British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Thursday 6th April 2017

Radio 4 10:45am
15 min
Dead Pan. Image shows from L to R: DS Jason Trotter (John Hollingworth), DCI Alma Blair (Julie Hesmondhalgh), CSM Jo Black (Jane Hazlegrove). Copyright: Savvy Productions

Dead Pan

Episode 4

There is a breakthrough to celebrate with fine wine - and a heart to heart with Alma and Jason over their work-life balance.

BBC Three 11am
11 min
Just A Couple. Image shows from L to R: Mark (Michael Salami), Shavon (Frieda Thiel). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Just A Couple

BBC Three series, Episode 5 - Keep It Moving

Mark has discovered 'Same day delivery' and the joys of home exercise equipment, but Shavon is not impressed with her boyfriend ordering everything to her flat.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5pm
30 min
4 O'Clock Club. Nero Johnson (Akai Osei). Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Club

Series 6, Episode 7 - Chair

Mr Bell collects an old massage chair from his ex-wife's house... but that's not the only surprising thing he brings back to Elmsmere! And Eli thinks he has developed special powers.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:20pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 2, Episode 1 - Just Desserts

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

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Reluctant Persuaders. Image shows from L to R: Amanda (Josie Lawrence), Joe (Mathew Baynton), Hardacre (Nigel Havers), Teddy (Kieran Hodgson), Laura (Olivia Nixon). Copyright: ABsoLuTeLy Productions

Reluctant Persuaders

Series 2, Episode 1 - Live Young

The team are confronted with an unexpected challenge - a can of water.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (repeat)
Henry IX. Image shows from L to R: Serena (Kara Tointon), King Henry (Charles Edwards)

Henry IX

Episode 1 - Reigned In

Henry's snap decision to abdicate sends shockwaves through the Royal household, who close ranks in their efforts to make the King see sense.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 2, Episode 2 - Heartbreak Hotel

Being on the inside doesn't stop Godber romancing his fiancée, Denise, although events on the outside ensure the path of true love doesn't run smoothly. An unexpected letter leads to Godber having to explain his actions to the governor, but are there blue skies on the horizon?

Radio 4 7:45pm (repeat)
Dead Pan. Image shows from L to R: DS Jason Trotter (John Hollingworth), DCI Alma Blair (Julie Hesmondhalgh), CSM Jo Black (Jane Hazlegrove). Copyright: Savvy Productions

Dead Pan

Episode 4

There is a breakthrough to celebrate with fine wine - and a heart to heart with Alma and Jason over their work-life balance.

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

QI

Series J, Episode 7 - Journalism

With Shappi Khorsandi, Ross Noble and Johnny Vegas.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20pm (repeat)
Citizen Khan. Image shows from L to R: Alia (Bhavna Limbachia), Dave (Kris Marshall), Mr Khan (Adil Ray), Amjad (Abdullah Afzal), Shazia (Maya Sondhi), Mrs Khan (Shobu Kapoor). Copyright: BBC

Citizen Khan

Series 1, Episode 1

Plans are being made for Shazia's forthcoming wedding to her handsome but dim fiancé Amjad. Mrs Khan's on the warpath because Mr Khan's forgotten to book the wedding venue, but it shouldn't be a problem as long as he can persuade mosque manager Dave to do him a favour...

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 8:30pm
30 min
Harry Hill's Alien Fun Capsule. Image shows from L to R: Nina Wadia, Des O'Connor, Harry Hill, Fay Ripley, Nish Kumar. Copyright: Nit TV

Harry Hill's Alien Fun Capsule

Series 1, Episode 6

Helping Harry fill his capsule with hilarious moments this time are Cold Feet star Fay Ripley, former EastEnders actor Nina Wadia, comedian Nish Kumar and showbiz legend Des O'Connor.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:55pm (repeat)
Citizen Khan. Image shows from L to R: Alia (Bhavna Limbachia), Dave (Kris Marshall), Mr Khan (Adil Ray), Amjad (Abdullah Afzal), Shazia (Maya Sondhi), Mrs Khan (Shobu Kapoor). Copyright: BBC

Citizen Khan

Series 1, Episode 2

Mrs Khan's mother is staying with the family. But Mr Khan's big opportunity to hobnob with the bigwigs of the Sparkhill Business Association is threatened when he has to take his mother-in-law on a shopping trip - one that she will never forget.

U&W channel logo 9pm
60 min
John Bishop In Conversation With.... John Bishop. Copyright: Lola Entertainment

John Bishop In Conversation With...

