Television
TV schedule Thursday 20th August 2020
Thunder In The City
An American marketing genius visits his near-penniless English relatives and sets about restoring their aristocratic fortune.
Tommy Cooper
Episode 8Michael Bentine plays a down-at-heel sheikh in one sketch, with Tommy Cooper as an envoy bearing a message from Queen Victoria.
Twirlywoos
Series 3, Episode 3 - More About Up And DownThe Robot visits the Twirlywoos on the Big Red Boat. The Twirlywoos take turns to turn the Robot's key which causes the Robot to shoot up and down, taking Chickedy and Chick with it!
Timmy Time
Series 1, Episode 15 - Timmy Goes BangAfter hearing thunder during a storm, Timmy becomes fixated by loud noises, banging anything he can find.
dinnerladies
Series 2, Special - MinnelliumIt's New Year's Eve 1999, and the canteen is preparing for a special millennium dinner. But an abandoned baby and a riot in the city centre begin to throw everyone's plans into chaos.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 49 - Get LostThe gang get lost in the woods and stumble into the Land of Lost Things, where Gnasher gets 'dognapped' by a Gnashersaurus rex which has lost its beloved egg. To save Gnasher they have to rely on 'Pieface logic' to reunite the G-rex with its egg, and stop Walter from making a record-breaking giant omelette with it.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 9 - Welcome To Danger World!Danger Mouse must fight his own urge to be awesome to stop the world turning into a gigantic intergalactic tourist attraction.
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 39 - Wimbledon, EnglandThe Go Jetters are at Centre Court in Wimbledon, London, to watch the world's most famous tennis tournament.
dinnerladies
Series 2, Episode 8 - ChristineAfter the events of New Year's Eve, Anita's left the canteen. Her replacement, Christine, has chronic flatulence and manages to upset, annoy, and/or anger everyone within a couple of hours. On top of that, the social services want Petula to live with Bren!
Bitz & Bob
Series 2, Episode 1 - Bitz's Big BuildBitz promises to build a strong house for Little Bo Purl's goats and for the three little pigs, one that big bad Robo Wolf can't blow down.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 4, Episode 1 - A Job For RichardRichard is far from happy when Hyacinth concocts an elaborate plan to turn him into an executive.
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.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 3, Episode 7 - Who's A Pretty Boy?Denzil is nervous about letting the Trotters decorate his flat because, if they do it wrong, he has to face the wrath of his wife, Corinne. She still hasn't forgiven Del for messing up the catering at her wedding but, as long as they heed her warning to stay out of the kitchen, nothing can go wrong...
Bless This House
Series 2, Episode 4 - Another Lost WeekendSid and Trevor's plans for a fishing weekend go out of the window when Jean's dad comes to stay. Even worse, he then goes missing!
Timmy Time
Series 1, Episode 16 - Timmy AfloatThe class make boats, but Timmy is paired with a sneezy Stripey, who keeps ruining his efforts.
Minder
Series 6, Episode 4 - Arthur Is Dead, Long Live ArthurFaced by a massive tax demand, Arthur considers taking his own life.
Twirlywoos
Series 3, Episode 4 - More About NoisyThe Twirlywoos visit a house where a parrot lives. The parrot is very noisy.
Bless This House
Series 2, Episode 5 - Parents Should Be Seen And Not HeardDifferences in the generation gap become more apparent when Sally becomes engaged - but not to be married, just to live together!
Are You Being Served?
Series 10, Episode 3 - The Hold UpIt's tradition for the staff to play jokes on stock-taking night. However, the robbery that occurs isn't a joke ... but when they contact Mr. Rumbold, he thinks it is.
Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the second series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
Sooty
Series 1, Episode 21 - Pizza To GoSooty and the gang are put in charge of Mr Slater's Pizza Parlour but Soo would rather be a top fashion designer like Valentino Du Prado. Things go from bad to worse in the kitchen as pizzas start flying off the shelves. Perhaps a special visitor can lend a hand? Guest starring Brendan Cole.
George & Mildred
Series 1, Episode 1 - Moving OnWith their home due for demolition by order of the council, George and Mildred Roper are forced to look to move home. Much against the wishes of George and the estate agent - who happens to be the next-door neighbour - Mildred settles on 46 Peacock Crescent, Hampton Wick.
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 12th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
The Zoo
A selection of episodes from the first series.
