Television
TV schedule Thursday 14th September 2023
The Larkins
Series 3, Episode 1 - Home WinThe rent is due and a series of much-needed repairs to the house is mounting up, so Alf and Ada resume their regular war of wills with the landlord. Exasperated at the mounting costs, he opts to involve the Prouts with the perfect solution...
And The Same To You
The boxing-mad nephew of a pious clergyman embarks on an elaborate plan to keep his boxing career a secret.
Minder
Series 1, Episode 5 - The Bounty HunterWhen a young widow is conned out of all her savings, Arthur sends Terry off to reclaim the money.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 3, Episode 4 - You Missed A BitThe Farmer expects the windows of his farmhouse to be spotless, so Bitzer calls on the services of the Flock to help him clean them. He quickly discovers that they don't always work very well as a team when chaos breaks out. Will Bitzer be able to clear up the mess before The Farmer returns?
Desmond's
Series 3, Episode 8 - Driving Me CrazyIt's a testing time for Michael and Patricia when she decides to take a holiday without him. And Desmond is encouraged to take his driving test again, with disastrous consequences.
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 37 - Rodent RecallDanger Mouse and Penfold are in a training simulation when one of DM's flying kicks damages the holodeck with catastrophic consequences.
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.
Go Jetters
Series 3, Episode 45 - Endangered Species, Sao Paulo, BrazilThe rare Black Lion Tamarins need help to survive in the pristine forests of Sao Paulo.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Episode 6Onslow celebrates his birthday. Reluctantly, Daisy invites Hyacinth - and equally reluctantly, Hyacinth accepts. She's far keener, however, when she learns Rose's new boyfriend - a businessman - will pick her up in his limousine.
On The Buses
Series 5, Episode 12 - The New TellyWhen the Christmas Club payout arrives, Stan and the family decide to buy a colour television. But they have a problem disposing of their old set - especially when Blake buys it!
2point4 Children
Series 5, Episode 6 - The Truth Is Out ThereRona has a surprising confession to make. Her mother, dead some 11 years, is still the named tenant of her house, and now the council have found out and want to evict her. But Auntie Pearl has a far more devastating confession of her own.
Horrible Histories
Series 5, Episode 10A Victorian businessman goes undercover in his own factory, there's a right royal squabble over who should rule medieval England, we meet eccentric Georgian politician Mad Jack Mytton and the Real Tudor Hustle reveals the cleverest con tricks by naughty historical criminals.
Justin's House
Series 6, Episode 11 - Hide and SurpriseAndy and The Odd Socks are playing a surprise gig for Justin! But the band need to hide in funny places around Justin's house so they don't spoil the big surprise.
On The Buses
Series 5, Episode 12 - The New TellyWhen the Christmas Club payout arrives, Stan and the family decide to buy a colour television. But they have a problem disposing of their old set - especially when Blake buys it!
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 2, Episode 5 - A Night Not To RememberJeffrey Fairbrother gets exceedingly drunk and has to be escorted back to his chalet by the predatory Yellowcoat Gladys Pugh. What actually occurred when they were alone?
The Zoo
Series 1, Episode 9 - Going ApeNaomi the grey gibbon and Gambira the orangutan share and island but famously don't get on. Naomi likes everything to be clean and tidy, while Gambira is messy with poor personal hygiene. Everyday they shout and chase each other - until one day Naomi mysteriously disappears. At first, Gambira can't believe her luck - she finally has the place to herself without her bossy roommate, but then Jurgen the gorilla decides he's moving in and Gambira begins to miss her old island buddy. Was Naomi really that bad?
Twirlywoos
Series 1, Episode 18 - SoftThe Twirlywoos meet a soft and fluffy cat. Back in the Boat the Box brings them a soft surprise.
Still Open All Hours
Series 6, Episode 4Mr Newbold goes to the library in the hope of meeting up with Mrs Rossi, while Eric and Cyril finally get their wives to go camping.
