British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Friday 24th December 2021

Comedy Central Extra 6am (repeat)
Michael McIntyre's Big Show. Michael McIntyre. Copyright: Hungry McBear

Michael McIntyre's Big Show

Series 3, Christmas Special - Michael McIntyre's Big Christmas Show

Michael McIntyre's annual festive special returns to BBC One this Christmas, stuffed with big stars, big laughs and big surprises!

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 4, Episode 10 - More About Going Over

The Twirlywoos are in a field with an obstacle course.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:20am (repeat)
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 2, Episode 4 - Merry Go Round

There is an amazing seahorse merry-go-round on the beach, and everyone is having lots of fun going round and round - except Bevel.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7am (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 4, Episode 9 - Prize Possession

The Farmer can't believe his luck - he has a winning ticket! He just needs to keep it safe until morning and there's only one dog for the job. Unfortunately, Bitzer is a hopeless guard dog. Can he rescue the winning ticket, or has he lost the Farmer's fortune?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
Welcome To Our Village, Please Invade Carefully. Image shows from L to R: Uljabaan (Julian Rhind-Tutt), Lucy Alexander (Hannah Murray). Copyright: BBC

Welcome To Our Village, Please Invade Carefully

Series 1, Episode 4 - Little Green Lights

Uljabaan's superior officer Gryvook is coming for an assessment visit. Uljabaan is hoping to get the go-ahead to invade the rest of Earth - but first he has to prepare a welcome banquet.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:05am (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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:10am (repeat)
Citizen Khan. Image shows from L to R: Dave (Matthew Cottle), Mr Khan (Adil Ray). Copyright: BBC

Citizen Khan

Series 2, Christmas Special

Mrs Khan is determined to hold a traditional 'family Christmas' - their first ever. Mr Khan is far more concerned with how much he can donate for sale at the mosque's charity Christmas fayre.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:15am (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 31 - Hail Hydrant

Danger Mouse discovers he's lost out on the Agent Of The Month award to Jeopardy Mouse, and must travel to New York for a lesson and to take on the criminal organisation known as Hydrant.

U&Drama channel logo 7:20am (repeat)
Bread. Image shows from L to R: Joey Boswell (Graham Bickley), Aveline Boswell (Melanie Hill), Nellie Boswell (Jean Boht), Grandad (Kenneth Waller), Shifty (Bryan Murray), Adrian Boswell (Jonathon Morris), Billy Boswell (Nick Conway), Freddie Boswell (Ronald Forfar). Copyright: BBC

Bread

Series 5, Episode 7

Aveline has good news about Oswald's sperm count, Adrian finally hears from Magdalena and Joey's loyalty to the family drives a bigger wedge between him and Roxy. Meanwhile, Shifty is in trouble with Yizzel and his mate over money, so he steals their car and heads for London - again!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:30am (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 30 - Learning To Lose

JJ applies to an elite sporting school. However, not realising it's miles away from Beanotown, he needs to do badly in the sporting assessment to get out of it.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Love In Recovery. Image shows from L to R: Danno (Paul Kaye), Julie (Sue Johnston), Andy (Eddie Marsan), Marion (Julia Deakin), Simon (John Hannah), Fiona (Rebecca Front). Copyright: Lucky Giant

Love In Recovery

Christmas Special - Christmas Eve

It is Christmas Eve at Alcoholics Anonymous, and Andy is waiting for the others to turn up.

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

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 46 - Korowai Treehouses, Indonesia

The Go Jetters have been invited by the Korowai tribe to visit their village in the rainforest of Papua in Indonesia.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:50am (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 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?

U&Drama channel logo 7:55am (repeat)
Bread. Image shows from L to R: Joey Boswell (Graham Bickley), Aveline Boswell (Melanie Hill), Nellie Boswell (Jean Boht), Grandad (Kenneth Waller), Shifty (Bryan Murray), Adrian Boswell (Jonathon Morris), Billy Boswell (Nick Conway), Freddie Boswell (Ronald Forfar). Copyright: BBC

Bread

Series 5, Episode 8

Jack arrives home drunk and is whisked in to Grandad's house to avoid a confrontation with his mother ... and the vicar! Aveline decides to put her desire for a baby on hold while she returns to modelling and Nellie meets her admirer in the park.

CITV 8am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 17 - Gadget Kid

Mr Bean is dogged by a young Japanese boy in the Science Museum and takes an instant dislike to the scallywag, until he sees what he has in his knapsack - gadgets so cool that you cannot get them in the West. So when a security guard tries to ruin their fun, they run away together - to Mars!

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 8am (repeat)
After Ever After. Image shows from L to R: King (Tom Courtenay), Prince Charming (David Walliams), Fairy Godmother (Ellen Thomas), Cinderella (Sian Gibson), Madame Blackheart (Celia Imrie). Copyright: King Bert Productions

After Ever After

Cinderella, Christmas Special - Cinderella: After Ever After

Cinderella 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.

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

Dad's Army

Series 1, Christmas Special - Present Arms

Captain Square insults Captain Mainwaring after it is revealed that Mainwaring got no medals after the 1914-18 war. Mainwaring believes that medals will not matter if the Germans invade. This results in a competition between their platoons. Sadly, the Walmington-on-Sea platoon's shooting is not up to scratch. Perhaps Walker can come up with a solution.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8:05am (repeat)
That's My Boy. Image shows from L to R: Ida Willis (Mollie Sugden), Robert Price (Christopher Blake), Angie Price (Jennifer Lonsdale). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

That's My Boy

Series 2, Christmas Special - Cold Turkey

Robert and Angie's plans for a quiet Christmas with Ida are set wildly awry when Robert's recently widowed boss lets it be known he has no one to spend the day with. And his other mother has no plans neither. Nor Ida's brother, Wilfred!

