Schedule Wednesday 20th May 2020
11:30am30 min
Michael Frayn's Magic Mobile
Episode 2Comedic monologues and dialogues from the mind of Michael Frayn, featuring racy promos of the newest versions of a Jane Austen classic, and a young TV personality presenting a reminder of old-school viewing.
4:50pm10 min
Go Jetters
Series 3, Episode 30 - Mud Volcano, AzerbaijanLars and Glitch's plan to power their new machine with methane gas has explosive results!
6pm
(repeat)
Taskmaster
Series 6, Episode 3 - One Warm PrawnThe five comedians take a nostalgic trip to childhood as they are compelled to taste-test some mystery baby food, among other odd tasks. As usual, they are judged harshly by Taskmaster Greg Davies, who is aided by resident stats geek, Alex Horne. Plus, Russell Howard presents a nightmarish fairy tale and Liza Tarbuck introduces a plastic lizard to a cordless drill.
6:20pm
(repeat)
Open All Hours
Series 2, Episode 3 - Fig Biscuits And Inspirational Toilet RollsArkwright's marketing genius comes to the fore as he tries to shift some over-stocked items.
6:30pm30 min
Quanderhorn
Quanderhorn 2, Episode 4 - I Didn't Say It Was Well CloakedThe crew are trained in Martianosity to infiltrate the Mothership, with variable success. Meanwhile, the Professor works on a bomb-melting ray.
7pm
(repeat)
The Green Green Grass
Series 2, Episode 2 - Here's To You, Mrs BoyceBoycie considers a move into local politics. Bryan's ex-fiancée finds a cure for lesbianism. Tyler fails to score at Rugby, but creates a good impression. Marlene provides momentary distraction during Tyler's maths coursework, until Boycie steps in with his first aid knowledge.
7pm
(repeat)
Would I Lie To You?
Series 11, Episode 2The guests on this episode are Mark Bonnar, Sheila Hancock, Stephen Mangan and Anita Rani.
7:40pm
(repeat)
Dad's Army
Series 7, Episode 3 - Gorilla WarfareThe platoon are out on an important trial of their tactics but Hodges is determined to make sure that they fail. The exercise takes a very strange turn when Hodges and the Verger come into contact with a gorilla.
7:40pm
(repeat)
Would I Lie To You?
Series 11, Episode 3The guests on this episode are James Acaster, Gabby Logan, Melvin Odoom and Fay Ripley.
8pm
(repeat)
Rob And Romesh Vs
Series 2, Episode 3 - Cricket: South AfricaThe pair head off to Cape Town to follow the England cricket team on their first meaningful tour since they were crowned world champions.
8:20pm
(repeat)
Dad's Army
Series 7, Episode 4 - The Godiva AffairJones is worried that Mrs. Fox is falling in love with the town clerk, Mr. Gordon, so he asks Captain Mainwaring if he can help. Meanwhile, Hodges and Gordon are casting for the role of Lady Godiva in the town parade.
8:20pm
(repeat)
9pm
(repeat)
The Royle Family
Series 3, Episode 5Nana's round again, and Antony's planning a trip to London. Jim's none-too complimentary about his dreams, but Denise has had enough of their father's harsh comments.
9pm60 min version (repeat)
9:40pm
(repeat)
Not Going Out
Series 3, Episode 6 - SpeechLucy is stressed. She has an important speech to make at a Recruitment Conference and nobody to help her write it.
10pm
(repeat)
Meet The Richardsons
Series 1, Episode 4The Richardsons finally get to attend the showbiz event of the year: the Jonathan Ross Halloween party. Lucy's excited, especially when she meets Jason Donovan at the party, but she's not as excited as Jon who has an audition to be a voice in a Pixar film - his lifelong dream.
10pm
(repeat)
Plebs
Series 3, Episode 1 - The BeastsThe boys are desperate for tickets to one of the 'Beast shows' at the Games. Marcus meets Delphine, a fiery activist from Gaul, whom he hopes will become his 'Gaul-friend'. Grumio clashes with Landlady, their missing Landlord's formidable mother.
10pm
(repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 15 (Channel 4: Series 16), Episode 8Jimmy Carr hosts the last in the current series, as Sean Lock and Roisin Conaty take on guest captain Alan Carr and Joe Lycett. Plus special guest Spencer Jones joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while maths whizz Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.