Class Dismissed
Series 3, Episode 4 - Broken BoilerThe school boiler breaks and the heating won't come on. As the school gets colder and colder, panic spreads. Can the boiler be fixed, or will everyone freeze forever?
Danny & Mick
Series 4, Highlights Special - Pick And Mix! (Best Of)Danny and Mick are waiting in reception for a package to be delivered. While they wait, they reminisce about the hilarious things they have been through together.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 20, Episode 3 - Who's Thrown Her Tom Cruise Photographs Away?When Marina is stood up by Howard, she decides the time has come to give up her interest in men.
Sooty
Series 1, Episode 7 - The Souvenir StallThe gang are opening a souvenir pottery stall at the park - but all the pottery gets smashed. Sooty tries to make some more with fresh clay but things don't quite go to plan.
Sketchy Comedy
Episode 1A drinks can, blender, pillows and skittles are among the items getting the Sketchy treatment.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 20, Episode 4 - What Happened To Barry's Nose?Howard decides to pump iron, so Barry sets out to be more assertive. Truly takes charge when failure looms on all fronts.
Supertato
Series 1, Episode 16 - Winter WonderlandEvil Pea thinks the Veggies won't like it when she covers the supermarket in ice, but instead they have the best snow day ever, so she creates a giant snowball to ruin their fun.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Episode 6Onslow celebrates his birthday. Reluctantly, Daisy invites Hyacinth - and equally reluctantly, Hyacinth accepts. She's far keener, however, when she learns Rose's new boyfriend - a businessman - will pick her up in his limousine.
Danger Mouse
A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated sequel.
2point4 Children
Series 5, Episode 6 - The Truth Is Out ThereRona has a surprising confession to make. Her mother, dead some 11 years, is still the named tenant of her house, and now the council have found out and want to evict her. But Auntie Pearl has a far more devastating confession of her own.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 2, Episode 5 - Waffle's Big Night InSimon is taking Jess out for a birthday dinner, so Gramps is on babysitting duty.
Dad's Army
Series 5, Episode 1 - Asleep In The DeepA bomb hits Walmington's pumping station, where Walker and Godfrey are on watch. The efforts to free them from the wreckage are somewhat wasted after Mainwaring, Wilson, Pike, Frazer and Hodges are trapped with them... and then a broken pipe slowly floods the room with water.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
A selection of episodes from the second series of the Beano creation.
The Thin Blue Line
Series 2, Episode 2 - Ism Ism IsmFaced with arresting a failed asylum seeker ready for deportation, Fowler trains his staff in equality by pretending to be a Martian dissident. Meanwhile, Grim has been turned down by the Freemasons and is now trying to become a member of the Order of Todgers.
Still Open All Hours
Series 6, Episode 4Mr Newbold goes to the library in the hope of meeting up with Mrs Rossi, while Eric and Cyril finally get their wives to go camping.
So Awkward
Series 3, Episode 5 - Never The Bridesmaid, Never The BrideJas is asked to be a bridesmaid and is worried about being too clumsy to pull it off.
Supertato
Series 2, Episode 6 - Tin Can GamesIt's the Tin Can Games and Evil Pea wants to win the Tin Can Trophy. She cheats in the final race by putting a magnet on Supertato's back to stop him from going super fast.
Go Jetters
Series 3, Episode 47 - Mission ManateeLars and Kyan swim through the shallows of Crystal River in Florida. Kyan tests his new swimming fin, while Lars watches a manatee and her baby cruise by.
The Iron Maiden
An aircraft designer's love of traction engines gets in the way of his job when an American airline owner visits England on a buying mission.
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 2, Episode 5 - A Night Not To RememberJeffrey Fairbrother gets exceedingly drunk and has to be escorted back to his chalet by the predatory Yellowcoat Gladys Pugh. What actually occurred when they were alone?
