British Comedy Guide

Schedule Sunday 21st July 2019

Talking Pictures TV 6am (repeat)
It's A Wonderful World. Image shows from L to R: Ken Millar (George Cole), Ray Thompson (Terence Morgan). Copyright: Renown Pictures

It's A Wonderful World

Two struggling composers hit on a novel way of producing music - backwards.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:10am (repeat)
Lucky Feller. Bernard 'Shorty' Mepstead (David Jason). Copyright: London Weekend Television

Lucky Feller

Episode 8 - The Families Meet

In high excitement, Shorty Mepstead has asked Kath and her parents to Sunday dinner. He plans to make a Very Important Announcement...

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:15am (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 2, Episode 14 - Hide And Squeak

The Farmer is terrorised when a cute mouse appears in the farmhouse and Pidsley the cat is ordered to dispose of the rodent. When the mouse takes refuge in Shaun's fleece, the flock persuade him to protect their new friend from the pitiless cat.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 14 - Roll Of The Mice

The last thing DM would normally want to do is play a boring board game, but when one arrives in the post, it releases knockout gas and he's surprised to wake up in the town of Greenback.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Keep Calman Carry On. Susan Calman. Copyright: BBC

Keep Calman Carry On

Series 1, Episode 2

Susan Calman goes hillwalking with Muriel Gray.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:35am (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 20 - Why So Clonely

Dennis accidentally clones himself and uses his exact opposite clone to do all his chores and abide by the rules at school. All is going to plan until Walter realises what has happened and unleashes a clone cat army on the den!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40am (repeat)
A Sharp Intake Of Breath. Peter Barnes (David Jason). Copyright: Associated Television

A Sharp Intake Of Breath

Series 1, Episode 3 - Somewhere In The Sun

What could be easier than booking a summer holiday? As Peter is about to find out; just about anything!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:45am (repeat)
Danny & Mick. Image shows from L to R: Danny (Danny Adams), Mick (Mick Potts). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Danny & Mick

Series 2, Episode 4 - Fitness Slacker

Joy decides to keep tabs on the staff with a new fitness tracker and there is a prize for the employee who does the most steps - or the one who can cheat their way to the top.

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

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 30 - Mount Everest, Asia

Kyan wants to climb Mount Everest, but there's a giant snowball heading his way - and it's got a moustache!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8am (repeat)
Class Dismissed. Copyright: BBC

Class Dismissed

Series 2, Episode 5 - Strictly Come Teaching

Mr Christopher is searching for talent in his quest to find Dockbridge High's next top teaching assistant, and Mr Capp falls foul of one of Hillary Head's new rules.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
Whack-O!. Professor Edwards (Jimmy Edwards). Copyright: BBC

Whack-O!

The Popularity Ballot: Professor Jimmy Edwards hatches an elaborate plan to win a cash prize in a school popularity contest.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:05am (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.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:15am (repeat)
Diddy TV. Copyright: BBC

Diddy TV

Series 4, Episode 2 - Call The Didwife

There's heart-warming drama in Call the Didwife. The staff at the local sewage works learn to sing in The Choir and there's laughter galore in Diddy at the Apollo.

CITV 8:25am (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.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:25am (repeat)
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 2, Episode 9 - Snowy Sneezy Goat Gala

It's time for the Snowy Goat Gala on High Snowy Mountain.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
Ray's A Laugh

Ray's A Laugh

When Kitty enters a dress-making competition, she ends up with more than just one dummy.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40am (repeat)
Miranda. Image shows from L to R: Gary (Tom Ellis), Penny (Patricia Hodge), Miranda (Miranda Hart), Stevie (Sarah Hadland), Clive (James Holmes). Copyright: BBC

Miranda

Series 1, Episode 5 - Excuse

Penny decides to throw a Pride And Prejudice party in a bid to introduce Miranda to some eligible young men.

