British Comedy Guide

Schedule Saturday 8th May 2021

BBC Two 6:20am (repeat)
The Dog Ate My Homework. Lauren Layfield

The Dog Ate My Homework

Series 8, Episode 3

Trying to win Lauren's shiny gold stars are team captains Eiry and Oliver, who are joined by special guests Joe Tasker, Annabelle Davis, Thanyia Moore and Marek Larwood.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 13 - Wrapping

The Twirlywoos see someone wrapping a present and get carried away trying to wrap things of their own. Back in the Boat, the Stop-Go Car brings them a long scarf that they all get wrapped up in.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Highlights Special - Yule Only Watch Twice

Danger Mouse and Penfold's friendship comes under scrutiny in this double-length Christmas episode.

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

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 5 - Green Bean

Bean's electricity supply is cut off when Mrs Wicket sees her enormous electricity bill. As the snow falls outside, Bean has an idea - build a wind turbine in the back garden to provide his own power. All goes well until an unexpected storm sends the turbine into overdrive.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:30am (repeat)
Ever Decreasing Circles. Image shows from L to R: Ann Bryce (Penelope Wilton), Martin Bryce (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Ever Decreasing Circles

Series 4, Episode 5

A dispute with a farmer over the right to use a public footpath backfires on Martin as he campaigns to liberate footpaths for the use of all the public. He finds that the same footpath runs through his back garden as well...

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 7:35am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 6 - Cash Machine

Mr Bean tries to retrieve his credit card from a cash dispenser and inadvertently ends up trapped in a bank vault!

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:45am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 44 - Cave Train Trouble, Slovenia

Lars zooms to the rescue when Glitch and Tala go off the rails in search of a baby dragon.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8am (repeat)
We Have Been Watching. Image shows from L to R: Jo Joyner, Johnny Vegas. Copyright: Crook Productions

We Have Been Watching

Episode 1

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

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

The Motion Show

Series 3, Episode 5

Graeme Garden hosts the comic debating show from the Pleasance Theatre during the Edinburgh Festival, with guests Hugh Dennis, Gyles Brandreth, Chris Neill and Stuart Maconie.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:10am (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Christmas Special - Dennis And The Beanostalk

A massive Beanostalk sprouts up in Beanotown, taking all the Gang's Christmas Stuff - and Gnasher - up beyond the clouds to a Land of Giants.

CITV 8:25am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 3, Episode 16 - The Big Freeze

It's cold, the boiler is broken, and Mr. Bean has to get warm, fast.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:30am (repeat)
Danny & Mick. Image shows from L to R: Danny (Danny Adams), Mick (Mick Potts). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Danny & Mick

Series 3, Episode 9 - Break a Leg

Danny and Mick have to play Romeo and Juliet after a theatre company leaves them in the lurch - this time with Danny playing Romeo and Mick playing Juliet, the role he was born to play.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
Prunella Scales

Smelling Of Roses

Series 1, Episode 3 - Positive Thinking

Rosie's company goes New Age, promoting the Brighton leg of a lecture tour by a Californian positive-thinking guru.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:35am (repeat)
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 2, Episode 13 - Woolly Wonder Girl

Police Chief Bevel has his hands full trying to stop rowdy rascals Zip and Pop on their noise-making spree in Craft City.

CITV 8:40am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 3, Episode 16 - The Big Freeze

It's cold, the boiler is broken, and Mr. Bean has to get warm, fast.

CITV 8:55am (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 2, Episode 12 - Magic

Anna is training to be a magician with Dave as her helpful assistant, but their disappearing trick is not up to much - that is, until Zombie Katie bestows a magic spell book upon them. Soon they can't stop making stuff disappear, but what will happen when there is nothing left to make disappear in Grimsby?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
The Eric Morecambe And Ernie Wise Show. Image shows from L to R: Eric Morecambe, Ernie Wise. Copyright: BBC

The Eric Morecambe And Ernie Wise Show

Popular Radio 2 series based on the duo's TV long-running BBC TV series, The Morecambe & Wise Show, mixing stand-up with sketches and special guests.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:05am (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 18 episodes from the David Jason sitcom.

CITV 9:10am (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 2, Episode 13 - Delivery Dave

Lil Sue has started a delivery company called Deliver Sue, and in a quest to raise money for a new set of wheels, Dave lands himself with a job - Anna thinks she knows how to deliver packages quicker than Dave, though, and a dramatic sibling rivalry soon unfolds.

