British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Thursday 9th November 2023

Talking Pictures TV 6am (repeat)
The Larkins. Image shows from L to R: Ada Larkins (Peggy Mount), Alf Larkins (David Kossoff). Copyright: Associated Television

The Larkins

Series 4, Episode 3 - Gambling Fever

Eddie proves a hot shot after Alf and Jeff introduce him to poker, but when Ada steps in to save the family's finances, the gambling bug spreads in a very unexpected direction.

Comedy Central Extra 6am (repeat)
Guessable?. Bec Hill

Guessable?

Series 3, Episode 4 - Is Pumping A Young Man's Game

Sara Pascoe and John Kearns, with captains Alan Davies and Darren Harriott, this week welcome the unruly bunch of Brian Conley, Harriet Kemsley, Bec Hill and Dr Ranj into the Comedy Central loft to play a selection of simple but beguiling guessing games.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 6:20am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 4, Episode 6 - If Money Be The Food Of Love, Play On

Terry and Arthur are captivated by an Australian girl who claims to be searching for her long-lost boyfriend - but what is her real motive?

Talking Pictures TV 6:30am (repeat)
It's In The Bag

It's In The Bag

Cockney sisters Gert & Daisy discover a dress they have just sold has £2,000 sewn into its lining.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 6:50am (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.

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

Shaun The Sheep

Series 4, Episode 25 - Hidden Talents

It's a quiet day and the flock decide to entertain each other by performing their favourite party tricks. However, when the Farmer tries to join in, things get a little awkward.

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

Desmond's

Series 2, Episode 4 - Veronica

Sean manages to set himself up for a dinner date with a gorgeous older woman; they've not got quite the same view on the evening however, and Lee soon makes his influence unwillingly felt.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 39 - The Cute Shall Inherit The Earth

A CATastrophe hits earth and only DM can stop things from getting too hairy when cute kittens begin replacing humans.

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

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 15 - Boarding Beano

Doctor Pfooflepfeffer's first act as head of governors is to turn Bash Street School into a boarding school. However, the pupils devise a series of daring attempts to escape.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
The Break. Image shows from L to R: Andy (Tom Palmer), Uncle Jeff (Philip Jackson)

The Break

Series 1, Episode 1 - The Key

Andy Chambers, edgy, sharp-tongued City burn-out, has fled London for his Uncle Jeff's seaside home. When we meet him, all Andy wants to do is sleep, but Jeff is having none of it.

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

Desmond's

Series 2, Episode 5 - A Microwave, Five Men And A Nappy

With Gloria and Shirley away for the night, Porkpie, Desmond, Michael, Matthew and Tony are left alone to cause trouble - and they soon find themselves looking after a white baby!

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:40am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 33 - Easter Island, Chile

When the Grimbots build their own Easter Island statue, it collapses and threatens the ancient Moai statues.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
Dad's Army. Copyright: BBC

Dad's Army

Series 2, Episode 3 - Put That Light Out!

Jones, Frazer, Pike and Godfrey go on patrol in the local lighthouse, but soon course trouble when they turn the light on and shine it over Walmington-on-Sea... during an air-raid.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:10am (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 2, Episode 1 - Testing Times

Sleepless nights, confusion over chemicals and an EU farm inspection - just a normal day on the farm for Boycie and Marlene.... until Boycie loses his hair!

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8:10am (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 1, Episode 2 - Of Meissen Men

If it isn't bad enough that they fall out over business, family and everything else, now Simon and Oliver have fallen for the same woman and will stop at nothing to win her over - and gain possession of her porcelain collection.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
Second Thoughts. Copyright: BBC

Second Thoughts

Series 2, Episode 4 - Health and Efficiency

Faith heads to a health farm, leaving Bill to mind the happy home.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:35am (repeat)
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 3, Episode 17 - Blocked Pipe

When Little Monster blocks up the pipes with old custard, Robert calls in the help of slop experts Cook and Line from Swashbuckle.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8:40am (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 1, Episode 3 - A Night At The Opera

A sudden passion for opera grips both Simon and Oliver - if it gets either one of them to Edinburgh for a weekend with Veronica it will be worth it. But will she agree to go?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:50am (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 6, Episode 3 - Vertigo

