British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Friday 2nd June 2017

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7am (repeat)
The Piglet Files. Image shows from L to R: Andrew Maxwell (John Ringham), Peter 'Piglet' Chapman (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Major Maurice Drummond (Clive Francis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

The Piglet Files

Series 1, Episode 1 - A Question Of Intelligence

When Peter Chapman is fired from his job as electronics lecturer at a polytechnic, a new role comes along almost immediately. His first day in the job doesn't exactly go to plan...

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
Boogie Up The River

Boogie Up The River

Episode 3, See You Outside Boots in Oxford: Mark and his manic mutt look for the enigmatic Jennifer in the city of dreaming spires.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:25am (repeat)
Dennis The Menace & Gnasher

Dennis The Menace & Gnasher

CBBC series based on the popular Beano comic character Dennis and his dog, Gnasher.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:30am (repeat)
Ever Decreasing Circles. Image shows from L to R: Ann Bryce (Penelope Wilton), Martin Bryce (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Ever Decreasing Circles

Series 4, Episode 4

The residents of the close establish their own new Neighbourhood Watch scheme, and Howard and Hilda manage to catch a suspect on their very first night of operation.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Sketchorama. Humphrey Ker. Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Sketchorama

Series 1, Episode 2

Sketch comedian Humphrey Ker presents up-and-coming sketch groups from the live UK comedy circuit. Featuring The Noise Next Door, The Boom Jennies and Jigsaw.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:45am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 7 - The Statue of Liberty, USA

Grandmaster Glitch makes the Statue of Liberty fall right into the path of a passing ferry. Go Jetters, Go!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8am (repeat)
Ever Decreasing Circles. Image shows from L to R: Ann Bryce (Penelope Wilton), Martin Bryce (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Ever Decreasing Circles

Series 3, Episode 5

Martin has finally been accepted for membership of the Egremont Club, but he ends up resigning in protest over Ann's "communist" literature being brought before club member Simon Dunn, M.P..

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

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 8 - The Brandenburg Gate, Germany

When Grandmaster Glitch takes the quadriga from the Brandenburg Gate, the Go Jetters must stop him before he reaches Grim HQ.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Series 3, Episode 5

Revealing secrets of radio audience research - plus the rhubarb tart song.

CITV 8:20am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

A selection of episodes from the first and second series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:20am (repeat)
Little Roy. Copyright: JAM Media

Little Roy

Series 1, Episode 10 - Gnomey O'Brien

Roy and Bill accidentally break Mr Barker's garden gnome.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
Doctor At Large

Doctor At Large

Episode 4, The Doctor's Dilemma: Seasick ship's doctor Simon Sparrow attempts emergency surgery using cutlery and brandy.

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

Lionel and Jean were young lovers until accidentally losing touch. Years later they meet again by chance and unexpectedly rekindle their romance.

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.

U&Drama channel logo 9am (repeat)
Monarch Of The Glen. Copyright: BBC

Monarch Of The Glen

Series 2, Episode 1

Comedy drama set in the Scottish Highlands, based on the comic novels of Compton Mackenzie.

BBC iPlayer 9am
40 min
Asian Network Comedy. Image shows from L to R: Ali Shahalom, Sindhu Vee, Ahir Shah, Isma Almas, Funmbi Omotayo. Copyright: BBC

Asian Network Comedy

Episode 7 - Live in Leeds 2017

BBC Asian Network comes from the West Yorkshire Playhouse in Leeds featuring stand-up from Sindhu Vee, Ahir Shah, Funmbi Omotayo, Ali Official and Isma Almas.

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

Petula makes a surprise announcement, and Bren is excited to have been picked to appear on TV quiz show Totally Trivial. Tony's hoping she'll come away with him to a new life in Scotland.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 2, Episode 19 - Balancing

The Twirlywoos are at a gym hall where they watch a gymnast practicing a routine on a balance beam.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9:40am (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Laurence Rickard, Ben Willbond, Martha Howe-Douglas, Mathew Baynton, Jim Howick, Simon Farnaby. Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 5, Episode 5

Famous monk St Augustine struggles to introduce Christianity to Saxon England, Stuart diarist Samuel Pepys annoys the smartest men in Britain, we witness a daring escape from the Tower of London, and we find that Joan of Arc's story is quite an unusual one for a teenage girl.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10am (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 25th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

Radio 4 10:45am
15 min
Bindi Business. Image shows from L to R: Raj (Chris Nayak), Bindi (Meera Syal), Anu (Krupa Pattani). Copyright: BBC

Bindi Business

Series 2, Episode 5

With her micro-pod development nearly complete, Bindi is preparing for the big opening, but she is put to the test when she finds that not everyone shares her vision.

