British Comedy Guide

Television

TV schedule Tuesday 19th January 2016

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (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.

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 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.

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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:05am (repeat)
Sorry!. Timothy Lumsden (Ronnie Corbett). Copyright: BBC

Sorry!

Series 2, Episode 5 - The Next Best Man

Frank announces he's getting married to long-term girlfriend Jennifer, and after an accident Tim is promoted to best man duties.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40am (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 6 - The Cruise

Jean's personal life has become the focal point of conversation between Judith and Sandy. Lionel offers Jean a free cruise, but her response is not what he'd imagined. Alistair has another bright idea for shaping Lionel's image ahead of the book launch.

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

Desmond's

Series 4, Episode 13 - The Godmother

It could be wedding bells for Michael unless Beverly has her way.

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

Monarch Of The Glen

Series 7, Episode 2

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

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20am (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 2, Episode 6

Onslow celebrates his birthday. Reluctantly, Daisy invites Hyacinth - and equally reluctantly, Hyacinth accepts. She's far keener, however, when she learns Rose's new boyfriend - a businessman - will pick her up in his limousine.

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

Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Episode 12 - Hot

Wussywat has made himself really hot and sweaty chasing Duckadile round the garden. They both need to cool off.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8:30am (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 4 - Quarantine

With Trefelin under quarantine, supplies are getting low.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9am (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 25th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 12 - Shorter And Shorter

The Twirlywoos find out how to make something shorter when they unravel a woolly blanket. The Very Important Lady is missing some pieces, and she's not happy about her shorter stature!

London Live 10am (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.

London Live 10:30am (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.

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

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 23 - Run Rabbit Run

Richard is nervous when he finds out the park is due for an inspection. Sooty builds a robot to help him tidy, and everything is soon spotless - if only Soo's rabbit wasn't on the loose.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11am (repeat)
My Family. Abi Harper (Siobhan Hayes). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 3, Episode 2 - Shrink Rap

Susan finds a letter on Michael's desk inviting her and Ben to a school auction - Michael hasn't shown it to them though because he doesn't want them to go as they are too embarrassing. At the auction Susan bids for nearly everything including a therapy session for couples. Also, Ben finds himself bidding for his own gift when a patient with very bad breath bids for his free dental treatment!

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

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 24 - The New Ride

The Lady Mayoress is coming to open the park's new ghost train so Sooty and the gang are determined to impress. But when Richard's best suit is ruined and Sweep is put in charge of the banners, it's a race against time to get everything ready. With special guest star Ann Widdecombe.

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 41 - Luck What Luck?

When Dinga obtains a magic waistcoat, Councillor Cowdrey is determined to get his hands on it.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40am (repeat)
My Family. Abi Harper (Siobhan Hayes). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 3, Episode 3 - Desperately Squeaking Susan

Susan, still missing Janey, decides that she needs some female company and so invites Abi, the daughter of a hated cousin of Ben's, to dinner. Ben, as usual, is against her idea. Abi turns out to be the most accident-prone, clumsy person you could meet... qualities that make her someone who Ben would like to never see again. He'll just have to get used to her though because Susan invites her to come and live with them!

CITV 12:15pm (repeat)
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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason), Grandad (Lennard Pearce). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 3, Episode 4 - Yesterday Never Comes

When Del acquires a piece of furniture he believes it to be valuable, and when upper-class Miranda answers his newspaper advert for it, he thinks he's gone 'up-market'. But can she really have been wooed by his charm, or is it something more commercial?

CITV 12:30pm (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!

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 12:45pm (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.

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 9 - Variations On A Theme Of Father's Day

In order that Hobbo can find out more about Nelly, his supposed mother, he has Howard eavesdrop on her when she is visiting Pearl.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1pm (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.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 12 - Shorter And Shorter

The Twirlywoos find out how to make something shorter when they unravel a woolly blanket. The Very Important Lady is missing some pieces, and she's not happy about her shorter stature!

