British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Saturday 14th January 2023

Radio 4 10:30am
30 min
You're Dead To Me

You're Dead To Me

Series 6, Episode 3 - Ancient Greek & Roman Medicine

Greg Jenner is joined by historian Dr Kristi Upson-Saia and comedian Stuart Goldsmith to explore the strange world of Ancient Greek and Roman medicine.

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

Fighting Talk

Series 20, Episode 21

Broadcaster Kate Mason, sports journalist Thom Gibbs, former England netballer Eboni Usoro-Brown and comedian Tez Ilyas join Colin Murray for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 6pm (repeat)
Agatha Raisin. Image shows from L to R: Sir Charles Fraith (Jason Merrells), Agatha Raisin (Ashley Jensen), DC Bill Wong (Matt McCooey)

Agatha Raisin

Series 2, Episode 3 - The Fairies Of Fryfam - Part 1

Looking to get away for a few days Agatha rents a cottage in Fryfam, a village where mythical fairies are said to live. Before Agatha can start relaxing, however, she is employed, by a local woman to prove that her wealthy husband is having an affair. However, this standard private investigator request is complicated when the husband is found to have been murdered.

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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:40pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Alice Tinker (Emma Chambers), Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 1, Episode 1 - The Arrival

Following the death of the ancient Reverend Pottle, the inhabitants of rural backwater Dibley are looking forward to a younger, more mentally capable ecclesiastical figure. However, they'd be less surprised to see Mr Blobby popping up in their pulpit than the buxom Geraldine Granger - a female vicar!

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 6:50pm
60 min
Michael McIntyre's Big Show. Image shows left to right: Bryn Terfel, Anne Wilkins

Michael McIntyre's Big Show

Series 6, Episode 1

TV and radio's Rylan Clark bravely hands over his phone in Send to All, Joel Corry and Tom Grennan perform their smash hit Lionheart (Fearless), an unsuspecting Antiques Roadshow fan gets the biggest surprise of their life, and there's an incredibly heartwarming performance from the Unexpected Star of the Show.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 7pm (repeat)
Agatha Raisin. Agatha Raisin (Ashley Jensen)

Agatha Raisin

Series 2, Episode 4 - The Fairies Of Fryfam - Part 2

There is no rest for the sleuth as her Norfolk murder investigation takes a dramatic turn.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Alice Tinker (Emma Chambers), Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 1, Episode 2 - Songs Of Praise

Geraldine receives a letter from the BBC: they've heard of her incumbency, and want to film an episode of Songs Of Praise in the village. David is far from keen, but finds himself outvoted by the other councillors. When the crew turn up, the vicar is particularly enamoured by the dashing young producer, Tristan; unfortunately the recording does not go smoothly.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
Hold The Front Page. Nish Kumar

Hold The Front Page

Series 1, Episode 2 - The West Sussex Gazette

This time, Josh and Nish head to the south coast to dig up the biggest scoops to come out of West Sussex.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm
125 min
Tony Hancock: Very Nearly An Armful. Jack Dee

Tony Hancock: Very Nearly An Armful

Jack Dee hosts a unique look back at the life and career of one of Britain's most important and influential comedy stars, Tony Hancock.

U&Dave channel logo 8pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Keith (Joe Wilkinson), Lee (Lee Mack)

Not Going Out

Series 12, Episode 3 - Friend

When Lee promises Lucy that he will make more of an effort to be friendly with other parents in the playground, he makes the mistake of starting with Keith.

Channel 5 logo 8:30pm
90 min
Keeping Up Appearances. Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge)

Comedy Classics: Keeping Up Appearances

A look back at the popular sitcom that starred Patricia Routledge as Hyacinth Bucket, who was endlessly let down by her family in her attempts to climb the social ladder. Cast, crew and celebrity fans pay tribute to the show and share backstage secrets, with Routledge revealing how she came to be cast, how she developed the character, and what happened when the cameras stop rolling.

U&Dave channel logo 8:40pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lee (Lee Mack), Lucy (Sally Bretton)

Not Going Out

Series 12, Episode 4 - Front Window

Recovering from knee surgery, Lee sits by the window day after day spying on his neighbours through a pair of binoculars.

BBC Three 9pm (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Louise (Kathryn Drysdale), Jonny Keogh (Ralf Little), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Janet (Sheridan Smith), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

A selection of episodes from the sixth ansd seventh series of the adult sitcom.

