Television
TV schedule Friday 28th April 2023
Turned Out Nice Again
George Formby stars as an employee at an underwear factory who is caught between his modern wife and his meddling mother.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 2, Episode 13 - Delivery DaveLil Sue has started a delivery company called Deliver Sue, and in a quest to raise money for a new set of wheels, Dave lands himself with a job - Anna thinks she knows how to deliver packages quicker than Dave, though, and a dramatic sibling rivalry soon unfolds.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 2, Episode 14 - BarryDave is thrilled when he wins an electronic home help device called Barry - finally, his family can boss something around other than him, but it is not long before Barry is overwhelmed by the Spuds' demands. Fighting back, Barry takes over Grimsby Heights and heads off to the sea for some well-earned peace and quiet.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 2, Episode 20 - In The DoghouseBitzer'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.
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 13 - A Loo To A KillFilming has begun for Danger Mouse: The Movie! Scarlet Johamster has been cast as Penfold while Danger Mouse is apparently the only one 'great enough' to take on the title role.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 3, Episode 9 - Favour Of The MonthTracey's good deed backfires when she tries to help an ex-con.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 18 - Inventor's BlockDennis doesn't realise the pressure he's putting on Rubi to excel in the school science fair is giving her a severe case of inventor's block.
The Fosters
Series 2, Episode 9 - Home And AwayWith Samuel away watching cricket with friends in the north, the Foster household is split as all three kids - Sonny, Benjamin and Shirley - find love.
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 43 - Lake Retba, SenegalThe team gets all shook up when Glitch sucks up the pink water of Senegal's Milkshake Lake.
The Brittas Empire
Series 6, Episode 2 - Body LanguageWhen a mysterious green block of ice crashes through the roof, Colin suspects an alien take-over bid from outer space. Meanwhile, Brittas tries to explain the benefits of matching and mirroring body language.
The Fosters
Series 2, Episode 10 - Who Needs Friends?An old school friend of Samuel's, Charley, pays a visit and makes his presence keenly felt. The Fosters feel they have to warn the woman he's hoping to marry.
May To December
Series 1, Episode 2 - Fools Rush InZoe flees in tears when she sees her husband's new girlfriend in Alec's partner's office. After calming down, she calls Alec and invites him out to lunch.
Never The Twain
Series 7, Episode 3 - Betrothed, Bothered And BewilderedBanks wakes up with a throbbing hangover and realises he has agreed to marry Mrs Sadler - a proposal he deeply regrets in the light of day! Unsure of how to tell her, he plots to make a run for it, but next door Sadler is having much the same feeling.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 4, Episode 2 - Country RetreatPlans to buy a weekend retreat in the country take an unexpected turn when Hyacinth is keen to avoid giving estate agents the impression that they can only afford a small cottage.
To The Manor Born
Series 2, Episode 2Audrey and Marjory invite old school friend Podge for the weekend, following her recent divorce. The figure that arrives, however, is far from that which they expected!
Justin's House
Series 3, Episode 9 - Super JustinWhen everybody decides to dress up as superheroes, Robert is disappointed because he doesn't have a costume. Can Robert save the day without one? Guest starring Sid Sloane and Rebecca Keatley.
Never The Twain
Series 7, Episode 4 - The Second Time AroundHaving departed the Peel household following the proposal debacle, it is not long before Banks is back in black and causing a bump in the night! But what'll happen second time around? Could wedding bells actually ring?
I Didn't Know You Cared
Series 4, Episode 4 - Don't Answer ThatLes leaves the Brandon household for pastures new, courtesy of Mort and his beloved, who's also secured work for Linda Preston and Carter behind the bar.
Lagging
Series 2, Episode 10 - The Big Mo-mentIt could all be over for Team SMoRCLe, unless one more winning combo can save the day!
So Awkward
Series 6, Episode 5 - MascotsLily pretends to be a model, while Martha tries to be a great waitress.
Blockbusters
Series 2, Episode 9Primary school friends Maisie and Melissa play against football fanatic Matthew - see if he has the skills to succeed!
Twirlywoos
Series 1, Episode 20 - Upside DownThe Twirlywoos learn about upside down when they watch a gallery owner hanging some paintings. Back in the Boat they help put the Very Important Lady the right way up.
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 5, Episode 4 - Off With The MotleyAt long last Peggy is promoted - not, unfortunately, to the rank of Yellowcoat but to the post of deputy supervisor in the Chalet Maintenance Department.
