Television
TV schedule Saturday 26th October 2019
On The Buses
Series 5, Episode 2 - Stan's RoomUnable to get a moment's peace with clippie Doreen, Stan argues with his mother's rules and meddling and decides to move out. But only one room is near his price range - and Blakey is the landlord!
Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 8 - CleaningThe Twirlywoos watch a window cleaner and get the idea to do some cleaning of their own. Meanwhile, Peekaboo's spring cleaning is interrupted by the Stop-Go Car, who leaves muddy tyre tracks all over the Boat!
On The Buses
Series 5, Episode 3 - The Best ManThe Inspector's niece is getting married to one of the drivers and much to Blakey's alarm, Stan is to be Best Man. He and Jack proceed to get the groom very, very drunk indeed.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 26 - WantedBean is mistaken for an escaped convict and carted off to jail.
As Time Goes By
Series 3, Episode 9 - Dealing With SallyBack from California and eager not to be struck down with jet lag, Lionel goes to bed. Jean goes straight to work and sets about dealing with Sally, the cold new manager of her second branch.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 4, Episode 22 - Bitzer For The DayWhen the Farmer decides he and Bitzer should head out to spend some time together, Shaun seizes his chance to take charge. He soon discovers the job is not quite as easy as he first thought...
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 17 - Gadget KidMr Bean is dogged by a young Japanese boy in the Science Museum and takes an instant dislike to the scallywag, until he sees what he has in his knapsack - gadgets so cool that you cannot get them in the West. So when a security guard tries to ruin their fun, they run away together - to Mars!
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 17 - Groundmouse DayPenfold and Danger Mouse are testing the security system at the British Cheese Museum when a temporal glitch strikes and the pair discover the museum's prized pink parmesan has somehow vanished.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 22 - Red And Black To The FutureWhen Dennis finds Professor Screwtop's time machine in the lab, he can't resist using it without reading the instructions, and starts a chain of events that lead to Gnashersaurus rex's rampaging through Beanotown! How is Dennis going to set things right without bumping into other versions of himself and destroying the space time continuum?
As Time Goes By
Series 8, Episode 6 - Going OnlineJean decides to go online, although Lionel isn't keen on the idea. A power cut gives them time for romance by candlelight, and Alistair reveals some deep woes.
Mr Bean
Series 3, Episode 8 - Charity BeanBean is cajoled by Irma and spurred by jealousy of the fund-raising star Declan into raising money for a donkey sanctuary.
Go Jetters
Series 3, Episode 7 - Go Jetter Heroes: Polar ExplorersWhen Glitch and Kyan race to the south pole, Glitch's loyal Grimbots steal the pole's marker to help Glitch win. But when Glitch orders them to return it, they find themselves lost and trapped in the ice - and the Go Jetters must spring into action to rescue them.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 8 - WishesIf there were two things Dave could wish for it would be for Fuzzypeg to smell better, and for Gran to be nicer. Is getting what you want always a good thing?
Porridge: Inside Out
Episode 3 - Good BehaviourThe final part of this tribute series to the classic sitcom looks at life after Porridge, the spin-off series Going Straight and the death of Richard Beckinsale.
We Have Been Watching
Episode 4In this episode the finest moments from Porridge, The Young Ones, Gavin & Stacey and One Foot In The Grave are viewed and celebrated by stars such as John Challis and Sue Holderness; Sally Phillips and Sarah Hadland; Mathew
Baynton and Jim Howick; and Russell Tovey and Sarah Solemani.
Sooty
Series 1, Episode 9 - The Sports DayIt's the annual sports day and Sooty and Sweep are competing for the cup - but who will win the day?
The Vicar Of Dibley
Series 1, Episode 3 - Community SpiritThe time has come to organise Dibley's annual autumn fayre, and after raising a measly £200 last year, there are murmurs to support cancelling the event. The vicar however, is determined that she can book a real celebrity to open festivities rather than some local nobody, and a solution appears to come when Alice reveals her early-balding cousin is one 'Reg Dwight'...
The Dog Ate My Homework
Series 6, Episode 8Iain Stirling is joined by Ray Bradshaw, Dominique Moore, Matt Richardson and others.
Michael McIntyre's Big Show
Series 3, Episode 3Premier League legend Alan Shearer hands over his phone in Celebrity Send To All.
Only Fools And Horses
A selection of episodes from ten episodes the David Jason sitcom.
Strange Hill High
Series 1, Episode 12 - Becky Vs BockyBecky sets her heart on defeating perennial School President Stephanie Bethany. A clay sculpture of Templeton's gaining sentience appears to offer sure-fire electoral success.
Carry On Teacher
A group of school children try to stop their mild-mannered headmaster leaving.
Mr Bean
The day is devoted to the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
The Zoo
Series 2, Episode 5 - Otter MadnessThe zoo's animals love learning new tricks - Clara the seal can jump, Cheryl the cheetah can touch a ball with her nose and Duchess the elephant can hold her legs in the air.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 2, Episode 3 - Waffle And The KittenThe Brooklyn-Bells are looking after the kitten from Jess's veterinary practice.
