British Comedy Guide

Schedule Thursday 4th August 2016

Talking Pictures TV 6am (repeat)
Lunch Hour

Lunch Hour

Shirley Anne Field plays a young designer on the brink of an affair with a married executive at the company she works for.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (repeat)
Doctor In The House. Image shows from L to R: Danny Hooley (Jonathan Lynn), Dave Briddock (Simon Cuff), Duncan Waring (Robin Nedwell), Mike Upton (Barry Evans), Paul Collier (George Layton), Dick Stuart-Clark (Geoffrey Davies)

Doctor In The House

Series 2, Episode 7 - The Royal Visit

The whole hospital is looking forward to the visit of a royal prince and princess - with the odd exception...

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.

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

Outnumbered

Series 4, Episode 5

Mum is still convinced Jake has a secret. Ben is determined to enter a school talent competition with an unusual double act. Then a couple of surprise callers make life more difficult than usual for the family.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:15am (repeat)
Zig And Zag

Zig And Zag

Episode 23 - Eau De Alien

Zig and Zag think the way to fame is through your own celebrity scent. However, Eau de Alien has a little too much animal attraction.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Simon Evans Goes To Market. Simon Evans. Copyright: BBC

Simon Evans Goes To Market

Series 3, Episode 1 - Youth

Simon looks at youth - the period in life when the young suddenly disengage from the home unit and plummet from the safety of the family nest.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:35am (repeat)
My Hero. Image shows from L to R: Janet Dawkins (Emily Joyce), George Sunday (Ardal O'Hanlon). Copyright: Big Bear Films

My Hero

Series 2, Episode 2 - Girlfriend

Disaster strikes at the heart of Thermoman's domestic bliss when his long-lost fiancée, Xil, arrives from Ultron. Janet is horrified to learn that George is bound by Ultron law to marry Xil, but she is determined not to lose her man. George's cunning plans to dissuade Xil don't work, neither do Janet's woman-to-woman powers of persuasion. All seems lost, until Janet makes a discovery...

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 7:35am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 6, Episode 6 - Waiting For Goddard

Arthur is only too willing to help when a local tramp comes into an inheritance.

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

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 23 - Giant's Causeway, Northern Ireland

A giant Grandmaster Glitch means big trouble for the Giant's Causeway - can the Go Jetters stop him in his tracks?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
Typewriter

The Small, Intricate Life Of Gerald C. Potter

Episode 4.4, The Menagerie: The writer's wife Diana attempts a book about animals for children.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:10am (repeat)
Citizen Smith. Wolfie Smith (Robert Lindsay). Copyright: BBC

Citizen Smith

Series 3, Episode 5 - We Shall Not Be Moved

When Charles serves Ken and Wolfie with an eviction notice, the TPF two hit back by declaring the flat their official squat.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:25am (repeat)
Diddy TV. Copyright: BBC

Diddy TV

Series 1, Episode 4 - Let's Face The Music

Featuring I'm not a Celebrity, Get Me in There! Also with Crime Diddy and an appeal to help elderly people buy their own catapult.

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 9.4, The D-Day Show: Saluting the days of war, as the wacky team commemorate the 1944 Normandy invasion.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:40am (repeat)
The Joke Machine. Joke Master (Jarred Christmas). Copyright: Liberty Bell

The Joke Machine

Episode 19

This episode's jokers are Holywood versus Abbey Catholic Primary.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:50am (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 13th and 14th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9am (repeat)
Hacker Time. Copyright: BBC

Hacker Time

Series 5, Episode 9 - Sonia

Featuring sketches via The Next Step but One and The Quarter Past 4 O'Clock Club. Hacker's special guest is 80s singer Sonia, star of the West End and Eurovision.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
The Unbelievable Truth. David Mitchell. Copyright: BBC / Random Entertainment

The Unbelievable Truth

Series 8, Episode 3

David Mitchell is joined by Tom Wrigglesworth, Tony Hawks, Alan Davies and John Finnemore to talk on subjects such as hamburgers, snoring, pens and crocodiles.

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

Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Episode 15 - Squeak

When Duckadile loses his squeak, Wussywat decides to find it, using his ears and a pair of binoculars to spot things far away.

