British Comedy Guide

Schedule Tuesday 30th December 2014

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (repeat)
Up Pompeii. Image shows from L to R: Ammonia (Barbara Murray), Lurcio (Frankie Howerd), Ludicrus Sextus (Michael Hordern). Copyright: Associated London Films Limited

Up Pompeii

Classic British farce in which Roman slave Lurcio unwittingly gains possession of a list of people who are conspiring to bring down the Emperor Nero.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (repeat)
Tommy Cooper. Tommy Cooper. Copyright: London Weekend Television

Tommy Cooper

Sketch, stand-up and magic from the inimitable Tommy Cooper.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 6am (repeat)
Terry Pratchett's Small Gods. Copyright: BBC

Terry Pratchett's Small Gods

Episode 1

There are gods everywhere on the Discworld but only a few people can see them. Each small god lies in wait, desperately wanting to make someone believe in him. On the Discworld, gods need people more than people need gods.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
Nineteen Ninety-Four

Nineteen Ninety-Four

Episode 1, Work is Freedom: Edward Wilson gets embroiled in mysterious government machinations.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 7am (repeat)
Moone Boy. Image shows from L to R: Sean Murphy (Chris O'Dowd), Martin (David Rawle). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions / Sprout Pictures

Moone Boy

Series 2, Episode 1 - Boylé Boylé Boylé

Summer 1990. Football fever sweeps the nation as the Republic of Ireland play in the World Cup finals for the first time.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:05am (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Cabin Pressure. Image shows from L to R: Arthur (John Finnemore), Douglas (Roger Allam), Carolyn (Stephanie Cole), Martin (Benedict Cumberbatch). Copyright: Pozzitive Productions

Cabin Pressure

Zurich, Episode 1 - Zurich: Part One

As Martin decides whether to take his new job, is this the end for MJN Air? And just what has Arthur painted on the side of the van?

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 7:30am (repeat)
Yonderland. Image shows from L to R: Debbie Maddox (Martha Howe-Douglas), Mathew Baynton. Copyright: Working Title Films

Yonderland

Series 1, Episode 7 - The Heart Of The Sun

Used to expecting the unexpected in Yonderland, Debbie is captured and taken to Ninny village this week.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:45am (repeat)
Gangsta Granny. Granny (Julia McKenzie)

Gangsta Granny

Adaptation of David Walliams's children's book about a schoolboy who doesn't realise his grandma was once an international jewel thief.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
The Goon Show. Image shows from L to R: Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers, Harry Secombe. Copyright: BBC

The Goon Show

Series 10, Episode 5 - The Silver Dubloons

Neddie Seagoon must plunder a sunken Spanish galleon. Guest stars Valentine Dyall.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:05am (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Alice Tinker (Emma Chambers), Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 1, Episode 3 - Community Spirit

The time has come to organise Dibley's annual autumn fayre, and after raising a measly £200 last year, there are murmurs to support cancelling the event. The vicar however, is determined that she can book a real celebrity to open festivities rather than some local nobody, and a solution appears to come when Alice reveals her early-balding cousin is one 'Reg Dwight'...

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:15am (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.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
Doctor At Large

Doctor At Large

Episode 10, Dr Sparrow of Harley Street: Mayhem ensues when Simon Sparrow goes to work at Sir Lancelot's rather posh practice.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:45am (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Uncle Albert (Buster Merryfield), Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 4, Episode 2 - Strained Relations

It's Grandad's funeral. His brother, Uncle Albert, attempts to comfort Rodney, who's distraught and disgusted with the rest of the family's jovial manner. But it's soon Del who's in a black mood, when Albert's side of the family disappear without him...

