TV schedule for 21st December 2015 (full list)

6am (repeat)

On The Buses

Series 5, Episode 9 - Lost Property

Stan and Jack find two portions of fish and chips on the bus and, to cut a long story short, eat them. When a woman comes into the depot to report the loss, Blakey institutes a heavy crackdown on the reporting of lost property.

6:25am (repeat)

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 12 - The Inventions Game

Sooty's latest Inventions take the gang onto a TV game show. Can they win over the show's judge, 'The Boss' or will Sweep throw a bone in the works? Guest starring John Thompson.

6:35am (repeat)

Timmy Time

Spin-off from Shaun The Sheep for the CBeebies channel, featuring Timmy the baby lamb and his friends.

7:20am (repeat)

The Baby And The Battleship

Farce in which a sailor has to smuggle a baby aboard his ship.

7:30am (repeat)

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 22, Episode 8 - A White Sweater And A Solicitor's Letter

A letter intended for Compo interests the town and terrifies his son, Tom.

7:35am (repeat)

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 4 - Planet Of The Toilets

On a trip to Japan, Penfold's ill-timed comfort break sparks a world-wide porcelain revolution lead by the evil super-intelligent toilet Dr Loocifer.

7:40am (repeat)

Minder

Series 3, Episode 8 - The Son Also Rises

Terry is employed to look after the son of a crooked property tycoon whose shady past has caught up with him.

7:50am (repeat)

Gangsta Granny

Adaptation of David Walliams's children's book about a schoolboy who doesn't realise his grandma was once an international jewel thief.

8am (repeat)

Desmond's

Series 3, Episode 7 - The Waiting Game

While Desmond and Shirley get ready for a plush evening out at the Hilton, Gloria plans to take advantage of her parents' absence to help Louise carry out a pregnancy test.

8:10am (repeat)

My Family

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

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

8:25am (repeat)

Timmy Time

Spin-off from Shaun The Sheep for the CBeebies channel, featuring Timmy the baby lamb and his friends.

9:15am (repeat)

The Two Ronnies

Series 9, Christmas Special - The Two Ronnies Christmas Show

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

9:30am (repeat)

Horrible Histories

Series 3, Episode 1

Today's show features an annoying French prankster from the Middle Ages, and more.

10am (repeat)

The Ghost Of St. Michael's

Will Hay comedy.

10am (repeat)

The Darling Buds Of May

Comedy drama series about H.E. Bates's eccentric Larkin family.

10:15am (repeat)

Only Fools And Horses

Series 4, Christmas Special - To Hull And Back

Del becomes embroiled in a diamond smuggling caper with Boycie and Abdul and, as usual, he's the one with the dirty job to do. Things are not helped, however, when the 'Old Bill' start asking awkward questions...

10:50am (repeat)

Hank Zipzer

A selection of episodes from the second series of the children's comedy starring Henry Winkler.

10:55am (repeat)

Justin's House

Series 1, Christmas Special - All Wrapped Up

Robert and Little Monster are getting the house ready for Christmas. Justin tries to help, but keeps making more and more mess. Things get even worse when he tries to wrap a present for Father Christmas.

11:05am (repeat)

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 38 - Double Trouble

Mr Bean is over the moon when he meets Mr Pod - the two men have so much in common: the same shirt, jacket, trousers and even underpants. And to top it all, Pod is Bean's spitting image. But Mr Bean falls to earth with a bump when his girlfriend, Irma Gobb, finds Mr Pod much better looking than him.

11:20am (repeat)

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 39 - Hopping Mad

Mr Bean's landlady has invited the Mayor for tea. But the frogspawn in Mr Bean's bath have hatched out and hundreds of agitated amphibians invite themselves as well. Can Mr Bean catch all the slippery little things?

12:15pm (repeat)

Only Fools And Horses

Series 5, Christmas Special - A Royal Flush

Rodney meets an upper-crust young lady selling paintings down the market and they instantly hit it off. However, when Del finds out that she's Lady Victoria of Malebury, whose father is a cousin of the Queen, he begins to plot the couple's wedding.

