British Comedy Guide

Schedule Wednesday 22nd February 2017

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

In Loving Memory

Series 4, Episode 5 - Cuckoo In The Nest

Unable to satisfy his latest girlfriend, Annie, out on the moors, Billy decides it's time he gets a home of his own. Fortuitously, his cousin Donald arrives unannounced and seems a perfect taker for his old room.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
An Actor's Life For Me. Robert Wilson (John Gordon Sinclair). Copyright: BBC

An Actor's Life For Me

Series 1, Episode 7 - Pantomime Cows

Robert lands a festive stage role, but ends up drinking too much before a show.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 44 - Sir Danger De Mouse

The Queen of Weevils returns and convinces DM he's a medieval knight in order to escape from a secure prison - can Penfold break the spell and prevent London becoming a medieval city?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
What Does The K Stand For?. Stephen K Amos. Copyright: BBC

What Does The K Stand For?

Series 3, Episode 4 - Let's Talk About Sex

Stephen plucks up the courage to reveal a secret.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8am (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 4, Episode 2 - Home Brew

While searching through some ancient scrolls and paperwork left behind by the old squire, Boycie discovers a medieval recipe for a traditional local liquor. With the help of his staff, he goes into full-scale production, attracting customers from far and wide, including two whom he had hoped he had seen the last of.

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 43 - Lake Retba, Senegal

The team gets all shook up when Glitch sucks up the pink water of Senegal's Milkshake Lake.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:25am (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Queen Victoria (Sarah Hadland). Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 6, Episode 7 - Gorgeous George III

King George III goes from a young unpopular king to a much-loved figure some 60 years later, and we learn a bit about his court life along the way. Meanwhile, across the world we hear about some of the words we have got from India, and the Battles of the Day team give their unique insight into the American Revolution.

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 4, Episode 15 - The Old School Reunion

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 8:40am (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.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9am (repeat)
Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Spin-off from Shaun The Sheep for the CBeebies channel, featuring Timmy the baby lamb and his friends.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
Genius. Dave Gorman. Copyright: BBC

Genius

Series 1, Episode 1 - Paul Daniels

With Paul Daniels. Ideas include stupid tests at cash points, the 99p coin, and running the Houses of Parliament based on the rules of Just a Minute.

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

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:25am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 2, Episode 2 - Out

The Twirlywoos help a painter make an unusual work of art, and the Stop-Go Car has something surprising coming out of its boot!

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

Second Holmes

Episode 3, The Case of the Reading Undertaker: The grandsons of Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson investigate the death of a man by crossbow.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 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 4, Episode 2 - Rewrites

The executives in LA ask Lionel to spice up his script, but life working with Mrs Flack is proving ever-more difficult. Meanwhile, Judith feels thoroughly taken advantage of by Alistair.

BBC Three 10am
20 min
This Country. Image shows from L to R: Kerry Mucklowe (Daisy May Cooper), Steve 'Uncle Nugget' Nuggins (David Nightingale), Lee 'Kurtan' Mucklowe (Charlie Cooper). Copyright: BBC

This Country

Series 1, Episode 3 - Oven Space

This Country investigates how justice is viewed by Kerry and Kurtan, as they await the release from prison of their uncle, Steve 'Nugget' Nuggins who they believe was wrongfully imprisoned for "having a laugh".

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40am (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

A selection of episodes from the first series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

Radio 4 11:30am (repeat)
Simon Evans Goes To Market. Simon Evans. Copyright: BBC

Simon Evans Goes To Market

Series 1, Episode 3 - Gold

Simon looks at why we buy and sell gold all around the world. With comedian and finance expert Dominic Frisby.

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.

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 4, Episode 15 - The Old School Reunion

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 12:45pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 2, Episode 1

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

U&Drama channel logo 1pm (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 2 - Lionel's Ex-Wife

Lionel receives an unexpected letter from his ex-wife, Margaret, and a meeting leaves all parties in a state of shock!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:25pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 2, Episode 2

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

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:25pm (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 2, Episode 2 - Out

The Twirlywoos help a painter make an unusual work of art, and the Stop-Go Car has something surprising coming out of its boot!

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 8, Episode 6 - Seance In A Wet Reg And Bone Yard

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.

