Television
TV schedule Monday 15th May 2023
What A Whopper
A group of friends try to fake a sighting of the Loch Ness Monster in order to make some money.
Hapless
Series 2, Episode 1 - A Good StuffingRonnie and Paul help Naomi to prepare a middle eastern dish with courgettes for a dinner date. Paul is given the opportunity to interview British comedy icon Ronni Ancona about her latest film.
Hapless
Series 2, Episode 2 - The Wedding PlannerPaul is tasked with running a story on weddings from a male perspective.
Hapless
Series 2, Episode 3 - The Wine SnobPaul stands in for Naomi at Joshie's parent's evening, before he begins to question "British" values.
Hapless
Series 2, Episode 4 - The DonorPaul is asked to do a puff piece on a mogul who's made a fortune from gambling and porn.
Hapless
Series 2, Episode 5 - The Number CounterPaul is set up by Naomi on a blind date with an accountant called Pippa.
Hapless
Series 2, Episode 6 - April FoolsA woman who can only see with one eye drives into Paul's car, and he and Simon are terrified by a Liverpudlian at the gym.
Hapless
Series 2, Episode 7 - ReducedPaul interviews a pretentious Mancunian chef, takes a DNA test and comes into confrontation with Saturday Kitchen.
Hapless
Series 2, Episode 8 - Spag BolA terrible misunderstanding in Naomi's kitchen means Paul has to get involved in decorating.
Minder
Series 2, Episode 11 - All About Scoring, InnitTerry has to mind Danny Varrow when the gambling, womanising, boozing footballer leaves his club in the lurch.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 2, Episode 35 - Grim FestIt's Grim Fest, the annual festival at Grimsby Heights - this year it's the Spuds' turn to run the show, and they have persuaded a special guest - wrestler Micky Boom Boom - to help them make it a day to remember. Unfortunately, their jealous neighbours the Dups are out to sabotage their efforts...
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 2, Episode 36 - Old DaveDave is sick of following his mum and dad's rules - creating a reverse fountain of youth in the bath, he shrivels himself into an old man and sets about making up his own rules to follow. It is not long before the whole world starts turning upside down, proving that rules really are there for a reason...
Shaun The Sheep
Series 2, Episode 31 - The MagpieA magpie has nested in the big tree and is causing chaos by stealing everything around the farm. The magpie's nest soon begins to fill up with loot and Shaun has to come up with a brilliant plan to outwit the burgling bird.
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 26 - Grand Stressed AutoDanger Mouse inherits the ancient but spritely MK3 car after the beloved MK4 gets jammed-up. But Penfold is suspicious when the MK3 is determined to have DM all to himself.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 4, Episode 7 - BelongingsSharon's decision to give the cafe a new profile and cut the Greek connection doesn't have the desired effect.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 30 - Learning To LoseJJ applies to an elite sporting school. However, not realising it's miles away from Beanotown, he needs to do badly in the sporting assessment to get out of it.
Desmond's
Series 1, Episode 6 - Sad NewsDesmond and Porkpie learn that Sweetsticks, a friend who came to England with them, has died.
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 3 - Bonneville Salt Flats, USAThe Go Jetters arrive at the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah, USA - a huge dry lakebed that's perfect for high-speed driving. Lars unveils the Turbo Zoomster, a racecar made for Xuli to break the Go Jet land speed record. Suddenly, Grandmaster Glitch arrives at the wheel of his suped-up dragster. He once lost a race to the current record holder, Ubercorn, and now he's back for a second go.
Desmond's
Series 2, Episode 1 - The TreatmentDesmond is hospitalised with a mystery illness, provoking Shirley to worry that he'll want to return to Guyana.
May To December
Series 2, Episode 6 - No Other LoveHaving finally moved in together, Alec and Zoë's relationship comes up against a major obstacle.
Guessable?
Series 3, Episode 1 - Sausage FingersJason Manford, Miles Jupp, Henning Wehn and Maisie Adam return to the Comedy Central loft.
Breeders
Dark comedy starring Martin Freeman and Daisy Haggard as stressed parents.
Never The Twain
Series 10, Episode 5 - There But For The Grace Of GodWhen Simon's Aunt Eleanor discovers one of his friends is sleeping rough after falling on hard times, she offers the man a bed at Simon's!
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 5, Episode 10Hyacinth wants to share her hostessing techniques and has placed an advertisement in the local newspaper promoting her high quality services.
