British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Thursday 4th June 2015

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (repeat)
Fresh Fields. Image shows from L to R: Hester Fields (Julia McKenzie), William Fields (Anton Rodgers). Copyright: Thames Television

Fresh Fields

Series 2, Episode 5 - Business Contacts

With his secretary sick, William is enforced to enlist Hester's help in the office. A diary clash could spell disaster for a lucrative new potential contract, but if she can just cover for a few minutes...

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

Minder

Series 8, Episode 9 - The Greatest Show In Willesden

Long-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:45am (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.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
HR. Image shows from L to R: Sam (Nicholas Le Prevost), Peter (Jonathan Pryce). Copyright: BBC

HR

Series 1, Episode 1 - An Appraisal

Angry senior manager Peter has been caught abusing a client and HR officer Sam must take him to task. But can he?

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

The Joke Machine

Episode 39

This episode's jokers are Pond Park versus St John Fisher.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Best Behaviour. Ramsley (Jordan Maxwell). Copyright: Zeppotron

Best Behaviour

Episode 4

With guests Richard Herring, Sarah Pascoe and Romesh Ranganathan.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:50am (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 1, Episode 6

The Frost Report's favourite class sketch is followed up with a look at family life; there's a look at modern trends at parties; and Ronnie Corbett reflects on his start in showbusiness as a top-billing nightclub comic.

U&Drama channel logo 8am (repeat)
Monarch Of The Glen. Copyright: BBC

Monarch Of The Glen

Series 4, Episode 6

Comedy drama set in the Scottish Highlands, based on the comic novels of Compton Mackenzie.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
Steptoe And Son. Image shows from L to R: Harold (Harry H. Corbett), Albert (Wilfrid Brambell). Copyright: BBC

Steptoe And Son

Episode 2.6, Wallah Wallah Catsmeat: The business falters when the horse needs a vet.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
Yes Minister. Image shows from L to R: Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds), James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne). Copyright: BBC

Yes Minister

Series 2, Episode 4 - A Question Of Loyalty

Hacker, Sir Humphrey and the rest of the DAA are trying to withstand questioning with regards to why they have failed to cut government waste. It turns out the Prime Minister is not pleased with Hacker's performance - because he is doing too well to cover up the mess.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40am (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

A selection of episodes from the 15th series of Britain's longest running sitcom.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:55am (repeat)
4 O'Clock Club. Image shows from L to R: Dexter (Jason Callender), Josh Carter (Khalil Madovi). Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Club

Series 2, Episode 2 - Head Of Year

Nathan finally decides to ask Miss Poppy out, but it's on the day that Draper is to select a head of year and Josh is determined that Nathan gets the post instead of Thorne.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
The Unbelievable Truth. David Mitchell. Copyright: BBC / Random Entertainment

The Unbelievable Truth

Series 6, Episode 3

David Mitchell hosts an edition of the game show recorded at the 2010 Edinburgh Fringe, with panellists Rhod Gilbert, Kevin Bridges, Tom Wrigglesworth and Lucy Porter. The contestants are encouraged to talk with deliberate inaccuracy on subjects as varied as spiders, mushrooms, eggs and Edinburgh.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 12 - Shorter And Shorter

The Twirlywoos find out how to make something shorter when they unravel a woolly blanket. The Very Important Lady is missing some pieces, and she's not happy about her shorter stature!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
No Commitments

No Commitments

Episode 5.5, Running in the Family: The sisters gather to discuss Emily's future, with the help of creepy teacher Nigel.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40am (repeat)
Ever Decreasing Circles. Image shows from L to R: Ann Bryce (Penelope Wilton), Martin Bryce (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Ever Decreasing Circles

Series 2, Episode 5

Martin is determined to be Snooker champion and when the local tournament favourite moves away he believes the title is his. But Paul enters and is odds-on to win it - or perhaps not after Ann has a quiet word with him.