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

The Show With Ten Legs

A repeat of this radio.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10am (repeat)
The Ken Dodd Show. Ken Dodd. Credit: BBC

The Ken Dodd Show

Comedy series with sketches, music and stand-up from comedy master Ken Dodd and special guests.

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 10:30am (repeat)
Justin's House. Image shows from L to R: Justin (Justin Fletcher), Little Monster, Robert the Robert (Steven Kynman). Copyright: BBC

Justin's House

Series 4, Episode 8 - Power Cut Party

When the power goes off in Justin's House, Justin and Robert must learn to work together to get the lights and TV working again in order to watch their favourite TV programmes.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30am (repeat)
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.

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

Fighting Talk

Series 18, Episode 35

Tailenders host and musician Felix White, former cricketer Charles Dagnall, broadcaster Eleanor Oldroyd and comedian Danny Mcloughlin join Colin Murray for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11am (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

The Worst Show On The Wireless

A repeat of this 1973 radio.

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

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 1, Episode 6 - Waffle's Paint Disaster

The Brooklyn-Bells decorate Doug's bedroom. Waffle tries to help but causes a green paint disaster and escapes into Mrs Hobbs' house next door.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30am (repeat)
The Eric Morecambe And Ernie Wise Show. Image shows from L to R: Eric Morecambe, Ernie Wise. Copyright: BBC

The Eric Morecambe And Ernie Wise Show

Series 3, Christmas Special - The Eric Morecambe And Ernie Wise Christmas Show

Eric and Ernie present a special festive edition of their radio show, with Ann Hamilton and guest vocalist Vince Hill.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:25pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Javone Prince

Horrible Histories

Series 9, Special - Black British History

Horrible Histories charts the contribution of black people to British life throughout history. How did African soldiers come to be guarding Hadrian's Wall? Why was a West African diver asked to help salvage Henry VIII's ship, the Mary Rose? And the actor Ira Aldridge tells us how he came to leave New York to find fame in 19th-Century England.

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

The News Quiz

Series 105, Episode 4

Andy Zaltzman and panellists including Paul Sinha, Angela Barnes, Ayesha Hazarika and Ian Smith square up to the week's headlines.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:55pm (repeat)
Paddington. Copyright: STUDIOCANAL / Heyday Films

Paddington

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

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:55pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Queen Victoria (Sarah Hadland). Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 6, Episode 4 - Naughty Napoleon

We follow Napoleon as he rises from humble beginnings to be the Emperor of France, bashing most of Europe along the way, and ultimately meeting his Waterloo at, well, Waterloo! Meanwhile across the world we meet the Indian traveller who brought Shampoo to the world.

U&Drama channel logo 1:15pm (repeat)
Auf Wiedersehen, Pet

Auf Wiedersehen, Pet

Series 4, Episode 3 - A Gift from Fidel

Comedy drama about a group of builders who flee overseas in search of work.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:15pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 45 - Endangered Species, Sao Paulo, Brazil

The rare Black Lion Tamarins need help to survive in the pristine forests of Sao Paulo.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:25pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

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

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

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:35pm (repeat)
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 2, Episode 14 - A Birthday Surprise

Bitz, Bob, Bevel, Zip and Pop are making Purl a surprise birthday present - the best hairclip ever!

CITV 1:50pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 9 - Crush

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

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2pm (repeat)
Natalie Haynes

Natalie Haynes Stands Up For The Classics

Series 1, Episode 2 - Sophocles

Sophocles invents the TV detective with Oedipus. Spoiler alert! Bad things happen.

CITV 2:05pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 10 - Bike

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

U&Drama channel logo 2:15pm (repeat)
Auf Wiedersehen, Pet

Auf Wiedersehen, Pet

Series 4, Episode 4 - Moonlighting

Comedy drama about a group of builders who flee overseas in search of work.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2:30pm (repeat)
Revolting People. Copyright: BBC

Revolting People

Series 2, Episode 1 - Trying Times

A wife returns, a daughter gives birth, and Sergeant McGurk reveals the real reason why the English won the Battle of Culloden.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 2:40pm (repeat)
Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Series 2, Episode 12 - Timmy's Birthday

It's Timmy's birthday and his friends make him a delicious cake, but he can't resist tasting a bit early.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:40pm (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 11 - Bug Brooch

Lily is delighted when Rob buys her a present for the first time - only it's a horrible bug-shaped brooch!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 3pm (repeat)
The Consultants

The Consultants

Series 4, Episode 1

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

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:10pm (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 13 - So Long Farewell

Martha is offered a place at Greatacre, the boarding school her mother once went to. Ollie can't cope with the idea of Martha leaving.

