British Comedy Guide

Television

TV schedule Friday 13th March 2015

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (repeat)
French Fields. Image shows from L to R: William Fields (Anton Rodgers), Hester Fields (Julia McKenzie). Copyright: Thames Television

French Fields

Series 1, Episode 2 - William The Conquered

Despite already living 300 miles from her parents in Cockermouth, Emma doesn't take kindly to the news that her childhood home is to be sold. As William and Hester to and fro over such a life-changing decision, estate agent Chantal calls with a suggestion: renting is far less final a move.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:50am (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.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 8:05am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 2, Episode 12 - Caught In The Act, Fact

Terry helps out an old friend and is in danger of being run in by the law - not once, but twice. Meanwhile, Arthur is up to something particularly fishy.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:25am
15 min
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 15 - Covering

The Twirlywoos see a tablecloth covering a table and decide to cover some things of their own. Back in the Boat everyone gets covered in spots! How will they get rid of them?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:30am (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 5, Episode 4

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

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9:40am (repeat)
Dani's Castle. Image shows from L to R: Esme (Jordan Brown), Kait (Shannon Flynn), Dani (Dani Harmer). Copyright: The Foundation

Dani's Castle

Series 1, Episode 2 - City Boy

Jimmy discovers things in the country are not as simple as he thinks. Dani gets some dance training for the annual Bogmoor Ball.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20am (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 7, Episode 3 - The New Neighbours

When the new next-door neighbours - a Mr and Mrs Duncan - move in, Jean undertakes some strategic snooping to find out what they are like.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11am (repeat)
Yes Minister. Image shows from L to R: James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne), Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds). Copyright: BBC

Yes Minister

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Official Visit

The President of tiny African nation Buranda - formerly a British colony - is overthrown in a coup d'état just days before he is due to visit the United Kingdom. Jim's determined that the new President should fulfill the plans, but Humphrey is less than enthused.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11am (repeat)
Those Magnificent Men In Their Flying Machines. Image shows left to right: Sir Percy Ware-Armitage (Terry-Thomas), Courtney (Eric Sykes). Credit: 20th Century Fox

Those Magnificent Men In Their Flying Machines

Period comedy. Newspaper publisher Lord Rawnsley establishes a London-to-Paris flying challenge with a huge cash prize.

CITV 11:30am (repeat)
Sooty. Richard (Richard Cadell). Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 19 - It's A Dog's Life

It's Mr. Slater's annual dog show, and Sooty is determined that Sweep will win the grand prize. But will he be brave enough to attempt the Doggie Assault Course? Guest starring The Krankies.

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 22, Episode 2 - The Art Of The Shorts Story

Howard panics when Pearl asks him why one of his undergarments is missing.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12pm (repeat)
Hacker Time. Copyright: BBC

Hacker Time

Series 2, Episode 2 - Sue Barker

Hacker T Dog is joined by the Queen of Sport, Sue Barker in a sport-tastic Hacker Time. Also featuring new crime drama, Sherlock Bones, a dancing lemon and Hacker's pick of the funniest Howlers from around the world.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:25pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

The 2005 Specials, Christmas Special - ...And I'll Cry If I Want To

This year's Harper family Christmas looks like being even more fearsome than usual for Ben, as Susan is giving grandson Kenzo a third birthday party to remember.

CITV 12:30pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 11 - Flat Pack

Mr Bean is in need of a sturdy new bookcase and sets off to visit a furniture warehouse. He finds one that is perfect, but is outraged when he is told he has to build the bookcase himself! Bean is unfamiliar with flat pack assembly and struggles to construct his new bookcase, failing miserably when he discovers he is one screw short. Mr Bean heads back to the shop only to find it is closed!

CITV 12:45pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 14 - The Sofa

The sofa's springs explode under Mr Bean. Can he afford to buy a new sofa? Or will relaxing in front of the telly be a thing of the past?

