British Comedy Guide

Schedule Friday 9th March 2018

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

The Emerald Green Show

Episode 1, Celebrations: Emerald Green is a vain, ambitious black woman. Can she really become a chat-show queen?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20am (repeat)
Waiting For God. Image shows from L to R: Diana Trent (Stephanie Cole), Tom Ballard (Graham Crowden). Copyright: BBC

Waiting For God

Series 2, Episode 2

It's been 15 years since his wife died, and Tom's feeling the loneliness more than ever. Reluctant to leave his bed, Marion of all people suggests he could find love again. Meanwhile, a new arrival at Bayview takes an instant and particular dislike to Diana. Has she met her match?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
In And Out Of The Kitchen. Damien Trench (Miles Jupp). Copyright: BBC

In And Out Of The Kitchen

Series 3, Episode 2 - The Funeral

When Anthony's maiden aunt dies, Damien is asked to do the food for the funeral and finds he must also contend with the increasingly erratic behaviour of his literary agent.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:50am (repeat)
Goodnight Sweetheart. Image shows from L to R: Yvonne Sparrow (Emma Amos), Gary Sparrow (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Phoebe Sparrow (Elizabeth Carling). Copyright: Alomo Productions / BBC

Goodnight Sweetheart

Series 4, Episode 2 - In The Mood

Gary fears he may not be the only one who can go back to 1942 when young Arthur disappears from the shop.

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

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 20 - The Dead Sea, Middle East

The Go Jetters are relaxing by the Dead Sea when Grandmaster Glitch causes a custard catastrophe - to the Vroomster!

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

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Series 6, Episode 4

Public versus state schools, Merseyside mariachi and trouble at t'mill - all in half an hour.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:30am (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 26th and 27th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
Brothers In Law. Roger Thursby (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Brothers In Law

Series 2, Episode 1 - Look It Up

Newly qualified lawyer Roger annoys his girlfriend Sally by defending a wife-beater.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:40am (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 10 - Just Us

Justin, Robert and Little Monster are excited to spend the day with all their friends, but wake to discover that nobody is there.

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

The Motion Show

Series 2, Episode 2

Dr Phil Hammond watches over proceedings in the quirky debating game, with guests Steve Punt, Tony Hawks, Simon Fanshawe and Stuart Maconie.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 9:20am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 6, Episode 2 - Life In The Fast Food Lane

Arthur gets into the car phone business, not realising he is dealing with a dodgy supplier. And Terry fancies a girl who tries to hide her rich family background.

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

Kathmandu Or Bust

Episode 2 - Gut Reaction

On the expedition to Kathmandu, the five travellers hit Europe but mutiny is in the air.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 3, Episode 19 - More About Faster And Faster

The Twirlywoos watch a man practising his tennis strokes using a machine to shoot the balls to him.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:25am (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Roger Bailey Jr. (Keiron Self), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 4, Episode 1 - Fitting Punishment

Susan is looking forward to the birth of her first grandchild, but not looking forward to being called a grandmother. Nick wants to move back in. And a new arrival at Ben's surgery has quite an impact.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11am (repeat)
My Hero. Image shows from L to R: Janet Dawkins (Emily Joyce), George Sunday (Ardal O'Hanlon). Copyright: Big Bear Films

My Hero

Series 2, Episode 6 - Wedding

Janet's dad is insisting that her baby be born in wedlock, and Thermoman's bosses on Ultron are of the same mind. But as usual things don't go smoothly for the world's favourite superhero as the baby starts to arrive during the marriage ceremony.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:15am (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.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:45am (repeat)
Class Dismissed. Copyright: BBC

Class Dismissed

Series 2, Episode 5 - Strictly Come Teaching

Mr Christopher is searching for talent in his quest to find Dockbridge High's next top teaching assistant, and Mr Capp falls foul of one of Hillary Head's new rules.

Talking Pictures TV 11:50am (repeat)
Two Thousand Women. Copyright: Gainsborough Pictures 1928 Limited

Two Thousand Women

Film set in 1944 in a Nazi-run French internment camp for British women caught up in the invasion of Europe.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12pm (repeat)
Millie Inbetween. Millie (Millie Innes). Copyright: The Foundation

Millie Inbetween

Series 4, Episode 3 - Room For A Lion

Confident cousin Leo moves into Craig's old room. Lauren tries to bring him down and Millie tries to rescue him. Flora excels at Jake's game.

