British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Television

TV schedule Thursday 15th May 2014

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6am (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 8 - Affairs And Relations

Bob has joined Terry on a weekend's fishing and is racked by guilt that he has left Thelma behind. When Thelma's father unexpectedly books into the same hotel with his secretary it seems the weekend couldn't get worse .. until Thelma turns up as well to sort things out with Bob!

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6:10am (repeat)
Only When I Laugh. Image shows from L to R: Dr. Gordon Thorpe (Richard Wilson), Roy Figgis (James Bolam), Norman Binns (Christopher Strauli), Archie Glover (Peter Bowles). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

Only When I Laugh

Series 3, Episode 4 - Postman's Knock

Agony Aunt Clare Butterfield receives a letter from Worried of Ward 3, but her reply only confuses things...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:30am (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 9, Episode 2 - A Tour De France

René is being held hostage, and missing presumed exploded by the Nazis, the Resistance, and the girls at the café. As they plan tributes to their fallen hero, he is desperate to escape being shared around by the Communists in their underground bunker!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7am (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Series 2, Episode 7 - The Book Signing

It's the day of Lionel's book launch, and Alistair has a new publicity stunt prepared in case sales start flagging. Jean, meanwhile, is busy trying to push as many sales as she can.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40am (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 4, Episode 3 - Hearts Of Darkness

A day out in the country and a gentle trip on the river leads to epic complications for the Meldrews, Mrs Warboys and Nick Swainey when they find themselves marooned in the middle of a misty river.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20am (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 4, Episode 4 - Warm Champagne

The Meldrews are back from holiday and Victor's luck - and temper - is worse than ever. Margaret can take no more of their existence and decides to embark on a reckless adventure that could change both her own and Victor's lives forever.

U&Drama channel logo 9am (repeat)
Monarch Of The Glen. Copyright: BBC

Monarch Of The Glen

Series 6, Episode 5

Comedy drama set in the Scottish Highlands, based on the comic novels of Compton Mackenzie.

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

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 23 - The Silent Movie

When Sooty accidentally destroys one of Richard's old films, the gang decide to replace it with one they've made themselves. But will it be good enough to impress Mr Slater's grandchildren?

CITV 10:55am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 1 - In The Wild

Mr Bean goes deep into the countryside in search of the perfect wildlife photograph.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11am (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 1, Episode 6 - Hail Smiling Morn Or Thereabouts

When Blamire buys himself a camera, Clegg, Compo and himself go in search of interesting things to take photographs of.

CITV 11:10am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 2 - Missing Teddy

Bean tracks down the men responsible for kidnapping his teddy - only to find he is not their only captive!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40am (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 6, Episode 1 - In The Service Of Humanity

Getting rather wet in a life-saving attempt, Clegg and Compo are dismayed to hear that the incident has inspired Foggy to devote his life - and theirs - to first aid and rescue.

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

QI

Series B, Episode 8 - Bees

With Fred MacAulay, Rich Hall and Jo Brand.

Heyday 12pm (repeat)
Tony Hancock: The Live Broadcasts. Kingsley Glover. Copyright: Coda Publishing

Tony Hancock: The Live Broadcasts

Documentary looking back at Tony Hancock's career, through which many television programmes were broadcast live.

U&Dave channel logo 12pm (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 4

David Mitchell is joined by Gregg Wallace and Nigel Havers, and Lee Mack is joined by Charlie Brooker and Nina Wadia.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20pm (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 8 - Affairs And Relations

Bob has joined Terry on a weekend's fishing and is racked by guilt that he has left Thelma behind. When Thelma's father unexpectedly books into the same hotel with his secretary it seems the weekend couldn't get worse .. until Thelma turns up as well to sort things out with Bob!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1pm (repeat)
Roy. Image shows from L to R: Becky (Martha Byrne), Maura (Cathy Belton), Bill (Simon Delaney). Copyright: JAM Media

Roy

Series 1, Episode 13 - School Inspection

Ballyfermot School is preparing for a visit from the school inspector.

U&Drama channel logo 2pm (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 10 - Cuckoo

Sharon gets a shock when she tries to cash her unemployment cheque.

