British Comedy Guide

Schedule Friday 6th April 2018

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:40am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 10 - Up And Down

The Twirlywoos learn about up and down when they play with a bouncy ball. Back in the Boat Peekaboo has something else for them to bounce on.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
Stanley Baxter

The Stanley Baxter Playhouse

Series 7, Episode 1 - The Leaving of Barra

As he prepares to leave his home on the Hebridean island of Barra for ever, an old man remembers the love of his life.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:10am (repeat)
Lucky Feller. Bernard 'Shorty' Mepstead (David Jason). Copyright: London Weekend Television

Lucky Feller

Episode 3 - Breaking The Ice

Shorty Mepstead loses his nerve about asking Kath out for a second time. So Shorty's mother persuades him to ask Kath home for an evening - when they are joined by a very amusing friend of Mrs. Mepstead.

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 6 - The Prisoner

Nerves are fraying as Anthony's first night of Hay Fever looms, not helped by news of a dangerous prisoner loose in the area. Meanwhile, Damien contends with an angry neighbour.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:55am (repeat)
Waiting For God. Image shows from L to R: Diana Trent (Stephanie Cole), Tom Ballard (Graham Crowden). Copyright: BBC

Waiting For God

Series 4, Episode 1

Diana is distraught when she receives a letter informing her that her investments have gone bad, leaving her bankrupt. As she hot-foots it to London to shout at the receivers, Tom discovers his apartment has rising damp.

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

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 3 - Bonneville Salt Flats, USA

The Go Jetters arrive at the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah, USA - a huge dry lakebed that's perfect for high-speed driving. Lars unveils the Turbo Zoomster, a racecar made for Xuli to break the Go Jet land speed record. Suddenly, Grandmaster Glitch arrives at the wheel of his suped-up dragster. He once lost a race to the current record holder, Ubercorn, and now he's back for a second go.

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 8

A dandy's revenge with Beau Legs, and persecuting pigeons.

Talking Pictures TV 8:15am (repeat)
Poster artwork

Innocents In Paris

Comic tale following a disparate group of British travellers in Paris over the course of a single weekend.

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

Brothers In Law

Series 2, Episode 5 - Polite Notice

Parking his car lands bungling barrister Roger in a jam.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:35am (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 9 - Love The One You're With

When he hears a wartime story, Gary is forced to rethink his vow never to change history.

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 19 - The Sleepover

Someone is making a mess every night in Justin's house, while Justin always wakes up tired in the morning. They discover that these two things may be related when Mr Maker comes round for a sleepover.

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.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9am (repeat)
Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Series 2, Episode 4 - Sweet Dreams Timmy

It is nap time but Timmy is too excited to sleep. While the other animals snooze, Timmy wants to play.

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

The Motion Show

Series 2, Episode 6

Dr Phil Hammond watches over proceedings in the quirky debating game, with guests Linda Smith, Stuart Maconie, Steve Punt and Chris Neill.

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 the second series from Britain's longest-running sitcom.

CITV 9:25am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 29 - Camping

An old photo album causes Bean to reminisce about summers at Scout camp as a boy, and sets him planning a night under the stars with Teddy. Purchasing a tent proves a problem, but nothing is going to stop him having a good time - even if he has to get the garden shed over the roof of his house.

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 6 - End Of The Road

The lights of Kathmandu are twinkling on the horizon, and a haunch of goat is roasting on an open fire. What can possibly go wrong?

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 9:35am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 8, Episode 9 - The Greatest Show In Willesden

Arthur's latest enterprise involves a Karaoke machine and his favourite ventriloquist act from the old days - Professor Pickford and Mystic Mickey.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 4, Episode 13 - More About Gone

Stop-motion preschool programme about the adventures of four inquisitive Twirlywoos.

CITV 9:40am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 30 - Chocks Away

When his model aeroplane is blown out of the sky by a rival kid's, Mr Bean sets his sights on revenge. Next day, his newly-constructed fighter plane is almost ready for take-off. But it lacks a vital part - and the model shop is shut! No matter, it is chocks away with Teddy at the controls, fighting for airspace over London N10.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:50am (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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20am (repeat)
One Foot In The Grave. Image shows from L to R: Margaret Meldrew (Annette Crosbie), Victor Meldrew (Richard Wilson). Copyright: BBC

One Foot In The Grave

Series 2, Episode 2 - We Have Put Her Living In The Tomb

Victor and Margaret agree to look after Kylie the tortoise whilst Margaret's god-daughter Jennifer goes on holiday. Meanwhile, they set about decorating the new house.

