British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Monday 18th December 2017

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

Twirlywoos

Series 4, Episode 1 - More About Full

The Twirlywoos watch a man picking apples in an orchard.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
Peter Tinniswood

Winston

Winston Comes To Town, Episode 4 - Repeat After Me

William is writing mucky books under a nom de plume, and a decision is taken over Father.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:10am (repeat)
A Sharp Intake Of Breath. Peter Barnes (David Jason). Copyright: Associated Television

A Sharp Intake Of Breath

Series 4, Episode 2 - Match Of The Day

After managing to secure a ticket to a major international football match at Wembley, Peter manages to lose - and reacquire - his ticket numerous times. Will he make it to see the big game?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:10am (repeat)
Zig And Zag. Copyright: JAM Media

Zig And Zag

Episode 6 - Meet The Robo Parents

Zig and Zag create Robo-parents simply to use them to get the family deal at the Pizzeria, however the robots 'parental programme' gets out of control!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:25am (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?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue logo. Copyright: BBC

I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue

Series 68, Episode 5

A welcome visit to the New Theatre in Hull for regular panellists Barry Cryer and Tim Brooke-Taylor, who are joined by Miles Jupp and John Finnemore.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:35am (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 2, Episode 39 - Snowed In

Shaun and his chums awake to find the farm covered in snow. But while the sheep are enjoying themselves having a massive snowball fight, they are all unaware that the farmer is snowed inside the farmhouse and trying desperately to escape.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40am (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 2, Special - From Here To Paternity

Jed, Elgin and Bryan are convinced a mythical creature is stalking Winterdown Farm.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:45am (repeat)
Hank Zipzer. Hank Zipzer (Nick James)

Hank Zipzer

Christmas Special - Hank Zipzer's Christmas Catastrophe

90 minute feature film Christmas special. No-one loves yuletide like Hank Zipzer and this year, with a new baby brother on the way, Hank means to have the Best. Christmas. Ever! But Hank's life never runs smoothly and soon Miss Adolf is turning Mr Rock's Rudolph the Rock'n'Roll Reindeer into a one-woman Christmas Carol.

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

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 14 - Bullet Train, Japan

In Japan, Grandmaster Glitch is at a railway station, wondering where his grimbots have gone. Some excited bleeps further down the platform reveal that they've jumped into the driver's cabin of a bullet train and are happily pressing all the buttons!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
Hello, Cheeky!. Copyright: BBC

Hello, Cheeky!

Series 5, Episode 5

Tim Brooke-Taylor, Barry Cryer and John Junkin are joined by special guest Terry Wogan.

ITV Encore 8:20am (repeat)
Outside Edge. Image shows from L to R: Maggie Costello (Josie Lawrence), Kevin Costello (Timothy Spall), Miriam Dervish (Brenda Blethyn), Roger Dervish (Robert Daws). Copyright: Central Independent Television

Outside Edge

Series 2, Episode 6

It's Roger's nightmare - not only does rain stop play but he discovers his ability as captain is being questioned by a member of the team. However, somewhat surprisingly it's Miriam who refuses to let the insurgents win, and plots a cunning counter-attack to ensure Rodge's position.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:25am (repeat)
Gigglebiz. Justin Fletcher. Copyright: BBC

Gigglebiz

Series 3, Episode 15

Know-it-all antiques 'expert' Ann Teak examines a valuable piggy bank, gardener Will Barrow has problems with a thirsty butterfly, newsreader Arthur Sleep tells some more groan-inducing jokes, and fitness guru Keith Fitt demonstrates how to do press-ups.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
Dad's Army. Copyright: BBC

Dad's Army

Series 3, Episode 16 - A Question Of Reference

When the platoon go on an exercise, Jones and Godfrey make a mistake with the map reference and send the rest of the men to the wrong spot. The spot that Mainwaring goes to just happens to be the target for the 25-pounders.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40am (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 17, Christmas Special - A Leg Up For Christmas

Howard faces a memorable Christmas when he asks Foggy to act as his physical trainer.

ITV Encore 8:50am (repeat)
Outside Edge. Image shows from L to R: Maggie Costello (Josie Lawrence), Kevin Costello (Timothy Spall), Miriam Dervish (Brenda Blethyn), Roger Dervish (Robert Daws). Copyright: Central Independent Television

Outside Edge

Series 2, Episode 7

Can Roger's captaincy survive the EGM? Opinions fly, tensions rocket and the vote is cast - but Shirley provides an unexpected diversion.

