British Comedy Guide

Schedule Thursday 29th April 2021

CITV 6:55am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 37 - Bean In Love

Mr Bean's heart-throb, Roxy, is singing in a concert at the London Palladium, and he sets his sights on getting her signature in his autograph book. A difficult feat, but will love prevail?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
Geoffrey Whitehead

The Architects

Series 2, Episode 3 - Turret

Matt gets to mentor the boss's granddaughter and design a building with a great big turret (possibly).

CITV 7:05am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 38 - Double Trouble

Mr Bean is over the moon when he meets Mr Pod - the two men have so much in common: the same shirt, jacket, trousers and even underpants. And to top it all, Pod is Bean's spitting image. But Mr Bean falls to earth with a bump when his girlfriend, Irma Gobb, finds Mr Pod much better looking than him.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:10am (repeat)
Ever Decreasing Circles. Image shows from L to R: Ann Bryce (Penelope Wilton), Martin Bryce (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Ever Decreasing Circles

Series 3, Episode 5

Martin has finally been accepted for membership of the Egremont Club, but he ends up resigning in protest over Ann's "communist" literature being brought before club member Simon Dunn, M.P..

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

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 41 - Crouching Hamster, Hidden Wagon

Penfold is summoned by his Granny to help retrieve the stolen book of Farm Fu.

U&Drama channel logo 7:20am (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 3, Episode 10 - Cuckoo

Sharon gets a shock when she tries to cash her unemployment cheque.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:20am (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 18 - Inventor's Block

Dennis doesn't realise the pressure he's putting on Rubi to excel in the school science fair is giving her a severe case of inventor's block.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:30am (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.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Meet David Sedaris. David Sedaris

Meet David Sedaris

Series 8, Episode 6 - Instalment 6

The American humorist presents the final selection of readings from his essays and other writing, 25 years since he first shared his singular worldview with the Radio 4 listeners.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:45am (repeat)
Ever Decreasing Circles. Image shows from L to R: Ann Bryce (Penelope Wilton), Martin Bryce (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Ever Decreasing Circles

Series 3, Episode 6

The annual mock-battle between the Cavaliers and the Roundheads is about to take place. Martin wants to be in charge of the Cavaliers, but Paul has been voted into the job. Instead, he leads the Roundheads and a direct duel with Paul!

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 3, Episode 11 - Schooling

Sharon joins the upper crust and is taken for a ride.

Talking Pictures TV 8am (repeat)
Talking Pictures TV

An Ideal Husband

A repeat of this 1947 film.

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

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Series 7, Episode 1

Professor Prune dons his electrical time trousers.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20am (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Image shows from L to R: Jeffrey Fairbrother (Simon Cadell), Gladys Pugh (Ruth Madoc). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 4, Episode 5 - The Graven Image

Joe Maplin has commissioned his own statue and has specific instructions issued as to the form the unveiling should take. But, in the best Maplin's tradition, all does not go according to plan!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:20am (repeat)
Danny & Mick. Image shows from L to R: Mick (Mick Potts), Danny (Danny Adams). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Danny & Mick

Series 1, Episode 6 - Roller Disco

Danny and Mick get their skates on in order to get their jobs done in time for the roller disco - that spells wheely big trouble for everyone.

TNT Sports 1 logo 8:30am
60 min
The Football's On. Copyright: BT Sport

The Football's On

Series 6, Episode 10

On this week's episode Ian Stone is joined by Elis James and Ivo Graham to look at the lighter side of this week's talking points from the world of football.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
The House Of The Spirit Levels

The House Of The Spirit Levels

Episode 1, To Begin at the End: Tony is grappling with the Russian mafia - and the gorgeous Natassia.

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 19 - Day At The Beach

Robert cannot go to the real beach, so Justin and Mac turn Justin's house into a beach instead. Guest starring Paul Hawkyard from Old Jack's Boat.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9am (repeat)
Porridge. Fletch (Kevin Bishop). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Episode 6 - The Rift

Fletch and his cellmate Joe are getting on each other's nerves - life can be tough inside. But it's at times like this that you really find out who your friends are.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 9:10am (repeat)
That's My Boy. Image shows from L to R: Ida Willis (Mollie Sugden), Robert Price (Christopher Blake), Angie Price (Jennifer Lonsdale). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

That's My Boy

Series 1, Episode 2 - Settling In

Despite Robert's resistance, Ida is settling in as housekeeper. Her happiness is short-lived when her brother Wilfred turns up - shortly followed by Robert's 'other mother'.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9:20am (repeat)
The Zoo

The Zoo

Series 1, Episode 4 - The Wegetarian

Neil the wimpy lion is under pressure from his overbearing mother-in-law to 'man-up' and 'get buff' like previous alpha-male lion, Maximus.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 4 - Up

The Twirlywoos are in a back garden where they watch a man hanging washing up on a line. Chickedy and Chick get into the washing basket and the man accidentally pegs them up on the line too! The Twirlywoos are having tea, but the tea table is misbehaving. It keeps going further and further up, propelling Great BigHoo and Toodloo all the way out of the top of the boat!

