British Comedy Guide

Schedule Friday 24th May 2024

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Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 8, Episode 6 - The Last Temptation Of Daley

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

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Supertato

Supertato

Series 2, Episode 9 - Undercover Tomato

Tomato paints himself green and goes undercover as a Mini Pea to discover how Evil Pea is firing them at Tato Tower. He makes an unexpected new Mini Pea friend.

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

Shaun The Sheep

Series 3, Episode 19 - Bull v Wool

It's a beautiful day and Shaun, Bitzer and Timmy are enjoying a picnic, when an unexpected guest arrives and spoils the peace. Forced into hiding the trio find ways to entertain themselves, until they have to brave up and face their fear.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7am (repeat)
The Older Woman

The Older Woman

Series 1, Episode 2

Can Roy impress Jane by joining a green pressure group?

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

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Special - A Fear To Remember

Danger Mouse faces the Queen of Weevils in a fearful Halloween special.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:15am (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 5, Episode 9 - Kiss Of The Spiderman

Sean is organising a uni dance and books Spider as DJ. Which is when the trouble starts...

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Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 2 - The P Factor

Pieface is secretly doing chores for Walter, hoping to help Dennis save up some cash.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7:30am (repeat)
Robert Lindsay. Copyright: BBC

Albert And Me

Series 2, Episode 8 - Under Observation

Long single dad Bryan has a scare when his baby is taken to hospital for tests.

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

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 30 - Mount Everest, Asia

Kyan wants to climb Mount Everest, but there's a giant snowball heading his way - and it's got a moustache!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:45am (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 5, Episode 10 - Two Lads And A Lady

Mandy disapproves of Michael's new girlfriend - and she's not the only one.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8am (repeat)
Says On The Tin. Eliott Thurber (Michael Brandon). Copyright: BBC

Says On The Tin

Episode 2 - Cat Food

Eliott struggles to promote gourmet cat food for an intensely conservative company.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:15am (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 4, Episode 6 - Please Mind Your Head

Hyacinth and Richard spend their first night in their new weekend retreat. But plans to become part of the "country set" go horribly wrong as the apartment proves a little on the "bijou" side.

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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 4, Episode 19 - Alien Visitors

Justin and Robert are surprised when three messy aliens called the Odd Bods turn up on their doorstep and start causing chaos around the house.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:55am (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 4, Episode 7 - Let There Be Light

Richard shows that he has a way with electricity when he is pressed into service at the church hall.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:30am (repeat)
Ever Decreasing Circles. Image shows from L to R: Ann Bryce (Penelope Wilton), Martin Bryce (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Ever Decreasing Circles

Series 4, Episode 1

Sensing Ann's tension, Paul helps Martin to let go of all the minutiae in his life by giving him and Ann a spot of therapy. The new Martin starts letting his friends down!

Talking Pictures TV 9:35am (repeat)
Nurse On Wheels poster

Nurse On Wheels

Comedy about a rural village's new district nurse and her romantic entanglements.

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Twirlywoos

Series 4, Episode 24 - More About Out

The Twirlywoos are by the coast and they watch as a tired walker takes a rest on a bench.

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Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Frances (Miles Jupp), William Shakespeare (Tom Stourton), Jessica Ransom. Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

2016 Specials - Sensational Shakespeare

A special episode delving in to the life and times of the world's most famous writer: William Shakespeare.

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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 9, Episode 5 - Monkey Business

The staff are first upset about not getting a pay raise, and news of a Japanese take-over bid for the store does not calm matters. They decide to take their case to the Prime Minister at No. 10.

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

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 25 - The Marching Band

Richard is preparing a show that will blow everything away and the gang are desperate to take part. But what can Sweep do? With his bagpipes and batons causing nothing but trouble, Sooty comes up with some mischief of his own.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:50am (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 1, Episode 5 - Ways And Means

After offering advice to fellow fishing-net "knitter" McLaren on curbing his short temper, Fletch attempts to make amends with the governor when McLaren forgoes angry outbursts for a more peaceful rooftop protest.

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Two Way Stretch. Image shows from L to R: Ethel (Liz Fraser), Dodger Lane (Peter Sellers), George 'Jelly' Knight (David Lodge). Copyright: STUDIOCANAL

Two Way Stretch

Prisoner Dodger Lane plans a heist that will involve slipping out of incarceration to steal some diamonds.