CITV 8:55am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

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

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
The 99p Challenge. Image shows from L to R: Simon Pegg, Armando Iannucci, Sue Perkins, Jack Docherty, Peter Baynham. Copyright: Pozzitive Productions

The 99p Challenge

Series 4, Episode 1

With Armando Iannucci, Bill Bailey, David Quantick and Simon Pegg.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9:20am (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 1 - The Two Mrs Hamptons

Lily realises she's turning out to be just like her mum: she's desperate to avoid her grades dropping now she's officially going out with Rob.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Living With Betty

Episode 5: Bill and Betty look at a new flat, but how will Katherine react if they move?

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:35am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 4, Episode 2 - More About Collecting

The Twirlywoos are watching some children collecting shells on a beach.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 9:50am (repeat)
Mr. Bean. Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson)

Mr. Bean

Episode 2 - The Return Of Mr. Bean

Rowan Atkinson stars as the inimitable individual who turns the most ordinary situations into moments of excruciating embarrassment. In this edition, Mr. Bean visits a department store and gets carried away.

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

Christmas Special - Extra! Extra!

Vampires, witches, and other ghostly figures begin to appear all over town yet nobody bats an eyelid.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10am (repeat)
PG Wodehouse - Ring For Jeeves. Copyright: Jarvis and Ayres Productions

PG Wodehouse - Ring For Jeeves

Episode 1

Jeeves is on loan to young Lord Rowcester (Bill). Wooster is absent, attending a school designed to teach the aristocracy to fend for itself. Jeeves has to exert his gigantic fish-fed brain to help his new master raise money by selling his crumbling pile to a wealthy American widow.

Radio 4 10:45am
15 min
WPC Hat

Holmes And Watford

Episode 1

Today a teenager runs out of a shop - surely he must have done something wrong?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11am (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 5, Christmas Special - The Wisdom Of The Witch

The Meldrews have a tarot reading that prophesies disaster for Victor. Patrick and Pippa sell their home, but a house clearance crew are mistaken for their removal men. Patrick and Victor get snowed in at an old house with a jealous boyfriend and a huge spider.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 11:10am (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 4, Episode 16 - Perfect Photo

Justin, Robert, Little Monster and Cat attempt to get ready before famous photographer Iris Shutterspeed arrives to take a group picture to send to Granny Justina.

Radio 4 11:30am
30 min
Cooking In A Bedsitter. Image shows from L to R: Deepak (Nikesh Patel), Trisha (Beattie Edmondson). Copyright: BBC

Cooking In A Bedsitter

Series 2, Episode 3 - Green Pea Sandwiches

Trisha surprises Deepak on an outing to Oxford.

CITV 12pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

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

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
Hello, Cheeky!. Copyright: BBC

Hello, Cheeky!

Series 5, Episode 5

Tim Brooke-Taylor, Barry Cryer and John Junkin are joined by special guest Terry Wogan.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20pm (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 3, Episode 5

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

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:20pm (repeat)
Carry On Cleo. Cleopatra (Amanda Barrie). Copyright: Peter Rogers Productions

Carry On Cleo

The Carry On team take on ancient history and the big-budget film Cleopatra. Caesar's plan goes awry when Antony is captivated by Cleopatra.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Copyright: BBC

Dad's Army

Series 3, Episode 16 - A Question Of Reference

When the platoon go on an exercise, Jones and Godfrey make a mistake with the map reference and send the rest of the men to the wrong spot. The spot that Mainwaring goes to just happens to be the target for the 25-pounders.

London Live 1pm (repeat)
Up The Chastity Belt. Lurkalot (Frankie Howerd). Copyright: Associated London Films Limited

Up The Chastity Belt

Film in which Frankie Howerd joins the Crusades to save his master and bring King Richard back to take his rightful place on the throne of England.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:10pm (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 3, Episode 6

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

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:15pm (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 4, Episode 3 - More About Down

The Twirlywoos watch two men carry some furniture down the stairs in a block of flats.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2pm (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 17, Christmas Special - A Leg Up For Christmas

Howard faces a memorable Christmas when he asks Foggy to act as his physical trainer.