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 5 - Nuptials

As the day of Garth's wedding dawns, a depressed Dorien informs Sharon and Tracey that she has no intention of attending the ceremony. Then Darryl's father Les arrives and suggests that he should move in with them.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2pm (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...

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 1, Episode 1 - Nicked

Sharon is poor with a low-life husband, her sister Tracey lives the high life in a luxury house, but when their husbands are sent to prison for armed robbery they are forced to live together, next to Chigwell's most vivacious socialite.

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 6 - The Cruise

Jean's personal life has become the focal point of conversation between Judith and Sandy. Lionel offers Jean a free cruise, but her response is not what he'd imagined. Alistair has another bright idea for shaping Lionel's image ahead of the book launch.

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

Shaun The Sheep

Series 1, Episode 23 - Wash Day

When the farmer's clothesline gets used as a ride can the sheep rewash the clothes before the farmer returns?

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

Monarch Of The Glen

Series 7, Episode 2

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 6

Onslow celebrates his birthday. Reluctantly, Daisy invites Hyacinth - and equally reluctantly, Hyacinth accepts. She's far keener, however, when she learns Rose's new boyfriend - a businessman - will pick her up in his limousine.

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 4 - Quarantine

With Trefelin under quarantine, supplies are getting low.

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 25th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

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

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 38 - Rare Bird

Mr Bean loves bird spotting and is desperate to tick off the last elusive bird in his book.

Talking Pictures TV 4:10pm (repeat)
A Touch Of The Sun. Bill Darling (Frankie Howerd)

A Touch Of The Sun

Comedy about a day-dreaming hotel porter who inherits £10,000.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:15pm (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 5 - Two Foot Two, Eyes Of Blue

Chrissy and Robin take Jo's place babysitting for a neighbour when she manages to double book herself, arranging a date on the same evening. Could romance finally blossom?

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

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 5 - Green Bean

Bean's electricity supply is cut off when Mrs Wicket sees her enormous electricity bill. As the snow falls outside, Bean has an idea - build a wind turbine in the back garden to provide his own power. All goes well until an unexpected storm sends the turbine into overdrive.

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

Millie Inbetween

Series 2, Episode 7 - So Long Sunnyshopper

When mum is made redundant from her job at Sunnyshopper, the family are supportive - until she starts a regime of frenzied over-tidying.

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

Rising Damp

Series 2, Episode 5 - A Perfect Gentleman

Rigsby's found a new lodger for the house; the charming gentleman Seymour, staying in town away from his country estate. Philip and Alan aren't quite as convinced of his authenticity though.

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

Minder

Series 5, Episode 5 - Second Hand Pose

After being left in an industrial freezer, Terry decides to look for alternative employment and gets work helping out an old friend in the second-hand furniture business.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 3 - Stonehenge, England

Can the Go Jetters stop Glitch playing dominoes with the ancient stones of Stonehenge?

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

On The Buses

Series 7, Episode 2 - The Perfect Clippie

Without Arthur's share of the housekeeping, Mum just can't afford three good meals on Stan's income alone so he insists Olive get a job. After some grovelling Blakey agrees to trial her as a clippie again - and she soon turns out to be the best in the depot!

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Image shows from L to R: Richard DeVere (Peter Bowles), Mrs. Polouvicka (Daphne Heard). Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Series 2, Episode 1

Richard has a new farm manager on the estate assessing Grantleigh farm's efficiency. When he suggests that, following Brabinger's accident, Ned should take over the role for a few weeks, suspicions are raised.

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

My Family

Series 3, Episode 2 - Shrink Rap

Susan finds a letter on Michael's desk inviting her and Ben to a school auction - Michael hasn't shown it to them though because he doesn't want them to go as they are too embarrassing. At the auction Susan bids for nearly everything including a therapy session for couples. Also, Ben finds himself bidding for his own gift when a patient with very bad breath bids for his free dental treatment!

