British Comedy Guide

Schedule Tuesday 17th November 2015

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (repeat)
George & Mildred. Image shows from L to R: Mildred Roper (Yootha Joyce), George Roper (Brian Murphy). Copyright: Thames Television

George & Mildred

Series 2, Episode 1 - Jumble Pie

George's budgie Oscar has died. However, Mildred's busy sorting out unwanted items for the vicar's jumble sale.

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

Minder

Series 1, Episode 6 - Aces High And Sometimes Very Low

The chips are down for Arthur's friend Maurice when the professional gambler is barred from the casinos and mugged of all his winnings. Terry's job is to mind Maurice while he recoups his losses.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Our Man At Wembley

Episode 4: Eric Halliday's secret has been discovered by his arch-rival. Can he avert disaster?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:25am (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 3, Episode 15 - The Snapshot

The Farmer wants a family photo and instructs Bitzer to gather all the animals together. Getting them all to stand still at the same time is more than they can manage and Shaun discovers he's cut out of the shot. Bitzer can't bear to have his friend left out so the pair set out to find a solution.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:30am (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!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Gloomsbury. Image shows from L to R: Henry Mickleton (Jonathan Coy), Vera Sackcloth-Vest (Miriam Margolyes), DH Lollipop (John Sessions), Lionel Fox (Nigel Planer), Venus Traduces (Morwenna Banks), Ginny Fox (Alison Steadman). Copyright: Little Brother Productions

Gloomsbury

Series 2, Episode 1 - Anarchy Looms Over Staplehurst

Talk of a general strike is in the air as Lionel and Ginny Fox pay a visit to Sizzlinghurst Castle to see Vera Sackcloth-Vest and Henry Mickleton.

London Live 8am (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Offer

Another barber shop chain, Short n Curlies, is looking to open a branch in Peckham, and the owner approaches Desmond with a buy-out proposal. He's sorely tempted, but wants to explore other avenues before making his decision...

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

Monarch Of The Glen

Series 3, Episode 8

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

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
Round The Horne. Image shows left to right: Kenneth Williams, Hugh Paddick, Betty Marsden, Kenneth Horne, June Ellis. Credit: BBC

Round The Horne

Episode 3.8: Kenneth Horne is all at sea, plus homeopathic practitioners Julian and Sandy offer bona remedies.

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'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 4 - Up The Crick Without A Piddle

René and Edith arrive safely in England and are shocked to see a familiar face. Freshly honoured by Churchill, they take a look around London before Edith is heads back to Nouvion - and a major cock-up sends René reluctantly with her...

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:20am (repeat)
Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Episode 18 - Wheels

Wussywat wants to move a pile of pots from the garden, but they are awkward and heavy. How can he do it? With the help of Duckadile's roller-skates of course.

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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 8:30am (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Episode 5 - Sons of the Fathers

Clearing out the cellar - Audrey finds more than she'd bargained for.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:50am (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 14th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
The Now Show. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Steve Punt. Copyright: BBC

The Now Show

Series 47, Episode 1

Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis are joined by Freya Parker, Grace Petrie, Dr. Phil Hammond, Holly Walsh and Jon Holmes for a comic romp through the week's news.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
The Wordsmiths At Gorsemere

The Wordsmiths At Gorsemere

Episode 1: William and Dorothy settle in their sublime cottage.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:35am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 2 - Underneath

The Twirlywoos learn about underneath when they visit a hat shop. Back in the boat, the Box brings a rainbow for the Twirlywoos to dance underneath.

London Live 10am (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 1, Episode 6 - Sad News

Desmond and Porkpie learn that Sweetsticks, a friend who came to England with them, has died.

London Live 10:30am (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 2, Episode 1 - The Treatment

Desmond is hospitalised with a mystery illness, provoking Shirley to worry that he'll want to return to Guyana.

Radio 4 10:45am
15 min
Frances Tomelty

How Does That Make You Feel?

Series 6, Episode 2

Tony is still no wiser as to why his jokes fail to go down well with the ladies.

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Doctor In Distress

Doctor In Distress

Dr Simon Sparrow (Dirk Bogarde) returns to St Swithin's as an experienced doctor but he still has a roving eye for the ladies.

CITV 11am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 17 - Back To School

Mr Bean inadvertently becomes a teacher - but can he control the unruly class?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:10am (repeat)
Millie Inbetween. Millie (Millie Innes). Copyright: The Foundation

Millie Inbetween

Series 1, Episode 11 - Bermuda Calling

The family are stunned by Mike's big news. He's been offered a new job - a year in Bermuda!

