British Comedy Guide

Schedule Wednesday 23rd January 2019

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:30am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 13 - Wrapping

The Twirlywoos see someone wrapping a present and get carried away trying to wrap things of their own. Back in the Boat, the Stop-Go Car brings them a long scarf that they all get wrapped up in.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
Second Holmes

Second Holmes

Episode 4, The Case of the Shadowed Minister: The grandsons of Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson help an MP who claims he's being followed.

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

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 41 - Gran Up

When Gran's Harley gets impounded, Dennis thinks she's lost her groove and given up on her thrill-seeking ways. In trying to help her, Dennis accidentally becomes Old Man Dennis, and teams up with Gran to prove you're never too old to be a rebel.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:25am (repeat)
Butterflies. Image shows from L to R: Ben Parkinson (Geoffrey Palmer), Ria Parkinson (Wendy Craig)

Butterflies

Sitcom following dissatisfied housewife Ria Parkinson as she considers embarking on an exciting romantic affair with successful businessman Leonard.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 17 - Groundmouse Day

Penfold and Danger Mouse are testing the security system at the British Cheese Museum when a temporal glitch strikes and the pair discover the museum's prized pink parmesan has somehow vanished.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Angela Barnes: You Can't Take It With You. Angela Barnes

Angela Barnes: You Can't Take It With You

Series 2, Episode 3 - Passions

In part a tribute to Angela's beloved late father - a larger-than-life, gregarious character he was a sex shop manager, naturist, and a big fan of caravans and pranks - Angela celebrates his carpe diem approach to life, and his motto: You Can't Take It With You.

Talking Pictures TV 7:50am (repeat)
Sailor Beware. Image shows from L to R: Carnoustie Bligh (Gordon Jackson), Emma Hornett (Peggy Mount), Albert Tufnell (Ronald Lewis). Copyright: Remus Films

Sailor Beware

1950s farce starring Peggy Mount as a formidable mother who scares her daughter's naval fiancé.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8am (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 4, Episode 4 - The Affair

Penny arrives in London unannounced, convinced that Stephen is having an affair and seeking a place to stay. Lionel's love scene deadline is pressing, which makes for a long and busy day.

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

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 37 - Kinderdijk, Netherlands

It's a whirlwind of windmill excitement as the Go Jetters travel to Kinderdijk in the Netherlands to celebrate National Mill Day.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8am (repeat)
The Zoo

The Zoo

Series 1, Episode 11 - Into The Lion's Den

The arrival of two new lion cubs at the zoo has whipped all the residents into a frenzy of cuteness.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
The Navy Lark. Copyright: BBC

The Navy Lark

Classic radio sitcom about life aboard a British Royal Navy frigate.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
Beyond Our Ken. Image shows left to right: Betty Marsden, Kenneth Horne. Credit: BBC

Beyond Our Ken

Series 2, Episode 18

Long-running, hugely popular sketch show starring Kenneth Horne.

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 2, Episode 13 - Just In Space

The race is on in Justin's house to fill the one remaining space in the Justin Town Space Mission. Who will be the best astronaut for the job: man, robot or monster?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40am (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 5, Episode 1

Hyacinth gets more than she bargained for on a senior citizens' daytrip to the seaside.

U&Drama channel logo 9am (repeat)
Lovejoy. Lovejoy (Ian McShane). Copyright: FremantleMedia

Lovejoy

Series 6, Episode 4 - Double Edged Sword

Tough businessman Frank Whymark hires Lovejoy to recover a priceless Samurai sword stolen from his home.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 9am (repeat)
Duck Quacks Don't Echo. Lee Mack. Copyright: Magnum Media

Duck Quacks Don't Echo

Series 1, Episode 1

Let the games begin as funnyman Dara O Briain, former Spice Girl Melanie Chisholm and Stella herself, Ruth Jones, join Lee Mack.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
ITVBe 9:15am (repeat)
Sooty. Richard (Richard Cadell). Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 9 - Sooty Takes Off

Sooty, Sweep and Soo are desperate to join the junior model flyers' club, and they have just the plane to prove their skills. But after a journey that takes them from Paris to the North Pole, will they have enough fuel to make it home?