Minder
Series 1, Episode 10 - The Desert SongTerry and Arthur are trying to peddle pickled walnuts when they encounter Charlie, a Greek Cypriot with revenge on his mind, and become involved in the battle for a Greek restaurant.
Class Dismissed
Series 1, Episode 10 - School TripBilly and Tahj are excited about going on a school trip, while some unusual supply teachers teach those left behind.
Blockbusters
Series 2, Christmas SpecialChristmas celebrity special where I'm A Celebrity stars Scarlett Moffatt and Jordan Banjo take on comedian James Acaster.
Lloyd Of The Flies
Episode 44 - Noisy NeighbourAfter staying up all night playing Bluebottle Battle, Lloyd is unable to sleep when Molly and Polly's house-sitter - a cricket called Buddy - starts making music next door.
Lloyd Of The Flies
Episode 45 - Dare YouLloyd and Berry get locked into a game of escalating dares, but when Berry dares Lloyd to land on Biggo's hand, the stakes get higher than either of them are ready for...
Porridge
Series 3, Episode 6 - Final StretchGodber's case is coming up before the parole board, and with his clean record and his O Levels, he's sure to sail through it. Unless his feud with Jarvis - all brawn but little brain - escalates. Can he turn the other cheek, or has a man got to do what a man's got to do?
Sooty
Series 2, Episode 10 - The Fancy Dress PartyWhen Sooty's magic powder falls in the costume box, the gang end up with real super powers. Can they save the fancy dress competition, or will the evil Barrie Bonkers bring it to a sticky end? Guest starring Shaun Williamson.
Horrible Histories
Series 6, Episode 6 - Crafty CleopatraEgyptian queen Cleopatra clashes with her brother, seizes power and hooks up with great Roman leaders Julius Caesar and Mark Antony. Meanwhile, across the world, we catch up with the thoughts of famous Chinese philosopher Confucius and encounter the less glamorous side of life in Rome.
A Pair Of Briefs
A repeat of this 1962 film.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 27, Episode 5 - Barry In Danger From Reading And Aunt JessieAlvin decides to lead a jealous Nora up the garden path.
Guessable?
Series 2, Episode 3The gang welcome TV presenter Alex Jones, comedians Kerry Godliman and Lou Sanders, and football pundit royalty Chris Kamara into the loft.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 27, Episode 6 - Who's That Merry Man With Billy, Then?Recruitment for Billy's Merry Men receives an unexpected boost.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 48 - High School InedibleDM and Penfold go back to school to thwart the plans of an evil food scientist and his killer hot dogs.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 4, Episode 2 - Country RetreatPlans to buy a weekend retreat in the country take an unexpected turn when Hyacinth is keen to avoid giving estate agents the impression that they can only afford a small cottage.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 49 - MousefallDanger Mouse faces his toughest challenge ever as a mysterious super-villain releases all the villains from Arkwright and plots the end of our hero.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 3, Episode 10 - Waffle Learns to ReadGramps teaches Waffle to read while Mrs Hobbs is dog-sitting Jelly next door.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 31 - Eco WorriersDennis and the gang take on the power of WilburCorp to stop Walter's new line of collectable toys ruining the Beanotown environment with all its wasteful plastic packaging.
I Didn't Know You Cared
Series 4, Episode 4 - Don't Answer ThatLes leaves the Brandon household for pastures new, courtesy of Mort and his beloved, who's also secured work for Linda Preston and Carter behind the bar.
Millie Inbetween
Series 4, Episode 9 - The Camera Never LiesLauren's confidence takes a knock when she's turned down for a photography course. Millie boosts her but the results are uncomfortable. Franma's birthday gift tests Fran and Jake.
Millie Inbetween
Series 4, Episode 10 - Exchange PartnersExchange student Catalina is unhappy. The family try to cheer her up to no avail. Millie and Fran double date with Javier and Ollie but events take a turn in an unexpected way.
Dad's Army
Series 1, Episode 3 - Command DecisionWith still no sign of real weapons, morale in the platoon has hit rock bottom. A proposal from a local landowner offers some hope, but will Mainwaring be willing to hand over command to desert veteran Colonel Square?
Dad's Army
Series 1, Episode 4 - The Enemy Within The GatesA free Polish officer tells Mainwaring that an award of £10 will be given to the platoon for every German they find "alive and in good condition". Jones, Walker and Pike soon find a couple of Luftwaffe men, but not before they accidentally shoot a swan!
