British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Thursday 26th 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 5 - Sale Or Return

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

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:50am (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.

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 2, Episode 4 - The Greasy Pole

Jim is under pressure from all sides concerning the toxic capabilities of Propanol and its potential manufacture in Merseyside. Despite Sir Humphrey's 'help', can he find a beneficial solution?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
Potting On. Pam Grant (Pam Ayres)

Potting On

Episode 1 - Stones

Gordon wants to join the bowls club while Pam wants to go to a rock concert.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:25am (repeat)
The Joke Machine. Joke Master (Jarred Christmas). Copyright: Liberty Bell

The Joke Machine

Episode 20

This episode's jokers are Bournville Primary versus Brentnall Primary.

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 5 - Future Imperfect

After Lionel's financial fears, Alistair suggests he sells the house in Hampshire. Salvation to the dilemma comes from an unlikely quarter.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Alex Edelman: Millennial. Alex Edelman. Copyright: BBC

Alex Edelman: Millennial

Radio 4 recording of the show that won Alex Edelman the Best Newcomer prize at the 2014 Edinburgh Comedy Awards.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
Brothers In Law. Roger Thursby (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Brothers In Law

Series 1, Episode 9 - With Use Of Bath

Barrister Roger Thursby is caught between a landlord and his tenant.

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 7 - The Birdman Of Wormwood Scrubs

Ex-con Ernie leaves prison after fourteen years with a quarter of a million stashed away in a bank. Enter the ever-helpful Arthur.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Not In Front Of The Children

Episode 7, Sweet Memories: Old photos resurface to create resentments for Jennifer and Henry.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
It's Your Round. Angus Deayton. Copyright: BBC

It's Your Round

Series 2, Episode 4

The panellists are Andrew Maxwell, Celia Pacquola, Will Smith and Jason Solomons.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:25am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 4 - Up

The Twirlywoos are in a back garden where they watch a man hanging washing up on a line. Chickedy and Chick get into the washing basket and the man accidentally pegs them up on the line too! The Twirlywoos are having tea, but the tea table is misbehaving. It keeps going further and further up, propelling Great BigHoo and Toodloo all the way out of the top of the boat!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
The Sit Crom. Copyright: BBC

The Sit Crom

Episode 1 - The Secret Knocke

Mercy's disguise is revealed, Father Francis is perplexed in his hole, Tobias denigrates the vegetables, Arise Higgs and his platoon are billeted on Firebasket Hall and Gazebo has lethal orders.

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 11 - Communication Problems

Kaitlin protests at yet another harebrained Jimmy scheme, which involves a massive satellite dish, phone signals and crossed wires. Can things return to near normal before Dani returns from an audition?

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, Episode 4

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

Radio 4 10:45am
15 min
Frances Tomelty

How Does That Make You Feel?

Series 5, Episode 4

Philip is convinced he is helping out his elderly mother, when in fact she has moved in with him to ensure he is taking his medication.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 11:05am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 3, Episode 7 - The Birdman Of Wormwood Scrubs

Ex-con Ernie leaves prison after fourteen years with a quarter of a million stashed away in a bank. Enter the ever-helpful Arthur.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20am (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 6 - Can't Get No Satisfaction

Michael and Alfie's internet dating does not go quite according to plan. Kenzo's piano playing may leave a lot to be desired, but will Ben's attempt to get his old band back together prove a bigger hit?

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

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 4 - Squeaky Clean

Mr Slater is coming for tea! Sooty is cleaning Richard's room, Sweep is in charge of the dishes, and all is set for a great evening. But with a crazy vacuum cleaner on the loose and Richard covered in paint, their plans for a dream tea look set for disaster!

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 7 - The Abi Habit

According to Susan, abstinence makes the heart grow fonder. While Janey looks like having it thrust upon her, for Abi it seems like being a longer term commitment.

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

Hacker Time

Series 4, Episode 9 - Sally Nugent

Fun, chat and music from Hacker T Dog, plus another uninvited appearance from Derek's mother. His guest is BBC Breakfast's Sally Nugent. She loves sport. He does not. What could possibly go right?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
Brothers In Law. Roger Thursby (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Brothers In Law

Series 1, Episode 9 - With Use Of Bath

Barrister Roger Thursby is caught between a landlord and his tenant.

