British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Thursday 4th May 2023

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

Taskmaster

Series 7, Episode 3 - Twelve Blush Majesty Two

Rhod Gilbert force-feeds Greg's exec sec Alex Horne a jug of mocha, Kerry Godliman boshes a cricket ball with a croquet mallet and Phil Wang makes a really strange noise.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:15pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 4, Episode 5 - Looking At Properties

Thinking small doesn't come easy to Hyacinth - just as Richard feared. He's particularly worried as he has to pick Daddy up from the police station, leaving her to look at holiday homes alone.

BBC Radio Wales. Copyright: BBC 6:30pm
30 min
Bravo Two Charlies. PC Dennis Babb (Martin Trenaman). Copyright: Giddy Goat Productions

Bravo Two Charlies

Series 4, Episode 2 - Morocco

PC Grace Bevan faces her greatest challenge to date: getting herself out of compulsory national service in her previously unknown 'home' country of Morocco. Meanwhile, Sgt Price is, as ever, challenging the masculinity of his erstwhile policing partner, Gavin Howells, and PCs Babb and Cushion are planning their holidays. Back at HQ, Sian is doing her best to keep them all on an even keel.

Radio 4 6:30pm (repeat)
Alfie Moore: It's A Fair Cop. Alfie Moore. Copyright: BBC

Alfie Moore: It's A Fair Cop

Series 5, Episode 2 - Babysitter

How many times have you been filmed without your knowledge today? PC Alfie Moore takes us through a real life case of invasion of privacy and consent.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:55pm (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Image shows from L to R: Gladys Pugh (Ruth Madoc), Peggy Ollerenshaw (Su Pollard), Sqdn-Ldr Clive Dempster DFC (David Griffin), Fred Quilly (Felix Bowness), Ted Bovis (Paul Shane), Spike Dixon (Jeffrey Holland), Yvonne Stuart-Hargreaves (Diane Holland), Barry Stuart-Hargreaves (Barry Howard). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 6, Episode 1 - It's Murder

The drunken antics of Mr Partridge cause Yvonne and Barry to start a petition to get him sacked. Unfortunately, Mr Partridge goes missing...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:35pm (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 2, Episode 1 - Operation Kilt

The platoon take part in an exercise in which they must protect the church hall from being captured by full-time soldiers lead by a Scottish captain.

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

Rob And Romesh Vs

Series 3, Episode 3 - Drag

For the final show of the series, Rob and Romesh will become Drag Queens. They'll be getting a full make from the stars of Drag Race - The Vivienne and Baga Chipz. They meet icon Michelle Visage to find their drag personas. Before each of them perform their very own drag routine in front of live audience.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 8pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Steve Pemberton. Credit: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 16, Episode 1

Celebrity guests Bez, Motsi Mabuse, Shazia Mirza and Steve Pemberton reveal extraordinary stories about themselves, but are they telling the truth or making it all up?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:15pm (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 2, Episode 2 - The Battle Of Godfrey's Cottage

Mainwaring plans to use Godfrey's cottage as a vital post in case the Germans should ever invade. His plan is put into action when the church bells ring.

U&Dave channel logo 8:20pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Sarah Millican, Stephen Fry, Eddie Kadi, Noel Fielding. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series M, Episode 14 - Messy

With Noel Fielding, Eddie Kadi and Sarah Millican.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Series 2, Episode 4 - Super Mammy

Agnes is feeling self-conscious about her weight after some less-than-flattering comments from her family. She decides to go on a diet but struggles to keep her resolve when she sees her favourite foods.

Sky Atlantic logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm
30 min
Dreamland. Nan (Sheila Reid)

Dreamland

Episode 5

Nan is in hospital but on the mend, after initially thinking she was dying. The family visit and are relieved to find her perky and on her phone.

BBC Two 9pm (repeat)
Guilt

Guilt

Series 3, Episode 2

Max and Jake seek refuge with a face from the past in the Highlands, but Teddy is on their trail. Scotland's national bank is being sold, and Maggie sees an opportunity.

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 58, Episode 5

Guest host Adil Ray is joined by panellists comedian Ivo Graham and journalist Helen Lewis, plus Ian and Paul.

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.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm
60 min
Taskmaster. Mae Martin

Taskmaster

Series 15, Episode 6 - It's My Milk Now

Greg Davies has some tricky judging to do when people question the definition of the colour gold and nobody understands a simple egg-shelling task. As usual, Alex Horne offers sterling support to all concerned.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40pm (repeat)
Billy Connolly Does.... Billy Connolly

Billy Connolly Does...