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

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 23 - Run Rabbit Run

Richard is nervous when he finds out the park is due for an inspection. Sooty builds a robot to help him tidy, and everything is soon spotless - if only Soo's rabbit wasn't on the loose.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20am (repeat)
Miranda. Image shows from L to R: Gary (Tom Ellis), Penny (Patricia Hodge), Miranda (Miranda Hart), Stevie (Sarah Hadland), Clive (James Holmes). Copyright: BBC

Miranda

Series 1, Episode 6 - Dog

The discovery of a handsome stranger's lost wallet in the shop prompts one of Miranda and Stevie's infamous competitions.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10am (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

A selection of 12 episodes from the David Jason sitcom.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 10:05am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 31 - Loch Ness, Scotland

The Go Jetters visit Loch Ness in Scotland. But when Glitch arrives, things soon go from Nessie to messy.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 10:30am (repeat)
Justin's House. Image shows from L to R: Justin (Justin Fletcher), Little Monster, Robert the Robert (Steven Kynman). Copyright: BBC

Justin's House

Series 4, Episode 9 - Justin's Comet

Justin and Robert are having a stargazing party to watch the rare Justin's Comet, which is passing over Justin Town for the first time in a gazillion years. They set up a massive telescope so everybody can witness the event together.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:20am (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Laurence Rickard, Ben Willbond, Martha Howe-Douglas, Mathew Baynton, Jim Howick, Simon Farnaby. Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 5, Episode 5

Famous monk St Augustine struggles to introduce Christianity to Saxon England, Stuart diarist Samuel Pepys annoys the smartest men in Britain, we witness a daring escape from the Tower of London, and we find that Joan of Arc's story is quite an unusual one for a teenage girl.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 11:25am (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 3, Episode 7 - Waffle Needs Quiet Time

Waffle learns that reading can be just as much fun as noisy maze games.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 11:50am (repeat)
Little Roy. Copyright: JAM Media

Little Roy

Series 1, Episode 8 - Let's Rock, Little Roy

Roy's got soul! He has music pouring out of him, literally.

Radio 4 12pm (repeat)
I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue logo. Copyright: BBC

I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue

Series 71, Episode 4

Coming from Coventry, joining Jack this week are Tim Brooke-Taylor, Miles Jupp, Rachel Parris and Harry Hill.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
Whack-O!. Professor Edwards (Jimmy Edwards). Copyright: BBC

Whack-O!

The Popularity Ballot: Professor Jimmy Edwards hatches an elaborate plan to win a cash prize in a school popularity contest.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
Ray's A Laugh

Ray's A Laugh

When Kitty enters a dress-making competition, she ends up with more than just one dummy.

Comedy Central 1pm (repeat)
Chalet Girl

Chalet Girl

Pretty tomboy Kim flips burgers to support herself and her dad. However, when she flukes a winter-long catering job in the Alps life changes.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 1:05pm (repeat)
Harry Hill's Alien Fun Capsule. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Amanda Barrie, Harry Hill, Samantha Janus, Michael Buerk. Copyright: Nit TV

Harry Hill's Alien Fun Capsule

Series 3, Episode 7

This time Josh Widdicombe, Amanda Barrie, Samantha Womack and Michael Buerk help Harry Hill save planet Earth from a potential alien invasion.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:50pm (repeat)
Millie Inbetween. Millie (Millie Innes). Copyright: The Foundation

Millie Inbetween

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

Talking Pictures TV 2:25pm (repeat)
Kind Hearts And Coronets. The General D'Ascoyne (Alec Guinness). Copyright: STUDIOCANAL / Ealing Studios

Kind Hearts And Coronets

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

Forces TV 3pm (repeat)
Get Some In!. Cpl. Percy Marsh (Tony Selby). Copyright: Thames Television

Get Some In!

A selection of episodes from the fourth and fifth series of the national service sitcom.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 3:05pm (repeat)
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 12 - Periscope Peril

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

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 3:35pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 8 - Venice, Italy

Grandmaster Glitch demands the Grimbots find somewhere with no cars so he can practice riding his bike without stabilisers.

