Television
TV schedule Thursday 20th May 2021
Trottie True
Trottie True, Camden girl and star of the Victorian music hall, finds love across a surprising class divide.
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 23 - Jurassic BeanMr Bean goes in search of wildlife, but he is not expecting to see anything prehistoric!
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 24 - Caring BeanMrs Wicket is injured and Mr Bean has to look after her - then her demands start to become a pain.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 6, Episode 2 - Mrs. RobinsonTracey is worried because Garth is going out with an older woman and Chris has started writing to "express his inner self".
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 7 - Lost Tempers In SpaceDanger Mouse and Jeopardy Mouse find themselves stranded on a far-flung planet inhabited by Fly People.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 33 - Hands OffA patch of wet cement, a boy and a dog itching to put their prints into it and a policeman determined not to let that happen. Can Dennis and Gnasher muddle Sergeant Slipper long enough before the cement sets?
Ever Decreasing Circles
Series 2, Episode 1When Martin invites old Mrs Beardsmore round for tea, Ann is horrified to see him return with a minibus full of her friends from the old people's home. He's determined to give the entire group a good day - preferably without Paul's help.
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 26 - Big Ben, EnglandThe Go Jetters visit London on New Year's Eve, but Big Ben is missing. To the Vroomster!
Birds Of A Feather
Series 6, Episode 3 - First Time CallerSharon is busy at the café and Dorien is busy at her first aid course, which leaves Tracey feeling useless. Then she rings a radio show with advice and becomes a local celebrity...
Ever Decreasing Circles
Series 2, Episode 2Paul has outstanding abilities on the cricket field. Martin knows this and he should make him the first name on the team sheet - but can he bring himself to pick his unwitting rival?
Danny & Mick
Series 3, Episode 1 - The AdvertNew Boss Sharon has tasked Danny and Mick with making an advert - what could go wrong?
The Theo The Mouse Show
Episode 4 - Force And MovementWendy uses Theo's toy truck to teach about Force And Movement, forcing Theo to go all disco!
Justin's House
Series 3, Episode 3 - Cake FactoryThings turn messy when Robert invents a cake-making machine. Guest starring Katy Ashworth.
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 6, Episode 5 - Ivory Castles In The AirClive takes Gladys to see his family home and Gladys takes Clive to her heart.
That's My Boy
Series 3, Episode 3 - The Big Night OutRobert's boss asks him to invite his mother to accompany him to dinner - but Robert asks the wrong one! Chaos soon reigns as both mothers make their wishes felt.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 3, Episode 1 - HomesickGrandad's not well, his legs are playing him up and the lifts are broken. When Rodney finds himself unwittingly elected to Chairman of the local Residents' Association, Del spies the perfect opportunity to improve their lot.
Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 5 - Going OverThe Twirlywoos watch a horse going over a jump and try to have a go themselves. Meanwhile, back in the Boat, the Stop-Go Car visits Peekaboo and they play a game of leapfrog.
George & Mildred
Series 2, Episode 4 - The Unkindest Cut Of AllMildred's even snobbier sister, Ethel, and her husband visit the Ropers for dinner. Unfortunately, George has forgotten to pay the electricity bill...
Get Some In!
Series 5, Episode 5A patient with a severely disturbed state of mind arrives, and is recognised by the boys as someone they knew briefly back on basic training. When other medical attempts to get through to him fail, they succeed - but then Marsh sticks his oar in.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 19, Episode 9 - From Audrey Nash To The Widow DilhooleyTruly is reunited with his childhood sweeheart.
George & Mildred
Series 2, Episode 5 - The Right Way To TravelMildred's desperate for a holiday, and has heard of a nice, cheap package tour to Majorca available. The only catch? It's for members of the Conservative Party...
Sooty
Series 1, Episode 7 - The Souvenir StallThe gang are opening a souvenir pottery stall at the park - but all the pottery gets smashed. Sooty tries to make some more with fresh clay but things don't quite go to plan.
