British Comedy Guide

Schedule Friday 6th August 2021

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
The Wilsons Save The World. Image shows from L to R: Lola (India Brown), Maxine (Kerry Godliman), Cat (Mia Jenkins), Mike (Marcus Brigstocke). Copyright: BBC

The Wilsons Save The World

Series 2, Episode 1 - Library

Maxine tries to save the local library from closure, so Mike recruits a veteran activist to help out.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 14 - Danger Fan

Shortly after Danger Mouse's biggest fan comes to visit members of the team start to disappear.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:15am (repeat)
French Fields. Image shows from L to R: William Fields (Anton Rodgers), Hester Fields (Julia McKenzie). Copyright: Thames Television

French Fields

Series 3, Episode 5 - Darling Daughters

Hester's attempt to discipline Marie-Christine ends up involving the whole village when Monsieur Dax starts pulling strings. Meanwhile, Emma and Philip are planning a move to London.

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

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 33 - Ralf's Last Prank

When Dennis and the gang think they have caused Ralf to lose his job, they're determined to make his last day at Bash Street School totally blam by setting up the greatest prank Ralf's ever known.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Tessa Coates

Tessa Coates: Resting Witch Face

Tessa Coates uses her "absolutely useless degree in anthropology" to explore why we're so obsessed with witchcraft.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40am (repeat)
Fresh Fields. Image shows from L to R: Hester Fields (Julia McKenzie), William Fields (Anton Rodgers). Copyright: Thames Television

Fresh Fields

Series 1, Episode 5 - Des. Det. Res.

After receiving a rates bill, William considers moving to a smaller home. Hester isn't enthusiastic about leaving the house, but after talking to her mother is giving William a different response.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:40am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 37 - Go Jet Academy: Around The World In 80 Days

The team can't go outside, but a book and a little imagination takes them on an adventure.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
Dad's Army. Copyright: BBC

Dad's Army

Series 2, Episode 2 - If The Cap Fits...

Frazer is becoming increasingly troublesome, so Mainwaring tries to solve the problem by making Frazer a temporary captain. The plan soon gets itself into trouble when a visitor mistakes Frazer for Mainwaring.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:05am (repeat)
Fresh Fields. Image shows from L to R: Hester Fields (Julia McKenzie), William Fields (Anton Rodgers). Copyright: Thames Television

Fresh Fields

Series 1, Episode 6 - Something In The Oven

Emma announces - on the phone, as ever - that she is expecting a baby. Neither William nor Hester are particularly keen on this happening before she is married.

Talking Pictures TV 8:10am (repeat)
Will Any Gentleman...?. Henry Stirling (George Cole). Copyright: STUDIOCANAL

Will Any Gentleman...?

A unfortunate sequence of events sees mild-mannered bank clerk Henry Stirling hypnotised into letting out his inner lothario.

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

Danny & Mick

Series 1, Comic Relief Special - Team Charity

Danny and Mick try to raise money for a good cause, but succeed in raising laughs, eyebrows and hair instead.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
Semi Circles

Semi Circles

Series 2, Episode 1 - A Complete Break

Upwardly mobile Ben and Helen plan a holiday.

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

Bitz & Bob

Series 2, Episode 9 - Snowy Sneezy Goat Gala

It's time for the Snowy Goat Gala on High Snowy Mountain.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40am (repeat)
Are You Being Served?. Image shows from L to R: Mrs. Betty Slocombe (Mollie Sugden), Miss Shirley Brahms (Wendy Richard), Mr. Dick Lucas (Trevor Bannister), Mr. Cuthbert Rumbold (Nicholas Smith), Mr. Mash (Larry Martyn), Mr. Ernest Grainger (Arthur Brough), Mr. Wilberforce Humphries (John Inman), Captain Stephen Peacock (Frank Thornton). Copyright: BBC

Are You Being Served?

Series 7, Episode 4 - Mrs. Slocombe, Senior Person

Mrs. Slocombe is appointed temporary floor manager while Mr. Rumbold recovers from food poisoning, and no one is happy about it.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
Joe Lycett

It's Not What You Know

Series 2, Episode 5

With writer and satirist Francis Wheen, Newsnight presenter Kirsty Wark; and comedian Andrew Maxwell.