CITV 11:15am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 18 - Lord Bean

Mr Bean finds out he is a lord and visits his Scottish family home - but keeping a castle is a costly business.

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My Family. Image shows from L to R: Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 11, Episode 2 - Labour Pains

Ben is tempted to join management, and Susan and Janey find themselves competing for the same monkey when a TV opportunity arises.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
Round The Horne. Image shows left to right: Kenneth Williams, Hugh Paddick, Betty Marsden, Kenneth Horne, June Ellis. Credit: BBC

Round The Horne

Episode 3.8: Kenneth Horne is all at sea, plus homeopathic practitioners Julian and Sandy offer bona remedies.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:30pm (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 2, Episode 4 - Mother Earth

Beth's concern for animal welfare has far-reaching consequences for Winterdown Farm. Marlene's pursuit of a more holistic way of life proves to be crunch time for Boycie and something of an eye opener for Beth.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Episode 5 - Sons of the Fathers

Clearing out the cellar - Audrey finds more than she'd bargained for.

U&Drama channel logo 1pm (repeat)
Goodnight Sweetheart. Image shows from L to R: Yvonne Sparrow (Emma Amos), Gary Sparrow (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Phoebe Sparrow (Elizabeth Carling). Copyright: Alomo Productions / BBC

Goodnight Sweetheart

Series 4, Episode 8 - Come Fly With Me

Gary and Phoebe's wedding is drawing near. Can Gary cope with two stag nights, 54 years apart?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:10pm (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 9

Having lost out in a floral display competition, Hyacinth sets her sights on a new car and soon has Richard on a Rolls-Royce test drive.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:35pm (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 2 - Underneath

The Twirlywoos learn about underneath when they visit a hat shop. Back in the boat, the Box brings a rainbow for the Twirlywoos to dance underneath.

U&Drama channel logo 1:40pm (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 6, Episode 1 - Robbery With Violence

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.

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The Brittas Empire. Gordon Brittas (Chris Barrie). Copyright: BBC

The Brittas Empire

Despite his ambition and good intentions, everything seems to go wrong at Whitbury New Town Leisure Centre when manager Gordon Brittas is around.

London Live 2pm (repeat)
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Millie Inbetween. Millie (Millie Innes). Copyright: The Foundation

Millie Inbetween

Series 1, Christmas Special - A Different Christmas

It is Millie and Lauren's first Christmas since the separation, and for Millie it is the chance for a fresh start.

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 4, Episode 11 - The Front

Publish and be damned? Dorien gets worried when her life story looks as if it might get into print. Sharon and Tracey are bullied into being the "front" for their naughty neighbour's confessions.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:30pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Alice Tinker (Emma Chambers), Hugo Horton (James Fleet). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 2, Christmas Special - Engagement

Alice is concerned. She and Hugo mightn't have been romantically linked for long, but she's known him for 26 years and they've still never kissed - is she so unattractive? When the inevitable eventually happens, David is far from pleased, and Hugo has an important decision to make.

The Africa Channel 2:30pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 6, Episode 8 - Judgement Day

A funky American preacher sues Desmond for a distressing haircut.

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

Shaun The Sheep

Series 3, Episode 3 - The Shepherd

Torrential rain threatens to ruin the annual Sheep Dog trials, but the Farmer begs the judges for an opportunity to show off his talented Flock. Things go smoothly until Timmy tries to learn to whistle... Will this stop the Farmer winning another cup to add to his prize collection?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:55pm (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?

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

Monarch Of The Glen

Series 3, Episode 8

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

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

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 19 - Car Wars

Mr Bean finally has a showdown with the mysterious Reliant Robin. Who will be the victor?

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

Mr Bean

Animated adventures of comedy favourite Mr Bean, voiced by Rowan Atkinson.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:15pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 8 - The Other Day The Earth Stood Still

Only Danger Mouse can save the world from chaos when the Baron stops the world spinning with a plague of traffic lights.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Alice Tinker (Emma Chambers), Hugo Horton (James Fleet). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 2, Episode 1 - Dibley Live

To celebrate the 650th year since Dibley's founding, Geraldine arranges a special licence to run their own local radio station. All of the villagers lend a hand in the week-long event, and Frank has a particular secret to impart. Meanwhile, the Vicar finds the perfect opportunity to bring David down a peg or two.