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

Series 17, Episode 4 - The First Human Being To Ride A Hill

When Pearl confiscates Howard's bike, Foggy suggests that what he needs is one which can be easily concealed or, better still, doesn't look like a bicycle.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 9:45am (repeat)
On The Buses. Olive (Anna Karen). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 7, Episode 7 - Goodbye Stan

With the cost of living heading ever-upwards, Stan's had enough and decides to apply for a different job: at a car factory. In the north!

Talking Pictures TV 10am (repeat)
Get Some In!. Cpl. Percy Marsh (Tony Selby). Copyright: Thames Television

Get Some In!

Series 3, Episode 5

Training continues, and the boys are perplexed to the point of anger when Marsh appears to actually have some knowledge.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20am (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 17, Episode 5 - Captain Clutterbuck's Treasure

Compo, Clegg and Foggy hatch a plot to become immensely wealthy.

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

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 16 - The Haunted House

Sooty bets Richard and Sweep that they can't spend the night in a haunted house. But in a bedroom full of creaking armour, hairy spiders and spooky paintings, will they be brave enough to stay?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11am (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 3, Episode 7 - What To Wear When Yachting

Hyacinth plans a nautical supper when one of Sheridan's friends lends them a cruiser for the weekend.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40am (repeat)
The Good Life. Image shows from L to R: Margo Leadbetter (Penelope Keith), Tom Good (Richard Briers), Jerry Leadbetter (Paul Eddington), Barbara Good (Felicity Kendal). Copyright: BBC

The Good Life

Series 4, Episode 1 - Away From It All

The Goods leave Jerry and Margo in charge of the house for a weekend in order to unwind. However they are so worried that the Leadbetters will not be able to cope that they can not relax at all.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:55am (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 47 - Thanks A Minion!

Penfold's chances of winning a Sidekickie award are in peril when Stiletto attempts to snatch the prize. Greenback plots to destroy the world with termites, and DM gets overly enthusiastic.

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

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Series 7, Episode 1

Professor Prune dons his electrical time trousers.

Radio 4 12:04pm
15 min
Beth O'Leary

The Flatshare

Episode 9

Tiffy finally stands up to Justin's bullying and Leon is on tenterhooks in court where his brother's appeal is finally being heard.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 12:10pm (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 2, Episode 12 - Moving Waffle

Connie and Ruby move into Maple Close with their dog, Jelly. Waffle is not allowed to go on a family camping trip but accidentally goes on a different adventure.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:10pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 48 - High School Inedible

DM and Penfold go back to school to thwart the plans of an evil food scientist and his killer hot dogs.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20pm (repeat)
Porridge. Fletch (Kevin Bishop). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Episode 6 - The Rift

Fletch and his cellmate Joe are getting on each other's nerves - life can be tough inside. But it's at times like this that you really find out who your friends are.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:20pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 5, Episode 4 - Baa-d Hair Day

The flock don't recognise Shaun when he loses one his most distinctive features. His old pal Bitzer helps him track down the lost thatch, but not before Shaun becomes very attached to one of the chickens.

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

Timmy Time

Series 1, Episode 6 - Timmy Says Sorry

Timmy accidentally kicks a football through the nursery window and has to sit on the naughty stump.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:30pm (repeat)
Danny & Mick. Image shows from L to R: Mick (Mick Potts), Danny (Danny Adams). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Danny & Mick

Series 1, Episode 9 - Smoothie Operators

When an automated smoothie maker arrives in the café, it's up to Danny and Mick not to make a mess of it. Oops.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
The House Of The Spirit Levels

The House Of The Spirit Levels

Episode 1, To Begin at the End: Tony is grappling with the Russian mafia - and the gorgeous Natassia.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1pm (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Image shows from L to R: Jeffrey Fairbrother (Simon Cadell), Gladys Pugh (Ruth Madoc). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 4, Episode 5 - The Graven Image

