British Comedy Guide

Schedule Wednesday 15th May 2019

Talking Pictures TV 6am (repeat)
Tons Of Trouble. Mr Pastry (Richard Hearne)

Tons Of Trouble

Mr Pastry loses his job but then finds himself sought after by a wealthy man who needs him to close a deal.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 2, Episode 15 - Outside

The Twirlywoos see a man take his chair out into the garden, and decide to bring some more things outside. Meanwhile, Peekaboo gets stuck outside the Boat! Is Peekaboo able to get back in without being discovered?

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

Bookcases

Episode 2.2, Great Expectations: Primus aspires to be Charles Dickens' new publisher and rescue the firm from bankruptcy.

U&Dave channel logo 7:10am (repeat)
Go 8 Bit DLC. Image shows from L to R: Steve McNeil, Ellie Gibson, Sam Pamphilon. Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

Go 8 Bit DLC

Episode 7

Ellie Gibson, Steve McNeil, Sam Pamphilon and guests take part in this show featuring lively debates and reviews covering the history of video games.

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

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 4 - Raiders Of The Lost Sweetie

Mrs Creecher confiscates Dennis' rare sour sweetie - The Tongue Destroyer. Dennis is desperate to get the sweet back and takes his friends on an adventure to the school's 'Confiscatorium', a secret place where all confiscated goods are hidden in the depths of Bash Street School.

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

Mr Bean

Series 3, Episode 11 - Haunted House

Mr. Bean is trying to impress some kids in the park with his football skills but winds up kicking their ball into a dilapidated, scary-looking house.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 45 - The Last Giraffe Warrior

Penfold is asked to defend an alien planet from invasion.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:30am (repeat)
A Sharp Intake Of Breath. Peter Barnes (David Jason). Copyright: Associated Television

A Sharp Intake Of Breath

Series 1, Episode 4 - See You In Court

The Barnes' marital bliss is thrown awry when he's forced to bring his very drunk boss home from an office party. Peter's desperate to bring their relationship back from the brink of divorce.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Simon Evans Goes To Market. Simon Evans. Copyright: BBC

Simon Evans Goes To Market

Series 5, Episode 3 - John Maynard Keynes

Simon Evans and Tim Harford examine the work of John Maynard Keynes, and reflect on how his influence continues to shape the world today.

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

Bitz & Bob

Series 2, Episode 11 - Castle Bake Off

Rivalries are brought to the boil in the Yum-tastic Pizza Bake Off as Bob vies with Zip and Pop for the prize.

U&Dave channel logo 7:35am (repeat)
Go 8 Bit DLC. Image shows from L to R: Steve McNeil, Ellie Gibson, Sam Pamphilon. Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

Go 8 Bit DLC

Episode 8

Ellie Gibson, Steve McNeil, Sam Pamphilon and guests take part in this show featuring lively debates and reviews covering the history of video games.

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

Mr Bean

Series 3, Episode 12 - Eau De Bean

Mr. Bean accidentally spills all of Mrs. Wicket's new, expensive perfume on the floor. Can he hide the crime and cover his tracks?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:55am (repeat)
A Sharp Intake Of Breath. Peter Barnes (David Jason). Copyright: Associated Television

A Sharp Intake Of Breath

Series 1, Episode 5 - The Gasman Cometh

Peter begins to tear his hair out when men from the gas board arrive to install his new central heating: he hasn't asked for, and does not want, it!

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

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 48 - Chocolate Hills, Philippines

The Grimbots discover a place called the Chocolate Hills on Bohol Island in the Philippines and take Grandmaster Glitch there.

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

The Navy Lark

Series 8, Episode 5 - Steamship Day

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

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:30am (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 2, Episode 10 - Don't Fence Me In

Will builders scupper Gary's double love life in the time travel sitcom? Having reconciled himself to living in two different eras with two different sweethearts, Gary finds his lifestyle threatened when builders start to demolish his only route to the past.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
Thank You, Mrs Fothergill. Image shows from L to R: Alice Foster (Sheila Hancock), Phyllis Middleton (Pat Coombs). Copyright: BBC

Thank You, Mrs Fothergill

Episode 2 - At Home With The Brontes

Comedy series detailing the activities of the Cloughbottom Ladies' Evening Guild.