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Supertato

Supertato

Series 1, Episode 2 - Evil Pea's Big Freeze

Evil Pea freezes the Veggies so she can take over the whole supermarket. Chilli's heat unfreezes Supertato, who then races on lolly-stick skis to thwart Evil Pea and save the day.

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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 22, Episode 2 - The Art Of The Shorts Story

Howard panics when Pearl asks him why one of his undergarments is missing.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12pm (repeat)
The Older Woman

The Older Woman

Series 1, Episode 2

Can Roy impress Jane by joining a green pressure group?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:05pm (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 22, Episode 3 - The Missing Bus Of Mrs Avery

The ladies hire a minibus to take them on a picnic, which becomes more a mystery tour.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:15pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 18 - Svalbard Global Seed Vault, Norway

When Ubercorn gets trapped inside an icy mountain, Glitch has to save his old teammate.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 9 - I Believe In Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse gains a following of crazed felines - but it's not all good news!

BBC Radio 4 Extra 12:30pm (repeat)
Robert Lindsay. Copyright: BBC

Albert And Me

Series 2, Episode 8 - Under Observation

Long single dad Bryan has a scare when his baby is taken to hospital for tests.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 4, Episode 7 - Let There Be Light

Richard shows that he has a way with electricity when he is pressed into service at the church hall.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:40pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 10 - Thanksgiving Sinner

Danger Mouse and Penfold receive a crash course in the customs of America's oldest holiday when they cover for Jeopardy Mouse as she takes time off for Thanksgiving.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 1pm (repeat)
Says On The Tin. Eliott Thurber (Michael Brandon). Copyright: BBC

Says On The Tin

Episode 2 - Cat Food

Eliott struggles to promote gourmet cat food for an intensely conservative company.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:05pm (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 3, Episode 12 - Waffle And Pepper

Waffle and Jess visit Angela at the kennels and help Waffle's new friend, Pepper.

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Supertato

Supertato

Series 2, Episode 22 - Come Back Cobs

The Cobs have finally had enough of Evil Pea's ungratefulness and team up with Supertato.

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Ever Decreasing Circles. Image shows from L to R: Ann Bryce (Penelope Wilton), Martin Bryce (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Ever Decreasing Circles

Series 4, Episode 1

Sensing Ann's tension, Paul helps Martin to let go of all the minutiae in his life by giving him and Ann a spot of therapy. The new Martin starts letting his friends down!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:20pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 44 - Pi In The Sky

The gang spot what appears to be a meteor through Screwtop's mega-powerful telescope. It turns out to be an early space invention of the Professor's, hurtling back towards Earth on a collision course with Beanotown! Can Dennis and the gang save the day, or will Beanotown be destroyed forever.

BBC Radio Scotland 1:30pm
30 min
Mark Nelson

The Good, The Bad And The Unexpected

Series 17, Episode 5

Joining Mark Nelson this week is one of Scotland's most accomplished musicians and the creator of Live Aid, Midge Ure, who shares his good and bad stories from earlier in his career. He's joined by Alison Clarkson, AKA Betty Boo, whose story of chasing around America has to be heard to be believed. Completing the line-up is Canadian stand-up comedian Kate Hammer, with one of the worst bad stories we've ever had.

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Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 7 - Sausage Lossage

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

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Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 1, Episode 5 - Ways And Means

After offering advice to fellow fishing-net "knitter" McLaren on curbing his short temper, Fletch attempts to make amends with the governor when McLaren forgoes angry outbursts for a more peaceful rooftop protest.

Radio 4 2:15pm
30 min
Series Photographer: Simon Bray. Illustrator: Pete Hambling.. Credit: BBC

Money Gone

Episode 5 - Ok Computer

Grace gets some help from an unexpected source. The Prime Minister works with MI5 in a final race to solve the financial chaos, but there are unintended consequences.

