British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Friday 20th March 2015

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (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 1 - Long Leggedy Beasties And Things That Go Bump In The Night

William and Hester find themselves at odds with the neighbours after farmer Monsieur Dax sets up a scarecrow. Meanwhile, Hester's in search of 'situations vacant'.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7am (repeat)
Yes Minister. Image shows from L to R: James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne), Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds). Copyright: BBC

Yes Minister

Series 1, Episode 7 - Jobs For The Boys

The Minister gets into a spot of hot water when discussing a landmark scheme between Government and industry taking place in the Midlands - the Solihull Project - on a radio talk show. It soon becomes apparent that not all is running as it should, and rather distasteful steps must be taken to smooth the issue.

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

Living With The Enemy

Episode 6: 'If you can't get even, get mad'. Gyles goes on the rampage and Sophie turns to gossip.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:30am (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Series 8, Episode 1 - A Deeply Personal Problem

When Jean attempts a spot of match-making for Judith and Sandy, Lionel finds himself at the centre of a frustrating misunderstanding.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme. Image shows from L to R: Carrie Quinlan, John Finnemore, Simon Kane, Margaret Cabourn-Smith, Lawry Lewin. Copyright: BBC

John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme

Series 2, Episode 2

Another sketch about how The Archers sounds to people who don't listen to The Archers, a song about a dog and a sketch about a mathematician's agent.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
Hancock's Half Hour. Image shows from L to R: Sidney James (Sid James), Anthony Aloysius St John Hancock (Tony Hancock), Bill Kerr (Bill Kerr)

Hancock's Half Hour

Series 3, Episode 6 - The Blackboard Jungle

Anthony Aloysius St John Hancock is a loser whose plans and aspirations are continually ruined by bad luck, Sidney Balmoral James or, more often than not, by his own pomposity and ambition.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 8:05am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 3, Episode 3 - Rembrandt Doesn't Live Here Anymore

A chance meeting in a club which Terry is minding takes Arthur into the world of fine art as he sees an opportunity to make some money by selling forgeries.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
The Men From The Ministry. Copyright: BBC

The Men From The Ministry

The Finger of Suspicion: Civil servant Lamb is inconvenienced over collecting takings from the public loos.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
The Museum Of Curiosity. Image shows from L to R: Dave Gorman, John Lloyd. Copyright: BBC

The Museum Of Curiosity

Gallery 4, Episode 5 - Meeting Twenty-Three

Featuring the comic Alex Horne, polar explorer and writer Sara Wheeler and documentary maker Alain de Botton.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:25am
15 min
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 20 - Upside Down

The Twirlywoos learn about upside down when they watch a gallery owner hanging some paintings. Back in the Boat they help put the Very Important Lady the right way up.

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

The Cavity Within

Episode 4: Dentist Marty has high hopes for a relationship. The zoo brings out the animal in Pete.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9:45am (repeat)
Dani's Castle. Image shows from L to R: Esme (Jordan Brown), Kait (Shannon Flynn), Dani (Dani Harmer). Copyright: The Foundation

Dani's Castle

Series 1, Episode 7 - Bogmoor Rocks

Another money-making scheme goes awry when bad weather forces the cancellation of Bogmoor's rock festival, but has anyone told Jedward?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:10am (repeat)
4 O'Clock Files. Mr Bell (Simon Lowe). Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Files

Episode 5 - The Staff

Mr Bell seeks to explain how the staff at Elmsmere are not just teachers - but more like superheroes.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:30am (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 6, Highlights Special - The Best of The Two Ronnies

A compilation of highlights from the series, with the two Ronnies joined by guests including Paul McDowell, Sam Kelly and Martin Duncan and The Aldershot Brass Ensemble.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20am (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Roger Bailey Jr. (Keiron Self), Janey Harper (Daniela Denby-Ashe), Kenzo Harper (Tayler Marshall), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker), Michael Harper (Gabriel Thomson), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay), Abi Harper (Siobhan Hayes). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 7, Episode 9 - Life Begins At Fifty

Susan is accused of shoplifting and as if the forgetfulness, mood swings and night sweats weren't enough of a problem, she also has to put up with Ben's defending her.

CITV 11:30am (repeat)
Sooty. Richard (Richard Cadell). Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 24 - Disco Disco!