CITV 8:15am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 18 - The Visitor

Mr Bean cannot place the face of the uninvited fat bloke on his doorstep. This blast from the past proves to be a blasted pain in the neck - eating him out of house and home.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:20am (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 4, Episode 10 - The Spider

Bitzer decides to pamper himself with a relaxing bath while the Farmer is away from the farm. However, his plans are rudely disturbed by a persistent intruder. Will Shaun be able to out-smart the tenacious bug?

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8:35am (repeat)
George & Mildred. Image shows from L to R: Mildred Roper (Yootha Joyce), George Roper (Brian Murphy). Copyright: Thames Television

George & Mildred

Series 4, Christmas Special - On The Second Day Of Christmas

After a dull Christmas at the Ropers', and a packed period for the Fourmiles, George gets into a little trouble when playing with one of Tristram's new toys.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:55am (repeat)
Citizen Khan. Mr Khan (Adil Ray). Copyright: BBC

Citizen Khan

Series 5, Christmas Special - A Khanderful Life

An encounter with a mysterious heavenly passer-by shows Mr Khan how things might have been different and convinces him that, despite all its frustrations, his is a "Khanderful Life" after all.

Comedy Central Extra 9am (repeat)
Guessable?. Image shows from L to R: Darren Harriott, Sara Pascoe, Alan Davies. Copyright: Tuesday's Child

Guessable?

A selection of episodes from the first series.

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

No More Jockeys

2021 Christmas Specials - Game 2

With Mark winning the first of the specials, a second victory will mean he wins the session. Can Tim or Alex fight back, and out of the two who win the latest edition of Kitchen Conversions? Also, Tim catches a mouse.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 9:10am (repeat)
George & Mildred. Image shows from L to R: Mildred Roper (Yootha Joyce), George Roper (Brian Murphy). Copyright: Thames Television

George & Mildred

Series 5, Christmas Special - The Twenty Six Year Itch

It's almost Christmas, and Ann's off to visit her mother with the children. Jeffrey, meanwhile, has been invited to give a speech at a formal dinner during her absence, and down at the pub, George gets chatting to a temporary barmaid...

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:15am (repeat)
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 2, Episode 5 - Incredible Duck Trek

Mummy duck is trying to lead her ducklings from their nest in Bitz's castle to the lake, but it's a long way, so Bitz and Bob help guide them there safely.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:30am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 47 - Go Jet Academy: Volcanic Island

Grandmaster Glitch is drilling into the ground below the ocean near Academy Island, looking for bubbly mud that is heated up by an underground volcano.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

In The Red

Episode 5

A crucial by-election result is due, as the murders continue - but reporter George is on the case.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:35am (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 4, Episode 7

Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 9:45am (repeat)
That Riviera Touch

That Riviera Touch

Comedy starring Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise. The accident-prone duo escape to the French Riviera, only to become caught up in a crime sting.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 9:50am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 9, Episode 5 - Opportunity Knocks And Bruises

Long-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:50am (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Christmas Special - The Farmer's Llamas

When the Farmer and Bitzer go to a Country Fair, Shaun steals away with them intent on causing mischief.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20am (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

A selection of Christmas specials from Britain's longest-running sitcom.

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?

TNT Sports 1 logo 11am
60 min
The Football's On. Copyright: BT Sport

The Football's On

Series 7, Episode 6

Ian Stone is joined by Ivo Graham and Mark Steel.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 11am (repeat)
Nativity Rocks!. Copyright: Mirrorball Films

Nativity Rocks!

A fourth installment in Debbie Isitt's hit Nativity! film series.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:10am (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

A selection of episodes from the first series of the remake of the hit cartoon.

Radio 4 11:30am
30 min
Count Arthur Strong's Radio Show!. Count Arthur Strong (Steve Delaney). Copyright: Komedia Entertainment

Count Arthur Strong's Radio Show!

2021 Christmas Special - Away In A Mangle!

How long will Arthur last in the role of Father Christmas this year? His annual attempt to spread festive cheer in a Department Store falls short, but will he be a great redeemer.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 12pm (repeat)
Mr. Bean. Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson)

Mr. Bean

Episode 7 - Merry Christmas Mr Bean

Mr. Bean wreaks havoc at Harrods when he goes Christmas shopping, then has trouble stuffing a turkey on Christmas Day.

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

Dad's Army

Series 1, Christmas Special - Present Arms

Captain Square insults Captain Mainwaring after it is revealed that Mainwaring got no medals after the 1914-18 war. Mainwaring believes that medals will not matter if the Germans invade. This results in a competition between their platoons. Sadly, the Walmington-on-Sea platoon's shooting is not up to scratch. Perhaps Walker can come up with a solution.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 12:15pm (repeat)
Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Series 2, Episode 4 - Sweet Dreams Timmy

It is nap time but Timmy is too excited to sleep. While the other animals snooze, Timmy wants to play.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20pm (repeat)
Trust Morecambe & Wise.... Lenny Henry

Trust Morecambe & Wise...

Episode 3 - Travel And Adventure

Lenny is joined by guests Susan Hampshire, Nina Wadia and Gary Morecambe - with special help from Angela Rippon - to reveal how Morecambe and Wise can tell us all we need to know about travel and adventure.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 12:20pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 48 - Chocolate Hills, Philippines

The Grimbots discover a place called the Chocolate Hills on Bohol Island in the Philippines and take Grandmaster Glitch there.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:20pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

A selection of episodes from the first and second series of the Beano creation.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 12:30pm (repeat)
After Ever After. The Giant (David Walliams). Copyright: King Bert Productions

After Ever After

Jack And The Beanstalk, Christmas Special - Jack And The Beanstalk: After Ever After

Another tale of what happens after happily ever after, this time looking into what happened after Jack felled the giant beanstalk and defeated the giant.