Our Man In Marrakesh
Comedy-spy-thriller starring Tony Randall, Herbert Lom, Terry-Thomas and Senta Berger.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated children's comedy.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 2, Highlights Special - Waffle So FarSimon and Waffle are home alone. Simon recalls the first time he met Waffle as a pup, and the pair share memories of the Wonder Dog becoming part of the Brooklyn-Bell family.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 4, Episode 1 - A Job For RichardRichard is far from happy when Hyacinth concocts an elaborate plan to turn him into an executive.
Timmy Time
Series 1, Episode 20 - Go Kart TimmyEveryone is desperate to have a go on a brand new pedal go-kart. Timmy's eagerness leads him into trouble.
dinnerladies
Series 2, Episode 8 - ChristineAfter the events of New Year's Eve, Anita's left the canteen. Her replacement, Christine, has chronic flatulence and manages to upset, annoy, and/or anger everyone within a couple of hours. On top of that, the social services want Petula to live with Bren!
Twirlywoos
Series 3, Episode 5 - More About RollingA 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.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 3, Episode 7 - Who's A Pretty Boy?Denzil is nervous about letting the Trotters decorate his flat because, if they do it wrong, he has to face the wrath of his wife, Corinne. She still hasn't forgiven Del for messing up the catering at her wedding but, as long as they heed her warning to stay out of the kitchen, nothing can go wrong...
Are You Being Served?
Series 10, Episode 3 - The Hold UpIt's tradition for the staff to play jokes on stock-taking night. However, the robbery that occurs isn't a joke ... but when they contact Mr. Rumbold, he thinks it is.
Horrible Histories
Series 6, Episode 3 - Mardy Mary Queen Of ScotsWe follow the young Mary as she stumbles from young girl in Scotland, to Queen in France, back to Queen in Scotland, and finally to Elizabeth I's public enemy no. 1 - with a bit of Queenian Rhapsody thrown in for good measure! Meanwhile across the world we meet silver-nosed Danish scientist Tycho Brahe, and Mr H gives us his unique take on the epic Battle of Lepanto in another History's Craziest Fools.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 4 - Planet Of The ToiletsOn a trip to Japan, Penfold's ill-timed comfort break sparks a world-wide porcelain revolution lead by the evil super-intelligent toilet Dr Loocifer.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 4, Episode 1 - A Job For RichardRichard is far from happy when Hyacinth concocts an elaborate plan to turn him into an executive.
Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the second series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
Diddy TV
Series 3, Episode 6 - Games BunkerThe hosts take on the role of airline pilots in I'm Not Really A..., Aunty meets her match in The Kiss Chase, and actor Sally Lindsay is the star guest on Diddy Chat.
Scream Street
Series 1, Episode 6 - Zoo Of The WeirdOtto is selling safari tickets to Scream Street.
Dad's Army
Series 2, Episode 1 - Operation KiltThe platoon take part in an exercise in which they must protect the church hall from being captured by full-time soldiers lead by a Scottish captain.
Minder
Series 6, Episode 5 - From Fulham With LoveArthur extends the grasping hand of free enterprise across the Iron Curtain when a Russian ship arrives in port, but finds himself involved in a diplomatic situation.
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 12th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
Danny & Mick
Series 1, Episode 6 - Roller DiscoDanny and Mick get their skates on in order to get their jobs done in time for the roller disco - that spells wheely big trouble for everyone.
Bitz & Bob
Series 2, Episode 18 - Mayor Bevel's Mega WheelBitz, Bob and Purl are building a giant Mega Wheel in Craft City for Mayor Bevel, and the local citizens are getting very excited.
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 40 - Cave Of Crystals, MexicoWhile in Mexico, Glitch takes a short cut through the Cave of Crystals, a hidden space that contains some of the biggest crystals in the world!
GiggleQuiz
Series 1, Episode 4 - Keith Fitt's Quiz FitProfessor Muddles's new invention, the Quiz Fit, causes chaos for Keith as he tries to exercise and quiz at the same time. Meanwhile, Nana catches cabbages in her Panto Showdown.
So Awkward
Series 6, Episode 4 - Possession ObsessionMartha and Ollie go head to head to win custody of Edison, a cuddly lightbulb.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 4, Episode 3 - Waffle The Cat SitterMrs Hobbs interviews for a cat sitter for George, and Waffle wants the job.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 7, Episode 8 - Are You Being Served?Sharon's feeling broody, and on the look out for a man to make her pregnant. Meanwhile, Dorien's incensed that her holiday romance wasn't as it appeared: but she's determined to make it work for her.
