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Television

TV schedule Wednesday 18th December 2019

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:35am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 2, Episode 7 - In And Out

The Twirlywoos cause confusion at the stables when they keep letting a horse out. Back in the Boat, the Twirlywoos have fun bouncing in and out of the Box.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:10am (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Christmas Special

Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.

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

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 37 - Grizzly's Great Outdoors

A snake bite causes Grizzly Griller to forget all his survival know-how, so it's down to his greatest fan Dennis to help him re-learn his survival skills so they can all make it safely back to Beanotown.

Talking Pictures TV 7:20am (repeat)
His Excellency

His Excellency

A repeat of this 1952 film.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 25 - Megahurtz Attacks

Danger Mouse's attempts to boost Penfold's confidence backfire when it leads to a ferocious games monster escaping into the real world.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:35am (repeat)
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 22 - Bitz's Campout Conundrum

On a camping trip to High Snowy Mountain, Bitz, Bob and Purl offer to help a very tired bear-sitter Bevel get two bear cubs to take their nap so he can arrange a surprise picnic for them.

CITV 7:55am (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 11 - Sports Day

Determined to win this year's Sport's Day, finally making Betty's dreams come true, Dave 'adapts' Anna's chair to speed things up in the final race.

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

The Two Ronnies

Christmas Special - Christmas Night with the Two Ronnies

Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 17 - Mariana Trench, The Pacific Ocean

Lars dives deep to save a Grimbot in the Mariana Trench, the deepest trench in our oceans.

CITV 8:10am (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 12 - Dig

When Betty insists Dave finds a hobby, he takes up treasure hunting, and rocks the very foundations of his tower block home.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:35am (repeat)
Justin's House. Image shows from L to R: Justin (Justin Fletcher), Little Monster, Robert the Robert (Steven Kynman). Copyright: BBC

Justin's House

Series 4, Christmas Special - Cat's First Christmas

Join Justin, Robert the Robot and Little Monster in Justin's House as they aim to serve up the best Christmas ever for their adventurer neighbour, Cat.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8:55am (repeat)
George & Mildred. Image shows from L to R: Mildred Roper (Yootha Joyce), George Roper (Brian Murphy). Copyright: Thames Television

George & Mildred

Series 2, Episode 5 - The Right Way To Travel

Mildred's desperate for a holiday, and has heard of a nice, cheap package tour to Majorca available. The only catch? It's for members of the Conservative Party...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9am (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

A selection of three Christmas specials from Britain's longest-running sitcom.

ITVBe 9:15am (repeat)
Sooty. Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 6 - Poorly Soo

Soo has had an accident on her roller-skates and needs to stay in bed. Luckily Sooty and Sweep are on hand to bake her a cake - but they only have eggshells and pepper! Can Richard come to the rescue?

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:15am (repeat)
Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Series 1, Episode 24 - Timmy Brings A Smile

Apricot brings her favourite blanket to the nursery but the other animals mistake it for a rag.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 9:25am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 8, Episode 2 - A Bouquet Of Barbed Wine

Arthur enters the wine trade with a 1991 vintage supplied by the Brithers of the Blessed Bidolph - a monastic order living near the A2.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 9:30am (repeat)
George & Mildred. Image shows from L to R: Mildred Roper (Yootha Joyce), George Roper (Brian Murphy). Copyright: Thames Television

George & Mildred

Series 2, Episode 6 - The Dorothy Letters

When Mildred discovers a batch of love letters wrapped up in George's belongings, addressed to a 'Dorothy' and the most recent only four months old, she's naturally somewhat worried.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:30am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 2, Episode 28 - On And Off

The Twirlywoos see a lady and her father sitting in deckchairs at the beach.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 10:05am (repeat)
Man About The House. Image shows from L to R: Chrissy Plummer (Paula Wilcox), Robin Tripp (Richard O'Sullivan), Jo (Sally Thomsett). Copyright: Thames Television

Man About The House

Series 2, Episode 6 - Carry Me Back To Old Southampton

Robin fails his National Diploma in Catering and decides to move back home to Southampton and work for his dad.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11am (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 1, Special - One Flew Over The Cuckoo Clock

Boycie and Marlene are invited to spend Christmas in Switzerland with some new friends they met at the Agricultural Ball to discuss a new business venture. Is this the entrance to High Society that they are looking for? However, nothing goes to plan and they miss the surprise laid on for them by old friends.

Comedy Central 11am (repeat)
Michael McIntyre's Big Show. Michael McIntyre. Copyright: Hungry McBear

Michael McIntyre's Big Show

Series 2, Christmas Special - Michael McIntyre's Big Christmas Show

Michael McIntyre's presents a festive mix of comedy, music and games.

