British Comedy Guide

Schedule Wednesday 9th November 2016

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (repeat)
Man About The House. Image shows from L to R: Chrissy Plummer (Paula Wilcox), Robin Tripp (Richard O'Sullivan), Jo (Sally Thomsett). Copyright: Thames Television

Man About The House

Series 5, Episode 1 - The Last Picture Show

Chrissy's dating an exceedingly dull man with a particular fondness for film-making - the more arty, the better. It's also her birthday, and he gives her a brand new cine camera, which she sets about experimenting with. Meanwhile, Larry can think of much more interesting types of films...

Talking Pictures TV 6am (repeat)
The Adventures Of Jane. Jane (Christabel Leighton-Porter)

The Adventures Of Jane

Comedy drama based on the WW2 comic heroine Jane.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6:25am (repeat)
On The Buses. Stan Butler (Reg Varney). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 6, Episode 3 - Private Hire

Stan is in an awkward position, somewhere between the dog track, his wages, and Mum's housekeeping money! After borrowing a small amount to tide him over from depot lout Basher, Stan's ready to do almost anything for money!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
The Attractive Young Rabbi

The Attractive Young Rabbi

Episode 2.2, Direct Action: A man with a tape measure spells trouble for Rabbi Fine.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 8 - The Other Day The Earth Stood Still

Only Danger Mouse can save the world from chaos when the Baron stops the world spinning with a plague of traffic lights.

London Live 7:30am (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 5, Episode 10 - Two Lads And A Lady

Mandy disapproves of Michael's new girlfriend - and she's not the only one.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:30am (repeat)
The Brittas Empire. Gordon Brittas (Chris Barrie). Copyright: BBC

The Brittas Empire

Despite his ambition and good intentions, everything seems to go wrong at Whitbury New Town Leisure Centre when manager Gordon Brittas is around.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Rich Hall's (US) Breakdown. Rich Hall. Copyright: BBC

Rich Hall's (US) Breakdown

Episode 3

Rich Hall and a host of performers and experts on both sides of the Atlantic guide us through the chaotic circus of a US presidential race.

London Live 8am (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 5, Episode 11 - Shirley's Sermon

The vicar asks Shirley to preach a sermon.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
The Navy Lark. Copyright: BBC

The Navy Lark

Classic radio sitcom about life aboard a British Royal Navy frigate.

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

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 12 - The Leaning Tower of Pisa, Italy

The Go Jetters race to fix the Leaning Tower of Pisa, but has it really been glitched?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:10am (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 6, Episode 3 - The Dinner Party

Jean hears that her daughter is seeing a married man, Sandy has reservations about her new boyfriend, and Stephen and Penny pay a visit.

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 2, Episode 6 - House For Sale

With the help of the noisy neighbour and a few other tricks, Robert and Little Monster concoct a plan to stop Justin selling his house.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
Hancock's Half Hour. Image shows from L to R: Sidney James (Sid James), Anthony Aloysius St John Hancock (Tony Hancock), Bill Kerr (Bill Kerr)

Hancock's Half Hour

Series 3, Episode 14 - The Student Prince

Anthony Aloysius St John Hancock is a loser whose plans and aspirations are continually ruined by bad luck, Sidney Balmoral James or, more often than not, by his own pomposity and ambition.

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 27, Episode 6 - Who's That Merry Man With Billy, Then?

Recruitment for Billy's Merry Men receives an unexpected boost.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:20am (repeat)
Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Episode 35 - Heavy

Wussywat discovers the difference between heavy and light objects.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9:25am (repeat)
Millie Inbetween. Millie (Millie Innes). Copyright: The Foundation

Millie Inbetween

Series 2, Christmas Special - Craig Come Home

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

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:30am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 2, Episode 18 - On Top Of

The Twirlywoos are in a clothes boutique, where they watch a lady trying on different hats. She isn't satisfied with any of them, and goes off to try on a dress.

