Schedule for 21st October 2018 (full list)

6am (repeat)

On The Buses

Series 4, Episode 8 - The Anniversary

Stan and his family are celebrating Olive and Arthur's 10th wedding anniversary. Aunt Maud has seen fit to send them a dog as a gift, but Arthur is none too amused.

7:10am (repeat)

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 11 - Give Peas A Chance

Mayor Wilbur passes a law to increase the healthy eating in Beanotown, replacing all foods with peas... of the mushy variety! The gang must avoid the people of Beanotown who are rapidly turning into Zompeas after eating the green mush. Dennis uses the only ordinary peas in town to sabotage Wilbur's mush making factory and save the day!

7:25am (repeat)

The Piglet Files

Series 3, Episode 7 - With Friends Like These

Faced with mounting cutbacks from their respective governments, MI5 and the KGB are forced to collaborate in order to prove their worth. Is the staged kidnap of a senior Russian minister really wise?

7:25am (repeat)

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 9 - I Believe In Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse gains a following of crazed felines - but it's not all good news!

7:30am (repeat)

Bad Salsa

Series 1, Episode 3 - All Change

Jill wonders if she should have an affair.

7:35am (repeat)

The Zoo

Series 2, Episode 10 - The Search of the Inner Tiger

It's time for the zoo's new tiger cub to meet his massive, meat-munching, food-obsessed dad.

7:40am (repeat)

Boj

Episode 7 - Giggly Holiday

Boj shares a postcard from the Bleat's Hawaiian holiday with Mia and he discovers that the Twitches haven't had a holiday. So Boj has a boj-a-boom idea and asks Mr Cloppity and the buddies to help him create a mini Hawaii in Giggly Park as a big surprise for the Twitches. Aloha!

7:45am (repeat)

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.

7:50am (repeat)

Bob Monkhouse... The Million Joke Man

Episode 3 - The Elder Statesman Of Comedy

Paul O'Grady charts Bob Monkhouse's reinvention as the elder statesman of British comedy from 1994 to his death in 2003 and sees how at the end of his life Bob was performing some of his most outstanding comedic work. Paul marvels at Bob's final stage performance, and tells the story of how his prized joke books went missing from the BBC.

7:50am (repeat)

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 49 - The Blue Mountains, Jamaica

Trouble brews in Jamaica when Glitch's campfire threatens a coffee plantation.

8am (repeat)

Meet The Huggetts

Episode 4, What Unusual Wallpaper: The family are suffering in a summer heatwave.

8:25am (repeat)

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 13 - Plipp And Zopp

Bitz and Bob are on the lookout for spaceships in the Big Hot Sandy Desert when a rocket crash-lands near them.

8:30am (repeat)

Take It From Here

A warring pantomime horse trots on, while Ron Glum's love for Eth is tested on a night out.

8:55am (repeat)

Sorry!

Series 2, Episode 6 - Could Do Better

Mother is furious when she finds a 25-year-old school report of Timothy's hidden in his bedroom. Timothy's more concerned with meeting Jennifer's bridesmaid. Perhaps romance is finally in the air?

9:25am (repeat)

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 44 - Ice Cream

Bean wants an ice cream from the ice cream van, but ends up serving himself - along with every kid in town!

9:35am (repeat)

The Two Ronnies Sketchbook

Episode 4

The Two Ronnies are back again with another helping of their greatest work.

9:40am (repeat)

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 45 - Birthday Party

Mr Bean is feeling down. Everyone has forgotten his birthday - and to make it worse - Mrs Wicket is having a noisy party downstairs.

10am (repeat)

Back-room Boy

Meteorologist Arthur Pilbeam finds himself stationed in a remote lighthouse, but nowhere near alone as he initially believes.

10am
30 min

Luisa Omielan's Politics For Bitches

Episode 1 - Housing

Luisa tackles the housing crisis: she wants to find out why so many of us can't afford to buy a home, even if we're working full time. Luisa is looking for a home herself, so this is perfect timing. But on her budget, getting a mortgage for more than a parking space proves difficult, so Luisa looks at the alternatives - from speed flatmating nights, to becoming a property guardian.

10am
30 min

Luisa Omielan's Politics For Bitches

Episode 2 - Opportunities

Luisa wants to find out why some people have more opportunities than others. She explores the barriers that hold some people back and stop others getting the best jobs. Education, family background, and where you live could all be factors in whether you succeed in life. Luisa wonders how you can overcome these barriers and make the best of yourself.

10am
29 min

Luisa Omielan's Politics For Bitches

Episode 3 - Women

Luisa looks at some of the issues bothering women, and addresses why women are not seen as equal to men yet - and what can be done about it. She'll get the views of her audience in Cardiff and Glasgow, go on a procession in London, and meet women who are making a change.

