Television
TV schedule Sunday 9th August 2020
Live It Up!
A repeat of this 1963 film.
That's My Boy
Series 4, Episode 5 - Hello Young MothersA rumour hits the village that Elton John has bought the big house up on the hill. When it transpires a charity has purchased it with the intention of opening a refuge for single mothers, certain residents are outraged by the notion of the scandal.
Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 6 - RollingThe Twirlywoos get carried away when they roll a picnic down a hill. Back in the Boat, the Very Important Lady falls apart, and her head rolls back and forth, thwarting the Twirlywoos' attempts to put her back together!
Saluting Dad's Army
Episode 1Alexander Armstrong begins a 50th anniversary celebration of Dad's Army by looking at the inspiration for the show and how it made it to the screen. Alongside fascinating and entertaining archive material, the show features interviews with actors from the very earliest episodes, members of the production team who were there when it all started and a veteran of the real Home Guard.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 5, Episode 6 - Babysitter BitzerThe flock are off for a girls night out leaving Bitzer to Babysit Timmy. It's not long before the youngster makes clear who's in charge.
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Christmas Special - MeltedThe world's greatest secret agent Danger Mouse is on song once again, in this Christmas double-length musical special of the high-octane, action-packed animated adventures.
Only Fools And Horses
A selection of episodes from the sixth and seventh series of the David Jason sitcom.
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 20 - Tower Bridge, LondonGrandmaster Glitch is visiting London and spots the perfect souvenir at a riverside stall. But when he finds he has no money, he decides to raise some by working as a tour guide on the River Thames.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 38 - Double TroubleMr Bean is over the moon when he meets Mr Pod - the two men have so much in common: the same shirt, jacket, trousers and even underpants. And to top it all, Pod is Bean's spitting image. But Mr Bean falls to earth with a bump when his girlfriend, Irma Gobb, finds Mr Pod much better looking than him.
Class Dismissed
Series 5, Episode 9 - Secret AgentMr James tries his hardest to hide the fact that he is clearly a secret agent.
Timmy Time
Series 2, Episode 20 - Timmy's Pet ProblemTimmy finds an old mop head and is convinced that it is a little animal, which he adopts as his pet.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated children's comedy.
Horrible Histories
Series 8, Special - Fantastic Firsts SpecialA special show featuring some of history's greatest firsts.
Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the second series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
Sooty
Series 1, Episode 10 - Sooty Of The Seven SeasSooty and Sweep want to be pirates and, with a lick of paint and a new mast, the SS Sooty is soon ready to sail. But can they defeat the fearsome pirate of the lake?
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 12 - Dover, EnglandThe Go Jetters arrive at the White Cliffs of Dover in England, to cheer Kyan as he finishes a cross-channel swim, but a large cloud of dust blocks his way to the shore.
Justin's House
Series 4, Episode 15 - Growing GloopJustin has started a wonderful plant collection, so Mr Bloom delivers a special new flower to Justin's House along with a mysterious Super Swellberry, which contains magical 'growing gloop' to help the plant grow.
Orders Are Orders
Bilchester army barracks is invaded by an American film unit at the invitation of the adjutant, Captain Harper.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 2, Episode 4 - Waffle's Pet PartyIt's the day of Jess's 'bring a pet' birthday party.
Horrible Histories
Series 8, Episode 7 - Moon MayhemAhead of the 50th anniversary of Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin's Moon landing on 20th July, Horrible Histories takes a special look into space.
TV Flashback
Series 3, Episode 6 - The BodyTudur Owen embarks on a quest to discover the truth about the human body. It's a story of breakdancers, contortionists and '80s jacuzzis, full of lively characters from the nation's TV past.
So Awkward
A selection of episodes from the fifth series of the children's sitcom.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated children's comedy.
Go Jetters
Series 3, Episode 25 - Chinese New Year, Dragon Dance DramaKyan is invited to perform a dragon dance for Chinese New Year in Beijing. Glitch decides to build a fire-breathing dragon robot for the parade, and the Go Jetters need to stop it!
Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the second series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 1, Episode 9 - Waffle And The Good DogThe Essam family visit the Brooklyn-Bells. Jess hopes their well-behaved dog, Baxter, will teach Waffle how to be good, but Waffle has other ideas...
Would I Lie To You?
A selection of six episodes of the lie-based panel game.
Outnumbered
A selection of episodes from the first and second series of the semi-improvised sitcom.
So Awkward Files
Episode 3 - Rob and OllieRob's already filled in the form once but Malone has rejected it, saying it needs to be answered 'better' and this time he has added clues to help. Rob enlists Ollie for advice - although they need to act quickly as Ollie is on a tight schedule.
Almost Never
Series 2, Episode 2 - The Stadium ShowUndecided about Coleen's offer, the boys give AJ one more chance.
Keeping Up Appearances
A selection of episodes from the fifth series of the sitcom about snobbish social climber Hyacinth Bucket (pronounced 'Bouquet').
'Allo 'Allo!
A selection of episodes from the second series of the wartime sitcom.
Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Fishing
Series 1, Episode 1 - The Tench (Norfolk Lakes)While in Norfolk fishing for tench, Bob tries to impress Paul with his childhood fishing rod - and fails.
