British Comedy Guide

Schedule Tuesday 5th July 2016

Talking Pictures TV 6am (repeat)
Double Bunk. Image shows from L to R: Jack Goddard (Ian Carmichael), Sid Randall (Sid James)

Double Bunk

Comic adventure following a group of four taking a relaxing cruise down the Thames - or so they hope.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (repeat)
In Loving Memory. Image shows from L to R: Billy Henshaw (Christopher Beeny), Ivy Unsworth (Thora Hird), Mary Braithwaite (Sherrie Hewson). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

In Loving Memory

Series 5, Episode 5 - King Of The Mountains

The strenuous Northern sport of fell running is a boon for the undertaking trade, but ignites a fresh round in the long-running war between the Unsworths and the Pardoes - and Hilda will not be playing nicely!

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:25am (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.

London Live 7am (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

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

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

Minder

Series 4, Episode 5 - Car Lot Baggers

When an unscrupulous builder wants a piece of land occupied by a friend of Arthur, he hires some thugs to put the frighteners on - and tries to blame travellers.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
Two Doors Down

Two Doors Down

Episode 4, The Height of the Iguana: Horrified Marlborough Road residents don't want cleaner Sally to leave them.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:10am (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Karen (Ramona Marquez), Sue (Claire Skinner), Pete (Hugh Dennis), Ben (Daniel Roche), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 1, Episode 2

The celebration of parental incompetence continues, with the problems piling up for mum and dad.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:10am (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.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 33 - Tomorrow Never Comes

Dreams come true as The Princess returns and erases weekdays forever! It's up to Danger Mouse to ruin everyone's lives and restore weekdays before it's too late.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
My Teenage Diary. Rufus Hound

My Teenage Diary

Series 7, Episode 5 - Samira Ahmed

Journalist Samira Ahmed reads from her diaries and is interviewed about her childhood in 1980s London, when she was obsessed with school work - and Dallas.

Talking Pictures TV 7:50am (repeat)
Time Gentlemen Please!. Image shows from L to R: Daniel Dance (Eddie Byrne), Sir Digby (Raymond Lovell)

Time Gentlemen Please!

The councillors in a small Essex town attempt to deal with its one unemployed dosser.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:50am (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

2005 Christmas Special - Christmas Special (Part 2)

Patrick is looking for his father, Jean would like grandchildren, Stephen wants to be a celebrity and Lionel just wants peace and quiet. So how do they all finish up in hospital?

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:55am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Pyramids of Giza, Egypt

Glitch creates big trouble with a little pyramid when he and the Go Jetters visit Egypt.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
Steptoe And Son. Image shows from L to R: Harold (Harry H. Corbett), Albert (Wilfrid Brambell). Copyright: BBC

Steptoe And Son

The Bird: Harold is furious when his date is late for dinner.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
The Men From The Ministry. Copyright: BBC

The Men From The Ministry

That's My Baby: Love-struck civil servant Lamb is fast-tracked into fatherhood.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:55am (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 8:55am (repeat)
Millie Inbetween. Millie (Millie Innes). Copyright: The Foundation

Millie Inbetween

Series 2, Christmas Special - Craig Come Home

It's Christmas - a time for the family to be together. But Craig, sick of being constantly criticised, decides to move back to his mum's for a while.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
Dead Ringers. Image shows from L to R: Lewis Macleod, Debra Stephenson, Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Duncan Wisbey. Copyright: BBC

Dead Ringers

Series 16, Episode 3

The main political parties are in meltdown, Britain's future is uncertain, the currency has been in free fall. So it's probably time to relax and half a laugh at it all. The show attempts to make sense of one of the busiest news weeks since... well, since last week.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9:20am (repeat)
Roy. Image shows from L to R: Becky (Martha Byrne), Maura (Cathy Belton), Bill (Simon Delaney). Copyright: JAM Media

Roy

Series 4, Episode 6 - Karma Chameleon

Bill and Maura are going to a wedding and Becky is left in charge of Roy. However, Becky decides to have an impromptu party and chaos ensues when gate crashers try to ruin their home. Can Roy save Becky and the O'Brien house?

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:25am (repeat)
Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Episode 44 - Tidy

Wussywat discovers recycling and how to tidy up.

