British Comedy Guide

Television

TV schedule Thursday 15th December 2022

U&Drama channel logo 7am (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Series 3, Episode 7 - The Mini Series

Alistair returns from a whistle-stop trip to the US and announces that a major TV network is interested in producing Jean and Lionel's love story. The race is on to produce a treatment.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7am (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep

Shaun The Sheep

Adventures From Mossy Bottom, Episode 5 - #farmstar

The Farmer sets out to become a viral video star like his popular neighbour.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:05am (repeat)
Sketchy Comedy

Sketchy Comedy

Episode 5

A light switch, fortune cookie, traffic lights and a bottle are among the items getting the Sketchy treatment.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:10am (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 27 - The Good, The Baaaaa And The Ugly

When Danger Mouse and Penfold are sent on a rescue mission to a mysterious island Danger Mouse's over-competitiveness borders on criminal.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:15am (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 1, Episode 4

The Ronnies look at fancy dress parties, there's music from New World, and the fourth chapter of Hampton Wick.

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

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 28 - Chez Bash

When Olive surprises herself and everyone around her by actually becoming a good cook, Dr Pfooflepfeffer tries to cash in by turning the school canteen into an exclusive and super-expensive dining experience.

CITV 7:30am (repeat)
Lloyd Of The Flies. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Lloyd Of The Flies

Episode 12 - A Fridge Too Far

Lloyd is cross when Berry brings his parents fruit fresh from the fridge - if anyone's going to raid the fridge, it should be him! Lloyd and Abacus therefore head to the fridge with Berry as their guide, but they find themselves unprepared for the cold...

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:35am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 46 - Korowai Treehouses, Indonesia

The Go Jetters have been invited by the Korowai tribe to visit their village in the rainforest of Papua in Indonesia.

CITV 7:45am (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 2, Episode 44 - Apple Pip

Dave swallows an apple pip and turns into a tree - with the help of an oak tree called Linda, he discovers the importance of looking after nature.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:55am (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 1, Episode 5

Henrietta meets Toulouse-Lautrec as Hampton Wick continues. Plus French comedy-eater Chaz Chase, more music, and a visit to a rather confused doctor.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8:05am (repeat)
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

Series 5, Episode 1 - The Last Picture Show

Chrissy's dating an exceedingly dull man with a particular fondness for film-making - the more arty, the better. It's also her birthday, and he gives her a brand new cine camera, which she sets about experimenting with. Meanwhile, Larry can think of much more interesting types of films...

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8:35am (repeat)
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

Series 5, Episode 2 - Right Said George

Robin is in a musical mood, but with no apparent aptitude for the guitar, Chrissy introduces him to the Ropers' piano. Meanwhile, George's beloved banger of a car is on its last legs.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:35am (repeat)
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 4, Episode 9 - Justin's Comet

Justin and Robert are having a stargazing party to watch the rare Justin's Comet, which is passing over Justin Town for the first time in a gazillion years. They set up a massive telescope so everybody can witness the event together.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40am (repeat)
Citizen Khan. Image shows from L to R: Amjad (Abdullah Afzal), Shazia (Krupa Pattani), Naani (Adlyn Ross), Mrs Khan (Shobu Kapoor), Mr Khan (Adil Ray), Alia (Bhavna Limbachia). Copyright: BBC

Citizen Khan

Series 4, Christmas Special - Mr Khan's Christmas Wonderland

Mr Khan embraces Christmas like never before by launching his own range of traditional halal mince pies.

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

The Darling Buds Of May

Series 2, Episode 1 - Oh! To Be In England (Part 1)

Between the birth of his first grandchild and the christening celebrations, Pop finds time to entertain frail widow Mrs Meredith. Meanwhile, Charley adjusts to being a businessman and breadwinner, and Primrose falls in love with the local vicar.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:15am (repeat)
Still Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Mavis (Maggie Ollerenshaw), Granville (David Jason)

Still Open All Hours

Series 6, Christmas Special

Granville tries to put the magic back into Christmas but things don't always go according to plan and people keep disappearing - although the nation's favourite grocer might have one last trick he can perform successfully, if he can find a glamorous assistant.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:30am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 3, Episode 25 - More About Soft

The Twirlywoos are stroking a lady's soft, fluffy hat. Toodloo runs off underneath the hat and Great BigHoo, Chickedy and Chick chase after it. A lady walking her dog strokes the hat, a man eating his sandwiches accidentally tries to eat it and a bald man enjoys wearing it.

