Television
TV schedule Sunday 7th August 2016
Rising Damp
Series 1, Episode 3 - CharismaAlan gives Rigsby some relaxation pills to help his confidence in wooing Miss Jones; however, he makes no mention of the possible side-effects. Philip's advice is altogether more helpful: to smoke some wood taken from the love tree...
Is Your Honeymoon Really Necessary?
A repeat of this 1953 film.
'Allo 'Allo!
A selection of episodes from the first series of the wartime sitcom.
Sooty
Series 1, Episode 26 - The Pop ConcertRichard is hosting a pop concert in the park for one of his favourite singers - but she hasn't arrived. So it is up to Sweep to take to the stage and give the performance of a lifetime!
Zig And Zag
Episode 26 - Superzag & WonderzigAfter watching a superhero movie, Zig and Zag find their calling - they will become superheroes themselves.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 14 - Danger FanShortly after Danger Mouse's biggest fan comes to visit members of the team start to disappear.
Boj
Episode 10 - Bouncing BojMr Cloppity is picking apples in the orchard, but when he gets stuck up high in his cherry picker, Boj improvises with Mr Nibblit's exercise trampoline to get him down - and inspires all his buddies to use their springiest toys to get bouncing for apples in time to his bojey-bouncing beat.
Strange Hill High
Series 1, Episode 4 - SnoozicalBecky dreams of starring in the Strange Hill musical production of Scary Poppins, but regresses into fear-filled dreams after being informed she's a terrible singer. Can she defeat The Grackle?
Only Fools And Horses
A selection of episodes from the first and second series of Britain's most popular sitcom.
The Darling Buds Of May
Comedy drama series about H.E. Bates's eccentric Larkin family.
Q Planes
A repeat of this 1939 film.
St Trinian's
Revival of the classic film series, sttarring Rupert Everett and Colin Firth. The girls rally round when the school is faced with financial ruin.
Gigglebiz
Series 3, Episode 24Acrobatic troupe the Berrito Brothers show off their weight-lifting skills, intrepid explorer Rapids Johnson goes in search of the furry-footed fishing bear, wildlife park tour guide Sue Keeper gets sheep and goats mixed up and gardener Will Barrow finds all sorts of animals hiding in his wheelbarrow.
My Phone Genie
Episode 19 - Saving FaceWhen Jaz wakes up with a pixelated face, Gene takes control of getting her through the day without it being noticed.
Horrible Histories
Series 6, Episode 1 - Awesome Alfred The GreatWatch King Alfred the Great argue with his older brothers, then defeat the Vikings using his cunning hit-and-run tactics, summoning the spirit of Ed Sheeran. Meanwhile, across the world, Ant and Dec host a very special Chinese edition of I'm A Celebrity, and the Egyptians tell us how healthcare should really be done.
My Parents Are Aliens
Long-running children's sitcom following the lives of three orphaned children. Their new foster parents are secretly aliens.
Kingdom
Series 2, Episode 3Peter decides to let Simon face the consequences of his actions, after Simon is arrested on suspicion of identity fraud. Peter represents a pregnant woman attempting to trace her partner for child support payments, but the man in questions appears to have gone AWOL from his job with the US Air Force. Lyle is seduced by an attractive biker, but discovers that she is just trying to evade a penalty for speeding.
Mr Bean's Holiday
The disaster-prone Englishman wins a holiday to Cannes, but on his travels he unwittingly separates a young boy from his film director father.
Brush Strokes
A selection of episodes from the first series.
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of nine episodes of the world's longest-running sitcom.
Kingdom
Series 2, Episode 4Simon is back and tells Peter that he's ready to start work. Peter has to sort out a sponsorship dispute between the local sex shop and the cricket team - then he knocks team captain Nigel Pearson down while riding Lyle's bike. Simon is having a passionate affair with a mystery blonde who turns out to be Nigel's wife. Lyle is called upon to represent a lady who refuses to pay her council tax. Sidney Snell buys Gloria a ski training machine - and proposes a cruise on the Norwegian fjords.
