British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Saturday 26th May 2018

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (repeat)
Sooty. Richard (Richard Cadell). Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 24 - Disco Disco!

Richard is looking forward to Mr Slater's disco, but - Sooty, Sweep and Soo are in charge. With no sound system and a broken smoke machine, Sooty has to call in some old friends to save the day. With special guest stars B*Witched.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:10am (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 2, Episode 26 - Pig Trouble

When Bitzer injures his foot and can't work, the Farmer chooses the pigs to take over his role. The power crazy pigs take the opportunity to turn the farm into a porky paradise - at the sheep's expense. Bitzer tries in vain to warn his master what is going on behind his back, but it's Shaun who steps in and restores the status quo.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:20am (repeat)
The Zoo

The Zoo

Series 2, Episode 13 - Zooniversary

It's seven years since Jurgen arrived at the zoo and each year he celebrates his anniversary.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:25am (repeat)
The Piglet Files. Image shows from L to R: Andrew Maxwell (John Ringham), Peter 'Piglet' Chapman (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Major Maurice Drummond (Clive Francis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

The Piglet Files

Series 1, Episode 3 - A Room With A View

Since the fall of the Berlin wall, agents have been flooding into Britain. Dexter and Flint are staking out a house belonging to two such unwelcome guests, and Peter's brought in to help assist their surveillance by new electronic means ahead of a visit by their East German controller.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Kenneth Williams. Copyright: BBC

Just Williams

Episode 5

Kenneth Williams reads from his autobiography.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:40am (repeat)
Boj. Copyright: Pesky Productions

Boj

Episode 15 - Rainbow For Rupa

Boj shows Rupa and her family that a homemade approach to decorating a playroom can be fun and rewarding - creating a messy Outback Rainbow with coloured chalk (to Mrs Nibblit's initial horror) across Rupa's walls. But soon the Nibblits are all getting very artistic!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:50am (repeat)
Leonard Rossiter. Copyright: BBC

In A Nutshell

Episode 3 - Power Struggles

Leonard Rossiter reads Barry Pilton's persuasive ponderings. A breakthrough in 'ecological physics' is scandalously ignored.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8am (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 12, Episode 2

Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.

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

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 8 - Venice, Italy

Grandmaster Glitch demands the Grimbots find somewhere with no cars so he can practice riding his bike without stabilisers.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8am (repeat)
Class Dismissed. Copyright: BBC

Class Dismissed

Series 3, Episode 5 - If A Man...

Mrs Mark and Marcella form a surprise bond, much to Mark's horror. Just when everyone's getting sick and tired of Mrs Hushman, everyone's favourite maths teacher returns - but will his class take him back?

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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 8:55am (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 11, Episode 2

Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.

CITV 9:25am (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.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:30am (repeat)
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

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

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

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:50am (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?

Pilot, Episode 1 - Are You Being Served?

Trouble is afoot when the Ladies' Department and Gentlemen's Outfitting are told they must share the same floor.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:30am (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

A selection of episodes from the third series of the prison-based sitcom.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:35am (repeat)
The Dog Ate My Homework. Iain Stirling. Copyright: BBC

The Dog Ate My Homework

Series 4, Episode 2

Iain Stirling is joined by child team captains Sara and Mykee-D as well as special guests Sam and Mark, Dodge T Dog and Sam Battersea.

BBC Radio 5 Live 11am
60 min
Rick Edwards. Credit: BBC

Fighting Talk

Series 15, Special - Champion Of Champions

It's the FT season finale where Colin Murray is joined by the top four... Presenter and current Champion of Champions Richard Osman, broadcaster Eleanor Oldroyd and comedians Neil Delamere and Justin Moorhouse.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11am (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 3 - The Lost And Found Boy

Things have been disappearing around Strange Hill High. As the new kid, suspicion falls on Mitchell, especially in Headmaster Abercrombie's eyes.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:25am (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Ryan Sampson, Tom Palmer, Richard David-Caine

Horrible Histories

Series 7, Episode 7 - Preposterous US Presidents

Horrible Histories takes a look at America and its various presidents, from George Washington to the present day, including President Jackson's rude parrot, the establishment of the Secret Service, German cowboys, and spy Mary Elizabeth Bowser.

