British Comedy Guide

Television

TV schedule Tuesday 24th December 2013

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6am (repeat)
Sykes. Image shows from L to R: Corky Turnbull (Deryck Guyler), Eric Sykes (Eric Sykes), Hattie Sykes (Hattie Jacques). Copyright: BBC

Sykes

Series 7, Episode 6 - Six Million Dollar Sykes

Sitcom about identical twins Eric and Hattie Sykes, who live together in suburban London.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6:10am (repeat)
Duty Free. Image shows from L to R: David Pearce (Keith Barron), Linda Cochran (Joanna Van Gyseghem), Carlos (Carlos Douglas), Robert Cochran (Neil Stacy), Amy Pearce (Gwen Taylor). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

Duty Free

Series 3, Christmas Special - A Duty Free Christmas

Once again, David persuades Amy to spend a holiday in Spain, but this time at Christmas. By an amazing quirk of fate, Linda and Robert are in the same hotel. David recommences his pursuit of Linda.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:30am (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 7

After being pushed around at work, Martin finds he has to stand up for himself at last. What will the repercussions be if even in his dreams he comes off second best?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7am (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 1, Special - One Flew Over The Cuckoo Clock

Boycie and Marlene are invited to spend Christmas in Switzerland with some new friends they met at the Agricultural Ball to discuss a new business venture. Is this the entrance to High Society that they are looking for? However, nothing goes to plan and they miss the surprise laid on for them by old friends.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:20am (repeat)
Strange Hill High. Image shows from L to R: Becky Butters, Mitchell Tanner, Templeton. Copyright: BBC / Factory Transmedia

Strange Hill High

Series 1, Episode 4 - Snoozical

Becky dreams of starring in the Strange Hill musical production of Scary Poppins, but regresses into fear-filled dreams after being informed she's a terrible singer. Can she defeat The Grackle?

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 7:30am (repeat)
Yonderland. Debbie Maddox (Martha Howe-Douglas). Copyright: Working Title Films

Yonderland

Series 1, Episode 1 - The Chosen Mum

Married mum-of-two Debbie Maddox finds herself transported into a fantasy world.

U&Drama channel logo 8am (repeat)
A Bit Of A Do. Ted Simcock (David Jason). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

A Bit Of A Do

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Dentist's Dinner Dance

Laurence and Liz do not want Ted and Rita to attend the dance but feel compelled to invite them. Ted and Rita do not want to go but feel unable to decline. The event sees Liz confessing to Ted that she is pregnant with his child and Laurence and Rita becoming more aware of their affair.

Comedy Central 8am (repeat)
Mr. Bean. Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson)

Mr. Bean

A selection of four episodes from Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:10am (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Trigger (Roger Lloyd Pack), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Mike (Kenneth MacDonald), Boycie (John Challis), Del (David Jason), Marlene (Sue Holderness), Uncle Albert (Buster Merryfield). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Christmas Special - Dates

Del attempts to meet his dream woman at a dating agency after seeing Trigger have some success. Meanwhile, Uncle Albert is dropping heavy hints about his impending birthday...

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8:10am (repeat)
George & Mildred. Image shows from L to R: Mildred Roper (Yootha Joyce), George Roper (Brian Murphy). Copyright: Thames Television

George & Mildred

Series 4, Christmas Special - On The Second Day Of Christmas

After a dull Christmas at the Ropers', and a packed period for the Fourmiles, George gets into a little trouble when playing with one of Tristram's new toys.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:55am (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Trigger (Roger Lloyd Pack). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 6, Christmas Special - The Jolly Boys' Outing

It's the Nags Head's annual jamboree down to Margate and the Trotters head for the seaside. But with Rodney getting arrested and the coach blowing up the trip is hardly a bundle of laughs...