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

Dead Ringers

2014 Christmas Specials

The popular impressions show takes a look at favourite seasonal shows, like the cosy Christmas specials of Crimewatch and Embarrassing Bodies.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9am (repeat)
Bad Robots. Copyright: Objective Productions

Bad Robots

Series 1, Episode 1

In this first episode, student Barney ties himself in knots when posting a fragile wedding present using the TezCorp Frank and Send machine, and a photo booth believes its users would prefer to have their passport photo printed on a shower curtain or a duvet cover.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9:15am (repeat)
Roy. Image shows from L to R: Becky (Martha Byrne), Maura (Cathy Belton), Bill (Simon Delaney). Copyright: JAM Media

Roy

Series 3, Episode 10 - Konnichi Roy

Roy becomes so immersed in Japanese culture for a school project that he ends up turning totally manga. Roy's knowledge of Japan may end up saving the day for Mr Hammond.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:25am (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 1, Episode 3 - A Night In

Godber moves into the bottom bunk in Fletcher's cell. Unable to sleep, the two spend the night discussing their hopes, fears, and the lives they left outside.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
Train

Tickets Please

Episode 1

Why does an intercity journey turn into an emotional rollercoaster? Because the train staff have to battle with their thwarted infatuations for each other. And those toughies in the wedding carriage aren't helping matters.

U&Yesterday channel logo 10am (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

A selection of episodes from the 16th series of Britain's longest running sitcom.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:05am (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 3 - A Nice Cosy Little Disease

Perhaps a nice cosy little disease on Arkwright's part would be the thing to attract the ministrations of a certain district nurse?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:45am (repeat)
Miranda. Image shows from L to R: Gary (Tom Ellis), Penny (Patricia Hodge), Miranda (Miranda Hart), Stevie (Sarah Hadland), Clive (James Holmes). Copyright: BBC

Miranda

Series 1, Episode 3 - Job

Miranda heads to the gym and, after a fuchsia-face-inducing workout, decides it's perhaps not quite for her. She must therefore find a way of getting out of her water-tight contract with the gym.

Comedy Central Extra 11am (repeat)
Mr. Bean. Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson)

Mr. Bean

Socially unaware misfit Mr Bean goes about his daily life in some of the strangest, most obnoxious manners possible - with disaster rarely far behind.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:25am (repeat)
Blackadder. Percy (Tim McInnerny). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Blackadder II, Episode 4 - Money

Blackadder is facing money troubles - or, as he puts it, 'cashflow problems' - that are far from helped when the notorious baby-eating Bishop of Bath and Wells arrives to call in a thousand-pound debt.

BBC Radio Scotland 11:30am (repeat)
BBC Radio Scotland

Mistress MacKenzie And Friends

A repeat of this radio.

U&Drama channel logo 12pm (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 5, Christmas Special - It Happened In Hollywood

Sharon and Tracey discover that their real father's name is George Hamilton and conclude that he must be the Hollywood actor. They decide to go to Los Angeles to find him, but cannot raise the fare. Dorian agrees to pay for them as long as she can go too...

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
The Goon Show. Image shows from L to R: Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers, Harry Secombe. Copyright: BBC

The Goon Show

Series 10, Episode 5 - The Silver Dubloons

Neddie Seagoon must plunder a sunken Spanish galleon. Guest stars Valentine Dyall.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:05pm (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
Doctor At Large

Doctor At Large

Episode 10, Dr Sparrow of Harley Street: Mayhem ensues when Simon Sparrow goes to work at Sir Lancelot's rather posh practice.

CITV 1pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 7 - Mime Games

Mr Bean is chased home by an angry mime artist.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 1pm (repeat)
Terry Pratchett's Small Gods. Copyright: BBC

Terry Pratchett's Small Gods

Episode 1

There are gods everywhere on the Discworld but only a few people can see them. Each small god lies in wait, desperately wanting to make someone believe in him. On the Discworld, gods need people more than people need gods.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:05pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Uncle Albert (Buster Merryfield), Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Christmas Special - Mother Nature's Son

Rodney's talk of environmental pollution brings him a strange ally when Del becomes a friend of the Earth. Of course, he's got a scam going and it involves a joint venture with the Water Board - but they are a silent partner!

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 1:05pm (repeat)
Arthur Christmas. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Arthur Christmas

Aardman 3D-animation movie for Christmas 2011 about the kind-hearted but clumsy son of Santa Claus. Starring James McAvoy.

CITV 1:15pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 8 - Spring Clean

Mr Bean tries his hand at a spot of DIY plumbing.

U&W channel logo 2pm (repeat)
Jonathan Creek. Jonathan Creek (Alan Davies). Copyright: BBC

Jonathan Creek

A selection of three episodes of the crime comedy starring Alan Davies.

