British Comedy Guide

Schedule Friday 12th April 2019

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

Twirlywoos

Series 4, Episode 6 - More About More And More

The Twirlywoos are on a beach watching a boy build sandcastles.

CITV 6:40am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

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

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

The Elephant Man

Episode 6, Labour Pains: Terry's bank balance begins to struggle, so he starts a paper round.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:15am (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 21 - The Wrong Man-Ace

Dennis is mistaken for a Beanotown baddie while in disguise to sneak into 12A film. At first Dennis loves being treated like a celebrity, but as things begin to go awry his friends have to save him by revealing his real identity and capturing the real diamond-stealing baddie!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20am (repeat)
The Piglet Files. Image shows from L to R: Andrew Maxwell (John Ringham), Peter 'Piglet' Chapman (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Major Maurice Drummond (Clive Francis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

The Piglet Files

Series 2, Episode 2 - Red Spy At Night

Drummond is more than a little surprised when an agent, buried 12 years ago, rings his front door bell at 11pm with a list of KGB informants and spies. However, he's delighted to find Maxwell's name on the list, and puts Piglet and Dexter on the case immediately. Could it possibly be true?

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

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 9 - I Believe In Danger Mouse

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

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Lynne Truss

Rumblings From The Rafters

Episode 1

The Death Watch Beetle and the bossy Queen Wasp reveal the funny side of life in an attic. With Bill Paterson and Alison Steadman.

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

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 16 - Little Bev Riding Hood

It's the Fairy Tale Theatre Company's play of Little Bev Riding Hood, directed by Purl, and Bitz has built an amazing stage.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:45am (repeat)
The Piglet Files. Image shows from L to R: Andrew Maxwell (John Ringham), Peter 'Piglet' Chapman (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Major Maurice Drummond (Clive Francis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

The Piglet Files

Series 2, Episode 3 - Piglet In A Trough

Piglet's on a downward spiral: drinking, gambling, money troubles, and constantly cocking up at work. Thankfully, it's all a ruse between him and Drummond - unfortunately, it's because further information has come to light regarding Major Maxwell.

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

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 39 - The Great Barrier Reef, Australia

The team dives into action as Glitch's treasure hunt endangers the Great Barrier Reef.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
The Michael Bentine Show

The Best Of Bentine

Episode 8: One-man comedy show devised and performed by the former Goon, touching on themes such as a monastic order and international space relations.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:10am (repeat)
Lucky Feller. Bernard 'Shorty' Mepstead (David Jason). Copyright: London Weekend Television

Lucky Feller

Episode 5 - It's A Dog's Life

Shorty declares the news: he is in love. Randy's in hysterics, then shocked when Shorty reveals the identity of his infatuation. A trip to the pub is called for.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
Steptoe And Son. Image shows from L to R: Harold (Harry H. Corbett), Albert (Wilfrid Brambell). Copyright: BBC

Steptoe And Son

Series 3, Episode 1 - Death in the Family

Harold must break sad news to his father Albert.

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 6 - House For Sale

With the help of the noisy neighbour and a few other tricks, Robert and Little Monster concoct a plan to stop Justin selling his house.

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 6, Episode 6 - Just In Time

When a workman arrives to mend the hole in the space-time continuum, Gary has to decide where his future lies.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 9:15am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 7, Episode 4 - The Last Video Show

A video implicating two senior police officers is mistakenly returned to Daley Videos.

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

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 11 - April Foolishness

It's the April Fools Tea Party, and Richard is determined not to be crowned The Biggest Fool for the second year running. All he has to do is deliver a car to Mr Slater's friend. But with Sooty behind the wheel, will his plans backfire?

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 6, Episode 7 - How I Won The War

A trip to entertain the troops forces Gary to play the hero.

CITV 9:25am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

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

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
Safety Catch. Simon McGrath (Darren Boyd). Copyright: BBC

Safety Catch

Series 3, Episode 1 - Better The Devil You Know

Reluctant arms dealer Simon McGrath finally has the opportunity to leave his dubious line of employment when an American company puts in a takeover bid.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 4, Episode 7 - More About Wrapping

The Twirlywoos find themselves in a hospital and watch a nurse wrapping a man's leg in bandages.

