British Comedy Guide

Schedule Friday 23rd March 2018

Talking Pictures TV 6am (repeat)
A Yank In Ermine

A Yank In Ermine

A repeat of this 1955 film.

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

The Emerald Green Show

Episode 3, Face Value: Emerald's feathers are ruffled when a bright and talented intern arrives on the show.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:30am (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 3, Episode 1 - Guerillas In The Mist

A bit of casual reconnaissance work for Piglet, Lewis and Dexter goes disastrously wrong when the target turns out to be an old friend of Drummond's - now quite mad and intent on blowing up the Channel Tunnel!

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 4 - The Travel Piece

When Damien is offered the chance to test a new hotel as part of a writing assignment, he jumps at it. Meanwhile, Marion and Mr Mullaney are off on a date.

Talking Pictures TV 7:40am (repeat)
An Alligator Named Daisy. Image shows left to right: Vanessa Colebrook (Diana Dors), Peter Weston (Donald Sinden). Credit: Rank Organisation, ITV Studios

An Alligator Named Daisy

Peter Weston finds himself the reluctant custodian of a tame alligator, and soon falls for the zoo worker who he calls on for help.

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 3, Episode 2

Tom's thrown in at the deep end - literally - when he is left to look after his grandchildren. They've certainly inherited their mother's charm. Whilst Diana wages her own war of retribution, Jane talks Harvey into joining a dating agency.

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

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 44 - The Paddy Fields of China

The Go Jetters swing into action when Glitch uses real landmarks for his crazy golf course.

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 6

The great Sir Ruddy Shame, and the Ghost of McMuckle Manse.

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

Brothers In Law

Series 2, Episode 3 - Statistics

Lawyer Roger has a bad day at the races, thanks to Joy's uncle.

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 1, Episode 11 - Get Fit Justin

Justin prepares food for his friend Katie on Get-Fit Day. His idea of fit food is very different from hers, while Robert has invented the Jigglometer 3000 to ensure that Justin keeps on the move.

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 5, Episode 1 - A Room With A View

A wartime bomb blows Gary back into the present, but what is worse is that his son, Michael, is transported too. Is Michael another time-traveller? And how is Gary going to explain him to Yvonne?

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)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

The Motion Show

Series 2, Episode 4

Dr Phil Hammond watches over proceedings in the quirky debating game, with guests Gyles Brandreth, Hugh Dennis, Jeremy Hardy and Arthur Smith.

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 30th 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)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Kathmandu Or Bust

Episode 4 - The Truck Stops Here

The travellers are lost in the middle of Uzbekistan.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 4, Episode 4 - More About Louder And Louder

The Twirlywoos are in a kitchen watching a man making a cup of tea.

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

Minder

Series 7, Episode 5 - Fiddler On The Hoof

Arthur puts his savings into an old safe in the lock-up, but his nest egg is in danger when an old acquaintance arrives from Marbella.

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 12 - May The Best Man Win

Abi's father asks Ben to be his best man, which turns out to be a bad move.

Radio 4 11:30am (repeat)
Henry Normal

Henry Normal

Episode 1 - A Normal Family

After 20 years away, during which he co-wrote The Royle Family and produced Gavin & Stacey, Henry Normal returns to Radio 4 for a comic and poetic look at his family life.

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

Class Dismissed

Series 1, Episode 12 - End Of Term

It's the end of term. Excitement spreads throughout the school as mess, mayhem and mucus abound - and that's just the teachers.

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 10 - A Day To Remember

It's a bad day for Planet Earth when George accidentally erases his own memory, to the extent he can't remember who ThermoMan is, let alone that he is ThermoMan. For Janet it's a dream come true. George turns into a model husband who volunteers to change nappies and take Ollie for strolls in the park - a first in the Sunday household!

