British Comedy Guide

Schedule Thursday 4th October 2018

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

Twirlywoos

Series 2, Episode 19 - Balancing

The Twirlywoos are at a gym hall where they watch a gymnast practicing a routine on a balance beam.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
Making The Best Of It. Copyright: BBC

Making The Best Of It

Episode 1 - Shock Jock

Aspiring urban DJ Asif Ahmed drags Barry from Room 1A to act as on-air posse in his Lake Vista Care Home radio show. By Dave Florez.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:10am (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 46 - Pieface Day

When Pieface rescues Walter and Bertie from danger, Dennis leads the town in celebrating Pieface Day in his honour, and refuses to listen when Pieface tries to tell him it was all a big mistake. Walter uncovers the truth, proclaims himself the bigger hero, and declares it Walter Week!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20am (repeat)
The Tommy Cooper Hour. Tommy Cooper. Copyright: Thames Television

The Tommy Cooper Hour

Episode 7

Tommy Cooper stars in a series of hour-long specials dedicated to his unique and hilarious blend of comedy and magic.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:20am (repeat)
Sketchy Comedy

Sketchy Comedy

Episode 3

A toaster, cheese grater, bin and washing machine are among the items getting the Sketchy treatment.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:25am (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 46 - Agent 58

It's Crimicon - the Annual Criminal world convention - and DM and Penfold are joined by a brand new secret agent to stop Isambard Brunel from selling a potentially catastrophic custard bomb doomsday weapon.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Simon Callow

Plum House

Series 1, Episode 6 - Lights, Camera, Pudding

The team at the museum are startled to hear that Peter has agreed to Plum House being used as a location in a period drama.

Talking Pictures TV 8am (repeat)
The Reluctant Bride

The Reluctant Bride

A repeat of this 1955 film.

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

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 33 - Easter Island, Chile

When the Grimbots build their own Easter Island statue, it collapses and threatens the ancient Moai statues.

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

Class Dismissed

Series 2, Episode 12 - The Wedding

Everyone is very excited. Not only is it the last day of term, it is also the day of Mr Nasal and Miss Spray's wedding! But as always at Dockbridge High, nothing goes to plan. Will the staff and pupils be able to pull together to save the day?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
Yes Minister. Image shows from L to R: Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds), James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne). Copyright: BBC

Yes Minister

Series 2, Episode 2 - The Greasy Pole

Hacker plans to give permission for a new harmless chemical to be made, but its name is not the most politically friendly. Hacker decides to "meet" the person behind a report into the chemical's safety.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:05am (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 2, Episode 6 - The Hunt For Red Decoder

MI5 have a spot of luck in liberating a highly sensitive encoding/decoding machine from a Soviet submarine - they're less able, however, to get it to work. As MI5 and the KGB chase the device across England, a Chapman finally has some luck with the machine - but it's not Peter!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
The Goon Show. Image shows from L to R: Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers, Harry Secombe. Copyright: BBC

The Goon Show

Series 7, Episode 16 - Shifting Sands

Soldier Neddie Seagoon heads off to the fort at Waziri which is drifting into peril. Guest stars It's That Man Again star Jack Train as Colonel Chinstrap.

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 3, Episode 3 - Cake Factory

Things turn messy when Robert invents a cake-making machine. Guest starring Katy Ashworth.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40am (repeat)
Ever Decreasing Circles. Image shows from L to R: Ann Bryce (Penelope Wilton), Martin Bryce (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Ever Decreasing Circles

Series 1, Episode 4

Martin, Ann, Howard and Hilda have holidayed at the same Alpine guest house every year for the last 7, but this year Paul has offered them use of a villa in Spain. Martin relishes their routine and is appalled...

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 5, Episode 3 - When Two Worlds Collide

When a bomb falls on Ducketts Passage, Gary goes exploring - and is horrified to find Phoebe following him into the shop. Has his double life finally been exposed?

