British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Television

TV schedule Wednesday 8th July 2020

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (repeat)
Only When I Laugh. Image shows from L to R: Dr. Gordon Thorpe (Richard Wilson), Roy Figgis (James Bolam), Norman Binns (Christopher Strauli), Archie Glover (Peter Bowles). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

Only When I Laugh

Series 1, Episode 4 - The Man With The Face

Archie's lothario-like tendencies are coming back to haunt him when he's convinced he's being stalked by a Greek madman for besmirching his fiancée...

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:20am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 3, Episode 5 - More About Rolling

A man is putting a poster up on a billboard. The Twirlywoos help the man by rolling the strips of the poster out of the van.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:50am (repeat)
Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Series 1, Episode 18 - Timmy Needs A Bath

After a game of football, muddy Timmy is determined not to have a bath.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:10am (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 1, Episode 1 - New Faces, Old Hands

It's New Year's Day, and Fletch enters Slade Prison, along with two fellow prisoners, returning resident Heslop and new boy Godber. Fletch introduces Godber to the ways of survival inside - "little victories" over the warders and other staff - although his scheming doesn't quite have the desired effect.

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

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 31 - The Fangtom Menace

Pieface's first sleepover in the den is troubled by spooky tales of a frightening Fangtom and Walter turning up with a demolition gang determined to flatten the den!

Talking Pictures TV 7:30am (repeat)
The Cuckoo Patrol

The Cuckoo Patrol

Freddie & The Dreamers, Kenneth Connor, Victor Maddern, John Le Mesurier and Arthur Mullard star in the story of a troop of scout misfits.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:30am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 16 - Mount Etna, Italy

Grandmaster Glitch makes popcorn in Mount Etna, blocking the volcano and endangering the farms on its slopes.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:45am (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, Episode 1 - But Is It Art?

When Bryan and Elgin suffer a housing crisis Boycie and Marlene offer them sanctuary, but Boycie's benevolence towards his workers brings an unexpected reward of immortality.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:55am (repeat)
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 2, Episode 21 - Gripping Yarn

Bob, or Big Bad Robo Wolf, showing just how bad he is, locks Ra-Purl-Zel in the castle tower.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20am (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, Episode 2 - The Lonely Herdsman

When Marlene drags Boycie and Tyler to visit her mother Dora, the battle lines are drawn. Back at the farm, Bryan tries his hand at poetry to stop him feeling lonely whilst Mrs Cakeworthy surfs the net to help him find a solution.

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 3, Episode 3 - Cake Factory

Things turn messy when Robert invents a cake-making machine. Guest starring Katy Ashworth.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9am (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Hustler

Gambling fever has hit Slade - subjects include the number of bricks in a cell, and the number of eggs laid by the hens on the prison farm. Fletch has organised a big game in a secret location, but will anyone actually win?

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 9:05am (repeat)
Bless This House. Image shows from L to R: Jean Abbott (Diana Coupland), Sid Abbott (Sid James), Mike Abbott (Robin Stewart), Sally Abbott (Sally Geeson). Copyright: Thames Television

Bless This House

Series 4, Episode 3 - Who's Minding The Baby?

An impatient Sid accidentally agrees to look after baby Dominic whilst Trevor and Betty head off for a couple of days' break. But after a night of screaming no one's feeling their best, and Sid takes the little one out for a walk...

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 9:15am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 1, Episode 2 - Bury My Half At Waltham Green

Arthur farms out Terry's services to a newly-released con. Unfortunately for Terry he's none-too-bright, and has some old associates really rather keen on getting back in touch.

CITV 9:25am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated version of the Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.