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 12th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 9:20am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 2, Episode 3 - You Lose Some, You Win Some

Maurice organises a gambling school of six customers who are being threatened by the casino, despite having promised his wife that he won't gamble any more. Terry and Arthur have to look after them until Maurice has made his profit.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
Big Jim And The Figaro Club. Big Jim (Norman Rossington). Copyright: BBC

Big Jim And The Figaro Club

Episode 4 - Up The Pole

When Perkins gets friendly with the Carnival Queen, the Figaros start plotting sabotage.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 2, Episode 13 - Bigger And Bigger

The Twirlywoos see children building a sandcastle at the beach, and decide to make it bigger. Back in the Boat they encounter a strange jelly which grows every time they touch it!

Talking Pictures TV 10:05am (repeat)
Your Money Or Your Wife. Image shows from L to R: Peggy Cummins, Donald Sinden

Your Money Or Your Wife

A repeat of this 1960 film.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 10:25am (repeat)
On The Buses. Inspector Blake (Stephen Lewis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 5, Episode 3 - The Best Man

The Inspector's niece is getting married to one of the drivers and much to Blakey's alarm, Stan is to be Best Man. He and Jack proceed to get the groom very, very drunk indeed.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 11am (repeat)
On The Buses. Inspector Blake (Stephen Lewis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 5, Episode 6 - The Busmen's Ball

The annual Busmen's Ball comes round once again and Arthur has decided that he and Olive will not be attending such a low-brow affair. Then he discovers what this year's cabaret is going to be...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20am (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Michael Harper (Gabriel Thomson), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay), Janey Harper (Daniela Denby-Ashe). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 9, Episode 7 - It's Training Men

An undercover assessor for Cavitex, posing as a patient, leads to Ben having to attend a retraining course.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 11:30am (repeat)
Rising Damp. Rupert Rigsby (Leonard Rossiter). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

Rising Damp

Series 2, Christmas Special - For The Man Who Has Everything

Rigsby's hopes for a quiet Christmas alone crumble when his tenants begin arriving back at the house unexpectedly. The solitude wasn't quite as fun as he'd expected though!

Radio 4 11:30am
30 min
Michael Hobbs

Cracking Up

Series 2, Episode 3 - Dylan Dares to Dream

11-year-old Tilly has gone to school that day with a colander gaffa-taped to her face but Mrs Ademola has removed it.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12pm (repeat)
2point4 Children. Image shows from L to R: Bill (Belinda Lang), David (John Pickard), Ben (Gary Olsen), Jenny (Clare Buckfield). Copyright: BBC

2point4 Children

Series 3, Episode 3 - Badger's Bend

Ben appears to have become addicted to Ninja Badger, and Bill challenges him to stay off the game for the weekend. Meanwhile, Rona's got a guilt-tripping convent school reunion to get through, and David's come home with a new pet goldfish.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
The Navy Lark. Copyright: BBC

The Navy Lark

Classic radio sitcom about life aboard a British Royal Navy frigate.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 12:05pm (repeat)
George & Mildred. Image shows from L to R: Mildred Roper (Yootha Joyce), George Roper (Brian Murphy). Copyright: Thames Television

George & Mildred

Series 2, Episode 3 - The Travelling Man

When George advertises for a lodger to take their spare room, Mildred is not impresse - until, that is, she sees the male applicant!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
Beyond Our Ken. Image shows left to right: Betty Marsden, Kenneth Horne. Credit: BBC

Beyond Our Ken

Series 2, Episode 18

Long-running, hugely popular sketch show starring Kenneth Horne.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Michael Harper (Gabriel Thomson), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay), Janey Harper (Daniela Denby-Ashe). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 9, Special - Kenzo's Project

Clip Show. Kenzo's school project about the family gives everyone a chance to look at some of the crazier moments in the Harper history.

