British Comedy Guide

Schedule Saturday 19th December 2020

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:20am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 2, Episode 17 - Open And Close

The Twirlywoos are at a theatre, where they watch the stage manager pressing a button which opens and closes the curtains.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:50am (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.

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

Mr Bean

Series 3, Episode 4 - Big Stink

Mr Bean crashes his mini into a pool of slurry and is desperate to get himself and his car - and poor Teddy - clean again!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:15am (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 25 - Megahurtz Attacks

Danger Mouse's attempts to boost Penfold's confidence backfire when it leads to a ferocious games monster escaping into the real world.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 7:20am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 3, Episode 5 - Birthday Bother

It's Irma's birthday. Bean writes out two cards - one nice, one silly. He gets his envelopes mixed up and sends off the wrong card.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:25am (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 8 - Night Of The Living Veg

Mrs Creecher uses the school's allotment to hold Class 3C's 'Biggest Veg' competition.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:30am (repeat)
Chef!. Image shows from L to R: Everton Stonehead (Roger Griffiths), Gareth Blackstock (Lenny Henry)

Chef!

Series 1, Christmas Special - A Bird In The Hand

"I hate seeing ingredients walking about," complains Janice when she and her husband, chef Gareth Blackstock, visit a free-range turkey farm in preparation for Christmas at Le Chateau Anglais restaurant.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:55am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Christmas Special - Christmas Island, Indian Ocean

Grandmaster Glitch thinks all his Christmases have come at once when his grimbots take him to visit Christmas Island in the Indian Ocean.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8am (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 3, Episode 7

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

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 8:20am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 4, Episode 3 - High Drains Pilferer

Terry has the misfortune to be driving for mobster Micky the Fish when his mistress's jewellery is stolen.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:30am (repeat)
Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Series 3, Christmas Special - Timmy's Christmas Surprise

It's Christmas Eve and Timmy and his friends are very excited. But a blizzard outside means that everyone is going to have to have a sleepover at the nursery.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
Life In London

Life In London

Episode 5, The Show Folks: Pierce adapts his work into a play - but on opening night, his friends spend most of their time in the bar. Jerry rescues a damsel in distress in Bartholomew Fair, and once more falls under the seductive charms of Lady Wanton.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:40am
15 min
Big Fat Like. Image shows from L to R: Joseph Elliott, Richard David-Caine. Copyright: BBC

Big Fat Like

Episode 5

More crazy sketches from the bizarre world of the internet. Including the top 5 food and drink fails, Chloe and Maddison's vlog featuring their favourite products and meet the very strange Harvey Steel.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:55am (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 3, Episode 8

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

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
Radio Active. Image shows left to right: Angus Deayton, Philip Pope, Helen Atkinson-Wood, Michael Fenton Stevens

Radio Active

Series 3, Christmas Special - Radio Active's Christmas Turkey

Crackers for all as the Radio Active festive season of one show plunges into the myth behind the Nativity, a super under-12 carol competition for all the family, and Nigel Pry cheering up the chronics at the local hospital.

CITV 9:25am (repeat)
Arthur Christmas. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Arthur Christmas

Aardman 3D-animation movie for Christmas 2011 about the kind-hearted but clumsy son of Santa Claus. Starring James McAvoy.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
The Masterson Inheritance. Image shows from L to R: Phelim McDermott, Josie Lawrence, Jim Sweeney, Caroline Quentin, Lee Simpson, Paul Merton. Copyright: BBC

The Masterson Inheritance

1993 Christmas Special - The Stuffing of the Mastersons

The family face repercussions from a child's innocent gift.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:35am (repeat)
Citizen Khan. Image shows from L to R: Alia (Bhavna Limbachia), Mr Khan (Adil Ray), Shazia (Maya Sondhi), Amjad (Abdullah Afzal), Mrs Khan (Shobu Kapoor). Copyright: BBC

Citizen Khan

Series 3, Christmas Special - A Khan Family Christmas

It's Christmas Eve, ten months after Shazia and Amjad's wedding. Mr Khan is feeling extremely festive.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10am (repeat)
Nativity!. Copyright: Mirrorball Films

Nativity!

