Television
TV schedule Monday 26th December 2016
A Fine Romance
Gentle sitcom about the begrudging and at times difficult romance between two individuals; a translator and a gardener.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 16 - The Snowman ComethIt's Christmas and DM and Penfold are tasked with protecting Santa from the villainous clutches of the festive season-destroying Snowman.
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.
Only Fools And Horses
A repeat-run of the 1996 Christmas specials, and the entire first two series.
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 4 - The Sahara Desert, AfricaGlitch makes a sandcastle around an oasis in the Sahara. Can the Go Jetters save the day?
On The Buses
Feature-length film spin-off from the popular 1970s sitcom. Stan and the rest of the lads are horrified when the company decides to hire women drivers.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 20 - Young BeanWhen did Mr Bean first meet his teddy bear? Did he really learn to drive his Mini at the age of ten? He takes us on a journey into the past.
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 5 - Green BeanBean'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.
All At Sea
Series 2, Christmas SpecialIt's Christmas in Scarborough and Charlie, keen to make money, goes into business as a shopping mall Santa - but can he avoid the anger of local parents and disappointed children? Meanwhile, Hannah is dating a new boy because he gives very expensive Christmas presents, and Louie thinks Santa is a dangerous criminal.
Holiday On The Buses
Third film spin-off from On The Buses. There is mayhem at a holiday camp when Stan, Jack and Blakey go to work there during the summer.
4 O'Clock Club
Series 3, Christmas SpecialSchool may have banned Christmas celebrations, but the kids have other ideas!
Millie Inbetween
A selection of three Christmas specials of the children's sitcom.
Gigglebiz
Series 4, Episode 1Professor Muddles tests the strength of ants, while two judges watch Keith Fitt set his football world record.
Billionaire Boy
Joe is the son of a billionaire inventor: he has everything he could wish for, but all he really needs is a friend.
Mutiny On The Buses
Second spin-off from the popular sitcom. Stan wants to get married, but his family are not impressed by the idea.
Diddy TV
Series 2, Christmas Special - It's ChristmasDiddy Dick and Dom have their very own TV station, and this is their Christmas special.
Live At The Apollo
Series 7, Episode 7 - Jason Manford, Jimeoin, Tom StadeJason Manford hosts, with Jimeoin and Tom Stade.
Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 6 - RollingThe Twirlywoos get carried away when they roll a picnic down a hill. Back in the Boat, the Very Important Lady falls apart, and her head rolls back and forth, thwarting the Twirlywoos' attempts to put her back together!
Timmy Time
Spin-off from Shaun The Sheep for the CBeebies channel, featuring Timmy the baby lamb and his friends.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 2 - Missing TeddyBean tracks down the men responsible for kidnapping his teddy - only to find he is not their only captive!
Yonderland
Series 3, Christmas Special - It's The Thought That CountsA special extended-length Christmas special. Both humans and puppets alike look forward to the holiday season in the fantastical world of Yonderland.
Justin's House
Series 3, Episode 14 - The Wishing WandJustin and Robert get their hands on a magical wishing wand from Mac's backpack, but their wishes soon get out of control.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 5 - No ParkingMr Bean takes his teddy to the cinema but has trouble finding a parking space.
Hank Zipzer
Christmas Special - Hank Zipzer's Christmas Catastrophe90 minute feature film Christmas special. No-one loves yuletide like Hank Zipzer and this year, with a new baby brother on the way, Hank means to have the Best. Christmas. Ever! But Hank's life never runs smoothly and soon Miss Adolf is turning Mr Rock's Rudolph the Rock'n'Roll Reindeer into a one-woman Christmas Carol.
Laxdale Hall
Car owners in a remote Scottish village refuse to pay road taxes untill a proper road has been built.
Carry On Jack
Costume comedy with the Carry On team. A young serving wench in search of her captive boyfriend disguises herself on board the good ship Venus.
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 21 - The Forbidden City, ChinaSome runaway Chinese drums roll towards the Forbidden City. Can the Go Jetters stop them?
Terry Pratchett's Hogfather
Episode 1It is the night before Hogswatch - the Discworld version of Christmas - and the Hogfather, an anthropomorphic personification who gives presents to good children, has gone missing. It is up to Death to take his place in order to keep the children believing in him.
Johnny English
He knows no fear. He knows no danger. He knows... nothing! A film about bumbling secret agent Johnny English.
The Love Punch
A divorced couple scheme to recover the retirement money that was stolen from them.
To The Manor Born
Series 1, Christmas SpecialIt's Audrey's first Christmas outside of Grantleigh, and Mrs fforbes-Hamilton is feeling rather hard-done-by with DeVere having inherited most of her traditional festive duties.
