Television
TV schedule Saturday 2nd January 2016
In Loving Memory
Series 3, Christmas Special - God Rest Ye Merry GentlemenIt's looking to be a cash-strapped Christmas at Unsworth's, but Ivy has just the thing to distract and bring some joy: producing the local undertaker's association's pantomime.
Tommy Cooper
Episode 2Tommy Cooper presents his own show, with sketches and special guests. Featuring Richard Briers.
Bad Robots
Series 1, Episode 5A tourist information machine feeds eager London visitors with a load of nonsense.
Going Straight
Episode 2 - Going To Be AlrightFletcher pays his first visit to his parole officer to break bad news about his domestic circumstances: when he gets home he's surprised to discover eldest daughter Ingrid has taken up with his old cellmate Godber and son Raymond barely speaks to him. But even these woes can't keep Fletcher's mind from getting to his buried nest egg.
Sooty
Series 2, Episode 23 - The Silent MovieWhen Sooty accidentally destroys one of Richard's old films, the gang decide to replace it with one they've made themselves. But will it be good enough to impress Mr Slater's grandchildren?
Going Straight
Episode 3 - Going SourRescuing a damsel in distress is just the thing to raise Fletcher's spirits. But when the damsel in question is a teenage runaway who can't stop herself stealing, Fletch's faith in human nature is likely to take a severe battering.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 14 - Danger FanShortly after Danger Mouse's biggest fan comes to visit members of the team start to disappear.
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 8 - Rat TrapBean has to deal with an unwanted house guest, but the stubborn pest refuses to leave!
Horrible Histories
Series 4, Episode 7Emperor Napoleon plays in a very unusual chess match, a Victorian inventor builds an anti-seasickness ship with one small design flaw, a snowball fight breaks out at a public execution, and the British army hires a dead tramp to defeat the Germans in WW2.
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 10 - All You Can EatHaving forgotten Irma's coming for dinner, Mr Bean rushes to the supermarket. There he enters a competition to win a trolley of free food!
Only Fools And Horses
A selection of Christmas specials from Britain's most popular sitcom.
Wussywat The Clumsy Cat
Episode 25 - SmallWussywat is too small to see the top of the sunflower so he builds some stairs out of the flowerpots with help from Eli and her stilts!
Timmy Time
Spin-off from Shaun The Sheep for the CBeebies channel, featuring Timmy the baby lamb and his friends.
Mr Stink
TV adaptation of the kids' book written by David Walliams. It's a story about a tramp... who stinks.
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 15 - Super SpyMr Bean is obsessed by his TV hero Super Spy and is excited when his very own Super Spy kit arrives in the post. While Mr Bean is pretending to be his favourite character, and delighting in all his gadgets, he spots some unusual goings on in the Bruisers' house next door. Naturally Mr Bean assumes the worst and sets out to rectify the situation.
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 16 - Scout BeanThe animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean. Mr Bean becomes scoutmaster for the day, but his obsession with badge collecting does not win him any friends.
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 7 - The Statue of Liberty, USAGrandmaster Glitch makes the Statue of Liberty fall right into the path of a passing ferry. Go Jetters, Go!
Gigglebiz
Series 4, Episode 22The Lost Pirate has got a plan to find his way off a desert island - he's going to send a message in a bottle. Newsreader Arthur Sleep mistakes his diary for the news script.
My Phone Genie
Episode 19 - Saving FaceWhen Jaz wakes up with a pixelated face, Gene takes control of getting her through the day without it being noticed.
Boj
Episode 41 - Adventure CampWhen Cousin Hoj joins Boj and his buddies on adventure camp, everyone has trouble making friends with him. Boj has a fun boj-a-boom idea to make Hoj fit in with his friends.
Off Their Rockers
Series 3, Episode 7Celebrating the mantra that you truly are only as old as you feel, the cheeky OAPs hit the streets of Britain again with misbehaviour in mind, playing a series of light hearted pranks and carefully crafted stunts.
My Parents Are Aliens
Long-running children's sitcom following the lives of three orphaned children. Their new foster parents are secretly aliens.
Strange Hill High
Series 1, Episode 13 - The End Of TerminatorFollowing the breakdown of a swathe of antiquated equipment, the school board gives Strange Hill a full high-tech makeover, complete with CCTV-like monitoring, computerised dispensers and robotic teachers. But all is a little too perfect for Mitchell, Becky and Templeton's tastes.
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 17 - Back To SchoolMr Bean inadvertently becomes a teacher - but can he control the unruly class?
Scream Street
Series 1, Episode 12 - Zombie DerbyEvery year Scream Street stages a Zombie Derby. Tensions rise when Luke teams up with Resus's dad and Resus with Luke's mum.
