British Comedy Guide

Schedule Friday 13th April 2018

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

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 15 - Covering

The Twirlywoos see a tablecloth covering a table and decide to cover some things of their own. Back in the Boat everyone gets covered in spots! How will they get rid of them?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
Stanley Baxter

The Stanley Baxter Playhouse

Series 7, Episode 2 - The Flying Scotsman

A whodunnit set on the great Flying Scotsman in the days of steam. Stanley Baxter stars as the guard in charge.

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

Lucky Feller

Episode 8 - The Families Meet

In high excitement, Shorty Mepstead has asked Kath and her parents to Sunday dinner. He plans to make a Very Important Announcement...

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy

The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy

The Hexagonal Phase, Episode 6 - Fit The Thirty-Second

The Vogons have arrived. Can Thor (with the help of a contract to become God of Nano) save the day?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40am (repeat)
Lucky Feller. Bernard 'Shorty' Mepstead (David Jason). Copyright: London Weekend Television

Lucky Feller

Episode 9 - Where There's Life There's Soap

When the machines at the launderette break down and start spewing out soap suds on a Sunday afternoon, Shorty and Randy are hired by the owner to get his 'automated, computerised' system running again. Not a good time for the truth to be revealed about Randy and Kath!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:45am
15 min
The Zoo

The Zoo

Series 2, Episode 5 - Otter Madness

The zoo's animals love learning new tricks - Clara the seal can jump, Cheryl the cheetah can touch a ball with her nose and Duchess the elephant can hold her legs in the air.

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

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 31 - Loch Ness, Scotland

The Go Jetters visit Loch Ness in Scotland. But when Glitch arrives, things soon go from Nessie to messy.

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 9

Worries over Bill Oddie's singing voice and Shakespeare's funny side.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:10am (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 6

Harvey's been running Bayview so well that the board have decided to launch the Bayview name and formula as a national franchise opportunity for others. But first they need to film a promotional video.

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

Brothers In Law

Series 2, Episode 6 - Circling The Square

Lawyer Roger Thursby defends an author whose publisher refuses to print his new book.

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 2 - The Dusterlings

Robert has brought four dusters to life to help dust and tidy around Justin's House, but the mischievous Dusterlings soon go rogue, making a mess of the house and tickling anyone that moves.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:50am (repeat)
Goodnight Sweetheart. Image shows from L to R: Yvonne Sparrow (Emma Amos), Gary Sparrow (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Phoebe Sparrow (Elizabeth Carling). Copyright: Alomo Productions / BBC

Goodnight Sweetheart

Series 6, Episode 4 - Grief Encounter

Phoebe loses patience when Gary backs out of the limelight. Does she have more than a brief encounter on her mind? Meanwhile, tensions in LA over Yvonne's American operations rise exponentially.

Forces TV 8:50am (repeat)
Goodnight Sweetheart. Image shows from L to R: Yvonne Sparrow (Emma Amos), Gary Sparrow (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Phoebe Sparrow (Elizabeth Carling). Copyright: Alomo Productions / BBC

Goodnight Sweetheart

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 9 - Timmy Rings The Bell

Mittens proudly shows off the shiny new bell on her collar but is inconsolable when it goes missing.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
It's Your Round. Angus Deayton. Copyright: BBC

It's Your Round

Series 2, Episode 1

Angus Deayton is joined by Fred MacAulay, Josie Long, Miles Jupp and Nick Helm for a new series of the panel show where all the rounds are invented by the panellists themselves.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:25am (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 9:25am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 39 - Hopping Mad

Mr Bean's landlady has invited the Mayor for tea. But the frogspawn in Mr Bean's bath have hatched out and hundreds of agitated amphibians invite themselves as well. Can Mr Bean catch all the slippery little things?

Forces TV 9:25am (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)
After Henry. Image shows from L to R: Sarah France (Prunella Scales), Clare (Geraldine Cowper), Eleanor (Joan Sanderson). Copyright: BBC

After Henry

Series 3, Episode 1 - Wedding Bells

Eleanor has plans for nuptials in the family, but the family has other ideas.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 4, Episode 18 - More About Upside Down

The Twirlywoos are in a very smart cafe, hiding behind some upside down cups.

