British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Television

TV schedule Thursday 23rd July 2020

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

Twirlywoos

Series 4, Episode 13 - More About Gone

Stop-motion preschool programme about the adventures of four inquisitive Twirlywoos.

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

Timmy Time

Series 3, Episode 22 - Timmy The Hero

After reading a superhero comic, Timmy is desperate to save the day. But his efforts are not always appreciated.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:05am (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 5 - Your Cheating Art

Marlene's doting mum Dora visits to help put a smile back on her grandson's face.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:15am
10 min
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 9 - Spud-U-Love

Paul the Potato is love-struck by the poster girl potato.

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

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 42 - Waitomo Glowworm Caves, New Zealand

It's Go Jetters glow when Glitch uses some glow worms for his disco pizzazz in New Zealand.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:35am (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 1, Episode 3

Hyacinth looks forward to soaking up a little culture at her favourite stately home, but first feels she must visit Daddy. Unfortunately, this week he thinks he's Captain Midnight!

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

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 10 - Brilliant Beach Circus

It's circus time on Faraway Island, and everyone can't wait to show off their amazing acts.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:05am (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 1, Episode 4

Hyacinth is at her wit's end, what with the charity shop, Councillor Nugent, Rose's love life - and Daddy's! Can she cope?

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 14 - The Wishing Wand

Justin and Robert get their hands on a magical wishing wand from Mac's backpack, but their wishes soon get out of control.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40am (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 6 - The Departed

Tyler is preparing for his first gig with his band, but he is worried he is going to ruin his credibility by turning up with mummy and daddy in tow. Meanwhile the staff spot a way to make a quick buck.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 8:45am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 4, Episode 3 - High Drains Pilferer

Terry has the misfortune to be driving for mobster Micky the Fish when his mistress's jewellery is stolen.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 9am (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 6, Episode 9 - Friends & Neighbours

Whilst Betty and Trevor are away on holiday, squatters take up residence in their home. On their return, the Lewises are understandably distressed, and Sid and Jean take them in.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:10am (repeat)
Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Series 3, Episode 25 - Timmy's Castle

After a fun playtime activity of making a model castle, Timmy wants to play at being a knight.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20am (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 3, Episode 6 - Final Stretch

Godber's case is coming up before the parole board, and with his clean record and his O Levels, he's sure to sail through it. Unless his feud with Jarvis - all brawn but little brain - escalates. Can he turn the other cheek, or has a man got to do what a man's got to do?

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

Mr Bean

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

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

Twirlywoos

Series 4, Episode 14 - More About Taller And Taller

Stop-motion preschool programme about the adventures of four inquisitive Twirlywoos.

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 6, Episode 10 - Well, Well, Well...

It's all hands to the pots and buckets when the sitting room unexpectedly springs a leak. Sid calls the water board for help, but soon finds a group of local archaeologists in residence.

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

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 23 - The Silent Movie

When Sooty accidentally destroys one of Richard's old films, the gang decide to replace it with one they've made themselves. But will it be good enough to impress Mr Slater's grandchildren?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10am (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 7, Episode 3 - The Apartment

Since her flat's been over-run by squatters and no one else will put her up, Mr. Grace allows Mrs. Slocombe to set up home in a vacant department on the top floor of the store. However, transport problems soon force the rest of the staff to beg her for a place for the night!

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 10:05am (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 3, Episode 2 - Baby Blues

The household is set into baby mode when Robert and Angie are informed they will be godparents to the newborn daughter of her cousin, Katie. Angie quickly becomes besotted with the little one, but Robert is still determined he doesn't want children yet.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40am (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 fourth series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

Talking Pictures TV 11:25am (repeat)
The Captain's Paradise. Image shows from L to R: Maud St. James (Celia Johnson), Captain Henry St. James (Alec Guinness). Copyright: STUDIOCANAL / London Films

The Captain's Paradise

The captain of a ferry between Gibraltar and Morocco has a woman in each port.

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

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 1, Episode 2 - Night Night, Waffle

The Brooklyn-Bells spend their first night together as a new family, only to be kept awake by Waffle, whose constant barking upsets Mrs Hobbs, their cat-obsessed neighbour.