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

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Series 6, Episode 4

Public versus state schools, Merseyside mariachi and trouble at t'mill - all in half an hour.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:15pm (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 8 - A Trip To Los Angeles

Jean and Lionel are in LA to meet Cy Liebermann, but she's growing increasingly concerned at his crotchety manner and behaviour towards the locals. Then some 'small' changes are mooted...

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:25pm (repeat)
Hacker Time. Copyright: BBC

Hacker Time

Series 6, Episode 10 - Ricky Martin

CBBC's Art Ninja, Ricky Martin, joins Hacker in the studio for a show about all things art. Plus Luke and Leia sing about their potent breath in Lost and Found (...& Lost Again) and there's a final trip to Rearend-On-Sea for The Accommodation Place.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
Brothers In Law. Roger Thursby (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Brothers In Law

Series 2, Episode 1 - Look It Up

Newly qualified lawyer Roger annoys his girlfriend Sally by defending a wife-beater.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:55pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Gavin (Mathew Horne), Stacey (Joanna Page), Smithy (James Corden), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Bryn (Rob Brydon), Nessa (Ruth Jones). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 3, Episode 5

It's Bank Holiday Monday and the Essex contingent arrives for a sunny day out at the beach. Doris even puts her sun dress on!

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 24, Episode 4 - The Secret Birthday Of Norman Clegg

Clegg tries to avoid a fuss on his birthday by lunching at a nice quiet hotel.

Comedy Central Extra 1pm (repeat)
Your Face Or Mine. Copyright: Talkback

Your Face Or Mine

Series 1, Episode 9

Callum and Ashley are forced to judge all kinds of faces for the chance to win thousands of pounds.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:30pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Gavin (Mathew Horne), Stacey (Joanna Page), Smithy (James Corden), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Bryn (Rob Brydon), Nessa (Ruth Jones). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 3, Episode 6

Nessa and Dave's wedding is fast approaching and the preparations are in full swing. Stacey breaks some life-changing news to Gavin while Bryn and Jason finally put their big secret to bed.

Comedy Central Extra 1:30pm (repeat)
Your Face Or Mine. Copyright: Talkback

Your Face Or Mine

Series 1, Episode 10

Jimmy Carr and Katherine Ryan are joined by Jodie-Ann and Andrew who will be forced to judge all kinds of faces for the chance to win thousands of pounds. With special guest H, from pop group Steps.

BBC Radio Scotland 1:30pm
30 min
CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:35pm (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 3, Episode 19 - More About Faster And Faster

The Twirlywoos watch a man practising his tennis strokes using a machine to shoot the balls to him.

U&Drama channel logo 1:40pm (repeat)
Bread. Image shows from L to R: Joey Boswell (Graham Bickley), Aveline Boswell (Melanie Hill), Nellie Boswell (Jean Boht), Grandad (Kenneth Waller), Shifty (Bryan Murray), Adrian Boswell (Jonathon Morris), Billy Boswell (Nick Conway), Freddie Boswell (Ronald Forfar). Copyright: BBC

Bread

Series 4, Episode 10

The family seems to have enough problems without Nellie worrying about her friendship with Derek. Joey tries to help out Roxy by giving her money and Adrian gives Billy a fruitless lesson in tact and diplomacy.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 2:05pm (repeat)
Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Series 2, Episode 24 - Timmy's Monster

It is a wintry day at the nursery and Timmy discovers some strange extra-large footprints in the snow.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:10pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Uncle Albert (Buster Merryfield), Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 4, Episode 1 - Happy Returns

A chance encounter with old flame Juney, back on the estate after some 20-odd years, leaves Del suspicious of her daughter Debbie's parentage. Serious questions need to be asked - not least when Derek realises that Rodney could be getting comfortable with his own niece!

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 2:15pm
45 min
Shakespeare & Hathaway - Private Investigators. Image shows from L to R: Lady Tania Bede (Anna Wilson Jones), Frank Hathaway (Mark Benton). Copyright: BBC

Shakespeare & Hathaway - Private Investigators

Series 1, Episode 10 - Ill Met By Moonlight

Frank and Lu must recover a precious jewel and a rebellious teenager before midnight strikes at Lady Bede's end-of-summer ball.

