British Comedy Guide

Schedule Wednesday 9th December 2020

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (repeat)
Only When I Laugh. Image shows from L to R: Dr. Gordon Thorpe (Richard Wilson), Roy Figgis (James Bolam), Norman Binns (Christopher Strauli), Archie Glover (Peter Bowles). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

Only When I Laugh

Series 4, Episode 3 - All In The Mind

Figgis finds psychiatry a fascinating subject and proceeds to analyse the other members of the ward with a word association test.

Talking Pictures TV 6:05am (repeat)
Two On The Tiles. Image shows from L to R: Dick Lawson (Hugh McDermott), Madeleine (Ingeborg Wells)

Two On The Tiles

A husband and wife are blackmailed by their butler with evidence of separate nights out.

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

Timmy Time

Series 1, Episode 18 - Timmy Needs A Bath

After a game of football, muddy Timmy is determined not to have a bath.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
Start/Stop. Barney (Jack Docherty). Copyright: BBC

Start/Stop

Series 1, Episode 1

This week a trip to a classical concert poses difficulties for everyone.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:10am (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 2, Episode 1

Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:10am (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 2, Episode 39 - Snowed In

Shaun and his chums awake to find the farm covered in snow. But while the sheep are enjoying themselves having a massive snowball fight, they are all unaware that the farmer is snowed inside the farmhouse and trying desperately to escape.

U&Drama channel logo 7:15am (repeat)
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph), Tracey Stubbs (Linda Robson). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

Series 5, Episode 9 - East Side Story

Tracey is worried that her son Garth is missing out on life. Meanwhile, Sharon has planned an evening out with Tracey and Dorien, but Dorien has agreed to babysit her teenage neice, Rosa. They decide to leave Rosa and Garth together while they go out, but when they are away, romance blossoms.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:20am (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 37 - Rodent Recall

Danger Mouse and Penfold are in a training simulation when one of DM's flying kicks damages the holodeck with catastrophic consequences.

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

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 9 - Lambert-Fisher Glacier, Antarctica

When Grandmaster Glitch builds his effigy in ice, his digging threatens the Lambert Glacier in Antarctica.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Sandi Toksvig

Sandi Toksvig's Hygge

Series 1, Episode 1

As the nights draw in we want some comfort and Sandi plus guests Grayson Perry and Sindhu Vee aim to bring it as they explore the Danish notion of 'hygge'.

U&Drama channel logo 7:45am (repeat)
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph), Tracey Stubbs (Linda Robson). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

Series 5, Episode 10 - Find The Lady

Tracey and Sharon need help to understand their husband's tax returns. As the wife of an accountant, Dorien helps them out. They discover that Tracey's husband Darryl has invested well and now has a large sum to look forward to in his pension, but Sharon's husband Chris was less well advised. Sharon tracks down a mystery financial advisor to explain...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:50am (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 2, Episode 2

Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:55am (repeat)
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 13 - Plipp And Zopp

Bitz and Bob are on the lookout for spaceships in the Big Hot Sandy Desert when a rocket crash-lands near them.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (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 6, Episode 7 - Fred's Pie Stall

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 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
After Henry. Image shows from L to R: Sarah France (Prunella Scales), Clare (Geraldine Cowper), Eleanor (Joan Sanderson). Copyright: BBC

After Henry

Series 4, Episode 6 - Family Album

Eleanor's old snaps spark arguments with Sarah over the past.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:35am (repeat)
Justin's House. Image shows from L to R: Justin (Justin Fletcher), Little Monster, Robert the Robert (Steven Kynman). Copyright: BBC

Justin's House

Series 4, Episode 12 - Once Upon A Time

Little Monster has gone off books, so whilst Justin and Robert are on a pirate nightout with Cook and Line, Cat tries to reignite Little Monster's passion for stories.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40am (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 2, Special - From Here To Paternity

Jed, Elgin and Bryan are convinced a mythical creature is stalking Winterdown Farm.

