British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Tuesday 20th March 2018

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
Stockport, So Good They Named It Once

Stockport, So Good They Named It Once

Series 1, Episode 6 - Organathon

The comic goings on of the Conroy family in the Greater Manchester town of Stockport.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:10am (repeat)
The Piglet Files. Image shows from L to R: Andrew Maxwell (John Ringham), Peter 'Piglet' Chapman (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Major Maurice Drummond (Clive Francis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

The Piglet Files

Series 2, Episode 3 - Piglet In A Trough

Piglet's on a downward spiral: drinking, gambling, money troubles, and constantly cocking up at work. Thankfully, it's all a ruse between him and Drummond - unfortunately, it's because further information has come to light regarding Major Maxwell.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Sara Pascoe: The Modern Monkey. Sara Pascoe. Copyright: BBC

Sara Pascoe: The Modern Monkey

Episode 4 - Charity

Sara Pascoe looks at examples of altruistic behaviour and feats of generosity.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:35am (repeat)
The Piglet Files. Image shows from L to R: Andrew Maxwell (John Ringham), Peter 'Piglet' Chapman (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Major Maurice Drummond (Clive Francis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

The Piglet Files

Series 2, Episode 5 - Trouble With Reception

Drummond decides that a reception at the Bishwani Embassy would be a good opportunity to bug the ambassador's office. Unfortunately for the MI5 team, a guerilla group choose that night to make demands of their home Government...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8am (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 9

Harvey's latest plan to placate and involve the residents involves a group of local youths. But, as ever, he has an ulterior motive in mind - namely the eviction of Diana.

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)
Ken Dodd: In His Own Words. Ken Dodd. Copyright: Alamy

The Ken Dodd Show

Comedy with Ken Dodd.

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

The Men From The Ministry

Health and Deficiency: The bird-brained bureaucrats mind a budgie. What could go wrong?

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:35am (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 17 - Justin's Lost Voice

Justin is in a singing mood and has been singing so loudly all day that he has lost his voice. Ever the caring friend, Robert tries various funny ways to help.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40am (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 9 - Heartaches

It is Gary and Phoebe's wedding day. Will Gary make it on time? Will he be there at all?

Forces TV 8:55am (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

Whilst walking around the East End, TV repairman Gary Sparrow is transported back to 1940 where he begins to live a second life.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
The Now Show. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Steve Punt. Copyright: BBC

The Now Show

Series 52, Episode 3

Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis and guests James Acaster, Rachel Parris, Suzi Ruffell and Daniel Barker, present the week via topical stand-up and sketches. This week they tackle British Science Week, the situation in Salisbury, Elon Musk's designs on Mars, as well as the 'right to forget' and local news from Kettering.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20am (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 29th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

Forces TV 9:30am (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

Whilst walking around the East End, TV repairman Gary Sparrow is transported back to 1940 where he begins to live a second life.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
Turf Wars. Copyright: BBC

Turf Wars

Episode 3 - How's Your Mother?

In Simon Brett's comedy, Humphrey Partridge rarely socialises in his gossipy rural village. He has Mother to look after. And work to do on that freshly dug trench in the garden. With Michael Maloney, Adeel Akhtar and Sam Dale.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:35am (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.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 10:05am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 7, Episode 2 - Days Of Fines And Closures

Arthur attempts to do a deal with Tony Benson and his new nightclub. Terry helps Dave by looking after the Winchester Club.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:55am (repeat)
Fit. Image shows from L to R: Cariad Lloyd, Humphrey Ker, Tala Gouveia, Aisling Bea. Copyright: Citrus Television

Fit

Episode 7

Watch the final of the 'World's Strongest Mum' competition and see a tardy bride take the cross-country route to her wedding.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20am (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 9 - Sitting Targets

Susan decides that Ben should spend more time with Michael in case he turns into another Nick. Janey leaves the grandparents to baby-sit Kenzo.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:25am (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Mathew Baynton. Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 1, Episode 11

Queen Victoria learns her British comforts aren't very British, a Viking warrior won't stop talking in rhyme, and the contestants try to become executioners on Axe Factor.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:50am (repeat)
Class Dismissed. Copyright: BBC

Class Dismissed

Series 2, Episode 12 - The Wedding

Everyone is very excited. Not only is it the last day of term, it is also the day of Mr Nasal and Miss Spray's wedding! But as always at Dockbridge High, nothing goes to plan. Will the staff and pupils be able to pull together to save the day?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12pm (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 3, Episode 7 - Little Green Man

