British Comedy Guide

Television

TV schedule Wednesday 5th April 2023

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

Taskmaster

Series 4, Episode 8 - Tony Three Pies

It's the series finale so one of the five courageous comedians will end up strutting around proudly with Greg Davies's golden trophy head in their mucky paws. Alex Horne keeps the tasks running fairly smoothly as Noel Fielding finds an unlikely soul mate, Lolly Adefope shows everyone the money and Mel Giedroyc regrets putting M&Ms on her shopping list.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:20pm (repeat)
Hi-De-Hi!. Image shows from L to R: Barry Stuart-Hargreaves (Barry Howard), Yvonne Stuart-Hargreaves (Diane Holland). Copyright: BBC

Hi-De-Hi!

Series 3, Episode 8 - It's A Blue World

Ted Bovis is offered the chance to hire an artistic but explicit film to show to the male adult campers.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 1, Episode 3 - A Night In

Godber moves into the bottom bunk in Fletcher's cell. Unable to sleep, the two spend the night discussing their hopes, fears, and the lives they left outside.

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 7, Episode 3 - Gorilla Warfare

The platoon are out on an important trial of their tactics but Hodges is determined to make sure that they fail. The exercise takes a very strange turn when Hodges and the Verger come into contact with a gorilla.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
Intelligence. Image shows from L to R: Jerry Bernstein (David Schwimmer), Joseph Harries (Nick Mohammed)

Intelligence

Series 1, Episode 5

When Jerry admits that he's slept with department hacker Tuva, Joseph is devastated. But when Joseph finds out that Jerry is married he begins to question their whole friendship. Meanwhile, having failed her appraisal, Christine attempts to soften her style as Mary tries to single-handedly manage the department's workload.

BBC Three 8pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Smithy (James Corden), Pam (Alison Steadman), Mick (Larry Lamb). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 1, Episode 4

The Shipmans drive down to Wales for the wedding fayre, and after a momentous trip to the church for the reading of the banns, Nessa tells Stacey her big secret.

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 4 - The Godiva Affair

Jones is worried that Mrs. Fox is falling in love with the town clerk, Mr. Gordon, so he asks Captain Mainwaring if he can help. Meanwhile, Hodges and Gordon are casting for the role of Lady Godiva in the town parade.

U&Dave channel logo 8:20pm (repeat)
QI. Johnny Vegas

QI

Series S, Episode 11 - Saints & Sinners

With Bridget Christie, Johnny Vegas and Mark Watson.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 8:30pm (repeat)
Intelligence. Jerry Bernstein (David Schwimmer)

Intelligence

Series 1, Episode 6

When Jerry finds out his best friend and FBI agent Clint has been sleeping with his wife he accidentally shoots him. But when Clint shows up at GCHQ with an extradition order for Jerry, the truth about Jerry's NSA past comes out. Hoping it will grant Jerry British citizenship, Joseph and the team stage a wedding to protect Jerry and prevent him from leaving the UK.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (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

Series 3, Episode 5

Nana's round again, and Antony's planning a trip to London. Jim's none-too complimentary about his dreams, but Denise has had enough of their father's harsh comments.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version
(repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Jack Dee

Have I Got News For You

Series 63, Episode 3

Jack Dee joins Paul and Ian. Joining him on the panel are comedian Nabil Abdulrashid (his first appearance on the programme) and mathematician Hannah Fry.

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

Series 3, Episode 6

Baby David's freshly Christened, and the family are having a proper knees-up in celebration. As the Royle clan and their closest friends gather in the sitting room, Denise and Dave sneak upstairs for a quiet moment with the little one. But Antony's got an announcement...

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
The Cockfields. Image shows from L to R: Ray (Bobby Ball), Sue (Sue Johnston), Donna (Diane Morgan)

The Cockfields

Series 1, Episode 3

It's Sunday and Simon's 40th birthday. Preparations for the lunch are in full swing but the stress levels are sky high. Larry and Melissa disrupt the day and Simon shares some big news with Ray.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm (repeat)
Shopping With Keith Lemon. Image shows from L to R: Leigh Francis, Jamie Laing

Shopping With Keith Lemon

Series 3, Episode 1 - Jamie Laing & Judi Love

Return of the comedy chat show in which the host takes famous faces shopping, beginning with reality star Jamie Laing and comedian Judi Love.

TNT Sports 1 logo 10:15pm
60 min
The Football's On. Copyright: BT Sport

The Football's On

Series 10, Episode 7

Ian Stone is joined for a live edition with guests Geoff Norcott, Lloyd Griffith and Josh Pugh.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20pm (repeat)
Inside No. 9. Image shows from L to R: Shell (Poppy Rush), Katy (Aimee-Ffion Edwards). Copyright: BBC

Inside No. 9

Series 1, Episode 6 - The Harrowing

An episode set in a gothic mansion owned by a brother and sister who shut themselves away from the outside world.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 10:45pm (repeat)
The Jonathan Ross Show. Jonathan Ross. Copyright: Hot Sauce / ITV Studios

The Jonathan Ross Show

Series 20, Episode 6 - Ed Sheeran, Michael Bublé, Russell Crowe, Lily Allen

Singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran chats and performs his new single Eyes Closed, while Jonathan is also joined by singer Michael Bublé, Oscar-winning actor Russell Crowe, and musician-turned-actress Lily Allen.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
Billy Connolly Does.... Billy Connolly

Billy Connolly Does...

Series 2, Episode 1 - Heroes & Villains

Billy tackles heroes and villains, both public and personal. As ever with Billy, you rarely get what you expect.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm
60 min version
(repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Mel Giedroyc

Have I Got News For You

Series 63, Episode 4

Mel Giedroyc hosts this episode, with Richard Osman and Observer columnist Sonia Sodha as the guests.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 11:05pm (repeat)
Brassic. Image shows from L to R: Dr Chris Cox (Dominic West), Vinnie (Joe Gilgun). Copyright: Calamity Films

Brassic

Series 3, Episode 2

Vinnie's friend Gideon calls to say his mother has passed away and asks Vin to help him honour her final wishes.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV Midnight (repeat)
The Real McCoy. Image shows from L to R: Curtis Walker, Ishmael Thomas. Copyright: BBC

The Real McCoy

Series 1, Episode 4

Popular and long-running sketch show starring an array of Britain's best black comedy talent.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight (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 12, Episode 11 - The Best Bits

Rob Brydon, Lee Mack and David Mitchell return for an episode packed with some of the best bits from the series.

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