British Comedy Guide

Schedule Thursday 8th December 2022

ITVX logo. Copyright: ITV 6am
85 min
Plebs. Image shows left to right: Grumio (Ryan Sampson), Aurelius (Tom Basden), Marcus (Tom Rosenthal), Jason (Jon Pointing). Credit: RISE Films

Plebs

Special - Soldiers Of Rome

Marcus, Grumio, Jason and Aurelius join the army in peace-time, hoping to win respect, romance and discounts at participating restaurants. But when war's declared, they're sent to fight on the front line for a cause they don't believe in. Now their main interest is the struggle for survival.

Talking Pictures TV 6:55am (repeat)
Johnny Frenchman. Image shows from L to R: Yan Kervarec (Paul Dupuis), Sue Pomeroy (Patricia Roc). Copyright: Ealing Studios

Johnny Frenchman

Comedy drama following a Cornish fishing community and its relationship with its French rivals.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7am (repeat)
Still Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Mavis (Maggie Ollerenshaw), Granville (David Jason)

Still Open All Hours

Series 6, Christmas Special

Granville tries to put the magic back into Christmas but things don't always go according to plan and people keep disappearing - although the nation's favourite grocer might have one last trick he can perform successfully, if he can find a glamorous assistant.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7am (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep

Shaun The Sheep

Adventures From Mossy Bottom, Episode 6 - CSI Mossy

Shaun and Bitzer hunt for a whistle thief on the farm.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:10am (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 22 - Happy Boom Day!

Danger Mouse's plan to hold a surprise party for Professor Squawkencluck is undone when the Baron releases killer birthday presents into the world.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:20am (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 22 - Do Good Dennis

Dennis and Gnasher accidentally do good deeds for the people of Beanotown.

U&Drama channel logo 7:30am (repeat)
'Allo 'Allo!. Image shows from L to R: Edith Melba Artois (Carmen Silvera), René François Artois (Gorden Kaye), Yvette Carte-Blanche (Vicki Michelle). Copyright: BBC

'Allo 'Allo!

Series 7, Episode 10 - René Of The Gypsies

With ice cream banned throughout Nouvion, Michelle's next attempt to rescue the airmen involves holding a gypsy fair in the town square. Unfortunately, a black cat throws a spanner in the works, and the resistance are forced to hold the event themselves.

CITV 7:30am (repeat)
Lloyd Of The Flies. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Lloyd Of The Flies

Episode 7 - Ripe For Development

Lloyd hears that Berry is moving into his own place, and to avoid looking immature by comparison, Lloyd finds himself caught up in a spiralling series of lies as he tries to convince everyone that he's moving into a luxurious giant mango in the big bin.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Hazelbeach. Ronnie Hazelbeach (Jamie Foreman). Copyright: BBC

Hazelbeach

Series 2, Episode 5

Ronnie has a close encounter in Hull and Nick invents a new sport.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:35am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 41 - Bishop Rock Lighthouse, Isles Of Scilly

It's a dark night and Glitch is flying his Grim HQ over the sea around the Isles of Scilly.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:45am (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 3, Episode 4

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

CITV 7:45am (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 2, Episode 34 - Be More Unicorn

Dave orders a water pistol with his birthday money, but he is sent a Happy Sparkle unicorn toy instead - will it bring joy and sparkle into his grumpy world?

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8am (repeat)
Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Series 3, Christmas Special - Timmy's Christmas Surprise

It's Christmas Eve and Timmy and his friends are very excited. But a blizzard outside means that everyone is going to have to have a sleepover at the nursery.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
The Burkiss Way. Copyright: BBC

The Burkiss Way

Series 2, Episode 12 - Become A Rock Star The Burkiss Way

Starting at the end, this show is brought to you in reverse order.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8:05am (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 3, Episode 4 - Of Mice And Women

When Jo spots a mouse scurrying across her bedroom floor, it provides Robin with the perfect excuse to try to spend some time with Chrissy. Mr Roper's quite pleased, too!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
The Older Woman

The Older Woman

Episode 2.4: Roy struggles to win Jane's heart, from the vantage point of a caravan parked obstinately in her garden.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:35am (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 3, Episode 6

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 8:35am (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 3, Episode 5 - Somebody Out There Likes Me