Radio 4 2:15pm
45 min
Sophie's Lights. Copyright: BBC

Sophie's Lights

A father is torn between his Jewish heritage and his love for his daughter, when she becomes convinced that Santa Claus is real.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 3pm (repeat)
Gigglebiz. Justin Fletcher. Copyright: BBC

Gigglebiz

Series 3, Episode 16

Fading acrobatic act the Berrito Brothers show off their beanbag-tossing skills, newsreader Arthur Sleep gets a prank phone call, fitness expert Keith Fitt demonstrates how to get fit by cycling and Farmer Dung has fun harvesting carrots with his best friend Reggie.

London Live 3pm (repeat)
London Live

The Chain

A repeat of this 1984 film.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 3pm (repeat)
PG Wodehouse - Ring For Jeeves. Copyright: Jarvis and Ayres Productions

PG Wodehouse - Ring For Jeeves

Episode 1

Jeeves is on loan to young Lord Rowcester (Bill). Wooster is absent, attending a school designed to teach the aristocracy to fend for itself. Jeeves has to exert his gigantic fish-fed brain to help his new master raise money by selling his crumbling pile to a wealthy American widow.

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

Christmas Special - Extra! Extra!

Vampires, witches, and other ghostly figures begin to appear all over town yet nobody bats an eyelid.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 3:55pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 37 - Mount Rushmore, USA

When the Grimbots add Glitch's face to those of the presidents on Mount Rushmore they cause a major mudslide.

U&Yesterday channel logo 4pm (repeat)
The Interviews. Copyright: North One Television

The Interviews

Series 2, Episode 6 - Kenny Everett

This week's episode looks at Kenny Everett, a creative and technical genius who was light years ahead of his time.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4pm (repeat)
The 99p Challenge. Image shows from L to R: Simon Pegg, Armando Iannucci, Sue Perkins, Jack Docherty, Peter Baynham. Copyright: Pozzitive Productions

The 99p Challenge

Series 4, Episode 1

With Armando Iannucci, Bill Bailey, David Quantick and Simon Pegg.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:05pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 38 - Caernarfon Castle, Wales

How will the Go Jetters retrieve Xuli's treasured 'Academy Ace' flying trophy from Caernarfon Castle?

Talking Pictures TV 4:15pm (repeat)
To Paris With Love

To Paris With Love

A repeat of this 1955 film.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:20pm (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 5, Christmas Special - The Wisdom Of The Witch

The Meldrews have a tarot reading that prophesies disaster for Victor. Patrick and Pippa sell their home, but a house clearance crew are mistaken for their removal men. Patrick and Victor get snowed in at an old house with a jealous boyfriend and a huge spider.

ITV Encore 4:30pm (repeat)
Outside Edge. Image shows from L to R: Maggie Costello (Josie Lawrence), Kevin Costello (Timothy Spall), Miriam Dervish (Brenda Blethyn), Roger Dervish (Robert Daws). Copyright: Central Independent Television

Outside Edge

Series 3, Episode 1

It's a momentous day for the Brent Park Cricket Club as the team prepare for the opening ceremony of their new pitch and pavilion.

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

Living With Betty

Episode 5: Bill and Betty look at a new flat, but how will Katherine react if they move?

ITV Encore 5pm (repeat)
Outside Edge. Image shows from L to R: Maggie Costello (Josie Lawrence), Kevin Costello (Timothy Spall), Miriam Dervish (Brenda Blethyn), Roger Dervish (Robert Daws). Copyright: Central Independent Television

Outside Edge

Series 3, Episode 2

A motorised lawn-mover - a present from Kevin and Maggie to Roger and Mim - turns into a star performance.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
Peter Tinniswood

Winston

Winston Comes To Town, Episode 4 - Repeat After Me

William is writing mucky books under a nom de plume, and a decision is taken over Father.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue logo. Copyright: BBC

I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue

Series 68, Episode 5

A welcome visit to the New Theatre in Hull for regular panellists Barry Cryer and Tim Brooke-Taylor, who are joined by Miles Jupp and John Finnemore.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:40pm (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

Christmas Special - Silly, But It's Fun....

When the Leadbetter Christmas is cancelled, Tom and Barbara save the day by inviting them over for a self-sufficient Christmas that cost only 15p.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:15pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Miami Twice, Christmas Special - The American Dream

Del persuades Rodney that he needs a holiday and books him a flight for two to Miami. Rodney thinks he's taking his wife, but Del has timed it so that she is taking her exams that week...

