British Comedy Guide

Schedule Tuesday 13th September 2016

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In Loving Memory. Image shows from L to R: Vera Venables (Cheryl Hall), Billy Henshaw (Christopher Beeny), Delores (Mary Preston). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

In Loving Memory

Series 3, Christmas Special - God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen

It's looking to be a cash-strapped Christmas at Unsworth's, but Ivy has just the thing to distract and bring some joy: producing the local undertaker's association's pantomime.

ITV Encore 6:10am (repeat)
The Darling Buds Of May. Pop Larkin (David Jason)

The Darling Buds Of May

Comedy drama series about H.E. Bates's eccentric Larkin family.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:10am (repeat)
Zig And Zag

Zig And Zag

Episode 25 - Chez Zog

In an attempt to raise enough cash to eat at the fanciest restaurant in Burbia, Zig and Zag set up their own fancy restaurant.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:25am (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 1, Episode 1 - Monday

It's Monday and aside from a missing delivery of granary torpedos, the team must also deal with a new, inexperienced and somewhat naive human resources manager.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 7 - The World Wide Spider

Danger Mouse has to face his only fear when Penfold accidentally wakes a gigantic World Wide Spider.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Mark Watson

Mark Watson Talks A Bit About Life

Series 2, Episode 3 - Family

Watson and his team look at family. It's often considered the staple of a happy existence, but does family life enrich us or merely guarantee hang-ups and frustrations? We can't live without our families, but should we feel bad for wanting to?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8am (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 4 - Nemesis

A vengeful school mate, Rovi, comes to Earth intent on making George (aka Thermoman) miserable. First he takes over Piers' body and makes Janet fall in love with him. Then he takes over as the world's superhero. In a desperate attempt to win Janet back,Thermoman issues the terible challenge of Chang-Ching. Can he defeat Rovi/Piers and win back Janet's love?

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

Diddy TV

Series 2, Episode 1 - Breaking Wind

Featuring The Great Diddy Bake Off. Also, it is feeding time in the Diddy Brother house, and someone is in for a big surprise in Just For Pranks.

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

Radio adaptation of Galton & Simpson's hit TV sitcom about a father and son rag-and-bone man team.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:05am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 21 - The Forbidden City, China

Some runaway Chinese drums roll towards the Forbidden City. Can the Go Jetters stop them?

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:25am (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 1, Episode 7 - Suits You Justin

Justin is going out to dinner, but he has played football in his best suit. As long as he doesn't shrink it in the wash, everything will be fine. Will Justin follow the washing instructions properly? And how will a giant duvet come to everyone's rescue?

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

The Men From The Ministry

Satrical sitcom about the bungling civil servants at the General Assistance Department.

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

Series 20, Episode 1 - The Pony Set

Auntie Wainwright has a new line in all things equestrian - even a riding simulator, which Compo thinks might come rather handy.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am
45 min version
(repeat)
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The Roy Files. Copyright: JAM Media

The Roy Files

Episode 7 - Healthy Living

Roy explores the different ways in which he has tried, and at times failed, to embrace healthy living.

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

Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Episode 46 - Patience

Wussywat and friends are going to have a party.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:30am (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 20, Episode 2 - How Errol Flynn Discovered The Secret Of Nora Batt

Compo tries to win Nora's heart by dressing up as Robin Hood.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:45am (repeat)
Foley And McColl: The Interview

Foley And McColl: The Interview

A repeat of this 2003 radio.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 9:50am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 8, Episode 3 - Whatever Happened To Her Indoors

Arthur's wife has gone missing.

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

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 7 - The Genie

When Sooty finds a magical lamp on the beach, he discovers that it contains a genie. But this genie causes nothing but mischief, and won't get back in the lamp. It's up to Sooty to sort things out. Guest starring Dave Benson Phillips.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:10am (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 4 - How To Ignite Your Errand Boy

Arkwright's plan to make his own fire lighters has a snag, they may be somewhat dangerous to make...Oh well, Granville is not busy...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:50am (repeat)
A Bit Of A Do. Ted Simcock (David Jason). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

A Bit Of A Do

Series 1, Episode 3 - The Angling Club Christmas Party

Ted and Liz attend the party as a couple which causes awkwardness amongst their family and friends. This is heightened when Laurence and Rita also put in an appearance. Ted is also blackmailed due to having cheated in a fishing tournament and shamefacedly resigns.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason), Grandad (Lennard Pearce). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 2, Episode 7 - A Touch Of Glass

A chance meeting with a member of the aristocracy enables Del to impress with his, previously unknown, knowledge of chandelier repairing. He enlists the help of Rodney and Grandad to get them down...