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 3, Episode 4 - Royal Visit

Justin, Robert and Little Monster prepare for a special visit from the king, but will Justin's house be fun enough to get the royal seal of approval? Guest starring Chris Jarvis and Pui Fan Lee.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8:50am (repeat)
On The Buses. Jack Harper (Bob Grant). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 4, Episode 13 - Not Tonight

New canteen girl Stella makes a pass at Stan, and - having suffered a long unlucky streak - he is only too happy to jump to her advances. But are her intentions honourable?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:50am (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Mathew Baynton, Martha Howe-Douglas, Laurence Rickard. Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 3, Episode 6

Some tantalising tastes are on the menu this week as Henry VIII extols the virtues of his "all meat, no vegetables" diet plan and a variety of unusual courses are dished up in Aztec Come Dine With Me.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:10am (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 3, Episode 2 - It Ain't Necessarily So

In the run-up to New Year's Eve, Gary worries about finding a way to see in the New Year with both Phoebe and Yvonne. Then Mrs Bloss threatens to chuck him out of his bedsit.

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

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 26 - The Pop Concert

Richard is hosting a pop concert in the park for one of his favourite singers - but she hasn't arrived. So it is up to Sweep to take to the stage and give the performance of a lifetime!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9:20am (repeat)
Almost Never. Image shows from L to R: Harry (Harry Still), Nate (Nathaniel Dass), Oakley (Oakley Orchard). Copyright: Saltbeef TV

Almost Never

A selection of episodes from the first series of the musical children's comedy.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 9:25am (repeat)
On The Buses. Inspector Blake (Stephen Lewis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 5, Episode 1 - The Nursery

A nursery is set up for the clippies' children and the Sister in charge requires an assistant. Something surely that even Olive can handle?

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:30am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 2, Episode 16 - Next To

The Twirlywoos see a lady putting coloured stars next to items in a shop window display, and they get carried away putting stars next to everything in sight! Back in the boat, the Stop-Go Car brings some blocks, and the Twirlywoos have fun lining them up.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Be Prepared

Episode 4 - Girl Guides And Caves

Could Miles have found love with a local Girl Guide leader? A weekend camp proves fateful for the troop.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 9:40am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 9, Episode 7 - How To Succeed In Business Without Really Retiring

Long-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:50am (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 seventh series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

Forces TV 10am (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 4, Episode 1 - A Home Of Your Own

With their children having moved to Canada, Simon and Oliver return to a bachelor existence.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 10am (repeat)
George & Mildred. Image shows from L to R: Mildred Roper (Yootha Joyce), George Roper (Brian Murphy). Copyright: Thames Television

George & Mildred

Series 4, Christmas Special - On The Second Day Of Christmas

After a dull Christmas at the Ropers', and a packed period for the Fourmiles, George gets into a little trouble when playing with one of Tristram's new toys.

Forces TV 10:30am (repeat)
Get Some In!. Cpl. Percy Marsh (Tony Selby). Copyright: Thames Television

Get Some In!

Series 1, Episode 3

As C Flight prepare themselves for a first visit to the M.O., it seems Leckie is finding hsi service far tougher than the others. Could a few careless words about suicide from Cpl. Marsh put ideas in his head?

Radio 4 11:30am
30 min
Suggs: Love Letters To London. Graham McPherson. Copyright: BBC

Suggs: Love Letters To London

Series 1, Episode 1 - Shoreditch and Spitalfields

In the first of four episodes, the Madness frontman Graham McPherson shares his fondest memories of the city of London.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:50am (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Image shows from L to R: Jeffrey Fairbrother (Simon Cadell), Gladys Pugh (Ruth Madoc). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 4, Episode 6 - Peggy's Pen Friend

Peggy's pen-pal of long standing is due to visit. Some of the Maplin's staff are not convinced his intentions are entirely honourable - so plans are made to protect her interests...

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

The Navy Lark

Series 8, Episode 5 - Steamship Day

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

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:30pm (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 2, Episode 1 - I'm Going Slightly Mad

It's been 14 weeks since Bill left the bakery, and she's starting to feel the pressure of being unemployed. Strange dreams haunt her sleep, and she doesn't know what to do. Ben, meanwhile, has a new assistant, Chris.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
Thank You, Mrs Fothergill. Image shows from L to R: Alice Foster (Sheila Hancock), Phyllis Middleton (Pat Coombs). Copyright: BBC

Thank You, Mrs Fothergill

Episode 2 - At Home With The Brontes

Comedy series detailing the activities of the Cloughbottom Ladies' Evening Guild.