U&Yesterday channel logo 2pm (repeat)
Auf Wiedersehen, Pet

Auf Wiedersehen, Pet

Comedy drama about a group of builders who flee overseas in search of work.

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

Room 101

Series 3, Episode 5 - Sara Cox, Aled Jones, Josh Widdicombe

DJ Sara Cox, singer and TV personality Aled Jones and comedian Josh Widdicombe try to dump slogan T-shirts, fish bones and The Lord of the Rings into Room 101.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:10pm (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 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 2, Episode 11 - Love On The Run

When Darryl ends up in hospital, he and the nurse devise a plan for him to escape to spend a night with Tracey. Sharon has a fling with an artist who gives Tracey a surprise welcome home.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:30pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Queen Victoria (Sarah Hadland). Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 6, Episode 7 - Gorgeous George III

King George III goes from a young unpopular king to a much-loved figure some 60 years later, and we learn a bit about his court life along the way. Meanwhile, across the world we hear about some of the words we have got from India, and the Battles of the Day team give their unique insight into the American Revolution.

U&Dave channel logo 2:40pm (repeat)
QI Titles. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series D, Episode 1 - Danger

With Sean Lock, Jo Brand and Jimmy Carr.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:50pm (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&Yesterday channel logo 3pm (repeat)
Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?. Image shows from L to R: Terry Collier (James Bolam), Bob Ferris (Rodney Bewes). Copyright: BBC

Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?

Series 1, Episode 12 - Boys' Night In

Terry is all up for the traditional eve-of-wedding stag night but Bob, much to Terry's horror, decides that he would prefer to spend a quiet night in with a cup of tea and a game of ludo! All goes according to plan until Bob spills ink on his wedding trousers.

U&Dave channel logo 3:20pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 5, Episode 5

Lee Mack is joined by former England cricketer Phil Tufnell and comedian Marcus Brigstocke, while David Mitchell partners Konnie Huq and Inbetweeners actor Greg Davies.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:30pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

A selection of episodes from the first series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

U&Yesterday channel logo 3:40pm (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 6 - The Whisky Priest

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

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 3:45pm (repeat)
Gigglebiz. Justin Fletcher. Copyright: BBC

Gigglebiz

Series 4, Episode 23

Rapids Johnson enjoys an ice cream on his search for the Ice Cream Bear and Storybook Stan is distracted by some chewy toffees. When an ice cream seller turns up, Ann Teak finds another use for an antique Viking helmet.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4pm (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 5 - The Mystery Pong

Robert's favourite scientist, Nina, is coming to visit Justin's house. Before the visitor arrives, Justin the detective needs to detect where a mystery pong is coming from.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4pm (repeat)
Genius. Dave Gorman. Copyright: BBC

Genius

Series 1, Episode 1 - Paul Daniels

With Paul Daniels. Ideas include stupid tests at cash points, the 99p coin, and running the Houses of Parliament based on the rules of Just a Minute.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:15pm (repeat)
In Loving Memory. Copyright: Yorkshire Television

In Loving Memory

Series 4, Episode 6 - Cash And Carry

Ivy's faith in human nature is challenged when a trusted old friend, Annie Greenhalgh, dies and contracts their services - but seemingly without making any arrangements to pay. Then they find a pawn ticket...

U&Yesterday channel logo 4:20pm (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 13 - Ribbing The Bonk

Mimi, Gruber, Bertorelli and the Colonel are held at the Communist Resistance's secret headquarters - René escapes with message of their ransom: 1 million francs. General Von Klinkerhoffen, however, is not keen to pay.

