Television
TV schedule Wednesday 18th March 2015
French Fields
Series 1, Episode 5 - Who's Been Eating My Porridge?Still none-too-keen on the idea of William returning for lunch each day, Hester's determined to send him to the office with sandwiches. Meanwhile, back at the house, Madame Remoleux is proving worse than useless, but Hester's determined to serve up a proper English meal for a dinner party.
Yes Minister
Series 1, Episode 5 - The Writing On The WallJim's latest drive to slim down the Civil Service has won favour with both the PM and Cabinet colleagues, but Sir Humphrey is bitterly opposed to the plans. However, the pair are forced to put the disagreement aside when it becomes apparent that they could both be adversely affected.
As Time Goes By
Series 7, Episode 6 - The Old Folks' PartyJean has been helping out in the local Help The Aged charity shop, but Lionel is reluctant to part with his belongings. She soon has a much more practical idea to help.
Minder
Series 3, Episode 1 - Dead Men Do Tell TalesTerry gets another dead-end job when Arthur agrees to look after a coffin. What is really in it?
Twirlywoos
Series 1, Episode 18 - SoftThe Twirlywoos meet a soft and fluffy cat. Back in the Boat the Box brings them a soft surprise.
Dani's Castle
Series 1, Episode 5 - Lying GameEsme suffers a crisis of confidence in her scare-abilty. Gabe's addiction to a ghostly book causes Dani to do something rash. Can anyone tell the truth? Honestly!
4 O'Clock Files
Episode 3 - RulesMr Bell is keen to emphasise school discipline in his latest video, but the pupils are more interested in the unwritten school rules by which they live their lives.
The Two Ronnies
Series 5, Episode 6Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.
Please Sir!
Movie spin-off from the popular TV sitcom, in which teacher Bernard Hedges takes troublesome class 5C to a holiday camp.
My Family
Series 7, Episode 5 - Susan Of TroyMichael succeeds in placing the whole family on The Weakest Link, but Anne Robinson is about to raise more difficult questions than expected.
Sooty
Series 2, Episode 22 - Wacky WashingSooty and the gang are running Mr Slater's laundrette! But when Sweep confuses red paint with washing powder, he's left in a bit of a spin. Will the football kit be clean in time for the match?
My Family
Series 7, Episode 6 - One Of The BoysRoger's mother visits London to meet future daughter-in-law, Abi. Meanwhile an old drinking mate from Ben's youth has changed much more than he had expected.
Hacker Time
Series 4, Episode 3 - Deborah MeadenChat, music and comedy from Hacker T Dog and another tune from the Quarter Past Four O'Clock Club. Also, Hacker hopes Dragons' Den star Deborah Meaden will invest her time and effort in his flea-ridden ideas.
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 1 - Home MovieBean attempts to make his own home movie - a horror thriller with Mrs Wicket as the star!
The Thin Blue Line
Series 1, Christmas Special - Yuletide SpiritGrim is on the search for a group of dangerous carol singers, and the politics of Christmas workplace gift-giving throw the station into disarray when Goody buys Maggie some sexy lingerie. Fowler, meanwhile, has am-dram panto on his mind...
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 29 - CampingAn old photo album causes Bean to reminisce about summers at Scout camp as a boy, and sets him planning a night under the stars with Teddy. Purchasing a tent proves a problem, but nothing is going to stop him having a good time - even if he has to get the garden shed over the roof of his house.
Brush Strokes
Series 3, Episode 3Jacko and Sandra have amicably decided to call off their wedding plans, but Lionel cannot believe that it was a mutual decision. In his eyes, it's all Jacko's fault.
The Thin Blue Line
Series 2, Episode 1 - Court In The ActFowler is pleased to get his name mentioned in the local paper following the successful raid by CID on the home of drugs dealer Harry the Spike. Harry has a good defence counsel however and Fowler is nervous of meeting him.
Dani's Castle
Series 1, Episode 5 - Lying GameEsme suffers a crisis of confidence in her scare-abilty. Gabe's addiction to a ghostly book causes Dani to do something rash. Can anyone tell the truth? Honestly!
Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?
Series 2, Episode 10 - Between OurselvesWhile Thelma is still at her mother's, Bob has not been eating. He is also regretting having Terry stay with him as he's messy, lazy and causing his neighbours to talk. Bob writes a letter to Thelma that Terry tries to deliver at the library but even that is doomed to failure it seems.
