British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Tuesday 2nd April 2019

Talking Pictures TV 6am (repeat)
Not So Dusty. Image shows from L to R: Nobby Clarke (Leslie Dwyer), Lobelia (Joy Nichols), Driver (Harold Berens), Dusty Grey (Bill Owen). Copyright: Jaywell Productions

Not So Dusty

Comedy about two dustbinmen who come into the possession of a valuable book.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:20am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 3, Episode 13 - More About This Way, That Way

The Twirlywoos find themselves in a restaurant and a waiter is taking the diners' orders.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
Second Thoughts. Copyright: BBC

Second Thoughts

Episode 4.1, Last Words: Bill is back home, but what are the chances of a romantic weekend?

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

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!

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

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 49 - Mousefall

Danger Mouse faces his toughest challenge ever as a mysterious super-villain releases all the villains from Arkwright and plots the end of our hero.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
My Teenage Diary. Rufus Hound

My Teenage Diary

Series 7, Episode 1 - Robert Peston

Journalist and broadcaster Robert Peston reads from his 1974 diaries, and is interviewed by Rufus Hound about his formative years. We find out about his childhood in bohemian North London, his love for prog rock and loon pants, and the reason for the way he speaks.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:35am (repeat)
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 2 - Marmalade Mayhem

Bitz is excited to be serving her yummy Bitz mix marmalade to lots of hungry customers at the Jungle Cafe.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40am (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 1, Episode 1 - A Question Of Intelligence

When Peter Chapman is fired from his job as electronics lecturer at a polytechnic, a new role comes along almost immediately. His first day in the job doesn't exactly go to plan...

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:55am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 21 - The Forbidden City, China

Some runaway Chinese drums roll towards the Forbidden City. Can the Go Jetters stop them?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Play It Cool

Episode 4: Character-based comedy exploring world affairs and what would happen if the Cannes film festival came to Britain.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:10am (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 1, Episode 2 - Fair Exchange

Sarah is mistakenly captured by a couple of bumbling Russian agents, and getting little support from drummond or Maxwell, Piglet goes about securing her return himself.

Talking Pictures TV 8:10am (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.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?. Copyright: BBC

Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?

Episode 5 - I'll Never Forget Whatshername

Thelma attempts to fix Terry up with a friend of hers. Unfortunately her friend remembers Terry all too well.

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 4, Episode 18 - Reggie The Robot

Robert's much cooler younger brother Reggie is coming to visit Justin's House, so Robert tries everything he can to show that he can be just as cool.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40am (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 8 - Have You Ever Seen A Dream Walking

Phoebe's in the present, Yvonne is in the past, and when they meet in the middle, the sparks really begin to fly. Gary is convinced that he is losing his mind, and no one seems able to help him find it.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
The Now Show. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Steve Punt. Copyright: BBC

The Now Show

Series 54, Episode 6

Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present a satirical look through the week's news, with contributions from Zoe Lyons, Lucy Porter, Rachel Parris and Luke Kempner.

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

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 2 - The New Building

It is the ceremonial grand opening of Mr Slater's new toilet block, but chaos looms when it becomes apparent that builders Sooty and Sweep have forgotten to install the vital component - a toilet! Can they get it fitted in time, or will Richard's career end up round the bend?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20am (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 9 - Love The One You're With

When he hears a wartime story, Gary is forced to rethink his vow never to change history.

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

Minder

Series 6, Episode 3 - Return Of The Invincible Man

Arthur hires failed safecracker Scotch Harry for a job and finds himself with a bandaged fugitive on his hands.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
Beachcomber... By The Way

Beachcomber... By The Way

Series 1, Episode 6

Humourous tales based on J. B. Morton's popular and whimsical Daily Express column, By The Way.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 3, Episode 14 - More About Smaller

The Twirlywoos watch an artist make his clay sculpture's head smaller. The Twirlywoos then have a go and make the whole sculpture smaller and smaller until it is smaller than the Twirlywoos!