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 30th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

Radio 4 11:30am (repeat)
Reluctant Persuaders. Image shows from L to R: Amanda (Josie Lawrence), Joe (Mathew Baynton), Hardacre (Nigel Havers), Teddy (Kieran Hodgson), Laura (Olivia Nixon). Copyright: ABsoLuTeLy Productions

Reluctant Persuaders

Series 2, Episode 3 - Give A Man A Fish

The team attempt to soothe their souls with some charitable work.

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 7, Episode 2 - When Saturday Comes

When Tottenham Hotspur achieve an unexpected and much needed win, the Porter family, one of Ben's clients, Rona and Jenny's ex boyfriend Clive are dropped into a series of repeated Saturday rituals for the sake of luck.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
The Michael Bentine Show

The Best Of Bentine

Episode 8: One-man comedy show devised and performed by the former Goon, touching on themes such as a monastic order and international space relations.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
Steptoe And Son. Image shows from L to R: Harold (Harry H. Corbett), Albert (Wilfrid Brambell). Copyright: BBC

Steptoe And Son

Series 3, Episode 1 - Death in the Family

Harold must break sad news to his father Albert.

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 7, Episode 3 - Malcolm X

Bill's surprised to be contacted by Malcolm, the man she was almost engaged to before meeting Ben, and now a successful businessman in the US. After a terrible week at home, she agrees to join him for a weekend in Scotland.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20pm (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Ted Bovis (Paul Shane). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 2, Episode 4 - On With The Motley

The Camp Host is getting his big chance. He is being booked to do cabaret at a posh golf-club dinner.

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

Breaking The News

Series 12, Episode 7

Des Clarke presents the topical comedy news review show, joined by guests Susie McCabe, Christopher Brookmyre, Athena Kugblenu and Ray Bradshaw.

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 2, Episode 4 - Fog

An escaped prisoner causes worry for the canteen staff, and Bren tries to hide her fear of needles when a blood donor team arrive at the factory, causing much speculation as to whether she's pregnant.

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 7, Episode 2 - When Saturday Comes

When Tottenham Hotspur achieve an unexpected and much needed win, the Porter family, one of Ben's clients, Rona and Jenny's ex boyfriend Clive are dropped into a series of repeated Saturday rituals for the sake of luck.

CITV 3pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

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

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

Shaun The Sheep

Series 3, Episode 6 - The Fugitive

Shaun is in serious trouble when the Farmer discovers he's the cake thief that has sabotaged his baked goods. When another Farmer arrives and begins negotiations with the Farmer, Shaun fears the worst. Is this the end of our hero's time on Mossybottom Farm?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:05pm (repeat)
Zig And Zag. Copyright: JAM Media

Zig And Zag

Episode 4 - Zollercoaster

Zig and Zag accidentally create the worlds scariest roller coaster, all for a 'high-speed mid-ride' photo!

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 7, Episode 3 - Malcolm X

Bill's surprised to be contacted by Malcolm, the man she was almost engaged to before meeting Ben, and now a successful businessman in the US. After a terrible week at home, she agrees to join him for a weekend in Scotland.

U&Drama channel logo 3:25pm (repeat)
Lovejoy. Lovejoy (Ian McShane). Copyright: FremantleMedia

Lovejoy

Series 3, Episode 12 - Highland Fling

A romantic, gothic temple in Scotland brings Lovejoy and Lady Jane closer together. Eric falls in love, and Tinker is all at sea.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 3:45pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 7, Episode 5 - Fiddler On The Hoof

Arthur puts his savings into an old safe in the lock-up, but his nest egg is in danger when an old acquaintance arrives from Marbella.

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 30th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30pm (repeat)
Safety Catch. Simon McGrath (Darren Boyd). Copyright: BBC

Safety Catch

Series 3, Episode 1 - Better The Devil You Know

Reluctant arms dealer Simon McGrath finally has the opportunity to leave his dubious line of employment when an American company puts in a takeover bid.

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

Bitz & Bob

Series 2, Episode 6 - Cake Calamity

Bitz has created a super strawberry, dreamy creamy, nicely icely, bake-a-licious cake that is so tasty Bob suggests she makes more so she can sell them to the whole world.

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

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 41 - Hong Kong, China

The team spring into action when Glitch's mini-master toys invade Hong Kong Harbour.