ITVBe 9:15am (repeat)
Sooty. Richard (Richard Cadell). Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 17 - The Dance Competition

Sooty Sweep, Soo and Richard take to the ballroom floor in Mr Slater's annual dance competition - but who will win the prize? Guest starring Helen Pearson.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20am (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 26th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

Forces TV 9:25am (repeat)
Goodnight Sweetheart. Image shows from L to R: Yvonne Sparrow (Emma Amos), Gary Sparrow (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Phoebe Sparrow (Elizabeth Carling). Copyright: Alomo Productions / BBC

Goodnight Sweetheart

Series 5, Episode 4 - Mairzy Doats

To Ron, the past is an adventure playground. But his attempts to play James Bond put Gary in danger.

ITVBe 9:30am (repeat)
Sooty. Richard (Richard Cadell). Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 18 - Fireworks

Its fireworks night at the park, but Sooty, Sweep and Soo can't afford to go. Sooty decides to sell Curry soup and things soon hot up.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 9:30am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 4, Episode 8 - Willesden Suite

Terry's job as security for the local Rotary Club offers Arthur a chance to gain some much-needed respectability when he is invited to speak at a function.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
Rent. Copyright: BBC

Rent

Series 1, Episode 3

Paul and Ruby's scheme to cash in on some attic treasure causes a panic.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 4, Episode 12 - More About Over

Stop-motion preschool programme about the adventures of four inquisitive Twirlywoos.

U&Drama channel logo 10am (repeat)
Lovejoy. Lovejoy (Ian McShane). Copyright: FremantleMedia

Lovejoy

Series 5, Episode 12 - Never Judge a Book by Its Cover

Lovejoy, Charlotte and Charlie are in search of religious books for the Felsham Library.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20am (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 2 - Strong Stuff This Insurance

The staff are forced to undergo physicals for Grace Brothers' insurance scheme.

CITV 11:45am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 39 - Hopping Mad

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

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12pm (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Image shows from L to R: Jeffrey Fairbrother (Simon Cadell), Gladys Pugh (Ruth Madoc). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 4, Episode 4 - The Marriage Settlement

A special competition is in full swing as Jeffrey Fairbrother arranges the settlement of his marital problems. These arrangements confuse some and amuse others.

CITV 12pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 40 - A Grand Invitation

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

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
Yes Minister. Image shows from L to R: Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds), James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne). Copyright: BBC

Yes Minister

Series 2, Episode 2 - The Greasy Pole

Hacker plans to give permission for a new harmless chemical to be made, but its name is not the most politically friendly. Hacker decides to "meet" the person behind a report into the chemical's safety.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
The Goon Show. Image shows from L to R: Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers, Harry Secombe. Copyright: BBC

The Goon Show

Series 7, Episode 16 - Shifting Sands

Soldier Neddie Seagoon heads off to the fort at Waziri which is drifting into peril. Guest stars It's That Man Again star Jack Train as Colonel Chinstrap.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40pm (repeat)
Ever Decreasing Circles. Image shows from L to R: Ann Bryce (Penelope Wilton), Martin Bryce (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Ever Decreasing Circles

Series 1, Episode 4

Martin, Ann, Howard and Hilda have holidayed at the same Alpine guest house every year for the last 7, but this year Paul has offered them use of a villa in Spain. Martin relishes their routine and is appalled...

U&Drama channel logo 1:20pm (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 22, Episode 6 - Gnome And Away

Howard has a problem delivering a gift.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20pm (repeat)
dinnerladies. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Anne Reid), Stan (Duncan Preston), Brenda (Victoria Wood), Twinkle (Maxine Peake), Dolly (Thelma Barlow), Tony (Andrew Dunn), Anita (Shobna Gulati). Copyright: Good Fun / Pozzitive Productions

dinnerladies

Series 1, Episode 5 - Party

The canteen are tasked with catering the factory's Christmas do, and must stick to a Japanese theme as a multi-national merger is being negotiated.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 4, Episode 12 - More About Over

Stop-motion preschool programme about the adventures of four inquisitive Twirlywoos.