12:30pm (repeat)

My Parents Are Aliens

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

12:55pm (repeat)

Minder

Series 3, Episode 9 - Why Pay Tax

No job is routine - and when Barry the Bookie loses his money, Terry loses his heart.

1pm (repeat)

Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em

Specials - Learning To Drive

Franks learns to drive.

1:35pm (repeat)

My Family

Series 6, Christmas Special - The Heart Of Christmas

The Harpers are looking forward to another Christmas - except for Ben, who comes up with a cunning plan, feigning a mystery illness to escape the festivities.

1:35pm (repeat)

The Great St. Trinian's Train Robbery

Frankie Howerd falls foul of the infamous schoolgirls in their fourth outing. The girls confront a hapless gang of crooks trying to retrieve stashed loot.

1:55pm (repeat)

The Roy Files

Episode 2 - Winning

Roy is making a scrapbook for history homework about the person he knows best - himself. With excerpts from some of the funniest, most embarrassing and most surprising events in his life so far.

2:30pm (repeat)

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?!

2:35pm (repeat)

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 2 - Underneath

The Twirlywoos learn about underneath when they visit a hat shop. Back in the boat, the Box brings a rainbow for the Twirlywoos to dance underneath.

2:40pm (repeat)

My Family

Series 6, Christmas Special - The Heart Of Christmas

The Harpers are looking forward to another Christmas - except for Ben, who comes up with a cunning plan, feigning a mystery illness to escape the festivities.

2:50pm (repeat)

Strange Hill High

Series 1, Episode 3 - The Lost And Found Boy

Things have been disappearing around Strange Hill High. As the new kid, suspicion falls on Mitchell, especially in Headmaster Abercrombie's eyes.

3:20pm (repeat)

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 3 - Greenfinger

Trying to 'help' by watering Squawkencluck's plants, DM unleashes a planet-wide extra-terrestrial sprawling welsh weed.

3:45pm (repeat)

John And Julie

Comedy starring Sid James and Peter Sellers, following the adventures of two small children who run off to watch the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II.

3:45pm (repeat)

Perry And Croft: Made In Britain

Episode 1 - War & Peace

This episode looks at War & Peace - and how the British spirit has triumphed when tested.

3:55pm (repeat)

Only Fools And Horses

Christmas Special - The Frog's Legacy

At Trigger's niece Lisa's wedding, down in Hampshire, Del bumps into his mum's old best mate, Trigger's auntie Irene. Over a few drinks, Reenie lets slip a tale of hidden treasure and 1960s intrigue. Just what's the truth in the rumours of Freddy the Frog?

4pm (repeat)

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 40 - A Grand Invitation

Mr Bean meets an aristocratic old lady when he nearly runs over her dog in his Mini. He is thrilled to be invited for luncheon at her grand but strangely shabby mansion. He is so busy with matters of protocol that he does not notice that the lady and her sinister butler are not quite what they seem.

4pm (repeat)

Millie Inbetween

Series 1, Christmas Special - A Different Christmas

It is Millie and Lauren's first Christmas since the separation, and for Millie it is the chance for a fresh start.

4:15pm (repeat)

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 41 - A Royal Makeover

Mr Bean decides to decorate his room in the style of Buckingham Palace and selects the same wallpaper as the Queen has. Meanwhile, his landlady, Mrs Wicket, suffers from delusions of grandeur and crowns herself Queen of the Street!

4:15pm (repeat)

Gigglebiz

Gigglebiz Christmas Special

Justin Fletcher is back to get the nation's under-sixes laughing their Christmas socks off in a special seasonal edition of the comedy sketch show.

5:15pm (repeat)

Only Fools And Horses

Christmas Special - Dates

Del attempts to meet his dream woman at a dating agency after seeing Trigger have some success. Meanwhile, Uncle Albert is dropping heavy hints about his impending birthday...

