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Schedule Friday 1st January 2021

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

Timmy Time

Series 3, Episode 24 - Timmy And The Kite

Timmy and the class learn how to build and fly their very own kites.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7am (repeat)
The Story Of... Only Fools & Horses. Image shows from L to R: David Jason, Tessa Peake-Jones. Copyright: North One Television

The Story Of... Only Fools & Horses

Episode 3 - Friends And Enemies

This episode explores the characters who revolve around Del and Rodney's world including Trigger, Boycie, Denzil and Del's arch enemy DCI Slater.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
Dot. Dot (Fenella Woolgar). Copyright: BBC

Dot

Episode 1 - Pilot

Dot's had enough of making tea in the Cabinet War Rooms. When she finds a cryptic message in the newspaper she enlists the help of her friends, Myrtle and Pearl, to catch the spy. Can they do it? And will it prove to be the big break Dot's been waiting for?

Talking Pictures TV 7:15am (repeat)
Folly To Be Wise

Folly To Be Wise

A repeat of this 1953 film.

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 9, Episode 1 - Ghost

Tracey's video recorder becomes possessed, so she moves in with Dorien.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:15am (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 3, Episode 1 - The Stand Off

It's breakfast time and The Farmer discovers he has no fresh milk for his morning cup of tea. He sets off in great haste, only to become ensnared in a 'rush hour' traffic jam. Shaun and The Flock are too impatient to wait for breakfast and take matters into their own hands.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 3 - Greenfinger

Trying to 'help' by watering Squawkencluck's plants, DM unleashes a planet-wide extra-terrestrial sprawling welsh weed.

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

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 51 - The Nazca Lines, Peru

The Go Jetters race to protect ancient artwork in Peru when Glitch erases the Nazca Lines.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Big Broadcast. Copyright: BBC

Big Broadcast

Series 3, Episode 1 - Politics

When a local property magnate uses the Hour of Charm to run for office, only a Hollywood star can stop him.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 7:40am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 4, Episode 8 - Willesden Suite

Terry's job as security for the local Rotary Club offers Arthur a chance to gain some much-needed respectability when he is invited to speak at a function.

U&Drama channel logo 7:50am (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 9, Episode 2 - Mummies & Daddies

As Tracey and Sharon leave the ante-natal class they bump into a pregnant Kimberley.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:50am (repeat)
The Story Of... Only Fools & Horses. Image shows from L to R: David Jason, Tessa Peake-Jones. Copyright: North One Television

The Story Of... Only Fools & Horses

Episode 4 - Peckham And Beyond

Peckham And Beyond looks at the area that was at the heart of the comedy and what happened when the cast and crew got out of the studio and filmed on location in Monaco, Margate and Miami.

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

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 12 - Periscope Peril

Princess Purl has lost her tiara and it turns out it's been taken by two naughty castle trolls who parade around showing it off high up in the castle.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
The Men From The Ministry. Copyright: BBC

The Men From The Ministry

Bye Bye Mildred: The bumbling civil servants' secretary is set to be lured away.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
King Street Junior. Copyright: BBC

King Street Junior

Series 2, Episode 10 - Breaking Up Is Hard To Do

Mrs. Rudd wants a new piano, Mr. Brown gets a job offer - and reports must be written.

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 3, Episode 11 - Magical Justin

Justin wants to perform magic, so Robert calls in the help of a real magician to make sure Justin's tricks are truly magical.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:45am (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 episodes from the fifth and sixth series of the David Jason sitcom.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 8:45am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 4, Episode 9 - Windows

Arthur plans to become a major player in the fitness industry by opening an aerobics studio. Terry gets involved with two Italian families when the daughter of one family walks out on her husband.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 9am (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 3, Episode 6

Mim tries to persuade Roger to cancel the match against Piggy Pearson's team, because of the incident with his divorced sister some time ago.

Comedy Central Extra 9am (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 comic travelogue.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
The Personality Test. Copyright: BBC

The Personality Test

Series 3, Episode 3 - Andrew Neil

Broadcaster and former Sunday Times Editor Andrew Neil taking the chair in this edition. Facing Andrew's quirky quiz are comedians Sue Perkins, Carrie Quinlan, Robin Ince and Will Smith.