Series 2, Episode 4 - Louise Redknapp

John Bishop chats to Louise Redknapp.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lee (Lee Mack), Lucy (Sally Bretton). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

A selection of episodes from the sixth series of the Lee Mack sitcom.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm
60 min
Gap Year. Image shows from L to R: Ashley (Brittney Wilson), Sean (Ade Oyefeso), Greg (Tim Key), Dylan (Anders Hayward), May (Alice Lee). Copyright: Eleven Film

Gap Year

Episode 7 - Penang: The Shoot

The gang sign up to be extras in a Malaysian zombie film and Greg finally gets to fulfil his childhood dream of becoming a policeman. May gets an unexpected opportunity to reconnect with her Chinese roots, while the love triangle between Sean, Ashley and Dylan reaches an explosive climax.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:30pm (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Series 2, Episode 1 - Mammy Pulls It Off

Dermot and his new wife Maria have a baby on the way, and they are desperate for a place of their own. The newlyweds just can't afford to move out, but Mrs Brown has a plan to help her son...

Sky Atlantic logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm
35 min
The Trip. Image shows from L to R: Steve (Steve Coogan), Rob (Rob Brydon)

The Trip

The Trip To Spain, Episode 1 - Txoko

The pair disembark from the ferry at Santander and take in the Cave of Altamira before visiting the picturesque port of Getaria - home to the acclaimed restaurant Txoko, and also the occasional rainstorm.

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Ed Gamble, James Acaster, Dara O Briain, John Robins, Sara Pascoe, Rob Beckett. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 15, Episode 11

Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis mock the events of the last seven days with guests James Acaster, Rob Beckett, Ed Gamble, Sara Pascoe and John Robins.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm
30 min
The Nightly Show. Bradley Walsh

The Nightly Show

Episode 29

Bradley Walsh is joined on the sofa by actor, writer and comedian Dave Johns and tenor Russell Watson.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:15pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Lee (Lee Mack), Tim (Tim Vine). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 3, Episode 3 - Amy

Over-excited by the appearance of a lesbian couple in their building, Lee and Tim ask them over for dinner, little realising that their adolescent attempt to get their jollies will backfire when Lucy discovers a side to herself that she never knew existed.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10:30pm
50 min
Celebrity Juice. Image shows from L to R: Melody Thornton, Leigh Francis, Tony Hadley, Holly Willoughby, Fearne Cotton, Rylan Clark-Neal, Gino D'Acampo

Celebrity Juice

Series 17, Episode 3

Joining team captains Fearne Cotton and Holly Willoughby this time are regular panellist Gino D'Acampo, Spandau Ballet frontman Tony Hadley, former Pussycat Doll Melody Thornton and TV presenter Rylan Clark-Neal.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Lee (Lee Mack), Tim (Tim Vine). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 3, Episode 4 - Party

When Tim and Lee try to organise a surprise party for Lucy's 30th birthday their ideas of what makes a good party differ widely.

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

Mock The Week

Series 14, Episode 9

James Acaster, Gary Delaney, Zoe Lyons and Josh Widdicombe are the guests on this week's show.

Radio 4 11pm (repeat)
Start/Stop. Barney (Jack Docherty). Copyright: BBC

Start/Stop

Series 2, Episode 2 - Funeral

The prospect of the funeral of a neighbour shows that even someone's death provides opportunities for flirting, competitiveness and generally reprehensible behaviour.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 11pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. James Corden. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 7, Out-takes - Unseen Vol 2

More never-before-seen footage of James Corden, Jamie Redknapp, Freddie Flintoff, Jack Whitehall and their guests on the cheeky sports-themed panel show.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40pm (repeat)
Little Britain. Image shows from L to R: David Walliams, Matt Lucas, The Prime Minister (Anthony Head)

Little Britain

Series 3, Episode 4

Emily and Florence go on a stag night and the Prime Minister's moustache tickles Sebastian. Ting Tong's mother arrives on the Mike McShane estate and Bubbles discovers the reason why Roman left her for Desiree.

U&Dave channel logo 11:40pm (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 8

Dara O'Briain, Chris Addison, Hugh Dennis and Andy Parsons look back over another week's news with guests Greg Davies, Simon Evans and Micky Flanagan.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky Midnight (repeat)
Duck Quacks Don't Echo. Lee Mack. Copyright: Magnum Media

Duck Quacks Don't Echo

Series 2, Episode 1

Lee Mack is joined by Got To Dance host Davina McCall, comedian Paddy McGuinness and actor Stephen Mangan.

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