CITV 10:50am (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.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:10am (repeat)
Roy. Image shows from L to R: Becky (Martha Byrne), Maura (Cathy Belton), Bill (Simon Delaney). Copyright: JAM Media

Roy

Series 3, Episode 2 - Attack Of The 50ft Roy

Roy wants to teach big bully Deco a lesson. He borrows Deco's formula for his school science project. Roy's unique version of Deco's formula turns him into a 50ft giant Roy! His friends have to work together to find an antidote before Roy hits the stratosphere.

CITV 11:15am (repeat)
Sooty. Richard (Richard Cadell). Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 10 - The Fancy Dress Party

When Sooty's magic powder falls in the costume box, the gang end up with real super powers. Can they save the fancy dress competition, or will the evil Barrie Bonkers bring it to a sticky end? Guest starring Shaun Williamson.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20am (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, Episode 3 - A Celebrity For The Barbecue

An outdoors-indoors luxury barbecue sounds complicated - and it is!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12pm (repeat)
Blandings. Beach (Tim Vine). Copyright: Mammoth Screen

Blandings

Series 2, Episode 2 - Dirty Work At The Crossroads

Clarence and Connie's censorious elder sister Charlotte (guest star Celia Imrie) is staying and making everybody's life miserable. The situation deteriorates when Freddie tries to unite two star-crossed lovers by stealing the Empress, and Clarence - getting the wrong end of the stick - steals Sir Gregory's pig in revenge.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
Steptoe And Son. Image shows from L to R: Harold (Harry H. Corbett), Albert (Wilfrid Brambell). Copyright: BBC

Steptoe And Son

Episode 2.6, Wallah Wallah Catsmeat: The business falters when the horse needs a vet.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:10pm (repeat)
4 O'Clock Club. Image shows from L to R: Dexter (Jason Callender), Josh Carter (Khalil Madovi). Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Club

Series 2, Episode 2 - Head Of Year

Nathan finally decides to ask Miss Poppy out, but it's on the day that Draper is to select a head of year and Josh is determined that Nathan gets the post instead of Thorne.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
Yes Minister. Image shows from L to R: Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds), James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne). Copyright: BBC

Yes Minister

Series 2, Episode 4 - A Question Of Loyalty

Hacker, Sir Humphrey and the rest of the DAA are trying to withstand questioning with regards to why they have failed to cut government waste. It turns out the Prime Minister is not pleased with Hacker's performance - because he is doing too well to cover up the mess.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40pm (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 7, Episode 2 - An Almighty Bang

When Von Flockenstuffen announces plans for a daring raid to capture Churchill, to be run from the chateau, the Colonel decides it is time to have Von Klinkerhoffen reinstated. Meanwhile, back at the Café, the LeClercs are stuck inside a wall...

U&Drama channel logo 1pm (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 1, Episode 4 - Epping's Not Far

Sam and Daphne are trying to settle down to some sort of routine. Daphne tries to improve her social life but hasn't accounted for Sam.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20pm (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 7, Episode 3 - Fleeing Monks

As Michelle prepares to send the airmen back to England whilst disguised as Monks, René is attempting to get out of receiving a collaboration medal from the General - an honour for which the Resistance, communists AND townspeople would have him executed!

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

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 12 - Shorter And Shorter

The Twirlywoos find out how to make something shorter when they unravel a woolly blanket. The Very Important Lady is missing some pieces, and she's not happy about her shorter stature!

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 5, Episode 8

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

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

A selection of episodes from the 15th series of Britain's longest running sitcom.

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 2, Episode 12 - Old Friends

Sharon feels left out and jealous when Tracey invites her old best friend Trish to stay. Things soon turn around when Tracey becomes tired of Trish's obsession with the past and Sharon starts to bond with her.

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

Desmond's

Series 6, Episode 1 - Do Me A Favour

Desmond hires a new assistant, Ricky, but no one else can understand why he's chosen him.