BBC Radio Scotland 11:30am (repeat)
Grant Stott. Copyright: BBC

Stop The Press

Series 3, Episode 4

Jo Caulfield is joined by comedian and former journalist Scott Agnew, whilst Gary has recruited Reporting Scotland's Laura McIver to keep the Press Team ahead of the pack.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 12pm (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 12pm (repeat)
Bob Monkhouse. Copyright: BBC

The Monkhouse Files

Bob Monkhouse talks about his career with comedy writer Bob Sinfield.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 12:15pm (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 1, Episode 6 - Waffle's Paint Disaster

The Brooklyn-Bells decorate Doug's bedroom. Waffle tries to help but causes a green paint disaster and escapes into Mrs Hobbs' house next door.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20pm (repeat)
The Good Life. Image shows from L to R: Margo Leadbetter (Penelope Keith), Tom Good (Richard Briers), Jerry Leadbetter (Paul Eddington), Barbara Good (Felicity Kendal). Copyright: BBC

The Good Life

A selection of episodes from the third series of the self-sufficient sitcom.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:30pm (repeat)
Fit. Image shows from L to R: Cariad Lloyd, Humphrey Ker, Tala Gouveia, Aisling Bea. Copyright: Citrus Television

Fit

Episode 7

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

Radio 4 12:30pm (repeat)
The News Quiz. Andy Zaltzman

The News Quiz

Series 96, Episode 7

Miles Jupp is joined by Lucy Porter, Neil Delamere, Vicki Pepperdine and Hugo Rifkind for a satirical review of the week's news. This week the panel discuss underfunding of the NHS, the recent criticisms of Ofstead and the decline of Marks and Spencer.

BBC Radio Wales. Copyright: BBC 1:32pm
28 min
The Leak. Tom Price

The Leak

Series 7, Episode 6 - Hay Festival Festival

Tom Price and guests Jon Holmes, Sian Harries, Mike Bubbins and Carl Donnelly are at the Hay Festival to pick apart the news.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:15pm (repeat)
Fawlty Towers. Image shows from L to R: Basil Fawlty (John Cleese), Manuel (Andrew Sachs). Copyright: BBC

Fawlty Towers

Series 2, Episode 6 - Basil The Rat

A public health inspector's visit leaves Basil with a long list of improvements to make to the hotel, but when he discovers that Manuel has been keeping a pet rat for the past year, things go from bad to worse!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2:45pm (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

The Fosdyke Saga

Episode 5, The Clouds of War: 'I've joined the Royal Flying Corps. I'm going to be an air ace.' War shatters the tripe empire.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3pm (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?

Pilot, Episode 1 - Are You Being Served?

Trouble is afoot when the Ladies' Department and Gentlemen's Outfitting are told they must share the same floor.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 3:15pm (repeat)
The Wrong Trousers. Credit: Aardman Animations

The Wrong Trousers

Oscar-winning claymation from Nick Park. It is Gromit's birthday, and Wallace gives him a pair of mechanical techno trousers that cause a stir.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:40pm (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 11, Episode 2

Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 3:45pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 24 - The Valley Of Balls, Kazakhstan

The Go Jetters travel to the Valley of Balls in Kazakhstan, where they find thousands of rocks which are almost perfectly round. Meanwhile, Grandmaster Glitch is seeking the ideal ball to use to practice his bowling - something big and heavy.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 3:55pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 25 - Gliding, Argentina

The Go Jet cadets are taking to the skies in Argentina in an attempt to pass their academy gliding test.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:35pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

A selection of episodes from the third series of the prison-based sitcom.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 5pm (repeat)
Ratburger. Image shows from L to R: Burt (David Walliams), Sheila (Sheridan Smith), Zoe (Talia Barnett), Gary (Mark Benton). Copyright: King Bert Productions

Ratburger

A TV adaptation of David Walliams's 2012 childrens' book about a girl who makes friends with a rat.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 5:05pm
30 min
Ready Or Not

Ready Or Not

Episode 6

This week Sam and Mark meet some real characters in their Gameshow Lift, Crumpet asks some tricky questions in Stratford, Tom Allen's brought his pop-up gameshow to Tutbury Castle, and Question Mark tests some of the nation's finest minds in Cambridge.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 5:15pm (repeat)
Johnny English Reborn. Johnny English (Rowan Atkinson). Copyright: Working Title Films

Johnny English Reborn

Film sequel starring Rowan Atkinson as the bumbling MI7 agent Johnny English, now on the trail of a secret organisation dubbed Vortex.