U&Dave channel logo 4pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

A selection of episodes from the fourth and fifth series of the lie-based panel game.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:05pm (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 2, Episode 13 - Waffle And The Fleas

The Brooklyn-Bells call on Mrs Hobbs to persuade her not to move house, only to find that her cat, George, has fleas. They offer to help and discover a secret about Mrs Hobbs.

CITV 4:15pm (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 One Wales. Copyright: BBC 4:45pm (repeat)
Tudur's TV Flashback. Tudur Owen

TV Flashback

Series 1, Episode 3 - Animals

This time Tudur is on a quest to discover the truth about people's relationship with animals. It's a story of fat cats, excitable guinea-pigs and musical dogs, full of fascinating creatures from the nation's past.

U&W channel logo 5pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Ben (Daniel Roche), Pete (Hugh Dennis), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey), Karen (Ramona Marquez), Sue (Claire Skinner). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

A selection of episodes from the fourth series of the semi-improvised sitcom.

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

Gigglebiz

Series 5, Episode 4 - Dina Lady's Chocolate Cake

Will Singalot sings as Robin Hood chases a runaway goat, and there's a surprise in store for Mr Macdonald when Dina Lady and Tommy arrive with a chocolate cake.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5pm (repeat)
So Awkward Files. Copyright: Channel X

So Awkward Files

Episode 2 - Jas and Lily

Lily is eager to help Jas with her form. Although Jas herself just wants to eat snacks, look at puppies on the internet and see how many cushions she can balance on her head. Lily being Lily decides to take control and complete the form the way she thinks best.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Keep Calman Carry On. Susan Calman. Copyright: BBC

Keep Calman Carry On

Series 1, Episode 2

Susan Calman goes hillwalking with Muriel Gray.

Talking Pictures TV 6:30pm (repeat)
For The Love Of Ada. Image shows from L to R: Walter Bingley (Wilfred Pickles), Ada Cresswell/Bingley (Irene Handl)

For The Love Of Ada

Series 3, Episode 2 - A Sentimental Journey

Whilst Ruth and Leslie go to visit his parents in Manchester, Ada and Walter spend some time with his son and daughter-in-law. Their strained relationship makes the visit a little more difficult than Ada is happy with.

U&W channel logo 7pm (repeat)
Miranda. Image shows from L to R: Gary (Tom Ellis), Penny (Patricia Hodge), Miranda (Miranda Hart), Stevie (Sarah Hadland), Clive (James Holmes). Copyright: BBC

Miranda

A selection of episodes from the first series of the Miranda Hart sitcom.

U&Yesterday channel logo 7pm (repeat)
dinnerladies diaries. Image shows from L to R: Victoria Wood, Shobna Gulati, Anne Reid, Maxine Peake, Thelma Barlow. Copyright: UKTV

dinnerladies diaries

Episode 1 - Perfect Ingredients

In Episode One, Victoria Wood describes why she wanted to have a go at making a sitcom, and there's a look at the on-screen coupling of Thelma Barlow and Anne Reid as Dolly and Jean.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 7pm (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 2 - The Shock Of The New

After Martin's first session with psychotherapist Dr Rachel Timoney, we see he may have met his match: if anyone is going to be able to help Martin change, then Dr Timoney seems well qualified.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Queen Victoria (Sarah Hadland). Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 6, Episode 2 - Wicked William The Conqueror

Young William, Duke of Normandy, quarrels with Harold Godwinson about who should be King of England, before bashing the English and taking the crown at the famous Battle of Hastings in 1066! Meanwhile across the world, discover Chinese technology light years ahead of the dunderheaded Normans and Saxons in England, and meet one of the world's first scientists in Egypt.

Radio 4 7:15pm
30 min
The Absolutely Radio Show. Image shows from L to R: Gordon Kennedy, Moray Hunter, John Sparkes, Morwenna Banks, Pete Baikie. Copyright: ABsoLuTeLy Productions

The Absolutely Radio Show

Series 3, Episode 3

Calum Gilhooley visits his optician and makes a good point for possibly the first time ever, while the Rev McMinn saves his Minimart from chemical attack.