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

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 7 - Litterbugs

Bean is furious with the untidy state of the streets and all the people who drop litter so he goes on a one-man mission to clean up the town.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Not In Front Of The Children

Episode 7, Sweet Memories: Old photos resurface to create resentments for Jennifer and Henry.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40pm (repeat)
Goodnight Sweetheart. Image shows from L to R: Yvonne Sparrow (Emma Amos), Gary Sparrow (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Phoebe Sparrow (Elizabeth Carling). Copyright: Alomo Productions / BBC

Goodnight Sweetheart

Series 5, Episode 6 - We Don't Want To Lose You...

Gary's false wartime identity finally catches up with him.

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

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 47 - The Ball

The nasty tennis player is big and angry and wants his ball back - the one Mr Bean managed to throw onto the roof of a house across the road. Paralysed with vertigo, 60ft up on a window sill, Bean is eventually brought to earth by the helpful intervention of a neighbour's pet hamster.

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 4, Episode 3

Elmo's wine bar opens to mixed reactions, while Jacko and Eric make an Italian connection.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20pm (repeat)
Goodnight Sweetheart. Image shows from L to R: Yvonne Sparrow (Emma Amos), Gary Sparrow (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Phoebe Sparrow (Elizabeth Carling). Copyright: Alomo Productions / BBC

Goodnight Sweetheart

Series 5, Episode 7 - ... But We Think You Have To Go

Alone in wartime France, Gary has to deal with a nasty Nazi, a friendly resistance fighter, and the fact that his double has plans to take his place in London.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:25pm (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 4 - Up

The Twirlywoos are in a back garden where they watch a man hanging washing up on a line. Chickedy and Chick get into the washing basket and the man accidentally pegs them up on the line too! The Twirlywoos are having tea, but the tea table is misbehaving. It keeps going further and further up, propelling Great BigHoo and Toodloo all the way out of the top of the boat!

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 11 - Communication Problems

Kaitlin protests at yet another harebrained Jimmy scheme, which involves a massive satellite dish, phone signals and crossed wires. Can things return to near normal before Dani returns from an audition?

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 5 - Future Imperfect

After Lionel's financial fears, Alistair suggests he sells the house in Hampshire. Salvation to the dilemma comes from an unlikely quarter.

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 5 - All Day And All Of The Night

Sharon has to have work done on the café, and Chris's cousin Georgiou undertakes to do the work cheaply and at night. However he turns the place into an all-night Greek nightclub and Dorien is the star attraction, dancing the night away for £600.

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

Desmond's

Series 2, Episode 3 - 'Old De Front Page Again

The siege continues, with no immediate end in sight and Bob's obstinance hindering all reason. Will it all end peacefully, and without a shot being fired?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2:30pm (repeat)
Anita And Me

Anita And Me

Episode 4: It's a busy time for Meena with Diwali, the fair coming to town and the arrival of an ambulance.

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 23, Episode 1 - A Brief Excursion In The Fast Lane

Wesley invents an off-the-road motorised scooter.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:55pm (repeat)
The Joke Machine. Joke Master (Jarred Christmas). Copyright: Liberty Bell

The Joke Machine

Episode 44

This episode's jokers are Wallacestone versus Holy Family.

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 2, Episode 4 - The Greasy Pole

Jim is under pressure from all sides concerning the toxic capabilities of Propanol and its potential manufacture in Merseyside. Despite Sir Humphrey's 'help', can he find a beneficial solution?

BBC Two 3:45pm (repeat)
Are You Being Served?. Image shows from L to R: Mrs. Betty Slocombe (Mollie Sugden), Miss Shirley Brahms (Wendy Richard), Mr. Dick Lucas (Trevor Bannister), Mr. Cuthbert Rumbold (Nicholas Smith), Mr. Mash (Larry Martyn), Mr. Ernest Grainger (Arthur Brough), Mr. Wilberforce Humphries (John Inman), Captain Stephen Peacock (Frank Thornton). Copyright: BBC

Are You Being Served?

Series 1, Episode 1 - Dear Sexy Knickers...

Mr. Lucas decides to send a little love-note to Miss Brahms, but it goes awry: Mrs. Slocombe gets it instead...but she thinks that the sender's someone other than Lucas.

