British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Tuesday 31st October 2017

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:35am (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 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
One Foot In The Grave. Image shows from L to R: Victor Meldrew (Richard Wilson), Margaret Meldrew (Annette Crosbie). Copyright: BBC

One Foot In The Grave

Episode 4 - The Beast In The Cage

Episode adapted from TV. Victor suffers a bank holiday traffic nightmare stuck in a jam - and so do Margaret and Jean!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:10am (repeat)
Scream Street. Copyright: Coolabi / Factory Transmedia

Scream Street

Series 1, Episode 45 - The Plague

To avoid failing a test Cleo unleashes plagues over Scream Street, not realising how bad they would be - she is now desperate to stop them! Can she enlist the help of Luke and Resus before they ruin the entire town?

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?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:30am (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 3 - The Skeleton In The Cupboard

The Minister is dismayed when he is instructed that he must discipline the most efficient borough council in the country for having failed to return a few statistical surveys to Whitehall. A visit to Scotland's past offers up the perfect opportunity to reach a compromise.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Ed Reardon's Week. Ed Reardon (Christopher Douglas). Copyright: BBC

Ed Reardon's Week

Series 12, Episode 1 - The Writer In The Van

Maggie gets Ed a writing gig on Your Motorhome Magazine. This turn of events not only furnishes him with a small but steady income, but also a new home with floral upholstery, carpet on the ceiling and the advantage of letting him and his companion Elgar celebrate the freedom of the open road.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:45am (repeat)
Diddy TV. Copyright: BBC

Diddy TV

Series 1, Episode 1 - Misty

Diddy Dick and Dom launch their own television channel. The programmes include Diddy Doctor Who, The Belch and top-rated game show Bees or No Bees.

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

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 16 - Mount Etna, Italy

Grandmaster Glitch makes popcorn in Mount Etna, blocking the volcano and endangering the farms on its slopes.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
Listen To Les

Listen To Les

Cissie Braithwaite instructs Ada Shufflebotham on the ballet.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:10am (repeat)
One Foot In The Grave. Image shows from L to R: Margaret Meldrew (Annette Crosbie), Victor Meldrew (Richard Wilson). Copyright: BBC

One Foot In The Grave

Series 3, Episode 5 - Beware The Trickster On The Roof

Victor and Margaret battle to rid their home of an evil curse. Victor's neighbours put their house up for sale - but there are very few takers. Victor becomes convinced that a TV aerial is laughing at him.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:25am (repeat)
Justin's House. Image shows from L to R: Justin (Justin Fletcher), Little Monster, Robert the Robert (Steven Kynman). Copyright: BBC

Justin's House

Series 1, Episode 2 - Housewarming

Now he is comfortable in his new house, Justin wants to have a housewarming party. In order to help, Robert the robot has turned the heating up to full, while Justin has forgotten to invite the guests and Little Monster is in a very cheeky mood. Will the party be ruined?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
The Men From The Ministry. Copyright: BBC

The Men From The Ministry

How Now Brown Cow: The bumbling duo spark a right royal mix-up when they act on the hoof.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:50am (repeat)
Ever Decreasing Circles. Image shows from L to R: Ann Bryce (Penelope Wilton), Martin Bryce (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Ever Decreasing Circles

Series 1, Episode 2

When Martin is ousted by Paul as Chairman of almost all of his committees, Ann is hopeful of a renewed social life. Unfortunately her optimism is somewhat misplaced...

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am
45 min version (repeat)
The News Quiz. Andy Zaltzman

The News Quiz

Series 94, Episode 8

Miles Jupp is joined by Simon Evans, Angela Barnes, Hugo Rifkind and Zoe Lyons for a satirical review of the week's news.

CITV 9:25am (repeat)
Sooty. Richard (Richard Cadell). Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 16 - The Haunted House

Sooty bets Richard and Sweep that they can't spend the night in a haunted house. But in a bedroom full of creaking armour, hairy spiders and spooky paintings, will they be brave enough to stay?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:30am (repeat)
Sorry!. Timothy Lumsden (Ronnie Corbett). Copyright: BBC

Sorry!