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

No More Jockeys

Set 4, Episode 10 - Set 4, Game 11

Mark was last week's winner, now joint second with Alex on three victories, but can either of them tie with Tim this week.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 9:10am (repeat)
Bless This House. Image shows from L to R: Jean Abbott (Diana Coupland), Sid Abbott (Sid James), Mike Abbott (Robin Stewart), Sally Abbott (Sally Geeson). Copyright: Thames Television

Bless This House

Series 5, Episode 8 - Freedom Is

The Abbott family breakfast appears to have turned into Songs Of Praise when Sally comes scrounging for food to give to a tramp she and Mike have befriended in Shepherd's Bush. Sid is less than enthusiastic, but at least they've not brought 'Wally' home with them!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20am (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 1, Episode 5 - Ways And Means

After offering advice to fellow fishing-net "knitter" McLaren on curbing his short temper, Fletch attempts to make amends with the governor when McLaren forgoes angry outbursts for a more peaceful rooftop protest.

CITV 9:25am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

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

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

Twirlywoos

Series 4, Episode 22 - More About Pop

The Twirlywoos are in a room full of model aeroplanes watching a model maker starting a new project.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Episode 8 - An Englishman's Home

When Devere installs new security cameras, Audrey declares war.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 9:45am (repeat)
On The Buses. Jack Harper (Bob Grant). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 4, Episode 6 - The 'L' Bus

Stan and Jack are placed in charge of the L., or 'learner' bus. At home, following a bit of fixing by Stan, Arthur and Olive's bed collapses.

Talking Pictures TV 9:50am (repeat)
Take Me High. Image shows from L to R: Tim Matthews (Cliff Richard), Sarah (Debbie Watling). Copyright: STUDIOCANAL

Take Me High

A repeat of this 1973 film.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10am (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 30, Episode 9 - Variations On A Theme Of Father's Day

In order that Hobbo can find out more about Nelly, his supposed mother, he has Howard eavesdrop on her when she is visiting Pearl.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:05am (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Jalaal Hartley, Jessica Ransom, Tom Stourton, Harrie Hayes, Rachel Cash, Emily Lloyd Saini

Horrible Histories

Series 8, Special - Mayflower Malarkey

The Puritans set sail, Queen Elizabeth I loses a colony, and the Founding Fathers sing!

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 10:20am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 9, Episode 10 - Cars And Pints And Pains

If Arthur can't sell his second-hand cars, he'll just have to hire them out.

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

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 3 - The Black Hand

Ace detectives Secret Sooty and Agent Bone take on their arch enemy the Black Hand. Can they stop his dastardly plans, or will his exploding beans get the better of them? Guest starring Joe Pasquale.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:35am (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Holly H

Horrible Histories

Series 8, Special - Holly H Song Special

Social media star Holly H is Rattus's guest on his radio station, BBC Radio Number Two.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40am (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 30, Episode 10 - Goodnight Sweet Ferret

When word goes around town that Old Heptonstall is looking for volunteers, Hobbo and his army of volunteers, namely Alvin and Entwistle, go and visit him without a second thought.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20am (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 1, Episode 4

Hyacinth is at her wit's end, what with the charity shop, Councillor Nugent, Rose's love life - and Daddy's! Can she cope?

CITV 11:25am (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated comedy starring Johnny Vegas.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:25am (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 29 - Cheesemageddon

Another 'grate' episode. It sees fanatical cheese fundamentalist Aubrey Camembear threaten to create the ultimate weapon which will turn everything to cheese.

BBC Radio Scotland 11:30am
30 min
Breaking The News. Des Clarke. Copyright: BBC Studios

Breaking The News

Series 19, Episode 8

Des Clarke breaks the news with Ahir Shah, Susie McCabe, Marc Jennings & Tiff Stevenson.

Radio 4 11:30am
30 min
Ellie Taylor's Safe Space. Ellie Taylor

Ellie Taylor's Safe Space

Series 2, Episode 1 - Parties

Ellie Taylor thinks parties are awful and should be banned. Joining in are regular sidekick Robin Morgan and guest Ella Al-Shamahi, author of The Handshake: A Gripping History.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:40am (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 30 - Queen Of The Weevils

Our hero's lack of belief in wizardry comes back to bite him as an evil Magical Queen, the Queen of Weevils, is released and determined to take revenge on the world.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:50am (repeat)
Class Dismissed. Copyright: BBC

Class Dismissed

Series 2, Episode 3 - Nits!

