British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Wednesday 23rd February 2022

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 2:15pm
45 min
Shakespeare & Hathaway - Private Investigators

Shakespeare & Hathaway - Private Investigators

Series 4, Episode 8 - And Rarest Parts

Frank and Lu investigate a case of paranormal activity when they're approached by a wealthy member of the local trainspotting community.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 1, Episode 3 - Expansion Plans

Looking to improve the shop's efficiency and profits, Michael hires a junior stylist. At first, Desmond doesn't take too kindly to what he sees as his "replacement" - but perhaps the young man isn't too bad, really.

U&Dave channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Taskmaster. Image shows from L to R: Tim Vine, Alex Horne. Copyright: Avalon Television

Taskmaster

Series 6, Episode 5 - H.

As the series nears the halfway point, the five comic contestants grow ever more eager to lay their hands on the coveted Taskmaster trophy. Asim Chaudhry has fun with drain pipes, Tim Vine gets stuck in a tunnel and, dissatisfied with his charge's performance, Greg Davies gives Alex Horne a sharp telling off in front of everyone.

Radio 4 6:30pm (repeat)
Conversations From A Long Marriage. Image shows from L to R: Wife (Joanna Lumley), Husband (Roger Allam). Copyright: BBC

Conversations From A Long Marriage

Series 1, Episode 4 - Let's Spend The Night Together

On a long car journey, the couple reminisce about their first meeting and a long-held secret is revealed.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:35pm (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 5, Episode 13 - Time On My Hands

The platoon jump to arms when a German pilot ejects from his plane and gets his parachute caught on the front of Walmington Town Hall, grapsing to the clock face for dear life. Their attempts to disentagle and capture him do not go to plan.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:15pm (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 6, Episode 1 - The Deadly Attachment

It is the day the men have been waiting for. When they are asked to watch the crew of a U Boat, they get the chance to meet some Germans face-to-face. But the German Captain has plans to escape, and some names on his list.

U&Dave channel logo 7:40pm (repeat)
Room 101. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 3, Episode 7 - Charles Dance, Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen, Andi Osho

Actor Charles Dance, TV presenter Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen and stand-up Andi Osho attempt to deposit beige, people who make up rules in Monopoly, and George Osborne into Room 101.

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

dinnerladies

Series 2, Episode 4 - Fog

An escaped prisoner causes worry for the canteen staff, and Bren tries to hide her fear of needles when a blood donor team arrive at the factory, causing much speculation as to whether she's pregnant.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
There's Something About Movies. Image shows from L to R: Tom Allen, Jennifer Saunders

There's Something About Movies

Series 4, Episode 3

Alan Carr hosts the comedy panel show, with Jennifer Saunders and guest team captain Rafe Spall welcoming guests Mark Strong, Claudia Winkleman and Romesh Ranganathan.

U&Dave channel logo 8:20pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: John Simm, David Mitchell, Gabby Logan, Rob Brydon, Chris McCausland, Lee Mack, Angela Scanlon. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 13, Episode 1

David Mitchell and Lee Mack are joined by guest panellists Gabby Logan, Chris McCausland, Angela Scanlon and John Simm, hoping to hoodwink their opponents with absurd facts and plausible lies about themselves. Rob Brydon hosts.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (repeat)
dinnerladies. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Anne Reid), Stan (Duncan Preston), Brenda (Victoria Wood), Twinkle (Maxine Peake), Dolly (Thelma Barlow), Tony (Andrew Dunn), Anita (Shobna Gulati). Copyright: Good Fun / Pozzitive Productions

dinnerladies

Series 2, Episode 5 - Gamble

Tony and Bren arrive at work together, causing much scandalous rumour amongst the girls. And a bet they'll "get it on" before Christmas.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
Bloods. Image shows from L to R: Maleek (Samson Kayo), Crackhead John (Dustin Demri-Burns), Wendy (Jane Horrocks). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Bloods

Series 1, Episode 1 - Partners

Spiky South London boy Maleek is not impressed by new partner Wendy, a middle-aged divorcee who's just moved to the capital. Pining for his old partner Kevin, he struggles to guide her through the mean streets. Team leader Jo tries to flirt with grieving widower Lawrence but is caught out by a major pile-up.

