British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Saturday 24th October 2020

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (repeat)
Man About The House. Image shows from L to R: Chrissy Plummer (Paula Wilcox), Robin Tripp (Richard O'Sullivan), Jo (Sally Thomsett). Copyright: Thames Television

Man About The House

Series 6, Episode 3 - The Generation Game

Robin's convinced he's finally in with a real chance with Chrissy. Downstairs, Mildred is trying to get George to take her to a party on a riverboat.

Talking Pictures TV 6:15am (repeat)
Talking Pictures TV

The Headless Ghost

A repeat of this 1959 film.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:25am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 4, Episode 13 - More About Gone

Stop-motion preschool programme about the adventures of four inquisitive Twirlywoos.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6:30am (repeat)
Carry On Doctor. Image shows from L to R: Matron (Hattie Jacques), Francis Bigger (Frankie Howerd), Dr. Tinkle (Kenneth Williams). Copyright: Peter Rogers Productions

Carry On Doctor

Frankie Howerd joins the Carry On regulars in a hospital-based adventure. With Sid James, Jim Dale and Kenneth Williams.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 7:05am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 26 - Taxi Bean

Mr Bean takes a taxi to his local toy shop, but a dodgy cabbie thinks he can take Bean for a ride. After a mix-up Mr Bean finds himself driving the taxi.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:10am (repeat)
Chef!. Image shows from L to R: Everton Stonehead (Roger Griffiths), Gareth Blackstock (Lenny Henry)

Chef!

Series 1, Episode 5 - Fame Is The Spur

With Janice taking over running the business, Gareth enters the world of TV food programmes.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:15am (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.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 7:15am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 27 - Muscle Bean

Mr Bean needs to impress Irma, who is infatuated with the hunky deliveryman. Bean tries to improve his physique at the gym, but has little success. Instead he opts for an inflatable muscle suit.

Talking Pictures TV 7:30am (repeat)
Talking Pictures TV

Bob's Your Uncle

Comedy following the adventures of enthusiastic members of the Home Guard.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:30am (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 7 - Sausage Lossage

Walter takes over Butch Butcher's sausage-making business.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40am (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 2, Episode 2 - Heartbreak Hotel

Being on the inside doesn't stop Godber romancing his fiancée, Denise, although events on the outside ensure the path of true love doesn't run smoothly. An unexpected letter leads to Godber having to explain his actions to the governor, but are there blue skies on the horizon?

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:50am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 38 - Caernarfon Castle, Wales

How will the Go Jetters retrieve Xuli's treasured 'Academy Ace' flying trophy from Caernarfon Castle?

BBC Two 7:50am (repeat)
The Amelia Gething Complex. Amelia (Amelia Gething)

The Amelia Gething Complex

Series 1, Episode 5 - Holidays

Amelia and Wallace book a holiday to the Costa Del Generica. Poppy and Vinny venture to the Dull World theme park.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
Dilemma. Sue Perkins. Copyright: BBC

Dilemma

Series 2, Episode 6

Last in the series. With Miles Jupp, Annie Nightingale and Sarah Kendall.

BBC Two 8:10am (repeat)
The Amelia Gething Complex. Amelia (Amelia Gething)

The Amelia Gething Complex

Series 1, Episode 6 - Horror

Amelia must act fast as Wallace becomes possessed by an evil toaster. Poppy and Vinny visit a ghost support group.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:15am (repeat)
2point4 Children. Image shows from L to R: Bill (Belinda Lang), David (John Pickard), Ben (Gary Olsen), Jenny (Clare Buckfield). Copyright: BBC

2point4 Children

Series 7, Episode 2 - When Saturday Comes

When Tottenham Hotspur achieve an unexpected and much needed win, the Porter family, one of Ben's clients, Rona and Jenny's ex boyfriend Clive are dropped into a series of repeated Saturday rituals for the sake of luck.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:25am (repeat)
Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Series 3, Episode 12 - Fireman Timmy

Timmy and Yabba make a fire engine out of an old cardboard box.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
North East Of Eden

North East Of Eden

Episode 3 - Voyage of the Bobby Vee

Marcia is bored on the island. Will joining the lifeboat crew help liven things up?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:50am (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Gemma Whelan, Ryan Sampson, Tom Stourton

