TV schedule for 20th March 2024 (full list)

6:15am (repeat)

Minder

Series 3, Episode 7 - The Birdman Of Wormwood Scrubs

Ex-con Ernie leaves prison after fourteen years with a quarter of a million stashed away in a bank. Enter the ever-helpful Arthur.

7am (repeat)

Shaun The Sheep

Series 2, Episode 8 - Bagpipe Buddy

The sheep discover a set of bagpipes on the rubbish dump which they immediately misidentify as a sick emu. They set about trying to nurse it back to health before releasing it back into the wild.

7:10am (repeat)

Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Another barber shop chain, Short n Curlies, is looking to open a branch in Peckham, and the owner approaches Desmond with a buy-out proposal. He's sorely tempted, but wants to explore other avenues before making his decision...

7:10am (repeat)

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 39 - The Cute Shall Inherit The Earth

A CATastrophe hits earth and only DM can stop things from getting too hairy when cute kittens begin replacing humans.

7:20am (repeat)

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 5 - Escape From Azkabash

Dennis must escape detention and Bash Street School to make the Beanotown Brawny Bean Race before Walter wins it. With the help of a note placed in his desk, he must sneak past Mrs Creecher and make a run for it - unless the mysterious note giver stops him first.

7:35am (repeat)

Desmond's

Series 1, Episode 3 - Expansion Plans

Looking to improve the shop's efficiency and profits, Michael hires a junior stylist. At first, Desmond doesn't take too kindly to what he sees as his "replacement" - but perhaps the young man isn't too bad, really.

7:35am (repeat)

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 33 - Easter Island, Chile

When the Grimbots build their own Easter Island statue, it collapses and threatens the ancient Moai statues.

8am (repeat)

The Green Green Grass

Series 2, Episode 5 - Schoolboy French

The circle of life comes knocking at the Boyces' door with Tyler's French exchange student and a past love from Peckham sheds new light on old memories.

8:35am (repeat)

Horrible Histories

Series 10, Special - NHS 75th Birthday Special

How did the NHS come into being? When was the first kidney transplant? Is half a chicken actually a cure for anything? Find out as comedian and former psychiatric nurse Jo Brand joins Rattus to host a special episode in honour of the NHS's 75th birthday.

8:40am (repeat)

My Hero

Series 4, Episode 10 - Time And Time Again

Groundhog Day meets Back To The Future as George and Arnie travel back in time to stop seven-year-old Janet from breaking her arm in a tree-climbing accident. Unfortunately their interference in the space-time continuum has catastrophic consequences in the future/present.

9am (repeat)

Michael McIntyre's Big Show

Series 4, Episode 5

Strictly's very own Anton Du Beke hands over his phone for Send To All, and Love Islanders Dani Dyer and Samira Mighty help surprise the latest Unexpected Star as the Theatre Royal is turned into a cinema. Gino D'Acampo gets a rude awakening when he becomes the first celebrity to play The Midnight Gameshow and there's music from pop superstar Cheryl.

9:20am (repeat)

Are You Being Served?

Series 2, Episode 4 - Big Brother

CCTV is installed on the floor, supposedly to keep an eye out for shoplifters - but Mr. Rumbold soon finds himself peeping on the staff's every action instead.

9:35am (repeat)

Twirlywoos

Series 3, Episode 2 - More About Round And Round

The Twirlywoos find themselves in an office. Thy spin the office chairs round and round.

9:40am (repeat)

Millie Inbetween

Series 1, Episode 8 - Boy Band

Lauren's favourite band are planning a secret gig, and she abandons her previous plans of going to the cinema with Millie in favour of seeing the Temper Hearts - taking Amber with her. Feeling left out, Millie and Dad try to make some of their own plans, but things just aren't the same without Lauren and Amber. Mum tries to get Craig to share some family time and soon regrets it.

10am (repeat)

Open All Hours

Series 3, Episode 1 - "An Errand Boy By The Ear"

Arkwright's baffled when his customers get upset with his treatment of Granville. Surely, "it's what errand boys are for".