Joe Maplin has commissioned his own statue and has specific instructions issued as to the form the unveiling should take. But, in the best Maplin's tradition, all does not go according to plan!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:40pm (repeat)
Ever Decreasing Circles. Image shows from L to R: Ann Bryce (Penelope Wilton), Martin Bryce (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Ever Decreasing Circles

Series 3, Episode 6

The annual mock-battle between the Cavaliers and the Roundheads is about to take place. Martin wants to be in charge of the Cavaliers, but Paul has been voted into the job. Instead, he leads the Roundheads and a direct duel with Paul!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:20pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Image shows from L to R: Private Godfrey (Arnold Ridley), Lance Corporal Jones (Clive Dunn), Private Walker (James Beck), Captain Mainwaring (Arthur Lowe), Private Frazer (John Laurie), Sergeant Wilson (John Le Mesurier), Private Pike (Ian Lavender)

Dad's Army

Series 1, Episode 5 - The Showing Up Of Corporal Jones

A Major from HQ believes that Jones is too old to serve in the Home Guard. However, following Mainwaring's pleas and Jones's clear enthusiasm, he agrees to allow the butcher to stay with the platoon - as long as he can complete an assault course in 15 minutes.

Talking Pictures TV 2:30pm (repeat)
The Fast Lady. Image shows from L to R: Charles Chingford (James Robertson Justice), Murdoch Troon (Stanley Baxter). Copyright: Independent Artists

The Fast Lady

Cyclist Murdoch Troon is encouraged to double his wheel-count for the affections of a beautiful girl - however, her father could be a greater obstacle.

CITV 2:55pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 37 - Bean In Love

Mr Bean's heart-throb, Roxy, is singing in a concert at the London Palladium, and he sets his sights on getting her signature in his autograph book. A difficult feat, but will love prevail?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 3, Episode 7 - What To Wear When Yachting

Hyacinth plans a nautical supper when one of Sheridan's friends lends them a cruiser for the weekend.

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

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 38 - Double Trouble

Mr Bean is over the moon when he meets Mr Pod - the two men have so much in common: the same shirt, jacket, trousers and even underpants. And to top it all, Pod is Bean's spitting image. But Mr Bean falls to earth with a bump when his girlfriend, Irma Gobb, finds Mr Pod much better looking than him.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:05pm (repeat)
Danny & Mick. Image shows from L to R: Mick (Mick Potts), Danny (Danny Adams). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Danny & Mick

Series 1, Episode 4 - Ping Pong Problems

When Danny is too tired to take on Lance in the annual ping pong competition, Mick is forced to extreme lengths to get his brother the nap he needs...

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:20pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 18 - Inventor's Block

Dennis doesn't realise the pressure he's putting on Rubi to excel in the school science fair is giving her a severe case of inventor's block.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:40pm (repeat)
The Good Life. Image shows from L to R: Margo Leadbetter (Penelope Keith), Tom Good (Richard Briers), Jerry Leadbetter (Paul Eddington), Barbara Good (Felicity Kendal). Copyright: BBC

The Good Life

Series 4, Episode 1 - Away From It All

The Goods leave Jerry and Margo in charge of the house for a weekend in order to unwind. However they are so worried that the Leadbetters will not be able to cope that they can not relax at all.

U&Drama channel logo 4:20pm (repeat)
Lovejoy. Lovejoy (Ian McShane). Copyright: FremantleMedia

Lovejoy

Series 5, Episode 5 - Three Men and a Brittle Lady

When Charlotte's boyfriend arrives from New York and asks her to move to Paris, Lovejoy has to prove to her that Suffolk has its own charms.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:20pm (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 17, Episode 4 - The First Human Being To Ride A Hill

When Pearl confiscates Howard's bike, Foggy suggests that what he needs is one which can be easily concealed or, better still, doesn't look like a bicycle.

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

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 2, Episode 3 - Chow Wow

Dave enters Fuzzypeg into a competition to become the face of a new brand of dog food which he unexpectedly wins, but as Fuzzypeg embarks on a glamorous new lifestyle, Dave misses his pal and seeks a way to terminate his contract.

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

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 2, Episode 4 - The Throne

Gran buys a new loo which looks strikingly similar to the previously encountered Chaos Toilet - this lavatory has a tendency to flush its users into another dimension, and Dave and Gran quickly find themselves flushed and spat out in olden-day Grimsby. Here the Queen of Grimsby has a bone to pick with Gran...

