Schedule Tuesday 19th May 2015
Tommy Cooper
Episode 8Michael Bentine plays a down-at-heel sheikh in one sketch, with Tommy Cooper as an envoy bearing a message from Queen Victoria.
Never The Twain
Series 5, Episode 5 - Reading Between The LinesA vindictive estate agent is on the loose and threatening to ruin Simon and Oliver's neighbourhood. Thanks to a visit to the library and Ringo's unhappy love life, the pair are soon on the villain's trail.
Trigger Happy TV
Quick-fire prank show that made Dom Joly a star. The comic unleashes his twisted humour on an unsuspecting British public.
That's No Job For An Asian
Yasmeen Khan investigates the state of British Asian comedy. Features contributions from comedians including Sanjeev Bhaskar.
Timmy Time
Spin-off from Shaun The Sheep for the CBeebies channel, featuring Timmy the baby lamb and his friends.
Just A Minute
Episode 6Joining Nicholas Parsons and Paul Merton to play Just A Minute today are Graham Norton, Sue Perkins, and Tony Hawks.
Trigger Happy TV
Quick-fire prank show that made Dom Joly a star. The comic unleashes his twisted humour on an unsuspecting British public.
Dry Slopes
Episode 3, Families and How to Conceive Them: Friendless, jobless Angus breaks free from his sheltered-life shackles to go on a date.
Minder
Series 7, Episode 6 - The Wrong GoodbyeA local property developer offers to buy Arthur's lock-up and car lot. Terry suspects that the deal is bent and turns to DS Jones for help.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 25, Episode 10 - Yours Truly - If You're Not CarefulA strange woman is in town trying to find Truly.
Lemn Sissay's Homecoming
Episode 2Lemn Sissay explores the nature of home through comedy, poetry and conversation in front of an audience in his adopted home of London.
Monarch Of The Glen
Series 3, Episode 5Comedy drama set in the Scottish Highlands, based on the comic novels of Compton Mackenzie.
Round The Horne
Episode 11: Master spy Kenneth Horne battles for Britain, plus Bona Homes with Julian and Sandy.
The Ken Dodd Show
Doddy investigates the world of trading and money, as only he can.
4 O'Clock Club
Series 1, Episode 8 - QuizNathan drags Josh onto the useless school quiz team to teach him how to stick at something. But Josh realises to his delight that him not knowing any answers will only make Nathan look bad.
The News Quiz
Series 87, Episode 1Satirical review of the week's news, chaired by Sandi Toksvig. Guests Susan Calman, Samira Ahmed and Elis James join regular panellist Jeremy Hardy.
Twirlywoos
Series 1, Episode 20 - Upside DownThe Twirlywoos learn about upside down when they watch a gallery owner hanging some paintings. Back in the Boat they help put the Very Important Lady the right way up.
Creme De La Crime
Series 1, Episode 1 - 20,000 Leaks Under the SeaMichael Feydeau and David Pershore unravel a case of wartime spying skullduggery.
The Dog Ate My Homework
Series 2, Episode 1Iain Stirling hosts and the student team captains are joined by Joe Swash, Ashleigh & Pudsey, Alex Riley and Romesh Ranganathan.
The Two Ronnies
Series 11, Episode 1Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.
My Parents Are Aliens
Long-running children's sitcom following the lives of three orphaned children. Their new foster parents are secretly aliens.
Minder
Series 8, Episode 1 - The Loneliness Of The Long Distance EntrepreneurLong-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.
Roy
Series 2, Episode 8 - Magical RoyWhen Roy causes the theft of Bill's taxi, he decides to earn money to buy a new car. Working as sidekick to a kids' entertainer, Roy sacrifices his weekends without being paid. Will Roy realise that he is being used?
Sooty
Series 2, Episode 3 - The Black HandAce detectives Secret Sooty and Agent Bone take on their arch enemy the Black Hand. Can they stop his dastardly plans, or will his exploding beans get the better of them? Guest starring Joe Pasquale.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 3, Episode 4 - How To Go On Holiday Without Really TryingHaving made enquiries about expensive vacations, Hyacinth discovers that voluntary church cleaning is certainly no holiday.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 3, Episode 5 - Richard's New HobbyHyacinth, realising that Richard is bored with early retirement, suggests he take up film-making as a hobby. It quickly backfires!
Round The Horne
Episode 11: Master spy Kenneth Horne battles for Britain, plus Bona Homes with Julian and Sandy.