Horrible Histories

Black History Month: In celebration of Black History Month, Oti Mabuse brings you a selection of Horrible Histories sketches and songs featuring Rosa Parks, Civil War spy Mary Bowser, pioneering boxer Bill Richmond, plus Mary Seacole and Martin Luther King Jr.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:55am (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 Christmas specials from the David Jason sitcom.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
It's That Man Again. Image shows from L to R: Jack Train, Tommy (Tommy Handley). Copyright: BBC

It's That Man Again

Victory Edition: Tommy Handley's gang celebrate victory in Europe, as broadcast on 10th May 1945.

CITV 9:25am (repeat)
Chicken Run

Chicken Run

Award-winning animation telling the story of a band of hens doomed to a life of egg-laying on a Yorkshire chicken farm.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
The Goon Show. Image shows from L to R: Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers, Harry Secombe. Copyright: BBC

The Goon Show

Series 5, Episode 4 - The Phantom Head Shaver (of Brighton)

Some vile fiend is shaving peoples heads and Wallace Greenslade opens a tobacco kiosk.

CITV 9:40am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 29 - Camping

An old photo album causes Bean to reminisce about summers at Scout camp as a boy, and sets him planning a night under the stars with Teddy. Purchasing a tent proves a problem, but nothing is going to stop him having a good time - even if he has to get the garden shed over the roof of his house.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10am (repeat)
The Navy Lark. Copyright: BBC

The Navy Lark

Series 1, Episode 9 - The Multiple Mines

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

ITVBe 10:25am (repeat)
Sooty. Richard (Richard Cadell). Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 5 - Five Star Fish

When Richard is put in charge of Mr. Slater's five star restaurant, his first customer demands fresh fish. Can Fishermen Sooty and Sweep come to Richard's rescue, or will they catch more than they bargained for? Guest starring Caroline Quentin.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 10:25am (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 5 - Robot Day

Things soon turn messy when Justin surprises Robert and insists on giving his best robot friend a special day to remember for 'Robot Day'.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30am (repeat)
Hancock's Half Hour. Image shows from L to R: Sidney James (Sid James), Anthony Aloysius St John Hancock (Tony Hancock), Bill Kerr (Bill Kerr)

Hancock's Half Hour

Series 5, Episode 14 - Sunday Afternoon At Home

Anthony Aloysius St John Hancock is a loser whose plans and aspirations are continually ruined by bad luck, Sidney Balmoral James or, more often than not, by his own pomposity and ambition.

BBC Radio 5 Live 11am
60 min
Rick Edwards. Credit: BBC

Fighting Talk

Series 18, Episode 7

Presenter and YouTuber Flex, journalist and broadcaster Mina Rzouki, pundit and former cricketer Charles Dagnall and comedian Danny McLoughlin join Colin Murray for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment.

CITV 11:05am (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 8 - Wishes

If there were two things Dave could wish for it would be for Fuzzypeg to smell better, and for Gran to be nicer. Is getting what you want always a good thing?

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

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 1, Episode 5 - Waffle Grows

It's Waffle's last day at the Brooklyn-Bells' but he still finds time to upset neighbour Mrs Hobbs. Simon hears Waffle speak. Will he finally agree that the family can keep the special dog?

BBC Radio Scotland 11:30am (repeat)
Breaking The News. Des Clarke. Copyright: BBC Studios

Breaking The News

Series 17, Episode 2

Des Clarke is joined by guests Ashley Storrie, Rory Bremner, Lucy Porter and Raymond Mearns to look at the week's news.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:45am (repeat)
Danny & Mick. Image shows from L to R: Danny (Danny Adams), Mick (Mick Potts). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Danny & Mick

Series 2, Episode 7 - Work Experience

When a work experience student arrives at Pottsfield, Danny and Mick see a chance to get her to do all their work so that they can experience all the fun!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:55am (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Ryan Sampson, Tom Palmer, Richard David-Caine

Horrible Histories

Series 7, Episode 7 - Preposterous US Presidents

Horrible Histories takes a look at America and its various presidents, from George Washington to the present day, including President Jackson's rude parrot, the establishment of the Secret Service, German cowboys, and spy Mary Elizabeth Bowser.