CITV 9:50am (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 2, Episode 45 - Twinfestation

Following an incident with the school photocopier, Dave must round up a hord of photocopies baby Spud twins.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:55am (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

New Year Special - The Man Who Nearly Knew Pavarotti

Wesley nearly runs over Billy Ingleton, giving Foggy the opportunity to prove his outstanding talents as a concert promoter.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10am (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Laurence Rickard, Ben Willbond, Martha Howe-Douglas, Mathew Baynton, Jim Howick, Simon Farnaby. Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 5, Episode 8

The surprising identity of Britain's top-scoring footballer is revealed, things get ridiculous on Germany's version of Historical Who Wants To Be A Millionaire, a Celtic farmer isn't terribly keen on plans for Hadrian's Wall, and the brainy pioneers of transportation sing about their inventions.

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

The Darling Buds Of May

Series 2, Episode 2 - Oh! To Be In England (Part 2)

Primrose continues her pursuit of Rev Candy, who discovers that paying tax is not the only thing that Pop and Ma have neglected to do. Meanwhile, Mlle Dupont is overwhelmed by Home Farm and takes to her bed, and Charley has a new money-making idea, involving strawberries.

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

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 18 - Who's A Clever Bird?

Richard has booked a circus to entertain the guests but it hasn't arrived, so Sooty asks the owner of the bird garden to save the day with his clever budgies.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 10:30am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 3, Episode 4 - Looking For Mickey

When Mad Micky goes on the run to protest his innocence, Terry has to look after him and Arthur sees his chance of a scoop.

CITV 11am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 25 - Hot Date

Bean agrees to go on a date with Irma.

U&Dave channel logo 11am (repeat)
Ross Noble Off Road. Ross Noble

Ross Noble Off Road

Comic Ross Noble prepares for the ultimate biking challenge: the gruelling Scottish Six Days Trial.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:15am (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason), Grandad (Lennard Pearce). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 3, Christmas Special - Thicker Than Water

When Rodney opens the door to a stranger at the flat he soon learns from Grandad that it's his long lost father, Reg. As Del returns home from the pub, his anger is abated when Reg tells them he is ill and it may be hereditary. The subsequent blood test results threaten to split the brothers up.

CITV 11:15am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 26 - Wanted

Bean is mistaken for an escaped convict and carted off to jail.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:55am (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 4, Christmas Special

Hyacinth finally achieves her ultimate goal in her search for social acceptability in this special festive edition. She and her husband Richard book a cruise on the QEII and, determined to live up to the correct image, Hyacinth packs umpteen changes of clothes. On board ship, she is in her element - until she makes an appalling discovery that threatens to ruin her trip.

Talking Pictures TV 12:25pm (repeat)
Talking Pictures TV

Don't Take It To Heart

A young lawyer champions the underdog with the help of a conscience-stricken ghost.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 12:25pm (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 2, Episode 3 - Waffle And The Kitten

The Brooklyn-Bells are looking after the kitten from Jess's veterinary practice.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 12:45pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 38 - The Great Mosque Of Djenne, Africa

Grandmaster Glitch has been invited to Djenne in Mali, Africa, to visit the people and to see one of his favourite things at work - mud!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:55pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 2, Episode 24 - Bitzer's Basic Training

Bitzer thinks The Farmer is planning to replace him, so Shaun helps to knock his friend into shape. Unfortunately Bitzer goes completely over the top with his training regime and starts running the farm with military precision driving everyone crazy.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:10pm (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.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 1:45pm (repeat)
Carry On Cabby. Image shows from L to R: Jeremy (Jim Dale), Charlie Hawkins (Sid James). Copyright: Peter Rogers Productions / STUDIOCANAL

Carry On Cabby

Sid James stars as the proprietor of a successful cab firm. Suddenly a new taxi company arrive in town, and they have a secret weapon.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:50pm (repeat)
Citizen Khan. Mr Khan (Adil Ray). Copyright: BBC

Citizen Khan

Series 5, Christmas Special - A Khanderful Life

An encounter with a mysterious heavenly passer-by shows Mr Khan how things might have been different and convinces him that, despite all its frustrations, his is a "Khanderful Life" after all.