Talking Pictures TV 9:50am (repeat)
The Goose Steps Out. William Potts (Will Hay). Copyright: Ealing Studios / STUDIOCANAL

The Goose Steps Out

Wartime comedy starring Will Hay. Teacher William Potts goes undercover at a German spy training school.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10am (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 28th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

Radio 4 10:45am
15 min
Coach Karen's Half-Time Team Talk. Copyright: Sweet Talk

Coach Karen's Half-Time Team Talk

Episode 2

Polly's Dad makes an appearance in the dressing room with some very unwelcome advice to Karen.

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 4, Episode 5 - Frenzy

After weeks of work the kitchen is finally complete, and Bill can get to work.

Comedy Central 12pm (repeat)
Your Face Or Mine. Copyright: Talkback

Your Face Or Mine

Series 1, Episode 3

In tonight's episode viewers will find out just how far loved-up couple Louis and Aida are willing to test their relationship for money. Especially when Aida's celebrity crush, Harvey from So Solid Crew, turns up.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Play It Cool

Episode 4: Character-based comedy exploring world affairs and what would happen if the Cannes film festival came to Britain.

Comedy Central 12:30pm (repeat)
Your Face Or Mine. Image shows from L to R: Joe Swash, Stacey Solomon. Copyright: Talkback

Your Face Or Mine

Series 2, Episode 1

This series of Your Face Or Mine kicks off with a celebrity special where Jimmy and Katherine are joined by Joe Swash and Stacey Solomon, who will be forced to judge all kinds of faces for the chance to win thousands of pounds for their chosen charity.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?. Copyright: BBC

Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?

Episode 5 - I'll Never Forget Whatshername

Thelma attempts to fix Terry up with a friend of hers. Unfortunately her friend remembers Terry all too well.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40pm (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 4, Episode 6 - You Only Live Twice

The ground floor of the house has been all but destroyed, and Bill's understandably distraught. For once the family all come together to tackle the problem - organised by Bette!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20pm (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Image shows from L to R: Ted Bovis (Paul Shane), Spike Dixon (Jeffrey Holland). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 5, Episode 2 - Ted At The Helm

Ted is now convinced that he is to become the new Camp Entertainments Manager. This feeling is reinforced by the fact that he has been summoned to Head Office.

CITV 1:20pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 25 - Opera Bean

Mr Bean's car has broken down and he is late meeting Irma at the opera. Bean finally arrives, but is refused entry because of his filthy attire. Forced to borrow some clothes from the local launderette, Bean is mistaken for the star of the show, and ends up on the stage giving the operatic performance of a lifetime!

CITV 1:35pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 26 - Taxi Bean

Mr Bean takes a taxi to his local toy shop, but a dodgy cabbie thinks he can take Bean for a ride. After a mix-up Mr Bean finds himself driving the taxi.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2pm (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 2 - Royals

A Royal visit is made to the factory; Stan hopes to be recognised by the Prince, whom he met in 1967, but the Prince is only interested in bumming a smoke and a bunk-up in a cupboard with Brenda.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:40pm (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 4, Episode 5 - Frenzy

After weeks of work the kitchen is finally complete, and Bill can get to work.

Talking Pictures TV 3:10pm (repeat)
Kind Hearts And Coronets. The General D'Ascoyne (Alec Guinness). Copyright: STUDIOCANAL / Ealing Studios

Kind Hearts And Coronets

Black Ealing comedy with eight classic characterisations by Alec Guinness as the noble victims of vengeance-seeking relative Dennis Price.

U&Drama channel logo 3:20pm (repeat)
Lovejoy. Lovejoy (Ian McShane). Copyright: FremantleMedia

Lovejoy

Series 3, Episode 5 - Benin Bronze

Lovejoy comes under suspicion when a priceless bronze goes missing.

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 4, Episode 6 - You Only Live Twice

The ground floor of the house has been all but destroyed, and Bill's understandably distraught. For once the family all come together to tackle the problem - organised by Bette!

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 1, Episode 5 - Popcorn

Diddy Dick Dom have their very own TV station. Shows include The Dom Show, Deadly Diddy 60 and Diddymind. Strictly's Bruno Tonioli gives his verdict.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 3:55pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 6, Episode 4 - Arthur Is Dead, Long Live Arthur

Faced by a massive tax demand, Arthur considers taking his own life.