Bill and Rona pay aunt Belle a visit, and end up inches from falling almost 20 storeys to the ground. Rona's fascination with horoscopes does nothing to help matters.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
The Unbelievable Truth. David Mitchell. Copyright: BBC / Random Entertainment

The Unbelievable Truth

Series 24, Episode 2

David Mitchell hosts the game show in which guests are encouraged to tell lies in a bid to smuggle as many items of truth as possible past their opponents. Panellists Lucy Porter, Zoe Lyons, Sean Lock and Jack Dee are obliged to talk with deliberate inaccuracy on subjects as varied as country and western music, sharks, jobs, and the 1970s.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:25am (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Image shows from L to R: Peggy Ollerenshaw (Su Pollard), Spike Dixon (Jeffrey Holland), Ted Bovis (Paul Shane), Yvonne Stuart-Hargreaves (Diane Holland), Julian Dalrymple-Sykes (Ben Aris), Gladys Pugh (Ruth Madoc), Sqdn-Ldr Clive Dempster DFC (David Griffin). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 8, Episode 4 - Wedding Bells

Gladys eventually agrees to tie the knot and marry Sqn Ldr
The Hon Clive Dempster, DFC. But down at Dempster Hall the family have other ideas.

Talking Pictures TV 9:30am (repeat)
The March Hare

The March Hare

A repeat of this 1956 film.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 3, Episode 8 - More About Coming And Going

The Brass Band visit the Twirlywoos on the Big Red Boat - but are they coming or going?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
Stockport, So Good They Named It Once

Stockport, So Good They Named It Once

Series 1, Episode 4 - Lights

The comic goings on of the Conroy family in the Greater Manchester town of Stockport.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10am (repeat)
Still Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Cyril (Kulvinder Ghir), Wet Eric (Johnny Vegas). Copyright: BBC

Still Open All Hours

Series 4, Episode 3

Mr Newbold has decided to barricade his house against Mrs Featherstone, but Granville is sure he would not be so keen to avoid her if he knew all about her past.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:05am (repeat)
Lagging. Sol (Yoni Bronks). Copyright: BBC

Lagging

Series 2, Episode 9 - All In The Game

Team SMoRCLe stay up late to train with a famous Korean player, but things soon get weird.

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

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 5 - The Farm

Richard is making donuts to sell in the park but he has run out of eggs. Perhaps the local farmer and his chickens can help? Sooty and the gang take a trip in the campervan to find out - but leave Richard in a rather messy situation!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:25am (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 7

Joan of Arc gets a visit from a confused angel, a pirate captain tries to make his crew dress like ladies, and Mrs Celt enjoys being a Roman on Historical Wife Swap.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40am (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 28, Episode 5 - Will The Nearest Alien Please Come In

Can a sci-fi addict be convinced that aliens have landed?

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

Supertato

Series 1, Episode 18 - The Great Book Rescue

Evil Pea takes all the books from the supermarket. Supertato, Chilli and Carrot try to rescue them by using acrobatic skills that they learnt from their favourite circus book.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20am (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 28, Episode 6 - Elegy For Small Creature And Clandestine Trackbike

Howard's new bike is difficult to conceal from Pearl.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12pm (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 2, Episode 1 - Testing Times

Sleepless nights, confusion over chemicals and an EU farm inspection - just a normal day on the farm for Boycie and Marlene.... until Boycie loses his hair!

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

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 46 - Duplicate Mouse

Danger Mouse teams up with a duplicate team of Danger Agents to stop Big Head.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:10pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 49 - The World Is Full Of Stuff

Penfold disappears when stuff all over the world goes missing.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 12:20pm (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 1, Episode 1 - Meeting Waffle

Evie's mum, Jess, has just married Doug's dad, Simon. The new family get home to discover a lost puppy hiding in their wedding presents. Evie wants to keep him and call him Waffle.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
The Break. Image shows from L to R: Andy (Tom Palmer), Uncle Jeff (Philip Jackson)

The Break

Series 1, Episode 1 - The Key

Andy Chambers, edgy, sharp-tongued City burn-out, has fled London for his Uncle Jeff's seaside home. When we meet him, all Andy wants to do is sleep, but Jeff is having none of it.

