British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Television

TV schedule Saturday 2nd March 2019

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6:45am (repeat)
Rising Damp. Rupert Rigsby (Leonard Rossiter). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

Rising Damp

Series 2, Episode 3 - A Body Like Mine

Health and fitness are the new buzzwords in the house, and Rigsby's keenness to portray himself as in prime condition lead him to challenging Philip to a boxing match. The winner may just prove to be a surprise to all.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:05am (repeat)
Sorry!. Timothy Lumsden (Ronnie Corbett). Copyright: BBC

Sorry!

Series 7, Episode 1 - Mothers and Brothers

Muriel persuades Timothy that his only hope of escaping from Mother is to buy his own cottage.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 7:05am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 29 - The Lift

The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 7:15am (repeat)
Rising Damp. Rupert Rigsby (Leonard Rossiter). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

Rising Damp

Series 2, Episode 4 - Moonlight And Roses

Miss Jones has become engaged to a librarian and looks set to move out - Rigsby is distraught but determined that no other man should have her. Alan, meanwhile, is already assessing suitable candidates to take on her room!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:15am (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 30 - The Dog Ate It Miss

Gnasher accidentally gulps down Dennis' permission slip for the school trip! There's only one thing for it - they need Prof von Screwtop to use his shrink ray to shrink them down to bite-size humans so they can travel on a sausage into Gnasher's tummy and find the slip! Easy! Well it would be if it wasn't for the tiny alien empress Miasma living in there.

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Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 30 - Dig This

The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:25am (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 22 - Happy Boom Day!

Danger Mouse's plan to hold a surprise party for Professor Squawkencluck is undone when the Baron releases killer birthday presents into the world.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:35am (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 5, Episode 9 - Timmy And The Dragon

Bitzer, Shaun and the flock are convinced that a monster is at loose on the farm and hide in the barn. But what exactly is it they are afraid of?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40am (repeat)
The Interviews. Copyright: North One Television

The Interviews

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Two Ronnies

Mixing archive interviews with footage from their much-loved sketch show, The Interviews presents a profile of Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker - in their own words.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 7:45am (repeat)
George & Mildred. Image shows from L to R: Mildred Roper (Yootha Joyce), George Roper (Brian Murphy). Copyright: Thames Television

George & Mildred

Series 5, Episode 6 - Fishy Business

Mildred accidentally disposes of George's beloved goldfish, Moby. He's initially distraught, but soon decides to give homing pigeons a try...

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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.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8am (repeat)
Class Dismissed. Copyright: BBC

Class Dismissed

Series 1, Episode 1 - First Day Of Term

It is the first day of term and Billy, Tahj, Emily and Jasmine are excited to meet their new teacher.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8:20am (repeat)
George & Mildred. Image shows from L to R: Mildred Roper (Yootha Joyce), George Roper (Brian Murphy). Copyright: Thames Television

George & Mildred

Series 5, Episode 7 - I Gotta Horse

Mildred's sister Ethel makes rare contact, enquiring about an old model of their father's. Mildred doesn't think anything of it, until a rather enlightening chat with Ann...

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:20am (repeat)
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 17 - Big Pop On Top

Bitz and Bob are making a film about Big Pop.

BBC Two 8:30am (repeat)
The Dog Ate My Homework. Iain Stirling. Copyright: BBC

The Dog Ate My Homework

Series 5, Episode 9

Iain Stirling is joined by child team captains Avril and Polly and special guests JB Gill, Storm Huntley, Victoria Cook and Luke Kempner.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40am (repeat)
The Two Ronnies Sketchbook. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Barker, Ronnie Corbett. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies Sketchbook

Episode 6

The Two Ronnies are back again with another helping of their greatest work.

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Carry On Doctor. Image shows from L to R: Matron (Hattie Jacques), Francis Bigger (Frankie Howerd), Dr. Tinkle (Kenneth Williams). Copyright: Peter Rogers Productions

Carry On Doctor

Frankie Howerd joins the Carry On regulars in a hospital-based adventure. With Sid James, Jim Dale and Kenneth Williams.

