British Comedy Guide

Television

TV schedule Monday 20th December 2021

Talking Pictures TV 6am (repeat)
Talking Pictures TV

Crackerjack

A repeat of this 1938 film.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 4, Episode 6 - More About More And More

The Twirlywoos are on a beach watching a boy build sandcastles.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:20am (repeat)
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 2, Episode 16 - The Frog Log Bridge

During a game of Follow the Leader on Far Away Island, Bitz and Bob bump into Ranger Bevel, who is helping guide some frogs to water.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7am (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 4, Episode 1 - Cones

The flock hear the enticing tunes of an ice cream van approaching and quickly hatch a plan to divert it into their field. While the driver seeks help, the flock have great fun with an endless supply of ice cream - but will they be able to cover their tracks before they're discovered?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:05am (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 22 - Happy Boom Day!

Danger Mouse's plan to hold a surprise party for Professor Squawkencluck is undone when the Baron releases killer birthday presents into the world.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:15am (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 23 - Frankensquawk's Monster

When Professor Squawkencluck's mum comes to visit a gigantic enraged rubbish monster is not far behind.

U&Drama channel logo 7:20am (repeat)
Bread. Image shows from L to R: Joey Boswell (Graham Bickley), Aveline Boswell (Melanie Hill), Nellie Boswell (Jean Boht), Grandad (Kenneth Waller), Shifty (Bryan Murray), Adrian Boswell (Jonathon Morris), Billy Boswell (Nick Conway), Freddie Boswell (Ronald Forfar). Copyright: BBC

Bread

Series 4, Episode 12

Freddie has a turn for the worse and returns to the family, but a battle over who should look after him breaks out when Lilo Lill turns up. Aveline's wedding is now finally confirmed and Joey misses another rendezvous with Roxy.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:30am (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 26 - Teacher Off

Miss Mistry and Mrs Creecher clash over the best way to teach Class 3C about butterflies.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40am (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 4, Episode 1

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

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:40am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 28 - Wolong Panda Reserve, China

Lars and Foz are in the Wolong Nature Reserve in China, taking care of the 2,000 pandas that live in the wild there.

U&Drama channel logo 7:55am (repeat)
Bread. Image shows from L to R: Joey Boswell (Graham Bickley), Aveline Boswell (Melanie Hill), Nellie Boswell (Jean Boht), Grandad (Kenneth Waller), Shifty (Bryan Murray), Adrian Boswell (Jonathon Morris), Billy Boswell (Nick Conway), Freddie Boswell (Ronald Forfar). Copyright: BBC

Bread

Series 4, Episode 13

The preparations for Aveline's wedding are chaotic with arguments aplenty, but these things never run smoothly - especially when Yizzel and his mate are in charge of the wedding cars.

CITV 8am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 1 - In The Wild

Mr Bean goes deep into the countryside in search of the perfect wildlife photograph.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8:05am (repeat)
That's My Boy. Image shows from L to R: Ida Willis (Mollie Sugden), Robert Price (Christopher Blake), Angie Price (Jennifer Lonsdale). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

That's My Boy

Series 5, Episode 3 - Jezebel

Ida - and by extension, Angie - takes quite the exception to an attractive blonde in the village; a particularly awkward development as Robert prepares to give a speech to the Young Wives Group, to which she belongs.

CITV 8:15am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 2 - Missing Teddy

Bean tracks down the men responsible for kidnapping his teddy - only to find he is not their only captive!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:20am (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 4, Episode 2 - Caught Short Alien

When Shaun's old friend the Alien drops by for a much-needed loo break, Shaun is only too happy to let him use the facilities in the Farmhouse. While he's going about his business he leaves Shaun in charge of his intriguing new gadget.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:25am (repeat)
Still Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Leroy (James Baxter), Granville (David Jason). Copyright: BBC

Still Open All Hours

Series 4, Christmas Special

It's Christmas in the nation's favourite corner shop, but some of Granville's most important customers have plans to leave town.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8:40am (repeat)
On The Buses. Jack Harper (Bob Grant). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 4, Episode 4 - The Other Woman

After a family social evening in the works' canteen where Arthur becomes rather too friendly with one of the clippies, Mum and Olive are outraged - and he promptly leaves to stay with his sister.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9am (repeat)
Nativity 2: Danger In The Manger!. Image shows from L to R: David Peterson (David Tennant), Mr Poppy (Marc Wootton). Copyright: Mirrorball Films

Nativity 2: Danger In The Manger!

