British Comedy Guide

Schedule Wednesday 6th January 2016

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6:10am (repeat)
Man About The House. Image shows from L to R: Chrissy Plummer (Paula Wilcox), Robin Tripp (Richard O'Sullivan), Jo (Sally Thomsett). Copyright: Thames Television

Man About The House

Series 1, Episode 2 - And Mother Makes Four

Chrissy's mother is due for her twice-yearly visit, but she's such a worrier about her daughter living in London, there's no way she'll understand having a man in the flat. Robin'll just have to stay out.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 6:45am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 4, Episode 7 - A Star Is Gorn

When a rock star fakes his own death, Arthur finds himself in possession of a valuable master tape that has every chance of becoming a 'posthumous' hit.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7am (repeat)
Harry Hill's TV Burp. Harry Hill. Copyright: Avalon Television

Harry Hill's TV Burp

Series 9, Episode 2

This week's episode featured Simon the tree on Autumnwatch, the prize on The Gadget Show and the introduction of the Knitted Character competition. Where has the Knitted Character been this week?

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 7am (repeat)
CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7am (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)
The Brothers

The Brothers

Episode 2.2: The two dysfunctional siblings Nigel and Michael win an award.

Talking Pictures TV 7:20am (repeat)
Home Sweet Home. Image shows left to right: Frank Randle (Frank Randle), Col. Wright (H.F. Maltby)

Home Sweet Home

Jacqueline falls for Eric but his parents veto the romance.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:25am (repeat)
Sorry!. Timothy Lumsden (Ronnie Corbett). Copyright: BBC

Sorry!

Series 1, Episode 2 - Buttons

Tim's stuck playing the rear end of a pantomime horse, whilst his friend, director Zac, asks him to entertain one of his girlfriends, Vanessa, for the evening.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 7:30am (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
It's Jocelyn. Jocelyn Jee Esien. Copyright: BBC

It's Jocelyn

Series 1, Episode 1

Jocelyn Jee Esien presents new characters including the Overly Dramatic Family, a pair of terrible African Drummers and a bad-tempered couple who run a takeaway business.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:55am (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Series 1, Episode 3 - The Copper Kettle

Lionel takes Jean for a day out in the Buckinghamshire countryside just as they did when they first met, in an attempt to rekindle something of their long-lost romance. However, his hope of locating a particular restaurant named The Copper Kettle hits a few snags.

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

Desmond's

Series 4, Episode 4 - Lee's Journey

Lee goes to Liverpool in search of his mother, unaware that she's already come to London to look for him.

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

Monarch Of The Glen

Series 6, Episode 3

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

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
The Navy Lark. Copyright: BBC

The Navy Lark

Series 5, Episode 4 - Whittlesea Regatta

Classic radio sitcom about life aboard a British Royal Navy frigate.

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

Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Episode 3 - Jumpy

Wussywat discovers a frog in the garden and learns how to jump, although he can't jump as far as Oggy and Duckadile.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:30am (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 1, Episode 3

Hyacinth looks forward to soaking up a little culture at her favourite stately home, but first feels she must visit Daddy. Unfortunately, this week he thinks he's Captain Midnight!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Series 7, Episode 8

Fifth Division football, and Professor Prune goes on a Victorian adventure.

Radio 4 9am
30 min
Radio 4

Behaving Ourselves: David Mitchell On Manners

Episode 3 - Looking At Your Phone

David Mitchell's inquiry into the state of modern manners leads him to an assertiveness class. Should he always say sorry? And Sherry Turkle discusses the death of conversation.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:10am (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 18th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
Beachcomber... By The Way

Beachcomber... By The Way

Series 2, Episode 2

Humourous tales based on J. B. Morton's popular and whimsical Daily Express column, By The Way.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 3 - Round And Round

The Twirlywoos are in a park where they watch a little girl and her dad playing on a roundabout. Back in the boat, the Twirlywoos are visited by the Stop-Go Car, who they chase round and round in circles.

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

Desmond's

Series 4, Episode 9 - Can't Buy Me Love

In a desperate bid to improve his social standing, Michael falls for glamorous nightclub owner Rochelle Jackson.

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

Desmond's

Series 4, Episode 10 - Art Attack

Gloria falls head-over-heels in love with an artist. Never one to miss an opportunity, Desmond falls heavily in lust with art.