4 O'Clock Files
Episode 3 - RulesMr Bell is keen to emphasise school discipline in his latest video, but the pupils are more interested in the unwritten school rules by which they live their lives.
As Time Goes By
Series 7, Episode 6 - The Old Folks' PartyJean has been helping out in the local Help The Aged charity shop, but Lionel is reluctant to part with his belongings. She soon has a much more practical idea to help.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 5, Episode 12 - All Gone Pear ShapedSharon is still in love with her boyfriend, Colin, and she plucks up the courage to tell her husband. However, she refrains from telling him that Colin is a policeman.
Desmond's
Series 1, Episode 3 - Expansion PlansLooking to improve the shop's efficiency and profits, Michael hires a junior stylist. At first, Desmond doesn't take too kindly to what he sees as his "replacement" - but perhaps the young man isn't too bad, really.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 22, Episode 5 - Enter The HawkBilly Hardcastle finds that having a friend with a powerful pinstriped suit is adventurous enough.
The Million Pound Note
Comedy film about a penniless man who is given a million pound note and instructed to live on it for a month without spending any of it.
Yes Minister
Series 1, Episode 5 - The Writing On The WallJim's latest drive to slim down the Civil Service has won favour with both the PM and Cabinet colleagues, but Sir Humphrey is bitterly opposed to the plans. However, the pair are forced to put the disagreement aside when it becomes apparent that they could both be adversely affected.
Boj
Episode 43 - Happy HarvestersBoj's buddies are off to Mr Cloppity's allotment to harvest their vegetables. When they discover a cheeky slug has eaten them, Boj finds something else for his buddies to harvest!
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 2 - Fish SittingMr Bean has to look after Mrs Wicket's goldfish, but Scrapper the cat is keen to help.
French Fields
Series 1, Episode 6 - Le Week-EndFinally! The weekend! Hester's delighted to be expecting to welcome Emma, Peter and 'baby' Guy; but William's more concerned with his golf prospects, and the fate of his beloved suede shoes in the hands of Madame Remoleux. If that wasn't enough to contend with, there's a must-attend banquet in the town.
Three Up, Two Down
Series 3, Episode 6 - Come Sail With MeDaphne's fears are confirmed when a trip to the coast finds her all at sea with Sam.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 30 - Chocks AwayWhen his model aeroplane is blown out of the sky by a rival kid's, Mr Bean sets his sights on revenge. Next day, his newly-constructed fighter plane is almost ready for take-off. But it lacks a vital part - and the model shop is shut! No matter, it is chocks away with Teddy at the controls, fighting for airspace over London N10.
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 6, Episode 2 - Who Killed Mr Partridge?Following the discovery of Mr Partridge's dead body in the swimming pool, the Entertainments Staff are forced to ask themselves 'Whodunit?'.
Rising Damp
Series 4, Episode 2 - Fire And BrimstoneSince Alan moved out, there's a spare bed in Philip's room, and Rigsby has no intentions of keeping it empty. However, his plans to prey on the missionary instincts of a religious man backfire when he begins to convert Miss Jones!
Only Fools And Horses
Series 3, Episode 6 - WantedRodney's kindly nature gets him into trouble when he tries to help a drunk lady on the way home from the pub. When she screams for help he legs it home. Del, knowing of the woman's reputation, plays on Rodney's fears, but his joke backfires when Rodney goes on the run!
Desmond's
Series 1, Episode 3 - Expansion PlansLooking to improve the shop's efficiency and profits, Michael hires a junior stylist. At first, Desmond doesn't take too kindly to what he sees as his "replacement" - but perhaps the young man isn't too bad, really.
4 O'Clock Club
Series 4, Episode 8 - NetballNero and the gang find themselves playing netball against a team of girls.
On The Buses
Series 7, Episode 8 - Hot WaterNow that Stan's left home, Blakey moves in as Mum and Olive's lodger. Unfortunately his meddling quickly puts an end to the immersion heater in the hot water tank and when he and Jack try to fix it, things only get worse!
Blackadder
Blackadder Goes Forth, Episode 4 - Private PlaneBlackadder's latest plan to escape the terror of the trenches is to join the glamorous world of Lord Flasheart in the Royal Flying Corps.
Minder
Series 3, Episode 2 - You Need HandsArthur takes on some hired help when Terry is injured, and unwittingly finds himself mixed up in drug dealing.
Brush Strokes
Series 3, Episode 3Jacko and Sandra have amicably decided to call off their wedding plans, but Lionel cannot believe that it was a mutual decision. In his eyes, it's all Jacko's fault.
