Television
TV schedule Thursday 16th April 2020
Tommy Cooper
Episode 9Tommy Cooper presents his own show, with sketches and special guests. Featuring Ronnie Barker, Thora Hird and Stubby Kaye.
Twirlywoos
Series 1, Episode 3 - Round And RoundThe Twirlywoos are in a park where they watch a little girl and her dad playing on a roundabout. Back in the boat, the Twirlywoos are visited by the Stop-Go Car, who they chase round and round in circles.
Timmy Time
Series 1, Episode 15 - Timmy Goes BangAfter hearing thunder during a storm, Timmy becomes fixated by loud noises, banging anything he can find.
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?
Lucky Feller
Episode 12 - A Night On The MoorsWith a wedding finally in the air and a certain urgent matter to be settled, Kath has persuaded Shorty to take her to Bournemouth for a trial weekend. But they take a wrong turning...
Go Jetters
Series 3, Episode 22 - The Salmon Run, AlaskaAlaska's a cool place to watch the salmon run, but Glitch opens a 'fishy taxi service' to help the salmon avoid tricky waterfalls and greedy bears. What could possibly go wrong?
The Reluctant Bride
A repeat of this 1955 film.
Class Dismissed
Series 4, Episode 4 - Food PoisoningIt's Carol's birthday, but the treat she brings in gives the entire school food poisoning and the side effects aren't pleasant!
My Hero
Series 2, Episode 2 - GirlfriendDisaster strikes at the heart of Thermoman's domestic bliss when his long-lost fiancée, Xil, arrives from Ultron. Janet is horrified to learn that George is bound by Ultron law to marry Xil, but she is determined not to lose her man. George's cunning plans to dissuade Xil don't work, neither do Janet's woman-to-woman powers of persuasion. All seems lost, until Janet makes a discovery...
Bitz & Bob
Series 2, Episode 4 - Merry Go RoundThere is an amazing seahorse merry-go-round on the beach, and everyone is having lots of fun going round and round - except Bevel.
Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the second series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
The Green Green Grass
Series 2, Episode 6 - More Questions Than AnswersLlewellyn has been forced to employ teachers over the summer as casual labour but even they can't help the fact that his farm is running at a massive deficit. With Boycie's farm doing well, Llewellyn challenges him to a pub quiz in the hope of winning £5,000.
Justin's House
Series 3, Episode 7 - Dance CompetitionJustin enters himself and Robert into a dance competition, but Justin keeps getting too excited. Guest starring Darren Hart.
Outside Edge
Series 2, Episode 6It's Roger's nightmare - not only does rain stop play but he discovers his ability as captain is being questioned by a member of the team. However, somewhat surprisingly it's Miriam who refuses to let the insurgents win, and plots a cunning counter-attack to ensure Rodge's position.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 3, Episode 6 - WantedRodney's kindly nature gets him into trouble when he tries to help a drunk lady on the way home from the pub. When she screams for help he legs it home. Del, knowing of the woman's reputation, plays on Rodney's fears, but his joke backfires when Rodney goes on the run!
Minder
Series 5, Episode 1 - Goodbye SailorArthur lines up a deal to supply cheap tobacco and persuades Terry to collect it, convincing him that it's an easy job. But Terry has his doubts when he and Arthur are all at sea with Customs and Excise in pursuit.
Timmy Time
Series 1, Episode 20 - Go Kart TimmyEveryone is desperate to have a go on a brand new pedal go-kart. Timmy's eagerness leads him into trouble.
Barnacle Bill
A repeat of this 1957 film.
Twirlywoos
Series 1, Episode 4 - UpThe Twirlywoos are in a back garden where they watch a man hanging washing up on a line. Chickedy and Chick get into the washing basket and the man accidentally pegs them up on the line too! The Twirlywoos are having tea, but the tea table is misbehaving. It keeps going further and further up, propelling Great BigHoo and Toodloo all the way out of the top of the boat!
Outside Edge
Series 2, Episode 7Can Roger's captaincy survive the EGM? Opinions fly, tensions rocket and the vote is cast - but Shirley provides an unexpected diversion.
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 3, Episode 8 - It's A Blue WorldTed Bovis is offered the chance to hire an artistic but explicit film to show to the male adult campers.
Sooty
Series 1, Episode 6 - Poorly SooSoo 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?