Flowers, and later a large box of chocolates, arrive for Chrissy, "from an admirer". She's uncomfortable with the unidentified attention and gives them to Mildred; George is more than a little bit jealous.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:35am (repeat)
Justin's House. Image shows from L to R: Justin (Justin Fletcher), Little Monster, Robert the Robert (Steven Kynman). Copyright: BBC

Justin's House

Series 4, Episode 5 - Robot Day

Things soon turn messy when Justin surprises Robert and insists on giving his best robot friend a special day to remember for 'Robot Day'.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
The Unbelievable Truth. David Mitchell. Copyright: BBC / Random Entertainment

The Unbelievable Truth

Series 22, Episode 1

David Mitchell returns with the comedy panel show, with Richard Osman, Holly Walsh, Luisa Omielan and Jack Dee taking part in the first edition, as they lie on the subjects of mice, Las Vegas, Beyonce and rubbish.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:25am (repeat)
Citizen Khan. Image shows from L to R: Alia (Bhavna Limbachia), Mr Khan (Adil Ray), Shazia (Maya Sondhi), Amjad (Abdullah Afzal), Mrs Khan (Shobu Kapoor). Copyright: BBC

Citizen Khan

Series 3, Christmas Special - A Khan Family Christmas

It's Christmas Eve, ten months after Shazia and Amjad's wedding. Mr Khan is feeling extremely festive.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:30am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 3, Episode 20 - More About On And Off

The Twirlywoos learn about On and Off by watching a man trying shoes on and taking them off in a shoe shop. Later, they encounter an octopus that jumps on and off everyone it sees.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
Clare In The Community. Copyright: BBC

Clare In The Community

Series 4, Episode 3 - And The Winner Is

Nominations are required for the Social Worker of the Year Award. While Clare hates mutual back-slapping as much as the next person, she uses all her powers of manipulation to influence the matter.

CITV 9:50am (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 2, Episode 35 - Grim Fest

It's Grim Fest, the annual festival at Grimsby Heights - this year it's the Spuds' turn to run the show, and they have persuaded a special guest - wrestler Micky Boom Boom - to help them make it a day to remember. Unfortunately, their jealous neighbours the Dups are out to sabotage their efforts...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10am (repeat)
Still Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Gastric (Tim Healy), Mrs Hussein (Nina Wadia), Madge (Brigit Forsyth), Cyril (Kulvinder Ghir), Granville (David Jason), Wet Eric (Johnny Vegas), Mavis (Maggie Ollerenshaw), Leroy (James Baxter), Boyfriend (Matthew Mellalieu), Kath Agnew (Sally Lindsay), Mr Newbold (Geoffrey Whitehead), Elsie Bridges (Janine Duvitski), Mrs Featherstone (Stephanie Cole). Copyright: BBC

Still Open All Hours

Series 3, Christmas Special

Granville and Gastric find themselves playing marriage counsellors, whilst Leroy adopts a festive disguise to avoid relationship trouble of a different kind.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10am (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Laurence Rickard, Ben Willbond, Martha Howe-Douglas, Mathew Baynton, Jim Howick, Simon Farnaby. Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 5, Episode 2

We meet a surprisingly charming Stuart highwayman, the Captain of the Titanic holds the world's worst safety briefing, famous writer Mary Shelley pitches the movie of her life, and those violent Vikings show their softer side in a song.

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

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 12 - The Magic Show

A broken wand forces Sooty to halt his magic show. With Sweep stuck in the sawing-in-half box and Richard transformed into a chicken, Sooty must put things right if he's going to impress Paul Daniels and Debbie McGee.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 10:35am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 2, Episode 10 - The Old School Tie

When an old friend of Terry's escapes from prison, he wants him to help prove his innocence.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40am (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 9, Christmas Special - Big Day At Dream Acre

Other than the fact that Nora Batty is to be the VIP waitress and that Seymour is looking after the public address system, Gary and Vi's annual garden fete is of no great interest to Compo and Clegg. That is, until they happen upon a tramp with a special interest in donkeys, and one in particular...

CITV 11am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 16 - Dead Cat

While trying to redecorate the hall, Bean is obstructed at every turn by his landlady's vile one-eyed cat. Bean pops it in the dustbin to keep it out of the way for a while. Just his luck that it is rubbish collection day.

