British Comedy Guide

Schedule Wednesday 30th March 2016

Talking Pictures TV 6am (repeat)
All In Good Fun

All In Good Fun

Bob Monkhouse introduces the golden age of slapstick comedy. Mack Sennett, Chaplin, The Keystone Kops and many more.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6:10am (repeat)
Doctor In The House. Image shows from L to R: Danny Hooley (Jonathan Lynn), Dave Briddock (Simon Cuff), Duncan Waring (Robin Nedwell), Mike Upton (Barry Evans), Paul Collier (George Layton), Dick Stuart-Clark (Geoffrey Davies)

Doctor In The House

Series 2, Episode 8 - If You Can Help Somebody... Don't!

Michael is concerned for an elderly lady who is being discharged from the hospital against her wishes.

London Live 7am (repeat)
The Magnet. Image shows left to right: Harper (Meredith Edwards), Johnny Brent (James Fox). Credit: Ealing Studios

The Magnet

Ealing Studios comedy about a boy who deceitfully acquires a powerful magnet from a younger boy.

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 3

A weekend away at a country house with Howard, Hilda, Paul and his girlfriend causes Martin a problem - he gets stuck up in the loft with Howard.

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, Gothic: Nigel is haunted, while Michael thinks he is Bruce Willis.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:15am (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 3, Episode 17 - The Hang Glider

The Farmer has a thrilling new hobby - however it's not as easy as it looks! When the Farmer gets stuck in a tree Bitzer comes to his rescue, leaving Shaun and the Flock to get to grips with the airborne contraption.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:20am (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 4 - Planet Of The Toilets

On a trip to Japan, Penfold's ill-timed comfort break sparks a world-wide porcelain revolution lead by the evil super-intelligent toilet Dr Loocifer.

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

Sorry!

Series 4, Episode 6 - Collapse of Small Party

Timothy Lumsden meets the bearded lady and things get hairy.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Chain Reaction. Copyright: BBC

Chain Reaction

Series 11, Episode 5 - Sandi Toksvig interviews Roy Hudd

Comedian and broadcaster Sandi Toksvig talks to actor and comedian Roy Hudd in the year of his 80th birthday. Roy tells Sandi about his beginnings in showbusiness, reveals how Arthur Askey gave him a leg up in the early days and shares his favourite pantomime story courtesy of Tom O'Connor.

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 9, Episode 1 - You Can't Manufacture Happy Endings For Everybody

Sandy's boyfriend calls at the house to tell Sandy some important news, and Jean is desperate to know what it is. And Alistair cannot decide whether to concentrate on his work or love life.

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

The Navy Lark

Series 6, Episode 10 - Chasing The Kepeac

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 11 - Cake

It's Ortus's birthday and Wussywat finds his picnic surprise.

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

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Series 8, Episode 8

With the rise of the Common Market in mind, Radio Prune goes international.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
The Mausoleum Club. Copyright: BBC

The Mausoleum Club

The Fall Of The Mausoleum Club, Episode 2 - The Charge Of The Boys' Brigade

The Stranger is holding the Club to ransom. He has given Miss Primrose orders to travel to South Africa and murder General Cheeseman.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40am (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 7

Hartley's death re-opens the chasm in Richard's finances, and the manor is once again under the hammer. A saviour could still be at hand, but what does the future hold for Grantleigh - not to mention Audrey, Richard and Mrs Poo?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
Joe Lycett

It's Not What You Know

Series 2, Episode 5

With writer and satirist Francis Wheen, Newsnight presenter Kirsty Wark; and comedian Andrew Maxwell.

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 11th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 2, Episode 23 - More And More

The Twirlywoos learn more and more when they watch a shopkeeper build up a display of apples. Back in the boat, the Twirlywoo Screen creates a tree which gives more and more bananas every time the Twirlywoos touch it.

Talking Pictures TV 9:50am (repeat)
Love In Pawn

Love In Pawn

A repeat of this 1953 film.

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

Desmond's

Series 6, Episode 3 - Georgetown Dreaming

Desmond wonders what might have been if he'd never come to this 'godforsaken country'.

CITV 10:25am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.