BritBox 12pm
22 min
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry. Copyright: Avalon Television

Spitting Image

Series 21 (BritBox Series 1), Episode 4

This week Michael Gove visits Paris and Boris Johnson holidays in Scotland. Meanwhile, the American Presidential Election campaign is hotting up, despite Joe Biden's faux pas, and Ivanka Trump seeks to secure peace between India and China.

Radio 4 12:30pm (repeat)
The News Quiz. Andy Zaltzman

The News Quiz

Series 103, Episode 8

A satirical review of the week's news with Andy Zaltzman and guests Anand Menon, Chris McCausland, Lucy Porter and Sara Barron.

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 7, Episode 6 - The Great Bank Robbery

All set for the Long Distance Bass Drum Race, Neddie Seagoon is duped into villainy.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:35pm (repeat)
The Ladykillers. Image shows from L to R: Major Claude Courtney (Cecil Parker), Harry Robinson (Peter Sellers), Professor Marcus (Alec Guinness), Louisa Alexandra Wilberforce (Katie Johnson), 'One-Round' Lawson (Danny Green). Copyright: STUDIOCANAL

The Ladykillers

Classic Ealing comedy starring Alec Guinness and Peter Sellers. A gang of robbers meet their match in a little old lady.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:50pm (repeat)
So Awkward. Image shows from L to R: Martha Fitzgerald (Sophia Dall'Aglio), Rufus (Charlie Nicholson), Ollie Coulton (Archie Lyndhurst), Jas Salford (Emily Burnett), Lily Hampton (Cleo Demetriou). Copyright: Channel X North

So Awkward

Series 6, Episode 12 - Academic Lily Speaking

Martha and Lily try to find each other boyfriends. Meanwhile, Ollie is stressed.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:15pm (repeat)
Millie Inbetween. Millie (Millie Innes). Copyright: The Foundation

Millie Inbetween

Specials, Episode 2 - The Rain In Spain

Millie sneaks off to Spain to convince dad he should come home, and Craig insists on going with her as a wingman.

BBC Radio Wales. Copyright: BBC 1:30pm
30 min
The Leak. Tom Price

The Leak

Series 12, Episode 1

Tom Price returns with the show in which he is joined by guests to review the week's biggest stories, with Leila Navabi, Sophie Duker, Darren Harriott and Tudur Owen.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:15pm (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

A selection of episodes from the sixth series of the children's sitcom.

Talking Pictures TV 2:30pm (repeat)
Talking Pictures TV

Don Chicago

An American gangster visits merry old England, becoming the toast of London's high society.

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

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 46 - Go Jet Academy: Dream Team Trouble

Ubercorn and Glitch have to team up when they get stuck at the most remote place on Earth.

U&Dave channel logo 3pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Nessa (Ruth Jones), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Stacey (Joanna Page), Smithy (James Corden). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

A repeat-run of the entire third series of the sitcom by and starring Ruth Jones and James Corden.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 3:25pm (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 2, Highlights Special - Waffle So Far

Simon and Waffle are home alone. Simon recalls the first time he met Waffle as a pup, and the pair share memories of the Wonder Dog becoming part of the Brooklyn-Bell family.

CITV 4pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 14 - The Sofa

The sofa's springs explode under Mr Bean. Can he afford to buy a new sofa? Or will relaxing in front of the telly be a thing of the past?

CITV 4:30pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 10 - Bike

Anna is practising for the school cycling test and is good at it. Dave isn't quite as skilled, but with a new bike from his parents he really hopes to pass.

CITV 4:45pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 11 - Sports Day

Determined to win this year's Sport's Day, finally making Betty's dreams come true, Dave 'adapts' Anna's chair to speed things up in the final race.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 6:50pm (repeat)
Eddie The Eagle. Michael 'Eddie' Edwards (Taron Egerton)

Eddie The Eagle

Win or lose, always aim high. The story of Great Britain's first ski jumper to enter the Winter Olympics.

U&W channel logo 7pm (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 second series of the semi-improvised sitcom.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (repeat)
This Time With Alan Partridge. Alan Partridge (Steve Coogan). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

This Time With Alan Partridge

A repeat-run of the first series of the spoof magazine show co-hosted by Norwich's finest.