CITV 11:15am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 31 - Super Trolley

Nipping to the shops for a few provisions proves a nightmare for Bean when a mile-long shopping list from his landlady and a clapped-out trolley with a wonky wheel conspire to ruin his day. So he constructs his own trolley, with a petrol mower, pram wheels and an extra pair of hydraulic hands.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20pm (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 22, Christmas Special - Potts In Pole Position

In avoiding his wife, Potts's training for a South Pole expedition in Yorkshire becomes invaluable.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 12:25pm (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 1, Episode 14 - Waffle And George

Mrs Hobbs's cat, George, gets locked inside her house, giving Waffle a chance to prove himself to Mrs Hobbs. Can he rescue George?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
Hazelbeach. Ronnie Hazelbeach (Jamie Foreman). Copyright: BBC

Hazelbeach

Series 2, Episode 5

Ronnie has a close encounter in Hull and Nick invents a new sport.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 12:40pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 33 - The Sphinx, Egypt

Grandmaster Glitch is in need of a holiday, so he takes his Grimbots to Egypt for some rest and relaxation.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 5, Christmas Special

Plans to hold a pageant don't go quite as Hyacinth anticipated. Could this be remotely connected to the fact that she is organising it?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 1pm (repeat)
The Burkiss Way. Copyright: BBC

The Burkiss Way

Series 2, Episode 12 - Become A Rock Star The Burkiss Way

Starting at the end, this show is brought to you in reverse order.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:30pm (repeat)
Lagging. Sol (Yoni Bronks). Copyright: BBC

Lagging

Series 1, Episode 4 - Like A Boss

TEAM SMoRCLe tell Sol he's bossy so he lets Mo take charge - with disastrous results.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 1:30pm (repeat)
The Older Woman

The Older Woman

Episode 2.4: Roy struggles to win Jane's heart, from the vantage point of a caravan parked obstinately in her garden.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:40pm (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 7, Christmas Special - The Punch And Judy Affair

When the staff cross the picket lines, Mr. Grace orders them to put on a show for the strikers' children to smooth things over.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2pm (repeat)
The Unbelievable Truth. David Mitchell. Copyright: BBC / Random Entertainment

The Unbelievable Truth

Series 22, Episode 1

David Mitchell returns with the comedy panel show, with Richard Osman, Holly Walsh, Luisa Omielan and Jack Dee taking part in the first edition, as they lie on the subjects of mice, Las Vegas, Beyonce and rubbish.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:20pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 6, Christmas Special - O Little Town Of Peckham

Shirley is planning a traditional Guyanese Christmas but the family have other plans.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 2:25pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 52 - Sami Reindeer Herding, Norway

The Go Jetters are in snowy Norway to learn about the reindeer that are cared for by the local Sami people.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2:30pm (repeat)
Clare In The Community. Copyright: BBC

Clare In The Community

Series 4, Episode 3 - And The Winner Is

Nominations are required for the Social Worker of the Year Award. While Clare hates mutual back-slapping as much as the next person, she uses all her powers of manipulation to influence the matter.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Frank Pickle (John Bluthal), Alice Tinker (Emma Chambers), Hugo Horton (James Fleet), Owen Newitt (Roger Lloyd Pack), Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French), Jim Trott (Trevor Peacock), David Horton (Gary Waldhorn). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

2004/2005 Specials, New Year Special - Happy New Year

Geraldine's 40th birthday is approaching, and she's determined that she doesn't want any celebration. Her friends, however, are determined to make the occasion somehow, and detecting how lonely she appears at times, contribute £1.50 each for a ticket to a speed-dating evening...

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:35pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 32 - The Beat Goes On

Rubi's dance-machine invention gets accidentally muddled up with Crusty the Robot Pie's coding. Dennis and Gnasher have to dance on it all day in perfect sync, or Crusty's entire persona will be wiped forever!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:40pm (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 three Christmas specials from the David Jason sitcom.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:50pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 4 - Planet Of The Toilets

On a trip to Japan, Penfold's ill-timed comfort break sparks a world-wide porcelain revolution lead by the evil super-intelligent toilet Dr Loocifer.

Radio 4 4pm (repeat)
The Infinite Monkey Cage. Image shows from L to R: Brian Cox, Robin Ince. Copyright: BBC

The Infinite Monkey Cage

Series 25, Episode 4 - Can We Cure Ageing?