Radio 4 11:30am (repeat)
Max & Ivan. Image shows from L to R: Max Olesker, Ivan Gonzalez. Copyright: Mike South

The Casebook Of Max And Ivan

Series 1, Episode 3

Max and Ivan investigate a spate of sporting injuries. With guest star Jessica Hynes.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:35am (repeat)
Little Roy. Copyright: JAM Media

Little Roy

Series 1, Episode 10 - Gnomey O'Brien

Roy and Bill accidentally break Mr Barker's garden gnome.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 3, Episode 1 - A Storm In A Teacup

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

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Series 3, Episode 5

Revealing secrets of radio audience research - plus the rhubarb tart song.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:05pm (repeat)
Strange Hill High. Image shows from L to R: Becky Butters, Mitchell Tanner, Templeton. Copyright: BBC / Factory Transmedia

Strange Hill High

Series 1, Episode 5 - Big Mouth Strikes Again

Becky makes an unexpected enemy of the Tooth Fairy when she begins selling healthy food to fellow pupils.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:25pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 45 - The Duckula Show

Danger Mouse faces the prospect of being written out of his own show, after Count Duckula kidnaps the writers and forces them to make him the star.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
Doctor At Large

Doctor At Large

Episode 4, The Doctor's Dilemma: Seasick ship's doctor Simon Sparrow attempts emergency surgery using cutlery and brandy.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Michael Harper (Gabriel Thomson), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay), Janey Harper (Daniela Denby-Ashe). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 9, Episode 7 - It's Training Men

An undercover assessor for Cavitex, posing as a patient, leads to Ben having to attend a retraining course.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:40pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 5, Episode 7 - Dodgy Lodger

When one of the pigs attempts to make friends with Timmy, his cohorts evict him as punishment. The sheep take him into the barn, and attempt to transform him into the epitome of porcine sophistication, but do they really know who they have invited into their home?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:45pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 5, Episode 8 - Dangerous Deliveries

Every time the postman pays the Farmer a visit, Bitzers canine instincts get the better of him, resulting in shredded mail and and an irate farmer. Shaun decides to help out by taking on the role of Bitzer's therapist, with unexpected consequences.

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 30, Episode 7 - Will Randolph Make A Good Impression?

Hobbo turns up at the river wall with Randolph, who he hopes will bring romance into Stella's life.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20pm (repeat)
Ever Decreasing Circles. Image shows from L to R: Ann Bryce (Penelope Wilton), Martin Bryce (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Ever Decreasing Circles

Series 3, Episode 5

Martin has finally been accepted for membership of the Egremont Club, but he ends up resigning in protest over Ann's "communist" literature being brought before club member Simon Dunn, M.P..

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

Twirlywoos

Series 2, Episode 19 - Balancing

The Twirlywoos are at a gym hall where they watch a gymnast practicing a routine on a balance beam.

BBC Radio Scotland 1:30pm
30 min
Grant Stott. Copyright: BBC

Stop The Press

Series 1, Episode 5

Team captains Jo Caulfield and Gary Robertson join chair Grant Stott for a new panel game in which a team of journalists go up against the people they are reporting on.

U&Drama channel logo 1:40pm (repeat)
Waiting For God. Image shows from L to R: Diana Trent (Stephanie Cole), Tom Ballard (Graham Crowden). Copyright: BBC

Waiting For God

Series 4, Episode 1

Diana is distraught when she receives a letter informing her that her investments have gone bad, leaving her bankrupt. As she hot-foots it to London to shout at the receivers, Tom discovers his apartment has rising damp.

Talking Pictures TV 2pm (repeat)
The Big Job. Image shows from L to R: Mildred Gamely (Joan Sims), Frederick 'Booky' Binns (Dick Emery), George 'The Great Brain' (Sid James), Myrtle Robbins (Sylvia Syms), Timothy 'Dipper' Day (Lance Percival). Copyright: Anglo Amalgamated

The Big Job

After their release from prison, an inept gang of bank robbers attempt to recover the proceeds of the Big Job that got them 15 years.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2pm (repeat)
Ever Decreasing Circles. Image shows from L to R: Ann Bryce (Penelope Wilton), Martin Bryce (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Ever Decreasing Circles

Series 4, Episode 4

The residents of the close establish their own new Neighbourhood Watch scheme, and Howard and Hilda manage to catch a suspect on their very first night of operation.