CITV 12:30pm (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 12:45pm (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 2, Episode 5 - Waffle's Big Night In

Simon is taking Jess out for a birthday dinner, so Gramps is on babysitting duty.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:05pm (repeat)
4 O'Clock Club. Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Club

Series 9, Episode 6 - Scouts

Evan helps Polly out when she lies to her mum - and ends up having to join the Scouts.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Miami Twice, Christmas Special - The American Dream

Del 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...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20pm (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 Christmas specials from the David Jason sitcom.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 1:30pm (repeat)
After Ever After

After Ever After

Hansel & Gretel, Christmas Special - Hansel & Gretel: After Ever After

The 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.

BBC Radio Scotland 1:30pm
30 min
Breaking The News. Des Clarke. Copyright: BBC Studios

Breaking The News

Series 20, Out-takes - The Best Of Unbroadcast

Des Clarke brings you some never before heard clips from Scotland's award-winning satirical news quiz. With exclusive, brand new clips from some of your favourite panellists.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:25pm (repeat)
Hank Zipzer. Image shows from L to R: Stan (Neil Fitzmaurice), Hank Zipzer (Nick James), Emily (Madeline Holliday), Rosa (Juliet Cowan)

Hank Zipzer

Series 1, Episode 4 - Battle Of The Goblins

Hank finds himself in trouble when he accidentally breaks his and Frankie's science project.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:30pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Miami Twice, Christmas Special - Oh To Be In England

Del 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!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:50pm (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.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:10pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 2, Christmas Special - We Wish Ewe A Merry Christmas

Shaun 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.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:15pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 18 - Screwtop In Love

Rubi worries that her dad is lonely, so the gang try to find Professor von Screwtop a girlfriend!

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 3:30pm (repeat)
Roald & Beatrix: The Tail Of The Curious Mouse. Image shows from L to R: Roald Dahl (Harry Tayler), Beatrix Potter (Dawn French). Copyright: Hartswood Films Ltd

Roald & Beatrix: The Tail Of The Curious Mouse

Christmas comedy special about the real-life meeting of Beatrix Potter and Roald Dahl.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:30pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 19 - The Great Beanotown Bake-Off

Pieface's all time hero, Cherry Bakewell, is coming to Beanotown to judge the annual bake-off.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 3:50pm (repeat)
The Darling Buds Of May. Pop Larkin (David Jason)

The Darling Buds Of May

Series 1, Christmas Special - Christmas Is Coming

The Larkin family prepares for the festive season. Excitement and anticipation fill the air as Pop trims the huge tree with tinsel and lights, and the rest of the family festoon the house with paper chains and Christmas baubles. But outside in the darkening woods, there's an exhausted man on the run.

U&W channel logo 4:20pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Janey Harper (Daniela Denby-Ashe), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker), Michael Harper (Gabriel Thomson), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay), Abi Harper (Siobhan Hayes), Roger Bailey Jr. (Keiron Self). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 8, Christmas Special - Have An Unhappy Christmas

A 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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:25pm (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

Series 3, Christmas Special - Thicker Than Water

When Rodney opens the door to a stranger at the flat he soon learns from Grandad that it's his long lost father, Reg. As Del returns home from the pub, his anger is abated when Reg tells them he is ill and it may be hereditary. The subsequent blood test results threaten to split the brothers up.

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

In The Red

Episode 5

A crucial by-election result is due, as the murders continue - but reporter George is on the case.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 19 - #Sinister Mouse

There's double trouble when an evil version of Danger Mouse escapes from a parallel dimension and joins forces with Baron Greenback.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:55pm (repeat)
The Darling Buds Of May. Pop Larkin (David Jason)

The Darling Buds Of May

Series 2, Christmas Special - Le Grand Weekend

Charley and Mariette are left holding the fort when Ma and Pop win a surprise trip to Paris. Things don't go as planned and it turns into quite a weekend.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5pm (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 3, Special - The Special Relationship

Boycie is asked to turn detective when an unexpected visitor arrives at Winterdown Farm with a secret from the past that, if confirmed, will have massive consequences for one member of the staff.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 5pm (repeat)
Agatha Raisin. Image shows from L to R: Roy Silver (Mathew Horne), Agatha Raisin (Ashley Jensen)

Agatha Raisin

Christmas Special - Kissing Christmas Goodbye

During 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.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5pm (repeat)
Hank Zipzer. Hank Zipzer (Nick James)

Hank Zipzer

Christmas Special - Hank Zipzer's Christmas Catastrophe

90 minute feature film Christmas special. No-one loves yuletide like Hank Zipzer and this year, with a new baby brother on the way, Hank means to have the Best. Christmas. Ever! But Hank's life never runs smoothly and soon Miss Adolf is turning Mr Rock's Rudolph the Rock'n'Roll Reindeer into a one-woman Christmas Carol.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5pm (repeat)
Welcome To Our Village, Please Invade Carefully. Image shows from L to R: Uljabaan (Julian Rhind-Tutt), Lucy Alexander (Hannah Murray). Copyright: BBC

Welcome To Our Village, Please Invade Carefully

Series 1, Episode 4 - Little Green Lights

Uljabaan's superior officer Gryvook is coming for an assessment visit. Uljabaan is hoping to get the go-ahead to invade the rest of Earth - but first he has to prepare a welcome banquet.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Love In Recovery. Image shows from L to R: Danno (Paul Kaye), Julie (Sue Johnston), Andy (Eddie Marsan), Marion (Julia Deakin), Simon (John Hannah), Fiona (Rebecca Front). Copyright: Lucky Giant

Love In Recovery

Christmas Special - Christmas Eve

It is Christmas Eve at Alcoholics Anonymous, and Andy is waiting for the others to turn up.

