Television
TV schedule Wednesday 21st October 2020
Second Best Bed
The marriage between a middle-aged man and a young woman becomes turbulent when she immediately rebels against his ideas that a wife should obey everything a husband tells her to do.
Timmy Time
Series 3, Episode 7 - Timmy Finds AliensTimmy and his friends make a collage of the moon, complete with green aliens.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 2, Episode 37 - An Ill WindThe farmer receives a huge electricity bill, and decides to build his own wind turbine to power the farmhouse. As soon as the farmer's back is turned, Shaun and the flock adapt the noisy new contraption into something much more fun - a fairground big-wheel. It is not long before the farmer blows his fuse.
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 3 - Colonel Danger MouseWhen Colonel K disappears on a free holiday, Danger Mouse pulls rank and assumes the mantle of caretaker Colonel.
Chef!
Series 1, Episode 2 - Beyond The PassIn their attempt to take control of Le Chateau Anglais, Gareth and Janice must make personal sacrifices before visiting their "friendly" bank manager.
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 32 - The Grand Canyon, USAKyan is wire-walking across the Grand Canyon, but Glitch wants to cheat and win. Can the Go Jetters stop him?
Bitz & Bob
Series 2, Episode 4 - Merry Go RoundThere is an amazing seahorse merry-go-round on the beach, and everyone is having lots of fun going round and round - except Bevel.
Chef!
Series 1, Episode 3 - Subject To ContractWith his idyllic cottage on the market, Gareth must raise his profile in the local press.
Your Money Or Your Wife
A repeat of this 1960 film.
Justin's House
Series 4, Episode 16 - Perfect PhotoJustin, Robert, Little Monster and Cat attempt to get ready before famous photographer Iris Shutterspeed arrives to take a group picture to send to Granny Justina.
Porridge
Series 1, Episode 6 - Men Without WomenFletcher has been offering his advice to his fellow prisoners on the topic of romance. Letters written home result in a visiting room full of wives and sweethearts, but Fletcher's visitor is his eldest daughter. Should he be following his own advice?
Man About The House
Series 6, Episode 6 - Fire Down BelowAs Norman makes his moves on Chrissy, Robin's feeling increasingly down in the dumps. Facing the evening alone, Larry comes to the rescue - but only seems to want him as second-man for a less than appealing double-date!
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 3 - The CruiseBean wins two tickets for an exotic cruise and takes Teddy along for the trip of a lifetime. While showing off to a new friend, Bean goes overboard and is stranded on a desert island.
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 4 - Coconut ShyMr Bean hopes to win some cash prizes at the funfair, but it is not as easy as it seems!
Minder
Series 10, Episode 8 - On The AutofrontLong-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 6, Episode 2 - Who Killed Mr Partridge?Following the discovery of Mr Partridge's dead body in the swimming pool, the Entertainments Staff are forced to ask themselves 'Whodunit?'.
Man About The House
Series 6, Episode 7 - Another Bride, Another GroomChrissy and Norman's wedding has arrived. Robin's baked a marvellous cake, just about put his jealousy aside, and their parents have arrived in London for the big day. There are just 156 possible things that could go wrong...
Twirlywoos
Series 3, Episode 23 - More About TwirlingThe Twirlywoos find themselves in a sports hall. They watch a gymnast dance whilst twirling a ribbon. Toodloo copies the gymnast, twirling a ribbon. Chickedy and Chick join in and Great BigHoo tries too but he ends up twirling his ribbon around Toodloo, Chickedy and Chick.
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.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 22, Episode 7 - A Hair Of The Blonde That Bit YouWhen Pearl finds a long blonde hair on Howard, he recruits his friends to explain it.
That's My Boy
Series 2, Episode 2 - Wakey WakeyIda has absolutely no idea what she has let herself in for when she agrees to take part in a sponsored 'wake' for distressed gentle-women.
Sooty
Series 2, Episode 2 - The New BuildingIt is the ceremonial grand opening of Mr Slater's new toilet block, but chaos looms when it becomes apparent that builders Sooty and Sweep have forgotten to install the vital component - a toilet! Can they get it fitted in time, or will Richard's career end up round the bend?
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 22, Episode 8 - A White Sweater And A Solicitor's LetterA letter intended for Compo interests the town and terrifies his son, Tom.
