British Comedy Guide

Schedule Tuesday 29th August 2023

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 6:05am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 10, Episode 3 - All Things Brighton Beautiful

Long-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.

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

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 16 - Get Lost

George wins tickets to the local stately home. It's not long before Dave and the rest of the Spuds find themselves lost in its maze.

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

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 2, Episode 42 - Beware The Overpants

Dave's lazy day of doing nothing is ruined when the town sees an uprising of their pants!

CITV 7am (repeat)
Lloyd Of The Flies. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Lloyd Of The Flies

Episode 45 - Dare You

Lloyd and Berry get locked into a game of escalating dares, but when Berry dares Lloyd to land on Biggo's hand, the stakes get higher than either of them are ready for...

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

Shaun The Sheep

Series 2, Episode 29 - Whistleblower

Bitzer loses his precious whistle and tests out a trumpet as a replacement. Before long, the power of the trumpet goes to his head and his fanfares and jazz styled bugling drives the flock around the bend.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:05am (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 2, Episode 3 - 'Old De Front Page Again

The siege continues, with no immediate end in sight and Bob's obstinance hindering all reason. Will it all end peacefully, and without a shot being fired?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:05am (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 25 - Twysted Sister

When a teenage Squawk goes on the rampage, DM summons her Twistyverse counterpart to talk some sense into her. But he overlooks one vital thing - a twisty Squawk is an evil Squawk!

CITV 7:15am (repeat)
Lloyd Of The Flies. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Lloyd Of The Flies

Episode 46 - Lloyd The Outvoted

While Abacus is on holiday, Lloyd tries to hang out with PB and her friends Dotty and Freckles instead, but they are far less willing to do what he wants to do than Abacus is, and Lloyd has to adapt to doing what the majority want to do.

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

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 6 - Molar Power

Doctor Pfooflepfeffer covets the world-beating power of Gnasher's indestructible teeth.

CITV 7:30am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 2 - Fish Sitting

Mr Bean has to look after Mrs Wicket's goldfish, but Scrapper the cat is keen to help.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Bad Salsa. Image shows from L to R: Chippy (Jessie Cave), Jill (Natasha Little), Terri (Camille Coduri). Copyright: BBC

Bad Salsa

Series 2, Episode 3 - Last Call for Cuba

One of the women gets some devastating news, Chippy's lie comes back to haunt her, and Gordon cannot cope with any of it.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:35am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 33 - Go Jet Academy: New Species

The team go in search of a mysterious new creature on the Academy Island.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:45am (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 5, Episode 10

Hyacinth wants to share her hostessing techniques and has placed an advertisement in the local newspaper promoting her high quality services.

CITV 7:45am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 28 - A New Friend

The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
The Goon Show. Image shows from L to R: Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers, Harry Secombe. Copyright: BBC

The Goon Show

Series 9, Episode 8 - Queen Anne's Rain

Minnie is counting rain drops, but why is everyone so wet? Is royalty to blame?

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On The Buses. Stan Butler (Reg Varney). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 3, Episode 3 - The Inspector's Niece

A new clippie hides a terrible secret - she's Blakey's niece!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20am (repeat)
2point4 Children. Image shows from L to R: Bill (Belinda Lang), David (John Pickard), Ben (Gary Olsen), Jenny (Clare Buckfield). Copyright: BBC

2point4 Children

Series 3, Episode 6 - Whoopee, We're All Going To Die

Finally enjoying their Floridian holiday, the Porters find themselves suddenly caught in the path of Hurricane Bill. Fleeing to Miami in a bid for safety, could their dream holiday be their last?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
Galton & Simpson

Little Blighty On The Down

Series 5, Episode 2

A repeat of this 1988 radio.

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 17 - Fun Run

Justin must lay the course of the Justin Town Fun Run, but will he make it fun enough?

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8:40am (repeat)
On The Buses. Stan Butler (Reg Varney). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 3, Episode 4 - Brew It Yourself

Stan gets himself in hot water when a home brewing attempt results in a beer far more potent than he'd intended!

Comedy Central Extra 9am (repeat)
Guessable?. Sara Pascoe. Copyright: Tuesday's Child

Guessable?