Richard is looking forward to Mr Slater's disco, but - Sooty, Sweep and Soo are in charge. With no sound system and a broken smoke machine, Sooty has to call in some old friends to save the day. With special guest stars B*Witched.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Janey Harper (Daniela Denby-Ashe), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker), Michael Harper (Gabriel Thomson), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay), Abi Harper (Siobhan Hayes), Roger Bailey Jr. (Keiron Self). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 8, Episode 1 - The Parent Trap

Ben takes delivery of a neighbour's plasma screen television and falls in love with it, but it seems that Michael's current love interest may be expecting a delivery of something smaller but more problematic.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
Hancock's Half Hour. Image shows from L to R: Sidney James (Sid James), Anthony Aloysius St John Hancock (Tony Hancock), Bill Kerr (Bill Kerr)

Hancock's Half Hour

Series 3, Episode 6 - The Blackboard Jungle

Anthony Aloysius St John Hancock is a loser whose plans and aspirations are continually ruined by bad luck, Sidney Balmoral James or, more often than not, by his own pomposity and ambition.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:05pm (repeat)
Hacker Time. Copyright: BBC

Hacker Time

Series 4, Episode 5 - Martin Lewis

Chat, music and comedy from Hacker T Dog. Also featuring the lift-based quiz that works on many levels. In this episode, Hacker's guest is financial guru Martin Lewis.

CITV 12:30pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 3 - The Cruise

Bean wins two tickets for an exotic cruise and takes Teddy along for the trip of a lifetime. While showing off to a new friend, Bean goes overboard and is stranded on a desert island.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
The Men From The Ministry. Copyright: BBC

The Men From The Ministry

The Finger of Suspicion: Civil servant Lamb is inconvenienced over collecting takings from the public loos.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 5, Episode 7

Hyacinth is excited to learn that Emmet is rehearsing for an amateur musical. Daisy is growing increasingly frustrated at Onslow's lack of romantic interest - and he vice versa!

CITV 12:45pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 19 - Royal Bean

Mr Bean meets the Queen during a visit to Buckingham Palace to replace his favourite, but broken, mug.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:55pm (repeat)
The Battle Of The Sexes. Image shows from L to R: Robert Macpherson (Robert Morley), Mr Martin (Peter Sellers)

The Battle Of The Sexes

Peter Sellers stars as an accountant who revolts when an American tries to modernise his traditional firm.

U&Drama channel logo 1pm (repeat)
Brush Strokes. Image shows from L to R: Jacko (Karl Howman), Lionel Bainbridge (Gary Waldhorn), Sandra (Jackie Lye), Eric (Mike Walling). Copyright: BBC

Brush Strokes

Series 3, Episode 5

The threat of competition from Jacko's new decorating business starts to worry Lionel - especially when his staff begin to defect. Suddenly, however, he appears to have the upper hand - or does he?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 5, Episode 8

Hyacinth is still eager to join Emmet's production of The Boyfriend and drops in at the church hall before a sophisticated barbecue at Violet's.

BBC Radio Scotland 1:30pm
30 min
Julia Sutherland

A Funny Kind Of...

Funny Kind Of Family, Episode 1

Julia Sutherland explores the family lives of comedians JoJo Sutherland, Fern Brady and Thom Tuck to find incredible situations and unbelievable stories and uncover the funny side of modern-day taboos.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:30pm (repeat)
Dani's Castle. Image shows from L to R: Esme (Jordan Brown), Kait (Shannon Flynn), Dani (Dani Harmer). Copyright: The Foundation

Dani's Castle

Series 1, Episode 7 - Bogmoor Rocks

Another money-making scheme goes awry when bad weather forces the cancellation of Bogmoor's rock festival, but has anyone told Jedward?

U&Drama channel logo 1:40pm (repeat)
Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?. Image shows from L to R: Terry Collier (James Bolam), Bob Ferris (Rodney Bewes). Copyright: BBC

Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?

Series 2, Episode 12 - Conduct Unbecoming

Terry has got involved in a ruck with a local hard man, Scaife, and is up before the magistrate. The next evening he is determined to finish the matter but, instead, calls a truce over a pint and a fag - but nobody has told Bob and his comments make for more hostility ...

