Television
TV schedule Friday 6th October 2023

Guessable?
Series 4, Episode 6 - How Long Is A Piece Of StringSara Pascoe, Alan Davies, Darren Harriott, and sidekick John Kearns, welcome Maisie Adam, Josh Pugh, Josh Jones, and Snoochie Shy to play another round of absurd guessing games.

Still Up
Episode 5 - Veggie Veggie Bing BongLisa embarks on a complicated camping trip with Veggie's family. Danny endures an endless bathroom repair.

Minder
Series 2, Episode 8 - All Mod ConsTerry is asked to get rid of some squatters, leading Arthur to dream of a future as a property developer.

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?

Desmond's
Series 5, Episode 5 - PardnershipDesmond goes into partnership with Lee on a sure-fire money-spinning venture.

Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 12 - Big PenfoldThe world is in jeopardy and the only thing that can save it is a 1,000ft Penfold.

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 43 - Failing To RegisterDetermined to prove he can accomplish a task without getting distracted, Dennis takes on the simple job of bringing the class register to the school office. He instantly distracts himself on an epic scale.

Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 10 - Chichen Itza, MexicoGrandmaster Glitch's giant ball game threatens El Castillo. Can the Go Jetters bounce back and save it?

Keeping Up Appearances
Series 4, Episode 6 - Please Mind Your HeadHyacinth and Richard spend their first night in their new weekend retreat. But plans to become part of the "country set" go horribly wrong as the apartment proves a little on the "bijou" side.

Bless This House
Series 2, Episode 6 - Strangers In The NightIt's the anniversary of the first time Sid and Jean met; he celebrates the occasion by taking the family out for a meal and regaling them with the tale of that first magical evening.

2point4 Children
Series 2, Episode 4 - One Night In BangkokBen's father drops into town, with his young Thai wife. However, neither Ben nor Tina were aware of her existence, and the news isn't helped to go down by Frank's attitude.

Bless This House
Series 2, Episode 7 - Get Me To The Match On TimeSid's plans for the weekend are thrown into disarray when Trevor only manages to get one ticket to the crucial Liverpool/Arsenal game. Of course, he also happens to have forgotten his sister-in-law's wedding!

Guessable?
Series 4, Episode 10 - Thinking Inside The BoxSara Pascoe, Alan Davies, Darren Harriott, and sidekick John Kearns, welcome Glenn Moore, Amy Gledhill, Ria Lina and Scarlett Moffatt to play another round of absurd guessing games.

Hi-De-Hi!
Series 4, Episode 5 - The Graven ImageJoe Maplin has commissioned his own statue and has specific instructions issued as to the form the unveiling should take. But, in the best Maplin's tradition, all does not go according to plan!

Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 14 - High And LowThe Twirlywoos learn about high and low when they watch a lady trying to hang a mirror at the right height. Back in the Boat, the Twirlywoo Screen gives them a seesaw to play with.

Porridge
Series 3, Episode 2 - Poetic JusticeAn old acquaintance of Fletcher's becomes the third occupant of the cell: the judge who sentenced him to five years! Initial resentment fades, and Fletcher decides that an old school friend of the Governor's could prove very useful. However, not all his fellow prisoners are as enlightened.

Lagging
Series 1, Episode 5 - The Five KingdomsCedric's excited when TEAM SMoRCLe play a fantasy board game he's invented. But things go wildly off course when Mo is granted three wishes and starts making up his own rules.

Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 23, Episode 5 - Beware Of The Hot DogWesley builds a turbo hot-dog grill.

Sooty
Series 2, Episode 3 - The Black HandAce detectives Secret Sooty and Agent Bone take on their arch enemy the Black Hand. Can they stop his dastardly plans, or will his exploding beans get the better of them? Guest starring Joe Pasquale.

Horrible Histories
Series 1, Episode 5A priest makes a piano from live pigs, Emperor Caligula declares war on the sea, and we discover disgusting beauty tips from Ancient Egypt.

Carry On, Constable
Classic comedy with Sid James making his debut. A group of novices are drafted in to cover at a police station that's been hit by flu.

Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 23, Episode 6 - In Search Of Childlike Joy And The Farthest Reaches Of The Lotus PositionWesley hopes his hand-crafted trolley and a hill will restore the dispirited Smiler's joie de vivre.