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Supertato

Supertato

Series 1, Episode 17 - The Good, The Bad And The Prickly

Prickly Pear arrives in the supermarket and tries to take over Evil Pea's freezer. Supertato discovers that Prickly Pear isn't mean at all and just needs some good friends.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2:30pm (repeat)
Do Nothing Till You Hear From Me

Do Nothing Till You Hear From Me

Series 1, Episode 6 - She's Funny That Way

Could the return of an old flame mark the end of Roy and George's musical marriage?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:40pm (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 7 - Big Guns

The platoon are given some extra fire power when they get a large naval gun. Now it is just a matter of learning how to fire it, and removing anything that can be used as cover by the Germans.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:55pm (repeat)
Sketchy Comedy

Sketchy Comedy

Episode 4

A fidget spinner, lightbulb, microwave and mobile phone are among the items getting the Sketchy treatment.

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Lovejoy. Lovejoy (Ian McShane). Copyright: FremantleMedia

Lovejoy

Series 4, Episode 11 - Dainty Dish

Lovejoy and Lady Jane fall out over a royal dinner service belonging to a Belgian countess. Meanwhile, Gimbert is out for revenge.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20pm (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 9, Episode 5 - Monkey Business

The staff are first upset about not getting a pay raise, and news of a Japanese take-over bid for the store does not calm matters. They decide to take their case to the Prime Minister at No. 10.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:20pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 3 - Greenfinger

Trying to 'help' by watering Squawkencluck's plants, DM unleashes a planet-wide extra-terrestrial sprawling welsh weed.

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

Shaun The Sheep

Series 2, Episode 1 - Double Trouble

When Shaun dresses as the farmer he suddenly has the power to boss Bitzer around, so he decides to throw a party. All goes to plan until Shaun encounters the real farmer...

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Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 8, Episode 7 - A Bird In The Hand Is Worth Two In Shepherd's Bush

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

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 22, Episode 2 - The Art Of The Shorts Story

Howard panics when Pearl asks him why one of his undergarments is missing.

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 22, Episode 3 - The Missing Bus Of Mrs Avery

The ladies hire a minibus to take them on a picnic, which becomes more a mystery tour.

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.

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Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 4, Episode 9 - Waffle's Dog Family

Waffle feels left out of the Brooklyn-Bells' fun, so he sets off to find his doggy family.

U&Drama channel logo 5:20pm (repeat)
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph), Tracey Stubbs (Linda Robson). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

Series 3, Episode 6 - The Lost Weekend

A dull weekend turns into a very painful lesson for Dorien.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:20pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 1, Episode 5 - Ways And Means

After offering advice to fellow fishing-net "knitter" McLaren on curbing his short temper, Fletch attempts to make amends with the governor when McLaren forgoes angry outbursts for a more peaceful rooftop protest.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5:30pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories

Horrible Histories

Series 9, Special - Gruesome Guide To Growing Up: Animated Special

Life wasn't always fun for children in the past. Horrible Histories delves into the not-so-easy lives of children throughout history, from the strict parenting of ancient civilisations, to the terrible fights the young King Louis XIV had with his little brother - even weeing on each others beds! And find out just why Henry VIII was so keen for his son Edward VI to stay inside.

Talking Pictures TV 6pm (repeat)
Worzel Gummidge. Worzel Gummidge (Jon Pertwee). Copyright: Southern Television

Worzel Gummidge

Series 4, Episode 3 - Will The Real Aunt Sally...?

The arrival in the village of a second Aunt Sally causes Worzel great confusion, and matters come to a head when the established one takes umbrage to her newcomer's presence.

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (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 6

Richard is worried that Hyacinth's visit to a country house auction will cost him a lot of money. Meanwhile, Daddy has become unwittingly involved with a Mrs Braddock.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 4, Episode 7 - Let There Be Light

Richard shows that he has a way with electricity when he is pressed into service at the church hall.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 6pm (repeat)
The Older Woman

The Older Woman

Series 1, Episode 2

Can Roy impress Jane by joining a green pressure group?

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Dead Ringers. Image shows from L to R: Lewis Macleod, Debra Stephenson, Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Duncan Wisbey. Copyright: BBC

Dead Ringers

Series 24, Episode 5

The return of the impressionist comedy, with an episode recorded at the Hay Festival.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 6:30pm (repeat)
Robert Lindsay. Copyright: BBC

Albert And Me

Series 2, Episode 8 - Under Observation

Long single dad Bryan has a scare when his baby is taken to hospital for tests.

