British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Television

TV schedule Thursday 3rd December 2015

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6:10am (repeat)
George & Mildred. Image shows from L to R: Mildred Roper (Yootha Joyce), George Roper (Brian Murphy). Copyright: Thames Television

George & Mildred

Series 4, Episode 1 - Just The Job

George, finally, gets a job. Mildred is so shocked and delighted by the news that she requires a stiff drink - but it's not long before she'll be downing glasses for a different reason...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:25am (repeat)
The Thin Blue Line. Image shows from L to R: D.C. Kray (Kevin Allen), P.C. Goody (James Dreyfus), Sergeant Dawkins (Serena Evans), Inspector Fowler (Rowan Atkinson), D.I. Grim (David Haig), P.C. Habib (Mina Anwar), P.C. Gladstone (Rudolph Walker). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Thin Blue Line

Series 1, Episode 1 - The Queen's Birthday Present

It's the tenth anniversary of Inspector Fowler and Sergeant Dawkins's relationship. She thinks he has got her a present but actually he is preparing to celebrate the Queen's Official Birthday. CID, meanwhile, are investing in computers.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 7:50am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 2, Episode 8 - All Mod Cons

Terry is asked to get rid of some squatters, leading Arthur to dream of a future as a property developer.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:55am (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 8, Christmas Special

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

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

Monarch Of The Glen

Series 4, Episode 9

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

London Live 8am (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 2, Episode 8 - For Love Or Money

Desmond and Porkpie reform their old band, the Georgetown Dreamers, in hope of winning the cash prize in a local music competition sponsored by Michael's bank...

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The Joke Machine. Joke Master (Jarred Christmas). Copyright: Liberty Bell

The Joke Machine

Episode 37

This episode's jokers are Gablfa versus Hamstel Junior.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:20am (repeat)
Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Episode 8 - Sand

Ird has built a sandcastle and flits off to collect decorations for it.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:25am (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 8:40am (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 5, Christmas Special - And A Dewhurst Up A Fir Tree

In an effort to beat the Christmas rush, Foggy buys 100 fir trees from Big Eric - crawling with insects.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20am (repeat)
Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Nurse Gladys Emmanuel (Lynda Baron), Granville (David Jason), Albert Arkwright (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: BBC

Open All Hours

Series 1, Episode 2 - A Matress On Wheels

Arkwright's always been dead against getting a van, until Granville points out the advantages of taking a lady friend for a drive.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:35am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 14 - Gone

The Twirlywoos find out what happens when a toy train goes into a tunnel, and have some trouble with disappearing tea.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9:50am (repeat)
All At Sea. Image shows from L to R: Ben (Sam Hattersley), Charlie (Ryan Wilkinson), Alison (Olivia Cosgrove). Copyright: BBC

All At Sea

Series 2, Episode 6 - Halloween

Charlie and Alison decide to play dirty so they can get a good result when they go out trick-or-treating - much to Ben's extreme distress. Meanwhile, Kevin attempts to create the biggest Halloween display in the neighbourhood by buying some untested fireworks.

London Live 10am (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 2, Episode 12 - Auntie Susu

It's 2am, and Doreen's sister Susu unexpectedly arrives from Jamaica - even less expected is the extremely tall fiancé who's young enough to be her son!

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

Porridge

Series 1, Episode 3 - A Night In

Godber moves into the bottom bunk in Fletcher's cell. Unable to sleep, the two spend the night discussing their hopes, fears, and the lives they left outside.

London Live 10:30am (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 2, Episode 13 - Thirty Year Itch

It's the Ambrose's 30th wedding anniversary, and Desmond is determined to make it a particularly special one for Shirl. Michael, meanwhile, has a new lady friend to show off. It's bound to be a wonderful evening - right?!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40am (repeat)
Tommy Cooper

The Best Of Tommy Cooper

A special series featuring classic moments from Tommy Cooper's greatest shows.

