British Comedy Guide

Schedule Thursday 22nd September 2016

ITV Encore 6am (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.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6:10am (repeat)
In Loving Memory. Copyright: Yorkshire Television

In Loving Memory

Series 4, Episode 7 - Do You Take This Woman?

Ernie falls in love. Besotted, he begs Ivy to stop him from ruining his life by proposing! Billy is in agreement: he knows Ernie's new girlfriend, Mary, from his childhood. When the pair get caught in a storm, old truths will out.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 6:30am (repeat)
The Frequency Of Laughter: A History Of Radio Comedy. Copyright: BBC

The Frequency Of Laughter: A History Of Radio Comedy

Episode 4 - 1990-1995

Grace Dent interviews Richard Herring and Sarah Smith about their experiences of making radio comedy in the early 1990s.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
Bristow. Copyright: BBC

Bristow

Series 1, Episode 4 - Sun, Sea and Sabotage

The buying clerk's traditional summer plans are threatened by Chester-Perry's new boy.

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

Zig And Zag

Episode 6 - Meet The Robo Parents

Zig and Zag create Robo-parents simply to use them to get the family deal at the Pizzeria, however the robots 'parental programme' gets out of control!

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 2, Episode 2 - Trouble

Jean's husband leaves her for a dental assistant in south Wales, and her colleagues feel the force of her frustration and anger. Meanwhile, Petula has a more-than-slightly surprising announcement to make.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang Ups. Tom (Tom Wrigglesworth). Copyright: BBC

Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang Ups

Series 4, Episode 4 - A Dance To The Music Of Tom

Mr and Mrs Wrigglesworth attempt to bond with the new neighbours. Meanwhile, Tom receives some worrying news.

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 3, Episode 5 - Puttin' On The Writs

It's just an ordinary morning in a supermarket car-park - until Mrs. Raven has a run-in with a stack of wayward trolleys and is tipped over the edge of the multi-storey building. It's ThermoMan to the rescue--but when he refuses Mrs R's kind offer of Battenberg cake in return for saving her life, retribution is swift!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:05am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 29 - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Someone's stopped the samba at the Rio carnival! Can the Go Jetters fix the glitch?

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 14 - Robert's Holiday

Robert is so hard-working that Justin decides to send him on holiday. The only problem is that Robert doesn't want to go, because for him, every day is a holiday in Justin's house.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40am (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 21, Episode 3 - Magic And The Morris Minor

Compo, Clegg and Truly happen upon a couple whose car has got stuck in a remote field.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
The Personality Test. Copyright: BBC

The Personality Test

Series 1, Episode 4 - Jennie Bond

Royal journalist and television presenter Jennie Bond hosts the final episode in the series. Sue Perkins, Robin Ince, Will Smith and Natalie Haynes try to guess what Jennie does and doesn't like.

CITV 9:15am (repeat)
Sooty. Richard (Richard Cadell). Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 14 - Cow Capers

Richard has high hopes of a promotion when he's asked to help out on a local farm. But when Sooty, Sweep and Soo go along to assist, they land him right in it. Guest starring Stu Francis.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9:15am (repeat)
The Roy Files. Copyright: JAM Media

The Roy Files

Episode 9 - Truth And Lies

Roy discusses why it is important to be honest and tell the truth.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20am (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

Series 21, Episode 4 - Elegy For Fallen Wellies

When Nora forsakes her wrinkled stockings for black tights, the results are catastrophic.

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

Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Episode 12 - Hot

Wussywat has made himself really hot and sweaty chasing Duckadile round the garden. They both need to cool off.

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

The Elephant Man

Sitcom about a senior worker at a small zoo.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9:40am (repeat)
4 O'Clock Files. Mr Bell (Simon Lowe). Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Files

Episode 1 - Teamwork

Mr Bell has been given the task of filming a video prospectus for Elmsmere. His first tricky challenge is to show how well everyone at the school works together.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 9:55am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 8, Episode 8 - Him Indoors

Long-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.