U&Drama channel logo 3pm (repeat)
Monarch Of The Glen. Copyright: BBC

Monarch Of The Glen

Series 4, Episode 6

Comedy drama set in the Scottish Highlands, based on the comic novels of Compton Mackenzie.

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

Shaun The Sheep

Series 3, Episode 4 - You Missed A Bit

The Farmer expects the windows of his farmhouse to be spotless, so Bitzer calls on the services of the Flock to help him clean them. He quickly discovers that they don't always work very well as a team when chaos breaks out. Will Bitzer be able to clear up the mess before The Farmer returns?

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 7, Episode 4 - Mrs. Slocombe, Senior Person

Mrs. Slocombe is appointed temporary floor manager while Mr. Rumbold recovers from food poisoning, and no one is happy about it.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:55pm (repeat)
Hacker Time. Copyright: BBC

Hacker Time

Childrens' comedy entertainment series hosted by Hacker T. Dog.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4pm (repeat)
The Unbelievable Truth. David Mitchell. Copyright: BBC / Random Entertainment

The Unbelievable Truth

Series 6, Episode 3

David Mitchell hosts an edition of the game show recorded at the 2010 Edinburgh Fringe, with panellists Rhod Gilbert, Kevin Bridges, Tom Wrigglesworth and Lucy Porter. The contestants are encouraged to talk with deliberate inaccuracy on subjects as varied as spiders, mushrooms, eggs and Edinburgh.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:15pm (repeat)
Fresh Fields. Image shows from L to R: Hester Fields (Julia McKenzie), William Fields (Anton Rodgers). Copyright: Thames Television

Fresh Fields

Series 2, Episode 6 - Get Me To The Church

Emma's finally set the date for her wedding to Peter, and the Fields are busy in preparation for the big day. If only it wasn't being held so far away! In any case, they've still to meet the groom's parents...

BBC Two 4:15pm (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 9 - Watch The Birdie

It is, finally, time for the Generals' Conference and the planning of the invasion of England - the resistance furnish René with another suitably ridiculous photographic device to capture their plans. But it could all go awry if Mimi kills one of the attendees before the day...

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:30pm
30 min
So Awkward. Copyright: Channel X North

So Awkward

Series 1, Episode 4 - The Nox Factor

Lily and Jas compete to see who can suck up to Martha the most in order to get her spare ticket to see a talk given by famous, drop dead gorgeous science presenter, Dr Simon Nox.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30pm (repeat)
No Commitments

No Commitments

Episode 5.5, Running in the Family: The sisters gather to discuss Emily's future, with the help of creepy teacher Nigel.

BBC Two 4:45pm (repeat)
Yes Minister. Image shows from L to R: James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne), Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds). Copyright: BBC

Yes Minister

Series 1, Episode 5 - The Writing On The Wall

Jim's latest drive to slim down the Civil Service has won favour with both the PM and Cabinet colleagues, but Sir Humphrey is bitterly opposed to the plans. However, the pair are forced to put the disagreement aside when it becomes apparent that they could both be adversely affected.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:50pm (repeat)
Doctor In The House. Image shows from L to R: Danny Hooley (Jonathan Lynn), Dave Briddock (Simon Cuff), Duncan Waring (Robin Nedwell), Mike Upton (Barry Evans), Paul Collier (George Layton), Dick Stuart-Clark (Geoffrey Davies)

Doctor In The House

Series 1, Episode 9 - Getting The Bird

Michael is depressed when he is unable to get a girlfriend, so Dick offers to help arrange a date for him - 'Rigor Mortis', one of the hospital's nurses.

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

Desmond's

Series 6, Episode 1 - Do Me A Favour

Desmond hires a new assistant, Ricky, but no one else can understand why he's chosen him.

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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5pm (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, Christmas Special - To Hull And Back

Del becomes embroiled in a diamond smuggling caper with Boycie and Abdul and, as usual, he's the one with the dirty job to do. Things are not helped, however, when the 'Old Bill' start asking awkward questions...

