Television
TV schedule Friday 17th June 2016
Desmond's
A selection of episodes from the second series of Channel 4's longest-running sitcom.
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.
Justin's House
Series 1, Episode 7 - Suits You JustinJustin is going out to dinner, but he has played football in his best suit. As long as he doesn't shrink it in the wash, everything will be fine. Will Justin follow the washing instructions properly? And how will a giant duvet come to everyone's rescue?
Minder
Series 3, Episode 6 - Another Bride, Another GroomThe shady dealings of a loveable rogue. The last thing Arthur wants to do on his niece's wedding day is shift a consignment of pornographic magazines.
As Time Goes By
Series 9, Highlights Special - You Must Remember This....Hour-long special edition. Alone in the house, Jean and Lionel recall memorable events during their life together.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 3 - GreenfingerTrying to 'help' by watering Squawkencluck's plants, DM unleashes a planet-wide extra-terrestrial sprawling welsh weed.
Boj
Episode 5 - In The HothouseWhen Mia and Rupa disagree over how to help Mr Cloppity water the plants in his hothouse they break the hose. But Boj invents a game they can all play to get the plants watered. He even creates a little hothouse of his own where Pops's outback marigold, a long way from home, can live happily in Giggly Park.
As Time Goes By
Series 7, Episode 3 - The New NeighboursWhen the new next-door neighbours - a Mr and Mrs Duncan - move in, Jean undertakes some strategic snooping to find out what they are like.
Diddy TV
Series 1, Highlights Special - That's What You ThinkDiddy Dick Dom have their very own TV station. The pair look back at some of their greatest ratings hits over their first season on air.
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 27 - The Strokkur Geyser, IcelandThe geysers in Iceland are blocked - Glitch is to blame and it could cause an earthquake. Go Jetters go!
Counterfeit Cat
Episode 11 - Hang In ThereMax and Gark mistake a famous poster of a cat for a real animal, and when the poster disintegrates they think the world will end unless they find a replacement.
Counterfeit Cat
Episode 5 - Go ViralKeen to help Max, Gark uses his powers more than he should until they begin to go out of control.
The Brittas Empire
Despite his ambition and good intentions, everything seems to go wrong at Whitbury New Town Leisure Centre when manager Gordon Brittas is around.
Millie Inbetween
Series 1, Episode 5 - Trick Or TreatIt's Halloween, and Amber brings her kids, Fran and Jake, over to Dad's to meet the girls. Things are more frosty than spooky, especially when Jake destroys Millie's special costume. Over at Mum's house, Mum thinks Craig's zombie make-up is a little too realistic, but he's a big hit with the local trick or treaters when he answers the door.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 3, Episode 2 - Iron Age RemainsHyacinth plans to help Richard make the most of his retirement, starting off with a trip to look for remains of an iron age settlement. Rose, meanwhile, is torn between depression and lust.
The Darling Buds Of May
Comedy drama series about H.E. Bates's eccentric Larkin family.
Roy
Series 3, Episode 7 - The Roy TrapRoy hears his parents arguing and worries that they may be separating. What he doesn't realise is that they are acting in a local play, directed by Mr Hammond. Roy has to intervene when he thinks Mr Hammond is falling in love with his mother.
Wussywat The Clumsy Cat
Episode 3 - JumpyWussywat discovers a frog in the garden and learns how to jump, although he can't jump as far as Oggy and Duckadile.
Twirlywoos
Series 1, Episode 19 - PopThe Twirlywoos learn about popping when they encounter a machine that makes bubbles. Back in the Boat, Peekaboo interrupts teatime when he blows some bubbles of his own.
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 29th and 30th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
Sooty
Series 1, Episode 17 - Chocco ChimpThe prizes have disappeared from Mr Slater's new crazy golf course, and Richard is puzzled. Then the famous detectives Sherlock Sooty and Doctor Watsit are called in to investigate - and set a trap to catch the thief. Guest starring Matthew Corbett.
Sooty
Series 1, Episode 18 - Who's A Clever Bird?Richard has booked a circus to entertain the guests but it hasn't arrived, so Sooty asks the owner of the bird garden to save the day with his clever budgies.
The Battle Of The Sexes
Peter Sellers stars as an accountant who revolts when an American tries to modernise his traditional firm.