BBC One Wales. Copyright: BBC 11:45am (repeat)
Tudur's TV Flashback. Tudur Owen

TV Flashback

Series 1, Episode 1 - Technology

Tudur Owen rewinds the funniest, most fascinating clips from half a century and more of Welsh television. In this edition, the comedian is on a quest to discover the truth about technology finding it to be a story of phonetapping, detector vans and '60s microwaves, full of lively characters.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:10pm (repeat)
Still Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Leroy (James Baxter), Granville (David Jason). Copyright: BBC

Still Open All Hours

Series 4, Christmas Special

It's Christmas in the nation's favourite corner shop, but some of Granville's most important customers have plans to leave town.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:35pm (repeat)
Millie Inbetween. Millie (Millie Innes). Copyright: The Foundation

Millie Inbetween

A selection of episodes from the fourth series of the children's comedy.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:50pm (repeat)
2point4 Children. Image shows from L to R: Bill (Belinda Lang), David (John Pickard), Ben (Gary Olsen), Jenny (Clare Buckfield). Copyright: BBC

2point4 Children

Series 5, Christmas Special - Porky's

It's Christmas Eve, and when Ben returns home with the next few days' shopping, he has a proud announcement for the family: they'll be eating the freshest, juiciest pork imaginable. There's just one problem...

CITV 1pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 49 - Pizza Bean

Mr Bean orders a takeaway pizza, but when it arrives he feels let down by the size of it. So he sets out to bake his own unique Teddy-shaped pizzas. Under the name Pizza Bean, his pizzas become extremely popular and very soon business is booming. Then rival pizza producer Don Crustyoni sees his profits plummeting and decides to make Mr Bean an offer he cannot refuse.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:10pm (repeat)
Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Series 1, Episode 5 - Timmy Can't Dance

Timmy and his class explore dance, from hula to line dancing, but Timmy cannot get into the groove.

CITV 1:15pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 50 - The Photograph

Mr Bean needs a new passport photograph and goes to incredible lengths to get one.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:30pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

A selection of three Christmas specials from Britain's longest-running sitcom.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:35pm (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 4, Episode 18 - More About Upside Down

The Twirlywoos are in a very smart cafe, hiding behind some upside down cups.

Talking Pictures TV 2:15pm (repeat)
Quiet Weekend. Copyright: STUDIOCANAL

Quiet Weekend

A repeat of this 1946 film.

U&Drama channel logo 3:20pm (repeat)
Lovejoy. Lovejoy (Ian McShane). Copyright: FremantleMedia

Lovejoy

Series 4, Episode 1 - The Napoleonic Commode

Lovejoy loses everything after a dawn raid by the bailiffs and takes off on his own.

CITV 3:25pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 13 - Growing Pains

Dave is given a bulb to grow. Popping it in his lunch box, it isn't long before he discovers it's partial to Betty's sandwiches.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:30pm (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 1, Special - One Flew Over The Cuckoo Clock

Boycie and Marlene are invited to spend Christmas in Switzerland with some new friends they met at the Agricultural Ball to discuss a new business venture. Is this the entrance to High Society that they are looking for? However, nothing goes to plan and they miss the surprise laid on for them by old friends.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:35pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 26 - The Whole Tooth

When Gnasher gnashes Walter's portrait, he gets revenge with a titanium sausage that leaves Gnasher toothless and miserable. Dennis and the gang decide to stage a heist to 'borrow' some diamonds until Gnasher's teeth grow back!

CITV 3:40pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 14 - Fuzzypeg

George adapts the spin cycle of the washing machine causing a black hole to form in the Spuds' kitchen.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 3:50pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 8, Episode 3 - Whatever Happened To Her Indoors

Arthur's wife has gone missing.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:10pm (repeat)
Diddy TV. Copyright: BBC

Diddy TV

Series 4, Episode 4 - Vote For Me

It's election night on Diddy TV. Laugh at some extraordinary ailments in Hilarious Illnesses and Blue Peter's Radzi is in the hot seat for Diddy Chat.

CITV 4:30pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 51 - Dancing Bean

Mr Bean needs to learn to dance to impress his girlfriend Irma.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:35pm (repeat)
Still Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Leroy (James Baxter), Granville (David Jason). Copyright: BBC

Still Open All Hours

Series 4, Christmas Special

It's Christmas in the nation's favourite corner shop, but some of Granville's most important customers have plans to leave town.

