British Comedy Guide

Schedule Wednesday 21st September 2016

BBC Three 10am
30 min
People Just Do Nothing. Michelle (Lily Brazier). Copyright: Roughcut Television

People Just Do Nothing

Series 3, Episode 6 - Valentimes

Miche wonders if there's any chance of her and Grindah getting back together.

Radio 4 11:30am
30 min
Josh Howie's Losing It. Josh (Josh Howie). Copyright: Black Hat Productions

Josh Howie's Losing It

Series 1, Episode 5 - The Handyman

Josh and his wife Monique employ handyman Dean to get the flat ready for the baby. However Josh soon discovers that Dean holds some very challenging opinions, especially when it comes to Jews.

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

Intergalactic Sausage

Episode 4 - The Dream

Joey has a visionary dream that could change the worlds, but Uncle John has a different interpretation.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:35pm
15 min
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 32 - The Grand Canyon, USA

Kyan is wire-walking across the Grand Canyon, but Glitch wants to cheat and win. Can the Go Jetters stop him?

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 10 - Improvements?

Alistair takes Jean, Lionel, Judith and Sandy to the country house to see filming taking place. None are especially enamoured by what they find.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Mark Steel's In Town. Mark Steel. Copyright: BBC

Mark Steel's In Town

Series 7, Episode 3 - Hebden Bridge

Mark performs at the Trades Club in Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire, and investigates how the former mill town became the new age, multi-cafe, hippie-friendly, lesbian capital of Britain it is today.

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

My Family

Series 8, Episode 2 - Let's Not Be Heisty

Ben's attempt to pay money into his bank coincides unhappily with someone else's decision to take some out - with the aid of sawn-off shotguns. When Ben decides to act as the negotiator things look bleak for the hostages.

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 3, Episode 1 - A Storm In A Teacup

Harris steals some pills from the Medical Officer, but manages to dispose of them when stopped by Mackay. Grouty is concerned the theft may lift the lid on his own thefts so ropes in Fletcher to replace the pills. Where will Fletcher find new medication before the end of the lunch hour?

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

Only Fools And Horses

Series 4, Episode 4 - It's Only Rock And Roll

Rodney's joined a band (on drums), and really believes that they could be the next big thing. Del's not so convinced, but, spying an opportunity to make a few bob, offers to act as their manager. Their first gig doesn't go well at all, but which one of the brothers will be proved right?

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

Only Fools And Horses

Series 4, Episode 5 - Sleeping Dogs Lie

When Boycie and Marlene fly off on holiday, Del and Rodney assume the mantle of dog-sitters. Rodney's convinced that Albert's brought his run of bad luck to the flat when 'little' Dukey appears comatose; what'll Marlene say if they've killed her beloved dog?

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 17 - Jolly

With Julia Zemiro, Rob Brydon and Tim Vine.

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

Fawlty Towers

Series 2, Episode 5 - The Anniversary

It's the Fawlty's wedding anniversary, and Sybil storms out, thinking Basil has forgotten - just moments before a group of their friends arrive for celebratory drinks.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (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.

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
People Just Do Nothing. Image shows from L to R: Chabuddy G (Asim Chaudhry), Beats (Hugo Chegwin), Steves (Steve Stamp), Grindah (Allan Mustafa). Copyright: Roughcut Television

People Just Do Nothing

Series 3, Episode 5 - Ipswich

Chabuddy organises for Kurupt FM to perform at a club in Ipswich. With emotions running high and groupie action on the cards, only Steves's travel sickness can kill the vibe now. Back in Brentford, Miche goes out for her first ever work drinks.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
60 min
Unspun With Matt Forde. Image shows from L to R: Anna Soubry, Matt Forde. Copyright: Avalon Television

Unspun With Matt Forde

Series 1, Episode 2

Another week has passed, and Matt Forde is joined by Conservative MP Anna Soubry. Topics this week include Brexit, women in politics and the dynamics of governmental back-benches.

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 6, Episode 2 - Wedding

The big day of Gary's wedding has arrived, complete with last-minute doubts.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm
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 3

Ian Hislop and Paul Merton are joined by guest host Stephen Mangan and panellists Miles Jupp and Camilla Long.

Radio 4 11pm
15 min
The Pin. Image shows from L to R: Alexander Owen, Ben Ashenden

The Pin

Series 2, Episode 3 - Record

The Pin are out to achieve a very rare record... a radio first.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:15pm
45 min version
(repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Mark Watson, Rich Hall, Andrew Maxwell. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 7, Episode 5 - Rich Hall, Andrew Maxwell, Mark Watson

Rich Hall hosts with special guests Andrew Maxwell and Mark Watson.

Radio 4 11:15pm (repeat)
Bird Island. Image shows from L to R: Jane (Katy Wix), Ben (Reece Shearsmith), Graham (Julian Rhind-Tutt), Mother (Alison Steadman). Copyright: BBC

Bird Island

Series 2, Episode 2

Ben tests out a new coat, suitable for the cold climate and Jane celebrates her birthday.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20pm (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 6, Episode 3 - Jealousy

A cramped weekend away in a small caravan proves eventful.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV Midnight (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Jeff Heaney (Neil Fitzmaurice), Alan Johnson (Paterson Joseph). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 4, Episode 1 - Sophie's Parents

Mark is now engaged to Sophie but is having crippling doubts. After being invited to spend Sophie's birthday weekend with her parents in the countryside he is desperate to impress them, but foolishly invites Jeremy to come along.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight
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 17 - Jolly

With Julia Zemiro, Rob Brydon and Tim Vine.

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