British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Friday 2nd November 2018

Radio 4 11:30am
30 min
Gloomsbury. Image shows from L to R: Henry Mickleton (Jonathan Coy), Vera Sackcloth-Vest (Miriam Margolyes), DH Lollipop (John Sessions), Lionel Fox (Nigel Planer), Venus Traduces (Morwenna Banks), Ginny Fox (Alison Steadman). Copyright: Little Brother Productions

Gloomsbury

Series 5, Episode 4 - Warning Contains Strong Language, Violence and Nuts

In the middle of a General Election in which he is standing for the Labour Party, Henry begins to wonder what socialism is.

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

Breaking The News

Series 11, Episode 3

Iain Stirling, Jay Lafferty, Hugo Rifkind and Elaine Malcolmson guest star.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:25pm
15 min
Gigglebiz. Justin Fletcher. Copyright: BBC

Gigglebiz

Series 5, Episode 6 - Captain Adorable's Shopping

Rapids Johnson enjoys a trip to a woodland cinema, Will Singalot and the Merry Band play hide-and-seek, and Captain Adorable attempts to carry some shopping bags.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
The Now Show. Hugh Dennis. Copyright: BBC

The Now Show

Series 53, Episode 2

Hugh Dennis tackles the budget, Halloween and the state of debate during the US mid-term elections. Rose Matafeo looks at Kanye's latest tweets, Andy Zaltzman comes up with a way to achieve peace and unity in the world and Beardyman has a charity song for the wildlife of this planet.

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

Only Fools And Horses

Series 1, Episode 1 - Big Brother

After flogging one legged turkeys from the back of a three wheeled van, Del's confident at last he's onto a winner with Trigger's consignment of Old English vinyl briefcases. How can his brother Rodney even think of abandoning the high flying world of trading for a real job?

BBC Local Radio 7pm
60 min
Anything But Coldplay. Image shows from L to R: Toby Friedner, Sally Riceman, Mark Rann, Krysstal, Brian Damage

Anything But Coldplay

Series 1, Episode 4

A musical comedy panel show on BBC Three Counties Radio.

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 5, Episode 6 - If The Cap Fits....

Frazer is becoming increasingly troublesome, so Mainwaring tries to solve the problem by temporarily promoting him to the rank of captain. The plan soon backfires when a visitor mistakes Frazer for Mainwaring.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:10pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason), Grandad (Lennard Pearce). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 3, Episode 2 - Healthy Competition

Rodney has become disillusioned with being Del's look-out, and announces his intention to set up business with Mickey Pearce.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 8:30pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Lee (Lee Mack)

Not Going Out

Series 9, Episode 2 - Escape Room

As a surprise for Lee's birthday, Lucy invites the whole family to join them in an escape room.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:50pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 7, Episode 1 - The Sky's The Limit

Rodney's marriage problems have made him seek solace from drink but, although he offers help, Del is too busy himself to offer any practical help

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9pm
30 min
Have I Got News For You. Image shows from L to R: Paul Merton, Ian Hislop

Have I Got News For You

Series 56, Episode 5

Ian and Paul return for another look at the headlines. This time, Victoria Coren Mitchell hosts, with guest panellists Janey Godley and Robert Rinder.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Francesca Martinez, Alan Carr, Nish Kumar. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 11, Episode 1 - Alan Carr, Francesca Martinez, Nish Kumar

In the first episode, everyone's favourite 'Chatty Man' Alan Carr is the host as he introduces two of comedy's biggest stars - the fabulously funny Francesca Martinez and rising comedy star Nish Kumar.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm
30 min
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Big Narstie, David Mitchell, Prue Leith, Rob Brydon, Scarlett Moffatt, Lee Mack, Tomasz Schafernaker. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 12, Episode 4

With guests Prue Leith, Scarlett Moffatt, Big Narstie and Tomasz Schafernaker.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
My Favourite Sketch. Bob Mortimer. Copyright: Potato

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.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
The Mash Report. Image shows from L to R: Newsreader Tom (Steve N Allen), Nish Kumar, Rachel / Emma (Rachel Parris), Newsreader Susan (Ellie Taylor). Copyright: Princess Productions

