British Comedy Guide

Schedule Thursday 21st April 2016

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (repeat)
Doctor At Large. Michael Upton (Barry Evans). Copyright: London Weekend Television

Doctor At Large

Episode 11 - Saturday Matinee

When Stuart-Clark buzzes off with a bird leaving Upton in charge of the Harley Street practice, it looks like a long afternoon with nothing to do - until the Minister arrives... And the lady for the bears...

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:25am (repeat)
Justin's House. Image shows from L to R: Justin (Justin Fletcher), Little Monster, Robert the Robert (Steven Kynman). Copyright: BBC

Justin's House

Series 2, Episode 20 - Justin Times

Helped by a giant potato and CBeebies' Andy Day, Justin and Robert do their best to print the Justin Times.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7am (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 5, Episode 7

Hyacinth is excited to learn that Emmet is rehearsing for an amateur musical. Daisy is growing increasingly frustrated at Onslow's lack of romantic interest - and he vice versa!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
All The Young Dudes. Patrick (Jim Sweeney)

All The Young Dudes

Series 1, Episode 4 - Girls Talk

After meeting an old school friend, Moira takes Helen and Maria out for the night whilst Patrick, Billy and Joe go on a stag night for someone they don't know. The time they spend apart strengthens everyone's relationships.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:25am (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 21 - From Duck To Dawn

This episode sees the return of the villainous vegetarian vampire Count Duckula, who is determined to take over the world with a chorus-line of formidable dancing vegetables...

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

Sorry!

Series 7, Episode 4 - Flying Lessons

Timothy finds his dream girl but his mother blackmails him into standing her up.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:30am (repeat)
Boj. Copyright: Pesky Productions

Boj

Episode 14 - Song For Mimi

It's Mimi's birthday! Pops makes Mimi a drum kit. Boj wants to create his own present for Mimi but can't find a quiet spot to record his special song for her. So instead Boj re-mixes all those noises made by her friends in Giggly Park - sounds which Mimi loves and gets everyone dancing at her party.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Don't Make Me Laugh. David Baddiel. Copyright: So Radio / Fierce Tears

Don't Make Me Laugh

Series 2, Episode 1

Richard Osman, Clive Anderson, Nick Helm and Yasmine Akram have to go at trying not to make an audience laugh.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:45am (repeat)
Class Dismissed. Copyright: BBC

Class Dismissed

Series 1, Episode 3 - Shakespeare

It is Shakespeare Day at Dockbridge High.

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 2, Episode 5 - Misunderstandings

Jean and Lionel bump into Jean's sister-in-law and get asked to stay with her in the country for the weekend. Jean insists on saying they've only known each other a few months, but the fib soon catches up with them.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
Typewriter

The Small, Intricate Life Of Gerald C. Potter

Episode 2.1, The Banquet: The author writes off his car as a result of trying to help wife Diana find inspiration.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
Radio Active. Image shows left to right: Angus Deayton, Philip Pope, Helen Atkinson-Wood, Michael Fenton Stevens

Radio Active

Episode 7.5, Minorities Programme: Under threat from the authorities, the station targets community relations.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40am (repeat)
The Brittas Empire. Gordon Brittas (Chris Barrie). Copyright: BBC

The Brittas Empire

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

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 8:55am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 9, Episode 13 - For A Few Dollars More

Penniless and in danger of being deported from Australia, Arthur and Ray try to raise funds for the airfare home.

ITV Encore 9am (repeat)
Outside Edge. Image shows from L to R: Maggie Costello (Josie Lawrence), Kevin Costello (Timothy Spall), Miriam Dervish (Brenda Blethyn), Roger Dervish (Robert Daws). Copyright: Central Independent Television

Outside Edge

Series 3, Episode 1

It's a momentous day for the Brent Park Cricket Club as the team prepare for the opening ceremony of their new pitch and pavilion.