BBC Three 10am
30 min
Josh. Image shows from L to R: Josh (Josh Widdicombe), Valerie (Tamzin Outhwaite). Copyright: BBC

Josh

Series 2, Episode 1 - Bed & Breakfast

Josh is dumped by his girlfriend, so Owen takes him on a double date with a couple of voracious cougars, Valerie and Karen. Meanwhile, an email mix-up leads to Kate breaking Geoff's heart.

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 4, Episode 5 - Happy Birthday Arkwright

What does Arkwright want for his birthday? Certainly not a visit from the man from the Good Shop Guide.

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 2, Episode 4 - The Farewell Party

It is Ted's farewell do and all of his family and friends attend in fancy dress. But the night is a disaster as Ted learns that Corinna is a con-woman, and news arrives that Paul has been arrested for throwing an egg at the Prime Minister.

Talking Pictures TV 11:25am (repeat)
The Young Ones

The Young Ones

Musical comedy starring Cliff Richard.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12pm (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?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:20pm (repeat)
The Roy Files. Copyright: JAM Media

The Roy Files

Episode 9 - Truth And Lies

Roy discusses why it is important to be honest and tell the truth.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:35pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 2, Episode 14 - Hide And Squeak

The Farmer is terrorised when a cute mouse appears in the farmhouse and Pidsley the cat is ordered to dispose of the rodent. When the mouse takes refuge in Shaun's fleece, the flock persuade him to protect their new friend from the pitiless cat.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40pm (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?

ITV Encore 1pm (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.

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 13, Episode 2 - Give Us A Lift

Foggy has an idea which is sure to bring the pleasure back into climbing hills.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:10pm (repeat)
4 O'Clock Files. Mr Bell (Simon Lowe). Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Files

Episode 1 - Teamwork

Mr Bell has been given the task of filming a video prospectus for Elmsmere. His first tricky challenge is to show how well everyone at the school works together.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20pm (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 3 - Cards On The Table

Ben's poker school is costing him a fortune, whilst Susan's visit to the fortune teller reveals that something far more deadly is on the cards.

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

Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Episode 12 - Hot

Wussywat has made himself really hot and sweaty chasing Duckadile round the garden. They both need to cool off.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 1:30pm (repeat)
The Frequency Of Laughter: A History Of Radio Comedy. Copyright: BBC

The Frequency Of Laughter: A History Of Radio Comedy

Episode 4 - 1990-1995

Grace Dent interviews Richard Herring and Sarah Smith about their experiences of making radio comedy in the early 1990s.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 4 - Up

The Twirlywoos are in a back garden where they watch a man hanging washing up on a line. Chickedy and Chick get into the washing basket and the man accidentally pegs them up on the line too! The Twirlywoos are having tea, but the tea table is misbehaving. It keeps going further and further up, propelling Great BigHoo and Toodloo all the way out of the top of the boat!

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 4, Episode 3

Sam and Daphne discover a new kind of friendship, creating a problem for Sam and Rhonda. Nick is concerned about Rob and Angie but is still determined to go through with his article.

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 5, Episode 1 - The Country Set

Lionel and Jean decide to take advantage of the country house for a quiet, relaxing weekend. However, things don't quite go as planned when a group of Madge and Rocky's friends arrive unannounced.

London Live 2:10pm (repeat)
Come On George. Copyright: STUDIOCANAL

Come On George

George Formby stars as a stable-hand who befriends a nervous horse and discovers that he's the only one who can calm it down enough to win races.

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 8 - It's A Blue World

Ted Bovis is offered the chance to hire an artistic but explicit film to show to the male adult campers.

Radio 4 2:15pm (repeat)
Hatch, Match And Dispatch. Copyright: BBC

Hatch, Match And Dispatch

Episode 6 - Elephants All The Way Up

Harper works in a zoo. He is a simple soul but his life is complicated. His wife is desperate for a baby, and his angry dad is bare knuckle boxer. Then the ground starts to shift - literally.

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 9, Episode 5 - Nuptials

As the day of Garth's wedding dawns, a depressed Dorien informs Sharon and Tracey that she has no intention of attending the ceremony. Then Darryl's father Les arrives and suggests that he should move in with them.