CITV 10:50am (repeat)
Sooty. Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 6 - Poorly Soo

Soo has had an accident on her roller-skates and needs to stay in bed. Luckily Sooty and Sweep are on hand to bake her a cake - but they only have eggshells and pepper! Can Richard come to the rescue?

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11am (repeat)
Carry On Dick. Richard 'Big Dick' Turpin / Reverend Flasher (Sid James). Copyright: Peter Rogers Productions

Carry On Dick

Sid James and Barbara Windsor go out in style in their last Carry On film, based on the legend of Dick Turpin.

CITV 11:05am (repeat)
Sooty. Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 7 - The Souvenir Stall

The gang are opening a souvenir pottery stall at the park - but all the pottery gets smashed. Sooty tries to make some more with fresh clay but things don't quite go to plan.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:10am (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Brigitte McKay (Daisy Donovan), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 1, Episode 5 - A Farewell To Alarms

When Susan worries about the rising crime rate, she insists that the family get a new alarm system - much to Ben's annoyance.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:15am (repeat)
Lesley Sharp

Have Your Cake

Episode 3 - Fairy Cakes

Maggie's daughter Leanne returns home from art school, vowing never to return. Can her heavily pregnant sister, Sabina's eccentric mother and a batch of fairy cakes change her mind?

CITV 11:25am (repeat)
Bottom Knocker Street. Image shows from L to R: Councillor Cowdrey (Phill Jupitus), Colin Cowdrey (Tim Bruce), Dinga (Connor Cheeseman), Bo (Alanna Smith), Lulu (Ellie Ruiz). Copyright: Fubuloo

Bottom Knocker Street

Episode 3 - Magpie Thief

A spate of magpie disappearances leads the kids to test their investigative skills.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:50am (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Brigitte McKay (Daisy Donovan), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 1, Episode 6 - Death Takes A Policy

Ben insults Mrs Dudley, yet another of his disgruntled patients, at his surgery and also chats to Father Connolly about death.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 12pm (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
The Navy Lark. Copyright: BBC

The Navy Lark

Series 5, Episode 4 - Whittlesea Regatta

Classic radio sitcom about life aboard a British Royal Navy frigate.

CITV 12:15pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 29 - The Lift

The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean.

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 1, Episode 3 - The Country Wife

Boycie's 'bargain' purchase - Rocky the bull - arrives and much to Marlene's annoyance begins to make the place look untidy. Marlene sends Boycie out Blackberry picking - and while he's out he makes a new enemy.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 12:30pm (repeat)
CITV 12:30pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 21 - Bean Phone

Mr Bean wants a smart phone but they are too expensive - especially when you can build your own!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Series 7, Episode 8

Fifth Division football, and Professor Prune goes on a Victorian adventure.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 12:50pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 4, Episode 7 - A Star Is Gorn

When a rock star fakes his own death, Arthur finds himself in possession of a valuable master tape that has every chance of becoming a 'posthumous' hit.

U&Drama channel logo 1pm (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 29, Episode 11 - Get Out Of That, Then

A heavily-chained Lenny is convinced he has a future in showbusiness as an escapologist, but his sidekick Cliff isn't so enthusiastic.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:10pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Edmund, Duke of Edinburgh (Rowan Atkinson). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

The Black Adder, Episode 3 - The Archbishop

When the King's top assassin 'accidentally' kills the Archbishop of Canterbury, Edmund finds himself appointed to the newly vacated role. He quickly learns where his best allegiances lie...

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

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 3 - Round And Round

The Twirlywoos are in a park where they watch a little girl and her dad playing on a roundabout. Back in the boat, the Twirlywoos are visited by the Stop-Go Car, who they chase round and round in circles.

U&Drama channel logo 1:40pm (repeat)
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph), Tracey Stubbs (Linda Robson). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

Series 7, Episode 3 - Cheers

Darryl and Chris are finally released; whilst Chris is immediately run over, Darryl is left unamused by the changes in Sharon's life. And after a night out with the boys, she's distraught to find a massive wadge of cash in his pocket...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:55pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Infanta Maria Escalosa of Spain (Miriam Margolyes). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

The Black Adder, Episode 4 - The Queen Of Spain's Beard

In need of more land and alliances across Europe, the King arranges a speedy marriage between the Spanish Infanta, Maria, and Edmund. However, whilst she appears besotted with her betrothed, the Duke of Edinburgh is horrified and resolves to get out of the ceremony any way he can.