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:55pm (repeat)
4 O'Clock Files. Mr Bell (Simon Lowe). Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Files

Episode 5 - The Staff

Mr Bell seeks to explain how the staff at Elmsmere are not just teachers - but more like superheroes.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2pm (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Series 8, Episode 1 - A Deeply Personal Problem

When Jean attempts a spot of match-making for Judith and Sandy, Lionel finds himself at the centre of a frustrating misunderstanding.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2pm (repeat)
Lunch. Image shows from L to R: Bill (Stephen Mangan), Bella (Claire Skinner). Copyright: BBC

Lunch

Series 2, Episode 5 - The Whole Enchilada

Bella has made some life-changing decisions, but Bill has an announcement of his own.

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 6, Episode 1 - Not In My Back Yard

Sharon, Tracey and Dorien believe they will be living round the corner from royalty, when someone with children called Harry and William, and who is guarded by heavies moves into Chigwell.

The Africa Channel 2:30pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 1, Episode 5 - A Surprise For Porkpie

Michael's marketing plans for the shop backfire a little and send Porkpie into hiding on his birthday. Gloria, Louise and Matthew are intent on raising his spirits.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:40pm (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 22, Episode 7 - A Hair Of The Blonde That Bit You

When Pearl finds a long blonde hair on Howard, he recruits his friends to explain it.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20pm (repeat)
Yes Minister. Image shows from L to R: James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne), Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds). Copyright: BBC

Yes Minister

Series 1, Episode 7 - Jobs For The Boys

The Minister gets into a spot of hot water when discussing a landmark scheme between Government and industry taking place in the Midlands - the Solihull Project - on a radio talk show. It soon becomes apparent that not all is running as it should, and rather distasteful steps must be taken to smooth the issue.

BBC Two 3:40pm (repeat)
Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em. Frank Spencer (Michael Crawford). Credit: BBC

Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em

Series 3, Episode 2 - Wendy House

Frank tries to build a wendy house for Jessica.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4pm (repeat)
Boj. Copyright: Pesky Productions

Boj

Episode 46 - Blast Off Buddies

When Denzil accidentally breaks Gavin's new toy rocket, Boj has a boj-a-boom idea to make Gavin a rocket that will actually fly and fix his buddies' friendship. Boj-a-moon!

CITV 4:15pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 4 - Coconut Shy

Mr Bean hopes to win some cash prizes at the funfair, but it is not as easy as it seems!

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:15pm (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 2 - Inside Story

Hester is approached to be the subject of a feature in a high-class Parisian lifestyle magazine about Brits residing in France.

BBC Two 4:15pm (repeat)
Three Up, Two Down. Image shows from L to R: Angie Tyler (Lysette Anthony), Nick Tyler (Ray Burdis), Sam Tyler (Michael Elphick), Daphne Trenchard (Angela Thorne). Copyright: BBC

Three Up, Two Down

Series 4, Episode 1

Much to Daphne's delight, Sam has packed up taxidermy, but to her disgust has taken up with Rhonda, their next-door neighbour. Angie is becoming successful as a model and Nick is pursuing a career as a photo-journalist.

CITV 4:30pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 20 - Young Bean

When did Mr Bean first meet his teddy bear? Did he really learn to drive his Mini at the age of ten? He takes us on a journey into the past.

BBC Two 4:45pm (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Image shows from L to R: Ted Bovis (Paul Shane), Spike Dixon (Jeffrey Holland). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 5, Christmas Special - Raffles

Ted decides to raffle Clive's car and switch it for a look-alike banger before delivering it to the lucky winner.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:50pm (repeat)
Rising Damp. Rupert Rigsby (Leonard Rossiter). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

Rising Damp

Series 4, Episode 4 - Pink Carnations

Rigsby decides he must finally move on, giving up on Miss Jones and filing for divorce. He places an advert in the local newspaper, but his search for love doesn't run entirely smoothly.

The Africa Channel 5pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 1, Episode 5 - A Surprise For Porkpie

Michael's marketing plans for the shop backfire a little and send Porkpie into hiding on his birthday. Gloria, Louise and Matthew are intent on raising his spirits.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5pm
30 min
The Dog Ate My Homework. Iain Stirling. Copyright: BBC

The Dog Ate My Homework

Series 2, Episode 8

The team captains are joined by Radio 1's Chris Stark and Ashleigh and Pudsey from CBBC's Who Let the Dogs Out? Also with comedians James Acaster and Romesh Ranganathan.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
Beachcomber... By The Way

Beachcomber... By The Way

Series 1, Episode 4

Humourous tales based on J. B. Morton's popular and whimsical Daily Express column, By The Way.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:05pm (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

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...