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

Gigglebiz

Series 4, Episode 2

DIY Dan attempts to build a kennel for his dog, while the Lost Pirate searches for provisions in the supermarket with his parrot Captain Crackers.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5pm (repeat)
Millie Inbetween. Millie (Millie Innes). Copyright: The Foundation

Millie Inbetween

Series 4, Episode 3 - Room For A Lion

Confident cousin Leo moves into Craig's old room. Lauren tries to bring him down and Millie tries to rescue him. Flora excels at Jake's game.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

The Elephant Man

Episode 6, Labour Pains: Terry's bank balance begins to struggle, so he starts a paper round.

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

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 3, Episode 11 - Waffle The Grand-Dog

Gram and Grand visit. Waffle loves Gram; he'll only leave his new dog doormat for her.

U&Drama channel logo 5:25pm (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 7, Episode 1 - Stand By Your Man

After seven years, Darryl and Chris are to be released from prison. Tracey is really happy, Sharon isn't; she doesn't want to see Chris and she thinks she'll have to move out of the house when Darryl returns.

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 3, Episode 7 - Dinner Date

An old girlfriend returns to England and recaptures James Nicholls fancy. Marriage is a strong possibility and Robin is keen on the idea.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Lynne Truss

Rumblings From The Rafters

Episode 1

The Death Watch Beetle and the bossy Queen Wasp reveal the funny side of life in an attic. With Bill Paterson and Alison Steadman.

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

Meet The Adebanjos

Series 2, Episode 18 - Unconventional Parenting

When Tobi decides he wants to quit school and Sade gets involved with online dating, Gladys and Bayo use some unconventional parenting tips to teach them a lesson.

Forces TV 6pm (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 third series of the time travel sitcom.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Ted Bovis (Paul Shane). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 2, Episode 4 - On With The Motley

The Camp Host is getting his big chance. He is being booked to do cabaret at a posh golf-club dinner.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 6pm (repeat)
Time Hops. Copyright: BBC

Time Hops

Episode 5 - Time's Up

The children are convinced that the "man from the BBC" will help them warn people of ecological disaster.

U&Drama channel logo 6:05pm (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 3, Episode 2

Jacko and Sandra are on honeymoon in Barbados - but under rather strange circumstances. Back home, his long-suffering best man is busy trying to fulfil Jacko's wishes when, unbeknown to him, events take an unexpected turn.

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

Meet The Adebanjos

Series 2, Episode 19 - Parking Ticket

After successfully winning a parking ticket case, Bayo takes this as a sign he is called to be a lawyer. Pastor Michael convinces Funke to host a singles night at the café behind Tony's back.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
The News Quiz. Andy Zaltzman

The News Quiz

Series 99, Episode 1

What a time it is to be a topical comedian, with Brexit finally sorted, and the political landscape wide open again, the panellists can joke about all sorts of things. Or maybe not. Miles' guests are New Statesman journalist Helen Lewis, comedians Alun Cochrane and Desiree Burch, and writer and broadcaster Andy Hamilton.

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 7, Episode 8

As their holiday draws to a close, the Boswell party increases in number. They make a protest over rabbit-hunting and Lady Bowford takes a shine to Joey. Adrian has a rejection from his music publisher and reaches a crossroads in his life.

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 9, Episode 6 - Never Too Old

Jones has done it - after years of on-off courting, he's asked Mrs. Fox to marry him and is absolutely delighted when she accepts. But on the wedding day, there's an invasion alert.

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

Mr Bean

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

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7pm (repeat)
The Dog Ate My Homework. Iain Stirling. Copyright: BBC

The Dog Ate My Homework

Series 6, Episode 10

Ellie v Cody. Iain is joined by Steve Bugeja, Lauren Pattison, Matthew Crosby and Thanyia Moore.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
The Michael Bentine Show

The Best Of Bentine

Episode 8: One-man comedy show devised and performed by the former Goon, touching on themes such as a monastic order and international space relations.

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 6, Episode 1 - In The Service Of Humanity

Getting rather wet in a life-saving attempt, Clegg and Compo are dismayed to hear that the incident has inspired Foggy to devote his life - and theirs - to first aid and rescue.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Uncle Albert (Buster Merryfield), Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 5, Episode 1 - From Prussia With Love

Rodney takes pity on a heavily-pregnant and homeless au-pair girl he meets in the Nag's Head. When he invites her to stay at the flat, Del sees a nice little earner about to be born. But will Boycie be interested?