Rising Damp
Series 2, Episode 4 - Moonlight And RosesMiss Jones has become engaged to a librarian and looks set to move out - Rigsby is distraught but determined that no other man should have her. Alan, meanwhile, is already assessing suitable candidates to take on her room!
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 12th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 21 - Bog Roll RollIt's the biggest sporting event in Grimsby - the bog roll roll. All Dave has to do is chase the bog roll down the hill and catch it.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 22 - Spud-AgeddonThe Spuds don't care about a carbon footprint, since George has come home with a haul of free electronics that they all want to test out.
It's Hard To Be Good
A repeat of this 1948 film.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 1, Episode 1 - Meeting WaffleEvie's mum, Jess, has just married Doug's dad, Simon. The new family get home to discover a lost puppy hiding in their wedding presents. Evie wants to keep him and call him Waffle.
My Hero
Series 2, Episode 2 - GirlfriendDisaster strikes at the heart of Thermoman's domestic bliss when his long-lost fiancée, Xil, arrives from Ultron. Janet is horrified to learn that George is bound by Ultron law to marry Xil, but she is determined not to lose her man. George's cunning plans to dissuade Xil don't work, neither do Janet's woman-to-woman powers of persuasion. All seems lost, until Janet makes a discovery...
Timmy Time
Series 2, Episode 9 - Timmy Rings The BellMittens proudly shows off the shiny new bell on her collar but is inconsolable when it goes missing.
Gigglebiz
Series 5, Episode 14 - Gail Plays the SpoonsProfessor Muddles rockets to the moon, and Gail Force plays a funny tune on some spoons.
Still Open All Hours
Series 4, Episode 4Granville encourages Gastric to express his artistic side in a local art competition, but he throws himself into self-expression more enthusiastically than anyone could have predicted.
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 3, Episode 8 - It's A Blue WorldTed Bovis is offered the chance to hire an artistic but explicit film to show to the male adult campers.
Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the second series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
The Green Green Grass
Series 2, Episode 6 - More Questions Than AnswersLlewellyn has been forced to employ teachers over the summer as casual labour but even they can't help the fact that his farm is running at a massive deficit. With Boycie's farm doing well, Llewellyn challenges him to a pub quiz in the hope of winning £5,000.
Millie Inbetween
Series 4, Episode 6 - Off The RailsJessie is hinting that there's trouble at home, so Millie draws on her own experience to help. They are due to dance at the school show when Jessie goes on the rampage.
Carry On Nurse
Much to the nurses' frustration, the patients at Haven Hospital have no intention of lying quietly whilst awaiting surgery or recovery.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 13 - The Unusual SuspectsWhen secret information is leaked from HQ all eyes fall on Colonel K! Is it possible he's a traitor or is there something suspicious about his moustache?
Only Fools And Horses
Series 3, Episode 6 - WantedRodney's kindly nature gets him into trouble when he tries to help a drunk lady on the way home from the pub. When she screams for help he legs it home. Del, knowing of the woman's reputation, plays on Rodney's fears, but his joke backfires when Rodney goes on the run!
Those Magnificent Men In Their Flying Machines
Period comedy. Newspaper publisher Lord Rawnsley establishes a London-to-Paris flying challenge with a huge cash prize.
Diddy TV
Series 1, Episode 9 - Let It GoDiddy Hazel Irvine hosts the final of the world snooker tournament between Juddery Trump and Ronnie O'Notagain. Also, there is more American sitcom action in RoboPop.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated children's comedy.
Monarch Of The Glen
Series 5, Episode 2Comedy drama set in the Scottish Highlands, based on the comic novels of Compton Mackenzie.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 9 - The Hamazing HamstermanDennis gets into a fluffy mess when he runs into Von Screwtop's hadron collider with the professor's pet hamster, Galahad. To stop Dennis from completely changing into a hamster, the gang must sneak him into Wilbur's lab to use his reverse hadron collider and change him back!
Dad's Army
Series 4, Episode 7 - Put That Light Out!Jones, Frazer, Pike and Godfrey are stationed on an exercise in the local lighthouse, but soon cause trouble when they turn the light on and shine it over Walmington-on-Sea... during an air-raid.
Minder
Series 5, Episode 2 - What Makes Shamy Run?Dave at the Winchester Arms points out that the banknotes given to Arthur by Shamy to pay off his debts are in fact forgeries.
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 12th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
Danny & Mick
Series 1, Episode 8 - Birthday SurpriseDanny is convinced it's Joy's birthday, he sets about organising a surprise party that'll surprise everybody - especially Joy!