4 O'Clock Club
Series 1, Episode 8 - QuizNathan drags Josh onto the useless school quiz team to teach him how to stick at something. But Josh realises to his delight that him not knowing any answers will only make Nathan look bad.
The Ken Dodd Show
Doddy investigates the world of trading and money, as only he can.
One Foot In The Grave
Series 6, Episode 2 - Tales Of TerrorVictor is alarmed when a routine medical test turns out to have sinister implications. He also has problems with the builders and Mrs. Warboys's cousin Wilf's voice synthesiser, whilst Margaret tries to avoid a terrible telephone conversation...
Citizen Smith
Series 4, Episode 4 - The Letter Of The LawWolfie finds himself in a tight spot when he's called for jury service during the same week that Ronnie Lynch is charged with attempting to bribe a police officer.
One Foot In The Grave
Series 6, Episode 3 - The Futility Of The FlyVictor has hired a cleaner to help around the house, and unwittingly comes to the rescue of a local chip shop proprietor with a rather complicated love life.
Twirlywoos
Series 1, Episode 20 - Upside DownThe Twirlywoos learn about upside down when they watch a gallery owner hanging some paintings. Back in the Boat they help put the Very Important Lady the right way up.
That's No Job For An Asian
Yasmeen Khan investigates the state of British Asian comedy. Features contributions from comedians including Sanjeev Bhaskar.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 4, Episode 4 - The CommodoreHyacinth agrees to meet the Ladies' Luncheon Club special guest at the railway station, but the assignment proves more difficult than she imagined.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 1, Episode 6 - Hail Smiling Morn Or ThereaboutsWhen Blamire buys himself a camera, Clegg, Compo and himself go in search of interesting things to take photographs of.
The Dog Ate My Homework
Series 2, Episode 1Iain Stirling hosts and the student team captains are joined by Joe Swash, Ashleigh & Pudsey, Alex Riley and Romesh Ranganathan.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 1, Episode 6 - SubstituteSharon is refusing to see Chris and considers divorce. Tracey is smitten with Dorien's hunky celebrity lodger and is furious when she receives a letter written by Darryl to another woman, though it isn't as it seems.
Desmond's
Series 5, Episode 2 - Shimmer And ShinePorkpie gets himself a job and Lee enters Michael for a hair competition.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 6, Episode 1 - In The Service Of HumanityGetting rather wet in a life-saving attempt, Clegg and Compo are dismayed to hear that the incident has inspired Foggy to devote his life - and theirs - to first aid and rescue.
Monarch Of The Glen
Series 3, Episode 5Comedy drama set in the Scottish Highlands, based on the comic novels of Compton Mackenzie.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 2, Episode 28 - Zebra Ducks Of The SerengetiAfter getting covered in soot, two hapless ducks are mistaken for a pair of rare African Zebra Ducks. Seeing a way to make money, the farmer transforms Shaun's field into an exotic duck enclosure, which he gleefully opens to the public. Shaun doesn't appreciate losing his field and sets about exposing the fraud.
To The Manor Born
Series 2, Episode 6Richard plans a skiing holiday, but with his mother ill and Audrey having put her back out, will he ever leave? He's just got to learn how to ski first!
Are You Being Served?
Series 5, Episode 2 - A Change Is As Good As A RestGrace Bros. decides to rotate its staff assignments, sending Ladies' Intimate Apparel and Men's Ready Mades down to the Toy Department.
Minder
Series 8, Episode 1 - The Loneliness Of The Long Distance EntrepreneurLong-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.
Whispers
Series 2, Episode 5Lynne Truss and Michele Brown join regulars Lucy Moore and Anthony Holden to play the scandalous quiz. Gyles Brandreth presides over subjects for discussion ranging from Robert Maxwell, Piltdown Man and the Moonies.
Are You Being Served?
Series 5, Episode 2 - A Change Is As Good As A RestGrace Bros. decides to rotate its staff assignments, sending Ladies' Intimate Apparel and Men's Ready Mades down to the Toy Department.
Never The Twain
Series 5, Episode 6 - Definitely Not CricketCricket is a game that has been around for ages and when Simon and Oliver are invited to play for the local team they find that most of the team have as well! It takes the power of prayer and a few well-aimed arrows to tip the balance of the match in their favour...
'Allo 'Allo!
Series 4, Episode 4 - The Flying NunWith invasion plans afoot, and new waitress Mimi Labonq proving to be equal help and hindrance, Michelle supplies René with a newer, more powerful radio - as long as it can get a good signal.