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

Second Holmes

Episode 3, The Case of the Reading Undertaker: The grandsons of Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson investigate the death of a man by crossbow.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:55pm (repeat)
Rising Damp. Rupert Rigsby (Leonard Rossiter). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

Rising Damp

Series 4, Episode 6 - Come On In The Water's Lovely

With his decree absolute at long last in hand, Rigsby finally pops the question to Miss Jones - much to his shock, she accepts! Wedding plans are afoot, but first Rupert must meet the mother.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
An Actor's Life For Me. Robert Wilson (John Gordon Sinclair). Copyright: BBC

An Actor's Life For Me

Series 1, Episode 7 - Pantomime Cows

Robert lands a festive stage role, but ends up drinking too much before a show.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:20pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Jack Harper (Bob Grant). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 4, Episode 8 - The Anniversary

Stan and his family are celebrating Olive and Arthur's 10th wedding anniversary. Aunt Maud has seen fit to send them a dog as a gift, but Arthur is none too amused.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:20pm
15 min
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 49 - The Blue Mountains, Jamaica

Trouble brews in Jamaica when Glitch's campfire threatens a coffee plantation.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
What Does The K Stand For?. Stephen K Amos. Copyright: BBC

What Does The K Stand For?

Series 3, Episode 4 - Let's Talk About Sex

Stephen plucks up the courage to reveal a secret.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:40pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

The Final Specials, Christmas Special - Sleepless In Peckham

With the bankruptcy court ordering the family home in Nelson Mandela house to be auctioned, the Trotters' financial nightmare is fast approaching meltdown.

Combined with Cassandra about to give birth at anytime, Marlene's mysterious disappearance and Trigger behaving even more bizarrely than usual, its little wonder that no one is sleeping soundly in Peckham.

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 8, Episode 6 - Seance In A Wet Reg And Bone Yard

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.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
It's Jocelyn. Jocelyn Jee Esien. Copyright: BBC

It's Jocelyn

Series 2, Episode 1 - Dumped

Jocelyn talks about a break-up, a flirty dentist crosses the line and a street magician shows off his skills to the public.

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 23, Episode 9 - Sadly, Madly, Bradley

Clegg and Truly attempt to amuse Billy, who is burdened by his humourless brother-in-law.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 17 - The Inventor Preventor

There's serious monkey business in this episode as Danger Mouse and Penfold have to thwart a Victorian time-travelling chimp, Isambard King Kong Brunel, from uninventing the world.

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 7

Robert Walpole struggles to talk to England's German King; the Roman Emperors channel the King of Pop in their musical argument; and more...

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 2 - Lionel's Ex-Wife

Lionel receives an unexpected letter from his ex-wife, Margaret, and a meeting leaves all parties in a state of shock!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 2, Episode 1

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

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:30pm (repeat)
The Dog Ate My Homework. Iain Stirling. Copyright: BBC

The Dog Ate My Homework

Series 4, Episode 12

Two teams fight it out to dodge detention. Iain Stirling is joined by child team captains Suleman and Mina and special guests Hacker T Dog, Ellie Taylor, Marlon Davis and Gareth Richards, who battle it out in a series of hilarious rounds and challenges.

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 4, Episode 15 - The Old School Reunion

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 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 1, Episode 1 - Full Of Mysterious Promise

"Why don't we get engaged before we both grow a moustache?"
What's more fruitless - Arkwright's pursuit of Nurse Gladys Emmanuel, or his attempt to sell tins of food without labels?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (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.

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

Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?

Series 1, Episode 12 - Boys' Night In

Terry is all up for the traditional eve-of-wedding stag night but Bob, much to Terry's horror, decides that he would prefer to spend a quiet night in with a cup of tea and a game of ludo! All goes according to plan until Bob spills ink on his wedding trousers.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm (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 17, Highlights Special - Best Bits

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

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
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 47, Episode 7

Guest host Jo Brand is joined by guest panellists Kevin Bridges and Jacob Rees-Mogg MP.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Audrey fforbes-Hamilton (Penelope Keith). Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Series 1, Episode 1

Following the death of her husband, Audrey fforbes-Hamilton discovers that their large country estate is almost bankrupt, and is told that she has no option other than to sell up.

U&Yesterday channel logo 9:40pm (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 6 - The Whisky Priest

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

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:55pm (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Image shows from L to R: Audrey fforbes-Hamilton (Penelope Keith), Richard DeVere (Peter Bowles), Mrs. Polouvicka (Daphne Heard). Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Series 3, Episode 7

Hartley's death re-opens the chasm in Richard's finances, and the manor is once again under the hammer. A saviour could still be at hand, but what does the future hold for Grantleigh - not to mention Audrey, Richard and Mrs Poo?

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 2 (Channel 4: Series 3), Episode 3

Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by Kathy Burke and Josh Widdicombe. Countdown's Susie Dent is in with assistance from Dara O Briain.

