British Comedy Guide

Schedule Monday 31st August 2020

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:50am (repeat)
Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Series 2, Episode 1 - Timmy Learns Magic

Timmy is thrilled when he sees Osbourne practising a conjuring act, so he tries to do magic himself.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7am (repeat)
Saluting Dad's Army. Alexander Armstrong

Saluting Dad's Army

Episode 4

Alexander Armstrong looks at how the show transferred to the radio and to the stage before finally coming to an end on television - only to live on in the hearts of its millions of fans.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
Michael Fabbri's Dyslexicon. Michael Fabbri

Michael Fabbri's Dyslexicon

Episode 1

A frank account of Michael Fabbri's schools days coping with dyslexia. This account details the mental scarring of being forced to play Romeo and being confronted with surprise bible readings.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:10am (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 16 - The Snowman Cometh

It's Christmas and DM and Penfold are tasked with protecting Santa from the villainous clutches of the festive season-destroying Snowman.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:30am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 7 - Go Jetter Heroes: Polar Explorers

When Glitch and Kyan race to the south pole, Glitch's loyal Grimbots steal the pole's marker to help Glitch win. But when Glitch orders them to return it, they find themselves lost and trapped in the ice - and the Go Jetters must spring into action to rescue them.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue. Image shows from L to R: Graeme Garden, Barry Cryer. Copyright: BBC

I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue

Series 56, Episode 4

A return to the Sage Theatre in Gateshead for regulars Tim Brooke-Taylor, Barry Cryer and Graeme Garden, with Marcus Brigstocke on the panel and Jack Dee in the chair.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:50am (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 7 - Who's A Pretty Boy?

Denzil is nervous about letting the Trotters decorate his flat because, if they do it wrong, he has to face the wrath of his wife, Corinne. She still hasn't forgiven Del for messing up the catering at her wedding but, as long as they heed her warning to stay out of the kitchen, nothing can go wrong...

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:55am (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.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Series 5, Episode 2

Celebrating Spring, and 'Champion the Wonder Mouse'.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:30am (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Trigger (Roger Lloyd Pack), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Mike (Kenneth MacDonald), Boycie (John Challis), Del (David Jason), Marlene (Sue Holderness), Uncle Albert (Buster Merryfield). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Christmas Special - Dates

Del attempts to meet his dream woman at a dating agency after seeing Trigger have some success. Meanwhile, Uncle Albert is dropping heavy hints about his impending birthday...

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
It Sticks Out Half A Mile. Image shows from L to R: Frank Pike (Ian Lavender), Arthur Wilson (John Le Mesurier), Miss Perkins (Vivienne Martin), Bert Hodges (Bill Pertwee). Copyright: BBC

It Sticks Out Half A Mile

Episode 13 - Hidden Treasure

Signs and portents for Pike and Hodges suggest there be hidden treasure at the pier.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9am (repeat)
Diddy TV. Copyright: BBC

Diddy TV

Series 4, Episode 1 - Eurodiddy

It's the annual EuroDiddy Song Contest! Also, there's a new episode of Worrying Mum and Dad and a Diddy Chat with Melvin Odoom.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 9:05am (repeat)
Bless This House. Image shows from L to R: Jean Abbott (Diana Coupland), Sid Abbott (Sid James), Mike Abbott (Robin Stewart), Sally Abbott (Sally Geeson). Copyright: Thames Television

Bless This House

Series 3, Episode 6 - The Loneliness Of The Short Distance Walker

As Mike, Jean and Sally go on a health and fitness kick, Sid is determined to prove to everyone - not least himself - that he's not "past it". After a chat with Trevor, the pair decide to join Sally and Mike on a sponsored walk from London to Brighton...

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:10am (repeat)
Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Series 3, Episode 11 - Timmy Makes It Shine

After a muddy ride around the playground, Timmy is shown how to clean his tricycle - but it doesn't stay clean for long.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9:20am (repeat)
Billionaire Boy. Image shows from L to R: Joe Spud (Elliot Sprakes), Len Spud (John Thomson). Copyright: King Bert Productions

Billionaire Boy

Joe is the son of a billionaire inventor: he has everything he could wish for, but all he really needs is a friend.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 4, Episode 2 - More About Collecting

The Twirlywoos are watching some children collecting shells on a beach.