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

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 40 - A Grand Invitation

Mr Bean meets an aristocratic old lady when he nearly runs over her dog in his Mini. He is thrilled to be invited for luncheon at her grand but strangely shabby mansion. He is so busy with matters of protocol that he does not notice that the lady and her sinister butler are not quite what they seem.

Radio 4 10:45am
15 min
Frances Tomelty

How Does That Make You Feel?

Series 9, Episode 5

Having been asked to appear on a TV reality show, Richard imagines the revival of his flagging career. However, he now suspects he may have become the butt of some ghastly joke.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20am (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 4 - Fair Shares

Lady Lavender has decided where her shares are going and Ivy is in trouble for what she saw at the fancy dress party the night before.

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

When The Dog Dies

Series 4, Episode 3 - Ships That Pass

Sandy is worried about memory loss. His son has a morbid fear of sofas. Sandy could help but he has booked a holiday in an igloo with a man he does not really like.

Forces TV 11:55am (repeat)
Shine On Harvey Moon. Image shows from L to R: Harvey Moon (Kenneth Cranham), Stanley (Lee Whitlock)

Shine On Harvey Moon

Series 2, Episode 2 - A Deal With The Devil

Harvey's pal Lou gets involved in black market activities and falls foul of the police, while Rita gets close to a new man-friend.

U&Drama channel logo 12pm (repeat)
Lovejoy. Lovejoy (Ian McShane). Copyright: FremantleMedia

Lovejoy

Series 1, Episode 5 - The Judas Pair

Murder and theft lead Lovejoy into a deadly game with a mysterious collector, whose passion for antique pistols is strong enough to kill again.

Talking Pictures TV 12pm (repeat)
Dentist In The Chair. Image shows from L to R: David Cookson (Bob Monkhouse), Sam Field (Kenneth Connor)

Dentist In The Chair

Comedy with Bob Monkhouse, Peggy Cummings and Kenneth Connor. A burglar breaks into the wrong shop and steals medical instruments instead of silver.

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 9

Worries over Bill Oddie's singing voice and Shakespeare's funny side.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20pm (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 2, Episode 1 - Testing Times

Sleepless nights, confusion over chemicals and an EU farm inspection - just a normal day on the farm for Boycie and Marlene.... until Boycie loses his hair!

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 6 - Circling The Square

Lawyer Roger Thursby defends an author whose publisher refuses to print his new book.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:50pm (repeat)
Hacker Time. Copyright: BBC

Hacker Time

Series 6, Episode 5 - Isabel Clifton and Matthew Ashforde

Isabel Clifton and Matthew Ashforde, who play Hetty and Mr Cranbourne, are Hacker's guests. Look out for Hacker's homage to Hetty Feather and his song all about the harrowing past. Also, X marks the spot when Admiral Lawnmower and his crew reach their final destination.

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 28, Episode 2 - What Happened To The Horse?

An innocuous forest becomes the focus of ghostly rumours.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1pm (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 6, Episode 4 - What's Wrong With Mrs. Bale?

Even by Mrs. Bale's standards, her mood is particularly fractured and Jean, Rocky and Madge are dying to know what is wrong. Could it be a man? Lionel, meanwhile, is feeling unwell.

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

The Dog Ate My Homework

Series 4, Episode 4

Iain Stirling is joined by child team captains Toby and Daisy and special guests Ben Shires, Suzi Ruffell, Stu Goldsmith and Bec Hill.

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

Breaking The News

Series 9, Episode 7

This week's show features Tiffany Stevenson, Raymond Mearns, Aaron Gillies and Hannah McGill.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 4, Episode 18 - More About Upside Down

The Twirlywoos are in a very smart cafe, hiding behind some upside down cups.

