Television
TV schedule Friday 12th January 2018
Yes, Prime Minister
Series 2, Episode 1 - Man OverboardPlans to move a number of military bases to the north of England, in an effort to reduce unemployment levels in the region, a dealt a blow when Sir Humphrey fabricates an inter-Cabinet plot against the PM. With resignations on the cards, Jim has some tricky posturing to pull off.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 3 - Dinmaker DivaDennis and the gang are fed up with dinner lady Olive's completely inedible school dinners. In their mission to 'drop the slop', they discover a poster of her past career as a singer. The gang ask her to join The Dinmakers - hoping she'll swap a life in the kitchen for fame. However, after unleashing Olive's inner diva, their new mission is how to get Olive back into the kitchen!
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 10 - Jeopardy MouseWhen the Baron rearranges the countries of the world Danger Mouse reluctantly joins forces with his American counterpart, Jeopardy Mouse, and takes New Zealand for a spin.
The Brittas Empire
Series 7, Episode 1 - The Elephant's ChildGordon Brittas organises a sponsored bungee jump, while several tons of manure are delivered to the centre.
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 10 - Go Jet Academy: HailstormThe Go Jetters join Ubercorn in the Go Jet Academy to try out a brand new click-on: the G.O. Vac, a super vacuum that can suck up bad weather.
Justin's House
Series 4, Episode 10 - Just UsJustin, Robert and Little Monster are excited to spend the day with all their friends, but wake to discover that nobody is there.
Goodnight Sweetheart
Series 5, Episode 9 - Love The One You're WithWhen he hears a wartime story, Gary is forced to rethink his vow never to change history.
Shine On Harvey Moon
Series 2, Episode 2 - A Deal With The DevilHarvey's pal Lou gets involved in black market activities and falls foul of the police, while Rita gets close to a new man-friend.
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 14th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
Horrible Histories
Series 4, Episode 5Some Bronze Agers argue about building the world's first city, Bob Hale explains the entire history of the Renaissance, Mary Seacole sings about her Crimean hotel and William Shakespeare gets into a rap battle.
Minder
Series 2, Episode 6 - The Beer HunterArthur meets up with Yorkie, an old friend from the army, but then loses him. Terry and Arthur have to find him before his wife arrives in London.
Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 9 - Louder And LouderThe Twirlywoos find out how to make loud noises when they play on a drum kit. Back in the Boat, Great BigHoo competes with the Hooter to see who can make the loudest sound.
Big Field
Series 3, Episode 6 - University ChallengeThis week, it's the turn of Jeremy Paxman and the students who take on his incredibly hard questions to get the Big Field treatment.
The Darling Buds Of May
Comedy drama series about H.E. Bates's eccentric Larkin family.
Monty Python's Personal Best
Episode 4 - Terry GilliamA look at a colourful collage of Terry Gilliam's weirdly wonderful animations.
So Awkward
Series 3, Episode 5 - Never The Bridesmaid, Never The BrideJas is asked to be a bridesmaid and is worried about being too clumsy to pull it off.
My Family
Series 11, Episode 11 - A Night OutAn eventful night out is had by all, as Janey and Susan go to a hen night, and Roger goes on a blind date. And Ben, who should be at home looking after Kenzo, spends more time out than he bargained for.
The Darling Buds Of May
Comedy drama series about H.E. Bates's eccentric Larkin family.
4 O'Clock Club
Series 6, Episode 5 - VolcanoWhen Nero gets paired with science genius Polly their tricky relationship means it may not be just their volcano experiment that's going to erupt.
The Green Green Grass
Series 2, Episode 3 - Bothered And BewilderedBoycie decides his staff need to work harder and vows to sack the next employee he catches slacking. Mrs Cakeworthy is the first out the door, but she soon has her boss regretting her decision when the Londoner learns she is a witch. Elsewhere, Tyler has his own problems - he is traumatised by the school art class.
Shine On Harvey Moon
Series 2, Episode 2 - A Deal With The DevilHarvey's pal Lou gets involved in black market activities and falls foul of the police, while Rita gets close to a new man-friend.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Episode 4Hyacinth and Richard take a weekend golfing break with the Major.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 18, Episode 9 - Destiny And Six BananasWhen something horrible stirs in the woods, it's Foggy's big moment.
The Man Who Loved Redheads
Young peer and junior diplomat Mark is obsessed by the face of a redheaded girl whom, in his boyhood, he vowed he would love to eternity.
The Brittas Empire
Series 7, Episode 1 - The Elephant's ChildGordon Brittas organises a sponsored bungee jump, while several tons of manure are delivered to the centre.
Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 9 - Louder And LouderThe Twirlywoos find out how to make loud noises when they play on a drum kit. Back in the Boat, Great BigHoo competes with the Hooter to see who can make the loudest sound.