Live At The Apollo
Series 7, Episode 6 - Sarah Millican, Steve Hughes, Russell KaneHost Sarah Millican is joined by Australian funny man Steve Hughes and the award-winning Russell Kane.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 2, Episode 38 - Fireside FavouriteBitzer has caught a cold, and the farmer decides to tuck him up in the house to recover. In doing so, Pidsley the cat is ousted from his favourite spot next to the fire. The mean cat attempts various ways to remove the snotty dog, while the sheep do their best to keep Bitzer where he needs to be.
Keeping Up Appearances
1994 Christmas SpecialHyacinth is plagued by problems in this special extended episode. While busy planning a new kitchen she is told that there is someone else in father's bed. Then she learns that Richard has gone down with a fungal infection.
Zig And Zag
Episode 14 - It's Sherlucky DayZig and Zag become detectives to solve the case of the missing invisible cat of Burb Street.
The Boy In The Dress
An adaptation of David Walliams's book about a 12-year-old boy who enjoys cross-dressing.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 21 - From Duck To DawnThis episode sees the return of the villainous vegetarian vampire Count Duckula, who is determined to take over the world with a chorus-line of formidable dancing vegetables...
Dad's Army
Series 4, Episode 12 - Uninvited GuestsAfter Walmington-on-Sea's ARP HQ is bombed, Mainwaring is forced to share the church hall with Hodges. Problems soon arise after the church hall's chimney is set on fire.
Duck Quacks Don't Echo
A selection of episodes from the third and fourth series of the Lee Mack comedy.
Desmond's
Series 5, Episode 4 - Lollipop ManPorkpie invites everyone to see him in action on the school crossing.
Taskmaster
Series 2, Episode 1 - Fear Of FailureThe opening episode of Series 2 features one of the greatest sporting moments in television history. And it involves a potato.
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.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 5, Christmas SpecialPlans to hold a pageant don't go quite as Hyacinth anticipated. Could this be remotely connected to the fact that she is organising it?
Mr. Bean
Episode 7 - Merry Christmas Mr BeanMr. Bean wreaks havoc at Harrods when he goes Christmas shopping, then has trouble stuffing a turkey on Christmas Day.
Desmond's
Series 5, Episode 5 - PardnershipDesmond goes into partnership with Lee on a sure-fire money-spinning venture.
Steptoe And Son
Series 7, Episode 2 - A Star Is BornAlbert Steptoe and his son Harold run a rag and bone business. Harold wants to move on in the world and leave home but his plans are always thwarted.
Drop The Dead Donkey
Series 2, Episode 1 - The Gulf ReportSitcom set at GlobeLink News, a TV news station which is ordered to start taking a sensationalist stance to the news by its new owner.
Live At The Apollo
Series 8, Episode 2 - Rhod Gilbert, Kerry Godliman, Jon RichardsonWelsh comic Rhod Gilbert introduces stand-up from the world-famous Hammersmith Apollo. He is joined by Kerry Godliman, and Jon Richardson at his misanthropic best.
Millie Inbetween
Series 1, Documentary - Mille & FriendsMillie looks back over the series and recalls the highlights with help from the actors who play Lauren and Craig.
A League Of Their Own
Series 11, Christmas SpecialJames Corden, Jack Whitehall, Freddie Flintoff and Jamie Redknapp serve up some Yuletide high jinks in comedy sports quiz.
Drop The Dead Donkey
Series 2, Episode 2 - The Trevorman ComethSitcom set at GlobeLink News, a TV news station which is ordered to start taking a sensationalist stance to the news by its new owner.
Still Open All Hours
Series 3, Christmas SpecialGranville and Gastric find themselves playing marriage counsellors, whilst Leroy adopts a festive disguise to avoid relationship trouble of a different kind.
Steptoe And Son
Series 7, Episode 3 - Oh, What A Beautiful MourningAlbert Steptoe and his son Harold run a rag and bone business. Harold wants to move on in the world and leave home but his plans are always thwarted.
The Roots Of Monty Python
A look back at the origins of the ground-breaking BBC comedy series Monty Python's Flying Circus.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 16, Christmas SpecialJimmy Carr oversees the disputes and deliberations on the festive topics that set the great British public's chins wagging. Jon Richardson and Sean Lock are joined by Holly Willoughby, Henning Wehn, Alan Davies, Nick Helm, Roisin Conaty and Joe Wilkinson.
An Audience With...
Episode 9 - Victoria WoodComedian Victoria Wood performs before a star-studded audience including Julie Walters, Dave Allen, Judi Dench and Dawn French, treating her guests to a selection of her celebrated monologues, taking questions from the audience, and performing some witty numbers at the piano.