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.

Keeping Up Appearances
Series 4, Episode 6 - Please Mind Your HeadHyacinth and Richard spend their first night in their new weekend retreat. But plans to become part of the "country set" go horribly wrong as the apartment proves a little on the "bijou" side.

Danger Mouse
A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated sequel.

2point4 Children
Series 2, Episode 4 - One Night In BangkokBen's father drops into town, with his young Thai wife. However, neither Ben nor Tina were aware of her existence, and the news isn't helped to go down by Frank's attitude.

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 Thin Blue Line
Series 1, Episode 5 - Night ShiftWorking the night shift has everyone on edge, particularly a moody Grim. Sergeant Dawkins is particularly overcome with frustration, whilst both Fowler and Grim have teenage problems to deal with.

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
A selection of episodes from the second series of the animated sequel.

Dad's Army
Series 9, Episode 4 - The Miser's HoardIt is discovered that Frazer has been hiding hundreds of gold sovereigns. Mainwaring believes that the best thing is for him to buy an annuity (not that his commission has anything to do with it), but the Scotsman has other ideas.

4 O'Clock Club
Series 7, Episode 5 - Mr GarlandOwen loves wearing his granddad's coat - until his look means he's mistaken for a teacher. And Amber and Violet try to avoid the list of stupid celebrations for Darnesh's birthday.

Dad's Army
Series 9, Episode 5 - Number EngagedGuarding a vital telephone link, the platoon are horrified to wake up the morning after an air raid to discover a bomb tangled in the wires right outside their hut.

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 1, Episode 11 - The Great Wall of ChinaGlitch and his grimbots have a long race on a very long wall - the Great Wall of China!

Hi-De-Hi!
Series 4, Episode 5 - The Graven ImageJoe Maplin has commissioned his own statue and has specific instructions issued as to the form the unveiling should take. But, in the best Maplin's tradition, all does not go according to plan!

Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 44 - Sir Danger De MouseThe Queen of Weevils returns and convinces DM he's a medieval knight in order to escape from a secure prison - can Penfold break the spell and prevent London becoming a medieval city?

Keeping Up Appearances
Series 4, Episode 6 - Please Mind Your HeadHyacinth and Richard spend their first night in their new weekend retreat. But plans to become part of the "country set" go horribly wrong as the apartment proves a little on the "bijou" side.

The Thin Blue Line
Series 1, Episode 5 - Night ShiftWorking the night shift has everyone on edge, particularly a moody Grim. Sergeant Dawkins is particularly overcome with frustration, whilst both Fowler and Grim have teenage problems to deal with.

Supertato
Series 1, Episode 22 - Carrot The ChampionEvil Pea captures Supertato, but Carrot masters the ultimate flip kick and rescues her.

Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 16 - Mount Etna, ItalyGrandmaster Glitch makes popcorn in Mount Etna, blocking the volcano and endangering the farms on its slopes.

Minder
Series 2, Episode 9 - Diamonds Are A Girl's Worst EnemyAn old adversary's car mysteriously disappears while Terry is minding it.

Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 23, Episode 5 - Beware Of The Hot DogWesley builds a turbo hot-dog grill.

Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 4, Episode 7 - Waffle And BenjiWaffle's been awarded the class toy for good behaviour, and Zoe and Callum have big news.

The Upper Hand
Series 3, Episode 6 - Old FlamesA visitor from Caroline's past is attached to her in more ways than one.

Nova Jones
Series 3, Episode 5 - Fear Not NovaNova meets her mirror twin, avoN - but is she just a bad influence on herself?

Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 23, Episode 6 - In Search Of Childlike Joy And The Farthest Reaches Of The Lotus PositionWesley hopes his hand-crafted trolley and a hill will restore the dispirited Smiler's joie de vivre.

A Close Shave
Wallace's whirlwind romance with the proprietor of the local wool shop puts his head in a spin; but not all is well for Gromit.

'Allo 'Allo!
Series 5, Episode 10 - René - Under An Assumed NoseOnce again, René goes into hiding when it is believed that he was behind a plot to kill the Generals at their invasion meeting. Unfortunately, he chooses to disguise himself as a General...

