British Comedy Guide

Schedule Saturday 8th January 2022

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

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

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:35am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 43 - Floating Farms, Bangladesh

Glitch's trip to a funky floating farm becomes a rescue mission on a fast-flowing river.

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

Shaun The Sheep

Series 1, Episode 3 - Shape Up With Shaun

Shirley the Sheep is the biggest sheep on the farm, but Shaun hopes to change that, can you keep up with Shaun?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:05am (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 1, Episode 5 - Ways And Means

After offering advice to fellow fishing-net "knitter" McLaren on curbing his short temper, Fletch attempts to make amends with the governor when McLaren forgoes angry outbursts for a more peaceful rooftop protest.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:05am (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 2 - Danger At C Level

Penfold has had enough of being tied up, blown up and walloped and needs a holiday.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 7:05am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 13 - The Newspaper

Mr Bean is left in peace when Mrs Wicket goes off on her holidays. This means Mr Bean has free access to her daily newspaper. Every time he goes down to collect it from the letterbox it has disappeared. Someone is taking it, but who? Mr Bean is determined to nab the mysterious newspaper stealer and uses a range of ingenious homemade traps in his quest to catch the sneaky thief.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 3 - Greenfinger

Trying to 'help' by watering Squawkencluck's plants, DM unleashes a planet-wide extra-terrestrial sprawling welsh weed.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 7:15am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 14 - Viral Bean

Mr Bean is trying to find a nice quiet place to read his book so he sets off for the library. There he is distracted by some funny online videos on the library computer. Before he knows it, Mr Bean is recording his own video, which is uploaded for everyone to see. Things start to go crazy when people check it out and his popularity takes off. Will he enjoy being in the public eye and how long will his celebrity last?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:45am (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 1, Episode 5

Hyacinth's social standing at a church function is jeopardised when Daisy takes a toyboy and tries to encourage Onslow to become more ardent.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:45am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 1 - The Eiffel Tower, France

In France, Grandmaster Glitch breaks the Eiffel Tower when he uses it as a TV aerial. Can the Go Jetters fix it?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:05am (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 38 - Partners In Crime

While helping Sergeant Slipper prove that he has what it takes to remain Beanotown's policeman, the gang unknowingly become entangled in Doctor Pfooflepfeffer's real theft.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20am (repeat)
Citizen Khan. Image shows from L to R: Dave (Matthew Cottle), Mr Khan (Adil Ray). Copyright: BBC

Citizen Khan

Series 2, Episode 1 - Alia's College

When Alia fails her exams, Mr Khan endeavours to get her into a good school, one way or another.

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

Smelling Of Roses

Series 4, Episode 2 - Verse Dramas

A poetry competition sounds like an easy event to organise...until you take into account the egos of the poets involved...

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

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 11 - Sinking Feeling

When heavy things are put on soft surfaces like sand, they sometimes sink. Spreading the weight across a bigger surface area can help to stop that sinking feeling, so we're making sand shoes from cardboard and ribbon.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9am (repeat)
Citizen Khan. Image shows from L to R: Dave (Matthew Cottle), Mr Khan (Adil Ray). Copyright: BBC

Citizen Khan

Series 2, Episode 2 - Naani's Day Out

Mr Khan is off to meet the mosque manager, whom he expects will finally get him onto the mosque committee. He's also keen to get Naani back to Pakistan as soon as possible.

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

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 1 - In The Wild

Mr Bean goes deep into the countryside in search of the perfect wildlife photograph.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:35am (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 21, Episode 1 - Lipstick And Other Problems

The telltale signs of Barry's chivalrous rescue of Marina cause marital strife.

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

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 2 - Missing Teddy

Bean tracks down the men responsible for kidnapping his teddy - only to find he is not their only captive!