U&Drama channel logo 1:40pm (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Ted Bovis (Paul Shane). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 2, Episode 3 - Lift Up Your Minds

Ex-professor Fairbrother gives campers a recital of classical music.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:40pm (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 4, Episode 6 - Absent Friends

Mainwaring is shocked to find that in his absence most of the platoon have not turned up for parade and are instead playing darts with the ARP Wardens. Things get worse when Mainwaring is called upon to help with the arrest of a member of the IRA.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:50pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Mathew Baynton, Martha Howe-Douglas, Laurence Rickard. Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 3, Episode 12

More historically accurate blood, guts, grime and gore from the Horrible Histories team.

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 2, Episode 3 - The Think Tank

The staff are forced to brainstorm ideas to help combat sagging sales on their floor. Holding a fashion show comes to mind.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:20pm (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 3, Episode 2 - Healthy Competition

Rodney has become disillusioned with being Del's look-out, and announces his intention to set up business with Mickey Pearce.

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

Minder

Series 9, Episode 2 - No Way To Treat A Daley

The chance acquisition of a giant balloon introduces Arthur to the lucrative world of aerial advertising.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3pm (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.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:45pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 4 - Ernest Penfold And The Half-Price Wand

The streets of are London teeming with hundreds of wannabe wizards, all brandishing identical wands. After discovering that the wands are mass-produced shavings from Merlin's legendary staff, DM and Penfold set out to stop Quark's latest money-making scheme by reuniting the staff with its rightful owner.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 3:50pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Stan Butler (Reg Varney). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 6, Episode 5 - Union Trouble

Blakey's latest tactics - early closing of the canteen and sacking its staff - leads Jack to call a strike; but when management offer him a sweetener the union pulls its backing, leaving Stan to strike alone. He initially stages a bus sit-in, but is soon back at home decorating the kitchen.

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 2, Episode 3 - Money Talks

The Bishop is collecting for his charity auction, Lady Lavender throws her money out of the window and light-fingered Alf, resourceful as ever, has a plan.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4pm (repeat)
It's Your Round. Angus Deayton. Copyright: BBC

It's Your Round

Series 2, Episode 1

Angus Deayton is joined by Fred MacAulay, Josie Long, Miles Jupp and Nick Helm for a new series of the panel show where all the rounds are invented by the panellists themselves.

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.

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

On The Buses

Series 6, Episode 6 - Bye Bye Blakey

Whilst the company puts all employees through a medical, Stand and Jack overhear Blakey tell the doctor this his "days are numbered", and, overcome with remorse with the way they have treated the inspector in the past, swear to be kind to him during his last few hours on Earth...

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30pm (repeat)
After Henry. Image shows from L to R: Sarah France (Prunella Scales), Clare (Geraldine Cowper), Eleanor (Joan Sanderson). Copyright: BBC

After Henry

Series 3, Episode 1 - Wedding Bells

Eleanor has plans for nuptials in the family, but the family has other ideas.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:45pm (repeat)
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 5 - Monster Mountain

Bob wants to plant a sign on the top of Mount Robo-Bob, so they set off in grippy shoes to climb it.

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 1, Episode 5 - The Birthday Girl

Flora's birthday has arrived, and she's convinced that she'll be getting a colour television.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5pm (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 2, Episode 1 - Testing Times

Sleepless nights, confusion over chemicals and an EU farm inspection - just a normal day on the farm for Boycie and Marlene.... until Boycie loses his hair!

U&Drama channel logo 5pm (repeat)
Lovejoy. Lovejoy (Ian McShane). Copyright: FremantleMedia

Lovejoy

Series 1, Episode 5 - The Judas Pair

Murder and theft lead Lovejoy into a deadly game with a mysterious collector, whose passion for antique pistols is strong enough to kill again.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
Stanley Baxter

The Stanley Baxter Playhouse

Series 7, Episode 2 - The Flying Scotsman

A whodunnit set on the great Flying Scotsman in the days of steam. Stanley Baxter stars as the guard in charge.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:15pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 4 - The Sahara Desert, Africa

Glitch makes a sandcastle around an oasis in the Sahara. Can the Go Jetters save the day?