CITV 10am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

A selection of episodes from the second series of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.

BBC Three 10am
26 min
Fleabag. Image shows from L to R: Fleabag (Phoebe Waller-Bridge), Bus Rodent (Jamie Demetriou). Copyright: Two Brothers Pictures

Fleabag

Series 1, Episode 3

Fleabag helps her inappropriate brother-in-law buy a present for Claire, who is organising her own surprise birthday party. Meanwhile, on the hunt for a date, Fleabag reconnects with a toothy friend.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:30am (repeat)
4 O'Clock Club. Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Club

A selection of episodes from the third series of the musical children's comedy.

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

Spot Bots

Episode 24 - Counting Cogs

The Spot Bots play zooples to take a break from counting Cubi's cog collection.

Radio 4 10:45am
15 min
Tinsel Girl. Maz (Cherylee Houston)

Tinsel Girl

Tinsel Girl And The Big Reunion, Episode 4

Feeling shattered by their hectic social life, Maz begins to suspect that her friendship with Verity is not the perfect partnership she hoped for after all.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11am (repeat)
The Harry Hill Movie. Image shows from L to R: Nan (Julie Walters), Harry Hill (Harry Hill). Copyright: Lucky Features

The Harry Hill Movie

Film in which Harry Hill ventures across country with his Nan and their sick hamster.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:15am (repeat)
Samantha Spiro

The Benefit Of Time

Afternoon Play revolving around a woman whose life is transformed when she undergoes past life hypnosis and finds out she was Anne Boleyn.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:30am (repeat)
My Family. Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 6, Episode 1 - Bliss For Idiots

Ben is unhappy with his lot, but is even less happy with Susan's book-writing house guest. Perhaps the Brotherhood of the Cockerel has the answer?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
Typewriter

The Small, Intricate Life Of Gerald C. Potter

Episode 4.4, The Menagerie: The writer's wife Diana attempts a book about animals for children.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:10pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Pete (Hugh Dennis), Sue (Claire Skinner), Karen (Ramona Marquez), Ben (Daniel Roche), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 4, Episode 5

Mum is still convinced Jake has a secret. Ben is determined to enter a school talent competition with an unusual double act. Then a couple of surprise callers make life more difficult than usual for the family.

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 9.4, The D-Day Show: Saluting the days of war, as the wacky team commemorate the 1944 Normandy invasion.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:35pm (repeat)
Millie Inbetween. Millie (Millie Innes). Copyright: The Foundation

Millie Inbetween

A selection of episodes from the second series of the children's comedy.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:50pm (repeat)
My Hero. Image shows from L to R: Janet Dawkins (Emily Joyce), George Sunday (Ardal O'Hanlon). Copyright: Big Bear Films

My Hero

Series 2, Episode 2 - Girlfriend

Disaster strikes at the heart of Thermoman's domestic bliss when his long-lost fiancée, Xil, arrives from Ultron. Janet is horrified to learn that George is bound by Ultron law to marry Xil, but she is determined not to lose her man. George's cunning plans to dissuade Xil don't work, neither do Janet's woman-to-woman powers of persuasion. All seems lost, until Janet makes a discovery...

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 9, Episode 3 - Dried Dates And Codfanglers

Compo discovers - too late - that the little black ball he has just tossed into Seymour's pond is of great sentimental value to him - particularly relating to one Nora Batty. But Seymour is more interested in demonstrating his new voice-activated, electronic door-lock.

CITV 1pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

A selection of episodes from the second series of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.

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

Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Episode 15 - Squeak

When Duckadile loses his squeak, Wussywat decides to find it, using his ears and a pair of binoculars to spot things far away.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:30pm (repeat)
Citizen Smith. Wolfie Smith (Robert Lindsay). Copyright: BBC

Citizen Smith

Series 3, Episode 5 - We Shall Not Be Moved

When Charles serves Ken and Wolfie with an eviction notice, the TPF two hit back by declaring the flat their official squat.

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 4, Episode 6

Jacko finds himself in a desperate predicament - but can he get himeself out of trouble?