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 7:30pm (repeat)
Still Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Mrs Machin (Emma Amos), Granville (David Jason). Copyright: BBC

Still Open All Hours

Series 5, Episode 2

Granville has a large consignment of tinned beans to shift and he enlists the help of Mr Machin to increase sales.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
Steptoe And Son. Image shows from L to R: Harold (Harry H. Corbett), Albert (Wilfrid Brambell). Copyright: BBC

Steptoe And Son

Series 3, Episode 1 - Death in the Family

Harold must break sad news to his father Albert.

Forces TV 8pm (repeat)
Never The Twain. Image shows from L to R: Simon Peel (Donald Sinden), Oliver Smallbridge (Windsor Davies). Copyright: Thames Television

Never The Twain

Series 7, Episode 6 - Fasten Your Seat Belts

It's Simon's birthday and after a trip round the local pubs he and Oliver decide to fly to Canada to visit their grandson for the first time.

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

Only Fools And Horses

Series 5, Episode 4 - Tea For Three

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

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

Millie Inbetween

Series 4, Episode 3 - Room For A Lion

Confident cousin Leo moves into Craig's old room. Lauren tries to bring him down and Millie tries to rescue him. Flora excels at Jake's game.

Forces TV 8:30pm (repeat)
Never The Twain. Image shows from L to R: Simon Peel (Donald Sinden), Oliver Smallbridge (Windsor Davies). Copyright: Thames Television

Never The Twain

Series 8, Episode 1 - Grandfathers-in-Law

Simon and Oliver They finally find they have something in common - a grandson.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8:30pm (repeat)
Doc Martin. Image shows from L to R: Louisa Glasson (Caroline Catz), Dr Martin Ellingham (Martin Clunes). Copyright: Buffalo Pictures / Homerun Productions

Doc Martin

Series 7, Episode 3 - It's Good To Talk

Martin has decided he will be the one to move out of the surgery to allow Louisa the space she needs, which Louisa does really appreciate.

Comedy Central 8:30pm (repeat)
Your Face Or Mine. Copyright: Talkback

Your Face Or Mine

Series 5, Episode 7

Celebrity Big Brother contestant and ex-professional footballer Jermaine Pennant is next up on the sofa with glamour model wife, Alice Goodwin. The pair will be facing some difficult questions from Jimmy and Katherine as they try and win thousands for charity.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 8:30pm
30 min
Joe Lycett's Got Your Back. Image shows from L to R: Joe Lycett, Richard Madeley. Copyright: Rumpus Media

Joe Lycett's Got Your Back

Series 1, Episode 2

Joe's celebrity guest is Richard Madeley. They pull back the covers on sub-par hotel rooms and take low budget airlines for a bumpy ride.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (repeat)
Citizen Khan. Image shows from L to R: Dave (Matthew Cottle), Mr Khan (Adil Ray). Copyright: BBC

Citizen Khan

Series 2, Episode 5 - Shazia's Gym Visit

Mr Khan's attempts to get a famous Pakistani cricketer to operate the mosque's annual Eid tombola come into conflict with Mrs Khan, Shazia and Amjad's local gym membership trial, with unexpected consequences.

Comedy Central 9pm (repeat)
Michael McIntyre: Hello Wembley!. Michael McIntyre

Michael McIntyre: Hello Wembley!

Stand-up Michael McIntyre performs to a sell-out crowd at the Wembley Arena. From October 2009.

Comedy Central Extra 9pm (repeat)
Russell Howard: Right Here, Right Now. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard: Right Here, Right Now

TV broadcast of the 2011 stand-up show from acclaimed, energetic comic Russell Howard.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9pm
30 min
Have I Got News For You. Alan Johnson

Have I Got News For You

Series 57, Episode 2

The second episode of Have I Got News For You sees politician Alan Johnson as host, with The Sunday Times's Political Editor and author Tim Shipman and comedian Janey Godley join Ian Hislop and Paul Merton as guest panellists.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
Bottom. Image shows from L to R: Richie Richard (Rik Mayall), Eddie Hitler (Adrian Edmondson). Copyright: BBC

Bottom

Series 2, Episode 5 - Holy

After Richie's chopped off his own finger and incinerated the Christmas dinner, a baby is left at the front door. Richie's convinced it's the Second Coming.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 9:30pm (repeat)
Doc Martin. Image shows from L to R: Louisa Glasson (Caroline Catz), Dr Martin Ellingham (Martin Clunes). Copyright: Buffalo Pictures / Homerun Productions