Series 2, Episode 7

Sara Pascoe, alongside team captains Alan Davies and Darren Harriott, welcome Jamie Laing, Emily Atack, Jason Manford, and Rose Matafeo into the loft to play guessing games.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9am (repeat)
Are You Being Served?. Image shows from L to R: Mrs. Betty Slocombe (Mollie Sugden), Miss Shirley Brahms (Wendy Richard), Mr. Dick Lucas (Trevor Bannister), Mr. Cuthbert Rumbold (Nicholas Smith), Mr. Mash (Larry Martyn), Mr. Ernest Grainger (Arthur Brough), Mr. Wilberforce Humphries (John Inman), Captain Stephen Peacock (Frank Thornton). Copyright: BBC

Are You Being Served?

Series 10, Episode 6 - Friends And Neighbours

Raising travel costs are causing consternation amongst the staff. Mr. Grace offers them use of his private apartment on the top floor. However, the staff soon discover that they get on far better as colleagues than as flatmates!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9:15am (repeat)
Nova Jones. Nova (Molly Rainford)

Nova Jones

Series 2, Episode 4 - Nova's Sistory Lesson

Nova is thrown back in time and becomes trapped in her old girl band, Three's the Charm. McLaren and Captain are unhappy, stuck in their old jobs. It's time for Nova to go solo.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:30am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 6 - Noisy

The Twirlywoos find that playing with a radio can have very noisy consequences. Back in the Boat, the Stop-Go Car comes to visit - bringing an awful racket with it!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
No Commitments

No Commitments

Series 10, Episode 4 - A Bride Too Far

Charlotte is miffed that no one is interested in anything except Emily and Nick's wedding. What can a girl do to get herself some attention?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40am (repeat)
Still Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Mavis (Maggie Ollerenshaw), Kath Agnew (Sally Lindsay), Mrs Hussein (Nina Wadia), Madge (Brigit Forsyth). Copyright: BBC

Still Open All Hours

Series 4, Episode 4

Granville encourages Gastric to express his artistic side in a local art competition, but he throws himself into self-expression more enthusiastically than anyone could have predicted.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:05am (repeat)
Class Dismissed. Copyright: BBC

Class Dismissed

Series 2, Episode 3 - Nits!

There's an outbreak of nits at Dockbridge High and there's only one person who can help... Some call her the Exterminator, some call her the Nitbuster, others just call her the Nit Nurse. But can she save the school from a fate worse than nits?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20am (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 17, Episode 9 - The Thing In Wesley's Shed

Wesley is nearly ready to unleash his top secret creation on an unsuspecting world.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:20am (repeat)
Danny & Mick. Image shows from L to R: Danny (Danny Adams), Mick (Mick Potts). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Danny & Mick

Series 3, Episode 7 - Micks Up

It's Wild West Wednesday at the Leisure Centre, there's a bucking bronco and Naomi is making her spicy chilli for the occasion. Sharon is interviewing for a lifeguard job at the leisure centre. There's only one candidate and he is also a familiar face, which only leads to confusion.

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

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 21 - Some Holiday

When Sooty and the gang win a luxury holiday, none of them can wait to get packing. But with Sweep trying to mend the broken china, and Richard stuck on the phone, will they ever get away?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11am (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 17, Episode 10 - Brushes At Dawn

Compo is disturbed to find he has a rival for Nora's affections.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 11:05am (repeat)
Supertato

Supertato

Series 1, Episode 4 - Treasure In The Plant Aisle

In the perilous plant aisle, Supertato and Evil Pea team up to find treasure as they have half a map each, but she tricks him and steals the map to find the treasure for herself.

CITV 11:30am (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 3, Episode 3 - Get Knitted

It is the hottest day of the year and Gran's naughty knitting crew have dressed the whole town in their woolly wares - when their finest work, a giant sock puppet, comes to life, Dave must stop it from eating them all.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40am (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 5, Episode 10

Hyacinth wants to share her hostessing techniques and has placed an advertisement in the local newspaper promoting her high quality services.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20pm (repeat)
2point4 Children. Image shows from L to R: Bill (Belinda Lang), David (John Pickard), Ben (Gary Olsen), Jenny (Clare Buckfield). Copyright: BBC