CITV 1:05pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 5 - No Parking

Mr Bean takes his teddy to the cinema but has trouble finding a parking space.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:15pm (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 4, Episode 8 - One Man's Junk

The Antiques Roadshow comes to Ludlow, and Marlene, already in the middle of a house makeover, sees an opportunity to have her old bric-a-brac valued by experts. She is not alone, as Elgin, Bryan, Jed and Mrs Cakeworthy have exactly the same idea. Surprisingly it is Boycie, with a little help from Tyler, who discovers the really valuable antique.

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

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 6 - Bean's Bounty

A local archaeology dig inspires Mr Bean to go hunting for treasure.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:35pm (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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:55pm (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 4, Episode 9 - For Richer For Poorer

Marlene is planning a huge party to celebrate their Ruby wedding anniversary.

YANGA! channel logo. 2pm (repeat)
Meet The Adebanjos. Image shows from L to R: Gladys Adebanjo (Yetunde Oduwole), Bayo Adebanjo (Wale Ojo). Copyright: MTA Productions

Meet The Adebanjos

A British-African sitcom following a larger-than-life father struggling to instil his old-fashioned African values in his reluctant British household.

Radio 4 2:15pm
45 min
Paddington Station. Copyright: BBC

Where This Service Will...

Episode 1 - Where This Service Will Separate

Suzie receives an unexpected guest at her husband's funeral.

YANGA! channel logo. 2:30pm (repeat)
Meet The Adebanjos. Image shows from L to R: Gladys Adebanjo (Yetunde Oduwole), Bayo Adebanjo (Wale Ojo). Copyright: MTA Productions

Meet The Adebanjos

A British-African sitcom following a larger-than-life father struggling to instil his old-fashioned African values in his reluctant British household.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:30pm (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 seventh series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

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

Shaun The Sheep

Series 2, Episode 27 - Bitzer From The Black Lagoon

While trying to retrieve his ball, Bitzer falls into a muddy pond. When Shaun sees a big, blobby, shambling 'thing' squelching across the field, he's convinced they are being attacked by a swamp monster.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:10pm (repeat)
Zig And Zag. Copyright: JAM Media

Zig And Zag

Episode 1 - Ice Cream Clone

Zig and Zag's attempts to clone an ice cream in order to cool themselves down have a chilling effect on the whole of Burb Street.

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

Lovejoy

Series 5, Episode 7 - Stones of Destiny

Lovejoy invites a suspicious Charlotte away for a weekend, but their trip to Wales turns out to be a hunt for a murderer.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 3:55pm (repeat)
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 9 - Losing Steam

Bitz, Bob and Bevel are racing across the desert in a steam train to deliver ice cream for the opening of Purl's ice cream parlour.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 4pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 9, Episode 8 - The Roof Of All Evil

Long-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30pm (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Be Prepared

Episode 4 - Girl Guides And Caves

Could Miles have found love with a local Girl Guide leader? A weekend camp proves fateful for the troop.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:35pm (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Image shows from L to R: Jeffrey Fairbrother (Simon Cadell), Gladys Pugh (Ruth Madoc). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 4, Episode 6 - Peggy's Pen Friend

Peggy's pen-pal of long standing is due to visit. Some of the Maplin's staff are not convinced his intentions are entirely honourable - so plans are made to protect her interests...

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

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 49 - Go Jet Academy: Global Gameshow

It's the Go Jetters as you've never seen them before as they take part in a disco-dazzling around the world gameshow! Foz and Xui are on Team Go Jetter and Grandmaster Glitch and Kyan are on Team Glitch as they go head to head to see who will win. Ubercorn and Lars are the quizmasters asking the questions in this ultimate geographic quiz.

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

Gigglebiz

Series 4, Highlights Special

Another chance to see the best bits from Gigglebiz.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5pm (repeat)
All At Sea. Image shows from L to R: Ben (Sam Hattersley), Charlie (Ryan Wilkinson), Alison (Olivia Cosgrove). Copyright: BBC

All At Sea

Series 1, Episode 3 - Artist

An artist comes to stay at the B&B, giving Charlie a creative idea on how to make some extra money.

