TV schedule for 11th December 2020 (full list)

6:10am (repeat)

Only When I Laugh

Series 4, Episode 5 - Escape

When a new patient arrives in Ward Three with a prison officer in attendance, tongues start to wag.

6:50am (repeat)

Timmy Time

Series 3, Episode 12 - Fireman Timmy

Timmy and Yabba make a fire engine out of an old cardboard box.

7:10am (repeat)

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Christmas Special - Melted

The 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.

7:15am (repeat)

Birds Of A Feather

Series 5, Episode 13 - The Beautiful Game

Tracey manages a boys' football team, while Dorien finds a psychic who will change her life.

7:20am (repeat)

The Two Ronnies

Series 2, Episode 3

Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.

7:30am (repeat)

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 27 - The Strokkur Geyser, Iceland

The geysers in Iceland are blocked - Glitch is to blame and it could cause an earthquake. Go Jetters go!

7:45am (repeat)

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.

7:55am (repeat)

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.

8am (repeat)

The Two Ronnies

Series 2, Episode 4

Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.

8:35am (repeat)

Justin's House

Series 4, Episode 14 - Cat's Lost Bag

Cat has lost her favourite Cat Pack, which she has had since she was just a little girl explorer, so Robert calls on someone special to help look for it.

8:50am (repeat)

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 7 - Blinking 'Eck

Betty wants a nice photo of Dave and Anna, but the camera George uses happens to belong to Gran, and it's been cursed by an ancient mummy.

8:55am (repeat)

My Hero

Series 1, Christmas Special - My Hero Christmas

George tries to get into the spirit of Christmas by creeping into the houses of Janet's parents, Mrs Raven and her boss Piers on Christmas Eve dressed as Santa to leave them all presents. This doesn't go down as well as he had planned, and Christmas dinner is a bit of a miserable affair - until George appears with the real Father Christmas who has a special present. for everyone.

9am (repeat)

Bless This House

Series 2, Episode 6 - Strangers In The Night

It's the anniversary of the first time Sid and Jean met; he celebrates the occasion by taking the family out for a meal and regaling them with the tale of that first magical evening.

9:05am (repeat)

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 8 - Wishes

If there were two things Dave could wish for it would be for Fuzzypeg to smell better, and for Gran to be nicer. Is getting what you want always a good thing?

9:30am (repeat)

Twirlywoos

Series 3, Episode 18 - More About Open And Close

An artist is drawing a dog in a room. The dog wants to go out, so the artist opens the door. After a while, the artist opens the door again and calls the dog back inside. The Twirlywoos decide to open and close the door to let the dog in and out.

9:30am (repeat)

Bless This House

Series 2, Episode 8 - Wives And Lovers

When Jean's suspicious mind begins to run away with her, Sid decides to play up to teach her a lesson. Unfortunately the wheeze backfires, and he's soon unknowingly in the doghouse.

9:35am (repeat)

Last Of The Summer Wine

A selection of three Christmas specials from Britain's longest-running sitcom.

9:35am (repeat)

Minder

Series 3, Episode 11 - Poetic Justice, Innit

Terry is left minding the fort when Arthur is called up for jury service.

9:55am (repeat)

Mr Bean

Series 3, Episode 16 - The Big Freeze

It's cold, the boiler is broken, and Mr. Bean has to get warm, fast.

10am (repeat)

Robin's Nest

Series 2, Episode 3 - Ups & Downs

The discovery of a low cellar under a bistro sparks an argument between Robin Tripp and partner James Nicholls.

10:05am (repeat)

Outside Edge

Series 2, Episode 3

It's Saturday and Roger is beside himself with worry. Mim is ill - naturally a cause for concern - but more importantly, who shall make the team teas for the afternoon's match?

10:05am (repeat)

Mr Bean

Series 3, Episode 18 - Coach Trip

Mr. Bean disguises himself as a Pensioner in order to avoid lunch with Irma and her mum.

10:15am (repeat)

Horrible Histories

Series 7, Episode 10 - Horrid Health

A look at the hideous history of health, from the invention of toilet paper to the healthy origins of the cornflake.