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

Desmond's

Series 6, Episode 4 - Demon Barber II (Turbo)

Sean invents a video game that seems destined to put his father out of business.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:35am (repeat)
Millie Inbetween. Millie (Millie Innes). Copyright: The Foundation

Millie Inbetween

A selection of episodes from the second series of the CBBC comedy.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20am (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 8 - A Decent Proposal

While the Harper family are attending Grace's funeral, Susan has a visitor from beyond the grave with an offer she can hardly refuse.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12pm (repeat)
dinnerladies. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Anne Reid), Stan (Duncan Preston), Brenda (Victoria Wood), Twinkle (Maxine Peake), Dolly (Thelma Barlow), Tony (Andrew Dunn), Anita (Shobna Gulati). Copyright: Good Fun / Pozzitive Productions

dinnerladies

Series 2, Episode 4 - Fog

An escaped prisoner causes worry for the canteen staff, and Bren tries to hide her fear of needles when a blood donor team arrive at the factory, causing much speculation as to whether she's pregnant.

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

The Navy Lark

Series 6, Episode 10 - Chasing The Kepeac

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

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

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Series 8, Episode 8

With the rise of the Common Market in mind, Radio Prune goes international.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40pm (repeat)
Sorry!. Timothy Lumsden (Ronnie Corbett). Copyright: BBC

Sorry!

Series 2, Episode 6 - Could Do Better

Mother is furious when she finds a 25-year-old school report of Timothy's hidden in his bedroom. Timothy's more concerned with meeting Jennifer's bridesmaid. Perhaps romance is finally in the air?

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 28, Episode 6 - Elegy For Small Creature And Clandestine Trackbike

Howard's new bike is difficult to conceal from Pearl.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20pm (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 5, Episode 2 - The Miracle Of Peckham

In an effort to bolster the Church Roof Fund, Del "discovers" a miracle of his own and informs the world press.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 2, Episode 23 - More And More

The Twirlywoos learn more and more when they watch a shopkeeper build up a display of apples. Back in the boat, the Twirlywoo Screen creates a tree which gives more and more bananas every time the Twirlywoos touch it.

U&Drama channel logo 1:40pm (repeat)
Terry & June. Image shows from L to R: Terry Medford (Terry Scott), June Medford (June Whitfield). Copyright: BBC

Terry & June

Series 6, Episode 6 - Thanks For The Memory

While on a train journey, Terry manages to knock himself unconscious helping a lady retrieve her luggage, and comes to with complete amnesia.

London Live 2pm (repeat)
Law And Disorder

Law And Disorder

Classic 1950s film starring Michael Redgrave as a con man who poses as a clergyman until his son begins to pursue a legal career.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2pm (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 5, Episode 3 - The Longest Night

While out shopping at Top-Buys, the Trotters are taken to the supermarket manager's office believing that they have won a prize. Instead, they are held hostage when an armed robbery goes wrong.

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 6, Episode 4 - Compulsion

When Dorien starts bulk buying in chain stores, Sharon and Tracey feel that drastic measures are called for.

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 9, Episode 1 - You Can't Manufacture Happy Endings For Everybody

Sandy's boyfriend calls at the house to tell Sandy some important news, and Jean is desperate to know what it is. And Alistair cannot decide whether to concentrate on his work or love life.

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

Shaun The Sheep

Series 4, Episode 4 - The Genie

Shaun dreams of a life in the fast-lane. When Shirley lands upon something that could make his wish come true he can't believe his luck. The only obstacle that stands in his way is the rest of the flock.

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

Mr Bean

A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20pm (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 7

Hartley's death re-opens the chasm in Richard's finances, and the manor is once again under the hammer. A saviour could still be at hand, but what does the future hold for Grantleigh - not to mention Audrey, Richard and Mrs Poo?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:20pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 14 - Danger Fan

Shortly after Danger Mouse's biggest fan comes to visit members of the team start to disappear.

BBC Two 3:40pm (repeat)
The Indian Doctor. Dr. Prem Sharma (Sanjeev Bhaskar). Copyright: Rondo / Avatar

The Indian Doctor

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Diary

Colliery manager Richard Sharpe is still desperate to find a mysterious green leather diary left behind by Prem's predecessor, Dr Elwyn.