Challenge TV 5:30pm (repeat)
Blankety Blank. Copyright: Thames

Blankety Blank

Comedy panel-game-show of missing words hosted in turn by Terry Wogan, Les Dawson, Lily Savage and Bradley Walsh.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Kenneth Williams. Copyright: BBC

Just Williams

Episode 5

Kenneth Williams reads from his autobiography.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:50pm (repeat)
Leonard Rossiter. Copyright: BBC

In A Nutshell

Episode 3 - Power Struggles

Leonard Rossiter reads Barry Pilton's persuasive ponderings. A breakthrough in 'ecological physics' is scandalously ignored.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 6pm (repeat)
Mr. Bean. Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson)

Mr. Bean

Episode 13 - Goodnight Mr. Bean

More mayhem with hapless bumbler Mr. Bean as he thinks up some unusual methods to help him sleep.

Challenge TV 6:15pm (repeat)
Blankety Blank. Copyright: Thames

Blankety Blank

Comedy panel-game-show of missing words hosted in turn by Terry Wogan, Les Dawson, Lily Savage and Bradley Walsh.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:35pm (repeat)
The Good Life. Image shows from L to R: Margo Leadbetter (Penelope Keith), Tom Good (Richard Briers), Jerry Leadbetter (Paul Eddington), Barbara Good (Felicity Kendal). Copyright: BBC

The Good Life

A selection of episodes from the third series of the self-sufficient sitcom.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 6:35pm (repeat)
Mr. Bean. Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson)

Mr. Bean

Episode 14 - Hair By Mr. Bean Of London

The blunderingly inept master of disaster goes for a haircut, but ends up styling the other customers' hair before causing chaos at a school fun day.

CITV 6:50pm (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.

U&W channel logo 7pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Michael Harper (Gabriel Thomson), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay), Janey Harper (Daniela Denby-Ashe)

My Family

A selection of episodes from the fifth series of the mainstream BBC One sitcom.

U&Dave channel logo 7pm (repeat)
Red Dwarf. Image shows from L to R: Cat (Danny John-Jules), Rimmer (Chris Barrie), Lister (Craig Charles), Kryten (Robert Llewellyn). Copyright: UKTV

Red Dwarf

A selection of episodes from Series XI.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 7:30pm
30 min
Harry Hill's Alien Fun Capsule. Image shows from L to R: Charlie Brooks, Chizzy Akudolu, Harry Hill, Lolly Adefope, Carol Vorderman. Copyright: Nit TV

Harry Hill's Alien Fun Capsule

Series 2, Episode 7

Helping Harry Hill fill the fun capsule are EastEnders actor Charlie Brooks, Holby City star Chizzy Akudolu, comedian Lolly Adefope and Countdown legend Carol Vorderman.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 12, Episode 3

Boxer Tony Bellew, comedian Romesh Ranganathan and British hockey star Sam Quek join the regulars.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (repeat)
Fawlty Towers. Image shows from L to R: Basil Fawlty (John Cleese), Manuel (Andrew Sachs). Copyright: BBC

Fawlty Towers

Series 2, Episode 6 - Basil The Rat

A public health inspector's visit leaves Basil with a long list of improvements to make to the hotel, but when he discovers that Manuel has been keeping a pet rat for the past year, things go from bad to worse!

U&W channel logo 9pm (repeat)
The Catherine Tate Show. Catherine Tate

The Catherine Tate Show

Series 2, Episode 1

Lauren is not impressed by her teacher's dress sense, Nan's television breaks down and Derek Faye is insulted by a doctor.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm
50 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 15, Episode 8

Sean, Jon and Jimmy are joined by guests Denise Van Outen, Vernon Kay, Henning Wehn and Nick Helm.