Comedy Central 10pm
30 min
The Chris Ramsey Show. Image shows from L to R: Adam Hess, Chris Ramsey, Sara Pascoe. Copyright: Avalon Television

The Chris Ramsey Show

Series 1, Episode 7

This week, Sara Pascoe and Adam Hess try to guess which audience member ended up in Barcelona after a boozy night out in Essex, they dodge paintballs whilst playing the ultimate video game, Call of Duty, and Chris decides to get a party going on the train with help from radio DJ Roman Kemp.

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Hugh Dennis, Andy Murray, Milton Jones, Dara O Briain, Ellie Taylor, Miles Jupp, Loyiso Gola. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 15, Episode 6

Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis mock the events of the last seven days with guests Loyiso Gola, Milton Jones, Miles Jupp, Ellie Taylor and Josh Widdicombe. Also, tennis star Andy Murray is in the audience again.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI Logo. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series H, Episode 1 - Hodge Podge

With Phill Jupitus, Ross Noble and Jack Dee.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
What Does The K Stand For?. Stephen K Amos. Copyright: BBC

What Does The K Stand For?

Series 3, Episode 4 - Let's Talk About Sex

Stephen plucks up the courage to reveal a secret.

U&Yesterday channel logo 10:20pm (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 13 - Ribbing The Bonk

Mimi, Gruber, Bertorelli and the Colonel are held at the Communist Resistance's secret headquarters - René escapes with message of their ransom: 1 million francs. General Von Klinkerhoffen, however, is not keen to pay.

Comedy Central 10:30pm (repeat)
Drunk History. Image shows from L to R: Elsie Wright (Catherine Tate), Frances Griffiths (Mathew Horne). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Drunk History

Series 2, Episode 5

Charlotte Ritchie reveals the truth behind The Cottingley Fairies (stars Catherine Tate and Mathew Horne), and Nish Kumar talks about the Invention of the Telephone (featuring Anthony Head).

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
My First Planet. Image shows from L to R: Richard (John Dorney), Carol (Cariad Lloyd), Brian (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Lillian (Vicki Pepperdine), Mason (Tom Goodman-Hill), Archer (Phil Whelans). Copyright: Pozzitive Productions

My First Planet

Series 1, Episode 4 - Inglorious Barters

A queue for the loo and a rogue back rub threaten to blow up the colony. And just what is Lillian's 'special skill'?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:45pm (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.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:45pm (repeat)
Car Share. Image shows from L to R: Kayleigh Kitson (Sian Gibson), John Redmond (Peter Kay). Copyright: Goodnight Vienna Productions

Car Share

Series 1, Episode 1

When a supermarket issues a new car share scheme for its employees, assistant manager John Redmond and promotions rep Kayleigh Kitson are forced to commute together every day. But will they get along?

U&Yesterday channel logo 10:55pm (repeat)
Auf Wiedersehen, Pet

Auf Wiedersehen, Pet

Comedy drama about a group of builders who flee overseas in search of work.

U&W channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Patsy (Joanna Lumley), Edina (Jennifer Saunders). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 4, Episode 5 - Small Opening

Saffron's first play is due to open for a limited run. When Eddy discovers it's autobiographical, she is afraid it will paint her in a bad light and resolves to have the production shut down.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Jimmy Carr. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 2 (Channel 4: Series 3), Episode 4

Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by Dara O Briain and Sharon Horgan. Countdown regular Susie Dent is in with help from Adam Buxton.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Chris Addison, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 10, Episode 7

Miles Jupp, Carl Donnelly and Ava Vidal join Dara, Hugh, Andy and Chris.

Radio 4 11pm (repeat)
Tim Key's Late Night Poetry Programme. Key (Tim Key). Copyright: BBC

Tim Key's Poetry Programme

Series 3, Episode 5 - Sleep

Tim broadcasts from the bedroom of his long-suffering guitarist Tom Basden. Tim hopes Tom's wife Megan will wake up so he can interview her about her dreams.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Elis James' Pantheon Of Heroes. Image shows from L to R: Benjamin Partridge, Elis James, Nadia Kamil. Copyright: BBC

Elis James' Pantheon Of Heroes

Series 2, Episode 3 - Myths

Elis James compares key figures in Welsh history to determine Wales' ultimate heroes.

