British Comedy Guide

Schedule Friday 3rd December 2021

Netflix 6am
30 min
Shaun The Sheep

Shaun The Sheep

Christmas Special - The Flight Before Christmas

Shaun's seasonal excitement turns to dismay when a farmhouse raid to get bigger stockings for the Flock inadvertently leads to Timmy going missing. Can Shaun get Timmy back before he becomes someone else's present?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:10am
15 min
Class Dismissed. Copyright: BBC

Class Dismissed

Series 6, Episode 5 - Faffoo

Mr Kettering's cake business gets of to a rocky start.

Radio 4 12pm
15 min
Hattie Morahan

Sorrow And Bliss By Meg Mason

Episode 10 - 'Most of the time it was amazing'

Today: Martha and Patrick finally speak the words that needed to be spoken, in a self-storage centre in Wembley...

CITV 5pm
15 min
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 2, Episode 41 - Down On The Farm

The Spuds viit Betty's sister Aunty Barbara on her farm - put in charge of searching for Aunty Barb's chickens and their eggs, Dave goes on the egg-citing adventure involving magic beans!

CITV 5:15pm
15 min
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 2, Episode 42 - Beware The Overpants

Dave's lazy day of doing nothing is ruined when the town sees an uprising of their pants!

U&Dave channel logo 6pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Rhod Gilbert, Sandi Toksvig, Cally Beaton, Phill Jupitus. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series P, Episode 11 - Potpourri

With Cally Beaton, Phill Jupitus and Rhod Gilbert.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:25pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Uncle Albert (Buster Merryfield), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Christmas Special - The Frog's Legacy

At Trigger's niece Lisa's wedding, down in Hampshire, Del bumps into his mum's old best mate, Trigger's auntie Irene. Over a few drinks, Reenie lets slip a tale of hidden treasure and 1960s intrigue. Just what's the truth in the rumours of Freddy the Frog?

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
The Now Show. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Steve Punt. Copyright: BBC

The Now Show

Series 59, Episode 6

Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis are joined by Janine Harouni, Jamie MacDonald, Kieran Hodgson and Nimisha Odedra, with music supplied by Tim Sutton and Sooz Kempner.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:45pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French), Harry Kennedy (Richard Armitage). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

2006/2007 Specials, Christmas Special - The Handsome Stranger

Yet another Dibley cottage has been sold to a Londoner, and Geraldine's not happy about the breakdown of the community. Setting out to confront the new stranger, she is struck by his immediate charm and good looks - but is he all he seems?

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Romesh Ranganathan. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 16, Episode 1

The sports-based comedy quiz returns, with Jamie Redknapp, Freddie Flintoff and Romesh Ranganathan joined by Tom Davis, Maisie Adam, George North and Laura Woods.

U&Dave channel logo 8:40pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Tinchy Stryder, David Mitchell, Jack Dee, Rob Brydon, Romesh Ranganathan, Lee Mack, Gaby Roslin. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 9, Episode 7

This week the guests joining Lee Mack and David Mitchell are Jack Dee, Romesh Ranganathan, Gaby Roslin and Tinchy Stryder.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Image shows from L to R: Grandad Brown (Dermot O'Neill), Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Christmas 2012, Christmas Special - The Virgin Mammy

With Christmas finally over, most mothers would seize the chance to relax - but not Agnes Brown. After getting permission from the Bishop to stage her Nativity Play, Agnes has now finished her script and rehearsals are in full swing.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
Yonderland. Image shows from L to R: Mathew Baynton, Debbie Maddox (Martha Howe-Douglas). Copyright: Working Title Films

Yonderland

Series 3, Episode 3 - The Bird & The Bee

With the Elders exiled in Debbie's loft, Cuddly Dick seizes control of the press and tries to sully The Chosen One's reputation. Debbie needs to restore Yonderland's faith in her so she sets about dealing with wannabe crime-fighting superheroes The Bird and The Bee. Meanwhile, Negatus - fed up of being at the bottom of the social ladder - leaves Cuddly Dick and the Overlords to go it alone.