Janet thinks George is taking her for granted. After all, most husbands would react rather badly after discovering their wife in a compromising position with the handy man...George's response is merely 'Why should I be jealous of a human when I can do it 15 times a night?' But it's not long before George succumbs to jealousy.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
Ken Dodd: In His Own Words. Ken Dodd. Copyright: Alamy

The Ken Dodd Show

Comedy with Ken Dodd.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:05pm (repeat)
Millie Inbetween. Millie (Millie Innes). Copyright: The Foundation

Millie Inbetween

Series 4, Episode 10 - Exchange Partners

Exchange student Catalina is unhappy. The family try to cheer her up to no avail. Millie and Fran double date with Javier and Ollie but events take a turn in an unexpected way.

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

The Men From The Ministry

Health and Deficiency: The bird-brained bureaucrats mind a budgie. What could go wrong?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40pm (repeat)
dinnerladies. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Anne Reid), Stan (Duncan Preston), Brenda (Victoria Wood), Twinkle (Maxine Peake), Dolly (Thelma Barlow), Tony (Andrew Dunn), Anita (Shobna Gulati). Copyright: Good Fun / Pozzitive Productions

dinnerladies

Series 2, Episode 3 - Holidays

A place has become available for Bren to go on holiday to Marbella - with Tony. That's if her mother, Petula, doesn't get in the way.

CITV 12:45pm (repeat)
Horrible Science. Copyright: Toff Media

Horrible Science

Episode 3 - Chemical Chaos

This episode features explosions, atoms and fiendish forces that bubble, go bang and bump! What makes things explode? Lucy has made a mistake in the script and now everyone thinks the show is about elephants. It is a disaster - especially as their guest is the legendary scientist Marie Curie!

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 25, Episode 8 - Things To Do When Your Wife Runs Off With A Turkish Waiter

The man Barry and Glenda once exchanged addresses with turns up.

CITV 1:15pm (repeat)
Horrible Science. Copyright: Toff Media

Horrible Science

Episode 10 - Vicious Veg

Flesh-eating plants and dancing flowers are featured in this week's show.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20pm (repeat)
dinnerladies. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Anne Reid), Stan (Duncan Preston), Brenda (Victoria Wood), Twinkle (Maxine Peake), Dolly (Thelma Barlow), Tony (Andrew Dunn), Anita (Shobna Gulati). Copyright: Good Fun / Pozzitive Productions

dinnerladies

Series 2, Episode 4 - Fog

An escaped prisoner causes worry for the canteen staff, and Bren tries to hide her fear of needles when a blood donor team arrive at the factory, causing much speculation as to whether she's pregnant.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:35pm (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.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:35pm (repeat)
Diddy TV. Copyright: BBC

Diddy TV

Series 1, Episode 2 - Peanuts

Contestants enter the Box for a chance to win amazing prizes. There is heart-rending drama in 24 seconds in A&E, and we return to Diddy Dragon's Den.

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 5, Episode 4

When Adrian helps Jack to recover his stolen piano, they come into conflict with Yizzel and his mate - once again. Lilo Lill has taken a job in service to be near Freddie, whilst Freddie has sold his flat in order to pay Joey's debt.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2pm (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 4, Episode 5 - Welcome News

Mike flies in from LA with news of the miniseries' development, and asks to see Lionel's childhood home for himself.

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

Timmy Time

Series 3, Episode 5 - Timmy's Big Search

When Timmy's glove puppet goes missing, he creates chaos as he hunts for it.

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

Birds Of A Feather

Series 1, Episode 6 - Substitute

Sharon is refusing to see Chris and considers divorce. Tracey is smitten with Dorien's hunky celebrity lodger and is furious when she receives a letter written by Darryl to another woman, though it isn't as it seems.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:40pm (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 9

Harvey's latest plan to placate and involve the residents involves a group of local youths. But, as ever, he has an ulterior motive in mind - namely the eviction of Diana.

