British Comedy Guide

Schedule Thursday 18th July 2019

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

Twirlywoos

Series 2, Episode 4 - Inside

The Twirlywoos see a man putting something inside his tent, and they get carried away putting more and more things inside. Meanwhile, Peekaboo has managed to get stuck inside the teapot. Can Peekaboo get out without being spotted by the Twirlywoos?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
PCSO Hat

Hobby Bobbies

Series 2, Episode 2 - Vice

The tiny Haling police force is thrown into confusion when the Guv orders a crackdown on vice in their patch. Can social media help unveil the mysterious Big Brenda?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:10am (repeat)
A Sharp Intake Of Breath. Peter Barnes (David Jason). Copyright: Associated Television

A Sharp Intake Of Breath

Pilot, Episode 1 - A Sharp Intake Of Breath

Sheila fancies having a small porch added to the back door off the kitchen, so calls in a local builder. Peter heads off to see his bank manager for a loan to cover the quote...

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

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 17 - Jurassic Bark

Gnasher finds a Gnashersaurus rex thigh bone while digging in Beanotown Park!

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

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 11 - Big Trouble In Little Clowntown

When Professor Squawkencluck's Seriousizer ray is nabbed by Pompom, Danger Mouse teams up with his clown-shaped Bozorian equivalent, Cupcake.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Terry Alderton. Copyright: Dabster Productions

Terry Alderton's Whole Half Hour

Surreal stand-up and sketches from Terry Alderton.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:35am (repeat)
A Sharp Intake Of Breath. Peter Barnes (David Jason). Copyright: Associated Television

A Sharp Intake Of Breath

Series 1, Episode 2 - Happy Motoring

The car won't start, which is doubly frustrating as Peter not only has places to go, but also give Sheila a driving lesson. Typically, it turns out to be rather expensive a repair.

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

Bitz & Bob

Series 2, Episode 16 - The Frog Log Bridge

During a game of Follow the Leader on Far Away Island, Bitz and Bob bump into Ranger Bevel, who is helping guide some frogs to water.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8am (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 2, Episode 3 - Bothered And Bewildered

Boycie decides his staff need to work harder and vows to sack the next employee he catches slacking. Mrs Cakeworthy is the first out the door, but she soon has her boss regretting her decision when the Londoner learns she is a witch. Elsewhere, Tyler has his own problems - he is traumatised by the school art class.

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

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 13 - Lake Titicaca, South America

What goes up must come down! Grandmaster Glitch lands with a splash in Lake Titicaca.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
Brothers In Law. Roger Thursby (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Brothers In Law

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Expert Witness

Faced with a case involving osteoarthritis, rookie barrister Roger Thursby must bone up on his medical knowledge.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
The Goon Show. Image shows from L to R: Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers, Harry Secombe. Copyright: BBC

The Goon Show

Series 9, Episode 15 - The Tay Bridge

On Scotland's crab-ridden shores, Neddie Seagoon is bridging a gap.

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 5 - Robert's Book

Robert is trying to read a book, but Justin and Little Monster really want him to play with them instead.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40am (repeat)
You Rang, M'Lord?. Image shows from L to R: Ivy Teasdale (Su Pollard), Alfred 'Alf' Stokes (Paul Shane). Copyright: BBC

You Rang, M'Lord?

Series 3, Episode 5 - Gretna Green Or Bust

Poppy and Dickie Metcalf decide to elope to Gretna Green - in a stolen car. The rest of the household try to stop them and follow in hot pursuit.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8:50am (repeat)
On The Buses. Olive (Anna Karen). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 7, Episode 10 - What The Stars Foretell

The Butler household is thrown into chaos when the stars foretell marital success for Mum and Olive - and they both set their eyes on Blakey! Meanwhile, the Luxton & District is being subsumed into a national company, so change is afoot at the depot.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:50am (repeat)
The Zoo

The Zoo

Series 1, Episode 9 - Going Ape

Naomi the grey gibbon and Gambira the orangutan share and island but famously don't get on. Naomi likes everything to be clean and tidy, while Gambira is messy with poor personal hygiene. Everyday they shout and chase each other - until one day Naomi mysteriously disappears. At first, Gambira can't believe her luck - she finally has the place to herself without her bossy roommate, but then Jurgen the gorilla decides he's moving in and Gambira begins to miss her old island buddy. Was Naomi really that bad?