U&Drama channel logo 6:20pm (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

Christmas Special - Whoops

Foggy and Clegg somewhat cautiously agree with Compo that Christmas isn't what it used to be. In an effort to recapture the spirit of their youth they look up two long-lost boisterous school mates: champion lamp-post climber and duck impressionist 'Chuffer' Enright, and long-distance hand walker 'Splutter' Lipinscale...

Talking Pictures TV 6:30pm (repeat)
A Run For Your Money. Image shows from L to R: Twm Jones (Meredith Edwards), Huw Price (Hugh Griffith). Copyright: STUDIOCANAL

A Run For Your Money

A 1949 film in which brothers from a Welsh village take their first trip to London and become separated.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue logo. Copyright: BBC

I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue

Series 68, Episode 6

A return visit to the New Theatre in Hull for regular panellists Barry Cryer and Tim Brooke-Taylor, who are joined by Miles Jupp and John Finnemore.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 1 - Dark Dawn

Pink Dawn's henchman teddy bear Snuggles is on an angry rampage. He is zapping cuddly toys, bringing them to life as rage-filled criminals.

U&Drama channel logo 7pm (repeat)
Steptoe And Son. Image shows from L to R: Albert Steptoe (Wilfrid Brambell), Harold Steptoe (Harry H. Corbett). Copyright: BBC

Steptoe And Son

Series 7, Christmas Special

Albert Steptoe and his son Harold run a rag and bone business. Harold wants to move on in the world and leave home but his plans are always thwarted.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
Hello, Cheeky!. Copyright: BBC

Hello, Cheeky!

Series 5, Episode 5

Tim Brooke-Taylor, Barry Cryer and John Junkin are joined by special guest Terry Wogan.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Miami Twice, Christmas Special - Oh To Be In England

Del and Rodney arrive in Miami and things start to go wrong immediately. Nothing too dramatic, though, until Del is mistaken for a local mafia godfather and his henchmen want him as a decoy!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Copyright: BBC

Dad's Army

Series 3, Episode 16 - A Question Of Reference

When the platoon go on an exercise, Jones and Godfrey make a mistake with the map reference and send the rest of the men to the wrong spot. The spot that Mainwaring goes to just happens to be the target for the 25-pounders.

Radio 4 7:45pm (repeat)
WPC Hat

Holmes And Watford

Episode 1

Today a teenager runs out of a shop - surely he must have done something wrong?

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. James Corden. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 7, Episode 1

James Corden and the gang return for an all-new run of the smash-hit sports panel show. With gold medallist Amy Williams, Dutch footballer Edgar Davids and Jimmy Carr as guests.

U&Dave channel logo 8pm (repeat)
Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish. Dave Gorman. Copyright: Liberty Bell

Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish

Series 5, Episode 7 - A Physically Large Head

Dave ponders society's image obsession and investigates how far people will go for fame.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: Jamie Redknapp, James Corden, Jack Whitehall, Andrew Flintoff. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 11, Christmas Special

James Corden, Jack Whitehall, Freddie Flintoff and Jamie Redknapp serve up some Yuletide high jinks in comedy sports quiz.

Talking Pictures TV 8:30pm (repeat)
Tell Me Another. Copyright: Southern Television

Tell Me Another

Series 3, Episode 10

Stories about their showbusiness colleagues. This week starring: Henry Cooper, Colin Crompton, Liza Goddard, Alfred Marks, Jack Parnell, Joan Turner, Kenneth Williams.

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

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 5, Highlights Special - Best Bits

All the best bits from Series 5.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 9pm
60 min
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke), Tracey Stubbs (Linda Robson), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph)

Birds Of A Feather

Christmas Special - The House For The Rising Sons

It's Christmas in Chigwell and the Birds are back. Tracey has got big plans that could upset the festive harmony in the house, Sharon has found a novel way of doing her Christmas shopping and Dorien has got a mystery to solve. What could possibly go wrong?

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9:10pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jason Manford. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 10, Christmas Special

Jimmy Carr hosts a Christmas edition of Channel 4's hit comedy panel show. Featuring special guests Jack Dee, Lorraine Kelly, Josie Long and Britain's favourite pantomime Dame, Christopher Biggins.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Dave Best (Craig Cash), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Antony Royle (Ralf Little)

The Royle Family

Christmas Special - Joe's Crackers

It's Christmas Day at the Royles' and Barbara is up to her eyes in it as Jim is out of action due to an unfortunate incident in the precinct.