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 11th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4pm (repeat)
Joe Lycett

It's Not What You Know

Series 2, Episode 5

With writer and satirist Francis Wheen, Newsnight presenter Kirsty Wark; and comedian Andrew Maxwell.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 4pm (repeat)
Yonderland. Image shows from L to R: Debbie Maddox (Martha Howe-Douglas), Ben Willbond. Copyright: Working Title Films

Yonderland

Series 2, Episode 3 - A Vicious Circle

Ellis of Woolworth mistakenly believes that Debbie is to blame for his brother's fate.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:20pm (repeat)
Doctor In The House. Image shows from L to R: Danny Hooley (Jonathan Lynn), Dave Briddock (Simon Cuff), Duncan Waring (Robin Nedwell), Mike Upton (Barry Evans), Paul Collier (George Layton), Dick Stuart-Clark (Geoffrey Davies)

Doctor In The House

Series 2, Episode 9 - Hot Off The Presses

Michael is not best pleased when he is volunteered to be the new editor of the hospital magazine.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30pm (repeat)
The Mausoleum Club. Copyright: BBC

The Mausoleum Club

The Fall Of The Mausoleum Club, Episode 2 - The Charge Of The Boys' Brigade

The Stranger is holding the Club to ransom. He has given Miss Primrose orders to travel to South Africa and murder General Cheeseman.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 4:30pm (repeat)
Yonderland. Nestor of Maddox (Mackenzie Crook). Copyright: Working Title Films

Yonderland

Series 2, Episode 4 - Up The Workers

Debbie sets out to source the latest revelation in posterior cushion comfort, the 'Luxi Bum 501'.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:50pm (repeat)
In Loving Memory. Image shows from L to R: Billy Henshaw (Christopher Beeny), Ivy Unsworth (Thora Hird), Mary Braithwaite (Sherrie Hewson). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

In Loving Memory

Series 5, Episode 6 - The Undertaker's Apprentice

Despite Mary's patent desperation to learn the trade, an unfortunate incident compels Ivy to seek a proper apprentice to replace Ernie's continued calamities. The first applicant who arrives is not quite a stranger to the entire household...

London Live 5pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 6, Episode 7 - The Speech

Desmond is away at a conference, but his speech has gone awol.

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

Horrible Science

Episode 9 - Sounds Dreadful

Today, what is a sound? How do we hear? How do our ears work? Inventor of the telephone Alexander Graham Bell joins the team in the studio to talk telephones, and even metal detectors!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
The Brothers

The Brothers

Episode 2, Gothic: Nigel is haunted, while Michael thinks he is Bruce Willis.

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

On The Buses

Series 5, Episode 15 - Boxing Day Social

Arthur's mother and younger sister Linda are visiting for Christmas, and when Jack suggests that Linda might like to attend the depot's Boxing Day Social, Arthur maintains that she's above such events...

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:20pm
15 min
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 16 - Mount Etna, Italy

Grandmaster Glitch makes popcorn in Mount Etna, blocking the volcano and endangering the farms on its slopes.

London Live 5:30pm (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.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Chain Reaction. Copyright: BBC

Chain Reaction

Series 11, Episode 5 - Sandi Toksvig interviews Roy Hudd

Comedian and broadcaster Sandi Toksvig talks to actor and comedian Roy Hudd in the year of his 80th birthday. Roy tells Sandi about his beginnings in showbusiness, reveals how Arthur Askey gave him a leg up in the early days and shares his favourite pantomime story courtesy of Tom O'Connor.

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 8 - A Decent Proposal

While the Harper family are attending Grace's funeral, Susan has a visitor from beyond the grave with an offer she can hardly refuse.

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (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 3 - Commitments

Who is the rightful owner of Sharon's cafe? Should business, like marriage be 50/50? Commitment seems to be the key word.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Chain Reaction. Copyright: BBC

Chain Reaction

Series 11, Episode 6 - Roy Hudd interviews Alison Steadman

Comedy icon Roy Hudd talks to star of radio, stage and screen, Alison Steadman. Roy talks to Alison about her early days growing up in Liverpool, her trip to the palace to get the OBE and her critically acclaimed work with Mike Leigh.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:40pm (repeat)
dinnerladies. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Anne Reid), Stan (Duncan Preston), Brenda (Victoria Wood), Twinkle (Maxine Peake), Dolly (Thelma Barlow), Tony (Andrew Dunn), Anita (Shobna Gulati). Copyright: Good Fun / Pozzitive Productions

dinnerladies

Series 2, Episode 4 - Fog

An escaped prisoner causes worry for the canteen staff, and Bren tries to hide her fear of needles when a blood donor team arrive at the factory, causing much speculation as to whether she's pregnant.

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 28, Episode 6 - Elegy For Small Creature And Clandestine Trackbike

Howard's new bike is difficult to conceal from Pearl.

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

The Navy Lark

Series 6, Episode 10 - Chasing The Kepeac

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

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20pm (repeat)
Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Nurse Gladys Emmanuel (Lynda Baron), Granville (David Jason), Albert Arkwright (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: BBC

Open All Hours

Series 3, Episode 1 - "An Errand Boy By The Ear"

Arkwright's baffled when his customers get upset with his treatment of Granville. Surely, "it's what errand boys are for".