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 27, Episode 7 - Who's That Talking To Lenny?

Gullible Lenny has heard a voice from above. Can his friends ensure he is set up for receiving further communications?

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

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 11 - April Foolishness

It's the April Fools Tea Party, and Richard is determined not to be crowned The Biggest Fool for the second year running. All he has to do is deliver a car to Mr Slater's friend. But with Sooty behind the wheel, will his plans backfire?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9:55am (repeat)
4 O'Clock Club. Image shows from L to R: Nero Johnson (Akai Osei), Dexter (Jason Callender). Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Club

Series 5, Episode 8 - Social Worker

When a social worker pays a visit, Nero pretends his home life is like a perfect dream. But keeping up the lie proves to be a nightmare.

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 2, Episode 7 - St Albert's Day

Arkwright invents a Saint's day so that Granville can check the pockets of a foreign visitor who he suspects of shoplifting.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:50am (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 3, Episode 3 - Rough Justice

Judge Rawley appears to be settling into life on remand, but a theft shows old prejudices haven't entirely been left behind. Fletch and his fellow prisoners soon learn that fair application of the law doesn't always give consistent results.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:20am (repeat)
Hacker Time. Copyright: BBC

Hacker Time

Series 6, Episode 3 - Lauren Layfield

One of the presenters of CBBC's The Dengineers drops in to join Hacker and the team. Also, pirates board the ship in Admiral Lawnmower's adventure and Leia sings about her obsession with Luke in Lost and Found (...& Lost Again).

Radio 4 11:30am (repeat)
Gloomsbury. Image shows from L to R: Henry Mickleton (Jonathan Coy), Vera Sackcloth-Vest (Miriam Margolyes), DH Lollipop (John Sessions), Lionel Fox (Nigel Planer), Venus Traduces (Morwenna Banks), Ginny Fox (Alison Steadman). Copyright: Little Brother Productions

Gloomsbury

Series 3, Episode 2 - A Slanging Match Made In Heaven

After a visit from Lady Utterline Amoral and the gossipy Lytton Scratchy, Henry's suspicions are raised that Vera and Venus's on-off romance might just be back on.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:50am (repeat)
Class Dismissed. Copyright: BBC

Class Dismissed

Series 1, Episode 8 - Ofsted

Dockbridge High is being inspected by Ofsted. Can the school pass with flying colours?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
The Navy Lark. Copyright: BBC

The Navy Lark

Classic radio sitcom about life aboard a British Royal Navy frigate.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 12:05pm (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.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
Hancock's Half Hour. Image shows from L to R: Sidney James (Sid James), Anthony Aloysius St John Hancock (Tony Hancock), Bill Kerr (Bill Kerr)

Hancock's Half Hour

Series 3, Episode 14 - The Student Prince

Anthony Aloysius St John Hancock is a loser whose plans and aspirations are continually ruined by bad luck, Sidney Balmoral James or, more often than not, by his own pomposity and ambition.

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

Shaun The Sheep

Series 3, Episode 5 - The Crow

It's late in the day as Bitzer rounds up the Flock for bedtime. They prepare themselves for a good night's sleep. Alas, a noisy intruder scuppers their plans. The Flock just find an inventive way to get rid of the pest if they are ever going to get a good night's rest.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40pm (repeat)
The Brittas Empire. Gordon Brittas (Chris Barrie). Copyright: BBC

The Brittas Empire

Despite his ambition and good intentions, everything seems to go wrong at Whitbury New Town Leisure Centre when manager Gordon Brittas is around.

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 17, Episode 4 - The First Human Being To Ride A Hill

When Pearl confiscates Howard's bike, Foggy suggests that what he needs is one which can be easily concealed or, better still, doesn't look like a bicycle.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:20pm (repeat)
Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Episode 35 - Heavy

Wussywat discovers the difference between heavy and light objects.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Trigger (Roger Lloyd Pack). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 6, Episode 2 - Danger UXD

There is trouble in store for the Trotters when Del puts his 'high profile' business strategy into overdrive.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:30pm (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 2, Episode 18 - On Top Of

The Twirlywoos are in a clothes boutique, where they watch a lady trying on different hats. She isn't satisfied with any of them, and goes off to try on a dress.