5:35pm (repeat)

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 24, Christmas Special - A Short Blast Of Fred Astaire

Will hypnosis calm the nerves of those taking part in the Christmas concert?

5:35pm (repeat)

The Darling Buds Of May

Comedy drama series about H.E. Bates's eccentric Larkin family.

6:10pm (repeat)

The Green Green Grass

Series 2, Special - From Here To Paternity

Jed, Elgin and Bryan are convinced a mythical creature is stalking Winterdown Farm.

6:15pm

Nativity 2: Danger In The Manger!

Comedy sequel starring Marc Wootton and David Tennant. This year, the pupils of St Bernadette's intend to compete in a national singing competition.

6:25pm (repeat)

Shaun The Sheep

Series 2, Episode 37 - An Ill Wind

The farmer receives a huge electricity bill, and decides to build his own wind turbine to power the farmhouse. As soon as the farmer's back is turned, Shaun and the flock adapt the noisy new contraption into something much more fun - a fairground big-wheel. It is not long before the farmer blows his fuse.

6:35pm (repeat)

Strange Hill High

Series 1, Episode 3 - The Lost And Found Boy

Things have been disappearing around Strange Hill High. As the new kid, suspicion falls on Mitchell, especially in Headmaster Abercrombie's eyes.

7pm (repeat)

'Allo 'Allo!

Series 8, Christmas Special - A Bun In The Oven

It is September 13th, 1943; almost 2 years since we last saw René, who is finally - at long, long last - rid of the English airmen. His troubles are far from over, however, as Yvette announces her pregnancy. Meanwhile at the chateau, Gruber and the Colonel are growing increasingly worried at the progress of the war.

7pm (repeat)

Open All Hours

A selection of episodes from the third and fourth series of the cornershop sitcom.

7pm
60 min version (repeat)

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QI

Series K, Episode 8 - Keys

With Bill Bailey, Isy Suttie and Tim Minchin.

7:05pm (repeat)

The Green Green Grass

Series 3, Special - The Special Relationship

Boycie is asked to turn detective when an unexpected visitor arrives at Winterdown Farm with a secret from the past that, if confirmed, will have massive consequences for one member of the staff.

8pm (repeat)

Desmond's

Series 3, Episode 11 - The Prodigal

The barber shop's finances are a bit shaky, so Michael offers to lend a hand. His efficiency causes more than a few problems which are solved by a good old-fashioned story-telling session.

8pm (repeat)

One Foot In The Grave

1996 & 1997 Specials, Christmas Special - Starbound

A tramp takes up residence in the Meldrews' garden shed. Patrick is shocked when his new boss announces that she has recently hired Victor as her gardener, and Nick Swainey's mother claims she's being abducted by aliens every night.

8pm (repeat)

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?!

8pm
60 min version (repeat)

QI

Series J, Episode 10 - Jungles

With Reginald D. Hunter, Greg Proops and David O'Doherty.

8:30pm (repeat)

Desmond's

Series 3, Episode 12 - Too Young

Desmond is having trouble sleeping and is advised to take up exercise. At first scornful, his tracksuited contemporary Bert shames him into fitness after beating him easily in a race for the bus.

8:30pm
30 min

The Really Welsh Quiz

Episode 1 - Christmas

Joining Elis and Miles are Omar Hamdi, Connie Fisher, Matt Johnson and Lucie Jones.

8:30pm (repeat)

Miranda

Final Specials - I Do, But To Who?

We find Miranda where we left her, with two proposals: one from Gary and one from Mike. Who will she choose? And if she does choose, could she cope with the pressures of being a wife?

8:30pm (repeat)

A League Of Their Own

Series 9, Highlights Special - Best Of - Vol 1

Highlights from the 9th series of the sports-based panel show with James Corden, Jamie Redknapp, Freddie Flintoff and Jack Whitehall.