U&Drama channel logo 1pm (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 2, Episode 7

Lesley's job isn't working out - and Lionel can't resist interfering. Jacko makes a decision that will change his life, and family and friends gather for a great occasion.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 1pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 2, Episode 12 - Caught In The Act, Fact

Terry helps out an old friend and is in danger of being run in by the law - not once, but twice. Meanwhile, Arthur is up to something particularly fishy.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:25pm (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 15 - Covering

The Twirlywoos see a tablecloth covering a table and decide to cover some things of their own. Back in the Boat everyone gets covered in spots! How will they get rid of them?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:30pm (repeat)
Dani's Castle. Image shows from L to R: Esme (Jordan Brown), Kait (Shannon Flynn), Dani (Dani Harmer). Copyright: The Foundation

Dani's Castle

Series 1, Episode 2 - City Boy

Jimmy discovers things in the country are not as simple as he thinks. Dani gets some dance training for the annual Bogmoor Ball.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:35pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 5, Episode 3

Richard forgets his wedding anniversary but saves the day by alarming Hyacinth.

U&Drama channel logo 1:40pm (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 7 - In Harm's Way

Bob is once again in plaster after putting his foot through the ceiling during Terry's DIY adventure. He feels he'll be safe from Terry's influence in the Out Patients department at the hospital. But who is that strange masked character who keeps aggravating his strained ligaments?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:15pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 5, Episode 4

Holding a riverside picnic seems like a good idea but Hyacinth's arrangements don't go quite as she planned.

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 5, Episode 9 - East Side Story

Tracey is worried that her son Garth is missing out on life. Meanwhile, Sharon has planned an evening out with Tracey and Dorien, but Dorien has agreed to babysit her teenage neice, Rosa. They decide to leave Rosa and Garth together while they go out, but when they are away, romance blossoms.

The Africa Channel 2:30pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 6, Episode 12 - Sign Of The Times

Desmond has ordered a neon sign for the shop and Lee has got it for him at a bargain price.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3pm (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 7, Episode 3 - The New Neighbours

When the new next-door neighbours - a Mr and Mrs Duncan - move in, Jean undertakes some strategic snooping to find out what they are like.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 4, Episode 15 - Wildlife Watch

A film crew arrives to record a rare bird nesting at Mossybottom Farm. The Farmer is delighted by all the attention, but when a cameraman films the flock enjoying a game of cricket, drastic action is needed.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:40pm (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 22, Episode 2 - The Art Of The Shorts Story

Howard panics when Pearl asks him why one of his undergarments is missing.

BBC Two 3:45pm (repeat)
Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em. Frank Spencer (Michael Crawford). Credit: BBC

Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em

Series 2, Episode 3 - The Public Relations Course

Frank takes part in a Public Relations course.

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

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 12 - Holiday For Teddy

Mr Bean decides to take Teddy on holiday to the seaside. When he arrives at his hotel a spoilt little girl wants Teddy all to herself. Her protective dad only wants the best for his little princess. A tussle ensues, resulting in a chase across town on to the pier. No one comes between Mr Bean, Teddy and their relaxing holiday!

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:15pm (repeat)
French Fields. Image shows from L to R: William Fields (Anton Rodgers), Hester Fields (Julia McKenzie). Copyright: Thames Television

French Fields

Series 1, Episode 3 - A Moving Experience

William's got it all planned out to the last detail - if only the gas man, removal man, electricity man, bed delivery man, estate agent or bed collection man would arrive as planned! Moving out soon becomes a far more hectic and complex experience than they could have possibly imagined. And then Hester manages to mis-pack the passports!

BBC Two 4:15pm (repeat)
Three Up, Two Down. Image shows from L to R: Angie Tyler (Lysette Anthony), Nick Tyler (Ray Burdis), Sam Tyler (Michael Elphick), Daphne Trenchard (Angela Thorne). Copyright: BBC

Three Up, Two Down

Series 3, Episode 2 - One Flew Over The Perimeter Fence

Daphne prepares for the Major's appointment at the police station, blissfully unaware of Sam's appointment at the zoo.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:20pm (repeat)
Yes Minister. Image shows from L to R: James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne), Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds). Copyright: BBC

Yes Minister

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Official Visit

The President of tiny African nation Buranda - formerly a British colony - is overthrown in a coup d'état just days before he is due to visit the United Kingdom. Jim's determined that the new President should fulfill the plans, but Humphrey is less than enthused.

CITV 4:30pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 51 - Treasure!