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 18, Episode 4 - A Double For Howard

Howard's fool-proof scheme will cure Pearl of being unnaturally suspicious once and for all - if only he can find someone his size.

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 3, Episode 7 - Big Guns

The platoon are given some extra fire power when they get a large naval gun. Now it is just a matter of learning how to fire it, and removing anything that can be used as cover by the Germans.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 7pm (repeat)
Says On The Tin. Eliott Thurber (Michael Brandon). Copyright: BBC

Says On The Tin

Episode 2 - Cat Food

Eliott struggles to promote gourmet cat food for an intensely conservative company.

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 18, Episode 5 - How To Create A Monster

Smiler is a failure as a "lollipop man" at a school crossing until Foggy gives him some special training.

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 3, Episode 8 - The Day The Balloon Went Up

The platoon discover a runaway barrage balloon and decide to release it safely themselves. This proves not to be wise, when the balloon flies away with Captain Mainwaring still hanging onto it.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
Rob And Romesh Vs. Image shows from L to R: Kevin Pietersen, Rob Beckett, Romesh Ranganathan. Copyright: CPL Productions

Rob And Romesh Vs

Series 2, Episode 3 - Cricket: South Africa

The pair head off to Cape Town to follow the England cricket team on their first meaningful tour since they were crowned world champions.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (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 3, Episode 2 - Healthy Competition

Rodney has become disillusioned with being Del's look-out, and announces his intention to set up business with Mickey Pearce.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8pm (repeat)
Doc Martin. Dr Martin Ellingham (Martin Clunes). Copyright: Buffalo Pictures / Homerun Productions

Doc Martin

Series 4, Episode 2 - Uneasy Lies The Head

Martin struggles to deal with Louisa's news. But Louisa is adamant she does not want Martin involved.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 8pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Ed Gamble, Claudia Winkleman, David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack, Sara Barron, Kate Bottley. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 14, Episode 5

Claudia Winkleman, the Rev Kate Bottley, Sara Barron and Ed Gamble join host Rob Brydon and regular captains David Mitchell and Lee Mack on the comedy panel show.

U&Dave channel logo 8:20pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Danny Bhoy, Stephen Fry, Aisling Bea, Jimmy Carr. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series M, Episode 7 - Middle Muddle

With Aisling Bea, Danny Bhoy and Jimmy Carr.

BBC One Wales. Copyright: BBC 8:30pm (repeat)
TV Flashback. Kiri Pritchard-McLean

TV Flashback

Series 8, Episode 1 - Inventions

Kiri Pritchard-McLean delves into the TV archives in search of clips on the theme of inventions. She discovers a ridiculous contraption for walking along rooftops, a soap opera made of sweet wrappers and a device for sounding the alarm when it rains on the washing line.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 8:30pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Ben (Daniel Roche), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey), Karen (Ramona Marquez), Sue (Claire Skinner), Pete (Hugh Dennis). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 5, Episode 1

The Brockman family find themselves confronted with a new set of challenges, as the sitcom returns for a final series.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 8:30pm (repeat)
Do Nothing Till You Hear From Me

Do Nothing Till You Hear From Me

Series 1, Episode 6 - She's Funny That Way

Could the return of an old flame mark the end of Roy and George's musical marriage?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Lord Edmund Blackadder (Rowan Atkinson). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Blackadder II, Episode 5 - Beer

Blackadder challenges Melchett to a drinking contest - on the same night he is due to play host to his puritanical relatives, Lord and Lady Whiteadder, in order to discuss his inheritance!

Comedy Central 9pm (repeat)
Lee Evans Live From The West End. Lee Evans. Copyright: Little Mo Films

Lee Evans Live From The West End

A one-off live performance from the comic genius, recorded at the Lyric Theatre in 1995.