10am
30 min

Luisa Omielan's Politics For Bitches

Episode 4 - Public Spending

Luisa is tackling public spending. Services like the police, the NHS and local councils are all suffering from underfunding, and Luisa wants to find out why this is happening and what we can do about it.

10:30am (repeat)

Justin's House

Series 4, Episode 8 - Power Cut Party

When the power goes off in Justin's House, Justin and Robert must learn to work together to get the lights and TV working again in order to watch their favourite TV programmes.

10:40am (repeat)

Only Fools And Horses

A selection of seven episodes of Britain's most popular sitcom.

11am
60 min

GrownUpLand

Episode 2

A compilation of the BBC Radio 4 podcast where the panel consider what it really takes to be a grown up and how will you know when you are one?

11:25am (repeat)

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 2, Episode 3 - Waffle And The Kitten

The Brooklyn-Bells are looking after the kitten from Jess's veterinary practice.

12pm (repeat)

The Museum Of Curiosity

Gallery 13, Episode 3 - Meeting Seventy-Six

Professor of Ignorance John Lloyd and his curator Lee Mack welcome comedian and writer Karen Dunbar, metallurgist Professor John Wood and breakfast radio host Shaun Keaveny.

12pm (repeat)

Meet The Huggetts

Episode 4, What Unusual Wallpaper: The family are suffering in a summer heatwave.

12:15pm (repeat)

Monarch Of The Glen

A selection of episodes from the second series.

12:30pm (repeat)

Take It From Here

A warring pantomime horse trots on, while Ron Glum's love for Eth is tested on a night out.

1pm (repeat)

The Boys In Blue

Comedians Cannon and Ball take on the roles of two local policemen in a dozy English village.

2pm (repeat)

Get Some In!

A selection of episodes from the first series of the national service sitcom.

2:30pm (repeat)

Mr Bean

A selection of episodes from the first and second series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.

2:45pm (repeat)

Bitz & Bob

Series 2, Episode 18 - Mayor Bevel's Mega Wheel

Bitz, Bob and Purl are building a giant Mega Wheel in Craft City for Mayor Bevel, and the local citizens are getting very excited.

3pm (repeat)

Room 101

A selection of episodes from the third series of the Orwellian panel game.

3:15pm (repeat)

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 11 - Harbin Ice City, China

When Grim HQ's heating gets stuck on, Glitch looks for a cold place to land and cool down.

3:25pm (repeat)

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 12 - Dover, England

The Go Jetters arrive at the White Cliffs of Dover in England, to cheer Kyan as he finishes a cross-channel swim, but a large cloud of dust blocks his way to the shore.

4pm (repeat)

Outnumbered

A selection of episodes from the second series of the semi-improvised sitcom.

4:50pm (repeat)

Carry On Regardless

Wild adventures and misadventures of co-partners in an unconventional employment agency.

5pm (repeat)

Gigglebiz

Series 3, Episode 19

Accident-prone DIY enthusiast DIY Dan tries to build a spice rack, newsreader Arthur Sleep gets his chair stolen and goes home early, location reporter Gail Force interviews some big fans and so-called antiques 'expert' Ann Teak destroys a valuable dinner table and plates.

5:30pm (repeat)

Bad Salsa

Series 1, Episode 3 - All Change

Jill wonders if she should have an affair.

6:35pm (repeat)

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

A group of British retirees travel to India to take up residence in what they believe is a newly restored hotel.

7pm (repeat)

GrownUpLand

Episode 2

A compilation of the BBC Radio 4 podcast where the panel consider what it really takes to be a grown up and how will you know when you are one?

7:15pm
30 min

Big Broadcast

Series 2, Episode 1 - Quiz

With the help of a deep-voiced celebrity guest the studio team manage to subvert the new manager's plans to change the format.

7:25pm (repeat)

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 15 - Nurse!

Envious of all the attention his landlady receives when she breaks her leg, Mr Bean pretends to break his leg too. Then in hospital, he encounters the matron from hell!

7:30pm (repeat)

So Awkward

Series 4, Episode 9 - Practice Makes Perfect

Lily, Martha and Ollie become Prefects and the power goes to their heads.

7:40pm (repeat)

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 16 - Dead Cat

While trying to redecorate the hall, Bean is obstructed at every turn by his landlady's vile one-eyed cat. Bean pops it in the dustbin to keep it out of the way for a while. Just his luck that it is rubbish collection day.

8pm (repeat)

'Allo 'Allo!

A selection of episodes from the first series of the wartime sitcom.