Such Rotten Luck
Episode 6, A Touch of the Whatsits: Woodhouse may have to face life alone.
Just Good Friends
Series 2, Episode 7Penny's divorce finally comes through and during a lunch to celebrate she jokingly asks Vince to propose to her. He obliges but emphasises that he is serious and Penny is taken aback by his sincerity. She contemplates a future with Vince once again and comes to a momentuous decision.
On The Buses
Series 6, Episode 7 - The PrizeWhen Stan gives Mum a selection of raffle tickets Blakey's made him buy, she wins a holiday for two in the Spanish sun. But the big question is: should Stan, Olive or Arthur accompany her?
Desmond's
Series 5, Episode 2 - Shimmer And ShinePorkpie gets himself a job and Lee enters Michael for a hair competition.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 3, Episode 6 - The Art ExhibitionHyacinth's passion for art coincides with Daddy's desire to join the Foreign Legion.
Dry Slopes
Episode 3, Families and How to Conceive Them: Friendless, jobless Angus breaks free from his sheltered-life shackles to go on a date.
On The Buses
Series 7, Episode 1 - Olive's DivorceOlive is in trouble - Arthur has left her for good and she has to face the divorce court. Afterwards she's almost inconsolable and doesn't feel like being alone, but Mum's off to Aunt Maud's and Stan has a date.
Boj
Episode 5 - In The HothouseWhen Mia and Rupa disagree over how to help Mr Cloppity water the plants in his hothouse they break the hose. But Boj invents a game they can all play to get the plants watered. He even creates a little hothouse of his own where Pops's outback marigold, a long way from home, can live happily in Giggly Park.
Lemn Sissay's Homecoming
Episode 2Lemn Sissay explores the nature of home through comedy, poetry and conversation in front of an audience in his adopted home of London.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 3, Episode 7 - What To Wear When YachtingHyacinth plans a nautical supper when one of Sheridan's friends lends them a cruiser for the weekend.
Citizen Smith
Series 4, Episode 4 - The Letter Of The LawWolfie finds himself in a tight spot when he's called for jury service during the same week that Ronnie Lynch is charged with attempting to bribe a police officer.
dinnerladies
Series 1, Episode 6 - NightshiftWith Tony too ill to come into work, and his cover so bad-mannered, ill-tempered, horrible and bossy that everyone save Brenda walks out, it's not the best time to have to be open for a rare night shift!
Shaun The Sheep
Series 2, Episode 28 - Zebra Ducks Of The SerengetiAfter getting covered in soot, two hapless ducks are mistaken for a pair of rare African Zebra Ducks. Seeing a way to make money, the farmer transforms Shaun's field into an exotic duck enclosure, which he gleefully opens to the public. Shaun doesn't appreciate losing his field and sets about exposing the fraud.
Mark Steel's In Town
Series 6, Episode 1 - FleetwoodMark performs from the Marine Hall in Fleetwood, Lancashire, a proud town full of optimistic people (until you mention Blackpool). During his stay Mark looks into Fleetwood's love of trams, female boxers and it's most famous footstuff - the Fisherman's Friend.
To The Manor Born
Series 2, Episode 5Unfortunately for Richard, his latest attempt to overhaul the workings of the estate farm and improve its throughput happen to coincide with Marjory and Audrey's being on a kick of 'countryside conservancy'.
dinnerladies
Series 2, Episode 1 - CateringIt's Friday 9th April 1999, the date to conceive a 'millennium baby'. Whilst Tony attempts to humour a rather dim-witted work-experience girl, Bren's main concern is having workmen in to paint the canteen without closing for the duration.
Round The Horne
Episode 11: Master spy Kenneth Horne battles for Britain, plus Bona Homes with Julian and Sandy.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 4, Episode 4 - The CommodoreHyacinth agrees to meet the Ladies' Luncheon Club special guest at the railway station, but the assignment proves more difficult than she imagined.
The Ken Dodd Show
Doddy investigates the world of trading and money, as only he can.
You, Me & Them
Series 2, Episode 6 - The Origami Butterfly EffectA shock announcement from Tim and Ellie leaves Lauren pondering and Ed hysterical. Debs' bid to change her ways comes with disastrous consequences, meanwhile Keith and Clive push their relationship to the brink of breaking after a run-in.
Would I Lie To You?
A selection of episodes from the fifth series of the lie-based panel game.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 5, Episode 2 - The Miracle Of PeckhamIn an effort to bolster the Church Roof Fund, Del "discovers" a miracle of his own and informs the world press.
