Television
TV schedule Friday 20th March 2020
Something In The City
A repeat of this 1950 film.
Twirlywoos
Series 3, Episode 24 - More About ConnectingThe Twirlywoos watch a farmer connect fence panels together to make a pen for his sheep. The sheep dog herds the sheep into the pen. Whilst the farmer is having a doze, the Twirlywoos build an enclosure around him by connecting more fence panels together.
Timmy Time
Series 1, Episode 26 - Timmy's Spring SurpriseIt is gardening time at the nursery and Harriet hands out seeds to everyone.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 3 - Dinmaker DivaDennis and the gang are fed up with dinner lady Olive's completely inedible school dinners. In their mission to 'drop the slop', they discover a poster of her past career as a singer. The gang ask her to join The Dinmakers - hoping she'll swap a life in the kitchen for fame. However, after unleashing Olive's inner diva, their new mission is how to get Olive back into the kitchen!
The Piglet Files
Series 3, Episode 1 - Guerillas In The MistA bit of casual reconnaissance work for Piglet, Lewis and Dexter goes disastrously wrong when the target turns out to be an old friend of Drummond's - now quite mad and intent on blowing up the Channel Tunnel!
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 42 - Danger-ThonThe Danger agents hold a telethon to raise funds for HQ.
Bitz & Bob
Series 1, Episode 8 - Bob's Balloon AdventureWhen Bob gets stuck in a runaway hot air balloon over Craft City, Bitz needs to give him clear instructions on how to land it - and she's running out of time!
As Time Goes By
Series 7, Episode 3 - The New NeighboursWhen the new next-door neighbours - a Mr and Mrs Duncan - move in, Jean undertakes some strategic snooping to find out what they are like.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 26 - WantedBean is mistaken for an escaped convict and carted off to jail.
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 26 - Nomads, MongoliaGrandmaster Glitch is out on a camping expedition in Mongolia. There's not much around except a group of Mongolian nomads - people who travel around the country with their animals, camping in amazing tents called gers.
Class Dismissed
Series 5, Episode 5 - Goodbye Mr ChristopherIt's Mr Christopher's last day at Quayside Academy, but what is his mysterious new TV job?
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!
As Time Goes By
Series 7, Episode 4 - The BypassOut at the house in Hampshire, Jean and Lionel get caught up in a countryside crisis when they learn a bypass is to be built around the village.
Justin's House
Series 4, Episode 7 - Giggle GasketWhen Robert tells Justin that his Giggle Gasket is broken and that he can't laugh, Justin does everything he can to help his best friend get his laughter back.
Porridge
Series 1, Episode 6 - Men Without WomenFletcher has been offering his advice to his fellow prisoners on the topic of romance. Letters written home result in a visiting room full of wives and sweethearts, but Fletcher's visitor is his eldest daughter. Should he be following his own advice?
Man About The House
Series 3, Episode 6 - We Shall Not Be MovedWhilst Mildred is away for the weekend, Mr. Roper intends to evict Robin, Chrissy and Jo and turn their flat into 6 separate "self-contained living units".
Timmy Time
Series 2, Episode 8 - Timmy The PostmanIt is Valentine's Day, and Harriet shows the class how to make cards for their best friends.
Minder
Series 3, Episode 6 - Another Bride, Another GroomThe shady dealings of a loveable rogue. The last thing Arthur wants to do on his niece's wedding day is shift a consignment of pornographic magazines.
Man About The House
Series 3, Episode 7 - Three Of A KindWhen Robin is hospitalised to have his tonsils removed, Chrissy takes on two of his friends in a spot of poker. The trouble is, she has no idea how to play...
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 7 - Blinking 'EckBetty wants a nice photo of Dave and Anna, but the camera George uses happens to belong to Gran, and it's been cursed by an ancient mummy.
Twirlywoos
Series 4, Episode 11 - More About BalancingStop-motion preschool programme about the adventures of four inquisitive Twirlywoos.
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 1, Episode 3 - The Partridge SeasonThe Punch and Judy man gets drunk, and everyone has the problem of covering up for him so that he is not discovered by the senior camp staff.
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?
Sooty
Series 2, Episode 10 - The Fancy Dress PartyWhen Sooty's magic powder falls in the costume box, the gang end up with real super powers. Can they save the fancy dress competition, or will the evil Barrie Bonkers bring it to a sticky end? Guest starring Shaun Williamson.
That's My Boy
Series 5, Episode 1 - Digging InWilfred's daughter has upped sticks and moved to Milton Keynes, leaving him unable to afford his London rent alone. Not liking the council's half-way house, he scarpers - and then food begins to go missing from Ida's kitchen cupboards...