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

Desmond's

Series 2, Episode 11 - Kung You

When Shirl's friend Beverley is attacked in the street, the girls enlist the help of a local martial arts teacher to give them a self-defence class.

Radio 4 2:15pm
45 min
Terry-Thomas

Memories Of A Cad

Affectionate comedy drama by Roy Smiles about the relationship between Terry-Thomas and Richard Briers.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:35pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Alice Tinker (Emma Chambers), Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 1, Episode 4 - The Window & The Weather

In the fiercest storm to hit Dibley since... well, let's not go there; a tree falls through the church's great stained-glass window. After struggling to even recall what the original image depicted, the vicar's shocked by the costs of stained glass and begins a fund-raising exercise.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:15pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Uncle Albert (Buster Merryfield), Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 4, Episode 3 - Hole In One

In the middle of the worst, wettest winter in memory, all the brothers have to flog is sun-tan lotion. Things are looking grim until Uncle Albert falls down the cellar hatch at the Nag's Head: a big compensation package could set them up nicely. Unfortunately, Del's unaware of Albert's past...

CITV 3:30pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 9 - No Pets

Mr Bean decides he needs some new and exciting friends in the shape of pets.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 3:30pm (repeat)
Bad Robots. Copyright: Objective Productions

Bad Robots

Series 1, Episode 2

The machines have had enough. No longer will they stand for being bashed about, kicked around and taken for granted. The Bad Robots are out for revenge...

CITV 3:45pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 10 - Ray Of Sunshine

Mr Bean is in pursuit of sunshine but only manages to cause chaos on the beach!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:55pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 1, Episode 4 - A Day Out

Fletcher and Godber join MacKay and Barrowclough's work party, digging drainage ditches for the council. When MacKay calls into the village, the party take advantage of Barrowclough's easygoing nature, but get more than they bargained for after taking shelter from the elements in a church.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4pm (repeat)
All At Sea. Image shows from L to R: Ben (Sam Hattersley), Charlie (Ryan Wilkinson), Alison (Olivia Cosgrove). Copyright: BBC

All At Sea

Series 2, Episode 9 - Horror

When Charlie makes a film for the local horror festival, no one is able to avoid being involved - except Hannah, who has joined an unusual dance troupe.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:30pm (repeat)
4 O'Clock Club. Mr Bell (Simon Lowe). Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Club

Series 3, Episode 11 - Quiche

Josh is planning to take Rachel to a music festival. But when Mum insists Josh goes with Dexter instead, Josh has to try to get a spare ticket for the sold out festival from nerdy Natalie. Trouble is, Natalie has promised the ticket to Nero.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:35pm (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 4 - Beware Of The Dog

A local crime wave scares the wites out of an already security-obsessed Arkwright - there's nothing for it, the shop has to be fortified!

U&Drama channel logo 5pm (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 5, Christmas Special - It Happened In Hollywood

Sharon and Tracey discover that their real father's name is George Hamilton and conclude that he must be the Hollywood actor. They decide to go to Los Angeles to find him, but cannot raise the fare. Dorian agrees to pay for them as long as she can go too...

Comedy Central Extra 5pm (repeat)
Mr. Bean. Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson)

Mr. Bean

Episode 11 - Back To School Mr. Bean

Mr. Bean visits a local school's open day, trying out some painting, a spot of judo, and goods from the cake stall.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
Dame Hilda Bracket and Dr Evadne Hinge. Image shows from L to R: Patrick Fyffe, George Logan. Copyright: BBC

The Enchanting World Of Hinge And Bracket

Series 1, Episode 12

Domestic comedy about lifetime companions, spinsters Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:10pm (repeat)
Gigglebiz. Justin Fletcher. Copyright: BBC

Gigglebiz

Series 3, Episode 11

Newsreader Arthur Sleep has a problem with a small dog in the newsroom, gardener Will Barrow has trouble with some cheeky moles, and explorer Rapids Johnson tries to spot the elusive ballerina bear.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:15pm (repeat)
Fawlty Towers. Image shows from L to R: Sybil Fawlty (Prunella Scales), Basil Fawlty (John Cleese). Copyright: BBC

Fawlty Towers

Series 1, Episode 3 - The Wedding Party

A group of guests arriving at the hotel in preparation for a nearby wedding raise Basil's anger levels when he mistakes them for swingers and sex addicts.