U&Yesterday channel logo 8pm (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!

A selection of episodes from the ninth series of the wartime sitcom.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Image shows from L to R: Private Frazer (Bill Paterson), Private Joe Walker (Daniel Mays), Corporal Jack Jones (Tom Courtenay), Sergeant Arthur Wilson (Bill Nighy), Captain George Mainwaring (Toby Jones), Private Godfrey (Michael Gambon), Private Frank Pike (Blake Harrison), Rose Winters (Catherine Zeta-Jones). Copyright: Universal Pictures / DJ Films

Dad's Army

The Walmington-on-Sea Home Guard is thrown into disarray with the arrival of a beautiful female journalist in the town.

YANGA! channel logo. 8:30pm (repeat)
Grn Scrn Gr8s

Grn Scrn Gr8s

Episode 1

Man Like Haks and Mo Real are amongst the performers this week.

YANGA! channel logo. 9pm (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 1, Episode 2 - Driving Lesson

After being sacked, Funke applies for a new job as a minicab driver. The problem is she can't drive. The only one who can teach her is her number one nemesis - Bayo. Will he teach her and will she get the job?

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm (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.

Quest 9pm
60 min
Al Murray's Great British Pub Quiz. Image shows from L to R: Andy Parsons, Shaun Williamson, Al Murray, Hugh Dennis. Copyright: Avalon Television

Al Murray's Great British Pub Quiz

Episode 14

Al, aided by barman Shaun Williamson and captains Hugh Dennis and Andy Parsons, oversees the clash between Lancashire's The Water's Edge and The Hand and Heart from Peterborough.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version
(repeat)
HIGNFY Titles. Copyright: BBC / Hat Trick Productions

Have I Got News For You

Series 33, Episode 5

Kirsty Young acts as host. With Dr. Phil Hammond on Ian's side and Bob Marshall-Andrews on Paul's.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Bubble (Jane Horrocks), Saffron (Julia Sawalha), Edina (Jennifer Saunders), Mother (June Whitfield), Patsy (Joanna Lumley). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

A repeat-run of the entire first series from the Jennifer Saunders sitcom.

YANGA! channel logo. 9:30pm (repeat)
YANGA! channel logo.

Rib Busters: Comedy Show

Episode 1

Comedy from the best African comedians in the UK.

Talking Pictures TV 10pm (repeat)
The Comedy Man

The Comedy Man

A repeat of this 1964 film.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 10pm (repeat)
Billy Connolly: Made In Scotland. Billy Connolly. Copyright: 7 Wonder

Billy Connolly: Made In Scotland

Episode 1

In British comedy there is a line in the sand - and that line is Billy Connolly. Before he found fame on an international level, British comedy was an end of the pier kind of affair. But through sheer talent and force of personality Connolly ploughed a different, and deeply personal yet universal, approach to comedy - and in doing so he changed the face of British comedy forever.

BBC Two 10pm
45 min version
(repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

All Girls Live At The Apollo, Highlights Special - Part 2

A further selection of highlights from the greatest female comedians to have appeared on Live At The Apollo.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Jon Richardson: Ultimate Worrier. Image shows from L to R: Roisin Conaty, Lucy Beaumont, Russell Howard. Copyright: Talkback

Jon Richardson: Ultimate Worrier

Series 2, Episode 3 - Leisure Time

Jon Richardson and guests Russell Howard, Roisin Conaty and Lucy Beaumont discuss, categorise and rank worries to do with leisure time - are pubs dying? What are e-sports? And does Jon have a secret fetish?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Keep Calman Carry On. Susan Calman. Copyright: BBC

Keep Calman Carry On

Series 1, Episode 2

Susan Calman goes hillwalking with Muriel Gray.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Hal Cruttenden

Hal

Series 1, Episode 4 - Fidelity

How will Hal cope with the romantic attention of new, attractive neighbour Angie?