Talking Pictures TV 2:10pm (repeat)
Sailor Beware. Image shows from L to R: Carnoustie Bligh (Gordon Jackson), Emma Hornett (Peggy Mount), Albert Tufnell (Ronald Lewis). Copyright: Remus Films

Sailor Beware

1950s farce starring Peggy Mount as a formidable mother who scares her daughter's naval fiancé.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:30pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Uncle Albert (Buster Merryfield), Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Christmas Special - Mother Nature's Son

Rodney's talk of environmental pollution brings him a strange ally when Del becomes a friend of the Earth. Of course, he's got a scam going and it involves a joint venture with the Water Board - but they are a silent partner!

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 2:30pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 40 - Cave Of Crystals, Mexico

While in Mexico, Glitch takes a short cut through the Cave of Crystals, a hidden space that contains some of the biggest crystals in the world!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:30pm (repeat)
4 O'Clock Club. Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Club

Series 9, Episode 4 - Mexico

Reiss hacks Clinton's emails and finds a secret that risks Clinton's future with Emily.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:35pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

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.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:45pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 10 - Jeopardy Mouse

When the Baron rearranges the countries of the world Danger Mouse reluctantly joins forces with his American counterpart, Jeopardy Mouse, and takes New Zealand for a spin.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:55pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason), Grandad (Lennard Pearce). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 3, Christmas Special - Thicker Than Water

When Rodney opens the door to a stranger at the flat he soon learns from Grandad that it's his long lost father, Reg. As Del returns home from the pub, his anger is abated when Reg tells them he is ill and it may be hereditary. The subsequent blood test results threaten to split the brothers up.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:10pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 41 - Bishop Rock Lighthouse, Isles Of Scilly

It's a dark night and Glitch is flying his Grim HQ over the sea around the Isles of Scilly.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:35pm (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

Christmas Special - Battle Of The Giants!

Humiliated by Square's comments for his lack of old service medals, Mainwaring and his opposite commit their men to a high-stakes contest of skill, initiative and military cunning. Which is the better body of men - but more to the point, who is the better commander?

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:35pm (repeat)
Supertato

Supertato

Series 1, Episode 14 - Evil Pea Takes A Break

Evil Pea's spa break is ruined when the Cobs try to trick Supertato while she's gone.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 4:55pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 3, Episode 5 - Dreamhouse

Terry finally gets the chance to taste the high life when he has to mind a singing star's dream home. Arthur, as usual, has other ideas.

U&W channel logo 5pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Michael Harper (Gabriel Thomson), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay), Janey Harper (Daniela Denby-Ashe)

My Family

A long-running, high rating BBC One sitcom about an average middle class family. Stars Robert Lindsay and Zoe Wanamaker.

CITV 5pm (repeat)
Lloyd Of The Flies. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Lloyd Of The Flies

Episode 13 - Lloyd the Fearless

Lloyd tries to convince everyone that he's not afraid when they visit a spooky new attraction in the Backov Zofar. Nothing scares him - not even the 'ghost insects' who swoop out of the darkness - but when Abacus goes missing, Lloyd has to face his fears.

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

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 17 - Freeze A Jolly Spud Fellow

Summer rears its hot, cheeky head in Grimsby but Dave has found a way to keep the Spud flat nice and cool. Maybe too cool.

U&Drama channel logo 5:20pm (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Series 3, Episode 7 - The Mini Series

Alistair returns from a whistle-stop trip to the US and announces that a major TV network is interested in producing Jean and Lionel's love story. The race is on to produce a treatment.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5:25pm (repeat)
Gangsta Granny. Granny (Julia McKenzie)

Gangsta Granny

Adaptation of David Walliams's children's book about a schoolboy who doesn't realise his grandma was once an international jewel thief.

Sky Atlantic logo. Copyright: Sky 5:45pm (repeat)
The Baby. Image shows from L to R: Mrs Eaves (Amira Ghazalla), Natasha (Michelle De Swarte)

The Baby

Episode 3 - The Bulldozer

Despite Mrs Eaves's shocking solution to her baby problem, Natasha finds herself willing to do anything in exchange for her help; Bobbi and her partner, Sam, prepare for an important meeting with their adoption social worker.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:55pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Raquel (Tessa Peake-Jones), Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Cassandra (Gwyneth Strong). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Christmas Special - Fatal Extraction

Del has tired of being the dutiful father and his relationship with Raquel is showing the strain. He ventures to see whether he can still pull the birds when he chances to meet a divorced woman at the dentists and soon wishes he'd kept his mouth firmly shut.

