TV schedule for 4th January 2022 (full list)

7am (repeat)

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 48 - High School Inedible

DM and Penfold go back to school to thwart the plans of an evil food scientist and his killer hot dogs.

7:10am (repeat)

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 49 - Mousefall

Danger Mouse faces his toughest challenge ever as a mysterious super-villain releases all the villains from Arkwright and plots the end of our hero.

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

Adrian has become successful and his new found wealth has gone to his head and the distribution of his unwanted goods is not altogether welcome. Grandad worries about his lost pigeon but a visit from the sister of an old acquaintance brings hope for the future for both he and Adrian.

7:20am (repeat)

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 37 - JJ's Lucky Day

The gang find out that JJ has a set of pre-match good-luck rituals. In the run-up to an important Blamjitsu event, Walter deviously throws bad-luck omens into JJ's path, threatening her chances of success.

7:30am (repeat)

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 1, Episode 1

Daddy is taken to hospital - quite inconvenient on the evening of Hyacinth's latest candle-lit supper.

7:40am (repeat)

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 36 - The Blarney Stone, Ireland

Kyan has to use some smooth talking to save the tourists and protect Blarney Castle.

7:55am (repeat)

Bread

Series 6, Episode 9

Adrian's new relationship with Irene has already hit a snag, Nellie becomes more concerned about Grandad when he starts becoming forgetful and Aveline is given a reality check by her agent.

8am (repeat)

Are You Being Served?

Series 8, Episode 7 - The Erotic Dreams Of Mrs Slocombe

Mrs. Slocombe can't help but dream about Mr. Humphries, and her awkward behaviour around him is becoming evident to the rest of the staff. Something has to be done, and Mr. Grace has the perfect solution.

8am (repeat)

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 13 - The Newspaper

Mr Bean is left in peace when Mrs Wicket goes off on her holidays. This means Mr Bean has free access to her daily newspaper. Every time he goes down to collect it from the letterbox it has disappeared. Someone is taking it, but who? Mr Bean is determined to nab the mysterious newspaper stealer and uses a range of ingenious homemade traps in his quest to catch the sneaky thief.

8:05am (repeat)

On The Buses

Series 5, Episode 5 - The Epidemic

'Hong Kong flu' has hit town and the bus depot is no exception. With crews dropping like flies, Jack and Stan jump at the chance of an inoculation and all the overtime they could possibly desire.

8:15am (repeat)

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 14 - Viral Bean

Mr Bean is trying to find a nice quiet place to read his book so he sets off for the library. There he is distracted by some funny online videos on the library computer. Before he knows it, Mr Bean is recording his own video, which is uploaded for everyone to see. Things start to go crazy when people check it out and his popularity takes off. Will he enjoy being in the public eye and how long will his celebrity last?

8:35am (repeat)

Justin's House

Series 3, Episode 3 - Cake Factory

Things turn messy when Robert invents a cake-making machine. Guest starring Katy Ashworth.

8:40am (repeat)

Porridge

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Hustler

Gambling fever has hit Slade - subjects include the number of bricks in a cell, and the number of eggs laid by the hens on the prison farm. Fletch has organised a big game in a secret location, but will anyone actually win?

8:40am (repeat)

On The Buses

Series 5, Episode 8 - The New Nurse

Mary, the new nurse at the depot, comes to live with the Butlers as their lodger. Stan isn't remotely impressed, but for Arthur it's a very different story.

9:20am (repeat)

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 20, Episode 4 - What Happened To Barry's Nose?

Howard decides to pump iron, so Barry sets out to be more assertive. Truly takes charge when failure looms on all fronts.

9:35am (repeat)

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 2 - Underneath

The Twirlywoos learn about underneath when they visit a hat shop. Back in the boat, the Box brings a rainbow for the Twirlywoos to dance underneath.

10am (repeat)

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 20, Episode 5 - Optimism In The Housing Market

Smiler's first day as a door-to-door salesman is a painful one.

10am (repeat)

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 5 - No Parking

Mr Bean takes his teddy to the cinema but has trouble finding a parking space.

10:15am (repeat)

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 6 - Bean's Bounty

A local archaeology dig inspires Mr Bean to go hunting for treasure.

10:25am (repeat)

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 10 - Sooty Of The Seven Seas

Sooty and Sweep want to be pirates and, with a lick of paint and a new mast, the SS Sooty is soon ready to sail. But can they defeat the fearsome pirate of the lake?

10:30am (repeat)

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 2, Episode 9 - Venice Of The North

Dave and his friends embark on a school trip along a canal where they awaken an ancient monster called Big Lippy, who pushes them over a waterfall and sends them back in time to the Jurassic era.