Comedy Central Extra 9pm (repeat)
Michael McIntyre's Big Show. Michael McIntyre

Michael McIntyre's Big Show

Series 1, Episode 5

This show has a spectacular musical performance from Katherine Jenkins, who performs Heroes; and mind magic from Colin Cloud. As well as all of this, Robbie Savage plays Send To All, where Michael sends a text message to Robbie's phone book. At the end of the show, Michael gives an unsuspecting florist her moment in the spotlight, in the unmissable 'Unexpected Star'.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own

A League Of Their Own

Road Trip: Mexico, Episode 1

Jamie Redknapp, Mo Gilligan, Jill Scott and Micah Richards - as well as super-substitute Maisie Adam - set out on an adventure around Mexico, competing in sporting and cultural challenges along the way. The gang travels from Mexico City to Baja California - sampling all the incredible things the country has to offer.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9pm
30 min
Have I Got News For You. Phil Wang

Have I Got News For You

Series 67, Episode 8

Phil Wang hosts for the first time, with Richard Osman and Baroness Ruth Davidson as the guests.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Bill Bailey, Alan Davies, Stephen Fry, Jenny Eclair, Johnny Vegas. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series M, Christmas Special - Merriment

With Bill Bailey, Jenny Eclair and Johnny Vegas.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
dinnerladies. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Anne Reid), Stan (Duncan Preston), Brenda (Victoria Wood), Twinkle (Maxine Peake), Dolly (Thelma Barlow), Tony (Andrew Dunn), Anita (Shobna Gulati). Copyright: Good Fun / Pozzitive Productions

dinnerladies

Series 1, Episode 5 - Party

The canteen are tasked with catering the factory's Christmas do, and must stick to a Japanese theme as a multi-national merger is being negotiated.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm
30 min
The Young Offenders. Image shows left to right: Tony Senior (Pat Shortt), Sergeant Tony Healy (Dominic MacHale), Conor MacSweeney (Alex Murphy)

The Young Offenders

Series 4, Episode 3

Conor is becoming an increasing nuisance in Healy and Mairéad's house, and when Healy shares that he's going on a fishing trip to where he grew up, Mairead insists he bring Connor.

U&Dave channel logo 9:40pm (repeat)
Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
The Fast Show. Image shows from L to R: Paul Whitehouse, Simon Day, Arabella Weir, John Thomson, Caroline Aherne, Charlie Higson, Mark Williams. Copyright: BBC

The Fast Show

Series 1, Episode 5

Featuring Ron Manager, Ed Winchester and Roy and Renee, the train passengers from hell.

Channel 5 logo 10pm
90 min
Jim Davidson

Jim Davidson: The Rise & Fall Of Mr Saturday Night

A documentary about the career of comedian Jim Davidson.

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
QI. Jamie MacDonald

QI

Series T, Episode 11 - Trundling

Sandi Toksvig is joined by Tom Allen, Cariad Lloyd, Jamie MacDonald and series regular Alan Davies. Can they come up with some quite interesting answers regarding trundling without falling into those notorious traps?

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10pm (repeat)
Michael Spicer: No Room. Michael Spicer. Credit: BBC

Michael Spicer: No Room

Episode 1 - Yellow

Can men called Tim change the world? Comedian Michael Spicer on the good, the great and the awful.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:15pm (repeat)
Michael Spicer: No Room. Michael Spicer. Credit: BBC

Michael Spicer: No Room

Episode 2 - Orange

Louis Theroux attempts to win another BAFTA. An MP parachutes into a local election campaign. A football pundit considers a manager's future.

U&Dave channel logo 10:20pm (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 7, Episode 7

David Mitchell is joined by Greg Rutherford MBE and Kirsty Young, and Lee Mack is joined by Joanna Scanlan and Henning Wehn.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 10:30pm (repeat)
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The Maltby Collection

Series 2, Episode 6

The day of Julian and Prunella's wedding dawns.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40pm (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC / BocPix

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Series 3, Episode 2 - Mammy's Inflation

It's all change in the Brown household as two of Mrs Brown's boys finalise plans for their new homes.

