Television
TV schedule Tuesday 18th April 2023
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 23 - Rat PackDave wants to learn to play the drums at school, but is given the recorder. With a talent show around the corner, Dave gets practising.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 24 - Flea ManDave and Fuzzypeg the dog get dirty playing at the local dump, so dirty in fact that Fuzzypeg picks up an extremely grumpy flea.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 2, Episode 12 - Ewe've Been FramedShaun accidentally breaks the farmer's glasses; he and Bitzer have their work cut out trying to prevent their shortsighted master from having mishaps around the farm.
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 4 - Ernest Penfold And The Half-Price WandThe streets of are London teeming with hundreds of wannabe wizards, all brandishing identical wands. After discovering that the wands are mass-produced shavings from Merlin's legendary staff, DM and Penfold set out to stop Quark's latest money-making scheme by reuniting the staff with its rightful owner.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 3, Episode 1 - Keeping Up AppearancesOn a visit to see Chris, Sharon notices that Darryl has let himself go; he's unshaven, with greasy unwashed hair, and has picked up equally filthy habits. But Tracey's such a regular visitor that she's not noticed his gradual decline, and doesn't take too kindly to Sharon pointing it out.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 10 - BertiesittingEager to prove her babysitting ability, Gran is on the hunt for a baby stand-in.
Desmond's
Series 6, Episode 6 - Planning PermissionDesmond plans his dream retirement house but tries to keep it secret from Shirley.
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 33 - Easter Island, ChileWhen the Grimbots build their own Easter Island statue, it collapses and threatens the ancient Moai statues.
Desmond's
Series 6, Episode 7 - The SpeechDesmond is away at a conference, but his speech has gone awol.
The Brittas Empire
Series 5, Episode 3 - Brussels CallingBrittas is in Brussels being interviewed for a new job as European Commissioner for Sport. Meanwhile, things at the Whitbury Leisure Centre are not going as smoothly as might be expected in his absence - almost as if an invisible force was at work.
Never The Twain
Series 4, Episode 4 - Loves' Neighbours' LostIn their rivalry for Caroline's hand, could Simon and Oliver be overlooking a third prospect for her affections?
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 3, Episode 1 - Early RetirementFor some, early retirement can be a blessing. For Richard this particular blessing comes very heavily disguised indeed.
To The Manor Born
Series 1, Episode 2As Mr DeVere - or rather, Mr Polouvicka - takes up residence in the manor, the Lodge also has a new owner. Richard's mother has met the seemingly reclusive resident, but he's yet to come across his new neighbour...
Never The Twain
Series 4, Episode 5 - Come Fly With MeSimon and Oliver decide to buy cheap air tickets to visit the children in Canada but get one flight more than they bargained for - courtesy of the local flying squad.
Justin's House
Series 5, Episode 17 - Night-Time NoisesA mysterious sound in the middle of the night is keeping everyone awake, but no one can work out where it's coming from.
I Didn't Know You Cared
Series 3, Episode 3 - Party GamesAfter finding Mort collapsed and fearing his premature (by 4 months) death, the Carters arrange a wake.
Yonderland
Series 2, Episode 1 - Panic In The Streets Of YonderlandImperatrix's presence brings rioting to the streets on Yonderland and sends the Elders into lockdown.
Lagging
Series 2, Episode 2 - PolterguestLeah dares to scare Team SMoRCLe when she borrows the spookiest game ever. But the real horror is Mo's bottom!
Yonderland
Series 2, Episode 2 - The Winging DetectiveA murder at the Meadowlands Festival calls for the (not-so-genius) mind of Yonderland's finest (or, rather, only) detective. Meanwhile, Negatus endures the Imperial equivalent of an Ofsted inspection from Imperatrix's number two. And, Peter starts to suspect that something very strange is going on in his house.
Twirlywoos
Series 1, Episode 12 - Shorter And ShorterThe Twirlywoos find out how to make something shorter when they unravel a woolly blanket. The Very Important Lady is missing some pieces, and she's not happy about her shorter stature!
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 4, Episode 3 - Empty SaddlesFred Quilly's horses are tired. Fred suggests more oats; Joe Maplin - the knackers' yard. Peggy, Ted and all the staff rally round to protect Fred and his horses with unexpected results.
Class Dismissed
Series 1, Episode 2 - WednesdayTahj struggles in his french lesson and 8B are subjected to Mr Christopher's musical skills.