8pm (repeat)

My Favourite Sketch

Episode 5 - Bob Mortimer

Sally is joined by master of the absurd, Bob Mortimer. Bob reveals the comedy sketches that turned a young lad from the North East into a solicitor, before finding his true calling with partner Vic Reeves. Bob shares his love of Spike Milligan, Tommy Cooper, Fry and Laurie as well as some internet sketch sensations. The icing on the cake as ever is the remake of Bob's favourite sketch, aided and abetted by host Sally Phillips.

8pm (repeat)

4 O'Clock Club

Series 6, Episode 10 - Flashmob

Nero's excited to dance with Polly at a flashmob - until he learns she has two left feet. He needs to find another partner fast. But can he really dance with Katie?!

8:30pm
30 min

Still Open All Hours

Series 5, Episode 3

Gastric impresses everyone with his invention skills when he adapts his Mini to run on its own.

9pm (repeat)

The Catherine Tate Show

Series 2, Episode 6

Janice & Ray discuss their gourmet's experience, Kate & Ellen are talking about the most offensive word in the office, Lauren questions her teacher's sexuality and Nan receives a visit from an old friend.

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9pm
50 min version (repeat)

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 11, Episode 8

This edition of the show sees Jimmy Carr, Sean Lock and Jon Richardson joined by Rhod Gilbert, Sarah Millican, Gregg Wallace and Kate Silverton to debate the hot topics of the week by examining surveys, opinion polls and statistics; from the silly to the serious, from celebrity gossip to world politics.

9pm (repeat)

A League Of Their Own

US Road Trip 2.0, Out-takes - Unseen 2

Go behind the scenes of the boys' epic US adventure with a second helping of unseen footage. Packed with bloopers, wind-ups and behind-the-scenes banter, it features all the hilarious (and humiliating) moments you were never meant to see.

9pm
60 min version (repeat)

Have I Got News For You

Series 54, Episode 6

Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Victoria Coren Mitchell and guest panellists Sara Pascoe and Henry Blofeld.

9:40pm (repeat)

Citizen Khan

Series 5, Episode 1 - Cricket

Mr Khan makes an exhibition of himself in front of a packed house at Edgbaston Cricket Ground.

9:45pm (repeat)

Tourist Trap

Series 1, Episode 3

CEO Elaine has a new Welsh Legends initiative to launch but is having trouble telling her rugby icons apart.

9:50pm
50 min version (repeat)

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 11, Episode 9

The boys and their guests thrash out the hot topics of the week by examining surveys, opinion polls and statistics; from the silly to the serious, from celebrity gossip to world politics. With guests Nick Grimshaw, Rachel Riley, Peter Serafinowicz and Daniel Sloss.

10pm (repeat)

A League Of Their Own

US Road Trip 2.0, Highlights Special

Relive the boys' epic US adventure with this look back at the highlights from series two. From a rocky monster trucking competition and an embarrassing stint as cheerleaders, to a calamitous firefighting drill and a high-stakes race across the Big Apple, this special episode looks back at the trip's most memorable moments. Plus, there's another chance to see the loser's unforgettable performance at New York's number one drag club.

10pm (repeat)

Taskmaster

Series 7, Episode 7 - The Perfect Stuff

Greg Davies challenges his five fearful funny people to entertain him by completing more baffling challenges which this week involve corneas, crackers and construction.

10pm (repeat)

Bad Salsa

Series 1, Episode 3 - All Change

Jill wonders if she should have an affair.

10:20pm (repeat)

Citizen Khan

Series 5, Episode 2 - Bullies

Mr Khan has bought a drone camera to keep an eye on the local neighbourhood as he believes it is starting to go a bit downhill.

10:30pm (repeat)

The Mark Steel Lecture

Series 3, Episode 4 - Mary Shelley

Mark presents the life of Mary Shelley, crediting her as the inventor of science-fiction, and whose most famous novel, Frankenstein, has never had a faithful adaptation.

10:45pm
45 min version (repeat)

Live At The Apollo

Series 12, Episode 5 - Frankie Boyle, Jack Carroll, Holly Walsh

Glaswegian comedy giant Frankie Boyle hosts and introduces young stand-up and sensation Jack Carroll and wonderful Holly Walsh to the stage.

11pm (repeat)

The Royle Family

Series 1, Episode 1

It's just 6 weeks until Denise and Dave's wedding day, and Jim's scrutinising the bills closely. Who on Earth has been making phone calls to Aberdeen...?

11pm (repeat)

Roast Battle

Series 2, Episode 2

Former couple Alfie Brown and Jessie Cave roast each other, and Daniel Sloss takes on Phil Wang.

11pm (repeat)

A League Of Their Own

Series 8, Episode 1

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

11pm (repeat)

Mock The Week

Series 15, Episode 1

Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis mock the events of the last seven days with guests Gary Delaney, Ed Gamble, Nish Kumar, Tiff Stevenson and Josh Widdicombe.