Diddy TV
Series 4, Highlights Special - Big Chin DayDiddy TV's very own charity evening. A look back at some of the great television of this series, all to raise money for an excellent cause - Diddy TV!
So Awkward
Series 5, Episode 7 - Open MiceMartha and Mr Malone make an unlikely comedy double-act for open mic night.
On The Beat
A lowly car park attendant at Scotland Yard dreams of becoming a policeman like his father, but his determination to prove his worth leads to chaos.
Bitz & Bob
Series 2, Episode 17 - Up, Up And AwayIt's the day of the kite festival and first up are Zip and Pop, who dazzle the crowd with their performance.
Go Jetters
Series 3, Episode 10 - Go Jetter Heroes: Amelia EarhartInspired by her hero Amelia Earhart, Xuli attempts a solo flight across the Atlantic Ocean in a vintage plane. But when accidental stowaway Tala's plans to make the engine more eco-friendly put the plane in danger, they must rely on the Go Jetters to get them out of trouble.
Our Man In Marrakesh
Comedy-spy-thriller starring Tony Randall, Herbert Lom, Terry-Thomas and Senta Berger.
Would I Lie To You?
A selection of episodes from the eighth and ninth series of the lie-based panel game.
Dad's Army
Series 5, Episode 8 - All Is Safety Gathered InAfter a near-death experience, Hodges resolves to be kinder to everyone. This includes Captain Mainwaring, who has decided to have the platoon assist a farmer friend of Godfrey's to gather in the annual wheat harvest.
Outnumbered
A selection of episodes from the fourth series of the semi-improvised sitcom.
Death On The Tyne
A sequel to Murder On The Blackpool Express, starring Johnny Vegas, Sian Gibson and guest stars.
Not Going Out
Series 7, Christmas Special - WeddingThe will-they-won't-they tension between Lee and Lucy reaches new highs in this epic series finale for Christmas, as the couple find themselves in previously uncharted emotional water.
A League Of Their Own
Series 9, Episode 1James 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.
Horrible Histories
Series 6, Episode 9 - Wily Winston ChurchillThis episode follows Winston Churchill from a young soldier in India during the time of Queen Victoria, through the First World War, to victory in World War II, and finally to his retirement in the Swinging Sixties. Meanwhile across the world, meet the American soldier literally spreading propaganda around the battlefields, and learn about Gandhi's more eccentric side.
Gavin & Stacey
Series 3, Episode 6Nessa and Dave's wedding is fast approaching and the preparations are in full swing. Stacey breaks some life-changing news to Gavin while Bryn and Jason finally put their big secret to bed.
Not Going Out
Christmas Special - Christmas ShoppingIt is Christmas Eve and newlyweds Lee and Lucy are doing some last-minute shopping when an unexpected stranger turns their Christmas upside down.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 1, Episode 5 - A Slow Bus To ChingfordDel has a dream: The Trotter corporate skyscraper, rising majestically against the Peckham skyline. It's time for the latest money making scam, Trotter Ethnic Tours...
In The Long Run
Series 2, Episode 2Bagpipes feels threatened by Leon's arrival. Meanwhile, Valentine gets ripped off and Agnes and Kobna come to his aid.
Chewin' The Fat
Sketch show centred around the talents of Scottish actors Ford Kiernan, Greg Hemphill and Karen Dunbar.
Dave Gorman: Terms And Conditions Apply
Episode 1 - Buy, Chew, Swallow, Poo, RepeatIn 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.
The Jonathan Ross Show
Series 15, Episode 7 - Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, Liam Payne, Nish Kumar, Jonathan Van Ness, Tom WalkerThe host is joined in the studio by Strictly Come Dancing judges Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood and Motsi Mabuse, as well as former One Direction star-turned solo singer Liam Payne, comedian Nish Kumar, Queer Eye presenter Jonathan Van Ness and Brit award-winning Scottish singer-songwriter Tom Walker.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 1, Episode 6 - The Russians Are ComingThe threat of nuclear war looms over Peckham. What will become of The Nag's Head if the Russians attack? One thing's guaranteed, the Trotters will be sitting pretty in their DIY shelter...
Detectorists
A selection of episodes from the third series of the Mackenzie Crook sitcom.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 17 (Channel 4: Series 18), Episode 1Sean 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.
Father Ted
Series 2, Episode 10 - Flight Into TerrorTed, 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?
Chris Ramsey: Just Happy To Get Out Of The House
Stand-up show from Newcastle comic Chris Ramsey.
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps
Series 5, Episode 7 - CrabIt's the morning of Janet and Jonny's wedding but unfortunately the bride and groom are nowhere to be seen. Donna worries that Janet has done a runner. She decides that in order to find them her only option is to call the man she despises... Gaz.
Frayed
Series 1, Episode 5After a harsh realisation, Sammy aims to reclaim her worth by helping at the school disco. But the dance soon turns into a debacle.
Father Ted
Series 3, Episode 1 - Are You Right There Father Ted?When Father Crilly upsets the local Chinese community, he's determined to right the misunderstanding in any way he can. Sadly, Dougal, Jack, and luck are always present to conspire against him...
