Schedule Thursday 12th October 2017
Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 2 - OutThe Twirlywoos help a painter make an unusual work of art, and the Stop-Go Car has something surprising coming out of its boot!
Yes Minister
Series 1, Episode 4 - Big BrotherAs the new Government continues with long-brewing plans for a 'National Integrated Data Base' of the public's information, Jim sets out to ensure that the privacy of the individual is protected - and Sir Humphrey poses firm opposition to legislative changes!
Zig And Zag
Episode 19 - Let It GrowZig and Zag discover the joys of growing your own vegetables, but at the farmer's market they discover that bigger doesn't always mean better.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 31 - Hail HydrantDanger Mouse discovers he's lost out on the Agent Of The Month award to Jeopardy Mouse, and must travel to New York for a lesson and to take on the criminal organisation known as Hydrant.
My Teenage Diary
Episode 1 - Ian Rankin SpecialIan Rankin reads from his teenage diaries and talks to host Rufus Hound about life growing up as a wannabe writer and punk rocker in Fife in the 1970s.
To The Manor Born
Series 1, Episode 6Frustrated at constant comments about her pasty appearance, Audrey sets off on holiday - or at least sets about creating the appearance of one, whilst relaxing under a sun lamp in the Lodge!
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 3 - Stonehenge, EnglandCan the Go Jetters stop Glitch playing dominoes with the ancient stones of Stonehenge?
Goodnight Sweetheart
Series 5, Episode 10 - My Heart Belongs To DaddyWhen Gary's past catches up with his present, he wonders what, if anything, might lie in his and Phoebe's future.
Justin's House
Series 4, Episode 8 - Power Cut PartyWhen the power goes off in Justin's House, Justin and Robert must learn to work together to get the lights and TV working again in order to watch their favourite TV programmes.
The Goon Show
Series 5, Episode 10 - The Booted Gorilla (Found?)A trap must be laid on an African jungle safari, and Bluebottle gets a surprise.
My Hero
Series 3, Episode 4 - The Older ManIt's George's birthday and, at 327 years old, he's a mere spring chicken in Planet Ultron terms. But the lease on George's earthly body has run out and he's starting to look his real age rather rapidly.
Twirlywoos
Series 3, Episode 21 - More About SpinningThe Twirlywoos visit a school hall. They see a teacher pick up different coloured hoops and set them spinning, so they try to spin hoops themselves.
Sooty
Series 2, Episode 13 - Balancing ActWhen Richard claims to be an expert gymnast, Sooty and the gang insist he shows off his skills. But with a host of traps waiting for him at the gym, will he make it to the gymnastics show in one piece?
Bristow
Series 3, Episode 2 - The Good, the Bad and the TemporaryThere's a new girl in town, and Bristow knows his office isn't big enough for the two of them.
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 28th and 29th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
So Awkward
Series 3, Episode 4 - A Room Of Her OwnLily decides her bedroom is babyish and needs a makeover to reflect the fact she's now a sophisticated teen.
Open All Hours
Series 3, Episode 4 - How To Ignite Your Errand BoyArkwright's plan to make his own fire lighters has a snag, they may be somewhat dangerous to make...Oh well, Granville is not busy...
The Dog Ate My Homework
Series 4, Episode 4Iain Stirling is joined by child team captains Toby and Daisy and special guests Ben Shires, Suzi Ruffell, Stu Goldsmith and Bec Hill.
One Foot In The Grave
Series 6, Episode 6 - Things Aren't Simple Any MoreAfter Victor dies in a road accident, Margaret faces up to life without him and vows to take revenge on the hit-and-run driver responsible.
Goodnight Sweetheart
Series 5, Episode 10 - My Heart Belongs To DaddyWhen Gary's past catches up with his present, he wonders what, if anything, might lie in his and Phoebe's future.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 4, Episode 17 - Bad BoyThere's a new kid on the block and he's up to no good. At first Bitzer is charmed by the newcomer, but when he starts to get him into trouble, Shaun decides something must be done to teach him a lesson.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 1, Episode 4Hyacinth is at her wit's end, what with the charity shop, Councillor Nugent, Rose's love life - and Daddy's! Can she cope?