U&Drama channel logo 2pm (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 9, Episode 3 - Dead Man Marching

Still believing René to be deceased, Nouvion puts on a procession of their hero's boots and beret. The man himself, meanwhile, is forced to hide in the local museum until he can be smuggled away to England.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Uncle Albert (Buster Merryfield), Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 5, Episode 4 - Tea For Three

When a pretty niece of Trigger's arrives in the Nag's Head, Del and Rodney indulge in a little sibling rivalry in an effort to win her fair hand. One of them, however, ends up doing a spot of unscheduled hang-gliding.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 2:50pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 4, Episode 9 - Windows

Arthur plans to become a major player in the fitness industry by opening an aerobics studio. Terry gets involved with two Italian families when the daughter of one family walks out on her husband.

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

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 46 - Pieface Day

When Pieface rescues Walter and Bertie from danger, Dennis leads the town in celebrating Pieface Day in his honour, and refuses to listen when Pieface tries to tell him it was all a big mistake. Walter uncovers the truth, proclaims himself the bigger hero, and declares it Walter Week!

Talking Pictures TV 3:15pm (repeat)
The Green Man. Harry Hawkins (Alastair Sim)

The Green Man

A hapless vacuum cleaner salesman stumbles upon a professional hitman's plot to kill a leading public figure.

Forces TV 3:15pm (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 5, Episode 3 - When Two Worlds Collide

When a bomb falls on Ducketts Passage, Gary goes exploring - and is horrified to find Phoebe following him into the shop. Has his double life finally been exposed?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20pm (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

A selection of episodes from the 26th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:25pm (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 11 - The MCDXX Men

Mitchell, Becky and Templeton discover a 15th Century band of superheroes in the school's basement. Unfortunately, they release Ye Olde Righteousness League's arch-nemesis...

Forces TV 3:50pm (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 5, Episode 4 - Mairzy Doats

To Ron, the past is an adventure playground. But his attempts to play James Bond put Gary in danger.

Forces TV 4:25pm (repeat)
Shine On Harvey Moon. Image shows from L to R: Harvey Moon (Kenneth Cranham), Stanley (Lee Whitlock)

Shine On Harvey Moon

Series 4, Episode 6 - All Or Nothing At All

Frieda has to cope with a death and an unexpected visit.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:30pm (repeat)
So Awkward. Copyright: Channel X North

So Awkward

Series 4, Episode 6 - The Look And Love

Rob enters a modelling competition and Lily is determined he will win using 'the look'. Martha practices dating, only her lovestruck date Rufus doesn't know it's just pretend.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30pm (repeat)
Rent. Copyright: BBC

Rent

Series 1, Episode 3

Paul and Ruby's scheme to cash in on some attic treasure causes a panic.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:40pm (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 2 - Strong Stuff This Insurance

The staff are forced to undergo physicals for Grace Brothers' insurance scheme.

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

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 3 - Ready, Set, Check

It's race day in Craft City and Bob is determined to come first and win the trophy, until disaster strikes and his go-kart starts falling apart! Has Bitz got a solution?

U&Drama channel logo 4:55pm (repeat)
Lovejoy. Lovejoy (Ian McShane). Copyright: FremantleMedia

Lovejoy

Series 5, Episode 12 - Never Judge a Book by Its Cover

Lovejoy, Charlotte and Charlie are in search of religious books for the Felsham Library.

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

So Awkward

Series 4, Episode 7 - Loyalty Points

Lily and Jas fake a falling out to get Rob and Sid to stop arguing, while Ollie and Martha train Mr Malone to be a better teacher.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
Making The Best Of It. Copyright: BBC

Making The Best Of It

Episode 1 - Shock Jock

Aspiring urban DJ Asif Ahmed drags Barry from Room 1A to act as on-air posse in his Lake Vista Care Home radio show. By Dave Florez.