YouTube 9am
30 min
No More Jockeys. Image shows from L to R: Mark Watson, Alex Horne, Tim Key

No More Jockeys

Christmas & New Year Specials - New Year's Day 2021 Game

A special one-off No More Jockeys with Alex, Tim and Mark to mark the new year.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9:25am (repeat)
The Boy In The Dress. Dennis (Billy Kennedy). Copyright: BBC / King Bert Productions

The Boy In The Dress

An adaptation of David Walliams's book about a 12-year-old boy who enjoys cross-dressing.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 9:30am (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 3, Episode 7

Maggie and Kevin attend the rehearsal for their wedding but they aren't as enthusiastic as organisers Mim and Roger - who are clearly in their element.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 5 - Connecting

The Twirlywoos watch a boy tie his shoelace at a bus stop and get the idea to connect his shoelaces to the shoes of the other passengers. When the bus arrives they all stand up, only to fall in a heap!

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

Ballylenon

Episode 2.3: With clergy rumours buzzing - Vera's extra busy in the telephone exchange.

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 3, Episode 11 - The Long Distance Runner

Has Robin really decided to take up jogging or are there other reasons for going out early in the morning?

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 10:05am (repeat)
Carry On Dick. Richard 'Big Dick' Turpin / Reverend Flasher (Sid James). Copyright: Peter Rogers Productions

Carry On Dick

Sid James and Barbara Windsor go out in style in their last Carry On film, based on the legend of Dick Turpin.

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

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 1 - The Wedding

Richard has been acting strangely all week, and Sooty and the gang are convinced he is getting married. But they have not been invited! With the wedding only a day away, can Sooty and Sweep keep out of mischief and give Richard a day to remember?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:30am (repeat)
Danny & Mick. Image shows from L to R: Mick (Mick Potts), Danny (Danny Adams). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Danny & Mick

Series 1, Episode 5 - Car Wash

Danny and Mick's dad Clive has turned up with a sure-fire money maker: a car wash in the customer car park!

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10:30am (repeat)
The Queen And I. Image shows from L to R: Jack Barker (David Walliams), The Queen (Samantha Bond). Copyright: King Bert Productions

The Queen And I

Comedy about the abolition of the Monarchy and the Royal Family moving to the Midlands.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11am (repeat)
Carry On Nurse. Image shows from L to R: Matron (Hattie Jacques), Sister (Joan Hickson). Copyright: Peter Rogers Productions

Carry On Nurse

Much to the nurses' frustration, the patients at Haven Hospital have no intention of lying quietly whilst awaiting surgery or recovery.

CITV 11am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

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

Radio 4 11:30am (repeat)
The Museum Of Curiosity. Image shows from L to R: Alice Levine, John Lloyd. Copyright: BBC

The Museum Of Curiosity

Museum Of New Year's Curisoity, New Year Special - Meeting Ninety-Four: Museum Of New Year's Curiosity

A special forward-looking visit to the Museum, as John Lloyd and Alice Levine are joined by former curator of the Museum Sally Phillips, former researcher for the Museum and co-star of No Such Thing As A Fish Dan Schreiber, and Senior Lecturer in Social and Cultural Artificial Intelligence Dr Kate Devlin, to speculate about the year ahead.

Talking Pictures TV 11:55am (repeat)
In The Doghouse. Image shows from L to R: James Fox-Upton (Leslie Phillips), Millie (Amanda Humby). Copyright: Rank Organisation / Shutterstock

In The Doghouse

Comedy about the rivalry between two newly qualified vets.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
The Men From The Ministry. Copyright: BBC

The Men From The Ministry

Bye Bye Mildred: The bumbling civil servants' secretary is set to be lured away.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 12:05pm (repeat)
Ratburger. Image shows from L to R: Burt (David Walliams), Sheila (Sheridan Smith), Zoe (Talia Barnett), Gary (Mark Benton). Copyright: King Bert Productions

Ratburger

A TV adaptation of David Walliams's 2012 childrens' book about a girl who makes friends with a rat.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:10pm (repeat)
Hank Zipzer. Hank Zipzer (Nick James)

Hank Zipzer

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

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

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 1, Episode 15 - Waffle & The Swimming Pool

Waffle has so much fun on a doggy playdate at Mr Willow's house that he decides to stay for a sleepover! The Brooklyn-Bells miss Waffle and can't wait for his return.