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

Bookcases

Episode 2.2, Great Expectations: Primus aspires to be Charles Dickens' new publisher and rescue the firm from bankruptcy.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:15pm (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 2, Episode 1 - I'm Going Slightly Mad

It's been 14 weeks since Bill left the bakery, and she's starting to feel the pressure of being unemployed. Strange dreams haunt her sleep, and she doesn't know what to do. Ben, meanwhile, has a new assistant, Chris.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:15pm (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 1, Episode 3 - Goodbye Waffle?

It's the day after the Brooklyn-Bells' wedding and time to say goodbye to the puppy. Evie goes with Jess to her veterinary practice to scan Waffle's microchip.

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 9, Episode 5 - Nuptials

As the day of Garth's wedding dawns, a depressed Dorien informs Sharon and Tracey that she has no intention of attending the ceremony. Then Darryl's father Les arrives and suggests that he should move in with them.

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 6, Episode 2 - The Homecoming

Vicky and the twins are due to come home from hospital - but who is going to collect them?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Simon Evans Goes To Market. Simon Evans. Copyright: BBC

Simon Evans Goes To Market

Series 5, Episode 3 - John Maynard Keynes

Simon Evans and Tim Harford examine the work of John Maynard Keynes, and reflect on how his influence continues to shape the world today.

Forces TV 6pm (repeat)
Get Some In!. Cpl. Percy Marsh (Tony Selby). Copyright: Thames Television

Get Some In!

Series 1, Episode 3

As C Flight prepare themselves for a first visit to the M.O., it seems Leckie is finding hsi service far tougher than the others. Could a few careless words about suicide from Cpl. Marsh put ideas in his head?

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?. Image shows from L to R: Terry Collier (James Bolam), Bob Ferris (Rodney Bewes). Copyright: BBC

Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?

Series 1, Episode 2 - Home Is The Hero

Terry's homecoming is greeted with a certain lack of enthusiasm and it's down to Bob to provide him with a bed. Thelma is suffering from shock and Bob attempts to ease her fears but letting your new home be used as temporary accommodation by your best mate is not going to help - if she finds out!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 4, Episode 8 - One Man's Junk

The Antiques Roadshow comes to Ludlow, and Marlene, already in the middle of a house makeover, sees an opportunity to have her old bric-a-brac valued by experts. She is not alone, as Elgin, Bryan, Jed and Mrs Cakeworthy have exactly the same idea. Surprisingly it is Boycie, with a little help from Tyler, who discovers the really valuable antique.

Forces TV 6:30pm (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 4, Episode 1 - A Home Of Your Own

With their children having moved to Canada, Simon and Oliver return to a bachelor existence.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Simon Evans Goes To Market. Simon Evans. Copyright: BBC

Simon Evans Goes To Market

Series 5, Episode 4 - Smith, Marx And Keynes

After three episodes focusing on the lives and theories of Adam Smith, Karl Marx and John Maynard Keynes, it's time for Simon Evans and Tim Harford to attempt synthesis and see how these three economic superbrains can help us out of our current economic predicament.

U&Drama channel logo 6:40pm (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 2, Episode 2 - A Weekend Away

Judith is planning a weekend away. Alistair is due in Paris but first announces that publication is in just three weeks. Could he and she be having a romantic liaison of their own? Jean feels decidedly uneasy at the thought of an empty house...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:40pm (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 4, Episode 9 - For Richer For Poorer

Marlene is planning a huge party to celebrate their Ruby wedding anniversary.

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 fifth series of the time-travel sitcom.

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

The Navy Lark

Series 8, Episode 5 - Steamship Day

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

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:15pm (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 6, Episode 3 - The Royal Train

The platoon go to the railway station in order to honour the King, who is travelling through. When another train blocks the line, Mainwaring decides to move the train himself, but then there is the small matter of stopping it.

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 9, Episode 1 - Why Does Norman Clegg Buy Ladies' Elastic Stockings?

