British Comedy Guide

Schedule Thursday 28th January 2016

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (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 3, Episode 5 - Somebody Out There Likes Me

Flowers, and later a large box of chocolates, arrive for Chrissy, "from an admirer". She's uncomfortable with the unidentified attention and gives them to Mildred; George is more than a little bit jealous.

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

Minder

Series 6, Episode 2 - Life In The Fast Food Lane

Arthur gets into the car phone business, not realising he is dealing with a dodgy supplier. And Terry fancies a girl who tries to hide her rich family background.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7am (repeat)
Ever Decreasing Circles. Image shows from L to R: Ann Bryce (Penelope Wilton), Martin Bryce (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Ever Decreasing Circles

Series 4, Episode 1

Sensing Ann's tension, Paul helps Martin to let go of all the minutiae in his life by giving him and Ann a spot of therapy. The new Martin starts letting his friends down!

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)
Hazelbeach. Ronnie Hazelbeach (Jamie Foreman). Copyright: BBC

Hazelbeach

Series 1, Episode 5

Nick gets a job with a dominatrix and Ronnie buys an extraordinary number of sinks.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:20am (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 1, Episode 23 - Wash Day

When the farmer's clothesline gets used as a ride can the sheep rewash the clothes before the farmer returns?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:30am (repeat)
Sorry!. Timothy Lumsden (Ronnie Corbett). Copyright: BBC

Sorry!

Series 3, Episode 6 - The Big Sleep

Tim collapses and ends up in Casualty where he manages to muddle up his charts and convinces himself he's going to die. He records his last confession.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme. Image shows from L to R: Carrie Quinlan, Simon Kane, John Finnemore, Lawry Lewin, Margaret Cabourn-Smith. Copyright: BBC

John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme

Series 5, Episode 3

A look back at a career in accounting and an overrated experience, and Patsy Straightwoman returns with an interview sketch.

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

Desmond's

Series 5, Episode 7 - Love Match

Matthew is in love and wants to get married. Again.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8am (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 3, Episode 6 - Branching Out

Jean is opening another branch of the agency and Judith expects to be asked to manage it. Meanwhile, Lionel's somewhat lost with how to spend his days and the topic of his and Jean's romance arises once more.

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

A Star Is Born: Harold falls for his drama society's leading lady.

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

Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Episode 19 - Muddy

When Oggy loses his toy in the mud Wussywat helps him find it, making some muddy new ones in the process. Squidgetastic!

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8:30am (repeat)
The Darling Buds Of May. Pop Larkin (David Jason)

The Darling Buds Of May

Comedy drama series about H.E. Bates's eccentric Larkin family.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
Typewriter

The Small, Intricate Life Of Gerald C. Potter

Episode 5, The Dog: The author is alarmed to find a four-legged friend in his car.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40am (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 3, Episode 3 - Violet's Country Cottage

Hyacinth and Richard take over a country cottage for two days, with unexpected results.

U&Drama channel logo 9am (repeat)
The Indian Doctor. Dr. Prem Sharma (Sanjeev Bhaskar). Copyright: Rondo / Avatar

The Indian Doctor

Series 1, Episode 1 - The Arrival

The sleepy Welsh mining village of Trefelin is in for a shock. When the local doctor dies, his replacement isn't quite what people expect - Prem Sharma is the Indian doctor.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
Genius. Dave Gorman. Copyright: BBC

Genius

Series 2, Episode 5 - Sid Waddell

With Sid Waddell. Ideas include perforated bread, The Book fo Yawning, and partners dressing up in animal costumes during relationship therapy.

Talking Pictures TV 9:05am (repeat)
The Reluctant Bride

The Reluctant Bride

A repeat of this 1955 film.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20am (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 27th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

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

No Commitments

Episode 7.6, Soap Bubbles: Charlotte discovers that starring in a soap opera is a cut-throat business.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 19 - Pop

The Twirlywoos learn about popping when they encounter a machine that makes bubbles. Back in the Boat, Peekaboo interrupts teatime when he blows some bubbles of his own.

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

Desmond's

Series 5, Episode 12 - A Matter Of Life And Death

Lee's health hangs in the balance after a routine health check.

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

Desmond's

Series 5, Episode 13 - The Patter Of Little Feet

Desmond's daughter's growing up too fast, while his eldest son's hardly growing up at all.