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
HR. Image shows from L to R: Sam (Nicholas Le Prevost), Peter (Jonathan Pryce). Copyright: BBC

HR

Series 1, Episode 1 - An Appraisal

Angry senior manager Peter has been caught abusing a client and HR officer Sam must take him to task. But can he?

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

On The Buses

Series 3, Episode 3 - The Inspector's Niece

A new clippie hides a terrible secret - she's Blakey's niece!

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

Boj

Episode 15 - Rainbow For Rupa

Boj shows Rupa and her family that a homemade approach to decorating a playroom can be fun and rewarding - creating a messy Outback Rainbow with coloured chalk (to Mrs Nibblit's initial horror) across Rupa's walls. But soon the Nibblits are all getting very artistic!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Best Behaviour. Ramsley (Jordan Maxwell). Copyright: Zeppotron

Best Behaviour

Episode 4

With guests Richard Herring, Sarah Pascoe and Romesh Ranganathan.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 5:30pm (repeat)
Moone Boy. Image shows from L to R: Sean Murphy (Chris O'Dowd), Martin (David Rawle). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions / Sprout Pictures

Moone Boy

Series 1, Episode 1 - Men Of The Houses

Martin celebrates his 12th birthday, but the local bullies soon get their hands on his birthday present.

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (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 1, Episode 4 - Epping's Not Far

Sam and Daphne are trying to settle down to some sort of routine. Daphne tries to improve her social life but hasn't accounted for Sam.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Best Behaviour. Ramsley (Jordan Maxwell). Copyright: Zeppotron

Best Behaviour

Episode 5

With guests Phil Wang, Sarah Kendall and Justin Edwards.

U&Drama channel logo 6:40pm (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Audrey fforbes-Hamilton (Penelope Keith). Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Series 1, Episode 3

When Richard misses his first Sunday church service as owner of the manor, Audrey resolves to sort out his increasingly apparent shortcomings and force him to bring the estate up to scratch.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (repeat)
Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Nurse Gladys Emmanuel (Lynda Baron), Granville (David Jason), Albert Arkwright (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: BBC

Open All Hours

Series 3, Episode 4 - How To Ignite Your Errand Boy

Arkwright's plan to make his own fire lighters has a snag, they may be somewhat dangerous to make...Oh well, Granville is not busy...

BBC One Scotland. Copyright: BBC 7pm (repeat)
Room 101. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 2, Episode 6 - Clive Anderson, Alex Jones, Jack Whitehall

TV and radio presenter Clive Anderson, One Show co-host Alex Jones and comedian Jack Whitehall nominate deer, British themed bars in foreign countries and metrosexuality to be cast into Room 101.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
Steptoe And Son. Image shows from L to R: Harold (Harry H. Corbett), Albert (Wilfrid Brambell). Copyright: BBC

Steptoe And Son

Episode 2.6, Wallah Wallah Catsmeat: The business falters when the horse needs a vet.

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 5, Episode 8

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

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
Yes Minister. Image shows from L to R: Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds), James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne). Copyright: BBC

Yes Minister

Series 2, Episode 4 - A Question Of Loyalty

Hacker, Sir Humphrey and the rest of the DAA are trying to withstand questioning with regards to why they have failed to cut government waste. It turns out the Prime Minister is not pleased with Hacker's performance - because he is doing too well to cover up the mess.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (repeat)
dinnerladies. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Anne Reid), Stan (Duncan Preston), Brenda (Victoria Wood), Twinkle (Maxine Peake), Dolly (Thelma Barlow), Tony (Andrew Dunn), Anita (Shobna Gulati). Copyright: Good Fun / Pozzitive Productions

dinnerladies

Series 2, Episode 5 - Gamble

Tony and Bren arrive at work together, causing much scandalous rumour amongst the girls. And a bet they'll "get it on" before Christmas.