U&Drama channel logo 7:20pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 2, Episode 3

Hyacinth has arranged one of her candlelight suppers at which she plans to impress Emmet with her singing. Rose interrupts proceedings when she's too embarrassed to be picked up by one of her boyfriends at her own messy home.

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

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Series 8, Episode 8

With the rise of the Common Market in mind, Radio Prune goes international.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (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 5, Episode 5 - Video Nasty

Rodney has been commissioned to make a film by the Local Community Arts Centre. Unfortunately, Del and Mickey Pearce take over, and the expensive equipment is soon covering weddings and all sorts - and then there's the cast and sponsor list for his production...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (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 5, Episode 6 - Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?

Del is offered a business opportunity that he finds difficult to turn down. To accept would mean emigrating to Australia and leaving the family behind. What should he do?

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
The Kumars. Image shows from L to R: Ashwin (Vincent Ebrahim), Ummi (Meera Syal), Sanjeev (Sanjeev Bhaskar)

The Kumars

Episode 1

The first episode features guests Daniel Radcliffe, Chevy Chase and Olivia Colman.

Comedy Central Extra 9pm (repeat)
Al Murray: The Only Way Is Epic. The Pub Landlord (Al Murray). Copyright: Avalon Television

Al Murray: The Only Way Is Epic

The Pub Landlord returns to the theatres of Britain with his own plan to rescue the economy and the future of the country.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version
(repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Image shows left to right: Ian Hislop, Paul Merton. Credit: Matt Crockett

Have I Got News For You

Series 48, Episode 5

Featuring guest host Damian Lewis and guest panellists Andy Hamilton and Roisin Conaty.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Image shows from L to R: Dermot Brown (Paddy Houlihan), Rory Brown (Rory Cowan), Winnie McGoogan (Eilish O'Carroll), Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll), Cathy Brown (Jennifer Gibney), Buster Brady (Danny O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Series 1, Episode 3 - Mammy's Merchandise

Dermot wants to ask his childhood friend, Buster, to be best man at his wedding - now just weeks away - but Agnes has set her heart on Mark, her eldest son, filling the position.

U&Yesterday channel logo 10pm (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 7, Episode 5 - Loathe Story

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.

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 4 (Channel 4: Series 5), Episode 1

Jimmy, Sean and Jon are joined by celebrity guests David Mitchell and Roisin Conaty. Phill Jupitus is in with Susie Dent, while Joe Wilkinson 'helps' Rachel Riley provide the letters and numbers.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
Comedy Central 10pm
30 min
Drunk History. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (Bradley Walsh). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Drunk History

Series 2, Episode 8

Elis James and John Robins discuss the Battle of Waterloo (stars Vicky Pattison and Hugh Dennis), and Tom Parry tells us about Arthur Conan Doyle becoming Sherlock (stars Bradley Walsh).

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm
60 min
The Interviews. Copyright: North One Television

The Interviews

Series 2, Episode 3 - Frankie Howerd

This episode combines Frankie Howerd's chat show appearances with archive material to tell his story in his own words.

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
Live From The BBC. Adam Hess. Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Live From The BBC

Series 1, Episode 6 - Adam Hess & Dane Baptiste

Featuring Dane Baptiste, best newcomer nominee at the 2014 Foster's Edinburgh Comedy Awards, and Adam Hess, who gives the audience some honest confessions about his past relationships.

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

Mock The Week

Series 10, Episode 10

Dara O'Briain and the regulars give another week a thorough going over with guests Ed Byrne, Stewart Francis and Adam Hills.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Chain Reaction. Copyright: BBC

Chain Reaction

Series 11, Episode 5 - Sandi Toksvig interviews Roy Hudd

Comedian and broadcaster Sandi Toksvig talks to actor and comedian Roy Hudd in the year of his 80th birthday. Roy tells Sandi about his beginnings in showbusiness, reveals how Arthur Askey gave him a leg up in the early days and shares his favourite pantomime story courtesy of Tom O'Connor.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
30 min
Raised By Wolves. Image shows from L to R: Grampy (Philip Jackson), Della Garry (Rebekah Staton). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Raised By Wolves

Series 2, Episode 5 - The Car Boot

An unexpectedly painful utility bill forces Della into the tertiary economy at the local car boot sale. Germaine becomes an unwilling assistant to cousin Cathy, while Aretha and Yoko handle traffic duty very badly. Grampy comes to terms with singledom by exploring the seedy underbelly of the car boot, and Aretha shares a secret with Yoko.