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

Radio adaptation of Galton & Simpson's hit TV sitcom about a father and son rag-and-bone man team.

YouTube 12pm
7 min
Intergalactic Sausage. Image shows from L to R: Joey (Joey Page), John (John Hopkins). Copyright: Wildseed Studios

Intergalactic Sausage

Episode 3 - The Spot

Joey has met a girl and is going on a date, but Uncle John realises he might have the black death.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:20pm (repeat)
The Roy Files. Copyright: JAM Media

The Roy Files

Episode 7 - Healthy Living

Roy explores the different ways in which he has tried, and at times failed, to embrace healthy living.

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

The Men From The Ministry

Satrical sitcom about the bungling civil servants at the General Assistance Department.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:35pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 2, Episode 7 - Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow

The farmer gets ready for a date and wants to look his best, so it's time to dust off his prized hairpiece. Shaun can't resist trying the wig on but loses it while showing off to the flock. The race is on as Shaun and Bitzer try to return the wig in time for the farmer's big night.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason), Grandad (Lennard Pearce). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 3, Episode 1 - Homesick

Grandad's not well, his legs are playing him up and the lifts are broken. When Rodney finds himself unwittingly elected to Chairman of the local Residents' Association, Del spies the perfect opportunity to improve their lot.

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 12, Episode 5 - That's Not Captain Zero

Foggy helps when a van breaks down.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Roger Bailey Jr. (Keiron Self), Janey Harper (Daniela Denby-Ashe), Kenzo Harper (Tayler Marshall), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker), Michael Harper (Gabriel Thomson), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay), Abi Harper (Siobhan Hayes). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 7, Episode 5 - Susan Of Troy

Michael succeeds in placing the whole family on The Weakest Link, but Anne Robinson is about to raise more difficult questions than expected.

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

Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Episode 46 - Patience

Wussywat and friends are going to have a party.

ITV Encore 1:30pm (repeat)
The Darling Buds Of May. Pop Larkin (David Jason)

The Darling Buds Of May

Comedy drama series about H.E. Bates's eccentric Larkin family.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 2, Episode 27 - Faster And Faster

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

U&Drama channel logo 1:40pm (repeat)
A Fine Romance. Image shows from L to R: Laura Dalton (Judi Dench), Mike Selway (Michael Williams). Copyright: London Weekend Television

A Fine Romance

Gentle sitcom about the begrudging and at times difficult romance between two individuals; a translator and a gardener.

BBC Two 1:45pm (repeat)
Three Up, Two Down. Image shows from L to R: Angie Tyler (Lysette Anthony), Nick Tyler (Ray Burdis), Sam Tyler (Michael Elphick), Daphne Trenchard (Angela Thorne). Copyright: BBC

Three Up, Two Down

Series 3, Episode 6 - Come Sail With Me

Daphne's fears are confirmed when a trip to the coast finds her all at sea with Sam.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2pm (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 4 - The Affair

Penny arrives in London unannounced, convinced that Stephen is having an affair and seeking a place to stay. Lionel's love scene deadline is pressing, which makes for a long and busy day.

London Live 2:10pm (repeat)
The Love Lottery. Rex Allerton (David Niven). Copyright: Ealing Studios

The Love Lottery

After a Hollywood star is duped by a gambling syndicate, he's forced to offer himself as first prize in an international lottery.

BBC Two 2:15pm (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Image shows from L to R: Barry Stuart-Hargreaves (Barry Howard), Yvonne Stuart-Hargreaves (Diane Holland). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 3, Episode 4 - The Pay-Off

The local Council are determined to build a hospital next to Maplin's Holiday Camp. Joe Maplin sends a shoebox full of money to Jeffrey with instructions that he is to bribe the four councillors.