A British comedy film about a frustrated under-achieving teacher trying to put on a festive play. Stars Martin Freeman.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10am (repeat)
Dame Hilda Bracket and Dr Evadne Hinge. Image shows from L to R: Patrick Fyffe, George Logan. Copyright: BBC

Christmas Night With Dr Evadne Hinge And Dame Hilda Bracket

Festive special with Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10am (repeat)
The Epic Adventures Of Morph

The Epic Adventures Of Morph

Morph - Five Epic Adventures. Stop-motion animated comedy featuring Morph, his sidekick Chas and their old friends Delilah, Grandmorph and the Very Small Creatures.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:10am (repeat)
My Hero. Image shows from L to R: Janet Dawkins (Emily Joyce), George Sunday (Ardal O'Hanlon). Copyright: Big Bear Films

My Hero

Series 1, Christmas Special - My Hero Christmas

George tries to get into the spirit of Christmas by creeping into the houses of Janet's parents, Mrs Raven and her boss Piers on Christmas Eve dressed as Santa to leave them all presents. This doesn't go down as well as he had planned, and Christmas dinner is a bit of a miserable affair - until George appears with the real Father Christmas who has a special present. for everyone.

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

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 25 - Panto Palaver

When the actors for Mr Slater's pantomime don't turn up, Sooty, Sweep and Soo perform instead. Will The Wicked Bunny have Little Blue Riding Hood for his supper, or can Sooty the woodcutter come to her rescue?

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 10:25am (repeat)
GiggleQuiz. Justin Fletcher. Copyright: BBC

GiggleQuiz

Series 2, Christmas Special - A Giggle Quizmas

Christmas quiz packed with funny festive clips, Gigglepresents and a Christmas singalong.

Radio 4 10:30am
30 min
You're Dead To Me

You're Dead To Me

Series 2, Episode 6 - LGBTQ History

From Molly Houses to secret diaries, Greg Jenner discovers the real-life stories that make up the history of the LGBT community. He is joined by comedian Suzi Ruffell and Dr Justin Bengry, historian and creator of the world's first masters degree in Queer History.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30am (repeat)
Round The Horne. Image shows left to right: Kenneth Williams, Hugh Paddick, Betty Marsden, Kenneth Horne, June Ellis. Credit: BBC

Round The Horne

Series 3, Christmas Special

Baron Hardup's daughters battle to go to Prince Charming's ball in Armpit Theatre's production of Cinderella.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:50am (repeat)
A Grand Day Out With Wallace And Gromit. Credit: BBC, Channel 4 Television Corporation, Aardman Animations

A Grand Day Out With Wallace And Gromit

Oscar-nominated claymation in which a Yorkshireman and his canine companion venture to the Moon.

Talking Pictures TV 11am (repeat)
The Big Blockade. Skipper (Will Hay). Copyright: Ealing Studios / STUDIOCANAL

The Big Blockade

Wartime propaganda film with a comic edge, illustrating the importance of waging economic battle against German industry and manufacturing.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 11am (repeat)
Carry On Camping. Image shows from L to R: Sid Boggle (Sid James), Bernie Lugg (Bernard Bresslaw). Copyright: ITV Studios

Carry On Camping

Sid James and Bernard Bresslaw play a pair of likely lads who try to take their prudish girlfriends to a nudist holiday camp.

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

Fighting Talk

Series 18, Episode 15

Former cricketer and broadcaster Charles Dagnall, football broadcaster Lynsey Hooper, comedian Kojo and sports journalist Jim White join Colin Murray for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11am (repeat)
Lines From My Grandfather's Forehead

Lines From My Grandfather's Forehead

Lines from my Grandfather Christmas's Forehead: Festival special from 1971.

CITV 11:15am (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 16 - Get Lost

George wins tickets to the local stately home. It's not long before Dave and the rest of the Spuds find themselves lost in its maze.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20am (repeat)
The Wrong Trousers. Credit: Aardman Animations

The Wrong Trousers

Oscar-winning claymation from Nick Park. It is Gromit's birthday, and Wallace gives him a pair of mechanical techno trousers that cause a stir.

