Television
TV schedule Monday 18th December 2023
Guessable?
Series 1, Episode 7Konnie Huq, Hal Cruttenden, Aisling Bea and Nathan Caton join team captains Alan Davies and Darren Harriott.
Minder
Series 8, Episode 1 - The Loneliness Of The Long Distance EntrepreneurAfter Terry's departure, Arthur takes on his nephew Ray to help with his new business - importing cars from Europe.
Dodo
Series 1, Episode 6 - BitsJoe Connolly is going to the dentist while everyone else at school is learning about their bits - how will Joe ever catch up?
Dodo
Series 1, Episode 3 - Forever ElevenIt is Joe Connolly's 12th birthday and he can't wait for everyone at school to know, until he learns about the school tradition of birthday beats.
Mr Bean
A selection of four episodes from the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
Terry Pratchett's Going Postal
Episode 1It all takes place in Ankh-Morpork, a powerful city-state based on the historical yet modern settings of New York City and London. Moist von Lipwig is the protagonist of the story. He is a skilled con artist who was going to be hanged for his crimes, but saved at the very last moment by Patrician Havelock Vetinari.
Shaun The Sheep
Adventures From Mossy Bottom, Episode 6 - CSI MossyShaun and Bitzer hunt for a whistle thief on the farm.
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 16 - There's Something About ScarlettMoments after landing himself a date with Scarlett Johamster, Danger Mouse and the Professor pounce on Penfold with conflicting advice on how to woo his new world-famous love interest.
The Two Ronnies
A selection of three episodes of classic sketches by Barker and Corbett.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 42 - Dozing DennisDennis was up most of the night and can barely stay awake. Gnasher and the gang work hard to help steer dozing Dennis through the day, when all he wants to do is continue to dream about battling Zombie-Spiders.
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 24 - The Valley Of Balls, KazakhstanThe Go Jetters travel to the Valley of Balls in Kazakhstan, where they find thousands of rocks which are almost perfectly round. Meanwhile, Grandmaster Glitch is seeking the ideal ball to use to practice his bowling - something big and heavy.
Never The Twain
Series 10, Episode 1 - X Marks The SpotWhen Simon decides to stand as a candidate in the local council election, he assumes that he can count on the vote of his friend and neighbour - but can he? Evidently not because Oliver Smallbridge has plans of his own!
Never The Twain
Series 10, Episode 2 - S.W.A.L.K.Oliver is surprised to finds that Simon has a secret pen pal, and Simon is even more surprised when he meets her for the first time.
Terry Pratchett's Going Postal
Episode 2The adventure continues as Moist attempts to introduce postage stamps to Ankh-Morpork, Reacher Gilt sets a banshee assassin on the unsuspecting Postmaster and Gilt finds himself face to face with the Patrician. All is not well in Ankh-Morpork.
Twirlywoos
Series 4, Episode 10 - More About Going OverThe Twirlywoos are in a field with an obstacle course.
Still Open All Hours
Pilot, Episode 1 - Still Open All HoursGranville attempts to get a date with old flame Mavis without her terrifying sister Madge finding out; Leroy shuns the old delivery bike and finds an altogether more attractive way to deliver the orders; and a sneaky new plan to shift a lot of anchovy paste has some rather surprising side effects.
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of Christmas specials from Britain's longest-running sitcom.
Sooty
Series 2, Episode 18 - FireworksIts fireworks night at the park, but Sooty, Sweep and Soo can't afford to go. Sooty decides to sell Curry soup and things soon hot up.
Horrible Histories
Series 4, Episode 9King Edward III gets married on a building site, Julius Caesar reveals his not very secret tips on hiding baldness, we learn the tricks of the criminal trade on the Real Victorian Hustle, and we meet Renaissance Italy's most corrupt family - the Borgias.
Agatha Raisin
Documentary - AgathalandA one-hour documentary telling the script to screen journey of international hit TV show Agatha Raisin, the crime comedy drama set in the beautiful Cotswolds.
