British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Television

TV schedule Wednesday 6th May 2015

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (repeat)
Tommy Cooper. Tommy Cooper. Copyright: London Weekend Television

Tommy Cooper

Episode 1

Tommy Cooper presents his own show, with sketches and special guests. Featuring Ronnie Corbett and Stubby Kaye.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6:10am (repeat)
Never The Twain. Image shows from L to R: Simon Peel (Donald Sinden), Oliver Smallbridge (Windsor Davies). Copyright: Thames Television

Never The Twain

Series 4, Episode 6 - The Royal Connection

While Simon delves into genealogy, Oliver prepares to add to his customers none other than HRH The Prince of Wales.

London Live 6:30am (repeat)
Trigger Happy TV. Dom Joly

Trigger Happy TV

Quick-fire prank show that made Dom Joly a star. The comic unleashes his twisted humour on an unsuspecting British public.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:45am (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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7am (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 19, Episode 9 - From Audrey Nash To The Widow Dilhooley

Truly is reunited with his childhood sweeheart.

London Live 7am (repeat)
Trigger Happy TV. Dom Joly

Trigger Happy TV

Quick-fire prank show that made Dom Joly a star. The comic unleashes his twisted humour on an unsuspecting British public.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 7:10am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 6, Episode 3 - Return Of The Invincible Man

Arthur hires failed safecracker Scotch Harry for a job and finds himself with a bandaged fugitive on his hands.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:30am (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 19, Episode 10 - Support Your Local Skydiver

Compo sports a more daring image.

U&Drama channel logo 8am (repeat)
Monarch Of The Glen. Copyright: BBC

Monarch Of The Glen

Series 2, Episode 4

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

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:55am (repeat)
Dani's House. Image shows from L to R: Max (Sebastian Applewhite), Toby (Harry Culverhouse), Sam (Klariza Clayton), Dani (Dani Harmer), Ben (James Gandhi). Copyright: The Foundation / BBC

Dani's House

Series 1, Episode 12 - Snowed In

It gradually dawns on Dani and Max that they will be forced to spend time in each other's company when they are trapped in the house by a snow storm.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:25am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 11 - Over

The Twirlywoos see a man stepping over puddles and try to copy him. Back in the Boat, Peekaboo has to jump over a wall to avoid being discovered by the Twirlywoos.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:15am (repeat)
The Dog Ate My Homework. Iain Stirling. Copyright: BBC

The Dog Ate My Homework

Series 1, Episode 2

The super-student team captains are joined by children's favourites Sam and Mark, DNN's Victoria Cook and comedian Paul McCaffrey.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:30am (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 9, 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.

CITV 10:50am (repeat)
My Parents Are Aliens

My Parents Are Aliens

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

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 11am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 6, Episode 4 - Arthur Is Dead, Long Live Arthur

Faced by a massive tax demand, Arthur considers taking his own life.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:10am (repeat)
Roy. Image shows from L to R: Becky (Martha Byrne), Maura (Cathy Belton), Bill (Simon Delaney). Copyright: JAM Media

Roy

Series 1, Episode 12 - Halo Goodbye

Waking up with a halo above his head, Roy realises that he has even less control over his body than he had imagined. Now how to be rid of this embarrassing illumination?

CITV 11:15am (repeat)
Sooty. Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 19 - Beach Patrol

Mr Slater has put Richard in charge of the beach and the gang decide to join him. After jumping on the bouncy castle Sooty, Sweep and Soo meet a friendly sand sculptor and have a sandcastle-building competition - but poor Richard ends up in deep water. With special guest star Frank Bruno.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20am (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 2, Episode 9

Hyacinth can't wait for the neighbours to see her new three-piece suite, and the Royal Warrant-emblazoned van that'll be delivering it.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:40am (repeat)
Me & My Monsters. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Me & My Monsters

