Schedule Thursday 23rd December 2021
Michael McIntyre's Big Show
Highlights Special - Michael McIntyre's Big SurprisesMichael looks back over his favourite surprises from the last four series of his Big Show
Twirlywoos
Series 4, Episode 9 - More About Joining UpThe Twirlywoos find themselves in an office watching a very bored man who is entertaining himself by joining up some paperclips.
Bitz & Bob
Series 2, Episode 2 - Tower Top Princess PartyPrincess Purl and Princess Bitz have decided to create the best party ever for Sir Robo Bob and Sir Bevel.
A League Of Their Own
Series 16, Christmas SpecialThe boys get ready to celebrate Christmas as Romesh Ranganathan, Freddie Flintoff and Jamie Redknapp mark the festive season as only they know how.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 4, Episode 7 - DIYWhen the Farmer pops out for more supplies, Bitzer is left in charge of decorating and calls on the flock for help. He soon realises this may be a terrible mistake as they have their own way of doing things - painting and decorating isn't their strong point!
Meet David Sedaris
Series 6, Episode 4Selected Sections From a 'Style' Essay, Buddy, Can You Spare a Tie?, and A Modest Proposal, David's take on the subject of same-sex marriage.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 28 - Attack Of The ClownsThis episode is no laughing matter, especially when Danger Mouse's uncontrollable amusement creates clown-invading chaos on Earth - can DM prevent the world from being twisted into a novelty balloon shape?
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 29 - CheesemageddonAnother 'grate' episode. It sees fanatical cheese fundamentalist Aubrey Camembear threaten to create the ultimate weapon which will turn everything to cheese.
Bread
Series 5, Episode 5Aveline is causing concern for everybody as she continues to believe in her phantom pregnancy. Adrian is concerned that Magdalena has not replied to his letter, Billy hears that Julie has a new lover and Jack goes for a job as a handyman at the 'big house'...
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 29 - Screwtop SchoolProfessor von Screwtop gets mistaken for the new kid in school and joins Class 3C for the day. Rubi is so embarrassed at her dad's antics that she resorts to pranking to get him into trouble and out of the way.
Relativity
Series 3, Episode 6Holly and Jane are both back at home, as Pete and Jane try to work things out. Ian and Chloe have made it up, Ken and Margaret are relieved to have their house back. So celebrations for Holly's 18th birthday look set to go swimmingly- until the vegan cake debacle. Even a brief appearance by Richard Osman can't lighten the mood.
Last Of The Summer Wine
1986 Specials, Christmas Special - Merry Christmas Father ChristmasA Santa on a bike with an advertising board is too much for Seymour's sense of traditional values. He resolves to put some of the magic back into Christmas by putting Santa back where he belongs - on a rooftop near a chimney. Clegg is an ideal, if unwilling, helper, but who has the charisma and the wellies to play Father Christmas...?
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 40 - Cave Of Crystals, MexicoWhile in Mexico, Glitch takes a short cut through the Cave of Crystals, a hidden space that contains some of the biggest crystals in the world!
Bread
Series 5, Episode 6Mongy, the family dog, has been accused of biting a little girl and the police are called in to investigate. Billy changes his image in order to make Julie jealous, Jack gets a bumper wage packet thanks to his eccentric boss and Oswald is being pressurised to have a fertility test.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 33 - Cat SittingWhen his landlady is involved in an accident, Mr Bean is left to care for her vicious cat Scrapper.
The Men From The Ministry
Episode 14.14, Christmas Spirit: The bumbling civil servants are acting like Scrooge.
That's My Boy
Series 5, Episode 6 - Happy AnniversaryIda's back is up that Angie's been spending so much time away working. Could the Prices' marriage really be on the rocks as she fears? When she gets stuck in Paris over their wedding anniversary weekend, even supportive Robert has trouble hiding his disappointment.
The Two Ronnies
Series 4, Episode 6Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 34 - The BottleMr Bean's prized ship in a bottle ends up on a milkman's float, leading to a mission to get it back from the local dairy.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 4, Episode 8 - The RabbitThe Farmer's niece has come to visit, bringing her precious pet rabbit. The Farmer entrusts Bitzer to look after it while they go inside for lunch. All in a day's work - until the rabbit disappears. Shaun and the flock are called to action to help track down the illusive pet before the niece discovers it's missing. But do they understand what they're looking for?