Arriving at Seymour's to find barriers and barbed wire,
Compo and Clegg realise that he must have invented something breathtakingly original: and so he has, but their initial interest is dimmed when the pedal-powered thing has to be road- and field-tested.

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

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 5 - No Parking

Mr Bean takes his teddy to the cinema but has trouble finding a parking space.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
Thank You, Mrs Fothergill. Image shows from L to R: Alice Foster (Sheila Hancock), Phyllis Middleton (Pat Coombs). Copyright: BBC

Thank You, Mrs Fothergill

Episode 2 - At Home With The Brontes

Comedy series detailing the activities of the Cloughbottom Ladies' Evening Guild.

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

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 6 - Bean's Bounty

A local archaeology dig inspires Mr Bean to go hunting for treasure.

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 6, Episode 4 - We Know Our Onions

The platoon go on a course with a van full of onions that Walker has sold to Hodges. While the men start to fall behind in their training, Hodges makes an attempt to get his onions.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
Comedy Legends. Jack Benny. Copyright: Shutterstock

Comedy Legends

Series 1, Episode 6 - Jack Benny

Barry Cryer explores the career of Jack Benny, the influential comedian who was one of the most celebrated American entertainers of the 20th century.

U&Dave channel logo 8pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen K Amos, Sandi Toksvig, Josh Widdicombe, Cally Beaton. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series O, Episode 13 - Omnishambles

Sandi Toksvig organises an Omnishambles. Learn how to throw the two-handed javelin, meet the woman who never knew that she'd won an Olympic gold medal, and much more besides. With Stephen K. Amos, Josh Widdicombe and Cally Beaton.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8pm (repeat)
All At Sea. Image shows from L to R: Ben (Sam Hattersley), Charlie (Ryan Wilkinson), Alison (Olivia Cosgrove). Copyright: BBC

All At Sea

Series 1, Episode 3 - Artist

An artist comes to stay at the B&B, giving Charlie a creative idea on how to make some extra money.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (repeat)
Upstart Crow. Image shows from L to R: Mary Arden (Paula Wilcox), Will Shakespeare (David Mitchell). Copyright: BBC

Upstart Crow

Series 2, Episode 5 - Beware My Sting!

Will's pleased with his new play, but for some reason the story of a strong-willed lady humiliated by a man doesn't go down well with any of the women in Will's life.

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 and third series of the prison-based sitcom.

Comedy Central 9pm (repeat)
Michael McIntyre: Live & Laughing. Michael McIntyre. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Michael McIntyre: Live & Laughing

A TV broadcast of Michael McIntyre's sell-out 2008 stand-up show which cemented the comic's status as one of the UK's top stand-up stars.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm
30 min
Urban Myths: Madonna & Basquait. Image shows from L to R: Jean-Michel Basquiat (Calvin Demba), Madonna (Sophie Kennedy Clark). Copyright: Wildcard Films

Urban Myths: Madonna & Basquait

Comedy drama about Madonna and her relationship with Jean-Michel Basquiat.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min
Taskmaster. Alex Horne. Copyright: Avalon Television

Taskmaster

Series 8, Episode 2 - A Novel About Russian Gulags

Lou Sanders displays some unusual facial hair, Iain Stirling's beatboxing causes him some problems and Paul Sinha shows off his full acting range. As usual, Alex Horne provides data analysis in his role as the Taskmaster's private secretary and live-in companion.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
Upstart Crow. Image shows from L to R: Gussie (Dominic Herman Day), Will Shakespeare (David Mitchell), Kate (Gemma Whelan). Copyright: BBC

Upstart Crow

Series 2, Episode 6 - Sweet Sorrow

Will has finished Romeo and Juliet but now there's competition over who will play Juliet. Kate feels the part should be hers. If only lady-acting weren't against the law.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 9:30pm (repeat)
Urban Myths: Grace Under Pressure. Grace Jones (Gloria Onitiri). Copyright: 2LE Media

Urban Myths: Grace Under Pressure

Comedy about a burglary at the home of Grace Jones and Jean-Paul Goude.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Captain Edmund Blackadder (Rowan Atkinson). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Blackadder Goes Forth, Episode 1 - Captain Cook

With a bit of trickery and abuse of George's sole talent, Blackadder has himself appointed Official War Artist and hopes to be sent to Paris accordingly; however, Field Marshal Haig's plans don't quite tally with the Captain's expectations...