Talking Pictures TV 1:30pm (repeat)
Talking Pictures TV

Hogg's Back

Series 1, Episode 6

Children's slapstick sitcom about the misadventures of a doctor.

U&Drama channel logo 1:40pm (repeat)
Steptoe And Son. Image shows from L to R: Albert Steptoe (Wilfrid Brambell), Harold Steptoe (Harry H. Corbett). Copyright: BBC

Steptoe And Son

Series 5, Episode 4 - Steptoe And Son - And Son!

Harold arrives home to find a pregnant woman claiming Harold to be the father.

BBC Two 2:15pm (repeat)
Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em. Frank Spencer (Michael Crawford). Credit: BBC

Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em

Series 3, Episode 2 - Wendy House

Frank tries to build a wendy house for Jessica.

U&Drama channel logo 2:20pm (repeat)
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph), Tracey Stubbs (Linda Robson). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

Series 4, Episode 1 - Breadwinner

Sharon's cafe is doing well, but Tracey finds her success hard to take.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:25pm (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 27, Episode 6 - Who's That Merry Man With Billy, Then?

Recruitment for Billy's Merry Men receives an unexpected boost.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:40pm (repeat)
Hacker Time. Copyright: BBC

Hacker Time

Series 6, Episode 3 - Lauren Layfield

One of the presenters of CBBC's The Dengineers drops in to join Hacker and the team. Also, pirates board the ship in Admiral Lawnmower's adventure and Leia sings about her obsession with Luke in Lost and Found (...& Lost Again).

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

Open All Hours

Series 2, Episode 7 - St Albert's Day

Arkwright invents a Saint's day so that Granville can check the pockets of a foreign visitor who he suspects of shoplifting.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:05pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 27, Episode 7 - Who's That Talking To Lenny?

Gullible Lenny has heard a voice from above. Can his friends ensure he is set up for receiving further communications?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:45pm (repeat)
Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Nurse Gladys Emmanuel (Lynda Baron), Granville (David Jason), Albert Arkwright (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: BBC

Open All Hours

Series 2, Episode 7 - St Albert's Day

Arkwright invents a Saint's day so that Granville can check the pockets of a foreign visitor who he suspects of shoplifting.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:50pm
10 min
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 5, Episode 13 - Wanted

The farm is paid an unexpected visit from an escapee from the nearby prison who takes refuge in the barn. After a short while with Shaun and the gang, though, prison doesn't seem such a bad option.

Talking Pictures TV 4pm (repeat)
Shillingbury Tales. Image shows from L to R: Peter (Robin Nedwell), Sally (Diane Keen)

Shillingbury Tales

Episode 1 - The Shillingbury Blowers

The arrival of a pop musician and his wife in an English village upsets the status quo, particularly when he becomes involved in a brass band contest, which the local team is hotly contesting. The trouble with the good blowers of Shillingbury is that they are not very good. In fact, they are awful. The regular conductor, old Saltie, is ousted, and the pop musician delegated to take his place...

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:20pm (repeat)
Man About The House. Image shows from L to R: Chrissy Plummer (Paula Wilcox), Robin Tripp (Richard O'Sullivan), Jo (Sally Thomsett). Copyright: Thames Television

Man About The House

Series 5, Episode 2 - Right Said George

Robin is in a musical mood, but with no apparent aptitude for the guitar, Chrissy introduces him to the Ropers' piano. Meanwhile, George's beloved banger of a car is on its last legs.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:25pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Trigger (Roger Lloyd Pack). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 6, Christmas Special - The Jolly Boys' Outing

It's the Nags Head's annual jamboree down to Margate and the Trotters head for the seaside. But with Rodney getting arrested and the coach blowing up the trip is hardly a bundle of laughs...