Dad's Army
Feature-length film version of the classic sitcom about the Home Guard unit of a small seaside town.
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 46 - Maasai Mara National Park, KenyaThe team roars into action as Glitch tries to take a selfie with a lion in the Maasai Mara.
Lovejoy
Series 4, Episode 8 - God Helps ThoseAfter a ram-raid smashes his Sheraton desk, Lovejoy has to look for new stock; he also becomes a hospital visitor.
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 5, Episode 4 - Off With The MotleyAt long last Peggy is promoted - not, unfortunately, to the rank of Yellowcoat but to the post of deputy supervisor in the Chalet Maintenance Department.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 8 - The Other Day The Earth Stood StillOnly Danger Mouse can save the world from chaos when the Baron stops the world spinning with a plague of traffic lights.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 41 - MonitorsA classmate who Dennis and Walter barely know gets appointed as Class 3C's late monitor, making it urgent that the boys find a way to pal up with him, whatever it takes.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 27, Episode 5 - Barry In Danger From Reading And Aunt JessieAlvin decides to lead a jealous Nora up the garden path.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 27, Episode 6 - Who's That Merry Man With Billy, Then?Recruitment for Billy's Merry Men receives an unexpected boost.
Minder
Series 1, Episode 11 - You Gotta Have FriendsTerry finds himself in the cells when he helps a friend of Arthur's who is wanted for attempted murder.
Supertato
Series 1, Episode 10 - Banana's Star AppealSupertato and Carrot help a superstar banana get his peel back from Evil Pea.
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 1 - Petra, JordanIn this episode, Grandmaster Glitch goes on a desert adventure to uncover a mysterious lost city. If only it hadn't already been discovered! As Glitch attempts to beat a group of tourists to Petra in Jordan, he crashes his Grimbler in the Siq gorge. Vibrations from the Grimblers engines shake the surrounding area, causing the treasury building to shake apart. Can the Go Jetters save the ancient city?
Dad's Army
Series 1, Episode 3 - Command DecisionWith still no sign of real weapons, morale in the platoon has hit rock bottom. A proposal from a local landowner offers some hope, but will Mainwaring be willing to hand over command to desert veteran Colonel Square?
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 1, Episode 13 - Waffle's Doggy BuddiesAn old friend of Gramps, Mr Willow, brings along his two dogs to play with Waffle. Evie feels a bit left out until Waffle reassures her. The two new dogs escape into Mrs Hobbs's garden, so Waffle has to save the day.
The Brittas Empire
Series 6, Episode 2 - Body LanguageWhen a mysterious green block of ice crashes through the roof, Colin suspects an alien take-over bid from outer space. Meanwhile, Brittas tries to explain the benefits of matching and mirroring body language.
May To December
Series 1, Episode 2 - Fools Rush InZoe flees in tears when she sees her husband's new girlfriend in Alec's partner's office. After calming down, she calls Alec and invites him out to lunch.
The Wrong Trousers
Oscar-winning claymation from Nick Park. It is Gromit's birthday, and Wallace gives him a pair of mechanical techno trousers that cause a stir.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 4, Episode 2 - Country RetreatPlans to buy a weekend retreat in the country take an unexpected turn when Hyacinth is keen to avoid giving estate agents the impression that they can only afford a small cottage.
To The Manor Born
Series 2, Episode 2Audrey and Marjory invite old school friend Podge for the weekend, following her recent divorce. The figure that arrives, however, is far from that which they expected!
Taskmaster
Series 5, Episode 7 - Boing BoingIt's the semi-final and time is running out to claim the points needed to become the Taskmaster Series Champion. In this episode, Greg Davies and Alex Horne set the contestants a series of cruel conundrums: should Nish Kumar use the coconut harness? What should Sally Phillips do with a slice of bread when blindfolded? And who should they vote for in yet another referendum?
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 5, Episode 4 - Off With The MotleyAt long last Peggy is promoted - not, unfortunately, to the rank of Yellowcoat but to the post of deputy supervisor in the Chalet Maintenance Department.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 19, Episode 2 - Tarzan Of The TowpathNora's unusual osteopathic skills make a new man of Compo.
Porridge
Series 3, Episode 6 - Final StretchGodber's case is coming up before the parole board, and with his clean record and his O Levels, he's sure to sail through it. Unless his feud with Jarvis - all brawn but little brain - escalates. Can he turn the other cheek, or has a man got to do what a man's got to do?