U&Dave channel logo 9:20pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Jo Brand, Stephen Fry, Liza Tarbuck, Sue Perkins. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series J, Episode 3 - Journeys

With Rob Brydon, Phill Jupitus and Cal Wilson.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 9:30pm
45 min
The John Bishop Show. Image shows left to right: Sue Perkins, John Bishop, Mo Gilligan, Tom Allen

The John Bishop Show

Series 2, Episode 2

Mo Gilligan, Sue Perkins and Tom Allen join John Bishop.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:40pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Anna (Abigail Cruttenden), Lee (Lee Mack)

Not Going Out

Series 12, Episode 2 - Text

When Lee accidentally sends a rude text to Anna that was intended for Lucy he upsets both of them.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 17, Highlights Special

Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis bring the current series to a close with a special edition of the topical comedy show featuring best bits and unseen material.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:05pm
Hancock's Half Hour. Anthony Aloysius St John Hancock (Tony Hancock). Copyright: BBC

Hancock's Half Hour

Hancock, Episode 5 - The Blood Donor

A brand new, colourised version of the classic sitcom episode, complete with comprehensively digitally restored picture and soundtrack.

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Angela Barnes, Hugh Dennis, Alasdair Beckett-King, Dara O Briain, Rhys James, Maisie Adam, Eshaan Akbar. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 20, Episode 1

Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis are back to taking satirical swipes at the nation's news on a weekly basis. The new series kicks off with regular guests Maisie Adam, Angela Barnes, Eshaan Akbar and Rhys James. Alasdair Beckett-King makes his Mock The Week debut.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:45pm
Hancock's Half Hour. Anthony Aloysius St John Hancock (Tony Hancock). Copyright: BBC

Hancock's Half Hour

Series 5, Episode 4 - Twelve Angry Men

A brand new, colourised version of the classic sitcom episode, complete with comprehensively digitally restored picture and soundtrack.

BBC Four 10:50pm (repeat)
Early Doors. Image shows from L to R: Joe (Craig Cash), Duffy (Phil Mealey). Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Early Doors

Series 1, Episode 3

Ken is forced to downsize the transport for the Big Boy's Beano, they'll be going in a taxi soon.

BBC Three 11pm (repeat)
Bad Education. Image shows left to right: Mitchell (Charlie Wernham), Alfie (Jack Whitehall), Stephen (Layton Williams). Credit: Tiger Aspect Productions, Matt Crockett

Bad Education

Christmas Special - Reunion

Class K are back for a careers day and reunion party that descends into mayhem, while Alfie has a decision to make about whether he will finally leave the school forever to be with Gulliver.

U&Dave channel logo 11:20pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Jo Brand, Stephen Fry, Liza Tarbuck, Sue Perkins. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series J, Episode 4 - Jack And Jill

With Katy Brand, David Mitchell and Sue Perkins.

BBC Four 11:20pm (repeat)
Early Doors. Image shows from L to R: Joe (Craig Cash), Duffy (Phil Mealey). Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Early Doors

Series 1, Episode 4

The excitement never stops in The Grapes, with the drawing of the football card. The Police are keeping busy, with drug raids, helicopter rides and free electric on the agenda.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:25pm (repeat)
The Real McCoy. Image shows from L to R: Curtis Walker, Ishmael Thomas. Copyright: BBC

The Real McCoy

A selection of episodes from the second series.

BBC Four 11:50pm (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Image shows from L to R: Audrey fforbes-Hamilton (Penelope Keith), Richard DeVere (Peter Bowles), Mrs. Polouvicka (Daphne Heard). Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Series 3, Episode 3

Audrey gets a good taste of normal life when some unpaid bills catch up with her, and the local garage confiscates her Rolls. Forced to take a job, she finds a position managing Mrs Proctor's stables and riding school. Meanwhile, Richard's finally bought the helicopter he's been talking about...

U&Dave channel logo Midnight
60 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Image shows from L to R: Ian Hislop, Ross Noble, Victoria Coren Mitchell, Rachel Johnson, Paul Merton

Have I Got News For You

Series 58, Episode 2

Victoria Coren Mitchell hosts the satirical quiz, as guests including comedian Ross Noble and journalist Rachel Johnson joining regular team leaders Ian Hislop and Paul Merton to poke fun at the week's events.

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