Talking Pictures TV 2pm (repeat)
Last Holiday. Image shows from L to R: Mrs. Poole (Kay Walsh), George Bird (Alec Guinness)

Last Holiday

Alec Guinness-starring Ealing comedy about a man who is told he doesn't have long to live.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:10pm (repeat)
Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Nurse Gladys Emmanuel (Lynda Baron), Granville (David Jason), Albert Arkwright (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: BBC

Open All Hours

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

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

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 5, Episode 13 - The Beautiful Game

Tracey manages a boys' football team, while Dorien finds a psychic who will change her life.

London Live 2:30pm (repeat)
The Crowded Day. Image shows from L to R: Maggie (Rachel Roberts), Suzy (Vera Day), Mrs. Morgan (Freda Jackson), Marge (Dora Bryan)

The Crowded Day

Comic drama set in a central London department store in the run-up to Christmas.

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

Spot Bots

Episode 24 - Counting Cogs

The Spot Bots play zooples to take a break from counting Cubi's cog collection.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:50pm (repeat)
Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Nurse Gladys Emmanuel (Lynda Baron), Granville (David Jason), Albert Arkwright (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: BBC

Open All Hours

Series 2, Episode 4 - The New Suit

Arkwright has to buy a new suit - on Nurse Gladys Emmanuel's say so.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 2:50pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 7, Episode 1 - It's A Sorry Lorry Morrie

Terry leaves his fingerprints on a stolen lorry while doing a job for Arthur.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:30pm (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 13th and 14th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

Disney XD 3:45pm (repeat)
Counterfeit Cat. Copyright: Wildseed Studios

Counterfeit Cat

Episode 2 - Where Do All The Cat Toys Go?

Max loses his favourite toy leading to him and Gark being engulfed in a rip in space time.

CITV 3:55pm (repeat)
My Parents Are Aliens

My Parents Are Aliens

A selection of three episodes of the children's comedy.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4pm (repeat)
The Unbelievable Truth. David Mitchell. Copyright: BBC / Random Entertainment

The Unbelievable Truth

Series 8, Episode 3

David Mitchell is joined by Tom Wrigglesworth, Tony Hawks, Alan Davies and John Finnemore to talk on subjects such as hamburgers, snoring, pens and crocodiles.

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

Boj

Episode 50 - Sploshy Fun

When Denzil and Rupa fail to win their swimming badges, Boj encourages his buddies to have sploshy fun in the pool and win a new badge at the same time!

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:15pm (repeat)
Doctor In The House. Image shows from L to R: Danny Hooley (Jonathan Lynn), Dave Briddock (Simon Cuff), Duncan Waring (Robin Nedwell), Mike Upton (Barry Evans), Paul Collier (George Layton), Dick Stuart-Clark (Geoffrey Davies)

Doctor In The House

Series 2, Episode 8 - If You Can Help Somebody... Don't!

Michael is concerned for an elderly lady who is being discharged from the hospital against her wishes.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:30pm
30 min
Hank Zipzer. Image shows from L to R: Hank Zipzer (Nick James), Mr Rock (Henry Winkler)

Hank Zipzer

Series 3, Episode 11 - Christmas In July

Only Hank Zipzer would think of holding Christmas in the middle of summer.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:50pm (repeat)
Rising Damp. Rupert Rigsby (Leonard Rossiter). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

Rising Damp

Series 1, Episode 6 - Stand Up And Be Counted

It's election time and the house is out in force: Alan and Philip are making Labour posters in the attic whilst Rigsby is canvassing for the Conservatives. Ruth, meanwhile, is being wooed by all sides.

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

George & Mildred

Series 1, Episode 1 - Moving On

With their home due for demolition by order of the council, George and Mildred Roper are forced to look to move home. Much against the wishes of George and the estate agent - who happens to be the next-door neighbour - Mildred settles on 46 Peacock Crescent, Hampton Wick.

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

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 24 - The Golden Gate Bridge, USA

It is a very foggy day, and the Golden Gate Bridge foghorns are missing. Can the Go Jetters help?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Simon Evans Goes To Market. Simon Evans. Copyright: BBC

Simon Evans Goes To Market

Series 3, Episode 1 - Youth

Simon looks at youth - the period in life when the young suddenly disengage from the home unit and plummet from the safety of the family nest.

