British Comedy Guide

Television

TV schedule Thursday 17th March 2022

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Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 1 - Dark Dawn

Pink Dawn's henchman teddy bear Snuggles is on an angry rampage. He is zapping cuddly toys, bringing them to life as rage-filled criminals.

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Brush Strokes. Image shows from L to R: Jacko (Karl Howman), Lionel Bainbridge (Gary Waldhorn), Sandra (Jackie Lye), Eric (Mike Walling). Copyright: BBC

Brush Strokes

Series 4, Episode 5

Jacko goes out wth Lucia and finds that she is not the shrinking violet that he thought she was. Lesley gets a job in a wine bar.

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Hi-De-Hi!. Ted Bovis (Paul Shane). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 2, Episode 2 - Peggy's Big Chance

Peggy, the chalet maid, has a burning ambition to become a Yellowcoat. Jeffrey arranges an interview.

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Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 2 - The Admirable Penfold

The greatest secret agent and his clumsy sidekick continue their fight against Baron Greenback.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:20am (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 37 - Grizzly's Great Outdoors

A snake bite causes Grizzly Griller to forget all his survival know-how, so it's down to his greatest fan Dennis to help him re-learn his survival skills so they can all make it safely back to Beanotown.

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Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 40 - Funky Fireflies, Selangor River, Malaysia

A trip to see fireflies becomes a rescue when Xuli and Glitch get stuck in a swamp.

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Chef!. Image shows from L to R: Everton Stonehead (Roger Griffiths), Gareth Blackstock (Lenny Henry)

Chef!

Series 2, Episode 7 - England Expects

Gareth has to prove he is the best chef in Britain by winning an international cookery competition in Lyon, France. Will he win and make his respected culinary peers eat sauteed crow? Orwill the Frenchies nobble the "rosbif"?

Talking Pictures TV 7:55am (repeat)
Talking Pictures TV

Crackerjack

A repeat of this 1938 film.

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Man About The House. Image shows from L to R: Chrissy Plummer (Paula Wilcox), Robin Tripp (Richard O'Sullivan), Jo (Sally Thomsett). Copyright: Thames Television

Man About The House

A selection off episodes from the third series.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:25am (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Gemma Whelan, Ryan Sampson, Tom Stourton

Horrible Histories

Series 8, Episode 3 - Chaotic Collabs

Amazing collaborations including Shakespeare brainstorming Macbeth.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:30am (repeat)
dinnerladies. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Anne Reid), Stan (Duncan Preston), Brenda (Victoria Wood), Twinkle (Maxine Peake), Dolly (Thelma Barlow), Tony (Andrew Dunn), Anita (Shobna Gulati). Copyright: Good Fun / Pozzitive Productions

dinnerladies

Series 2, Episode 2 - Trouble

Jean's husband leaves her for a dental assistant in south Wales, and her colleagues feel the force of her frustration and anger. Meanwhile, Petula has a more-than-slightly surprising announcement to make.

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Justin's House. Image shows from L to R: Justin (Justin Fletcher), Little Monster, Robert the Robert (Steven Kynman). Copyright: BBC

Justin's House

Series 5, Episode 9 - Cat's New Job

Cat has a new job as the Justin Town newsreader.

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Hi-De-Hi!. Ted Bovis (Paul Shane). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 2, Episode 3 - Lift Up Your Minds

Ex-professor Fairbrother gives campers a recital of classical music.

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Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 3, Episode 3 - More About Up And Down

The Robot visits the Twirlywoos on the Big Red Boat. The Twirlywoos take turns to turn the Robot's key which causes the Robot to shoot up and down, taking Chickedy and Chick with it!

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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 30, Episode 8 - In Which Romance Springs A Leak

Toby is beginning to realise that the benefits of going back to his ex-wife far outweigh the advantages of living alone in a sparsely furnished house with no-one to cook or clean for him.

CITV 10am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 35 - Halloween

Mr Bean loves Halloween and prepares to give the neighbourhood kids some tricks and treats they will not forget. Then he gets carried away with his spooky pranks and becomes the target of even more fiendish tricks by his neighbours, the Bruisers.

