Schedule Thursday 1st January 2015

Terry Pratchett's Small Gods

Ephebian philosophers cover the landscape like locusts, argue violently among themselves, and live in barrels. They appear to be no match for the scheming Deacon Vorbis who has captured the city of Ephebe by trickery. But one philosopher, Didactylos, is prepared to stand up to him.

Minder

Long-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.

The Elephant Man

Episode 7, Age Concern: With the big three-o looming, zookeeper Terry is desperate to recapture his youth.

Moone Boy

Back in the summer, Martin and Padraic started building a raft. They planned to sail down the river into town, buy ice cream and frolic in the water. But now it's October and the raft still isn't quite finished. So instead, they'll make it a Halloween ghost ship.

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.

Sooty

When Sooty finds a magical lamp on the beach, he discovers that it contains a genie. But this genie causes nothing but mischief, and won't get back in the lamp. It's up to Sooty to sort things out. Guest starring Dave Benson Phillips.

My Teenage Diary

Rufus Hound is joined by the historian Lucy Worsley, whose diaries reveal that she was swottier than the average teenager. While her friends were out at parties, Lucy was curating her collection of rocks, and gardening.

Moone Boy

Like all young lads in the early 90s, Martin wants a Sega Mega Drive... but Liam is having none of it: not only is this whole computer thing just a fad, work is slow and money is tight.

The Vicar Of Dibley

The council elections are impending, and David's standing for re-election. When Geraldine unknowingly criticises his performance, the locals decide she'd be a far better candidate. For a woman with no political intent it's a daunting prospect, but David could be willing to strike a bargain...

Timmy Time

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

The Lavender Hill Mob

An Ealing Studios comedy classic, The Lavender Hill Mob stars Alec Guinness & Stanley Holloway attempting to carry out the perfect crime.

Bad Robots

Holiday-makers in Cardiff face a tourist information machine that's full of nonsense facts, commuters keen to get across town are driven nuts trying to order a taxi with Cab B.O.T, and the Construct-a-Bear machine gets saucy in Brighton.

Horrible Histories

There are musical maestros aplenty in the last episode of the current series of the award-winning Horrible Histories.

Only Fools And Horses

Rodney's joined a band (on drums), and really believes that they could be the next big thing. Del's not so convinced, but, spying an opportunity to make a few bob, offers to act as their manager. Their first gig doesn't go well at all, but which one of the brothers will be proved right?

Who Goes There

Episode 3.4: Martin Young's famous people quiz. With Francis Wheen, Sue Cook, Fred Housego and Annabel Giles.

Roy

When Roy's class decides to do a modern theatrical version of Sleeping Beauty, Roy manages to secure the role of the Prince.

Porridge

After offering advice to fellow fishing-net "knitter" McLaren on curbing his short temper, Fletch attempts to make amends with the governor when McLaren forgoes angry outbursts for a more peaceful rooftop protest.

A Hard Day's Night

Anarchic and offbeat 1960s story of 36 hours in the lives of The Beatles as they travel to a TV show.

Open All Hours

His best friend's funeral tests Arkwright's generosity to a painfull degree.

Miranda

Penny decides to throw a Pride And Prejudice party in a bid to introduce Miranda to some eligible young men.

Justin's House

All is well in Justin's House - until news arrives that Auntie Justina is paying a visit. Last time she came, Little Monster poured custard into her bag. Everything needs to be spick and span, and Little Monster must not be seen - especially near Justina's bag!

Blackadder

As the British anarchist movement grows in number, the Prince becomes more wary of threats upon his life. He is also increasingly interested in the theatre, and seeks acting tuition from two leading thespians.

Timmy Time

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

Timmy Time

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

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.

Only Fools And Horses

With the family fortune squandered, Del and Rodney set off for France to attend a memorial service in memory of Uncle Albert's old shipmates from the war. On the way back the Trotters pick up some rather unexpected cargo!

Mr Bean

In a dark and cobwebby corner of his attic, Mr Bean finds a treasure map. But tricky clues lead Bean up the chimney, round the bend, down the garden path, up the blinking wall and nearly all the way to Australia!

4 O'Clock Club

It's Nathan and Miss Poppy's wedding day. And with Nathan in charge of the cake, Josh in charge of the best man's speech, Dexter in charge of the music and Zoe-Marie in charge of the presents what could possibly go wrong? Well, quite a lot.

