British Comedy Guide

Schedule Saturday 23rd October 2021

Talking Pictures TV 6am (repeat)
Old Mother Riley, Headmistress

Old Mother Riley, Headmistress

Mother Riley rises from the soapsuds to scholastics when a distant relative dies, leaving her the laundry in a seminary for young ladies.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (repeat)
George & Mildred. Image shows from L to R: Mildred Roper (Yootha Joyce), George Roper (Brian Murphy). Copyright: Thames Television

George & Mildred

Series 5, Episode 6 - Fishy Business

Mildred accidentally disposes of George's beloved goldfish, Moby. He's initially distraught, but soon decides to give homing pigeons a try...

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6:30am (repeat)
George & Mildred. Image shows from L to R: Mildred Roper (Yootha Joyce), George Roper (Brian Murphy). Copyright: Thames Television

George & Mildred

Series 5, Episode 7 - I Gotta Horse

Mildred's sister Ethel makes rare contact, enquiring about an old model of their father's. Mildred doesn't think anything of it, until a rather enlightening chat with Ann...

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:40am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 13 - Monkey Bay, Thailand

Glitch's plans to open a hotel on an unspoilt beach in Thailand go horribly wrong when a group of macaque monkeys steal his Grim-o-freeze gun. It doesn't take long for the trouble to spread across Monkey Bay, so the Go Jetters leap into action to help save the beach, its tourists and Glitch himself.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7am (repeat)
Diddy TV. Copyright: BBC

Diddy TV

Series 4, Episode 7 - Eggyheads

Quiz shows turn bad in Eggyheads and Lauren Layfield is lightly grilled by Diddy Dick and Dom in Diddy Chat.

U&Drama channel logo 7:10am (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

A selection of episodes from the second and third series.

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 3

When Martin hears they are to have new neighbours in the close, he is put out. After all, he hasn't vetted them first!

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

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 13 - A Loo To A Kill

Filming has begun for Danger Mouse: The Movie! Scarlet Johamster has been cast as Penfold while Danger Mouse is apparently the only one 'great enough' to take on the title role.

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

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 45 - Haircut

After accidentally rescuing a kitten from a tree, Mr Bean is about to get his picture in the newspaper. The photographer arrives with the grateful owner but disaster strikes when Mr Bean is upstaged by his hair!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:25am (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 14 - Roll Of The Mice

The last thing DM would normally want to do is play a boring board game, but when one arrives in the post, it releases knockout gas and he's surprised to wake up in the town of Greenback.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 7:30am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 46 - Neighbourly Bean

As Mr Bean settles down to watch his favourite TV programme he hears loud noises from next door. He moves from house to garden but can't escape the relentless racket of trumpets, electric drills and screaming babies. Mr Bean's mind turns to thoughts of revenge.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40am (repeat)
Citizen Khan. Image shows from L to R: Amjad (Abdullah Afzal), Shazia (Krupa Pattani), Naani (Adlyn Ross), Mrs Khan (Shobu Kapoor), Mr Khan (Adil Ray), Alia (Bhavna Limbachia). Copyright: BBC

Citizen Khan

Series 4, Episode 5 - Mystic Mo

Mrs Khan succumbs to stomach pains as a result of stress, and the family rush her to hospital.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:50am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 5 - Go Jet Academy: Artificial Reef

Kyan, Lars and Foz pick up litter on the Academy beach after a storm, while Xuli dives down to check the coral reef. She spots something in the murky depths: a huge rusty submarine lies across the reef, and the moustache on the bow means it must belong to Grandmaster Glitch. What's worse, it's leaking oil!