10:25am (repeat)

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 17 - Chocco Chimp

The prizes have disappeared from Mr Slater's new crazy golf course, and Richard is puzzled. Then the famous detectives Sherlock Sooty and Doctor Watsit are called in to investigate - and set a trap to catch the thief. Guest starring Matthew Corbett.

10:40am (repeat)

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 17, Christmas Special - A Leg Up For Christmas

Howard faces a memorable Christmas when he asks Foggy to act as his physical trainer.

11am (repeat)

Supertato

Series 1, Episode 7 - Chilli To The Rescue

Chilli becomes Super Chilli as he tries to be a superhero just like Supertato.

11:10am (repeat)

Our Girl Friday

An heiress is shipwrecked on a tropical island paradise with three men and it isn't long before they notice her rather obvious charms.

12pm (repeat)

The Green Green Grass

Series 2, Episode 5 - Schoolboy French

The circle of life comes knocking at the Boyces' door with Tyler's French exchange student and a past love from Peckham sheds new light on old memories.

12:10pm (repeat)

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 4 - Rainforests Of Sumatra, Indonesia

When Grandmaster Glitch invents the world's most pungent perfume, he finds he needs one more ingredient: the super stinky aroma of the titan arum, a huge flower that blooms once every few years in the rainforests of Sumatra.

12:25pm (repeat)

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 14 - Roll Of The Mice

The last thing DM would normally want to do is play a boring board game, but when one arrives in the post, it releases knockout gas and he's surprised to wake up in the town of Greenback.

12:35pm (repeat)

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 15 - Gold Flinger

Quark tricks Danger Mouse into transporting a ticking timebomb back to earth.

12:40pm (repeat)

My Hero

Series 4, Episode 10 - Time And Time Again

Groundhog Day meets Back To The Future as George and Arnie travel back in time to stop seven-year-old Janet from breaking her arm in a tree-climbing accident. Unfortunately their interference in the space-time continuum has catastrophic consequences in the future/present.

1pm (repeat)

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 4, Episode 8 - Waffle's Homework

Waffle's forgotten to do his homework, and Mr Nolan decides if he can continue as a pupil.

1:10pm (repeat)

Supertato

Series 1, Episode 1 - Tato Tower Takeover

Evil Pea takes over the Tato Tower HQ and uses Carrot's new security system to keep Supertato out. Supertato and Carrot work on a cunning ice cream plan to sneak back in.

1:20pm (repeat)

Open All Hours

Series 3, Episode 1 - "An Errand Boy By The Ear"

Arkwright's baffled when his customers get upset with his treatment of Granville. Surely, "it's what errand boys are for".

1:20pm (repeat)

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 49 - Puppy Love

There's a new tripe hound in Beanotown, and Gnasher falls head over paws in love with her. Bertie is looking after the visiting dog Ginger, and is determined to keep her away from riff-raff like Gnasher.

2pm (repeat)

Monarch Of The Glen

Series 6, Episode 10

Comedy drama set in the Scottish Highlands, based on the comic novels of Compton Mackenzie.

2pm (repeat)

Dad's Army

Series 4, Episode 10 - The Test

Hodges challenges the Home Guard to a game of cricket, but what Mainwaring does not know is that Hodges is getting a professional to play for the ARP. Of course, Hodges might not need his star ringer if Mainwaring's poor skills are anything to go by.

2:10pm (repeat)

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 7 - The World Wide Spider

Danger Mouse has to face his only fear when Penfold accidentally wakes a gigantic World Wide Spider.

2:30pm (repeat)

Supertato

Series 1, Episode 22 - Carrot The Champion

Evil Pea captures Supertato, but Carrot masters the ultimate flip kick and rescues her.

2:40pm (repeat)

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 3, Episode 2 - Winter

It's Christmas - not to mention the turn of the Millennium - in Dibley, and the Vicar is determined to put on a festive show that will be talked about for years. With Hugo, Frank and Owen in charge, they don't get off to a good start, but plans for a special live nativity, with the actually pregnant Alice as Mary, are soon being made.