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

Millie Inbetween

Series 4, Episode 10 - Exchange Partners

Exchange student Catalina is unhappy. The family try to cheer her up to no avail. Millie and Fran double date with Javier and Ollie but events take a turn in an unexpected way.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20pm (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 3, Episode 7 - Little Green Man

Janet thinks George is taking her for granted. After all, most husbands would react rather badly after discovering their wife in a compromising position with the handy man...George's response is merely 'Why should I be jealous of a human when I can do it 15 times a night?' But it's not long before George succumbs to jealousy.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:30pm (repeat)
Zig And Zag

Zig And Zag

Episode 21 - Best Behaviour

Zig and Zag think they need to learn manners. However, they accidentally enrol themselves on an obedience class for dogs.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:40pm (repeat)
Strange Hill High. Image shows from L to R: Becky Butters, Mitchell Tanner, Templeton. Copyright: BBC / Factory Transmedia

Strange Hill High

Series 2, Episode 7 - Mitchell Who?

Mitchell accidentally erases himself from history after deleting his school record. At first his anonymity is fun but when his friends forget him and he starts to disappear he calls on Samia, the one person who can remember him, to help reboot his existence.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 3:45pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Jack Harper (Bob Grant). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 4, Episode 9 - Cover Up

Stan offers to re-cover Mum's upholstery but he can only get hold of the material used for bus seats.

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 29th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

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

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 18 - Lord Bean

Mr Bean finds out he is a lord and visits his Scottish family home - but keeping a castle is a costly business.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4pm (repeat)
The Personality Test. Copyright: BBC

The Personality Test

Series 1, Episode 2 - Greg Dyke

Broadcaster and former BBC Director General Greg Dyke is at the helm of the panel show where all the questions are about the host's own life. With Sue Perkins, Lucy Porter and Robin Ince.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:05pm
15 min
Diddy TV. Copyright: BBC

Diddy TV

Series 3, Episode 2 - Diddy Pooper

Featuring full schedule of Diddy TV that includes Ninja Diddy Worriers, live coverage of The World Bundle Championship, and a new series of Bottom Gear looking at some of the best pants on the market.

Forces TV 4:10pm (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

Whilst walking around the East End, TV repairman Gary Sparrow is transported back to 1940 where he begins to live a second life.

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

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 19 - Car Wars

Mr Bean finally has a showdown with the mysterious Reliant Robin. Who will be the victor?

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:20pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Jack Harper (Bob Grant). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 4, Episode 11 - The Lodger

Between decimalisation and inflation the Butlers are feeling the pinch. Blakey suggests the family take in a lodger - and he happens to know someone who's looking. Unfortunately for Stan, there's no spare bedroom at home...

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:20pm (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 4:30pm (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Such Rotten Luck

Episode 2.6, Why Did You Marry a Writer?: Struggling writer Wodehouse hopes that a new biography will change his fortunes.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:45pm
10 min
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 7 - Princess Purl's Big Sleep

Naughty fairies Zipsy and Popsy have put a spell on Princess Purl so that she sleeps for a gazillion years.

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, Christmas Special - Twas The Night Before Christmas

Cissie's wins the annual lottery to dress up as Father Christmas. But not all is silent at night when Paradise Lodge is disturbed by a burglar.

Forces TV 4:50pm (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

Whilst walking around the East End, TV repairman Gary Sparrow is transported back to 1940 where he begins to live a second life.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
Stockport, So Good They Named It Once

Stockport, So Good They Named It Once

Series 1, Episode 6 - Organathon

The comic goings on of the Conroy family in the Greater Manchester town of Stockport.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:20pm (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 1, Episode 2 - Night Night, Waffle

The Brooklyn-Bells spend their first night together as a new family, only to be kept awake by Waffle, whose constant barking upsets Mrs Hobbs, their cat-obsessed neighbour.

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

Rising Damp

Series 2, Episode 7 - Things That Go Bump In The Night

Could rumours of the Grey Lady who haunts the house, be true? Rigsby certainly believes so, although he has not seen her - yet.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Sara Pascoe: The Modern Monkey. Sara Pascoe. Copyright: BBC

Sara Pascoe: The Modern Monkey

Episode 4 - Charity

Sara Pascoe looks at examples of altruistic behaviour and feats of generosity.

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 3, Episode 7 - The Lodger

Running out of money, Albert decides to get in a lodger.

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 4, Episode 5 - Welcome News

Mike flies in from LA with news of the miniseries' development, and asks to see Lionel's childhood home for himself.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:15pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 43 - The Spy Who Came In With A Cold

Greenback unleashes a new strain of elephant flu upon the world! Will Penfold's immunity to the virus save the day?