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

The Motion Show

Series 5, Episode 5

Graeme Garden hosts the comedy debating show, with guests Gyles Brandreth, Steve Punt, Arthur Smith and Lauren Laverne.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:10am (repeat)
Danny & Mick. Image shows from L to R: Danny (Danny Adams), Mick (Mick Potts). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Danny & Mick

Series 2, Episode 4 - Fitness Slacker

Joy decides to keep tabs on the staff with a new fitness tracker and there is a prize for the employee who does the most steps - or the one who can cheat their way to the top.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:15am (repeat)
Citizen Khan. Image shows from L to R: Amjad (Abdullah Afzal), Shazia (Krupa Pattani), Naani (Adlyn Ross), Mrs Khan (Shobu Kapoor), Mr Khan (Adil Ray), Alia (Bhavna Limbachia). Copyright: BBC

Citizen Khan

Series 4, Episode 6 - Alia's Boyfriend

In line with the great tradition of British Muslim baking, Mr Khan enters the Great Sparkhill Bake Off.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:25am (repeat)
The Zoo

The Zoo

Series 2, Episode 8 - Happy Birthday to Zoo

Jurgen is convinced that gorillas Geoffrey and Dave and the keepers are throwing him a huge surprise birthday party.

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

Smelling Of Roses

Series 3, Episode 3 - A Closed Book

Rosie is contracted to organise a literary prize, but finds that not everything goes by the book...

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

Bitz & Bob

Series 2, Episode 10 - Bevel Genie's Home Sweet Home

Bitz, Bob and Purl are on a treasure hunt in Big Hot Sandy Desert.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:35am (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 9 - Spud-U-Love

Paul the Potato is love-struck by the poster girl potato.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:45am (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 10 - Bertiesitting

Eager to prove her babysitting ability, Gran is on the hunt for a baby stand-in.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:55am (repeat)
The Story Of... Only Fools & Horses. Image shows from L to R: David Jason, Tessa Peake-Jones. Copyright: North One Television

The Story Of... Only Fools & Horses

Episode 3 - Friends And Enemies

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

BritBox 9am
22 min
Spitting Image

Spitting Image

Series 22 (BritBox Series 2), Episode 7

Daniel Craig goes to the pub, Boris tells a Bedtime Tale, and Jeff Bezos entices Zuckerberg, Branson and Musk deep into the Amazon jungle. Piers Morgan channels Stan in writing to Meghan Markle.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
Hancock's Half Hour. Image shows from L to R: Sidney James (Sid James), Anthony Aloysius St John Hancock (Tony Hancock), Bill Kerr (Bill Kerr)

Hancock's Half Hour

Anthony Aloysius St John Hancock is a loser whose plans and aspirations are continually ruined by bad luck, Sidney Balmoral James or, more often than not, by his own pomposity and ambition.

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

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 34 - Valuable Lessons

The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean.

CITV 9:40am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 36 - Bean Painting

The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:55am (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Gavin (Mathew Horne), Stacey (Joanna Page), Smithy (James Corden), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Bryn (Rob Brydon), Nessa (Ruth Jones). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 3, Episode 4

Gavin is uncomfortable with Gwen and Bryn knowing the ins and outs of his and Stacey's sex life. Meanwhile, Smithy goes beyond the call of friendship by making a staggering suggestion.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 10am (repeat)
Bless This House. Image shows from L to R: Sally Abbot (Sally Geeson), Sid Abbot (Sid James), Jean Abbot (Diana Coupland), Mike Abbot (Robin Askwith)

Bless This House

Popular sitcom spin-off film starring Sid James, Terry Scott, Diana Coupland and June Whitfield.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10am (repeat)
Dead Ringers. Image shows from L to R: Lewis Macleod, Debra Stephenson, Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Duncan Wisbey. Copyright: BBC

Dead Ringers

Satirical impressionist show mocking the great and good, from politicians to those familar voices on Radio 4.

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?

