Television
TV schedule Wednesday 12th January 2022
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...
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 10 - Thanksgiving SinnerDanger Mouse and Penfold receive a crash course in the customs of America's oldest holiday when they cover for Jeopardy Mouse as she takes time off for Thanksgiving.
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.
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 11 - Big Trouble In Little ClowntownWhen Professor Squawkencluck's Seriousizer ray is nabbed by Pompom, Danger Mouse teams up with his clown-shaped Bozorian equivalent, Cupcake.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 43 - Failing To RegisterDetermined to prove he can accomplish a task without getting distracted, Dennis takes on the simple job of bringing the class register to the school office. He instantly distracts himself on an epic scale.
Bread
Series 7, Episode 9Adrian has eloped to Scotland to marry Irene whilst Aveline has a scare that helps her bond with Oswald once again. Meanwhile, Joey has lost patience with his family's problems and decides to put himself first for a change.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Episode 1Hyacinth is appalled when she sees a strange man at Elizabeth's who appears to have spent the night there. What will it do to the property values?
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 16 - Mount Etna, ItalyGrandmaster Glitch makes popcorn in Mount Etna, blocking the volcano and endangering the farms on its slopes.
Bread
Series 7, Episode 10Jack has good news from Leonora when she announces she is pregnant and Joey decides to join Adrian in Scotland to marry Roxy. Meanwhile, Lilo Lill has news of Freddie's whereabouts while Grandad dreams about his own calamitous funeral...
Are You Being Served?
Series 9, Episode 6 - Lost And FoundTiddles goes missing and the staff try to comfort a distraught Mrs. Slocombe. Unfortunately she misinterprets Mr. Humphries's gestures for something a bit more romantic...
On The Buses
Series 6, Episode 5 - Union TroubleBlakey's latest tactics - early closing of the canteen and sacking its staff - leads Jack to call a strike; but when management offer him a sweetener the union pulls its backing, leaving Stan to strike alone. He initially stages a bus sit-in, but is soon back at home decorating the kitchen.
On The Buses
Series 6, Episode 6 - Bye Bye BlakeyWhilst the company puts all employees through a medical, Stand and Jack overhear Blakey tell the doctor this his "days are numbered", and, overcome with remorse with the way they have treated the inspector in the past, swear to be kind to him during his last few hours on Earth...
Justin's House
Series 3, Episode 10 - Pirate DayJustin, Robert and Little Monster try to protect Gem's jewels from naughty Captain Sinker when the stars of Swashbuckle drop in for Pirate Day. Guest starring Gemma Hunt and Ella Kenion.
Porridge
Series 2, Episode 2 - Heartbreak HotelBeing on the inside doesn't stop Godber romancing his fiancée, Denise, although events on the outside ensure the path of true love doesn't run smoothly. An unexpected letter leads to Godber having to explain his actions to the governor, but are there blue skies on the horizon?
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 21, Episode 6 - Just A Small FuneralClegg and Truly brace themselves for their saddest moment - Compo's funeral - while Howard is torn between three demanding ladies.
Twirlywoos
Series 1, Episode 8 - BehindThe Twirlywoos entertain a baby - and confuse her dad by popping up behind him. Back in the Boat the Drawing Wall draws a wall, with someone unusual hiding behind it.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 21, Episode 7 - From Here To PaternityClegg and Truly learn that Compo has a son who is about to pay his father a visit.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 51 - Treasure!In a dark and cobwebby corner of his attic, Mr Bean finds a treasure map. But tricky clues lead Bean up the chimney, round the bend, down the garden path, up the blinking wall and nearly all the way to Australia!
Minder
Series 10, Episode 7 - The Great Depression Of 1994Long-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 52 - HomelessAfter a regrettable episode involving his landlady sleepwalking into his room, Mr Bean suddenly finds himself out on his ear with nowhere to live. Near to tears, he yearns for the cosy familiarity of his old home. But a scarecrow and a pair of false teeth come to his rescue.
Sooty
Series 1, Episode 17 - Chocco ChimpThe prizes have disappeared from Mr Slater's new crazy golf course, and Richard is puzzled. Then the famous detectives Sherlock Sooty and Doctor Watsit are called in to investigate - and set a trap to catch the thief. Guest starring Matthew Corbett.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 5 - CultureGeorge takes the Spuds to the museum of mouldy cheese. Anna dares Dave to lick the cheeses on display.