Prof. Brian Cox and Robin Ince are joined by Sarah Kendall, Dame Linda Partridge and Dr Andrew Steele to discover whether science is on the brink of curing all the ailments of old age.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:10pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 32 - Everglades National Park, Florida

The Go Jetters are visiting the Everglades National Park in Florida, USA.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:35pm (repeat)
Supertato

Supertato

Series 1, Episode 10 - Banana's Star Appeal

Supertato and Carrot help a superstar banana get his peel back from Evil Pea.

U&W channel logo 5pm (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 fifth and sixth series of the Robert Lindsay sitcom.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 5pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 2, Episode 11 - All About Scoring, Innit

Terry has to mind Danny Varrow when the gambling, womanising, boozing footballer leaves his club in the lurch.

CITV 5pm (repeat)
Lloyd Of The Flies. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Lloyd Of The Flies

Episode 8 - Sticky Situation

Lloyd wants to show everyone that he can manage without Abacus, but he soon gets into a series of disasters on his own. He ends up lost in a rug, covered in sticky orange juice, and being chased by hungry carpet beetles that may or may not to want to eat him...

CITV 5:15pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 12 - Dig

When Betty insists Dave finds a hobby, he takes up treasure hunting, and rocks the very foundations of his tower block home.

U&Drama channel logo 5:25pm (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Series 3, Episode 2 - Rocky's Wedding Day

Lionel's father is getting married and Sandy is newly single. Jean and Lionel have key roles to play in the nuptials, but events on the wedding day go awry.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Hazelbeach. Ronnie Hazelbeach (Jamie Foreman). Copyright: BBC

Hazelbeach

Series 2, Episode 5

Ronnie has a close encounter in Hull and Nick invents a new sport.

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (repeat)
'Allo 'Allo!. Image shows from L to R: Edith Melba Artois (Carmen Silvera), René François Artois (Gorden Kaye), Yvette Carte-Blanche (Vicki Michelle). Copyright: BBC

'Allo 'Allo!

Series 7, Episode 10 - René Of The Gypsies

With ice cream banned throughout Nouvion, Michelle's next attempt to rescue the airmen involves holding a gypsy fair in the town square. Unfortunately, a black cat throws a spanner in the works, and the resistance are forced to hold the event themselves.

U&Dave channel logo 6pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series L, Episode 16 - Landmarks

With Jo Brand, David Mitchell and Colin Lane.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6pm (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 2, Christmas Special

It's Christmas in Scarborough and Charlie, keen to make money, goes into business as a shopping mall Santa - but can he avoid the anger of local parents and disappointed children? Meanwhile, Hannah is dating a new boy because he gives very expensive Christmas presents, and Louie thinks Santa is a dangerous criminal.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 6pm (repeat)
The Burkiss Way. Copyright: BBC

The Burkiss Way

Series 2, Episode 12 - Become A Rock Star The Burkiss Way

Starting at the end, this show is brought to you in reverse order.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Our Friend Victoria. Daniel Rigby. Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

ReincarNathan

Series 3, Episode 4 - Ant

Nathan is brought back to life as queen of a huge leafcutter ant colony. The ants need to find food and, because he is utterly selfish, Nathan leads them on a perilous journey to get a bag of his favourite crisps from a nearby hotel. When will Nathan ever learn to do the right thing?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 6:30pm (repeat)
The Older Woman

The Older Woman

Episode 2.4: Roy struggles to win Jane's heart, from the vantage point of a caravan parked obstinately in her garden.

U&Drama channel logo 6:40pm (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 28, Episode 3 - Variations On A Theme Of Road Rage

Howard gets a bargain when he buys a used car.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
The Unbelievable Truth. David Mitchell. Copyright: BBC / Random Entertainment

The Unbelievable Truth

Series 22, Episode 1

David Mitchell returns with the comedy panel show, with Richard Osman, Holly Walsh, Luisa Omielan and Jack Dee taking part in the first edition, as they lie on the subjects of mice, Las Vegas, Beyonce and rubbish.

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 28, Episode 4 - In Which Howard Gets Double Booked

Howard has impending simultaneous dates with Pearl and Marina.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
Clare In The Community. Copyright: BBC

Clare In The Community

Series 4, Episode 3 - And The Winner Is

Nominations are required for the Social Worker of the Year Award. While Clare hates mutual back-slapping as much as the next person, she uses all her powers of manipulation to influence the matter.