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

Still Game

Series 2, Episode 3 - Doacters

Words don't come easy, but the world of books and a certain lady librarian have got Tam and Winston all of a-fluster. Yankee happy pills are proving more of a temptation to Jack and Victor though after they bump into their old pal Stuart.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 11pm (repeat)
Never Mind The Buzzcocks. Image shows from L to R: DJ Majestic, Noel Fielding, Richard Ayoade

Never Mind The Buzzcocks

Series 29, Episode 3

Noel Fielding is joined by comedian Richard Ayoade and DJ Majestic whilst Daisy May Cooper and regular Jamali Maddix welcome singer, presenter and former Saturday Mollie King. From absurd first-time experiences for Snoop Dogg and Elton John to appearances from Blazin' Squad and Big Bruvaz, no area of music trivia is left undiscussed.

U&W channel logo 11pm (repeat)
The Catherine Tate Show. Catherine Tate

The Catherine Tate Show

A selection of episodes from the first series of the hit sketch show.

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Taskmaster

Series 5, Episode 6 - Spoony Neeson

Taskmaster Greg Davies's little assistant Alex Horne decides it's time for a style makeover, but will it meet with his boss's approval? Meanwhile, with just three shows left, the five comics continue their quest to win a golden likeness of Greg's imperial skull. Bob Mortimer champions sausage meat, Sally Phillips returns to the womb and Greg has a heart to heart with Nish Kumar.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11pm (repeat)
Absolute Power. Image shows from L to R: Charles Prentiss (Stephen Fry), Martin McCabe (John Bird). Copyright: BBC

Absolute Power

Series 2, Episode 2 - Philosophy Is Sexy

Prentiss McCabe enlist Ken Livingstone and Mel C in an attempt to sell the study of philosophy as sexy, happening and popular.

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65 min
Joe & Katherine's Bargain Holidays. Image shows left to right: Katherine Ryan, Joe Wilkinson

Joe & Katherine's Bargain Holidays

Episode 6 - Montenegro

After a tiring few weeks away, Joe Wilkinson treats his friend and fellow comedian Katherine Ryan to a budget wellness break in Montenegro.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 11:15pm (repeat)
Two Doors Down. Image shows from L to R: Cathy (Doon Mackichan), Beth (Arabella Weir). Copyright: BBC

Two Doors Down

Series 1, Episode 3

There's tennis trouble in store for Eric and Colin - and they haven't a sporting chance against Christine.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20pm (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC / BocPix

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Series 3, Episode 5 - Mammy?

It's a stressful day for Agnes, as everything seems to be happening all at once. Rory and Dino have had a huge falling out, and Mark and Betty have got their emigration visas and are off to Australia.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
TEZ Talks. Tez Ilyas. Copyright: BBC

TEZ Talks

Series 1, Episode 1 - Integration

Tez looks at 'Integration', a word that's often used in the context of Muslims in the UK. How can Muslims integrate better? And who says they don't at the moment? And more importantly, what's Marks & Spencer or hipster beards got to do with it? Tez explains all...

BBC Three 11:35pm (repeat)
Dinosaur. Nina (Ashley Storrie)

Dinosaur

Episode 2

Nina and Evie hatch a plan to impress Ranesh's intimidating dad, Sachin. They must win him over before they share the news of Evie and Ranesh's engagement.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 11:45pm (repeat)
Hold The Front Page. Image shows left to right: Josh Widdicombe, Chris Packham, Nish Kumar

Hold The Front Page

Series 2, Episode 5 - Bradford: Telegraph & Argus

The West Yorkshire city of Bradford is famous for curry, culture and crime. This week the boys are tasked with finding "good news" stories to improve the city's reputation.

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15 min version
(repeat)
Scotland Made Me.... Chris Forbes

Growing Up Scottish

Series 2, Episode 3 - Sports/Books

Scotland's comedians look back at sport, from cross-country to tug-o-war, via darts and golf. Then on to Scottish books: novels, writers, wizards and the best jokes in Macbeth.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 11:45pm (repeat)
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Irish Micks And Legends

Series 1, Episode 1 - The Salmon Of Knowledge

Comic modern reworkings of popular ancient Irish stories, with Yasmine Akram and Aisling Bea.

Comedy Central Extra Midnight (repeat)
Out Of Order. Image shows left to right: Katherine Ryan, Rosie Jones, Judi Love

Out Of Order

Episode 5

Out Of Order is a game show all about judgements and first impressions. Host Rosie Jones is joined by team captains Katherine Ryan and Judi Love, plus Desiree Burch & Dan Tiernan.