Radio 4 11:30am (repeat)
When The Dog Dies. Sandy Hopper (Ronnie Corbett). Copyright: CPL Productions

When The Dog Dies

Series 4, Episode 2 - The Call Of The Wild

Henry the dog takes up running away, and then granddaughter Calais runs away too.

Talking Pictures TV 12pm (repeat)
We Joined The Navy. Image shows left to right: Lieutenant Commander Robert 'Bodger' Badger (Kenneth More), Carol (Joan O'Brien). Credit: STUDIOCANAL

We Joined The Navy

Lieutenant Commander 'Bodger' Badger takes three young recruits under his wing, but they've a lot to learn before making it in the navy.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12pm (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 1, Episode 2 - A Rocky Start

Determined to settle down to a quiet, village life, Boycie's first job is to sack the farm manager and ingratiate himself with the locals. Marlene is scathing - the farm has no animals and no crops - so what do these people do all day? But, undeterred, Elgin talks Boycie into starting a proper farm and their first priority is to buy a bull from a bankrupt local farmer who is fond of a drink or two.

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 8

A dandy's revenge with Beau Legs, and persecuting pigeons.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:15pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 1 - Danger Mouse Begins... Again

Duty has called, and the world's greatest secret agent, Danger Mouse is blasting back onto our screens.

CITV 12:25pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

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

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

Brothers In Law

Series 2, Episode 5 - Polite Notice

Parking his car lands bungling barrister Roger in a jam.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40pm (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 5, Episode 6 - At Death's Door

While Penny - convinced she is on the precipice of entering the hereafter - has a routine, exploratory operation in hospital, Jean and Lionel find themselves playing host and emotional nursemaids to Stephen.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:40pm (repeat)
Scream Street

Scream Street

Series 1, Episode 26 - Trick Or Shriek

Luke finds out that Scream Street doesn't celebrate Halloween, and decides to introduce his friends to it. Unfortunately what start as innocent Halloween decorations end up as an army of man-eating pumpkins!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:50pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 19 - The Great Beanotown Bake-Off

Pieface's all time hero, Cherry Bakewell, is coming to Beanotown to judge the annual bake-off.

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 27, Episode 6 - Who's That Merry Man With Billy, Then?

Recruitment for Billy's Merry Men receives an unexpected boost.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20pm (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 14 - Sons Of The Sea

Mainwaring gets his hand on a boat and plans to set up river patrols. A practice run ends disastrously when the platoon get lost in fog and end up at sea. They can't really have drifted all of the way to Nazi-occupied France, can they?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:20pm (repeat)
The Dog Ate My Homework. Iain Stirling. Copyright: BBC

The Dog Ate My Homework

Series 2, Highlights Special - Compilation Show

In this special episode, Iain Stirling takes on the role of Stirling Holmes. As the world's greatest detective, he is trying to solve the strange case of the missing homework... which has been stolen by evil genius Professor Dogiarty.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 4, Episode 14 - More About Taller And Taller

Stop-motion preschool programme about the adventures of four inquisitive Twirlywoos.

U&Drama channel logo 1:40pm (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Image shows from L to R: Jeffrey Fairbrother (Simon Cadell), Gladys Pugh (Ruth Madoc). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 1, Episode 4 - The Day Of Reckoning

In the past, ex-jockey Fred Quilly took £300 from a race-gang to pull a horse. He failed to stop his horse winning and is convinced the gang are out for revenge.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:50pm (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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2pm (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.

U&Drama channel logo 2:20pm (repeat)
Are You Being Served?. Image shows from L to R: Mrs. Betty Slocombe (Mollie Sugden), Miss Shirley Brahms (Wendy Richard), Mr. Dick Lucas (Trevor Bannister), Mr. Cuthbert Rumbold (Nicholas Smith), Mr. Mash (Larry Martyn), Mr. Ernest Grainger (Arthur Brough), Mr. Wilberforce Humphries (John Inman), Captain Stephen Peacock (Frank Thornton). Copyright: BBC

Are You Being Served?