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

Gigglebiz

Series 3, Episode 4

Professor Muddles builds a tickle machine, Captain Adorable hurtles through space with his intrepid crew, trying and failing to dodge asteroids and Storybook Stan unsuccessfully attempts to read a story about a Russian doll.

Talking Pictures TV 5:40pm (repeat)
Randle And All That

Randle And All That

Variety short starring Frank Randle.

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 4, Episode 6

Jacko finds himself in a desperate predicament - but can he get himeself out of trouble?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:10pm (repeat)
My Family. Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 6, Episode 1 - Bliss For Idiots

Ben is unhappy with his lot, but is even less happy with Susan's book-writing house guest. Perhaps the Brotherhood of the Cockerel has the answer?

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Simon Evans Goes To Market. Simon Evans. Copyright: BBC

Simon Evans Goes To Market

Series 3, Episode 2 - Marriage

Is it all romance and flowers and living in harmony? Or is it in fact the most commercial of transactions, riddled with economic calculations from beginning to end. And talking of the end, what are the economic effects of divorce on the ex-happy couple?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:35pm (repeat)
Scream Street

Scream Street

Series 1, Episode 9 - Heartbreak Heist

When Otto learns that the Farr family treasure lies buried somewhere beneath Scream Street, he forces Cleo to help him find it - by holding her heart to ransom! Unfortunately dim-witted Cleo's Dad has forgotten where the treasure is, so as everyone tries to find it, the situation becomes a race against time to save Cleo's heart.

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 9, Episode 3 - Dried Dates And Codfanglers

Compo discovers - too late - that the little black ball he has just tossed into Seymour's pond is of great sentimental value to him - particularly relating to one Nora Batty. But Seymour is more interested in demonstrating his new voice-activated, electronic door-lock.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 10 - Jeopardy Mouse

When the Baron rearranges the countries of the world Danger Mouse reluctantly joins forces with his American counterpart, Jeopardy Mouse, and takes New Zealand for a spin.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:50pm (repeat)
Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Nurse Gladys Emmanuel (Lynda Baron), Granville (David Jason), Albert Arkwright (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: BBC

Open All Hours

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

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

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

Tell Me Another

Amusing and interesting personal anecdotes as told to Dick Hills.

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

Horrible Histories

Series 1, Episode 5

A priest makes a piano from live pigs, Emperor Caligula declares war on the sea, and we discover disgusting beauty tips from Ancient Egypt.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
Typewriter

The Small, Intricate Life Of Gerald C. Potter

Episode 4.4, The Menagerie: The writer's wife Diana attempts a book about animals for children.

U&Drama channel logo 7:20pm (repeat)
Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?. Image shows from L to R: Terry Collier (James Bolam), Bob Ferris (Rodney Bewes). Copyright: BBC

Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?

Series 2, Episode 5 - The Great Race

Terry and Bob challenge each other to a cross-country cycle race, but they have failed to take into account the passage of time since they last tried it and sneaky tactics have to be employed by both of them.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:30pm (repeat)
Still Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Granville (David Jason), Leroy (James Baxter). Copyright: BBC

Still Open All Hours

Series 2, Episode 4

Granville plans a double date with Madge and Mavis but needs to find a way to smarten up Gastric. There's more romance in the air as Mrs Featherstone has her heart set on a new husband and Nurse Gladys is wooed by a former patient, Mick, whose boil she once attended to. Meanwhile, a mysterious new product from the Far East arrives which needs some clever marketing to Eric and Cyril.

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 9.4, The D-Day Show: Saluting the days of war, as the wacky team commemorate the 1944 Normandy invasion.

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 4, Episode 3 - Good Staff Are Hard To Find

With Maria lost in the post, René and Edith are auditioning for a new serving girl - surprisingly, it seems that the two are looking for entirely different qualities! Meanwhile, with the Italians now in the war, Captain Alberto Bertorelli arrives at the château.