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 9, Episode 4 - Model

Dorien is thrilled by Sharon's new job as a model and becomes her manager.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 2:40pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 6, Episode 3 - Return Of The Invincible Man

Arthur hires failed safecracker Scotch Harry for a job and finds himself with a bandaged fugitive on his hands.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:50pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Roger Bailey Jr. (Keiron Self), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 4, Episode 1 - Fitting Punishment

Susan is looking forward to the birth of her first grandchild, but not looking forward to being called a grandmother. Nick wants to move back in. And a new arrival at Ben's surgery has quite an impact.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:50pm (repeat)
Millie Inbetween. Millie (Millie Innes). Copyright: The Foundation

Millie Inbetween

Series 4, Episode 3 - Room For A Lion

Confident cousin Leo moves into Craig's old room. Lauren tries to bring him down and Millie tries to rescue him. Flora excels at Jake's game.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:25pm (repeat)
My Hero. Image shows from L to R: Janet Dawkins (Emily Joyce), George Sunday (Ardal O'Hanlon). Copyright: Big Bear Films

My Hero

Series 2, Episode 6 - Wedding

Janet's dad is insisting that her baby be born in wedlock, and Thermoman's bosses on Ultron are of the same mind. But as usual things don't go smoothly for the world's favourite superhero as the baby starts to arrive during the marriage ceremony.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:35pm (repeat)
Zig And Zag

Zig And Zag

Episode 14 - It's Sherlucky Day

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

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 3:45pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Stan Butler (Reg Varney). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 3, Episode 8 - Radio Control

Blakey installs a two-way radio in Stan and Jack's cab, but should he believe all he hears?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:45pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 26 - The Whole Tooth

When Gnasher gnashes Walter's portrait, he gets revenge with a titanium sausage that leaves Gnasher toothless and miserable. Dennis and the gang decide to stage a heist to 'borrow' some diamonds until Gnasher's teeth grow back!

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 26th and 27th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

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

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 41 - A Royal Makeover

Mr Bean decides to decorate his room in the style of Buckingham Palace and selects the same wallpaper as the Queen has. Meanwhile, his landlady, Mrs Wicket, suffers from delusions of grandeur and crowns herself Queen of the Street!

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

The Motion Show

Series 2, Episode 2

Dr Phil Hammond watches over proceedings in the quirky debating game, with guests Steve Punt, Tony Hawks, Simon Fanshawe and Stuart Maconie.

CITV 4:15pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 42 - Super Marrow

Mr Bean finds himself in a race to grow a giant marrow with his next-door neighbour. There is prize money at stake and a chance to get his photo in the papers. As the competition hots up, Mr Bean's gardening techniques become more inventive, unconventional and desperate.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:20pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Stan Butler (Reg Varney). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 3, Episode 9 - Foggy Night

Freezing fog forces Stan to pull off the road, with Mum, Arthur, Olive and Blakey on board...

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:20pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 26 - Nomads, Mongolia

Grandmaster Glitch is out on a camping expedition in Mongolia. There's not much around except a group of Mongolian nomads - people who travel around the country with their animals, camping in amazing tents called gers.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 4:30pm (repeat)
Carry On Teacher. Image shows from L to R: Mr. William Wakefield (Ted Ray), Mr. Gregory Adams (Kenneth Connor). Copyright: Peter Rogers Productions

Carry On Teacher

A group of school children try to stop their mild-mannered headmaster leaving.

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

Kathmandu Or Bust

Episode 2 - Gut Reaction

On the expedition to Kathmandu, the five travellers hit Europe but mutiny is in the air.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:50pm (repeat)
You're Only Young Twice. Image shows from L to R: Cissie Lupin (Pat Coombs), Flora Petty (Peggy Mount). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

You're Only Young Twice

Series 3, Episode 2 - The Desperate Hours

Having robbed the post office - with Cissie inside - a pair of criminals, Fingers and Junior, on the run dart into Paradise Lodge. Initially trying to stay hidden, the pair are soon spotted and hold the ladies captive until they can make their escape at daybreak.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

The Emerald Green Show

Episode 1, Celebrations: Emerald Green is a vain, ambitious black woman. Can she really become a chat-show queen?