London Live 2pm (repeat)
Spare A Copper. George (George Formby). Copyright: STUDIOCANAL

Spare A Copper

War comedy starring George Formby.

U&Drama channel logo 2:20pm (repeat)
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph), Tracey Stubbs (Linda Robson). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

Series 7, Episode 4 - Relative Strangers

After discovering his wife's most recent affair, Marcus throws Dorien out and begins divorce proceedings. She's desperate to get hold of the evidence and enlists Sharon and Tracey's help - at least that way she might get a decent settlement. But there are far more surprises in store...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:40pm (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Series 1, Episode 3 - The Copper Kettle

Lionel takes Jean for a day out in the Buckinghamshire countryside just as they did when they first met, in an attempt to rekindle something of their long-lost romance. However, his hope of locating a particular restaurant named The Copper Kettle hits a few snags.

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

Shaun The Sheep

Series 1, Episode 14 - Fleeced

It's time for a haircut for Shaun and his pals, but is the Farmer really the right man for the job? Not after his first attempt!

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

Monarch Of The Glen

Series 6, Episode 3

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

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 1, Episode 3

Hyacinth looks forward to soaking up a little culture at her favourite stately home, but first feels she must visit Daddy. Unfortunately, this week he thinks he's Captain Midnight!

Talking Pictures TV 3:40pm (repeat)
Talking Pictures TV

Southern Roses

A musical comedy of false identities, involving four naval officers, a cabaret dancer, a society beauty and a wealthy paint manufacturer.

London Live 3:45pm (repeat)
Sailors Three. Image shows from L to R: Tommy Taylor (Tommy Trinder), Johnny (Michael Wilding), Llewellyn 'Admiral' (Claude Hulbert). Copyright: STUDIOCANAL

Sailors Three

In the depths of the Second World War, three friends from HMS Ferocious find themselves stuck on board a German destroyer.

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 18th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

CITV 4pm
15 min
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 29 - The Lift

The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean.

CITV 4:15pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 27 - Muscle Bean

Mr Bean needs to impress Irma, who is infatuated with the hunky deliveryman. Bean tries to improve his physique at the gym, but has little success. Instead he opts for an inflatable muscle suit.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:20pm (repeat)
Man About The House. Image shows from L to R: Chrissy Plummer (Paula Wilcox), Robin Tripp (Richard O'Sullivan), Jo (Sally Thomsett). Copyright: Thames Television

Man About The House

Series 1, Episode 3 - Some Enchanted Evening

Jo's been seeing a very nice young man - too nice, in fact, and she's worried she's no longer attractive as he's not yet made a move on her. Chrissy decides that Robin cooking them a romantic meal is the best step forward.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30pm (repeat)
Beachcomber... By The Way

Beachcomber... By The Way

Series 2, Episode 2

Humourous tales based on J. B. Morton's popular and whimsical Daily Express column, By The Way.

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

Rising Damp

Series 1, Episode 2 - A Night Out

For Miss Jones's birthday, Rigsby makes a rare visit to his wallet in taking the four of them out to a posh local dining establishment, The Grange.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 4:50pm
At-Issue

At-Issue

10 minute short film by stop-motion animator Drew Roper.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 5pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 4, Episode 7 - A Star Is Gorn

When a rock star fakes his own death, Arthur finds himself in possession of a valuable master tape that has every chance of becoming a 'posthumous' hit.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
The Brothers

The Brothers

Episode 2.2: The two dysfunctional siblings Nigel and Michael win an award.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:20pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Inspector Blake (Stephen Lewis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 5, Episode 14 - A Thin Time

Arthur is attracted to Beryl, the clippie on his regular bus. And Beryl has only two requirements in men - those with a fondness for athletics and those with a good head of hair!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
It's Jocelyn. Jocelyn Jee Esien. Copyright: BBC

It's Jocelyn

Series 1, Episode 1

Jocelyn Jee Esien presents new characters including the Overly Dramatic Family, a pair of terrible African Drummers and a bad-tempered couple who run a takeaway business.

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

My Family

Series 1, Episode 5 - A Farewell To Alarms

When Susan worries about the rising crime rate, she insists that the family get a new alarm system - much to Ben's annoyance.

