Schedule Friday 17th April 2015
Never The Twain
Series 2, Episode 1 - Who's Been Sleeping In My Bed?Their children are married and the feuding fathers have called a truce - at least for the past two weeks. It takes a problem over the marital bed to re-ignite hostilies and, once again, Simon and Oliver are back in conflict.
Timmy Time
Spin-off from Shaun The Sheep for the CBeebies channel, featuring Timmy the baby lamb and his friends.
Sorry!
Timothy Lumsden, although bright, sharp and witty, is poor (at best) with the fairer sex - he's also stuck living with his cruel, domineering mother.
Rent
Series 3, Episode 4Maria turns agony aunt, but is Paul finally turning all grown-up and responsible?
Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?
Series 1, Episode 4 - Moving OnWhen Terry sees the changes that have happened to his home town since he's been away, he is horrified. The labour exchange add to his misery by sending him for a job interview with a company who's staff are all too familiar. He decides to seek out Hughie, an old army buddy, in deepest Berwickshire.
John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme
Series 2, Episode 6Sketch show from the writer of Radio 4's Cabin Pressure, John Finnemore, with Margaret Cabourn-Smith, Simon Kane, Lawry Lewin and Carrie Quinlan.
Hancock's Half Hour
Series 3, Episode 19 - The ConjurerAnthony 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.
Minder
Series 4, Episode 10 - Get DaleyArthur is not even safe in hospital when he witnesses the death of a business associate and a friend of Terry's is in the frame for it.
Play It Cool
Episode 3: Woman's magazines and ballroom dancing inspire comedy characters galore.
Twirlywoos
Series 1, Episode 18 - SoftThe Twirlywoos meet a soft and fluffy cat. Back in the Boat the Box brings them a soft surprise.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 41 - A Royal MakeoverMr Bean decides to decorate his room in the style of Buckingham Palace and selects the same wallpaper as the Queen has. Meanwhile, his landlady, Mrs Wicket, suffers from delusions of grandeur and crowns herself Queen of the Street!
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 42 - Super MarrowMr Bean finds himself in a race to grow a giant marrow with his next-door neighbour. There is prize money at stake and a chance to get his photo in the papers. As the competition hots up, Mr Bean's gardening techniques become more inventive, unconventional and desperate.
The Two Ronnies
Series 7, Episode 8Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.
Sorry!
Timothy Lumsden, although bright, sharp and witty, is poor (at best) with the fairer sex - he's also stuck living with his cruel, domineering mother.
My Phone Genie
Episode 15 - Jaz PlasticGene loses Jaz when a wish backfires and he must work out what she wished for and where she has ended up.
Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?
Series 1, Episode 4 - Moving OnWhen Terry sees the changes that have happened to his home town since he's been away, he is horrified. The labour exchange add to his misery by sending him for a job interview with a company who's staff are all too familiar. He decides to seek out Hughie, an old army buddy, in deepest Berwickshire.
My Parents Are Aliens
Long-running children's sitcom following the lives of three orphaned children. Their new foster parents are secretly aliens.
Outside Edge
Series 1, Episode 2Maggie and Mim get on like a house on fire and it looks like the start of a great new friendship. Maggie has other things to contend with, however, as Dennis - the team 'wolf in wimp's clothing' - tries his hand at chatting her up...
Hancock's Half Hour
Series 3, Episode 19 - The ConjurerAnthony 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.
Outside Edge
Series 1, Episode 3Mim's catering skills are put to the test when the team turn up on her doorstep for a meeting that Roger's not told her about. She gets even more upset when she overhears the men saying that they don't intend to take their wives away on the next trip.
Play It Cool
Episode 3: Woman's magazines and ballroom dancing inspire comedy characters galore.
Citizen Smith
Series 1, Episode 3 - Abide With MeWolfie and Ken are evicted from their dingy hovel of a flat. There's a self-contained flat at Shirley's that's presently empty, but she'd have to get the idea past Dad first, and that seems somewhat unlikely!
Twirlywoos
Series 1, Episode 18 - SoftThe Twirlywoos meet a soft and fluffy cat. Back in the Boat the Box brings them a soft surprise.
The Good, The Bad And The Unexpected
Series 1, Episode 3Julia Sutherland is joined by comedians Jo Caulfield, Keiron Nicholson, Stephen Grant and Mick Ferry to find out who is good, who is bad and what might be unexpected.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 1, Episode 6Hyacinth quite enjoys a family christening - except when it's Daisy's family!