U&Dave channel logo 7pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lee (Lee Mack), Lucy (Sally Bretton). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

A selection of episodes from the eighth series of the Lee Mack sitcom.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
It's That Man Again. Image shows from L to R: Jack Train, Tommy (Tommy Handley). Copyright: BBC

It's That Man Again

Victory Edition: Tommy Handley's gang celebrate victory in Europe, as broadcast on 10th May 1945.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:30pm (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.

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 5, Episode 4 - The Phantom Head Shaver (of Brighton)

Some vile fiend is shaving peoples heads and Wallace Greenslade opens a tobacco kiosk.

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

The Navy Lark

Series 1, Episode 9 - The Multiple Mines

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

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 12, Highlights Special

Can't get enough of James and the boys? Relive the fun and games of Series 12 with this special highlights episode.

BBC Two 8:30pm (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 9, Episode 3 - Knights Of Madness

It is "Wings for Victory" week in Walmington and the final event is to be shared by the Home Guard and the ARP. Mainwaring has decided to act out the fight between St. George and the Dragon - with him as St. George, of course.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:30pm (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 10

William the Conqueror has some trouble conquering the town of Ely; Greek philosopher Diogenes reveals his disgusting tactic for getting rid of people he doesn't like; a Saxon joins a modern dating agency, and there is a surprise in store for the people on Victorian Wife Swap.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30pm (repeat)
Hancock's Half Hour. Image shows from L to R: Sidney James (Sid James), Anthony Aloysius St John Hancock (Tony Hancock), Bill Kerr (Bill Kerr)

Hancock's Half Hour

Series 5, Episode 14 - Sunday Afternoon At Home

Anthony Aloysius St John Hancock is a loser whose plans and aspirations are continually ruined by bad luck, Sidney Balmoral James or, more often than not, by his own pomposity and ambition.

U&W channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Gavin (Mathew Horne), Stacey (Joanna Page), Smithy (James Corden), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Bryn (Rob Brydon), Nessa (Ruth Jones). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 3, Episode 5

It's Bank Holiday Monday and the Essex contingent arrives for a sunny day out at the beach. Doris even puts her sun dress on!

Comedy Central Extra 9pm (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.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 9pm (repeat)
Billy And Us. Billy Connolly. Copyright: BBC

Billy And Us

Episode 3 - Dirty Bits

Featuring some very frank chat from Billy as he looks back at his youthful sex education, or lack of it, and getting an idea of the basics from toilet walls. There is winching in closes and lots more, as the programme shows how Billy dealt with his own embarrassment, by shining a light on it, and inadvertently challenged the sexual mores of the time. And some noted Scottish female entertainers reveal how his comedy routines were a force for liberation at the time.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm (repeat)
Taskmaster. Image shows left to right: Greg Davies, Alex Horne

Taskmaster

A selection of three episodes from the challenging comedy hosted by Greg Davies and Little Alex Horne.

U&W channel logo 9:40pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Gavin (Mathew Horne), Stacey (Joanna Page), Smithy (James Corden), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Bryn (Rob Brydon), Nessa (Ruth Jones). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 3, Episode 6

Nessa and Dave's wedding is fast approaching and the preparations are in full swing. Stacey breaks some life-changing news to Gavin while Bryn and Jason finally put their big secret to bed.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Think The Unthinkable. Image shows from L to R: Owen (David Mitchell), Daisy de Vere (Catherine Shepherd), Ryan Packer (Marcus Brigstocke), Sophie Stott (Emma Kennedy). Copyright: BBC

Think The Unthinkable

Series 4, Episode 2 - Be Happy

The bumbling management consultants grapple with physical perfection for Phil's gym.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm
60 min
The Jonathan Ross Show. Jonathan Ross. Copyright: Hot Sauce / ITV Studios

The Jonathan Ross Show

Series 16, Episode 2 - Russell Howard, Katherine Jenkins, Daniel Mays, Dizzee Rascal

Jonathan is joined in the studio by guests comedian Russell Howard, classical singer Katherine Jenkins and Line Of Duty star Daniel Mays. Rapper Dizzee Rascal will be chatting about his career and performing live in the studio.

