British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Television

TV schedule Thursday 28th March 2024

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 1, Episode 1 - New Faces, Old Hands

It's New Year's Day, and Fletch enters Slade Prison, along with two fellow prisoners, returning resident Heslop and new boy Godber. Fletch introduces Godber to the ways of survival inside - "little victories" over the warders and other staff - although his scheming doesn't quite have the desired effect.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:40pm (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 3, Episode 4 - Sweet Sorrow

The pair are flushed with pride as they dream of their son's golden future, but when Tyler's exam results let him down, it is the staff who provide the key to his career and get him motivated.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Image shows from L to R: Private Godfrey (Arnold Ridley), Lance Corporal Jones (Clive Dunn), Private Walker (James Beck), Captain Mainwaring (Arthur Lowe), Private Frazer (John Laurie), Sergeant Wilson (John Le Mesurier), Private Pike (Ian Lavender)

Dad's Army

Series 5, Episode 4 - Getting The Bird

Jones is running low on meat, but Walker claims that he can get some for him. But surely a massive drop in Trafalgar Square's pigeon population cannot go unnoticed? Meanwhile, Sergeat Wilson has gone AWOL.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Image shows from L to R: Private Godfrey (Arnold Ridley), Lance Corporal Jones (Clive Dunn), Private Walker (James Beck), Captain Mainwaring (Arthur Lowe), Private Frazer (John Laurie), Sergeant Wilson (John Le Mesurier), Private Pike (Ian Lavender)

Dad's Army

Series 5, Episode 5 - The Desperate Drive Of Corporal Jones

When the platoon go on an exercise, Jones and Godfrey make a mistake with the map reference and send half of the men to the wrong spot. The spot that Mainwaring goes to just happens to be the target for some 25-pounders.

U&Dave channel logo 8:20pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Gabby Logan, David Mitchell, Steve Backshall, Rob Brydon, Bob Mortimer, Lee Mack, Katherine Parkinson. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 9, Episode 2

Lee Mack and David Mitchell are joined by Bob Mortimer, Gabby Logan, Katherine Parkinson and Steve Backshall.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Gavin (Mathew Horne), Stacey (Joanna Page), Smithy (James Corden), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Bryn (Rob Brydon), Nessa (Ruth Jones). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 3, Episode 5

It's Bank Holiday Monday and the Essex contingent arrives for a sunny day out at the beach. Doris even puts her sun dress on!

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 9pm
45 min
Rob Beckett's Smart TV. Image shows left to right: Anna Maxwell Martin, Alison Hammond, Romesh Ranganathan, Rob Beckett, Natasia Demetriou, Cush Jumbo, Josh Widdicombe

Rob Beckett's Smart TV

Episode 5

Anna Maxwell-Martin, Cush Jumbo and Romesh Ranganathan join regular Natasia Demetriou and captains Josh Widdicombe and Alison Hammond on the panel show celebrating the small screen.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Rhod Gilbert, Sandi Toksvig, Cally Beaton, Phill Jupitus. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series P, Episode 11 - Potpourri

With Cally Beaton, Phill Jupitus and Rhod Gilbert.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm
60 min
Taskmaster. John Robins

Taskmaster

Series 17, Episode 1 - Grappling With My Life

Joanne McNally, John Robins, Nick Mohammed, Sophie Willan and Steve Pemberton are the formidable five hoping to pass the Taskmaster's muster with their attempts to hunt for patatas, hoopla a gorilla and hug a special friend.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Gavin (Mathew Horne), Stacey (Joanna Page), Smithy (James Corden), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Bryn (Rob Brydon), Nessa (Ruth Jones). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 3, Episode 6

Nessa 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.

BBC Three 9:50pm (repeat)
Quiet Life. Geoffrey (Luke Rollason)

Quiet Life

A silent comedy for the BBC Comedy Short Film strand, starring Luke Rollason.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Image shows from L to R: Dermot Brown (Paddy Houlihan), Rory Brown (Rory Cowan), Winnie McGoogan (Eilish O'Carroll), Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll), Cathy Brown (Jennifer Gibney), Buster Brady (Danny O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Series 1, Episode 4 - Mammy Rides Again

Agnes and Winnie gatecrash Maria's hen party, but realise that they have the wrong venue. Later, having invited Maria's snooty mother Mrs Nicholson to dinner, a nervous Agnes shores up her confidence with alcohol, but chaos ensues as the evening proceeds.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Smithy (James Corden). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 2, Episode 5

It's Gwen's birthday and Bryn has arranged a special surprise treat.

BBC Three 10pm (repeat)
Sliced. Image shows from L to R: Joshua (Samson Kayo), Ricky (Theo Barklem-Biggs). Copyright: Lovely Electricity

Sliced

Series 2, Episode 1 - You Must Be Joshua?

