British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Television

TV schedule Monday 18th January 2016

Talking Pictures TV 6am (repeat)
Old Mother Riley's New Venture

Old Mother Riley's New Venture

A repeat of this 1949 film.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6:10am (repeat)
Man About The House. Image shows from L to R: Chrissy Plummer (Paula Wilcox), Robin Tripp (Richard O'Sullivan), Jo (Sally Thomsett). Copyright: Thames Television

Man About The House

Series 2, Episode 3 - In Praise Of Older Men

Chrissy's really quite taken with her new, older boyfriend, Ian. Mrs. Roper's rather fond of him too - although she's better friends with his wife.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 6:45am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 5, Episode 3 - A Number Of Old Wives Tales

Arthur gets involved with Clive Cosgrove, who has several businesses run by women - but it turns out that he is married to all of them.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7am (repeat)
Ever Decreasing Circles. Image shows from L to R: Ann Bryce (Penelope Wilton), Martin Bryce (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Ever Decreasing Circles

Series 3, Episode 1

A pile of manure has been dumped on Martin's drive by accident. When a skip arrives for the removal of the waste product, he ends up with more unwanted rubbish.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7am (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.

Talking Pictures TV 7:30am (repeat)
Talking Pictures TV

Cotton Queen

The story of two feuding Lancashire mill owners who must work together to secure a major American contract.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:30am (repeat)
Sorry!. Timothy Lumsden (Ronnie Corbett). Copyright: BBC

Sorry!

Series 2, Episode 4 - Great Expectations

Aunt Esme is visiting, which has mother forcing Timothy on his best behaviour - she has a large inheritance to bestow when she dies! Unfortunately for Tim, things quickly start going wrong as he and father crash the car.

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

Desmond's

Series 4, Episode 12 - My Two Sons

Michael is put in charge of redundancies at the bank and Sean gets things going at the barbershop.

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

Monarch Of The Glen

Series 7, Episode 1

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

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8am (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Series 2, Episode 5 - Misunderstandings

Jean and Lionel bump into Jean's sister-in-law and get asked to stay with her in the country for the weekend. Jean insists on saying they've only known each other a few months, but the fib soon catches up with them.

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

Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Episode 15 - Squeak

When Duckadile loses his squeak, Wussywat decides to find it, using his ears and a pair of binoculars to spot things far away.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40am (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 5

Hyacinth calls Richard out of an important meeting when Daddy disappears - apparently to get married!

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8:40am (repeat)
The Darling Buds Of May. Pop Larkin (David Jason)

The Darling Buds Of May

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

U&Drama channel logo 9am (repeat)
The Indian Doctor. Image shows from L to R: Dr. Prem Sharma (Sanjeev Bhaskar), Kamini Sharma (Ayesha Dharker), Pushpa Bakshi (Indira Joshi). Copyright: Rondo / Avatar

The Indian Doctor

Series 2, Episode 3 - The Miracle

Trefelin is deserted as Prem waits for a vaccination unit to arrive from Cardiff.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20am (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

A selection of episodes from the 24th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:35am (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.

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

Desmond's

Series 5, Episode 4 - Lollipop Man

Porkpie invites everyone to see him in action on the school crossing.

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

Desmond's

Series 5, Episode 5 - Pardnership

Desmond goes into partnership with Lee on a sure-fire money-spinning venture.

CITV 10:50am (repeat)
Sooty. Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 21 - Pizza To Go

Sooty and the gang are put in charge of Mr Slater's Pizza Parlour but Soo would rather be a top fashion designer like Valentino Du Prado. Things go from bad to worse in the kitchen as pizzas start flying off the shelves. Perhaps a special visitor can lend a hand? Guest starring Brendan Cole.

CITV 11:05am (repeat)
Sooty. Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 22 - The Runaway Bath

A mucky Sweep is told to take a bath and clean himself up - but he gets his paw stuck in the tap. When Sooty comes to the rescue in his campervan the situation heads for disaster.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20am (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 2, Episode 13 - Breakable

Nick's decision to become a motorbike stunt driver brings more worry for Susan in this great episode. Meanwhile Janey's new job isn't what she expected it to be.