Top Secret
A plumber working at a Government installation mistakenly goes on holiday with blueprints for a secret weapon.
Blockbusters
Series 1, Episode 3A celebrity special. Amanda Holden and Alesha Dixon take on David Walliams as the judging panel of BGT compete to win cash for their chosen charities.
Lloyd Of The Flies
Episode 29 - Big LloydMalcolm and Gena's oldest son, who is also called Lloyd, comes home for a visit - Big Lloyd's habit of eating all the crumbs is bad enough, but when his visit threatens to become permanent, Little Lloyd is faced with the prospect of having to share his room!
Lloyd Of The Flies
Episode 30 - The Big StinkLloyd meets a young stink bug called Chuck and sees an opportunity for a harmless prank to get back at Berry with a tiny little stink - however, the plan backfires as Chuck gets a taste for bigger stinks and ends up stinking Lloyd's family out of their home.
Porridge
Series 2, Episode 4 - No Peace For The WickedIt's Saturday afternoon and it's a beautiful day outside, but all Fletch wants is an uninterrupted afternoon in his cell with his dirty magazine. Unfortunately he has an endless stream of visitors, keen to divert his attentions in several other directions.
Sooty
Series 1, Episode 25 - The Marching BandRichard 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.
Horrible Histories
Series 5, Highlights SpecialSome of history's greatest characters serenade us with tales of their lives. Featuring the all-conquering Alexander the Great, the cash-loving Crassus, the feisty Joan of Arc, the brilliant but miserable Charles Dickens, and the very determined Rosa Parks.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 25, Episode 9 - Beware Of Laughing At Nora's HatsNora reveals long-standing feud with a woman who once made fun of her.
Guessable?
Series 1, Episode 2Martin Kemp, Aisling Bea, Jessica Knappett and Miles Jupp join the regulars.
Minder
Series 1, Episode 2 - Bury My Half At Waltham GreenArthur farms out Terry's services to a newly-released con. Unfortunately for Terry he's none-too-bright, and has some old associates really rather keen on getting back in touch.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 25, Episode 10 - Yours Truly - If You're Not CarefulA strange woman is in town trying to find Truly.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 29 - CheesemageddonAnother 'grate' episode. It sees fanatical cheese fundamentalist Aubrey Camembear threaten to create the ultimate weapon which will turn everything to cheese.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 31 - Hail HydrantDanger Mouse discovers he's lost out on the Agent Of The Month award to Jeopardy Mouse, and must travel to New York for a lesson and to take on the criminal organisation known as Hydrant.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 3, Episode 1 - Early RetirementFor some, early retirement can be a blessing. For Richard this particular blessing comes very heavily disguised indeed.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 3, Episode 2 - Waffle At The KennelsWaffle is staying at Angela's kennels while the Brooklyn-Bells are on holiday.
The Mouse That Roared
Classic comedy in which Peter Sellers plays multiple roles. The tiny Grand Duchy of Fenwick declares war on the United States.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Special - LostTricked into a town-wide clean-up, Dennis and Walter are paired up against their will.
I Didn't Know You Cared
Series 3, Episode 3 - Party GamesAfter finding Mort collapsed and fearing his premature (by 4 months) death, the Carters arrange a wake.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 24 - The Great Beanotown Comic ConThe gang produce a hand-drawn comic which is a surprise hit all round Beanotown.
Millie Inbetween
Series 3, Episode 3 - Hey BabyAmber has some huge news - she's pregnant. But when dad fumbles the announcement, Millie isn't over the moon.
Dad's Army
Series 8, Episode 6 - The Face On The PosterMainwaring hopes to recruit more members to the platoon with a series of posters featuring Jones, but there is a mix-up at the printers.
Millie Inbetween
Series 3, Episode 5 - Mum's The WordSomething seems wrong with Mike - and Millie discovers that he's lost his job at the gym. Can the girls find Mike a new job before mum finds out the truth?
Porridge
Series 2, Episode 4 - No Peace For The WickedIt's Saturday afternoon and it's a beautiful day outside, but all Fletch wants is an uninterrupted afternoon in his cell with his dirty magazine. Unfortunately he has an endless stream of visitors, keen to divert his attentions in several other directions.
