British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Sunday 21st May 2023

Talking Pictures TV 6am (repeat)
Beauty And The Barge

Beauty And The Barge

Ethel is taken in by a barge skipper, to the fury of the widow he is courting.

Comedy Central Extra 6am (repeat)
Guessable?. Sindhu Vee

Guessable?

Series 3, Episode 3 - Darren And The Funny One From Friends

Sara Pascoe and team captains Alan Davies and Darren Harriott welcome guests Shaun Ryder, Nick Helm, Sindhu Vee and Melvin Odoom into the loft to play guessing games.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (repeat)
Never The Twain. Image shows from L to R: Simon Peel (Donald Sinden), Oliver Smallbridge (Windsor Davies). Copyright: Thames Television

Never The Twain

Series 10, Episode 6 - A Car By Any Other Name

Simon and Oliver find themselves on the wrong side of the law when what starts off as a simple joyride in the vicar's vintage Bentley turns out to be disastrous.

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

Lloyd Of The Flies

Episode 3 - Maggotsitting

With Gena and Malcolm out for the evening, Lloyd is left in charge of PB and 224 maggots - how hard can maggotsitting be? Keen to get his duties over as quickly as possible, Lloyd skimps on the bedtime story, prompting a mass exodus of maggots!

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

Lloyd Of The Flies

Episode 4 - Hardy Tardy

Lloyd adopts a tardigrade as a pet in spite of his parents warning that they never live for long. Regardless of his efforts to keep Nutbum alive, Lloyd finds it apparently dead the next day - thankfully, Cornea knows exactly what to do!

CITV 6:30am (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 2, Episode 45 - Twinfestation

Following an incident with the school photocopier, Dave must round up a hord of photocopies baby Spud twins.

CITV 6:45am (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 2, Episode 46 - Treasure Hunt

Dave uses a magnet to search for treasure but ends up attracting all of the town's metal - and not just the small stuff.

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

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 30 - The Boreal Forest, Canada

Grandmaster Glitch's Grimbots really need some cuddles, so it's down to Glitch to find them a new teddy bear!

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

Shaun The Sheep

Series 5, Episode 15 - Keeping The Peace

After spending the night putting together the bed instead of sleeping in it, the Farmer has a lie in and Bitzer is in charge of making sure his master's rest is uninterrupted. Keeping the farm quiet proves to be a full time job for Bitzer.

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

Sketchy Comedy

Episode 6

A football, biscuit, sofa bed and pair of shoes are among the items getting the Sketchy treatment.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:10am (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 2, Episode 8 - For Love Or Money

Desmond and Porkpie reform their old band, the Georgetown Dreamers, in hope of winning the cash prize in a local music competition sponsored by Michael's bank...

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

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 1 - Dark Dawn

Pink Dawn's henchman teddy bear Snuggles is on an angry rampage. He is zapping cuddly toys, bringing them to life as rage-filled criminals.

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

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 45 - Finding Scruffbutt

It's Pieface's turn to look after class hamster, Space Captain Harrison McScruff-Butt. His own self doubt and Walter's resolve to sabotage him lead to a rescue mission to free Scruff-Butt from Walter's mansion.

Talking Pictures TV 7:30am (repeat)
Tons Of Trouble. Mr Pastry (Richard Hearne)

Tons Of Trouble

Mr Pastry loses his job but then finds himself sought after by a wealthy man who needs him to close a deal.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40am (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 2, Episode 9 - Stop The World, I Want To Get Off

Shirley's feeling lost: 'wife', 'mother', 'shopper' - but no longer herself. Although she goes missing, Desmond almost fails to notice as he is engaged in the annual dominoes contest at the shop.

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

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 31 - Timgad Ruins, Algeria

The Go Jetters travel to Algeria in north Africa to check out the ancient Timgad Ruins.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:10am (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 3 - Local Hero

Baby Mohammad is having a few unsettled nights, and Shazia and Amjad are finding it difficult to cope with the lack of sleep. Meanwhile, Mr Khan tries to win a Pride of Birmingham award.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:25am (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 2, Episode 1 - Double Trouble

When Shaun dresses as the farmer he suddenly has the power to boss Bitzer around, so he decides to throw a party. All goes to plan until Shaun encounters the real farmer...

U&Dave channel logo 8:30am (repeat)
Big Zuu's Big Eats. Image shows from L to R: Mo Gilligan, Big Zuu

Big Zuu's Big Eats

Series 2, Episode 7 - Mo Gilligan

Big Zuu cooks for BAFTA winning comedian Mo Gilligan. Mo is preparing to try out some new material at a South London comedy venue so Zuu is pulling out all the stops to provide him with the ultimate post-gig meal.