U&Dave channel logo 9:20pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Jo Brand, Stephen Fry, Liza Tarbuck, Sue Perkins. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series J, Episode 3 - Journeys

With Rob Brydon, Phill Jupitus and Cal Wilson.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 9:30pm (repeat)
Yonderland. Image shows from L to R: Jim Howick, Ben Willbond, Laurence Rickard, Debbie Maddox (Martha Howe-Douglas). Copyright: Working Title Films

Yonderland

Series 3, Episode 4 - Boo

Now an outcast, Debbie continues her quest to win back the hearts of Yonderland's people. The annual 'cake bake by the lake' descends into anarchy which only she can resolve.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm
30 min
Have I Got News For You. Clive Myrie

Have I Got News For You

Series 62, Episode 8

Clive Myrie takes up the reins as guest host, with journalist Camilla Long and actor Miles Jupp joining team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop to poke fun at the week's headlines.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40pm (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

Christmas Special - The New Sofa

Inspired by Nigella, Denise tries to cook Christmas dinner for the family. To Jim's dismay, Dave's Mum and Dad are invited.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
Ricky Gervais Live: Animals

Ricky Gervais Live: Animals

Feature-length film by Ricky Gervais, shot during his first ever stand-up tour. The programme features his performance and backstage footage.

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Josh Widdicombe, Sandi Toksvig, Matt Lucas, Susan Calman. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series N, Christmas Special - Noel

With Susan Calman, Matt Lucas and Josh Widdicombe.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
65 min
The Last Leg. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Adam Hills, Alex Brooker

The Last Leg

Series 23, Episode 10

Adam Hills, Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker are joined by comedians London Hughes and Chris McCausland for a comic review of the significant moments of the past seven days.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:35pm
45 min
The Graham Norton Show. Graham Norton. Credit: So Television, Christopher Baines

The Graham Norton Show

Series 29, Episode 10 - Tom Holland, Zendaya, Henry Cavill, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Little Mix

Henry Cavill talks about Bond, Tom Holland and Zendaya chat about Spider Man, Gugu Mbatha-Raw says being on the other side of casting was cool and exciting, and Little Mix says taking a break is so emotional.

Radio 4 10:45pm (repeat)
Hattie Morahan

Sorrow And Bliss By Meg Mason

Episode 10 - 'Most of the time it was amazing'

Today: Martha and Patrick finally speak the words that needed to be spoken, in a self-storage centre in Wembley...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows left to right: Tim (Tim Vine), Lee (Lee Mack), Lucy (Sally Bretton)

Not Going Out

Series 2, Christmas Special - Murder At Christmas

Lee's plan to spend time alone with Lucy at Christmas is threatened by the presence of Tim, Daisy, Tim and Lucy's parents, and even Barbara, doing the cooking. All seems to be going well until a murder mystery game brings family tensions to a head.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm
45 min
The Big Narstie Show. Image shows from L to R: Big Narstie, Natalie Cassidy, Mo Gilligan, Shaun Ryder, Michael Page, ArrDee, Judi Love

The Big Narstie Show

Series 4, Episode 5

This edition sees the hosts joined by guests Natalie Cassidy, Judi Love, Shaun Ryder, Michael 'Venom' Page and ArrDee.

BBC One Wales. Copyright: BBC 11:25pm
18 min
Age Of Outrage. Copyright: BBC

Age Of Outrage

Episode 4

The comedy series asking the big questions - like are Smart Speakers listening in to our private conversations? Plus coverage of the funnel of the inventory of Productive Test.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:35pm (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Image shows from L to R: Cathy Brown (Jennifer Gibney), Bono Brown (Jamie O'Carroll), Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC / BocPix

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Christmas 2013, Christmas Special - Buckin' Mammy

Mrs. Brown's temper is tested when no-one plays by her rules at games night. She's also rather worried about finding out what little Bono wants for Christmas - not to mention getting a very special tree.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:50pm (repeat)
Stath Lets Flats

Stath Lets Flats

Series 3, Episode 6 - Here Comes The Steven

Alone and struggling to start anew, Stath sees his dad's wedding as the perfect opportunity to win back the love of his life.

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