British Comedy Guide

Schedule Thursday 4th December 2014

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The Upper Hand. Image shows from L to R: Joanna Burrows (Kellie Bright), Laura West (Honor Blackman), Charlie Burrows (Joe McGann), Tom Wheatley (William Puttock), Caroline Wheatley (Diana Weston)

The Upper Hand

Series 4, Episode 15 - The Manageress

Charlie argues with daughter Joanna when he tries to stop her from managing Al's band.

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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 6

Harvey's been running Bayview so well that the board have decided to launch the Bayview name and formula as a national franchise opportunity for others. But first they need to film a promotional video.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

The Elephant Man

Episode 3, Keeper v Keeper: There is a new arrival at Southwood Zoo and Terry must mark his territory.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 7:20am (repeat)
French Fields. Image shows from L to R: William Fields (Anton Rodgers), Hester Fields (Julia McKenzie). Copyright: Thames Television

French Fields

Series 2, Episode 5 - Sale Or Return

The Marquis has put the house up for sale, causing William and Hester quite some hassle, not least the thought of finding new accommodation. The odious Trendles are particularly keen to buy the property.

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The Joke Machine. Joke Master (Jarred Christmas). Copyright: Liberty Bell

The Joke Machine

Episode 25

This episode's jokers are St James's versus Burgh.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
My Teenage Diary. Rufus Hound

My Teenage Diary

Series 6, Episode 1 - Terry Wogan

Terry Wogan's 1953 diary describes his adolescence in Limerick, where he often ate lunch in bed and spent hours playing Subuteo with his friends.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40am (repeat)
Sorry!. Timothy Lumsden (Ronnie Corbett). Copyright: BBC

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.

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George & Mildred. Image shows from L to R: Mildred Roper (Yootha Joyce), George Roper (Brian Murphy). Copyright: Thames Television

George & Mildred

Series 4, Episode 4 - All Work And No Pay

George's no-nonsense approach to traffic control has annoyed one too many of his superiors and colleagues, and after a stern talking to - plus some characteristic advice from Jerry - he manages to resign. Needless to say, Mildred is not pleased.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
It Sticks Out Half A Mile. Image shows from L to R: Frank Pike (Ian Lavender), Arthur Wilson (John Le Mesurier), Miss Perkins (Vivienne Martin), Bert Hodges (Bill Pertwee). Copyright: BBC

It Sticks Out Half A Mile

Episode 7 - The First Meeting

Pike and Hodges continue their campaign to save the pier, while Uncle Arthur upsets Mavis Pike.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8:25am (repeat)
The Darling Buds Of May. Pop Larkin (David Jason)

The Darling Buds Of May

Comedy drama series about H.E. Bates's eccentric Larkin family.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
Listen To Les

Listen To Les

Les Dawson reflects on life insurance and what a condemned man's last request might be.

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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.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
How to Be Bohemian. Victoria Coren Mitchell. Copyright: BBC

Heresy

Series 5, Episode 6

With Michael Bywater, David Mitchell and Arthur Smith.

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

Robin And Wendy's Wet Weekends

Series 4, Episode 1 - Autumn Crocus

Wendy is pregnant and extremely excited at the prospect of becoming a mother at last. Robin is panicking and trying to cram in all those things he wished he'd done before having a baby, like buy a motorbike! Their next door neighbours, manic depressive Derek, and his bored younger wife, Maureen, are as ever being supportive, in their own special way.

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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, Christmas Special - A Tale Of Two Sweaters

Howard finds himself in deep water when he is given jumpers from both Pearl and Marina for Christmas.

CITV 10:25am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

A selection of four episodes from the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.

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'Allo 'Allo!. Image shows from L to R: Edith Melba Artois (Carmen Silvera), René François Artois (Gorden Kaye), Yvette Carte-Blanche (Vicki Michelle). Copyright: BBC

'Allo 'Allo!