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

Timmy Time

Series 2, Episode 15 - Timmy Bounces Back

Timmy and his friends are playing ball games, but Stripey just cannot get the hang of them.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40pm (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 1, Episode 2 - Museum Piece

The LDV are short of weapons, so Captain Mainwaring marches on the Museum of Historic Army Weapons, recently closed for the duration. There is an obstacle however; the museum's elderly caretaker, who just happens to be Jones's father.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:45pm (repeat)
Almost Never. Image shows from L to R: Harry (Harry Still), Nate (Nathaniel Dass), Oakley (Oakley Orchard). Copyright: Saltbeef TV

Almost Never

A selection of episodes from the first series of the musical children's sitcom.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 3, Episode 6 - Final Stretch

Godber's case is coming up before the parole board, and with his clean record and his O Levels, he's sure to sail through it. Unless his feud with Jarvis - all brawn but little brain - escalates. Can he turn the other cheek, or has a man got to do what a man's got to do?

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

Twirlywoos

Series 4, Episode 15 - More About Shorter And Shorter

Stop-motion preschool programme about the adventures of four inquisitive Twirlywoos.

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 animated children's comedy.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2pm (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 7, Episode 3 - The Apartment

Since her flat's been over-run by squatters and no one else will put her up, Mr. Grace allows Mrs. Slocombe to set up home in a vacant department on the top floor of the store. However, transport problems soon force the rest of the staff to beg her for a place for the night!

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 2pm (repeat)
Comedy Legends. Lucille Ball. Copyright: 3DD

Comedy Legends

Series 2, Episode 8 - Lucille Ball

Barry Cryer reflects on the life and career of American comedian Lucille Ball, who created the highly influential sitcom I Love Lucy with her husband Desi Arnaz.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:40pm (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 6 - The Departed

Tyler is preparing for his first gig with his band, but he is worried he is going to ruin his credibility by turning up with mummy and daddy in tow. Meanwhile the staff spot a way to make a quick buck.

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

Mr Bean

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

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:05pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 33 - Licence To Care

A mishap on a mission leaves Danger Mouse confused - why is Penfold not talking to him?

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 3:15pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 4, Episode 4 - Sorry Pal, Wrong Number

Arthur's new gambling venture involves Terry taking on the prestigious task of guarding three public telephone boxes.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20pm (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 3, Episode 3 - The Lion Has 'Phones

Mainwaring tries to improve communications amongst the platoon by giving lessons in using public telephone boxes. Their lessons are needed when a German plane crash lands into the local reservoir.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:20pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 9 - Spud-U-Love

Paul the Potato is love-struck by the poster girl potato.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 3:55pm (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 2, Episode 7 - Go Jump In The Fountain

Angie thinks that Robert is in need of letting his hair down a bit more so insists he goes on a night out with the boys. Her enthusiasm is short-lived when she finds out what he gets up to!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4pm (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 fourth series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:25pm (repeat)
Danny & Mick. Image shows from L to R: Mick (Mick Potts), Danny (Danny Adams). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Danny & Mick

Series 1, Episode 7 - White Wedding

With a wedding to organise, nothing can go wrong today. But Danny accidentally orders 10,000 toilet rolls and needs to hide them from the boss...

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

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 18 - Ahoy There

A game of beach volleyball is interrupted when a ball thrown by Bevel dislodges the gang's raft.

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

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 43 - Lake Retba, Senegal

The team gets all shook up when Glitch sucks up the pink water of Senegal's Milkshake Lake.

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

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 4, Episode 13 - Waffle Steals The Show

Doug, Ali and Mrs Hobbs all perform in the school show, but Evie nearly misses the finale.

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 6, Episode 1 - Not In My Back Yard

Sharon, Tracey and Dorien believe they will be living round the corner from royalty, when someone with children called Harry and William, and who is guarded by heavies moves into Chigwell.

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 2, Episode 9

Harvey's latest plan to placate and involve the residents involves a group of local youths. But, as ever, he has an ulterior motive in mind - namely the eviction of Diana.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (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 7, Episode 3 - The Apartment

Since her flat's been over-run by squatters and no one else will put her up, Mr. Grace allows Mrs. Slocombe to set up home in a vacant department on the top floor of the store. However, transport problems soon force the rest of the staff to beg her for a place for the night!

