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TV schedule Friday 18th October 2019

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:10pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 1, Episode 4 - A Day Out

Fletcher and Godber join MacKay and Barrowclough's work party, digging drainage ditches for the council. When MacKay calls into the village, the party take advantage of Barrowclough's easygoing nature, but get more than they bargained for after taking shelter from the elements in a church.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:50pm (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 8, Episode 4 - Come In, Your Time Is Up

The platoon are going away camping, but their trip is spoiled when the Vicar, the Verger and the Sea Scouts set up beside them. Things take a new turn at dawn when a group of bailed-out German airmen are found floating in the river.

U&Dave channel logo 7pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Rich Hall, Sandi Toksvig, Susan Calman, Josh Widdicombe. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series O, Episode 10 - Origins And Openings

Tune in to hear what Mr First thought of Mr Second - and much more. With Susan Calman, Rich Hall and Josh Widdicombe.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:30pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Alice Tinker (Emma Chambers), Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 1, Episode 2 - Songs Of Praise

Geraldine receives a letter from the BBC: they've heard of her incumbency, and want to film an episode of Songs Of Praise in the village. David is far from keen, but finds himself outvoted by the other councillors. When the crew turn up, the vicar is particularly enamoured by the dashing young producer, Tristan; unfortunately the recording does not go smoothly.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 8pm
30 min
Still Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Granville (David Jason), Cyril (Kulvinder Ghir), Wet Eric (Johnny Vegas)

Still Open All Hours

Series 6, Episode 1

Arkwright's protégé finds an old mangle in the yard, meanwhile Beth continues to pressure Leroy to find a date for her best friend.

U&Dave channel logo 8pm
60 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Patrick Stewart

Have I Got News For You

Series 53, Episode 1

Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Patrick Stewart, Richard Osman and Camilla Long in a new series of the long-running topical news quiz.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:10pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Trigger (Roger Lloyd Pack), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Mike (Kenneth MacDonald), Boycie (John Challis), Del (David Jason), Marlene (Sue Holderness), Uncle Albert (Buster Merryfield). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Christmas Special - Dates

Del attempts to meet his dream woman at a dating agency after seeing Trigger have some success. Meanwhile, Uncle Albert is dropping heavy hints about his impending birthday...

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9pm
30 min
Have I Got News For You. Image shows from L to R: Ian Hislop, Ross Noble, Victoria Coren Mitchell, Rachel Johnson, Paul Merton

Have I Got News For You

Series 58, Episode 2

Victoria Coren Mitchell hosts the satirical quiz, as guests including comedian Ross Noble and journalist Rachel Johnson joining regular team leaders Ian Hislop and Paul Merton to poke fun at the week's events.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm
30 min
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: John Simm, David Mitchell, Gabby Logan, Rob Brydon, Chris McCausland, Lee Mack, Angela Scanlon. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 13, Episode 1

David Mitchell and Lee Mack are joined by guest panellists Gabby Logan, Chris McCausland, Angela Scanlon and John Simm, hoping to hoodwink their opponents with absurd facts and plausible lies about themselves. Rob Brydon hosts.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Jonny Keogh (Ralf Little), Janet (Sheridan Smith), Louise (Kathryn Drysdale), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 4, Episode 5 - Purgatory

Donna finds Gaz's mobile ringing on Janet's table. Janet appears flustered but claims Gaz needed to talk about Donna. Donna feels guilty, believing she's neglected him. When the coast is clear, Gaz emerges, feeling guilty about Janet.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Joe Lycett, Sandi Toksvig, Susan Calman, Holly Walsh. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series Q, Episode 7 - Quests: Part II

With Susan Calman, Joe Lycett, Holly Walsh.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: Jamie Redknapp, Andrew Flintoff, Romesh Ranganathan. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 14, Highlights Special - Best Of

Think it's all over? Don't worry, it's not yet. To send the BAFTA-winning series off with a bang, we'll be reliving the funniest moments, wackiest challenged and biggest jokes of the season in a special Best Of episode.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:35pm (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Jonny Keogh (Ralf Little), Janet (Sheridan Smith), Louise (Kathryn Drysdale), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 4, Episode 6 - Mate Date

Kate hopes she and Jonny didn't keep Janet awake with their noisy lovemaking in her house. Janet loses her temper, apologises and explains that she's nervous - there's a new boss starting at the bakery.

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

The Graham Norton Show

Series 26, Episode 4 - Arnold Schwarzenegger, Linda Hamilton, Debbie Harry, Nadiya Hussain

Arnold Schwarzenegger says he would have liked to run for President, Linda Hamilton reveals she almost turned down the role of Sarah Connor, Debbie Harry muses on fame and success, Nadiya Hussain says it's important to be a role model, and DJ Spoony and The Sugababes perform with the Ignition Orchestra live in the studio.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 11pm (repeat)
There's Something About Movies. Image shows from L to R: Tom Allen, Jennifer Saunders, Jonathan Ross, Alan Carr, Phil Wang, Florence Pugh, Michael Sheen

There's Something About Movies

Series 2, Episode 2

Coming along for the ride on this week's show are star of Fighting With My Family, Florence Pugh, comedian Phil Wang; and presenter / professional manchild Jonathan Ross.

U&Dave channel logo 11:05pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Andy Parsons, Dara O Briain, Hugh Dennis. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 13, Episode 10

Dara O Briain and the team scale another week's news mountain and plant their satirical flag at the top. With guests James Acaster, Ed Byrne, Sara Pascoe and Josh Widdicombe.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:15pm (repeat)
Game On. Image shows from L to R: Martin Henson (Matthew Cottle), Mandy Wilkins (Samantha Janus), Matthew Malone (Neil Stuke). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Game On

Series 3, Episode 6 - Wedding Day

In preparation for his wedding, Archie must complete several tasks set by his friends, one of which goes horribly wrong. And while Mandy struggles to get to the church on time, Matt struggles to get to the church at all.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:25pm (repeat)
Fleabag. Image shows from L to R: Fleabag (Phoebe Waller-Bridge), Bus Rodent (Jamie Demetriou). Copyright: Two Brothers Pictures

Fleabag

Series 1, Episode 3

Fleabag helps her inappropriate brother-in-law buy a present for Claire, who is organising her own surprise birthday party. Meanwhile, on the hunt for a date, Fleabag reconnects with a toothy friend.

U&Dave channel logo 11:45pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Andy Parsons, Dara O Briain, Hugh Dennis. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 13, Episode 11

Dara O Briain and the team fell another week's news tree and pick off its satirical leaves. With guests Rob Beckett, Ed Byrne, Milton Jones and Zoe Lyons.

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