CITV 10:15am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 36 - Bean Painting

The animated antics of the hapless bumbler Mr Bean.

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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 30, Episode 9 - Variations On A Theme Of Father's Day

In order that Hobbo can find out more about Nelly, his supposed mother, he has Howard eavesdrop on her when she is visiting Pearl.

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

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 25 - The Marching Band

Richard is preparing a show that will blow everything away and the gang are desperate to take part. But what can Sweep do? With his bagpipes and batons causing nothing but trouble, Sooty comes up with some mischief of his own.

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Horrible Histories. Queen Victoria (Sarah Hadland). Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 6, Highlights Special - Savage Songs Special

A special episode of the historical sketch show, featuring songs from the series, including King Alfred singing about his burnt cakes, and Henry VIII singing about his love of reformation. With host Rattus to guide the way.

CITV 10:30am (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 2, Episode 32 - Grimsby Fairy Tale

Grimsby is putting on its annual community play and Anna wants the role of princess - cast as a witch instead, along with Gran and Dave, she and her Spud sidekicks set out to prove that witches can have happy endings too.

CITV 10:45am (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 2, Episode 33 - Spud Railways

The Spuds have a new toy railway for the twins from the dump - this one is particularly special because it is big enough for all the Spuds to ride. With plenty of track to spare, wherever might the Spuds' railway journey take them?

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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 7 - Brothers And Sisters

A family reunion leaves the staff of Winterdown Farm all tied up and lost for words, love is in the air for Bryan, and Boycie attempts to bury the past before the Driscoll Brothers bury him.

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Class Dismissed. Copyright: BBC

Class Dismissed

Series 1, Episode 4 - Parents Evening

It's Parents Evening at Dockbridge High and the students are feeling nervous - all except for Year 8 pupil Mark.

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Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 4, Episode 16 - The Pelican

An unusual guest lands on the farm. Shaun and Bitzer try their best to make the visitor feel welcome but can't work out what the unexpected arrival needs. When they realise it is hungry, they set about trying to find it some food - if only they could get their hands on the Farmer's prize catch.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40am (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 5, Episode 6 - If The Cap Fits....

Frazer is becoming increasingly troublesome, so Mainwaring tries to solve the problem by temporarily promoting him to the rank of captain. The plan soon backfires when a visitor mistakes Frazer for Mainwaring.

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Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 4, Episode 17 - Bad Boy

There's a new kid on the block and he's up to no good. At first Bitzer is charmed by the newcomer, but when he starts to get him into trouble, Shaun decides something must be done to teach him a lesson.

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Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 26 - Grand Stressed Auto

Danger Mouse inherits the ancient but spritely MK3 car after the beloved MK4 gets jammed-up. But Penfold is suspicious when the MK3 is determined to have DM all to himself.

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Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 27 - Clash Of The Odd-Esy

Danger Mouse arrives in ancient Greece and befriends Zeus who grants him godly powers.

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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 5, Episode 7 - The King Was In His Counting House

While Mainwaring hosts a party in his house for some of his men, the bank gets bombed. It is up to his troops to make sure that none of the bank's money goes missing.

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Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 1, Episode 4 - Waffle Explores

It's Evie and Doug's first playdate together with their friends. They try out their new ball pit, but Waffle can't join in because he's not toilet trained. He finds fun elsewhere.

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Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 11 - Sinking Feeling

When heavy things are put on soft surfaces like sand, they sometimes sink. Spreading the weight across a bigger surface area can help to stop that sinking feeling, so we're making sand shoes from cardboard and ribbon.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:40pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 24 - I, Clawdia

When the gang's sausages go missing, and they discover gnashed bicycle wheels and one of Gnasher's teeth, it seems like there's only one suspect. But Dennis refuses to believe that Gnasher is to blame. Gnasher realises he's being set up by Clawdia, Walter's ultra sneaky cat, and has to find a way to prove his innocence.

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Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 41 - Pirate Peril, Jamaica

Xuli dives into action when Glitch's pirate game puts Lars in danger. Yo-ho Go Jetters go!

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The Admirable Crichton. Image shows left to right: Bill Crichton (Kenneth More), Eliza Tweeny (Diane Cilento). Credit: Columbia Pictures

The Admirable Crichton

1957 film based on J M Barrie's play. Kenneth More stars as butler to a family who find themselves shipwrecked on a desert island.