U&Drama channel logo 3:20pm (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

A selection of episodes from the fourth series of the Only Fools And Horses spin-off.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 3:20pm (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 2, Episode 9 - Waffle And The Tooth Fairy

Doug's tooth has fallen out, so Jess and Simon tell Waffle about the Tooth Fairy. Waffle longs to meet the Tooth Fairy and his dream comes true.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 3:30pm (repeat)
Chris Addison's Civilization

Chris Addison's Civilization

Episode 1 - Controlling The Universe

Chris Addison goes on a journey through the vast and rich subject of civilisation and explains exactly what we need to create a new one. In the opening episode, he investigates the notion of a controllable universe.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:40pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

A selection of episodes from the first series of the remake of the classic cartoon.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:15pm (repeat)
Class Dismissed. Copyright: BBC

Class Dismissed

Series 5, Episode 4 - The Dramatic Announcement

Mr Christopher makes a dramatic announcement but is fuming when no-one seems bothered.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:30pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Queen Victoria (Sarah Hadland). Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 6, Episode 3 - Mardy Mary Queen Of Scots

We follow the young Mary as she stumbles from young girl in Scotland, to Queen in France, back to Queen in Scotland, and finally to Elizabeth I's public enemy no. 1 - with a bit of Queenian Rhapsody thrown in for good measure! Meanwhile across the world we meet silver-nosed Danish scientist Tycho Brahe, and Mr H gives us his unique take on the epic Battle of Lepanto in another History's Craziest Fools.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:55pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Queen Victoria (Sarah Hadland). Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 6, Episode 8 - Bolshy Boudica

British Queen Boudica turns against her Roman masters and unleashes her wrecking ball on Colchester, St Albans and London. Meanwhile, across the world, famous emperors Caligula and Nero, dish out their own unique brand of Imperial nastiness.

CITV 5pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 3, Episode 16 - The Big Freeze

It's cold, the boiler is broken, and Mr. Bean has to get warm, fast.

CITV 5:15pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 3, Episode 16 - The Big Freeze

It's cold, the boiler is broken, and Mr. Bean has to get warm, fast.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 5:25pm (repeat)
Mr. Bean's Holiday. Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson). Copyright: STUDIOCANAL / Universal Pictures

Mr Bean's Holiday

The disaster-prone Englishman wins a holiday to Cannes, but on his travels he unwittingly separates a young boy from his film director father.

U&W channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey), Sue (Claire Skinner), Karen (Ramona Marquez), Ben (Daniel Roche), Pete (Hugh Dennis). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 2, Episode 7

The Brockman family have a very restless night. Will anyone get any sleep? And what on earth are those dreadful noises coming from next door? And why is there a policeman at their front door?

U&W channel logo 6:35pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Karen (Ramona Marquez), Sue (Claire Skinner), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey), Pete (Hugh Dennis), Ben (Daniel Roche). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 3, Episode 2

When Mum finds an inappropriate image on the family computer, an investigation begins. Meanwhile Gran is still staying and Dad is horrified at the thought of having a heart-to-heart with her.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:35pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 10 - Jeopardy Mouse

When the Baron rearranges the countries of the world Danger Mouse reluctantly joins forces with his American counterpart, Jeopardy Mouse, and takes New Zealand for a spin.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:45pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 11 - The Return Of Danger K

When an old enemy returns, Colonel K must come out of retirement to save the world from an outbreak of rudeness.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
The Eric Morecambe And Ernie Wise Show. Image shows from L to R: Eric Morecambe, Ernie Wise. Copyright: BBC

The Eric Morecambe And Ernie Wise Show

Popular Radio 2 series based on the duo's TV long-running BBC TV series, The Morecambe & Wise Show, mixing stand-up with sketches and special guests.

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

My Teenage Diary

Series 9, Episode 3 - Olly Mann

Rufus Hound talks to the podcaster Olly Mann about his teenage diaries, and finds out about boarding school life, Olly's Bah Mitzvah, and his love of the Australian soap Neighbours.

U&W channel logo 7:20pm (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 selection of episodes from the second series of the sitcom by and starring Ruth Jones and James Corden.