CITV 11:25am (repeat)
Bottom Knocker Street. Image shows from L to R: Councillor Cowdrey (Phill Jupitus), Colin Cowdrey (Tim Bruce), Dinga (Connor Cheeseman), Bo (Alanna Smith), Lulu (Ellie Ruiz). Copyright: Fubuloo

Bottom Knocker Street

Episode 9 - Going Nowhere

Councillor Cowdrey gets nowhere when he tries to find a town willing to twin with Lower Mintworth.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12pm (repeat)
My Family. Abi Harper (Siobhan Hayes). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 3, Episode 1 - Absent Vixen, Cheeky Monkey

Janey's off to University... and Ben couldn't be happier... just think what he can do with her room! Although Susan isn't so happy to see Janey go, she too has her own plans for her old room. Meanwhile Nick causes trouble in his latest job, working at the local supermarket.

CITV 12:15pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 36 - Bean Painting

The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean.

CITV 12:30pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 3 - The Cruise

Bean wins two tickets for an exotic cruise and takes Teddy along for the trip of a lifetime. While showing off to a new friend, Bean goes overboard and is stranded on a desert island.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40pm (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 2, Episode 3 - Bothered And Bewildered

Boycie decides his staff need to work harder and vows to sack the next employee he catches slacking. Mrs Cakeworthy is the first out the door, but she soon has her boss regretting her decision when the Londoner learns she is a witch. Elsewhere, Tyler has his own problems - he is traumatised by the school art class.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 12:40pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 5, Episode 3 - A Number Of Old Wives Tales

Arthur gets involved with Clive Cosgrove, who has several businesses run by women - but it turns out that he is married to all of them.

U&Drama channel logo 1pm (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 8 - In Which Romance Springs A Leak

Toby is beginning to realise that the benefits of going back to his ex-wife far outweigh the advantages of living alone in a sparsely furnished house with no-one to cook or clean for him.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20pm (repeat)
Going Straight. Norman Stanley Fletcher (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: BBC

Going Straight

Episode 3 - Going Sour

Rescuing 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.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:35pm (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.

U&Drama channel logo 1:40pm (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 3 - Sunday

Tracey and Sharon go with Dorien to a Sunday antique market in an old warehouse to get Garth's wedding present, but the door closes behind them and they get stuck inside.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2pm (repeat)
Going Straight. Norman Stanley Fletcher (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: BBC

Going Straight

Episode 4 - Going To Work

Fletcher's parole officer finds him a job at a hotel, but first night nerves lead to harsh words at home and the result is Fletch in the pub in his carpet slippers. It's down to Godber to make sure Fletch doesn't blow his new job before it's even begun.

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 4 - Model

Dorien is thrilled by Sharon's new job as a model and becomes her manager.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:40pm (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Series 2, Episode 5 - Misunderstandings

Jean and Lionel bump into Jean's sister-in-law and get asked to stay with her in the country for the weekend. Jean insists on saying they've only known each other a few months, but the fib soon catches up with them.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:50pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 1, Episode 28 - Hiccups

Shirley's got the hiccups but can Shaun find a cure?

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

Monarch Of The Glen

Series 7, Episode 1

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

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 2, Episode 5

Hyacinth calls Richard out of an important meeting when Daddy disappears - apparently to get married!

U&Drama channel logo 4pm (repeat)
The Indian Doctor. Image shows from L to R: Dr. Prem Sharma (Sanjeev Bhaskar), Kamini Sharma (Ayesha Dharker), Pushpa Bakshi (Indira Joshi). Copyright: Rondo / Avatar

The Indian Doctor

Series 2, Episode 3 - The Miracle

Trefelin is deserted as Prem waits for a vaccination unit to arrive from Cardiff.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4pm (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

A selection of episodes from the 24th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

CITV 4pm
15 min
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 37 - Wrestle Bean

Mr Bean becomes an accidental wrestling champion - with a little help from two little old ladies.

Talking Pictures TV 4:15pm (repeat)
Old Mother Riley's New Venture

Old Mother Riley's New Venture

A repeat of this 1949 film.

CITV 4:15pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 4 - Coconut Shy

Mr Bean hopes to win some cash prizes at the funfair, but it is not as easy as it seems!

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:20pm (repeat)
Man About The House. Image shows from L to R: Chrissy Plummer (Paula Wilcox), Robin Tripp (Richard O'Sullivan), Jo (Sally Thomsett). Copyright: Thames Television

Man About The House

Series 2, Episode 4 - Did You Ever Meet Rommel?

It's the Ropers' 20th wedding anniversary, and with George unwilling to mark it of his own initiative, Chrissy invites the couple to dinner. Robin, however, has already invited a German course-mate.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:50pm (repeat)
Rising Damp. Rupert Rigsby (Leonard Rossiter). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

Rising Damp

Series 2, Episode 4 - Moonlight And Roses

Miss Jones has become engaged to a librarian and looks set to move out - Rigsby is distraught but determined that no other man should have her. Alan, meanwhile, is already assessing suitable candidates to take on her room!