Comedy Central 10:30pm (repeat)
Bad Education. Image shows left to right: Joe (Ethan Lawrence), Rem Dogg (Jack Binstead), Mitchell (Charlie Wernham), Alfie (Jack Whitehall), Stephen Carmichael (Layton Williams), Chantelle (Nikki Runeckles), Jing (Kae Alexander). Credit: Tiger Aspect Productions

Bad Education

Series 1, Episode 5 - Football Match

Alfie reveals a hidden talent when the annual football match between Abbey Grove and the school he attended, Middleton House, approaches. Will the benefit scroungers pull it off, or Middleton's snooty toff boys who clinch the win?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Seekers. Image shows from L to R: Terry (Tony Way), Joe (Daniel Mays), Stuart (Mathew Horne), Nicola (Zahra Ahmadi). Copyright: BBC

Seekers

Series 1, Episode 3 - That Bloke Keeps Looking At Us

A man sitting at the other end of the job centre waiting room keeps looking at Joe, Terry and Stuart. They refuse to be intimidated and bravely stare back.

U&Yesterday channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
Yes Minister. Image shows from L to R: James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne), Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds). Copyright: BBC

Yes Minister

Series 2, Episode 7 - A Question Of Loyalty

Sir Humphrey and Jim are to be interviewed by a Select Committee who are scrutinising their department. A book's about to be published with some rather damning revelations - but who can rely on Jim to give the correct response, Number 10 or Sir Humphrey...?

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Chris Addison, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 10, Episode 11

Dara O'Briain and the regulars relive the week's events for the last time in this run. With guests Milton Jones, Miles Jupp and Andi Osho.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:50pm
50 min version
(repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Rob Beckett, Jimmy Carr, Katherine Ryan. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Topical Channel 4 comedy panel show hosted by Jimmy Carr. The questions are based on survey results and statistics.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
Up Pompeii. Image shows from L to R: Ammonia (Barbara Murray), Lurcio (Frankie Howerd), Ludicrus Sextus (Michael Hordern). Copyright: Associated London Films Limited

Up Pompeii

Classic British farce in which Roman slave Lurcio unwittingly gains possession of a list of people who are conspiring to bring down the Emperor Nero.

Radio 4 11pm
15 min
The Croft & Pearce Show. Image shows from L to R: Hannah Croft, Fiona Pearce. Copyright: CPL Productions

The Croft & Pearce Show

Episode 4

An unsentimental relationship counsellor gives marriage advice, and a wide-eyed work experience girl delights in what she has learnt during her time in the Big Smoke.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
The Masterson Inheritance. Image shows from L to R: Phelim McDermott, Josie Lawrence, Jim Sweeney, Caroline Quentin, Lee Simpson, Paul Merton. Copyright: BBC

The Masterson Inheritance

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Mastersons and Johnson

The French Revolution is in full swing and the fate of the Masterson family is inextricably linked with that of a tumble dryer.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:15pm (repeat)
Boomers. Maureen (Stephanie Beacham). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Boomers

Series 2, Episode 1 - Camping

Celebrating Trevor's birthday and anniversary on a campsite, Joyce, Maureen and Carol strike up an interesting new friendship with a strapping young Nordic man.

Radio 4 11:15pm (repeat)
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Tim Key's Poetry Programme

Series 2, Episode 1 - Science

Tim ruminates on the meaning of science, while telling the story of Keith Lewis's Monster. With musical support from Tom Basden.

U&Yesterday channel logo 11:20pm (repeat)
Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Nurse Gladys Emmanuel (Lynda Baron), Granville (David Jason), Albert Arkwright (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: BBC

Open All Hours

Series 1, Episode 5 - Well Catered Funeral

His best friend's funeral tests Arkwright's generosity to a painfull degree.

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Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 4, Out-takes - The Unseen Bits

These are the funnies that just couldn't be squeezed in the first time around, and it's 100 per cent brand-new footage. As ever, Rob Brydon hosts proceedings and David Mitchell and Lee Mack are the lightning-quick team captains.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
And Now, In Colour

And Now, In Colour

Series 2, Episode 1 - Stately Home

The team take the audience on a posh day out.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:40pm (repeat)
Bad Robots. Copyright: Objective Productions

Bad Robots

Series 1, Episode 5

A tourist information machine feeds eager London visitors with a load of nonsense.

