British Comedy Guide

Schedule Saturday 18th February 2023

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (repeat)
On The Buses. Jack Harper (Bob Grant). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 4, Episode 4 - The Other Woman

After a family social evening in the works' canteen where Arthur becomes rather too friendly with one of the clippies, Mum and Olive are outraged - and he promptly leaves to stay with his sister.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 6:05am (repeat)
Lloyd Of The Flies. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Lloyd Of The Flies

Episode 1 - The Long Game

Lloyd and Abacus are on the hunt for a nice quiet spot to play their favourite board game - the trouble is that everywhere is either too loud, too busy, or too dangerous! They finally find the perfect place... but then they forget to take gravity into account.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:10am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 2 - Underneath

The Twirlywoos learn about underneath when they visit a hat shop. Back in the boat, the Box brings a rainbow for the Twirlywoos to dance underneath.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 6:20am (repeat)
Lloyd Of The Flies. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Lloyd Of The Flies

Episode 2 - Crumble Down Economics

Lloyd has an unexpected windfall of crumbs and sets out to buy happiness, cleaning the newsstand out of comics, dining at the Pancake, and hiring his friends to carry his lovely crumbs around - however, he soon learns that crumbs can't buy true happiness.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 6:30am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

A selection of episodes from the sixth and seventh series.

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On The Buses. Jack Harper (Bob Grant). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 4, Episode 3 - Dangerous Living

A newspaper report about the mortality rate of busmen leads everyone to insist Stan loses some weight. He's not pleased, but a date with a much younger clippie makes him think a bit of exercise couldn't hurt.

BBC Two 6:45am (repeat)
Supertato

Supertato

Series 1, Episode 7 - Chilli To The Rescue

Chilli becomes Super Chilli as he tries to be a superhero just like Supertato.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:50am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 26 - Big Ben, England

The Go Jetters visit London on New Year's Eve, but Big Ben is missing. To the Vroomster!

BBC Two 6:55am (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep

Shaun The Sheep

Adventures From Mossy Bottom, Episode 19 - Pumpkin Peril

As Bitzer stands guard, the Farmer's prized pumpkins start disappearing from the garden.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7am (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 6, Episode 3 - Georgetown Dreaming

Desmond wonders what might have been if he'd never come to this 'godforsaken country'.

BBC Two 7am (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.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7am (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 1, Episode 24 - The Visitor

A spaceship containing a little green alien crash-lands on the farm, so Shaun and his friends help it out.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:05am (repeat)
Sketchy Comedy

Sketchy Comedy

Episode 2

Eggs, sausages, a freezer and toilet roll are among the items getting the Sketchy treatment!

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

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 21 - From Duck To Dawn

This episode sees the return of the villainous vegetarian vampire Count Duckula, who is determined to take over the world with a chorus-line of formidable dancing vegetables...

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

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 18 - Inventor's Block

Dennis doesn't realise the pressure he's putting on Rubi to excel in the school science fair is giving her a severe case of inventor's block.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40am (repeat)
Citizen Khan. Image shows from L to R: Amjad (Abdullah Afzal), Shazia (Krupa Pattani), Naani (Adlyn Ross), Mrs Khan (Shobu Kapoor), Mr Khan (Adil Ray), Alia (Bhavna Limbachia). Copyright: BBC

Citizen Khan

Series 4, Episode 5 - Mystic Mo

Mrs Khan succumbs to stomach pains as a result of stress, and the family rush her to hospital.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:50am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 27 - The Strokkur Geyser, Iceland

The geysers in Iceland are blocked - Glitch is to blame and it could cause an earthquake. Go Jetters go!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:15am (repeat)
Citizen Khan. Image shows from L to R: Amjad (Abdullah Afzal), Shazia (Krupa Pattani), Naani (Adlyn Ross), Mrs Khan (Shobu Kapoor), Mr Khan (Adil Ray), Alia (Bhavna Limbachia). Copyright: BBC