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 16th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

Talking Pictures TV 9:20am (repeat)
Folly To Be Wise

Folly To Be Wise

A repeat of this 1953 film.

ITV Encore 9:25am (repeat)
Outside Edge. Image shows from L to R: Maggie Costello (Josie Lawrence), Kevin Costello (Timothy Spall), Miriam Dervish (Brenda Blethyn), Roger Dervish (Robert Daws). Copyright: Central Independent Television

Outside Edge

Series 3, Episode 2

A motorised lawn-mover - a present from Kevin and Maggie to Roger and Mim - turns into a star performance.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9:25am (repeat)
4 O'Clock Club. Mr Bell (Simon Lowe). Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Club

Series 3, Episode 11 - Quiche

Josh is planning to take Rachel to a music festival. But when Mum insists Josh goes with Dexter instead, Josh has to try to get a spare ticket for the sold out festival from nerdy Natalie. Trouble is, Natalie has promised the ticket to Nero.

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

Beachcomber... By The Way

Series 3, Episode 6

The adventures of the characters from JB Morton's column.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 2, Episode 9 - Louder And Louder

The Twirlywoos find out how to make loud noises when they play on a drum kit. Back in the Boat, Great BigHoo competes with the Hooter to see who can make the loudest sound.

CITV 9:50am (repeat)
Sooty. Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 23 - Run Rabbit Run

Richard is nervous when he finds out the park is due for an inspection. Sooty builds a robot to help him tidy, and everything is soon spotless - if only Soo's rabbit wasn't on the loose.

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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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20am (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Karen (Ramona Marquez), Sue (Claire Skinner), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey), Pete (Hugh Dennis), Ben (Daniel Roche). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 3, Episode 1

Gran takes the Brockman family for a day out seeing the sights of London.

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

The Green Green Grass

Series 2, Episode 1 - Testing Times

Sleepless nights, confusion over chemicals and an EU farm inspection - just a normal day on the farm for Boycie and Marlene.... until Boycie loses his hair!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
Typewriter

The Small, Intricate Life Of Gerald C. Potter

Episode 2.1, The Banquet: The author writes off his car as a result of trying to help wife Diana find inspiration.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
Radio Active. Image shows left to right: Angus Deayton, Philip Pope, Helen Atkinson-Wood, Michael Fenton Stevens

Radio Active

Episode 7.5, Minorities Programme: Under threat from the authorities, the station targets community relations.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Miami Twice, Christmas Special - Oh To Be In England

Del and Rodney arrive in Miami and things start to go wrong immediately. Nothing too dramatic, though, until Del is mistaken for a local mafia godfather and his henchmen want him as a decoy!

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

Twirlywoos

Series 2, Episode 9 - Louder And Louder

The Twirlywoos find out how to make loud noises when they play on a drum kit. Back in the Boat, Great BigHoo competes with the Hooter to see who can make the loudest sound.

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 8, Episode 11 - Mistaken Identikit

Terry loves to be the centre of attention, but when he discovers he bears an uncanny resemblance to a criminal, he wishes the spotlight would focus on someone else.

Talking Pictures TV 2pm (repeat)
Nurse On Wheels poster

Nurse On Wheels

Comedy about a rural village's new district nurse and her romantic entanglements.

London Live 2pm (repeat)
John And Julie. Image shows from L to R: Julie (Lesley Dudley), John (Colin Gibson)

John And Julie

Comedy starring Sid James and Peter Sellers, following the adventures of two small children who run off to watch the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II.

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 7 - Three Up, Two Down

With Darryl back inside, the business dead, and money equally unforthcoming, Sharon and Tracey are forced to consider selling Dalentrace and moving somewhere cheaper. Garth considers moving in with his girlfriend.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:35pm (repeat)
Class Dismissed. Copyright: BBC

Class Dismissed

Series 1, Episode 3 - Shakespeare

It is Shakespeare Day at Dockbridge High.