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Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 25 - Postcards From The Veg

Pieface laments that Paul is looking peaky and needs a holiday. Dennis has a plan! But its only when Walter kidnaps Paul that he realises his chips are down and he needs the gang's help to put things right!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1pm (repeat)
Chef!. Image shows from L to R: Everton Stonehead (Roger Griffiths), Gareth Blackstock (Lenny Henry)

Chef!

Series 2, Episode 7 - England Expects

Gareth has to prove he is the best chef in Britain by winning an international cookery competition in Lyon, France. Will he win and make his respected culinary peers eat sauteed crow? Orwill the Frenchies nobble the "rosbif"?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:40pm (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Ted Bovis (Paul Shane). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 2, Episode 3 - Lift Up Your Minds

Ex-professor Fairbrother gives campers a recital of classical music.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 2:15pm (repeat)
Shakespeare & Hathaway - Private Investigators. Image shows from L to R: Marcia Fortby (Sian Reeves), Julienne Fortby (Janet Dibley)

Shakespeare & Hathaway - Private Investigators

Series 2, Episode 4 - Beware The Ides Of March

Frank and Lu investigate a series of deadly "accidents" on a psychic TV programme hosted by two warring sisters.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:20pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 2, Episode 13 - Thirty Year Itch

It's the Ambrose's 30th wedding anniversary, and Desmond is determined to make it a particularly special one for Shirl. Michael, meanwhile, has a new lady friend to show off. It's bound to be a wonderful evening - right?!

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 2:25pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 42 - Go Jet Academy: Waterspout Wipeout

A race between Xuli, Lars and Glitch gets serious when a tornado hits the Academy Island.

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Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Series 3, Episode 22 - Timmy The Hero

After reading a superhero comic, Timmy is desperate to save the day. But his efforts are not always appreciated.

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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 7 - Brothers And Sisters

A family reunion leaves the staff of Winterdown Farm all tied up and lost for words, love is in the air for Bryan, and Boycie attempts to bury the past before the Driscoll Brothers bury him.

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Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Mathew Baynton, Jim Howick, Ben Willbond, Simon Farnaby, Martha Howe-Douglas. Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 4, Episode 6

A confused Christopher Columbus declares he has found India and a Georgian woman reveals her very Stupid Death. Also, Victoria and Albert attend the Great Exhibition, and Tsar Peter III brings a very weird case to the Court of Historical Law.

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Lovejoy. Lovejoy (Ian McShane). Copyright: FremantleMedia

Lovejoy

Series 1, Episode 4 - Friends, Romans And Enemies

Junk or otherwise, death invariably yields up a fresh supply of objects to the antique trade. But old James Bexon saw everything in Pairs, and Lovejoy's own life could be at stake.

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Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 26 - The Whole Tooth

When Gnasher gnashes Walter's portrait, he gets revenge with a titanium sausage that leaves Gnasher toothless and miserable. Dennis and the gang decide to stage a heist to 'borrow' some diamonds until Gnasher's teeth grow back!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:40pm (repeat)
The Good Life. Image shows from L to R: Margo Leadbetter (Penelope Keith), Tom Good (Richard Briers), Jerry Leadbetter (Paul Eddington), Barbara Good (Felicity Kendal). Copyright: BBC

The Good Life

Series 1, Episode 4 - Pig's Lib

There are two new additions to the Good family: Pinky and Perky the pigs. Margo does not share Tom and Barbara's enthusiasm and the pigs are sent away. Having made Margo feel guilty, Tom is allowed to retrieve them from certain death...

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Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 2, Episode 20 - In The Doghouse

Bitzer's kennel is accidentally destroyed and the canny canine hopes the farmer will replace it with a new deluxe model. But when he sees his master's clumsy attempt to build a new kennel, Bitzer is so horrified that he packs his bags and leaves home. Shaun, however, hopes to tempt Bitzer to return with the kennel of his dreams.

