British Comedy Guide

Schedule Friday 17th April 2015

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6:10am (repeat)
Never The Twain. Image shows from L to R: Simon Peel (Donald Sinden), Oliver Smallbridge (Windsor Davies). Copyright: Thames Television

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.

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)
Sorry!. Timothy Lumsden (Ronnie Corbett). Copyright: BBC

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.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
Rent. Copyright: BBC

Rent

Series 3, Episode 4

Maria turns agony aunt, but is Paul finally turning all grown-up and responsible?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:30am (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 4 - Moving On

When 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.

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 6

Sketch show from the writer of Radio 4's Cabin Pressure, John Finnemore, with Margaret Cabourn-Smith, Simon Kane, Lawry Lewin and Carrie Quinlan.

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 19 - The Conjurer

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 8:20am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 4, Episode 10 - Get Daley

Arthur 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.

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

Play It Cool

Episode 3: Woman's magazines and ballroom dancing inspire comedy characters galore.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 18 - Soft

The Twirlywoos meet a soft and fluffy cat. Back in the Boat the Box brings them a soft surprise.

CITV 10am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 41 - A Royal Makeover

Mr 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!

CITV 10:15am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 42 - Super Marrow

Mr 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.

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 7, Episode 8

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

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20am (repeat)
Sorry!. Timothy Lumsden (Ronnie Corbett). Copyright: BBC

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.

CITV 11:30am (repeat)
My Phone Genie. Image shows from L to R: Gene (Adam Wadsworth), Mobbsy (Fox Jackson-Keen), Jaz (Bessie Cursons), Naoko (Haruka Abe). Copyright: Talent TV

My Phone Genie

Episode 15 - Jaz Plastic

Gene loses Jaz when a wish backfires and he must work out what she wished for and where she has ended up.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12pm (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 4 - Moving On

When 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.

CITV 12pm (repeat)
My Parents Are Aliens

My Parents Are Aliens

Long-running children's sitcom following the lives of three orphaned children. Their new foster parents are secretly aliens.

ITV Encore 12pm (repeat)
Outside Edge. Image shows from L to R: Maggie Costello (Josie Lawrence), Kevin Costello (Timothy Spall), Miriam Dervish (Brenda Blethyn), Roger Dervish (Robert Daws). Copyright: Central Independent Television

Outside Edge

Series 1, Episode 2

Maggie 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...

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 19 - The Conjurer

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.

ITV Encore 12:25pm (repeat)
Outside Edge. Image shows from L to R: Maggie Costello (Josie Lawrence), Kevin Costello (Timothy Spall), Miriam Dervish (Brenda Blethyn), Roger Dervish (Robert Daws). Copyright: Central Independent Television

Outside Edge

Series 1, Episode 3

Mim'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.

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

Play It Cool

Episode 3: Woman's magazines and ballroom dancing inspire comedy characters galore.

U&Drama channel logo 1pm (repeat)
Citizen Smith. Wolfie Smith (Robert Lindsay). Copyright: BBC

Citizen Smith

Series 1, Episode 3 - Abide With Me

Wolfie 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!

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

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 18 - Soft

The Twirlywoos meet a soft and fluffy cat. Back in the Boat the Box brings them a soft surprise.

BBC Radio Scotland 1:30pm
30 min
Mark Nelson

The Good, The Bad And The Unexpected

Series 1, Episode 3

Julia 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.

U&Drama channel logo 1:40pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 1, Episode 6

Hyacinth quite enjoys a family christening - except when it's Daisy's family!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2pm (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 25, Episode 2 - The General's Greatest Battle

The annual parade to celebrate a famous battle takes place. What could possibly go wrong?

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 7, Episode 6 - Rising Damp

Following 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.

The Africa Channel 2:25pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 3, Episode 6 - Vanity Merchants

Gloria and Louise have a great new idea - they are going to start a men's beauty business. Shirley is dubious, but Desmond agrees.

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 25, Episode 3 - Spores

Clegg, Truly and Billy find Lionel's abandoned wife.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:50pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 4, Episode 19 - Phoney Farmer

The 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.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 4, Easter Special - Ground Hog Day

It'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.

CITV 3:15pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 43 - A Running Battle

It 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!

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

Yes, Prime Minister

Series 1, Episode 3 - The Smoke Screen

Jim 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.

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

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 44 - Egg And Bean

Mr 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!