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

Series 2, Episode 4 - No Greater Love

Rodney has fallen for an older woman whose husband is locked up in prison. With her old man's release imminent, Del fears for Rodney's safety, but he can see that the lad is smitten.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:55pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

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

BBC Radio 4 Extra 1pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Copyright: BBC

Dad's Army

Series 2, Episode 3 - Put That Light Out!

Jones, Frazer, Pike and Godfrey go on patrol in the local lighthouse, but soon course trouble when they turn the light on and shine it over Walmington-on-Sea... during an air-raid.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20pm (repeat)
Still Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Cyril (Kulvinder Ghir), Wet Eric (Johnny Vegas). Copyright: BBC

Still Open All Hours

Series 4, Episode 3

Mr Newbold has decided to barricade his house against Mrs Featherstone, but Granville is sure he would not be so keen to avoid her if he knew all about her past.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 1:30pm (repeat)
Second Thoughts. Copyright: BBC

Second Thoughts

Series 2, Episode 4 - Health and Efficiency

Faith heads to a health farm, leaving Bill to mind the happy home.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2pm (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 10 - Menace From The Deep

The platoon go on guard duty at the end of Walmington's pier. The situation's bad enough after Pike incorrectly ties up the boat and loses their food, but things get worse when Jones spots a mine under the pier!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2pm (repeat)
4 O'Clock Club. Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Club

Series 8, Episode 12 - Eggs

Darnesh vows to eat a huge jar of disgusting pickled eggs before the sell-by date expires.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2pm (repeat)
The Unbelievable Truth. David Mitchell. Copyright: BBC / Random Entertainment

The Unbelievable Truth

Series 24, Episode 2

David Mitchell hosts the game show in which guests are encouraged to tell lies in a bid to smuggle as many items of truth as possible past their opponents. Panellists Lucy Porter, Zoe Lyons, Sean Lock and Jack Dee are obliged to talk with deliberate inaccuracy on subjects as varied as country and western music, sharks, jobs, and the 1970s.

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

Supertato

Series 2, Episode 8 - Carrot's Big Top

Carrot is starring in her own circus and thinks that Supertato is trying to steal her limelight. She soon realises that Supertato is trying to rescue her from Evil Pea's meddling.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:25pm (repeat)
Nova Jones

Nova Jones

Series 3, Episode 9 - Nova Teaches Singing

Nova teaches tone-deaf Bobbles to sing, and McLaren becomes obsessed with a TV show.

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

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 34 - The Parthenon, Greece

The Grimbots are flying the Vroomster and their dodgy manoeuvres are about to flatten the Parthenon - Go Jetters, Go!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2:30pm (repeat)
Stockport, So Good They Named It Once

Stockport, So Good They Named It Once

Series 1, Episode 4 - Lights

The comic goings on of the Conroy family in the Greater Manchester town of Stockport.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:40pm (repeat)
The Good Life. Image shows from L to R: Margo Leadbetter (Penelope Keith), Tom Good (Richard Briers), Jerry Leadbetter (Paul Eddington), Barbara Good (Felicity Kendal). Copyright: BBC

The Good Life

Series 1, Episode 6 - The Pagan Rite

After a proposal from his old boss, Tom decides to take on some freelance work in order to treat Barbara to the pampering she misses from their old life. Barbara is furious as she thinks Tom has given up the dream but when she finds out it is for her she is extremely grateful.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20pm (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Image shows from L to R: Peggy Ollerenshaw (Su Pollard), Spike Dixon (Jeffrey Holland), Ted Bovis (Paul Shane), Yvonne Stuart-Hargreaves (Diane Holland), Julian Dalrymple-Sykes (Ben Aris), Gladys Pugh (Ruth Madoc), Sqdn-Ldr Clive Dempster DFC (David Griffin). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 8, Episode 4 - Wedding Bells

Gladys eventually agrees to tie the knot and marry Sqn Ldr
The Hon Clive Dempster, DFC. But down at Dempster Hall the family have other ideas.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:30pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 21 - Nero Come Home

On seeing his adopted goldfish get busted for stealing top-secret documents, Penfold bewails the fact he has never had a pet of his own to love.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4pm (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 28, Episode 5 - Will The Nearest Alien Please Come In

Can a sci-fi addict be convinced that aliens have landed?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:40pm (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 28, Episode 6 - Elegy For Small Creature And Clandestine Trackbike

Howard's new bike is difficult to conceal from Pearl.