Comedy Central 9pm (repeat)
Michael McIntyre's Showtime. Michael McIntyre. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Michael McIntyre's Showtime

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

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain

Mock The Week

A selection of three episodes from the satirical panel game.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:15pm
60 min
All Round To Mrs. Brown's. Image shows from L to R: Jason Manford, Mrs Brown (Brendan O'Carroll), Andrew Flintoff

All Round To Mrs. Brown's

Series 2, Episode 2

Agnes and her family are joined by celebrity guests for more fun, including cricketer Freddie Flintoff, comedian Jason Manford, and Olympic and Paralympic stars, Fatima Whitbread and Jonnie Peacock. With music from Clean Bandit.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 9:15pm (repeat)
The Keith & Paddy Picture Show. Image shows from L to R: Quint (Stephen Tompkinson), Hooper (Leigh Francis). Copyright: Talkback

The Keith & Paddy Picture Show

Series 1, Episode 4 - Jaws

Keith and Paddy turn their attention to the classic blockbuster Jaws, with help from Stephen Tompkinson, Myleene Klass and Hank Osasuna.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:30pm
120 min
How The Young Ones Changed Comedy. Copyright: North One Television

How The Young Ones Changed Comedy

Documentary about sitcom The Young Ones and its part in the alternative comedy scene.

U&W channel logo 9:40pm (repeat)
The Catherine Tate Show. Catherine Tate

The Catherine Tate Show

Series 2, Episode 2

The Aga Saga Woman is terrified by a Geordie babysitter, Irene & Vern describe their encounter with Desmond Tutu and Nan's visit at the doctor soon turns unpleasant.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 9:45pm (repeat)
The Keith & Paddy Picture Show. Yoda (Phillip Schofield). Copyright: Talkback

The Keith & Paddy Picture Show

Series 1, Episode 3 - Return Of The Jedi

This week showcases Keith & Paddy's version of the third Star Wars film, Return Of The Jedi, featuring Michelle Keegan, Phillip Schofield and Ant & Dec.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9:50pm
50 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 15, Episode 9

Host Jimmy Carr and team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by celebrity guests Jimeoin, Joe Wilkinson, Nancy Dell'Olio and Greg Rutherford.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Old Harry's Game. Image shows from L to R: Satan (Andy Hamilton), Gary (Steven O'Donnell). Copyright: BBC

Old Harry's Game

Series 3, Episode 5 - The Beautiful Game

Satan holds a football tournament in Hell called 'The Underworld Cup'.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10:20pm (repeat)
Celebrity Juice. Image shows from L to R: Leigh Francis, Joel Dommett

Celebrity Juice

Series 19, Episode 10

Joining the panel for the last show of the series are TV presenter Mark Wright, pop legend Lisa Stansfield, Love Island's Caroline Flack and Iain Stirling, and comedian and Extra Camp host Joel Dommett.

Russia Today 10:25pm
30 min
Sam Delaney's News Thing. Image shows from L to R: Gina Miller, Sam Delaney

Sam Delaney's News Thing

Episode 19 - How To Bants

Gina Miller drops in to talk Brexit, Bond and singing for The Stylistics, and the panel discuss GDPR and when office banter goes too far. With Andrew Pierce, Susie Boniface and Jake Yapp.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Bird Island. Image shows from L to R: Jane (Katy Wix), Ben (Reece Shearsmith), Graham (Julian Rhind-Tutt), Mother (Alison Steadman). Copyright: BBC

Bird Island

Series 2, Episode 4

Ben gets a new telescope, and Graham has some big news.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:40pm (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.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:45pm (repeat)
Tina C's State Of The Union Tour. Tina C (Christopher Green)

Tina C's State Of The Union Tour

Episode 5, Berlin: Can the country singing sensation and global activist gain a better understanding of the German capital?

YANGA! channel logo. 11pm (repeat)
Grn Scrn Gr8s

Grn Scrn Gr8s

Episode 2

This week's comics taking on the green screen are Variety D, Jose The Comedian, Demz Lad and Jimmy Jones.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm
60 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Image shows left to right: Ian Hislop, Paul Merton. Credit: Matt Crockett

Have I Got News For You

Series 47, Episode 9

Team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Alexander Armstrong and guest panellists Victoria Coren Mitchell and Joe Wilkinson.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
The Mark Steel Solution. Mark Steel. Copyright: BBC

The Mark Steel Solution

Series 3, Episode 2 - Charity

The comedian questions the motives behind mankind's fundraising efforts for good causes.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 11:05pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. James Corden. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 8, Episode 1

Jamie Redknapp, Freddie Flintoff and Jack Whitehall join forces with Chelsea's all-time leading goal scorer and New York City FC's latest signing, Frank Lampard; funnyman Kevin Bridges and Judy Murray, the mother of tennis ace Andy.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:10pm (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.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:10pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Image shows from L to R: Alan Carr, Josh Widdicombe

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 14 (Channel 4: Series 15), Episode 3

Jimmy Carr hosts as Alan Carr and Josh Widdicombe take on guest captain Joe Wilkinson and Sara Pascoe. Bill Bailey is in Dictionary Corner.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:30pm (repeat)
The Young Ones. Image shows from L to R: Vyvyan (Adrian Edmondson), Neil (Nigel Planer), Mike (Christopher Ryan), Rick (Rik Mayall). Copyright: BBC

The Young Ones

Series 2, Episode 1 - Bambi

Realising that they've not washed their clothes since 1981, the housemates head to the laundrette. However, Neil's forgotten to tell them that they're expected on University Challenge.