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

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 8 - Rat Trap

Bean has to deal with an unwanted house guest, but the stubborn pest refuses to leave!

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 6 - Double Or Quit

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

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 6

Nanny Parker's invitation to lunch in Cheltenham includes Sam. The visit goes very well - but not the journey back to London.

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

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 48 - Toothache

Bean is tormented by the toothache from hell, but his DIY attempts to pull it out fail, and he is left with no choice but to visit the dreaded dentist. Can Bean face the dentist's chair? Or will the dentist despair of him?

BBC Two 4:45pm (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Image shows from L to R: Gladys Pugh (Ruth Madoc), Sqdn-Ldr Clive Dempster DFC (David Griffin). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 7, Episode 1 - Pigs Might Fly

Clive is still engaged to Gladys, Spike wishes he could be and the Camp Controller arrives threatening everyone's jobs.

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

Rising Damp

Series 1, Episode 1 - Black Magic

New tenant Philip is continuing to cause a stir; Rigsby and Alan can't quite believe that he has 10 wives and Miss Jones is entertaining the notion of their engagement. Philip does nothing to discourage their curiosity when he claims to have inherited supernatural powers.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 4, Christmas Special

Hyacinth finally achieves her ultimate goal in her search for social acceptability in this special festive edition. She and her husband Richard book a cruise on the QEII and, determined to live up to the correct image, Hyacinth packs umpteen changes of clothes. On board ship, she is in her element - until she makes an appalling discovery that threatens to ruin her trip.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5pm (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.

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

Desmond's

Series 2, Episode 3 - 'Old De Front Page Again

The siege continues, with no immediate end in sight and Bob's obstinance hindering all reason. Will it all end peacefully, and without a shot being fired?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
Anything Legal

Anything Legal

Episode 1: Two laid-off city gents keep their secret.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:20pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Stan Butler (Reg Varney). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 3, Episode 1 - First Aid

Stan fibs his way past the First Aid test but how will he cope with a real emergency?

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

Boj

Episode 49 - Double Cloppity

Mr Cloppity is in a pickle. Though he's got the sneezy snufferoos, he's got so much to do in Giggly Park. Can Boj and his buddies help Mr Cloppity be in two places at once?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Potting On. Pam Grant (Pam Ayres)

Potting On

Episode 1 - Stones

Gordon wants to join the bowls club while Pam wants to go to a rock concert.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 5:35pm (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 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 4, Episode 3

Elmo's wine bar opens to mixed reactions, while Jacko and Eric make an Italian connection.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 6pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 3, Episode 8 - The Son Also Rises

Terry is employed to look after the son of a crooked property tycoon whose shady past has caught up with him.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 6pm (repeat)
It's Your Round. Angus Deayton. Copyright: BBC

It's Your Round

Series 2, Episode 4

The panellists are Andrew Maxwell, Celia Pacquola, Will Smith and Jason Solomons.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:25pm (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 (repeat)
Ed Reardon's Week. Ed Reardon (Christopher Douglas). Copyright: BBC

Ed Reardon's Week

Series 9, Episode 1 - The Personal Statement

Ed starts applying for real jobs to try to get back into ex-girlfriend Fiona's good books.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 6:30pm (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Great Lives - Tommy Cooper

Radio documentary looking at the life of Tommy Cooper.

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 1, Episode 3 - Cold Feet

With his impending marriage approaching, Bob is having doubts. All his friends seem to be getting divorced and his relationship with Thelma has been up-and-down. Deep down he knows she is the right girl for him but Terry is hardly giving him the encouragement he craves.

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 9

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

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
Brothers In Law. Roger Thursby (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Brothers In Law

Series 1, Episode 9 - With Use Of Bath

Barrister Roger Thursby is caught between a landlord and his tenant.

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 27, Episode 1 - Follow That Bottle

The gang return in pursuit of a bottle with a message inside.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Not In Front Of The Children

Episode 7, Sweet Memories: Old photos resurface to create resentments for Jennifer and Henry.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Alice Tinker (Emma Chambers), Hugo Horton (James Fleet). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 2, Episode 2 - Celebrity Vicar

Following the success of Radio Dibley, the Vicar finds herself becoming somewhat of a minor celebrity, appearing across radio, TV, newspapers and even glossy magazines. It soon appears that Geraldine is neglecting her parish in pursuit of arrogant fame - is it time for her to leave Dibley?

