British Comedy Guide

Schedule Thursday 19th May 2016

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (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.

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 3 - Superturbo Robo

When all the jobs in Justin's house get a bit much for Robert, Justin decides to help him out with a superturbo robot called Roberta.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
What Ho, Jeeves!. Copyright: BBC

What Ho, Jeeves!

What Ho! Jeeves: Stiff Upper Lip, Jeeves, Episode 2 - Upstairs, Downstairs And Bumps In The Night

Bertie tries to play peacemaker when he arrives at Totleigh Towers.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 7:05am (repeat)
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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:10am (repeat)
Harry Hill's TV Burp. Harry Hill. Copyright: Avalon Television

Harry Hill's TV Burp

Series 2, Episode 8

The last episode in the series featured more of Kilroy's introductions, a criminal horse on Emmerdale and cramp on The Bill.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:25am (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 1, Episode 7 - Mower Mouth

Goats will eat anything, including the sheep's grass - whilst they look on in horror!

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

Boj

Episode 34 - Still As Statues

Boj finds Mia upset because her paintings of the Twitchlets are ruined - they were meant to be a birthday present for her mum. Can Boj help Mia to make a new present?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Don't Start. Image shows from L to R: Kim (Katherine Parkinson), Neil (Frank Skinner). Copyright: Avalon Television

Don't Start

Series 3, Episode 4 - Driving

Kim and Neil's return home from a funeral involves a missed left turn, a backseat stenographer and the planet Zobula.

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 7 - Wedding Preparations

Preparations for Jean & Lionel's marriage move into full swing, and both parties are shocked by the spiralling complexities involved. Alistair is keen to step in.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:45am (repeat)
The Pin. Image shows from L to R: Alexander Owen, Ben Ashenden

The Pin

Series 1, Episode 3

Strap in for a 15 minute delve in to a world of oddness performed in front of a live studio audience.

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)
Typewriter

The Small, Intricate Life Of Gerald C. Potter

Episode 2.5, The Holiday: The author and his wife Diana struggle to get on a getaway.

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)
Radio Active. Image shows left to right: Angus Deayton, Philip Pope, Helen Atkinson-Wood, Michael Fenton Stevens

Radio Active

Episode 8.1, Wimbledon: Anyone for tennis? Exclusive 'live' coverage from Court 19.

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 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.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:55am (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 2 - The Lucky Socks

Hank finds himself forced to try out for the Yellow House softball team.

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

Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Episode 33 - Flower

It's a hot day in the garden and Wussywat's big flower is wilting and looking very sad.

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 4 - Spot On

Roy desperately wants a spot as all his mates have had one. His wish comes true but his cartoon pimple makes Roy's life a living nightmare. Conventional remedies don't work, so how can Roy get rid of his unconventional blemish?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
Artists

Artists

Episode 4, Love's Banquet: Tamsin is infuriated by Josef's lack of commitment, and Nisha is up to something fishy.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 2, Episode 28 - On And Off

The Twirlywoos see a lady and her father sitting in deckchairs at the beach.

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

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 17 - The Dance Competition

Sooty Sweep, Soo and Richard take to the ballroom floor in Mr Slater's annual dance competition - but who will win the prize? Guest starring Helen Pearson.

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

Minder

Series 1, Episode 9 - Monday Night Fever

Arthur takes a shine to a tone-deaf singer, giving Terry some difficulties to sort on the nightclub scene.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
Typewriter

The Small, Intricate Life Of Gerald C. Potter

Episode 2.5, The Holiday: The author and his wife Diana struggle to get on a getaway.

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 4 - Trust Never Sleeps

Ben has yet another new assistant, this latest one was dumped by her dentist husband.

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 2 - The Lucky Socks

Hank finds himself forced to try out for the Yellow House softball team.

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 8.1, Wimbledon: Anyone for tennis? Exclusive 'live' coverage from Court 19.

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 3 - Pate And Chips

Compo's nephew takes the trio plus his own family to visit a stately home where they stroll, picnic - and get thrown out.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1pm (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 5

There are communication problems in the Brockman house as Mum struggles to maintain a work life balance and Dad's phone gets the better of him.

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

Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Episode 33 - Flower

It's a hot day in the garden and Wussywat's big flower is wilting and looking very sad.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 2, Episode 28 - On And Off

The Twirlywoos see a lady and her father sitting in deckchairs at the beach.

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 10

Grandad's visit to the doctor takes an unexpected turn when he makes a break for freedom in a taxi and heads for Wales. Jack is having doubts about moving in with Leonora, and Aveline shares a romantic lunch with Oswald.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:40pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 2, Episode 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.