Comedy Central 7:25pm (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

We Love...

Episode 1 - We Love Gavin & Stacey

A celebration of Gavin & Stacey, featuring cast, crew and celebrity fans, revealing a world of back-stage insight into the production of the comedy series.

BBC Two 7:30pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Image shows from L to R: Private Godfrey (Arnold Ridley), Lance Corporal Jones (Clive Dunn), Private Walker (James Beck), Captain Mainwaring (Arthur Lowe), Private Frazer (John Laurie), Sergeant Wilson (John Le Mesurier), Private Pike (Ian Lavender)

Dad's Army

Series 2, Episode 2 - The Battle Of Godfrey's Cottage

Mainwaring plans to use Godfrey's cottage as a vital post in case the Germans should ever invade. His plan is put into action when the church bells ring.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

The Show With Ten Legs

A repeat of this radio.

U&Drama channel logo 8pm (repeat)
Shakespeare & Hathaway - Private Investigators. Image shows from L to R: Luella Shakespeare (Jo Joyner), Frank Hathaway (Mark Benton)

Shakespeare & Hathaway - Private Investigators

Series 2, Episode 2 - The Play's The Thing

When a LARP (live action role-play) battle in the woods goes wrong, Lu and Frank must clear the Queen's name and catch the culprit.

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

Not Going Out

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

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8pm (repeat)
The Ken Dodd Show. Ken Dodd. Credit: BBC

The Ken Dodd Show

Comedy series with sketches, music and stand-up from comedy master Ken Dodd and special guests.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30pm (repeat)
U&Yesterday channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 3, Episode 6 - Final Stretch

Godber's case is coming up before the parole board, and with his clean record and his O Levels, he's sure to sail through it. Unless his feud with Jarvis - all brawn but little brain - escalates. Can he turn the other cheek, or has a man got to do what a man's got to do?

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Richard Ayoade

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

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

Jon Richardson and Sara Pascoe take on Sean Lock and Richard Ayoade. Nick Helm joins Susie in Dictionary Corner.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm
60 min
Murder, They Hope. Image shows from L to R: Terry (Johnny Vegas), Gemma (Sian Gibson), Monica (Sarah Hadland). Copyright: Shiny Button Productions

Murder, They Hope

Series 1, Episode 1 - The Bunny Trap

Gemma and Terry are now private investigators. Bad ones. But, as luck would have it, they have in their possession a valuable collector's piece that the murderous Bunnyman will stop at nothing to acquire. Gemma lays a trap for The Bunnyman while Terry heads up his own very low-quality investigation.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9pm (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

The Worst Show On The Wireless

A repeat of this 1973 radio.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30pm (repeat)
The Eric Morecambe And Ernie Wise Show. Image shows from L to R: Eric Morecambe, Ernie Wise. Copyright: BBC

The Eric Morecambe And Ernie Wise Show

Series 3, Christmas Special - The Eric Morecambe And Ernie Wise Christmas Show

Eric and Ernie present a special festive edition of their radio show, with Ann Hamilton and guest vocalist Vince Hill.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 9:35pm
55 min
The Jonathan Ross Show. Jonathan Ross. Copyright: Hot Sauce / ITV Studios

The Jonathan Ross Show

Series 17, Episode 5 - Ian McKellen, Darcey Bussell, Romesh Ranganathan, Rag'n'Bone Man

Jonathan joined by star of stage and screen Ian McKellen, former Royal Ballet principal dancer and Strictly Come Dancing judge Darcey Bussell and comedian Romesh Ranganathan. Plus, multiple Brit award-winning singer Rag'n'Bone Man chats and performs in the studio.

U&Yesterday channel logo 9:40pm (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 1, Episode 1 - Alive And Buried

Replaced at work by a box, Victor embarks on his enforced retirement but finds it exasperatingly difficult to adapt to his directionless new existence. As he struggles without his security guard job, he begins magnifying mundane aspects of everyday life into major dramas.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC / BocPix

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Series 3, Episode 6 - Mammy Swings!

Wedding plans are in full swing as Rory and Dino prepare for their big day. With celebrity wedding planner La La Doggy on board, it looks set to be the wedding extravaganza of the year. But is it really what anybody wants?

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

Mock The Week

Series 12, Episode 4

Dara, Hugh, Chris and Andy return to look over the week's headlines. They're joined by Milton Jones, Ed Byrne and Ava Vidal.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Rigor Mortis

Rigor Mortis

Series 1, Episode 5

Radio sitcom in whic Peter Davison stars as a pathologist.