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 6

The great Sir Ruddy Shame, and the Ghost of McMuckle Manse.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:05pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Queen Victoria (Sarah Hadland). Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 6, Episode 6 - Crafty Cleopatra

Egyptian queen Cleopatra clashes with her brother, seizes power and hooks up with great Roman leaders Julius Caesar and Mark Antony. Meanwhile, across the world, we catch up with the thoughts of famous Chinese philosopher Confucius and encounter the less glamorous side of life in Rome.

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

Brothers In Law

Series 2, Episode 3 - Statistics

Lawyer Roger has a bad day at the races, thanks to Joy's uncle.

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, Special - Minnellium

It's New Year's Eve 1999, and the canteen is preparing for a special millennium dinner. But an abandoned baby and a riot in the city centre begin to throw everyone's plans into chaos.

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

Horrible Science

Episode 2 - Abominable Blood

Red blood - what is it and why do we need it? How does it transport important things around the body? Bob the robot needs his first aid badge so he can go to the robot jamboree - the only trouble is he is hates blood. Mark is stopped just in time by expert Charles Drew as he is about to give someone a blood transfusion from a dog!

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 26, Episode 4 - Hermione (The Short Course)

Howard worries that his love life might feature strongly in Clegg's memoirs.

London Live 1pm (repeat)
Miss London Ltd.. Image shows left to right: Terry Arden (Evelyn Dall), Arthur Bowman (Arthur Askey), Gail Martin (Anne Shelton)

Miss London Ltd.

Comedy about a struggling business providing female dates for gentleman soldiers on leave.

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

Horrible Science

Episode 9 - Sounds Dreadful

Today, what is a sound? How do we hear? How do our ears work? Inventor of the telephone Alexander Graham Bell joins the team in the studio to talk telephones, and even metal detectors!

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 8 - Christine

After the events of New Year's Eve, Anita's left the canteen. Her replacement, Christine, has chronic flatulence and manages to upset, annoy, and/or anger everyone within a couple of hours. On top of that, the social services want Petula to live with Bren!

BBC Radio Scotland 1:30pm
30 min
Breaking The News. Des Clarke. Copyright: BBC Studios

Breaking The News

Series 9, Episode 4

Fred MacAulay, Fern Brady, Libby Brooks and John Moloney are on the show.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 4, Episode 4 - More About Louder And Louder

The Twirlywoos are in a kitchen watching a man making a cup of tea.

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

Diddy TV

Series 1, Episode 5 - Popcorn

Diddy Dick Dom have their very own TV station. Shows include The Dom Show, Deadly Diddy 60 and Diddymind. Strictly's Bruno Tonioli gives his verdict.

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 7

Aveline has good news about Oswald's sperm count, Adrian finally hears from Magdalena and Joey's loyalty to the family drives a bigger wedge between him and Roxy. Meanwhile, Shifty is in trouble with Yizzel and his mate over money, so he steals their car and heads for London - again!

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 8 - Wedding Day Nerves

While Lionel suffers an attack of the wedding day wobbles, bride-to-be Jean does her utmost to remain calm in spite of her sister-in-law's efforts.

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

Timmy Time

Series 3, Episode 8 - Ballerina Timmy

Timmy is enthralled by Mittens's new music box, which has a splendid ballerina on top.

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

Birds Of A Feather

Series 2, Episode 2 - Sweet Smell Of Success

Money is running out and Tracey is getting desperate. Darryl's Jaguar is repossessed when Tracey advertises it through Computer Car. Only problem is, Darryl confesses that he has hidden £25,000 in the spare tyre. Luckily Dorien accidentally saves the day.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:40pm (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 5 - Something Nasty In The Vault

During an air-raid, the bank is hit by a bomb. The good news is that the bomb has not blown up. The bad news is reason why it has not: Mainwaring and Wilson are holding it!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:50pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Queen Victoria (Sarah Hadland). Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 6, Episode 6 - Crafty Cleopatra

Egyptian queen Cleopatra clashes with her brother, seizes power and hooks up with great Roman leaders Julius Caesar and Mark Antony. Meanwhile, across the world, we catch up with the thoughts of famous Chinese philosopher Confucius and encounter the less glamorous side of life in Rome.