10:25am (repeat)

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 22 - The Runaway Bath

A mucky Sweep is told to take a bath and clean himself up - but he gets his paw stuck in the tap. When Sooty comes to the rescue in his campervan the situation heads for disaster.

10:35am (repeat)

Doc Martin

Series 7, Episode 5 - Control-Alt-Delete

Martin reaches breaking point with being followed around by Buddy: He resolves to find a vet to have him put him down.

11:05am (repeat)

Danny & Mick

Series 2, Episode 9 - Ghost Thief

Stuff is going missing in the leisure centre so Danny and Mick decide to spend the night keeping guard. Can they control their fear and catch the thief? Of course not!

11:15am (repeat)

Danny & Mick

Series 2, Episode 10 - Germnastics

It looks like Pottsfield's hopes of winning the gymnastic competition are over when everyone comes down with a fever. Only Danny and Mick can save the day!

11:30am (repeat)

Class Dismissed

Series 3, Episode 6 - World Book Day

It's World Book Day and the Dockbridge High staff are very excited about showing off their costumes. Mrs Mark, Mr Capp, and Joy all share their favourite books whilst Mr Christopher celebrates the greatest book of all time - his autobiography!

11:35am (repeat)

Hi-De-Hi!

1985 Christmas Special - The Great Cat Robbery

The entertainment staff's troubles have only just begun when they discover there's an emerald necklace hidden somewhere on the camp.

12:15pm (repeat)

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 3, Episode 15 - Sponsored Waffle

Waffle, Simon, Doug, Evie and Ruby do a sponsored silence to raise money for the school.

12:25pm (repeat)

Timmy Time

Series 3, Episode 18 - Timmy Shapes Up

Timmy and Kid are obsessed with triangles. Nothing else will do - everything must be three-sided.

12:55pm (repeat)

2point4 Children

Series 5, Christmas Special - Porky's

It's Christmas Eve, and when Ben returns home with the next few days' shopping, he has a proud announcement for the family: they'll be eating the freshest, juiciest pork imaginable. There's just one problem...

1:35pm (repeat)

2point4 Children

Series 6, Christmas Special - 2point4 Christmas - Two Years Before The Mast

Bill, Ben, David and Rona find themselves having a drastically different Christmas than planned after dropping Tina off for a cruise from Southampton. Jenny's isn't faring much better, either.

1:50pm (repeat)

The Zoo

Series 1, Episode 15 - The Mascot

The hunt is on for a new mascot. A popular, photogenic animal to publicise the zoo.

2:30pm (repeat)

My Hero

Series 1, Christmas Special - My Hero Christmas

George tries to get into the spirit of Christmas by creeping into the houses of Janet's parents, Mrs Raven and her boss Piers on Christmas Eve dressed as Santa to leave them all presents. This doesn't go down as well as he had planned, and Christmas dinner is a bit of a miserable affair - until George appears with the real Father Christmas who has a special present. for everyone.

3pm (repeat)

Lucky Jim

Ian Carmichael stars in a humorous romp based on the novel by Kingsley Amis about an unlucky lecturer.

3:05pm (repeat)

Diddy TV

Series 4, Christmas Special - A Very Diddy Christmas

Christmas is coming and Diddy TV presents its very own festive line-up. Panel Beaters Christmas special, Kirsty Allsort's perfect Christmas and a santa sack full of adverts!

3:10pm (repeat)

Last Of The Summer Wine

A selection of three Christmas specials from Britain's longest-running sitcom.

3:20pm (repeat)

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 25 - Cavern Creatures

Below the town hall, a mysterious species of oversized hamsters may or may not exist.

4pm (repeat)

Minder

Series 3, Episode 12 - Back In Good Old England

Terry's pleasure at seeing 'Oily' Wragg again is cut short by the appearance of some less friendly faces from the past.

4pm (repeat)

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 12 - Dig

When Betty insists Dave finds a hobby, he takes up treasure hunting, and rocks the very foundations of his tower block home.

4:15pm (repeat)

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 13 - Growing Pains

Dave is given a bulb to grow. Popping it in his lunch box, it isn't long before he discovers it's partial to Betty's sandwiches.