CITV 10:25am (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 3 - A Whaley Good Time

Fuzzypeg eats the Spuds' fish supper and Dave has to catch another. Things look up when he hooks something, but it turns out to be a whale.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30am (repeat)
Round The Horne. Image shows left to right: Kenneth Williams, Hugh Paddick, Betty Marsden, Kenneth Horne, June Ellis. Credit: BBC

Round The Horne

Hugely popular sketch show starring Kenneth Horne and co, created by Barry Took and Marty Feldman.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:35am (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Gavin (Mathew Horne), Stacey (Joanna Page), Smithy (James Corden), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Bryn (Rob Brydon), Nessa (Ruth Jones). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 3, Episode 5

It's Bank Holiday Monday and the Essex contingent arrives for a sunny day out at the beach. Doris even puts her sun dress on!

CITV 10:40am (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 4 - Born Free

George takes Dave on an adventure camping, but Dave isn't sure it's a great idea. He's proved right when they both wake up in a bear's cave.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 10:50am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 6 - Machu Picchu, Peru

The Go Jetters head to the ancient Peruvian city of Machu Picchu to watch Kyan compete in the Inca Trail Marathon.

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

Fighting Talk

Series 19, Episode 11

Former England rugby player Martin Bayfield, football presenter Natalie Pike, sports broadcaster and journalist Lynsey Hooper and comedian Ivo Graham join Colin Murray for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11am (repeat)
Chain Reaction. Copyright: BBC

Chain Reaction

Comic chat show in which an individual from the world of entertainment selects someone that they would like to interview.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:15am (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 eight episodes from the David Jason sitcom.

BBC Radio Scotland 11:30am (repeat)
Breaking The News. Des Clarke. Copyright: BBC Studios

Breaking The News

Series 20, Episode 2

Des Clarke is this week joined by Josie Long, Susie McCabe, Alun Cochrane & Chris Thorburn.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:30am (repeat)
Horrible Histories: The Movie - Rotten Romans. Copyright: Altitude Film Entertainment

Horrible Histories: The Movie - Rotten Romans

Comedy amidst the Boudiccan revolt, with a Roman teenager captured by a feisty Celt.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 12pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Image shows left to right: Jill Scott, Romesh Ranganathan, Micah Richards, Mo Gilligan, Jamie Redknapp

A League Of Their Own

A selecton of episodes from the 14th series of the sports-based panel game.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
Can't Tell Nathan Caton Nothing. Nathan Caton. Copyright: BBC

Can't Tell Nathan Caton Nothing

Series 3, Episode 1 - About Intelligence

Return of the comedy that mixes stand-up with re-enacted scenes from comedian Nathan Caton's family life. Nathan is fed up with his family underestimating his intelligence and decides to show them just how bright he really is.

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

The News Quiz

Series 106, Episode 8

Andy Zaltzman is joined by Matt Winning, Geoff Norcott, Elis James and Ayesha Hazarika to discuss the upcoming COP26 summit, Southend's city status and whether we need a plan C.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
Lines From My Grandfather's Forehead

Lines From My Grandfather's Forehead

Series 1, Episode 2

Sketch show starring Ronnie Barker.

U&Drama channel logo 1pm (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

A selection of episodes from the fourth series of the Richard Wilson sitcom.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

A selection of episodes from the second series of the Beano character.

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

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 7 - Avenue Of The Baobabs, Madagascar

Grandmaster Glitch tries his hand at stunt flying, but the Grimbots are unimpressed, giving him a unanimous thumbs down.

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

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 8 - Venice, Italy

Grandmaster Glitch demands the Grimbots find somewhere with no cars so he can practice riding his bike without stabilisers.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:35pm (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 1:45pm (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.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:55pm (repeat)
Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Series 2, Episode 10 - Timmy's Tractor

Timmy is proud of his splendid scrap tractor, made using a cereal box, toilet roll and jam jar lids.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2pm (repeat)
Mark Watson

Mark Watson Talks A Bit About Life

Series 3, Episode 3 - Autumn

Mark focuses on the season of autumn - the season of falling leaves and (in some cases) falling expectations of life.