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

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 38 - The Great Mosque Of Djenne, Africa

Grandmaster Glitch has been invited to Djenne in Mali, Africa, to visit the people and to see one of his favourite things at work - mud!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:20pm (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Image shows from L to R: Jeffrey Fairbrother (Simon Cadell), Gladys Pugh (Ruth Madoc). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 4, Episode 4 - The Marriage Settlement

A special competition is in full swing as Jeffrey Fairbrother arranges the settlement of his marital problems. These arrangements confuse some and amuse others.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Simon Callow

Plum House

Series 1, Episode 6 - Lights, Camera, Pudding

The team at the museum are startled to hear that Peter has agreed to Plum House being used as a location in a period drama.

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 9, Episode 3 - Dead Man Marching

Still believing René to be deceased, Nouvion puts on a procession of their hero's boots and beret. The man himself, meanwhile, is forced to hide in the local museum until he can be smuggled away to England.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (repeat)
dinnerladies. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Anne Reid), Stan (Duncan Preston), Brenda (Victoria Wood), Twinkle (Maxine Peake), Dolly (Thelma Barlow), Tony (Andrew Dunn), Anita (Shobna Gulati). Copyright: Good Fun / Pozzitive Productions

dinnerladies

Series 1, Episode 5 - Party

The canteen are tasked with catering the factory's Christmas do, and must stick to a Japanese theme as a multi-national merger is being negotiated.

YANGA! channel logo. 6pm (repeat)
Meet The Adebanjos. Image shows from L to R: Gladys Adebanjo (Yetunde Oduwole), Bayo Adebanjo (Wale Ojo). Copyright: MTA Productions

Meet The Adebanjos

A British-African sitcom following a larger-than-life father struggling to instil his old-fashioned African values in his reluctant British household.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 1 - Dark Dawn

Pink Dawn's henchman teddy bear Snuggles is on an angry rampage. He is zapping cuddly toys, bringing them to life as rage-filled criminals.

YANGA! channel logo. 6:30pm (repeat)
Meet The Adebanjos. Image shows from L to R: Gladys Adebanjo (Yetunde Oduwole), Bayo Adebanjo (Wale Ojo). Copyright: MTA Productions

Meet The Adebanjos

A British-African sitcom following a larger-than-life father struggling to instil his old-fashioned African values in his reluctant British household.

BBC Radio Wales. Copyright: BBC 6:30pm
30 min
Stand-Up For Radio Wales. Image shows from L to R: Angela Barnes, Lou Sanders, Evelyn Mok, Kiri Pritchard-McLean, Matt Rees

Stand-Up For Radio Wales

Episode 2

Tonight's programme features performances from Matt Rees, Lou Sanders, Tudur Owen, Evelyn Mok, and Angela Barnes.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Reluctant Persuaders. Image shows from L to R: Amanda (Josie Lawrence), Joe (Mathew Baynton), Hardacre (Nigel Havers), Teddy (Rasmus Hardiker), Laura (Olivia Nixon). Copyright: ABsoLuTeLy Productions

Reluctant Persuaders

Series 3, Episode 1 - Ideas for Life

The team attempts to cope with the biggest account of their lives.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:35pm (repeat)
Zig And Zag

Zig And Zag

Episode 14 - It's Sherlucky Day

Zig and Zag become detectives to solve the case of the missing invisible cat of Burb Street.

U&Drama channel logo 6:40pm (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Series 1, Episode 3 - The Copper Kettle

Lionel takes Jean for a day out in the Buckinghamshire countryside just as they did when they first met, in an attempt to rekindle something of their long-lost romance. However, his hope of locating a particular restaurant named The Copper Kettle hits a few snags.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:40pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Uncle Albert (Buster Merryfield), Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 5, Episode 4 - Tea For Three

When a pretty niece of Trigger's arrives in the Nag's Head, Del and Rodney indulge in a little sibling rivalry in an effort to win her fair hand. One of them, however, ends up doing a spot of unscheduled hang-gliding.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:50pm (repeat)
Scream Street

Scream Street

Series 1, Episode 35 - Bone Cruncher

A surfing competition with a difference comes to Scream Street - an air surfing competition! But the race is run by a sinister pirate. The gang all enter, not realising they may have just signed their lives away.