Series 1, Episode 3 - Camping In

A London Transport strike forces the staff to spend the night camped out on the floor. Of course, there are arguments about who gets the big tent, the nice pyjamas and a spot in the double bed.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:40pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 3, Episode 6 - Final Stretch

Godber's case is coming up before the parole board, and with his clean record and his O Levels, he's sure to sail through it. Unless his feud with Jarvis - all brawn but little brain - escalates. Can he turn the other cheek, or has a man got to do what a man's got to do?

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 2:55pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 8, Episode 10 - Too Many Crooks

Arthur starts a catering business.

Talking Pictures TV 3pm (repeat)
Miracle In Soho

Miracle In Soho

1950s romantic comedy about a road mender who falls in love with a woman about to emigrate.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

A selection of the second series from Britain's longest-running sitcom.

London Live 3:45pm (repeat)
The Cracksman. Ernest Wright (Charlie Drake). Copyright: Associated British Picture Corporation

The Cracksman

Comic crime caper starring Charlie Drake as a naïve and unwilling safe-cracker, jail-breaker and home-breaker.

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

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 10 - Prank Wars

Dennis discovers that Ralf the janitor is the legendary Prankmaster General and is told he could become his successor. Walter won't let this happen and challenges him to a prank battle to win Ralf's book of pranking - the infamous Prankypedia.

U&Drama channel logo 4pm (repeat)
You Rang, M'Lord?. Image shows from L to R: Ivy Teasdale (Su Pollard), Alfred 'Alf' Stokes (Paul Shane). Copyright: BBC

You Rang, M'Lord?

Series 1, Episode 3 - Love Or Money

Poppy arranges a secret assignation with James, and a fancy dress party is planned to celebrate Cissy's birthday which brings a few surprises.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4pm (repeat)
Strange Hill High. Image shows from L to R: Becky Butters, Mitchell Tanner, Templeton. Copyright: BBC / Factory Transmedia

Strange Hill High

Series 1, Episode 8 - Health & Safety

Forced to watch a grotty old 1970s health and safety film during the school's annual 'Safety Week', Mitchell, Becky and Templeton find themselves trapped inside the movie!

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

The Motion Show

Series 2, Episode 6

Dr Phil Hammond watches over proceedings in the quirky debating game, with guests Linda Smith, Stuart Maconie, Steve Punt and Chris Neill.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:10pm (repeat)
Carry On Henry. Henry VIII (Sid James). Copyright: Peter Rogers Productions

Carry On Henry

Historical hamming from the Carry On regulars. Henry VIII is up in arms about the garlic breath of his wife, Marie de Normandy.

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.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:30pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Frances (Miles Jupp), William Shakespeare (Tom Stourton), Jessica Ransom. Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

2016 Specials - Sensational Shakespeare

A special episode delving in to the life and times of the world's most famous writer: William Shakespeare.

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

Kathmandu Or Bust

Episode 6 - End Of The Road

The lights of Kathmandu are twinkling on the horizon, and a haunch of goat is roasting on an open fire. What can possibly go wrong?

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

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 20 - Show Bitzness

Everyone is practising their acts for the big talent show, and Purl has even made a beautiful sparkly curtain for the front of the stage.

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)
Stanley Baxter

The Stanley Baxter Playhouse

Series 7, Episode 1 - The Leaving of Barra

As he prepares to leave his home on the Hebridean island of Barra for ever, an old man remembers the love of his life.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:20pm (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Series 5, Episode 6 - At Death's Door

While Penny - convinced she is on the precipice of entering the hereafter - has a routine, exploratory operation in hospital, Jean and Lionel find themselves playing host and emotional nursemaids to Stephen.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:25pm (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 1, Episode 15 - Waffle & The Swimming Pool

Waffle has so much fun on a doggy playdate at Mr Willow's house that he decides to stay for a sleepover! The Brooklyn-Bells miss Waffle and can't wait for his return.

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 6 - The Prisoner

Nerves are fraying as Anthony's first night of Hay Fever looms, not helped by news of a dangerous prisoner loose in the area. Meanwhile, Damien contends with an angry neighbour.

