British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Thursday 18th August 2022

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (repeat)
Are You Being Served?. Image shows from L to R: Mrs. Betty Slocombe (Mollie Sugden), Miss Shirley Brahms (Wendy Richard), Mr. Dick Lucas (Trevor Bannister), Mr. Cuthbert Rumbold (Nicholas Smith), Mr. Mash (Larry Martyn), Mr. Ernest Grainger (Arthur Brough), Mr. Wilberforce Humphries (John Inman), Captain Stephen Peacock (Frank Thornton). Copyright: BBC

Are You Being Served?

Series 10, Episode 5 - The Night Club

When Mr. Grace gives the staff permission to use the shop floor for a business after hours, they decide to establish a classy night club. Before they can open, they opt to film an advert to be shown in the local cinema.

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

Taskmaster

Series 6, Episode 1 - The Old Soft Curved Padlock

So, Taskmaster Greg Davies is back with his assistant Alex Horne to challenge five brave comics to take on his tricky tasks. First: wheelbarrow stunts, lemon towers and a big wardrobe in a field.

Radio 4 6:30pm (repeat)
Michael Spicer: Before Next Door. Image shows left to right: Michael (Michael Spicer), Ellie Taylor

Michael Spicer: Before Next Door

Series 1, Episode 1 - Marketing Genius

The neurotic part-time comedian finally wins acclaim for his Room Next Door videos. But can he cash in or will his ambitions ever overcome his social anxiety and self doubt?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:40pm (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 4 - Getting The Bird

Jones is running low on meat, but Walker claims that he can get some for him. But surely a massive drop in Trafalgar Square's pigeon population cannot go unnoticed? Meanwhile, Sergeat Wilson has gone AWOL.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20pm (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 5 - The Desperate Drive Of Corporal Jones

When the platoon go on an exercise, Jones and Godfrey make a mistake with the map reference and send half of the men to the wrong spot. The spot that Mainwaring goes to just happens to be the target for some 25-pounders.

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

Room 101

Series 2, Episode 8 - Craig Revel Horwood, Sheila Hancock, Jon Richardson

Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood, actress Sheila Hancock and comedian Jon Richardson wish to banish people who tell jokes all the time, ladies' toilets and friends who get into relationships.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (repeat)
Miranda. Image shows left to right: Miranda (Miranda Hart), Dick Twist (Jason Watkins)

Miranda

Series 3, Episode 1 - It Was Panning

Penny is threatening to cancel Miranda's Christmas if she doesn't sort her life out...

U&Dave channel logo 8:20pm (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?

Series 7, Highlights Special - The Unseen Bits

Rob Brydon, Lee Mack and David Mitchell return for an episode of previously unseen material from the comedy panel show.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (repeat)
Miranda. Image shows from L to R: Tilly (Sally Phillips), Gary (Tom Ellis), Stevie (Sarah Hadland), Miranda (Miranda Hart), Penny (Patricia Hodge), Clive (James Holmes). Copyright: BBC

Miranda

Series 2, Episode 6 - The Perfect Christmas

Miranda tries to have the perfect Christmas in the final episode of the comedy series but, with a mum and dad like hers, it's not easy.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 9pm
30 min
Code 404. DCS Dennett (Rosie Cavaliero)

Code 404

Series 3, Episode 5

Finally, Chalmers, the former Police Commissioner who has plagued Major since the day he was reanimated, faces trial. While Major's busy testifying, Carver's running out of time to decipher the latest clue and save the killer's next target.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 9pm
60 min
A League Of Their Own. Jo Brand. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 17, Episode 1

Joining the boys this week are West Ham and England midfielder Declan Rice, comedians Josh Widdicombe and Jo Brand and BBC Radio 1's Jordan North. Together, they'll put Declan's first touch to the ultimate test, walk on flaming hot coals and even perform a hip hop classic with Rice as frontman.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Cariad Lloyd, Sandi Toksvig, Sarah Millican, Alice Levine. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series O, Episode 11 - Objects And Ornaments

Sandi Toksvig looks at some Objects And Ornaments. Along the way, you'll discover where you can find an actual UFO, and meet the world's best-dressed crab. With Sarah Millican, Alice Levine and Cariad Lloyd.