Minder
Series 4, Episode 4 - Sorry Pal, Wrong NumberArthur's new gambling venture involves Terry taking on the prestigious task of guarding three public telephone boxes.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 19, Episode 10 - Support Your Local SkydiverCompo sports a more daring image.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 5, Episode 7Hyacinth is excited to learn that Emmet is rehearsing for an amateur musical. Daisy is growing increasingly frustrated at Onslow's lack of romantic interest - and he vice versa!
Timmy Time
Series 2, Episode 24 - Timmy's MonsterIt is a wintry day at the nursery and Timmy discovers some strange extra-large footprints in the snow.
Hold The Sunset
Series 2, Episode 2 - The DisappearanceAfter his disastrous open day, Phil has disappeared. As Edith searches for him, her difficult sister Joan invites herself to stay. Meanwhile Roger comes up with a new way to make money: by renting out his mother's spare room online, to two Americans.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 25 - Megahurtz AttacksDanger Mouse's attempts to boost Penfold's confidence backfire when it leads to a ferocious games monster escaping into the real world.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 26 - The Hamster EffectBrunel, the crazed time-travelling Victorian gentlechimp, is back and determined to change history so Danger Mouse and Penfold never meet.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 2, Episode 3 - Waffle And The KittenThe Brooklyn-Bells are looking after the kitten from Jess's veterinary practice.
Timmy Time
Series 3, Episode 22 - Timmy The HeroAfter reading a superhero comic, Timmy is desperate to save the day. But his efforts are not always appreciated.
Danny & Mick
Series 3, Episode 4 - Dog SittingDanny and Mick have to hide a dog in the leisure centre without Sharon seeing.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 3, Episode 1 - HomesickGrandad's not well, his legs are playing him up and the lifts are broken. When Rodney finds himself unwittingly elected to Chairman of the local Residents' Association, Del spies the perfect opportunity to improve their lot.
Ever Decreasing Circles
Series 2, Episode 2Paul has outstanding abilities on the cricket field. Martin knows this and he should make him the first name on the team sheet - but can he bring himself to pick his unwitting rival?
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 6, Episode 5 - Ivory Castles In The AirClive takes Gladys to see his family home and Gladys takes Clive to her heart.
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 27 - The Strokkur Geyser, IcelandThe geysers in Iceland are blocked - Glitch is to blame and it could cause an earthquake. Go Jetters go!
Dad's Army
Series 3, Episode 12 - Man HuntAfter a memo warns the platoon to look out for parachutes, Walker admits to discovering one in the woods some weeks ago. Mainwaring's keen to identify whether the material was British or German, but that's not so easy as it was turned into several dozen pairs of ladies' knickers!
Timmy Time
Series 3, Episode 19 - Timmy And The DragonThe class make a Chinese dragon, and Timmy wants to be the head.
Let George Do It!
George Formby comedy.
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 21 - Bean PhoneMr Bean wants a smart phone but they are too expensive - especially when you can build your own!
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 22 - Hotel BeanMr Bean has some unexpected guests who think he runs a hotel!
Danny & Mick
Series 2, Episode 9 - Ghost ThiefStuff 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!
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 5, Episode 7Hyacinth is excited to learn that Emmet is rehearsing for an amateur musical. Daisy is growing increasingly frustrated at Onslow's lack of romantic interest - and he vice versa!
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 33 - Hands OffA patch of wet cement, a boy and a dog itching to put their prints into it and a policeman determined not to let that happen. Can Dennis and Gnasher muddle Sergeant Slipper long enough before the cement sets?
Hold The Sunset
Series 2, Episode 2 - The DisappearanceAfter his disastrous open day, Phil has disappeared. As Edith searches for him, her difficult sister Joan invites herself to stay. Meanwhile Roger comes up with a new way to make money: by renting out his mother's spare room online, to two Americans.
Lovejoy
Series 6, Episode 7 - Breaking The BrokerTinker is arrested for possession of erotic antiques. His only way out is to set up Lovejoy.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 2, Episode 5 - Grimmest FaceDave is practising for Grimsby's Grimmest Face competition and finds that the wind changing direction really can cause the face to stick...
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 19, Episode 9 - From Audrey Nash To The Widow DilhooleyTruly is reunited with his childhood sweeheart.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 2, Episode 6 - Breaking GranGran has been particularly naughty lately and is sentenced to a stay in an old people's home, but the home is the stuff of nightmares for Gran, and it's soon up to the Spuds to break her free.