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

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 12 - The Inventions Game

Sooty's latest Inventions take the gang onto a TV game show. Can they win over the show's judge, 'The Boss' or will Sweep throw a bone in the works? Guest starring John Thompson.

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

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 13 - Balancing Act

When Richard claims to be an expert gymnast, Sooty and the gang insist he shows off his skills. But with a host of traps waiting for him at the gym, will he make it to the gymnastics show in one piece?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20am (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Roger Bailey Jr. (Keiron Self), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 4, Episode 3 - The Great Escape

Normally, nobody in the Harper family would willingly set foot in Nick's flat, but when Susan's mother comes to stay, it suddenly seems more attractive.

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 15 - Magic Pencil

Bo struggles to compete with the others when it comes to art. Maybe Sonia has the solution?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Roger Bailey Jr. (Keiron Self), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 4, Episode 4 - Return Of The Prodigal Prat

When the local paper announces Ben's death, he sees it as an opportunity to avoid doing all the things he doesn't want to do.

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

A Star Is Born: Harold falls for his drama society's leading lady.

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

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 31 - Bean Hypnotised

The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean.

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

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 11 - Flat Pack

Mr Bean is in need of a sturdy new bookcase and sets off to visit a furniture warehouse. He finds one that is perfect, but is outraged when he is told he has to build the bookcase himself! Bean is unfamiliar with flat pack assembly and struggles to construct his new bookcase, failing miserably when he discovers he is one screw short. Mr Bean heads back to the shop only to find it is closed!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
Typewriter

The Small, Intricate Life Of Gerald C. Potter

Episode 5, The Dog: The author is alarmed to find a four-legged friend in his car.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40pm (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, Episode 3 - Hole In One

In the middle of the worst, wettest winter in memory, all the brothers have to flog is sun-tan lotion. Things are looking grim until Uncle Albert falls down the cellar hatch at the Nag's Head: a big compensation package could set them up nicely. Unfortunately, Del's unaware of Albert's past...

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 12:40pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 6, Episode 2 - Life In The Fast Food Lane

Arthur gets into the car phone business, not realising he is dealing with a dodgy supplier. And Terry fancies a girl who tries to hide her rich family background.

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 23, Episode 6 - In Search Of Childlike Joy And The Farthest Reaches Of The Lotus Position

Wesley hopes his hand-crafted trolley and a hill will restore the dispirited Smiler's joie de vivre.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 1:15pm (repeat)
Carry On Behind. Image shows from L to R: Professor Anna Vooshka (Elke Sommer), Professor Roland Crump (Kenneth Williams). Copyright: Peter Rogers Productions

Carry On Behind

Saucy British comedy with the Carry On crew, set on a caravan campsite where a Roman settlement has been discovered.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 1, Episode 5 - Ways And Means

After offering advice to fellow fishing-net "knitter" McLaren on curbing his short temper, Fletch attempts to make amends with the governor when McLaren forgoes angry outbursts for a more peaceful rooftop protest.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 19 - Pop

The Twirlywoos learn about popping when they encounter a machine that makes bubbles. Back in the Boat, Peekaboo interrupts teatime when he blows some bubbles of his own.

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 2, Episode 8 - You Pays Yer Money

A by-election in Chigwell causes tension about who to vote for between Tracey, Sharon and Dorien. Sharon wants Darryl's vote after Tracey paid his poll tax, but he wants the full £350 for the pleasure, leading Sharon to take drastic action.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 1, Episode 6 - Men Without Women

Fletcher has been offering his advice to his fellow prisoners on the topic of romance. Letters written home result in a visiting room full of wives and sweethearts, but Fletcher's visitor is his eldest daughter. Should he be following his own advice?

Radio 4 2:15pm
45 min
Holding Back The Tide. John Hector (Ronald Pickup). Copyright: BBC

Holding Back The Tide

Episode 1 - The Vauxgarth Pig

When Richard and Clare inherit a house in Yorkshire they find themselves drawn into an unlikely group attempting to defend their town against the worst ills of modernity and it seems the Breck Howe Preservation Society will stop at nothing.

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 9 - Trust

Tracey is seeing a psychotherapist, Gerald, Darryl thinks she has another man, does she come clean? Sharon isn't helping Tracey give up smoking by smoking around the house. Dorien and Sharon's advice goes unheeded.

