Television
TV schedule Friday 25th August 2023
Minder
Series 10, Episode 1 - A Fridge Too FarArthur needs to raise money for a foolproof scheme. His schemes range from insurance fraud to pawning his wife's jewellery.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 14 - FuzzypegGeorge adapts the spin cycle of the washing machine causing a black hole to form in the Spuds' kitchen.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 2, Episode 40 - Trucking American DreamsThe Spuds join Betty on a work trip across America - will a surprising body swap allow their American dreams to come true?
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!
Shaun The Sheep
Series 2, Episode 27 - Bitzer From The Black LagoonWhile trying to retrieve his ball, Bitzer falls into a muddy pond. When Shaun sees a big, blobby, shambling 'thing' squelching across the field, he's convinced they are being attacked by a swamp monster.
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.
Desmond's
Series 1, Episode 5 - A Surprise For PorkpieMichael's marketing plans for the shop backfire a little and send Porkpie into hiding on his birthday. Gloria, Louise and Matthew are intent on raising his spirits.
Lloyd Of The Flies
Episode 42 - Indoor SurvivalHaving written a book on the subject, Gena agrees to train Lloyd in how to survive outdoors, but Lloyd is disappointed to discover that all the training is to take place indoors.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 4 - PranksyThe after-school art club is under threat of imminent demolition.
Mr Bean
Series 3, Episode 9 - Bean EncoreThe Great Eduardo, violinist supreme, is in town and Irma wants to go to the concert. But Bean won't pay for the tickets. More than that, he claims that he can play the violin better.
Go Jetters
Series 3, Episode 31 - The Pan-American Highway, PanamaThe team must protect a sloth from Glitch's plan to build a road through the Darien Gap.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 5, Episode 9Having lost out in a floral display competition, Hyacinth sets her sights on a new car and soon has Richard on a Rolls-Royce test drive.
Mr Bean
Series 3, Episode 10 - Mobile HomeMiss Wince takes Mrs. Wicket off on holiday in her brand-new, swanky caravan.
Never The Twain
Series 9, Episode 6 - Bonjour ParisWhen Simon and Oliver visa Paris for the International Antiques Fair, they are both looking forward to improving Anglo-French relations but soon find out that the entente is not so cordiale.
2point4 Children
Series 3, Episode 5 - Beam Me Up, ScottyBen's on-and-off rivalry with another local plumber, Jake 'the Klingon', reaches new heights. Back at home, Bill and Rona have a fierce local health inspector to contend with.
Justin's House
Series 6, Episode 15 - ScarecrowJustin, Robert and Little Monster are planting vegetable seeds in the back garden and can't wait for them to grow into tasty vegetables to make vegetable soup - one of Little Monster's favourites. But every time they look away, a peckish pigeon jumps down and eats a seed! Justin and Robert decide they need to protect the vegetable seeds before they're all eaten, and realise what they need is a scarecrow.
Never The Twain
Series 9, Christmas Special - A Winter's TaleRingo is off to stay with his mum In a hotel for the holiday and Simon and Aunt Eleanor have Invited Oliver to spend Christmas with them. But Aunt Eleanor has plans for both Simon and Oliver to spend Christmas Eve in the church guarding the crib.
Are You Being Served?
Series 10, Episode 5 - The Night ClubWhen Mr. Grace gives the staff permission to use the shop floor for a business after hours, they decide to establish a classy night club. Before they can open, they opt to film an advert to be shown in the local cinema.
Guessable?
Series 2, Episode 5This week sees the gang welcome Strictly favourite Oti Mabuse alongside comedians David Baddiel, Maisie Adam and Miles Jupp to play another medley of madcap games.
Nova Jones
Series 2, Episode 2 - Nova X Clothes HorseFashionably late Nova has to work with a difficult designer to make a dazzling new dress.
Twirlywoos
Series 1, Episode 5 - ConnectingThe Twirlywoos watch a boy tie his shoelace at a bus stop and get the idea to connect his shoelaces to the shoes of the other passengers. When the bus arrives they all stand up, only to fall in a heap!
Still Open All Hours
Series 4, Episode 3Mr Newbold has decided to barricade his house against Mrs Featherstone, but Granville is sure he would not be so keen to avoid her if he knew all about her past.