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30pm (repeat)
Up The Garden Path

Up The Garden Path

Episode 6, Over and Out: Maria makes up with hubby Gwyn, and Izzy has a surprise for Michael and Louise.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:50pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Stan Butler (Reg Varney). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 6, Episode 7 - The Prize

When Stan gives Mum a selection of raffle tickets Blakey's made him buy, she wins a holiday for two in the Spanish sun. But the big question is: should Stan, Olive or Arthur accompany her?

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

Gigglebiz

Series 4, Episode 19

DIY enthusiast DIY Dan builds a birdbath for all the little garden birds. Arthur Sleep keeps getting distracted whilst trying to give a very important piece of news. Sticky toffee pudding is on the menu in Dina Lady's Bake Me a Star competition and there are some very hungry slugs in Will Barrow's garden.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
The Attractive Young Rabbi

The Attractive Young Rabbi

Episode 2.2, Direct Action: A man with a tape measure spells trouble for Rabbi Fine.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:25pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Olive (Anna Karen). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 7, Episode 1 - Olive's Divorce

Olive is in trouble - Arthur has left her for good and she has to face the divorce court. Afterwards she's almost inconsolable and doesn't feel like being alone, but Mum's off to Aunt Maud's and Stan has a date.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Rich Hall's (US) Breakdown. Rich Hall. Copyright: BBC

Rich Hall's (US) Breakdown

Episode 3

Rich Hall and a host of performers and experts on both sides of the Atlantic guide us through the chaotic circus of a US presidential race.

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Steptoe And Son. Image shows from L to R: Albert Steptoe (Wilfrid Brambell), Harold Steptoe (Harry H. Corbett). Copyright: BBC

Steptoe And Son

Series 5, Episode 4 - Steptoe And Son - And Son!

Harold arrives home to find a pregnant woman claiming Harold to be the father.

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

Scream Street

Series 1, Episode 3 - Lovestruck

Resus gets Luella to concoct a spell to stop his parents arguing but, as Luella is still a trainee witch, she gets the potion wrong and soon the whole town is feeling the love. Mrs Negative even falls in love with one of the nastiest characters on Scream Street! How will Luella and Resus get out of this mess?

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Rich Hall's (US) Breakdown. Rich Hall. Copyright: BBC

Rich Hall's (US) Breakdown

Episode 4

Rich Hall and a host of performers and experts on both sides of the Atlantic react to the news of who the next president is going to be.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:35pm (repeat)
Zig And Zag. Copyright: JAM Media

Zig And Zag

Episode 7 - Fanzillas

Zig and Zag become football superfans. They learn that it is all about the winning and not just the taking part as they cost Burbia United the cup.

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 17, Episode 4 - The First Human Being To Ride A Hill

When Pearl confiscates Howard's bike, Foggy suggests that what he needs is one which can be easily concealed or, better still, doesn't look like a bicycle.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:50pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 35 - Send In The Clones

Danger Mouse and Penfold come up against themselves as Quark creates cheap copies of our heroes in his latest money-making scheme.

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

Desmond's

Series 5, Episode 10 - Two Lads And A Lady

Mandy disapproves of Michael's new girlfriend - and she's not the only one.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
The Navy Lark. Copyright: BBC

The Navy Lark

Classic radio sitcom about life aboard a British Royal Navy frigate.

U&Drama channel logo 7:20pm (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 7:30pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 5, Episode 11 - Shirley's Sermon

The vicar asks Shirley to preach a sermon.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:30pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 3, Episode 3 - Rough Justice

Judge Rawley appears to be settling into life on remand, but a theft shows old prejudices haven't entirely been left behind. Fletch and his fellow prisoners soon learn that fair application of the law doesn't always give consistent results.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
Hancock's Half Hour. Image shows from L to R: Sidney James (Sid James), Anthony Aloysius St John Hancock (Tony Hancock), Bill Kerr (Bill Kerr)

Hancock's Half Hour

Series 3, Episode 14 - The Student Prince

Anthony Aloysius St John Hancock is a loser whose plans and aspirations are continually ruined by bad luck, Sidney Balmoral James or, more often than not, by his own pomposity and ambition.