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 18 - Lord BeanMr Bean finds out he is a lord and visits his Scottish family home - but keeping a castle is a costly business.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 13 - The Unusual SuspectsWhen secret information is leaked from HQ all eyes fall on Colonel K! Is it possible he's a traitor or is there something suspicious about his moustache?
Horrid Henry: The Movie
Kids' comedy film featuring a host of British comedy stars. Horrid Henry finds himself doing things he never ever thought he'd do, and then some.
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 7 - The Statue of Liberty, USAGrandmaster Glitch makes the Statue of Liberty fall right into the path of a passing ferry. Go Jetters, Go!
Justin's House
Series 2, Highlights Special - Pie CamLittle Monster has a brilliant new invention that helps everyone laugh all over again at some of the messiest times in Justin's house.
Horrible Histories
Series 6, Highlights Special - It's A Wicked World SpecialA special episode of the historical sketch show, featuring ghastly Genghis Khan, the wise Confucius and a dance-off during a naval battle! There's also a Bollywood number from Queen Victoria. With Rattus to guide the way.
Gigglebiz
Series 3, Episode 17Well-meaning Humphrey causes problems for his neighbour when they set up stalls next to each other at an outdoor sale, mischievous King Flannel plays pirates, Farmer Dung and his friend Reggie make some strange noises on the farm and lovable old storyteller Storybook Stan has problems with a broken book.
Trigger Happy TV
Series 2, Episode 2Quick-fire prank show that made Dom Joly a star. The comic unleashes his twisted humour on an unsuspecting British public.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 1, Episode 11 - The KiteWhat's more fun than a kite on a windy afternoon? Nothing when Shaun and pals are concerned.
Strange Hill High
Series 2, Episode 1 - The Curse Of The Were-TeacherWhen a career assessment comes out with the result of teacher for Mitchell, he is understandably horrified and determined to change his fate.
Trigger Happy TV
A selection of episodes from the first and second series of Dom Joly's hidden camera show.
The Many Faces Of...
Episode 1 - The Many Faces Of Ronnie CorbettRonnie Corbett is an icon of television entertainment. His starring role in The Two Ronnies has earned him a chapter in the book of all-time comedy greats.
A League Of Their Own
Series 8, Christmas Special - Christmas PartyJames 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.
Would I Lie To You?
A selection of episodes from the fourth series of the lie-based panel game.
Dad's Army
Series 4, Episode 6 - Absent FriendsMainwaring is shocked to find that in his absence most of the platoon have not turned up for parade and are instead playing darts with the ARP Wardens. Things get worse when Mainwaring is called upon to help with the arrest of a member of the IRA.
Dad's Army
Series 4, Episode 8 - The Two And A Half FeathersThe Home Guard get a new private in their ranks, who just so happens to know Jones. However, their relationship is not a happy one with the new arrival claiming that Jones left him in the desert to die. It is down to Jones to unearth the truth.
Black Books
A selection of episodes from the first series of the bookshop sitcom.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Episode 17Sean 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.
Josh Widdicombe: And Another Thing
TV broadcast of Josh Widdicombe's 2013 stand-up DVD.
Michael McIntyre: Hello Wembley!
Stand-up Michael McIntyre performs to a sell-out crowd at the Wembley Arena. From October 2009.
Bridget Jones's Diary
Film based on Helen Fielding's novel about an unlucky-in-love Londoner who decides to take control of her life and start a diary.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
2013 Specials, Episode 1Jimmy Carr hosts as Jon Richardson and funny man Rhod Gilbert take on comedians Lee Mack and Rob Beckett.
Babylon
Episode 0 - PilotA sniper is on the prowl, picking people off, seemingly at random, across London. It's a hectic first day for new head of PR, Liz Garvey.
QI
Series M, Episode 9 - Messing With Your MindWith Tommy Tiernan, Sarah Millican and Josh Widdicombe.
The Increasingly Poor Decisions Of Todd Margaret
Series 1, Episode 1 - In Which Claims Are Made And A Journey EnsuesTodd Margaret bluffs his way into an apparently great job opportunity. All he has to do is sell several thousand energy drinks before his boss arrives. Simple. Apart from the fact that he knows nothing about British culture and nothing about sales.
Father Ted
A selection of episodes from the third series of Channel 4's most successful sitcom.
Men Behaving Badly
A selection of episodes from the fourth series of the laddish sitcom.
Gavin & Stacey
Series 1, Episode 6The wedding day has finally arrived, but will they go through with it? Will Uncle Bryn finally admit to what happened on the fishing trip and will Nessa do what she knows she must?
The Increasingly Poor Decisions Of Todd Margaret
Series 1, Episode 2 - A Plan Is Hatched And A Date Is Not A DateAmerican Todd Margaret continues to bluff his way through his challenging new job and his boss Brent Wilts turns up the heat on Todd to sell the new Korean energy drink - ThunderMuscle. So Todd hatches a plan to crack the British retail market, but he must leave the execution to Dave as he's got a date with Alice.