After Henry
Series 2, Episode 2 - The Romantic ApproachClare has been dumped, Eleanor finds a friend and Sarah is listening.
On The Buses
Series 5, Episode 2 - Stan's RoomUnable to get a moment's peace with clippie Doreen, Stan argues with his mother's rules and meddling and decides to move out. But only one room is near his price range - and Blakey is the landlord!
A Matter Of Loaf And Death
A spoof of murder mysteries is in store as Wallace and Gromit start running their own bakery: Top Bun. However, there's a Cereal Killer on the loose.
The Darling Buds Of May
Series 3, Episode 3 - Cast Not Your Pearls Before Swine (Part 1)Thinking he's on to a good deal, Pop Larkin buys two hundred pigs. But before he knows what's what, he's up to his neck in it. As Ma's birthday approaches, Pop arranges a Punch and Judy show and promises to build a swimming pool.
Bitz & Bob
Series 2, Episode 3 - Greatest Gig In TownWith Bitz on drums, Bob on guitar and Bevel on vocals, The Booyahs are ready to perform.
Clare In The Community
Series 2, Episode 3 - Meet The PressClare is delighted to accept an invitation to be interviewed for Women's Hour. But her colleagues are less than delighted that Clare alone will represent social workers. Meanwhile, Brian is having his own problems dealing with a disgruntled drama student.
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 41 - Bishop Rock Lighthouse, Isles Of ScillyIt's a dark night and Glitch is flying his Grim HQ over the sea around the Isles of Scilly.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 10, Christmas Special - CrumsCompo, Clegg and Seymour, dressed as Father Christmasses, can't understand why they are so unsuccessful collecting for the church social. Then, a chance sighting of a fourth Father Christmas provides a clue...
Almost Never
Series 2, Christmas Special - Christmas WonderlandEveryone is feeling Christmassy, and Nate and Chloe are finally an item.
Minder
Series 9, Episode 4 - Looking For Mr. GoodtimeArthur's search for a new car ends in his arrest. Even DS Morley thinks he's innocent. Ray Daley is not so sure.
The Darling Buds Of May
Series 3, Episode 4 - Cast Not Your Pearls Before Swine (Part 2)When Primrose's new love Roger returns to Liverpool, she is hot on his trail. When they discover that she is safe, Pop and Ma agree to let her stay. Meanwhile, Pop's new business acquaintance, George Harran, has mysteriously disappeared.
Sooty
Series 3, Episode 5 - Jurassic LarkSooty's time machine accidentally transports the gang back to the land of the dinosaurs.
Doctor In Love
Leslie Phillips stars in this film about a doctor who falls in love with a nurse while undergoing treatment at his own hospital.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
A selection of episodes from the first and second series of the animated comedy starring Johnny Vegas.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 2, Christmas Special - We Wish Ewe A Merry ChristmasShaun discovers that the farmer will be spending Christmas Day alone. The animals work through the night festooning the farmhouse with decorations, so that the farmer wakes up to the most magical Christmas he has ever experienced.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 11, Christmas Special - What's Santa Brought For Nora Then?Compo is determined to get Nora a special present. Where will he find something that he can afford and will anywhere be open on Christmas Eve?
Terry Pratchett's Hogfather
Episode 1It is the night before Hogswatch - the Discworld version of Christmas - and the Hogfather, an anthropomorphic personification who gives presents to good children, has gone missing. It is up to Death to take his place in order to keep the children believing in him.
Danger Mouse
A selection of episodes from the first series of the remake of the hit cartoon.
Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
The Men From The Ministry
Episode 14.14, Christmas Spirit: The bumbling civil servants are acting like Scrooge.
Dad's Army
Christmas Special - Battle Of The Giants!Humiliated by Square's comments for his lack of old service medals, Mainwaring and his opposite commit their men to a high-stakes contest of skill, initiative and military cunning. Which is the better body of men - but more to the point, who is the better commander?
Timmy Time
Series 2, Episode 21 - Count On TimmyTimmy and Finlay both have their hearts set on a toy plane, so they try to raise enough buttons to buy it.