U&W channel logo 10:20pm (repeat)
The Catherine Tate Show. Catherine Tate

The Catherine Tate Show

Series 1, Episode 1

A young couple has to live in their car for their baby's sake, Claire is 'not drunk enough' and Nan accuses a social worker of stealing her clothes. Also, is Beyoncé "bling bling" or "bing bing"?

Comedy Central Extra 10:20pm (repeat)
Lee Evans Live At Her Majesty's Theatre. Lee Evans. Copyright: Little Mo Films

Lee Evans Live At Her Majesty's Theatre

Lee Evans captured at his hilarious best at Her Majesty's Theatre in London.

TNT Sports 1 logo 10:30pm (repeat)
The Football's On. Copyright: BT Sport

The Football's On

Series 5, Episode 2

Ian Stone is joined by Geoff Norcott and Ivo Graham.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 10:30pm (repeat)
The Farm. Image shows from L to R: Mother (Ann-Louise Ross), Jim MacDonald (Jim Smith), Donnie (Chris Forbes). Copyright: BBC

The Farm

Selection of episodes bundled together.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
The Lawrence Sweeney Mix. Image shows from L to R: Jim Sweeney, Josie Lawrence

The Lawrence Sweeney Mix

Series 2, Episode 1

The show continues to open and close with the audience shouting the credits. Josie quickly tries to get the upper hand by asking Jim to read details from a brochure. Jim cannot help laughing at the news of a 72 year old lady stuck in a Portaloo!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
Inside No. 9. Image shows from L to R: Andy (Steve Pemberton), George (Reece Shearsmith), Liz (Jane Horrocks). Copyright: BBC

Inside No. 9

Series 2, Episode 4 - Cold Comfort

It's Andy's first day as a volunteer at the Comfort Support Line call centre, which offers the lonely and desperate a chance to talk about their problems. All the CSL counsellors have their own ways of dealing with clients, coping with the emotional stress, and killing time between phone calls. But is Andy really prepared for what's to come?

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 11pm (repeat)
Ed Byrne. Copyright: Roslyn Gaunt

Ed Byrne: Spoiler Alert

Ed Byrne examines the issue of being spoiled.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Elis James. Copyright: Idil Sukan

State Of The Nations

Episode 1 - Wales

Elis James visits the Lyric Theatre in his home town of Carmarthen, where he is joined by Tudur Owen, Mike Bubbins and Kiri Pritchard-McLean.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 11pm (repeat)
Celebrity Juice. Leigh Francis

Celebrity Juice

Series 24, Episode 1

Keith Lemon returns to host another season of the outrageous game show, joined by new team captains Laura Whitmore and Emily Atack. The guests on this first edition are actor Will Mellor, Radio 1 DJ Clara Amfo, musician Tom Grennan and comedian Jimmy Carr.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm (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 2, Episode 4 - Old Grey Whistle Theft

The arrival of rebellious young priest Father Damien Lennon coincides with the theft of a whistle belonging to Mr Benson, the picnic area supervisor. Suspicion, however, falls upon Ted.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 11:25pm (repeat)
Play To The Whistle. Image shows from L to R: Jon Richardson, Anthony Joshua, Bradley Walsh, Seann Walsh, Holly Willoughby, Kevin Bridges, Romesh Ranganathan, Frank Lampard. Copyright: Hungry Bear Media

Play To The Whistle

Series 2, Episode 2

Holly, Frank, Bradley, Romesh and Seann are joined by boxer Anthony Joshua and comedians Kevin Bridges and Jon Richardson.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 11:30pm (repeat)
The World's End. Image shows from L to R: Andy Knight (Nick Frost), Gary King (Simon Pegg), Oliver (Martin Freeman). Copyright: STUDIOCANAL / Working Title Films

The World's End

Sci-fi comedy film about five friends attempting to recreate a legendary pub crawl, but the future looks rather bleak for both them and the world.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
The Mary Whitehouse Experience. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, David Baddiel, Steve Punt, Rob Newman. Copyright: BBC

The Mary Whitehouse Experience

Series 4, Episode 9

Radio show in which David Baddiel, Rob Newman, Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis provocatively undress various issues.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:40pm (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 2, Episode 5 - A Song For Europe

Ted and Dougal plan to enter Eurosong 1996, borrowing the music from a 1970s entry's long-forgotten B-side.

