British Comedy Guide

Schedule Tuesday 2nd January 2024

Comedy Central Extra 6am (repeat)
Guessable?. Sara Pascoe. Copyright: Tuesday's Child

Guessable?

Series 2, Episode 5

This week sees the gang welcome Strictly favourite Oti Mabuse alongside comedians David Baddiel, Maisie Adam and Miles Jupp to play another medley of madcap games.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (repeat)
George & Mildred. Image shows from L to R: Mildred Roper (Yootha Joyce), George Roper (Brian Murphy). Copyright: Thames Television

George & Mildred

Series 2, Episode 2 - All Around The Clock

George hasn't been allowed to forget his wedding anniversary, and buys Mildred a carriage clock. Meanwhile, the Fourmiles return from a 'winter holiday' to find their house burgled.

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

Minder

Series 8, Episode 11 - The Odds Couple

Arthur offers Ray's services to stop a compulsive gambler from losing anymore of her husband's money.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6:30am (repeat)
George & Mildred. Image shows from L to R: Mildred Roper (Yootha Joyce), George Roper (Brian Murphy). Copyright: Thames Television

George & Mildred

Series 2, Episode 3 - The Travelling Man

When George advertises for a lodger to take their spare room, Mildred is not impresse - until, that is, she sees the male applicant!

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

Desmond's

Series 1, Episode 1 - The French Lesson

Shirley takes up French lessons at a night school, and Desmond fears that her teacher is becoming too fond of her. Meanwhile, Louise and Gloria are interested in finding 'male order' men.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 7am (repeat)
An Audience With.... Victoria Wood

An Audience With...

Episode 9 - Victoria Wood

Comedian Victoria Wood performs before a star-studded audience including Julie Walters, Dave Allen, Judi Dench and Dawn French, treating her guests to a selection of her celebrated monologues, taking questions from the audience, and performing some witty numbers at the piano.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7am (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep

Shaun The Sheep

Adventures From Mossy Bottom, Episode 10 - Prize Porker

A pig tricks the whole farm into thinking he's a champion.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 29 - For Your Insides Only

Penfold takes a trip inside Danger Mouse's body to save him from a deadly aversion to his own heroism.

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

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 1 - Beat The Bus

New teacher Miss Mistry is taking Class 3C on a trip to Flumes 'o' Doom theme park.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Teatime. Image shows from L to R: Uncle Bob (Steven Brandon), Lisa (Katie Redford), Donna (Samantha Spiro), Joe (Philip Glenister), Rav (Prasanna Puwanarajah), Vicky (Aimee-Ffion Edwards)

Teatime

Episode 1

Newlyweds Vicky and Rav want a quiet night in, if only Vicky's family would let them.

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

Desmond's

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Offer

Another barber shop chain, Short n Curlies, is looking to open a branch in Peckham, and the owner approaches Desmond with a buy-out proposal. He's sorely tempted, but wants to explore other avenues before making his decision...

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

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 48 - Chocolate Hills, Philippines

The Grimbots discover a place called the Chocolate Hills on Bohol Island in the Philippines and take Grandmaster Glitch there.

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 4, Episode 20 - The Kippered Herring Gang

Neddie Seagoon pursues a criminal gang.

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 4, Episode 3 - Calendar Boys

Bored with life on the farm, Marlene throws herself into charity work. As a by-product of her efforts, Boycie senses an opportunity to become Sir Aubrey. Marlene, with the help of their staff, tries to use her charity contacts to help her husband achieve his dream. Unfortunately, life is very rarely that simple, particularly where Boycie and Marlene are concerned.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8:10am (repeat)
Ronnie Corbett

An Audience With...

Episode 22 - Ronnie Corbett

Multi-talented Ronnie Corbett entertains a star-studded audience - including Ronnie Barker, Frank Skinner, Damien Hirst, Samantha Janus and Lord Parkinson - with his singing, dancing and piano playing, not to mention a touch of comedy.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:25am (repeat)
Sketchy Comedy

Sketchy Comedy

Episode 10

A bunch of bananas, door handle, fridge and tortilla are among the items get the Sketchy treatment.