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 25, Episode 2 - The General's Greatest BattleThe annual parade to celebrate a famous battle takes place. What could possibly go wrong?
Birds Of A Feather
Series 7, Episode 6 - Rising DampFollowing Chris and Darryl's reincarceration, Tracey wastes no time in going out to look for a new man. But with roles more than a little reversed, Sharon's eagerly fighting Chris's corner. Elsewhere, Dorien's got Marcus right where she wants him.
Desmond's
Series 3, Episode 6 - Vanity MerchantsGloria and Louise have a great new idea - they are going to start a men's beauty business. Shirley is dubious, but Desmond agrees.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 25, Episode 3 - SporesClegg, Truly and Billy find Lionel's abandoned wife.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 4, Episode 19 - Phoney FarmerThe Farmer is off on holiday, confident he's left the farm in safe hands. However, the animals quickly learn his replacement is only interested in looking after himself. Dismayed and hungry, they decide he has to go.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 4, Easter Special - Ground Hog DayIt's almost time for the ice cream van to pay its daily visit and Bitzer has his heart set on a well-earned treat. However, his work is not done - there's a whole list of chores standing in his way and he needs his wits about him to get the job done in time.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 43 - A Running BattleIt is the start of a Fun Run and Mr Bean lines up beside his deadly enemy - the fat bloke who stole his parking space. Fun Run or not, nothing will stop Mr Bean beating this man to the finishing post - even if he has to flag a cab!
Yes, Prime Minister
Series 1, Episode 3 - The Smoke ScreenJim finds himself frustrated, as ever, by the conflicting demands of his colleagues, the Civil Service, and interest groups. This time the health of the nation is as stake as the Minister for Health puts forward anti-smoking proposals, whilst Jim is already struggling with the Treasury to find tax cuts.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 44 - Egg And BeanMr Bean gets in a flap when a monster turns up in his cake mix. The good news is that the monster turns out to be a harmless baby bird. The bad news is that it grows into a huge stork and takes over Mr Bean's home! He tries to return it to the wild and finds that teaching it to fly makes his arms ache!
Never The Twain
Series 2, Episode 2 - As Young As You FeelOliver is having the birthday blues when he has to spend the night alone while Simon enjoys an evening out with Veronica.
Rising Damp
Series 3, Episode 2 - Stage StruckRigsby attempts to have himself cast as male lead in a play written by effeminate lodger Hilary when he discovers that Ruth is playing the role of the love interest.
Desmond's
Series 3, Episode 6 - Vanity MerchantsGloria and Louise have a great new idea - they are going to start a men's beauty business. Shirley is dubious, but Desmond agrees.
The Dog Ate My Homework
Series 2, Highlights Special - Compilation ShowIn this special episode, Iain Stirling takes on the role of Stirling Holmes. As the world's greatest detective, he is trying to solve the strange case of the missing homework... which has been stolen by evil genius Professor Dogiarty.
Boj
Episode 1 - Boj The CollectorAll Boj's buddies have collections and Boj wants one too. But he loves everything in Giggly Park so much that he can't decide which things to collect. So instead he decides to make things to help complete all his friends' collections... and what has Boj collected? Four of the best friends in the world ever!
Rent
Series 3, Episode 4Maria turns agony aunt, but is Paul finally turning all grown-up and responsible?
'Allo 'Allo!
Series 5, Episode 17 - Going Like A BombWith Monsieur Alfonse now considered by Herr Flick to have been exploded by a bedpan, the Colonel sets up Captain Bertorelli to be caught with the stolen - and forged - money. Unfortunately, nothing runs smoothly...
On The Buses
Series 4, Episode 6 - The 'L' BusStan and Jack are placed in charge of the L., or 'learner' bus. At home, following a bit of fixing by Stan, Arthur and Olive's bed collapses.
Boj
Episode 34 - Still As StatuesBoj finds Mia upset because her paintings of the Twitchlets are ruined - they were meant to be a birthday present for her mum. Can Boj help Mia to make a new present?
John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme
Series 2, Episode 6Sketch show from the writer of Radio 4's Cabin Pressure, John Finnemore, with Margaret Cabourn-Smith, Simon Kane, Lawry Lewin and Carrie Quinlan.
'Allo 'Allo!