Talking Pictures TV 9:30am (repeat)
Boys Will Be Girls. Bill Jenkins (Leslie Fuller)

Boys Will Be Girls

Leslie Fuller, as boisterous as ever, will inherit a fortune if he leads a sober life.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
King Of Bath. Richard 'Beau' Nash (David Bamber). Copyright: BBC

King Of Bath

Episode 2 - Merely Players

Sitcom starring David Bamber as 18th Century dandy, Richard 'Beau' Nash.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40am (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 4, Episode 7 - Let There Be Light

Richard shows that he has a way with electricity when he is pressed into service at the church hall.

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.

CITV 10am (repeat)
Sooty. Richard (Richard Cadell). Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 18 - Fireworks

Its fireworks night at the park, but Sooty, Sweep and Soo can't afford to go. Sooty decides to sell Curry soup and things soon hot up.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20am (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

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

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 10:35am (repeat)
Spot Bots. Copyright: BBC

Spot Bots

Episode 2 - Remote Control

Lexi is distracted by an old remote control which can control anything.

Talking Pictures TV 10:50am (repeat)
Old Mother Riley. Image shows from L to R: Kitty Riley (Kitty McShane), Old Mother Riley (Arthur Lucan). Copyright: Butcher's Film Service / Hope-Bell Film Productions

Old Mother Riley

Old Mother Riley and her daughter foil a plan of disinherited relatives to break a will, which states that a stranger must be taken in for 6 months.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
Steptoe And Son. Image shows from L to R: Harold (Harry H. Corbett), Albert (Wilfrid Brambell). Copyright: BBC

Steptoe And Son

The Bird: Harold is furious when his date is late for dinner.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:10pm (repeat)
Millie Inbetween. Millie (Millie Innes). Copyright: The Foundation

Millie Inbetween

Series 2, Christmas Special - Craig Come Home

It's Christmas - a time for the family to be together. But Craig, sick of being constantly criticised, decides to move back to his mum's for a while.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
The Men From The Ministry. Copyright: BBC

The Men From The Ministry

That's My Baby: Love-struck civil servant Lamb is fast-tracked into fatherhood.

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 6, Episode 1 - In The Service Of Humanity

Getting rather wet in a life-saving attempt, Clegg and Compo are dismayed to hear that the incident has inspired Foggy to devote his life - and theirs - to first aid and rescue.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1pm (repeat)
dinnerladies. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Anne Reid), Stan (Duncan Preston), Brenda (Victoria Wood), Twinkle (Maxine Peake), Dolly (Thelma Barlow), Tony (Andrew Dunn), Anita (Shobna Gulati). Copyright: Good Fun / Pozzitive Productions

dinnerladies

Series 2, Episode 4 - Fog

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

Talking Pictures TV 1:15pm (repeat)
All In Good Fun

All In Good Fun

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

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

Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Episode 44 - Tidy

Wussywat discovers recycling and how to tidy up.

U&Drama channel logo 1:40pm (repeat)
Brush Strokes. Image shows from L to R: Jacko (Karl Howman), Lionel Bainbridge (Gary Waldhorn), Sandra (Jackie Lye), Eric (Mike Walling). Copyright: BBC

Brush Strokes

Series 1, Episode 10

Lionel's life becomes more than an open-and-shut case when he loses his most precious possession. Jacko develops his outside interests and meets Linda, who brings a whole new ball game to his life.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:40pm (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

2005 Christmas Special - Christmas Special (Part 2)

Patrick is looking for his father, Jean would like grandchildren, Stephen wants to be a celebrity and Lionel just wants peace and quiet. So how do they all finish up in hospital?

Talking Pictures TV 2:05pm (repeat)
The Case Of The Mukkinese Battle-Horn. Image shows from L to R: Dick Emery, Peter Sellers, Spike Milligan

The Case Of The Mukkinese Battle-Horn

Peter Sellers, Spike Milligan and Dick Emery srar in this Goon-inspired film in which a rare Mukkinese Battle-horn is stolen from the Metropolitan Museum in the dead of night.

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 4, Episode 4 - Wipe That Smile Off Your Tape

In an attempt to boost her success with men, Sharon joins a video dating agency.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 2:35pm (repeat)
Spot Bots. Copyright: BBC

Spot Bots

Episode 2 - Remote Control

Lexi is distracted by an old remote control which can control anything.

