British Comedy Guide

Schedule Friday 29th June 2018

Talking Pictures TV 6:35am (repeat)
It's In The Bag

It's In The Bag

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

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:35am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 3, Episode 20 - More About On And Off

The Twirlywoos learn about On and Off by watching a man trying shoes on and taking them off in a shoe shop. Later, they encounter an octopus that jumps on and off everyone it sees.

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

Shaun The Sheep

Series 2, Episode 15 - Frantic Romantic

The Farmer trying to impress his new date by cooking a romantic dinner. Unfortunately, the Farmer can't cook and Bitzer is a useless maitre d'. Can Shaun and the flock save the day when they take over the catering behind the scenes?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
Ayres On The Air. Pam Ayres. Copyright: BBC

Ayres On The Air

Series 4, Episode 3 - Autumn

Pam Ayres presents a poetry and sketch series about the seasons. This week: Autumn.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:05am (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 10 - Jeopardy Mouse

When the Baron rearranges the countries of the world Danger Mouse reluctantly joins forces with his American counterpart, Jeopardy Mouse, and takes New Zealand for a spin.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:10am (repeat)
Sorry!. Timothy Lumsden (Ronnie Corbett). Copyright: BBC

Sorry!

Series 7, Episode 1 - Mothers and Brothers

Muriel persuades Timothy that his only hope of escaping from Mother is to buy his own cottage.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Gaby's Talking Pictures. Gaby Roslin. Copyright: ABsoLuTeLy Productions

Gaby's Talking Pictures

Series 1, Episode 3

Team captains John Thomson and Ellie Taylor are joined by Emma Kennedy and Richard Herring. Gaby Roslin hosts the film quiz with impressions by Alistair McGowan and Ronni Ancona.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:45am (repeat)
Sorry!. Timothy Lumsden (Ronnie Corbett). Copyright: BBC

Sorry!

Series 7, Episode 2 - Every Day in Every Way

Timothy is given a lucky charm with amazing powers. He soon discovers that his mother, not fate, is shaping his destiny.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:45am (repeat)
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 2, Episode 23 - Go Jet Academy: Hurricane Rescue

Grim HQ struggles through the sky above the Atlantic Ocean, fighting against the powerful winds of a hurricane.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Series 7, Episode 7

Bill Oddie sings the 'Baby Samba' and Professor Prune loses his trousers.

CITV 8:20am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 25 - Hot Date

Bean agrees to go on a date with Irma.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20am (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 1, Episode 3

Hyacinth looks forward to soaking up a little culture at her favourite stately home, but first feels she must visit Daddy. Unfortunately, this week he thinks he's Captain Midnight!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
Listen To Les

Listen To Les

Les Dawson pays tribute to a sheep-headed publican, and Cosmo Smallpiece looks at holidays.

CITV 8:35am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 26 - Wanted

Bean is mistaken for an escaped convict and carted off to jail.

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 3 - Remote Control Suit

Things don't quite go to plan when Justin becomes Robert's butler for the day, in order to host a special cake party for some top Cake Experts from the Justin Town Cake Society.

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

Series 3, Episode 3 - One O'Clock Jump

Gary is worried about Yvonne's depression at being out of work and confused by the fact that the present PC Deadman is obviously Reg's grandson and yet Reg doesn't have any children.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9am (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Image shows from L to R: Gladys Pugh (Ruth Madoc), Peggy Ollerenshaw (Su Pollard), Sqdn-Ldr Clive Dempster DFC (David Griffin), Fred Quilly (Felix Bowness), Ted Bovis (Paul Shane), Spike Dixon (Jeffrey Holland), Yvonne Stuart-Hargreaves (Diane Holland), Barry Stuart-Hargreaves (Barry Howard). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 6, Episode 1 - It's Murder

The drunken antics of Mr Partridge cause Yvonne and Barry to start a petition to get him sacked. Unfortunately, Mr Partridge goes missing...

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

Timmy Time

Series 1, Episode 10 - Timmy Plays Ball

The class learns how to play football but Timmy keeps hogging the ball. Ruffy and Paxton get bored.