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

Rising Damp

Series 4, Episode 4 - Pink Carnations

Rigsby decides he must finally move on, giving up on Miss Jones and filing for divorce. He places an advert in the local newspaper, but his search for love doesn't run entirely smoothly.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:25pm (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?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy

The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy

The Hexagonal Phase, Episode 6 - Fit The Thirty-Second

The Vogons have arrived. Can Thor (with the help of a contract to become God of Nano) save the day?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:40pm (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 6, Episode 4 - What's Wrong With Mrs. Bale?

Even by Mrs. Bale's standards, her mood is particularly fractured and Jean, Rocky and Madge are dying to know what is wrong. Could it be a man? Lionel, meanwhile, is feeling unwell.

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Ted Bovis (Paul Shane). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 2, Episode 3 - Lift Up Your Minds

Ex-professor Fairbrother gives campers a recital of classical music.

Forces TV 6pm (repeat)
Shine On Harvey Moon. Image shows from L to R: Harvey Moon (Kenneth Cranham), Stanley (Lee Whitlock)

Shine On Harvey Moon

Series 2, Episode 2 - A Deal With The Devil

Harvey's pal Lou gets involved in black market activities and falls foul of the police, while Rita gets close to a new man-friend.

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

Scream Street

Series 1, Episode 11 - The Brown Lagoon

Mr Watson is still terrified of the monsters in Scream Street, so Luke and Mrs Watson decide to take him on a relaxing weekend camping.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:20pm (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 4, Episode 5 - Don't Fence Me In

The platoon replace the resident guards at Walmington's local prison-of-war camp. The fact that the camp is full of Italians instead of Germans makes the job less appealing, but things become more interesting when it is suspected that Walker is helping the prisoners to escape.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:20pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Mathew Baynton, Jim Howick, Ben Willbond, Simon Farnaby, Martha Howe-Douglas. Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 4, Highlights Special - Scary Special

Horrible Histories favourite Death of 'Stupid Death' fame presents his very own show full of spooky highlights.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
The News Quiz. Andy Zaltzman

The News Quiz

Series 96, Episode 1

Miles Jupp is joined by Angela Barnes, Andy Hamilton, Zoe Lyons and Hugo Rifkind for a satirical look at the week's news. This week the panel discuss Theresa May's response to the chemical attacks in Syria, Donald Trump's lawyer's uninvited guests and an overpriced bag of stones.

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 28, Episode 10 - Sinclair And The Wormley Witches

Sinclair believes he has been cursed, so Trudy, Entwistle and Alvin unwisely decide to exorcise him.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (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 4 - Fair Shares

Lady Lavender has decided where her shares are going and Ivy is in trouble for what she saw at the fancy dress party the night before.

U&Dave channel logo 7pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Dermot O'Leary, Stephen Fry, Cariad Lloyd, Phill Jupitus. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series M, Episode 10 - Making A Meal Of It

With Phill Jupitus, Cariad Lloyd and Dermot O'Leary.

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 9

Worries over Bill Oddie's singing voice and Shakespeare's funny side.

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 28, Episode 2 - What Happened To The Horse?

An innocuous forest becomes the focus of ghostly rumours.

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 6 - Circling The Square

Lawyer Roger Thursby defends an author whose publisher refuses to print his new book.

Radio 4 7:45pm (repeat)
Frances Tomelty

How Does That Make You Feel?

Series 9, Episode 5

Having been asked to appear on a TV reality show, Richard imagines the revival of his flagging career. However, he now suspects he may have become the butt of some ghastly joke.

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 4, Episode 6 - Absent Friends

Mainwaring is shocked to find that in his absence most of the platoon have not turned up for parade and are instead playing darts with the ARP Wardens. Things get worse when Mainwaring is called upon to help with the arrest of a member of the IRA.

Comedy Central 8pm (repeat)
Your Face Or Mine. Copyright: Talkback

Your Face Or Mine

Series 3, Episode 4

It's game on for Shan and Billy to judge all kinds of faces for the chance to win thousands of pounds.

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 3, Episode 3 - Friday The 14th

Del's weekend fishing trip to Boycie's country cottage strangely coincides with a local restaurant owner's need for cheap fish. On the journey they are stopped by the police who inform them of an escaped killer who is believed to be in the vicinity. They arrive at the empty cottage with a sense of foreboding...