Series 5, Episode 18 - Money To BurnTime is running out for Monsieur LeClerc; if he does not reveal the whereabouts of the missing money, Flick will have him shot. If he DOES reveal the whereabouts of the missing money, Michelle will have him shot: will the RAF arrive in time?
Outside Edge
Series 1, Episode 4Roger approaches Kevin for some tips on spicing up his and Mim's sex life. Kevin is only too happy to oblige but the outcome is not quite what Roger anticipates!
Citizen Smith
Series 1, Episode 3 - Abide With MeWolfie and Ken are evicted from their dingy hovel of a flat. There's a self-contained flat at Shirley's that's presently empty, but she'd have to get the idea past Dad first, and that seems somewhat unlikely!
You, Me & Them
Series 2, Episode 2 - The One Before The OneEd's and Lauren's future looks threatened by his past when an ex shows up. Roles are reversed when a bandaged Emma has to place her trust (and home) in Clive's hands and Debs and Keith find themselves having to deal with their son's tricky new 'discovery'.
Outside Edge
Series 1, Episode 5Maggie confronts the heartache of being unable to conceive, and in the race against her biological clock she learns her test results from the doctor.
Dead Ringers
Series 14, Episode 2Satire meets silliness in the flagship comedy for hard-working families up and down the country.
Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?
Series 2, Episode 4 - One For The RoadBob is pulled over by the police and breathalysed after a meal with Thelma. He protests his innocence but the only one around to hear his protests is Terry, who's in the cells for violent behaviour at a football match. Bob can't afford to lose his licence so Terry comes up with a plan ...
Fever Pitch
Romantic comedy film starring Colin Firth as Paul Ashworth, a man besotted by one woman and a football team of 11 men.
Blackadder
A repeat run of the entire third series of the comic historical saga.
The Alternative Vote
Episode 1Comedy show for Absolute Radio in which Matt Forde asks comedians what they'd do if they were elected to government.
Hancock's Half Hour
Series 3, Episode 19 - The ConjurerAnthony 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.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 1, Episode 6Hyacinth quite enjoys a family christening - except when it's Daisy's family!
Play It Cool
Episode 3: Woman's magazines and ballroom dancing inspire comedy characters galore.
Ali G In Da USAiii
A selection of three episodes from Sacha Baron Cohen's adventures in the US.
Russell Howard's Good News
Topical stand-up comedy and chat show hosted by Russell Howard.
Have I Got News For You
Series 49, Episode 2Victoria Coren Mitchell joins Ian Hislop and Paul Merton. Lord Prescott and Alun Cochrane are the guests.
Not Going Out
Series 6, Christmas Special - The HouseAttempting to give Lucy the perfect Christmas, Lee takes her, her parents - and Daisy - away to a cosy country cottage, formerly home to his own aunt.
Bad Education
Series 2, Episode 1 - Swimming GalaIt's the school's annual swimming gala and Alfie - riding high on love for Miss Gulliver - finds himself engaging in a bet over his class's performance against Pickwell.
Trollied
Series 4, Episode 1A raft of newbies join Valco and Colin is horrified when he recognises one of the fresh faces strolling down the aisle - it's his nan, Rose!
Mrs. Brown's Boys
Series 1, Episode 3 - Mammy's MerchandiseDermot wants to ask his childhood friend, Buster, to be best man at his wedding - now just weeks away - but Agnes has set her heart on Mark, her eldest son, filling the position.
Bad Education
Series 2, Episode 2 - The AmericanAlfie is shocked by the arrival of a new teacher at Abbey Grove, Mr Schwimer, and even more shocked to learn that he will be taking over Alfie's own class.
Trollied
Series 4, Episode 2While salvation arrives for Gavin in the form of new assistant manager Daniel, sparks fly when VIP till girl Charlie also hits Valco. Charlie isn't the brightest spark in the cereal box, but she'll probably keep her job because her dad happens to own the supermarket empire. Somebody should mention that to Daniel before he makes a drastic decision he'll regret...
Dara O Briain: Craic Dealer
TV broadcast of Dara O Briain's 2012 live stand-up DVD.
The Football's On
Series 2, Episode 36Ian Stone returns with more football chat. Featuring guests Richard Osman and Dave Johns.
QI
A selection of three episodes from the world's most intellectual panel game.
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 6, Episode 9Russell Howard once again offers his distinctive take on what has happened in the world this week, with an energetic and entertaining look at the news stories that have dominated the media and caught his eye.