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

The Skivers

Series 1, Episode 2

A chance to feast your ears on a sumptuous half-hour of highly smoked comedy, written and performed by Nick Golson and Tim de Jongh, with Peter Bradshaw, Melanie Giedroyc and this week's special guest, Ken Campell.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 11:30pm (repeat)
Play To The Whistle. Image shows from L to R: Sara Pascoe, Bradley Walsh, Peter Jones, Seann Walsh, Holly Willoughby, David Haye, Frank Lampard, Romesh Ranganathan

Play To The Whistle

Series 2, Episode 5

The regulars are joined in this edition by heavyweight boxer David Haye, Dragon's Den star Peter Jones and comedian Sara Pascoe.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Ed Byrne, Hugh Dennis, Milton Jones, Dara O Briain, Zoe Lyons, Josh Widdicombe, Nish Kumar. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 15, Episode 10

Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis mock the last week with guests Ed Byrne, Milton Jones, Nish Kumar, Josh Widdicombe and Zoe Lyons.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:10am (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Image shows from L to R: Victoria Coren Mitchell, Lee Mack

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 14 (Channel 4: Series 15), Episode 2

Lee Mack and Victoria Coren Mitchell take on Alan Carr and Dane Baptiste. Sam Simmons is in with Susie Dent, and Rachel Riley is in charge of the letters and numbers.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 12:15am (repeat)
Urban Myths: When Bowie Met Bolan. Image shows from L to R: David Jones (Luke Treadaway), Mark Feld (Jack Whitehall). Copyright: Lion Television

Urban Myths: When Bowie Met Bolan

Fictional comedy drama about a young David Bowie and Marc Bolan painting an office.

U&W channel logo 12:20am (repeat)
The Catherine Tate Show. Catherine Tate

The Catherine Tate Show

Series 2, Episode 1

Lauren is not impressed by her teacher's dress sense, Nan's television breaks down and Derek Faye is insulted by a doctor.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20am (repeat)
Bottom. Image shows from L to R: Richie Richard (Rik Mayall), Eddie Hitler (Adrian Edmondson). Copyright: BBC

Bottom

Series 1, Episode 6 - Accident

It's Richie's birthday and he's determined to have fun. Unfortunately, no one has turned up for his party, nor sent him any cards, and Eddie's hardly going to make things better ... especially when he breaks a leg.

U&Dave channel logo 12:40am (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Ed Gamble, James Acaster, Dara O Briain, John Robins, Sara Pascoe, Rob Beckett. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 15, Episode 11

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

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 12:45am (repeat)
Urban Myths: Marilyn Monroe & Billy Wilder. Marilyn Monroe (Gemma Arterton). Copyright: Little Rock

Urban Myths: Marilyn Monroe & Billy Wilder

Comedy about the filming of Some Like It Hot.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1am (repeat)
Bottom. Image shows from L to R: Richie Richard (Rik Mayall), Eddie Hitler (Adrian Edmondson). Copyright: BBC

Bottom

Series 2, Episode 6 - 'S Out

Following a bet with 'Mad' Ken Stalin that they can survive in the wilderness, Richie and Eddie head out to the wilds of Wimbledon Common and pitch a tent.

Comedy Central Extra 1am (repeat)
Micky Flanagan: Back In The Game. Micky Flanagan

Micky Flanagan: Back In The Game

East End comic Micky Flanagan returns with his second, highly anticipated stand-up show, Back In The Game.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 1am (repeat)
On The Buses. Inspector Blake (Stephen Lewis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 5, Episode 11 - The Strain

Stan tries to prove his strength by picking up his girlfriend to guess her weight. In doing so, he strains his back and is instructed to wear a supportive, surgical corset if he wants to get back to work quickly.