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

Mr Bean

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

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40am (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 2, Episode 1 - All Roads Lead To Ramon

Ben gets a new assistant and surprise, surprise she doesn't like him.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:45am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 11 - Harbin Ice City, China

When Grim HQ's heating gets stuck on, Glitch looks for a cold place to land and cool down.

London Live 10am (repeat)
Climbing High

Climbing High

A wealthy young man pretends to be poor to try and win the affections of a hard-up model despite his engagement to an aristocrat.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:15am (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 sixth series of the David Jason sitcom.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11am (repeat)
Strange Hill High. Image shows from L to R: Becky Butters, Mitchell Tanner, Templeton. Copyright: BBC / Factory Transmedia

Strange Hill High

Series 1, Episode 4 - Snoozical

Becky dreams of starring in the Strange Hill musical production of Scary Poppins, but regresses into fear-filled dreams after being informed she's a terrible singer. Can she defeat The Grackle?

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Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 2, Episode 10 - Waffle's Wonderful Art

Waffle discovers he has a talent for painting Mrs Hobbs's cat, George, and decides to share his work with her as a way to get in her good books.

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Class Dismissed. Copyright: BBC

Class Dismissed

Series 3, Episode 8 - Fix The Roof

There's a leak in the roof above Hilary Head's office so she forces the whole school to get involved in raising money to fix it. Mr Christopher releases a charity single and Mark chooses to do a sponsored silence but finds it harder than expected when Billy embarrasses him in front of Marcella.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:40am (repeat)
Diddy TV. Copyright: BBC

Diddy TV

Series 1, Episode 3 - Angel

Diddy Dick Dom have their very own TV station. They present their very own dating show and Diddy Stampy Longnose turns up to watch the programmes.

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Almost Never. Image shows from L to R: Oakley (Oakley Orchard), Nate (Nathaniel Dass), Harry (Harry Still). Copyright: Saltbeef TV

Almost Never

Series 1, Episode 7 - The Live Lounge

Chloe introduces the boys to obnoxious vlogger Tobylarious, a guy she used to go out with. Meanwhile, GHF lose out to The Wonderland at Radio 1.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:25pm (repeat)
4 O'Clock Club. Image shows from L to R: Nero Johnson (Akai Osei), Dexter (Jason Callender). Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Club

Series 5, Episode 8 - Social Worker

When a social worker pays a visit, Nero pretends his home life is like a perfect dream. But keeping up the lie proves to be a nightmare.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:45pm (repeat)
The Story Of... Only Fools & Horses. Image shows from L to R: David Jason, Tessa Peake-Jones. Copyright: North One Television

The Story Of... Only Fools & Horses

Episode 1 - Brothers In Arms

Brothers In Arms explores the relationship between Del and Rodney Trotter which is at the heart of each of the 64 episodes.

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Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Trigger (Roger Lloyd Pack). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 6, Episode 3 - Chain Gang

When offered the deal of the century by a new acquaintance, Del puts together a consortium to help purchase a suitcase full of gold chains. Predictably, the plan goes catastrophically wrong.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 3:05pm (repeat)
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 14 - Princess Purl Day

It's the Princess Purl Day parade in Craft City.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 3:40pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 45 - Solar E-Glitch

At the Go Jet Academy, the Go Jetters are about to watch one of nature's most spectacular events - a solar eclipse.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:55pm (repeat)
The Story Of... Only Fools & Horses. Image shows from L to R: David Jason, Tessa Peake-Jones. Copyright: North One Television

The Story Of... Only Fools & Horses

Episode 2 - Deals And Misdemeanours

Deals And Misdemeanours explores all the hooky deals and bent gear the Trotters have 'knocked out' in and around the markets stalls of Peckham, which would always land Del and Rodney in some sort of trouble.