Talking Pictures TV 2:10pm (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&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 5 - Cheat

Tracey's frustrations get worse when her GP refuses her anti depressants. Dorien takes a shine to Tracey's accountant while Sharon starts selling dodgy Rolling Stones merchandise. When a fraud officer questions her, Sharon recognises her as a customer who did a runner at a Chinese restaurant.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:20pm (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 7 - Wedding Preparations

Preparations for Jean & Lionel's marriage move into full swing, and both parties are shocked by the spiralling complexities involved. Alistair is keen to step in.

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 36

This episode's jokers are Newton versus Ashcombe.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 3:10pm (repeat)
The Best Of Benny Hill

The Best Of Benny Hill

Comic highlights from the early career of multi-talented comedian Benny Hill, featuring some of his best-loved characters.

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

Shaun The Sheep

Series 1, Episode 7 - Mower Mouth

Goats will eat anything, including the sheep's grass - whilst they look on in horror!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:20pm (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!

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 8 - Zipadoodle Doo

The Spot Bots must learn to stay focused for long enough to see the Zipadoodle Doo.

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

Harry Hill's TV Burp

Series 8, Episode 7

This week's episode featured Eoghan Quigg's voting face on The X Factor, Harry burning his face on a grill and a giant crow on EastEnders.

Talking Pictures TV 4:15pm (repeat)
Brothers In Law

Brothers In Law

Comedy about a newly called barrister whose initial dismal failure in court is compensated by a triumph at his home town assizes.

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

In Loving Memory

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Legacy

Jeremiah's will contains little comfort for widow Ivy and nephew Billy, as they're forced to offer permanent lodgings to his estranged sister.

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

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 45 - Haircut

After accidentally rescuing a kitten from a tree, Mr Bean is about to get his picture in the newspaper. The photographer arrives with the grateful owner but disaster strikes when Mr Bean is upstaged by his hair!

Disney XD 4:30pm
15 min
Counterfeit Cat. Copyright: Wildseed Studios

Counterfeit Cat

Episode 3 - Max vs Machine

Max finds he can't manipulate the automatic cat feeder the same way he could Betty.

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 8

This week's episode featured the long wait for Britney Spears on The X Factor, Harry asleep in the firebox of the train from Channel 5's Dangerous Adventures For Boys and a health and safety lesson about the dangers of hanging baskets.

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 13 - Triangle

Who will Nero ask to go with him to the school dance? And why isn't it Clem?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30pm (repeat)
Artists

Artists

Episode 4, Love's Banquet: Tamsin is infuriated by Josef's lack of commitment, and Nisha is up to something fishy.

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 46 - Neighbourly Bean

As Mr Bean settles down to watch his favourite TV programme he hears loud noises from next door. He moves from house to garden but can't escape the relentless racket of trumpets, electric drills and screaming babies. Mr Bean's mind turns to thoughts of revenge.

Disney XD 4:45pm
15 min
Counterfeit Cat. Copyright: Wildseed Studios

Counterfeit Cat

Episode 4 - Heart Of Garkness

Max and Gark find themselves on an unexpected journey through the murky depths of a sewer.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:50pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Inspector Blake (Stephen Lewis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 5, Episode 11 - The Strain

Stan tries to prove his strength by picking up his girlfriend to guess her weight. In doing so, he strains his back and is instructed to wear a supportive, surgical corset if he wants to get back to work quickly.

BT Sport 5pm (repeat)
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 5pm (repeat)
What Ho, Jeeves!. Copyright: BBC

What Ho, Jeeves!

What Ho! Jeeves: Stiff Upper Lip, Jeeves, Episode 2 - Upstairs, Downstairs And Bumps In The Night

Bertie tries to play peacemaker when he arrives at Totleigh Towers.

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 6 - Life With Father

It's a sad day for George as he takes his father to a retirement home. But it's worse for Mildred when he's thrown out and ends up living with them!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Don't Start. Image shows from L to R: Kim (Katherine Parkinson), Neil (Frank Skinner). Copyright: Avalon Television

Don't Start

Series 3, Episode 4 - Driving

Kim and Neil's return home from a funeral involves a missed left turn, a backseat stenographer and the planet Zobula.

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

Gigglebiz

Series 3, Episode 3

Rapids Johnson builds a hideout to try and spot those elusive bears, accident-prone DIY enthusiast DIY Dan attempts to construct a clothes rack and newsreader Arthur Sleep tells some pun-tastic jokes.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:45pm (repeat)
The Pin. Image shows from L to R: Alexander Owen, Ben Ashenden

The Pin

Series 1, Episode 3

Strap in for a 15 minute delve in to a world of oddness performed in front of a live studio audience.