Comedy sequel starring Marc Wootton and David Tennant. This year, the pupils of St Bernadette's intend to compete in a national singing competition.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:05am (repeat)
A Grand Day Out With Wallace And Gromit. Credit: BBC, Channel 4 Television Corporation, Aardman Animations

A Grand Day Out With Wallace And Gromit

Oscar-nominated claymation in which a Yorkshireman and his canine companion venture to the Moon.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 9:10am (repeat)
The Darling Buds Of May. Pop Larkin (David Jason)

The Darling Buds Of May

Series 2, Episode 3 - Stranger At The Gates (Part 1)

The children adore him, Mariette seems to fancy him and Ma has a twinkle in her eye. Even Pop is won over by his hard work on the farm. But Charley is jealous of the young blonde stranger, and the sparks fly when it turns out that Pieter is not exactly what he says he is...

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:15am (repeat)
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 2, Episode 17 - Up, Up And Away

It's the day of the kite festival and first up are Zip and Pop, who dazzle the crowd with their performance.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:35am (repeat)
The Wrong Trousers. Credit: Aardman Animations

The Wrong Trousers

Oscar-winning claymation from Nick Park. It is Gromit's birthday, and Wallace gives him a pair of mechanical techno trousers that cause a stir.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:35am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 30 - The Boreal Forest, Canada

Grandmaster Glitch's Grimbots really need some cuddles, so it's down to Glitch to find them a new teddy bear!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:15am (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

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

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 10:25am (repeat)
The Darling Buds Of May. Pop Larkin (David Jason)

The Darling Buds Of May

Series 2, Episode 4 - Stranger At The Gates (Part 2)

Charley accidentally discovers that Pieter is German, and suddenly he finds he is no longer welcome. The children can't understand why he had to go, so Pop does his best to explain about the war.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 10:25am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 9, Episode 1 - I'll Never Forget Whats'ername

Arthur is determined that his pub quiz team will defeat their old rivals. Unfortunately, his star performer is an escaped convict with the law on his trail.

ITVBe 10:25am (repeat)
Sooty. Richard (Richard Cadell). Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 3, Episode 2 - Wash 'n' Wax

Sooty opens a car wash and hairdressing salon. Guest starring Lisa Riley.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 10:25am (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: Andrew Flintoff, Romesh Ranganathan, Jamie Redknapp

A League Of Their Own

Series 16, Christmas Special

The boys get ready to celebrate Christmas as Romesh Ranganathan, Freddie Flintoff and Jamie Redknapp mark the festive season as only they know how.

CITV 10:50am (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

A selection of episodes from the first and second series of the animated comedy starring Johnny Vegas.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:25am (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 30 - Queen Of The Weevils

Our hero's lack of belief in wizardry comes back to bite him as an evil Magical Queen, the Queen of Weevils, is released and determined to take revenge on the world.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:40am (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 31 - Hail Hydrant

Danger Mouse discovers he's lost out on the Agent Of The Month award to Jeopardy Mouse, and must travel to New York for a lesson and to take on the criminal organisation known as Hydrant.

CITV 12pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 12:10pm (repeat)
Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Series 2, Episode 23 - Timmy's Snowball

While playing in the snow, Timmy makes a little snowball - which immediately becomes his best friend.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:15pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 5, Christmas Special

Plans to hold a pageant don't go quite as Hyacinth anticipated. Could this be remotely connected to the fact that she is organising it?

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 12:15pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 31 - Timgad Ruins, Algeria

The Go Jetters travel to Algeria in north Africa to check out the ancient Timgad Ruins.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:25pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

A selection of episodes from the second series of the Beano creation.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 12:45pm (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 2, Episode 1 - Waffle's Ball Pit Pond

It's the hottest day of the year and Waffle is eating ice cream to cool down.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1pm (repeat)
Trust Morecambe & Wise.... Lenny Henry

Trust Morecambe & Wise...

Episode 1 - Culture And Sophistication

Lenny Henry is joined by guests including Glenda Jackson and Hugh Dennis to reveal how Morecambe & Wise can tell us all we need to know about being cultured and sophisticated.