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 3, Episode 6 - Branching Out

Jean is opening another branch of the agency and Judith expects to be asked to manage it. Meanwhile, Lionel's somewhat lost with how to spend his days and the topic of his and Jean's romance arises once more.

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

Shaun The Sheep

Series 1, Episode 30 - Sheepwalking

One night, Shaun has the urge to walk in his sleep, and of course the rest of the Flock's natural instinct is to follow him, with resultant chaos.

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 3, Episode 3 - Violet's Country Cottage

Hyacinth and Richard take over a country cottage for two days, with unexpected results.

London Live 3:35pm (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.

U&Drama channel logo 4pm (repeat)
The Indian Doctor. Dr. Prem Sharma (Sanjeev Bhaskar). Copyright: Rondo / Avatar

The Indian Doctor

Series 1, Episode 1 - The Arrival

The sleepy Welsh mining village of Trefelin is in for a shock. When the local doctor dies, his replacement isn't quite what people expect - Prem Sharma is the Indian doctor.

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 27th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

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

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 32 - Car Wash

Mr Bean builds a car washing machine that attracts all manner of customers.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4pm (repeat)
Genius. Dave Gorman. Copyright: BBC

Genius

Series 2, Episode 5 - Sid Waddell

With Sid Waddell. Ideas include perforated bread, The Book fo Yawning, and partners dressing up in animal costumes during relationship therapy.

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

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 12 - Holiday For Teddy

Mr Bean decides to take Teddy on holiday to the seaside. When he arrives at his hotel a spoilt little girl wants Teddy all to herself. Her protective dad only wants the best for his little princess. A tussle ensues, resulting in a chase across town on to the pier. No one comes between Mr Bean, Teddy and their relaxing holiday!

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

No Commitments

Episode 7.6, Soap Bubbles: Charlotte discovers that starring in a soap opera is a cut-throat business.

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

Rising Damp

Series 3, Episode 5 - Fawcett's Python

Miss Jones raises supsicions about new tenant Madeline. Rigsby's not too bothered about her brand of "modern interpretive dancing", but isn't that keen on her partner...

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 4:55pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 6, Episode 3 - Return Of The Invincible Man

Arthur hires failed safecracker Scotch Harry for a job and finds himself with a bandaged fugitive on his hands.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
Hazelbeach. Ronnie Hazelbeach (Jamie Foreman). Copyright: BBC

Hazelbeach

Series 1, Episode 5

Nick gets a job with a dominatrix and Ronnie buys an extraordinary number of sinks.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:20pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Olive (Anna Karen). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 7, Episode 9 - The Visit

Blakey's mother announces she's coming to Luxton to pay her son a visit, and the Butlers naturally offer to put her up for the couple of nights. But she soon proves to be even more dreadful than her son - demanding, mean and manipulative!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme. Image shows from L to R: Carrie Quinlan, Simon Kane, John Finnemore, Lawry Lewin, Margaret Cabourn-Smith. Copyright: BBC

John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme

Series 5, Episode 3

A look back at a career in accounting and an overrated experience, and Patsy Straightwoman returns with an interview sketch.

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 2

The local railway station, Marlbury, is faced with closure, and Audrey's damned if she'll let that happen without a fight. Unfortunately, Richard's got his eye on the site for his new cash-and-carry.

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

My Family

Series 4, Episode 3 - The Great Escape

Normally, nobody in the Harper family would willingly set foot in Nick's flat, but when Susan's mother comes to stay, it suddenly seems more attractive.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme. Image shows from L to R: Carrie Quinlan, Simon Kane, John Finnemore, Lawry Lewin, Margaret Cabourn-Smith. Copyright: BBC

John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme

Series 5, Episode 4

Featuring a sketch that couldn't catch a cold in Coventry and a train passenger who really doesn't overthink thing.

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 23, Episode 6 - In Search Of Childlike Joy And The Farthest Reaches Of The Lotus Position

Wesley hopes his hand-crafted trolley and a hill will restore the dispirited Smiler's joie de vivre.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:40pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Roger Bailey Jr. (Keiron Self), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 4, Episode 4 - Return Of The Prodigal Prat

When the local paper announces Ben's death, he sees it as an opportunity to avoid doing all the things he doesn't want to do.