U&Dave channel logo 8pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series K, Episode 2 - Kit & Kaboodle

With Noel Fielding, Ross Noble and Australian comedian Colin Lane.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Image shows left to right: Lady Farrow (Holly De Jong), Lord Edmund Blackadder (Rowan Atkinson). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Blackadder II, Episode 2 - Head

Blackadder is 'promoted' to the role of Lord High Executioner. Not best pleased with his new appointment, Edmund sets about bringing some executions forward in order to maximise his leisure time...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Dave Best (Craig Cash), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Antony Royle (Ralf Little)

The Royle Family

Series 3, Episode 4

Nana's friend Elsie has died. Norma's distraught; enough to need to stay at the Royles' for a couple of nights, but apparently not too upset to plan what of Elsie's belongings she should take from her home.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm (repeat)
Cuban Fury. Image shows from L to R: Bruce Garrett (Nick Frost), Sam (Olivia Colman). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Cuban Fury

British romantic comedy film set in the world of ballroom dancing. Stars Nick Frost, Chris O'Dowd, Olivia Colman and Rashida Jones.

Comedy Central Extra 9pm (repeat)
Lee Evans - The Ultimate Experience

Lee Evans - The Ultimate Experience

Highlights and brand new excerpts taken from Lee's first three releases.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series K, Episode 3 - K-Folk

With Phill Jupitus, Katherine Ryan and Josh Widdicombe.

BBC Three 9pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, John Bishop. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 6, Episode 1 - Sean Lock and John Bishop

Live At The Apollo returns to BBC One, showcasing the best of British comedy talent. 8 Out Of 10 Cats star Sean Lock introduces Liverpool's finest, John Bishop, from the world-famous Hammersmith Apollo.

BBC Three 9:30pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Rich Hall, Lee Mack, Danny Bhoy. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 6, Episode 2 - Lee Mack, Rich Hall, Danny Bhoy

Lee Mack, comedian and star of BBC One sitcom Not Going Out, presents sets from American comic Rich Hall and Scotland's very own Danny Bhoy.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9:30pm (repeat)
The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Simon Cooper (Joe Thomas), Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird), Neil Sutherland (Blake Harrison), Jay Cartwright (James Buckley). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Series 3, Episode 3 - Will's Dilemma

Simon and his new girlfriend Tara go on a double date with Will and her friend Kerry.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:35pm (repeat)
The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Dave Best (Craig Cash), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Antony Royle (Ralf Little)

The Royle Family

Series 3, Episode 5

Nana's round again, and Antony's planning a trip to London. Jim's none-too complimentary about his dreams, but Denise has had enough of their father's harsh comments.

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Episode 4

Jon Richardson and Katherine Ryan take on Sean Lock and Rob Beckett. Greg Davies is in with Susie Dent, while Rachel Riley takes care of the numbers and letters.

Made In Leeds 10pm
30 min
The Cool Beans Television Show. Copyright: Cool Beans Productions

The Cool Beans Television Show

Series 2, Episode 4 - Celebrity Air

Mickey is trying to make extra cash flogging counterfeit bags of 'celebrity air'; Chris takes on Barry from the Dub Pistols in a drinking competition; and K.O.G & The Zongo Brigade perform live in the studio.

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series L, Episode 14 - Little And Large

With Phill Jupitus, Richard Osman and Lucy Porter.