Series 2, Episode 12 - Alone Together

When the monsters are left home alone while the family visit Kate's parents, they receive a surprise visit from a couple of burglars. The burglars get more than they bargained for as the monsters defend the Carlson house in true monster style.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 2, Episode 10

Hyacinth's plan to take Daddy on a picnic backfires spectacularly when he takes Richard's car for a ride.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40pm (repeat)
dinnerladies. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Anne Reid), Stan (Duncan Preston), Brenda (Victoria Wood), Twinkle (Maxine Peake), Dolly (Thelma Barlow), Tony (Andrew Dunn), Anita (Shobna Gulati). Copyright: Good Fun / Pozzitive Productions

dinnerladies

Series 1, Episode 1 - Monday

It's Monday and aside from a missing delivery of granary torpedos, the team must also deal with a new, inexperienced and somewhat naive human resources manager.

U&Drama channel logo 1pm (repeat)
Citizen Smith. Wolfie Smith (Robert Lindsay). Copyright: BBC

Citizen Smith

Series 3, Episode 2 - Only Fools And Horses

Hearing of plans to evict a gypsy from a local patch of grassland in order to erect a squash court, Wolfie and the gang head to the town hall with plans to break into the planning meeting.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20pm (repeat)
dinnerladies. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Anne Reid), Stan (Duncan Preston), Brenda (Victoria Wood), Twinkle (Maxine Peake), Dolly (Thelma Barlow), Tony (Andrew Dunn), Anita (Shobna Gulati). Copyright: Good Fun / Pozzitive Productions

dinnerladies

Series 1, Episode 2 - Royals

A Royal visit is made to the factory; Stan hopes to be recognised by the Prince, whom he met in 1967, but the Prince is only interested in bumming a smoke and a bunk-up in a cupboard with Brenda.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 11 - Over

The Twirlywoos see a man stepping over puddles and try to copy him. Back in the Boat, Peekaboo has to jump over a wall to avoid being discovered by the Twirlywoos.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:30pm (repeat)
The Dog Ate My Homework. Iain Stirling. Copyright: BBC

The Dog Ate My Homework

Series 1, Episode 2

The super-student team captains are joined by children's favourites Sam and Mark, DNN's Victoria Cook and comedian Paul McCaffrey.

U&Drama channel logo 1:40pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 3, Episode 2 - Iron Age Remains

Hyacinth plans to help Richard make the most of his retirement, starting off with a trip to look for remains of an iron age settlement. Rose, meanwhile, is torn between depression and lust.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2pm (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 30, Episode 5 - Nobody Messes With Tony The Throat

Howard is deeply concerned when Pearl starts going out every day with Nelly, and she will not say where.

U&Drama channel logo 2:20pm (repeat)
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph), Tracey Stubbs (Linda Robson). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

Series 9, Episode 2 - Mummies & Daddies

As Tracey and Sharon leave the ante-natal class they bump into a pregnant Kimberley.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 2:20pm (repeat)
Hobson's Choice

Hobson's Choice

Screen adaptation of Harold Brighouse's classic Lancashire comedy.

The Africa Channel 2:25pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 4, Episode 6 - The Kid

Shirley invites problem-child Daisy for the weekend and she drives everyone up the wall.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:30pm (repeat)
Roy. Image shows from L to R: Becky (Martha Byrne), Maura (Cathy Belton), Bill (Simon Delaney). Copyright: JAM Media

Roy

Series 1, Episode 12 - Halo Goodbye

Waking up with a halo above his head, Roy realises that he has even less control over his body than he had imagined. Now how to be rid of this embarrassing illumination?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:40pm (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 30, Episode 6 - Will Stella Find True Love With Norris Fairburn?

When Clegg and Truly tell Hobbo that local serial groom Norris Fairburn is free again, he decides that Norris would be an ideal husband for Stella.

