Television
TV schedule Monday 31st August 2020
Timmy Time
Series 2, Episode 1 - Timmy Learns MagicTimmy is thrilled when he sees Osbourne practising a conjuring act, so he tries to do magic himself.
Saluting Dad's Army
Episode 4Alexander Armstrong looks at how the show transferred to the radio and to the stage before finally coming to an end on television - only to live on in the hearts of its millions of fans.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 16 - The Snowman ComethIt's Christmas and DM and Penfold are tasked with protecting Santa from the villainous clutches of the festive season-destroying Snowman.
Go Jetters
Series 3, Episode 7 - Go Jetter Heroes: Polar ExplorersWhen Glitch and Kyan race to the south pole, Glitch's loyal Grimbots steal the pole's marker to help Glitch win. But when Glitch orders them to return it, they find themselves lost and trapped in the ice - and the Go Jetters must spring into action to rescue them.
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...
Bitz & Bob
Series 2, Episode 16 - The Frog Log BridgeDuring a game of Follow the Leader on Far Away Island, Bitz and Bob bump into Ranger Bevel, who is helping guide some frogs to water.
Only Fools And Horses
Christmas Special - DatesDel attempts to meet his dream woman at a dating agency after seeing Trigger have some success. Meanwhile, Uncle Albert is dropping heavy hints about his impending birthday...
Diddy TV
Series 4, Episode 1 - EurodiddyIt's the annual EuroDiddy Song Contest! Also, there's a new episode of Worrying Mum and Dad and a Diddy Chat with Melvin Odoom.
Bless This House
Series 3, Episode 6 - The Loneliness Of The Short Distance WalkerAs Mike, Jean and Sally go on a health and fitness kick, Sid is determined to prove to everyone - not least himself - that he's not "past it". After a chat with Trevor, the pair decide to join Sally and Mike on a sponsored walk from London to Brighton...
Timmy Time
Series 3, Episode 11 - Timmy Makes It ShineAfter a muddy ride around the playground, Timmy is shown how to clean his tricycle - but it doesn't stay clean for long.
Billionaire Boy
Joe is the son of a billionaire inventor: he has everything he could wish for, but all he really needs is a friend.
Twirlywoos
Series 4, Episode 2 - More About CollectingThe Twirlywoos are watching some children collecting shells on a beach.
Bless This House
Series 3, Episode 7 - Watch The BirdieMike's latest fad - a photography business run from the family's garage - doesn't enthuse Sid when it's first suggested. When Mike falls ill with a stream of customers at the door, however, the senior Abbott male is suddenly far more interested in the endeavour.
Minder
Series 7, Episode 5 - Fiddler On The HoofArthur puts his savings into an old safe in the lock-up, but his nest egg is in danger when an old acquaintance arrives from Marbella.
Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the second series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
Sooty
Series 2, Episode 7 - The GenieWhen Sooty finds a magical lamp on the beach, he discovers that it contains a genie. But this genie causes nothing but mischief, and won't get back in the lamp. It's up to Sooty to sort things out. Guest starring Dave Benson Phillips.
George & Mildred
Series 1, Episode 8 - Best Foot ForwardAfter moving a ladder causing George to fall from the roof of their houses and break a leg, Jeffrey is forced to run errands for him, for fear of legal action.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 14, Episode 9 - WheeliesCompo, Clegg and Foggy prove that the invention of the wheel might not have been such a good idea after all.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 15, Episode 1 - How To Clear Your PipesFoggy devises an assault course to bring Compo up to the physical standard of Rudolph Valentino, but Clegg can't see why he should join in.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated children's comedy.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 6, Episode 3 - Chain GangWhen offered the deal of the century by a new acquaintance, Del puts together a consortium to help purchase a suitcase full of gold chains. Predictably, the plan goes catastrophically wrong.
The Baby And The Battleship
Farce in which a sailor has to smuggle a baby aboard his ship.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 1, Episode 11 - Waffle Misses DougDoug's mum, Zoe, brings surprises for the Brooklyn-Bells, but Waffle is sad because Doug is going to stay with her for a few days. Mrs Hobbs watches Waffle with new spy equipment.
Timmy Time
Series 2, Episode 6 - Timmy Finds TreasureTimmy is a pirate captain and leads his chums on a treasure hunt to find the X that marks the spot.
The Good Life
A selection of episodes from the first series of the self-succificent sitcom.