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

Mock The Week

Series 5, Episode 6

Ben Norris joins Hugh Dennis and Frankie Boyle. Ed Byrne joins Russell Howard and Andy Parsons.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Best Behaviour. Ramsley (Jordan Maxwell). Copyright: Zeppotron

Best Behaviour

Episode 4

With guests Richard Herring, Sarah Pascoe and Romesh Ranganathan.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 9, Episode 3

Leafing through his little black book of contacts, James Corden is joined by bruising British boxer Anthony Joshua, funnyman Jimmy Carr and Olympic snowboarder Jenny Jones.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:15pm (repeat)
Early Doors. Image shows from L to R: Joe (Craig Cash), Duffy (Phil Mealey). Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Early Doors

Series 2, Episode 2

Ken is laid up with the flu. The cops arrive to celebrate their successful drugs bust. Duffy is in no mood for celebrating and faces up to the prospect of single life, seeking solace in the bottom of his beer glass.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Don't Start. Image shows from L to R: Kim (Katherine Parkinson), Neil (Frank Skinner). Copyright: Avalon Television

Don't Start

Series 1, Episode 2 - Hat

Neil's new trilby hat is a flashpoint for an argument.

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
Red Dwarf. Image shows from L to R: Cat (Danny John-Jules), Kryten (Robert Llewellyn), Holly (Hattie Hayridge), Lister (Craig Charles), Rimmer (Chris Barrie). Copyright: BBC

Red Dwarf

Series IV, Episode 1 - Camille

Rescuing a mechanoid, Camille, from a crashed spaceship, Kryten falls in love instantly. However, so does Rimmer. And Lister's quite taken with her too. Just what is going on?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:45pm (repeat)
Warhorses Of Letters. Image shows from L to R: Marengo (Stephen Fry), Copenhagen (Daniel Rigby). Copyright: BBC

Warhorses Of Letters

Series 1, Episode 2

Copenhagen becomes a warhorse and Marengo sets out into the vast Russian Steppe as he carries Napoleon at the head of his vast army towards Moscow.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:55pm (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Edina (Jennifer Saunders), Patsy (Joanna Lumley). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 3, Episode 3 - Sex

Edina is encouraged by Patsy to plan an orgy, as she has not had sex for a long time. The pair hire two gigolos and prepare for their night of debauchery; which collides disastrously with Saffron's biology presentation for university.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11pm
50 min version (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 14, Episode 1

More 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.

Comedy Central 11pm (repeat)
Stand Up Central. Russell Howard

Stand Up Central

Series 1, Episode 5

Russell talks masturbation in the cinema, uniform dating, and answers questions on cannabis and super powers. His guests are Katherine Ryan and Daniel Simonsen.

Radio 4 11pm
30 min
Seekers. Image shows from L to R: Terry (Tony Way), Joe (Daniel Mays), Stuart (Mathew Horne), Nicola (Zahra Ahmadi). Copyright: BBC

Seekers

Series 2, Episode 1 - So What Did I Miss?

Stuart is back from America, and there have been big changes while he's been away.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Mark Thomas - The Manifesto. Mark Thomas. Copyright: BBC

Mark Thomas - The Manifesto

Series 4, Episode 2

Mark is in Sheffield, where this week's agenda covers community gardening, homelessness and education.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 11:10pm (repeat)
Celebrity Juice. Image shows from L to R: Holly Willoughby, Rufus Hound, Leigh Francis, Fearne Cotton

Celebrity Juice

Series 5, Episode 13

Joining the panel this week is comedian and host of Take Me Out, Paddy McGuinness, Boy-band heartthrobs Max George and Tom Parker from The Wanted and superstar DJ David Guetta. With Keith Lemon, Fearne Cotton, Rufus Hound and guest captain Davina McCall.

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 2, Episode 12 - Old Friends

Sharon feels left out and jealous when Tracey invites her old best friend Trish to stay. Things soon turn around when Tracey becomes tired of Trish's obsession with the past and Sharon starts to bond with her.

U&Dave channel logo 11:20pm (repeat)
Red Dwarf. Image shows from L to R: Cat (Danny John-Jules), Kryten (Robert Llewellyn), Holly (Hattie Hayridge), Lister (Craig Charles), Rimmer (Chris Barrie). Copyright: BBC

Red Dwarf

Series IV, Episode 2 - D.N.A.