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 42 - Go Jet Academy: IrrigationIt's farming time at the Go Jet Academy and the Go Jetters are growing corn in a big field. Their crops need watering and so the team are putting up an irrigation system which will water all the crops.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
A selection of episodes from the second series of the Beano creation.
After Henry
Series 2, Episode 2 - The Romantic ApproachClare has been dumped, Eleanor finds a friend and Sarah is listening.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 2, Episode 4 - Waffle's Pet PartyIt's the day of Jess's 'bring a pet' birthday party.
Terry Pratchett's Hogfather
Episode 2There is not much time for Death and Albert to save the Hogfather. As they continue giving out presents, Death pops in the offices of the Unseen University to see if the wizards might have an answer. Susan meanwhile makes her way to the Toothfairy's castle with the help of the newly created god of hangovers.
4 O'Clock Club
Series 9, Episode 5 - HandcuffsSchool parents' evening has some big surprises for Reiss, Magnus, Henry - and Mr Nunn!
Only Fools And Horses
Christmas Special - Mother Nature's SonRodney's talk of environmental pollution brings him a strange ally when Del becomes a friend of the Earth. Of course, he's got a scam going and it involves a joint venture with the Water Board - but they are a silent partner!
Comedy Legends
Series 3, Episode 4 - Kenneth WilliamsBarry Cryer pays tribute to Kenneth Williams, the comic genius and frequent star of the Carry On films.
Hank Zipzer
Series 1, Episode 3 - The Curtain Went Up, My Trousers Went DownHank gets the lead part in the school play... a role that the school bully wanted.
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 43 - Bird Migration: Spain And AfricaThe Go Jetters are on the Strait of Gibraltar in southern Spain, working with a team of conservationists to track and follow a group of baby storks on their journey from Spain to Africa.
The Two Ronnies
Series 4, Episode 6Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.
Danny & Mick
Series 1, Episode 9 - Smoothie OperatorsWhen an automated smoothie maker arrives in the café, it's up to Danny and Mick not to make a mess of it. Oops.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 1, Episode 18 - Mountains Out Of MolehillsWith the flock in a dancing mood, not even a molehill can spoil their fun... or can it?
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 16 - Wonder SausageThe world famous Wonder Sausage is on show in Butch Butcher's shop.
For The Love Of Ada
Series 4, Christmas Special - Christmas With AdaAfter a riotous work Christmas party, Leslie's in the doghouse. His tie's missing, as are the car keys, and a large-cupped bra is found on the back seat. If only he could remember what happened!
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 17 - Jurassic BarkGnasher finds a Gnashersaurus rex thigh bone while digging in Beanotown Park!
Trust Morecambe & Wise...
Episode 4 - Love And RelationshipsLenny Henry is joined by Gary Morecambe, Michele Dotrice, Ben Miller and Angela Rippon as he looks at Love and Relationships according to Eric and Ernie.
The Darling Buds Of May
Series 3, Episode 5 - Climb The Greasy Pole (Part 1)A seat becomes vacant on the Rural District Council and Pop decides to stand for election. Meanwhile, Charley finds himself being pursued by Primrose's teacher.
Clare In The Community
Series 2, Episode 3 - Meet The PressClare is delighted to accept an invitation to be interviewed for Women's Hour. But her colleagues are less than delighted that Clare alone will represent social workers. Meanwhile, Brian is having his own problems dealing with a disgruntled drama student.
Only Fools And Horses
Miami Twice, Christmas Special - The American DreamDel persuades Rodney that he needs a holiday and books him a flight for two to Miami. Rodney thinks he's taking his wife, but Del has timed it so that she is taking her exams that week...
GiggleQuiz
Series 2, Episode 3 - Dina Lady's Ice Cream MachineDina Lady serves up mess and mayhem with her ice cream machine.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 18 - Never Say Clever AgainDanger Mouse considers a change of career when all the other Danger Agents become super-smart, due to a batch of genetically enhanced celery.
Minder
Series 9, Episode 5 - Opportunity Knocks And BruisesArthur acquires a fruit machine full of stolen money. It can only mean more trouble for Ray.
A Grand Day Out With Wallace And Gromit
Oscar-nominated claymation in which a Yorkshireman and his canine companion venture to the Moon.