Radio 4 6:30pm (repeat)
Love In Recovery. Image shows from L to R: Danno (Paul Kaye), Julie (Sue Johnston), Andy (Eddie Marsan), Marion (Julia Deakin), Simon (John Hannah), Fiona (Rebecca Front). Copyright: Lucky Giant

Love In Recovery

Series 2, Episode 1 - Starting Over

Fiona has a problem she thinks only Danno can solve. But Danno has his own problems - and he's on the run.

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 25, Episode 8 - Things To Do When Your Wife Runs Off With A Turkish Waiter

The man Barry and Glenda once exchanged addresses with turns up.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:40pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Image shows from L to R: Private Godfrey (Arnold Ridley), Lance Corporal Jones (Clive Dunn), Private Walker (James Beck), Captain Mainwaring (Arthur Lowe), Private Frazer (John Laurie), Sergeant Wilson (John Le Mesurier), Private Pike (Ian Lavender)

Dad's Army

Series 3, Episode 1 - The Armoured Might Of Lance Corporal Jones

Walker suggests to Jones that he should loan the platoon his butchers' van, so that he can get free petrol for it. However, Mainwaring is ordered to have the vehicle converted to run on gas, causing more than a few problems and thwarting Walker's plan!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:50pm (repeat)
Scream Street. Copyright: Coolabi / Factory Transmedia

Scream Street

Series 1, Episode 51 - Lucky Penny

A lucky leprechaun head brings Luke all the luck he needs, but at a cost - everyone else now has bad luck! Luke must put everything right or he will be cast out from Scream Street.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Mathew Baynton. Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 1, Episode 11

Queen Victoria learns her British comforts aren't very British, a Viking warrior won't stop talking in rhyme, and the contestants try to become executioners on Axe Factor.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
Ken Dodd: In His Own Words. Ken Dodd. Copyright: Alamy

The Ken Dodd Show

Comedy with Ken Dodd.

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 25, Episode 9 - Beware Of Laughing At Nora's Hats

Nora reveals long-standing feud with a woman who once made fun of her.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Image shows from L to R: Private Godfrey (Arnold Ridley), Lance Corporal Jones (Clive Dunn), Private Walker (James Beck), Captain Mainwaring (Arthur Lowe), Private Frazer (John Laurie), Sergeant Wilson (John Le Mesurier), Private Pike (Ian Lavender)

Dad's Army

Series 3, Episode 2 - Battle School

The Walmington-on-Sea platoon are going to a training camp. But after the platoon get lost on the way and arrive late, the men begin to lose faith in Captain Mainwaring.

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

The Men From The Ministry

Health and Deficiency: The bird-brained bureaucrats mind a budgie. What could go wrong?

Talking Pictures TV 7:45pm (repeat)
The Captain's Table. Image shows from L to R: Mrs. Judd (Peggy Cummins), Captain Albert Ebbs (John Gregson). Copyright: Rank Organisation / ITV Studios

The Captain's Table

Captain Ebbs has finally been given command of a luxury liner. Unfortunately for him, he has a First Officer more concerned with women.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (repeat)
dinnerladies. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Anne Reid), Stan (Duncan Preston), Brenda (Victoria Wood), Twinkle (Maxine Peake), Dolly (Thelma Barlow), Tony (Andrew Dunn), Anita (Shobna Gulati). Copyright: Good Fun / Pozzitive Productions

dinnerladies

Series 2, Episode 5 - Gamble

Tony and Bren arrive at work together, causing much scandalous rumour amongst the girls. And a bet they'll "get it on" before Christmas.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
Duck Quacks Don't Echo. Lee Mack. Copyright: Magnum Media

Duck Quacks Don't Echo

Series 4, Episode 4

Lee Mack welcomes comedians Katherine Ryan and Hugh Dennis and former world champion boxer Amir Khan as the fun and fact-filled panel show continues.

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 2 - I've Never Seen A Cat

This week, Dave Gorman fires up his laptop and big screen and Dave takes to fatherhood with his usual mischievous spirit: playing tricks with singing toys, interrogating children's TV characters, and messing with modern Monopoly.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (repeat)
dinnerladies. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Anne Reid), Stan (Duncan Preston), Brenda (Victoria Wood), Twinkle (Maxine Peake), Dolly (Thelma Barlow), Tony (Andrew Dunn), Anita (Shobna Gulati). Copyright: Good Fun / Pozzitive Productions

dinnerladies

Series 2, Christmas Special

It's Christmas Eve, also Bren's birthday, and after an awkward interruption the previous night, she's worried that everything with Tony is ruined - but is resignation her only option?

