Schedule Tuesday 1st August 2023
11:30am30 min
The Balsall Heath Bohemians
Stewart Lee uncovers the pioneers of surrealism subverting reality in Birmingham's suburbs.
6pm
(repeat)
The Good Life
Series 3, Episode 1 - The Early BirdsAfter accidentally waking the Leadbetters at an ungodly hour, Tom and Barbara promise future consideration and decide to live their lives by nature's clock while they have so much work to do. However, that soon proves easier said than done.
6pm
(repeat)
Taskmaster
Series 5, Episode 1 - Dignity IntactAisling Bea, Bob Mortimer, Mark Watson, Nish Kumar and Sally Phillips are the chosen quintet who all harbour the same dream of lifting the premier prize in television, sport, or indeed, any field at all: Greg's decapitated head on a spiked plinth. First up they play basketball without hands, get stranded in a lake and devise special cuddles for a special someone.
6:30pm
(repeat)
The Ultimate Choice
Series 1, Episode 2Steph McGovern asks some seriously funny minds to offer definitive answers to the great questions of our age. Or not. With guests Amy Gledhill and Andrew Maxwell.
6:40pm
(repeat)
Dad's Army
Series 8, Episode 1 - Ring Dem BellsThe platoon are to take part in a training film, but are horrified to learn that they are to play the Germans. There's also the issue of trying not to be seen in Nazi uniforms for fear of causing a panic.
7:20pm
(repeat)
Dad's Army
Series 8, Episode 2 - When You've Got To GoMrs. Pike is shocked to learn that Pike has been successfully called up into the armed forces despite his health. Meanwhile, Mainwaring has set himself the near-impossible task of finding enough people to donate 100 pints of blood.
7:30pm
(repeat)
Bloods
Series 2, Episode 4Wendy realises she has to address Spencer's poor behaviour when he spends the day on the road with her and Maleek. Jo makes an allegation against George.
8pm
(repeat)
dinnerladies
Series 2, Episode 2 - TroubleJean's husband leaves her for a dental assistant in south Wales, and her colleagues feel the force of her frustration and anger. Meanwhile, Petula has a more-than-slightly surprising announcement to make.
8pm30 min
Michael Crawford And Michele Dotrice Remember... Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em
Stars Michael Crawford and Michele Dotrice reflect on hit sitcom Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em.
8:20pm
(repeat)
Would I Lie To You?
Series 14, Episode 8Host Rob Brydon and captains David Mitchell and Lee Mack welcome Maya Jama, Roisin Conaty, Roman Kemp and Xand van Tulleken to the comedy panel show on which the teams reveal extraordinary stories about themselves.
8:30pm
(repeat)
8:40pm
(repeat)
Gavin & Stacey
Series 2, Episode 4Mick becomes a minor celebrity for the night after appearing on the news.
9pm
(repeat)
Never Mind The Buzzcocks
Series 29, Episode 3Noel Fielding is joined by comedian Richard Ayoade and DJ Majestic whilst Daisy May Cooper and regular Jamali Maddix welcome singer, presenter and former Saturday Mollie King. From absurd first-time experiences for Snoop Dogg and Elton John to appearances from Blazin' Squad and Big Bruvaz, no area of music trivia is left undiscussed.
9pm
(repeat)
The Trip
The Trip To Greece, Episode 5 - Hydra To The ManiAfter spending the night with Steve, Yolanda leaves to catch the ferry back from Hydra with Emma. Over breakfast, Rob half-jokingly tries to persuade Steve that she could be "the one" for him. At lunch, Steve and Rob discuss the pros and cons of the
government of ancient Sparta, which was restricted to the over-60s, and the young waitress causes them to reflect upon middle age.
9pm60 min version (repeat)
9pm30 min version (repeat)
To Be Perfectly Frank
Documentary following Michael Crawford and the making of Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em.
9:20pm
(repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous
Series 5, Episode 3 - Panickin'Patsy takes on her first proper celebrity styling client, in the form of actress Minnie Driver. Unfortunately Eddy's had a panic room installed - the latest craze - and they promptly manage to lock themselves in...
9:35pm
(repeat)
The Trip
The Trip To Greece, Episode 6 - The Mani To IthacaRob and Steve's island-hopping tour is cut short in King Nestor's home of Pilos as Steve receives some bad news. It makes for an emotional journey home.
9:45pm
(repeat)
Never Mind The Buzzcocks
Series 29, Episode 4Noel Fielding is joined by DJ Jax Jones and actor Mike Wozniak as they face off against Daisy May Cooper, regular Jamali Maddix and singer Ella Henderson. The first round leaves the teams bemused by the bizarre excuses given by Morrissey and Nicki Minaj to cancel shows and a special rendition of a height-based ID parade keeps them all guessing.
10pm60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo
Series 10, Episode 3 - Frankie Boyle, Simon Evans, Aisling BeaFrankie Boyle hosts, with performers Simon Evans and Aisling Bea.
10pm
(repeat)
Plebs
Series 1, Episode 1 - The OrgyThings take an upward turn for the boys when Marcus meets some fit Britons in the courtyard and Stylax finds a flyer to an orgy. With his grocery budget now spent on orgy tickets, Grumio must scrimp and save in order to put food on the table.
10:30pm
(repeat)
Then You Run
Episode 4Tara and Stink sell Reagan's drugs at a festival but with the help of Dagmar, he and his men track them down. As Tara tries to evade her furious uncle, Stink's reunited with Marten. But the afternoon ends in tragedy, with devastating repercussions.
10:30pm
(repeat)
Plebs
Series 1, Episode 2 - The GladiatorDanny Dyer guest stars as Cynthia's new boyfriend Cassius, a friendly local gladiator who immediately proves a rival to Marcus in the quest for Cynthia's affections.
11pm
(repeat)
dinnerladies
Series 2, Episode 2 - TroubleJean's husband leaves her for a dental assistant in south Wales, and her colleagues feel the force of her frustration and anger. Meanwhile, Petula has a more-than-slightly surprising announcement to make.
11pm60 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You
Series 58, Episode 2Victoria Coren Mitchell hosts the satirical quiz, as guests including comedian Ross Noble and journalist Rachel Johnson joining regular team leaders Ian Hislop and Paul Merton to poke fun at the week's events.
11:40pm
(repeat)
Gavin & Stacey
Series 2, Episode 4Mick becomes a minor celebrity for the night after appearing on the news.
Midnight60 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You
Series 58, Episode 3Watchdog presenter Steph McGovern hosts the satirical quiz, as guests comedian Miles Jupp and journalist Camilla Long joining regular team leaders Ian Hislop and Paul Merton to poke fun at the week's events.