Talking Pictures TV 9:55am (repeat)
Talking Pictures TV

Sammy's Super T-Shirt

A repeat of this 1978 film.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:15am (repeat)
Miranda. Image shows from L to R: Gary (Tom Ellis), Penny (Patricia Hodge), Miranda (Miranda Hart), Stevie (Sarah Hadland), Clive (James Holmes). Copyright: BBC

Miranda

Series 1, Episode 5 - Excuse

Penny decides to throw a Pride And Prejudice party in a bid to introduce Miranda to some eligible young men.

CITV 10:20am (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 2, Episode 1 - Moth Gran

Gran sits in front of the television for so long that she turns into a cocoon, and with a little help from Dave - who wants his favourite seat back - she hatches into a moth. When Moth-Gran sets her sights on the moon, it's up to the Spuds to find a way to entice her back.

ITVBe 10:25am (repeat)
Sooty. Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 13 - Drive In The Country

It is Richard's day off so Sooty and Sweep have helped him prepare a picnic. But with Sooty-Stig driving the campervan, a flat tyre and no petrol, will Richard ever get a peaceful drive in the country?

CITV 10:35am (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 2, Episode 2 - The Beast Of Grimsby

Dave and his friend Zombie Katie are working on a school project together about endangered animals, so George takes them on an expedition to the local park to see what they can find. There they discover the much-fabled Beast of Grimsby - and Dave must decide between a gold star at school and the future of the beast.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:55am (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Smithy (James Corden), Pam (Alison Steadman), Mick (Larry Lamb). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 1, Episode 5

The bride-to-be has her hen party, while Gavin embarks on two stag nights.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 11am (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Image shows left to right: Jill Scott, Romesh Ranganathan, Micah Richards, Mo Gilligan, Jamie Redknapp

A League Of Their Own

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

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

Fighting Talk

Series 19, Episode 21

Football presenter Natalie Pike, footballer Glenn Murray, sports broadcaster Alistair Bruce-Ball and comedian Ivo Graham join Colin Murray for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 11:10am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Pyramids of Giza, Egypt

Glitch creates big trouble with a little pyramid when he and the Go Jetters visit Egypt.

BBC Radio Scotland 11:30am (repeat)
Mark Nelson

The Good, The Bad And The Unexpected

Series 10, Episode 1

This week Mark has a sparkling line up of guests, each with incredible stories from the past year. Grant Stott shares some hot backstage gossip from his new role in River City, Chris Barron from hit 1990s band The Spin Doctors tells a cracking story from touring with one of the biggest bands in the world, and Rachel Jackson has landed the acting role of her life, but not everything is as it seems.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:35am (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 episodes from the first and second series of the David Jason sitcom.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 11:35am (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 1, Episode 3 - Goodbye Waffle?

It's the day after the Brooklyn-Bells' wedding and time to say goodbye to the puppy. Evie goes with Jess to her veterinary practice to scan Waffle's microchip.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 2, Episode 1 - Double Trouble

When Shaun dresses as the farmer he suddenly has the power to boss Bitzer around, so he decides to throw a party. All goes to plan until Shaun encounters the real farmer...

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
Rhod Gilbert

Jest A Minute

Series 2, Episode 1

The comedy quiz returns, hosted by Rhod Gilbert. With team captains Chris Corcoran and Lloyd Langford and guests Rob Deering and Tom Craine.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:05pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

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

CITV 12:30pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

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

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

The News Quiz

Series 107, Episode 2

This week Andy Zaltzman is joined by Alice Fraser, Chris McCausland, Katie Perrior and Ahir Shah. They look at the smallprint on Keir Starmer's 'contract with Britain', rate Boris Johnson's new look, and discuss Novak Djokovic's double fault.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
Old Boats

Elephants To Catch Eels

Series 1, Episode 1

Tamsyn Trelawny's existence as a smuggler is threatened by the arrival of a new customs inspector.

U&Drama channel logo 1pm (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 three Christmas specials from Britain's longest-running sitcom.