London Live 3:40pm (repeat)
Come On George. Copyright: STUDIOCANAL

Come On George

George Formby stars as a stable-hand who befriends a nervous horse and discovers that he's the only one who can calm it down enough to win races.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 3:55pm (repeat)
Boj. Copyright: Pesky Productions

Boj

Episode 38 - Picky Eater

Boj and Mia are invited to Rupa's for pizza, but Mia doesn't like eating mixed-up food. Can Boj help Mia enjoy dinner at the Nibblits's house with the mix-it-up song?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4pm (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 14th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4pm (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

The Motion Show

Episode 2.1: Graeme Garden hosts the comic debating show. Jenny Eclair, Simon Fanshawe, Steve Punt and guest meet in a battle of words and wit.

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Doctor At Large. Michael Upton (Barry Evans). Copyright: London Weekend Television

Doctor At Large

Episode 16 - It's All In The Mind

Granted that in medicine there will always be a certain amount of rivalry, Upton finds it's going too far when his patients are pinched - not by another doctor, but by Mrs. Watt, the witch!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30pm (repeat)
The Wordsmiths At Gorsemere

The Wordsmiths At Gorsemere

Episode 1: William and Dorothy settle in their sublime cottage.

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On The Buses. Stan Butler (Reg Varney). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 3, Episode 8 - Radio Control

Blakey installs a two-way radio in Stan and Jack's cab, but should he believe all he hears?

CITV 5pm (repeat)
Horrible Science. Copyright: Toff Media

Horrible Science

Episode 10 - Vicious Veg

Flesh-eating plants and dancing flowers are featured in this week's show.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5pm
10 min
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 8 - The Brandenburg Gate, Germany

When Grandmaster Glitch takes the quadriga from the Brandenburg Gate, the Go Jetters must stop him before he reaches Grim HQ.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Our Man At Wembley

Episode 4: Eric Halliday's secret has been discovered by his arch-rival. Can he avert disaster?

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:20pm (repeat)
George & Mildred. Image shows from L to R: Mildred Roper (Yootha Joyce), George Roper (Brian Murphy). Copyright: Thames Television

George & Mildred

Series 2, Episode 2 - All Around The Clock

George hasn't been allowed to forget his wedding anniversary, and buys Mildred a carriage clock. Meanwhile, the Fourmiles return from a 'winter holiday' to find their house burgled.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:20pm (repeat)
Gigglebiz. Justin Fletcher. Copyright: BBC

Gigglebiz

Series 2, Episode 12

Food expert Dina Lady makes the perfect club sandwich, hapless fisherman Rod enjoys another unproductive day at the riverbank and unlikely health guru Keith Fit reveals the secret of great goalkeeping.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Gloomsbury. Image shows from L to R: Henry Mickleton (Jonathan Coy), Vera Sackcloth-Vest (Miriam Margolyes), DH Lollipop (John Sessions), Lionel Fox (Nigel Planer), Venus Traduces (Morwenna Banks), Ginny Fox (Alison Steadman). Copyright: Little Brother Productions

Gloomsbury

Series 2, Episode 1 - Anarchy Looms Over Staplehurst

Talk of a general strike is in the air as Lionel and Ginny Fox pay a visit to Sizzlinghurst Castle to see Vera Sackcloth-Vest and Henry Mickleton.

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (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 6, Episode 1 - Robbery With Violence

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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 11, Episode 2 - Labour Pains

Ben is tempted to join management, and Susan and Janey find themselves competing for the same monkey when a TV opportunity arises.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:25pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 3, Episode 2 - The Coconut

The Farmer returns from the fair triumphant after winning a coconut. He soon discovers getting into the coconut isn't as easy as it seems. Shaun and Bitzer take on the challenge and try every trick in the book, but it proves a tough nut to crack.

Radio 4 6:30pm (repeat)
Gloomsbury. Image shows from L to R: Henry Mickleton (Jonathan Coy), Vera Sackcloth-Vest (Miriam Margolyes), DH Lollipop (John Sessions), Lionel Fox (Nigel Planer), Venus Traduces (Morwenna Banks), Ginny Fox (Alison Steadman). Copyright: Little Brother Productions

Gloomsbury

Series 2, Episode 2 - Desperate For A Thumbs-Up

Ginny Fox and DH Lollipop desperately seek literary acclamation for their latest manuscripts, little realising that their greatest critic is Mrs Gosling and her box of matches.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 6:30pm (repeat)
Radio

That Reminds Me

Series 2, Episode 6 - Dora Bryan

Factually comedic series in which celebrities - mostly comics - share tales and reminisce.