Horrible Histories
Series 7, Episode 7 - Preposterous US PresidentsHorrible Histories takes a look at America and its various presidents, from George Washington to the present day, including President Jackson's rude parrot, the establishment of the Secret Service, German cowboys, and spy Mary Elizabeth Bowser.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Episode 2Hyacinth is thrilled when the wealthy Mrs Fortescue asks them for a lift into town. But events don't go quite as Hyacinth would have wished, and she ends up on the back of a lorry whilst Mrs Fortescue is in the pub!
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 6 - Bored SillyGran accidentally wins a board game as a Bingo prize, and after being locked up for years the game has a vendetta all of its own.
Timmy Time
Series 2, Episode 21 - Count On TimmyTimmy and Finlay both have their hearts set on a toy plane, so they try to raise enough buttons to buy it.
Dad's Army
Series 9, Episode 3 - Knights Of MadnessIt is "Wings for Victory" week in Walmington and the final event is to be shared by the Home Guard and the ARP. Mainwaring has decided to act out the fight between St. George and the Dragon - with him as St. George, of course.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 3, Episode 1 - The Stand OffIt's breakfast time and The Farmer discovers he has no fresh milk for his morning cup of tea. He sets off in great haste, only to become ensnared in a 'rush hour' traffic jam. Shaun and The Flock are too impatient to wait for breakfast and take matters into their own hands.
Are You Being Served?
Series 9, Episode 6 - Lost And FoundTiddles goes missing and the staff try to comfort a distraught Mrs. Slocombe. Unfortunately she misinterprets Mr. Humphries's gestures for something a bit more romantic...
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 20 - CrumfanAfter reports of unexplained unruliness at the UN, Danger Mouse and Penfold arrive to scenes of quarrelling diplomats.
The Girl Who Couldn't Quite
Ruth (Elizabeth Henson) hasn't smiled since she was a little girl, but with the friendship of a tramp (Bill Owen) she smiles again.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 2, Episode 3 - Waffle And The KittenThe Brooklyn-Bells are looking after the kitten from Jess's veterinary practice.
Bitz & Bob
Series 1, Episode 8 - Bob's Balloon AdventureWhen Bob gets stuck in a runaway hot air balloon over Craft City, Bitz needs to give him clear instructions on how to land it - and she's running out of time!
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 46 - Never-Ending WeekendDennis and the gang convince Mrs Creecher that Monday is actually Sunday, in the hope of extending their weekend.
Porridge
Series 2, Episode 2 - Heartbreak HotelBeing on the inside doesn't stop Godber romancing his fiancée, Denise, although events on the outside ensure the path of true love doesn't run smoothly. An unexpected letter leads to Godber having to explain his actions to the governor, but are there blue skies on the horizon?
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 17 - Table Mountain, South AfricaGlitch wants to ski, so the grimbots give Table Mountain a snowy peak, which threatens its rare plants.
Gavin & Stacey
Series 2, Episode 1Newlyweds Gavin and Stacey return from honeymoon to a big welcome from both families. But Smithy seems none too happy with his best mate, and Nessa makes a confession that throws the whole evening into disarray.
Miranda
Series 2, Episode 1 - The New MeStevie has her work cut out trying to stop Miranda spending all day in her pyjamas with a packet of biscuits for company, feeling sorry for herself that Gary departed for Hong Kong taking with him her chance of any relationship... no matter how unlikely that was.
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 18 - The Northern Lights, FinlandUbercorn is excited to see the Northern Lights, but Glitch's Grunge-Grimbler covers them with smoke.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Episode 2Hyacinth is thrilled when the wealthy Mrs Fortescue asks them for a lift into town. But events don't go quite as Hyacinth would have wished, and she ends up on the back of a lorry whilst Mrs Fortescue is in the pub!
Timmy Time
Series 1, Episode 5 - Timmy Can't DanceTimmy and his class explore dance, from hula to line dancing, but Timmy cannot get into the groove.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Animated CGI version of Dennis The Menace for CBBC.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 21, Episode 6 - Just A Small FuneralClegg and Truly brace themselves for their saddest moment - Compo's funeral - while Howard is torn between three demanding ladies.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 45 - BmxcessJJ is so keen to get Dennis the new bike she thinks he's desperate to have, that she agrees to make a deal with Walter, and without realising it, passes on information that could lead to a jelly-blasting rampage.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 21, Episode 7 - From Here To PaternityClegg and Truly learn that Compo has a son who is about to pay his father a visit.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 40 - All 5itIt's time for Danger Mouse to face the music when he goes undercover as the fifth member of Quark's mega-popular (but secretly evil) boy band.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 41 - How To Train Your HamsterDM takes on Quark again, but this time in his strangest setting yet: Penfold's dreams!