CITV 11am (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!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:10am (repeat)
The Thin Blue Line. Image shows from L to R: D.C. Kray (Kevin Allen), P.C. Goody (James Dreyfus), Sergeant Dawkins (Serena Evans), Inspector Fowler (Rowan Atkinson), D.I. Grim (David Haig), P.C. Habib (Mina Anwar), P.C. Gladstone (Rudolph Walker). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Thin Blue Line

Series 1, Episode 2 - Fire And Terror

Constable Habib falls in love with a fireman, much to Goody's distress. Back at the station, Fowler is having trouble with a hoaxer and Grim is chasing terrorists.

CITV 11:15am (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!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:50am (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Trigger (Roger Lloyd Pack). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 6, Episode 2 - Danger UXD

There is trouble in store for the Trotters when Del puts his 'high profile' business strategy into overdrive.

U&Drama channel logo 1pm (repeat)
Goodnight Sweetheart. Image shows from L to R: Yvonne Sparrow (Emma Amos), Gary Sparrow (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Phoebe Sparrow (Elizabeth Carling). Copyright: Alomo Productions / BBC

Goodnight Sweetheart

Series 5, Episode 9 - Love The One You're With

When he hears a wartime story, Gary is forced to rethink his vow never to change history.

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

Minder

Series 2, Episode 9 - Diamonds Are A Girl's Worst Enemy

An old adversary's car mysteriously disappears while Terry is minding it.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:25pm (repeat)
All At Sea. Image shows from L to R: Ben (Sam Hattersley), Charlie (Ryan Wilkinson), Alison (Olivia Cosgrove). Copyright: BBC

All At Sea

Series 2, Episode 6 - Halloween

Charlie and Alison decide to play dirty so they can get a good result when they go out trick-or-treating - much to Ben's extreme distress. Meanwhile, Kevin attempts to create the biggest Halloween display in the neighbourhood by buying some untested fireworks.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:30pm (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 8, Christmas Special

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

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:35pm (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 14 - Gone

The Twirlywoos find out what happens when a toy train goes into a tunnel, and have some trouble with disappearing tea.

U&Drama channel logo 1:40pm (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Audrey fforbes-Hamilton (Penelope Keith). Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Series 1, Episode 5

The summer ball for the local hunt is coming up, but with the change in ownership at Grantleigh, there's some confusion over who should arrange the event of the season.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:15pm (repeat)
One Foot In The Grave. Image shows from L to R: Margaret Meldrew (Annette Crosbie), Victor Meldrew (Richard Wilson). Copyright: BBC

One Foot In The Grave

Series 3, Christmas Special - The Man In The Long Black Coat

Seven months after Patrick gunned down one hundred of his garden gnomes in cold blood, Victor still has a score to settle with his next-door neighbour. Meanwhile, down on his allotment all is not what it would appear with a pile of horse manure bought from a dodgy character.

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 11 - An Inspector Stays

The police want to use Tracey and Sharon's home for a surveillance operation.

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

Desmond's

Series 2, Episode 1 - The Treatment

Desmond is hospitalised with a mystery illness, provoking Shirley to worry that he'll want to return to Guyana.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:45pm (repeat)
The Joke Machine. Joke Master (Jarred Christmas). Copyright: Liberty Bell

The Joke Machine

Episode 9

This episode's jokers are Roath Park against Marlborough.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:55pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 4, Episode 8 - The Rabbit

The Farmer's niece has come to visit, bringing her precious pet rabbit. The Farmer entrusts Bitzer to look after it while they go inside for lunch. All in a day's work - until the rabbit disappears. Shaun and the flock are called to action to help track down the illusive pet before the niece discovers it's missing. But do they understand what they're looking for?

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

Monarch Of The Glen

Series 4, Episode 9

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

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

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 13 - The Newspaper

Mr Bean is left in peace when Mrs Wicket goes off on her holidays. This means Mr Bean has free access to her daily newspaper. Every time he goes down to collect it from the letterbox it has disappeared. Someone is taking it, but who? Mr Bean is determined to nab the mysterious newspaper stealer and uses a range of ingenious homemade traps in his quest to catch the sneaky thief.