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 2, Episode 2 - Trouble

Jean's husband leaves her for a dental assistant in south Wales, and her colleagues feel the force of her frustration and anger. Meanwhile, Petula has a more-than-slightly surprising announcement to make.

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 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.

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 3, Episode 5 - Puttin' On The Writs

It's just an ordinary morning in a supermarket car-park - until Mrs. Raven has a run-in with a stack of wayward trolleys and is tipped over the edge of the multi-storey building. It's ThermoMan to the rescue--but when he refuses Mrs R's kind offer of Battenberg cake in return for saving her life, retribution is swift!

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

Shaun The Sheep

Series 5, Episode 3 - Spoilsport

Shaun persuades Bitzer to take part in his game of cricket but Bitzer is more worried about the condition of the pitch than the game.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 3:55pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 8, Episode 9 - The Greatest Show In Willesden

Long-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.

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 21, Episode 3 - Magic And The Morris Minor

Compo, Clegg and Truly happen upon a couple whose car has got stuck in a remote field.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4pm (repeat)
The Personality Test. Copyright: BBC

The Personality Test

Series 1, Episode 4 - Jennie Bond

Royal journalist and television presenter Jennie Bond hosts the final episode in the series. Sue Perkins, Robin Ince, Will Smith and Natalie Haynes try to guess what Jennie does and doesn't like.

Talking Pictures TV 4:05pm (repeat)
Tommy The Toreador. Image shows from L to R: Paco (Bernard Cribbins), Tommy Tomkins (Tommy Steele), Cadena (Sid James)

Tommy The Toreador

An English seaman stranded in Spain finds himself mixed up in a traditional bull-fight.

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 1 - And Auntie Came Too

It's Oldshaw's wedding of the year as Billy and Mary finally tie the knot. They're very keen to get off on their honeymoon, but Auntie Ivy is insisting on accompanying them!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:30pm
30 min
So Awkward. Image shows from L to R: Martha Fitzgerald (Sophia Dall'Aglio), Lily Hampton (Cleo Demetriou), Jas Salford (Ameerah Falzon-Ojo). Copyright: Channel X North

So Awkward

Series 2, Episode 5 - Slang Gang

Head of school council Jade comes up with the idea of a graffiti wall at school, with pupils invited to express themselves on it.

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

The Elephant Man

Sitcom about a senior worker at a small zoo.

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 21, Episode 4 - Elegy For Fallen Wellies

When Nora forsakes her wrinkled stockings for black tights, the results are catastrophic.

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 2, Episode 7 - The Spring Fayre

Flora's rivalry with the vicar's wife is brought into sharp focus when she discovers she's barred from involvement in the spring fayre.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
Bristow. Copyright: BBC

Bristow

Series 1, Episode 4 - Sun, Sea and Sabotage

The buying clerk's traditional summer plans are threatened by Chester-Perry's new boy.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:15pm (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 4, Episode 5 - Happy Birthday Arkwright

What does Arkwright want for his birthday? Certainly not a visit from the man from the Good Shop Guide.

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 5, Episode 6 - Fishy Business

Mildred accidentally disposes of George's beloved goldfish, Moby. He's initially distraught, but soon decides to give homing pigeons a try...

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang Ups. Tom (Tom Wrigglesworth). Copyright: BBC

Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang Ups

Series 4, Episode 4 - A Dance To The Music Of Tom

Mr and Mrs Wrigglesworth attempt to bond with the new neighbours. Meanwhile, Tom receives some worrying news.

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

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 33 - Easter Island, Chile

When the Grimbots build their own Easter Island statue, it collapses and threatens the ancient Moai statues.