BBC Two 5:35pm (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 4, Episode 12 - Uninvited Guests

After Walmington-on-Sea's ARP HQ is bombed, Mainwaring is forced to share the church hall with Hodges. Problems soon arise after the church hall's chimney is set on fire.

U&W channel logo 5:40pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Michael Harper (Gabriel Thomson), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay), Janey Harper (Daniela Denby-Ashe). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 9, Christmas Special - 2039: A Christmas Oddity

It 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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:55pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French), Jim Trott (Trevor Peacock). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

1996 Specials, Christmas Special - The Christmas Lunch Incident

It's the Vicar's second Christmas in Dibley, and she has to make her sermon a good one "or you've lost them to Satan till next December". An arguably greater worry, however, is the three Christmas dinners Geraldine's agreed to eat. But she can pull it off - right?

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 6pm
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?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 6pm (repeat)
The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy. Copyright: BBC / Above The Title Productions

The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy

The Primary Phase, Episode 5 - Fit The Fifth

Sent to find the Ultimate Question to Life, the Universe and Everything, Arthur Dent and his companions have been cornered by two humane cops who, nevertheless, have left them in a certain-death situation.

Radio 4 6:15pm
45 min
Dead Ringers. Image shows from L to R: Lewis Macleod, Debra Stephenson, Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Duncan Wisbey. Copyright: BBC

Dead Ringers

2021 Christmas Specials, Episode 3 - Part 2

The BBC is required to cover news from a range of sources, and that includes other universes. Nick Robinson and Martha Kearny look back at the weird and wonderful events that have taken place in other worlds. Who knows what has happened in other universes in 1921? Perhaps Manflu is a deadly epidemic? Perhaps Britain becomes the 51st state? Or maybe Greta Thunberg opens a coal mine? All will be revealed in this pan-universal episode.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:30pm (repeat)
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?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:55pm (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, New Year Special - The Vicar In White

The date of the wedding is fast approaching, and the Vicar's delighted to be attending in a dress rather than a dog collar. However, the villagers decide that their gift to the happy couple will be to organise everything for them - something Geri was actually rather looking forward to, thank you!

U&Dave channel logo 7pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series L, Christmas Special - No-L

With Bill Bailey, Jimmy Carr and Carrie Fisher.

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

Dad's Army

Series 1, Christmas Special - Present Arms

Captain Square insults Captain Mainwaring after it is revealed that Mainwaring got no medals after the 1914-18 war. Mainwaring believes that medals will not matter if the Germans invade. This results in a competition between their platoons. Sadly, the Walmington-on-Sea platoon's shooting is not up to scratch. Perhaps Walker can come up with a solution.

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 6, Episode 7 - From Wellies To Wet Suit

When Compo expresses a desire to explore the wonders of the deep, Foggy and Clegg, knowing his normal natural aversion to water, are so impressed that they readily sponsor his purchase of one slightly used frogman suit.

CITV 7:20pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

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

Talking Pictures TV 7:30pm (repeat)
The Smallest Show On Earth. Image shows from L to R: Leslie Quill (Peter Sellers), Jean Spenser (Virginia McKenna), Matt Spenser (Bill Travers)

The Smallest Show On Earth

A couple inherit a cinema and are shocked to find a decrepit building.

U&Drama channel logo 8pm (repeat)
Jonathan Creek. Jonathan Creek (Alan Davies). Copyright: BBC

Jonathan Creek

Series 3, Episode 2 - The Eyes Of Tiresias

A 73-year-old widow's dreams are foretelling deaths. Is it just coincidence? Is she psychic? Or is it just something in the goldfish food...?

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8pm (repeat)
Doc Martin. Dr Martin Ellingham (Martin Clunes). Copyright: Buffalo Pictures / Homerun Productions

Doc Martin

Series 2, Christmas Special - On The Edge

Birdwatchers disturb the peace of Portwenn in the search of a rare chough meanwhile Louisa's father arrives and Pauline plans to leave.

Comedy Central 8pm (repeat)
Michael McIntyre's Big Show. Michael McIntyre. Copyright: Hungry McBear

Michael McIntyre's Big Show

Series 3, Christmas Special - Michael McIntyre's Big Christmas Show

Michael McIntyre's annual festive special returns to BBC One this Christmas, stuffed with big stars, big laughs and big surprises!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:05pm (repeat)
Upstart Crow. Image shows from L to R: Will Shakespeare (David Mitchell), Colin / The Stranger (Kenneth Branagh). Copyright: BBC

Upstart Crow

Series 3, Christmas Special - A Crow Christmas Carol

Things get Dickensian when a mysterious stranger inspires Will to get Greene to mend his evil ways with the help of three Christmas spirits.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm
60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Seann Walsh, Romesh Ranganathan, Kerry Godliman, Spencer Jones. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 12, Christmas Special - Noel At The Apollo: Romesh Ranganathan, Kerry Godliman, Seann Walsh, Spencer Jones

Romesh 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.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 9pm (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.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm (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

A selection of episodes from the second series.

Comedy Central 9pm (repeat)
Michael McIntyre's Big Show. Michael McIntyre. Copyright: Hungry McBear

Michael McIntyre's Big Show

Series 4, Christmas Special - Michael McIntyre's Christmas Big Show

Michael presents a night packed with Christmas treats and unmissable surprises including a special guest handing over their phone in Send to All, another spectacular Unexpected Star and one unsuspecting member of the public gets a big surprise.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 9pm (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 9pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Josh Widdicombe, Sandi Toksvig, Johnny Vegas, Sara Pascoe

QI

Series Q, Christmas Special - Quizmas

With Sara Pascoe, Johnny Vegas and Josh Widdicombe.

Talking Pictures TV 9:05pm (repeat)
Rita, Sue And Bob Too!. Image shows from L to R: Rita (Siobhan Finneran), Bob (George Costigan), Sue (Michelle Holmes). Copyright: Film4

Rita, Sue And Bob Too!