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 12 - Still Waters Run Deep

Sharon and Tracey are making a fortune with their swimming pool business, then they are invited by a gangster to build a pool as a present for his girlfriend. However he wants the pool built within a week and their workforce is in Florida. Meanwhile Dorien is riddled with guilt after Marcus lands in hospital.

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

Zig And Zag

Episode 4 - Zollercoaster

Zig and Zag accidentally create the worlds scariest roller coaster, all for a 'high-speed mid-ride' photo!

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 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.

Radio 4 6:30pm (repeat)
Don't Start. Image shows from L to R: Kim (Katherine Parkinson), Neil (Frank Skinner). Copyright: Avalon Television

Don't Start

Series 3, Episode 1 - Christmas

Our loving couple, Neil and Kim, spend a harrowing Christmas Day together.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 6:30pm (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Great Lives - Max Miller

Documentary from Radio 4's Great Lives series, focusing on stand-up comic Max Miller.

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 3 - Pate And Chips

Compo's nephew takes the trio plus his own family to visit a stately home where they stroll, picnic - and get thrown out.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 17 - The Inventor Preventor

There's serious monkey business in this episode as Danger Mouse and Penfold have to thwart a Victorian time-travelling chimp, Isambard King Kong Brunel, from uninventing the world.

Radio 4 6:45pm (repeat)
The Pin. Image shows from L to R: Alexander Owen, Ben Ashenden

The Pin

Series 1, Episode 4

Strap in for a 15 minute delve in to a world of oddness performed in front of a live studio audience.

Talking Pictures TV 6:55pm (repeat)
Dentist On The Job. Image shows from L to R: Brian Dexter (Ronnie Stevens), David Cookson (Bob Monkhouse). Copyright: Bertram Ostrer Productions

Dentist On The Job

Comedy sequel. Colonel Proudfoot is looking for a dentist to endorse his new toothpaste and his cousin may have just the men.

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 4 - Trust Never Sleeps

Ben has yet another new assistant, this latest one was dumped by her dentist husband.

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 3

A confused First World War soldier experiences his first day in the trenches, David Baddiel reveals another not-so Scary Story as Vincenzo Larfoff, and more.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
Typewriter

The Small, Intricate Life Of Gerald C. Potter

Episode 2.5, The Holiday: The author and his wife Diana struggle to get on a getaway.

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 4

Hyacinth is at her wit's end, what with the charity shop, Councillor Nugent, Rose's love life - and Daddy's! Can she cope?

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 8.1, Wimbledon: Anyone for tennis? Exclusive 'live' coverage from Court 19.

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 5

There are communication problems in the Brockman house as Mum struggles to maintain a work life balance and Dad's phone gets the better of him.

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 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 8:20pm (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.

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

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 45 - Haircut

After accidentally rescuing a kitten from a tree, Mr Bean is about to get his picture in the newspaper. The photographer arrives with the grateful owner but disaster strikes when Mr Bean is upstaged by his hair!

U&Yesterday channel logo 8:40pm (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 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.

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

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 46 - Neighbourly Bean

As Mr Bean settles down to watch his favourite TV programme he hears loud noises from next door. He moves from house to garden but can't escape the relentless racket of trumpets, electric drills and screaming babies. Mr Bean's mind turns to thoughts of revenge.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Smithy (James Corden), Pam (Alison Steadman), Mick (Larry Lamb). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 1, Episode 3

After his initial angry reaction to Stacey's news, Uncle Bryn agrees to drive them all to Essex to meet the Shipmans.

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

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Episode 7

Sean Lock and Bob Mortimer take on guest captain Sarah Millican and Katherine Ryan. Alex Horne and The Horne Section join Susie Dent.

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 6 - Fundraiser

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

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Jo Brand, Stephen Fry, Brendan O'Carroll, Phill Jupitus. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series K, Christmas Special - Kris Kringle

With Jo Brand, Phill Jupitus and Brendan O'Carroll.

U&Yesterday channel logo 9:20pm (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 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.

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 9:40pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lee (Lee Mack), Lucy (Sally Bretton). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

A selection of episodes from the second series of the Lee Mack sitcom.

London Live 10pm
London Live

Common People

Common People weaves together six stories and over 30 characters to present a dramatic, funny and magical tale of romance, crisis and adventure on one of London's luscious commons.

