Television
TV schedule Thursday 13th October 2016
Man About The House
Series 2, Episode 1 - While The Cat's AwayWhilst the Ropers visit a friend (much to George's disapproval) overnight, Robin, Chrissy and Jo take the chance to host a party in their flat. Robin and Chrissy have particular cause to hope the evening goes well.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 5, Episode 4 - Baa-d Hair DayThe flock don't recognise Shaun when he loses one his most distinctive features. His old pal Bitzer helps him track down the lost thatch, but not before Shaun becomes very attached to one of the chickens.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 44 - Sir Danger De MouseThe Queen of Weevils returns and convinces DM he's a medieval knight in order to escape from a secure prison - can Penfold break the spell and prevent London becoming a medieval city?
Little Roy
Series 1, Episode 4 - Flushed AwayRoy desperately wants to try Bill's new electric toothbrush, but is told that toothbrushes are not for sharing and are not toys.
As Time Goes By
Series 3, Episode 2 - Rocky's Wedding DayLionel's father is getting married and Sandy is newly single. Jean and Lionel have key roles to play in the nuptials, but events on the wedding day go awry.
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.
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 33 - Easter Island, ChileWhen the Grimbots build their own Easter Island statue, it collapses and threatens the ancient Moai statues.
Justin's House
Series 3, Episode 7 - Dance CompetitionJustin enters himself and Robert into a dance competition, but Justin keeps getting too excited. Guest starring Darren Hart.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 24, Episode 1 - The Lair Of The Cat CreatureTruly, Clegg and Billy come to the aid of a failed birdman.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 24, Episode 2 - Ancient Eastern Wisdom - An IntroductionClegg and Truly meet Entwistle, a fount of Oriental wisdom.
Wussywat The Clumsy Cat
Episode 14 - LostWhen Wussywat goes hiking he loses the map and the compass. Luckily he spots some funny colour footprints to find his way home.
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.
Sooty
Series 2, Episode 4 - Sooty's Space RocketWhen Sooty builds his own space rocket, he is determined to be the first teddy bear on Mars. But when the rocket crash-lands on Mr. Slater's mobile toilet, will all his dreams go down the pan?
Porridge
Series 3, Episode 2 - Poetic JusticeAn old acquaintance of Fletcher's becomes the third occupant of the cell: the judge who sentenced him to five years! Initial resentment fades, and Fletcher decides that an old school friend of the Governor's could prove very useful. However, not all his fellow prisoners are as enlightened.
Josh
Series 2, Episode 4 - Sex & PoliticsAfter an unsuccessful gig, Josh is surprised to be asked out by a very beautiful audience member. What's the catch? Josh, Kate and Owen endeavour to find out. Meanwhile, landlord Geoff faces money problems and introduces Kate to the dizzying world of building management politics.
As Time Goes By
Series 7, Episode 2 - An Old Flame?Lionel's jealousy is aroused when an old flame from Jean's past gets in touch with her. But Jean cannot resist the invitation to dine with a boyfriend of so many years ago.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 2, Episode 4 - No Greater LoveRodney has fallen for an older woman whose husband is locked up in prison. With her old man's release imminent, Del fears for Rodney's safety, but he can see that the lad is smitten.
The Dog Ate My Homework
Series 3, Episode 4Child team captains Isaac and Kiera and special guests Dominique Moore, Stuart Goldsmith, Chris Johnson and Susan Calman battle it out in a series of games.
Glad Tidings
A repeat of this 1953 film.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 2, Episode 29 - WhistleblowerBitzer loses his precious whistle and tests out a trumpet as a replacement. Before long, the power of the trumpet goes to his head and his fanfares and jazz styled bugling drives the flock around the bend.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 15, Episode 2 - Where There's Smoke There's BarbecueA portable gas barbecue promises idyllic feasts in the countryside for Compo, Clegg and Foggy - if they can master the gas pressure valve.