BBC One Wales. Copyright: BBC 11:40pm (repeat)
Boomers. Maureen (Stephanie Beacham). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Boomers

Series 2, Episode 1 - Camping

Celebrating Trevor's birthday and anniversary on a campsite, Joyce, Maureen and Carol strike up an interesting new friendship with a strapping young Nordic man.

U&Drama channel logo Midnight (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 3 - Commitments

Who is the rightful owner of Sharon's cafe? Should business, like marriage be 50/50? Commitment seems to be the key word.

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60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series L, Episode 4 - Levity

With Sue Perkins, Frank Skinner and Josh Widdicombe.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:10am (repeat)
Bad Robots. Copyright: Objective Productions

Bad Robots

Series 1, Episode 6

It's the last episode of the series and the robots are going out with a bang.

BBC One Scotland. Copyright: BBC 12:15am (repeat)
Boomers. Maureen (Stephanie Beacham). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Boomers

Series 2, Episode 1 - Camping

Celebrating Trevor's birthday and anniversary on a campsite, Joyce, Maureen and Carol strike up an interesting new friendship with a strapping young Nordic man.

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:20am (repeat)
The Last Leg. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Adam Hills, Alex Brooker. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

The Last Leg

Series 7, Episode 7

This week the boys are joined by broadcaster Jonathan Ross.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:40am
50 min version
(repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 14, Episode 8

More facts, polls, figures and laughs. Host Jimmy Carr is once again joined by team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson as they discuss the topical events that set the great British public's chins wagging.

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Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Andy Parsons, Chris Addison. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 11, Episode 11

Milton Jones, Katherine Ryan and Josh Widdicombe are the guests appearing in this one.

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The Aliens

Episode 4

With his suspicions of Lewis growing, Truss decides to follow him into Troy and soon discovers Lewis' secret that he's half alien. But when he is spotted in Troy by the Alien League, a movement that fights for alien equality, they gang together to hunt him down. It is down to Lewis to get Truss out of Troy before the Alien League find him...

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Fresh Meat. Image shows from L to R: Vod (Zawe Ashton), JP (Jack Whitehall), Kingsley (Joe Thomas), Josie (Kimberley Nixon), Oregon (Charlotte Ritchie), Howard (Greg McHugh). Copyright: Objective Productions / Lime Pictures

Fresh Meat

Series 4, Episode 6

Come the day of graduation there's revelations galore. But will our housemates be hosting the alternative Grad Ball to end all Grad Balls or will they have to flee Manchester under cover of darkness?

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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 4, Highlights Special

The traditional end of series repeat of the highlights.

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Shooting Stars

Series 5, Episode 6

With Nick Moran, Stuart Hall and Tess Daly.

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55 min version
(repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Image shows left to right: Ian Hislop, Paul Merton. Credit: Matt Crockett

Have I Got News For You

Series 48, Episode 9

With guest host Jack Dee, and panellists Joan Bakewell and Mark Watson.

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Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Patsy (Joanna Lumley), Edina (Jennifer Saunders). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Christmas Special - White Box

Having broken a promise to Saffy, Eddy's had the entire kitchen stripped back to bare white walls. Her daughter is not pleased, and orders that a normal room be restored immediately. Edina's sure she's seen the perfect room to model it on, but she cannot recall where...

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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 6, Episode 4 - Compulsion

When Dorien starts bulk buying in chain stores, Sharon and Tracey feel that drastic measures are called for.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4am (repeat)
Joe Lycett

It's Not What You Know

Series 2, Episode 5

With writer and satirist Francis Wheen, Newsnight presenter Kirsty Wark; and comedian Andrew Maxwell.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30am (repeat)
The Mausoleum Club. Copyright: BBC

The Mausoleum Club

The Fall Of The Mausoleum Club, Episode 2 - The Charge Of The Boys' Brigade

The Stranger is holding the Club to ransom. He has given Miss Primrose orders to travel to South Africa and murder General Cheeseman.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
The Brothers

The Brothers

Episode 2, Gothic: Nigel is haunted, while Michael thinks he is Bruce Willis.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
Chain Reaction. Copyright: BBC

Chain Reaction

Series 11, Episode 5 - Sandi Toksvig interviews Roy Hudd

Comedian and broadcaster Sandi Toksvig talks to actor and comedian Roy Hudd in the year of his 80th birthday. Roy tells Sandi about his beginnings in showbusiness, reveals how Arthur Askey gave him a leg up in the early days and shares his favourite pantomime story courtesy of Tom O'Connor.

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