CITV 10:45am (repeat)
Sooty. Richard (Richard Cadell). Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 25 - Panto Palaver

When the actors for Mr Slater's pantomime don't turn up, Sooty, Sweep and Soo perform instead. Will The Wicked Bunny have Little Blue Riding Hood for his supper, or can Sooty the woodcutter come to her rescue?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:50am (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 2, Episode 38 - Fireside Favourite

Bitzer has caught a cold, and the farmer decides to tuck him up in the house to recover. In doing so, Pidsley the cat is ousted from his favourite spot next to the fire. The mean cat attempts various ways to remove the snotty dog, while the sheep do their best to keep Bitzer where he needs to be.

CITV 11am (repeat)
Sooty. Richard (Richard Cadell). Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 26 - Pranks And Presents

When the hook-a-duck stall runs out of prizes, Sooty hopes his teddy bear machine can solve all of their problems. But he gets a little extra help from a very special friend... Guest starring Brian Blessed.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:15am (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Oakes (Barrie Rutter), 'Bunny' Warren (Sam Kelly), Norman Stanley Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Rudge (Daniel Peacock). Copyright: WitzEnd Productions

Porridge

Feature film based on the TV sitcom of the same name, featuring Ronnie Barker and the regular cast in the classic prison comedy.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:45am (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French), Harry Kennedy (Richard Armitage). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

2006/2007 Specials, Christmas Special - The Handsome Stranger

Yet another Dibley cottage has been sold to a Londoner, and Geraldine's not happy about the breakdown of the community. Setting out to confront the new stranger, she is struck by his immediate charm and good looks - but is he all he seems?

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:45am (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Miami Twice, Christmas Special - Oh To Be In England

Del and Rodney arrive in Miami and things start to go wrong immediately. Nothing too dramatic, though, until Del is mistaken for a local mafia godfather and his henchmen want him as a decoy!

Comedy Central 12pm
60 min version
(repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Jimeoin, Jason Manford, Tom Stade. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 7, Episode 7 - Jason Manford, Jimeoin, Tom Stade

Jason Manford hosts, with Jimeoin and Tom Stade.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 12pm (repeat)
Little Crackers. Alison's Mum (Alison Steadman)

Little Crackers

Little Crackers 2012, Episode 5 - Alison Steadman's Little Cracker

Sixteen-year-old Alison and her pals are understandably excited about an upcoming lunchtime gig at The Cavern Club.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French), Harry Kennedy (Richard Armitage). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

2006/2007 Specials, New Year Special - The Vicar In White

The date of the wedding is fast approaching, and the Vicar's delighted to be attending in a dress rather than a dog collar. However, the villagers decide that their gift to the happy couple will be to organise everything for them - something Geri was actually rather looking forward to, thank you!

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 1:20pm (repeat)
St Trinian's. Image shows from L to R: Annabelle Fritton (Talulah Riley), Kelly Jones (Gemma Arterton), Polly (Lily Cole), Taylor (Kathryn Drysdale), Peaches (Amara Karan), Celia (Juno Temple), Chloe (Antonia Bernath), Chelsea Parker (Tamsin Egerton), Andrea (Paloma Faith). Copyright: Fragile St Trinian's Limited / Ealing Studios

St Trinian's

Revival of the classic film series, sttarring Rupert Everett and Colin Firth. The girls rally round when the school is faced with financial ruin.

CITV 1:30pm (repeat)
My Parents Are Aliens

My Parents Are Aliens

A selection of four episodes of the children's CITV sitcom.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:15pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 1, Christmas Special - Christmas Crackers

It's anthracite roast potatoes and green stuff all round - Grandad's cooking Christmas dinner! Trouble is, Rodney's in danger of dying of boredom. Then the glittering attractions of the Monte Carlo club beckon...