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the fourth series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 1, Episode 11 - Waffle Misses DougDoug's mum, Zoe, brings surprises for the Brooklyn-Bells, but Waffle is sad because Doug is going to stay with her for a few days. Mrs Hobbs watches Waffle with new spy equipment.
Hold The Sunset
Series 1, Episode 1 - BubblyEdith's dreams of retirement to the sun with her long-term suitor Phil are shattered when her 50-year-old son Roger arrives home, seeking to recapture the happiness of his boyhood.
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 1, Episode 3 - The Partridge SeasonThe Punch and Judy man gets drunk, and everyone has the problem of covering up for him so that he is not discovered by the senior camp staff.
Twirlywoos
Series 3, Episode 9 - More About UpThe Piece of Paper visits the Twirlywoos on the Big Red Boat and thenfolds itself into stairs for Chickedy and Chick to climb up.
The Good Life
Series 4, Episode 2 - The Green DoorAn excursion to the pony club for manure causes the Goods to uncover a secret that Margo is keeping from Jerry. When they spot Margo being mysterious in town the plot thickens. Tom and Barbara struggle with what to do and fear for the Leadbetter marriage!
Hold The Sunset
Series 1, Episode 1 - BubblyEdith's dreams of retirement to the sun with her long-term suitor Phil are shattered when her 50-year-old son Roger arrives home, seeking to recapture the happiness of his boyhood.
Trottie True
Trottie True, Camden girl and star of the Victorian music hall, finds love across a surprising class divide.
Almost Never
Series 1, Episode 12 - The Lost GuitarNate's guitar goes missing, jeopardising the boys' gig. GHF's honesty nearly backfires.
Dad's Army - The Lost Episodes
Episode 1 - The Loneliness Of The Long-Distance WalkerWhen Walker receives is calling up papers, Mainwaring realises with horror that his departure will mean the loss of his whisky supply. None of the men wish to lose their friend, so eagerly set about thwarting his impending medical.
Monarch Of The Glen
Series 3, Episode 6Comedy drama set in the Scottish Highlands, based on the comic novels of Compton Mackenzie.
Dad's Army - The Lost Episodes
Episode 2 - A Stripe For FrazerTold he can promote one of the men to Corporal, Mainwaring makes Frazer Lance-Corporal, and pits him against Jones in a contest to see who is worthy of the full rank - but the Scot quickly goes power mad, and has half the platoon up on a charge!
Class Dismissed
Series 5, Episode 5 - Goodbye Mr ChristopherIt's Mr Christopher's last day at Quayside Academy, but what is his mysterious new TV job?
Minder
Series 3, Episode 7 - The Birdman Of Wormwood ScrubsEx-con Ernie leaves prison after fourteen years with a quarter of a million stashed away in a bank. Enter the ever-helpful Arthur.
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the fourth series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 27 - Go Jet Academy: Compass NavigatorsKyan and Foz are working on their compass navigation skills and need to find the North Tower within a magnificent maze in order to pass their academy test.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 9 - CrushDave gets a girlfriend who turns out to be an alien. And she turns out to bear a striking similarity to a everyday household item.
Gigglebiz
Series 3, Episode 22Naughty King Flannel does some skipping in the garden with Lady Chatalot, newsreader Arthur Sleep listens to a few popular tunes, fitness guru Keith Fitt demonstrates how to get fit for free and gardener Will Barrow has problems with some troublesome flying animals.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 10 - BikeAnna is practising for the school cycling test and is good at it. Dave isn't quite as skilled, but with a new bike from his parents he really hopes to pass.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 3, Episode 12 - Waffle And PepperWaffle and Jess visit Angela at the kennels and help Waffle's new friend, Pepper.
Bread
Series 6, Episode 10Grandad's visit to the doctor takes an unexpected turn when he makes a break for freedom in a taxi and heads for Wales. Jack is having doubts about moving in with Leonora, and Aveline shares a romantic lunch with Oswald.
Horrible Histories
Series 1, Episode 11Queen Victoria learns her British comforts aren't very British, a Viking warrior won't stop talking in rhyme, and the contestants try to become executioners on Axe Factor.
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 5, Episode 3 - Opening DayJoe Maplin has deemed that the Yellowcoats will meet the campers when they arrive at the station and escort them on to the buses which will take them to the camp for the first day of the new season.
Taskmaster
Series 6, Episode 5 - H.As the series nears the halfway point, the five comic contestants grow ever more eager to lay their hands on the coveted Taskmaster trophy. Asim Chaudhry has fun with drain pipes, Tim Vine gets stuck in a tunnel and, dissatisfied with his charge's performance, Greg Davies gives Alex Horne a sharp telling off in front of everyone.
The Good Life
Series 4, Episode 2 - The Green DoorAn excursion to the pony club for manure causes the Goods to uncover a secret that Margo is keeping from Jerry. When they spot Margo being mysterious in town the plot thickens. Tom and Barbara struggle with what to do and fear for the Leadbetter marriage!