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)
BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30am (repeat)
The Goon Show. Image shows from L to R: Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers, Harry Secombe. Copyright: BBC

The Goon Show

Series 5, Christmas Special - Ye Bandit of Sherwood Forest

The Goons retell the story of Robin Hood. With guest star Charlotte Mitchell.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:50am (repeat)
Danny & Mick. Image shows from L to R: Mick (Mick Potts), Danny (Danny Adams). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Danny & Mick

Series 1, Episode 7 - White Wedding

With a wedding to organise, nothing can go wrong today. But Danny accidentally orders 10,000 toilet rolls and needs to hide them from the boss...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Image shows left to right: Ebenezer Blackadder (Rowan Atkinson), Baldrick (Tony Robinson). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

1988 Specials, Christmas Special - Blackadder's Christmas Carol

Ebenezer Blackadder is the kindest man in England, until a visit from the Spirit of Christmas helps him to see the error of his ways.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
Cooking In A Bedsitter. Image shows from L to R: Deepak (Nikesh Patel), Trisha (Beattie Edmondson). Copyright: BBC

Cooking In A Bedsitter

Series 1, Episode 1 - Beef Olives

Trisha embarks on bedsit life, determined to make it as a get-ahead girl-about-town.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:05pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Gemma Whelan, Ryan Sampson, Tom Stourton

Horrible Histories

Series 7, Highlights Special - Awesome Ancient Civilisations

Horrible Histories presents a guide to ancient civilisations.

Radio 4 12:30pm (repeat)
Dead Ringers. Image shows from L to R: Lewis Macleod, Debra Stephenson, Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Duncan Wisbey. Copyright: BBC

Dead Ringers

2020 Christmas Specials

Dead Ringers somehow manages to make fishing quotas funny. Other topics include The Crown, panic shopping, Christmas bubbling and why on earth the BBC has redesigned the Daleks.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:35pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Laurence Rickard, Ben Willbond, Martha Howe-Douglas, Mathew Baynton, Jim Howick, Simon Farnaby. Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 5, Episode 7

The Roman emperor Caesar Augustus reveals the lazy secret of his success, TV's most excitable reporter Bob Hale explains the very, very complex history of World War Two, we meet Georgian England's most forgetful vicar, and Welsh hero Owain Glyndwr takes on the English in battle.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1pm (repeat)
Upstart Crow. Image shows from L to R: Will Shakespeare (David Mitchell), Queen Elizabeth (Emma Thompson). Copyright: BBC

Upstart Crow

Series 2, Christmas Special - A Christmas Crow

The Shakespeares are planning a lovely cosy Christmas with just the family up in Stratford.

BBC Radio Wales. Copyright: BBC 1:30pm (repeat)
The Musical Life Of.... Copyright: The Rubber Chicken

The Musical Life Of...

Series 2, Episode 3 - The Mabinogion

Can the entire Mabinogion, the classic Welsh prose story, be squeezed into 30 minutes? Let's find out.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:50pm (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.

5Star 2:20pm (repeat)
About Time. Image shows from L to R: Tim (Domhnall Gleeson), Mary (Rachel McAdams)

About Time

Richard Curtis rom-com with a time-travelling sci-fi twist.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 2:35pm (repeat)
Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation

The Pink Panther Strikes Again

On the verge of release from a psychiatric hospital, former Chief Inspector Dreyfus is driven mad by a chance encounter with the cause of his breakdown, Jacques Clouseau. Dreyfus assembles a network of top assassins to kill his enemy.

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

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 27 - The Strokkur Geyser, Iceland

The geysers in Iceland are blocked - Glitch is to blame and it could cause an earthquake. Go Jetters go!

U&Dave channel logo 3pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

A selection of episodes from the sixth series of the lie-based panel game.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 3:20pm (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.

U&W channel logo 4pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Smithy (James Corden). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 2, Christmas Special - Gavin & Stacey Christmas Special

It's Christmas Eve and the Wests join the Shipmans for one of Mick's famous turkey dinners.