Millie Inbetween
Series 1, Episode 5 - Trick Or TreatIt's Halloween, and Amber brings her kids, Fran and Jake, over to Dad's to meet the girls. Things are more frosty than spooky, especially when Jake destroys Millie's special costume. Over at Mum's house, Mum thinks Craig's zombie make-up is a little too realistic, but he's a big hit with the local trick or treaters when he answers the door.
The Green Green Grass
Series 1, Episode 5 - Pillow TalkBoycie struggles to come to terms with the news that his prize bull is gay, and Marlene finds she's missing the noise of the city after suffering sleepless nights. Tyler is delighted to learn he's failed all but two of his GCSEs, thinking he'll no longer be accepted into private school - but his parents have other ideas.
The Vicar Of Dibley
Series 1, Episode 6 - AnimalsGeraldine's idea of a special service to bless and celebrate animals - the focus of much of the rural village's life - is welcomed warmly by her flock, but soon finds Dibley ridiculed in the national tabloids. Could this lead to her departure from the community already?
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 4, Episode 3 - JubileeFoggy wants to do something for the Royal Jubilee. This simple wish means enlisting the support of Compo and Clegg, and offering their services to the vicar - but things do not quite go to plan.
Wussywat The Clumsy Cat
Episode 3 - JumpyWussywat discovers a frog in the garden and learns how to jump, although he can't jump as far as Oggy and Duckadile.
Twirlywoos
Series 1, Episode 19 - PopThe Twirlywoos learn about popping when they encounter a machine that makes bubbles. Back in the Boat, Peekaboo interrupts teatime when he blows some bubbles of his own.
As Time Goes By
Series 7, Episode 3 - The New NeighboursWhen the new next-door neighbours - a Mr and Mrs Duncan - move in, Jean undertakes some strategic snooping to find out what they are like.
Bread
Liverpudlian Boswell family are experts at exploiting the system to get by in life, with plenty of dodgy deals and government handouts to help.
The Brittas Empire
Despite his ambition and good intentions, everything seems to go wrong at Whitbury New Town Leisure Centre when manager Gordon Brittas is around.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 3, Episode 4 - Just FamilySharon and Tracey fear for their future when Darryl's parents visit.
Miss Tulip Stays The Night
Murder mystery comedy. A couple are suspected of murder when a visitor to their rented cottage is found shot dead.
Diddy TV
Series 1, Highlights Special - That's What You ThinkDiddy Dick Dom have their very own TV station. The pair look back at some of their greatest ratings hits over their first season on air.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 3, Episode 2 - Iron Age RemainsHyacinth plans to help Richard make the most of his retirement, starting off with a trip to look for remains of an iron age settlement. Rose, meanwhile, is torn between depression and lust.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 2, Episode 10 - Lock OutWhile preparing for bed, the farmer manages to lock himself out of the house and is stuck outside in his pyjamas. He decides to spend the night in the barn but his incessant snoring drives the flock mad. Shaun concocts a plan to return him to his bed without waking him up.
Timmy Time
Spin-off from Shaun The Sheep for the CBeebies channel, featuring Timmy the baby lamb and his friends.
Zig And Zag
Episode 24 - You Want Frights With That?Zig and Zag stage their own haunting in a bid to get their video onto their favourite TV show Ghost Hunters Live, If They Weren't Dead 5.
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 29th and 30th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
In Loving Memory
Series 4, Episode 1 - Flying UndertakerAfter being buzzed by a low-flying plane and finding its pilot is an attractive young woman, Billy sets his sight on the skies. But Auntie Ivy isn't going to let him get into danger without sticking an oar in!
Counterfeit Cat
Episode 3 - Max vs MachineMax finds he can't manipulate the automatic cat feeder the same way he could Betty.
Carry On Dick
Sid James and Barbara Windsor go out in style in their last Carry On film, based on the legend of Dick Turpin.
On The Buses
Series 7, Episode 11 - The AllowanceA new clippie arrives at the depot, but she is no ordinary woman! A committed feminist, it's not long before Jack's turned her to his advantage in the never-ending war against the Inspector, as all the clippies demand extra pay for public convenience visits on their routes.