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 28th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

CITV 4pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 25 - Opera Bean

Mr Bean's car has broken down and he is late meeting Irma at the opera. Bean finally arrives, but is refused entry because of his filthy attire. Forced to borrow some clothes from the local launderette, Bean is mistaken for the star of the show, and ends up on the stage giving the operatic performance of a lifetime!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4pm (repeat)
Genius. Dave Gorman. Copyright: BBC

Genius

Series 2, Episode 2 - Carol Vorderman

With Carol Vorderman. Ideas include fizzy Bovril, flexible retirement schemes, and parking meters that are also gambling machines.

CITV 4:15pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 26 - Taxi Bean

Mr Bean takes a taxi to his local toy shop, but a dodgy cabbie thinks he can take Bean for a ride. After a mix-up Mr Bean finds himself driving the taxi.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 4:35pm (repeat)
The Million Pound Note

The Million Pound Note

Comedy film about a penniless man who is given a million pound note and instructed to live on it for a month without spending any of it.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:40pm (repeat)
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 20 - Show Bitzness

Everyone is practising their acts for the big talent show, and Purl has even made a beautiful sparkly curtain for the front of the stage.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:50pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 22 - The Wieliczka Salt Mine, Poland

Grandmaster Glitch's digging causes a flood in the Wieliczka Salt Mine. Can the Go Jetters save the famous salt statues?

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

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.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5pm (repeat)
Almost Never. Image shows from L to R: Oakley (Oakley Orchard), Nate (Nathaniel Dass), Harry (Harry Still). Copyright: Saltbeef TV

Almost Never

Series 1, Episode 12 - The Lost Guitar

Nate's guitar goes missing, jeopardising the boys' gig. GHF's honesty nearly backfires.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
Second Thoughts. Copyright: BBC

Second Thoughts

Episode 4.1, Last Words: Bill is back home, but what are the chances of a romantic weekend?

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:15pm
15 min
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 3, Episode 3 - Waffle The Guest

Waffle tries to be a purr-fect house guest for Mrs Hobbs but he misses the Brooklyn-Bells.

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 6, Episode 6 - Appreciation Society

Tracey and Sharon decide to change places as each believes the other's job is far easier than their own. Meanwhile next door neighbour Dorien is getting threatening letters and is very worried...

Talking Pictures TV 5:30pm (repeat)
Robin's Nest. Image shows from L to R: Vicky (Tessa Wyatt), Robin Tripp (Richard O'Sullivan). Copyright: Thames Television

Robin's Nest

Series 2, Episode 5 - Great Expectations

Vicky's father suspects there might a fledgling on the way.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
My Teenage Diary. Rufus Hound

My Teenage Diary

Series 7, Episode 1 - Robert Peston

Journalist and broadcaster Robert Peston reads from his 1974 diaries, and is interviewed by Rufus Hound about his formative years. We find out about his childhood in bohemian North London, his love for prog rock and loon pants, and the reason for the way he speaks.

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Brush Strokes. Image shows from L to R: Jacko (Karl Howman), Lionel Bainbridge (Gary Waldhorn), Sandra (Jackie Lye), Eric (Mike Walling). Copyright: BBC

Brush Strokes

Series 2, Episode 1

Lionel is in seventh heaven now that his wife has returned - but Lesley is far from happy with the new arrangement. Jacko meets someone to make music with - but Lionel strikes a flat note in the arrangements.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Image shows from L to R: Ted Bovis (Paul Shane), Spike Dixon (Jeffrey Holland). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 5, Episode 2 - Ted At The Helm

Ted is now convinced that he is to become the new Camp Entertainments Manager. This feeling is reinforced by the fact that he has been summoned to Head Office.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:25pm (repeat)
Scream Street

Scream Street

Series 1, Episode 37 - Goblin Gas

When Otto steals Scream Street's entire power supply, the kids attempt to harness an explosive form of alternative energy - goblin gas.

Radio 4 6:30pm (repeat)
My Teenage Diary. Rufus Hound

My Teenage Diary

Series 7, Episode 2 - Lionel Shriver

Writer Lionel Shriver reads from her frank and highly personal teenage journals.