Talking Pictures TV 2:35pm (repeat)
Those People Next Door

Those People Next Door

A repeat of this 1953 film.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:45pm (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 3pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 2, Episode 25 - Chip Off The Old Block

The Farmer has taken up sculpting, but unintentionally drops a huge slab of stone on top of Timmy's teddy. Shaun and the flock must struggle and strain to lift the heavy block and retrieve the precious toy.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:25pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 4, Episode 7 - Let There Be Light

Richard shows that he has a way with electricity when he is pressed into service at the church hall.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:35pm (repeat)
Zig And Zag. Copyright: JAM Media

Zig And Zag

Episode 10 - Toddler Trouble

Zig and Zag become parents to a talking doll in a bid to gain access to a toddler's playground and the enticing 'clown on a spring' ride!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:05pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

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

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:05pm (repeat)
Boj. Copyright: Pesky Productions

Boj

Episode 27 - Watch The Birdie

Giggly Park Rangers Boj and Rupa are trying to spot the never-spotted long-legged runner bird. Will they fulfil their - and Commander Cloppity's - dream of spotting one?

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:15pm (repeat)
In Loving Memory. Image shows from L to R: Billy Henshaw (Christopher Beeny), Ivy Unsworth (Thora Hird), Mary Braithwaite (Sherrie Hewson). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

In Loving Memory

Series 5, Episode 6 - The Undertaker's Apprentice

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

Disney XD 4:30pm (repeat)
Counterfeit Cat. Copyright: Wildseed Studios

Counterfeit Cat

Episode 6 - Catiquette

Gark and Max must pass a series of tests to prove their worth as cats.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30pm (repeat)
King Of Bath. Richard 'Beau' Nash (David Bamber). Copyright: BBC

King Of Bath

Episode 2 - Merely Players

Sitcom starring David Bamber as 18th Century dandy, Richard 'Beau' Nash.

Talking Pictures TV 4:45pm (repeat)
Melody Club. Freddy Forrester (Terry-Thomas). Copyright: Tempean Films

Melody Club

A nitwit investigator (Terry-Thomas) goes undercover in a restaurant to catch a gang of crooks.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:50pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Jack Harper (Bob Grant). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 4, Episode 11 - The Lodger

Between decimalisation and inflation the Butlers are feeling the pinch. Blakey suggests the family take in a lodger - and he happens to know someone who's looking. Unfortunately for Stan, there's no spare bedroom at home...

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 4:55pm (repeat)
The Mouse That Roared. Tully Bascombe (Peter Sellers)

The Mouse That Roared

Classic comedy in which Peter Sellers plays multiple roles. The tiny Grand Duchy of Fenwick declares war on the United States.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
Two Doors Down

Two Doors Down

Episode 4, The Height of the Iguana: Horrified Marlborough Road residents don't want cleaner Sally to leave them.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:20pm (repeat)
Man About The House. Image shows from L to R: Chrissy Plummer (Paula Wilcox), Robin Tripp (Richard O'Sullivan), Jo (Sally Thomsett). Copyright: Thames Television

Man About The House

Series 3, Episode 5 - Somebody Out There Likes Me

Flowers, and later a large box of chocolates, arrive for Chrissy, "from an admirer". She's uncomfortable with the unidentified attention and gives them to Mildred; George is more than a little bit jealous.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:25pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Pyramids of Giza, Egypt

Glitch creates big trouble with a little pyramid when he and the Go Jetters visit Egypt.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
My Teenage Diary. Rufus Hound

My Teenage Diary

Series 7, Episode 5 - Samira Ahmed

Journalist Samira Ahmed reads from her diaries and is interviewed about her childhood in 1980s London, when she was obsessed with school work - and Dallas.

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Brush Strokes. Image shows from L to R: Jacko (Karl Howman), Lionel Bainbridge (Gary Waldhorn), Sandra (Jackie Lye), Eric (Mike Walling). Copyright: BBC

Brush Strokes

Series 1, Episode 10

Lionel's life becomes more than an open-and-shut case when he loses his most precious possession. Jacko develops his outside interests and meets Linda, who brings a whole new ball game to his life.

Disney XD 6:30pm (repeat)
Counterfeit Cat. Copyright: Wildseed Studios

Counterfeit Cat

Episode 5 - Go Viral

Keen to help Max, Gark uses his powers more than he should until they begin to go out of control.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
My Teenage Diary. Rufus Hound

My Teenage Diary

Series 7, Episode 6 - Chris Packham

Naturalist Chris Packham reads from the nature diaries he kept as a teenager and is interviewed about his formative years, which were mostly spent up trees, looking for birds.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:35pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

The Final Specials, Christmas Special - Strangers On The Shore

With the family fortune squandered, Del and Rodney set off for France to attend a memorial service in memory of Uncle Albert's old shipmates from the war. On the way back the Trotters pick up some rather unexpected cargo!