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

Control Group Six

Episode 2.4: President Heaven escapes an assassin's bullet, but his problems are far from over.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 9:35am (repeat)
Bless This House. Image shows from L to R: Jean Abbott (Diana Coupland), Sid Abbott (Sid James), Mike Abbott (Robin Stewart), Sally Abbott (Sally Geeson). Copyright: Thames Television

Bless This House

Series 3, Episode 7 - Watch The Birdie

Mike's latest fad - a photography business run from the family's garage - doesn't enthuse Sid when it's first suggested. When Mike falls ill with a stream of customers at the door, however, the senior Abbott male is suddenly far more interested in the endeavour.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 9:50am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 7, Episode 5 - Fiddler On The Hoof

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

CITV 9:50am (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 9:55am (repeat)
Sooty. Richard (Richard Cadell). Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 7 - The Genie

When Sooty finds a magical lamp on the beach, he discovers that it contains a genie. But this genie causes nothing but mischief, and won't get back in the lamp. It's up to Sooty to sort things out. Guest starring Dave Benson Phillips.

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

George & Mildred

Series 1, Episode 8 - Best Foot Forward

After moving a ladder causing George to fall from the roof of their houses and break a leg, Jeffrey is forced to run errands for him, for fear of legal action.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20am (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 9 - Wheelies

Compo, Clegg and Foggy prove that the invention of the wheel might not have been such a good idea after all.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:55am (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 15, Episode 1 - How To Clear Your Pipes

Foggy devises an assault course to bring Compo up to the physical standard of Rudolph Valentino, but Clegg can't see why he should join in.

CITV 11:25am (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

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

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:35am (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Trigger (Roger Lloyd Pack). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 6, Episode 3 - Chain Gang

When offered the deal of the century by a new acquaintance, Del puts together a consortium to help purchase a suitcase full of gold chains. Predictably, the plan goes catastrophically wrong.

Talking Pictures TV 12pm (repeat)
The Baby And The Battleship

The Baby And The Battleship

Farce in which a sailor has to smuggle a baby aboard his ship.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Series 5, Episode 2

Celebrating Spring, and 'Champion the Wonder Mouse'.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 12:15pm (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 1, Episode 11 - Waffle Misses Doug

Doug's mum, Zoe, brings surprises for the Brooklyn-Bells, but Waffle is sad because Doug is going to stay with her for a few days. Mrs Hobbs watches Waffle with new spy equipment.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 12:25pm (repeat)
Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Series 2, Episode 6 - Timmy Finds Treasure

Timmy is a pirate captain and leads his chums on a treasure hunt to find the X that marks the spot.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
It Sticks Out Half A Mile. Image shows from L to R: Frank Pike (Ian Lavender), Arthur Wilson (John Le Mesurier), Miss Perkins (Vivienne Martin), Bert Hodges (Bill Pertwee). Copyright: BBC

It Sticks Out Half A Mile

Episode 13 - Hidden Treasure

Signs and portents for Pike and Hodges suggest there be hidden treasure at the pier.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40pm (repeat)
The Good Life. Image shows from L to R: Margo Leadbetter (Penelope Keith), Tom Good (Richard Briers), Jerry Leadbetter (Paul Eddington), Barbara Good (Felicity Kendal). Copyright: BBC

The Good Life

A selection of episodes from the first series of the self-succificent sitcom.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:30pm (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 4, Episode 3 - More About Down

The Twirlywoos watch two men carry some furniture down the stairs in a block of flats.

U&Drama channel logo 2:10pm (repeat)
Dad's Army - The Lost Episodes. Captain Mainwaring (Kevin McNally)

Dad's Army - The Lost Episodes

A repeat of all three remade lost episodes of the Home Guard sitcom.