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 28 - The Aqueduct of Segovia, SpainGrandmaster Glitch turns Segovia Aqueduct into a giant water slide and the Go Jetters must stop it toppling to the ground.
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 4 - Ernest Penfold And The Half-Price WandThe streets of are London teeming with hundreds of wannabe wizards, all brandishing identical wands. After discovering that the wands are mass-produced shavings from Merlin's legendary staff, DM and Penfold set out to stop Quark's latest money-making scheme by reuniting the staff with its rightful owner.
Minder
Series 4, Episode 5 - Car Lot BaggersWhen an unscrupulous builder wants a piece of land occupied by a friend of Arthur, he hires some thugs to put the frighteners on - and tries to blame travellers.
GiggleQuiz
Series 2, Episode 2 - Wizard Tripwick's Crystal BallJoining Gail and Keith for this GiggleQuiz are Wizard Tripwick and Captain Adorable.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 3, Episode 8 - Waffle's PlaydateEvie, Waffle, Ruby and Jelly have a playdate, and Mrs Hobbs has a delivery shop disaster.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 19, Episode 10 - Support Your Local SkydiverCompo sports a more daring image.
French Fields
Series 2, Episode 6 - Double Or QuitWilliam finally appears to have made friends with Monsieur Dax - by beating him in a boules match and getting riotously drunk! However, the auction on the house is fast approaching, and Hester worries their budget is not large enough.
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 5 - Ivory Castles In The AirClive takes Gladys to see his family home and Gladys takes Clive to her heart.
Taskmaster
Series 8, Episode 6 - Rock 'n' Roll UmlautOne of the secrets to the Taskmaster's successful reign of tyranny is that he's ruthlessly unpredictable which means things can change very, very quickly in this game. Alex Horne takes scrupulous notes as Paul Sinha squats in a telephone box and Iain Stirling stakes his claim for the Scottish national football team.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Episode 3Hyacinth has arranged one of her candlelight suppers at which she plans to impress Emmet with her singing. Rose interrupts proceedings when she's too embarrassed to be picked up by one of her boyfriends at her own messy home.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 5, Episode 7Hyacinth is excited to learn that Emmet is rehearsing for an amateur musical. Daisy is growing increasingly frustrated at Onslow's lack of romantic interest - and he vice versa!
Would I Lie To You?
Series 3, Episode 4TV presenter Claudia Winkleman, stand-up comedian Jason Manford, presenter Clive Anderson and comic actress Miranda Hart are the celebrity guests on a quest for the truth this week.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 20, Episode 7 - Beware The Vanilla SliceCompo is reminded of a boisterous game he used to play at school, a game far too rough for Clegg to remember. Truly, meanwhile, has a lawnmower on his mind.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 3, Episode 1 - HomesickGrandad's not well, his legs are playing him up and the lifts are broken. When Rodney finds himself unwittingly elected to Chairman of the local Residents' Association, Del spies the perfect opportunity to improve their lot.
Room 101
Series 4, Episode 5 - Sara Pascoe, Jonathan Ross, Michael VaughanFrank Skinner is joined by stand-up Sara Pascoe, chat show host Jonathan Ross and ex-cricketer Michael Vaughan. Nominations literally include people who misuse the word "literally", Luis Suarez, and pick and mix.
Dad's Army
Series 3, Episode 12 - Man HuntAfter a memo warns the platoon to look out for parachutes, Walker admits to discovering one in the woods some weeks ago. Mainwaring's keen to identify whether the material was British or German, but that's not so easy as it was turned into several dozen pairs of ladies' knickers!
Room 101
Series 4, Episode 6 - Victoria Coren Mitchell, Warwick Davis, Dr. Christian JessenFrank Skinner is joined by TV presenter and poker player Victoria Coren Mitchell, actor Warwick Davis and host of Embarrassing Bodies Dr. Christian Jessen. Nominations include James Bond and people who send emails.
