British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Television

TV schedule Thursday 9th September 2021

CITV 5pm
15 min
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 2, Episode 21 - Cheer Grimsby

Dave and his friends are enlisted as cheerleaders for their school sports team - with the help of Gran, they are going to put on the best - and only - cheer performance their Grimsby school has ever seen...

CITV 5:15pm
15 min
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 2, Episode 22 - A Wig Improvement

Betty gives Dave a bad haircut ahead of the annual community disco - finding a solution in the shape of a fetching wig made from donkey hair, Dave discovers that his new stylish hairpiece comes with a few side effects...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason), Grandad (Lennard Pearce). Copyright: BBC

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...

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 6pm (repeat)
Rob And Romesh Vs. Image shows from L to R: Romesh Ranganathan, Rob Beckett. Copyright: CPL Productions

Rob And Romesh Vs

Series 2, Episode 1 - Ballet

The boys have been given exclusive behind the scenes access to the Birmingham Royal Ballet Company who put them through their paces as they find out the hard way just how tough ballet is. They meet one of the greatest dancers of his generation and the Birmingham Royal Ballet's creative director, Carlos Acosta, and they will even be given roles in a real performance of Swan Lake?

U&Dave channel logo 6pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Bill Bailey, Alan Davies, Stephen Fry, Jenny Eclair, Johnny Vegas. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series M, Christmas Special - Merriment

With Bill Bailey, Jenny Eclair and Johnny Vegas.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:40pm (repeat)
Are You Being Served?. Image shows from L to R: Mrs. Betty Slocombe (Mollie Sugden), Miss Shirley Brahms (Wendy Richard), Mr. Dick Lucas (Trevor Bannister), Mr. Cuthbert Rumbold (Nicholas Smith), Mr. Mash (Larry Martyn), Mr. Ernest Grainger (Arthur Brough), Mr. Wilberforce Humphries (John Inman), Captain Stephen Peacock (Frank Thornton). Copyright: BBC

Are You Being Served?

Series 10, Episode 7 - The Pop Star

Mr. Spooner's singing talents attract the ears of a record producer, who decides to give him his big break. Much to Spooner's chagrin, the rest of the staff want in on the action too.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20pm (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 2, Episode 2 - Here's To You, Mrs Boyce

Boycie considers a move into local politics. Bryan's ex-fiancée finds a cure for lesbianism. Tyler fails to score at Rugby, but creates a good impression. Marlene provides momentary distraction during Tyler's maths coursework, until Boycie steps in with his first aid knowledge.

U&Dave channel logo 7:40pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Germaine Greer, David Mitchell, Alan Davies, Rob Brydon, Richard Osman, Lee Mack, Jermaine Jenas. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 9, Episode 4

This week the guests joining Lee Mack and David Mitchell are Alan Davies, Richard Osman, Professor Germaine Greer and Jermaine Jenas.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Trigger (Roger Lloyd Pack). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 6, Episode 3 - Chain Gang

When 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.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 8pm
60 min
Joe Lycett's Got Your Back. Clara Amfo

Joe Lycett's Got Your Back

Series 3, Episode 4

Radio 1 DJ Clara Amfo joins the host as he bags up a massive financial victory with the Co-op. Plus, with the help of the SAS, Joe travels to Scotland to look into deliveries in the Highlands, and comedian Rosie Jones ramps up the pressure on accessible renting.

U&Dave channel logo 8:20pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series L, Episode 10 - Lying

With Adam Hills, Sara Pascoe and Jack Whitehall.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm
60 min
Image shows from L to R: Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy

Comedy Legends

Series 4, Episode 6 - Laurel & Hardy

Barry Cryer pays tribute to much-loved double act Laurel and Hardy, whose slapstick comedy style brought them international fame.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 9pm
60 min
A League Of Their Own. Nish Kumar. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 16, Episode 4

Joining Romesh, Jamie and Freddie this week are comedians Nish Kumar, Jo Brand and Catherine Bohart. Together, the crew try out some aerial yoga, take on the wall in a speed climbing challenge, and endure a Storm Warning in the final challenge.

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

QI

Series M, Episode 9 - Messing With Your Mind

With Tommy Tiernan, Sarah Millican and Josh Widdicombe.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:10pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Trigger (Roger Lloyd Pack). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 6, Episode 5 - Sickness & Wealth

Del is reluctant to go to the doctor's with his "jippy" tummy. He's also suffering cash flow problems, and - unbeknownst to Rodney - the family face eviction from the flat. A chance comment from Albert could hold the solution; or it could make things far worse.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 10pm
60 min
The Russell Howard Hour. Image shows from L to R: Iain Stirling, Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

The Russell Howard Hour

Series 5, Episode 1

Russell Howard is joined by Iain Stirling, Katie Piper and Aaron Simmonds to put the world to rights in the fifth series of his hit comedy news show.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 10pm
30 min
The Scotts. Image shows from L to R: Vincent Scott (Robert Florence), Colette Scott (Louise McCarthy), Henry Scott (Iain Connell)

The Scotts

Series 1, Episode 1

Henry wants to settle family differences with a boys' night but, not to be outdone, Colette organises her own girls' night. Let the games begin! The ensuing revelries mix champagne, a hot tub, head-turning tiger-print swimming trunks, karaoke and a one-armed push-up contest. As both sets of Scotts party on long into the night, secrets get blabbed and home truths are uncovered.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
QI. Jo Brand

QI

Series S, Episode 1 - Sick

Sandi Toksvig returns with a "well sick" edition, joined by regular panellist Alan Davies, along with Maisie Adam, Jo Brand and Lee Mack.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
60 min
Late Night Mash. Rose Johnson. Copyright: Zeppotron

Late Night Mash

Series 1, Episode 2

Nish Kumar gives his take on proposed National Insurance rises, Ahir Shah addresses birth statistics, and there's a special crossover with The Great British Makeover.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:25pm
60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Gina Yashere. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 12, Episode 3 - Gina Yashere, Ellie Taylor, Sam Simmons

In this week's third episode, multi-award winning Gina Yashere hosts as she introduces surreal Australian comedian Sam Simmons and rising comedy star Ellie Taylor to the stage.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 11pm (repeat)
Rob And Romesh Vs. Image shows from L to R: Rob Beckett, Romesh Ranganathan. Copyright: CPL Productions

Rob And Romesh Vs

Series 1, Episode 2 - The NFL

As Super Bowl fever takes over the world, Rob and Romesh go on a mission to learn all about America's best loved sport.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Taskmaster. Alex Horne. Copyright: Avalon Television

Taskmaster

Series 8, Episode 2 - A Novel About Russian Gulags

Lou Sanders displays some unusual facial hair, Iain Stirling's beatboxing causes him some problems and Paul Sinha shows off his full acting range. As usual, Alex Horne provides data analysis in his role as the Taskmaster's private secretary and live-in companion.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:25pm (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell), Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 7, Episode 3 - A Beautiful Mind

Jeremy attempts to impress Zahra by holding a book group at the flat, but apart from Mr Nice, Jeremy has never read a book. Mark meanwhile is worried that he is unable to satisfy Dobby's sexual needs, and decides to purchase some help.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV Midnight (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell), Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 7, Episode 4 - Nether Zone

It's the day of Mark's baby's christening and he arranges to pick up Jeremy, the baby's godfather, from Zahra's flat on his way to the church. But unfortunately the lads get locked in the hallway.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Andy Parsons, Dara O Briain, Hugh Dennis. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 13, Episode 7

Dara O Briain hosts the topical panel show as guests Ed Byrne, Gary Delaney, Katherine Ryan and Josh Widdicombe take a satirical swipe at the week's news.

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