11pm (repeat)

Newsjack

Series 19, Episode 6

Angela Barnes presents her final episode, with George Fouracres, Freya Parker and Lewis Macleod.

11:30pm (repeat)

Stand Up Central

Series 4, Episode 2

Rob Delaney introduces Sara Pascoe and Tom Ward.

11:30pm (repeat)

Ectoplasm

Episode 1, The Curse of Tutancommon: Egypt, where Edwardian adventurer Lord Zimbabwe swashes a buckle or two.

11:35pm (repeat)

Comedy Gold: TV's Funniest Ever Sketches

John Thomson presents this showcase of classic comedy sketches.

11:35pm (repeat)

Mock The Week

Series 9, Episode 8

Dara, Hugh and Andy joined by guests Ed Byrne, Micky Flanagan, Stewart Francis and newcomer Miles Jupp.

11:40pm (repeat)

Game On

Series 3, Episode 3 - Marines And Vacuum Cleaner

Impressed by Archie's tales of life in the Royal Marines, Matt decides to join the Marines in honour of his dead brother Danny. Trouble is, Martin and Mandy don't recall Matt ever having a brother.

11:45pm
45 min version (repeat)

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QI

Series P, Episode 2 - Peril

With Aisling Bea, Lee Mack and Jason Manford.

11:59pm (repeat)

Comedy Central Live

Roman Kemp presents highlights from Comedy Central's Southampton festival.

12:05am (repeat)

12 In A Box

Comedy starring Miranda Hart and Katy Wix.

12:15am (repeat)

Room 101

Series 3, Episode 8 - Steve Jones, Sue Perkins, Bruno Tonioli

TV presenter Steve Jones, comedian and Great British Bake Off co-presenter Sue Perkins and Strictly Come Dancing judge Bruno Tonioli try to abolish bowling, mime artists and catalogues into Room 101.

12:20am (repeat)

Game On

Series 3, Episode 4 - Crabs

Mandy has invited Archie's mother and sister to the flat for dinner, but has not extended the invitations to Matt or Martin. After struggling to cook dinner, Mandy passes out drunk. However, Matt's charm and Martin's microwave cookery prowess ensure the evening goes well, until a misunderstanding reveals a secret from Mandy's past.

12:30am (repeat)

Women On The Verge

Episode 2

Laura feels elated after her first therapy session. Alison's nervous about dinner with Martin's parents and in a bid to take the heat off her, she persuades Laura and Katie to come along.

12:55am (repeat)

Room 101

Series 4, Episode 1 - Len Goodman, Ronni Ancona, Tim Vine

Joining Frank Skinner for the first show are Strictly's generous Head Judge Len Goodman, actress and impressionist Ronni Ancona and pun-master Tim Vine. Choices up for possible disposal include all foreign food.

1am (repeat)

Little Britain

Series 2, Episode 6

Lou and Andy go to the seaside, while Dafydd has been to a rugby match.

1am
60 min version (repeat)

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 7, Episode 3

Russell Howard returns to pore through another week's weird and wild news stories and international media events.

1:05am (repeat)

The Last Leg

Series 15, Episode 2

A live audience and guest Tracey Ullman join the boys to help dissect the week's events and talking points.

1:35am (repeat)

Vic Reeves Big Night Out

Cult comedy in which Vic Reeves and Bob Mortimer present some very surreal comedy.

1:35am
55 min version (repeat)

Have I Got News For You

Series 54, Episode 6

Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Victoria Coren Mitchell and guest panellists Sara Pascoe and Henry Blofeld.

2:05am (repeat)

Can You Keep It Up For A Week?

Infamous 1974 sex comedy, starring Jeremy Bulloch as walking disaster-area Gil.

2:10am (repeat)

Game On

Series 3, Episode 3 - Marines And Vacuum Cleaner

Impressed by Archie's tales of life in the Royal Marines, Matt decides to join the Marines in honour of his dead brother Danny. Trouble is, Martin and Mandy don't recall Matt ever having a brother.

2:30am (repeat)

Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled

Series 5, Episode 3

Alan Davies plays host to Annie Siddons and welcomes back Patrick Kielty, Katherine Ryan and Joe Lycett as they ruminate about parking tickets, the accidental death of a pony and a rather nasty plane crash.

2:40am (repeat)

Game On

Series 3, Episode 4 - Crabs

Mandy has invited Archie's mother and sister to the flat for dinner, but has not extended the invitations to Matt or Martin. After struggling to cook dinner, Mandy passes out drunk. However, Matt's charm and Martin's microwave cookery prowess ensure the evening goes well, until a misunderstanding reveals a secret from Mandy's past.

3:10am (repeat)