As Time Goes By
Series 9, Episode 2 - Another ProposalJean is delighted to hear that daughter Judith has accepted Alistair's proposal of marriage. Meanwhile, Penny and Stephen have some news of their own which may prevent them from attending the wedding.
Porridge
Series 1, Episode 6 - Men Without WomenFletcher has been offering his advice to his fellow prisoners on the topic of romance. Letters written home result in a visiting room full of wives and sweethearts, but Fletcher's visitor is his eldest daughter. Should he be following his own advice?
Room 101
Series 1, Episode 7 - Larry Lamb, Lauren Laverne, David O'DohertyThis week Larry Lamb, Lauren Laverne and David O'Doherty try to send the things they hate the most into Room 101. Nominations include fake tension in TV shows, flags and confusing loo signs.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 30, Episode 9 - Variations On A Theme Of Father's DayIn order that Hobbo can find out more about Nelly, his supposed mother, he has Howard eavesdrop on her when she is visiting Pearl.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 26 - WantedBean is mistaken for an escaped convict and carted off to jail.
Dad's Army - The Lost Episodes
Episode 1 - The Loneliness Of The Long-Distance WalkerWhen Walker receives is calling up papers, Mainwaring realises with horror that his departure will mean the loss of his whisky supply. None of the men wish to lose their friend, so eagerly set about thwarting his impending medical.
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!
Room 101
Series 1, Episode 3 - Chris Packham, Chris Tarrant, Alice CooperThis week Chris Packham, Chris Tarrant and Alice Cooper try to send the things they hate the most into Room 101. Nominations include Sooty, balloon sculptures and - rather worryingly - the entire human race.
Doc Martin
Series 9, Episode 5 - Wild West CountryMartin investigates a shooting after local farmer Dennis Thorpe shoots Robert, after he took some of his eggs. Meanwhile, Emily returns to the surgery to see Martin after her acne medication causes a bad reaction, and a secret bidder buys the Crab and Lobster pub.
Dad's Army - The Lost Episodes
Episode 2 - A Stripe For FrazerTold he can promote one of the men to Corporal, Mainwaring makes Frazer Lance-Corporal, and pits him against Jones in a contest to see who is worthy of the full rank - but the Scot quickly goes power mad, and has half the platoon up on a charge!
QI
Series H, Episode 15 - Hypnotism, Hallucinations And HysteriaWith Robert Webb, Ronni Ancona and Phill Jupitus.
Miranda
Series 3, Episode 1 - It Was PanningPenny is threatening to cancel Miranda's Christmas if she doesn't sort her life out...
Only Fools And Horses
The Final Specials, Christmas Special - Strangers On The ShoreWith the family fortune squandered, Del and Rodney set off for France to attend a memorial service in memory of Uncle Albert's old shipmates from the war. On the way back the Trotters pick up some rather unexpected cargo!
Doc Martin
Series 9, Episode 6 - EquilibriumMartin and Louisa have their first fertility consultation with Dr Emma Ryder. Well aware that Martin is able to perform the tests himself, she reminds him that he is the patient now, not the doctor.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 12, Episode 6This episode's guests are Daisy May Cooper, Diane Morgan, Richard Osman and Rory Reid.
Limmy's Homemade Show
Episode 1 - Limmy's Homemade ShowIn his homemade show Limmy, aka Brian Limond, opens the door to a tradesman who gets more than he bargained for and to a group of young men whose dabblings in the spirit world prove unsettling. There's also the appearance of a mysterious individual during a routine piece of filming at home. A visit to the museum prompts a vision of the future and while meandering by the river, Limmy attempts an academic explanation of how comedy works to a tough audience. Meanwhile a walk in the park which he takes to improve his health goes down a strange route after he recalls a previous encounter with a litterbug.
Romesh Ranganathan: Irrational Live
TV edit of Romesh Ranganathan's stand-up DVD.
QI
Series O, Episode 4 - Over And OvaLearn some tricks you can do with eggs, meet a flying pig and join in as the studio audience sings along with Western film themes. With Bill Bailey, Grayson Perry and Jan Ravens.
The Last Leg
Series 19, Episode 10For the first time without a studio audience, Adam, Josh and Alex are joined by guests stand-up comedian Tom Allen and presenter Lorraine Kelly.
The Ricky Gervais Show
Series 2, Episode 12Ricky, Stephen and Karl discuss whether old urinals or sharks in formaldehyde should be considered works of art.
Peep Show
Series 9, Episode 5 - Kid FarmJeremy and Super Hans come to blows over the rights to a music track.
Man Up
Modern romantic comedy about a couple who meet on a blind date and a case of mistaken identity.
