British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Schedule Friday 1st November 2024

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

Breaking The News

Series 29, Episode 4

Des Clarke is joined by Neil Delamere, Josie Long, Christopher MacArthur-Boyd and Martel Maxwell.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 3:30pm
10 min
Big Lizard

Big Lizard

Episode 5 - Dad's Discovery

Whilst searching for new discoveries, a rockfall traps Dad, Cosima and Big Lizard in a cave. Just when all is lost, Dad finally discovers a new species!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:35pm
11 min
Super Happy Magic Forest

Super Happy Magic Forest

Episode 20 - Fairy Squad

Twinkle feels she is being taken for granted by the other heroes, so she joins the Fairy Squad when they arrive.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:20pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 2, Episode 2

Hyacinth is thrilled when the wealthy Mrs Fortescue asks them for a lift into town. But events don't go quite as Hyacinth would have wished, and she ends up on the back of a lorry whilst Mrs Fortescue is in the pub!

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 25, Episode 1

What was Rachel Reeves' real inspiration for her budget? What advice is Kamala Harris giving to Joe Biden, and what exactly is a 'working person'? JD Vance and Tim Walz make their first appearances on the show and Rishi Sunak probably his last.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Image shows from L to R: Private Godfrey (Arnold Ridley), Lance Corporal Jones (Clive Dunn), Private Walker (James Beck), Captain Mainwaring (Arthur Lowe), Private Frazer (John Laurie), Sergeant Wilson (John Le Mesurier), Private Pike (Ian Lavender)

Dad's Army

Series 1, Episode 2 - Museum Piece

The LDV are short of weapons, so Captain Mainwaring marches on the Museum of Historic Army Weapons, recently closed for the duration. There is an obstacle however; the museum's elderly caretaker, who just happens to be Jones's father.

U&Dave channel logo 7pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. David Mitchell

Would I Lie To You?

Christmas Special - Would I Lie To You? At Christmas

Christopher Eccleston, Sophie Willan, Guz Khan and Gloria Hunniford join David Mitchell and Lee Mack for the game show, trying to hoodwink their opponents with festive fibs or facts about themselves. Whose family hold a festive sweepstake to decide what time they will fall asleep on Christmas Day? Did one of the ex-teacher panellists really play walk-on music to impress the pupils when they entered the classroom? Rob Brydon hosts the festive fun.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (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 3 - Command Decision

With still no sign of real weapons, morale in the platoon has hit rock bottom. A proposal from a local landowner offers some hope, but will Mainwaring be willing to hand over command to desert veteran Colonel Square?

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 12, Episode 1

In the opening episode, the boys are joined by England and Tottenham Hotspur superstar Dele Alli, funnyman Stephen Mangan and comedian Rob Beckett.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20pm (repeat)
The Good Life. Image shows from L to R: Margo Leadbetter (Penelope Keith), Tom Good (Richard Briers), Jerry Leadbetter (Paul Eddington), Barbara Good (Felicity Kendal). Copyright: BBC

The Good Life

Series 4, Episode 5 - Suit Yourself

As the Goods' new cottage clothing industry swings into action, Jerry gets the news that Sir is going to step down from the company, and that he is one of the three candidates invited for dinner. Things are going so well until a problem arises. Thankfully the Goods are on hand to save the day!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Lee (Lee Mack), Daisy (Katy Wix). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 6, Episode 7 - Magic

When Lucy's god-daughter is suddenly dumped on her twenty-four hours before the girl's birthday party, it is left up to Lee to decide on an appropriate entertainment for fourteen nine-year olds.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9pm
30 min
Have I Got News For You. Jo Brand

Have I Got News For You

Series 68, Episode 5

Jo Brand makes her 35th appearance on the programme as this episode's guest host, with comedian Nabil Abdulrashid and parliamentary sketch writer for The Times, Tom Peck, completing the panels.

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

QI

Series K, Episode 7 - Knowledge

With Jimmy Carr, Jo Brand and Graham Linehan.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm
30 min
The Cleaner. Image shows left to right: Sue (Sharon Rooney), Paul 'Wicky' Wickstead (Greg Davies)

The Cleaner

Series 3, Episode 5 - The Housekeeper

Wicky heads to a crumbling, stately home ruled by Mrs Barton, its despotic housekeeper.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Lee (Lee Mack), Daisy (Katy Wix). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 6, Episode 8 - Boat

Lee's father, Frank, buys himself a boat after a big win on the horses and invites Lee down for a long weekend with Lucy and Daisy. Despite the fact that Lucy is terrified of water, Lee persuades her to come along in the hope that he can manipulate her into sharing a double bed.