10:30am (repeat)

Horrible Histories

Series 7, Special - Monstrous Musicians

Horrible Histories reveals history's most monstrous musicians for the BBC's Music Day. From the earliest screeches of the neanderthal, right through to Jimi Hendrix burning his guitar, Rattus Rattus guides us through the story of music making, even bumping into Simon Cowell at Beethoven's 'H Factor' audition.

10:35am (repeat)

Minder

Series 10, Episode 1 - A Fridge Too Far

Arthur needs to raise money for a foolproof scheme. His schemes range from insurance fraud to pawning his wife's jewellery.

10:40am (repeat)

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 1, Episode 2

Hyacinth has asked the new vicar to tea and, in her usual meticulous way, she has organised the event down to the last sugar lump. But then suddenly, out of the blue...

10:40am (repeat)

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 2, Episode 10 - Zombie Apocalypse

Dave finds a handheld computer game at the dump which involves killing zombies - his friend Zombie Katie, however, finds the game rather insulting. Exacting her revenge, Dave finds himself confronted with a group of very angry and very real zombies.

11:20am (repeat)

Dad's Army

Series 8, Episode 2 - When You've Got To Go

Mrs. Pike is shocked to learn that Pike has been successfully called up into the armed forces despite his health. Meanwhile, Mainwaring has set himself the near-impossible task of finding enough people to donate 100 pints of blood.

11:45am (repeat)

Mr Bean

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

11:50am (repeat)

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 7 - Lost Tempers In Space

Danger Mouse and Jeopardy Mouse find themselves stranded on a far-flung planet inhabited by Fly People.

12pm (repeat)

Are You Being Served?

Series 8, Episode 7 - The Erotic Dreams Of Mrs Slocombe

Mrs. Slocombe can't help but dream about Mr. Humphries, and her awkward behaviour around him is becoming evident to the rest of the staff. Something has to be done, and Mr. Grace has the perfect solution.

12pm (repeat)

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 8 - The Toad Who Would Be King

Danger Mouse and Baron von Greenback are forced to unite when their paths collide over the kidnapping of the Queen of Goldlandia and her daughter, Delilah.

12:25pm (repeat)

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 1, Episode 12 - Waffle's Day Out

AJ takes Evie and Anaya swimming, but Waffle must stay at home with Simon. Refusing to miss out on the fun, Waffle begins an adventure of his own and sets off to find Evie.

12:35pm (repeat)

The Million Pound Note

Comedy film about a penniless man who is given a million pound note and instructed to live on it for a month without spending any of it.

12:35pm (repeat)

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 2 - Marmalade Mayhem

Bitz is excited to be serving her yummy Bitz mix marmalade to lots of hungry customers at the Jungle Cafe.

12:35pm (repeat)

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 40 - Gnasher Dash

Gnasher is practically immobile inside a full-body cast. When he goes missing, Dennis and the gang race all over Beanotown to find him, always one step behind the helpless hound.

12:40pm (repeat)

Porridge

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Hustler

Gambling fever has hit Slade - subjects include the number of bricks in a cell, and the number of eggs laid by the hens on the prison farm. Fletch has organised a big game in a secret location, but will anyone actually win?

12:45pm (repeat)

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 37 - Go Jet Academy: Around The World In 80 Days

The team can't go outside, but a book and a little imagination takes them on an adventure.

1:20pm (repeat)

Gavin & Stacey

Series 1, Episode 1

After being phone buddies for months Gavin and Stacey finally arrange a rendezvous.

1:55pm (repeat)

Miranda

Series 1, Episode 1 - Date

After an impromptu 'date' is planned with long-term crush Gary Preston, Miranda decides to take a trip to the new 'bespoke' clothing store, Transformers, to pick an outfit guaranteed to stop people calling her sir to her face.

2:15pm (repeat)

Hank Zipzer

Series 1, Episode 11 - The Week I Became A Genius

Miss Adolf has prepared a week of punctuation catch-up classes and Hank is incredibly bored. A bit of crafty ego-playing by Mr Rock soon has things taking an inspirational turn!

2:30pm (repeat)

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 38 - Mars Mission, Chile

Cartoon following four adventure-seeking superheroes as they explore places all around the world.

2:35pm (repeat)

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 1, Episode 2

Hyacinth has asked the new vicar to tea and, in her usual meticulous way, she has organised the event down to the last sugar lump. But then suddenly, out of the blue...