Diddy TV
Series 2, Episode 8 - Don't Be SillyThey meet an ancient tribe called the Dinkas and there's a huge cash prize to be won in Diddy or No Diddy.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 2, Episode 24 - Bitzer's Basic TrainingBitzer thinks The Farmer is planning to replace him, so Shaun helps to knock his friend into shape. Unfortunately Bitzer goes completely over the top with his training regime and starts running the farm with military precision driving everyone crazy.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 2, Episode 25 - Chip Off The Old BlockThe Farmer has taken up sculpting, but unintentionally drops a huge slab of stone on top of Timmy's teddy. Shaun and the flock must struggle and strain to lift the heavy block and retrieve the precious toy.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 10 - Prank WarsDennis discovers that Ralf the janitor is the legendary Prankmaster General and is told he could become his successor. Walter won't let this happen and challenges him to a prank battle to win Ralf's book of pranking - the infamous Prankypedia.
Porridge
Series 1, Episode 6 - Men Without WomenFletcher has been offering his advice to his fellow prisoners on the topic of romance. Letters written home result in a visiting room full of wives and sweethearts, but Fletcher's visitor is his eldest daughter. Should he be following his own advice?
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 11 - Give Peas A ChanceMayor Wilbur passes a law to increase the healthy eating in Beanotown, replacing all foods with peas... of the mushy variety! The gang must avoid the people of Beanotown who are rapidly turning into Zompeas after eating the green mush. Dennis uses the only ordinary peas in town to sabotage Wilbur's mush making factory and save the day!
No, My Darling Daughter!
A repeat of this 1961 film.
2point4 Children
Series 6, Episode 6 - The Lion, The Witch And The WardrobeBen's still feeling down but after watching some daytime TV pseudo-psychology, and having received a large wardrobe from her mother, Bill thinks she has a solution. Rona, meanwhile, isn't feeling too well.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 1, Episode 2 - Night Night, WaffleThe 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.
Timmy Time
Series 1, Episode 17 - Timmy Gets The Job DoneIt is time to spring-clean the nursery, but Timmy wants to go outside and play, so he rushes his chores.
2point4 Children
Series 6, Episode 7 - And Now The Screaming StartsBen's gone missing. Jenny and Christine are worried, as is Bill. But thanks to Rona, she's soon got far bigger - and smaller - things to worry about!
Dad's Army
Series 5, Episode 13 - Time On My HandsThe platoon jump to arms when a German pilot ejects from his plane and gets his parachute caught on the front of Walmington Town Hall, grapsing to the clock face for dear life. Their attempts to disentagle and capture him do not go to plan.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 21 - Bog Roll RollIt's the biggest sporting event in Grimsby - the bog roll roll. All Dave has to do is chase the bog roll down the hill and catch it.
Dad's Army
Series 6, Episode 1 - The Deadly AttachmentIt is the day the men have been waiting for. When they are asked to watch the crew of a U Boat, they get the chance to meet some Germans face-to-face. But the German Captain has plans to escape, and some names on his list.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 22 - Spud-AgeddonThe Spuds don't care about a carbon footprint, since George has come home with a haul of free electronics that they all want to test out.
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 6, Episode 2 - Who Killed Mr Partridge?Following the discovery of Mr Partridge's dead body in the swimming pool, the Entertainments Staff are forced to ask themselves 'Whodunit?'.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 48 - High School InedibleDM and Penfold go back to school to thwart the plans of an evil food scientist and his killer hot dogs.
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.
Porridge
Series 1, Episode 6 - Men Without WomenFletcher has been offering his advice to his fellow prisoners on the topic of romance. Letters written home result in a visiting room full of wives and sweethearts, but Fletcher's visitor is his eldest daughter. Should he be following his own advice?
Scream Street
Series 1, Christmas Special - The GrumpusIt's Christmas on Scream Street, but nobody seems to enjoy it as much as Luke and his family... in fact they all seem terrified! Can Luke save the town from the Grumpus and restore a Merry Christmas?
Sketchy Comedy
Episode 6A football, biscuit, sofa bed and pair of shoes are among the items getting the Sketchy treatment.
Minder
Series 10, Episode 9 - Bring Me The Head Of Arthur DaleyLong-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.