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Image shows from L to R: Jeffrey Fairbrother (Simon Cadell), Gladys Pugh (Ruth Madoc). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 1, Episode 4 - The Day Of Reckoning

In the past, ex-jockey Fred Quilly took £300 from a race-gang to pull a horse. He failed to stop his horse winning and is convinced the gang are out for revenge.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (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 13 - No Spring For Frazer

When Frazer discovers that the butterfly spring for his Lewis gun has vanished, the platoon must face up to the reality of defending the coast without a machine gun. Unless they can find the piece, that is. Unfortunately, it could very well be inside a coffin - and not unaccompanied!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:05pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Queen Victoria (Sarah Hadland). Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 6, Episode 2 - Wicked William The Conqueror

Young William, Duke of Normandy, quarrels with Harold Godwinson about who should be King of England, before bashing the English and taking the crown at the famous Battle of Hastings in 1066! Meanwhile across the world, discover Chinese technology light years ahead of the dunderheaded Normans and Saxons in England, and meet one of the world's first scientists in Egypt.

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 6

Steve Punt, Hugh Dennis and guests Tamar Broadbent, George Fouracres, Ola and Ellie Taylor present the week via topical stand-up and sketches. Steve and Hugh also sit down with Russian émigré and stand-up comedian Olga Koch.

U&Drama channel logo 6:40pm (repeat)
Are You Being Served?. Image shows from L to R: Mrs. Betty Slocombe (Mollie Sugden), Miss Shirley Brahms (Wendy Richard), Mr. Dick Lucas (Trevor Bannister), Mr. Cuthbert Rumbold (Nicholas Smith), Mr. Mash (Larry Martyn), Mr. Ernest Grainger (Arthur Brough), Mr. Wilberforce Humphries (John Inman), Captain Stephen Peacock (Frank Thornton). Copyright: BBC

Are You Being Served?

Series 1, Episode 3 - Camping In

A London Transport strike forces the staff to spend the night camped out on the floor. Of course, there are arguments about who gets the big tent, the nice pyjamas and a spot in the double bed.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:40pm (repeat)
One Foot In The Grave. Image shows from L to R: Margaret Meldrew (Annette Crosbie), Victor Meldrew (Richard Wilson). Copyright: BBC

One Foot In The Grave

Series 2, Episode 2 - We Have Put Her Living In The Tomb

Victor and Margaret agree to look after Kylie the tortoise whilst Margaret's god-daughter Jennifer goes on holiday. Meanwhile, they set about decorating the new house.

U&Dave channel logo 7pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Susan Calman, Stephen Fry, Aisling Bea, Sandi Toksvig. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series M, Episode 5 - Maths

With Aisling Bea, Sandi Toksvig and Susan Calman.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7pm (repeat)
A Close Shave. Credit: BBC, Aardman Animations

A Close Shave

Wallace's whirlwind romance with the proprietor of the local wool shop puts his head in a spin; but not all is well for Gromit.

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 8

A dandy's revenge with Beau Legs, and persecuting pigeons.

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 27, Episode 6 - Who's That Merry Man With Billy, Then?

Recruitment for Billy's Merry Men receives an unexpected boost.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 3, Episode 6 - Final Stretch

Godber's case is coming up before the parole board, and with his clean record and his O Levels, he's sure to sail through it. Unless his feud with Jarvis - all brawn but little brain - escalates. Can he turn the other cheek, or has a man got to do what a man's got to do?

CITV 7:25pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

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

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

Brothers In Law

Series 2, Episode 5 - Polite Notice

Parking his car lands bungling barrister Roger in a jam.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (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 14 - Sons Of The Sea

Mainwaring gets his hand on a boat and plans to set up river patrols. A practice run ends disastrously when the platoon get lost in fog and end up at sea. They can't really have drifted all of the way to Nazi-occupied France, can they?

Horror Channel 8:30pm (repeat)
Severance

Severance

Darkly comic horror film about a team-building exercise that goes disastrously wrong. Stars Danny Dyer, Tim McInnerny and Laura Harris.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 8:30pm
30 min
Room 101. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 7, Highlights Special - Bonus Bellyaches

Frank Skinner hosts a special edition of the comedy panel show featuring the best bits from the series and loads of unseen footage. Topics include dabbing, people who love the outdoors and The Archers.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (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.