Comedy Central Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Mr. Bean. Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson)

Mr. Bean

Episode 14 - Hair By Mr. Bean Of London

The blunderingly inept master of disaster goes for a haircut, but ends up styling the other customers' hair before causing chaos at a school fun day.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Nineteen Ninety-Four

Nineteen Ninety-Four

Episode 1, Work is Freedom: Edward Wilson gets embroiled in mysterious government machinations.

U&Yesterday channel logo 6pm (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

A selection of episodes from the 16th and 17th series of Britain's longest running sitcom.

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 6, Christmas Special - Christmas In Dreamland

Sharon falls asleep and enters a parallel universe in which she is the wealthy sister, Tracey is the poor relation and Dorien is Doreen her char lady...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (repeat)
Miranda. Image shows from L to R: Gary (Tom Ellis), Penny (Patricia Hodge), Miranda (Miranda Hart), Stevie (Sarah Hadland), Clive (James Holmes). Copyright: BBC

Miranda

Series 1, Episode 4 - Holiday

Miranda decides she needs to be a bit reckless and wild and so decides to book a holiday at the local hotel down the road.

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

Dead Ringers

2014 Christmas Specials

The popular impressions show takes a look at favourite seasonal shows, like the cosy Christmas specials of Crimewatch and Embarrassing Bodies.

Radio 4 6:15pm (repeat)
15 Minute Musical. Copyright: BBC

15 Minute Musical

Series 8, Episode 1 - It's a One-Hit-Wonderful Life

Simon Cowell contemplates ending his career, when his guardian angel Susan Boyle appears.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
I've Never Seen Star Wars. Marcus Brigstocke. Copyright: BBC

I've Never Seen Star Wars

Series 6, Episode 1 - Ann Widdecombe

Ann Widdecombe tries camping in a tent for the first time and watches as much of The Thick Of It as she can stand. Marcus also offers her a Jagerbomb, but will she accept?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:40pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Prince Regent (Hugh Laurie). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Black Adder The Third, Episode 5 - Amy And Amiability

The Prince is bankrupt. In order to secure funds, Blackadder suggests that his only option is to find a bride and marry into a moneyed family. Beautiful Amy Hardwood, daughter of a cotton magnate, seems a prime candidate.

Comedy Central 7pm (repeat)
Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow

Series 2, Episode 1 - Glasgow

Michael McIntyre begins his Series 2 travels at the Glasgow Theatre Royal, where he is joined by special headline guest Kevin Bridges with stand-up performances from Daniel Sloss, Milton Jones and Craig Campbell.

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

Desmond's

Series 2, Episode 11 - Kung You

When Shirl's friend Beverley is attacked in the street, the girls enlist the help of a local martial arts teacher to give them a self-defence class.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
The Goon Show. Image shows from L to R: Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers, Harry Secombe. Copyright: BBC

The Goon Show

Series 10, Episode 5 - The Silver Dubloons

Neddie Seagoon must plunder a sunken Spanish galleon. Guest stars Valentine Dyall.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

The Final Specials, Christmas Special - If They Could See Us Now.....!

The Trotters now live the high life but with the American Stock Market about to crash, how will they keep their money? Having lost all and having to live back in their Peckham flat Del decides to enter a new TV Game Show "The Goldrush" to try and win some money back.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
Doctor At Large

Doctor At Large

Episode 10, Dr Sparrow of Harley Street: Mayhem ensues when Simon Sparrow goes to work at Sir Lancelot's rather posh practice.

U&W channel logo 8pm (repeat)
Jonathan Creek. Jonathan Creek (Alan Davies). Copyright: BBC

Jonathan Creek

Series 3, Episode 2 - The Eyes Of Tiresias

A 73-year-old widow's dreams are foretelling deaths. Is it just coincidence? Is she psychic? Or is it just something in the goldfish food...?

Comedy Central Extra 8pm (repeat)
Mr. Bean. Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson)

Mr. Bean

Episode 11 - Back To School Mr. Bean

Mr. Bean visits a local school's open day, trying out some painting, a spot of judo, and goods from the cake stall.

