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Television

TV schedule Friday 4th June 2021

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Image shows from L to R: Peggy Ollerenshaw (Su Pollard), Spike Dixon (Jeffrey Holland), Ted Bovis (Paul Shane), Yvonne Stuart-Hargreaves (Diane Holland), Julian Dalrymple-Sykes (Ben Aris), Gladys Pugh (Ruth Madoc), Sqdn-Ldr Clive Dempster DFC (David Griffin). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 8, Episode 2 - The Perils Of Peggy

Clive decides after a trip to Dempster Hall that Gladys is really the girl for him. However she has other ideas. But Peggy becomes the scapegoat in Ted's plan to make Clive look heroic and win back Gladys's heart.

U&Dave channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Taskmaster. Image shows from L to R: Alex Horne, Jo Brand. Copyright: Avalon Television

Taskmaster

Series 9, Episode 9 - Don't Like Them Go Bang

The five comics go undercover as they try to impress Greg Davies with their attempts at high-level espionage. Results, involving a white van, a newspaper and a paper cup, are mixed. Meanwhile, Greg's simpering secretary Alex Horne observes with barely concealed glee as Ed Gamble shaves his knees and Jo Brand finds an alternative use for her earring.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:40pm (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 3, Episode 1 - But Is It Art?

When Bryan and Elgin suffer a housing crisis Boycie and Marlene offer them sanctuary, but Boycie's benevolence towards his workers brings an unexpected reward of immortality.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Uncle Albert (Buster Merryfield), Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 4, Episode 4 - It's Only Rock And Roll

Rodney's joined a band (on drums), and really believes that they could be the next big thing. Del's not so convinced, but, spying an opportunity to make a few bob, offers to act as their manager. Their first gig doesn't go well at all, but which one of the brothers will be proved right?

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 7:35pm (repeat)
Still Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Mrs Rossi (Sue Holderness), Madge (Brigit Forsyth), Mrs Featherstone (Stephanie Cole), Jasmine (Archie Panjabi), Kath Agnew (Sally Lindsay)

Still Open All Hours

Series 6, Episode 5

Granville creates a special blend of snuff, but will his customers notice any beneficial effects?

U&Dave channel logo 7:40pm (repeat)
Room 101. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 4, Episode 2 - Jack Dee, Gary Lineker, Fay Ripley

Frank Skinner is joined by comedian Jack Dee, footballer-turned-pundit Gary Lineker and actress Fay Ripley. Nominations include hand dryers, internet trolls and people who tell the truth.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Image shows from L to R: Private Godfrey (Arnold Ridley), Lance Corporal Jones (Clive Dunn), Private Walker (James Beck), Captain Mainwaring (Arthur Lowe), Private Frazer (John Laurie), Sergeant Wilson (John Le Mesurier), Private Pike (Ian Lavender)

Dad's Army

Series 4, Episode 8 - The Two And A Half Feathers

The Home Guard get a new private in their ranks, who just so happens to know Jones. However, their relationship is not a happy one with the new arrival claiming that Jones left him in the desert to die. It is down to Jones to unearth the truth.

U&Dave channel logo 8:20pm (repeat)
Room 101. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 4, Episode 3 - Fiona Bruce, Ray Mears, Katherine Ryan

Frank Skinner is joined by newsreader Fiona Bruce, survivalist Ray Mears and Canadian comedian Katherine Ryan. Nominations include nappies, bread and Cheryl Cole.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 8:30pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Richard Osman, Jennifer Saunders, Rob Brydon, Joe Sugg, Steph McGovern. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 13, Episode 6

Rob Brydon, David Mitchell and Lee Mack are joined by Steph McGovern, Richard Osman, Jennifer Saunders and Joe Sugg.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Image shows from L to R: Private Godfrey (Arnold Ridley), Lance Corporal Jones (Clive Dunn), Private Walker (James Beck), Captain Mainwaring (Arthur Lowe), Private Frazer (John Laurie), Sergeant Wilson (John Le Mesurier), Private Pike (Ian Lavender)

Dad's Army

Series 4, Episode 9 - Mum's Army

Mainwaring decides to invite more women to help the Home Guard. One of these women, Mrs Gray, catches his eye. Could this be the path to love?