2point4 Children

Series 3, Episode 6 - Whoopee, We're All Going To Die

Finally enjoying their Floridian holiday, the Porters find themselves suddenly caught in the path of Hurricane Bill. Fleeing to Miami in a bid for safety, could their dream holiday be their last?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:20pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 13 - A Loo To A Kill

Filming has begun for Danger Mouse: The Movie! Scarlet Johamster has been cast as Penfold while Danger Mouse is apparently the only one 'great enough' to take on the title role.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 12:30pm (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.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:30pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 14 - Roll Of The Mice

The last thing DM would normally want to do is play a boring board game, but when one arrives in the post, it releases knockout gas and he's surprised to wake up in the town of Greenback.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
Bad Salsa. Image shows from L to R: Chippy (Jessie Cave), Jill (Natasha Little), Terri (Camille Coduri). Copyright: BBC

Bad Salsa

Series 2, Episode 3 - Last Call for Cuba

One of the women gets some devastating news, Chippy's lie comes back to haunt her, and Gordon cannot cope with any of it.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:55pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 5, Episode 8 - Dangerous Deliveries

Every time the postman pays the Farmer a visit, Bitzers canine instincts get the better of him, resulting in shredded mail and and an irate farmer. Shaun decides to help out by taking on the role of Bitzer's therapist, with unexpected consequences.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1pm (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 7, Episode 1 - Everybody's Trucking

The platoon is ordered to plant signposts in order to direct a large convoy, but things are made difficult when the road is blocked, and by Mainwaring continuously damaging Jones's newly furnished van.

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

Shaun The Sheep

Series 5, Episode 9 - Timmy And The Dragon

Bitzer, Shaun and the flock are convinced that a monster is at loose on the farm and hide in the barn. But what exactly is it they are afraid of?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 1pm (repeat)
The Goon Show. Image shows from L to R: Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers, Harry Secombe. Copyright: BBC

The Goon Show

Series 9, Episode 8 - Queen Anne's Rain

Minnie is counting rain drops, but why is everyone so wet? Is royalty to blame?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 1:30pm (repeat)
Galton & Simpson

Little Blighty On The Down

Series 5, Episode 2

A repeat of this 1988 radio.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:40pm (repeat)
Still Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Mavis (Maggie Ollerenshaw), Kath Agnew (Sally Lindsay), Mrs Hussein (Nina Wadia), Madge (Brigit Forsyth). Copyright: BBC

Still Open All Hours

Series 4, Episode 4

Granville encourages Gastric to express his artistic side in a local art competition, but he throws himself into self-expression more enthusiastically than anyone could have predicted.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2pm (repeat)
Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:20pm (repeat)
Are You Being Served?. Image shows from L to R: Mrs. Betty Slocombe (Mollie Sugden), Miss Shirley Brahms (Wendy Richard), Mr. Dick Lucas (Trevor Bannister), Mr. Cuthbert Rumbold (Nicholas Smith), Mr. Mash (Larry Martyn), Mr. Ernest Grainger (Arthur Brough), Mr. Wilberforce Humphries (John Inman), Captain Stephen Peacock (Frank Thornton). Copyright: BBC

Are You Being Served?

Series 10, Episode 6 - Friends And Neighbours

Raising travel costs are causing consternation amongst the staff. Mr. Grace offers them use of his private apartment on the top floor. However, the staff soon discover that they get on far better as colleagues than as flatmates!

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 2:25pm (repeat)
Supertato

Supertato

Series 1, Episode 20 - Dino Danger

A toy dinosaur rampages through the supermarket and scares the Grape Kids. Carrot and Supertato work out that it's controlled by a remote control and try to get the dinosaur back in its box.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 2:30pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 35 - Go Jet Academy: Stop Those Superweeds

Some fast-growing plants that don't belong on Academy Island are in danger of taking over!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2:30pm (repeat)
No Commitments

No Commitments

Series 10, Episode 4 - A Bride Too Far

Charlotte is miffed that no one is interested in anything except Emily and Nick's wedding. What can a girl do to get herself some attention?