CITV 8:50am (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 3 - A Whaley Good Time

Fuzzypeg eats the Spuds' fish supper and Dave has to catch another. Things look up when he hooks something, but it turns out to be a whale.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 9am (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 2, Episode 2 - Love Me, Love My Tree

The Abbott and Lewis families have an almighty falling out over the pruning of a cherry tree. Both sides end up trying to sell their homes.

CITV 9:05am (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 4 - Born Free

George takes Dave on an adventure camping, but Dave isn't sure it's a great idea. He's proved right when they both wake up in a bear's cave.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 9:10am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 3, Episode 9 - Why Pay Tax

No job is routine - and when Barry the Bookie loses his money, Terry loses his heart.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 3, Episode 16 - More About Fitting Together

The Twirlywoos watch a lady trying to make a picnic bench, fitting planks of wood together. Her dog comes to tell her it is time for a walk. Whilst she is away, the Twirlywoos start fitting together the planks of wood, but are they following the instructions for the picnic bench or making something completely different?

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 9:30am (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 2, Episode 3 - It's All In The Mind

When Sid hears Sally reciting lines for a school play, misunderstandings are bound to occur. Mike's latest work of art isn't much helping matters.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
Life In London

Life In London

Episode 4, High And Low Life: Pierce charms his way out of financial difficulty by telling tales of his dissolute companions' misadventures drinking in the East End and hobnobbing in high society - where Jerry falls for the seductive charms of Lady Wanton.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40am (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

A selection of three Christmas specials from Britain's longest-running sitcom.

CITV 9:55am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 3, Episode 12 - Eau De Bean

Mr. Bean accidentally spills all of Mrs. Wicket's new, expensive perfume on the floor. Can he hide the crime and cover his tracks?

Talking Pictures TV 10am (repeat)
Robin's Nest. Image shows from L to R: Vicky (Tessa Wyatt), Robin Tripp (Richard O'Sullivan). Copyright: Thames Television

Robin's Nest

Series 2, Episode 1 - As Long As He Needs Me

Vicky's father, James, is his usual awkward, accident-prone self. Because Vicky has to look after him, Robin is left to manage the bistro himself - or, more precisely, with the help of Albert, his brandy-swigging Irish kitchen help.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 10:05am (repeat)
Outside Edge. Image shows from L to R: Maggie Costello (Josie Lawrence), Kevin Costello (Timothy Spall), Miriam Dervish (Brenda Blethyn), Roger Dervish (Robert Daws). Copyright: Central Independent Television

Outside Edge

Series 2, Episode 1

Roger's struggling to win back Mim's trust, and is struggling to know what to say to reassure and calm her fears. Meanwhile, the team's suffering a sudden onslaught of medical emergencies and inflated egos, and Rodge is desperate not to ask their opponents to lend them a man.

CITV 10:05am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 3, Episode 13 - Running On Empty

Mr Bean is on his way to the seaside when the Mini runs out of petrol. Undeterred he manages to get a push, but for some reason the do-gooders don't want to push him all the way to the beach!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:10am (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Gemma Whelan. Copyright: Lion Television

Horrible Histories

Series 7, Episode 8 - Ruthless Rulers

A look at the most ruthless rulers of all time. Henry VIII is so demanding he has a brick wall built at his bedroom door every night, those vicious Vikings find that sorry seems to be the hardest word, hold your nose in Versailles, because Louis XIV hasn't got any loos, and rock out with the Warlords from Hell.

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

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 20 - The New Poster

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

Talking Pictures TV 10:30am (repeat)
Those People Next Door

Those People Next Door

A repeat of this 1953 film.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 10:35am (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 3 - It's Good To Talk

Martin has decided he will be the one to move out of the surgery to allow Louisa the space she needs, which Louisa does really appreciate.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:05am (repeat)
Danny & Mick. Image shows from L to R: Danny (Danny Adams), Mick (Mick Potts). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Danny & Mick

Series 2, Episode 5 - Dress To Impress

Danny gets stuck inside Joy's favourite dress - and somehow, so does Mick!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:15am (repeat)
Danny & Mick. Image shows from L to R: Danny (Danny Adams), Mick (Mick Potts). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Danny & Mick

Series 2, Episode 6 - Date To Remember

Danny and Mick's dad is back wanting romance tips for a big date. Unfortunately for the boys, it's with Joy!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:25am (repeat)
Class Dismissed. Copyright: BBC

Class Dismissed

Series 3, Episode 4 - Broken Boiler

The school boiler breaks and the heating won't come on. As the school gets colder and colder, panic spreads. Can the boiler be fixed, or will everyone freeze forever?