There's an outbreak of nits at Dockbridge High and there's only one person who can help... Some call her the Exterminator, some call her the Nitbuster, others just call her the Nit Nurse. But can she save the school from a fate worse than nits?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Mr. Edmund Blackadder, Esquire (Rowan Atkinson). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Black Adder The Third, Episode 4 - Sense And Senility

As the British anarchist movement grows in number, the Prince becomes more wary of threats upon his life. He is also increasingly interested in the theatre, and seeks acting tuition from two leading thespians.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Copyright: BBC

Dad's Army

Series 2, Episode 2 - If The Cap Fits...

Frazer is becoming increasingly troublesome, so Mainwaring tries to solve the problem by making Frazer a temporary captain. The plan soon gets itself into trouble when a visitor mistakes Frazer for Mainwaring.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:05pm (repeat)
Monster Court

Monster Court

Episode 15 - The Case Of The Boring Class

Primary school head teacher Dave McPartlin accuses Class 6CB of not having enough fun.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:30pm (repeat)
All At Sea. Image shows from L to R: Ben (Sam Hattersley), Charlie (Ryan Wilkinson), Alison (Olivia Cosgrove). Copyright: BBC

All At Sea

Series 2, Episode 2 - Chicken

When Charlie and his pals try to exploit Kevin's prize chicken for cash they find themselves in conflict with their families, their poshest neighbour and a local organic chef.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
Semi Circles

Semi Circles

Series 2, Episode 1 - A Complete Break

Upwardly mobile Ben and Helen plan a holiday.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 1, Episode 5 - Ways And Means

After offering advice to fellow fishing-net "knitter" McLaren on curbing his short temper, Fletch attempts to make amends with the governor when McLaren forgoes angry outbursts for a more peaceful rooftop protest.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 12:40pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 33 - The Sphinx, Egypt

Grandmaster Glitch is in need of a holiday, so he takes his Grimbots to Egypt for some rest and relaxation.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 12:50pm (repeat)
Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Series 2, Episode 2 - Sticky Timmy

Harriet shows Timmy and his friends how to make a collage, but Timmy gets glue all over himself.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1pm (repeat)
So Awkward Files. Copyright: Channel X

So Awkward Files

Episode 1 - Lily and Rob

The Cranmede pupils look back on four years of friendship and fun - and all because Mr Malone has set an online questionnaire asking them to share their views on their school experience. When Rob questions Lily's athletic skills, she is forced into a lie about her sporting past - and her many reminiscences of happy times with her ex, Matt Furnish, don't go down well with Rob.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20pm (repeat)
Are You Being Served?. Image shows from L to R: Mrs. Betty Slocombe (Mollie Sugden), Miss Shirley Brahms (Wendy Richard), Mr. Dick Lucas (Trevor Bannister), Mr. Cuthbert Rumbold (Nicholas Smith), Mr. Mash (Larry Martyn), Mr. Ernest Grainger (Arthur Brough), Mr. Wilberforce Humphries (John Inman), Captain Stephen Peacock (Frank Thornton). Copyright: BBC

Are You Being Served?

Series 7, Episode 4 - Mrs. Slocombe, Senior Person

Mrs. Slocombe is appointed temporary floor manager while Mr. Rumbold recovers from food poisoning, and no one is happy about it.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2pm (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 5, Episode 10 - Brain Versus Brawn

The Colonel is unamused by his superiors' plans to forge a commando-style unit of younger Home Guard. In order to prove his point, he invites Mainwaring's platoon to take part in a special exercise...

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 2:25pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 38 - Mars Mission, Chile

Cartoon following four adventure-seeking superheroes as they explore places all around the world.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:25pm (repeat)
Almost Never. Image shows from L to R: Harry (Harry Still), Nate (Nathaniel Dass), Oakley (Oakley Orchard). Copyright: Saltbeef TV

Almost Never

Series 2, Episode 8 - Boy In The Woods

Fabio and GHF's new line-up have a tough first day together.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:40pm (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 5, Episode 11 - A Brush With The Law

After one of the wardens sees a light shining from the church hall, Hodges believes he has Mainwaring on an indefensible charge. Mainwaring is sure of his innocence, but Captain Square's presence as Chief Magistrate does not bode well!