Talking Pictures TV 3pm (repeat)
Man Of The Moment. Norman (Norman Wisdom). Copyright: ITV

Man Of The Moment

Norman Wisdom stars as a clerk who gets involved in international diplomacy.

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 10 - A Day To Remember

It's a bad day for Planet Earth when George accidentally erases his own memory, to the extent he can't remember who ThermoMan is, let alone that he is ThermoMan. For Janet it's a dream come true. George turns into a model husband who volunteers to change nappies and take Ollie for strolls in the park - a first in the Sunday household!

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

Zig And Zag

Episode 24 - You Want Frights With That?

Zig and Zag stage their own haunting in a bid to get their video onto their favourite TV show Ghost Hunters Live, If They Weren't Dead 5.

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 10 - Mitchell Junior

When Mitchell is issued a strange simulation baby doll to teach him responsibility, his first reaction is to bin it. But it keeps coming back and he soon realises that the doll is alive. From apathy to panic, and finally to parenthood, Mitchell soon appreciates that having Mitchell Junior around might not be so bad after all.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 3:50pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Inspector Blake (Stephen Lewis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 5, Episode 2 - Stan's Room

Unable to get a moment's peace with clippie Doreen, Stan argues with his mother's rules and meddling and decides to move out. But only one room is near his price range - and Blakey is the landlord!

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 30th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

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

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 24 - Caring Bean

Mrs Wicket is injured and Mr Bean has to look after her - then her demands start to become a pain.

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

The Motion Show

Series 2, Episode 4

Dr Phil Hammond watches over proceedings in the quirky debating game, with guests Gyles Brandreth, Hugh Dennis, Jeremy Hardy and Arthur Smith.

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

Diddy TV

Series 3, Episode 5 - Hairy Diddies

Join the Hairy Diddies in the kitchen and see if they can pass their public health inspection. It's laundry day for the Mighty Useless Clunking Robots and Bottom Gear features a star in a reasonably priced pair of pants.

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 25 - Opera Bean

Mr Bean's car has broken down and he is late meeting Irma at the opera. Bean finally arrives, but is refused entry because of his filthy attire. Forced to borrow some clothes from the local launderette, Bean is mistaken for the star of the show, and ends up on the stage giving the operatic performance of a lifetime!

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:20pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Inspector Blake (Stephen Lewis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 5, Episode 3 - The Best Man

The Inspector's niece is getting married to one of the drivers and much to Blakey's alarm, Stan is to be Best Man. He and Jack proceed to get the groom very, very drunk indeed.

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

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 44 - The Paddy Fields of China

The Go Jetters swing into action when Glitch uses real landmarks for his crazy golf course.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 4:30pm (repeat)
Carry On Regardless. Copyright: Peter Rogers Productions

Carry On Regardless

Wild adventures and misadventures of co-partners in an unconventional employment agency.

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

Kathmandu Or Bust

Episode 4 - The Truck Stops Here

The travellers are lost in the middle of Uzbekistan.

Talking Pictures TV 4:45pm (repeat)
It's In The Bag

It's In The Bag

Cockney sisters Gert & Daisy discover a dress they have just sold has £2,000 sewn into its lining.

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

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 10 - Brilliant Beach Circus

It's circus time on Faraway Island, and everyone can't wait to show off their amazing acts.

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.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:55pm (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 4, Episode 3 - The Missing Ring

Flora's engagement ring has gone missing, and after some head scratching she deduces it must be with Mildred's sewing machine. Unfortunately, she's decided to put it up for auction! The chase is on...

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

The Emerald Green Show

Episode 3, Face Value: Emerald's feathers are ruffled when a bright and talented intern arrives on the show.

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

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 1, Episode 5 - Waffle Grows

It's Waffle's last day at the Brooklyn-Bells' but he still finds time to upset neighbour Mrs Hobbs. Simon hears Waffle speak. Will he finally agree that the family can keep the special dog?