Lovejoy
Series 6, Episode 7 - Breaking The BrokerTinker is arrested for possession of erotic antiques. His only way out is to set up Lovejoy.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 25 - Megahurtz AttacksDanger Mouse's attempts to boost Penfold's confidence backfire when it leads to a ferocious games monster escaping into the real world.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 20, Episode 3 - Who's Thrown Her Tom Cruise Photographs Away?When Marina is stood up by Howard, she decides the time has come to give up her interest in men.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 20, Episode 4 - What Happened To Barry's Nose?Howard decides to pump iron, so Barry sets out to be more assertive. Truly takes charge when failure looms on all fronts.
Supertato
Series 1, Episode 6 - The Baddie BeltEvil Pea swaps Supertato's Tato-Belt for her own evil Baddie-Belt.
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 1 - The Eiffel Tower, FranceIn France, Grandmaster Glitch breaks the Eiffel Tower when he uses it as a TV aerial. Can the Go Jetters fix it?
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Episode 6Onslow celebrates his birthday. Reluctantly, Daisy invites Hyacinth - and equally reluctantly, Hyacinth accepts. She's far keener, however, when she learns Rose's new boyfriend - a businessman - will pick her up in his limousine.
GiggleQuiz
Series 1, Episode 5 - Super Banana GailIn order to win the quiz, Gail becomes a superhero like her teammate Captain Adorable. Meanwhile, Nana Knickerbocker and the Bees play a silly game searching for keys in gloopy honey.
Minder
Series 1, Episode 6 - Aces High And Sometimes Very LowThe chips are down for Arthur's friend Maurice when the professional gambler is barred from the casinos and mugged of all his winnings. Terry's job is to mind Maurice while he recoups his losses.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 3, Episode 7 - Waffle Needs Quiet TimeWaffle learns that reading can be just as much fun as noisy maze games.
The Upper Hand
Series 2, Episode 2 - When Worlds CollideCaroline gets more than she bargained for when she offers to host Charlie's monthly poker game.
Still Open All Hours
Series 6, Episode 4Mr Newbold goes to the library in the hope of meeting up with Mrs Rossi, while Eric and Cyril finally get their wives to go camping.
'Allo 'Allo!
Series 3, Episode 6 - The Great Un-EscapeWhilst the inhabitants of the nearby POW camp have been busy tunneling out, Fairfax and Carstairs are desperate to tunnel in. Helped by René, Edith and the rest of the resistance, they break through just as the tunnel is discovered by the Colonel and Captain; soon all are trapped inside the camp!
The Thin Blue Line
Series 2, Episode 2 - Ism Ism IsmFaced with arresting a failed asylum seeker ready for deportation, Fowler trains his staff in equality by pretending to be a Martian dissident. Meanwhile, Grim has been turned down by the Freemasons and is now trying to become a member of the Order of Todgers.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 10, Episode 1 - The ExperimentOn being forcibly up-ended by Seymour and Clegg to shake money from his pockets to buy a drink, Compo is left with a burning question; why, when he felt the blood rushing to his head upside down, did he not feel the blood rushing back to his feet when he was returned to a standing position?
The Thin Blue Line
Series 2, Episode 3 - Fly On The WallA television crew has come to Gasforth to make a documentary about policing. Naturally, Fowler's officers see it as their chance for stardom.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 10, Episode 2 - The Treasure Of The DeepThe ornate piece of silver that Compo accidentally hauls from the canal is quickly identified by Seymour as being part of a candlestick - Georgian with strong continental influence - and probably part of some thieves' haul thrown into the water in panic. If Seymour can recover the rest of the loot and return it to its rightful owner, he might be accepted by the County set.
Dad's Army
Series 5, Episode 1 - Asleep In The DeepA bomb hits Walmington's pumping station, where Walker and Godfrey are on watch. The efforts to free them from the wreckage are somewhat wasted after Mainwaring, Wilson, Pike, Frazer and Hodges are trapped with them... and then a broken pipe slowly floods the room with water.
Shakespeare & Hathaway - Private Investigators
Series 2, Episode 5 - No More Cakes And AleIn a race against the clock, Frank and Lu must track down a vital witness in a crown court trial.