TNT Sports 1 logo 8:30am (repeat)
Andrew Mensah's Stand-Up Kickabout. Andrew Mensah

Andrew Mensah's Stand-Up Kickabout

Episode 4 - Mousehole AFC - Cornwall

Mousehole are flying high with 4 promotions in 5 seasons so Andrew heads down to the very tip of the country to find out whether Mousehole can become the first ever Cornish team to play in the English Football League. He went to Cornwall once but vowed never to return, will his second visit flip his opinion?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30am (repeat)
June Whitfield

Like They've Never Been Gone

Episode 1: Fresh fame beckons ex-Eurovision duo Sheila and Tommy, but there is a snag.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:50am (repeat)
Ever Decreasing Circles. Image shows from L to R: Ann Bryce (Penelope Wilton), Martin Bryce (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Ever Decreasing Circles

Series 1, Episode 1

Martin is busy organising the lives of all his neighbours blissfully unaware of the approach of a man who will disturb his little empire forever. While his friends embrace the newcomer, Martin concerns himself with organising a protest against a lorry driver who insists on parking in the Close.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9am (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

The Motion Show

Series 5, Episode 5

Graeme Garden hosts the comedy debating show, with guests Gyles Brandreth, Steve Punt, Arthur Smith and Lauren Laverne.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 9:15am (repeat)
Carry On Camping. Image shows from L to R: Sid Boggle (Sid James), Bernie Lugg (Bernard Bresslaw). Copyright: ITV Studios

Carry On Camping

Sid James and Bernard Bresslaw play a pair of likely lads who try to take their prudish girlfriends to a nudist holiday camp.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:25am (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Ted Bovis (Paul Shane). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 2, Episode 2 - Peggy's Big Chance

Peggy, the chalet maid, has a burning ambition to become a Yellowcoat. Jeffrey arranges an interview.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 9:30am (repeat)
Peter Tinniswood

Winston

Winston, Episode 5 - Whacko Jolly Dee

The wily poacher's plans for a life of bliss with Nancy hit a snag.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 9:35am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 6, Christmas Special - Minder On The Orient Express

Terry accepts a pair of tickets from a beautiful young heiress for a trip on the Orient Express, only to discover that his girlfriend has been left behind and Arthur Daley is his new travelling companion...

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:35am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 4, Episode 21 - More About On Top Of

The Twirlywoos are in a supermarket watching a shop assistant stacking toilet rolls on top of each other.

Comedy Central 10am (repeat)
Guessable?. Sara Pascoe. Copyright: Tuesday's Child

Guessable?

Series 1, Episode 1

Sara Pascoe, alongside team captains Alan Davies & Darren Harriott with able assistant John Kearns, welcome presenter Clare Balding and comedians Jason Manford, Russell Kane and Dane Baptiste.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10am (repeat)
Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Nurse Gladys Emmanuel (Lynda Baron), Granville (David Jason), Albert Arkwright (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: BBC

Open All Hours

Series 1, Episode 1 - Full Of Mysterious Promise

"Why don't we get engaged before we both grow a moustache?"
What's more fruitless - Arkwright's pursuit of Nurse Gladys Emmanuel, or his attempt to sell tins of food without labels?

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

Sooty

Series 3, Episode 6 - Just Desserts

The gang open an ice cream parlour with disastrous results. Guest starring John Challis.

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 31, Episode 6 - The Very Last Of The Summer Wine: How Not To Cry At Weddings

Everyone arrives at the pub for the wedding, but Glenda receives a call to say the bridegroom has done a runner.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 10:55am (repeat)
Carry On Cleo. Cleopatra (Amanda Barrie). Copyright: Peter Rogers Productions

Carry On Cleo

The Carry On team take on ancient history and the big-budget film Cleopatra. Caesar's plan goes awry when Antony is captivated by Cleopatra.

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.

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

Comedy Playhouse, Episode 1 - Of Funerals And Fish

Blamire, Compo and Clegg are three opposites with one thing in common - determination to make each day as full as possible. After being thrown out of the library for smoking and eating, the trio head to the café and are driven away by argument, then do a little fishing - before a chance sighting up in the hills opens the library doors to them once more.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:45am (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 7 - Sausage Lossage

Walter takes over Butch Butcher's sausage-making business.