CITV 8:55am (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.

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

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 20 - The New Poster

Richard is set to lose his job if business doesn't improve. Sooty and Sweep decide to make some new posters to advertise Slater's Holidays - but this means tricking Richard into having his photograph taken at the worst possible moment. What will the guests think of the disastrous results?

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 9:25am (repeat)
On The Buses. Olive (Anna Karen). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 7, Episode 11 - The Allowance

A new clippie arrives at the depot, but she is no ordinary woman! A committed feminist, it's not long before Jack's turned her to his advantage in the never-ending war against the Inspector, as all the clippies demand extra pay for public convenience visits on their routes.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 3, Episode 19 - More About Faster And Faster

The Twirlywoos watch a man practising his tennis strokes using a machine to shoot the balls to him.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
Bristow. Copyright: BBC

Bristow

Series 2, Episode 4 - The Girl in the Yellow Overcoat

It's the Chester-Perry office party and Jones thinks all his Christmases have come at once.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40am (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 20th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

Talking Pictures TV 9:55am (repeat)
The Final Test

The Final Test

Cricket comedy.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9:55am (repeat)
Millie Inbetween. Millie (Millie Innes). Copyright: The Foundation

Millie Inbetween

Series 1, Episode 9 - Mobile Wars

Lauren's new smartphone is driving everyone mad. But when Mike finally confiscates it, it goes missing and turns up in Millie's room. She's accused of stealing it, but although she knows she's innocent, she needs to prove it. Dad has to look after Fran and Jake, and he gives them a bit too much freedom to explore their creativity.

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 11, Episode 4 - There Goes The Bride

Auntie announces her engagement and Simon faces the prospect of having a new uncle. Wedding plans are soon under way and it is up to Simon to offer Auntie advice.

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 2, Episode 1 - Jumble Pie

George's budgie Oscar has died. However, Mildred's busy sorting out unwanted items for the vicar's jumble sale.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:20am (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Gemma Whelan, Ryan Sampson, Tom Stourton

Horrible Histories

A selection of episodes from the fifth series of the children's sketch show.

Forces TV 10:30am (repeat)
Keep It In The Family. Image shows from L to R: Muriel Rush (Pauline Yates), Dudley Rush (Robert Gillespie). Copyright: Thames Television

Keep It In The Family

Series 3, Episode 3 - A Game Of No Chance

Duncan wins a car at the local fete and seems set for a happy holiday.

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

Get Some In!

Series 4, Episode 6

The results are in, and with them a new set of postings. Marsh is initially due to join three of the boys in Malta with Leckie sent to Germany, but they're not keen on the arrangement.

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

Get Some In!

Series 5, Episode 1

After just a week in Malta, Leckie, Ken, Lilley and Jakey are dismayed to find themselves re-posted back to Britain, and into the welcoming bosom of RAF Hospital Druidswater.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40am (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 5, Episode 7

Hyacinth is excited to learn that Emmet is rehearsing for an amateur musical. Daisy is growing increasingly frustrated at Onslow's lack of romantic interest - and he vice versa!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
Brothers In Law. Roger Thursby (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Brothers In Law

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Expert Witness

Faced with a case involving osteoarthritis, rookie barrister Roger Thursby must bone up on his medical knowledge.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20pm (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 2, Episode 3 - Bothered And Bewildered

Boycie decides his staff need to work harder and vows to sack the next employee he catches slacking. Mrs Cakeworthy is the first out the door, but she soon has her boss regretting her decision when the Londoner learns she is a witch. Elsewhere, Tyler has his own problems - he is traumatised by the school art class.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
The Goon Show. Image shows from L to R: Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers, Harry Secombe. Copyright: BBC

The Goon Show

Series 9, Episode 15 - The Tay Bridge

On Scotland's crab-ridden shores, Neddie Seagoon is bridging a gap.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1pm (repeat)
Are You Being Served?. Image shows from L to R: Mrs. Betty Slocombe (Mollie Sugden), Miss Shirley Brahms (Wendy Richard), Mr. Dick Lucas (Trevor Bannister), Mr. Cuthbert Rumbold (Nicholas Smith), Mr. Mash (Larry Martyn), Mr. Ernest Grainger (Arthur Brough), Mr. Wilberforce Humphries (John Inman), Captain Stephen Peacock (Frank Thornton). Copyright: BBC

Are You Being Served?