U&Dave channel logo 8pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series G, Episode 11 - Gifts

With Clive Anderson, Jimmy Carr and Jan Ravens.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8pm (repeat)
Terry Pratchett's Small Gods. Copyright: BBC

Terry Pratchett's Small Gods

Episode 1

There are gods everywhere on the Discworld but only a few people can see them. Each small god lies in wait, desperately wanting to make someone believe in him. On the Discworld, gods need people more than people need gods.

Comedy Central Extra 8:30pm (repeat)
Mr. Bean. Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson)

Mr. Bean

Episode 14 - Hair By Mr. Bean Of London

The blunderingly inept master of disaster goes for a haircut, but ends up styling the other customers' hair before causing chaos at a school fun day.

U&Drama channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Jonathan Creek. Jonathan Creek (Alan Davies). Copyright: BBC

Jonathan Creek

Series 3, Episode 6 - The Three Gamblers

It's Jonathan's birthday and he's been given a book on using playing cards as weapons, a set of Adam Klaus bathroom products, and a dangerous case involving a murdered corpse that has come back to life for revenge.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Monty Python's Best Bits (Mostly). Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Monty Python's Best Bits (Mostly)

Episode 5

Just before the Monty Python tribute series ceases to be, there's just time for The Parrot Sketch, The Ministry of Silly Walks and praise from Chevy Chase and Steve Coogan.

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Jimmy Carr. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 4 (Channel 4: Series 5), Christmas Special

Jimmy Carr, Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are back with a Christmas Special. Guests are David Baddiel and Kathy Burke, plus Alex Horne and the Horne Section join Countdown's resident lexicographer Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, and Joe Wilkinson 'assists' the queen of numbers, Rachel Riley.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9pm
60 min
Mapp & Lucia. Image shows from L to R: Lucia Lucas (Anna Chancellor), Georgie Pillson (Steve Pemberton), Elizabeth Mapp (Miranda Richardson). Copyright: BBC

Mapp & Lucia

Episode 2

Mapp is still reeling from Lucia's victory at the summer fete.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Rob Beckett, Jimmy Carr, Katherine Ryan. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

A selection of episodes from the eighth and ninth series of the statistical panel game.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40pm (repeat)
Fawlty Towers. Image shows from L to R: Basil Fawlty (John Cleese), Manuel (Andrew Sachs). Copyright: BBC

Fawlty Towers

Series 2, Episode 4 - The Kipper And The Corpse

Every hotelier's worst nightmare: a stiff in one of the rooms. Basil's initially concerned as to whether the late Mr Leeman had started his breakfast, but his mind soon turns to clearing the room as soon as possible.

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (repeat)
The Big Fat Quiz Of The Year. Jimmy Carr

The Big Fat Quiz Of The Year

Episode 17 - The Big Fat Quiz Of The Year 2014

Jimmy challenges Richard Ayoade, David Mitchell, Mel B, Micky Flanagan, Sarah Millican and Kevin Bridges to battle it out to win the coveted Big Fat Quiz crown.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (repeat)
FM. Image shows from L to R: Dom Cox (Kevin Bishop), Jane Edwards (Nina Sosanya), Lindsay Carol (Chris O'Dowd). Copyright: Granada Productions

FM

Episode 5 - Video Killed The Radio Star

Lindsay returns from holiday with a beard, which the FM team can't quite get used to. The studio guest this week is urban artist Sway, with Jamie Theakston hosting a radio pub quiz.

Comedy Central 10pm (repeat)
Michael McIntyre: Live & Laughing. Michael McIntyre. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Michael McIntyre: Live & Laughing

A TV broadcast of Michael McIntyre's sell-out 2008 stand-up show which cemented the comic's status as one of the UK's top stand-up stars.

BBC Two 10pm
60 min
Charlie Brooker's Year Wipe. Charlie Brooker. Copyright: Zeppotron

Charlie Brooker's Year Wipe

Episode 1 - Charlie Brooker's 2014 Wipe

Charlie Brooker looks back on a relentlessly grim year where the cheeriest story was people throwing ice over themselves.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Cabin Pressure. Image shows from L to R: Arthur (John Finnemore), Douglas (Roger Allam), Carolyn (Stephanie Cole), Martin (Benedict Cumberbatch). Copyright: Pozzitive Productions

Cabin Pressure

Zurich, Episode 1 - Zurich: Part One

As Martin decides whether to take his new job, is this the end for MJN Air? And just what has Arthur painted on the side of the van?