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

Twirlywoos

Series 3, Episode 6 - More About In And Out

The Stop-Go Car visits the Twirlywoos. It drives in to Peekaboo's house and then out again. The Stop-Go Car does this over and over again until Peekaboo decides he has had enough and sends the Stop-Go Car out.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 9:35am (repeat)
Bless This House. Image shows from L to R: Jean Abbott (Diana Coupland), Sid Abbott (Sid James), Mike Abbott (Robin Stewart), Sally Abbott (Sally Geeson). Copyright: Thames Television

Bless This House

Series 4, Episode 4 - A Beef In His Bonnet

Attempting to shift his old car, Sid gets stung by a case of mistaken identity and is short-changed by a criminal friend of Mike's. When court summonses and legal bills start flooding in the family tell Sid not to worry, but soon there's a Detective Sergeant at the front door.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40am (repeat)
Are You Being Served?. Image shows from L to R: Mrs. Betty Slocombe (Mollie Sugden), Miss Shirley Brahms (Wendy Richard), Mr. Dick Lucas (Trevor Bannister), Mr. Cuthbert Rumbold (Nicholas Smith), Mr. Mash (Larry Martyn), Mr. Ernest Grainger (Arthur Brough), Mr. Wilberforce Humphries (John Inman), Captain Stephen Peacock (Frank Thornton). Copyright: BBC

Are You Being Served?

Series 5, Episode 5 - Take-over

The staff plot to prevent a take-over of Grace Brothers by a rival store by infiltrating a shareholder's meeting to stack the vote.

ITVBe 9:55am (repeat)
Sooty. Richard (Richard Cadell). Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 8 - Easter Time

It's Easter at the park and Richard is in charge of the annual egg hunt. But with Sooty hiding the eggs and Sweep making the hot cross buns, will their plans for a happy Easter be scrambled?

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 10:10am (repeat)
That's My Boy. Image shows from L to R: Ida Willis (Mollie Sugden), Robert Price (Christopher Blake), Angie Price (Jennifer Lonsdale). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

That's My Boy

Series 1, Episode 6 - Think Thin

There is a feeling of over-indulgence in the household and Robert thinks that not only should he and Angie go on a diet, but Ida should join them!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20am (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 episodes from the 30th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

Talking Pictures TV 11:05am (repeat)
Curtain Up. Image shows from L to R: Jerry Winterton (Michael Medwin), Avis (Joan Rice). Copyright: Rank Organisation / ITV Studios

Curtain Up

A provincial theatre repertory company is thrown into disarray by a new play.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 12:15pm (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 3, Episode 3 - Waffle The Guest

Waffle tries to be a purr-fect house guest for Mrs Hobbs but he misses the Brooklyn-Bells.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason), Grandad (Lennard Pearce). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 2, Episode 6 - It Never Rains....

When Del arranges a holiday in the Benidorm sun, he and Rodney are tempted to leave Grandad at home - but he soon has a change of heart and has an extra bed put in their hotel room. All's well in Spain - until the old man is arrested!

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 12:25pm (repeat)
Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Series 3, Episode 8 - Ballerina Timmy

Timmy is enthralled by Mittens's new music box, which has a splendid ballerina on top.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Hustler

Gambling fever has hit Slade - subjects include the number of bricks in a cell, and the number of eggs laid by the hens on the prison farm. Fletch has organised a big game in a secret location, but will anyone actually win?

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:30pm (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 3, Episode 7 - More About Stretching

The Twirlywoo Screen entertains with something long, green and stretchy, and the Quacky Birds are all of a flap.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:40pm (repeat)
Are You Being Served?. Image shows from L to R: Mrs. Betty Slocombe (Mollie Sugden), Miss Shirley Brahms (Wendy Richard), Mr. Dick Lucas (Trevor Bannister), Mr. Cuthbert Rumbold (Nicholas Smith), Mr. Mash (Larry Martyn), Mr. Ernest Grainger (Arthur Brough), Mr. Wilberforce Humphries (John Inman), Captain Stephen Peacock (Frank Thornton). Copyright: BBC

Are You Being Served?

Series 5, Episode 5 - Take-over

The staff plot to prevent a take-over of Grace Brothers by a rival store by infiltrating a shareholder's meeting to stack the vote.