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

Rising Damp

Series 3, Episode 2 - Stage Struck

Rigsby attempts to have himself cast as male lead in a play written by effeminate lodger Hilary when he discovers that Ruth is playing the role of the love interest.

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 12

Iain Stirling is joined by child team captains Jordan and Molly and special guests Steve Bugeja, Grace Mandeville, Amelia Mandeville and London Hughes.

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 4 - The Travel Piece

When Damien is offered the chance to test a new hotel as part of a writing assignment, he jumps at it. Meanwhile, Marion and Mr Mullaney are off on a date.

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 4, Episode 3 - Those Magnificent Men And Their Heating Machines

Harold has bought a whole central heating system and plans to install it all himself.

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 8 - Wedding Day Nerves

While Lionel suffers an attack of the wedding day wobbles, bride-to-be Jean does her utmost to remain calm in spite of her sister-in-law's efforts.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 46 - Agent 58

It's Crimicon - the Annual Criminal world convention - and DM and Penfold are joined by a brand new secret agent to stop Isambard Brunel from selling a potentially catastrophic custard bomb doomsday weapon.

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 4

Steve Punt, Hugh Dennis, Gemma Arrowsmith, Marcus Brigstocke, Jess Robinson and Ahir Shah try and get their heads round Cambridge Analytica. Marcus completely and definitely seriously calls for the Berlin Wall to be re-erected, while Ahir has a few things to say about baby boomers, and Jess tackles the news of a feminist James Bond. Steve and Hugh also talk to Adam Kay about life as a Junior Doctor.

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 26, Episode 4 - Hermione (The Short Course)

Howard worries that his love life might feature strongly in Clegg's memoirs.

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 4 - The Bullet Is Not For Firing

The platoon get into a spot of bother after firing at a German plane during an air raid. Displeased at the spending of precious bullets, Mainwaring organises a court of inquiry into the situation.

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

Scream Street

Series 1, Episode 3 - Lovestruck

Resus gets Luella to concoct a spell to stop his parents arguing but, as Luella is still a trainee witch, she gets the potion wrong and soon the whole town is feeling the love. Mrs Negative even falls in love with one of the nastiest characters on Scream Street! How will Luella and Resus get out of this mess?

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

Horrible Histories

Series 1, Episode 1

A pirate captain worries about early bedtime, a soldier from the First World War struggles to cook with fake food and the four King Georges form a boy band and sing Born To Rule - a musical journey through 18th-century British History, sung in the style of a Westlife ballad.

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 6

The great Sir Ruddy Shame, and the Ghost of McMuckle Manse.

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 26, Episode 5 - Who's That Mouse In The Poetry Group?

Can Howard manage to keep an eye on Smiler and Marina?

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 5 - Something Nasty In The Vault

During an air-raid, the bank is hit by a bomb. The good news is that the bomb has not blown up. The bad news is reason why it has not: Mainwaring and Wilson are holding it!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:30pm (repeat)
The Dog Ate My Homework. Iain Stirling. Copyright: BBC

The Dog Ate My Homework

Series 5, Episode 12

Iain Stirling is joined by child team captains Jordan and Molly and special guests Steve Bugeja, Grace Mandeville, Amelia Mandeville and London Hughes.

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

Brothers In Law

Series 2, Episode 3 - Statistics

Lawyer Roger has a bad day at the races, thanks to Joy's uncle.

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 9 - Gravy

Petula makes a surprise announcement, and Bren is excited to have been picked to appear on TV quiz show Totally Trivial. Tony's hoping she'll come away with him to a new life in Scotland.

Comedy Central 8pm (repeat)
Your Face Or Mine. Image shows from L to R: Katherine Ryan, Chris Hughes, Olivia Attwood, Jimmy Carr. Copyright: Talkback

Your Face Or Mine

Series 3, Episode 1

It's game on for Love Island's Chris Hughes and Olivia Attwood to win thousands of pounds for charity.

YANGA! channel logo. 8pm (repeat)
Brothers With No Game. Copyright: BWNG

Brothers With No Game

Series 1, Episode 5 - The House Party (Part 1)

The boys go to a house party, where everyone they know - good and bad - appears to be in attendance. Can they keep their cool or will it turn into a disaster?