Series 4, Episode 5 - Fifty Years On

Mrs. Slocombe's birthday is coming up and the staff have three dilemmas: how old is she, what to get her, and what her first name is for the Happy Birthday song?

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:35pm (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 4, Episode 9 - More About Joining Up

The Twirlywoos find themselves in an office watching a very bored man who is entertaining himself by joining up some paperclips.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:40pm (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 4 - Moods

Twinkle's worried she's pregnant, and everyone else is in a bad mood for their own reasons. Philippa decides the best way of cheering everyone up is to organise a tea party to bring their mothers along for.

Radio 4 2:15pm (repeat)
Josie Long. Copyright: Idil Sukan

Dangerous Visions: Perimeter

Dystopian comedy about an increasingly divided society written by and starring Josie Long and Liam Williams.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:20pm (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

Series 3, Episode 1 - "An Errand Boy By The Ear"

Arkwright's baffled when his customers get upset with his treatment of Granville. Surely, "it's what errand boys are for".

Talking Pictures TV 2:30pm (repeat)
John And Julie. Image shows from L to R: Julie (Lesley Dudley), John (Colin Gibson)

John And Julie

Comedy starring Sid James and Peter Sellers, following the adventures of two small children who run off to watch the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II.

London Live 2:45pm (repeat)
Wonderful Things!

Wonderful Things!

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

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason), Grandad (Lennard Pearce). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 3, Episode 5 - May The Force Be With You

When Rodney meets an old friend of Del's in the pub, he is duped into taking him back to the Trotter's flat: as Del is showing Grandad a new 'hookie' microwave he has acquired, he is re-acquainted with Detective Slater. The family are arrested and a stand-off situation develops after they all give false statements - until Del surprises everyone...

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:10pm (repeat)
The Zoo

The Zoo

Series 2, Episode 12 - Who's Ze Boss

When news breaks that senior head keeper Matt is leaving the zoo, the search begins for the new boss.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:20pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 2, Episode 36 - Shaun Goes Potty

The farm takes delivery of a brand new pool table. Before the farmer can take it indoors, Bitzer and the flock have a game, with disastrous cloth-ripping consequences. They must repair the damage before the farmer finds out.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:30pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 17 - Jurassic Bark

Gnasher finds a Gnashersaurus rex thigh bone while digging in Beanotown Park!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:40pm (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 20th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

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

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 12 - Periscope Peril

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

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:55pm (repeat)
Diddy TV. Copyright: BBC

Diddy TV

Series 2, Episode 6 - Mr Choosy

More posh cat drama in Downton Moggy and 'live' nature coverage in Guffwatch.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:10pm (repeat)
Danny & Mick. Image shows from L to R: Danny (Danny Adams), Mick (Mick Potts). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Danny & Mick

Series 2, Episode 9 - Ghost Thief

Stuff is going missing in the leisure centre so Danny and Mick decide to spend the night keeping guard. Can they control their fear and catch the thief? Of course not!

U&Drama channel logo 4:20pm (repeat)
Auf Wiedersehen, Pet

Auf Wiedersehen, Pet

Series 4, Episode 5 - Dangerous Liaisons

Comedy drama about a group of builders who flee overseas in search of work.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30pm (repeat)
Bristow. Copyright: BBC

Bristow

Series 2, Episode 4 - The Girl in the Yellow Overcoat

It's the Chester-Perry office party and Jones thinks all his Christmases have come at once.

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

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 13 - Lake Titicaca, South America

What goes up must come down! Grandmaster Glitch lands with a splash in Lake Titicaca.