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 2, Episode 5 - Misunderstandings

Jean and Lionel bump into Jean's sister-in-law and get asked to stay with her in the country for the weekend. Jean insists on saying they've only known each other a few months, but the fib soon catches up with them.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:05pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 3, Episode 7 - Hard To Swallow

The Flock are delighted when a bird-watcher drops his duck call in their field and Shaun uses it to entertain them. However, swallowing the duck call isn't what he had in mind - and the ducks aren't too happy either.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:15pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 3, Episode 8 - Mission Inboxible

The Farmer is engrossed in trying to set up his new computer. The Flock take the opportunity of his back being turned to have a game of football. When the ball accidentally lands inside the farmhouse, under the nose of the Farmer, Shaun comes up with an ingenious disguise to help him retrieve it.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20pm (repeat)
The Brittas Empire. Gordon Brittas (Chris Barrie). Copyright: BBC

The Brittas Empire

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

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 3:30pm (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.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 3:40pm (repeat)
Spot Bots. Copyright: BBC

Spot Bots

Episode 14 - Arm Trouble

Lexi's arm falls off, so the Spot Bots play zooples as they wait for the glue to dry.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 3:55pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 10, Episode 1 - A Fridge Too Far

Arthur needs to raise money for a foolproof scheme. His schemes range from insurance fraud to pawning his wife's jewellery.

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 16th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:10pm (repeat)
Doctor At Large. Michael Upton (Barry Evans). Copyright: London Weekend Television

Doctor At Large

Episode 12 - Where There's A Will ...

Why do there seem to be suspicious circumstances surrounding the death of old Mr. Medwin? Because there's a bunch of greedy relatives who can't wait to get their hands on his money! Why should his doctor have nightmares over the whole business? Clue: his doctor is Michael Upton!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:30pm
30 min
4 O'Clock Club. Image shows from L to R: Nero Johnson (Akai Osei), Dexter (Jason Callender). Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Club

Series 5, Episode 9 - Babysitting

Nero is left at home to look after Amber - but trouble comes when Amber decides she doesn't want to be babysat.

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

Beachcomber... By The Way

Series 3, Episode 6

The adventures of the characters from JB Morton's column.

ITV Encore 4:40pm (repeat)
Outside Edge. Image shows from L to R: Maggie Costello (Josie Lawrence), Kevin Costello (Timothy Spall), Miriam Dervish (Brenda Blethyn), Roger Dervish (Robert Daws). Copyright: Central Independent Television

Outside Edge

Series 3, Episode 3

Bob is staying at the Dervishes, having been thrown out by Ginnie. Mim does her best to cheer him up - but she can't get far.

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On The Buses. Jack Harper (Bob Grant). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 4, Episode 2 - The Canteen Girl

Blakey's plan to marry one of the girls from the canteen and raise chickens in the country pleases Jack and Stan until they meet the new Inspector. They resolve to tell - or show - Blake the truth about his intended!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
All The Young Dudes. Patrick (Jim Sweeney)

All The Young Dudes

Series 1, Episode 4 - Girls Talk

After meeting an old school friend, Moira takes Helen and Maria out for the night whilst Patrick, Billy and Joe go on a stag night for someone they don't know. The time they spend apart strengthens everyone's relationships.

ITV Encore 5:15pm (repeat)
Outside Edge. Image shows from L to R: Maggie Costello (Josie Lawrence), Kevin Costello (Timothy Spall), Miriam Dervish (Brenda Blethyn), Roger Dervish (Robert Daws). Copyright: Central Independent Television

Outside Edge

Series 3, Episode 4

Kevin and Maggie have a painful discussion about their fertility problem - he cannot forgive Maggie for lying to him.