Kevin Bridges - The Story So Far
Scottish stand-up Kevin Bridges performs his 2010 live show in front of a packed Glasgow audience.
Friday Night Dinner
Series 3, Episode 3 - Mr Morris ReturnsThe family are distraught when Grandma gets engaged to Mr Morris, her horrible 85-year-old boyfriend. Meanwhile, Jim collects money for charity, while dressed in full dog costume, complete with doggy testicles.
The Catherine Tate Show
Series 3, Episode 5Nan appears on Paul O'Grady's teatime show and broadcasts her horrible views to the nation. The Aga Saga Woman takes a wrong turn into Tottenham and Lauren refuses to speak French for a French oral exam.
Friday Night Dinner
Series 3, Episode 4 - The AnniversaryIt's Martin and Jackie's 26th anniversary, and Jonny's got a secret he's desperate to keep. And then Jim arrives, heavily sedated...
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Episode 17Sean 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.
The Catherine Tate Show
Series 3, Episode 6Lauren almost gets married, Derek gets a massage, Georgie does another fund raiser - this time for dwarves, Janice & Ray talk about a sandwich with no bread, Nan's sister comes over from Spain and Essex couple Paul & Sam return with more laughs.
The Inbetweeners
Series 1, Episode 1It's a fresh start for Will McKenzie as he joins his new sixth form college. Will previously went to a private school, but since his dad walked out on his mum he's had to downgrade to the local comprehensive.
Dara O'Briain Live At The Theatre Royal
Stand-up comedy from Dara O'Briain. An hour of highlights from the comedian's 2006 routine.
Eddie Izzard: Force Majeure
TV broadcast of highlights from Eddie Izzard's 2013 DVD release, Force Majeure.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
2013 Specials, Episode 1Jimmy Carr hosts as Jon Richardson and funny man Rhod Gilbert take on comedians Lee Mack and Rob Beckett.
The Inbetweeners
Series 1, Episode 4Will pulls the most popular girl in the year above. However he becomes so obsessed with her that he ends up alienating his hard won new friends.
The IT Crowd
Series 1, Episode 3 - 50/50Jen has a new admirer, but his romantic gesture goes horribly wrong when Jen's inability to tell the truth results in a very public humiliation. Meanwhile, Moss and Roy conduct an experiment with a 'lonely hearts' website.
Going Straight
Episode 6 - Going Off The RailsIngrid's wedding is almost here and everyone other than Fletcher is contributing. Damaged pride leads to bad decisions and the temptation of a big job. As best man and father of the bride he needs to get to the wedding on time, but only his conscience stands between him and complete disaster.
Alan Davies - Life Is Pain
TV broadcast of Alan Davies's 2013 stand-up show Life Is Pain.
Black Books
A selection of episodes from the first series of the bookshop sitcom.
Daniel Sloss Live
Stand-up comedy from young Scottish star Daniel Sloss. TV edit of his 2012 live DVD release.
The IT Crowd
Series 1, Episode 4 - The Red DoorWhat is behind the mysterious red door in the I.T. department? What has happened to Moss's new mug? Why is Roy in danger of becoming known as a 'desk rabbit'? And what is the secret behind top executive Richmond Avenal's fall from grace?
Men Behaving Badly
Series 4, Episode 4 - Three GirlfriendsFlat share sitcom following security salesman Gary and his lodger, as they attempt to navigate the opposite sex.
Jam & Jerusalem
Series 2, Episode 4The men are disappointed when the annual Clatterford Roundheads v Cavaliers battle re-enactment is cancelled after Health and Safety concerns. It's the Guild to the rescue, though, who come up with an alternative safe plan to save the event; one that includes a giant Soduko and a speed knitting contest. The simmering rivalry between Spike and Marcus over Tash's affections ends in a beer-fuelled clash on the battle field.
Men Behaving Badly
Series 4, Episode 5 - DrunkFlat share sitcom following security salesman Gary and his lodger, as they attempt to navigate the opposite sex.
Jason Byrne's Special Eye Live
TV broadcast of Jason Byrne's 2013 DVD release, Special Eye Live.
Jam & Jerusalem
Series 2, Episode 5Clatterford Guild's continuing rivalry with the guild from neighbouring Hole rears its ugly head in the form of a duet of sporting grudge matches - first netball and then crown green bowls, with all pressure on Rosie in the final moments. Meanwhile, Spike has written a love letter to Tash and offered her a dramatic ultimatum - 'leave Marcus and meet me by the Twisty Tree' - or he will give up on their love.
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.
Trigger Happy TV
Series 1, Episode 6Quick-fire prank show that made Dom Joly a star. The comic unleashes his twisted humour on an unsuspecting British public.