Sheffield Live 9:30pm (repeat)
Up North

Up North

Series 2, Episode 4 - Bonfire Up North

Dada is captured after causing trouble. With Mick and his mates having no money for the pub, Mick comes up with a crazy idea to use himself as a guy fawkes to try and make some money to buy drinks in the pub. Their 'penny for the guy' is a total disaster from start to finish. Mick has more problems when he comes face to face with Tom Thatch who is on the warpath after he finds out his nephew Patch is been blackmailed by Mick.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm
30 min
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Kerry Howard, David Mitchell, Henry Blofeld, Rob Brydon, Richard Coles, Lee Mack, Clive Myrie. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 11, Christmas Special - Would I Lie To You At Christmas?

David Mitchell is joined by Henry Blofeld and Kerry Howard, while Lee Mack is joined by Reverend Richard Coles and Clive Myrie.

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 3, Episode 3 - Rough Justice

Judge Rawley appears to be settling into life on remand, but a theft shows old prejudices haven't entirely been left behind. Fletch and his fellow prisoners soon learn that fair application of the law doesn't always give consistent results.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Christmas Special

Johnny Vegas joins Sean as they take on Jon and Katherine Ryan, while David O'Doherty is in Dictionary Corner.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
The League Of Gentlemen. Mr Chinnery (Mark Gatiss). Copyright: BBC

The League Of Gentlemen

20th Anniversary Specials, Episode 1 - Return To Royston Vasey

Familiar faces return to Royston Vasey, settling old scores and digging up some old friends - with more bad blood than an abattoir with septicaemia.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit. Image shows from L to R: Jason Manford, Steve McNeil. Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit

Series 1, Episode 6

Comedians Jason Manford and Ed Byrne join host Dara O Briain, games expert Ellie Gibson and team captains Steve McNeil and Sam Pamphilon to play five video games; Asteroids, FIFA '16, Big Buck Hunter, Trials Fusion and a special endgame in a bid to become this week's Go 8 Bit Champions.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue logo. Copyright: BBC

I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue

Series 68, Episode 5

A welcome visit to the New Theatre in Hull for regular panellists Barry Cryer and Tim Brooke-Taylor, who are joined by Miles Jupp and John Finnemore.

Comedy Central 10:30pm
30 min
Say Whaaat?

Say Whaaat?

Improvisational comedy pilot, voicing-over secretly-shot footage of public conversations.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Absolute Power. Image shows from L to R: Charles Prentiss (Stephen Fry), Martin McCabe (John Bird). Copyright: BBC

Absolute Power

Series 2, Episode 2 - Philosophy Is Sexy

Prentiss McCabe enlist Ken Livingstone and Mel C in an attempt to sell the study of philosophy as sexy, happening and popular.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40pm (repeat)
The Rebel. Image shows from L to R: Charles (Bill Paterson), Margaret (Anita Dobson), Henry Palmer (Simon Callow). Copyright: Retort

The Rebel

Series 2, Episode 6 - Love

A burglary at Henry's house includes the theft of the Urn with Henry's late wife in.

U&Yesterday channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
Steptoe And Son. Image shows from L to R: Albert Steptoe (Wilfrid Brambell), Harold Steptoe (Harry H. Corbett). Copyright: BBC

Steptoe And Son

Series 7, Episode 7 - The Desperate Hours

Albert Steptoe and his son Harold run a rag and bone business. Harold wants to move on in the world and leave home but his plans are always thwarted.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:45pm
45 min version
Have I Got News For You. David Tennant. Copyright: BBC

Have I Got News For You

Series 54, Episode 10

Regular team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host David Tennant, as well as panellists Angela Rayner MP and Joe Wilkinson.

