British Comedy Guide

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TV schedule Monday 26th August 2024

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 6:20am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 4, Episode 2 - Senior Citizen Caine

Arthur's ambition to own a Rolls are jeopardised when Terry has to protect a widowed garage owner.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:35am (repeat)
Supertato

Supertato

Series 2, Episode 24 - Moustache Mystery

Broccoli is horrified when someone paints moustaches on photographs of her friends.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 6:50am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

A selection of episodes from the second series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7am (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep

Shaun The Sheep

Adventures From Mossy Bottom, Episode 13 - Express Delivery

Shaun and the flock race to stop a package from reaching the Farmer.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:05am (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 15 - Gold Flinger

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

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:10am (repeat)
The Story Of... Only Fools & Horses. Image shows from L to R: David Jason, Tessa Peake-Jones. Copyright: North One Television

The Story Of... Only Fools & Horses

Episode 4 - Peckham And Beyond

Peckham And Beyond looks at the area that was at the heart of the comedy and what happened when the cast and crew got out of the studio and filmed on location in Monaco, Margate and Miami.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:20am (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 22 - Do Good Dennis

Dennis and Gnasher accidentally do good deeds for the people of Beanotown.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:35am (repeat)
Supertato

Supertato

Series 2, Episode 1 - Wishing Tree

Supertato must save the Lantern Festival when Evil Pea blows all the lanterns away.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8am (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason), Grandad (Lennard Pearce). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Repeats of the David Jason sitcom all day.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:10am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 26 - Holi Festival Of Colour, India

Glitch takes all of the colourful powder from the Festival of Colour in Dwarka, India.

Comedy Central Extra 9am (repeat)
Michael McIntyre's Big Show. Michael McIntyre. Copyright: Hungry McBear

Michael McIntyre's Big Show

A selection of episodes from the first and second series of the variety show.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:35am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 3, Episode 15 - More About Inside

The Twirlywoos watch a man polish a suit of armour. As he is polishing, the man drops the cloth inside the suit of armour.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9:50am (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

A selection of episodes from the second series of the Beano creation.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:25am (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

A selection of episodes from the second series of the animated sequel.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 11:05am (repeat)
Supertato

Supertato

Series 1, Episode 16 - Winter Wonderland

Evil 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.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:10pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 14 - Bullet Train, Japan

In Japan, Grandmaster Glitch is at a railway station, wondering where his grimbots have gone. Some excited bleeps further down the platform reveal that they've jumped into the driver's cabin of a bullet train and are happily pressing all the buttons!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:25pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 15 - Go Jet Academy: Wind Power

It's a very windy day at the Go Jet Academy as Jetpad comes in to land, zooming past the academy's windfarm turbines.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:35pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 2 - Danger At C Level

Penfold has had enough of being tied up, blown up and walloped and needs a holiday.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:45pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 3 - Greenfinger

Trying to 'help' by watering Squawkencluck's plants, DM unleashes a planet-wide extra-terrestrial sprawling welsh weed.

U&Dave channel logo 1pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Nessa (Ruth Jones), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Stacey (Joanna Page), Smithy (James Corden). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

A repeat-run of the entire first series of the sitcom by and starring Ruth Jones and James Corden.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1pm (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 4, Episode 5 - Waffle Gets Snowy

Callum takes Evie, Doug, Simon and Waffle for after-school fun at an indoor snow arena.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:10pm (repeat)
Supertato

Supertato

Series 1, Episode 10 - Banana's Star Appeal

Supertato and Carrot help a superstar banana get his peel back from Evil Pea.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:20pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 8 - Things Get Chilli

Pieface falls under the influence of a fiery chilli pepper and unexpectedly turns rogue.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:30pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 9 - Spud-U-Love

Paul the Potato is love-struck by the poster girl potato.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 2:30pm (repeat)
Supertato

Supertato

Series 2, Episode 5 - Broccoli Flies Again

Evil Pea asks for flying lessons when Broccoli flies her paper plane into her freezer. Evil Pea doesn't let Broccoli know that she intends to fly high to take over Tato Tower.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 2:40pm (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 2, Episode 11 - Waffle Tries To Be Good

When 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!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:30pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 10 - Bertiesitting

Eager to prove her babysitting ability, Gran is on the hunt for a baby stand-in.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:40pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 11 - We Want To Break Free

Dennis is exasperated to find that he can't land himself in detention.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:55pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 42 - Danger-Thon

The Danger agents hold a telethon to raise funds for HQ.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:05pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 45 - The Last Giraffe Warrior

Penfold is asked to defend an alien planet from invasion.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:40pm (repeat)
Supertato

Supertato

Series 1, Episode 13 - Double Doughnut Rescue

Supertato almost quits being a superhero when he can't save two friends at the same time.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5:15pm (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 1, Episode 2 - Night Night, Waffle

The Brooklyn-Bells spend their first night together as a new family, only to be kept awake by Waffle, whose constant barking upsets Mrs Hobbs, their cat-obsessed neighbour.