U&Drama channel logo 2:20pm (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 9, Episode 6 - Holy Ground

An unexpected letter prompts Sharon and Tracey to visit Ireland to hear a will being read and Dorien, who has just bought an Irish racehorse, decides to go too.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French), Jim Trott (Trevor Peacock). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

1996 Specials, Christmas Special - The Christmas Lunch Incident

It's the Vicar's second Christmas in Dibley, and she has to make her sermon a good one "or you've lost them to Satan till next December". An arguably greater worry, however, is the three Christmas dinners Geraldine's agreed to eat. But she can pull it off - right?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3pm (repeat)
All At Sea. Image shows from L to R: Ben (Sam Hattersley), Charlie (Ryan Wilkinson), Alison (Olivia Cosgrove). Copyright: BBC

All At Sea

Series 1, Episode 4 - Alien

Charlie comes up with an out of this world plan to make his homework easier with some extra-terrestrial help. But when an unusual guest arrives at the B and B Charlie starts to wonder whether asking aliens for help was really such a good idea...

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 3pm (repeat)
Yonderland. Debbie Maddox (Martha Howe-Douglas). Copyright: Working Title Films

Yonderland

Series 1, Episode 1 - The Chosen Mum

Married mum-of-two Debbie Maddox finds herself transported into a fantasy world.

U&Drama channel logo 3:20pm (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 9, Christmas Special - The Two Ronnies Christmas Show

Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4pm (repeat)
Harry Hill's TV Burp. Harry Hill. Copyright: Avalon Television

Harry Hill's TV Burp

Award-winning comedian Harry Hill takes a surreal look at television clips from the previous seven days.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4pm (repeat)
The Cow That Almost Missed Christmas. Image shows from L to R: Marjorie, Brian. Copyright: Baby Cow Productions / Komedia Entertainment

The Cow That Almost Missed Christmas

A one-off animated version of the Nativity tale for CBeebies. It retells the story of Jesus's birth from the point of view of a female cow.

U&Dave channel logo 4pm (repeat)
QI. Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series A, Episode 11 - Arts

With Richard E. Grant, Bill Bailey and Linda Smith.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:05pm (repeat)
Follow That Camel. Image shows from L to R: Corktip (Anita Harris), Simpson (Peter Butterworth), Bertram 'Bo' Oliphant West (Jim Dale), Sergeant Ernie Nocker (Phil Silvers). Copyright: Peter Rogers Productions

Follow That Camel

Comedy from the Carry On team about a young English aristocrat who joins the Foreign Legion. Phil Silvers guest stars.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:30pm (repeat)
Harry Hill's TV Burp. Harry Hill. Copyright: Avalon Television

Harry Hill's TV Burp

Award-winning comedian Harry Hill takes a surreal look at television clips from the previous seven days.

U&Dave channel logo 4:40pm (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 5, Episode 3

David Mitchell is joined by David O'Doherty and Katherine Parkinson, and Lee Mack is joined by Bill Turnbull and Louie Spence.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5pm (repeat)
A Grand Day Out With Wallace And Gromit. Credit: BBC, Channel 4 Television Corporation, Aardman Animations

A Grand Day Out With Wallace And Gromit

Oscar-nominated claymation in which a Yorkshireman and his canine companion venture to the Moon.

U&Drama channel logo 5:20pm (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Audrey fforbes-Hamilton (Penelope Keith). Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Series 1, Christmas Special

It's Audrey's first Christmas outside of Grantleigh, and Mrs fforbes-Hamilton is feeling rather hard-done-by with DeVere having inherited most of her traditional festive duties.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:20pm (repeat)
Gigglebiz. Justin Fletcher. Copyright: BBC

Gigglebiz

CBeebies legend Justin Fletcher gets the nation's under-sixes laughing their socks off with his collection of crazy comedy characters.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:35pm (repeat)
The Wrong Trousers. Credit: Aardman Animations

The Wrong Trousers

Oscar-winning claymation from Nick Park. It is Gromit's birthday, and Wallace gives him a pair of mechanical techno trousers that cause a stir.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:15pm (repeat)
A Close Shave. Credit: BBC, Aardman Animations

A Close Shave

Wallace's whirlwind romance with the proprietor of the local wool shop puts his head in a spin; but not all is well for Gromit.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:50pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason), Grandad (Lennard Pearce). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 2, Christmas Special - Diamonds Are For Heather

Del is in love again after catching the eye of Heather during a rendition of 'Old Shep' at the Nag's Head. It's not long before he wants to get engaged, as usual, but this time there is a complication... her husband.