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Meet The Adebanjos. Image shows from L to R: Sade Adebanjo (Andrea Ama Aboagye), Bayo Adebanjo (Wale Ojo), Gladys Adebanjo (Yetunde Oduwole), Tobi Adebanjo (Daniel Davids). Copyright: MTA Productions

Meet The Adebanjos

Series 2, Episode 6 - No Meat In The House

Bayo is diagnosed with high blood pressure so Gladys enforces a no meat policy. Funke is forced to do a 10k run for charity.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:05pm (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 2, Episode 2 - Waffle Is Unwell

Waffle is unwell. He's in his pyjamas and under strict orders to stay in bed and rest.

CITV 4:25pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

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

Talking Pictures TV 4:30pm (repeat)
The Big Job. Image shows from L to R: Mildred Gamely (Joan Sims), Frederick 'Booky' Binns (Dick Emery), George 'The Great Brain' (Sid James), Myrtle Robbins (Sylvia Syms), Timothy 'Dipper' Day (Lance Percival). Copyright: Anglo Amalgamated

The Big Job

After their release from prison, an inept gang of bank robbers attempt to recover the proceeds of the Big Job that got them 15 years.

YANGA! channel logo. 4:30pm (repeat)
Meet The Adebanjos. Image shows from L to R: Sade Adebanjo (Andrea Ama Aboagye), Bayo Adebanjo (Wale Ojo), Gladys Adebanjo (Yetunde Oduwole), Tobi Adebanjo (Daniel Davids). Copyright: MTA Productions

Meet The Adebanjos

Series 2, Episode 7 - Big Bang

Tony leaves Funke in charge of the café and she sets the place on fire. Kevin and Tobi play a prank on their teacher and try to avoid Koboko time.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:40pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Queen Victoria (Sarah Hadland). Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 6, Episode 10 - Tricky Queen Vicky

This episode follows young Queen Victoria as she marries her true love Albert, and has to put up with the open sewers at the not-so-luxurious Buckingham Palace. Also featuring Australian outlaw Ned Kelly, and the Great Hedge of India.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:55pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Trigger (Roger Lloyd Pack). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 6, Episode 6 - Little Problems

Rodney's wedding is approaching and Del has promised him money for the deposit on his new flat. However, he's also unknowingly promised the same money to the Driscoll brothers, two local thugs who he inadvertently did business with. Will it be Rodney's hopes or Del's body to take a beating?

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5pm (repeat)
Gigglebiz. Justin Fletcher. Copyright: BBC

Gigglebiz

Series 5, Episode 9 - Robin Hood's Giant Pumpkin

DIY Dan tries to tidy up lots of autumn leaves, Arthur Sleep is joined by a squirrel newsreader, and Robin Hood cheats at the giant vegetable contest.

U&Dave channel logo 5pm (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 6pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Uncle Albert (Buster Merryfield), Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 4, Christmas Special - To Hull And Back

Del becomes embroiled in a diamond smuggling caper with Boycie and Abdul and, as usual, he's the one with the dirty job to do. Things are not helped, however, when the 'Old Bill' start asking awkward questions...

U&W channel logo 7pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Michael Harper (Gabriel Thomson), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay), Janey Harper (Daniela Denby-Ashe)

My Family

A selection of episodes from the sixth series of the Robert Lindsay sitcom.

U&Dave channel logo 7:40pm (repeat)
Red Dwarf. Image shows left to right: Rimmer (Chris Barrie), Nirvanah Crane (Jane Horrocks). Credit: BBC

Red Dwarf

Series V, Episode 1 - Holoship

Rimmer is sent from Red Dwarf to Holoship "Enlightenment" which has the highest of the high working there. Everything he ever wanted seems to be on board this ship, but unfortunately the path of success never did run smooth for Rimmer!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (repeat)
The Story Of... Only Fools & Horses. Image shows from L to R: David Jason, Tessa Peake-Jones. Copyright: North One Television

The Story Of... Only Fools & Horses

Episode 6 - Family Matters

Family Matters looks back at the roles of Grandad and Uncle Albert and explores how over the years, the family expanded to include wives, partners and children.