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

Supertato

Series 2, Episode 17 - Pea Repeats

Supertato is due to receive the Best Hero Award, but Evil Pea decides she should get it. Carrot tells her she needs to defeat herself to win the award.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:45pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 41 - Hong Kong, China

The team spring into action when Glitch's mini-master toys invade Hong Kong Harbour.

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

Minder

Series 4, Episode 7 - A Star Is Gorn

When a rock star fakes his own death, Arthur finds himself in possession of a valuable master tape that has every chance of becoming a "posthumous" hit.

Talking Pictures TV 5pm (repeat)
The Card. Denry Machin (Alec Guinness)

The Card

Alec Guinness stars as a washerwoman's son who uses his wits to advance himself.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5pm (repeat)
GiggleQuiz. Justin Fletcher. Copyright: BBC

GiggleQuiz

Series 1, Episode 13 - Rapids Johnson's Helping Bear

Rapids Johnson needs some quizzing assistance so is on the lookout for the Helping Bear.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:20pm (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

Series 2, Episode 4 - No Greater Love

Rodney has fallen for an older woman whose husband is locked up in prison. With her old man's release imminent, Del fears for Rodney's safety, but he can see that the lad is smitten.

U&Drama channel logo 5:25pm (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 4, Episode 17 - A Walk On The Mild Side

Caroline reminisces about her childhood fantasy of asking the wildest boy in the youth club out on a date.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
The Break. Image shows from L to R: Andy (Tom Palmer), Uncle Jeff (Philip Jackson)

The Break

Series 1, Episode 1 - The Key

Andy Chambers, edgy, sharp-tongued City burn-out, has fled London for his Uncle Jeff's seaside home. When we meet him, all Andy wants to do is sleep, but Jeff is having none of it.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (repeat)
Still Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Cyril (Kulvinder Ghir), Wet Eric (Johnny Vegas). Copyright: BBC

Still Open All Hours

Series 4, Episode 3

Mr Newbold has decided to barricade his house against Mrs Featherstone, but Granville is sure he would not be so keen to avoid her if he knew all about her past.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 6pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Copyright: BBC

Dad's Army

Series 2, Episode 3 - Put That Light Out!

Jones, Frazer, Pike and Godfrey go on patrol in the local lighthouse, but soon course trouble when they turn the light on and shine it over Walmington-on-Sea... during an air-raid.

U&Drama channel logo 6:05pm (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 6, Episode 8 - Rising To The Occasion

With the Colonel, Flick and Von Smallhousen held by the Communist Resistance, Gruber calls in Von Flockenstuffen to have General Von Klinkerhoffen sectioned. Back in the town, Michelle's plan to have the airmen escape by balloon goes awry when helium cannisters deploy too early...

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

Bravo Two Charlies

Series 4, Episode 5 - Jump

Sgt Price and PC Howells have a run in with aristocracy, PCs Bevan and Williams have a run in with some angry pensioners and Dennis Babb makes a pledge he's not sure he can keep at the county fair.

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

Alfie Moore: It's A Fair Cop

Series 6, Episode 1 - Dog Theft

In this first episode of the brand new series, Alfie tackles the topical crime of dog theft which has seen a huge rise in cases during the Covid pandemic.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 6:30pm (repeat)
Second Thoughts. Copyright: BBC

Second Thoughts

Series 2, Episode 4 - Health and Efficiency

Faith heads to a health farm, leaving Bill to mind the happy home.

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 19, Episode 6 - The Only Diesel Powered Saxophone In Captivity

Compo challenges an old school rival, Goatie Helliwell, to a children's trolley race.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:40pm (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 2, Episode 1 - Testing Times

Sleepless nights, confusion over chemicals and an EU farm inspection - just a normal day on the farm for Boycie and Marlene.... until Boycie loses his hair!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
The Unbelievable Truth. David Mitchell. Copyright: BBC / Random Entertainment

The Unbelievable Truth

Series 24, Episode 2

David Mitchell hosts the game show in which guests are encouraged to tell lies in a bid to smuggle as many items of truth as possible past their opponents. Panellists Lucy Porter, Zoe Lyons, Sean Lock and Jack Dee are obliged to talk with deliberate inaccuracy on subjects as varied as country and western music, sharks, jobs, and the 1970s.