Series 1, Episode 2 - Buttons

Tim's stuck playing the rear end of a pantomime horse, whilst his friend, director Zac, asks him to entertain one of his girlfriends, Vanessa, for the evening.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 9 - This Way, That Way

The Twirlywoos are chased this way and that way when they encounter a dog in a park. When the Tea Machine starts acting strangely Toodloo has to run back and forth across the Boat to keep up.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:45am (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Paperback Hell

Episode 3, Shopping for Mr Wrong: Tale of a singleton who wants to be swept off her feet.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:10am (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 fourth and fifth series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:20am (repeat)
Millie Inbetween. Millie (Millie Innes). Copyright: The Foundation

Millie Inbetween

Series 1, Episode 5 - Trick Or Treat

It's Halloween, and Amber brings her kids, Fran and Jake, over to Dad's to meet the girls. Things are more frosty than spooky, especially when Jake destroys Millie's special costume. Over at Mum's house, Mum thinks Craig's zombie make-up is a little too realistic, but he's a big hit with the local trick or treaters when he answers the door.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:50am (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 12pm (repeat)
Listen To Les

Listen To Les

Cissie Braithwaite instructs Ada Shufflebotham on the ballet.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:10pm (repeat)
One Foot In The Grave. Image shows from L to R: Margaret Meldrew (Annette Crosbie), Victor Meldrew (Richard Wilson). Copyright: BBC

One Foot In The Grave

Series 3, Episode 5 - Beware The Trickster On The Roof

Victor and Margaret battle to rid their home of an evil curse. Victor's neighbours put their house up for sale - but there are very few takers. Victor becomes convinced that a TV aerial is laughing at him.

Talking Pictures TV 12:15pm (repeat)
Mother Riley Meets The Vampire. Image shows left to right: Old Mother Riley (Arthur Lucan), Vampire (Bela Lugosi)

Mother Riley Meets The Vampire

A repeat of this 1952 film.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
The Men From The Ministry. Copyright: BBC

The Men From The Ministry

How Now Brown Cow: The bumbling duo spark a right royal mix-up when they act on the hoof.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:50pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 3, Episode 1 - Early Retirement

For some, early retirement can be a blessing. For Richard this particular blessing comes very heavily disguised indeed.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 12:55pm (repeat)
Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Episode 52 - Torch

It is autumn in the garden and Wussywat has found a torch.

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 14, Episode 1 - By The Magnificent Thighs Of Ernie Burniston

Compo is coming to terms with being less agile than he used to be - until he sees old Ernie cycling past.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:15pm (repeat)
Class Dismissed. Copyright: BBC

Class Dismissed

Series 1, Episode 2 - Wednesday

Tahj struggles in his french lesson and 8B are subjected to Mr Christopher's musical skills.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:30pm (repeat)
Ever Decreasing Circles. Image shows from L to R: Ann Bryce (Penelope Wilton), Martin Bryce (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Ever Decreasing Circles

Series 1, Episode 2

When Martin is ousted by Paul as Chairman of almost all of his committees, Ann is hopeful of a renewed social life. Unfortunately her optimism is somewhat misplaced...

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:35pm (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 9 - This Way, That Way

The Twirlywoos are chased this way and that way when they encounter a dog in a park. When the Tea Machine starts acting strangely Toodloo has to run back and forth across the Boat to keep up.