U&Yesterday channel logo 9pm (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

A selection of episodes from the second series of the sitcom starring Richard Wilson as Victor Meldrew.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm (repeat)
The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel. Evelyn Greenslade (Judi Dench). Copyright: Blueprint Pictures

The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

Sequel to the hit 2012 comedy drama in which a group of British pensioners retire to a hotel in India.

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

Russell Howard's Good News

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

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Room 101. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

A selection of episodes from the fourth and fifth series of the Orwellian panel show.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 9pm (repeat)
Paul. Image shows from L to R: Clive Gollings (Nick Frost), Graeme Willy (Simon Pegg)

Paul

Sci-fi comedy starring Nick Frost and Simon Pegg as friends who chance upon an alien whilst travelling across the US.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9:10pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Rob Beckett, Jimmy Carr, Katherine Ryan. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Topical Channel 4 comedy panel show hosted by Jimmy Carr. The questions are based on survey results and statistics.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:30pm (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, Episode 5

It's Gwen's birthday and Bryn has arranged a special surprise treat.

YANGA! channel logo. 9:30pm (repeat)
Number 6. Mansour Bellow

Number 6

Episode 2

This week's performers are Kayleigh Loudmouth and Mr Nolontin.

BBC Two 10pm
25 min
Mum. Image shows from L to R: Kelly (Lisa McGrillis), Jason (Sam Swainsbury)

Mum

Series 2, Episode 5 - September

As summer draws to a close, Cathy and Michael see each other for the first time in months. And with Maureen in hospital, Reg anxiously waits for news.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Sara Pascoe: The Modern Monkey. Sara Pascoe. Copyright: BBC

Sara Pascoe: The Modern Monkey

Episode 4 - Charity

Sara Pascoe looks at examples of altruistic behaviour and feats of generosity.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:10pm
55 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Sarah Millican. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 10, Episode 1 - Sarah Millican, Russell Kane, Joe Lycett

The series kicks off with Sarah Millican as host with special guests Russell Kane and Joe Lycett.

BBC Two 10:25pm
3 min
Archiveologists. Image shows from L to R: Various, Various

Archiveologists

Episode 5 - The Business Meeting

Comedy performers Diane Morgan and Joe Wilkinson delve into the archives to parody a 1970s film on what to do at a business meeting.

YANGA! channel logo. 10:30pm (repeat)
Brothers With No Game. Copyright: BWNG

Brothers With No Game

Series 1, Episode 4 - Recession Dating

Junior goes on his raffle-won date with Remy, but they get off to a poor start when his car turns out to be large, red, and have two floors. His lack of money only makes matters worse.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
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Elvis McGonagall Takes A Look On The Bright Side

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Winner Takes It All

Elvis is persuaded, much against his will, to engage with society's apparent mania for competitions. The opportunities are legion: karaoke, writing in to magazines, the competition for best kept caravan park and a local poetry slam

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This Country. Image shows from L to R: Lee 'Kurtan' Mucklowe (Charlie Cooper), Kerry Mucklowe (Daisy May Cooper). Copyright: BBC

This Country

Series 2, Episode 3 - Minor Injuries

Kerry is helping the vicar run the local football practice and ends up requiring medical attention.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:45pm (repeat)
Richard Marsh: Love And Sweets. Richard Marsh. Copyright: Lucky Giant

Richard Marsh: Love And Sweets

Episode 2

Richard recounts planning the perfect proposal and the build-up to his wedding day.

U&Yesterday channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Tommy Cooper

The Best Of Tommy Cooper

A selection of highlights from the legendary comic magician.

Comedy Central 11pm (repeat)
The Chris Ramsey Show. Image shows from L to R: Matt Richardson, Chris Ramsey, Georgia Toffolo. Copyright: Avalon Television

The Chris Ramsey Show

Series 2, Episode 3

Georgia 'Toff' Toffolo from Made in Chelsea and comedian Matt Richardson join Chris in his basement.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm
60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Chris Addison, Al Murray, Tim Vine. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 5, Episode 3 - Al Murray, Chris Addison and Tim Vine

The pub landlord Al Murray hosts, before introducing special guests Chris Addison and pun-meister Tim Vine.