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

Revolting People

Series 4, Episode 4 - Pirates

Samuel, McGurk and the others flee to England, but are captured by pirates with very poor interpersonal skills.

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

Timmy Time

Series 3, Episode 5 - Timmy's Big Search

When Timmy's glove puppet goes missing, he creates chaos as he hunts for it.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:50pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

A selection of episodes from the second series of the remake of the animated comedy.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 3pm (repeat)
Radio Active. Image shows left to right: Angus Deayton, Philip Pope, Helen Atkinson-Wood, Michael Fenton Stevens

Radio Active

Series 5, Episode 8 - Did You Catch It?

The station's Choir of the Year Competition is settled by a game of tug o' war.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 3:30pm (repeat)
28 Acts In 28 Minutes

28 Acts In 28 Minutes

Series 1, Episode 1

John Humphrys gives 28 performers 60 seconds to entertain. With Jason Manford, Ed Byrne and Nicholas Parsons.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:40pm (repeat)
Still So Awkward. Copyright: Channel X North

Still So Awkward

Episode 4 - Writing And Performing

Lily struggles to write a play, Seb can't escape Eddie the terrible poet and Frankie enrols Samson to help with a rather unusual art project.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:05pm (repeat)
Nova Jones. Credit: JAM Media

Nova Jones

Series 1, Episode 5 - Nova Has Talent

A guest appearance on a TV talent show has surprising consequences for Nova when she wakes up unable to sing and dance! What will the pop princess do without her abilities?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:30pm (repeat)
Class Dismissed. Copyright: BBC

Class Dismissed

Series 2, Episode 7 - Careers Day

It's Careers Day at Dockbridge High so everyone will be getting some excellent advice from careers advisor Miss Droppitt, if she can spare five minutes between her other jobs. Mark follows in Mrs Mark's footsteps and Mr Capp changes his appearance.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:40pm (repeat)
Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Series 1, Episode 13 - Timmy On Wheels

Timmy is having fun on the tricycle, but Ruffy does not have much luck learning how to ride it.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 4:45pm (repeat)
Eddie The Eagle. Michael 'Eddie' Edwards (Taron Egerton)

Eddie The Eagle

Win or lose, always aim high. The story of Great Britain's first ski jumper to enter the Winter Olympics.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:50pm (repeat)
Class Dismissed. Copyright: BBC

Class Dismissed

Series 2, Episode 8 - Intruder!

There's a dog poo-traipsing intruder in the school and site manager Dave is determined to catch the culprit. Meanwhile, Mr Nasal attempts to keep his relationship with Miss Spray a secret, and Mr Konnundrum's in trouble... with his mum.

CITV 4:55pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 34 - Valuable Lessons

The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean.

U&W channel logo 5pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Ben (Daniel Roche), Pete (Hugh Dennis), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey), Karen (Ramona Marquez), Sue (Claire Skinner). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

A selection of episodes from the fifth series of the semi-improvised sitcom.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5:05pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Gemma Whelan

Horrible Histories

Series 7, Episode 12 - Deadly Dynasties

A look at the deadliest dynasties and how they came to, and then held on, to power.

CITV 5:10pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 36 - Bean Painting

The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean.

CITV 6pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 15 - Were-Gran

Gran needs new teeth. Probably not wise to nab a set found on the side of the road though, under a full moon.

U&Dave channel logo 6pm (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?

A selection of episodes from the eighth series of the lie-based panel game.

CITV 6:10pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 16 - Get Lost

George wins tickets to the local stately home. It's not long before Dave and the rest of the Spuds find themselves lost in its maze.

BBC Two 6:30pm (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 3, Episode 7 - Big Guns

The platoon are given some extra fire power when they get a large naval gun. Now it is just a matter of learning how to fire it, and removing anything that can be used as cover by the Germans.

