British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Television

TV schedule Friday 24th November 2017

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:30am
15 min
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 4, Episode 15 - More About Shorter And Shorter

Stop-motion preschool programme about the adventures of four inquisitive Twirlywoos.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:05pm
5 min
Regular. Regular (Tim Key)

Regular

Short film as part of Channel 4's Random Acts strand starring Tim Key and Laura Marling.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 5, Episode 5

Richard isn't exactly over the moon with his surprise birthday present.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6pm
10 min
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 15 - Super Paul

After Dennis persuades Pieface that Paul is an undercover super hero, Gnasher, JJ and Rubi go along with the story and help Dennis to 'prove it'. However, his genius plan comes to a sticky end, when Pieface begins to think that with Paul at his side, he is completely invincible!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:40pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 3, Episode 1 - A Storm In A Teacup

Harris steals some pills from the Medical Officer, but manages to dispose of them when stopped by Mackay. Grouty is concerned the theft may lift the lid on his own thefts so ropes in Fletcher to replace the pills. Where will Fletcher find new medication before the end of the lunch hour?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20pm (repeat)
The Good Life. Image shows from L to R: Margo Leadbetter (Penelope Keith), Tom Good (Richard Briers), Jerry Leadbetter (Paul Eddington), Barbara Good (Felicity Kendal). Copyright: BBC

The Good Life

Series 3, Episode 7 - The Last Posh Frock

After constantly being treated like one of the lads, the life of self sufficency upsets Barbara who admits to missing feeling like a woman. Tom eventually realises that Barbara gave up more than he did when they traded lives and performs a selfless act to try and help.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (repeat)
Victoria Wood's Mid Life Christmas. Victoria Wood. Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Victoria Wood's Mid Life Christmas

Victoria Wood returns with a 60-minute special for BBC One featuring sketches, personal injury commercials, unlikely sporting events and a dance number bringing together the killer combo of midriff bulge and Busby Berkeley.

BBC Four 8pm (repeat)
The Good Old Days. Copyright: BBC

The Good Old Days

Traditional music-hall entertainment, with songs, sketches and stand-up comedy from the Leeds City Varieties.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 8:30pm (repeat)
Still Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Gastric (Tim Healy), Mrs Hussein (Nina Wadia), Madge (Brigit Forsyth), Cyril (Kulvinder Ghir), Granville (David Jason), Wet Eric (Johnny Vegas), Mavis (Maggie Ollerenshaw), Leroy (James Baxter), Boyfriend (Matthew Mellalieu), Kath Agnew (Sally Lindsay), Mr Newbold (Geoffrey Whitehead), Elsie Bridges (Janine Duvitski), Mrs Featherstone (Stephanie Cole). Copyright: BBC

Still Open All Hours

Series 3, Christmas Special

Granville and Gastric find themselves playing marriage counsellors, whilst Leroy adopts a festive disguise to avoid relationship trouble of a different kind.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9pm
30 min
Have I Got News For You. Stephen Mangan

Have I Got News For You

Series 54, Episode 7

Regular captains Ian Hislop and Paul Merton are joined by guest host Stephen Mangan and panellists Steph McGovern and Jo Caulfield.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, John Bishop. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 6, Episode 1 - Sean Lock and John Bishop

Live At The Apollo returns to BBC One, showcasing the best of British comedy talent. 8 Out Of 10 Cats star Sean Lock introduces Liverpool's finest, John Bishop, from the world-famous Hammersmith Apollo.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
The Rebel. Image shows from L to R: Henry Palmer (Simon Callow), Margaret (Anita Dobson). Copyright: Retort

The Rebel

Series 2, Episode 3 - Health

A misjudged late-night dip in the sea leaves both Henry and Charles very much worse for wear. As their symptoms deteriorate, they ultimately end up in hospital.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Image shows from L to R: Winnie McGoogan (Eilish O'Carroll), Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll), Grandad Brown (Dermot O'Neill)

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Christmas 2016, Christmas Special - Mammy's Forest

Agnes Brown has had enough hassle with Christmas trees to last a lifetime, so this year she refuses to have one.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm
60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Hal Cruttenden, Greg Davies, Simon Evans. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 8, Episode 6 - Greg Davies, Hal Cruttenden, Simon Evans

Greg Davies hosts the stand-up comedy show, with sets from Hal Cruttenden and Simon Evans too.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Nish Kumar, Sandi Toksvig, Ross Noble, Sally Phillips. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series O, Episode 5 - Odorous And Odious

Sandi Toksvig considers all things Odorous And Odious. Why is the world's second-smelliest man so frustrated? Sandi has the answer. With Nish Kumar, Sally Phillips and Ross Noble.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain

Mock The Week

A selection of episodes from the 15th series of the satirical panel game.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
65 min
The Last Leg. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Adam Hills, Alex Brooker

The Last Leg

Series 12, Episode 9

In this show, the regulars are joined by American comedian Margaret Cho and NZ comedian and actor Rhys Darby, along with former Strictly Come Dancing competitor Jonnie Peacock and Oti Mabuse.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 12, Episode 2

Heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua and UK athletics' Mo Farah team up with Jamie Redknapp in the red corner. On the blue team, Freddie and Jack welcome pop royalty Emma Bunton.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:35pm
45 min
The Graham Norton Show. Graham Norton. Credit: So Television, Christopher Baines

The Graham Norton Show

Series 22, Episode 8 - Mel Gibson, Will Ferrell, Mark Wahlberg, John Lithgow, Shirley Ballas, Kesha

Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg talk about their kids' blossoming romance, John Lithgow says he was intimidated by Churchill, Mel Gibson talks about being welcomed back into the Hollywood fold, Mark Wahlberg chats about hamburgers, Shirley Ballas won't be drawn on who might win Strictly, and Kesha performs live in the studio.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Lee (Lee Mack), Tim (Tim Vine). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 3, Episode 7 - Marriage

Lee is horrified when he hears that Lucy is considering marriage to Pavlov, a mechanic from the old Eastern bloc, just so that he can stay in the country.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 11:15pm (repeat)
Tonight At The London Palladium. Image shows from L to R: Peter Cox, Tony Hadley, Bradley Walsh, Richard Drummie. Copyright: ITV Studios

Tonight At The London Palladium

Series 3, Episode 3

This show's guests include a special collaborative performance from award winning duo Go West alongside Spandau Ballet's Tony Hadley, Grammy Award winner Meghan Trainor, plus music from The Corrs and a performance from the West End's Disney's Aladdin and comedy from Jarlath Regan.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:25pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Panel show in which believable lies and unbelievable truths must be identified.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40pm (repeat)
The Mighty Boosh. Image shows from L to R: Vince Noir (Noel Fielding), Howard Moon (Julian Barratt). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

The Mighty Boosh

Series 2, Episode 5 - The Legend Of Old Gregg

Following a somewhat poorly received gig, the boys decide to skip town for a bit.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight (repeat)
Room 101. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 3, Episode 6 - Gyles Brandreth, Melanie Chisholm, Adam Hills

Ex-politician Gyles Brandreth, Spice Girl Melanie Chisholm and Australian comedian Adam Hills try to dump acceptance speeches at award ceremonies, different types of toothpaste and abs into Room 101.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky Midnight (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. James Corden. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 7, Episode 3

Cage-fighting, sheep testicles and an insight into Whitehall's sex life... it's Episode 3. The guests are David Walliams, football manager Sam Allardyce and Paralympian Dame Sarah Storey.

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