Porridge
Series 2, Episode 2 - Heartbreak HotelBeing on the inside doesn't stop Godber romancing his fiancée, Denise, although events on the outside ensure the path of true love doesn't run smoothly. An unexpected letter leads to Godber having to explain his actions to the governor, but are there blue skies on the horizon?
Minder
Series 10, Episode 8 - On The AutofrontLong-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 5 - CultureGeorge takes the Spuds to the museum of mouldy cheese. Anna dares Dave to lick the cheeses on display.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 6 - Bored SillyGran accidentally wins a board game as a Bingo prize, and after being locked up for years the game has a vendetta all of its own.
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 19 - Amazon Rainforest, South AmericaGlitch wants a picnic so he stops the rain in the rainforest, upsetting the local tree frogs.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Episode 2Hyacinth is thrilled when the wealthy Mrs Fortescue asks them for a lift into town. But events don't go quite as Hyacinth would have wished, and she ends up on the back of a lorry whilst Mrs Fortescue is in the pub!
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Episode 2Hyacinth is thrilled when the wealthy Mrs Fortescue asks them for a lift into town. But events don't go quite as Hyacinth would have wished, and she ends up on the back of a lorry whilst Mrs Fortescue is in the pub!
For The Love Of Ada
Series 2, Episode 6Tired of saving, and with Ada's generosity looking set to cost them even more, she and Walter decide that they should elope to Yorkshire and marry there.
Are You Being Served?
Series 2, Episode 2 - Cold ComfortIt may be the coldest day in memory, but in the midst of a fuel crisis the store's heating has been turned off. To avoid freezing, each of the staff devises their own illicit methods of heat generation.
Are You Being Served?
Series 9, Episode 6 - Lost And FoundTiddles goes missing and the staff try to comfort a distraught Mrs. Slocombe. Unfortunately she misinterprets Mr. Humphries's gestures for something a bit more romantic...
Taskmaster
Series 2, Episode 1 - Fear Of FailureThe opening episode of Series 2 features one of the greatest sporting moments in television history. And it involves a potato.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 9, Episode 5 - Who's Feeling Ejected Then?Seymour comes up with a car-safety device which will not only save lives, but make him rich and famous. With the help of Wesley and a specially made car chassis, the safety seat is tested and it is Compo who goes up in everyone's estimation.
Dad's Army
Series 9, Episode 3 - Knights Of MadnessIt is "Wings for Victory" week in Walmington and the final event is to be shared by the Home Guard and the ARP. Mainwaring has decided to act out the fight between St. George and the Dragon - with him as St. George, of course.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 9, Episode 6 - The Ice-Cream Man ComethCompo's craving for ice-cream in remote places gives Seymour the idea that the time could be right for bringing back the old 'stop-me-and-buy-one' mobile ice-cream vendor. All that is required to take ice-cream into the countryside is a bike, a well-stocked fridge, a uniform and a volunteer...
Dad's Army
Series 9, Episode 4 - The Miser's HoardIt is discovered that Frazer has been hiding hundreds of gold sovereigns. Mainwaring believes that the best thing is for him to buy an annuity (not that his commission has anything to do with it), but the Scotsman has other ideas.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 3 - Artful BeanMr Bean gets a real bug for painting. Then several bugs ... and flies and slugs and mice.
Gavin & Stacey
Series 2, Episode 2Devastated by the news that he's to become a father, Smithy goes AWOL.
Rob And Romesh Vs
Series 3, Episode 4 - Andy MurrayRob and Romesh hang out with British sporting legend Sir Andy Murray. They catch up with him as he models his new sports wear range, before being pushed to their limits in a tennis training session and Andy's favourite hobby, road cycling. Their mission is to try to get to know what makes the greatest British tennis player of all time really tick.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 4 - The FlyMr Bean declares war when he finds a fly in his room, and searches for ever more outlandish weapons.