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

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 19 - Shopping Shenanigans, Istanbul, Turkey

Glitch's wishes cause underground trouble in Istanbul - an ancient ceiling may collapse!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:45pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 37 - Danger Is Forever

Danger Mouse takes on Greenback - but as a geriatric (or elderly) mouse, after the Baron speeds up the rotation of Earth, making everyone and thing 1,000 years older! Can DM pull out all the stops and restore the world?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5pm (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 17, Episode 5 - Captain Clutterbuck's Treasure

Compo, Clegg and Foggy hatch a plot to become immensely wealthy.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5pm (repeat)
GiggleQuiz. Justin Fletcher. Copyright: BBC

GiggleQuiz

Series 2, Episode 11 - Keith Fitt's Rumbly Tummy

Keith has missed breakfast and his rumbly tummy is putting him off the quiz.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
Geoffrey Whitehead

The Architects

Series 2, Episode 3 - Turret

Matt gets to mentor the boss's granddaughter and design a building with a great big turret (possibly).

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

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 4, Episode 6 - Waffle The Pupil

Waffle must impress on his first day as a trial school pupil but struggles to hold a pen.

U&Drama channel logo 5:25pm (repeat)
Fresh Fields. Image shows from L to R: Hester Fields (Julia McKenzie), William Fields (Anton Rodgers). Copyright: Thames Television

Fresh Fields

Series 4, Episode 5 - Takes Two To Tango

When Sonia announces that John must be having an affair, William finds that suspicion is catching.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Meet David Sedaris. David Sedaris

Meet David Sedaris

Series 8, Episode 6 - Instalment 6

The American humorist presents the final selection of readings from his essays and other writing, 25 years since he first shared his singular worldview with the Radio 4 listeners.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:40pm (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Image shows from L to R: Jeffrey Fairbrother (Simon Cadell), Gladys Pugh (Ruth Madoc). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 4, Episode 5 - The Graven Image

Joe Maplin has commissioned his own statue and has specific instructions issued as to the form the unveiling should take. But, in the best Maplin's tradition, all does not go according to plan!

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Waiting For God. Image shows from L to R: Diana Trent (Stephanie Cole), Tom Ballard (Graham Crowden). Copyright: BBC

Waiting For God

Series 3, Episode 2

Tom's thrown in at the deep end - literally - when he is left to look after his grandchildren. They've certainly inherited their mother's charm. Whilst Diana wages her own war of retribution, Jane talks Harvey into joining a dating agency.

U&Dave channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Taskmaster. Image shows from L to R: Kerry Godliman, Jessica Knappett. Copyright: Avalon Television

Taskmaster

Series 7, Episode 2 - My Eyes Are Circles

Phil Wang makes ogres poignant despite his eye-catching costume, Jessica Knappett beautifully mimics a funny noise and James Acaster finds various circles. Alex Horne carefully records it all for his beloved boss, Greg Davies.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:20pm (repeat)
The Good Life. Image shows from L to R: Margo Leadbetter (Penelope Keith), Tom Good (Richard Briers), Jerry Leadbetter (Paul Eddington), Barbara Good (Felicity Kendal). Copyright: BBC

The Good Life

Series 4, Episode 1 - Away From It All

The Goods leave Jerry and Margo in charge of the house for a weekend in order to unwind. However they are so worried that the Leadbetters will not be able to cope that they can not relax at all.

BBC Radio Wales. Copyright: BBC 6:30pm
30 min
Dr Strangelove Or: How I Learned To Stop Worrying And Love The Bomb. Dr Strangelove (Peter Sellers)

Atomic: How Dr Strangelove Exploded Pop Culture

Journalist Jude Rogers explores how Stanley Kubrick and Welsh author Peter George transformed the way culture scrutinised the Cold War with their movie masterpiece, Dr Strangelove.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Rich Hall's (US) Breakdown. Rich Hall. Copyright: BBC

Rich Hall's (US) Breakdown

Episode 1 - First 100 Days Breakdown

Rich Hall is joined by Nick Doody to look at the first 100 days of the Biden presidency via the stylings of an American radio talk show.

U&Drama channel logo 6:40pm (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 18, Episode 5 - How To Create A Monster

Smiler is a failure as a "lollipop man" at a school crossing until Foggy gives him some special training.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (repeat)
Porridge. Fletch (Kevin Bishop). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Episode 6 - The Rift

Fletch and his cellmate Joe are getting on each other's nerves - life can be tough inside. But it's at times like this that you really find out who your friends are.

U&Dave channel logo 7pm (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 7, Episode 8

David Mitchell is joined by Jimmy Carr and Griff Rhys Jones, and Lee Mack is joined by Dave Myers and Susanna Reid.