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

Shaun The Sheep

Series 4, Episode 9 - Prize Possession

The Farmer can't believe his luck - he has a winning ticket! He just needs to keep it safe until morning and there's only one dog for the job. Unfortunately, Bitzer is a hopeless guard dog. Can he rescue the winning ticket, or has he lost the Farmer's fortune?

CITV 3:15pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 14 - Viral Bean

Mr Bean is trying to find a nice quiet place to read his book so he sets off for the library. There he is distracted by some funny online videos on the library computer. Before he knows it, Mr Bean is recording his own video, which is uploaded for everyone to see. Things start to go crazy when people check it out and his popularity takes off. Will he enjoy being in the public eye and how long will his celebrity last?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 5, Christmas Special - And A Dewhurst Up A Fir Tree

In an effort to beat the Christmas rush, Foggy buys 100 fir trees from Big Eric - crawling with insects.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:45pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 6 - Big Head Awakens

DM must save his reputation and the world when Squawkencluck's artificially intelligent defence super computer goes despotically insane!

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 3:55pm (repeat)
Boj. Copyright: Pesky Productions

Boj

Episode 26 - Boj And The Booms

Boj and his buddies form a pop band. When Rupa and Mia walk out due to musical differences, Boj needs a boj-a-boom idea for something they can both play together.

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

Open All Hours

Series 1, Episode 3 - A Nice Cosy Little Disease

Perhaps a nice cosy little disease on Arkwright's part would be the thing to attract the ministrations of a certain district nurse?

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Doctor At Large. Michael Upton (Barry Evans). Copyright: London Weekend Television

Doctor At Large

Episode 28 - Bewigged, Bothered And Bewildered

Having been newly appointed to the post of Junior Registrar, Upton blots his copybook during an evening in casualty by giving an injection to a patient that causes an allergic reaction...

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:30pm
30 min
Millie Inbetween. Millie (Millie Innes). Copyright: The Foundation

Millie Inbetween

Series 2, Episode 3 - Take A Hike

Millie turns teen and has her first crush, while Craig gets a Saturday job and Lauren takes a hike.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:40pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 1, Episode 4 - A Day Out

Fletcher and Godber join MacKay and Barrowclough's work party, digging drainage ditches for the council. When MacKay calls into the village, the party take advantage of Barrowclough's easygoing nature, but get more than they bargained for after taking shelter from the elements in a church.

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On The Buses. Jack Harper (Bob Grant). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 4, Episode 8 - The Anniversary

Stan and his family are celebrating Olive and Arthur's 10th wedding anniversary. Aunt Maud has seen fit to send them a dog as a gift, but Arthur is none too amused.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:20pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Trigger (Roger Lloyd Pack). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 6, Episode 3 - Chain Gang

When offered the deal of the century by a new acquaintance, Del puts together a consortium to help purchase a suitcase full of gold chains. Predictably, the plan goes catastrophically wrong.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:20pm (repeat)
George & Mildred. Image shows from L to R: Mildred Roper (Yootha Joyce), George Roper (Brian Murphy). Copyright: Thames Television

George & Mildred

Series 4, Episode 2 - Days Of Beer And Rosie

A stranger arrives in town, asking after George. It soon becomes apparent that he was conceived during a chance 'encounter' on VE night...

Talking Pictures TV 5:30pm (repeat)
Our Girl Friday

Our Girl Friday

An heiress is shipwrecked on a tropical island paradise with three men and it isn't long before they notice her rather obvious charms.

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

To The Manor Born

Series 1, Episode 5

The summer ball for the local hunt is coming up, but with the change in ownership at Grantleigh, there's some confusion over who should arrange the event of the season.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:20pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 2, Episode 23 - Cock A Doodle Shaun

The cockerel is missing and there's no one to wake up the farm. When Shaun discovers the cockerel has been snatched by the greedy fox, he sets off with Bitzer on a daring rescue mission. Will they get the cockerel back in time to wake up the rest of the farm?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:30pm (repeat)
Tommy Cooper

The Best Of Tommy Cooper

A special series featuring classic moments from Tommy Cooper's greatest shows.