That's No Job For An Asian
Yasmeen Khan investigates the state of British Asian comedy. Features contributions from comedians including Sanjeev Bhaskar.
Gavin & Stacey
Series 1, Episode 3After his initial angry reaction to Stacey's news, Uncle Bryn agrees to drive them all to Essex to meet the Shipmans.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 15, Episode 9Host Jimmy Carr and team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by celebrity guests Jimeoin, Joe Wilkinson, Nancy Dell'Olio and Greg Rutherford.
Russell Howard's Good News
Topical stand-up comedy and chat show hosted by Russell Howard.
No Offence
Series 1, Episode 3The serial killer is showing no signs of slowing down, while local racial tensions are also running high when an Asian woman is killed in a suspected racist attack. Joy has to prove she has what it takes in her new role as Sergeant by finding the man who murdered her.
Gavin & Stacey
Series 1, Episode 4The Shipmans drive down to Wales for the wedding fayre, and after a momentous trip to the church for the reading of the banns, Nessa tells Stacey her big secret.
Live At The Apollo
Jack Dee Live At The Apollo Series 2, Episode 5 - Marcus Brigstocke and Rich HallJack Dee presents two guests this week, as Marcus Brigstocke muses on Britain's relationship with America, and Rich Hall demonstrates how Bill Gates defies gravity. Plus, Jack answers more text messages from the audience.
Mock The Week
Series 13, Episode 7Dara O Briain hosts the topical panel show as guests Ed Byrne, Gary Delaney, Katherine Ryan and Josh Widdicombe take a satirical swipe at the week's news.
Lemn Sissay's Homecoming
Episode 2Lemn Sissay explores the nature of home through comedy, poetry and conversation in front of an audience in his adopted home of London.
Little Britain
Series 1, Episode 3Lou and Andy visit the seaside, and there is a new member at Fat Fighters.
Nick Helm's Heavy Entertainment
Episode 3 - RomanceIn this week's sweat-soaked descent into psychopathy-as-entertainment, Nick Helm focuses his ferocious wit on romance.
I've Never Seen Star Wars
Series 3, Episode 3 - Jenny EclairMarcus Brigstocke asks Jenny Eclair to listen to Charlie Parker and have a bikini wax.
Benidorm
Series 2, Episode 7Martin is worried as Kate has checked out and taken her suitcase. But he thinks she may have popped out to the shops.
Little Britain
Series 3, Episode 4Emily and Florence go on a stag night and the Prime Minister's moustache tickles Sebastian. Ting Tong's mother arrives on the Mike McShane estate and Bubbles discovers the reason why Roman left her for Desiree.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Episode 2Sean Lock and Kevin Bridges are up against Jon Richardson and Kathy Burke, with Joe Lycett in Dictionary Corner. Nick Helm 'helps' Rachel Riley with the numbers and letters.
The John Moloney Show
Series 1, Episode 2John tells stories about a German baby, his old life as a teacher and a run-in with a hen night.
Rubbish
Series 1, Episode 1 - DiversityEpisode 1, Diversity: Local government officer Martin Christmas wants inner peace, but is feeling held back.
Monty Python's Personal Best
Episode 4 - Terry GilliamA look at a colourful collage of Terry Gilliam's weirdly wonderful animations.
Richard Marsh: Love And Sweets
Episode 2Richard recounts planning the perfect proposal and the build-up to his wedding day.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 1, Episode 6 - SubstituteSharon is refusing to see Chris and considers divorce. Tracey is smitten with Dorien's hunky celebrity lodger and is furious when she receives a letter written by Darryl to another woman, though it isn't as it seems.
Starter For 10
Comedy about Brian, a 1980s working class boy stumbling romantically and academically through his first year at Bristol University.
Stand Up Central
Series 1, Episode 3Russell talks about kids of yesteryear, happiness, and answers a question on time-travelling masturbation. His guests are Joe Wilkinson and Sofie Hagen.
Pick Ups
Series 1, Episode 5 - DIYA DIY mishap leaves Dave in a sticky situation. Pat the Butcher gives Mike his first job.
The Young Ones
Series 2, Episode 4 - TimeRick wakes up with a woman in his bed and begins bragging of his sexual exploits. Unfortunately, she happens to be a serial killer. There's yet more to deal with when the house is transported back in time.