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 9 - Variations On A Theme Of Father's Day

In order that Hobbo can find out more about Nelly, his supposed mother, he has Howard eavesdrop on her when she is visiting Pearl.

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 3 - Desperately Squeaking Susan

Susan, still missing Janey, decides that she needs some female company and so invites Abi, the daughter of a hated cousin of Ben's, to dinner. Ben, as usual, is against her idea. Abi turns out to be the most accident-prone, clumsy person you could meet... qualities that make her someone who Ben would like to never see again. He'll just have to get used to her though because Susan invites her to come and live with them!

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 6:50pm (repeat)
Run Fatboy Run. Dennis Doyle (Simon Pegg). Copyright: Material Entertainment

Run Fatboy Run

Having previously jilted his fiancée at the altar, Dennis Doyle attempts to win her back by running a marathon.

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

The Joke Machine

Episode 12

This episode's jokers are Fox Primary versus Lea Forest.

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 12 - Boys' Night In

Terry is all up for the traditional eve-of-wedding stag night but Bob, much to Terry's horror, decides that he would prefer to spend a quiet night in with a cup of tea and a game of ludo! All goes according to plan until Bob spills ink on his wedding trousers.

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 4 - Mother Earth

Beth's concern for animal welfare has far-reaching consequences for Winterdown Farm. Marlene's pursuit of a more holistic way of life proves to be crunch time for Boycie and something of an eye opener for Beth.

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

Sorry!

Series 2, Episode 2 - Perchance To Dream

Timothy's suffering from troubling nightmares in which he's back at school and being beaten by the headmaster - aged 41! He decides to consult a psychotherapist, who offers him advice on an interview for a promotion.

London Live 8pm (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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Captain Edmund Blackadder (Rowan Atkinson). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Blackadder Goes Forth, Episode 2 - Corporal Punishment

After having trouble with the trenches' telephone system, Blackadder is facing a court-martial for disobeying orders; and far more seriously, shooting and eating Melchett's prized pet pigeon, Speckled Jim. Is there any hope for the Captain, or does a firing squad and certain death await?

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
Duck Quacks Don't Echo. Lee Mack. Copyright: Magnum Media

Duck Quacks Don't Echo

Series 2, Episode 3

Lee Mack and Johnny Vegas, Mel Giedroyc and Freddie Flintoff test some facts.

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

Desmond's

Series 5, Episode 7 - Love Match

Matthew is in love and wants to get married. Again.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Baldrick (Tony Robinson). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Blackadder Goes Forth, Episode 3 - Major Star

Melchett instructs Blackadder to organise a concert party in order to raise the troops' morale, following the Russians' withdrawal from combat. However, the General takes a particular liking to George's drag act, which could put a halt to proceedings...

London Live 9pm (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb), Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 1, Episode 1 - Warring Factions

Mark's inappropriate hand placing leave him in a bad position with the object of his desire, Sophie.

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

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 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.

Comedy Central 9pm (repeat)
Kevin & Perry Go Large. Image shows from L to R: Kevin (Harry Enfield), Perry (Kathy Burke)

Kevin & Perry Go Large

Film spin-off for the popular Harry Enfield characters. Kevin and Perry visit Ibiza.

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 14 - Greeks

With Phill Jupitus, Clive Anderson and Rich Hall.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm
60 min
Stella. Beyonce (Remy Beasley). Copyright: Tidy Productions

Stella

Series 5, Episode 2

As Stella and Michael try to get their relationship back on track, Beyoncé starts making outrageous demands. Meanwhile, Karl and Nadine take up dancing.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason), Grandad (Lennard Pearce). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 3, Episode 4 - Yesterday Never Comes

When Del acquires a piece of furniture he believes it to be valuable, and when upper-class Miranda answers his newspaper advert for it, he thinks he's gone 'up-market'. But can she really have been wooed by his charm, or is it something more commercial?