Series 8, Episode 5 - Firing Squashed

Whilst Flick and Von Smallhausen look set to face the firing squad for robbing the garrison pay truck, the Colonel and Lieutenant Gruber - still dressed as Hitler and Goering - are captured by the Communists. Michelle's Resistance wish to use the duo for their own ends, but who will win?

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Millie Inbetween. Millie (Millie Innes). Copyright: The Foundation

Millie Inbetween

Series 1, Episode 2 - Double Date

Millie and Lauren try to coax their reluctant dad back onto the dating scene, with consequences they could never have predicted.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:10am (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.

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Hobson's Choice

Hobson's Choice

Screen adaptation of Harold Brighouse's classic Lancashire comedy.

CITV 11:25am (repeat)
Sooty. Richard (Richard Cadell). Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 12 - The Inventions Game

Sooty's latest Inventions take the gang onto a TV game show. Can they win over the show's judge, 'The Boss' or will Sweep throw a bone in the works? Guest starring John Thompson.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:50am (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 6

Harvey's been running Bayview so well that the board have decided to launch the Bayview name and formula as a national franchise opportunity for others. But first they need to film a promotional video.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
It Sticks Out Half A Mile. Image shows from L to R: Frank Pike (Ian Lavender), Arthur Wilson (John Le Mesurier), Miss Perkins (Vivienne Martin), Bert Hodges (Bill Pertwee). Copyright: BBC

It Sticks Out Half A Mile

Episode 7 - The First Meeting

Pike and Hodges continue their campaign to save the pier, while Uncle Arthur upsets Mavis Pike.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:30pm (repeat)
Bring Me Morecambe And Wise. Image shows from L to R: Eric Morecambe, Ernie Wise. Copyright: North One Television

Bring Me Morecambe And Wise

Episode 3 - At Home With Eric And Ern

GOLD's five-part tribute to the comedy duo here focuses on their home-based sketches, and explains how they came to share a bed.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
Listen To Les

Listen To Les

Les Dawson reflects on life insurance and what a condemned man's last request might be.

U&Drama channel logo 1pm (repeat)
The Liver Birds. Image shows from L to R: Beryl Hennessey (Polly James), Sandra Hutchinson (Nerys Hughes). Copyright: BBC

The Liver Birds

Series 5, Episode 4 - Love Is A Many Stupid Thing

Love & peace between man & beast is Sandra's new cause. But love & peace between man & Sandra causes trouble for The Liver Birds.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:30pm (repeat)
Sorry!. Timothy Lumsden (Ronnie Corbett). Copyright: BBC

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.

U&Drama channel logo 1:40pm (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 2, Episode 2 - Who's That Dancing With Nora Batty Then?

One of Compo's neighbours is preparing to emigrate to Austrlia; Blamire reveals a musical talent; and Compo displays a mysterious scar. Has Aggie Duckett struck again?

The Africa Channel 2pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 6, Christmas Special - O Little Town Of Peckham

Shirley is planning a traditional Guyanese Christmas but the family have other plans.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:10pm (repeat)
Millie Inbetween. Millie (Millie Innes). Copyright: The Foundation

Millie Inbetween

Series 1, Episode 2 - Double Date

Millie and Lauren try to coax their reluctant dad back onto the dating scene, with consequences they could never have predicted.

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 8, Episode 4 - Baggage

When the past collides with the present at a school reunion, Sharon, Tracey and Dorien have to re-assess their lives.

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

Shaun The Sheep

Series 1, Episode 29 - If You Can't Stand The Heat

On a blisteringly hot day, the Flock want to cool off in the Sheep Dip, but first they have to find some way to keep the Farmer and Bitzer away.

CITV 3:05pm (repeat)
Sooty. Richard (Richard Cadell). Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 13 - Balancing Act

When Richard claims to be an expert gymnast, Sooty and the gang insist he shows off his skills. But with a host of traps waiting for him at the gym, will he make it to the gymnastics show in one piece?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:40pm (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 27, Christmas Special - A Tale Of Two Sweaters

Howard finds himself in deep water when he is given jumpers from both Pearl and Marina for Christmas.