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:15pm (repeat)
Never The Twain. Image shows from L to R: Simon Peel (Donald Sinden), Oliver Smallbridge (Windsor Davies). Copyright: Thames Television

Never The Twain

Series 2, Episode 2 - As Young As You Feel

Oliver is having the birthday blues when he has to spend the night alone while Simon enjoys an evening out with Veronica.

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

Rising Damp

Series 3, Episode 2 - Stage Struck

Rigsby 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.

The Africa Channel 4:55pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 3, Episode 6 - Vanity Merchants

Gloria and Louise have a great new idea - they are going to start a men's beauty business. Shirley is dubious, but Desmond agrees.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:55pm
30 min
The Dog Ate My Homework. Iain Stirling. Copyright: BBC

The Dog Ate My Homework

Series 2, Highlights Special - Compilation Show

In 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.

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

Boj

Episode 1 - Boj The Collector

All 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!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
Rent. Copyright: BBC

Rent

Series 3, Episode 4

Maria turns agony aunt, but is Paul finally turning all grown-up and responsible?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:05pm (repeat)
'Allo 'Allo!. Image shows from L to R: Edith Melba Artois (Carmen Silvera), René François Artois (Gorden Kaye), Yvette Carte-Blanche (Vicki Michelle). Copyright: BBC

'Allo 'Allo!

Series 5, Episode 17 - Going Like A Bomb

With 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...

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:20pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Jack Harper (Bob Grant). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 4, Episode 6 - The 'L' Bus

Stan 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.

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

Boj

Episode 34 - Still As Statues

Boj 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?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (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 6

Sketch show from the writer of Radio 4's Cabin Pressure, John Finnemore, with Margaret Cabourn-Smith, Simon Kane, Lawry Lewin and Carrie Quinlan.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:40pm (repeat)
'Allo 'Allo!. Image shows from L to R: Edith Melba Artois (Carmen Silvera), René François Artois (Gorden Kaye), Yvette Carte-Blanche (Vicki Michelle). Copyright: BBC

'Allo 'Allo!

Series 5, Episode 18 - Money To Burn

Time 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?

ITV Encore 5:50pm (repeat)
Outside Edge. Image shows from L to R: Maggie Costello (Josie Lawrence), Kevin Costello (Timothy Spall), Miriam Dervish (Brenda Blethyn), Roger Dervish (Robert Daws). Copyright: Central Independent Television

Outside Edge

Series 1, Episode 4

Roger 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!

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Citizen Smith. Wolfie Smith (Robert Lindsay). Copyright: BBC

Citizen Smith

Series 1, Episode 3 - Abide With Me

Wolfie 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!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:20pm (repeat)
You, Me & Them. Image shows from L to R: Ed Walker (Anthony Head), Lauren Grey (Eve Myles). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

You, Me & Them

Series 2, Episode 2 - The One Before The One

Ed'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'.

ITV Encore 6:20pm (repeat)
Outside Edge. Image shows from L to R: Maggie Costello (Josie Lawrence), Kevin Costello (Timothy Spall), Miriam Dervish (Brenda Blethyn), Roger Dervish (Robert Daws). Copyright: Central Independent Television

Outside Edge

Series 1, Episode 5

Maggie confronts the heartache of being unable to conceive, and in the race against her biological clock she learns her test results from the doctor.

BBC Radio Wales. Copyright: BBC 6:30pm
30 min
The Leak. Tom Price

The Leak

Series 2, Episode 4

Tom Price and guests from the world of comedy and entertainment review the week's biggest stories from around Wales and the world. Recorded in front of a live studio audience.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Dead Ringers. Image shows from L to R: Lewis Macleod, Debra Stephenson, Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Duncan Wisbey. Copyright: BBC

Dead Ringers

Series 14, Episode 2

Satire meets silliness in the flagship comedy for hard-working families up and down the country.

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 4 - One For The Road

Bob 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 ...

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 6:55pm (repeat)
Fever Pitch. Image shows from L to R: Paul (Colin Firth), Sarah (Ruth Gemmell)

Fever Pitch

Romantic comedy film starring Colin Firth as Paul Ashworth, a man besotted by one woman and a football team of 11 men.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Mr. Edmund Blackadder, Esquire (Rowan Atkinson)

Blackadder

A repeat run of the entire third series of the comic historical saga.