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

The Joke Machine

Episode 19

This episode's jokers are Holywood versus Abbey Catholic Primary.

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

A Star Is Born: Harold falls for his drama society's leading lady.

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 2, Episode 6 - Some Day We'll Laugh About This

When Bob and Thelma go away for a weekend of skiing, Bob leave Terry in charge of their new home with a list of DIY jobs to complete! Thelma is unaware of the plan until her mother catches Terry at the house and her news puts a damper on the holiday.

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 3, Episode 3 - If You Go Down To The Woods

Marlene is distraught when Earl the dog and Tyler both go missing. Boycie, Bryan and Jed form a search party, but entering the haunted woods with night drawing in soon confounds the rescuers.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
Typewriter

The Small, Intricate Life Of Gerald C. Potter

Episode 5, The Dog: The author is alarmed to find a four-legged friend in his car.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 7:45pm (repeat)
Monty Python's Personal Best. Image shows from L to R: John Cleese, Neil Innes, Michael Palin, Eric Idle

Monty Python's Personal Best

Episode 4 - Terry Gilliam

A look at a colourful collage of Terry Gilliam's weirdly wonderful animations.

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

Desmond's

Series 5, Episode 13 - The Patter Of Little Feet

Desmond's daughter's growing up too fast, while his eldest son's hardly growing up at all.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 2, Episode 1 - Just Desserts

Fletch has acquired an illicit tin of pineapple chunks, but they are stolen before he has the chance to enjoy them. It soon emerges that the pineapple chunks have surfaced in a rather unexpected place, while Godber attempts to nick him a replacement from the prison kitchen.

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

Doc Martin

Series 6, Episode 4 - Nobody Likes Me

When Martin is talked into taking baby James to playgroup, he is forced to sing along with the other mums.

London Live 8:30pm (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.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 8:30pm
30 min
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Carla (Sarah Flind), Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

Series 12, Episode 4 - Going, Going, Gone

Tracey's had enough of Dorien entertaining gentlemen callers and Sharon not bringing in a living wage, and throws them both out. Holed up in Sharon's old bedsit, the two of them take a united stand... or do they?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 2, Episode 2 - Heartbreak Hotel

Being on the inside doesn't stop Godber romancing his fiancée, Denise, although events on the outside ensure the path of true love doesn't run smoothly. An unexpected letter leads to Godber having to explain his actions to the governor, but are there blue skies on the horizon?

London Live 9pm (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb), Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 2, Episode 5 - The Man Show

Sophie tells Mark that her and Geoff are moving in together and that he thinks her and Mark should see less of each other.

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 7 (Channel 4: Series 8), Episode 2

Sean Lock and Rob Beckett go up against Jon Richardson and Cariad Lloyd. Jamie Laing joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters again.

Comedy Central Extra 9pm
60 min version
(repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Topical stand-up comedy and chat show hosted by Russell Howard.

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 16 - Landmarks

With Jo Brand, David Mitchell and Colin Lane.

BBC Three 9pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Ed Byrne, Gina Yashere, Adam Hills. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 5, Episode 5 - Ed Byrne, Adam Hills and Gina Yashere

Stand-up comedy from the Hammersmith Apollo. Irish gem Ed Byrne hosts in front of a 3,500-strong audience, with guest appearances from Adam Hills and London's own Gina Yashere.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm
60 min
A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: Andrew Flintoff, Claudia Winkleman, Jack Whitehall, James Corden, Jimmy Carr, Micah Richards, Jamie Redknapp. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 10, Episode 4

As the hit comedy and entertainment series continues, James Corden and co welcome comedian Jimmy Carr, Strictly Come Dancing presenter Claudia Winkleman and Aston Villa star Micah Richards.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (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, Episode 3 - Hole In One

In the middle of the worst, wettest winter in memory, all the brothers have to flog is sun-tan lotion. Things are looking grim until Uncle Albert falls down the cellar hatch at the Nag's Head: a big compensation package could set them up nicely. Unfortunately, Del's unaware of Albert's past...

London Live 9:30pm (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Jeff Heaney (Neil Fitzmaurice), Alan Johnson (Paterson Joseph). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 4, Episode 6 - Wedding

Mark and Sophie's big day arrives, but as the groom makes his way to the church with best man Jeremy and a very hungover Super Hans, he continues to wrestle with crippling doubts which threaten to throw the event into disarray.