CITV 4:45pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 52 - Bean Shopping

Mr Bean is locked in a department store overnight and has the time of his life.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:50pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 52 - Sami Reindeer Herding, Norway

The Go Jetters are in snowy Norway to learn about the reindeer that are cared for by the local Sami people.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:10pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Raquel (Tessa Peake-Jones), Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Cassandra (Gwyneth Strong). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Christmas Special - Fatal Extraction

Del has tired of being the dutiful father and his relationship with Raquel is showing the strain. He ventures to see whether he can still pull the birds when he chances to meet a divorced woman at the dentists and soon wishes he'd kept his mouth firmly shut.

U&Drama channel logo 5:20pm (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 3, Special - The Special Relationship

Boycie is asked to turn detective when an unexpected visitor arrives at Winterdown Farm with a secret from the past that, if confirmed, will have massive consequences for one member of the staff.

Talking Pictures TV 6:05pm (repeat)
Ladies Who Do. Image shows left to right: Mrs. Cragg (Peggy Mount), James 'Jim' Ryder (Harry H. Corbett)

Ladies Who Do

Comedy about a group of cleaning ladies to City bigwigs.

U&Drama channel logo 6:25pm (repeat)
The Good Life. Image shows from L to R: Margo Leadbetter (Penelope Keith), Tom Good (Richard Briers), Jerry Leadbetter (Paul Eddington), Barbara Good (Felicity Kendal). Copyright: BBC

The Good Life

Christmas Special - Silly, But It's Fun....

When the Leadbetter Christmas is cancelled, Tom and Barbara save the day by inviting them over for a self-sufficient Christmas that cost only 15p.

CITV 6:55pm (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.

U&Drama channel logo 7pm (repeat)
The Good Life. Image shows from L to R: Margo Leadbetter (Penelope Keith), Tom Good (Richard Briers), Jerry Leadbetter (Paul Eddington), Barbara Good (Felicity Kendal). Copyright: BBC

The Good Life

Summer Special - When I'm 65

A check-up gives Jerry a wake up call and starts the Leadbetters on a health drive. After days of ridicule from Tom the two decide to settle their differences in a race around Surbiton.

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.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Queen Victoria (Sarah Hadland). Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 6, Episode 8 - Bolshy Boudica

British Queen Boudica turns against her Roman masters and unleashes her wrecking ball on Colchester, St Albans and London. Meanwhile, across the world, famous emperors Caligula and Nero, dish out their own unique brand of Imperial nastiness.

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.

Comedy Central Extra 8pm (repeat)
Your Face Or Mine. Copyright: Talkback

Your Face Or Mine

Series 1, Episode 9

Callum and Ashley are forced to judge all kinds of faces for the chance to win thousands of pounds.

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.

Comedy Central Extra 8:30pm (repeat)
Your Face Or Mine. Copyright: Talkback

Your Face Or Mine

Series 1, Episode 10

Jimmy Carr and Katherine Ryan are joined by Jodie-Ann and Andrew who will be forced to judge all kinds of faces for the chance to win thousands of pounds. With special guest H, from pop group Steps.

U&Yesterday channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Nurse Gladys Emmanuel (Lynda Baron), Granville (David Jason), Albert Arkwright (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: BBC

Open All Hours

A selection of episodes from the third and fourth series of the cornershop sitcom.

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 Two logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
Trollied. Gavin (Jason Watkins). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Trollied

A selection of three Christmas specials from the supermarket sitcom.

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.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
The Undiscovered Kenneth Williams. Kenneth Williams. Copyright: Getty Images

The Undiscovered Kenneth Williams

Victor Lewis-Smith looks at the life and career of Kenneth Williams.

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.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 11pm (repeat)
Charity Shop Sue's Xmas. Image shows from L to R: Sue Tuke (Selina Mosinski), Vicky McClure

Charity Shop Sue's Xmas

Sky Christmas Comedy Shorts episode set in a charity shop.

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.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Christmas Special

Johnny Vegas joins Sean as they take on Jon and Katherine Ryan, while David O'Doherty is in Dictionary Corner.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 11:10pm (repeat)
Humza Arshad's Xmas. Image shows from L to R: Kyle (Mo Gilligan), Saj (Humza Arshad). Copyright: Big Deal Films

Humza Arshad's Xmas

Sky Christmas Comedy Shorts episode starring Humza Arshad.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 11:20pm (repeat)
James Acaster's Xmas. James Acaster

James Acaster's Xmas

Sky Christmas Comedy Shorts episode written by and starring James Acaster.

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.

Comedy Central Extra Midnight (repeat)
Your Face Or Mine. Copyright: Talkback

Your Face Or Mine

Series 1, Episode 9

Callum and Ashley are forced to judge all kinds of faces for the chance to win thousands of pounds.