In a dark and cobwebby corner of his attic, Mr Bean finds a treasure map. But tricky clues lead Bean up the chimney, round the bend, down the garden path, up the blinking wall and nearly all the way to Australia!

BBC Two 4:45pm (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Image shows from L to R: Ted Bovis (Paul Shane), Spike Dixon (Jeffrey Holland). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 5, Episode 2 - Ted At The Helm

Ted is now convinced that he is to become the new Camp Entertainments Manager. This feeling is reinforced by the fact that he has been summoned to Head Office.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:50pm (repeat)
Rising Damp. Rupert Rigsby (Leonard Rossiter). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

Rising Damp

Series 3, Episode 6 - The Cocktail Hour

Alan's getting more serious about Caroline, but her parents are well-to-do and Rigsby's far from convinced that the young scruff could possibly make the relationship work. Especially when he's not invited to a party in his own house...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5pm (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, Episode 2 - Healthy Competition

Rodney has become disillusioned with being Del's look-out, and announces his intention to set up business with Mickey Pearce.

The Africa Channel 5pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 6, Episode 12 - Sign Of The Times

Desmond has ordered a neon sign for the shop and Lee has got it for him at a bargain price.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5pm
30 min
The Dog Ate My Homework. Iain Stirling. Copyright: BBC

The Dog Ate My Homework

Series 2, Episode 7

The team captains are joined by Eastenders actor Sam Strike, CBBC's Wizards vs Aliens actor Percelle Ascott and comedians and presenters Susan Calman and Dan Wright.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:15pm (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.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:20pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Olive (Anna Karen). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 7, Episode 4 - The Poster

Luxton & District announces a staff competition to find the face of the perfect bus conductor for a new promotional advertising campaign. With a £100 prize for the chosen busman Stan is keen to win - and Blakey's keen to fire him!

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:30pm (repeat)
Boj. Copyright: Pesky Productions

Boj

Episode 39 - The Giggly Dig

Boj digs up Mr Cloppity's old time capsule. Now his buddies want their own to bury. When they miss their buried treasures, Boj finds one thing they can all bury together.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:40pm (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, Episode 4 - Yesterday Never Comes

When Del acquires a piece of furniture he believes it to be valuable, and when upper-class Miranda answers his newspaper advert for it, he thinks he's gone 'up-market'. But can she really have been wooed by his charm, or is it something more commercial?

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (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 2, Episode 7

Lesley's job isn't working out - and Lionel can't resist interfering. Jacko makes a decision that will change his life, and family and friends gather for a great occasion.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:20pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Roger Bailey Jr. (Keiron Self), Janey Harper (Daniela Denby-Ashe), Kenzo Harper (Tayler Marshall), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker), Michael Harper (Gabriel Thomson), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay), Abi Harper (Siobhan Hayes). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 7, Episode 1 - The Ego Has Landed

An unusual request from a couple whom Susan and Ben met on holiday leads to chaos in the Harper household, and Susan finally discovers who Kenzo's father is.

U&Drama channel logo 6:40pm (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 7 - In Harm's Way

Bob is once again in plaster after putting his foot through the ceiling during Terry's DIY adventure. He feels he'll be safe from Terry's influence in the Out Patients department at the hospital. But who is that strange masked character who keeps aggravating his strained ligaments?

U&Yesterday channel logo 7pm
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 41, Episode 4

Alexander Armstrong hosts, with guest panellists Ross Noble and Victoria Coren.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Roger Bailey Jr. (Keiron Self), Janey Harper (Daniela Denby-Ashe), Kenzo Harper (Tayler Marshall), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker), Michael Harper (Gabriel Thomson), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay), Abi Harper (Siobhan Hayes). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 7, Episode 2 - Four Affairs And A Funeral

A death in the dentist's chair is not very good for business, but, as Ben discovers, it isn't very good for your private life either.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 7pm
480 min
Comic Relief. Copyright: BBC

Comic Relief

Episode 15 - Comic Relief - Face The Funny (2015)

The biennial comedy and fundraising event comes live from the London Palladium.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 7pm
Comic Relief. Copyright: BBC

Comic Relief - Face The Funny

The massive biennial comedy and fundraising event comes live from the London Palladium, broadcasting on BBC One until 1am.