Supertato
Series 2, Episode 17 - Pea RepeatsSupertato is due to receive the Best Hero Award, but Evil Pea decides she should get it. Carrot tells her she needs to defeat herself to win the award.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 47 - Thanks A Minion!Penfold's chances of winning a Sidekickie award are in peril when Stiletto attempts to snatch the prize. Greenback plots to destroy the world with termites, and DM gets overly enthusiastic.
Agatha Raisin
Christmas Special - Kissing Christmas GoodbyeDuring the dark, grey days of early December, the sleuth is obsessed by two things - the looming festivities, and her ex James Lacey. In order to drive the latter from her thoughts, Agatha concentrates on planning the perfect Christmas for her friends, but when there's a poisoning in the village, it's down to her to solve the case before the 25th rolls around.
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.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 2, Episode 11 - Waffle Tries To Be GoodWhen Jess takes Evie for her first school visit, Waffle goes along too - on the condition that he doesn't sing. He tries his best to behave, but it's hard for a Wonder Dog!
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
A selection of episodes from the second series of the animated version of the Beano creation.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Christmas Special - The Father Christmas SuitRichard is full of Christmas spirit but this only threatens to hinder Hyacinth's plans for him to distribute gifts at the Vicar's party for the elderly.
4 O'Clock Club
Series 3, Christmas SpecialSchool may have banned Christmas celebrations, but the kids have other ideas!
The Green Green Grass
Series 3, Special - The Special RelationshipBoycie is asked to turn detective when an unexpected visitor arrives at Winterdown Farm with a secret from the past that, if confirmed, will have massive consequences for one member of the staff.
Supertato
Series 1, Episode 7 - Chilli To The RescueChilli becomes Super Chilli as he tries to be a superhero just like Supertato.
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 52 - Sami Reindeer Herding, NorwayThe Go Jetters are in snowy Norway to learn about the reindeer that are cared for by the local Sami people.
The Zoo
Series 1, Episode 1 - The Big BangIt's the zoo's annual inspection day, and this year it's serious.
The Vicar Of Dibley
2006/2007 Specials, New Year Special - The Vicar In WhiteThe date of the wedding is fast approaching, and the Vicar's delighted to be attending in a dress rather than a dog collar. However, the villagers decide that their gift to the happy couple will be to organise everything for them - something Geri was actually rather looking forward to, thank you!
Birds Of A Feather
Series 9, Episode 6 - Holy GroundAn unexpected letter prompts Sharon and Tracey to visit Ireland to hear a will being read and Dorien, who has just bought an Irish racehorse, decides to go too.
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 2 - The Admirable PenfoldThe greatest secret agent and his clumsy sidekick continue their fight against Baron Greenback.
Ricky & Ralf's Very Northern Road Trip
Episode 2The duo explore the beauty of Cumbria's Lakes, taking in some of the most famously breath-taking scenery in the British Isles.
After Ever After
Jack And The Beanstalk, Christmas Special - Jack And The Beanstalk: After Ever AfterAnother tale of what happens after happily ever after, this time looking into what happened after Jack felled the giant beanstalk and defeated the giant.
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of Christmas specials from Britain's longest-running sitcom.
Trust Morecambe & Wise...
Episode 1 - Culture And SophisticationLenny Henry is joined by guests including Glenda Jackson and Hugh Dennis to reveal how Morecambe & Wise can tell us all we need to know about being cultured and sophisticated.
Supertato
Series 2, Episode 15 - The Throne ThiefSupertato, Carrot, Broccoli and Chilli are playing when, suddenly, they hear a scream and discover an upset Evil Pea in her freezer. Her throne has been stolen! Who would do such a thing?
Minder
Series 8, Episode 2 - A Bouquet Of Barbed WineArthur enters the wine trade with a 1991 vintage supplied by the Brithers of the Blessed Bidolph - a monastic order living near the A2.