4:20pm (repeat)

Danny & Mick

Series 2, Episode 10 - Germnastics

It looks like Pottsfield's hopes of winning the gymnastic competition are over when everyone comes down with a fever. Only Danny and Mick can save the day!

4:45pm (repeat)

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 27 - Cimate Change, The Arctic Ocean

The Go Jetters are watching for polar bears, but an iceberg is heading for their ship.

5:10pm (repeat)

Only Fools And Horses

Series 7, Christmas Special - Rodney Come Home

After thumping Cassandra's boss on the nose, Rodney is now estranged from his wife and living back at the Trotter's flat. Del tries all his devious tricks to get them back together.

5:20pm (repeat)

As Time Goes By

2005 Christmas Special - Christmas Special (Part 1)

Jean and Lionel are looking forward to Sandy's and Harry's return after a year in Canada, and Jean is looking forward to Sandy and Judith having babies - though none are in evidence yet.

5:55pm (repeat)

The Comedy Years

Episode 1 - 1979

This episode focused on 1979 will look at the northern club scene, which was dominating telly at the time with the likes of Les Dawson and Cannon & Ball. It's also the year that saw a new breed of alternative comedians making a name for themselves on screen that included Mel Smith, Griff Rhys Jones and Rowan Atkinson.

6pm (repeat)

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 4, Christmas Special

Hyacinth finally achieves her ultimate goal in her search for social acceptability in this special festive edition. She and her husband Richard book a cruise on the QEII and, determined to live up to the correct image, Hyacinth packs umpteen changes of clothes. On board ship, she is in her element - until she makes an appalling discovery that threatens to ruin her trip.

6:50pm (repeat)

Only Fools And Horses

Miami Twice, Christmas Special - The American Dream

Del persuades Rodney that he needs a holiday and books him a flight for two to Miami. Rodney thinks he's taking his wife, but Del has timed it so that she is taking her exams that week...

6:50pm (repeat)

Carry On Camping

Sid James and Bernard Bresslaw play a pair of likely lads who try to take their prudish girlfriends to a nudist holiday camp.

7pm (repeat)

Horrible Histories

Series 6, Highlights Special - Rotten Rulers

A special episode of the historical sketch show, featuring the rotten rulers from this series. Including naughty Napoleon annoying his Josephine and horrid Henry VIII getting married again. There's also a song from wily Winston Churchill and Rattus to guide the way as host.

7:20pm (repeat)

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 27, Episode 1 - Follow That Bottle

The gang return in pursuit of a bottle with a message inside.

7:30pm (repeat)

Taskmaster

Series 6, Episode 6 - We Met At Mealtimes

This week it's snowy globes, rubbery ducks and wooden-y spoons as all five competitors attempt to impress Greg with their creativity and ingenuity while Alex Horne provides crucial data analytics.

7:40pm (repeat)

Would I Lie To You?

Series 5, Episode 3

David Mitchell is joined by David O'Doherty and Katherine Parkinson, and Lee Mack is joined by Bill Turnbull and Louie Spence.

8pm (repeat)

The Vicar Of Dibley

1996 Specials, Christmas Special - The Christmas Lunch Incident

It's the Vicar's second Christmas in Dibley, and she has to make her sermon a good one "or you've lost them to Satan till next December". An arguably greater worry, however, is the three Christmas dinners Geraldine's agreed to eat. But she can pull it off - right?

8pm (repeat)

Mr Bean

Series 3, Episode 16 - The Big Freeze

It's cold, the boiler is broken, and Mr. Bean has to get warm, fast.

8pm (repeat)

So Awkward

Series 3, Episode 4 - A Room Of Her Own

Lily decides her bedroom is babyish and needs a makeover to reflect the fact she's now a sophisticated teen.

8pm (repeat)

Rob And Romesh Vs

Series 1, Episode 6 - Anthony Joshua: Revisited

Rob Becket and Romesh Ranganathan are off to catch up with the Heavyweight Champion of The World, Anthony Joshua.

8:15pm (repeat)

Mr Bean

Series 3, Episode 18 - Coach Trip

Mr. Bean disguises himself as a Pensioner in order to avoid lunch with Irma and her mum.

8:20pm (repeat)

QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series L, Episode 6 - Liblabble

With Bill Bailey, Reverend Richard Coles and Sara Pascoe.