Radio 4 7:45pm (repeat)
Frances Tomelty

How Does That Make You Feel?

Series 5, Episode 4

Philip is convinced he is helping out his elderly mother, when in fact she has moved in with him to ensure he is taking his medication.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Alice Tinker (Emma Chambers), Hugo Horton (James Fleet). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 2, Episode 3 - Love And Marriage

Love is definitely in the air. Alice and Hugo's marriage is now just days away, and as long as her mum can have the dress knitted in time, the eccentric event will be something for the whole village to remember. There's also a visitor in the village, David's younger brother Simon...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (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 7 - As One Door Closes

Del's skint again and his latest deal has fallen through, but Rodney discovers a rare butterfly which will solve all of their financial problems.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
Monty Python: Almost The Truth. Copyright: Bill And Ben Productions / Eagle Rock Film Productions

Monty Python: Almost The Truth

Episode 5

The Pythons look back at the making of arguably the greatest comedy film ever, Monty Python's Life Of Brian, and the controversy it caused.

Comedy Central Extra 9pm (repeat)
Lee Evans Live In Scotland. Lee Evans. Copyright: Little Mo Films

Lee Evans Live In Scotland

The grand finale of Lee Evans's 100 date sell-out 1998 UK tour, performed to a full house at the Edinburgh Playhouse.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
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 46, Episode 4

Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Jo Brand and guest panellists John Prescott and Gyles Brandreth.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40pm (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 5, Episode 1 - From Prussia With Love

Rodney takes pity on a heavily-pregnant and homeless au-pair girl he meets in the Nag's Head. When he invites her to stay at the flat, Del sees a nice little earner about to be born. But will Boycie be interested?

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
Inside No. 9. Image shows from L to R: Jorg (Steve Pemberton), Maxwell (Reece Shearsmith). Copyright: BBC

Inside No. 9

Series 2, Episode 1 - La Couchette

On board the sleeper from Paris to Bourg St. Maurice, a motley collection of passengers try to get a quiet night's sleep as the train makes its way across France. But as the sleeping compartment fills up, the chances of that begin to look highly unlikely. In Deuxième Classe, everyone can hear you scream...

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

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 3, Episode 5

Russell Howard gives his take on some of the key stories of the week as well as highlighting some of the more overlooked items that have caught his eye during his forensic trawl through newspapers, websites, TV and radio shows.

Radio 2 logo 10pm
30 min
Susan Calman

Listomania

Episode 6

Susan Calman hosts a show exploring the world of lists, with panellists Sara Cox, Elis James, Isy Suttie and Gary Delaney.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Alex Edelman: Millennial. Alex Edelman. Copyright: BBC

Alex Edelman: Millennial

Radio 4 recording of the show that won Alex Edelman the Best Newcomer prize at the 2014 Edinburgh Comedy Awards.

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

Celebrity Juice

Series 13, Episode 2

Keith, Holly, Fearne and Gino are joined by guests Johnny Vegas, singer Dappy and Ashley Roberts.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (repeat)
The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird), Charlotte Hinchcliffe (Emily Atack). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Series 2, Episode 3 - Will's Birthday

It's Will's birthday, and he's planning a suitably grown-up dinner. Unfortunately, Will's party clashes with a far more popular one.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 10:15pm (repeat)
Psychobitches. Image shows from L to R: Morgana Robinson, Frances Barber, Samantha Spiro, Sharon Horgan. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Psychobitches

Series 2, Episode 5

This week's sketches feature Jack Whitehall as a disgruntled Maria von Trapp, Frances Barber as two-faced sideshow hermaphrodite Josephine Joseph and Katy Brand as dancing tour de force Isadora Duncan.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20pm (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 2

Mum has enough of the boys' attitude to housework so sets out on a campaign to civilise them. Karen battles with chuggers and buying shoes, while Dad goes to war with a domestic appliance.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm
30 min
Newsjack. Nish Kumar. Copyright: BBC