Radio 4 11:30am (repeat)
Our Friend Victoria. Daniel Rigby. Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

ReincarNathan

Series 1, Episode 4 - Mayfly

Nathan Blakely is given a chance to get back to being human again, only if he can live a good life in 24 hours as a mayfly.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (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 6, Episode 7 - Fred's Pie Stall

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.

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

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 3, Episode 13 - Helpful Waffle

Waffle tries to help his friend, Pepper, find a new owner.

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

Timmy Time

Series 3, Episode 8 - Ballerina Timmy

Timmy is enthralled by Mittens's new music box, which has a splendid ballerina on top.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:25pm (repeat)
Hank Zipzer. Hank Zipzer (Nick James)

Hank Zipzer

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

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
After Henry. Image shows from L to R: Sarah France (Prunella Scales), Clare (Geraldine Cowper), Eleanor (Joan Sanderson). Copyright: BBC

After Henry

Series 4, Episode 6 - Family Album

Eleanor's old snaps spark arguments with Sarah over the past.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1pm (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 1, Special - One Flew Over The Cuckoo Clock

Boycie and Marlene are invited to spend Christmas in Switzerland with some new friends they met at the Agricultural Ball to discuss a new business venture. Is this the entrance to High Society that they are looking for? However, nothing goes to plan and they miss the surprise laid on for them by old friends.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:05pm (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 three Christmas specials from Britain's longest-running sitcom.

Radio 4 2:15pm (repeat)
Paddington Station. Copyright: BBC

Where This Service Will...

Episode 1 - Where This Service Will Connect

Five months after they last met, Suzie turns up unannounced at David's office.

BBC Two 3pm (repeat)
The Pure Hell Of St. Trinian's. Flash Harry (George Cole). Copyright: Vale Film Productions / STUDIOCANAL

The Pure Hell Of St. Trinian's

A compassionate professor takes over St. Trinian's after the girls burn the school down, but there is more to his plans than meets the eye.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:10pm (repeat)
Diddy TV. Copyright: BBC

Diddy TV

Series 4, Episode 8 - Don't Touch The Box

Diddy TV proudly presents a brand new medieval entertainment show, Strictly Come Lancing. Also featuring a talent show where the judges get their just desserts.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:25pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Special - Lost

Tricked into a town-wide clean-up, Dennis and Walter are paired up against their will.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 3:45pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 3, Episode 10 - Broken Arrow

Arthur's latest flight of fancy takes him into the world of darts, but has he hit the bullseye with Welsh wizard Dafydd?

CITV 4pm (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?

CITV 4:15pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 9 - Crush

Dave gets a girlfriend who turns out to be an alien. And she turns out to bear a striking similarity to a everyday household item.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:20pm (repeat)
Danny & Mick. Image shows from L to R: Danny (Danny Adams), Mick (Mick Potts). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Danny & Mick

Series 2, Episode 8 - Give Us A Ring

When Pottsfield's poshest customer loses her diamond ring, Danny and Mick turn the leisure centre upside down trying to find it!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30pm (repeat)
Life In London

Life In London

Episode 4, High And Low Life: Pierce charms his way out of financial difficulty by telling tales of his dissolute companions' misadventures drinking in the East End and hobnobbing in high society - where Jerry falls for the seductive charms of Lady Wanton.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:45pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 18 - Svalbard Global Seed Vault, Norway

When Ubercorn gets trapped inside an icy mountain, Glitch has to save his old teammate.