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Image shows from L to R: Audrey fforbes-Hamilton (Penelope Keith), Richard DeVere (Peter Bowles), Mrs. Polouvicka (Daphne Heard). Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Series 3, Episode 6

Richard faces a coup in the boardroom. Alarmed at the prospect of another new owner at Grantleigh, Audrey steps in to lend a hand.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
It's Jocelyn. Jocelyn Jee Esien. Copyright: BBC

It's Jocelyn

Series 1, Episode 2

Characters include Dionne Button MP, a power-hungry traffic warden and a bad-tempered couple running a takeaway.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:40pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Brigitte McKay (Daisy Donovan), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 1, Episode 6 - Death Takes A Policy

Ben insults Mrs Dudley, yet another of his disgruntled patients, at his surgery and also chats to Father Connolly about death.

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 29, Episode 11 - Get Out Of That, Then

A heavily-chained Lenny is convinced he has a future in showbusiness as an escapologist, but his sidekick Cliff isn't so enthusiastic.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:50pm (repeat)
The Joke Machine. Joke Master (Jarred Christmas). Copyright: Liberty Bell

The Joke Machine

Episode 3

This episode's jokers are St James against Spring Hill.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
The Navy Lark. Copyright: BBC

The Navy Lark

Series 5, Episode 4 - Whittlesea Regatta

Classic radio sitcom about life aboard a British Royal Navy frigate.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20pm (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 1, Episode 3 - The Country Wife

Boycie's 'bargain' purchase - Rocky the bull - arrives and much to Marlene's annoyance begins to make the place look untidy. Marlene sends Boycie out Blackberry picking - and while he's out he makes a new enemy.

U&Drama channel logo 7:20pm (repeat)
Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?. Image shows from L to R: Terry Collier (James Bolam), Bob Ferris (Rodney Bewes). Copyright: BBC

Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?

Series 1, Episode 3 - Cold Feet

With his impending marriage approaching, Bob is having doubts. All his friends seem to be getting divorced and his relationship with Thelma has been up-and-down. Deep down he knows she is the right girl for him but Terry is hardly giving him the encouragement he craves.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Series 7, Episode 8

Fifth Division football, and Professor Prune goes on a Victorian adventure.

BBC Four 7:30pm (repeat)
Sorry!. Timothy Lumsden (Ronnie Corbett). Copyright: BBC

Sorry!

Series 1, Episode 3 - The Godfather

Timothy's due to spend some time with his godson Gavin after some argy-bargy with the striking dustbinmen. This creates the perfect opportunity to offer some advice about school bullying.

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

Desmond's

Series 4, Episode 10 - Art Attack

Gloria falls head-over-heels in love with an artist. Never one to miss an opportunity, Desmond falls heavily in lust with art.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Edmund, Duke of Edinburgh (Rowan Atkinson). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

The Black Adder, Episode 3 - The Archbishop

When the King's top assassin 'accidentally' kills the Archbishop of Canterbury, Edmund finds himself appointed to the newly vacated role. He quickly learns where his best allegiances lie...

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

Desmond's

Series 4, Episode 11 - Go With The Flo

Matthew's forceful sister Florence arrives from Africa to fetch him home. For good. Matthew is less than thrilled.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:45pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Infanta Maria Escalosa of Spain (Miriam Margolyes). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

The Black Adder, Episode 4 - The Queen Of Spain's Beard

In need of more land and alliances across Europe, the King arranges a speedy marriage between the Spanish Infanta, Maria, and Edmund. However, whilst she appears besotted with her betrothed, the Duke of Edinburgh is horrified and resolves to get out of the ceremony any way he can.

London Live 9pm (repeat)
Black Books. Image shows from L to R: Bernard Black (Dylan Moran), Manny Bianco (Bill Bailey), Fran Katzenjammer (Tamsin Greig). Copyright: Assembly Film And Television

Black Books

Series 2, Episode 1 - The Entertainer

Fran has a new hobby and Bernard has a date. Manny holds the key to success with both.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm (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 18, Episode 1

Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson and Sean Lock are joined by guests Jack Dee, Rob Beckett, Radio 1 DJ Gemma Cairney and Made In Chelsea's Jamie Laing.

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 4 - Indecision

With Jimmy Carr, Rich Hall and Phill Jupitus.

BBC Three 9pm (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.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:15pm (repeat)
Lesley Sharp

Have Your Cake

Episode 3 - Fairy Cakes

Maggie's daughter Leanne returns home from art school, vowing never to return. Can her heavily pregnant sister, Sabina's eccentric mother and a batch of fairy cakes change her mind?