Dad's Army
Series 5, Episode 13 - Time On My HandsThe platoon jump to arms when a German pilot ejects from his plane and gets his parachute caught on the front of Walmington Town Hall, grapsing to the clock face for dear life. Their attempts to disentagle and capture him do not go to plan.
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 3 - The CruiseBean wins two tickets for an exotic cruise and takes Teddy along for the trip of a lifetime. While showing off to a new friend, Bean goes overboard and is stranded on a desert island.
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 4 - Coconut ShyMr Bean hopes to win some cash prizes at the funfair, but it is not as easy as it seems!
Danny & Mick
Series 1, Episode 3 - Spa DayDanny and Mick have got everything ready for the new spa... except for the spa. Oops!
Bitz & Bob
Series 2, Episode 5 - Incredible Duck TrekMummy duck is trying to lead her ducklings from their nest in Bitz's castle to the lake, but it's a long way, so Bitz and Bob help guide them there safely.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 22, Episode 7 - A Hair Of The Blonde That Bit YouWhen Pearl finds a long blonde hair on Howard, he recruits his friends to explain it.
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 33 - Easter Island, ChileWhen the Grimbots build their own Easter Island statue, it collapses and threatens the ancient Moai statues.
Millie Inbetween
Specials, Episode 3 - Coming HomeCraig shows Millie his new beach club and tries to convince her that Spain really suits her dad.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 3, Episode 5 - Waffle's School WalkiesWhile her kitchen dries out Mrs Hobbs is at the Brooklyn-Bells' house with George. Waffle joins the walk to school on Evie's first day but causes playground chaos and is sent home.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 22, Episode 8 - A White Sweater And A Solicitor's LetterA letter intended for Compo interests the town and terrifies his son, Tom.
French Fields
Series 1, Episode 4 - Où Est La Plumber De Ma Tante?The Fields get off to a slightly raw start in their new French home when Hester wakes up particularly early and discovers that there's no running water. William, meanwhile, experiences a rather rude clash between English and French work cultures.
Waiting For God
Series 4, Episode 7Harvey's on the verge of a complete nervous breakdown, convinced he's losing his hair. Diana, meanwhile, is on the warpath after discovering that an art class has been cut by the local council.
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 6, Episode 2 - Who Killed Mr Partridge?Following the discovery of Mr Partridge's dead body in the swimming pool, the Entertainments Staff are forced to ask themselves 'Whodunit?'.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 23 - Rat PackDave wants to learn to play the drums at school, but is given the recorder. With a talent show around the corner, Dave gets practising.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 24 - Flea ManDave and Fuzzypeg the dog get dirty playing at the local dump, so dirty in fact that Fuzzypeg picks up an extremely grumpy flea.
'Allo 'Allo!
Series 9, Episode 1 - Gone With The WindmillHaving been double-crossed by Herr Flick, Gruber and the Colonel are looking for a way to un-desert. Madame Edith concocts a plot that will appear that they have been kidnapped. Unfortunately, the General fails to take the hint and René is forced to save the duo before they are blown up...
Dad's Army
A selection of episodes from the fifth and sixth series of the Home Guard sitcom.
Horrible Histories
Series 7, Episode 10 - Horrid HealthA look at the hideous history of health, from the invention of toilet paper to the healthy origins of the cornflake.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 23, Episode 4 - Incredible Journey Of Norman CleggHoward won't reclaim his picnic accessory from Clegg until Pearl is out of sight.
Ghosts
Series 2, Episode 5 - Bump In The NightIt's a nervous Mike's first night alone in the house, when some uninvited guests set the ghosts on a mission to defend their treasured home.
Hank Zipzer
Series 3, Episode 4 - Educating ZipzerA film crew is coming to the school to make a documentary. Everyone comes into school very excited, particularly Mr Joy who intends to be onscreen as much as possible.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 5, Episode 7David Mitchell is joined by Mackenzie Crook and Chris Packham, while Lee Mack is joined by Victoria Coren and Rhod Gilbert.
So Awkward Files
Episode 6Ollie has decided to 'improve' any of Malone's questions he doesn't like the look of - and Rufus isn't happy about the way Ollie is rewriting history, replacing any tricky topics with memories of his greatest chess triumphs.