U&Dave channel logo 8pm (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 4, Episode 7

Joining David's team this week are comedic TV presenter Patrick Kielty and veteran actor Bernard Cribbins. They'll be doing their best to outwit Lee and his team: Deborah Meaden from Dragon's Den and comic Mark Watson.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
Duck Quacks Don't Echo. Lee Mack. Copyright: Magnum Media

Duck Quacks Don't Echo

Series 2, Highlights Special - Extra

Relive the most memorable moments from Series 2 of the riotous panel show.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:10pm (repeat)
One Foot In The Grave. Image shows from L to R: Margaret Meldrew (Annette Crosbie), Victor Meldrew (Richard Wilson). Copyright: BBC

One Foot In The Grave

Series 3, Christmas Special - The Man In The Long Black Coat

Seven months after Patrick gunned down one hundred of his garden gnomes in cold blood, Victor still has a score to settle with his next-door neighbour. Meanwhile, down on his allotment all is not what it would appear with a pile of horse manure bought from a dodgy character.

U&Yesterday channel logo 8:35pm (repeat)
Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?. Image shows from L to R: Terry Collier (James Bolam), Bob Ferris (Rodney Bewes). Copyright: BBC

Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?

Series 1, Episode 1 - Strangers On A Train

When Bob spends a weekend in London after leaving the Army, he is ill-prepared for the events of the homeward journey. Not only does he have an unexpected reunion on the train but he is also in danger of not getting home at all - and Thelma is not happy to see the stranger who awaits her at the train station.

U&Dave channel logo 8:40pm (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 7

Joining David this week are Olympic cyclist Sir Chris Hoy and impressionist Ronni Ancona. Teaming up with Lee are comedian and author Danny Wallace and sports presenter Gabby Logan.

London Live 9pm (repeat)
Da Ali G Show. Ali G (Sacha Baron Cohen)

Da Ali G Show

Sacha Baron Cohen provides an inimitable mix of global reportage and celebrity chat via his characters Ali G, Borat and Bruno.

Comedy Central Extra 9pm (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 1, Highlights Special - Best Bits

A chance to see some of the best bits from the last seven weeks, as well as some previously unseen material.

U&Yesterday channel logo 9:15pm (repeat)
Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?. Image shows from L to R: Terry Collier (James Bolam), Bob Ferris (Rodney Bewes). Copyright: BBC

Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?

Series 1, Episode 2 - Home Is The Hero

Terry's homecoming is greeted with a certain lack of enthusiasm and it's down to Bob to provide him with a bed. Thelma is suffering from shock and Bob attempts to ease her fears but letting your new home be used as temporary accommodation by your best mate is not going to help - if she finds out!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:15pm (repeat)
Samantha Spiro

The Benefit Of Time

Afternoon Play revolving around a woman whose life is transformed when she undergoes past life hypnosis and finds out she was Anne Boleyn.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
The Rebel. Henry Palmer (Simon Callow). Copyright: Retort

The Rebel

Series 1, Episode 3 - Art

Charles has been holding the fort at the charity shop when he sells an old urine bottle. Unfortunately it has great sentimental value for Margaret, and also seems to be an apprentice piece by Marcel Duchamp for his famous urinal art-work.

U&Dave channel logo 9:20pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Sandi Toksvig. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

A selection of five episodes of the world's cleverest and most interesting panel show.

London Live 9:30pm (repeat)
Da Ali G Show. Ali G (Sacha Baron Cohen)

Da Ali G Show

Sacha Baron Cohen provides an inimitable mix of global reportage and celebrity chat via his characters Ali G, Borat and Bruno.

U&Yesterday channel logo 9:55pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 2, Episode 1

Hyacinth is appalled when she sees a strange man at Elizabeth's who appears to have spent the night there. What will it do to the property values?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
Men Behaving Badly. Image shows from L to R: Gary Strang (Martin Clunes), Dorothy (Caroline Quentin), Tony Smart (Neil Morrissey), Deborah (Leslie Ash). Copyright: Hartswood Films Ltd

Men Behaving Badly

Series 5, Episode 5 - Cardigan

Gary feels middle-aged when Deborah starts hanging out with her new student friends. Then, to cap it all, he gets mistaken for George at the office.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
Boy Meets Girl. Image shows from L to R: Leo (Harry Hepple), Judy (Rebecca Root). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Boy Meets Girl