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 5, Episode 13

It's Ma Boswell's birthday and she waits by the phone for Derek to ring and make her day. A surprise visit from Roxy causes Joey problems but he is surprised by his mother's reaction when he finally admits the relationship to her.

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

A Royal visit is made to the factory; Stan hopes to be recognised by the Prince, whom he met in 1967, but the Prince is only interested in bumming a smoke and a bunk-up in a cupboard with Brenda.

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

Horrible Histories

Series 5, Episode 4

We meet the rather eccentric Georgian philosopher Jeremy Bentham, super-rich Roman politician Crassus raps about his blinging lifestyle, some unusual soldiers are recruited into the Second World War, and Johannes Gutenberg goes head-to-head with some monks on The Historical Apprentice.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Play It Cool

Episode 4: Character-based comedy exploring world affairs and what would happen if the Cannes film festival came to Britain.

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 4, Episode 8 - The Bandit From Stoke-On-Trent

An old friend of the trio is back in town, but why?

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 8, Episode 2 - When You've Got To Go

Mrs. Pike is shocked to learn that Pike has been successfully called up into the armed forces despite his health. Meanwhile, Mainwaring has set himself the near-impossible task of finding enough people to donate 100 pints of blood.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?. Copyright: BBC

Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?

Episode 5 - I'll Never Forget Whatshername

Thelma attempts to fix Terry up with a friend of hers. Unfortunately her friend remembers Terry all too well.

Radio 4 7:45pm (repeat)
Coach Karen's Half-Time Team Talk. Copyright: Sweet Talk

Coach Karen's Half-Time Team Talk

Episode 2

Polly's Dad makes an appearance in the dressing room with some very unwelcome advice to Karen.

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 8, Episode 3 - Is There Honey Still For Tea?

There is some sad news when it is revealed that Godfrey's cottage is to be knocked down in order to make way for a new aerodrome, and Mainwaring struggles to break the news. However, Frazer has a plan that may save the day.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8pm (repeat)
Almost Never. Image shows from L to R: Oakley (Oakley Orchard), Nate (Nathaniel Dass), Harry (Harry Still). Copyright: Saltbeef TV

Almost Never

Series 1, Episode 12 - The Lost Guitar

Nate's guitar goes missing, jeopardising the boys' gig. GHF's honesty nearly backfires.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:30pm (repeat)
Millie Inbetween. Millie (Millie Innes). Copyright: The Foundation

Millie Inbetween

Series 2, Documentary - A Day In The Life Of Millie Inbetween

A look behind the scenes to see how the show is made. We meet the cast and crew on a typical day to see how the series comes together. Ever wondered if Millie and the gang go to school while we are shooting? Who does Millie's make-up? Or who's the funniest cast member? All these questions, and more, will be answered in this behind-the-scenes special.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (repeat)
Fawlty Towers. Image shows from L to R: Sybil Fawlty (Prunella Scales), Basil Fawlty (John Cleese). Copyright: BBC

Fawlty Towers

Series 1, Episode 5 - Gourmet Night

A local restauranteur and friend to the Fawltys, André, helps them arrange a special gourmet night in the hotel restaurant in order to make the best use of new chef Kurt's considerable talents...

U&Yesterday channel logo 9pm (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 4, Episode 7

Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.

Comedy Central 9pm (repeat)
Kevin & Perry Go Large. Image shows from L to R: Kevin (Harry Enfield), Perry (Kathy Burke)

Kevin & Perry Go Large

Film spin-off for the popular Harry Enfield characters. Kevin and Perry visit Ibiza.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Room 101. Image shows from L to R: Jimmy Carr, Frank Skinner, Steven Moffat, Rochelle Humes. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 7, Episode 3 - Jimmy Carr, Steven Moffat, Rochelle Humes

Jimmy Carr, Steven Moffat and Rochelle Humes compete to have their pet hates and peeves consigned to Room 101, with topics including sandy beaches, other people's opinions and being Scottish.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9:15pm
30 min
Derry Girls. Image shows from L to R: Erin Quinn (Saoirse-Monica Jackson), Clare Devlin (Nicola Coughlan), Orla McCool (Louisa Harland), Michelle Mallon (Jamie-Lee O'Donnell). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Derry Girls