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Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 32 - Wicked Leaks

Penfold's addiction to social media leads to the Baron turning all of DM's secrets against him, in a plot to deflate the planet.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:20pm (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 30, Episode 8 - In Which Romance Springs A Leak

Toby is beginning to realise that the benefits of going back to his ex-wife far outweigh the advantages of living alone in a sparsely furnished house with no-one to cook or clean for him.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:25pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 33 - Tomorrow Never Comes

Dreams come true as The Princess returns and erases weekdays forever! It's up to Danger Mouse to ruin everyone's lives and restore weekdays before it's too late.

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Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Series 2, Episode 4 - Sweet Dreams Timmy

It is nap time but Timmy is too excited to sleep. While the other animals snooze, Timmy wants to play.

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Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 4, Episode 8 - Willesden Suite

Terry's job as security for the local Rotary Club offers Arthur a chance to gain some much-needed respectability when he is invited to speak at a function.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5pm (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 30, Episode 9 - Variations On A Theme Of Father's Day

In order that Hobbo can find out more about Nelly, his supposed mother, he has Howard eavesdrop on her when she is visiting Pearl.

CITV 5pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 23 - Rat Pack

Dave wants to learn to play the drums at school, but is given the recorder. With a talent show around the corner, Dave gets practising.

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Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 1, Episode 14 - Waffle And George

Mrs Hobbs's cat, George, gets locked inside her house, giving Waffle a chance to prove himself to Mrs Hobbs. Can he rescue George?

CITV 5:15pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 24 - Flea Man

Dave and Fuzzypeg the dog get dirty playing at the local dump, so dirty in fact that Fuzzypeg picks up an extremely grumpy flea.

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

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 26 - Holi Festival Of Colour, India

Glitch takes all of the colourful powder from the Festival of Colour in Dwarka, India.

U&Drama channel logo 5:20pm (repeat)
Brush Strokes. Image shows from L to R: Jacko (Karl Howman), Lionel Bainbridge (Gary Waldhorn), Sandra (Jackie Lye), Eric (Mike Walling). Copyright: BBC

Brush Strokes

Series 4, Episode 5

Jacko goes out wth Lucia and finds that she is not the shrinking violet that he thought she was. Lesley gets a job in a wine bar.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:40pm (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Ted Bovis (Paul Shane). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 2, Episode 3 - Lift Up Your Minds

Ex-professor Fairbrother gives campers a recital of classical music.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5:40pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories

Horrible Histories

Series 9, Special - Gruesome Guide To Growing Up: Animated Special

Life wasn't always fun for children in the past. Horrible Histories delves into the not-so-easy lives of children throughout history, from the strict parenting of ancient civilisations, to the terrible fights the young King Louis XIV had with his little brother - even weeing on each others beds! And find out just why Henry VIII was so keen for his son Edward VI to stay inside.

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (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 9, Episode 2 - Conduct Unbecoming

A fallout between Mr. Humphries and his mother causes him to behave most erratically at work ... to the point that he's put on trial for theft.

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

Taskmaster

Series 8, Episode 1 - Hello

The wait is finally over, Taskmaster returns to Dave. Tyrant Greg Davies and Little Alex Horne set challenges for Iain Stirling, Joe Thomas, Lou Sanders, Paul Sinha and Sian Gibson]. Starting with: baby monitors, powerful smells and seductive dummies.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:20pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 2, Episode 13 - Thirty Year Itch

It's the Ambrose's 30th wedding anniversary, and Desmond is determined to make it a particularly special one for Shirl. Michael, meanwhile, has a new lady friend to show off. It's bound to be a wonderful evening - right?!

U&Drama channel logo 6:40pm (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 19, Episode 10 - Support Your Local Skydiver

Compo sports a more daring image.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (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 7 - Brothers And Sisters

A family reunion leaves the staff of Winterdown Farm all tied up and lost for words, love is in the air for Bryan, and Boycie attempts to bury the past before the Driscoll Brothers bury him.

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 20, Episode 1 - The Pony Set

Auntie Wainwright has a new line in all things equestrian - even a riding simulator, which Compo thinks might come rather handy.