BBC Two Wales. Copyright: BBC 5:15pm (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Image shows from L to R: Audrey fforbes-Hamilton (Penelope Keith), Richard DeVere (Peter Bowles), Mrs. Polouvicka (Daphne Heard). Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Series 3, Episode 7

Hartley's death re-opens the chasm in Richard's finances, and the manor is once again under the hammer. A saviour could still be at hand, but what does the future hold for Grantleigh - not to mention Audrey, Richard and Mrs Poo?

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:20pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Olive (Anna Karen). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 7, Episode 10 - What The Stars Foretell

The Butler household is thrown into chaos when the stars foretell marital success for Mum and Olive - and they both set their eyes on Blakey! Meanwhile, the Luxton & District is being subsumed into a national company, so change is afoot at the depot.

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

Living With The Enemy

Episode 6: 'If you can't get even, get mad'. Gyles goes on the rampage and Sophie turns to gossip.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:45pm (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 4 - It's Only Rock And Roll

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?

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Brush Strokes. Image shows from L to R: Jacko (Karl Howman), Lionel Bainbridge (Gary Waldhorn), Sandra (Jackie Lye), Eric (Mike Walling). Copyright: BBC

Brush Strokes

Series 3, Episode 5

The threat of competition from Jacko's new decorating business starts to worry Lionel - especially when his staff begin to defect. Suddenly, however, he appears to have the upper hand - or does he?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 6pm (repeat)
The Museum Of Curiosity. Image shows from L to R: Dave Gorman, John Lloyd. Copyright: BBC

The Museum Of Curiosity

Gallery 4, Episode 5 - Meeting Twenty-Three

Featuring the comic Alex Horne, polar explorer and writer Sara Wheeler and documentary maker Alain de Botton.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:30pm (repeat)
My Family. Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 6, Christmas Special - The Heart Of Christmas

The Harpers are looking forward to another Christmas - except for Ben, who comes up with a cunning plan, feigning a mystery illness to escape the festivities.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Jeremy Hardy Speaks To The Nation. Jeremy Hardy. Copyright: Pozzitive Productions

The News Quiz

Series 86, Episode 5

A satirical review of the week's news, chaired by Jeremy Hardy. With Bob Mills, Hugo Rifkind, Elis James and Samira Ahmed.

U&Drama channel logo 6:40pm (repeat)
Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?. Image shows from L to R: Terry Collier (James Bolam), Bob Ferris (Rodney Bewes). Copyright: BBC

Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?

Series 2, Episode 12 - Conduct Unbecoming

Terry has got involved in a ruck with a local hard man, Scaife, and is up before the magistrate. The next evening he is determined to finish the matter but, instead, calls a truce over a pint and a fag - but nobody has told Bob and his comments make for more hostility ...

U&Yesterday channel logo 7pm
60 min version (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 7

Bill Bailey acts as tonight's guest host. Joining Ian Hislop and Paul Merton are guest panellists Armando Iannucci and Jack Whitehall.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
Hancock's Half Hour. Image shows from L to R: Sidney James (Sid James), Anthony Aloysius St John Hancock (Tony Hancock), Bill Kerr (Bill Kerr)

Hancock's Half Hour

Series 3, Episode 6 - The Blackboard Jungle

Anthony Aloysius St John Hancock is a loser whose plans and aspirations are continually ruined by bad luck, Sidney Balmoral James or, more often than not, by his own pomposity and ambition.

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 26, Episode 7 - The McDonaghs Of Jamieson Street

The trio try to track down the woman who escaped Smiler's clutches.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
The Men From The Ministry. Copyright: BBC

The Men From The Ministry

The Finger of Suspicion: Civil servant Lamb is inconvenienced over collecting takings from the public loos.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Karen (Ramona Marquez), Sue (Claire Skinner), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey), Pete (Hugh Dennis), Ben (Daniel Roche). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 3, Episode 6

Mum and Dad struggle to put things right between them, but Karen is unimpressed by their behaviour.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Pete (Hugh Dennis), Sue (Claire Skinner), Karen (Ramona Marquez), Ben (Daniel Roche), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 4, Episode 1

The Brockman family have some tough decisions to make about work, video games and who to take to a family funeral. The vicar probably wishes none of them had ever come.

