British Comedy Guide

Schedule Thursday 16th November 2017

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:35am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 3, Episode 6 - More About In And Out

The Stop-Go Car visits the Twirlywoos. It drives in to Peekaboo's house and then out again. The Stop-Go Car does this over and over again until Peekaboo decides he has had enough and sends the Stop-Go Car out.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:10am (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 8 - Night Of The Living Veg

Mrs Creecher uses the school's allotment to hold Class 3C's 'Biggest Veg' competition.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20am (repeat)
Yes, Prime Minister. Image shows from L to R: Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds), James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne). Copyright: BBC

Yes, Prime Minister

Series 1, Episode 8 - One Of Us

A former head of MI5 is posthumously revealed to have been routinely passing information to the Russians during key Cold War years. An embarrassing story for any Government, but the situation becomes particularly tricky when it emerges that Humphrey chaired an inquiry that cleared him of such claims at the time...

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

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 3 - Greenfinger

Trying to 'help' by watering Squawkencluck's plants, DM unleashes a planet-wide extra-terrestrial sprawling welsh weed.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Alexei Sayle's Imaginary Sandwich Bar. Alexei Sayle. Copyright: BBC

Alexei Sayle's Imaginary Sandwich Bar

Series 2, Episode 1 - Britain's Place in the World

Alexei considers Britain's place in the world and discusses his return to stand-up comedy after a 17-year hiatus.

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

Class Dismissed

Series 2, Episode 6 - Supplies, Supplies!

Outnumbered by the children, headteacher Hilary Head calls for backup from some very unusual supply teachers, and a bromance blossoms for Mr Capp.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8am (repeat)
The Brittas Empire. Gordon Brittas (Chris Barrie). Copyright: BBC

The Brittas Empire

Series 4, Episode 8 - High Noon

Brittas has been sacked as manager of Whitbury Leisure Centre but has managed to get a job at a local garage.

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

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 28 - The Aqueduct of Segovia, Spain

Grandmaster Glitch turns Segovia Aqueduct into a giant water slide and the Go Jetters must stop it toppling to the ground.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Not In Front Of The Children

Episode 4, Religious Revival: A dynamic new vicar causes mayhem in the Corner household.

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 14 - Robert's Holiday

Robert is so hard-working that Justin decides to send him on holiday. The only problem is that Robert doesn't want to go, because for him, every day is a holiday in Justin's house.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
The Goon Show. Image shows from L to R: Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers, Harry Secombe. Copyright: BBC

The Goon Show

Series 5, Episode 17 - China Story

Neddie Seagoon is Britain's ambassador in China and he's after cash. This involves knocking on the door of the Tea House of the August Goon - 6,000 times.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40am (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 2

Martin has been set-up by super smooth Rex Tynan on a trip to Brussels. Believing he'd spent the night with a girl in his hotel room, Martin is full of remorse and tells Ann...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20am (repeat)
Sorry!. Timothy Lumsden (Ronnie Corbett). Copyright: BBC

Sorry!

Series 3, Episode 2 - You're Going Nowhere

Tim goes away for the weekend - and plans a holiday.

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

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 3 - The Black Hand

Ace detectives Secret Sooty and Agent Bone take on their arch enemy the Black Hand. Can they stop his dastardly plans, or will his exploding beans get the better of them? Guest starring Joe Pasquale.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 1 - Full

The Twirlywoos are in a kitchen, where they watch a man turn on a tap and fill a glass with water. When he leaves, the Twirlywoos come out and turn the tap on. They fill a glass with water and then start to find other things around the kitchen to fill up.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
HR. Image shows from L to R: Peter (Jonathan Pryce), Sam (Nicholas Le Prevost). Copyright: BBC

HR

Series 2, Episode 3 - Wandering

Sam and Peter wile away their retirement blues with a holiday in Spain. Suddenly Sam, a lifelong virgin, seems to be presented with a life-changing opportunity.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9:30am (repeat)
Duck Quacks Don't Echo. Lee Mack. Copyright: Magnum Media

Duck Quacks Don't Echo

Series 2, Episode 3

Lee Mack and Johnny Vegas, Mel Giedroyc and Freddie Flintoff test some facts.