Waiting For God
Series 4, Episode 9After a late night at a regimental reunion party, Basil and Tom arrive back at Bayview rather the worse for wear. Diana, however, is more put out when he doesn't arrive for 'fun' - and thoroughly enraged at Basil's mention of a Lorraine.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 8, Episode 2Regular team captains Lee Mack and David Mitchell are joined by Bruno Tonioli, Adam Buxton, Kirsty Wark and Rob Beckett.
Are You Being Served?
Series 10, Episode 3 - The Hold UpIt's tradition for the staff to play jokes on stock-taking night. However, the robbery that occurs isn't a joke ... but when they contact Mr. Rumbold, he thinks it is.
'Allo 'Allo!
Series 5, Episode 9 - Watch The BirdieIt is, finally, time for the Generals' Conference and the planning of the invasion of England - the resistance furnish René with another suitably ridiculous photographic device to capture their plans. But it could all go awry if Mimi kills one of the attendees before the day...
Would I Lie To You?
Series 8, Episode 3Regular team captains Lee Mack and David Mitchell are joined by Bob Mortimer, Mel Giedroyc, Adil Ray and Kian Egan.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 3, Episode 7 - Who's A Pretty Boy?Denzil is nervous about letting the Trotters decorate his flat because, if they do it wrong, he has to face the wrath of his wife, Corinne. She still hasn't forgiven Del for messing up the catering at her wedding but, as long as they heed her warning to stay out of the kitchen, nothing can go wrong...
Horrible Histories
Series 6, Episode 10 - Tricky Queen VickyThis episode follows young Queen Victoria as she marries her true love Albert, and has to put up with the open sewers at the not-so-luxurious Buckingham Palace. Also featuring Australian outlaw Ned Kelly, and the Great Hedge of India.
The Bliss Of Mrs. Blossom
Comedy about a bored housewife and a relationship she develops with the man who came to fix the sewing machine.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 18, Episode 9 - Destiny And Six BananasWhen something horrible stirs in the woods, it's Foggy's big moment.
Dad's Army
Series 2, Episode 1 - Operation KiltThe platoon take part in an exercise in which they must protect the church hall from being captured by full-time soldiers lead by a Scottish captain.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 11 - Sports DayDetermined to win this year's Sport's Day, finally making Betty's dreams come true, Dave 'adapts' Anna's chair to speed things up in the final race.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 12 - DigWhen Betty insists Dave finds a hobby, he takes up treasure hunting, and rocks the very foundations of his tower block home.
Dad's Army
Series 2, Episode 2 - The Battle Of Godfrey's CottageMainwaring plans to use Godfrey's cottage as a vital post in case the Germans should ever invade. His plan is put into action when the church bells ring.
So Awkward
Series 6, Episode 4 - Possession ObsessionMartha and Ollie go head to head to win custody of Edison, a cuddly lightbulb.
All Round To Mrs. Brown's
Series 1, Episode 4Agnes and the family are joined by celebrity guests, including comedian and presenter Sue Perkins and Diversity's Ashley Banjo. Emilia Fox is the unsuspecting celebrity to join Dermot and Buster on their next Celebrity Tour venture, and music comes from Aston Merrygold.
Live At The Apollo
The One About..., Highlights Special - RelationshipsThis episode features classic routines about relationships from John Bishop, Sarah Millican, Phil Wang, Ellie Taylor, Ed Byrne and more.
Red Dwarf: The First Three Million Years
Episode 3 - Playing Pool With PlanetsA look at the real and invented science that has marked out Red Dwarf as truly unique for over 30 years. Plus, the main cast about just how special Red Dwarf has been to them.
Quartet
Comedy about the residents of a retirement home for retired operatic artistes, directed by Dustin Hoffman.
A League Of Their Own
Series 15, Episode 1Jamie Redknapp, Freddie Flintoff and Romesh Ranganathan take the helm for the fifteenth series of sports-based trivia, challenges and laughs. In the first episode of the series, it's Rom taking the helm as the host, keeping a sleepy eye on team captains Jamie and Freddie. Joining Jamie will be three-time Grand Slam winner and two-time Olympic gold medalist Andy Murray and Countryfile presenter Helen Skelton, while Freddie's team consists of comedians and friends of the show Rob Beckett and Jimmy Carr.
Mandy
Series 1, Episode 3 - RussianNothing less than the future of the world as we know it is at stake in this thriller set in the cloak-and-dagger world of international geopolitics.
Duck Quacks Don't Echo
Series 3, Episode 3Lee Mack welcomes comedian Jimmy Carr, The Kaiser Chiefs' Ricky Wilson and TV presenter Jameela Jamil to join his fun and fact-filled panel show.