U&Dave channel logo 1pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

A selection of three episodes of the lie-based panel game.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:10pm (repeat)
4 O'Clock Club. Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Club

Series 9, Episode 2 - Anniversary

Eleesha celebrates her seven-year friend-i-versary with Fleur - but Katie has other ideas!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

The Final Specials, Christmas Special - Strangers On The Shore

With the family fortune squandered, Del and Rodney set off for France to attend a memorial service in memory of Uncle Albert's old shipmates from the war. On the way back the Trotters pick up some rather unexpected cargo!

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 2pm (repeat)
Joyce Grenfell

Comedy Legends

Series 4, Episode 4 - Joyce Grenfell

Barry Cryer pays tribute to singer, comedian and actress Joyce Grenfell, whose films included The Belles Of St. Trinian's, The Magic Box and The Happiest Days Of Your Life.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:35pm (repeat)
Nova Jones. Credit: JAM Media

Nova Jones

Series 1, Episode 10 - Nova Remembers Everything

Excited to discuss her favourite hits on Bobbles' chart show, Nova has her personality accidentally wiped as she goes on air. Can Nova remember herself through her songs?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3pm (repeat)
Danny & Mick. Image shows from L to R: Mick (Mick Potts), Danny (Danny Adams). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Danny & Mick

Series 1, Episode 6 - Roller Disco

Danny and Mick get their skates on in order to get their jobs done in time for the roller disco - that spells wheely big trouble for everyone.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:10pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 2, Episode 38 - Fireside Favourite

Bitzer has caught a cold, and the farmer decides to tuck him up in the house to recover. In doing so, Pidsley the cat is ousted from his favourite spot next to the fire. The mean cat attempts various ways to remove the snotty dog, while the sheep do their best to keep Bitzer where he needs to be.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:15pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 12 - The Fan

Walter attempts to ruin The Dinmakers' chance of reaching fame. He will stop at nothing - even wearing a frock, and pretending to be a fan called Wanda who loves Dennis in order to break up the band!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:30pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 13 - Screwtop Spudswap

Dennis is desperate to prevent Pieface from failing Mrs Creecher's maths test! He persuades the gang to use Professor Von Screwtop's mind-swapping device. But in a disastrous turn of events, Screwtop is on the loose with the brain of Paul the potato and Pieface is left with a potato with the brain of Screwtop to help get him through the test!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:40pm (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 4, Episode 1

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

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 3:50pm (repeat)
The Darling Buds Of May. Pop Larkin (David Jason)

The Darling Buds Of May

Series 2, Episode 6 - A Season Of Heavenly Gifts (Part 2)

Pop is still sitting on a horde of cash - but whose money is it? Marcus Cope is determined to find it and stop Charley buying the hop garden. Montgomery is unhappy at naval college, but the Brigadier thinks he has a solution.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:25pm (repeat)
Trust Morecambe & Wise.... Lenny Henry

Trust Morecambe & Wise...

Episode 1 - Culture And Sophistication

Lenny Henry is joined by guests including Glenda Jackson and Hugh Dennis to reveal how Morecambe & Wise can tell us all we need to know about being cultured and sophisticated.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 4:40pm (repeat)
A Matter Of Loaf And Death. Copyright: Aardman Animations

A Matter Of Loaf And Death

A spoof of murder mysteries is in store as Wallace and Gromit start running their own bakery: Top Bun. However, there's a Cereal Killer on the loose.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 4:50pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 9, Episode 2 - No Way To Treat A Daley

The chance acquisition of a giant balloon introduces Arthur to the lucrative world of aerial advertising.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:50pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 14 - Danger Fan

Shortly after Danger Mouse's biggest fan comes to visit members of the team start to disappear.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:55pm (repeat)
The Darling Buds Of May. Pop Larkin (David Jason)

The Darling Buds Of May

Series 2, Episode 6 - A Season Of Heavenly Gifts (Part 2)

Pop is still sitting on a horde of cash - but whose money is it? Marcus Cope is determined to find it and stop Charley buying the hop garden. Montgomery is unhappy at naval college, but the Brigadier thinks he has a solution.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:15pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 32 - Everglades National Park, Florida

The Go Jetters are visiting the Everglades National Park in Florida, USA.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:25pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

The Final Specials, Christmas Special - Sleepless In Peckham

With the bankruptcy court ordering the family home in Nelson Mandela house to be auctioned, the Trotters' financial nightmare is fast approaching meltdown.