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 8, Episode 3 - The Maids Of Ongar

Dorien's offer to invest in Sharon and Tracey's business is turned down.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:35pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Laurence Rickard, Ben Willbond, Martha Howe-Douglas, Mathew Baynton, Jim Howick, Simon Farnaby. Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 5, Episode 5

Famous monk St Augustine struggles to introduce Christianity to Saxon England, Stuart diarist Samuel Pepys annoys the smartest men in Britain, we witness a daring escape from the Tower of London, and we find that Joan of Arc's story is quite an unusual one for a teenage girl.

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 9 - Gravy

Petula makes a surprise announcement, and Bren is excited to have been picked to appear on TV quiz show Totally Trivial. Tony's hoping she'll come away with him to a new life in Scotland.

U&Yesterday channel logo 3pm (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 8 - Come Fly With Me

Gary and Phoebe's wedding is drawing near. Can Gary cope with two stag nights, 54 years apart?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:05pm (repeat)
Dennis The Menace & Gnasher

Dennis The Menace & Gnasher

CBBC series based on the popular Beano comic character Dennis and his dog, Gnasher.

London Live 3:15pm (repeat)
Fun At St. Fanny's. Image shows from L to R: Maisie (Vera Day), Cardew Robinson (Cardew Robinson)

Fun At St. Fanny's

Comedy starring Fred Emney and Cardew Robinson as headmaster and overgrown pupil at a boarding school.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20pm (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

Lionel and Jean were young lovers until accidentally losing touch. Years later they meet again by chance and unexpectedly rekindle their romance.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:20pm (repeat)
Zig And Zag

Zig And Zag

Episode 14 - It's Sherlucky Day

Zig and Zag become detectives to solve the case of the missing invisible cat of Burb Street.

U&Yesterday channel logo 3:40pm (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.

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

A selection of episodes from the 25th and 26th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

U&Drama channel logo 4pm (repeat)
Monarch Of The Glen. Copyright: BBC

Monarch Of The Glen

Series 2, Episode 1

Comedy drama set in the Scottish Highlands, based on the comic novels of Compton Mackenzie.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:15pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Inspector Blake (Stephen Lewis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 5, Episode 11 - The Strain

Stan tries to prove his strength by picking up his girlfriend to guess her weight. In doing so, he strains his back and is instructed to wear a supportive, surgical corset if he wants to get back to work quickly.

U&Yesterday channel logo 4:20pm (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 3, Episode 6 - The Cool Cocoa Tin Lid

Granville decides to get cool. He's got the open necked shirt and the shades, but where's a poor errand boy going to find a medallion?

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 4:45pm (repeat)
Millions

Millions

Heart-warming comedy drama film. When seven-year-old Damian finds a suitcase of cash, he thinks it's a gift from God.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:50pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Inspector Blake (Stephen Lewis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 5, Episode 15 - Boxing Day Social

Arthur's mother and younger sister Linda are visiting for Christmas, and when Jack suggests that Linda might like to attend the depot's Boxing Day Social, Arthur maintains that she's above such events...

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
Boogie Up The River

Boogie Up The River

Episode 3, See You Outside Boots in Oxford: Mark and his manic mutt look for the enigmatic Jennifer in the city of dreaming spires.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:25pm (repeat)
In Loving Memory. Image shows from L to R: Vera Venables (Cheryl Hall), Billy Henshaw (Christopher Beeny), Delores (Mary Preston). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

In Loving Memory

Series 3, Episode 5 - Gone But Not Forgotten

On a day trip to the seaside with Auntie Ivy, Billy gets into a spot of trouble and floats far out to sea in a coffin he's using as a boat. Soon long out of sight, Ivy believes him drowned and returns home to organise a fitting memorial service.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Sketchorama. Humphrey Ker. Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Sketchorama

Series 1, Episode 2

Sketch comedian Humphrey Ker presents up-and-coming sketch groups from the live UK comedy circuit. Featuring The Noise Next Door, The Boom Jennies and Jigsaw.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5:40pm (repeat)
Class Dismissed. Copyright: BBC

Class Dismissed

Series 2, Episode 1 - Monday

It's the first day of Year 9 - and pupil Mark has got some big news.