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 4, Episode 3 - Calendar Boys

Bored with life on the farm, Marlene throws herself into charity work. As a by-product of her efforts, Boycie senses an opportunity to become Sir Aubrey. Marlene, with the help of their staff, tries to use her charity contacts to help her husband achieve his dream. Unfortunately, life is very rarely that simple, particularly where Boycie and Marlene are concerned.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 6 - Live And Let Cry

Having put the Danger Babies through their paces, Professor Squawkencluck leaves it to Danger Mouse to settle them down with a nice soothing story.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
Teatime. Image shows from L to R: Uncle Bob (Steven Brandon), Lisa (Katie Redford), Donna (Samantha Spiro), Joe (Philip Glenister), Rav (Prasanna Puwanarajah), Vicky (Aimee-Ffion Edwards)

Teatime

Episode 1

Newlyweds Vicky and Rav want a quiet night in, if only Vicky's family would let them.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40pm (repeat)
Ever Decreasing Circles. Image shows from L to R: Ann Bryce (Penelope Wilton), Martin Bryce (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Ever Decreasing Circles

Series 1, Episode 1

Martin is busy organising the lives of all his neighbours blissfully unaware of the approach of a man who will disturb his little empire forever. While his friends embrace the newcomer, Martin concerns himself with organising a protest against a lorry driver who insists on parking in the Close.

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 4, Episode 20 - The Kippered Herring Gang

Neddie Seagoon pursues a criminal gang.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20pm (repeat)
Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Nurse Gladys Emmanuel (Lynda Baron), Granville (David Jason), Albert Arkwright (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: BBC

Open All Hours

Series 1, Episode 1 - Full Of Mysterious Promise

"Why don't we get engaged before we both grow a moustache?"
What's more fruitless - Arkwright's pursuit of Nurse Gladys Emmanuel, or his attempt to sell tins of food without labels?

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

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 15 - Gold Flinger

Quark tricks Danger Mouse into transporting a ticking timebomb back to earth.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 1:30pm (repeat)
June Whitfield

Like They've Never Been Gone

Episode 1: Fresh fame beckons ex-Eurovision duo Sheila and Tommy, but there is a snag.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:55pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 16 - Thumb Wars

In a somewhat misguided attempt to resolve Dennis and Walter's spiralling competitiveness, Miss Mistry offers thumb wrestling as a solution - but can Walter play fair, or will the situation get out of hand?

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 1, Episode 1 - The Man And The Hour

During World War Two, there is a call for ordinary civilians to form a new section of the army: the Local Defence Volunteers. One man plans to lead them - but is the local bank manager right for the job?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2pm (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

The Motion Show

Series 5, Episode 5

Graeme Garden hosts the comedy debating show, with guests Gyles Brandreth, Steve Punt, Arthur Smith and Lauren Laverne.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 2:25pm (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.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2:30pm (repeat)
Peter Tinniswood

Winston

Winston, Episode 5 - Whacko Jolly Dee

The wily poacher's plans for a life of bliss with Nancy hit a snag.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 2:35pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 49 - Go Jet Academy: Global Gameshow

It's the Go Jetters as you've never seen them before as they take part in a disco-dazzling around the world gameshow! Foz and Xui are on Team Go Jetter and Grandmaster Glitch and Kyan are on Team Glitch as they go head to head to see who will win. Ubercorn and Lars are the quizmasters asking the questions in this ultimate geographic quiz.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:40pm (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 4, Episode 3 - Calendar Boys

Bored with life on the farm, Marlene throws herself into charity work. As a by-product of her efforts, Boycie senses an opportunity to become Sir Aubrey. Marlene, with the help of their staff, tries to use her charity contacts to help her husband achieve his dream. Unfortunately, life is very rarely that simple, particularly where Boycie and Marlene are concerned.

Comedy Central Extra 3pm (repeat)
Guessable?. Sara Pascoe. Copyright: Tuesday's Child

Guessable?

Series 2, Episode 5

This week sees the gang welcome Strictly favourite Oti Mabuse alongside comedians David Baddiel, Maisie Adam and Miles Jupp to play another medley of madcap games.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20pm (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Ted Bovis (Paul Shane). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 2, Episode 2 - Peggy's Big Chance

Peggy, the chalet maid, has a burning ambition to become a Yellowcoat. Jeffrey arranges an interview.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 3:55pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 8, Episode 12 - The Coach That Came In From The Cold

Arthur attempts to ingratiate himself to the local golf club.

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 31, Episode 6 - The Very Last Of The Summer Wine: How Not To Cry At Weddings

Everyone arrives at the pub for the wedding, but Glenda receives a call to say the bridegroom has done a runner.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:05pm (repeat)
Lagging. Sol (Yoni Bronks). Copyright: BBC

Lagging

Series 3, Episode 6 - Pay To Play

Sol and Team SMoRcLEWA take on the greedy boss of Zaagstar Games. Can they stop him?

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

Comedy Playhouse, Episode 1 - Of Funerals And Fish

Blamire, Compo and Clegg are three opposites with one thing in common - determination to make each day as full as possible. After being thrown out of the library for smoking and eating, the trio head to the café and are driven away by argument, then do a little fishing - before a chance sighting up in the hills opens the library doors to them once more.