Combined with Cassandra about to give birth at anytime, Marlene's mysterious disappearance and Trigger behaving even more bizarrely than usual, its little wonder that no one is sleeping soundly in Peckham.

U&Dave channel logo 6pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI Logo. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series H, Episode 8 - Hypothetical

With Sandi Toksvig, Johnny Vegas, and the creator of QI John Lloyd.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6pm (repeat)
4 O'Clock Club. Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Club

Series 8, Christmas Special - Christmas Past

Christmas is coming, but there isn't much in the way of cheer at the flat or at school.

BBC Two 6:15pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Christmas Special - The Desperate Hours

Hauled in front of the governor after being caught with illicit Christmas booze, Fletcher and Godber become embroiled in Urwin's escape bid as he holds Mr Barrowclough and the governor's secretary hostage.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:30pm (repeat)
Nova Jones. Credit: JAM Media

Nova Jones

Series 1, Episode 1 - Friends Of Nova

Eco-minded McLaren prevents environmental disaster as unwanted gifts from Nova's fans pollute a nearby planet.

U&Dave channel logo 6:40pm (repeat)
CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:50pm (repeat)
Nova Jones. Nova (Molly Rainford)

Nova Jones

Comedy-adventure series about an 18-year-old popstar and her 12-year-old sister and manager.

U&W channel logo 7pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Roger Bailey Jr. (Keiron Self), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 5, Christmas Special - Glad Tidings We Bring

Christmas for Susan means the ideal opportunity to take control of Ben, that is until Janey arrives home and makes the big announcement: she is getting married!

BBC Two Wales. Copyright: BBC 7pm (repeat)
Tudur's TV Flashback. Tudur Owen

TV Flashback

Series 5, Episode 3 - West Wales

Tudur is off to wild west Wales. It's a world of coracles, creepy crypts and terrier racing, full of lively characters from the nation's TV past.

BBC Two 7pm (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 7, Episode 6 - Turkey Dinner

During a drunken evening, Jones and his men accidentally shoot a turkey. Having failed to establish the bird's rightful owner, they decide the best thing to do is to offer the older residents of Walmington a turkey dinner.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:05pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Image shows left to right: Ebenezer Blackadder (Rowan Atkinson), Baldrick (Tony Robinson). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

1988 Specials, Christmas Special - Blackadder's Christmas Carol

Ebenezer Blackadder is the kindest man in England, until a visit from the Spirit of Christmas helps him to see the error of his ways.

U&Drama channel logo 7:20pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 6, Episode 3 - The Odd Dog Men

A chance encounter with an unwilling and resentful dog-walker suggests to Foggy that this might just be the business opportunity he has been waiting for all his life. With the reluctant assistance of Compo and Clegg, he sets out to prove that 'walkies' could mean big money for them.

CITV 7:20pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

A selection of episodes from the first and second series of the animated comedy starring Johnny Vegas.

U&Dave channel logo 7:20pm (repeat)
CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:20pm (repeat)
Hank Zipzer. Image shows from L to R: Hank Zipzer (Nick James), Mr Rock (Henry Winkler)

Hank Zipzer

Series 3, Episode 13 - The Crunchy Pickle

Rosa has the option to move the whole family to New York and open a new branch of the deli.

U&Drama channel logo 8pm (repeat)
Jonathan Creek. Image shows from L to R: Jonathan Creek (Alan Davies), Maddy Magellan (Caroline Quentin). Copyright: BBC

Jonathan Creek

Series 2, Episode 5 - The Problem At Gallows Gate (Part 2)

As Jonathan develops an unhealthy obsession with stockings and Maddy becomes infuriated with his s-less typewriter, they look as unlikely as the police to solve the killed-by-a-dead-man conundrum.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (repeat)
Trust Morecambe & Wise.... Lenny Henry

Trust Morecambe & Wise...