London Live 11:05pm (repeat)
Greenfingers

Greenfingers

Comedy drama in which an inmate at an experimental open prison discovers his gardening talent. Stars Clive Owen, Helen Mirren and David Kelly.

BBC One Wales. Copyright: BBC 11:10pm (repeat)
Car Share. Image shows from L to R: Kayleigh Kitson (Sian Gibson), John Redmond (Peter Kay). Copyright: Goodnight Vienna Productions

Car Share

Series 1, Episode 1

When a supermarket issues a new car share scheme for its employees, assistant manager John Redmond and promotions rep Kayleigh Kitson are forced to commute together every day. But will they get along?

Radio 4 11:15pm (repeat)
It Is Rocket Science!. Helen Keen. Copyright: BBC

It Is Rocket Science!

Series 3, Episode 3 - Overlooked

Why are some space scientists famous and others utterly obscure? Helen Keen is well-placed to ponder this, as she dreams of a spot on The News Quiz (when, Sandi, WHEN??)

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20pm (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 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.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Paul Sinha

Paul Sinha's Citizenship Test

Episode 1

Acclaimed stand-up comedian and top quizzer Paul Sinha rewrites the UK Citizenship Test to reflect his ideas about modern Britain and Britishness.

U&Dave channel logo 11:40pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 10, Episode 5

Dara O'Briain and the team tickle the ribs of another week with guests Ed Byrne, Micky Flanagan, Milton Jones and Jack Whitehall.

BBC One Scotland. Copyright: BBC 11:45pm (repeat)
Car Share. Image shows from L to R: Kayleigh Kitson (Sian Gibson), John Redmond (Peter Kay). Copyright: Goodnight Vienna Productions

Car Share

Series 1, Episode 1

When a supermarket issues a new car share scheme for its employees, assistant manager John Redmond and promotions rep Kayleigh Kitson are forced to commute together every day. But will they get along?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:55pm (repeat)
Getting On. Image shows from L to R: Nurse Kim Wilde (Jo Brand), Doctor Pippa Moore (Vicki Pepperdine), Hilary Loftus (Ricky Grover), Sister Den Flixter (Joanna Scanlan). Copyright: Vera Productions

Getting On

Series 2, Episode 5

Tonight, a graduate nurse drives a wedge between Den and Kim, and Hilary's elaborate new hand-washing protocols serve only to help muddy the water. Meanwhile, Pippa suffers the indignity of reapplying for her own job, but luckily Den and Kim find a way of cheering things up.

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Urban Myths: Adolf Hitler The Artist. Adolf Hitler (Iwan Rheon)

Urban Myths: Adolf Hitler The Artist

Comedy drama about a young Adolf Hitler trying to get into an Arts Academy.

U&Dave channel logo 12:20am (repeat)
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QI

Series D, Episode 2 - Discoveries

With Vic Reeves, Arthur Smith and Clive Anderson.

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Getting On. Image shows from L to R: Nurse Kim Wilde (Jo Brand), Doctor Pippa Moore (Vicki Pepperdine), Hilary Loftus (Ricky Grover), Sister Den Flixter (Joanna Scanlan). Copyright: Vera Productions

Getting On

Series 2, Episode 6

'Nurse of the Year' at King Edward's sees Den pushing the boat out, while Kim has unwisely banked on her annual assessment resulting in a pay rise.

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Parenting For Idiots. Image shows from L to R: Jonathan Ross, Jamie Laing, Lauren Laverne, Chris Ramsey

Parenting For Idiots

Episode 3 - Rules

The last episode takes a humorous look at the importance of attempting to put in place some basic rules while raising your little ones, from sticking to a routine to instilling discipline.

London Live 1am (repeat)
Black Books. Image shows from L to R: Bernard Black (Dylan Moran), Manny Bianco (Bill Bailey), Fran Katzenjammer (Tamsin Greig). Copyright: Assembly Film And Television

Black Books

A selection of episodes from the second and third series of the bookshop sitcom.

