British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Friday 17th February 2023

BBC Radio Scotland 11:30am
30 min
Noising Up. Image shows left to right: Lana Pheutan, Manjot Sumal, Zara Janjua, Stephen Buchanan, Karen Bartke

Noising Up

Series 1, Episode 7

The final episode in the series deals with the resignation of Nicola Sturgeon.

BBC Radio Scotland 1:30pm
30 min
Breaking The News. Des Clarke. Copyright: BBC Studios

Breaking The News

Series 24, Episode 1

Des Clarke is joined by Jay Lafferty, Glenn Moore, Susan Riddell and Connor Burns. Des and the panel discuss Nicola Sturgeon's resignation, spy balloons and Darvel manager Mick Kennedy.

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 8, Episode 7 - The Erotic Dreams Of Mrs Slocombe

Mrs. Slocombe can't help but dream about Mr. Humphries, and her awkward behaviour around him is becoming evident to the rest of the staff. Something has to be done, and Mr. Grace has the perfect solution.

U&Dave channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Taskmaster. Alex Horne. Copyright: Avalon Television

Taskmaster

Series 8, Episode 2 - A Novel About Russian Gulags

Lou Sanders displays some unusual facial hair, Iain Stirling's beatboxing causes him some problems and Paul Sinha shows off his full acting range. As usual, Alex Horne provides data analysis in his role as the Taskmaster's private secretary and live-in companion.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
The News Quiz. Andy Zaltzman

The News Quiz

Series 110, Episode 7

Andy Zaltzman is joined this week are Zoe Lyons, Angela Barnes, Hugo Rifkind and Nish Kumar. On the agenda this week is Nicola Sturgeon's surprise resignation, Jeremy Corbyn being barred as a Labour candidate and the case of 200,000 stolen Cadbury Creme Eggs.

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 3, Episode 10 - Menace From The Deep

The platoon go on guard duty at the end of Walmington's pier. The situation's bad enough after Pike incorrectly ties up the boat and loses their food, but things get worse when Jones spots a mine under the pier!

BBC Three 7pm (repeat)
Zen Motoring

Zen Motoring

Episode 6 - Words In The Woods

It's all out eco-spiritual warfare as Ogmios returns to battle rap. Will he stay zen or lose it all?

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 3, Episode 11 - Branded

Godfrey finds himself a victim of ridicule after he tells Captain Mainwaring that during the Great War he was a conscientious objector.

BBC One Wales. Copyright: BBC 7:30pm
30 min
TV Flashback. Kiri Pritchard-McLean

TV Flashback

Series 7, Episode 12 - Ynys Môn (Anglesey)

Kiri Pritchard-McLean rewinds the most engaging clips from half a century of Welsh TV, this time looking at Ynys Môn or Anglesey. From stunning scenery to marvellous characters, she finds out how the place she calls home has made an impact in Wales.

U&Dave channel logo 7:40pm (repeat)
Room 101. Image shows from L to R: Sam Simmons, Frank Skinner, Meera Syal, Shaun Ryder. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 5, Episode 5 - Shaun Ryder, Sam Simmons, Meera Syal

Musician Shaun Ryder, Australian comedian Sam Simmons and actress and author Meera Syal try to put boisterous whistling, meeting people, and overuse of the word "like" into Room 101.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Trigger (Roger Lloyd Pack). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 6, Episode 1 - Yuppy Love

Del has gone all high-powered and trendy in an attempt to adopt a yuppy image. Rodney is unimpressed as his attention is focused on getting his computer diploma at night school.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 8pm
30 min
Would I Lie To You?. Desiree Burch. Credit: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 16, Episode 7

Comedians Lucy Beaumont and Desiree Burch, Strictly judge Anton Du Beke and actor Ralf Little join host Rob Brydon and regular captains David Mitchell and Lee Mack on the offbeat panel show.

U&Dave channel logo 8:20pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Katherine Ryan, David Mitchell, Richard Osman, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack, Robert Rinder, Denise Lewis. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 11, Episode 8

Joining the teams are Denise Lewis, Richard Osman, Robert Rinder and Katherine Ryan.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 9pm
60 min
A League Of Their Own. Image shows left to right: Big Zuu, Micah Richards. Credit: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Road Trip: South East Asia, Episode 1

Jamie Redknapp and Micah Richards are joined by Alan Carr at the Singapore Grand Prix, before meeting up with Big Zuu for a street food cooking challenge.

BBC Two 9pm
45 min
QI. Rosie Jones

QI

Series T, Episode 14 - Tea Time

Sandi Toksvig takes tea with Rosie Jones, Ahir Shah, Henning Wehn and Alan Davies.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Image shows left to right: Ian Hislop, Paul Merton. Credit: Matt Crockett

Have I Got News For You

Series 60, Highlights Special - Have I Got 2020 News For You

Team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by a variety of guest hosts and panellists from the worlds of comedy, journalism and current affairs for a compilation that looks back at the big news of 2020.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm
125 min
The National Comedy Awards logo. Copyright: Hungry Bear Media

The National Comedy Awards

Episode 1 - 2023

The public have voted, the red carpet's in place, and the UK's biggest comedy stars are at the ready to find out if they've scooped a gong, as the National Comedy Awards for Stand Up To Cancer return. Tom Allen hosts a raucous night live from London's Roundhouse, where the brilliant work from the world of comedy over the past year is honoured.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:05pm (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 4 - Holiday

Miranda decides she needs to be a bit reckless and wild and so decides to book a holiday at the local hotel down the road.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:45pm (repeat)
Harry Enfield & Chums. Image shows from L to R: Kathy Burke, Harry Enfield, Paul Whitehouse

Harry Enfield & Chums

Series 2, Episode 6

Hit 1990s sketch show starring Harry Enfield, Paul Whitehouse and Kathy Burke.