U&Drama channel logo 3pm (repeat)
Lovejoy. Lovejoy (Ian McShane). Copyright: FremantleMedia

Lovejoy

Series 5, Episode 8 - Poetic Licence

When Charlotte asks Lovejoy to help her value the contents of a private nursing home it seems straightforward enough - until there is an attempt on Lovejoy's life.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 17, Episode 9 - The Thing In Wesley's Shed

Wesley is nearly ready to unleash his top secret creation on an unsuspecting world.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:15pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 8 - The Other Day The Earth Stood Still

Only Danger Mouse can save the world from chaos when the Baron stops the world spinning with a plague of traffic lights.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:30pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 4, Episode 27 - Save The Dump

The Farmer decides to build a golf course on the farm to impress the local squire. When the flock discover they'll lose their beloved dump, they need to come up with an imaginative solution to try and save it.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:40pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 17, Episode 10 - Brushes At Dawn

Compo is disturbed to find he has a rival for Nora's affections.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:20pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 5, Episode 10

Hyacinth wants to share her hostessing techniques and has placed an advertisement in the local newspaper promoting her high quality services.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:40pm (repeat)
Supertato

Supertato

Series 2, Episode 6 - Tin Can Games

It's the Tin Can Games and Evil Pea wants to win the Tin Can Trophy. She cheats in the final race by putting a magnet on Supertato's back to stop him from going super fast.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 4:50pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 10, Episode 4 - One Flew Over The Parents' Nest

Long-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:50pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 40 - Funky Fireflies, Selangor River, Malaysia

A trip to see fireflies becomes a rescue when Xuli and Glitch get stuck in a swamp.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5pm (repeat)
Are You Being Served?. Image shows from L to R: Mrs. Betty Slocombe (Mollie Sugden), Miss Shirley Brahms (Wendy Richard), Mr. Dick Lucas (Trevor Bannister), Mr. Cuthbert Rumbold (Nicholas Smith), Mr. Mash (Larry Martyn), Mr. Ernest Grainger (Arthur Brough), Mr. Wilberforce Humphries (John Inman), Captain Stephen Peacock (Frank Thornton). Copyright: BBC

Are You Being Served?

Series 10, Episode 6 - Friends And Neighbours

Raising travel costs are causing consternation amongst the staff. Mr. Grace offers them use of his private apartment on the top floor. However, the staff soon discover that they get on far better as colleagues than as flatmates!

CITV 5pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 2, Episode 42 - Beware The Overpants

Dave's lazy day of doing nothing is ruined when the town sees an uprising of their pants!

CITV 5:15pm (repeat)
Dodo. Copyright: Wildseed Studios

Dodo

Series 1, Episode 17 - Cosmic Frisbo

Today is the Year 7 talent show and Frisbo will perform his greatest ever magic trick with Joe as his stooge. But when Joe accidentally says yes to being Siobhan Murphy's boyfriend, he has bigger problems to deal with.

U&Drama channel logo 5:20pm (repeat)
The Upper Hand. Image shows from L to R: Joanna Burrows (Kellie Bright), Laura West (Honor Blackman), Charlie Burrows (Joe McGann), Tom Wheatley (William Puttock), Caroline Wheatley (Diana Weston)

The Upper Hand

Series 1, Episode 3 - Dinner For Two

Conflicted and cancelled dinner plans end up with Charlie and Caroline sharing a very romantic dinner for two at home alone.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Bad Salsa. Image shows from L to R: Chippy (Jessie Cave), Jill (Natasha Little), Terri (Camille Coduri). Copyright: BBC

Bad Salsa

Series 2, Episode 3 - Last Call for Cuba

One of the women gets some devastating news, Chippy's lie comes back to haunt her, and Gordon cannot cope with any of it.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:35pm (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 4 - It's Only Rock And Roll

Rodney's joined a band (on drums), and really believes that they could be the next big thing. Del's not so convinced, but, spying an opportunity to make a few bob, offers to act as their manager. Their first gig doesn't go well at all, but which one of the brothers will be proved right?

U&Drama channel logo 5:55pm (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!

