British Comedy Guide

Schedule Thursday 19th April 2018

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

The Zoo

Series 2, Episode 9 - Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Zoo

A new baby giraffe is struggling to live up to his overbearing father's expectations of what a son should be.

U&Dave channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Room 101. Image shows from L to R: Ricky Wilson, Frank Skinner, Joe Lycett, Zoe Lyons. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 6, Episode 4 - Ricky Wilson, Joe Lycett, Zoe Lyons

Kaiser Chiefs's Ricky Wilson, comedians Joe Lycett and Zoe Lyons attempt to abolish new towels, escalators and the bartender at Joe's local pub into Room 101.

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 10 - The Test

Hodges challenges the Home Guard to a game of cricket, but what Mainwaring does not know is that Hodges is getting a professional to play for the ARP. Of course, Hodges might not need his star ringer if Mainwaring's poor skills are anything to go by.

Radio 4 6:30pm (repeat)
Alone. Image shows from L to R: Morris (Bennett Arron), Louisa (Kate Isitt), Mitch (Angus Deayton), Rob (Alastair Mackenzie), Ellie (Abigail Cruttenden), Will (Pearce Quigley). Copyright: ABsoLuTeLy Productions

Alone

Pilot, Episode 1 - The Only Way Is Ethics

Mitch struggles to maintain professional confidentiality when Ellie arranges a date with one of his clients, womanising Rob. Meanwhile, Will and Louisa are in bitter competition as they try to give up smoking together. Quitting 'buddies' they are not, and poor Morris is very much caught in the crossfire.

U&Dave channel logo 6:40pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 4, Episode 6

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

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 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.

U&Dave channel logo 7:20pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 3, Episode 3

Joining David Mitchell this week are songstress Jamelia and comic Marcus Brigstocke; while Mancunian motor-mouth Terry Christian and comedian and TV presenter Jimmy Carr unite with Lee Mack in a bid to outwit the opposing team.

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 11 - A. Wilson (Manager)?

Captain Mainwaring is horrified to learn that Wilson has not just been made the manager of his own branch of the bank, but that he has been promoted to Second Lieutenant of the Eastgate platoon.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 8pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Rhod Gilbert, David Mitchell, Nick Grimshaw, Rob Brydon, Rob Delaney, Lee Mack, Clare Balding. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 9, Episode 5

This week the guests are Clare Balding OBE, Rhod Gilbert, Nick Grimshaw and Rob Delaney.

U&Dave channel logo 8pm (repeat)
Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit. Image shows from L to R: Sam Pamphilon, Simon Gregson, Dara O Briain, Ellie Gibson, Jayde Adams, Steve McNeil. Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit

Series 3, Episode 10

Coronation Street's Simon Gregson and comedian Jayde Adams play Super Mario Bros., Call Of Duty Advanced Warfare, Rock Band, Joe Danger 2 and special endgame Nine To Vive.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 8:30pm
30 min
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lee (Lee Mack), Lucy (Sally Bretton). Copyright: Avalon Television

Not Going Out

Series 9, Episode 7 - Bust Up

Encouraged by Anna, Lucy considers whether a breast augmentation is for her.

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, Christmas Special - Thicker Than Water

When Rodney opens the door to a stranger at the flat he soon learns from Grandad that it's his long lost father, Reg. As Del returns home from the pub, his anger is abated when Reg tells them he is ill and it may be hereditary. The subsequent blood test results threaten to split the brothers up.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm
23 min
Urban Myths: Backstage At Live Aid. Bob Geldof (Jonas Armstrong). Copyright: Little Rock

Urban Myths: Backstage At Live Aid

A comedy drama imagining what happened back stage at the Live Aid event.

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 13 - Intelligence

With Jo Brand, Phill Jupitus and David Mitchell.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
Harry Enfield & Chums. Image shows from L to R: Kathy Burke, Harry Enfield, Paul Whitehouse

Harry Enfield & Chums

Series 1, Episode 5

Hit 1990s sketch show starring Harry Enfield, Paul Whitehouse and Kathy Burke.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9:30pm (repeat)
Derry Girls. Granda Joe (Ian McElhinney). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Derry Girls

Series 1, Episode 5

The Quinn family are rushing to get out of Derry before the Orange Parades start.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
Harry Enfield & Chums. Image shows from L to R: Kathy Burke, Harry Enfield, Paul Whitehouse