U&Dave channel logo 7:40pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Miles Jupp, Sandi Toksvig, Deirdre O'Kane, Phill Jupitus. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series N, Episode 8 - Non Sequiturs

With Phill Jupitus, Miles Jupp and Deirdre O'Kane.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
Rob And Romesh Vs. Image shows from L to R: Romesh Ranganathan, Dan Scott, Rob Beckett

Rob And Romesh Vs

Series 4, Episode 3 - Restaurants: First Course

Rob and Romesh are opening their own restaurant! In the first of a special two-parter, this week they learn all about the restaurant industry to find out what they will do for their own establishment. With the help of Michelin starred chef Tom Kerridge, the lads learn everything from front of house to foraging, with the show culminating as the boys become chefs during a real service in a real restaurant.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8pm (repeat)
I Write The Gags - Barry Cryer. Barry Cryer. Copyright: BBC

I Write The Gags - Barry Cryer

Episode 2 - Under the Influence

Barry Cryer recalls his career in conversation with Steve Wright.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:10pm (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&Dave channel logo 8:20pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Raj Bisram, Sophie Hermann, David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack, Gemma Cairney, Josh Widdicombe. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 14, Episode 3

Comedian Josh Widdicombe, presenter Gemma Cairney, auctioneer Raj Bisram and fashion designer Sophie Hermann join host Rob Brydon and regular captains David Mitchell and Lee Mack on the comedy panel show.

CITV 8:25pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 33 - Where Did You Get That Cat?

Mr Bean chases Scrapper around Mrs Wicket's flat but her sideboard tumbles over, he is horrified to think he has squashed poor Scrapper.

CITV 8:40pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 34 - Valuable Lessons

The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Image shows from L to R: Winnie McGoogan (Eilish O'Carroll), Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll), Grandad Brown (Dermot O'Neill)

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Christmas 2016, Christmas Special - Mammy's Forest

Agnes Brown has had enough hassle with Christmas trees to last a lifetime, so this year she refuses to have one.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
Rob And Romesh Vs. Image shows from L to R: Rob Beckett, Romesh Ranganathan

Rob And Romesh Vs

Series 4, Episode 4 - Restaurants: Second Course

Rob and Romesh's journey into the restaurant business continues... and this week it's opening night! Having to do everything from find a location to shopping for their ingredients, this two parter culminates with the boys opening London's very first Hip Hop Curry House - Robandroms.

Comedy Central 9pm (repeat)
The Ricky Gervais Show. Image shows from L to R: Stephen Merchant, Karl Pilkington, Ricky Gervais. Copyright: Media Rights Capital / Wildbrain

The Ricky Gervais Show

An animated version of the comedy podcasts recorded by Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant and Karl Pilkington.

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

QI

Series M, Episode 4 - Miscellany

With Rhod Gilbert, Cariad Lloyd and Noel Fielding.

BBC Four 9pm (repeat)
A Fish Called Wanda. Image shows from L to R: Otto West (Kevin Kline), Wanda Gershwitz (Jamie Lee Curtis), Archie Leach (John Cleese), Ken Pile (Michael Palin)

A Fish Called Wanda

A black comedy starring John Cleese and Michael Palin. A con artist uses her female charms to steal a stash of jewels.

Comedy Central 9:30pm (repeat)
The Ricky Gervais Show. Image shows from L to R: Stephen Merchant, Karl Pilkington, Ricky Gervais. Copyright: Media Rights Capital / Wildbrain

The Ricky Gervais Show

Series 2, Episode 7

Karl says that sometimes he wishes he were smaller so that things like food portions and cities would be bigger in comparison.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40pm (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.

BBC Two 9:50pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Joel Dommett, Katherine Ryan, John Robins, Marlon Davis. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 13, Christmas Special - Katherine Ryan, Marlon Davis, Joel Dommett, John Robins

Stand-up comedy from the Hammersmith Apollo. In a special festive edition, the funny and fabulous Katherine Ryan introduces Marlon Davis, Joel Dommett and John Robins to the stage.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
Code 404. Image shows from L to R: DI John Major (Daniel Mays), DI Roy Carver (Stephen Graham)

Code 404

Series 1, Episode 3

Dennett has given Major and Carver a new assignment, but Major would rather stake out Kelly's work.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 10pm
45 min
The Russell Howard Hour. Sam Campbell

The Russell Howard Hour

Series 6, Episode 12

Russell looks at England's latest World Cup win as they head to the quarter finals and tears into Kanye West's Infowars interview. Stand-up from Sam Campbell.