9pm (repeat)

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Christmas 2012, Christmas Special - The Virgin Mammy

With Christmas finally over, most mothers would seize the chance to relax - but not Agnes Brown. After getting permission from the Bishop to stage her Nativity Play, Agnes has now finished her script and rehearsals are in full swing.

9pm (repeat)

QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Rhod Gilbert, Sandi Toksvig, Cally Beaton, Phill Jupitus. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series P, Episode 11 - Potpourri

With Cally Beaton, Phill Jupitus and Rhod Gilbert.

9:30pm
30 min

Have I Got News For You

Series 60, Episode 10

Romesh Ranganathan hosts, with artist Grayson Perry and broadcaster Alice Levine joining regular team captains Ian Hislop and Paul Merton.

9:40pm (repeat)

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Christmas Special - Mammy's Ass

It's Christmas and all across Ireland Mothers are looking forward to their loved ones returning home. With son Trevor coming back from the missions abroad for the first time in four years, Agnes Brown is determined to make this Christmas a truly special celebration, with her whole family present at last.

10pm (repeat)

The Catherine Tate Show

A selection of episodes from the third series of the hit sketch show.

10pm (repeat)

Still Game

Series 5, Episode 2 - Fresh Lick

Jack and Victor try a bit of DIY to spruce up their little corner of Craiglang.

10pm
60 min

Big Zuu's Big Eats

Big Zuu's Christmas Eats, Episode 1 - Music Special

Big Zuu is joined by some mega musician friends including one of the UK's biggest rappers, AJ Tracey; grime MC JME with his sister and radio presenter Julie Adenuga; and hip-hop musician Loyle Carner.

10pm
65 min

The Last Leg

Series 20, Episode 8

Josh and Alex are joined by guest host Lorraine Kelly, Adam from his quarantine hotel room, and Joe Lycett and Stacey Dooley. Plus, a festive musical appearance from Shakin' Stevens to close the show.

10:20pm (repeat)

Death On The Tyne

A sequel to Murder On The Blackpool Express, starring Johnny Vegas, Sian Gibson and guest stars.

10:45pm
45 min

The Graham Norton Show

Series 28, Episode 10 - Gal Gadot, Tessa Thompson, Jennifer Saunders, Claudia Winkleman, Nicola Coughlan, Lee Mack, MyFly

Gal Gadot talks about Wonder Woman; Tessa Thompson says Valkyrie's props are coming home with her next time; Jennifer Saunders talks about getting emotional with Michael Sheen; Claudia Winkleman reveals her surprise that her book was published; Nicola Coughlan says her new series is too racy for her mum to watch; Lee Mack talks about Bobby Ball; and McFly performs live in the studio.

11pm (repeat)

Mock The Week

Series 17, Episode 11

Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis check out another week's events with the help of guests Tom Allen, Ed Gamble, Milton Jones, Zoe Lyons and Geoff Norcott.

11pm (repeat)

The Russell Howard Hour

Series 4, Episode 13

Russell celebrates the covid-19 vaccine and chats to ex-footballer Jamie Redknapp and Spitting Image's Matt Forde.

11:05pm (repeat)

Back

A selection of episodes from the first series of the Mitchell and Webb sitcom.

11:15pm (repeat)

The Trouble With Maggie Cole

Episode 5

Maggie is in need of some time alone so she heads to the pub to get a room and amend another 'radiogate' wrong. She learns the real story of landlord Brian, who is far from a 'gangster on-the-run'.

11:30pm (repeat)

Limmy's Other Stuff

A final TV special from Brian Limond.

11:40pm (repeat)

Taskmaster

Series 7, Episode 8 - Mother Honks Her Horn

Phil Wang makes sure his outstanding outfit leaves even less to the imagination that it did before, Jessica Knappett demonstrates her mastery of a child's percussion instrument and James Acaster's dream comes true.

12:15am (repeat)

The Trouble With Maggie Cole

Episode 6

It's the day of the village celebrations, Roxanna is still terrified by Alex's alarming behaviour last night and is desperate to get to him before he confronts the money lenders.