Disney XD 1:20am (repeat)
Counterfeit Cat. Copyright: Wildseed Studios

Counterfeit Cat

A selection of episodes from the first series.

U&Dave channel logo 1:20am (repeat)
Room 101. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 1, Episode 5 - Alistair McGowan, Hilary Devey, Josh Groban

This week Alistair McGowan, Hilary Devey and Josh Groban try to send the things they hate the most into Room 101. Nominations include children, Valentine's Day and smoking bans.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 1:20am (repeat)
Plebs. Image shows from L to R: Marcus (Tom Rosenthal), Jason (Jon Pointing), Grumio (Ryan Sampson). Copyright: RISE Films

Plebs

Series 4, Episode 8 - Beer

A Germanian bar opens over the road, selling a popular drink called beer. The boys attempt to discover the recipe, with Grumio engaging his super-palate and Jason seducing the barmaid Stefi. Meanwhile, Marcus has a run-in with the local fire brigade.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 1:30am (repeat)
On The Buses. Inspector Blake (Stephen Lewis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 5, Episode 15 - Boxing Day Social

Arthur's mother and younger sister Linda are visiting for Christmas, and when Jack suggests that Linda might like to attend the depot's Boxing Day Social, Arthur maintains that she's above such events...

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 1:30am (repeat)
The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Simon Cooper (Joe Thomas), Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird), Neil Sutherland (Blake Harrison), Jay Cartwright (James Buckley). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

The four stars of the show pick a selection their favourite episodes to celebrate the show's 10th anniversary.

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Filthy Rich & Catflap. Image shows left to right: Ralph Filthy (Nigel Planer), Eddie Catflap (Adrian Edmondson), Richie Rich (Rik Mayall). Credit: BBC

Filthy Rich & Catflap

Episode 4

Against all odds, Richie's developed a promising new TV format, but attempts to sell it to the BBC go awry. He soon learns his father is ill, and another potentially lucrative plan comes to mind.

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CelebAbility

Series 1, Episode 5

This time, reality TV star Joey Essex, the Real Housewives' Ampika Pickston, Union J's Josh Cuthbert, Olympian Jade Jones and TV presenter AJ Odudu join forces.

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Room 101

Series 1, Episode 2 - Gregg Wallace, Gabby Logan, Sarah Millican

This week Gregg Wallace, Gabby Logan and Sarah Millican try to send the things they hate the most into Room 101. Nominations include cashpoints, buffets and anti-social cats.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 14 (Channel 4: Series 15), Episode 3

Jimmy Carr hosts as Alan Carr and Josh Widdicombe take on guest captain Joe Wilkinson and Sara Pascoe. Bill Bailey is in Dictionary Corner.

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Filthy Rich & Catflap. Image shows left to right: Ralph Filthy (Nigel Planer), Eddie Catflap (Adrian Edmondson), Richie Rich (Rik Mayall). Credit: BBC

Filthy Rich & Catflap

Episode 5

A miracle has occurred: Ralph has got Richie a genuine showbiz job. After a tortuous round of Trivial Pursuit, Eddie talks his friend into a couple of drinks to celebrate...

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London Live

Preaching To The Perverted

Comic film about fetishism and BDSM.

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The Fosdyke Saga

Episode 5, The Clouds of War: 'I've joined the Royal Flying Corps. I'm going to be an air ace.' War shatters the tripe empire.

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The Young Ones. Image shows from L to R: Vyvyan (Adrian Edmondson), Neil (Nigel Planer), Mike (Christopher Ryan), Rick (Rik Mayall). Copyright: BBC

The Young Ones

Series 2, Episode 1 - Bambi

Realising that they've not washed their clothes since 1981, the housemates head to the laundrette. However, Neil's forgotten to tell them that they're expected on University Challenge.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 15, Episode 8

Sean, Jon and Jimmy are joined by guests Denise Van Outen, Vernon Kay, Henning Wehn and Nick Helm.

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Legends Of British Comedy

Episode 2 - Sid! - The Best Of Sid James

With his trademark dirty laugh, Sid was made for the Carry On films. With extracts from his finest on-screen moments, there are also fond tributes from his many co-stars.

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Just Williams

Episode 5

Kenneth Williams reads from his autobiography.

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In A Nutshell

Episode 3 - Power Struggles

Leonard Rossiter reads Barry Pilton's persuasive ponderings. A breakthrough in 'ecological physics' is scandalously ignored.

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