My Family
Series 7, Episode 7 - Abi Ever AfterIt's the day before Roger and Abi's wedding but, for this accident-prone couple, until the marriage is solemnised, anything can happen and probably will!
Shaun The Sheep
Series 1, Episode 32 - The Farmer's NieceWhen the Farmer's niece comes to visit the farm, Bitzer and Shaun soon discover that she is much less pleasant than she looks.
Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?
Series 2, Episode 10 - Between OurselvesWhile Thelma is still at her mother's, Bob has not been eating. He is also regretting having Terry stay with him as he's messy, lazy and causing his neighbours to talk. Bob writes a letter to Thelma that Terry tries to deliver at the library but even that is doomed to failure it seems.
Have I Got News For You
Series 41, Episode 5Masterchef's John Torode and Gregg Wallace become HIGNFY's first co-hosts. Guest panellists are Richard Herring and Samira Ahmed.
My Family
Series 7, Episode 8 - Breaking Up Ain't Hard To DoSusan learns two of her old friends are having marital problems, and in an effort to help invites them round for dinner. However, a blazing row soon escalates between the troubled couple, which causes friction in the Harpers' own marriage when they decide to take sides.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 26, Episode 5 - Who's That Mouse In The Poetry Group?Can Howard manage to keep an eye on Smiler and Marina?
You, Me & Them
Series 1, Episode 3 - Lucky BuddhaA twitching eye and an ever-present Alan frustrate the meticulous Ed as he attempts peaceful cohabitation with Lauren.
Miranda
Series 2, Episode 4 - A New LowThere's a new girl on the scene this week and Miranda and Stevie find it tough going to keep up with her youthful energy and frenetic lifestyle.
The Royle Family
Special - The Queen Of ShebaNearly seven years on, and now living with the Royles, Nana is bedridden and the centre of attention. Jim is, unsurprisingly, not best pleased. Meanwhile, Antony is a businessman; Denise is pregnant again; and poor Cheryl is still trying to lose weight and find love.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 16, Episode 1More from the irreverent, irrelevant and revealing weekly topical panel show. The guests are Jack Dee, David O'Doherty, Steve Jones and Jamelia.
Michael McIntyre: Hello Wembley!
Stand-up Michael McIntyre performs to a sell-out crowd at the Wembley Arena. From October 2009.
Misfits
Series 5, Episode 4While the gang are out on community service they come across a bumbling old man who turns out to be more than he seems.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 1 (Channel 4: Series 2), Episode 2Jimmy Carr, Sean Lock and Jon Richardson and the Countdown regulars are joined by guests Miles Jupp and Rhod Gilbert.
Russell Howard's Good News
Topical stand-up comedy and chat show hosted by Russell Howard.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 7, Episode 3Joan Bakewell, Warwick Davis, Paul Hollywood and Jason Manford are the guests in this episode.
Bad Education
Series 1, Episode 1 - Parents' EveningParents' evening is a nightmare unlike any other for Alfie, and today he's also got a pile of mock exams to mark before fierce deputy headmistress Pickwell fails his entire class.
In And Out Of The Kitchen
Episode 2 - Valentine's DayOn Valentine's Day it is tradition that Anthony does all the cooking. It is also tradition that Damien cannot help but try to find out what what Anthony is cooking, much to Anthony's annoyance. Luckily, Mr. Mullaney has a way of stopping Damien's constant interruptions.
The Vicar Of Dibley
Series 2, Christmas Special - EngagementAlice is concerned. She and Hugo mightn't have been romantically linked for long, but she's known him for 26 years and they've still never kissed - is she so unattractive? When the inevitable eventually happens, David is far from pleased, and Hugo has an important decision to make.
Peep Show
Series 7, Episode 5 - Seasonal BeatingsIt's Christmas Day and Mark has invited his parents over for lunch. He has planned everything in detail, but Jeremy has become over excited, and Dobby and Super Hans are unexpected guests.
Bad Education
Series 1, Episode 2 - Sex EducationAlfie becomes embroiled in a web of horror when an exercise in parental appeasement goes disastrously wrong. It's not long before he finds himself leading a sex education class in front of students, parents, angry Mumsnet users, and a couple of foreign exchange students...
Whose Coat Is That Jacket?
Episode 1Chris Corcoran chairs a comedy quiz about Wales and Welsh life, with Elis James, Sophie Evans and Wynne Evans. Plus guest Owen Money.
Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled
Series 2, Out-takes - UnseenA bumper crop of never-before-seen clips from the ad hoc chat show hosted by Alan Davies. The 'QI buzzer-baiter' is joined by the cream of comedy for some top banter.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 2 (Channel 4: Series 3), Episode 3Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by Kathy Burke and Josh Widdicombe. Countdown's Susie Dent is in with assistance from Dara O Briain.
Peep Show
Series 7, Episode 6 - New Year's EveIt's New Year's Eve, and Mark is depressed about Dobby, but Jeremy is determined that the 'El Dude Brothers' are going to enjoy the night of their lives.
The Vicar Of Dibley
Series 2, Episode 1 - Dibley LiveTo celebrate the 650th year since Dibley's founding, Geraldine arranges a special licence to run their own local radio station. All of the villagers lend a hand in the week-long event, and Frank has a particular secret to impart. Meanwhile, the Vicar finds the perfect opportunity to bring David down a peg or two.
Stella
Series 4, Episode 6While Stella struggles to move on from Michael, Celia receives a blast from the past. Aunty Brenda's political campaign hits an unexpected snag, too.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 5, Episode 12 - All Gone Pear ShapedSharon is still in love with her boyfriend, Colin, and she plucks up the courage to tell her husband. However, she refrains from telling him that Colin is a policeman.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 10, Episode 1Jack Dee, Jack Whitehall, Jamelia and Dr Christian Jessen from Embarrassing Bodies join Jimmy, Sean and Jason.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 5, Episode 1Rob Brydon is back in the host's chair for the fifth series of this comedy panel show. David Mitchell is joined by Rebecca Front and Jack Whitehall, and Lee Mack is joined by Nick Hewer and Miranda Hart.
French And Saunders
Long-running popular sketch show starring Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders.
Drunk History
Series 1, Episode 2Tom Rosenthal talks The Great Fire of London, Andrew Maxwell on graverobbers Burke and Hare, and Rob Beckett on Queen Victoria's unwanted cheese.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 17, Episode 7Fern 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.
Cold Feet
Comedy drama about three couples experiencing the ups-and-downs of romance.
Northern Lights
Robson Green and Mark Benton return as the competitive brothers-in-law who live in the same street.
Shooting Stars
Series 2, Episode 6With Darcus Howe, Louise "Gabrielle" Bobb, "Rose-Marie" Avramescu and Richard Whiteley.
Uncle
Series 2, Episode 6Andy is suffering from a string of bad news and the threat of eviction. The tables turn when he receives a surprise cheque in the mail. Now all he needs to do is cash it and pay his landlord in the next three hours, while keeping Errol busy as Sam plans a surprise birthday party. But the universe might have other ideas...
Mount Pleasant
Series 4, Episode 3In Bradley's absence, Greg visits Tanya's home under the pretence of fitting a new kitchen.
Never Mind The Buzzcocks
Series 27, Episode 2Russell Howard takes on Buzzcocks hosting duties, and joining team captains Phill Jupitus and Noel Fielding on the panel are Conor Maynard, Lethal Bizzle, Stacey Solomon and Isy Suttie.
The Royle Family
Special - The Queen Of ShebaNearly seven years on, and now living with the Royles, Nana is bedridden and the centre of attention. Jim is, unsurprisingly, not best pleased. Meanwhile, Antony is a businessman; Denise is pregnant again; and poor Cheryl is still trying to lose weight and find love.
Never Mind The Buzzcocks
Series 27, Episode 3Peter Andre takes on Buzzcocks hosting duties. Joining Phill and Noel this week are TV judge Jason Gardiner, Ana Matronic from Scissor Sisters, Charles Cave from White Lies and comedian Tony Law.
Dara O Briain: School Of Hard Sums
Series 2, Episode 3A whimsical guide to the world of numbers with comedian Dara O Briain, who just happens to be a physics graduate too. David O'Doherty and Susan Calman join him this time.
Bad Education
Series 1, Episode 1 - Parents' EveningParents' evening is a nightmare unlike any other for Alfie, and today he's also got a pile of mock exams to mark before fierce deputy headmistress Pickwell fails his entire class.
Grouchy Young Men
Young male celebrities, including many comics, bitch and complain about life in modern Britain.
Bad Education
Series 1, Episode 2 - Sex EducationAlfie becomes embroiled in a web of horror when an exercise in parental appeasement goes disastrously wrong. It's not long before he finds himself leading a sex education class in front of students, parents, angry Mumsnet users, and a couple of foreign exchange students...