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 5, Episode 1 - The Country Set

Lionel and Jean decide to take advantage of the country house for a quiet, relaxing weekend. However, things don't quite go as planned when a group of Madge and Rocky's friends arrive unannounced.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6pm (repeat)
Strange Hill High. Image shows from L to R: Becky Butters, Mitchell Tanner, Templeton. Copyright: BBC / Factory Transmedia

Strange Hill High

Series 2, Episode 4 - Little School Of Horrors

Becky, Mitchell and Templeton stumble upon a dilapidated greenhouse with one lone plant struggling for life.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Radio Active. Image shows left to right: Angus Deayton, Philip Pope, Helen Atkinson-Wood, Michael Fenton Stevens

Radio Active

2016 Special - David Chizzlenut

Britain's only national local radio station returns to the airwaves for a one-off special - a spectacular world-premiere adaption of Charles Dickens's David Chizzlenut.

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 13, Episode 2 - Give Us A Lift

Foggy has an idea which is sure to bring the pleasure back into climbing hills.

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 3 - Cards On The Table

Ben's poker school is costing him a fortune, whilst Susan's visit to the fortune teller reveals that something far more deadly is on the cards.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 14 - Danger Fan

Shortly after Danger Mouse's biggest fan comes to visit members of the team start to disappear.

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 11

David Baddiel steps back in time and stars as Vincenzo Larfoff to deliver another not-so Scary Story about Aztec Emperor Motecuhzoma.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
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 13 - The Shape Of Things To Come

With the death of notorious Uncle Jacob, the Collier family gather to pay their last respects. Terry has time to reflect on his own future but Bob is shocked when Mrs Collier's description of the deceased seems a little too close to home.

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 2 - Poetic Justice

An old acquaintance of Fletcher's becomes the third occupant of the cell: the judge who sentenced him to five years! Initial resentment fades, and Fletcher decides that an old school friend of the Governor's could prove very useful. However, not all his fellow prisoners are as enlightened.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
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 22 - Train Of Events

The Colonel, Gruber and Helga are after the paintings, as are Flick and Von Smallhausen. Mimi, Yvette and Madame Edith are after René. And they're all aboard the Geneva Express, which the Resistance is about to blow up with Christmas puddings...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (repeat)
Richard E. Grant On... Ealing Comedies. Image shows from L to R: Michael Palin, Richard E. Grant. Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Richard E. Grant On... Ealing Comedies

Episode 1 - Passport To Success

Richard traces the history of Ealing Studios, from the Silent Films made at the turn of the century, to the Music Hall comedies of the 30s and a film from the 40s that brought the phrase 'an Ealing Comedy' into the national lexicon - Passport To Pimlico.

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

QI

Series L, Episode 11 - Lumped Together

With Ronni Ancona, Jimmy Carr and David Mitchell.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
Trollied. Image shows from L to R: Gavin (Jason Watkins), Cheryl (Sarah Parish). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Trollied

Series 5, Episode 1

Gavin relays the shocking news that rival chain Lauda is due to open on Valco's patch. While the news worries the rest of the staff, Gavin remains unconcerned. That is until he learns that the store will be run by notorious manager Cheryl Fairweather.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30pm (repeat)
The Frequency Of Laughter: A History Of Radio Comedy. Copyright: BBC

The Frequency Of Laughter: A History Of Radio Comedy

Episode 4 - 1990-1995

Grace Dent interviews Richard Herring and Sarah Smith about their experiences of making radio comedy in the early 1990s.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 8:30pm (repeat)
Trollied. Image shows from L to R: Gavin (Jason Watkins), Cheryl (Sarah Parish). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Trollied

Series 5, Episode 2

Gavin assembles a team of spies to infiltrate the competition and discover what Lauda has to offer.

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 2, Episode 2 - Heart To Heart

Bob returns home from his honeymoon with a broken leg after falling down the aircraft steps! When Terry comes round and starts being even moodier than usual and starts asking deep and meaningful questions about life, it can only mean one thing... he's in love!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Passport To Pimlico. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Pemberton (Stanley Holloway), P.C. Spiller (Philip Stainton), Central European (Paul Demel). Copyright: Ealing Studios / STUDIOCANAL

Passport To Pimlico

Ealing comedy about a legal discovery that leads the residents of Pimlico to declare themselves an independent nation, Burgundy.

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.