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

The Motion Show

Series 4, Episode 6

Graeme Garden chairs the quirky battle of words and wit, with guests Steve Punt, Gyles Brandreth, Marcus Brigstocke and Andy Parsons.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 9:25am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 2, Episode 13 - A Lot Of Bull And A Pat On The Back

Terry is up to his neck in it when Arthur despatches him to the country to make a very unusual repossession.

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

Series 3, Episode 4 - It's A Sin To Tell A Lie

Gary's best friend and printer Ron is having marriage problems and it seems that his latest batch of 40s currency won't pass the quality threshold. Or could there be another time-traveller on Gary's patch?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9:30am (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 5

The Frightful French feature in this episode as King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette go on Historical Wife Swap with some starving French peasants.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
Chambers. Image shows from L to R: Hilary Tripping (James Fleet), John Fuller-Carp (John Bird), Ruth Quirke (Sarah Lancashire). Copyright: BBC

Chambers

Series 3, Episode 4 - It's Only Words

'Spork'? How on Earth will Fuller-Carp work that into his papers? John Fuller-carp gets embroiled in a very costly bet with rival barrister Vernon Ames, and Ruth joins a dating agency.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 4, Episode 23 - More About All Gone

The Twirlywoos are watching a lady planting carrot seeds in a vegetable patch.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40am (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 second series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10am (repeat)
His Master's Voice. Image shows from L to R: Archie Andrews (Rob Brydon), Peter Brough (Rob Brydon)

His Master's Voice

Comedy drama about the life of ventriloquist Peter Brough and his doll Archie Andrews - both played by Rob Brydon.

Radio 4 10:45am
15 min
Dead Pan. Image shows from L to R: DS Jason Trotter (John Hollingworth), DCI Alma Blair (Julie Hesmondhalgh), CSM Jo Black (Jane Hazlegrove). Copyright: Savvy Productions

Dead Weight

Episode 5

Will there be a sickening end for our Slimmers' Club killer? Will Alma and Jo actually take their relationship to the next level? And what of baby Trotter?

Radio 4 11:30am
30 min
John O'Farrell. Copyright: BBC

Things Can Only Get Worse

Episode 1 - 1997-2001

Election night 1997 ushered in a new era. Tony Blair promised a brave new future to the sound of M-People singing Things Can Only Get Better. That was certainly true for Professor Brian Cox. But the shine of that election victory is a distant memory in 2018. Just how did we get here?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40am (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&Drama channel logo 12pm (repeat)
Lovejoy. Lovejoy (Ian McShane). Copyright: FremantleMedia

Lovejoy

Series 5, Episode 10 - Goose Bumps

Romance is in the air between Lovejoy and Charlotte.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Series 7, Episode 7

Bill Oddie sings the 'Baby Samba' and Professor Prune loses his trousers.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20pm (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 3 - Dramatic Fever

Margaret joins the local amateur dramatic society and takes Victor to a Bergerac watching party. Meanwhile, Margaret's mother manages to get stuck in the bath with wallpaper paste.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
Listen To Les

Listen To Les

Les Dawson pays tribute to a sheep-headed publican, and Cosmo Smallpiece looks at holidays.

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 15, Episode 5 - Stop That Bath

Compo, Clegg and Foggy find that, for once, Howard has a cast iron excuse for being out without permission.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 1, Episode 3

Hyacinth looks forward to soaking up a little culture at her favourite stately home, but first feels she must visit Daddy. Unfortunately, this week he thinks he's Captain Midnight!

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

Breaking The News

Series 10, Episode 2

Raymond Mearns, Janey Godley, Hugo Rifkind and Athena Kugblenu look at the news.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 4, Episode 23 - More About All Gone

The Twirlywoos are watching a lady planting carrot seeds in a vegetable patch.

U&Drama channel logo 1:40pm (repeat)
'Allo 'Allo!. Image shows from L to R: Edith Melba Artois (Carmen Silvera), René François Artois (Gorden Kaye), Yvette Carte-Blanche (Vicki Michelle). Copyright: BBC

'Allo 'Allo!