Series 1, Episode 7 - The Dance Of Hitler Youth

The Colonel organises a party in the café, purportedly to celebrate the burning of the Reichstag, but in fact just to get Flick out of his apartment whilst it is broken into.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 6pm (repeat)
The Goon Show. Image shows from L to R: Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers, Harry Secombe. Copyright: BBC

The Goon Show

Series 9, Episode 8 - Queen Anne's Rain

Minnie is counting rain drops, but why is everyone so wet? Is royalty to blame?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:20pm (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 7, Episode 1 - Everybody's Trucking

The platoon is ordered to plant signposts in order to direct a large convoy, but things are made difficult when the road is blocked, and by Mainwaring continuously damaging Jones's newly furnished van.

Radio 4 6:30pm (repeat)
The Ultimate Choice. Steph McGovern

The Ultimate Choice

Series 1, Episode 6

Seriously funny minds offer definitive answers to the great questions of our age. Or not. With guests Chris Cantrill and Kiri Pritchard-McLean.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 6:30pm (repeat)
Galton & Simpson

Little Blighty On The Down

Series 5, Episode 2

A repeat of this 1988 radio.

U&Drama channel logo 6:40pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 7, Episode 2 - The White Man's Grave

Wally is weighed down under Nora's tyranny.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (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 4, Episode 1 - The Big Parade

Influenced by a trip to the cinema, Mainwaring decides that the platoon should adopt a mascot for an upcoming parade. They set about capturing a ram, but the task is easier said than done when Pike gets trapped in a bog.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
U&Drama channel logo 7:20pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 7, Episode 3 - The Waist Land

Foggy has a scam selling food to the desperate inhabitants of a health farm.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
No Commitments

No Commitments

Series 10, Episode 4 - A Bride Too Far

Charlotte is miffed that no one is interested in anything except Emily and Nick's wedding. What can a girl do to get herself some attention?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (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 5 - Sleeping Dogs Lie

When Boycie and Marlene fly off on holiday, Del and Rodney assume the mantle of dog-sitters. Rodney's convinced that Albert's brought his run of bad luck to the flat when 'little' Dukey appears comatose; what'll Marlene say if they've killed her beloved dog?

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 8pm (repeat)
Taskmaster. Jenny Eclair

Taskmaster

Series 15, Episode 7 - Schrödinger's Egg

As the battle for the trophy continues, Greg Davies and Alex Horne take things up a notch by introducing a pulper to proceedings. Jelly Babies also cause friction between the participants.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20pm (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 seleciton of three episodes from the sitcom by and starring Ruth Jones and James Corden.

U&Dave channel logo 8:20pm (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?

Series 4, Episode 7

Joining David's team this week are comedic TV presenter Patrick Kielty and veteran actor Bernard Cribbins. They'll be doing their best to outwit Lee and his team: Deborah Meaden from Dragon's Den and comic Mark Watson.

BBC Three 8:20pm (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.

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

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 3, Episode 1 - Olden Days

A faulty television remote rewinds the Spuds back to the olden days where everything is black and white, everyone is a puppet, and there is a giant biscuit on the rampage...

BBC Four 8:30pm (repeat)
Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em. Frank Spencer (Michael Crawford). Credit: BBC

Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em

Series 1, Episode 5 - The Hospital Visit

Betty's hospitalisation causes Frank problems at home.

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

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 3, Episode 2 - Ski Week

The Spuds find themselves back in the Flipside and must use their superpowers to stop their mischievous pancake from ruining a school ski trip.

Comedy Central 9pm (repeat)
Jack Whitehall Live. Jack Whitehall

Jack Whitehall Gets Around Live From Wembley Arena

A television broadcast of Whitehall's 2014 DVD-released show, Jack Whitehall Gets Around.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 9pm (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.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Nish Kumar, Sandi Toksvig, Holly Walsh, Phill Jupitus. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series N, Episode 11 - Nonsense

With Phill Jupitus, Nish Kumar and Holly Walsh.

BBC Four 9pm (repeat)
Yes Minister. Image shows from L to R: James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne), Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds). Copyright: BBC

Yes Minister

Series 1, Episode 4 - Big Brother

As the new Government continues with long-brewing plans for a 'National Integrated Data Base' of the public's information, Jim sets out to ensure that the privacy of the individual is protected - and Sir Humphrey poses firm opposition to legislative changes!