Carry On Up The Jungle
The Carry On gang are joined by Frankie Howerd as they set off on an exotic jungle expedition. They encounter an all-female tribe and a sex-crazed gorilla.
Justin's House
Series 2, Episode 1 - HottyspottyitisEvery time Justin and Little Monster sneeze something messy happens in Justin's house. Helped by a doctor download, Robert does his best to cure the pair of their Hottyspottyitis.
Porridge
A selection of episodes from the second series of the prison-based sitcom.
Doc Martin
Series 1, Episode 3 - Sh*t HappensDoctor Ellingham raises the ire of the Portwenn community when he suggests the water supply may be to blame for an outbreak of violent diarrhea in the vilage.
Mr. Bean
Episode 1 - Mr. BeanIn this original award-winning episode, Mr. Bean takes an exam, sunbathes and goes to church with Richard Briers - driving badly all the way!
Mr. Bean
Episode 2 - The Return Of Mr. BeanRowan Atkinson stars as the inimitable individual who turns the most ordinary situations into moments of excruciating embarrassment. In this edition, Mr. Bean visits a department store and gets carried away.
Outnumbered
Series 3, Episode 6Mum and Dad struggle to put things right between them, but Karen is unimpressed by their behaviour.
Doc Martin
Series 1, Episode 4 - The Portwenn EffectIt's the Portwenn Players dance, an auspicious event in the village's social calendar. PC Mark's male worries are exaccerbated when Louise invites him to go. Martin heads up to the moor to see ranger Stewart.
Tell Me Another
Series 1, Episode 8True stories about disasters, humiliations and embarrassing moments in their personal and professional lives. This week starring: Arthur Askey, Bernard Cribbins, Diana Dors, Jimmy Jewel, Bill Maynard, Ted Ray, Barbara Windsor.
Outnumbered
Series 4, Episode 1The Brockman family have some tough decisions to make about work, video games and who to take to a family funeral. The vicar probably wishes none of them had ever come.
My Phone Genie
Episode 19 - Saving FaceWhen Jaz wakes up with a pixelated face, Gene takes control of getting her through the day without it being noticed.
I'm All Right Jack
An upper-class dimwit is thrown onto the shop floor by his uncle in an attempt to provoke a strike. With Ian Carmichael, Terry-Thomas & Peter Sellers.
A Close Shave
Wallace's whirlwind romance with the proprietor of the local wool shop puts his head in a spin; but not all is well for Gromit.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 9 (Channel 4: Series 10), Episode 1Sean Lock and Henning Wehn go up against Jon Richardson and Victoria Coren Mitchell. Tom Allen joins Countdown's resident lexicographer Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters with 'help' from Joe Wilkinson.
Father Ted
Series 3, Episode 3 - Speed 3Mrs Doyle takes a fancy to new milkman Pat Mustard. After meeting Pat, Ted's sure than not all is as it seems, and sets out to discover just what he's up to. Little does he realise the danger Dougal will face.
Live At The Apollo
Series 11, Episode 4 - Romesh Ranganathan, Jason Byrne, Stewart FrancisAsian Provocateur star Romesh Ranganathan hosts, introducing top Irish comic Jason Byrne and master of one-liners Stewart Francis.
Have I Got News For You
Series 50, Episode 4Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Michael Sheen and guest panellists Ruth Davidson MSP and Jon Richardson.
A Private Function
Satire about food rationing and social climbing, set amidst post-war austerity Britain.
Father Ted
Series 3, Episode 4 - The MainlandTed and Dougal take Father Jack to the mainland to get new glasses. Leaving him at the optician, they visit a nearby cave complex and tourist attraction, where they bump into Richard Wilson...
Mount Pleasant
Series 4, Episode 6A stormy atmosphere lingers over Mount Pleasant following Robbie's revelations.
Michael McIntyre's Showtime
TV broadcast of Michael McIntyre's number one best-selling 2012 stand-up DVD.
Micky Flanagan: Back In The Game
East End comic Micky Flanagan returns with his second, highly anticipated stand-up show, Back In The Game.
Monty Python's Best Bits (Mostly)
Episode 2Stephen Fry, Eddie Izzard and Mike Myers help pay homage to the considerable comic talents of the Monty Python team, with clips from Hell's Grannies to The Life Of Brian.
