British Comedy Guide

Schedule Thursday 30th July 2015

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9am
30 min
Hacker Time. Copyright: BBC

Hacker Time

Series 5, Episode 4 - Rav Wilding

Fun, chat and music from Hacker T Dog, featuring Hero Squad and Crimewatch presenter Rav Wilding.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:35am
10 min
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 2, Episode 4 - Inside

The Twirlywoos see a man putting something inside his tent, and they get carried away putting more and more things inside. Meanwhile, Peekaboo has managed to get stuck inside the teapot. Can Peekaboo get out without being spotted by the Twirlywoos?

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

So Awkward

Series 1, Episode 12 - Everyone Loves Clementine

Even though she doesn't actually exist, Clementine Moustache quickly becomes the most popular girl in the school.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:20pm (repeat)
Steptoe And Son. Image shows from L to R: Albert Steptoe (Wilfrid Brambell), Harold Steptoe (Harry H. Corbett). Copyright: BBC

Steptoe And Son

Series 8, Episode 4 - The Seven Steptoerai

Albert Steptoe and his son Harold run a rag and bone business. Harold wants to move on in the world and leave home but his plans are always thwarted.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Meet David Sedaris. David Sedaris

Meet David Sedaris

Series 5, Episode 1 - The Understudy And Big Boy

The American humorist returns with another series of comedic essays. The Understudy sees some questionable childcare from the child's point of view, and Big Boy is about a problem many of us have faced when one flush just is not enough.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason), Grandad (Lennard Pearce). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 3, Episode 2 - Healthy Competition

Rodney has become disillusioned with being Del's look-out, and announces his intention to set up business with Mickey Pearce.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason), Grandad (Lennard Pearce). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 3, Episode 3 - Friday The 14th

Del's weekend fishing trip to Boycie's country cottage strangely coincides with a local restaurant owner's need for cheap fish. On the journey they are stopped by the police who inform them of an escaped killer who is believed to be in the vicinity. They arrive at the empty cottage with a sense of foreboding...

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

QI

Series I, Episode 2 - International

With Bill Bailey, Jack Dee and David Mitchell.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Ben (Daniel Roche), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey), Karen (Ramona Marquez), Sue (Claire Skinner), Pete (Hugh Dennis). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 5, Episode 4

Dad and Ben go on a winter camping trip where Ben shows off his survival skills. Jake has to decide about a gap year, and Mum has had enough of Stacey, the Australian goddaughter who is still staying.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Barbara (Miranda Hart), Guy (Simon Dutton), Lee (Lee Mack), Tim (Tim Vine). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 2, Episode 1 - Mortgage

Lee's former flatmate Kate has moved back to America, so Tim decides to sell the flat.

BBC One Wales. Copyright: BBC 9pm
60 min
Rob Brydon At 50. Rob Brydon. Copyright: BBC

Rob Brydon At 50

Documentary looking at the comedy career of Rob Brydon, including an interview with the star himself.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Barbara (Miranda Hart), Guy (Simon Dutton), Lee (Lee Mack), Tim (Tim Vine). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 2, Episode 2 - Gay

Tim is worried that he isn't manly enough. Lee is persuaded by Lucy to pretend to be gay.

Made In Leeds 10pm
Uncle Ted: British Comedy Icon. Uncle Ted Edwards (Richard Turner)

Uncle Ted: British Comedy Icon

Episode 6 - Uncle Dead

Ted performs at the world famous Comedy Store... Can Ted live up to the reputation of being a British comedy icon? Or will he crash and burn?

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
The Javone Prince Show. Javone Prince. Copyright: BBC / Lovely Electricity

The Javone Prince Show

Episode 2

Javone is attacked by ninjas, reveals will.i.am's new role as an HR consultant, and is completely uninterested in the announcer's beef with Idris Elba.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish. Dave Gorman

Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish

Series 2, Episode 2 - Winston Churchill's Pants

Sharp stand-up from Dave Gorman, who answers life's burning questions. What is Richard Branson capable of? And should David Dickinson be stopped?

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm
45 min
Safeword. Image shows from L to R: Jason Byrne, Sinitta, David Morgan, Rick Edwards, Katherine Ryan, Iain Stirling, Charlotte Crosby

Safeword

Series 1, Episode 2

80s pop legend Sinitta and Geordie Shore's Charlotte Crosby are under scrutiny. Joining the teams as guests are comics Iain Stirling and Jason Byrne.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20pm (repeat)
Red Dwarf. Image shows from L to R: Kryten (Robert Llewellyn), Rimmer (Chris Barrie). Copyright: BBC

Red Dwarf

Series III, Episode 3 - Polymorph

A chameleonic shape-changing mutant known as a Polymorph is roaming around Red Dwarf, disguising itself in order to manipulate and feed on the crew's emotions.

BBC Three 10:30pm (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 8, Episode 9

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.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10:45pm (repeat)
Celebrity Juice. Image shows from L to R: Gino D'Acampo, Leigh Francis

Celebrity Juice

Series 13, Episode 4

Holly Willoughby and Fearne Cotton are joined by Gino D'Acampo again, with guests Stereo Kicks, Dr Christian Jessen and radio DJs Dave Berry and Lisa Snowdon to their teams.

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 1 - Cenobio Dei Dogi, Camogli

Rob, tired from the responsibilities of being the father of a young child, is looking for some adventure. Steve has been living a life of abstinence and hard work in Los Angeles.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series I, Episode 4 - Indecision

With Jimmy Carr, Rich Hall and Phill Jupitus.

Radio 4 11pm (repeat)
Jeremy Hardy Speaks To The Nation. Jeremy Hardy. Copyright: Pozzitive Productions

Jeremy Hardy Speaks To The Nation

Series 10, Episode 3 - How To Be A Good Citizen

Jeremy Hardy attempts to understand citizenship, to examine the state and to spell surveillance.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40pm (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 Midnight
60 min version
(repeat)
Taskmaster. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Avalon Television / UKTV

Taskmaster

Series 1, Episode 1 - Melon Buffet

This week the comedians have to try and paint the best picture of a horse while riding a horse. Also, expect melon-eating, bath-emptying and pop-up tents.

BBC Four Midnight (repeat)
Les Dawson

The Many Faces Of...

Series 2, Episode 2 - The Many Faces Of Les Dawson

Les Dawson was one of Britain's all time great comedy talents. He's best known as a comedian but was also a talented musician, writer and actor. This programme traces his career, with familiar favourite TV clips and some rare gems from the archives.

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