Episode 2 - Work And Money

Lenny Henry is joined by guests Michael Grade, John Thomson, Gary Morecambe and Angela Rippon - to reveal how Morecambe and Wise can tell us all we need to know about work and money.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
Rob And Romesh Vs. Image shows from L to R: Romesh Ranganathan, Rob Beckett

Rob And Romesh Vs

Christmas Special - Rob & Romesh Vs Christmas

A festive special in which Rob Beckett and Romesh Ranganathan join the circus, teaming up with West End and Big Top show Zippos. They learn how to do acrobatics, contortion and knife throwing ahead of their final Christmas performance at Winter Wonderland.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8pm (repeat)
Almost Never. Image shows from L to R: Harry (Harry Still), Nate (Nathaniel Dass), Oakley (Oakley Orchard). Copyright: Saltbeef TV

Almost Never

Series 2, Christmas Special - Christmas Wonderland

Everyone is feeling Christmassy, and Nate and Chloe are finally an item.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 8:30pm
30 min
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows left to right: Ardal O'Hanlon, Rose Matafeo, David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack, Angela Rippon, Jim Broadbent

Would I Lie To You?

Christmas Special - Would I Lie To You? At Christmas

David Mitchell is joined by Jim Broadbent and Rose Matafeo while Lee Mack is joined by Angela Rippon and Ardal O'Hanlon.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Smithy (James Corden), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Pam (Alison Steadman), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Bryn (Rob Brydon), Mick (Larry Lamb). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Christmas Special

For Gavin and Stacey, parenthood continues to present them with several challenges, their 'baby' now being ten.

Comedy Central 9pm (repeat)
Michael McIntyre's Showtime. Michael McIntyre. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Michael McIntyre's Showtime

TV broadcast of Michael McIntyre's number one best-selling 2012 stand-up DVD.

BBC Two 9pm
30 min
QI

QI

Series S, Christmas Special - Season's Greetings

Sandi Toksvig hosts a festive edition of the quite interesting quiz, with panellists Bonnie Langford, Joe Lycett, Sally Phillips and regular guest Alan Davies. The seasonal subjects starting with "S" include School Nativity Success Statistics and the secrets of Shiraz and Sprouts. Plus, a candlelit General Ignorance, unanswerable questions, questionable answers, and a scoring system even the Three Wise Men couldn't fathom.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 13, Out-takes - More Unseen Bits

Host Rob Brydon and team captains Lee Mack and David Mitchell return for another episode of previously unseen material from the hit comedy panel show.

BBC Four 9pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 2, Christmas Special - The Father Christmas Suit

Richard is full of Christmas spirit but this only threatens to hinder Hyacinth's plans for him to distribute gifts at the Vicar's party for the elderly.

BBC Two 9:30pm
30 min
Two Doors Down. Image shows from L to R: Beth (Arabella Weir), Eric (Alex Norton), Michelle (Joy McAvoy), Ian (Jamie Quinn), Gordon (Kieran Hodgson), Alan (Graeme Stevely), Cathy (Doon Mackichan), Colin (Jonathan Watson), Christine (Elaine C. Smith)

Two Doors Down

Series 5, Christmas Special

It is merry and bright over at Michelle and Alan's as they welcome the neighbours for a festive get-together. But Christine is feeling vulnerable after Beth and Eric agree to a last-minute invitation to spend Christmas away, Gordon is irritating Ian with all his fussing, and Cathy is desperate to find the "real" party, so Michelle struggles to keep the evening on track.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 9:35pm (repeat)
In The Long Run. Image shows from L to R: Agnes (Madeline Appiah), Walter (Idris Elba), Rajesh (Neil D'Souza)

In The Long Run

Series 2, Christmas Special

Walter is obsessed with Christmas, hosting the annual Easmon party alongside Agnes with Bagpipes providing a British smorgasbord of cuisine to the West African party.

U&Dave channel logo 9:40pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Joe Lycett, Ruth Madeley, David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack, Joe Swash, Jo Brand. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Christmas Special - Would I Lie To You? At Christmas

Rob Brydon, Lee Mack and David Mitchell return for a seasonal special. Joining them are guests Jo Brand, Joe Lycett, Joe Swash and Ruth Madeley.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 10pm
Lost At Christmas. Image shows from L to R: Jen (Natalie Clark), Rob (Kenny Boyle)

Lost At Christmas

Scottish romantic comedy set amidst a Christmas road-trip.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm (repeat)
Ladies Of Letters. Image shows from L to R: Vera Small (Anne Reid), Irene Spencer (Maureen Lipman). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Ladies Of Letters

Series 2, Episode 3

Safely abroad, Irene boasts about her new life in Australia - the fabulous weather, the delicious wine, an adorable granddaughter, and a handsome suitor called Vincent - to Vera.