London Live 9:30pm (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb), Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Interview

Mark decides that Jeremy needs a job, because he is behind with his rent, so he gets him a job application for JLB Finance. Mark then goes to work to carry on his flirtation with Sophie via post-it notes cartoons.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Dave Best (Craig Cash), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Antony Royle (Ralf Little)

The Royle Family

Series 1, Episode 5

Dave and Denise arrive home late, arguing loudly and threatening to call off the wedding - now just a week away. Soon the whole family are up and smoothing over the cracks of the evening.

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

Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish

Series 2, Episode 5 - I Would Drink That Bathwater

Dave devilishly dissects modern life as he judges the worth of online petitions and reveals how he beat Alex Reid - not at cage fighting, obviously.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
60 min
Virtually Famous. Image shows from L to R: Jamie Laing, Seann Walsh, Ellie Taylor. Copyright: Talkback / Hungry Bear Media

Virtually Famous

Series 3, Episode 1

Kevin McHale is back to host the third series of the hit comedy panel show. Seann Walsh and Chris Stark are joined by Jimmy Carr, Made In Chelsea's Jamie Laing, Jay Hutton from Tattoo Fixers and comedian Ellie Taylor.

BBC Three 10:30pm
45 min version
(repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 6, Episode 5

The results of the local political elections are analysed, and some asparagus predicts the future. The Mystery Guest gets Russell to use a skipping rope. The Good News Extra comic is Paul Foot, who talks a lot about Shire Horses.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40pm (repeat)
The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Dave Best (Craig Cash), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Antony Royle (Ralf Little)

The Royle Family

Series 1, Episode 6

Denise and Dave's wedding day has finally arrived, and the family are busy readying themselves for the ceremony - and drinking - ahead.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 11pm (repeat)
Psychobitches. Image shows from L to R: Emily Brontë (Katy Brand), Charlotte Brontë (Selina Griffiths), Anne Brontë (Sarah Solemani). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Psychobitches

Series 1, Episode 2

Steve Pemberton plays an unusually gruff Dian Fossey. Katy Brand's pork pie-munching Diana Dors is confronted by Sam Spiro's glamorous Marilyn Monroe, while Sharon Horgan gives her take on a brooding Virginia Woolf and a love-struck Cleopatra.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11pm (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 1

Jimmy Carr and team captains Jon Richardson and Sean Lock are back for a new series of the topical comedy panel show. The teams are joined by celebrity guests Paul Hollywood, Dawn O'Porter, Joe Wilkinson and Rob Beckett.

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.

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 5 - Nuptials

As the day of Garth's wedding dawns, a depressed Dorien informs Sharon and Tracey that she has no intention of attending the ceremony. Then Darryl's father Les arrives and suggests that he should move in with them.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20pm (repeat)
Early Doors. Image shows from L to R: Joe (Craig Cash), Duffy (Phil Mealey). Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Early Doors

Series 1, Episode 3

Ken is forced to downsize the transport for the Big Boy's Beano, they'll be going in a taxi soon.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 11:30pm (repeat)
Psychobitches. Image shows from L to R: Emily Brontë (Katy Brand), Charlotte Brontë (Selina Griffiths), Anne Brontë (Sarah Solemani). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Psychobitches

Series 1, Episode 3

Liz Taylor devours a chocolate éclair before discussing her two marriages to Richard Burton.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV Midnight (repeat)
The Comic Strip presents The Hunt For Tony Blair. Image shows from L to R: Alastair Campbell (Harry Enfield), Margaret Thatcher (Jennifer Saunders), Tony Blair (Stephen Mangan). Copyright: Comic Strip Productions

The Comic Strip Presents...

Episode 1 - The Hunt For Tony Blair

The Comic Strip team return for a special 50s-style 'fugitive' film noir spoof. Prime Minister Tony Blair is wanted for murder and is on the run.

ITV Encore Midnight (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.