Venturing off of Red Dwarf to explore an identified ship floating nearby, the crew find all its inhabitants dead. In a characteristically inquisitive manner, Cat discovers a DNA modification machine, and unwittingly turns Kryten human.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Elis James' Pantheon Of Heroes. Image shows from L to R: Benjamin Partridge, Elis James, Nadia Kamil. Copyright: BBC

Elis James' Pantheon Of Heroes

Series 1, Episode 3 - Politics

Elis James explores historic political Welsh figures through sketch and stand-up. With guest Lloyd Langford.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:35pm (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Edina (Jennifer Saunders), Patsy (Joanna Lumley). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 3, Episode 4 - Jealous

When Edina's arch-rival Claudia Bing beats her to a coveted Public Relations award set up by Edina herself, she is left fuming. Unfortunately a missing speech sends her comeback plans awry, and she rants against her own industry in frustration.

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

Da Ali G Show

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

U&Dave channel logo Midnight
60 min version (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 8, Episode 2

Topical comedy show in which Russell Howard offers up an energetic look at global goings-on and finds his own uniquely upbeat angle on the news each week.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:05am (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, Highlights Special - Best Bits

Jimmy Carr is joined by team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson for an episode of best bits from the last series. A host of well-known faces join the teams as they discuss the topical events that set the great British public's chins wagging.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 12:10am (repeat)
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Northern Lights

Robson Green and Mark Benton return as the competitive brothers-in-law who live in the same street.

Sky Atlantic logo. Copyright: Sky 12:35am (repeat)
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Doll & Em

Series 2, Episode 1

Squirrelled away in a lighthouse retreat, Doll and Em work on a Broadway play for them to also star in.

BBC Three 1am (repeat)
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Murder In Successville

Series 1, Episode 5 - Dr Death

DI Sleet is joined by Pussycat Doll Kimberly Wyatt to find out who murdered Dr Wayne Rooney at Successville Hospital.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 1am (repeat)
The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Simon Cooper (Joe Thomas), Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird), Neil Sutherland (Blake Harrison), Jay Cartwright (James Buckley). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Series 3, Episode 3 - Will's Dilemma

Simon and his new girlfriend Tara go on a double date with Will and her friend Kerry.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:15am (repeat)
The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Dave Best (Craig Cash), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Antony Royle (Ralf Little)

The Royle Family

Series 3, Episode 4

Nana's friend Elsie has died. Norma's distraught; enough to need to stay at the Royles' for a couple of nights, but apparently not too upset to plan what of Elsie's belongings she should take from her home.

BBC Three 1:30am (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, John Bishop. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 6, Episode 1 - Sean Lock and John Bishop

Live At The Apollo returns to BBC One, showcasing the best of British comedy talent. 8 Out Of 10 Cats star Sean Lock introduces Liverpool's finest, John Bishop, from the world-famous Hammersmith Apollo.

Comedy Central Extra 1:45am (repeat)
The Alternative Comedy Experience. Image shows from L to R: Josie Long, David Kay, Stewart Lee, Henning Wehn, Simon Munnery, Paul Sinha, Phil Nichol, Tony Law, Paul Foot. Copyright: Comedy Central

The Alternative Comedy Experience

Series 2, Episode 2 - Mistaken Identity

Tonight the madcap Paul Foot is joined by the musical David O'Doherty, Nish Kumar, Michael Legge and Josie Long. Backstage chat with Stewart Lee.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:50am (repeat)
The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Dave Best (Craig Cash), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Antony Royle (Ralf Little)

The Royle Family

Series 3, Episode 5

Nana's round again, and Antony's planning a trip to London. Jim's none-too complimentary about his dreams, but Denise has had enough of their father's harsh comments.

BBC Three 2am (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Rich Hall, Lee Mack, Danny Bhoy. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 6, Episode 2 - Lee Mack, Rich Hall, Danny Bhoy

Lee Mack, comedian and star of BBC One sitcom Not Going Out, presents sets from American comic Rich Hall and Scotland's very own Danny Bhoy.