U&Drama channel logo 7pm (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 4, Christmas Special - The Chigwell Connection

Tracey and Sharon start a "Free the Chigwell Two" campaign when they discover that the detective who arrested Darryl and Chris may be bent.

BBC Four 7pm (repeat)
The Titfield Thunderbolt. Image shows from L to R: Joan (Gabrielle Brune), Valentine (Stanley Holloway). Copyright: Ealing Studios

The Titfield Thunderbolt

Comedy starring Stanley Holloway. The villagers of Titfield take matters into their own hands when their local railway line closes down.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:30pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Uncle Albert (Buster Merryfield), Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Christmas Special - Mother Nature's Son

Rodney's talk of environmental pollution brings him a strange ally when Del becomes a friend of the Earth. Of course, he's got a scam going and it involves a joint venture with the Water Board - but they are a silent partner!

BBC Two 7:30pm
30 min
The Perfect Morecambe & Wise. Image shows from L to R: Ernie Wise, Des O'Connor, Eric Morecambe. Copyright: BBC

The Perfect Morecambe & Wise

The Perfect Morecambe And Wise Christmas Special

The very best moments from Eric and Ernie's festive specials. Des O'Connor has finally had it with the insults, Angela Rippon gets out from behind the news desk, Eric Porter shows his friends he can dance and André Previn is shown how to play Grieg.

U&Drama channel logo 8pm (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 29, Episode 2 - Will The Genuine Racer Please Stand Up?

To ease his lot, Howard devises a simple scheme to change his appearance enough to fool even Pearl. But he soon discovers that taking over someone else's identity can be equally as hazardous.

Comedy Central 8pm
60 min version
(repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Jimeoin, Jason Manford, Tom Stade. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 7, Episode 7 - Jason Manford, Jimeoin, Tom Stade

Jason Manford hosts, with Jimeoin and Tom Stade.

Comedy Central Extra 8pm (repeat)
Dead Ringers. Copyright: BBC

Dead Ringers

TV impressions show that ran throughout the 2000s. Featuring Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Phil Cornwell, Kevin Connelly and Mark Perry.

BBC Two 8pm (repeat)
Victoria Wood's Mid Life Christmas. Victoria Wood. Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Victoria Wood's Mid Life Christmas

Victoria Wood returns with a 60-minute special for BBC One featuring sketches, personal injury commercials, unlikely sporting events and a dance number bringing together the killer combo of midriff bulge and Busby Berkeley.

Comedy Central Extra 8:30pm (repeat)
Dead Ringers. Copyright: BBC

Dead Ringers

TV impressions show that ran throughout the 2000s. Featuring Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Phil Cornwell, Kevin Connelly and Mark Perry.

BBC Four 8:30pm (repeat)
Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?. Image shows from L to R: Terry Collier (James Bolam), Bob Ferris (Rodney Bewes). Copyright: BBC

Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?

Series 2, Episode 13 - The Shape Of Things To Come

With the death of notorious Uncle Jacob, the Collier family gather to pay their last respects. Terry has time to reflect on his own future but Bob is shocked when Mrs Collier's description of the deceased seems a little too close to home.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Bring Me Morecambe And Wise. Image shows from L to R: Eric Morecambe, Ernie Wise. Copyright: North One Television

Bring Me Morecambe And Wise

Episode 5 - Christmas

GOLD's five-part tribute concludes with a celebration of the comedy duo's Christmas specials, and charts how they became a nationwide tradition.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm (repeat)
Paul. Image shows from L to R: Clive Gollings (Nick Frost), Graeme Willy (Simon Pegg)

Paul

Sci-fi comedy starring Nick Frost and Simon Pegg as friends who chance upon an alien whilst travelling across the US.