U&Drama channel logo 6:40pm (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 28, Episode 7 - The Crowcroft Challenge

Howard sees the hidden potential of wearing an all-engulfinq crow outfit.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (repeat)
Miranda. Image shows from L to R: Tilly (Sally Phillips), Gary (Tom Ellis), Stevie (Sarah Hadland), Miranda (Miranda Hart), Penny (Patricia Hodge), Clive (James Holmes). Copyright: BBC

Miranda

Series 2, Episode 6 - The Perfect Christmas

Miranda tries to have the perfect Christmas in the final episode of the comedy series but, with a mum and dad like hers, it's not easy.

U&Drama channel logo 7:20pm (repeat)
Goodnight Sweetheart. Image shows from L to R: Yvonne Sparrow (Emma Amos), Gary Sparrow (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Phoebe Sparrow (Elizabeth Carling). Copyright: Alomo Productions / BBC

Goodnight Sweetheart

Series 5, Episode 9 - Love The One You're With

When he hears a wartime story, Gary is forced to rethink his vow never to change history.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French), Jim Trott (Trevor Peacock). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

1996 Specials, Christmas Special - The Christmas Lunch Incident

It's the Vicar's second Christmas in Dibley, and she has to make her sermon a good one "or you've lost them to Satan till next December". An arguably greater worry, however, is the three Christmas dinners Geraldine's agreed to eat. But she can pull it off - right?

London Live 8pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 2, Episode 13 - Thirty Year Itch

It's the Ambrose's 30th wedding anniversary, and Desmond is determined to make it a particularly special one for Shirl. Michael, meanwhile, has a new lady friend to show off. It's bound to be a wonderful evening - right?!

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. James Corden. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 7, Episode 7

Richard Ayoade and David Walliams return to the show, and Olympic boxing champion Nicola Adams also takes part.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8pm (repeat)
Doc Martin

Doc Martin

Series 5, Episode 6 - Don't Let Go

PC Joe Penhale is desperate to keep Maggie and show her he's changed; that he's the macho husband she wants. But once she has the all clear from the doctor, Maggie plans to return to Bude.

The Africa Channel 8pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 2, Episode 1 - The Treatment

Desmond is hospitalised with a mystery illness, provoking Shirley to worry that he'll want to return to Guyana.

London Live 8:30pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 3, Episode 1 - The Head Hunter

Shirley is head-hunted to assist with training at a top Mayfair salon. However, it soon appears that her charismatic female boss has an ulterior motive for getting Shirley out of Peckham for a while!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (repeat)
One Foot In The Grave. Image shows from L to R: Margaret Meldrew (Annette Crosbie), Victor Meldrew (Richard Wilson). Copyright: BBC

One Foot In The Grave

Series 2, Christmas Special - Who's Listening

Victor bemoans the commercialism of Christmas and ponders whether it ever had a deeper, spiritual meaning. He decides to help the vicar feed the homeless on Christmas Day, but it doesn't prove to be quite the uplifting, nourishing experience he'd hoped for...

London Live 9pm (repeat)
Green Wing. Mac Macartney (Julian Rhind-Tutt). Copyright: Talkback Productions

Green Wing

Series 2, Episode 7

Martin wins £3,000 from a scratchcard and decides to spread his money amongst his friends. Sue discovers the truth about Holly and Mackenzie, Alan and Joanna begin to panic about their crime, Harriet brings her son Robbie into work and Guy admits to Caroline that he doesn't just like her, but that he "likes" her.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
Trollied. Image shows from L to R: Gavin (Jason Watkins), Cheryl (Sarah Parish). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Trollied

Series 5, Episode 5

Arch-enemies Gavin and Cheryl begin to get on well after calling a truce. Could love be in the air for the Valco manager?