Scot Squad
Series 4, Episode 5PC Ken Beattie finds himself duped by the offer of free hugs from a stranger, The Chief is stumped by a new crime-fighting campaign; and countryside coppers, PC Charlie McIntosh and PC Jane MacKay find a spiritual connection in their latest investigation.
Semi-Detached
Episode 3Stu's extended family take a ferry trip to scatter the ashes of a loved one at sea. Whilst looking for his diarrhoea medication in his car, Stuart discovers a stowaway, some class A drugs and pornography prohibited by maritime law.
Red Dwarf
Series XII, Episode 6 - SkipperRimmer gets hold of a Quantum skipper and skips his way across the multi-verse looking for a dimension where he's not such a giant loser.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 19 (Channel 4: Series 20), Episode 3Sean Lock and Daisy May Cooper take on special guest team captain Richard Ayoade and Ivo Graham in the classic words and numbers quiz. Adam Buxton joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, and Joe Wilkinson joins Rachel Riley at the numbers board.
The Inbetweeners
Series 2, Episode 1 - The Field TripIt's a new term and the infamous sociology and geography field trip to Swanage is coming up; all the boys are on board.
The Fast Show
Series 2, Episode 1All the familiar comic faces feature alongside characters including competitive Dad and Chris the Crafty Cockney.
Squeamish About
Episode 3 - LondonFrom the Great Fire to the Blitz, jellied eels to Howard Westend, after whom the West End is named, Squeamish offers some distinctive opinions on Britain's capital and the people who live there.
The Inbetweeners
Series 2, Episode 2 - Work ExperienceIt's work experience week at school. Jay and Simon work at a plant hire, but a mix-up leaves Neil at a newspaper and Will at a garage.
Red Dwarf
Series XII, Episode 3 - TimewaveA ship from the 23rd century is washed up from the past and the Dwarfers run into a crew where criticism is illegal. How will Rimmer cope?
A League Of Their Own
Series 15, Episode 1Jamie Redknapp, Freddie Flintoff and Romesh Ranganathan take the helm for the fifteenth series of sports-based trivia, challenges and laughs. In the first episode of the series, it's Rom taking the helm as the host, keeping a sleepy eye on team captains Jamie and Freddie. Joining Jamie will be three-time Grand Slam winner and two-time Olympic gold medalist Andy Murray and Countryfile presenter Helen Skelton, while Freddie's team consists of comedians and friends of the show Rob Beckett and Jimmy Carr.
In The Long Run
Series 3, Episode 5Valentine takes Kobna to Tilbury Docks to pick up his special shipment of records from West Africa and DJ the arrival party for the sailors.
We Love...
Episode 1 - We Love Gavin & StaceyA celebration of Gavin & Stacey, featuring cast, crew and celebrity fans, revealing a world of back-stage insight into the production of the comedy series.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 10 (Channel 4: Series 11), Episode 7David Mitchell and Cariad Lloyd take on Jon Richardson and Russell Howard. Sam Simmons joins Countdown's resident lexicographer Susie Dent.
The Best Pair Of Legs In The Business
Comedy drama following out-of-luck entertainer Sherry Sheridan as he tries to reinvigorate his career and save his marriage.
Taskmaster
Series 5, Episode 5 - A Wind-Dried PuffinThe series passes the halfway stage and the tantalising prospect of owning the Taskmaster trophy is getting closer for all five comic competitors who are not named Nish Kumar. Alex Horne risks the wrath of his fierce employer Greg Davies with an unsanctioned task; Sally Phillips locks herself in the caravan with an amorous watercooler and Aisling Bea crams an Italian entrée dish into a balloon.
All Round To Mrs. Brown's
Series 1, Episode 5Agnes and the family are joined by the nation's favourite choirmaster Gareth Malone and singer Peter Andre. Nick Knowles teams up with Dermot and Buster for their Celebrity Boat Tour adventure, and 90s pop stars Steps perform their new single Scared of the Dark in Foley's pub.
In The Long Run
Series 3, Episode 5Valentine takes Kobna to Tilbury Docks to pick up his special shipment of records from West Africa and DJ the arrival party for the sailors.
Blockbusters
Series 2, Episode 7Teenagers and Eton College friends take on Ursy from Gloucestershire. Philip makes a fabulous faux pas in his answer to the question 'What 'U' is something designed for both men and women?' replying with 'underwear' instead of 'unisex'.