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 ninth series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:30am (repeat)
Hank Zipzer. Image shows from L to R: Hank Zipzer (Nick James), Mr Rock (Henry Winkler)

Hank Zipzer

Series 2, Episode 9 - Camouflage

With Emily in hospital having her tonsils out and a history project due, Hank decides that the best possible course of action is to take Katherine - Emily's lizard and best friend - into school. Meanwhile at the hospital, Stan is trying to prove to Rosa that he's not squeamish - easier said than done when all you want to do is pass out.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:55am (repeat)
4 O'Clock Club. Image shows from L to R: Dexter (Jason Callender), Isaac Rodgers (Layton Blake), Nero Johnson (Akai Osei). Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Club

Series 4, Episode 4 - Bike

Nero's new bike proves to be a disaster - not just for him but for Clem and Dexter too. Someone will have to pay.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12pm (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 3, Episode 2 - Rocky's Wedding Day

Lionel's father is getting married and Sandy is newly single. Jean and Lionel have key roles to play in the nuptials, but events on the wedding day go awry.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Not In Front Of The Children

Episode 4, Religious Revival: A dynamic new vicar causes mayhem in the Corner household.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
The Goon Show. Image shows from L to R: Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers, Harry Secombe. Copyright: BBC

The Goon Show

Series 5, Episode 17 - China Story

Neddie Seagoon is Britain's ambassador in China and he's after cash. This involves knocking on the door of the Tea House of the August Goon - 6,000 times.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 4, Episode 6 - Please Mind Your Head

Hyacinth and Richard spend their first night in their new weekend retreat. But plans to become part of the "country set" go horribly wrong as the apartment proves a little on the "bijou" side.

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

Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Episode 26 - Hidden

Wussywat plays Hide and Seek and soon realizes he just needs to find some natural camouflage to stay hidden.

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 15, Episode 4 - Have You Got A Light Mate?

Clegg is given the task of buying a present for Howard's lady friend.

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

Class Dismissed

Series 2, Episode 4 - New Head

With the sudden departure of Mr Barker, there's a vacancy for a new head teacher at Dockbridge High and Mr Potter has his eye on his dream job. Unfortunately someone else does too.

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 2

Martin has been set-up by super smooth Rex Tynan on a trip to Brussels. Believing he'd spent the night with a girl in his hotel room, Martin is full of remorse and tells Ann...

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:30pm (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 1 - Full

The Twirlywoos are in a kitchen, where they watch a man turn on a tap and fill a glass with water. When he leaves, the Twirlywoos come out and turn the tap on. They fill a glass with water and then start to find other things around the kitchen to fill 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.

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

The Brittas Empire

Series 4, Episode 8 - High Noon

Brittas has been sacked as manager of Whitbury Leisure Centre but has managed to get a job at a local garage.

U&Drama channel logo 2:20pm (repeat)
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph), Tracey Stubbs (Linda Robson). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

Series 2, Episode 11 - Love On The Run

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

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 3, Episode 1 - The Early Birds

After accidentally waking the Leadbetters at an ungodly hour, Tom and Barbara promise future consideration and decide to live their lives by nature's clock while they have so much work to do. However, that soon proves easier said than done.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:15pm (repeat)
Zig And Zag. Copyright: JAM Media

Zig And Zag

Episode 4 - Zollercoaster

Zig and Zag accidentally create the worlds scariest roller coaster, all for a 'high-speed mid-ride' photo!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 2, Episode 1 - Just Desserts

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

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:40pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 8 - Night Of The Living Veg

Mrs Creecher uses the school's allotment to hold Class 3C's 'Biggest Veg' competition.

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

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 41 - Superhero Bean

Bean turns superhero in an attempt to outwit a cunning cat burglar.