Shaun The Sheep
Series 4, Episode 18 - Remote ControlEveryone is getting ready to watch a football match on TV, when an out-of-control toy plane hits the TV aerial, ruining the picture.
The Goon Show
Series 5, Episode 10 - The Booted Gorilla (Found?)A trap must be laid on an African jungle safari, and Bluebottle gets a surprise.
Wussywat The Clumsy Cat
Episode 10 - SportyIt's Sports Day in the garden and Wussywat thinks he's no good at any sport.
Strange Hill High
Series 1, Episode 4 - SnoozicalBecky dreams of starring in the Strange Hill musical production of Scary Poppins, but regresses into fear-filled dreams after being informed she's a terrible singer. Can she defeat The Grackle?
Miss London Ltd.
Comedy about a struggling business providing female dates for gentleman soldiers on leave.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 12, Episode 4 - Walking Stiff Can Make You FamousAn unexpected encounter with a horse points Foggy in the direction of making his first million.
Porridge
Series 3, Episode 4 - Pardon MeBlanco's parole hearing is imminent and it looks like he will be successful, but he's not happy. Convicted of killing his wife, he's always denied he committed the crime. Why should he accept the parole board's decision that he's done his time and paid his penance when he's innocent?
Twirlywoos
Series 3, Episode 21 - More About SpinningThe Twirlywoos visit a school hall. They see a teacher pick up different coloured hoops and set them spinning, so they try to spin hoops themselves.
Brush Strokes
Series 4, Episode 5Jacko goes out wth Lucia and finds that she is not the shrinking violet that he thought she was. Lesley gets a job in a wine bar.
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.
The Dog Ate My Homework
Series 4, Episode 4Iain Stirling is joined by child team captains Toby and Daisy and special guests Ben Shires, Suzi Ruffell, Stu Goldsmith and Bec Hill.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 8, Episode 3 - The Maids Of OngarDorien's offer to invest in Sharon and Tracey's business is turned down.
The Good Life
Series 3, Episode 4 - I Talk To The TreesA fellow gardener inspires Tom and Barbara to conduct some unusual experiments in order to increase the yield of their produce.
Lady Godiva Rides Again
After being scouted for a beauty contest, small-town girl Marjorie quickly falls in over her head.
Goodnight Sweetheart
Series 5, Episode 10 - My Heart Belongs To DaddyWhen Gary's past catches up with his present, he wonders what, if anything, might lie in his and Phoebe's future.
Zig And Zag
Episode 3 - JobsworthZig and Zag discover the joys of 'buying stuff', but to buy stuff you need money, and to get money you need a job!
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 28th and 29th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
Boj
Episode 25 - Denzil's Lost TeddyDenzil has lost his treasured teddy bear, Snugsy. The Twitchlets have Snugsy, and they won't give him back! How can Boj get him back to Denzil and keep the Twitchlets happy?
So Awkward
Series 3, Episode 6 - Fly Me To The MoonThe girls create science projects for Experiment Friday. Jas transforms the art room into a spaceship to conduct an experiment into how teenage boys deal with being cooped up together on a long space voyage.
Bristow
Series 3, Episode 2 - The Good, the Bad and the TemporaryThere's a new girl in town, and Bristow knows his office isn't big enough for the two of them.
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 4 - Rainforests Of Sumatra, IndonesiaWhen Grandmaster Glitch invents the world's most pungent perfume, he finds he needs one more ingredient: the super stinky aroma of the titan arum, a huge flower that blooms once every few years in the rainforests of Sumatra.
So Awkward
Series 3, Episode 7 - Hormone HorrorMartha starts acting oddly, getting emotional and over-reacting to things. She's horrified to realise that her hormones are kicking in.