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60 min
Live At The Moth Club. Phil Burgers

Live At The Moth Club

Episode 2

Moth Club regulars Cardinal Burns, Seb and Dustin, have had a blazing row and refuse to go on stage as a duo. George feels like they might reconcile and bond if they do an escape room together, so he builds them one in the club. Things don't go entirely to plan and when an unfortunate incident befalls headliner Tom Davis, an unlikely hero emerges in City Boy.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Our Friend Victoria. Daniel Rigby. Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

ReincarNathan

Series 3, Episode 3 - Bonobo

Nathan is brought back to life as a lovesick Bonobo Ape, who's escaped from Whipsnood Zoo and made it to Paris on the Eurostar. There, his plan is to sabotage the wedding of his human girlfriend, Susan.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm
60 min
Celebrity Juice. Image shows left to right: Will Mellor, Big Narstie, Emily Atack, Leigh Francis, Laura Whitmore, Chris Ramsey, Maya Jama

Celebrity Juice

Final Specials - The Happy Ending

Keith Lemon bids farewell to the comedy quiz, with captains Laura Whitmore and Emily Atack joined by Holly Willoughby, Fearne Cotton, Maya Jama, Big Narstie, Chris Ramsey, Will Mellor, Joey Essex and a few surprise guests along the way.

BBC Two 10:20pm
10 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Sandi Toksvig. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

QI XS Episode 4, Quite Into the Wild: Highlights compiled from recent series of QI, the comedy quiz hosted by Sandi Toksvig.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

Wrinkles

Series 1, Episode 5

Radio comedy set in an old peoples' home.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 10:45pm
30 min
Micah Richards' Player Pranks. Image shows left to right: Jamie Carragher, David Jones

Micah Richards' Player Pranks

Episode 2

Micah and Smithy prank Sky Sports pundit and Micah's mate Jamie Carragher in the Monday Night Football studio, and they help former Arsenal player Jermaine Pennant prank his good mate and former Spurs star Jermaine Jenas - by covering his brand-new car in Arsenal grafitti!

BBC Four 10:45pm (repeat)
Mark Kermode's Secrets Of Cinema: British Comedy. Mark Kermode

Mark Kermode's Secrets Of Cinema: British Comedy

Mark Kermode examines the tropes and commonalities of British comedy films.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:55pm (repeat)
Miranda. Image shows from L to R: Miranda (Miranda Hart), Stevie (Sarah Hadland). Copyright: BBC

Miranda

Final Specials - The Final Curtain

Will Miranda finally learn to accept herself and find contentment? And will she find her one true love?

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 11pm (repeat)
Scot Squad: The Chief Does Edinburgh. Chief Cameron Miekelson (Jack Docherty). Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Selling Scotland

Jack Docherty looks back at Scotland's most memorable adverts.

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60 min version
(repeat)
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Have I Got News For You

Series 33, Episode 5

Kirsty Young acts as host. With Dr. Phil Hammond on Ian's side and Bob Marshall-Andrews on Paul's.

Radio 4 11pm
30 min
The Shuttleworths. John Shuttleworth (Graham Fellows). Copyright: BBC

The Shuttleworths

2022 Specials, Episode 2 - All's Well That Begins Badly

John Shuttleworth's agent, Ken Worthington, is threatening to retire. But where will this leave John and who will secure his petrol money?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Steven Appleby's Normal Life

Steven Appleby's Normal Life

Episode 2, Normal Kids: The subversive cartoonist stumbles across an alien conspiracy to transform Earth into a holiday park for kids.

BBC Three 11:10pm (repeat)
It's What She Would Have Wanted. Holly (Holly Hall)

It's What She Would Have Wanted

Short comedy film written by and starring Holly Hall.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:15pm (repeat)
Hamish And Dougal: You'll Have Had Your Tea. Image shows from L to R: Dougal (Graeme Garden), Hamish (Barry Cryer). Copyright: BBC

Hamish And Dougal: You'll Have Had Your Tea

Series 1, Episode 4 - The Shooting Party

Hamish and Dougal assist the Laird in summoning up the heavy armaments for an afternoon's shooting on the moors.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang Ups. Tom (Tom Wrigglesworth). Copyright: BBC

Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang Ups

Series 2, Episode 3 - Running On Empty

It is all go in the Wrigglesworth household as Tom's mum and gran help his dad train for the Sheffield marathon. Meanwhile, Tom is asked on a stag weekend going 'coasteering'.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:35pm (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Image shows from L to R: Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll), Betty Brown (Amanda Woods)

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Christmas 2016, New Year Special - Chez Mammy

Cathy has a new, French boyfriend. He doesn't make the best first impression, which might be an issue if he is to survive meeting Mrs Brown.