Dad's Army
Series 3, Episode 13 - No Spring For FrazerWhen Frazer discovers that the butterfly spring for his Lewis gun has vanished, the platoon must face up to the reality of defending the coast without a machine gun. Unless they can find the piece, that is. Unfortunately, it could very well be inside a coffin - and not unaccompanied!
Only When I Larf
A repeat of this 1968 film.
Yesterday, Today & The Day Before
Episode 1Topical comedy show offering a female take on world events, with the first edition featuring panellists Suzi Ruffell, Sophie Duker, Maisie Adam and Steph McGovern.
Taskmaster
Series 11, Episode 10 - Activate JamaliCharlotte Ritchie stumbles into some sand, Lee Mack dunks Alex Horne, Sarah Kendall stacks some fish fingers, Jamali Maddix staggers around a bit and Mike Wozniak staggers absolutely everyone. Again.
There's Something About Movies
Series 4, Episode 2Jennifer Saunders and Tom Allen are joined by Richard E Grant. Guest captain Rob Brydon has Desiree Burch and Alan Davies on his team. Alan Carr hosts.
Mrs. Brown's Boys
Series 2, Episode 2 - Mammy's Coming!Agnes is upset that her son Trevor has been called back to the missions in Africa, but is determined to give him a massive send-off to remind him what a loving family he has back home in Ireland.
Guessable?
Series 2, Episode 6This week, Sara Pascoe invites comedians Katherine Ryan and Ed Gamble, plus Scarlett Moffatt and Gyles Brandreth, into the Comedy Central loft.
Growing Up Scottish
Series 1, Episode 3 - A Family & WatchThe comedians remember Scottish family life, and trips to the movies.
Mock The Week
Series 20, Episode 2Host Dara O Briain and team captain Hugh Dennis are joined by guests Ed Byrne, Catherine Bohart, Rhys James, Felicity Ward and Darren Harriott for an evening of topical panel discussion and laughs.
Meet The Richardsons
Series 2, Episode 7Jon and Lucy are thinking of moving to London but are struggling to tell the neighbours. So, to break the bad news they take them away for a camping trip in Bridlington. Red Dwarf legend Craig Charles comes around because he fancies buying a house with a pub. And is there a chance Lucy can play herself in her sitcom?
Celebrity Juice
Series 25, Episode 7Keith Lemon hosts as team captains Emily Atack and Laura Whitmore are joined by Katherine Ryan, Lawrence Chaney, Catherine Tyldesley and Maya Jama for more games, fun and anarchy.
We Are Lady Parts
Series 1, Episode 1 - Play SomethingAmina is torn between two different worlds and on the lookout for love, romance - and a husband.
Redknapp's Big Night Out
Episode 5Jamie Redknapp is with dad Harry and mate Tom Davis, as they chat with guests including John Bishop, David James, Tyson Fury, Judi Love and Declan Rice. Plus, Tom Grennan performs. James Corden is on video link.
Murder, They Hope
Series 1, Episode 2 - Evil Under The BunGemma and Terry heroically graduate from bunnies to bakers, when they are tasked with getting to the bottom of a poisoned pastry scandal as two rival baking families turn up the heat on a long-standing feud.
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.
Sliced
Series 1, Episode 2Naomi announces she's going on a date and Joshua tries to make her jealous by announcing that he's going on a date himself.
Joel & Nish Vs The World
Series 2, Episode 4 - TahitiComedians Joel Dommett and Nish Kumar go up against the rock lifters of Tahiti in a strongman competition, where the events include a fruit race and a dance off.
Roast Battle
Series 2, Episode 3Real-life couple Catherine Bohart and Sarah Keyworth battle it out, as do Mark Watson and Andrew Maxwell.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Episode 17Sean Lock and Greg Davies take on Jon Richardson and Holly Walsh. Susie Dent is joined by Vic Reeves in Dictionary Corner, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.
Harry Enfield & Chums
Series 1, Episode 5Hit 1990s sketch show starring Harry Enfield, Paul Whitehouse and Kathy Burke.
Taskmaster
Series 11, Episode 10 - Activate JamaliCharlotte Ritchie stumbles into some sand, Lee Mack dunks Alex Horne, Sarah Kendall stacks some fish fingers, Jamali Maddix staggers around a bit and Mike Wozniak staggers absolutely everyone. Again.