U&Yesterday channel logo 9pm (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

A selection of episodes from the fifth series of the sitcom starring Judi Dench and Geoffrey Palmer.

London Live 9pm (repeat)
The New Statesman. Alan B'Stard MP (Rik Mayall). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Yorkshire Television

The New Statesman

Series 4, Episode 3 - Speaking In Tongues

Alan advises Piers to make a name for himself, resulting in the entire Brussels translation service going on strike. Luckily there's a computerised replacement system ready to go. Meanwhile, Alan himself is being lobbied by a German Green MEP about the route of a new autobahn.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Porridge: Inside Out. Image shows from L to R: Tony Osoba, Sam Kelly, Christopher Biggins. Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Porridge: Inside Out

Episode 2 - Banged Up

Second of three programmes celebrating this truly classic sitcom. Find out about life on set, while cast members, the writers and fans share their memories.

Comedy Central 9pm (repeat)
Lee Evans: Roadrunner. Lee Evans. Copyright: Little Mo Films

Lee Evans: Roadrunner

TV broadcast of Lee Evans's 2011 stand-up show and release, Roadrunner.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Lee (Lee Mack), Daisy (Katy Wix). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 6, Episode 1 - Rabbit

In an attempt to secure a lucrative work contract Lucy goes for dinner at a client's house but on her way home accidentally drives over his daughter's beloved pet rabbit. Panicking, in case she loses the job, she inveigles Lee into her hair-brained scheme to get herself off the hook.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm
60 min
Stella. Image shows from L to R: Stella (Ruth Jones), Michael Jackson (Patrick Baladi). Copyright: Tidy Productions

Stella

Series 4, Episode 7

Stella is overjoyed when sister-in-law and best friend Paula makes a surprise return to Pontyberry. Elsewhere, Big Alan worries about Celia and ex-husband Dan.

London Live 9:30pm (repeat)
The New Statesman. Alan B'Stard MP (Rik Mayall). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Yorkshire Television

The New Statesman

Series 4, Episode 4 - Heil And Farewell

Alan infiltrates and becomes leader of a resurgent Nazi Party, but his aims look set to have a more honourable side-effect than usual. Plus, he's got Hitler's knob on his side.

BBC Three 9:30pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Shaparak Khorsandi, Kevin Bridges, Jack Whitehall. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 6, Episode 4 - Kevin Bridges, Shappi Khorsandi, Jack Whitehall

Kevin Bridges introduces Shappi Khorsandi and Jack Whitehall.

U&Dave channel logo 9:40pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Lee (Lee Mack), Daisy (Katy Wix). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 6, Episode 2 - Skiing

On a skiing trip to Eastern Europe, Lee, Lucy and Daisy are stuck in a cable car with a pregnant woman.

London Live 10pm (repeat)
Da Ali G Show. Ali G (Sacha Baron Cohen)

Da Ali G Show

A selection of three episodes of Sacha Baron Cohen's comic creation.

Comedy Central 10pm
60 min version (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

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

TNT Sports 1 logo 10pm
60 min
The Football's On. Copyright: BT Sport

The Football's On

Series 2, Episode 32

Ian Stone is joined by Jon Richardson and Nathan Caton.

BBC Three 10pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Rob Beckett, Nina Conti, Jimeoin. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 9, Episode 6 - Nina Conti, Rob Beckett, Jimeoin

Nina Conti presents, with special guests Rob Beckett and Jimeoin.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme. Image shows from L to R: Carrie Quinlan, John Finnemore, Simon Kane, Margaret Cabourn-Smith, Lawry Lewin. Copyright: BBC

John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme

Series 2, Episode 2

Another sketch about how The Archers sounds to people who don't listen to The Archers, a song about a dog and a sketch about a mathematician's agent.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
65 min
Alan Carr: Chatty Man. Alan Carr. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Alan Carr: Chatty Man

Series 14, Episode 1 - The Voice Judges, Antonio Banderas, Steph & Dom, Ella Henderson

In the first show, Alan's guests are all four The Voice judges - Rita Ora, Will.i.am, Ricky Wilson and Tom Jones - who chat about the forthcoming live shows. Hollywood star Antonio Banderas drops in to talk about his latest film, The SpongeBob Movie: A Sponge Out of Water, plus Steph & Dom from Gogglebox. Music is from Ella Henderson who performs Mirror Man live in the studio.