After the humiliation of being caught dressed as a dog at a council flat sex party, Joshua is trying to patch things up with Naomi. Unfortunately for him, it may be too late as Naomi has a new boyfriend. Meanwhile, Ricky gets mugged.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
30 min
Big Mood. Maggie (Nicola Coughlan)

Big Mood

Episode 1 - Up

Maggie goes back to her old school to give a talk. But she's not there to inspire the children with her not-so-illustrious playwrighting career; she wants to find out if hot history teacher Mr Wilson still fancies her. Eddie tags along for the ride, leaving Klent in charge of her bar, Wet Mouth. Maggie soon realises that she's bitten off more than she can chew, and Eddie begins to question Maggie's behaviour.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 10:15pm (repeat)
Ricky Gervais: Fame. Ricky Gervais

Ricky Gervais: Fame

The TV broadcast of Ricky Gervais' third stand up-show in which he focused on the 'weird world of fame'.

BBC Three 10:30pm (repeat)
Sliced. Image shows from L to R: Scott (Phil Daniels), Ricky (Theo Barklem-Biggs), Joshua (Samson Kayo). Copyright: Lovely Electricity

Sliced

Series 2, Episode 2 - 8 Ounces

After visiting Scott in prison, Josh is scared he might be joining him after agreeing to deliver more than just pizzas. Mario tries to diversify the menu in new, much stupider directions.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:30pm
30 min
Big Mood. Image shows left to right: Maggie (Nicola Coughlan), Johnny (Tom Rhys Harris)

Big Mood

Episode 2 - Down

Maggie is experiencing a depressive episode, but it's also her 30th birthday - and Eddie isn't going to let it pass by uncelebrated. Eddie drags Maggie out for the night, surprising her with a party full of friends and family. Maggie is determined to escape, while Eddie struggles to contain a rat infestation...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40pm (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Image shows from L to R: Dermot Brown (Paddy Houlihan), Rory Brown (Rory Cowan), Winnie McGoogan (Eilish O'Carroll), Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll), Cathy Brown (Jennifer Gibney), Buster Brady (Danny O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Series 1, Episode 6 - Mammy's Miracle

Agnes Brown thinks everyone has gone mad. Father Quinn is losing his faith as fast as he loses parishioners. Newlyweds Dermot and Maria won't stop fighting. And Grandad has decided he'd like to witness his own funeral.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:40pm (repeat)
Wreck. Image shows left to right: Vivian Lim (Thaddea Graham), Jamie Walsh (Oscar Kennedy)

Wreck

Series 2, Episode 1 - Gay Miles Per Hour

Jamie and Vivian are forced to take desperate measures as they fight to expose Velorum, setting their sights on the new wellness festival in Slovenia.

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Smithy (James Corden). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

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?

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 10:45pm (repeat)
The Jonathan Ross Show. Jonathan Ross. Copyright: Hot Sauce / ITV Studios

The Jonathan Ross Show

Series 21, Episode 4 - Paul Rudd, Mel B, Billie Piper, Leo Reich, Cat Burns

Jonathan is joined by actor and comedian Paul Rudd, Mel B of the Spice Girls, actress Billie Piper and stand-up comedian Leo Reich, while singer-songwriter Cat Burns will be performing in the studio.

BBC Three 11pm (repeat)
Starstruck. Image shows from L to R: Jessie (Rose Matafeo), Kate (Emma Sidi)

Starstruck

Series 2, Episode 5 - Valentine's

Tom and Jessie are presented with job opportunities that put a strain on their new relationship.

U&Dave channel logo 11:15pm (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor), Jonny Keogh (Ralf Little), Janet (Sheridan Smith), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Louise (Kathryn Drysdale). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 5, Episode 9 - Stot Or Pronk

Janet's having a hard time remembering things now she's pregnant. Louise wants to stimulate their brains in the pub quiz. Kelly comperes the quiz and spends the evening making lewd comments about Gaz and Janet sleeping together. Janet's waters break.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20pm (repeat)
Harry Enfield & Chums. Image shows from L to R: Kathy Burke, Harry Enfield, Paul Whitehouse

Harry Enfield & Chums

Series 2, Episode 4

Hit 1990s sketch show starring Harry Enfield, Paul Whitehouse and Kathy Burke.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:25pm (repeat)
Wreck. Pippa Walsh (Jodie Tyack)

Wreck

Series 2, Episode 2 - Did You Miss Me?

A reunion separates Jamie from his friends and puts him in grave danger while the rest of the group get to grips with the eccentric festival.

BBC Three 11:25pm (repeat)
Starstruck. Jessie (Rose Matafeo)

Starstruck

Series 2, Episode 6 - Party

Steve and Sarah's pre-wedding celebrations bring Tom back into Jessie's life. With Tom's imminent departure to the States, Jessie contemplates why they broke up.

U&Dave channel logo 11:55pm (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor), Jonny Keogh (Ralf Little), Janet (Sheridan Smith), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Louise (Kathryn Drysdale). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 5, Episode 10 - Who's The Daddy?

Donna and Gaz try to make each other jealous by talking about imaginary new partners. Donna ends up upsetting Gaz when she says he was crap in bed.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV Midnight (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Gavin (Mathew Horne), Stacey (Joanna Page), Smithy (James Corden), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Bryn (Rob Brydon), Nessa (Ruth Jones). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 3, Episode 6

Nessa 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.

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