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 25 - Gliding, ArgentinaThe Go Jet cadets are taking to the skies in Argentina in an attempt to pass their academy gliding test.
After Ever After
Cinderella, Christmas Special - Cinderella: After Ever AfterCinderella has just married her Prince Charming, but soon has a rude awakening when she realises married life isn't all it's cracked up to be when you have an image-obsessed, floss-dancing, hip-hop rapping husband.
Only Fools And Horses
Christmas Special - Fatal ExtractionDel has tired of being the dutiful father and his relationship with Raquel is showing the strain. He ventures to see whether he can still pull the birds when he chances to meet a divorced woman at the dentists and soon wishes he'd kept his mouth firmly shut.
Rob And Romesh Vs
Christmas Special - LaplandRob Beckett and Romesh Ranganathan head to Lapland for Christmas, where they try their luck at a range of festive-themed tasks featuring elves, reindeer, magic and Santa Claus to see if there's one activity that they have the Christmas spirit for.
4 O'Clock Club
Series 8, Christmas Special - Christmas PastChristmas is coming, but there isn't much in the way of cheer at the flat or at school.
A League Of Their Own
Series 18, Christmas SpecialIn this Christmas special, Romesh and the gang are joined in the studio for festive fun and games by Manchester United and French International legend Patrice Evra as well as award-winning comedian Rob Beckett. Together, the gang make a special visit to Brentford FC to cook up a Christmas lunch for the players...
TV Flashback
Series 8, Episode 6 - Gardens And Open SpacesWe love the great outdoors in Wales, from running through the fields to planting a row of potatoes, being in the open air is one of our favourite things to do. Kiri Pritchard-McLean digs through the TV archives to find the best clips about our gardens and outdoor spaces.
Dad's Army: The Animations
Episode 4 - The Animated Christmas SpecialsIn these two shorts (from Christmas Day 1968 and Christmas Day 1970), Captain Mainwaring drills his platoon in physical fitness and assembles a choir to entertain the troops.
The Vicar Of Dibley
2004/2005 Specials, Christmas Special - Merry ChristmasIt's been 10 years since Geraldine arrived in Dibley, and the villagers set out to celebrate in ways that only they could dream of. A lingerie model, chocolate fountain, copious amounts of wine and the Archbishop of Canterbury make this a Christmas to remember!
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Christmas Special - The Father Christmas SuitRichard is full of Christmas spirit but this only threatens to hinder Hyacinth's plans for him to distribute gifts at the Vicar's party for the elderly.
Click & Collect
Christmas comedy in which mismatched neighbours are thrown together on a 300-mile road trip.
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.
To The Manor Born
Series 1, Christmas SpecialIt's Audrey's first Christmas outside of Grantleigh, and Mrs fforbes-Hamilton is feeling rather hard-done-by with DeVere having inherited most of her traditional festive duties.
The Royle Family
Series 2, Christmas SpecialIt's Christmas, and Denise is just about ready to pop. As the family begin to disperse from the Royles' after the customary meal, their world looks set to change forever.
Evil Genius With Russell Kane
Episode 5 - Richard NixonMaisie Adam, Desiree Burch and Miles Jupp help Russell decide whether US President Richard Nixon was actually, in fact, a crook. 'Tricky Dicky' was forced from office in 1974 in the wake of the Watergate scandal.
QI
Series U, Christmas Special - All I Want For Christmas Is USandi Toksvig is joined by Eshaan Akbar, Jo Brand, Jimmy Carr, and Alan Davies for a festive special. They'll uncover Santa Claus' whereabouts, why horses make excellent party guests, and why there always seems to be room for Christmas pudding - plus Sandi showcases her super-cool, cutting-edge hidden talent.
QI
A selection of four episodes from the world's cleverest and most interesting panel game.
'Allo 'Allo!