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 5pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 5, Episode 4 - The Second Time Around

When an author friend of Arthur's learns that her ex-husband has sold her house without permission, she hires Terry to help with ideas and Arthur to help get the money back.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:20pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Olive (Anna Karen). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 7, Episode 1 - Olive's Divorce

Olive is in trouble - Arthur has left her for good and she has to face the divorce court. Afterwards she's almost inconsolable and doesn't feel like being alone, but Mum's off to Aunt Maud's and Stan has a date.

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

To The Manor Born

Series 1, Episode 7

Money's tight at the Lodge, and Audrey's faced with red bills and cut-off services. Mr DeVere, meanwhile, has landed a role in a television advert to be filmed at the manor.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 2, Episode 13 - Breakable

Nick's decision to become a motorbike stunt driver brings more worry for Susan in this great episode. Meanwhile Janey's new job isn't what she expected it to be.

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 30, Episode 8 - In Which Romance Springs A Leak

Toby is beginning to realise that the benefits of going back to his ex-wife far outweigh the advantages of living alone in a sparsely furnished house with no-one to cook or clean for him.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:40pm (repeat)
My Family. Abi Harper (Siobhan Hayes). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 3, Episode 1 - Absent Vixen, Cheeky Monkey

Janey's off to University... and Ben couldn't be happier... just think what he can do with her room! Although Susan isn't so happy to see Janey go, she too has her own plans for her old room. Meanwhile Nick causes trouble in his latest job, working at the local supermarket.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:50pm (repeat)
The Joke Machine. Joke Master (Jarred Christmas). Copyright: Liberty Bell

The Joke Machine

Episode 11

This episode's jokers are Dunblane versus Rainbow Forge.

U&Drama channel logo 7:20pm (repeat)
Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?. Image shows from L to R: Terry Collier (James Bolam), Bob Ferris (Rodney Bewes). Copyright: BBC

Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?

Series 1, Episode 11 - Count Down

Mrs Chambers meticulous planning for Bob and Thelma's wedding is reaching mammoth proportions and, after hearing he has to wear top hat and tails, Terry goads the men into a mini rebellion - and they find an unexpected ally amongst the women.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20pm (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 2, Episode 3 - Bothered And Bewildered

Boycie decides his staff need to work harder and vows to sack the next employee he catches slacking. Mrs Cakeworthy is the first out the door, but she soon has her boss regretting her decision when the Londoner learns she is a witch. Elsewhere, Tyler has his own problems - he is traumatised by the school art class.

BBC Four 7:30pm (repeat)
Sorry!. Timothy Lumsden (Ronnie Corbett). Copyright: BBC

Sorry!

Series 2, Episode 1 - Cromer Or Bust

Timothy plans to send his parents off for an anniversary break in Cromer for the weekend. Then father takes a bump to the head and mother begins to panic.

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

Desmond's

Series 5, Episode 5 - Pardnership

Desmond goes into partnership with Lee on a sure-fire money-spinning venture.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Image shows left to right: Ebenezer Blackadder (Rowan Atkinson), Baldrick (Tony Robinson). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

1988 Specials, Christmas Special - Blackadder's Christmas Carol

Ebenezer Blackadder is the kindest man in England, until a visit from the Spirit of Christmas helps him to see the error of his ways.

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

Desmond's

Series 5, Episode 6 - Fairytales

Gloria's 20th birthday arrives and she's never felt so low.

London Live 9pm (repeat)
The Adam And Joe Show. Image shows from L to R: Joe Cornish, Adam Buxton. Copyright: World Of Wonder

The Adam And Joe Show

Series 2, Episode 1

Adam and Joe's collection of soft toys make their own unique version of The English Patient. Also, Adam's father Baaadad goes festival crazy, and Gary Numan gets a visit from the Vinyl Justice Squad.

Talking Pictures TV 9pm (repeat)
Old Mother Riley's New Venture

Old Mother Riley's New Venture

A repeat of this 1949 film.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Captain Edmund Blackadder (Rowan Atkinson). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Blackadder Goes Forth, Episode 1 - Captain Cook

With a bit of trickery and abuse of George's sole talent, Blackadder has himself appointed Official War Artist and hopes to be sent to Paris accordingly; however, Field Marshal Haig's plans don't quite tally with the Captain's expectations...