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm
50 min
Celebrity Juice. Image shows from L to R: Gino D'Acampo, Leigh Francis

Celebrity Juice

Series 12, Out-takes - Unseen Celebrity Juice Tit Bits

Compilation of moments from the past year of Keith Lemon's outrageous comedy panel.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:20pm
The Look Of Love. Paul Raymond (Steve Coogan). Copyright: Revolution Films / Baby Cow Productions

The Look Of Love

Steve Coogan stars in a comic tale of the life of the 'King of Soho' and porn baron Paul Raymond.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:25pm (repeat)
Not The Nine O'Clock News. Image shows from L to R: Rowan Atkinson, Mel Smith, Pamela Stephenson, Griff Rhys Jones. Copyright: Getty Images

Not The Nine O'Clock News

Popular satirical sketch show of the late 70s and early 80s starring Rowan Atkinson, Mel Smith, Griff Rhys Jones and Pamela Stephenson.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:30pm (repeat)
FM. Image shows from L to R: Dom Cox (Kevin Bishop), Jane Edwards (Nina Sosanya), Lindsay Carol (Chris O'Dowd). Copyright: Granada Productions

FM

Episode 6 - Blinded By The Light

Lindsay finds his principles tested when he meets a gorgeous but talentless singer. Meanwhile, Dom is conflicted when he is offered a job at a rival station, and Jane meets her nemesis. Featuring a performance by The Charlatans.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
The Flight Of The Conchords. Copyright: BBC

The Flight Of The Conchords

Episode 1, Tower of London: The Kiwi novelty music duo try to make it big in the English capital.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10:50pm (repeat)
Celebrity Juice. Image shows from L to R: Ant McPartlin, Leigh Francis, Declan Donnelly

Celebrity Juice

2014 Special - Saturday Night Takeaway Special

Ahead of the new series in March, the team return for a special episode with Ant & Dec.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
I'm Alan Partridge. Alan Partridge (Steve Coogan). Copyright: Talkback Productions

I'm Alan Partridge

Series 2, Episode 3 - Bravealan

Alan befriends Dan Moody, owner of a successful local kitchen business, and hopes to get a great deal for fitting out his refurbished home. Dan also helps him get into the Norfolk Bravery Awards and a chance to meet Karen Colman, of the mustard dynasty...

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11pm
50 min version
(repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 12, Highlights Special - Best Bits

Highlights from the irreverent panel show.

BBC Two 11pm (repeat)
Dave Allen: The Immaculate Selection. Dave Allen

Dave Allen: The Immaculate Selection

An anthology of Dave Allen's finest, funniest and most irreverent BBC material.

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Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled. Image shows from L to R: Jason Byrne, Richard Herring, Alan Davies, Phill Jupitus, Jessica Hynes

Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled

Series 1, Episode 2

Jason Byrne, Richard Herring, Phill Jupitus and Jessica Hynes join Alan. Crucifixion, school discipline and being confused for someone else get talked about tonight.

Radio 4 11pm (repeat)
BBC at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Copyright: BBC

Fresh From The Fringe

2014, Episode 1 - Fresh From The Fringe: 2014

Showcase of new comedy talent from the 2014 Edinburgh Fringe, hosted by Jason Cook and including award-winners Alex Edelman and Funz & Gamez.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Scrooby Trevithick. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Scrooby Trevithick

Series 2, Episode 1 - Entrepreneur

Scrooby tries to become an entrepreneur by misspending his inheritance on the horses, the dogs and 'the Fruit on a Pizza' pizza company.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Fags, Mags And Bags. Image shows from L to R: Alok (Susheel Kumar), Sanjay (Omar Raza), Ramesh (Sanjeev Kohli), Dave (Donald Mcleary). Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Fags, Mags And Bags

Series 5, Episode 1 - Hovering Chops

The careful eco-balance of shop is under threat when a new butcher sets up shop in Lenzie with a dazzling array of award winning sausages and forthright chat. The current butcher incumbent, Mutton Jeff, is particularly upset that his chop empire is under threat and calls upon Ramesh and the Lenzie Local Retail Traders Association to put a stop it.