Micky Flanagan's Out Out Tour
Television edit of the hit 2011 stand-up show The Out Out Tour Live, by East End comic Micky Flanagan.
Room 101
A selection of episodes from the fourth series of the Orwellian panel show.
Bob Monkhouse: The Last Stand
TV broadcast of comedy legend Bob Monkhouse's final, intimate stand-up performance.
Love Actually
Romantic comedy by Richard Curtis, charting a multitude of relationships across a Christmas period.
The Big Fat Quiz Of The Year
Episode 20 - The Big Fat Quiz Of The Year 20162016 might have been one of the craziest news years in memory, but don't panic - The Big Fat Quiz Of The Year is back to help you make sense of it!
Porridge: Inside Out
Episode 1 - Sent DownFirst of a three-part special giving a fascinating insight into one of the most-loved sitcoms of all time, with help from the show's creators, Clement and La Frenais.
The Entire Universe
Eric Idle and Professor Brian Cox star in a unique scientific comedy show.
Just Like A Woman
A repeat of this 1992 film.
The Royle Family
Christmas Special - The Golden Egg CupThere's a new buzz in the Royle family household as it is a special time for Jim and Barbara and a celebration (including Twiglets and scotch eggs) is planned.
Duck Quacks Don't Echo
Series 5, Highlights Special - Best OfA look back at the best moments of the series, featuring Paul Hollywood, Johnny Vegas, Danny Dyer and inimitable host Lee Mack.
Lee Evans: Monsters
A TV broadcast of Lee Evans' final stand-up tour, recorded in 2014.
Outnumbered
Christmas SpecialIt's Boxing Day and the Brockman family has to carry out a special mission for Grandad. They encounter car problems, child problems, parent problems, emotional problems and World War Two. If the adults can't sort things out, the children will have to. Like all families everything has changed and everything remains the same.
The Good Old Days
Traditional music-hall entertainment, with songs, sketches and stand-up comedy from the Leeds City Varieties.
Steptoe And Son
Series 7, Episode 4 - Live Now, PAYE LaterAlbert Steptoe and his son Harold run a rag and bone business. Harold wants to move on in the world and leave home but his plans are always thwarted.
Pride
Culture clash comedy drama about gay activists who work to help Welsh miners during their lengthy 1984 strike.
Steptoe And Son
Series 7, Episode 5 - Loathe StoryAlbert Steptoe and his son Harold run a rag and bone business. Harold wants to move on in the world and leave home but his plans are always thwarted.
Jimmy Carr: Making People Laugh
Television broadcast of Jimmy Carr's sixth stand-up DVD.
Have I Got News For You
Series 50, Episode 2Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Charlie Brooker and guest panellists Diane Abbott and Nish Kumar.
Norman Wisdom: His Story
Special celebrating the life and work of late comic actor Norman Wisdom.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 19, Christmas SpecialJimmy Carr hosts the Christmas Special, with team captains Rob Beckett and Aisling Bea and guests Brad and James from The Vamps and comedians Roisin Conaty and Joe Wilkinson.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 18, Episode 6 - Deviations With DavenportThe three friends try to help a guide-book writer who is lost.
Extras
Andy Milman is a TV and film extra who dreams of stardom and that elusive big break.
A League Of Their Own
Series 11, Episode 7The regulars are joined by guests Judy Murray, Rob Beckett and Daniel Ricciardo.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 1 (Channel 4: Series 2), Episode 1Jason Manford joins Sean Lock, while Rhod Gilbert teams up with Jon Richardson. Regulars Jimmy Carr, Susie Dent, Rachel Riley and Joe Wilkinson are also on the show. Plus Danny Dyer.
Through The Keyhole
Christmas SpecialKeith Lemon rifles through three celebrity homes, sniffing out seasonal clues to help the star-studded studio panel guess the identity of the owner. Getting in the Christmas spirit with Keith are soap star and pop star Shayne Ward, model Kelly Brook and comedian Johnny Vegas.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 29, Episode 5 - All That Glitters Is Not ElvisWhen Alvin and Entwistle see Lance trying to convince his wife that Elvis is still alive, they feel a duty to help the King make an appearance.
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).
Fleabag
Series 1, Episode 1Angry, pervy, outrageous and hilarious, Fleabag arrives with a bang, as she spins through the city grasping at anyone and anything that might keep her head above water.
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).
Duck Quacks Don't Echo
Series 5, Episode 2Lee Mack is joined by Rhod Gilbert, Ruth Jones and Richard Madely.
Fleabag
Series 1, Episode 2Haunted by memories of her dead best friend, dumped by her emotionally-fragile boyfriend, and now desperately trying to sell her stolen goods, Fleabag attempts to rekindle romantic fires to distract her from the mayhem of her life.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 1 (Channel 4: Series 2), Episode 2Jimmy Carr, Sean Lock and Jon Richardson and the Countdown regulars are joined by guests Miles Jupp and Rhod Gilbert.