U&Drama channel logo 1:40pm (repeat)
A Fine Romance. Image shows from L to R: Laura Dalton (Judi Dench), Mike Selway (Michael Williams). Copyright: London Weekend Television

A Fine Romance

Gentle sitcom about the begrudging and at times difficult romance between two individuals; a translator and a gardener.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:50pm (repeat)
The Dog Ate My Homework. Iain Stirling. Copyright: BBC

The Dog Ate My Homework

Series 4, Episode 10

Iain Stirling is joined by child team captains Asante and George and special guests Chris Johnson, Dominique Moore, Tom Allen and Luke Kempner.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:05pm (repeat)
The Brittas Empire. Gordon Brittas (Chris Barrie). Copyright: BBC

The Brittas Empire

Series 3, Episode 2 - That Creeping Feeling

The staff stop talking to Gordon after he devises detailed personal fitness programmes for all of them.

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 1, Episode 5 - Cheat

Tracey's frustrations get worse when her GP refuses her anti depressants. Dorien takes a shine to Tracey's accountant while Sharon starts selling dodgy Rolling Stones merchandise. When a fraud officer questions her, Sharon recognises her as a customer who did a runner at a Chinese restaurant.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:40pm (repeat)
The Good Life. Image shows from L to R: Margo Leadbetter (Penelope Keith), Tom Good (Richard Briers), Jerry Leadbetter (Paul Eddington), Barbara Good (Felicity Kendal). Copyright: BBC

The Good Life

Series 1, Episode 3 - The Weaker Sex?

The stress of 'a 36 hour day' starts to take its toll on Barbara after she is left to restore an old range to its former glory. The Goods also celebrate the first signs of life in their vegetable patch and viciously defend it from the birds.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:50pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 1, Episode 20 - Things That Go Bump

Strange noises are scaring the flock, Shaun goes to investigate...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:25pm (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 2 - A Matress On Wheels

Arkwright's always been dead against getting a van, until Granville points out the advantages of taking a lady friend for a drive.

U&Yesterday channel logo 4pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 1, Episode 3 - A Night In

Godber moves into the bottom bunk in Fletcher's cell. Unable to sleep, the two spend the night discussing their hopes, fears, and the lives they left outside.

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 fourth and fifth series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 16 - Gua Rusa, Borneo

When Grandmaster Glitch discovers his Halloween pumpkin isn't as big as the Grimbots' one, he goes in search of some fertilizer to help it grow.

CITV 4pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 1 - Home Movie

Bean attempts to make his own home movie - a horror thriller with Mrs Wicket as the star!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Mathew Baynton, Jim Howick, Ben Willbond, Simon Farnaby, Martha Howe-Douglas. Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 4, Highlights Special - Scary Special

Horrible Histories favourite Death of 'Stupid Death' fame presents his very own show full of spooky highlights.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4pm (repeat)
Joe Lycett

It's Not What You Know

Series 2, Episode 5

With writer and satirist Francis Wheen, Newsnight presenter Kirsty Wark; and comedian Andrew Maxwell.

U&Yesterday channel logo 4:40pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Lord Smedley / The Scarlet Pimpernel (Nigel Planer). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Black Adder The Third, Episode 3 - Nob And Nobility

The Scarlet Pimpernel is at the height of his activities sneaking aristocrats out of revolutionary France, and Blackadder is not too pleased at the sudden overrunning of London with the objectionable garlic-munchers. He decides to prove the Pimpernel's actions as overrated by rescuing an aristo himself - or not...

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
One Foot In The Grave. Image shows from L to R: Victor Meldrew (Richard Wilson), Margaret Meldrew (Annette Crosbie). Copyright: BBC

One Foot In The Grave

Episode 4 - The Beast In The Cage

Episode adapted from TV. Victor suffers a bank holiday traffic nightmare stuck in a jam - and so do Margaret and Jean!