Absolute Radio 7pm
30 min
The Alternative Vote. Matt Forde. Copyright: Avalon Television

The Alternative Vote

Episode 1

Comedy show for Absolute Radio in which Matt Forde asks comedians what they'd do if they were elected to government.

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 19 - The Conjurer

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)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 1, Episode 6

Hyacinth quite enjoys a family christening - except when it's Daisy's family!

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

Play It Cool

Episode 3: Woman's magazines and ballroom dancing inspire comedy characters galore.

London Live 9pm (repeat)
Ali G In Da USAiii. Sacha Baron Cohen. Copyright: Talkback Productions

Ali G In Da USAiii

A selection of three episodes from Sacha Baron Cohen's adventures in the US.

Comedy Central 9pm
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.

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

Not Going Out

Series 6, Christmas Special - The House

Attempting 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.

BBC Three 9pm (repeat)
Bad Education. Image shows left to right: Mitchell (Charlie Wernham), Stephen Carmichael (Layton Williams), Alfie (Jack Whitehall), Chantelle (Nikki Runeckles), Miss Gulliver (Sarah Solemani), Fraser (Mathew Horne), Joe (Ethan Lawrence), Rem Dogg (Jack Binstead), Jing (Kae Alexander). Credit: Tiger Aspect Productions

Bad Education

Series 2, Episode 1 - Swimming Gala

It'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.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
Trollied. Image shows from L to R: Linda (Faye McKeever), Sue (Lorraine Cheshire), Neville (Dominic Coleman), Harry (Jack Carroll), Daniel (Samuel Anderson), Gavin (Jason Watkins), Charlie (Aisling Bea), Margaret (Rita May), Lisa (Beverly Rudd), Colin (Carl Rice), Ian (Victor McGuire), Rose (Miriam Margolyes), Brian (Stephen Tompkinson). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Trollied

Series 4, Episode 1

A 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!

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Image shows from L to R: Dermot Brown (Paddy Houlihan), Rory Brown (Rory Cowan), Winnie McGoogan (Eilish O'Carroll), Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll), Cathy Brown (Jennifer Gibney), Buster Brady (Danny O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Series 1, Episode 3 - Mammy's Merchandise

Dermot 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.

BBC Three 9:30pm (repeat)
Bad Education. Image shows left to right: Mitchell (Charlie Wernham), Stephen Carmichael (Layton Williams), Alfie (Jack Whitehall), Chantelle (Nikki Runeckles), Miss Gulliver (Sarah Solemani), Fraser (Mathew Horne), Joe (Ethan Lawrence), Rem Dogg (Jack Binstead), Jing (Kae Alexander). Credit: Tiger Aspect Productions

Bad Education

Series 2, Episode 2 - The American

Alfie 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.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9:30pm (repeat)
Trollied. Image shows from L to R: Linda (Faye McKeever), Sue (Lorraine Cheshire), Neville (Dominic Coleman), Harry (Jack Carroll), Daniel (Samuel Anderson), Gavin (Jason Watkins), Charlie (Aisling Bea), Margaret (Rita May), Lisa (Beverly Rudd), Colin (Carl Rice), Ian (Victor McGuire), Rose (Miriam Margolyes), Brian (Stephen Tompkinson). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Trollied

Series 4, Episode 2

While 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...

Comedy Central Extra 10pm (repeat)
Dara O Briain: Craic Dealer. Dara O Briain. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Dara O Briain: Craic Dealer

TV broadcast of Dara O Briain's 2012 live stand-up DVD.

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

The Football's On

Series 2, Episode 36

Ian Stone returns with more football chat. Featuring guests Richard Osman and Dave Johns.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Sandi Toksvig. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

A selection of three episodes from the world's most intellectual panel game.

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

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 6, Episode 9

Russell 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.

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 6

Sketch show from the writer of Radio 4's Cabin Pressure, John Finnemore, with Margaret Cabourn-Smith, Simon Kane, Lawry Lewin and Carrie Quinlan.

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 5 - John Torode, Gregg Wallace, Ben Miller, Sarah Hadland, Taraji P. Henson, Paddy McGuinness

Alan 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.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm
30 min
Stella. Image shows from L to R: Stella (Ruth Jones), Michael Jackson (Patrick Baladi). Copyright: Tidy Productions

Stella

Series 4, Documentary - Behind The Scenes

Head back to Pontyberry for this insightful glimpse into the making of Series 4.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Sarah Millican

Sarah Millican's Support Group

Series 2, Episode 4

Agony aunt Sarah dishes out real advice for real people, solving the nations problems with her Support Group.

