British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Friday 12th July 2024

BBC Radio Scotland 1:30pm
30 min
Breaking The News. Des Clarke. Copyright: BBC Studios

Breaking The News

Series 28, Episode 4

Des Clarke is joined by Susie McCabe, Hugo Rifkind, Jo Caulfield and Marc Jennings.

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 5 - Your Cheating Art

Marlene's doting mum Dora visits to help put a smile back on her grandson's face.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
The News Quiz. Andy Zaltzman

The News Quiz

Series 114, Episode 6

Zoe Lyons, Angela Barnes, Ian Smith and Marie Le Conte quiz the news with Andy Zaltzman. How's Labour's first week in government gone? Will Biden cling onto power? Should we tarmac over the Lake District? Listen to this week's episode to find out the answer to all of the above.

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 7, Episode 2 - A Man Of Action

Journalist Mr Cheeseman comes to make a report on the Home Guard. This is soon overshadowed when a landmine cuts off Walmington-on-Sea's gas, water and railway lines. Captain Mainwaring decides the best thing to do is to put the town under martial law - with himself in charge.

U&Dave channel logo 7pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Jason Watkins, David Mitchell, Adam Woodyatt, Rob Brydon, Phil Wang, Lee Mack, Maggie Aderin-Pocock. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 10, Episode 8

With Jason Watkins, Phil Wang, Adam Woodyatt and Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock.

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 7, Episode 3 - Gorilla Warfare

The platoon are out on an important trial of their tactics but Hodges is determined to make sure that they fail. The exercise takes a very strange turn when Hodges and the Verger come into contact with a gorilla.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (repeat)
The Thin Blue Line. Image shows from L to R: D.C. Kray (Kevin Allen), P.C. Goody (James Dreyfus), Sergeant Dawkins (Serena Evans), Inspector Fowler (Rowan Atkinson), D.I. Grim (David Haig), P.C. Habib (Mina Anwar), P.C. Gladstone (Rudolph Walker). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Thin Blue Line

Series 1, Episode 5 - Night Shift

Working the night shift has everyone on edge, particularly a moody Grim. Sergeant Dawkins is particularly overcome with frustration, whilst both Fowler and Grim have teenage problems to deal with.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 8pm (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 13, Out-takes - The Unseen Bits

Host Rob Brydon and team captains Lee Mack and David Mitchell return for an episode of previously unseen material from the hit comedy panel show.

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 4

Dad and Ben go on a winter camping trip where Ben shows off his survival skills. Jake has to decide about a gap year, and Mum has had enough of Stacey, the Australian goddaughter who is still staying.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Alice Tinker (Emma Chambers), Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 1, Episode 6 - Animals

Geraldine's idea of a special service to bless and celebrate animals - the focus of much of the rural village's life - is welcomed warmly by her flock, but soon finds Dibley ridiculed in the national tabloids. Could this lead to her departure from the community already?

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
Rob And Romesh Vs. Image shows left to right: Romesh Ranganathan, Rob Beckett

Rob And Romesh Vs

Series 5, Episode 1 - Magic In Vegas

The boys are invited by Penn & Teller to join Vegas's longest-running residency show and have just three days to pull their act together.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series G, Episode 8 - Germany

With Jo Brand, Rob Brydon and Sean Lock.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
Harry Enfield & Chums. Image shows from L to R: Kathy Burke, Harry Enfield, Paul Whitehouse

Harry Enfield & Chums

Series 1, Episode 5

Hit 1990s sketch show starring Harry Enfield, Paul Whitehouse and Kathy Burke.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
Never Mind The Buzzcocks. Image shows left to right: Daisy May Cooper, Kerry Godliman, Martin Kemp, Greg Davies, Loyle Carner, James Acaster, Jamali Maddix

Never Mind The Buzzcocks

Series 30, Episode 6

Music quiz hosted by Greg Davies, with guests James Acaster, Kerry Godliman, Loyle Carner and Martin Kemp joining Daisy May Cooper and Jamali Maddix.

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 3, Episode 1

Old favourites return, joined by characters like Swiss Toni, Chip Cobb and Dave Angel.

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
Extras. Image shows from L to R: Maggie Jacobs (Ashley Jensen), Andy Millman (Ricky Gervais), Darren Lamb (Stephen Merchant)

Extras

Series 2, Episode 3

Rising sitcom star Andy Millman realises he won't go very far in showbiz if he doesn't get on the right side of the press. He decides to enlist the help of a PR guru - but unfortunately agent Darren Lamb is the only one willing to take on the role. Guest starring Harry Potter's Daniel Radcliffe.