Meet The Richardsons
Series 1, Episode 4The Richardsons finally get to attend the showbiz event of the year: the Jonathan Ross Halloween party. Lucy's excited, especially when she meets Jason Donovan at the party, but she's not as excited as Jon who has an audition to be a voice in a Pixar film - his lifelong dream.
The Keith & Paddy Picture Show
Series 2, Episode 2 - Top GunThis edition presents Keith and Paddy's version of the movie Top Gun, featuring Keith Allen, Sarah Parish, and Marc Warren.
Peep Show
Series 9, Episode 6 - Are We Going To Be Alright?The El Dude Brothers are bowing out on a high - a strange, complicated and definitely slightly illegal - high.
Mock The Week
Series 16, Special - Election SpecialJoining Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis straight from the polling booths are guests James Acaster, Angela Barnes, Ed Gamble, Milton Jones and Tez Ilyas.
The Trip
The Trip To Greece, Episode 4 - Athens To HydraSteve and Rob are joined at the Hotel Grande Bretagne by Emma and photographer Yolanda, who plans to shoot the pair at the nearby Epidaurus Amphitheatre.
Black Books
A selection of episodes from the third series of the bookshop sitcom.
Taskmaster
Series 6, Episode 5 - H.As the series nears the halfway point, the five comic contestants grow ever more eager to lay their hands on the coveted Taskmaster trophy. Asim Chaudhry has fun with drain pipes, Tim Vine gets stuck in a tunnel and, dissatisfied with his charge's performance, Greg Davies gives Alex Horne a sharp telling off in front of everyone.
A League Of Their Own
US Road Trip 2.0, Episode 1Jamie loses his temper when he's left injured following a hot dog eating competition and the lads tap into their inner Hasselhoff to train with the Californian State Lifeguards.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 17 (Channel 4: Series 18), Episode 7Sean Lock and Katherine Ryan take on Jon Richardson and Joe Wilkinson, while Adam Riches as Sean Bean joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner.
Have I Got News For You
Series 55, Episode 2Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Victoria Coren Mitchell and panellists Richard Osman and Val McDermid.
Lenny Henry's Race Through Comedy
Episode 3 - SketchBeginning with Lenny's prominence as a versatile performer and creator of characters, the film features great archive from Tiswas, Three Of A Kind and Lenny's own shows.
Minder
Series 3, Episode 7 - The Birdman Of Wormwood ScrubsEx-con Ernie leaves prison after fourteen years with a quarter of a million stashed away in a bank. Enter the ever-helpful Arthur.
Porters
Series 2, Episode 2 - Orc & PradeepMr Pradeep spends a day as a porter for charity. Meanwhile, a woman dressed as an orc is admitted to the hospital with an extreme allergic reaction.
Peep Show
Series 9, Episode 5 - Kid FarmJeremy and Super Hans come to blows over the rights to a music track.
Beat The Internet With John Robins
Episode 9John Robins hosts the new comedy quiz show where contestants try to finish sentences based on some of the internet's most popular search terms.
Plebs
Series 4, Episode 7 - The AccountantWhen the Crown and Toga is hit by a mega tax bill, Marcus does everything in his power to find a top-notch accountant. Jason isn't helping things by giving away free drinks to his barber in exchange for haircuts. And Grumio finds a fast snail in the bar.
Peep Show
Series 9, Episode 6 - Are We Going To Be Alright?The El Dude Brothers are bowing out on a high - a strange, complicated and definitely slightly illegal - high.
Russell Howard & Mum
Globetrotters - Series 2, Episode 4 - New Year In ThailandIt's Chinese New Year so obviously Russell and his mum Ninette are in... Thailand. Chinese New Year is massive in Thailand and the Howards are getting fully involved in the celebrations of the Year of the Dog. Along the way they're sampling some of the more unusual activities Thailand has to offer before literally chasing the dragon in the New Year parade.
That's My Boy
Series 4, Episode 5 - Hello Young MothersA rumour hits the village that Elton John has bought the big house up on the hill. When it transpires a charity has purchased it with the intention of opening a refuge for single mothers, certain residents are outraged by the notion of the scandal.
Plebs
Series 4, Episode 8 - BeerA Germanian bar opens over the road, selling a popular drink called beer. The boys attempt to discover the recipe, with Grumio engaging his super-palate and Jason seducing the barmaid Stefi. Meanwhile, Marcus has a run-in with the local fire brigade.
Beat The Internet With John Robins
Episode 10John Robins hosts the new comedy quiz show where contestants try to finish sentences based on some of the internet's most popular search terms.
The Rebel
Series 2, Episode 3 - HealthA misjudged late-night dip in the sea leaves both Henry and Charles very much worse for wear. As their symptoms deteriorate, they ultimately end up in hospital.