London Live 1pm (repeat)
London Live

First A Girl

Satirical musical about a down-and-out singer who meets a gay entertainer who conceives a plan to pass her off as a female impersonator.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20pm (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 3, Episode 5 - German Week

Mr. Rumbold devises a German theme week in the store. Unfortunately the entirely German goods go down like a lead balloon with customers, and he insists a more jovial Germanic atmosphere must be created.

CITV 1:25pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 29 - The Lift

The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean.

CITV 1:40pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 30 - Dig This

The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2pm (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 2, Episode 6 - It Never Rains....

When Del arranges a holiday in the Benidorm sun, he and Rodney are tempted to leave Grandad at home - but he soon has a change of heart and has an extra bed put in their hotel room. All's well in Spain - until the old man is arrested!

Radio 4 2:15pm (repeat)
Spike Milligan

Spike And The Elfin Oak

Inspired by a true story: Spike Milligan tries to save an Elfin Oak in Kensington Gardens in the 1960s.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 2:20pm (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 2, Episode 13 - Bigger And Bigger

The Twirlywoos see children building a sandcastle at the beach, and decide to make it bigger. Back in the Boat they encounter a strange jelly which grows every time they touch it!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:40pm (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 6 - Home Sweet Home

A great opportunity arises for the Goods which promises to boost their earnings considerably.

London Live 2:50pm (repeat)
Wonderful Things!

Wonderful Things!

A young Gibraltan fisherman, unable to earn enough from fishing to marry his tempestuous fiancée, decides to come to England to seek his fortune.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:50pm (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 3 - The 101% Solution

Mitchell must pass the 'Hardest Maths Assignment Ever'. He cheats and ends up earning the mythical grade of 101%, breaking maths, and the world as we know it in the process. The kids' only hope in fixing this is a boy genius who was frozen years ago and has not been properly defrosted.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:15pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 2, Episode 13 - Bitzer's New Hat

The Farmer gives Bitzer a horrible new hat. Bitzer is very upset as he treasured his old hat. The flock rallies round to try to cheer him up with a selection of dashing alternative head gear.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20pm (repeat)
2point4 Children. Image shows from L to R: Bill (Belinda Lang), David (John Pickard), Ben (Gary Olsen), Jenny (Clare Buckfield). Copyright: BBC

2point4 Children

Series 3, Episode 3 - Badger's Bend

Ben appears to have become addicted to Ninja Badger, and Bill challenges him to stay off the game for the weekend. Meanwhile, Rona's got a guilt-tripping convent school reunion to get through, and David's come home with a new pet goldfish.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:20pm (repeat)
Zig And Zag

Zig And Zag

Episode 22 - A Novel Idea

Tired from shopping, Zag decides he needs to sit down, but the only seat available is reserved for authors to sign books - so Zag decides to write a book.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:45pm (repeat)
Diddy TV. Copyright: BBC

Diddy TV

Series 4, Episode 3 - The World's Strongest Diddy

Love blossoms Diddy-style in First Dates. We discover that Vets Do the Funniest Things and who will win the title The World's Strongest Diddy?

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 3:50pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 2, Episode 4 - Don't Tell Them Willie Boy Was Here

Terry has to mind a champion boxer who is making a comeback after two years away from the ring. But the crooked promoter has plans to fix the fight.

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 12th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4pm (repeat)
U&Drama channel logo 4:20pm (repeat)
Lovejoy. Lovejoy (Ian McShane). Copyright: FremantleMedia

Lovejoy

Series 6, Episode 5 - Guns And Roses

Lovejoy takes a valuable gun to a famous gunsmith whose Soho shop is now the target of unscrupulous landlords. But the gun is stolen and Lovejoy's dinnerwith Charlotte is interrupted by the police who arrive in force to arrest him.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30pm (repeat)
Big Jim And The Figaro Club. Big Jim (Norman Rossington). Copyright: BBC

Big Jim And The Figaro Club

Episode 4 - Up The Pole

When Perkins gets friendly with the Carnival Queen, the Figaros start plotting sabotage.