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 ninth series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

U&Yesterday channel logo 4:05pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 2, Christmas Special - No Way Out

Fletcher plans to spend Christmas in hospital to avoid being press-ganged into Grouty's latest scheme to spring a fellow prisoner. His plan backfires when Grouty finds out about his upcoming civilian hospital appointment and gives him a vital role in proceedings.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:10pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 13 - Lake Titicaca, South America

What goes up must come down! Grandmaster Glitch lands with a splash in Lake Titicaca.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:30pm (repeat)
So Awkward. Image shows from L to R: Martha Fitzgerald (Sophia Dall'Aglio), Rob Edwards (Samuel Small), Jas Salford (Ameerah Falzon-Ojo), Lily Hampton (Cleo Demetriou), Ollie Coulton (Archie Lyndhurst). Copyright: Channel X North

So Awkward

Series 3, Episode 11 - Bug Brooch

Lily is delighted when Rob buys her a present for the first time - only it's a horrible bug-shaped brooch!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30pm (repeat)
HR. Image shows from L to R: Peter (Jonathan Pryce), Sam (Nicholas Le Prevost). Copyright: BBC

HR

Series 2, Episode 3 - Wandering

Sam and Peter wile away their retirement blues with a holiday in Spain. Suddenly Sam, a lifelong virgin, seems to be presented with a life-changing opportunity.

BBC Two 4:45pm (repeat)
Ken Dodd

Talking Comedy

Episode 8 - Ken Dodd Talking Comedy

Talking Comedy looks at the life and works of Ken Dodd.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5pm
30 min
So Awkward. Image shows from L to R: Martha Fitzgerald (Sophia Dall'Aglio), Rob Edwards (Samuel Small), Jas Salford (Ameerah Falzon-Ojo), Lily Hampton (Cleo Demetriou), Ollie Coulton (Archie Lyndhurst). Copyright: Channel X North

So Awkward

Series 3, Episode 12 - Cranmede Fever

Lily is determined that this year she and Jas will beat Martha and Ollie in the school's general knowledge quiz.

U&Yesterday channel logo 5:05pm (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 10, Episode 3

Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Alexei Sayle's Imaginary Sandwich Bar. Alexei Sayle. Copyright: BBC

Alexei Sayle's Imaginary Sandwich Bar

Series 2, Episode 1 - Britain's Place in the World

Alexei considers Britain's place in the world and discusses his return to stand-up comedy after a 17-year hiatus.

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

Gigglebiz

Series 4, Episode 19

DIY enthusiast DIY Dan builds a birdbath for all the little garden birds. Arthur Sleep keeps getting distracted whilst trying to give a very important piece of news. Sticky toffee pudding is on the menu in Dina Lady's Bake Me a Star competition and there are some very hungry slugs in Will Barrow's garden.

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 4, Episode 6 - Please Mind Your Head

Hyacinth and Richard spend their first night in their new weekend retreat. But plans to become part of the "country set" go horribly wrong as the apartment proves a little on the "bijou" side.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6pm
10 min
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 9 - The Hamazing Hamsterman

Dennis gets into a fluffy mess when he runs into Von Screwtop's hadron collider with the professor's pet hamster, Galahad. To stop Dennis from completely changing into a hamster, the gang must sneak him into Wilbur's lab to use his reverse hadron collider and change him back!

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Alexei Sayle's Imaginary Sandwich Bar. Alexei Sayle. Copyright: BBC

Alexei Sayle's Imaginary Sandwich Bar

Series 2, Episode 2 - The Financial Crash

Alexei considers the causes and fallout of the 2008 financial crash, the appeal of Donald Trump, and laments his lack of mainstream success.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 34 - Half The World Is Not Enough

Danger Mouse's antics cost Professor Squawkencluck her job. Is this the end of all those wonderful gadgets, or can the world's greatest secret agent get the Professor her job back?

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 15, Episode 4 - Have You Got A Light Mate?

Clegg is given the task of buying a present for Howard's lady friend.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:40pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 2, Episode 1 - Just Desserts

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

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:50pm (repeat)
Scream Street

Scream Street

Series 1, Episode 2 - Haunted House

Luke is curious when a new house appears in Scream Street, but then it comes alive and locks him and his friends in! They end up stuck in the basement, and when the room starts to rumble it looks like our trio are about to become dinner - will they get out alive?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Queen Victoria (Sarah Hadland). Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 6, Episode 11 - 'Orrible Oliver Cromwell

Oliver Cromwell rises from obscurity, challenges King Charles I in the English Civil War, and ultimately orders the King's execution - as he says, a it was a 'cruel necessity'. In other parts of Britain there are a bunch of oddly named Puritan soldiers, and the great writers Shakespeare and Milton square up for a word battle.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Not In Front Of The Children

Episode 4, Religious Revival: A dynamic new vicar causes mayhem in the Corner household.