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

Timmy Time

Series 3, Episode 26 - Timmy's Scrapbook

All the nursery pals put together scrapbooks of their most precious childhood memories.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
King Street Junior. Copyright: BBC

King Street Junior

Series 2, Episode 10 - Breaking Up Is Hard To Do

Mrs. Rudd wants a new piano, Mr. Brown gets a job offer - and reports must be written.

BBC Radio Scotland 1pm
30 min
Breaking The News. Des Clarke. Copyright: BBC Studios

Breaking The News

Series 17, Highlights Special - Corona Free Breaking the News

Des Clarke brings you the best of Scotland's award-winning satirical news quiz and to give everyone a break, this will be a Covid free zone.

BBC Two 1:20pm (repeat)
BBC Two

Tea With Mussolini

A repeat of this 1999 film.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 1:35pm (repeat)
After Ever After. Image shows from L to R: King (Tom Courtenay), Prince Charming (David Walliams), Fairy Godmother (Ellen Thomas), Cinderella (Sian Gibson), Madame Blackheart (Celia Imrie). Copyright: King Bert Productions

After Ever After

Cinderella, Christmas Special - Cinderella: After Ever After

Cinderella has just married her Prince Charming, but soon has a rude awakening when she realises married life isn't all it's cracked up to be when you have an image-obsessed, floss-dancing, hip-hop rapping husband.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:50pm (repeat)
The Zoo

The Zoo

Series 1, Episode 7 - The Great Escape

It's the day of the zoo's annual stock take. As all the animals get ready to be counted.

U&Dave channel logo 2pm (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 third series of the sitcom by and starring Ruth Jones and James Corden.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2pm (repeat)
Eddie Izzard

Believe Me

Episode 5

The idea of taking on unusual sporting challenges appealed to Eddie - so he took on a gruelling regime of running back-to-back marathons throughout the length of the UK.

Radio 4 2:15pm (repeat)
Hashtag Love. Image shows from L to R: Ruth Jones, Stephen Tompkinson. Copyright: BBC

Hashtag Love

A romcom set behind the scenes of soap The Archers, originally broadcast live.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 2:35pm (repeat)
After Ever After. The Giant (David Walliams). Copyright: King Bert Productions

After Ever After

Jack And The Beanstalk, Christmas Special - Jack And The Beanstalk: After Ever After

Another tale of what happens after happily ever after, this time looking into what happened after Jack felled the giant beanstalk and defeated the giant.

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

Diddy TV

Series 4, Episode 4 - Vote For Me

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

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 3pm (repeat)
Paddington. Copyright: STUDIOCANAL / Heyday Films

Paddington

Family comedy about the eponymous bear found at a London train station by the Brown family.

BBC Two 3:10pm (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

2005 Christmas Special - Christmas Special (Part 1)

Jean and Lionel are looking forward to Sandy's and Harry's return after a year in Canada, and Jean is looking forward to Sandy and Judith having babies - though none are in evidence yet.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:25pm (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.

BBC Two 4pm (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

2005 Christmas Special - Christmas Special (Part 2)

Patrick is looking for his father, Jean would like grandchildren, Stephen wants to be a celebrity and Lionel just wants peace and quiet. So how do they all finish up in hospital?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4pm (repeat)
The Personality Test. Copyright: BBC

The Personality Test

Series 3, Episode 3 - Andrew Neil

Broadcaster and former Sunday Times Editor Andrew Neil taking the chair in this edition. Facing Andrew's quirky quiz are comedians Sue Perkins, Carrie Quinlan, Robin Ince and Will Smith.

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

Ballylenon

Episode 2.3: With clergy rumours buzzing - Vera's extra busy in the telephone exchange.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:35pm (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.