3pm (repeat)

Guessable?

Series 3, Episode 3 - Darren And The Funny One From Friends

Sara Pascoe and team captains Alan Davies and Darren Harriott welcome guests Shaun Ryder, Nick Helm, Sindhu Vee and Melvin Odoom into the loft to play guessing games.

3pm (repeat)

Lovejoy

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Axeman Cometh

Lovejoy is being relentlessly hunted by more than just a tax inspector, when he thinks he has struck pure gold.

3:20pm (repeat)

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 1 - Dark Dawn

Pink Dawn's henchman teddy bear Snuggles is on an angry rampage. He is zapping cuddly toys, bringing them to life as rage-filled criminals.

3:30pm (repeat)

Shaun The Sheep

Adventures From Mossy Bottom, Episode 10 - Prize Porker

A pig tricks the whole farm into thinking he's a champion.

3:40pm (repeat)

Are You Being Served?

Series 2, Episode 4 - Big Brother

CCTV is installed on the floor, supposedly to keep an eye out for shoplifters - but Mr. Rumbold soon finds himself peeping on the staff's every action instead.

3:40pm (repeat)

Minder

Series 3, Episode 8 - The Son Also Rises

Terry is employed to look after the son of a crooked property tycoon whose shady past has caught up with him.

4:15pm (repeat)

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 17, Christmas Special - A Leg Up For Christmas

Howard faces a memorable Christmas when he asks Foggy to act as his physical trainer.

4:40pm (repeat)

Supertato

Series 1, Episode 2 - Evil Pea's Big Freeze

Evil 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.

5:15pm (repeat)

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 1, Episode 8 - Training Waffle

Evie, Doug, Jess and Gramps take Waffle to his first puppy training class. Waffle can't resist causing chaos. Simon stays at home to look for his missing sock.

5:20pm (repeat)

Terry & June

Series 8, Episode 1 - Many A Slip

Terry tries to ingratiate himself with his boss by volunteering June's services as tea-maker to the company cricket team.

5:40pm (repeat)

Open All Hours

Series 3, Episode 1 - "An Errand Boy By The Ear"

Arkwright's baffled when his customers get upset with his treatment of Granville. Surely, "it's what errand boys are for".

6pm (repeat)

As Time Goes By

Series 8, Episode 2 - Animal Magnetism

Jean takes a fancy to a long haired character who only has eyes for Lionel. Alistair invites Judith to a do at the Venezuelan embassy.

6pm
25 min

So Awkward Academy

Special - School Website

Lily, Claire, Jin, Mr Malone and Miss Marmaduke showcase the questionable delights of Cranmede Academy.

6:20pm (repeat)

Gavin & Stacey

Series 2, Episode 6

Gavin 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?

6:40pm (repeat)

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 7, Episode 4 - Cheering Up Ludovic

Clegg is given the job of test driving Ludovic's new van.

7pm (repeat)

Dad's Army

Series 4, Episode 10 - The Test

Hodges challenges the Home Guard to a game of cricket, but what Mainwaring does not know is that Hodges is getting a professional to play for the ARP. Of course, Hodges might not need his star ringer if Mainwaring's poor skills are anything to go by.

7:20pm (repeat)

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 7, Episode 5 - The Three Astaires

The trio take part in a church concert, and just might get a chance to show off their showbiz credentials.

7:40pm (repeat)

Dad's Army

Series 4, Episode 11 - A. Wilson (Manager)?

Captain Mainwaring is horrified to learn that Wilson has not just been made the manager of his own branch of the bank, but that he has been promoted to Second Lieutenant of the Eastgate platoon.

8pm (repeat)

There's Something About Movies

Series 1, Episode 6

Whose film knowledge is five-star and whose will end up on the cutting room floor? Alan Carr tests Alice Eve, Rafe Spall, Tom Davis and Guz Khan.