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 13, Episode 4

Jimmy, Jon and Sean are joined by guests Johnny Vegas, Vernon Kay, Paul Chowdhry and Katherine Ryan.

Comedy Central 10pm
30 min
The Comedy Bus. Darren Harriott. Copyright: Spelthorne Community Television

The Comedy Bus

Episode 6 - Darren Harriott's Birmingham

Having had a sheltered upbringing, Darren takes his bus mates to the city he grew up in, in an attempt to get out of his comfort zone. He'll be commandeering, and inevitably crashing a canal boat, visiting the club Darren used to bounce on and Iain will see how far he can push Darren by abseiling with him down a hotel!

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 10pm
75 min
Sanjeev Kohli's Big Talk. Sanjeev Kohli

Sanjeev Kohli's Big Talk

Episode 4

Sanjeev Kohli and guests fillet the big issues of the past seven days and mix them up with funny and fascinating films. Expect random amusement thrown into the mix as well.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
Mum. Image shows from L to R: Cathy (Lesley Manville), Kelly (Lisa McGrillis), Jason (Sam Swainsbury), Pauline (Dorothy Atkinson)

Mum

Series 3, Episode 1 - Monday

Cathy and her family arrive in the countryside to celebrate Derek's birthday. Michael arrives too, which Jason finds troubling.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
40 min
Sliced. Joshua (Samson Kayo). Copyright: Lovely Electricity

Sliced

Series 1, Episode 1

It's all change at Sliced, South London's premier low rent pizza parlour. Mario hires new girl Naomi, and Joshua encounters a rather challenging customer. Fellow driver Ricky to dreams up a sure-fire money-making scheme.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Simon Evans Goes To Market. Simon Evans. Copyright: BBC

Simon Evans Goes To Market

Series 5, Episode 3 - John Maynard Keynes

Simon Evans and Tim Harford examine the work of John Maynard Keynes, and reflect on how his influence continues to shape the world today.

Comedy Central 10:30pm
30 min
Comedy Central Live. Iain Stirling

Comedy Central Live

Episode 1 - Iain Stirling

Iain Stirling performs live from Camden in the first of nine stand-up specials. With brand new material, Iain talks about growing old and his previous work as a children's TV presenter.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Tina C: Herstory. Tina C (Christopher Green). Copyright: BBC

Tina C: Herstory

Episode 2

It is 1999, and a live country band helps Tina explore hits from her back catalogue. Tina C explores her role as a feminist icon with Jenni Murray.

BBC One Scotland. Copyright: BBC 10:35pm (repeat)
Scot Squad. Image shows from L to R: Bobby Muir (Darren Connell), Sergeant Karen Ann Millar (Karen Bartke). Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Scot Squad

Series 5, Episode 6

When it comes to crime fighting, there's no pecking order and PC Hugh McKirdy and PC Surjit Singh are unflappable when they come to the rescue of a rogue rooster.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Captain Edmund Blackadder (Rowan Atkinson). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Blackadder Goes Forth, Episode 2 - Corporal Punishment

After having trouble with the trenches' telephone system, Blackadder is facing a court-martial for disobeying orders; and far more seriously, shooting and eating Melchett's prized pet pigeon, Speckled Jim. Is there any hope for the Captain, or does a firing squad and certain death await?

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
Jon Richardson: Ultimate Worrier. Image shows from L to R: David O'Doherty, Jon Richardson, James Acaster. Copyright: Talkback

Jon Richardson: Ultimate Worrier

Series 1, Episode 6 - Technology

Jon is troubled by technology. James Acaster and David O'Doherty address his worries about smartphones, becoming a viral sensation and boozing in virtual pubs.

Forces TV 11pm (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 4, Episode 1 - A Home Of Your Own

With their children having moved to Canada, Simon and Oliver return to a bachelor existence.

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

Mean-yet-loveable northern shopkeeper Arkwright is allergic to spending money - much to the trouble of his put-upon nephew and sole employee Granville.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Episode 10

Sean Lock and Johnny Vegas take on special guest captain Sarah Millican and Rob Beckett. Susie Dent is in with Vic Reeves, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.