U&Drama channel logo 2:40pm (repeat)
Brush Strokes. Image shows from L to R: Jacko (Karl Howman), Lionel Bainbridge (Gary Waldhorn), Sandra (Jackie Lye), Eric (Mike Walling). Copyright: BBC

Brush Strokes

Series 3, Episode 6

Lionel has now become so paranoid about Jacko setting up his own decorating business right opposite Bainbridge's, that Veronica decides that action is called for. Jacko, however, has more important things on his mind.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3pm (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 9, Episode 2 - A Tour De France

René is being held hostage, and missing presumed exploded by the Nazis, the Resistance, and the girls at the café. As they plan tributes to their fallen hero, he is desperate to escape being shared around by the Communists in their underground bunker!

CITV 3:10pm (repeat)
Sooty. Richard (Richard Cadell). Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 24 - Disco Disco!

Richard is looking forward to Mr Slater's disco, but - Sooty, Sweep and Soo are in charge. With no sound system and a broken smoke machine, Sooty has to call in some old friends to save the day. With special guest stars B*Witched.

U&Drama channel logo 3:20pm (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 2, Episode 2 - Who's That Dancing With Nora Batty Then?

One of Compo's neighbours is preparing to emigrate to Austrlia; Blamire reveals a musical talent; and Compo displays a mysterious scar. Has Aggie Duckett struck again?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:40pm (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Series 2, Episode 7 - The Book Signing

It's the day of Lionel's book launch, and Alistair has a new publicity stunt prepared in case sales start flagging. Jean, meanwhile, is busy trying to push as many sales as she can.

CITV 3:55pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 5 - No Parking

Mr Bean takes his teddy to the cinema but has trouble finding a parking space.

U&Drama channel logo 4pm (repeat)
Monarch Of The Glen. Copyright: BBC

Monarch Of The Glen

Series 6, Episode 5

Comedy drama set in the Scottish Highlands, based on the comic novels of Compton Mackenzie.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:15pm (repeat)
Only When I Laugh. Image shows from L to R: Dr. Gordon Thorpe (Richard Wilson), Roy Figgis (James Bolam), Norman Binns (Christopher Strauli), Archie Glover (Peter Bowles). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

Only When I Laugh

Series 3, Episode 5 - Accident

Norman witnesses an accident involving Dr. Thorpe. But will he testify to what he saw?

CITV 4:15pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 6 - Bean's Bounty

A local archaeology dig inspires Mr Bean to go hunting for treasure.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:20pm (repeat)
Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Nurse Gladys Emmanuel (Lynda Baron), Granville (David Jason), Albert Arkwright (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: BBC

Open All Hours

Series 3, Episode 5 - "The Man From Down Under"

When one of Nurse Gladys Emmanuel's admirers returns from Australia, Arkwright proffers a real Yorkshire welcome...

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 4:25pm (repeat)
Hobson's Choice

Hobson's Choice

Screen adaptation of Harold Brighouse's classic Lancashire comedy.

London Live 4:30pm (repeat)
The T-Boy Show. Image shows from L to R: Cousin Seun (Neil Reynolds), T-Boy (Tolulope Ogunmefun). Copyright: MTA Productions

The T-Boy Show

Series 1, Episode 7 - The Big Date

T-Boy's auntie has a big date with a TV executive. T-Boy sees this as his chance to get to Hollywood. What could go wrong?

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:50pm (repeat)
Barbara. Image shows from L to R: Barbara Liversidge (Gwen Taylor), Ted Liversidge (Sam Kelly)

Barbara

Series 2, Episode 2 - Massage

Barbara's injured her back and is pretty limited in what she can do; she's also quite enamoured by Neil's ex-girlfriend, Kelly, a masseuse. Meanwhile, Martin's got a stalker sending him panties in the post...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5pm (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 1, Episode 6 - Hail Smiling Morn Or Thereabouts

When Blamire buys himself a camera, Clegg, Compo and himself go in search of interesting things to take photographs of.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5pm (repeat)
Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Nurse Gladys Emmanuel (Lynda Baron), Granville (David Jason), Albert Arkwright (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: BBC

Open All Hours

Series 3, Episode 6 - The Cool Cocoa Tin Lid

Granville decides to get cool. He's got the open necked shirt and the shades, but where's a poor errand boy going to find a medallion?

U&Dave channel logo 5pm (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 4

David Mitchell is joined by Gregg Wallace and Nigel Havers, and Lee Mack is joined by Charlie Brooker and Nina Wadia.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5pm (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 7 - Location, Location, Location

Dani's opportunity at a big Hollywood role with a castle location offers opportunities for Rich and Bogmoor - but is he seems too eager to be bothered with reading the script or small print...