Talking Pictures TV 2:30pm (repeat)
Passport To Pimlico. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Pemberton (Stanley Holloway), P.C. Spiller (Philip Stainton), Central European (Paul Demel). Copyright: Ealing Studios / STUDIOCANAL

Passport To Pimlico

Ealing comedy about a legal discovery that leads the residents of Pimlico to declare themselves an independent nation, Burgundy.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2:30pm (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Control Group Six

Episode 2.4: President Heaven escapes an assassin's bullet, but his problems are far from over.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:40pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 11 - The Return Of Danger K

When an old enemy returns, Colonel K must come out of retirement to save the world from an outbreak of rudeness.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:50pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 4, Episode 1 - Cones

The flock hear the enticing tunes of an ice cream van approaching and quickly hatch a plan to divert it into their field. While the driver seeks help, the flock have great fun with an endless supply of ice cream - but will they be able to cover their tracks before they're discovered?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:55pm (repeat)
Diddy TV. Copyright: BBC

Diddy TV

Series 4, Episode 4 - Vote For Me

It's election night on Diddy TV. Laugh at some extraordinary ailments in Hilarious Illnesses and Blue Peter's Radzi is in the hot seat for Diddy Chat.

CITV 3:05pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

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

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:10pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 6 - Molar Power

Doctor Pfooflepfeffer covets the world-beating power of Gnasher's indestructible teeth.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:25pm (repeat)
Scream Street

Scream Street

Series 1, Episode 13 - Mother Of All Scares

Luke goes home to find that Otto has moved in after fleeing Sneer Hall to escape a visiting relative with a bit of a temper. Then when Luke brings her round to visit Otto so that the two can reconcile, things don't quite go to plan.

U&Drama channel logo 4:05pm (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 four episodes from Britain's longest-running sitcom.

Talking Pictures TV 4:10pm (repeat)
Crooks Anonymous

Crooks Anonymous

Comedy about a petty criminal trying to change his ways and start a new life.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:25pm (repeat)
Danny & Mick. Image shows from L to R: Danny (Danny Adams), Mick (Mick Potts). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Danny & Mick

Series 2, Episode 3 - Undercover Customer

Joy calls in an undercover customer to check on her team - leaving Danny and Mick suspecting everybody.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:35pm (repeat)
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 5 - Monster Mountain

Bob wants to plant a sign on the top of Mount Robo-Bob, so they set off in grippy shoes to climb it.

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

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 8 - Middle Of The World City, Ecuador

After hearing about how the Monument to the Equator in Ciudad Mitad del Mundo is in the wrong location, Glitch and his Glitchbots pretend to be the Go Jetters and move the monument onto the equator. But when things start to go wrong, Glitch must learn that some glitches are fine the way they are.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
Michael Fabbri's Dyslexicon. Michael Fabbri

Michael Fabbri's Dyslexicon

Episode 1

A frank account of Michael Fabbri's schools days coping with dyslexia. This account details the mental scarring of being forced to play Romeo and being confronted with surprise bible readings.

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

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 4, Episode 10 - First Aid Waffle

Waffle's paw is hurt in Poodles Class, so vet Jess trains Mr Nolan in doggy first aid.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue. Image shows from L to R: Graeme Garden, Barry Cryer. Copyright: BBC

I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue

Series 56, Episode 4

A return to the Sage Theatre in Gateshead for regulars Tim Brooke-Taylor, Barry Cryer and Graeme Garden, with Marcus Brigstocke on the panel and Jack Dee in the chair.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 6:25pm (repeat)
Paddington 2. Copyright: Heyday Films

Paddington 2

Acclaimed film sequel. Paddington Bear finds himself incarcerated for a crime he did not commit.

BBC Radio Wales. Copyright: BBC 6:30pm (repeat)
Ankle Tag. Image shows from L to R: Bob (Steve Speirs), Alice (Katy Wix), Gruff (Elis James). Copyright: BBC

Ankle Tag

Series 3, Episode 4 - The Bike

Alice gets assertive while Gruff gets on his bike and Bob aims to breakfast like a king.