Radio 4 11pm (repeat)
Time Spanner. Image shows from L to R: Mr Mergatroid (Jeremy Limb), Martin Gaye (Simon Kane), Daniel Kraken (David Mitchell), Laika (John Finnemore), Gabbie (London Hughes), Angel (Belinda Stewart-Wilson). Copyright: BBC

Time Spanner

Episode 1

Martin's 40th Birthday is marked by two life-changing events: falling in love and being the first human ever to orbit all time and space chased by an angry angel.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Warhorses Of Letters. Image shows from L to R: Marengo (Stephen Fry), Copenhagen (Daniel Rigby). Copyright: BBC

Warhorses Of Letters

Series 2, Episode 4

It is the eve of Waterloo and our two heroes face the prospect of seeing each other face to face, if only it was not across a battlefield. And is Marengo's life at risk from another more immediate enemy?

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Gimme Gimme Gimme. Image shows from L to R: Linda (Kathy Burke), Tom (James Dreyfus). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Gimme Gimme Gimme

Series 1, Episode 5 - Saturday Night Diva

Horrified to realise it's Saturday night and he's not got anything planned, Tom rushes out for an evening at one of London's top gay clubs in the hope of meeting someone. Back at Paradist Passage, Linda takes the opportunity to invite Jez round for a drink or twelve.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm (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), Episode 8

Jimmy Carr hosts, while Sean Lock and Roisin Conaty take on guest captain Sarah Millican and Rhod Gilbert. David O'Doherty joins Susie Dent.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:15pm (repeat)
Poets' Tree

Poets' Tree

Episode 4

Paul Hamilton, the Islington poet, discusses the poetic merits of pop music anc presents a tribute to the talents of unheralded genius Justin Wiverly.

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

Birds Of A Feather

Series 1, Episode 6 - Substitute

Sharon is refusing to see Chris and considers divorce. Tracey is smitten with Dorien's hunky celebrity lodger and is furious when she receives a letter written by Darryl to another woman, though it isn't as it seems.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Arthur Smith's Balham Bash. Arthur Smith. Copyright: BBC

Arthur Smith's Balham Bash

Series 2, Episode 2

Arthur Smith invites an audience into his home for music and comedy, with Miles Jupp, Tom Wrigglesworth, Elvis McGonagall and Paloma Faith.

BBC One Wales. Copyright: BBC 11:40pm (repeat)
This Country. Image shows from L to R: Lee 'Kurtan' Mucklowe (Charlie Cooper), Kerry Mucklowe (Daisy May Cooper). Copyright: BBC

This Country

Series 2, Episode 3 - Minor Injuries

Kerry is helping the vicar run the local football practice and ends up requiring medical attention.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:45pm (repeat)
Gimme Gimme Gimme. Image shows from L to R: Linda (Kathy Burke), Tom (James Dreyfus). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Gimme Gimme Gimme

Series 1, Episode 6 - I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do

Linda's outraged when Tom announces his intention to marry a woman. But she needn't fret: his betrothed is a lesbian who merely needs to stay in the country for her girlfriend. Linda struggles to understand the situation, but there is just a week before the big day...

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60 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Sue Perkins, Stephen Fry, Chris Addison, Sara Cox. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series M, Episode 16 - Misconceptions

With Chris Addison, Sara Cox, Sue Perkins, and joining them and Alan Davies for one last time, Stephen Fry in his farewell appearance as host.

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Vic Reeves Big Night Out. Image shows from L to R: Bob Mortimer, Vic Reeves, Les (Fred Aylward). Copyright: Channel X

Vic Reeves Big Night Out

Cult comedy in which Vic Reeves and Bob Mortimer present some very surreal comedy.

Comedy Central 12:30am (repeat)
Stand Up Central. Russell Howard

Stand Up Central

Series 1, Episode 10

Russell talks Mothering Sunday and people who state the obvious, plus answers questions on fame and the worst thing about school. His guests are Nick Helm and Chris Kent.

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60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Sarah Millican. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 10, Episode 1 - Sarah Millican, Russell Kane, Joe Lycett

The series kicks off with Sarah Millican as host with special guests Russell Kane and Joe Lycett.

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QI. Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series A, Episode 4 - Atoms

With Jo Brand, Howard Goodall and Jeremy Hardy.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Jimmy Carr. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 11 (Channel 4: Series 12), Episode 6

Jon Richardson and Michelle Wolf take on guest captain Jonathan Ross with Johnny Vegas. Pappy's join Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.