Blackadder
Blackadder Goes Forth, Episode 3 - Major StarMelchett instructs Blackadder to organise a concert party in order to raise the troops' morale, following the Russians' withdrawal from combat. However, the General takes a particular liking to George's drag act, which could put a halt to proceedings...
Timmy Time
Spin-off from Shaun The Sheep for the CBeebies channel, featuring Timmy the baby lamb and his friends.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 5, Episode 6 - Dead LossSharon's mother-in-law dies and Chris is granted 24 hours compassionate leave from prison. Chris uses this to disappear. Sharon and Tony set about tracking him down.
Blackadder
Blackadder Goes Forth, Episode 4 - Private PlaneBlackadder's latest plan to escape the terror of the trenches is to join the glamorous world of Lord Flasheart in the Royal Flying Corps.
So Awkward
Series 3, Episode 5 - Never The Bridesmaid, Never The BrideJas is asked to be a bridesmaid and is worried about being too clumsy to pull it off.
Minder
Series 2, Episode 7 - A Nice Little WineThings turn sour for Arthur when his bargain wine supplier is mugged and he becomes the prime suspect.
The Green Green Grass
Series 2, Episode 3 - Bothered And BewilderedBoycie decides his staff need to work harder and vows to sack the next employee he catches slacking. Mrs Cakeworthy is the first out the door, but she soon has her boss regretting her decision when the Londoner learns she is a witch. Elsewhere, Tyler has his own problems - he is traumatised by the school art class.
Strange Hill High
Series 1, Episode 5 - Big Mouth Strikes AgainBecky makes an unexpected enemy of the Tooth Fairy when she begins selling healthy food to fellow pupils.
Monty Python's Personal Best
Episode 5 - Michael PalinMichael Palin selects his favourite Python clips, including the fish-slapping dance he performed with John Cleese.
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.
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 14th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 10 - Ray Of SunshineMr Bean is in pursuit of sunshine but only manages to cause chaos on the beach!
Tawny Pipit
A village bands together to save its wildlife from development and wildlife collectors.
On The Buses
Series 7, Episode 3 - The Ticket MachineMum and Olive decide to become mail-order agents, but grossly misunderstand how profitable it'll be, leaving Stan with a huge debt to pay off. Jack thinks he has the answer in the form of an 'expropriated' ticket machine...
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 15 - Go Jet Academy: Wind PowerIt's a very windy day at the Go Jet Academy as Jetpad comes in to land, zooming past the academy's windfarm turbines.
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 16 - Gua Rusa, BorneoWhen Grandmaster Glitch discovers his Halloween pumpkin isn't as big as the Grimbots' one, he goes in search of some fertilizer to help it grow.
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.
George & Mildred
Series 1, Episode 5 - Your Money Or Your LifeThe death of George's uncle gets him thinking about his own mortality - and how much he may be worth for insurance....
The Dog Ate My Homework
Series 5, Episode 2Iain Stirling is joined by child team captains Rohan and Cainwen and special guests Lauren Layfield, Saima Chowdrey, Matthew Crosby and Jess Robinson, who battle it out in a series of rounds and challenges.
One Foot In The Grave
Series 2, Episode 3 - Dramatic FeverMargaret joins the local amateur dramatic society and takes Victor to a Bergerac watching party. Meanwhile, Margaret's mother manages to get stuck in the bath with wallpaper paste.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Episode 4Hyacinth and Richard take a weekend golfing break with the Major.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 18, Episode 9 - Destiny And Six BananasWhen something horrible stirs in the woods, it's Foggy's big moment.
The Good Life
Series 1, Episode 7 - Backs To The WallWhilst in the garden Tom feels a twinge in his back which later requires medical attention. Their harvest urgently needs gathering but it'll take Barbara alone a full week to collect - and there are storms brewing. Can anyone assist?
Shine On Harvey Moon
Series 2, Episode 2 - A Deal With The DevilHarvey's pal Lou gets involved in black market activities and falls foul of the police, while Rita gets close to a new man-friend.
Horrible Histories
Series 4, Episode 5Some Bronze Agers argue about building the world's first city, Bob Hale explains the entire history of the Renaissance, Mary Seacole sings about her Crimean hotel and William Shakespeare gets into a rap battle.
Goodnight Sweetheart
Series 2, Episode 6 - ...As You Wave Me GoodbyeGary discovers that settling down in 1941 is not quite what he imagined - not least because he's now expected to go on fire watch duty. But having committed suicide in 1994, it won't be easy to go home...
The Good Life
Series 2, Episode 1 - Just My BillTom and Barbara are left in financial trouble as they struggle to sell their surplus fruit and vegetables just as the rates need to be paid. A last-gasp search down the back of a sofa means the payment is met on time - leaving the Goods with a single penny to their name.