U&Dave channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Taskmaster. Image shows from L to R: Joe Wilkinson, Alex Horne

Taskmaster

Series 2, Episode 2 - Pork Is A Sausage

Nursery rhymes are the flavour of this episode and viewer discretion is advised for Jon Richardson's disturbing take on Three Blind Mice as he strives to create the perfect music video. Another stupefying task reveals just why Doc Brown isn't an egg man.

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 2, Episode 6 - Herr Flick's Revenge

Hans, René and the Colonel are imprisoned in Herr Flick's cellar in connection with the location of the various Fallen Madonna copies. Could their days be up? And will a cunning plan involving silk knickers finally get the airmen home?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:40pm (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 6 - The Departed

Tyler is preparing for his first gig with his band, but he is worried he is going to ruin his credibility by turning up with mummy and daddy in tow. Meanwhile the staff spot a way to make a quick buck.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:05pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Gemma Whelan, Ryan Sampson, Tom Stourton

Horrible Histories

Series 8, Episode 6 - Bizarre Beasts

Charles Darwin presents Yummy Planet, and some farting fish almost start a nuclear war!

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 16, Episode 7 - The Dewhirsts Of Ogleby Hall

Foggy learns that he may be an aristocrat.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20pm (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

A selection of three episodes from the Home Guard sitcom.

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

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 23 - Rat Pack

Dave wants to learn to play the drums at school, but is given the recorder. With a talent show around the corner, Dave gets practising.

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

QI

Series H, Episode 15 - Hypnotism, Hallucinations And Hysteria

With Robert Webb, Ronni Ancona and Phill Jupitus.

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

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 24 - Flea Man

Dave and Fuzzypeg the dog get dirty playing at the local dump, so dirty in fact that Fuzzypeg picks up an extremely grumpy flea.

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

QI

Series H, Episode 16 - History

With Rob Brydon, Sandi Toksvig and David Mitchell.

Comedy Central Extra 9pm
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 Two 9pm
30 min
QI. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Alan Davies, Sandi Toksvig, Shazia Mirza, Joe Lycett

QI

Series R, Episode 9 - Radioactive

Sandi Toksvig asks questions on the theme of radio this week, with Joe Lycett, Shazia Mirza, Josh Widdicombe and Alan Davies trying to come up with interesting answers - while avoiding the most obvious ones.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Chris McCausland, Dane Baptiste, Desiree Burch. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 13, Episode 5 - Dane Baptiste, Desiree Burch, Chris McCausland

Dane Baptiste introduces New York-born comic Desiree Burch and Liverpool funnyman Chris McCausland to the stage.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Smithy (James Corden), Pam (Alison Steadman), Mick (Larry Lamb). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 1, Episode 4

The Shipmans drive down to Wales for the wedding fayre, and after a momentous trip to the church for the reading of the banns, Nessa tells Stacey her big secret.

BBC Two 9:30pm
30 min
There She Goes. Image shows from L to R: Simon (David Tennant), Barney (Justin Edwards). Copyright: Merman

There She Goes

Series 2, Episode 3 - Head Space

Em is getting excited about her favourite night of the year - Si's annual pub quiz.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (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 4 - Dancing

Lucy 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.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
The Russell Howard Hour. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

The Russell Howard Hour

Series 2, Episode 1

Russell returns to mock the madness of the news. He talks Isis with New York Times journalist Rukmini Callimachi and gets päntsdrunk with Greg Davies.

Comedy Central Extra 10pm (repeat)
Lee Evans Live In Scotland. Lee Evans. Copyright: Little Mo Films

Lee Evans Live In Scotland

The grand finale of Lee Evans's 100 date sell-out 1998 UK tour, performed to a full house at the Edinburgh Playhouse.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 10pm (repeat)
Scot Squad. Bobby Muir (Darren Connell). Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Scot Squad

Series 4, Episode 1

Bobby fidgets with something explosive despite Officer Karen's pleas he keeps his paws off.