Doc Martin

Series 7, Episode 4 - Education, Education, Education

Louisa and Martin have their first therapy session together - though neither of them was expecting that they would be given homework. Meanwhile, Peter Cronk gets some work experience at the surgery.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Mary Portas, David Mitchell, Rylan Clark-Neal, Rob Brydon, Sara Pascoe, Lee Mack, Paul Sinha. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 12, Episode 2

This episode's guests are Rylan Clark-Neal, Sara Pascoe, Mary Portas and Paul Sinha.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Dave Best (Craig Cash), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Antony Royle (Ralf Little)

The Royle Family

Series 1, Episode 2

It's a boring evening at home and the family are sat in front of the telly as normal. The biggest distractions from the small screen come in the form of a friend with a new car, and Jim's bathroom trip.

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Joe Wilkinson

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 15 (Channel 4: Series 16), Episode 4

Sean Lock and Rob Beckett take on Jon Richardson and Claudia Winkleman. Plus special guests Mr Swallow and Joe Wilkinson join Countdown regulars Susie Dent and Rachel Riley.

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

A League Of Their Own

Series 10, Highlights Special - Best Bits

James Corden reflects on the funniest moments, the wackiest challenges and the best gags of Series 10 in a special highlights episode of the hit comedy and entertainment show.

Comedy Central 10pm (repeat)
The Comedy Bus. Tom Allen. Copyright: Spelthorne Community Television

The Comedy Bus

Episode 1 - Tom Allen's Bromley

Having never had what you would consider a 'normal' Bromley boy childhood, Tom Allen is back in South East London to re-do his unspent youth. He'll be playing football, going to his first ever night out clubbing, and even hosting his first ever house party with the help of his comic friends.

Comedy Central Extra 10pm (repeat)
Comedy Store. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Store

An access all areas pass to the hallowed comedy venue with stand-up sets from new comedians and headline acts.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 10pm (repeat)
Gary: Tank Commander. Image shows from L to R: Jacko (Robert Jack), Charlie (Scott Fletcher), Gary McLintoch (Greg McHugh), Adam (Paul-James Corrigan). Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Gary: Tank Commander

Series 1, Episode 2 - Green Gods

Gary swaps the tank for a Green Goddess as the army covers a firefighters' strike. The boys prepare for their first fire, but when it finally comes, it's their people skills that face the ultimate test.

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Gyles Brandreth, Sandi Toksvig, Jimmy Carr, Sally Phillips. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series P, Episode 3 - Piecemeal

With Jimmy Carr, Sally Phillips and Gyles Brandreth.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Alfie Moore: It's A Fair Cop. Alfie Moore. Copyright: BBC

Alfie Moore: It's A Fair Cop

Series 1, Episode 1 - Shoplifting

Policeman turned stand-up comedian Alfie Moore swears his audience in and takes them through a real life scenario to see what sort of officers they would have made. This week: an old lady has been caught shop lifting a tin of salmon.

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Comedians Watching Football With Friends

Episode 6

The laughs continue as Nish Kumar, Joe Wilkinson, Alex Brooker, Matt Forde, Jon Richardson and Rachel Yankey tune into the weekend's football.

Comedy Central Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
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Comedy Store

Mickey is stressed with life in the middle class and the amount of ketchup given in restaurants! Learn of his days as an international lover, dreams of being a van driver and more at the Comedy Store!

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 10:30pm
30 min
Breaking The News. Des Clarke. Copyright: BBC

Breaking The News

Series 1, Episode 7

Comedians Athena Kugblenu, Susie McCabe and Ray Bradshaw, and award-winning crime-writer Christopher Brookmyre compete in the topical comedy news quiz.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Andrew Lawrence: How Did We End Up Like This?. Andrew Lawrence. Copyright: BBC

Andrew Lawrence: How Did We End Up Like This?

Episode 2 - Communication

Comic explanation of human development via stand-up, song and sketch.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:35pm
50 min
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The Graham Norton Show

Series 25, Episode 2 - Chris Hemsworth, Paul Rudd, Julianne Moore, Kit Harington, Tom Walker

Chris Hemsworth says he doesn't know what happens to Thor, Paul Rudd jokes about his physique, Juliannne Moore says you can be messed up dating at any age, Kit Harington says he had to reveal the plot of Game of Thrones and Tom Walker performs live in the studio.