Citizen Khan

Series 4, Episode 6 - Alia's Boyfriend

In line with the great tradition of British Muslim baking, Mr Khan enters the Great Sparkhill Bake Off.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:35am (repeat)
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 7 - Princess Purl's Big Sleep

Naughty fairies Zipsy and Popsy have put a spell on Princess Purl so that she sleeps for a gazillion years.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:45am (repeat)
Grace & Favour. Captain Stephen Peacock (Frank Thornton). Copyright: BBC

Ernest Fontwell Versus The Experts

Episode 2 - The Motoring Experts

Ernest Fontwell investigates the perils of buying and owning a second-hand car...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:55am (repeat)
Still Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Granville (David Jason), Leroy (James Baxter). Copyright: BBC

Still Open All Hours

Series 2, Episode 4

Granville plans a double date with Madge and Mavis but needs to find a way to smarten up Gastric. There's more romance in the air as Mrs Featherstone has her heart set on a new husband and Nurse Gladys is wooed by a former patient, Mick, whose boil she once attended to. Meanwhile, a mysterious new product from the Far East arrives which needs some clever marketing to Eric and Cyril.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
Ray's A Laugh

Ray's A Laugh

Time management - and some special detectives.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
The Eric Morecambe And Ernie Wise Show. Image shows from L to R: Eric Morecambe, Ernie Wise. Copyright: BBC

The Eric Morecambe And Ernie Wise Show

Series 1, Episode 5

The tale of Elizabeth Barrett and Robert Browning, and Ernie's set to retire. With guest singer Laura Lee.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:35am (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 episodes from the fifth and sixth series of the David Jason sitcom.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:55am (repeat)
Supertato

Supertato

Series 1, Episode 12 - Pea's Power Suit

Evil Pea becomes more powerful than Supertato by wearing a giant powersuit.

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

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 24 - The New Ride

The Lady Mayoress is coming to open the park's new ghost train so Sooty and the gang are determined to impress. But when Richard's best suit is ruined and Sweep is put in charge of the banners, it's a race against time to get everything ready. With special guest star Ann Widdecombe.

TNT Sports 1 logo 10:30am (repeat)
The Football's On. Copyright: BT Sport

The Football's On

Series 10, Episode 1

A humorous look at the week's football stories with Ian Stone and guests Charlie Baker & Glenn Moore.

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

Fighting Talk

Series 20, Episode 26

Journalist Jim White, presenter and former GB athlete Jeanette Kwakye, football journalist and presenter Guillem Balagué and comedian Tez Ilyas join Colin Murray for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment.

BBC One Wales. Copyright: BBC 11:30am (repeat)
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.

BBC Radio Scotland 11:30am (repeat)
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.

Radio 4 12:30pm (repeat)
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.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1pm (repeat)
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 2, Episode 11 - Castle Bake Off

Rivalries are brought to the boil in the Yum-tastic Pizza Bake Off as Bob vies with Zip and Pop for the prize.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:25pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 46 - Korowai Treehouses, Indonesia

The Go Jetters have been invited by the Korowai tribe to visit their village in the rainforest of Papua in Indonesia.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:25pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 7 - Lost Tempers In Space

Danger Mouse and Jeopardy Mouse find themselves stranded on a far-flung planet inhabited by Fly People.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:35pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 47 - Go Jet Academy: Volcanic Island

Grandmaster Glitch is drilling into the ground below the ocean near Academy Island, looking for bubbly mud that is heated up by an underground volcano.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:35pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 4, Episode 7 - DIY

When the Farmer pops out for more supplies, Bitzer is left in charge of decorating and calls on the flock for help. He soon realises this may be a terrible mistake as they have their own way of doing things - painting and decorating isn't their strong point!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:45pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 29 - Screwtop School

Professor von Screwtop gets mistaken for the new kid in school and joins Class 3C for the day. Rubi is so embarrassed at her dad's antics that she resorts to pranking to get him into trouble and out of the way.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 1:45pm (repeat)
Grace & Favour. Captain Stephen Peacock (Frank Thornton). Copyright: BBC

Ernest Fontwell Versus The Experts

Episode 2 - The Motoring Experts

Ernest Fontwell investigates the perils of buying and owning a second-hand car...