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows left to right: Spring Day, Tez Ilyas, Ignacio Lopez

Live At The Apollo

Series 17, Episode 7 - Tez Ilyas, Spring Day, Ignacio Lopez

Host Tez Ilyas welcomes Spring Day and Ignacio Lopez to the stage at London's Hammersmith Apollo where they each offer their unique views of life.

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

Have I Got News For You

Series 64, Episode 3

Writer and presenter Victoria Coren Mitchell guest presents, her 25th appearance on the programme and 17th as host. Joining her are Ivo Graham and Isabel Hardman.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
65 min
The Last Leg. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Adam Hills, Alex Brooker

The Last Leg

Series 31, Episode 2

Adam, Josh and Alex are joined by Carol Vorderman and Armando Iannucci.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20pm (repeat)
Inside No. 9. Image shows from L to R: Si (Adam Deacon), Sally (Tamsin Greig), Graham (Steve Pemberton), Jan (Sophie Thompson). Copyright: BBC

Inside No. 9

Series 1, Episode 4 - Last Gasp

A legendary singer passes away... leaving something very valuable behind.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:40pm
50 min
The Graham Norton Show. Image shows left to right: Billy Crystal, Emily Mortimer, Graham Norton, Hugh Bonneville, Pharrell Williams, Michael Kiwanuka

The Graham Norton Show

Series 32, Episode 6 - Billy Crystal, Hugh Bonneville, Emily Mortimer, Pharrell Williams, Michael Kiwanuka

Billy Crystal says his new drama is a long way from 'I'll have what she is having', Hugh Bonneville and Emily Mortimer talk about Paddington, Pharrell Williams explains his new animated documentary, and Michael Kiwanuka performs live in the studio.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
Inside No. 9. Image shows from L to R: Tony (Steve Pemberton), Jim (Reece Shearsmith). Copyright: BBC

Inside No. 9

Series 1, Episode 5 - The Understudy

An episode set behind-the-scenes at a performance of Macbeth.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Image shows left to right: Katherine Ryan, Richard Ayoade

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 25 (Channel 4: Series 26), Episode 1

Jimmy Carr hosts as Jon Richardson and Dan Tiernan take on Richard Ayoade and Katherine Ryan. John Kearns joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 11:10pm (repeat)
Never Mind The Buzzcocks. Image shows left to right: Melanie Brown, Julian Clary, Sister Bliss, Greg Davies, Alex James, Noel Fielding, Jamali Maddix

Never Mind The Buzzcocks

Series 32, Episode 3 - Never Mind The Buzzcocks Does The 90s

Alex James, Julian Clary and Sister Bliss join host Greg Davies and regulars Noel Fielding and Jamali Maddix, with Mel B standing in as captain for a 1990s special.

BBC Three 11:25pm (repeat)
Fleabag. Fleabag (Phoebe Waller-Bridge). Copyright: Two Brothers Pictures

Fleabag

Series 1, Episode 1

Angry, pervy, outrageous and hilarious, Fleabag arrives with a bang, as she spins through the city grasping at anyone and anything that might keep her head above water.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 11:30pm
30 min
Breaking The News. Des Clarke. Copyright: BBC

Breaking The News

Series 3, Episode 4

Join Des Clarke and his special guests, Neil Delamere, Ashley Storrie, Christopher MacArthur-Boyd and Martel Maxwell, as they offer their own take on the last seven days of news at home and abroad.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40pm (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 2

This programme's sketches include The Fat Sweaty Coppers, Unlucky Alf and Bob Fleming the coughing TV sensation.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 11:40pm (repeat)
The Jonathan Ross Show. Jonathan Ross. Copyright: Hot Sauce / ITV Studios

The Jonathan Ross Show

Special Guests: Series 2, Highlights Special

A look back at more of the most memorable moments from recent series, including interviews with Samuel L Jackson, Paul Rudd, Kirsten Dunst, Peter Crouch and Abbey Clancy, Millie Bobby Brown, Michael Caine, Michael McIntyre and Maya Jama.

BBC Three 11:50pm (repeat)
Fleabag. Fleabag (Phoebe Waller-Bridge). Copyright: Two Brothers Pictures

Fleabag

Series 1, Episode 2

Haunted by memories of her dead best friend, dumped by her emotionally-fragile boyfriend, and now desperately trying to sell her stolen goods, Fleabag attempts to rekindle romantic fires to distract her from the mayhem of her life.

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