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

George & Mildred

Series 1, Episode 4 - Baby Talk

Now settled in their new home, Mildred starts thinking about children and begins investigating adoption processes. Will George put his foot in it again?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Don't Make Me Laugh. David Baddiel. Copyright: So Radio / Fierce Tears

Don't Make Me Laugh

Series 2, Episode 1

Richard Osman, Clive Anderson, Nick Helm and Yasmine Akram have to go at trying not to make an audience laugh.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:40pm (repeat)
Gigglebiz. Justin Fletcher. Copyright: BBC

Gigglebiz

Series 4, Episode 9

Lovable Humphrey accidentally causes chaos in his local library, and clumsy antiques expert Ann Teak examines a newspaper containing the world's first crossword puzzle.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Karen (Ramona Marquez), Sue (Claire Skinner), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey), Pete (Hugh Dennis), Ben (Daniel Roche). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 3, Episode 1

Gran takes the Brockman family for a day out seeing the sights of London.

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 5, Episode 6 - Dead Loss

Sharon's mother-in-law dies and Chris is granted 24 hours compassionate leave from prison. Chris uses this to disappear. Sharon and Tony set about tracking him down.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:15pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 4, Episode 28 - Duck!

When Shaun and the flock discover that a pair of nesting ducks have stolen their bedding to make a comfy new home up on top of Bitzer's kennel, the battle is on to set things straight.

Talking Pictures TV 6:30pm (repeat)
Happy Go Lovely

Happy Go Lovely

A repeat of this 1951 film.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Don't Make Me Laugh. David Baddiel. Copyright: So Radio / Fierce Tears

Don't Make Me Laugh

Series 2, Episode 2

David Baddiel hosts, with guests Omid Djalili, Sara Pascoe, Russell Kane and Adam Hess.

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

The Green Green Grass

Series 2, Episode 1 - Testing Times

Sleepless nights, confusion over chemicals and an EU farm inspection - just a normal day on the farm for Boycie and Marlene.... until Boycie loses his hair!

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 30, Episode 1 - Some Adventures Of The Inventor Of The Mother Stitch

When Hobbo discovers that the newly divorced Morton is lonely and depressed, what else should a former milkman and undercover spy do but find him a good friend.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:45pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 21 - From Duck To Dawn

This episode sees the return of the villainous vegetarian vampire Count Duckula, who is determined to take over the world with a chorus-line of formidable dancing vegetables...

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Mathew Baynton. Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 1, Episode 9

A Victorian inspector checks that school is suitably cruel, HHTV News reports live from the Great Plague and Thumbelina drowns in poo.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
Typewriter

The Small, Intricate Life Of Gerald C. Potter

Episode 2.1, The Banquet: The author writes off his car as a result of trying to help wife Diana find inspiration.

7pm
3 min
12 Sketches In A London House

12 Sketches In A London House

Episode 12 - Whole House

The art to a good sale is to know when to call it a day... or, as Winston Churchill once said, "Never, never, never, give up."

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 4, Episode 5 - Happy Birthday Arkwright

What does Arkwright want for his birthday? Certainly not a visit from the man from the Good Shop Guide.

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 4, Episode 2 - Country Retreat

Plans to buy a weekend retreat in the country take an unexpected turn when Hyacinth is keen to avoid giving estate agents the impression that they can only afford a small cottage.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 7:30pm (repeat)
Walking The Dogs. The Queen (Emma Thompson). Copyright: Sprout Pictures

Walking The Dogs

Touching comedy drama based on the events of an intruder breaking into the Queen's bedroom. Stars Emma Thompson as the monarch.

BBC Two 7:30pm (repeat)
Victoria Wood: Seen On TV. Victoria Wood. Copyright: BBC

Victoria Wood: Seen On TV

A look back at Victoria Wood's hugely successful television career.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
Radio Active. Image shows left to right: Angus Deayton, Philip Pope, Helen Atkinson-Wood, Michael Fenton Stevens

Radio Active

Episode 7.5, Minorities Programme: Under threat from the authorities, the station targets community relations.