Taskmaster
Series 1, Episode 3 - The Poet And The EggCelebs leave their dignity at the door as dastardly Mr Gilbert - aka Greg Davies - sets them some truly bizarre tasks, including building an egg tower.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 5, Episode 8David Mitchell is joined by Lorraine Kelly and Dara O'Briain, while Lee Mack is teamed with Barry Cryer and Sue Perkins.
Millie Inbetween
Specials, Episode 3 - Coming HomeCraig shows Millie his new beach club and tries to convince her that Spain really suits her dad.
Open All Hours
A selection of episodes from the third series of the cornershop sitcom.
Comedy Game Night
Episode 8Joining Liza at Tarbuck Towers tonight are RuPaul's Drag Race star Courtney Act, Chase super brain Jenny Ryan, comedians Rhys James and Kiri Pritchard-Mclean, model Jodie Kidd and Man Like Mobeen star Tolu Ogunmefun.
There's Something About Movies
Series 3, Episode 1Gemma Arterton, Jonathan Ross and Guz Khan are ready to put their movie knowledge to the test this week.
Taskmaster
Series 10, Episode 1 - God's HaemorrhoidHoping to impress the Taskmaster and be crowned the next champion are: Daisy May Cooper, Johnny Vegas, Katherine Parkinson, Mawaan Rizwan and Richard Herring. Wax seals will open, dreams will be made and/or broken, and Little Alex Horne will be wrapped around his master's little finger providing stats and moral support in the most ridiculous and ferociously fought game show on television.
Not Going Out
Series 2, Episode 2 - GayTim is worried that he isn't manly enough. Lee is persuaded by Lucy to pretend to be gay.
This Time With Alan Partridge
Series 1, Episode 3There is exciting news about the show's new presenting line-up, and Alan and Jennie look at topics including aggressive Scottishness, vegetarianism and corporal punishment.
Two Doors Down
Series 2, Episode 5Eric is persuaded to wear one of Colin's old kilts for the trip but ends up red-faced when he reveals more to the Tartan Army than he'd ever intended.
Urban Myths: Hendrix & Handel
Comedy about Jimi Hendrix and George Frideric Handel, who lived in the same London building 246 years apart.
Lenny Henry's Race Through Comedy
Episode 3 - SketchBeginning with Lenny's prominence as a versatile performer and creator of characters, the film features great archive from Tiswas, Three Of A Kind and Lenny's own shows.
I'm Alan Partridge
Series 2, Episode 1 - The Talented Mr. AlanFollowing a nervous breakdown, Alan's working his way slowly back up the ladder: he's got a girlfriend, a house (under renovation), one of the most popular slots on Radio Norwich, and a book: Bouncing Back.
Taskmaster
Series 4, Episode 1 - A Fat Bald White ManThe first episode sees Hugh Dennis, Joe Lycett, Lolly Adefope, Mel Giedroyc and Noel Fielding aim to be the best at painting a model they can't see, fell a load of rubber ducks and beautifully destroy a cake.
A League Of Their Own
Series 11, Out-takes - UnseenRejoin the A League Of Their Own boys and their guests as the hit comedy and entertainment show runs into extra time with outtakes and unseen footage from Series 11.
Inside No. 9
Series 1, Episode 6 - The HarrowingAn episode set in a gothic mansion owned by a brother and sister who shut themselves away from the outside world.
Motherland
Series 2, Episode 6 - Good JobJulia struggles to abide by the rules and clashes with Mrs Lamb as she attends her first ever school sports day.
Peep Show
Series 7, Episode 2 - Man JamDobby, the object of Mark's desires, is going out with Simon a graphic designer. Mark and Gerrard form the 'Dobby Club', devoted to winning her over.
Up North
Series 3, Episode 3 - Camping Up NorthAfter The Angel pub closes for good, Mick takes up a new hobby and goes camping with Skint Flint and Patch Thatch. Things go wrong when Patch eat some magic mushrooms and finds a talking rabbit called Benny.
Have I Got News For You
Series 52, Episode 5Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Victoria Coren Mitchell and guest panellists Andy Hamilton and Tim Loughton.
The Russell Howard Hour
Series 4, Episode 6Russell takes a look at local coronavirus rules, asks Taskmaster's Greg Davies and Alex Horne Your Questions, and chats to James Bay.