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Blackadder. Lord Edmund Blackadder (Rowan Atkinson). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Blackadder II, Episode 5 - Beer

Blackadder challenges Melchett to a drinking contest - on the same night he is due to play host to his puritanical relatives, Lord and Lady Whiteadder, in order to discuss his inheritance!

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Mock The Week

Series 20, Highlights Special - Christmas Special

Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis feature in a special edition of the topical comedy show featuring fond favourites, outtakes and other previously unseen bits.

Comedy Central 12:05am (repeat)
Comedy Central Chart Show. Plat'num (Emmanuel Sonubi). Copyright: Comedy Central

Comedy Central Chart Show

Episode 6 - Rap

Rapper Plat'num has a score to settle and he's going about it in the most threatening way possible.

BBC Three 12:05am (repeat)
Dinosaur. Image shows left to right: Evie (Kat Ronney), Amber (Sabrina Sandhu), Cecily (Kate Dickie)

Dinosaur

Episode 3

It's a turbulent day for Nina: her first date with Lee is derailed when Evie plans her bridesmaid's dress fitting in the middle of it.

Comedy Central 12:10am (repeat)
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The Ricky Gervais Show

Series 3, Episode 7 - Law And Order

Karl claims not to have any interest in law and order, but he still has strong opinions on noise pollution, and astounds Ricky and Stephen with his views on shoplifting.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 12 (Channel 4: Series 13), Episode 5

In this episode, Jon Richardson and Jonathan Ross take on guest captain Lee Mack and Victoria Coren Mitchell, with Jessie Cave in alongside Susie Dent. Rachel Riley looks after the letters and numbers.

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Micky Flanagan: Back In The Game. Micky Flanagan

Micky Flanagan: Back In The Game

East End comic Micky Flanagan returns with his second, highly anticipated stand-up show, Back In The Game.

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Lovejoy

Series 4, Episode 11 - Dainty Dish

Lovejoy and Lady Jane fall out over a royal dinner service belonging to a Belgian countess. Meanwhile, Gimbert is out for revenge.

Comedy Central 12:40am (repeat)
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The Ricky Gervais Show

Series 3, Episode 8 - Medicine

In this edition, topics include Karl's thoughts on medical advancements, sickness, and an idea for a machine that would enable physicians to feel their patients' pain.

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dinnerladies

Series 1, Episode 5 - Party

The canteen are tasked with catering the factory's Christmas do, and must stick to a Japanese theme as a multi-national merger is being negotiated.

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Comedy Central Extra 1am (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.

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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 3, Episode 2 - Healthy Competition

Rodney has become disillusioned with being Del's look-out, and announces his intention to set up business with Mickey Pearce.

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QI

Series M, Christmas Special - Merriment

With Bill Bailey, Jenny Eclair and Johnny Vegas.

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The Fast Show. Image shows from L to R: Paul Whitehouse, Simon Day, Arabella Weir, John Thomson, Caroline Aherne, Charlie Higson, Mark Williams. Copyright: BBC

The Fast Show

Series 1, Episode 5

Featuring Ron Manager, Ed Winchester and Roy and Renee, the train passengers from hell.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2am (repeat)
The Older Woman

The Older Woman

Series 1, Episode 2

Can Roy impress Jane by joining a green pressure group?

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Don't Hate The Playaz. Image shows from L to R: Lady Leshurr, London Hughes, Suzi Ruffell, Shortee Blitz, Jordan Stephens, Maya Jama, Aitch, Marvin Dawkins, Michael Harvey

Don't Hate The Playaz

Series 2, Episode 4

Maya Jama, Romeo, MC Harvey and London Hughes go up against Lady Leshurr, Suzi Ruffell and Aitch as they go head to head in rap battles, dance-offs and freestyling challenges.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 2:30am (repeat)
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Albert And Me

Series 2, Episode 8 - Under Observation

Long single dad Bryan has a scare when his baby is taken to hospital for tests.

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Billy Connolly Does.... Billy Connolly

Billy Connolly Does...

Series 1, Episode 5 - The Road

If there is one person who knows a thing or two about how to travel it's Billy Connolly. After 50 years of near constant touring, we find the Big Man resplendent in his back garden rummaging through trinkets and memories as he ruminates about dream locations, nightmare family holidays and offers up travel tips for your private bits!