The Dog Ate My Homework
Series 5, Episode 2Iain Stirling is joined by child team captains Rohan and Cainwen and special guests Lauren Layfield, Saima Chowdrey, Matthew Crosby and Jess Robinson, who battle it out in a series of rounds and challenges.
Tell Me Another
Series 4, Episode 6Embarrassing stories. This week starring: Acker Bilk, Roger de Courcey, Percy Edwards, Dickie Henderson, Vince Hill, Miriam Karlin, Tom O'Connor, Sylvia Syms, Sydney Tafler.
The Man Who Loved Redheads
Young peer and junior diplomat Mark is obsessed by the face of a redheaded girl whom, in his boyhood, he vowed he would love to eternity.
Blackadder
Blackadder Goes Forth, Episode 5 - General HospitalWith the Germans aware of every one of the British army's moves before they've even made them, General Melchett tracks the source to a spy in the nearby hospital. Blackadder is called upon to root out the Kraut snoop and bring him to justice.
Duck Quacks Don't Echo
Series 5, Episode 1Ross Kemp, Bob Mortimer and Sara Cox put their fascinating theories to the test by whatever means necessary.
The Good Old Days
Traditional music-hall entertainment, with songs, sketches and stand-up comedy from the Leeds City Varieties.
Room 101
Series 7, Episode 1 - Charlie Brooker, Scarlett Moffatt, Pearl MackieCharlie Brooker, Scarlett Moffatt and Pearl Mackie compete to have their pet hates and peeves consigned to Room 101. Topics include Crocs, mosquitoes and having your hair cut!
Blackadder
Blackadder Goes Forth, Episode 6 - GoodbyeeeThe time has finally come to go "over the top" and face the dreaded Hun on the battlefield. George is thrilled by the prospect, but Blackadder is still less than enthusiastic and resolves to call in an old trick and a long-standing favour owed to him by Field Marshal Haig...
Men Behaving Badly
A selection of episodes from the third series of the laddish sitcom.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 17, Episode 3Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson and Sean Lock look at the what people have been talking about this week. The teams are joined by Jack Dee, musician Example, Jerry Springer and Roisin Conaty.
Lee Evans: Wired And Wonderful - Live At Wembley
TV broadcast of Lee Evans live at Wembley in 2002, unleashing his latest material to a giddy crowd.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 11, Episode 7The guests on this episode are Ade Edmondson, Claude Littner, Cariad Lloyd and Jordan Stephens.
Live At The Apollo
Series 5, Episode 3 - Al Murray, Chris Addison and Tim VineThe pub landlord Al Murray hosts, before introducing special guests Chris Addison and pun-meister Tim Vine.
Paul
Sci-fi comedy starring Nick Frost and Simon Pegg as friends who chance upon an alien whilst travelling across the US.
The Big Fat Quiz Of Everything
2018 Special - The Big Fat Quiz Of Everything 2018Jimmy Carr asks questions covering 100,000 years of human history. With Vic Reeves, Bob Mortimer, Claudia Winkleman, Miranda Hart, Jonathan Ross and Nish Kumar.
The Vicar Of Dibley
Series 2, Episode 1 - Dibley LiveTo celebrate the 650th year since Dibley's founding, Geraldine arranges a special licence to run their own local radio station. All of the villagers lend a hand in the week-long event, and Frank has a particular secret to impart. Meanwhile, the Vicar finds the perfect opportunity to bring David down a peg or two.
Mrs. Brown's Boys
Series 1, Episode 3 - Mammy's MerchandiseDermot wants to ask his childhood friend, Buster, to be best man at his wedding - now just weeks away - but Agnes has set her heart on Mark, her eldest son, filling the position.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 17, Episode 4The teams are joined by guests Mel Giedroyc, Johnny Vegas, Aisling Bea and Kym Marsh.
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.
QI
Series O, Episode 11 - Objects And OrnamentsSandi Toksvig looks at some Objects And Ornaments. Along the way, you'll discover where you can find an actual UFO, and meet the world's best-dressed crab. With Sarah Millican, Alice Levine and Cariad Lloyd.
Taskmaster
Series 4, Episode 4 - Friendship Is TruthWhat will Mel Giedroyc do to a humble pommel horse? Should Hugh Dennis climb that high? And why are Alex Horne and Noel Fielding dancing like a pair of shrews? As always, Taskmaster Greg Davies will deliver his judgements on their efforts, and his well-trained assistant Alex Horne is overseeing the tasks.
A League Of Their Own
Series 7, Episode 2Three members of One Direction and Radio 1 DJ Sara Cox are the guests joining James Corden, Jamie Redknapp, Freddie Flintoff and Jack Whitehall.