Talking Pictures TV 6:35pm (repeat)
Hobson's Choice

Hobson's Choice

Screen adaptation of Harold Brighouse's classic Lancashire comedy.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 6 - Live And Let Cry

Having put the Danger Babies through their paces, Professor Squawkencluck leaves it to Danger Mouse to settle them down with a nice soothing story.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:55pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 7 - Lost Tempers In Space

Danger Mouse and Jeopardy Mouse find themselves stranded on a far-flung planet inhabited by Fly People.

U&W channel logo 7pm (repeat)
Miranda. Image shows from L to R: Gary (Tom Ellis), Penny (Patricia Hodge), Miranda (Miranda Hart), Stevie (Sarah Hadland), Clive (James Holmes). Copyright: BBC

Miranda

A selection of episodes from the third series of the Miranda Hart sitcom.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
Hancock's Half Hour. Image shows from L to R: Sidney James (Sid James), Anthony Aloysius St John Hancock (Tony Hancock), Bill Kerr (Bill Kerr)

Hancock's Half Hour

Anthony Aloysius St John Hancock is a loser whose plans and aspirations are continually ruined by bad luck, Sidney Balmoral James or, more often than not, by his own pomposity and ambition.

U&Yesterday channel logo 8pm (repeat)
dinnerladies. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Anne Reid), Stan (Duncan Preston), Brenda (Victoria Wood), Twinkle (Maxine Peake), Dolly (Thelma Barlow), Tony (Andrew Dunn), Anita (Shobna Gulati). Copyright: Good Fun / Pozzitive Productions

dinnerladies

A selection of episodes from the second series of the Victoria Wood sitcom.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: Jamie Redknapp, Romesh Ranganathan, Andrew Flintoff. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 16, Highlights Special - Best Of

The ALOTO look back at some of the highlights of Series 16.

U&Dave channel logo 8pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Jo Brand, Sandi Toksvig, Phill Jupitus, Prue Leith

QI

Series Q, Episode 11 - Quaffing

With Jo Brand, Phill Jupitus and Prue Leith.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8pm (repeat)
Dead Ringers. Image shows from L to R: Lewis Macleod, Debra Stephenson, Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Duncan Wisbey. Copyright: BBC

Dead Ringers

Satirical impressionist show mocking the great and good, from politicians to those familar voices on Radio 4.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30pm (repeat)
Round The Horne. Image shows left to right: Kenneth Williams, Hugh Paddick, Betty Marsden, Kenneth Horne, June Ellis. Credit: BBC

Round The Horne

Hugely popular sketch show starring Kenneth Horne and co, created by Barry Took and Marty Feldman.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 8:55pm
30 min
Blankety Blank. Baga Chipz

Blankety Blank

Series 18, Episode 4

Taking part this time around are Rachel Riley, Baga Chipz, Liza Tarbuck, Rhod Gilbert, Ore Oduba and Scarlett Moffatt.

U&W channel logo 9pm (repeat)
The Catherine Tate Show. Catherine Tate

The Catherine Tate Show

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

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Sandylands. Image shows from L to R: Nathan Wild (Simon Bird), Tina Taylor (Harriet Webb), The One-Eyed man (Hugh Bonneville), Emily Verma (Natalie Dew), Derek Swallows (David Walliams), Jeannie Swallows (Sophie Thompson), Terry Chino (Craig Parkinson). Copyright: King Bert Productions

Sandylands

A repeat-run of the entire first series.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Outsiders. Image shows from L to R: Ed Gamble, Lou Sanders. Copyright: Renegade Pictures

Outsiders

Series 1, Episode 4

David Mitchell is equipped with a hose pipe as he tests out whether the shelters he's asked the comedians to build are waterproof.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9pm (repeat)
Chain Reaction. Copyright: BBC

Chain Reaction

Comic chat show in which an individual from the world of entertainment selects someone that they would like to interview.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm (repeat)
Best Of Chewin' The Fat. Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Best Of Chewin' The Fat

