British Comedy Guide

Schedule Wednesday 18th May 2016

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

Doctor At Large

Episode 29 - A Situation Full Of Promise

Mike Upton has been promoted to Junior Registrar, so there's a vacancy for a Senior Houseman. Stuart-Clark is the hot favourite, and as Mike is on the selection board, it all looks promising.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:20am (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 2 - Little Monster's Birthday

Special guests Chris and Pui join Justin and Robert for Little Monster's very messy birthday party.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 7am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 1, Episode 7 - The Bengal Tiger

Terry is hired out by Arthur to act as a minder for a newsagent who is being threatened.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
Married. Robin Lightfoot (Hugh Bonneville). Copyright: BBC

Married

Series 2, Episode 3 - Betrayal

Divorced and penniless though he may be, Robin is about to discover that life can be sweet in his new universe - even if it is at someone else's expense.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:05am (repeat)
Ripping Yarns. Michael Palin. Copyright: BBC

Ripping Yarns

Series of comic plays written by Pythons Terry Jones and Michael Palin.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 11 - The Return Of Danger K

When an old enemy returns, Colonel K must come out of retirement to save the world from an outbreak of rudeness.

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

Boj

Episode 33 - Fun And Games

Poor Denzil keeps ruining all his friend's games by knocking everything over. But Boj comes up with a game where it's good to knock things down - Bojey-Bosh Bowling!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Welcome To Our Village, Please Invade Carefully. Katrina Lyons (Hattie Morahan). Copyright: BBC

Welcome To Our Village, Please Invade Carefully

Series 2, Episode 6 - Exit Strategy

Uljabaan is determined to fail his annual inspection, in order to be sent to a better posting. But he will need Kat and Lucy's help in order to make it work.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40am (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 4, Episode 6 - The Anniversary Party

Jean and Lionel are now officially engaged, and relationships are brought to the fore at Stephen and Penny's anniversary party.

ITV Encore 8am (repeat)
Mapp & Lucia. Image shows from L to R: Lucia (Geraldine McEwan), Mapp (Prunella Scales). Copyright: London Weekend Television / Rex

Mapp & Lucia

TV series based on the 1930s books by EF Benson. Prunella Scales and Geraldine McEwan star.

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

The Navy Lark

Series 6, Episode 17 - The Emperor Of Tratvia

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

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20am (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.

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

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Series 9, Episode 2

Radio Prune presents A Kick in the Arts, and So You Think You've Got a Feed Line?.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:55am (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 8, Episode 3 - Porn Yesterday

Albert Steptoe and his son Harold run a rag and bone business. Harold wants to move on in the world and leave home but his plans are always thwarted.

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Hank Zipzer. Image shows from L to R: Stan (Neil Fitzmaurice), Hank Zipzer (Nick James), Emily (Madeline Holliday), Rosa (Juliet Cowan)

Hank Zipzer

Series 1, Episode 1 - Classroom Catastrophe

Ms Adolf gives the pupils an assignment to write an essay about their summer holidays. Hank decides to build a model of his holiday at Niagara Falls.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

The Motion Show

Episode 4.6: Graeme Garden chairs the debating game with Gyles Brandreth, Steve Punt, Marcus Brigstocke and Andy Parsons.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:25am
10 min
Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Episode 32 - Balloons

Wussywat discovers balloons and how to blow them up.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9:25am (repeat)
Roy. Image shows from L to R: Becky (Martha Byrne), Maura (Cathy Belton), Bill (Simon Delaney). Copyright: JAM Media

Roy

Series 2, Episode 3 - Big Head

An act of kindness is exaggerated to heroic status and Roy's head gets bigger as he starts to believe the hype. As team captain, does he win the quiz and take the glory, even if it means alienating his friends?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
Train Tracks

Change At Oglethorpe

Episode 3, The Brew That Is True: The royal train's visit sparks turmoil for the rural railway station's new manager.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 2, Episode 27 - Faster And Faster

The Twirlywoos watch a couple rehearsing a ballroom dance, accompanied by a piano player.