Series 2, Episode 5 - The Prom

Jenny Joyce organises a 50s style prom but the girls are more intrigued by the arrival of a new girl at Lady Immaculate. Erin, Clare and Michelle are looking for prom dates but Orla has already got someone special in mind.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
Fawlty Towers. Image shows from L to R: Sybil Fawlty (Prunella Scales), Basil Fawlty (John Cleese). Copyright: BBC

Fawlty Towers

Series 1, Episode 6 - The Germans

Sybil's in hospital, receiving treatment for an ingrowing toenail. Basil's left at the hotel to carry out a fire alarm test and oversee a group of German guests. What could possibly go wrong?

U&Dave channel logo 9:40pm (repeat)
Room 101. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Frank Skinner, Vicky McClure, Sandi Toksvig. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 7, Episode 4 - Vicky McClure, Sandi Toksvig, Josh Widdicombe

Vicky McClure, Sandi Toksvig and Josh Widdicombe compete to have their pet hates and peeves consigned to Room 101, with topics including real ale, hotel leaflets and coat hangers.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9:45pm
30 min
Home. Image shows from L to R: Sami (Youssef Kerkour), Raj (Aaron Neil)

Home

Series 1, Episode 5

Sami joins the black economy as a tutor but ends up getting much more than he bargained for.

U&Yesterday channel logo 10pm (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 4, Episode 8

Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.

Talking Pictures TV 10pm (repeat)
Touch And Go. Copyright: Ealing Studios

Touch And Go

Jim makes a sudden decision to emigrate to Australia after a row with his boss.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 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 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.

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Lucy Porter, Henning Wehn, Guz Khan. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 13, Episode 4 - Henning Wehn, Lucy Porter, Guz Khan

In this episode, the eccentric Henning Wehn introduces to the stage the delightful Lucy Porter and the hilarious Guz Khan.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
My Teenage Diary. Rufus Hound

My Teenage Diary

Series 7, Episode 1 - Robert Peston

Journalist and broadcaster Robert Peston reads from his 1974 diaries, and is interviewed by Rufus Hound about his formative years. We find out about his childhood in bohemian North London, his love for prog rock and loon pants, and the reason for the way he speaks.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 9, Episode 3

Leafing through his little black book of contacts, James Corden is joined by bruising British boxer Anthony Joshua, funnyman Jimmy Carr and Olympic snowboarder Jenny Jones.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:10pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Image shows left to right: Lord Edmund Blackadder (Rowan Atkinson), Kate (Gabrielle Glaister). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Blackadder II, Episode 1 - Bells

Lord Blackadder is deeply disturbed when he finds himself falling in love with his new manservant, Bob. A surprise relaxes his fears and they agree to marry, but could a visiting guest come between the happy couple?

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Mock The Week

Series 16, Special - Election Special

Joining Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis straight from the polling booths are guests James Acaster, Angela Barnes, Ed Gamble, Milton Jones and Tez Ilyas.

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The Casebook Of Max And Ivan

Series 1, Episode 1

Max and Ivan investigate why 10-year-old Ophelia Hamilton always comes last in the beauty pageants her mother enters her for. British Comedy legend June Whitfield makes a guest appearance as a beauty pageant judge.

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The Jonathan Ross Show

Series 14, Episode 5 - Westlife, Vicky McClure, Adrian Dunbar, Desiree Burch, Dani Dyer

Jonathan Ross is joined by the group with the most consecutive No.1s in UK music history, Westlife. Plus, ahead of the hotly anticipated return of the hit crime drama, the stars of Line of Duty - Vicky McClure and Adrian Dunbar chat to the host, alongside award-winning comedian Desiree Burch and Love Island winner Dani Dyer.

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Porridge

Series 3, Episode 5 - A Test Of Character

Godber's History O Level exams are a few days away. Fletcher enlists the help of Warren and McLaren to steal the exam paper - if Godber is so determined to pass, Fletch's going to make sure he's well prepared before he enters the exam room.