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 8, Episode 4 - Baggage

When the past collides with the present at a school reunion, Sharon, Tracey and Dorien have to re-assess their lives.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:40pm (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 1, Episode 1 - Monday

It's Monday and aside from a missing delivery of granary torpedos, the team must also deal with a new, inexperienced and somewhat naive human resources manager.

BBC Two 2:45pm (repeat)
Yes Minister. Image shows from L to R: James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne), Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds). Copyright: BBC

Yes Minister

Series 3, Episode 1 - Equal Opportunities

Prompted by a schoolgirl's question as to what he has actually achieved in cabinet, Jim searches for a raison d'être. Talking to a particularly intelligent female undersecretary, he's suddenly struck by how few women there are in the Civil Service.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20pm (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 4 - Nemesis

A vengeful school mate, Rovi, comes to Earth intent on making George (aka Thermoman) miserable. First he takes over Piers' body and makes Janet fall in love with him. Then he takes over as the world's superhero. In a desperate attempt to win Janet back,Thermoman issues the terible challenge of Chang-Ching. Can he defeat Rovi/Piers and win back Janet's love?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:45pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 5, Episode 6 - Babysitter Bitzer

The flock are off for a girls night out leaving Bitzer to Babysit Timmy. It's not long before the youngster makes clear who's in charge.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 3:50pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 8, Episode 4 - Three Cons Make A Mountain

Arthur has to try and get rid of three unsaleable items without showing that he has been conned.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4pm (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 20, Episode 1 - The Pony Set

Auntie Wainwright has a new line in all things equestrian - even a riding simulator, which Compo thinks might come rather handy.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:10pm (repeat)
In Loving Memory. Copyright: Yorkshire Television

In Loving Memory

Series 4, Episode 1 - Flying Undertaker

After being buzzed by a low-flying plane and finding its pilot is an attractive young woman, Billy sets his sight on the skies. But Auntie Ivy isn't going to let him get into danger without sticking an oar in!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30pm (repeat)
Safety Catch. Simon McGrath (Darren Boyd). Copyright: BBC

Safety Catch

Series 3, Episode 1 - Better The Devil You Know

Reluctant arms dealer Simon McGrath finally has the opportunity to leave his dubious line of employment when an American company puts in a takeover bid.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:40pm (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 20, Episode 2 - How Errol Flynn Discovered The Secret Of Nora Batt

Compo tries to win Nora's heart by dressing up as Robin Hood.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:50pm (repeat)
You're Only Young Twice. Image shows from L to R: Cissie Lupin (Pat Coombs), Flora Petty (Peggy Mount). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

You're Only Young Twice

Series 1, Episode 7 - Too Many Cooks

It's never a happy day at Paradise Lodge when Flora commemorates the anniversary of the death of her late husband. To make matters worse, cook has walked out and Flora now has the run of the kitchen!

CITV 5pm (repeat)
My Parents Are Aliens

My Parents Are Aliens

Long-running children's sitcom following the lives of three orphaned children. Their new foster parents are secretly aliens.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
Food

Bangers And Mash

Comedy series by Katie Hims, in which former nun Martina takes a job with a chaotic catering company.

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 4, Episode 6 - The Mating Game

Mildred's beloved dog Truffles is in season. George is all for getting her some form of injection - until he hears the price of pedigree puppies. Meanwhile, Tristram's becoming more impressionable, and Ann insists Jeffrey gives up smoking.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:20pm (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 4 - How To Ignite Your Errand Boy

Arkwright's plan to make his own fire lighters has a snag, they may be somewhat dangerous to make...Oh well, Granville is not busy...

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Mark Watson

Mark Watson Talks A Bit About Life

Series 2, Episode 3 - Family

Watson and his team look at family. It's often considered the staple of a happy existence, but does family life enrich us or merely guarantee hang-ups and frustrations? We can't live without our families, but should we feel bad for wanting to?