Radio 4 11pm (repeat)
Angela Barnes: You Can't Take It With You. Angela Barnes

Angela Barnes: You Can't Take It With You

Series 1, Episode 1

Super-sharp everywoman Angela Barnes, remembering her larger-than-life father, tackles life and love and, with the help of the audience, packs herself a fantasy coffin.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Fist Of Fun. Image shows from L to R: Stewart Lee, Richard Herring

Fist Of Fun

Episode 1

First in a six-part comedy series, starring Richard Herring and Stewart Lee, with Alistair McGowan and Rebecca Front. Stewart Lee berates Richard Herring for his lack of street cred, Peter Baynham shares some unusual recipes and is Radio 1 really the youth-friendly station it pretends to be?

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The Russell Howard Hour. Image shows from L to R: Jamie Oliver, Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

The Russell Howard Hour

Series 1, Episode 13

Russell talks to chef Jamie Oliver. Stand-up from Ed Gamble.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Michael McIntyre. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 4, Episode 1 - Michael McIntyre, Rich Hall and Rhod Gilbert

Michael McIntyre introduces comedy from Rich Hall and Rhod Gilbert.

Forces TV 11:30pm (repeat)
Get Some In!. Cpl. Percy Marsh (Tony Selby). Copyright: Thames Television

Get Some In!

Series 1, Episode 3

As C Flight prepare themselves for a first visit to the M.O., it seems Leckie is finding hsi service far tougher than the others. Could a few careless words about suicide from Cpl. Marsh put ideas in his head?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
World Of Pub

World Of Pub

Episode 2.3: Dodgy Phil hatches a sporting scheme to improve the fortunes of Barry and Garry's bar.

U&Dave channel logo 11:40pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Sean Lock. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

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.

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Urban Myths: Madonna & Basquait. Image shows from L to R: Jean-Michel Basquiat (Calvin Demba), Madonna (Sophie Kennedy Clark). Copyright: Wildcard Films

Urban Myths: Madonna & Basquait

Comedy drama about Madonna and her relationship with Jean-Michel Basquiat.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20am (repeat)
Upstart Crow. Image shows from L to R: Mary Arden (Paula Wilcox), Will Shakespeare (David Mitchell). Copyright: BBC

Upstart Crow

Series 2, Episode 5 - Beware My Sting!

Will's pleased with his new play, but for some reason the story of a strong-willed lady humiliated by a man doesn't go down well with any of the women in Will's life.

U&Dave channel logo 12:40am (repeat)
YANGA! channel logo. 1am (repeat)
Meet The Adebanjos. Image shows from L to R: Gladys Adebanjo (Yetunde Oduwole), Bayo Adebanjo (Wale Ojo). Copyright: MTA Productions

Meet The Adebanjos

A British-African sitcom following a larger-than-life father struggling to instil his old-fashioned African values in his reluctant British household.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1am (repeat)
Upstart Crow. Image shows from L to R: Gussie (Dominic Herman Day), Will Shakespeare (David Mitchell), Kate (Gemma Whelan). Copyright: BBC

Upstart Crow

Series 2, Episode 6 - Sweet Sorrow

Will has finished Romeo and Juliet but now there's competition over who will play Juliet. Kate feels the part should be hers. If only lady-acting weren't against the law.

Comedy Central Extra 1am
60 min version
(repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 4, Highlights Special - Best Bits

The best bits from Series 4 of the topical comedy show hosted by Russell Howard. Includes some previously unseen material.

YANGA! channel logo. 1:30am (repeat)
Meet The Adebanjos. Image shows from L to R: Gladys Adebanjo (Yetunde Oduwole), Bayo Adebanjo (Wale Ojo). Copyright: MTA Productions

Meet The Adebanjos

A British-African sitcom following a larger-than-life father struggling to instil his old-fashioned African values in his reluctant British household.

U&Dave channel logo 1:35am (repeat)
Sliced. Joshua (Samson Kayo). Copyright: Lovely Electricity

Sliced

Series 1, Episode 1

It's all change at Sliced, South London's premier low rent pizza parlour. Mario hires new girl Naomi, and Joshua encounters a rather challenging customer. Fellow driver Ricky to dreams up a sure-fire money-making scheme.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:40am (repeat)
Marley's Ghosts. Image shows from L to R: Marley Wise (Sarah Alexander), Michael Walton (Nicholas Burns)

Marley's Ghosts

Series 1, Episode 1

Magistrate Marley has an unattentive husband with a failed business, and a lover who's a little too sure of their relationship. In a tragic pairing of accidents, both men die - along with the local vicar. But for Marley, that's only the start...