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Series 3, Episode 8 - A Trip To Los Angeles

Jean and Lionel are in LA to meet Cy Liebermann, but she's growing increasingly concerned at his crotchety manner and behaviour towards the locals. Then some 'small' changes are mooted...

U&Dave channel logo 6pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Jessica Fostekew, Sandi Toksvig, Gyles Brandreth, Susan Calman

QI

Series R, Episode 7 - Revolutions

Sandi Toksvig quizzes the panel on a few revolutionary ideas, with Alan Davies, Gyles Brandreth, Susan Calman and Jessica Fostekew going round the houses trying to come up with a decent answer.

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 1, Episode 3 - Pate And Chips

Compo's nephew takes the trio plus his own family to visit a stately home where they stroll, picnic - and get thrown out.

BBC Three 7pm (repeat)
Emma.. Emma Woodhouse (Anya Taylor-Joy)

Emma.

2020 adaptation of Jane Austen's romantic comedy.

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 1, Episode 3 - Pate And Chips

Compo's nephew takes the trio plus his own family to visit a stately home where they stroll, picnic - and get thrown out.

Talking Pictures TV 7:30pm (repeat)
Shelley. James Shelley (Hywel Bennett). Copyright: Thames Television

Shelley

Series 3, Christmas Special - Christmas With Shelley

Over a largely-liquid Christmas meal, Shelley comes to question the existence of an Aunt he can't recall having even spoken to. Then two Father Christmases arrive at the door...

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

Christmas Special - The Love Of Three Oranges

After an unpleasant incident involving wet bath enamel, Elizabeth Mainwaring is in a particularly bad mood. As the parish council hosts a bazaar in aid of troop comforts, George has his sights set on an orange to placate her.

U&Dave channel logo 7:40pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Jo Brand, Sandi Toksvig, Clive Anderson, Jimmy Carr. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series N, Episode 16 - New

With Jimmy Carr, Jo Brand and Clive Anderson.

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

Rob And Romesh Vs

Series 4, Episode 4 - Restaurants: Second Course

Rob and Romesh's journey into the restaurant business continues... and this week it's opening night! Having to do everything from find a location to shopping for their ingredients, this two parter culminates with the boys opening London's very first Hip Hop Curry House - Robandroms.

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 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.

U&Dave channel logo 8:20pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Xand van Tulleken, Roisin Conaty, David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack, Maya Jama, Roman Kemp. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 14, Episode 8

Host Rob Brydon and captains David Mitchell and Lee Mack welcome Maya Jama, Roisin Conaty, Roman Kemp and Xand van Tulleken to the comedy panel show on which the teams reveal extraordinary stories about themselves.

CITV 8:25pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 43 - The Robot

Bean buys a robot to clean his flat, but it ends up trashing half the town!

CITV 8:40pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 44 - Ice Cream

Bean wants an ice cream from the ice cream van, but ends up serving himself - along with every kid in town!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (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 9pm (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 2, Episode 12

Ricky, Stephen and Karl discuss whether old urinals or sharks in formaldehyde should be considered works of art.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 9pm
60 min
Never Mind The Buzzcocks. Greg Davies

Never Mind The Buzzcocks

Series 30, Christmas Special - Never Mind The Xmas Buzzcocks

God bless you merry gentlemen may nothing you dismay, the boys and girls from Buzzcocks are back to save the day! Greg Davies, Noel Fielding, Daisy May Cooper and Jamali Maddix present a special Christmas edition of the mayhem-filled musical panel show, featuring a trio of very special guests: nosewrinkler and Steps singer Claire Richards, dapper comedian Tom Allen, and the unstoppable force of nature that is Pete Doherty.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Jason Manford, Sandi Toksvig, Lee Mack, Aisling Bea. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series P, Episode 2 - Peril

With Aisling Bea, Lee Mack and Jason Manford.

BBC Three 9pm
45 min
Bad Education. Image shows left to right: Mitchell (Charlie Wernham), Alfie (Jack Whitehall), Stephen (Layton Williams). Credit: Tiger Aspect Productions, Matt Crockett

Bad Education

Christmas Special - Reunion

Class K are back for a careers day and reunion party that descends into mayhem, while Alfie has a decision to make about whether he will finally leave the school forever to be with Gulliver.