U&Yesterday channel logo 5:20pm (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 1 - Strangers On A Train

When Bob spends a weekend in London after leaving the Army, he is ill-prepared for the events of the homeward journey. Not only does he have an unexpected reunion on the train but he is also in danger of not getting home at all - and Thelma is not happy to see the stranger who awaits her at the train station.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Ed Reardon's Week. Ed Reardon (Christopher Douglas). Copyright: BBC

Ed Reardon's Week

Series 12, Episode 1 - The Writer In The Van

Maggie gets Ed a writing gig on Your Motorhome Magazine. This turn of events not only furnishes him with a small but steady income, but also a new home with floral upholstery, carpet on the ceiling and the advantage of letting him and his companion Elgar celebrate the freedom of the open road.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:35pm (repeat)
Gigglebiz. Justin Fletcher. Copyright: BBC

Gigglebiz

Series 4, Episode 7

Professor Muddles creates a machine to make himself young again, while sports reporter Keith Fitt attempts to break another world record.

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (repeat)
A Fine Romance. Image shows from L to R: Laura Dalton (Judi Dench), Mike Selway (Michael Williams). Copyright: London Weekend Television

A Fine Romance

Gentle sitcom about the begrudging and at times difficult romance between two individuals; a translator and a gardener.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 3, Episode 1 - Early Retirement

For some, early retirement can be a blessing. For Richard this particular blessing comes very heavily disguised indeed.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 1, Episode 12 - Little Sheep Of Horrors

Little lambs shouldn't watch scary movies, as Timmy finds out at his cost.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:10pm
15 min
Scream Street. Copyright: Coolabi / Factory Transmedia

Scream Street

Series 1, Episode 47 - Grampy Vampy

When Resus' grandfather, Grampy Vampy, gets locked in Dr Skully's confiscation cupboard, Luella uses a portal spell to get him back. But he's not the only thing that comes through the portal.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:25pm
10 min
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 23 - The Scare Mouse Project

Colonel K spins a terrifying tale about the Headless Postman - an ancient and alarmingly scary apparition.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Ed Reardon's Week. Ed Reardon (Christopher Douglas). Copyright: BBC

Ed Reardon's Week

Series 12, Episode 2 - Diabetes Day

Ed's trip to the hospital for his annual health check gives him inspiration for his Your Motorhome column.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 6:30pm (repeat)
Radio

That Reminds Me

Series 3, Episode 3 - Sheila Steafel

Factually comedic series in which celebrities - mostly comics - share tales and reminisce.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:35pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 23 - Frankensquawk's Monster

When Professor Squawkencluck's mum comes to visit a gigantic enraged rubbish monster is not far behind.

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 14, Episode 1 - By The Magnificent Thighs Of Ernie Burniston

Compo is coming to terms with being less agile than he used to be - until he sees old Ernie cycling past.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:40pm (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 1, Episode 2 - A Matress On Wheels

Arkwright's always been dead against getting a van, until Granville points out the advantages of taking a lady friend for a drive.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:50pm
10 min
Scream Street. Copyright: Coolabi / Factory Transmedia

Scream Street

Series 1, Episode 48 - Resus Goes Viral

Resus uses a virus to rid his friends of their monster abilities so he can win sports day for once, but the virus has terrible consequences! Can Resus save the town before there are no monsters left in Scream Street?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
Listen To Les

Listen To Les

Cissie Braithwaite instructs Ada Shufflebotham on the ballet.

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 7 - Showered With Gifts

On their first return to Hampshire since seeing off 'the gang', Jean and Lionel are slightly alarmed to be met by what appears to be half of the village. Alistair, meanwhile, has an idea for how to use the house when they're not staying.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20pm (repeat)
The Good Life. Image shows from L to R: Margo Leadbetter (Penelope Keith), Tom Good (Richard Briers), Jerry Leadbetter (Paul Eddington), Barbara Good (Felicity Kendal). Copyright: BBC

The Good Life

Series 1, Episode 3 - The Weaker Sex?

The stress of 'a 36 hour day' starts to take its toll on Barbara after she is left to restore an old range to its former glory. The Goods also celebrate the first signs of life in their vegetable patch and viciously defend it from the birds.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
The Men From The Ministry. Copyright: BBC

The Men From The Ministry

How Now Brown Cow: The bumbling duo spark a right royal mix-up when they act on the hoof.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (repeat)
Boomers. Maureen (Stephanie Beacham). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Boomers

Series 2, Episode 1 - Camping

Celebrating Trevor's birthday and anniversary on a campsite, Joyce, Maureen and Carol strike up an interesting new friendship with a strapping young Nordic man.