U&Drama channel logo 4pm (repeat)
Lovejoy. Lovejoy (Ian McShane). Copyright: FremantleMedia

Lovejoy

Series 5, Christmas Special - The Lost Colony

Trouble starts when the delectable Mary-John Lovejoy, Lovejoy's long-lost cousin from Sheridan County, North Carolina, decides to steal relics that once belonged to Sir Walter Raleigh. Lovejoy follows the trail to the deep south, where he gets dangerously embroiled with his dodgy relatives, and has to be rescued by Charlotte.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:30pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Gemma Whelan, Ryan Sampson, Tom Stourton

Horrible Histories

Series 7, Highlights Special - Awesome Ancient Civilisations

Horrible Histories presents a guide to ancient civilisations.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Laurence Rickard, Ben Willbond, Martha Howe-Douglas, Mathew Baynton, Jim Howick, Simon Farnaby. Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 5, Episode 7

The Roman emperor Caesar Augustus reveals the lazy secret of his success, TV's most excitable reporter Bob Hale explains the very, very complex history of World War Two, we meet Georgian England's most forgetful vicar, and Welsh hero Owain Glyndwr takes on the English in battle.

U&W channel logo 5:20pm (repeat)
Miranda. Image shows from L to R: Gary (Tom Ellis), Penny (Patricia Hodge), Miranda (Miranda Hart), Stevie (Sarah Hadland), Clive (James Holmes). Copyright: BBC

Miranda

A selection of five episodes from the Miranda Hart sitcom.

BBC Two 5:25pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Christmas Special - The Desperate Hours

Hauled in front of the governor after being caught with illicit Christmas booze, Fletcher and Godber become embroiled in Urwin's escape bid as he holds Mr Barrowclough and the governor's secretary hostage.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6pm (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.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:45pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 12 - The Abominable Showman

JJ is torn between Blamjitsu with the yeti, and helping the Dinmakers write a school song.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:55pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 13 - The Comedy Crown

The gang enter Pieface into a comedy contest to make him realise how funny he is.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
Radio Active. Image shows left to right: Angus Deayton, Philip Pope, Helen Atkinson-Wood, Michael Fenton Stevens

Radio Active

Series 3, Christmas Special - Radio Active's Christmas Turkey

Crackers for all as the Radio Active festive season of one show plunges into the myth behind the Nativity, a super under-12 carol competition for all the family, and Nigel Pry cheering up the chronics at the local hospital.

U&Dave channel logo 7:05pm (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 three specials of the Lee Mack sitcom.

Radio 4 7:15pm (repeat)
My Teenage Diary. Rufus Hound

My Teenage Diary

Series 8, Episode 2 - John Finnemore

John Finnemore reads from his hilarious diary, which tells of his six months teaching English to school children in Poland.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
The Masterson Inheritance. Image shows from L to R: Phelim McDermott, Josie Lawrence, Jim Sweeney, Caroline Quentin, Lee Simpson, Paul Merton. Copyright: BBC

The Masterson Inheritance

1993 Christmas Special - The Stuffing of the Mastersons

The family face repercussions from a child's innocent gift.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8pm (repeat)
Dame Hilda Bracket and Dr Evadne Hinge. Image shows from L to R: Patrick Fyffe, George Logan. Copyright: BBC

Christmas Night With Dr Evadne Hinge And Dame Hilda Bracket

Festive special with Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20pm (repeat)
Trust Morecambe & Wise.... Lenny Henry

Trust Morecambe & Wise...

Episode 4 - Love And Relationships

Lenny Henry is joined by Gary Morecambe, Michele Dotrice, Ben Miller and Angela Rippon as he looks at Love and Relationships according to Eric and Ernie.

BBC Two 8:20pm (repeat)
Michael Caine

The Many Faces Of...

Series 2, Episode 1 - The Many Faces Of Michael Caine

This biography follows Sir Michael Caine's impressive career, featuring archive clips woven together with interviews from colleagues and critics.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 8:25pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Romesh Ranganathan. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 15, Christmas Special - Christmas Party 2020

Your Christmas parties might not be going ahead this year, but the League Of Their Own boys aren't going to let a global pandemic stop their festive fun. Join Jamie Redknapp, Freddie Flintoff, Romesh Ranganathan and a team of celebrity guests for more holiday hijinks and sporting Christmas challenges.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30pm (repeat)
Round The Horne. Image shows left to right: Kenneth Williams, Hugh Paddick, Betty Marsden, Kenneth Horne, June Ellis. Credit: BBC

Round The Horne

Series 3, Christmas Special

Baron Hardup's daughters battle to go to Prince Charming's ball in Armpit Theatre's production of Cinderella.

