British Comedy Guide

Schedule Wednesday 17th December 2014

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:45am
30 min
4 O'Clock Files. Mr Bell (Simon Lowe). Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Files

Episode 3 - Rules

Mr Bell is keen to emphasise school discipline in his latest video, but the pupils are more interested in the unwritten school rules by which they live their lives.

Radio 4 11:30am
30 min
PCSO Hat

Hobby Bobbies

Series 2, Episode 4 - Burglaries

Nigel takes up free running in the hope that physical fitness can improve his performance at work. But what, if anything, will identify the mysterious hand cream thief?

Radio 2 logo 2pm
60 min
BBC New Comedy Award. Lee Ridley. Copyright: BBC

BBC New Comedy Award

2014, Special - Grand Final

The final of the competition, broadcast as part of The Steve Wright Show. The show will be broadcast live from The Comedy Store in London. Featuring Tom Ward, Hari Sriskantha, Brennan Reece, Tom Little, Lost Voice Guy and Amir Khoshsokhan.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3pm
10 min
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 4, Episode 28 - Duck!

When Shaun and the flock discover that a pair of nesting ducks have stolen their bedding to make a comfy new home up on top of Bitzer's kennel, the battle is on to set things straight.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5:30pm
30 min
Millie Inbetween. Millie (Millie Innes). Copyright: The Foundation

Millie Inbetween

Series 1, Christmas Special - A Different Christmas

It is Millie and Lauren's first Christmas since the separation, and for Millie it is the chance for a fresh start.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Paul Sinha

Paul Sinha's History Revision

Series 1, Episode 4 - Communication

Paul's exploration of how the telephone came into being involves electro-shock therapy and an exploding boat.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (repeat)
Porridge: Inside Out. Image shows from L to R: Tony Osoba, Sam Kelly, Christopher Biggins. Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Porridge: Inside Out

Episode 1 - Sent Down

First of a three-part special giving a fascinating insight into one of the most-loved sitcoms of all time, with help from the show's creators, Clement and La Frenais.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (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 1, Episode 5 - The Holiday

Harold announces his intention to go on holiday abroad, alone, next year - but Albert wants them to go back to Bognor together as usual.

BBC Three 8pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Gavin (Mathew Horne), Stacey (Joanna Page), Smithy (James Corden), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Bryn (Rob Brydon), Nessa (Ruth Jones). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 3, Episode 5

It's Bank Holiday Monday and the Essex contingent arrives for a sunny day out at the beach. Doris even puts her sun dress on!

BBC Three 8:30pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Gavin (Mathew Horne), Stacey (Joanna Page), Smithy (James Corden), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Bryn (Rob Brydon), Nessa (Ruth Jones). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 3, Episode 6

Nessa and Dave's wedding is fast approaching and the preparations are in full swing. Stacey breaks some life-changing news to Gavin while Bryn and Jason finally put their big secret to bed.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:55pm (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 5 - He Ain't Heavy, He's My Uncle

Uncle Albert has been mugged and Del is determined to bring the perpetrators to justice. But is Uncle Albert telling all he knows...?

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (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 41, Episode 9

Jo Brand host tonight's edition. Joining Ian Hislop and Paul Merton will be Reginald D. Hunter and Joanna Scanlan.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm
120 min
The British Comedy Awards. Jonathan Ross. Copyright: Unique Productions / CPL Productions

The British Comedy Awards

Episode 2 - British Comedy Awards 2014

Jonathan Ross reveals the results of the 2014 British Comedy Awards. This marks the 25th year of the awards as they continue to celebrate the absolute best and brightest in British Comedy.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 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&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Room 101. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 1, Episode 6 - Nick Hewer, Carol Vorderman, Rhod Gilbert

This week Nick Hewer, Carol Vorderman and Rhod Gilbert try to send the things they hate the most into Room 101. Nominations include advertising slogans, Facebook, and opening and closing ceremonies.

BBC Three 10pm
30 min
Sweat The Small Stuff. Image shows from L to R: Rochelle Humes, Nick Grimshaw, Melvin Odoom. Copyright: Talkback

Sweat The Small Stuff

Series 4, Christmas Special - Sweat The Christmas Stuff

Nick Grimshaw hosts a very festive episode of the comedy panel show. With Strictly Come Dancing's Pixie Lott, rock star and judge on The Voice Ricky Wilson, comedian and Hebburn actor Chris Ramsey, and top stand-up comedian Bobby Mair.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm (repeat)
Keith Lemon: The Film. Image shows from L to R: Kelly Brook, Keith Lemon (Leigh Francis). Copyright: Generator Entertainment

Keith Lemon: The Film

Film starring Leigh Francis as his infamous alter-ego, Keith Lemon.

BBC Three 10:30pm (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 9, Episode 8

Russell looks at breast feeding, if immigrants cause traffic problems (as UKIP claim), and if The Queen should actually be The Queen.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:35pm
30 min
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Sara Pascoe, Jon Richardson, Nathan Caton. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 10, Episode 4 - Jon Richardson, Sara Pascoe, Nathan Caton

Jon Richardson presents special guests Sara Pascoe and Nathan Caton.

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
QI Titles. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series D, Christmas Special - December

Christmas Special with Dara O'Briain, Rich Hall and Jo Brand.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:55pm (repeat)
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

Christmas Trilogy, Christmas Special - Performance

Flat share sitcom following security salesman Gary and his lodger, as they attempt to navigate the opposite sex.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11pm
60 min
The British Comedy Awards. Jonathan Ross. Copyright: Unique Productions / CPL Productions

The British Comedy Awards

Episode 3 - British Comedy Awards: Even More Awards

Alex Brooker and Katherine Ryan continues to hand out the coveted comedy gongs. There's exclusive interviews with the winners of the night, chats with the cream of British comedy and all the juicy backstage gossip too.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm (repeat)
Rhod Gilbert Live: The Man With The Flaming Battenberg Tattoo. Rhod Gilbert

Rhod Gilbert Live: The Man With The Flaming Battenberg Tattoo

A TV broadcast of Rhod Gilbert's 2012 stand-up DVD.

Radio 4 11:15pm (repeat)
Mission Improbable. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Lizzie Bates), Jane (Catriona Knox), Amelia (Anna Emerson). Copyright: Top Dog Productions

Mission Improbable

Series 1, Episode 1 - Jungle!

A white-knuckle adventure takes reporter Jane and her friends to the Guatemalan jungle.

U&Dave channel logo 11:20pm (repeat)
QI Titles. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series E, Episode 7 - Espionage

With Clive Anderson, Vic Reeves and Jo Brand.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:55pm (repeat)
Harry Enfield & Chums. Image shows from L to R: Kathy Burke, Harry Enfield, Paul Whitehouse

Harry Enfield & Chums

Series 2, Christmas Special - Harry Enfield And Christmas Chums

Harry Enfield presents a new festive special with his regular repertoire of characters, including Kevin the teenager and the Scousers. Plus Frank and George saying 'No!' to the Spice Girls and the disapproving new mother-in-law.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight (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 41, Episode 9

Jo Brand host tonight's edition. Joining Ian Hislop and Paul Merton will be Reginald D. Hunter and Joanna Scanlan.

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