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

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 3, Christmas Special - Waffle's First Christmas

It's the eve of Waffle's first Christmas with the Brooklyn-Bells. Mrs Hobbs is invited, and Gramps has knitted a Christmas jumper. Waffle learns about Santa and really wants to meet him.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
Start/Stop. Barney (Jack Docherty). Copyright: BBC

Start/Stop

Series 1, Episode 1

This week a trip to a classical concert poses difficulties for everyone.

U&Drama channel logo 5:20pm (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Series 8, Episode 5 - Future Imperfect

After Lionel's financial fears, Alistair suggests he sells the house in Hampshire. Salvation to the dilemma comes from an unlikely quarter.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:20pm (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 5:30pm (repeat)
Sandi Toksvig

Sandi Toksvig's Hygge

Series 1, Episode 1

As the nights draw in we want some comfort and Sandi plus guests Grayson Perry and Sindhu Vee aim to bring it as they explore the Danish notion of 'hygge'.

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

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 5, Episode 7

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

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Sandi Toksvig

Sandi Toksvig's Hygge

Series 1, Episode 2

As the nights draw in we want some comfort and Sandi, news vroadcaster Clive Myrie and comedian Bridget Christie aim to bring it as they explore the Danish notion of 'hygge'.

Talking Pictures TV 6:35pm (repeat)
The Rebel. Anthony Hancock (Tony Hancock). Copyright: STUDIOCANAL

The Rebel

Comedy starring Tony Hancock as a bored London office clerk who begins to make waves on the Parisian art scene.

U&Drama channel logo 6:40pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 5, Episode 8

Hyacinth is still eager to join Emmet's production of The Boyfriend and drops in at the church hall before a sophisticated barbecue at Violet's.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (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 6, Episode 7 - Fred's Pie Stall

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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:10pm (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, Christmas Special - The Jolly Boys' Outing

It's the Nags Head's annual jamboree down to Margate and the Trotters head for the seaside. But with Rodney getting arrested and the coach blowing up the trip is hardly a bundle of laughs...

U&Drama channel logo 7:20pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 26, Episode 9 - Lot No. 8

Auntie Wainwright is rather pleased with herself when she lands a bargain at an auction. Unfortunately, she doesn't know what she has bought, or what to do with it when she gets it home.

BBC One Wales. Copyright: BBC 7:30pm
30 min
Tudur's TV Flashback. Tudur Owen

TV Flashback

Series 4, Episode 3 - Nature

Tudur's back with more wonderful Welsh telly clips. This week's topic is nature.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 7:30pm (repeat)
Still Open All Hours. Willis (Dean Smith)

Still Open All Hours

Series 6, Episode 4

Mr Newbold goes to the library in the hope of meeting up with Mrs Rossi, while Eric and Cyril finally get their wives to go camping.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
After Henry. Image shows from L to R: Sarah France (Prunella Scales), Clare (Geraldine Cowper), Eleanor (Joan Sanderson). Copyright: BBC

After Henry

Series 4, Episode 6 - Family Album

Eleanor's old snaps spark arguments with Sarah over the past.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 7:30pm (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.

U&Dave channel logo 7:40pm (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?

Series 5, Episode 1

Rob Brydon is back in the host's chair for the fifth series of this comedy panel show. David Mitchell is joined by Rebecca Front and Jack Whitehall, and Lee Mack is joined by Nick Hewer and Miranda Hart.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:50pm (repeat)
Hank Zipzer. Image shows from L to R: Hank Zipzer (Nick James), Mr Rock (Henry Winkler)

Hank Zipzer

Series 3, Episode 11 - Christmas In July

Only Hank Zipzer would think of holding Christmas in the middle of summer.

CITV 8pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 3, Episode 12 - Eau De Bean

Mr. Bean accidentally spills all of Mrs. Wicket's new, expensive perfume on the floor. Can he hide the crime and cover his tracks?

CITV 8:15pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 3, Episode 13 - Running On Empty

Mr Bean is on his way to the seaside when the Mini runs out of petrol. Undeterred he manages to get a push, but for some reason the do-gooders don't want to push him all the way to the beach!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:15pm (repeat)
So Awkward Files. Copyright: Channel X

So Awkward Files

Episode 5 - Rufus and Martha

Rufus is miserable because all his answers point to him being a failure. Martha attempts to raise his spirits by reminding of his many talents - like being musical, stylish and slightly above average at chess.