U&Dave channel logo 10:20pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Russell Howard, Dara O Briain, Hugh Dennis, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 8, Episode 5

With guests guests Kevin Bridges, Ed Byrne and Chris Addison.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Simon Munnery

The League Against Tedium

Episode 6

Episode 6: A message from the holy land! Bamboozling blur of oddball comedy and easy listening, with Simon Munnery.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:35pm
60 min
The Graham Norton Show. Graham Norton. Credit: So Television, Christopher Baines

The Graham Norton Show

Series 16, Highlights Special - Series 16 Highlights

Graham introduces highlights from the current series of the talk show, with guests including: Meryl Streep, Will Smith, David Beckham, Jennifer Aniston, Benedict Cumberbatch, One Direction, Dame Judi Dench and many more.

U&Drama channel logo 11pm (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, Episode 1 - Not In My Back Yard

Sharon, Tracey and Dorien believe they will be living round the corner from royalty, when someone with children called Harry and William, and who is guarded by heavies moves into Chigwell.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
The Trip. Image shows from L to R: Steve (Steve Coogan), Rob (Rob Brydon). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions / Arbie

The Trip

The Trip, Episode 4 - Hipping Hall

For their fourth meal together, Steve and Rob are at Hipping Hall.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
QI. Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series A, Episode 4 - Atoms

With Jo Brand, Howard Goodall and Jeremy Hardy.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:25pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Jimmy Carr. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 2 (Channel 4: Series 3), Episode 5

Jimmy Carr and the regulars are joined by James Corden and Jack Dee. Countdown's Susie Dent is in with the help of Joe Lycett.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:25pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 7, Episode 6

In this episode, David Mitchell is joined by Sarah Millican and Jon Richardson, and Lee Mack is joined by David Harewood and Bob Mortimer.

London Live 11:30pm (repeat)
Spaced. Image shows from L to R: Marsha Klein (Julia Deakin), Mike Watt (Nick Frost), Daisy Steiner (Jessica Hynes), Brian Topp (Mark Heap), Tim Bisley (Simon Pegg), Twist Morgan (Katy Carmichael)

Spaced

Series 1, Episode 4 - Battles

Whilst Tim and Daisy argue over the ownership of a dog, he also goes paintballing with Mike where he sees Duane for the first time since Sarah left him. Mike makes a big sacrifice for Tim as he seeks his ultimate vengeance. Brian reminisces about his childhood pet.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Can't Tell Nathan Caton Nothing. Nathan Caton. Copyright: BBC

Can't Tell Nathan Caton Nothing

Series 1, Episode 2 - About Moving Out

Nathan decides it's time to leave home, but can he find somewhere to live, and will his mother allow him to leave?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40pm (repeat)
Human Remains. Image shows left to right: Flick (Julia Davis), Peter (Rob Brydon)

Human Remains

Black comedy series in which Rob Brydon and Julia Davis play various characters.

U&Dave channel logo 11:40pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 5, Episode 3

David Mitchell is joined by David O'Doherty and Katherine Parkinson, and Lee Mack is joined by Bill Turnbull and Louie Spence.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 11:40pm (repeat)
Follow That Camel. Image shows from L to R: Corktip (Anita Harris), Simpson (Peter Butterworth), Bertram 'Bo' Oliphant West (Jim Dale), Sergeant Ernie Nocker (Phil Silvers). Copyright: Peter Rogers Productions

Follow That Camel

Comedy from the Carry On team about a young English aristocrat who joins the Foreign Legion. Phil Silvers guest stars.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:45pm (repeat)
Tina C: Herstory. Tina C (Christopher Green). Copyright: BBC

Tina C's Global Depression Tour

Episode 2 - Iceland

Christopher Green's comic creation is in Iceland this week.