U&Yesterday channel logo 10:20pm (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 1, Episode 2 - The Big Sleep

Margaret tries to help her husband cope with early retirement by getting him a book from the library entitled Coping with Old Age.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Josie Long: Romance And Adventure. Josie (Josie Long). Copyright: BBC

Josie Long: Romance And Adventure

Episode 1

Glasgow is the indie band theme park, where Josie will finally be happy and accepted. But almost as soon as she disembarks the train at Queen Street Station, she begins to think that she's made a big mistake. Josie sets about finding friends, a place to live and a new job.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:35pm (repeat)
All Round To Mrs. Brown's. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Aly Mahmoud, Rochelle Humes, Mrs Brown (Brendan O'Carroll), Cathy Brown (Jennifer Gibney), Roz Wiseman, Sharon Humes, Marvin Humes

All Round To Mrs. Brown's

Series 2, Episode 5

Agnes and family are joined by QI's unofficial co-host Alan Davies, pop power couple Marvin and Rochelle Humes, and Wayne Bridge gives a football masterclass despite Dermot and Buster's best efforts. Plus, Foley's is packed out once again for music from newcomers Picture This.

U&Dave channel logo 10:35pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Chris Addison, Dara O Briain, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 12, Episode 5

Dara O Briain and the team find the comedy in the week's news with the help of guests Josh Widdicombe, Ed Byrne and Hal Cruttenden.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Jason Cook's School Of Hard Knocks. Jason Cook. Copyright: BBC

Jason Cook's School Of Hard Knocks

Episode 1 - Best Man Speeches and Weddings

Jason and his team examine the pitfalls of making best man speeches and give advice on how to make a wedding memorable.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Episode 5

Sean Lock and Miles Jupp take on Jon Richardson and Greg Davies. Holly Walsh is in with Susie Dent, while Rachel Riley deals with the letters and numbers.

U&Dave channel logo 11:20pm (repeat)
Insert Name Here. Image shows from L to R: Jon Richardson, Josh Widdicombe, Ruth Goodman, Sue Perkins, Holly Walsh, Richard Osman, Adil Ray. Copyright: 12 Yard Productions / Black Dog Television

Insert Name Here

Series 1, Episode 5 - Dave

Joining the team captains are Ruth Goodman, Adil Ray, Jon Richardson and Holly Walsh.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
I've Never Seen Star Wars. Marcus Brigstocke. Copyright: BBC

I've Never Seen Star Wars

Series 6, Episode 4 - Gyles Brandreth

Gyles Brandreth is persuaded to try four new experiences, including spending a day doing absolutely nothing and writing his first ever pop song.

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

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Series 3, Episode 3 - Mammy's Break

It's Agnes Brown's anniversary and she's in a great mood. However, she would be in an even better mood if she could just find someone to look after Grandad for a couple of weeks while she treats herself to a holiday.

Comedy Central Extra Midnight (repeat)
Joel & Nish Vs The World. Image shows from L to R: Nish Kumar, Joel Dommett. Copyright: Rumpus Media

Joel & Nish Vs The World

A selection of episodes from the second series.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight
60 min version
(repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Gary Delaney, Sarah Millican, Laura Lexx, Ahir Shah. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 14, Christmas Special

The funny and fabulous Sarah Millican introduces king of the one-liner Gary Delaney, the effervescent Laura Lexx and the incredibly sharp Ahir Shah to the stage.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 12:05am (repeat)
Redknapp's Big Night Out. Image shows from L to R: Jamie Redknapp, Jimmy Carr

Redknapp's Big Night Out

Episode 3

The regulars are joined by Jimmy Carr, Chelcee Grimes and Danny Dyer. David James is on the decks, and Danny Ings calls in.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:10am (repeat)
Father Ted. Image shows from L to R: Father Dougal McGuire (Ardal O'Hanlon), Father Ted Crilly (Dermot Morgan), Mrs Doyle (Pauline McLynn), Father Jack Hackett (Frank Kelly). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Father Ted

Series 2, Episode 7 - Rock A Hula Ted

Ted is invited to be the judge at the Lovely Girls Festival 1996. Whilst home alone, Dougal welcomes the fiercely feminist, anti-religious pop star Niamh Connolly into the house...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40am (repeat)
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Series 2, Episode 3 - Burglary

Having gone out for fish and chips, Eddie returns hours later, paralytic. Just as Richie's got him into bed, they hear a burglar downstairs.