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

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 12 - Periscope Peril

Princess Purl has lost her tiara and it turns out it's been taken by two naughty castle trolls who parade around showing it off high up in the castle.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5pm (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!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5pm (repeat)
4 O'Clock Club. Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Club

Flashbacks, Episode 3 - Feuds And Farewells

Nero and Dexter relive their most iconic scenes on the show. With emotions running high, we eavesdrop on their last ever day of filming.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
Second Holmes

Second Holmes

Episode 4, The Case of the Shadowed Minister: The grandsons of Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson help an MP who claims he's being followed.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:10pm (repeat)
Gigglebiz. Justin Fletcher. Copyright: BBC

Gigglebiz

Series 4, Episode 13

Accident-prone Gail Force causes chaos in a series of reports from Little Bottom campsite, Dan Step struggles to do a tap dance with a heavy suitcase, and Professor Muddles invents a teleporting hat.

U&Drama channel logo 5:20pm (repeat)
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph), Tracey Stubbs (Linda Robson). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

Series 2, Episode 10 - Thirty Something

Sharon reminds Tracey that she used to be a hooligan when she complains about the neighbour's kids throwing a party. Sharon is depressed about her 30th birthday and her lack of fulfillment. Lisa makes her a tempting offer, but is all as it seems?

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:25pm (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 1, Episode 13 - Waffle's Doggy Buddies

An old friend of Gramps, Mr Willow, brings along his two dogs to play with Waffle. Evie feels a bit left out until Waffle reassures her. The two new dogs escape into Mrs Hobbs's garden, so Waffle has to save the day.

Talking Pictures TV 5:30pm (repeat)
For The Love Of Ada. Image shows from L to R: Walter Bingley (Wilfred Pickles), Ada Cresswell/Bingley (Irene Handl)

For The Love Of Ada

Series 1, Episode 5 - Ada Tries To Make Walter Jealous

Annoyed with Walter's refusal to go to the dance at the Over 60s Club and his accepting overcooked pies from other women, Ada decides that the best course of action is to make him jealous.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Angela Barnes: You Can't Take It With You. Angela Barnes

Angela Barnes: You Can't Take It With You

Series 2, Episode 3 - Passions

In part a tribute to Angela's beloved late father - a larger-than-life, gregarious character he was a sex shop manager, naturist, and a big fan of caravans and pranks - Angela celebrates his carpe diem approach to life, and his motto: You Can't Take It With You.

Talking Pictures TV 6pm (repeat)
Ladies Who Do. Image shows left to right: Mrs. Cragg (Peggy Mount), James 'Jim' Ryder (Harry H. Corbett)

Ladies Who Do

Comedy about a group of cleaning ladies to City bigwigs.

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Fresh Fields. Image shows from L to R: Hester Fields (Julia McKenzie), William Fields (Anton Rodgers). Copyright: Thames Television

Fresh Fields

Series 2, Episode 2 - A Brief Encounter

Hester's taking a course in fencing, and is picked out by teacher Mike as one of his star pupils. William, however, isn't best pleased to hear of Mr Frobisher's lothario status - and even less amused to find the two in close physical contact one evening!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (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 3, Episode 5 - German Week

Mr. Rumbold devises a German theme week in the store. Unfortunately the entirely German goods go down like a lead balloon with customers, and he insists a more jovial Germanic atmosphere must be created.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Angela Barnes: You Can't Take It With You. Angela Barnes

Angela Barnes: You Can't Take It With You

Series 2, Episode 4 - Morals

In part a tribute to Angela's beloved late father - a larger-than-life, gregarious character he was a sex shop manager, naturist, and a big fan of caravans and pranks - Angela celebrates his carpe diem approach to life, and his motto: You Can't Take It With You.

U&Drama channel logo 6:40pm (repeat)
Bread. Image shows from L to R: Joey Boswell (Graham Bickley), Aveline Boswell (Melanie Hill), Nellie Boswell (Jean Boht), Grandad (Kenneth Waller), Shifty (Bryan Murray), Adrian Boswell (Jonathon Morris), Billy Boswell (Nick Conway), Freddie Boswell (Ronald Forfar). Copyright: BBC

Bread

Series 1, Episode 2

Billy buys a ring for Julie, but learns that opals are bad luck and is told to get rid of it.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:40pm (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 8 - The Day The Balloon Went Up

The platoon discover a runaway barrage balloon and decide to release it safely themselves. This proves not to be wise, when the balloon flies away with Captain Mainwaring still hanging onto it.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:45pm (repeat)
Scream Street. Copyright: Coolabi / Factory Transmedia

Scream Street

Series 1, Episode 48 - Resus Goes Viral

Resus uses a virus to rid his friends of their monster abilities so he can win sports day for once, but the virus has terrible consequences! Can Resus save the town before there are no monsters left in Scream Street?