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

QI

Series L, Episode 15 - Long Lost

With Jimmy Carr, Claudia O'Doherty and Suggs.

CITV 8:25pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 1 - Home Movie

Bean attempts to make his own home movie - a horror thriller with Mrs Wicket as the star!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (repeat)
Boomers. Image shows from L to R: Matt (Lee Boardman), Seb (Rhashan Stone). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Boomers

Series 2, Episode 2 - Matt & Seb

New couple Matt and Seb are having a housewarming party. John's keeping a low profile as he thinks he's catnip to gay men and Trevor's got performance anxiety as his and Carol's period of sexual lent draws to a close.

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 16, Episode 9

Jack Dee, Claudia Winkleman, Josh Widdicombe and Trevor Noah are the guests booked this week.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 9pm (repeat)
Benidorm. Sir Henry (Michael Fenton Stevens). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Benidorm

Series 8, Episode 7

The Pride of Benidorm Awards are at the Solana and sleazy compère, Sammy Valentino, is causing trouble. Jodi's acting career gets a boost and Blow & Go are awaiting a mystery new stylist. Crystal brings the house down with a special performance.

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, Highlights Special - Big News

Russell Howard turns his eye back to some of the biggest and best news stories covered in the past six series of Good News, plus some choice out-takes from the show.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm
7 min
Twin Thing. Kehinde (Andi Osho). Copyright: Merman

Twin Thing

A comedy horror short for Halloween, from Andi Osho.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Ed Byrne, Gina Yashere, Adam Hills. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 5, Episode 5 - Ed Byrne, Adam Hills and Gina Yashere

Stand-up comedy from the Hammersmith Apollo. Irish gem Ed Byrne hosts in front of a 3,500-strong audience, with guest appearances from Adam Hills and London's own Gina Yashere.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 9:10pm
7 min
It Should Have Been Me. Image shows from L to R: Kelly (Jessica Knappett), Caroline (Jessica Regan). Copyright: Merman

It Should Have Been Me

Comedy about sinister goings on that affect a bride preparing for her big day.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

1996 Specials, Easter Special - The Easter Bunny

Easter is approaching, and whilst the village is struggling to make good on its Lenten fasts, old Mrs Cropley is taken ill. The prognosis is bleak, and she asks the Vicar one final favour before passing into the hereafter...

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 9:20pm
9 min
A Deal. Image shows from L to R: Tom (Jaz Deol), Lucy (Sheila Reid), Jen (Mandeep Dhillon). Copyright: Merman

A Deal

Psychological comedy horror about the temptation of £4 million.

U&Yesterday channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 1, Episode 4 - A Day Out

Fletcher and Godber join MacKay and Barrowclough's work party, digging drainage ditches for the council. When MacKay calls into the village, the party take advantage of Barrowclough's easygoing nature, but get more than they bargained for after taking shelter from the elements in a church.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
60 min
Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish. Dave Gorman. Copyright: Liberty Bell

Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish

Series 5, Episode 1 - Like Top Gun All Over Again

In the first episode, Dave explores whether a knock-off can ever be as good as the real thing. For Dave, this involves examining DVDs, baking and his favourite band, Bucks Fizz...

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Ed Reardon's Week. Ed Reardon (Christopher Douglas). Copyright: BBC

Ed Reardon's Week

Series 12, Episode 1 - The Writer In The Van

Maggie gets Ed a writing gig on Your Motorhome Magazine. This turn of events not only furnishes him with a small but steady income, but also a new home with floral upholstery, carpet on the ceiling and the advantage of letting him and his companion Elgar celebrate the freedom of the open road.