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

I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again

Series 7, Episode 1

Professor Prune dons his electrical time trousers.

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 18, Episode 6 - Deviations With Davenport

The three friends try to help a guide-book writer who is lost.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
The House Of The Spirit Levels

The House Of The Spirit Levels

Episode 1, To Begin at the End: Tony is grappling with the Russian mafia - and the gorgeous Natassia.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Image shows from L to R: Private Godfrey (Arnold Ridley), Lance Corporal Jones (Clive Dunn), Private Walker (James Beck), Captain Mainwaring (Arthur Lowe), Private Frazer (John Laurie), Sergeant Wilson (John Le Mesurier), Private Pike (Ian Lavender)

Dad's Army

Series 1, Episode 5 - The Showing Up Of Corporal Jones

A Major from HQ believes that Jones is too old to serve in the Home Guard. However, following Mainwaring's pleas and Jones's clear enthusiasm, he agrees to allow the butcher to stay with the platoon - as long as he can complete an assault course in 15 minutes.

U&Dave channel logo 7:40pm (repeat)
Room 101. Image shows from L to R: Alice Levine, Frank Skinner, Bill Bailey, Una Stubbs. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 7, Episode 8 - Bill Bailey, Una Stubbs, Alice Levine

Frank Skinner hosts the comedy panel show. Bill Bailey, Una Stubbs and Alice Levine compete to have their pet hates and peeves consigned to Room 101. Topics include taramasalata, people who talk too loudly and drama cliches.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Image shows from L to R: Private Godfrey (Arnold Ridley), Lance Corporal Jones (Clive Dunn), Private Walker (James Beck), Captain Mainwaring (Arthur Lowe), Private Frazer (John Laurie), Sergeant Wilson (John Le Mesurier), Private Pike (Ian Lavender)

Dad's Army

Series 1, Episode 6 - Shooting Pains

Mainwaring's delighted when the platoon is chosen to provide a Guard of Honour for the Prime Minister at a local event. However, Major Regan is still on their backs, and sets up a showdown between Walmington-on-Sea and the nearby Eastgate platoon.

U&Dave channel logo 8:20pm (repeat)
Room 101. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Frank Skinner, Vicky McClure, Sandi Toksvig. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 7, Episode 4 - Vicky McClure, Sandi Toksvig, Josh Widdicombe

Vicky McClure, Sandi Toksvig and Josh Widdicombe compete to have their pet hates and peeves consigned to Room 101, with topics including real ale, hotel leaflets and coat hangers.

Talking Pictures TV 9pm (repeat)
The Assassination Bureau Limited. Sonya Winter (Diana Rigg). Copyright: Paramount

The Assassination Bureau Limited

Period adventure comedy about a group of assassins for hire who are contracted to kill their own boss.

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

The Fast Show

Series 3, Episode 2

Johnny Gosling and Mister Kipling make their first appearances.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Susan Calman, Sandi Toksvig, Holly Walsh, Matt Lucas. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series P, Episode 16 - Post

With Susan Calman, Holly Walsh and Matt Lucas.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm
60 min
Taskmaster. Lee Mack. Copyright: Avalon Television

Taskmaster

Series 11, Episode 7 - You've Got No Chutzpah

There are fires and alarms in this episode, though not at the same time, as Taskmaster Greg Davies grades the five courageous comics on their task-completion skills. Little Alex Horne is forced into supping cold soup, Lee Mack destroys a vole and Sarah Kendall invents a sweet dressing for an unusual salad. Also, Charlotte Ritchie provides sound effects for a set of Russian dolls.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm
60 min
A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: Micah Richards, Andrew Flintoff, Jack Whitehall, Jamie Redknapp. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Road Trip: Loch Ness To London, Episode 4

Jamie Redknapp, Freddie Flintoff, Jack Whitehall and special guest Shaun Williamson reach London in style via the Thames. Once there, they're joined by former Man City and Villa right back Micah Richards to compete in the fastest sport with two feet always on the ground - race walking! To get them into shape, Olympic race walker Tom Bosworth puts them through their paces, while Sky Sports' own Laura Woods calls every step of the action.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40pm (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Edina (Jennifer Saunders), Saffron (Julia Sawalha). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 1, Episode 1 - Fashion

Wealthy international public relations maven Edina Monsoon awakes hungover with one day to put together a major fashion show. Who should she turn to for help, and can she do it whilst off the booze?

