Television
TV schedule Tuesday 3rd December 2024
Jack In Time For Christmas
Part scripted comedy, part unscripted travelogue, Jack Whitehall is joined by a variety of stars for Christmas.
Minder
Series 1, Episode 2 - Bury My Half At Waltham GreenArthur farms out Terry's services to a newly-released con. Unfortunately for Terry he's none-too-bright, and has some old associates really rather keen on getting back in touch.
Supertato
Series 2, Episode 16 - Broccoli AloneSupertato is out chasing a milkshake robot and leaves Broccoli in charge of Tato Tower.
Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 4, Episode 8 - The RabbitThe Farmer's niece has come to visit, bringing her precious pet rabbit. The Farmer entrusts Bitzer to look after it while they go inside for lunch. All in a day's work - until the rabbit disappears. Shaun and the flock are called to action to help track down the illusive pet before the niece discovers it's missing. But do they understand what they're looking for?
The Two Ronnies
Series 5, Episode 6Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 49 - MousefallDanger Mouse faces his toughest challenge ever as a mysterious super-villain releases all the villains from Arkwright and plots the end of our hero.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 16 - Thumb WarsIn a somewhat misguided attempt to resolve Dennis and Walter's spiralling competitiveness, Miss Mistry offers thumb wrestling as a solution - but can Walter play fair, or will the situation get out of hand?
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 43 - Lake Retba, SenegalThe team gets all shook up when Glitch sucks up the pink water of Senegal's Milkshake Lake.
The Two Ronnies
Series 5, Episode 7Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.
George & Mildred
Series 1, Episode 3 - ...And Women Must WeepWhen the Labour Exchange sends George for a job interview at Jeffrey's business, it's Mildred who's offered the post. George is left to assume the housewife role but soon discovers that it's not all sitting in front of the television and napping!
Super Happy Magic Forest
Episode 12 - Mid-Quest CrisisHerbert is starting to feel his age and secretly drinks from the Fountain of Youth. However, his desire to be young puts the whole quest in jeopardy.
Go Jetters
Series 1, Christmas Special - The North PoleThe Go Jetters visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve, but disaster strikes as they discover Grandmaster Glitch has borrowed Santa's sleigh!
George & Mildred
Series 1, Episode 4 - Baby TalkNow settled in their new home, Mildred starts thinking about children and begins investigating adoption processes. Will George put his foot in it again?
Last Of The Summer Wine
Christmas Special - WhoopsFoggy and Clegg somewhat cautiously agree with Compo that Christmas isn't what it used to be. In an effort to recapture the spirit of their youth they look up two long-lost boisterous school mates: champion lamp-post climber and duck impressionist 'Chuffer' Enright, and long-distance hand walker 'Splutter' Lipinscale...
Guessable?
Series 2, Episode 5This week sees the gang welcome Strictly favourite Oti Mabuse alongside comedians David Baddiel, Maisie Adam and Miles Jupp to play another medley of madcap games.
Horrible Histories
Series 9, Episode 10 - Diabolical Daily LifeDaily routines throughout history, from waking in Ancient Egypt to Medieval Loo Man.
Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 16 - Next ToThe Twirlywoos see a lady putting coloured stars next to items in a shop window display, and they get carried away putting stars next to everything in sight! Back in the boat, the Stop-Go Car brings some blocks, and the Twirlywoos have fun lining them up.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 6, Christmas Special - All Mod ConnedFoggy has decided that Compo, Clegg and he are to have a 'get away from it all' Christmas holiday.
Only Fools And Horses
1996 Christmas Trilogy, Christmas Special - Time On Our HandsThis third 1996 special was at the time thought to be last that would be made. Rodney's doing a stock take in the garage and has found an artificial leg, some Showaddywaddy LPs and an old watch. They get the watch valued and get just a little shock when it sells at Sotherby's for £6.2 million pounds. After all these years their finally millionaires!
Supertato
Series 2, Episode 7 - Tablet TakeoverThe Veggies are delighted with a new tablet they've found. When they're not looking, Evil Pea turns the tablet to evil mode. Soon the tablet takes over the supermarket.
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.
Worzel Gummidge
Series 3, Christmas Special - Worzel's Christmas Special: A Cup O' Tea An' A Slice O' CakeAll-singing, all-dancing Worzel Gummidge special which examines the important role that scarecrows play in helping Father Christmas find his way back to the North Pole on Christmas morning. The programme also explains what happens when one particular scarecrow - in this case, Worzel Gummidge - literally deserts his post.