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 19, Episode 6 - The Only Diesel Powered Saxophone In Captivity

Compo challenges an old school rival, Goatie Helliwell, to a children's trolley race.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20pm (repeat)
The Good Life. Image shows from L to R: Margo Leadbetter (Penelope Keith), Tom Good (Richard Briers), Jerry Leadbetter (Paul Eddington), Barbara Good (Felicity Kendal). Copyright: BBC

The Good Life

Series 1, Episode 6 - The Pagan Rite

After a proposal from his old boss, Tom decides to take on some freelance work in order to treat Barbara to the pampering she misses from their old life. Barbara is furious as she thinks Tom has given up the dream but when she finds out it is for her she is extremely grateful.

Talking Pictures TV 7:25pm (repeat)
The Magnet. Image shows left to right: Harper (Meredith Edwards), Johnny Brent (James Fox). Credit: Ealing Studios

The Magnet

Ealing Studios comedy about a boy who deceitfully acquires a powerful magnet from a younger boy.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
Stockport, So Good They Named It Once

Stockport, So Good They Named It Once

Series 1, Episode 4 - Lights

The comic goings on of the Conroy family in the Greater Manchester town of Stockport.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (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 10 - Menace From The Deep

The platoon go on guard duty at the end of Walmington's pier. The situation's bad enough after Pike incorrectly ties up the boat and loses their food, but things get worse when Jones spots a mine under the pier!

U&Dave channel logo 8:20pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: John Simpson, David Mitchell, Katherine Ryan, Rob Brydon, Warwick Davis, Hugh Dennis, Lee Mack. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 10, Episode 4

With John Simpson, Hugh Dennis, Katherine Ryan and Warwick Davis.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (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 11 - Branded

Godfrey finds himself a victim of ridicule after he tells Captain Mainwaring that during the Great War he was a conscientious objector.

Comedy Central Extra 9pm (repeat)
Michael McIntyre's Showtime. Michael McIntyre. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Michael McIntyre's Showtime

TV broadcast of Michael McIntyre's number one best-selling 2012 stand-up DVD.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Cariad Lloyd, Sandi Toksvig, Paul Sinha, Josh Widdicombe. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series P, Episode 13 - Phenomena

With Cariad Lloyd, Paul Sinha and Josh Widdicombe.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm
60 min
Taskmaster. Sam Campbell

Taskmaster

Series 16, Episode 8 - Never Packed A Boot

The mystery of the secret task is finally revealed to the baffled cast of comics, before we get the answers to some age-old questions: why does everyone keep choosing Sam Campbell? Why is Sue Perkins tossing her head like a lion? And, crucially, who will get to wear the Special Hat?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (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

Series 2, Episode 4 - No Greater Love

Rodney has fallen for an older woman whose husband is locked up in prison. With her old man's release imminent, Del fears for Rodney's safety, but he can see that the lad is smitten.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Lee (Lee Mack), Tim (Tim Vine). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 3, Episode 2 - Winner

Lee is insufferably smug when he wins £1,000 in a writing competition with an essay entitled 'Disability in the Workplace'.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 10pm (repeat)
Scot Squad. Chief Commissioner Cameron Miekelson (Jack Docherty)

Scot Squad

Series 7, Episode 4

PC Charlie MacIntosh has a decision to make after he is offered an exciting opportunity, while officers Karen and Sharon deal with a rowdy Burns Night that got out of control, Investigating a rather nasty case, detectives Squire and McGill seek the expertise of their colleague DI Longstaff, an expert in cold cases.

Comedy Central Extra 10pm (repeat)
Andy Parsons: Slacktivist. Andy Parsons. Copyright: Open Mike Productions / Comedy Central

Andy Parsons: Slacktivist

Andy Parsons returns to the stage with his one man stand-up show Slacktivist.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 10pm
60 min
Brassic

Brassic

Series 5, Episode 7 - Albert

Manolito wants a white fluffy bunny for his Lola's 4th birthday party, else there will be trouble. Cardi steps up to the plate, thinking he'll easily be able to provide. And sure enough, he gets his hands on Albert, the biggest bunny anyone has ever seen. So far so good, until an altercation with Cardi's longstanding enemy, Russell Hardwick, ends with Russell stealing Albert. The clock is now ticking on Cardi. If he doesn't get a bunny to Manolito that night, there will be all hell to pay.