Series 2, Episode 6

On the night before the wedding Peggy's boiler bursts. Pam comes to the rescue, insisting that the Arkleys move in with the Macdonalds for the night.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Simon Evans Goes To Market. Simon Evans. Copyright: BBC

Simon Evans Goes To Market

Series 3, Episode 1 - Youth

Simon looks at youth - the period in life when the young suddenly disengage from the home unit and plummet from the safety of the family nest.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:15pm
50 min version
(repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Lionel Nimrod's Inexplicable World. Image shows from L to R: Armando Iannucci, Stewart Lee, Richard Herring, Rebecca Front. Copyright: BBC

Lionel Nimrod's Inexplicable World

Series 2, Episode 2 - The Future

What is it and why is it kept hidden from us, when if we knew what it was we would at least know if we needed to take a change of pants?

U&Yesterday channel logo 10:35pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 2, Episode 2

Hyacinth is thrilled when the wealthy Mrs Fortescue asks them for a lift into town. But events don't go quite as Hyacinth would have wished, and she ends up on the back of a lorry whilst Mrs Fortescue is in the pub!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40pm (repeat)
Men Behaving Badly. Image shows from L to R: Gary Strang (Martin Clunes), Dorothy (Caroline Quentin), Tony Smart (Neil Morrissey), Deborah (Leslie Ash). Copyright: Hartswood Films Ltd

Men Behaving Badly

Series 5, Episode 6 - Rich And Fat

Tony discovers that Gary has £33,000 in his current account, while Tony's ever-expanding waistline doesn't go unnoticed.

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 5, Episode 13 - The Beautiful Game

Tracey manages a boys' football team, while Dorien finds a psychic who will change her life.

Radio 4 11pm
30 min
Daphne. Image shows from L to R: Jason Forbes, George Fouracres, Phil Wang

Daphne Sounds Expensive

Series 1, Episode 4

Sketch comedy show written by and starring Jason Forbes, George Fouracres and Phil Wang.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
The Mark Steel Revolution. Mark Steel. Copyright: BBC

The Mark Steel Revolution

Episode 5 - The American Civil War

The radical comedian asks if the battling was part of a revolution.

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A League Of Their Own. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 9, Episode 2

James Corden and the gang are on good form as they're joined by Arsenal goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny, TV presenter Alex Brooker and Absolutely Fabulous favourite Jennifer Saunders.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Image shows from L to R: Roisin Conaty, Sean Lock, Rachel Riley, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson, Susie Dent, David O'Doherty, Jonathan Ross. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 3 (Channel 4: Series 4), Episode 5

Jimmy Carr, Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by Jo Brand and Claudia Winkleman. Bill Bailey joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Joe Wilkinson 'helps' Rachel Riley provide the letters and numbers.

U&Yesterday channel logo 11:15pm (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 4, Episode 4 - The Flying Nun

With invasion plans afoot, and new waitress Mimi Labonq proving to be equal help and hindrance, Michelle supplies René with a newer, more powerful radio - as long as it can get a good signal.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20pm (repeat)
Red Dwarf. Image shows from L to R: Cat (Danny John-Jules), Kryten (Robert Llewellyn), Holly (Hattie Hayridge), Lister (Craig Charles), Rimmer (Chris Barrie). Copyright: BBC

Red Dwarf

Series IV, Episode 6 - Meltdown

Kryten discovers a matter transporter and transports the crew to 'Waxworld' - a theme park full of waxdroids.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
The Shuttleworths. John Shuttleworth (Graham Fellows). Copyright: BBC

The Shuttleworths

Series 3, Episode 1 - Chic Ken

John starts envying his agent Ken's bachelor lifestyle.

U&W channel logo 11:40pm
60 min version
(repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 8, Episode 3

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.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:45pm (repeat)
The In Crowd

The In Crowd

Episode 1: Sketch show from Manchester's Comedy Store with Robin Ince, Helen Moon, Smug Roberts and Kate Ward.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV Midnight (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Sophie Chapman (Olivia Colman), Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb), Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 3, Episode 3 - Shrooming

Jeremy plans to throw a secret magic mushroom party in the flat, where he hopes to seduce his ex, Big Suze. But when Mark suddenly arrives home from work with gastric flu, Jeremy's plans go to pieces.