BBC Three 9:30pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Kevin Bridges, Alistair McGowan, Reginald D Hunter. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 5, Episode 6 - Alistair McGowan, Reginald D Hunter and Kevin Bridges

Stand-up comedy from the world-famous Hammersmith Apollo. The nation's favourite impressionist, Alistair McGowan, introduces guest appearances from young Scottish comedy prodigy Kevin Bridges and acclaimed comic Reginald D Hunter.

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

Miranda

Series 1, Episode 5 - Excuse

Penny decides to throw a Pride And Prejudice party in a bid to introduce Miranda to some eligible young men.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Image shows from L to R: Roisin Conaty, Sean Lock, Rachel Riley, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson, Susie Dent, David O'Doherty, Jonathan Ross. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

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

Jimmy Carr, Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by Jonathan Ross and Roisin Conaty. David O'Doherty joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Joe Wilkinson 'helps' Rachel Riley provide the letters and numbers.

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

Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish

Series 3, Episode 8 - A German Tradition

Modern Life Is Goodish concludes tonight with a look at the current obsession with customer feedback and market research. Just how reliable is this data? Dave tries to find out with the help of fans of Ant and Dec and people who like a very specific type of soup.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme. Image shows from L to R: Carrie Quinlan, Simon Kane, John Finnemore, Lawry Lewin, Margaret Cabourn-Smith. Copyright: BBC

John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme

Series 5, Episode 3

A look back at a career in accounting and an overrated experience, and Patsy Straightwoman returns with an interview sketch.

BBC Four 10pm
40 min
Brian Pern. Image shows from L to R: Barry Patmore (Denis Lawson), Tony Pebblé (Nigel Havers), Pat Quid (Paul Whitehouse), Mike Phillips (Philip Pope). Copyright: BBC

Brian Pern

Brian Pern: 45 Years Of Prog And Roll, Episode 3

The original Thotch line-up are forced to reform after they are sued by their former manager Basil Steel for non-payment of royalties.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
The Secret World. Copyright: BBC

The Secret World

Series 2, Episode 5

Prince Charles is asked by his driver to help move some furniture. Archbishop Rowan Williams is upset that he never gets invited to go out drinking with the other bishops. Ray Winstone is terrified of pins and needles. William Hague has an overnight guest he can't get rid of.

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Miranda. Image shows from L to R: Gary (Tom Ellis), Penny (Patricia Hodge), Miranda (Miranda Hart), Stevie (Sarah Hadland), Clive (James Holmes). Copyright: BBC

Miranda

Series 1, Episode 6 - Dog

The discovery of a handsome stranger's lost wallet in the shop prompts one of Miranda and Stevie's infamous competitions.

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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 17, Episode 6

Jimmy Carr hosts the topical comedy panel show, with team captains Jon Richardson and Sean Lock. The teams are joined by guests Dr Christian Jessen, Lethal Bizzle, Joe Wilkinson and Aisling Bea.

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Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain

Mock The Week

A selection of episodes from the ninth series of the satirical panel game.

Radio 4 11pm (repeat)
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Mark Thomas - The Manifesto

Series 4, Episode 4

On this week's agenda, a kick-starter to kick Scotland out of the Union, bankers to be given bonuses in the form of NHS donation cards, and an end to bank fees for those on a family income of less than 30,000 pounds.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Susan Calman Is Convicted. Susan Calman. Copyright: BBC

Susan Calman Is Convicted

Series 1, Episode 3 - Depression

Susan Calman looks at the deeply personal topic of depression... in a light hearted way.

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Birds Of A Feather

Series 2, Episode 8 - You Pays Yer Money

A by-election in Chigwell causes tension about who to vote for between Tracey, Sharon and Dorien. Sharon wants Darryl's vote after Tracey paid his poll tax, but he wants the full £350 for the pleasure, leading Sharon to take drastic action.

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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.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
The Consultants

The Consultants

Episode 1: A lifestyle presentation conference - and sketch show, with Neil Edmond, Justin Edwards and James Rawlings.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:45pm (repeat)
World Of Pub

World Of Pub

Episode 1: Dodgy Phil revamps an East End boozer with some animatronic dinosaurs and Edith Piaf.