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 7, Episode 5 - Too Old... Or Too Nosy?

Jean's sister-in-law Penny and her husband Stephen are visiting, but upon arrival it transpires they aren't talking. Sandy, meanwhile, has a holiday planned with boyfriend Harry.

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 3, Episode 1 - The Early Birds

After accidentally waking the Leadbetters at an ungodly hour, Tom and Barbara promise future consideration and decide to live their lives by nature's clock while they have so much work to do. However, that soon proves easier said than done.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
The Goon Show. Image shows from L to R: Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers, Harry Secombe. Copyright: BBC

The Goon Show

Series 5, Episode 17 - China Story

Neddie Seagoon is Britain's ambassador in China and he's after cash. This involves knocking on the door of the Tea House of the August Goon - 6,000 times.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (repeat)
Murder On The Blackpool Express. Image shows from L to R: Terry (Johnny Vegas), Gemma (Sian Gibson)

Murder On The Blackpool Express

Comedy drama about a coach driver investigating a series of murders.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 8pm (repeat)
Room 101. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 5, Highlights Special - Best Of Series 5

Frank Skinner hosts a special edition featuring the best bits from the series and loads of brilliant stuff which you haven't seen before. Subjects include Hotel Check In And Check Out, Grumpy Kids and Men Who Get Grumpier With Age.

U&Dave channel logo 8pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Nish Kumar, Sandi Toksvig, Holly Walsh, Phill Jupitus. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series N, Episode 11 - Nonsense

With Phill Jupitus, Nish Kumar and Holly Walsh.

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

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 41 - Superhero Bean

Bean turns superhero in an attempt to outwit a cunning cat burglar.

Talking Pictures TV 8:30pm (repeat)
CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:30pm (repeat)
So Awkward. Image shows from L to R: Martha Fitzgerald (Sophia Dall'Aglio), Rob Edwards (Samuel Small), Jas Salford (Ameerah Falzon-Ojo), Lily Hampton (Cleo Demetriou), Ollie Coulton (Archie Lyndhurst). Copyright: Channel X North

So Awkward

Series 3, Episode 12 - Cranmede Fever

Lily is determined that this year she and Jas will beat Martha and Ollie in the school's general knowledge quiz.

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 8 (Channel 4: Series 9), Episode 5

Sean Lock and Katherine Ryan take on Jon Richardson and David Mitchell. Nick Helm is in with Susie Dent, while Rachel Riley is back on numbers-and-letters duty.

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

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 5, Episode 2

Russell Howard offers up his unique perspective on the news stories that have dominated the media over the past seven days.

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

John Bishop In Conversation With...

Series 3, Episode 10 - Professor Brian Cox

Professor Brian Cox OBE opens up to John about his early fascination with science and the stars, whether there is life beyond earth and his role in making science appealing to all. He discusses touring Europe in the mid-80s as keyboard player with rock band Dare and speaks honestly about juggling university with being a member of chart-topping dance band D:Ream. John talks to Brian about sharing the stage with a victorious Labour party after Tony Blair's win to become Prime Minister.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
40 min
Red Dwarf. Rimmer (Chris Barrie)

Red Dwarf

Series XII, Episode 6 - Skipper

Rimmer gets hold of a Quantum skipper and skips his way across the multi-verse looking for a dimension where he's not such a giant loser.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm
60 min
Living The Dream. Image shows from L to R: Conan Bloch (Skylar McNamee), Freddie Pemberton (Brenock O'Connor), Tina Pemberton (Rosie Day). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Living The Dream

Series 1, Episode 3

The park's septic tank explodes and Mal and Jen are forced to turn to the only sewage expert around: Mayor Herman Bloch.

U&Dave channel logo 9:40pm
40 min
Zapped. Image shows from L to R: Foreman (Katherine Jakeways), Steg (Kenneth Collard)

Zapped

Series 2, Episode 6 - The Henge

It's the Super Solstice, Brian's last chance to get home. He just needs to break into the Protector's mysterious Henge while Howell performs the incantation to cross worlds.