U&Yesterday channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?. Image shows from L to R: Terry Collier (James Bolam), Bob Ferris (Rodney Bewes). Copyright: BBC

Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?

A selection of episodes from the first series.

Comedy Central 9pm
60 min version
(repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Terry Alderton, Adam Hills, Andi Osho. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 9, Episode 4 - Adam Hills, Andi Osho, Terry Alderton

Adam Hills is joined by Andi Osho and Terry Alderton.

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 6

The comics tonight are Travis J and Shabba.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Fawlty Towers. Image shows from L to R: Manuel (Andrew Sachs), Basil Fawlty (John Cleese), Sybil Fawlty (Prunella Scales), Polly (Connie Booth). Copyright: BBC

Fawlty Towers

A selection of episodes from the second series of the hotel-based sitcom.

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 5 - Election

The council elections are impending, and David's standing for re-election. When Geraldine unknowingly criticises his performance, the locals decide she'd be a far better candidate. For a woman with no political intent it's a daunting prospect, but David could be willing to strike a bargain...

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 One. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm
30 min
Have I Got News For You. Victoria Coren Mitchell

Have I Got News For You

Series 55, Episode 2

Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Victoria Coren Mitchell and panellists Richard Osman and Val McDermid.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (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 6 - Animals

Geraldine's idea of a special service to bless and celebrate animals - the focus of much of the rural village's life - is welcomed warmly by her flock, but soon finds Dibley ridiculed in the national tabloids. Could this lead to her departure from the community already?

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
In The Long Run. Image shows from L to R: Kobna (Sammy Kamara), Dean (Mattie Boys)

In The Long Run

Series 1, Episode 4

Walter's goddaughter Cynthia ropes the family in to help arrange her engagement party when he own father refuses to support her and her fiancé.

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

Brothers With No Game

Series 2, Episode 4

More from the Brothers With No Game.

Together channel logo. 10pm
30 min
Wild Wild Web. Humza Arshad. Copyright: Big Deal Films

Wild Wild Web

Episode 4

Join Humza Arshad, Archie Manners and Rio Fredrika for this week's internet clash. Watch and see who makes it to get a mention on Humza's Heroes.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
Episodes. Image shows from L to R: Carol Rance (Kathleen Rose Perkins), Merc Lapidus (John Pankow)

Episodes

Series 5, Episode 3

Matt tries to convince Sean and Beverly to leave The Opposite of Us and create his next show. Carol hits rock bottom. But she finds solace in the most unlikely of places.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy

The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy

The Hexagonal Phase, Episode 6 - Fit The Thirty-Second

The Vogons have arrived. Can Thor (with the help of a contract to become God of Nano) save the day?

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
30 min
Lee And Dean. Dean (Mark O'Sullivan)

Lee And Dean

Series 1, Episode 3

Lee and Dean carry out their first ever job for a gay couple. Meanwhile, Mrs. Bryce-D'Souza and Nikki start to develop an unlikely friendship.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 10:30pm (repeat)
Duck Quacks Don't Echo. Lee Mack. Copyright: Magnum Media

Duck Quacks Don't Echo

Series 1, Episode 2

Olivia Colman, Rhod Gilbert and The Great British Bake Off judge Paul Hollywood attempt to out-fact each other.

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

Brothers With No Game

Series 2, Episode 5

More from the Brothers With No Game.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
The Show What You Wrote. Image shows from L to R: Helen Moon, Fiona Clarke, Gavin Webster. Copyright: BBC

The Show What You Wrote

Series 2, Episode 4 - Science & Nature

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

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:35pm
45 min
The Graham Norton Show. Graham Norton. Credit: So Television, Christopher Baines

The Graham Norton Show

Series 23, Episode 2 - Dwayne Johnson, Naomie Harris, Martin Freeman, Roger Daltrey

Dwayne Johnson talks about fatherhood, Naomie Harris reveals she's cleared her diary for Bond, Martin Freeman says he loved being scared and Roger Daltrey talks about life, death and his wild days.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:35pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Rob Beckett, Jimmy Carr, Aisling Bea. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 20, Episode 10

In this show, Aisling is joined by Joel Dommett and James Acaster, while Rob teams up with Joe Swash and Roisin Conaty, to discuss their most memorable moments from school.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40pm (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC / BocPix

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Series 3, Episode 1 - Mammy's Spell

The family celebrate the baptism of Dermot and Maria's triplets with a party, and the hypnotist puts Agnes and Winnie under his spell.