BBC Four 9pm (repeat)
The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel. Evelyn Greenslade (Judi Dench)

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

A group of British retirees travel to India to take up residence in what they believe is a newly restored hotel.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm
60 min
Joe Lycett's Got Your Back. Joe Lycett

Joe Lycett's Got Your Back

Christmas Special - Joe Lycett Vs David Beckham: A Got Your Back Special

Joe asks one of the world's most famous footballers to stand up for what he claims to believe in, ahead of the Qatar World Cup.

Comedy Central 9:30pm (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 2, Episode 13

Ricky and Stephen challenge Karl to describe his ideal version of the world but Karl is suspicious of a perfect life. Karl describes his theory of the 'Problem Hole' and explains his snack eating rituals to Ricky and Stephen.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40pm (repeat)
The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Dave Best (Craig Cash), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Antony Royle (Ralf Little)

The Royle Family

Christmas Special - The Golden Egg Cup

There's a new buzz in the Royle family household as it is a special time for Jim and Barbara and a celebration (including Twiglets and scotch eggs) is planned.

BBC Three 9:45pm (repeat)
Ellie & Natasia. Image shows from L to R: Ellie White, Natasia Demetriou

Ellie & Natasia

Episode 5

The Brothers Pomodoro return to show off their new cookbook and there's a song about snakes.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (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, Christmas Special - A Christmassy Ted

When Ted's quick thinking saves a group of Priests - and the Catholic church - from a major embarrassment (involving lingerie) at Christmas, he is given the prestigious Golden Cleric award. But on Craggy Island, nothing is as simple as it seems... Apart from Dougal.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 10pm
45 min
The Russell Howard Hour. Garth Marenghi (Matthew Holness)

The Russell Howard Hour

Series 6, Christmas Special

Russell Howard returns with his traditional Christmas episode, reflecting on a year like no other. In his first TV appearance in over 15 years, horror fiction heavyweight Garth Marenghi returns to our screens to read a passage from his terrifying festive horror novel.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
60 min
Live At The Moth Club. George Lambert (Mark Heap)

Live At The Moth Club

Episode 3

It's at least 25 years since George has had the electrics checked so it does look like a catastrophic accident waiting to happen. While George and Ellen muddle through, keeping lights switched off and asking the audience not to use the hand dryers, the rest of the gang must also get creative.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm
60 min
Celebrity Juice. Image shows left to right: Will Mellor, Leigh Francis

Celebrity Juice

Final Specials, Highlights Special - The Last Hurrah!

Keith Lemon bids farewell to the comedy quiz with a look back at its 14-year history, featuring all the best games, gags and mayhem.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Image shows from L to R: Susie Dent, David O'Doherty

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Christmas Special

Jimmy Carr hosts a festive-themed edition of the words and numbers game, with Rachel Riley and Susie Dent. Jon Richardson and Sarah Millican face off against Sean Lock and David Mitchell. David O'Doherty joins Susie in Dictionary Corner.

BBC Two 10:10pm (repeat)
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?

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A League Of Their Own. Image shows left to right: Micah Richards, Jamie Redknapp, Romesh Ranganathan

A League Of Their Own

Series 17, Christmas Special

The boys come together to take part in a special celebrity golf tournament that Romesh has organised as a Christmas present for Jamie.

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Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Patsy (Joanna Lumley), Edina (Jennifer Saunders). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

2011 Christmas Specials, New Year Special - Job

Edina has some crucial questions to answer, including: Has she still got it? And could a new client destroy her relationship with Saffy or make it stronger?

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Have I Got News For You

Series 58, Episode 3

Watchdog presenter Steph McGovern hosts the satirical quiz, as guests comedian Miles Jupp and journalist Camilla Long joining regular team leaders Ian Hislop and Paul Merton to poke fun at the week's events.

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Somers Town

Tomo turns 16 and seeks out a better life in London. He strikes up a friendship with Marek, and together they discover the woman of their dreams.

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Best Of Chewin' The Fat

Series 2, Episode 1

Sink your teeth into more of the very best sketches compiled from the original Chewin' The Fat series and Hogmanay specials.