Miranda
Series 2, Episode 2 - Before I DieMiranda's recent experience in the graveyard gets her thinking. This week she starts to worry what her life is all about and what people would say at her funeral.
Mean Machine
Vinnie Jones plays a footballer banged up for throwing a crucial game. Inside, the football-loving warden gets him to coach a team of prisoners.
Lee Evans Live From The West End
A one-off live performance from the comic genius, recorded at the Lyric Theatre in 1995.
The Bridal Path
A repeat of this 1959 film.
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.
Mrs. Brown's Boys
Series 3, Episode 5 - Mammy?It's a stressful day for Agnes, as everything seems to be happening all at once. Rory and Dino have had a huge falling out, and Mark and Betty have got their emigration visas and are off to Australia.
Never Mind The Buzzcocks
Series 29, Episode 3Noel Fielding is joined by comedian Richard Ayoade and DJ Majestic whilst Daisy May Cooper and regular Jamali Maddix welcome singer, presenter and former Saturday Mollie King. From absurd first-time experiences for Snoop Dogg and Elton John to appearances from Blazin' Squad and Big Bruvaz, no area of music trivia is left undiscussed.
Camping
Episode 3Fi's planned trip to Monkey World is cast aside when the others decide to take an impromptu fishing trip.
Kevin Bridges: What's The Story?
Episode 1 - Growing UpKevin has a heart to heart with his parents at the family home, travels to Utah to attend a genuine American college party and undergoes an intimate therapy session complete with full TV crew. His highlight, though, is meeting Frank Skinner, the man that inspired him to give stand-up a go.
Mandy
Series 2, Episode 3 - Holiday For OneAccording to a friend of a friend, if the staff on a cruise start handing out free choc ices, it means a passenger has died and they need to make room in the freezer.
Live At The Apollo
Series 15, Episode 1 - Tom Allen, Rosie Jones, Kae KurdTom Allen is the host for the first in a new run of stand-up showcases, performed in front of a live audience at London's world-famous Hammersmith Apollo. Each show features sets from two of the country's most acclaimed up-and-coming comedians, and this week it is Rosie Jones and Kae Kurd taking to the stage.
I Literally Just Told You
Series 1, Episode 5Jimmy Carr hosts this new game show in which contestants are given every answer with the questions written, literally, as the show is happening.
Mandy
Series 2, Episode 4 - SpaceMandyWhy is Mandy training to be an astronaut? Why is Mars called The Red Planet? These questions and more will remain unanswered.
Jason Manford Live
TV broadcast of Jason Manford's return to the stage with his 2011 live tour, recorded at the MEN Arena.
Scot Squad
Series 7, Episode 1Traffic cops PC Surjit Singh and PC Hugh McKirdy duet to cook-up a rhyme that bites. Elsewhere, Detectives Megan Squire and DC Andrea McGill pose undercover at a high-class spa frequented by gangster's wife, Maxine McCarrison.
Not Going Out
Series 11, Episode 1 - Small PackageWhen Lee accidentally opens a package for one of his neighbours and sees what is inside, the simple task of uniting the package with its rightful owner proves to be impossible.
French And Saunders
Series 2, Episode 1A new series of very light entertainment from gorgeous French and Saunders.
Never Mind The Buzzcocks
Series 29, Episode 4Noel Fielding is joined by DJ Jax Jones and actor Mike Wozniak as they face off against Daisy May Cooper, regular Jamali Maddix and singer Ella Henderson. The first round leaves the teams bemused by the bizarre excuses given by Morrissey and Nicki Minaj to cancel shows and a special rendition of a height-based ID parade keeps them all guessing.
Taskmaster
Series 2, Episode 1 - Fear Of FailureThe opening episode of Series 2 features one of the greatest sporting moments in television history. And it involves a potato.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 21 (Channel 4: Series 22), Episode 1Jimmy Carr hosts as Roisin Conaty and Kiri Pritchard-McLean take on Jon Richardson and Rob Beckett. Comedian Huge Davies is in Dictionary Corner. Regular Countdown mathematician Rachel Riley and lexicographer Susie Dent are on hand to adjudicate.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 15, Episode 1Rob Brydon is back in the host's chair for the award-winning comedy panel show, with Lee Mack and David Mitchell returning as team captains. Sorting the fact from fiction this week are guests John Cooper Clarke, Judi Love, Chris McCausland and Caroline Quentin.