Terry Pratchett's Small Gods

Ephebian philosophers cover the landscape like locusts, argue violently among themselves, and live in barrels. They appear to be no match for the scheming Deacon Vorbis who has captured the city of Ephebe by trickery. But one philosopher, Didactylos, is prepared to stand up to him.

The Boy In The Dress

An adaptation of David Walliams's book about a 12-year-old boy who enjoys cross-dressing.

Mr Bean

After a regrettable episode involving his landlady sleepwalking into his room, Mr Bean suddenly finds himself out on his ear with nowhere to live. Near to tears, he yearns for the cosy familiarity of his old home. But a scarecrow and a pair of false teeth come to his rescue.

All At Sea

Charlie tries to befriend one of the guests who he thinks will make him some money, but when Charlie tries to be your friend, it might just ruin your life.

Desmond's

It's the Ambrose's 30th wedding anniversary, and Desmond is determined to make it a particularly special one for Shirl. Michael, meanwhile, has a new lady friend to show off. It's bound to be a wonderful evening - right?!

The Vicar Of Dibley

Geraldine's idea of a special service to bless and celebrate animals - the focus of much of the rural village's life - is welcomed warmly by her flock, but soon finds Dibley ridiculed in the national tabloids. Could this lead to her departure from the community already?

Mr Bean

In a dark and cobwebby corner of his attic, Mr Bean finds a treasure map. But tricky clues lead Bean up the chimney, round the bend, down the garden path, up the blinking wall and nearly all the way to Australia!

Mr Bean

After a regrettable episode involving his landlady sleepwalking into his room, Mr Bean suddenly finds himself out on his ear with nowhere to live. Near to tears, he yearns for the cosy familiarity of his old home. But a scarecrow and a pair of false teeth come to his rescue.

Porridge

Fletcher has been offering his advice to his fellow prisoners on the topic of romance. Letters written home result in a visiting room full of wives and sweethearts, but Fletcher's visitor is his eldest daughter. Should he be following his own advice?

All At Sea

When Wrestle-Hysteria comes to town, Charlie is desperate to get tickets for the show. But with no money to buy them, he and his friends must go to extraordinary lengths to fulfill their dreams. Meanwhile, Mum has found a way to fulfill Hannah's dreams - but will it really help her win her daughter's trust?

Open All Hours

Nurse Gladys Emmanuel tells Arkwright that he must buy a new washing machine, he is forced to come up with an ingenious plan to keep her happy and his savings undisturbed.

4 O'Clock Club

When Josh auditions for a place at a performing arts school, it could mean that his days at Elmsmere and the 4 O'Clock Club are numbered. Meanwhile, Mr Bell or Mrs O'Brian may chosen as the school's only head teacher.

The Secret Life Of Rosewood Avenue

Episode 1, Moving In: A hapless vicar discovers that life behind suburbia's net curtains is not what he expected.

Fawlty Towers

A public health inspector's visit leaves Basil with a long list of improvements to make to the hotel, but when he discovers that Manuel has been keeping a pet rat for the past year, things go from bad to worse!

Gigglebiz

Captain Adorable has problems with a space guinea pig, fitness instructor Keith Fitt gets Arthur Sleep running in the studio and zany scientist Professor Muddles demonstrates his bicycle-powered recycling machine.

The Elephant Man

Episode 7, Age Concern: With the big three-o looming, zookeeper Terry is desperate to recapture his youth.

Miranda

The discovery of a handsome stranger's lost wallet in the shop prompts one of Miranda and Stevie's infamous competitions.

Who Goes There

Episode 3.4: Martin Young's famous people quiz. With Francis Wheen, Sue Cook, Fred Housego and Annabel Giles.

The Leak

Tom Price picks out his favourite moments from The Leak.

Blackadder

The Prince has seduced and 'soiled' the Duke of Wellington's two nieces. When the triumphant war hero hears of George's indiscretion, he swears to have his revenge - can Blackadder get him out of this one, or will the Royal meet his maker?

Desmond's

It's the Ambrose's 30th wedding anniversary, and Desmond is determined to make it a particularly special one for Shirl. Michael, meanwhile, has a new lady friend to show off. It's bound to be a wonderful evening - right?!

Only Fools And Horses

With the bankruptcy court ordering the family home in Nelson Mandela house to be auctioned, the Trotters' financial nightmare is fast approaching meltdown.