Series 1, Episode 7 - The Dance Of Hitler Youth

The Colonel organises a party in the café, purportedly to celebrate the burning of the Reichstag, but in fact just to get Flick out of his apartment whilst it is broken into.

Talking Pictures TV 2:15pm (repeat)
A Run For Your Money. Image shows from L to R: Twm Jones (Meredith Edwards), Huw Price (Hugh Griffith). Copyright: STUDIOCANAL

A Run For Your Money

A 1949 film in which brothers from a Welsh village take their first trip to London and become separated.

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 7, Episode 5 - The Hero

When a salesperson from another department makes fun of a boil on Captain Peacock's posterior, the rest of the staff push Captain Peacock into fighting to defend his honour.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:20pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 3, Episode 3 - Spring

Spring's on the way, and the Vicar has just about managed to get Alice and Hugo to agree to a reasonably sensible name for their baby. That means that the Christening can finally take place - but first, David has romance, and Geraldine, squarely on his mind.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 2:45pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 3, Episode 1 - Dead Men Do Tell Tales

Terry gets another dead-end job when Arthur agrees to look after a coffin. What is really in it?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 3pm (repeat)
His Master's Voice. Image shows from L to R: Archie Andrews (Rob Brydon), Peter Brough (Rob Brydon)

His Master's Voice

Comedy drama about the life of ventriloquist Peter Brough and his doll Archie Andrews - both played by Rob Brydon.

Forces TV 3:05pm (repeat)
Shine On Harvey Moon. Image shows from L to R: Harvey Moon (Kenneth Cranham), Stanley (Lee Whitlock)

Shine On Harvey Moon

Series 3, Episode 1 - Goodnight Sweetheart

Harvey decides he wants to marry Harriet, but she opts to stay in Holland. Lou contracts TB. Rita's date turns out to be a murderer!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:10pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 3, Episode 4 - Summer

When could be worse to suffer more than a fortnight without running water, than during a summer heatwave? It's all down to demand in the region, and fortunately the water company have a plan to resolve it. It'll make millionaires of some Dibley residents, but have long-reaching consequences.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:30pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 31 - The Fangtom Menace

Pieface's first sleepover in the den is troubled by spooky tales of a frightening Fangtom and Walter turning up with a demolition gang determined to flatten the den!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:40pm (repeat)
Strange Hill High. Image shows from L to R: Becky Butters, Mitchell Tanner, Templeton. Copyright: BBC / Factory Transmedia

Strange Hill High

Series 2, Episode 5 - Big Templeton Is Watching You!

A new school security system is installed - and the cameras seem to record what happens in the future. When Templeton becomes security monitor and goes mad with this incredible, all-seeing power, the very existence of Strange Hill is threatened.

CITV 4pm (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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

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

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

The Motion Show

Series 4, Episode 6

Graeme Garden chairs the quirky battle of words and wit, with guests Steve Punt, Gyles Brandreth, Marcus Brigstocke and Andy Parsons.

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

Diddy TV

Series 4, Episode 5 - Singing Hospital

We visit a hospital where the doctors rely on the power of song to cure the patients and top ventriloquist Paul Zerdin is subjected to the Diddy Chat treatment.

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

Series 3, Episode 3 - One O'Clock Jump

Gary is worried about Yvonne's depression at being out of work and confused by the fact that the present PC Deadman is obviously Reg's grandson and yet Reg doesn't have any children.

CITV 4:15pm (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.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30pm (repeat)
Chambers. Image shows from L to R: Hilary Tripping (James Fleet), John Fuller-Carp (John Bird), Ruth Quirke (Sarah Lancashire). Copyright: BBC

Chambers

Series 3, Episode 4 - It's Only Words

'Spork'? How on Earth will Fuller-Carp work that into his papers? John Fuller-carp gets embroiled in a very costly bet with rival barrister Vernon Ames, and Ruth joins a dating agency.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:40pm (repeat)
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 2, Episode 3 - Greatest Gig In Town

With Bitz on drums, Bob on guitar and Bevel on vocals, The Booyahs are ready to perform.