Comedy Central Extra 2am (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jason Manford. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 8, Episode 2

This week's guests are Jeremy Clarkson, David Walliams, Holly Walsh and James McQuillan from The Apprentice.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:15am (repeat)
The League Of Gentlemen. Image shows from L to R: Tubbs (Steve Pemberton), Edward (Reece Shearsmith). Copyright: BBC

The League Of Gentlemen

Series 2, Episode 5 - Anarchy in Royston Vasey

The nosebleed epidemic worsens. Geoff and Brian bury Mike alive. Tubbs and Edward leave the local shop to find a 'no-tail' for David. Pauline is pushed to the limit. Les McQueen is astonished that Creme Brulee have reformed without him.

U&Dave channel logo 2:25am (repeat)
Uncle. Image shows from L to R: Frank (Keith Allen), Errol (Elliot Speller-Gillott), Andy (Nick Helm). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Uncle

Series 2, Episode 5

Andy's desperate for cash to pay his rent, so when he hears his estranged Uncle Frank is dying, he thinks it's his chance to get written in to his will. Without Sam's knowledge, Andy takes Errol to Frank's cabin for an unforgettable family reunion.

Comedy Central Extra 2:30am (repeat)
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store. Dane Baptiste. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 5, Episode 6 - Dane Baptiste At The Comedy Store

From the legendary Comedy Store in London, the hilarious Dane Baptiste introduces the magnificent Mae Martin, the wonderful Lloyd Griffith and the outrageous Fin Taylor.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:45am (repeat)
The League Of Gentlemen. Image shows from L to R: Tubbs (Steve Pemberton), Edward (Reece Shearsmith). Copyright: BBC

The League Of Gentlemen

Series 2, Episode 6 - Royston Vasey and the Monster from Hell

The nosebleed epidemic claims a distinguished victim, and the Legz Akimbo Theatre Company misjudge the public mood.

U&Dave channel logo 2:55am (repeat)
Uncle. Image shows from L to R: Errol (Elliot Speller-Gillott), Andy (Nick Helm), Blake (Liam Williams). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Uncle

Series 2, Episode 6

Andy is suffering from a string of bad news and the threat of eviction. The tables turn when he receives a surprise cheque in the mail. Now all he needs to do is cash it and pay his landlord in the next three hours, while keeping Errol busy as Sam plans a surprise birthday party. But the universe might have other ideas...

Comedy Central Extra 3am (repeat)
Drunk History. John Logie Baird (Paul Kaye). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Drunk History

Series 3, Episode 7

Jamie Laing and Paul Kaye star in Tom Parry's trollied take on John Logie Baird's big invention, while Stephen Mangan is in the trenches for Rick Edwards' story of the Christmas Truce.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 3:10am (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 14, Episode 5

This week, Jon Richardson is joined by Holly Walsh and rapper Example, whilst Sean Lock has actor John Hannah and Canadian comic Bobby Mair on his team.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20am (repeat)
Harry Hill's TV Burp. Harry Hill. Copyright: Avalon Television

Harry Hill's TV Burp

Series 11, Highlights Special - The Best Of TV Burp 22

Clips include Harry regaling viewers with an old Spandau Ballet hit with the help of Tony Robinson, a look at what Autumnwatch would be like in 3D and Harry going on Nick Baker's trail all the way to Mexico on the hunt for more weird creatures.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30am (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Be Prepared

Episode 4 - Girl Guides And Caves

Could Miles have found love with a local Girl Guide leader? A weekend camp proves fateful for the troop.

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

Bookcases

Episode 2.2, Great Expectations: Primus aspires to be Charles Dickens' new publisher and rescue the firm from bankruptcy.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
Simon Evans Goes To Market. Simon Evans. Copyright: BBC

Simon Evans Goes To Market

Series 5, Episode 3 - John Maynard Keynes

Simon Evans and Tim Harford examine the work of John Maynard Keynes, and reflect on how his influence continues to shape the world today.

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