London Live 10pm (repeat)
The Englishman Who Went Up A Hill But Came Down A Mountain. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Grant, Tara Fitzgerald

The Englishman Who Went Up A Hill But Came Down A Mountain

When the residents of a Welsh village learn that their "mountain" is just short of the required 1,000ft threshold, they plan to make it taller.

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

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 3, Episode 2 - Happy New Year

As the family gathers for New Year's Eve, Edina and Patsy look forward to a night out at an ultra-hip underground rave. Patsy is particularly excited, as her well connected, jet-setting sister Jackie is about to arrive. When she appears, however, plans begin to disintegrate.

U&Yesterday channel logo 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, Christmas Special - The Man In The Long Black Coat

Seven months after Patrick gunned down one hundred of his garden gnomes in cold blood, Victor still has a score to settle with his next-door neighbour. Meanwhile, down on his allotment all is not what it would appear with a pile of horse manure bought from a dodgy character.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Image shows from L to R: Dermot Brown (Paddy Houlihan), Rory Brown (Rory Cowan), Winnie McGoogan (Eilish O'Carroll), Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll), Cathy Brown (Jennifer Gibney), Buster Brady (Danny O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Series 1, Episode 2 - Mammy's Secret

Mrs Brown is concerned that her family are keeping too many secrets. Her daughter, Cathy, won't tell anyone about her new boyfriend and son Mark won't tell anyone why wife Betty has thrown him out.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
Bounty Hunters. Barnaby Walker (Jack Whitehall). Copyright: Cave Bear Productions

Bounty Hunters

Series 1, Episode 4

Talked out of avenging his brother's death, Angel heads to England.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Alexei Sayle's Imaginary Sandwich Bar. Alexei Sayle. Copyright: BBC

Alexei Sayle's Imaginary Sandwich Bar

Series 2, Episode 1 - Britain's Place in the World

Alexei considers Britain's place in the world and discusses his return to stand-up comedy after a 17-year hiatus.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm
50 min
Celebrity Juice. Image shows from L to R: Emeli Sandé, Holly Willoughby, Fearne Cotton, Leigh Francis, Brian Conley, Fred Sirieix, Gino D'Acampo

Celebrity Juice

Series 18, Episode 10

Keith Lemon hosts the final helping of Celebrity Juice fun this series as regulars Fearne, Holly and Gino welcome singer Emeli Sande, First Dates star Fred Sirieix and funnyman Brian Conley to their teams in an Italy vs France special.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (repeat)
The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird), Charlotte Hinchcliffe (Emily Atack). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Series 2, Episode 3 - Will's Birthday

It's Will's birthday, and he's planning a suitably grown-up dinner. Unfortunately, Will's party clashes with a far more popular one.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm
60 min
The Russell Howard Hour. Mo Gilligan. Copyright: Avalon Television

The Russell Howard Hour

Series 1, Episode 9

Russell mocks the madness of the news and talks to Canadian author, social activist and filmmaker Naomi Klein. Stand-up from Mo Gilligan.

U&Dave channel logo 10:20pm (repeat)
Red Dwarf. Image shows from L to R: Kryten (Robert Llewellyn), Rimmer (Chris Barrie). Copyright: BBC

Red Dwarf

Series III, Episode 5 - Timeslides

After discovering that they're able to literally step into the past through photographs, Lister resolves to change his past, become a multi-millionaire and never board Red Dwarf. Rimmer however, is less satisfied with this new reality.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Recorded For Training Purposes. Copyright: BBC

Recorded For Training Purposes

Series 3, Episode 4

Sketches include an airborne traffic reporter with issues; adverts for a sofa shop sale that must end soon... or at least one day; an awkward pie shop customer; and a lawyer reading out a less-than-eloquent statement from their celebrity client on the steps outside a court.

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The Inbetweeners

Series 2, Episode 4 - Night Out In London

In a desperate attempt at reinvention, Will decides that the lads should become cool and go clubbing.

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Live At The Apollo

Jack Dee Live At The Apollo Series 1, Episode 5 - Omid Djalili

Deadpan comic Jack Dee shares his gripes on school sports day, rubbernecking and the notion of appointing an Olympic village idiot, before introducing a performance by Omid Djalili, who offers his take on everything from Shakespeare to belly-dancing.