Combined with Cassandra about to give birth at anytime, Marlene's mysterious disappearance and Trigger behaving even more bizarrely than usual, its little wonder that no one is sleeping soundly in Peckham.

Live At The Apollo

Mock The Week host Dara O Briain brings the house down, before introducing sets from Inbetweeners star Greg Davies and Canadian one-liner specialist Stewart Francis.

QI

With Jimmy Carr, Jack Dee and Sue Perkins.

Terry Pratchett's Small Gods

Ephebian philosophers cover the landscape like locusts, argue violently among themselves, and live in barrels. They appear to be no match for the scheming Deacon Vorbis who has captured the city of Ephebe by trickery. But one philosopher, Didactylos, is prepared to stand up to him.

Agatha Raisin

It's all about the quiche this Christmas in a tasty whodunnit starring Ashley Jensen as Agatha Raisin, a PR whizz caught up in a murder mystery.

The Vicar Of Dibley

Alice is concerned. She and Hugo mightn't have been romantically linked for long, but she's known him for 26 years and they've still never kissed - is she so unattractive? When the inevitable eventually happens, David is far from pleased, and Hugo has an important decision to make.

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Jimmy Carr, Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by British boxing sensation Amir Khan, The IT Crowd's Richard Ayoade and comics Holly Walsh and Josh Widdicombe.

Alan Partridge On Open Books With Martin Bryce

Culture spoof in which Alan Partridge is interviewed in front of a local book club about his passion for books.

Lee Evans - Big - Live At The O2

A TV broadcast of Lee Evans's record-breaking tour, which played to over half a million fans across the UK. Infectious stand-up from the top comic.

Room 101

A selection of episodes from the Orwellian comedy.

Bridget Jones: The Edge Of Reason

Comedy sequel with more embarrassments and romantic messes for the diary-keeping heroine. Hapless Bridget gets cold feet about her relationship.

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson thrash out the hot stories of the week, from the silly to the serious, and are joined by Sarah Millican, Joe Wilkinson, DJ Nick Grimshaw and Ollie Locke from Made In Chelsea.

Monty Python: The Meaning Of Live

Documentary focusing on the live shows by Monty Python, featuring rare backstage footage and new interviews.

Steve Coogan: Stand Up Down Under

Cameras follow Steve Coogan on his 2009 live tour of Australia and New Zealand.

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.

My Teenage Diary

Rufus Hound is joined by the historian Lucy Worsley, whose diaries reveal that she was swottier than the average teenager. While her friends were out at parties, Lucy was curating her collection of rocks, and gardening.

Laura Solon: Talking And Not Talking

After visiting a Christina Aguilera concert, Kitty confuses post-feminism with being a slag; Carole introduces Cup-a-Meat to the world; and Olga the tyrant phones a late-night local radio programme.

Channel 4's 30 Greatest Comedy Shows

A countdown of the 30 greatest comedy shows in Channel 4's archives.

Birds Of A Feather

A selection of four episodes from the sitcom starring Linda Robson, Pauline Quirke and Lesley Joseph.

I'm Alan Partridge

Alan is anxious about a visit from the Inland Revenue. To make matters worse, he has lied to his girlfriend about how well he knows U2's Bono.

Steve Coogan: Stand Up Down Under

The second part of the documentary which observes Steve Coogan on his 2009 live tour of Australia and New Zealand.

Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled

Alan's guests are Bill Bailey, Kevin Eldon, Isy Suttie and Craig Campbell. Drunken pirates, kazoos and the head of the Iraqi police all feature in this episode.

Tim FitzHigham: The Gambler

Tim FitzHigham and his nemesis Alex Horne recreate a bizarre bet that was originally wagered by the fourth Duke of Queensbury in 1753.

Continuity

An update on the much-debated renaming of Book at Bedtime, an 'in depth' report from inside the Met Office, and an exciting vacancy in Radio 4's continuity department.

Celebrity Juice

A selection of three episodes of the panel show presented by Keith Lemon.

A Stuggy Pren

Episode 4: Poet and composer Ivor Cutler on bargain hunting, water flowers and 'Beelyploomkins'.

The Inbetweeners

It's a new term and the infamous sociology and geography field trip to Swanage is coming up; all the boys are on board.

Mock The Week

Dara O Briain and the team crack open the bubbly, link arms and welcome 2015 with out-takes, quizzes and favourite clips featuring guests including Ed Byrne, Sara Pascoe and James Acaster.