Comedy Central 10pm (repeat)
Lee Evans - Big - Live At The O2. Lee Evans. Copyright: Little Mo Films

Lee Evans - Big - Live At The O2

A TV broadcast of Lee Evans's record-breaking tour, which played to over half a million fans across the UK. Infectious stand-up from the top comic.

BBC Two 10pm
20 min
Mandy. Mandy (Diane Morgan)

Mandy

Christmas Special - We Wish You A Mandy Christmas

What is the true essence of Christmas? Is it the glimmer in a schoolboy's expectant eye as he opens his pillowcase on Christmas morning?

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm
30 min
The Stand Up Sketch Show

The Stand Up Sketch Show

Christmas Special

Routines by Russell Kane, Seann Walsh, Dane Baptiste, Glenn Moore, Lily Phillips, Nabil Abdulrashid, Bella Hull and Vidura Rajapaksa are brought to life in sketch form.

BBC Two 10:20pm (repeat)
Motherland. Image shows from L to R: Amanda (Lucy Punch), Anne (Philippa Dunne), Meg (Tanya Moodie), Julia (Anna Maxwell Martin), Liz (Diane Morgan), Kevin (Paul Ready)

Motherland

Christmas Special

If it's Christmas, it's time for Amanda's Annual Seasonal Soiree (dress code; tinsel and tiaras!). Nothing says festive like Evil Santa, a thirty-foot Christmas tree and very strict rules about where you can and can't drink mulled wine.

U&Dave channel logo 10:20pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series L, Episode 1 - L-Animals

With Ross Noble, Sarah Millican and Colin Lane.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:25pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows left to right: Tim (Tim Vine), Lee (Lee Mack), Lucy (Sally Bretton)

Not Going Out

Series 2, Christmas Special - Murder At Christmas

Lee's plan to spend time alone with Lucy at Christmas is threatened by the presence of Tim, Daisy, Tim and Lucy's parents, and even Barbara, doing the cooking. All seems to be going well until a murder mystery game brings family tensions to a head.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 10:30pm (repeat)
Ladies Of Letters. Image shows from L to R: Vera Small (Anne Reid), Irene Spencer (Maureen Lipman). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Ladies Of Letters

Series 2, Episode 4

Vera and Irene both busy themselves raising their granddaughters, while their own daughters behave either mysteriously or very badly indeed. When Karen falls pregnant to trailer park heavy Damon, Irene can scarcely contain her joy!

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 10:45pm (repeat)
Morecambe & Wise: The Lost Tapes. Image shows from L to R: Ernie Wise, Eric Morecambe. Copyright: ITV

Morecambe & Wise: The Lost Tapes

A documentary featuring newly rediscovered clips of Morecambe & Wise at the BBC.

BBC Two 10:50pm (repeat)
Cinderella: A Comic Relief Pantomime For Christmas. Cinderella (Anya Taylor-Joy). Copyright: Crook Productions

Cinderella: A Comic Relief Pantomime For Christmas

A virtual pantomime by Comic Relief.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
The Office. Image shows from L to R: Dawn Tinsley (Lucy Davis), Tim Canterbury (Martin Freeman). Copyright: BBC

The Office

Christmas Specials, Episode 1 - Part 1

We catch up with David Brent, as he still visits his old place of work regularly, despite successfully suing them for unfair dismissal.

Comedy Central 11pm (repeat)
Jason Manford Live: First World Problems. Jason Manford. Copyright: Channel X

Jason Manford Live: First World Problems

TV broadcast of Jason Manford's 2014 live stand-up DVD, First World Problems.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Episode 10

Sean Lock and Johnny Vegas take on special guest captain Sarah Millican and Rob Beckett. Susie Dent is in with Vic Reeves, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 11:35pm (repeat)
Who Runs The World?. Elizabeth Caproni

Who Runs The World?