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

Bitz & Bob

Series 2, Episode 12 - Amazing Owl Club

Bitz and Purl start the Amazing Owl Club, with a special badge with flapping owl wings that allows members entry to the exclusive clubhouse.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:50am (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 4 - Chicken Shop

Mr Khan is opening a fried chicken franchise on the High Street.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
Instant Sunshine

Instant Sunshine

David Barlow, Peter Christie, Miles Kington and Alan Maryon-Davis entertain with songs and sketches to help beath the weather.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:25am (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 15 episodes from the David Jason sitcom.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
The Navy Lark. Copyright: BBC

The Navy Lark

Series 9, Episode 5 - The Naval Review

Classic radio sitcom about life aboard a British Royal Navy frigate.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 9:50am (repeat)
Breeders. Image shows from L to R: Paul (Martin Freeman), Jim (Alun Armstrong), Jackie (Joanna Bacon), Ally (Daisy Haggard). Copyright: Avalon Television

Breeders

A selection of episodes from the third series.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:50am (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.

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

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Swimming Lesson

Sweep is scared of the water and cannot reach his frisbee when it lands in the sea. Luckily Richard is giving swimming lessons at the holiday park, and Sooty wants Sweep to join in. Will Sweep take the plunge and overcome his fears?

Comedy Central Extra 10:30am (repeat)
The Comedy Bus. Joel Dommett. Copyright: Spelthorne Community Television

The Comedy Bus

Episode 2 - Joel Dommett's Rockhampton

Joel Dommett and his comic friends visit his home town in Gloucestershire. They'll be staying in Joel's family home and recreating some old school memories by getting Joel's school band back together, and putting the Rock back into Rockhampton!

TNT Sports 1 logo 11am (repeat)
The Football's On. Copyright: BT Sport

The Football's On

Series 10, Episode 12

A humorous look at the week's football stories with Ian Stone and guests.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 11am (repeat)
Doc Martin

Doc Martin

Series 5, Episode 6 - Don't Let Go

PC Joe Penhale is desperate to keep Maggie and show her he's changed; that he's the macho husband she wants. But once she has the all clear from the doctor, Maggie plans to return to Bude.

U&Dave channel logo 12pm (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 repeat-run of the second series of the sitcom by and starring Ruth Jones and James Corden.

Radio 4 12pm (repeat)
Just A Minute. Sue Perkins. Copyright: BBC

Just A Minute

Series 91, Episode 7 - The Letter Q, Chaise Longue And Hazard of the Job

Sue Perkins challenges Paul Merton, Felicity Ward, Ivo Graham and Josie Lawrence to speak for 60 seconds without repetition, deviation or hesitation.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 12:05pm (repeat)
Doc Martin

Doc Martin

Series 5, Episode 7 - Cats And Sharks

Bert Large's restaurant business is financial trouble. He can't even afford the food and drink for a charity event to raise money for Florence Dingle's cat sanctuary. Mrs Dingle is distraught. She desperately needs the money to continue to look after the cats and kittens in her care.

Talking Pictures TV 12:45pm (repeat)
Passport To Pimlico. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Pemberton (Stanley Holloway), P.C. Spiller (Philip Stainton), Central European (Paul Demel). Copyright: Ealing Studios / STUDIOCANAL

Passport To Pimlico

Ealing comedy about a legal discovery that leads the residents of Pimlico to declare themselves an independent nation, Burgundy.

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

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 18 - Ahoy There

A game of beach volleyball is interrupted when a ball thrown by Bevel dislodges the gang's raft.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Martha Howe-Douglas, Ben Willbond, Mathew Baynton. Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 2, Episode 10

King Charles I sends someone else to get married for him, a new recruit regrets joining the Georgian Army, and Queen Cleopatra reveals her weird beauty secrets.

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

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 50 - Meteorite Mayhem, Wolfe Creek Crater, Australia

The Go Jetters are in Australia, exploring the Wolfe Creek Crater, also known as Kandimalal. While Ubercorn explains how the crater was formed by a meteorite, Foz searches it for fragments of the space rock, as objects from space often contain precous metals. But soon he has competition in the form of Glitch.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:30pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

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

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

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 51 - Go Jet Academy: Birthday Surprise

The Go Jetters face their toughest mission yet: organising a birthday party for Ubercorn without him finding out!