Talking Pictures TV 9pm (repeat)
The Naked Truth. Lord Mayley (Terry-Thomas). Copyright: Rank Organisation

The Naked Truth

Comedy following a group of people being blackmailed by the editor of a gossip magazine.

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

Series 7, Christmas Special

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

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm (repeat)
Four Weddings And A Funeral. Image shows from L to R: Carrie (Andie MacDowell), Charles (Hugh Grant)

Four Weddings And A Funeral

A gentle comedy about a group of friends who keep meeting at weddings; disappointingly, the ceremonies are never their own.

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 5

Mansour Bellow introduces host Kane Brown once more, with comics Benjamin Bello and Felicity Ethnic.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series I, Episode 9 - Illness

With Jo Brand, Ben Goldacre and Andy Hamilton.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Alice Tinker (Emma Chambers), Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 1, Episode 3 - Community Spirit

The time has come to organise Dibley's annual autumn fayre, and after raising a measly £200 last year, there are murmurs to support cancelling the event. The vicar however, is determined that she can book a real celebrity to open festivities rather than some local nobody, and a solution appears to come when Alice reveals her early-balding cousin is one 'Reg Dwight'...

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm
30 min
Have I Got News For You. Jeremy Paxman

Have I Got News For You

Series 55, Episode 1

Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Jeremy Paxman and panellists Steph McGovern and Josh Widdicombe.

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Steptoe And Son

Series 1, Episode 5 - The Holiday

Harold announces his intention to go on holiday abroad, alone, next year - but Albert wants them to go back to Bognor together as usual.

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The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Alice Tinker (Emma Chambers), Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 1, Episode 4 - The Window & The Weather

In the fiercest storm to hit Dibley since... well, let's not go there; a tree falls through the church's great stained-glass window. After struggling to even recall what the original image depicted, the vicar's shocked by the costs of stained glass and begins a fund-raising exercise.

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In The Long Run. Walter (Idris Elba). Copyright: Sprout Pictures

In The Long Run

Series 1, Episode 3

Valentine signs up for open trials at Leyton Orient football club. Meanwhile, Agnes and Kirsty discover their elderly neighbour Ernie has been dead for days.

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30 min
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Wild Wild Web

Episode 3

Humza Arshad is joined by Archie Manners and Rios Fredrika as the fight begins! They are put through their paces on everything from missing marshmallows to smart phone DIY.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
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Episodes

Series 5, Episode 2

The video of Matt's escapade with the girl in the box goes viral.

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Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain

Mock The Week

A selection of episodes from the 11th and 12th series of the satirical panel game.

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 6 - The Prisoner

Nerves are fraying as Anthony's first night of Hay Fever looms, not helped by news of a dangerous prisoner loose in the area. Meanwhile, Damien contends with an angry neighbour.

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30 min
Lee And Dean. Image shows from L to R: Lee (Miles Chapman), Dean (Mark O'Sullivan)

Lee And Dean

Series 1, Episode 2

Lee is brooding over the fact that Dean is dating Mrs Bryce D'Souza - he's broken the un-written rule.

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Duck Quacks Don't Echo

Series 1, Episode 1

Let the games begin as funnyman Dara O Briain, former Spice Girl Melanie Chisholm and Stella herself, Ruth Jones, join Lee Mack.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
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The Show What You Wrote

Series 2, Episode 3 - Art & Literature

Another episode of the themed sketch show made entirely from contributions sent in by the public. With guest actor Darren Kuppan.

Channel 5 logo 10:35pm (repeat)
Greatest Celebrity Wind-Ups Ever!

Greatest Celebrity Wind-Ups Ever!

Series 1, Episode 4

This episode's highlights include Olly Murs pranking Caroline Flack with a terrifying driverless car journey.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:35pm
45 min
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The Graham Norton Show

Series 23, Episode 1 - Emily Blunt, John Krasinski, Tom Holland, Kylie Minogue

Emily Blunt says taking on Mary Poppins was terrifying, John Krasinski reveals he's watched The Devil Wears Prada 72 times, Tom Holland says Madonna was unimpressed by his dance moves and Kylie Minogue reveals she wanted to be the blonde one from ABBA.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 20, Episode 8

In this edition, in honour of American Independence Day, Aisling is joined by Rizzle Kicks' Jordan Stephens and comedian Desiree Burch, while Rob teams up with Loose Women panellist Ayda Field and comic Dane Baptiste to uncover the top things that America has given the world.