Pleased To Meet You

Christmas Special Part 2, A Very Dora Christmas: Find out what - or rather who - saucy Dora Dale is roasting on an open fire.

The Trip

Steve and Rob visit the world famous Malham limestone pavement, before eating at The Yorke Arms.

Mock The Week

Dara O Briain and the team crack open the bubbly, link arms and welcome 2015 with out-takes, quizzes and favourite clips featuring guests including Ed Byrne, Sara Pascoe and James Acaster.

QI

With Jimmy Carr, Jack Dee and Sue Perkins.

The IT Crowd

Moss goes to extraordinary lengths to help Jen escape the unwanted attention of potential suitor Bill Crouse. Meanwhile, Roy is busy trying to escape the attentions of an admirer of his own...

Saxondale

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

Jim Davidson: At Least I'm Not Boring

Profile of controversial comedian Jim Davidson.

The Big Fat Quiz Of The Year

With Russell Brand, Noel Fielding, Jonathan Ross, Warwick Davis, Jack Whitehall and Claudia Winkleman.

Dr Terrible's House Of Horrible

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

Dara O'Briain Live At The Theatre Royal

Stand-up comedy from Dara O'Briain. An hour of highlights from the comedian's 2006 routine.

Room 101

A selection of episodes from the Orwellian comedy.

Cuckoo

It's Christmas in Lichfield. Lorna is full of the Yuletide Spirit, in more ways than one. Ben and Dale both want to make Rachel's holiday special - and Ken gets stuck in the middle.

Who Goes There

Episode 3.4: Martin Young's famous people quiz. With Francis Wheen, Sue Cook, Fred Housego and Annabel Giles.

I'm Alan Partridge

Alan is anxious about a visit from the Inland Revenue. To make matters worse, he has lied to his girlfriend about how well he knows U2's Bono.

Virtually Famous

Pixie Lott, James Acaster, magician Troy, and Aisling Bea face questions and challenges all about clips, virals and YouTube celebrities.

Minder

Long-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.

The Trip

Steve and Rob visit the world famous Malham limestone pavement, before eating at The Yorke Arms.

Terry Pratchett's Small Gods

Ephebian philosophers cover the landscape like locusts, argue violently among themselves, and live in barrels. They appear to be no match for the scheming Deacon Vorbis who has captured the city of Ephebe by trickery. But one philosopher, Didactylos, is prepared to stand up to him.

Saxondale

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

Channel 4's 30 Greatest Comedy Shows

A countdown of the 30 greatest comedy shows in Channel 4's archives.

Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled

Alan's guests are Bill Bailey, Kevin Eldon, Isy Suttie and Craig Campbell. Drunken pirates, kazoos and the head of the Iraqi police all feature in this episode.

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Marlon Davis talks moments of madness, Adam Bloom is a big hip-hop fan, Sara Pascoe tries to work men out and Tom Wrigglesworth talks sex shows.

Dr Terrible's House Of Horrible

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

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Tonight at the Comedy Store; Adam Bloom talks East vs. West, Kai Humphries makes text errors, Carl Donnelly has had a haircut and Paul Tonkinson has been married a long time!

The Inbetweeners

It's a new term and the infamous sociology and geography field trip to Swanage is coming up; all the boys are on board.

'Allo 'Allo!

With the Colonel, Flick and Von Smallhousen held by the Communist Resistance, Gruber calls in Von Flockenstuffen to have General Von Klinkerhoffen sectioned. Back in the town, Michelle's plan to have the airmen escape by balloon goes awry when helium cannisters deploy too early...

Cuckoo

It's Christmas in Lichfield. Lorna is full of the Yuletide Spirit, in more ways than one. Ben and Dale both want to make Rachel's holiday special - and Ken gets stuck in the middle.

The IT Crowd

Moss goes to extraordinary lengths to help Jen escape the unwanted attention of potential suitor Bill Crouse. Meanwhile, Roy is busy trying to escape the attentions of an admirer of his own...

The IT Crowd

Jen explains that she is subject to very powerful mood swings around a certain time every month.

The Secret Life Of Rosewood Avenue

Episode 1, Moving In: A hapless vicar discovers that life behind suburbia's net curtains is not what he expected.

The Elephant Man

Episode 7, Age Concern: With the big three-o looming, zookeeper Terry is desperate to recapture his youth.