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.
Wussywat The Clumsy Cat
Episode 14 - LostWhen Wussywat goes hiking he loses the map and the compass. Luckily he spots some funny colour footprints to find his way home.
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.
A Fine Romance
Gentle sitcom about the begrudging and at times difficult romance between two individuals; a translator and a gardener.
Open All Hours
Series 1, Episode 3 - A Nice Cosy Little DiseasePerhaps a nice cosy little disease on Arkwright's part would be the thing to attract the ministrations of a certain district nurse?
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 5, Episode 4 - Off With The MotleyAt long last Peggy is promoted - not, unfortunately, to the rank of Yellowcoat but to the post of deputy supervisor in the Chalet Maintenance Department.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 2, Episode 9 - TrustTracey is seeing a psychotherapist, Gerald, Darryl thinks she has another man, does she come clean? Sharon isn't helping Tracey give up smoking by smoking around the house. Dorien and Sharon's advice goes unheeded.
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?
Yes, Prime Minister
Series 2, Episode 4 - A Conflict Of InterestThe next Governorship of the Bank of England is up for discussion just as a scandal looks set to break out in the City. It'd hardly be an easy choice for Hacker at the best of times, but Sir Desmond Glazebrook appears to have his eye set on the role.
The Dog Ate My Homework
Series 3, Episode 4Child team captains Isaac and Kiera and special guests Dominique Moore, Stuart Goldsmith, Chris Johnson and Susan Calman battle it out in a series of games.
To The Manor Born
Series 2, Episode 1Richard 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.
Dennis The Menace & Gnasher
CBBC series based on the popular Beano comic character Dennis and his dog, Gnasher.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 24, Episode 1 - The Lair Of The Cat CreatureTruly, Clegg and Billy come to the aid of a failed birdman.
Nothing But The Best
An ambitious estate agent is determined to crawl his way to the top of British society and enlists a rogue aristocrat for help.
Man About The House
Series 2, Episode 2 - Colour Me YellowDuring a break from decorating the flat, Robin's attempt to stand up for Chrissy against an oaf in the pub quickly goes awry when said oaf turns out to be significantly taller. Surely he's not a coward?
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 24, Episode 2 - Ancient Eastern Wisdom - An IntroductionClegg and Truly meet Entwistle, a fount of Oriental wisdom.
So Awkward
Series 2, Episode 8 - Race To The BottomRewards Day is approaching and Lily is planning to choose ice-skating, so she can 'accidentally' stumble into Matt's arms on the ice. This year, however, it clashes with the dreaded Governor's Lunch.
You're Only Young Twice
Series 4, Episode 5 - The Gipsy's CurseFlora's enraged when she finds a visiting gypsy in her seat in the lounge, and lets her feelings be quite clear. The old traveller curses her life, but Flora isn't the least bit concerned - until strange things start happening...
Porridge
Series 3, Episode 2 - Poetic JusticeAn old acquaintance of Fletcher's becomes the third occupant of the cell: the judge who sentenced him to five years! Initial resentment fades, and Fletcher decides that an old school friend of the Governor's could prove very useful. However, not all his fellow prisoners are as enlightened.
Horrible Science
Episode 7 - Microscopic MonstersThis episode examines some of the nasty invaders that live in our homes and on our bodies.
On The Buses
Series 3, Episode 13 - On The MakeStan's intentions are less than honourable when he offers Edna a place to stay after her landlady throws her out.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 2, Episode 4 - No Greater LoveRodney has fallen for an older woman whose husband is locked up in prison. With her old man's release imminent, Del fears for Rodney's safety, but he can see that the lad is smitten.
A Fine Romance
Gentle sitcom about the begrudging and at times difficult romance between two individuals; a translator and a gardener.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 15, Episode 2 - Where There's Smoke There's BarbecueA portable gas barbecue promises idyllic feasts in the countryside for Compo, Clegg and Foggy - if they can master the gas pressure valve.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 45 - The Duckula ShowDanger Mouse faces the prospect of being written out of his own show, after Count Duckula kidnaps the writers and forces them to make him the star.