Comedy Central Extra 9pm
60 min version (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Topical stand-up comedy and chat show hosted by Russell Howard.

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 46, Episode 8

With guest host Robert Lindsay and panellists Alan Johnson and Katherine Ryan.

BBC Three 9pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Milton Jones, Andy Parsons, Andrew Lawrence. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 7, Episode 4 - Andy Parsons, Andrew Lawrence, Milton Jones

Mock The Week star Andy Parsons hosts stand-up comedy from the Apollo, with Andrew Lawrence, and one-liner king Milton Jones.

BBC Four 9pm
60 min
What A Performance! Pioneers Of Popular Entertainment. Image shows from L to R: Frank Skinner, Suzy Klein. Copyright: BBC

What A Performance! Pioneers Of Popular Entertainment

Episode 1 - The Birth Of Music Hall

Frank and Suzy explore the birth of Britain's first mass entertainment industry: the 19th century music hall.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm (repeat)
The Inbetweeners Movie. Image shows from L to R: Neil Sutherland (Blake Harrison), Simon Cooper (Joe Thomas), Jay Cartwright (James Buckley), Will MacKenzie (Simon Bird). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners Movie

Will and friends are off on their biggest adventure yet... a lads' holiday abroad.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm
60 min
Bring The Noise. Image shows from L to R: Tinie, Nicole Scherzinger, Ricky Wilson, Katherine Ryan. Copyright: Twenty Six 03

Bring The Noise

Episode 7

The Wanted's Nathan Sykes and actor Craig Roberts join in the fun on the music and comedy show.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 9:30pm (repeat)
After Hours. Willow Hannigan (James Tarpey). Copyright: Jellylegs

After Hours

Episode 5 - Love Love Love

With Lauren's ex-bandmate Russell back in Shankly, Willow and Ollie try to book the community centre for The Bad Weekends' concert. Meanwhile, Willow's spirits are raised when Jasmine splits up with new boyfriend Scott and comes to him for support.

BBC Three 9:30pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Mark Watson, Rich Hall, Andrew Maxwell. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 7, Episode 5 - Rich Hall, Andrew Maxwell, Mark Watson

Rich Hall hosts with special guests Andrew Maxwell and Mark Watson.

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

Outnumbered

Series 2, Episode 7

The Brockman family have a very restless night. Will anyone get any sleep? And what on earth are those dreadful noises coming from next door? And why is there a policeman at their front door?

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (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.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
50 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jason Manford. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 10, Christmas Special

Jimmy Carr hosts a Christmas edition of Channel 4's hit comedy panel show. Featuring special guests Jack Dee, Lorraine Kelly, Josie Long and Britain's favourite pantomime Dame, Christopher Biggins.

U&Yesterday channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Nurse Gladys Emmanuel (Lynda Baron), Granville (David Jason), Albert Arkwright (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: BBC

Open All Hours

A selection of episodes from the second series of the cornershop sitcom.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 10, Episode 7

Russell looks at Turkey's decision to bomb a Russian plane, filibustering and Norway's novel way to educate students about STDs.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Sandi Toksvig. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

A selection of episodes from Series C of the world's cleverest and most interesting panel game.

BBC Four 10pm
30 min
Detectorists. Peter (Daniel Donskoy)

Detectorists

Series 2, Episode 6

Finally, it is the day of the DMDC's annual rally and Terry is expecting a really big turn-out. But for Andy and Lance, will the day bring heartbreak or triumph?

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
Trollied. Image shows from L to R: Gavin (Jason Watkins), Cheryl (Sarah Parish). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Trollied

Series 5, Episode 5

Arch-enemies Gavin and Cheryl begin to get on well after calling a truce. Could love be in the air for the Valco manager?