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

Christmas Special - Mother Nature's Son

Rodney's talk of environmental pollution brings him a strange ally when Del becomes a friend of the Earth. Of course, he's got a scam going and it involves a joint venture with the Water Board - but they are a silent partner!

BBC Two Wales. Copyright: BBC 8pm (repeat)
Victoria Wood: Seen On TV. Victoria Wood. Copyright: BBC

Victoria Wood: Seen On TV

A look back at Victoria Wood's hugely successful television career.

Comedy Central Extra 9pm (repeat)
Bad Education. Image shows left to right: Mitchell (Charlie Wernham), Stephen Carmichael (Layton Williams), Alfie (Jack Whitehall), Chantelle (Nikki Runeckles), Miss Gulliver (Sarah Solemani), Fraser (Mathew Horne), Joe (Ethan Lawrence), Rem Dogg (Jack Binstead), Jing (Kae Alexander). Credit: Tiger Aspect Productions

Bad Education

Series 2, Episode 2 - The American

Alfie is shocked by the arrival of a new teacher at Abbey Grove, Mr Schwimer, and even more shocked to learn that he will be taking over Alfie's own class.

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, Highlights Special - Have I Got 2014 News For You

A compilation of the popular satirical news quiz looking back at the big news stories of 2014. With team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop, and a variety of guest hosts.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:30pm (repeat)
Creature Comforts. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Creature Comforts

Animated thoughts from the animal kingdom.

Comedy Central Extra 9:35pm
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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
Big School. Image shows from L to R: Ms Baron (Frances de la Tour), Miss Postern (Catherine Tate), Mr Church (David Walliams), Mr Gunn (Philip Glenister). Copyright: BBC / King Bert Productions

Big School

Series 2, Episode 6

There's sharing aplenty in the final episode of the series, when Mr Gunn allows Mr Barber to stay with him and his mum. Mr Church and Miss Postern struggle with their own sharing arrangements.

U&Yesterday channel logo 10pm (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 2, Episode 2 - The Reluctant Traveller

Nurse Gladys Emmanuel and Arkwright are finally going to spend the night together at a hotel... with an over-tight money belt.

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

Mock The Week

Series 13, Episode 3

Angela Barnes, Miles Jupp, Romesh Ranganathan and Josh Widdicombe are the guests this week.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series L, Episode 8 - Lovely

With Aisling Bea, Tony Hawks and Josh Widdicombe.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Don't Make Me Laugh. David Baddiel. Copyright: So Radio / Fierce Tears

Don't Make Me Laugh

Series 2, Episode 1

Richard Osman, Clive Anderson, Nick Helm and Yasmine Akram have to go at trying not to make an audience laugh.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm
60 min
Celebrity Juice. Image shows from L to R: Holly Willoughby, Leigh Francis, Fearne Cotton. Copyright: Talkback

Celebrity Juice

Series 15, Episode 6

The guests this week are TV presenter Zoe Ball, actor Danny Dyer and X Factor 2015 finalists Reggie 'n' Bollie.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
65 min
Alan Carr: Chatty Man. Image shows from L to R: Michael McIntyre, Alan Carr. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Alan Carr: Chatty Man

Series 16, Episode 8 - Michael McIntyre, Naomi Campbell, Scarlett Moffatt, Jack Garratt

Michael McIntyre joins Alan to chat about his brand new BBC One show, Michael McIntyre's Big Show. Legendary supermodel Naomi Campbell stops by to chat about her new book. Also joining Alan on the sofa is Gogglebox's Scarlett Moffat who speaks about her new book Scarlett Says. Music this week is from Jack Garratt, performing his new single Surprise Yourself live in the studio.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (repeat)
The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Simon Cooper (Joe Thomas), Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird), Neil Sutherland (Blake Harrison), Jay Cartwright (James Buckley). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Series 3, Episode 5 - Will Is Home Alone

Will's mum is away for a weekend with old schoolfriend Fergus. Will is left home alone and the other boys take full advantage of the situation.