U&Drama channel logo 6:40pm (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 27, Episode 4 - The Genuine Outdoors Robin Hood Barbi

Billy takes the boys out for a barbecue in the "real" outdoors ... if only he could light the fire.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:40pm (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 2, Episode 4 - Mother Earth

Beth's concern for animal welfare has far-reaching consequences for Winterdown Farm. Marlene's pursuit of a more holistic way of life proves to be crunch time for Boycie and something of an eye opener for Beth.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
Round The Horne. Image shows left to right: Kenneth Williams, Hugh Paddick, Betty Marsden, Kenneth Horne, June Ellis. Credit: BBC

Round The Horne

Episode 3.8: Kenneth Horne is all at sea, plus homeopathic practitioners Julian and Sandy offer bona remedies.

U&Drama channel logo 7:20pm (repeat)
Goodnight Sweetheart. Image shows from L to R: Yvonne Sparrow (Emma Amos), Gary Sparrow (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Phoebe Sparrow (Elizabeth Carling). Copyright: Alomo Productions / BBC

Goodnight Sweetheart

Series 4, Episode 8 - Come Fly With Me

Gary and Phoebe's wedding is drawing near. Can Gary cope with two stag nights, 54 years apart?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 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 10

Hyacinth wants to share her hostessing techniques and has placed an advertisement in the local newspaper promoting her high quality services.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Episode 5 - Sons of the Fathers

Clearing out the cellar - Audrey finds more than she'd bargained for.

Radio 4 7:45pm (repeat)
Frances Tomelty

How Does That Make You Feel?

Series 6, Episode 2

Tony is still no wiser as to why his jokes fail to go down well with the ladies.

London Live 8pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 2, Episode 1 - The Treatment

Desmond is hospitalised with a mystery illness, provoking Shirley to worry that he'll want to return to Guyana.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Alice Tinker (Emma Chambers), Hugo Horton (James Fleet). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 2, Episode 2 - Celebrity Vicar

Following the success of Radio Dibley, the Vicar finds herself becoming somewhat of a minor celebrity, appearing across radio, TV, newspapers and even glossy magazines. It soon appears that Geraldine is neglecting her parish in pursuit of arrogant fame - is it time for her to leave Dibley?

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8pm (repeat)
Doc Martin. Dr Martin Ellingham (Martin Clunes). Copyright: Buffalo Pictures / Homerun Productions

Doc Martin

Series 4, Episode 2 - Uneasy Lies The Head

Martin struggles to deal with Louisa's news. But Louisa is adamant she does not want Martin involved.

The Africa Channel 8pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 6, Episode 8 - Judgement Day

A funky American preacher sues Desmond for a distressing haircut.

London Live 8:30pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 2, Episode 2 - 'Old De Front Page

News breaks in the barbershop when Desmond and the regulars find themselves held hostage by a couple of young, gun-wielding thugs.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Alice Tinker (Emma Chambers), Hugo Horton (James Fleet). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 2, Episode 3 - Love And Marriage

Love is definitely in the air. Alice and Hugo's marriage is now just days away, and as long as her mum can have the dress knitted in time, the eccentric event will be something for the whole village to remember. There's also a visitor in the village, David's younger brother Simon...

London Live 9pm (repeat)
Green Wing. Image shows from L to R: Guy Secretan (Stephen Mangan), Martin Dear (Karl Theobald), Mac Macartney (Julian Rhind-Tutt). Copyright: Talkback Productions

Green Wing

Series 1, Episode 2 - Rumours

After spending the night at Guy's flat, Caroline finds herself subject to rumours that she had sex with him. Statham tries to get his white coat to flow more, Mac finds out that his ex-girlfriend Holly is getting married, and Martin has problems with the cleaners moving his yoghurt.

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm (repeat)
The Inbetweeners 2. Image shows from L to R: Jay Cartwright (James Buckley), Will MacKenzie (Simon Bird), Simon Cooper (Joe Thomas), Neil Sutherland (Blake Harrison). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners 2

Comedy sequel to smash-hit 2011 film The Inbetweeners Movie. Will, Simon, Jay and Neil head off on an Australian road trip.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
You, Me And The Apocalypse. Image shows from L to R: Paula (Pauline Quirke), Jamie (Mathew Baynton), Father Jude (Rob Lowe), Ariel (Mathew Baynton). Copyright: Working Title Films / Bigballs Films

You, Me And The Apocalypse

Episode 7

14 days to go. The end of the world is nigh. Scotty is forced to choose between sister Rhonda and Operation Saviour when he spots a crucial error in the plan to save the world.