Lenny Henry and Davina McCall kick off the evening with a brand new Mr. Bean sketch starring Rowan Atkinson alongside guest stars Ben Miller and Rebecca Front.

There is also the culmination of Dermot O'Leary's 24 hours of non-stop dance and the announcement of the winner of The People's Strictly with Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly.

David Walliams then joins Davina to present a special instalment of The Vicar of Dibley, which sees Geraldine finding herself in the frame to be the next female bishop and facing stiff competition from some very famous faces.

The final of The Great Comic Relief Bake Off is on BBC Two at 10pm.

The fundraising spectacular continues on BBC One from 10:40pm, with stars including Claudia Winkleman and Sarah Millican.

There is also sketch comedy from Stephen Fry, Miranda Hart, Sheridan Smith and a horde of other national treasures.

As Comic Relief heads late into the night the comedy gets edgier, with performances from Russell Brand, Doc Brown and Trevor Noah. And finally, a live sketch from Cardinal Burns takes viewers through to the night's conclusion as the fundraising total is revealed.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 7:09pm
7 min
Mr. Bean. Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson)

Mr. Bean

Comic Relief Special - Funeral

Mr Bean returns to Red Nose Day for the first time in eight years. This time he's joined by actors Ben Miller and Rebecca Front for a sketch strewn with twists, turns and complications.

U&Drama channel logo 7:20pm (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 31, Episode 6 - The Very Last Of The Summer Wine: How Not To Cry At Weddings

Everyone arrives at the pub for the wedding, but Glenda receives a call to say the bridegroom has done a runner.

Comedy Central 7:30pm (repeat)
I Live With Models. Image shows from L to R: Enrique (Eric Aragon), Scarlet (Brianne Howey), Tommy (David Hoffman), Anna (Rebecca Reid). Copyright: Roughcut Television

I Live With Models

Series 1, Episode 3 - Pool Buddies

When Tommy's best friend Seth dumps him as a pool partner, Enrique tries to help him win the tournament. Scarlet plans to meet an unorthodox photographer, but goes to the wrong address. And Anna can't wait for her birthday present from her rich boyfriend.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Karen (Ramona Marquez), Sue (Claire Skinner), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey), Pete (Hugh Dennis), Ben (Daniel Roche). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 3, Episode 4

Dad is suffering from a terrible hangover, and it seems worse as he struggles against the issues of his family.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 8:18pm
9 min
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Jim Trott (Trevor Peacock), Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French), Hugo Horton (James Fleet). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Comic Relief 2015, Comic Relief Special - The Bishop Of Dibley

The nation's much loved female vicar is back as Dawn French returns to screens as Geraldine Granger, campaigning for the role of the next female Bishop - but she soon realises she has some stiff competition from a host of top secret but well-known faces.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Karen (Ramona Marquez), Sue (Claire Skinner), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey), Pete (Hugh Dennis), Ben (Daniel Roche). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 3, Episode 5

The last time Mum's sister Auntie Angela came to visit, it all ended in disaster. Now she is back to show off the American therapist she has married.

U&Yesterday channel logo 9pm (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

A selection of episodes from the fifth series of the sitcom starring Geoffrey Palmer and Judi Dench.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Porridge: Inside Out. Image shows from L to R: Tony Osoba, Sam Kelly, Christopher Biggins. Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Porridge: Inside Out

Episode 1 - Sent Down

First of a three-part special giving a fascinating insight into one of the most-loved sitcoms of all time, with help from the show's creators, Clement and La Frenais.

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Image shows from L to R: Roisin Conaty, Sean Lock, Rachel Riley, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson, Susie Dent, David O'Doherty, Jonathan Ross. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 3 (Channel 4: Series 4), Episode 5

Jimmy Carr, Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by Jo Brand and Claudia Winkleman. Bill Bailey joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Joe Wilkinson 'helps' Rachel Riley provide the letters and numbers.

London Live 9pm (repeat)
The New Statesman. Alan B'Stard MP (Rik Mayall). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Yorkshire Television

The New Statesman

Series 4, Episode 1 - Back From The Mort

After three years in a Russian gulag, Alan's back and bad as ever. He's lost his seat, his businesses are ruined, and Sarah's taken up with a ghastly foreigner. But he's not all too phased...