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 6, Episode 1 - In The Service Of Humanity

Getting rather wet in a life-saving attempt, Clegg and Compo are dismayed to hear that the incident has inspired Foggy to devote his life - and theirs - to first aid and rescue.

Disney XD 6:45pm (repeat)
Counterfeit Cat. Copyright: Wildseed Studios

Counterfeit Cat

Episode 7 - Betty Laser Eyes

Betty's bad eyesight leads to her buying dog biscuits instead of cat treats. Gark tries to help but by giving Betty laser eye surgery he starts a war with a race of googly eyed aliens.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:45pm
15 min
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 34 - Half The World Is Not Enough

Danger Mouse's antics cost Professor Squawkencluck her job. Is this the end of all those wonderful gadgets, or can the world's greatest secret agent get the Professor her job back?

Talking Pictures TV 7pm (repeat)
Tell Me Another. Copyright: Southern Television

Tell Me Another

Series 2, Episode 6

Stories about other personalities and friends in showbusiness. This week starring: Ray Alan, Roy Hudd, Millicent Martin, Warren Mitchell, Beryl Reid, Reg Varney, Jack Warner.

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

Horrible Histories

Series 5, Episode 9

There is public confusion when King Charles II bans coffee shops, a seasick chicken ruins a Roman sea battle, mighty Egyptian Pharaoh, Ramesses II, meets some smelly peasants on Historical Wife Swap, and a cave-dwelling Stone Age couple try to buy their first house.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
Steptoe And Son. Image shows from L to R: Harold (Harry H. Corbett), Albert (Wilfrid Brambell). Copyright: BBC

Steptoe And Son

The Bird: Harold is furious when his date is late for dinner.

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 5, Episode 6

Richard is worried that Hyacinth's visit to a country house auction will cost him a lot of money. Meanwhile, Daddy has become unwittingly involved with a Mrs Braddock.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
The Men From The Ministry. Copyright: BBC

The Men From The Ministry

That's My Baby: Love-struck civil servant Lamb is fast-tracked into fatherhood.

U&Yesterday channel logo 8pm (repeat)
'Allo 'Allo!. Image shows from L to R: Edith Melba Artois (Carmen Silvera), René François Artois (Gorden Kaye), Yvette Carte-Blanche (Vicki Michelle). Copyright: BBC

'Allo 'Allo!

Series 1, Episode 7 - The Dance Of Hitler Youth

The Colonel organises a party in the café, purportedly to celebrate the burning of the Reichstag, but in fact just to get Flick out of his apartment whilst it is broken into.

U&Dave channel logo 8pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series K, Episode 1 - Knees & Knockers

With David Mitchell, Sara Pascoe and Jack Whitehall.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20pm (repeat)
dinnerladies. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Anne Reid), Stan (Duncan Preston), Brenda (Victoria Wood), Twinkle (Maxine Peake), Dolly (Thelma Barlow), Tony (Andrew Dunn), Anita (Shobna Gulati). Copyright: Good Fun / Pozzitive Productions

dinnerladies

Series 2, Episode 4 - Fog

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

U&Yesterday channel logo 8:40pm (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Audrey fforbes-Hamilton (Penelope Keith). Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Series 1, Episode 5

The summer ball for the local hunt is coming up, but with the change in ownership at Grantleigh, there's some confusion over who should arrange the event of the season.

London Live 9pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 4, Episode 8 - Susu Again

Porkpie is bitten by the lovebug when an old flame from the West Indies turns up at the shop.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Dave Best (Craig Cash), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Antony Royle (Ralf Little)

The Royle Family

Series 3, Episode 5

Nana's round again, and Antony's planning a trip to London. Jim's none-too complimentary about his dreams, but Denise has had enough of their father's harsh comments.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Rob Beckett, Jimmy Carr, Katherine Ryan. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

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

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

A League Of Their Own

US Road Trip, Episode 3

Freddie, Jack and Jamie drive into Sin City for three last make-or-break challenges.