Twirlywoos
Series 4, Episode 3 - More About DownThe Twirlywoos watch two men carry some furniture down the stairs in a block of flats.
Dad's Army - The Lost Episodes
A repeat of all three remade lost episodes of the Home Guard sitcom.
Passport To Pimlico
Ealing comedy about a legal discovery that leads the residents of Pimlico to declare themselves an independent nation, Burgundy.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 11 - The Return Of Danger KWhen an old enemy returns, Colonel K must come out of retirement to save the world from an outbreak of rudeness.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 4, Episode 1 - ConesThe flock hear the enticing tunes of an ice cream van approaching and quickly hatch a plan to divert it into their field. While the driver seeks help, the flock have great fun with an endless supply of ice cream - but will they be able to cover their tracks before they're discovered?
Diddy TV
Series 4, Episode 4 - Vote For MeIt's election night on Diddy TV. Laugh at some extraordinary ailments in Hilarious Illnesses and Blue Peter's Radzi is in the hot seat for Diddy Chat.
Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the second series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 6 - Molar PowerDoctor Pfooflepfeffer covets the world-beating power of Gnasher's indestructible teeth.
Scream Street
Series 1, Episode 13 - Mother Of All ScaresLuke goes home to find that Otto has moved in after fleeing Sneer Hall to escape a visiting relative with a bit of a temper. Then when Luke brings her round to visit Otto so that the two can reconcile, things don't quite go to plan.
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of four episodes from Britain's longest-running sitcom.
Crooks Anonymous
Comedy about a petty criminal trying to change his ways and start a new life.
Danny & Mick
Series 2, Episode 3 - Undercover CustomerJoy calls in an undercover customer to check on her team - leaving Danny and Mick suspecting everybody.
Bitz & Bob
Series 1, Episode 5 - Monster MountainBob wants to plant a sign on the top of Mount Robo-Bob, so they set off in grippy shoes to climb it.
Go Jetters
Series 3, Episode 8 - Middle Of The World City, EcuadorAfter hearing about how the Monument to the Equator in Ciudad Mitad del Mundo is in the wrong location, Glitch and his Glitchbots pretend to be the Go Jetters and move the monument onto the equator. But when things start to go wrong, Glitch must learn that some glitches are fine the way they are.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 4, Episode 10 - First Aid WaffleWaffle's paw is hurt in Poodles Class, so vet Jess trains Mr Nolan in doggy first aid.
Paddington 2
Acclaimed film sequel. Paddington Bear finds himself incarcerated for a crime he did not commit.
Horrible Histories
Series 7, Episode 3 - Ridiculous RomanticsThis week Horrible Histories charts the path towards true love - and some of history's biggest and most ridiculous romantics are in the spotlight.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 25 - Spuds On A PlaneDave's first plane journey doesn't go to plan when the air pressure and the need to go to the toilet makes his head swell.
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...
Would I Lie To You?
Series 9, Episode 7This week the guests joining Lee Mack and David Mitchell are Jack Dee, Romesh Ranganathan, Gaby Roslin and Tinchy Stryder.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 26 - The Wrinkly BusInstructed to keep an eye on Gran while the rest of the Spuds visit to the doctor, Dave finds that she has escaped.
Millie Inbetween
Series 1, Episode 10 - Baby BrainMum is buying a cot, looking at names, and calling nurseries. Millie and Lauren decide that she and Mike must be planning a baby, and that they have to be stopped. Dad tries to bond with Jake, but gets a bit overenthusiastic.
Dad's Army
Series 8, Episode 1 - Ring Dem BellsThe platoon are to take part in a training film, but are horrified to learn that they are to play the Germans. There's also the issue of trying not to be seen in Nazi uniforms for fear of causing a panic.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 9, Christmas Special - Would I Lie To You? At ChristmasFestive edition of the comedy panel show in which teams must sort the truth from the fiction. Rob Brydon presents, David Mitchell is joined by Bill Bailey and Ruth Jones, and Lee Mack is joined by Jo Brand and Dame Kelly Holmes.
The Fast Show: Just A Load Of Blooming Catchphrases
Episode 2 - More Blooming CatchphrasesCelebrating even more of the comedy magic that made The Fast Show a roaring success in the 90s. Join Charlie Higson as he visits The Fast Show archives in the vaults of the University of East Anglia.