2:40pm (repeat)

Timmy Time

Series 3, Episode 6 - Baby Time Timmy

Timmy has fun playing mummies with Mittens but soon discovers that being a baby has its downsides.

3:15pm (repeat)

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 20, Episode 4 - What Happened To Barry's Nose?

Howard decides to pump iron, so Barry sets out to be more assertive. Truly takes charge when failure looms on all fronts.

3:15pm (repeat)

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 32 - Gnashernal Treasure

The class dig up a mysterious time capsule which sets them off on a race to find hidden treasure before Walter or a greed-crazed Paul the Potato can find it first.

3:25pm (repeat)

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 33 - Ralf's Last Prank

When Dennis and the gang think they have caused Ralf to lose his job, they're determined to make his last day at Bash Street School totally blam by setting up the greatest prank Ralf's ever known.

3:40pm (repeat)

The Grass Is Greener

A repeat of this 1960 film.

4pm (repeat)

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 20, Episode 5 - Optimism In The Housing Market

Smiler's first day as a door-to-door salesman is a painful one.

4pm (repeat)

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

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

4:05pm (repeat)

Minder

Series 10, Episode 2 - Another Case Of Van Blank

Arthur is overcome with the spirit of European Unity and he sets for a little import/export work in France, where all the road signs are different.

4:15pm (repeat)

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 28 - Attack Of The Clowns

This episode is no laughing matter, especially when Danger Mouse's uncontrollable amusement creates clown-invading chaos on Earth - can DM prevent the world from being twisted into a novelty balloon shape?

4:30pm (repeat)

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 29 - Cheesemageddon

Another 'grate' episode. It sees fanatical cheese fundamentalist Aubrey Camembear threaten to create the ultimate weapon which will turn everything to cheese.

4:40pm (repeat)

Porridge

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Hustler

Gambling fever has hit Slade - subjects include the number of bricks in a cell, and the number of eggs laid by the hens on the prison farm. Fletch has organised a big game in a secret location, but will anyone actually win?

5pm (repeat)

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 1, Episode 2 - Night Night, Waffle

The Brooklyn-Bells spend their first night together as a new family, only to be kept awake by Waffle, whose constant barking upsets Mrs Hobbs, their cat-obsessed neighbour.

5:15pm (repeat)

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 39 - Go Jet Academy: Weather Prediction Predicament

There's a storm brewing after Glitch's fake weather report puts the cadets in danger.

5:20pm (repeat)

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 1, Episode 2

Hyacinth has asked the new vicar to tea and, in her usual meticulous way, she has organised the event down to the last sugar lump. But then suddenly, out of the blue...

5:20pm (repeat)

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 1, Episode 2

Hyacinth has asked the new vicar to tea and, in her usual meticulous way, she has organised the event down to the last sugar lump. But then suddenly, out of the blue...

6pm (repeat)

Are You Being Served?

Series 1, Episode 1 - Dear Sexy Knickers...

Mr. Lucas decides to send a little love-note to Miss Brahms, but it goes awry: Mrs. Slocombe gets it instead...but she thinks that the sender's someone other than Lucas.

6pm (repeat)

Are You Being Served?

Series 8, Episode 7 - The Erotic Dreams Of Mrs Slocombe

Mrs. Slocombe can't help but dream about Mr. Humphries, and her awkward behaviour around him is becoming evident to the rest of the staff. Something has to be done, and Mr. Grace has the perfect solution.

6pm (repeat)

Taskmaster

Series 1, Episode 1 - Melon Buffet

This week the comedians have to try and paint the best picture of a horse while riding a horse. Also, expect melon-eating, bath-emptying and pop-up tents.

6:40pm (repeat)

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 7, Episode 6 - The Arts Of Concealment

Foggy tries camouflage, but only succeeds in scaring passers-by.

6:40pm (repeat)

Dad's Army

Series 8, Episode 2 - When You've Got To Go

Mrs. Pike is shocked to learn that Pike has been successfully called up into the armed forces despite his health. Meanwhile, Mainwaring has set himself the near-impossible task of finding enough people to donate 100 pints of blood.

7pm (repeat)

Rob And Romesh Vs

Series 2, Episode 3 - Cricket: South Africa

The pair head off to Cape Town to follow the England cricket team on their first meaningful tour since they were crowned world champions.

7:05pm (repeat)

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?

7:20pm (repeat)

Last Of The Summer Wine

Christmas Special - The Loxley Lozenge

A previous experience with Wesley Pegden and his home-made racing car should have been warning enough. But when Compo, Clegg and Foggy learn that the chap needs expert assistance with what can only be described as a once-in-a-lifetime discovery, how could they refuse?