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9pm
30 min
Have I Got News For You. Aisling Bea

Have I Got News For You

Series 61, Episode 9

Aisling Bea takes to the host's chair for her programme debut. Ian and Paul are joined by comedian and actor Roisin Conaty & BBC newsreader and the recently-announced new host of Mastermind, Clive Myrie.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series K, Episode 4 - Knits & Knots

With Sue Perkins, Ross Noble and David Mitchell.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Patsy (Joanna Lumley), Edina (Jennifer Saunders). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 2, Episode 2 - Death

Edina's father is dead, but is it art? Struggling to grasp the concept of mourning, Edina begins to worry about her own mortality, prompting a lavish spending spree. Meanwhile, Gran and Saffron make funeral arrangements while Edina and Patsy, drunk, finally decide to attend.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm
30 min
This Time With Alan Partridge. Image shows from L to R: Professor Rebecca Burns (Eleanor Matsuura), Alan Partridge (Steve Coogan). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

This Time With Alan Partridge

Series 2, Episode 6

A special regal edition sees a member of the Royal family welcomed to the studio. But can Alan maintain his dignity in the face of a career-defining setback?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
Gimme Gimme Gimme. Image shows from L to R: Linda (Kathy Burke), Tom (James Dreyfus). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Gimme Gimme Gimme

Series 1, Episode 4 - Do They Take Sugar?

Tom is equally horrified and ecstatic to discover that his favourite soap actress and gay icon, Sugar Walls, is in fact Linda's sister. When she arrives at the flat unexpectedly, the pair's lives appear to be changing for the good.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
60 min
The Last Leg. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Adam Hills, Alex Brooker

The Last Leg

Series 22, Episode 1

Adam Hills, Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker are joined by celebrity guests Rob Beckett and Sara Pascoe for a comic review of the significant moments of the past seven days.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
Russell Howard Stands Up To The World. Image shows from L to R: Sam Neill, Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard Stands Up To The World

Episode 1

Russell begins his trip in New Zealand, where he tries manu dive bombing and visits Sam Neill's farm.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40pm (repeat)
Men Behaving Badly. Image shows from L to R: Gary Strang (Martin Clunes), Dorothy (Caroline Quentin), Tony Smart (Neil Morrissey), Deborah (Leslie Ash). Copyright: Hartswood Films Ltd

Men Behaving Badly

A selection of episodes from the fourth series of the laddish sitcom.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 11pm (repeat)
There's Something About Movies. Image shows from L to R: Tom Allen, Jennifer Saunders

There's Something About Movies

Series 4, Episode 4

Alan Carr hosts the comedy panel show, with team captains Jennifer Saunders and Rob Brydon welcoming guests Guz Khan, Nathalie Emmanuel and Clara Amfo.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 11:10pm (repeat)
The Jonathan Ross Show. Jonathan Ross. Copyright: Hot Sauce / ITV Studios

The Jonathan Ross Show

Series 17, Episode 8 - Jeremy Clarkson, Alesha Dixon, Steve Coogan, Emma Thompson, Emma Stone, Niall Horan, Anne-Marie

The host welcomes presenter Jeremy Clarkson, Britain's Got Talent judge Alesha Dixon and actors Steve Coogan, Emma Thompson and Emma Stone. Plus, Niall Horan and Anne-Marie chat and perform together in the studio.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:45pm (repeat)
A Fish Called Wanda. Image shows from L to R: Otto West (Kevin Kline), Wanda Gershwitz (Jamie Lee Curtis), Archie Leach (John Cleese), Ken Pile (Michael Palin)

A Fish Called Wanda

A black comedy starring John Cleese and Michael Palin. A con artist uses her female charms to steal a stash of jewels.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky Midnight (repeat)
Bloods. Image shows from L to R: Jo (Lucy Punch), Carl (Adam Sina). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Bloods

Series 1, Episode 5 - Siren Song

Wendy discovers Maleek is a talented singer, but refuses to sing after a traumatic teenage experience, so tries everything she can to hear his voice. Jo gets lucky with a male nurse and tries to use it to make Lawrence jealous. Kareshma resorts to desperate measures to get rid of Gary.

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