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 21 - Tepui Mountains, VenezuelaFoz, Kyan and Lars are climbing a Tepui in Venezuela, with Xuli exploring this amazing place in her Vroomster.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 4, Christmas SpecialHyacinth finally achieves her ultimate goal in her search for social acceptability in this special festive edition. She and her husband Richard book a cruise on the QEII and, determined to live up to the correct image, Hyacinth packs umpteen changes of clothes. On board ship, she is in her element - until she makes an appalling discovery that threatens to ruin her trip.
Big Lizard
Episode 7 - How To HoverboardCosima and Big Lizard's solar-powered hoverboards run out of battery at nightfall. Can glowbugs be the answer?
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 33 - Tomorrow Never ComesDreams come true as The Princess returns and erases weekdays forever! It's up to Danger Mouse to ruin everyone's lives and restore weekdays before it's too late.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 34 - Half The World Is Not EnoughDanger Mouse's antics cost Professor Squawkencluck her job. Is this the end of all those wonderful gadgets, or can the world's greatest secret agent get the Professor her job back?
Supertato
Series 2, Episode 3 - Operation KiwiSupertato and the Veggies follow a noise in the plant aisle and meet a famous explorer.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 1 - Beat The BusNew teacher Miss Mistry is taking Class 3C on a trip to Flumes 'o' Doom theme park.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 2 - The P FactorPieface is secretly doing chores for Walter, hoping to help Dennis save up some cash.
Citizen Khan
Series 2, Christmas SpecialMrs Khan is determined to hold a traditional 'family Christmas' - their first ever. Mr Khan is far more concerned with how much he can donate for sale at the mosque's charity Christmas fayre.
Super Happy Magic Forest
Episode 2 - The Mushroom KingWhilst on a quest to return the Icicle of Destiny, Trevor topples into a cavern of tiny mushrooms who treat him like a king.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 1, Christmas Special - Christmas CrackersIt's anthracite roast potatoes and green stuff all round - Grandad's cooking Christmas dinner! Trouble is, Rodney's in danger of dying of boredom. Then the glittering attractions of the Monte Carlo club beckon...
Supertato
Series 2, Episode 23 - Big Net RescueCarrot is determined to save Supertato from Evil Pea's trap without help from Prickly Pear.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Christmas Special - WhoopsFoggy and Clegg somewhat cautiously agree with Compo that Christmas isn't what it used to be. In an effort to recapture the spirit of their youth they look up two long-lost boisterous school mates: champion lamp-post climber and duck impressionist 'Chuffer' Enright, and long-distance hand walker 'Splutter' Lipinscale...
Two Way Stretch
Prisoner Dodger Lane plans a heist that will involve slipping out of incarceration to steal some diamonds.
Big Lizard
Episode 1 - The Day We LandedWhilst exploring deep space, a meteor strikes Cosima and Dad's ship! After crash-landing on the unexplored planet of Proxima, Cosima makes a new best friend called Big Lizard.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 11 - We Want To Break FreeDennis is exasperated to find that he can't land himself in detention.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 6, Christmas Special - All Mod ConnedFoggy has decided that Compo, Clegg and he are to have a 'get away from it all' Christmas holiday.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 12 - The Abominable ShowmanJJ is torn between Blamjitsu with the yeti, and helping the Dinmakers write a school song.
Minder
Series 1, Episode 3 - The Smaller They Are...When an old friend comes asking for help with tale of a large stash of stolen money, Arthur is only too happy to volunteer his and Terry's services. Unfortunately, the previous owners are keen to reclaim their cash.
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.
Only Fools And Horses
1996 Christmas Trilogy, Christmas Special - Heroes And VillainsOnly on the streets of Peckham will you find No VAT Man and Boy Plonker. Del is stuck with 125 Latvian radio alarm clocks that go off when they like, a box full of base ball caps "that even East 17 fans wouldn't wear" and the council have turned down his application for a home improvements grant.
Super Happy Magic Forest
Episode 17 - Quester Of The YearThe heroes are lured away by a cloaked figure to compete for the title of Quester of the Year, leaving the forest with no-one to protect its scones.
Supertato
Series 3, Episode 13 - Sweetieland SagaEvil Pea cheats Chilli out of winning floofy teddies at a funfair made from sweets, so Supertato and the Veggies must get the teddies back before it's too late!
Dad's Army
Christmas Special - Battle Of The Giants!Humiliated by Square's comments for his lack of old service medals, Mainwaring and his opposite commit their men to a high-stakes contest of skill, initiative and military cunning. Which is the better body of men - but more to the point, who is the better commander?