12:20am (repeat)

Knowing Me, Knowing You... With Alan Partridge

Alan Partridge is an insincere and skill-less chat show host. Partridge frequently demonstrated his insecurities and total lack of knowledge about his guests' lives during each broadcast.

12:40am (repeat)

Would I Lie To You?

Series 5, Episode 4

David Mitchell is joined by Gregg Wallace and Nigel Havers, and Lee Mack is joined by Charlie Brooker and Nina Wadia.

12:40am (repeat)

Taskmaster

Series 10, Episode 9 - Air Horn Andy

Daisy May Cooper, Johnny Vegas, Katherine Parkinson, Mawaan Rizwan and Richard Herring take on the penultimate selection of ludicrous challenges. Highlights include Mawaan volleying oranges, Katherine counting plastic balls and Richard spilling blood for the cause. Greg Davies judges their efforts, while Alex Horne keeps score.

1:05am (repeat)

Don't Hate The Playaz

Series 3, Episode 8

Maya Jama, Katherine Ryan and Harry Pinero go up against Lady Leshurr, Desiree Burch and IAMDDB.

1:15am (repeat)

Bless This House

Series 1, Episode 10 - Charity Begins At Home

Mike talks the family into joining a fast for Oxfam. Jean's keen to experience the life of the starving millions, but Sid ... not so much.

1:20am (repeat)

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Christmas Special - Mammy's Ass

It's Christmas and all across Ireland Mothers are looking forward to their loved ones returning home. With son Trevor coming back from the missions abroad for the first time in four years, Agnes Brown is determined to make this Christmas a truly special celebration, with her whole family present at last.

1:20am (repeat)

QI

Series L, Episode 7 - Lethal

With Bill Bailey, Sandi Toksvig and Jason Manford.

1:45am (repeat)

Bless This House

Series 1, Episode 11 - If The Dog Collar Fits ... Wear It!

When Sally brings a dog home, Sid is far from happy. But when he manages to lose the beast, he's more upset than anyone - especially as the family think he purposely got rid of the canine menace!

1:50am (repeat)

Shopping With Keith Lemon

Series 2, Episode 7 - Gino D'Acampo & Lady Leshurr

Italian chef and presenter Gino D'Acampo teaches Keith how to make pizza and pasta at one of his restaurants, and Keith takes rapper Lady Leshurr to an adventure farm park.

2am (repeat)

Only Fools And Horses

Miami Twice, Christmas Special - The American Dream

Del persuades Rodney that he needs a holiday and books him a flight for two to Miami. Rodney thinks he's taking his wife, but Del has timed it so that she is taking her exams that week...

2am
60 min version (repeat)

Have I Got News For You

Series 56, Episode 8

Ian and Paul return for another look at the headlines, with guest host Jennifer Saunders and panellists Grayson Perry and Matt Forde.

2:30am (repeat)

Only When I Laugh

Series 4, Episode 1 - Blood Brothers

Glover has all the symptoms of anaemia and a transfusion seems necessary, but he has a rare blood group and doesn't want it to be contaminated.

2:55am (repeat)

Knowing Me, Knowing You... With Alan Partridge

Alan Partridge is an insincere and skill-less chat show host. Partridge frequently demonstrated his insecurities and total lack of knowledge about his guests' lives during each broadcast.

3am (repeat)

Big Zuu's Big Eats

Big Zuu's Christmas Eats, Episode 1 - Music Special

Big Zuu is joined by some mega musician friends including one of the UK's biggest rappers, AJ Tracey; grime MC JME with his sister and radio presenter Julie Adenuga; and hip-hop musician Loyle Carner.

3:10am (repeat)

Friday Night Dinner

Series 5, Episode 1 - The Other Jackie

Mum and dad get a hot tub, and Jim brings a date round for a disastrous dinner.

3:35am (repeat)

Friday Night Dinner

Series 5, Episode 2 - The Tin Of Meat

When mum's best friend Val moves in after rowing with her husband, Dad can't take it anymore. Val keeps tidying up the house and chucking away all his old stuff. Tensions reach boiling point when Val finds a tin of meat with a best before 1996 date that Dad's been keeping in his shed.

TV schedule Friday 11th December 2020

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