Bitz & Bob
Series 2, Episode 9 - Snowy Sneezy Goat GalaIt's time for the Snowy Goat Gala on High Snowy Mountain.
Go Jetters
Series 3, Episode 23 - Tomatina Festival, Bunol, SpainCan the Go Jetters fix their own 'glitch' at the biggest food fight in the world?
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 4, Episode 8 - Waffle's HomeworkWaffle's forgotten to do his homework, and Mr Nolan decides if he can continue as a pupil.
Bread
Series 7, Episode 4Aveline is offered the role of a pregnant woman in a film and is now grateful to Oswald for his input! Lilo Lill sets out to find Freddie by visiting some of his favourite people and places...
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 8, Episode 1 - Marry Go RoundSpike seems to have lost his ability to make people laugh, and Ted offers no consolation when woken at 2:00am. Spike turns to Gladys for advice, which only makes him even more confused about his future.
Taskmaster
Series 3, Episode 2 - The Dong And The GongDave Gorman comes over all bitey, Rob Beckett fills a shoebox with cement and, most importantly, just who will succeed in surprising Alex Horne the most when he emerges from his shed after an hour cooped up inside?
The Green Green Grass
Series 2, Episode 6 - More Questions Than AnswersLlewellyn has been forced to employ teachers over the summer as casual labour but even they can't help the fact that his farm is running at a massive deficit. With Boycie's farm doing well, Llewellyn challenges him to a pub quiz in the hope of winning £5,000.
As Time Goes By
Series 6, Episode 4 - What's Wrong With Mrs. Bale?Even by Mrs. Bale's standards, her mood is particularly fractured and Jean, Rocky and Madge are dying to know what is wrong. Could it be a man? Lionel, meanwhile, is feeling unwell.
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 3, Episode 8 - It's A Blue WorldTed Bovis is offered the chance to hire an artistic but explicit film to show to the male adult campers.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 6, Episode 5Andy Hamilton, Gabby Logan, Dr Christian Jessen and Diane Parish join Rob, Lee and David.
Horrible Histories
Series 7, Episode 9 - Revolting Russian RevolutionOn its 100th anniversary, Horrible Histories takes a look at the Russian Revolution.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 2, Episode 5 - A Quiet DrinkHarry, the fierce landlord, runs a tight pub. And Mouse is tighter still and it's Tina's 'boom' night, so farewell restful ease.
Dad's Army
Series 4, Episode 7 - Put That Light Out!Jones, Frazer, Pike and Godfrey are stationed on an exercise in the local lighthouse, but soon cause trouble when they turn the light on and shine it over Walmington-on-Sea... during an air-raid.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 6, Episode 6Lee Mack is joined by Bob Mortimer and Patsy Kensit and David Mitchell is joined by Greg Davies and Richard Osman.
The Story Of... Only Fools & Horses
Episode 1 - Brothers In ArmsBrothers In Arms explores the relationship between Del and Rodney Trotter which is at the heart of each of the 64 episodes.
Dad's Army
Series 4, Episode 8 - The Two And A Half FeathersThe Home Guard get a new private in their ranks, who just so happens to know Jones. However, their relationship is not a happy one with the new arrival claiming that Jones left him in the desert to die. It is down to Jones to unearth the truth.
Socially Distant With Susan Calman
Episode 3Susan chats to actor Joe McFadden; hears about the beauty of board games from Rab Florence; hears a new poem from Cat Hepburn; and music comes from Julie Fowlis and Éamon Doorley.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 3, Episode 6 - WantedRodney's kindly nature gets him into trouble when he tries to help a drunk lady on the way home from the pub. When she screams for help he legs it home. Del, knowing of the woman's reputation, plays on Rodney's fears, but his joke backfires when Rodney goes on the run!
Agatha Raisin
Series 2, Episode 1 - The Wizard Of Evesham - Part 1Returning to the quaint hamlet after a spell away, Agatha is embroiled in another mystery when her arrogant but brilliant hair stylist, dubbed "The Wizard of Evesham", becomes the centre of a maelstrom involving blackmail, conspiracy and murder.
The Ricky Gervais Show
Series 1, Episode 7Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant and Karl Pilkington cover a range of pointless topics including Karl's new diary, Stephen's attempt to get a nickname, and whether people think in their accents.
Blackadder
A selection of episodes the second series of the comic historic saga.