U&Yesterday channel logo 8pm (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 8:10pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Trigger (Roger Lloyd Pack). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 6, Episode 3 - Chain Gang

When offered the deal of the century by a new acquaintance, Del puts together a consortium to help purchase a suitcase full of gold chains. Predictably, the plan goes catastrophically wrong.

U&Yesterday channel logo 8:40pm (repeat)
One Foot In The Grave. Image shows from L to R: Margaret Meldrew (Annette Crosbie), Victor Meldrew (Richard Wilson). Copyright: BBC

One Foot In The Grave

Series 1, Episode 3 - The Valley Of Fear

Victor's outing to photograph badgers ends with him being mugged. Mrs Birkett comes to regret calling at the Meldrews' to collect items for a jumble sale, and Victor finds a dead cat in the freezer.

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

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 7, Episode 4

Russell Howard returns to pore through another week's weird and wild news stories and international media events.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Image shows from L to R: Roisin Conaty, Sean Lock, Rachel Riley, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson, Susie Dent, David O'Doherty, Jonathan Ross. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 3 (Channel 4: Series 4), Episode 7

Jimmy Carr hosts the final show in the current series. Bob Mortimer and Richard Osman are the guests, with Matthew Crosby in Dictionary Corner.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Sue Perkins, Stephen Fry, Chris Addison, Sara Cox. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series M, Episode 16 - Misconceptions

With Chris Addison, Sara Cox, Sue Perkins, and joining them and Alan Davies for one last time, Stephen Fry in his farewell appearance as host.

BBC Four 9pm (repeat)
George Formby

Frank Skinner On George Formby

Frank Skinner delves into the world of George Formby, in his eyes the greatest entertainer of all time.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm
80 min
The Last Leg. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Adam Hills, Alex Brooker. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

The Last Leg

Series 9, Special - US Election Special

Adam, Josh and Alex react to the news that Donald Trump has been elected to become the 45th President of the United States.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
Stella. Image shows from L to R: Rob Morgan (Mark Lewis Jones), Michael Jackson (Patrick Baladi). Copyright: Tidy Productions

Stella

Series 5, Episode 5

Michael tries to make it up to Stella after he discovers Rob's secret. Aunty Brenda gets a blast from her hippy past and things heat up between Ivan and Nadine.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm
60 min
Crazyhead. Image shows from L to R: Jake (Lewis Reeves), Amy (Cara Theobold), Raquel (Susan Wokoma). Copyright: Urban Myth Films

Crazyhead

Episode 4 - Penguin Or Cow?

How far would you go to protect the ones you love? Amy is about to find out as she and Raquel prepare to rescue Suzanne from Callum's evil clutches. Amy might have finally embraced the fight, but at what price? Surely she has learnt by now that nothing and nobody is to be trusted, not even your best friend...

U&Yesterday channel logo 9:20pm (repeat)
Goodnight Sweetheart. Image shows from L to R: Yvonne Sparrow (Emma Amos), Gary Sparrow (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Phoebe Sparrow (Elizabeth Carling). Copyright: Alomo Productions / BBC

Goodnight Sweetheart

Series 3, Episode 11 - Let's Get Away From It All

Gary's life is on the move in both time zones as Yvonne sets her heart on a new flat and Phoebe wants to leave The Royal Oak. Both have surprises in store for the weary traveller...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Image shows from L to R: Dermot Brown (Paddy Houlihan), Rory Brown (Rory Cowan), Winnie McGoogan (Eilish O'Carroll), Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll), Cathy Brown (Jennifer Gibney), Buster Brady (Danny O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Series 1, Episode 6 - Mammy's Miracle