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

Series 3, Episode 4 - It's A Sin To Tell A Lie

Gary's best friend and printer Ron is having marriage problems and it seems that his latest batch of 40s currency won't pass the quality threshold. Or could there be another time-traveller on Gary's patch?

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

Lovejoy

Series 5, Episode 10 - Goose Bumps

Romance is in the air between Lovejoy and Charlotte.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
Ayres On The Air. Pam Ayres. Copyright: BBC

Ayres On The Air

Series 4, Episode 3 - Autumn

Pam Ayres presents a poetry and sketch series about the seasons. This week: Autumn.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:10pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 6 - Sydney Opera House, Australia

Glitch turns the Opera House into an opera boat to enter a race around Sydney Harbour.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Gaby's Talking Pictures. Gaby Roslin. Copyright: ABsoLuTeLy Productions

Gaby's Talking Pictures

Series 1, Episode 3

Team captains John Thomson and Ellie Taylor are joined by Emma Kennedy and Richard Herring. Gaby Roslin hosts the film quiz with impressions by Alistair McGowan and Ronni Ancona.

Talking Pictures TV 6pm (repeat)
A Kid For Two Farthings

A Kid For Two Farthings

A repeat of this 1955 film.

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (repeat)
'Allo 'Allo!. Image shows from L to R: Edith Melba Artois (Carmen Silvera), René François Artois (Gorden Kaye), Yvette Carte-Blanche (Vicki Michelle). Copyright: BBC

'Allo 'Allo!

Series 1, Episode 7 - The Dance Of Hitler Youth

The Colonel organises a party in the café, purportedly to celebrate the burning of the Reichstag, but in fact just to get Flick out of his apartment whilst it is broken into.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Raquel (Tessa Peake-Jones), Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Cassandra (Gwyneth Strong). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Christmas Special - Fatal Extraction

Del has tired of being the dutiful father and his relationship with Raquel is showing the strain. He ventures to see whether he can still pull the birds when he chances to meet a divorced woman at the dentists and soon wishes he'd kept his mouth firmly shut.

U&Dave channel logo 6pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Sarah Millican, Stephen Fry, Eddie Kadi, Noel Fielding. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series M, Episode 14 - Messy

With Noel Fielding, Eddie Kadi and Sarah Millican.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 29 - Cheesemageddon

Another 'grate' episode. It sees fanatical cheese fundamentalist Aubrey Camembear threaten to create the ultimate weapon which will turn everything to cheese.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:10pm (repeat)
Zig And Zag

Zig And Zag

Episode 18 - Zagracadabra

Zig and Zag believe that they are street magicians and attempt a trick so dangerous that the Secret Agents are forced to help them out.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Dead Ringers. Image shows from L to R: Lewis Macleod, Debra Stephenson, Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Duncan Wisbey. Copyright: BBC

Dead Ringers

Series 18, Episode 4

Britain tries to cope with an onslaught of good sporting news and relentlessly pleasant weather. And explores the new ways in which Boris Johnson manages to disappear at crucial moments.

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 7, Episode 5 - The Hero

When a salesperson from another department makes fun of a boil on Captain Peacock's posterior, the rest of the staff push Captain Peacock into fighting to defend his honour.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:45pm (repeat)
Scream Street

Scream Street

Series 1, Episode 16 - Bottomless Pit

Luke, Cleo and Resus have to clear away some rubbish from their homes. They discover what seems to be a bottomless pit.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7pm (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 5

The Frightful French feature in this episode as King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette go on Historical Wife Swap with some starving French peasants.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Series 7, Episode 7

Bill Oddie sings the 'Baby Samba' and Professor Prune loses his trousers.

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 15, Episode 5 - Stop That Bath

Compo, Clegg and Foggy find that, for once, Howard has a cast iron excuse for being out without permission.

