British Comedy Guide

Schedule Thursday 6th September 2018

Radio 4 10:45am
15 min
Frances Tomelty

How Does That Make You Feel?

Series 10, Episode 4

Philip has come to the attention of a TV company who want to make a Where Are They Now? style documentary about once minor celebrities. Alarm bells are ringing for Martha.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5pm
30 min
So Awkward. Copyright: Channel X North

So Awkward

Series 4, Episode 3 - Where There's A Will

On the day Martha asks Lily for the 7p she owes her, Lily inherits a lot of money. Determined to prove Martha is petty, Lily decides to share her wealth with everyone.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:25pm (repeat)
Still Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Leroy (James Baxter), Granville (David Jason), Nurse Gladys Emmanuel (Lynda Baron). Copyright: BBC

Still Open All Hours

Series 1, Episode 3

Romance is in the air as Granville continues to woo Mavis, Gastric needs more help with his love life and Leroy arouses jealousy. Meanwhile, Cyril is tempted by the latest workout craze, and Granville reveals his tip for preserving bacon.

Radio 4 6:30pm (repeat)
Simon Callow

Plum House

Series 1, Episode 3 - Trust The Trust

A mysterious visitor arrives. When he shows genuine interest in how the place is run, the team immediately suspect he has been sent by the Trust to spy on them.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:05pm (repeat)
Still Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Granville (David Jason), Kath Agnew (Sally Lindsay). Copyright: BBC

Still Open All Hours

Series 1, Episode 4

Granville's big ambitions to open his very own coffee shop cause quite a stir in the neighbourhood. Mrs Dawlish, a snobbish local, pays a visit and cannot believe such a corner shop still exists - can Granville find a clever way to make some money from her? Meanwhile Eric looks after his depressed brother-in-law all day.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Auctioneer (Seymour Matthews), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst)

Only Fools And Horses

1996 Christmas Trilogy, Christmas Special - Modern Men

Del buys a self-help book aimed at the modern New Man in an effort to improve his relationship with Raquel. Meanwhile, the Trotters' finances have hit an all-time low.

Radio 4 7:45pm (repeat)
Frances Tomelty

How Does That Make You Feel?

Series 10, Episode 4

Philip has come to the attention of a TV company who want to make a Where Are They Now? style documentary about once minor celebrities. Alarm bells are ringing for Martha.

U&Dave channel logo 8pm
60 min version
(repeat)
Have I Got News For You. David Tennant

Have I Got News For You

Series 51, Episode 5

Regular team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host David Tennant and guest panellists Phil Wang and Janet Street Porter.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
Duck Quacks Don't Echo. Lee Mack. Copyright: Magnum Media

Duck Quacks Don't Echo

Series 3, Episode 7

Sue Perkins, presenter of The Great British Bake Off, actor Stephen Mangan and stand-up comedian Romesh Ranganathan set out to prove that lift buttons have more bacteria on them than toilet seats, that it's possible to walk on the ceiling using magnets and that, unlike women, men are unable to make their voices sounds sexier.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 8:30pm (repeat)
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Travis Stubbs (Charlie Quirke), Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

Series 12, Episode 7 - Blonde On Blonde

Travis has serious school news that he's scared to break to his mum. Sharon decides she'll pass herself off as Tracey and sort out his problems, but her efforts land the family in a mess that only arch-seducer Dorien can get them out of.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
The Story Of... Only Fools & Horses. Image shows from L to R: David Jason, Tessa Peake-Jones. Copyright: North One Television

The Story Of... Only Fools & Horses

Episode 3 - Friends And Enemies

This episode explores the characters who revolve around Del and Rodney's world including Trigger, Boycie, Denzil and Del's arch enemy DCI Slater.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version
(repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Hal Cruttenden, Greg Davies, Simon Evans. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

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.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 9pm (repeat)
Shaun Of The Dead. Image shows from L to R: Ed (Nick Frost), Shaun (Simon Pegg), Liz (Kate Ashfield). Copyright: Working Title Films

Shaun Of The Dead

Zombie-filled romantic comedy. When zombies start to roam London, Shaun must kickstart himself into action to save those closest to him.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm
60 min
A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: Andrew Flintoff, Rob Beckett, Judy Murray, James Corden, Romesh Ranganathan, Jamie Redknapp, Jack Wilshere. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 13, Episode 2

There's a load more fun to come as West Ham's Jack Wilshere, tennis coach Judy Murray and stand-up star Rob Beckett join James, Freddie, Jamie and Romesh.