Agnes Brown thinks everyone has gone mad. Father Quinn is losing his faith as fast as he loses parishioners. Newlyweds Dermot and Maria won't stop fighting. And Grandad has decided he'd like to witness his own funeral.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Jimmy Carr. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 4 (Channel 4: Series 5), Episode 1

Jimmy, Sean and Jon are joined by celebrity guests David Mitchell and Roisin Conaty. Phill Jupitus is in with Susie Dent, while Joe Wilkinson 'helps' Rachel Riley provide the letters and numbers.

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

Open All Hours

Series 4, Episode 6 - The Mystical Boudoir Of Nurse Gladys Emmanuel

Arkwright will do anything to get himself into Nurse Gladys Emmanuel's bedroom, including the use of a ladder and a box of chocolates. Meanwhile Granville takes to wearing tights on his head.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm
40 min
Marley's Ghosts. Image shows from L to R: Marley Wise (Sarah Alexander), Patrick Dains (Bruce Mackinnon)

Marley's Ghosts

Series 2, Episode 4 - The Art Teacher

Marley and Adam go to war over her determination to find someone actually alive to love. Meanwhile, a surprise nude painting causes problems for the gang.

Comedy Central 10pm
30 min
Russell Howard & Mum. Image shows from L to R: Ninette Howard, Russell Howard

Russell Howard & Mum

USA Road Trip - Series 1, Episode 4 - Ghost Hunting In Savannah

Russell and his mum are heading to one the USA's most haunted cities: Savannah, Georgia in the Deep South. During their stay, the Howards are set for a whole host of paranormal activities; they are booked into a haunted hotel, are trained to become Ghost Hunters and agree to spend the night at Savannah's most Haunted House.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Room 101. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 3, Episode 6 - Gyles Brandreth, Melanie Chisholm, Adam Hills

Ex-politician Gyles Brandreth, Spice Girl Melanie Chisholm and Australian comedian Adam Hills try to dump acceptance speeches at award ceremonies, different types of toothpaste and abs into Room 101.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Rich Hall's (US) Breakdown. Rich Hall. Copyright: BBC

Rich Hall's (US) Breakdown

Episode 3

Rich Hall and a host of performers and experts on both sides of the Atlantic guide us through the chaotic circus of a US presidential race.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:20pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 9 (Channel 4: Series 10), Episode 1

Sean Lock and Henning Wehn go up against Jon Richardson and Victoria Coren Mitchell. Tom Allen joins Countdown's resident lexicographer Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters with 'help' from Joe Wilkinson.

Comedy Central 10:30pm
30 min
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 4, Episode 10 - Chris Ramsey At The Comedy Store

Chris Ramsey is tonight's host, and he talks sex with a pregnant woman. He's joined by dreamer Jarred Christmas, morning after pill lover Tiff Stevenson, and Jason Cook.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Meera Syal's Asian Comedy Story. Meera Syal. Copyright: Tonic Productions

Meera Syal's Asian Comedy Story

Episode 3 - Meera Syal's Asian Comedy Night - Part 1

Meera Syal and Tommy Sandhu present highlights from an evening showcasing the very best in Asian comedic talent.

U&Yesterday channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
One Foot In The Grave. Image shows from L to R: Margaret Meldrew (Annette Crosbie), Victor Meldrew (Richard Wilson). Copyright: BBC

One Foot In The Grave

Series 1, Episode 4 - I'll Retire To Bedlam

Victor and Margaret are trapped in their garden shed by a swarm of bees. Later, a trip to the eye clinic gives Victor a chance to moan about the NHS. While he's out, Margaret agrees to look after her niece's two children for a day.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 7, Episode 3 - Stage Fright

Raquel makes a return visit to cabaret singing when Del gets her a chance booking. But her singing partner has a limited repertoire and Del is soon to find out why!...