London Live 9:30pm (repeat)
Black Books. Image shows from L to R: Bernard Black (Dylan Moran), Manny Bianco (Bill Bailey), Fran Katzenjammer (Tamsin Greig). Copyright: Assembly Film And Television

Black Books

Series 2, Episode 4 - Blood

Bernard and Manny transform the shop. Bored Fran seeks out some unknown relatives.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:30pm (repeat)
The Catherine Tate Show. Catherine Tate

The Catherine Tate Show

Series 1, Episode 2

Margaret is scared several times, Bernie receives a written warning for breaking the photocopier and Nan mistakes Charles Bronson for Charles Manson.

BBC Three 9:30pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Stewart Francis, Simon Brodkin, Paul Chowdhry. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 8, Episode 4 - Lee Nelson, Stewart Francis, Paul Chowdhry

The 'well good' Lee Nelson introduces stand-up from the Hammersmith Apollo. He introduces sets from Stewart Francis and Paul Chowdhry.

Radio 4 9:30pm (repeat)
Radio 4

Behaving Ourselves: David Mitchell On Manners

Episode 3 - Looking At Your Phone

David Mitchell's inquiry into the state of modern manners leads him to an assertiveness class. Should he always say sorry? And Sherry Turkle discusses the death of conversation.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
Morecame and Wise

Morecambe & Wise: The Greatest Moment

Documentary and clip show in one, showcasing the best sketches from the inimitable Morecambe & Wise catalogue.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Jimmy Carr. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 2 (Channel 4: Series 3), Episode 1

Jimmy Carr Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by Rhod Gilbert and Kevin Bridges. Josie Long is in Dictionary Corner.

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

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 10, Episode 1

Russell looks at the NHS, Peppa Pig and the connection between gay sex and a bagel.

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

Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish

Series 1, Episode 3 - I Is Da Queen

Money is the root of all comedy as Dave considers our love of cash.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
It's Jocelyn. Jocelyn Jee Esien. Copyright: BBC

It's Jocelyn

Series 1, Episode 1

Jocelyn Jee Esien presents new characters including the Overly Dramatic Family, a pair of terrible African Drummers and a bad-tempered couple who run a takeaway business.

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

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 7, Episode 9

Russell Howard returns to pore through another week's weird and wild news stories and international media events.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Tom Wrigglesworth's Open Letters. Tom Wrigglesworth. Copyright: BBC

Tom Wrigglesworth's Open Letters

Series 2, Episode 1 - Insurance Industry

This week, Tom Wrigglesworth's letter is addressed to the insurance industry, as he asks why everything has to be so confusing.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 16, Episode 5

Sean and Jon are joined in their quest to uncover the public's most popular talking points by Alex Jones, Tinchy Stryder, David O'Doherty and Katherine Ryan.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain

Mock The Week

A selection of three episodes of the satirical panel game.

Radio 4 11pm
15 min
Don't Start. Image shows from L to R: Kim (Katherine Parkinson), Neil (Frank Skinner). Copyright: Avalon Television

Don't Start

Series 3, Episode 2 - The Bath

Cardamom scented candles, kumquats and a debate over the virtues of shared bathing compared to shared showering occupy Neil and Kim.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Beauty Of Britain. Beauty Olonga (Jocelyn Jee Esien). Copyright: BBC

Beauty Of Britain

Series 2, Episode 6 - Life In The UK

Beauty's visa to work in the UK is about to run out. Will she pass her citizenship test and be granted indefinite leave to remain, and will the handsome mature Ade be her saviour?

BBC One Scotland. Copyright: BBC 11:05pm (repeat)
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Mrs. Brown's Boys

Christmas 2015, New Year Special - Mammy's Widow's Memories

When a handsome stranger appears in Foley's Pub, everyone presumes he must be after Cathy. But the stranger reveals he only has eyes for one special woman: Agnes Brown herself. Will Agnes go on her first date in years? And if she does, who's in for the bigger surprise: Agnes Brown, or the stranger?

Radio 4 11:15pm (repeat)
Before They Were Famous

Before They Were Famous

Series 2, Episode 5

The spoof documentary that sheds light on the often surprising jobs done by the world's best-known writers.

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Monty Python: The Meaning Of Live

Documentary focusing on the live shows by Monty Python, featuring rare backstage footage and new interviews.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Beautiful Dreamers

Beautiful Dreamers

Episode 5 - The River Europe

Nat follows the endurance swimmer and world's fittest alcoholic Craig McKenzie's controversial attempt to complete the world's toughest swim.