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Inside No. 9. Image shows from L to R: Professor Squires (Steve Pemberton), Nina (Alexandra Roach). Copyright: BBC

Inside No. 9

Series 3, Episode 3 - The Riddle Of The Sphinx

Nina thinks Professor Squires has all the answers when, actually, neither has a clue what the future holds.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
John Finnemore's Double Acts. John Finnemore. Copyright: Pozzitive Productions

John Finnemore's Double Acts

Series 1, Episode 1 - A Flock Of Tigers

A seemingly ordinary train ride turns into an unexpected adventure for Edmund and Dolorosa. Starring Celia Imrie and Charles Edwards.

Forces TV 11:05pm (repeat)
Never The Twain. Image shows from L to R: Simon Peel (Donald Sinden), Oliver Smallbridge (Windsor Davies). Copyright: Thames Television

Never The Twain

Series 7, Episode 6 - Fasten Your Seat Belts

It's Simon's birthday and after a trip round the local pubs he and Oliver decide to fly to Canada to visit their grandson for the first time.

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65 min
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The Big Narstie Show

Series 2, Episode 8

In the final show of the current series guests include Rio Ferdinand, Lorraine Kelly, London Hughes and Unknown T.

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Inside No. 9. Image shows from L to R: Greg (Reece Shearsmith), Roger (Steve Pemberton). Copyright: BBC

Inside No. 9

Series 3, Episode 4 - Empty Orchestra

What better way to celebrate Roger's promotion than a full-on, old-school karaoke session? An evening of hopes, dreams, intrigue, romance, betrayal and an awful lot of singing.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Thom Tuck

Thom Tuck Goes Straight To DVD

Episode 4 - Bollywood

Thom is enthralled by the melodramatic extravaganza of straight-to-DVD Bollywood films.

Forces TV 11:35pm (repeat)
Never The Twain. Image shows from L to R: Simon Peel (Donald Sinden), Oliver Smallbridge (Windsor Davies). Copyright: Thames Television

Never The Twain

Series 8, Episode 1 - Grandfathers-in-Law

Simon and Oliver They finally find they have something in common - a grandson.

U&Dave channel logo 11:35pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Lee (Lee Mack), Daisy (Katy Wix). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 6, Episode 8 - Boat

Lee's father, Frank, buys himself a boat after a big win on the horses and invites Lee down for a long weekend with Lucy and Daisy. Despite the fact that Lucy is terrified of water, Lee persuades her to come along in the hope that he can manipulate her into sharing a double bed.

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Bottom. Image shows from L to R: Richie Richard (Rik Mayall), Eddie Hitler (Adrian Edmondson). Copyright: BBC

Bottom

Series 2, Episode 5 - Holy

After Richie's chopped off his own finger and incinerated the Christmas dinner, a baby is left at the front door. Richie's convinced it's the Second Coming.

Comedy Central Extra Midnight (repeat)
Ali G In Da USAiii. Sacha Baron Cohen. Copyright: Talkback Productions

Ali G In Da USAiii

Ali G takes his brand of interview to the US.

BBC Radio 4 Extra Midnight (repeat)
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Time Hops

Episode 5 - Time's Up

The children are convinced that the "man from the BBC" will help them warn people of ecological disaster.

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Comedians Watching Football With Friends

Episode 6

The laughs continue as Nish Kumar, Joe Wilkinson, Alex Brooker, Matt Forde, Jon Richardson and Rachel Yankey tune into the weekend's football.

U&Dave channel logo 12:10am
60 min version
(repeat)
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Have I Got News For You

Series 52, Episode 1

In the first episode of the new series, former Deputy Prime Minister and leader of the Liberal Democrats, Nick Clegg takes to the host's chair. Stand-up comedians Kevin Bridges and Roisin Conaty are the guests.

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A League Of Their Own

Series 13, Episode 4

There's a performance James calls the greatest in ALOTO history this week, as Jamie and Romesh rap out Stormzy's Big for Your Boots. The guests are Rob Beckett, Roisin Conaty and footballer Patrice Evra.

Comedy Central Extra 12:35am (repeat)
Ali G In Da USAiii. Sacha Baron Cohen. Copyright: Talkback Productions

Ali G In Da USAiii

Ali G takes his brand of interview to the US.