Series 1, Episode 2

Highlights from the first two series of Scottish sketch show featuring a cast of recurring characters.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 9:30pm
60 min
The Jonathan Ross Show. Jonathan Ross. Copyright: Hot Sauce / ITV Studios

The Jonathan Ross Show

Series 18, Episode 1 - Joan Collins, Brian Cox, Rob Beckett, Duran Duran

The chat show returns, with Jonathan joined by actress Joan Collins, Succession star Brian Cox and comedian Rob Beckett, while veteran pop band Duran Duran also drop by for a chat and perform in the studio.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Big Zuu's Big Eats. Image shows from L to R: Big Zuu, London Hughes. Copyright: Boomerang

Big Zuu's Big Eats

Series 1, Episode 8 - London Hughes

Grime artist and self-taught chef Big Zuu is in London's West End, Soho to cook for the comedian London Hughes. London has high standards, so Zuu will have to be on the top of his game!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Ross Noble Goes Global. Ross Noble. Copyright: BBC

Ross Noble Goes Global

Series 2, Episode 1 - Brussels

Ross travels to Brussels... a city with a reputation a little on the dull side. But he soon finds out that with chocolate on every corner, a puzzling statue of an incontinent child, and the honour of being associated with the always-exciting Jean-Claude Van Damme, Brussels might be his kind of city after all...

U&Dave channel logo 10:30pm (repeat)
Big Zuu's Big Eats. Image shows from L to R: Big Zuu, Guz Khan. Copyright: Boomerang

Big Zuu's Big Eats

Series 1, Episode 3 - Guz Khan

Big Zuu is going regal as he heads to Royal Leamington Spa to meet and eat with comedian and actor, Guz Khan. Leamington was once a place Queen Victoria visited, now it's the mandem's turn.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Chain Reaction. Copyright: BBC

Chain Reaction

Series 11, Episode 3 - Ian Hislop interviews Victoria Coren-Mitchell

Ian Hislop talks to writer and presenter Victoria Coren-Mitchell. Ian talks to Victoria about her wide and varied career in writing, quizzing and cards.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 10:45pm (repeat)
Bridget Jones: The Edge Of Reason. Image shows from L to R: Mark Darcy (Colin Firth), Bridget Jones (Renée Zellweger), Daniel Cleaver (Hugh Grant). Copyright: Working Title Films / Universal Pictures

Bridget Jones: The Edge Of Reason

Comedy sequel with more embarrassments and romantic messes for the diary-keeping heroine. Hapless Bridget gets cold feet about her relationship.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
Inside No. 9. Image shows from L to R: Mia (Gaby French), Trevor (Steve Pemberton), Patrick (Bobby Schofield), Julia (Debbie Rush), Connor (Olly Hudson-Croker), Alex (Reece Shearsmith)

Inside No. 9

Series 5, Episode 3 - Love's Great Adventure

Trevor and Julia always want to make Christmas really special for their family but this year, with money so tight, things aren't going to be easy. As each door of the advent calendar opens, everyone will have to do their bit to make Christmas happen.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 11pm (repeat)
Brassic. Tommo (Ryan Sampson). Copyright: Calamity Films

Brassic

Series 3, Episode 3

Ashley's cousin Doolan has been kidnapped and his uncle Francis calls on Vinnie to be the bag drop man in his ransom.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Question Team. Nick Helm

Question Team

Series 1, Episode 2

Making up Richard Ayoade's self-quizzing collective are Katherine Ryan with a round on social media, Desiree Burch on astrology and Ivo Graham on music festivals. Richard's special guest this week is Nick Helm, bringing his brand-new quiz experience: The Wheel of Death.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
The Curried Goat Show

The Curried Goat Show

Episode 6: Comedy sketches, with Will Ing, Dan Gaster, Ben Silburn and guest Rodney Bewes.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Cowards. Image shows from L to R: Tim Key, Stefan Golaszewski, Lloyd Woolf, Tom Basden. Copyright: BBC

Cowards

Series 2, Episode 4

Sketches include Tom Jones trying some experimental musical styles, an interesting idea for the Littlewoods catalogue shoot, and a talking bike.