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

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 3 - Stonehenge, England

Can the Go Jetters stop Glitch playing dominoes with the ancient stones of Stonehenge?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:15pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

A selection of episodes from the second series of the cartoon remake.

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

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 4 - The Sahara Desert, Africa

Glitch makes a sandcastle around an oasis in the Sahara. Can the Go Jetters save the day?

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:35pm (repeat)
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 14 - Princess Purl Day

It's the Princess Purl Day parade in Craft City.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:50pm (repeat)
Class Dismissed. Copyright: BBC

Class Dismissed

Series 6, Episode 9 - Complete Wasters

Lindaand Miss Aviary cause a stink with a trashy climate clean-up campaign.

CITV 1:55pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 1 - In The Wild

Mr Bean goes deep into the countryside in search of the perfect wildlife photograph.

Talking Pictures TV 2pm (repeat)
The Iron Maiden. Image shows from L to R: Jack Hopkins (Michael Craig), Paul Fisher (Alan Hale). Copyright: Peter Rogers Productions

The Iron Maiden

An aircraft designer's love of traction engines gets in the way of his job when an American airline owner visits England on a buying mission.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2pm (repeat)
The Penny Dreadfuls Present.... Image shows from L to R: Humphrey Ker, Thom Tuck, David Reed

The Penny Dreadfuls Present...

Richard III Rebothered, Episode 1 - The Penny Dreadfuls Present: Richard III Rebothered

The story of how, through the invention of the printing press, the honest and loyal Richard III became the first victim of fake news and how a dynasty was built on a foundation of lies by Henry Tudor, the world's first spin-doctor.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:05pm (repeat)
Class Dismissed. Copyright: BBC

Class Dismissed

Series 6, Episode 10 - S.A.C.K.E.D.

Miss BFF and Miss BFF conduct a staffing review, looking back at the best bits of the year.

CITV 2:10pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 2 - Missing Teddy

Bean tracks down the men responsible for kidnapping his teddy - only to find he is not their only captive!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:20pm (repeat)
So Awkward. Image shows from L to R: Martha Fitzgerald (Sophia Dall'Aglio), Rufus (Charlie Nicholson), Ollie Coulton (Archie Lyndhurst), Jas Salford (Emily Burnett), Lily Hampton (Cleo Demetriou). Copyright: Channel X North

So Awkward

Series 6, Episode 2 - Face Off

Kat's plan backfires, while Lily and Jas force Martha and Ollie to spend time apart.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2:45pm (repeat)
Facts And Fancies. Armando Iannucci

Facts And Fancies

Episode 1 - A Switch In Time

Tackling time-wasting and greetings cards, the producer, writer and performer presents his own collection of humorous essays.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:50pm (repeat)
All At Sea. Image shows from L to R: Ben (Sam Hattersley), Charlie (Ryan Wilkinson), Alison (Olivia Cosgrove). Copyright: BBC

All At Sea

Series 1, Episode 10 - Bee Boy

Hannah tries to come up with a new business idea for her school project and starts to worry when her super-competitive dad offers to help. Dad starts a cake sale and enters into a bitter rivalry with Mr Leith.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 2:55pm (repeat)
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 17 - Big Pop On Top

Bitz and Bob are making a film about Big Pop.

U&Drama channel logo 3pm (repeat)
Auf Wiedersehen, Pet

Auf Wiedersehen, Pet

A selection of episodes from the second series.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 3pm (repeat)
Delve Special. David Lander (Stephen Fry). Copyright: BBC

Delve Special

Series 1, Episode 1 - The Shifton Scandal, Part 1

Stephen Fry plays spoof undercover investigative reporter David Lander, who begins a four-part expose into irregularities over plans to site a new London airport near Birmingham. With serious allegations aimed at a multi-national giant - what exactly has the government's role been in the plans to demolish the town? And exactly who is the shifty Mr Browncoat?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 3:30pm (repeat)
Chain Reaction. Copyright: BBC

Chain Reaction

Series 1, Episode 1 - Jenny Eclair interviews Jimmy Carr

Acerbic wit Jenny Eclair interviews prolific gag merchant Jimmy Carr.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:25pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 23 - The Scare Mouse Project

Colonel K spins a terrifying tale about the Headless Postman - an ancient and alarmingly scary apparition.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:35pm (repeat)
Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Series 3, Episode 26 - Timmy's Scrapbook

All the nursery pals put together scrapbooks of their most precious childhood memories.