BBC Two 10pm
45 min
Frankie Boyle Live: Excited For You To See And Hate This. Frankie Boyle

Frankie Boyle Live: Excited For You To See And Hate This

Frankie Boyle performs live at Glasgow's King's Theatre.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Famalam. Image shows from L to R: John MacMillan, Samson Kayo, Vivienne Acheampong, Gbemisola Ikumelo, Tom Moutchi, Roxy Sternberg. Copyright: BBC

Famalam

Series 1, Episode 3

In Midsomer, Detective Moses Mountree has problems with some traditional country pastimes. Big problems.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
In The Long Run. Image shows from L to R: Kobna (Sammy Kamara), Valentine (Jimmy Akingbola), Mama (Ellen Thomas), Walter (Idris Elba)

In The Long Run

Series 3, Episode 1

As Walter worries about whether his life on the Eastbridge will make his Mama proud, Valentine worries that Kobna is taking his place as the favourite one.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:15pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Episode 16

Jimmy Carr hosts a new edition of the panel game, with Sean Lock and Sara Pascoe who take on Jon Richardson and Josh Widdicombe. Susie Dent is joined by Alex Horne & The Horne Section in Dictionary Corner, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.

U&Dave channel logo 10:30pm (repeat)
Sliced. Image shows from L to R: Scott (Phil Daniels), Mario (David Mumeni). Copyright: Lovely Electricity

Sliced

Series 1, Episode 3

Naomi is rightly furious when she gets sent a rather saucy gift. Ricky gets propositioned whilst on a delivery, and Mario's looking for someone to have a bit of fun with.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:35pm (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 5 - Fireworks

An 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.

U&Dave channel logo 11:10pm (repeat)
Taskmaster. Image shows from L to R: Alex Horne, Peter Hudson, Richard Osman

Taskmaster

Series 2, Episode 3 - A Pistachio Eclair

In one of the most difficult challenges of the competition, the rivals find themselves confronted with an intimidating man in gold chains: The Mayor of Chesham.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:15pm (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb), Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 2, Episode 4 - University Challenge

Mark meets a student called April in a shoe shop and decides to return to see her again, but discovers that she has gone to university in Dartmouth.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:15pm (repeat)
Father Ted. Image shows from L to R: Father Dougal McGuire (Ardal O'Hanlon), Father Ted Crilly (Dermot Morgan), Mrs Doyle (Pauline McLynn), Father Jack Hackett (Frank Kelly). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Father Ted

Series 1, Episode 1 - Good Luck, Father Ted

When he receives a call from a television producer, Father Ted thinks he may have spied a route to fame, fortune, and an escape from Craggy Island.

Comedy Central Extra 11:30pm (repeat)
Soho Theatre Live. Rhys James

Soho Theatre Live

Episode 6 - Rhys James

Rhys James is the final comedian to take the stage for the Soho Theatre Live series.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:50pm (repeat)
Father Ted. Image shows from L to R: Father Dougal McGuire (Ardal O'Hanlon), Father Ted Crilly (Dermot Morgan), Mrs Doyle (Pauline McLynn), Father Jack Hackett (Frank Kelly). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Father Ted

Series 1, Episode 2 - Entertaining Father Stone

Father Stone, a priest even more boring than Dougal is stupid, is paying his annual visit - and he doesn't have to get back to his Parish for a few weeks...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:50pm (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 1, Episode 3 - Command Decision

With still no sign of real weapons, morale in the platoon has hit rock bottom. A proposal from a local landowner offers some hope, but will Mainwaring be willing to hand over command to desert veteran Colonel Square?

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

Russell Howard's Good News

A selection of episodes from the eighth and ninth series of the satirical comedy.

Comedy Central Extra Midnight (repeat)
The Alternative Comedy Experience. Copyright: Comedy Central

The Alternative Comedy Experience

Series 1, Episode 5 - Rice Pudding

Charged comedy from Phil Nichol contrasted by the gentle David Kay, political satirist Andy Zaltzman, and funnyman Alun Cochrane. Backstage interviews by Stewart Lee.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky Midnight (repeat)
In The Long Run. Image shows from L to R: Kobna (Sammy Kamara), Valentine (Jimmy Akingbola), Mama (Ellen Thomas), Walter (Idris Elba)

In The Long Run

Series 3, Episode 1

As Walter worries about whether his life on the Eastbridge will make his Mama proud, Valentine worries that Kobna is taking his place as the favourite one.

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

Mock The Week

Series 18, Highlights Special - Compilation

Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis present a special edition of the topical comedy show featuring best bits, outtakes and unseen material.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:30am (repeat)
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Gavin & Stacey

Series 1, Episode 4

The Shipmans drive down to Wales for the wedding fayre, and after a momentous trip to the church for the reading of the banns, Nessa tells Stacey her big secret.