BBC Two 9:45pm
45 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Sophie Duker, Chris McCausland, Emmanuel Sonubi. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 16, Episode 1 - Chris McCausland, Sophie Duker, Emmanuel Sonubi

This episode is hosted by the brilliant Liverpudlian comedian Chris McCausland, who introduces comedians Sophie Duker and Emmanuel Sonubi to the stage.

Channel 5 logo 10pm (repeat)
Kenneth Williams: In His Own Words. Kenneth Williams

Kenneth Williams: In His Own Words

Kenneth Williams's comedy career highlights are celebrated in a documentary narrated by Gyles Brandreth.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 10pm
35 min
Fantasy Football League

Fantasy Football League

Series 1 - Part B, Episode 4

Matt Lucas and Elis James are joined by Guz Khan and Sam Quek.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
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.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10:05pm (repeat)
Don't Hate The Playaz. Jordan Stephens. Copyright: Monkey Kingdom

Don't Hate The Playaz

Series 4, Episode 5

Jordan Stephens hosts as Darren Harriott, Eddie Kadi, Yinka Bokinni and Nella Rose join captains Maya Jama and Lady Leshurr to compete in rap battles, dance-offs and hip-hop karaoke challenges.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:25pm (repeat)
The Fast Show. Image shows from L to R: Paul Whitehouse, Simon Day, Arabella Weir, John Thomson, Caroline Aherne, Charlie Higson, Mark Williams. Copyright: BBC

The Fast Show

Series 2, Episode 5

Unlucky Alf attempts to propose to his loved one, while Ron Manager is lost for words.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:40pm
50 min
The Graham Norton Show. Graham Norton. Credit: So Television, Christopher Baines

The Graham Norton Show

Series 30, Episode 18 - Judi Dench, Paul Rudd, Michael Douglas, Hugh Jackman, Michael B Jordan, Eugene Levy, P!nk

Dame Judi Dench says her new film is a big cheer to the NHS, Hugh Jackman talks about being changed as a parent, Michael B Jordan says Bournemouth is exciting, Eugene Levy reveals his dislike of travel, Paul Rudd jokes about his physique, and Michael Douglas talks about his advice to younger actors, while P!nk performs live in the studio.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
The Fast Show. Image shows from L to R: Paul Whitehouse, Simon Day, Arabella Weir, John Thomson, Caroline Aherne, Charlie Higson, Mark Williams. Copyright: BBC

The Fast Show

Series 2, Episode 6

There's more music from jazz club and the soppy businessmen are aboard an aeroplane.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Taskmaster. Image shows from L to R: Alex Horne, David Baddiel. Copyright: Avalon Television

Taskmaster

Series 9, Episode 4 - Quisps

David Baddiel shows a readiness to bare his chest and Katy Wix robs a piggy bank (of its undercarriage). Meanwhile, Greg Davies's gorgeous assistant Alex Horne is powerless in the face of Ed Gamble's creative vision.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm (repeat)
Greg Davies Live: Firing Cheeseballs At A Dog. Greg Davies. Copyright: Avalon Television

Greg Davies Live: Firing Cheeseballs At A Dog

TV broadcast of Greg Davies Edinburgh Comedy Award-nominated debut 2010 solo stand-up show.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 11:35pm (repeat)
Brassic. Image shows from L to R: Ash (Aaron Heffernan), JJ (Parth Thakerar), Cardi (Tom Hanson), Erin (Michelle Keegan). Copyright: Calamity Films

Brassic

Series 2, Episode 1 - The Circus

Vinnie has been hiding out in his weed shed since faking his own death to escape from local gangster Terrance McCann. Tommo and Erin need his help and try to lure him out of hiding with a new business proposition and together with the lads they plot to rob a travelling circus. With the help of a disgruntled clown, Mr Popov, the gang aim to make this theft a 'roaring' success...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40pm (repeat)
French And Saunders. Image shows from L to R: Dawn French, Jennifer Saunders

French And Saunders

Series 4, Episode 6

Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders pay tribute to The House of Eliott and Pan's People, and discuss minor members of the Royal family.

BBC Three 11:55pm (repeat)
Bad Education. Image shows left to right: Stephen (Layton Williams), Mitchell (Charlie Wernham)

Bad Education

Series 4, Episode 5 - Glow Up

Stephen is desperate to get rid of Mitchell who has moved in after his girlfriend threw him out. So Class K and Stephen give Mitchell a glow up in the hope she'll take him back.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Felicity Ward, Hugh Dennis, Rhys James, Dara O Briain, Darren Harriott, Catherine Bohart, Ed Byrne. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 20, Episode 2

Host Dara O Briain and team captain Hugh Dennis are joined by guests Ed Byrne, Catherine Bohart, Rhys James, Felicity Ward and Darren Harriott for an evening of topical panel discussion and laughs.

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