BBC Four 10:30pm (repeat)
Brian Pern. Brian Pern (Simon Day). Copyright: BBC

Brian Pern

The Life Of Rock With Brian Pern, Episode 3 - Part Three: Death Of Rock

Brian looks at drugs, scandal and the death of rock.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10:30pm (repeat)
After Hours. Willow Hannigan (James Tarpey). Copyright: Jellylegs

After Hours

Episode 5 - Love Love Love

With Lauren's ex-bandmate Russell back in Shankly, Willow and Ollie try to book the community centre for The Bad Weekends' concert. Meanwhile, Willow's spirits are raised when Jasmine splits up with new boyfriend Scott and comes to him for support.

Comedy Central 10:45pm (repeat)
Stand Up Central. Russell Howard

Stand Up Central

Series 1, Episode 9

Russell explains Nigel Farage's worst nightmare, and answer's questions on signing boobs and the Queen's last words. His guests are John Robins and Jarlath Regan.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:50pm
50 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 17, Episode 8

Alex Jones, Josh Widdicombe, Katherine Ryan and Spencer Matthews are the guests taking part the show this week.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:55pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 2, Christmas Special - No Way Out

Fletcher plans to spend Christmas in hospital to avoid being press-ganged into Grouty's latest scheme to spring a fellow prisoner. His plan backfires when Grouty finds out about his upcoming civilian hospital appointment and gives him a vital role in proceedings.

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm (repeat)
Catastrophe. Image shows from L to R: Rob (Rob Delaney), Sharon (Sharon Horgan). Copyright: Avalon Television

Catastrophe

Series 2, Episode 6

Rob has told Sharon about the situation with Olivia, but the news has not been received well.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 11:05pm (repeat)
Celebrity Juice. Image shows from L to R: Gino D'Acampo, Leigh Francis

Celebrity Juice

Series 12, Episode 10

In the series finale, guests are This Morning's Ruth Langsford and Phillip Schofield; singer and presenter Peter Andre and singer Olly Murs.

U&Drama channel logo 11:20pm (repeat)
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Birds Of A Feather

Series 5, Episode 11 - An Inspector Stays

The police want to use Tracey and Sharon's home for a surveillance operation.

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

Peep Show

Series 9, Episode 4 - Mole-Mapping

Mark's determination to get the woman of his dreams isn't hindered by the fact that she has a husband. Jeremy on the other hand is getting a tough dose of reality from a client.

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Shooting Stars

Episode 1 - Pilot

A specially recorded quiz show in which Jonathan Ross, Wendy Richard and Martin Clunes test their celebrity-recognition skills against Danny Baker, Ulrika Jonsson and Noddy Holder.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 8, Episode 2

This week's guests are Jeremy Clarkson, David Walliams, Holly Walsh and James McQuillan from The Apprentice.

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

Outnumbered

Series 2, Episode 7

The Brockman family have a very restless night. Will anyone get any sleep? And what on earth are those dreadful noises coming from next door? And why is there a policeman at their front door?

U&Dave channel logo 12:35am (repeat)
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8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 8, Episode 3

Broadcaster Claudia Winkleman, comedians Mark Watson and Josie Long, and singer Jamelia join Jimmy Carr, Jason Manford and Sean Lock.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 12:45am (repeat)
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Reality Bites

Episode 2

Guests on the second show are reality TV star Rylan Clark, Spice Girl Emma Bunton, Made In Chelsea's Jamie Laing and Matt Edmondson

BBC Four 12:55am (repeat)
Detectorists. Peter (Daniel Donskoy)

Detectorists

Series 2, Episode 6

Finally, it is the day of the DMDC's annual rally and Terry is expecting a really big turn-out. But for Andy and Lance, will the day bring heartbreak or triumph?

BBC Three 1am (repeat)
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Josh

Series 1, Episode 4 - Teabag & No Sympathy

Teabag, Owen's friend from home, comes to stay.

U&Dave channel logo 1:10am (repeat)
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Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish

Series 3, Episode 1 - Why Are There Still Chickens?

Dave Gorman flips his lid and his laptop open to ponder modern life. Dave conducts a live experiment with over a thousand eggs!