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:55pm (repeat)
Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Series 1, Episode 15 - Timmy Goes Bang

After hearing thunder during a storm, Timmy becomes fixated by loud noises, banging anything he can find.

U&Dave channel logo 2pm (repeat)
Red Dwarf. Image shows from L to R: Rimmer (Chris Barrie), Kochanski (Clare Grogan), Lister (Craig Charles). Copyright: BBC

Red Dwarf

Series I, Episode 1 - The End

Dimwitted third-class space ship technician Dave Lister is dumbstruck to find that, after what was supposed to be an 18-month punishment in stasis (suspended animation), he has woken up some 3 million years later, a radiation leak having long killed his Red Dwarf colleagues and left him as the last human being.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2pm (repeat)
Ray's A Laugh

Ray's A Laugh

Time management - and some special detectives.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:05pm (repeat)
So Awkward. Image shows from L to R: Martha Fitzgerald (Sophia Dall'Aglio), Rob Edwards (Samuel Small), Jas Salford (Ameerah Falzon-Ojo), Lily Hampton (Cleo Demetriou), Ollie Coulton (Archie Lyndhurst). Copyright: Channel X North

So Awkward

Series 3, Episode 7 - Hormone Horror

Martha starts acting oddly, getting emotional and over-reacting to things. She's horrified to realise that her hormones are kicking in.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2:30pm (repeat)
The Eric Morecambe And Ernie Wise Show. Image shows from L to R: Eric Morecambe, Ernie Wise. Copyright: BBC

The Eric Morecambe And Ernie Wise Show

Series 1, Episode 5

The tale of Elizabeth Barrett and Robert Browning, and Ernie's set to retire. With guest singer Laura Lee.

U&Dave channel logo 2:40pm (repeat)
Red Dwarf. Image shows from L to R: Rimmer (Chris Barrie), Kochanski (Clare Grogan), Lister (Craig Charles). Copyright: BBC

Red Dwarf

Series I, Episode 2 - Future Echoes

As the ship accelerates toward light speed in the readiness for the 3,000,000 year journey back in the other direction, toward Earth, peculiar things start happening. How can Cat be in two places at once? Holly's got some explaining to do - about something he terms 'future echoes'.

U&Dave channel logo 3:20pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Smithy (James Corden), Pam (Alison Steadman), Mick (Larry Lamb). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 1, Episode 3

After his initial angry reaction to Stacey's news, Uncle Bryn agrees to drive them all to Essex to meet the Shipmans.

CITV 3:45pm (repeat)
Lloyd Of The Flies. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Lloyd Of The Flies

A selection of episodes from the first series the animated comedy.

U&W channel logo 4pm (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 seven episodes from the Robert Lindsay sitcom.

U&Dave channel logo 4pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Smithy (James Corden), Pam (Alison Steadman), Mick (Larry Lamb). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 1, Episode 4

The Shipmans drive down to Wales for the wedding fayre, and after a momentous trip to the church for the reading of the banns, Nessa tells Stacey her big secret.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:30pm (repeat)
Supertato

Supertato

Series 1, Episode 25 - Not So Supertato

Evil Pea tricks Supertato into thinking that he's lost all of his superpowers.