CITV 6:55pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 39 - Hopping Mad

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

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Jessica Ransom

Horrible Histories

Series 7, Episode 11 - Formidable Florence Nightingale

A tribute to Florence Nightingale. The programme charts how Florence revolutionised medicine and the treatment of the sick during the Crimean War, but also how she also unwittingly sparked the public's desire for trinkets and tat featuring her image.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
Yes Minister. Image shows from L to R: Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds), James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne). Copyright: BBC

Yes Minister

Series 2, Episode 2 - The Greasy Pole

Hacker plans to give permission for a new harmless chemical to be made, but its name is not the most politically friendly. Hacker decides to "meet" the person behind a report into the chemical's safety.

CITV 7:10pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 40 - A Grand Invitation

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

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 22, Episode 6 - Gnome And Away

Howard has a problem delivering a gift.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20pm (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 3, Episode 4 - The Bullet Is Not For Firing

The platoon get into a spot of bother after firing at a German plane during an air raid. Displeased at the spending of precious bullets, Mainwaring organises a court of inquiry into the situation.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
The Goon Show. Image shows from L to R: Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers, Harry Secombe. Copyright: BBC

The Goon Show

Series 7, Episode 16 - Shifting Sands

Soldier Neddie Seagoon heads off to the fort at Waziri which is drifting into peril. Guest stars It's That Man Again star Jack Train as Colonel Chinstrap.

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 3, Episode 7 - Big Guns

The platoon are given some extra fire power when they get a large naval gun. Now it is just a matter of learning how to fire it, and removing anything that can be used as cover by the Germans.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:30pm (repeat)
So Awkward. Copyright: Channel X North

So Awkward

Series 4, Episode 7 - Loyalty Points

Lily and Jas fake a falling out to get Rob and Sid to stop arguing, while Ollie and Martha train Mr Malone to be a better teacher.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (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

Series 2, Episode 4 - The Day Peace Broke Out

Tom takes the law into his own hands when leeks start disappearing from his garden.

U&Yesterday channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Ripping Yarns. Michael Palin. Copyright: BBC

Ripping Yarns

A selection of episodes from the first series of the boys' own adventure parody.

Comedy Central Extra 9pm (repeat)
U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series K, Episode 6 - Killers

With Jason Manford, Sandi Toksvig and Trevor Noah.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm
60 min
No Offence. D.C. Dinah Kowalska (Elaine Cassidy). Copyright: AbbottVision

No Offence

Series 3, Episode 4

The team has lost Beckett by a hair's breadth - but they have gained a potentially priceless opportunity. With Bonnie and Dennis in the station, Viv and the team have 48 hours to get Dennis to betray his best friend and turn police informant. Dennis won't budge but when Viv tunnels down to his deepest insecurities she unleashes more than she could have bargained for.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm
60 min
A League Of Their Own. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 13, Episode 6

Team GB boxing legend Nicola Adams, three-time world heavyweight champion Wladimir Klitschko and actor and stand-up Tom Davis join the boys for the next knock-out round of the hit show.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9:10pm
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 12, Episode 4

Dr Christian Jessen, Lorraine Kelly, Sarah Millican and Tom Rosenthal join team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson to play the panel game.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (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

Series 2, Episode 5 - Mutiny

Margo's performance of the Sound of Music coincides with the day 'Sir' wants the Leadbetters to entertain an important client.

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

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Series 2, Episode 1 - Mammy Pulls It Off

Dermot and his new wife Maria have a baby on the way, and they are desperate for a place of their own. The newlyweds just can't afford to move out, but Mrs Brown has a plan to help her son...

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

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Episode 16

Jimmy Carr hosts a new edition of the panel game, with Sean Lock and Sara Pascoe who take on Jon Richardson and Josh Widdicombe. Susie Dent is joined by Alex Horne & The Horne Section in Dictionary Corner, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.