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

Supertato

Series 2, Episode 24 - Moustache Mystery

Broccoli is horrified when someone paints moustaches on photographs of her friends.

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

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 50 - Horsetail Fall, California

The Go Jetters have travelled to Horsetail Fall in the Yosemite National Park. It's a 300m-high waterfall made of melted snow.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:20pm (repeat)
Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Nurse Gladys Emmanuel (Lynda Baron), Granville (David Jason), Albert Arkwright (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: BBC

Open All Hours

Series 1, Episode 1 - Full Of Mysterious Promise

"Why don't we get engaged before we both grow a moustache?"
What's more fruitless - Arkwright's pursuit of Nurse Gladys Emmanuel, or his attempt to sell tins of food without labels?

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 6, Episode 9 - Hard Times

Charlie fears he may be staring financial ruin in the face and launches an economy drive determined to cut down on family expenses.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 5:30pm (repeat)
Teatime. Image shows from L to R: Uncle Bob (Steven Brandon), Lisa (Katie Redford), Donna (Samantha Spiro), Joe (Philip Glenister), Rav (Prasanna Puwanarajah), Vicky (Aimee-Ffion Edwards)

Teatime

Episode 1

Newlyweds Vicky and Rav want a quiet night in, if only Vicky's family would let them.

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Series 1, Episode 1 - You Must Remember This

Freelance secretary Judith works through her mother, Jean's, agency. When she goes to meet a new client, Lionel, to assist him in redrafting the manuscript for his autobiography, it rather curiously transpires that Lionel and Jean have met before.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (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 4, Episode 3 - Calendar Boys

Bored with life on the farm, Marlene throws herself into charity work. As a by-product of her efforts, Boycie senses an opportunity to become Sir Aubrey. Marlene, with the help of their staff, tries to use her charity contacts to help her husband achieve his dream. Unfortunately, life is very rarely that simple, particularly where Boycie and Marlene are concerned.

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 4, Episode 20 - The Kippered Herring Gang

Neddie Seagoon pursues a criminal gang.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
The Ultimate Choice. Steph McGovern

The Ultimate Choice

Series 2, Episode 1 - Jane Austen v Where's Wally

Steph McGovern asks some seriously funny minds to offer definitive answers to the great questions of our age. Or not. With guests Jason Cook and Lauren Pattison.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 6:30pm (repeat)
June Whitfield

Like They've Never Been Gone

Episode 1: Fresh fame beckons ex-Eurovision duo Sheila and Tommy, but there is a snag.

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 24, Episode 10 - All Of A Florrie

Truly finds out out what it's like when a flirtation from the past turns up with amorous intentions.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:40pm (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 1, Episode 1 - The Man And The Hour

During World War Two, there is a call for ordinary civilians to form a new section of the army: the Local Defence Volunteers. One man plans to lead them - but is the local bank manager right for the job?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

The Motion Show

Series 5, Episode 5

Graeme Garden hosts the comedy debating show, with guests Gyles Brandreth, Steve Punt, Arthur Smith and Lauren Laverne.

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 25, Episode 1 - Jurassic No Parking

Barry's competition prize proves a problem - for everyone who helps to get rid of it.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20pm (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 5, Episode 5 - The Desperate Drive Of Corporal Jones

When the platoon go on an exercise, Jones and Godfrey make a mistake with the map reference and send half of the men to the wrong spot. The spot that Mainwaring goes to just happens to be the target for some 25-pounders.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30pm (repeat)
Peter Tinniswood

Winston

Winston, Episode 5 - Whacko Jolly Dee

The wily poacher's plans for a life of bliss with Nancy hit a snag.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

A selection of episodes from the first series of the Dawn French sitcom.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
Agatha Raisin. Image shows from L to R: James Lacey (Jamie Glover), Agatha Raisin (Ashley Jensen)

Agatha Raisin

Series 3, Episode 1 - The Haunted House - Part 1

Agatha opens her own detective agency, but potential clients aren't exactly breaking down the door of her new office. In search of new business, Agatha and James visit Ivy Hall, a house said to be haunted since the English Civil War.

BBC Four 8pm (repeat)
No Job For A Lady. Jean Price (Penelope Keith). Copyright: Thames Television

Penelope Keith: From Margo To The Manor Born

A profile of the life and career of actress and sitcom star Penelope Keith.