U&W channel logo 8:45pm (repeat)
The Catherine Tate Show. Catherine Tate

The Catherine Tate Show

Series 1, Episode 3

Bernie welcomes a new co-worker, an American girl explains a meaningful conversation with a man and the scared woman is scared again.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 9pm (repeat)
Two Doors Down. Christine (Elaine C. Smith). Copyright: BBC

The Moments That Made...

Episode 1 - Elaine C. Smith

A profile of one of Scotland's most-loved female comedy performers.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9pm (repeat)
Lines From My Grandfather's Forehead

Lines From My Grandfather's Forehead

Lines from my Grandfather Christmas's Forehead: Festival special from 1971.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm (repeat)
The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Simon Cooper (Joe Thomas), Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird), Neil Sutherland (Blake Harrison), Jay Cartwright (James Buckley). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

A repeat-run of the entire first series of the E4 sitcom.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Image shows from L to R: Grandad Brown (Dermot O'Neill), Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Christmas 2012, Christmas Special - Mammy Christmas

With the festive season fast approaching, Agnes Brown finds herself facing her busiest Christmas yet.

BBC Four 9:20pm (repeat)
One Foot In The Grave. Image shows from L to R: Margaret Meldrew (Annette Crosbie), Victor Meldrew (Richard Wilson). Copyright: BBC

One Foot In The Grave

Series 5, Christmas Special - The Wisdom Of The Witch

The Meldrews have a tarot reading that prophesies disaster for Victor. Patrick and Pippa sell their home, but a house clearance crew are mistaken for their removal men. Patrick and Victor get snowed in at an old house with a jealous boyfriend and a huge spider.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 9:25pm
60 min
The Jonathan Ross Show. Jonathan Ross. Copyright: Hot Sauce / ITV Studios

The Jonathan Ross Show

Series 16, Episode 10 - Tyson Fury, Russell Kane, Maya Jama, Joan Collins

The host welcomes WBC and Ring Magazine World Heavyweight Champion Tyson Fury, who talks about a potential super-fight with fellow Brit and holder of three world titles Anthony Joshua. Also appearing are comedian Russell Kane, TV presenter Maya Jama and national treasure Joan Collins.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm (repeat)
Two Doors Down. Christine (Elaine C. Smith). Copyright: BBC

Two Doors Down

Series 4, Episode 3 - Hospital

As if the NHS needs any more challenges, Christine now stress-tests nursing staff with a hospital stay.

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

The Goon Show

Series 5, Christmas Special - Ye Bandit of Sherwood Forest

The Goons retell the story of Robin Hood. With guest star Charlotte Mitchell.

U&Dave channel logo 9:40pm (repeat)
Meet The Richardsons. Image shows from L to R: Jon (Jon Richardson), Lucy (Lucy Beaumont)

Meet The Richardsons

Meet The Richardsons At Christmas, Episode 2

The Richardsons' plans for a quiet family Christmas are thrown into further chaos when more celebrities turn up unexpectedly, but it's perfect for the panto that Lucy wants to put on for Elsie. Did Lucy really get so drunk at Jools Holland's Hootenanny that she invited Jason Donovan over for Christmas dinner? And are they about to get a new stepfather in law in the shape of Johnny Vegas for Christmas?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Image shows from L to R: Grandad Brown (Dermot O'Neill), Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Christmas 2012, Christmas Special - The Virgin Mammy

With Christmas finally over, most mothers would seize the chance to relax - but not Agnes Brown. After getting permission from the Bishop to stage her Nativity Play, Agnes has now finished her script and rehearsals are in full swing.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 10pm (repeat)
Gary: Tank Commander. Image shows from L to R: Jacko (Robert Jack), Charlie (Scott Fletcher), Gary McLintoch (Greg McHugh), Adam (Paul-James Corrigan). Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Gary: Tank Commander