U&Dave channel logo 8:20pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series L, Episode 4 - Levity

With Sue Perkins, Frank Skinner and Josh Widdicombe.

U&Yesterday channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Nurse Gladys Emmanuel (Lynda Baron), Granville (David Jason), Albert Arkwright (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: BBC

Open All Hours

A selection of episodes from the second series of the cornershop sitcom.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC / BocPix

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Christmas 2014, Christmas Special - Mammy's Tickled Pink

The arrival of a large box for Cathy has Agnes intrigued...and she's even more intrigued when she realises that she's the only family member who doesn't know what's inside it!

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm (repeat)
Taskmaster. Johnny Vegas. Copyright: Avalon Television

Taskmaster

Series 10, Episode 8 - Moments Of Silence

Greg Davies presents another assortment of absurd assignments, as Alex Horne tries to ignore Richard Herring hiding menacingly in a bush, Katherine Parkinson pays a visit to the fridge, Mawaan Rizwan steals a cup of tea and Johnny Vegas takes a tumble.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen K Amos, Sandi Toksvig, Sara Pascoe, Jason Manford. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series P, Episode 8 - Plants

With Sara Pascoe, Stephen K. Amos and Jason Manford.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40pm (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC / BocPix

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Christmas 2014, New Year Special - Mammy's Gamble

After a spate of burglaries in the local area, Agnes is determined to make sure she doesn't fall victim to the recent crime wave.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm (repeat)
Hot Fuzz. Image shows from L to R: Sgt Nicholas Angel (Simon Pegg), PC Danny Butterman (Nick Frost). Copyright: Working Title Films

Hot Fuzz

Hit comedy film from Simon Pegg, Nick Frost and Edgar Wright. PC Nicholas Angel transfers from London's Met Police to the sleepy village of Sandford.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 10pm (repeat)
Rab C. Nesbitt. Rab C. Nesbitt (Gregor Fisher). Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Rab C. Nesbitt

Series 5, Episode 6 - Father

Rab is visiting his father's graveside and meets up with his long lost and deranged brother Gash.

BBC Two 10pm
45 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Romesh Ranganathan, Sandi Toksvig, Jason Manford, Holly Walsh. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series O, Christmas Special - O Christmas

Sandi Toksvig hosts the QI Christmas Special. Learn the best way to wrap an awkwardly-shaped present and get the wine stains out of your carpet, amongst other things. With Holly Walsh, Jason Manford and Romesh Ranganathan (and his mother Shanthi).

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
40 min
Meet The Richardsons. Image shows from L to R: Jon (Jon Richardson), Johnny Vegas

Meet The Richardsons

Meet The Richardsons At Christmas, Episode 1

The families attempt to create the perfect Christmas for daughter Elsie. Jon is against the commercialisation of the season and wants to keep the season as pure, but Lucy just wants a big tree.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Sandi Toksvig

Sandi Toksvig's Hygge

Series 1, Episode 1

As the nights draw in we want some comfort and Sandi plus guests Grayson Perry and Sindhu Vee aim to bring it as they explore the Danish notion of 'hygge'.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm
50 min
The Emily Atack Show. Emily Atack. Copyright: Monkey Kingdom

The Emily Atack Show

Series 1, Episode 6 - Growing Up

This week's theme is growing up: having turned 30, Emily reflects on the struggles of trying to pretend she's an adult. She candidly talks about her teen years when she wanted to be the drunkest person at a party to, in a blink of an eye, being in her 30s and pretending not to be drunk at a baby shower.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20pm (repeat)
The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Dave Best (Craig Cash), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Antony Royle (Ralf Little)

The Royle Family

Christmas Special - Joe's Crackers

It's Christmas Day at the Royles' and Barbara is up to her eyes in it as Jim is out of action due to an unfortunate incident in the precinct.