Comedy Central Extra 11:40pm (repeat)
Russell Howard & Mum. Image shows from L to R: Russell Howard, Ninette Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard & Mum

A selection of episodes from the first series of the travelling comedy.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40pm (repeat)
Inside No. 9. Image shows from L to R: Pat (Reece Shearsmith), Jim (Steve Pemberton). Copyright: BBC

Inside No. 9

Series 2, Episode 5 - Nana's Party

It is Nana's special day: it isn't every day you get to be 79.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 11:45pm (repeat)
There's Something About Movies. Image shows from L to R: Gemma Arterton, Tom Allen

There's Something About Movies

Series 3, Episode 1

Gemma Arterton, Jonathan Ross and Guz Khan are ready to put their movie knowledge to the test this week.

U&Dave channel logo 12:10am
60 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Image shows from L to R: Ian Hislop, Zoe Lyons, David Tennant, Johnny Mercer, Paul Merton

Have I Got News For You

Series 57, Episode 4

David Tennant guest hosts, with Ian Hislop and Paul Merton joined by MP Johnny Mercer and comedian Zoe Lyons.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:15am (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Episode 17

Sean Lock and Greg Davies take on Jon Richardson and Holly Walsh. Susie Dent is joined by Vic Reeves in Dictionary Corner, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20am (repeat)
This Time With Alan Partridge. Alan Partridge (Steve Coogan). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

This Time With Alan Partridge

A selection of episodes from the second series of the spoof magazine show co-hosted by Norwich's finest.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 12:50am (repeat)
The Russell Howard Hour. Rosie Jones. Copyright: Avalon Television

The Russell Howard Hour

Series 4, Episode 7

Russell unpicks tighter local government restrictions and chats to comedian Rosie Jones about disability and access in her new travelogue.

Comedy Central 1am (repeat)
Greatest Celebrity Wind-Ups Ever!

Greatest Celebrity Wind-Ups Ever!

Series 1, Episode 2

Joe Pasquale narrates another selection of clips of pranks pulled on celebrities. Highlights include Ant & Dec setting up Stephen Mulhern, and Anastacia appearing on Sweden's Idol singing show.

U&Dave channel logo 1:10am (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Jo Brand, Stephen Fry, Liza Tarbuck, Sue Perkins. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series J, Christmas Special - Jingle Bells

With Sarah Millican, Danny Baker and Phill Jupitus.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 1:15am (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 7 (Channel 4: Series 8), Episode 1

Jimmy Carr returns to host a brand new episode, with Sean Lock and Jason Manford going up against Jon Richardson and Roisin Conaty. Sam Simmons joins Countdown's resident lexicographer Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.

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Jon Richardson: Ultimate Worrier. Image shows from L to R: Jessie Cave, Darren Harriott, Jon Richardson, Richard Osman. Copyright: Talkback

Jon Richardson: Ultimate Worrier

Series 2, Episode 2 - Modern Living

Jon Richardson and guests Richard Osman, Jessie Cave and Darren Harriott discuss, categorise and rank worries to do with modern living - has inventing got out of hand, is magic dead, and what's lurking in Jon's search history?

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Ali G In Da USAiii. Sacha Baron Cohen. Copyright: Talkback Productions

Ali G In Da USAiii

Series 1, Episode 4 - Art

Borat investigates spiritual healing and visits a gym. Ali meets main man of medicine C. Everett Koop, and Green Party leader Ralph Nader, and joins an anti-nuclear protest in the desert.

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Inside No. 9. Image shows from L to R: Andy (Steve Pemberton), George (Reece Shearsmith), Liz (Jane Horrocks). Copyright: BBC

Inside No. 9

Series 2, Episode 4 - Cold Comfort

It's Andy's first day as a volunteer at the Comfort Support Line call centre, which offers the lonely and desperate a chance to talk about their problems. All the CSL counsellors have their own ways of dealing with clients, coping with the emotional stress, and killing time between phone calls. But is Andy really prepared for what's to come?