CITV 2pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 19 - Bad Computer

George finds a computer called Val but Val has a mind of her own. Soon she's set about uploading embarrassing videos to social media.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2pm (repeat)
Instant Sunshine

Instant Sunshine

David Barlow, Peter Christie, Miles Kington and Alan Maryon-Davis entertain with songs and sketches to help beath the weather.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:10pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

A selection of episodes from the second series of the Beano creation.

CITV 2:15pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 20 - The Coat

When Dave needs a new coat, Gran kindly suggests she knows a good one by the carpark bin. Dave promptly gets trapped inside the coat and discovers it's past.

Talking Pictures TV 2:30pm (repeat)
The Larkins. Image shows from L to R: Ada Larkins (Peggy Mount), Alf Larkins (David Kossoff). Copyright: Associated Television

The Larkins

Series 2, Episode 3 - Haul For One

The Larkins have used every possible system when filling in their pools coupon, without success. Now, Joyce has a new plan in which each family member completes a line. It works wonderfully, with one line on the coupon winning first dividend - the treble chance! But whose line was it?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2:30pm (repeat)
The Navy Lark. Copyright: BBC

The Navy Lark

Series 9, Episode 5 - The Naval Review

Classic radio sitcom about life aboard a British Royal Navy frigate.

U&W channel logo 3pm (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 eighth and ninth series of the Robert Lindsay sitcom.

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

Supertato

Series 1, Episode 16 - Winter Wonderland

Evil Pea thinks the Veggies won't like it when she covers the supermarket in ice, but instead they have the best snow day ever, so she creates a giant snowball to ruin their fun.

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 1 - Salmon (River Tweed, Scotland)

The third series of Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Fishing begins with Paul and Bob taking a trip to the River Tweed in Scotland, where they continue their quest to catch a salmon.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:20pm (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 1, Episode 8 - Training Waffle

Evie, Doug, Jess and Gramps take Waffle to his first puppy training class. Waffle can't resist causing chaos. Simon stays at home to look for his missing sock.

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 2 - Paul's Childhood River (River Lea, Hertfordshire)

Paul takes Bob to Hertfordshire's River Lea, where Paul fished as a teenager.

U&Dave channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Red Dwarf. Image shows from L to R: Cat (Danny John-Jules), Rimmer (Chris Barrie), Lister (Craig Charles), Kryten (Robert Llewellyn). Copyright: UKTV

Red Dwarf

A selection of episodes from Series XII.

CITV 6:30pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.

Talking Pictures TV 7pm (repeat)
Talking Pictures TV

Vote For Huggett

The Huggett family try their hands at politics.

Radio 4 7:15pm (repeat)
Mark Steel's In Town. Mark Steel. Copyright: BBC

Mark Steel's In Town

Series 9, Episode 5 - The Forest of Dean

In this episode Mark visits the Forest of Dean in Gloucestershire... and he manages to get out alive.

U&Drama channel logo 7:55pm (repeat)
Jonathan Creek. Jonathan Creek (Alan Davies). Copyright: BBC

Jonathan Creek

Series 3, Episode 1 - The Curious Tale Of Mr Spearfish

Lenny Spearfish wasn't having a good life until he agrees to sell his soul to the devil - now he's unbelievably rich and seemingly immortal.

U&Yesterday channel logo 8pm (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!

A selection of episodes from the fifth series of the wartime sitcom.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8pm (repeat)
Instant Sunshine

Instant Sunshine

David Barlow, Peter Christie, Miles Kington and Alan Maryon-Davis entertain with songs and sketches to help beath the weather.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20pm (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 9 - War Dance

Captain Mainwaring organises a dance event in order to improve relations between members of the platoon. However, the event is likely to be spoilt with Pike's plan to announce a surprise engagement.

CITV 8:25pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 2, Episode 45 - Twinfestation

Following an incident with the school photocopier, Dave must round up a hord of photocopies baby Spud twins.

CITV 8:30pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 19 - Bad Computer

George finds a computer called Val but Val has a mind of her own. Soon she's set about uploading embarrassing videos to social media.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30pm (repeat)
The Navy Lark. Copyright: BBC

The Navy Lark

Series 9, Episode 5 - The Naval Review

Classic radio sitcom about life aboard a British Royal Navy frigate.

CITV 8:40pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 20 - The Coat

When Dave needs a new coat, Gran kindly suggests she knows a good one by the carpark bin. Dave promptly gets trapped inside the coat and discovers it's past.

CITV 8:40pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 2, Episode 46 - Treasure Hunt

Dave uses a magnet to search for treasure but ends up attracting all of the town's metal - and not just the small stuff.