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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 2, Episode 5 - Young and Foolish

Faith is tickled pink to discover a student has a crush on her, much to the amusement of daughter Hannah.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:20pm (repeat)
'Allo 'Allo!. Image shows from L to R: Edith Melba Artois (Carmen Silvera), René François Artois (Gorden Kaye), Yvette Carte-Blanche (Vicki Michelle). Copyright: BBC

'Allo 'Allo!

Series 8, Episode 5 - Firing Squashed

Whilst Flick and Von Smallhausen look set to face the firing squad for robbing the garrison pay truck, the Colonel and Lieutenant Gruber - still dressed as Hitler and Goering - are captured by the Communists. Michelle's Resistance wish to use the duo for their own ends, but who will win?

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:40pm (repeat)
French Fields. Image shows from L to R: William Fields (Anton Rodgers), Hester Fields (Julia McKenzie). Copyright: Thames Television

French Fields

Series 2, Episode 6 - Double Or Quit

William finally appears to have made friends with Monsieur Dax - by beating him in a boules match and getting riotously drunk! However, the auction on the house is fast approaching, and Hester worries their budget is not large enough.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 3, Episode 3 - Spring

Spring's on the way, and the Vicar has just about managed to get Alice and Hugo to agree to a reasonably sensible name for their baby. That means that the Christening can finally take place - but first, David has romance, and Geraldine, squarely on his mind.

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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.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
No Commitments

No Commitments

Episode 3.3, Talking Shop: Charlotte makes a momentous decision, and her sisters must suffer the aftermath.

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Gigglebiz. Justin Fletcher. Copyright: BBC

Gigglebiz

Series 3, Episode 9

Zany scientist Professor Muddles has some trouble with his pet cat and some itchy fleas, Nana Knickerbocker finds herself at a bus stop and thinks she's in the panto Dick Whittington and Storybook Stan tries and fails to read a winter's tale.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:15pm (repeat)
George & Mildred. Image shows from L to R: Mildred Roper (Yootha Joyce), George Roper (Brian Murphy). Copyright: Thames Television

George & Mildred

Series 5, Episode 1 - Finders Keepers?

When George finds a lost credit card, he wonders if there might be a reward. Meanwhile, Mildred suspects that another wedding anniversary will go by, forgotten, and Jeffrey is bothered by Tristram's new playmates.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:30pm (repeat)
Boj. Copyright: Pesky Productions

Boj

Episode 23 - The Amazing Cloppity

Boj and his buddies discover Mr Cloppity's skills as a magician and encourage him to put on a show. When it all goes horribly wrong, can Boj's finale trick save the show?

CITV 5:30pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 49 - In The Pink

Mr Bean finds himself lumbered with an unwanted pet in the form of a four-legged ball of pink fur with piggy eyes and a penchant for earthworms. Encyclopaedias leave him none the wiser as to the identity of the pesky creature, but Bean cannot bring himself to abandon it.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

The Elephant Man

Episode 3, Keeper v Keeper: There is a new arrival at Southwood Zoo and Terry must mark his territory.

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Monty Python: Almost The Truth. Copyright: Bill And Ben Productions / Eagle Rock Film Productions

Monty Python: Almost The Truth

Episode 4

The Pythons make it big in the States, release their first film, And Now For Something Completely Different, and then set out to make Monty Python And The Holy Grail.

CITV 5:45pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 50 - Dinner For Two

Mr Bean forgets the golden rule - never fall asleep in the bath when you have got a chicken in the oven. So what romantic meal can he quickly rustle up for his luckless girlfriend, Irma Gobb? The cheese from the mousetrap? The flower from the vase? A meal is eventually provided by an uninvited guest.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:50pm (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, Episode 3 - Chain Gang

When offered the deal of the century by a new acquaintance, Del puts together a consortium to help purchase a suitcase full of gold chains. Predictably, the plan goes catastrophically wrong.