Talking Pictures TV 6pm (repeat)
For The Love Of Ada. Image shows from L to R: Walter Bingley (Wilfred Pickles), Ada Cresswell/Bingley (Irene Handl)

For The Love Of Ada

Series 2, Episode 2

Following a bit of interfering on Ada's part, Walter encourages Leslie to assert his masculinity by ordering Ruth upstairs with the intent of procreation. But far from doing her wifely duties, Ruth throws him out!

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 6:40pm (repeat)
The Personal History Of David Copperfield. David Copperfield (Dev Patel). Copyright: Lions Gate

The Personal History Of David Copperfield

An adaptation of the Dickens classic directed by Armando Iannucci.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:55pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Stop-motion animated children's sitcom by Aardman Animations for CBBC. Wildly popular with not just kids, but adults too.

U&Dave channel logo 7pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Germaine Greer, David Mitchell, Alan Davies, Rob Brydon, Richard Osman, Lee Mack, Jermaine Jenas. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 9, Episode 4

This week the guests joining Lee Mack and David Mitchell are Alan Davies, Richard Osman, Professor Germaine Greer and Jermaine Jenas.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8pm (repeat)
dinnerladies. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Anne Reid), Stan (Duncan Preston), Brenda (Victoria Wood), Twinkle (Maxine Peake), Dolly (Thelma Barlow), Tony (Andrew Dunn), Anita (Shobna Gulati). Copyright: Good Fun / Pozzitive Productions

dinnerladies

Series 2, Episode 5 - Gamble

Tony and Bren arrive at work together, causing much scandalous rumour amongst the girls. And a bet they'll "get it on" before Christmas.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason), Grandad (Lennard Pearce). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Repeats of the David Jason sitcom all day.

Comedy Central 9pm (repeat)
Lee Evans Live From The West End. Lee Evans. Copyright: Little Mo Films

Lee Evans Live From The West End

A one-off live performance from the comic genius, recorded at the Lyric Theatre in 1995.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
Josh Widdicombe

Josh Widdicombe: Bit Much...

Stand-up special from Josh Widdicombe, recorded during his covid-era tour.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series K, Episode 9 - Kinetic

With Danny Baker, Jo Brand and Marcus Brigstocke.

BBC Two 10pm
30 min
We Might Regret This. Freya (Kyla Harris)

We Might Regret This

Episode 2

Freya has her first modelling shoot which is almost a disaster. Abe insists Jo get PA training. Jo gets lots of missed calls from an unknown number. Abe buys Levi a food van.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series K, Episode 10 - Keeps

With Bill Bailey, Jason Manford and Sarah Millican.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 10:15pm (repeat)
Tom Davis: Underdog. Tom Davis

Tom Davis: Underdog

Stand-up show from Tom Davis.

Comedy Central 10:30pm (repeat)
Jimmy Carr In Concert. Jimmy Carr. Copyright: Bwark Productions

Jimmy Carr In Concert

TV broadcast of Jimmy Carr's fourth live stand-up DVD, in which he unleashes his trademark rapid-fire joke-telling and razor-sharp wit.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Taskmaster. Aisling Bea. Copyright: Avalon Television

Taskmaster

Series 5, Episode 6 - Spoony Neeson

Taskmaster Greg Davies's little assistant Alex Horne decides it's time for a style makeover, but will it meet with his boss's approval? Meanwhile, with just three shows left, the five comics continue their quest to win a golden likeness of Greg's imperial skull. Bob Mortimer champions sausage meat, Sally Phillips returns to the womb and Greg has a heart to heart with Nish Kumar.

Comedy Central 11:30pm (repeat)
Chris Ramsey: Approval Needed. Chris Ramsey. Copyright: Avalon Television

Chris Ramsey: Approval Needed

Amazon stand-up special from Chris Ramsey.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 11:45pm (repeat)
Short Stuff. Copyright: BBC

Short Stuff

Special - Compilation

More new comedy from Scotland, featuring the brightest comic talent.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 14, Episode 10

Dara O Briain and the team return for another episode. With James Acaster, Rob Beckett, Ellie Taylor and Josh Widdicombe.