YANGA! channel logo. 8:30pm (repeat)
Brothers With No Game. Copyright: BWNG

Brothers With No Game

Series 1, Episode 6 - The House Party (Part 2)

In the aftermath of the party, Junior goes on his first round of job interviews before cooking a meal for Remy. Meanwhile, Nia lets something slip to Marcus.

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, Episode 10 - Toast

The toaster breaks down, but the company refuses to pay for a new one; Bren fails to make it to the TV studio in time to play for the final £10,000 prize; and Petula's time on this earth does indeed finally come to an end. Unfortunately, there's still more upsetting news in store for the canteen staff.

U&Yesterday channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Steptoe And Son. Image shows from L to R: Albert Steptoe (Wilfrid Brambell), Harold Steptoe (Harry H. Corbett). Copyright: BBC

Steptoe And Son

A selection of episodes from the seventh series of the rag and bone sitcom.

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

Russell Howard's Good News

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

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

Number 6

Episode 3

Mansour Bellow presents A Dot Comedian, Lateef Lovejoy and Aurie Styla.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
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Only Fools And Horses

Series 2, Episode 3 - A Losing Streak

Del's been dealt a few dodgy hands by Boycie in their card school and he's losing money rapidly. Believing that a losing streak can't last forever, he invites Boycie round for another poker game to win back his money, and is prepared to back himself with everything he owns... including Grandad's tellies!

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The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 1, Episode 1 - The Arrival

Following the death of the ancient Reverend Pottle, the inhabitants of rural backwater Dibley are looking forward to a younger, more mentally capable ecclesiastical figure. However, they'd be less surprised to see Mr Blobby popping up in their pulpit than the buxom Geraldine Granger - a female vicar!

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The Security Men

One-off comedy drama about a group of night security guards who must create an elaborate scheme to hide the fact they've let a robbery occur.

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Michael McIntyre's Showtime

TV broadcast of Michael McIntyre's number one best-selling 2012 stand-up DVD.

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30 min
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Wild Wild Web

Episode 1

Teams Alpha and Beta face off in this quiz based on the internet. Join host, comedian Humza Arshad, and captains Rio and Archie.

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QI

Series N, Episode 5 - Not Nearly

With Gyles Brandreth, Jimmy Carr and Victoria Coren Mitchell.

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In And Out Of The Kitchen

Series 3, Episode 4 - The Travel Piece

When Damien is offered the chance to test a new hotel as part of a writing assignment, he jumps at it. Meanwhile, Marion and Mr Mullaney are off on a date.

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65 min
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The Last Leg

Series 13, Episode 9

In this final show award-winning actor Michael Sheen helps the boys dissect the week's events.

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The Show What You Wrote

Series 2, Episode 1 - Sport & Leisure

The return of the themed sketch show made entirely from contributions sent in by the public. With guest actor Chris Addison. Sketches include the Shopping Forecast, a vengeful masseuse and a trapped rock climber.

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The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 1, Episode 2 - Songs Of Praise

Geraldine receives a letter from the BBC: they've heard of her incumbency, and want to film an episode of Songs Of Praise in the village. David is far from keen, but finds himself outvoted by the other councillors. When the crew turn up, the vicar is particularly enamoured by the dashing young producer, Tristan; unfortunately the recording does not go smoothly.

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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 6 - Antidotes

With Howard Goodall, Jo Brand and Danny Baker.

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Kevin Eldon Will See You Now

Series 2, Episode 1 - Rewelcome

Meet Kim Jong Un's haircut and David Livingstone's trousers, plus Kevin extols the wonders of drink and sneezing.

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Greatest Celebrity Wind-Ups Ever!

Series 1, Episode 3

Ant and Dec pull the rug from under the feet of chef Jamie Oliver, Take That's Mark Owen finds his album being used to sell athlete's foot cream, and rugby star Dylan Hartley loses the shirt off his back.