U&Dave channel logo 7:35pm (repeat)
Room 101. Image shows from L to R: Greg James, Frank Skinner, Bridget Christie, Robert Peston. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 5, Episode 7 - Bridget Christie, Robert Peston, Greg James

Comedian Bridget Christie, business journalist Robert Peston and radio DJ Greg James attempt to get rid of peoples' sense of entitlement, Lycra and the Kardashians.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Image shows from L to R: Private Godfrey (Arnold Ridley), Lance Corporal Jones (Clive Dunn), Private Walker (James Beck), Captain Mainwaring (Arthur Lowe), Private Frazer (John Laurie), Sergeant Wilson (John Le Mesurier), Private Pike (Ian Lavender)

Dad's Army

Series 5, Episode 8 - All Is Safety Gathered In

After a near-death experience, Hodges resolves to be kinder to everyone. This includes Captain Mainwaring, who has decided to have the platoon assist a farmer friend of Godfrey's to gather in the annual wheat harvest.

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 8:20pm (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 5, Episode 9 - When Did You Last See Your Money?

Intending to deposit £500 collected for the servicemen's canteen, Jones is horrified to find he has misplaced the money. The platoon attempt to help him remember where it might be.

U&Dave channel logo 8:20pm (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 3, Episode 5

This week, comedian Jack Whitehall and former Sun editor Kelvin MacKenzie join David to do battle with Lee's team mates, TV presenter Christine Bleakley and stand-up comedian Frankie Boyle.

Talking Pictures TV 9pm (repeat)
Steptoe And Son Ride Again. Image shows from L to R: Albert (Wilfrid Brambell), Harold (Harry H. Corbett). Copyright: Associated London Films Limited

Steptoe And Son Ride Again

The rag-and-bone business is in trouble and Harold is convinced that Albert must die so that he can collect the old man's life insurance.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
Kind Hearts And Coronets. The General D'Ascoyne (Alec Guinness). Copyright: STUDIOCANAL / Ealing Studios

Kind Hearts And Coronets

Black Ealing comedy with eight classic characterisations by Alec Guinness as the noble victims of vengeance-seeking relative Dennis Price.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm
60 min
Billy Connolly Does.... Billy Connolly

Billy Connolly Does...

Series 1, Episode 4 - Nature

According to Billy, crocodiles hate heavy rock, polar bears are surprisingly sneaky and Unicorns reside in Scotland! Settle in for some great time as Billy talks about his lifelong love of all things furry and
his hopes about what's next in store for Mother Earth.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen K Amos, Sandi Toksvig, Lou Sanders, Susan Calman

QI

Series R, Episode 10 - Rest & Recreation

Sandi Toksvig asks questions on the theme of rest and recreation this week, with Stephen K Amos, Susan Calman, Lou Sanders and Alan Davies trying to come up with interesting answers - while avoiding the most obvious ones.

BBC Four 9pm (repeat)
Shakespeare In Love

Shakespeare In Love

Romantic comedy about a fictional relationship between William Shakespeare and a young woman who poses as a man in order to star in his plays.

BBC Three 9:45pm
Zen Motoring. Ivan Battaliero-Owen

Zen Motoring

Episode 5 - Night Shift

Everything is odder at night. Ogmios loses his grip and transients into a dream, in the dark underbelly of Shoreditch.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 10pm (repeat)
Scot Squad. Image shows from L to R: DC Megan Squire (Julie Wilson Nimmo), DC Andrea McGill (Louise McCarthy). Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Scot Squad

Series 4, Episode 6

This week, the bold band of Braveheart bam-busters catch a break in a break-in case, net some fish thieves in a robbery and deal with an expensive drop of whisky.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
Russell Howard Live: Dingledodies. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard Live: Dingledodies

A TV broadcast of Russell Howard's 2008 stand-up tour.

Comedy Central 10pm (repeat)
The Complaints Department. Suzi Ruffell. Copyright: Monkey Kingdom

The Complaints Department

Episode 2

On the show tonight, Jason is joined by Sarah Millican, Eshaan Akbar, Suzi Ruffell and Hal Cruttenden.