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

Gigglebiz

Series 4, Episode 8

The Berrito Brothers test their strength, and Keith Fitt demonstrates swimming strokes in the studio.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
Terry Alderton. Copyright: Dabster Productions

Terry Alderton's Whole Half Hour

Surreal stand-up and sketches from Terry Alderton.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
PCSO Hat

Hobby Bobbies

Series 2, Episode 2 - Vice

The tiny Haling police force is thrown into confusion when the Guv orders a crackdown on vice in their patch. Can social media help unveil the mysterious Big Brenda?

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 4, Episode 12 - Okey-Cokey-Karaoke

As it remains their only change of going on holiday, Sharon and Tracey participate in a karaoke competition.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:40pm (repeat)
Are You Being Served?. Image shows from L to R: Mrs. Betty Slocombe (Mollie Sugden), Miss Shirley Brahms (Wendy Richard), Mr. Dick Lucas (Trevor Bannister), Mr. Cuthbert Rumbold (Nicholas Smith), Mr. Mash (Larry Martyn), Mr. Ernest Grainger (Arthur Brough), Mr. Wilberforce Humphries (John Inman), Captain Stephen Peacock (Frank Thornton). Copyright: BBC

Are You Being Served?

Series 4, Episode 5 - Fifty Years On

Mrs. Slocombe's birthday is coming up and the staff have three dilemmas: how old is she, what to get her, and what her first name is for the Happy Birthday song?

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

Get Some In!

Series 2, Episode 6

The food being served up in the camp canteen continues getting worse and worse, as Cook-Corporal Jenner runs a side-line in offloading as much as possible to line his own pocket. C Flight decide to take a stand.

Forces TV 6pm (repeat)
Keep It In The Family. Image shows from L to R: Muriel Rush (Pauline Yates), Dudley Rush (Robert Gillespie). Copyright: Thames Television

Keep It In The Family

Series 3, Episode 3 - A Game Of No Chance

Duncan wins a car at the local fete and seems set for a happy holiday.

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (repeat)
'Allo 'Allo!. Image shows from L to R: Edith Melba Artois (Carmen Silvera), René François Artois (Gorden Kaye), Yvette Carte-Blanche (Vicki Michelle). Copyright: BBC

'Allo 'Allo!

Series 4, Episode 2 - Camp Dance

Whilst Edith, René, Yvette and the Colonel manage to make their escape from the camp (hiding in a rubbish truck, with Gruber's help), Maria has managed to post herself to Switzerland. Hans has also disappeared following his successful breakout; where could he have got to?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 6pm (repeat)
Good Omens. Image shows from L to R: Crowley (Peter Serafinowicz), Aziraphale (Mark Heap). Copyright: BBC

Good Omens

Episode 4

Newt and Anathema try to decipher Agnes's cryptic riddles, Aziraphale and Crowley receive visits from the Angelic and Demonic authorities, and Adam begins to formulate some plans.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:20pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 5, Episode 7

Hyacinth is excited to learn that Emmet is rehearsing for an amateur musical. Daisy is growing increasingly frustrated at Onslow's lack of romantic interest - and he vice versa!

CITV 6:25pm (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.

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 11, Episode 4 - There Goes The Bride

Auntie announces her engagement and Simon faces the prospect of having a new uncle. Wedding plans are soon under way and it is up to Simon to offer Auntie advice.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Andrew Maxwell

Welcome To Wherever You Are

Series 2, Episode 1

This episode features acts from Australia, South Africa and Sweden (via New Zealand).

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 7, Episode 6 - The Old Folks' Party

Jean has been helping out in the local Help The Aged charity shop, but Lionel is reluctant to part with his belongings. She soon has a much more practical idea to help.

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 and sixth series of the time travel sitcom.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Sir Walter Raleigh (Simon Jones). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Blackadder II, Episode 3 - Potato

When Sir Walter Raleigh returns to England's fair shore bringing luxuries such as the potato, the Queen falls in love with the explorers' dream. Edmund merely falls in love with the idea of fame, and of getting one over on the smug git, and so charters his own ship...