CITV 1:55pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

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

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 2pm (repeat)
Comedy Legends. Joan Rivers. Copyright: Shutterstock

Comedy Legends

Series 1, Episode 3 - Joan Rivers

Barry Cryer looks back on the life and career of Joan Rivers, whose cutting wit and sarcasm left an indelible mark on the comedy world.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:20pm (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, Episode 2 - The Lonely Herdsman

When Marlene drags Boycie and Tyler to visit her mother Dora, the battle lines are drawn. Back at the farm, Bryan tries his hand at poetry to stop him feeling lonely whilst Mrs Cakeworthy surfs the net to help him find a solution.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason), Grandad (Lennard Pearce). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 2, Episode 6 - It Never Rains....

When Del arranges a holiday in the Benidorm sun, he and Rodney are tempted to leave Grandad at home - but he soon has a change of heart and has an extra bed put in their hotel room. All's well in Spain - until the old man is arrested!

CITV 3pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated version of the Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 22 - Dark Side Of The Mouse

If being zapped with a mind-controlling Mindzooka ray by a couple of D-list villains wasn't bad enough, Danger Mouse's shame goes viral thanks to a series of embarrassing videos of our brainwashed hero.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:25pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 31 - The Fangtom Menace

Pieface's first sleepover in the den is troubled by spooky tales of a frightening Fangtom and Walter turning up with a demolition gang determined to flatten the den!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:35pm (repeat)
Sketchy Comedy

Sketchy Comedy

Episode 10

A bunch of bananas, door handle, fridge and tortilla are among the items get the Sketchy treatment.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:40pm (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 episodes from the 30th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 3:45pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 1, Episode 3 - The Smaller They Are...

When an old friend comes asking for help with tale of a large stash of stolen money, Arthur is only too happy to volunteer his and Terry's services. Unfortunately, the previous owners are keen to reclaim their cash.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:35pm (repeat)
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 7 - Princess Purl's Big Sleep

Naughty fairies Zipsy and Popsy have put a spell on Princess Purl so that she sleeps for a gazillion years.

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

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 17 - Table Mountain, South Africa

Glitch wants to ski, so the grimbots give Table Mountain a snowy peak, which threatens its rare plants.

Talking Pictures TV 5pm (repeat)
Catweazle. Catweazle (Geoffrey Bayldon). Copyright: London Weekend Television

Catweazle

Series 2, Episode 13 - The Thirteenth Sign

Children's fantasy comedy drama series.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:15pm (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 4, Episode 4 - Waffle Is A Listening Dog

Waffle tries to impress on his first day as a listening dog at school.

U&Drama channel logo 5:20pm (repeat)
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph), Tracey Stubbs (Linda Robson). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

Series 5, Episode 3 - Non Starter

Sharon persuades Tracey to teach her to drive. Darryl and Chris are due to be moved to a less high secrity prison.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:40pm (repeat)
Are You Being Served?. Image shows from L to R: Mrs. Betty Slocombe (Mollie Sugden), Miss Shirley Brahms (Wendy Richard), Mr. Dick Lucas (Trevor Bannister), Mr. Cuthbert Rumbold (Nicholas Smith), Mr. Mash (Larry Martyn), Mr. Ernest Grainger (Arthur Brough), Mr. Wilberforce Humphries (John Inman), Captain Stephen Peacock (Frank Thornton). Copyright: BBC

Are You Being Served?

Series 5, Episode 5 - Take-over

The staff plot to prevent a take-over of Grace Brothers by a rival store by infiltrating a shareholder's meeting to stack the vote.

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Waiting For God. Image shows from L to R: Diana Trent (Stephanie Cole), Tom Ballard (Graham Crowden). Copyright: BBC

Waiting For God

Series 1, Episode 5

Jane's found God, and whilst Tom's perfectly happy to join her, Diana is far from amused. Her day is about to get worse, however, as Harvey takes the opportunity to replace Jane with a stern German matron, who immediately sets about having Diana evicted!