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 13, Episode 1

Jimmy Carr once again oversees the disputes and deliberations on the topical events that set the nation's chins wagging. Jon Richardson and Sean Lock are joined by Joe Wilkinson, Ellie Taylor, Natalie Cassidy and Gabby Logan.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:35am (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Sophie Chapman (Olivia Colman), Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb), Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 3, Episode 4 - Sistering

Mark's plans for an enjoyable and productive week off work go out the window when his sister comes to stay. Jeremy clearly has the hots for her, and when Mark warns him to back off, Jeremy just wants her more...

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Men Behaving Badly. Image shows from L to R: Gary Strang (Martin Clunes), Dorothy (Caroline Quentin), Tony Smart (Neil Morrissey), Deborah (Leslie Ash). Copyright: Hartswood Films Ltd

Men Behaving Badly

Series 6, Episode 4 - Watching TV

When Tony's relentless cheerfulness gets everyone down, the others decide that humiliation is the only answer.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 1:10am (repeat)
Benidorm. Image shows from L to R: Jacqueline Stewart (Janine Duvitski), Donald Stewart (Kenny Ireland). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Benidorm

Series 3, Episode 1

Following the hostage situation, the holidaymakers return to The Solana to enjoy a free week's vacation as compensation for their travails the previous year.

Comedy Central Extra 1:25am (repeat)
The Alternative Comedy Experience. Copyright: Comedy Central

The Alternative Comedy Experience

Series 1, Episode 2 - Identity Theft

Chaser Paul Sinha is joined by David O'Doherty, Henning Wehn, and funny women Josie Long, Bridget Christie and Isy Suttie. Backstage chats with Stewart Lee.

U&Drama channel logo 1:40am (repeat)
The Indian Doctor. Dr. Prem Sharma (Sanjeev Bhaskar). Copyright: Rondo / Avatar

The Indian Doctor

Series 1, Episode 4 - The Van

The new doctor, Prem Sharma, comes up with a cunning plan to diagnose the miners' health problems.

London Live 1:50am (repeat)
Noel Fielding's Luxury Comedy. Noel Fielding. Copyright: Secret Peter

Noel Fielding's Luxury Comedy

Noel Fielding's Luxury Comedy, Episode 3 - King Tutta

Dolly falls in love with a hat, Roy Circles reveals how he got over the death of his wife, and Noel uses his magic typewriter to obtain the ultimate frying pan.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:50am (repeat)
Red Dwarf. Image shows from L to R: Cat (Danny John-Jules), Kryten (Robert Llewellyn), Holly (Hattie Hayridge), Lister (Craig Charles), Rimmer (Chris Barrie). Copyright: BBC

Red Dwarf

Series IV, Episode 6 - Meltdown

Kryten discovers a matter transporter and transports the crew to 'Waxworld' - a theme park full of waxdroids.

Comedy Central Extra 1:55am (repeat)
Lee Nelson Live. Simon Brodkin. Copyright: Avalon Television

Lee Nelson Live

TV broadcast of Lee Nelson's first live stand-up DVD.

Comedy Central 2am (repeat)
Stand Up Central. Russell Howard

Stand Up Central

Series 2, Episode 4

Russell Howard talks Tom Jones, pant throwing and RnB music with a West Country edge. His guests are Kiri Pritchard-McLean and James Acaster.

U&Dave channel logo 2am (repeat)
Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Denise Van Outen, Alan Davies, Jason Byrne, Alice Levine. Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled

Series 3, Episode 9

Alan is joined by Jason Byrne, Denise Van Outen, Josh Widdicombe and Alice Levine to discuss such varied subjects as acts of charity (with a twist!), stealing from the Royal Family, tough crowds and how sitting down in the shower can lead to some serious consequences.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 2:10am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 7, Episode 1 - It's A Sorry Lorry Morrie

Terry leaves his fingerprints on a stolen lorry while doing a job for Arthur.