BBC Four 9:30pm (repeat)
The Thick Of It. Image shows from L to R: Glenn Cullen (James Smith), Terri Coverley (Joanna Scanlan), Nicola Murray (Rebecca Front), Malcolm Tucker (Peter Capaldi), Oliver Reeder (Chris Addison). Copyright: BBC

The Thick Of It

Series 3, Episode 4

The civil servants prepare for a visit from the shadow minister Peter Mannion. For Peter and his team, this informal pre-election briefing is a good opportunity to measure up for new curtains.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: Jamie Redknapp, Romesh Ranganathan, Andrew Flintoff. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 16, Highlights Special - Best Of

The ALOTO look back at some of the highlights of Series 16.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
Henpocalypse!. Image shows left to right: Shelly (Callie Cooke), Bernadette (Elizabeth Berrington), Veena (Lauren O'Rourke)

Henpocalypse!

Episode 3 - Liquid Gold

Mother of the bride Bernadette makes an outrageous plan to improve post-apocalyptic life for the hens, but she faces opposition. Shelly tries to make amends for her past mistakes.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
60 min version
(repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Jo Brand

Have I Got News For You

Series 63, Episode 5

Jo Brand hosts - her 30th appearance on the programme, and 27th time in the host's chair. Joining her, Ian and Paul, are comedian Susie McCabe and journalist Camilla Long.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
The Ultimate Choice. Steph McGovern

The Ultimate Choice

Series 1, Episode 6

Seriously funny minds offer definitive answers to the great questions of our age. Or not. With guests Chris Cantrill and Kiri Pritchard-McLean.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm (repeat)
Plebs. Image shows from L to R: Jason (Jon Pointing), Rufina (Amanda Holden), Grumio (Ryan Sampson), Marcus (Tom Rosenthal). Copyright: RISE Films

Plebs

Series 5, Episode 3 - The Banquet

The boys gatecrash a posh banquet having received an invitation by mistake. Once there, Marcus attempts to win favour with their host Senator Varus, while Jason seduces bored aristocrat Rufina. Banished to eat with the other slaves, Grumio overhears what he thinks might be a poison plot.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20pm
65 min version
(repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Ben Bailey Smith, Jason Manford, Chris Ramsey. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 10, Episode 2 - Jason Manford, Chris Ramsey, Doc Brown

Jason Manford presents special guests Chris Ramsey and Doc Brown.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Alice's Wunderland. Alice Lowe. Copyright: BBC

Alice's Wunderland

Series 3, Episode 2

A child ghost from the 1970s teams up with the narrator on a journey through Wunderland to try and track down the person who bumped him off.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10:30pm (repeat)
Plebs. Image shows from L to R: Marcus (Tom Rosenthal), Severus (Phil Davis). Copyright: RISE Films

Plebs

Series 5, Episode 4 - The Grumbrella

There's a heatwave in Rome and Marcus has invested in an exciting new gimmick for the bar - ice. Grumio develops an innovation of his own in the form of a hat-parasol hybrid, which attracts the attention of wealthy entrepreneur Severus. Jason and Aurelius both join male escort agency the Knights of Eros.

Comedy Central 11pm (repeat)
Jimmy Carr In Concert. Jimmy Carr. Copyright: Bwark Productions

Jimmy Carr In Concert

TV broadcast of Jimmy Carr's fourth live stand-up DVD, in which he unleashes his trademark rapid-fire joke-telling and razor-sharp wit.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm
60 min version
(repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Richard Ayoade

Have I Got News For You

Series 63, Episode 6

Richard Ayoade is guest host, with comedian Maisie Adam and journalist Justin Webb joining team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop as they delve into the news.

Radio 4 11pm
30 min
Tom Walker

Call Jonathan Pie

Episode 1 - The BBC

Jonathan Pie is roped in last minute to host BBC radio's most popular phone-in show. Basically there's no one else available. Out of his depth and up to his neck in it, Pie manages to just about hold it together. He muses on the state of the BBC and in one breath is singing its praises and in the next he tears into it with his usual gusto.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Meet David Sedaris. David Sedaris

Meet David Sedaris

Series 8, Episode 1 - Instalment 1

The American humorist who has written seven autobiographical short story collections reads from some of his comedy essays, including previously unpublished material. This week: Recipe For Disaster, Nailed and Must Everything Go? plus diary.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:25pm (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 5 - Sleeping Dogs Lie

When Boycie and Marlene fly off on holiday, Del and Rodney assume the mantle of dog-sitters. Rodney's convinced that Albert's brought his run of bad luck to the flat when 'little' Dukey appears comatose; what'll Marlene say if they've killed her beloved dog?