London Live Midnight (repeat)
Spaced. Image shows from L to R: Marsha Klein (Julia Deakin), Mike Watt (Nick Frost), Daisy Steiner (Jessica Hynes), Brian Topp (Mark Heap), Tim Bisley (Simon Pegg), Twist Morgan (Katy Carmichael)

Spaced

Series 1, Episode 5 - Chaos

Tim and Daisy are still in disagreement about Colin, which is intensified when he mysteriously disappears. When they receive an anonymous note it is up to Tim to pull the troops together and save Colin.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation Midnight (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 17, Episode 9

The teams are joined by guests Alex Brooker, Henning Wehn, Rob Beckett and Kate Humble.

BBC Radio 4 Extra Midnight (repeat)
Lunch. Image shows from L to R: Bill (Stephen Mangan), Bella (Claire Skinner). Copyright: BBC

Lunch

Series 2, Episode 5 - The Whole Enchilada

Bella has made some life-changing decisions, but Bill has an announcement of his own.

ITV Encore 12:05am (repeat)
Cold Feet. Image shows from L to R: Pete Gifford (John Thomson), Karen Marsden (Hermione Norris), David Marsden (Robert Bathurst), Jenny Gifford (Fay Ripley), Adam Williams (James Nesbitt)

Cold Feet

Comedy drama about three couples experiencing the ups-and-downs of romance.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20am (repeat)
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.

London Live 12:30am (repeat)
Drop The Dead Donkey. Image shows from L to R: Henry Davenport (David Swift), George Dent (Jeff Rawle), Helen Cooper (Ingrid Lacey), Sally Smedley (Victoria Wicks), Damien Day (Stephen Tompkinson), Gus Hedges (Robert Duncan), Joy Merryweather (Susannah Doyle). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Drop The Dead Donkey

Series 2, Episode 7 - Hoax

Sitcom set at GlobeLink News, a TV news station which is ordered to start taking a sensationalist stance to the news by its new owner.

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Alan Carr: Chatty Man. Alan Carr. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Alan Carr: Chatty Man

Series 14, Episode 1 - The Voice Judges, Antonio Banderas, Steph & Dom, Ella Henderson

In the first show, Alan's guests are all four The Voice judges - Rita Ora, Will.i.am, Ricky Wilson and Tom Jones - who chat about the forthcoming live shows. Hollywood star Antonio Banderas drops in to talk about his latest film, The SpongeBob Movie: A Sponge Out of Water, plus Steph & Dom from Gogglebox. Music is from Ella Henderson who performs Mirror Man live in the studio.

BBC Three 12:30am (repeat)
Uncle. Image shows from L to R: Errol (Elliot Speller-Gillott), Andy (Nick Helm), Blake (Liam Williams). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Uncle

Series 2, Episode 6

Andy is suffering from a string of bad news and the threat of eviction. The tables turn when he receives a surprise cheque in the mail. Now all he needs to do is cash it and pay his landlord in the next three hours, while keeping Errol busy as Sam plans a surprise birthday party. But the universe might have other ideas...

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:50am
50 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, 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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Fake Reaction. Matt Edmondson. Copyright: STV Productions

Fake Reaction

Series 2, Episode 4

Guests facing fish entrail wine, a twerking Scot in a kilt, electric shock selfies and a giant exploding zit are Olympic hero Louis Smith MBE, singer Kate Nash, The Last Leg's Alex Brooker and comedian Bobby Mair.

London Live 1am (repeat)
Drop The Dead Donkey. Image shows from L to R: Henry Davenport (David Swift), George Dent (Jeff Rawle), Helen Cooper (Ingrid Lacey), Sally Smedley (Victoria Wicks), Damien Day (Stephen Tompkinson), Gus Hedges (Robert Duncan), Joy Merryweather (Susannah Doyle). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Drop The Dead Donkey

Series 2, Episode 8 - Don't Mention The Arabs

Sitcom set at GlobeLink News, a TV news station which is ordered to start taking a sensationalist stance to the news by its new owner.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1am (repeat)
Getting On. Image shows from L to R: Nurse Kim Wilde (Jo Brand), Doctor Pippa Moore (Vicki Pepperdine), Hilary Loftus (Ricky Grover), Sister Den Flixter (Joanna Scanlan). Copyright: Vera Productions

Getting On

Series 2, Episode 3

Kim's dream of an uneventful night shift is quickly scuppered.

