British Comedy Guide

Television

TV schedule Saturday 24th February 2018

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (repeat)
Sooty. Richard (Richard Cadell). Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 23 - The Silent Movie

When Sooty accidentally destroys one of Richard's old films, the gang decide to replace it with one they've made themselves. But will it be good enough to impress Mr Slater's grandchildren?

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 6:25am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 4, Episode 8 - Willesden Suite

Terry's job as security for the local Rotary Club offers Arthur a chance to gain some much-needed respectability when he is invited to speak at a function.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:10am (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 2, Episode 1 - Double Trouble

When Shaun dresses as the farmer he suddenly has the power to boss Bitzer around, so he decides to throw a party. All goes to plan until Shaun encounters the real farmer...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:15am (repeat)
Yes, Prime Minister. Image shows from L to R: Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds), James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne). Copyright: BBC

Yes, Prime Minister

Series 1, Episode 8 - One Of Us

A former head of MI5 is posthumously revealed to have been routinely passing information to the Russians during key Cold War years. An embarrassing story for any Government, but the situation becomes particularly tricky when it emerges that Humphrey chaired an inquiry that cleared him of such claims at the time...

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:20am (repeat)
The Zoo

The Zoo

Series 1, Episode 15 - The Mascot

The hunt is on for a new mascot. A popular, photogenic animal to publicise the zoo.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:30am (repeat)
Class Dismissed. Copyright: BBC

Class Dismissed

Series 1, Episode 7 - Bird Inside

There's a pigeon on the loose inside the school and caretaker Dave is determined to catch it.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:35am (repeat)
Boj. Copyright: Pesky Productions

Boj

Episode 20 - Carry On Carrot

Mrs Woof is making her big soup but is missing Mr Cloppity's carrots, as his crop has failed. Boj and his buddies discover a giant carrot growing amongst the tiddlers but it is too big to deliver to the diner... until Boj gets boj-ing and finds a way to combine all of his friends' ideas to lift it, push it and roll it along.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:45am (repeat)
My Family. Abi Harper (Siobhan Hayes). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 3, Episode 4 - Of Mice And Ben

In this, the 25th episode, Abi has to make a video project about family life. She decides to film the Harpers, but Ben and Susan ruin the film!

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 9 - Seattle Space Needle, USA

Glitch has attached huge rocket boosters to Grim HQ in an attempt to become the first Grandmaster in space.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:10am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 10 - Go Jet Academy: Hailstorm

The 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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20am (repeat)
My Hero. Image shows from L to R: Janet Dawkins (Emily Joyce), George Sunday (Ardal O'Hanlon). Copyright: Big Bear Films

My Hero

Series 1, Episode 1 - My Hero

It's just an ordinary day at the Northolt surgery. Dr Piers Crispin, the publicity-mad TV doctor, still fancies Janet almost as much as he fancies himself, Mrs. Raven, the sarcastic receptionist, is still frightening patients and Janet's mother has dropped in to wonder why her daughter is bent on passing up such an eligible husband as Piers.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:30am (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Ryan Sampson

Horrible Histories

Series 7, Episode 4 - Atrocious Artists

Discover the most stolen painting in history and how Picasso and Dali found innovative ways of paying for things without using money.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9am (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 5, Episode 4

Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.

ITV Encore 9:05am (repeat)
Mapp & Lucia. Image shows from L to R: Lucia (Geraldine McEwan), Mapp (Prunella Scales). Copyright: London Weekend Television / Rex

Mapp & Lucia

Series 1, Episode 5 - The Owl And The Pussycat

TV series based on the 1930s books by EF Benson. Prunella Scales and Geraldine McEwan star.

CITV 9:25am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:50am (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 11, Episode 3

Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:50am (repeat)
Little Roy. Copyright: JAM Media

Little Roy

Series 2, Episode 8 - Rumble Roy

Roy's frustration gets the better of him. Will his family and friends help teach Roy that lightening up and laughing at yourself is best, or will Roy's fury upset their barbecue plans?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40am (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason), Grandad (Lennard Pearce). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

A selection of episodes from the second series of Britain's most popular sitcom.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:20pm (repeat)
Millie Inbetween. Millie (Millie Innes). Copyright: The Foundation

Millie Inbetween

Series 4, Episode 8 - Best Actress Goes To...