A funny and life-enhancing comedy from Alan Clarke set against a background of deprivation.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm
30 min
Scotland Made Me.... Chris Forbes

Growing Up Scottish

Christmas Special - Christmas & Hogmanay

Scotland's comedians show us Christmas and Hogmanay past, from decorations to nativity plays and opening presents, along with the ups and downs of street parties and New Year resolutions.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9:30pm
60 min
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Image shows from L to R: Jason Manford, Lee Mack

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Christmas Special

Jimmy Carr hosts an edition packed with festive surprises. Countdown regulars Susie Dent and Rachel Riley are on hand to help maintain order as Jon Richardson and Sarah Millican take on Lee Mack and Jason Manford. They are joined by guests Nick Mohammed and Joe Wilkinson.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Lee (Lee Mack), Tim (Tim Vine). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 3, Christmas Special - Absent Father Christmas

Lee's father turns up at the flat unannounced. This is the man who walked out of the family home when Lee was four, never paid his maintenance and ate Lee's goldfish.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 10pm (repeat)
Still Game. Image shows from L to R: Jack Jarvis (Ford Kiernan), Davie (Robbie Coltrane), Victor McDade (Greg Hemphill). Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Still Game

Series 4, Christmas Special - Cold Turkey

Christmas comes with a bang and a barrel of laughs to Craiglang. Winston's stolen turkey turns out to be far from oven-ready, Tam and Frances enjoy their first yuletide as a married couple, and Navid's customers get more than they bargained for with his mulled wine.

Comedy Central 10pm (repeat)
Lee Evans: Roadrunner. Lee Evans. Copyright: Little Mo Films

Lee Evans: Roadrunner

TV broadcast of Lee Evans's 2011 stand-up show and release, Roadrunner.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Meet The Richardsons. Image shows from L to R: Jon (Jon Richardson), Johnny Vegas

Meet The Richardsons

Meet The Richardsons At Christmas, Episode 1

The families attempt to create the perfect Christmas for daughter Elsie. Jon is against the commercialisation of the season and wants to keep the season as pure, but Lucy just wants a big tree.

Radio 4 10pm
45 min
Love Actually. Image shows from L to R: David, The Prime Minister (Hugh Grant), Natalie (Martine McCutcheon). Copyright: Working Title Films

The Reunion: Love Actually

Kirsty Wark reunites some of the cast and crew of the 2003 Christmas film Love Actually, directed by Richard Curtis.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Love In Recovery. Image shows from L to R: Danno (Paul Kaye), Julie (Sue Johnston), Andy (Eddie Marsan), Marion (Julia Deakin), Simon (John Hannah), Fiona (Rebecca Front). Copyright: Lucky Giant

Love In Recovery

Christmas Special - Christmas Eve

It is Christmas Eve at Alcoholics Anonymous, and Andy is waiting for the others to turn up.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm (repeat)
Spitting Image

Spitting Image

Series 22 (BritBox Series 2), Christmas Special

Advent events to go through Spitting Image's legendary prism include: a shocking Christmas surprise for Prince Andrew; an ever-heroic Tom Cruise stepping up to save Christmas for Santa; who better to add a bit of flair to the Queen's annual Christmas message than Phoebe Waller-Bridge; Kier Starmer finally springing into action for an oncoming Christmas lunch crisis with his (always law-abiding) vigilante alter-ego, Fox Man; while poor Rishi Sunak is visited by terrifying visions including of The Ghost of Tory Glory Past.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 10:25pm (repeat)
Ricky Gervais: Politics

Ricky Gervais: Politics

Ricky Gervais's sell-out live show looking at the world of politics.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:30pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French), Jim Trott (Trevor Peacock). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

1996 Specials, Christmas Special - The Christmas Lunch Incident

It's the Vicar's second Christmas in Dibley, and she has to make her sermon a good one "or you've lost them to Satan till next December". An arguably greater worry, however, is the three Christmas dinners Geraldine's agreed to eat. But she can pull it off - right?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
On The Hour. Image shows from L to R: Chris Morris, David Schneider, Patrick Marber, Rebecca Front, Doon Mackichan, Steve Coogan. Copyright: BBC

On The Hour

Series 1, Christmas Special

The news doesn't stop just because it is Christmas. Christopher Morris presentes the year in news (and Alan Partridge presents the year in sport). There is also a look at the problems in giving pets as presents. Christopher also tells children the truth about Christmas.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 10:30pm
90 min
Christmas Comedy Club With Lost Voice Guy. Lee Ridley

Christmas Comedy Club With Lost Voice Guy

2021 Special

He rose to fame as the winner of Britain's Got Talent in 2018. Now Lost Voice Guy returns to TV for this festive special featuring guests Bill Bailey, Rosie Jones, Omid Djalili and Joel Dommett.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:30pm
60 min
The Last Leg. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Adam Hills, Alex Brooker

The Last Leg

Series 23, Christmas Special

Adam Hills, Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker front a merriment-packed Christmas edition. In a show filled with festive treats, the boys get into the Christmas spirit in a way only they can - joined in the studio by the "absolutely fabulous" Joanna Lumley and chef and grime artist Big Zuu for some very merry leglessness.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:35pm (repeat)
Knowing Me, Knowing You... With Alan Partridge

Knowing Me, Knowing You... With Alan Partridge

Christmas Special - Knowing Me, Knowing Yule... With Alan Partridge

Alan Partridge is an insincere and skill-less chat show host. Partridge frequently demonstrated his insecurities and total lack of knowledge about his guests' lives during each broadcast.