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

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 16 - The Haunted House

Sooty bets Richard and Sweep that they can't spend the night in a haunted house. But in a bedroom full of creaking armour, hairy spiders and spooky paintings, will they be brave enough to stay?

Radio 4 11:30am
30 min
Phil Hammond

Polyoaks

Series 4, Episode 3 - Eight Days A Week

The staff of the dysfunctional West Country surgery have their work cut out to provide 'a truly seven-day service'.

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

Minder

Series 1, Episode 8 - Come In T-64, Your Time Is Ticking Away

There's serious trouble for a mini-cab firm in which Arthur has a stake. Drivers are being beaten up and their cars sabotaged. As more and more of them are frightened off, Arthur ropes Terry in as a driver to find out who is behind the bother.

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

The Navy Lark

Series 6, Episode 17 - The Emperor Of Tratvia

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

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:15pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 2, Episode 3 - Parisian Beauty

Ben is convinced the French exchange student they're housing, Sylvie, is eyeing him up... but who does she really fancy him? Michael is horrified when he discovers he'll have to share a room with Nick!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:15pm (repeat)
Hank Zipzer. Image shows from L to R: Stan (Neil Fitzmaurice), Hank Zipzer (Nick James), Emily (Madeline Holliday), Rosa (Juliet Cowan)

Hank Zipzer

Series 1, Episode 1 - Classroom Catastrophe

Ms Adolf gives the pupils an assignment to write an essay about their summer holidays. Hank decides to build a model of his holiday at Niagara Falls.

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

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Series 9, Episode 2

Radio Prune presents A Kick in the Arts, and So You Think You've Got a Feed Line?.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:55pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Ben (Daniel Roche), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey), Karen (Ramona Marquez), Sue (Claire Skinner), Pete (Hugh Dennis). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 5, Episode 4

Dad and Ben go on a winter camping trip where Ben shows off his survival skills. Jake has to decide about a gap year, and Mum has had enough of Stacey, the Australian goddaughter who is still staying.

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 1, Episode 2 - Inventor Of The Forty Foot Ferret

Blamire thinks it's about time that Compo went to church.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:25pm (repeat)
Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Episode 32 - Balloons

Wussywat discovers balloons and how to blow them up.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:35pm (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?

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

Twirlywoos

Series 2, Episode 27 - Faster And Faster

The Twirlywoos watch a couple rehearsing a ballroom dance, accompanied by a piano player.

U&Drama channel logo 1:40pm (repeat)
Bread. Image shows from L to R: Joey Boswell (Graham Bickley), Aveline Boswell (Melanie Hill), Nellie Boswell (Jean Boht), Grandad (Kenneth Waller), Shifty (Bryan Murray), Adrian Boswell (Jonathon Morris), Billy Boswell (Nick Conway), Freddie Boswell (Ronald Forfar). Copyright: BBC

Bread

Series 6, Episode 9

Adrian's new relationship with Irene has already hit a snag, Nellie becomes more concerned about Grandad when he starts becoming forgetful and Aveline is given a reality check by her agent.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:15pm (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 4, Episode 6 - The Anniversary Party

Jean and Lionel are now officially engaged, and relationships are brought to the fore at Stephen and Penny's anniversary party.

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 1, Episode 4 - Women's Troubles

Sharon and Dave are officially a couple. Tracey thinks she's pregnant, leading Dorien to set her up with her gynaecologist. It turns out to be a false alarm. Sharon on the other hand receives some surprising news, but it isn't great timing.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3pm (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.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:05pm (repeat)
The Joke Machine. Joke Master (Jarred Christmas). Copyright: Liberty Bell

The Joke Machine

Episode 35

Another two schools compete for joke-telling glory.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:10pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 1, Episode 6 - Still Life

The farmer's turned artist, but will Shaun and pals play along?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:20pm (repeat)
Zig And Zag. Copyright: JAM Media

Zig And Zag

Episode 2 - DI Why?

When Zig and Zag's kitchen stool gets broken in a pancake-tossing incident, Mr Jones suggests DIY.