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Angela Barnes, Hugh Dennis, Milton Jones, Dara O Briain, Kae Kurd, Maisie Adam, Ed Byrne. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 20, Episode 4

Dara O Briain and series regular Hugh Dennis excavate the treasures of the week past with the help of guests Maisie Adam, Angela Barnes, Ed Byrne, Milton Jones and Kae Kurd.

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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 4

Gavin is uncomfortable with Gwen and Bryn knowing the ins and outs of his and Stacey's sex life. Meanwhile, Smithy goes beyond the call of friendship by making a staggering suggestion.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
The Absolutely Radio Show. Image shows from L to R: Gordon Kennedy, Moray Hunter, John Sparkes, Morwenna Banks, Pete Baikie. Copyright: ABsoLuTeLy Productions

The Absolutely Radio Show

Series 3, Episode 4

Mr Muzak takes on his social media network's algorithms, the Little Girl explains global warming, and the members of Stoneybridge Town Council discuss possible content for their new Digital Information Board.

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30 min
Hullraisers. Image shows left to right: Craig (Perry Fitzpatrick), Nima (Shobna Gulati), Rana (Taj Atwal)

Hullraisers

Series 2, Episode 1 - East Riding Romeo

In denial over her pregnancy, Toni continues to distract herself by obsessing over some serious goss about Gloria, Craig's mum. Gloria's got a new boyfriend, who Toni is convinced is a love fraud and true crime villain. Paula is burying her head in the sand over her daughter Ashley's miscarriage, deciding to DIY every inch of her house rather than confront her feelings. And Rana is given a menopause 101 by her mum Nina, sending her into a tailspin - and making her determined to "use it before she loses it".

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
The Lawrence Sweeney Mix. Image shows from L to R: Jim Sweeney, Josie Lawrence

The Lawrence Sweeney Mix

Series 2, Episode 1

The show continues to open and close with the audience shouting the credits. Josie quickly tries to get the upper hand by asking Jim to read details from a brochure. Jim cannot help laughing at the news of a 72 year old lady stuck in a Portaloo!

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30 min
Hullraisers. Rana (Taj Atwal)

Hullraisers

Series 2, Episode 2 - The Paulster

After Craig's shock proposal, Toni flees the scene, leaving him without an answer. Much to Paula's annoyance, Toni shows up at the DIY shop where she works, causing chaos for her and her long-time colleague Brian. After Rana is mistaken for a strippergram during a death call, she has to deal with an onslaught of sexist "banter" from fellow officer Chris. Luckily, she knows just how to deal with it: ringing her mum.

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I'm Alan Partridge. Alan Partridge (Steve Coogan). Copyright: Talkback Productions

I'm Alan Partridge

Series 1, Episode 1 - A Room With An Alan

Despite being reduced to living in a roadside motel and presenting an early-morning programme on Radio Norwich, Alan still dreams of launching a new show on the BBC. However, his meeting with chief commissioner Tony Hayers does not run smoothly.

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (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 5

It's Bank Holiday Monday and the Essex contingent arrives for a sunny day out at the beach. Doris even puts her sun dress on!

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A League Of Their Own. Image shows left to right: Jill Scott, Mary Earps, Micah Richards, Romesh Ranganathan, Mo Gilligan, Guz Khan, Jamie Redknapp

A League Of Their Own

Series 18, Episode 3

Joining the ALOTO gang this week, Manchester United and Lioness goalkeeper Mary Earps and comedian Guz Khan. We'll see Jamie and Micah bare all in a strip cricket challenge. And Mary and Mo take on the scariest challenge ever seen on ALOTO.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Elis James. Copyright: Idil Sukan

State Of The Nations

Episode 2 - England

Elis James visits The Stand Comedy Club in Newcastle, where he is joined by Rahul Kohli, Suzi Ruffell and Tom Allen.

Comedy Central 11:10pm (repeat)
Michael McIntyre: Hello Wembley!. Michael McIntyre

Michael McIntyre: Hello Wembley!