Desmond's
Series 2, Episode 11 - Kung YouWhen Shirl's friend Beverley is attacked in the street, the girls enlist the help of a local martial arts teacher to give them a self-defence class.
Horrible Histories
Series 4, Episode 11Dr Culpeper invites us all to his highly unhealthy health spa, a Crusader knight competes on Historical Masterchef, King John worries about all the internet haters, and crooner William Shakespeare serenades us with his big band.
As Time Goes By
Series 3, Episode 2 - Rocky's Wedding DayLionel's father is getting married and Sandy is newly single. Jean and Lionel have key roles to play in the nuptials, but events on the wedding day go awry.
Desmond's
Series 2, Episode 12 - Auntie SusuIt's 2am, and Doreen's sister Susu unexpectedly arrives from Jamaica - even less expected is the extremely tall fiancé who's young enough to be her son!
Open All Hours
Series 1, Episode 4 - Beware Of The DogA local crime wave scares the wites out of an already security-obsessed Arkwright - there's nothing for it, the shop has to be fortified!
Open All Hours
Series 1, Episode 6 - Apple And Self ServiceSlow apple sales lead to a self-service experiment for the corner shop.
Trollied
Series 5, Episode 7While Gavin frets about his relationship, Katie is tasked with the tough challenge of training the staff to recognise which fruits are which.
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?
Trollied
Series 5, Episode 8A treasure hunt is held to celebrate 50 years of Valco value. Meanwhile, despite his best efforts, Gavin can't avoid confronting his and Cheryl's situation.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 4, Episode 2 - Country RetreatPlans to buy a weekend retreat in the country take an unexpected turn when Hyacinth is keen to avoid giving estate agents the impression that they can only afford a small cottage.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 10 (Channel 4: Series 11), Episode 3Guest captain David Walliams and Jessica Hynes go up against Jon Richardson and Rhod Gilbert. Meanwhile Sam Simmons is in Dictionary Corner.
Russell Howard's Good News
Topical stand-up comedy and chat show hosted by Russell Howard.
John Bishop In Conversation With...
Series 1, Episode 7 - Lenny HenryJohn Bishop is joined by Sir Lenny Henry, who reveals the ups and downs of his 40-year career.
Red Dwarf
Series XI, Episode 4 - Officer RimmerAfter a scandalous piece of good fortune Rimmer saves the life of a bio-printed Captain and is promoted, fulfilling his life-long dream of becoming an Officer. He immediately opens an Officer's club, which is out of bounds to the lower orders, and uses the bio-printer to fill it with versions of himself.
A League Of Their Own
Series 11, Episode 4James Corden, Freddie Flintoff and Jamie Redknapp are joined by Nick Grimshaw, Niall Horan and Kirsty Gallacher for more sports trivia fun.
Goodnight Sweetheart
Series 2, Episode 2 - I Got It Bad And That Ain't GoodWhile Yvonne has her heart set on moving house, Gary is still more tempted by time-travelling. Meanwhile in 1941, a tall dark stranger has entered Phoebe's life; no matter who he is, Gary wants to evict him.
The Royle Family
Series 3, Episode 1It's just a normal evening in at the Royles': Jim's piles are playing up, there's not an awful lot on telly, Antony and Darren are off to the Pear Tree after eating, and Baby David needs his nappy changed.
Zapped
Series 1, Episode 1 - Mr WeaverBrian is accidentally transported to Munty by a magical amulet, but before he can use it to get home, it falls into the hands of a criminal mastermind.
Open All Hours
Series 2, Episode 1 - Laundry BluesNurse Gladys Emmanuel tells Arkwright that he must buy a new washing machine, he is forced to come up with an ingenious plan to keep her happy and his savings undisturbed.