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Waiting For God. Image shows from L to R: Diana Trent (Stephanie Cole), Tom Ballard (Graham Crowden). Copyright: BBC

Waiting For God

Series 4, Episode 1

Diana is distraught when she receives a letter informing her that her investments have gone bad, leaving her bankrupt. As she hot-foots it to London to shout at the receivers, Tom discovers his apartment has rising damp.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Roger Bailey Jr. (Keiron Self), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 5, Christmas Special - Glad Tidings We Bring

Christmas for Susan means the ideal opportunity to take control of Ben, that is until Janey arrives home and makes the big announcement: she is getting married!

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

Scream Street

Series 1, Episode 7 - Mirror Mirror

Resus feels like he's the family embarrassment, and wishes he was the vampire his parents dreamed of.

BBC Radio Wales. Copyright: BBC 6:30pm
30 min
The Leak. Tom Price

The Leak

Series 6, Episode 5

The comedy chat show gets stuck in at the Hay Festival, where Tom Price is joined by Rose Matafeo and Jake Yapp to discuss the best stories of the week.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
The News Quiz. Andy Zaltzman

The News Quiz

Series 93, Episode 7

Jeremy Hardy, Desiree Burch, Simon Evans and Helen Lewis are Miles' guests for another round of News Quizzing.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:35pm (repeat)
Dennis The Menace & Gnasher

Dennis The Menace & Gnasher

CBBC series based on the popular Beano comic character Dennis and his dog, Gnasher.

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 30, Episode 7 - Will Randolph Make A Good Impression?

Hobbo turns up at the river wall with Randolph, who he hopes will bring romance into Stella's life.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 45 - The Duckula Show

Danger Mouse faces the prospect of being written out of his own show, after Count Duckula kidnaps the writers and forces them to make him the star.

CITV 6:55pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

A selection of episodes from the second series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (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 6 - Watching The Girls Go By

Rodney has unwisely accepted a bet with Micky Pearce that he'll bring a bird along to the party at the Nag's Head. Now, with Del's help, he has to find one...!

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 9

The Vikings launch their advert for We Sell Any Monk, Queen Elizabeth I surprises her court with some very odd laws, the sacrifice-obsessed Aztec priests sing their gruesome disco song, and we discover the Roman equivalent of text messaging.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Series 3, Episode 5

Revealing secrets of radio audience research - plus the rhubarb tart song.

U&Drama channel logo 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 5, Episode 9

Having lost out in a floral display competition, Hyacinth sets her sights on a new car and soon has Richard on a Rolls-Royce test drive.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
Doctor At Large

Doctor At Large

Episode 4, The Doctor's Dilemma: Seasick ship's doctor Simon Sparrow attempts emergency surgery using cutlery and brandy.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Uncle Albert (Buster Merryfield), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 5, Christmas Special - A Royal Flush

Rodney meets an upper-crust young lady selling paintings down the market and they instantly hit it off. However, when Del finds out that she's Lady Victoria of Malebury, whose father is a cousin of the Queen, he begins to plot the couple's wedding.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:45pm (repeat)
Class Dismissed. Copyright: BBC

Class Dismissed

Series 2, Episode 1 - Monday

It's the first day of Year 9 - and pupil Mark has got some big news.

Radio 4 7:45pm (repeat)
Bindi Business. Image shows from L to R: Raj (Chris Nayak), Bindi (Meera Syal), Anu (Krupa Pattani). Copyright: BBC

Bindi Business

Series 2, Episode 5

With her micro-pod development nearly complete, Bindi is preparing for the big opening, but she is put to the test when she finds that not everyone shares her vision.

BBC Four 8pm (repeat)
The Good Old Days. Copyright: BBC

The Good Old Days

Traditional music-hall entertainment, with songs, sketches and stand-up comedy from the Leeds City Varieties.

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

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Series 3, Episode 4 - Mammy's Valentine

As Valentine's Day approaches, love is in the air for all the Brown family - even Grandad. In fact, the only Brown without a date is Agnes.

U&Yesterday channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Porridge: Inside Out. Image shows from L to R: Tony Osoba, Sam Kelly, Christopher Biggins. Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Porridge: Inside Out

Episode 1 - Sent Down

First of a three-part special giving a fascinating insight into one of the most-loved sitcoms of all time, with help from the show's creators, Clement and La Frenais.