Friday Night Dinner
Series 4, Episode 3 - CongratulationsAdam has finally been recognised for his musical talent. But it's overshadowed when Jonny arrives home and announces he's got married.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 3 (Channel 4: Series 4), Episode 6Team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by Bill Bailey and Josh Widdicombe. Jake Yapp joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Joe Wilkinson 'helps' Rachel Riley provide the letters and numbers.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 18, Episode 1Jimmy 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.
Parrot Sketch Not Included: 20 Years Of Monty Python
Compilation special, celebrating 20 years of the Monty Python comedy group.
Live At The Apollo
Series 11, Episode 4 - Romesh Ranganathan, Jason Byrne, Stewart FrancisAsian Provocateur star Romesh Ranganathan hosts, introducing top Irish comic Jason Byrne and master of one-liners Stewart Francis.
Drunk History
Series 2, Episode 1Tom Craine regales us with the story of Sir Walter Raleigh (starring Jack Whitehall and Michelle Keegan). Tom Davis tells the tale of Robin Hood (Mathew Baynton) and Maid Marian (Emma Bunton).
Drunk History
Series 2, Episode 2Iain Stirling slurs his way through Scott of the Antarctic (featuring Mathew Horne and Catherine Tate); whilst Chris Ramsey talks the sinking of the Titanic (featuring Phill Jupitus and Ben Bailey Smith).
Lee Evans Live At Her Majesty's Theatre
Lee Evans captured at his hilarious best at Her Majesty's Theatre in London.
Monty Python's Best Bits (Mostly)
Episode 3Simon Pegg, Paul Whitehouse, Charlie Higson and Dara O Briain are among those celebrating some fine Python moments, from Nudge Nudge to The Meaning Of Life.
Friday Night Dinner
Series 4, Episode 3 - CongratulationsAdam has finally been recognised for his musical talent. But it's overshadowed when Jonny arrives home and announces he's got married.
Black Books
Series 2, Episode 4 - BloodBernard and Manny transform the shop. Bored Fran seeks out some unknown relatives.
A Granny's Guide To The Modern World
Episode 1Trish, Margot and Daphne visit Amsterdam to try marijuana for the first time. Bobby explores political correctness and race. And Laura June gets to grips with the semantics of modern swearing.
The Young Ones
Series 1, Episode 3 - BoringThe housemates are bored, so head off to the pub. If only they really opened their eyes and looked around, they might find something interesting going on...
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 3 (Channel 4: Series 4), Episode 6Team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by Bill Bailey and Josh Widdicombe. Jake Yapp joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Joe Wilkinson 'helps' Rachel Riley provide the letters and numbers.
Black Books
Series 2, Episode 5 - Hello SunFran takes up healthy living. Bernard is at odds with Manny after discovering Freud.
The Young Ones
Series 2, Episode 4 - TimeRick wakes up with a woman in his bed and begins bragging of his sexual exploits. Unfortunately, she happens to be a serial killer. There's yet more to deal with when the house is transported back in time.
Desmond's
A selection of episodes from the sixth series of Channel 4's longest-running sitcom.
That Mitchell And Webb Look
Series 2, Episode 4A group of explorers debate whether Virginia might be quite an odd name for a colony and a disturbing look at flamingoes.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 8, Episode 6Kelly Osborne, Terry Christian, Reginald D. Hunter and Isy Suttie take part in the topical comedy show.
QI
Series B, Episode 1 - BlueAll the questions are themed on colours. With Jo Brand, Bill Bailey and Sean Lock.
Rising Damp
Series 1, Episode 4 - All Our YesterdaysSpooner's laid up in his room with a broken ankle after tripping over Vienna, and making an awful lot of noise. Rigsby's keen to appear courageous in front of Miss Jones, but the boxer's temperament brings forth every element of his cowardice. Discussion soon turns to the war.
Rising Damp
Series 1, Episode 5 - The ProwlerMiss Jones causes panic amongst the residents when she reports seeing a prowler in her room - or his shadow at least.