British Comedy Guide

Television

TV schedule Saturday 29th March 2014

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:15am (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

A selection of episodes from the second series of the sitcom about snobbish social climber Hyacinth Bucket (pronounced 'Bouquet').

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 7:20am (repeat)
Sooty. Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 9 - The Sports Day

It's the annual sports day and Sooty and Sweep are competing for the cup - but who will win the day?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:25am (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 3, Episode 2 - The Coconut

The Farmer returns from the fair triumphant after winning a coconut. He soon discovers getting into the coconut isn't as easy as it seems. Shaun and Bitzer take on the challenge and try every trick in the book, but it proves a tough nut to crack.

The Africa Channel 8am (repeat)
Meet The Adebanjos. Image shows from L to R: Sade Adebanjo (Andrea Ama Aboagye), Bayo Adebanjo (Wale Ojo), Gladys Adebanjo (Yetunde Oduwole), Tobi Adebanjo (Daniel Davids). Copyright: MTA Productions

Meet The Adebanjos

Series 1, Episode 3 - Anniversary

Funke enlists the help of Sade to help her fit into a fabulous gown for a Black Tie Gala. Gladys is excited about her wedding anniversary but typically Bayo forgets. Can he make it up to her in time to enjoy the day?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:05am (repeat)
Goodnight Sweetheart. Image shows from L to R: Yvonne Sparrow (Emma Amos), Gary Sparrow (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Phoebe Sparrow (Elizabeth Carling). Copyright: Alomo Productions / BBC

Goodnight Sweetheart

A selection of episodes from the fourth series of the time travel sitcom.

U&Drama channel logo 8:10am (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 5, Episode 5 - Suspicious Minds

Dorien's husband makes a rare appearance.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:30am (repeat)
Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Spin-off from Shaun The Sheep for the CBeebies channel, featuring Timmy the baby lamb and his friends.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 8:30am (repeat)
Horrid Henry: The Movie. Image shows from L to R: Prissy Polly (Kimberley Walsh), Miss Battle-Axe (Anjelica Huston), Moody Margaret (Scarlet Stitt), Horrid Henry (Theo Stevenson), Vic Van Wrinkle (Richard E. Grant), Perfect Peter (Ross Marron)

Horrid Henry: The Movie

Kids' comedy film featuring a host of British comedy stars. Horrid Henry finds himself doing things he never ever thought he'd do, and then some.

U&W channel logo 10am (repeat)
Jonathan Creek. Image shows from L to R: Jonathan Creek (Alan Davies), Carla Borrego (Julia Sawalha). Copyright: BBC

Jonathan Creek

Series 4, Episode 5 - The Chequered Box

A tabloid photographer produces some damning evidence against a highly respected police officer. Is he really a ruthless killer or can Jonathan clear his name?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:30am (repeat)
4 O'Clock Club. Mr Bell (Simon Lowe). Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Club

Series 3, Episode 13 - Audition

When Josh auditions for a place at a performing arts school, it could mean that his days at Elmsmere and the 4 O'Clock Club are numbered. Meanwhile, Mr Bell or Mrs O'Brian may chosen as the school's only head teacher.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:45am (repeat)
One Foot In The Grave. Image shows from L to R: Margaret Meldrew (Annette Crosbie), Victor Meldrew (Richard Wilson). Copyright: BBC

One Foot In The Grave

A selection of episodes from the sixth series of the sitcom starring Richard Wilson as Victor Meldrew.

CITV 12pm (repeat)
Bottom Knocker Street. Image shows from L to R: Councillor Cowdrey (Phill Jupitus), Colin Cowdrey (Tim Bruce), Dinga (Connor Cheeseman), Bo (Alanna Smith), Lulu (Ellie Ruiz). Copyright: Fubuloo

Bottom Knocker Street

Episode 1 - Councillor Cowdairy

An attempt to repair the chimes of the old ice cream van leads to a visit from a dairy person from another dimension. Councillor Cowdrey sees an opportunity for world domination - or at least his very own chain of cheese shops.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:05pm (repeat)
Roy. Image shows from L to R: Becky (Martha Byrne), Maura (Cathy Belton), Bill (Simon Delaney). Copyright: JAM Media

Roy

Series 3, Episode 10 - Konnichi Roy

Roy becomes so immersed in Japanese culture for a school project that he ends up turning totally manga. Roy's knowledge of Japan may end up saving the day for Mr Hammond.

CITV 12:15pm (repeat)
Bottom Knocker Street. Image shows from L to R: Councillor Cowdrey (Phill Jupitus), Colin Cowdrey (Tim Bruce), Dinga (Connor Cheeseman), Bo (Alanna Smith), Lulu (Ellie Ruiz). Copyright: Fubuloo

Bottom Knocker Street

Episode 2 - He Came From Outer Space

A dull and routine day is interrupted by the arrival of an alien on a mission - to collect a mug of water to fuel his planet's life support system.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

A selection of episodes from the second series of the sitcom about snobbish social climber Hyacinth Bucket (pronounced 'Bouquet').