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (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 8, Episode 4 - Baggage

When the past collides with the present at a school reunion, Sharon, Tracey and Dorien have to re-assess their lives.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 6pm (repeat)
How to Be Bohemian. Victoria Coren Mitchell. Copyright: BBC

Heresy

Series 5, Episode 6

With Michael Bywater, David Mitchell and Arthur Smith.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:25pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 4, Episode 12 - Men At Work

When the Farmer discovers he's sprung a leak, he calls the water board to come and fix the problem. The bored flock are thrilled by the opportunity to have some watery fun. When the workmen clock off, the party begins.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
My Teenage Diary. Rufus Hound

My Teenage Diary

Series 6, Episode 2 - Chris Difford

Rufus Hound is joined by musician Chris Difford, whose 1974 diary talks about the early days of Squeeze and describes a wild ride down the A20 on the back of a motorbike.

U&Drama channel logo 6:40pm (repeat)
Bread. Image shows from L to R: Joey Boswell (Graham Bickley), Aveline Boswell (Melanie Hill), Nellie Boswell (Jean Boht), Grandad (Kenneth Waller), Shifty (Bryan Murray), Adrian Boswell (Jonathon Morris), Billy Boswell (Nick Conway), Freddie Boswell (Ronald Forfar). Copyright: BBC

Bread

Series 7, Episode 7

The family go off on holiday to a stately home and find that it doesn't matter how posh the place they still argue wherever they are. Adrian and Irene, however, have stayed at home alone...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (repeat)
Bring Me Morecambe And Wise. Image shows from L to R: Eric Morecambe, Ernie Wise. Copyright: North One Television

Bring Me Morecambe And Wise

Episode 4 - The Plays Wot Ernie Wrote

GOLD's tribute to the beloved double act here recalls their big-screen outings, their thespian guests, and Ernie's 'great' plays.

The Africa Channel 7pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 6, Episode 12 - Sign Of The Times

Desmond has ordered a neon sign for the shop and Lee has got it for him at a bargain price.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
It Sticks Out Half A Mile. Image shows from L to R: Frank Pike (Ian Lavender), Arthur Wilson (John Le Mesurier), Miss Perkins (Vivienne Martin), Bert Hodges (Bill Pertwee). Copyright: BBC

It Sticks Out Half A Mile

Episode 7 - The First Meeting

Pike and Hodges continue their campaign to save the pier, while Uncle Arthur upsets Mavis Pike.

U&Drama channel logo 7:20pm (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 2, Episode 2 - Who's That Dancing With Nora Batty Then?

One of Compo's neighbours is preparing to emigrate to Austrlia; Blamire reveals a musical talent; and Compo displays a mysterious scar. Has Aggie Duckett struck again?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
Listen To Les

Listen To Les

Les Dawson reflects on life insurance and what a condemned man's last request might be.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 7:45pm (repeat)
Little Crackers. Dad (Sanjeev Bhaskar)

Little Crackers

Little Crackers 2011, Episode 10 - Sanjeev Bhaskar's Little Cracker

It really is a Christmas to remember in a short inspired, written and directed by Sanjeev Bhaskar.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 3, Episode 4 - Summer

When could be worse to suffer more than a fortnight without running water, than during a summer heatwave? It's all down to demand in the region, and fortunately the water company have a plan to resolve it. It'll make millionaires of some Dibley residents, but have long-reaching consequences.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8pm (repeat)
Doc Martin. Dr Martin Ellingham (Martin Clunes). Copyright: Buffalo Pictures / Homerun Productions

Doc Martin

Series 6, Episode 5 - The Practice Around The Corner

Mrs Tishell returns to the village. Martin has to work out what is wrong with beach comber Lorna. Al and Morwenna have an internet dating disaster, and romance is blossoming for Bert and Jennifer.

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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:50pm (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, Episode 4 - The Unlucky Winner Is...