U&Dave channel logo 8:20pm (repeat)
Red Dwarf. Inquisitor (Jack Docherty). Credit: BBC

Red Dwarf

Series V, Episode 2 - The Inquisitor

When The Inquisitor beams down into Red Dwarf, the crew have to justify their existence to him and prove that they are worthy of life.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:30pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Mathew Baynton, Jim Howick, Ben Willbond, Simon Farnaby, Martha Howe-Douglas. Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 4, Episode 6

A confused Christopher Columbus declares he has found India and a Georgian woman reveals her very Stupid Death. Also, Victoria and Albert attend the Great Exhibition, and Tsar Peter III brings a very weird case to the Court of Historical Law.

U&W channel logo 9pm (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 2

Devastated by the news that he's to become a father, Smithy goes AWOL.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (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 9pm (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 1, Episode 5 - And God Created Woman

Ted 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.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm
50 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 14, Episode 2

More facts, polls, figures and laughs. Host Jimmy Carr is once again joined by team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson as they discuss the topical events that set the great British public's chins wagging.

Comedy Central 9pm (repeat)
Ali G Indahouse. Ali G (Sacha Baron Cohen). Copyright: Working Title Films

Ali G Indahouse

Self-styled voice of the youth Ali G unwittingly becomes embroiled in a plot to overthrow the Prime Minister.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 9pm (repeat)
Tutti Frutti. Image shows from L to R: Suzi Kettles (Emma Thompson), Danny McGlone (Robbie Coltrane)

Tutti Frutti: The Return Of The Majestics

Documentary about the National Theatre of Scotland preparing to tour a stage version of the comedy drama.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Image shows left to right: Ian Hislop, Paul Merton. Credit: Matt Crockett

Have I Got News For You

Series 48, Highlights Special - Have I Got 2014 News For You

A compilation of the popular satirical news quiz looking back at the big news stories of 2014. With team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop, and a variety of guest hosts.

BBC Two 9:15pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Luisa Omielan, Nish Kumar, David O'Doherty. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 13, Episode 2 - Nish Kumar, Luisa Omielan, David O'Doherty

The talented Nish Kumar is your host for this episode as he introduces Luisa Omielan and David O'Doherty to the famous Apollo stage.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 9:25pm
60 min
The Jonathan Ross Show. Jonathan Ross. Copyright: Hot Sauce / ITV Studios

The Jonathan Ross Show

Series 14, Episode 1 - Brie Larson, Samuel L Jackson, Jennifer Hudson, will.i.am, Seann Walsh, Bryan Adams

Joining Jonathan for a brand new series are the Hollywood stars of new blockbuster Captain Marvel - the Oscar winning Brie Larson, and the highest grossing film actor of all time Samuel L Jackson, alongside The Voice coaches and music icons Jennifer Hudson and will.i.am, former Strictly contestant and comedian Seann Walsh, plus legendary rocker Bryan Adams will be performing in the studio.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm (repeat)
Tutti Frutti. Danny McGlone (Robbie Coltrane). Copyright: BBC

Tutti Frutti

Episode 1 - The Boy Can't Help It

The Majestics' 25th anniversary tour is thrown into turmoil when the lead singer, Big Jazz, dies unexpectedly. Their manager persuades his younger brother, Danny, to join the band.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Jordan Stephens, David Mitchell, Claude Littner, Rob Brydon, Cariad Lloyd, Lee Mack, Adrian Edmondson. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 11, Episode 7

The guests on this episode are Ade Edmondson, Claude Littner, Cariad Lloyd and Jordan Stephens.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9:35pm (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 1, Episode 6 - Grant Unto Him Eternal Rest

Father Jack consumes more floor polish than is good for him and leaves Ted and Dougal half a million pounds in his will. But will he stay dead long enough for them to claim it?