Comedy Central 9pm (repeat)
Your Face Or Mine. Copyright: Talkback

Your Face Or Mine

Series 1, Episode 4

Jimmy Carr and Katherine Ryan are joined by lovebirds Ben and Stephanie, who will put their relationship on the line for the chance to win thousands of pounds.

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

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 6, Episode 1

Russell Howard is back. A drunk man tries to surf, and a look at a dodgy horse drink. In the Mystery Guest segment Russell tries some break dancing. The Good News Extra comic is Doc Brown.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 9pm (repeat)
The Keith & Paddy Picture Show. Image shows from L to R: Quint (Stephen Tompkinson), Hooper (Leigh Francis). Copyright: Talkback

The Keith & Paddy Picture Show

Series 1, Episode 4 - Jaws

Keith and Paddy turn their attention to the classic blockbuster Jaws, with help from Stephen Tompkinson, Myleene Klass and Hank Osasuna.

Comedy Central 9:30pm (repeat)
Bad Robots. Copyright: Objective Productions

Bad Robots

Series 1, Episode 4

B.O.T enforces strict security protocols on clients trying to enter TezCorp HQ.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40pm (repeat)
The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Dave Best (Craig Cash), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Antony Royle (Ralf Little)

The Royle Family

Series 3, Christmas Special - The Royle Family At Christmas

It's Christmas Day, and Baby David's first birthday. It's also the Royles' first opportunity to meet Emma's parents, who leave Jim with a sour taste in the mouth. However, an unexpected present soon puts a smile back on his hairy face.

U&Yesterday channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Blackadder Rides Again. Rowan Atkinson

Blackadder Rides Again

Rowan Atkinson and the cast of the legendary comedy series Blackadder are back for a one-off documentary special.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (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 6

Sarah Millican, Melanie C, Charlotte Ritchie and David O'Doherty look at the topical stories of the week.

Comedy Central Extra 10pm (repeat)
Russell Howard Live: Dingledodies. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard Live: Dingledodies

A TV broadcast of Russell Howard's 2008 stand-up tour.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
Have I Got News For You. Victoria Coren Mitchell

Have I Got News For You

Series 53, Episode 7

This episode is hosted by Victoria Coren Mitchell with guest panellists Adam Boulton and the Rev Richard Coles.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain

Mock The Week

A selection of episodes from the tenth series of the satirical panel game.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Sketchorama. Humphrey Ker. Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Sketchorama

Series 1, Episode 2

Sketch comedian Humphrey Ker presents up-and-coming sketch groups from the live UK comedy circuit. Featuring The Noise Next Door, The Boom Jennies and Jigsaw.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
65 min
The Last Leg. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Adam Hills, Alex Brooker. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

The Last Leg

Series 11, Episode 3

Sue Perkins joins the trio to talk about the week's events.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20pm (repeat)
The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Dave Best (Craig Cash), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Antony Royle (Ralf Little)

The Royle Family

Series 3, Episode 6

Baby David's freshly Christened, and the family are having a proper knees-up in celebration. As the Royle clan and their closest friends gather in the sitting room, Denise and Dave sneak upstairs for a quiet moment with the little one. But Antony's got an announcement...

BBC Two 10:30pm
5 min
Election Spy. Image shows from L to R: Amira (Priyanga Burford), Becs (Sophia Di Martino). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Election Spy

Episode 4

The Tory party is worrying about its drop in the polls; whilst UKIP are trying to work out why Farage is a 'person of interest' to the FBI. Over in the Labour office they are thinking up how to call Theresa May a coward in a politically correct way. Veteran Brian explains to newcomer Harry that the Democrats are not even at mild crisis point yet, compared to the past.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Laura Solon

Laura Solon: Talking And Not Talking

Series 2, Episode 2

Carole explains her brand new fruit auction website; Professor Selma Richards explains how tedious the world of academia is; and we hear about Chingley Hall's 1981 rat-reduction initiative.

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45 min
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The Graham Norton Show

Series 21, Episode 9 - Tom Cruise, Annabelle Wallis, Zac Efron, Beth Ditto

Tom Cruise remains tight lipped over the plot of Mission Impossible 6 whilst promising thrilling stunts, Annabelle Wallis says watching Peaky Blinders with her dad was rather awkward, Zac Efron talks about improvising with Dwayne Johnson and Beth Ditto performs live in the studio.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:50pm (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 7

The boys are back to jest over another week's polls, with Jamie Cullum, Kirsty Young, Joe Wilkinson and Katherine Ryan.