U&Drama channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Jonathan Creek. Jonathan Creek (Alan Davies). Copyright: BBC

Jonathan Creek

Series 3, Episode 2 - The Eyes Of Tiresias

A 73-year-old widow's dreams are foretelling deaths. Is it just coincidence? Is she psychic? Or is it just something in the goldfish food...?

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

Billy Connolly Does...

Series 1, Episode 4 - Nature

According to Billy, crocodiles hate heavy rock, polar bears are surprisingly sneaky and Unicorns reside in Scotland! Settle in for some great time as Billy talks about his lifelong love of all things furry and
his hopes about what's next in store for Mother Earth.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled. Image shows left to right: Sue Perkins, Jamali Maddix, Alan Davies, Josh Jones, Lara Ricote

Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled

Series 7, Episode 1

Joining Alan Davies at the table are: actor, comedian, writer and presenter, Sue Perkins; award-winning hot shot comic, Lara Ricote; cutting edge stand-up, Jamali Maddix; and the Mancunian ray of sunshine that is Josh Jones. The conversation ricochets between revelations about nuns, nun chucks, Mexican soap royalty, hallucinogens, sun beds and foam parties...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (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

A selection of episodes from the first series of the quick sketch show.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 10pm (repeat)
Still Game. Image shows from L to R: Victor McDade (Greg Hemphill), Jack Jarvis (Ford Kiernan). Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Still Game

Series 5, Episode 5 - All The Best

Winston's had enough of Craiglang and decides he wants to live beside the seaside. Jack and Victor become wedding chauffeurs for the day and get to meet a Ken Dodd look-a-like.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Meet The Richardsons. Image shows left to right: Lucy (Lucy Beaumont), Sally Phillips, Kemah Bob

Meet The Richardsons

Series 4, Episode 7

Jon and Lucy find out what real love looks like with Marcus Brigstocke and Rachel Parris, Jon gets into shape for five-a-side football, and Sally Phillips hijacks Lucy's sketch show.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Start/Stop. Barney (Jack Docherty). Copyright: BBC

Start/Stop

Series 1, Episode 6

This week a lunch invitation looks like it might change everything.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 10:30pm (repeat)
Two Doors Down. Image shows from L to R: Christine (Elaine C. Smith), Sophie (Sharon Rooney). Copyright: BBC

Two Doors Down

Series 2, Episode 6

Beth is organising the perfect baby shower for mum-to-be Sophie.

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

Isy Suttie's Love Letters

Series 2, Episode 1 - Eleanor And Mr Woodfield

Isy returns to her home town of Matlock and observes the unfolding romance between Eleanor, a dinner lady, and Mr Woodfield, a teacher - both of whom are unhappily married, but find solace in their workplace friendship.

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Smithy (James Corden). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 2, Christmas Special - Gavin & Stacey Christmas Special

It's Christmas Eve and the Wests join the Shipmans for one of Mick's famous turkey dinners.

Comedy Central 11pm (repeat)
Lee Evans XL Tour 2005 Live. Lee Evans. Copyright: Little Mo Films

Lee Evans XL Tour 2005 Live

Stand-up Lee Evans returns to Wales, the land of his ancestors, to perform to over 4,000 fans at the Cardiff International Arena.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Andy Hamilton. Copyright: Steve Ullathorne

Andy Hamilton Sort Of Remembers

Series 1, Episode 3 - The Human Body

Andy examines our attitude to the human body, and he recalls how his own body and brain have occasionally conspired against him over the years.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Brian Appleton's History Of Rock 'n' Roll. Brian Appleton (Graham Fellows). Copyright: BBC

Brian Appleton's History Of Rock 'n' Roll

Episode 3 - Come up and See Me

How Brian's interruption of a recording session inadvertently gave Steve Harley and Cockney Rebel their biggest hit.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:45pm (repeat)
Self-Storage. Copyright: BBC

Self-Storage

Series 2, Episode 3

Ron and Geoff arrange a celebratory meal for Dave's birthday.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 11:50pm (repeat)
Ladies Of Letters. Image shows from L to R: Vera Small (Anne Reid), Irene Spencer (Maureen Lipman). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Ladies Of Letters

Series 2, Episode 7

Having been 'rescued' from the clinic by Damon and Karen, Irene is now living rough in the outback.

Comedy Central Midnight (repeat)
Kevin Bridges: A Whole Different Story. Kevin Bridges

Kevin Bridges: A Whole Different Story

Scottish stand-up Kevin Bridges performs in this TV edit of his 2015 show.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV Midnight (repeat)
Billy Connolly Does.... Billy Connolly

Billy Connolly Does...