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

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 1 - Petra, Jordan

In this episode, Grandmaster Glitch goes on a desert adventure to uncover a mysterious lost city. If only it hadn't already been discovered! As Glitch attempts to beat a group of tourists to Petra in Jordan, he crashes his Grimbler in the Siq gorge. Vibrations from the Grimblers engines shake the surrounding area, causing the treasury building to shake apart. Can the Go Jetters save the ancient city?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:50pm (repeat)
Danny & Mick. Image shows from L to R: Danny (Danny Adams), Mick (Mick Potts). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Danny & Mick

Series 2, Episode 3 - Undercover Customer

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

BBC Local Radio 5pm (repeat)
Roy Hudd

Celebrating The Life Of Roy Hudd

Celebration of comedian Roy Hudd.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5pm (repeat)
Millie Inbetween. Millie (Millie Innes). Copyright: The Foundation

Millie Inbetween

Specials, Episode 3 - Coming Home

Craig shows Millie his new beach club and tries to convince her that Spain really suits her dad.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
Dot. Dot (Fenella Woolgar). Copyright: BBC

Dot

Episode 1 - Pilot

Dot's had enough of making tea in the Cabinet War Rooms. When she finds a cryptic message in the newspaper she enlists the help of her friends, Myrtle and Pearl, to catch the spy. Can they do it? And will it prove to be the big break Dot's been waiting for?

CITV 5:30pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 20 - The Coat

When Dave needs a new coat, Gran kindly suggests she knows a good one by the carpark bin. Dave promptly gets trapped inside the coat and discovers it's past.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Big Broadcast. Copyright: BBC

Big Broadcast

Series 3, Episode 1 - Politics

When a local property magnate uses the Hour of Charm to run for office, only a Hollywood star can stop him.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 5:30pm (repeat)
Roald & Beatrix: The Tail Of The Curious Mouse. Image shows from L to R: Roald Dahl (Harry Tayler), Beatrix Potter (Dawn French). Copyright: Hartswood Films Ltd

Roald & Beatrix: The Tail Of The Curious Mouse

Christmas comedy special about the real-life meeting of Beatrix Potter and Roald Dahl.

CITV 5:45pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 21 - Bog Roll Roll

It's the biggest sporting event in Grimsby - the bog roll roll. All Dave has to do is chase the bog roll down the hill and catch it.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6pm (repeat)
Les Dawson. Copyright: ITV Studios

Les Dawson Forever

Episode 1

Charlotte Dawson learns about the early part of her father's career, whilst Roy Barraclough reminisces about working with Les Dawson and the creation of Cissie and Ada. Barry Cyer meets former colleagues from sketch show Sez Les.

Radio 4 6:15pm
15 min
Austentatious. Image shows from L to R: Charlotte Gittins, Cariad Lloyd, Amy Cooke-Hodgson, Austentatious

Austentatious

Episode 2 - Undead and Unwed: Part Two

A festive world premiere of an incredible 'lost' Jane Austen ghost story, full of wit, flirtation and dastardly behaviour - and cooked up on the spot by the UK's finest improv troupe.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:20pm (repeat)
Sketchy Comedy

Sketchy Comedy

Episode 1

A drinks can, blender, pillows and skittles are among the items getting the Sketchy treatment.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:25pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Gemma Whelan, Ryan Sampson, Tom Stourton

Horrible Histories

Series 8, Episode 5 - Fearsome Families

Fred Siriex welcomes Queen Victoria to historical First Dates.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
The News Quiz. Andy Zaltzman

The News Quiz

Series 104, Highlights Special - Best Of 2020

Andy Zaltzman gives 2020 the treatment it deserves in this compilation episode of News Quiz highlights from planet earth's latest annus horribilis.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:55pm (repeat)
The Boy In The Dress. Dennis (Billy Kennedy). Copyright: BBC / King Bert Productions

The Boy In The Dress

An adaptation of David Walliams's book about a 12-year-old boy who enjoys cross-dressing.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 7pm (repeat)
Comedy Legends. Sid James. Copyright: 3DD

Comedy Legends

Series 2, Episode 10 - Sid James

Barry Cryer pays tribute to comedy actor Sid James, who rose to fame in Hancock's Half Hour and became a mainstay of the Carry On franchise.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 7pm (repeat)
Les Dawson. Copyright: ITV Studios

Les Dawson Forever

Episode 2

Sez Les director David Mallett explores never-broadcast footage from tapes untouched for 50 years, and the Roly Polys talk about working with Les Dawson. Lorraine Chase looks back on Blankety Blank and Les's wife meets with the fan who appeared alongside Les in his final TV appearance.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
The Men From The Ministry. Copyright: BBC

The Men From The Ministry

Bye Bye Mildred: The bumbling civil servants' secretary is set to be lured away.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
King Street Junior. Copyright: BBC

King Street Junior

Series 2, Episode 10 - Breaking Up Is Hard To Do

Mrs. Rudd wants a new piano, Mr. Brown gets a job offer - and reports must be written.