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 7 - Hover-Bot

The Spot Bots are struggling to build a new toy.

U&Dave channel logo 4pm (repeat)
Harry Hill's TV Burp. Harry Hill. Copyright: Avalon Television

Harry Hill's TV Burp

Series 8, Episode 5

This week's episode featured a sparrow being bullied by a pigeon, Harry getting attacked by a shark, exploding bread, Robert Llewellyn teasing great things on Channel 5's How Do They Do It? and a rolling gorilla called Titus.

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

The Motion Show

Episode 4.6: Graeme Garden chairs the debating game with Gyles Brandreth, Steve Punt, Marcus Brigstocke and Andy Parsons.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:15pm (repeat)
In Loving Memory. Billy Henshaw (Christopher Beeny). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

In Loving Memory

Series 1, Episode 1 - In Loving Memory

Jeremiah Unsworth dies unexpectedly, leaving his undertakers' business to wife Ivy and new recruit nephew, Billy Henshaw.

CITV 4:30pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 47 - The Ball

The nasty tennis player is big and angry and wants his ball back - the one Mr Bean managed to throw onto the roof of a house across the road. Paralysed with vertigo, 60ft up on a window sill, Bean is eventually brought to earth by the helpful intervention of a neighbour's pet hamster.

U&Dave channel logo 4:30pm (repeat)
Harry Hill's TV Burp. Harry Hill. Copyright: Avalon Television

Harry Hill's TV Burp

Series 8, Episode 6

This week's episode featured Bruce Forsyth's chin on Channel 5's Secrets Of Egypt: Scorpion King, something exciting happening on Heartbeat and a finger in a steak and kidney pie.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:30pm (repeat)
So Awkward. Copyright: Channel X North

So Awkward

Series 1, Episode 4 - The Nox Factor

Lily and Jas compete to see who can suck up to Martha the most in order to get her spare ticket to see a talk given by famous, drop dead gorgeous science presenter, Dr Simon Nox.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30pm (repeat)
Train Tracks

Change At Oglethorpe

Episode 3, The Brew That Is True: The royal train's visit sparks turmoil for the rural railway station's new manager.

ITV Encore 4:35pm (repeat)
Mapp & Lucia. Image shows from L to R: Lucia (Geraldine McEwan), Mapp (Prunella Scales). Copyright: London Weekend Television / Rex

Mapp & Lucia

TV series based on the 1930s books by EF Benson. Prunella Scales and Geraldine McEwan star.

CITV 4:45pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 48 - Toothache

Bean is tormented by the toothache from hell, but his DIY attempts to pull it out fail, and he is left with no choice but to visit the dreaded dentist. Can Bean face the dentist's chair? Or will the dentist despair of him?

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On The Buses. Inspector Blake (Stephen Lewis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 5, Episode 10 - Stan's Uniform

When Stan's uniform is covered in filth by a blocked drain, he concocts a plan to get the company to pay for a new one. Somehow it works - but Arthur's been repainting the kitchen furniture...

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
Married. Robin Lightfoot (Hugh Bonneville). Copyright: BBC

Married

Series 2, Episode 3 - Betrayal

Divorced and penniless though he may be, Robin is about to discover that life can be sweet in his new universe - even if it is at someone else's expense.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 5:15pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Oakes (Barrie Rutter), 'Bunny' Warren (Sam Kelly), Norman Stanley Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Rudge (Daniel Peacock). Copyright: WitzEnd Productions

Porridge

Feature film based on the TV sitcom of the same name, featuring Ronnie Barker and the regular cast in the classic prison comedy.

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 3, Episode 5 - The Delivery Man

With Jeffrey away, it's inevitable that Anne will go into labour. Luckily George is on hand, motorbike, sidecar and all...