U&Dave channel logo 7pm
60 min version
(repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Jo Brand

Have I Got News For You

Series 54, Episode 5

Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Jo Brand and guest panellists Miles Jupp and Quentin Letts.

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

Horrible Histories

Series 4, Episode 1

Dick Whittington pitches a movie about his life, Stone Age technology geeks queue for hours at the unveiling of the Bronze Age and some German bomber pilots find an unfortunate use for a tourist guidebook to Britain.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
Brothers In Law. Roger Thursby (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Brothers In Law

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Expert Witness

Faced with a case involving osteoarthritis, rookie barrister Roger Thursby must bone up on his medical knowledge.

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 14, Episode 5 - Ordeal By Trousers

Compo recalls an old schoolboy custom which will prove if Foggy's war stories are true or not.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
The Goon Show. Image shows from L to R: Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers, Harry Secombe. Copyright: BBC

The Goon Show

Series 9, Episode 15 - The Tay Bridge

On Scotland's crab-ridden shores, Neddie Seagoon is bridging a gap.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (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

Series 3, Episode 1 - "An Errand Boy By The Ear"

Arkwright's baffled when his customers get upset with his treatment of Granville. Surely, "it's what errand boys are for".

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
U&Dave channel logo 8pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Jo Brand, Stephen Fry, Brendan O'Carroll, Phill Jupitus. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series K, Christmas Special - Kris Kringle

With Jo Brand, Phill Jupitus and Brendan O'Carroll.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason), Grandad (Lennard Pearce). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 3, Episode 5 - May The Force Be With You

When Rodney meets an old friend of Del's in the pub, he is duped into taking him back to the Trotter's flat: as Del is showing Grandad a new 'hookie' microwave he has acquired, he is re-acquainted with Detective Slater. The family are arrested and a stand-off situation develops after they all give false statements - until Del surprises everyone...

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:30pm (repeat)
So Awkward. Image shows from L to R: Martha Fitzgerald (Sophia Dall'Aglio), Lily Hampton (Cleo Demetriou), Jas Salford (Ameerah Falzon-Ojo). Copyright: Channel X North

So Awkward

Series 2, Episode 12 - Eye Contact

When Lily is mistakenly led to believe by Jas that Matt is emigrating to Australia she is distraught that he hasn't even told her he's leaving.

U&Yesterday channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

A selection of episodes from the second series of the prison-based sitcom.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (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 4 - Moods

Twinkle's worried she's pregnant, and everyone else is in a bad mood for their own reasons. Philippa decides the best way of cheering everyone up is to organise a tea party to bring their mothers along for.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Sean Lock, Henning Wehn, Joe Wilkinson, Jimmy Carr, Roisin Conaty, Jon Richardson, Nick Helm, Holly Willoughby. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 16, Christmas Special

Jimmy Carr oversees the disputes and deliberations on the festive topics that set the great British public's chins wagging. Jon Richardson and Sean Lock are joined by Holly Willoughby, Henning Wehn, Alan Davies, Nick Helm, Roisin Conaty and Joe Wilkinson.

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

Live At The Apollo

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

Jason Manford presents special guests Chris Ramsey and Doc Brown.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Percy (Tim McInnerny). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Blackadder II, Episode 4 - Money

Blackadder is facing money troubles - or, as he puts it, 'cashflow problems' - that are far from helped when the notorious baby-eating Bishop of Bath and Wells arrives to call in a thousand-pound debt.

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

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 13 (Channel 4: Series 14), Episode 3

In this show, captain Jon Richardson and Jason Manford take on guest captain Alan Carr and Katherine Ryan. Ivan Brackenbury joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Rachel Riley takes care of the letters and numbers.

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
Vic & Bob's Big Night Out. Image shows from L to R: Bob Mortimer, Vic Reeves. Copyright: BBC

Vic & Bob's Big Night Out

Series 1, Episode 2

Vic debuts his new act for the Royal Variety Performance much to Bob's amazement and the pair of them embark on a ghost hunting experience in a disused toilet.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Judge Romesh. Copyright: Hungry Bear Media

Judge Romesh

Series 1, Episode 3

This episode sees the most shocking case yet as two friends fight over money, girls and with the Judge! Plus a sister brings her brother to court after his meddling in her love life led to public humiliation.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
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Terry Alderton's Whole Half Hour

Surreal stand-up and sketches from Terry Alderton.