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Mrs. Brown's Boys. Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC / BocPix

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Christmas 2015, New Year Special - Mammy's Widow's Memories

When a handsome stranger appears in Foley's Pub, everyone presumes he must be after Cathy. But the stranger reveals he only has eyes for one special woman: Agnes Brown herself. Will Agnes go on her first date in years? And if she does, who's in for the bigger surprise: Agnes Brown, or the stranger?

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30 min
Micah Richards' Player Pranks. Michail Antonio

Micah Richards' Player Pranks

Episode 3

Micah and Smithy attempt their most audacious gag so far as they try to pull the wool over West Ham striker Michail Antonio's eyes, with a bear scare. Former Arsenal star and top pundit Paul Merson falls foul of a very annoying interview prank starring YouTuber Josh Pieters. Plus Micah also stars in his own prank from his past at Man City.

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Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: James Acaster, Hugh Dennis, Gary Delaney, Dara O Briain, Sara Pascoe, Elis James, Rob Beckett. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 15, Episode 9

Dara and Hugh are joined by guests James Acaster, Rob Beckett, Gary Delaney, Elis James and Sara Pascoe.

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Jon & Lucy's Christmas Sleepover. Image shows from L to R: Jon Richardson, Lucy Beaumont

Jon & Lucy's Party Of The Year

Jon Richardson, Lucy Beaumont and guests look back over the year.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 8 (Channel 4: Series 9), Episode 3

Jon Richardson and Alex Brooker take on guest captain Jonny Vegas and Sara Pascoe. Tom Allen joins Susie Dent, while Claudia Winkleman and Rob Beckett stand in for Rachel Riley on letters-and-numbers duty.

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As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Series 3, Episode 7 - The Mini Series

Alistair returns from a whistle-stop trip to the US and announces that a major TV network is interested in producing Jean and Lionel's love story. The race is on to produce a treatment.

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

Peep Show

Series 2, Episode 4 - University Challenge

Mark meets a student called April in a shoe shop and decides to return to see her again, but discovers that she has gone to university in Dartmouth.

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Ladies Of Letters

A selection of episodes from the second series.

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The Stand Up Sketch Show. Catherine Bohart

The Stand Up Sketch Show

Series 2, Episode 5

Routines by comedians Bobby Mair, Judi Love, Catherine Bohart, Ivo Graham, Adam Rowe, Adam Hess, Lily Phillips, Sean McLoughlin and Rhys Nicholson are reconstructed as sketches.

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Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Ed Byrne, Hugh Dennis, Milton Jones, Dara O Briain, Zoe Lyons, Josh Widdicombe, Nish Kumar. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 15, Episode 10

Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis mock the last week with guests Ed Byrne, Milton Jones, Nish Kumar, Josh Widdicombe and Zoe Lyons.

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

Peep Show

Series 2, Episode 5 - The Man Show

Sophie tells Mark that her and Geoff are moving in together and that he thinks her and Mark should see less of each other.

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As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Series 3, Episode 8 - A Trip To Los Angeles

Jean and Lionel are in LA to meet Cy Liebermann, but she's growing increasingly concerned at his crotchety manner and behaviour towards the locals. Then some 'small' changes are mooted...

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The Stand Up Sketch Show. Adam Rowe

The Stand Up Sketch Show

Series 2, Episode 6

Routines by comedians Marlon Davis, Russell Kane, Sarah Keyworth, Adam Rowe, Maisie Adam, Luke McQueen, Kelly Convey and Seann Walsh are reconstructed as sketches.

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Joe Lycett's Got Your Back. Joe Lycett

Joe Lycett's Got Your Back

Christmas Special - Joe Lycett Vs David Beckham: A Got Your Back Special

Joe asks one of the world's most famous footballers to stand up for what he claims to believe in, ahead of the Qatar World Cup.

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Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled. Image shows from L to R: Toussaint Douglass, Desiree Burch, Alan Davies, Jason Manford, Suzi Ruffell. Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled

Series 6, Episode 6

Jason Manford opens up about how he became a stand-up and the time he got a dressing down from showbiz royalty, Bruce Forsyth. Toussaint Douglass, who is currently taking the stand-up scene by storm, chats about slipping down the pecking order. While New Yorker, Desiree Burch, discusses what life is really like on the streets of the city that never sleeps; and award-winning comic Suzi Ruffell reveals how she's still reeling over the time she was left holding her neighbour's tool.