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

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 25 - Hot Date

Bean agrees to go on a date with Irma.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
Listen To Les

Listen To Les

Les Dawson pays tribute to a sheep-headed publican, and Cosmo Smallpiece looks at holidays.

CITV 7:40pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 26 - Wanted

Bean is mistaken for an escaped convict and carted off to jail.

Radio 4 7:45pm (repeat)
Dead Pan. Image shows from L to R: DS Jason Trotter (John Hollingworth), DCI Alma Blair (Julie Hesmondhalgh), CSM Jo Black (Jane Hazlegrove). Copyright: Savvy Productions

Dead Weight

Episode 5

Will there be a sickening end for our Slimmers' Club killer? Will Alma and Jo actually take their relationship to the next level? And what of baby Trotter?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:50pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French), Harry Kennedy (Richard Armitage). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

2006/2007 Specials, New Year Special - The Vicar In White

The date of the wedding is fast approaching, and the Vicar's delighted to be attending in a dress rather than a dog collar. However, the villagers decide that their gift to the happy couple will be to organise everything for them - something Geri was actually rather looking forward to, thank you!

Comedy Central 8pm
60 min version
(repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Rob Beckett, Nina Conti, Jimeoin. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 9, Episode 6 - Nina Conti, Rob Beckett, Jimeoin

Nina Conti presents, with special guests Rob Beckett and Jimeoin.

U&Dave channel logo 8pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series L, Episode 8 - Lovely

With Aisling Bea, Tony Hawks and Josh Widdicombe.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 8:30pm (repeat)
Room 101. Image shows from L to R: Davina McCall, Frank Skinner, Rob Delaney, Laurence Fox. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 6, Episode 7 - Rob Delaney, Davina McCall, Laurence Fox

Rob Delaney, Davina McCall and Laurence Fox attempt to banish people who order starters, 12 string guitars and cyclists in Lycra into the Orwellian chamber.

U&Yesterday channel logo 9pm (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 first series of the prison-based sitcom.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

The Final Specials, Christmas Special - Sleepless In Peckham

With the bankruptcy court ordering the family home in Nelson Mandela house to be auctioned, the Trotters' financial nightmare is fast approaching meltdown.

Combined with Cassandra about to give birth at anytime, Marlene's mysterious disappearance and Trigger behaving even more bizarrely than usual, its little wonder that no one is sleeping soundly in Peckham.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version
(repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Julian Clary, Omid Djalili, Reginald D Hunter. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 8, Episode 5 - Omid Djalili, Reginald D Hunter, Julian Clary

Omid Djalili presents stand-up from the world-famous Hammersmith Apollo. He introduces sets from Reginald D Hunter and Julian Clary.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: Andrew Flintoff, David Baddiel, Jack Whitehall, James Corden, Tony Adams, Aisling Bea, Jamie Redknapp. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 11, Episode 5

James Corden, Freddie Flintoff and Jamie Redknapp are joined by Tony Adams, David Baddiel and Aisling Bea for another round of the sports-based quiz show.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9:10pm (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 16, Episode 2

Sean and Jon are joined in their quest to uncover the public's most popular taking points by guests Richard Hammond, Carol Vorderman, Paul Foot and Matt Forde.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm (repeat)
Our Friend Victoria. Image shows from L to R: Victoria Wood, Richard E. Grant. Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Our Friend Victoria

Episode 2 - People

Episode 2 is presented by Victoria's close-friend Richard E. Grant, who recalls the times they used to meet in St. Martin In The Fields simply to watch the world go by.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
The Week That Wasn't. Copyright: Avalon Television

The Week That Wasn't

Episode 7

The England team are starting to suffer from their unexpected long stay in Russia; Bear Grylls tries to spend a night in David Walliams's company; Mary Beard has a problem with London builders; and there's rhyme from the French court in Verse-ailles.