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (repeat)
A Fine Romance. Image shows from L to R: Laura Dalton (Judi Dench), Mike Selway (Michael Williams). Copyright: London Weekend Television

A Fine Romance

Gentle sitcom about the begrudging and at times difficult romance between two individuals; a translator and a gardener.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (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 4 - The Affair

Penny arrives in London unannounced, convinced that Stephen is having an affair and seeking a place to stay. Lionel's love scene deadline is pressing, which makes for a long and busy day.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6pm
10 min
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 5, Episode 7 - Dodgy Lodger

When one of the pigs attempts to make friends with Timmy, his cohorts evict him as punishment. The sheep take him into the barn, and attempt to transform him into the epitome of porcine sophistication, but do they really know who they have invited into their home?

Challenge TV 6:30pm (repeat)
Blankety Blank. Copyright: Thames

Blankety Blank

Comedy panel-game-show of missing words hosted in turn by Terry Wogan, Les Dawson, Lily Savage and Bradley Walsh.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Mark Watson

Mark Watson Talks A Bit About Life

Series 2, Episode 4 - Spirituality

This week, the theme is spirituality. The human spirit, or soul, can be a controversial idea. We cannot see it, yet many people insist it is there - similar to Pokemon. Is there a life beyond death and, if there is, will we like it?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 6:30pm (repeat)
Last Of The Last Of The Summer Wine

Last Of The Last Of The Summer Wine

Retrospective of the world's longest running sitcom as it ends after more than 30 years, presented by poet Ian McMillan.

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 12, Episode 5 - That's Not Captain Zero

Foggy helps when a van breaks down.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:40pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Roger Bailey Jr. (Keiron Self), Janey Harper (Daniela Denby-Ashe), Kenzo Harper (Tayler Marshall), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker), Michael Harper (Gabriel Thomson), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay), Abi Harper (Siobhan Hayes). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 7, Episode 5 - Susan Of Troy

Michael succeeds in placing the whole family on The Weakest Link, but Anne Robinson is about to raise more difficult questions than expected.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 7 - The World Wide Spider

Danger Mouse has to face his only fear when Penfold accidentally wakes a gigantic World Wide Spider.

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

Tell Me Another

Series 4, Episode 7

Stories about their early lives. This week starring: Acker Bilk, Tom O'Connor, Sydney Tafler, Dave Lee Travis, Norman Wisdom.

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 5

The Frightful French feature in this episode as King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette go on Historical Wife Swap with some starving French peasants.

Challenge TV 7:15pm (repeat)
Blankety Blank. Copyright: Thames

Blankety Blank

Comedy panel-game-show of missing words hosted in turn by Terry Wogan, Les Dawson, Lily Savage and Bradley Walsh.

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 6 - Some Day We'll Laugh About This

When Bob and Thelma go away for a weekend of skiing, Bob leave Terry in charge of their new home with a list of DIY jobs to complete! Thelma is unaware of the plan until her mother catches Terry at the house and her news puts a damper on the holiday.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 2, Episode 1 - Just Desserts

Fletch has acquired an illicit tin of pineapple chunks, but they are stolen before he has the chance to enjoy them. It soon emerges that the pineapple chunks have surfaced in a rather unexpected place, while Godber attempts to nick him a replacement from the prison kitchen.

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

The Men From The Ministry

Satrical sitcom about the bungling civil servants at the General Assistance Department.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 7:55pm (repeat)
Mr. Bean. Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson)

Mr. Bean

Episode 12 - Tee Off, Mr. Bean

Mr. Bean sticks rigorously to the rules in a game of crazy golf, and racks up a huge putt-count accordingly. He also needs to visit the laundrette.

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 5, Episode 17 - Going Like A Bomb

With Monsieur Alfonse now considered by Herr Flick to have been exploded by a bedpan, the Colonel sets up Captain Bertorelli to be caught with the stolen - and forged - money. Unfortunately, nothing runs smoothly...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason), Grandad (Lennard Pearce). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 2, Episode 7 - A Touch Of Glass

A chance meeting with a member of the aristocracy enables Del to impress with his, previously unknown, knowledge of chandelier repairing. He enlists the help of Rodney and Grandad to get them down...