Fox 10:30pm
30 min
The Increasingly Poor Decisions Of Todd Margaret. Image shows from L to R: Brent Wilts (Will Arnett), Todd Margaret (David Cross). Copyright: RDF Television / Merman

The Increasingly Poor Decisions Of Todd Margaret

Series 3, Episode 2 - Todd Margaret Part 2

A famous soccer player stars in a commercial for Thunder Muscle, and Todd gets a new director of strategy. He seems to remember an ominous dream. Brent Wilts resurfaces and asks Todd for a favour.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
The Headset Set. Copyright: BBC

The Headset Set

Series 1, Episode 5

This week, The Headset Set receive the news that their colleague Dan has died. They react in their usual callous and manipulative way. Meanwhile, Ralph the trainer has a new trainee in Philip the artist.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:35pm (repeat)
The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Simon Cooper (Joe Thomas), Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird), Neil Sutherland (Blake Harrison), Jay Cartwright (James Buckley). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Series 3, Episode 6 - The Camping Trip

Will decides to organise one last trip for the gang before they go their separate ways. The four heroes pack the Fiat for a camping trip in the countryside. Will draws on all his scout training - the same however, cannot be said for Jay, Neil and Simon who aren't prepared for the great outdoors at all.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40pm (repeat)
Miranda. Image shows from L to R: Penny (Patricia Hodge), Stevie (Sarah Hadland), Miranda (Miranda Hart), Tilly (Sally Phillips), Gary (Tom Ellis). Copyright: BBC

Miranda

Series 3, Episode 6 - A Brief Encounter

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

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

Yes, Prime Minister

Series 1, Episode 3 - The Smoke Screen

Jim finds himself frustrated, as ever, by the conflicting demands of his colleagues, the Civil Service, and interest groups. This time the health of the nation is as stake as the Minister for Health puts forward anti-smoking proposals, whilst Jim is already struggling with the Treasury to find tax cuts.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10:50pm
30 min
@elevenish. Copyright: Talkback

@elevenish

Episode 6

With Rhys absent, Natasia takes over planning the show. Massive Dad take a look behind the scenes on Game Of Thrones' casting; Lolly and Natasia present a unique dance routine; Sarah Callaghan presents tips for a successful relationship; and there's Yoga with Relissa.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11pm
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 11, Episode 3

Guests Gok Wan, Sarah Millican, Seann Walsh and Amy Childs from The Only Way Is Essex, assist Jon, Jimmy and Sean to thrash out the hot topics of the week.

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Mock The Week

Series 2, Episode 6

Jo Brand joins Hugh Dennis and Frankie Boyle this week. Rory Bremner has Jeremy Hardy and John Oliver on his team.

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Down The Line

Series 5, Episode 4

More from the ground-breaking Radio 4 show, hosted by the legendary Gary Bellamy.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
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Old Harry's Game

Series 3, Episode 6 - The Final Reckoning

When God learns that all kinds of rules are being broken in Hell, he sends down some archangels to check out what is going on.

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Not Going Out

Series 2, Episode 2 - Gay

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

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Open All Hours

Series 2, Episode 3 - Fig Biscuits And Inspirational Toilet Rolls

Arkwright's marketing genius comes to the fore as he tries to shift some over-stocked items.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Sir Ralph Stanza's Letter From Salford

Sir Ralph Stanza's Letter From Salford

Episode 4, Recital Statistics: The poet-in-residence's mission to bring quiche to the Quays comes to its artistic climax.

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Mock The Week

Series 3, Highlights Special

Highlights from the third series.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:45pm (repeat)
Steven Appleby's Normal Life

Steven Appleby's Normal Life

Episode 2.4, Normal Things: The cartoonist has a very removing experience when an expert de-clutters his house.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 13, Episode 5

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

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Camping

Episode 3

Fi's planned trip to Monkey World is cast aside when the others decide to take an impromptu fishing trip.

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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.