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Scot Squad. Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Scot Squad

Series 1, Episode 3

The officers attend to noisy neighbours, an ice cream van man serving hard liquor and a raid on an arcade.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Arthur Smith's Balham Bash. Arthur Smith. Copyright: BBC

Arthur Smith's Balham Bash

Series 1, Episode 1

Paul Sinha in the lounge, Milton Jones in the bedroom and Glenn Tilbrook in the kitchen provide music and nourishment in the shape of Welsh rarebit. Pippa Evans, as singer-songwriter Loretta Maine, lends a hand too.

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Chris Addison, Dara O Briain, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 12, Highlights Special

A selection of extended highlights and unseen hilarity from the twelfth series of Mock The Week.

Radio 4 11pm
15 min
Felicity Ward - Appisodes. Felicity Ward. Copyright: Matt Stronge

Felicity Ward - Appisodes

Series 2, Episode 1 - Pregnancy

Stand-up Felicity Ward tries to solve her mental health issues, one app at a time. This week, she purchases the pregnancy app "Do It With Daisy" (voiced by Lou Sanders).

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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.

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The Trouble With Maggie Cole. Image shows from L to R: Jill Wheadon (Julie Hesmondhalgh), Marcus Ormansby (Patrick Robinson). Copyright: Genial Productions

The Trouble With Maggie Cole

Episode 3

Peter Cole is jittery about the press interest from Maggie's interview and the online petition calling for his resignation over the scandal.

Radio 4 11:15pm (repeat)
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Matt Berry Interviews...

Episode 4 - Kenneth Williams

Matt presents his interview with Kenneth Williams in the vestry of Warwick Cathedral in 1979.

U&Dave channel logo 11:20pm (repeat)
Taskmaster. Image shows from L to R: Phil Wang, Rhod Gilbert. Copyright: Avalon Television

Taskmaster

Series 7, Episode 6 - A Coquettish Fascinator

At the halfway stage, all contestants, with the possible exception of Phil Wang, still have high hopes of winning. Kerry Godliman and Jessica Knappett resort to soapy violence.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
The Shuttleworths. John Shuttleworth (Graham Fellows). Copyright: BBC

The Shuttleworths

John Shuttleworth's Open Mind, Episode 4 - Fairies

During a visit to his pond, Ken is delighted to discover fairies frolicking in the sky. But John struggles to keep an open mind.

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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

Series 2, Christmas Special

The Jazz Club puts a new spin on 'We Wish You a Merry Christmas'.

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The Jonathan Ross Show. Jonathan Ross. Copyright: Hot Sauce / ITV Studios

The Jonathan Ross Show

Series 16, Episode 8 - Michael Palin, Kylie Minogue, Davina McCall, Mo Gilligan, Joel Dommett

The host is joined on tonight's show by guests Michael Palin and Kylie Minogue, as well as his co-stars on the next series of The Masked Singer, Davina McCallMo Gilligan and Joel Dommett.

Comedy Central Midnight (repeat)
Kevin Bridges - The Story So Far. Kevin Bridges. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Kevin Bridges - The Story So Far

Scottish stand-up Kevin Bridges performs his 2010 live show in front of a packed Glasgow audience.

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The Russell Howard Hour. Richard Herring. Copyright: Avalon Television

The Russell Howard Hour

Series 4, Episode 12

Join Russell as he delves into the new coronavirus vaccine, and chats to comedian and podcast pioneer Richard Herring.

U&Dave channel logo 12:20am (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?

Series 5, Episode 2

Rob Brydon is back in the host's chair for another edition. David is joined by Robert Webb and Terry Wogan, and Lee is joined by Katy Wix and Kevin Bridges.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40am (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC / BocPix

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Christmas 2014, Christmas Special - Mammy's Tickled Pink

The arrival of a large box for Cathy has Agnes intrigued...and she's even more intrigued when she realises that she's the only family member who doesn't know what's inside it!