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
Duck Quacks Don't Echo. Lee Mack. Copyright: Magnum Media

Duck Quacks Don't Echo

Series 2, Episode 2

Lee Mack is joined by Holly Willoughby, Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm (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 18, Episode 2

In their quest to uncover the nation's most popular talking points, Jon and Sean are joined by Henry Winkler, Henning Wehn, Romesh Ranganathan and Rebecca Adlington.

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

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 5, Episode 7

Russell Howard offers up his unique perspective on the news stories that have dominated the media over the past seven days.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series G, Episode 10 - Greats

With Jo Brand, Sean Lock and David Mitchell.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 9pm
60 min
Benidorm. Image shows from L to R: Amber (Jessica Ellerby), Mateo (Jake Canuso), Les / Lesley (Tim Healy). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Benidorm

Series 8, Episode 2

Grandad Eddie Dawson must make amends with daughter-in-law Sheron. Tiger and Joey take a liking to new staff girl Amber while Mateo is the odd choice to run a staff first aid course. Meanwhile, Kenneth could be in for a windfall after the death of his beloved Uncle Herbert.

London Live 9:30pm (repeat)
The Adam And Joe Show. Image shows from L to R: Joe Cornish, Adam Buxton. Copyright: World Of Wonder

The Adam And Joe Show

Series 2, Episode 2

Adam and Joe's stuffed toy collection present Shine, their tribute to the Oscar-winning movie. Elsewhere, Ken Korda is back with his weekly guide to making it in the movies and Frank Zappa's son Ahmed Zappa finds the Vinyl Justice Squad knocking at his door.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Smithy (James Corden), Pam (Alison Steadman), Mick (Larry Lamb). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 1, Episode 5

The bride-to-be has her hen party, while Gavin embarks on two stag nights.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
The Kumars. Image shows from L to R: Ashwin (Vincent Ebrahim), Ummi (Meera Syal), Sanjeev (Sanjeev Bhaskar)

The Kumars

Episode 1

The first episode features guests Daniel Radcliffe, Chevy Chase and Olivia Colman.

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 7 (Channel 4: Series 8), Episode 1

Jimmy Carr returns to host a brand new episode, with Sean Lock and Jason Manford going up against Jon Richardson and Roisin Conaty. Sam Simmons joins Countdown's resident lexicographer Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.

TNT Sports 1 logo 10pm
60 min
The Football's On. Copyright: BT Sport

The Football's On

Series 3, Episode 9

Comedians Elis James and Charlie Baker join Ian Stone for an amusing take on the week's big footballing stories.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
Insert Name Here. Image shows from L to R: Jessica Hynes, Richard Osman, Romesh Ranganathan. Copyright: 12 Yard Productions / Black Dog Television

Insert Name Here

Series 1, Episode 3 - Kate

Josh Widdicombe and Richard Osman are supported by Jennifer Saunders, Romesh Ranganathan, Jessica Hynes and Suzannah Lipscomb.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish. Dave Gorman

Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish

Series 1, Episode 6 - Will It Make Toasters Cheaper?

Mr Gorman brings the curtain down on his mischievous series of stage shows by looking at the role faith plays in modern life.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
30 min
Crashing. Image shows from L to R: Lulu (Phoebe Waller-Bridge), Kate (Louise Ford). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Crashing

Episode 2

Anthony attempts to have a mature conversation with Lulu, Melody wants to pin down Colin for a date, and Sam encourages Fred to take a day off work.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: Andrew Flintoff, Aisling Bea, Ashley Cole, James Corden, Noel Fielding, Jack Whitehall, Jamie Redknapp. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 10, Episode 2

Footballer Ashley Cole, Mighty Boosh star Noel Fielding and comedian Aisling Bea join James Corden, Jack Whitehall, Freddie Flintoff and Jamie Redknapp.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Smithy (James Corden), Pam (Alison Steadman), Mick (Larry Lamb). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 1, Episode 6

The 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?