U&Dave channel logo 1:40am (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 4, Episode 6

The guests this week are Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall, Rufus Hound, Miranda Hart and Welsh funny man Rhod Gilbert.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 1:50am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 7, Episode 3 - Fatal Impression

A reformed gambler dies owing Arthur money, but a religious miracle seems to offer some compensation.

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Gimme Gimme Gimme. Image shows from L to R: Linda (Kathy Burke), Tom (James Dreyfus). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Gimme Gimme Gimme

Series 1, Episode 6 - I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do

Linda's outraged when Tom announces his intention to marry a woman. But she needn't fret: his betrothed is a lesbian who merely needs to stay in the country for her girlfriend. Linda struggles to understand the situation, but there is just a week before the big day...

U&Dave channel logo 2:15am (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Ed Gamble, Hugh Dennis, Angela Barnes, Dara O Briain, Romesh Ranganathan, Ivo Graham. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 15, Episode 8

Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis mock the events of the last seven days with guests Angela Barnes, Ed Byrne, Ed Gamble, Ivo Graham and Romesh Ranganathan.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:30am (repeat)
Harry Hill's TV Burp. Harry Hill. Copyright: Avalon Television

Harry Hill's TV Burp

Series 9, Highlights Special - The Best Of TV Burp 6

Clips include Rachel Stevens shaking like a leaflet on Strictly Come Dancing, Harry's take on Hole in the Wall, Bear Grylls and Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall getting another irreverent ribbing, and an Emu puppet with a striking resemblance to Gail Platt harassing Harry.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:55am (repeat)
Harry Hill's TV Burp. Harry Hill. Copyright: Avalon Television

Harry Hill's TV Burp

Series 9, Special - Review Of The Year 2009

Big-collared comic Harry Hill applies his forensic eye for comedy detail to all the telly you thought he had missed while he was away. With Harry at the helm, you can be sure there will be laughs aplenty - and with so many top clips, skits and quips, this bumper Burp is bursting at the seams with pure entertainment.

Comedy Central Extra 2:55am (repeat)
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 3, Episode 2

Mark Watson gets IDed, James Acaster shares a bed with his best mate, Sara Pascoe talks Holy Communion, and Lloyd Langford crashes everything he tries to drive!

Radio 1 3am
60 min
Ed And Lauren Get On. Image shows from L to R: Ed Night, Lauren Pattison

Ed And Lauren Get On

Episode 6

Growing up, every choice feels like a huge, scary decision. Join Ed and Lauren as they tackle a new topic each week to explore the highs and deep, deep lows of becoming an adult.

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 6

The guests this week are Joe Wilkinson, Chris Ramsey, Roisin Conaty and Alex Brooker.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20am (repeat)
Vic Reeves Big Night Out. Image shows from L to R: Bob Mortimer, Vic Reeves, Les (Fred Aylward). Copyright: Channel X

Vic Reeves Big Night Out

Cult comedy in which Vic Reeves and Bob Mortimer present some very surreal comedy.

Comedy Central Extra 3:20am (repeat)
The Alternative Comedy Experience. Copyright: Comedy Central

The Alternative Comedy Experience

Series 1, Episode 2 - Identity Theft

Chaser Paul Sinha is joined by David O'Doherty, Henning Wehn, and funny women Josie Long, Bridget Christie and Isy Suttie. Backstage chats with Stewart Lee.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4am (repeat)
The Personality Test. Copyright: BBC

The Personality Test

Series 1, Episode 2 - Greg Dyke

Broadcaster and former BBC Director General Greg Dyke is at the helm of the panel show where all the questions are about the host's own life. With Sue Perkins, Lucy Porter and Robin Ince.

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

Such Rotten Luck

Episode 2.6, Why Did You Marry a Writer?: Struggling writer Wodehouse hopes that a new biography will change his fortunes.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
Stockport, So Good They Named It Once

Stockport, So Good They Named It Once

Series 1, Episode 6 - Organathon

The comic goings on of the Conroy family in the Greater Manchester town of Stockport.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
Sara Pascoe: The Modern Monkey. Sara Pascoe. Copyright: BBC

Sara Pascoe: The Modern Monkey

Episode 4 - Charity

Sara Pascoe looks at examples of altruistic behaviour and feats of generosity.

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