BBC Three 1am (repeat)
Bluestone 42. Ellen (Laura Aikman). Copyright: BBC

Bluestone 42

Series 3, Episode 2

During a major operation, Nick is called in to rescue a squaddie who has trapped his helmet in an IED tripwire.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 1am (repeat)
The Museum Of Curiosity. Image shows from L to R: Dave Gorman, John Lloyd. Copyright: BBC

The Museum Of Curiosity

Gallery 4, Episode 5 - Meeting Twenty-Three

Featuring the comic Alex Horne, polar explorer and writer Sara Wheeler and documentary maker Alain de Botton.

U&Dave channel logo 1:50am (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Russell Howard, Dara O Briain, Hugh Dennis, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 8, Episode 5

With guests guests Kevin Bridges, Ed Byrne and Chris Addison.

Comedy Central 2am
30 min
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 3, Episode 20

Zoe Lyons is partial to wine; Nick Dixon has been dating; Dane Baptiste has no time for '90s kids; and Ivo Graham has been given the second worst compliment.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:30am (repeat)
The Trip. Image shows from L to R: Steve (Steve Coogan), Rob (Rob Brydon). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions / Arbie

The Trip

The Trip, Episode 4 - Hipping Hall

For their fourth meal together, Steve and Rob are at Hipping Hall.

Comedy Central 2:30am (repeat)
Drunk History. Thomas Cromwell (Mathew Horne). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Drunk History

Series 1, Episode 2

Tom Rosenthal talks The Great Fire of London, Andrew Maxwell on graverobbers Burke and Hare, and Rob Beckett on Queen Victoria's unwanted cheese.

U&Dave channel logo 2:30am (repeat)
Live At The Electric. Russell Kane. Copyright: Avalon Television

Live At The Electric

Series 1, Episode 7

Hari Kondabolu delivers his all-American views on British history; Jigsaw take part in a half-baked robbery; and Joe Wilkinson's timing is slightly off cue.

BBC Three 2:30am (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Shaparak Khorsandi, Kevin Bridges, Jack Whitehall. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 6, Episode 4 - Kevin Bridges, Shappi Khorsandi, Jack Whitehall

Kevin Bridges introduces Shappi Khorsandi and Jack Whitehall.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3am (repeat)
Human Remains. Image shows left to right: Flick (Julia Davis), Peter (Rob Brydon)

Human Remains

Black comedy series in which Rob Brydon and Julia Davis play various characters.

U&Dave channel logo 3am (repeat)
Dara O Briain: School Of Hard Sums. Dara O Briain

Dara O Briain: School Of Hard Sums

Series 2, Episode 4

Brainbox comedian Dara O Briain teams up with Oxford professor Marcus du Sautoy to make maths interesting. Solving conundrums here are guests Miles Jupp and Stephen Mangan.

BBC Three 3am (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Rob Beckett, Nina Conti, Jimeoin. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 9, Episode 6 - Nina Conti, Rob Beckett, Jimeoin

Nina Conti presents, with special guests Rob Beckett and Jimeoin.

Comedy Central Extra 3:25am (repeat)
Grouchy Young Men. Image shows from L to R: Jon Richardson, Donny Tourette, Jim Jefferies, Jack P. Shepherd, Seann Walsh. Copyright: Liberty Bell

Grouchy Young Men

Young male celebrities, including many comics, bitch and complain about life in modern Britain.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:30am (repeat)
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.

Sky Living logo. Copyright: Sky 3:30am (repeat)
Mount Pleasant. Image shows from L to R: Dan Johnson (Daniel Ryan), Lisa Johnson (Sally Lindsay). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mount Pleasant

Series 4, Episode 5

Tanya and Ella try to get their heads around Bradley's web of lies.

BBC Three 3:30am (repeat)
Uncle. Image shows from L to R: Errol (Elliot Speller-Gillott), Andy (Nick Helm), Blake (Liam Williams). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Uncle

Series 2, Episode 6

Andy is suffering from a string of bad news and the threat of eviction. The tables turn when he receives a surprise cheque in the mail. Now all he needs to do is cash it and pay his landlord in the next three hours, while keeping Errol busy as Sam plans a surprise birthday party. But the universe might have other ideas...

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
Beachcomber... By The Way

Beachcomber... By The Way

Series 1, Episode 4

Humourous tales based on J. B. Morton's popular and whimsical Daily Express column, By The Way.

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

Living With The Enemy

Episode 6: 'If you can't get even, get mad'. Gyles goes on the rampage and Sophie turns to gossip.

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