Comedy Legends
Series 3, Episode 2 - Julia Louis-DreyfusBarry Cryer pays tribute to the decorated comic actress Julia Louis-Dreyfus. Having won more Emmys and Screen Actors Guild Awards than any other performer, she is perhaps best known for her roles in the long-running comedy series Seinfeld and Veep.
Not Going Out
Series 2, Episode 2 - GayTim is worried that he isn't manly enough. Lee is persuaded by Lucy to pretend to be gay.
Al Murray: One Man, One Guvnor
Al Murray returns as The Pub Landlord in this TV edit of his 2014 stand-up DVD, One Man, One Guvnor.
Drunk History
Series 1, Episode 5Russell Kane talks King Charles II, Alex Horne on the 1966 World Cup trophy theft, and Diane Morgan chats Lady Godiva.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 6, Episode 1A new series of the hit panel show. Lee Mack is joined by Alex Jones and Alexander Armstrong and David Mitchell is joined by Chris Tarrant and Mel Giedroyc.
Man About The House
Series 5, Episode 5 - How Does Your Garden GrowWith their rent overdue, George talks Robin and Chrissy into clearing the garden. Chrissy decides to take a couple of the more attractive looking plant specimens indoors to brighten their flat, but Larry's got some alarming news for them - one's a cannabis plant!
I'm Alan Partridge
Series 2, Episode 1 - The Talented Mr. AlanFollowing a nervous breakdown, Alan's working his way slowly back up the ladder: he's got a girlfriend, a house (under renovation), one of the most popular slots on Radio Norwich, and a book: Bouncing Back.
Urban Myths: Hendrix & Handel
Comedy about Jimi Hendrix and George Frideric Handel, who lived in the same London building 246 years apart.
Mo Gilligan: Black British & Funny
Mo Gilligan looks at the black comedy circuit.
Drunk History
Series 1, Episode 6Kerry Howard on the pirate Blackbeard, Joel Dommett yaks Colonel Blood stealing the crown jewels, and Tiff Stevenson talks Henry VIII starting a war.
Man About The House
Series 5, Episode 6 - Come Fly With MeGeorge has bought Mildred a new female budgie as company for their male, and asks Robin, Chrissy and Jo to look after it for the evening. Meanwhile, Chrissy has a pair of Frank Sinatra tickets to give away and she intends to make Robin work for them.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 6, Episode 2Lee Mack is joined by Richard Madeley and Sanjeev Bhaskar, and David Mitchell is joined by Kate Humble and Miles Jupp.
Inside No. 9
Series 1, Episode 6 - The HarrowingAn episode set in a gothic mansion owned by a brother and sister who shut themselves away from the outside world.
Ali G In Da USAiii
Series 2, Episode 1 - RespekThe voice of youth meets Sam Donaldson, president of ABC Television, to talk about important issues such as Richard Nixon's 'Waterworld" crisis. Borat investigates a wine-tasting event in Mississippi and Bruno interviews a pastor who claims he can 'convert" homosexuals.
Peep Show
Series 7, Episode 2 - Man JamDobby, the object of Mark's desires, is going out with Simon a graphic designer. Mark and Gerrard form the 'Dobby Club', devoted to winning her over.
The Stand Up Sketch Show
Series 1, Episode 2This edition features Stephen Bailey, Tom Allen, Felicity Ward, Joel Dommett and more.
Ali G In Da USAiii
Series 2, Episode 2 - RekognizeBorat goes to the assistance of a Congressional candidate on the campaign trail in Mississippi, while Ali G discusses Iraq's infamous BLTs with Conservative icon Patrick Buchanan, and explores why America has so many Vietnam veterinarians.
Game On
Series 2, Episode 6 - Bruce Willis & Robert De Niro Holding A FishMartin is doing voluntary work on a helpline for distressed people; he gives his phone number to one of the callers who phones the flat. Pretending to be Martin, Matt tries to flirt with her, but gets more than he bargained for when she threatens to kill herself if 'Martin' doesn't visit her. Matt ventures out into the night...
Zapped
Series 3, Episode 1 - CircusBrian is being forced to perform in a travelling circus, run by the sadistic Feffenhoffer (Steve Coogan). Barbara and Steg set out to rescue him while Herman accidentally traps a fairy. Stuck on Earth, Howell tries desperately to get back to Munty.