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 10pm
60 min
Scot Squad. Chief Commissioner Cameron Miekelson (Jack Docherty). Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Scot Squad

2021 Specials, Episode 1 - The Chief Does Democracy

Before the public goes to the polls, Scotland's most fairminded man, Chief Commissioner Cameron Miekelson, straddles Scotia on a democratic odyssey.

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
U&Dave channel logo 10pm
40 min
Meet The Richardsons. Image shows from L to R: Jon (Jon Richardson), Mark Radcliffe, Sally Phillips

Meet The Richardsons

Series 2, Episode 4

Jon manages to wreck the family home while Lucy starts a new project with Rob Beckett. Sally Phillips tries to help the Richardsons inject some passion into their sex lives.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Meet David Sedaris. David Sedaris

Meet David Sedaris

Series 8, Episode 6 - Instalment 6

The American humorist presents the final selection of readings from his essays and other writing, 25 years since he first shared his singular worldview with the Radio 4 listeners.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm
50 min
Celebrity Juice. Leigh Francis

Celebrity Juice

Series 25, Episode 4

Keith Lemon hosts as team captains Emily Atack and Laura Whitmore are joined by Howard Donald, HRVY, Rebekah Vardy and Maya Jama for more games, fun and anarchy.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
30 min
Frank Of Ireland. Image shows from L to R: Doofus (Domhnall Gleeson), Frank (Brian Gleeson). Copyright: Merman

Frank Of Ireland

Episode 3

Áine tells Frank that things are getting serious between her and Peter-Brian, so Frank and Doofus set out to expose him as the 'yoked-up party boy' Frank's sure he is.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm
60 min
Redknapp's Big Night Out. Image shows from L to R: Daisy May Cooper, Martin Compston, Thierry Henry

Redknapp's Big Night Out

Episode 2

The trio are joined by Line Of Duty's Martin Compston, This Country star Daisy May Cooper, and Arsenal icon Thierry Henry.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20pm (repeat)
Miranda. Image shows from L to R: Penny (Patricia Hodge), Stevie (Sarah Hadland), Miranda (Miranda Hart), Tilly (Sally Phillips), Gary (Tom Ellis). Copyright: BBC

Miranda

Series 3, Episode 5 - Three Little Words

Gary is preparing for the grand re-opening of the restaurant. Putting on his best chef whites, he has never looked so attractive to Miranda. Will Stevie persuade her to say what she feels? Or will Penny get in the way as she excitedly stalks her poster boy, Raymond Blanc?

BBC Two 10:30pm (repeat)
Mandy. Image shows from L to R: Susan Blower (Maxine Peake), Mandy (Diane Morgan)

Mandy

Series 1, Episode 2 - Susan Bloody Blower

They say revenge is a dish best served cold. But they also say that about gazpacho, and that is disgusting, so what do they know?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
John Kearns. John (John Kearns)

John Kearns

Episode 2 - Half-Time

Passions flare and loyalty is tested at a football ground in London.

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
Radio 4 10:45pm (repeat)
Beth O'Leary

The Flatshare

Episode 9

Tiffy finally stands up to Justin's bullying and Leon is on tenterhooks in court where his brother's appeal is finally being heard.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:45pm (repeat)
Warhorses Of Letters. Image shows from L to R: Marengo (Stephen Fry), Copenhagen (Daniel Rigby). Copyright: BBC

Warhorses Of Letters

Series 1, Episode 2

Copenhagen becomes a warhorse and Marengo sets out into the vast Russian Steppe as he carries Napoleon at the head of his vast army towards Moscow.

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Goodness Gracious Me. Image shows from L to R: Nina Wadia, Kulvinder Ghir, Dave Lamb, Sanjeev Bhaskar, Meera Syal. Copyright: BBC

Goodness Gracious Me

Series 3, Episode 6

More British-Asian influenced comedy.

Comedy Central 11pm (repeat)
Kevin Bridges. Copyright: Andy Hollingworth

Kevin Bridges: The Brand New Tour

Kevin Bridges performs live at the Glasgow Hydro.

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

Russell Howard & Mum

Globetrotters - Series 2, Episode 1 - The Road To Enlightenment In India (Pushkar)

Russell and Ninette are getting spiritual in the Holy City of Pushkar in India. Their Cosmic guide is a barber who is out of this world. He's taking them on a journey of enlightenment via a rat temple, the festival of Holi and one hell of a massage that teaches them the true meaning of 'RELAX!'.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 11pm
30 min
Raiders Of The Lost Archive

Raiders Of The Lost Archive

Series 1, Episode 6 - The Great Outdoors

From mountain climbing to the Highland Games, some of Scotland's funniest minds raid the BBC archives to explore Scotland's great outdoors.