A repeat run of the first series of the impressionism show.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV Midnight (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC / BocPix

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Christmas 2015, Christmas Special - Mammy's Christmas Punch

Agnes Brown is determined to have a safe and peaceful Christmas at home this year. But with Mark and Betty rowing over the reappearance of his first love, Bubbles, with carol singers haunting Agnes's every waking hour, and with Buster installing a new Christmas tree with a very unusual safety feature, how will Agnes survive?!

Comedy Central Midnight (repeat)
Rhod Gilbert's Growing Pains. Zoe Lyons

Rhod Gilbert's Growing Pains

Series 3, Episode 1

The return of the programme in which famous faces revisit their teenage years, with Martine McCutcheon, Asim Chaudhry and Zoe Lyons joining Rhod on the first edition.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 12:20am (repeat)
Bad Education. Image shows left to right: Mitchell (Charlie Wernham), Stephen Carmichael (Layton Williams), Alfie (Jack Whitehall), Chantelle (Nikki Runeckles), Miss Gulliver (Sarah Solemani), Fraser (Mathew Horne), Joe (Ethan Lawrence), Rem Dogg (Jack Binstead), Jing (Kae Alexander). Credit: Tiger Aspect Productions

Bad Education

Series 2, Christmas Special

Following Pickwell's departure, Mr Fraser appoints Alfie writer and director of the annual Christmas play: will it be Robocop or The Nutcracker? Miss Gulliver's keen that he and his class help at the soup kitchen.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 12:30am (repeat)
Celebrity Juice. Image shows from L to R: Katherine Ryan, Emily Atack, Leigh Francis, Laura Whitmore

Celebrity Juice

Series 25, Christmas Special

Ronan Keating, Katherine Ryan, Richard Blackwood and Johnny Vegas join host Keith Lemon and team captains Laura Whitmore and Emily Atack for festive fun and games.

BBC One Scotland. Copyright: BBC 12:35am (repeat)
Cuckoo. Image shows from L to R: Dale (Taylor Lautner), Ken (Greg Davies). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Cuckoo

Series 2, Christmas Special

It's Christmas in Lichfield. Lorna is full of the Yuletide Spirit, in more ways than one. Ben and Dale both want to make Rachel's holiday special - and Ken gets stuck in the middle.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40am (repeat)
Jam & Jerusalem. Sal Vine (Sue Johnston). Copyright: BBC

Jam & Jerusalem

Series 1, Christmas Special

The whole of Clatterford comes together to put on the yearly panto in the Town Hall. Queenie takes on the role of Director, but fusses more about what hat she should wear than the casting. With both her son and daughter taking centre stage, Sal Vine only wishes her recently deceased husband could be there to see them.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 12:40am (repeat)
Ricky Gervais: Politics

Ricky Gervais: Politics

Ricky Gervais's sell-out live show looking at the world of politics.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 12:50am (repeat)
Cuckoo. Image shows from L to R: Dale (Taylor Lautner), Ken (Greg Davies). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Cuckoo

Series 2, Christmas Special

It's Christmas in Lichfield. Lorna is full of the Yuletide Spirit, in more ways than one. Ben and Dale both want to make Rachel's holiday special - and Ken gets stuck in the middle.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 1am (repeat)
The Russell Howard Hour. Image shows from L to R: Fred Sirieix, Russell Howard

The Russell Howard Hour

Series 5, Christmas Special

Russell talks Boris's COVID Christmas plans, chats to The Matrix's Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss, and First Dates' Fred Sirieix. With music from Flo & Joan.

Comedy Central 1am (repeat)
Roast Battle. Image shows from L to R: Santa (Nick Helm), Jonathan Ross, Katherine Ryan, Jimmy Carr

Roast Battle

Christmas Special - Roast Battle Xmas Special

Jimmy Carr, Katherine Ryan and Jonathan Ross are joined by a very important guest for one night... Santa! (who looks suspiciously like Nick Helm). This hour-long Christmas special sees comedians Desiree Burch, Suzi Ruffell, Ed Gamble and Bobby Mair going head to head, all competing to be crowned the Roast Battle Xmas Champion!