Class Dismissed
Series 2, Episode 1 - MondayIt's the first day of Year 9 - and pupil Mark has got some big news.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 17, Episode 7 - The Suit That Turned LeftClegg and Foggy find themselves on a quest for scientific knowledge.
Danny & Mick
Series 3, Episode 5 - MascotballDanny wants to be the basketball team mascot and is trying to get an outfit for the match.
Sooty
Series 2, Episode 17 - The Dance CompetitionSooty Sweep, Soo and Richard take to the ballroom floor in Mr Slater's annual dance competition - but who will win the prize? Guest starring Helen Pearson.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 17, Episode 8 - Beware Of The ElbowCompo, Clegg and Foggy happen upon a man who wants to save the world from thin people and their sharp elbows.
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.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 3, Episode 1 - Olden DaysA faulty television remote rewinds the Spuds back to the olden days where everything is black and white, everyone is a puppet, and there is a giant biscuit on the rampage...
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 5, Episode 9Having lost out in a floral display competition, Hyacinth sets her sights on a new car and soon has Richard on a Rolls-Royce test drive.
2point4 Children
Series 3, Episode 5 - Beam Me Up, ScottyBen's on-and-off rivalry with another local plumber, Jake 'the Klingon', reaches new heights. Back at home, Bill and Rona have a fierce local health inspector to contend with.
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 9 - I Believe In Danger MouseDanger Mouse gains a following of crazed felines - but it's not all good news!
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 1, Episode 6 - Waffle's Paint DisasterThe Brooklyn-Bells decorate Doug's bedroom. Waffle tries to help but causes a green paint disaster and escapes into Mrs Hobbs' house next door.
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 10 - Thanksgiving SinnerDanger Mouse and Penfold receive a crash course in the customs of America's oldest holiday when they cover for Jeopardy Mouse as she takes time off for Thanksgiving.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 5, Episode 4 - Baa-d Hair DayThe flock don't recognise Shaun when he loses one his most distinctive features. His old pal Bitzer helps him track down the lost thatch, but not before Shaun becomes very attached to one of the chickens.
Dad's Army - The Lost Episodes
Episode 2 - A Stripe For FrazerTold he can promote one of the men to Corporal, Mainwaring makes Frazer Lance-Corporal, and pits him against Jones in a contest to see who is worthy of the full rank - but the Scot quickly goes power mad, and has half the platoon up on a charge!
Shaun The Sheep
Series 5, Episode 5 - The Farmer's NephewThe Farmer is rendered incapable and replaced by a farmhand who is more interested in his mobile phone than getting the task done.
Still Open All Hours
Series 4, Episode 3Mr Newbold has decided to barricade his house against Mrs Featherstone, but Granville is sure he would not be so keen to avoid her if he knew all about her past.
So Awkward
Series 2, Episode 7 - BFFWhen Mrs Hampton volunteers to help out at the upcoming food festival at school, Lily panics that her mother is going to embarrass her big time.
Are You Being Served?
Series 10, Episode 5 - The Night ClubWhen Mr. Grace gives the staff permission to use the shop floor for a business after hours, they decide to establish a classy night club. Before they can open, they opt to film an advert to be shown in the local cinema.
Supertato
Series 1, Episode 18 - The Great Book RescueEvil Pea takes all the books from the supermarket. Supertato, Chilli and Carrot try to rescue them by using acrobatic skills that they learnt from their favourite circus book.
Go Jetters
Series 3, Episode 33 - Go Jet Academy: New SpeciesThe team go in search of a mysterious new creature on the Academy Island.
Lovejoy
Series 5, Episode 7 - Stones of DestinyLovejoy invites a suspicious Charlotte away for a weekend, but their trip to Wales turns out to be a hunt for a murderer.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 17, Episode 7 - The Suit That Turned LeftClegg and Foggy find themselves on a quest for scientific knowledge.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 6 - Big Head AwakensDM must save his reputation and the world when Squawkencluck's artificially intelligent defence super computer goes despotically insane!
