British Comedy Guide

Television

TV schedule Wednesday 29th April 2020

U&Dave channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Taskmaster. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Alex Horne. Copyright: Avalon Television

Taskmaster

Series 4, Episode 6 - Spatchcock It

Alex Horne supervises the tasks as Mel Giedroyc's good nature is tested to its limits, Joe Lycett shows no mercy to a cute little camel and Hugh Dennis risks it all in a seemingly simple sleeping bag challenge.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:20pm (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 4, Episode 1 - The Path Of True Love

Marlene has become fed up with her husband's inattention, and fears that their relationship is nearing its end. She seeks the help of a local marriage guidance counsellor, which proves so successful that she ends up throwing Boycie out, but the parting gives them both time to consider their lives.

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

Only Fools And Horses

Series 4, Episode 7 - As One Door Closes

Del's skint again and his latest deal has fallen through, but Rodney discovers a rare butterfly which will solve all of their financial problems.

U&Dave channel logo 7pm (repeat)
Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (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

Series 5, Episode 5 - The Desperate Drive Of Corporal Jones

When the platoon go on an exercise, Jones and Godfrey make a mistake with the map reference and send half of the men to the wrong spot. The spot that Mainwaring goes to just happens to be the target for some 25-pounders.

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

Would I Lie To You?

Series 8, Episode 6

David Mitchell and guest team captain Greg Davies are joined by Gareth Malone OBE, Amanda Abbington, Richard Osman, and Phill Jupitus.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
Rob And Romesh Vs. Image shows from L to R: Rob Beckett, Romesh Ranganathan. Copyright: CPL Productions

Rob And Romesh Vs

Series 1, Episode 2 - The NFL

As Super Bowl fever takes over the world, Rob and Romesh go on a mission to learn all about America's best loved sport.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20pm (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

Series 5, Episode 6 - If The Cap Fits....

Frazer is becoming increasingly troublesome, so Mainwaring tries to solve the problem by temporarily promoting him to the rank of captain. The plan soon backfires when a visitor mistakes Frazer for Mainwaring.

U&Dave channel logo 8:20pm (repeat)
Insert Name Here. Image shows from L to R: Kate Williams, Danny Baker, Josh Widdicombe, Gabby Logan, Sue Perkins, Richard Osman, Adil Ray

Insert Name Here

Series 2, Episode 2 - Alex

Host Sue Perkins and captains Richard Osman and Josh Widdicombe are joined by Danny Baker, Gabby Logan, Adil Ray and Kate Williams to compete to earn the right to decide the greatest ever bearer of the name Alex.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (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

Series 1, Episode 3

It's Sunday evening and Nana's been round all day. Whilst Denise has her wedding dress fitted, Dave, Jim and Antony are relegated to the kitchen - but nothing'll stop them watching The Antiques Roadshow.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Johnny Vegas, Sandi Toksvig, Jimmy Carr, Ronni Ancona. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series N, Episode 13 - Naval Navigation

With Ronni Ancona, Jimmy Carr and Johnny Vegas.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Tim (Tim Vine), Lee (Lee Mack), Kate (Megan Dodds). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 1, Episode 1 - Serious

Lee tries to find his serious side by going on a date with an author.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
Mister Winner. Image shows from L to R: Jemma Smith (Lucy Pearman), Chris Smith (Shaun Williamson)

Mister Winner

Episode 6 - The Wedding

The wedding day is finally here. They're getting married at a castle in the countryside - all Leslie has to do is get there on time, in one piece, and not ruin anything.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Meet The Richardsons. Image shows from L to R: Bernie Clifton, Lucy (Lucy Beaumont)

Meet The Richardsons

Series 1, Episode 1

Lucy wants Jon to appear on All Star Mr And Mrs, but he's not keen. She also decides to host big birthday party for their young daughter: again, Jon's against the idea, but is eventually convinced by a family friend.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm (repeat)
Plebs. Image shows from L to R: Grumio (Ryan Sampson), Stylax (Joel Fry), Marcus (Tom Rosenthal). Copyright: RISE Films

Plebs

Series 2, Episode 3 - The Baby

While doing the recycling, Grumio finds a baby behind the bins and takes it home to raise as his own. Stylax uses it to strike up a relationship with an attractive young wet nurse. Meanwhile, Marcus tries to avoid seeing Cynthia's painfully boring one-woman play.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Harriet Kemsley

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 15 (Channel 4: Series 16), Episode 5