Series 2, Christmas Special - The Gâteau From The ChâteauGeneral Von Klinkerhoffen's control over the town is beginning to be felt, and no one is happy; not the resistance, nor the army, and certainly not the gestapo. But with the help of drugs, poison darts and exploding confectionery, one party must be able to stop him - right?
Leo Reich: Literally Who Cares?!
Leo Reich's performs his first solo stand-up comedy special which pokes fun at the language and culture of Gen Z.
Andrew Mensah's Stand-Up Kickabout
Episode 2 - Sheffield FC - The World's First Football ClubThis is where football started back in 1857. Without Sheffield FC we would never have had Pele, Messi or Crouchy. Andrew meets the chairman, Richard Tims, to find out about the birth of club football and how Sheffield FC were responsible for creating some of the rules we still play today. Andrew then takes on Benni Ndlovu, Sheffield FC's star forward, in a set of challenges based on the first rules of the game.
Live At The Apollo
Series 18, Christmas Special - Noel At The Apollo: Tom Allen, Thanyia Moore, Lloyd GriffithIn this special festive edition of the award-winning show, Tom Allen plays host in front of a packed audience and welcomes Thanyia Moore and Lloyd Griffith to the stage.
Mrs. Brown's Boys
Christmas 2016, New Year Special - Chez MammyCathy has a new, French boyfriend. He doesn't make the best first impression, which might be an issue if he is to survive meeting Mrs Brown.
The Scotts
Series 3, Episode 5Laura is thrilled to be throwing a murder mystery party. Everyone in the family embraces role play - Jason's a butler, Vonny's a maid and Darren's a genius. Before too long, the secrets pour out and this night of enjoyable escapism has everybody at each other's throats.
Mrs. Brown's Boys
Christmas 2012, Christmas Special - Mammy ChristmasWith the festive season fast approaching, Agnes Brown finds herself facing her busiest Christmas yet.
Billy Connolly: Made In Scotland
Episode 1In British comedy there is a line in the sand - and that line is Billy Connolly. Before he found fame on an international level, British comedy was an end of the pier kind of affair. But through sheer talent and force of personality Connolly ploughed a different, and deeply personal yet universal, approach to comedy - and in doing so he changed the face of British comedy forever.
People Just Do Nothing
Series 3, Episode 1 - DubplateThe Kurupt FM boys decide it is time to make a new track. They hire a studio and get to work, but will an hour be enough time? Meanwhile, Miche looks for a wedding venue, keen to book something as soon as possible, and Chabuddy G makes preparations for his date.
Michael McIntyre: Live & Laughing
A TV broadcast of Michael McIntyre's sell-out 2008 stand-up show which cemented the comic's status as one of the UK's top stand-up stars.
Jim Smith Live From Perth
Comic farmer Jim Smith performs in his home town.
A League Of Their Own
Series 18, Out-takes - UnseenA look back at the best unseen moments from the 18th series, featuring regulars Romesh Ranganathan, Jill Scott and Jamie Redknapp.
People Just Do Nothing
Series 3, Episode 2 - Record DealWith Chabuddy G as their music mogul Manager, Kurupt FM attempt to get a record deal. In need of a pay rise to pay for the upcoming wedding, Miche needs to pass a hairdressing test and decides to enlist the help of Steves as her hair model. Beats attends an expectant parents course.
The Royle Family
Series 3, Christmas Special - The Royle Family At ChristmasIt's Christmas Day, and Baby David's first birthday. It's also the Royles' first opportunity to meet Emma's parents, who leave Jim with a sour taste in the mouth. However, an unexpected present soon puts a smile back on his hairy face.
Billy Connolly: Made In Scotland
Episode 2This final installment of two one hour specials, finds Billy back in the Scotland of his childhood, where he reveals that knitted woolly swimming trunks were not a figment of his imagination.
