British Comedy Guide

Television

TV schedule Thursday 14th December 2017

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5pm
15 min
Little Roy. Copyright: JAM Media

Little Roy

Series 2, Christmas Special - Santa's Little Helper

Roy realises that Christmas is about giving presents as well as getting them - but he doesn't have anything for Maura and Bill!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:20pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Frank Pickle (John Bluthal), Alice Tinker (Emma Chambers), Hugo Horton (James Fleet), Owen Newitt (Roger Lloyd Pack), Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French), Jim Trott (Trevor Peacock), David Horton (Gary Waldhorn). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

2004/2005 Specials, Christmas Special - Merry Christmas

It's been 10 years since Geraldine arrived in Dibley, and the villagers set out to celebrate in ways that only they could dream of. A lingerie model, chocolate fountain, copious amounts of wine and the Archbishop of Canterbury make this a Christmas to remember!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:35pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Uncle Albert (Buster Merryfield), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 5, Christmas Special - A Royal Flush

Rodney meets an upper-crust young lady selling paintings down the market and they instantly hit it off. However, when Del finds out that she's Lady Victoria of Malebury, whose father is a cousin of the Queen, he begins to plot the couple's wedding.

U&Dave channel logo 8pm
60 min
Ross Noble Off Road. Ross Noble. Copyright: Grain Media

Ross Noble Off Road

Episode 2

Team Noble reach breaking point as they discover what challenges this legendary biking event has hidden up its rather rocky sleeves. Ross is in over his head, and up to his neck in deep and muddy bogs!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Dave Best (Craig Cash), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Antony Royle (Ralf Little)

The Royle Family

Christmas Special - The Golden Egg Cup

There'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.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 9pm
60 min
Tommy Cooper Forever. Tommy Cooper. Copyright: Shiver Productions

Tommy Cooper Forever

Episode 1

The documentary traces Tommy Cooper's extraordinary journey from South Wales to top of the bill at the Palladium, with the help of family, friends who worked with him and famous fans - a cast list which includes Jennifer Saunders, Simon Callow, Lionel Blair, Anita Harris, Les Dennis and Jerome Flynn.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Lee (Lee Mack)

Not Going Out

Series 8, Episode 3 - Car

Lee's hopes for a stress-free ferry trip to France with Lucy and the children are dashed when they don't leave enough time for the car journey.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 9pm (repeat)
Through The Keyhole. Image shows from L to R: Johnny Vegas, Leigh Francis, Kelly Brook, Shayne Ward. Copyright: Talkback

Through The Keyhole

Christmas Special

Keith 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.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9:30pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 9, Out-takes - Unseen - Vol 2

James Corden presents some previously unseen footage from the sports-based panel show.

U&Dave channel logo 9:40pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lee (Lee Mack), Emma Bunton. Copyright: Avalon Television

Not Going Out

Series 8, Episode 4 - Hot Tub

Lee and Lucy play hot tub fantasy date with Anna and Toby, causing them to end up in hot water.

Sky Atlantic logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm
The Trip. Image shows from L to R: Steve (Steve Coogan), Rob (Rob Brydon). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions / Arbie

The Trip

The Trip to Spain - The Movie. Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon reunite to take their wit and appetites on a coast-to-coast road trip through picturesque Spain. Feature-length film edit.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Darren Harriott, Rob Beckett, Jen Brister. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 13, Episode 3 - Rob Beckett, Jen Brister, Darren Harriott

In this episode, the hilarious Rob Beckett is your host as he introduces rising comedy stars Jen Brister and Darren Harriott to the stage.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm
60 min
Celebrity Juice. Image shows from L to R: Leigh Francis, Alex James, Ricky Wilson, Holly Willoughby, John Barrowman, Fearne Cotton, Denise Van Outen, Stacey Solomon, Gino D'Acampo

Celebrity Juice

Series 18, Christmas Special

Keith Lemon is joined by team captains Holly Willoughby and Fearne Cotton for a special festive edition of the outrageous comedy panel show. Joining the teams tonight are actor John Barrowman, musician Alex James, Loose Women Denise Van Outen and Stacey Solomon, and Kaiser Chiefs frontman Ricky Wilson.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (repeat)
The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Simon Cooper (Joe Thomas), Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird), Neil Sutherland (Blake Harrison), Jay Cartwright (James Buckley). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Series 3, Episode 5 - Will Is Home Alone

Will's mum is away for a weekend with old schoolfriend Fergus. Will is left home alone and the other boys take full advantage of the situation.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm
60 min
The Russell Howard Hour. Image shows from L to R: Jamie Oliver, Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

The Russell Howard Hour

Series 1, Episode 13

Russell talks to chef Jamie Oliver. Stand-up from Ed Gamble.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20pm (repeat)
Miranda. Image shows from L to R: Miranda (Miranda Hart), Stevie (Sarah Hadland). Copyright: BBC

Miranda

Final Specials - The Final Curtain

Will Miranda finally learn to accept herself and find contentment? And will she find her one true love?

U&Dave channel logo 10:20pm (repeat)
QI. Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series B, Episode 5 - Bears

With Jimmy Carr, Jo Brand and Bill Bailey.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:35pm (repeat)
The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Simon Cooper (Joe Thomas), Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird), Neil Sutherland (Blake Harrison), Jay Cartwright (James Buckley). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Series 3, Episode 6 - The Camping Trip

Will decides to organise one last trip for the gang before they go their separate ways. The four heroes pack the Fiat for a camping trip in the countryside. Will draws on all his scout training - the same however, cannot be said for Jay, Neil and Simon who aren't prepared for the great outdoors at all.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 10:40pm (repeat)
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Tracey Stubbs (Linda Robson), Vince (Martin Kemp), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph), Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke)

Birds Of A Feather

Christmas Special - There's A Girl In My Souk

When Travis goes missing in Morocco, Sharon, Tracey and Dorien move heaven and earth to track him down and bring him home for the holidays. On their three-woman mission, the Chigwell pals journey by aeroplane, ferry, car and camel, meeting old friends and making new enemies along the way.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series I, Episode 10 - Inland Revenue

With Al Murray, Dara O'Briain and Sandi Toksvig

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:10pm (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Edina (Jennifer Saunders), Patsy (Joanna Lumley). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 5, Christmas Special - Cold Turkey

It's Jane's first Christmas, and Edina plans to spend the festive period at home rather than on holiday. Trouble is, she's not told Patsy yet. What'll be her reaction to the news?

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 11:40pm (repeat)
Tonight At The London Palladium. Al Murray

Tonight At The London Palladium

Series 3, Episode 5

Bradley Walsh welcomes singer songwriter Jack Savoretti; popband The Vamps; young American dancing sensations Kevin Tellez and Gabrielly Palacio; the cast of Disney's musical The Lion King; and STOMP, who celebrate their 25th anniversary with a very special performance. Plus comedy from everybody's favourite Pub Landlord Al Murray and British soul singer Beverley Knight performs a song from The Bodyguard.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV Midnight (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Sophie Chapman (Olivia Colman), Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb), Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 3, Episode 2 - Sectioning

Merry, an eccentric old friend from university, is back on the scene, and things are looking up for Jeremy when she offers him the chance to manage a pub she owns.

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

Room 101

Series 4, Episode 8 - Adrian Chiles, Jameela Jamil, Des O'Connor

Frank Skinner is joined by TV presenter Adrian Chiles, Radio 1's Jameela Jamil and veteran entertainer Des O'Connor. Nominations include people who recline aircraft seats.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky Midnight (repeat)

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