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 17, Episode 4

The teams are joined by guests Mel Giedroyc, Johnny Vegas, Aisling Bea and Kym Marsh.

London Live 1am (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.

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 1, Episode 1 - Nicked

Sharon is poor with a low-life husband, her sister Tracey lives the high life in a luxury house, but when their husbands are sent to prison for armed robbery they are forced to live together, next to Chigwell's most vivacious socialite.

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

The Royle Family

Series 1, Episode 5

Dave and Denise arrive home late, arguing loudly and threatening to call off the wedding - now just a week away. Soon the whole family are up and smoothing over the cracks of the evening.

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Stella. Beyonce (Remy Beasley). Copyright: Tidy Productions

Stella

Series 5, Episode 2

As Stella and Michael try to get their relationship back on track, Beyoncé starts making outrageous demands. Meanwhile, Karl and Nadine take up dancing.

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QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series G, Episode 15 - Green

With Jeremy Clarkson, Bill Bailey and Danny Baker.

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The Almost Impossible Gameshow

Series 1, Episode 2

Comedy duo The Rubber Bandits provide anarchic commentary and their own twisted, surreal take on the action as the increasingly bedraggled contestants make their way through the show.

London Live 1:30am (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.

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Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 5, Episode 5 - Second Hand Pose

After being left in an industrial freezer, Terry decides to look for alternative employment and gets work helping out an old friend in the second-hand furniture business.

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

The Royle Family

Series 1, Episode 6

Denise and Dave's wedding day has finally arrived, and the family are busy readying themselves for the ceremony - and drinking - ahead.

London Live 2am (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb), Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 1, Episode 5 - Dream Job

Mark is up for promotion at work, but loses out to Sophie. Jez starts a new job at the music studio Super-Hands works at, although he's only allowed to work on reception.

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Early Doors. Image shows from L to R: Joe (Craig Cash), Duffy (Phil Mealey). Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Early Doors

Series 1, Episode 3

Ken is forced to downsize the transport for the Big Boy's Beano, they'll be going in a taxi soon.

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Tommy Cooper

Episode 7

Tommy Cooper presents his own show, with sketches and special guests. This week, he is assisted by Vincent Price.

London Live 2:30am (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb), Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 1, Episode 6 - Funeral

Jeremy's uncle Ray, is dying in a hospice. Jeremy decides to deal with his uncle's death by taking advantage of Toni. Or at least he tries too. Meanwhile Mark finally gets Sophie on a date... at the funeral.

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Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 2, Episode 15

Imran Yusef has his own citizenship test, Roger Monkhouse thinks we're f***ed, James Acaster is perplexed and Roisin Conaty watches a 'karate' film.

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The Comic Strip presents The Hunt For Tony Blair. Image shows from L to R: Alastair Campbell (Harry Enfield), Margaret Thatcher (Jennifer Saunders), Tony Blair (Stephen Mangan). Copyright: Comic Strip Productions

The Comic Strip Presents...

Episode 1 - The Hunt For Tony Blair

The Comic Strip team return for a special 50s-style 'fugitive' film noir spoof. Prime Minister Tony Blair is wanted for murder and is on the run.

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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 3

Still trying to fulfil his destiny by becoming SuperHoodie, Simon saves Peter, a geeky comic-book nerd, from being mugged.

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

Mock The Week

Series 13, Episode 7

Dara O Briain hosts the topical panel show as guests Ed Byrne, Gary Delaney, Katherine Ryan and Josh Widdicombe take a satirical swipe at the week's news.

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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 5

Clatterford 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.

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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

Series 1, Episode 1

This episode introduces our Grouchy Young Men - including Russell Kane and Donny Tourette - and their irksome memories of those rites of passage years.

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Rex The Runt. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Rex The Runt

Claymation sitcom from Aardman Animations. The ten minute episodes revolve around the lives of four dogs - Rex, Bad Bob, Wendy and Vince.

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