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Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Angela Barnes, Hugh Dennis, Milton Jones, Dara O Briain, Ed Byrne, Kerry Godliman, Chris Washington. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 18, Episode 10

Dara O Briain looks back on the latest events in news and politics, with the help of Angela Barnes, Ed Byrne, Kerry Godliman, Milton Jones, Chris Washington and regular panellist Hugh Dennis.

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Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Edina (Jennifer Saunders), Patsy (Joanna Lumley). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 5, Christmas Special - Cold Turkey

It's Jane's first Christmas, and Edina plans to spend the festive period at home rather than on holiday. Trouble is, she's not told Patsy yet. What'll be her reaction to the news?

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The Baby. Image shows from L to R: Mrs Eaves (Amira Ghazalla), Old Jack (Michael Byrne)

The Baby

Episode 7 - The Curse

In a last attempt to break the curse, Mrs Eaves and Natasha set off in pursuit of Jack, as Bobbi struggles to rally for her audition redo with Sam.

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'Allo 'Allo!. Image shows from L to R: Edith Melba Artois (Carmen Silvera), René François Artois (Gorden Kaye), Yvette Carte-Blanche (Vicki Michelle). Copyright: BBC

'Allo 'Allo!

Series 7, Episode 10 - René Of The Gypsies

With ice cream banned throughout Nouvion, Michelle's next attempt to rescue the airmen involves holding a gypsy fair in the town square. Unfortunately, a black cat throws a spanner in the works, and the resistance are forced to hold the event themselves.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 12:30am (repeat)
The Stand Up Sketch Show. Kelly Convey

The Stand Up Sketch Show

Series 2, Episode 1

The return of the programme in which routines by renowned and up-and-coming comedians are reconstructed as sketches, with Judi Love, Seann Walsh, Russell Kane, Kelly Convey, Matt Richardson, Adam Hess, Maisie Adam and Emmanuel Sonubi.

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Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Dara O Briain, Rosie Jones, Tom Allen, Hugh Dennis, Ed Gamble, Kerry Godliman, Rhys James. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 18, Episode 11

Dara O Briain looks back on the latest events in news and politics, with the help of Tom Allen, Ed Gamble, Kerry Godliman, Rhys James and Rosie Jones and regular panellist Hugh Dennis.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 12:55am (repeat)
The Stand Up Sketch Show. Sarah Keyworth

The Stand Up Sketch Show

Series 2, Episode 2

Routines by comedians including Sarah Keyworth, Maisie Adam, Russell Kane, Nigel Ng, Harriet Kemsley, Marlon Davis and Bobby Mair are reconstructed as sketches.

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As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Series 3, Episode 2 - Rocky's Wedding Day

Lionel's father is getting married and Sandy is newly single. Jean and Lionel have key roles to play in the nuptials, but events on the wedding day go awry.

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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 6 - Quantocking II

Dobby is offered a job in New York by ex-boyfriend Simon. Uncertain about the offer, Dobby suggests that she and Mark spend a weekend in the country. The perfect time, as far as Jeremy is concerned, to get a few things off his chest.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Episode 15

Jimmy Carr hosts a new edition of the panel game, with Sean Lock and Henning Wehn who take on special guest captain Bill Bailey with Jessica Hynes. Susie Dent is joined by Tom Allen in Dictionary Corner, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.

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Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled. Image shows from L to R: Sarah Keyworth, Dara O Briain, Alan Davies, Angela Scanlon, Darren Harriott. Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled

Series 6, Episode 1

Swapping stories tonight are Darren Harriott, Sarah Keyworth, Angela Scanlon and Dara O Briain discussing, well, anything funny.

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Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb), Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 9, Episode 1 - The William Morris Years

Jez has some rather constrictive new living quarters, and Mark has a new flatmate and has landed a bank job, but it seems that the wounds of mutual love for Dobby have not yet healed.