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 11:30pm (repeat)
Trouble In Store. Norman (Norman Wisdom). Copyright: Two Cities Films

Comedy Legends

Series 3, Episode 3 - Norman Wisdom

Barry Cryer pays tribute to Sir Norman Wisdom, OBE: actor, comedian, and singer-songwriter.

Radio 4 11:30pm
30 min
Tom Walker

Call Jonathan Pie

Episode 2 - Money

It's Pie's last night as guest host of the BBC's flagship radio phone-in show. Pie is worried about money as he faces a moral and financial dilemma. He hijacks the show and uses the platform to air his frank views on the privately educated elite. He causes quite a stir, much to Roger's (Pie's boss's) delight. Jules's day however is about to get a lot worse.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Think The Unthinkable. Image shows from L to R: Owen (David Mitchell), Daisy de Vere (Catherine Shepherd), Ryan Packer (Marcus Brigstocke), Sophie Stott (Emma Kennedy). Copyright: BBC

Think The Unthinkable

Series 2, Episode 3 - Barrington Comprehensive

Unthinkable Solutions offer to help St. Vitus Comprehensive in the rough area of Barrington. Before long the pupils are eating from Burger Baron and signed up to some dodgy drug trials in an attempt to make the school some cash.

BBC Three 11:40pm (repeat)
Fleabag. Fleabag (Phoebe Waller-Bridge). Copyright: Two Brothers Pictures

Fleabag

A selection of episodes of the second series of the Phoebe Waller-Bridge sitcom.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky Midnight (repeat)
Then You Run

Then You Run

Episode 8

Tara and her friends reach the mythic hotel, but they are not alone. Reagan has made it to Norway, and with a surprising proposition for Tara. As the truth is revealed, can they survive the relentless, bloody retribution of The Traveller?

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

Gavin & Stacey

Series 3, Episode 3

Bryn is in his element as he awaits the arrival of his house guests - all the Essex boys are coming down for a big night out in Cardiff and having a sleepover at his place.

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

Mock The Week

Series 13, Episode 4

Dara O Briain and the team skilfully pass around the week's news before shooting on goal with guests Rob Beckett, Susan Calman, Hal Cruttenden and Romesh Ranganathan.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 12:30am (repeat)
Spike Milligan

Spike Milligan: The Unseen Archive

Documentary featuring never before aired film, interviews and scripts from inimitable comedian and poet Spike Milligan.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 12:35am (repeat)
Breeders. Image shows from L to R: Carl (Tim Steed), Paul (Martin Freeman), Ally (Daisy Haggard). Copyright: Avalon Television

Breeders

Series 2, Episode 7 - No Excuses

Ally and Paul's marriage is in crisis. Paul's obsessed by what happened but won't discuss it. An increasingly troubled Luke refuses to go to school and Leah and Alex make an announcement.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40am (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.

U&Dave channel logo 12:40am (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?

Series 4, Episode 7

Joining David's team this week are comedic TV presenter Patrick Kielty and veteran actor Bernard Cribbins. They'll be doing their best to outwit Lee and his team: Deborah Meaden from Dragon's Den and comic Mark Watson.

BBC Three 1am (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.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 1:05am (repeat)
Breeders. Image shows from L to R: Darren (Patrick Baladi), Paul (Martin Freeman), Ally (Daisy Haggard). Copyright: Avalon Television

Breeders

Series 2, Episode 8 - No Friends

As he and Ally continue to feel distant, Paul rekindles an old friendship, but at a cost to Ava. Luke surprises everyone by getting a best friend. Jim and Jackie are forced to move.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:15am
60 min version
(repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Ben Bailey Smith, Jason Manford, Chris Ramsey. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 10, Episode 2 - Jason Manford, Chris Ramsey, Doc Brown

Jason Manford presents special guests Chris Ramsey and Doc Brown.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 1:30am (repeat)
The Stand Up Sketch Show

The Stand Up Sketch Show

Series 5, Episode 1

The laugh out loud comedy show returns, with Rhys James, Esther Manito, Travis Jay, Russell Kane, Sikisa, Josh Jones, Finlay Christie and Josh Weller.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 2am (repeat)
Never Mind The Buzzcocks. Image shows left to right: Amy Gledhill, Gregory Porter

Never Mind The Buzzcocks

Series 31, Episode 2

Gregory Porter, Amy Gledhill and Chesney Hawkes join regulars Noel Fielding, Daisy May Cooper and Jamali Maddix for the comedy music quiz, hosted by Greg Davies.