Radio 4 11pm
30 min
Geoff Norcott

Geoff Norcott: It's OK To Change Your Mind

Geoff Norcott asks what happens to convictions when a pandemic turns the world upside down.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
1966 And All That

1966 And All That

Episode 1, The 1920s and 30s: A sideways look at 20th-century Britain, beginning with the 1920s and 1930s, including the death of George V and the advent of the BBC.

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Ricky Gervais: Politics

Ricky Gervais: Politics

Ricky Gervais's sell-out live show looking at the world of politics.

Talking Pictures TV 11:10pm (repeat)
The Best Of The Adventures

The Best Of The Adventures

Film comprising the best bits from Stanley Long's saucy Adventures film trilogy from the late 1970s.

U&Dave channel logo 11:20pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 10, Episode 4

Dara O'Briain, Hugh Dennis and Andy Parsons look back on another week's news with guests Alun Cochrane, Micky Flanagan, Milton Jones and Zoe Lyons.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 11:30pm (repeat)
Rab C. Nesbitt. Rab C. Nesbitt (Gregor Fisher). Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Rab C. Nesbitt

Series 4, Episode 5 - Eorpa

Rab and Jamesie are wrongly accused of murder and are about to be jailed for life, however the Nesbitt's and a Gaelic radio crew clear their names and get them released.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Children's Hour... With Armstrong And Miller. Image shows from L to R: Martin Bain-Jones (Alexander Armstrong), Craig Children (Ben Miller). Copyright: BBC

Children's Hour... With Armstrong And Miller

Episode 3

In an optimistic attempt at cultural review, Craig Children and Martin Bain-Jones throw a Come As You Aren't party.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40pm (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb), Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 1, Episode 5 - Dream Job

Mark is up for promotion at work, but loses out to Sophie. Jez starts a new job at the music studio Super-Hands works at, although he's only allowed to work on reception.

Comedy Central Extra Midnight (repeat)
Al Murray. Copyright: Avalon Television

Al Murray: One Man, One Guvnor

Al Murray returns as The Pub Landlord in this TV edit of his 2014 stand-up DVD, One Man, One Guvnor.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight (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 7, Episode 8

David Mitchell is joined by Jimmy Carr and Griff Rhys Jones, and Lee Mack is joined by Dave Myers and Susanna Reid.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:15am (repeat)
The Fast Show. Image shows from L to R: Paul Whitehouse, Simon Day, Arabella Weir, John Thomson, Caroline Aherne, Charlie Higson, Mark Williams. Copyright: BBC

The Fast Show

Series 3, Episode 2

Johnny Gosling and Mister Kipling make their first appearances.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:15am (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Image shows from L to R: Jon Richardson, Rose Matafeo

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 17 (Channel 4: Series 18), Episode 1

Sean Lock and Miles Jupp take on Jon Richardson and Rose Matafeo, while Vic Reeves joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner. Hosted by Jimmy Carr, with regular Countdown mathematician Rachel Riley looking after the numbers and letters.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:30am (repeat)
Trip Hazard: My Great British Adventure. Image shows from L to R: Rosie Jones, Jamali Maddix

Trip Hazard

Series 1, Episode 3 - Norwich

Rosie takes comedian and broadcaster Jamali Maddix to the East Anglian city of Norwich.

U&Dave channel logo 12:40am (repeat)
Room 101. Image shows from L to R: Alice Levine, Frank Skinner, Bill Bailey, Una Stubbs. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 7, Episode 8 - Bill Bailey, Una Stubbs, Alice Levine

Frank Skinner hosts the comedy panel show. Bill Bailey, Una Stubbs and Alice Levine compete to have their pet hates and peeves consigned to Room 101. Topics include taramasalata, people who talk too loudly and drama cliches.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:55am (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Edina (Jennifer Saunders), Saffron (Julia Sawalha). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 1, Episode 1 - Fashion

Wealthy international public relations maven Edina Monsoon awakes hungover with one day to put together a major fashion show. Who should she turn to for help, and can she do it whilst off the booze?

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Taskmaster. Lee Mack. Copyright: Avalon Television

Taskmaster

Series 11, Episode 7 - You've Got No Chutzpah

There are fires and alarms in this episode, though not at the same time, as Taskmaster Greg Davies grades the five courageous comics on their task-completion skills. Little Alex Horne is forced into supping cold soup, Lee Mack destroys a vole and Sarah Kendall invents a sweet dressing for an unusual salad. Also, Charlotte Ritchie provides sound effects for a set of Russian dolls.