BBC Three 10:30pm
30 min
Siblings. Dylan (Jeremy Neumark Jones). Copyright: Bwark Productions

Siblings

Series 2, Episode 3 - Old Man Model

Hannah meets an insanely hot underwear model on a new dating app, but isn't comfortable with his living arrangements. Meanwhile, Dan has found himself in hospital and makes friends with elderly adventurer Frank.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:45pm
30 min
Tracey Ullman's Show. Image shows from L to R: Tracey Ullman, Steve Pemberton. Copyright: BBC / Allan McKeown Presents

Tracey Ullman's Show

Series 1, Episode 2

In this episode Tracey plays the Duchess of Cornwall as she babysits Prince George for the day, a man who treats the local coffee shop as his own personal office, and the wife of a Midlands couple returning from holiday to find an illegal immigrant hidden under their motorhome. Plus Dame Judi Dench causes trouble in a five-star hotel, the tutor in a Silver Surfers computer class offers some extraordinary tips, and Angela Merkel entertains embassy staff with a song.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
The Wrong Mans. Image shows from L to R: Sam (Mathew Baynton), Phil (James Corden). Copyright: BBC / Hulu

The Wrong Mans

Series 1, Episode 3 - Dead Mans

Having exchanged Jason for Scarlett, Phil and Sam's strife reaches a whole new level when a man is murdered right in front of them; MI5 agent Walker appears to be their only hope.

Comedy Central Extra 11pm
60 min version (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 5, Episode 7

Russell Howard offers up his unique perspective on the news stories that have dominated the media over the past seven days.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain

Mock The Week

A selection of episodes from the eighth series of the satirical panel game.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 11:10pm (repeat)
The Keith Lemon Sketch Show. Image shows from L to R: Hank Osasuna, Leigh Francis. Copyright: Talkback / Bang Tidy Productions

The Keith Lemon Sketch Show

Series 1, Episode 5

Keith and friends send up a whole host of famous faces, including One Direction, Kim Kardashian and long-time collaborator Holly Willoughby.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:15pm (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 49, Episode 2

Victoria Coren Mitchell joins Ian Hislop and Paul Merton. Lord Prescott and Alun Cochrane are the guests.

U&Drama channel logo 11:20pm (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 3 - Sunday

Tracey and Sharon go with Dorien to a Sunday antique market in an old warehouse to get Garth's wedding present, but the door closes behind them and they get stuck inside.

Comedy Central 11:30pm (repeat)
Drunk History. Thomas Cromwell (Mathew Horne). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Drunk History

Series 1, Episode 2

Tom Rosenthal talks The Great Fire of London, Andrew Maxwell on graverobbers Burke and Hare, and Rob Beckett on Queen Victoria's unwanted cheese.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40pm (repeat)
The Comic Strip Presents.... Credit: Comic Strip Productions

The Comic Strip Presents...

Episode 1 - Four Men In A Plane

The four salesmen share a flight from hell on their way to a conference. With so many egos and so much machismo on display, the first part of the journey is taken up with squabbles over Airmiles and upgrades.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 11:40pm (repeat)
The Keith Lemon Sketch Show. Image shows from L to R: Hank Osasuna, Leigh Francis. Copyright: Talkback / Bang Tidy Productions

The Keith Lemon Sketch Show

Series 1, Episode 6

The fast-paced sketch show in which Keith Lemon affectionately spoofs the world of TV, Film and famous faces continues.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:45pm (repeat)
The Graham Norton Show. Graham Norton. Credit: So Television, Christopher Baines

The Graham Norton Show

Series 18, Episode 15 - Matthew Perry, Gemma Arterton, Miriam Margolyes, Jack Savoretti

Matthew Perry says rumours of a Friends reunion are not true, Gemma Arterton says her family is not keen on her RADA accent, Miriam Margolyes says she often pretends to be Scottish and Jack Savoretti performs live in the studio.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 11:45pm (repeat)
The Jonathan Ross Show. Jonathan Ross. Copyright: Hot Sauce / ITV Studios

The Jonathan Ross Show

Series 10, Episode 2 - Michael Caine, Sue Perkins, Sylvester Stallone, Michael B Jordan

Jonathan welcomes Sir Michael Caine for his first British chat show appearance in nearly ten years; comedian Sue Perkins; Rambo and Rocky star Sylvester Stallone and one of Hollywood's brightest young talents, Michael B Jordan.

ITV Encore 12:05am (repeat)
At Home With The Braithwaites

At Home With The Braithwaites

Comedy drama about the Leeds Braithwaite family, whose lives are changed when mum wins £36 million on the lottery.

BBC Three 12:30am (repeat)
Siblings. Dylan (Jeremy Neumark Jones). Copyright: Bwark Productions

Siblings

Series 2, Episode 3 - Old Man Model

Hannah meets an insanely hot underwear model on a new dating app, but isn't comfortable with his living arrangements. Meanwhile, Dan has found himself in hospital and makes friends with elderly adventurer Frank.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:50am (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 18, Episode 1

Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson and Sean Lock are joined by guests Jack Dee, Rob Beckett, Radio 1 DJ Gemma Cairney and Made In Chelsea's Jamie Laing.