U&Dave channel logo 4:40pm (repeat)
Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Fishing. Image shows from L to R: Paul Whitehouse, Bob Mortimer. Copyright: Owl Power

Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Fishing

Series 3, Episode 5 - Crucian Carp (Great Somerford Lakes, Wiltshire)

Paul and Bob go fishing for the elusive crucian carp in Wiltshire.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 4:55pm (repeat)
The Italian Job

The Italian Job

Comedy crime caper in which a group of British crooks plot a bank heist in Turin.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 5pm (repeat)
Agatha Raisin. Image shows from L to R: DC Bill Wong (Matt McCooey), Agatha Raisin (Ashley Jensen)

Agatha Raisin

Series 3, Episode 7 - As The Pig Turns - Part 1

After a turbulent few weeks with setbacks aplenty, Agatha is determined to move on with her life and put the past firmly behind her. However, her plans are quickly derailed when a gruesome discovery of a dismembered torso at the Winter Fayre hog roast leaves all of Carsely fearing for their safety.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5:05pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 3, Episode 1 - The Stand Off

It's breakfast time and The Farmer discovers he has no fresh milk for his morning cup of tea. He sets off in great haste, only to become ensnared in a 'rush hour' traffic jam. Shaun and The Flock are too impatient to wait for breakfast and take matters into their own hands.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5:10pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated sequel.

U&Dave channel logo 5:20pm (repeat)
Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Fishing. Image shows from L to R: Paul Whitehouse, Bob Mortimer. Copyright: Owl Power

Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Fishing

Series 3, Episode 6 - Chub (Lower Wye, Herefordshire)

The final episode of this series sees Bob and Paul return to the river Wye, Bob's favourite river, to fish for chub.

Talking Pictures TV 5:40pm (repeat)
Doctor At Large

Doctor At Large

Dirk Bogarde stars as Dr Simon Sparrow, the medical practitioner. Sparrow decides to branch out from St Swithin's Hospital.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 6pm (repeat)
Agatha Raisin. Image shows from L to R: Agatha Raisin (Ashley Jensen), Sir Charles Fraith (Jason Merrells), Toni Gilmour (Jodie Tyack), Roy Silver (Mathew Horne)

Agatha Raisin

Series 3, Episode 8 - As The Pig Turns - Part 2

A gruesome discovery of a dismembered torso at the Winter Fayre hog roast continues to leaves all of Carsely fearing for their safety.

BBC Radio Scotland 6pm (repeat)
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.

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 fifth series of the lie-based panel game.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 6:50pm
60 min
Michael McIntyre's Big Show. Michael McIntyre

Michael McIntyre's Big Show

Series 6, Episode 6

Michael presents another hour of entertainment, featuring Ellie Goulding singing Like A Saviour, Jermaine Jenas handing over his mobile in Send to All and a duet from the two Unexpected Stars of the Show. Plus, a contestant on The Wheel gets the surprise of her life when her edition keep getting more bizarre.

Radio 4 7:15pm
45 min
The Infinite Monkey Cage. Image shows from L to R: Brian Cox, Robin Ince. Copyright: BBC

The Infinite Monkey Cage

Series 26, Episode 1 - Stars From The Southern Hemisphere

Prof. Brian Cox and Robin Ince start a new series from Sydney, Australia. They are joined by astrophysicists Kirsten Banks and Devika Kamath and comedian Ross Noble as they discuss how different the night's sky looks from the southern hemisphere.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:45pm (repeat)
Grace & Favour. Captain Stephen Peacock (Frank Thornton). Copyright: BBC

Ernest Fontwell Versus The Experts

Episode 2 - The Motoring Experts

Ernest Fontwell investigates the perils of buying and owning a second-hand car...

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
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.

CITV 8pm (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.

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

Not Going Out

Series 8, Episode 7 - Enough

Are Lee and Lucy ready for another child?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8pm (repeat)
Ray's A Laugh

Ray's A Laugh

Time management - and some special detectives.

CITV 8:15pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 32 - Magpie

When nursing an injured magpie in his room, Mr Bean makes the discovery that magpies steal things that sparkle. When the police arrive to investigate the theft of his landlady's jewellery, it is not just Mr Bean who needs to take flight.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30pm (repeat)
The Eric Morecambe And Ernie Wise Show. Image shows from L to R: Eric Morecambe, Ernie Wise. Copyright: BBC

The Eric Morecambe And Ernie Wise Show

Series 1, Episode 5

The tale of Elizabeth Barrett and Robert Browning, and Ernie's set to retire. With guest singer Laura Lee.