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Father Ted

Series 2, Episode 8 - Cigarettes And Alcohol And Rollerblading

It's Lent, and following a gloating phonecall from Dick, Ted decides that he, Jack and Dougal should give up their smoking, drinking, and rollerblading respectively. However, it proves to be far more difficult than expected, and the trio call in some outside help...

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Have I Got News For You. Tracey Ullman

Have I Got News For You

Series 55, Episode 4

Team captains Ian Hislop and Paul Merton are joined by guest host Tracey Ullman and panellists James Acaster and Beth Rigby.

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Series 2, Episode 4 - Parade

Richie and Eddie make £8 each for taking part in a police line-up, and intend to drink it away. When they arrive at the pub, bookmaker Larry is already drunk and soon talking of dead certs.

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Guessable?

Series 2, Episode 4

Sara Pascoe welcomes Alex Brooker, Jason Manford, Rachel Parris, and Kiri Pritchard-Mclean into the loft.

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Plebs

Series 5, Episode 3 - The Banquet

The boys gatecrash a posh banquet having received an invitation by mistake. Once there, Marcus attempts to win favour with their host Senator Varus, while Jason seduces bored aristocrat Rufina. Banished to eat with the other slaves, Grumio overhears what he thinks might be a poison plot.

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Live At The Apollo

Series 10, Episode 5 - Hal Cruttenden, Justin Moorhouse, Tom Stade

Hal Cruttenden is in charge this week, with guest performers Justin Moorhouse and Tom Stade.

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That's My Boy

Series 1, Episode 4 - Is It Catching?

Ida has agreed to look after a new-born baby but she has absolutely no idea what she's let herself in for.

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Mock The Week

Series 12, Episode 6

Dara O Briain and the team find the comedy in the week's news with the help of guests Rob Beckett, Ed Byrne and Chris Ramsey.

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Natalie Haynes

Natalie Haynes Stands Up For The Classics

Series 1, Episode 2 - Sophocles

Sophocles invents the TV detective with Oedipus. Spoiler alert! Bad things happen.

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Plebs

Series 5, Episode 4 - The Grumbrella

There's a heatwave in Rome and Marcus has invested in an exciting new gimmick for the bar - ice. Grumio develops an innovation of his own in the form of a hat-parasol hybrid, which attracts the attention of wealthy entrepreneur Severus. Jason and Aurelius both join male escort agency the Knights of Eros.

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Joe Lycett: That's The Way, A-Ha A-Ha, Joe Lycett Live

Stand-up comedy from Joe Lycett in this TV version of his 2016 live show and DVD.

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Revolting People

Series 2, Episode 1 - Trying Times

A wife returns, a daughter gives birth, and Sergeant McGurk reveals the real reason why the English won the Battle of Culloden.

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CelebAbility

Series 4, Episode 3

Iain Stirling is joined by team captain Stacey Solomon, who leads three friends in a series of games against Baga Chipz, Tom Read Wilson, Ivo Graham and Demi Sims.

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Insert Name Here

Series 1, Episode 5 - Dave

Joining the team captains are Ruth Goodman, Adil Ray, Jon Richardson and Holly Walsh.

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Series 2, Episode 5 - Holy

After Richie's chopped off his own finger and incinerated the Christmas dinner, a baby is left at the front door. Richie's convinced it's the Second Coming.

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Somewhere In Camp. Private Randle (Frank Randle)

Somewhere In Camp

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

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The Consultants

The Consultants

Series 4, Episode 1

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

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Series 2, Episode 6 - 'S Out

Following a bet with 'Mad' Ken Stalin that they can survive in the wilderness, Richie and Eddie head out to the wilds of Wimbledon Common and pitch a tent.

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Father Ted

Series 2, Episode 7 - Rock A Hula Ted

Ted is invited to be the judge at the Lovely Girls Festival 1996. Whilst home alone, Dougal welcomes the fiercely feminist, anti-religious pop star Niamh Connolly into the house...

BBC Radio 4 Extra 3:30am (repeat)
Chris Addison's Civilization

Chris Addison's Civilization

Episode 1 - Controlling The Universe

Chris Addison goes on a journey through the vast and rich subject of civilisation and explains exactly what we need to create a new one. In the opening episode, he investigates the notion of a controllable universe.

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