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A League Of Their Own

Series 9, Out-takes - Unseen - Vol 2

James Corden presents some previously unseen footage from the sports-based panel show.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:55pm (repeat)
Fonejacker. The Fonejacker (Kayvan Novak). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Fonejacker

Series 1, Episode 1

Fonejacker is a man addicted to prank telephone calls, taking on various guises to satisfy his need to scam and confuse anyone at the end of the phone.

Mr Doovdé enquiring about DFS and Terry Tibbs is looking to buy a Maserati 3200.

Comedy Central 11pm (repeat)
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Stand Up Central

Series 3, Episode 8

Chris Ramsey performs live stand-up, and introduces Jason Cook and Ellie Taylor.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Red Dwarf. Image shows from L to R: Kryten (Robert Llewellyn), Rimmer (Chris Barrie). Copyright: BBC

Red Dwarf

Series III, Episode 6 - The Last Day

The ship receives a message informing them that Kryten's expiry date has come, and he will shortly shut down and be replaced. Lister decides to hold a party in his honour, but things don't quite go as expected.

Radio 4 11pm (repeat)
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The Absolutely Radio Show

Series 1, Episode 3

Featuring another meeting of the highly confused Stoneybridge Town Council as well as Denzil and Gwynedd, the far-from-devoted Swansea couple. There is also the Little Girl with her own take on Tea, Mr Muzak explaining how busy and important he is and Calum Gilhooley pontificating on the weirdness of road signs. Plus a talking version of Facebook and more from the NEWS NEWS NEWS team.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
And Now, In Colour

And Now, In Colour

Series 2, Episode 5 - Eurospecial

Tim Firth, Tim De Jongh, Michael Rutger and William Vandyck head over the channel.

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Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?

Series 1, Episode 6 - Birthday Boy

What can you get the man who has nothing? - a surprise birthday party is a start and Bob goes out of his way to get Terry in place in the pub and all his friends back home with Thelma.

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Birds Of A Feather

Series 2, Episode 11 - Love On The Run

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

Comedy Central 11:30pm (repeat)
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Russell Howard's Good News

Series 6, Episode 7

Russell Howard once again offers his distinctive take on what has happened in the world this week, with an energetic and entertaining look at the news stories that have dominated the media and caught his eye.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
The Masterson Inheritance. Image shows from L to R: Phelim McDermott, Josie Lawrence, Jim Sweeney, Caroline Quentin, Lee Simpson, Paul Merton. Copyright: BBC

The Masterson Inheritance

Series 1, Episode 3 - Scuruy!

The Mastersons set sail across the Atlantic.

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

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 2, Episode 5 - Poor

Edina's ex-husbands have cut off her alimony payments. Saffron and Edina's accountant taker the opportunity to convince her to cut back on the excesses of her lavish lifestyle, and hide the fact that she is independently wealthy.

U&Dave channel logo 11:40pm (repeat)
Room 101. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 2, Episode 8 - Craig Revel Horwood, Sheila Hancock, Jon Richardson

Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood, actress Sheila Hancock and comedian Jon Richardson wish to banish people who tell jokes all the time, ladies' toilets and friends who get into relationships.

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A League Of Their Own

Series 12, Episode 3

Boxer Tony Bellew, comedian Romesh Ranganathan and British hockey star Sam Quek join the regulars.

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

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 2, Episode 6 - Birth

When Patsy accidentally burns down the kitchen, the sitting room becomes temporary heart of the household. Finding themselves locked in the room all evening, Patsy, Eddy and Saffy are forced to confront their relationships with their mothers.

U&Dave channel logo 12:20am (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 14, Episode 11

Rob Beckett, Ed Byrne, Milton Jones, Ed Gamble and Holly Walsh are the guests this week.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:40am
50 min version
(repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 14, Episode 3

More facts, polls, figures and laughs. Host Jimmy Carr is once again joined by team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson as they discuss the topical events that set the great British public's chins wagging.