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
Meet The Richardsons. Image shows from L to R: Jon (Jon Richardson), Lucy (Lucy Beaumont)

Meet The Richardsons

Meet The Richardsons At Christmas, Episode 2

The Richardsons' plans for a quiet family Christmas are thrown into further chaos when more celebrities turn up unexpectedly, but it's perfect for the panto that Lucy wants to put on for Elsie. Did Lucy really get so drunk at Jools Holland's Hootenanny that she invited Jason Donovan over for Christmas dinner? And are they about to get a new stepfather in law in the shape of Johnny Vegas for Christmas?

Comedy Central 11pm (repeat)
Kevin Bridges. Copyright: Andy Hollingworth

Kevin Bridges: The Brand New Tour

Kevin Bridges performs live at the Glasgow Hydro.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Old Harry's Game. Image shows from L to R: Satan (Andy Hamilton), Gary (Steven O'Donnell). Copyright: BBC

Old Harry's Game

2010 Specials - Christmas Spirit

Satan decides to ban Christmas.

U&Dave channel logo 11:15pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Smithy (James Corden). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 2, Christmas Special - Gavin & Stacey Christmas Special

It's Christmas Eve and the Wests join the Shipmans for one of Mick's famous turkey dinners.

U&W channel logo 11:20pm (repeat)
My Family. Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 6, Christmas Special - The Heart Of Christmas

The Harpers are looking forward to another Christmas - except for Ben, who comes up with a cunning plan, feigning a mystery illness to escape the festivities.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Conversations From A Long Marriage. Image shows from L to R: Roger (Roger Allam), Joanna (Joanna Lumley). Copyright: Matt Stronge

Conversations From A Long Marriage

Christmas Special, Episode 1 - Conversations From A Long Marriage At Christmas

We follow the couple's conversations as they prepare for Christmas à deux, open their Christmas cards, dissect their neighbours' relationships - and Joanna reveals she's planned some rather surprising activities for Christmas Day. A late night phone call means that her Christmas wish may not be granted.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:30pm (repeat)
Friday Night Dinner: 10 Years And A Lovely Bit Of Squirrel

Friday Night Dinner: 10 Years And A Lovely Bit Of Squirrel

A documentary special looking at hit sitcom Friday Night Dinner as it turns 10 years-old.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:35pm (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 - Joe's Crackers

It's Christmas Day at the Royles' and Barbara is up to her eyes in it as Jim is out of action due to an unfortunate incident in the precinct.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 11:45pm (repeat)
Russell Howard Live: Dingledodies. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard Live: Dingledodies

A TV broadcast of Russell Howard's 2008 stand-up tour.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky Midnight (repeat)
Never Mind The Buzzcocks. Image shows from L to R: Daisy May Cooper, Jamali Maddix, Greg Davies, Noel Fielding

Never Mind The Buzzcocks

Series 29, Christmas Special

Greg 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.

Comedy Central Midnight (repeat)
Joe Lycett: That's The Way, A-Ha A-Ha, Joe Lycett Live. Joe Lycett. Copyright: Andy Hollingworth

Joe Lycett: That's The Way, A-Ha A-Ha, Joe Lycett Live

Stand-up comedy from Joe Lycett in this TV version of his 2016 live show and DVD.

BBC Radio 4 Extra Midnight (repeat)
The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy. Copyright: BBC / Above The Title Productions

The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy

The Primary Phase, Episode 5 - Fit The Fifth

Sent to find the Ultimate Question to Life, the Universe and Everything, Arthur Dent and his companions have been cornered by two humane cops who, nevertheless, have left them in a certain-death situation.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:30am (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Image shows from L to R: Susie Dent, David O'Doherty

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Christmas Special

Jimmy Carr hosts a festive-themed edition of the words and numbers game, with Rachel Riley and Susie Dent. Jon Richardson and Sarah Millican face off against Sean Lock and David Mitchell. David O'Doherty joins Susie in Dictionary Corner.

BBC One Scotland. Copyright: BBC 12:30am (repeat)
Bad Education. Image shows left to right: Mitchell (Charlie Wernham), Stephen Carmichael (Layton Williams), Alfie (Jack Whitehall), Chantelle (Nikki Runeckles), Miss Gulliver (Sarah Solemani), Fraser (Mathew Horne), Joe (Ethan Lawrence), Rem Dogg (Jack Binstead), Jing (Kae Alexander). Credit: Tiger Aspect Productions

Bad Education

Series 2, Christmas Special

Following Pickwell's departure, Mr Fraser appoints Alfie writer and director of the annual Christmas play: will it be Robocop or The Nutcracker? Miss Gulliver's keen that he and his class help at the soup kitchen.

U&Dave channel logo 12:40am (repeat)
Insert Name Here. Sue Perkins

Insert Name Here

Series 4, Christmas Special - Xmas

In this festive series opener Josh Widdicombe is joined by Chris Packham and historian Suzannah Lipscomb and Richard Osman is joined by Carol Vorderman and James Acaster. Cue lots of comic banter, funny facts and unusual stats, as the as the two teams vie to outdo the other.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 12:45am (repeat)
The Jonathan Ross Show. Jonathan Ross. Copyright: Hot Sauce / ITV Studios

The Jonathan Ross Show

Series 18, Christmas Special - Christmas Special: Bradley Walsh, Roisin Conaty, Andrew Garfield, Tom Hollander, Leona Lewis

Jonathan introduces a festive edition of the chat show, and is joined by The Chase presenter Bradley Walsh, comedian and actress Roisin Conaty, Hollywood star Andrew Garfield and Bafta Award winner Tom Hollander. Music comes from Leona Lewis, who also joins the host for a chat.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:50am (repeat)
Hold The Sunset. Image shows from L to R: Edith (Alison Steadman), Joan (Sue Johnston), Sandra (Joanna Scanlan). Copyright: BBC

Hold The Sunset

Christmas Special - If I Were A Wise Man

It's the last Christmas Edith will have with her family before she and Phil set off for their dream retirement in the Mediterranean. Edith's son Roger enlists her scurrilous one-time flame, Bob 'the burglar', to give Christmas its proper flavour; Edith's sister Joan won't watch the Queen's Speech anywhere else; Queenie locks Sandra and Wendy into a wardrobe; and Phil finds himself talking to a ghost.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 1am (repeat)
Hitmen. Image shows from L to R: Fran (Sue Perkins), Jamie (Mel Giedroyc). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Hitmen

A repeat-run of the second series of the Mel and Sue sitcom.