BBC Four 8pm
15 min
BBC Four 8:15pm (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Audrey fforbes-Hamilton (Penelope Keith). Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Series 1, Episode 1

Following the death of her husband, Audrey fforbes-Hamilton discovers that their large country estate is almost bankrupt, and is told that she has no option other than to sell up.

U&Dave channel logo 8:20pm (repeat)
QI. Ivo Graham

QI

Series S, Episode 12 - Silly Season

Sandi and Alan are joined by Holly Walsh, Stephen K Amos and Ivo Graham as they take part in a silly season edition.

BBC Three 8:30pm (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 7

Stacey returns to Essex to sort out the situation with Gavin, but things are not looking good. Meanwhile in Barry, an unexpected event throws everyone into a panic.

BBC Four 8:40pm (repeat)
Yes, Prime Minister. Image shows from L to R: Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds), James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne). Copyright: BBC

Yes, Prime Minister

Series 1, Episode 1 - The Grand Design

It's only been 3 days since Jim found himself elevated to Downing Street, and already the strains of the job are beginning to set in. When is the point of 'last resort' for the ultimate deterrent? Should there even be one? Could the re-introduction of conscription solve unemployment? And how will he get some lunch?

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
Agatha Raisin. Image shows from L to R: Agatha Raisin (Ashley Jensen), James Lacey (Jamie Glover)

Agatha Raisin

Series 3, Episode 2 - The Haunted House - Part 2

Agatha and James continue the investigation into Ivy Hall, trying to determine if there really is something supernatural behind the strange noise.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 9pm (repeat)
Billy Connolly

An Audience With...

Episode 7 - Billy Connolly

Billy Connolly offers his unique brand of stand-up humour to a star-studded audience including Twiggy, Clive James, Michael Brandon, Ringo Starr and Samantha Fox.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Matt Lucas, Sandi Toksvig, Cariad Lloyd, Jerry Springer. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series N, Episode 12 - Noodles

With Matt Lucas, Cariad Lloyd and Jerry Springer.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm
60 min
Taskmaster. Image shows left to right: Steve Backshall, Zoe Ball, Greg Davies, Deborah Meaden, Alex Horne, Kojey Radical, Lenny Rush

Taskmaster

Taskmaster's New Year Treat 2024, New Year Special - Huh?

Deborah Meaden, Kojey Radical, Lenny Rush, Steve Backshall and Zoe Ball compete for Greg's golden eyebrows in the fourth New Year Treat.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm
60 min version
(repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Marcus Brigstocke, Sean Lock, Romesh Ranganathan. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 9, Episode 3 - Sean Lock, Romesh Ranganathan, Marcus Brigstocke

Sean Lock introduces Romesh Ranganathan and Marcus Brigstocke.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
60 min version
(repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Image shows from L to R: Layla Moran, Ian Hislop, Martin Clunes, Sara Pascoe, Paul Merton

Have I Got News For You

Series 58, Episode 1

Actor Martin Clunes hosts as the satirical quiz returns for its 58th series, with panellists Layla Moran MP and Sara Pascoe joining regular team leaders Ian Hislop and Paul Merton to poke fun at the week's events.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
The Missing Hancocks. Tony Hancock (Kevin McNally)

The Missing Hancocks

Christmas Special - The Christmas Eve Party

When Hancock throws a noisy party, his neighbours - full of the Christmas spirit - take him to court.

BBC Two 10:20pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Sandi Toksvig. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Episode 4, Quite Into the Wild: Highlights compiled from recent series of QI, the comedy quiz hosted by Sandi Toksvig.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
Earls Of The Court. Image shows from L to R: Lloydie (Stewart Wright), Johnno (Will Adamsdale)

Earls Of The Court

Episode 6 - The Hangover

Lloydie knows that when Johnno's hungover he always makes a misconceived, life-changing decision. But is he ready for what's coming?