Series 1, Episode 4 - Nature

According to Billy, crocodiles hate heavy rock, polar bears are surprisingly sneaky and Unicorns reside in Scotland! Settle in for some great time as Billy talks about his lifelong love of all things furry and
his hopes about what's next in store for Mother Earth.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight (repeat)
Red Dwarf. Image shows from L to R: Cat (Danny John-Jules), Rimmer (Chris Barrie), Lister (Craig Charles), Kryten (Robert Llewellyn). Copyright: UKTV

Red Dwarf

A selection of episodes from Series X and XI.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 12:25am (repeat)
Ladies Of Letters. Image shows from L to R: Vera Small (Anne Reid), Irene Spencer (Maureen Lipman). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Ladies Of Letters

Series 2, Episode 8

Vera reports more violence and mayhem at the trailer park, but is still providing a happy home there for granddaughter Sabrina.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1am (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

A selection of episodes from the first series of the quick sketch show.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 1:35am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 3, Episode 1 - Dead Men Do Tell Tales

Terry gets another dead-end job when Arthur agrees to look after a coffin. What is really in it?

Talking Pictures TV 1:45am (repeat)
Talking Pictures TV

How To Undress In Public (Without Undue Embarrassment)

A repeat of this 1965 film.

U&Dave channel logo 2am (repeat)
Comedy Against Living Miserably. Nish Kumar

Comedy Against Living Miserably

Episode 2

Darren Harriott, Seann Walsh and Suzi Ruffell join host Nish Kumar.

Comedy Central Extra 3am (repeat)
Guessable?. Gyles Brandreth

Guessable?

Series 3, Episode 8 - Every Time You Say That We Lose

The show welcomes Gogglebox legend and former MP Gyles Brandreth, and comedians Nick Helm, Sarah Kendall and Katy Wix into the Comedy Central attic for more guessing games. Gyles reveals why his stage career was a bit eggy, and we have a warm round of applause for cystitis in 'Spells Like Team Spirit'. And Darren is feeling particularly tense with his team!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3am (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Edina (Jennifer Saunders), Patsy (Joanna Lumley). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 5, Episode 6 - Schmoozin'

Eddy's first ever boyfriend, Pete, is back on the scene, and he's in possession of a set of lost Beatles recordings. As he, Patsy and Eddy celebrate the find and prepare to unveil the tapes to the world, it seems that nothing can go wrong.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 3am (repeat)
Instant Sunshine

Instant Sunshine

David Barlow, Peter Christie, Miles Kington and Alan Maryon-Davis entertain with songs and sketches to help beath the weather.

Comedy Central 3:25am (repeat)
Rhod Gilbert's Growing Pains. Nabil Abdulrashid

Rhod Gilbert's Growing Pains

Series 3, Episode 4

Jo Brand, Jordan Banjo and Nabil Abdulrashid reflect on their teenage years, with revelations about the theft of underwear and body-popping skills.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:30am (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Edina (Jennifer Saunders), Patsy (Joanna Lumley). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 5, Episode 7 - Exploitin'

Saffy's feeling the stress of motherhood, and taunted by Patsy as to her tired emotional and physical state, agrees to allow Eddy to look after Jane for the day. Unfortunately, the wayward grandmother doesn't have entirely honest intentions for the young one.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 3:30am (repeat)
The Navy Lark. Copyright: BBC

The Navy Lark

Series 9, Episode 5 - The Naval Review

Classic radio sitcom about life aboard a British Royal Navy frigate.

Comedy Central Extra 3:45am (repeat)
Al Murray's Great British Pub Quiz. Image shows from L to R: Ed Byrne, Shaun Williamson, Al Murray, Marcus Brigstocke. Copyright: Avalon Television

Al Murray's Great British Pub Quiz

Episode 17

The host, aided by barman Shaun Williamson and captains Ed Byrne and Marcus Brigstoke, oversees the contest between The Bob Stewart's from Belfast and The Badger Inn from Cheshire.

Comedy Central 4:10am (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?

Comedy Central 4:35am (repeat)
Blockbusters. Dara O Briain. Copyright: Thames

Blockbusters

Series 2, Episode 2

A-level students Freya and Rowan play against solo player Usman as they put young people's intelligence to the test.

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Never The Twain. Image shows from L to R: Simon Peel (Donald Sinden), Oliver Smallbridge (Windsor Davies). Copyright: Thames Television

Never The Twain

Series 11, Episode 1 - Viva Espana

When Ringo wins a holiday, Simon and Oliver are soon vying to accompany him.

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