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

Not Going Out

Series 5, Episode 5 - Examination

Lucy finds herself working on a Government initiative encouraging men to regularly check themselves for lumps. Eager to please Lucy, Lee follows the campaign's advice and discovers something he wasn't expecting.

BBC Three 9pm (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 9, Episode 3

Russell looks at more Ebola reaction, Ed Miliband's terrible week, Michael Jackson and British sperm.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm
60 min
Stella. Image shows from L to R: Stella (Ruth Jones), Michael Jackson (Patrick Baladi). Copyright: Tidy Productions

Stella

Series 4, Episode 6

While Stella struggles to move on from Michael, Celia receives a blast from the past. Aunty Brenda's political campaign hits an unexpected snag, too.

London Live 9:30pm (repeat)
The New Statesman. Alan B'Stard MP (Rik Mayall). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Yorkshire Television

The New Statesman

Series 4, Episode 2 - H*A*S*H

Now working as a high-class prostitute to the Brussels elite, it's not long before Alan has a plan for Sarah. Piers, meanwhile, is under extreme pressure in his new job as an EU commissioner, and working on drugs laws.

BBC Three 9:30pm (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 9, Episode 4

Russell looks at Obama getting beat in the US mid term elections, the John Lewis Christmas advert and The Matrix... with chickens...

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

Not Going Out

Series 5, Episode 6 - Drunk

After Lucy suffers a mild indiscretion whilst drunk and claims to have no memory of the event, she and Lee embark on an experiment with a bottle of home-made potato hooch to prove once and for all that you can remember what happens when you're mashed.

BBC Three 9:43pm
3 min
Little Britain. Image shows from L to R: David Walliams, Matt Lucas, The Prime Minister (Anthony Head)

Little Britain

Comic Relief 2015, Comic Relief Special

Lou has a new, far more intellectual patient to take care of: Professor Stephen Hawking. Catherine Tate also features].

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Christmas Special - The Desperate Hours

Hauled in front of the governor after being caught with illicit Christmas booze, Fletcher and Godber become embroiled in Urwin's escape bid as he holds Mr Barrowclough and the governor's secretary hostage.

London Live 10pm (repeat)
Da Ali G Show. Ali G (Sacha Baron Cohen)

Da Ali G Show

A selection of three episodes of Sacha Baron Cohen's comic creation.

TNT Sports 1 logo 10pm
60 min
The Football's On. Copyright: BT Sport

The Football's On

Series 2, Episode 31

Ian Stone is joined by David Baddiel and Ian Moore.

U&Dave channel logo 10:20pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Russell Howard, Dara O Briain, Hugh Dennis, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 8, Episode 2

Dara O'Briain, Hugh Dennis, Russell Howard and Andy Parsons unleash mock and awe on another week with the help of guests Sarah Millican, John Bishop and Chris Addison.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
The Trip. Image shows from L to R: Steve (Steve Coogan), Rob (Rob Brydon). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions / Arbie

The Trip

The Trip, Episode 3 - Holbeck Ghyll

Steve and Rob stay at Coleridge's old home, Greta Hall, in Keswick. They visit Dove Cottage and lunch at Holbeck Ghyll.

U&Dave channel logo 11:05pm (repeat)
QI. Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series A, Episode 2 - Astronomy

With Bill Bailey, Rich Hall and Jeremy Hardy.

U&Drama channel logo 11:20pm (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 9 - East Side Story

Tracey is worried that her son Garth is missing out on life. Meanwhile, Sharon has planned an evening out with Tracey and Dorien, but Dorien has agreed to babysit her teenage neice, Rosa. They decide to leave Rosa and Garth together while they go out, but when they are away, romance blossoms.

London Live 11:30pm (repeat)
Drop The Dead Donkey. Image shows from L to R: Henry Davenport (David Swift), George Dent (Jeff Rawle), Helen Cooper (Ingrid Lacey), Sally Smedley (Victoria Wicks), Damien Day (Stephen Tompkinson), Gus Hedges (Robert Duncan), Joy Merryweather (Susannah Doyle). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Drop The Dead Donkey

Series 2, Episode 5 - Drunk Minister

Sitcom set at GlobeLink News, a TV news station which is ordered to start taking a sensationalist stance to the news by its new owner.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40pm (repeat)
Human Remains. Image shows left to right: Flick (Julia Davis), Peter (Rob Brydon)

Human Remains

Black comedy series in which Rob Brydon and Julia Davis play various characters.