Forces TV 7pm (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

A selection of episodes from the second series of the time travel sitcom.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Martha Howe-Douglas, Ben Willbond, Mathew Baynton. Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 2, Episode 9

The Stuarts are confused by the newly discovered drink tea, a Viking funeral ends in a massive fight, a child evacuated in the Blitz thinks farm animals are monsters, and some cowboys sing about life in the Wild West.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
The Navy Lark. Copyright: BBC

The Navy Lark

Classic radio sitcom about life aboard a British Royal Navy frigate.

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 29, Episode 6 - Eva's Back In Town

When a worldly-wise old acquaintance of Alvin's makes an appearance, she proves to be just the woman to make Howard's life more complicated.

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 9 - War Dance

Captain Mainwaring organises a dance event in order to improve relations between members of the platoon. However, the event is likely to be spoilt with Pike's plan to announce a surprise engagement.

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

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 29 - The Lift

The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
Beyond Our Ken. Image shows left to right: Betty Marsden, Kenneth Horne. Credit: BBC

Beyond Our Ken

Series 2, Episode 18

Long-running, hugely popular sketch show starring Kenneth Horne.

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

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 30 - Dig This

The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:55pm (repeat)
4 O'Clock Club. Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Club

Flashbacks, Episode 3 - Feuds And Farewells

Nero and Dexter relive their most iconic scenes on the show. With emotions running high, we eavesdrop on their last ever day of filming.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (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 4, Episode 1 - Away From It All

The Goods leave Jerry and Margo in charge of the house for a weekend in order to unwind. However they are so worried that the Leadbetters will not be able to cope that they can not relax at all.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

European Road Trip, Episode 2

Freddie and Jamie race through the streets of Paris as they go wheel to wheel on its Formula E circuit.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:25pm (repeat)
Hank Zipzer. Image shows from L to R: Stan (Neil Fitzmaurice), Hank Zipzer (Nick James), Emily (Madeline Holliday), Rosa (Juliet Cowan)

Hank Zipzer

Series 1, Episode 1 - Classroom Catastrophe

Ms Adolf gives the pupils an assignment to write an essay about their summer holidays. Hank decides to build a model of his holiday at Niagara Falls.

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 4, Episode 2 - The Green Door

An excursion to the pony club for manure causes the Goods to uncover a secret that Margo is keeping from Jerry. When they spot Margo being mysterious in town the plot thickens. Tom and Barbara struggle with what to do and fear for the Leadbetter marriage!

Horror Channel 9pm (repeat)
Severance

Severance

Darkly comic horror film about a team-building exercise that goes disastrously wrong. Stars Danny Dyer, Tim McInnerny and Laura Harris.

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 second series of the prison-based sitcom.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
Comedy Central Extra 9pm (repeat)
Joel & Nish Vs The World. Image shows from L to R: Joel Dommett, Nish Kumar. Copyright: Rumpus Media

Joel & Nish Vs The World

Series 2, Episode 3 - Argentina

Joel and Nish will have 4 days to prove themselves to the Gauchos that they aren't one trick ponies by mastering horse riding and learning how to lasso, herd and move cattle from across the Argentinian plains. Will they have to buck up their ideas? Or can they be whipped into shape?