The Mash Report

Series 2, Episode 2

In the week of the Budget, Nish comments on investigations into UKIP donor Arron Banks; Rachel Parris looks at climate change and the environment; and Desiree Burch talks about the upcoming US mid-term elections.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Jon Richardson: Ultimate Worrier. Image shows from L to R: Desiree Burch, Jon Richardson, Nish Kumar. Copyright: Talkback

Jon Richardson: Ultimate Worrier

Series 1, Episode 4 - Humanity

Jon is joined by Nish Kumar and Desiree Burch to address worries when it comes to humanity. Will the apocalypse be dull? What will the next step in human evolution be? Is Nish a disgusting human? They won't solve anything, but they will rank them according to severity in a nice tiered system which helps Jon's nerves.

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

The Last Leg

Series 15, Episode 3

The boys are joined this week by comedian Joe Wilkinson, and Paralympian Lauren Steadman with her Strictly pro dance partner, AJ Pritchard.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:35pm
50 min
The Graham Norton Show. Graham Norton. Credit: So Television, Christopher Baines

The Graham Norton Show

Series 24, Episode 6 - Claire Foy, Kurt Russell, David Walliams, Lee Evans, Mumford & Sons

Kurt Russell says life with Goldie is spectacular; Claire Foy reveals her love of fighting; David Walliams talks about his OBE; Lee Evans says he's still trying to retire; and Mumford & Sons perform live in the studio.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 10:45pm (repeat)
Through The Keyhole. Image shows from L to R: Rochelle Humes, Fay Ripley, Steve Jones. Copyright: Talkback

Through The Keyhole

Series 4, Episode 6

On the panel this time are TV presenters Rochelle Humes and Steve Jones and Cold Feet actor Fay Ripley.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
The Mighty Boosh. Image shows from L to R: Vince Noir (Noel Fielding), Howard Moon (Julian Barratt). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

The Mighty Boosh

Series 1, Episode 7 - Electro

Vince is convinced that The Human League invented music. According to Vince, Howard's past career as a jazz trumpeter does not measure up. When Vince is offered a chance to join a new band, 'Kraftwork Orange' with Johnny Two Hats and the Electro Girls, he's intent on leaving everything behind, including Howard.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish. Dave Gorman

Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish

Series 3, Episode 4 - Too-Ra Taloo Rye-Eh

This week an annoying printer gets the sledge-hammer treatment, Christine Hamilton receives an unexpected gift, and some bees get to travel first class. Sort of...

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 11pm (repeat)
The Reluctant Landlord. Image shows from L to R: Dirty Harry (Phil Davis), Lemon (Nick Helm), Julie (Yasmine Akram). Copyright: What Larks Productions

The Reluctant Landlord

Series 1, Episode 1 - Dirty Harry

Romesh clashes with pub bully Dirty Harry, and Julie dares to introduce cocktails on to the bar menu. Meanwhile, Natasha sucks Lemon into her new juicing diet.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:25pm (repeat)
Peter Kay's Comedy Shuffle. Peter Kay. Copyright: Goodnight Vienna Productions

Peter Kay's Comedy Shuffle

Series 3, Episode 3

Peter receives a filthy phone call, Max and Paddy get flashed by a speed camera and there is a funeral for John and Kayleigh. With a special appearance from Sandra Bullock.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 11:30pm (repeat)
Bounty Hunters. Barnaby Walker (Jack Whitehall). Copyright: Cave Bear Productions

Bounty Hunters

Series 1, Episode 1

Barnaby Walker decides he's the man to sort out his family's cash-strapped antiques business when a mysterious accident lands his dad in hospital.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40pm (repeat)
The Mighty Boosh. Image shows from L to R: Vince Noir (Noel Fielding), Howard Moon (Julian Barratt). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

The Mighty Boosh

Series 1, Episode 8 - Hitcher

Bob Fossil has a big problem at Zoo-niverse. Ivan, the bear has developed some very anti-social habits and attacks Fossil.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight
60 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Tracey Ullman. Copyright: BBC / Hat Trick Productions

Have I Got News For You

Series 51, Episode 2

Tracey Ullman becomes the 100th guest host of the programme. She is joined by the Reverend Richard Coles and BBC News anchor Clive Myrie.

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