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

Taskmaster

Series 9, Episode 7 - A Cuddle

Alex Horne lures all five competitors to a remote wasteland for a challenge involving eggs and medical equipment. Meanwhile, David Baddiel spray-paints his face, Rose Matafeo sculpts some vegetables and Jo Brand reveals her stunning psychic superpowers.

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 3, Episode 2 - The Lonely Herdsman

When Marlene drags Boycie and Tyler to visit her mother Dora, the battle lines are drawn. Back at the farm, Bryan tries his hand at poetry to stop him feeling lonely whilst Mrs Cakeworthy surfs the net to help him find a solution.

U&Drama channel logo 6:40pm (repeat)
'Allo 'Allo!. Image shows from L to R: Edith Melba Artois (Carmen Silvera), René François Artois (Gorden Kaye), Yvette Carte-Blanche (Vicki Michelle). Copyright: BBC

'Allo 'Allo!

Series 1, Episode 2 - Pigeon Post

Messenger pigeons are sent for when the Captain and the Colonel need new uniforms; the only way to get them without arousing too much suspicion is to put an order in at Saville Row!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:55pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason), Grandad (Lennard Pearce). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

A selection of three episodes from the David Jason sitcom.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:55pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Gemma Whelan

Horrible Histories

Series 7, Episode 12 - Deadly Dynasties

A look at the deadliest dynasties and how they came to, and then held on, to power.

U&Drama channel logo 7:20pm (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

Series 15, Episode 5 - Stop That Bath

Compo, Clegg and Foggy find that, for once, Howard has a cast iron excuse for being out without permission.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:25pm (repeat)
Hank Zipzer. Image shows from L to R: Hank Zipzer (Nick James), Mr Rock (Henry Winkler)

Hank Zipzer

Series 2, Episode 2 - No Room For Two

It's Friday afternoon and tomorrow Hank will be in charge of the coolest stall at the school fair - this weekend is going to be amazing! Except Emily's room is being redecorated and she will be sleeping in with Hank until it's done. Plus she's bringing Katherine with her. Maybe this weekend won't be so amazing after all.

CITV 7:35pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 1 - A Starfish Called Gareth

The Spuds take the camper van on holiday, and end up at the bottom of the sea. Dave has to resort to a resourceful solution to get help.

U&Dave channel logo 7:40pm (repeat)
QI Titles. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series E, Episode 3 - Eating

With Phill Jupitus, Johnny Vegas and Jimmy Carr.

CITV 7:50pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 2 - Donkey

Dave rescues an endangered donkey from the docks. Hiding it in the camper van, things take a turn when the donkey eats Gran's glasses.

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

QI

Series E, Episode 6 - Everything, Etc.

With Jeremy Clarkson, Clive Anderson and Vic Reeves.

U&Yesterday channel logo 9pm (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

A selection of episodes from the fourth series of the Only Fools and Horses spin-off.

Comedy Central 9pm (repeat)
Jason Manford Live: First World Problems. Jason Manford. Copyright: Channel X

Jason Manford Live: First World Problems

TV broadcast of Jason Manford's 2014 live stand-up DVD, First World Problems.

Comedy Central Extra 9pm
60 min version (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 7, Episode 4

Russell Howard returns to pore through another week's weird and wild news stories and international media events.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Jessica Fostekew, Darren Harriott, Stephen Bailey. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 15, Episode 4 - Darren Harriott, Jessica Fostekew, Stephen Bailey

Darren Harriott hosts the show recorded before a packed house at London's Hammersmith Apollo, warming up the audience and then introducing stand-up performances by Jessica Fostekew and Stephen Bailey.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 9pm (repeat)
Benidorm. Grenville Titcombe (Angus Deayton). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Benidorm

Series 8, Episode 5

Tiger and Joey take on a mountain challenge with little provisions - will they make it back in one piece? Romance is in the air at the Solana but Mateo could be in trouble when a violent stranger starts making enquiries about him at the hotel.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:45pm (repeat)
Bottom. Image shows from L to R: Richie Richard (Rik Mayall), Eddie Hitler (Adrian Edmondson). Copyright: BBC

Bottom

Series 2, Episode 6 - 'S Out

Following a bet with 'Mad' Ken Stalin that they can survive in the wilderness, Richie and Eddie head out to the wilds of Wimbledon Common and pitch a tent.