Harry Enfield & Chums

Series 1, Episode 6

Hit 1990s sketch show starring Harry Enfield, Paul Whitehouse and Kathy Burke.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Daisy (Katy Wix), Lee (Lee Mack), Lucy (Sally Bretton)

Not Going Out

Series 7, Episode 3 - Donor

When Lucy decides it's time to have a baby she's surprised to find the whole family taking a personal interest in the conception.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm
50 min
Celebrity Juice. Image shows from L to R: Fred Sirieix, Gino D'Acampo, Jake Wood, Leigh Francis, Fearne Cotton, Scarlett Moffatt, Chris Ramsey

Celebrity Juice

Series 19, Episode 5

Joining the panel this week are TV presenter Scarlett Moffatt, EastEnders actor Jake Wood, First Dates host Fred Sirieix and Geordie funny man Chris Ramsey.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (repeat)
The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird), Charlotte Hinchcliffe (Emily Atack). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Series 2, Episode 1 - The Field Trip

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

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm
30 min
In The Long Run. Image shows from L to R: Valentine (Jimmy Akingbola), Adelaide (Jessye Romeo)

In The Long Run

Series 1, Episode 5

Valentine has a new relationship in the offing, but will it last? Meanwhile, Bagpipes and Kirsty take a long-awaited romantic holiday and discover a development of new-build homes that pique their interest.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10:30pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: Jack Whitehall, Andrew Flintoff. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 7, Highlights Special - Rally Special

James Corden and the gang, including comedian Jimmy Carr and Olympian Amy Williams, go head-to-head in the standout challenge from Series 7: the rally car race, as seen back in Episode 1.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:35pm (repeat)
The Windsors. Andrew (Tim Wallers). Copyright: Noho Film and TV

The Windsors

Series 1, Episode 3

Wills and Kate shun their royal life and move to her dream semi in Rickmansworth.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40pm (repeat)
Two Doors Down. Image shows from L to R: Cathy (Doon Mackichan), Beth (Arabella Weir). Copyright: BBC

Two Doors Down

Series 1, Episode 3

There's tennis trouble in store for Eric and Colin - and they haven't a sporting chance against Christine.

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Tim (Tim Vine), Lee (Lee Mack)

Not Going Out

Out-takes - The Out-takes

Lee Mack, Sally Bretton and Katy Wix introduce a compilation of out-takes from across the various series.

Radio 4 11pm
30 min
Beef And Dairy Network. Benjamin Partridge

Beef And Dairy Network

Series 2, Episode 3

A hard-hitting investigation into the dangers posed by the New Zealand lamb trade.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Jack Dee. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Jack Dee Live At The Apollo Series 1, Episode 3 - Jo Brand

Deadpan host Jack Dee presents more comedy from the London theatre, recounting a traumatic experience at Disneyland before introducing a performance by Jo Brand, who vents her wrath on Big Brother and Trinny and Susannah.

U&Dave channel logo 11:20pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Chris Addison, Dara O Briain, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 12, Episode 1

Dara, Hugh, Chris and Andy return for a brand new series. The guests for the first episode are Milton Jones, Josh Widdicombe and Katherine Ryan.

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

QI

Series E, Episode 6 - Everything, Etc.

With Jeremy Clarkson, Clive Anderson and Vic Reeves.

Radio 1 3am
Birthday Girls. Image shows from L to R: Beattie Edmondson, Rose Johnson, Camille Ucan

Birthday Girls House Party

Episode 4

Birthday Girls invite you to a series of parties.

Radio 1 3am
The Andy Field Experience. Andy Field. Copyright: Steve Ullathorne

The Andy Field Experience

Episode 4

Sketch show from comic Andy Field.

Radio 1 3am
Matt Edmondson. Copyright: BBC

Clickipedia

Episode 4

Matt Edmondson and guests search the web for the best facts and useless knowledge.

Radio 1 3am
Emily Lloyd Saini

Battle Acts

Episode 4

Two teams of comedians compete in a series of ridiculous and increasingly difficult challenges.

Radio 1 3am
Jen Wakefield

The Comeback

Episode 4

Comedians get the chance to deliver the comeback they always wanted.

Radio 1 3am
60 min
Benjamin Partridge

Ray Moss: No Stone Unturned

Episode 4

Ben Partridge from the award-winning Beef and Dairy Network podcast returns as Ray Moss to investigating the seemingly small personal mysteries of fictional listeners.

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