8pm (repeat)

Painting Birds With Jim And Nancy Moir

Series 1, Episode 3 - Kent

Jim and Nancy are joined by music legend Jools Holland and local artist David Hunt as they travel to Kent to paint the stunning long-eared owl.

8:20pm (repeat)

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 3, Episode 3 - Spring

Spring's on the way, and the Vicar has just about managed to get Alice and Hugo to agree to a reasonably sensible name for their baby. That means that the Christening can finally take place - but first, David has romance, and Geraldine, squarely on his mind.

8:20pm (repeat)

Would I Lie To You?

Series 8, Episode 5

Lee Mack and David Mitchell are joined by Rhod Gilbert, Kelly Hoppen MBE, Carol Vorderman and Hal Cruttenden.

9pm (repeat)

Michael McIntyre's Big Show

Series 4, Episode 5

Strictly's very own Anton Du Beke hands over his phone for Send To All, and Love Islanders Dani Dyer and Samira Mighty help surprise the latest Unexpected Star as the Theatre Royal is turned into a cinema. Gino D'Acampo gets a rude awakening when he becomes the first celebrity to play The Midnight Gameshow and there's music from pop superstar Cheryl.

9pm
60 min version (repeat)

QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Joe Lycett, Sandi Toksvig, Hannah Gadsby, Noel Fielding. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series P, Episode 6 - Pictures

With Noel Fielding, Joe Lycett and Hannah Gadsby.

9:20pm (repeat)

Gavin & Stacey

Series 2, Episode 7

Stacey 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.

10pm (repeat)

Jack Whitehall Gets Around Live From Wembley Arena

A television broadcast of Whitehall's 2014 DVD-released show, Jack Whitehall Gets Around.

10pm (repeat)

Toast Of London

Series 3, Episode 1 - Over The Moon

Live on chat show Lorraine Toast tells a tale that could not only topple the US Government but also destroy the entire world. Meanwhile, he's got an outdoor production of Macbeth to prepare for.

10pm (repeat)

Live At The Apollo

Series 17, Episode 5 - Geoff Norcott, Michelle De Swarte, Sean McLoughlin

Geoff Norcott is the host for this episode of the award-winning stand-up show. He introduces comedians Michelle De Swarte and Sean McLoughlin to the stage at London's Hammersmith Apollo.

10:30pm
60 min version (repeat)

Live At The Apollo

Series 12, Episode 3 - Gina Yashere, Ellie Taylor, Sam Simmons

In this week's third episode, multi-award winning Gina Yashere hosts as she introduces surreal Australian comedian Sam Simmons and rising comedy star Ellie Taylor to the stage.

10:40pm (repeat)

Boarders

Episode 5

Tensions arise during the school's infamous Carruthers Challenge, but the real danger begins when Carol calls the police after discovering Toby's 'drugs'.

11pm (repeat)

Hold The Front Page

Series 1, Episode 6 - The Scotsman

It's August and the Edinburgh Festival Fringe is in full swing. With thousands of shows all over the city, the boys are given the job of reviewing acts for the paper.

11pm
95 min

Kiri Pritchard-McLean: Home Truths

Expect mischief and glee with a dash of deliciously dark humour, all coming together with a social conscience in Kiri's love letter to Wales.

11pm (repeat)

Taskmaster

Series 6, Episode 3 - One Warm Prawn

The five comedians take a nostalgic trip to childhood as they are compelled to taste-test some mystery baby food, among other odd tasks. As usual, they are judged harshly by Taskmaster Greg Davies, who is aided by resident stats geek, Alex Horne. Plus, Russell Howard presents a nightmarish fairy tale and Liza Tarbuck introduces a plastic lizard to a cordless drill.

11:10pm (repeat)

Boarders

Episode 5

Tensions arise during the school's infamous Carruthers Challenge, but the real danger begins when Carol calls the police after discovering Toby's 'drugs'.

11:25pm (repeat)

Boarders

Episode 6

A rebellion brews as Bernard cracks down to make sure the fundraiser runs smoothly. Jaheim is made an offer he can't refuse and must decide where his loyalties lie.