Channel 5 logo 8:40pm
85 min
Carry On At Your Convenience. Bernie Hulke (Bernard Bresslaw). Copyright: Peter Rogers Productions

Secrets & Scandals Of Carry On

Behind-the-scenes stories reveal the truth behind the cheeky, cheerful image of the film series, including the treatment of the cast at the hands of millionaire producer Peter Rogers.

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

Not Going Out

Series 9, Episode 1 - Home Improvements

Lucy's father reluctantly allows Lee to help Lucy clear up the builder's mess in their new kitchen extension.

U&W channel logo 9:10pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Nessa (Ruth Jones), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Stacey (Joanna Page), Smithy (James Corden). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

A selection of episodes from the first series of the sitocm by and starring Ruth Jones and James Corden.

U&Dave channel logo 9:20pm (repeat)
QI Titles. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series E, Episode 3 - Eating

With Phill Jupitus, Johnny Vegas and Jimmy Carr.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Lee (Lee Mack)

Not Going Out

Series 9, Episode 5 - Pants On Fire

When Lee and Lucy cancel dinner with Toby and Anna at the last moment it opens up a can of worms.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 9:30pm
45 min
The John Bishop Show. John Bishop

The John Bishop Show

Series 2, Episode 6

Fay Ripley, Ashley Banjo and Shania Twain join John in the last episode of the series.

Radio 4 9:45pm (repeat)
The Skewer. Credit: BBC, Unusual Productions

The Skewer

Series 8, Episode 2

This week - a Sturgeon leaps, it's Balloondependence Day, and labour leader Mr Cellophane.

U&Yesterday channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

A selection of episodes from the third series of the prison-based sitcom.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 3, Episode 1 - Autumn

Simon's back in the village, and the Vicar's particularly looking to give him a warm welcome. Her parishioners, however, are somewhat slow on the uptake. When things go awry for the couple, Dibley is plunged into disarray.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (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.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Two Episodes Of Mash. Image shows from L to R: Diane Morgan, Joe Wilkinson. Copyright: BBC

Two Episodes Of Mash

Series 2, Episode 1

The show moves to Radio 4, and Diane and Joe discover they don't actually have a radio series at all. Find out why Rapunzel is getting a haircut, and what spiders do for entertainment.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Armstrong and Miller

Armstrong And Miller

Episode 1: Time management - and some special detectives.

BBC Four 10:30pm (repeat)
A Bit Of Fry & Laurie. Image shows from L to R: Stephen Fry, Hugh Laurie

A Bit Of Fry & Laurie

Episode 1 - Pilot

This Boxing Day pilot was the very first bit of Fry and Laurie. Sketches covered things such as Australian soap operas, a toy car showroom, and their own late-night review show "Argue the Toss".

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:45pm (repeat)
The In Crowd

The In Crowd

Episode 1: Comedy, with Smug Roberts, Kate Ward, Robin Ince and Helen Moon.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:55pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 3, Episode 2 - Winter

It's Christmas - not to mention the turn of the Millennium - in Dibley, and the Vicar is determined to put on a festive show that will be talked about for years. With Hugo, Frank and Owen in charge, they don't get off to a good start, but plans for a special live nativity, with the actually pregnant Alice as Mary, are soon being made.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 11pm (repeat)
Funny Woman. Barbara Parker (Gemma Arterton)

Funny Woman

Series 1, Episode 2

Barbara lands a dream role in a new TV comedy, but news from home on the eve of the show threatens to derail her opportunity, forcing her into an impossible decision.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Party. Image shows from L to R: Simon (Tom Basden), Phoebe (Katy Wix), Mel (Anna Crilly), Duncan (Tim Key), Jared (Jonny Sweet). Copyright: BBC

Party

Series 3, Episode 1 - The Curry

The group reconvene after their summer break and the ambition steps up a gear.