7:20pm (repeat)

Dad's Army

Series 8, Episode 3 - Is There Honey Still For Tea?

There is some sad news when it is revealed that Godfrey's cottage is to be knocked down in order to make way for a new aerodrome, and Mainwaring struggles to break the news. However, Frazer has a plan that may save the day.

7:55pm (repeat)

Mr Bean

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

7:55pm (repeat)

Horrible Histories

Series 6, Episode 2 - Wicked William The Conqueror

Young William, Duke of Normandy, quarrels with Harold Godwinson about who should be King of England, before bashing the English and taking the crown at the famous Battle of Hastings in 1066! Meanwhile across the world, discover Chinese technology light years ahead of the dunderheaded Normans and Saxons in England, and meet one of the world's first scientists in Egypt.

8pm (repeat)

Jonathan Creek

Series 5, Episode 1 - The Letters Of Septimus Noone

A classic locked room novel is turned into a West End musical... then one of its stars falls victim to a real-life 'impossible crime'.

8pm (repeat)

Gavin & Stacey

Series 1, Episode 2

After a huge misunderstanding on the phone, Stacey thinks Gavin has finished with her.

8pm (repeat)

Rob And Romesh Vs

Series 2, Episode 4 - Cricket: The Test

Part two of the South African tour for cricket newbies Rob and Romesh as they follow England's Test series as the match comes to a dramatic finale.

8pm (repeat)

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 1, Episode 6

Hyacinth quite enjoys a family christening - except when it's Daisy's family!

8:20pm (repeat)

Horrible Histories

Series 6, Episode 3 - Mardy Mary Queen Of Scots

We follow the young Mary as she stumbles from young girl in Scotland, to Queen in France, back to Queen in Scotland, and finally to Elizabeth I's public enemy no. 1 - with a bit of Queenian Rhapsody thrown in for good measure! Meanwhile across the world we meet silver-nosed Danish scientist Tycho Brahe, and Mr H gives us his unique take on the epic Battle of Lepanto in another History's Craziest Fools.

8:30pm (repeat)

One Foot In The Grave

Series 2, Episode 6 - Timeless Time

Victor is unable to sleep. Things get so desperate that he contemplates opening Ronnie and Mildred's Christmas present from last year.

8:40pm (repeat)

Miranda

Series 1, Episode 2 - Teacher

Miranda is rather British when it comes to sex, or shenanigans as she likes to call it. Trying to overcome her hang-ups she decides the way forward with Gary would be to create a romantic moment so he'll see her in a sexual light.

9pm
60 min version (repeat)

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

QI

Series L, Episode 8 - Lovely

With Aisling Bea, Tony Hawks and Josh Widdicombe.

9:20pm (repeat)

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Series 1, Episode 2 - Mammy's Secret

Mrs Brown is concerned that her family are keeping too many secrets. Her daughter, Cathy, won't tell anyone about her new boyfriend and son Mark won't tell anyone why wife Betty has thrown him out.

10pm (repeat)

Citizen Khan

Series 2, Episode 6 - The Makeover

Mr Khan is, obviously, the natural choice to front a new promotional video for the mosque. Or so he believes. Manager Dave, however, has different ideas.

10pm (repeat)

Guilt

Series 1, Episode 1

In a residential street in Edinburgh, two disparate brothers, high flying lawyer Max and Jake a record shop owner accidentally run down an old man, Walter, on their way home from a wedding. Uninsured and under the influence, Jake is persuaded by Max to cover up their deathly deed.

10pm
30 min

Toast Of Tinseltown

Episode 1 - Anger Man

Toast is becoming increasingly angry, and everyone has noticed. There's no chance of landing a big movie audition when he's in this state. Toast needs anger management therapy.

10pm
60 min version (repeat)

Live At The Apollo

Series 14, Episode 2 - Dara O Briain, Felicity Ward, Mo Gilligan

This week's episode is hosted by the quick witted host of BBC's Mock The Week Dara O Briain, as he introduces the wonderful Australian comic Felicity Ward and viral internet sensation Mo Gilligan to the stage.

10pm (repeat)

Plebs

Series 5, Episode 7 - The New Flat

The boys face uncertainty when Landlord evicts them without notice from their flat. Marcus hopes his parents, who are visiting for the weekend, will help him onto the property ladder. But his dad has other plans for their savings. Jason's smooth-talking lands him a cushy job as an estate agent.

10:15pm (repeat)

Micky Flanagan: An Another Fing

A TV broadcast of Micky Flanagan's 2017-released stand-up show.