11:30pm (repeat)

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 3, Episode 3 - Spring

Spring's on the way, and the Vicar has just about managed to get Alice and Hugo to agree to a reasonably sensible name for their baby. That means that the Christening can finally take place - but first, David has romance, and Geraldine, squarely on his mind.

11:55pm (repeat)

Boarders

Episode 6

A rebellion brews as Bernard cracks down to make sure the fundraiser runs smoothly. Jaheim is made an offer he can't refuse and must decide where his loyalties lie.

Midnight (repeat)

Fantasy Football League

Series 2, Episode 7

Matt Lucas and Elis James host the comedy chat show, with cricketer Stuart Broad and darts player Luke Littler the guest managers joining to talk about the week in football and share their fantasy teams.

Midnight (repeat)

Mel Giedroyc: Unforgivable

Series 4, Episode 2

Mel and Lou are joined by Joel Dommett, Omid Djalili and Lindsey Santoro. Joel confesses his dastardly behaviour as his wife gave birth and Omid reveals how he upset Gwyneth Paltrow.

12:10am (repeat)

Things You Should Have Done

Episode 5 - Do Something For Someone/Anyone

Chi organises a family camping holiday to help Karen relax, since she was 'diagnosed uptight' and told she's unlikely to get pregnant if she doesn't lower her blood pressure.

12:30am (repeat)

Gavin & Stacey

Series 2, Episode 7

Stacey 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.

12:30am (repeat)

Don't Hate The Playaz

Series 4, Episode 3

Jordan Stephens is joined by guests So Solid Crew, Jamie Laing, Zeze Millz and Miraa May along with team captains Maya Jama and Lady Leshurr.

12:35am (repeat)

Brassic

Series 2, Episode 5 - The Festival

Ordered by McCann to sell all the weed they have grown, the lads decide to throw a music festival in Jim's field.

12:40am (repeat)

Lovejoy

Series 1, Episode 2 - The Axeman Cometh

Lovejoy is being relentlessly hunted by more than just a tax inspector, when he thinks he has struck pure gold.

12:40am (repeat)

Things You Should Have Done

Episode 5 - Do Something For Someone/Anyone

Chi organises a family camping holiday to help Karen relax, since she was 'diagnosed uptight' and told she's unlikely to get pregnant if she doesn't lower her blood pressure.

12:40am (repeat)

Things You Should Have Done

Episode 6 - Get Out Of Kent

Chi looks to start a new life with Michelle in Spain, finally accepting (kind of) that she's a burden to her auntie Karen.

12:45am (repeat)

Out Of Order

Episode 4

Out Of Order is a game show all about judgements and first impressions. Host Rosie Jones is joined by team captains Katherine Ryan and Judi Love, plus Ivo Graham & Emmanuel Sonubi.

1am (repeat)

Would I Lie To You?

Series 8, Episode 5

Lee Mack and David Mitchell are joined by Rhod Gilbert, Kelly Hoppen MBE, Carol Vorderman and Hal Cruttenden.

1:10am (repeat)

Toast Of London

Series 3, Episode 1 - Over The Moon

Live on chat show Lorraine Toast tells a tale that could not only topple the US Government but also destroy the entire world. Meanwhile, he's got an outdoor production of Macbeth to prepare for.

1:10am (repeat)

Things You Should Have Done

Episode 6 - Get Out Of Kent

Chi looks to start a new life with Michelle in Spain, finally accepting (kind of) that she's a burden to her auntie Karen.

1:15am (repeat)

Shopping With Keith Lemon

Series 4, Episode 1 - AJ Odudu & Will Best and Olivia Attwood

Keith Lemon is back to take more famous faces out shopping and other fun activities while having a chat about their life and career. Here he joins forthcoming Big Brother hosts AJ Odudu and Will Best as they go looking for homeware and house plants, followed by a trip to a pet store with reality star Olivia Attwood.

1:25am (repeat)

Things You Should Have Done

Episode 5 - Do Something For Someone/Anyone

Chi organises a family camping holiday to help Karen relax, since she was 'diagnosed uptight' and told she's unlikely to get pregnant if she doesn't lower her blood pressure.