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
Room 101. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 3, Episode 7 - Charles Dance, Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen, Andi Osho

Actor Charles Dance, TV presenter Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen and stand-up Andi Osho attempt to deposit beige, people who make up rules in Monopoly, and George Osborne into Room 101.

London Live 11pm (repeat)
London Live

Preaching To The Perverted

Comic film about fetishism and BDSM.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

A Stuggy Pren

Episode 5: Songster Ivor Cutler slips a disc and shares his secrets about moonshine, housemaids and a bully called Smith.

Radio 4 11:15pm (repeat)
Jigsaw. Image shows from L to R: Tom Craine, Nat Luurtsema, Dan Antopolski. Copyright: Avalon Television

Jigsaw

Series 2, Episode 1

Dan Antopolski, Tom Craine and Nat Luurtsema combine their talents to piece together a rapid-fire and surreal sketch show.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:15pm (repeat)
Globe

All The World's A Globe

Episode 8: The National Theatre of Brent's definitive history of Earth reaches the 20th century, with special guest Ben Kingsley.

U&Yesterday channel logo 11:20pm (repeat)
Goodnight Sweetheart. Image shows from L to R: Yvonne Sparrow (Emma Amos), Gary Sparrow (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Phoebe Sparrow (Elizabeth Carling). Copyright: Alomo Productions / BBC

Goodnight Sweetheart

Series 4, Episode 1 - You're Driving Me Crazy

With both of the women in his life expecting babies, Gary finds there are heavy demands on his time - not to mention his bank balance.

U&Drama channel logo 11:20pm (repeat)
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph), Tracey Stubbs (Linda Robson). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

Series 4, Episode 1 - Breadwinner

Sharon's cafe is doing well, but Tracey finds her success hard to take.

U&Dave channel logo 11:20pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Sandi Toksvig. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

A selection of three episodes of the world's cleverest and most interesting panel game.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
In And Out Of The Kitchen. Damien Trench (Miles Jupp). Copyright: BBC

In And Out Of The Kitchen

Series 1, Episode 2 - April 21st To 25th

Damien is reluctantly drawn into accepting a job for a supermarket's online magazine, while Anthony resolves to start the 'courgette diet'.

BBC Two 11:35pm
30 min
No Such Thing As The News. Image shows from L to R: Andrew Hunter Murray, Anna Ptaszynski, Dan Schreiber, James Harkin

No Such Thing As The News

Series 2, Episode 5

In a special edition of the show covering the US Presidential election results, the team look at Hillary Clinton's love for hot sauce; Melania Trump; Gary Johnson's 2012 candidacy; plus elections in Palau, Nicaragua and Bulgaria.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:45pm (repeat)
Dave's One Night Stand. Milton Jones. Copyright: Amigo Television / Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Dave's One Night Stand

Series 4, Episode 4 - Milton Jones

Britain's funniest Milton, Milton Jones, performs from his hometown of Richmond. Joining him is Jason Cook, James Acaster and Chris Stokes.

Comedy Central Extra Midnight
60 min version
(repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 7, Episode 4

Russell Howard returns to pore through another week's weird and wild news stories and international media events.

BBC Two Scotland 12:05am (repeat)
No Such Thing As The News. Image shows from L to R: Andrew Hunter Murray, Anna Ptaszynski, Dan Schreiber, James Harkin

No Such Thing As The News

Series 2, Episode 5

In a special edition of the show covering the US Presidential election results, the team look at Hillary Clinton's love for hot sauce; Melania Trump; Gary Johnson's 2012 candidacy; plus elections in Palau, Nicaragua and Bulgaria.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:15am (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 18, Episode 4

In their quest to uncover the nation's most popular talking points, Jon and Sean are joined by guests Paul Hollywood, Gabby Logan, Joe Wilkinson and Aisling Bea.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:45am (repeat)
Red Dwarf. Image shows from L to R: Kryten (Robert Llewellyn), Cat (Danny John-Jules). Copyright: BBC

Red Dwarf

Series VII, Episode 8 - Nanarchy

Lister is finding it very difficult to get used to life with only one arm and Kryten's attempt to provide a acceptable artificial substitute fails, they decide Lister's only hope is if they can find some nanobots.