Series 1, Episode 2 - Fatherhood

Has there ever been a happier father than Billy Connolly? Prepare for a treat as Billy chats in his Florida home, divulging why pierced nipples are a must have accessory for any parent.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
Inside No. 9. Image shows left to right: Barry Styles (Steve Pemberton), Gareth Beckman (Reece Shearsmith)

Inside No. 9

Series 8, Episode 3 - Paraskevidekatriaphobia

Gareth is definitely going to be working from home today. Just to be on the safe side. In case anything unlucky happens. Because today just happens to be Friday the thirteenth.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
40 min
Meet The Richardsons. Image shows left to right: Jay Rayner, Rav Wilding, Lucy (Lucy Beaumont), Jon (Jon Richardson)

Meet The Richardsons

Series 4, Episode 5

Jon considers doing a canoe man and faking his own death. Lucy gets to work on her sketch show but when Sally Phillips has cold feet Lucy must get another genuine comedy legend on board.

BBC Three 10pm (repeat)
Man Like Mobeen. Mobeen (Guz Khan)

Man Like Mobeen

Series 2, Episode 1 - Prom Night

It's Aks's prom night - but will Mobeen let her go? There are rumours about the debauchery at previous proms and the threat of a stabbing.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
35 min
The Curse. Albert Fantoni (Allan Mustafa)

The Curse

Series 2, Episode 3 - All Roads Lead To Pablo

The gang head to Colombia to meet the cartel, headed by the infamous Pablo Escobar, to discuss their gold for cocaine trade. Meanwhile, Tash's friendship blossoms with undercover Detective Thread and Sidney has an unexpected visitor at his beach bar.

BBC Three 10:25pm (repeat)
Man Like Mobeen. Image shows from L to R: Nate (Tolulope Ogunmefun), Aks (Duaa Karim), Mobeen (Guz Khan), Eight (Tez Ilyas)

Man Like Mobeen

Series 2, Episode 2 - Wrestling With The NHS

Aks breaks her shoulder and heads for hospital but the authorities start to get suspicious about how she may have sustained her injuries.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:35pm
35 min
The Curse. David Nelson (Kiell Smith-Bynoe)

The Curse

Series 2, Episode 4 - Kill The Story

All hell breaks loose as the gang become front page news. Their new life in Spain is under threat, and drastic action is needed. But it's not long before they pass the point of no return.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40pm (repeat)
Back To Life. Miranda (Daisy Haggard). Copyright: Two Brothers Pictures

Back To Life

Series 1, Episode 1

Just released from prison after eighteen years and trying to nudge her way back into society, Miri is the ultimate Adult Beginner.

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain

Mock The Week

A selection of episodes from the 15th and 16th series of the satirical panel game.

BBC Four 10:45pm (repeat)
Blue Murder At St. Trinian's. Copyright: John Harvel Productions / STUDIOCANAL

Blue Murder At St. Trinian's

The girls of St. Trinian's win a tour of Europe, getting involved in love, stolen diamonds and plenty of chaos along the way.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 10:45pm (repeat)
Life After Deaf. Image shows left to right: John Bishop, Joe Bishop

Life After Deaf

Episode 1 - John & Joe Bishop: Life After Deaf

Comedian and actor John Bishop's eldest son, Joe, has an autoimmune condition causing progressive deafness. After a decade of trying to 'fix' Joe's hearing, the family come to the realisation that it is now time to reconsider and find out more about the deaf community. John has set himself the target of delivering an entire signed stand-up comedy gig to a deaf audience.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm
15 min
Machynlleth sign. Copyright: BBC

Comedy Club At Machynlleth

Series 2, Episode 6

Alexis Dubus talks to Stephen Bailey about his comedy character Marcel Lucont's show for 'awful children'. We'll hear about the pressures of working with children, and how to make comedy for a younger audience. Plus we hear a song from sketch double act Shelf from their show for families.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:10pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Richard Ayoade

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 20 (Channel 4: Series 21), Episode 4

Jon Richardson and Sara Pascoe take on Sean Lock and Richard Ayoade. Nick Helm joins Susie in Dictionary Corner.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20pm (repeat)
Back To Life. Miranda (Daisy Haggard). Copyright: Two Brothers Pictures

Back To Life

Series 1, Episode 2

Miri is undeterred as she prepares for her first day of work at Nathan's Fish & Chip shop, intent on making a success of her fresh start. But how will the locals react to her new role at the already unpopular shop?


Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:55pm (repeat)
The Office. Image shows from L to R: Gareth Keenan (Mackenzie Crook), David Brent (Ricky Gervais). Copyright: BBC

The Office

Series 1, Episode 1 - Downsize

David Brent is informed by Head Office that his Slough branch of Wernham Hogg paper merchants might be closed down. David's deep rooted need to be popular triumphs over realism and he immediately promises the staff there will be no redundancies.

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