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
Living The Dream. Marvin Pepper (Leslie David Baker). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Living The Dream

Series 2, Episode 3 - The British Method

New employee Stacee sets about making big changes at the park, ruffling a few feathers in the process. Jen restarts her sports physio career, working for star golfer, TJ. While Mal and new resident Marvin go hunting for wild boar and end up in a whole lot of trouble.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version
(repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Ben Bailey Smith, Jason Manford, Chris Ramsey. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 10, Episode 2 - Jason Manford, Chris Ramsey, Doc Brown

Jason Manford presents special guests Chris Ramsey and Doc Brown.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9:15pm (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 18, Episode 7

The boys are back to jest over another week's polls, with Jamie Cullum, Kirsty Young, Joe Wilkinson and Katherine Ryan.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (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 2, Episode 6 - It Never Rains....

When Del arranges a holiday in the Benidorm sun, he and Rodney are tempted to leave Grandad at home - but he soon has a change of heart and has an extra bed put in their hotel room. All's well in Spain - until the old man is arrested!

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Brothers With No Game. Copyright: BWNG

Brothers With No Game

Series 2, Episode 2

Marcus and Dorian get a touch of good luck when they hit the club with school friend and Simone's ex-boyfriend Darren, whilst Junior starts a new chapter with Remy.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
Harry Enfield & Chums. Image shows from L to R: Kathy Burke, Harry Enfield, Paul Whitehouse

Harry Enfield & Chums

Series 2, Episode 1

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

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Comedy Legends

Series 1, Episode 3 - Joan Rivers

Barry Cryer looks back on the life and career of Joan Rivers, whose cutting wit and sarcasm left an indelible mark on the comedy world.

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Trollied. Image shows from L to R: Daniel (Samuel Anderson), Holly (Georgia May Foote). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Trollied

Series 6, Episode 5

It's Gavin and Cheryl's 11-month anniversary so Gavin plans a romantic afternoon. But when Duncan catches wind of their plans he starts to meddle...

Comedy Central 10pm
60 min
Russell Howard & Mum. Image shows from L to R: Russell Howard, Ninette Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard & Mum

Globetrotters - Series 1, Episode 1 - Gap Week In Koh Phangan

Russell and his mum Ninette have a full backpacker blowout on the ultimate rave island Koh Phangan, Thailand. They squeeze in the gap year they never had in to one week, drinking mystical buckets of booze, Djing at jungle parties and going full hippy at a mass love-in breathing ceremony.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
Insert Name Here. Sue Perkins

Insert Name Here

Series 4, Episode 4 - Emma

Sue Perkins hosts the comedy panel show about people with just one thing in common - they all have the same name. This week Josh Widdicombe is joined by comedian Desiree Burch and historian Kate Williams and Richard Osman is joined by comedians Katy Brand and Nish Kumar.

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Taskmaster. Image shows from L to R: Phil Wang, Rhod Gilbert. Copyright: Avalon Television

Taskmaster

Series 7, Episode 6 - A Coquettish Fascinator

At the halfway stage, all contestants, with the possible exception of Phil Wang, still have high hopes of winning. Kerry Godliman and Jessica Knappett resort to soapy violence.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Angela Barnes: You Can't Take It With You. Angela Barnes

Angela Barnes: You Can't Take It With You

Series 2, Episode 3 - Passions

In part a tribute to Angela's beloved late father - a larger-than-life, gregarious character he was a sex shop manager, naturist, and a big fan of caravans and pranks - Angela celebrates his carpe diem approach to life, and his motto: You Can't Take It With You.

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Celebrity Juice. Image shows from L to R: Leigh Francis, Ruth Langsford

Celebrity Juice

Series 17, Episode 6 - Couples' Special

Joining the panel alongside show regular Gino D'Acampo are TV psychologists Nik and Eva Speakman, daytime TV couple Ruth Langsford and Eamonn Holmes, and Corrie star Catherine Tyldesley.

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Brothers With No Game

Series 2, Episode 3

When Dorian and Shirene decide to surprise each other with dates, Dorian's falls short when an unexpected guest shows up. Junior and Remy continue to bond, whilst Marcus sweet-talks his way to a date.

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Trollied. Image shows from L to R: Colin (Carl Rice), Neville (Dominic Coleman). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Trollied

Series 6, Episode 6

Duncan takes great delight in announcing the failure of Gavin's health food drive, while Neville is roped into giving Linda driving lessons.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
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The Brig Society

Series 3, Episode 4 - The Housing Crisis

In this nicely furnished affordable programme with very attractive views, Marcus decides to solve the housing crisis.