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Birds Of A Feather

Series 5, Episode 6 - Dead Loss

Sharon's mother-in-law dies and Chris is granted 24 hours compassionate leave from prison. Chris uses this to disappear. Sharon and Tony set about tracking him down.

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Russell Howard's Good News

Series 9, Episode 3

Russell looks at more Ebola reaction, Ed Miliband's terrible week, Michael Jackson and British sperm.

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Camping

Episode 4

Robin makes an attempt to reignite his and Fi's sex life for his birthday, while Tom gets some bad news regarding his estranged wife.

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Shooting Stars

Series 7, Episode 3

Joining Vic, Bob, Ulrika, Jack and Angelos on the hit comedy quiz this week are Strictly dancer Brendan Cole, football pundit Chris Kamara, war correspondent John Simpson and Tulisa from top pop group N-Dubz.

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QI

Series L, Episode 11 - Lumped Together

With Ronni Ancona, Jimmy Carr and David Mitchell.

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Big School

Series 2, Episode 6

There's sharing aplenty in the final episode of the series, when Mr Gunn allows Mr Barber to stay with him and his mum. Mr Church and Miss Postern struggle with their own sharing arrangements.

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Plebs

Series 3, Episode 4 - The Cupid

The boys get cultured when Grumio is street-cast to play the part of Cupid in an upcoming play. Marcus becomes his agent and uses his new connections to impress Delphine. Stylax understudies the lead actor so he can meet some theatre groupies.

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Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 2, Episode 16

Tonight at the Comedy Store: Mick Ferry is no Lady Gaga fan; Neil Delamere puts olive oil in his ear; Andrew Lawrence has 'African sunset' hair; and Greg Burns is The Fonz.

London Live 1:45am (repeat)
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Desmond's

A selection of episodes from the fifth series of Channel 4's longest-running sitcom.

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@elevenish

Episode 6

With Rhys absent, Natasia takes over planning the show. Massive Dad take a look behind the scenes on Game Of Thrones' casting; Lolly and Natasia present a unique dance routine; Sarah Callaghan presents tips for a successful relationship; and there's Yoga with Relissa.

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

Not Going Out

Series 2, Episode 2 - Gay

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

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8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 8, Episode 3

Broadcaster Claudia Winkleman, comedians Mark Watson and Josie Long, and singer Jamelia join Jimmy Carr, Jason Manford and Sean Lock.

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Men Behaving Badly

A selection of episodes from the fifth series of the laddish sitcom.

Comedy Central Extra 2:30am (repeat)
Rhod Gilbert And The Cat That Looked Like Nicholas Lyndhurst. Rhod Gilbert

Rhod Gilbert And The Cat That Looked Like Nicholas Lyndhurst

Welsh wonder Rhod Gilbert performs his acclaimed stand-up show at the Hammersmith Apollo.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 8, Episode 5

David Walliams, Reginald D Hunter, Yvette Fielding and property expert Phil Spencer talk about Michael Jackson, the heatwave, the Queen and much more.

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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.

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Never Mind The Buzzcocks

Series 27, Episode 11

Dizzee Rascal takes on hosting duties. Joining team captains Phill Jupitus and Noel Fielding are Jamie Cullum, Aston Merrygold from JLS, singer Foxes and comedian Katherine Ryan.

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Beachcomber... By The Way

Beachcomber... By The Way

Series 3, Episode 6

The adventures of the characters from JB Morton's column.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
All The Young Dudes. Patrick (Jim Sweeney)

All The Young Dudes

Series 1, Episode 4 - Girls Talk

After meeting an old school friend, Moira takes Helen and Maria out for the night whilst Patrick, Billy and Joe go on a stag night for someone they don't know. The time they spend apart strengthens everyone's relationships.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
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Don't Make Me Laugh

Series 2, Episode 1

Richard Osman, Clive Anderson, Nick Helm and Yasmine Akram have to go at trying not to make an audience laugh.

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