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store
Series 4, Episode 7 - Russell Kane At The Comedy StoreRussell Kane is tonight's host and he's talking teenage sex. He's joined by the frugal Nick Dixon, wine buff Tom Wrigglesworth, and playa Joel Dommett.
Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish
Series 4, Episode 2 - If You Put A Sausage In It, It's Not A ViennettaDave explores the perils of stock photography modelling and recruits his favourite celeb for an experiment.
The Catherine Tate Show
Series 3, Episode 5Nan appears on Paul O'Grady's teatime show and broadcasts her horrible views to the nation. The Aga Saga Woman takes a wrong turn into Tottenham and Lauren refuses to speak French for a French oral exam.
Fleabag
Series 1, Episode 1Angry, pervy, outrageous and hilarious, Fleabag arrives with a bang, as she spins through the city grasping at anyone and anything that might keep her head above water.
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store
Series 4, Episode 11 - Sara Pascoe At The Comedy StoreTonight's host at the Comedy Store is the naughty Sara Pascoe. She's joined by LEGO-haircutted Tom Ward, sexting Shappi Khorsandi, and James Bond loving Nish Kumar.
Harry Hill's Tea Time
Series 1, Episode 5 - Deborah MeadenBusiness tycoon Deborah Meaden joins Harry in the kitchen for a feast of culinary mayhem and attempts to create a dog wedding cake and a salad with a difference.
Blandings
Series 2, Episode 1 - Throwing EggsThe Duke of Dunstable (guest star Harry Enfield) - the most obnoxious man in England - has come to stay at Blandings. Not content with smashing the fixtures, he is determined to have Clarence committed as a lunatic.
Smack The Pony
Stylish, original and uninhibited Emmy award-winning sketch show starring Fiona Allen, Doon Mackichan and Sally Phillips.
Fleabag
Series 1, Episode 2Haunted by memories of her dead best friend, dumped by her emotionally-fragile boyfriend, and now desperately trying to sell her stolen goods, Fleabag attempts to rekindle romantic fires to distract her from the mayhem of her life.
Kingdom
Series 3, Episode 4Peter discovers the identity of his niece's true father. Lyle mediates in a land dispute between golfers and druids, and tries to move his relationship with Emily forward. Peter investigates a blackmail case and helps a client with alimony difficulties.
Father Ted
Series 1, Episode 4 - Competition TimeTed's excited. He thinks he's got a good chance of winning the all-priests lookalike show this year. Sadly, neither Jack nor Dougal are particularly inventive souls...
Very British Problems
Christmas Special - Very British Problems At ChristmasNarrated by Julie Walters and featuring archive footage from the 1940s to the present day, this programme tackles the complexities of British life at Christmas.
Smack The Pony
Stylish, original and uninhibited Emmy award-winning sketch show starring Fiona Allen, Doon Mackichan and Sally Phillips.
Russell Howard's Good News
Topical stand-up comedy and chat show hosted by Russell Howard.
Father Ted
Series 1, Episode 5 - And God Created WomanTed ends up playing host to one of his favourite novelists, the rather attractive Polly Clarke. Meanwhile, a group of Nuns are also scheduled to pay visit to Craggy island.
Green Wing
Series 1, Episode 1 - Caroline's First DayIt is Dr. Caroline Todd's first day at the East Hampton Hospital Trust, but things don't start terribly well for her. Mac and Statham enjoy some banter, Martin looks up his old school friends online, Guy eats some coffee and Joanna has some fun on a vibrating bed.
Live At The Electric
Series 3, Episode 7Two Episodes of Mash spot a familiar looking face in the crowd; Marcel Lucont delivers another tale of coming of age en France; and Sharonetti and Elanio scheme up a sticky end for Daveutio in The Only Way Is Shakespeare.
Live At The Electric
Series 3, Episode 8Russell Kane encounters trouble in paradise; the prime minister finds himself distracted from a world crisis in WitTank: The Situation Room; and backstage crew members Totally Tom finally end up front of stage.
Tommy Cooper
Sketch, stand-up and magic from the inimitable Tommy Cooper.
Desmond's
Series 5, Episode 4 - Lollipop ManPorkpie invites everyone to see him in action on the school crossing.
The Almost Impossible Gameshow
Series 1, Episode 2Comedy 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.
Desmond's
Series 5, Episode 5 - PardnershipDesmond goes into partnership with Lee on a sure-fire money-spinning venture.
Minder
Series 2, Episode 10 - The Old School TieWhen an old friend of Terry's escapes from prison, he wants him to help prove his innocence.