U&W channel logo 9:40pm (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.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9:50pm
50 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 14, Episode 3

More facts, polls, figures and laughs. Host Jimmy Carr is once again joined by team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson as they discuss the topical events that set the great British public's chins wagging.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
Inside No. 9. Image shows from L to R: Christine (Sheridan Smith), Adam (Tom Riley). Copyright: BBC

Inside No. 9

Series 2, Episode 2 - The 12 Days Of Christine

Christine Clarke brings a new man back to her flat from a New Year's Eve party, and immediately her life starts to unravel. Who is the terrifying stranger that keeps appearing in the flat at night?

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
Bounty Hunters. Image shows from L to R: Nina Morales (Rosie Perez), Barnaby Walker (Jack Whitehall). Copyright: Cave Bear Productions

Bounty Hunters

A selection of episodes from the first series of the Jack Whitehall comedy.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Andy Parsons, Chris Addison. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 11, Episode 1

Dara O'Briain, Hugh Dennis, Andy Parsons and Chris Addison return for a new series of the topical show. Micky Flanagan, Nathan Caton and Greg Davies are the guests.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:05pm (repeat)
Britain's Best Loved Sitcoms. Tony Robinson. Copyright: North One Television

Britain's Best Loved Sitcoms

Episode 1

Channel 4 has commissioned a new poll to find Britain's best loved sitcom. Tamsin Greig narrates as we look at sitcoms old and new to find which one is the most loved.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40pm (repeat)
The Fast Show. Image shows from L to R: Paul Whitehouse, Simon Day, Arabella Weir, John Thomson, Caroline Aherne, Charlie Higson, Mark Williams. Copyright: BBC

The Fast Show

Series 1, Episode 1

The Fast Show features character sketches, and this week includes a one-off insert, called 'Indecent Exposure', which portrays a romantic moment between two lovers.

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Andy Parsons, Chris Addison. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 11, Episode 2

Dara O'Briain, Hugh Dennis, Andy Parsons and Chris Addison return to discuss topics including the football. With guests Carl Donnelly, Jo Caulfield and Milton Jones.

Channel 5 logo 10:50pm (repeat)
Shane Richie

Comedy Gold: Laugh Out Loud Live

A compendium of comedy highlights, from stand-up shows and other routines in front of an audience.

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

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 16 (Channel 4: Series 17), Episode 3

Sean Lock and Joe Wilkinson take on guest captain Richard Ayoade and Aisling Bea. Plus special guest Tom Allen joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while maths whizz Rachel Riley looks after the numbers.

U&W channel logo 11:20pm (repeat)
Women On The Verge. Alison (Eileen Walsh)

Women On The Verge

Episode 2

Laura feels elated after her first therapy session. Alison's nervous about dinner with Martin's parents and in a bid to take the heat off her, she persuades Laura and Katie to come along.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20pm (repeat)
Green Wing. Mac Macartney (Julian Rhind-Tutt). Copyright: Talkback Productions

Green Wing

Series 2, Episode 1

Following the accident Mac is now in a coma. As such he is getting some very strange dreams and a lot of visitors. Elsewhere, Boyce's daddy has died, Statham tries to play a prank on Joanna, and Guy drowns his sorrows down the pub.

U&Dave channel logo 11:20pm (repeat)
QI. Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series B, Episode 1 - Blue

All the questions are themed on colours. With Jo Brand, Bill Bailey and Sean Lock.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 11:40pm (repeat)
The Russell Howard Hour. Stephen Merchant. Copyright: Avalon Television

The Russell Howard Hour

Series 2, Episode 14

Join Russell as he finds the funny in the news, chats with comedy giant Stephen Merchant and has a kickabout with Iain Stirling and David Seaman.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:45pm
Man Like Mobeen. Image shows from L to R: Eight (Tez Ilyas), Aks (Duaa Karim), Nate (Tolulope Ogunmefun), Mobeen (Guz Khan)

Man Like Mobeen

Series 2, Episode 4 - Fake News

Dogs and ethnic minorities have a very bad track record, so when a clip involving Mobeen and an Alsatian goes viral, it's a disaster.