U&Dave channel logo 7:40pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Lee (Lee Mack), Daisy (Katy Wix). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 6, Episode 7 - Magic

When Lucy's god-daughter is suddenly dumped on her twenty-four hours before the girl's birthday party, it is left up to Lee to decide on an appropriate entertainment for fourteen nine-year olds.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
Charlie Chaplin

Comedy Legends

Series 3, Episode 1 - Charlie Chaplin

Barry Cryer takes a look at the life and career of the one and only Charlie Chaplin. Coming from a background of poverty, Chaplin would rise to stardom during the silent era through his beloved character of "The Tramp" - a role so iconic that it is still immediately recognisable over one hundred years after he first appeared and some fifty years after Chaplin's death.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8pm (repeat)
A Close Shave. Credit: BBC, Aardman Animations

A Close Shave

Wallace's whirlwind romance with the proprietor of the local wool shop puts his head in a spin; but not all is well for Gromit.

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.

U&Dave channel logo 8:20pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Lee (Lee Mack), Daisy (Katy Wix). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 6, Episode 8 - Boat

Lee's father, Frank, buys himself a boat after a big win on the horses and invites Lee down for a long weekend with Lucy and Daisy. Despite the fact that Lucy is terrified of water, Lee persuades her to come along in the hope that he can manipulate her into sharing a double bed.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:30pm (repeat)
So Awkward. Image shows from L to R: Martha Fitzgerald (Sophia Dall'Aglio), Rob Edwards (Samuel Small), Jas Salford (Ameerah Falzon-Ojo), Lily Hampton (Cleo Demetriou), Ollie Coulton (Archie Lyndhurst). Copyright: Channel X North

So Awkward

Series 3, Episode 6 - Fly Me To The Moon

The girls create science projects for Experiment Friday. Jas transforms the art room into a spaceship to conduct an experiment into how teenage boys deal with being cooped up together on a long space voyage.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 8:45pm (repeat)
Scot Squad. Chief Commissioner Cameron Miekelson (Jack Docherty). Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Scot Squad

Christmas Special - The Chief's Festive Message 2020

At the end of a tough year it's time for some festive cheer with this criminally funny official Christmas message from Scot Squad's Chief Commissioner Cameron Miekelson.

5Star 9pm (repeat)
Bridget Jones's Baby. Bridget (Renée Zellweger). Copyright: Working Title Films / Universal Pictures

Bridget Jones's Baby

Third outing for modern literary heroine Bridget Jones on the big screen, based on Helen Fielding's books.

Comedy Central 9pm (repeat)
Lee Evans Live In Scotland. Lee Evans. Copyright: Little Mo Films

Lee Evans Live In Scotland

The grand finale of Lee Evans's 100 date sell-out 1998 UK tour, performed to a full house at the Edinburgh Playhouse.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 9pm (repeat)
Still Game. Image shows from L to R: Victor McDade (Greg Hemphill), Jack Jarvis (Ford Kiernan). Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Still Game

2007 Festive Specials - Hogamanay

Jack and Victor go on a retreat in Tighnahulish at Hogmanay with pals Winston and Tam. When Meena goes on holiday to India to visit her sister, Navid takes advantage of his freedom: but a love rival soon turns the tables on him.

Channel 5 logo 9pm
125 min
Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow. Michael McIntyre. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Michael McIntyre: In His Own Words

An affectionate look back at the comedian's life and career thus far in a documentary charting his early struggles to launch his showbusiness career through to hosting the Royal Variety Performance and his arena-filling tours. Contributors include McIntyre himself, alongside Jonathan Ross, Eamonn Holmes, Marcus Brigstocke, Rob Rinder, Kate Copstick and Andi Osho.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series K, Episode 3 - K-Folk

With Phill Jupitus, Katherine Ryan and Josh Widdicombe.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm
60 min
Taskmaster. Image shows from L to R: Shirley Ballas, John Hannah, Greg Davies, Krishnan Guru-Murthy, Alex Horne, Nicola Coughlan, Rylan Clark-Neal. Copyright: Avalon Television