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

Have I Got News For You

Series 49, Episode 7

Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Frank Skinner and panellists Cariad Lloyd and Jon Ronson.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm
60 min
Agatha Raisin. Image shows from L to R: Agatha Raisin (Ashley Jensen), James Lacey (Jamie Glover), Lord Pendlebury (Douglas Reith)

Agatha Raisin

Series 1, Episode 5 - The Vicious Vet

Vet and heartthrob Paul Bladon is killed by a fatal dose of horse tranquilliser.

Talking Pictures TV 9:15pm (repeat)
Penny Points To Paradise. Image shows from L to R: Spike Donnelly (Spike Milligan), Harry Flakers (Harry Secombe). Copyright: Adelphi Films

Penny Points To Paradise

Comedy starring Spike Milligan, Harry Secombe and Peter Sellers. A pools winner celebrates in a guest-house full of crooks.

U&Yesterday channel logo 9:20pm (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Audrey fforbes-Hamilton (Penelope Keith). Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Series 1, Episode 6

Frustrated at constant comments about her pasty appearance, Audrey sets off on holiday - or at least sets about creating the appearance of one, whilst relaxing under a sun lamp in the Lodge!

London Live 9:30pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 4, Episode 9 - Can't Buy Me Love

In a desperate bid to improve his social standing, Michael falls for glamorous nightclub owner Rochelle Jackson.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40pm (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Edina (Jennifer Saunders), Patsy (Joanna Lumley). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 3, Episode 6 - The End

Eddy's taken up residence in a new age commune, and with Patsy now in New York and Saffy away at uni, Mother squats in the otherwise empty house, going on a shopping TV spree. But Edina's soon bored of her lifestyle, and Patsy's not having as much fun as she hoped - could a reunion be on the cards?

London Live 10pm (repeat)
Greenfingers

Greenfingers

Comedy drama in which an inmate at an experimental open prison discovers his gardening talent. Stars Clive Owen, Helen Mirren and David Kelly.

U&Yesterday channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 3, Episode 5 - A Test Of Character

Godber's History O Level exams are a few days away. Fletcher enlists the help of Warren and McLaren to steal the exam paper - if Godber is so determined to pass, Fletch's going to make sure he's well prepared before he enters the exam room.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
60 min
Taskmaster. Image shows from L to R: Alex Horne, Peter Hudson, Richard Osman

Taskmaster

Series 2, Episode 3 - A Pistachio Eclair

In one of the most difficult challenges of the competition, the rivals find themselves confronted with an intimidating man in gold chains: The Mayor of Chesham.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
My Teenage Diary. Rufus Hound

My Teenage Diary

Series 7, Episode 5 - Samira Ahmed

Journalist Samira Ahmed reads from her diaries and is interviewed about her childhood in 1980s London, when she was obsessed with school work - and Dallas.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10:05pm (repeat)
Celebrity Juice. Leigh Francis

Celebrity Juice

Series 10, Episode 6

This week's guests aree Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood, Geordie funnyman Chris Ramsey, Coronation Street's Kym Lomas and Jay and Nathan from The Wanted.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

The Final Specials, Christmas Special - Strangers On The Shore

With the family fortune squandered, Del and Rodney set off for France to attend a memorial service in memory of Uncle Albert's old shipmates from the war. On the way back the Trotters pick up some rather unexpected cargo!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Bleak Expectations. Image shows from L to R: Hardthrasher (Geoffrey Whitehead), Aunt Lily (Celia Imrie), Young Pip (Tom Allen), Mr Gently Benevolent (Anthony Head), Sir Philip Bin (Richard Johnson), Harry Biscuit (James Bachman). Copyright: BBC

Bleak Expectations

Series 5, Episode 5 - A Terrifying Life Made Even Scarier A Bit Some More

A new and terrible danger threatens Victorian Britain, as Harry Biscuit becomes possessed by the evil Pen of Penrith, which turns his heart to inky black.

U&W channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
The Catherine Tate Show. Catherine Tate

The Catherine Tate Show

Series 1, Episode 3

Bernie welcomes a new co-worker, an American girl explains a meaningful conversation with a man and the scared woman is scared again.

U&Yesterday channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 3, Episode 6 - Final Stretch

Godber's case is coming up before the parole board, and with his clean record and his O Levels, he's sure to sail through it. Unless his feud with Jarvis - all brawn but little brain - escalates. Can he turn the other cheek, or has a man got to do what a man's got to do?

U&Drama channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph), Tracey Stubbs (Linda Robson). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

Series 4, Episode 4 - Wipe That Smile Off Your Tape

In an attempt to boost her success with men, Sharon joins a video dating agency.