Comedy Central Extra 9pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Al Murray. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 4, Episode 2 - Al Murray, Shappi Khorsandi and Russell Kane

Al Murray introduces comedy from Shappi Khorsandi and Russell Kane.

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

QI

Series L, Episode 15 - Long Lost

With Jimmy Carr, Claudia O'Doherty and Suggs.

U&Drama channel logo 9:20pm (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 8, Episode 2 - The Essex Patient

Tracey's enthusiasm for the cleaning business is not shared by Sharon, who is feeling distinctly under the weather.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Lee (Lee Mack), Tim (Tim Vine). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 3, Episode 3 - Amy

Over-excited by the appearance of a lesbian couple in their building, Lee and Tim ask them over for dinner, little realising that their adolescent attempt to get their jollies will backfire when Lucy discovers a side to herself that she never knew existed.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
Miranda. Image shows from L to R: Penny (Patricia Hodge), Stevie (Sarah Hadland), Miranda (Miranda Hart), Tilly (Sally Phillips), Gary (Tom Ellis). Copyright: BBC

Miranda

Series 3, Episode 6 - A Brief Encounter

A fed-up Miranda makes a big life decision - she's going travelling. Stevie is devastated but Penny's too preoccupied to notice. Only Gary can stop her - but will he?

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
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 13, Episode 5

Jimmy Carr once again oversees the disputes and deliberations on the topical events that set the nation's chins wagging as Jon Richardson and Sean Lock are joined by guests Nick Helm, Kate Humble, David O'Doherty and Claudia Winkleman.

Comedy Central 10pm (repeat)
Russell Howard Live: Dingledodies. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard Live: Dingledodies

A TV broadcast of Russell Howard's 2008 stand-up tour.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (repeat)
Bad Robots. Copyright: Objective Productions

Bad Robots

Series 1, Episode 3

Holiday-makers in Cardiff face a tourist information machine that's full of nonsense facts, commuters keen to get across town are driven nuts trying to order a taxi with Cab B.O.T, and the Construct-a-Bear machine gets saucy in Brighton.

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 14, Episode 3

Dara, Hugh and Andy are joined by James Acaster, Ed Byrne, Gary Delaney and Sara Pascoe.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
60 min
Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled. Image shows from L to R: Justin Moorhouse, Aisling Bea, Alan Davies, Vic Reeves, Jo Enright. Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled

Series 3, Episode 3

Alan is joined by Aisling Bea, Justin Moorhouse, Jo Enright and Jim Moir (Vic Reeves) to discuss such varied subjects as living without central heating, performing stand-up at weddings and mansions, stories of stealing, befriending old men, Jim's working with pigs experiences and being star-struck.

Radio 2 logo 10pm
30 min
Barbara Nice. Barbara Nice (Janice Connolly). Copyright: BBC

Barbara Nice

Episode 0 - Pilot

When a homeless Spanish busker needs some help, Barbara sees it as the perfect opportunity to do some good and stir things up home... A little more than she expected.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Gloomsbury. Image shows from L to R: Henry Mickleton (Jonathan Coy), Vera Sackcloth-Vest (Miriam Margolyes), DH Lollipop (John Sessions), Lionel Fox (Nigel Planer), Venus Traduces (Morwenna Banks), Ginny Fox (Alison Steadman). Copyright: Little Brother Productions

Gloomsbury

Series 2, Episode 1 - Anarchy Looms Over Staplehurst

Talk of a general strike is in the air as Lionel and Ginny Fox pay a visit to Sizzlinghurst Castle to see Vera Sackcloth-Vest and Henry Mickleton.

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Celebrity Juice

Series 12, Episode 1

Keith, Holly and Fearne return for another series of ludicrous games, outrageous smut and unbelievable celebrity humiliation. Alex Brooker, Tess Daly, Jack P. Shepherd and TOWIE's Arg are the guests.

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30 min
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Catastrophe

Series 2, Episode 4

As Rob and Sharon celebrate what is a tainted wedding anniversary, Fran and Chris are sadly drifting further apart.