Shaun The Sheep
Series 4, Episode 25 - Hidden TalentsIt's a quiet day and the flock decide to entertain each other by performing their favourite party tricks. However, when the Farmer tries to join in, things get a little awkward.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 17, Episode 8 - Beware Of The ElbowCompo, Clegg and Foggy happen upon a man who wants to save the world from thin people and their sharp elbows.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 5, Episode 9Having lost out in a floral display competition, Hyacinth sets her sights on a new car and soon has Richard on a Rolls-Royce test drive.
Supertato
Series 2, Episode 4 - Museum MischiefEvil Pea pretends to help Supertato and Carrot train for crime prevention, but she tricks them and steals a mobile phone. Supertato and Carrot have a clever plan to get it back.
Go Jetters
Series 3, Episode 38 - Mars Mission, ChileCartoon following four adventure-seeking superheroes as they explore places all around the world.
Minder
Series 10, Episode 2 - Another Case Of Van BlankArthur is overcome with the spirit of European Unity and he sets for a little import/export work in France, where all the road signs are different.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 4, Episode 2 - Strained RelationsIt's Grandad's funeral. His brother, Uncle Albert, attempts to comfort Rodney, who's distraught and disgusted with the rest of the family's jovial manner. But it's soon Del who's in a black mood, when Albert's side of the family disappear without him...
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 2, Episode 40 - Trucking American DreamsThe Spuds join Betty on a work trip across America - will a surprising body swap allow their American dreams to come true?
Dodo
Series 1, Episode 15 - BoyfriendJoe Connolly is Lily Scott's boyfriend and everything is great. When he witnesses John Longmore getting dumped by Eisha Khela, Joe realises he cannot just be a boyfriend, he must be a good boyfriend.
The Upper Hand
Series 1, Episode 2 - Briefless EncounterAn unexpected caller at the front door has an up-front proposition for Charlie - she also happens to be Laura's psychology professor! Meanwhile, Caroline's busy work schedule leads to an embarrassing encounter in the bathroom.
The Boy In The Dress
An adaptation of David Walliams's book about a 12-year-old boy who enjoys cross-dressing.
Dad's Army - The Lost Episodes
Episode 2 - A Stripe For FrazerTold he can promote one of the men to Corporal, Mainwaring makes Frazer Lance-Corporal, and pits him against Jones in a contest to see who is worthy of the full rank - but the Scot quickly goes power mad, and has half the platoon up on a charge!
'Allo 'Allo!
Series 1, Episode 7 - The Dance Of Hitler YouthThe Colonel organises a party in the café, purportedly to celebrate the burning of the Reichstag, but in fact just to get Flick out of his apartment whilst it is broken into.
Dad's Army - The Lost Episodes
Episode 3 - Under FireTipped off by Frazer and Godfrey, Captain Mainwaring and Sergeant Wilson investigate a house from where they believe someone may have been signalling to enemy aircraft. They take the suspect back to the church hall, but chaos ensues when an incendiary bomb comes through the roof and the platoon desperately battles the blaze.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 6, Episode 7 - From Wellies To Wet SuitWhen Compo expresses a desire to explore the wonders of the deep, Foggy and Clegg, knowing his normal natural aversion to water, are so impressed that they readily sponsor his purchase of one slightly used frogman suit.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 4, Episode 3 - Hole In OneIn the middle of the worst, wettest winter in memory, all the brothers have to flog is sun-tan lotion. Things are looking grim until Uncle Albert falls down the cellar hatch at the Nag's Head: a big compensation package could set them up nicely. Unfortunately, Del's unaware of Albert's past...
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 7, Episode 1 - The Frozen Turkey ManCompo convinces a barmaid that Foggy is an eccentric millionaire.
Gavin & Stacey
A selection of episodes from the first and second series of the sitcom by and starring Ruth Jones and James Corden.
Doc Martin
Series 8, Episode 8 - All My TrialsMartin has not been able to practice ahead of his hearing but this does not stop patients asking for medical advice. Louisa goes to see Chris Parsons to find out how serious the hearing is. Penhale has commissioned a bust to recognise his contribution to Portwenn and the American is back to do some research into her family tree but has a medical issue she wants to see Martin about.
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.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 4, Episode 5Rob Brydon welcomes legendary comedian Ronnie Corbett, TV darling Julian Clary, Geordie comic Sarah Millican and TV presenter Holly Walsh to the comedy panel show.