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Shooting Stars

Episode 1 - Pilot

A specially recorded quiz show in which Jonathan Ross, Wendy Richard and Martin Clunes test their celebrity-recognition skills against Danny Baker, Ulrika Jonsson and Noddy Holder.

BBC Four 1:25am (repeat)
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Brian Pern

The Life Of Rock With Brian Pern, Episode 3 - Part Three: Death Of Rock

Brian looks at drugs, scandal and the death of rock.

Comedy Central Extra 1:30am
60 min version (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Topical stand-up comedy and chat show hosted by Russell Howard.

London Live 2am (repeat)
Green Wing. Mac Macartney (Julian Rhind-Tutt). Copyright: Talkback Productions

Green Wing

Series 2, Episode 7

Martin wins £3,000 from a scratchcard and decides to spread his money amongst his friends. Sue discovers the truth about Holly and Mackenzie, Alan and Joanna begin to panic about their crime, Harriet brings her son Robbie into work and Guy admits to Caroline that he doesn't just like her, but that he "likes" her.

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French And Saunders

Christmas Special 1998

Comedy sketch show starring Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders, with guests including Joanna Lumley, the Spice Girls, Adrian Edmondson and Helen Mirren. Featuring the duo's irreverent tribute to Irish family group, The Corrs, and a spoof on the making of the film Titanic.

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Drifters

Series 1, Episode 1 - Home

Returning early to Leeds from a post-university gap-year tour of India, cousins Meg and Bunny - and friend Laura - do not get the smooth homecoming they had hoped for.

U&Dave channel logo 2:10am
60 min version (repeat)
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Have I Got News For You

Series 46, Episode 8

With guest host Robert Lindsay and panellists Alan Johnson and Katherine Ryan.

BBC Three 2:30am (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Milton Jones, Andy Parsons, Andrew Lawrence. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 7, Episode 4 - Andy Parsons, Andrew Lawrence, Milton Jones

Mock The Week star Andy Parsons hosts stand-up comedy from the Apollo, with Andrew Lawrence, and one-liner king Milton Jones.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 2:30am (repeat)
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Drifters

Series 1, Episode 2 - Scabies

Meg scores a hot date, much to Laura and Bunny's amazement. But it's after gate-crashing a party that things get really complicated.

BBC Four 2:55am (repeat)
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What A Performance! Pioneers Of Popular Entertainment

Episode 1 - The Birth Of Music Hall

Frank and Suzy explore the birth of Britain's first mass entertainment industry: the 19th century music hall.

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'Allo 'Allo!

Series 9, Episode 5 - A Fishy Sendoff

It's the annual fishmongers' parade to the coast, and Michelle has a plan to enter a float capable of spiriting a group across the channel and to freedom in England. Meanwhile, General Von Klinkerhoffen has finalised his plans to blow up Hitler, and requires Gruber and the Colonel's assistance.

BBC Three 3am (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Mark Watson, Rich Hall, Andrew Maxwell. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 7, Episode 5 - Rich Hall, Andrew Maxwell, Mark Watson

Rich Hall hosts with special guests Andrew Maxwell and Mark Watson.

ITV Encore 3:05am (repeat)
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Kingdom

Series 3, Episode 5

Lyle goes home to Stockport to help save his mum's allotment. Scott is suspended from school after being caught misbehaving on CCTV, while Peter helps a family record their daughter's appearance in a school concert. And Mr Snell surprises everyone by getting married.

Comedy Central Extra 3:25am (repeat)
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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.

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'Allo 'Allo!

Series 9, Episode 6 - A Winkle In Time

The invasion has started. Nouvion's liberation can be no more than hours away; the Germans are retreating, the girls in the café are practicing their jive - and the British airmen are back!

Talking Pictures TV 5:25am (repeat)
Miss MacTaggart Won't Lie Down. Jeannie MacTaggart (Barbara Mullen)

Miss MacTaggart Won't Lie Down

After being mistakenly declared dead, elderly Jeannie MacTaggart makes trouble for the officials who won't correct her records.

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