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Welcome To Our Village, Please Invade Carefully. Katrina Lyons (Hattie Morahan). Copyright: BBC

Welcome To Our Village, Please Invade Carefully

Series 2, Episode 6 - Exit Strategy

Uljabaan is determined to fail his annual inspection, in order to be sent to a better posting. But he will need Kat and Lucy's help in order to make it work.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:35pm (repeat)
Gigglebiz. Justin Fletcher. Copyright: BBC

Gigglebiz

Series 3, Episode 2

Sports reporter Keith Fitt tries (and fails) to demonstrate how to play badminton, naughty King Flannel has trouble with Lady Chatalot's constant chatting on the phone and enthusiastic wildlife park tour guide Sue Keeper gets all her facts wrong talking about llamas.

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 6, Episode 11 - Puppy Love

A Saturday night in sends Sharon, Tracey and Dorien in search of their first boyfriends. But it doesn't quite turn out how any of them expected.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6pm (repeat)
Zig And Zag. Copyright: JAM Media

Zig And Zag

Episode 3 - Jobsworth

Zig and Zag discover the joys of 'buying stuff', but to buy stuff you need money, and to get money you need a job!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:20pm (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 8, Episode 3 - Porn Yesterday

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.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
How to Be Bohemian. Victoria Coren Mitchell. Copyright: BBC

Heresy

Series 10, Episode 1

Victoria Coren Mitchell is joined by comedians Lloyd Langford and Katy Brand, and the artist Grayson Perry. They talk about French Style, God and Hitler.

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 1, Episode 2 - Inventor Of The Forty Foot Ferret

Blamire thinks it's about time that Compo went to church.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 15 - Quark Games

The heroes find themselves fighting for their lives on an alien world in Quark's latest money-spinning sports event.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 2, Episode 3 - Parisian Beauty

Ben is convinced the French exchange student they're housing, Sylvie, is eyeing him up... but who does she really fancy him? Michael is horrified when he discovers he'll have to share a room with Nick!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Mathew Baynton, Martha Howe-Douglas, Laurence Rickard. Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 3, Episode 2

There is plenty of "goo and poo" today, as some medieval knights discover the most disgusting way to attack a castle.

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

The Navy Lark

Series 6, Episode 17 - The Emperor Of Tratvia

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

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 1, Episode 3

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

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

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Series 9, Episode 2

Radio Prune presents A Kick in the Arts, and So You Think You've Got a Feed Line?.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Ben (Daniel Roche), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey), Karen (Ramona Marquez), Sue (Claire Skinner), Pete (Hugh Dennis). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 5, Episode 4

Dad and Ben go on a winter camping trip where Ben shows off his survival skills. Jake has to decide about a gap year, and Mum has had enough of Stacey, the Australian goddaughter who is still staying.

U&Yesterday channel logo 8pm (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 3 - Bothered And Bewildered

Boycie decides his staff need to work harder and vows to sack the next employee he catches slacking. Mrs Cakeworthy is the first out the door, but she soon has her boss regretting her decision when the Londoner learns she is a witch. Elsewhere, Tyler has his own problems - he is traumatised by the school art class.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
Moone Boy. Image shows from L to R: Sean Murphy (Chris O'Dowd), Martin (David Rawle). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions / Sprout Pictures

Moone Boy

Series 2, Episode 4 - Handball Duel

Like all young lads in the early 90s, Martin wants a Sega Mega Drive... but Liam is having none of it: not only is this whole computer thing just a fad, work is slow and money is tight.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 8pm
60 min
Tonight At The London Palladium. Bradley Walsh

Tonight At The London Palladium

Series 3, Episode 6

This episode features 80s band ABC, pop star Nathan Sykes, the cast of the musical Guys and Dolls, comedy from Steve Williams, a special collaboration between Gregory Porter and classical guitarist Milos, and some spectacular acrobatics from Sons Company Teeterboard and trapeze artists Hugo and Katherine.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 2, Episode 3 - Disturbing The Peace

The prisoners look forward to a more relaxed life when Mr Mackay leaves - but he's soon replaced by Wainwright, the toughest screw in the system. When he moves Mr. Barrowclough from the cells to the prison farm, the inmates decide enough is enough.

CITV 8:25pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 47 - The Ball

The nasty tennis player is big and angry and wants his ball back - the one Mr Bean managed to throw onto the roof of a house across the road. Paralysed with vertigo, 60ft up on a window sill, Bean is eventually brought to earth by the helpful intervention of a neighbour's pet hamster.