Radio 4 6:30pm (repeat)
I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue logo. Copyright: BBC

I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue

Series 70, Episode 5

The godfather of all panel shows pays a visit to Venue Cymru in Llandudno. Regular Tim Brooke-Taylor is joined on the panel by programme stalwarts Susan Calman, Richard Osman and Rob Brydon with Jack Dee in the chair.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:45pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Tom Stourton

Horrible Histories

Series 7, Episode 3 - Ridiculous Romantics

This week Horrible Histories charts the path towards true love - and some of history's biggest and most ridiculous romantics are in the spotlight.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Series 5, Episode 2

Celebrating Spring, and 'Champion the Wonder Mouse'.

CITV 7:30pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 25 - Spuds On A Plane

Dave's first plane journey doesn't go to plan when the air pressure and the need to go to the toilet makes his head swell.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
It Sticks Out Half A Mile. Image shows from L to R: Frank Pike (Ian Lavender), Arthur Wilson (John Le Mesurier), Miss Perkins (Vivienne Martin), Bert Hodges (Bill Pertwee). Copyright: BBC

It Sticks Out Half A Mile

Episode 13 - Hidden Treasure

Signs and portents for Pike and Hodges suggest there be hidden treasure at the pier.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (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 7 - Who's A Pretty Boy?

Denzil is nervous about letting the Trotters decorate his flat because, if they do it wrong, he has to face the wrath of his wife, Corinne. She still hasn't forgiven Del for messing up the catering at her wedding but, as long as they heed her warning to stay out of the kitchen, nothing can go wrong...

U&Dave channel logo 7:40pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Tinchy Stryder, David Mitchell, Jack Dee, Rob Brydon, Romesh Ranganathan, Lee Mack, Gaby Roslin. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 9, Episode 7

This week the guests joining Lee Mack and David Mitchell are Jack Dee, Romesh Ranganathan, Gaby Roslin and Tinchy Stryder.

CITV 7:45pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 26 - The Wrinkly Bus

Instructed to keep an eye on Gran while the rest of the Spuds visit to the doctor, Dave finds that she has escaped.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:45pm (repeat)
Millie Inbetween. Millie (Millie Innes). Copyright: The Foundation

Millie Inbetween

Series 1, Episode 10 - Baby Brain

Mum is buying a cot, looking at names, and calling nurseries. Millie and Lauren decide that she and Mike must be planning a baby, and that they have to be stopped. Dad tries to bond with Jake, but gets a bit overenthusiastic.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20pm (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 8, Episode 1 - Ring Dem Bells

The platoon are to take part in a training film, but are horrified to learn that they are to play the Germans. There's also the issue of trying not to be seen in Nazi uniforms for fear of causing a panic.

U&Dave channel logo 8:20pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Bill Bailey, David Mitchell, Ruth Jones, Rob Brydon, Kelly Holmes, Lee Mack, Jo Brand. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 9, Christmas Special - Would I Lie To You? At Christmas

Festive edition of the comedy panel show in which teams must sort the truth from the fiction. Rob Brydon presents, David Mitchell is joined by Bill Bailey and Ruth Jones, and Lee Mack is joined by Jo Brand and Dame Kelly Holmes.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
The Fast Show: Just A Load Of Blooming Catchphrases. Copyright: Crook Productions

The Fast Show: Just A Load Of Blooming Catchphrases

Episode 2 - More Blooming Catchphrases

Celebrating even more of the comedy magic that made The Fast Show a roaring success in the 90s. Join Charlie Higson as he visits The Fast Show archives in the vaults of the University of East Anglia.

Comedy Central Extra 9pm (repeat)
Lee Evans: Roadrunner. Lee Evans. Copyright: Little Mo Films

Lee Evans: Roadrunner

TV broadcast of Lee Evans's 2011 stand-up show and release, Roadrunner.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Cariad Lloyd, Sandi Toksvig, Paul Sinha, Josh Widdicombe. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series P, Episode 13 - Phenomena

With Cariad Lloyd, Paul Sinha and Josh Widdicombe.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:30pm (repeat)
The Fast Show. Image shows from L to R: Paul Whitehouse, Simon Day, Arabella Weir, John Thomson, Caroline Aherne, Charlie Higson, Mark Williams. Copyright: BBC

The Fast Show

A selection of five episodes from the rapid-fire sketch show.