The Darling Buds Of May
Series 3, Episode 6 - Climb The Greasy Pole (Part 2)Pop finds himself the target of a dirty tricks campaign, and Mariette is convinced that Charley is having an affair.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 3, Christmas Special - Waffle's First ChristmasIt's the eve of Waffle's first Christmas with the Brooklyn-Bells. Mrs Hobbs is invited, and Gramps has knitted a Christmas jumper. Waffle learns about Santa and really wants to meet him.
Horrible Histories
Christmas Special - Horrible ChristmasFarting jesters, Christmas cards full of bacon, and having the festive meal confiscated by Oliver Cromwell... welcome to Christmas, Horrible Histories style.
Meet David Sedaris
Series 6, Episode 4Selected Sections From a 'Style' Essay, Buddy, Can You Spare a Tie?, and A Modest Proposal, David's take on the subject of same-sex marriage.
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 44 - Whistler Mountain, CanadaThe Go Jetters are on Whistler Mountain in Canada, doing some skiing and checking out the amazing cable car.
Relativity
Series 3, Episode 6Holly and Jane are both back at home, as Pete and Jane try to work things out. Ian and Chloe have made it up, Ken and Margaret are relieved to have their house back. So celebrations for Holly's 18th birthday look set to go swimmingly- until the vegan cake debacle. Even a brief appearance by Richard Osman can't lighten the mood.
Only Fools And Horses
Miami Twice, Christmas Special - Oh To Be In EnglandDel and Rodney arrive in Miami and things start to go wrong immediately. Nothing too dramatic, though, until Del is mistaken for a local mafia godfather and his henchmen want him as a decoy!
After Ever After
Cinderella, Christmas Special - Cinderella: After Ever AfterCinderella has just married her Prince Charming, but soon has a rude awakening when she realises married life isn't all it's cracked up to be when you have an image-obsessed, floss-dancing, hip-hop rapping husband.
The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy
The Primary Phase, Episode 4 - Fit The FourthIt has been revealed to Arthur that the Earth has been built by the Magratheans and run by mice. Meanwhile his companions have been suddenly confronted by something nasty (probably certain death).
Upstart Crow
Series 2, Christmas Special - A Christmas CrowThe Shakespeares are planning a lovely cosy Christmas with just the family up in Stratford.
Nova Jones
Series 1, Episode 4 - Green Eyed NovaNova is top of the charts until Johnarchy and the Monarchy release their awesome single. Nova resorts to desperate measures when she struggles to hide her green-eyed monster.
The Tim Vine Chat Show
2021 Christmas SpecialTim pulls a cracker with the Great British Public and delivers a sleigh full of Christmas one-liners in this, the festive radio treat that features interviews with the audience as well as Tim's world famous one-liners and songs.
Great Lives - Charlie Chaplin
Mark Steel talks about Charlie Chaplin.
Blackadder
1988 Specials, Christmas Special - Blackadder's Christmas CarolEbenezer Blackadder is the kindest man in England, until a visit from the Spirit of Christmas helps him to see the error of his ways.
Nova Jones
Comedy-adventure series about an 18-year-old popstar and her 12-year-old sister and manager.
My Family
Series 8, Christmas Special - Have An Unhappy ChristmasA festive edition of the family sitcom sees Ben's efforts to buy Susan's Christmas present getting him into trouble, while Susan's letter from The Palace means a change of holiday plans for everyone.
After Ever After
Jack And The Beanstalk, Christmas Special - Jack And The Beanstalk: After Ever AfterAnother tale of what happens after happily ever after, this time looking into what happened after Jack felled the giant beanstalk and defeated the giant.
The Men From The Ministry
Episode 14.14, Christmas Spirit: The bumbling civil servants are acting like Scrooge.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 6, Episode 6 - Serenade For Tight Jeans And Metal DetectorForced by the laws of decency to replace his well-worn trousers, Compo unwillingly visits the local second-hand shop in search of a serviceable pair of jeans. However, it is Clegg who really makes the unexpected purchase of the day when he's attracted by a special line in early 40s electronics.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
A selection of episodes from the first and second series of the animated comedy starring Johnny Vegas.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 10, Episode 8With Jason Watkins, Phil Wang, Adam Woodyatt and Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock.
After Henry
Series 2, Episode 2 - The Romantic ApproachClare has been dumped, Eleanor finds a friend and Sarah is listening.
