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British Comedy Guide

Television

TV schedule Friday 22nd May 2020

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:50pm
10 min
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 32 - Go Jet Academy: Lightning Bolt Blackout

An electrical storm strikes Academy Island, and the Go Jetters are trapped!

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

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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:20pm (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

Series 2, Episode 5 - Arkwright's Mobile Store

Arkwright proves his ambition by expanding the business... he buys an old ice-cream van.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (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 2, Episode 4 - Mother Earth

Beth's concern for animal welfare has far-reaching consequences for Winterdown Farm. Marlene's pursuit of a more holistic way of life proves to be crunch time for Boycie and something of an eye opener for Beth.

U&Dave channel logo 7pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Nish Kumar, David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Nikki Fox, Miles Jupp, Lee Mack, Joe Lycett. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 11, Episode 6

The guests on this episode are Nikki Fox, Miles Jupp, Nish Kumar and Joe Lycett.

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 7, Episode 5 - The Captain's Car

There is good news for the platoon: they are to welcome a French General and Mainwaring is to get a staff car - a Rolls-Royce, no less. It is decided to have the car camouflage-painted.

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

Would I Lie To You?

Series 11, Episode 7

The guests on this episode are Ade Edmondson, Claude Littner, Cariad Lloyd and Jordan Stephens.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 8pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Brigitte McKay (Daisy Donovan), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 1, Episode 4 - The Last Resort

For Susan's 40th birthday, Ben... or rather Janey... decides that he and Susan should go away for the weekend.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 8pm (repeat)
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph), Travis Stubbs (Charlie Quirke). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

Series 12, Episode 3 - Tombstone Blues

Sharon's disapproval of Tracey dating policeman Barry and apparently overlooking Garth's feelings for his dad lead to a major quarrel between the sisters. Is it one that Dorien, in her new role as Agony Aunt for Get-A-Life Magazine, can solve?

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 8pm
60 min
Joe Lycett's Got Your Back. Joe Lycett

Joe Lycett's Got Your Back

Series 2, Episode 7

This week, Joe exposes a dubious-sounding moneymaking scheme and becomes a big nuisance to nuisance callers. Celebrity guest Katherine Ryan brings some celebrity hype to a struggling local business, while reporter Mark Silcox investigates Black Friday deals.

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 8, Episode 1 - Ring Dem Bells

The platoon are to take part in a training film, but are horrified to learn that they are to play the Germans. There's also the issue of trying not to be seen in Nazi uniforms for fear of causing a panic.

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

QI

Series B, Episode 2 - Birds

With Phil Kay, Rich Hall and Jo Brand.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 8:30pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lee (Lee Mack), Lucy (Sally Bretton)

Not Going Out

Series 10, Episode 2 - Holiday Share

Can Lee and Lucy's friendship with Toby and Anna survive a long weekend in a damp cottage in the New Forest?

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 3, Christmas Special - The Royle Family At Christmas

It's Christmas Day, and Baby David's first birthday. It's also the Royles' first opportunity to meet Emma's parents, who leave Jim with a sour taste in the mouth. However, an unexpected present soon puts a smile back on his hairy face.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9pm
30 min
Have I Got News For You. Image shows left to right: Ian Hislop, Paul Merton. Credit: Matt Crockett

Have I Got News For You

Series 59, Episode 8

Charlie Brooker guest hosts the satirical current affairs quiz, with regular team captains Ian Hislop and Paul Merton joined by Mark Steel and Hannah Fry to poke fun at the week's events.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Felicity Ward, Dara O Briain, Mo Gilligan. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 14, Episode 2 - Dara O Briain, Felicity Ward, Mo Gilligan

This week's episode is hosted by the quick witted host of BBC's Mock The Week Dara O Briain, as he introduces the wonderful Australian comic Felicity Ward and viral internet sensation Mo Gilligan to the stage.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 9pm (repeat)
The World's End. Image shows from L to R: Andy Knight (Nick Frost), Gary King (Simon Pegg), Oliver (Martin Freeman). Copyright: STUDIOCANAL / Working Title Films

The World's End

Sci-fi comedy film about five friends attempting to recreate a legendary pub crawl, but the future looks rather bleak for both them and the world.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm (repeat)
Car Share. Image shows from L to R: Kayleigh Kitson (Sian Gibson), John Redmond (Peter Kay). Copyright: Goodnight Vienna Productions

Car Share

Series 1, Episode 2

Due to an unfortunate event at work John and Kayleigh are required to take the morning off, but as a result they manage to get to know each other a little bit better.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Lee (Lee Mack), Daisy (Katy Wix), Tim (Tim Vine). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 4, Episode 1 - Drugs

After a night spent out clubbing, Tim returns to the flat wearing the wrong coat, and convinces Lee to help him return it to its owner.