Sky Atlantic logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
Little Crackers

Little Crackers

A selection of four episodes of Sky1's Christmas shorts.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
A Young Doctor's Notebook. Image shows from L to R: Older Doctor (Jon Hamm), Young Doctor (Daniel Radcliffe). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

A Young Doctor's Notebook

A repeat run of the entire second series.

Comedy Central 9pm (repeat)
Lee Evans: Roadrunner. Lee Evans. Copyright: Little Mo Films

Lee Evans: Roadrunner

TV broadcast of Lee Evans's 2011 stand-up show and release, Roadrunner.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9pm
60 min
Last Tango In Halifax. Copyright: Red Production Company

Last Tango In Halifax

Series 2, Episode 6

Preparations for the big day are well underway. Whilst Caroline is distractd elsewhere, Alan receives a surprise visitor. Will the ceremony go off without a hitch?

BBC Two 9pm
45 min
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Jo Brand, Stephen Fry, Brendan O'Carroll, Phill Jupitus. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series K, Christmas Special - Kris Kringle

With Jo Brand, Phill Jupitus and Brendan O'Carroll.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version
(repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Image shows left to right: Ian Hislop, Paul Merton. Credit: Matt Crockett

Have I Got News For You

Series 44, Episode 8

Popular news quiz with team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop, guest host David Mitchell and guest panellists Susan Calman and Janet Street-Porter.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm (repeat)
The IT Crowd. Image shows from L to R: Roy (Chris O'Dowd), Moss (Richard Ayoade), Jen (Katherine Parkinson). Copyright: TalkbackThames

The IT Crowd

Special - The Internet Is Coming

All four stars of the award-winning IT Crowd - Chris O'Dowd, Richard Ayoade, Katherine Parkinson and Matt Berry - reunite for a one-off special episode written and directed by Graham Linehan.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm
60 min
Trollied. Gavin (Jason Watkins). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Trollied

Series 3, Christmas Special

Gavin invites Julie over for Christmas dinner and, understandably, she thinks this is going to be the mistletoe moment she's been waiting for.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 9:30pm (repeat)
Rising Damp. Rupert Rigsby (Leonard Rossiter). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

Rising Damp

Series 2, Christmas Special - For The Man Who Has Everything

Rigsby's hopes for a quiet Christmas alone crumble when his tenants begin arriving back at the house unexpectedly. The solitude wasn't quite as fun as he'd expected though!

BBC Two 9:45pm
60 min
Mel Smith: I've Sort Of Done Things. Mel Smith. Copyright: BBC

Mel Smith: I've Sort Of Done Things

Tribute to the actor, writer, director and producer Mel Smith, star of Not The Nine O'Clock News, following his early death.

BBC Three 9:45pm (repeat)
Backchat. Jack Whitehall. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Backchat

Series 1, Christmas Special

Jack Whitehall and his father invite a whole host of Christmas guests to join them for this festive edition of their chat show, including comedian Lee Mack and the cast of Jack's sitcom, Bad Education.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Image shows left to right: Ebenezer Blackadder (Rowan Atkinson), Baldrick (Tony Robinson). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

1988 Specials, Christmas Special - Blackadder's Christmas Carol

Ebenezer Blackadder is the kindest man in England, until a visit from the Spirit of Christmas helps him to see the error of his ways.

U&Drama channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Jonathan Creek. Image shows from L to R: Jonathan Creek (Alan Davies), Joey Ross (Sheridan Smith). Copyright: BBC

Jonathan Creek

Special - The Judas Tree

Jonathan and Joey are called upon to investigate a series of mysterious and spooky events at a house called Green Lanterns.