Lee Evans: Roadrunner
TV broadcast of Lee Evans's 2011 stand-up show and release, Roadrunner.
The Fast Show
A selection of five episodes from the rapid-fire sketch show.
Lee Evans XL Tour 2005 Live
Stand-up Lee Evans returns to Wales, the land of his ancestors, to perform to over 4,000 fans at the Cardiff International Arena.
Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish
Series 4, Episode 4 - Vicars, Horses, Doctors And SmurfsIn this episode flirty hotel soap (apparently that's a thing), kinky cages and overly familiar foods, are all in the firing line.
Famalam
Series 3, Episode 2Prince Alyusi brings his brand of philanthropy to a wider audience, superhero Night Owl battles her most dangerous foe and the E19 Posse teach an important lesson. A Golden Ticket allows black people to be white for a day, and adventurer Wolf Chambers faces his toughest challenge yet...
Gumshoe
A repeat of this 1971 film.
Porridge
A selection of episodes from the second series of the prison-based sitcom.
Soho Theatre Live
Episode 1 - Joel DommettJoel Dommett is the first in the Soho Theatre Live series to take to the stage and the hilarious episode sees Joel at his funniest as he discusses the fails and mishaps of his dating life, the infamous catfishing scandal and the pranks he used to play on his Grandad.
Taskmaster
Series 6, Episode 4 - BMXing!Tim Vine strips to his waist, Russell Howard gets tattooed, while Alice Levine apes Leonardo da Vinci using squirty cream. Greg Davies sets the truly absurd tasks.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 19 (Channel 4: Series 20), Highlights SpecialAnother new compilation of the best bits from recent series of 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown.
Limmy's Homemade Show
Episode 2Limmy reveals his secret life as an assassin and takes on the role of a businessman.
Soho Theatre Live
Episode 2 - Nish KumarNish Kumar discusses the woes of his pun-able name, that awkward time he saw the film Shame with his father and his innate inability to do sports as a kid.
Have I Got News For You
Series 57, Episode 5Katherine Ryan guest presents, and is joined by fellow comedians Andy Hamilton & Cariad Lloyd, who will join team captains Ian Hislop & Paul Merton as guest panellists.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 9, Episode 7This week the guests joining Lee Mack and David Mitchell are Jack Dee, Romesh Ranganathan, Gaby Roslin and Tinchy Stryder.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 13 (Channel 4: Series 14), Episode 1Jimmy Carr hosts a new edition of the panel/quiz show mash-up with Jon Richardson and Cariad Lloyd, who take on guest captain Alan Carr and Kevin Bridges. Elis James and John Robins are in Dictionary Corner.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 9, Episode 8The guests joining Lee Mack and David Mitchell are Ben Miller, Henning Wehn, Doon Mackichan and Alex Brooker.
Smack The Pony
Series 3, Episode 7A Spanish woman gets lost in translation at an airport. A man puts a rather peculiar proposal to his girlfriend. A tiff between bomb disposal experts. And why the ideal girlfriend doesn't exist.
Minder
Series 7, Episode 4 - The Last Video ShowA video implicating two senior police officers is mistakenly returned to Daley Videos.
Mandy
Series 1, Episode 5 - MeatIt is dinner at Trent Manor, and everyone around the table has a motive for murdering Lord Trent. But who did? Mandy wasn't invited to the manor, so she is off doing something else.
The Good Life
A selection of episodes from the first series of the self-succificent sitcom.
Mandy
Series 1, Episode 6 - Broadsword To Donna BallShe's lived a life that's full, she's travelled each and every highway. And more, much more than this, she did it Mandy.
Crackanory
Series 4, Episode 5 - Proxy LadyBeth is contacted out of the blue by a reclusive girl who used her picture on a dating website and has now met the love of her life. Is Beth willing to go and meet him in her place? Narrated by Mel Giedroyc, written by Katherine Jakeways.
Crackanory
Series 4, Episode 6 - Devil's HaircutSet in 1940s New York. A baritone in a barbershop quartet unwittingly sells his soul to the devil to ensure his group wins the national finals. Narrated by Doc Brown, written by Sarah Morgan.
Bobby And Harriet Get Married
Episode 1 - This Is Going Nowhere GoodBobby and Harriet start wondering if they will ever be able to afford the wedding. With very different ideas on how the day should pan out and how they will pay for it, will the couple ever come to an agreement or is time to call the whole thing off?