BBC One Wales. Copyright: BBC 9pm
30 min
The Tuckers

The Tuckers

Series 2, Episode 5 - Weighty Affairs

Glyn has to lose weight fast and Murphy offers advice. Bobby helps Natalie move house with dire consequences. And Peggy is worried about Dai's health.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series K, Episode 12 - Knights And Knaves

With Victoria Coren Mitchell, Sue Perkins & the Rev. Richard Coles.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (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

Series 5, Episode 4 - Your Mate V Your Bird

When three becomes a crowd, Gary is forced to choose between Dorothy and Tony.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 9:30pm (repeat)
Bloods. Image shows from L to R: Maleek (Samson Kayo), Phil (Matthew Holness), Wendy (Jane Horrocks). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Bloods

Series 1, Episode 2 - Air Ambulance

Maleek reveals his dream of a job in the helicopter service, after meeting arrogant air ambulance paramedic Phil. Wendy pushes Maleek to use this new connection but ends up making an unwanted connection of her own. Hot-headed newbie Kareshma is paired with cautious veteran Gary for her first shift. Jo uses self-defence training to get Lawrence's attention.

BBC Three 9:50pm
Zen Motoring

Zen Motoring

Episode 2 - Pigeon

While running errands, Ogmios meets an unexpected guest in need of help. Together they face the grimy streets.

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

Series 5, Episode 5 - Cardigan

Gary feels middle-aged when Deborah starts hanging out with her new student friends. Then, to cap it all, he gets mistaken for George at the office.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
Yonderland. Image shows from L to R: Ben Willbond, Laurence Rickard, Jim Howick. Copyright: Working Title Films

Yonderland

Series 1, Episode 5 - Closing The Portal

Debbie has had enough of the quests and wants her life back, to concentrate on her family, not being The Chosen One.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 10pm
60 min
Frayed. Image shows from L to R: Rufus (Robert Webb), Sammy Burbeck (Sarah Kendall)

Frayed

Series 2, Episode 1

Having escaped from her native Australia, Sammy's situation is barely improved. Now living in a tiny London flat while frantically trying to prove that her lawyer has stolen her house, she's barely able to make ends meet working in 'exhaust management' (read: working as a secretary in a muffler repair shop).

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
The Office. Image shows from L to R: David Brent (Ricky Gervais), Gareth Keenan (Mackenzie Crook), Tim Canterbury (Martin Freeman). Copyright: BBC

The Office

Series 2, Episode 2

Staff appraisals cue secret confessions - Tim still harbours dreams of returning to university to study psychology, while Dawn reveals she always wanted to be a children's illustrator. Keith on the other hand reveals only the immense vacuity of his mind.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Outsiders. Image shows from L to R: Kerry Godliman, Toussaint Douglass. Copyright: Renegade Pictures

Outsiders

Series 1, Episode 3

It's the Outsiders' third day living together in the wild. The competition is hotting up as the teams compete for three new badges - camouflage, inventing a camp flag, and composing an anthem, while David Mitchell hovers over proceedings.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 10:30pm (repeat)
Yonderland. Simon Farnaby. Copyright: Working Title Films

Yonderland

Series 1, Episode 6 - The Idiot King

Debbie and Negatus meet face-to-face for the first time while camping in the forest.