'Allo 'Allo!
Series 7, Episode 9 - Soup And SausageThe airmen are now stuck in the sewers directly beneath the town square. It'd be quite simple to free them if only the hinges on the access grate weren't rusted solid. As usual, there's a crackpot plan in place - this time involving an ancient ice cream van.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 11, Episode 3 - Oh Shut Up And Eat Your Choc-IceNot only has the farm changed over to those new-fangled round hay bales, but one of them has been left dangerously near a steep slope.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 2, Christmas Special - Diamonds Are For HeatherDel is in love again after catching the eye of Heather during a rendition of 'Old Shep' at the Nag's Head. It's not long before he wants to get engaged, as usual, but this time there is a complication... her husband.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 14, Episode 8Host Rob Brydon and captains David Mitchell and Lee Mack welcome Maya Jama, Roisin Conaty, Roman Kemp and Xand van Tulleken to the comedy panel show on which the teams reveal extraordinary stories about themselves.
Perfect Pub Walks With Bill Bailey
Episode 4 - The High LifeBill walks with music legend Shaun Ryder in Somerset, taking in the Avalon Marshes, Chew Valley and Ham Hill. While they wander, the pair discuss the ups and downs of Shaun's life, his return to performing and the impact of receiving an ADHD diagnosis, as Bill shows Shaun a different type of high to those from his rock and roll heyday.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 11, Episode 4 - Who's That Bloke With Nora Batty Then?Something's up: Nora Batty has gone out on a Wednesday dressed up and without a wrinkle in her stockings. It soon becomes apparent to Compo that he has a rival for her affections.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 3, Christmas Special - Thicker Than WaterWhen Rodney opens the door to a stranger at the flat he soon learns from Grandad that it's his long lost father, Reg. As Del returns home from the pub, his anger is abated when Reg tells them he is ill and it may be hereditary. The subsequent blood test results threaten to split the brothers up.
Legends Of Comedy With Lenny Henry
Episode 3 - Romesh RanganathanSir Lenny welcomes comedy genius Romesh Ranganathan - one of the hardest working men in modern comedy.
Jonathan Creek
Series 3, Episode 2 - The Eyes Of TiresiasA 73-year-old widow's dreams are foretelling deaths. Is it just coincidence? Is she psychic? Or is it just something in the goldfish food...?
Porridge
Series 3, Episode 3 - Rough JusticeJudge Rawley appears to be settling into life on remand, but a theft shows old prejudices haven't entirely been left behind. Fletch and his fellow prisoners soon learn that fair application of the law doesn't always give consistent results.
Dad's Army
Christmas Special - The Love Of Three OrangesAfter an unpleasant incident involving wet bath enamel, Elizabeth Mainwaring is in a particularly bad mood. As the parish council hosts a bazaar in aid of troop comforts, George has his sights set on an orange to placate her.
As Time Goes By
Series 1, Episode 4 - Surprise, SurpriseJean and Judith pay Lionel a surprise visit in Norwich where he is giving a guest lecture, but find him with another woman.
Mrs. Brown's Boys
Christmas 2013, Christmas Special - Buckin' MammyMrs. Brown's temper is tested when no-one plays by her rules at games night. She's also rather worried about finding out what little Bono wants for Christmas - not to mention getting a very special tree.
Have I Got News For You
Series 58, Episode 2Victoria Coren Mitchell hosts the satirical quiz, as guests including comedian Ross Noble and journalist Rachel Johnson joining regular team leaders Ian Hislop and Paul Merton to poke fun at the week's events.
The Ricky Gervais Show
Series 3, Episode 5 - Karl's DayKarl describes a typical day in his life, which includes spending time alone working on DIY projects.
QI
Series V, Episode 7 - VisionariesCally Beaton, Nish Kumar and Laura Smyth join regular panellist Alan Davies on the comedy quiz, with host Sandi Toksvig asking questions on the theme of visionaries.
The Ricky Gervais Show
Series 3, Episode 6 - The EnglishRicky, Stephen and Karl share their definitions of what it means to be an Englishman. Also: Karl explains why, if he wasn't English, he'd rather be Italian.
Cheaters
Series 2, Episode 6Fola has a surprise in store for Josh, and Zack's date with Claire takes an unusual turn. Meanwhile, Esther and Lars's new relationship reaches a moment of reckoning.
Mel Giedroyc: Unforgivable
Series 1, Episode 7Mel Giedroyc and Lou Sanders are joined by Jo Brand, Sara Pascoe and Chris Kamara.