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The Alternative Comedy Experience

Series 1, Episode 6 - Danger Comedians

Tonight's show includes surreal stand-up Tony Law, idiosyncratic comedian Eleanor Tiernan, satirist Andy Zaltzman, German Henning Wehn and backstage chats with Stewart Lee.

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Timewasters

Series 2, Episode 3 - Crazy In Love

Victoria decides that it's time to marry off her and Jason's son, JJ. But it seems the only woman JJ has eyes for is Lauren.

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Lee Evans Live In Scotland

The grand finale of Lee Evans's 100 date sell-out 1998 UK tour, performed to a full house at the Edinburgh Playhouse.

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QI

Series H, Episode 15 - Hypnotism, Hallucinations And Hysteria

With Robert Webb, Ronni Ancona and Phill Jupitus.

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A League Of Their Own

European Road Trip, Episode 3

The laughs continue as Jamie and Freddie go wheel to wheel in a cycle race in the Holland cup. Then, it's off to Monaco, where Novak Djokovic is waiting to umpire a doubles tie with Josh Widdicombe and Geri Horner. Look out for John Barnes, Mark Cavendish and Tom Davis, too.

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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 4 - Dancing

Lucy 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.

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CelebAbility

Series 3, Episode 8

Danielle Armstrong, Lady Leshurr, Suzi Ruffell and Ross Adams take part in challenges based on unusual abilities.

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Minder

Series 4, Episode 4 - Sorry Pal, Wrong Number

Arthur's new gambling venture involves Terry taking on the prestigious task of guarding three public telephone boxes.

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Red Dwarf

Series V, Episode 1 - Holoship

Rimmer is sent from Red Dwarf to Holoship "Enlightenment" which has the highest of the high working there. Everything he ever wanted seems to be on board this ship, but unfortunately the path of success never did run smooth for Rimmer!

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Live At The Apollo

Series 11, Episode 1 - Alan Carr, Francesca Martinez, Nish Kumar

In the first episode, everyone's favourite 'Chatty Man' Alan Carr is the host as he introduces two of comedy's biggest stars - the fabulously funny Francesca Martinez and rising comedy star Nish Kumar.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Episode 16

Jimmy Carr hosts a new edition of the panel game, with Sean Lock and Sara Pascoe who take on Jon Richardson and Josh Widdicombe. Susie Dent is joined by Alex Horne & The Horne Section in Dictionary Corner, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.

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Famalam

Series 1, Episode 3

In Midsomer, Detective Moses Mountree has problems with some traditional country pastimes. Big problems.

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Russell Howard's Good News

Series 6, Episode 6

Russell Howard once again offers his distinctive take on what has happened in the world this week, with an energetic and entertaining look at the news stories that have dominated the media and caught his eye.

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Peep Show

Series 2, Episode 4 - University Challenge

Mark meets a student called April in a shoe shop and decides to return to see her again, but discovers that she has gone to university in Dartmouth.

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Red Dwarf

Series XI, Episode 1 - Twentica

The Dwarfers find themselves in an alternative version of America where modern technology is prohibited, making Rimmer and Kryten illegal. The Dwarfers infiltrate the tech savvy underground and try to bring down the authoritarian regime.

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Snuff Box

Episode 6 - Wedding

Rich plans to get married and start a new life - without Matt's interference.

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A League Of Their Own

Series 9, Episode 5

Win, lose or draw - does anyone actually care about the scoreline? - the riotous panel show continues with appearances from Peter Schmeichel, arguably the greatest goalkeeper to ever grace the football pitch, Olympic snowboarder Jenny Jones and comedian Josh Widdicombe.

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Father Ted

Series 1, Episode 1 - Good Luck, Father Ted

When he receives a call from a television producer, Father Ted thinks he may have spied a route to fame, fortune, and an escape from Craggy Island.

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45 min version (repeat)
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Russell Howard's Good News

Series 6, Episode 7

Russell Howard once again offers his distinctive take on what has happened in the world this week, with an energetic and entertaining look at the news stories that have dominated the media and caught his eye.

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Not Going Out

Series 4, Episode 5 - Fireworks

An 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.

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