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 3, Episode 5 - "The Man From Down Under"

When one of Nurse Gladys Emmanuel's admirers returns from Australia, Arkwright proffers a real Yorkshire welcome...

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 7

Dara O Briain hosts the topical panel show as guests Ed Byrne, Gary Delaney, Katherine Ryan and Josh Widdicombe take a satirical swipe at the week's news.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 7, Episode 6

In this episode, David Mitchell is joined by Sarah Millican and Jon Richardson, and Lee Mack is joined by David Harewood and Bob Mortimer.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Don't Start. Image shows from L to R: Kim (Katherine Parkinson), Neil (Frank Skinner). Copyright: Avalon Television

Don't Start

Series 3, Episode 4 - Driving

Kim and Neil's return home from a funeral involves a missed left turn, a backseat stenographer and the planet Zobula.

BBC Four 10pm
30 min
Going Forward. Kim Wilde (Jo Brand)

Going Forward

Episode 1

Kim's burnt her uniform, Dave can't understand his wage slip, and son Max is missing school again to look after Poppy.

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60 min
Celebrity Juice. Image shows from L to R: Holly Willoughby, Leigh Francis, Fearne Cotton. Copyright: Talkback

Celebrity Juice

Series 15, Episode 10

Fearne Cotton and Holly Willoughby are joined by Bang On The Money's presenting duo Rickie & Melvin, presenter Ayda Field, comedian Jimmy Carr and the show's regular contestant Gino 'Sheffield' D'Acampo.

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The Windsors. Andrew (Tim Wallers). Copyright: Noho Film and TV

The Windsors

Series 1, Episode 3

Wills and Kate shun their royal life and move to her dream semi in Rickmansworth.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:15pm (repeat)
The Pin. Image shows from L to R: Alexander Owen, Ben Ashenden

The Pin

Series 1, Episode 3

Strap in for a 15 minute delve in to a world of oddness performed in front of a live studio audience.

Fox 10:30pm
30 min
The Increasingly Poor Decisions Of Todd Margaret. Stephanie Daley (Amber Tamblyn). Copyright: RDF Television, Merman

The Increasingly Poor Decisions Of Todd Margaret

Series 3, Episode 6 - The Increasingly Poor Decisions Of Todd Margaret

Todd takes extreme measures to ensure the dream doesn't come true so he can save the world.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Alex Horne Presents The Horne Section. Image shows from L to R: Drums (Ben Reynolds), Saxophone (Mark Brown), Alex Horne, Bass (Will Collier), Trumpet (Joe Auckland), Ed Sheldrake. Copyright: BBC

Alex Horne Presents The Horne Section

Series 3, Episode 3

Alex and his band explore fashion and trends. There's a ceilidh and songs about Alex's car and the first dance at his wedding, amongst others. They are joined by special guest comedian Marcus Brigstocke and singer Vula Malinga.

BBC Four 10:30pm (repeat)
Arena: Ken Dodd's Happiness. Ken Dodd. Copyright: BBC

Arena: Ken Dodd's Happiness

A tribute to the Liverpudlian comic Ken Dodd, in which he discusses his 50-year career and the influences of his comedy style.

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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.

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60 min version
(repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 8, Episode 1

Topical comedy show in which Russell Howard offers up an energetic look at global goings-on and finds his own uniquely upbeat angle on the news each week.

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Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Nurse Gladys Emmanuel (Lynda Baron), Granville (David Jason), Albert Arkwright (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: BBC

Open All Hours

Series 3, Episode 6 - The Cool Cocoa Tin Lid

Granville decides to get cool. He's got the open necked shirt and the shades, but where's a poor errand boy going to find a medallion?

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Miranda Hart, David Mitchell. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 7, Christmas Special - Would I Lie To You? At Christmas

Special Christmas edition of the popular parlour game of truth, lies and surprises. David Mitchell is joined by Miranda Hart and Stephen Mangan while Lee Mack is joined by Barry Cryer and Miles Jupp.

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30 min
@elevenish. Copyright: Talkback

@elevenish

Episode 10

It's the final episode of the series and all the gang are back in the writers' room. Phil Wang looks at BitCoin; Natasia jumps in the bath with Ollie Locke; Nish Kumar puts the case for his own candidacy as US President; and Bobby gets upset because he's not seen Dane's penis.

Radio 4 11pm
30 min
52 First Impressions With David Quantick. David Quantick. Copyright: Giddy Goat Productions

52 First Impressions With David Quantick

Series 2, Episode 3

This episode includes stories about Christopher Walken, Leiber and Stoller, and the advertising industry.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Jeremy Hardy Speaks To The Nation. Jeremy Hardy. Copyright: Pozzitive Productions

Jeremy Hardy Speaks To The Nation

Series 10, Episode 4 - How To Be Better

Using just the Bible, the monarchy and Audrey Hepburn, Jeremy promises to build a whole new you.