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 8pm
60 min
The Last Leg. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Adam Hills, Alex Brooker. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

The Last Leg

The Last Leg: Live From Rio, Episode 7

Comedian Katherine Ryan gets Adam Hills, Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker in line as Day 6 hits its crescendo.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 8pm
60 min
ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 8:30pm (repeat)
Mr. Bean. Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson)

Mr. Bean

Episode 13 - Goodnight Mr. Bean

More mayhem with hapless bumbler Mr. Bean as he thinks up some unusual methods to help him sleep.

U&Yesterday channel logo 8:35pm (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Image shows from L to R: Richard DeVere (Peter Bowles), Mrs. Polouvicka (Daphne Heard). Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Series 2, Episode 2

Audrey and Marjory invite old school friend Podge for the weekend, following her recent divorce. The figure that arrives, however, is far from that which they expected!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason), Grandad (Lennard Pearce). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 3, Episode 1 - Homesick

Grandad's not well, his legs are playing him up and the lifts are broken. When Rodney finds himself unwittingly elected to Chairman of the local Residents' Association, Del spies the perfect opportunity to improve their lot.

Comedy Central Extra 9pm
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.

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

Desmond's

Series 6, Episode 9 - The Return Of Hyacinth Green

Porkpie's old flame Hyacinth turns up.

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

QI

Series J, Episode 10 - Jungles

With Reginald D. Hunter, Greg Proops and David O'Doherty.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 9pm (repeat)
Bridget Jones: The Edge Of Reason. Image shows from L to R: Mark Darcy (Colin Firth), Bridget Jones (Renée Zellweger), Daniel Cleaver (Hugh Grant). Copyright: Working Title Films / Universal Pictures

Bridget Jones: The Edge Of Reason

Comedy sequel with more embarrassments and romantic messes for the diary-keeping heroine. Hapless Bridget gets cold feet about her relationship.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm
60 min
Mount Pleasant. Image shows from L to R: Pauline Johnson (Paula Wilcox), Barry Harris (Bobby Ball). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mount Pleasant

Series 6, Episode 3

Pauline takes her job back at the Dog and Dart. Jane tells Fergus she has nowhere to go but Roger is suspicious of her. Greg asks Dan to be his best man and Denise and Nana both go on dates. Meanwhile Finn and Ella retrieve the cut and shut car from the impound, unaware they have been watched.

U&Yesterday channel logo 9:15pm (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Image shows from L to R: Richard DeVere (Peter Bowles), Mrs. Polouvicka (Daphne Heard). Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Series 2, Episode 3

When a valuable antique goes missing from Richard's display of china, suspicion falls upon Audrey - who appears to be suddenly splashing out on a number of home improvements at the Lodge.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
Fawlty Towers. Image shows from L to R: Sybil Fawlty (Prunella Scales), Basil Fawlty (John Cleese). Copyright: BBC

Fawlty Towers

Series 1, Episode 6 - The Germans

Sybil's in hospital, receiving treatment for an ingrowing toenail. Basil's left at the hotel to carry out a fire alarm test and oversee a group of German guests. What could possibly go wrong?

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

Desmond's

Series 6, Episode 10 - Heavy Traffic

Lee falls in love. She's beautiful, talented, an aromatherapist - and that's not all...

U&Yesterday channel logo 9:55pm (repeat)
Yes Minister. Image shows from L to R: James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne), Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds). Copyright: BBC

Yes Minister

Series 3, Episode 5 - The Bed Of Nails

Hacker is flattered when the PM appoints him as the Government's new 'transport supremo', tasked with forging a grand, unified national transport policy. Sir Humphrey, however, is less than keen, and has a revelation to bring Jim back down to Earth with a bump.

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Nurse

Episode 2

Liz becomes troubled by the relationship between Graham and his mother as Graham's daily diet of doughnuts and junk food continues, not to mention the bickering. Agoraphobic ex-con Billy finds himself in a spot of trouble and Liz meets a new patient called Jack who is a troubled young former soldier.