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

Men Behaving Badly

Series 4, Episode 3 - Pornography

Flat share sitcom following security salesman Gary and his lodger, as they attempt to navigate the opposite sex.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
40 min
Meet The Richardsons. Image shows from L to R: Joel Dommett, Jon (Jon Richardson)

Meet The Richardsons

Series 3, Episode 3

Jon and Lucy reluctantly agree to look after their new neighbours' hamster. But with Lucy away filming a game show, Jon's left with sole responsibility for the mini pet. Jon tries out new stand-up material at a gig with fellow comedian Joel Dommett, and he grabs the chance to do a Leeds United podcast, recorded with Gabby Logan.

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Shopping With Keith Lemon

Series 2, Episode 8 - Roman Kemp & Emma Bunton

Keith has a fun day out at an amusement park with TV and radio presenter Roman Kemp and goes for a walk in the woods and a pint with Spice Girl Emma Bunton.

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Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Tim (Tim Vine), Lee (Lee Mack), Daisy (Katy Wix). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 5, Episode 1 - Band

When Tim joins a band at work and Lucy falls for the lead guitarist, Lee becomes jealous, and decides that if he can't beat them he should join them.

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 14, Episode 9

James Acaster, Gary Delaney, Zoe Lyons and Josh Widdicombe are the guests on this week's show.

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Frayed. Image shows left to right: Jim (Ben Mingay), Sammy Burbeck (Sarah Kendall)

Frayed

Series 2, Episode 4

Fairbank is convinced he has cracked the case and is hot on the heels of the Cooper family. Bev learns that the Coopers are expecting her to lie to the police about Jim's whereabouts on the day of Terry's death, and quickly reverts to type and bribes them in return for changing her story.

Comedy Central 11pm (repeat)
Utterly Outrageous Comedy. Abigoliah Schamaun. Copyright: Spelthorne Community Television

Utterly Outrageous Comedy

Episode 2 - Celebrity & Politics

Jennifer Saunders narrates a look at the most shocking and outlandish comedy ever seen on TV. Clips come from Dame Edna's show, Shooting Stars, Mrs Merton and Extras. Plus, Harry Enfield, Ali G, the Pub Landlord and The Day Today.

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Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Jeff Heaney (Neil Fitzmaurice), Alan Johnson (Paterson Joseph). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 4, Episode 3 - Gym

Mark continues to be tormented by doubts about the advisability of marrying Sophie, and joins a gym to spend as much time away from her as possible. Meanwhile, Jeremy starts working as a cleaner in a bid to get closer to ex-wife Nancy, hoping against hope for a reconciliation.

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Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 14, Episode 10

Dara O Briain and the team return for another episode. With James Acaster, Rob Beckett, Ellie Taylor and Josh Widdicombe.

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Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Jeff Heaney (Neil Fitzmaurice), Alan Johnson (Paterson Joseph). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 4, Episode 4 - Handyman

Jeremy gets a job working as a handyman for his hero, techno musician Russell, but Mark suspects Russell's motivation.

Mark goes to a school reunion and considers embarking on an illicit affair with a girl he used to fancy.

Comedy Central Midnight (repeat)
Rhod Gilbert's Growing Pains. Kiell Smith-Bynoe. Copyright: Rumpus Media

Rhod Gilbert's Growing Pains

Series 2, Episode 4

Josh Widdicombe, Clare Balding and Kiell Smith-Bynoe share their most mortifying teenage tales with Rhod Gilbert.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Episode 14

Sean Lock and Bill Bailey take on special guest captain Joe Wilkinson with Isy Suttie. Susie Dent is joined by Joe Lycett.

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Britain's Greatest Comedy Character. Copyright: Crook Productions

Britain's Greatest Comedy Character

A show in which a jury pick a list of the UK's best comedy characters.

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QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Jo Brand, Stephen Fry, Liza Tarbuck, Sue Perkins. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series J, Episode 13 - Jobs

With Sarah Millican, David Mitchell and the Rev. Richard Coles.

Talking Pictures TV 12:55am (repeat)
Water. Governor Baxter Thwaites (Michael Caine). Copyright: Hand Made Films

Water

Comedy about the inhabitants of a small British Caribbean island whose world is changed when an American oil company strikes mineral water.