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:15pm (repeat)
Gigglebiz. Justin Fletcher. Copyright: BBC

Gigglebiz

Series 3, Episode 11

Newsreader Arthur Sleep has a problem with a small dog in the newsroom, gardener Will Barrow has trouble with some cheeky moles, and explorer Rapids Johnson tries to spot the elusive ballerina bear.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:20pm (repeat)
The Upper Hand. Image shows from L to R: Joanna Burrows (Kellie Bright), Laura West (Honor Blackman), Charlie Burrows (Joe McGann), Tom Wheatley (William Puttock), Caroline Wheatley (Diana Weston)

The Upper Hand

Series 4, Episode 19 - Tunnel Of Love

Will Charlie finally tell Caroline his true feelings?

London Live 5:30pm (repeat)
Brothers With No Game. Copyright: BWNG

Brothers With No Game

Series 1, Episode 7

Marcus is in a quandary and Dorian puts his foot in it, big time. But when Junior's ex, the love of his life, appears on his doorstep unannounced, the Brothers could be torn apart.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:40pm (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 6, Episode 1 - In The Service Of Humanity

Getting rather wet in a life-saving attempt, Clegg and Compo are dismayed to hear that the incident has inspired Foggy to devote his life - and theirs - to first aid and rescue.

U&Dave channel logo 5:40pm (repeat)
QI. Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series B, Episode 8 - Bees

With Fred MacAulay, Rich Hall and Jo Brand.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Image shows left to right: Baldrick (Tony Robinson), Mr. Edmund Blackadder, Esquire (Rowan Atkinson). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Black Adder The Third, Episode 1 - Dish And Dishonesty

The House of Commons, now led by William Pitt the Younger, sets out to bankrupt the Prince Regent. Blackadder has a plan to stop them, but it'll involve a rigged by-election and new MP - there's only one man for the job...

U&Drama channel logo 7pm (repeat)
Brush Strokes. Image shows from L to R: Jacko (Karl Howman), Lionel Bainbridge (Gary Waldhorn), Sandra (Jackie Lye), Eric (Mike Walling). Copyright: BBC

Brush Strokes

Series 3, Episode 6

Lionel has now become so paranoid about Jacko setting up his own decorating business right opposite Bainbridge's, that Veronica decides that action is called for. Jacko, however, has more important things on his mind.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Lord Smedley / The Scarlet Pimpernel (Nigel Planer). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Black Adder The Third, Episode 3 - Nob And Nobility

The Scarlet Pimpernel is at the height of his activities sneaking aristocrats out of revolutionary France, and Blackadder is not too pleased at the sudden overrunning of London with the objectionable garlic-munchers. He decides to prove the Pimpernel's actions as overrated by rescuing an aristo himself - or not...

U&Drama channel logo 7:40pm (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Series 4, Episode 8 - Wedding Day Nerves

While Lionel suffers an attack of the wedding day wobbles, bride-to-be Jean does her utmost to remain calm in spite of her sister-in-law's efforts.

London Live 8pm (repeat)
Brothers With No Game. Copyright: BWNG

Brothers With No Game

Series 1, Episode 7

Marcus is in a quandary and Dorian puts his foot in it, big time. But when Junior's ex, the love of his life, appears on his doorstep unannounced, the Brothers could be torn apart.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 1, Episode 6 - Men Without Women

Fletcher has been offering his advice to his fellow prisoners on the topic of romance. Letters written home result in a visiting room full of wives and sweethearts, but Fletcher's visitor is his eldest daughter. Should he be following his own advice?

U&Drama channel logo 8:20pm (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 2, Episode 2 - Who's That Dancing With Nora Batty Then?

One of Compo's neighbours is preparing to emigrate to Austrlia; Blamire reveals a musical talent; and Compo displays a mysterious scar. Has Aggie Duckett struck again?

London Live 8:30pm (repeat)
Twenty Twelve. Image shows from L to R: Siobhan Sharpe (Jessica Hynes), Fi Healey (Morven Christie), Kay Hope (Amelia Bullmore), Graham Hitchins (Karl Theobald), Nick Jowett (Vincent Franklin), Daniel Stroud (Samuel Barnett), Ian Fletcher (Hugh Bonneville). Copyright: BBC

Twenty Twelve

Series 2, Episode 4 - The Rapper

Siobhan's team design a major sexual health campaign, complete with a rap song Get it On, which may upset the Catholic competitors.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Karen (Ramona Marquez), Sue (Claire Skinner), Pete (Hugh Dennis), Ben (Daniel Roche), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 1, Episode 5

Ben's on the case again - this time he's got a mystery illness and is far too sick to go to school, or so he says.