9pm (repeat)

Image shows from L to R: John Hannah, Suranne Jones

A Touch Of Cloth

A Touch Of Cloth, Episode 1 - Part One

Sleuthing collides with spoofing in the first part of this Charlie Brooker original comedy that tickles and twists crime drama clichés. Starring John Hannah and Suranne Jones.

9pm (repeat)

Da Ali G Show

Episode 5

Sacha Baron Cohen provides an inimitable mix of global reportage and celebrity chat via his characters Ali G, Borat and Bruno.

9pm (repeat)

A League Of Their Own

Series 8, Christmas Special - Christmas Party

James Corden is treating the A League Of Their Own boys to an extra-special Yuletide treat: a good ol' fashioned knees-up in the countryside.

9pm (repeat)

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Christmas Special

Johnny Vegas joins Sean as they take on Jon and Katherine Ryan, while David O'Doherty is in Dictionary Corner.

9pm
60 min version (repeat)

Russell Howard's Good News

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

9pm (repeat)

Live At The Apollo

Series 5, Episode 5 - Ed Byrne, Adam Hills and Gina Yashere

Stand-up comedy from the Hammersmith Apollo. Irish gem Ed Byrne hosts in front of a 3,500-strong audience, with guest appearances from Adam Hills and London's own Gina Yashere.

9pm
60 min

John Bishop's Christmas Show

Christmas Special - John Bishop's Christmas Show 2015

John Bishop returns for his third Christmas Special for BBC One, recorded at the Lyceum Theatre in London. This time, he welcomes the comedy talents of Sarah Millican, Danny Bhoy, Tom Allen and Andy Askins, plus music from Jess Glynne and international superstar Kylie Minogue.

9:20pm (repeat)

The Royle Family

Christmas Special - Barbara's Old Ring

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the Royles' and Barbara's gone overboard with the presents. "If you can't spoil your family at Christmas, when can you?" she asks, having spent a whole two hours in Poundland.

9:30pm (repeat)

Da Ali G Show

Episode 6

Sacha Baron Cohen provides an inimitable mix of global reportage and celebrity chat via his characters Ali G, Borat and Bruno.

10pm (repeat)

Bo' Selecta!

Sketch comedy series starring Leigh Francis as Avid Merrion, Transylvania's biggest celebrity fan.

10pm (repeat)

Father Ted

Series 2, Christmas Special - A Christmassy Ted

When Ted's quick thinking saves a group of Priests - and the Catholic church - from a major embarrassment (involving lingerie) at Christmas, he is given the prestigious Golden Cleric award. But on Craggy Island, nothing is as simple as it seems... Apart from Dougal.

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10pm
60 min version (repeat)

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 14, Christmas Special

With lots of Christmas-themed questions and a sprinkling of tinsel, 8 Out Of 10 Cats celebrates the season of goodwill in true festive style. Guests up for yuletide fun include Sarah Millican, Stephen Mangan and Joe Wilkinson.

10pm
35 min

Mock The Week

Series 14, Christmas Special

Dara O Briain presents a special festive show featuring hilarious seasonal material, outtakes, quizzes, films and props.

10:30pm (repeat)

Bad Education

Series 2, Christmas Special

Following Pickwell's departure, Mr Fraser appoints Alfie writer and director of the annual Christmas play: will it be Robocop or The Nutcracker? Miss Gulliver's keen that he and his class help at the soup kitchen.

10:35pm (repeat)

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 10, Highlights Special

In this final episode, Russell offers up all the best bits from the current series of Good News, alongside previously unseen material.

10:40pm (repeat)

Gavin & Stacey

Series 2, Christmas Special - Gavin & Stacey Christmas Special

It's Christmas Eve and the Wests join the Shipmans for one of Mick's famous turkey dinners.

10:40pm (repeat)

John Bishop's Christmas Show

Christmas comedy specials hosted and curated by John Bishop, filmed in London's thriving West End.