London Live 1am (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell), Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

A selection of episodes from the first series of the Mitchell & Webb sitcom.

U&Drama channel logo 1am (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 4 - Model

Dorien is thrilled by Sharon's new job as a model and becomes her manager.

U&Dave channel logo 1am
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series G, Episode 14 - Greeks

With Phill Jupitus, Clive Anderson and Rich Hall.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:05am (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Smithy (James Corden), Pam (Alison Steadman), Mick (Larry Lamb). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 1, Episode 5

The bride-to-be has her hen party, while Gavin embarks on two stag nights.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:45am (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Smithy (James Corden), Pam (Alison Steadman), Mick (Larry Lamb). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 1, Episode 6

The 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?

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 1:55am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 5, Episode 4 - The Second Time Around

When an author friend of Arthur's learns that her ex-husband has sold her house without permission, she hires Terry to help with ideas and Arthur to help get the money back.

Comedy Central Extra 2am (repeat)
Comedy Store. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Store

Mickey is stressed with life in the middle class and the amount of ketchup given in restaurants! Learn of his days as an international lover, dreams of being a van driver and more at the Comedy Store!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:20am (repeat)
The Wrong Mans. Image shows from L to R: Sam (Mathew Baynton), Phil (James Corden). Copyright: BBC / Hulu

The Wrong Mans

Series 1, Episode 3 - Dead Mans

Having exchanged Jason for Scarlett, Phil and Sam's strife reaches a whole new level when a man is murdered right in front of them; MI5 agent Walker appears to be their only hope.

Talking Pictures TV 2:25am (repeat)
Talking Pictures TV

Squibs

A repeat of this 1935 film.

Comedy Central Extra 2:30am (repeat)
Jason Byrne Live: Cirque Du Byrne. Jason Byrne

Jason Byrne Live: Cirque Du Byrne

A TV broadcast of Jason Byrne's tour show.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:50am (repeat)
The Comic Strip Presents.... Credit: Comic Strip Productions

The Comic Strip Presents...

Episode 1 - Four Men In A Plane

The four salesmen share a flight from hell on their way to a conference. With so many egos and so much machismo on display, the first part of the journey is taken up with squabbles over Airmiles and upgrades.

London Live 3am (repeat)
Misfits. Image shows from L to R: Curtis (Nathan Stewart-Jarrett), Kelly (Lauren Socha), Simon (Iwan Rheon), Alisha (Antonia Thomas), Rudy (Joe Gilgun). Copyright: Clerkenwell Films

Misfits

Series 3, Episode 2

Bored with the direction in which his life is heading and still banned from athletics, Curtis uses his new gender-swap power so that he can compete again.

U&Dave channel logo 3am (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Russell Howard, Dara O Briain, Hugh Dennis, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 8, Episode 4

With guests Milton Jones, Jack Whitehall and Holly Walsh.

U&Drama channel logo 3:10am (repeat)
Jam & Jerusalem. Image shows from L to R: Susie (Suzy Aitchison), Eileen Pike (Maggie Steed), Tip Haddam (Pauline McLynn), Rosie Bales (Dawn French), Sal Vine (Sue Johnston). Copyright: BBC

Jam & Jerusalem

Series 2, Episode 4

The 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.

Comedy Central Extra 3:25am (repeat)
Grouchy Young Men. Image shows from L to R: Jon Richardson, Donny Tourette, Jim Jefferies, Jack P. Shepherd, Seann Walsh. Copyright: Liberty Bell

Grouchy Young Men

Pilot, Episode 1 - Grumpy Young Men

It seems it's not only over-the-hillers who are disillusioned. These twenty something men, including Russell Kane and Jim Jeffries, are rather dazed and confused with the issue of being grown up.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:30am (repeat)
Men Behaving Badly. Image shows from L to R: Gary Strang (Martin Clunes), Dorothy (Caroline Quentin), Tony Smart (Neil Morrissey), Deborah (Leslie Ash). Copyright: Hartswood Films Ltd

Men Behaving Badly

Series 3, Episode 6 - Marriage

Could this signal the end of a beautiful affair with lager and takeaways? Gary proposes marriage to Dorothy when he is drunk - then when sober, tries to get out of it!

Share this page

Subscribe to our newsletters