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 19, Episode 3 - Truly And The Hole TruthCompo and Clegg are unenthusiastic when Truly tries to form them into an active rescue team.
Dad's Army
Series 1, Episode 3 - Command DecisionWith still no sign of real weapons, morale in the platoon has hit rock bottom. A proposal from a local landowner offers some hope, but will Mainwaring be willing to hand over command to desert veteran Colonel Square?
A League Of Their Own
European Road Trip, Episode 1First up, Freddie and Jamie strike it out across the Channel in a sailing race before kicking out a rouge-faced can-can in front of a sell-out crowd in Paris. Look out for famous faces en route, including Alan Carr and Kevin Pietersen.
Doc Martin
Series 4, Episode 8 - The Wrong GoodbyeMartin and Pauline are surprised by the number of patients coming to see him on the last day before his Surgery closes and he moves to London.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 15, Out-takes - The Unseen BitsMaterial from the comedy panel show, not originally shown in the Series 15 episodes. Hosted by Rob Brydon, with team captains David Mitchell and Lee Mack joined by celebrity guests including Bob Mortimer, Alan Titchmarsh, Ardal O'Hanlon, Sarah Millican, Holly Willoughby, Suggs, Jim Broadbent and Gyles Brandreth.
Dad's Army
Series 1, Episode 4 - The Enemy Within The GatesA free Polish officer tells Mainwaring that an award of £10 will be given to the platoon for every German they find "alive and in good condition". Jones, Walker and Pike soon find a couple of Luftwaffe men, but not before they accidentally shoot a swan!
Red Dwarf
Series IV, Episode 4 - White HoleThe crew decide it's time to increase Holly's IQ seeing as it is supposed to be about 6,000.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 19 - Bad ComputerGeorge finds a computer called Val but Val has a mind of her own. Soon she's set about uploading embarrassing videos to social media.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 20 - The CoatWhen Dave needs a new coat, Gran kindly suggests she knows a good one by the carpark bin. Dave promptly gets trapped inside the coat and discovers it's past.
The Office
A selection of episodes from the second series.
Rob And Romesh Vs
Series 3, Episode 2 - GolfRob and Romesh are learning all about golf. It's Rob's new hobby and he wants Romesh to become his new golfing buddy. On their journey they play their first ever round at the iconic St Andrews. Have a golfing lesson from Olympic Champion Justin Rose. Before each of them get to tee off at the world famous BMW PGA Championship - live on Sky Sports.
Katherine Ryan: Missus
Stand-up special from Katherine Ryan.
Doc Martin
Series 5, Episode 1 - Preserve The RomanceCurmudgeonly GP Martin Ellingham's plans to resume his career as a consultant in London are put on hold with the birth of the baby he fathered with his now estranged partner, Louisa Glasson.
Live At The Apollo
Series 3, Episode 4 - Lee Mack and Sean LockLee Mack hosts, with Sean Lock performing in front of a packed Hammersmith Apollo. The pair take pot shots at Riverdance, hundreds and thousands, Cockneys and starfish.
Have I Got News For You
Series 65, Episode 3Richard Ayoade guest hosts - his 10th time. The guest panellists are Phil Wang and political commentator Marina Purkiss.
Red Dwarf
Episode 1 - The Promised LandThe posse meet three cat clerics who worship Lister as their God. Lister vows to help them as they're being hunted by Rodon, the ruthless feral cat leader who has vowed to wipe out all cats who worship anyone but him.
The Cleaner
Series 2, Episode 6 - The Dead EndA gamekeeper has been murdered in rural Wales, and it falls to Wicky to clean up the mess. He knows that whatever happens on the job, it's important not to lose your head.
Comedy Gold: 'Allo 'Allo!
A new documentary in celebration of the iconic 1980s' wartime sitcom 'Allo 'Allo!.
Still Game
Series 5, Episode 2 - Fresh LickJack and Victor try a bit of DIY to spruce up their little corner of Craiglang.
Jimmy Carr In Concert
TV broadcast of Jimmy Carr's fourth live stand-up DVD, in which he unleashes his trademark rapid-fire joke-telling and razor-sharp wit.
Gavin & Stacey
A selection of episodes from the first series of the sitcom by and starring Ruth Jones and James Corden.
Cunk On...
Cunk On Britain, Episode 5 - The Arse End Of HistoryIn the final episode, Cunk has made it to the 21st century and Brexit.