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Bad Robots

Series 1, Episode 4

B.O.T enforces strict security protocols on clients trying to enter TezCorp HQ.

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Susan Calman

Listomania

Episode 4

The guests are stand-up comics Richard Herring, Lucy Beaumont, Alun Cochrane and Nat Luurtsema.

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Don't Start

Series 2, Episode 2 - The Toenail

Frank's attempts at recycling strike Kim as an unhealthy obsession with death.

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Gimme Gimme Gimme. Image shows from L to R: Linda (Kathy Burke), Tom (James Dreyfus). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Gimme Gimme Gimme

Series 2, Episode 5 - Glad To Be Gay?

Having picked up the most gormless, clingy hanger-on imaginable during a drunken night in a club with Linda, Tom's horrified by what he wakes up to. Linda, however, has an even bigger shock to come. Has she peered through the purple curtains?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:45pm (repeat)
Richie Webb

The Music Teacher

Series 2, Episode 4

Nigel's attempts to field calls from a dating agency while teaching do not go quite as planned. Meanwhile, Belinda is attempting to track down the elusive arts centre cleaner, who has taken refuge in Nigel's room.

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50 min version
(repeat)
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8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 13, Episode 6

Micky Flanagan, Hari Kondabolu, Tess Daly and Krishnan Guru-Murthy join Jimmy Carr and team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson to delve into the world of polls.

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QI

Series B, Episode 9 - Bats

With Josie Lawrence, John Sessions and Rich Hall.

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30 min
Liam Williams - Ladhood

Liam Williams - Ladhood

Series 1, Episode 2 - The First Time

Misanthropic comedian Liam Williams tells of his teenage misadventures in the Yorkshire suburbs through evocative monologues and flashback scenes.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
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Alice's Wunderland

Series 2, Episode 2

Wunderland is awarded the prestigious by-the-sea status.

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Birds Of A Feather

Series 4, Episode 11 - The Front

Publish and be damned? Dorien gets worried when her life story looks as if it might get into print. Sharon and Tracey are bullied into being the "front" for their naughty neighbour's confessions.

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Gimme Gimme Gimme. Image shows from L to R: Linda (Kathy Burke), Tom (James Dreyfus). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Gimme Gimme Gimme

Series 2, Episode 6 - Sofa Man

A job on a TV advert leads Tom to charismatic star Rick Cheesecloth, whilst Linda's new food manufacturing line job places her beside the dashing Ron. As Rick spends gradually ever-more time at Tom and Linda's, it looks like he'll ask Tom to move in with him - is this the end of the flatmates for good?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
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The Sofa Of Time

Episode 4 - Captain Chapel And The Crabs

Milford sets out to rescue the Crab Prince.

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(repeat)
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QI

Series I, Episode 4 - Indecision

With Jimmy Carr, Rich Hall and Phill Jupitus.

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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.

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French And Saunders. Image shows from L to R: Dawn French, Jennifer Saunders

French And Saunders

Series 4, Episode 2

Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders pay comic homage to The Silence of the Lambs and give a preview of a new blockbusting Jackie Collins mini-series Lucky Bitches.

London Live 12:30am (repeat)
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Adventures Of A Private Eye

While his boss is away, assistant private eye Bob West helps a woman who is being blackmailed with some compromising photographs.

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

That Reminds Me

Series 2, Episode 6 - Dora Bryan

Factually comedic series in which celebrities - mostly comics - share tales and reminisce.

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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 6, Episode 6

Host Dara O'Briain is joined by regulars Frankie Boyle, Hugh Dennis, Russell Howard and Andy Parsons with guests David Mitchell and Adam Hills.

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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 8, Episode 2 - The Essex Patient

Tracey's enthusiasm for the cleaning business is not shared by Sharon, who is feeling distinctly under the weather.

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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 1 - The Grand Design

It's only been 3 days since Jim found himself elevated to Downing Street, and already the strains of the job are beginning to set in. When is the point of 'last resort' for the ultimate deterrent? Should there even be one? Could the re-introduction of conscription solve unemployment? And how will he get some lunch?

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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 6, Episode 7

Host Dara O'Briain is joined by regulars Hugh Dennis, Frankie Boyle, Andy Parsons and Russell Howard. With guests David Mitchell and Lucy Porter.

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Gimme Gimme Gimme. Image shows from L to R: Linda (Kathy Burke), Tom (James Dreyfus). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Gimme Gimme Gimme

Series 2, Episode 5 - Glad To Be Gay?