Christmas Comedy Club With Lost Voice Guy
2022 SpecialThe 2018 Britain's Got Talent winner returns with his second Christmas special, treating the audience to his unique brand of comedy and introducing further festive cheer from fellow stand-ups Josie Long, Dara O Briain, ventriloquist Paul Zerdin and rapper and comedian Abandoman.
Click & Collect
Christmas comedy in which mismatched neighbours are thrown together on a 300-mile road trip.
Kevin Bridges: A Whole Different Story
Scottish stand-up Kevin Bridges performs in this TV edit of his 2015 show.
Miranda
Series 2, Episode 6 - The Perfect ChristmasMiranda tries to have the perfect Christmas in the final episode of the comedy series but, with a mum and dad like hers, it's not easy.
Have I Got News For You
Series 66, Episode 10Writer and broadcaster Kirsty Young takes up the reins as host. Writer and director Armando Iannucci and comedian Phil Wang join team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop to poke fun at the week's headlines.
Would I Lie To You?
Christmas Special - Would I Lie To You? At ChristmasChristopher Eccleston, Sophie Willan, Guz Khan and Gloria Hunniford join David Mitchell and Lee Mack for the game show, trying to hoodwink their opponents with festive fibs or facts about themselves. Whose family hold a festive sweepstake to decide what time they will fall asleep on Christmas Day? Did one of the ex-teacher panellists really play walk-on music to impress the pupils when they entered the classroom? Rob Brydon hosts the festive fun.
Mock The Week
Series 17, Episode 3Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis examine another week's news from around the globe in the company of guests James Acaster, Tom Allen, Ari Eldjarn, Ed Gamble and Ellie Taylor.
Have I Got News For You
Series 66, Episode 10Writer and broadcaster Kirsty Young takes up the reins as host. Writer and director Armando Iannucci and comedian Phil Wang join team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop to poke fun at the week's headlines.
Plebs
Series 2, Episode 7 - The PhallusThe boys bump into old school friend Fabianus, who is now a hot shot lawyer living the high life in Rome. Through him, Stylax reconnects with old flame Cordelia. Meanwhile, Grumio finds something unusual hiding in their wardrobe.
Two Doors Down
Christmas SpecialTwo Doors Down takes viewers on a Christmas getaway as the neighbours head off on a rare trip away from Latimer Crescent. But a Christmas holiday break at Colin and Cathy's luxury lodge in the Scottish Highlands threatens to derail the neighbours' friendship when Cathy pushes Beth too far.
Have I Got News For You
Series 66, Episode 10Writer and broadcaster Kirsty Young takes up the reins as host. Writer and director Armando Iannucci and comedian Phil Wang join team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop to poke fun at the week's headlines.
The Graham Norton Show
Series 31, Episode 11 - Imelda Staunton, Ncuti Gatwa, Jamie Dornan, Jack Lowden, Gregory PorterImelda Staunton says she was inconsolable when The Queen died, Jamie Dornan talks about doing his own stunts, Jack Lowden reveals an unlikely passion, Ncuti Gatwa says the Whovians have found him, and Gregory Porter performs live in the studio.
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.
James Acaster - Cold Lasagne Hate Myself 1999
A recording of James Acaster's 2019 tour show.
Reginald D Hunter Live
TV broadcast of Reginald D Hunter's 2011 stand-up DVD.
Plebs
Series 2, Episode 8 - The RaceMarcus is stressed because the girls will soon be deported unless they raise 3,000 denarii. Stylax suggests they bet their savings on him winning an underground chariot race. Grumio visits Landlord in prison through a sewage pipe.
The Vicar Of Dibley
2004/2005 Specials, Christmas Special - Merry ChristmasIt's been 10 years since Geraldine arrived in Dibley, and the villagers set out to celebrate in ways that only they could dream of. A lingerie model, chocolate fountain, copious amounts of wine and the Archbishop of Canterbury make this a Christmas to remember!