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

Series 2, Episode 3

Antony's got a new girlfriend from a comparitively posh part of town, and she's even got her own car. Meanwhile, Jim's in a mood at the thought of a week with Nana as she convalesces from a cataract operation.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 9:30pm
30 min
Code 404. DI John Major (Daniel Mays)

Code 404

Series 3, Episode 6

Time is running out as suspicions run wild within SIU. Now Carver must clear Major's name and put a stop to the killer before they enact their final revenge. But who can Carver trust? And who will outwit who in the final chapter of this deadly game?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (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

Series 2, Episode 4

Nana's asleep on the sofa, and - surprise, surprise - Jim's in a foul mood again. Antony's love life could already be on the rocks, and next door, Cheryl's joined Weight Watchers.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 10pm
30 min
Edinburgh Unlocked. Mark Nelson

Edinburgh Unlocked

Series 2, Episode 2

Jamie MacDonald searches out another impressive show at the Fringe, and finds out it's something he has always wanted to give a go, with varied results. Eunice Olumide takes time away from being a debut comedian to meet other performers with interesting day jobs.

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
The Tuckers. Image shows from L to R: Glyn Tucker (Steve Speirs), Murphy (Robert Pugh)

The Tuckers

Series 1, Episode 5

Murphy falls ill and has to stay in Glyn's bed. On doctor's orders. A war between the two men ensues.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Hugh Dennis. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 19, Episode 3

As Britain heads back into lockdown, Maisie Adam, Ed Byrne, Ed Gamble, Sukh Ojla and Mark Simmons join Dara and Hugh to look at what is going on.

BBC Three 10pm (repeat)
People Just Do Nothing. Image shows from L to R: Fantasy (Marvin Jay Alvarez), Decoy (Daniel Sylvester Woolford), Steves (Steve Stamp), Grindah (Allan Mustafa), Beats (Hugo Chegwin), Chabuddy G (Asim Chaudhry). Copyright: Roughcut Television

People Just Do Nothing

Series 4, Episode 1 - Slipping

Grindah and Steves's non stop bender starts to grate on the rest of Kurupt FM. Meanwhile Miche is thriving.

BBC Three 10:30pm (repeat)
People Just Do Nothing. Steves (Steve Stamp). Copyright: Roughcut Television

People Just Do Nothing

Series 4, Episode 2 - Rivalries

Rivalries boil following Grindah's departure, and a reluctant Beats is left to deal with the escalating beef with Kold FM.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Kevin Bridges, Alistair McGowan, Reginald D Hunter. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 5, Episode 6 - Alistair McGowan, Reginald D Hunter and Kevin Bridges

Stand-up comedy from the world-famous Hammersmith Apollo. The nation's favourite impressionist, Alistair McGowan, introduces guest appearances from young Scottish comedy prodigy Kevin Bridges and acclaimed comic Reginald D Hunter.

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (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?

Series 3, Episode 7

Joining David this week are Olympic cyclist Sir Chris Hoy and impressionist Ronni Ancona. Teaming up with Lee are comedian and author Danny Wallace and sports presenter Gabby Logan.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 11pm (repeat)
Rob And Romesh Vs. Image shows from L to R: Rob Beckett, Romesh Ranganathan. Copyright: CPL Productions

Rob And Romesh Vs

Series 1, Episode 2 - The NFL

As Super Bowl fever takes over the world, Rob and Romesh go on a mission to learn all about America's best loved sport.

U&Dave channel logo 11:20pm (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?

Series 3, Episode 8

Talking 'porkies' this week are fashionista Trinny Woodall, Psychoville star Reece Shearsmith, West End star Michael Ball and acerbic critic and TV presenter Charlie Brooker.

Radio 4 11:30pm (repeat)
Phil Hammond

Dr Phil's Bedside Manner

Episode 3

Dr Phil Hammond visits and performs for the staff and patients at the Royal United Hospital in Bath.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40pm (repeat)
Miranda. Image shows left to right: Miranda (Miranda Hart), Dick Twist (Jason Watkins)

Miranda

Series 3, Episode 1 - It Was Panning

Penny is threatening to cancel Miranda's Christmas if she doesn't sort her life out...

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky Midnight (repeat)
Never Mind The Buzzcocks. Image shows from L to R: Shaun Ryder, Daisy May Cooper, Mark Berry

Never Mind The Buzzcocks

Series 29, Episode 7

You're twisting my melon, man! Greg, Daisy, Noel and Jamali have their hands full this week as former Happy Mondays members Shaun Ryder and Bez join the musical fun, along with comedian Desiree Burch.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight (repeat)
Mock The Week. Thanyia Moore. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 19, Episode 4

With Angela Barnes, Milton Jones, Thanyia Moore, Tom Allen and Ed Byrne.

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