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 11pm (repeat)
Takin' Over The Asylum. Eddie (Ken Stott). Copyright: BBC

Takin' Over The Asylum

Episode 5 - Rainy Night In Georgia

Buoyed by his accidental sales triumph at Twinview Windows, and with professional radio beckoning, Eddie's relationship with Francine starts to develop.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Taskmaster. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Avalon Television / UKTV

Taskmaster

Series 1, Episode 1 - Melon Buffet

This week the comedians have to try and paint the best picture of a horse while riding a horse. Also, expect melon-eating, bath-emptying and pop-up tents.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Cabin Pressure. Image shows from L to R: Arthur (John Finnemore), Douglas (Roger Allam), Carolyn (Stephanie Cole), Martin (Benedict Cumberbatch). Copyright: Pozzitive Productions

Cabin Pressure

Series 3, Episode 6 - St Petersburg

Some vodka and an unwary bird could spell the end of the line for MJN Air, and when Carolyn meets her ex-husband, the atmosphere turns even icier.

Comedy Central 11:05pm (repeat)
Joe Lycett: That's The Way, A-Ha A-Ha, Joe Lycett Live. Joe Lycett. Copyright: Andy Hollingworth

Joe Lycett: That's The Way, A-Ha A-Ha, Joe Lycett Live

Stand-up comedy from Joe Lycett in this TV version of his 2016 live show and DVD.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Chris Addison's Civilization

Chris Addison's Civilization

Episode 2 - Cities And Laws

What are the flaws in the urban democratic system? Continuing his journey through the vast and rich subject of civilisation, Chris Addison explains exactly what we need to create a new one.

Talking Pictures TV 11:50pm (repeat)
Last Holiday. Image shows from L to R: Mrs. Poole (Kay Walsh), George Bird (Alec Guinness)

Last Holiday

Alec Guinness-starring Ealing comedy about a man who is told he doesn't have long to live.

U&Yesterday channel logo Midnight (repeat)
dinnerladies diaries. Image shows from L to R: Victoria Wood, Shobna Gulati, Anne Reid, Maxine Peake, Thelma Barlow. Copyright: UKTV

dinnerladies diaries

Episode 1 - Perfect Ingredients

In Episode One, Victoria Wood describes why she wanted to have a go at making a sitcom, and there's a look at the on-screen coupling of Thelma Barlow and Anne Reid as Dolly and Jean.

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

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 7, Episode 4

Russell Howard returns to pore through another week's weird and wild news stories and international media events.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight
60 min version
(repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Justin Moorhouse, Hal Cruttenden, Tom Stade. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 10, Episode 5 - Hal Cruttenden, Justin Moorhouse, Tom Stade

Hal Cruttenden is in charge this week, with guest performers Justin Moorhouse and Tom Stade.

U&Dave channel logo 1am (repeat)
Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish. Dave Gorman

Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish

Series 3, Episode 5 - Negative Nancy

This week, insults and Katy Perry's American flag dresses are considered for their offensiveness, and Dave, masquerading as his own wife, sets about finding a man on Tinder.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 1am (repeat)
ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 1:05am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 2, Episode 9 - Diamonds Are A Girl's Worst Enemy

An old adversary's car mysteriously disappears while Terry is minding it.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 1:05am (repeat)
Father Ted. Image shows from L to R: Father Dougal McGuire (Ardal O'Hanlon), Father Ted Crilly (Dermot Morgan), Mrs Doyle (Pauline McLynn), Father Jack Hackett (Frank Kelly). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Father Ted

Series 3, Episode 5 - Escape From Victory

Once again, Ted's at war with Father Dick Byrne. This time, they've got rival teams in the All Priests Over 75 Indoor 5-A-Side Football Challenge, and Ted's star player has died. It looks like a forefeit is on the cards for Crilly.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:15am (repeat)
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.