Del enters an old painting of Rodney's in to a competition and unexpectedly wins a holiday for three. Unfortunately for Rodney, his painting came first in the under 15 category... Del decides not to tell anyone and deal with it once they get out there.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm
50 min version
(repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 14, Episode 5

This week, Jon Richardson is joined by Holly Walsh and rapper Example, whilst Sean Lock has actor John Hannah and Canadian comic Bobby Mair on his team.

Comedy Central 9pm
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.

U&Dave channel logo 9:30pm (repeat)
More4 logo. 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 13, Episode 1

Jimmy Carr once again oversees the disputes and deliberations on the topical events that set the nation's chins wagging. Jon Richardson and Sean Lock are joined by Joe Wilkinson, Ellie Taylor, Natalie Cassidy and Gabby Logan.

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

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Sitcom following the lives and loves of a group of twenty-somethings in Runcorn, an industrial town in the North of England.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (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, Christmas Special

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.

Comedy Central Extra 10pm (repeat)
Kevin Bridges - The Story So Far. Kevin Bridges. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Kevin Bridges - The Story So Far

Scottish stand-up Kevin Bridges performs his 2010 live show in front of a packed Glasgow audience.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 9, Episode 7

Russell looks at Black Friday, the new Star Wars trailer and if Jesus was a stand-up comedian.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Smithy (James Corden). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 2, Episode 4

Mick becomes a minor celebrity for the night after appearing on the news.

Radio 2 logo 10pm (repeat)
Radio 2's History Of British Comedy. David Mitchell. Copyright: Made In Manchester Productions

Radio 2's History Of British Comedy

Episode 3

In part three, David considers Carry On innuendo, the birth of satire, and the heyday of light entertainment, as he examines '60s and '70s British comedy.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
My Teenage Diary. Rufus Hound

My Teenage Diary

Series 6, Episode 1 - Terry Wogan

Terry Wogan's 1953 diary describes his adolescence in Limerick, where he often ate lunch in bed and spent hours playing Subuteo with his friends.

BBC Four 10pm
30 min
Puppy Love. Image shows from L to R: Nana V (Joanna Scanlan), Naomi (Vicki Pepperdine). Copyright: BBC / Woof Productions

Puppy Love

Episode 4

It's a big day for Naomi. Jepherson Denomer, a trustee from the charity she works for, is coming on a fact-finding visit.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
65 min
Babylon. Image shows from L to R: Tom Oliver (Jonny Sweet), Richard Miller (James Nesbitt), Charles Inglis (Paterson Joseph). Copyright: Nightjack

Babylon

Episode 4

The team are reeling in the wake of recent events.

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

Laura Solon: Talking And Not Talking

Series 3, Episode 1

Carole gives a talk at her school; Bedfordshire County Council worker Pamela Harris joins an international conference of planetary delegates; and a man finds a unique use for his dead pets.

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

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 5, Episode 1 - Dead

Jonny finds his near-death experience of being gunned down by the police has a profound affect on his relationship with Janet, as she struggles to cope with her loss. The funeral of Donna's mother takes place.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:40pm (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell), Dobby (Isy Suttie), Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 8, Episode 5 - Chairman Mark

Jeremy, desperate to avoid living with Superhans, sparks up an old relationship with Mark's sister, Sara.

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Smithy (James Corden). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 2, Episode 4

Mick becomes a minor celebrity for the night after appearing on the news.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
Sitcom Does.... Ricky Tomlinson. Copyright: North One Television

Sitcom Does...

Episode 4 - Sitcom Does Christmas With Ricky Tomlinson

Ricky Tomlinson looks at how sitcoms have mirrored the madness and merriment of the festive period, featuring Gavin & Stacey, The Vicar Of Dibley and Father Ted.