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 37 - Mount Rushmore, USAWhen the Grimbots add Glitch's face to those of the presidents on Mount Rushmore they cause a major mudslide.
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 4, Episode 3 - Empty SaddlesFred Quilly's horses are tired. Fred suggests more oats; Joe Maplin - the knackers' yard. Peggy, Ted and all the staff rally round to protect Fred and his horses with unexpected results.
Lovejoy
Series 3, Episode 12 - Highland FlingA romantic, gothic temple in Scotland brings Lovejoy and Lady Jane closer together. Eric falls in love, and Tinker is all at sea.
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 48 - Lost In ExaggerationQuark's Exaggerator device makes Danger Mouse fame-mouse.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 25, Episode 9 - Beware Of Laughing At Nora's HatsNora reveals long-standing feud with a woman who once made fun of her.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 33 - Hands OffA patch of wet cement, a boy and a dog itching to put their prints into it and a policeman determined not to let that happen. Can Dennis and Gnasher muddle Sergeant Slipper long enough before the cement sets?
Yonderland
Series 2, Episode 3 - A Vicious CircleEllis of Woolworth mistakenly believes that Debbie is to blame for his brother's fate.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 25, Episode 10 - Yours Truly - If You're Not CarefulA strange woman is in town trying to find Truly.
Yonderland
Series 2, Episode 4 - Up The WorkersDebbie sets out to source the latest revelation in posterior cushion comfort, the 'Luxi Bum 501'.
Supertato
Series 1, Episode 2 - Evil Pea's Big FreezeEvil Pea freezes the Veggies so she can take over the whole supermarket. Chilli's heat unfreezes Supertato, who then races on lolly-stick skis to thwart Evil Pea and save the day.
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 44 - The Paddy Fields of ChinaThe Go Jetters swing into action when Glitch uses real landmarks for his crazy golf course.
Dad's Army
Series 8, Episode 6 - The Face On The PosterMainwaring hopes to recruit more members to the platoon with a series of posters featuring Jones, but there is a mix-up at the printers.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 1, Episode 5 - Waffle GrowsIt's Waffle's last day at the Brooklyn-Bells' but he still finds time to upset neighbour Mrs Hobbs. Simon hears Waffle speak. Will he finally agree that the family can keep the special dog?
The Brittas Empire
Series 5, Episode 3 - Brussels CallingBrittas is in Brussels being interviewed for a new job as European Commissioner for Sport. Meanwhile, things at the Whitbury Leisure Centre are not going as smoothly as might be expected in his absence - almost as if an invisible force was at work.
Minder
Series 1, Episode 3 - The Smaller They Are...When an old friend comes asking for help with tale of a large stash of stolen money, Arthur is only too happy to volunteer his and Terry's services. Unfortunately, the previous owners are keen to reclaim their cash.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 3, Episode 1 - Early RetirementFor some, early retirement can be a blessing. For Richard this particular blessing comes very heavily disguised indeed.
To The Manor Born
Series 1, Episode 2As Mr DeVere - or rather, Mr Polouvicka - takes up residence in the manor, the Lodge also has a new owner. Richard's mother has met the seemingly reclusive resident, but he's yet to come across his new neighbour...
Taskmaster
Series 6, Episode 9 - The Bubble BrothersAlex Horne provides the crucial stats as Alice Levine gaffers nails to her nose, Russell Howard wraps a tie round his head and Tim Vine is left bereft by a small piece of bent metal.
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 4, Episode 3 - Empty SaddlesFred Quilly's horses are tired. Fred suggests more oats; Joe Maplin - the knackers' yard. Peggy, Ted and all the staff rally round to protect Fred and his horses with unexpected results.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 17, Episode 6 - Desperate For A DuffieldRejected yet again by Nora Batty, Compo looks up an old girlfriend from his schooldays.
Porridge
Series 2, Episode 4 - No Peace For The WickedIt's Saturday afternoon and it's a beautiful day outside, but all Fletch wants is an uninterrupted afternoon in his cell with his dirty magazine. Unfortunately he has an endless stream of visitors, keen to divert his attentions in several other directions.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 17, Episode 7 - The Suit That Turned LeftClegg and Foggy find themselves on a quest for scientific knowledge.
Dad's Army
Series 8, Episode 6 - The Face On The PosterMainwaring hopes to recruit more members to the platoon with a series of posters featuring Jones, but there is a mix-up at the printers.