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The Trip. Image shows from L to R: Steve (Steve Coogan), Rob (Rob Brydon). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions / Arbie

The Trip

The Trip, Episode 3 - Holbeck Ghyll

Steve and Rob stay at Coleridge's old home, Greta Hall, in Keswick. They visit Dove Cottage and lunch at Holbeck Ghyll.

BBC Two Midnight (repeat)
Backchat. Jack Whitehall. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Backchat

Series 1, Highlights Special

Join Jack Whitehall and his real father Michael as they look back at some of the highlights of the series in this new year episode.

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QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series G, Episode 11 - Gifts

With Clive Anderson, Jimmy Carr and Jan Ravens.

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Trollied. Image shows from L to R: Linda (Faye McKeever), Sue (Lorraine Cheshire), Neville (Dominic Coleman), Harry (Jack Carroll), Daniel (Samuel Anderson), Gavin (Jason Watkins), Charlie (Aisling Bea), Margaret (Rita May), Lisa (Beverly Rudd), Colin (Carl Rice), Ian (Victor McGuire), Rose (Miriam Margolyes), Brian (Stephen Tompkinson). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Trollied

Series 4, Episode 7

Rose and Margaret receive a blast from the past when they realise they know each other from a former life. A special guest stops by the store, too.

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Saxondale. Image shows from L to R: Tommy (Steve Coogan), Magz (Ruth Jones)

Saxondale

Steve Coogan stars as Tommy Saxondale, an ex-roadie now running a pest control business in suburbia.

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Trollied. Image shows from L to R: Linda (Faye McKeever), Sue (Lorraine Cheshire), Neville (Dominic Coleman), Harry (Jack Carroll), Daniel (Samuel Anderson), Gavin (Jason Watkins), Charlie (Aisling Bea), Margaret (Rita May), Lisa (Beverly Rudd), Colin (Carl Rice), Ian (Victor McGuire), Rose (Miriam Margolyes), Brian (Stephen Tompkinson). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Trollied

Series 4, Episode 8

It's charity day at Valco and everyone's doing their little bit to help.

BBC Three 12:35am (repeat)
Bad Education. Image shows left to right: Mitchell (Charlie Wernham), Stephen Carmichael (Layton Williams), Alfie (Jack Whitehall), Chantelle (Nikki Runeckles), Miss Gulliver (Sarah Solemani), Fraser (Mathew Horne), Joe (Ethan Lawrence), Rem Dogg (Jack Binstead), Jing (Kae Alexander). Credit: Tiger Aspect Productions

Bad Education

Series 2, Episode 6 - Fundraiser

When Abbey Grove falls into financial ruin, can Alfie come up with a plan to save the school?

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Dr Terrible's House Of Horrible. Dr Terrible (Steve Coogan)

Dr Terrible's House Of Horrible

Series of chilling comedy tales paying homage to classic British horror films, starring Steve Coogan.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Rob Beckett, Jimmy Carr, Katherine Ryan. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

A selection of episodes from the eighth and ninth series of the statistical panel game.

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

Dead Ringers

2014 Christmas Specials

The popular impressions show takes a look at favourite seasonal shows, like the cosy Christmas specials of Crimewatch and Embarrassing Bodies.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Jimmy Carr. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 4 (Channel 4: Series 5), Christmas Special

Jimmy Carr, Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are back with a Christmas Special. Guests are David Baddiel and Kathy Burke, plus Alex Horne and the Horne Section join Countdown's resident lexicographer Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, and Joe Wilkinson 'assists' the queen of numbers, Rachel Riley.

Comedy Central Extra 1:05am (repeat)
Dead Ringers. Copyright: BBC

Dead Ringers

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

BBC Three 1:05am (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 4, Episode 1

Fresh from performing to over 160,000 fans on his sell-out UK arena tour, Russell Howard returns to BBC Three for a brand-new series of hit satirical comedy show.

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The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Simon Cooper (Joe Thomas), Neil Sutherland (Blake Harrison), Jay Cartwright (James Buckley), Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Series 1, Episode 6

It's the end of term and Will, Simon, Jay and Neil have the task of organising the School Prom.