Father Ted
Series 2, Episode 10 - Flight Into TerrorTed, Dougal and Jack stare death in the eyes when the plane they're flying in loses almost all of its fuel. Who could be to blame? What will they do? And what will be the trio's fate?
Al Murray's Great British Pub Quiz
Episode 7Al, aided by barman Shaun Williamson and captains Andy Parsons and Ed Byrne, oversees the clash between The Chase from Nuneaton and The Duke of Cambridge from Battersea.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 8, Episode 2Regular team captains Lee Mack and David Mitchell are joined by Bruno Tonioli, Adam Buxton, Kirsty Wark and Rob Beckett.
Blockbusters
Series 2, Episode 8School friends Jodie and Sophie from Essex play against A-level student Seth from Ipswich on tonight's show with the hopes of being the lucky prize winner.
Father Ted
Series 3, Episode 2 - Chirpy Burpy Cheap SheepTed becomes involved with the King of the Sheep competition after betting the entire winter's heating budget on the local champion.
Smack The Pony
Series 2, Episode 1French kissing etiquette on a first date. Applying makeup on the move. And Emma, who's looking for a sensitive tough guy with a good sense of humour who takes himself seriously. And can fly.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 6, Episode 4The guests on this episode are Phill Jupitus, Claudia Winkleman, Gabby Logan and Mark Watson.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 8, Episode 3Regular team captains Lee Mack and David Mitchell are joined by Bob Mortimer, Mel Giedroyc, Adil Ray and Kian Egan.
The Alternative Comedy Experience
Series 1, Episode 11 - Love MeTonight Maeve Higgins is joined by Andy Zaltzman, Glenn Wool, Stephen Carlin and ridiculously funny Aussie Sam Simmons. Stewart Lee meets the acts backstage.
CelebAbility
Series 4, Episode 4Iain Stirling presents as team captain Stacey Solomon who leads three friends in a series of games against Jenny Ryan, Chelcee Grimes, Dane Baptiste and Greg Shepherd.
Goodness Gracious Me
Series 1, Episode 5This week we meet the man who is insistent that everything comes from India; there's a Monty Python spoof; there's confusion over what actually happens at an Indian wedding; and an Indian advertising agency attempt to promote a feminine hygiene product.
The Alternative Comedy Experience
Series 1, Episode 12 - Job SecurityTonight Henning Wehn is joined by Simon Munnery, Maeve Higgins, Phil Nichol and Boothby Graffoe, with interviews from Stewart Lee.
The Fast Show
Series 2, Episode 1All the familiar comic faces feature alongside characters including competitive Dad and Chris the Crafty Cockney.
Tommy Cooper
Episode 5Tommy Cooper presents his own show, with sketches and special guests. Featuring Bernard Cribbins, aiding Cooper in his illusion of the week.
The Inbetweeners
Series 2, Episode 1 - The Field TripIt's a new term and the infamous sociology and geography field trip to Swanage is coming up; all the boys are on board.
Red Dwarf
Series XII, Episode 6 - SkipperRimmer gets hold of a Quantum skipper and skips his way across the multi-verse looking for a dimension where he's not such a giant loser.
The Inbetweeners
Series 2, Episode 2 - Work ExperienceIt's work experience week at school. Jay and Simon work at a plant hire, but a mix-up leaves Neil at a newspaper and Will at a garage.
Smack The Pony
Series 2, Episode 1French kissing etiquette on a first date. Applying makeup on the move. And Emma, who's looking for a sensitive tough guy with a good sense of humour who takes himself seriously. And can fly.
Red Dwarf
Series III, Episode 6 - The Last DayThe ship receives a message informing them that Kryten's expiry date has come, and he will shortly shut down and be replaced. Lister decides to hold a party in his honour, but things don't quite go as expected.
Father Ted
Series 2, Episode 10 - Flight Into TerrorTed, Dougal and Jack stare death in the eyes when the plane they're flying in loses almost all of its fuel. Who could be to blame? What will they do? And what will be the trio's fate?
Harmony Lane
Variety film short.
Goodness Gracious Me
Series 1, Episode 5This week we meet the man who is insistent that everything comes from India; there's a Monty Python spoof; there's confusion over what actually happens at an Indian wedding; and an Indian advertising agency attempt to promote a feminine hygiene product.
For The Love Of Ada
Series 3, Episode 5 - The Sunday Lunchtime DrinkWalter and Leslie sneak off to the pub for a Sunday drink; Ada and Ruth aren't too amused to find out that there wasn't, in fact, extra work to be done at the church.