Old Mother Riley
Old Mother Riley and her daughter foil a plan of disinherited relatives to break a will, which states that a stranger must be taken in for 6 months.
Mother Riley Meets The Vampire
A repeat of this 1952 film.
Man About The House
Series 1, Episode 4 - And Then There Were TwoSparks begin to fly in the flat, but with two women and just one man, someone's bound to get in the way. When Robin heads out for a drink with old friend Larry, things get even more complicated!
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 28 - The Aqueduct of Segovia, SpainGrandmaster Glitch turns Segovia Aqueduct into a giant water slide and the Go Jetters must stop it toppling to the ground.
Horrible Science
Episode 1 - Deadly DiseasesThis episode coughs up the disgusting details of snot, sneezes and viruses, from the cruel common cold to shocking smallpox.
The Darling Buds Of May
Comedy drama series about H.E. Bates's eccentric Larkin family.
Scream Street
Series 1, Episode 19 - Homework From HellLuke is used to putting off his homework but the more he puts it off, the bigger the burden grows. Until eventually his homework turns into an unmanageable monster.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 5, Episode 6 - Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?Del is offered a business opportunity that he finds difficult to turn down. To accept would mean emigrating to Australia and leaving the family behind. What should he do?
Birds Of A Feather
Series 9, Episode 3 - SundayTracey 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.
Zig And Zag
Episode 25 - Chez ZogIn an attempt to raise enough cash to eat at the fanciest restaurant in Burbia, Zig and Zag set up their own fancy restaurant.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 6, Episode 6 - Little ProblemsRodney's wedding is approaching and Del has promised him money for the deposit on his new flat. However, he's also unknowingly promised the same money to the Driscoll brothers, two local thugs who he inadvertently did business with. Will it be Rodney's hopes or Del's body to take a beating?
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 4, Episode 3 - JubileeFoggy wants to do something for the Royal Jubilee. This simple wish means enlisting the support of Compo and Clegg, and offering their services to the vicar - but things do not quite go to plan.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 10 - Jeopardy MouseWhen the Baron rearranges the countries of the world Danger Mouse reluctantly joins forces with his American counterpart, Jeopardy Mouse, and takes New Zealand for a spin.
Horrible Histories
Series 4, Episode 10William the Conqueror has some trouble conquering the town of Ely; Greek philosopher Diogenes reveals his disgusting tactic for getting rid of people he doesn't like; a Saxon joins a modern dating agency, and there is a surprise in store for the people on Victorian Wife Swap.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 4, Episode 1 - A Job For RichardRichard is far from happy when Hyacinth concocts an elaborate plan to turn him into an executive.
Dad's Army
Series 6, Episode 2 - My British BuddyThe Americans have joined the war - finally - and some of them are coming to Walmington. It is decided to celebrate their arrival with a darts match in one of the local pubs. The plan does not go well.
The Vicar Of Dibley
Series 1, Episode 5 - ElectionThe council elections are impending, and David's standing for re-election. When Geraldine unknowingly criticises his performance, the locals decide she'd be a far better candidate. For a woman with no political intent it's a daunting prospect, but David could be willing to strike a bargain...
The Green Green Grass
Series 4, Episode 6 - The DepartedTyler is preparing for his first gig with his band, but he is worried he is going to ruin his credibility by turning up with mummy and daddy in tow. Meanwhile the staff spot a way to make a quick buck.
The Good Old Days
Traditional music-hall entertainment, with songs, sketches and stand-up comedy from the Leeds City Varieties.
The Vicar Of Dibley
Series 1, Episode 6 - AnimalsGeraldine's idea of a special service to bless and celebrate animals - the focus of much of the rural village's life - is welcomed warmly by her flock, but soon finds Dibley ridiculed in the national tabloids. Could this lead to her departure from the community already?
Horrible Science
Episode 1 - Deadly DiseasesThis episode coughs up the disgusting details of snot, sneezes and viruses, from the cruel common cold to shocking smallpox.
The Thin Blue Line
Series 1, Episode 1 - The Queen's Birthday PresentIt's the tenth anniversary of Inspector Fowler and Sergeant Dawkins's relationship. She thinks he has got her a present but actually he is preparing to celebrate the Queen's Official Birthday. CID, meanwhile, are investing in computers.