U&Yesterday channel logo 8:40pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Lord Smedley / The Scarlet Pimpernel (Nigel Planer). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Black Adder The Third, Episode 3 - Nob And Nobility

The Scarlet Pimpernel is at the height of his activities sneaking aristocrats out of revolutionary France, and Blackadder is not too pleased at the sudden overrunning of London with the objectionable garlic-munchers. He decides to prove the Pimpernel's actions as overrated by rescuing an aristo himself - or not...

CITV 8:40pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 48 - Toothache

Bean is tormented by the toothache from hell, but his DIY attempts to pull it out fail, and he is left with no choice but to visit the dreaded dentist. Can Bean face the dentist's chair? Or will the dentist despair of him?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (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 3 - Job

Miranda heads to the gym and, after a fuchsia-face-inducing workout, decides it's perhaps not quite for her. She must therefore find a way of getting out of her water-tight contract with the gym.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: Andrew Flintoff, Jamie Redknapp, Jack Whitehall, James Corden

A League Of Their Own

US Road Trip, Episode 2

As James, Jack, Jamie and Freddie's American adventure continues, they go head to head in a batting battle at the home of baseball team the LA Angels.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm
50 min version
(repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 13, Episode 9

Jimmy Carr asks 'what has the nation been talking about this week?'. This week he probably wishes he didn't have to...

Comedy Central 9pm
60 min version
(repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Sara Pascoe, Jon Richardson, Nathan Caton. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 10, Episode 4 - Jon Richardson, Sara Pascoe, Nathan Caton

Jon Richardson presents special guests Sara Pascoe and Nathan Caton.

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

QI

Series K, Episode 13 - Kitchen Sink

With Jason Manford, Richard Osman and Victoria Wood.

Talking Pictures TV 9:05pm (repeat)
I'm All Right Jack. Copyright: Charter Film Productions

I'm All Right Jack

An upper-class dimwit is thrown onto the shop floor by his uncle in an attempt to provoke a strike. With Ian Carmichael, Terry-Thomas & Peter Sellers.

U&Yesterday channel logo 9:20pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Mr. Edmund Blackadder, Esquire (Rowan Atkinson). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Black Adder The Third, Episode 4 - Sense And Senility

As the British anarchist movement grows in number, the Prince becomes more wary of threats upon his life. He is also increasingly interested in the theatre, and seeks acting tuition from two leading thespians.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40pm (repeat)
The Interviews. Copyright: North One Television

The Interviews

Series 2, Episode 2 - Barry Humphries

The spotlight shines on Barry Humphries, via his larger-than-life alter egos Dame Edna Everage and Les Patterson.

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 8, Episode 3 - Porn Yesterday

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.

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (repeat)
Very British Problems. Susan Calman

Very British Problems

Series 2, Episode 2 - Friends

Some of Britain's best-known comedians and famous faces share their anecdotal experiences and observations on the peculiar behaviour of Brits with friends. Britain is officially not very friendly, ranking way down as the 55th friendliest country in the world. While Americans have up to seven close friends, and the French have four, Brits can count their innermost circle on the fingers of... two fingers.

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.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm (repeat)
Casino Royale. Image shows left to right: Evelyn Tremble (James Bond - 007) (Peter Sellers), Vesper Lynd (007) (Ursula Andress). Credit: Columbia Pictures

Casino Royale

Extravagant 007 spoof in which Sir James Bond is brought out of retirement to save the world from criminal organisation SMERSH.

Comedy Central 10pm (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 6 - Fundraiser

When Abbey Grove falls into financial ruin, can Alfie come up with a plan to save the school?