10pm30 min
Code 404
Series 1, Episode 4The pressure is on with Major and Carver's latest assignment; protecting Chalmers, the head of the A.I. Ethics Committee. Success could secure Major's future, whereas failing to do so could seal his fate. Meanwhile, feeling stung by Kelly's rejection, Carver contemplates a transfer to Scotland. But when Kelly asks him to stay, he's filled with renewed hope.
10:20pm
(repeat)
Not Going Out
Series 3, Episode 7 - MarriageLee is horrified when he hears that Lucy is considering marriage to Pavlov, a mechanic from the old Eastern bloc, just so that he can stay in the country.
10:30pm
(repeat)
Wonderdate
Pilot by Tim Key, in which he retraces his steps the day after a date.
10:30pm60 min
What's Funny About...
Series 1, Episode 2 - The Thick Of ItPeter Fincham and Jon Plowman talk to Armando Iannucci and Rebecca Front about the satirical sitcom. Was Nicola Murray just a nice (if hapless) person, thrust into a nest of political vipers, or was she just as bad as the rest of them? Who came up with the line "about as much use as a marzipan dildo"? And who was Malcolm Tucker really based on (it's probably not who you think).
10:30pm
(repeat)
Plebs
Series 3, Episode 2 - Justin JuniorGrumio meets Justin, the father who left him on a hill as a baby and who now wants to make up for lost time. Stylax starts dating Camilla, a female discus thrower, on a sex ban during the Games. Marcus and Delphine come to terms with each other's past.
10:30pm
(repeat)
A League Of Their Own
Series 12, Episode 4Cesc Fabregas, Charlotte Dujardin and Romesh Ranganathan join the regulars, with Jack Whitehall's mum is in the audience... and ready to embarrass her darling son.
10:40pm
(repeat)
Taskmaster
Series 6, Episode 3 - One Warm PrawnThe five comedians take a nostalgic trip to childhood as they are compelled to taste-test some mystery baby food, among other odd tasks. As usual, they are judged harshly by Taskmaster Greg Davies, who is aided by resident stats geek, Alex Horne. Plus, Russell Howard presents a nightmarish fairy tale and Liza Tarbuck introduces a plastic lizard to a cordless drill.
10:45pm
(repeat)
People Just Do Nothing
Series 3, Episode 5 - IpswichChabuddy organises for Kurupt FM to perform at a club in Ipswich. With emotions running high and groupie action on the cards, only Steves's travel sickness can kill the vibe now. Back in Brentford, Miche goes out for her first ever work drinks.
11pm
(repeat)
Peep Show
Series 3, Episode 3 - ShroomingJeremy plans to throw a secret magic mushroom party in the flat, where he hopes to seduce his ex, Big Suze. But when Mark suddenly arrives home from work with gastric flu, Jeremy's plans go to pieces.
11pm15 min
Where To, Mate?
Series 1, Episode 2 - "...you're coming in, you're coming out..."Bernie picks up Milton again and they discuss the merits of cosmic ordering, Ben tries to help a lad come out to his dad, and Saj takes a dog for a poo.
11:15pm
(repeat)
People Just Do Nothing
Series 3, Episode 6 - ValentimesMiche wonders if there's any chance of her and Grindah getting back together.
11:15pm
(repeat)
Six Degrees Of John Sessions
Episode 2Actor, writer, raconteur and impressionist John Sessions mixes showbiz stories, intriguing history, extraordinary impressions and fabulous one-liners - all linked to and from him.
11:30pm
(repeat)
Peep Show
Series 3, Episode 4 - SisteringMark's plans for an enjoyable and productive week off work go out the window when his sister comes to stay. Jeremy clearly has the hots for her, and when Mark warns him to back off, Jeremy just wants her more...
11:30pm
(repeat)
Brassic
Series 2, Episode 2 - A Nice Day OutVinnie is tasked with collecting a guy called Tony Tillerton. It seems like a simple task... Meanwhile, a booze cruise to France is under way.
11:40pm
(repeat)
Big Zuu's Big Eats
Series 1, Episode 1 - Jimmy CarrBig Zuu takes his food truck to Croydon to meet comedian Jimmy Carr and cook the ultimate meal ready for when he steps off stage.
Midnight
(repeat)
The Royle Family
Series 3, Episode 5Nana's round again, and Antony's planning a trip to London. Jim's none-too complimentary about his dreams, but Denise has had enough of their father's harsh comments.