Comedy Central 10pm (repeat)
Russell Howard Live: Wonderbox. Russell Howard

Russell Howard Live: Wonderbox

A TV edit of Russell Howard's 2014 DVD.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 10pm (repeat)
Rab C. Nesbitt. Rab C. Nesbitt (Gregor Fisher). Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Rab C. Nesbitt

Series 4, Episode 2 - Mother

After sleeping rough in the streets, Rab is told by the police that his mother has died. Joe has moved out of Mary's house and run off with a young girl. At the funeral, Mary meets Rab and they get back together again.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Big Zuu's Big Eats. Image shows from L to R: Big Zuu, London Hughes. Copyright: Boomerang

Big Zuu's Big Eats

Series 1, Episode 8 - London Hughes

Grime artist and self-taught chef Big Zuu is in London's West End, Soho to cook for the comedian London Hughes. London has high standards, so Zuu will have to be on the top of his game!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20pm (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 4, Episode 7 - Playing Away

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

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

Taskmaster

Series 9, Episode 8 - Shaqinahat

All the key areas of entertainment are covered in this episode: slapstick, singing, dancing, balloons and, of course, throwing one thing into another thing. Ed Gamble dons a baby's bonnet, Katy Wix makes Alex Horne wince and Rose Matafeo does a spot of screaming.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10:45pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

European Road Trip, Episode 2

Freddie and Jamie race through the streets of Paris as they go wheel to wheel on its Formula E circuit.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm
60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Sara Pascoe, Kevin Bridges, Phill Jupitus. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 8, Episode 3 - Kevin Bridges, Sara Pascoe, Phill Jupitus

Kevin Bridges introduces stand-up from the world-famous Hammersmith Apollo. He is joined by Sara Pascoe and Phill Jupitus.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 11:20pm (repeat)
Scotland Unsolved. Image shows from L to R: DC Andrea McGill (Louise McCarthy), DC Megan Squire (Julie Wilson Nimmo). Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Scotland Unsolved

Episode 2

This episode sees the tecs getting their claws into Scotland's growing big cat phenomenon, sinking their teeth into a 1950s vampire sighting on Glasgow Green, and shining a spotlight on the creepy hauntings of His Majesty's Theatre in Aberdeen.

U&Dave channel logo 11:40pm (repeat)
QI Titles. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series E, Episode 8 - Eyes And Ears

With David Mitchell, Phill Jupitus and Jimmy Carr.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV Midnight (repeat)
Bottom. Image shows from L to R: Richie Richard (Rik Mayall), Eddie Hitler (Adrian Edmondson). Copyright: BBC

Bottom

Series 2, Episode 6 - 'S Out

Following a bet with 'Mad' Ken Stalin that they can survive in the wilderness, Richie and Eddie head out to the wilds of Wimbledon Common and pitch a tent.

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

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 8, Episode 5

Topical comedy show in which Russell Howard offers up an energetic look at global goings-on and finds his own uniquely upbeat angle on the news each week.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 12:05am (repeat)
Michael McIntyre's Big Show. Michael McIntyre. Copyright: Hungry McBear

Michael McIntyre's Big Show

Michael McIntyre's Big Laughs, Highlights Special

There are more amazing Send To Alls from Baby Spice Emma Bunton and football legend and pundit Robbie Savage. Singing sensation Kylie Minogue has a big surprise for some karaoke-singing audience members, in Kylie-oke! And Michael turns one audience member's grandpa into a social media star.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:15am (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Sara Pascoe

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 17 (Channel 4: Series 18), Episode 5

Sean Lock and Sara Pascoe take on special guest team captain Alan Carr and Tom Allen, while Rosie Jones joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner. Hosted by Jimmy Carr, with regular Countdown mathematician Rachel Riley looking after the numbers and letters.