Comedy Central 10pm (repeat)
Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jack Dee, David Mitchell, Michael McIntyre, Rhod Gilbert, Kylie Minogue, James Corden, Rob Brydon, Miranda Hart. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow

Christmas Special - Michael McIntyre's Christmas Comedy Roadshow

Joining Michael McIntyre on stage for this festive viewing extravaganza are Jack Dee, Miranda Hart, Sean Lock, James Corden, Rob Brydon, David Mitchell and Rhod Gilbert, with music from Kylie Minogue.

Sky Atlantic logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
Uncle Wormsley's Christmas. Image shows from L to R: Mrs. Goodington, Mr. Goodington. Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Uncle Wormsley's Christmas

An animated cautionary tale with a dark heart. Narrated by Steve Coogan.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm (repeat)
Benidorm. Image shows from L to R: Les / Lesley (Tim Healy), Madge (Sheila Reid), Michael Garvey (Oliver Stokes), Mick Garvey (Steve Pemberton), Janice Garvey (Siobhan Finneran). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Benidorm

Christmas Special

It is Christmas on the Costa Blanca and the Garveys are staying with Mel and Madge in their luxury hilltop villa.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10pm
45 min
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Lee (Lee Mack). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 6, Christmas Special - The House

Attempting to give Lucy the perfect Christmas, Lee takes her, her parents - and Daisy - away to a cosy country cottage, formerly home to his own aunt.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series I, Christmas Special - Ice

A Christmas special with Ross Noble, Sean Lock and Brian Blessed.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
60 min
The IT Crowd Manual. Image shows from L to R: Matt Berry, Katherine Parkinson, Richard Ayoade, Chris O'Dowd. Copyright: Retort

The IT Crowd Manual

Documentary about Channel 4's geek sitcom The IT Crowd. Includes interviews with the cast and crew.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: Andrew Flintoff, John Bishop, Georgie Ainslie, James Corden, Jamie Redknapp. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 2, Christmas Special

Fill your boots with a festive fix of the sports panel show. Referee James Corden welcomes his Gavin & Stacey co-star Ruth Jones, as well as boxing legend Ricky Hatton.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:45pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Ben (Daniel Roche), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey), Pete (Hugh Dennis), Sue (Claire Skinner), Karen (Ramona Marquez). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Christmas Special - 2012 Christmas Special

The Brockman family have decided to foster a sense of community by throwing a Christmas party for their neighbours.

BBC Two 10:45pm (repeat)
Comedy Connections. Copyright: BBC

Comedy Connections

Series 5, Episode 8 - Alas Smith And Jones

Series charting the history of the best of British comedy looks at Mel Smith and Griff Rhys Jones's comedy sketch show that dominated ratings throughout the 1980s.

It reveals how Smith and Jones were then thrown together as part of the Not The Nine O'Clock News team, and that they two had very different working styles, with Mel being relaxed and avuncular while Griff was the worrier who slaved over tweaking and memorising his lines.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (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, Christmas Special - Thicker Than Water

When Rodney opens the door to a stranger at the flat he soon learns from Grandad that it's his long lost father, Reg. As Del returns home from the pub, his anger is abated when Reg tells them he is ill and it may be hereditary. The subsequent blood test results threaten to split the brothers up.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Chris Addison, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 10, Episode 8

Dara O'Briain, Chris Addison, Hugh Dennis and Andy Parsons look back over another week's news with guests Greg Davies, Simon Evans and Micky Flanagan.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm (repeat)
Father Ted. Image shows from L to R: Father Dougal McGuire (Ardal O'Hanlon), Father Ted Crilly (Dermot Morgan), Mrs Doyle (Pauline McLynn), Father Jack Hackett (Frank Kelly). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Father Ted

A selection of episodes from the first and second series of Channel 4's most popular sitcom.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm (repeat)
The IT Crowd. Image shows from L to R: Moss (Richard Ayoade), Jen (Katherine Parkinson), Roy (Chris O'Dowd). Copyright: TalkbackThames

The IT Crowd

The Fans' Favourite Episode: As part of The IT Crowd Night, Channel 4 airs the all-time favourite episode, as voted for by the fans.