Series 1, Episode 4 - The Great Debate

Gary goes to St Andrews for a debate against a formidable opponent. He has been briefed on what to say, but when he takes the stage, he surprises everyone, including himself.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Saturday Night Fry. Image shows from L to R: Emma Thompson, Stephen Fry, Hugh Laurie, Jim Broadbent. Copyright: BBC

Saturday Night Fry

Episode 5: Stephen Fry hosts humorous banter and sketches with Hugh Laurie, Jim Broadbent, Emma Thompson and Phyllida Law.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm (repeat)
Celebrity Juice. Leigh Francis. Copyright: Talkback

Celebrity Juice

Series 24, Christmas Special

Chart star Paloma Faith, presenter and friend of the show Paddy McGuinness, Kaiser Chiefs frontman Ricky Wilson and football pundit Chris Kamara join Keith Lemon, Laura Whitmore and Emily Atack for this festive special of the comedy quiz.

U&Dave channel logo 10:20pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Hugh Dennis, Andy Murray, Milton Jones, Dara O Briain, Ellie Taylor, Miles Jupp, Loyiso Gola. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 15, Episode 6

Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis mock the events of the last seven days with guests Loyiso Gola, Milton Jones, Miles Jupp, Ellie Taylor and Josh Widdicombe. Also, tennis star Andy Murray is in the audience again.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
The Maltby Collection. Copyright: BBC

The Maltby Collection

Series 3, Episode 5

The museum is due to send an exhibition of its finest artefacts around Europe, but can Walter find a suitably experienced and diplomatic staff member to curate it?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40pm (repeat)
Men Behaving Badly. Image shows from L to R: Gary Strang (Martin Clunes), Dorothy (Caroline Quentin), Tony Smart (Neil Morrissey), Deborah (Leslie Ash). Copyright: Hartswood Films Ltd

Men Behaving Badly

Christmas Trilogy, Christmas Special - Performance

Flat share sitcom following security salesman Gary and his lodger, as they attempt to navigate the opposite sex.

BBC Two 10:40pm (repeat)
Educating Rita. Image shows from L to R: Rita (Julie Walters), Dr. Frank Bryant (Michael Caine)

Educating Rita

Moving comedy drama about a hairdresser who dreams of rising above her drab urban existence. Stars Julie Walters and Michael Caine.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm
60 min version
(repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Danny Dyer

Have I Got News For You

Series 56, Episode 9

Ian and Paul return for another look at the headlines, with guest host Danny Dyer and panellists Sara Pascoe and Judy Murray.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Elis James' Pantheon Of Heroes. Image shows from L to R: Benjamin Partridge, Elis James, Nadia Kamil. Copyright: BBC

Elis James' Pantheon Of Heroes

Series 2, Episode 5 - Communication

Pryce Pryce-Jones, Richard Trevithick and Guglielmo Marconi - Elis compares key figures in Welsh history to determine Wales' ultimate heroes.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 11:20pm (repeat)
Talking Pictures TV 11:30pm (repeat)
Talking Pictures TV

Smashing Time

A repeat of this 1967 film.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
The Ape That Got Lucky. Image shows from L to R: Professor Austin Herring (Geoffrey McGivern), Chris Addison, Dan Tetsell, Jo Enright. Copyright: BBC

The Ape That Got Lucky

Episode 4 - Man or Monkey?

In his final show, Chris Addison produces his concluding arguments for his view that humans evolved through sheer luck and as his audience whether they consider themselves to be humans or monkeys.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40pm (repeat)
Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jack Dee, David Mitchell, Michael McIntyre, Rhod Gilbert, Kylie Minogue, James Corden, Rob Brydon, Miranda Hart. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow

Christmas Special - Michael McIntyre's Christmas Comedy Roadshow

Joining Michael McIntyre on stage for this festive viewing extravaganza are Jack Dee, Miranda Hart, Sean Lock, James Corden, Rob Brydon, David Mitchell and Rhod Gilbert, with music from Kylie Minogue.