Taskmaster

Taskmaster's New Year Treat 2021, New Year Special - The Fastest Duck

Film actor John Hannah, Channel 4 news anchor Krishnan Guru-Murthy, actress Nicola Coughlan, television and radio presenter Rylan Clark-Neal and renowned dancer-now-Strictly head judge Shirley Ballas complete a series of tasks in the hard-fought, high-stakes, ridiculous game show. Assistant Alex Horne helps coax the contestants, but it's Taskmaster Greg Davies who determines the victor, who win his golden eyebrows.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm (repeat)
The Inbetweeners 2. Image shows from L to R: Jay Cartwright (James Buckley), Will MacKenzie (Simon Bird), Simon Cooper (Joe Thomas), Neil Sutherland (Blake Harrison). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners 2

Comedy sequel to smash-hit 2011 film The Inbetweeners Movie. Will, Simon, Jay and Neil head off on an Australian road trip.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm (repeat)
Two Doors Down. Image shows from L to R: Ian (Jamie Quinn), Gordon (Kieran Hodgson). Copyright: BBC Studios

Two Doors Down

Christmas Special

Two Doors Down takes viewers on a Christmas getaway as the neighbours head off on a rare trip away from Latimer Crescent. But a Christmas holiday break at Colin and Cathy's luxury lodge in the Scottish Highlands threatens to derail the neighbours' friendship when Cathy pushes Beth too far.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 10pm (repeat)
Breaking The News. Des Clarke. Copyright: BBC

Breaking The News

New Year Special - Breaking The Year

Few years have had such a lasting effect on everyone as 2020, so Des Clarke and his guests Jim Smith, Janey Godley, Jay Lafferty and Mark Nelson take a tentative look back at the biggest stories and events of the year. A wry glance is pointed in the direction of such matters as lockdown and November's American Presidential Election.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10pm
30 min
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Image shows from L to R: Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll), Garda Sheridan (Mark Sheridan). Copyright: BBC

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Christmas 2020, New Year Special - Mammy's Memories?

More hilarity and hi-jinx from Agnes and her family as they cope with life after lockdown.

BBC Two 10pm
45 min
Frankie Boyle's New World Order. Image shows from L to R: Ken Cheng, Rob Delaney, Sophie Duker, Frankie Boyle, Miles Jupp, Holly Walsh, Kiri Pritchard-McLean. Copyright: Zeppotron

Frankie Boyle's New World Order

Special - Frankie Boyle's 2020 New World Order

Frankie Boyle returns with his New World Order end of year special where, with the help of Miles Jupp, Sophie Duker, Ken Cheng, Rob Delaney, Holly Walsh and Kiri Pritchard-McLean, he dissects the bewildering year that was 2020.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Big Broadcast. Copyright: BBC

Big Broadcast

Series 3, Episode 1 - Politics

When a local property magnate uses the Hour of Charm to run for office, only a Hollywood star can stop him.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (repeat)
The Big Fat Quiz Of The Year. Image shows from L to R: David Mitchell, James Acaster, Stacey Solomon, Jimmy Carr, Maya Jama, Joe Lycett, Richard Ayoade

The Big Fat Quiz Of The Year

Episode 25 - The Big Fat Quiz Of The Year 2020

Jimmy Carr is joined by James Acaster, Stacey Solomon, David Mitchell, Maya Jama, Richard Ayoade and Joe Lycett who compete to find out who remembers the most about the past 12 months.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 10:30pm (repeat)
Only An Excuse?. Jonathan Watson

Only An Excuse?

New Year Special - 2020

Jonathan Watson leads a mix of classic sketches, popular characters, famous faces and up-to-date skits tackling 2020 from a footballing perspective. Featuring nostalgic recollections from guest stars, plus fresh material covering Scottish football and the world in general.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
The Consultants

The Consultants

Series 3, Episode 1

Sketch show written by and starring Neil Edmond, Justin Edwards and James Rawlings.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 11pm (repeat)
Billy Connolly: Made In Scotland. Billy Connolly. Copyright: 7 Wonder

Comedy Legends

Series 2, Episode 11 - Billy Connolly

Comedy Legends examines the career of The Big Yin - the one and only Billy Connolly.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
I've Never Seen Star Wars. Marcus Brigstocke. Copyright: BBC

I've Never Seen Star Wars

Series 5, Episode 1 - Meera Syal

Meera Syal tries eating snails, watches The Last Tango In Paris, and attends a football match for the first time.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 11pm (repeat)
The Russell Howard Hour. Elizabeth Day. Copyright: Avalon Television

The Russell Howard Hour

Series 4, Episode 3

Russell Howard is joined by award-winning journalist and author Elizabeth Day.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11pm (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 selection of four episodes from the E4 sitcom.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:05pm (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 episodes from the seventh series of the David Jason sitcom.