London Live 1:05am (repeat)
Noel Fielding's Luxury Comedy. Noel Fielding. Copyright: Secret Peter

Noel Fielding's Luxury Comedy

A selection of episodes from the first and second series of the surreal sketch show.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:25am (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell), Dobby (Isy Suttie), Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 8, Episode 4 - Big Mad Andy

Mark employs a decorator, Andy, to repaint the kitchen, and Jeremy helps out by giving him free 'life-coaching' advice. Meanwhile, Mark enrols on a business studies evening course and meets Stephanie, an attractive older woman.

U&Dave channel logo 1:40am (repeat)
Room 101. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 3, Episode 6 - Gyles Brandreth, Melanie Chisholm, Adam Hills

Ex-politician Gyles Brandreth, Spice Girl Melanie Chisholm and Australian comedian Adam Hills try to dump acceptance speeches at award ceremonies, different types of toothpaste and abs into Room 101.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:55am (repeat)
Early Doors. Image shows from L to R: Joe (Craig Cash), Duffy (Phil Mealey). Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Early Doors

Series 1, Episode 6

It's the big day in The Grapes. The boys prepare for the Big Boys Beano with a hearty breakfast, while Melanie meets her real Dad. Back at The Grapes, Ken discovers who's been blocking the urinals!

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&Dave channel logo 2:20am (repeat)
Room 101. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 3, Episode 7 - Charles Dance, Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen, Andi Osho

Actor Charles Dance, TV presenter Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen and stand-up Andi Osho attempt to deposit beige, people who make up rules in Monopoly, and George Osborne into Room 101.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:30am (repeat)
Steptoe And Son. Image shows from L to R: Albert Steptoe (Wilfrid Brambell), Harold Steptoe (Harry H. Corbett). Copyright: BBC

Steptoe And Son

Series 8, Episode 1 - Back In Fashion

Albert Steptoe and his son Harold run a rag and bone business. Harold wants to move on in the world and leave home but his plans are always thwarted.

London Live 2:35am (repeat)
Monty Python group. Image shows left to right: Graham Chapman, Terry Gilliam, Peter Dion Titheradge, Terry Jones, Carol Cleveland, Eric Idle

The Roots Of Monty Python

A look back at the origins of the ground-breaking BBC comedy series Monty Python's Flying Circus.

U&Dave channel logo 3am (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 6 - Pete: Part One

Lister and Rimmer are in trouble again, after putting a truth serum into Mr Ackerman's asthma inhaler.

U&Dave channel logo 3:30am (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 8 - Only The Good...

Now that the Dwarfers are on probation, Rimmer is at the Captain's every beckoned call. He still vows that he will become an officer one day, but Captain Hollister doubts his chances.

London Live 3:35am (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 5, Episode 10 - Two Lads And A Lady

Mandy disapproves of Michael's new girlfriend - and she's not the only one.

London Live 4:10am (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 5, Episode 11 - Shirley's Sermon

The vicar asks Shirley to preach a sermon.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30am (repeat)
Up The Garden Path

Up The Garden Path

Episode 6, Over and Out: Maria makes up with hubby Gwyn, and Izzy has a surprise for Michael and Louise.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
The Attractive Young Rabbi

The Attractive Young Rabbi

Episode 2.2, Direct Action: A man with a tape measure spells trouble for Rabbi Fine.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
Rich Hall's (US) Breakdown. Rich Hall. Copyright: BBC

Rich Hall's (US) Breakdown

Episode 3

Rich Hall and a host of performers and experts on both sides of the Atlantic guide us through the chaotic circus of a US presidential race.

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