Schedule Wednesday 18th May 2016
Doctor At Large
Episode 29 - A Situation Full Of PromiseMike 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.
Justin's House
Series 2, Episode 2 - Little Monster's BirthdaySpecial guests Chris and Pui join Justin and Robert for Little Monster's very messy birthday party.
Minder
Series 1, Episode 7 - The Bengal TigerTerry is hired out by Arthur to act as a minder for a newsagent who is being threatened.
Married
Series 2, Episode 3 - BetrayalDivorced 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.
Ripping Yarns
Series of comic plays written by Pythons Terry Jones and Michael Palin.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 11 - The Return Of Danger KWhen an old enemy returns, Colonel K must come out of retirement to save the world from an outbreak of rudeness.
Boj
Episode 33 - Fun And GamesPoor 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!
Welcome To Our Village, Please Invade Carefully
Series 2, Episode 6 - Exit StrategyUljabaan 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.
As Time Goes By
Series 4, Episode 6 - The Anniversary PartyJean and Lionel are now officially engaged, and relationships are brought to the fore at Stephen and Penny's anniversary party.
Mapp & Lucia
TV series based on the 1930s books by EF Benson. Prunella Scales and Geraldine McEwan star.
The Navy Lark
Series 6, Episode 17 - The Emperor Of TratviaClassic radio sitcom about life aboard a British Royal Navy frigate.
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.
I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again
Series 9, Episode 2Radio Prune presents A Kick in the Arts, and So You Think You've Got a Feed Line?.
Steptoe And Son
Series 8, Episode 3 - Porn YesterdayAlbert 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.
Hank Zipzer
Series 1, Episode 1 - Classroom CatastropheMs 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.
The Motion Show
Episode 4.6: Graeme Garden chairs the debating game with Gyles Brandreth, Steve Punt, Marcus Brigstocke and Andy Parsons.
Roy
Series 2, Episode 3 - Big HeadAn 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?
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.
Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 27 - Faster And FasterThe Twirlywoos watch a couple rehearsing a ballroom dance, accompanied by a piano player.
Sooty
Series 2, Episode 16 - The Haunted HouseSooty 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?
Polyoaks
Series 4, Episode 3 - Eight Days A WeekThe staff of the dysfunctional West Country surgery have their work cut out to provide 'a truly seven-day service'.
Minder
Series 1, Episode 8 - Come In T-64, Your Time Is Ticking AwayThere'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.
The Navy Lark
Series 6, Episode 17 - The Emperor Of TratviaClassic radio sitcom about life aboard a British Royal Navy frigate.
My Family
Series 2, Episode 3 - Parisian BeautyBen 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!
Hank Zipzer
Series 1, Episode 1 - Classroom CatastropheMs 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.
I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again
Series 9, Episode 2Radio Prune presents A Kick in the Arts, and So You Think You've Got a Feed Line?.
Outnumbered
Series 5, Episode 4Dad 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.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 1, Episode 2 - Inventor Of The Forty Foot FerretBlamire thinks it's about time that Compo went to church.
Porridge
Series 2, Episode 2 - Heartbreak HotelBeing 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?
Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 27 - Faster And FasterThe Twirlywoos watch a couple rehearsing a ballroom dance, accompanied by a piano player.
Bread
Series 6, Episode 9Adrian'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.
As Time Goes By
Series 4, Episode 6 - The Anniversary PartyJean and Lionel are now officially engaged, and relationships are brought to the fore at Stephen and Penny's anniversary party.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 1, Episode 4 - Women's TroublesSharon 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.
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.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 1, Episode 6 - Still LifeThe farmer's turned artist, but will Shaun and pals play along?
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.
Timmy Time
Spin-off from Shaun The Sheep for the CBeebies channel, featuring Timmy the baby lamb and his friends.
Harry Hill's TV Burp
Series 8, Episode 5This 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.
The Motion Show
Episode 4.6: Graeme Garden chairs the debating game with Gyles Brandreth, Steve Punt, Marcus Brigstocke and Andy Parsons.
In Loving Memory
Series 1, Episode 1 - In Loving MemoryJeremiah Unsworth dies unexpectedly, leaving his undertakers' business to wife Ivy and new recruit nephew, Billy Henshaw.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 47 - The BallThe 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.