U&W channel logo 10:20pm (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Edina (Jennifer Saunders), Saffron (Julia Sawalha). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 1, Episode 3 - France

Edina and Patsy are off for a jaunt in France. Arriving at the wrong place, they struggle to find food until Saffron and Bubble arrive. After drinking liberally and actually enjoying a game of ping-pong, they are given an urgent message by Bubble.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20pm (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC / BocPix

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Series 3, Episode 3 - Mammy's Break

It's Agnes Brown's anniversary and she's in a great mood. However, she would be in an even better mood if she could just find someone to look after Grandad for a couple of weeks while she treats herself to a holiday.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
In And Out Of The Kitchen. Damien Trench (Miles Jupp). Copyright: BBC

In And Out Of The Kitchen

Series 2, Episode 2 - Valentine's Day

Anthony bans Damien from the kitchen so he can cook a surprise Valentine's Day meal. But Mr Mullaney has to step in when Damien cannot stop his curiosity getting the better of him.

U&Yesterday channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Mr. Edmund Blackadder, Esquire (Rowan Atkinson). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Black Adder The Third, Episode 4 - Sense And Senility

As the British anarchist movement grows in number, the Prince becomes more wary of threats upon his life. He is also increasingly interested in the theatre, and seeks acting tuition from two leading thespians.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:40pm
Prevenge. Ruth (Alice Lowe)

Prevenge

Post-feminist revenge movie directed by and starring Alice Lowe as a pregnant woman on a killing spree.

BBC One Wales. Copyright: BBC 10:45pm (repeat)
James And Jupp. Image shows from L to R: Elis James, Miles Jupp. Copyright: Small and Clever

James And Jupp

Episode 2

Elis and Miles plan to climb Snowdon, but first Elis has a treat for Miles.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
Stag. Image shows from L to R: Johnners (Stephen Campbell Moore), Ledge (JJ Feild), Ian (Jim Howick), The Mexican (Amit Shah). Copyright: BBC / Idiotlamp

Stag

Episode 3

The remaining members of the group pull together in an attempt to uncover the identity of their killer - and survive the stag weekend from hell.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 11pm (repeat)
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 11pm (repeat)
Taskmaster. Mark Watson. Copyright: Avalon Television

Taskmaster

Series 5, Episode 7 - Boing Boing

It's the semi-final and time is running out to claim the points needed to become the Taskmaster Series Champion. In this episode, Greg Davies and Alex Horne set the contestants a series of cruel conundrums: should Nish Kumar use the coconut harness? What should Sally Phillips do with a slice of bread when blindfolded? And who should they vote for in yet another referendum?

Radio 4 11pm
30 min
Fred MacAulay

...At The Stand

Fred At The Stand, Episode 3

Fred MacAulay is joined by Zoe Lyons, Wayne Mazadza, Rosie Jones and Mark Nelson.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Revolting People. Copyright: BBC

Revolting People

Series 4, Episode 2 - McGurk Runs The Shop

Samuel goes in search of his cousin. McGurk takes over Samuel's shop and introduces a special offer on coffins.

U&Yesterday channel logo 11:20pm (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 2 - Home Is The Hero

Terry's homecoming is greeted with a certain lack of enthusiasm and it's down to Bob to provide him with a bed. Thelma is suffering from shock and Bob attempts to ease her fears but letting your new home be used as temporary accommodation by your best mate is not going to help - if she finds out!

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

Birds Of A Feather

Series 1, Episode 5 - Cheat

Tracey's frustrations get worse when her GP refuses her anti depressants. Dorien takes a shine to Tracey's accountant while Sharon starts selling dodgy Rolling Stones merchandise. When a fraud officer questions her, Sharon recognises her as a customer who did a runner at a Chinese restaurant.