U&Drama channel logo 3pm (repeat)
Monarch Of The Glen. Copyright: BBC

Monarch Of The Glen

Series 2, Episode 4

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

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

Shaun The Sheep

Series 2, Episode 16 - Everything Must Go

Everything must go when the farmer sets up a stall by the side of the road and leaves Bitzer in charge. The lazy sheepdog soon tires of his role and gives Shaun the job. He proves to be a much better salesman than Bitzer and the flock are only too happy to get stuck in, selling pretty much all the farmer's worldly possessions.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20pm (repeat)
Yes, Prime Minister. Image shows from L to R: Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne), James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds). Copyright: BBC

Yes, Prime Minister

Series 2, Episode 7 - The National Education Service

Once again, Jim faces stern opposition from the Civil Service when he proposes allowing parents to choose which school their child should go to. After all, what parent is discerning enough to know the difference between a good or bad school? Apart from the senior Mr and Mrs Appleby, of course!

BBC Two 3:40pm (repeat)
Are You Being Served?. Image shows from L to R: Mrs. Betty Slocombe (Mollie Sugden), Miss Shirley Brahms (Wendy Richard), Mr. Dick Lucas (Trevor Bannister), Mr. Cuthbert Rumbold (Nicholas Smith), Mr. Mash (Larry Martyn), Mr. Ernest Grainger (Arthur Brough), Mr. Wilberforce Humphries (John Inman), Captain Stephen Peacock (Frank Thornton). Copyright: BBC

Are You Being Served?

Series 3, Episode 8 - New Look

The staff are brought together yet again to brainstorm ideas for boosting sales. Mrs. Slocombe is adamant the store needs to update its look, and suggests trialing loudspeaker promotional announcements.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 4pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 6, Episode 4 - Arthur Is Dead, Long Live Arthur

Faced by a massive tax demand, Arthur considers taking his own life.

BBC Two 4:10pm (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 3, Episode 1 - The Nicked Knockwurst

When the Communist Resistance hold Herr Flick's sausage ransom, a plan is concocted for René to buy it from them. Of course, they'd all be better off going in disguise...

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:20pm (repeat)
Never The Twain. Image shows from L to R: Simon Peel (Donald Sinden), Oliver Smallbridge (Windsor Davies). Copyright: Thames Television

Never The Twain

Series 4, Episode 2 - Words And Music

Caroline rashly asks Simon and Oliver to supply the entertainment for her charity luncheon.

BBC Two 4:45pm (repeat)
Just Good Friends. Image shows from L to R: Penny Warrender (Jan Francis), Vince Pinner (Paul Nicholas). Copyright: BBC

Just Good Friends

Series 1, Episode 6

It's Penny's birthday and her parents have planned a big surprise, but she has a bigger surprise for them. She has decided to move in with Vince: the first major snag to their plan is finding a new flat to inhabit as Big Ed wants his back!

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:50pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Inspector Blake (Stephen Lewis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 5, Episode 3 - The Best Man

The Inspector's niece is getting married to one of the drivers and much to Blakey's alarm, Stan is to be Best Man. He and Jack proceed to get the groom very, very drunk indeed.

The Africa Channel 4:55pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 4, Episode 6 - The Kid

Shirley invites problem-child Daisy for the weekend and she drives everyone up the wall.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5pm (repeat)
Fawlty Towers. Image shows from L to R: Sybil Fawlty (Prunella Scales), Basil Fawlty (John Cleese). Copyright: BBC

Fawlty Towers

Series 1, Episode 4 - The Hotel Inspectors

When friends tip off the Fawltys that there are a group of hotel inspectors in town, Basil sets out to be as nice and amenable towards the guests as possible. However, one particularly demanding visitor pushes him over the edge...

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:20pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Inspector Blake (Stephen Lewis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 5, Episode 6 - The Busmen's Ball

The annual Busmen's Ball comes round once again and Arthur has decided that he and Olive will not be attending such a low-brow affair. Then he discovers what this year's cabaret is going to be...