Comedy Central 9pm (repeat)
Sean Lock: Lockipedia Live. Sean Lock. Copyright: Universal Pictures

Sean Lock: Lockipedia Live

TV edit of the 2010 stand-up show Lockipedia Live, starring Sean Lock.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm
30 min
The Cruise. Image shows from L to R: Jacky (Jane Horrocks), Andy (Jason Watkins). Copyright: Emu Films

The Cruise

One-off comedy drama starring Jane Horrocks and Jason Watkins as a couple preparing to go away on a holiday cruise.

Sky Living logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm
30 min
Trying Again. Image shows from L to R: Meg (Jo Joyner), Matt (Chris Addison). Copyright: Avalon Television

Trying Again

Episode 5

When Matt and Meg decide to throw a housewarming dinner, they invite Iain and his girlfriend Kate in an attempt to draw a line under Meg's affair.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Karen (Ramona Marquez), Sue (Claire Skinner), Pete (Hugh Dennis), Ben (Daniel Roche), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 1, Episode 6

Five-year-old Karen decides she's had enough of mum's nagging and announces that she's leaving home to go to Spain, or possibly Greenland.

VIVA 10pm (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Jonny Keogh (Ralf Little), Janet (Sheridan Smith), Louise (Kathryn Drysdale), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 4, Episode 5 - Purgatory

Donna finds Gaz's mobile ringing on Janet's table. Janet appears flustered but claims Gaz needed to talk about Donna. Donna feels guilty, believing she's neglected him. When the coast is clear, Gaz emerges, feeling guilty about Janet.

London Live 10pm (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb), Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 2, Episode 1 - Dance Class

A trip to Rainbow Rhythms dance group has some surprising results for Mark, Jez and Sophie.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
50 min version (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 11, Episode 10

The boys and their guests thrash out the hot topics of the week by examining surveys, opinion polls and statistics; from the silly to the serious, from celebrity gossip to world politics. With guests Dr Christian Jessen, Russell Kane, Kimberley Walsh and Josh Widdicombe.

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

Desmond's

Series 6, Episode 11 - When The Cat's Away

A huge wedding takes place in Peckham, which means big business, but Desmond is away...

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
The Sarah Millican Television Programme. Sarah Millican. Copyright: So Television / Chopsy Productions

The Sarah Millican Television Programme

Winter Specials, Highlights Special - The Best Of The Sarah Millican Television Programme Vol. 1

Sarah Millican presents a compilation of series one, two and three of her TV Programme. This week's compilation includes interviews with David Harewood, Kirstie Allsopp, Michael Palin, and a rather ghostly encounter with Paul Hollywood.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
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 45, Episode 1

The popular news quiz returns, with team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop, guest host Stephen Mangan and guest panellists Richard Osman and Baroness Joan Bakewell.

BBC Four 10pm (repeat)
Ripping Yarns. Michael Palin. Copyright: BBC

Ripping Yarns

Series of comic plays written by Pythons Terry Jones and Michael Palin.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm
50 min
Celebrity Juice. Leigh Francis

Celebrity Juice

Series 11, Episode 10

Guests this time are TV presenter Davina McCall, reality star Joey Essex, EastEnders' Natalie Cassidy and Coronation Street's Michelle Keegan.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (repeat)
The IT Crowd. Image shows from L to R: Roy (Chris O'Dowd), Jen (Katherine Parkinson), Moss (Richard Ayoade), Douglas Reynholm (Matt Berry). Copyright: TalkbackThames

The IT Crowd

Series 3, Episode 5 - Friendface

Jen introduces Roy and Moss to a new social networking website, and then finds out why some friendships are best left in the past. Roy does battle with the Joker and Moss asserts his masculinity as Jen's temporary husband.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20pm (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Patsy (Joanna Lumley), Edina (Jennifer Saunders). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 2, Episode 5 - Poor

Edina's ex-husbands have cut off her alimony payments. Saffron and Edina's accountant taker the opportunity to convince her to cut back on the excesses of her lavish lifestyle, and hide the fact that she is independently wealthy.

U&Drama channel logo 10:20pm (repeat)
Auf Wiedersehen, Pet

Auf Wiedersehen, Pet

Comedy drama about a group of builders who flee overseas in search of work.