My Teenage Diary
Episode 1 - Ian Rankin SpecialIan Rankin reads from his teenage diaries and talks to host Rufus Hound about life growing up as a wannabe writer and punk rocker in Fife in the 1970s.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 1, Episode 4Hyacinth is at her wit's end, what with the charity shop, Councillor Nugent, Rose's love life - and Daddy's! Can she cope?
Brush Strokes
Series 4, Episode 5Jacko goes out wth Lucia and finds that she is not the shrinking violet that he thought she was. Lesley gets a job in a wine bar.
Scream Street
Series 1, Episode 33 - Gnome Sweet GnomeLuke and Resus find an old map of Scream Street and start putting together the pieces of a sinister 3D puzzle, which turns out to be a garden gnome - but an evil one that has a wicked agenda.
Porridge
Series 3, Episode 4 - Pardon MeBlanco's parole hearing is imminent and it looks like he will be successful, but he's not happy. Convicted of killing his wife, he's always denied he committed the crime. Why should he accept the parole board's decision that he's done his time and paid his penance when he's innocent?
Lemn Sissay's Origin Stories
Episode 1 - The Bed Under the StairsLemn discusses his experiences as a foster child and draws comparisons with Harry Potter.
Zig And Zag
Episode 14 - It's Sherlucky DayZig and Zag become detectives to solve the case of the missing invisible cat of Burb Street.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 12, Episode 4 - Walking Stiff Can Make You FamousAn unexpected encounter with a horse points Foggy in the direction of making his first million.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 9 - Welcome To Danger World!Danger Mouse must fight his own urge to be awesome to stop the world turning into a gigantic intergalactic tourist attraction.
The Good Life
Series 3, Episode 4 - I Talk To The TreesA fellow gardener inspires Tom and Barbara to conduct some unusual experiments in order to increase the yield of their produce.
Horrible Histories
Series 5, Episode 4We meet the rather eccentric Georgian philosopher Jeremy Bentham, super-rich Roman politician Crassus raps about his blinging lifestyle, some unusual soldiers are recruited into the Second World War, and Johannes Gutenberg goes head-to-head with some monks on The Historical Apprentice.
As Time Goes By
Series 4, Episode 4 - The AffairPenny arrives in London unannounced, convinced that Stephen is having an affair and seeking a place to stay. Lionel's love scene deadline is pressing, which makes for a long and busy day.
Dad's Army
Series 4, Episode 10 - The TestHodges challenges the Home Guard to a game of cricket, but what Mainwaring does not know is that Hodges is getting a professional to play for the ARP. Of course, Hodges might not need his star ringer if Mainwaring's poor skills are anything to go by.
The Goon Show
Series 5, Episode 10 - The Booted Gorilla (Found?)A trap must be laid on an African jungle safari, and Bluebottle gets a surprise.
Still Open All Hours
Series 1, Episode 2Granville is determined to improve Gastric's image in order to matchmake him with Madge. Meanwhile, Old Mr Bentinck never goes into the shop, so Granville finds a way to tempt him in to spend.
Duck Quacks Don't Echo
Series 6, Episode 7Comedian Rob Beckett, Only Connect host Victoria Coren Mitchell and singer Melanie C team up with Lee Mack on the panel show that sets facts straight. Things get wacky as they question whether winning makes people more likely to cheat and if sound can change how something tastes. They also test whether a woman is more likely to agree to a date if she's just listened to a love song.
David Jason: My Life On Screen
Episode 2Episode 2 charts Sir David's transition from comedy sidekick to major TV star and follows his attempts to make the breakthrough as a leading man on sitcoms.
So Awkward
Series 3, Episode 7 - Hormone HorrorMartha starts acting oddly, getting emotional and over-reacting to things. She's horrified to realise that her hormones are kicking in.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 13 (Channel 4: Series 14), Episode 3In this show, captain Jon Richardson and Jason Manford take on guest captain Alan Carr and Katherine Ryan. Ivan Brackenbury joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Rachel Riley takes care of the letters and numbers.