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The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Dave Best (Craig Cash), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Antony Royle (Ralf Little)

The Royle Family

Christmas Special - The Golden Egg Cup

There's a new buzz in the Royle family household as it is a special time for Jim and Barbara and a celebration (including Twiglets and scotch eggs) is planned.

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Auf Wiedersehen, Pet

Auf Wiedersehen, Pet

Series 4, Episode 1 - Britannia Waives The Rules

The builders finish work on a Russian mansion which, unknown to them, is owned by a criminal.

Comedy Central Extra 2:05am (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Jack Dee. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Jack Dee Live At The Apollo Series 1, Episode 6

Here, Jack's hilarious set takes in trouble with builders, and his fear of burglars.

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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, Christmas Special - A Christmassy Ted

When Ted's quick thinking saves a group of Priests - and the Catholic church - from a major embarrassment (involving lingerie) at Christmas, he is given the prestigious Golden Cleric award. But on Craggy Island, nothing is as simple as it seems... Apart from Dougal.

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QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Jo Brand, Sandi Toksvig, Clive Anderson, Jimmy Carr. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series N, Episode 16 - New

With Jimmy Carr, Jo Brand and Clive Anderson.

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Code 404. Image shows from L to R: DI Roy Carver (Stephen Graham), DI John Major (Daniel Mays)

Code 404

Series 1, Episode 4

The pressure is on with Major and Carver's latest assignment; protecting Chalmers, the head of the A.I. Ethics Committee. Success could secure Major's future, whereas failing to do so could seal his fate. Meanwhile, feeling stung by Kelly's rejection, Carver contemplates a transfer to Scotland. But when Kelly asks him to stay, he's filled with renewed hope.

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Mrs. Brown's Boys. Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC / BocPix

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Christmas 2015, New Year Special - Mammy's Widow's Memories

When a handsome stranger appears in Foley's Pub, everyone presumes he must be after Cathy. But the stranger reveals he only has eyes for one special woman: Agnes Brown herself. Will Agnes go on her first date in years? And if she does, who's in for the bigger surprise: Agnes Brown, or the stranger?

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Comedians Giving Lectures. Image shows from L to R: Sara Pascoe, Joe Thomas, Erika Ehler, Henning Wehn. Copyright: 12 Yard Productions

Comedians Giving Lectures

Series 2, Episode 4

Host Sara Pascoe is joined by comedians Erika Ehler, Joe Thomas and Henning Wehn who compete to deliver the best lecture.

Comedy Central Extra 3:05am (repeat)
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store. Image shows from L to R: Harriet Kemsley, Bobby Mair. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 5, Episode 11 - Bobby And Harriet At The Comedy Store

Married couple, Harriet Kemsley and Bobby Mair, are tonight's hosts from the legendary Comedy Store as they perform their own individual stand-up sets and introduce the amazing Rhys James.

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Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Patsy (Joanna Lumley), Edina (Jennifer Saunders). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

2011 Christmas Specials, New Year Special - Job

Edina has some crucial questions to answer, including: Has she still got it? And could a new client destroy her relationship with Saffy or make it stronger?

Comedy Central Extra 3:25am (repeat)
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 5, Episode 12 - Jayde Adams At The Comedy Store

Fabulous Jayde Adams hosts a night of comedy at the legendary Comedy Store in London with the marvellous Adam Hess, the wonderfully funny Tom Lucy and the fantastic Tez Ilyas.

Comedy Central Extra 3:50am (repeat)
Guessable?. Bec Hill

Guessable?

Series 3, Episode 4 - Is Pumping A Young Man's Game

Sara Pascoe and John Kearns, with captains Alan Davies and Darren Harriott, this week welcome the unruly bunch of Brian Conley, Harriet Kemsley, Bec Hill and Dr Ranj into the Comedy Central loft to play a selection of simple but beguiling guessing games.

Comedy Central Extra 4:30am (repeat)
Al Murray's Great British Pub Quiz. Image shows from L to R: Ed Byrne, Shaun Williamson, Al Murray, Kerry Godliman. Copyright: Avalon Television

Al Murray's Great British Pub Quiz

Episode 9

Al, aided by barman Shaun Williamson and captains Ed Byrne and Kerry Godliman, oversees the clash between The Burrell Arms from West Sussex and The Manor House from Coventry.

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