Channel 5 logo 10pm (repeat)
When Comedy Goes Horribly Wrong

When Comedy Goes Horribly Wrong

Clip show in which Julian Clary looks at some comedy performances that didn't go to plan.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
40 min
Big Zuu's Big Eats. Image shows from L to R: Big Zuu, Rosie Jones. Copyright: Boomerang

Big Zuu's Big Eats

Series 1, Episode 2 - Rosie Jones

Zuu is off to Portsmouth to cook the perfect post performance meal for comedian Rosie Jones - including fresh fish and chips just like her Nanna made.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
60 min
The Last Leg. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Adam Hills, Alex Brooker

The Last Leg

The Last Leg: Locked Down Under, Episode 3

Adam, Alex and Josh return to look over another week's news, social media and events, with guests Sarah Millican, Jamali Maddix and The Horne Section.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm
40 min
Redknapp's Home Fixture. Image shows from L to R: Harry Redknapp, Jamie Redknapp, Tom Davis

Redknapp's Home Fixture

Episode 3

James Maddison, James Haskell, Alex Scott and Niall Horan dial in to the entertainment show.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:15pm (repeat)
Ricky & Ralf's Very Northern Road Trip. Image shows from L to R: Ricky Tomlinson, Ralf Little. Copyright: North One Television

Ricky & Ralf's Very Northern Road Trip

Episode 2

The duo explore the beauty of Cumbria's Lakes, taking in some of the most famously breath-taking scenery in the British Isles.

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
Taskmaster. Image shows from L to R: Tim Vine, Alex Horne. Copyright: Avalon Television

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.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:45pm
40 min
The Graham Norton Show. Graham Norton. Credit: So Television, Christopher Baines

The Graham Norton Show

Series 27, Episode 7 - Katy Perry, Steve Carell, Dakota Johnson, Alan Carr, John Legend

Katy Perry talks about her pregnancy; Steve Carell says his new series mirrors real life; Alan Carr reveals that living on a farm isn't quite what he imagined; Dakota Johnson talks about playing an underdog; and John Legend performs live.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm (repeat)
The 11 O'Clock Show. Iain Lee

The 11 O'Clock Show

Da Best of Ali G: A chance to see some of the comedy character's most memorable interviews from The 11 O'Clock Show, plus a special guided tour of his home town, including visits to all the "Berkshire Massive" hangouts. Topics for discussion vary from devolution to the Church, Northern Ireland to class science, and the welfare state to royalty.

BBC One Wales. Copyright: BBC 11:15pm
30 min
Stand-Up Sesh. Image shows from L to R: Leila Navabi, Ignacio Lopez

Stand-Up Sesh

Quick-fire comedy from some of Wales's funniest young stand-ups.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20pm (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 3, Christmas Special - The Royle Family At Christmas

It's Christmas Day, and Baby David's first birthday. It's also the Royles' first opportunity to meet Emma's parents, who leave Jim with a sour taste in the mouth. However, an unexpected present soon puts a smile back on his hairy face.

U&Dave channel logo 11:40pm (repeat)
Judge Romesh. Copyright: Hungry Bear Media

Judge Romesh

Series 2, Episode 11

A spurned spouse tries to get access to his dog-obsessed wife. And a sword swallower tries to resolve his issues with a blindfolded fire juggler.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 11:40pm (repeat)
Rob And Romesh Vs. Image shows from L to R: Kevin Pietersen, Rob Beckett, Romesh Ranganathan. Copyright: CPL Productions

Rob And Romesh Vs

Series 2, Episode 3 - Cricket: South Africa

The pair head off to Cape Town to follow the England cricket team on their first meaningful tour since they were crowned world champions.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:55pm (repeat)
All Round To Mrs. Brown's. Image shows from L to R: Gloria Hunniford, Mrs Brown (Brendan O'Carroll), Geri Halliwell

All Round To Mrs. Brown's

Series 2, Episode 4

Agnes and family are joined by Spice Girl Geri Horner and her mammy to talk reunions, while Gloria Hunniford looks back on her career. Plus Nigel Havers provides an acting masterclass and Foley's gets ready for a memorable night with reggae giants UB40 featuring Ali, Astro and Mickey.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV Midnight (repeat)
Green Wing. Image shows from L to R: Guy Secretan (Stephen Mangan), Caroline Todd (Tamsin Greig), Mac Macartney (Julian Rhind-Tutt). Copyright: Talkback Productions

Green Wing

A selection of episodes from the first series of the surreal hospital sitcom.

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