John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme
Series 2, Episode 6Sketch show from the writer of Radio 4's Cabin Pressure, John Finnemore, with Margaret Cabourn-Smith, Simon Kane, Lawry Lewin and Carrie Quinlan.
Alan Carr: Chatty Man
Series 14, Episode 5 - John Torode, Gregg Wallace, Ben Miller, Sarah Hadland, Taraji P. Henson, Paddy McGuinnessAlan Carr is joined by Masterchef presenters John Torode and Gregg Wallace; Ballot Monkeys stars Ben Miller and Sarah Hadland; Empire actress Taraji P. Henson; and comedian Paddy McGuinness. With music from The Maccabees.
Stella
Series 4, Documentary - Behind The ScenesHead back to Pontyberry for this insightful glimpse into the making of Series 4.
Sarah Millican's Support Group
Series 2, Episode 4Agony aunt Sarah dishes out real advice for real people, solving the nations problems with her Support Group.
The Graham Norton Show
Series 17, Episode 2 - Carey Mulligan, Noomi Rapace, Amanda Holden, Jessie WareCarey Mulligan talks about working with animals; Noomi Rapace says she learnt English from watching Graham's show; Amanda Holden talks about Simon Cowell; and Jessie Ware says Prince William named her dog.
The Essay: British Film Comedians
Episode 5 - Sid JamesSimon Heffer explores the life and work of Sid James, who was at the heart of the very successful Carry On films.
The Trip
The Trip To Italy, Episode 2 - Da Giovanni, San FruttuosoRob and Steve go on a boat trip, taking in a local restaurant and Percy Shelley's house for a picture before continuing their journey and arriving at another restaurant. Rob wonders aloud about what they will be remembered for in 200 years' time.
At Home With The Braithwaites
Comedy drama about the Leeds Braithwaite family, whose lives are changed when mum wins £36 million on the lottery.
Daniel Sloss Live
Stand-up comedy from young Scottish star Daniel Sloss. TV edit of his 2012 live DVD release.
The Now Show
The Vote Now Show 2015, Episode 1A series of election specials from the Now Show gang kicks off this evening. Their critique of the second of the leader's debates will feature in the first programme.
The Consultants
Episode 3.4: The boys of St Battery's get their own back on the school bully.
Virtually Famous
Series 2, Episode 1Kevin McHale, Seann Walsh and Chris Stark are joined by Made In Chelsea's Mark-Francis Vandelli, pop star Dappy, The Last Leg's Alex Brooker and comedian Ellie Taylor.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 8, Episode 6David Mitchell and guest team captain Greg Davies are joined by Gareth Malone OBE, Amanda Abbington, Richard Osman, and Phill Jupitus.
Can't Tell Nathan Caton Nothing
Series 1, Episode 6 - About Angry GrandmasThe family plan a surprise birthday party for Grandma. But the party is not the only surprise, when the police come looking for Nathan.
The Comic Strip Presents...
Special - Five Go Mad In DorsetKeith Allen, Peter Richardson, Adrian Edmondson, Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders from the Comic Strip have a ripping time on their summer hols.
Tina C's Global Depression Tour
Episode 6 - United KingdomChristopher Green's comic creation, country music legend Tina C, is camping outside St Pauls this week.
Alan Carr: Chatty Man
Series 14, Episode 5 - John Torode, Gregg Wallace, Ben Miller, Sarah Hadland, Taraji P. Henson, Paddy McGuinnessAlan Carr is joined by Masterchef presenters John Torode and Gregg Wallace; Ballot Monkeys stars Ben Miller and Sarah Hadland; Empire actress Taraji P. Henson; and comedian Paddy McGuinness. With music from The Maccabees.
Cold Feet
Comedy drama about three couples experiencing the ups-and-downs of romance.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 16, Episode 8Sean and Jon are joined in their quest to uncover the public's most popular talking points by celebrity guests Freddie Flintoff, Lorraine Kelly, Josh Widdicombe and Rob Beckett.
Marion And Geoff
Rob Brydon plays the taxi driver who is obsessed with his wife's elopement.
Red Dwarf
Series I, Episode 5 - Confidence & ParanoiaVenturing up to the Officer's Deck to feel closer to Kochanski, Lister is unaware that Rimmer has not yet de-contaminated the area, and catches a particularly virulent, 3-million-year-evolved strain of pneumonia. It's not long before he's hallucinating; and the hallucinations take on solid, physical form!