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), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Smithy (James Corden). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 2, Episode 4

Mick becomes a minor celebrity for the night after appearing on the news.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm
60 min version
(repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Kevin Eldon Will See You Now. Kevin Eldon

Kevin Eldon Will See You Now

Series 2, Episode 4 - The Troublesome Gobstopper

Carpentry, subatomic physics, Winston Churchill and how to deal with troublesome slugs all come under the microscope. Not really the best instrument for examining any of these things, one would've thought, but there you go.

Channel 5 logo 11:05pm (repeat)
Greatest Celebrity Wind-Ups Ever!

Greatest Celebrity Wind-Ups Ever!

Series 1, Episode 5

Ant & Dec send Dermot O'Leary on a supermarket shopping trip like no other. Justin Bieber pranks Taylor Swift and almost makes her cry, while Cheryl Baker recalls being stitched up by legendary prankster Jeremy Beadle.

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 3, Episode 2 - Tinker, Tailor...

Sharon and Tracey find themselves under investigation.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:20pm
35 min
Rob Beckett's Playing For Time. Image shows from L to R: Rob Beckett, Josh Widdicombe. Copyright: Rumpus Media

Rob Beckett's Playing For Time

Episode 3

Rob is joined on his time travel adventure by Josh Widdicombe, stopping off to play classics like California Games while taking in the news, TV, music and fashion of the time.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:25pm
Wannabe. Maxine (Lily Brazier)

Wannabe

Episode 1 - Wannabe

Maxine is left with a dilemma when pop group Sweet Gyal threaten to ditch her. Should she accept that her glory days are over, or reclaim the spotlight for herself?

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

A Look Back At The Nineties

Episode 3 - 1997

Episode 3: Brian Perkins, Kate Robbins and Chris Barrie 'look back' at the decade that was yet to happen.

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

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 10, Episode 4

Russell looks at government surveillance in the UK, plotting cats and stressed out seven-year-olds.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:55pm (repeat)
Smack The Pony. Image shows from L to R: Fiona Allen, Sally Phillips, Doon Mackichan

Smack The Pony

Series 1, Episode 4

The heights some go to for a smoke. A home viewing gives new meaning to chimney breast. A holidaymaker gets ahead on postcard writing. And Zara Vixen Bitch Warrior faces... Susan in Girlie Fighter 3.

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

QI

Series C, Episode 8 - Corby

With David Mitchell, Bill Bailey and Phill Jupitus.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky Midnight (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. James Corden. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 7, Episode 3

Cage-fighting, sheep testicles and an insight into Whitehall's sex life... it's Episode 3. The guests are David Walliams, football manager Sam Allardyce and Paralympian Dame Sarah Storey.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:30am (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 Titles. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series C, Episode 9 - Creatures

With Helen Atkinson-Wood, Andy Hamilton and Bill Bailey.

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

Minder

Series 9, Episode 2 - No Way To Treat A Daley

The chance acquisition of a giant balloon introduces Arthur to the lucrative world of aerial advertising.

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

Bad Robots

Series 1, Episode 4

B.O.T enforces strict security protocols on clients trying to enter TezCorp HQ.

Forces TV 1am (repeat)
Shine On Harvey Moon. Image shows from L to R: Harvey Moon (Kenneth Cranham), Stanley (Lee Whitlock)

Shine On Harvey Moon

Series 2, Episode 2 - A Deal With The Devil

Harvey's pal Lou gets involved in black market activities and falls foul of the police, while Rita gets close to a new man-friend.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:05am (repeat)
Nathan Barley. Nathan Barley (Nicholas Burns). Copyright: TalkbackThames

Nathan Barley

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

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 1:10am (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Jimmy Carr. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 12 (Channel 4: Series 13), Episode 2

Jon Richardson and Chris Addison go up against Joe Wilkinson and Katherine Ryan, with David O'Doherty in Dictionary Corner.