Gavin & Stacey
Series 2, Christmas Special - Gavin & Stacey Christmas SpecialIt's Christmas Eve and the Wests join the Shipmans for one of Mick's famous turkey dinners.
So Awkward
Series 5, Christmas Special - All We Want For ChristmasCan Lily, Martha, Jas, Ollie, Rob and Sid handle the pressure of a perfect Christmas?
Jonathan Creek
Series 3, Episode 1 - The Curious Tale Of Mr SpearfishLenny Spearfish wasn't having a good life until he agrees to sell his soul to the devil - now he's unbelievably rich and seemingly immortal.
After Ever After
Hansel & Gretel, Christmas Special - Hansel & Gretel: After Ever AfterThe siblings have escaped the witch's gingerbread house only to learn that their village is being enchanted by a mysterious stranger plying them with sweet treats. Determined to set things right, it's up to Hansel and Gretel to face their worst fears and return to the witch's house for a final showdown.
My Family
Series 9, Christmas Special - 2039: A Christmas OddityIt is December 2039, and the Harpers are gathering together to celebrate Christmas. With a 'greed gift exchange', a rival cousin and a Nativity play battle, there may not be too much room for peace and goodwill.
The Treason TV Show
Series 4, Christmas SpecialThe pre-Christmas edition of The Treason TV Show spin off. Lockdowns via stealth, Omicron, Johnson party scandals, Putin's Taxi's and the Pope all pop up in this topical satirical sketch show that goes where the BEEB fears to tread.
Ghosts
Series 3, Christmas Special - He Came!In the run up to the festive season, Kitty becomes convinced that Santa has made an early stop at Button House when Mike and Alison discover a man living in a tent on their grounds. The ghosts' advice on how to deal with him leaves much to be desired, but eventually Mike and Alison learn that they have more to offer this Christmas than they realised.
Easy Money
A repeat of this 1948 film.
Gavin & Stacey
Christmas SpecialFor Gavin and Stacey, parenthood continues to present them with several challenges, their 'baby' now being ten.
Never Mind The Buzzcocks
Series 29, Christmas SpecialGreg Davies hosts a festive edition of the comedy quiz, with regulars Noel Fielding, Daisy May Cooper and Jamali Maddix joined by Frankie Goes To Hollywood frontman Holly Johnson, broadcaster Lauren Laverne and People Just Do Nothing star Asim Chaudhry.
Bridget Jones's Baby
Third outing for modern literary heroine Bridget Jones on the big screen, based on Helen Fielding's books.
Last Christmas
Romantic comedy in which a shop assistant strikes up a friendship with a customer who helps her confront some of the shortcomings in her life.
One Night In...
Episode 2 - The Natural History MuseumAisling Bea joins Alex Brooker and Josh Widdicombe inside one of London's most epic and iconic buildings - the Natural History Museum. The trio are awestruck by the splendour of the building as they scoot through its epic corridors, enjoy a game of hide-and-seek, muck about in the lavish exhibitions and raid the gift shop. While exploring the facility's off-limits areas, they stumble across the strange and spectacular basement Tank Room, housing the gruesome-looking collection of "wet specimens" - a multitude of species preserved in jars of alcohol. This somewhat gothic, creepy experience only increases the trio's giddy delirium.
Scot Squad
Christmas SpecialIt's a crime-tinged Crimbo cracker shadowing the good guys banging-up the Bad Santas.
Ladies Of Letters
Series 2, Episode 9Vera is right to suspect that St John the vet is her grandson Nelson's father: he heads for Australia the moment he hears the boy may be his. Irene is now housekeeping for him.
Agatha Raisin
Christmas Special - Kissing Christmas GoodbyeDuring the dark, grey days of early December, the sleuth is obsessed by two things - the looming festivities, and her ex James Lacey. In order to drive the latter from her thoughts, Agatha concentrates on planning the perfect Christmas for her friends, but when there's a poisoning in the village, it's down to her to solve the case before the 25th rolls around.
Not Going Out
Christmas Special - PantoIt is Christmas and Lee is not happy that Lucy had booked tickets to the pantomime. Especially given the star of the show is Lucy's teenage crush, Jason Donovan.
