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TV schedule Monday 21st October 2019

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:10pm (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Image shows from L to R: Barry Stuart-Hargreaves (Barry Howard), Yvonne Stuart-Hargreaves (Diane Holland). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 3, Episode 12 - All Change

Joe Maplin appoints a supervisor of all Yellowcoats, who requires a chalet to herself - which throws the accommodation situation into chaos. She also takes an immediate dislike to Gladys and demotes her.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:50pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 1, Episode 5 - Ways And Means

After offering advice to fellow fishing-net "knitter" McLaren on curbing his short temper, Fletch attempts to make amends with the governor when McLaren forgoes angry outbursts for a more peaceful rooftop protest.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 7pm
The South Bank Show 2019. Image shows from L to R: Reece Shearsmith, Steve Pemberton. Copyright: Andrea Southam

The South Bank Show

Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith are two of the country's most original and versatile television screenwriters and actors. Melvyn Bragg talks to them both about their early influences and inspirations.

U&Dave channel logo 7pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Cariad Lloyd, Sandi Toksvig, Sarah Millican, Alice Levine. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series O, Episode 11 - Objects And Ornaments

Sandi 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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:25pm (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 5 - High Finance

Jones is in financial danger as he has an outstanding £50 overdraft with the bank, and cannot afford to pay his staff. Helping to assess his books, Mainwaring discovers that the debt has a long and confusing trail to it.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (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 6 - The Face On The Poster

Mainwaring hopes to recruit more members to the platoon with a series of posters featuring Jones, but there is a mix-up at the printers.

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

Have I Got News For You

Series 53, Episode 2

Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Kirsty Young and guest panellists Jon Richardson and Robert Peston.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (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 2, Episode 4

Introducing the world's worst casino croupier and a family with a sobriety problem.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Jo Brand, Stephen Fry, Bill Bailey, Greg Davies. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series M, Episode 6 - Marriage And Matings

With Bill Bailey, Jo Brand and Greg Davies.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
Lenny Henry's Race Through Comedy. Image shows from L to R: Richard Blackwood, Lenny Henry. Copyright: Douglas Road

Lenny Henry's Race Through Comedy

Episode 2 - Stand-Up

Starting with early pioneers such as Charlie Williams and Josh White, black men who braved the tough northern men's working clubs in the 1960s and 70s, the show also marks the start of Lenny Henry's own career.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
Motherland. Liz (Diane Morgan)

Motherland

Series 2, Episode 3 - Mother's Load

Julia finds that working from home is impossible due to all the other tasks loaded upon her. Liz finds herself at a loose end when her youngest starts nursery, and Kevin has problems with a charity tea-towel.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
60 min
Dave Gorman: Terms And Conditions Apply. Image shows from L to R: Sara Barron, Richard Osman, Dave Gorman, Phil Wang. Copyright: Avalon Television

Dave Gorman: Terms And Conditions Apply

Episode 1 - Buy, Chew, Swallow, Poo, Repeat

In the first episode of his new series, Dave Gorman is joined by Richard Osman, Phil Wang and Sara Barron, as they take a deep dive into the details we usually miss.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm
30 min
Plebs. Image shows from L to R: Jason (Jon Pointing), Aurelius (Tom Basden). Copyright: RISE Films

Plebs

Series 5, Episode 5 - The Hooligans

The boys attempt to infiltrate a local firm of chariot hooligans in order to get some big drinkers into their bar. Grumio is soon welcomed into the fold by Paulus, head honcho of the Green Army, but Marcus falls out with Gloria, whose shop front keeps getting smashed up by their new clientele.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20pm (repeat)
Men Behaving Badly. Image shows from L to R: Gary Strang (Martin Clunes), Dorothy (Caroline Quentin), Tony Smart (Neil Morrissey), Deborah (Leslie Ash). Copyright: Hartswood Films Ltd

Men Behaving Badly

Series 4, Episode 5 - Drunk

Flat share sitcom following security salesman Gary and his lodger, as they attempt to navigate the opposite sex.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:35pm (repeat)
The Young Offenders. Image shows from L to R: Jock O'Keeffe (Chris Walley), Conor MacSweeney (Alex Murphy)

The Young Offenders

Series 1, Episode 4

Conor and his mam Mairead's much-loved fridge, bought by Conor's dad, has finally given up on them.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
Men Behaving Badly. Image shows from L to R: Gary Strang (Martin Clunes), Dorothy (Caroline Quentin), Tony Smart (Neil Morrissey), Deborah (Leslie Ash). Copyright: Hartswood Films Ltd

Men Behaving Badly

Series 4, Episode 6 - In Bed With Dorothy

Flat share sitcom following security salesman Gary and his lodger, as they attempt to navigate the opposite sex.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Comedians Giving Lectures. Image shows from L to R: Lee Ridley, Chris Ramsey, Sara Pascoe, Desiree Burch. Copyright: 12 Yard Productions

Comedians Giving Lectures

Series 1, Episode 5

Sara Pascoe is joined by Lee Ridley (Lost Voice Guy), Chris Ramsey and Desiree Burch.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Image shows from L to R: Jon Richardson, Rose Matafeo

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 17 (Channel 4: Series 18), Episode 1

Sean Lock and Miles Jupp take on Jon Richardson and Rose Matafeo, while Vic Reeves joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner. Hosted by Jimmy Carr, with regular Countdown mathematician Rachel Riley looking after the numbers and letters.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:05pm
45 min version
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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:35pm (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor), Jonny Keogh (Ralf Little), Janet (Sheridan Smith), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Louise (Kathryn Drysdale). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 5, Episode 1 - Dead

Jonny finds his near-death experience of being gunned down by the police has a profound affect on his relationship with Janet, as she struggles to cope with her loss. The funeral of Donna's mother takes place.

U&Dave channel logo 11:40pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Aisling Bea, Sandi Toksvig, Russell Brand, Noel Fielding. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series O, Episode 12 - The Occult

Ever wondered how a Hand of Glory can make you rich? Sandi has all the answers. With Aisling Bea, Russell Brand and Noel Fielding.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:50pm (repeat)
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.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV Midnight (repeat)
Zomboat!. Image shows from L to R: Jo (Cara Theobold), Kat (Leah Brotherhead), Amar (Ryan McKen), Sunny (Hamza Jeetooa). Copyright: Noho Film and TV

Zomboat!

Episode 2

Kat and Jo want Amar and Sunny off the boat.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky Midnight (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.

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