Sunday Night At The London Palladium
Series 16, Episode 21Landmark, genre-defining variety series from the London Palladium, featuring the biggest names in British and international entertainment.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 19 (Channel 4: Series 20), Episode 2Jon Richardson and Tom Allen take on Sean Lock and Rosie Jones in the classic words and numbers quiz, while Sean Bean - aka Adam Riches - joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner. Hosted by Jimmy Carr, with Rachel Riley looking after the numbers and letters.
Four Weddings And A Funeral
A gentle comedy about a group of friends who keep meeting at weddings; disappointingly, the ceremonies are never their own.
Dad's Army
Series 1, Episode 5 - The Showing Up Of Corporal JonesA Major from HQ believes that Jones is too old to serve in the Home Guard. However, following Mainwaring's pleas and Jones's clear enthusiasm, he agrees to allow the butcher to stay with the platoon - as long as he can complete an assault course in 15 minutes.
Have I Got News For You
Series 54, Episode 6Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Victoria Coren Mitchell and guest panellists Sara Pascoe and Henry Blofeld.
Still Game
Series 3, Episode 5 - OotJack and Victor's old friend Archie comes out of his flat for the first time in years. How we he adjust to life outside?
Hold The Sunset
Series 1, Episode 5 - Roger The CarerBob gives Roger the idea of applying to be a paid carer for Edith. However, Edith is perfectly well - so who can Roger persuade to stand in for her?
Gary: Tank Commander
Series 2, Episode 5 - Climate ControlPatrolling the outer perimeter at a climate conference is looking like being one of the most boring jobs the soldiers have ever had...
Hold The Sunset
Series 1, Episode 6 - Old FlamesPhil is worried that Edith's old flame Bob may be gaining ground, and that his own one-time floozy Desiree may put in an unwelcome appearance.
The Office
A selection of episodes from the second series of the David Jason sitcom.
Your Face Or Mine
A selection of episodes from the fifth and sixth series.
Live At The Apollo
Series 8, Episode 2 - Rhod Gilbert, Kerry Godliman, Jon RichardsonWelsh comic Rhod Gilbert introduces stand-up from the world-famous Hammersmith Apollo. He is joined by Kerry Godliman, and Jon Richardson at his misanthropic best.
Minder
Series 5, Episode 3 - A Number Of Old Wives TalesArthur gets involved with Clive Cosgrove, who has several businesses run by women - but it turns out that he is married to all of them.
Mock The Week
Series 13, Highlights SpecialDara O Briain and the team present a special end of series show featuring new material, out-takes and favourite bits.
The Russell Howard Hour
Series 2, Episode 9Russell Howard interviews Will Poulter, addresses free speech, and takes Jon Richardson to cuddle therapy.
Lee Evans: Monsters
A TV broadcast of Lee Evans' final stand-up tour, recorded in 2014.
Hold The Sunset
Series 1, Episode 5 - Roger The CarerBob gives Roger the idea of applying to be a paid carer for Edith. However, Edith is perfectly well - so who can Roger persuade to stand in for her?
Have I Got News For You
Series 54, Episode 7Regular captains Ian Hislop and Paul Merton are joined by guest host Stephen Mangan and panellists Steph McGovern and Jo Caulfield.
Don't Hate The Playaz
Series 2, Episode 6Maya Jama, Richard Blackwood and London Hughes go up against Lady Leshurr, Katherine Ryan and Fleur East as they go head to head in rap battles, dance-offs and freestyling challenges.
Hold The Sunset
Series 1, Episode 6 - Old FlamesPhil is worried that Edith's old flame Bob may be gaining ground, and that his own one-time floozy Desiree may put in an unwelcome appearance.
The Russell Howard Hour
Series 2, Episode 10Join Russell as he takes a swing at current affairs, talks to inspiring knife crime campaigner Mark Prince, and learns to paint with Jo Brand.
Dara O Briain - Crowd Tickler
TV edit of Dara O Briain's 2015 stand-up show, Crowd Ticker.
The Office
A selection of episodes from the second series of the David Jason sitcom.
Father Ted
Series 2, Episode 5 - A Song For EuropeTed and Dougal plan to enter Eurosong 1996, borrowing the music from a 1970s entry's long-forgotten B-side.
A Hole Lot Of Trouble
Half-hour comedy short centring around workmen digging a hole.
Judge Romesh
Series 1, Episode 7Judge Romesh dishes out justice for a rapper and a video producer locked in a bitter battle over £3,000 and an ABBA tribute act come to court over loss of earnings due to a stark-naked accident.
That's My Boy
Series 4, Episode 6 - The Phantom Of The FarmyardMrs. Price pays a visit, distressed at being "alone" in London without her family. It's not long before she has it in mind to move up and join them permanently.
For The Love Of Ada
Series 2, Episode 1Estimating needing £130 for their wedding and honeymoon, Ada gets a job as lavatory attendant at the town hall, and Walter is expecting a rise. But Ruth's none-too-pleased with her mother's new occupation, and the news Walter receives isn't exactly what he was hoping for.