BBC Four 11pm (repeat)
A Bit Of Fry & Laurie. Image shows from L to R: Stephen Fry, Hugh Laurie

A Bit Of Fry & Laurie

Series 1, Episode 1

Sketches include Hugh's poem, Ted Cunterblast's The West Indies: A Nation of Cricketers and the haircut sketch ("Bitchmother Come Light My Bottom" by Sir William - Now Lord - Rees-Mogg).

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Nigel Ng

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 21 (Channel 4: Series 22), Episode 4

Jimmy Carr hosts, as Lee Mack and Joe Wilkinson take on Jon Richardson and Jessica Knappett. Comedian Nigel Ng is in Dictionary Corner. Regular Countdown mathematician Rachel Riley and lexicographer Susie Dent are on hand to adjudicate.

BBC Three 11:10pm (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Louise (Kathryn Drysdale), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Janet (Sheridan Smith), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 8, Special - The Aftermath - Part 1: Waiting For Gaz

Janet waits for Gaz to return to the pub and announce he has chosen her, unaware he has been in an accident and has already made his choice - Donna.

U&Dave channel logo 11:20pm (repeat)
QI Titles. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series E, Episode 4 - Exploration

With Rich Hall, Sean Lock and Bill Bailey.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Old Harry's Game. Image shows from L to R: Satan (Andy Hamilton), Gary (Steven O'Donnell). Copyright: BBC

Old Harry's Game

Series 4, Episode 6 - Beauty

God visits Hell and Satan persuades him to scrap mankind and leave Hell to it, and take him and the Professor to Heaven with him. However, the Professor has other ideas.

BBC Four 11:30pm (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 1, Episode 1 - You Must Remember This

Freelance secretary Judith works through her mother, Jean's, agency. When she goes to meet a new client, Lionel, to assist him in redrafting the manuscript for his autobiography, it rather curiously transpires that Lionel and Jean have met before.

5Star 11:35pm (repeat)
Shirley Valentine

Shirley Valentine

Overcome by the drudgery of life, housewife Shirley Valentine takes off on a life-changing holiday. Stars Pauline Collins and Tom Conti.

BBC Three 11:40pm (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Louise (Kathryn Drysdale), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Janet (Sheridan Smith), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 8, Special - The Aftermath - Part 2: Sliding Gaz

Gaz has fallen into a coma, shortly after telling Donna he wanted to be with her. As she sits by his bedside, she begs God to give him back, saying that she is prepared to take any consequences.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 11:45pm (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.

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Coupling. Image shows from L to R: Jane (Gina Bellman), Susan (Sarah Alexander), Jeff (Richard Coyle), Steve (Jack Davenport), Sally (Kate Isitt), Patrick (Ben Miles). Copyright: Hartswood Films Ltd

Coupling

A selection of episodes from the second series.

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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.

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

Have I Got News For You

Series 61, Episode 1

David Tennant guest presents. He will be joined by comedian Jack Dee and journalist Helen Lewis as the programme continues to record in studio, with a virtual audience.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Tom Allen

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 21 (Channel 4: Series 22), Episode 2

Jimmy Carr hosts the game show mash-up, with Countdown regulars Rachel Riley and Susie Dent. Jack Dee and Tom Allen take on Jon Richardson and Judi Love. John Cooper Clarke is in Dictionary Corner.

BBC Three 12:10am (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.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 12:15am (repeat)
Carters Get Rich. Image shows from L to R: Tony Carter (Rhashan Stone), Ellie Carter (Rhianna Merralls), Harry Carter (Rio Chambers), Liz Carter (Kerry Godliman). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Carters Get Rich

Episode 6

Harry and Honc are in trouble when a boy Harry met at computer camp claims he had a hand in inventing the app.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 12:35am (repeat)
Never Mind The Buzzcocks. Image shows left to right: Daisy May Cooper, Jamali Maddix, Greg Davies, Noel Fielding