Newsjack

Series 12, Episode 5

Nish Kumar is joined by Natasia Demetriou, London Hughes and Chris Kendall to joke about topics including the lead up to the General Election and Richard III's re-burial.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:35pm (repeat)
The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird), Charlotte Hinchcliffe (Emily Atack). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Series 2, Episode 4 - Night Out In London

In a desperate attempt at reinvention, Will decides that the lads should become cool and go clubbing.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (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 3

Karen is on a sleep-over and Ben is away at adventure camp. Mum and Dad are left with a Labrador to look after and a glimpse of what life will be like once the children have left home.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Image shows from L to R: David O'Doherty, Lee Mack, Rachel Riley, Vic Reeves, Jimmy Carr, Susie Dent, Jon Richardson, Henning Wehn, Joe Wilkinson. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 1 (Channel 4: Series 2), Episode 5

Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson and special guest captain Lee Mack are joined by celebrity guests Bob Mortimer and Adam Hills. Countdown regular Susie Dent is in with help from Alex Horne and the Horne Section while Rachel Riley, provides the letters and numbers with a little help from Joe Wilkinson.

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

QI

Series A, Episode 8 - Albania

With Linda Smith, Sean Lock and Clive Anderson.

Radio 4 11pm
30 min
Chat Show Roulette. Justin Edwards. Copyright: John Stanley Productions

Chat Show Roulette

Episode 2

Justin Edward's guests are Mel Giedroyc, Max & Ivan, and Nick Mohammed.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
In And Out Of The Kitchen. Damien Trench (Miles Jupp). Copyright: BBC

In And Out Of The Kitchen

Series 1, Episode 1 - January 1st To 5th

Damien and his partner Anthony decide on their New Year's Resolutions.

U&Drama channel logo 11:20pm (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 5 - All Day And All Of The Night

Sharon has to have work done on the café, and Chris's cousin Georgiou undertakes to do the work cheaply and at night. However he turns the place into an all-night Greek nightclub and Dorien is the star attraction, dancing the night away for £600.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Hut 33. Image shows from L to R: Charles (Robert Bathurst), Joshua Fanshawe-Marshall (Alex Macqueen), Archie (Tom Goodman-Hill). Copyright: BBC

Hut 33

Series 1, Episode 6 - Oh Brother Where Art Thou?

Archie is looking forward to seeing his brother who is back on leave, but conflicts of faith threaten to intervene. Gordon is worried about the afterlife and discovers Minka has a religious past, whilst Joshua's idea of faith is confused.

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Raised By Wolves. Image shows from L to R: Yoko Garry (Molly Risker), Germaine Garry (Helen Monks), Wyatt Garry (Caden Ellis Wall), Della Garry (Rebekah Staton), Mariah Garry (Erin Freeman), Grampy (Philip Jackson), Aretha Garry (Alexa Davies). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Raised By Wolves

Series 1, Episode 2 - Yoko's Got Talent

When Germaine's vicious 'visible panty line' traumatises the only male Garry child, Della takes the kids into town on an emergency underwear mission.

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Pramface. Image shows from L to R: Jamie Prince (Sean Michael Verey), Laura Derbyshire (Scarlett Alice Johnson). Copyright: BBC / Little Comet

Pramface

Series 1, Episode 6 - Aaargh

At eight and half months, Laura is in the final stages of pregnancy. She's also stuck at home and really bored.

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 7

David Mitchell is joined by Mackenzie Crook and Chris Packham, while Lee Mack is joined by Victoria Coren and Rhod Gilbert.

London Live Midnight (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.

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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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8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Jimmy Carr, Dave Spikey, Sean Lock. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 3, Episode 3

With Peter Serafinowicz, Johnny Vegas, Jayne Middlemiss and Reginald D Hunter.

London Live 12:30am (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 Radio 4 Extra 12:30am (repeat)
Anita And Me

Anita And Me

Episode 4: It's a busy time for Meena with Diwali, the fair coming to town and the arrival of an ambulance.

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Steptoe & Son. Image shows from L to R: Zita (Carolyn Seymour), Harold (Harry H. Corbett), Albert (Wilfrid Brambell). Copyright: Associated London Films Limited

Steptoe & Son

Disaster looms when restless rag-and-bone man Harold Steptoe decides to get married - against his father's wishes.