The Graham Norton Show
Series 22, Episode 15 - Tom Hanks, Anthony Joshua, Maisie Williams, First Aid KitTom Hanks says his 1970s-set movie captures the zeitgeist of today's political arena, Anthony Joshua talks about his plans to become the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world, Maisie Williams chats about the final series of Game Of Thrones and First Aid Kit perform live in the studio.
Fonejacker
Series 1, Episode 1Fonejacker is a man addicted to prank telephone calls, taking on various guises to satisfy his need to scam and confuse anyone at the end of the phone.
Mr Doovdé enquiring about DFS and Terry Tibbs is looking to buy a Maserati 3200.
Smack The Pony
Stylish, original and uninhibited Emmy award-winning sketch show starring Fiona Allen, Doon Mackichan and Sally Phillips.
The Russell Howard Hour
Series 1, Episode 1Russell comments on a week in which there was a largely botched terrorist attack on the Tube; talks to the children of the world about Vladimir Putin; and interviews Labour MP Diane Abbott. Stand-up from Kiri Pritchard-McLean.
Fonejacker
Series 1, Episode 2Irish Mike represents more inappropriately named companies and the Chinese Gang enquire about bringing a film crew into the cinema to film the film.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 5, Episode 6 - Dead LossSharon's mother-in-law dies and Chris is granted 24 hours compassionate leave from prison. Chris uses this to disappear. Sharon and Tony set about tracking him down.
Witless
Series 3, Episode 1Could things get any worse for Leanne and Rhona? Their gung-ho attempt to frame nemesis Willy Whelan has backfired.
Soho Theatre Live
Episode 1 - Joel DommettJoel Dommett is the first in the Soho Theatre Live series to take to the stage and the hilarious episode sees Joel at his funniest as he discusses the fails and mishaps of his dating life, the infamous catfishing scandal and the pranks he used to play on his Grandad.
Smack The Pony
Stylish, original and uninhibited Emmy award-winning sketch show starring Fiona Allen, Doon Mackichan and Sally Phillips.
Through The Keyhole
Series 4, Episode 3On the panel this time are radio DJ and TV presenter Marvin Humes, morning TV host Kate Garraway and comedian Jimmy Carr.
Sticky
Animated sitcom about four best friends who attend a college.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 8, Episode 2This week's guests are Jeremy Clarkson, David Walliams, Holly Walsh and James McQuillan from The Apprentice.
Russell Kane
TV version of Russell Kane's 2015-released stand-up show.
Big Train
Sketch show featuring stars including Simon Pegg, Mark Heap, Kevin Eldon, Julia Davis and Catherine Tate.
Mock The Week
Series 9, Episode 3Dara, Hugh, Russell and Andy dissect another week, this time with the help of guests Chris Addison, Ed Byrne and Micky Flanagan.
Ali G In Da USAiii
Ali G takes his brand of interview to the US.
Big Train
Sketch show featuring stars including Simon Pegg, Mark Heap, Kevin Eldon, Julia Davis and Catherine Tate.
House Of Fools
Series 2, Episode 1 - The Erik AffairJulie opens a bistro, and Vic and Beef help arrange a blind date for Erik.
Kevin Bridges - The Story Continues
Young Scottish stand-up comic Kevin Bridges performs his second live tour in front of a packed-out Glasgow arena crowd.
House Of Fools
Series 2, Episode 2 - The Botox AffairAfter stealing some unused botox equipment, Vic decides to test it out on Julie and Bosh with striking results.
The Big Fat Quiz Of Everything
2018 Special - The Big Fat Quiz Of Everything 2018Jimmy Carr asks questions covering 100,000 years of human history. With Vic Reeves, Bob Mortimer, Claudia Winkleman, Miranda Hart, Jonathan Ross and Nish Kumar.
Love And Marriage
Episode 2Pauline sets out on her new life with a new hairstyle and heads out on a date with former colleague Peter.
Mock The Week
Series 9, Episode 3Dara, Hugh, Russell and Andy dissect another week, this time with the help of guests Chris Addison, Ed Byrne and Micky Flanagan.
Smack The Pony
Stylish, original and uninhibited Emmy award-winning sketch show starring Fiona Allen, Doon Mackichan and Sally Phillips.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 18, Episode 6Sarah Millican, Melanie C, Charlotte Ritchie and David O'Doherty look at the topical stories of the week.
Smack The Pony
Stylish, original and uninhibited Emmy award-winning sketch show starring Fiona Allen, Doon Mackichan and Sally Phillips.
A Fine Romance
Gentle sitcom about the begrudging and at times difficult romance between two individuals; a translator and a gardener.