Breeders
Series 3, Episode 5 - No Can DoAn ambitious Ally sets out to save the company. Paul wonders if he ever had any ambition to start with.
To The Manor Born
Series 3, Episode 6Richard faces a coup in the boardroom. Alarmed at the prospect of another new owner at Grantleigh, Audrey steps in to lend a hand.
Justin's House
Series 3, Episode 19 - Day At The BeachRobert cannot go to the real beach, so Justin and Mac turn Justin's house into a beach instead. Guest starring Paul Hawkyard from Old Jack's Boat.
Never The Twain
Series 10, Episode 6 - A Car By Any Other NameSimon and Oliver find themselves on the wrong side of the law when what starts off as a simple joyride in the vicar's vintage Bentley turns out to be disastrous.
I Didn't Know You Cared
Series 1, Episode 7 - The Axe And CleaverThe men of the Brandon family retire to The Axe and Cleaver in disarray, but even here there is no peace - or is there?
Still So Awkward
Episode 3 - 90s NightDesperate to be popular, Lily plans a 90s night with the help of Frankie - but things go from disastrous to catastrophic to worse-than-a-calamity quite quickly!
Two On The Tiles
A husband and wife are blackmailed by their butler with evidence of separate nights out.
Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 11 - CollectingThe Twirlywoos see some children collecting eggs, and decide to do some collecting of their own. Back in the Boat, Peekaboo leaves them more things to collect.
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 7, Episode 1 - Pigs Might FlyClive is still engaged to Gladys, Spike wishes he could be and the Camp Controller arrives threatening everyone's jobs.
Class Dismissed
Series 2, Episode 9 - Monday AgainMr Nasal suffers the consequences of his unfounded jealously, and the pupils get a lesson in improvisation with drama teacher Mr Christopher.
Lloyd Of The Flies
Episode 40 - Dolichovsky For DadAn animated series about a young fly with a lot to prove. As an anniversary treat, Gena has booked a private performance by Dolichovsky, Malcolm's favourite actor - Lloyd is entrusted with preparing the apple for the snail's arrival, but Dolichovsky proves to be far more demanding than expected.
Lloyd Of The Flies
Episode 41 - Flight AwarenessAfter his inattention causes a mid-flight collision with Polly, Lloyd must attend a 'flight awareness' course run by Molly - if he refuses, he risks being grounded and will therefore have to walk everywhere!
Open All Hours
Series 2, Episode 3 - Fig Biscuits And Inspirational Toilet RollsArkwright's marketing genius comes to the fore as he tries to shift some over-stocked items.
Sooty
Series 3, Episode 2 - Wash 'n' WaxSooty opens a car wash and hairdressing salon. Guest starring Lisa Riley.
Horrible Histories
Series 7, Special - Monstrous MusiciansHorrible Histories reveals history's most monstrous musicians for the BBC's Music Day. From the earliest screeches of the neanderthal, right through to Jimi Hendrix burning his guitar, Rattus Rattus guides us through the story of music making, even bumping into Simon Cowell at Beethoven's 'H Factor' audition.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 29, Episode 8 - The Mischievous Tinkle In Howard's EyesHoward discovers there are better ways than the mobile phone to contact other nature-lovers - and quite openly, too.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 29, Episode 9 - Of Passion And PizzaMervyn is deeply in love with 'Her' at the pizza take-away, but he lacks the courage to tell her. Unfortunately for him, he makes the terrible mistake of letting Entwistle and Alvin bring them together.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 4, Episode 1 - ConesThe flock hear the enticing tunes of an ice cream van approaching and quickly hatch a plan to divert it into their field. While the driver seeks help, the flock have great fun with an endless supply of ice cream - but will they be able to cover their tracks before they're discovered?
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 21 - Nero Come HomeOn seeing his adopted goldfish get busted for stealing top-secret documents, Penfold bewails the fact he has never had a pet of his own to love.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 5, Episode 10Hyacinth wants to share her hostessing techniques and has placed an advertisement in the local newspaper promoting her high quality services.
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 23 - The Scare Mouse ProjectColonel K spins a terrifying tale about the Headless Postman - an ancient and alarmingly scary apparition.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 4, Episode 5 - Waffle Gets SnowyCallum takes Evie, Doug, Simon and Waffle for after-school fun at an indoor snow arena.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 51 - Bash Streets Back, Alright!On the first day of a new school year, Dennis and the gang imagine all the things that might be new and unfamiliar at Bash Street School. By the time they reach the front gates, they are all expecting the worst.