Radio 4 11pm (repeat)
Another Case Of Milton Jones. Milton (Milton Jones). Copyright: Pozzitive Productions

Another Case Of Milton Jones

Series 5, Episode 4 - Royal Speech Therapist

As the Royal Speech Therapist, Milton Jones helps a prince find his voice and a king find his pomegranates.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Continuity. Announcer (Alistair McGowan). Copyright: Unique Productions

Continuity

Episode 2

We welcome the return of Musical Notebook, cast our minds back to the controversial career of that terror of the music halls, the irrepressible comic Lennie Bloom, and discuss the revamp of Desert Island Discs.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 11pm (repeat)
Celebrity Juice. Image shows from L to R: Holly Willoughby, Rufus Hound, Leigh Francis, Fearne Cotton

Celebrity Juice

Series 5, Episode 6

Keith, Fearne, Holly and Rufus are joined by Johnny Vegas, Patsy Kensit and Craig Revel Horwood. Who knows the most about the week's showbiz news? Plus Jedward take on Keith in a side-splitting challenge.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm (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 18, Episode 9

With guests Kelly Hoppen, Louis Smith, Henning Wehn and David O'Doherty.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:10pm (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell), Dobby (Isy Suttie), Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 8, Episode 6 - Quantocking II

Dobby is offered a job in New York by ex-boyfriend Simon. Uncertain about the offer, Dobby suggests that she and Mark spend a weekend in the country. The perfect time, as far as Jeremy is concerned, to get a few things off his chest.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:15pm (repeat)
Guy Browning's Small Talk

Guy Browning's Small Talk

Episode 2, How to Go to a Party: The writer and humourist shares his tips on making merry and avoiding being 'de-mingled'.

U&Drama channel logo 11:20pm (repeat)
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Birds Of A Feather

Series 8, Episode 4 - Baggage

When the past collides with the present at a school reunion, Sharon, Tracey and Dorien have to re-assess their lives.

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Mock The Week

Series 8, Highlights Special

Dara O'Briain presents a special show featuring unseen material and favourite bits from this series.

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

A Look Back At The Nineties

Episode 3 - 1997

Episode 3, 1997: Brian Perkins, Kate Robbins and Chris Barrie 'look back' at the decade that was yet to happen.

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Fresh Meat

Series 1, Episode 6

JP finds out his father has serious health issues, and decides the best response is to take his first acid trip. Oregon is distraught to learn that her childhood horse is dying, culminating in the revelation that she isn't called Oregon at all, but Melissa.

Comedy Central 11:50pm
60 min version
(repeat)
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Russell Howard's Good News

Topical stand-up comedy and chat show hosted by Russell Howard.

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Plebs

Series 2, Episode 8 - The Race

Marcus is stressed because the girls will soon be deported unless they raise 3,000 denarii. Stylax suggests they bet their savings on him winning an underground chariot race. Grumio visits Landlord in prison through a sewage pipe.

London Live Midnight (repeat)
Green Wing. Mac Macartney (Julian Rhind-Tutt). Copyright: Talkback Productions

Green Wing

Series 2, Episode 1

Following the accident Mac is now in a coma. As such he is getting some very strange dreams and a lot of visitors. Elsewhere, Boyce's daddy has died, Statham tries to play a prank on Joanna, and Guy drowns his sorrows down the pub.

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Early Doors. Image shows from L to R: Joe (Craig Cash), Duffy (Phil Mealey). Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Early Doors

Series 2, Episode 4

The future of The Grapes is uncertain as Ken the landlord is ready to throw the towel in. Tanya however has different plans for him and romance is high on her agenda. A police informant spurs Phil and Nige into some drastic action.

ITV Encore 12:05am (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.

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

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Sitcom following the lives and loves of a group of twenty-somethings in Runcorn, an industrial town in the North of England.

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50 min version
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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 10, Episode 3

Mark Watson, Stephen Mangan, Daniel Sloss and Vanessa Feltz take part in the comedy quiz.

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Extras

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

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

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 5, Episode 1 - Dead

Jonny finds his near-death experience of being gunned down by the police has a profound affect on his relationship with Janet, as she struggles to cope with her loss. The funeral of Donna's mother takes place.

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Little Crackers. Dad (Sanjeev Bhaskar)

Little Crackers

Little Crackers 2011, Episode 10 - Sanjeev Bhaskar's Little Cracker

It really is a Christmas to remember in a short inspired, written and directed by Sanjeev Bhaskar.