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60 min version
(repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Rich Hall, Jack Whitehall, Katherine Ryan. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 9, Episode 5 - Jack Whitehall, Katherine Ryan, Rich Hall

Jack Whitehall is joined by Katherine Ryan and Rich Hall.

U&Yesterday channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Nurse Gladys Emmanuel (Lynda Baron), Granville (David Jason), Albert Arkwright (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: BBC

Open All Hours

A selection of episodes from the second series of the cornershop sitcom.

Comedy Central 11pm (repeat)
Roast Battle. Image shows from L to R: Tom Ward, Darren Harriott

Roast Battle

Series 3, Episode 1

Tom Ward takes on Darren Harriott and it's Tom Allen versus Larry Dean.

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QI. Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series A, Episode 9 - Antelopes

With Dave Gorman, Jeremy Hardy and Jo Brand.

Radio 4 11pm
15 min
Little Lifetimes By Jenny Eclair. Jenny Eclair. Copyright: BBC

Little Lifetimes By Jenny Eclair

Series 5, Episode 3 - The Book Club

Belle's monthly book club is a time not only to discuss literature but to offload about life and Belle has plenty to let rip about since her son's girlfriend moved in. Read by Lucy Robinson.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
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The Flight Of The Conchords

Episode 2, Dan and the Panda: The Kiwi parody band aim for UK fame.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 16 (Channel 4: Series 17), Episode 2

Jimmy Carr hosts a brand new episode as Sean Lock and Claudia Winkleman take on Jon Richardson and Henning Wehn. Plus, Nick Helm joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while maths whizz Rachel Riley looks after the numbers.

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Michael McIntyre's Big Show

Highlights Special - Michael McIntyre's Big Surprises

Michael looks back over his favourite surprises from the last four series of his Big Show

Radio 4 11:15pm (repeat)
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Mae Martin's Guide To 21st Century Sexuality

Episode 2 - What Should We Call Ourselves?

Mae is single and ready to mingle regardless of your gender, as she looks at how labels might help or hinder people when it comes to defining their sexual identity, or if that's something that we should be trying to define it at all.

Comedy Central Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
We Are Klang. Image shows from L to R: Marek Larwood, Greg Davies, Steve Hall. Copyright: BBC

We Are Klang

Episode 1 - Poet

Friends, family, rivals and academics remember controversial poet and alcoholic Peter Krockston.

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Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb), Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 2, Episode 1 - Dance Class

A trip to Rainbow Rhythms dance group has some surprising results for Mark, Jez and Sophie.

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Michael McIntyre's Big Show

Highlights Special - Michael McIntyre's Big Surprises

Michael looks back over his favourite surprises from the last four series of his Big Show

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QI

Series A, Episode 10 - Aviation

With Julia Morris, Peter Serafinowicz and Rich Hall.

Comedy Central Extra Midnight (repeat)
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Ali G In Da USAiii

Series 1, Episode 5 - Science

In Hollywood Ali attempts to break into the world of TV, Borat learns the finer points of etiquette, and Bruno talks fashion in LA.

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The Good Life

Series 4, Episode 2 - The Green Door

An excursion to the pony club for manure causes the Goods to uncover a secret that Margo is keeping from Jerry. When they spot Margo being mysterious in town the plot thickens. Tom and Barbara struggle with what to do and fear for the Leadbetter marriage!

BBC One Scotland. Copyright: BBC 12:15am (repeat)
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Michael McIntyre's Big Show

Highlights Special - Michael McIntyre's Big Surprises

Michael looks back over his favourite surprises from the last four series of his Big Show

U&Dave channel logo 12:20am (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 5

With guests Chris Addison, Ed Byrne and Stewart Francis.

Comedy Central Extra 12:35am (repeat)
Bad Robots. Copyright: Objective Productions

Bad Robots

Series 1, Episode 6

It's the last episode of the series and the robots are going out with a bang.

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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.