Comedy Central Extra 10pm (repeat)
Lee Evans XL Tour 2005 Live. Lee Evans. Copyright: Little Mo Films

Lee Evans XL Tour 2005 Live

Stand-up Lee Evans returns to Wales, the land of his ancestors, to perform to over 4,000 fans at the Cardiff International Arena.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish. Dave Gorman. Copyright: Liberty Bell

Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish

Series 4, Episode 4 - Vicars, Horses, Doctors And Smurfs

In this episode flirty hotel soap (apparently that's a thing), kinky cages and overly familiar foods, are all in the firing line.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue. Image shows from L to R: Graeme Garden, Barry Cryer. Copyright: BBC

I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue

Series 56, Episode 4

A return to the Sage Theatre in Gateshead for regulars Tim Brooke-Taylor, Barry Cryer and Graeme Garden, with Marcus Brigstocke on the panel and Jack Dee in the chair.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:30pm
Famalam. John MacMillan

Famalam

Series 3, Episode 2

Prince Alyusi brings his brand of philanthropy to a wider audience, superhero Night Owl battles her most dangerous foe and the E19 Posse teach an important lesson. A Golden Ticket allows black people to be white for a day, and adventurer Wolf Chambers faces his toughest challenge yet...

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
The Nick Revell Show

The Nick Revell Show

Episode 5 :Nick struggles for cash, while his geraniums moan about Christmas decorations.

Talking Pictures TV 11pm (repeat)
Gumshoe

Gumshoe

A repeat of this 1971 film.

U&Yesterday channel logo 11pm (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.

Comedy Central Extra 11pm (repeat)
Soho Theatre Live. Joel Dommett

Soho Theatre Live

Episode 1 - Joel Dommett

Joel Dommett is the first in the Soho Theatre Live series to take to the stage and the hilarious episode sees Joel at his funniest as he discusses the fails and mishaps of his dating life, the infamous catfishing scandal and the pranks he used to play on his Grandad.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Taskmaster. Image shows from L to R: Asim Chaudhry, Alex Horne. Copyright: Avalon Television

Taskmaster

Series 6, Episode 4 - BMXing!

Tim Vine strips to his waist, Russell Howard gets tattooed, while Alice Levine apes Leonardo da Vinci using squirty cream. Greg Davies sets the truly absurd tasks.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Darren Harriott

Summer Comedy Festival

Episode 6 - Darren Harriott

Darren Harriott curates his ideal festival: a magical carnival of surprise called The Festival of the Unexpected. Featuring trombonists, acrobats, wrestling and opera, it's a whimsical journey through Darren's favourite things with his favourite people. Also, there are vampires.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 19 (Channel 4: Series 20), Highlights Special

Another new compilation of the best bits from recent series of 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 11:30pm (repeat)
Limmy's Homemade Show. Brian Limond

Limmy's Homemade Show

Episode 2

Limmy reveals his secret life as an assassin and takes on the role of a businessman.

Comedy Central Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Soho Theatre Live. Nish Kumar

Soho Theatre Live

Episode 2 - Nish Kumar

Nish Kumar discusses the woes of his pun-able name, that awkward time he saw the film Shame with his father and his innate inability to do sports as a kid.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Radio Active. Image shows left to right: Angus Deayton, Philip Pope, Helen Atkinson-Wood, Michael Fenton Stevens

Radio Active

Series 7, Episode 5 - Mike Says - Here's a Bit of Talent

A chance to hear the stars of the future - almost certainly for one night only.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:55pm
45 min version
(repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Image shows left to right: Ian Hislop, Paul Merton. Credit: Matt Crockett

Have I Got News For You

Series 57, Episode 5

Katherine Ryan guest presents, and is joined by fellow comedians Andy Hamilton & Cariad Lloyd, who will join team captains Ian Hislop & Paul Merton as guest panellists.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Tinchy Stryder, David Mitchell, Jack Dee, Rob Brydon, Romesh Ranganathan, Lee Mack, Gaby Roslin. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 9, Episode 7

This week the guests joining Lee Mack and David Mitchell are Jack Dee, Romesh Ranganathan, Gaby Roslin and Tinchy Stryder.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:20am (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 1

Jimmy Carr hosts a new edition of the panel/quiz show mash-up with Jon Richardson and Cariad Lloyd, who take on guest captain Alan Carr and Kevin Bridges. Elis James and John Robins are in Dictionary Corner.