Al Murray: The Only Way Is Epic
The Pub Landlord returns to the theatres of Britain with his own plan to rescue the economy and the future of the country.
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.
Doc Martin
Series 9, Episode 1 - To The LighthouseMartin's medical career remains under scrutiny as a GMC representative has come to assess him and his surgery. Meanwhile, Al accidentally proposes to Morwenna, and Mrs Tishell has a new lease on life.
Nish Kumar: Your Power, Your Control
A stand-up performance by the comedian.
Then You Run
Episode 8Tara and her friends reach the mythic hotel, but they are not alone. Reagan has made it to Norway, and with a surprising proposition for Tara. As the truth is revealed, can they survive the relentless, bloody retribution of The Traveller?
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 23 (Channel 4: Series 24), Highlights Special - Best BitsJimmy Carr, Susie Dent and Rachel Riley present more best bits from the game show mash-up, featuring Sean Lock, Jon Richardson, Joe Wilkinson, Lucy Beaumont, Bob Mortimer, Rosie Jones, Paul Foot, Kevin Bridges, Nick Helm, Victoria Coren-Mitchell and more.
The Power Of Parker
Episode 5 - White GoodsDiane puts her trust in Kath and sends her on a covert mission while she reluctantly goes to dinner at Sandy Cooper's house with Martin. But will Kath be discovered?
Stephen Merchant: Hello Ladies
A TV broadcast of Stephen Merchant's critically-acclaimed 2011 stand-up show.
Still Game
Series 5, Episode 1 - DramaLife in Craiglang is getting pensioners Jack and Victor down, until they discover an endless supply of free whisky. Meanwhile, all bets are off when Winston runs into an old enemy at the bookies.
Red Dwarf
Series I, Episode 1 - The EndDimwitted third-class space ship technician Dave Lister is dumbstruck to find that, after what was supposed to be an 18-month punishment in stasis (suspended animation), he has woken up some 3 million years later, a radiation leak having long killed his Red Dwarf colleagues and left him as the last human being.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 9, Episode 7This week the guests joining Lee Mack and David Mitchell are Jack Dee, Romesh Ranganathan, Gaby Roslin and Tinchy Stryder.
The Big Fat Quiz Of Everything
Special - The Big Fat Quiz Of SportWhy did Paula Radcliffe apologise to the nation? What sports have been played on the moon? What did Muhammad Ali trademark? And do Roisin Conaty, Judi Love, Joel Dommett, Dane Baptiste, Kerry Godliman and Tom Allen have any idea about the answers to those questions? Jimmy Carr hosts a big fat night of pointless sports trivia, with Charles Dance, some inimitable performances from the kids of Mitchell Brook Primary School, and a whole host of celebrity question setters.
Mrs. Brown's Boys
Series 3, Episode 4 - Mammy's ValentineAs Valentine's Day approaches, love is in the air for all the Brown family - even Grandad. In fact, the only Brown without a date is Agnes.
The Catherine Tate Show
A selection of episodes from the third series of the hit sketch show.
Burnistoun
Series 1, Episode 5Wannabe girl band member Kelly McGlade takes her story to the Burnistoun Herald but ends up hitting more than just headlines.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 9, Episode 8The guests joining Lee Mack and David Mitchell are Ben Miller, Henning Wehn, Doon Mackichan and Alex Brooker.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 4, Episode 3 - Hole In OneIn the middle of the worst, wettest winter in memory, all the brothers have to flog is sun-tan lotion. Things are looking grim until Uncle Albert falls down the cellar hatch at the Nag's Head: a big compensation package could set them up nicely. Unfortunately, Del's unaware of Albert's past...
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.
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".
Gavin & Stacey
Series 2, Episode 6Gavin is in Essex without his wife. Stacey is in Barry without her husband. So while Smithy plans a boys' night out, Stacey goes to the bingo. But has living separate lives finally taken its toll on love's young dream?
Mock The Week
Series 13, Episode 2Rob Beckett, Gary Delaney, Sara Pascoe and Josh Widdicombe join the regulars.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 20 (Channel 4: Series 21), Episode 5Jon Richardson and Lucy Beaumont take on Roisin Conaty and Joe Wilkinson in the comedy words-and-numbers game, while Bec Hill joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner.