There is family drama as Leo is cast as Juliet and Lauren as the Friar. The girls realise they need to help Leo find his inner Juliet. Mike's building a go-kart, but needs Fran's help.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:45pm (repeat)
Millie Inbetween. Millie (Millie Innes). Copyright: The Foundation

Millie Inbetween

Series 4, Episode 9 - The Camera Never Lies

Lauren's confidence takes a knock when she's turned down for a photography course. Millie boosts her but the results are uncomfortable. Franma's birthday gift tests Fran and Jake.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 1:05pm (repeat)
Mr. Bean. Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson)

Mr. Bean

Episode 4 - Mr. Bean Goes To Town

In this escapade, Mr. Bean buys a TV and a new camera, has an itchy foot and goes on a date.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:35pm (repeat)
4 O'Clock Club. Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Club

A selection of episodes from the seventh series of the musical children's comedy.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 1:35pm (repeat)
Mr. Bean. Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson)

Mr. Bean

Episode 5 - The Trouble With Mr. Bean

Thanks to some ingenious driving, Mr. Bean gets to an appointment with the dentist after oversleeping. He also has trouble in the park with a bothersome wasp, and meets a child with a remote-controlled boat.

U&Dave channel logo 2:20pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Nessa (Ruth Jones), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Stacey (Joanna Page), Smithy (James Corden). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

A repeat-run of the entire second series of the sitcom by and starring Ruth Jones and James Corden.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:40pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 3, Episode 3 - Spring

Spring's on the way, and the Vicar has just about managed to get Alice and Hugo to agree to a reasonably sensible name for their baby. That means that the Christening can finally take place - but first, David has romance, and Geraldine, squarely on his mind.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:35pm (repeat)
Fawlty Towers. Image shows from L to R: Basil Fawlty (John Cleese), Mr Hamilton (Bruce Boa). Copyright: BBC

Fawlty Towers

Series 2, Episode 3 - Waldorf Salad

Basil gets himself in a fluster when a rather abrupt American guest arrives at the hotel. His English wife is rather more relaxed, but after confusion with the evening meal, temperaments soon change all-round.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 3:50pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 9 - Seattle Space Needle, USA

Glitch has attached huge rocket boosters to Grim HQ in an attempt to become the first Grandmaster in space.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 10 - Go Jet Academy: Hailstorm

The 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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:15pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason), Grandad (Lennard Pearce). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

A selection of episodes from the second series of Britain's most popular sitcom.

London Live 4:15pm (repeat)
The Englishman Who Went Up A Hill But Came Down A Mountain. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Grant, Tara Fitzgerald

The Englishman Who Went Up A Hill But Came Down A Mountain

When the residents of a Welsh village learn that their "mountain" is just short of the required 1,000ft threshold, they plan to make it taller.

U&Drama channel logo 5pm (repeat)
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph), Tracey Stubbs (Linda Robson). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

A selection of episodes from the fourth series.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 5:30pm
30 min
Harry Hill's Tea Time. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall, Harry Hill. Copyright: Nit TV

Harry Hill's Tea Time

Series 2, Episode 8 - Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall

Celeb chef Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall is put through his paces as he joins Harry Hill on his madcap culinary show. With washing machine fried puffer fish and bin-diving fancies on the menu, Harry claims this is Hugh's chance to learn how to cook "properly". There's a musical skit and comedy clips, as well as a look back at some of the funniest moments of Hugh's TV career.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:15pm (repeat)
Fawlty Towers. Image shows from L to R: Basil Fawlty (John Cleese), Manuel (Andrew Sachs). Copyright: BBC

Fawlty Towers

Series 2, Episode 2 - The Psychiatrist

Basil's delighted when a married couple - both doctors - check in. However, Sybil's busy flirting with a young male guest, and when he discovers that one of the doctors is a psychiatrist, he grows increasingly paranoid...

CITV 6:50pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.

U&Dave channel logo 7pm (repeat)
Red Dwarf. Image shows from L to R: Cat (Danny John-Jules), Rimmer (Chris Barrie), Lister (Craig Charles), Kryten (Robert Llewellyn). Copyright: UKTV

Red Dwarf

A selection of episodes from Series XI.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:05pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Mr. Edmund Blackadder, Esquire (Rowan Atkinson)

Blackadder

A selection of episodes from the second series of the comic historic saga.