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Mock The Week

Series 14, Episode 5

Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis are joined by 5 guests: Ed Byrne, Matt Forde, Milton Jones, Zoe Lyons and Josh Widdicombe.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Mark Watson

Mark Watson Talks A Bit About Life

Series 2, Episode 3 - Family

Watson and his team look at family. It's often considered the staple of a happy existence, but does family life enrich us or merely guarantee hang-ups and frustrations? We can't live without our families, but should we feel bad for wanting to?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
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Dave Podmore

Dave Podmore's Cricket Night, Episode 3

There's uproar when a Russian billionaire turns Pod's cricket ground into a supermarket, leaving him with divided loyalties. Supermarkets are 'the future of cricket'. And Pod won't stand in the way of progress. Or will he?

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Yes Minister

Series 3, Episode 6 - The Whisky Priest

After being told of Italian terrorists being found with British government-produced arms, Jim feels compelled to inform the PM and demand an inquiry. This is just the kind of matter, however, that the PM is particularly keen to stay ignorant of.

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Gavin & Stacey

Series 3, Episode 2

Stacey is looking for a new job while insuring Gavin sticks to his recent promise.

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The Royle Family

Series 1, Episode 6

Denise and Dave's wedding day has finally arrived, and the family are busy readying themselves for the ceremony - and drinking - ahead.

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SuperBob

Bob is a very British superhero, doing his best to save the world within accepted health & safety guidelines. But for all his powers, love eludes him.

Radio 4 11pm
30 min
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Couples

Episode 3

Dr Tanya hears some surprising news from Richard and Dewey.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
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Clare In The Community

Series 2, Episode 5 - Mean Streets

Clare and the team volunteer for the street count, but helping the homeless isn't the priority.

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A League Of Their Own

Series 7, Out-takes - Unseen Vol 1

The final whistle may have blown on the panel show's seventh series, but these unseen clips of James Corden and co are sure to keep the laughs coming.

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'Allo 'Allo!

Series 5, Episode 18 - Money To Burn

Time is running out for Monsieur LeClerc; if he does not reveal the whereabouts of the missing money, Flick will have him shot. If he DOES reveal the whereabouts of the missing money, Michelle will have him shot: will the RAF arrive in time?

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Gavin & Stacey

Series 3, Episode 3

Bryn is in his element as he awaits the arrival of his house guests - all the Essex boys are coming down for a big night out in Cardiff and having a sleepover at his place.

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The Royle Family

Series 2, Episode 1

Denise lets slip that she's fallen pregnant. Naturally, there's little else in discussion for the rest of the evening.

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Russell Howard's Good News

Series 10, Episode 3

Russell looks at new scientific findings that link bacon to cancer, the proposed tax credit cuts and a campaign to explain consent using tea.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
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Delve Special

Series 2, Episode 4 - Double Agent Russell Nicholson

Russell Nicholson joined MI5 in 1953. In 1959 he joined the KGB. David Lander presents a profile of this notorious spy and interviews him at his luxury home in Bulgaria.

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Peep Show

Series 3, Episode 2 - Sectioning

Merry, an eccentric old friend from university, is back on the scene, and things are looking up for Jeremy when she offers him the chance to manage a pub she owns.

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QI

Series J, Episode 10 - Jungles

With Reginald D. Hunter, Greg Proops and David O'Doherty.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 10, Episode 3

Mark Watson, Stephen Mangan, Daniel Sloss and Vanessa Feltz take part in the comedy quiz.

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Not Now, Comrade

A simple car bump is all it takes for a Ministry of Defence Commander to end up harbouring a Soviet dancer attempting to defect to the West.

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The Boat That Rocked

Richard Curtis comedy about an illegal radio station broadcasting from the North Sea in the '60s.

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A Bit Of Fry & Laurie

Series 4, Episode 7

Sketches include the school which has invented its own religion, the "Sophisticated Song", and Stephen making a "Modern Britain" cocktail. Guest stars Janine Duvitski and Robert Daws.

London Live 12:45am (repeat)
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Noel Fielding's Luxury Comedy

Noel Fielding's Luxury Comedy 2: Tales From Painted Hawaii, Episode 1 - Paul Panfer

In episode one, the cast of Magnum P.I. try to sacrifice Noel to a volcano. All hopes of being rescued rest on Paul Panfer, an internet sensation who remakes Elvis films on his mobile phone.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 10, Episode 4

With guests Jack Osbourne, Uri Geller, Tim Minchin and Holly Walsh.