A League Of Their Own
US Road Trip 2.0, Highlights SpecialRelive the boys' epic US adventure with this look back at the highlights from series two. From a rocky monster trucking competition and an embarrassing stint as cheerleaders, to a calamitous firefighting drill and a high-stakes race across the Big Apple, this special episode looks back at the trip's most memorable moments. Plus, there's another chance to see the loser's unforgettable performance at New York's number one drag club.
Dad's Army
Series 5, Episode 2 - Keep Young And BeautifulFollowing questions in the House of Commons, it is proposed that older members of the Home Guard should join the ARP while younger members of the ARP join the Home Guard. It looks like most of Mainwaring's men could be in the firing line.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 6, Episode 2Lee Mack is joined by Richard Madeley and Sanjeev Bhaskar, and David Mitchell is joined by Kate Humble and Miles Jupp.
Shakespeare & Hathaway - Private Investigators
Series 2, Episode 6 - The Offered FallacyFrank and Lu must clear their names when they are framed for various crimes by some mysterious doppelgangers.
The Lovers
Episode 2After a glorious night of laughter and sexual tension Janet makes a suggestion to Seamus: they should have an affair!
Royle Exclusive: Behind The Sofa
The Royle Family: Down The Back Of The Sofa provides viewers with another chance to see the original documentary interviews with the core cast, which includes Craig Cash and Caroline Aherne's only ever filmed interview as a pair.
Screw
Series 2, Episode 6In a thrilling series climax, can Leigh and Rose save not only themselves but the future of the wing?
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.
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.
Never Mind The Buzzcocks
Series 31, Episode 4Stefflon Don, Jake Shears and Jamie-Lee O'Donnell join captains Noel Fielding, Daisy May Cooper and regular panellist Jamali Maddix for the comedy music quiz, hosted by Greg Davies.
Scot Squad
Series 6, Episode 1The Chief is keen to make amends for a slip of the tongue and keeps digging deeper as his extended apology lasts for ever. The traffic cops make a big noise to salute the key workers, while the rural officers handle a massive marrow bust-up at the horticultural show.
Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Fishing
Series 6, Episode 2 - Pike (Dumfries And Galloway)Paul Whitehouse and Bob Mortimer head to a secluded pike lake in Dumfries and Galloway, staying overnight at Spedlins Castle, which is reputed to be haunted.
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps
Series 1, Episode 1 - Fags, Shags And KebabsJonny lives with girlfriend Janet. Janet's mate Donna needs a boyfriend so her mother Flo won't think she's gay. Donna asks Janet to get her a date with Jonny's best mate Gaz, but neither one of the boys are happy.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 22 (Channel 4: Series 23), Episode 1Jimmy Carr hosts with Countdown regulars Rachel Riley and Susie Dent. Jon Richardson and Lucy Beaumont take on Richard Ayoade and Joe Wilkinson. Finlay Christie is in Dictionary Corner.
Gary: Tank Commander
Series 1, Episode 3 - The GeneralGeneral Randy Badger arrives from America on official duty. He enlists Gary and the boys, and instigates his own mission - to drink beer, see strippers and find his Scottish ancestors, the McBadgers. Hoo ya.
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps
Series 1, Episode 2 - SpunkFollowing a group weigh-in with the girls, Louise discovers she has put on three pounds so vows to lose them.
Bad Education
Series 4, Episode 3 - PrisonHoburn tries a prison experience programme at Abbey Grove to teach the kids discipline. Class K end up incarcerated with Stephen who's prepping an audition as a hardened criminal.
Jimmy Carr Live
TV broadcast of Jimmy Carr's first DVD, released in 2004.
The Royle Family
Series 2, Episode 3Antony's got a new girlfriend from a comparitively posh part of town, and she's even got her own car. Meanwhile, Jim's in a mood at the thought of a week with Nana as she convalesces from a cataract operation.