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

Timmy Time

Series 2, Episode 2 - Sticky Timmy

Harriet shows Timmy and his friends how to make a collage, but Timmy gets glue all over himself.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:15pm (repeat)
Diddy TV. Copyright: BBC

Diddy TV

Series 1, Episode 8 - Forever And Ever

Diddy Dick Dom have their very own TV station. Shows include dancing diddies in The Diddy Step, music in Diddy Pops and a heartbreaking documentary about a boy with a spoon for a nose.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 1, Episode 4

Hyacinth is at her wit's end, what with the charity shop, Councillor Nugent, Rose's love life - and Daddy's! Can she cope?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:30pm (repeat)
Danny & Mick. Image shows from L to R: Danny (Danny Adams), Mick (Mick Potts). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Danny & Mick

Series 4, Episode 6 - Invention Tension

It's the Invention of the Year awards, and everyone at the leisure centre has ideas they are hoping to pitch. Business mogul Jacqui Williams turns up to judge and isn't impressed with what she sees. Danny's invention of a chair that does everything might turn her head, however.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:45pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 37 - Grizzly's Great Outdoors

A snake bite causes Grizzly Griller to forget all his survival know-how, so it's down to his greatest fan Dennis to help him re-learn his survival skills so they can all make it safely back to Beanotown.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Mr. Edmund Blackadder, Esquire (Rowan Atkinson). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Black Adder The Third, Episode 4 - Sense And Senility

As the British anarchist movement grows in number, the Prince becomes more wary of threats upon his life. He is also increasingly interested in the theatre, and seeks acting tuition from two leading thespians.

CITV 4pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

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

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4pm (repeat)
Joe Lycett

It's Not What You Know

Series 2, Episode 5

With writer and satirist Francis Wheen, Newsnight presenter Kirsty Wark; and comedian Andrew Maxwell.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30pm (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Episode 8 - An Englishman's Home

When Devere installs new security cameras, Audrey declares war.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:40pm (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 30, Episode 9 - Variations On A Theme Of Father's Day

In order that Hobbo can find out more about Nelly, his supposed mother, he has Howard eavesdrop on her when she is visiting Pearl.

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

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 39 - Go Jet Academy: Weather Prediction Predicament

There's a storm brewing after Glitch's fake weather report puts the cadets in danger.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 14 - Danger Fan

Shortly after Danger Mouse's biggest fan comes to visit members of the team start to disappear.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 4:50pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 9, Episode 11 - The Great Trilby

When Arthur learns that he is line to inherit a fortune, he and Ray set out to trace the Daley ancestry.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
The Wilsons Save The World. Image shows from L to R: Lola (India Brown), Maxine (Kerry Godliman), Cat (Mia Jenkins), Mike (Marcus Brigstocke). Copyright: BBC

The Wilsons Save The World

Series 2, Episode 1 - Library

Maxine tries to save the local library from closure, so Mike recruits a veteran activist to help out.

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

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 1, Episode 5 - Waffle Grows

It's Waffle's last day at the Brooklyn-Bells' but he still finds time to upset neighbour Mrs Hobbs. Simon hears Waffle speak. Will he finally agree that the family can keep the special dog?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:20pm (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 30, Episode 10 - Goodnight Sweet Ferret

When word goes around town that Old Heptonstall is looking for volunteers, Hobbo and his army of volunteers, namely Alvin and Entwistle, go and visit him without a second thought.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Tessa Coates

Tessa Coates: Resting Witch Face

Tessa Coates uses her "absolutely useless degree in anthropology" to explore why we're so obsessed with witchcraft.

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Image shows from L to R: Gladys Pugh (Ruth Madoc), Sqdn-Ldr Clive Dempster DFC (David Griffin). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 7, Episode 1 - Pigs Might Fly

Clive is still engaged to Gladys, Spike wishes he could be and the Camp Controller arrives threatening everyone's jobs.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 1, Episode 5 - Ways And Means

After offering advice to fellow fishing-net "knitter" McLaren on curbing his short temper, Fletch attempts to make amends with the governor when McLaren forgoes angry outbursts for a more peaceful rooftop protest.

U&Dave channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Big Zuu's Big Eats. Image shows from L to R: Desiree Burch, Phil Wang, Big Zuu, Rosie Jones, Ed Gamble

Big Zuu's Big Eats

Big Zuu's Christmas Eats, Episode 2 - Comedy Special

Phil Wang, Desiree Burch, Ed Gamble and Rosie Jones return for more of Zuu's delicious eats - but not before he takes them on some festive foraging.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:25pm (repeat)
Little Roy. Copyright: JAM Media

Little Roy

Series 1, Episode 10 - Gnomey O'Brien

Roy and Bill accidentally break Mr Barker's garden gnome.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Party's Over. Image shows from L to R: Drew (Kiell Smith-Bynoe), Christine Tobin (Ingrid Oliver), Jones (Justin Edwards), Henry Tobin (Miles Jupp), Natalie (Emma Sidi). Copyright: BBC

Party's Over

Series 1, Episode 2 - New Party

While standing in as host at a talk radio station, Henry meets Scott Machin who might just have the answers to all his problems.