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The Office

Series 1, Episode 4 - Training

To fend off the increasing staff disillusionment a Training Day has been scheduled. Dawn's engagement to Lee is on the rocks and Tim begins to think that he may at last have a chance with her. In this great episode David hinders the productivity of the training expert and gives the staff some musical inspiration.

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A League Of Their Own

Series 12, Highlights Special

Can't get enough of James and the boys? Relive the fun and games of Series 12 with this special highlights episode.

Comedy Central Extra Midnight (repeat)
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The Complaints Department

Episode 6

Jason Manford is joined by comedians Sarah Millican, Nick Helm, Daliso Chaponda and Catherine Bohart as they play a series of games based on the funniest and quirkiest complaints from the British public.

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Famalam

Series 2, Episode 1

Find out if All Lives Matter, catch up with the ever-thwarted Nigerian philanthropist Prince Alyusi, and discover what happens when you express your real feelings about Beyoncé.

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The Office

Series 1, Episode 5 - New Girl

David interviews for a new secretary (despite having been told to downsize) and chooses blonde Karen. His efforts to impress end spectacularly badly when he accidentally headbutts her. Meanwhile Donna's late arrival at work inevitably sparks the rumour that she is sleeping with a colleague.

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Complaints Welcome

Episode 2

Tom visits Midsomer and tries to not get murdered; Jess looks at Rachel Riley's cleavage; and Munya steps into a Naked Attraction pod.

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Father Ted

Series 1, Episode 2 - Entertaining Father Stone

Father Stone, a priest even more boring than Dougal is stupid, is paying his annual visit - and he doesn't have to get back to his Parish for a few weeks...

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Man Up

Modern romantic comedy about a couple who meet on a blind date and a case of mistaken identity.

BBC Four 12:25am (repeat)
Motherland. Mrs Lamb (Jackie Clune)

Motherland

Series 3, Episode 4 - School Trip

It's time for the year 6 school trip and Julia, Liz and Meg find themselves on the coach journey from hell with humourless school secretary Mrs Lamb.

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Famalam

Series 2, Episode 2

A group of friends duke it out for the Ultimate Prize, Scribbler P schools us on Black Military History, and competitive Aunties battle it out by a relative's death bed.

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Father Ted

Series 1, Episode 3 - The Passion Of Saint Tibulus

The fearsome Bishop Brennan drops by the parochial house in order to task Ted and Dougal with picketing a new film, The Passion Of Saint Tibulus.

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Citizen Khan

Series 4, Episode 5 - Mystic Mo

Mrs Khan succumbs to stomach pains as a result of stress, and the family rush her to hospital.

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The Russell Howard Hour

Series 5, Episode 7

Russell discusses William Shatner's trip to space, and chats to director Edgar Wright and psychologist Steven Pinker. Plus, stand-up by Fatiha El-Ghorri.

Comedy Central Extra 1am (repeat)
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Rob Beckett's Undeniable

Episode 4

Rob Beckett invites guests Melvin Odoom, Ahir Shah, Josh Jones and Harriet Kemsley to bring as many brilliant facts as they can in an attempt to impress everyone and hopefully get on Rob's closely guarded Wall of Facts.

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QI

Series M, Episode 6 - Marriage And Matings

With Bill Bailey, Jo Brand and Greg Davies.

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Man Up. Image shows from L to R: Jack (Simon Pegg), Nancy (Lake Bell). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Man Up

Modern romantic comedy about a couple who meet on a blind date and a case of mistaken identity.

