British Comedy Guide

Schedule Thursday 24th August 2023

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:35am
20 min
Justin's House. Image shows from L to R: Justin (Justin Fletcher), Little Monster, Robert the Robert (Steven Kynman). Copyright: BBC

Justin's House

Series 6, Episode 14 - Caterpillar Chaos

It's the prettiest town competition, but a hungry caterpillar has eaten all the flowers in Justin's garden, leaving everywhere looking a mess. Can Justin and Robert save the day?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:15pm (repeat)
Dad's Army - The Lost Episodes. Private Frazer (David Hayman)

Dad's Army - The Lost Episodes

Episode 2 - A Stripe For Frazer

Told he can promote one of the men to Corporal, Mainwaring makes Frazer Lance-Corporal, and pits him against Jones in a contest to see who is worthy of the full rank - but the Scot quickly goes power mad, and has half the platoon up on a charge!

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
BBC at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Copyright: BBC

Fresh From The Fringe

2023, Episode 1

Radio 4 brings you a live showcase spotlighting some of the best comedy acts at the Edinburgh Fringe this August. Hosted by David O'Doherty with performances from Dan Rath, Kuan-wen Huang, Micky Overman, Pierre Novellie, Lou Wall and Adam Rowe.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Uncle Albert (Buster Merryfield), Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 4, Episode 2 - Strained Relations

It's Grandad's funeral. His brother, Uncle Albert, attempts to comfort Rodney, who's distraught and disgusted with the rest of the family's jovial manner. But it's soon Del who's in a black mood, when Albert's side of the family disappear without him...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (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 and second series of the sitcom by and starring Ruth Jones and James Corden.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: Jack Whitehall, Jamie Redknapp, James Corden, Andrew Flintoff. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

US Road Trip 2.0, Episode 4

The stakes are high in the final leg of the boys' US adventure as they take on three last make-or-break challenges that will determine who'll be humiliating themselves at New York's number one drag club.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 8pm (repeat)
Taskmaster. Image shows left to right: Kiell Smith-Bynoe, Alex Horne

Taskmaster

Series 15, Episode 4 - How Heavy Is The Water?

In the fourth episode, Kiell Smith-Bynoe finds himself playing bingo without any shoes on. Mae Martin plays an unusual but potentially brilliant drum solo. And all the comedians create boats to carry eggs in a race involving eggs (in boats).

U&Dave channel logo 8:20pm (repeat)
BBC Three 8:45pm (repeat)
Zen Motoring

Zen Motoring

Episode 4 - Milton Keynes

On the hunt for a new car, Ogmios explores life as a Scooter-boy and meets an old friend in the strange land of Milton Keynes.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Noel Fielding, Sandi Toksvig, Holly Walsh, David Mitchell. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series N, Episode 6 - Night

With Noel Fielding, David Mitchell and Holly Walsh.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
Never Mind The Buzzcocks. Image shows left to right: Amy Love, Georgia South, Jamali Maddix

Never Mind The Buzzcocks

Series 31, Episode 1

Greg Davies returns with the comedy music quiz as guests Nova Twins, Alex Brooker and Danny Jones join team captains, Noel Fielding and Daisy May Cooper and regular panellist Jamali Maddix.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 10pm
30 min
Edinburgh Unlocked. Mark Nelson

Edinburgh Unlocked

Series 3, Episode 3

A look at some of highlight's from this year's Fringe.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows left to right: Ahir Shah, Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Angela Barnes, Rhys James, Glenn Moore, Laura Lexx

Mock The Week

Series 21, Episode 3

Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis try and recollect the last seven days with guests Angela Barnes, Rhys James, Laura Lexx, Glenn Moore and Ahir Shah.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20pm (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC / BocPix

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Series 3, Episode 3 - Mammy's Break

It's Agnes Brown's anniversary and she's in a great mood. However, she would be in an even better mood if she could just find someone to look after Grandad for a couple of weeks while she treats herself to a holiday.

BBC Two 10:25pm (repeat)
Laugh Lessons. Manrika (Manrika Khaira)

Laugh Lessons

Episode 12 - The Secret Life Of An Influencer

Hey hunnies, Manrika, Walsall's top social media talent, wants to show you how to be a successful and in demand influencer. From how to interact with followers to promoting an aspirational lifestyle, selling healthy habits to negotiating hotel stays, her invaluable guide covers all the essentials to smash it on social.

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

Mock The Week

Series 18, Highlights Special - Compilation

Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis present a special edition of the topical comedy show featuring best bits, outtakes and unseen material.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Uncle Albert (Buster Merryfield), Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 4, Episode 2 - Strained Relations

It's Grandad's funeral. His brother, Uncle Albert, attempts to comfort Rodney, who's distraught and disgusted with the rest of the family's jovial manner. But it's soon Del who's in a black mood, when Albert's side of the family disappear without him...

Radio 4 11pm
30 min
BBC at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Copyright: BBC

Fresh From The Fringe

2023, Episode 2

Radio 4 brings you a live showcase spotlighting some of the best comedy acts at the Edinburgh Fringe this August. Hosted by Kiri Pritchard-McLean with performances from Christopher Macarthur-Boyd, Lindsey Santoro, Tadiwa Mahlunge, Lorna Rose Treen and Dan Tiernan.

U&Dave channel logo 11:20pm (repeat)
The Wrong Mans. Image shows from L to R: Sam (Mathew Baynton), Phil (James Corden). Copyright: BBC / Hulu

The Wrong Mans

Series 1, Episode 5 - Wanted Mans

With spies shadowing their every move, Sam and Phil bring the danger right to their doorsteps, and suddenly nowhere is safe for our feckless fugitives.

Radio 4 11:30pm (repeat)
What's Funny About.... Image shows from L to R: Jon Plowman, Peter Fincham

What's Funny About...

Series 2, Episode 5 - Fawlty Towers

Peter Fincham and Jon Plowman are joined by John Cleese to discuss his sitcom masterpiece, Fawlty Towers. John traces the beginnings of Basil Fawlty all the way back to his work on Monty Python ("nice though the abattoir is..."), and talks about the real hotelier who inspired the character.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40pm (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, Episode 5

It's Gwen's birthday and Bryn has arranged a special surprise treat.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight (repeat)
The Wrong Mans. Image shows from L to R: Sam (Mathew Baynton), Phil (James Corden). Copyright: BBC / Hulu

The Wrong Mans

Series 1, Episode 6 - Running Mans

Sam and Phil's friendship is pushed to the limit as they attempt to escape their pursuers and expose the mass conspiracy they have uncovered.

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