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

Have I Got News For You

Series 66, Episode 5

Jo Brand guest presents, with Zoe Lyons and Feargal Sharkey joining Ian and Paul.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
65 min
I Literally Just Told You. Image shows left to right: Jonathan Ross, Josie Gibson, Jimmy Carr, Oti Mabuse

I Literally Just Told You

Series 4, Episode 1 - Celebrity I Literally Just Told You

Jimmy Carr test celebrity contestants on what has just happened, with Chico Slimani, Jonathan Ross, Josie Gibson, Oti Mabuse and Rylan Clark playing for charity.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10:05pm
30 min
The Stand Up Sketch Show. Gabby Bryan

The Stand Up Sketch Show

Series 6, Episode 6

Luke Kempner, Kemah Bob, Gabby Bryan, Aurie Styla, Helen Bauer, Huge Davies, Tamsyn Kelly and Eric Rushton recreate stand-up routines as sketches.

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 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 One. Copyright: BBC 10:40pm (repeat)
I Give It A Year. Image shows from L to R: Hugh (Jason Flemyng), Naomi (Minnie Driver), Guy (Simon Baker), Nat (Rose Byrne), Josh (Rafe Spall), Chloe (Anna Faris), Danny (Stephen Merchant). Copyright: Working Title Films

I Give It A Year

A comedy about the trials and tribulations of a pair of newlyweds during their first year as a married couple. Stars Rafe Spall and Rose Byrne.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 10:45pm (repeat)
Never Mind The Buzzcocks. Image shows left to right: Daisy May Cooper, Casyo Johnson, Karl Wilson, Michelle De Swarte, Greg Davies, Jamali Maddix, Johnny Borrell, Noel Fielding

Never Mind The Buzzcocks

Series 30, Episode 7

Greg Davies, Noel Fielding, Daisy May Cooper and Jamali Maddix shine the spotlight on more rock 'n' roll ridiculousness in the latest edition of the classic panel show. Joining them this week are Razorlight guitarist Johnny Borrell, actress Michelle de Swarte and hip hop duo Krept & Konan.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Taskmaster. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Alex Horne. Copyright: Avalon Television / UKTV

Taskmaster

Series 1, Episode 6 - The Last Supper

In the last episode of the series the five comics are not only playing for homemade chowder but also for the inaugural Taskmaster series winner's trophy. Tasks include: playing golf with eggs and cooking a meal using ingredients starting with every letter of the alphabet.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Archie Henderson

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 24 (Channel 4: Series 25), Episode 4

Rhod Gilbert and Sarah Millican take on Judi Love and Joe Lycett. Rachel Riley looks after the numbers, while writer and musician Jazz Emu joins lexicographer Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 11:10pm (repeat)
Micky Flanagan: An Another Fing. Micky Flanagan

Micky Flanagan: An Another Fing

A TV broadcast of Micky Flanagan's 2017-released stand-up show.

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

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Series 2, Episode 4 - Super Mammy

Agnes is feeling self-conscious about her weight after some less-than-flattering comments from her family. She decides to go on a diet but struggles to keep her resolve when she sees her favourite foods.

BBC Three 11:30pm (repeat)
Ladhood. Image shows from L to R: Addy (Aqib Khan), Rachel (Emily Coates), Ralph (Samuel Bottomley), Lucy (Georgia Hughes)

Ladhood

Series 2, Episode 5 - Black Stones

Ross asks Liam to record a short 'congratulations' message to be played at his wedding. But when Jess is impressed by another guest's video, his competitive instincts kick in.

BBC Three 11:55pm (repeat)
Ladhood. Liam (Liam Williams)

Ladhood

Series 2, Episode 6 - The Big Day

It's Ross's wedding day. With Liam's ex-girlfriend due to attend as a bridesmaid. But Liam seems suspiciously relaxed under the circumstances.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV Midnight (repeat)
Paul Whitehouse's Sketch Show Years. Paul Whitehouse

Paul Whitehouse's Sketch Show Years

Episode 3 - The 1990s

The maestro of the comedy sketch Paul Whitehouse continues his very personal tribute, looking at the 90s - the decade he fully landed on screen with The Fast Show, after earlier work with old pal Harry Enfield on the latter's shows, notably DJs Smashie & Nicey.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Angela Barnes, Milton Jones, Dara O Briain, Ed Gamble, Tez Ilyas, James Acaster. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 16, Special - Election Special

Joining Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis straight from the polling booths are guests James Acaster, Angela Barnes, Ed Gamble, Milton Jones and Tez Ilyas.

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