Not Going Out
Series 4, Episode 4 - DancingLucy and Tim's parents, Geoffrey and Wendy, are separating. Geoffrey moves into Lucy's flat, banishing Lee to the sofa. To get his room back and avoid being thrown onto the street, Lee must now play Relate Counsellor to patch up the marriage.
The Magic Christian
Sir Guy Grand spends his money extravagantly. Adopting a grown man as his son, the pair set out to entertain themselves.
Agatha Raisin
Series 2, Episode 2 - The Wizard Of Evesham - Part 2The beauty salon case continues for Agatha as she digs deeper into her charming hairstylist's supposed crimes.
Two Doors Down
Series 3, Episode 3 - Break InWhen Cathy and Colin's house is burgled, Cathy goes into meltdown. Beth and Eric find themselves cast as laundress and chief suspect.
Live At The Apollo
Series 15, Episode 1 - Tom Allen, Rosie Jones, Kae KurdTom Allen is the host for the first in a new run of stand-up showcases, performed in front of a live audience at London's world-famous Hammersmith Apollo. Each show features sets from two of the country's most acclaimed up-and-coming comedians, and this week it is Rosie Jones and Kae Kurd taking to the stage.
Red Dwarf
Series X, Episode 2 - Fathers & SunsEvery year Lister sends himself a Father's Day card to celebrate the fact that he is his own father. However, when Rimmer points out he's been a lousy father to himself, Lister decides to do something about it.
Celebrity Juice
Series 23, Episode 2Keith Lemon and Mel B are joined by guest team captain Howard Donald, singers Anne-Marie and Fleur East, reality star Joey Essex, all-round entertainer John Barrowman and, from RuPaul's Drag Race UK, The Vivienne and Cheryl Hole.
Breeders
Series 1, Episode 7 - No ExitIt's half term and Luke is responsible for taking Lenny the class bear on an adventure. Lenny has been to Italy, Peru and beyond, but Paul can't even manage to get the family and the godforsaken bear out of the house to the local park.
Not Going Out
Series 4, Episode 5 - FireworksAn old lady wanders into Lucy's flat and joins Lee on the sofa. When it becomes clear that she doesn't know who she is, Lee throws her out only to discover that she has a rich son who always pays a handsome reward to the person who brings her home.
Russell Howard's Home Time
Episode 3Russell Howard chats to US comic Michelle Wolf, cyclist Geraint Thomas, and rapper Lady Leshurr.
Taskmaster
Series 3, Episode 3 - Little Polythene Grief CaveAs the series reaches its midway point, Greg Davies's onslaught of tasks don't get any easier. When Al Murray is confronted with an eggcup he goes to extreme lengths to maximise his point potential and Sara Pascoe takes a simple loaf of bread, a few balloons and swiftly becomes one of the greatest sporting minds of our time.
Breeders
Series 1, Episode 7 - No ExitIt's half term and Luke is responsible for taking Lenny the class bear on an adventure. Lenny has been to Italy, Peru and beyond, but Paul can't even manage to get the family and the godforsaken bear out of the house to the local park.
Utterly Outrageous Comedy
Episode 2 - Celebrity & PoliticsJennifer Saunders narrates a look at the most shocking and outlandish comedy ever seen on TV. Clips come from Dame Edna's show, Shooting Stars, Mrs Merton and Extras. Plus, Harry Enfield, Ali G, the Pub Landlord and The Day Today.
Lee Evans: Roadrunner
TV broadcast of Lee Evans's 2011 stand-up show and release, Roadrunner.
The Cockfields
Series 1, Episode 2It's Saturday, the family visit Aunty Rose in the nursing home and have a nose at Alan Titchmarsh's house. Back home, Donna risks everything by suggesting she makes the tea to give Sue a break.
Up For It
Series 2, Episode 3 - BikesThe comedians attempt Teppanyaki cooking and compete in a bicycle time trial.
Brassic
Series 1, Episode 2In the second chapter of this Lancashire odyssey the boys plan a heist at a strip club, but when things go awry they find their escape route is blocked by a colossal fatberg. Better get digging.
Peep Show
Series 5, Episode 1 - BurglingMark rediscovers single life after his disastrous wedding to Sophie, and he and Jeremy become victims of crime.
Comedy Against Living Miserably
Episode 1Joel Dommett is joined by John Robins, Judi Love and Kiri Pritchard-McLean for a night of live comedy.