Stand-up Michael McIntyre performs to a sell-out crowd at the Wembley Arena. From October 2009.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 11:15pm (repeat)
Breeders. Ally (Daisy Haggard)

Breeders

Series 4, Episode 3 - No Age

Ally is appalled that she's about to turn 50 and bans the family from ever mentioning that number; Paul tries to help Luke, who is overwhelmed by learning to drive and become a dad; Ava meets a charismatic girl called Holly.

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:20pm (repeat)
Taskmaster. Sam Campbell

Taskmaster

Series 16, Episode 8 - Never Packed A Boot

The mystery of the secret task is finally revealed to the baffled cast of comics, before we get the answers to some age-old questions: why does everyone keep choosing Sam Campbell? Why is Sue Perkins tossing her head like a lion? And, crucially, who will get to wear the Special Hat?

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The Young Ones. Image shows from L to R: Vyvyan (Adrian Edmondson), Neil (Nigel Planer), Mike (Christopher Ryan), Rick (Rik Mayall). Copyright: BBC

The Young Ones

Series 1, Episode 4 - Bomb

An atom bomb lands in the middle of the boys' kitchen, but they're divided over what to do with it. Vyvyan, for example, can't work out why he can't set it off.

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Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: David (Jonathon Dutton), Louise (Kathryn Drysdale). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 3, Episode 5 - Hospikal

Jonny goes round to plead with Janet's Dad, who's still refusing to have anything to do with the wedding. Mid-grovel, Jonny is shocked to find that Flo is in the house, alone with Mr Smith.

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Gary: Tank Commander. Gary McLintoch (Greg McHugh). Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Gary: Tank Commander

Series 2, Episode 3 - Too Many Chefs

Sergeant Thomson punishes Gary and the boys by putting them on kitchen duty for the Captain's important dinner.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
A Look Back At The Future

A Look Back At The Future

Episode 2 - 2005

Recorded in the 1990s, Kate Robbins, Brian Perkins and guest comedians recall 21st century years yet to happen.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: David (Jonathon Dutton), Louise (Kathryn Drysdale). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 3, Episode 6 - Dresses Dresses Dresses

The girls are in a frenzy when Janet's Dad gives her some cash to spend on a wedding dress. They abandon their blokes for a day of girly shopping.

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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

Series 2, Episode 4 - No Greater Love

Rodney has fallen for an older woman whose husband is locked up in prison. With her old man's release imminent, Del fears for Rodney's safety, but he can see that the lad is smitten.

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Mock The Week. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 16, Episode 9

Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis look back over the week's events with the help of guests James Acaster, Ed Byrne, Gary Delaney, Ivo Graham and Zoe Lyons.

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Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Lee (Lee Mack), Tim (Tim Vine). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 3, Episode 2 - Winner

Lee is insufferably smug when he wins £1,000 in a writing competition with an essay entitled 'Disability in the Workplace'.

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Don't Hate The Playaz. Image shows from L to R: M Huncho, Fern Brady, Jordan Stephens. Copyright: Monkey Kingdom

Don't Hate The Playaz

Series 3, Episode 5

Maya Jama, Big Narstie and Babatunde Aleshe go up against Lady Leshurr, Fern Brady, M Huncho and Nafe Smallz.

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Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: John Simpson, David Mitchell, Katherine Ryan, Rob Brydon, Warwick Davis, Hugh Dennis, Lee Mack. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 10, Episode 4

With John Simpson, Hugh Dennis, Katherine Ryan and Warwick Davis.

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Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Patsy (Joanna Lumley), Edina (Jennifer Saunders). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

2011 Christmas Specials - Identity

There's a homecoming for one of the women, who's been 'away' for quite some time. She arrives at the Monsoon household with a new - slightly scary - best friend who forces a certain person to face some long-hidden truths...

U&Dave channel logo 2am (repeat)
Question Team. Sophie Duker

Question Team

Series 1, Episode 5

Making up Richard Ayoade's self-quizzing collective this week are Johnny Vegas, Rachel Parris, Sophie Duker and special guest Lost Voice Guy.

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I'm Alan Partridge. Alan Partridge (Steve Coogan). Copyright: Talkback Productions

I'm Alan Partridge

Series 1, Episode 1 - A Room With An Alan

Despite being reduced to living in a roadside motel and presenting an early-morning programme on Radio Norwich, Alan still dreams of launching a new show on the BBC. However, his meeting with chief commissioner Tony Hayers does not run smoothly.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2:30am (repeat)
The Break. Image shows from L to R: Andy (Tom Palmer), Uncle Jeff (Philip Jackson)

The Break

Series 1, Episode 1 - The Key

Andy Chambers, edgy, sharp-tongued City burn-out, has fled London for his Uncle Jeff's seaside home. When we meet him, all Andy wants to do is sleep, but Jeff is having none of it.