U&Dave channel logo 12:20am (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Chris Addison, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 10, Episode 7

Miles Jupp, Carl Donnelly and Ava Vidal join Dara, Hugh, Andy and Chris.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40am (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 4, Episode 7 - Playing Away

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

U&Dave channel logo 12:55am (repeat)
QI. Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series B, Episode 4 - Bible

With Jeremy Hardy, Jeremy Clarkson and Barry Cryer.

Comedy Central Extra 1am (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

A selection of episodes from the third series of the satirical comedy.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20am
55 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Sara Pascoe, Kevin Bridges, Phill Jupitus. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 8, Episode 3 - Kevin Bridges, Sara Pascoe, Phill Jupitus

Kevin Bridges introduces stand-up from the world-famous Hammersmith Apollo. He is joined by Sara Pascoe and Phill Jupitus.

U&Dave channel logo 1:35am (repeat)
QI Titles. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series E, Episode 3 - Eating

With Phill Jupitus, Johnny Vegas and Jimmy Carr.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 1:50am (repeat)
CelebAbility. Image shows from L to R: Marek Larwood, Iain Stirling, Scarlett Moffatt. Copyright: Potato

CelebAbility

Series 3, Episode 5

Three friends take on Mark-Francis Vandelli, Harriet Kemsley, Lloyd Griffith and $noochie Shy.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 2am (repeat)
Duck Quacks Don't Echo. Lee Mack. Copyright: Magnum Media

Duck Quacks Don't Echo

Series 1, Episode 3

With Sue Perkins, Bob Mortimer and Aston Merrygold.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:15am (repeat)
Green Wing. Mac Macartney (Julian Rhind-Tutt). Copyright: Talkback Productions

Green Wing

Series 2, Episode 7

Martin wins £3,000 from a scratchcard and decides to spread his money amongst his friends. Sue discovers the truth about Holly and Mackenzie, Alan and Joanna begin to panic about their crime, Harriet brings her son Robbie into work and Guy admits to Caroline that he doesn't just like her, but that he "likes" her.

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Only When I Laugh

Series 1, Episode 5 - Let Them Eat Cake

The trio can stand the daily menu no longer and go on hunger strike. What they hadn't bargained for, however, was how hungry they would get...

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Sliced

Series 1, Episode 1

It's all change at Sliced, South London's premier low rent pizza parlour. Mario hires new girl Naomi, and Joshua encounters a rather challenging customer. Fellow driver Ricky to dreams up a sure-fire money-making scheme.

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A League Of Their Own

Series 14, Episode 4

Sports broadcaster Clare Balding takes to the field to babysit Jamie, Freddie and Romesh - so at least someone will know what they're talking about. Also joining the gang this week will be Rob Beckett, Chemmy Alcott and Harry Winks.

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Live At The Apollo

Series 15, Episode 4 - Darren Harriott, Jessica Fostekew, Stephen Bailey

Darren Harriott hosts the show recorded before a packed house at London's Hammersmith Apollo, warming up the audience and then introducing stand-up performances by Jessica Fostekew and Stephen Bailey.

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Smack The Pony

Series 1, Episode 7

The intricacies of approaching someone you fancy in the office. Intrusive thoughts continue to be a problem for one woman. And a shelf stacker slightly misinterprets the subtle art of shelf stacking.

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Father Ted

Series 2, Episode 4 - Old Grey Whistle Theft

The arrival of rebellious young priest Father Damien Lennon coincides with the theft of a whistle belonging to Mr Benson, the picnic area supervisor. Suspicion, however, falls upon Ted.

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