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 10:45pm (repeat)
Ricky Gervais Live: Animals

Ricky Gervais Live: Animals

Feature-length film by Ricky Gervais, shot during his first ever stand-up tour. The programme features his performance and backstage footage.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 10:45pm (repeat)
Still Game. Image shows from L to R: Victor McDade (Greg Hemphill), Mrs Fletcher (Ronni Ancona), Jack Jarvis (Ford Kiernan)

Still Game

Series 7, Episode 6 - Down And Out

Emotions run high as Jack, Victor and the residents gather to watch the demolition of a Craiglang tower block. Tam drags Winston into a new money-making scheme and Jack and Victor are enticed by Mrs Fletcher, the beguiling manager of the local care home.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:45pm (repeat)
Quando, Quando, Quando. Copyright: BBC

Quando, Quando, Quando

Christmas Special - The Christmas Rush

When the Christmas snipping gets out of hand and the clients get too crazy, Carlo decides that he has had enough.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 10:55pm (repeat)
Rob And Romesh Vs. Romesh Ranganathan. Copyright: CPL Productions

Rob And Romesh Vs

Series 3, Episode 1 - Art

Rob and Romesh are delving into the world of art. Romesh will be taking Rob to his first ever art gallery, before they head to a top art school to learn different disciplines. The show culminates with each of them having to present an exhibition, in front of a crowd of art fans, at the world famous Saatchi Gallery.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

A selection of episodes from the first series of the Dawn French sitcom.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Tom Allen

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 21 (Channel 4: Series 22), Episode 2

Jimmy Carr hosts the game show mash-up, with Countdown regulars Rachel Riley and Susie Dent. Jack Dee and Tom Allen take on Jon Richardson and Judi Love. John Cooper Clarke is in Dictionary Corner.

Radio 4 11pm
30 min
Now You're Asking With Marian Keyes And Tara Flynn. Image shows from L to R: Tara Flynn, Marian Keyes

Now You're Asking With Marian Keyes And Tara Flynn

Series 3, Episode 8 - The Sullen Super Model Problem

All life is truly here, this week with an awkward family Christmas (that needn't be so bad), a semi-cancelled wedding (which almost certainly wasn't so bad), and pulling out an under-used dinner service (which definitely isn't bad). All these conundrums and many more have come in to the Now You're Asking mailbox for Marian and Tara to do their best to address.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Inside No. 9. Reece Shearsmith. Copyright: BBC

Chain Reaction

Series 10, Episode 1 - Adam Buxton interviews Reece Shearsmith

Comedian, actor, technophile and one half of 'Adam and Joe' Adam Buxton talks to the co-creator and star of The League of Gentlemen, Psychoville and Inside No. 9, Reece Shearsmith.

BBC Two 11:15pm (repeat)
Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Fishing. Image shows left to right: Paul Whitehouse, Bob Mortimer

Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Fishing

Gone Hogmanay Fishing, New Year Special - Gone Hogmanay Fishing (Scotland)

Bob, Paul and Ted travel to Scotland to fish for salmon and to taste the traditional Hogmanay celebrations on offer.

Radio 4 11:30pm (repeat)
Jon Long

Carbon Lifeforms

Episode 1 - Food

In this pilot recording Jon Long and Tara Shine tackle 'Food' - the dirty, dangerous, and downright delicious. Featuring games of 'Play Your Carbon Footprint Right!', 'Bless Me, Tara, For I Have Sinned', and 'Greenwash of the Week'.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Pleased To Meet You

Pleased To Meet You

Episode 1

90-something good-time girl Dora Dale shares wild tales of her star-strewn past. Betraying confidences and breaking unwritten rules galore, the friend of the stars reveals some surprising and salacious secrets.

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:40pm (repeat)
Taskmaster. Image shows left to right: Steve Backshall, Zoe Ball, Greg Davies, Deborah Meaden, Alex Horne, Kojey Radical, Lenny Rush

Taskmaster

Taskmaster's New Year Treat 2024, New Year Special - Huh?

Deborah Meaden, Kojey Radical, Lenny Rush, Steve Backshall and Zoe Ball compete for Greg's golden eyebrows in the fourth New Year Treat.

Comedy Central Midnight (repeat)
Kevin Bridges - The Story So Far. Kevin Bridges. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Kevin Bridges - The Story So Far

Scottish stand-up Kevin Bridges performs his 2010 live show in front of a packed Glasgow audience.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Angela Barnes, Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Gary Delaney, Kerry Godliman, Nish Kumar, Ed Gamble. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 16, Episode 3

Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis look back on another eventful week, with guests Angela Barnes, Gary Delaney, Ed Gamble, Kerry Godliman and Nish Kumar.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 12:05am (repeat)
Carry On Henry. Henry VIII (Sid James). Copyright: Peter Rogers Productions

Carry On Henry

Historical hamming from the Carry On regulars. Henry VIII is up in arms about the garlic breath of his wife, Marie de Normandy.