10:30pm (repeat)

Plebs

Series 5, Episode 8 - The Wedding

Jason's brother Darius is getting married and Marcus desperately wants to hire out the Crown and Toga for the occasion, while Grumio offers his services as wedding planner. But their plans are threatened when they find out that Darius is a serial jilter. Elsewhere, Marcus clashes with their lazy postman.

10:40pm (repeat)

Not Going Out

Series 2, Episode 6 - Dating

As Lucy and Guy's relationship intensifies, Lee starts to ponder his lack of a girlfriend.

11pm (repeat)

Guilt

Series 1, Episode 2

Max does his best to take control, while Jake finds himself falling in love with Angie, the dead man's niece.

11pm (repeat)

Taskmaster

Series 1, Episode 1 - Melon Buffet

This week the comedians have to try and paint the best picture of a horse while riding a horse. Also, expect melon-eating, bath-emptying and pop-up tents.

11:05pm (repeat)

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 18 (Channel 4: Series 19), Episode 3

Richard Ayoade and Katherine Ryan join Sean Lock and Jon Richardson for the words-and-numbers game, while David O'Doherty joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner.

11:20pm (repeat)

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Series 1, Episode 3 - Mammy's Merchandise

Dermot wants to ask his childhood friend, Buster, to be best man at his wedding - now just weeks away - but Agnes has set her heart on Mark, her eldest son, filling the position.

Midnight (repeat)

Peep Show

Series 5, Episode 1 - Burgling

Mark rediscovers single life after his disastrous wedding to Sophie, and he and Jeremy become victims of crime.

Midnight (repeat)

Mock The Week

Series 16, Episode 2

Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis look back on another eventful week, with guests James Acaster, Ed Gamble, Rhys James, Nish Kumar and Zoe Lyons.

12:30am (repeat)

Peep Show

Series 5, Episode 2 - Spin War

Mark and Sophie return to work after their non-existent honeymoon and Mark tries to deflect the inevitable bad PR attached to a jilter. Meanwhile, Jeremy and Super Hans's band play their first gig.

12:30am (repeat)

Guessable?

Series 2, Episode 4

Sara Pascoe welcomes Alex Brooker, Jason Manford, Rachel Parris, and Kiri Pritchard-Mclean into the loft.

12:40am
60 min version (repeat)

QI

Series L, Episode 8 - Lovely

With Aisling Bea, Tony Hawks and Josh Widdicombe.

1am (repeat)

Bob Monkhouse... The Million Joke Man

Episode 1 - First Steps To Stardom

Paul O'Grady presents the definitive look at the life and career of Bob Monkhouse, starting with the trials and triumphs of his early years.

1:05am (repeat)

Minder

Series 10, Episode 2 - Another Case Of Van Blank

Arthur is overcome with the spirit of European Unity and he sets for a little import/export work in France, where all the road signs are different.

1:05am (repeat)

The Russell Howard Hour

Series 5, Highlights Special - Selection Box

A special festive edition of the topical comedy and entertainment show in which the host picks through the biggest UK and international stories.

1:30am (repeat)

Kevin Bridges: A Whole Different Story

Scottish stand-up Kevin Bridges performs in this TV edit of his 2015 show.

1:40am
65 min version (repeat)

Live At The Apollo

Series 14, Episode 2 - Dara O Briain, Felicity Ward, Mo Gilligan

This week's episode is hosted by the quick witted host of BBC's Mock The Week Dara O Briain, as he introduces the wonderful Australian comic Felicity Ward and viral internet sensation Mo Gilligan to the stage.

2am (repeat)

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 1, Episode 2

Hyacinth has asked the new vicar to tea and, in her usual meticulous way, she has organised the event down to the last sugar lump. But then suddenly, out of the blue...

2am (repeat)

Peep Show

Series 5, Episode 1 - Burgling

Mark rediscovers single life after his disastrous wedding to Sophie, and he and Jeremy become victims of crime.

2am (repeat)

Channel Hopping With Jon Richardson

Series 2, Episode 4

Jonathan Ross and regular panellist Judi Love assess wild TV, including a nature show named Kings Of Pain, as well as Danish kids' programmes and extreme Brazilian telly.

2:30am (repeat)

Peep Show

Series 5, Episode 2 - Spin War

Mark and Sophie return to work after their non-existent honeymoon and Mark tries to deflect the inevitable bad PR attached to a jilter. Meanwhile, Jeremy and Super Hans's band play their first gig.

TV schedule Tuesday 4th January 2022

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