BBC One Scotland. Copyright: BBC 11:45pm (repeat)
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Mrs. Brown's Boys

Christmas 2013, New Year Special - Who's A Pretty Mammy?

Agnes is determined that, despite his parents' wishes, grandson Bono will not be attending the infamous local primary. But she's also got her annual New Year's Eve party on her mind.

ITV Encore 12:05am (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.

London Live 12:20am (repeat)
Trigger Happy TV. Dom Joly

Trigger Happy TV

A selection of episodes from the second series of Dom Joly's hidden camera show.

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Birds Of A Feather

Series 7, Episode 3 - Cheers

Darryl and Chris are finally released; whilst Chris is immediately run over, Darryl is left unamused by the changes in Sharon's life. And after a night out with the boys, she's distraught to find a massive wadge of cash in his pocket...

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The Comic Strip Presents...

Series 2, Episode 3 - A Fistful Of Travellers' Cheques

Two students go to Spain to do the 'whole spaghetti western thing' and run into a series of disparate and desperate characters.

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Safeword

Series 1, Episode 4

Today's guests, boy band legend Five's Ritchie Neville and Geordie queen Vicky Pattison, get their social media accounts scrutinised by the team captains alongside comics Matt Richardson and Tom Craine.

U&Drama channel logo 1am (repeat)
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Birds Of A Feather

Series 7, Episode 4 - Relative Strangers

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QI

Series I, Episode 4 - Indecision

With Jimmy Carr, Rich Hall and Phill Jupitus.

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Not The Nine O'Clock News

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

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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 2 (Channel 4: Series 3), Episode 1

Jimmy Carr Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by Rhod Gilbert and Kevin Bridges. Josie Long is in Dictionary Corner.

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Minder

Series 4, Episode 8 - Willesden Suite

Terry's job as security for the local Rotary Club offers Arthur a chance to gain some much-needed respectability when he is invited to speak at a function.

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The Almost Impossible Gameshow

Series 1, Episode 1

The first episode of the game show in which 50 members of the public compete - with almost no chance of winning at all. Tonight's challenges include Tiny Bike, Dizzy Hurdle and Groin Croissant.

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The Catherine Tate Show

Series 1, Episode 2

Margaret is scared several times, Bernie receives a written warning for breaking the photocopier and Nan mistakes Charles Bronson for Charles Manson.

BBC Three 1:45am (repeat)
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Siblings

Series 2, Episode 1 - Kevin Rugby

When her doctor tells her she is dangerously unfit, Hannah begrudgingly starts to eat healthily and heads to the gym. Meanwhile, Dan has managed to get himself a cleaning job at Hannah's office.

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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?

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Monty Python: The Meaning Of Live

Documentary focusing on the live shows by Monty Python, featuring rare backstage footage and new interviews.

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Tommy Cooper

Episode 2

Tommy Cooper presents his own show, with sketches and special guests. Featuring Richard Briers.

London Live 3am (repeat)
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Misfits

Series 1, Episode 3

Alisha is having fun using and abusing her power, but she can't seem to get the one man she really wants - Curtis.

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The Comic Strip Presents...

Series 2, Episode 3 - A Fistful Of Travellers' Cheques

Two students go to Spain to do the 'whole spaghetti western thing' and run into a series of disparate and desperate characters.

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At-Issue

10 minute short film by stop-motion animator Drew Roper.

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Dirty Sexy Funny: Olivia Lee

A hidden camera prank show for Comedy Central starring Olivia Lee. Features stunts, scripted sketches and setups.

BBC Three 3:30am (repeat)
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Siblings

Series 2, Episode 1 - Kevin Rugby

When her doctor tells her she is dangerously unfit, Hannah begrudgingly starts to eat healthily and heads to the gym. Meanwhile, Dan has managed to get himself a cleaning job at Hannah's office.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:35am (repeat)
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Not The Nine O'Clock News

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

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30am (repeat)
Beachcomber... By The Way

Beachcomber... By The Way

Series 2, Episode 2

Humourous tales based on J. B. Morton's popular and whimsical Daily Express column, By The Way.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
The Brothers

The Brothers

Episode 2.2: The two dysfunctional siblings Nigel and Michael win an award.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
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It's Jocelyn

Series 1, Episode 1

Jocelyn Jee Esien presents new characters including the Overly Dramatic Family, a pair of terrible African Drummers and a bad-tempered couple who run a takeaway business.

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