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.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 12:25am (repeat)
Shopping With Keith Lemon. Image shows from L to R: Holly Willoughby, Leigh Francis

Shopping With Keith Lemon

Christmas Special - Christmas Shopping With Keith Lemon

In the bumper hour-long Christmas special, Keith picks out stocking fillers with Strictly star Michelle Visage, looks for gifts with singer Ella Eyre, heads off on a food shop with Johnny Vegas, and finds the perfect party dress with Holly Willoughby.

Comedy Central Extra 12:30am (repeat)
Your Face Or Mine. Copyright: Talkback

Your Face Or Mine

Series 1, Episode 10

Jimmy Carr and Katherine Ryan are joined by Jodie-Ann and Andrew who will be forced to judge all kinds of faces for the chance to win thousands of pounds. With special guest H, from pop group Steps.

U&Dave channel logo 12:40am (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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:50am (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 6, Christmas Special - Jingle B***s!

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

U&W channel logo 1am (repeat)
John Bishop In Conversation With.... Jimmy Carr. Copyright: Lola Entertainment

John Bishop In Conversation With...

Series 3, Episode 3 - Jimmy Carr

Jimmy Carr talks to John Bishop about his start in comedy following a nine-to-five career, his subsequent rise to become one of the UK's hardest-working and respected comedians on the circuit, and the highs and lows that comes with the job. Jimmy talks candidly on the tabloid backlash following his financial "error of judgement", and how his precise comedy style translates to his huge US fan-base.

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Upright. Lucky Flynn (Tim Minchin)

Upright

Series 1, Episode 5

Luke contemplates giving up when Meg runs away with the ute and the piano, but a potentially poisonous snakebite makes him change his mind.

Comedy Central Extra 1am
60 min version (repeat)
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Russell Howard's Good News

Series 1, Christmas Special

Russell invites viewers to hang up their Christmas stockings for a festive edition of Russell Howard's Good News.

Quest 1am (repeat)
Al Murray's Great British Pub Quiz. Image shows from L to R: Andy Parsons, Shaun Williamson, Al Murray, Hugh Dennis. Copyright: Avalon Television

Al Murray's Great British Pub Quiz

Episode 3

Al, aided by barman Shaun Williamson and captains Hugh Dennis and Andy Parsons, oversees the clash between The Tap Social Movement in Oxford and the Rufus T Firefly in Glasgow.

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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.

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Through The Keyhole. Image shows from L to R: Janet Street-Porter, Leigh Francis, Krishnan Guru-Murthy, Rob Beckett. Copyright: Talkback

Through The Keyhole

Series 6, Episode 7

For the last episode in the series, Keith is joined by Janet Street-Porter, Krishnan Guru-Murthy and Rob Beckett.

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Upright. Lucky Flynn (Tim Minchin)

Upright

Series 1, Episode 6

Lucky decides to transform his attitude and his appearance, but it's not long before some devastating news sends him spiralling into despair.

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Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Patsy (Joanna Lumley), Edina (Jennifer Saunders). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Christmas Special - White Box

Having broken a promise to Saffy, Eddy's had the entire kitchen stripped back to bare white walls. Her daughter is not pleased, and orders that a normal room be restored immediately. Edina's sure she's seen the perfect room to model it on, but she cannot recall where...

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A League Of Their Own

Series 11, Out-takes - Unseen

Rejoin the A League Of Their Own boys and their guests as the hit comedy and entertainment show runs into extra time with outtakes and unseen footage from Series 11.

Comedy Central Extra 2am
60 min version (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 6, Highlights Special - Big News

Russell Howard turns his eye back to some of the biggest and best news stories covered in the past six series of Good News, plus some choice out-takes from the show.

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50 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.

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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.

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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.

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Duck Quacks Don't Echo

Series 5, Episode 3

Lee Mack is joined by Claudia Winkleman, Johnny Vegas and Joe Lycett.

Comedy Central Extra 3am (repeat)
Your Face Or Mine. Copyright: Talkback

Your Face Or Mine

Series 1, Episode 9

Callum and Ashley are forced to judge all kinds of faces for the chance to win thousands of pounds.

Comedy Central Extra 3:20am (repeat)
Your Face Or Mine. Copyright: Talkback

Your Face Or Mine

Series 1, Episode 10

Jimmy Carr and Katherine Ryan are joined by Jodie-Ann and Andrew who will be forced to judge all kinds of faces for the chance to win thousands of pounds. With special guest H, from pop group Steps.

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2point4 Children

Series 5, Christmas Special - Porky's

It's Christmas Eve, and when Ben returns home with the next few days' shopping, he has a proud announcement for the family: they'll be eating the freshest, juiciest pork imaginable. There's just one problem...

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