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3pm (repeat)
Carry On Regardless. Copyright: Peter Rogers Productions

Carry On Regardless

Wild adventures and misadventures of co-partners in an unconventional employment agency.

CITV 3pm (repeat)
My Parents Are Aliens

My Parents Are Aliens

Long-running children's sitcom following the lives of three orphaned children. Their new foster parents are secretly aliens.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 3:30pm (repeat)
Man About The House. Robin Tripp (Richard O'Sullivan). Copyright: Hammer Film Productions

Man About The House

When their landlord has to sell-up for redevelopment, Robin and his two female flatmates organise a petition to their local MP.

CITV 3:30pm (repeat)
My Parents Are Aliens

My Parents Are Aliens

Long-running children's sitcom following the lives of three orphaned children. Their new foster parents are secretly aliens.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:50pm (repeat)
Jeeves And Wooster. Image shows from L to R: Bertie Wooster (Hugh Laurie), Jeeves (Stephen Fry). Copyright: Picture Partnership Productions

Jeeves And Wooster

Series 1, Episode 2

Bertie is in love. Jeeves considers Miss Bobbie Wickham too frivolous but any girl who can come up with a scheme to get even with Barmy Fotheringay Phipps is Bertie's idea of a helpmate.

U&Drama channel logo 5pm (repeat)
One Foot In The Grave. Image shows from L to R: Margaret Meldrew (Annette Crosbie), Victor Meldrew (Richard Wilson). Copyright: BBC

One Foot In The Grave

Series 6, Episode 2 - Tales Of Terror

Victor is alarmed when a routine medical test turns out to have sinister implications. He also has problems with the builders and Mrs. Warboys's cousin Wilf's voice synthesiser, whilst Margaret tries to avoid a terrible telephone conversation...

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5pm (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 10 - Bee Boy

Hannah tries to come up with a new business idea for her school project and starts to worry when her super-competitive dad offers to help. Dad starts a cake sale and enters into a bitter rivalry with Mr Leith.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5:30pm (repeat)
Dani's Castle. Image shows from L to R: Rich (Richard Wisker), Esme (Jordan Brown), Jimmy (Kieran Alleyne), Kait (Shannon Flynn), Dani (Dani Harmer), Dylan (Toby Murray), Gabriel (Niall Wright). Copyright: The Foundation

Dani's Castle

Series 2, Episode 8 - Bogmoor's Got Talent

Rich and the gang decide to put on a talent show to cheer up Dylan after he fails to get a coveted role in the school play.

U&Drama channel logo 5:40pm (repeat)
One Foot In The Grave. Image shows from L to R: Margaret Meldrew (Annette Crosbie), Victor Meldrew (Richard Wilson). Copyright: BBC

One Foot In The Grave

Series 6, Episode 3 - The Futility Of The Fly

Victor has hired a cleaner to help around the house, and unwittingly comes to the rescue of a local chip shop proprietor with a rather complicated love life.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (repeat)
'Allo 'Allo!. Image shows from L to R: Edith Melba Artois (Carmen Silvera), René François Artois (Gorden Kaye), Yvette Carte-Blanche (Vicki Michelle). Copyright: BBC

'Allo 'Allo!

Series 1, Episode 1 - The Fallen Madonna

Valuable painting The Fallen Madonna has gone missing from the château; Hitler wants the masterpiece for his private collection and so Herr Flick of the Gestapo is determined to find it.

U&Drama channel logo 6:20pm (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 5, Episode 5 - Suspicious Minds

Dorien's husband makes a rare appearance.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:40pm (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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:10pm (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.

OH TV 7:30pm (repeat)
Meet The Adebanjos. Image shows from L to R: Sade Adebanjo (Andrea Ama Aboagye), Bayo Adebanjo (Wale Ojo), Gladys Adebanjo (Yetunde Oduwole), Tobi Adebanjo (Daniel Davids). Copyright: MTA Productions

Meet The Adebanjos

Series 2, Episode 13 - The New Assistant

Funke decides to get a new assistant to help out in the café but is shocked when the new assistant tries to take over. Cousin Femi teaches Tobi to dance to impress his crush.

BBC Two 7:30pm (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 4, Episode 6 - Absent Friends

Mainwaring is shocked to find that in his absence most of the platoon have not turned up for parade and are instead playing darts with the ARP Wardens. Things get worse when Mainwaring is called upon to help with the arrest of a member of the IRA.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (repeat)
Calendar Girls. Image shows from L to R: Annie (Julie Walters), Chris (Helen Mirren). Copyright: Calendar Girls Productions

Calendar Girls

Gentle comedy drama based on the true story of 11 ladies from Yorkshire who stripped off for a charity calendar.