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

Boj

Episode 48 - Out of the Box

Boj, Pops and Mimi are invited to the Bleats' hi-tech house for tea. But when the house breaks down, Boj persuades the Bleats that gadgets aren't the only way to entertain!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:40pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 7, Episode 5 - He Ain't Heavy, He's My Uncle

Uncle Albert has been mugged and Del is determined to bring the perpetrators to justice. But is Uncle Albert telling all he knows...?

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Citizen Smith. Wolfie Smith (Robert Lindsay). Copyright: BBC

Citizen Smith

Series 3, Episode 2 - Only Fools And Horses

Hearing of plans to evict a gypsy from a local patch of grassland in order to erect a squash court, Wolfie and the gang head to the town hall with plans to break into the planning meeting.

U&Drama channel logo 6:40pm (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Audrey fforbes-Hamilton (Penelope Keith). Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Series 1, Episode 3

When Richard misses his first Sunday church service as owner of the manor, Audrey resolves to sort out his increasingly apparent shortcomings and force him to bring the estate up to scratch.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:50pm (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

Series 11, Episode 9 - Darts All, Folks

Ben discovers that he is not quite the darts player his father was, and Susan discovers that her new personal trainer is not quite fit for purpose.

U&Dave channel logo 7pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Shakespeare Season Special - The Immortal Bard

Shakespeare-themed special with Bill Bailey, David Mitchell and Sue Perkins.

U&Drama channel logo 7:20pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 3, Episode 2 - Iron Age Remains

Hyacinth plans to help Richard make the most of his retirement, starting off with a trip to look for remains of an iron age settlement. Rose, meanwhile, is torn between depression and lust.

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

Only Fools And Horses

Series 1, Episode 5 - A Slow Bus To Chingford

Del has a dream: The Trotter corporate skyscraper, rising majestically against the Peckham skyline. It's time for the latest money making scam, Trotter Ethnic Tours...

U&Dave channel logo 8pm
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 46, Episode 3

Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Stephen Merchant and panellists Hal Cruttenden and Gabby Logan.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:10pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 7, Episode 6 - Three Men, A Woman And A Baby

The time has finally arrived for Raquel to give birth to "Son of Del", and Rodney is convinced that evil forces are afoot.

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Episode 1

Sean Lock, Bill Bailey and Paul Foot go up against special guest captain Sarah Millican, Rob Delaney and Romesh Ranganathan. Nina Conti joins Susie Dent.

BBC Two 9pm
60 min
Charlie Brooker's Election Wipe. Charlie Brooker. Copyright: House Of Tomorrow

Charlie Brooker's Election Wipe

A few hours before the polls open, Charlie Brooker presents an irreverent look back at the 2015 General Election campaign, mixing the big stories with the funniest and strangest moments along the way. From opinion worms to bizarre photo-ops, Charlie and guests including Philomena Cunk and Barry Shitpeas will save you the time of thinking about the Election before the big day, by doing it for you. Contains mockery.

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

Have I Got News For You

Series 41, Episode 4

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

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 9pm
30 min
Newzoids. Copyright: Citrus Television

Newzoids

Series 1, Episode 4

Phillip Schofield helps someone decide how to vote in The Box, and Nick Clegg is suffering from electile dysfunction in Embarrassing Bodies. Meanwhile, Paul Hollywood is off on holiday and the political leaders sing for your votes.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 9pm (repeat)
Bridget Jones: The Edge Of Reason. Image shows from L to R: Mark Darcy (Colin Firth), Bridget Jones (Renée Zellweger), Daniel Cleaver (Hugh Grant). Copyright: Working Title Films / Universal Pictures

Bridget Jones: The Edge Of Reason

Comedy sequel with more embarrassments and romantic messes for the diary-keeping heroine. Hapless Bridget gets cold feet about her relationship.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. James Corden. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 8, Episode 7

With David Walliams, Robbie Fowler and Pixie Lott.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Image shows from L to R: Dermot Brown (Paddy Houlihan), Rory Brown (Rory Cowan), Winnie McGoogan (Eilish O'Carroll), Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll), Cathy Brown (Jennifer Gibney), Buster Brady (Danny O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Series 1, Episode 6 - Mammy's Miracle