11pm (repeat)

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Episode 17

Sean Lock and Greg Davies take on Jon Richardson and Holly Walsh. Susie Dent is joined by Vic Reeves in Dictionary Corner, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.

11pm (repeat)

Fresh Meat

Series 2, Episode 1

It's the start of the Spring Term. Paul Lamb, the invisible housemate, has now moved out, so the group are charged with the task of finding a replacement.

11pm
60 min version (repeat)

QI

Series L, Christmas Special - No-L

With Bill Bailey, Jimmy Carr and Carrie Fisher.

11pm (repeat)

A League Of Their Own

Series 8, Episode 1

Jamie Redknapp, Freddie Flintoff and Jack Whitehall join forces with Chelsea's all-time leading goal scorer and New York City FC's latest signing, Frank Lampard; funnyman Kevin Bridges and Judy Murray, the mother of tennis ace Andy.

11:05pm (repeat)

The Javone Prince Show

Episode 2

Javone is attacked by ninjas, reveals will.i.am's new role as an HR consultant, and is completely uninterested in the announcer's beef with Idris Elba.

11:35pm (repeat)

The Catherine Tate Show

Series 1, Episode 1

A young couple has to live in their car for their baby's sake, Claire is 'not drunk enough' and Nan accuses a social worker of stealing her clothes. Also, is Beyoncé "bling bling" or "bing bing"?

11:35pm (repeat)

I Give It A Year

A comedy about the trials and tribulations of a pair of newlyweds during their first year as a married couple. Stars Rafe Spall and Rose Byrne.

11:40pm (repeat)

Miranda

Final Specials - I Do, But To Who?

We find Miranda where we left her, with two proposals: one from Gary and one from Mike. Who will she choose? And if she does choose, could she cope with the pressures of being a wife?

11:40pm (repeat)

Citizen Khan

Series 4, Christmas Special - Mr Khan's Christmas Wonderland

Mr Khan embraces Christmas like never before by launching his own range of traditional halal mince pies.

11:45pm (repeat)

Celebrity Juice

Series 10, Christmas Special

Fearne Cotton goes up against Holly Willoughby - but for the first time ever, there will be three teams, as the beautiful Kelly Brook returns as a guest team captain.

Midnight (repeat)

Absolutely Fabulous

2011 Christmas Specials - Identity

There's a homecoming for one of the women, who's been 'away' for quite some time. She arrives at the Monsoon household with a new - slightly scary - best friend who forces a certain person to face some long-hidden truths...

Midnight (repeat)

Would I Lie To You?

A selection of episodes from the third series of the lie-based panel game.

Midnight (repeat)

Duck Quacks Don't Echo

Series 1, Episode 1

Let the games begin as funnyman Dara O Briain, former Spice Girl Melanie Chisholm and Stella herself, Ruth Jones, join Lee Mack.

12:10am (repeat)

The Graham Norton Show

Series 18, Episode 12 - Star Wars Special: Carrie Fisher, Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Kylie Minogue, David Beckham

Carrie Fisher reveals she spilt the beans some time ago on the Star Wars storyline, Daisy Ridley says the movie was emotional and John Boyega talk about Harrison Ford. Kylie says she is loved up for Christmas and David Beckham admits Alex Ferguson still has a hold over him.

12:15am (repeat)

Him & Her

Series 1, Episode 1 - The Toast

Steve and Becky are doing their usual thing - staying in bed and just about to have sex.

12:15am (repeat)

Citizen Khan

Series 4, Christmas Special - Mr Khan's Christmas Wonderland

Mr Khan embraces Christmas like never before by launching his own range of traditional halal mince pies.

12:30am (repeat)

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 16, Christmas Special

Jimmy Carr oversees the disputes and deliberations on the festive topics that set the great British public's chins wagging. Jon Richardson and Sean Lock are joined by Holly Willoughby, Henning Wehn, Alan Davies, Nick Helm, Roisin Conaty and Joe Wilkinson.