BBC Two 8pm
30 min
The Perfect Morecambe & Wise. Image shows from L to R: Eric Morecambe, Ernie Wise. Copyright: BBC

The Perfect Morecambe & Wise

Episode 5

Eric organises a birthday party for Ernie, Dusty Springfield performs How Can I Be Sure, the pair bring a whole new meaning to making breakfast and we relive the magic of Camelot with the help of Peter Cushing.

U&Dave channel logo 8pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series I, Episode 5 - Invertebrates

With Jimmy Carr, Sarah Millican and Johnny Vegas.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: Andrew Flintoff, John Bishop, James Corden, Jamie Redknapp. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 3, Episode 8

The final whistle is about to blow on season three, but there's still one last bout of fun to be had as Corden invites Ashes hero Alastair Cook, comic Kevin Bridges and Dermot O'Leary into the studio.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8:25pm (repeat)
Doc Martin. Dr Martin Ellingham (Martin Clunes). Copyright: Buffalo Pictures / Homerun Productions

Doc Martin

Series 4, Episode 4 - Driving Mr McLynn

Martin is called to Louisa's new home after she has a dizzy spell while shifting furniture. Martin urges her to slow down, but is shocked to learn that Louisa has applied to be her school's headteacher again.

U&Yesterday channel logo 9pm (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

A selection of episodes from the 23rd series of Britain's longest running sitcom.

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.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain

Mock The Week

A selection of three episodes of the satricial panel game.

BBC Two 9:30pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series K, Episode 5 - Kings

With Bill Bailey, Jeremy Clarkson and Jimmy Carr.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (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 10pm
60 min
Comedy Central At Just For Laughs. Eddie Izzard. Copyright: Just For Laughs Productions

Comedy Central At Just For Laughs

Episode 2

Rich Hall, Russell Kane, Tim Minchin, Mark Watson, Joe Lycett, Daniel Sloss, Danny Bhoy and Kristen Schall all feature at the world famous Montreal comedy festival.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
Stewart Lee's Comedy Vehicle. Stewart Lee. Copyright: BBC

Stewart Lee's Comedy Vehicle

Series 3, Episode 5 - London

In an episode dedicated to the nation's capital, Stewart vents his anger at the blight of dog excrement; oligarchs populating the city; and ... Coronation Street.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm (repeat)
Celebrity Juice. Leigh Francis

Celebrity Juice

Series 11, Episode 3 - The Big Reunion

Joining Keith, Holly and Fearne are some of the stars of The Big Reunion 2014 - Ben Adams from A1, Jade Jones and Andrez Harriott from Damage, Eternal's Easther and Vernie Bennett and supergroup 5th Story's Adam Rickitt, Dane Bowers, Kavana and Kenzie.

BBC Two Wales. Copyright: BBC 10:30pm (repeat)
Stewart Lee's Comedy Vehicle. Stewart Lee. Copyright: BBC

Stewart Lee's Comedy Vehicle

Series 3, Episode 5 - London

In an episode dedicated to the nation's capital, Stewart vents his anger at the blight of dog excrement; oligarchs populating the city; and ... Coronation Street.

The Africa Channel 10:30pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 3, Episode 13 - Roots Tradition

Desmond and Shirley think it's time Michael appreciated his roots and Sean engages Matthew to tell them about theirs.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40pm (repeat)
The Young Ones. Image shows from L to R: Vyvyan (Adrian Edmondson), Neil (Nigel Planer), Mike (Christopher Ryan), Rick (Rik Mayall). Copyright: BBC

The Young Ones

Series 1, Episode 3 - Boring

The housemates are bored, so head off to the pub. If only they really opened their eyes and looked around, they might find something interesting going on...

Comedy Central 11pm (repeat)
Rhod Gilbert And The Award-Winning Mince Pie. Rhod Gilbert

Rhod Gilbert And The Award-Winning Mince Pie

A TV broadcast of Rhod Gilbert's first stand-up DVD.