Comedy Central 11:30pm (repeat)
Bad Education. Image shows left to right: Joe (Ethan Lawrence), Rem Dogg (Jack Binstead), Mitchell (Charlie Wernham), Alfie (Jack Whitehall), Stephen Carmichael (Layton Williams), Chantelle (Nikki Runeckles), Jing (Kae Alexander). Credit: Tiger Aspect Productions

Bad Education

Series 1, Episode 6 - Politics

Fraser's on professional suspension after an unfortunate incident involving a projector. With the school elections due to take place, Pickwell's determined that to show the governors that she can run something successfully, and Alfie's keen to show Miss Gulliver he can take politics seriously.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Vent. Ben (Neil Pearson). Copyright: BBC

Vent

Series 3, Episode 2 - Loneliness Is A Crowded Head

Ben's life is full of well-meaning people trying to do everything for him. Everything, that is, except leave him alone. He begins to wonder if Robinson Crusoe might have been on to a good thing.

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

Russell Howard's Good News

Topical stand-up comedy and chat show hosted by Russell Howard.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight (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 7, Episode 2

Rob Brydon, Lee Mack and David Mitchell are joined by Charles Dance, Stephen Mangan, Isy Suttie and Gok Wan.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky Midnight (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: Andrew Flintoff, Jack Whitehall, Alesha Dixon, James Corden, Jimmy Carr, John McEnroe, Jamie Redknapp. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 11, Episode 2

James Corden, Freddie Flintoff and Jamie Redknapp are joined by John McEnroe, Jimmy Carr and Alesha Dixon in the sports-based quiz show.

U&W channel logo 12:20am (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Edina (Jennifer Saunders), Saffron (Julia Sawalha). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 1, Episode 3 - France

Edina and Patsy are off for a jaunt in France. Arriving at the wrong place, they struggle to find food until Saffron and Bubble arrive. After drinking liberally and actually enjoying a game of ping-pong, they are given an urgent message by Bubble.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30am (repeat)
Radio

That Reminds Me

Series 3, Episode 3 - Sheila Steafel

Factually comedic series in which celebrities - mostly comics - share tales and reminisce.

U&Dave channel logo 12:40am (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Andy Parsons, Dara O Briain, Hugh Dennis. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 13, Episode 10

Dara O Briain and the team scale another week's news mountain and plant their satirical flag at the top. With guests James Acaster, Ed Byrne, Sara Pascoe and Josh Widdicombe.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:55am (repeat)
Inside No. 9. Image shows from L to R: Mr Clarke (Steve Pemberton), Sir Andrew Pike (David Warner), Mr Warren (Reece Shearsmith). Copyright: BBC

Inside No. 9

Series 2, Episode 3 - The Trial Of Elizabeth Gadge

Two of England's most notorious and feared witch-finders are summoned to the unassuming village of Little Happens in order to try an old woman.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 1am (repeat)
Celebrity Juice. Image shows from L to R: Holly Willoughby, Leigh Francis. Copyright: Talkback

Celebrity Juice

Series 18, Episode 7 - Halloween Special

A spooky special of the outrageous comedy panel show. Joining host Keith Lemon and team captains Holly Willoughby and Fearne Cotton on the panels are pop star Frankie Bridge and her football legend husband Wayne Bridge, TOWIE superstar Joey Essex and TV personality Rylan.

U&Dave channel logo 1:20am (repeat)
QI Titles. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series E, Episode 4 - Exploration

With Rich Hall, Sean Lock and Bill Bailey.

Comedy Central Extra 1:30am (repeat)
Stand Up Central. Dane Baptiste. Copyright: Avalon Television

Stand Up Central

Series 3, Episode 5

Tonight Chris is joined by panel show-er Rose Matafeo and the perceptive Dane Baptiste.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:35am (repeat)
Garth Marenghi's Darkplace. Image shows from L to R: Todd Rivers / Dr. Lucien Sanchez (Matt Berry), Dean Learner / Thornton Reed (Richard Ayoade), Garth Marenghi / Dr. Rick Dagless M.D. (Matthew Holness), Madeleine Wool / Dr. Liz Asher (Alice Lowe). Copyright: Avalon Television