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Lucy Porter, Stephen Fry, Ross Noble, Matt Lucas. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series M, Episode 1 - A Medley Of Maladies

With Lucy Porter, Ross Noble and Matt Lucas.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
60 min
Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish. Dave Gorman

Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish

Dave Gorman Goodish Hits, Highlights Special - Series 2 highlights

This episode reveals the best bits from Series 2 of Dave Gorman's Modern Life Is Goodish. There are also some
scenes which have never before been seen on British TV.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Welcome To Our Village, Please Invade Carefully. Katrina Lyons (Hattie Morahan). Copyright: BBC

Welcome To Our Village, Please Invade Carefully

Series 2, Episode 6 - Exit Strategy

Uljabaan is determined to fail his annual inspection, in order to be sent to a better posting. But he will need Kat and Lucy's help in order to make it work.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10:10pm (repeat)
Plebs. Image shows from L to R: Grumio (Ryan Sampson), Stylax (Joel Fry)

Plebs

Series 3, Episode 8 - The Weatherist

The boys meet their new neighbour, a weatherman. Marcus uses the forecast of a small tremor to bring excitement to his relationship with Delphine. Stylax tries his luck with an attractive new colleague, while Grumio discovers Indian food.

BT Sport 10:30pm
60 min
The Football's On. Copyright: BT Sport

The Football's On

Series 3, Episode 17

Ian Stone returns for more football chat.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Start/Stop. Barney (Jack Docherty). Copyright: BBC

Start/Stop

Series 1, Episode 4

This week a Barbecue proves painful for everyone.

Comedy Central 10:35pm (repeat)
Stand Up Central. Russell Howard

Stand Up Central

Series 1, Episode 6

Russell talks weird people, twerking, Geordie Shore, and answers questions on the Yorkshire accent and penis puppy. His guests are Andrew Maxwell and Phil Wang.

U&Yesterday channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
Steptoe And Son. Image shows from L to R: Albert Steptoe (Wilfrid Brambell), Harold Steptoe (Harry H. Corbett). Copyright: BBC

Steptoe And Son

Series 8, Episode 4 - The Seven Steptoerai

Albert Steptoe and his son Harold run a rag and bone business. Harold wants to move on in the world and leave home but his plans are always thwarted.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40pm (repeat)
Comic Roots. Copyright: BBC

Comic Roots

Series 2, Episode 1 - Michael Palin

Michael Palin looks back in languor at his meteoric rise to stardom from Sheffield.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:50pm
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 8

This edition of the show sees Jimmy Carr, Sean Lock and Jon Richardson joined by Rhod Gilbert, Sarah Millican, Gregg Wallace and Kate Silverton to debate the hot topics of the week by examining surveys, opinion polls and statistics; from the silly to the serious, from celebrity gossip to world politics.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Chris Addison, Dara O Briain, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 12, Episode 1

Dara, Hugh, Chris and Andy return for a brand new series. The guests for the first episode are Milton Jones, Josh Widdicombe and Katherine Ryan.

Radio 4 11pm
15 min
BBC Audio Drama Awards 2015. Lenny Henry. Copyright: BBC

Lenny Henry: Rogue's Gallery

Series 1, Episode 1 - I Never Forget a Face

Episode one is the story of a modern day miracle, as witnessed by a blind man.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Two Thousand Years Of Radio. Marcus Brigstocke

Two Thousand Years Of Radio

Series 1, Episode 3 - Radio Crusade Roadshow

Join DJ Steve-in-the-Afternoon on his AD 1200 Christian Crusade Roadshow, as he gathers up an army of children and the plague-ridden to find salvation and a sun tan in the Holy Land.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:15pm (repeat)
Guy Browning's Small Talk

Guy Browning's Small Talk

Episode 2.1, How to Kiss: The writer enumerates the many and varied methods of engendering facial contact, and where it might lead.

U&Yesterday channel logo 11:20pm (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 2, Episode 4 - Mother Earth

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

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20pm (repeat)
Come Fly With Me. Image shows from L to R: David Walliams, Matt Lucas

Come Fly With Me

Episode 4

There's a bumpy ride ahead for husband-and-wife pilot team Simon and Jackie when Simon's one-night stand is rostered onto their flight to Barcelona.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Lucy Montgomery's Variety Pack. Lucy Montgomery. Copyright: BBC

Lucy Montgomery's Variety Pack

Series 2, Episode 2

A free newspaper turns out not to be free, some interns arrive at a fashion agency, a local shop adds a personalised VIP shopping service and an alien pitches a movie.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:40pm
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 9

The boys and their guests thrash out the hot topics of the week by examining surveys, opinion polls and statistics; from the silly to the serious, from celebrity gossip to world politics. With guests Nick Grimshaw, Rachel Riley, Peter Serafinowicz and Daniel Sloss.