Comedy Central Extra 3am (repeat)
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The Alternative Comedy Experience

Series 1, Episode 2 - Identity Theft

Chaser Paul Sinha is joined by David O'Doherty, Henning Wehn, and funny women Josie Long, Bridget Christie and Isy Suttie. Backstage chats with Stewart Lee.

BBC Three 3am (repeat)
Dinosaur. Nina (Ashley Storrie)

Dinosaur

Episode 2

Nina and Evie hatch a plan to impress Ranesh's intimidating dad, Sachin. They must win him over before they share the news of Evie and Ranesh's engagement.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 3am (repeat)
Says On The Tin. Eliott Thurber (Michael Brandon). Copyright: BBC

Says On The Tin

Episode 2 - Cat Food

Eliott struggles to promote gourmet cat food for an intensely conservative company.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 3am (repeat)
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The Larkins

Series 2, Episode 2 - The Trap

It's BBQ weather a no-one throws a party like the Larkins - everyone is welcome, including the dubious Jerebohms. Truths and tension are served alongside the sausages and burgers, and a trap is set to bring Pop down.

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Joe & Katherine's Bargain Holidays. Image shows left to right: Katherine Ryan, Joe Wilkinson

Joe & Katherine's Bargain Holidays

Episode 6 - Montenegro

After a tiring few weeks away, Joe Wilkinson treats his friend and fellow comedian Katherine Ryan to a budget wellness break in Montenegro.

Comedy Central 3:25am (repeat)
Rhod Gilbert's Growing Pains. Image shows left to right: Amy Gledhill, Michelle Visage, Rhod Gilbert, Emmanuel Sonubi

Rhod Gilbert's Growing Pains

Series 5, Episode 11

Rhod Gilbert is joined by guests Amy Gledhill, Emmanuel Sonubi and Michelle Visage to roll back the clock. What will they learn about each other - and who will be the most embarrassed?

Comedy Central Extra 3:25am (repeat)
Comedy Central Live. Sofie Hagen

Comedy Central Live

Episode 3 - Sofie Hagen

The wonderful Sofie Hagen performs live from Camden in her very own stand-up special. The Danish comedian speaks about her relationships with men and awkward encounters with her family.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:25am (repeat)
The Rebel. Image shows from L to R: Charles (Bill Paterson), Margaret (Anita Dobson), Henry Palmer (Simon Callow). Copyright: Retort

The Rebel

Series 2, Episode 5 - Sex

A regular Northern Soul night at a local club is providing Henry with the perfect opportunity to let his hair down.

BBC Three 3:30am (repeat)
Dinosaur. Image shows left to right: Evie (Kat Ronney), Amber (Sabrina Sandhu), Cecily (Kate Dickie)

Dinosaur

Episode 3

It's a turbulent day for Nina: her first date with Lee is derailed when Evie plans her bridesmaid's dress fitting in the middle of it.

Comedy Central Extra 3:45am (repeat)
Channel Hopping With Jon Richardson. Image shows from L to R: Jessica Knappett, Jon Richardson, Judi Love. Copyright: Rumpus Media

Channel Hopping With Jon Richardson

Series 1, Episode 4

Jon is joined by actress and comedian Jessica Knappett, and regular guest Judi Love, as they navigate the world of ridiculous and wonderful international TV.

BBC Radio 4 Extra 4:30am (repeat)
Do Nothing Till You Hear From Me

Do Nothing Till You Hear From Me

Series 1, Episode 6 - She's Funny That Way

Could the return of an old flame mark the end of Roy and George's musical marriage?

Comedy Central Extra 5:15am (repeat)
Michael McIntyre's Big Show. Michael McIntyre

Michael McIntyre's Big Show

Series 1, Episode 5

This show has a spectacular musical performance from Katherine Jenkins, who performs Heroes; and mind magic from Colin Cloud. As well as all of this, Robbie Savage plays Send To All, where Michael sends a text message to Robbie's phone book. At the end of the show, Michael gives an unsuspecting florist her moment in the spotlight, in the unmissable 'Unexpected Star'.

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