I Didn't Know You Cared
Series 1, Episode 7 - The Axe And CleaverThe men of the Brandon family retire to The Axe and Cleaver in disarray, but even here there is no peace - or is there?
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 1 - Beat The BusNew teacher Miss Mistry is taking Class 3C on a trip to Flumes 'o' Doom theme park.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 4, Episode 7 - As One Door ClosesDel's skint again and his latest deal has fallen through, but Rodney discovers a rare butterfly which will solve all of their financial problems.
Open All Hours
Series 2, Episode 3 - Fig Biscuits And Inspirational Toilet RollsArkwright's marketing genius comes to the fore as he tries to shift some over-stocked items.
Supertato
Series 1, Episode 11 - Spooky DaySupertato is scared when Pumpkin tries to make friends with him.
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 6 - Machu Picchu, PeruThe Go Jetters head to the ancient Peruvian city of Machu Picchu to watch Kyan compete in the Inca Trail Marathon.
Lovejoy
Series 5, Episode 5 - Three Men and a Brittle LadyWhen Charlotte's boyfriend arrives from New York and asks her to move to Paris, Lovejoy has to prove to her that Suffolk has its own charms.
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 7, Episode 1 - Pigs Might FlyClive is still engaged to Gladys, Spike wishes he could be and the Camp Controller arrives threatening everyone's jobs.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 24 - Escape From Big HeadSquawkencluck reboots the Big Head base computer, which immediately locks up everyone in a maximum security prison.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 52 - Growing PainsThe kids of Beanotown decide that they can run the town far better than the grown-ups. However, they discover it isn't nearly as easy or fun as they had hoped.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 29, Episode 8 - The Mischievous Tinkle In Howard's EyesHoward discovers there are better ways than the mobile phone to contact other nature-lovers - and quite openly, too.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 29, Episode 9 - Of Passion And PizzaMervyn is deeply in love with 'Her' at the pizza take-away, but he lacks the courage to tell her. Unfortunately for him, he makes the terrible mistake of letting Entwistle and Alvin bring them together.
Supertato
Series 1, Episode 22 - Carrot The ChampionEvil Pea captures Supertato, but Carrot masters the ultimate flip kick and rescues her.
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 12 - Dover, EnglandThe Go Jetters arrive at the White Cliffs of Dover in England, to cheer Kyan as he finishes a cross-channel swim, but a large cloud of dust blocks his way to the shore.
Minder
Series 2, Episode 12 - Caught In The Act, FactTerry helps out an old friend and is in danger of being run in by the law - not once, but twice. Meanwhile, Arthur is up to something particularly fishy.
Dad's Army
Series 3, Episode 2 - Battle SchoolThe Walmington-on-Sea platoon are going to a training camp. But after the platoon get lost on the way and arrive late, the men begin to lose faith in Captain Mainwaring.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 2, Episode 9 - Waffle And The Tooth FairyDoug's tooth has fallen out, so Jess and Simon tell Waffle about the Tooth Fairy. Waffle longs to meet the Tooth Fairy and his dream comes true.
May To December
Series 2, Episode 6 - No Other LoveHaving finally moved in together, Alec and Zoë's relationship comes up against a major obstacle.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 5, Episode 10Hyacinth wants to share her hostessing techniques and has placed an advertisement in the local newspaper promoting her high quality services.
To The Manor Born
Series 3, Episode 6Richard faces a coup in the boardroom. Alarmed at the prospect of another new owner at Grantleigh, Audrey steps in to lend a hand.
Taskmaster
Series 7, Episode 8 - Mother Honks Her HornPhil Wang makes sure his outstanding outfit leaves even less to the imagination that it did before, Jessica Knappett demonstrates her mastery of a child's percussion instrument and James Acaster's dream comes true.
The Good Life
Series 4, Episode 7 - AnniversaryNobody is having much of a good life as Tom and Barbara keep hitting problems in their garden and Jerry looks like he has been passed up for promotion. The series ends with great highs and devastating lows.
Breeders
Series 3, Episode 1 - No Direction HomeWith Luke refusing to live with his dad, Paul is staying at honeymooning Leah's house. Single parent Ally begins to feel the strain, while a distressing event from the family's past has a surprising present-day echo.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 21, Episode 2 - Under The RugClegg knows there is trouble ahead when Howard tells him to expect a postal delivery that he doesn't want Pearl to know about.
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 7, Episode 1 - Pigs Might FlyClive is still engaged to Gladys, Spike wishes he could be and the Camp Controller arrives threatening everyone's jobs.