YANGA! channel logo. 10pm (repeat)
Number 6. Mansour Bellow

Number 6

Episode 15

On the show tonight are Jimmy James Jones and Annette Fagon.

Comedy Central 10pm
30 min
Roast Battle. Image shows from L to R: Darren Harriott, Stephen Bailey

Roast Battle

Series 2, Episode 4

Stephen Bailey takes on Darren Harriott, and Angela Barnes takes on Matt Richardson.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Red Dwarf. Aniter (Helen George)

Red Dwarf

Series XII, Episode 5 - M-Corp

When the Dwarfers upload the latest software update they discover the Jupiter Mining Corporation, owners of Red Dwarf, have been bought by M Corp - a company that only allows products made by them to be visible to their employees.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Simon Callow

Plum House

Series 1, Episode 6 - Lights, Camera, Pudding

The team at the museum are startled to hear that Peter has agreed to Plum House being used as a location in a period drama.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm
50 min
Celebrity Juice. Image shows from L to R: Will Mellor, Fearne Cotton, Olly Murs

Celebrity Juice

Series 20, Episode 4 - The Pop Special

Joining the panel this week are singer/songwriter Tom Odell, popstar Olly Murs, soul legend Gabrielle and acting legend Will Mellor.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm
30 min
Sick Of It. Karl (Karl Pilkington)

Sick Of It

Series 1, Episode 3 - Lonely People

Karl's off to the country for some peace and quiet.

YANGA! channel logo. 10:30pm (repeat)
Number 6. Mansour Bellow

Number 6

Episode 1

Kane Brown introduces comedy from Funmbi Omotayo and Toju.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm
30 min
Newsjack. Angela Barnes. Copyright: BBC / Matt Stronge

Newsjack

Series 19, Episode 4

Angela Barnes, Jon Pointing, Sukh Ojla and Josh Berry present this week's edition of BBC Radio 4 Extra's topical sketch show.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10:30pm
30 min
Sick Of It. Image shows from L to R: Auntie Norma (Sondra James), Karl (Karl Pilkington)

Sick Of It

Series 1, Episode 4 - Uncle Vinnie

Karl's on a mission to the seaside with Auntie Norma in tow.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40pm (repeat)
Little Britain. Image shows from L to R: David Walliams, Matt Lucas, The Prime Minister (Anthony Head)

Little Britain

Series 2, Episode 4

Dr Lawrence watches Anne take part in a theatre production.

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
Red Dwarf. Rimmer (Chris Barrie)

Red Dwarf

Series XII, Episode 6 - Skipper

Rimmer gets hold of a Quantum skipper and skips his way across the multi-verse looking for a dimension where he's not such a giant loser.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 10:45pm (repeat)
The Jonathan Ross Show. Jonathan Ross. Copyright: Hot Sauce / ITV Studios

The Jonathan Ross Show

Series 13, Episode 5 - Paul Hollywood, Prue Leith, Noel Fielding, Mo Gilligan, Olly Murs

Jonathan talks to Great British Bake Off judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith, as well as presenter Noel Fielding, plus one of the UK's fastest rising comedians Mo Gilligan, and the chart-topping, multi-platinum selling Olly Murs will be chatting and performing in the studio.

U&W channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Smithy (James Corden). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 2, Episode 7

Stacey returns to Essex to sort out the situation with Gavin, but things are not looking good. Meanwhile in Barry, an unexpected event throws everyone into a panic.