12:40am (repeat)

The Thin Blue Line

Series 1, Episode 6 - Kids Today

Fowler plans a camping trip for some young offenders, whereas Grim is keener for them to have a short sharp shock. Patricia has to take care of an abandoned infant and becomes broody. Habib is harrassed by some fascists and unfortunately Goody steps in to help her...

12:40am (repeat)

Citizen Khan

Series 4, Christmas Special - Mr Khan's Christmas Wonderland

Mr Khan embraces Christmas like never before by launching his own range of traditional halal mince pies.

12:45am (repeat)

The Graham Norton Show

Series 18, Episode 12 - Star Wars Special: Carrie Fisher, Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Kylie Minogue, David Beckham

Carrie Fisher reveals she spilt the beans some time ago on the Star Wars storyline, Daisy Ridley says the movie was emotional and John Boyega talk about Harrison Ford. Kylie says she is loved up for Christmas and David Beckham admits Alex Ferguson still has a hold over him.

1:10am (repeat)

The Graham Norton Show

Series 18, Episode 12 - Star Wars Special: Carrie Fisher, Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Kylie Minogue, David Beckham

Carrie Fisher reveals she spilt the beans some time ago on the Star Wars storyline, Daisy Ridley says the movie was emotional and John Boyega talk about Harrison Ford. Kylie says she is loved up for Christmas and David Beckham admits Alex Ferguson still has a hold over him.

1:15am (repeat)

The Royle Family

Christmas Special - Barbara's Old Ring

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the Royles' and Barbara's gone overboard with the presents. "If you can't spoil your family at Christmas, when can you?" she asks, having spent a whole two hours in Poundland.

1:30am (repeat)

Bad Education

Series 1, Episode 4 - School Trip

Banned from organising his own trip after a disastrous previous outing, Alfie's class are sent on Miss Gulliver's field trip to a combined petting zoo and ink museum.

1:55am (repeat)

Cold Feet

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

2am
60 min version (repeat)

QI

Series J, Episode 5 - J-Places

With Sandi Toksvig, Susan Calman and Bill Bailey.

2am (repeat)

Josh

Series 1, Episode 1 - Swimming & Kissing

Josh gets invited to the event of the summer - the only trouble is that it's a pool party and he can't swim.

2:10am (repeat)

Sean Lock: Stand Up

Sean Lock, one of Britain's favourite comedians and star of 8 Out Of 10 Cats shares his live show, recorded at the Hammersmith Apollo in 2008.

2:25am (repeat)

Absolutely Fabulous

2011 Christmas Specials - Identity

There's a homecoming for one of the women, who's been 'away' for quite some time. She arrives at the Monsoon household with a new - slightly scary - best friend who forces a certain person to face some long-hidden truths...

2:25am (repeat)

Josh Widdicombe: And Another Thing

TV broadcast of Josh Widdicombe's 2013 stand-up DVD.

2:30am (repeat)

Josh

Series 1, Episode 2 - Mum & Dad

In this week's episode, Josh goes on a date with Lily an old classmate who used to be the 'hottest girl in school'.

3am (repeat)

Yes Minister

Series 1, Episode 7 - Jobs For The Boys

The Minister gets into a spot of hot water when discussing a landmark scheme between Government and industry taking place in the Midlands - the Solihull Project - on a radio talk show. It soon becomes apparent that not all is running as it should, and rather distasteful steps must be taken to smooth the issue.

3:25am (repeat)

Da Ali G Show

Episode 6

Sacha Baron Cohen provides an inimitable mix of global reportage and celebrity chat via his characters Ali G, Borat and Bruno.

3:30am (repeat)

Yes Minister

Series 2, Episode 3 - The Death List

When Jim hears about secret bugging and phone-tapping he instructs Sir Humphrey to implement numerous privacy precautions. But his mind is changed, fairly rapidly, when he hears he's on a terrorist group's hit list.

4:15am (repeat)