BBC Three Midnight (repeat)
Him & Her. Image shows from L to R: Steve (Russell Tovey), Becky (Sarah Solemani). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Him & Her

Series 3, Episode 4 - The Father-In-Law

Steve and Becky have been burgled. While they tidy up, Steve takes the opportunity to ask Becky's dad a big question.

Comedy Central 12:30am (repeat)
Iain Stirling: Failing Upwards. Iain Stirling

Iain Stirling: Failing Upwards

Stand-up from comedian and TV presenter Iain Stirling.

BBC Three 12:30am (repeat)
Him & Her. Image shows from L to R: Steve (Russell Tovey), Becky (Sarah Solemani). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Him & Her

Series 3, Episode 5 - The First Date

About a year ago, Steve and Becky's first date. Becky has come round before heading out for a coffee and Steve is desperate to impress her.

U&Dave channel logo 12:40am (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Germaine Greer, David Mitchell, Alan Davies, Rob Brydon, Richard Osman, Lee Mack, Jermaine Jenas. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 9, Episode 4

This week the guests joining Lee Mack and David Mitchell are Alan Davies, Richard Osman, Professor Germaine Greer and Jermaine Jenas.

U&Dave channel logo 1:20am (repeat)
Room 101. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 7, Highlights Special - Bonus Bellyaches

Frank Skinner hosts a special edition of the comedy panel show featuring the best bits from the series and loads of unseen footage. Topics include dabbing, people who love the outdoors and The Archers.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 1:30am (repeat)
CelebAbility. Kemah Bob. Copyright: Potato

CelebAbility

Series 5, Episode 2

Scarlett Moffatt leads a group of three friends looking to win prizes by defeating Joel Dommett, Liam Charles, The Vivienne and Kemah Bob in a series of silly games.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 1:50am (repeat)
Bless This House. Image shows from L to R: Jean Abbott (Diana Coupland), Sid Abbott (Sid James), Mike Abbott (Robin Stewart), Sally Abbott (Sally Geeson). Copyright: Thames Television

Bless This House

Series 6, Episode 5 - Remember Me?

Thanks to a little of Mike's typically selfless handiwork, Sid suffers a concussion and loses his memory. Jean's understandably distressed her husband doesn't recognise her, but none of the family are above using the situation to their advantage!

BBC Three 3am (repeat)
Him & Her. Image shows from L to R: Steve (Russell Tovey), Becky (Sarah Solemani). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Him & Her

Series 3, Episode 4 - The Father-In-Law

Steve and Becky have been burgled. While they tidy up, Steve takes the opportunity to ask Becky's dad a big question.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:30am (repeat)
The Fosters. Sonny Foster (Lenny Henry). Copyright: London Weekend Television

The Fosters

Series 1, Episode 10 - The Windfall

Samuel discovers a paper bag full of thousands of pounds, apparently dumped after a local supermarket robbery. The community is incensed at his decision to return £12,000 to the shop - but he's not so bothered.

BBC Three 3:30am (repeat)
Him & Her. Image shows from L to R: Steve (Russell Tovey), Becky (Sarah Solemani). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Him & Her

Series 3, Episode 5 - The First Date

About a year ago, Steve and Becky's first date. Becky has come round before heading out for a coffee and Steve is desperate to impress her.

Comedy Central 3:40am (repeat)
Mother F**king Pep Talk. Jessica Fostekew. Copyright: Comedy Central

Mother F**king Pep Talk

Episode 7 - Jessica Fostekew - 'F**k the past'

Ah the past, that great infinite pool of mistakes, regret and insecurity-ghosts. Who needs it? Jessica Fostekew wants you to just let the past go. In fact, why not just BURN IT.

Comedy Central Extra 4am (repeat)
Michael McIntyre's Big Show. Michael McIntyre. Copyright: Hungry McBear

Michael McIntyre's Big Show

Series 2, Episode 1

This week there is a musical performance from Ellie Goulding, an exclusive look at new musical School Of Rock, and a grandfather surprises his grandson. Plus, Olly Murs plays Celebrity Send To All and Michael makes a firefighter's dream of performing on the West End stage come true.

Comedy Central Extra 5am (repeat)
Michael McIntyre's Big Show. Michael McIntyre. Copyright: Hungry McBear

Michael McIntyre's Big Show

Series 2, Episode 2

This week there's comedy from Russell Howard and music from One Republic.

TNT Sports 1 logo 5am (repeat)
Down The Clubhouse

Down The Clubhouse

Episode 3 - Last-Gasp

Last-minute winners and intense final laps.

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