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British Comedy Guide

Television

TV schedule Wednesday 18th December 2019

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

1996 Christmas Trilogy, Christmas Special - Heroes And Villains

Only on the streets of Peckham will you find No VAT Man and Boy Plonker. Del is stuck with 125 Latvian radio alarm clocks that go off when they like, a box full of base ball caps "that even East 17 fans wouldn't wear" and the council have turned down his application for a home improvements grant.

U&Dave channel logo 7pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Kerry Howard, David Mitchell, Henry Blofeld, Rob Brydon, Richard Coles, Lee Mack, Clive Myrie. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 11, Christmas Special - Would I Lie To You At Christmas?

David Mitchell is joined by Henry Blofeld and Kerry Howard, while Lee Mack is joined by Reverend Richard Coles and Clive Myrie.

U&Dave channel logo 7:40pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Claudia Winkleman, David Mitchell, Craig Parkinson, Rob Brydon, Steve Davis, Lee Mack, Sara Pascoe. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 11, Episode 5

The guests on this episode are Steve Davis, Craig Parkinson, Sara Pascoe and Claudia Winkleman.

U&Dave channel logo 8:20pm (repeat)
QI Titles. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series C, Episode 10 - Cleve Crudgington

With Mark Steel, Clive Anderson and John Sessions.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:25pm (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

Christmas Special - The Love Of Three Oranges

After an unpleasant incident involving wet bath enamel, Elizabeth Mainwaring is in a particularly bad mood. As the parish council hosts a bazaar in aid of troop comforts, George has his sights set on an orange to placate her.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Image shows from L to R: Cathy Brown (Jennifer Gibney), Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll), Rory Brown (Rory Cowan), Mark Brown (Pat Shields). Copyright: BBC / BocPix

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Christmas 2013, New Year Special - Who's A Pretty Mammy?

Agnes is determined that, despite his parents' wishes, grandson Bono will not be attending the infamous local primary. But she's also got her annual New Year's Eve party on her mind.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm
60 min
Comedy Legends. Sid James. Copyright: 3DD

Comedy Legends

Series 2, Episode 10 - Sid James

Barry Cryer pays tribute to comedy actor Sid James, who rose to fame in Hancock's Half Hour and became a mainstay of the Carry On franchise.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen K Amos, Sandi Toksvig, Sara Pascoe, Jason Manford. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series P, Episode 8 - Plants

With Sara Pascoe, Stephen K. Amos and Jason Manford.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. James Corden. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 13, Christmas Special - A League Of Their Own Christmas Party

Christmas means cricket for James and the ALOTO boys as they hit the stumps for a fun-packed festive fixture for charity.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm (repeat)
The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird), Charlotte Hinchcliffe (Emily Atack). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Series 2, Episode 5 - The Duke Of Edinburgh Awards

Will is asked to co-ordinate the school's Duke of Edinburgh award scheme. The boys end up helping out in a local retirement home.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9:35pm (repeat)
The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird), Charlotte Hinchcliffe (Emily Atack). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Series 2, Episode 6 - Exam Time

Exams are looming, and Will is getting stressed. Jay has got other things on his mind, while Simon at last seems to be making some headway with Carli.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:55pm (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Image shows from L to R: Grandad Brown (Dermot O'Neill), Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Christmas 2012, Christmas Special - Mammy Christmas

With the festive season fast approaching, Agnes Brown finds herself facing her busiest Christmas yet.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Hypothetical. Image shows from L to R: James Acaster, Dara O Briain, Kiri Pritchard-McLean, Suzi Ruffell, Josh Widdicombe, Nish Kumar. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Hypothetical

Series 1, Episode 5

Josh Widdicombe and James Acaster are joined by Dara O Briain, Kiri Pritchard-McLean, Suzi Ruffell and Nish Kumar.

BBC Four 10pm
30 min
Vic & Bob's Big Night Out. Image shows from L to R: Vic Reeves, Bob Mortimer

Vic & Bob's Big Night Out

Series 2, Episode 4

In this final episode, Mulligan & O'Hare present their new album Caravan Park and Vic reveals his latest plastic surgery enhancement. Three acts battle it out in Novelty Island while Vaun tries to lure Vic away from Bob.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (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, Christmas Special - A Christmassy Ted

When Ted's quick thinking saves a group of Priests - and the Catholic church - from a major embarrassment (involving lingerie) at Christmas, he is given the prestigious Golden Cleric award. But on Craggy Island, nothing is as simple as it seems... Apart from Dougal.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
Micky Flanagan: Back In The Game. Micky Flanagan

Micky Flanagan: Back In The Game

East End comic Micky Flanagan returns with his second, highly anticipated stand-up show, Back In The Game.

BBC Two 10:30pm
5 min
Cunk On.... Philomena Cunk (Diane Morgan). Copyright: House Of Tomorrow

Cunk On...

Cunk & Other Humans On 2019, Episode 3

Politics and societal division have been a key element of 2019 in both the UK and US, from America's President himself, down to individual issues of policy.

BBC Four 10:30pm (repeat)
House Of Fools. Image shows from L to R: Vic (Vic Reeves), Bob (Bob Mortimer), Beef (Matt Berry). Copyright: BBC / Pett Productions

House Of Fools

Christmas Special - The Bobble Hat Affair

It's Christmas. Vic and Beef can't wait to get the party started.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:35pm (repeat)
The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Dave Best (Craig Cash), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Antony Royle (Ralf Little)

The Royle Family

Christmas Special - Joe's Crackers

It's Christmas Day at the Royles' and Barbara is up to her eyes in it as Jim is out of action due to an unfortunate incident in the precinct.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
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.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:35pm (repeat)
Michael McIntyre's Big Show. Image shows from L to R: Wesley Henry, Michael McIntyre, Jordan Henry. Copyright: Hungry McBear

Michael McIntyre's Big Show

Series 5, Episode 4

Ellie Goulding hands Michael her phone in Send To All, and two brothers from Coventry are in for the shock of their lives when they find themselves on stage at The London Palladium.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 11:45pm (repeat)
The Jonathan Ross Show. Jonathan Ross. Copyright: Hot Sauce / ITV Studios

The Jonathan Ross Show

Series 15, Episode 14 - Rebel Wilson, Jason Derulo, Jofra Archer, Penn Jillette, Katherine Ryan, Keane

The host is joined on the sofa by Cats stars Rebel Wilson and Jason Derulo, promoting the big-screen version of the famous Andrew Lloyd Webber musical. World Cup-winning England cricketer Jofra Archer, magician Penn Jillette, and comedian Katherine Ryan also drop by, and there is music by Keane.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:50pm (repeat)
French And Saunders. Image shows from L to R: Dawn French, Jennifer Saunders

French And Saunders

Episode 1 - 300 Years Of French And Saunders

Dragged up all the way from the ocean bed, national treasures Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders are back together this festive season for a special 30th anniversary clip show bursting with brand new material, greatest hits, hilarious rarities, and even some never before seen footage.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight (repeat)
QI Titles. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series C, Episode 11 - Carnival

With Clive Anderson, Jo Brand and Phill Jupitus.

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

The Russell Howard Hour

Series 3, Episode 6 - The Russell Howard Election Hour

Join Russell Howard for a 2019 General Election Special. He also chats to David Baddiel about internet trolling, and has the perfect night in with Jack Black.

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