U&Dave channel logo 12:40am (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Alex Brooker, David Mitchell, Doon Mackichan, Rob Brydon, Ben Miller, Lee Mack, Henning Wehn. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 9, Episode 8

The guests joining Lee Mack and David Mitchell are Ben Miller, Henning Wehn, Doon Mackichan and Alex Brooker.

U&Dave channel logo 1:20am
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Ed Byrne, Sandi Toksvig, Rhod Gilbert, Sindhu Vee. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series P, Episode 14 - Pathological

With guests Ed Byrne, Rhod Gilbert and Sindhu Vee.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:35am (repeat)
Smack The Pony. Image shows from L to R: Fiona Allen, Sally Phillips, Doon Mackichan

Smack The Pony

Series 3, Episode 7

A Spanish woman gets lost in translation at an airport. A man puts a rather peculiar proposal to his girlfriend. A tiff between bomb disposal experts. And why the ideal girlfriend doesn't exist.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 1:35am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 7, Episode 4 - The Last Video Show

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

BBC Two 1:55am (repeat)
Mandy. Mandy (Diane Morgan)

Mandy

Series 1, Episode 5 - Meat

It is dinner at Trent Manor, and everyone around the table has a motive for murdering Lord Trent. But who did? Mandy wasn't invited to the manor, so she is off doing something else.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:05am (repeat)
The Good Life. Image shows from L to R: Margo Leadbetter (Penelope Keith), Tom Good (Richard Briers), Jerry Leadbetter (Paul Eddington), Barbara Good (Felicity Kendal). Copyright: BBC

The Good Life

A selection of episodes from the first series of the self-succificent sitcom.

BBC Two 2:10am (repeat)
Mandy. Image shows from L to R: Mandy (Diane Morgan), Donna Ball (Natalie Cassidy)

Mandy

Series 1, Episode 6 - Broadsword To Donna Ball

She's lived a life that's full, she's travelled each and every highway. And more, much more than this, she did it Mandy.

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Crackanory. Mel Giedroyc. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Crackanory

Series 4, Episode 5 - Proxy Lady

Beth is contacted out of the blue by a reclusive girl who used her picture on a dating website and has now met the love of her life. Is Beth willing to go and meet him in her place? Narrated by Mel Giedroyc, written by Katherine Jakeways.

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BBC Radio 4 Extra

Control Group Six

Episode 2.4: President Heaven escapes an assassin's bullet, but his problems are far from over.

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Crackanory. Ben Bailey Smith. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Crackanory

Series 4, Episode 6 - Devil's Haircut

Set in 1940s New York. A baritone in a barbershop quartet unwittingly sells his soul to the devil to ensure his group wins the national finals. Narrated by Doc Brown, written by Sarah Morgan.

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Bobby And Harriet Get Married. Image shows from L to R: Harriet (Harriet Kemsley), Bobby (Bobby Mair)

Bobby And Harriet Get Married

Episode 1 - This Is Going Nowhere Good

Bobby and Harriet start wondering if they will ever be able to afford the wedding. With very different ideas on how the day should pan out and how they will pay for it, will the couple ever come to an agreement or is time to call the whole thing off?

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Michael Fabbri's Dyslexicon. Michael Fabbri

Michael Fabbri's Dyslexicon

Episode 1

A frank account of Michael Fabbri's schools days coping with dyslexia. This account details the mental scarring of being forced to play Romeo and being confronted with surprise bible readings.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue. Image shows from L to R: Graeme Garden, Barry Cryer. Copyright: BBC

I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue

Series 56, Episode 4

A return to the Sage Theatre in Gateshead for regulars Tim Brooke-Taylor, Barry Cryer and Graeme Garden, with Marcus Brigstocke on the panel and Jack Dee in the chair.

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