Schedule Wednesday 6th October 2021
11:30am30 min
What's Funny About...
Series 2, Episode 3 - Smack The PonyA look back at the sketch show Smack The Pony with Sally Phillips and Victoria Pile, who variously created, starred in and wrote the show, which arrive on Channel 4 in 1999. They remember the challenges Smack The Pony faced on its journey from a small idea to its Bafta and Emmy success, and talk through some of their favourite sketches and characters.
5pm30 min
Nova Jones
Series 1, Episode 3 - Tantrum by NovaTantrum by Nova, the brand new fragrance on sale now! The trouble is, it hasn't been made yet. Infuriated manager McLaren quits her job, and Sid struggles to fill her well-polished shoes.
6pm
(repeat)
Porridge
Series 3, Episode 2 - Poetic JusticeAn old acquaintance of Fletcher's becomes the third occupant of the cell: the judge who sentenced him to five years! Initial resentment fades, and Fletcher decides that an old school friend of the Governor's could prove very useful. However, not all his fellow prisoners are as enlightened.
6pm
(repeat)
There's Something About Movies
Series 2, Episode 4Joining Alan and team captains Michael Sheen and Jennifer Saunders for another bought of movie flavoured trivia and challenges are Hollywood star and California Man Brendan Fraser, comedian Guz Khan and star of After Life and Derek, Kerry Godliman. Plenty of jokers, but can they solve Alan's riddles?
6pm60 min version (repeat)
6:30pm
(repeat)
The Cold Swedish Winter
Series 3, Episode 2 - Summer: New SwedesGeoff's father-in-law Sten sponsors Ashkan, a young refugee from Afghanistan, who has applied for asylum.
6:40pm
(repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 8, Episode 4 - Wedding BellsGladys eventually agrees to tie the knot and marry Sqn Ldr
The Hon Clive Dempster, DFC. But down at Dempster Hall the family have other ideas.
7pm
(repeat)
There's Something About Movies
Series 2, Episode 5Matt Dillon, Guz Khan and Hannah John-Kamen join team captains Michael Sheen and Jennifer Saunders on the comedy panel show, with Alan Carr asking the questions.
7:20pm
(repeat)
Dad's Army
Series 3, Episode 3 - The Lion Has 'PhonesMainwaring tries to improve communications amongst the platoon by giving lessons in using public telephone boxes. Their lessons are needed when a German plane crash lands into the local reservoir.
7:40pm
(repeat)
Would I Lie To You?
Series 11, Episode 3The guests on this episode are James Acaster, Gabby Logan, Melvin Odoom and Fay Ripley.
8pm
(repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley
Series 1, Episode 5 - ElectionThe council elections are impending, and David's standing for re-election. When Geraldine unknowingly criticises his performance, the locals decide she'd be a far better candidate. For a woman with no political intent it's a daunting prospect, but David could be willing to strike a bargain...
8:20pm
(repeat)
8:40pm
(repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley
Series 1, Episode 6 - AnimalsGeraldine's idea of a special service to bless and celebrate animals - the focus of much of the rural village's life - is welcomed warmly by her flock, but soon finds Dibley ridiculed in the national tabloids. Could this lead to her departure from the community already?
9pm30 min
Hitmen
Series 2: Hitmen Reloaded, Episode 3Fran and Jamie have just taken out Jackson Reynard - a movie producer / drug lord - and are thrilled they've finished the hit
early. But they realise that they have killed Jackson way too soon...
9pm60 min
Rob Beckett's Undeniable
Episode 2The host welcomes actress Fay Ripley and comedians Ivo Graham, Darren Harriott and Bobby Mair, who bring their finest and funniest trivia to get on Rob's cherished Wall of Facts.
9pm60 min version (repeat)
9:20pm
(repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys
Series 3, Episode 3 - Mammy's BreakIt'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.
9:30pm30 min
Hitmen
Series 2: Hitmen Reloaded, Episode 4Fran is upbeat about the forthcoming job to Japan that Mr V has arranged, but first they have to kill an undertaker and part-time organ harvester.
10pm
(repeat)
Sandylands
Series 1, Episode 2Les Vegas is alive, and a furious Emily becomes his unwilling partner in crime. She must now attend his beachside memorial - an event that proves irresistible to Les, who attends in disguise.
10pm
(repeat)
In The Long Run
Series 1, Episode 1Valentine Easmon's arrival upsets the gentle pace of life for his hard-working brother and his family...
10pm60 min
Brassic
Series 3, Episode 1Vinnie finally gets released from prison and with the newly promoted Detective Carl Slater watching his every move, he is doing his best to lie low.
10pm
(repeat)
Mock The Week
Series 19, Highlights Special - CompilationDara O Briain, regular panellist Hugh Dennis and many of the comedians who have appeared this year mark the end of 2020 with a special show looking back on the year's events, along with unseen material, out-takes and all the usual fun.
10pm60 min
Outsiders
Series 1, Episode 2It's day two in the woods for the Outsiders. Will Jess Knappett manage to keep Jamali under control once he gets his hands on a pair of scissors, and will vegan Lou Sanders agree to milking a goat?
10:30pm
(repeat)
In The Long Run
Series 1, Episode 2Valentine goes for a job interview for him at the car parts factory where Walter works, and is joined by Bagpipes on an electrical job in a dingy flat.
10:40pm
(repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys
Series 3, Episode 4 - Mammy's ValentineAs Valentine's Day approaches, love is in the air for all the Brown family - even Grandad. In fact, the only Brown without a date is Agnes.
11pm
(repeat)
A League Of Their Own
Series 16, Episode 7Romesh is joined by Birmingham City striker Troy Deeney, presenter AJ Odudu and comedians Roisin Conaty, Geoff Norcott, Alex Brooker and Tom Allen for more sporting shenanigans. A generous Romesh gives out some gifts, the panel play the V.A.R game, and then it's time for some dizzy penalties and a Slippy Slam Dunk challenge.
11pm5 min
Rockanory
Episode 19 - Trying To Get Blood Out Of A Stone, Part 3Did Keith Richards have all of his blood replaced in a secret clinic high in the Swiss mountains? Sounds plausible, right?
11pm60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo
Series 9, Episode 1 - Eddie Izzard, Josh Widdicombe, Trevor NoahEddie Izzard hosts, with special guests Josh Widdicombe and Trevor Noah.
11pm15 min
Njambi McGrath: Becoming Njambi
Episode 3 - ConfrontationNjambi revisits the confrontations that changed her and her families lives forever, before moving to Britain and engaging in an all too familiar culture.
11:15pm15 min
Tarot: Soundbleed
Episode 1We hear an unrelaxing meditation session, a disaster at a joust and, worst of all, someone gets a guitar out at a party.
11:20pm
(repeat)
The Young Ones
Series 2, Episode 1 - BambiRealising that they've not washed their clothes since 1981, the housemates head to the laundrette. However, Neil's forgotten to tell them that they're expected on University Challenge.
Midnight
(repeat)
The Russell Howard Hour
Series 5, Episode 4Russell delves into the nation's fuel panic and chats to writer and comedian Lucy Beaumont and actor David Harewood. Plus, music from Joy Crookes.
Midnight
(repeat)
Mock The Week
Series 14, Episode 6Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis are joined by Ed Byrne, Rob Beckett, Ed Gamble, Sara Pascoe and Romesh Ranganathan.