Garth Marenghi's Darkplace

Episode 6 - The Creeping Moss From The Shores Of Shuggoth

Garth Marenghi, Romford's Crown Prince of Darkness, introduces the last episode in his hospital-based horror series. Dr. Sanchez falls in love with a patient infected with cosmic broccoli, but when it threatens to spread Dr. Rick Dagless M.D. is forced to intervene. Trouble is, love is blind, and the only eye Sanchez has open is at the end of a trouser snake. Can Dagless save his buddy and the world? (Yes, he can.)

U&Dave channel logo 2am (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 7, Episode 2

Rob Brydon, Lee Mack and David Mitchell are joined by Charles Dance, Stephen Mangan, Isy Suttie and Gok Wan.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 2am (repeat)
The Russell Howard Hour. Image shows from L to R: Ed Sheeran, Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

The Russell Howard Hour

Series 1, Episode 6

Russell talks with singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran. Rob Auton performs.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:05am (repeat)
Stag. Image shows from L to R: Johnners (Stephen Campbell Moore), Ledge (JJ Feild), Ian (Jim Howick), The Mexican (Amit Shah). Copyright: BBC / Idiotlamp

Stag

Episode 3

The remaining members of the group pull together in an attempt to uncover the identity of their killer - and survive the stag weekend from hell.

U&Dave channel logo 2:40am (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Ed Byrne, Gina Yashere, Adam Hills. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 5, Episode 5 - Ed Byrne, Adam Hills and Gina Yashere

Stand-up comedy from the Hammersmith Apollo. Irish gem Ed Byrne hosts in front of a 3,500-strong audience, with guest appearances from Adam Hills and London's own Gina Yashere.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:10am (repeat)
Harry Hill's TV Burp. Harry Hill. Copyright: Avalon Television

Harry Hill's TV Burp

Award-winning comedian Harry Hill takes a surreal look at television clips from the previous seven days.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 3:15am (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 11, Episode 3

Guests Gok Wan, Sarah Millican, Seann Walsh and Amy Childs from The Only Way Is Essex, assist Jon, Jimmy and Sean to thrash out the hot topics of the week.

London Live 3:45am (repeat)
London Live

The Estate Agents

Episode 3 - Homeless

Homeless Devlin has slept the night at the office. A mysterious crate turns out to be a six-legged mountain cat for pop idol Michael Jackson. With adult humour some might find offensive.

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 6 - Kevin

Maeve Higgins, Josie Long, Bridget Christie, Helen Keen, and Helen Arney conspire in the first ever all-female stand up show on TV, ruined only by backstage interviews with man Stewart Lee.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4am (repeat)
Joe Lycett

It's Not What You Know

Series 2, Episode 5

With writer and satirist Francis Wheen, Newsnight presenter Kirsty Wark; and comedian Andrew Maxwell.

London Live 4:15am (repeat)
London Live

The Estate Agents

Episode 4 - Night Out

After a successful sale, the guys go on a night out. Jerry wakes up with a 'boiler' and England wakes up with a man called Steve. With adult humour some might find offensive.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
One Foot In The Grave. Image shows from L to R: Victor Meldrew (Richard Wilson), Margaret Meldrew (Annette Crosbie). Copyright: BBC

One Foot In The Grave

Episode 4 - The Beast In The Cage

Episode adapted from TV. Victor suffers a bank holiday traffic nightmare stuck in a jam - and so do Margaret and Jean!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
Ed Reardon's Week. Ed Reardon (Christopher Douglas). Copyright: BBC

Ed Reardon's Week

Series 12, Episode 1 - The Writer In The Van

Maggie gets Ed a writing gig on Your Motorhome Magazine. This turn of events not only furnishes him with a small but steady income, but also a new home with floral upholstery, carpet on the ceiling and the advantage of letting him and his companion Elgar celebrate the freedom of the open road.

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