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Blackadder

Blackadder II, Episode 2 - Head

Blackadder is 'promoted' to the role of Lord High Executioner. Not best pleased with his new appointment, Edmund sets about bringing some executions forward in order to maximise his leisure time...

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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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Hypothetical

Series 1, Episode 8

Josh Widdicombe and James Acaster are joined by David O'Doherty, Guz Khan, Sara Pascoe and Cariad Lloyd.

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30 min
The Stand Comedy Club

...At The Stand

Fred At The Stand 2, Episode 1

Fred MacAulay presents a showcase for comedians Ria Lina, Eshaan Akbar, Susan Riddell and Hal Cruttenden, recorded at The Stand Comedy Club in Glasgow.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
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Old Harry's Game

Series 7, Episode 6

Satan has worked how to return Baby Patrick to Earth behind God's back. But God has eyes in his back and is now feeling pretty wrathful.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 21, Episode 2

Team captain Rob Beckett and guest team captain Sara Pascoe are joined by guests Oti Mabuse, Rylan Clark-Neal, Russell Kane and Maisie Adam to discuss and dissect topics in their quest to uncover the nation's most popular talking points.

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Steptoe And Son

Series 8, Episode 1 - Back In Fashion

Albert Steptoe and his son Harold run a rag and bone business. Harold wants to move on in the world and leave home but his plans are always thwarted.

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Live At The Apollo

Series 4, Episode 3 - Sean Lock and Jason Manford

Stand-up comedy from the 8 Out Of 10 Cats team captains Sean Lock and Jason Manford.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
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The Maltby Collection

Series 3, Episode 4

Museum cleaner Eva Tattle has been interviewed 'in depth' by Cleaners' Weekly (incorporating The Scrubbers' Gazette) and has managed to offend the entire museum in the process.

ITV Wales 11:40pm (repeat)
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The Jonathan Ross Show

Series 14, Episode 5 - Westlife, Vicky McClure, Adrian Dunbar, Desiree Burch, Dani Dyer

Jonathan Ross is joined by the group with the most consecutive No.1s in UK music history, Westlife. Plus, ahead of the hotly anticipated return of the hit crime drama, the stars of Line of Duty - Vicky McClure and Adrian Dunbar chat to the host, alongside award-winning comedian Desiree Burch and Love Island winner Dani Dyer.

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Have I Got News For You

Series 53, Episode 2

Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Kirsty Young and guest panellists Jon Richardson and Robert Peston.

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Steptoe And Son

Series 8, Episode 2 - And So To Bed

Albert Steptoe and his son Harold run a rag and bone business. Harold wants to move on in the world and leave home but his plans are always thwarted.

Comedy Central Extra 12:10am
55 min version (repeat)
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Russell Howard's Good News

Topical stand-up comedy and chat show hosted by Russell Howard.

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Black Books

Series 1, Episode 1 - Cooking The Books

Bookshop owner Bernard dreads the end of the financial year as his accounts beckon, Fran is an unlikely birth partner and accountant Manny swallows The Little Book of Calm.

Comedy Central 12:30am (repeat)
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Your Face Or Mine

Series 5, Episode 5

Olympic Gold medallist Greg Rutherford takes to the sofa with partner Susie Verrill. They will be forced to judge all kinds of faces to win thousands of pounds for charity.

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Minder

Series 6, Episode 2 - Life In The Fast Food Lane

Arthur gets into the car phone business, not realising he is dealing with a dodgy supplier. And Terry fancies a girl who tries to hide her rich family background.

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You, Me & Them

Series 2, Episode 1 - The Other Mother

After finally getting his brother to move out Ed's free-spirited mum Rose comes to stay. Meanwhile at the Masons' Ellie decides it's time to shack up with boyfriend Tim having had enough of living under her mum's dictatorship; and following Rose's advice, Emma and Clive create a bucket list with not the greatest results.

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QI

Series N, Episode 14 - Numbers

With Noel Fielding, Colin Lane and Sarah Millican.

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Jimmy Carr: Laughing And Joking

TV version of Jimmy Carr's 2013 stand-up DVD release, Laughing And Joking.