The Green Green Grass
Series 1, Episode 5 - Pillow TalkBoycie struggles to come to terms with the news that his prize bull is gay, and Marlene finds she's missing the noise of the city after suffering sleepless nights. Tyler is delighted to learn he's failed all but two of his GCSEs, thinking he'll no longer be accepted into private school - but his parents have other ideas.

Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 14, Episode 4 - The Self-Propelled Salad StrainerWhen Nora Batty leaves home to visit a person unknown, Compo decides that the time has come for him to say it with flowers.

The Green Green Grass
Series 1, Episode 6 - Sex And The CountryMarlene discovers the farmhands concocting a virility potion for Rocky the bull, and manages to sneak a dose into husband Boycie's coffee. Tyler arouses suspicions when make-up is found in his room, and his parents are relieved to be told he has a girlfriend - until it transpires she's also his teacher.

Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 14, Episode 5 - Ordeal By TrousersCompo recalls an old schoolboy custom which will prove if Foggy's war stories are true or not.

The Good Life
Series 1, Episode 5 - The Thing In The CellarAs the Goods are removed from the electricity grid, Tom builds a generator to turn the waste from their animals into electricity. However, when it's finally called into use, the generator packs up, and Tom grovels to Jerry for use of his freezer.

Doc Martin
Series 10, Episode 2The surgery is chaotic, with both Martin and Louisa now practising from it. Bert's new business venture with Al doesn't get off to a good start, and Penhale suspects noise complaints are due to paranormal activity.

Would I Lie To You?
Series 15, Episode 7Newsreader Victoria Derbyshire and comedians Rhod Gilbert, Rosie Jones and Jamali Maddix join host Rob Brydon and regular captains David Mitchell and Lee Mack on the comedy panel show.

The Good Life
Series 1, Episode 6 - The Pagan RiteAfter a proposal from his old boss, Tom decides to take on some freelance work in order to treat Barbara to the pampering she misses from their old life. Barbara is furious as she thinks Tom has given up the dream but when she finds out it is for her she is extremely grateful.

Ghosts
Series 5, Episode 1 - FoolsMike approaches Alison to discuss their finances following the loss of their B&B business. However, Alison is more preoccupied with plotting revenge on the Ghosts for April Fool's Day and recruits a playful Humphrey to execute her plans.

Al Murray: My Gaff, My Rules
TV broadcast of Al Murray's first live DVD, recorded at London's Playhouse Theatre in 2003.

Michael McIntyre's Big Show
Series 1, Episode 5This show has a spectacular musical performance from Katherine Jenkins, who performs Heroes; and mind magic from Colin Cloud. As well as all of this, Robbie Savage plays Send To All, where Michael sends a text message to Robbie's phone book. At the end of the show, Michael gives an unsuspecting florist her moment in the spotlight, in the unmissable 'Unexpected Star'.

Detectorists
Series 1, Episode 5Even though Andy, Lance, Becky and Sophie are barely talking to each other, their secrets are on the verge of being revealed. Are they all just victims of a 'dirty smears' campaign? And why does everyone else want to move in on Bishop's Farm?

Doc Martin
Series 10, Episode 3Martin is called to an emergency at a local farm, but much to his annoyance the sick farmer, Ron Pickford seems well enough to be managing his lambing sheep.

Have I Got News For You
Series 66, Episode 1Victoria Coren Mitchell takes to the host's seat, with Carol Vorderman and Ignacio Lopez joining team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop as they delve into the news.

Would I Lie To You?
Series 7, Christmas Special - Would I Lie To You? At ChristmasSpecial Christmas edition of the popular parlour game of truth, lies and surprises. David Mitchell is joined by Miranda Hart and Stephen Mangan while Lee Mack is joined by Barry Cryer and Miles Jupp.

Mrs. Brown's Boys
Series 1, Episode 1 - The MammyAgnes Brown has family troubles to contend with: her son Dermot has fallen out with Maria Nicholson, his long-term girlfriend, and Grandad is feeling poorly.

Dad's Army
Series 9, Episode 5 - Number EngagedGuarding a vital telephone link, the platoon are horrified to wake up the morning after an air raid to discover a bomb tangled in the wires right outside their hut.