1:30am (repeat)

Boarders

Episode 5

Tensions arise during the school's infamous Carruthers Challenge, but the real danger begins when Carol calls the police after discovering Toby's 'drugs'.

1:35am (repeat)

Rhod Gilbert's Growing Pains

Series 3, Episode 1

The return of the programme in which famous faces revisit their teenage years, with Martine McCutcheon, Asim Chaudhry and Zoe Lyons joining Rhod on the first edition.

1:45am
45 min version (repeat)

Live At The Apollo

Series 12, Episode 3 - Gina Yashere, Ellie Taylor, Sam Simmons

In this week's third episode, multi-award winning Gina Yashere hosts as she introduces surreal Australian comedian Sam Simmons and rising comedy star Ellie Taylor to the stage.

1:45am (repeat)

Minder

Series 3, Episode 4 - Looking For Micky

When Mad Micky goes on the run to protest his innocence, Terry has to look after him and Arthur sees his chance of a scoop.

1:45am (repeat)

Shopping With Keith Lemon

Series 4, Episode 2 - Iain Stirling and Zara Larsson

Keith goes shopping in an Iceland supermarket with comedian Iain Stirling, followed by a trip to a newsagent and an ice bath with Swedish pop star Zara Larsson.

1:55am (repeat)

Things You Should Have Done

Episode 6 - Get Out Of Kent

Chi looks to start a new life with Michelle in Spain, finally accepting (kind of) that she's a burden to her auntie Karen.

2am (repeat)

Rob Beckett's Smart TV

Episode 4

Comedy panel show celebrating the small screen, with Natasia Demetriou, Charlie Cooper, Chris Packham and Natalie Cassidy joining captains Josh Widdicombe and Alison Hammond.

2:15am (repeat)

Boarders

Episode 6

A rebellion brews as Bernard cracks down to make sure the fundraiser runs smoothly. Jaheim is made an offer he can't refuse and must decide where his loyalties lie.

2:20am (repeat)

Hypothetical

Series 4, Episode 2

This week's guests are Dara O Briain, Roisin Conaty, Phil Wang and Ninia Benjamin.

2:30am (repeat)

Desmond's

Series 1, Episode 3 - Expansion Plans

Looking to improve the shop's efficiency and profits, Michael hires a junior stylist. At first, Desmond doesn't take too kindly to what he sees as his "replacement" - but perhaps the young man isn't too bad, really.

2:35am (repeat)

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.

3:05am (repeat)

The Fosters

Series 2, Episode 3 - Give A Little Whistle

After an awful morning with far too many jobs on her plate and demands from the family, Pearl goes to work in a foul mood. A pleasant meal with her boss, however, soon turns the day around.

3:05am (repeat)

Things You Should Have Done

Episode 5 - Do Something For Someone/Anyone

Chi organises a family camping holiday to help Karen relax, since she was 'diagnosed uptight' and told she's unlikely to get pregnant if she doesn't lower her blood pressure.

3:30am (repeat)

Things You Should Have Done

Episode 6 - Get Out Of Kent

Chi looks to start a new life with Michelle in Spain, finally accepting (kind of) that she's a burden to her auntie Karen.

3:35am (repeat)

The Fosters

Series 1, Episode 12 - The Matchmaker

Pearl turns matchmaker when she decides it's high time for her old school friend and neighbour Vilma to remarry. The arrival of Samuel's handsome friend Erroll Burns provides her with an ideal opening.

5:05am (repeat)

On The Beat. Norman Wisdom. Copyright: ITV

Norman Wisdom: A Life

Filmed in 2004, comedy star Norman Wisdom talks to Paul Ross about his Kent roots and career.

5:15am (repeat)

Guessable?

Series 2, Episode 12

Sara Pascoe and the team captains are joined by Catherine Bohart, Kae Kurd, Rhys James and Denise Van Outen.

TV schedule Wednesday 20th March 2024

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