U&Dave channel logo 11:40pm (repeat)
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 3, Episode 5

Gina Yashere is back to be on Hugh Dennis and Frankie Boyle's team again. Meanwhile Ed Byrne and Russell Howard make up Andy Parsons's side.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation Midnight (repeat)
The IT Crowd. Image shows from L to R: Moss (Richard Ayoade), Jen (Katherine Parkinson), Roy (Chris O'Dowd). Copyright: TalkbackThames

The IT Crowd

Series 2, Episode 1 - The Work Outing

When the dashing Philip from the sixth floor pops in to ask Jen to the theatre, she accepts right away. But, to her annoyance, so do Moss and Roy.

U&Drama channel logo 12:15am (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 11 - Puppy Love

A Saturday night in sends Sharon, Tracey and Dorien in search of their first boyfriends. But it doesn't quite turn out how any of them expected.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 12:15am (repeat)
I Want My Wife Back. Image shows from L to R: Bex (Caroline Catz), Murray (Ben Miller)

I Want My Wife Back

Episode 5

Bex moves in with her sister - just as Murray arrives with some news: he has quit his job in order to focus on their marriage. But he is quickly disappointed by Bex's response.

U&Dave channel logo 12:20am
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series K, Episode 13 - Kitchen Sink

With Jason Manford, Richard Osman and Victoria Wood.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:30am (repeat)
Vic Reeves Big Night Out. Image shows from L to R: Bob Mortimer, Vic Reeves, Les (Fred Aylward). Copyright: Channel X

Vic Reeves Big Night Out

Cult comedy in which Vic Reeves and Bob Mortimer present some very surreal comedy.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:30am (repeat)
Bad Robots. Copyright: Objective Productions

Bad Robots

Series 1, Episode 1

In this first episode, student Barney ties himself in knots when posting a fragile wedding present using the TezCorp Frank and Send machine, and a photo booth believes its users would prefer to have their passport photo printed on a shower curtain or a duvet cover.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:35am (repeat)
The IT Crowd. Image shows from L to R: Moss (Richard Ayoade), Jen (Katherine Parkinson), Roy (Chris O'Dowd). Copyright: TalkbackThames

The IT Crowd

Series 2, Episode 2 - Return Of The Golden Child

Moss uncovers an internet site that takes people's personal details and calculates when they will die.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1am (repeat)
The Comic Strip presents The Hunt For Tony Blair. Image shows from L to R: Alastair Campbell (Harry Enfield), Margaret Thatcher (Jennifer Saunders), Tony Blair (Stephen Mangan). Copyright: Comic Strip Productions

The Comic Strip Presents...

Episode 1 - The Hunt For Tony Blair

The Comic Strip team return for a special 50s-style 'fugitive' film noir spoof. Prime Minister Tony Blair is wanted for murder and is on the run.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 1am (repeat)
Bad Robots. Copyright: Objective Productions

Bad Robots

Series 1, Episode 2

The machines have had enough. No longer will they stand for being bashed about, kicked around and taken for granted. The Bad Robots are out for revenge...

ITV Encore 1:05am (repeat)
Love And Marriage. Image shows from L to R: Ken Paradise (Duncan Preston), Pauline Paradise (Alison Steadman), Tommy Sutherland (Larry Lamb), Rowan Holdaway (Celia Imrie). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Love And Marriage

Episode 4

Pauline's sister Rowan fears that her unconventional family is falling apart.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 1:15am (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.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 1:15am (repeat)
On The Buses. Stan Butler (Reg Varney). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 6, Episode 3 - Private Hire

Stan is in an awkward position, somewhere between the dog track, his wages, and Mum's housekeeping money! After borrowing a small amount to tide him over from depot lout Basher, Stan's ready to do almost anything for money!