London Live 10:30pm (repeat)
Spaced. Image shows from L to R: Marsha Klein (Julia Deakin), Mike Watt (Nick Frost), Daisy Steiner (Jessica Hynes), Brian Topp (Mark Heap), Tim Bisley (Simon Pegg), Twist Morgan (Katy Carmichael)

Spaced

Series 1, Episode 7 - Ends

Mike's professional life comes into question as he is interviewed for re-entry to the TA and Tim's love life is equally rocky when he hears from Sarah. He cannot understand why Daisy and Mike aren't happy for him. Daisy finally overcomes a massive writer's bloke and Brian takes Twist out.

BBC Four 10:30pm (repeat)
Some People With Jokes. Copyright: BBC

Some People With Jokes

Series 1, Episode 4 - Some Scousers With Jokes: Volume 1

The people of Liverpool tell their favourite jokes.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:30pm (repeat)
The IT Crowd. Image shows from L to R: Roy (Chris O'Dowd), Jen (Katherine Parkinson), Moss (Richard Ayoade), Douglas Reynholm (Matt Berry). Copyright: TalkbackThames

The IT Crowd

Series 3, Episode 6 - Calendar Geeks

In the final episode of the series, Reynholm Industries are proud to announce their first sexy nude calendar. Enough said, probably.

VIVA 10:40pm (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Jonny Keogh (Ralf Little), Janet (Sheridan Smith), Louise (Kathryn Drysdale), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 4, Episode 6 - Mate Date

Kate hopes she and Jonny didn't keep Janet awake with their noisy lovemaking in her house. Janet loses her temper, apologises and explains that she's nervous - there's a new boss starting at the bakery.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:50pm
50 min version (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 11, Episode 3

Guests Gok Wan, Sarah Millican, Seann Walsh and Amy Childs from The Only Way Is Essex, assist Jon, Jimmy and Sean to thrash out the hot topics of the week.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10:50pm (repeat)
Viral Tap. Image shows from L to R: Matt Richardson, Caroline Flack, Carly Smallman. Copyright: Yalli Productions / Vision Independent Productions

Viral Tap

Episode 3

Caroline Flack, Carly Smallman and Matt Richardson are joined this week by David Morgan and Made in Chelsea's Jamie Laing.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Patsy (Joanna Lumley), Edina (Jennifer Saunders). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 2, Episode 6 - Birth

When Patsy accidentally burns down the kitchen, the sitting room becomes temporary heart of the household. Finding themselves locked in the room all evening, Patsy, Eddy and Saffy are forced to confront their relationships with their mothers.

London Live 11pm (repeat)
Brothers With No Game. Copyright: BWNG

Brothers With No Game

Series 1, Episode 7

Marcus is in a quandary and Dorian puts his foot in it, big time. But when Junior's ex, the love of his life, appears on his doorstep unannounced, the Brothers could be torn apart.

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

Mock The Week

Series 6, Episode 8

With guests Greg Proops and Fred MacAulay.

U&Dave channel logo 11:35pm (repeat)
Dave's One Night Stand. Image shows from L to R: Johnny Vegas, Seymour Mace, Justin Moorhouse. Copyright: Amigo Television / Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Dave's One Night Stand

Series 1, Episode 3 - Johnny Vegas

Johnny Vegas headlines Dave's One Night Stand from his hometown of St. Helen's, supported by Justin Moorhouse and Seymour Mace.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 1, Episode 6 - Men Without Women

Fletcher has been offering his advice to his fellow prisoners on the topic of romance. Letters written home result in a visiting room full of wives and sweethearts, but Fletcher's visitor is his eldest daughter. Should he be following his own advice?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20am (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Karen (Ramona Marquez), Sue (Claire Skinner), Pete (Hugh Dennis), Ben (Daniel Roche), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 1, Episode 5

Ben's on the case again - this time he's got a mystery illness and is far too sick to go to school, or so he says.

VIVA 12:20am (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Jonny Keogh (Ralf Little), Janet (Sheridan Smith), Louise (Kathryn Drysdale), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 4, Episode 5 - Purgatory

Donna finds Gaz's mobile ringing on Janet's table. Janet appears flustered but claims Gaz needed to talk about Donna. Donna feels guilty, believing she's neglected him. When the coast is clear, Gaz emerges, feeling guilty about Janet.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 12:35am (repeat)
The Cruise. Image shows from L to R: Jacky (Jane Horrocks), Andy (Jason Watkins). Copyright: Emu Films

The Cruise

One-off comedy drama starring Jane Horrocks and Jason Watkins as a couple preparing to go away on a holiday cruise.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:40am (repeat)
Spaced. Image shows from L to R: Marsha Klein (Julia Deakin), Mike Watt (Nick Frost), Daisy Steiner (Jessica Hynes), Brian Topp (Mark Heap), Tim Bisley (Simon Pegg), Twist Morgan (Katy Carmichael)

Spaced

Series 2, Episode 2 - Change

After a dramatic outburst about Jar Jar Binks, Tim and Daisy find themselves visiting the Job Centre together. Brian is also struggling with work, which Marsha hints that it could be Twist's fault. Mike finds somewhere to live.