U&Drama channel logo 6:40pm (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Series 6, Episode 4 - What's Wrong With Mrs. Bale?

Even by Mrs. Bale's standards, her mood is particularly fractured and Jean, Rocky and Madge are dying to know what is wrong. Could it be a man? Lionel, meanwhile, is feeling unwell.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:40pm (repeat)
Are You Being Served?. Image shows from L to R: Mrs. Betty Slocombe (Mollie Sugden), Miss Shirley Brahms (Wendy Richard), Mr. Dick Lucas (Trevor Bannister), Mr. Cuthbert Rumbold (Nicholas Smith), Mr. Mash (Larry Martyn), Mr. Ernest Grainger (Arthur Brough), Mr. Wilberforce Humphries (John Inman), Captain Stephen Peacock (Frank Thornton). Copyright: BBC

Are You Being Served?

Series 7, Episode 4 - Mrs. Slocombe, Senior Person

Mrs. Slocombe is appointed temporary floor manager while Mr. Rumbold recovers from food poisoning, and no one is happy about it.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Copyright: BBC

Dad's Army

Series 2, Episode 2 - If The Cap Fits...

Frazer is becoming increasingly troublesome, so Mainwaring tries to solve the problem by making Frazer a temporary captain. The plan soon gets itself into trouble when a visitor mistakes Frazer for Mainwaring.

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

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 26, Episode 3 - Has Anyone Seen A Peruvian Wart?

Nora Batty is pursued by a renowned ladies' man.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 1, Episode 4

Hyacinth is at her wit's end, what with the charity shop, Councillor Nugent, Rose's love life - and Daddy's! Can she cope?

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

Semi Circles

Series 2, Episode 1 - A Complete Break

Upwardly mobile Ben and Helen plan a holiday.

CITV 7:35pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated comedy starring Johnny Vegas.

U&Dave channel logo 7:40pm (repeat)
Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (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 5, Episode 12 - Round And Round Went The Great Big Wheel

The platoon are called upon to help work on a camp which is testing a new weapon, a huge wheel. While at first their work is not so glamorous, they soon find themselves trying to stop the weapon when it goes haywire - by Pike's home-made portable radio.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8pm (repeat)
Doc Martin. Image shows from L to R: Dr Martin Ellingham (Martin Clunes), Morwenna Newcross (Jessica Ransom)

Doc Martin

Series 8, Episode 4 - Faith

Having worked as missionaries in Kenya, Morwenna's parents, Jack and Tara Newcross, pay her a surprise visit.

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

QI

Series I, Episode 9 - Illness

With Jo Brand, Ben Goldacre and Andy Hamilton.

U&W channel logo 8:30pm (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 third series of the sitcom by and starring Ruth Jones and James Corden.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (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 5, Episode 13 - Time On My Hands

The platoon jump to arms when a German pilot ejects from his plane and gets his parachute caught on the front of Walmington Town Hall, grapsing to the clock face for dear life. Their attempts to disentagle and capture him do not go to plan.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 9pm (repeat)
Doc Martin. Image shows from L to R: Dr Martin Ellingham (Martin Clunes), Angela Sim (Caroline Quentin)

Doc Martin

Series 8, Episode 5 - From The Mouths Of Babes

James is teething and nothing seems to be working, so Martin and Louisa try Mel's suggestion of amber beads. Mrs Tishell seems to be having a delayed onset of mourning. Al receives a Large whisky order, but when he tries to put the still together he has to ask Bert for help. Louisa has problems at school with Toby, who is Angela Sim's nephew.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Dave Best (Craig Cash), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Antony Royle (Ralf Little)

The Royle Family

Series 1, Episode 6

Denise and Dave's wedding day has finally arrived, and the family are busy readying themselves for the ceremony - and drinking - ahead.

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30 min
King Gary. Image shows from L to R: Gary King (Tom Davis), Terri King (Laura Checkley). Copyright: Shiny Button Productions

King Gary

Series 2, Episode 2 - Prodigy

Gary takes Teddy to the driving range to teach him some golf basics. To Gary's surprise and delight, Teddy would appear to be a natural. This is exciting news for Gary and his dad, who soon have Teddy's golfing career and path to superstardom mapped out.