Radio 4 11pm (repeat)
Secrets And Lattes. Image shows from L to R: Trisha (Julie Graham), Clare (Hilary Lyon), Krzysztof (Simon Greenall), Lizzie (Pearl Appleby). Copyright: ABsoLuTeLy Productions

Secrets And Lattes

Series 2, Episode 1 - All Change

Erstwhile free spirit Trisha returns to her native city of Edinburgh after years of living in London. It is supposed to be business as usual in Trisha and Clare's Edinburgh cafe but an unexpected phone call, a surprise dinner invitation and a dodgy bike mean it is change all round.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Tom Wrigglesworth's Open Letters. Tom Wrigglesworth. Copyright: BBC

Tom Wrigglesworth's Open Letters

Series 1, Episode 1 - Parking Enforcement

Tom finds himself baffled by the weird world of parking enforcement.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:10pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

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

Johnny Vegas and Rhod Gilbert face off against Joe Wilkinson and Roisin Conaty. Tom Allen is in with Susie Dent, and Rachel Riley is in charge of the letters and numbers.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20pm (repeat)
Harry Enfield & Chums. Image shows from L to R: Kathy Burke, Harry Enfield, Paul Whitehouse

Harry Enfield & Chums

Series 1, Episode 4

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

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

Mock The Week

Series 11, Episode 5

Dara O'Briain, Hugh Dennis, Andy Parsons and Chris Addison look back at the Wimbledon final and ahead at the final preparations for the London Olympics, with the help of guests Josh Widdicombe, Miles Jupp and Milton Jones.

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

The Young Postmen

Episode 6, Top of the Pops: The eager threesome attempt a Christmas number one.

U&W channel logo 11:40pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Gavin (Mathew Horne), Stacey (Joanna Page), Smithy (James Corden), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Bryn (Rob Brydon), Nessa (Ruth Jones). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 3, Episode 1

Gavin starts his new job in Cardiff, Stacey is thrilled to be back in Barry, Smithy is still in Essex, and Nessa is adjusting to life in Dave's caravan in Sully. The weekend brings with it a big reunion, as everyone meets up for the christening of baby Neil.

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Football Genius. Tim Vine. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Football Genius

Episode 2 - Leicester City v Charlton Athletic

Paul Sinha's team of Leicester City supporters put their football knowledge to the test as they take on Sam Quek's team of Charlton Athletic fans in the quiz hosted by Tim Vine.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV Midnight (repeat)
The League Of Gentlemen. Image shows from L to R: Tubbs (Steve Pemberton), Edward (Reece Shearsmith). Copyright: BBC

The League Of Gentlemen

Series 1, Episode 1 - Welcome To Royston Vasey

Outsider Benjamin arrives in town. Ben's friend Martin visits the Local Shop and meets the unfailingly strange Tubbs and Edward. Restart officer Pauline is angered that a job seeker has a job interview.

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A League Of Their Own. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 13, Episode 6

Team GB boxing legend Nicola Adams, three-time world heavyweight champion Wladimir Klitschko and actor and stand-up Tom Davis join the boys for the next knock-out round of the hit show.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight
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 46, Episode 3

Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Stephen Merchant and panellists Hal Cruttenden and Gabby Logan.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:10am (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Image shows from L to R: Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson, Sean Lock. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

2013 Specials, Episode 1

Jimmy Carr hosts as Jon Richardson and funny man Rhod Gilbert take on comedians Lee Mack and Rob Beckett.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 1am
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 11, Highlights Special - Best Bits

Hilarious highlights from the latest series, hosted by Jimmy Carr with team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson. With guests Jack Dee, Jedward, Sarah Millican, Amy Childs, Micky Flanagan, Jack Whitehall, Charlie Brooker and Gok Wan.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 1am (repeat)
Sick Of It. Karl (Karl Pilkington)

Sick Of It

Series 1, Episode 3 - Lonely People

Karl's off to the country for some peace and quiet.

Comedy Central 1am (repeat)
Roast Battle. Image shows from L to R: Darren Harriott, Stephen Bailey

Roast Battle

Series 2, Episode 4

Stephen Bailey takes on Darren Harriott, and Angela Barnes takes on Matt Richardson.

Comedy Central Extra 1am (repeat)
Your Face Or Mine. Image shows from L to R: Gemma Collins, James Argent. Copyright: Talkback

Your Face Or Mine

Series 4, Episode 1

We kick things off with a celebrity couple, TOWIE's Gemma Collins and James 'Arg' Argent. Joined by a few familiar faces to the sofa, will the King and Queen of Essex be unnerved? Tune in on Wednesday, it's The Only Way to find out!