Comedy Central 10pm (repeat)
Lee Evans: Monsters. Lee Evans. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Lee Evans: Monsters

A TV broadcast of Lee Evans' final stand-up tour, recorded in 2014.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
Frankie Boyle's New World Order. Image shows from L to R: Sara Pascoe, Frankie Boyle, Katherine Ryan, Mona Chalabi. Copyright: Zeppotron

Frankie Boyle's New World Order

Series 2, Highlights Special

A selection of the best bits from Series 2, addressing the worst aspects of modern society.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Tom Allen, James Acaster, Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Ellie Taylor, Rhys James, Ed Byrne. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 16, Episode 8

Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis look back over the week's events with the help of guests James Acaster, Tom Allen, Ed Byrne, Rhys James and Ellie Taylor.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Gaby's Talking Pictures. Gaby Roslin. Copyright: ABsoLuTeLy Productions

Gaby's Talking Pictures

Series 1, Episode 3

Team captains John Thomson and Ellie Taylor are joined by Emma Kennedy and Richard Herring. Gaby Roslin hosts the film quiz with impressions by Alistair McGowan and Ronni Ancona.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
60 min
The Last Leg. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Adam Hills, Alex Brooker

The Last Leg

Series 14, Episode 2

In this show, voice of The Simpsons, American comedian and actor Harry Shearer joins the trio live in the studio to help dissect the week's events and talking points.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10:05pm (repeat)
Celebrity Juice. Image shows from L to R: George Lamb, Larry Lamb

Celebrity Juice

Series 18, Episode 3

Joining team captains Holly Willoughby and Fearne Cotton this time are father and son duo Larry and George Lamb, Celebrity Big Brother winner Sarah Harding and comedian Jimmy Carr.

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The Week That Wasn't. Copyright: Avalon Television

The Week That Wasn't

Episode 1

This week's topics include yanny/laurel; the build-up to the Royal Wedding; and renewed tensions in North Korea about a potential meeting with US President Donald Trump.

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Brothers With No Game

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

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

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
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Little Lifetimes By Jenny Eclair

Series 1, Episode 5 - The Viewing

A lonely woman takes a peek into other people's properties and lives, when their houses are put up for sale.

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (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 5, Episode 6

David Mitchell is joined by Frank Skinner and Bill Oddie, while Lee Mack is joined by Jon Richardson and Sarah Millican.

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Bottom Live 2001: An Arse Oddity

Bottom Live 2001: An Arse Oddity

Another stage show starring Rik Mayall and Ade Edmondson. This time, Richie & Eddie are stranded on a Pacific island.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:45pm (repeat)
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Nurse

Series 1, Episode 5

The comedy following a community psychiatric nurse on her rounds continues.

U&W channel logo 11pm (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.

Comedy Central 11pm (repeat)
Roast Battle. Image shows from L to R: Phil Wang, Brian Moses, Ed Gamble

Roast Battle

Series 1, Episode 1

Some of the sharpest wits in British comedy go up against one another, with participants attempting to humorously 'take down' their opponent to win the 'battle'. It's Tom Allen v Suzi Ruffell and Phil Wang v Ed Gamble.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Listen Against. Image shows from L to R: Alice Arnold, Jon Holmes. Copyright: BBC

Listen Against

Series 3, Episode 3

Alice Arnold and Jon Holmes take a satirical look back over the past week of radio. Michael Burke becomes trapped in the Moral Maze, and Any Answers gets a game show makeover.

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65 min
The Big Narstie Show. Image shows from L to R: Big Narstie, Mo Gilligan

The Big Narstie Show

Series 1, Episode 1

Celebrity guests Ed Sheeran, OT Fagbenle, Sherrie Silver, Keith Lemon and Krept and Konan step inside the kaleidoscopic world of Big Narstie for chat, comedy and music performances like nothing they've ever experienced before.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 11 (Channel 4: Series 12), Episode 4

Jimmy Carr hosts the panel game with Sean Lock and Joe Wilkinson taking on Jon Richardson and Jayde Adams. David Baddiel joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.