Kevin Bridges: A Whole Different Story
Scottish stand-up Kevin Bridges performs in this TV edit of his 2015 show.

Rhod Gilbert's Growing Pains
Series 5, Episode 5Rhod Gilbert is joined by guests Alex Brooker, Desiree Burch, and Jayde Adams to roll back the clock. What will they learn about each other - and who will be the most embarrassed?

Taskmaster
Series 16, Episode 3 - LanguidlyJulian Clary destroys a table, Lucy Beaumont munches on a tree and Sam Campbell gets underneath some lint. Meanwhile, Alex Horne is subjected to a tickling by Susan Wokoma and is verbally insulted by a panpipe-playing Sue Perkins.

Gavin & Stacey
A selection of episodes from the third series of the Ruth Jones and James Corden.

Still Game
Series 6, Episode 1 - Hot SeatCraiglang is in the grip of a hot spell. Jack and Victor have found the perfect place to relax in the park on the ultimate bench. Unfortunately, Tam and Winston have the same idea. Isa receives news about her ex husband Harry that changes her life.

Ghosts
Series 1, Episode 5 - Moonah StonLearning that their posh neighbours have an ancient claim over their land, Mike and Alison throw a swanky dinner party to help resolve a thorny issue.

The Graham Norton Show
Series 31, Episode 2 - Bernie Taupin, Catherine Tate, Ashley Walters, Bill Bailey, Christine and the QueensBernie Taupin says being in the spotlight is tremendous, Catherine Tate keeps an open mind about the paranormal, Ashley Walters says he has huge respect for Top Boy, Bill Bailey plays Candle in the Wind on a Turkish Saz, and Christine and the Queens perform live in the studio.

Chris Ramsey: Approval Needed
Amazon stand-up special from Chris Ramsey.

The Office
Series 1, Episode 5 - New GirlDavid interviews for a new secretary (despite having been told to downsize) and chooses blonde Karen. His efforts to impress end spectacularly badly when he accidentally headbutts her. Meanwhile Donna's late arrival at work inevitably sparks the rumour that she is sleeping with a colleague.

Taskmaster
Series 2, Episode 4 - Welcome To Rico FaceIn the penultimate episode the five contestants set out to impress Greg Davies by concealing a pineapple about their person, plus one unsuspecting competitor discovers they've been used as a guinea pig in a unique task experiment.

Limmy's Show!
Series 1, Episode 5It's a concept episode as Limmy pitches ideas for some remarkable new characters to his fellow cast members. There's also more from some of the regular characters, including the 80s style detective who continues to hunt down his nemesis.

Chewing Gum
Series 1, Episode 3 - PossessionTracey takes the chance to improve her future and heads off to a recruitment day, while Devil-fearing sister Cynthia covers Tracey's shift in the shop. Candice and Nan Esther try and earn some money by holding a sex-toy party on the estate. But Tracey ends up making a deal she regrets...

East Mode With Nigel Ng
The second series of the sketch show starring Nigel Ng and Evelyn Mok.

Mock The Week
Series 19, Episode 1Dara O Briain returns with another look at the week's news, with guests Tom Allen, Angela Barnes, Rhys James, Nigel Ng and Athena Kugblenu joining Dara and regular panelist Hugh Dennis.

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 9 (Channel 4: Series 10), Episode 3Sean Lock and David O'Doherty go up against Jon Richardson and Natasia Demetriou. John Kearns joins Countdown's resident lexicographer Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.

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.

Chewing Gum
Series 1, Episode 4 - The UnicornTracey and Connor decide to have sex but Connor's having trouble in the bedroom. Meanwhile Cynthia borrows Tracey's laptop for some sex research of her own.

East Mode With Nigel Ng
The first series of the sketch show starring Nigel Ng and Evelyn Mok.

Blankety Blank
Series 20, Episode 2Bradley Walsh is joined by Jason Watkins, Layton Williams, Anthea Turner, Rob Beckett, Nadia Jae and Jill Scott.

Mock The Week
Series 19, Episode 2Maisie Adam, Eshaan Akbar, Ed Byrne, Sophie Duker and Ed Gamble appear.

Breeders
Series 3, Episode 6 - No ShowPaul is forced by his new boss to make funding cuts. After Ally's attempt to impress Ava, she tells Paul some home truths.