Comedy Central 11:10pm (repeat)
Jimmy Carr In Concert. Jimmy Carr. Copyright: Bwark Productions

Jimmy Carr In Concert

TV broadcast of Jimmy Carr's fourth live stand-up DVD, in which he unleashes his trademark rapid-fire joke-telling and razor-sharp wit.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 11:10pm (repeat)
Celebrity Juice. Image shows from L to R: Laura Whitmore, Leigh Francis, Emily Atack. Copyright: Talkback Productions

Celebrity Juice

A selection of three Christmas specials of the ITV2 panel game hosted by Keith Lemon.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:35pm (repeat)
The IT Crowd. Image shows from L to R: Moss (Richard Ayoade), Jen (Katherine Parkinson), Roy (Chris O'Dowd). Copyright: TalkbackThames

The IT Crowd

The Writer's Favourite Episode: The IT Crowd Night comes to an end with the writer Graham Linehan's favourite episode.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40pm (repeat)
The Two Ronnies Sketchbook. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies Sketchbook

Christmas Special - The Two Ronnies Christmas Sketchbook

Ronnies Corbett and Barker return with a final festive helping of fun from The Two Ronnies back-catalogue, plus music from Katie Melua.

U&Dave channel logo 11:40pm (repeat)
QI. Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series A, Episode 11 - Arts

With Richard E. Grant, Bill Bailey and Linda Smith.

U&Drama channel logo Midnight (repeat)
A Bit Of A Do. Ted Simcock (David Jason). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

A Bit Of A Do

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Dentist's Dinner Dance

Laurence and Liz do not want Ted and Rita to attend the dance but feel compelled to invite them. Ted and Rita do not want to go but feel unable to decline. The event sees Liz confessing to Ted that she is pregnant with his child and Laurence and Rita becoming more aware of their affair.

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A League Of Their Own. James Corden. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 7, Episode 2

Three members of One Direction and Radio 1 DJ Sara Cox are the guests joining James Corden, Jamie Redknapp, Freddie Flintoff and Jack Whitehall.

BBC One Scotland. Copyright: BBC 12:05am (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Lee (Lee Mack). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 6, Christmas Special - The House

Attempting to give Lucy the perfect Christmas, Lee takes her, her parents - and Daisy - away to a cosy country cottage, formerly home to his own aunt.

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The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Simon Cooper (Joe Thomas), Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird), Neil Sutherland (Blake Harrison), Jay Cartwright (James Buckley). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

A selection of episodes from the second series.

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Set List. Copyright: Princess Productions / Susquehanna Hats

Set List: Stand-Up Without A Net

Episode 4

Hoping to pull the comedy rabbit from their sleeves in Brixton this week are actor, presenter and funnyman Rufus Hound and musician and comic Reggie Watts.

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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 5, Episode 3

David Mitchell is joined by David O'Doherty and Katherine Parkinson, and Lee Mack is joined by Bill Turnbull and Louie Spence.

U&Dave channel logo 12:20am
45 min version
(repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Image shows left to right: Ian Hislop, Paul Merton. Credit: Matt Crockett

Have I Got News For You

Series 44, Episode 8

Popular news quiz with team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop, guest host David Mitchell and guest panellists Susan Calman and Janet Street-Porter.

BBC One Scotland. Copyright: BBC 12:50am (repeat)
Limmy's Show!. Brian Limond. Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Limmy's Show!

2013 Specials, Christmas Special

In this seasonal special, Limmy disposes of an unwanted party guest, Jacqueline McCafferty hits the toy shop, Dee Dee receives a warning from an old pal, Mr Mulvaney plays Santa at the office party, and Falconhoof encounters a festive caller in need.

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Bottom. Image shows from L to R: Richie Richard (Rik Mayall), Eddie Hitler (Adrian Edmondson). Copyright: BBC

Bottom

Richie Richard and Eddie Hitler are a pair of disgusting, anti-social and regularly violent losers who share a grubby flat in Hammersmith.