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

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 5 - No Parking

Mr Bean takes his teddy to the cinema but has trouble finding a parking space.

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

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 6 - Bean's Bounty

A local archaeology dig inspires Mr Bean to go hunting for treasure.

U&Dave channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

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

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 6:20pm (repeat)
Casino Royale. Image shows left to right: Evelyn Tremble (James Bond - 007) (Peter Sellers), Vesper Lynd (007) (Ursula Andress). Credit: Columbia Pictures

Casino Royale

Extravagant 007 spoof in which Sir James Bond is brought out of retirement to save the world from criminal organisation SMERSH.

CITV 6:45pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

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

U&W channel logo 7pm (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)

My Family

A selection of episodes from the first series of the BBC One sitcom.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 7:15pm (repeat)
Johnny English Strikes Again. Johnny English (Rowan Atkinson). Copyright: Working Title Films

Johnny English Strikes Again

Third spy film starring Rowan Atkinson as bumbling agent Johnny English.

BBC Two 7:40pm (repeat)
The Perfect Morecambe & Wise. Image shows from L to R: Eric Morecambe, Ernie Wise. Copyright: BBC

The Perfect Morecambe & Wise

Episode 2

Eric and Ernie have a wardrobe malfunction, team up for an unusual game of table football and Eric annoys Ernie by eating crisps in bed. Dame Shirley Bassey performs Smoke Gets In Your Eyes.

U&Yesterday channel logo 8pm (repeat)
One Foot In The Grave. Image shows from L to R: Margaret Meldrew (Annette Crosbie), Victor Meldrew (Richard Wilson). Copyright: BBC

One Foot In The Grave

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

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
Rob And Romesh Vs. Image shows from L to R: Kevin Pietersen, Rob Beckett, Romesh Ranganathan. Copyright: CPL Productions

Rob And Romesh Vs

Series 2, Episode 3 - Cricket: South Africa

The pair head off to Cape Town to follow the England cricket team on their first meaningful tour since they were crowned world champions.

U&Dave channel logo 8pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lee (Lee Mack), Lucy (Sally Bretton). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

A selection of episodes from the sixth series of the Lee Mack sitcom.

Talking Pictures TV 9pm (repeat)
The Green Man. Harry Hawkins (Alastair Sim)

The Green Man

A hapless vacuum cleaner salesman stumbles upon a professional hitman's plot to kill a leading public figure.

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

The Catherine Tate Show

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

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
All Round To Mrs. Brown's. Image shows from L to R: John Barrowman, Danny O'Donoghue, Marion Barrowman, Cathy Brown (Jennifer Gibney), Mrs Brown (Brendan O'Carroll), John Barrowman, Caitlyn Jenner

All Round To Mrs. Brown's

Series 4, Episode 1

Kicking off the new series, Agnes and Cathy welcome global icon Caitlyn Jenner, star of stage and screen John Barrowman and his larger than life parents plus music and chat from frontman Danny O'Donoghue, and The Script.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm (repeat)
Two Doors Down. Image shows from L to R: Beth (Arabella Weir), Eric (Alex Norton)

Two Doors Down

Series 5, Episode 1 - Veggie Curry

Beth is cooking up a storm, making a veggie curry to celebrate Ian and Gordon's anniversary.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 9:30pm
45 min
The John Bishop Show. Sarah Millican

The John Bishop Show

Series 1, Episode 1

John Bishop is joined tonight by Sarah Millican and actor James Nesbitt.