Ghosts
Series 1, Episode 5 - Moonah StonLearning that their posh neighbours have an ancient claim over their land, Mike and Alison throw a swanky dinner party to help resolve a thorny issue.

Would I Lie To You?
Series 7, Christmas Special - Would I Lie To You? At ChristmasSpecial Christmas edition of the popular parlour game of truth, lies and surprises. David Mitchell is joined by Miranda Hart and Stephen Mangan while Lee Mack is joined by Barry Cryer and Miles Jupp.

Inside No. 9
Series 6, Episode 5 - How Do You Plead?Webster, the famous barrister, is not well and not an easy man to look after. His carer Urban knows how to take the rough with the smooth, dishing out the drugs or appealing to the old man's vanity. But on this particular night, something is coming that will test Webster's resolve and legal skills to the very end.

Blankety Blank
Series 20, Episode 2Bradley Walsh is joined by Jason Watkins, Layton Williams, Anthea Turner, Rob Beckett, Nadia Jae and Jill Scott.

Detectorists
Series 1, Episode 5Even though Andy, Lance, Becky and Sophie are barely talking to each other, their secrets are on the verge of being revealed. Are they all just victims of a 'dirty smears' campaign? And why does everyone else want to move in on Bishop's Farm?

CelebAbility
Series 3, Episode 3A group of friends take on celebrities Jack Fincham, Natasia Demetriou, Yasmin Evans and Richard Arnold.

Juice
Episode 5 - Lights, Camera, EscapeJamma and his colleagues embark on an escape room adventure to foster team bonding after a disastrous pitch. Jamma tries to keep Winnie and Guy from talking to each other in hopes of covering up his lie, but instead finds himself entering a gateway into the past.

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 23 (Channel 4: Series 24), Highlights Special - Best BitsJimmy Carr, Susie Dent and Rachel Riley host a compilation of best bits from the anarchic letters and numbers game, featuring Sean Lock, Jon Richardson, Harry Hill, Bob Mortimer, Katherine Ryan, Joe Lycett, Rose Matafeo, Richard Ayoade, Chris McCausland, Miles Jupp, Lucy Beaumont, Alex Horne and Joe Wilkinson among others.

The Office
Series 1, Episode 5 - New GirlDavid interviews for a new secretary (despite having been told to downsize) and chooses blonde Karen. His efforts to impress end spectacularly badly when he accidentally headbutts her. Meanwhile Donna's late arrival at work inevitably sparks the rumour that she is sleeping with a colleague.

Outsiders
Series 2, Episode 6It's the Outsiders' final day in the wild. David Mitchell oversees as the pairs of comedians compete to see who can demonstrate various skills in plumbing, painting and funeral rites in their battle for the winner's trophy.

Juice
Episode 6 - HomeJamma finally tackles his shaking boxes, while also trying to save the Megacentre and his relationship. Is he a changed man, or will he revert to his child self?

Inside No. 9
Series 6, Episode 5 - How Do You Plead?Webster, the famous barrister, is not well and not an easy man to look after. His carer Urban knows how to take the rough with the smooth, dishing out the drugs or appealing to the old man's vanity. But on this particular night, something is coming that will test Webster's resolve and legal skills to the very end.

Gavin & Stacey
Series 3, Episode 6Nessa and Dave's wedding is fast approaching and the preparations are in full swing. Stacey breaks some life-changing news to Gavin while Bryn and Jason finally put their big secret to bed.

Michael McIntyre's Big Show
Series 1, Episode 5This show has a spectacular musical performance from Katherine Jenkins, who performs Heroes; and mind magic from Colin Cloud. As well as all of this, Robbie Savage plays Send To All, where Michael sends a text message to Robbie's phone book. At the end of the show, Michael gives an unsuspecting florist her moment in the spotlight, in the unmissable 'Unexpected Star'.

The Funny Thing About...
Episode 1 - KidsAn uproariously silly and sometimes insightful guide to children, including how to make them, how not to break them and how to spin them round in an office chair.

Dodo
Series 1, Episode 19 - Bad SportJoe Connolly is on a losing streak. With Sports Day fast approaching, he needs to avoid losing again at all costs.