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

Outnumbered

Series 1, Episode 6

Five-year-old Karen decides she's had enough of mum's nagging and announces that she's leaving home to go to Spain, or possibly Greenland.

VIVA 1am (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Jonny Keogh (Ralf Little), Janet (Sheridan Smith), Louise (Kathryn Drysdale), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 4, Episode 6 - Mate Date

Kate hopes she and Jonny didn't keep Janet awake with their noisy lovemaking in her house. Janet loses her temper, apologises and explains that she's nervous - there's a new boss starting at the bakery.

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Spaced. Image shows from L to R: Marsha Klein (Julia Deakin), Mike Watt (Nick Frost), Daisy Steiner (Jessica Hynes), Brian Topp (Mark Heap), Tim Bisley (Simon Pegg), Twist Morgan (Katy Carmichael)

Spaced

Series 2, Episode 3 - Mettle

After several failed attempts at work, Daisy meets her match in boss Tina at a restaurant she is working in. Whilst Daisy finds herself trapped in a bizarre parallel world to One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest, Tim and Mike get stuck in a tense row about Robot Wars. Brian has an accident that also boosts his artistic career.

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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 11 - Schooling

Sharon joins the upper crust and is taken for a ride.

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Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Patsy (Joanna Lumley), Edina (Jennifer Saunders). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 2, Episode 5 - Poor

Edina's ex-husbands have cut off her alimony payments. Saffron and Edina's accountant taker the opportunity to convince her to cut back on the excesses of her lavish lifestyle, and hide the fact that she is independently wealthy.

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Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Patsy (Joanna Lumley), Edina (Jennifer Saunders). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 2, Episode 6 - Birth

When Patsy accidentally burns down the kitchen, the sitting room becomes temporary heart of the household. Finding themselves locked in the room all evening, Patsy, Eddy and Saffy are forced to confront their relationships with their mothers.

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The IT Crowd. Image shows from L to R: Roy (Chris O'Dowd), Jen (Katherine Parkinson), Moss (Richard Ayoade), Douglas Reynholm (Matt Berry). Copyright: TalkbackThames

The IT Crowd

Series 3, Episode 5 - Friendface

Jen introduces Roy and Moss to a new social networking website, and then finds out why some friendships are best left in the past. Roy does battle with the Joker and Moss asserts his masculinity as Jen's temporary husband.

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Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Andy Parsons, Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Russell Howard, Frankie Boyle. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 6, Episode 8

With guests Greg Proops and Fred MacAulay.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 2:25am (repeat)
The IT Crowd. Image shows from L to R: Roy (Chris O'Dowd), Jen (Katherine Parkinson), Moss (Richard Ayoade), Douglas Reynholm (Matt Berry). Copyright: TalkbackThames

The IT Crowd

Series 3, Episode 6 - Calendar Geeks

In the final episode of the series, Reynholm Industries are proud to announce their first sexy nude calendar. Enough said, probably.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:30am (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 4, Episode 4 - Warm Champagne

The Meldrews are back from holiday and Victor's luck - and temper - is worse than ever. Margaret can take no more of their existence and decides to embark on a reckless adventure that could change both her own and Victor's lives forever.

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Dave's One Night Stand. Image shows from L to R: Johnny Vegas, Seymour Mace, Justin Moorhouse. Copyright: Amigo Television / Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Dave's One Night Stand

Series 1, Episode 3 - Johnny Vegas

Johnny Vegas headlines Dave's One Night Stand from his hometown of St. Helen's, supported by Justin Moorhouse and Seymour Mace.

Comedy Central Extra 3:30am (repeat)
Dirty Sexy Funny: Olivia Lee. Olivia Lee. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Dirty Sexy Funny: Olivia Lee

A hidden camera prank show for Comedy Central starring Olivia Lee. Features stunts, scripted sketches and setups.

U&Drama channel logo 3:40am (repeat)
Auf Wiedersehen, Pet

Auf Wiedersehen, Pet

Comedy drama about a group of builders who flee overseas in search of work.

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