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 9

More topical comedy from Dara O'Briain, Hugh Dennis, Andy Parsons and Chris Addison. with guests Milton Jones, Josh Widdicombe and Joe Wilkinson.

Comedy Central Extra 1:30am (repeat)
Joel & Nish Vs The World. Joel Dommett. Copyright: Rumpus Media

Joel & Nish Vs The World

Series 1, Episode 1

Comedians Joel Dommett and Nish Kumar see if Joel's ludicrous fitness regime can prepare him for life with Mongolian Nomads.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:40am (repeat)
Monty Python Live At The Hollywood Bowl. Image shows from L to R: Michael Palin, Terry Jones, Eric Idle, Graham Chapman, Terry Gilliam, John Cleese. Copyright: Hand Made Films

Monty Python Live At The Hollywood Bowl

Live concert performed at the Hollywood Bowl in 1982 by the Monty Python team, comprising of the best sketches from their TV series.

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

QI

Series C, Episode 8 - Corby

With David Mitchell, Bill Bailey and Phill Jupitus.

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

QI

Series C, Episode 9 - Creatures

With Helen Atkinson-Wood, Andy Hamilton and Bill Bailey.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 3:15am (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Rob Beckett, Jimmy Carr, Aisling Bea. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 19, Episode 8

In this episode the teams are joined by Jermaine Jenas, Denise Van Outen, and comedians Michelle Wolf and Sam Simmons to discuss the most talked about Brits of 2016.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:35am (repeat)
Smack The Pony. Image shows from L to R: Fiona Allen, Sally Phillips, Doon Mackichan

Smack The Pony

Series 1, Episode 4

The heights some go to for a smoke. A home viewing gives new meaning to chimney breast. A holidaymaker gets ahead on postcard writing. And Zara Vixen Bitch Warrior faces... Susan in Girlie Fighter 3.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 3:40am (repeat)
On The Buses. Inspector Blake (Stephen Lewis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 5, Episode 13 - Vacancy For Inspector

Inspector Blake decides to divide and rule by promoting Jack, to the rank of Inspector. He quickly spills all of his pal's secrets...

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4am (repeat)
It's Your Round. Angus Deayton. Copyright: BBC

It's Your Round

Series 2, Episode 1

Angus Deayton is joined by Fred MacAulay, Josie Long, Miles Jupp and Nick Helm for a new series of the panel show where all the rounds are invented by the panellists themselves.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:05am (repeat)
On The Buses. Inspector Blake (Stephen Lewis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 5, Episode 14 - A Thin Time

Arthur is attracted to Beryl, the clippie on his regular bus. And Beryl has only two requirements in men - those with a fondness for athletics and those with a good head of hair!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30am (repeat)
After Henry. Image shows from L to R: Sarah France (Prunella Scales), Clare (Geraldine Cowper), Eleanor (Joan Sanderson). Copyright: BBC

After Henry

Series 3, Episode 1 - Wedding Bells

Eleanor has plans for nuptials in the family, but the family has other ideas.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:35am (repeat)
Rising Damp. Rupert Rigsby (Leonard Rossiter). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

Rising Damp

Series 3, Episode 7 - Suddenly At Home

The house is plunged into confusion and mourning when Rigsby discovers basement tenant Mr Osborne, stiff as a board.

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

Rising Damp

Series 4, Episode 1 - Hello Young Lovers

Rigsby's a little over-enthusiastic with advice when a couple of newly-weds move into the house. However, a rude surprise awaits him.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
Stanley Baxter

The Stanley Baxter Playhouse

Series 7, Episode 2 - The Flying Scotsman

A whodunnit set on the great Flying Scotsman in the days of steam. Stanley Baxter stars as the guard in charge.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy

The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy

The Hexagonal Phase, Episode 6 - Fit The Thirty-Second

The Vogons have arrived. Can Thor (with the help of a contract to become God of Nano) save the day?

Share this page