BBC Three 10:30pm (repeat)
This Country. Image shows from L to R: Reverend Francis Seaton (Paul Chahidi), Kerry Mucklowe (Daisy May Cooper). Copyright: BBC

This Country

Series 2, Episode 1 - Random Acts Of Kindness

Kerry has turned over a new leaf and is trying to give back to her community. Meanwhile, Kerry's cousin Kurtan is coming to terms with his decision not to go to Swindon College - and is struggling to get back in to the swing of village life.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40pm (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, Episode 3 - Amy

Over-excited by the appearance of a lesbian couple in their building, Lee and Tim ask them over for dinner, little realising that their adolescent attempt to get their jollies will backfire when Lucy discovers a side to herself that she never knew existed.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 11pm (repeat)
Dating No Filter

Dating No Filter

Series 2, Episode 2

Kyle and Aziza get their motors running as they head on a fast-paced first date on the go kart track. Will they burn rubber or crash out? Then Hayler and Taylor go back to basics when they head out on a foraging date. Will they find more than just mushrooms and berries in the woods?

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Image shows from L to R: Ian Hislop, Maisie Adam, David Mitchell, Rory Stewart, Paul Merton

Have I Got News For You

Series 58, Episode 6

Guest host David Mitchell is joined by panellists comedian Maisie Adam and former MP Rory Stewart, plus Ian and Paul.

BBC Three 11pm (repeat)
This Country. Image shows from L to R: Mandy Harris (Ashley McGuire), Lee 'Kurtan' Mucklowe (Charlie Cooper), Kerry Mucklowe (Daisy May Cooper). Copyright: BBC

This Country

Series 2, Episode 2 - Threatening Letters

Kerry starts to receive some threatening letters that cause her to feel unsettled within the village. Thankfully, Kerry's neighbour, 'Big' Mandy Harris, is on hand to help and advise. Kurtan takes a labouring job with Kerry's father, Martin, and learns some invaluable life lessons.

Radio 4 11pm
15 min
Bunk Bed

Bunk Bed

Series 8, Episode 7

Patrick and Peter discuss fear of death on a scale of 1 to10, and enjoy a ghostly visitation from the extraordinary voice of a king of silent film comedy, Buster Keaton.

Radio 4 11:15pm
15 min
Chris Neill

Raging Enigma

Episode 1 - Time And Time Again

On a flat roof above suburban south London, Chris Neill is joined by Isy Suttie and Martin Hyder, hacking back the undergrowth of his life for the comedy stories buried within.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20pm (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell), Dobby (Isy Suttie), Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 8, Episode 2 - Business Secrets Of The Pharaohs

Mark gets a lucky break when his book, Business Secrets of The Pharaohs, is accepted by a 'publisher'. And Jeremy, in an attempt to kick-start a career for himself, enrols on a life coaching course.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 11:30pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: Jamie Redknapp, Romesh Ranganathan. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Road Trip: Loch Ness To London, Highlights Special - Best Bits

Highlights of Jamie Redknapp, Freddie Flintoff and Romesh Ranganathan's adventure from the Highlands to the English capital.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 11:40pm (repeat)
Paul Sinha's TV Showdown. Image shows from L to R: Katherine Ryan, Fay Ripley

Paul Sinha's TV Showdown

Series 2, Episode 1

The Chase star, stand-up and trivia genius Paul Sinha returns with the comedy quiz show, as team captains Fay Ripley and Rob Beckett are joined by guests Katherine Ryan, Denise Lewis, Gregg Wallace and Big Zuu to test their TV knowledge.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:55pm (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell), Dobby (Isy Suttie), Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 8, Episode 3 - The Love Bunker

Simon, Dobby's ex-boyfriend, invites Mark, Dobby, Jeremy and Superhans to join him and his friends for a paintballing weekend. Mark is convinced that Simon is using the weekend as a cover to get back with Dobby, and Jeremy is convinced he can life coach Neil, Simon's best friend.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight (repeat)
Comedians Giving Lectures. Image shows from L to R: Sara Pascoe, Chris McCausland, Sophie Duker, Ellie Taylor. Copyright: 12 Yard Productions

Comedians Giving Lectures

Series 2, Episode 5

Sara Pascoe is joined by Ellie Taylor, Sophie Duker and Chris McCausland.

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