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Shopping With Keith Lemon. Gino D'Acampo. Copyright: Talkback

Shopping With Keith Lemon

Series 2, Episode 7 - Gino D'Acampo & Lady Leshurr

Italian chef and presenter Gino D'Acampo teaches Keith how to make pizza and pasta at one of his restaurants, and Keith takes rapper Lady Leshurr to an adventure farm park.

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The Green Man. Harry Hawkins (Alastair Sim). Copyright: STUDIOCANAL / British Lion

Comedy Legends

Series 3, Episode 9 - Alastair Sim

Barry Cryer examines Alastair Sim's work as a comic actor and why he should be remembered as a comedy legend.

Comedy Central Extra 1am (repeat)
Russell Howard & Mum. Image shows from L to R: Ninette Howard, Russell Howard

Russell Howard & Mum

Globetrotters - Series 1, Episode 6 - Going Wild In Thailand

Russell and Ninette have arrived in Northern Thailand, Chiang Mai to commune with nature - they visit a sanctuary to give some TLC to rescue elephants, are faced with milking deadly cobras and create their own jungle crib.

U&Dave channel logo 1am (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series L, Episode 5 - Lenses

With Jo Brand, Phill Jupitus and Josh Widdicombe.

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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.

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Mrs. Brown's Boys. Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC / BocPix

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Christmas 2014, New Year Special - Mammy's Gamble

After a spate of burglaries in the local area, Agnes is determined to make sure she doesn't fall victim to the recent crime wave.

U&Dave channel logo 1:40am (repeat)
Meet The Richardsons. Image shows from L to R: Jon (Jon Richardson), Johnny Vegas

Meet The Richardsons

Meet The Richardsons At Christmas, Episode 1

The families attempt to create the perfect Christmas for daughter Elsie. Jon is against the commercialisation of the season and wants to keep the season as pure, but Lucy just wants a big tree.

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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, Christmas Special - The Jolly Boys' Outing

It's the Nags Head's annual jamboree down to Margate and the Trotters head for the seaside. But with Rodney getting arrested and the coach blowing up the trip is hardly a bundle of laughs...

Comedy Central Extra 2am (repeat)
Dara O Briain

Dara O Briain - Crowd Tickler

TV edit of Dara O Briain's 2015 stand-up show, Crowd Ticker.

Talking Pictures TV 2:10am (repeat)
Somewhere In Camp. Private Randle (Frank Randle)

Somewhere In Camp

Comedy about the inhabitants of an army camp during the Second World War.

U&Dave channel logo 2:35am
50 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Jimmy Carr, Sandi Toksvig, Lee Mack, Alice Levine. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series P, Episode 10 - Pain & Punishment

With Jimmy Carr, Lee Mack and Alice Levine.

Comedy Central Extra 3am (repeat)
Roast Battle. Image shows from L to R: Mark Watson, Andrew Maxwell

Roast Battle

Series 2, Episode 3

Real-life couple Catherine Bohart and Sarah Keyworth battle it out, as do Mark Watson and Andrew Maxwell.

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The Stand Up Sketch Show. Helen Bauer

The Stand Up Sketch Show

Series 2, Episode 3

This week's routines come from comedians including Lily Phillips, Dane Baptiste, Nigel Ng, Ivo Graham, Helen Bauer, Seann Walsh, Luke McQueen and Matt Richardson.

U&Dave channel logo 3:25am (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Chris Addison, Dara O Briain, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 12, Highlights Special

A selection of extended highlights and unseen hilarity from the twelfth series of Mock The Week.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30am (repeat)
Life In London

Life In London

Episode 4, High And Low Life: Pierce charms his way out of financial difficulty by telling tales of his dissolute companions' misadventures drinking in the East End and hobnobbing in high society - where Jerry falls for the seductive charms of Lady Wanton.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
Start/Stop. Barney (Jack Docherty). Copyright: BBC

Start/Stop

Series 1, Episode 1

This week a trip to a classical concert poses difficulties for everyone.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
Sandi Toksvig

Sandi Toksvig's Hygge

Series 1, Episode 1

As the nights draw in we want some comfort and Sandi plus guests Grayson Perry and Sindhu Vee aim to bring it as they explore the Danish notion of 'hygge'.

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