BBC Three 12:15am (repeat)
People Just Do Nothing. Image shows from L to R: Chabuddy G (Asim Chaudhry), Beats (Hugo Chegwin), Steves (Steve Stamp), Grindah (Allan Mustafa). Copyright: Roughcut Television

People Just Do Nothing

Series 3, Episode 5 - Ipswich

Chabuddy organises for Kurupt FM to perform at a club in Ipswich. With emotions running high and groupie action on the cards, only Steves's travel sickness can kill the vibe now. Back in Brentford, Miche goes out for her first ever work drinks.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:30am (repeat)
I Literally Just Told You. Image shows left to right: Sarah Millican, Bill Bailey, AJ Odudu, Ben Shephard

I Literally Just Told You

Series 3, Christmas Special - Celebrity I Literally Just Told You

Jimmy Carr presents a brand new festive celebrity special of the game show with a unique twist. AJ Odudu, Ben Shephard, Bill Bailey and Sarah Millican play to win up to £25,000 for their chosen charities. All they need to do is remember the answers that Jimmy, his team of question writers and some surprise guests have literally just told them.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 12:40am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 8, Episode 12 - The Coach That Came In From The Cold

Arthur attempts to ingratiate himself to the local golf club.

U&Dave channel logo 12:40am (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Nish Kumar, Angela Barnes, Hugh Dennis, Milton Jones, Dara O Briain, Ed Byrne, Romesh Ranganathan. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 16, Episode 4

Angela Barnes, Ed Byrne, Milton Jones, Nish Kumar and Romesh Ranganathan are the guests this week.

BBC Three 12:45am (repeat)
People Just Do Nothing. Michelle (Lily Brazier). Copyright: Roughcut Television

People Just Do Nothing

Series 3, Episode 6 - Valentimes

Miche wonders if there's any chance of her and Grindah getting back together.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 12:50am (repeat)
The Graham Norton Show. Graham Norton. Credit: So Television, Christopher Baines

The Graham Norton Show

Series 31, New Year Special - Emma Stone, Mark Ruffalo, Claudia Winkleman, Rob Brydon, Ezra Collective

Emma Stone and Mark Ruffalo talk about their new movie, Claudia Winkleman says she was shocked at the success of The Traitors, Rob Brydon reprises his Barbie performance, and Ezra Collective performs live in the studio.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1am (repeat)
Gimme Gimme Gimme. Image shows from L to R: Linda (Kathy Burke), Tom (James Dreyfus). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Gimme Gimme Gimme

Series 1, Episode 1 - Who's That Boy?

Linda and Tom wake up after a heavy night's drinking to find a half-dressed man in their kitchen. Neither recall anything about the evening, nor can find any evidence of having done the deed - but equally, neither can accept the possibility that they didn't but the other did. Just who is this man?

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The Stand Up Sketch Show. Sikisa

The Stand Up Sketch Show

Series 4, Episode 2

Routines by comedians including Dane Baptiste, Bobby Mair, Sikisa, Larry Dean, Russell Kane, Jayde Adams, Travis Jay and Seann Walsh are reconstructed as sketches.

BBC Four 1:10am (repeat)
BBC Four

Scotch And Wry

1986 Special

A Scottish sketch show starring Rikki Fulton, featuring characters such as Supercop and the Rev. I.M. Jolly.

U&Dave channel logo 1:20am (repeat)
QI

QI

Series S, Episode 9 - 'S' Animals

Join Sandi Toksvig, Alan Davies, Cally Beaton, Jamali Maddix and Josh Widdicombe for a look at animals which begin with the letter S.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:40am (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Marcus Brigstocke, Sean Lock, Romesh Ranganathan. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 9, Episode 3 - Sean Lock, Romesh Ranganathan, Marcus Brigstocke

Sean Lock introduces Romesh Ranganathan and Marcus Brigstocke.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 1:50am (repeat)
George & Mildred. Image shows from L to R: Mildred Roper (Yootha Joyce), George Roper (Brian Murphy). Copyright: Thames Television

George & Mildred

Series 2, Episode 1 - Jumble Pie

George's budgie Oscar has died. However, Mildred's busy sorting out unwanted items for the vicar's jumble sale.

U&Drama channel logo 2am (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 6, Episode 9 - Hard Times

Charlie fears he may be staring financial ruin in the face and launches an economy drive determined to cut down on family expenses.

U&Dave channel logo 2:25am (repeat)
Mel Giedroyc: Unforgivable. Image shows from L to R: Katherine Ryan, Lou Sanders, Bimini Bon Boulash, Mel Giedroyc, Toussaint Douglass

Mel Giedroyc: Unforgivable

Series 2, Episode 2

Mel and Lou are joined by the brilliant Katherine Ryan, Drag Race standout star Bimini Bon Boulash, and stand-up Toussaint Douglass. Katherine spills the beans on her prom night, Bimini reveals what happens after too many vodkas and Toussaint explains why you should never accept chicken from strangers.