The Royle Family
Series 1, Episode 5Dave 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.
Jonathan Creek
Series 3, Episode 5 - Miracle In Crooked LaneHow could a 1970s sex kitten in a coma in hospital be seen heading for a local church to make her peace with God? There's a man in a duffel coat and shaggy hair who thinks he has the answer.
Mid Morning Matters With Alan Partridge
Series 1, Episode 3 - Idiom + InceptionAlan and Simon ask their listeners some thought-provoking questions, such as 'How often should you wash your towels?' and 'What is the best thing?'.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 9, Episode 4This week the guests joining Lee Mack and David Mitchell are Alan Davies, Richard Osman, Professor Germaine Greer and Jermaine Jenas.
Have I Got News For You
Series 46, Highlights SpecialA compilation of the popular news quiz that looks back at the big news stories of 2013. With team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop, and a variety of guest hosts and panellists.
A League Of Their Own
Series 7, Episode 2Three members of One Direction and Radio 1 DJ Sara Cox are the guests joining James Corden, Jamie Redknapp, Freddie Flintoff and Jack Whitehall.
The Thin Blue Line
Series 1, Episode 2 - Fire And TerrorConstable Habib falls in love with a fireman, much to Goody's distress. Back at the station, Fowler is having trouble with a hoaxer and Grim is chasing terrorists.
Da Ali G Show
Sacha Baron Cohen provides an inimitable mix of global reportage and celebrity chat via his characters Ali G, Borat and Bruno.
Mid Morning Matters With Alan Partridge
Series 1, Episode 4 - Chucky + TraitorAlan and Sidekick Simon continue to entertain north Norfolk's avid radio listeners with their inimitable mix of edgy banter and compelling anecdotes.
Absolutely Fabulous
Series 1, Episode 5 - MagazinePatsy actually has to go into her office. At a rare meeting, she's told she has to give two members of the public a makeover and appear on morning television with them. After an argument with the chosen plebs, Saffron and Eddy's mother are drawn in.
Jeeves And Wooster
Series 2, Episode 3When Bertie is commanded by Aunt Agatha to join her in Westcombe-on-Sea, he is soon embroiled in a pearl theft. Meanwhile, Biffy has managed to become engaged to Honoria Glossop and is desperate to extricate himself from the arrangement.
Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled
Series 4, Episode 7Stephen K. Amos, Josh Howie, Bridget Christie and multi-marathon runner, Eddie Izzard, take their seats at the table with Alan for a chat involving tales concerning showbiz connections, bizarre gift ideas and erectile discomfort.
Celebrity Juice
Series 8, Episode 10 - Halloween SpecialHalloween special of the comedy panel show hosted by the irreverent Keith Lemon. Team captains Holly Willoughby and Fearne Cotton are joined by model Abbey Crouch, Most Haunted's Yvette Fielding, rapper Fazer and actor Joe Swash.
The Last Leg
Series 8, Episode 2The team are joined by US actors Jesse Eisenberg and Kunal Nayyar who are starring in Jesse's new West End play The Spoils.
Mum
Series 1, Episode 6 - DecemberIt's New Year's Eve, and while Cathy's trying to have a nice little party, Kelly and Jason have come back arguing. Michael turns up, and as Cathy's trying to sort out Jason and keep her party going, she tries to find the right moment to give him his Christmas present...
The Office
Series 1, Episode 4 - TrainingTo fend off the increasing staff disillusionment a Training Day has been scheduled. Dawn's engagement to Lee is on the rocks and Tim begins to think that he may at last have a chance with her. In this great episode David hinders the productivity of the training expert and gives the staff some musical inspiration.
The Graham Norton Show
Series 19, Episode 13 - Melissa McCarthy, Kristen Wiig, Kate McKinnon, Leslie Jones, Charlie SheenCharlie Sheen talks about his fall from grace and Donald Trump; Melissa McCarthy, Kirsten Wigg, Kate McKinnon and Leslie Jones talk about Ghostbusters; and Christine and the Queens performs live in the studio.
Safeword
Series 2, Episode 3Made In Chelsea's Jamie Laing and Carol Vorderman join the teams, against Tiff Stevenson and Patrick Monahan.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Episode 4Jon Richardson and Katherine Ryan take on Sean Lock and Rob Beckett. Greg Davies is in with Susie Dent, while Rachel Riley takes care of the numbers and letters.