ITV Encore 2:10am (repeat)
Kingdom. Peter Kingdom (Stephen Fry). Copyright: Sprout Pictures / Parallel Film & Television Productions

Kingdom

Series 1, Episode 4

A year since the death of her husband, neither Gloria nor son Scott are dealing with their loss well. Meanwhile, Peter's on the verge of bringing a Human Rights case against his old Cambridge college.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 2:15am (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Image shows from L to R: Roisin Conaty, Sean Lock, Rachel Riley, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson, Susie Dent, David O'Doherty, Jonathan Ross. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 3 (Channel 4: Series 4), Episode 5

Jimmy Carr, Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by Jo Brand and Claudia Winkleman. Bill Bailey joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Joe Wilkinson 'helps' Rachel Riley provide the letters and numbers.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:20am (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.

London Live 2:25am (repeat)
PhoneShop. Image shows from L to R: Christopher (Tom Bennett), Ashley (Andrew Brooke), Lance (Martin Trenaman), Jerwayne (Javone Prince), Janine (Emma Fryer). Copyright: Talkback

PhoneShop

Series 3, Episode 5 - Hair Today

As a new shop opens on the high street, Jerwayne and Ashley believe they're witnessing the green shoots of recovery in their love life. Meanwhile Janine is making Lance look fabulous, and Christopher is... Hang on. Where is Christopher?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:30am (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Sophie Chapman (Olivia Colman), Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb), Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 3, Episode 3 - Shrooming

Jeremy plans to throw a secret magic mushroom party in the flat, where he hopes to seduce his ex, Big Suze. But when Mark suddenly arrives home from work with gastric flu, Jeremy's plans go to pieces.

Comedy Central 2:30am (repeat)
Drunk History. Image shows from L to R: Edward Wilson (Tim Downie), Captain Robert Falcon Scott (Mathew Horne), Lawrence Oates (Matthew Steer). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Drunk History

Series 2, Episode 2

Iain Stirling slurs his way through Scott of the Antarctic (featuring Mathew Horne and Catherine Tate); whilst Chris Ramsey talks the sinking of the Titanic (featuring Phill Jupitus and Ben Bailey Smith).

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

Desmond's

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

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3am (repeat)
Jeeves And Wooster. Image shows from L to R: Bertie Wooster (Hugh Laurie), Jeeves (Stephen Fry). Copyright: Picture Partnership Productions

Jeeves And Wooster

Series 2, Episode 1

Aunt Dahlia is again making demands of Bertie; this time, he's to arrange for an antique cow-shaped milk creamer to be turned over to Uncle Tom's possession. Unfortunately, there's a fascist and a near-senile judge to contend with first...

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

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 3, Episode 3

Jarred Christmas explains why December is the best month, Suzi Ruffell has a party house, Carl Donnelly is suspicious of animals, and Nish Kumar is 'mysterious'.

U&Dave channel logo 3am (repeat)
Never Mind The Buzzcocks. Copyright: TalkbackThames / BBC

Never Mind The Buzzcocks

Series 27, Episode 7

Jordan and Harley from Rizzle Kicks host. With Noel Fielding, Phill Jupitus, Laura Whitmore, Lissie and Paul Foot.

Comedy Central 3:25am (repeat)
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 3, Episode 4

Shappi Khorsandi wants the best for her son, Gary Delaney is all about the one-liners, Dane Baptiste praises smoking, and Andy Askins is a family man.

U&Dave channel logo 3:30am (repeat)
Never Mind The Buzzcocks. Copyright: TalkbackThames / BBC

Never Mind The Buzzcocks

Series 27, Episode 9

Jack Whitehall takes on hosting duties. Joining team captains Phill Jupitus and Noel Fielding are Johnny Borrell, Katy B, Alex Brooker, and, uh, Kriss Akabusi.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4am (repeat)
The Unbelievable Truth. David Mitchell. Copyright: BBC / Random Entertainment

The Unbelievable Truth

Series 8, Episode 3

David Mitchell is joined by Tom Wrigglesworth, Tony Hawks, Alan Davies and John Finnemore to talk on subjects such as hamburgers, snoring, pens and crocodiles.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
Simon Evans Goes To Market. Simon Evans. Copyright: BBC

Simon Evans Goes To Market

Series 3, Episode 1 - Youth

Simon looks at youth - the period in life when the young suddenly disengage from the home unit and plummet from the safety of the family nest.

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