U&W channel logo 9pm
60 min
John Bishop In Conversation With.... Image shows from L to R: John Bishop, Alex Brooker. Copyright: Lola Entertainment

John Bishop In Conversation With...

Series 1, Episode 4 - Alex Brooker

Alex Brooker chats to John about his career and how his disability has shaped his life.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
30 min
Red Dwarf. Image shows from L to R: Kryten (Robert Llewellyn), Rimmer (Chris Barrie), Lister (Craig Charles), Cat (Danny John-Jules)

Red Dwarf

Series XI, Episode 1 - Twentica

The Dwarfers find themselves in an alternative version of America where modern technology is prohibited, making Rimmer and Kryten illegal. The Dwarfers infiltrate the tech savvy underground and try to bring down the authoritarian regime.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm
60 min
A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: Andrew Flintoff, Anthony Joshua, Jack Whitehall, Roisin Conaty, Rob Beckett, Jamie Redknapp. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 11, Episode 1

James Corden, Freddie Flintoff and Jamie Redknapp are joined by guests Anthony Joshua, Rob Beckett and Roisin Conaty as the sports-based quiz show returns.

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 2, Episode 3 - The Ant And The Grasshopper

Bob's swamped with the chores of married life and a hectic work life, while Terry idles away his time playing billiards or going to the pictures. When Terry predicts a future of ulcers and heart-attacks for him, Bob wonders who has taken the right path to happiness...

Talking Pictures TV 9:20pm (repeat)
Entertaining Mr Sloane. Image shows from L to R: Ed (Alan Webb), Mr Sloane (Peter McEnery)

Entertaining Mr Sloane

Dark comedy about a stranger entering the lives of a middle-aged brother and sister, while trying to disguise the truth about his past.

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The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Simon Cooper (Joe Thomas), Neil Sutherland (Blake Harrison), Jay Cartwright (James Buckley), Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Series 1, Episode 1

It's a fresh start for Will McKenzie as he joins his new sixth form college. Will previously went to a private school, but since his dad walked out on his mum he's had to downgrade to the local comprehensive.

U&Dave channel logo 9:40pm (repeat)
Red Dwarf. Credit: BBC

Red Dwarf

Series V, Episode 6 - Back To Reality

The Dwarfers start to explore an abandoned space ship on the ocean bed, and slowly they start to realise that the bodies they are finding are all victims of suicide.

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 3, Episode 5 - Richard's New Hobby

Hyacinth, realising that Richard is bored with early retirement, suggests he take up film-making as a hobby. It quickly backfires!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang Ups. Tom (Tom Wrigglesworth). Copyright: BBC

Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang Ups

Series 4, Episode 4 - A Dance To The Music Of Tom

Mr and Mrs Wrigglesworth attempt to bond with the new neighbours. Meanwhile, Tom receives some worrying news.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm
50 min
Celebrity Juice. Fearne Cotton. Copyright: Talkback

Celebrity Juice

Series 16, Episode 3

With Holly away, joining the panel this week are First Dates love guru Fred Sirieix, Corrie legend Sue Cleaver, American reality TV star Stephanie Pratt and former JLS singer turned solo artist Aston Merrygold.

U&Dave channel logo 10:20pm (repeat)
Red Dwarf. Image shows from L to R: Kryten (Robert Llewellyn), Rimmer (Chris Barrie). Copyright: BBC

Red Dwarf

Series III, Episode 2 - Marooned

A flaming meteorite hit causes Starbug 1, with only Lister and Rimmer aboard, to career wildly into an arctic wilderness planet. The duo are alone, marooned in the stricken vessel, and with limited fuel and food supplies they face certain death if not discovered.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm
30 min
Newsjack. Image shows from L to R: Cariad Lloyd, Gemma Arrowsmith, Nish Kumar, Daniel Barker. Copyright: BBC

Newsjack

Series 15, Episode 3

In this edition we have a message from the new UKIP leader, listen in on David Cameron at the Job Centre and take a relaxing flight.

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 3, Episode 6 - The Art Exhibition

Hyacinth's passion for art coincides with Daddy's desire to join the Foreign Legion.