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Derry Girls

Series 2, Episode 5 - The Prom

Jenny Joyce organises a 50s style prom but the girls are more intrigued by the arrival of a new girl at Lady Immaculate. Erin, Clare and Michelle are looking for prom dates but Orla has already got someone special in mind.

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Your Face Or Mine

Comic game show about contestants' faces, hosted by Jimmy Carr and Katherine Ryan.

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The League Of Gentlemen

Series 2, Episode 3 - A Plague on Royston Vasey

Pauline tackles Ross about her job prospects. Butcher Hilary Briss has a spot of bother with one of his special customers.

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Timewasters

Series 2, Episode 5 - Blurred Lines

General Hands agrees to come and play at the club, but Nick's more than a little put out when he forms a much closer bond with Jason. Lauren, meanwhile, is enraged when her money goes missing.

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Lovejoy

Series 3, Episode 5 - Benin Bronze

Lovejoy comes under suspicion when a priceless bronze goes missing.

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Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled

Series 3, Episode 2

Alan is joined by Matt Lucas, John Thomson, Sarah Kendall and Stuart Goldsmith to discuss such varied subjects as upsetting rock legends, impressions, an exploding spider's nest and why comedy and music don't go together.

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Bounty Hunters

Series 2, Episode 4

Barnaby has been taken prisoner by Colin McQueen, who is also looking for the Hitler painting. Nina and Leah will have to work together to find the picture and free Barnaby while trying to keep the Sherman Twins' bounty hunter at bay.

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The League Of Gentlemen

Series 2, Episode 4 - Death in Royston Vasey

Geoff, Mike and Brian take a disastrous detour on the way to the plastics convention, and the mayor is forced to make an appearance to calm growing public concern.

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Comedians Watching Football With Friends

Episode 4

There's more laughs as Sean Lock, Lee Mack and Adrian Chiles check out this week's England games. With Vick Hope, David Seaman and Matt Forde.

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Bread

Series 1, Episode 5

Freddie's sea-faring brother has died and the Boswells decide to arrange a burial at sea.

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The Magnet

Ealing Studios comedy about a boy who deceitfully acquires a powerful magnet from a younger boy.

Comedy Central Extra 3am (repeat)
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Drunk History

Series 1, Episode 8

Joel Dommett yaks Baden Powell and the boy scouts, Diane Morgan talks Florence Nightingale, and Andrew Maxwell on the worst zoo ever.

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A League Of Their Own

Series 12, Episode 5

The last few week's challenges have been vertigo-inducing stuff. Who will have the nerve to join James Corden and the boys next? Step up Piers Morgan, Paul Merson and Roisin Conaty - each ready to take on the hit show's chucklesome challenges, scary stunts and tricky trivia.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 18, Episode 2

In their quest to uncover the nation's most popular talking points, Jon and Sean are joined by Henry Winkler, Henning Wehn, Romesh Ranganathan and Rebecca Adlington.

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Bread

Series 1, Episode 6

Billy finds out that he is to become a father, Joey learns of his dad's £500 gambling debt, Adrian is made redundant, Aveline's nude pictures are published and Jack buries a stolen candlestick in his Grandma's grave! A normal day for the Boswells.

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Duck Quacks Don't Echo

Series 5, Highlights Special - Best Of

A look back at the best moments of the series, featuring Paul Hollywood, Johnny Vegas, Danny Dyer and inimitable host Lee Mack.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4am (repeat)
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Genius

Series 2, Episode 2 - Carol Vorderman

With Carol Vorderman. Ideas include fizzy Bovril, flexible retirement schemes, and parking meters that are also gambling machines.

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Second Thoughts

Episode 4.1, Last Words: Bill is back home, but what are the chances of a romantic weekend?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
My Teenage Diary. Rufus Hound

My Teenage Diary

Series 7, Episode 1 - Robert Peston

Journalist and broadcaster Robert Peston reads from his 1974 diaries, and is interviewed by Rufus Hound about his formative years. We find out about his childhood in bohemian North London, his love for prog rock and loon pants, and the reason for the way he speaks.

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