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Mount Pleasant

Series 6, Episode 3

Pauline takes her job back at the Dog and Dart. Jane tells Fergus she has nowhere to go but Roger is suspicious of her. Greg asks Dan to be his best man and Denise and Nana both go on dates. Meanwhile Finn and Ella retrieve the cut and shut car from the impound, unaware they have been watched.

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Mock The Week

Series 14, Episode 5

Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis are joined by 5 guests: Ed Byrne, Matt Forde, Milton Jones, Zoe Lyons and Josh Widdicombe.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 17, Highlights Special - Best Bits

A compilation edition of the panel show hosted by Jimmy Carr with team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson. Guests include Jo Brand, David O'Doherty, Katherine Ryan, Jerry Springer, Roisin Conaty and Johnny Vegas.

London Live 1:15am (repeat)
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Desmond's

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

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A Bit Of Fry & Laurie

Series 1, Episode 1

Sketches include Hugh's poem, Ted Cunterblast's The West Indies: A Nation of Cricketers and the haircut sketch ("Bitchmother Come Light My Bottom" by Sir William - Now Lord - Rees-Mogg).

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The Last Leg

The Last Leg: Live From Rio, Episode 7

Comedian Katherine Ryan gets Adam Hills, Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker in line as Day 6 hits its crescendo.

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The Alternative Comedy Experience

Series 2, Episode 12 - Charity

Uncharitable comedian Henning Wehn is joined tonight by Stephen Carlin, Josie Long, science geek Helen Arney and quiz show supremo Paul Sinha. With interviews from the charitable comedian Stewart Lee.

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Celebrity Juice

Series 16, Episode 1

Keith Lemon returns for a new series of his comedy panel show with regular team captains Fearne Cotton and Holly Willoughby. Joining the panel this week are body coach Joe Wicks, US singing sensation Anastacia, chat show king Jonathan Ross and Xtra Factor Live hosts Rylan Clark-Neal and Matt Edmondson.

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The Royle Family

Series 1, Episode 6

Denise and Dave's wedding day has finally arrived, and the family are busy readying themselves for the ceremony - and drinking - ahead.

Comedy Central Extra 2am (repeat)
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Russell Howard's Good News

Topical stand-up comedy and chat show hosted by Russell Howard.

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A Fine Romance

Gentle sitcom about the begrudging and at times difficult romance between two individuals; a translator and a gardener.

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Russell Howard's Good News

Series 10, Episode 3

Russell looks at new scientific findings that link bacon to cancer, the proposed tax credit cuts and a campaign to explain consent using tea.

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The Royle Family

Series 2, Episode 1

Denise lets slip that she's fallen pregnant. Naturally, there's little else in discussion for the rest of the evening.

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The Catherine Tate Show

Series 3, Episode 5

Nan appears on Paul O'Grady's teatime show and broadcasts her horrible views to the nation. The Aga Saga Woman takes a wrong turn into Tottenham and Lauren refuses to speak French for a French oral exam.

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Never Mind The Buzzcocks

Series 27, Episode 11

Dizzee Rascal takes on hosting duties. Joining team captains Phill Jupitus and Noel Fielding are Jamie Cullum, Aston Merrygold from JLS, singer Foxes and comedian Katherine Ryan.

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Red Dwarf

Series VII, Episode 1 - Tikka To Ride

When the crew are recreated after their future selves killed them, Lister has bigger worries to consider such as Red Dwarf having run out of curry and lager!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30am (repeat)
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Safety Catch

Series 3, Episode 1 - Better The Devil You Know

Reluctant arms dealer Simon McGrath finally has the opportunity to leave his dubious line of employment when an American company puts in a takeover bid.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
Food

Bangers And Mash

Comedy series by Katie Hims, in which former nun Martina takes a job with a chaotic catering company.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
Mark Watson

Mark Watson Talks A Bit About Life

Series 2, Episode 3 - Family

Watson and his team look at family. It's often considered the staple of a happy existence, but does family life enrich us or merely guarantee hang-ups and frustrations? We can't live without our families, but should we feel bad for wanting to?

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