U&W channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
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Russell Howard's Good News

Series 9, Episode 1

In the first episode of the new series Russell looks at Ebola, the UK Independence Party, Oscar Pistorius and a reopened Irish pub...

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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.

Horror Channel 10:50pm (repeat)
Lesbian Vampire Killers. Image shows from L to R: Fletch (James Corden), Jimmy (Mathew Horne). Copyright: Velvet Bite

Lesbian Vampire Killers

Comedy horror about two best friends who must become lesbian vampire killers in order to survive an ancient curse.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
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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.

Radio 4 11pm (repeat)
Small Scenes. Image shows from L to R: Daniel Rigby, Cariad Lloyd, Henry Paker, Jessica Ransom, Mike Wozniak. Copyright: BBC

Small Scenes

Series 2, Episode 1

A man uncovers a great Australian conspiracy, and a financial advisor starts a sideline as an assassin's assistant.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Episode 15

Jimmy Carr hosts a new edition of the panel game, with Sean Lock and Henning Wehn who take on special guest captain Bill Bailey with Jessica Hynes. Susie Dent is joined by Tom Allen in Dictionary Corner, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.

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 5, Episode 23 - An Enigma Variation

When the paintings are hidden inside a hollowed-out statue that is then requisitioned by the General, it falls on René and co to infiltrate one of Klinkerhoffen's parties and snatch them back.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:15pm (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 16, Episode 4

Sean and Jon are joined in their quest to uncover the public's most popular taking points by guests including Tess Daly, Joe Wilkinson and Aisling Bea.

U&W channel logo 11:20pm (repeat)
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Russell Howard's Good News

Series 9, Episode 2

Russell looks at The Queen joining Twitter, David Cameron vs Barack Obama and sheep on drugs...

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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 5 - Ten

Tony desperately tries to impress Deborah's mother.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Craig Brown

As Told To Craig Brown

Episode 2

The satirist ponders Tuscan holidays and poses a question: what is the greatest fruit or vegetable?

Talking Pictures TV 11:40pm (repeat)
Not Tonight, Darling

Not Tonight, Darling

Comic sex romp from the early 1970s, starring Luan Peters.

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A League Of Their Own

Series 11, Episode 1

James Corden, Freddie Flintoff and Jamie Redknapp are joined by guests Anthony Joshua, Rob Beckett and Roisin Conaty as the sports-based quiz show returns.

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

Red Dwarf

Series XI, Episode 1 - Twentica

The Dwarfers find themselves in an alternative version of America where modern technology is prohibited, making Rimmer and Kryten illegal. The Dwarfers infiltrate the tech savvy underground and try to bring down the authoritarian regime.

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

Peep Show

Series 4, Episode 2 - Conference

Jez and Mark are at a hotel, each with their own nightmare to defuse. Mark is offered a promotion on condition that he delivers a presentation to the entire board, while Johnson takes a shine to Big Suze and tries to bribe Jeremy into letting him sleep with her.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:05am (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 16, Episode 5

Sean and Jon are joined in their quest to uncover the public's most popular talking points by Alex Jones, Tinchy Stryder, David O'Doherty and Katherine Ryan.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40am (repeat)
A Bit Of Fry & Laurie. Image shows from L to R: Stephen Fry, Hugh Laurie

A Bit Of Fry & Laurie

Series 3, Episode 1

Sketches include the monks and the milk pot, the two psychiatrists, and that rarest of things - Stephen singing.

U&Dave channel logo 12:40am (repeat)
Red Dwarf. Image shows from L to R: Rimmer (Chris Barrie), Kochanski (Chloë Annett), Kryten (Robert Llewellyn), Lister (Craig Charles), Cat (Danny John-Jules). Copyright: BBC

Red Dwarf

Series VIII, Episode 5 - Krytie TV

Kryten is feeling very upset about having to live with the women seeing as he hasn't had his corrupted files re-corrected.

London Live 1:05am (repeat)
Adventures Of A Taxi Driver. Copyright: Salon Productions

Adventures Of A Taxi Driver

Cabbie Joe has no trouble picking up girls, who are more than willing to join him for a ride. His back-seat shenanigans look set to land him in bother.