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The Keith & Paddy Picture Show. Image shows from L to R: Quint (Stephen Tompkinson), Hooper (Leigh Francis). Copyright: Talkback

The Keith & Paddy Picture Show

Series 1, Episode 4 - Jaws

Keith and Paddy turn their attention to the classic blockbuster Jaws, with help from Stephen Tompkinson, Myleene Klass and Hank Osasuna.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
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Mark Steel's In Town

Series 4, Episode 1 - Whitehaven

Mark performs from the Rosehill Theatre in Whitehaven, Cumbria, where he talks about surrealist pirates, rum butter and the link between rugby and nuclear power.

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The Fake News Show

Episode 3

Richard Ayoade and NYC comedian Desiree Burch are the guests joining Stephen Mangan, Katherine Ryan and Richard Osman.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:25pm (repeat)
Sliding Doors. Helen (Gwyneth Paltrow)

Sliding Doors

Romantic comedy in which a woman's love life and career both hinge on whether or not she catches a train. We see the result both ways, in parallel.

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Benidorm

Series 3, Episode 4

When Madge's estranged daughter Valda appears at The Solana, Madge is convinced she is after Mel's money. Meanwhile a cockney conman called Gary starts working his way through the holidaymakers, and Madge is given something to settle her stomach with extremely unsettling results.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
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Chain Reaction

Series 1, Episode 2 - Jimmy Carr interviews Matt Lucas

Jimmy Carr talks to Matt Lucas about Shooting Stars, Little Britain and his ambition to open a chocolate shop.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 20, Episode 3

This week, Rob's team is Richard Osman and Ellie Taylor, while Aisling is joined by Drifters star, Jessica Knappett, and David O'Doherty to discuss the nation's most popular Brits.

London Live Midnight (repeat)
Personal Services

Personal Services

The story of the rise of a single mother from waitress to madam of a suburban brothel that caters to older men.

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Room 101

A selection of episodes from the fourth series of the Orwellian panel show.

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Spaced

Series 2, Episode 6 - Dissolution

As Sophie and Tim get closer, Daisy and Mike get increasingly jealous. Secrets from the past come back to haunt Tim and Daisy. Twist and Brian split up. Everyone finally vents their frustration at Daisy's birthday dinner.

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Sarah Millican: Home Bird Live. Sarah Millican

Sarah Millican: Home Bird Live

Third live show from Sarah Millican, edited from the 2014 DVD release of the same name.

Comedy Central Extra 12:30am (repeat)
Kevin & Perry Go Large. Image shows from L to R: Kevin (Harry Enfield), Perry (Kathy Burke)

Kevin & Perry Go Large

Film spin-off for the popular Harry Enfield characters. Kevin and Perry visit Ibiza.

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Spaced. Image shows from L to R: Marsha Klein (Julia Deakin), Mike Watt (Nick Frost), Daisy Steiner (Jessica Hynes), Brian Topp (Mark Heap), Tim Bisley (Simon Pegg), Twist Morgan (Katy Carmichael)

Spaced

Series 2, Episode 7 - Leaves

After Daisy's party everyone has split and gone their separate ways. Sophie is going to America, Twist in Manchester and Marsha is selling the house and has gone AWOL. When Tim discovers that even Daisy is leaving town, Mike comes up with a bloody spectacular idea.

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A League Of Their Own

Series 9, Episode 6

Presenter Amanda Holden joins Freddie Flintoff and Jack Whitehall on the blue team, while Jamie Redknapp lines up alongside award-winning comic and Trollied star Aisling Bea, and his former Liverpool midfield partner John Barnes.

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A League Of Their Own

Series 10, Episode 7

James Corden, Jamie Redknapp, Freddie Flintoff and Jack Whitehall are joined by Ricky Ponting, Joel Creasey and Jon Richardson.

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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 8, Episode 3 - The Maids Of Ongar

Dorien's offer to invest in Sharon and Tracey's business is turned down.

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Big Train. Image shows from L to R: Simon Pegg, Kevin Eldon, Julia Davis, Mark Heap, Amelia Bullmore. Copyright: Talkback Productions

Big Train

Sketch show featuring stars including Simon Pegg, Mark Heap, Kevin Eldon, Julia Davis and Catherine Tate.