U&Dave channel logo 11:45pm (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 4, Episode 6

The guests this week are Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall, Rufus Hound, Miranda Hart and Welsh funny man Rhod Gilbert.

U&Drama channel logo Midnight (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.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation Midnight (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 4

The teams are joined by guests Mel Giedroyc, Johnny Vegas, Aisling Bea and Kym Marsh.

London Live Midnight (repeat)
Drop The Dead Donkey. Image shows from L to R: Henry Davenport (David Swift), George Dent (Jeff Rawle), Helen Cooper (Ingrid Lacey), Sally Smedley (Victoria Wicks), Damien Day (Stephen Tompkinson), Gus Hedges (Robert Duncan), Joy Merryweather (Susannah Doyle). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Drop The Dead Donkey

Series 2, Episode 6 - Alex and the Interpreter

Sitcom set at GlobeLink News, a TV news station which is ordered to start taking a sensationalist stance to the news by its new owner.

Comedy Central Extra Midnight (repeat)
I Live With Models. Image shows from L to R: Enrique (Eric Aragon), Scarlet (Brianne Howey), Tommy (David Hoffman), Anna (Rebecca Reid). Copyright: Roughcut Television

I Live With Models

Series 1, Episode 3 - Pool Buddies

When Tommy's best friend Seth dumps him as a pool partner, Enrique tries to help him win the tournament. Scarlet plans to meet an unorthodox photographer, but goes to the wrong address. And Anna can't wait for her birthday present from her rich boyfriend.

ITV Encore 12:05am (repeat)
Cold Feet. Image shows from L to R: Pete Gifford (John Thomson), Karen Marsden (Hermione Norris), David Marsden (Robert Bathurst), Jenny Gifford (Fay Ripley), Adam Williams (James Nesbitt)

Cold Feet

Comedy drama about three couples experiencing the ups-and-downs of romance.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20am (repeat)
Dr Terrible's House Of Horrible. Dr Terrible (Steve Coogan)

Dr Terrible's House Of Horrible

Series of chilling comedy tales paying homage to classic British horror films, starring Steve Coogan.

U&Dave channel logo 12:25am (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Jimmy Carr, Dave Spikey, Sean Lock. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 1, Episode 10

With Vic Reeves, Alan Carr and Frankie Boyle and GMTV newsreader Kate Garraway.

London Live 12:30am (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 1 - Beginnings

Daisy stumbles upon Tim (thinking he's a drug dealer) when they are both flat hunting. After finding a great place that specifies "professional couples only", they decide to pretend to be a couple. They move into Marsha's house and meet Brian.

U&Drama channel logo 12:35am (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 Three 12:35am (repeat)
Uncle. Image shows from L to R: Frank (Keith Allen), Errol (Elliot Speller-Gillott), Andy (Nick Helm). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Uncle

Series 2, Episode 5

Andy's desperate for cash to pay his rent, so when he hears his estranged Uncle Frank is dying, he thinks it's his chance to get written in to his will. Without Sam's knowledge, Andy takes Errol to Frank's cabin for an unforgettable family reunion.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:50am (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 7

Fern Brady, Phil Spencer, Henning Wehn and Carol Vorderman join Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson and Sean Lock to look at the what people have been talking about this week.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1am (repeat)
Getting On. Image shows from L to R: Nurse Kim Wilde (Jo Brand), Doctor Pippa Moore (Vicki Pepperdine), Hilary Loftus (Ricky Grover), Sister Den Flixter (Joanna Scanlan). Copyright: Vera Productions

Getting On

Series 2, Episode 2

While Den and Matron Hilary Loftus are flirting behind closed doors, an incident on the ward triggers the blame game. Meanwhile, Pippa receives good news about her faecal forum paper, and the arrival of consultant Peter Healy further lightens her mood.