Radio 4 9:45pm (repeat)
Sandi Toksvig

Sandi Toksvig's Hygge

Series 2, Episode 2 - Gina Miller

Joining Sandi Toksvig in her cosy log cabin today is campaigner and wealth consultant Gina Miller.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
Men Behaving Badly. Image shows from L to R: Gary Strang (Martin Clunes), Dorothy (Caroline Quentin), Tony Smart (Neil Morrissey), Deborah (Leslie Ash). Copyright: Hartswood Films Ltd

Men Behaving Badly

A selection of episodes from the fourth series of the laddish sitcom.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Romesh Ranganathan. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 15, Highlights Special

The traditional look back at the episodes just gone, and some of best moments that Rom, Jamie, Freddie and their guests have endured.

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (repeat)
Sarah Millican: Chatterbox Live. Sarah Millican. Copyright: On The Box Productions

Sarah Millican: Chatterbox Live

TV edit of Sarah Millican's top-selling stand-up show, Chatterbox.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Angela Barnes, Hugh Dennis, Nigel Ng. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 19, Episode 1

Dara O Briain returns with another look at the week's news, with guests Tom Allen, Angela Barnes, Rhys James, Nigel Ng and Athena Kugblenu joining Dara and regular panelist Hugh Dennis.

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

Chain Reaction

Series 1, Episode 2 - Jimmy Carr interviews Matt Lucas

Jimmy Carr talks to Matt Lucas about Shooting Stars, Little Britain and his ambition to open a chocolate shop.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Ida Barr - Artificial Hip Hop. Ida Barr (Christopher Green). Copyright: BBC

Ida Barr - Artificial Hip Hop

Episode 4 - Transparency

Music hall singer Ida Barr investigates the theme of 'transparency' blending together music-hall and hip-hop.

Talking Pictures TV 10:35pm (repeat)
Spanish Fly. Image shows from L to R: Mike Scott (Leslie Phillips), Julie (Roswicha Honczar). Copyright: Impact Quadrant-Quadrant Films

Spanish Fly

Mediterranean comedy following businessman Mike Scott and former school-mate Sir Percy de Courcy, finding a way to flog some horrendous local wine.

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
BBC Four 10:40pm (repeat)
Peter Cook. Copyright: BBC

Parkinson: The Interviews - Peter Cook

The chat show host recalls memorable moments from his encounters with Peter Cook.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:45pm (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Paperback Hell

Episode 4, Ensign Mandalay's Hat: Spoof literary series by Danny Robins and Dan Tetsell, featuring chapters from imaginary novel Ensign Mandalay's Hat.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Will Smith

Mr And Mrs Smith

Episode 1 - The Dinner Party

Will and Annabelle throw a disastrous dinner party. The quarrelling couple tell their counsellor Guy all about the event, with flashbacks to the dinner party itself.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm (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 third series.

U&Dave channel logo 11:20pm (repeat)
QI Logo. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series H, Episode 3 - Hoaxes

With Danny Baker, Sean Lock and David Mitchell.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Sami Shah

A Beginner's Guide To Pakistan

Episode 1

Award-winning comedian and author Sami Shah travels to Birmingham to present a short guide to his home country of Pakistan. Sami looks at the country's political history, from its foundations in British-ruled India right up to the present day.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 11:45pm (repeat)
Who Runs The World?. Elizabeth Caproni

Who Runs The World?

Episode 1

Nicola Sturgeon addresses the nation. Lorraine Kelly heats things up in the kitchen. Ruth Davidson reveals the secret to her dazzling smile and Kim K swoops in to defend Wee Jean.

Comedy Central Midnight (repeat)
Guessable?. Image shows from L to R: Susie Dent, Alan Davies, Russell Kane. Copyright: Tuesday's Child

Guessable?