No Offence
Series 1, Episode 3The serial killer is showing no signs of slowing down, while local racial tensions are also running high when an Asian woman is killed in a suspected racist attack. Joy has to prove she has what it takes in her new role as Sergeant by finding the man who murdered her.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 14, Episode 1More facts, polls, figures and laughs. Host Jimmy Carr is once again joined by team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson as they discuss the topical events that set the great British public's chins wagging.
Adam Buxton's BUG
Episode 7Adam Buxton showcases the work of South London musical comedy duo Pig with the Face of a Boy and the video for their song A Complete History of the Soviet Union Arranged to the Music of Tetris, directed by Chris Lincé.
Mock The Week
Series 13, Episode 8Dara O Briain hosts the topical panel show as guests Rob Beckett, Gary Delaney, Sara Pascoe and Romesh Ranganathan discuss topics including today's Scottish Independence Referendum vote.
Nick Helm's Heavy Entertainment
Episode 3 - RomanceIn this week's sweat-soaked descent into psychopathy-as-entertainment, Nick Helm focuses his ferocious wit on romance.
Adam Buxton's BUG
Episode 8Comedian Adam Buxton presents more madcap music videos unearthed from the internet along with the comments they've provoked from opinionated online communities.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 15, Episode 8Sean, Jon and Jimmy are joined by guests Denise Van Outen, Vernon Kay, Henning Wehn and Nick Helm.
Russell Howard's Good News
Topical stand-up comedy and chat show hosted by Russell Howard.
Murder In Successville
Series 1, Episode 2 - Bunch Of CultsDI Sleet is joined by Radio 1 DJ Greg James to find out who killed Reese Witherspoon, owner of Successville's chain of bars.
Psychobitches
Series 1, Episode 4A troubled Nancy Spungen performs a couple of lewd songs, and Eve talks, with great regret, about her sexual relationship with Adam.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 5, Episode 2 - The Miracle Of PeckhamIn an effort to bolster the Church Roof Fund, Del "discovers" a miracle of his own and informs the world press.
That's No Job For An Asian
Yasmeen Khan investigates the state of British Asian comedy. Features contributions from comedians including Sanjeev Bhaskar.
Would I Lie To You?
A selection of episodes from the fifth series of the lie-based panel game.
Little Britain
Series 1, Episode 3Lou and Andy visit the seaside, and there is a new member at Fat Fighters.
Tommy Cooper
Episode 7Tommy Cooper presents his own show, with sketches and special guests. This week, he is assisted by Vincent Price.
Nick Helm's Heavy Entertainment
Episode 3 - RomanceIn this week's sweat-soaked descent into psychopathy-as-entertainment, Nick Helm focuses his ferocious wit on romance.
Little Britain
Series 3, Episode 4Emily and Florence go on a stag night and the Prime Minister's moustache tickles Sebastian. Ting Tong's mother arrives on the Mike McShane estate and Bubbles discovers the reason why Roman left her for Desiree.
The Young Ones
Series 2, Episode 4 - TimeRick wakes up with a woman in his bed and begins bragging of his sexual exploits. Unfortunately, she happens to be a serial killer. There's yet more to deal with when the house is transported back in time.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 14, Episode 1More facts, polls, figures and laughs. Host Jimmy Carr is once again joined by team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson as they discuss the topical events that set the great British public's chins wagging.
Dirty Sexy Funny: Olivia Lee
A hidden camera prank show for Comedy Central starring Olivia Lee. Features stunts, scripted sketches and setups.
Stella Street
In Surbiton, Surrey, film stars Michael Caine, Jack Nicholson, Al Pacino and others share a street with the likes of musicians Mick Jagger, David Bowie and football pundit Jimmy Hill.
An Idiot's Guide To Politics
Jolyon Rubinstein investigates Magna Carta and proposes an updated version for the 21st Century.
Whispers
Series 2, Episode 5Lynne Truss and Michele Brown join regulars Lucy Moore and Anthony Holden to play the scandalous quiz. Gyles Brandreth presides over subjects for discussion ranging from Robert Maxwell, Piltdown Man and the Moonies.
Such Rotten Luck
Episode 6, A Touch of the Whatsits: Woodhouse may have to face life alone.
Dry Slopes
Episode 3, Families and How to Conceive Them: Friendless, jobless Angus breaks free from his sheltered-life shackles to go on a date.
Lemn Sissay's Homecoming
Episode 2Lemn Sissay explores the nature of home through comedy, poetry and conversation in front of an audience in his adopted home of London.