Celebrity Juice
Series 16, Episode 6 - Couples' SpecialJoining regular captains Holly Willoughby and Fearne Cotton tonight to make four teams of couples are Baywatch babe Pamela Anderson; cheeky pop star Olly Murs; TV's new golden couple, Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash; telly legend Phillip Schofield; and the one and only Gino D'Acampo.
The Royle Family
Series 3, Episode 3Jim's stripping the wallpaper in the dining room, and has roped Twiggy in to help. Balking at the £15/day charge for steamer hire, before long the whole family are attacking the walls with all manner of flat, sharp-edged implements.
Red Dwarf
Series III, Episode 1 - BackwardsRimmer and Kryten crash-land on a planet and are shocked to find it is Earth - but an Earth where time is running in reverse.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 4, Episode 3 - A Celebrity For The BarbecueAn outdoors-indoors luxury barbecue sounds complicated - and it is!
Unspun With Matt Forde
Series 1, Episode 5Matt Forde is joined by the Conservatives' Scottish leader, Ruth Davidson MSP.
Monty Python's Personal Best
Episode 2 - Graham ChapmanThe five surviving Pythons pay tribute to Graham Chapman.
Jerk
Episode 1 - A Brief History Of TimTim Renkow has cerebral palsy. Which means that people judge him...all the time. But usually they judge him wrongly. Because what they don't realise is that inside that severely disabled, fragile body is a bit of an asshole.
Tim knows he makes people uncomfortable - he does it on purpose. He knows his cerebral palsy means he can get away with saying what others can't. But that's his problem: time spent taking aim at life's easier targets means Tim takes his eye of its bigger prizes: the job, the girl and the visa.
Goodnight Sweetheart
Series 2, Episode 3 - Just One More ChanceHaving been booked in 1994 after a drinking spree in 1941, time-traveller Gary is due to appear in court. He looks destined to lose his licence, his job and maybe even his wife.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 16, Episode 4Sean and Jon are joined in their quest to uncover the public's most popular taking points by guests including Tess Daly, Joe Wilkinson and Aisling Bea.
Fail
BBC Comedy Feeds pilot about a young couple living with the man's parents.
Jerk
Episode 1 - A Brief History Of TimTim Renkow has cerebral palsy. Which means that people judge him...all the time. But usually they judge him wrongly. Because what they don't realise is that inside that severely disabled, fragile body is a bit of an asshole.
Tim knows he makes people uncomfortable - he does it on purpose. He knows his cerebral palsy means he can get away with saying what others can't. But that's his problem: time spent taking aim at life's easier targets means Tim takes his eye of its bigger prizes: the job, the girl and the visa.
W1A
Series 1, Episode 2Ian's mission to take the sting out of what is now being referred to as 'Wingategate' continues.
Jerk
Episode 1 - A Brief History Of TimTim Renkow has cerebral palsy. Which means that people judge him...all the time. But usually they judge him wrongly. Because what they don't realise is that inside that severely disabled, fragile body is a bit of an asshole.
Tim knows he makes people uncomfortable - he does it on purpose. He knows his cerebral palsy means he can get away with saying what others can't. But that's his problem: time spent taking aim at life's easier targets means Tim takes his eye of its bigger prizes: the job, the girl and the visa.
Fail
BBC Comedy Feeds pilot about a young couple living with the man's parents.
Fail
BBC Comedy Feeds pilot about a young couple living with the man's parents.
A League Of Their Own
Series 11, Episode 4James Corden, Freddie Flintoff and Jamie Redknapp are joined by Nick Grimshaw, Niall Horan and Kirsty Gallacher for more sports trivia fun.
Red Dwarf
Series XI, Episode 4 - Officer RimmerAfter a scandalous piece of good fortune Rimmer saves the life of a bio-printed Captain and is promoted, fulfilling his life-long dream of becoming an Officer. He immediately opens an Officer's club, which is out of bounds to the lower orders, and uses the bio-printer to fill it with versions of himself.