Comedy Central 1am (repeat)
Jimmy Carr: Laughing And Joking. Jimmy Carr. Copyright: Chambers Productions

Jimmy Carr: Laughing And Joking

TV version of Jimmy Carr's 2013 stand-up DVD release, Laughing And Joking.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 1am (repeat)
Rob And Romesh Vs. Image shows from L to R: Romesh Ranganathan, Rob Beckett

Rob And Romesh Vs

Christmas Special - Rob & Romesh Vs Christmas

A festive special in which Rob Beckett and Romesh Ranganathan join the circus, teaming up with West End and Big Top show Zippos. They learn how to do acrobatics, contortion and knife throwing ahead of their final Christmas performance at Winter Wonderland.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 1am (repeat)
Lost At Christmas. Image shows from L to R: Jen (Natalie Clark), Rob (Kenny Boyle)

Lost At Christmas

Scottish romantic comedy set amidst a Christmas road-trip.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 1am (repeat)
Friday Night Dinner. Image shows from L to R: Jackie (Tamsin Greig), Adam (Simon Bird), Martin (Paul Ritter), Jonny (Tom Rosenthal)

Friday Night Dinner

The best three episodes as voted for by fans.

U&Dave channel logo 1:15am (repeat)
Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled. Image shows from L to R: Joe Lycett, Jason Manford, Alan Davies, Richard Coles, Jo Joyner. Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled

Series 3, Christmas Special - Xmas Untitled

In this suitably festive outing, guests Jason Manford, Jo Joyner, Joe Lycett and the Reverend Richard Coles chew the (goose) fat about Santa and all things Christmas. And it's funny, obviously.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:25am
65 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Seann Walsh, Romesh Ranganathan, Kerry Godliman, Spencer Jones. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 12, Christmas Special - Noel At The Apollo: Romesh Ranganathan, Kerry Godliman, Seann Walsh, Spencer Jones

Romesh 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.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 1:30am (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Bob Mortimer. Copyright: Endemol UK

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 17 (Channel 4: Series 18), Christmas Special

Jimmy Carr hosts a festive edition of the combination of the comedy panel show and the long-running words and numbers quiz, with Sean Lock and Bob Mortimer taking on Jon Richardson and Lucy Beaumont. Regular Countdown mathematician Rachel Riley and lexicographer Susie Dent are on hand to adjudicate with guests Adam Buxton and Joe Wilkinson

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 1:35am (repeat)
Football Genius. Tim Vine. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Football Genius

Episode 2 - Leicester City v Charlton Athletic

Paul Sinha's team of Leicester City supporters put their football knowledge to the test as they take on Sam Quek's team of Charlton Athletic fans in the quiz hosted by Tim Vine.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 1:40am (repeat)
Paul O'Grady's Saturday Night Line-Up

Paul O'Grady's Saturday Night Line-Up

Christmas Special

A festive edition of the comedy chat and game show in which Paul puts questions, scenarios and dilemmas to celebrity guests Dame Joan Collins, Paddy McGuinness, Sunetra Sarker and Julian Clary, who must arrange themselves from best to worst correctly to match the order the British public have put them in.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 1:40am (repeat)
The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird), Charlotte Hinchcliffe (Emily Atack). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Series 2, Episode 1 - The Field Trip

It's a new term and the infamous sociology and geography field trip to Swanage is coming up; all the boys are on board.

Comedy Central 2am (repeat)
Romesh Ranganathan: Irrational Live. Romesh Ranganathan. Copyright: Open Mike Productions / Andy Hollingworth

Romesh Ranganathan: Irrational Live

TV edit of Romesh Ranganathan's stand-up DVD.

Comedy Central Extra 2am (repeat)
The Funny Thing About.... Christopher Biggins

The Funny Thing About...

Episode 4 - Christmas

Johnny Vegas illuminates the minefield of Christmas rituals and traditions. Is it a fortnight of goodwill and festive cheer or just two days and a roast? Familiar faces offering their Christmas confessions include Anthea Turner, Vanessa Feltz, Carl Fogarty, Nina Wadia and Matt Richardson.

U&Dave channel logo 2:15am (repeat)
Mel Giedroyc: Unforgivable. Richard Ayoade

Mel Giedroyc: Unforgivable

Series 1, Episode 5

Mel Giedroyc and Lou Sanders are joined by Richard Ayoade, Ed Gamble and Sindhu Vee.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 2:15am (repeat)
The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird), Charlotte Hinchcliffe (Emily Atack). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Series 2, Episode 2 - Work Experience

It's work experience week at school. Jay and Simon work at a plant hire, but a mix-up leaves Neil at a newspaper and Will at a garage.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 2:25am (repeat)
Man About The House. Image shows from L to R: Chrissy Plummer (Paula Wilcox), Robin Tripp (Richard O'Sullivan), Jo (Sally Thomsett). Copyright: Thames Television

Man About The House

Series 5, Episode 4 - Love And Let Love

Two's company but three's a crowd, as the old saying goes. And so it proves to be the case when first Chrissy, and then Robin, hope to have some privacy in the flat for the evening!