Series 2, Episode 8

Sara Pascoe, alongside team captains Alan Davies and Darren Harriott, welcome Susie Dent, Nick Helm, Russell Kane and Desiree Burch into the loft to play an array of guessing games.

Comedy Central Extra Midnight (repeat)
Michael McIntyre: Live & Laughing. Michael McIntyre. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Michael McIntyre: Live & Laughing

A TV broadcast of Michael McIntyre's sell-out 2008 stand-up show which cemented the comic's status as one of the UK's top stand-up stars.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight
60 min version
(repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Alexander Armstrong

Have I Got News For You

Series 54, Episode 1

Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Alexander Armstrong and guest panellists Roisin Conaty and James O'Brien.

Radio 4 12:15am (repeat)
Lazy Susan: East Coast Listening Post. Image shows from L to R: Jenna (Freya Parker), Eric (David Elms), Dana (Celeste Dring). Copyright: BBC

Lazy Susan: East Coast Listening Post

Series 2, Episode 1 - Skull Run

American reporters and sisters, Jenna and Dana Johnson, return to the UK to investigate the people of Great Britain. This week Jenna and Dana meet Rhodri Williams from the village of Tregafr, who is defending his right to take part in an ancient Welsh tradition known as Ras y Benglog or The Skull Run.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 12:25am (repeat)
Plebs. Image shows from L to R: Lepidus (Danny Webb), Grumio (Ryan Sampson). Copyright: RISE Films

Plebs

Series 5, Episode 7 - The New Flat

The boys face uncertainty when Landlord evicts them without notice from their flat. Marcus hopes his parents, who are visiting for the weekend, will help him onto the property ladder. But his dad has other plans for their savings. Jason's smooth-talking lands him a cushy job as an estate agent.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40am (repeat)
Bob Monkhouse... The Million Joke Man. Copyright: Rain Media Entertainment

Bob Monkhouse... The Million Joke Man

Episode 2 - The King Of The Gameshows

Paul O'Grady looks at Bob Monkhouse's career during the 1970s and 1980s, with the help of rare and often previously unseen archive.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 12:55am (repeat)
Plebs. Esquilinus (Tim Downie). Copyright: RISE Films

Plebs

Series 5, Episode 8 - The Wedding

Jason's brother Darius is getting married and Marcus desperately wants to hire out the Crown and Toga for the occasion, while Grumio offers his services as wedding planner. But their plans are threatened when they find out that Darius is a serial jilter. Elsewhere, Marcus clashes with their lazy postman.

Comedy Central 1am (repeat)
Guessable?. Henning Wehn. Copyright: Tuesday's Child

Guessable?

Series 2, Episode 9

Katherine Ryan, Jordan North, Henning Wehn and Olga Koch join team captains Alan Davies and Darren Harriott, with host Sara Pascoe overseeing proceedings.

Comedy Central Extra 1am (repeat)
Channel Hopping With Jon Richardson. Image shows from L to R: Judi Love, Jon Richardson, Rosie Jones. Copyright: Rumpus Media

Channel Hopping With Jon Richardson

Series 2, Episode 5

Jon gives his take on the world's wildest TV, with Rosie Jones and regular guest Judi Love. Featuring poverty porn game show Repo Games, sex education shows, and South Korean TV.

U&Dave channel logo 1am (repeat)
Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish. Dave Gorman

Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish

Series 3, Episode 1 - Why Are There Still Chickens?

Dave Gorman flips his lid and his laptop open to ponder modern life. Dave conducts a live experiment with over a thousand eggs!

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 1:30am (repeat)
Don't Hate The Playaz. Image shows left to right: Jess Robinson, Lisa Maffia, Darren Harriott, Lady Leshurr, Shortee Blitz, Jordan Stephens, Amelia Dimoldenberg, London Hughes, Maya Jama, Milena Sanchez, Rickie Haywood-Williams, Tolani Shoneye, Audrey Indome

Don't Hate The Playaz

Series 1, Episode 2

Maya Jama, London Hughes, Ricky Haywood Williams and The Receipts Podcast go up against Lady Leshurr, Darren Harriott, Jess Robinson and Lisa Maffia. They go head to head in rap battles, dance-offs and hip hop karaoke challenges.