U&Dave channel logo 11:20pm (repeat)
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QI

Series D, Episode 11 - Denial And Deprivation

With Roger McGough, Mark Steel and Vic Reeves.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:25pm (repeat)
The Full Monty. Image shows from L to R: Nathan (William Snape), Dave (Mark Addy), Gaz (Robert Carlyle), Lomper (Steve Huison), Gerald (Tom Wilkinson)

The Full Monty

Unemployed friends Gaz and Dave decide to start their own Chippendales-style show to make some quick cash.

Comedy Central 11:30pm (repeat)
Roast Battle. Image shows from L to R: Joe Lycett, Brian Moses, Nick Helm

Roast Battle

Series 1, Episode 2

Featuring Joe Lycett versus Nick Helm and Daniel Sloss v Desiree Burch.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Innes Own World. Neil Innes

Innes Own World

Episode 4

Neil Innes performs jingles for products you never knew you needed.

U&W channel logo 11:40pm (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.

Comedy Central Extra Midnight (repeat)
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Comedy Store

An access all areas pass to the hallowed comedy venue with stand-up sets from new comedians and headline acts.

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60 min version
(repeat)
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Live At The Apollo

Series 8, Episode 6 - Greg Davies, Hal Cruttenden, Simon Evans

Greg Davies hosts the stand-up comedy show, with sets from Hal Cruttenden and Simon Evans too.

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Stath Lets Flats

Series 1, Episode 1 - A Pushy Boy

Stath is desperate to secure a letting, and attempts to steal a viewing from colleague and arch-rival Carole.

Comedy Central Extra 12:30am (repeat)
Comedy Store. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Store

Rhod Gilbert has webbed fingers. He's a sexual pervert. He dreams of the navy. It's all explained at the Comedy Store! Also, his thoughts on Aussies, the 'fake Welsh', chocolate willies, and more!

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Limmy's Show!. Brian Limond. Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Limmy's Show!

Series 2, Episode 1

The second series of Limmy's BBC Scotland sketch show. Falconhoof the adventure phone-in host gets a new sidekick, and zoned-out waster Dee Dee is blasted off into space.

BBC Two 12:55am (repeat)
Frankie Goes To Russia. Frankie Boyle. Copyright: ITN

Frankie Goes To Russia

Episode 2

Frankie goes in search of ordinary Russian football fans to find out if the game means as much to them as it does to him.

Comedy Central Extra 1am
60 min version
(repeat)
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Live At The Apollo

Series 9, Episode 6 - Nina Conti, Rob Beckett, Jimeoin

Nina Conti presents, with special guests Rob Beckett and Jimeoin.

U&Dave channel logo 1am (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Tom Allen, James Acaster, Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Ellie Taylor, Rhys James, Ed Byrne. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 16, Episode 8

Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis look back over the week's events with the help of guests James Acaster, Tom Allen, Ed Byrne, Rhys James and Ellie Taylor.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 1:10am
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 7

Jimmy, Sean and Jon are joined by Jack Dee, Victoria Coren, Matt Edmondson and Rob Beckett.

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Limmy's Show!

Series 2, Episode 2

Jacqueline McCafferty tries her luck at ceilidh speed dating. Zoned-out waster Dee Dee takes an epic trip to Yoker, and psychic medium Raymond Day brings more surprising news from the spirit world. Meanwhile, Limmy gets embroiled in a karaoke melodrama, has a novel approach to gang fighting and helps us with our spelling.

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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 5, Episode 6

David Mitchell is joined by Frank Skinner and Bill Oddie, while Lee Mack is joined by Jon Richardson and Sarah Millican.

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Harry Hill's TV Burp

Series 11, Episode 1

This week, Harry takes a look at the return of Downton Abbey, ex-model Lorraine Pascale's Home Cooking Made Easy, plus Coach Trip and The X Factor.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 2am (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Rob Beckett, Jimmy Carr, Katherine Ryan. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Topical Channel 4 comedy panel show hosted by Jimmy Carr. The questions are based on survey results and statistics.