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35 min
Shopping With Keith Lemon. Image shows from L to R: Katherine Ryan, Leigh Francis

Shopping With Keith Lemon

Series 1, Episode 7 - Nick Grimshaw & Katherine Ryan

Keith accompanies DJ Nick Grimshaw on his weekly food shop and helps comedian Katherine Ryan buy a few things for her new house, while also chatting about their lives and careers.

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The Office. Image shows from L to R: Gareth Keenan (Mackenzie Crook), David Brent (Ricky Gervais). Copyright: BBC

The Office

Series 1, Episode 4 - Training

To fend off the increasing staff disillusionment a Training Day has been scheduled. Dawn's engagement to Lee is on the rocks and Tim begins to think that he may at last have a chance with her. In this great episode David hinders the productivity of the training expert and gives the staff some musical inspiration.

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The Thick Of It

Series 3, Episode 6

With the Prime Minister away at a summit in Spain, Malcolm Tucker is left at home to mind the shop.

U&Dave channel logo 10:30pm (repeat)
Judge Romesh. Court Bailiff (Tom Davis). Copyright: Hungry Bear Media

Judge Romesh

Series 1, Episode 4

This episode sees the world of celebrity step in to the court as Blue stars Duncan James and Anthony Costa clash over the rightful ownership of a Brit Award. And a passionate brother and sister come to boiling point over some pooey property.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Richard Marsh: Cardboard Heart. Image shows from L to R: Louise (Jemima Rooper), Goadsby (Rebecca Scroggs), Will (Richard Marsh), Beast (Russell Tovey), Vicky (Olivia Poulet), Colin (Sam Troughton), Rog (Phil Daniels). Copyright: Lucky Giant

Richard Marsh: Cardboard Heart

Episode 4 - Wedding

Will's asked to be best man at a wedding. As a man who spends every day writing heartfelt sentiments, the speech is easy - Will's used to writing other people's feelings. It's much harder to confront his own.

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The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Simon Cooper (Joe Thomas), Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird), Neil Sutherland (Blake Harrison), Jay Cartwright (James Buckley). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Series 3, Episode 2 - The Gig And The Girlfriend

Simon is chasing a fit girl in the year below, so to impress her, he goes to his first gig since his mum took him to see Take That at Wembley Arena. Will, Jay and Neil tag along and pretty much ruin Simon's chances, but thankfully the bouncers are nice enough.

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Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor), Jonny Keogh (Ralf Little), Janet (Sheridan Smith), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Louise (Kathryn Drysdale). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 5, Episode 4 - Ecuador

Jonny's new car gets him into trouble with women. After confronting Janet, Donna plans her revenge on Gaz for his infidelity. Louise resorts to underhand tactics as she seeks forgiveness from Jonny for getting him shot by the police.

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Fonejacker

Series 1, Episode 1

Fonejacker is a man addicted to prank telephone calls, taking on various guises to satisfy his need to scam and confuse anyone at the end of the phone.

Mr Doovdé enquiring about DFS and Terry Tibbs is looking to buy a Maserati 3200.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm
60 min version
(repeat)
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QI

Series K, Episode 15 - Kitsch

With Jimmy Carr, Reginald D. Hunter and Sue Perkins.

Radio 4 11pm
30 min
Sarah Millican

Elephant In The Room

Series 1, Episode 4

Sarah Millican hosts this game show which uses national surveys to find out which of its panellists is closest to, and furthest from, the average British person in a series of different subjects.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Lemn Sissay

Lemn Sissay's Homecoming

Episode 2

Lemn Sissay explores the nature of home through comedy, poetry and conversation in front of an audience in his adopted home of London.