London Live 1am (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 2 - Gatherings

Daisy decides that they should have a housewarming (anything to avoid tidying up or work). However, despite her aspirations of a party full of writers, artists and other media types, she is only able to find the paperboy. Tim, Mike, Daisy, Twist and Brian all feel old when they compare themselves to Amber. Brian discovers a big secret about the couple.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 1am
Greg James

Comic Relief - Making It Funny For Money

Greg James takes viewers later into the night with an hour-long celebrity-packed extravaganza which gives a behind-the-scenes look at how the legendary night of TV comes together, featuring exclusive interviews from the star-studded cast of thousands who've made this year's show such a success. David Walliams shares his experience of filming with the legendary Professor Stephen Hawking for Little Britain, Stephen Fry gives us the lowdown on being a national treasure, Ben Miller reveals all about the return of Mr. Bean, and there's much more Red Nose Day gossip to fuel the fundraising and even more laughter.

BBC Three 1:05am (repeat)
Bluestone 42. Ellen (Laura Aikman). Copyright: BBC

Bluestone 42

Series 3, Episode 1

We re-join Bluestone 42 after an IED explosion has hit their transport... not all of them come out of the vehicle unscathed.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:30am (repeat)
The Trip. Image shows from L to R: Steve (Steve Coogan), Rob (Rob Brydon). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions / Arbie

The Trip

The Trip, Episode 3 - Holbeck Ghyll

Steve and Rob stay at Coleridge's old home, Greta Hall, in Keswick. They visit Dove Cottage and lunch at Holbeck Ghyll.

U&Dave channel logo 1:55am (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Russell Howard, Dara O Briain, Hugh Dennis, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 8, Episode 2

Dara O'Briain, Hugh Dennis, Russell Howard and Andy Parsons unleash mock and awe on another week with the help of guests Sarah Millican, John Bishop and Chris Addison.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2am (repeat)
Human Remains. Image shows left to right: Flick (Julia Davis), Peter (Rob Brydon)

Human Remains

Black comedy series in which Rob Brydon and Julia Davis play various characters.

Comedy Central 2am
30 min
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 3, Episode 19

Lloyd Langford tells the tale of a Welshman and a shark, Ben Norris has triplets, Matt Forde talks politics, and Tom Wrigglesworth steals from supermarkets.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:30am (repeat)
Dr Terrible's House Of Horrible. Dr Terrible (Steve Coogan)

Dr Terrible's House Of Horrible

Series of chilling comedy tales paying homage to classic British horror films, starring Steve Coogan.

BBC Three 2:30am (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 9, Episode 3

Russell looks at more Ebola reaction, Ed Miliband's terrible week, Michael Jackson and British sperm.

U&Dave channel logo 2:35am (repeat)
Live At The Electric. Russell Kane. Copyright: Avalon Television

Live At The Electric

Series 1, Episode 6

Joe Wilkinson tries his hand at martial arts; Hari Kondabolu gives his all-American views on famous Brits; there's some bad news for Jigsaw's Dan Antopolski; and Wittank cross paths with unexpected results.

BBC Three 3am (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 9, Episode 4

Russell looks at Obama getting beat in the US mid term elections, the John Lewis Christmas advert and The Matrix... with chickens...

U&Dave channel logo 3:05am (repeat)
Dara O Briain: School Of Hard Sums. Dara O Briain

Dara O Briain: School Of Hard Sums

Series 1, Episode 8

Dara O'Briain, Oxford University maths professor Marcus du Sautoy and comedy guest Andi Osho test their mathematical nous one final time in the last episode of the series.

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.

BBC Three 3:30am (repeat)
Uncle. Image shows from L to R: Frank (Keith Allen), Errol (Elliot Speller-Gillott), Andy (Nick Helm). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Uncle

Series 2, Episode 5

Andy's desperate for cash to pay his rent, so when he hears his estranged Uncle Frank is dying, he thinks it's his chance to get written in to his will. Without Sam's knowledge, Andy takes Errol to Frank's cabin for an unforgettable family reunion.

TNT Sports 1 logo 4am (repeat)
The Football's On. Copyright: BT Sport

The Football's On

Series 2, Episode 31

Ian Stone is joined by David Baddiel and Ian Moore.

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