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I'm Alan Partridge. Alan Partridge (Steve Coogan). Copyright: Talkback Productions

I'm Alan Partridge

Series 2, Episode 3 - Bravealan

Alan befriends Dan Moody, owner of a successful local kitchen business, and hopes to get a great deal for fitting out his refurbished home. Dan also helps him get into the Norfolk Bravery Awards and a chance to meet Karen Colman, of the mustard dynasty...

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

The IT Crowd

Series 1, Episode 4 - The Red Door

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

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The Trip. Image shows from L to R: Steve (Steve Coogan), Rob (Rob Brydon). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions / Arbie

The Trip

The Trip, Episode 3 - Holbeck Ghyll

Steve and Rob stay at Coleridge's old home, Greta Hall, in Keswick. They visit Dove Cottage and lunch at Holbeck Ghyll.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2am (repeat)
Terry Pratchett's Small Gods. Copyright: BBC

Terry Pratchett's Small Gods

Episode 1

There are gods everywhere on the Discworld but only a few people can see them. Each small god lies in wait, desperately wanting to make someone believe in him. On the Discworld, gods need people more than people need gods.

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Viral Tap. Image shows from L to R: Matt Richardson, Caroline Flack, Carly Smallman. Copyright: Yalli Productions / Vision Independent Productions

Viral Tap

ITV2 panel show revolving around clips sent in by viewers. Hosted by Caroline Flack with regulars Matt Richardson and Carly Smallman.

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Saxondale. Image shows from L to R: Tommy (Steve Coogan), Magz (Ruth Jones)

Saxondale

Steve Coogan stars as Tommy Saxondale, an ex-roadie now running a pest control business in suburbia.

BBC Three 2:35am (repeat)
Jenny Bede: AAA. Jenny Bede. Copyright: BBC

Jenny Bede: AAA

Impressions based sketch show from YouTube star Jenny Bede.

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Dr Terrible's House Of Horrible. Dr Terrible (Steve Coogan)

Dr Terrible's House Of Horrible

Series of chilling comedy tales paying homage to classic British horror films, starring Steve Coogan.

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Chickens. Image shows from L to R: Bert (Jonny Sweet), George (Joe Thomas), Cecil (Simon Bird). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Chickens

Episode 5

Cecil is horrified to learn that George has invited the village leper over for dinner, and he's even more horrified when the village leper stands them up.

Comedy Central Extra 3:05am (repeat)
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 2, Episode 13

Mike Gunn on toilet attendants, Imran Yusuf is confident, Tom Wrigglesworth talks Kate Middleton and Joe Wilkinson needs bog roll for a dump.

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Father Ted. Image shows from L to R: Father Dougal McGuire (Ardal O'Hanlon), Father Ted Crilly (Dermot Morgan), Mrs Doyle (Pauline McLynn), Father Jack Hackett (Frank Kelly). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Father Ted

Series 2, Episode 4 - Old Grey Whistle Theft

The arrival of rebellious young priest Father Damien Lennon coincides with the theft of a whistle belonging to Mr Benson, the picnic area supervisor. Suspicion, however, falls upon Ted.

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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 6, Episode 6 - The Crooked Fences

Worried with the way things are going, the Colonel, Gruber, Helga - and now Captain Bertorelli too - ask René to find them a fence to sell The Fallen Madonna.

Comedy Central Extra 3:30am (repeat)
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 2, Episode 14

Paul Tonkinson on posh and gangster kids, Romesh Ranganathan has children, Sean Collins gets no sleep and Sara Pascoe talks ice cream.

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Chickens. Image shows from L to R: Bert (Jonny Sweet), George (Joe Thomas), Cecil (Simon Bird). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Chickens

Episode 6

The soldiers are back on leave, which means Cecil, George and Bert finally have some other men to talk to.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
Dame Hilda Bracket and Dr Evadne Hinge. Image shows from L to R: Patrick Fyffe, George Logan. Copyright: BBC

The Enchanting World Of Hinge And Bracket

Series 1, Episode 12

Domestic comedy about lifetime companions, spinsters Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
Nineteen Ninety-Four

Nineteen Ninety-Four

Episode 1, Work is Freedom: Edward Wilson gets embroiled in mysterious government machinations.

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