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The Office. Image shows from L to R: Dawn Tinsley (Lucy Davis), Tim Canterbury (Martin Freeman). Copyright: BBC

The Office

Christmas Specials, Episode 1 - Part 1

We catch up with David Brent, as he still visits his old place of work regularly, despite successfully suing them for unfair dismissal.

Comedy Central Extra 10pm (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.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 10pm (repeat)
Still Game. Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Still Game

Series 1, Episode 2 - Faimly

Victor's family are planning a long-overdue visit. The spare room's ready; the question is: will they show up? Meanwhile, Winston's only got one thing on his mind - gigot chops.

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
U&Dave channel logo 10pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Jason Manford, Sandi Toksvig, Lucy Beaumont, Rhod Gilbert. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series N, Episode 2 - North Norse

With Lucy Beaumont, Rhod Gilbert and Jason Manford.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Tessa Coates

Tessa Coates: Resting Witch Face

Tessa Coates uses her "absolutely useless degree in anthropology" to explore why we're so obsessed with witchcraft.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
65 min
The Lateish Show With Mo Gilligan. Image shows from L to R: Tyson Fury, Roisin Conaty, Big Zuu

The Lateish Show With Mo Gilligan

Series 2, Episode 3

Mo chews the fat with singer Gabrielle, rapper Big Zuu, boxer Tyson Fury and comedian Roisin Conaty, along with surprise guests.

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Greg Davies Live: Firing Cheeseballs At A Dog. Greg Davies. Copyright: Avalon Television

Greg Davies Live: Firing Cheeseballs At A Dog

TV broadcast of Greg Davies Edinburgh Comedy Award-nominated debut 2010 solo stand-up show.

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The Karen Dunbar Show. Karen Dunbar. Copyright: BBC

The Karen Dunbar Show

BBC Scotland sketch show starring comic actress Karen Dunbar.

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

The Hudson And Pepperdine Show

Series 2, Episode 2

Mel Hudson and Vicki Pepperdine get some help with the show this week from war veteran and stand-up comedian Edie Trinder, who valiantly steps in when Mel loses her voice.

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60 min version
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Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Henning Wehn, Katherine Ryan, James Acaster. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 11, Episode 5 - Katherine Ryan, Henning Wehn, James Acaster

Canadian comedy star Katherine Ryan is the host, introducing German comic Henning Wehn and the brilliantly funny James Acaster.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Taskmaster. Aisling Bea. Copyright: Avalon Television

Taskmaster

Series 5, Episode 6 - Spoony Neeson

Taskmaster Greg Davies's little assistant Alex Horne decides it's time for a style makeover, but will it meet with his boss's approval? Meanwhile, with just three shows left, the five comics continue their quest to win a golden likeness of Greg's imperial skull. Bob Mortimer champions sausage meat, Sally Phillips returns to the womb and Greg has a heart to heart with Nish Kumar.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Lewis Macleod Is Not Himself. Lewis Macleod. Copyright: BBC

Lewis Macleod Is Not Himself

Episode 2

Impression-based sketch show that looks behind the scenes at the life and work of star impressionist Lewis Macleod.

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Sarah Millican: Home Bird Live. Sarah Millican

Sarah Millican: Home Bird Live

Third live show from Sarah Millican, edited from the 2014 DVD release of the same name.

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A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: Jamie Redknapp, Rob Beckett, Romesh Ranganathan, Andrew Flintoff, Shanaze Reade. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 15, Episode 1

Jamie Redknapp, Freddie Flintoff and Romesh Ranganathan take the helm for the fifteenth series of sports-based trivia, challenges and laughs. In the first episode of the series, it's Rom taking the helm as the host, keeping a sleepy eye on team captains Jamie and Freddie. Joining Jamie will be three-time Grand Slam winner and two-time Olympic gold medalist Andy Murray and Countryfile presenter Helen Skelton, while Freddie's team consists of comedians and friends of the show Rob Beckett and Jimmy Carr.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Think The Unthinkable. Image shows from L to R: Owen (David Mitchell), Daisy de Vere (Catherine Shepherd), Ryan Packer (Marcus Brigstocke), Sophie Stott (Emma Kennedy). Copyright: BBC

Think The Unthinkable

Series 2, Episode 3 - Barrington Comprehensive

Unthinkable Solutions offer to help St. Vitus Comprehensive in the rough area of Barrington. Before long the pupils are eating from Burger Baron and signed up to some dodgy drug trials in an attempt to make the school some cash.