Jimmy Carr hosts as Sean Lock and Phil Wang take on guest captain Alan Carr and Harriet Kemsley. Plus David O'Doherty and Joe Wilkinson join Countdown regulars Susie Dent and Rachel Riley.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
Code 404. DI John Major (Daniel Mays)

Code 404

Series 1, Episode 1

Detective John Major is killed after a failed sting operation, but the Met brings him back from the dead as part of an experimental artificial intelligence project. Major immediately goes on the hunt for his killer, dragging his still shocked partner and best friend Roy Carver along for the ride.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Tim (Tim Vine), Lee (Lee Mack), Kate (Megan Dodds). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 1, Episode 2 - Death

Tim's grandmother dies, bringing him and Kate closer together, much to Lee's concern.

BBC Two 10:30pm (repeat)
Nick Helm: The Killing Machine. Sam Miller (Nick Helm)

Nick Helm: The Killing Machine

Comedy pilot in which Nick Helm plays a wannabe boxer, in training with Lloyd Everitt.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10:30pm (repeat)
Plebs. Image shows from L to R: Grumio (Ryan Sampson), Stylax (Joel Fry), Marcus (Tom Rosenthal). Copyright: RISE Films

Plebs

Series 2, Episode 4 - The Patron

Grumio falls ill after eating an apple on the loo. Marcus refuses to pay for his medical treatment, preferring instead to go with Cynthia's remedy of candlelight and prayer. Stylax strikes up a rapport with rich nobleman Gaius, who agrees to fund his charioteering career.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10:30pm (repeat)
Breeders. Image shows from L to R: Paul (Martin Freeman), Ally (Daisy Haggard). Copyright: Avalon Television

Breeders

Series 1, Episode 8 - No Honeymoon

Paul attempts to focus on his upcoming wedding but is constantly thwarted by his family; Ally is distracted by work, Luke is misbehaving at school and Leah doesn't understand why they are even bothering to get married.

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
Taskmaster. Alex Horne. Copyright: Avalon Television

Taskmaster

Series 4, Episode 7 - No Stars For Naughty Boys

Taskmaster Greg Davies and loyal assistant Alex Horne watch with surprise and sometimes despair as Hugh Dennis wields a blade - again, Noel Fielding can't understand German and Mel Giedroyc destroys a mannequin.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:45pm
In My Skin. Bethan (Gabrielle Creevy)

In My Skin

Series 1, Episode 5

Bethan tries to derail manipulative Poppy's attempt at becoming Head Girl by standing against her in the election. Travis remains loyal and after a big apology from Bethan, Lydia also rallies around and turns up to show her support.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell), Dobby (Isy Suttie), Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 8, Episode 1 - Jeremy Therapised

Channel 4's longest-running, award-winning sitcom returns for a new series.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 11pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: James Corden, Andrew Flintoff, Jamie Redknapp, Jack Whitehall. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

US Road Trip 2.0, Out-takes - Unseen 2

Go behind the scenes of the boys' epic US adventure with a second helping of unseen footage. Packed with bloopers, wind-ups and behind-the-scenes banter, it features all the hilarious (and humiliating) moments you were never meant to see.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:15pm (repeat)
Peter Kay's Comedy Shuffle. Peter Kay. Copyright: Goodnight Vienna Productions

Peter Kay's Comedy Shuffle

Series 4, Episode 5

This week, the celebration of over 20 years of Peter Kay continues with a special appearance from Paddy McGuinness, whilst Peter sings on an Irish chat show.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:35pm (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell), Dobby (Isy Suttie), Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 8, Episode 2 - Business Secrets Of The Pharaohs

Mark gets a lucky break when his book, Business Secrets of The Pharaohs, is accepted by a 'publisher'. And Jeremy, in an attempt to kick-start a career for himself, enrols on a life coaching course.

U&Dave channel logo 11:40pm (repeat)
Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit. Image shows from L to R: Sam Pamphilon, Phil Wang, Dara O Briain, Ellie Gibson, Katherine Ryan, Steve McNeil. Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit

Series 3, Episode 9

Katherine Ryan and Phil Wang play five video games; Rayman, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Time Crisis 5, Bee Bee Q and special endgame Let's Get Freddie To Rumble.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky Midnight (repeat)
Russell Howard's Home Time. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Home Time

Episode 6

Russell Howard chats to Stephen Merchant, care home manager Lucy Craig, and has music from Tom Grennan.

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