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

The Graham Norton Show

Series 17, Episode 2 - Carey Mulligan, Noomi Rapace, Amanda Holden, Jessie Ware

Carey 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.

BBC Radio 3 10:45pm
15 min
Simon Heffer

The Essay: British Film Comedians

Episode 5 - Sid James

Simon Heffer explores the life and work of Sid James, who was at the heart of the very successful Carry On films.

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

The Trip

The Trip To Italy, Episode 2 - Da Giovanni, San Fruttuoso

Rob 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.

ITV Encore 11pm (repeat)
At Home With The Braithwaites

At Home With The Braithwaites

Comedy drama about the Leeds Braithwaite family, whose lives are changed when mum wins £36 million on the lottery.

Comedy Central Extra 11pm (repeat)
Daniel Sloss Live. Daniel Sloss. Copyright: Skyline Productions

Daniel Sloss Live

Stand-up comedy from young Scottish star Daniel Sloss. TV edit of his 2012 live DVD release.

Radio 4 11pm
30 min
The Now Show. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Steve Punt. Copyright: BBC

The Now Show

The Vote Now Show 2015, Episode 1

A 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.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
The Consultants

The Consultants

Episode 3.4: The boys of St Battery's get their own back on the school bully.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm (repeat)
Virtually Famous. Image shows from L to R: Chris Stark, Kevin McHale, Seann Walsh. Copyright: Talkback / Hungry Bear Media

Virtually Famous

Series 2, Episode 1

Kevin 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.

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

Would I Lie To You?

Series 8, Episode 6

David Mitchell and guest team captain Greg Davies are joined by Gareth Malone OBE, Amanda Abbington, Richard Osman, and Phill Jupitus.

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 6 - About Angry Grandmas

The family plan a surprise birthday party for Grandma. But the party is not the only surprise, when the police come looking for Nathan.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40pm (repeat)
The Comic Strip Presents.... Credit: Comic Strip Productions

The Comic Strip Presents...

Special - Five Go Mad In Dorset

Keith Allen, Peter Richardson, Adrian Edmondson, Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders from the Comic Strip have a ripping time on their summer hols.

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

Tina C's Global Depression Tour

Episode 6 - United Kingdom

Christopher Green's comic creation, country music legend Tina C, is camping outside St Pauls this week.

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:05am (repeat)
Alan Carr: Chatty Man. Alan Carr. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Alan Carr: Chatty Man

Series 14, Episode 5 - John Torode, Gregg Wallace, Ben Miller, Sarah Hadland, Taraji P. Henson, Paddy McGuinness

Alan 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.

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.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:15am (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 16, Episode 8

Sean 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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20am (repeat)
Marion And Geoff. Keith Barret (Rob Brydon)

Marion And Geoff

Rob Brydon plays the taxi driver who is obsessed with his wife's elopement.

U&Dave channel logo 12:20am (repeat)
Red Dwarf. Image shows from L to R: Rimmer (Chris Barrie), Kochanski (Clare Grogan), Lister (Craig Charles). Copyright: BBC

Red Dwarf

Series I, Episode 5 - Confidence & Paranoia

Venturing 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!

London Live 12:30am (repeat)
Black Books. Image shows from L to R: Bernard Black (Dylan Moran), Manny Bianco (Bill Bailey), Fran Katzenjammer (Tamsin Greig). Copyright: Assembly Film And Television

Black Books

A selection of episodes from the first series of the bookshop sitcom.

BBC Three 12:30am (repeat)
Bluestone 42. Ellen (Laura Aikman). Copyright: BBC

Bluestone 42

Series 3, Episode 6

As the team prepare to leave Afghanistan for good, Simon receives some devastating news.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:35am (repeat)
Not The Nine O'Clock News. Image shows from L to R: Rowan Atkinson, Mel Smith, Pamela Stephenson, Griff Rhys Jones. Copyright: Getty Images

Not The Nine O'Clock News

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

U&Drama channel logo 1am (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 7, Episode 6 - Rising Damp

Following 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 Extra 1am (repeat)
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 2, Episode 10

Tonight, 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.