U&Dave channel logo 1am
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 47, Episode 7

Guest host Jo Brand is joined by guest panellists Kevin Bridges and Jacob Rees-Mogg MP.

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Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Patsy (Joanna Lumley), Edina (Jennifer Saunders). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

2011 Christmas Specials - Identity

There's a homecoming for one of the women, who's been 'away' for quite some time. She arrives at the Monsoon household with a new - slightly scary - best friend who forces a certain person to face some long-hidden truths...

Comedy Central Extra 1:30am (repeat)
The Alternative Comedy Experience. Image shows from L to R: Josie Long, David Kay, Stewart Lee, Henning Wehn, Simon Munnery, Paul Sinha, Phil Nichol, Tony Law, Paul Foot. Copyright: Comedy Central

The Alternative Comedy Experience

Series 2, Episode 11 - Stag Night

Acclaimed comedy show filmed in a proper comedy club with a real live audience. Tonight featuring Josie Long, Robin Ince, Alan Parker, David Kay, and Tony Law. Stewart Lee meets the acts backstage.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:50am (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Patsy (Joanna Lumley), Edina (Jennifer Saunders). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

2011 Christmas Specials, New Year Special - Job

Edina has some crucial questions to answer, including: Has she still got it? And could a new client destroy her relationship with Saffy or make it stronger?

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Monty Python's Personal Best. Image shows from L to R: John Cleese, Neil Innes, Michael Palin, Eric Idle

Monty Python's Personal Best

Episode 5 - Michael Palin

Michael Palin selects his favourite Python clips, including the fish-slapping dance he performed with John Cleese.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Jimmy Carr. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 2 (Channel 4: Series 3), Episode 3

Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by Kathy Burke and Josh Widdicombe. Countdown's Susie Dent is in with assistance from Dara O Briain.

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Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:05am (repeat)
Shooting Stars. Image shows from L to R: Mark Lamarr, Vic Reeves, George Dawes (Matt Lucas), Bob Mortimer, Ulrika Jonsson. Copyright: Channel X / Pett Productions

Shooting Stars

Series 3, Episode 1

With Tanya Bryer, Mariella Frostrup, Leo Sayer and Anthony Worrall-Thompson.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 3:10am
50 min version
(repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 12, Episode 9

The regulars are joined by singer Olly Murs, former member of the Pussycat Dolls Kimberly Wyatt, and comedians Matthew Crosby and Russell Peters.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 3:15am (repeat)
Psychobitches. Image shows from L to R: Emily Brontë (Katy Brand), Charlotte Brontë (Selina Griffiths), Anne Brontë (Sarah Solemani). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Psychobitches

Series 1, Episode 4

A troubled Nancy Spungen performs a couple of lewd songs, and Eve talks, with great regret, about her sexual relationship with Adam.

U&Dave channel logo 3:20am (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Gavin (Mathew Horne), Stacey (Joanna Page), Smithy (James Corden), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Bryn (Rob Brydon), Nessa (Ruth Jones). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 3, Episode 2

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

Comedy Central Extra 3:45am (repeat)
The Alternative Comedy Experience. Image shows from L to R: Josie Long, David Kay, Stewart Lee, Henning Wehn, Simon Munnery, Paul Sinha, Phil Nichol, Tony Law, Paul Foot. Copyright: Comedy Central

The Alternative Comedy Experience

Series 2, Episode 12 - Charity

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

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4am (repeat)
Genius. Dave Gorman. Copyright: BBC

Genius

Series 1, Episode 1 - Paul Daniels

With Paul Daniels. Ideas include stupid tests at cash points, the 99p coin, and running the Houses of Parliament based on the rules of Just a Minute.

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

Second Holmes

Episode 3, The Case of the Reading Undertaker: The grandsons of Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson investigate the death of a man by crossbow.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
An Actor's Life For Me. Robert Wilson (John Gordon Sinclair). Copyright: BBC

An Actor's Life For Me

Series 1, Episode 7 - Pantomime Cows

Robert lands a festive stage role, but ends up drinking too much before a show.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
What Does The K Stand For?. Stephen K Amos. Copyright: BBC

What Does The K Stand For?

Series 3, Episode 4 - Let's Talk About Sex

Stephen plucks up the courage to reveal a secret.

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