Agnes Brown thinks everyone has gone mad. Father Quinn is losing his faith as fast as he loses parishioners. Newlyweds Dermot and Maria won't stop fighting. And Grandad has decided he'd like to witness his own funeral.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm
30 min
Car Share. Image shows from L to R: Kayleigh Kitson (Sian Gibson), John Redmond (Peter Kay). Copyright: Goodnight Vienna Productions

Car Share

Series 1, Episode 3

Kayleigh is running late but John is determined to get to work on time as the last thing he needs on the journey are any further delays.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 9:30pm
30 min
The Delivery Man. Image shows from L to R: Ian (Paddy McGuinness), Caitlin (Fay Ripley), Matthew (Darren Boyd), Lisa (Aisling Bea). Copyright: Monicker Pictures

The Delivery Man

Episode 4 - Celebrity

A celebrity patient comes in as an emergency and confides in Matthew, asking him to cover up the fact that she's pregnant from the public and paparazzi.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (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 3

Josie Long and Rob Beckett are the guests this week. Vic Reeves joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Joe Wilkinson 'helps' Rachel Riley provide the letters and numbers again.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm
30 min
You, Me & Them. Image shows from L to R: Ed Walker (Anthony Head), Lauren Grey (Eve Myles). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

You, Me & Them

Series 2, Episode 5 - The Gift

Debs is upset when her dad Clive gives Lauren five grand towards her upcoming wedding to Ed. Whilst Nola, an old friend of Emma makes an unexpected visit and reveals a shocking secret at family lunch; together they were exotic dancers called Coffee and Cream in the 60s. Meanwhile in a bid to kick-start his love life Alan's alternative date shows great potential.

Comedy Central 10pm
30 min
Stand Up Central. Russell Howard

Stand Up Central

Series 1, Episode 2

Russell talks about the ridiculousness of homophobia, answers a question on bullying, and sniffs the audience. His guests are Rob Delaney and Tiff Stevenson.

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series L, Episode 10 - Lying

With Adam Hills, Sara Pascoe and Jack Whitehall.

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

Mock The Week

Series 10, Episode 5

Dara O'Briain and the team tickle the ribs of another week with guests Ed Byrne, Micky Flanagan, Milton Jones and Jack Whitehall.

BBC Three 10pm
30 min
Murder In Successville. Jamie Laing. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Murder In Successville

Series 1, Episode 1 - The Mob

Bruno Tonioli, local restaurateur, has been found dead in his own establishment, seemingly murdered. Ex-wife Darcey Bussell is a suspect, but Sleet thinks the Carr brothers have greater motive. Made In Chelsea's Jamie Laing is on the case.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
30 min
Ballot Monkeys. Image shows from L to R: Jack Pardew (Trevor Cooper), Kate Standen (Sarah Hadland), Kevin Sturridge (Ben Miller), Siobhan Hope (Hattie Morahan). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Ballot Monkeys

Episode 5

Martin's looking at a future working under Boris; Kevin can't get off the Lib Dem bus; Christine and Melanie finally air their grievances; and Gerry has finally had it with Kate.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. James Corden. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 8, Episode 8

Olympic medallist Jenny Jones, football legend Gianfranco Zola and comedian Johnny Vegas join Corden and co for the final episode of the series.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:30pm
30 min
Bugsplat!. Image shows from L to R: James Waddington (Hugh Skinner), Alexa 'Lexi' Bugler (Lauren O'Neil). Copyright: Celtic Productions

Bugsplat!

Sitcom pilot about a team who fly drone planes in Afghanistan.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Ben (Daniel Roche), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey), Karen (Ramona Marquez), Sue (Claire Skinner), Pete (Hugh Dennis). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 5, Episode 5

There are communication problems in the Brockman house as Mum struggles to maintain a work life balance and Dad's phone gets the better of him.