Talking Pictures TV 2:45am (repeat)
Dentist In The Chair. Image shows from L to R: David Cookson (Bob Monkhouse), Sam Field (Kenneth Connor)

Dentist In The Chair

Comedy with Bob Monkhouse, Peggy Cummings and Kenneth Connor. A burglar breaks into the wrong shop and steals medical instruments instead of silver.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:50am (repeat)
The Young Ones. Image shows from L to R: Vyvyan (Adrian Edmondson), Neil (Nigel Planer), Mike (Christopher Ryan), Rick (Rik Mayall). Copyright: BBC

The Young Ones

Series 1, Episode 4 - Bomb

An atom bomb lands in the middle of the boys' kitchen, but they're divided over what to do with it. Vyvyan, for example, can't work out why he can't set it off.

U&Dave channel logo 2:50am (repeat)
Hypothetical. Ross Noble

Hypothetical

Series 4, Episode 7

This week's guests are Ross Noble, Angela Barnes, Sunil Patel and Lou Sanders.

Comedy Central Extra 3am (repeat)
Romesh Ranganathan: Irrational Live. Romesh Ranganathan. Copyright: Open Mike Productions / Andy Hollingworth

Romesh Ranganathan: Irrational Live

TV edit of Romesh Ranganathan's stand-up DVD.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 3am (repeat)
Dad's Army. Copyright: BBC

Dad's Army

Series 2, Episode 3 - Put That Light Out!

Jones, Frazer, Pike and Godfrey go on patrol in the local lighthouse, but soon course trouble when they turn the light on and shine it over Walmington-on-Sea... during an air-raid.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:30am (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 2, Episode 5 - A Microwave, Five Men And A Nappy

With Gloria and Shirley away for the night, Porkpie, Desmond, Michael, Matthew and Tony are left alone to cause trouble - and they soon find themselves looking after a white baby!

Comedy Central 3:30am (repeat)
Guessable?. Bec Hill

Guessable?

Series 3, Episode 4 - Is Pumping A Young Man's Game

Sara Pascoe and John Kearns, with captains Alan Davies and Darren Harriott, this week welcome the unruly bunch of Brian Conley, Harriet Kemsley, Bec Hill and Dr Ranj into the Comedy Central loft to play a selection of simple but beguiling guessing games.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 3:30am (repeat)
Second Thoughts. Copyright: BBC

Second Thoughts

Series 2, Episode 4 - Health and Efficiency

Faith heads to a health farm, leaving Bill to mind the happy home.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4am (repeat)
The Unbelievable Truth. David Mitchell. Copyright: BBC / Random Entertainment

The Unbelievable Truth

Series 24, Episode 2

David Mitchell hosts the game show in which guests are encouraged to tell lies in a bid to smuggle as many items of truth as possible past their opponents. Panellists Lucy Porter, Zoe Lyons, Sean Lock and Jack Dee are obliged to talk with deliberate inaccuracy on subjects as varied as country and western music, sharks, jobs, and the 1970s.

Talking Pictures TV 4:20am (repeat)
A Yank In Ermine

A Yank In Ermine

A repeat of this 1955 film.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30am (repeat)
Stockport, So Good They Named It Once

Stockport, So Good They Named It Once

Series 1, Episode 4 - Lights

The comic goings on of the Conroy family in the Greater Manchester town of Stockport.

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Dodo. Copyright: Wildseed Studios

Dodo

Series 1, Episode 2 - Trouble

When an adrenaline-fueled game of dares gets out of hand, Joe accidentally throws a ball at a teacher and now he's in big, big trouble.

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Dodo. Copyright: Wildseed Studios

Dodo

Series 1, Episode 7 - Disco

Joe Connolly arrives at the disco with high hopes of a slow dance with Daisy Adeyemi. The only thing standing in his way is his best friend, Frisbo, who has his own high hopes of knee sliding. And girls don't like kneeslides.

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