Channel 5 logo 11:05pm (repeat)
Michael McIntyre's Showtime. Michael McIntyre. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Michael McIntyre's Showtime

TV broadcast of Michael McIntyre's number one best-selling 2012 stand-up DVD.

Talking Pictures TV 11:25pm (repeat)
Play It Cool!

Play It Cool!

Musical comedy in which a group of musicians find themselves touring the nightclubs of London's fashionable West End.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 11:30pm (repeat)
Raiders Of The Lost Archive

Raiders Of The Lost Archive

End Of Year Specials, New Year Special - Hogmanay Special

Janey Godley and a team of comedians delve deep into the BBC Scotland archives to dig out some special Hogmanay clips, for which they provide new voiceovers.

Radio 4 11:30pm (repeat)
Anansi Boys. Image shows from L to R: Charlie (Jacob Anderson), Mr Nancy (Lenny Henry), Spider (Nathan Stewart-Jarrett). Copyright: BBC

Anansi Boys

Episode 5

With Spider being hunted and Fat Charlie under arrest, the brothers must put aside their differences in order to survive. Meanwhile something very odd is happening with the bird.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Andrew Maxwell's Public Enemies. Andrew Maxwell. Copyright: BBC

Andrew Maxwell's Public Enemies

Episode 4 - Nationalism

Andrew explores the reasons for joining nationalist organisations and the logical outcomes of their policies.

BBC Two 11:45pm (repeat)
Secrets Of The Apollo. Jack Dee. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Secrets Of The Apollo

An hour-long celebration of 16 years of Britain's greatest stand-up show, Live At The Apollo.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:55pm (repeat)
Jon Richardson: Old Man. Jon Richardson. Copyright: Universal Pictures

Jon Richardson: Old Man

Jon Richardson's 2018 tour of the UK and Ireland, performed in Blackpool.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky Midnight (repeat)
Comedy Legends. John Cleese. Copyright: 3DD

Comedy Legends

Series 2, Episode 6 - John Cleese

Barry Cryer reflects on the life and career of writer and actor John Cleese, who shot to fame as a member of Monty Python and co-wrote and starred in classic sitcom Fawlty Towers.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky Midnight (repeat)
Russell Howard Live: Dingledodies. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard Live: Dingledodies

A TV broadcast of Russell Howard's 2008 stand-up tour.

U&W channel logo 12:05am (repeat)
The Catherine Tate Show. Catherine Tate

The Catherine Tate Show

A selection of episodes from the second and third series of the hit sketch show.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 12:10am (repeat)
Carry On Again Doctor. Image shows from L to R: Dr James Nookey (Jim Dale), Maud 'Goldie Locks' Boggins (Barbara Windsor)

Carry On Again Doctor

A doctor stumbles upon a shaman's weight-reducing potion and, realising the potential, returns to England with the aim of making a fortune.

Channel 5 logo 12:20am (repeat)
Utterly Outrageous Comedy. Abigoliah Schamaun. Copyright: Spelthorne Community Television

Utterly Outrageous Comedy

Episode 4 - Women & Sex

Jennifer Saunders narrates a look at comedy involving women and sex.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 12:50am (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lee (Lee Mack), Lucy (Sally Bretton)

Not Going Out

New Year Special - Resolutions

When parlour games are suspended in favour of a no-holds-barred round of New Year's Resolutions, the fireworks might be in the house...

U&Dave channel logo 1:05am
80 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series K, Episode 3 - K-Folk

With Phill Jupitus, Katherine Ryan and Josh Widdicombe.