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The Russell Howard Hour

Series 1, Episode 11

Russell is joined by the award-winning comedian Roisin Conaty. Stand-up from Fern Brady.

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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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Chain Reaction

Series 3, Episode 6 - Jack Dee interviews Jeremy Hardy

Jack Dee talks to fellow comedian Jeremy Hardy.

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Would I Lie To You?

Series 9, Episode 8

The guests joining Lee Mack and David Mitchell are Ben Miller, Henning Wehn, Doon Mackichan and Alex Brooker.

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Play To The Whistle

Series 3, Episode 1

On Frank's team this week will be Paralympic Gold Medallist Jonnie Peacock and Frank's regular wingman comedian Romesh Ranganathan. Joining Bradley are footballer John Terry and Countdown's Rachel Riley.

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Smack The Pony

Series 1, Episode 1

Always stretch properly before entering the swimming pool. Do people walk dogs or dogs walk people? And, really, what should you expect when you visit someone's living room for some spiritual healing?

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Brüno

Prank comedy film starring Sacha Baron Cohen as a disgraced gay Austrian fashion journalist seeking fame and fortune in the US of A.

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Series A, Christmas Special - Advent

With Phill Jupitus, Sean Lock and John Sessions.

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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.

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Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow

Series 2, Episode 4 - Dublin

The show comes from the Dublin Olympia with Tommy Tiernan, Andrew Lawrence, Keith Farnan & Zoe Lyons.

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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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Damned

Series 2, Episode 5

Zak makes an unwelcome return with wife Sophie who is horrified when the true nature of his problems are revealed with characteristic bluntness by Nitin.

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Mock The Week

Series 15, Episode 11

Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis mock the events of the last seven days with guests James Acaster, Rob Beckett, Ed Gamble, Sara Pascoe and John Robins.

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The Trip

The Trip, Episode 6 - The Angel At Hetton

Steve and Rob visit Bolton Abbey and breakfast at The Angel at Hetton. On their way back home to London they stop off at Steve's parents' house.

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Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 3, Episode 4

Shappi Khorsandi wants the best for her son, Gary Delaney is all about the one-liners, Dane Baptiste praises smoking, and Andy Askins is a family man.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 17, Episode 1

Jimmy Carr and team captains Jon Richardson and Sean Lock are back for a new series of the topical comedy panel show. The teams are joined by celebrity guests Paul Hollywood, Dawn O'Porter, Joe Wilkinson and Rob Beckett.

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The Alternative Comedy Experience

Series 1, Episode 4 - Paedophile Hair

Introducing the brilliant original comedy of Tony Law alongside Josie Long, Simon Munnery, Bridget Christie, Boothby Graffoe and Paul Sinha. Brand new and exclusive live show curated by Stewart Lee.

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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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BBC Radio 4 Extra

The Motion Show

Series 2, Episode 4

Dr Phil Hammond watches over proceedings in the quirky debating game, with guests Gyles Brandreth, Hugh Dennis, Jeremy Hardy and Arthur Smith.

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On The Buses

Series 4, Episode 5 - Christmas Duty

Stan and Jack are lumbered with last-minute Christmas Day duty after the rostered clippie falls ill, which spoils the whole family's plans for dinner.

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Kathmandu Or Bust

Episode 4 - The Truck Stops Here

The travellers are lost in the middle of Uzbekistan.

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Rising Damp

Series 2, Episode 6 - Last Of The Big Spenders

Rigsby's hoping to take new tenant Brenda out for the evening. Unfortunately, he has somewhat of a cashflow problem, a string of unwelcome visitors start arriving at the house.

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The Emerald Green Show

Episode 3, Face Value: Emerald's feathers are ruffled when a bright and talented intern arrives on the show.

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In And Out Of The Kitchen

Series 3, Episode 4 - The Travel Piece

When Damien is offered the chance to test a new hotel as part of a writing assignment, he jumps at it. Meanwhile, Marion and Mr Mullaney are off on a date.

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