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 6, Episode 5The results of the local political elections are analysed, and some asparagus predicts the future. The Mystery Guest gets Russell to use a skipping rope. The Good News Extra comic is Paul Foot, who talks a lot about Shire Horses.
John Bishop In Conversation With...
Series 3, Episode 5 - Melanie CMel discusses her early ambition to succeed as a performer, the global success of the Spice Girls and the effects that the media scrutiny had on her at the time. She speaks passionately with John on how the group managed their phenomenal yet demanding career, and her pride at their contribution to the UK music industry. Mel discusses her relationship with her daughter and speaks openly about living with depression and her unyielding passion for performing on stage.
Red Dwarf
Series XII, Episode 1 - CuredIn the opening episode the Dwarfers search for some tech to fix Starbug's faulty steering. They come across a Scientific Research Centre where several figures from history are recreated in the present and 'cured' of evil. Or are they?
GameFace
Series 1, Episode 1 - Hero, Warrior, Fireman, LiarA boozy night has some disastrous consequences for Marcella - including a ruined children's party, a lot of missed calls from her ex-boyfriend and an unwanted house-guest.
A League Of Their Own
Series 12, Episode 5The last few week's challenges have been vertigo-inducing stuff. Who will have the nerve to join James Corden and the boys next? Step up Piers Morgan, Paul Merson and Roisin Conaty - each ready to take on the hit show's chucklesome challenges, scary stunts and tricky trivia.
Little Britain
Series 3, Episode 4Emily 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.
GameFace
Series 1, Episode 2 - WildMarcella's ex-boyfriend, Simon, re-enters her life with some startling news and further surprises arrive in the shape of his new wife, Tania.
Zapped
Series 2, Episode 1 - The TrialTrapped in a parallel universe, office temp Brian Weaver has been locked up and charged with triggering the Snail Wars.
Open All Hours
Series 3, Episode 5 - "The Man From Down Under"When one of Nurse Gladys Emmanuel's admirers returns from Australia, Arkwright proffers a real Yorkshire welcome...
Live At The Apollo
Series 7, Episode 5 - Rich Hall, Andrew Maxwell, Mark WatsonRich Hall hosts with special guests Andrew Maxwell and Mark Watson.
Urban Myths: Bob Dylan: Knockin' On Dave's Door
A one-off comedy drama about Bob Dylan meeting a plumber in north London.
My Teenage Diary
Episode 1 - Ian Rankin SpecialIan Rankin reads from his teenage diaries and talks to host Rufus Hound about life growing up as a wannabe writer and punk rocker in Fife in the 1970s.
Celebrity Juice
Series 18, Episode 5Joining team captains Fearne Cotton and Gino D'Acampo are US chat show legend Ricki Lake, hunky actor Jesse Metcalfe, top sports presenter Ore Oduba, and showbiz couple Rochelle and Marvin Humes.
The Russell Howard Hour
Series 1, Episode 4Join Russell for his take on current affairs as he mocks the madness of the news and talks with Richard Branson. Stand-up from Phil Ellis.
Red Dwarf
Series V, Episode 1 - HoloshipRimmer is sent from Red Dwarf to Holoship "Enlightenment" which has the highest of the high working there. Everything he ever wanted seems to be on board this ship, but unfortunately the path of success never did run smooth for Rimmer!
Newsjack
Series 17, Episode 5Daniel Barker, Emma Sidi and Joe Barnes are the cast performing the Great British Public's sketches this week.
Steptoe And Son
Series 6, Episode 2 - Come DancingAlbert 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.
Fonejacker
Series 1, Episode 2Irish Mike represents more inappropriately named companies and the Chinese Gang enquire about bringing a film crew into the cinema to film the film.
Still Open All Hours
Series 1, Episode 2Granville is determined to improve Gastric's image in order to matchmake him with Madge. Meanwhile, Old Mr Bentinck never goes into the shop, so Granville finds a way to tempt him in to spend.