Comedy Central 11pm (repeat)
Da Ali G Show. Ali G (Sacha Baron Cohen)

Da Ali G Show

Episode 5

Sacha Baron Cohen provides an inimitable mix of global reportage and celebrity chat via his characters Ali G, Borat and Bruno.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series I, Episode 6 - Inventive

With Bill Bailey, Nina Conti (with her puppet Gran) and Sean Lock.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
The Now Show. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Steve Punt. Copyright: BBC

The Now Show

Series 51, Episode 7

Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis talk about what might happen in 2018, there's a look at Emerson Mnangagwa's first weeks as President of Zimbabwe from Daliso Chaponda, and Kiri Pritchard-McLean asks if Peppa Pig is causing trouble for the NHS. John O'Farrell joins to discuss his new book Things Can Only Get Worse? And Jake Yapp distills every Christmas song ever into one adorable pop hit.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm (repeat)
Sarah Millican: Home Bird Live. Sarah Millican

Sarah Millican: Home Bird Live

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

BBC One Scotland. Copyright: BBC 11:15pm
45 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You. David Tennant. Copyright: BBC

Have I Got News For You

Series 54, Episode 10

Regular team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host David Tennant, as well as panellists Angela Rayner MP and Joe Wilkinson.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20pm (repeat)
The Fast Show. Image shows from L to R: Paul Whitehouse, Simon Day, Arabella Weir, John Thomson, Caroline Aherne, Charlie Higson, Mark Williams. Copyright: BBC

The Fast Show

The Last Fast Show Ever, Episode 1 - Part One

Fast-moving BBC Two sketch show featuring a host of hugely popular characters.

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 2, Episode 13 - The Shape Of Things To Come

With the death of notorious Uncle Jacob, the Collier family gather to pay their last respects. Terry has time to reflect on his own future but Bob is shocked when Mrs Collier's description of the deceased seems a little too close to home.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:30pm (repeat)
Michael McIntyre's Big Show. Image shows from L to R: Michael McIntyre, Niall Horan. Copyright: Hungry McBear

Michael McIntyre's Big Show

Series 3, Episode 5

Miranda Hart bravely gives Michael her phone in Celebrity Send to All, and there is music from Niall Horan and new comedy material from Michael himself. And whose bedroom will Michael be sneaking into in the return of The Midnight Game Show? An A&E doctor is fooled into thinking the theatre is actually a grand hotel in the most ambitious Unexpected Star surprise ever.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
The Museum Of Everything. Image shows from L to R: Dan Tetsell, Marcus Brigstocke, Danny Robins

The Museum Of Everything

Episode 2.1, The Museum Reopens: Enjoy a display for the worst-selling author of Victorian times.

BBC One Wales. Copyright: BBC 11:35pm
45 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You. David Tennant. Copyright: BBC

Have I Got News For You

Series 54, Episode 10

Regular team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host David Tennant, as well as panellists Angela Rayner MP and Joe Wilkinson.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 11:55pm (repeat)
The Russell Howard Hour. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

The Russell Howard Hour

Series 1, Episode 1

Russell comments on a week in which there was a largely botched terrorist attack on the Tube; talks to the children of the world about Vladimir Putin; and interviews Labour MP Diane Abbott. Stand-up from Kiri Pritchard-McLean.

BBC One Scotland. Copyright: BBC Midnight (repeat)
The Graham Norton Show. Graham Norton. Credit: So Television, Christopher Baines

The Graham Norton Show

Series 22, Episode 11 - Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Mark Hamill, Gwendoline Christie, Sam Smith

Mark Hamill pays tribute to Carrie Fisher, Daisy Ridley and John Boyega talk about the secrecy surrounding Star Wars, Gwendoline Christie talks about some of her more extreme fans and Sam Smith performs live in the studio.

Comedy Central Midnight (repeat)
The Funny Thing About.... Christopher Biggins

The Funny Thing About...

Episode 4 - Christmas

Johnny Vegas illuminates the minefield of Christmas rituals and traditions. Is it a fortnight of goodwill and festive cheer or just two days and a roast? Familiar faces offering their Christmas confessions include Anthea Turner, Vanessa Feltz, Carl Fogarty, Nina Wadia and Matt Richardson.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight (repeat)
Room 101. Image shows from L to R: Noel Fielding, Frank Skinner, Ian Wright, Joanna Scanlan. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 5, Episode 2 - Noel Fielding, Joanna Scanlan, Ian Wright

Surreal comic Noel Fielding, actress Joanna Scanlan and football pundit Ian Wright attempt to get rid of spiders, the film Grease and stinky cheese.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:15am (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Lee (Lee Mack), Tim (Tim Vine). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 3, Christmas Special - Absent Father Christmas

Lee's father turns up at the flat unannounced. This is the man who walked out of the family home when Lee was four, never paid his maintenance and ate Lee's goldfish.