Comedy Store
Rhod Gilbert has webbed fingers. He's a sexual pervert. He dreams of the navy. It's all explained at the Comedy Store! Also, his thoughts on Aussies, the 'fake Welsh', chocolate willies, and more!
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 16, Episode 5Sean and Jon are joined in their quest to uncover the public's most popular talking points by Alex Jones, Tinchy Stryder, David O'Doherty and Katherine Ryan.
The League Of Gentlemen
Series 3, Episode 2 - The One-Armed Man Is KingWhen Joke Shop proprietor Lance has an under-the-counter arm transplant, the result is not quite what he expected. Meanwhile, useless debt collectors Glen and Big Barry have a run-in with the terrifying Lisgoe, and mortician Owen Fallowfield talks about his singular career.
Zapped
Series 1, Episode 1 - Mr WeaverBrian is accidentally transported to Munty by a magical amulet, but before he can use it to get home, it falls into the hands of a criminal mastermind.
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.
Early Doors
Series 1, Episode 3Ken is forced to downsize the transport for the Big Boy's Beano, they'll be going in a taxi soon.
Russell Howard's Good News
Topical stand-up comedy and chat show hosted by Russell Howard.
Early Doors
Series 1, Episode 4The excitement never stops in The Grapes, with the drawing of the football card. The Police are keeping busy, with drug raids, helicopter rides and free electric on the agenda.
Spaced
Series 1, Episode 3 - ArtBrian gets an invitation to see a play by his old partner and non-gender-specific-ex-chaste-heterosexual-lover - Vulva. Tempted by free wine, Tim and Daisy go with him. However, after some cheap speed, an all-nighter with Resident Evil 2 and Twiglets Tim loses control. Daisy had a job interview at the glossy magazine Flaps and then presents her own piece of performance art.
Red Dwarf
Series III, Episode 1 - BackwardsRimmer and Kryten crash-land on a planet and are shocked to find it is Earth - but an Earth where time is running in reverse.
The Royle Family
Series 3, Christmas Special - The Royle Family At ChristmasIt's Christmas Day, and Baby David's first birthday. It's also the Royles' first opportunity to meet Emma's parents, who leave Jim with a sour taste in the mouth. However, an unexpected present soon puts a smile back on his hairy face.
Spaced
Series 1, Episode 4 - BattlesWhilst Tim and Daisy argue over the ownership of a dog, he also goes paintballing with Mike where he sees Duane for the first time since Sarah left him. Mike makes a big sacrifice for Tim as he seeks his ultimate vengeance. Brian reminisces about his childhood pet.
Red Dwarf
Series III, Episode 2 - MaroonedA flaming meteorite hit causes Starbug 1, with only Lister and Rimmer aboard, to career wildly into an arctic wilderness planet. The duo are alone, marooned in the stricken vessel, and with limited fuel and food supplies they face certain death if not discovered.
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.
Trigger Happy TV
Series 1, Episode 6Quick-fire prank show that made Dom Joly a star. The comic unleashes his twisted humour on an unsuspecting British public.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 2, Episode 9 - TrustTracey is seeing a psychotherapist, Gerald, Darryl thinks she has another man, does she come clean? Sharon isn't helping Tracey give up smoking by smoking around the house. Dorien and Sharon's advice goes unheeded.
Desmond's
Series 2, Episode 9 - Stop The World, I Want To Get OffShirley's feeling lost: 'wife', 'mother', 'shopper' - but no longer herself. Although she goes missing, Desmond almost fails to notice as he is engaged in the annual dominoes contest at the shop.
Desmond's
Series 2, Episode 10 - Here Comes De SunPorkpie makes his opposition to the Channel Tunnel known when the required rail link looks set to mean the demolition of his flat. Gloria, meanwhile, has the results of her exams in hand.