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The Rebel. Image shows from L to R: Charles (Bill Paterson), Margaret (Anita Dobson). Copyright: Retort

The Rebel

Series 2, Episode 1 - Money

Henry attempts to help out Cath who is, like many young couples, struggling with astronomical rent rates.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Judi Love, Fred Sirieix, Rob Beckett, Jimmy Carr, Natasia Demetriou, Kerry Godliman, Nish Kumar. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 21, Episode 3

Team captains Rob Beckett and guest captain Kerry Godliman are joined by Nish Kumar, Natasia Demetriou, Fred Sirieix and Judi Love to discuss and dissect topics in their quest to uncover the nation's most popular talking points.

U&Dave channel logo 1:10am
60 min version
(repeat)
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QI

Series M, Episode 6 - Marriage And Matings

With Bill Bailey, Jo Brand and Greg Davies.

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Game On. Image shows from L to R: Martin Henson (Matthew Cottle), Mandy Wilkins (Samantha Janus), Matthew Malone (Ben Chaplin). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Game On

Series 1, Episode 4 - The Great Escape

Matthew and Martin spend the night discussing 'hot babes' and various lurid sexual fantasies. Mandy thinks she's in line for a dream job in Bermuda.

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Lee And Dean. Image shows from L to R: Lee (Miles Chapman), Dean (Mark O'Sullivan)

Lee And Dean

Series 2, Episode 1

Scattered to the four corners of - well, Stevenage - best mates Lee and Dean are no more... until a funeral brings them back together for the first time since the tears and revelations of Great Yarmouth. Meanwhile, Mrs. Bryce-D'Souza has made a fresh start, and Dean has a surprising new addition to his life.

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Game On. Image shows from L to R: Martin Henson (Matthew Cottle), Mandy Wilkins (Samantha Janus), Matthew Malone (Ben Chaplin). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Game On

Series 1, Episode 3 - Bad Timing

Matt's interest in Mandy's underwear leaves him in a compromising position when Mandy comes home and finds him in her bed. Martin is beaten up by some school children, which rather dampens his enthusiasm to become a teacher.

U&Dave channel logo 2:10am
55 min version
(repeat)
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Have I Got News For You

Series 49, Episode 3

Ian Hislop and Paul Merton are joined by guest host Stephen Mangan and panellists Miles Jupp and Camilla Long.

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Home. Sami (Youssef Kerkour)

Home

Series 1, Episode 6

With the day of his substantive interview fast approaching, Sami is desperate to make a good impression. But is Britain actually where his heart lies?

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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 6, Episode 7 - How I Won The War

A trip to entertain the troops forces Gary to play the hero.

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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.

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A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: Andrew Flintoff, Rob Beckett, Judy Murray, James Corden, Romesh Ranganathan, Jamie Redknapp, Jack Wilshere. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 13, Episode 2

There's a load more fun to come as West Ham's Jack Wilshere, tennis coach Judy Murray and stand-up star Rob Beckett join James, Freddie, Jamie and Romesh.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Paisley Billings, Rob Beckett, Jayde Adams, Jimmy Carr, Joe Wilkinson, Aisling Bea, Jamie Laing. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 19, Episode 1

Jimmy Carr hosts a brand new series of topical comedy panel show, with new team captains Rob Beckett and Aisling Bea. In the first episode, Rob and Aisling are joined in their quest to uncover the nation's most popular talking points by comedians Joe Wilkinson and Jayde Adams, Made In Chelsea's Jamie Laing and Tattoo Fixers' Paisley Billings.

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Lovejoy

Series 3, Episode 12 - Highland Fling

A romantic, gothic temple in Scotland brings Lovejoy and Lady Jane closer together. Eric falls in love, and Tinker is all at sea.

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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.

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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 4:30am (repeat)
Safety Catch. Simon McGrath (Darren Boyd). Copyright: BBC

Safety Catch

Series 3, Episode 1 - Better The Devil You Know

Reluctant arms dealer Simon McGrath finally has the opportunity to leave his dubious line of employment when an American company puts in a takeover bid.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

The Elephant Man

Episode 6, Labour Pains: Terry's bank balance begins to struggle, so he starts a paper round.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
Lynne Truss

Rumblings From The Rafters

Episode 1

The Death Watch Beetle and the bossy Queen Wasp reveal the funny side of life in an attic. With Bill Paterson and Alison Steadman.

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