Peep Show
Series 7, Episode 1 - St. HospitalsMark and Jeremy are at the hospital awaiting the birth of Mark's baby. Sophie is determined to have a natural birth and doesn't want Mark to transfer any of his anxiety to the baby. Meanwhile, Jeremy is convinced he will never get over losing Elena, until he meets Zahra, whose boyfriend is in a coma.
Peep Show
Series 7, Episode 2 - Man JamDobby, the object of Mark's desires, is going out with Simon a graphic designer. Mark and Gerrard form the 'Dobby Club', devoted to winning her over.
Mock The Week
Series 16, Episode 8Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis look back over the week's events with the help of guests James Acaster, Tom Allen, Ed Byrne, Rhys James and Ellie Taylor.
Comedy Central Live
Episode 1 - Iain StirlingIain Stirling performs live from Camden in the first of nine stand-up specials. With brand new material, Iain talks about growing old and his previous work as a children's TV presenter.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 15, Episode 1Rob Brydon is back in the host's chair for the award-winning comedy panel show, with Lee Mack and David Mitchell returning as team captains. Sorting the fact from fiction this week are guests John Cooper Clarke, Judi Love, Chris McCausland and Caroline Quentin.
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.
Comedy Central Live
Episode 9 - Desiree BurchDesiree Burch discusses the levels of dating from nice guys, to those who just won't make the wedding photo cut.
The Rebel
Series 1, Episode 3 - ArtCharles has been holding the fort at the charity shop when he sells an old urine bottle. Unfortunately it has great sentimental value for Margaret, and also seems to be an apprentice piece by Marcel Duchamp for his famous urinal art-work.
The Ricky Gervais Show
Series 1, Episode 5Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant and Karl Pilkington cover a range of pointless topics, including the Top 50 "Freaks of All Time", famous sayings and a fire fighting monkey.
Minder
Series 10, Episode 7 - The Great Depression Of 1994Long-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.
The Ricky Gervais Show
Series 1, Episode 6Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant and Karl Pilkington cover a range of pointless topics including body parts, prostate exams, and the phrase "a stitch in time saves nine".
Live At The Apollo
Series 15, Episode 1 - Tom Allen, Rosie Jones, Kae KurdTom Allen is the host for the first in a new run of stand-up showcases, performed in front of a live audience at London's world-famous Hammersmith Apollo. Each show features sets from two of the country's most acclaimed up-and-coming comedians, and this week it is Rosie Jones and Kae Kurd taking to the stage.
Peep Show
Series 7, Episode 1 - St. HospitalsMark and Jeremy are at the hospital awaiting the birth of Mark's baby. Sophie is determined to have a natural birth and doesn't want Mark to transfer any of his anxiety to the baby. Meanwhile, Jeremy is convinced he will never get over losing Elena, until he meets Zahra, whose boyfriend is in a coma.
Rob Beckett's Undeniable
Episode 3Rob Beckett invites guests Jamie Laing, Lou Sanders, Lloyd Griffith and Thanyia Moore to bring as many brilliant facts as they can in an attempt to impress everyone.
Peep Show
Series 7, Episode 2 - Man JamDobby, the object of Mark's desires, is going out with Simon a graphic designer. Mark and Gerrard form the 'Dobby Club', devoted to winning her over.
Hey Tracey!
Series 1, Episode 2Dane Baptiste, Nina Nesbitt, Jack Fincham, Melvin Odoom, Charlotte Dawson and Tom Read Wilson are the guests this time.
Comedy Game Night
Episode 7Kerry Godliman, Andrew Maxwell, chef Andi Oliver, sports legend Kriss Akabusi, Game Of Thrones star Hannah Waddingham and BBC Breakfast's Dan Walker are the guests.
Joel & Nish Vs The World
Series 2, Episode 1 - PeruJoel and Nish start in South America working with porters, scaling the Andes whilst carrying equipment for tourist travellers. The pair take on one of their weirdest and toughest challenges as they attempt the 'Danza de tijeras' - scissor dancing. Safe to say it's going to be a rocky start!
Guessable?
Series 1, Episode 1Sara Pascoe, alongside team captains Alan Davies & Darren Harriott with able assistant John Kearns, welcome presenter Clare Balding and comedians Jason Manford, Russell Kane and Dane Baptiste.