 8 - Judgement Day

A funky American preacher sues Desmond for a distressing haircut.

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
Some People With Jokes. Copyright: BBC

Some People With Jokes

Series 1, Episode 5 - Some Scousers With Jokes: Volume 2

More folk from Liverpool share their favourite gags.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Dead Ringers. Image shows from L to R: Lewis Macleod, Debra Stephenson, Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Duncan Wisbey. Copyright: BBC

Dead Ringers

Series 12, Episode 3

David Attenborough's researchers rely on Wikipedia, some minor celebrities ask Scotland to stay with the rest of the UK, some familiar voices phone up the European Space Agency, and Elton John sings some nursery rhymes.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
30 min
The Mimic. Martin Hurdle (Terry Mynott). Copyright: Running Bare Pictures

The Mimic

Series 2, Episode 6

In this heart-breaking series finale it's the big day at last and Harriet and Martin are due to tie the knot...

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own 6. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 6, Episode 5

The bad news is that Red team captain Jamie Redknapp is out of action and on the bench this week, but the good is that his absence is filled by former cricketer Shane Warne, comedian Jason Manford, presenter Gabby Logan and Chelsea's Frank Lampard.

VIVA 10:30pm (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Janet (Sheridan Smith), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Louise (Kathryn Drysdale), Tim (Luke Gell), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 7, Episode 5 - Here Bums The Bride

Gaz works through his list of three things he must do before he dies. Donna gets work in a charity shop to try to overcome her fear of death. Louise stumbles across a massive secret about Corinthian.

London Live 10:30pm (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.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Lenny Henry

Rudy's Rare Records

Series 2, Episode 4 - Ride With Me

Adam takes his mortality a little too seriously, and finds himself confronted with a little too much Lycra.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:30pm
30 min
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 17, Highlights Special - Jimmy, Sean & Jon's Best Bits

Jimmy Carr is joined by team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson for a compilation show of their best bits from the last series. Guests include Jack Dee, Jo Brand, Jerry Springer, Johnny Vegas, Mel Giedroyc, Lethal Bizzle, Carol Vorderman and Josh Widdicombe.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:50pm (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell), Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 7, Episode 3 - A Beautiful Mind

Jeremy attempts to impress Zahra by holding a book group at the flat, but apart from Mr Nice, Jeremy has never read a book. Mark meanwhile is worried that he is unable to satisfy Dobby's sexual needs, and decides to purchase some help.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (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

Christmas Special - Joe's Crackers

It's Christmas Day at the Royles' and Barbara is up to her eyes in it as Jim is out of action due to an unfortunate incident in the precinct.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series G, Episode 13 - Gothic

With Jimmy Carr, Jack Dee and Sue Perkins.

Radio 4 11pm
15 min
The Future Of Radio. Copyright: Pier Productions

The Future Of Radio

Series 1, Episode 4 - Good Vibrations

Luke discovers that certain low frequencies add a whole new dimension to Book at Bedtime.

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

The Shuttleworths

John Shuttleworth's Open Mind, Episode 2 - Ghosts

Spooky happenings hamper John's investigation this week, as he delves into the world of ghosts. He can't afford a night at a haunted hotel, but does garner some expert advice from his telephone guest, Yvette Fielding.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:05pm
40 min version
(repeat)
Room 101. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 1, Episode 1 - Danny Baker, Fern Britton, Robert Webb

Frank Skinner acts as host of the new revamped series. This week Danny Baker, Fern Britton and Robert Webb try to send the things they hate the most into the infamous Orwellian chamber. Nominations include Jeremy Kyle and panel shows.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm (repeat)
The Inbetweeners Go Global. Image shows from L to R: James Buckley, Simon Bird, Joe Thomas, Blake Harrison. Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners Go Global

Special programme featuring the stars of The Inbetweeners ahead of the release of The Inbetweeners 2.

VIVA 11:10pm (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Janet (Sheridan Smith), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Louise (Kathryn Drysdale), Tim (Luke Gell), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 7, Episode 6 - Six Months Later

When the bailiffs come to repossess her house, Janet has just 24 hours to get some money or lose her home. Louise finds a rich criminal who seems keen to help but all he offers Janet is a spit roast. Gaz struggles to babysit his son Corinthian. Donna desperately awaits the call to an interview for her dream job.

Radio 4 11:15pm
15 min
Little Lifetimes By Jenny Eclair. Jenny Eclair. Copyright: BBC

Little Lifetimes By Jenny Eclair

Series 1, Episode 4 - George's Cake

Bea can tell you how to peel an onion without crying or how to make the perfect pavlova. In her Shaker style kitchen she prepares a very special Birthday cake for her husband and reflects on a lifetime of culinary success and marital woe.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:20pm (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell), Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 7, Episode 4 - Nether Zone

It's the day of Mark's baby's christening and he arranges to pick up Jeremy, the baby's godfather, from Zahra's flat on his way to the church. But unfortunately the lads get locked in the hallway.

Sky Atlantic logo. Copyright: Sky 11:20pm (repeat)
Set List. Copyright: Princess Productions / Susquehanna Hats

Set List: Stand-Up Without A Net

Highlights Special - More Of The Best Of Set List

Another collection of the highlights from this series of Set List.

Comedy Central 11:30pm (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.