BBC One Wales. Copyright: BBC 12:15am (repeat)
Michael McIntyre's Big Show. Image shows from L to R: Michael McIntyre, Niall Horan. Copyright: Hungry McBear

Michael McIntyre's Big Show

Series 3, Episode 5

Miranda Hart bravely gives Michael her phone in Celebrity Send to All, and there is music from Niall Horan and new comedy material from Michael himself. And whose bedroom will Michael be sneaking into in the return of The Midnight Game Show? An A&E doctor is fooled into thinking the theatre is actually a grand hotel in the most ambitious Unexpected Star surprise ever.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 12:30am (repeat)
The Graham Norton Show. Graham Norton. Credit: So Television, Christopher Baines

The Graham Norton Show

Series 22, Episode 11 - Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Mark Hamill, Gwendoline Christie, Sam Smith

Mark Hamill pays tribute to Carrie Fisher, Daisy Ridley and John Boyega talk about the secrecy surrounding Star Wars, Gwendoline Christie talks about some of her more extreme fans and Sam Smith performs live in the studio.

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

Mock The Week

Series 11, Episode 1

Dara O'Briain, Hugh Dennis, Andy Parsons and Chris Addison return for a new series of the topical show. Micky Flanagan, Nathan Caton and Greg Davies are the guests.

BBC One Scotland. Copyright: BBC 12:50am (repeat)
Michael McIntyre's Big Show. Image shows from L to R: Michael McIntyre, Niall Horan. Copyright: Hungry McBear

Michael McIntyre's Big Show

Series 3, Episode 5

Miranda Hart bravely gives Michael her phone in Celebrity Send to All, and there is music from Niall Horan and new comedy material from Michael himself. And whose bedroom will Michael be sneaking into in the return of The Midnight Game Show? An A&E doctor is fooled into thinking the theatre is actually a grand hotel in the most ambitious Unexpected Star surprise ever.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:55am (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Sophie Chapman (Olivia Colman), Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb), Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 3, Episode 5 - Jurying

Jeremy gets called up on jury service but falls for the female defendant, Carla. Mark warns him to stop sleeping with her - it's against the law - but Jeremy ignores him.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 12:55am (repeat)
Sick Note. Image shows from L to R: Daniel Glass (Rupert Grint), Officer Hayward (Daniel Rigby). Copyright: King Bert Productions

Sick Note

Series 1, Episode 6 - Chicken Soup

Officer Hayward is on the prowl, just a hair's breadth away from uncovering the truth, while Becca suspects foul play.

Comedy Central Extra 1am (repeat)
Stand Up Central. Desiree Burch. Copyright: Avalon Television

Stand Up Central

Series 3, Episode 1

The Pub Landlord - Al Murray - and Desiree Burch take to the stage into tonight's Stand Up Central.

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

QI

Series B, Episode 8 - Bees

With Fred MacAulay, Rich Hall and Jo Brand.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 1:25am (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: Andrew Flintoff, Anthony Joshua, Jack Whitehall, Roisin Conaty, Rob Beckett, Jamie Redknapp. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 11, Episode 1

James Corden, Freddie Flintoff and Jamie Redknapp are joined by guests Anthony Joshua, Rob Beckett and Roisin Conaty as the sports-based quiz show returns.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:30am (repeat)
Little Britain. Image shows from L to R: David Walliams, Matt Lucas, The Prime Minister (Anthony Head)

Little Britain

Series 3, Episode 1

Corpulent health-spa guest Desiree and Thai bride Ting Tong join the gallery of grotesques as Matt Lucas and David Walliams's near-the-knuckle sketch show returns for a third run. Featuring a guest turn from Cat Deeley.

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

Stand Up Central

Series 3, Episode 2

Tonight Chris is joined by the slick Tez Ilyas and raconteur Joel Dommett.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 1:55am (repeat)
The Keith & Paddy Picture Show. Image shows from L to R: Baby (Leigh Francis), Johnny (Paddy McGuinness). Copyright: Talkback

The Keith & Paddy Picture Show

Series 1, Episode 1 - Dirty Dancing

This week it's Keith and Paddy's version of Dirty Dancing featuring Larry Lamb, Jessica Hynes, John Barrowman and Kimberly Wyatt.