Soho Theatre Live
Episode 2 - Nish KumarNish Kumar discusses the woes of his pun-able name, that awkward time he saw the film Shame with his father and his innate inability to do sports as a kid.
Romesh Ranganathan: Irrational Live
TV edit of Romesh Ranganathan's stand-up DVD.
Peep Show
Series 5, Episode 2 - Spin WarMark and Sophie return to work after their non-existent honeymoon and Mark tries to deflect the inevitable bad PR attached to a jilter. Meanwhile, Jeremy and Super Hans's band play their first gig.
Stand Up Central
Series 1, Episode 5Russell talks masturbation in the cinema, uniform dating, and answers questions on cannabis and super powers. His guests are Katherine Ryan and Daniel Simonsen.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 6, Episode 5Andy Hamilton, Gabby Logan, Dr Christian Jessen and Diane Parish join Rob, Lee and David.
Bottom
Series 2, Episode 3 - BurglaryHaving gone out for fish and chips, Eddie returns hours later, paralytic. Just as Richie's got him into bed, they hear a burglar downstairs.
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 4, Episode 4Having looked at over 60 news channels from across the world, read over 140 newspapers and watched over 1000 clips since last week, the Good News team are back to share the funniest things they've found.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Episode 14Sean Lock and Bill Bailey take on special guest captain Joe Wilkinson with Isy Suttie. Susie Dent is joined by Joe Lycett.
Peep Show
A selection of epsodes from the fourth and fifth series of the Mitchell and Webb sitcom.
Don't Hate The Playaz
Series 2, Episode 2Maya Jama, Sabrina Washington and London Hughes go up against Lady Leshurr, Sophie Duker and Ms Banks in another rap and hip-hop battle.
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 3, Episode 8Russell Howard gives his take on some of the key stories of the week as well as highlighting some of the more overlooked items that have caught his eye during his forensic trawl through newspapers, websites, TV and radio shows.
Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the second series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
Roast Battle
Series 1, Episode 5Love Island takes on I'm A Celeb with Iain Stirling vs Joel Dommett, also Paul Chowdhry vs Fin Taylor.
Feel Good
Series 1, Episode 4Mae finds out that her parents are visiting the UK but haven't thought to tell her. They're in Blackpool, scattering the cat's ashes.
Duck Quacks Don't Echo
Series 5, Episode 5This week's guests are Danny Baker, Roisin Conaty and Jack Dee.
Roast Battle
Series 1, Episode 6Featuring a battle between father and son Mark Steel and Elliot Steel, also Jayde Adams vs. Alex Edelman.
Red Dwarf
Series XII, Episode 5 - M-CorpWhen the Dwarfers upload the latest software update they discover the Jupiter Mining Corporation, owners of Red Dwarf, have been bought by M Corp - a company that only allows products made by them to be visible to their employees.
CelebAbility
Series 2, Episode 1The guests in this opener are Jennifer Metcalfe, James Argent, Marcel Sommerville, Paisley Billings and Jordan Davies.
Bottom
Series 2, Episode 3 - BurglaryHaving gone out for fish and chips, Eddie returns hours later, paralytic. Just as Richie's got him into bed, they hear a burglar downstairs.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 20, Episode 4Rob Beckett is joined by Krishnan Guru-Murthy and comedian Phil Wang, while Aisling Bea's team is Gabby Logan and comedian Rosie Jones.
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 4, Episode 2Russell once again gives his upbeat and entertaining take on some of the key news stories of the week.
Outside Edge
Series 3, Episode 1It's a momentous day for the Brent Park Cricket Club as the team prepare for the opening ceremony of their new pitch and pavilion.
Red Dwarf
Series X, Episode 2 - Fathers & SunsEvery year Lister sends himself a Father's Day card to celebrate the fact that he is his own father. However, when Rimmer points out he's been a lousy father to himself, Lister decides to do something about it.
My Hero
Series 2, Episode 2 - GirlfriendDisaster strikes at the heart of Thermoman's domestic bliss when his long-lost fiancée, Xil, arrives from Ultron. Janet is horrified to learn that George is bound by Ultron law to marry Xil, but she is determined not to lose her man. George's cunning plans to dissuade Xil don't work, neither do Janet's woman-to-woman powers of persuasion. All seems lost, until Janet makes a discovery...
Stand Up Central
Series 1, Episode 6Russell talks weird people, twerking, Geordie Shore, and answers questions on the Yorkshire accent and penis puppy. His guests are Andrew Maxwell and Phil Wang.