U&Yesterday channel logo Midnight (repeat)
David Jason: My Life On Screen. David Jason. Copyright: Shiver Productions

David Jason: My Life On Screen

Episode 2

Episode 2 charts Sir David's transition from comedy sidekick to major TV star and follows his attempts to make the breakthrough as a leading man on sitcoms.

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

Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish

Series 4, Episode 4 - Vicars, Horses, Doctors And Smurfs

In this episode flirty hotel soap (apparently that's a thing), kinky cages and overly familiar foods, are all in the firing line.

Channel 5 logo 12:15am (repeat)
French And Saunders. Image shows from L to R: Dawn French, Jennifer Saunders. Copyright: BBC

Funny Women: French & Saunders

A documentary looking at the comedy careers of double-act Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders.

BBC One Scotland. Copyright: BBC 12:25am (repeat)
Man Like Mobeen. Image shows from L to R: Eight (Tez Ilyas), Aks (Duaa Karim), Nate (Tolulope Ogunmefun), Mobeen (Guz Khan)

Man Like Mobeen

Series 2, Episode 4 - Fake News

Dogs and ethnic minorities have a very bad track record, so when a clip involving Mobeen and an Alsatian goes viral, it's a disaster.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:30am (repeat)
Green Wing. Mac Macartney (Julian Rhind-Tutt). Copyright: Talkback Productions

Green Wing

Series 2, Episode 2

Guy and Mac are given the all clear to return to work. Caroline tries to make Mac remember their relationship but Guy keeps interfering. Guy also has to cope without a driving licence, Alan has to cope without sex, and Martin decides to dump Karen.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 12:30am (repeat)
The Stand Up Sketch Show. Adam Rowe

The Stand Up Sketch Show

Series 1, Episode 5

Featuring Alex Edelman, Dane Baptiste, Emily Lloyd-Saini and many more.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 12:40am (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 9, Episode 4

Featuring Dutch football star Patrick Kluivert, comic Trevor Noah and Britain's number one female tennis player Heather Watson.

U&Dave channel logo 1am
75 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Image shows left to right: Ian Hislop, Paul Merton. Credit: Matt Crockett

Have I Got News For You

Series 48, Highlights Special - Have I Got 2014 News For You

A compilation of the popular satirical news quiz looking back at the big news stories of 2014. With team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop, and a variety of guest hosts.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 1:20am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 4, Episode 2 - Senior Citizen Caine

Arthur's ambition to own a Rolls are jeopardised when Terry has to protect a widowed garage owner.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:40am (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.

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The Last Leg. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Adam Hills, Alex Brooker

The Last Leg

Series 16, Episode 6

In this week's show, Stephen Merchant joins the regulars to help dissect the week's events and talking points.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 16 (Channel 4: Series 17), Episode 3

Sean Lock and Joe Wilkinson take on guest captain Richard Ayoade and Aisling Bea. Plus special guest Tom Allen joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while maths whizz Rachel Riley looks after the numbers.

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Uncle

A selection of episodes from the second series of the Nick Helm sitcom.

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The Fast Show

Series 1, Episode 2

This programme's sketches include The Fat Sweaty Coppers, Unlucky Alf and Bob Fleming the coughing TV sensation.

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Facejacker

Series 2, Episode 5

Brian Badonde vists Pittsburgh, the birth place of all-time hero Andy Warhol to make a documentary about the great man.

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The Fast Show

Series 1, Episode 3

Character-based sketch show featuring Professor Denzil Dexter and the Off Roaders.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 15, Episode 5

Krishnan Guru-Murthy, David O'Doherty, Jamelia and Paul Foot join Jimmy, Jon and Sean to look back at what has been a busy week for news.

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The Big Narstie Show

Series 2, Episode 2

This week's guests include John Bishop, Adil Ray, Judi Love, Anthony Yarde and IAMDDB.

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A League Of Their Own

Series 8, Highlights Special - Unseen Vol 2

The smash-hit sports panel show continues in extra time with more never-before-seen footage.

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