A League Of Their Own
Series 8, Episode 4Russell Howard, Una Foden and Kevin Keegan join the regulars.
Eat Your Heart Out With Nick Helm
Episode 15 - BoroughIt's moving day for Nick Helm and he's ready for the next chapter in his life as he spends the day in Borough Market near his new flat.
Liam Williams - Ladhood
Series 2, Episode 2Liam searches for hedonism, while torn between the laddish drinking societies and the artsy intelligentsia of Cambridge University.
Stand Up Central
Series 1, Episode 3Russell talks about kids of yesteryear, happiness, and answers a question on time-travelling masturbation. His guests are Joe Wilkinson and Sofie Hagen.
Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em
Series 2, Episode 4 - Frank And MarvinFrank is trying to make a success of his ventriloquist act, while Betty has some important news confirmed.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 8, Episode 3 - The Maids Of OngarDorien's offer to invest in Sharon and Tracey's business is turned down.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 5 (Channel 4: Series 6), Episode 4Jon Richardson and Johnny Vegas take on Sean Lock and Romesh Ranganathan. Josie Long joins resident lexicographer Susie Dent.
Eat Your Heart Out With Nick Helm
Episode 16 - Final FeastIt's the end of the series and Nick has a house warming party to celebrate. He's cooking a meat feast inspired by the food he has eaten across the series.
Small Scenes
Series 1, Episode 2Featuring a pair of long-lost brothers meeting for the first time, a moth that runs amok on a submarine and the world's most literal voiceover artist.
Blackadder
The Black Adder, Episode 4 - The Queen Of Spain's BeardIn need of more land and alliances across Europe, the King arranges a speedy marriage between the Spanish Infanta, Maria, and Edmund. However, whilst she appears besotted with her betrothed, the Duke of Edinburgh is horrified and resolves to get out of the ceremony any way he can.
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 6, Episode 3Clips include a mayor who has banned residents from dying; a man who can't stop laughing after an operation; and some naughty placards at the London Marathon. The Mystery Guest is a canine Crufts winner. The Good News Extra comic is Dana Alexander.
Duck Quacks Don't Echo
Series 6, Episode 7Comedian Rob Beckett, Only Connect host Victoria Coren Mitchell and singer Melanie C team up with Lee Mack on the panel show that sets facts straight. Things get wacky as they question whether winning makes people more likely to cheat and if sound can change how something tastes. They also test whether a woman is more likely to agree to a date if she's just listened to a love song.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 9, Episode 1This week the guests joining Lee Mack and David Mitchell are Danny Dyer, Jon Richardson, Joe Lycett and Moira Stuart.
Live At The Apollo
Series 7, Episode 5 - Rich Hall, Andrew Maxwell, Mark WatsonRich Hall hosts with special guests Andrew Maxwell and Mark Watson.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 12, Episode 10Team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson thrash out the hot stories of the week, from the silly to the serious, and are joined by comedian Jack Dee, singer Stacey Solomon, comedian David O'Doherty and musician Alex James.
Mock The Week
Series 12, Episode 11Dara O Briain and the team look back over another week's events with guests Milton Jones, Miles Jupp and Josh Widdicombe.
A League Of Their Own
Series 12, Episode 5The last few week's challenges have been vertigo-inducing stuff. Who will have the nerve to join James Corden and the boys next? Step up Piers Morgan, Paul Merson and Roisin Conaty - each ready to take on the hit show's chucklesome challenges, scary stunts and tricky trivia.
A League Of Their Own
Series 9, Episode 6Presenter 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.
GameFace
Series 1, Episode 1 - Hero, Warrior, Fireman, LiarA boozy night has some disastrous consequences for Marcella - including a ruined children's party, a lot of missed calls from her ex-boyfriend and an unwanted house-guest.
Big School
Series 1, Episode 5Miss Postern has put herself down for an Ironman competition, but realises too late what is involved. Her attempts to train, assisted by Mr Gunn, only serve to raise Mr Church's jealousy to new heights.