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11pm (repeat)
Alan Carr: Chatty Man. Alan Carr. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Alan Carr: Chatty Man

Series 12, Episode 1 - Gary Barlow, Ricky Gervais, Jessica Hynes

Alan Carr is back. In the opening episode he's joined by X Factor judge Gary Barlow, W1A actress Jessica Hynes, and the stars of Muppets Most Wanted - Ricky Gervais, Kermit and Constantine.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Crackanory. Sally Phillips. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Crackanory

Series 1, Episode 1 - Bitter Tweet & What Peebee Did Next

Jackanory gets a reboot as famous faces read comic tales. Jack Dee and Sally Phillips narrate stories about a Twitter addict and a dead toymaker.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 11pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own 6. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 6, Episode 7

A familiar face is welcomed back into the fold this week. Alongside Olympic champion and Strictly hopeful Victoria Pendleton and funny lady Sarah Millican, former Red John Bishop makes a triumphant return.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:30pm (repeat)
The League Of Gentlemen. Image shows from L to R: Tubbs (Steve Pemberton), Edward (Reece Shearsmith). Copyright: BBC

The League Of Gentlemen

Series 1, Episode 3 - Nightmare In Royston Vasey

Work on the new road begins but a terrifying discovery is made. Pauline's jobseekers are taught interview techniques. A tortoise meets a sticky end.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 11:35pm (repeat)
The Parole Officer. Simon Garden (Steve Coogan)

The Parole Officer

Offbeat comedy starring Steve Coogan as an inept parole officer efforts to aims to recover a CCTV tape that proves he is innocent of a murder.

U&Dave channel logo 11:40pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series I, Episode 5 - Invertebrates

With Jimmy Carr, Sarah Millican and Johnny Vegas.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 11:40pm (repeat)
Through The Keyhole. Leigh Francis. Copyright: Talkback

Through The Keyhole

Series 1, Episode 1

Joining Keith and Dave Berry this week are broadcasting legend Eamonn Holmes and pop singer and Hollywood actress Martine McCutcheon.

VIVA Midnight (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Louise (Kathryn Drysdale), Jonny Keogh (Ralf Little), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Janet (Sheridan Smith), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

A selection of episodes from the third series of the long-running BBC Three sitcom.

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:05am (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 17, Episode 6

Jimmy Carr hosts the topical comedy panel show, with team captains Jon Richardson and Sean Lock. The teams are joined by guests Dr Christian Jessen, Lethal Bizzle, Joe Wilkinson and Aisling Bea.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:10am (repeat)
Extras. Image shows from L to R: Maggie Jacobs (Ashley Jensen), Andy Millman (Ricky Gervais), Darren Lamb (Stephen Merchant)

Extras

Andy Milman is a TV and film extra who dreams of stardom and that elusive big break.

U&Dave channel logo 12:40am (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain

Mock The Week

A selection of three episodes of the satricial panel game.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:50am (repeat)
Extras. Image shows from L to R: Maggie Jacobs (Ashley Jensen), Andy Millman (Ricky Gervais), Darren Lamb (Stephen Merchant)

Extras

Andy Milman is a TV and film extra who dreams of stardom and that elusive big break.

BBC Three 2am (repeat)
Pramface. Image shows from L to R: Janet Derbyshire (Anna Chancellor), Alan Derbyshire (Angus Deayton), Laura Derbyshire (Scarlett Alice Johnson), Jamie Prince (Sean Michael Verey), Keith Prince (Ben Crompton), Sandra Prince (Bronagh Gallagher)

Pramface

A repeat run of the entire third series of the BBC Three sitcom.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:25am (repeat)
The Young Ones. Image shows from L to R: Vyvyan (Adrian Edmondson), Neil (Nigel Planer), Mike (Christopher Ryan), Rick (Rik Mayall). Copyright: BBC

The Young Ones

Series 1, Episode 3 - Boring

The housemates are bored, so head off to the pub. If only they really opened their eyes and looked around, they might find something interesting going on...

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 2:30am (repeat)
Tommy Cooper. Tommy Cooper. Copyright: London Weekend Television

Tommy Cooper

Sketch, stand-up and magic from the inimitable Tommy Cooper.

Comedy Central Extra 2:50am (repeat)
Threesome. Image shows from L to R: Mitch (Stephen Wight), Alice (Amy Huberman), Richie (Emun Elliott). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Threesome

Series 2, Episode 2 - Vacuum

It's Richie's first day back at work after paternity leave and his new PA Billy is a little idiotic, but could he be Richie's only hope in a domestic spat?

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 2:50am (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Jimmy Carr. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 2 (Channel 4: Series 3), Episode 2

Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by Miles Jupp and Aisling Bea. Countdown regular Susie Dent has help from Nick Helm.

Comedy Central Extra 3:20am (repeat)
Grouchy Young Men. Image shows from L to R: Jon Richardson, Donny Tourette, Jim Jefferies, Jack P. Shepherd, Seann Walsh. Copyright: Liberty Bell

Grouchy Young Men

Young male celebrities, including many comics, bitch and complain about life in modern Britain.

U&Drama channel logo 4am (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 5, Episode 5 - Suspicious Minds

Dorien's husband makes a rare appearance.

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