U&Dave channel logo 1:20am (repeat)
Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish. Dave Gorman

Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish

Dave Gorman Goodish Hits, Highlights Special - Series 2 highlights

This episode reveals the best bits from Series 2 of Dave Gorman's Modern Life Is Goodish. There are also some
scenes which have never before been seen on British TV.

Comedy Central Extra 1:30am (repeat)
The Alternative Comedy Experience. Copyright: Comedy Central

The Alternative Comedy Experience

Series 1, Episode 11 - Love Me

Tonight Maeve Higgins is joined by Andy Zaltzman, Glenn Wool, Stephen Carlin and ridiculously funny Aussie Sam Simmons. Stewart Lee meets the acts backstage.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 1:40am (repeat)
On The Buses. Stan Butler (Reg Varney). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 6, Episode 4 - Stan's Worst Day

Damage to the bus causes Stan, Jack and Blakey to remember the week Blake was first promoted to inspector, and Arthur came to rent the Butlers' spare room.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 1:40am (repeat)
Glitchy. Ryan Sampson. Copyright: Talkback

Glitchy

Episode 5

This week, German design guru Andreas Kauffman gives a greasy spoon café a makeover; Watch presents Murder Homes Under The Hammer; and the Real Jockey Housewives go to have their tarot cards read.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2am (repeat)
Ripping Yarns. Michael Palin. Copyright: BBC

Ripping Yarns

Series of comic plays written by Pythons Terry Jones and Michael Palin.

U&Dave channel logo 2:20am (repeat)
QI Titles. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series C, Episode 9 - Creatures

With Helen Atkinson-Wood, Andy Hamilton and Bill Bailey.

London Live 2:30am (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

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

Comedy Central Extra 2:30am (repeat)
Dylan Moran Live: Yeah, Yeah. Dylan Moran. Copyright: Universal Pictures

Dylan Moran Live: Yeah, Yeah

Dylan Moran spreads a little happiness in this TV broadcast of his 2011 show Yeah, Yeah.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:35am (repeat)
Comic Roots. Copyright: BBC

Comic Roots

Series 2, Episode 1 - Michael Palin

Michael Palin looks back in languor at his meteoric rise to stardom from Sheffield.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:05am (repeat)
Creature Comforts. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Creature Comforts

Animated thoughts from the animal kingdom.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20am (repeat)
A Bit Of Fry & Laurie. Image shows from L to R: Stephen Fry, Hugh Laurie

A Bit Of Fry & Laurie

Series 2, Episode 3

Sketches include made-up swearing, Hugh's girlfriends and bottom fondling.

ITV Encore 3:45am (repeat)
Mapp & Lucia. Image shows from L to R: Lucia (Geraldine McEwan), Mapp (Prunella Scales). Copyright: London Weekend Television / Rex

Mapp & Lucia

TV series based on the 1930s books by EF Benson. Prunella Scales and Geraldine McEwan star.

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

The Motion Show

Episode 4.6: Graeme Garden chairs the debating game with Gyles Brandreth, Steve Punt, Marcus Brigstocke and Andy Parsons.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30am (repeat)
Train Tracks

Change At Oglethorpe

Episode 3, The Brew That Is True: The royal train's visit sparks turmoil for the rural railway station's new manager.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
Married. Robin Lightfoot (Hugh Bonneville). Copyright: BBC

Married

Series 2, Episode 3 - Betrayal

Divorced and penniless though he may be, Robin is about to discover that life can be sweet in his new universe - even if it is at someone else's expense.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
Welcome To Our Village, Please Invade Carefully. Katrina Lyons (Hattie Morahan). Copyright: BBC

Welcome To Our Village, Please Invade Carefully

Series 2, Episode 6 - Exit Strategy

Uljabaan is determined to fail his annual inspection, in order to be sent to a better posting. But he will need Kat and Lucy's help in order to make it work.

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