U&Dave channel logo 1:15am
65 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series L, Episode 11 - Lumped Together

With Ronni Ancona, Jimmy Carr and David Mitchell.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20am (repeat)
A Bit Of Fry & Laurie. Image shows from L to R: Stephen Fry, Hugh Laurie

A Bit Of Fry & Laurie

Series 3, Episode 2

Sketches include the stage musical-loving ambassador, the estate agents-turned garage attendants, and the "Kicking Ass" song.

Comedy Central Extra 1:30am (repeat)
Seann Walsh World. Seann Walsh. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Seann Walsh World

Episode 5

Comedian Seann Walsh delves into the depths of the internet. Tonight he deals with exploding toilets, sex toy swords, and electric shocks with someone who should know better.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 1:30am (repeat)
The Frequency Of Laughter: A History Of Radio Comedy. Copyright: BBC

The Frequency Of Laughter: A History Of Radio Comedy

Episode 4 - 1990-1995

Grace Dent interviews Richard Herring and Sarah Smith about their experiences of making radio comedy in the early 1990s.

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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.

Comedy Central Extra 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.

U&Drama channel logo 2:20am (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.

U&Dave channel logo 2:20am (repeat)
Red Dwarf. Image shows from L to R: Cat (Danny John-Jules), Rimmer (Chris Barrie), Lister (Craig Charles), Kryten (Robert Llewellyn). Copyright: UKTV

Red Dwarf

A selection of three smegging episodes from the sci-fi sitcom.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:35am (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 5 - Ten

Tony desperately tries to impress Deborah's mother.

London Live 2:50am (repeat)
Trigger Happy TV. Dom Joly

Trigger Happy TV

Series 1, Episode 5

Quick-fire prank show that made Dom Joly a star. The comic unleashes his twisted humour on an unsuspecting British public.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:05am (repeat)
The Catherine Tate Show. Catherine Tate

The Catherine Tate Show

Series 1, Episode 6

Kate and Ellen are playing a guessing game, Elaine Figgis isn't coping well with news of her husband's execution and Nan explains why she is the way she is.

Talking Pictures TV 3:20am (repeat)
The Angel Who Pawned Her Harp

The Angel Who Pawned Her Harp

A repeat of this 1953 film.

London Live 3:25am (repeat)
Trigger Happy TV. Dom Joly

Trigger Happy TV

Series 1, Episode 6

Quick-fire prank show that made Dom Joly a star. The comic unleashes his twisted humour on an unsuspecting British public.

London Live 4am (repeat)
Green Wing. Image shows from L to R: Guy Secretan (Stephen Mangan), Martin Dear (Karl Theobald), Mac Macartney (Julian Rhind-Tutt). Copyright: Talkback Productions

Green Wing

Series 1, Episode 4 - Joanna's Birthday

It's Joanna's 48th birthday, something she is not keen on anyone else knowing about. Alan gives him a locket as a present, but there is something unpleasant inside it. Caroline discovers a league table of all the women in the hospital made by Guy, and Martin has trouble with his mother... whoever she is.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4am (repeat)
The Personality Test. Copyright: BBC

The Personality Test

Series 1, Episode 4 - Jennie Bond

Royal journalist and television presenter Jennie Bond hosts the final episode in the series. Sue Perkins, Robin Ince, Will Smith and Natalie Haynes try to guess what Jennie does and doesn't like.

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

The Elephant Man

Sitcom about a senior worker at a small zoo.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
Bristow. Copyright: BBC

Bristow

Series 1, Episode 4 - Sun, Sea and Sabotage

The buying clerk's traditional summer plans are threatened by Chester-Perry's new boy.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang Ups. Tom (Tom Wrigglesworth). Copyright: BBC

Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang Ups

Series 4, Episode 4 - A Dance To The Music Of Tom

Mr and Mrs Wrigglesworth attempt to bond with the new neighbours. Meanwhile, Tom receives some worrying news.

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