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Men Behaving Badly

Series 4, Episode 1 - Babies

Gary and Dorothy consider the prospect of a baby.

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On The Buses

Series 5, Episode 7 - Canteen Trouble

Canteen girl Suzy is very good to Stan and Jack when over-serving their meals, and under-charging! Naturally this upsets Blakey, who is determined to beat Jack and Stan at their own game...

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Channel Hopping With Jon Richardson

Series 2, Episode 6

Jon gives his take on the world's wildest TV, with Suzi Ruffell and Judi Love. Featuring US reality show Best Funeral Ever, Suzi's TV obsession, and a televisual trip to Egypt.

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The Penny Dreadfuls Present...

Richard III Rebothered, Episode 1 - The Penny Dreadfuls Present: Richard III Rebothered

The story of how, through the invention of the printing press, the honest and loyal Richard III became the first victim of fake news and how a dynasty was built on a foundation of lies by Henry Tudor, the world's first spin-doctor.

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Citizen Khan

Series 2, Episode 1 - Alia's College

When Alia fails her exams, Mr Khan endeavours to get her into a good school, one way or another.

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Live At The Apollo

Series 14, Episode 1 - Ellie Taylor, Fin Taylor, Tez Ilyas

The first episode of the series is hosted by the wonderfully witty star of BBC Two's The Mash Report, Ellie Taylor, who introduces rising comedy star Fin Taylor and the provocative Tez Ilyas to the stage.

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CelebAbility

Series 1, Episode 2

This week, celebs Laura Whitmore, Louis Smith, Stephanie Pratt, Sair Khan and Ed Gamble join forces. Ensuring everyone is playing by the book is official adjudicator Marek Larwood.

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Citizen Khan

Series 2, Episode 2 - Naani's Day Out

Mr Khan is off to meet the mosque manager, whom he expects will finally get him onto the mosque committee. He's also keen to get Naani back to Pakistan as soon as possible.

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Facts And Fancies. Armando Iannucci

Facts And Fancies

Episode 1 - A Switch In Time

Tackling time-wasting and greetings cards, the producer, writer and performer presents his own collection of humorous essays.

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Mock The Week

Series 19, Episode 1

Dara O Briain returns with another look at the week's news, with guests Tom Allen, Angela Barnes, Rhys James, Nigel Ng and Athena Kugblenu joining Dara and regular panelist Hugh Dennis.

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Delve Special

Series 1, Episode 1 - The Shifton Scandal, Part 1

Stephen Fry plays spoof undercover investigative reporter David Lander, who begins a four-part expose into irregularities over plans to site a new London airport near Birmingham. With serious allegations aimed at a multi-national giant - what exactly has the government's role been in the plans to demolish the town? And exactly who is the shifty Mr Browncoat?

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Father Ted

Series 3, Episode 5 - Escape From Victory

Once again, Ted's at war with Father Dick Byrne. This time, they've got rival teams in the All Priests Over 75 Indoor 5-A-Side Football Challenge, and Ted's star player has died. It looks like a forefeit is on the cards for Crilly.

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Men Behaving Badly

Series 4, Episode 2 - Infidelity

Gary is determined to find out is Dorothy is two-timing him.

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Chain Reaction

Series 1, Episode 1 - Jenny Eclair interviews Jimmy Carr

Acerbic wit Jenny Eclair interviews prolific gag merchant Jimmy Carr.

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Famalam

Series 1, Episode 1

Watch the latest edition of William and Funke's over-raunchy morning chat show, and learn the secrets voodoo skills of Croydon's leading witch doctor Professor Lofuko.

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