BBC Two 9:45pm
11 min
The Mind Of Herbert Clunkerdunk. Herbert Clunkerdunk (Spencer Jones). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Mind Of Herbert Clunkerdunk

Episode 1 - Pilot

Herbert has a big audition. His big chance to finally break out. We follow him as he wakes up, gets ready, takes the all-important call from his agent and begins to learn his lines and rehearse. Only, he is can't help but be distracted by his own imagination and the world around him.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
Rock & Chips. Del Boy (James Buckley). Copyright: Shazam Productions / BBC

Rock & Chips

Episode 1 - Rock & Chips

In Peckham, the Trotters are all under one roof: Grandad, Joan, husband Reg and the teenage Del Boy. Things suddenly change, however, when ex-con Freddie Robdal appears.

U&W channel logo 10pm
60 min
John Bishop In Conversation With.... John Bishop. Copyright: Lola Entertainment

John Bishop In Conversation With...

Series 4, Episode 10 - Martine McCutcheon

John is joined by actor and singer Martine McCutcheon.

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Darren Harriott, Rob Beckett, Jen Brister. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 13, Episode 3 - Rob Beckett, Jen Brister, Darren Harriott

In this episode, the hilarious Rob Beckett is your host as he introduces rising comedy stars Jen Brister and Darren Harriott to the stage.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Josh. Image shows from L to R: Paul (Michael Ball), Judith Anderson (Jennifer Saunders), Kate (Beattie Edmondson). Copyright: BBC

Josh

Series 2, Episode 3 - Cut & Dried

It's the proudest day for Josh's football team, Plymouth Argyle: they have reached the Football League Trophy Area Final Southern Section. Unfortunately, Owen's cousin is hogging the TV with his N64. Meanwhile, Kate helps her mum dump her new boyfriend.

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
Josh. Giles (Miles Jupp). Copyright: BBC

Josh

Series 2, Episode 4 - Sex & Politics

After an unsuccessful gig, Josh is surprised to be asked out by a very beautiful audience member. What's the catch? Josh, Kate and Owen endeavour to find out. Meanwhile, landlord Geoff faces money problems and introduces Kate to the dizzying world of building management politics.

Radio 4 11pm (repeat)
The Missing Hancocks. Tony Hancock (Kevin McNally)

The Missing Hancocks

Series 2, Episode 4 - A Visit To Russia

With east/west relations in crisis, Tony takes it upon himself to launch his very own diplomatic mission.

BBC Two 11:15pm (repeat)
Josh Widdicombe

Josh Widdicombe: What Do I Do Now... Live

Edited TV version of Josh Widdicombe's 2016 stand-up release.

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

Mock The Week

Series 9, Episode 7

After a break to accommodate the Edinburgh Festival, Mock The Week is back with more topical japery. Several of Pakistan's top bookmakers have ensured that this episode's guest line-up will be Andi Osho, Milton Jones and Chris Addison.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:55pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Jack Dee. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Jack Dee Live At The Apollo Series 2, Episode 6 - Julian Clary

Joining Jack Dee on stage is Julian Clary, who whips the audience into a frenzy with a set where no one is safe from his wit. Jack delivers a set lambasting cold calling for gas, phone and electricity, and he also lays into chemists, mobile phones and even vacuum cleaners.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight
45 min version
(repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Frankie Boyle. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Have I Got News For You

Series 51, Episode 6

Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Frankie Boyle and guest panellists Adil Ray and Julia Hartley-Brewer.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky Midnight (repeat)
The Russell Howard Hour. Image shows from L to R: Juan Mata, Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

The Russell Howard Hour

Series 1, Episode 10

Join Russell as he mocks the madness of the news and talks charity with Manchester United star Juan Mata. Stand-up from Julian Deane.

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