Having picked up the most gormless, clingy hanger-on imaginable during a drunken night in a club with Linda, Tom's horrified by what he wakes up to. Linda, however, has an even bigger shock to come. Has she peered through the purple curtains?

Comedy Central Extra 2am (repeat)
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Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 2, Episode 11

Greg Burns on the London riots, Marlon Davis has a round face, Roisin Conaty doesn't like internet dating and Elis James isn't very manly.

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QI. Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series A, Episode 5 - Advertising

With Rob Brydon, Gyles Brandreth and Rich Hall.

ITV Encore 2:10am (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.

ITV Encore 2:15am (repeat)
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Kingdom

Series 2, Episode 2

Pressure is mounting on Peter as he is forced to hide his fugitive brother, Simon - but how long can he keep Simon's reappearance a secret? Meanwhile, Peter becomes involved when a doting daughter accuses her seriously ill father's nurse of being more interested in his money than his well-being - but is all as it seems? And Lyle is forced to bare all to resolve a dispute between the local naturist community and a group of objecting residents.

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Tommy Cooper

Episode 7

Tommy Cooper presents his own show, with sketches and special guests. This week, he is assisted by Vincent Price.

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Gimme Gimme Gimme. Image shows from L to R: Linda (Kathy Burke), Tom (James Dreyfus). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Gimme Gimme Gimme

Series 2, Episode 6 - Sofa Man

A job on a TV advert leads Tom to charismatic star Rick Cheesecloth, whilst Linda's new food manufacturing line job places her beside the dashing Ron. As Rick spends gradually ever-more time at Tom and Linda's, it looks like he'll ask Tom to move in with him - is this the end of the flatmates for good?

U&Dave channel logo 2:40am (repeat)
QI. Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series A, Episode 4 - Atoms

With Jo Brand, Howard Goodall and Jeremy Hardy.

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French And Saunders. Image shows from L to R: Dawn French, Jennifer Saunders

French And Saunders

Series 4, Episode 2

Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders pay comic homage to The Silence of the Lambs and give a preview of a new blockbusting Jackie Collins mini-series Lucky Bitches.

ITV Encore 3:05am (repeat)
Kingdom. Peter Kingdom (Stephen Fry). Copyright: Sprout Pictures / Parallel Film & Television Productions

Kingdom

Series 2, Episode 1

There's still no word from Peter's missing brother Simon so Peter happily takes on the role of surrogate father to Daniel. The Women's Institute calls for Peter's help in a bid to save the local lighthouse. Sidney Snell and pub landlord Ted are practising for their annual horn dance, but there is an accident during the rehearsal. Lyle and Peter get caught up in a burger war. Honor develops a soft spot for Lyle of which he is totally unaware. Beatrice is becoming increasingly volatile.

Comedy Central Extra 3:25am (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.

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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 1 - The Grand Design

It's only been 3 days since Jim found himself elevated to Downing Street, and already the strains of the job are beginning to set in. When is the point of 'last resort' for the ultimate deterrent? Should there even be one? Could the re-introduction of conscription solve unemployment? And how will he get some lunch?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4am (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

The Motion Show

Episode 2.1: Graeme Garden hosts the comic debating show. Jenny Eclair, Simon Fanshawe, Steve Punt and guest meet in a battle of words and wit.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30am (repeat)
The Wordsmiths At Gorsemere

The Wordsmiths At Gorsemere

Episode 1: William and Dorothy settle in their sublime cottage.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Our Man At Wembley

Episode 4: Eric Halliday's secret has been discovered by his arch-rival. Can he avert disaster?

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BBC Radio Wales. Copyright: BBC

Diabetes Type 2, Slaymaker Nil

Stand-up from Gary Slaymaker on diabetes.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
Gloomsbury. Image shows from L to R: Henry Mickleton (Jonathan Coy), Vera Sackcloth-Vest (Miriam Margolyes), DH Lollipop (John Sessions), Lionel Fox (Nigel Planer), Venus Traduces (Morwenna Banks), Ginny Fox (Alison Steadman). Copyright: Little Brother Productions

Gloomsbury

Series 2, Episode 1 - Anarchy Looms Over Staplehurst

Talk of a general strike is in the air as Lionel and Ginny Fox pay a visit to Sizzlinghurst Castle to see Vera Sackcloth-Vest and Henry Mickleton.

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