Late Night Lycett
Series 1, Episode 5Joe Lycett is joined by Richard E. Grant, Rosie Jones and - finally, at long last - Katherine Ryan.
Rhod Gilbert's Growing Pains
Series 4, Episode 2Jeremy Vine, Gemma Cairney and James Acaster reflect on their teenage years, revealing which did a skydive that went wrong and which was obsessed with milk.
Shed Of The Dead
30-something man-child Trevor and his best friend, Graham, attempt to survive the zombie apocalypse.
Joe Lycett: That's The Way, A-Ha A-Ha, Joe Lycett Live
Stand-up comedy from Joe Lycett in this TV version of his 2016 live show and DVD.
Paul Merton's Comic Heroes
Paul Merton explore what motivated the greatest comics in this documentary.
Growing Up Scottish
Series 2, Episode 3 - Sports/BooksScotland's comedians look back at sport, from cross-country to tug-o-war, via darts and golf. Then on to Scottish books: novels, writers, wizards and the best jokes in Macbeth.
The Real McCoy
Series 5, Episode 6Popular and long-running sketch show starring an array of Britain's best black comedy talent.
Al Murray's Great British Pub Quiz
Episode 6Al, aided by barman Shaun Williamson and captains Kerry Godliman and Andy Parsons, oversees the battle between The Beehive from Somerset and the Wheelwright Arms from Chester.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 21 (Channel 4: Series 22), Episode 3Jimmy Carr hosts, as Roisin Conaty and Asim Chaudhry take on Jon Richardson and Josh Widdicombe. Bill Bailey is in Dictionary Corner. Regular Countdown mathematician Rachel Riley and lexicographer Susie Dent are on hand to adjudicate.
Mrs. Brown's Boys
Series 1, Episode 2 - Mammy's SecretMrs Brown is concerned that her family are keeping too many secrets. Her daughter, Cathy, won't tell anyone about her new boyfriend and son Mark won't tell anyone why wife Betty has thrown him out.
The Cleaner
A selection of episodes from the first series of the Greg Davies sitcom.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 3, Episode 2Ken Livingstone, Reginald D. Hunter, Fern Britton and Stephen Mangan are the guests trying to lie this week. Does the 'D' in Reginald's name stand for 'Delicious' and is Lee Mack lying about a sausage roll?
Plebs
Series 5, Episode 1 - The VineyardThe boys set off on a wine-buying trip to Tuscany, but when their cart has a collision on the road they are forced to pull in to a nearby village.
Taskmaster
Series 15, Episode 5 - Old HonkfootAs the five intrepid comedians approach the halfway point in the series, Taskmaster Greg wants to put all of their skills to the test by challenging their short-term memory, their musicality, and their short-term memory. Frankie Boyle impresses with his falsetto. Kiell Smith-Bynoe wows everyone with his spoon retrieval abilities. And Mae Martin fakes their way into Little Alex Horne's wallet.
Plebs
Series 5, Episode 2 - The PaedosMarcus offers to tutor Gloria's teenage son Barney, while Grumio is mistaken for a schoolboy and soon finds himself recruited into the under-14s boxing team.
Lovejoy
Series 6, Episode 5 - Guns And RosesLovejoy takes a valuable gun to a famous gunsmith whose Soho shop is now the target of unscrupulous landlords. But the gun is stolen and Lovejoy's dinnerwith Charlotte is interrupted by the police who arrive in force to arrest him.
Live At The Apollo
Series 4, Episode 6 - Russell Howard and Jo BrandStand up comedy from Russell Howard and Jo Brand.
CelebAbility
Series 2, Episode 4This episode's guests are Scott Mills, Ollie Locke, Duncan James, Olivia Attwood and Vanessa White.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 21 (Channel 4: Series 22), Episode 1Jimmy Carr hosts as Roisin Conaty and Kiri Pritchard-McLean take on Jon Richardson and Rob Beckett. Comedian Huge Davies is in Dictionary Corner. Regular Countdown mathematician Rachel Riley and lexicographer Susie Dent are on hand to adjudicate.
Live At The Apollo
Series 3, Episode 4 - Lee Mack and Sean LockLee Mack hosts, with Sean Lock performing in front of a packed Hammersmith Apollo. The pair take pot shots at Riverdance, hundreds and thousands, Cockneys and starfish.
Ricky & Ralf's Very Northern Road Trip
Episode 3In Yorkshire, Ricky joins Ralf for a boxing and fitness session at a men's community health group in Leeds - the results aren't pretty.