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QI. Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series A, Episode 9 - Antelopes

With Dave Gorman, Jeremy Hardy and Jo Brand.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:35am
55 min version
(repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Rich Hall, Jack Whitehall, Katherine Ryan. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 9, Episode 5 - Jack Whitehall, Katherine Ryan, Rich Hall

Jack Whitehall is joined by Katherine Ryan and Rich Hall.

U&Dave channel logo 1:40am (repeat)
QI. Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series A, Episode 10 - Aviation

With Julia Morris, Peter Serafinowicz and Rich Hall.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 2am (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 18, Episode 7

The boys are back to jest over another week's polls, with Jamie Cullum, Kirsty Young, Joe Wilkinson and Katherine Ryan.

Comedy Central Extra 2:05am (repeat)
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Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 5, Episode 3 - Tom Allen At The Comedy Store

Tom Allen is at the prestigious Comedy Store in London hosting a night of riotous comedy with the hilarious Tez Ilyas, the brilliant Kiri Pritchard-McLean and the fabulous Tom Lucy.

U&Dave channel logo 2:25am (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 5

With guests Chris Addison, Ed Byrne and Stewart Francis.

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Harry Hill's TV Burp

Award-winning comedian Harry Hill takes a surreal look at television clips from the previous seven days.

Comedy Central Extra 2:35am (repeat)
Andy Parsons: Slacktivist. Andy Parsons. Copyright: Open Mike Productions / Comedy Central

Andy Parsons: Slacktivist

Andy Parsons returns to the stage with his one man stand-up show Slacktivist.

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Harry Hill's TV Burp. Harry Hill. Copyright: Avalon Television

Harry Hill's TV Burp

Award-winning comedian Harry Hill takes a surreal look at television clips from the previous seven days.

London Live 2:55am (repeat)
Crashing. Image shows from L to R: Sam (Jonathan Bailey), Kate (Louise Ford). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Crashing

Episode 1

It's practically peaceful in the disused hospital. That is, until the spontaneous arrival of Lulu, Anthony's oldest and least responsible friend.

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Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish

Series 5, Episode 6 - Drippy Strummer

Frank Skinner stars in this episode in which Dave Gorman explores just how gullible people really are, with a focus on movie franchise marketing, soundtracks and whether celebrities really can sell anything.

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The Russell Howard Hour

Series 2, Episode 8

On this week's show, Russell welcomes Rob Delaney for an emotional, in-depth chat; investigates bungee dance with Jessica Knappett; and looks at the latest political developments in the UK, US and Europe.

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Birds Of A Feather

Series 2, Episode 10 - Thirty Something

Sharon reminds Tracey that she used to be a hooligan when she complains about the neighbour's kids throwing a party. Sharon is depressed about her 30th birthday and her lack of fulfillment. Lisa makes her a tempting offer, but is all as it seems?

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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 12, Episode 2

Team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson thrash out the hot stories of the week, from the silly to the serious, and are joined by Sarah Millican, Joe Wilkinson, DJ Nick Grimshaw and Ollie Locke from Made In Chelsea.

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Limmy's Show!

Series 3, Episode 3

What happens to a small community when its famous children's television show Dream Scheme is cancelled?

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Duck Quacks Don't Echo

Series 4, Episode 3

Warwick Davis, Josh Widdicombe and Lorraine Kelly are next to put the world's most startling facts to the test as Lee Mack's riotous panel show continues.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4am (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30am (repeat)
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Big Jim And The Figaro Club

Episode 4 - Up The Pole

When Perkins gets friendly with the Carnival Queen, the Figaros start plotting sabotage.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
Second Holmes

Second Holmes

Episode 4, The Case of the Shadowed Minister: The grandsons of Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson help an MP who claims he's being followed.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
Angela Barnes: You Can't Take It With You. Angela Barnes

Angela Barnes: You Can't Take It With You

Series 2, Episode 3 - Passions

In part a tribute to Angela's beloved late father - a larger-than-life, gregarious character he was a sex shop manager, naturist, and a big fan of caravans and pranks - Angela celebrates his carpe diem approach to life, and his motto: You Can't Take It With You.

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