Talking Pictures TV 7:50pm (repeat)
Only Two Can Play

Only Two Can Play

The librarian in a Welsh provincial town becomes unsuccessfully entangled with the glamorous wife of a town councillor.

BBC Two 8:30pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Image shows from L to R: Private Godfrey (Arnold Ridley), Lance Corporal Jones (Clive Dunn), Private Walker (James Beck), Captain Mainwaring (Arthur Lowe), Private Frazer (John Laurie), Sergeant Wilson (John Le Mesurier), Private Pike (Ian Lavender)

Dad's Army

Series 6, Episode 1 - The Deadly Attachment

It is the day the men have been waiting for. When they are asked to watch the crew of a U Boat, they get the chance to meet some Germans face-to-face. But the German Captain has plans to escape, and some names on his list.

Horror Channel 9pm (repeat)
Cockneys Vs Zombies. Image shows from L to R: Terry (Rasmus Hardiker), Andy (Harry Treadaway)

Cockneys Vs Zombies

Comedy film about East End bank robbers who get caught up in a zombie infestation.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Upstart Crow. Will Shakespeare (David Mitchell). Copyright: BBC

Upstart Crow

A selection of episodes from the first series of the sitcom starring David Mitchell as the Bard.

Comedy Central 9pm (repeat)
Jason Manford Live: First World Problems. Jason Manford. Copyright: Channel X

Jason Manford Live: First World Problems

TV broadcast of Jason Manford's 2014 live stand-up DVD, First World Problems.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 9:50pm
55 min
Through The Keyhole. Image shows from L to R: Jonathan Ross, Melanie Sykes, Leigh Francis, Ashley Banjo. Copyright: Talkback

Through The Keyhole

Series 5, Episode 8

The star-studded panel for the final episode in this series are presenter Jonathan Ross, TV and radio host Melanie Sykes, and celebrity choreographer Ashley Banjo.

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Jimmy Carr. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 13 (Channel 4: Series 14), Episode 5

In this show, guest captain Jason Manford and Joe Wilkinson take on guest captain Lee Mack and Fay Ripley. Alex Horne and The Horne Section are in with Susie Dent, while Rachel Riley presides over the letters and numbers.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 10:05pm (repeat)
Duck Quacks Don't Echo. Image shows from L to R: Richard Madeley, Lee Mack, Ruth Jones, Rhod Gilbert. Copyright: Magnum Media

Duck Quacks Don't Echo

Series 5, Episode 2

Lee Mack is joined by Rhod Gilbert, Ruth Jones and Richard Madely.

Russia Today 10:25pm
30 min
Sam Delaney's News Thing. Philip Davies

Sam Delaney's News Thing

Episode 7 - No Guns Please We're British

Conservative MP Philip Davies accuses Stormzy of being 'boring' and Sam asks whether schools need more or less guns. With Bobby Davro, Bobby Mair and Danielle Ward.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow. Michael McIntyre. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow

Series 1, Episode 2 - Manchester

This week, Michael is at the Manchester Apollo, where he is joined by North West favourite Jason Manford as well as John Bishop, Sarah Millican and Mick Ferry.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:20pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Image shows from L to R: Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson, Sean Lock. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

2013 Specials, Episode 2

Jon Richardson and actor Stephen Mangan take on Lee Mack and Pointless boffin Richard Osman.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 11:25pm (repeat)
Bliss. Image shows from L to R: Kim (Heather Graham), Andrew (Stephen Mangan)

Bliss

Episode 2

Andrew takes steps to undermine Kim's self-confidence when her campaign to improve the state of local roads gathers momentum and threatens to upset the delicate balance of his carefully constructed double life.

U&Dave channel logo 11:35pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Smithy (James Corden). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 2, Episode 3

Stacey's getting used to being an 'Essex wife' but it's not as exciting as she'd hoped.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV Midnight (repeat)
Green Wing. Mac Macartney (Julian Rhind-Tutt). Copyright: Talkback Productions

Green Wing

Series 2, Episode 4

Caroline seems to be getting closer to making Mac remember their relationship, but a spanner is thrown in the works when Angela's replacement turns out to be Mac's old girlfriend Holly. Joanna has probles with her eyes, Sue attends an art class with Martin as a nude model, and Guy teaches Guyball to some kids.