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BBC Three 12:30am (repeat)
Siblings. Image shows from L to R: Lily (Honor Kneafsey), Beverley (Sally Rogers), Gregg French (John Gordon Sinclair). Copyright: Bwark Productions

Siblings

Series 2, Episode 4 - Gregg And Lily

Hannah and Dan's father has organised a birthday party for himself - something that Hannah finds suspiciously out of character.

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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 2, Episode 9 - Trust

Tracey is seeing a psychotherapist, Gerald, Darryl thinks she has another man, does she come clean? Sharon isn't helping Tracey give up smoking by smoking around the house. Dorien and Sharon's advice goes unheeded.

ITV Encore 1am (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.

Comedy Central Extra 1am (repeat)
Drunk History. Thomas Cromwell (Mathew Horne). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Drunk History

Series 1, Episode 3

Romesh Ranganathan talks Tutankhamun, Joe Lycett on highway man Dick Turpin, and Tom Rosenthal explains how Byron had a pet bear!

U&Dave channel logo 1am
60 min version
(repeat)
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QI

Series I, Episode 12 - Illumination

With Chris Addison, Jack Dee and Rich Hall.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Image shows from L to R: Roisin Conaty, Sean Lock, Rachel Riley, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson, Susie Dent, David O'Doherty, Jonathan Ross. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

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

Jimmy Carr, Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by Jonathan Ross and Roisin Conaty. David O'Doherty joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Joe Wilkinson 'helps' Rachel Riley provide the letters and numbers.

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Men Behaving Badly. Image shows from L to R: Gary Strang (Martin Clunes), Dorothy (Caroline Quentin), Tony Smart (Neil Morrissey), Deborah (Leslie Ash). Copyright: Hartswood Films Ltd

Men Behaving Badly

Series 3, Episode 1 - Lovers

Gary tries to convice Dorothy that he has had more sexual partners that he actually has.

U&Drama channel logo 1:40am (repeat)
Jam & Jerusalem. Image shows from L to R: Rosie Bales (Dawn French), Tip Haddam (Pauline McLynn), Sal Vine (Sue Johnston), Jock (Clive Russell), Kate Bales (Rosie Cavaliero), Eileen Pike (Maggie Steed), Caroline Martin (Jennifer Saunders). Copyright: BBC

Jam & Jerusalem

Series 3, Episode 3 - New Beginnings & Ladies In Lavender

Tash and Spike finish restoring their van and Tash finally prepares to move out of the family home. But how far will she get?

London Live 1:45am (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb), Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 2, Episode 3 - Jeremy Makes It

Jeremy is determined to move his relationship with Nancy to that of proper boyfriend and girlfriend. So, he follows Nancy's belief in God and her feeding the homeless.

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Miranda. Image shows from L to R: Gary (Tom Ellis), Penny (Patricia Hodge), Miranda (Miranda Hart), Stevie (Sarah Hadland), Clive (James Holmes). Copyright: BBC

Miranda

Series 1, Episode 5 - Excuse

Penny decides to throw a Pride And Prejudice party in a bid to introduce Miranda to some eligible young men.

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

Minder

Series 6, Episode 3 - Return Of The Invincible Man

Arthur hires failed safecracker Scotch Harry for a job and finds himself with a bandaged fugitive on his hands.

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Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Rory Bremner, Dara O Briain, Hugh Dennis, Frankie Boyle. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 2, Highlights Special

The best scenes from the previous seven weeks.

London Live 2:15am (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb), Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 2, Episode 4 - University Challenge

Mark meets a student called April in a shoe shop and decides to return to see her again, but discovers that she has gone to university in Dartmouth.

U&Drama channel logo 2:20am (repeat)
Jam & Jerusalem. Image shows from L to R: Rosie Bales (Dawn French), Tip Haddam (Pauline McLynn), Sal Vine (Sue Johnston), Jock (Clive Russell), Kate Bales (Rosie Cavaliero), Eileen Pike (Maggie Steed), Caroline Martin (Jennifer Saunders). Copyright: BBC

Jam & Jerusalem

Series 3, Episode 3 - New Beginnings & Ladies In Lavender

Tash and Spike finish restoring their van and Tash finally prepares to move out of the family home. But how far will she get?