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps
Series 5, Episode 8 - FatGaz is unable to get over losing Donna, and has been consoling himself by constant eating... and he's put on 15 stone! He's mortified when he bumps into Donna and she can't believe the size of him.
There's Something About Movies
Series 2, Episode 3One does not simply walk onto a mad movie quiz show. Not unless they're Sean Bean. Yorkshire's favourite star of movies and memes alike joins the panel along with comedians Josh Widdicombe and Suzi Ruffell for a Halloween-inspired selection of Hollywood hi-jinks with series regulars Michael Sheen, Jennifer Saunders and host Alan Carr.
Russell Howard & Mum
Globetrotters - Series 2, Episode 3 - Going Underground In TokyoRussell and Ninette are in Tokyo but ignoring the usual tourist traps, they're heading underground and embracing the truly weird and wonderful side of this metropolis. They're meeting some magical maids, renting some mates and Russell's having a go at being a gigolo at one of Tokyo's infamous Host Clubs.
Only Two Can Play
The librarian in a Welsh provincial town becomes unsuccessfully entangled with the glamorous wife of a town councillor.
The Ricky Gervais Show
Series 3, Episode 11 - WartimeIn this show, topics include Karl's thoughts on the importance of historic artefacts and how his book will be viewed in the future. Plus, the meaning of popular wartime expressions and what life must be like for a soldier's spouse.
Frayed
Series 1, Episode 5After a harsh realisation, Sammy aims to reclaim her worth by helping at the school disco. But the dance soon turns into a debacle.
Snuff Box
Episode 5 - Love TriangleRich finds himself unlucky in love as Matt reverts to his devilish ways.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 3 (Channel 4: Series 4), Episode 2Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by Freddie Flintoff and Rhod Gilbert. Henning Wehn joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Joe Wilkinson 'helps' Rachel Riley provide the letters and numbers.
The Baby Boomers' Guide To Growing Old
Episode 3This time the baby boomers explore alternative ways to make a living in the twilight of our lives.
Mock The Week
Series 14, Episode 10Dara O Briain and the team return for another episode. With James Acaster, Rob Beckett, Ellie Taylor and Josh Widdicombe.
Don't Hate The Playaz
Series 2, Episode 5Maya Jama, Keisha Buchanan and London Hughes go up against Lady Leshurr, Cariad Lloyd and Mist as they go head to head in rap battles, dance-offs and freestyling challenges.
The Ricky Gervais Show
Series 3, Episode 12 - World CupIn this show, topics include Ricky and Stephen watching the World Cup while sharing a hotel bed, the problems of over-zealous sports fans and cheating in sports, Ricky's childhood football trial, and Karl's saliva production.
The Last Leg
Series 18, Episode 1 - Stand Up 2 Cancer SpecialAs part of Channel 4's annual Stand Up to Cancer campaign, hosts Adam Hills, Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker and guests including Kathy Burke and Harry Hill help raise awareness for Cancer Research UK. Plus, the usual comic review of the significant moments of the past seven days as the UK continues its rollercoaster ride towards Brexit. As usual, the hashtag #isitok paves the way for the gang to round up, examine and explain the leading and most entertaining news stories of the week.
Snuff Box
Episode 6 - WeddingRich plans to get married and start a new life - without Matt's interference.
Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit
A selection of episodes from the third series of the video game-based panel show.
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 7, Episode 5Russell Howard returns to pore through another week's weird and wild news stories and international media events.
Harry Hill's ClubNite
Episode 1Guests in this first edition include Bridget Christie, Spencer Jones, Rosie Jones, EGG and Anna Mann.
Harry Hill's TV Burp
Series 11, Highlights Special - The Best Of TV Burp 22Clips include Harry regaling viewers with an old Spandau Ballet hit with the help of Tony Robinson, a look at what Autumnwatch would be like in 3D and Harry going on Nick Baker's trail all the way to Mexico on the hunt for more weird creatures.
Duck Quacks Don't Echo
Series 6, Episode 3Are locals the best people to ask for directions? And can 30,000 jumping up and down cause an earthquake? Pull up a chair as host Lee Mack, The Great British Bake Off's Noel Fielding, and comedians Jason Manford and Roisin Conaty put facts like these to the test.
Minder
Series 3, Episode 12 - Back In Good Old EnglandTerry's pleasure at seeing 'Oily' Wragg again is cut short by the appearance of some less friendly faces from the past.
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 7, Episode 6Russell Howard returns to pore through another week's weird and wild news stories and international media events.
Harry Hill's TV Burp
Award-winning comedian Harry Hill takes a surreal look at television clips from the previous seven days.
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps
Series 5, Episode 7 - CrabIt's the morning of Janet and Jonny's wedding but unfortunately the bride and groom are nowhere to be seen. Donna worries that Janet has done a runner. She decides that in order to find them her only option is to call the man she despises... Gaz.
Only When I Laugh
Series 4, Episode 1 - Blood BrothersGlover has all the symptoms of anaemia and a transfusion seems necessary, but he has a rare blood group and doesn't want it to be contaminated.