Gavin & Stacey
Series 2, Episode 5It's Gwen's birthday and Bryn has arranged a special surprise treat.
Dad's Army
Series 9, Episode 1 - Wake-Up WalmingtonMorale is at rock bottom as no-one is taking the Home Guard seriously. Hodges is being similarly ridiculed, so he and Mainwaring decide to join forces and shake Walmington-on-Sea out of its complacency.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 3 - A Whaley Good TimeFuzzypeg eats the Spuds' fish supper and Dave has to catch another. Things look up when he hooks something, but it turns out to be a whale.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 4 - Born FreeGeorge takes Dave on an adventure camping, but Dave isn't sure it's a great idea. He's proved right when they both wake up in a bear's cave.
Taskmaster
Series 15, Episode 3 - I Love To Squander PromiseJenny Eclair has a lovely time sitting on chair, new potatoes cascading onto her head - while Ivo Graham thinks it's stupid. In a bid to impress the Taskmaster and amass the most points, emotions are always going to ride high. But who can keep it together for the sausage quiz?
Ghosts
Series 2, Episode 3 - Redding WeddyAlison and Mike hit a new obstacle to nailing down the next event booking, which supportive yet straight-talking event planner Martin informs them is the only thing standing in the way of booking their first potential client, Claire.
Dreamland
Episode 2Trish and Spencer take Cheryl and Leila to see the derelict house they want to buy at auction to turn into their dream home. Later, Mel keeps a promise to take Trish's sons, Jordan and Cayden, to Dreamland. But she's dismayed when Trish insists on joining them.
Ricky Gervais: Fame
The TV broadcast of Ricky Gervais' third stand up-show in which he focused on the 'weird world of fame'.
Have I Got News For You
Series 60, Episode 9Alexander Armstrong hosts, with comedian Phil Wang and mathematician and author Dr Hannah Fry as the guests.
Ghosts
Series 2, Episode 4 - The Thomas Thorne AffairThomas goes down memory lane with Alison, however the truth is muddied when the other ghosts tell their version of events. Mike struggles with his own memories of Alison's past.
Al Murray's Great British Pub Quiz
A selection of episodes from the first series of the comedy quiz show.
Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled
Series 7, Episode 6Jo Brand, Darren Harriott, Ola Labib and Jack Rooke join Alan to dish the dirt on working for the NHS; Grindr dates and ghosts, painful sexual encounters, and the joys of hitchhiking.
Plebs
Series 1, Episode 5 - BananaeMass immigration from Thrace puts the boys into contact with a sexy Thracian lodger Irina and a dazzling yellow exotic fruit, the Banana. Meanwhile, Marcus has an unfortunate encounter with an elderly war veteran.
The Inbetweeners
Series 2, Episode 1 - The Field TripIt's a new term and the infamous sociology and geography field trip to Swanage is coming up; all the boys are on board.
Live At The Apollo
Series 8, Episode 5 - Omid Djalili, Reginald D Hunter, Julian ClaryOmid Djalili presents stand-up from the world-famous Hammersmith Apollo. He introduces sets from Reginald D Hunter and Julian Clary.
Plebs
Series 1, Episode 6 - SaturnaliaIt's the festival of Saturnalia and the celebration on the stroke of midnight is the perfect opportunity for Marcus to make a move on Cynthia. But will his efforts be in vain?
Rain Dogs
Episode 3 - The Small World Of Florian SelbyWhen an old acquaintance from prison demands restitution, Selby is forced to ask for help from an unwilling protector. Costello goes on an underwhelming date.
The Inbetweeners
Series 2, Episode 2 - Work ExperienceIt's work experience week at school. Jay and Simon work at a plant hire, but a mix-up leaves Neil at a newspaper and Will at a garage.
The Football's On
Series 10, Episode 9A humorous look at the week's football stories with Ian Stone and guests.
A Hole Lot Of Trouble
Half-hour comedy short centring around workmen digging a hole.
A League Of Their Own
Series 16, Highlights Special - Best OfThe ALOTO look back at some of the highlights of Series 16.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 14, Episode 5Claudia Winkleman, the Rev Kate Bottley, Sara Barron and Ed Gamble join host Rob Brydon and regular captains David Mitchell and Lee Mack on the comedy panel show.