Famalam
Series 1, Episode 2Enter the golden age of Nollywood television, with a sneak peek of the latest binge-watch from Lagos, learn how to deal with an unwanted wingman, and get garage MC Scribbler P's take on the Winter Olympics.
Scot Squad
Series 3, Episode 2It's access to all departments in this week's Scot Squad as the spoof comedy flashes the spotlight on the good guys banging up the baddies across the land.
Roast Battle
Series 2, Episode 4Stephen Bailey takes on Darren Harriott, and Angela Barnes takes on Matt Richardson.
Harry Enfield & Chums
Series 1, Episode 6Hit 1990s sketch show starring Harry Enfield, Paul Whitehouse and Kathy Burke.
Mock The Week
Series 17, Episode 6Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis look back on events around the world along with guests Angela Barnes, Ed Byrne, Rhys James, Nish Kumar and Suzi Ruffell.
Al Murray Live: Barrel Of Fun
Britain's best-known pub philosopher serves up his own special brew of comic bar-room banter in his 2010 show, Barrel Of Fun.
Peep Show
Series 4, Episode 1 - Sophie's ParentsMark is now engaged to Sophie but is having crippling doubts. After being invited to spend Sophie's birthday weekend with her parents in the countryside he is desperate to impress them, but foolishly invites Jeremy to come along.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 3, Episode 4TV presenter Claudia Winkleman, stand-up comedian Jason Manford, presenter Clive Anderson and comic actress Miranda Hart are the celebrity guests on a quest for the truth this week.
My Favourite Sketch
Episode 4 - Johnny VegasTalking joyous nonsense and comedy sketches with Sally Phillips in this episode is freewheeling comedy legend Johnny Vegas. Johnny offers up an intriguing mix of the sketches that have played alongside his life and career, with comedy gold from Armando Iannucci, Steve Coogan, Simon Pegg and Matt Berry among his choices. And not forgetting Johnny's tribute re-enactment of his favourite sketch to close the show.
Room 101
Series 4, Episode 5 - Sara Pascoe, Jonathan Ross, Michael VaughanFrank Skinner is joined by stand-up Sara Pascoe, chat show host Jonathan Ross and ex-cricketer Michael Vaughan. Nominations literally include people who misuse the word "literally", Luis Suarez, and pick and mix.
The Stand Up Sketch Show
Series 3, Episode 1The return of the programme in which routines by renowned and up-and-coming comedians are reconstructed as sketches, featuring Russell Kane, Kojo Anim, Seann Walsh, Elf Lyons, Luke Kempner, Josh Weller and Jayde Adams.
Room 101
Series 4, Episode 6 - Victoria Coren Mitchell, Warwick Davis, Dr. Christian JessenFrank Skinner is joined by TV presenter and poker player Victoria Coren Mitchell, actor Warwick Davis and host of Embarrassing Bodies Dr. Christian Jessen. Nominations include James Bond and people who send emails.
Taskmaster
Series 8, Episode 8 - Aquatic Sewing MachineThis episode feature sand, beach balls, water and an angler's keepnet. There are also coffee pots, which don't help Joe Thomas, and a trumpet, which doesn't help Lou Sanders.
Harry Enfield & Chums
Series 1, Episode 5Hit 1990s sketch show starring Harry Enfield, Paul Whitehouse and Kathy Burke.
The Stand Up Sketch Show
Series 3, Episode 2Routines by comedians including Huge Davies, Judi Love, Alfie Brown, Bobby Mair, Suzi Ruffell, Iain Stirling and Russell Kane are reconstructed as sketches.
Peep Show
Series 4, Episode 1 - Sophie's ParentsMark is now engaged to Sophie but is having crippling doubts. After being invited to spend Sophie's birthday weekend with her parents in the countryside he is desperate to impress them, but foolishly invites Jeremy to come along.
Marley's Ghosts
Series 1, Episode 3The Vicar's developed an infatuation with neighbour Tina's son Gary, and Michael wants to give back to the world. When Adam learns of a daughter he never knew about we see him taking responsibility and proving to Marley that he would have been a good Dad.