BBC Four 2:20am (repeat)
Brian Pern. Image shows from L to R: Barry Patmore (Denis Lawson), Tony Pebblé (Nigel Havers), Pat Quid (Paul Whitehouse), Mike Phillips (Philip Pope). Copyright: BBC

Brian Pern

Brian Pern: 45 Years Of Prog And Roll, Episode 3

The original Thotch line-up are forced to reform after they are sued by their former manager Basil Steel for non-payment of royalties.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:30am (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 2:30am (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Jack Dee. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Jack Dee Live At The Apollo Series 1, Episode 6

Here, Jack's hilarious set takes in trouble with builders, and his fear of burglars.

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Drifters. Image shows from L to R: Bunny (Lydia Rose Bewley), Laura (Lauren O'Rourke), Meg (Jessica Knappett). Copyright: Zodiak Media Company

Drifters

Series 3, Episode 1 - Roomies

Mark wants to move out of the flat, which is great because Meg wants Bunny to move in. But who's going to get the big bedroom? Bunny has got a part in a play but she absolutely hates her co-star. And after some trouble at home, Laura and Gary set out to search for a new flat together.

London Live 3am (repeat)
Misfits. Image shows from L to R: Jess (Karla Crome), Rudy (Joe Gilgun), Finn (Nathan McMullen), Curtis (Nathan Stewart-Jarrett). Copyright: Clerkenwell Films

Misfits

Series 4, Episode 3

Rudy and his down-beat doppelganger are forced to unite as they have to confront a long-forgotten face from their shared past.

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Drifters. Image shows from L to R: Bunny (Lydia Rose Bewley), Laura (Lauren O'Rourke), Meg (Jessica Knappett). Copyright: Zodiak Media Company

Drifters

Series 3, Episode 2 - Skint

The girls' finances are at rock bottom. When there's not even enough money for food Meg hits on an unusual solution. Meanwhile Bunny gets an audition that requires mastery of a regional accent and Laura tries for a job as a waitress at Uncle Sam's Saturday Shack.

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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Men Behaving Badly. Image shows from L to R: Gary Strang (Martin Clunes), Dorothy (Caroline Quentin), Tony Smart (Neil Morrissey), Deborah (Leslie Ash). Copyright: Hartswood Films Ltd

Men Behaving Badly

Series 3, Episode 1 - Lovers

Gary tries to convice Dorothy that he has had more sexual partners that he actually has.

BBC Three 3:30am (repeat)
Siblings. Image shows from L to R: Lily (Honor Kneafsey), Beverley (Sally Rogers), Gregg French (John Gordon Sinclair). Copyright: Bwark Productions

Siblings

Series 2, Episode 4 - Gregg And Lily

Hannah and Dan's father has organised a birthday party for himself - something that Hannah finds suspiciously out of character.

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Doll & Em. Image shows from L to R: Em (Emily Mortimer), Doll (Dolly Wells). Copyright: King Bee Productions / Revolution Films

Doll & Em

Series 1, Episode 6

Both girls are back in London. Doll's second audition amounts to nothing so she returns to her old waitressing job.

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Monty Python's Personal Best. Image shows from L to R: John Cleese, Neil Innes, Michael Palin, Eric Idle

Monty Python's Personal Best

Episode 4 - Terry Gilliam

A look at a colourful collage of Terry Gilliam's weirdly wonderful animations.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4am (repeat)
Genius. Dave Gorman. Copyright: BBC

Genius

Series 2, Episode 5 - Sid Waddell

With Sid Waddell. Ideas include perforated bread, The Book fo Yawning, and partners dressing up in animal costumes during relationship therapy.

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

No Commitments

Episode 7.6, Soap Bubbles: Charlotte discovers that starring in a soap opera is a cut-throat business.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
Hazelbeach. Ronnie Hazelbeach (Jamie Foreman). Copyright: BBC

Hazelbeach

Series 1, Episode 5

Nick gets a job with a dominatrix and Ronnie buys an extraordinary number of sinks.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme. Image shows from L to R: Carrie Quinlan, Simon Kane, John Finnemore, Lawry Lewin, Margaret Cabourn-Smith. Copyright: BBC

John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme

Series 5, Episode 3

A look back at a career in accounting and an overrated experience, and Patsy Straightwoman returns with an interview sketch.

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