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Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish. Dave Gorman

Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish

Series 2, Episode 1 - I Call Mine Sally

Dave Gorman shreds some naughty magazines and helps a gerbil fulfill its destiny!

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Taskmaster

Series 10, Episode 10 - Dog Meat Trifle

The comedians gather for the grand final, to find which one of them will be going home with Taskmaster Greg Davies's golden head - a prize that lies within the grasp of four of them. But there are still more games to be played, leading to Katherine Parkinson searching for a spider, Daisy May Cooper destroying a mannequin and Johnny Vegas's pocket watch finally coming in handy.

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Micky Flanagan Thinking Aloud. Micky Flanagan

Micky Flanagan Thinking Aloud

Episode 1 - Micky Flanagan's Christmas

What's a three-bird roast? And why the sudden need for a new sofa? Micky explores our craze for Christmas, finding some strange traditions along the way.

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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...

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QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Jo Brand, Stephen Fry, Liza Tarbuck, Sue Perkins. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series J, Episode 8 - Jumble

With Jo Brand, Dara O'Briain and John Sessions.

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Bless This House

Series 2, Episode 10 - People In Glass Houses

After managing to talk Sid into allowing Mike to hold a party at the house for his 20th birthday, the proud parents overhear a few indiscreet home truths whilst spending the night sat in the greenhouse. Sid takes it particularly badly and refuses to leave.

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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 11 - A Rolls By Any Other Name

Sid's delighted at the opportunity to drive his boss's Rolls Royce around for a bit, but horrified to come across Mike and Sally holding up traffic with an anti-car protest. What'll be the fate of the high-prestige motor?

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Channel Hopping With Jon Richardson

Series 1, Episode 3

Jon is joined by superstar comedian, Alan Carr, and regular guest, Judi Love, as they navigate the world of ridiculous and wonderful international TV.

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QI

Series J, Episode 9 - Jeopardy

With Ross Noble, Sue Perkins and Julia Zemiro.

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Al Murray's Great British Pub Quiz

Episode 1

Al, aided by barman Shaun Williamson and guest captains Phill Jupitus and Kerry Godliman, oversees the battle between The George from Lancaster and The Pavilion End from London.

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Through The Keyhole

Series 6, Christmas Special - Through The Christmas Keyhole

Keith Lemon is back with a sixth series of Through The Keyhole, kicking off with a Christmas special. On this week's festive star-studded panel are the king of chat, Jonathan Ross; presenter Lorraine Kelly; and comedian Jimmy Carr.

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Dave Gorman: Terms And Conditions Apply

Episode 8 - His Helmet Didn't Come Out

Dave Gorman is joined by Ed Gamble, Rose Matafeo and David O'Doherty.

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Only Fools And Horses

1996 Christmas Trilogy, Christmas Special - Time On Our Hands

This third 1996 special was at the time thought to be last that would be made. Rodney's doing a stock take in the garage and has found an artificial leg, some Showaddywaddy LPs and an old watch. They get the watch valued and get just a little shock when it sells at Sotherby's for £6.2 million pounds. After all these years their finally millionaires!

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Al Murray's Great British Pub Quiz

Episode 2

Al, aided by barman Shaun Williamson and guest captains James May and Andy Parsons, oversees a hotly contested pub quiz between The Pub from Essex and The Village from Merseyside.

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Go 8 Bit DLC

Episode 10

Comedian Helen Thorn joins host Ellie Gibson and co-hosts Steve McNeil and Sam Pamphilon. Dara O Briain drops in to show off his gaming skills and and Ellie must decide if Helen's all-time favourite title deserves a place in the hallowed Hall of Game.

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Urban Myths: Les, Miserable. Older Les (Mark Addy). Copyright: Red Production Company

Urban Myths: Les, Miserable

A comedy special inspired by the true story of Les Dawson's time in Paris during the 1950s.

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Urban Myths: Joan Rivers And Barbra Streisand. Image shows from L to R: Barbra Streisand (Jessica Barden), Joan Rivers (Katherine Ryan). Copyright: Fulwell 73 Productions

Urban Myths: When Joan Kissed Barbra

Comedy based on Joan Rivers's recollections of a play she starred in with Barbra Streisand.

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