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

Mock The Week

Series 9, Episode 3

Dara, Hugh, Russell and Andy dissect another week, this time with the help of guests Chris Addison, Ed Byrne and Micky Flanagan.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Mark Watson

Mark Watson's Live Address To The Nation

Episode 1 - Strength

Mark Watson continues his quest to improve the world, nimbly assisted by Tim Key and Tom Basden. Broadcast live from the BBC Radio Theatre. Mark asks if having strength can sometimes make us weak.

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A League Of Their Own. James Corden. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 7, Episode 1

James Corden and the gang return for an all-new run of the smash-hit sports panel show. With gold medallist Amy Williams, Dutch footballer Edgar Davids and Jimmy Carr as guests.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:15pm
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 12, Episode 3

David O'Doherty, Craig Revel Horwood, Rick Edwards and Ellie Taylor join team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson to thrash out the hot stories of the week.

5Star 11:15pm (repeat)
It's Not Me, It's You. Image shows from L to R: Chris Ramsey, Kelly Brook, Dom Parker, Eamonn Holmes, Vicky Pattison, Martine McCutcheon, Steph Parker

It's Not Me, It's You

Episode 2

Eamonn Holmes, Kelly Brook and Vicky Pattison are joined by Martine McCutcheon, Chris Ramsey and Steph & Dom from Gogglebox.

U&W channel logo 11:20pm (repeat)
The Catherine Tate Show. Catherine Tate

The Catherine Tate Show

Series 1, Episode 4

Paul and Sam discover that their geography is a bit rusty, Nan is excited about Meals On Wheels and Carole is annoyed by vegetarians, mime artists and windscreen washers.

U&Yesterday channel logo 11:20pm (repeat)
'Allo 'Allo!. Image shows from L to R: Edith Melba Artois (Carmen Silvera), René François Artois (Gorden Kaye), Yvette Carte-Blanche (Vicki Michelle). Copyright: BBC

'Allo 'Allo!

Series 2, Episode 1 - Six Big Boobies

The airmen have gone, and all is back to (relative) normality at Café René. Herr Flick's not too pleased to have ended up with three copies of The Fallen Madonna though...

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Danny Robins Music Therapy. Danny Robins. Copyright: BBC

Danny Robins Music Therapy

Episode 2

Danny and Isy help a pensioner look for love, create a new town anthem for Middlesbrough, protest against having weddings abroad, and use a barbershop quartet to help commuters. With guest trumpeter Pablo Mendelson and Status Quo tribute band Statin' Quo.

U&Dave channel logo 11:40pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Russell Howard, Dara O Briain, Hugh Dennis, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 9, Episode 4

The regulars look back at another week's news with the help of guests Seann Walsh, Zoe Lyons and Milton Jones.

Talking Pictures TV 11:45pm (repeat)
Not So Dusty. Image shows from L to R: Nobby Clarke (Leslie Dwyer), Lobelia (Joy Nichols), Driver (Harold Berens), Dusty Grey (Bill Owen). Copyright: Jaywell Productions

Not So Dusty

Comedy about two dustbinmen who come into the possession of a valuable book.

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Red Dwarf. Image shows from L to R: Cat (Danny John-Jules), Lister (Craig Charles), Rimmer (Chris Barrie). Copyright: BBC

Red Dwarf

Series II, Episode 2 - Better Than Life

The long-overdue arrival of a postal delivery brings untold goodies for the Dwarf crew: films, letters from home, news reels, and plenty more besides. One particular video game, the virtual reality title Better Than Life, is of particular interest.

Comedy Central Extra Midnight (repeat)
John Bishop Live: Elvis Has Left The Building. Copyright: 3 Amigos Productions / Channel X

John Bishop Live: Elvis Has Left The Building

John Bishop performs stand-up comedy in front of his home crowd, illustrating why he has become one of the nation's top comedians.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:05am
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 12, Episode 4

Dr Christian Jessen, Lorraine Kelly, Sarah Millican and Tom Rosenthal join team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson to play the panel game.

U&Dave channel logo 12:20am (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 3, Episode 5

This week, comedian Jack Whitehall and former Sun editor Kelvin MacKenzie join David to do battle with Lee's team mates, TV presenter Christine Bleakley and stand-up comedian Frankie Boyle.