Two Doors Down
Series 4, Episode 2 - Willie's WakeAfter an emotional funeral for Colin's Dad, he and Cathy have the neighbours round. Understandably Colin is not his usual upbeat self.
Bad Education
Series 4, Episode 4 - TrailblazersAfter Class K make Stephen feel old and irrelevant on his birthday, he goes to ridiculous lengths to prove he is still a trailblazer.
Gavin & Stacey
Series 1, Episode 1After being phone buddies for months Gavin and Stacey finally arrange a rendezvous.
The Fast Show
Series 2, Episode 4Introducing the world's worst casino croupier and a family with a sobriety problem.
Rhod Gilbert's Growing Pains
Series 5, Episode 2Rhod is joined by guests Jack Dee, Sophie Ellis-Bextor and KG Tha Comedian, who revisit embarrassing moments from their teenage years.
Gavin & Stacey
Series 1, Episode 2After a huge misunderstanding on the phone, Stacey thinks Gavin has finished with her.
Blackadder: A Cunning Story
A 40th anniversary retrospective looking at the making of hit sitcom Blackadder.
Mock The Week
Series 20, Episode 7Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis are back for a run of more episodes as they jab their syringe of satire into the arm of the week's news, all with the support of guests Maisie Adam, Alasdair Beckett-King, Ivo Graham, Rhys James and Ria Lina.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 22 (Channel 4: Series 23), Episode 1Jimmy Carr hosts with Countdown regulars Rachel Riley and Susie Dent. Jon Richardson and Lucy Beaumont take on Richard Ayoade and Joe Wilkinson. Finlay Christie is in Dictionary Corner.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 6, Episode 2Lee Mack is joined by Richard Madeley and Sanjeev Bhaskar, and David Mitchell is joined by Kate Humble and Miles Jupp.
Lovejoy
Series 6, Episode 7 - Breaking The BrokerTinker is arrested for possession of erotic antiques. His only way out is to set up Lovejoy.
Kevin Bridges: The Brand New Tour
Kevin Bridges performs live at the Glasgow Hydro.
Water
Comedy about the inhabitants of a small British Caribbean island whose world is changed when an American oil company strikes mineral water.
Starstruck
Series 3, Episode 5Tom prepares for his wedding, and while his house is taken over by wedding staff, he comes clean about a secret he's been hiding from fiancée Clem. Meanwhile, Ian tries to make amends with Jessie, who is having a crisis of confidence when her 33rd birthday celebrations don't go as planned.
The Interviews
Series 2, Episode 2 - Barry HumphriesThe spotlight shines on Barry Humphries, via his larger-than-life alter egos Dame Edna Everage and Les Patterson.
Starstruck
Series 3, Episode 6Kate is in labour while Ian has a meltdown. Tom takes the opportunity to smooth things over with Jessie. Is it too late for the former lovers to reconnect years after the breakup?
Live At The Moth Club
Episode 5An estate agent tells George that selling up would make him enormously wealthy - it looks like the writing's on the wall, but can the gang do anything about it?
Bad Education
Series 4, Episode 3 - PrisonHoburn tries a prison experience programme at Abbey Grove to teach the kids discipline. Class K end up incarcerated with Stephen who's prepping an audition as a hardened criminal.
Desmond's
Series 3, Episode 8 - Driving Me CrazyIt's a testing time for Michael and Patricia when she decides to take a holiday without him. And Desmond is encouraged to take his driving test again, with disastrous consequences.
Bad Education
Series 4, Episode 4 - TrailblazersAfter Class K make Stephen feel old and irrelevant on his birthday, he goes to ridiculous lengths to prove he is still a trailblazer.
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps
Series 1, Episode 1 - Fags, Shags And KebabsJonny lives with girlfriend Janet. Janet's mate Donna needs a boyfriend so her mother Flo won't think she's gay. Donna asks Janet to get her a date with Jonny's best mate Gaz, but neither one of the boys are happy.
The Fosters
Series 1, Episode 13 - Benjamin's RebellionRebellious Benjamin Foster is sent home from school for being insolent.