U&Dave channel logo 1:20am (repeat)
Room 101. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Frank Skinner, Vicky McClure, Sandi Toksvig. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 7, Episode 4 - Vicky McClure, Sandi Toksvig, Josh Widdicombe

Vicky McClure, Sandi Toksvig and Josh Widdicombe compete to have their pet hates and peeves consigned to Room 101, with topics including real ale, hotel leaflets and coat hangers.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:35am (repeat)
Miranda. Image shows from L to R: Penny (Patricia Hodge), Stevie (Sarah Hadland), Miranda (Miranda Hart), Tilly (Sally Phillips), Gary (Tom Ellis). Copyright: BBC

Miranda

Series 3, Episode 5 - Three Little Words

Gary is preparing for the grand re-opening of the restaurant. Putting on his best chef whites, he has never looked so attractive to Miranda. Will Stevie persuade her to say what she feels? Or will Penny get in the way as she excitedly stalks her poster boy, Raymond Blanc?

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 1:45am (repeat)
The Stand Up Sketch Show. Kelly Convey

The Stand Up Sketch Show

Series 2, Episode 1

The return of the programme in which routines by renowned and up-and-coming comedians are reconstructed as sketches, with Judi Love, Seann Walsh, Russell Kane, Kelly Convey, Matt Richardson, Adam Hess, Maisie Adam and Emmanuel Sonubi.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 2am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 3, Episode 1 - Dead Men Do Tell Tales

Terry gets another dead-end job when Arthur agrees to look after a coffin. What is really in it?

U&Dave channel logo 2am
65 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Susan Calman, Sandi Toksvig, Holly Walsh, Matt Lucas. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series P, Episode 16 - Post

With Susan Calman, Holly Walsh and Matt Lucas.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 2am (repeat)
Taskmaster. Image shows from L to R: Alex Horne, Jessica Knappett. Copyright: Avalon Television

Taskmaster

Series 7, Episode 3 - Twelve Blush Majesty Two

Rhod Gilbert force-feeds Greg's exec sec Alex Horne a jug of mocha, Kerry Godliman boshes a cricket ball with a croquet mallet and Phil Wang makes a really strange noise.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 2:15am (repeat)
The Stand Up Sketch Show. Sarah Keyworth

The Stand Up Sketch Show

Series 2, Episode 2

Routines by comedians including Sarah Keyworth, Maisie Adam, Russell Kane, Nigel Ng, Harriet Kemsley, Marlon Davis and Bobby Mair are reconstructed as sketches.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:20am (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb), Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 1, Episode 5 - Dream Job

Mark is up for promotion at work, but loses out to Sophie. Jez starts a new job at the music studio Super-Hands works at, although he's only allowed to work on reception.

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 2:20am (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Image shows from L to R: Paul Foot, Sean Lock

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 20 (Channel 4: Series 21), Episode 2

Sean Lock and Paul Foot play against Jon Richardson and Angela Barnes while John Cooper Clarke joins Susie in Dictionary Corner.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:50am (repeat)
Goodness Gracious Me. Image shows from L to R: Nina Wadia, Kulvinder Ghir, Dave Lamb, Sanjeev Bhaskar, Meera Syal. Copyright: BBC

Goodness Gracious Me

Series 3, Episode 6

More British-Asian influenced comedy.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20am (repeat)
The Fast Show. Image shows from L to R: Paul Whitehouse, Simon Day, Arabella Weir, John Thomson, Caroline Aherne, Charlie Higson, Mark Williams. Copyright: BBC

The Fast Show

Series 3, Episode 2

Johnny Gosling and Mister Kipling make their first appearances.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
Geoffrey Whitehead

The Architects

Series 2, Episode 3 - Turret

Matt gets to mentor the boss's granddaughter and design a building with a great big turret (possibly).

BBC Radio Wales. Copyright: BBC 5:30am (repeat)
Dr Strangelove Or: How I Learned To Stop Worrying And Love The Bomb. Dr Strangelove (Peter Sellers)

Atomic: How Dr Strangelove Exploded Pop Culture

Journalist Jude Rogers examines the impact of Cold War comedy Dr Strangelove.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
Meet David Sedaris. David Sedaris

Meet David Sedaris

Series 8, Episode 6 - Instalment 6

The American humorist presents the final selection of readings from his essays and other writing, 25 years since he first shared his singular worldview with the Radio 4 listeners.

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