U&Drama channel logo 2am (repeat)
Detectorists. Peter (Daniel Donskoy)

Detectorists

Series 2, Episode 6

Finally, it is the day of the DMDC's annual rally and Terry is expecting a really big turn-out. But for Andy and Lance, will the day bring heartbreak or triumph?

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 2am (repeat)
The Stand Up Sketch Show

The Stand Up Sketch Show

Series 5, Episode 2

Stand-up comedy routines are brought to life in sketch form. This episode features Dane Baptiste, Suzi Ruffell, Axel Blake, Luke Kempner, Charlie George, Russell Hicks and Tom Ward.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:15am (repeat)
Chewing Gum. Image shows from L to R: Cynthia (Susan Wokoma), Connor Jones (Robert Lonsdale). Copyright: Retort

Chewing Gum

Series 1, Episode 5 - The Last Supper

Tracey's attempt to expose Connor to the world of performance poetry ends disastrously. A visit from her cousin Boy Tracy surprises in more ways than one. Cynthia has some big news to share with the family.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2:30am (repeat)
Bad Salsa. Image shows from L to R: Chippy (Jessie Cave), Jill (Natasha Little), Terri (Camille Coduri). Copyright: BBC

Bad Salsa

Series 2, Episode 3 - Last Call for Cuba

One of the women gets some devastating news, Chippy's lie comes back to haunt her, and Gordon cannot cope with any of it.

BBC Three 2:35am (repeat)
Fleabag. Fleabag (Phoebe Waller-Bridge). Copyright: Two Brothers Pictures

Fleabag

A selection of episodes of the second series of the Phoebe Waller-Bridge sitcom.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:40am (repeat)
Chewing Gum. Image shows from L to R: Tracey Gordon (Michaela Coel), Cynthia (Susan Wokoma). Copyright: Retort

Chewing Gum

Series 1, Episode 6 - Tolled Road

Tracey's been kicked out by her Mum, and moves in with best friend Candice and her Nan Esther. Connor's got a new job and hopes that Tracey will move in with him.

U&Dave channel logo 2:50am (repeat)
Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish. Dave Gorman

Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish

Series 1, Episode 6 - Will It Make Toasters Cheaper?

Mr Gorman brings the curtain down on his mischievous series of stage shows by looking at the role faith plays in modern life.

Comedy Central Extra 3am (repeat)
Rhod Gilbert's Growing Pains. Chris McCausland

Rhod Gilbert's Growing Pains

Series 4, Episode 6

Prue Leith, Chris McCausland and Mevin Odoom revisit their adolescent years, revealing one of them waxed their chest and one bootlegged videos.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 3am (repeat)
The Goon Show. Image shows from L to R: Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers, Harry Secombe. Copyright: BBC

The Goon Show

Series 9, Episode 8 - Queen Anne's Rain

Minnie is counting rain drops, but why is everyone so wet? Is royalty to blame?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:15am (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 2, Episode 3 - 'Old De Front Page Again

The siege continues, with no immediate end in sight and Bob's obstinance hindering all reason. Will it all end peacefully, and without a shot being fired?

Comedy Central 3:20am (repeat)
Ed Gamble: Blood Sugar. Ed Gamble. Copyright: Avalon Television

Ed Gamble: Blood Sugar

Stand-up special from Ed Gamble.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 3:30am (repeat)
Galton & Simpson

Little Blighty On The Down

Series 5, Episode 2

A repeat of this 1988 radio.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4am (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30am (repeat)
No Commitments

No Commitments

Series 10, Episode 4 - A Bride Too Far

Charlotte is miffed that no one is interested in anything except Emily and Nick's wedding. What can a girl do to get herself some attention?

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