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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.

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 5 - Schoolboy French

The circle of life comes knocking at the Boyces' door with Tyler's French exchange student and a past love from Peckham sheds new light on old memories.

U&Dave channel logo 11:20pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Sandi Toksvig. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

A selection of four episodes from the world's cleverest and most interesting panel game.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
...At The Stand. Hardeep Singh Kohli. Copyright: Dabster Productions

...At The Stand

Hardeep At The Stand, Episode 4

Join Hardeep Singh Kohli for some stand-up comedy from Scottish venue The Stand.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:45pm (repeat)
Clipboard

Knocker

Episode 2 - Eligibilliant

Ian attempts to ask children about their views on yogurt, on a rough council estate in the middle of Halloween. He only manages to ask an old woman, who thinks he his Death.

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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, Highlights Special - Best Bits

Hilarious highlights from the latest series, hosted by Jimmy Carr with team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson. With guests Jack Dee, Jedward, Sarah Millican, Amy Childs, Micky Flanagan, Jack Whitehall, Charlie Brooker and Gok Wan.

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Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph), Tracey Stubbs (Linda Robson). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

Series 6, Episode 12 - Still Waters Run Deep

Sharon and Tracey are making a fortune with their swimming pool business, then they are invited by a gangster to build a pool as a present for his girlfriend. However he wants the pool built within a week and their workforce is in Florida. Meanwhile Dorien is riddled with guilt after Marcus lands in hospital.

Comedy Central 12:30am (repeat)
KSI: Demolished

KSI: Demolished

Comedy roast of YouTube star KSI.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30am (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Great Lives - Max Miller

Documentary from Radio 4's Great Lives series, focusing on stand-up comic Max Miller.

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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 12:50am
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...

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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.

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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.

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

The Alternative Comedy Experience

Series 1, Episode 12 - Job Security

Tonight Henning Wehn is joined by Simon Munnery, Maeve Higgins, Phil Nichol and Boothby Graffoe, with interviews from Stewart Lee.

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On The Buses. Stan Butler (Reg Varney). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 6, Episode 5 - Union Trouble

Blakey's latest tactics - early closing of the canteen and sacking its staff - leads Jack to call a strike; but when management offer him a sweetener the union pulls its backing, leaving Stan to strike alone. He initially stages a bus sit-in, but is soon back at home decorating the kitchen.

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@elevenish

Episode 10

It's the final episode of the series and all the gang are back in the writers' room. Phil Wang looks at BitCoin; Natasia jumps in the bath with Ollie Locke; Nish Kumar puts the case for his own candidacy as US President; and Bobby gets upset because he's not seen Dane's penis.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:55am (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lee (Lee Mack), Lucy (Sally Bretton). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

A selection of episodes from the second series of the Lee Mack sitcom.

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

Minder

Series 1, Episode 9 - Monday Night Fever

Arthur takes a shine to a tone-deaf singer, giving Terry some difficulties to sort on the nightclub scene.

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London Live 2:25am (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

A selection of episodes from the fifth series of Channel 4's longest-running 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. Image shows from L to R: Jimmy Carr, Dave Spikey, Sean Lock. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 1, Special - Big Brother 6 Special

Featuring panellists Jeremy Edwards and Liza Tarbuck.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:25am (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.

ITV Encore 3:50am (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 4:30am (repeat)
Artists

Artists

Episode 4, Love's Banquet: Tamsin is infuriated by Josef's lack of commitment, and Nisha is up to something fishy.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
What Ho, Jeeves!. Copyright: BBC

What Ho, Jeeves!

What Ho! Jeeves: Stiff Upper Lip, Jeeves, Episode 2 - Upstairs, Downstairs And Bumps In The Night

Bertie tries to play peacemaker when he arrives at Totleigh Towers.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
Don't Start. Image shows from L to R: Kim (Katherine Parkinson), Neil (Frank Skinner). Copyright: Avalon Television

Don't Start

Series 3, Episode 4 - Driving

Kim and Neil's return home from a funeral involves a missed left turn, a backseat stenographer and the planet Zobula.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:45am (repeat)
The Pin. Image shows from L to R: Alexander Owen, Ben Ashenden

The Pin

Series 1, Episode 3

Strap in for a 15 minute delve in to a world of oddness performed in front of a live studio audience.

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