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The Fast Show. Image shows from L to R: Paul Whitehouse, Simon Day, Arabella Weir, John Thomson, Caroline Aherne, Charlie Higson, Mark Williams. Copyright: BBC

The Fast Show

A selection of episodes from the second and third series of the rapid-fire sketch show.

Comedy Central Extra Midnight (repeat)
Al Murray's Great British Pub Quiz. Image shows from L to R: Shaun Williamson, Al Murray. Copyright: Avalon Television

Al Murray's Great British Pub Quiz

A selection of three episodes.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Rhys James, Nigel Ng, Dara O Briain, Olga Koch, Ed Byrne, Suzi Ruffell. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 18, Episode 8

Dara O Briain looks back on the latest events in news and politics, with the help of Ed Byrne, Rhys James, Olga Koch, Nigel Ng and Suzi Ruffell and regular panellist Hugh Dennis.

U&Dave channel logo 12:40am
60 min version
(repeat)
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Have I Got News For You

Series 58, Episode 10

Charlie Brooker assumes the role of host, with journalist and broadcaster Emma Barnett and comedian Phil Wang joining regular team leaders Ian Hislop and Paul Merton to poke fun at the week's events.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

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

Sean Lock and Bob Mortimer take on guest captain Sarah Millican and Katherine Ryan. Alex Horne and The Horne Section join Susie Dent.

U&Dave channel logo 1:40am (repeat)
U&Dave channel logo 2:15am (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series I, Episode 9 - Illness

With Jo Brand, Ben Goldacre and Andy Hamilton.

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The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Dave Best (Craig Cash), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Antony Royle (Ralf Little)

The Royle Family

Series 1, Episode 6

Denise and Dave's wedding day has finally arrived, and the family are busy readying themselves for the ceremony - and drinking - ahead.

U&Dave channel logo 3am (repeat)
Beat The Internet With John Robins. John Robins

Beat The Internet With John Robins

Episode 11

John Robins hosts the new comedy quiz show where contestants try to finish sentences based on some of the internet's most popular search terms.

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The Fast Show. Image shows from L to R: Paul Whitehouse, Simon Day, Arabella Weir, John Thomson, Caroline Aherne, Charlie Higson, Mark Williams. Copyright: BBC

The Fast Show

Series 3, Episode 7

Ron Manager is confused by the concept of a female sports anchor person.

U&Dave channel logo 3:25am (repeat)
Beat The Internet With John Robins. John Robins

Beat The Internet With John Robins

Episode 12

John Robins hosts the new comedy quiz show where contestants try to finish sentences based on some of the internet's most popular search terms.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:55am (repeat)
Fresh Fields. Image shows from L to R: Hester Fields (Julia McKenzie), William Fields (Anton Rodgers). Copyright: Thames Television

Fresh Fields

Series 1, Episode 6 - Something In The Oven

Emma announces - on the phone, as ever - that she is expecting a baby. Neither William nor Hester are particularly keen on this happening before she is married.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4am (repeat)
Joe Lycett

It's Not What You Know

Series 2, Episode 5

With writer and satirist Francis Wheen, Newsnight presenter Kirsty Wark; and comedian Andrew Maxwell.

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This Way Up. Image shows from L to R: Aine (Aisling Bea), Richard (Tobias Menzies). Copyright: Merman

This Way Up

Series 2, Episode 4

Aine helps Bradley at a fundraiser, but there are consequences when Richard unexpectedly turns up. Vish meets with his ex-wife in New York. Aine and Tom apologise to each other: can they move forward?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30am (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Episode 8 - An Englishman's Home

When Devere installs new security cameras, Audrey declares war.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
The Wilsons Save The World. Image shows from L to R: Lola (India Brown), Maxine (Kerry Godliman), Cat (Mia Jenkins), Mike (Marcus Brigstocke). Copyright: BBC

The Wilsons Save The World

Series 2, Episode 1 - Library

Maxine tries to save the local library from closure, so Mike recruits a veteran activist to help out.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
Tessa Coates

Tessa Coates: Resting Witch Face

Tessa Coates uses her "absolutely useless degree in anthropology" to explore why we're so obsessed with witchcraft.

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