BBC Four 12:40am (repeat)
In And Out Of The Kitchen. Damien Trench (Miles Jupp). Copyright: BBC

In And Out Of The Kitchen

Episode 3 - The Lodger

Damien's only task for the week is to do the household washing. But when Anthony suggests they get a lodger to offset some of the costs of their building work, Damien is forced to take a job as a restaurant reviewer, and his plans, like his washing, are soon spun into disarray.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 16, Episode 3

This week's guests are Helen Flanagan, Henning Wehn, Miles Jupp and Alex Brooker.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 1am (repeat)
It's Your Round. Angus Deayton. Copyright: BBC

It's Your Round

Series 2, Episode 4

The panellists are Andrew Maxwell, Celia Pacquola, Will Smith and Jason Solomons.

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Shooting Stars. Image shows from L to R: Bob Mortimer, Ulrika Jonsson, Vic Reeves. Copyright: Channel X / Pett Productions

Shooting Stars

Possibly the world's barmiest, weirdest, surreal and off-the-wall panel show. Presented by Vic Reeves and Bob Mortimer.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 1:30am (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Great Lives - Tommy Cooper

Radio documentary looking at the life of Tommy Cooper.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2am (repeat)
Pramface. Image shows from L to R: Jamie Prince (Sean Michael Verey), Laura Derbyshire (Scarlett Alice Johnson). Copyright: BBC / Little Comet

Pramface

Series 1, Episode 6 - Aaargh

At eight and half months, Laura is in the final stages of pregnancy. She's also stuck at home and really bored.

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The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird), Charlotte Hinchcliffe (Emily Atack). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Series 2, Episode 3 - Will's Birthday

It's Will's birthday, and he's planning a suitably grown-up dinner. Unfortunately, Will's party clashes with a far more popular one.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Image shows from L to R: David O'Doherty, Lee Mack, Rachel Riley, Vic Reeves, Jimmy Carr, Susie Dent, Jon Richardson, Henning Wehn, Joe Wilkinson. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 1 (Channel 4: Series 2), Episode 5

Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson and special guest captain Lee Mack are joined by celebrity guests Bob Mortimer and Adam Hills. Countdown regular Susie Dent is in with help from Alex Horne and the Horne Section while Rachel Riley, provides the letters and numbers with a little help from Joe Wilkinson.

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The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird), Charlotte Hinchcliffe (Emily Atack). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Series 2, Episode 4 - Night Out In London

In a desperate attempt at reinvention, Will decides that the lads should become cool and go clubbing.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:30am (repeat)
Jo Brand's Great Wall Of Comedy. Image shows from L to R: Rebecca Front, Jo Brand, Barry Cryer. Copyright: STV Productions

Jo Brand's Great Wall Of Comedy

Episode 4

Jo Brand, Barry Cryer and Rebecca Front get the inside story on some of Britain's best loved comedy shows. This week's guests are Sandi Toksvig and Chris Ramsey.

BBC Three 2:30am (repeat)
Bluestone 42. Ellen (Laura Aikman). Copyright: BBC

Bluestone 42

Series 3, Episode 3

There is a new arrival on base - Captain Ellen Best. Bird is immediately hostile towards her, while Simon is utterly infatuated. Meanwhile, Towerblock is desperate to prove he's fitter than Rocket.

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Monty Python: Almost The Truth

Episode 5

The Pythons look back at the making of arguably the greatest comedy film ever, Monty Python's Life Of Brian, and the controversy it caused.

U&Dave channel logo 2:50am
45 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 46, Episode 4

Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Jo Brand and guest panellists John Prescott and Gyles Brandreth.

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.

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Psychobitches. Image shows from L to R: Morgana Robinson, Frances Barber, Samantha Spiro, Sharon Horgan. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Psychobitches

Series 2, Episode 5

This week's sketches feature Jack Whitehall as a disgruntled Maria von Trapp, Frances Barber as two-faced sideshow hermaphrodite Josephine Joseph and Katy Brand as dancing tour de force Isadora Duncan.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
Anything Legal

Anything Legal

Episode 1: Two laid-off city gents keep their secret.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
Potting On. Pam Grant (Pam Ayres)

Potting On

Episode 1 - Stones

Gordon wants to join the bowls club while Pam wants to go to a rock concert.

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