Black Books
A selection of episodes from the first series of the bookshop sitcom.
Bluestone 42
Series 3, Episode 6As the team prepare to leave Afghanistan for good, Simon receives some devastating news.
Not The Nine O'Clock News
Popular satirical sketch show of the late 70s and early 80s starring Rowan Atkinson, Mel Smith, Griff Rhys Jones and Pamela Stephenson.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 7, Episode 6 - Rising DampFollowing Chris and Darryl's reincarceration, Tracey wastes no time in going out to look for a new man. But with roles more than a little reversed, Sharon's eagerly fighting Chris's corner. Elsewhere, Dorien's got Marcus right where she wants him.
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store
Series 2, Episode 10Tonight, Danny Slim Gray talks ninja-s**tting, Daniel Sloss on masturbation, Joe Wilkinson gets cupped by a stranger and Steve Shanyaski is a booze expert.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 3 (Channel 4: Series 4), Episode 4Jason Manford and Stephen Mangan take part in the game, whilst Tim Key is in Dictionary Corner.
Pramface
Series 1, Episode 1 - Like Narnia But SexyAfter a drunken night in bed, the lives of teenagers Laura and Jamie are about to collide in the most spectacular fashion...
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 6, Episode 9Russell Howard once again offers his distinctive take on what has happened in the world this week, with an energetic and entertaining look at the news stories that have dominated the media and caught his eye.
Channel 4's Comedy Gala
The nation's best known comedians perform in spectacular charity galas: the biggest live stand-up shows in UK history.
The Trip
The Trip To Italy, Episode 2 - Da Giovanni, San FruttuosoRob and Steve go on a boat trip, taking in a local restaurant and Percy Shelley's house for a picture before continuing their journey and arriving at another restaurant. Rob wonders aloud about what they will be remembered for in 200 years' time.
Not Going Out
Series 6, Christmas Special - The HouseAttempting to give Lucy the perfect Christmas, Lee takes her, her parents - and Daisy - away to a cosy country cottage, formerly home to his own aunt.
Threesome
Series 2, Episode 3 - Alice's FriendAlice is getting a little lonely but it doesn't take her long to meet mum-chum Julie. What dark secret is her useless husband Colin hiding? Guest starring Robert Webb.
Bad Education
Series 2, Episode 1 - Swimming GalaIt's the school's annual swimming gala and Alfie - riding high on love for Miss Gulliver - finds himself engaging in a bet over his class's performance against Pickwell.
The Comic Strip Presents...
Special - Five Go Mad In DorsetKeith Allen, Peter Richardson, Adrian Edmondson, Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders from the Comic Strip have a ripping time on their summer hols.
Bad Education
Series 2, Episode 2 - The AmericanAlfie is shocked by the arrival of a new teacher at Abbey Grove, Mr Schwimer, and even more shocked to learn that he will be taking over Alfie's own class.
Drunk History
Series 1, Episode 6Kerry Howard on the pirate Blackbeard, Joel Dommett yaks Colonel Blood stealing the crown jewels, and Tiff Stevenson talks Henry VIII starting a war.
Siblings
Series 1, Episode 3 - Intern SchoolDan and Hannah are back at their old school. Hannah has been asked to make a speech in front of sixth formers attending a careers day, whilst Dan just fancies a snoop down memory lane.
Not The Nine O'Clock News
Popular satirical sketch show of the late 70s and early 80s starring Rowan Atkinson, Mel Smith, Griff Rhys Jones and Pamela Stephenson.
Pramface
Series 1, Episode 1 - Like Narnia But SexyAfter a drunken night in bed, the lives of teenagers Laura and Jamie are about to collide in the most spectacular fashion...
Grouchy Young Men
Young male celebrities, including many comics, bitch and complain about life in modern Britain.
Siblings
Series 1, Episode 4 - Laser Eye PartyDan has finally booked himself in for an appointment at the STI clinic. There, under examination, he meets funny and free-spirited doctor Izzy.
Rent
Series 3, Episode 4Maria turns agony aunt, but is Paul finally turning all grown-up and responsible?
Stand Up For China
In this documentary for the BBC World Service, comedian Des Bishop explores what makes the Chinese laugh.
John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme
Series 2, Episode 6Sketch show from the writer of Radio 4's Cabin Pressure, John Finnemore, with Margaret Cabourn-Smith, Simon Kane, Lawry Lewin and Carrie Quinlan.