Meet The Richardsons
Series 4, Episode 2Lucy needs to make new comedy friends quickly when she's offered the chance to front an all-female sketch show, but only if she can get some serious A-listers on board - like Katherine Ryan.
Billy Connolly Does...
Series 2, Episode 3 - Growing Old DisgracefullyBilly ponders on the best approach to growing old disgracefully. Wigs and exercise feature heavily, as do wife Pamela's beauty products. As expected, Billy doesn't shy away from his recent health scares: Parkinson's, colonoscopies, and his doctors' enquiries regarding his erections and testicles are all tackled with leg-crossing gusto and eye-watering humour.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 14, Episode 6Host Rob Brydon and captains David Mitchell and Lee Mack welcome Sara Pascoe, Dan Walker, Nicola Coughlan and Mr Motivator to the comedy panel show on which the teams reveal extraordinary stories about themselves.
Ghosts
Series 2, Episode 3 - Redding WeddyAlison and Mike hit a new obstacle to nailing down the next event booking, which supportive yet straight-talking event planner Martin informs them is the only thing standing in the way of booking their first potential client, Claire.
Ghosts
Series 2, Episode 4 - The Thomas Thorne AffairThomas goes down memory lane with Alison, however the truth is muddied when the other ghosts tell their version of events. Mike struggles with his own memories of Alison's past.
Late Night Lycett
Series 1, Episode 3Actress Dame Joan Collins, reality TV star Gemma Collins (no relation), model and activist Munroe Bergdorf, and Katherine Ryan (again) join Joe in Digbeth for this week's programme.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 18 (Channel 4: Series 19), Episode 6Jimmy Carr hosts as Sean Lock and Harriet Kemsley take on Jon Richardson and Chris McCausland in the words-and-numbers quiz. Nick Helm joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while maths whizz Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.
Have I Got News For You
Series 60, Episode 9Alexander Armstrong hosts, with comedian Phil Wang and mathematician and author Dr Hannah Fry as the guests.
Live At The Apollo
Series 8, Episode 5 - Omid Djalili, Reginald D Hunter, Julian ClaryOmid Djalili presents stand-up from the world-famous Hammersmith Apollo. He introduces sets from Reginald D Hunter and Julian Clary.
Never The Twain
Series 5, Episode 1 - In Whom We TrystSimon and Oliver find a new way to fall out when they both fall for the same beautiful shop assistant. But their efforts to win her over find them in danger of losing more than their hearts.
Don't Hate The Playaz
Series 2, Episode 6Maya Jama, Richard Blackwood and London Hughes go up against Lady Leshurr, Katherine Ryan and Fleur East as they go head to head in rap battles, dance-offs and freestyling challenges.
Live At The Apollo
Jack Dee Live At The Apollo Series 2, Episode 6 - Julian ClaryJoining Jack Dee on stage is Julian Clary, who whips the audience into a frenzy with a set where no one is safe from his wit. Jack delivers a set lambasting cold calling for gas, phone and electricity, and he also lays into chemists, mobile phones and even vacuum cleaners.
Gavin & Stacey
A selection of episodes from the second series of the sitcom by and starring Ruth Jones and James Corden.
Taskmaster
Series 15, Episode 3 - I Love To Squander PromiseJenny Eclair has a lovely time sitting on chair, new potatoes cascading onto her head - while Ivo Graham thinks it's stupid. In a bid to impress the Taskmaster and amass the most points, emotions are always going to ride high. But who can keep it together for the sausage quiz?
Saluting Dad's Army
Episode 4Alexander Armstrong looks at how the show transferred to the radio and to the stage before finally coming to an end on television - only to live on in the hearts of its millions of fans.
The Inbetweeners
Series 2, Episode 1 - The Field TripIt's a new term and the infamous sociology and geography field trip to Swanage is coming up; all the boys are on board.
Desmond's
Series 6, Episode 7 - The SpeechDesmond is away at a conference, but his speech has gone awol.
The Inbetweeners
Series 2, Episode 2 - Work ExperienceIt's work experience week at school. Jay and Simon work at a plant hire, but a mix-up leaves Neil at a newspaper and Will at a garage.
Al Murray's Great British Pub Quiz
Episode 18Al, aided by barman Shaun Williamson and captains Kerry Godliman and Ed Byrne, oversees a clash between The Mayflower from Rotherhithe and The Wheatsheaf and Pigeon from Staines.