The Graham Norton Show
Series 31, Episode 11 - Imelda Staunton, Ncuti Gatwa, Jamie Dornan, Jack Lowden, Gregory PorterImelda Staunton says she was inconsolable when The Queen died, Jamie Dornan talks about doing his own stunts, Jack Lowden reveals an unlikely passion, Ncuti Gatwa says the Whovians have found him, and Gregory Porter performs live in the studio.
The Emily Atack Show
Series 3, Episode 1The return of the show featuring comedy sketches, stand-up and impressions, with Christine Lampard getting her wrists slapped by ITV's straight-talking HR officer.
Never Mind The Buzzcocks
Series 31, Christmas SpecialGreg, Daisy, Noel and Jamali are making some Christmas noise in this special edition of the music-based panel show, with the gang joined by big-collared funnyman Harry Hill, Little Mix superstar Leigh-Anne Pinnock, and Kaiser Chiefs frontman and Yorkshire Tea enthusiast Ricky Wilson. Plus, there's special appearances from 100% of DJ Luck and MC Neat, two fifths of 5ive, two sevenths of The Wurzels, and one half of Blazin' Squad's remaining squad.
Outsiders
Series 1, Episode 3It's the Outsiders' third day living together in the wild. The competition is hotting up as the teams compete for three new badges - camouflage, inventing a camp flag, and composing an anthem, while David Mitchell hovers over proceedings.
Minder
Series 7, Episode 4 - The Last Video ShowA video implicating two senior police officers is mistakenly returned to Daley Videos.
Mrs. Brown's Boys
Christmas 2016, New Year Special - Chez MammyCathy has a new, French boyfriend. He doesn't make the best first impression, which might be an issue if he is to survive meeting Mrs Brown.
Rhod Gilbert's Growing Pains
Series 5, Episode 1The return of the panel show in which celebrities revisit their teenage years, with James Buckley, Guz Khan and Rachel Parris joining Rhod on the first edition.
Live At The Apollo
Series 13, Episode 4 - Henning Wehn, Lucy Porter, Guz KhanIn this episode, the eccentric Henning Wehn introduces to the stage the delightful Lucy Porter and the hilarious Guz Khan.
Chris Ramsey: Just Happy To Get Out Of The House
Stand-up show from Newcastle comic Chris Ramsey.
Mrs. Brown's Boys
Christmas 2012, Christmas Special - Mammy ChristmasWith the festive season fast approaching, Agnes Brown finds herself facing her busiest Christmas yet.
People Just Do Nothing
Series 3, Episode 1 - DubplateThe Kurupt FM boys decide it is time to make a new track. They hire a studio and get to work, but will an hour be enough time? Meanwhile, Miche looks for a wedding venue, keen to book something as soon as possible, and Chabuddy G makes preparations for his date.
People Just Do Nothing
Series 3, Episode 2 - Record DealWith Chabuddy G as their music mogul Manager, Kurupt FM attempt to get a record deal. In need of a pay rise to pay for the upcoming wedding, Miche needs to pass a hairdressing test and decides to enlist the help of Steves as her hair model. Beats attends an expectant parents course.
Andrew Mensah's Stand-Up Kickabout
Episode 2 - Sheffield FC - The World's First Football ClubThis is where football started back in 1857. Without Sheffield FC we would never have had Pele, Messi or Crouchy. Andrew meets the chairman, Richard Tims, to find out about the birth of club football and how Sheffield FC were responsible for creating some of the rules we still play today. Andrew then takes on Benni Ndlovu, Sheffield FC's star forward, in a set of challenges based on the first rules of the game.
Never The Twain
Series 8, Episode 5 - Moving OnProud grandparents Simon and Oliver become worried when David and Lyn think about moving again, just when the antique dealers are becoming used to having them around. They will especially miss their young grandson, so the pair plot to keep their family with them.
Never The Twain
Series 8, Episode 6 - It's A Long Way To Friern BarnetWhen Simon and Oliver try to outdo each other in the battle to provide Lyn and David with everything they need in their new home, they are sure to cause problems.