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:20pm
10 min
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 1, Episode 10 - Waffle's Visit

The Brooklyn-Bells take Waffle round to Mrs Hobbs' house to show her what a good dog he's become. She's very impressed until she discovers Waffle has gone missing.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:25pm (repeat)
Rising Damp. Rupert Rigsby (Leonard Rossiter). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

Rising Damp

Series 1, Episode 6 - Stand Up And Be Counted

It's election time and the house is out in force: Alan and Philip are making Labour posters in the attic whilst Rigsby is canvassing for the Conservatives. Ruth, meanwhile, is being wooed by all sides.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5:30pm
30 min
The Dog Ate My Homework. Iain Stirling. Copyright: BBC

The Dog Ate My Homework

Series 5, Episode 10

Iain Stirling is joined by child team captains Abdul and Sophie and special guests Ivo Graham, Dr Ranj Singh, Lauren Layfield and Funmbi Omotayo.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
In And Out Of The Kitchen. Damien Trench (Miles Jupp). Copyright: BBC

In And Out Of The Kitchen

Series 3, Episode 2 - The Funeral

When Anthony's maiden aunt dies, Damien is asked to do the food for the funeral and finds he must also contend with the increasingly erratic behaviour of his literary agent.

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Steptoe And Son. Image shows from L to R: Albert Steptoe (Wilfrid Brambell), Harold Steptoe (Harry H. Corbett). Copyright: BBC

Steptoe And Son

Series 8, Episode 6 - Seance In A Wet Reg And Bone Yard

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

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (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 8 - A Trip To Los Angeles

Jean and Lionel are in LA to meet Cy Liebermann, but she's growing increasingly concerned at his crotchety manner and behaviour towards the locals. Then some 'small' changes are mooted...

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
The Now Show. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Steve Punt. Copyright: BBC

The Now Show

Series 52, Episode 2

This week Steve and Hugh and guests examine the exciting subject of trade wars, doping allegations and Dr. Seuss.

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 24, Episode 4 - The Secret Birthday Of Norman Clegg

Clegg tries to avoid a fuss on his birthday by lunching at a nice quiet hotel.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:40pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason), Grandad (Lennard Pearce). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 2, Episode 4 - No Greater Love

Rodney has fallen for an older woman whose husband is locked up in prison. With her old man's release imminent, Del fears for Rodney's safety, but he can see that the lad is smitten.

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)
I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Series 6, Episode 4

Public versus state schools, Merseyside mariachi and trouble at t'mill - all in half an hour.

U&Drama channel logo 7:20pm (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

Series 24, Episode 5 - In Which Gavin Hinchcliff Loses The Gulf Stream

The trio encounter an old school pal renowned for his eccentricity.

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

Only Fools And Horses

Series 4, Episode 1 - Happy Returns

A chance encounter with old flame Juney, back on the estate after some 20-odd years, leaves Del suspicious of her daughter Debbie's parentage. Serious questions need to be asked - not least when Derek realises that Rodney could be getting comfortable with his own niece!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
Brothers In Law. Roger Thursby (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Brothers In Law

Series 2, Episode 1 - Look It Up

Newly qualified lawyer Roger annoys his girlfriend Sally by defending a wife-beater.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Smithy (James Corden). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 2, Christmas Special - Gavin & Stacey Christmas Special

It's Christmas Eve and the Wests join the Shipmans for one of Mick's famous turkey dinners.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 8:30pm
30 min
Room 101. Image shows from L to R: Geri Halliwell, Frank Skinner, Katherine Ryan, Adam Buxton. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 7, Episode 7 - Katherine Ryan, Geri Horner, Adam Buxton

Frank Skinner hosts the comedy panel show. Katherine Ryan, Geri Horner and Adam Buxton competing to have their pet hates and peeves consigned to Room 101. Topics include phone calls, pens that don't work and marathons.

U&Yesterday channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Mr. Edmund Blackadder, Esquire (Rowan Atkinson)

Blackadder

A selection of episodes from the second and third series of the comic historic saga.

Comedy Central Extra 9pm (repeat)
Russell Howard: Right Here, Right Now. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard: Right Here, Right Now

TV broadcast of the 2011 stand-up show from acclaimed, energetic comic Russell Howard.

YANGA! channel logo. 9pm
30 min
Number 6. Mansour Bellow

Number 6

Episode 1

Kane Brown introduces comedy from Funmbi Omotayo and Toju.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Uncle Albert (Buster Merryfield), Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 4, Episode 6 - Watching The Girls Go By

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

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French), Harry Kennedy (Richard Armitage). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

2006/2007 Specials, Christmas Special - The Handsome Stranger

Yet another Dibley cottage has been sold to a Londoner, and Geraldine's not happy about the breakdown of the community. Setting out to confront the new stranger, she is struck by his immediate charm and good looks - but is he all he seems?