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Agatha Raisin. Image shows from L to R: Agatha Raisin (Ashley Jensen), Johnny Shawpart (James Lance)

Agatha Raisin

Series 2, Episode 1 - The Wizard Of Evesham - Part 1

Returning to the quaint hamlet after a spell away, Agatha is embroiled in another mystery when her arrogant but brilliant hair stylist, dubbed "The Wizard of Evesham", becomes the centre of a maelstrom involving blackmail, conspiracy and murder.

Forces TV 11:05pm (repeat)
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Never The Twain

Series 11, Episode 4 - There Goes The Bride

Auntie announces her engagement and Simon faces the prospect of having a new uncle. Wedding plans are soon under way and it is up to Simon to offer Auntie advice.

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The Inbetweeners

Series 3, Episode 3 - Will's Dilemma

Simon and his new girlfriend Tara go on a double date with Will and her friend Kerry.

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Fonejacker. The Fonejacker (Kayvan Novak). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Fonejacker

Series 1, Episode 2

Irish Mike represents more inappropriately named companies and the Chinese Gang enquire about bringing a film crew into the cinema to film the film.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
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Two Episodes Of Mash

Series 2, Episode 4

Diane, Joe and David have to do 30 minutes of community service as punishment for their crimes against radio. Aled Jones is their probation officer and he has a list of things they have to do before the end of the show. At least, that's what he says...

Forces TV 11:40pm (repeat)
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Keep It In The Family

Series 3, Episode 3 - A Game Of No Chance

Duncan wins a car at the local fete and seems set for a happy holiday.

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I'm Alan Partridge

Series 1, Episode 1 - A Room With An Alan

Despite being reduced to living in a roadside motel and presenting an early-morning programme on Radio Norwich, Alan still dreams of launching a new show on the BBC. However, his meeting with chief commissioner Tony Hayers does not run smoothly.

London Live Midnight (repeat)
London Live

12 In A Box

Comedy starring Miranda Hart and Katy Wix.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight (repeat)
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Mock The Week

Series 14, Episode 7

Dara O Briain and the team return after the summer break. Featuring guests Ed Gamble, Milton Jones, Katherine Ryan and Josh Widdicombe.

BBC Radio 4 Extra Midnight (repeat)
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Good Omens

Episode 4

Newt and Anathema try to decipher Agnes's cryptic riddles, Aziraphale and Crowley receive visits from the Angelic and Demonic authorities, and Adam begins to formulate some plans.

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Agatha Raisin

Series 2, Episode 2 - The Wizard Of Evesham - Part 2

The beauty salon case continues for Agatha as she digs deeper into her charming hairstylist's supposed crimes.

Forces TV 12:10am (repeat)
Get Some In!. Cpl. Percy Marsh (Tony Selby). Copyright: Thames Television

Get Some In!

Series 4, Episode 6

The results are in, and with them a new set of postings. Marsh is initially due to join three of the boys in Malta with Leckie sent to Germany, but they're not keen on the arrangement.

Comedy Central 12:15am (repeat)
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The Ricky Gervais Show

Series 1, Episode 11

Storylines from this episode include: Valentine's Day; Karl's pulling techniques; fish vs. humans; and the final Monkey News.

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Smack The Pony

Series 1, Episode 5

What happens when a surgeon pushes boundaries of medical science? Having something on one's face at a party can really escalate. Nobody likes a partner who has the audacity to sleep when you can't.

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Hey Tracey!. Image shows from L to R: Lady Leshurr, Roman Kemp, Megan Barton-Hanson, Joel Dommett, Shahid Khan, Melody Thornton, Stephen Bear

Hey Tracey!

Series 1, Episode 5

Joel Dommett is joined by Megan Barton Hanson, Roman Kemp, Lady Leshurr, Stephen Bear, Naughty Boy and Melody Thornton making cold calls to businesses to try to get the answers to quiz questions and win money for members of the public.

Comedy Central Extra 12:30am (repeat)
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Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 4, Episode 3 - Katherine Ryan At The Comedy Store

This episode is hosted by Katherine Ryan and stars Elliot Steel, Tom Allen and John Robins.

Forces TV 12:40am (repeat)
Get Some In!. Cpl. Percy Marsh (Tony Selby). Copyright: Thames Television

Get Some In!