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Shakespeare Season Special - The Immortal Bard

Shakespeare-themed special with Bill Bailey, David Mitchell and Sue Perkins.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11pm
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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20pm (repeat)
The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Dave Best (Craig Cash), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Antony Royle (Ralf Little)

The Royle Family

Series 2, Episode 3

Antony's got a new girlfriend from a comparitively posh part of town, and she's even got her own car. Meanwhile, Jim's in a mood at the thought of a week with Nana as she convalesces from a cataract operation.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:20pm
A Few Best Men. Image shows from L to R: Graham (Kevin Bishop), Luke (Tim Draxl), Tom (Kris Marshall), David (Xavier Samuel)

A Few Best Men

UK-Australian film in which Kris Marshall, Kevin Bishop and Tim Draxl are the joint best men at a chaos-filled wedding.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:50pm (repeat)
Fresh Meat. Image shows from L to R: Vod (Zawe Ashton), Oregon (Charlotte Ritchie), Josie (Kimberley Nixon), Kingsley (Joe Thomas), JP (Jack Whitehall), Howard (Greg McHugh). Copyright: Objective Productions / Lime Pictures

Fresh Meat

Series 1, Episode 2

Kingsley's hopes of sex with Josie are dashed by the arrival of Dave.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV Midnight (repeat)
The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Dave Best (Craig Cash), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Antony Royle (Ralf Little)

The Royle Family

Series 2, Episode 4

Nana's asleep on the sofa, and - surprise, surprise - Jim's in a foul mood again. Antony's love life could already be on the rocks, and next door, Cheryl's joined Weight Watchers.

BBC Three Midnight (repeat)
Murder In Successville. Jamie Laing. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Murder In Successville

Series 1, Episode 1 - The Mob

Bruno Tonioli, local restaurateur, has been found dead in his own establishment, seemingly murdered. Ex-wife Darcey Bussell is a suspect, but Sleet thinks the Carr brothers have greater motive. Made In Chelsea's Jamie Laing is on the case.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:05am
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 12, Episode 5

Jimmy, Sean and Jon thrash out the hot stories of the week with guests Vernon Kay, Tim Minchin, Joe Wilkinson and Rachel Riley.

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Virtually Famous

Series 2, Episode 4

With guests Rylan Clark, Rob Beckett, Tom Davis and Sarah Callaghan.

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A Few Best Men. Image shows from L to R: Graham (Kevin Bishop), Luke (Tim Draxl), Tom (Kris Marshall), David (Xavier Samuel)

A Few Best Men

UK-Australian film in which Kris Marshall, Kevin Bishop and Tim Draxl are the joint best men at a chaos-filled wedding.

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

Mock The Week

Series 10, Episode 5

Dara O'Briain and the team tickle the ribs of another week with guests Ed Byrne, Micky Flanagan, Milton Jones and Jack Whitehall.

BBC Three 12:30am (repeat)
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Nick Helm's Heavy Entertainment

Episode 1 - Dreams

Putting aside his personal struggle to entertain the nation, in this show Nick explores dreams. But this is Heavy Entertainment, so don't expect an easy ride...

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FM. Image shows from L to R: Dom Cox (Kevin Bishop), Jane Edwards (Nina Sosanya), Lindsay Carol (Chris O'Dowd). Copyright: Granada Productions

FM

Episode 2 - System Addict

The group try to stick to some new resolutions: Dom gives up booze, Jane gives up cigarettes, and Lindsay gives up giving up on girls. Featuring a performance by the Wombats, and a guest appearance by Toyah Willcox.

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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 3

Josie Long and Rob Beckett are the guests this week. Vic Reeves joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Joe Wilkinson 'helps' Rachel Riley provide the letters and numbers again.