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Bill Bailey, Sandi Toksvig, Phill Jupitus, Claudia Winkleman. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series O, Episode 1 - Ologies

In the first episode of the 'O' series, Sandi Toksvig sets out in search of 'Ologies' and 'Odoxies' - and finds out how an amusement arcade helped to win the Cold War, meets a lizard with three eyes, and much else besides. The guests are Bill Bailey, Phill Jupitus and Claudia Winkleman.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Aisling Bea, Sandi Toksvig, Ross Noble, Corey Taylor. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series N, Episode 3 - Nosey Noisy

With Aisling Bea, Ross Noble, and Slipknot singer Corey Taylor.

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

In And Out Of The Kitchen

Series 3, Episode 2 - The Funeral

When Anthony's maiden aunt dies, Damien is asked to do the food for the funeral and finds he must also contend with the increasingly erratic behaviour of his literary agent.

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

The Last Leg

Series 13, Episode 7

This episode includes the opening ceremony of the Winter Paralympics in South Korea. Kathy Burke and US musician and coach from The Voice Will.i.am are both live in the studio.

Channel 5 logo 10:30pm
60 min
French And Saunders. Image shows from L to R: Dawn French, Jennifer Saunders. Copyright: BBC

Funny Women: French & Saunders

A documentary looking at the comedy careers of double-act Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Ian D Montfort Is: Unbelievable. Ian D. Montfort (Tom Binns). Copyright: BBC

Ian D Montfort Is: Unbelievable

Episode 3

Broadcaster, presenter and cook Hardeep Singh Kohli attempts to exert his own psychic potential on Ian D Montford in this episode.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:40pm
The Young Offenders. Image shows from L to R: Jock O'Keeffe (Chris Walley), Conor MacSweeney (Alex Murphy)

The Young Offenders

Series 1, Episode 5

Conor and Jock have been instructed to take up unpaid part-time work experience at Mairead's side on the fish stall in the English Market.

U&W channel logo 11pm (repeat)
The Catherine Tate Show. Catherine Tate

The Catherine Tate Show

Series 2, Episode 1

Lauren is not impressed by her teacher's dress sense, Nan's television breaks down and Derek Faye is insulted by a doctor.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 18, Episode 9

With guests Kelly Hoppen, Louis Smith, Henning Wehn and David O'Doherty.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
QI Titles. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series C, Episode 6 - Cockneys

With Phill Jupitus, Bill Bailey and Rory McGrath.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Listen Against. Image shows from L to R: Alice Arnold, Jon Holmes. Copyright: BBC

Listen Against

Series 2, Episode 3

Jon Holmes is at the Commercial Radio Weapons Fair in Blackpool, whilst Alice Arnold is in London reporting on killer digital TV robots and the recent spate of radio presenters that have been kidnapped and trafficked to other stations.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Rob Beckett, Jimmy Carr, Aisling Bea. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 20, Episode 9

This week Aisling is joined by Ant Middleton and Katherine Ryan, while Rob teams up with comedy actress Kerry Howard and new comic Ola, to uncover what tops the nation's bucket list.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:10pm (repeat)
Smack The Pony. Image shows from L to R: Fiona Allen, Sally Phillips, Doon Mackichan

Smack The Pony

Stylish, original and uninhibited Emmy award-winning sketch show starring Fiona Allen, Doon Mackichan and Sally Phillips.

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

Chain Reaction

Series 3, Episode 4 - Phill Jupitus interviews John Hegley

Phill Jupitus talks to fellow poet and comedian John Hegley.

BBC One Wales. Copyright: BBC 11:35pm (repeat)
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The Young Offenders

Series 1, Episode 5

Conor and Jock have been instructed to take up unpaid part-time work experience at Mairead's side on the fish stall in the English Market.

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The Catherine Tate Show

Series 2, Episode 2

The Aga Saga Woman is terrified by a Geordie babysitter, Irene & Vern describe their encounter with Desmond Tutu and Nan's visit at the doctor soon turns unpleasant.

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Waiting For God. Image shows from L to R: Diana Trent (Stephanie Cole), Tom Ballard (Graham Crowden). Copyright: BBC

Waiting For God

Series 2, Episode 2

It's been 15 years since his wife died, and Tom's feeling the loneliness more than ever. Reluctant to leave his bed, Marion of all people suggests he could find love again. Meanwhile, a new arrival at Bayview takes an instant and particular dislike to Diana. Has she met her match?