U&Dave channel logo 1am
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series K, Episode 7 - Knowledge

With Jimmy Carr, Jo Brand and Graham Linehan.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 1:30am (repeat)
Sick Of It. Image shows from L to R: Auntie Norma (Sondra James), Karl (Karl Pilkington)

Sick Of It

Series 1, Episode 4 - Uncle Vinnie

Karl's on a mission to the seaside with Auntie Norma in tow.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 1:50am
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 12, Episode 4

Dr Christian Jessen, Lorraine Kelly, Sarah Millican and Tom Rosenthal join team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson to play the panel game.

Forces TV 1:55am (repeat)
Shine On Harvey Moon. Image shows from L to R: Harvey Moon (Kenneth Cranham), Stanley (Lee Whitlock)

Shine On Harvey Moon

Series 4, Episode 6 - All Or Nothing At All

Frieda has to cope with a death and an unexpected visit.

London Live 2am (repeat)
London Live

Confessions From The David Galaxy Affair

Playboy David Galaxy has to prove himself against both the law and "the only woman in the world who's never had an orgasm".

U&Dave channel logo 2am (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Andy Parsons, Dara O Briain, Hugh Dennis. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 13, Episode 5

Dara O Briain and the team put the week's events under their comedy microscope and examine the results with guests Josh Widdicombe, Gary Delaney, Tiffany Stevenson and Romesh Ranganathan.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:20am (repeat)
Knowing Me, Knowing You... With Alan Partridge. Alan Partridge (Steve Coogan). Copyright: TalkbackThames

Knowing Me, Knowing You... With Alan Partridge

Alan Partridge is an insincere and skill-less chat show host. Partridge frequently demonstrated his insecurities and total lack of knowledge about his guests' lives during each broadcast.

U&Drama channel logo 2:40am (repeat)
Lovejoy. Lovejoy (Ian McShane). Copyright: FremantleMedia

Lovejoy

Series 5, Episode 12 - Never Judge a Book by Its Cover

Lovejoy, Charlotte and Charlie are in search of religious books for the Felsham Library.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:55am (repeat)
Limmy's Show!. Brian Limond. Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Limmy's Show!

Series 3, Episode 1

Psychic medium Raymond Day brings a family together with info from beyond the grave, Jacqueline McCafferty gets competitive at a self-help group, and Dee Dee allows his curiosity about a parcel to get the better of him.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 3am (repeat)
Duck Quacks Don't Echo. Image shows from L to R: Danny Dyer, Lee Mack, Meera Syal, Jason Byrne. Copyright: Magnum Media

Duck Quacks Don't Echo

Series 5, Episode 4

This week, Lee is joined by Jason Byrne, Danny Dyer and Meera Syal.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 3:15am (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 17, Episode 7

Fern Brady, Phil Spencer, Henning Wehn and Carol Vorderman join Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson and Sean Lock to look at the what people have been talking about this week.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20am (repeat)
The Tommy Cooper Hour. Tommy Cooper. Copyright: Thames Television

The Tommy Cooper Hour

Tommy Cooper stars in a series of hour-long specials dedicated to his unique and hilarious blend of comedy and magic.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30am (repeat)
Rent. Copyright: BBC

Rent

Series 1, Episode 3

Paul and Ruby's scheme to cash in on some attic treasure causes a panic.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
Making The Best Of It. Copyright: BBC

Making The Best Of It

Episode 1 - Shock Jock

Aspiring urban DJ Asif Ahmed drags Barry from Room 1A to act as on-air posse in his Lake Vista Care Home radio show. By Dave Florez.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
Simon Callow

Plum House

Series 1, Episode 6 - Lights, Camera, Pudding

The team at the museum are startled to hear that Peter has agreed to Plum House being used as a location in a period drama.

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