London Live 2:20am (repeat)
Smack The Pony. Image shows from L to R: Fiona Allen, Sally Phillips, Doon Mackichan

Smack The Pony

Stylish, original and uninhibited Emmy award-winning sketch show starring Fiona Allen, Doon Mackichan and Sally Phillips.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:30am (repeat)
Early Doors. Image shows from L to R: Joe (Craig Cash), Duffy (Phil Mealey). Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Early Doors

Series 2, Episode 2

Ken is laid up with the flu. The cops arrive to celebrate their successful drugs bust. Duffy is in no mood for celebrating and faces up to the prospect of single life, seeking solace in the bottom of his beer glass.

BBC Three 2:30am (repeat)
Nick Helm's Heavy Entertainment. Nick Helm. Copyright: BBC

Nick Helm's Heavy Entertainment

Episode 5 - Fame

Nick Helm (One Man Mega Myth) turns his attention to Fame. Find out why Nick's hero when he was growing up was Evil Knievel, and why a 20 litre microwave is not big enough to cook with - but the box it comes in has its uses. Nick's wearing the trousers and sacks his band. But remember - He Did it all For You.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3am (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Edina (Jennifer Saunders), Patsy (Joanna Lumley). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 3, Episode 3 - Sex

Edina is encouraged by Patsy to plan an orgy, as she has not had sex for a long time. The pair hire two gigolos and prepare for their night of debauchery; which collides disastrously with Saffron's biology presentation for university.

U&Dave channel logo 3am
60 min version (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 8, Episode 2

Topical comedy show in which Russell Howard offers up an energetic look at global goings-on and finds his own uniquely upbeat angle on the news each week.

Comedy Central Extra 3:10am (repeat)
The Alternative Comedy Experience. Image shows from L to R: Josie Long, David Kay, Stewart Lee, Henning Wehn, Simon Munnery, Paul Sinha, Phil Nichol, Tony Law, Paul Foot. Copyright: Comedy Central

The Alternative Comedy Experience

Series 2, Episode 2 - Mistaken Identity

Tonight the madcap Paul Foot is joined by the musical David O'Doherty, Nish Kumar, Michael Legge and Josie Long. Backstage chat with Stewart Lee.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:30am (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Edina (Jennifer Saunders), Patsy (Joanna Lumley). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 3, Episode 4 - Jealous

When Edina's arch-rival Claudia Bing beats her to a coveted Public Relations award set up by Edina herself, she is left fuming. Unfortunately a missing speech sends her comeback plans awry, and she rants against her own industry in frustration.

Comedy Central Extra 3:35am (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 Radio 4 Extra 4am (repeat)
The Unbelievable Truth. David Mitchell. Copyright: BBC / Random Entertainment

The Unbelievable Truth

Series 6, Episode 3

David Mitchell hosts an edition of the game show recorded at the 2010 Edinburgh Fringe, with panellists Rhod Gilbert, Kevin Bridges, Tom Wrigglesworth and Lucy Porter. The contestants are encouraged to talk with deliberate inaccuracy on subjects as varied as spiders, mushrooms, eggs and Edinburgh.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30am (repeat)
No Commitments

No Commitments

Episode 5.5, Running in the Family: The sisters gather to discuss Emily's future, with the help of creepy teacher Nigel.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
HR. Image shows from L to R: Sam (Nicholas Le Prevost), Peter (Jonathan Pryce). Copyright: BBC

HR

Series 1, Episode 1 - An Appraisal

Angry senior manager Peter has been caught abusing a client and HR officer Sam must take him to task. But can he?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
Best Behaviour. Ramsley (Jordan Maxwell). Copyright: Zeppotron

Best Behaviour

Episode 4

With guests Richard Herring, Sarah Pascoe and Romesh Ranganathan.

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