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Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Smithy (James Corden). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 2, Episode 3

Stacey's getting used to being an 'Essex wife' but it's not as exciting as she'd hoped.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 1am (repeat)
How to Be Bohemian. Victoria Coren Mitchell. Copyright: BBC

Heresy

Series 5, Episode 6

With Michael Bywater, David Mitchell and Arthur Smith.

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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.

Comedy Central Extra 1:35am (repeat)
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Seann Walsh World

Episode 8

Tonight Seann Walsh deals with taser-ball, the man scared of puppies, the 'golden rainbow', and taming a bouncer.

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Gavin & Stacey

Series 2, Episode 4

Mick becomes a minor celebrity for the night after appearing on the news.

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Early Doors. Image shows from L to R: Joe (Craig Cash), Duffy (Phil Mealey). Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Early Doors

Series 2, Episode 4

The future of The Grapes is uncertain as Ken the landlord is ready to throw the towel in. Tanya however has different plans for him and romance is high on her agenda. A police informant spurs Phil and Nige into some drastic action.

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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 18, Episode 9

With guests Kelly Hoppen, Louis Smith, Henning Wehn and David O'Doherty.

BBC Three 2:05am (repeat)
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Sweat The Small Stuff

Series 4, Episode 6

With guest panellists Tulisa, Professor Green and comedians Seann Walsh and Tash Demetriou.

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Almost Royal

Series 1, Episode 4 - New York

True Brits Georgie and Poppy have arrived in a very chilled New York.

BBC Four 2:10am (repeat)
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Puppy Love

Episode 4

It's a big day for Naomi. Jepherson Denomer, a trustee from the charity she works for, is coming on a fact-finding visit.

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Monty Python: Almost The Truth

Episode 4

The Pythons make it big in the States, release their first film, And Now For Something Completely Different, and then set out to make Monty Python And The Holy Grail.

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24 Hours To Go Broke

Episode 4 - Greece

Rachel Riley and her mate Joe Wilkinson are deposited in downtown Thessaloniki on the day before an extraordinary carnival. They endeavour to spend their money on a fancy dress football match and a campaign to promote vegetables that involves a flash mob of Ancient Greek gods.

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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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Tommy Cooper

Episode 10

Tommy Cooper presents his own show, with sketches and special guest Ronnie Corbett.

BBC Three 2:35am (repeat)
Vodka Diaries. Image shows from L to R: Nic (Aisling Bea), Alex (Rosamund Hanson), Periel (Gwyneth Keyworth), Holly (Cariad Lloyd). Copyright: Feelgood Fiction

Vodka Diaries

Sitcom pilot about four girls who share a flat and get up to no good.

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'Allo 'Allo!

Series 1, Episode 6 - Red Nick's Colonel

Angered by René's apparent death, the Communist Resistance capture Colonel Von Strohm and Captain Geering.

Comedy Central Extra 3:05am (repeat)
Seann Walsh World. Seann Walsh. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Seann Walsh World

Episode 8

Tonight Seann Walsh deals with taser-ball, the man scared of puppies, the 'golden rainbow', and taming a bouncer.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:25am (repeat)
'Allo 'Allo!. Image shows from L to R: Edith Melba Artois (Carmen Silvera), René François Artois (Gorden Kaye), Yvette Carte-Blanche (Vicki Michelle). Copyright: BBC

'Allo 'Allo!

Series 1, Episode 7 - The Dance Of Hitler Youth

The Colonel organises a party in the café, purportedly to celebrate the burning of the Reichstag, but in fact just to get Flick out of his apartment whilst it is broken into.

Comedy Central Extra 3:30am (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 3.3, Talking Shop: Charlotte makes a momentous decision, and her sisters must suffer the aftermath.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

The Elephant Man

Episode 3, Keeper v Keeper: There is a new arrival at Southwood Zoo and Terry must mark his territory.

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