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Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb), Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 5, Episode 3 - Jeremy's Broke

Jeremy finally runs out of money and finds himself on a downward spiral of hunger, homelessness and criminality. Meanwhile Mark needs to find a girlfriend before his birthday party.

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Taskmaster. Image shows from L to R: Alex Horne, Peter Hudson, Richard Osman

Taskmaster

Series 2, Episode 3 - A Pistachio Eclair

In one of the most difficult challenges of the competition, the rivals find themselves confronted with an intimidating man in gold chains: The Mayor of Chesham.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:10am (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb), Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 5, Episode 4 - Jeremy's Mummy

Jeremy's mother comes to visit for a family funeral. Her new boyfriend is a military man who Jeremy deeply resents, and who Mark idolises. Desperate to impress, Mark endures an extraordinary ordeal.

Comedy Central Extra 1:20am (repeat)
Seann Walsh World. Seann Walsh. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Seann Walsh World

Seann Walsh presents funny clips from the internet, mixed with his own stand-up and sketches to illustrate his thoughts.

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Jason Byrne In Ireland. Andrew (Jason Byrne). Copyright: Merman

Jason Byrne In Ireland

Sitcom short in which a couple steal a rug from a store.

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The Royle Family

Series 3, Episode 5

Nana's round again, and Antony's planning a trip to London. Jim's none-too complimentary about his dreams, but Denise has had enough of their father's harsh comments.

Comedy Central 2am
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.

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

Mock The Week

Series 11, Episode 8

Dara O'Briain, Hugh Dennis, Andy Parsons and Chris Addison analyse the week's news. With guests Greg Davies, Gary Delaney and Jo Caulfield.

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A League Of Their Own. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 9, Episode 8

In the final episode of the current series, James Corden and Co are joined by West Ham captain Kevin Nolan, comedian Micky Flanagan and TV presenter Gabby Logan.

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Katherine Ryan In Ireland. Katherine (Katherine Ryan). Copyright: Merman / Sky

Katherine Ryan In Ireland

Katherine Ryan visits Ireland for the Christening of her nephew.

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

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 3, Episode 2 - Happy New Year

As the family gathers for New Year's Eve, Edina and Patsy look forward to a night out at an ultra-hip underground rave. Patsy is particularly excited, as her well connected, jet-setting sister Jackie is about to arrive. When she appears, however, plans begin to disintegrate.

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

Mock The Week

Series 9, Episode 5

With guests Chris Addison, Ed Byrne and Stewart Francis.

Talking Pictures TV 2:55am (repeat)
Home Sweet Home. Image shows left to right: Frank Randle (Frank Randle), Col. Wright (H.F. Maltby)

Home Sweet Home

Jacqueline falls for Eric but his parents veto the romance.

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The Catherine Tate Show. Catherine Tate

The Catherine Tate Show

Series 3, Episode 4

Gingers For Justice take to the rooftops, Lauren causes trouble in science class and The Aga Saga Woman and her children are terrified when a mechanic brings over a courtesy car whilst her Land Rover is being repaired.

London Live 3am (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

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

Comedy Central 3am
50 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.

Comedy Central Extra 3:20am (repeat)
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 3, Episode 15

Gary Delaney hits us with one-liners, Peter White deals with homophobia, Liam Williams tells us his life story, and Lucy Beaumont makes mistakes.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:35am (repeat)
Creature Comforts. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Creature Comforts

Animated thoughts from the animal kingdom.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:50am (repeat)
Rex The Runt. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Rex The Runt

Claymation sitcom from Aardman Animations. The ten minute episodes revolve around the lives of four dogs - Rex, Bad Bob, Wendy and Vince.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30am (repeat)
King Of Bath. Richard 'Beau' Nash (David Bamber). Copyright: BBC

King Of Bath

Episode 2 - Merely Players

Sitcom starring David Bamber as 18th Century dandy, Richard 'Beau' Nash.

Talking Pictures TV 4:40am (repeat)
And The Same To You

And The Same To You

The boxing-mad nephew of a pious clergyman embarks on an elaborate plan to keep his boxing career a secret.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
Two Doors Down

Two Doors Down

Episode 4, The Height of the Iguana: Horrified Marlborough Road residents don't want cleaner Sally to leave them.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
My Teenage Diary. Rufus Hound

My Teenage Diary

Series 7, Episode 5 - Samira Ahmed

Journalist Samira Ahmed reads from her diaries and is interviewed about her childhood in 1980s London, when she was obsessed with school work - and Dallas.

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