BBC One Wales. Copyright: BBC 1:20am (repeat)
Bad Education. Image shows left to right: Mitchell (Charlie Wernham), Stephen Carmichael (Layton Williams), Alfie (Jack Whitehall), Chantelle (Nikki Runeckles), Miss Gulliver (Sarah Solemani), Fraser (Mathew Horne), Joe (Ethan Lawrence), Rem Dogg (Jack Binstead), Jing (Kae Alexander). Credit: Tiger Aspect Productions

Bad Education

Series 2, Christmas Special

Following Pickwell's departure, Mr Fraser appoints Alfie writer and director of the annual Christmas play: will it be Robocop or The Nutcracker? Miss Gulliver's keen that he and his class help at the soup kitchen.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 1:45am (repeat)
Celebrity Juice. Image shows from L to R: Leigh Francis, Holly Willoughby, Melanie Brown

Celebrity Juice

Series 23, Highlights Special - Let's See Your Best Bits

In this "Let's See Your Best Bits" special, Keith Lemon says goodbye to Holly Willoughby whilst she puts her leg over her head. Mel B, John Barrowman and Joey Essex help Keith take a look back at their highlights from past series too.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 1:55am (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 3, Episode 6

Mim tries to persuade Roger to cancel the match against Piggy Pearson's team, because of the incident with his divorced sister some time ago.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2am (repeat)
Eddie Izzard

Believe Me

Episode 5

The idea of taking on unusual sporting challenges appealed to Eddie - so he took on a gruelling regime of running back-to-back marathons throughout the length of the UK.

U&Dave channel logo 2:20am (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain

Mock The Week

A selection of three episodes of the satirical panel game.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 2:35am (repeat)
CelebAbility. Image shows from L to R: Marek Larwood, Iain Stirling, James Argent. Copyright: Potato

CelebAbility

Series 2, Episode 1

The guests in this opener are Jennifer Metcalfe, James Argent, Marcel Sommerville, Paisley Billings and Jordan Davies.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:55am (repeat)
Lenny Henry's Race Through Comedy. Image shows from L to R: Richard Blackwood, Lenny Henry. Copyright: Douglas Road

Lenny Henry's Race Through Comedy

Episode 2 - Stand-Up

Starting with early pioneers such as Charlie Williams and Josh White, black men who braved the tough northern men's working clubs in the 1960s and 70s, the show also marks the start of Lenny Henry's own career.

U&Drama channel logo 3am (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 4, Christmas Special - The Chigwell Connection

Tracey and Sharon start a "Free the Chigwell Two" campaign when they discover that the detective who arrested Darryl and Chris may be bent.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 3:05am (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.

Channel 5 logo 3:10am (repeat)
The Funny Thing About...

The Funny Thing About...

Episode 5 - Relationships

Johnny Vegas and friends look at the funny side of coupledom, from starting out and moving in to who does what around the house, along with all those annoying little habits and romantic gestures in between.

Channel 5 logo 4am (repeat)
The Funny Thing About.... Christopher Biggins

The Funny Thing About...

Episode 4 - Christmas

Johnny Vegas illuminates the minefield of Christmas rituals and traditions. Is it a fortnight of goodwill and festive cheer or just two days and a roast? Familiar faces offering their Christmas confessions include Anthea Turner, Vanessa Feltz, Carl Fogarty, Nina Wadia and Matt Richardson.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4am (repeat)
The Personality Test. Copyright: BBC

The Personality Test

Series 3, Episode 3 - Andrew Neil

Broadcaster and former Sunday Times Editor Andrew Neil taking the chair in this edition. Facing Andrew's quirky quiz are comedians Sue Perkins, Carrie Quinlan, Robin Ince and Will Smith.

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

Ballylenon

Episode 2.3: With clergy rumours buzzing - Vera's extra busy in the telephone exchange.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
Dot. Dot (Fenella Woolgar). Copyright: BBC

Dot

Episode 1 - Pilot

Dot's had enough of making tea in the Cabinet War Rooms. When she finds a cryptic message in the newspaper she enlists the help of her friends, Myrtle and Pearl, to catch the spy. Can they do it? And will it prove to be the big break Dot's been waiting for?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
Big Broadcast. Copyright: BBC

Big Broadcast

Series 3, Episode 1 - Politics

When a local property magnate uses the Hour of Charm to run for office, only a Hollywood star can stop him.

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