Breeders
Series 3, Episode 2 - No WorriesAlly fears she might lose her job and her mind, as the company collapses, and her HRT meds become unavailable. Luke's panic attack ends Paul's leisurely life at Leah's, while an increasingly isolated Ava faces a huge change.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 21, Episode 3 - Magic And The Morris MinorCompo, Clegg and Truly happen upon a couple whose car has got stuck in a remote field.
Dad's Army
Series 3, Episode 2 - Battle SchoolThe Walmington-on-Sea platoon are going to a training camp. But after the platoon get lost on the way and arrive late, the men begin to lose faith in Captain Mainwaring.
Jonathan Creek
Easter Special - The Clue Of The Savant's ThumbJonathan and Joey are drawn into a complex case involving a secret society, seemingly supernatural events at a girls' boarding school, and the miraculous disappearance of a body in front of three witnesses.
Dad's Army
Series 3, Episode 3 - The Lion Has 'PhonesMainwaring tries to improve communications amongst the platoon by giving lessons in using public telephone boxes. Their lessons are needed when a German plane crash lands into the local reservoir.
Room 101
Series 1, Episode 7 - Larry Lamb, Lauren Laverne, David O'DohertyThis week Larry Lamb, Lauren Laverne and David O'Doherty try to send the things they hate the most into Room 101. Nominations include fake tension in TV shows, flags and confusing loo signs.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 2, Episode 35 - Grim FestIt's Grim Fest, the annual festival at Grimsby Heights - this year it's the Spuds' turn to run the show, and they have persuaded a special guest - wrestler Micky Boom Boom - to help them make it a day to remember. Unfortunately, their jealous neighbours the Dups are out to sabotage their efforts...
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 2, Episode 36 - Old DaveDave is sick of following his mum and dad's rules - creating a reverse fountain of youth in the bath, he shrivels himself into an old man and sets about making up his own rules to follow. It is not long before the whole world starts turning upside down, proving that rules really are there for a reason...
dinnerladies
Series 1, Episode 6 - NightshiftWith Tony too ill to come into work, and his cover so bad-mannered, ill-tempered, horrible and bossy that everyone save Brenda walks out, it's not the best time to have to be open for a rare night shift!
An Audience With...
Episode 10 - One More Audience With Dame Edna EverageA packed celebrity audience joins Dame Edna Everage in her "massage parlour for the human spirit".
Have I Got News For You
Series 56, Highlights Special - Have I Got 2018 News For YouTeam captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by a variety of guest hosts and panellists from the worlds of comedy, journalism and current affairs for a compilation that looks back at the big news of 2018.
Victoria Wood As Seen On TV
Series 1, Episode 5Victoria Wood casts another comic glance at the world, with help from Julie Walters and Celia Imrie.
Rob And Romesh Vs
Series 3, Episode 5 - Team GB Part 1Rob and Romesh are on a mission to see if they can join the ranks of Team GB! Sick of being useless at sport, the duo try to find the one that even they can master. The first discipline they will be attempting is the canoe slalom, where Mallory Franklin and Kimberley Woods will send them down some sub-zero rapids. Next, they will try their hands at weightlifting before seeing if they have what it takes to be hockey goalkeepers. Hockey gold medallist and hero of the Rio Olympics Maddie Hinch will step in as their coach.
QI
Series O, Episode 10 - Origins And OpeningsTune in to hear what Mr First thought of Mr Second - and much more. With Susan Calman, Rich Hall and Josh Widdicombe.
Live At The Apollo
Series 10, Episode 3 - Frankie Boyle, Simon Evans, Aisling BeaFrankie Boyle hosts, with performers Simon Evans and Aisling Bea.
Have I Got News For You
Series 65, Episode 5Diane Morgan guest hosts for the first time, as the panels dissect the coronation of King Charles and the UK's local election results. Ian and Paul are joined by comedian Desiree Burch and Times Radio presenter Matt Chorley.
Fleabag
Series 1, Episode 1Angry, pervy, outrageous and hilarious, Fleabag arrives with a bang, as she spins through the city grasping at anyone and anything that might keep her head above water.
Rob And Romesh Vs
Series 3, Episode 6 - Team GB Part 2Rob and Romesh's sporting journey continues as they continue their search to find a sport and join Team GB. The pair will attempt clay pigeon shooting with Aaron Heading, gymnastics with sporting hero Max Whitlock and athletics with gold medallist Denise Lewis. Will they find their sport?
Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled
Series 7, Out-takes - UnseenUnseen footage from the series with guests including Rachel Parris, Jason Byrne, London Hughes, Seann Walsh, Jessica Hynes, Ola Labib and Russell Kane.
Fleabag
Series 1, Episode 2Haunted by memories of her dead best friend, dumped by her emotionally-fragile boyfriend, and now desperately trying to sell her stolen goods, Fleabag attempts to rekindle romantic fires to distract her from the mayhem of her life.
Mrs. Brown's Boys
Series 3, Episode 2 - Mammy's InflationIt's all change in the Brown household as two of Mrs Brown's boys finalise plans for their new homes.
Best Of Chewin' The Fat
Series 1, Episode 3Highlights from the first two series of Scottish sketch show featuring a cast of recurring characters.
Rhod Gilbert's Growing Pains
Series 1, Episode 3Comedian and unexpected ballroom dancing star Bill Bailey, comic Tom Allen and TV presenter AJ Odudu share their embarrassing teenage stories with host Rhod Gilbert.
Absolutely Fabulous
Series 4, Episode 6 - MenopauseA major e-mail mishap leads to an exodus of clients from Eddy's business. Whilst she struggles to salvage a morsel from her TV and PR enterprises, Patsy is diagnosed with osteoporosis, and Saffy forces the pair to attend a meeting of Menopause Anonymous.
Mock The Week
Series 13, Episode 1Milton Jones, Ed Byrne, Katherine Ryan and Romesh Ranganathan join the regular cast for the familiar mix of games and topical banter that "makes Mock The Week as reliable as a UKIP expenses claim and as much a part of summer as English sporting failure and mutant animal tabloid scare stories".
Absolutely Fabulous
Series 5, Episode 1 - Cleanin'Saffy's due home after a long stint abroad undertaking aid work in Uganda. Before she returns, however, the house is desperately in need of a clean.
QI
Series S, Episode 2 - Secrets, Spies & SleuthsSandi uncovers a stash of secrets with Alan Davies, Daliso Chaponda, Cariad Lloyd and James Acaster.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 8 (Channel 4: Series 9), Episode 1Sean Lock and Vic Reeves go up against Jon Richardson and Aisling Bea. David O'Doherty joins Countdown's resident lexicographer Susie Dent.
Victoria Wood As Seen On TV
Series 1, Episode 5Victoria Wood casts another comic glance at the world, with help from Julie Walters and Celia Imrie.
Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish
Series 2, Episode 4 - PoogleThe award-winning comic opines on life's little oddities, including micro-chipped cats, over-familiarity in coffee shops, self-driving cars, QR codes and cybersquatting.
Fleabag
Series 1, Episode 1Angry, pervy, outrageous and hilarious, Fleabag arrives with a bang, as she spins through the city grasping at anyone and anything that might keep her head above water.
Live At The Apollo
Series 10, Episode 3 - Frankie Boyle, Simon Evans, Aisling BeaFrankie Boyle hosts, with performers Simon Evans and Aisling Bea.
Fleabag
Series 1, Episode 2Haunted by memories of her dead best friend, dumped by her emotionally-fragile boyfriend, and now desperately trying to sell her stolen goods, Fleabag attempts to rekindle romantic fires to distract her from the mayhem of her life.
Ellie & Natasia
Episode 5The Brothers Pomodoro return to show off their new cookbook and there's a song about snakes.
Guessable?
Series 3, Episode 4 - Is Pumping A Young Man's GameSara 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.
Mrs. Brown's Boys
Series 3, Episode 2 - Mammy's InflationIt's all change in the Brown household as two of Mrs Brown's boys finalise plans for their new homes.
Taskmaster
Series 15, Episode 7 - Schrödinger's EggAs the battle for the trophy continues, Greg Davies and Alex Horne take things up a notch by introducing a pulper to proceedings. Jelly Babies also cause friction between the participants.
Desmond's
Series 3, Episode 2 - The Peckham PimpernelThe receipt of a mysterious and threatening letter at Desmond's barber shop sends the Ambrose clan into a mild state of panic. Before long, Beverley's conducting a seance around the kitchen table.
Al Murray's Great British Pub Quiz
Episode 13Al, aided by barman Shaun Williamson and captains Phill Jupitus and Kerry Godliman, oversees a battle between The Builders Arms from Teddington and The Newsroom from Edinburgh.
The South Bank Show: Frank Skinner
An edition of arts documentary The South Bank Show, looking in depth at the work and life of comedian Frank Skinner.