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 1:30am (repeat)
Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation

Happy-Go-Lucky

Mike Leigh's Oscar-nominated comedy-drama stars Sally Hawkins as Poppy, an eternal optimist, who finds herself at odds with her misanthropic driving instructor.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:35am (repeat)
Jam & Jerusalem. Image shows from L to R: Susie (Suzy Aitchison), Eileen Pike (Maggie Steed), Tip Haddam (Pauline McLynn), Rosie Bales (Dawn French), Sal Vine (Sue Johnston). Copyright: BBC

Jam & Jerusalem

Series 2, Episode 1

A year after her husband's death, Sal is finding the anniversary hard to deal with, especially since the rest of her family seem to have forgotten. James continues to run his father's surgery, but his appalling bedside manner causes Sal to attempt some on-the-job training.

Comedy Central Extra 2am (repeat)
Channel Hopping With Jon Richardson. Image shows from L to R: Judi Love, Jon Richardson, Ivo Graham. Copyright: Rumpus Media

Channel Hopping With Jon Richardson

Series 1, Episode 1

Joined by comedians Ivo Graham and Judi Love, Jon navigates the world's most ridiculous and wonderful TV offerings.

U&Dave channel logo 2am (repeat)
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Ladies Of Letters. Image shows from L to R: Vera Small (Anne Reid), Irene Spencer (Maureen Lipman). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Ladies Of Letters

Series 2, Episode 3

Safely abroad, Irene boasts about her new life in Australia - the fabulous weather, the delicious wine, an adorable granddaughter, and a handsome suitor called Vincent - to Vera.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 2:30am (repeat)
Ladies Of Letters. Image shows from L to R: Vera Small (Anne Reid), Irene Spencer (Maureen Lipman). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Ladies Of Letters

Series 2, Episode 4

Vera and Irene both busy themselves raising their granddaughters, while their own daughters behave either mysteriously or very badly indeed. When Karen falls pregnant to trailer park heavy Damon, Irene can scarcely contain her joy!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:35am (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 4, Episode 1

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

Horror Channel 2:40am (repeat)
Shed Of The Dead. Trevor (Spencer Brown)

Shed Of The Dead

30-something man-child Trevor and his best friend, Graham, attempt to survive the zombie apocalypse.

Comedy Central Extra 3am (repeat)
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store. Desiree Burch. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 5, Episode 8 - Desiree Burch At The Comedy Store

The ever candid Desiree Burch is tonight's host at the legendary Comedy Store in London. Tonight's guests are the must see Ken Cheng, the unique Lost Voice Guy and the fabulous Rhys James.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:15am (repeat)
The Wrong Trousers. Credit: Aardman Animations

The Wrong Trousers

Oscar-winning claymation from Nick Park. It is Gromit's birthday, and Wallace gives him a pair of mechanical techno trousers that cause a stir.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 3:20am (repeat)
Father Ted. Image shows from L to R: Father Dougal McGuire (Ardal O'Hanlon), Father Ted Crilly (Dermot Morgan), Mrs Doyle (Pauline McLynn), Father Jack Hackett (Frank Kelly). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Father Ted

Series 2, Episode 1 - Hell

The time has come for the trio's annual summer holiday, and Father Ted has a fellow priest's caravan in mind as a perfect location.

U&Dave channel logo 3:25am (repeat)
Big Zuu's Big Eats. James Acaster

Big Zuu's Big Eats

Series 2, Episode 2 - James Acaster

Comedian and committed foodie James Acaster asks Zuu to cook for him while he records his hit podcast, Off Menu. When James grew up, puddings were a rare treat so Zuu prepares a dessert that has them both fearing they may have bitten off more than they can chew.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 3:35am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 9, Episode 1 - I'll Never Forget Whats'ername

Arthur is determined that his pub quiz team will defeat their old rivals. Unfortunately, his star performer is an escaped convict with the law on his trail.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 3:40am (repeat)
Shopping With Keith Lemon. Image shows from L to R: Leigh Francis, Big Narstie

Shopping With Keith Lemon

Series 1, Episode 8 - Big Narstie & Kate Nash

Keith accompanies grime artist Big Narstie as he shops for a new sofa and goes to Brighton searching for pants with singer and actress Kate Nash.

Comedy Central Extra 4:05am (repeat)
Lee Evans Live At Her Majesty's Theatre. Lee Evans. Copyright: Little Mo Films

Lee Evans Live At Her Majesty's Theatre

Lee Evans captured at his hilarious best at Her Majesty's Theatre in London.

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