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Smack The Pony

Stylish, original and uninhibited Emmy award-winning sketch show starring Fiona Allen, Doon Mackichan and Sally Phillips.

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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 16, Episode 1

More from the irreverent, irrelevant and revealing weekly topical panel show. The guests are Jack Dee, David O'Doherty, Steve Jones and Jamelia.

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The Inbetweeners

Series 2, Episode 1 - The Field Trip

It's a new term and the infamous sociology and geography field trip to Swanage is coming up; all the boys are on board.

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Your Face Or Mine

Series 1, Episode 9

Callum and Ashley are forced to judge all kinds of faces for the chance to win thousands of pounds.

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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.

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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 8

Featuring guests Ed Byrne, Nathan Caton, Ed Gamble and Sara Pascoe.

Comedy Central Extra 12:30am (repeat)
Your Face Or Mine. Copyright: Talkback

Your Face Or Mine

Series 1, Episode 10

Jimmy Carr and Katherine Ryan are joined by Jodie-Ann and Andrew who will be forced to judge all kinds of faces for the chance to win thousands of pounds. With special guest H, from pop group Steps.

Comedy Central Extra 1am (repeat)
Micky Flanagan: Back In The Game. Micky Flanagan

Micky Flanagan: Back In The Game

East End comic Micky Flanagan returns with his second, highly anticipated stand-up show, Back In The Game.

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QI

Series A, Episode 9 - Antelopes

With Dave Gorman, Jeremy Hardy and Jo Brand.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 20, Episode 9

This week Aisling is joined by Ant Middleton and Katherine Ryan, while Rob teams up with comedy actress Kerry Howard and new comic Ola, to uncover what tops the nation's bucket list.

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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.

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Inside No. 9

Series 2, Episode 4 - Cold Comfort

It's Andy's first day as a volunteer at the Comfort Support Line call centre, which offers the lonely and desperate a chance to talk about their problems. All the CSL counsellors have their own ways of dealing with clients, coping with the emotional stress, and killing time between phone calls. But is Andy really prepared for what's to come?

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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 9

James Acaster, Gary Delaney, Zoe Lyons and Josh Widdicombe are the guests on this week's show.

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The Trip

The Trip, Episode 1 - The Inn At Whitewell

When Steve's girlfriend decides to leave him, he is faced with a week of meals for one. Reluctantly, he calls Rob, the only person he can think of who will be available. Their first stop is the Inn at Whitewell.

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The Last Leg

Series 13, Episode 7

This episode includes the opening ceremony of the Winter Paralympics in South Korea. Kathy Burke and US musician and coach from The Voice Will.i.am are both live in the studio.

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The Trip

The Trip, Episode 3 - Holbeck Ghyll

Steve and Rob stay at Coleridge's old home, Greta Hall, in Keswick. They visit Dove Cottage and lunch at Holbeck Ghyll.

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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 Piglet Files

Series 3, Episode 7 - With Friends Like These

Faced with mounting cutbacks from their respective governments, MI5 and the KGB are forced to collaborate in order to prove their worth. Is the staged kidnap of a senior Russian minister really wise?

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On The Buses

Series 3, Episode 1 - First Aid

Stan fibs his way past the First Aid test but how will he cope with a real emergency?

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

The Motion Show

Series 2, Episode 2

Dr Phil Hammond watches over proceedings in the quirky debating game, with guests Steve Punt, Tony Hawks, Simon Fanshawe and Stuart Maconie.

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Rising Damp

Series 1, Episode 2 - A Night Out

For Miss Jones's birthday, Rigsby makes a rare visit to his wallet in taking the four of them out to a posh local dining establishment, The Grange.

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

Kathmandu Or Bust

Episode 2 - Gut Reaction

On the expedition to Kathmandu, the five travellers hit Europe but mutiny is in the air.

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BBC Radio 4 Extra

The Emerald Green Show

Episode 1, Celebrations: Emerald Green is a vain, ambitious black woman. Can she really become a chat-show queen?

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In And Out Of The Kitchen. Damien Trench (Miles Jupp). Copyright: BBC

In And Out Of The Kitchen

Series 3, Episode 2 - The Funeral

When Anthony's maiden aunt dies, Damien is asked to do the food for the funeral and finds he must also contend with the increasingly erratic behaviour of his literary agent.

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