Relativity
Series 3, Episode 6Holly and Jane are both back at home, as Pete and Jane try to work things out. Ian and Chloe have made it up, Ken and Margaret are relieved to have their house back. So celebrations for Holly's 18th birthday look set to go swimmingly- until the vegan cake debacle. Even a brief appearance by Richard Osman can't lighten the mood.
I Literally Just Told You
Series 1, Episode 2Jimmy Carr hosts this new game show in which contestants are given every answer with the questions written, literally, as the show is happening.
Shopping With Keith Lemon
Series 2, Christmas Special - Christmas ShoppingKeith Lemon stocks up on food and drink with Richard Madeley, and goes to a Christmas tree farm with Alison Hammond. He also tries tobogganing with Joe Swash and Stacey Solomon, and bakes yuletide treats with Paloma Faith.
Harry Enfield & Chums
Series 2, Christmas Special - Harry Enfield And Christmas ChumsHarry Enfield presents a new festive special with his regular repertoire of characters, including Kevin the teenager and the Scousers. Plus Frank and George saying 'No!' to the Spice Girls and the disapproving new mother-in-law.
Ladies Of Letters
Series 2, Episode 10The two ladies continue to squabble, but Vera discovers to her delight that St John is wealthy, and moves in with her daughter and soon-to-be son-in-law.
The Penny Dreadfuls Present...
Don Quixote, Episode 1 - The Penny Dreadfuls Present: Don QuixoteA meditation on the age of chivalry, insanity and truth. A quest of windmills, magic and donkeys. Join peasant Sancho and the man who thinks he's a Knight as they travel together locked together in a quest to save those who don't want saving and unravel enchantments which may or may not only exist in their minds. Sylvester McCoy plays the lead.
Romesh Ranganathan: Irrational Live
TV edit of Romesh Ranganathan's stand-up DVD.
Live At The Apollo
Series 12, Christmas Special - Noel At The Apollo: Romesh Ranganathan, Kerry Godliman, Seann Walsh, Spencer JonesRomesh Ranganathan is our host for a very special Christmas edition of Live at the Apollo. This festive trip to the legendary Hammersmith Apollo sees Romesh introduce Kerry Godliman, Seann Walsh and Spencer Jones all with their favourite christmassy material for a Noël to remember.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Episode 15Jimmy Carr hosts a new edition of the panel game, with Sean Lock and Henning Wehn who take on special guest captain Bill Bailey with Jessica Hynes. Susie Dent is joined by Tom Allen in Dictionary Corner, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.
Upstart Crow
Series 3, Christmas Special - A Crow Christmas CarolThings get Dickensian when a mysterious stranger inspires Will to get Greene to mend his evil ways with the help of three Christmas spirits.
Gavin & Stacey
Series 2, Christmas Special - Gavin & Stacey Christmas SpecialIt's Christmas Eve and the Wests join the Shipmans for one of Mick's famous turkey dinners.
Tim Key's Poetry Programme
Christmas Special - Tim Key's Christmas Poetry ProgrammeComic poet Tim Key gets in the Christmas spirit, by reciting festive poetry. With musical support from Tom Basden.
The Secret World
Series 2, Episode 2Alan Bennett replies to every bit of junk mail personally and with great style; whilst Professor Richard Dawkins persues his career as a pop singer - auditioning for Lady Gaga.
Rhod Gilbert's Growing Pains
Series 3, Episode 4Jo Brand, Jordan Banjo and Nabil Abdulrashid reflect on their teenage years, with revelations about the theft of underwear and body-popping skills.
The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy
The Primary Phase, Episode 4 - Fit The FourthIt has been revealed to Arthur that the Earth has been built by the Magratheans and run by mice. Meanwhile his companions have been suddenly confronted by something nasty (probably certain death).
Absolutely Fabulous
Series 5, Christmas Special - Cold TurkeyIt's Jane's first Christmas, and Edina plans to spend the festive period at home rather than on holiday. Trouble is, she's not told Patsy yet. What'll be her reaction to the news?
The Trip
A selection of episodes from the fourth series of the gastronomic sitcom.
Great Lives - Charlie Chaplin
Mark Steel talks about Charlie Chaplin.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 10, Episode 8With Jason Watkins, Phil Wang, Adam Woodyatt and Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock.