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Smack The Pony. Image shows from L to R: Fiona Allen, Sally Phillips, Doon Mackichan

Smack The Pony

Series 1, Episode 2

Be careful who you let use the photocopier before you. There's a graphic response to the question, do you like my outfit? And two women try to enjoy the great outdoors without bumping into anyone.

U&W channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Smithy (James Corden), Pam (Alison Steadman), Mick (Larry Lamb). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 1, Episode 5

The bride-to-be has her hen party, while Gavin embarks on two stag nights.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Kevin Eldon Will See You Now. Kevin Eldon

Kevin Eldon Will See You Now

Series 2, Episode 2 - You May Know Me As Dudley

In this episode, we get to shape some hedges, eat some cheese, annoy an alligator and play an exciting round of Ten Man's Nancy.

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A League Of Their Own

Series 7, Episode 2

Three members of One Direction and Radio 1 DJ Sara Cox are the guests joining James Corden, Jamie Redknapp, Freddie Flintoff and Jack Whitehall.

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Smack The Pony. Image shows from L to R: Fiona Allen, Sally Phillips, Doon Mackichan

Smack The Pony

Series 1, Episode 3

An exuberant case of mistaken identity. A photocopier malfunction gets a little bit cheeky. Do vitamin supplements work? And a door-stepper is pleased to be invited in, but gets a nude awakening.

U&Drama channel logo 11:20pm (repeat)
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Birds Of A Feather

Series 2, Episode 12 - Old Friends

Sharon feels left out and jealous when Tracey invites her old best friend Trish to stay. Things soon turn around when Tracey becomes tired of Trish's obsession with the past and Sharon starts to bond with her.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:20pm
35 min
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Rob Beckett's Playing For Time

Episode 2

Rob is joined on his time travel adventure by Asim Chaudhry, as they stop off in the late 1990s to play classics like Sega Bass Fishing, while also taking in the news, TV, music and fashion of the time.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

A Look Back At The Nineties

Episode 2 - 1996

Episode 2, 1996: Kate Robbins, Brian Perkins and Chris Barrie take a satirical look back at the decade that had yet to happen.

U&W channel logo 11:40pm (repeat)
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Russell Howard's Good News

Series 10, Episode 2

Russell looks at Chinese President Xi Jinping's state visit, product placement in the new James Bond film and a man who punched a bear in the face.

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Nathan Barley. Nathan Barley (Nicholas Burns). Copyright: TalkbackThames

Nathan Barley

Comedy series which mercilessly parodies the lifestyles of young London media types.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight (repeat)
QI. Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series B, Episode 9 - Bats

With Josie Lawrence, John Sessions and Rich Hall.

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Rising Damp Fovever

Episode 1 - Part One

The first in a two part documentary series about Rising Damp. Series creator Eric Chappell reveals the inspiration behind his comic creation and its journey to our screens.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:25am (repeat)
Nathan Barley. Nathan Barley (Nicholas Burns). Copyright: TalkbackThames

Nathan Barley

Comedy series which mercilessly parodies the lifestyles of young London media types.

U&Dave channel logo 12:40am (repeat)
QI. Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series B, Episode 10 - Bills

With Clive Anderson, Phil Kay and John Sessions.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:55am (repeat)
Smack The Pony. Image shows from L to R: Fiona Allen, Sally Phillips, Doon Mackichan

Smack The Pony

Series 1, Episode 2

Be careful who you let use the photocopier before you. There's a graphic response to the question, do you like my outfit? And two women try to enjoy the great outdoors without bumping into anyone.

Comedy Central Extra 1am (repeat)
Bad Robots. Copyright: Objective Productions

Bad Robots

Series 1, Episode 3

Holiday-makers in Cardiff face a tourist information machine that's full of nonsense facts, commuters keen to get across town are driven nuts trying to order a taxi with Cab B.O.T, and the Construct-a-Bear machine gets saucy in Brighton.