Never Mind The Buzzcocks

Series 30, Episode 9

Joining the regulars this week are comedian and presenter Joel Dommett, ex-Geordie Shore star and now superstar DJ Joel Corry and rapper Lady Leshurr. On topic for this week is what surprising new career an S Club 7 member has found themselves doing and discovering what sound advice Stevie Nicks is getting from the ghost of her deceased mother Barbara! And if that wasn't enough, the teams must identify Thereza Bazaar from 80s icons Dollar and the real Graham Crabb from grebo legends Pop Will Eat Itself in the ID Parade.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 12:45am (repeat)
Code 404. Copyright: Zeppotron

Code 404

Series 3, Episode 1

Under investigation and stuck on limited duties, tensions are high between Carver and AI partner Major, but when a fellow copper is killed, it's back to action.

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60 min version
(repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Luisa Omielan, Nish Kumar, David O'Doherty. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 13, Episode 2 - Nish Kumar, Luisa Omielan, David O'Doherty

The talented Nish Kumar is your host for this episode as he introduces Luisa Omielan and David O'Doherty to the famous Apollo stage.

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The Emily Atack Show. Emily Atack. Credit: Monkey Kingdom

The Emily Atack Show

Series 3, Episode 3

Emily takes a comedic look at wellness, with sketches seeing her getting up to mischief at the clinic and misunderstanding cheat day. Plus, impressions of Billie Eilish and Adele.

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On The Buses. Inspector Blake (Stephen Lewis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 5, Episode 1 - The Nursery

A nursery is set up for the clippies' children and the Sister in charge requires an assistant. Something surely that even Olive can handle?

Comedy Central Extra 1:05am (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Jack Dee. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Jack Dee Live At The Apollo Series 1, Episode 1 - Joan Rivers

Jack Dee presents performances by some of his favourite stand-up acts at the London theatre. First on the bill is legendary American comedienne Joan Rivers, with her typically acid-tongued musings on marrying for money and celebrity Botox parties.

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On The Buses. Inspector Blake (Stephen Lewis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 5, Episode 2 - Stan's Room

Unable to get a moment's peace with clippie Doreen, Stan argues with his mother's rules and meddling and decides to move out. But only one room is near his price range - and Blakey is the landlord!

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 1:45am (repeat)
Buffering. Iain (Iain Stirling)

Buffering

Series 2, Episode 3 - Parental Approval Needed

Iain tries to impress his dad by pitching an idea for a ground-breaking primetime TV show to the new commissioner, with the help of Finn and Rosie. Meanwhile, Ashely suspects Greg's got a new girlfriend so enlists Thalia to discover who she is.

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The Vicar Of Dibley. Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 3, Episode 1 - Autumn

Simon's back in the village, and the Vicar's particularly looking to give him a warm welcome. Her parishioners, however, are somewhat slow on the uptake. When things go awry for the couple, Dibley is plunged into disarray.

Comedy Central Extra 2:05am (repeat)
Michael McIntyre's Big Show. Freya Ridings. Copyright: Hungry McBear

Michael McIntyre's Big Show

Series 5, Episode 2

Emma Bunton hands over her phone to play Send To All, whilst nine-year-old Souparnika Nair is the youngest Unexpected Star to date.

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The Vicar Of Dibley. Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 3, Episode 2 - Winter

It's Christmas - not to mention the turn of the Millennium - in Dibley, and the Vicar is determined to put on a festive show that will be talked about for years. With Hugo, Frank and Owen in charge, they don't get off to a good start, but plans for a special live nativity, with the actually pregnant Alice as Mary, are soon being made.

BBC Three 2:40am (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Louise (Kathryn Drysdale), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Janet (Sheridan Smith), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 8, Special - The Aftermath - Part 1: Waiting For Gaz

Janet waits for Gaz to return to the pub and announce he has chosen her, unaware he has been in an accident and has already made his choice - Donna.