Sky Atlantic logo. Copyright: Sky 1:30am (repeat)
Mid Morning Matters With Alan Partridge. Image shows from L to R: Alan Partridge (Steve Coogan), Sidekick Simon (Tim Key). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Mid Morning Matters With Alan Partridge

Series 1, Episode 6 - Turgid + Milkshake

Along with new 'banter jockey' sidekick Zoe Scott, Alan is joined in the studio by agony aunt Polly Maplin. He later opens up to Zoe about his father, and sports a rather fetching raspberry pink jacket.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:55am (repeat)
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 2 - Matthew - A Suitable Case For Treatment

Matthew can not sleep and due to him playing the Manic Street Preachers at full volume in the early hours, neither can Martin or Mandy. Alone and bored in the flat, Matthew turns his attention to the pizza delivery girl.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 2am (repeat)
Fonejacker. The Fonejacker (Kayvan Novak). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

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 2am (repeat)
Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled. Image shows from L to R: Jason Byrne, Richard Herring, Alan Davies, Phill Jupitus, Jessica Hynes

Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled

Series 1, Episode 2

Jason Byrne, Richard Herring, Phill Jupitus and Jessica Hynes join Alan. Crucifixion, school discipline and being confused for someone else get talked about tonight.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:25am (repeat)
Morgana Robinson's The Agency. Morgana Robinson. Copyright: Happy Tramp Productions

Morgana Robinson's The Agency

Episode 5

In this one-off Natalie Cassidy special, Natalie receives a call from her agent Vincent, who has some potentially troubling news.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 2:30am (repeat)
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.

Comedy Central Extra 2:30am (repeat)
Stand Up Central. Russell Howard

Stand Up Central

Series 2, Episode 9

Russell Howard answers questions on Percy Pigs, Marmite and Muslims and also reveals his most awkward sexual moment. His guests are Steve Bugeja and Tommy Tiernan.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:55am (repeat)
Henry IX. Image shows from L to R: Serena (Kara Tointon), King Henry (Charles Edwards)

Henry IX

Episode 2 - Exit Strategy

With news of the possible abdication leaked to the press, suspicion is all around and causing havoc with previously rock solid relationships within the Royal household.

Comedy Central Extra 2:55am (repeat)
Stand Up Central. Russell Howard

Stand Up Central

Series 2, Episode 10

Russell Howardtalks about depressed dogs and regretful flashers; plus answers questions on sex from a virgin. His guests are Ed Gamble and Fern Brady.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 3am (repeat)
Duck Quacks Don't Echo. Lee Mack. Copyright: Magnum Media

Duck Quacks Don't Echo

Series 1, Episode 2

Olivia Colman, Rhod Gilbert and The Great British Bake Off judge Paul Hollywood attempt to out-fact each other.

U&Dave channel logo 3am (repeat)
Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit. Image shows from L to R: Sam Pamphilon, Elis James, Dara O Briain, Ellie Gibson, Edith Bowman, Steve McNeil. Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit

Series 2, Episode 8

Broadcaster Edith Bowman and comedian Elis James compete against each other in Mega Man 2, Snowboard Party, Street Fighter V, Lance A Lot and Smoothie Operators.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:25am (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Edina (Jennifer Saunders), Saffron (Julia Sawalha). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 1, Episode 5 - Magazine

Patsy actually has to go into her office. At a rare meeting, she's told she has to give two members of the public a makeover and appear on morning television with them. After an argument with the chosen plebs, Saffron and Eddy's mother are drawn in.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 4am (repeat)
ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:35am (repeat)
On The Buses. Image shows from L to R: Olive (Anna Karen), Arthur Rudge (Michael Robbins), Mum (Cicely Courtneidge), Stan Butler (Reg Varney). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 1, Episode 3 - Olive Takes A Trip

Stan's job is made more difficult when Olive becomes a clippie aboard his bus...

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5am (repeat)
On The Buses. Image shows from L to R: Olive (Anna Karen), Arthur Rudge (Michael Robbins), Mum (Cicely Courtneidge), Stan Butler (Reg Varney). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 1, Episode 4 - Bus Drivers' Stomach

Stan's stomach pains are 'an occupational hazard' from sitting over a vibrating engine all day according to him, but Arthur has other ideas.

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Keep Calman Carry On

Series 1, Episode 2

Susan Calman goes hillwalking with Muriel Gray.

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