Gavin & Stacey
Series 2, Episode 7Stacey returns to Essex to sort out the situation with Gavin, but things are not looking good. Meanwhile in Barry, an unexpected event throws everyone into a panic.
Some Girls
Series 3, Episode 1Viva is surprised when Rocky tells her he is dropping out of school. She tries to persuade him that it's not a good idea, but Rocky has another, even bigger, surprise for Viva. Holli is saving for a secret project whilst Amber is worried about Brandon, who seems to have disappeared.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 4, Episode 5Rob Brydon welcomes legendary comedian Ronnie Corbett, TV darling Julian Clary, Geordie comic Sarah Millican and TV presenter Holly Walsh to the comedy panel show.
Dylan Moran Live: Yeah, Yeah
Dylan Moran spreads a little happiness in this TV broadcast of his 2011 show Yeah, Yeah.
The Fast Show
Series 1, Episode 6There's a look at war films in the sketch 'Scenes from the Movies'.
Some Girls
Series 3, Episode 2The girls head off for their first music festival. Despite having to work on a t-shirt stall they still manage to pack in plenty of fun, hanging out with three boys in the tent next door. Fed up with the other girls calling her boring, Viva decides to take advantage of some new experiences on offer at the festival.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 23 (Channel 4: Series 24), Highlights Special - Best BitsJimmy Carr, Susie Dent and Rachel Riley present more best bits from the game show mash-up, featuring Sean Lock, Jon Richardson, Joe Wilkinson, Lucy Beaumont, Bob Mortimer, Rosie Jones, Paul Foot, Kevin Bridges, Nick Helm, Victoria Coren-Mitchell and more.
Minder
Series 9, Episode 12 - A Taste Of MoneyArthur and Ray go to Australia to claim Uncle Joshua's millions. But several Daleys turn up.
Detectorists
Series 2, Episode 4Andy suddenly has a job interview to go to, while Lance has a lot of catching up to do. The mystery of the buried bomber is the least of their problems, but a disturbing possibility emerges from an unlikely source that throws everything into doubt.
Mrs. Brown's Boys
Series 3, Episode 4 - Mammy's ValentineAs Valentine's Day approaches, love is in the air for all the Brown family - even Grandad. In fact, the only Brown without a date is Agnes.
Shopping With Keith Lemon
Series 4, Episode 6 - Denise Van Outen and Francis BourgeoisKeith heads to Basildon to go sofa shopping with Denise Van Outen, then takes a train trip to Ford to buy model trains with YouTube sensation Francis Bourgeois.
Harry Enfield & Chums
Series 1, Episode 3Hit 1990s sketch show starring Harry Enfield, Paul Whitehouse and Kathy Burke.
Sorry, I Didn't Know
Series 1, Episode 4Shaun Wallace, Paul Chowdhry, Toby Williams and Sophie Duker join Chizzy Akudolu, Judi Love and Jimmy Akingbola.
Harry Enfield & Chums
Series 1, Episode 4Hit 1990s sketch show starring Harry Enfield, Paul Whitehouse and Kathy Burke.
Some Girls
Series 3, Episode 1Viva is surprised when Rocky tells her he is dropping out of school. She tries to persuade him that it's not a good idea, but Rocky has another, even bigger, surprise for Viva. Holli is saving for a secret project whilst Amber is worried about Brandon, who seems to have disappeared.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 3, Christmas Special - We'll Always Have MajorcaThe girls are given the chance to spend Christmas in the sun when Darryl's rock star friend offers the use of his villa.
Desmond's
Series 1, Episode 5 - A Surprise For PorkpieMichael's marketing plans for the shop backfire a little and send Porkpie into hiding on his birthday. Gloria, Louise and Matthew are intent on raising his spirits.
Some Girls
Series 3, Episode 2The girls head off for their first music festival. Despite having to work on a t-shirt stall they still manage to pack in plenty of fun, hanging out with three boys in the tent next door. Fed up with the other girls calling her boring, Viva decides to take advantage of some new experiences on offer at the festival.