Comedy Central Extra 2am (repeat)
Ali G In Da USAiii. Sacha Baron Cohen. Copyright: Talkback Productions

Ali G In Da USAiii

Series 1, Episode 2 - War

Ali meets 'Boutros Boutros Boutros-Ghali' at the UN and talks war with former National Security Adviser General Brent Scowcroft. Borat sings the Kazakh national anthem (all of it) to a baseball crowd.

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Tommy Cooper. Tommy Cooper. Copyright: London Weekend Television

Tommy Cooper

Episode 2

Tommy Cooper presents his own show, with sketches and special guests. Featuring Richard Briers.

U&Dave channel logo 2:20am (repeat)
QI Titles. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series D, Episode 11 - Denial And Deprivation

With Roger McGough, Mark Steel and Vic Reeves.

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The Last Leg. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Adam Hills, Alex Brooker

The Last Leg

Series 14, Episode 2

In this show, voice of The Simpsons, American comedian and actor Harry Shearer joins the trio live in the studio to help dissect the week's events and talking points.

U&Dave channel logo 3am (repeat)
Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled. Milton Jones

Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled

Series 4, Episode 2

Catherine Tate discusses her failings in the office and her fiery temper; Milton Jones reveals how he once caused a bloodbath, while performance artist Bryony Kimmings shares her thoughts on the nation's pubic hair. Ainsley Harriott, who definitely isn't Lenny Henry, completes the guest line up.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 3am (repeat)
His Master's Voice. Image shows from L to R: Archie Andrews (Rob Brydon), Peter Brough (Rob Brydon)

His Master's Voice

Comedy drama about the life of ventriloquist Peter Brough and his doll Archie Andrews - both played by Rob Brydon.

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Trollied. Image shows from L to R: Tim (John Thomson), Gavin (Jason Watkins). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Trollied

Christmas Special - The Robbery

It's Christmas Eve but all is not well. A hapless team of criminals are planning to nick the takings: can Gavin save the day?

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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 17, Episode 6

Jimmy Carr hosts the topical comedy panel show, with team captains Jon Richardson and Sean Lock. The teams are joined by guests Dr Christian Jessen, Lethal Bizzle, Joe Wilkinson and Aisling Bea.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:25am (repeat)
The Rebel. Image shows from L to R: Charles (Bill Paterson), Margaret (Anita Dobson), Henry Palmer (Simon Callow). Copyright: Retort

The Rebel

Series 2, Episode 6 - Love

A burglary at Henry's house includes the theft of the Urn with Henry's late wife in.

Forces TV 4am (repeat)
Shine On Harvey Moon. Image shows from L to R: Harvey Moon (Kenneth Cranham), Stanley (Lee Whitlock)

Shine On Harvey Moon

Series 3, Episode 1 - Goodnight Sweetheart

Harvey decides he wants to marry Harriet, but she opts to stay in Holland. Lou contracts TB. Rita's date turns out to be a murderer!

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

The Motion Show

Series 4, Episode 6

Graeme Garden chairs the quirky battle of words and wit, with guests Steve Punt, Gyles Brandreth, Marcus Brigstocke and Andy Parsons.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30am (repeat)
Chambers. Image shows from L to R: Hilary Tripping (James Fleet), John Fuller-Carp (John Bird), Ruth Quirke (Sarah Lancashire). Copyright: BBC

Chambers

Series 3, Episode 4 - It's Only Words

'Spork'? How on Earth will Fuller-Carp work that into his papers? John Fuller-carp gets embroiled in a very costly bet with rival barrister Vernon Ames, and Ruth joins a dating agency.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
Ayres On The Air. Pam Ayres. Copyright: BBC

Ayres On The Air

Series 4, Episode 3 - Autumn

Pam Ayres presents a poetry and sketch series about the seasons. This week: Autumn.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
Gaby's Talking Pictures. Gaby Roslin. Copyright: ABsoLuTeLy Productions

Gaby's Talking Pictures

Series 1, Episode 3

Team captains John Thomson and Ellie Taylor are joined by Emma Kennedy and Richard Herring. Gaby Roslin hosts the film quiz with impressions by Alistair McGowan and Ronni Ancona.

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