Comedy Central Extra 3:05am (repeat)
Al Murray's Great British Pub Quiz. Image shows from L to R: Ed Byrne, Shaun Williamson, Al Murray, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Avalon Television

Al Murray's Great British Pub Quiz

Episode 16

Al, aided by barman Shaun Williamson and captains Andy Parsons and Ed Byrne, oversees the clash between The Carlyon Arms from St Austell, Cornwall, and The King's Head from Crouch End, north London.

BBC Three 3:10am (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Louise (Kathryn Drysdale), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Janet (Sheridan Smith), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 8, Special - The Aftermath - Part 2: Sliding Gaz

Gaz has fallen into a coma, shortly after telling Donna he wanted to be with her. As she sits by his bedside, she begs God to give him back, saying that she is prepared to take any consequences.

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The Rebel. Image shows from L to R: Henry Palmer (Simon Callow), Margaret (Anita Dobson). Copyright: Retort

The Rebel

Series 2, Episode 3 - Health

A misjudged late-night dip in the sea leaves both Henry and Charles very much worse for wear. As their symptoms deteriorate, they ultimately end up in hospital.

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Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lee (Lee Mack), Lucy (Sally Bretton). Copyright: Avalon Television

Not Going Out

Series 9, Episode 7 - Bust Up

Encouraged by Anna, Lucy considers whether a breast augmentation is for her.

BBC Three 3:40am (repeat)
Lazy Susan. Image shows from L to R: Celeste Dring, Freya Parker. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Lazy Susan

Episode 1 - Pilot

Meet Megan and Michaela just 'don't want any drama tonight' and Thomas and Sandrine the 'whimsical French woman, written by a man who's never met a woman'.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 3:45am (repeat)
Grace & Favour. Captain Stephen Peacock (Frank Thornton). Copyright: BBC

Ernest Fontwell Versus The Experts

Episode 2 - The Motoring Experts

Ernest Fontwell investigates the perils of buying and owning a second-hand car...

Comedy Central Extra 3:50am (repeat)
Channel Hopping With Jon Richardson. Suzi Ruffell. Copyright: Rumpus Media

Channel Hopping With Jon Richardson

Series 2, Episode 6

Jon gives his take on the world's wildest TV, with Suzi Ruffell and Judi Love. Featuring US reality show Best Funeral Ever, Suzi's TV obsession, and a televisual trip to Egypt.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4am (repeat)
Ray's A Laugh

Ray's A Laugh

Time management - and some special detectives.

Talking Pictures TV 4:30am (repeat)
Old Mother Riley In Paris

Old Mother Riley In Paris

A repeat of this 1938 film.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30am (repeat)
The Eric Morecambe And Ernie Wise Show. Image shows from L to R: Eric Morecambe, Ernie Wise. Copyright: BBC

The Eric Morecambe And Ernie Wise Show

Series 1, Episode 5

The tale of Elizabeth Barrett and Robert Browning, and Ernie's set to retire. With guest singer Laura Lee.

Comedy Central Extra 4:40am (repeat)
Your Face Or Mine. Image shows from L to R: Katherine Ryan, Vogue Williams, Spencer Matthews, Jimmy Carr. Copyright: Talkback

Your Face Or Mine

Series 6, Episode 1

We kick off a new series with a celebrity special featuring husband and Made In Chelsea star Spencer Matthews with model and wife Vogue Williams.

Comedy Central Extra 5am (repeat)
Your Face Or Mine. Copyright: Talkback

Your Face Or Mine

Series 6, Episode 2

Couple Kevin and Gabrielle are no strangers to making judgements at first glance as they met on dating app Tinder. They compare themselves to famous faces on the show to try to win money.

Comedy Central Extra 5:30am (repeat)
Blockbusters. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Dara O Briain, Oti Mabuse, Stacey Dooley. Copyright: Thames

Blockbusters

Series 2, Episode 1

Josh Widdicombe plays against TV presenter Stacey Dooley MBE and professional dancer Oti Mabuse. Can the Strictly Come Dancing pals beat the comedian?

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