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Ballot Monkeys. Image shows from L to R: Jack Pardew (Trevor Cooper), Kate Standen (Sarah Hadland), Kevin Sturridge (Ben Miller), Siobhan Hope (Hattie Morahan). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Ballot Monkeys

Episode 5

Martin's looking at a future working under Boris; Kevin can't get off the Lib Dem bus; Christine and Melanie finally air their grievances; and Gerry has finally had it with Kate.

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Birds Of A Feather

Series 9, Episode 2 - Mummies & Daddies

As Tracey and Sharon leave the ante-natal class they bump into a pregnant Kimberley.

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Big Bad World. Image shows from L to R: Oakley (David Fynn), Ben (Blake Harrison), Beth (Rebecca Humphries), Eggman (Seann Walsh). Copyright: Objective Productions

Big Bad World

Episode 8

Beth wins Chugger of the Year and invites Ben to the awards ceremony in glittering Norwich. Unfortunately Ben finally has a shot at a date with Lucy on the same night.

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The Thick Of It

Series 4, Episode 1

Tensions are running high in DoSAC. It is launch day for 'Silicon Playgrounds', a new digital youth policy - and Number 10 spin doctor Stewart Pearson delivers the bombshell that the PM wants digital-illiterate Peter Mannion to launch it. What could possibly go wrong?

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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 1, Episode 5 - Chaos

Tim and Daisy are still in disagreement about Colin, which is intensified when he mysteriously disappears. When they receive an anonymous note it is up to Tim to pull the troops together and save Colin.

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60 min version (repeat)
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QI

Series J, Episode 1 - Jargon

With guests Victoria Coren, Bill Bailey and Jimmy Carr.

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Duck Quacks Don't Echo

Series 1, Episode 2

Olivia Colman, Rhod Gilbert and The Great British Bake Off judge Paul Hollywood attempt to out-fact each other.

London Live 2:10am (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 6 - Epiphanies

After a visit from Tyres, the whole gang decide to go clubbing. Brian remembers yet another painful past incident and Mike forgets a bad day with some fancy dress and dancing.

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The Thick Of It. Malcolm Tucker (Peter Capaldi). Copyright: BBC

The Thick Of It

Series 4, Episode 2

Nicola and Malcolm are less than happy when her new policy advisor, Helen Hatley, is accidentally photographed holding embarrassing notes from an ideas meeting. As if being followed around by an eight foot pork chop and being attacked by your own side wasn't enough to deal with!

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

Outnumbered

Series 5, Episode 5

There are communication problems in the Brockman house as Mum struggles to maintain a work life balance and Dad's phone gets the better of him.

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Big Bad World. Image shows from L to R: Oakley (David Fynn), Ben (Blake Harrison), Beth (Rebecca Humphries), Eggman (Seann Walsh). Copyright: Objective Productions

Big Bad World

Episode 8

Beth wins Chugger of the Year and invites Ben to the awards ceremony in glittering Norwich. Unfortunately Ben finally has a shot at a date with Lucy on the same night.

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45 min version (repeat)
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Have I Got News For You

Series 46, Episode 3

Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Stephen Merchant and panellists Hal Cruttenden and Gabby Logan.

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You, Me & Them

Series 2, Episode 5 - The Gift

Debs is upset when her dad Clive gives Lauren five grand towards her upcoming wedding to Ed. Whilst Nola, an old friend of Emma makes an unexpected visit and reveals a shocking secret at family lunch; together they were exotic dancers called Coffee and Cream in the 60s. Meanwhile in a bid to kick-start his love life Alan's alternative date shows great potential.

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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)
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Murder In Successville

Series 1, Episode 1 - The Mob

Bruno Tonioli, local restaurateur, has been found dead in his own establishment, seemingly murdered. Ex-wife Darcey Bussell is a suspect, but Sleet thinks the Carr brothers have greater motive. Made In Chelsea's Jamie Laing is on the case.

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Stella Street. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Stella Street

In Surbiton, Surrey, film stars Michael Caine, Jack Nicholson, Al Pacino and others share a street with the likes of musicians Mick Jagger, David Bowie and football pundit Jimmy Hill.

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