Comedy Central 1am (repeat)
The Ricky Gervais Show. Image shows from L to R: Stephen Merchant, Karl Pilkington, Ricky Gervais. Copyright: Media Rights Capital / Wildbrain

The Ricky Gervais Show

Series 3, Episode 9 - Earth

In this show, Ricky, Karl and Stephen discuss the origins of the universe and the evolution of creatures other than humans. Plus, Karl talks about the downside of recycling, world travel and restroom encounters.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 19 (Channel 4: Series 20), Episode 2

Jon Richardson and Tom Allen take on Sean Lock and Rosie Jones in the classic words and numbers quiz, while Sean Bean - aka Adam Riches - joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner. Hosted by Jimmy Carr, with Rachel Riley looking after the numbers and letters.

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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 3, Episode 5

This week, comedian Jack Whitehall and former Sun editor Kelvin MacKenzie join David to do battle with Lee's team mates, TV presenter Christine Bleakley and stand-up comedian Frankie Boyle.

Comedy Central 1:30am (repeat)
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The Ricky Gervais Show

Series 3, Episode 10 - Society

This week the trio discuss Ancient Greece and what laws and rules they may have instigated and muse over what life would be like if Karl was made President of Society.

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Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 4, Episode 6 - If Money Be The Food Of Love, Play On

Terry and Arthur are captivated by an Australian girl who claims to be searching for her long-lost boyfriend - but what is her real motive?

Comedy Central Extra 2am (repeat)
Channel Hopping With Jon Richardson. Suzi Ruffell. Copyright: Rumpus Media

Channel Hopping With Jon Richardson

Series 2, Episode 6

Jon gives his take on the world's wildest TV, with Suzi Ruffell and Judi Love. Featuring US reality show Best Funeral Ever, Suzi's TV obsession, and a televisual trip to Egypt.

U&Dave channel logo 2am
45 min version
(repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Tanyalee Davis, Nina Conti, Hal Cruttenden. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 11, Christmas Special - Noel At The Apollo

In the fabulously festive final episode, the incredible Nina Conti is the host, introducing the brilliant Tanyalee Davis, Royal Variety Show favourite Hal Cruttenden and star of The Last Leg and Mock The Week, Josh Widdicombe.

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The Curse. Ronnie Gatlin (Michael Smiley)

The Curse

Series 1, Episode 6 - Somewhere Over The Rainbow

The gang are running out of options. The police are getting closer...

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The Stand Up Sketch Show. Travis Jay

The Stand Up Sketch Show

Series 4, Episode 7

Routines by comedians Russell Kane, Travis Jay, Chloe Petts, Olga Koch, Michael Stranney, Sikisa and Seann Walsh are reconstructed as sketches.

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This Country. Image shows from L to R: Lee 'Kurtan' Mucklowe (Charlie Cooper), Kerry Mucklowe (Daisy May Cooper). Copyright: BBC

This Country

Series 2, Episode 3 - Minor Injuries

Kerry is helping the vicar run the local football practice and ends up requiring medical attention.

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This Country. Image shows from L to R: Reverend Francis Seaton (Paul Chahidi), Jacob Seaton (Gerran Howell). Copyright: BBC

This Country

Series 2, Episode 4 - The Vicar's Son

When the vicar's son, Jacob, returns from living in Bristol, can Kurtan help him re-adjust to village life?

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Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Tim (Tim Vine), Lee (Lee Mack), Daisy (Katy Wix). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 5, Episode 1 - Band

When Tim joins a band at work and Lucy falls for the lead guitarist, Lee becomes jealous, and decides that if he can't beat them he should join them.

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Brush Strokes. Image shows from L to R: Jacko (Karl Howman), Lionel Bainbridge (Gary Waldhorn), Sandra (Jackie Lye), Eric (Mike Walling). Copyright: BBC

Brush Strokes

Series 4, Episode 5

Jacko goes out wth Lucia and finds that she is not the shrinking violet that he thought she was. Lesley gets a job in a wine bar.

Comedy Central Extra 3:25am (repeat)
The Ricky Gervais Show. Image shows from L to R: Stephen Merchant, Karl Pilkington, Ricky Gervais. Copyright: Media Rights Capital / Wildbrain

The Ricky Gervais Show

A selection of episodes from the third series.

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