U&Dave channel logo 2am (repeat)
Room 101. Image shows from L to R: Noel Fielding, Frank Skinner, Ian Wright, Joanna Scanlan. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 5, Episode 2 - Noel Fielding, Joanna Scanlan, Ian Wright

Surreal comic Noel Fielding, actress Joanna Scanlan and football pundit Ian Wright attempt to get rid of spiders, the film Grease and stinky cheese.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:05am (repeat)
The Fast Show. Image shows from L to R: Paul Whitehouse, Simon Day, Arabella Weir, John Thomson, Caroline Aherne, Charlie Higson, Mark Williams. Copyright: BBC

The Fast Show

The Last Fast Show Ever, Episode 1 - Part One

Fast-moving BBC Two sketch show featuring a host of hugely popular characters.

U&Dave channel logo 2:40am (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Andy Parsons, Chris Addison. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 11, Episode 1

Dara O'Briain, Hugh Dennis, Andy Parsons and Chris Addison return for a new series of the topical show. Micky Flanagan, Nathan Caton and Greg Davies are the guests.

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 2:45am (repeat)
The Last Leg. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Adam Hills, Alex Brooker

The Last Leg

Series 12, Episode 12

Adam Hills, Alex Brooker and Josh Widdicombe examine the biggest and most entertaining news stories and rounds up the main talking points of the week, with special guests including Jon Hamm and Rag'n'Bone Man who performs Human.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:50am (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Sophie Chapman (Olivia Colman), Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb), Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 3, Episode 6 - Quantocking

Mark is worried that he's drifting apart from Sophie, so immediate action is called for: he must propose.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 3am (repeat)
PG Wodehouse - Ring For Jeeves. Copyright: Jarvis and Ayres Productions

PG Wodehouse - Ring For Jeeves

Episode 1

Jeeves is on loan to young Lord Rowcester (Bill). Wooster is absent, attending a school designed to teach the aristocracy to fend for itself. Jeeves has to exert his gigantic fish-fed brain to help his new master raise money by selling his crumbling pile to a wealthy American widow.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 3:10am (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 3

This week's guests are Helen Flanagan, Henning Wehn, Miles Jupp and Alex Brooker.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:15am (repeat)
Harry Hill's TV Burp. Harry Hill. Copyright: Avalon Television

Harry Hill's TV Burp

Series 10, Episode 3

This week's episode featured a sick run on EastEnders, the first appearance of Wagbo and a nit outbreak on Coronation Street.

ITV Encore 3:35am (repeat)
Outside Edge. Image shows from L to R: Maggie Costello (Josie Lawrence), Kevin Costello (Timothy Spall), Miriam Dervish (Brenda Blethyn), Roger Dervish (Robert Daws). Copyright: Central Independent Television

Outside Edge

Series 3, Episode 1

It's a momentous day for the Brent Park Cricket Club as the team prepare for the opening ceremony of their new pitch and pavilion.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4am (repeat)
The 99p Challenge. Image shows from L to R: Simon Pegg, Armando Iannucci, Sue Perkins, Jack Docherty, Peter Baynham. Copyright: Pozzitive Productions

The 99p Challenge

Series 4, Episode 1

With Armando Iannucci, Bill Bailey, David Quantick and Simon Pegg.

ITV Encore 4:05am (repeat)
Outside Edge. Image shows from L to R: Maggie Costello (Josie Lawrence), Kevin Costello (Timothy Spall), Miriam Dervish (Brenda Blethyn), Roger Dervish (Robert Daws). Copyright: Central Independent Television

Outside Edge

Series 3, Episode 2

A motorised lawn-mover - a present from Kevin and Maggie to Roger and Mim - turns into a star performance.

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

Living With Betty

Episode 5: Bill and Betty look at a new flat, but how will Katherine react if they move?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
Peter Tinniswood

Winston

Winston Comes To Town, Episode 4 - Repeat After Me

William is writing mucky books under a nom de plume, and a decision is taken over Father.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:05am (repeat)
On The Buses. Inspector Blake (Stephen Lewis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 5, Episode 10 - Stan's Uniform

When Stan's uniform is covered in filth by a blocked drain, he concocts a plan to get the company to pay for a new one. Somehow it works - but Arthur's been repainting the kitchen furniture...

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
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I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue

Series 68, Episode 5

A welcome visit to the New Theatre in Hull for regular panellists Barry Cryer and Tim Brooke-Taylor, who are joined by Miles Jupp and John Finnemore.

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