Big Train
Sketch show featuring stars including Simon Pegg, Mark Heap, Kevin Eldon, Julia Davis and Catherine Tate.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 3, Episode 3 - Baby Come BackSharon meets an old flame and her thoughts turn to marriage and motherhood.
Stand Up Central
Series 2, Episode 4Russell Howard talks Tom Jones, pant throwing and RnB music with a West Country edge. His guests are Kiri Pritchard-McLean and James Acaster.
Mock The Week
Series 14, Episode 7Dara O Briain and the team return after the summer break. Featuring guests Ed Gamble, Milton Jones, Katherine Ryan and Josh Widdicombe.
No Such Thing As The News
Series 1, Episode 5In the final episode of the series, the team discuss the state of modern Mongolia; Donald Trump's website addresses; the world's 'best' restaurant; and a robotic office manager.
Drunk History
Series 2, Episode 4Tom Rosenthal talks about Richard III, while a sloshed Jessica Knappett tells the story of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein.
No Such Thing As The News
Series 1, Episode 5In the final episode of the series, the team discuss the state of modern Mongolia; Donald Trump's website addresses; the world's 'best' restaurant; and a robotic office manager.
Big Train
Sketch show featuring stars including Simon Pegg, Mark Heap, Kevin Eldon, Julia Davis and Catherine Tate.
Mock The Week
Series 14, Episode 8Featuring guests Ed Byrne, Nathan Caton, Ed Gamble and Sara Pascoe.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Episode 5Sean Lock and Miles Jupp take on Jon Richardson and Greg Davies. Holly Walsh is in with Susie Dent, while Rachel Riley deals with the letters and numbers.
Limmy's Show!
Series 1, Episode 2Hard-bitten ex-junkie Jacqueline McCafferty excels in a job interview, until a misunderstanding throws everything up in the air.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 4, Episode 4With guests Craig Revel-Horwood, Ben Fogle, Kate Silverton and Hugh Dennis.
Garth Marenghi's Darkplace
Episode 2 - Hell Hath FuryWhen the hospital chef is savagely attacked by a ladle, all eyes point to an unknown attacker at loose in the wards. But why are objects flying about of their own accord, attacking innocent civilians and disrupting hospital procedure? Dr. Rick Dagless M.D., played by Garth Marenghi himself, bravely investigates.
Have I Got News For You
Series 46, Highlights SpecialA compilation of the popular news quiz that looks back at the big news stories of 2013. With team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop, and a variety of guest hosts and panellists.
Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled
Series 4, Episode 7Stephen K. Amos, Josh Howie, Bridget Christie and multi-marathon runner, Eddie Izzard, take their seats at the table with Alan for a chat involving tales concerning showbiz connections, bizarre gift ideas and erectile discomfort.
A League Of Their Own
Series 8, Episode 5Jamie Carragher, Jimmy Carr and Kirsty Gallacher take part in the sporting fun.
Desmond's
A selection of episodes from the third series of Channel 4's longest-running sitcom.
Power Monkeys
Episode 2With just over a week until the vote, tensions are high in the EU referendum camps. In the Unity Unit the PM is coming to visit and Ruby is making cheesecake, while the Brexit team have their suspicions about Malgosia. Oleg reminisces about Angela Merkel, and the Trump team attempt to woo women.
Duck Quacks Don't Echo
Series 1, Highlights Special - ExtraA selection of previously unseen bits and highlights from the series in which Lee Mack tested random bits of trivia with a selection of guests.
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.
The Darling Buds Of May
Comedy drama series about H.E. Bates's eccentric Larkin family.
Man About The House
Series 1, Episode 2 - And Mother Makes FourChrissy's mother is due for her twice-yearly visit, but she's such a worrier about her daughter living in London, there's no way she'll understand having a man in the flat. Robin'll just have to stay out.
Man About The House
Series 1, Episode 3 - Some Enchanted EveningJo's been seeing a very nice young man - too nice, in fact, and she's worried she's no longer attractive as he's not yet made a move on her. Chrissy decides that Robin cooking them a romantic meal is the best step forward.