Series 5, Episode 1

After just a week in Malta, Leckie, Ken, Lilley and Jakey are dismayed to find themselves re-posted back to Britain, and into the welcoming bosom of RAF Hospital Druidswater.

U&Dave channel logo 12:40am
55 min version
(repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Victoria Coren Mitchell

Have I Got News For You

Series 54, Episode 6

Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Victoria Coren Mitchell and guest panellists Sara Pascoe and Henry Blofeld.

Comedy Central 12:45am (repeat)
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The Ricky Gervais Show

Series 1, Episode 12

Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant and Karl Pilkington cover a range of pointless topics including a questionnaire, organ donation and slippers.

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The Office. Image shows from L to R: Gareth Keenan (Mackenzie Crook), David Brent (Ricky Gervais). Copyright: BBC

The Office

Series 1, Episode 4 - Training

To fend off the increasing staff disillusionment a Training Day has been scheduled. Dawn's engagement to Lee is on the rocks and Tim begins to think that he may at last have a chance with her. In this great episode David hinders the productivity of the training expert and gives the staff some musical inspiration.

Comedy Central Extra 1am (repeat)
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Russell Howard's Good News

Series 9, Episode 5

Russell looks at landing a probe on a comet, Kim Kardashian's attempt to break the internet and a loose tiger in Paris.

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Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor), Jonny Keogh (Ralf Little), Janet (Sheridan Smith), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Louise (Kathryn Drysdale). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 5, Episode 4 - Ecuador

Jonny's new car gets him into trouble with women. After confronting Janet, Donna plans her revenge on Gaz for his infidelity. Louise resorts to underhand tactics as she seeks forgiveness from Jonny for getting him shot by the police.

Comedy Central Extra 1:35am (repeat)
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Russell Howard's Good News

Series 9, Episode 6

Russell looks at UKIP getting another MP, immigration, Paddington Bear and um, names for female masturbation...

U&Dave channel logo 1:35am
65 min version
(repeat)
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Live At The Apollo

Series 10, Episode 3 - Frankie Boyle, Simon Evans, Aisling Bea

Frankie Boyle hosts, with performers Simon Evans and Aisling Bea.

Talking Pictures TV 2:10am (repeat)
Encore

Encore

A repeat of this 1951 film.

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Henry IX. Image shows from L to R: Serena (Kara Tointon), King Henry (Charles Edwards)

Henry IX

Episode 1 - Reigned In

Henry's snap decision to abdicate sends shockwaves through the Royal household, who close ranks in their efforts to make the King see sense.

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Judge Romesh. Copyright: Hungry Bear Media

Judge Romesh

Series 1, Episode 3

This episode sees the most shocking case yet as two friends fight over money, girls and with the Judge! Plus a sister brings her brother to court after his meddling in her love life led to public humiliation.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:50am (repeat)
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Harry Hill's TV Burp

Series 11, Highlights Special - The Best Of TV Burp 19

Another rollicking, rip-roaring ride through TV Burps past, as your favourite big-collared telly critic presents more of the funniest moments from previous series.

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Judge Romesh. Court Bailiff (Tom Davis). Copyright: Hungry Bear Media

Judge Romesh

Series 1, Episode 4

This episode sees the world of celebrity step in to the court as Blue stars Duncan James and Anthony Costa clash over the rightful ownership of a Brit Award. And a passionate brother and sister come to boiling point over some pooey property.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:15am (repeat)
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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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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Mock The Week

Series 14, Episode 8

Featuring guests Ed Byrne, Nathan Caton, Ed Gamble and Sara Pascoe.

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

Series 2, Episode 4 - The Girl in the Yellow Overcoat

It's the Chester-Perry office party and Jones thinks all his Christmases have come at once.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
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Hobby Bobbies

Series 2, Episode 2 - Vice

The tiny Haling police force is thrown into confusion when the Guv orders a crackdown on vice in their patch. Can social media help unveil the mysterious Big Brenda?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
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Terry Alderton's Whole Half Hour

Surreal stand-up and sketches from Terry Alderton.

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