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 2:30am (repeat)
The Big Fat Quiz Of The Year. Image shows left to right: Mo Gilligan, Rosie Jones, Katherine Ryan, Jimmy Carr, Richard Ayoade, Mel Giedroyc, Kevin Bridges

The Big Fat Quiz Of The Year

Episode 28 - The Big Fat Quiz Of The Year 2023

Richard Ayoade, Katherine Ryan, Mel Giedroyc, Mo Gilligan, Rosie Jones and Kevin Bridges look back on the year.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2:30am (repeat)
Teatime. Image shows from L to R: Uncle Bob (Steven Brandon), Lisa (Katie Redford), Donna (Samantha Spiro), Joe (Philip Glenister), Rav (Prasanna Puwanarajah), Vicky (Aimee-Ffion Edwards)

Teatime

Episode 1

Newlyweds Vicky and Rav want a quiet night in, if only Vicky's family would let them.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:40am (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 1, Episode 1 - The French Lesson

Shirley takes up French lessons at a night school, and Desmond fears that her teacher is becoming too fond of her. Meanwhile, Louise and Gloria are interested in finding 'male order' men.

Comedy Central Extra 3am (repeat)
Russell Howard & Mum. Image shows from L to R: Ninette Howard, Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard & Mum

Globetrotters - Series 1, Episode 2 - Ancient Arts In Japan

Russell and his mum have arrived in Japan. They're stepping back in time to become the ultimate assassins: Ninette is going full Ninja, despite her camel toe, and Russell is throwing on a nappy and getting neck deep in some Sumo man-boob, as well as massacring some teeny tiny trees.

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 4, Episode 20 - The Kippered Herring Gang

Neddie Seagoon pursues a criminal gang.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 3am (repeat)
Barry Humphries: The Last Laugh. Barry Humphries

Barry Humphries: The Last Laugh

A tribute to Dame Edna Everage star Barry Humphries.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:10am (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Offer

Another barber shop chain, Short n Curlies, is looking to open a branch in Peckham, and the owner approaches Desmond with a buy-out proposal. He's sorely tempted, but wants to explore other avenues before making his decision...

BBC Three 3:15am (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 7

Stacey returns to Essex to sort out the situation with Gavin, but things are not looking good. Meanwhile in Barry, an unexpected event throws everyone into a panic.

U&Dave channel logo 3:25am (repeat)
Beat The Internet With John Robins. John Robins

Beat The Internet With John Robins

Episode 11

John Robins hosts the new comedy quiz show where contestants try to finish sentences based on some of the internet's most popular search terms.

Comedy Central 3:30am (repeat)
Michael McIntyre's Big Show. Image shows from L to R: Michael McIntyre, Niall Horan. Copyright: Hungry McBear

Michael McIntyre's Big Show

Series 3, Episode 5

Miranda Hart bravely gives Michael her phone in Celebrity Send to All, and there is music from Niall Horan and new comedy material from Michael himself. And whose bedroom will Michael be sneaking into in the return of The Midnight Game Show? An A&E doctor is fooled into thinking the theatre is actually a grand hotel in the most ambitious Unexpected Star surprise ever.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 3:30am (repeat)
June Whitfield

Like They've Never Been Gone

Episode 1: Fresh fame beckons ex-Eurovision duo Sheila and Tommy, but there is a snag.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:35am (repeat)
Chewing Gum. Image shows from L to R: Tracey Gordon (Michaela Coel), Candice (Danielle Isaie). Copyright: Retort

Chewing Gum

Series 1, Episode 3 - Possession

Tracey takes the chance to improve her future and heads off to a recruitment day, while Devil-fearing sister Cynthia covers Tracey's shift in the shop. Candice and Nan Esther try and earn some money by holding a sex-toy party on the estate. But Tracey ends up making a deal she regrets...

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4am (repeat)
BBC Radio 4 Extra

The Motion Show

Series 5, Episode 5

Graeme Garden hosts the comedy debating show, with guests Gyles Brandreth, Steve Punt, Arthur Smith and Lauren Laverne.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30am (repeat)
Peter Tinniswood

Winston

Winston, Episode 5 - Whacko Jolly Dee

The wily poacher's plans for a life of bliss with Nancy hit a snag.

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