Comedy Central Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Seann Walsh World. Seann Walsh. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Seann Walsh World

Episode 1

Seann Walsh presents an energetic mix of stand-up comedy, sketch and viral clips. This first episode includes Seann discussing the 'toilet roll walk'.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Sarah Millican

...At The Stand

Sarah At The Stand, Episode 3

Sarah Millican is joined by Davey See, John Moloney and Gary Delaney.

BBC One Scotland. Copyright: BBC 11:35pm
40 min version
(repeat)
Room 101. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 1, Episode 1 - Danny Baker, Fern Britton, Robert Webb

Frank Skinner acts as host of the new revamped series. This week Danny Baker, Fern Britton and Robert Webb try to send the things they hate the most into the infamous Orwellian chamber. Nominations include Jeremy Kyle and panel shows.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:45pm (repeat)
Poets' Tree

Poets' Tree

Episode 3

Paul Hamilton, the Islington poet, hears verse written by a computer, conducts a rare interview with legendary poet Celia Tierny and meets the English teacher who inspired his first attempts at poetry.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight (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 episodes from the third and fourth series of the lie-based panel game.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:15am (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Nessa (Ruth Jones), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Stacey (Joanna Page), Smithy (James Corden). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

A selection of episodes from the second series of the sitcom by and starring Ruth Jones and James Corden.

ITV Encore 12:15am (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.

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

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 7, Episode 5 - Here Bums The Bride

Gaz works through his list of three things he must do before he dies. Donna gets work in a charity shop to try to overcome her fear of death. Louise stumbles across a massive secret about Corinthian.

BBC Three 12:30am (repeat)
Siblings. Image shows from L to R: Dan (Tom Stourton), Hannah (Charlotte Ritchie). Copyright: Bwark Productions

Siblings

Series 1, Episode 2 - Vet Drugs

Hannah's best friend from university arrives home from travelling, now with a fiancé in tow - charming vet, Rich. He offers Dan a job at his practice, but Hannah can't stand him.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:35am (repeat)
Virtually Famous. Image shows from L to R: Chris Stark, Kevin McHale, Seann Walsh. Copyright: Talkback / Hungry Bear Media

Virtually Famous

Series 1, Episode 5

Seann Walsh and Chris Stark are joined by Romesh Ranganathan and Tom Rosenthal, loveable Essex girl Stacey Solomon and boy band superstars Bradley and Tristan from The Vamps.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:50am
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 15, Episode 4

Jimmy, Sean and Jon are joined by guests Tess Daly, Stephen Mangan, Kian Egan and Tony Law to thrash out the hot topics of the week.

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

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 7, Episode 6 - Six Months Later

When the bailiffs come to repossess her house, Janet has just 24 hours to get some money or lose her home. Louise finds a rich criminal who seems keen to help but all he offers Janet is a spit roast. Gaz struggles to babysit his son Corinthian. Donna desperately awaits the call to an interview for her dream job.

London Live 1am (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.

BBC Three 1am (repeat)
Cuckoo. Image shows from L to R: Dale (Taylor Lautner), Ken (Greg Davies). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Cuckoo

Series 2, Episode 2 - Potato Party

Dylan plans a party as an elaborate way to seduce Zoe, while Dale is looking for a path in life - and alights on Cuckoo's potato van.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 1am (repeat)
Dilemma. Sue Perkins. Copyright: BBC

Dilemma

Series 1, Episode 1

With Dave Gorman, Richard Herring, Rebecca Front and journalist Dominic Lawson.

Comedy Central 1:10am (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 1:30am (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.

Comedy Central Extra 1:30am (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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:55am (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

Christmas Special - Joe's Crackers

It's Christmas Day at the Royles' and Barbara is up to her eyes in it as Jim is out of action due to an unfortunate incident in the precinct.

Comedy Central Extra 2:05am (repeat)
Seann Walsh World. Seann Walsh. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Seann Walsh World

Episode 1

Seann Walsh presents an energetic mix of stand-up comedy, sketch and viral clips. This first episode includes Seann discussing the 'toilet roll walk'.

ITV Encore 2:10am (repeat)
At Home With The Braithwaites

At Home With The Braithwaites

Comedy drama about the Leeds Braithwaite family, whose lives are changed when mum wins £36 million on the lottery.

Sky Arts 2 3am (repeat)
Sensitive Skin. Davina Jackson (Joanna Lumley). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Sensitive Skin

Series 1, Episode 1

Davina Jackson has hit 61 but still looks great, as does her husband. Having downsized, they have cash for a new lifestyle, but with a dysfunctional son, not everything is rosy.

Comedy Central Extra 3:05am (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.

Comedy Central Extra 3:30am (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.

Sky Arts 2 3:35am (repeat)
Sensitive Skin. Davina Jackson (Joanna Lumley). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Sensitive Skin

Series 1, Episode 2

A chance meeting with an old schoolfriend prompts Davina to start looking back on her childhood, and when her mother suffers another stroke she returns to old haunts. Meanwhile, Al meets an old flame.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
Bristow. Copyright: BBC

Bristow

Series 2, Episode 3 - Mr Bristow Regrets

The Chester-Perry Dinner Dance is out of bounds to the buying clerk - until he falls in with Tom Paine, troublemaker...

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 3, Episode 2 - Prat On A Hot Tin Roof

Colours nailed to the mast, Robert Wilson gets his party politicals in a pickle.

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