GameFace
Series 1, Episode 2 - WildMarcella's ex-boyfriend, Simon, re-enters her life with some startling news and further surprises arrive in the shape of his new wife, Tania.
No Place Like Home
A selection of episodes from the third series.
The Russell Howard Hour
Series 1, Episode 4Join Russell for his take on current affairs as he mocks the madness of the news and talks with Richard Branson. Stand-up from Phil Ellis.
Comedy Store
Mickey is stressed with life in the middle class and the amount of ketchup given in restaurants! Learn of his days as an international lover, dreams of being a van driver and more at the Comedy Store!
Big School
Series 1, Episode 6Miss Postern has arranged a trip to France, and Mr Church is desperate to join her as a supporting member of staff. Having bargained his way onto the trip, events in Dieppe do not turn out quite as planned.
Red Dwarf
Series XII, Episode 1 - CuredIn the opening episode the Dwarfers search for some tech to fix Starbug's faulty steering. They come across a Scientific Research Centre where several figures from history are recreated in the present and 'cured' of evil. Or are they?
Blackadder
The Black Adder, Episode 4 - The Queen Of Spain's BeardIn need of more land and alliances across Europe, the King arranges a speedy marriage between the Spanish Infanta, Maria, and Edmund. However, whilst she appears besotted with her betrothed, the Duke of Edinburgh is horrified and resolves to get out of the ceremony any way he can.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 1 (Channel 4: Series 2), Episode 3This week, Jimmy, Sean and Jon are joined by celebrity guests Sarah Millican and Humphrey Ker. Countdown regular Susie Dent is in with Rich Hall, while the country's favourite boffin, Rachel Riley, provides the letters and numbers with a little help from comedian Joe Wilkinson.
Harry Hill's TV Burp
Series 9, Episode 2This week's episode featured Simon the tree on Autumnwatch, the prize on The Gadget Show and the introduction of the Knitted Character competition. Where has the Knitted Character been this week?
Harry Hill's TV Burp
Series 10, Episode 13This week's episode featured the residents of Whiteley retirement village in Hawaii Five-0, Harry holding a Lemur's hand and a music video set in a car park.
Harry Hill's TV Burp
Series 9, Episode 3This week's episode featured Mr Blobby, a night light that can also be used as a weapon on BBC Two's Design For Life and a mummified rat on Grimefighters.
Harry Hill's TV Burp
Series 10, Episode 14This week's episode featured Harry admitting to weeing in the pool at Centre Parcs, a chicken thrown into Shirley's kitchen on EastEnders and Heston making a "shepherd's pie on steroids".
Meet Ricky Gervais
Off-beat chat show hosted by Ricky Gervais before he was famous. Showing a total lack of both fear and tact, Ricky asks the questions no one else will.
Back
Series 1, Episode 5With the fire insurance policy out of date, Andrew buys Cass's shares so he can renovate the pub.
Back
Series 1, Episode 6Andrew has transformed the John Barleycorn. Stephen is feeling depressed and defeated. Laurie's birthday memorial is fast approaching and Stephen needs some help writing a speech to better what will surely be Andrew's amazing oratory.
Meet Ricky Gervais
Off-beat chat show hosted by Ricky Gervais before he was famous. Showing a total lack of both fear and tact, Ricky asks the questions no one else will.
Bristow
Series 3, Episode 2 - The Good, the Bad and the TemporaryThere's a new girl in town, and Bristow knows his office isn't big enough for the two of them.
Tell Me Another
Series 1, Episode 2True stories about colleagues, past and present, from the world of showbusiness. This week starring: Michael Bentine, Bernard Cribbins, Jim Dale, Diana Dors, Jimmy Jewel, Bill Maynard, Norman Vaughan.
My Teenage Diary
Episode 1 - Ian Rankin SpecialIan Rankin reads from his teenage diaries and talks to host Rufus Hound about life growing up as a wannabe writer and punk rocker in Fife in the 1970s.