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60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series I, Christmas Special - Ice

A Christmas special with Ross Noble, Sean Lock and Brian Blessed.

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Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell), Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

A repeat run of the entire eighth series of the sitcom starring Mitchell and Webb.

U&Drama channel logo 1:10am (repeat)
Butterflies. Image shows from L to R: Ben Parkinson (Geoffrey Palmer), Ria Parkinson (Wendy Craig)

Butterflies

Sitcom following dissatisfied housewife Ria Parkinson as she considers embarking on an exciting romantic affair with successful businessman Leonard.

BBC One Scotland. Copyright: BBC 1:20am (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Ben (Daniel Roche), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey), Pete (Hugh Dennis), Sue (Claire Skinner), Karen (Ramona Marquez). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Christmas Special - 2012 Christmas Special

The Brockman family have decided to foster a sense of community by throwing a Christmas party for their neighbours.

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Men Behaving Badly. Image shows from L to R: Gary Strang (Martin Clunes), Dorothy (Caroline Quentin), Tony Smart (Neil Morrissey), Deborah (Leslie Ash). Copyright: Hartswood Films Ltd

Men Behaving Badly

Series 6, Christmas Special - Jingle B***s!

Flat share sitcom following security salesman Gary and his lodger, as they attempt to navigate the opposite sex.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:15am (repeat)
Bottom. Image shows from L to R: Richie Richard (Rik Mayall), Eddie Hitler (Adrian Edmondson). Copyright: BBC

Bottom

Richie Richard and Eddie Hitler are a pair of disgusting, anti-social and regularly violent losers who share a grubby flat in Hammersmith.

Comedy Central Extra 2:15am (repeat)
Dead Ringers. Copyright: BBC

Dead Ringers

TV impressions show that ran throughout the 2000s. Featuring Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Phil Cornwell, Kevin Connelly and Mark Perry.

BBC Three 2:25am (repeat)
Bad Education. Image shows left to right: Mitchell (Charlie Wernham), Stephen Carmichael (Layton Williams), Alfie (Jack Whitehall), Chantelle (Nikki Runeckles), Miss Gulliver (Sarah Solemani), Fraser (Mathew Horne), Joe (Ethan Lawrence), Rem Dogg (Jack Binstead), Jing (Kae Alexander). Credit: Tiger Aspect Productions

Bad Education

Series 2, Christmas Special

Following Pickwell's departure, Mr Fraser appoints Alfie writer and director of the annual Christmas play: will it be Robocop or The Nutcracker? Miss Gulliver's keen that he and his class help at the soup kitchen.

Comedy Central Extra 2:45am (repeat)
Dead Ringers. Copyright: BBC

Dead Ringers

TV impressions show that ran throughout the 2000s. Featuring Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Phil Cornwell, Kevin Connelly and Mark Perry.

U&Dave channel logo 2:45am (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Chris Addison, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 10, Episode 8

Dara O'Briain, Chris Addison, Hugh Dennis and Andy Parsons look back over another week's news with guests Greg Davies, Simon Evans and Micky Flanagan.

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The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Simon Cooper (Joe Thomas), Neil Sutherland (Blake Harrison), Jay Cartwright (James Buckley), Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Series 1, Episode 6

It's the end of term and Will, Simon, Jay and Neil have the task of organising the School Prom.

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Tim Vine Live: So I Said To This Bloke. Tim Vine

Tim Vine Live: So I Said To This Bloke

Live stand-up from Tim Vine, recorded at the Bloomsbury Theatre in 2008.

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The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Simon Cooper (Joe Thomas), Neil Sutherland (Blake Harrison), Jay Cartwright (James Buckley), Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Series 1, Episode 3

Simon sits his first driving test, and when he passes takes Will, Jay and Neil to visit Thorpe Park to ride roller coasters and chase girls. There is one problem though - Simon is a rubbish driver.

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