Harry Hill's TV Burp
Series 8, Episode 6This 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.
So Awkward
Series 1, Episode 4 - The Nox FactorLily 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.
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.
Mapp & Lucia
TV series based on the 1930s books by EF Benson. Prunella Scales and Geraldine McEwan star.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 48 - ToothacheBean 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?
On The Buses
Series 5, Episode 10 - Stan's UniformWhen 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...
Married
Series 2, Episode 3 - BetrayalDivorced 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.
Porridge
Feature film based on the TV sitcom of the same name, featuring Ronnie Barker and the regular cast in the classic prison comedy.
George & Mildred
Series 3, Episode 5 - The Delivery ManWith Jeffrey away, it's inevitable that Anne will go into labour. Luckily George is on hand, motorbike, sidecar and all...
Welcome To Our Village, Please Invade Carefully
Series 2, Episode 6 - Exit StrategyUljabaan 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.
Gigglebiz
Series 3, Episode 2Sports 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.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 6, Episode 11 - Puppy LoveA 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.
Zig And Zag
Episode 3 - JobsworthZig and Zag discover the joys of 'buying stuff', but to buy stuff you need money, and to get money you need a job!
Steptoe And Son
Series 8, Episode 3 - Porn YesterdayAlbert 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.
Heresy
Series 10, Episode 1Victoria Coren Mitchell is joined by comedians Lloyd Langford and Katy Brand, and the artist Grayson Perry. They talk about French Style, God and Hitler.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 1, Episode 2 - Inventor Of The Forty Foot FerretBlamire thinks it's about time that Compo went to church.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 15 - Quark GamesThe heroes find themselves fighting for their lives on an alien world in Quark's latest money-spinning sports event.
My Family
Series 2, Episode 3 - Parisian BeautyBen 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!
Horrible Histories
Series 3, Episode 2There is plenty of "goo and poo" today, as some medieval knights discover the most disgusting way to attack a castle.
The Navy Lark
Series 6, Episode 17 - The Emperor Of TratviaClassic radio sitcom about life aboard a British Royal Navy frigate.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 1, Episode 3Hyacinth 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!
I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again
Series 9, Episode 2Radio Prune presents A Kick in the Arts, and So You Think You've Got a Feed Line?.
Outnumbered
Series 5, Episode 4Dad 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.
The Green Green Grass
Series 2, Episode 3 - Bothered And BewilderedBoycie 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.
Moone Boy
Series 2, Episode 4 - Handball DuelLike 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.
Tonight At The London Palladium
Series 3, Episode 6This 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.
Porridge
Series 2, Episode 3 - Disturbing The PeaceThe 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.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 47 - The BallThe 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.
Blackadder
Black Adder The Third, Episode 3 - Nob And NobilityThe 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...
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 48 - ToothacheBean 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?
Miranda
Series 1, Episode 3 - JobMiranda 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.
A League Of Their Own
US Road Trip, Episode 2As 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.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 13, Episode 9Jimmy Carr asks 'what has the nation been talking about this week?'. This week he probably wishes he didn't have to...
Live At The Apollo
Series 10, Episode 4 - Jon Richardson, Sara Pascoe, Nathan CatonJon Richardson presents special guests Sara Pascoe and Nathan Caton.
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.
Blackadder
Black Adder The Third, Episode 4 - Sense And SenilityAs 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.
The Interviews
Series 2, Episode 2 - Barry HumphriesThe spotlight shines on Barry Humphries, via his larger-than-life alter egos Dame Edna Everage and Les Patterson.
Steptoe And Son
Series 8, Episode 3 - Porn YesterdayAlbert 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.
Very British Problems
Series 2, Episode 2 - FriendsSome 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.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 3 (Channel 4: Series 4), Episode 1Jimmy 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.
Casino Royale
Extravagant 007 spoof in which Sir James Bond is brought out of retirement to save the world from criminal organisation SMERSH.
Bad Education
Series 2, Episode 6 - FundraiserWhen Abbey Grove falls into financial ruin, can Alfie come up with a plan to save the school?
Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish
Dave Gorman Goodish Hits, Highlights Special - Series 2 highlightsThis 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.
Welcome To Our Village, Please Invade Carefully
Series 2, Episode 6 - Exit StrategyUljabaan 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.
Plebs
Series 3, Episode 8 - The WeatheristThe 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.
Stand Up Central
Series 1, Episode 6Russell talks weird people, twerking, Geordie Shore, and answers questions on the Yorkshire accent and penis puppy. His guests are Andrew Maxwell and Phil Wang.
Steptoe And Son
Series 8, Episode 4 - The Seven SteptoeraiAlbert 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.
Comic Roots
Series 2, Episode 1 - Michael PalinMichael Palin looks back in languor at his meteoric rise to stardom from Sheffield.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 11, Episode 8This 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.
Mock The Week
Series 12, Episode 1Dara, Hugh, Chris and Andy return for a brand new series. The guests for the first episode are Milton Jones, Josh Widdicombe and Katherine Ryan.
Lenny Henry: Rogue's Gallery
Series 1, Episode 1 - I Never Forget a FaceEpisode one is the story of a modern day miracle, as witnessed by a blind man.
Two Thousand Years Of Radio
Series 1, Episode 3 - Radio Crusade RoadshowJoin 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.
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.
The Green Green Grass
Series 2, Episode 4 - Mother EarthBeth'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.
Come Fly With Me
Episode 4There'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.
Lucy Montgomery's Variety Pack
Series 2, Episode 2A 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.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 11, Episode 9The 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.
Mock The Week
Series 3, Episode 5Gina 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.
The IT Crowd
Series 2, Episode 1 - The Work OutingWhen 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.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 6, Episode 11 - Puppy LoveA 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.
I Want My Wife Back
Episode 5Bex 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.
Vic Reeves Big Night Out
Cult comedy in which Vic Reeves and Bob Mortimer present some very surreal comedy.
Bad Robots
Series 1, Episode 1In 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.
The IT Crowd
Series 2, Episode 2 - Return Of The Golden ChildMoss uncovers an internet site that takes people's personal details and calculates when they will die.
The Comic Strip Presents...
Episode 1 - The Hunt For Tony BlairThe 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.
Bad Robots
Series 1, Episode 2The 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...
Love And Marriage
Episode 4Pauline's sister Rowan fears that her unconventional family is falling apart.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 3 (Channel 4: Series 4), Episode 1Jimmy 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.
On The Buses
Series 6, Episode 3 - Private HireStan 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!
Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish
Dave Gorman Goodish Hits, Highlights Special - Series 2 highlightsThis 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.
The Alternative Comedy Experience
Series 1, Episode 11 - Love MeTonight Maeve Higgins is joined by Andy Zaltzman, Glenn Wool, Stephen Carlin and ridiculously funny Aussie Sam Simmons. Stewart Lee meets the acts backstage.
On The Buses
Series 6, Episode 4 - Stan's Worst DayDamage 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.
Glitchy
Episode 5This 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.
Ripping Yarns
Series of comic plays written by Pythons Terry Jones and Michael Palin.
Desmond's
A selection of episodes from the fourth series of Channel 4's longest-running sitcom.
Dylan Moran Live: Yeah, Yeah
Dylan Moran spreads a little happiness in this TV broadcast of his 2011 show Yeah, Yeah.
Comic Roots
Series 2, Episode 1 - Michael PalinMichael Palin looks back in languor at his meteoric rise to stardom from Sheffield.
Creature Comforts
Animated thoughts from the animal kingdom.
A Bit Of Fry & Laurie
Series 2, Episode 3Sketches include made-up swearing, Hugh's girlfriends and bottom fondling.
Mapp & Lucia
TV series based on the 1930s books by EF Benson. Prunella Scales and Geraldine McEwan star.
The Motion Show
Episode 4.6: Graeme Garden chairs the debating game with Gyles Brandreth, Steve Punt, Marcus Brigstocke and Andy Parsons.
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.
Married
Series 2, Episode 3 - BetrayalDivorced 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.
Welcome To Our Village, Please Invade Carefully
Series 2, Episode 6 - Exit StrategyUljabaan 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.