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As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Series 4, Episode 2 - Rewrites

The executives in LA ask Lionel to spice up his script, but life working with Mrs Flack is proving ever-more difficult. Meanwhile, Judith feels thoroughly taken advantage of by Alistair.

Comedy Central Extra 2am (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Jack Dee. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Jack Dee Live At The Apollo Series 1, Episode 4 - Ross Noble

Jack Dee presents some top stand-up comedy, with guest comic Ross Noble.

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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.

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QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Miles Jupp, Sandi Toksvig, Deirdre O'Kane, Phill Jupitus. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series N, Episode 8 - Non Sequiturs

With Phill Jupitus, Miles Jupp and Deirdre O'Kane.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 2:30am (repeat)
Carters Get Rich. Image shows from L to R: Tony Carter (Rhashan Stone), Harry Carter (Rio Chambers). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Carters Get Rich

Episode 5

Concerned that Harry needs a break from technology, Tony signs the two of them up to the Wildboys' Wilderness Survival Group.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2:30am (repeat)
Hazelbeach. Ronnie Hazelbeach (Jamie Foreman). Copyright: BBC

Hazelbeach

Series 2, Episode 5

Ronnie has a close encounter in Hull and Nick invents a new sport.

Comedy Central Extra 3am (repeat)
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store. John Robins. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 5, Episode 9 - John Robins At The Comedy Store

Tonight's host John Robins is joined by the always wonderful Felicity Ward, the hilarious Brennan Reece and the cheeky Geordie Lauren Pattison at the legendary Comedy Store.

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Question Team. Kemah Bob

Question Team

Series 1, Episode 4

Making up Richard Ayoade's self-quizzing collective are James Acaster, Kemah Bob, Olga Koch and special guests Flo & Joan. Each has arrived with their own round but who will leave victorious?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 3am (repeat)
The Burkiss Way. Copyright: BBC

The Burkiss Way

Series 2, Episode 12 - Become A Rock Star The Burkiss Way

Starting at the end, this show is brought to you in reverse order.

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Miranda. Image shows from L to R: Miranda (Miranda Hart), Stevie (Sarah Hadland). Copyright: BBC

Miranda

Final Specials - The Final Curtain

Will Miranda finally learn to accept herself and find contentment? And will she find her one true love?

Comedy Central Extra 3:20am (repeat)
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store. Phil Wang. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 5, Episode 10 - Phil Wang At The Comedy Store

Phil Wang hosts this evening's show from the legendary Comedy Store in London. Joining him are the side splitting Stephen Bailey, the exceptional Huge Davis and the fabulous Sophie Willan.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 3:30am (repeat)
The Older Woman

The Older Woman

Episode 2.4: Roy struggles to win Jane's heart, from the vantage point of a caravan parked obstinately in her garden.

Comedy Central Extra 3:45am (repeat)
Guessable?. Image shows from L to R: Kae Kurd, Catherine Bohart, Denise Van Outen. Copyright: Tuesday's Child

Guessable?

Series 2, Episode 12

Sara Pascoe and the team captains are joined by Catherine Bohart, Kae Kurd, Rhys James and Denise Van Outen.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4am (repeat)
The Unbelievable Truth. David Mitchell. Copyright: BBC / Random Entertainment

The Unbelievable Truth

Series 22, Episode 1

David Mitchell returns with the comedy panel show, with Richard Osman, Holly Walsh, Luisa Omielan and Jack Dee taking part in the first edition, as they lie on the subjects of mice, Las Vegas, Beyonce and rubbish.

Comedy Central Extra 4:30am (repeat)
Al Murray's Great British Pub Quiz. Image shows from L to R: Phill Jupitus, Shaun Williamson, Al Murray, Ed Byrne. Copyright: Avalon Television

Al Murray's Great British Pub Quiz

Episode 8

Al, aided by barman Shaun Williamson and captains Phill Jupitus and Ed Byrne, oversees the clash between The North Euston from Lancashire and The Sportsman from Huddersfield.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30am (repeat)
Clare In The Community. Copyright: BBC

Clare In The Community

Series 4, Episode 3 - And The Winner Is

Nominations are required for the Social Worker of the Year Award. While Clare hates mutual back-slapping as much as the next person, she uses all her powers of manipulation to influence the matter.

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