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In The Long Run. Walter (Idris Elba). Copyright: Sprout Pictures

In The Long Run

Series 1, Episode 3

Valentine signs up for open trials at Leyton Orient football club. Meanwhile, Agnes and Kirsty discover their elderly neighbour Ernie has been dead for days.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 1:05am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 8, Episode 10 - Too Many Crooks

Arthur starts a catering business.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 1:15am (repeat)
Rising Damp Fovever. Copyright: Shiver Productions

Rising Damp Fovever

Episode 2 - Part Two

Part two reveals how the series continued to be a success, eventually spawning a feature length film.

U&Dave channel logo 1:20am (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Andy Parsons, Chris Addison. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 11, Episode 5

Dara O'Briain, Hugh Dennis, Andy Parsons and Chris Addison look back at the Wimbledon final and ahead at the final preparations for the London Olympics, with the help of guests Josh Widdicombe, Miles Jupp and Milton Jones.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:30am (repeat)
Smack The Pony. Image shows from L to R: Fiona Allen, Sally Phillips, Doon Mackichan

Smack The Pony

Series 1, Episode 3

An exuberant case of mistaken identity. A photocopier malfunction gets a little bit cheeky. Do vitamin supplements work? And a door-stepper is pleased to be invited in, but gets a nude awakening.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2am (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Alice Tinker (Emma Chambers), Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 1, Episode 4 - The Window & The Weather

In the fiercest storm to hit Dibley since... well, let's not go there; a tree falls through the church's great stained-glass window. After struggling to even recall what the original image depicted, the vicar's shocked by the costs of stained glass and begins a fund-raising exercise.

U&Dave channel logo 2am (repeat)
QI. Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series B, Episode 9 - Bats

With Josie Lawrence, John Sessions and Rich Hall.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 2:05am (repeat)
Rising Damp. Rupert Rigsby (Leonard Rossiter). Copyright: Black Lion Films

Rising Damp

Film adaptation of the popular ITV sitcom. Middle-aged Rigsby plays landlord to college tutor Ruth Jones, medical student Philip and art student John.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:35am (repeat)
Nathan Barley. Nathan Barley (Nicholas Burns). Copyright: TalkbackThames

Nathan Barley

Comedy series which mercilessly parodies the lifestyles of young London media types.

U&Dave channel logo 2:40am (repeat)
QI. Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series B, Episode 10 - Bills

With Clive Anderson, Phil Kay and John Sessions.

Talking Pictures TV 3am (repeat)
Sailor Beware. Image shows from L to R: Carnoustie Bligh (Gordon Jackson), Emma Hornett (Peggy Mount), Albert Tufnell (Ronald Lewis). Copyright: Remus Films

Sailor Beware

1950s farce starring Peggy Mount as a formidable mother who scares her daughter's naval fiancé.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:05am (repeat)
Nathan Barley. Nathan Barley (Nicholas Burns). Copyright: TalkbackThames

Nathan Barley

Comedy series which mercilessly parodies the lifestyles of young London media types.

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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 18, Episode 7

The boys are back to jest over another week's polls, with Jamie Cullum, Kirsty Young, Joe Wilkinson and Katherine Ryan.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:30am (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Alice Tinker (Emma Chambers), Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 1, Episode 3 - Community Spirit

The time has come to organise Dibley's annual autumn fayre, and after raising a measly £200 last year, there are murmurs to support cancelling the event. The vicar however, is determined that she can book a real celebrity to open festivities rather than some local nobody, and a solution appears to come when Alice reveals her early-balding cousin is one 'Reg Dwight'...

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

The Motion Show

Series 2, Episode 6

Dr Phil Hammond watches over proceedings in the quirky debating game, with guests Linda Smith, Stuart Maconie, Steve Punt and Chris Neill.

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

Kathmandu Or Bust

Episode 6 - End Of The Road

The lights of Kathmandu are twinkling on the horizon, and a haunch of goat is roasting on an open fire. What can possibly go wrong?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
Stanley Baxter

The Stanley Baxter Playhouse

Series 7, Episode 1 - The Leaving of Barra

As he prepares to leave his home on the Hebridean island of Barra for ever, an old man remembers the love of his life.

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

In And Out Of The Kitchen

Series 3, Episode 6 - The Prisoner

Nerves are fraying as Anthony's first night of Hay Fever looms, not helped by news of a dangerous prisoner loose in the area. Meanwhile, Damien contends with an angry neighbour.

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