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

A League Of Their Own

Series 9, Episode 1

James Corden, Jamie Redknapp, Freddie Flintoff and Jack Whitehall are joined by Ryder Cup legend Ian Poulter, Sky Sports presenter Olivia Wayne and comedian Josh Widdicombe.

U&Dave channel logo 12:15am (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Smithy (James Corden). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 2, Episode 4

Mick becomes a minor celebrity for the night after appearing on the news.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:20am (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Image shows from L to R: David O'Doherty, Lee Mack, Rachel Riley, Vic Reeves, Jimmy Carr, Susie Dent, Jon Richardson, Henning Wehn, Joe Wilkinson. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 1 (Channel 4: Series 2), Episode 1

Jason 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.

U&Dave channel logo 12:55am (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?

A selection of episodes from the eighth series of the lie-based panel game.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 1am (repeat)
The Russell Howard Hour. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

The Russell Howard Hour

Series 1, Episode 1

Russell 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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:05am (repeat)
Green Wing. Mac Macartney (Julian Rhind-Tutt). Copyright: Talkback Productions

Green Wing

Series 2, Episode 5

Alan stands in a local council election, and surprisingly gets Boyce to help him. Martin accidentally becomes a pimp, Lyndon goes out on a date with Harriet, and Mac discovers that Holly never had that abortion - could he really be a father?

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 1:25am (repeat)
Father Ted. Image shows from L to R: Father Dougal McGuire (Ardal O'Hanlon), Father Ted Crilly (Dermot Morgan), Mrs Doyle (Pauline McLynn), Father Jack Hackett (Frank Kelly). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Father Ted

Series 2, Episode 9 - New Jack City

When Father Jack is hospitalised, Ted's hopeful that the drunken old letch won't return, and he'll be down to having to deal with just one dependent - but when Bishop Brennan sends Father Stack too be a new 3rd Priest on the island, Jack suddenly seems far more tolerable...

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 1:25am (repeat)
The Last Leg. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Adam Hills, Alex Brooker

The Last Leg

Series 13, Episode 5

Richard Ayoade and Kermit & Miss Piggy from The Muppets are live in the studio, along with musician Anne-Marie, who will also be performing.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 2am (repeat)
Father Ted. Image shows from L to R: Father Dougal McGuire (Ardal O'Hanlon), Father Ted Crilly (Dermot Morgan), Mrs Doyle (Pauline McLynn), Father Jack Hackett (Frank Kelly). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Father Ted

Series 2, Episode 10 - Flight Into Terror

Ted, Dougal and Jack stare death in the eyes when the plane they're flying in loses almost all of its fuel. Who could be to blame? What will they do? And what will be the trio's fate?

Comedy Central Extra 2am (repeat)
Kevin Bridges: A Whole Different Story. Kevin Bridges

Kevin Bridges: A Whole Different Story

Scottish stand-up Kevin Bridges performs in this TV edit of his 2015 show.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:10am (repeat)
The Armando Iannucci Shows. Armando Iannucci

The Armando Iannucci Shows

Armando Iannucci welcomes you to his world in this TV series.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 2:30am (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Image shows from L to R: Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson, Sean Lock. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

2013 Specials, Episode 2

Jon Richardson and actor Stephen Mangan take on Lee Mack and Pointless boffin Richard Osman.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:35am (repeat)
Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow. Michael McIntyre. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow

Series 1, Episode 2 - Manchester

This week, Michael is at the Manchester Apollo, where he is joined by North West favourite Jason Manford as well as John Bishop, Sarah Millican and Mick Ferry.

U&Dave channel logo 2:50am (repeat)
Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish. Dave Gorman. Copyright: Liberty Bell

Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish

Series 4, Episode 3 - That's What Debt Actually Is, Actually

Dave discusses a convoluted method for getting rid of an unwanted gift, reimagines a classic game show and how the diamond industry is brought to its knees.

Comedy Central Extra 3am (repeat)
Chris Ramsey: All Growed Up. Chris Ramsey

Chris Ramsey: All Growed Up

TV broadcast of Chris Ramsey's DVD debut stand-up show, All Growed Up.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:25am (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Pete (Hugh Dennis), Sue (Claire Skinner), Karen (Ramona Marquez), Ben (Daniel Roche), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 4, Episode 3

Karen is on a sleep-over and Ben is away at adventure camp. Mum and Dad are left with a Labrador to look after and a glimpse of what life will be like once the children have left home.

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