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 1:05am (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Image shows from L to R: Roisin Conaty, Sean Lock, Rachel Riley, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson, Susie Dent, David O'Doherty, Jonathan Ross. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

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

Jason Manford and Stephen Mangan take part in the game, whilst Tim Key is in Dictionary Corner.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:10am (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 1 - Like Narnia But Sexy

After a drunken night in bed, the lives of teenagers Laura and Jamie are about to collide in the most spectacular fashion...

BBC Three 1:30am (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 6, Episode 9

Russell 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.

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Channel 4's Comedy Gala

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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:50am (repeat)
The Trip. Image shows from L to R: Rob (Rob Brydon), Steve (Steve Coogan). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions / Arbie

The Trip

The Trip To Italy, Episode 2 - Da Giovanni, San Fruttuoso

Rob 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.

U&Dave channel logo 1:55am (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Lee (Lee Mack). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 6, Christmas Special - The House

Attempting 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.

Comedy Central Extra 2am (repeat)
Threesome. Image shows from L to R: Mitch (Stephen Wight), Alice (Amy Huberman), Richie (Emun Elliott). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Threesome

Series 2, Episode 3 - Alice's Friend

Alice 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.

BBC Three 2am (repeat)
Bad Education. Image shows left to right: Mitchell (Charlie Wernham), Stephen Carmichael (Layton Williams), Alfie (Jack Whitehall), Chantelle (Nikki Runeckles), Miss Gulliver (Sarah Solemani), Fraser (Mathew Horne), Joe (Ethan Lawrence), Rem Dogg (Jack Binstead), Jing (Kae Alexander). Credit: Tiger Aspect Productions

Bad Education

Series 2, Episode 1 - Swimming Gala

It'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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:25am (repeat)
The Comic Strip Presents.... Credit: Comic Strip Productions

The Comic Strip Presents...

Special - Five Go Mad In Dorset

Keith Allen, Peter Richardson, Adrian Edmondson, Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders from the Comic Strip have a ripping time on their summer hols.

BBC Three 2:30am (repeat)
Bad Education. Image shows left to right: Mitchell (Charlie Wernham), Stephen Carmichael (Layton Williams), Alfie (Jack Whitehall), Chantelle (Nikki Runeckles), Miss Gulliver (Sarah Solemani), Fraser (Mathew Horne), Joe (Ethan Lawrence), Rem Dogg (Jack Binstead), Jing (Kae Alexander). Credit: Tiger Aspect Productions

Bad Education

Series 2, Episode 2 - The American

Alfie 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.

U&Dave channel logo 2:55am
45 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series I, Episode 3 - Imbroglio

With Sean Lock, Frank Skinner and John Bishop.

Comedy Central 3am (repeat)
Drunk History. Thomas Cromwell (Mathew Horne). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Drunk History

Series 1, Episode 6

Kerry Howard on the pirate Blackbeard, Joel Dommett yaks Colonel Blood stealing the crown jewels, and Tiff Stevenson talks Henry VIII starting a war.

BBC Three 3am (repeat)
Siblings. Dan (Tom Stourton). Copyright: Bwark Productions

Siblings

Series 1, Episode 3 - Intern School

Dan 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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:05am (repeat)
Not The Nine O'Clock News. Image shows from L to R: Rowan Atkinson, Mel Smith, Pamela Stephenson, Griff Rhys Jones. Copyright: Getty Images

Not The Nine O'Clock News

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

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:30am (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 1 - Like Narnia But Sexy

After a drunken night in bed, the lives of teenagers Laura and Jamie are about to collide in the most spectacular fashion...

Comedy Central Extra 3:30am (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.

BBC Three 3:30am (repeat)
Siblings. Image shows from L to R: Hannah (Charlotte Ritchie), Marion (Stella Gonet). Copyright: Bwark Productions

Siblings

Series 1, Episode 4 - Laser Eye Party

Dan has finally booked himself in for an appointment at the STI clinic. There, under examination, he meets funny and free-spirited doctor Izzy.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
Rent. Copyright: BBC

Rent

Series 3, Episode 4

Maria turns agony aunt, but is Paul finally turning all grown-up and responsible?

BBC World Service 5:05am (repeat)
Stand Up For China. Des Bishop. Copyright: BBC

Stand Up For China

In this documentary for the BBC World Service, comedian Des Bishop explores what makes the Chinese laugh.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (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 6

Sketch show from the writer of Radio 4's Cabin Pressure, John Finnemore, with Margaret Cabourn-Smith, Simon Kane, Lawry Lewin and Carrie Quinlan.

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