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The Keith Lemon Sketch Show

Series 2, Episode 6

The Urban Fox is taken to an animal sanctuary this week. Meanwhile, Will Mellor's had enough of I'm A Celebrity and there's an exclusive look at footage from the pilot Most Probably Not Haunted. Later, the Hairy Lairy Bikers make a full English breakfast in France.

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Big School

Series 2, Episode 5

Death comes to Greybridge School when a popular member of staff goes to meet his maker.

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QI

Series E, Episode 8 - Eyes And Ears

With David Mitchell, Phill Jupitus and Jimmy Carr.

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55 min version
(repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Jack Dee. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Jack Dee Live At The Apollo Series 1, Episode 5 - Omid Djalili

Deadpan comic Jack Dee shares his gripes on school sports day, rubbernecking and the notion of appointing an Olympic village idiot, before introducing a performance by Omid Djalili, who offers his take on everything from Shakespeare to belly-dancing.

U&Dave channel logo 1:40am (repeat)
Room 101. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 2, Episode 8 - Craig Revel Horwood, Sheila Hancock, Jon Richardson

Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood, actress Sheila Hancock and comedian Jon Richardson wish to banish people who tell jokes all the time, ladies' toilets and friends who get into relationships.

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Living The Dream. Image shows from L to R: Conan Bloch (Skylar McNamee), Freddie Pemberton (Brenock O'Connor), Tina Pemberton (Rosie Day). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Living The Dream

Series 1, Episode 3

The park's septic tank explodes and Mal and Jen are forced to turn to the only sewage expert around: Mayor Herman Bloch.

U&Dave channel logo 2:20am (repeat)
Red Dwarf. Rimmer (Chris Barrie)

Red Dwarf

Series XII, Episode 6 - Skipper

Rimmer gets hold of a Quantum skipper and skips his way across the multi-verse looking for a dimension where he's not such a giant loser.

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Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV

Bob Monkhouse On The Spot

Series 1, Episode 6

For the last time in this series Bob Monkhouse faces his audience in a comic question-and-answer session.

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The Russell Howard Hour

Series 1, Episode 9

Russell mocks the madness of the news and talks to Canadian author, social activist and filmmaker Naomi Klein. Stand-up from Mo Gilligan.

U&Dave channel logo 3am (repeat)
Zapped. Image shows from L to R: Foreman (Katherine Jakeways), Steg (Kenneth Collard)

Zapped

Series 2, Episode 6 - The Henge

It's the Super Solstice, Brian's last chance to get home. He just needs to break into the Protector's mysterious Henge while Howell performs the incantation to cross worlds.

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Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV

Bob Monkhouse On The Spot

Series 1, Episode 1

Gagmaster Bob Monkhouse is back with his own show, in which the comedian faces members of the public in a question-and-answer session. Guest singer is Terry Neason.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 12, Episode 10

Team 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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:35am (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.

Comedy Central Extra 3:45am (repeat)
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Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 3, Episode 5

Charlie Baker takes up dancing, Luisa Omielan isn't happy with the rules of dating, Ola gives judgement on wi-fi networks, and Matt Forde does impressions.

London Live 4am (repeat)
Crashing. Image shows from L to R: Fred (Amit Shah), Will (Lachie Chapman). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Crashing

Episode 4

Anthony helps Lulu to register as a Property Guardian. Kate goes on a journey of artistic self-discovery, and Sam shows Will round a flat he's interested in buying.

London Live 4:30am (repeat)
Crashing. Image shows from L to R: Anthony (Damien Molony), Kate (Louise Ford). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Crashing

Episode 5

Tensions rise after the housemates are served their eviction notice. Melody and Colin's relationship takes an unexpected turn.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30am (repeat)
HR. Image shows from L to R: Peter (Jonathan Pryce), Sam (Nicholas Le Prevost). Copyright: BBC

HR

Series 2, Episode 3 - Wandering

Sam and Peter wile away their retirement blues with a holiday in Spain. Suddenly Sam, a lifelong virgin, seems to be presented with a life-changing opportunity.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
Alexei Sayle's Imaginary Sandwich Bar. Alexei Sayle. Copyright: BBC

Alexei Sayle's Imaginary Sandwich Bar

Series 2, Episode 1 - Britain's Place in the World

Alexei considers Britain's place in the world and discusses his return to stand-up comedy after a 17-year hiatus.

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