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Monty Python's Best Bits (Mostly)

Episode 4

A celebration of all things Python. Bill Bailey, Harry Shearer and Kate Beckinsale are among those paying tribute, while classic clips include The Lumberjack Song.

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A League Of Their Own

Series 9, Episode 7

In the penultimate episode, James Corden and Co are joined by Olympic diver Tom Daley, athlete Katarina Johnson-Thompson and stand-up comic Romesh Ranganathan.

U&Dave channel logo 2am (repeat)
Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled. Image shows from L to R: Tommy Tiernan, Seann Walsh, Alan Davies, Jimmy Carr, Holly Walsh

Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled

Series 2, Episode 1

No agenda or script, just side-splitting improvised chat and amusing anecdotes with Alan Davies and his comedic chums Tommy Tiernan, Jimmy Carr, Seann Walsh and Holly Walsh.

London Live 2:10am (repeat)
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Adventures Of A Plumber's Mate

Sid South gets to meet lots of lusty young ladies through his work, but it looks like he has landed himself in really hot water with a gambling debt.

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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 10 (Channel 4: Series 11), Episode 7

David Mitchell and Cariad Lloyd take on Jon Richardson and Russell Howard. Sam Simmons joins Countdown's resident lexicographer Susie Dent.

Comedy Central Extra 2:10am
55 min version (repeat)
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Russell Howard's Good News

Series 6, Episode 1

Russell Howard is back. A drunk man tries to surf, and a look at a dodgy horse drink. In the Mystery Guest segment Russell tries some break dancing. The Good News Extra comic is Doc Brown.

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Monty Python's Best Bits (Mostly). Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Monty Python's Best Bits (Mostly)

Episode 5

Just before the Monty Python tribute series ceases to be, there's just time for The Parrot Sketch, The Ministry of Silly Walks and praise from Chevy Chase and Steve Coogan.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 10, Episode 5

With Carol Vorderman, Myleene Klass, Russell Kane and Rufus Hound.

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The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Dave Best (Craig Cash), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Antony Royle (Ralf Little)

The Royle Family

Series 3, Christmas Special - The Royle Family At Christmas

It's Christmas Day, and Baby David's first birthday. It's also the Royles' first opportunity to meet Emma's parents, who leave Jim with a sour taste in the mouth. However, an unexpected present soon puts a smile back on his hairy face.

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The Piglet Files. Image shows from L to R: Andrew Maxwell (John Ringham), Peter 'Piglet' Chapman (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Major Maurice Drummond (Clive Francis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

The Piglet Files

Series 1, Episode 1 - A Question Of Intelligence

When Peter Chapman is fired from his job as electronics lecturer at a polytechnic, a new role comes along almost immediately. His first day in the job doesn't exactly go to plan...

London Live 4:15am (repeat)
PhoneShop. Image shows from L to R: Jerwayne (Javone Prince), Ashley (Andrew Brooke), Lance (Martin Trenaman), Janine (Emma Fryer), Christopher (Tom Bennett). Copyright: Talkback

PhoneShop

Series 2, Episode 6 - Revenge Of The Razz

Feeling sidelined and unloved, Christopher is offered a new sales job by headhunter Dean Bisk, while Ashley and Jerwayne find themselves drafted into Razz Prince's Elite Selling Krew. Is this the end for PhoneShop Sutton as we know it?

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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 6 - The Undertaker's Apprentice

Despite Mary's patent desperation to learn the trade, an unfortunate incident compels Ivy to seek a proper apprentice to replace Ernie's continued calamities. The first applicant who arrives is not quite a stranger to the entire household...

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
Boogie Up The River

Boogie Up The River

Episode 3, See You Outside Boots in Oxford: Mark and his manic mutt look for the enigmatic Jennifer in the city of dreaming spires.

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In Loving Memory

Series 5, Episode 7 - Up In The World

Pardoe's has gone bust, leaving J. Unsworth & Co. as the sole planter in miles. With business booming far beyond capacity, Mary's feeling neglected and unloved. Could this be a fatal strain on the Henshaw marriage?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
Sketchorama. Humphrey Ker. Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Sketchorama

Series 1, Episode 2

Sketch comedian Humphrey Ker presents up-and-coming sketch groups from the live UK comedy circuit. Featuring The Noise Next Door, The Boom Jennies and Jigsaw.

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