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Man About The House

Series 6, Episode 4 - The Sunshine Boys

George is saving up for something. Mildred notices his squirrelling away of little bits of money and puts a stop to it, so he decides to sell something instead. After a little digging he comes across an old, never-used sun-lamp of Mildred's...

Comedy Central 2:35am (repeat)
Ali G In Da USAiii. Sacha Baron Cohen. Copyright: Talkback Productions

Ali G In Da USAiii

Series 2, Episode 1 - Respek

The voice of youth meets Sam Donaldson, president of ABC Television, to talk about important issues such as Richard Nixon's 'Waterworld" crisis. Borat investigates a wine-tasting event in Mississippi and Bruno interviews a pastor who claims he can 'convert" homosexuals.

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Inside No. 9. Image shows from L to R: Pat (Reece Shearsmith), Jim (Steve Pemberton). Copyright: BBC

Inside No. 9

Series 2, Episode 5 - Nana's Party

It is Nana's special day: it isn't every day you get to be 79.

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Comedy Central At The Comedy Store. John Robins. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 5, Episode 9 - John Robins At The Comedy Store

Tonight's host John Robins is joined by the always wonderful Felicity Ward, the hilarious Brennan Reece and the cheeky Geordie Lauren Pattison at the legendary Comedy Store.

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Man About The House. Image shows from L to R: Chrissy Plummer (Paula Wilcox), Robin Tripp (Richard O'Sullivan), Jo (Sally Thomsett). Copyright: Thames Television

Man About The House

Series 6, Episode 5 - Mum Always Liked You Best

Robin's brother drops into town and immediately sweeps Chrissy off her feet, much to Robin's dismay.

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Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 10, Episode 7 - The Great Depression Of 1994

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

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Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Rich Hall, Jack Whitehall, Katherine Ryan. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 9, Episode 5 - Jack Whitehall, Katherine Ryan, Rich Hall

Jack Whitehall is joined by Katherine Ryan and Rich Hall.

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We Have Been Watching. Image shows from L to R: Jo Joyner, Johnny Vegas. Copyright: Crook Productions

We Have Been Watching

Episode 1

Top comedians and comedy actors, including David Baddiel, Richard Herring, Meera Syal and Josie Lawrence, sit down to watch and chat about classic comedy clips.

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Comedy Central At The Comedy Store. Phil Wang. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 5, Episode 10 - Phil Wang At The Comedy Store

Phil Wang hosts this evening's show from the legendary Comedy Store in London. Joining him are the side splitting Stephen Bailey, the exceptional Huge Davis and the fabulous Sophie Willan.

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Zapped. Image shows from L to R: Steg (Kenneth Collard), Brian (James Buckley)

Zapped

Series 3, Episode 4 - Barrel

Herman relaunches the pub, new look, new drinks and an advert in the local paper. But when Brian collects the wrong barrel from the docks the entire gang end up trapped inside. Meanwhile the deadly disease of Woodpox is sweeping through Munty.

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This Time With Alan Partridge

Series 1, Episode 6

Faced with some of the toughest challenges that live TV can throw at a man - rancour behind the scenes, a viewer in danger, a segment on ladies fashion - Alan calls on 'Sidekick' Simon Denton to step up to the plate. But will they sink or swim?

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Have I Got News For You. Image shows from L to R: Ian Hislop, Zoe Lyons, David Tennant, Johnny Mercer, Paul Merton

Have I Got News For You

Series 57, Episode 4

David Tennant guest hosts, with Ian Hislop and Paul Merton joined by MP Johnny Mercer and comedian Zoe Lyons.

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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 2, Episode 4 - Old Grey Whistle Theft

The arrival of rebellious young priest Father Damien Lennon coincides with the theft of a whistle belonging to Mr Benson, the picnic area supervisor. Suspicion, however, falls upon Ted.

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French Fields. Image shows from L to R: William Fields (Anton Rodgers), Hester Fields (Julia McKenzie). Copyright: Thames Television

French Fields

Series 2, Episode 1 - Long Leggedy Beasties And Things That Go Bump In The Night

William and Hester find themselves at odds with the neighbours after farmer Monsieur Dax sets up a scarecrow. Meanwhile, Hester's in search of 'situations vacant'.

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