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 2:25am (repeat)
Celebrity Juice. Leigh Francis. Copyright: Talkback

Celebrity Juice

Series 24, Christmas Special

Chart star Paloma Faith, presenter and friend of the show Paddy McGuinness, Kaiser Chiefs frontman Ricky Wilson and football pundit Chris Kamara join Keith Lemon, Laura Whitmore and Emily Atack for this festive special of the comedy quiz.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:30am (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Lee (Lee Mack), Tim (Tim Vine). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 3, Christmas Special - Absent Father Christmas

Lee's father turns up at the flat unannounced. This is the man who walked out of the family home when Lee was four, never paid his maintenance and ate Lee's goldfish.

Sky Atlantic logo. Copyright: Sky 2:30am (repeat)
Landscapers. Image shows from L to R: Susan (Olivia Colman), Christopher (David Thewlis)

Landscapers

Episode 3

Christopher opens up about his past as the couple's relationship with Susan's parents comes under the spotlight. Lancing and Wilkie have a breakthrough.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 2:35am (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 2, Christmas Special - A Christmassy Ted

When Ted's quick thinking saves a group of Priests - and the Catholic church - from a major embarrassment (involving lingerie) at Christmas, he is given the prestigious Golden Cleric award. But on Craggy Island, nothing is as simple as it seems... Apart from Dougal.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 2:45am (repeat)
Derry Girls. Granda Joe (Ian McElhinney). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Derry Girls

Series 1, Episode 5

The Quinn family are rushing to get out of Derry before the Orange Parades start.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3am (repeat)
Citizen Khan. Mr Khan (Adil Ray). Copyright: BBC

Citizen Khan

Series 5, Christmas Special - A Khanderful Life

An encounter with a mysterious heavenly passer-by shows Mr Khan how things might have been different and convinces him that, despite all its frustrations, his is a "Khanderful Life" after all.

Comedy Central 3am (repeat)
Noel Fielding: An Evening With. Noel Fielding

Noel Fielding: An Evening With

TV broadcast of Noel Fielding's 2015-released live DVD.

Comedy Central Extra 3am (repeat)
Your Face Or Mine. Image shows from L to R: Katherine Ryan, Joseph Bates, Jodie Kidd, Jimmy Carr. Copyright: Talkback

Your Face Or Mine

Series 6, Christmas Special

Jimmy and Katherine are joined by celebrity couple Jodie Kidd and Joseph Bates. Supermodel and presenter Jodie and ex-royal marine Joe play to win money for a children's hospice.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 3:10am (repeat)
Derry Girls. Image shows from L to R: Ciaran (Jamie Beamish), Granda Joe (Ian McElhinney), Aunt Sarah (Kathy Kiera Clarke), Ma Mary (Tara Lynne O'Neill). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Derry Girls

Series 1, Episode 6

Erin is over the moon when she manages to secure herself the position of Editor of the school magazine.

U&Dave channel logo 3:15am (repeat)
Big Zuu's Big Eats. Rob Delaney

Big Zuu's Big Eats

Series 2, Episode 9 - Rob Delaney

A keen runner, Rob Delaney has been out jogging but Zuu is the perfect chef for someone who has worked up a big appetite.

Comedy Central Extra 3:25am (repeat)
Blockbusters. Image shows from L to R: James Acaster, Dara O Briain, Jordan Banjo, Scarlett Moffatt. Copyright: Thames

Blockbusters

Series 2, Christmas Special

Christmas celebrity special where I'm A Celebrity stars Scarlett Moffatt and Jordan Banjo take on comedian James Acaster.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:30am (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell), Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 7, Episode 6 - New Year's Eve

It's New Year's Eve, and Mark is depressed about Dobby, but Jeremy is determined that the 'El Dude Brothers' are going to enjoy the night of their lives.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 3:50am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 9, Episode 5 - Opportunity Knocks And Bruises

Long-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.

Comedy Central Extra 4:05am (repeat)
Lee Evans Live In Scotland. Lee Evans. Copyright: Little Mo Films

Lee Evans Live In Scotland

The grand finale of Lee Evans's 100 date sell-out 1998 UK tour, performed to a full house at the Edinburgh Playhouse.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30am (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

In The Red

Episode 5

A crucial by-election result is due, as the murders continue - but reporter George is on the case.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:45am (repeat)
On The Buses. Inspector Blake (Stephen Lewis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 5, Episode 2 - Stan's Room

Unable 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!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5am (repeat)
Welcome To Our Village, Please Invade Carefully. Image shows from L to R: Uljabaan (Julian Rhind-Tutt), Lucy Alexander (Hannah Murray). Copyright: BBC

Welcome To Our Village, Please Invade Carefully

Series 1, Episode 4 - Little Green Lights

Uljabaan's superior officer Gryvook is coming for an assessment visit. Uljabaan is hoping to get the go-ahead to invade the rest of Earth - but first he has to prepare a welcome banquet.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:15am (repeat)
That's My Boy. Image shows from L to R: Ida Willis (Mollie Sugden), Robert Price (Christopher Blake), Angie Price (Jennifer Lonsdale). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

That's My Boy

Series 5, Episode 3 - Jezebel

Ida - and by extension, Angie - takes quite the exception to an attractive blonde in the village; a particularly awkward development as Robert prepares to give a speech to the Young Wives Group, to which she belongs.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 5:25am (repeat)
Mr. Bean. Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson)

Mr. Bean

A selection of three episodes of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30am (repeat)
Love In Recovery. Image shows from L to R: Danno (Paul Kaye), Julie (Sue Johnston), Andy (Eddie Marsan), Marion (Julia Deakin), Simon (John Hannah), Fiona (Rebecca Front). Copyright: Lucky Giant

Love In Recovery

Christmas Special - Christmas Eve

It is Christmas Eve at Alcoholics Anonymous, and Andy is waiting for the others to turn up.

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