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Citizen Khan. Image shows from L to R: Amjad (Abdullah Afzal), Shazia (Krupa Pattani), Naani (Adlyn Ross), Mrs Khan (Shobu Kapoor), Mr Khan (Adil Ray), Alia (Bhavna Limbachia). Copyright: BBC

Citizen Khan

Series 4, Episode 6 - Alia's Boyfriend

In line with the great tradition of British Muslim baking, Mr Khan enters the Great Sparkhill Bake Off.

Comedy Central Extra 2am (repeat)
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Kevin Bridges: The Brand New Tour

Kevin Bridges performs live at the Glasgow Hydro.

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60 min
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The Deirdre O'Kane Show

Episode 2

The host and her house band Abandoman are joined by comedians Martin Angolo and Joanne McNally.

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Live At The Apollo

Series 14, Episode 6 - Jamali Maddix, Fern Brady, Sindhu Vee

Jamali Maddix introduces the impressive comedy talents of rising stars Fern Brady and Sindhu Vee.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2am (repeat)
Mark Watson

Mark Watson Talks A Bit About Life

Series 3, Episode 3 - Autumn

Mark focuses on the season of autumn - the season of falling leaves and (in some cases) falling expectations of life.

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My Favourite Sketch

Episode 5 - Bob Mortimer

Sally is joined by master of the absurd, Bob Mortimer. Bob reveals the comedy sketches that turned a young lad from the North East into a solicitor, before finding his true calling with partner Vic Reeves. Bob shares his love of Spike Milligan, Tommy Cooper, Fry and Laurie as well as some internet sketch sensations. The icing on the cake as ever is the remake of Bob's favourite sketch, aided and abetted by host Sally Phillips.

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The Stand Up Sketch Show. Maisie Adam

The Stand Up Sketch Show

Series 3, Episode 5

Routines by comedians including Russell Kane, Larry Dean, Maisie Adam, Eshaan Akbar, Glenn Moore, Jayde Adams and Adam Rowe are reconstructed as sketches.

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The Last Leg

Series 23, Episode 4

Stephen Merchant joins the boys in the studio with his own news story, alongside fellow guest, actor Ruth Madeley.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2:30am (repeat)
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Revolting People

Series 4, Episode 4 - Pirates

Samuel, McGurk and the others flee to England, but are captured by pirates with very poor interpersonal skills.

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The Stand Up Sketch Show. Sarah Keyworth

The Stand Up Sketch Show

Series 3, Episode 6

Routines by comedians including Seann Walsh, Sarah Keyworth, Tessa Coates, Iain Stirling, Fin Taylor and Judi Love are reconstructed as sketches.

Comedy Central Extra 3am (repeat)
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Live At The Apollo

Jack Dee Live At The Apollo Series 2, Episode 4 - Keith Barret

Jack Dee invites Rob Brydon's alter ego Keith Barret on to the stage.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 3am (repeat)
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Radio Active

Series 5, Episode 8 - Did You Catch It?

The station's Choir of the Year Competition is settled by a game of tug o' war.

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The Office

Series 1, Episode 4 - Training

To fend off the increasing staff disillusionment a Training Day has been scheduled. Dawn's engagement to Lee is on the rocks and Tim begins to think that he may at last have a chance with her. In this great episode David hinders the productivity of the training expert and gives the staff some musical inspiration.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 3:30am (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 1, Episode 1 - Good Luck, Father Ted

When he receives a call from a television producer, Father Ted thinks he may have spied a route to fame, fortune, and an escape from Craggy Island.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 3:30am (repeat)
28 Acts In 28 Minutes

28 Acts In 28 Minutes

Series 1, Episode 1

John Humphrys gives 28 performers 60 seconds to entertain. With Jason Manford, Ed Byrne and Nicholas Parsons.

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Taskmaster

Series 12, Episode 5 - Croissants Is Croissants

In the 100th episode, Victoria celebrates with a flapjack, Morgana celebrates by slicing up some plastic balls, and Guz celebrates by barricading himself in the Taskmaster house.

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