The Royle Family
Christmas Special - The New SofaInspired by Nigella, Denise tries to cook Christmas dinner for the family. To Jim's dismay, Dave's Mum and Dad are invited.
Football Genius
Episode 1 - West Bromwich Albion v WimbledonIn this week's big match, Paul Sinha's team of AFC Wimbledon supporters take on Sam Quek's side of West Bromwich Albion fans but which team manager will be lifting the Football Genius trophy at full time?
Live At The Apollo
Series 14, Christmas SpecialThe funny and fabulous Sarah Millican introduces king of the one-liner Gary Delaney, the effervescent Laura Lexx and the incredibly sharp Ahir Shah to the stage.
The Inbetweeners
Series 1, Episode 5The boys call Jay's bluff and go to the Camber Sands meeting of the Caravan Club to see if it really is 'like a massive orgy'.
Ladies Of Letters
Series 2, Episode 9Vera is right to suspect that St John the vet is her grandson Nelson's father: he heads for Australia the moment he hears the boy may be his. Irene is now housekeeping for him.
Channel Hopping With Jon Richardson
Series 1, Episode 4Jon is joined by actress and comedian Jessica Knappett, and regular guest Judi Love, as they navigate the world of ridiculous and wonderful international TV.
The Inbetweeners
Series 1, Episode 6It's the end of term and Will, Simon, Jay and Neil have the task of organising the School Prom.
Harry Enfield & Chums
Series 2, Christmas Special - Harry Enfield And Christmas ChumsHarry Enfield presents a new festive special with his regular repertoire of characters, including Kevin the teenager and the Scousers. Plus Frank and George saying 'No!' to the Spice Girls and the disapproving new mother-in-law.
Ladies Of Letters
Series 2, Episode 10The two ladies continue to squabble, but Vera discovers to her delight that St John is wealthy, and moves in with her daughter and soon-to-be son-in-law.
Mel Giedroyc: Unforgivable
Series 1, Episode 4Mel Giedroyc and Lou Sanders are joined by Tom Allen, Gemma Collins and Darren Harriott.
Upstart Crow
Series 3, Christmas Special - A Crow Christmas CarolThings get Dickensian when a mysterious stranger inspires Will to get Greene to mend his evil ways with the help of three Christmas spirits.
Michael McIntyre's Very Christmassy Christmas Show
Christmas comedy entertainment specials hosted by stand-up comedian Michael McIntyre.
Father Ted
Series 2, Episode 2 - Think Fast, Father TedWith the parochial house falling apart, Ted decides it's time to raise some money, and it seems that a raffle is the best way to do it. Pulling in a favour from Bishop Brennan, he secures a car as the top prize...
Minder
Series 9, Episode 4 - Looking For Mr. GoodtimeArthur's search for a new car ends in his arrest. Even DS Morley thinks he's innocent. Ray Daley is not so sure.
Lee Evans - The Ultimate Experience
Highlights and brand new excerpts taken from Lee's first three releases.
Clare In The Community
Series 2, Episode 3 - Meet The PressClare is delighted to accept an invitation to be interviewed for Women's Hour. But her colleagues are less than delighted that Clare alone will represent social workers. Meanwhile, Brian is having his own problems dealing with a disgruntled drama student.
On The Buses
Series 4, Episode 4 - The Other WomanAfter a family social evening in the works' canteen where Arthur becomes rather too friendly with one of the clippies, Mum and Olive are outraged - and he promptly leaves to stay with his sister.
Meet David Sedaris
Series 6, Episode 4Selected Sections From a 'Style' Essay, Buddy, Can You Spare a Tie?, and A Modest Proposal, David's take on the subject of same-sex marriage.
On The Buses
Series 4, Episode 3 - Dangerous LivingA newspaper report about the mortality rate of busmen leads everyone to insist Stan loses some weight. He's not pleased, but a date with a much younger clippie makes him think a bit of exercise couldn't hurt.
Relativity
Series 3, Episode 6Holly and Jane are both back at home, as Pete and Jane try to work things out. Ian and Chloe have made it up, Ken and Margaret are relieved to have their house back. So celebrations for Holly's 18th birthday look set to go swimmingly- until the vegan cake debacle. Even a brief appearance by Richard Osman can't lighten the mood.