The Royle Family
Special - The Queen Of ShebaNearly seven years on, and now living with the Royles, Nana is bedridden and the centre of attention. Jim is, unsurprisingly, not best pleased. Meanwhile, Antony is a businessman; Denise is pregnant again; and poor Cheryl is still trying to lose weight and find love.
Cheaters
Series 2, Episode 7With everyone gathered under one roof, the stage is set for some big revelations - and an unexpected guest takes the night in a new direction once more.
Cheaters
Series 2, Episode 8As everyone reels from the events of the previous night, some big decisions need to be made.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 18, Episode 9With guests Kelly Hoppen, Louis Smith, Henning Wehn and David O'Doherty.
Absolutely Fabulous
2011 Christmas Specials - IdentityThere's a homecoming for one of the women, who's been 'away' for quite some time. She arrives at the Monsoon household with a new - slightly scary - best friend who forces a certain person to face some long-hidden truths...
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 11, Episode 3Guests Gok Wan, Sarah Millican, Seann Walsh and Amy Childs from The Only Way Is Essex, assist Jon, Jimmy and Sean to thrash out the hot topics of the week.
This Country
Series 3, Episode 3 - CynthiaAn infamous Mucklowe family member returns to the village and causes Kerry to re-evaluate her living arrangements. Meanwhile the vicar and Kurtan help Len get back on his feet.
QI
Series V, Episode 7 - VisionariesCally Beaton, Nish Kumar and Laura Smyth join regular panellist Alan Davies on the comedy quiz, with host Sandi Toksvig asking questions on the theme of visionaries.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 11, Episode 4Sarah Millican, Chris Ramsey, Patsy Kensit and adventurer Bear Grylls, assist in identifying the week's hottest topics.
This Country
Series 3, Episode 4 - Kurtan's Half-BrotherKurtan receives some sad news about a relative and endeavours to make some new memories. Meanwhile Kerry discovers a passion for reading and joins the vicar's local book club, which is going well until another village resident joins too.
Cheaters
Series 2, Episode 7With everyone gathered under one roof, the stage is set for some big revelations - and an unexpected guest takes the night in a new direction once more.
Absolutely Fabulous
2011 Christmas Specials, New Year Special - JobEdina has some crucial questions to answer, including: Has she still got it? And could a new client destroy her relationship with Saffy or make it stronger?
Mock The Week
Series 20, Episode 9Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis look back at all the stuff that's been going on in the news this week, with Maisie Adam, Angela Barnes, Jen Brister, Rhys James and Ahir Shah.
Cheaters
Series 2, Episode 8As everyone reels from the events of the previous night, some big decisions need to be made.
The Young Offenders
Series 2, Episode 5Billy Murphy enlists the help of Conor, Jock, and eventually Mairéad, to avoid getting killed by a former cellmate of his who has just been released from prison.
Have I Got News For You
Series 68, Episode 8Writer and presenter Victoria Coren Mitchell makes her 20th appearance in the guest host's chair. Presenter and journalist Stacey Dooley and comedian and writer Andy Hamilton complete the panel.
The Inbetweeners
Series 1, Episode 3Simon sits his first driving test, and when he passes takes Will, Jay and Neil to visit Thorpe Park to ride roller coasters and chase girls. There is one problem though - Simon is a rubbish driver.
Mrs. Brown's Boys
Christmas 2013, New Year Special - Who's A Pretty Mammy?Agnes is determined that, despite his parents' wishes, grandson Bono will not be attending the infamous local primary. But she's also got her annual New Year's Eve party on her mind.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 14, Episode 8Host Rob Brydon and captains David Mitchell and Lee Mack welcome Maya Jama, Roisin Conaty, Roman Kemp and Xand van Tulleken to the comedy panel show on which the teams reveal extraordinary stories about themselves.
The Young Offenders
Series 2, Episode 6The baby is due and everyone is frustrated with the nonstop arguing of both families, so an ill-advised weekend break for all is organised.
The Inbetweeners
Series 1, Episode 4Will pulls the most popular girl in the year above. However he becomes so obsessed with her that he ends up alienating his hard won new friends.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 3, Episode 11 - SchoolingSharon joins the upper crust and is taken for a ride.
Dad's Army
Christmas Special - The Love Of Three OrangesAfter an unpleasant incident involving wet bath enamel, Elizabeth Mainwaring is in a particularly bad mood. As the parish council hosts a bazaar in aid of troop comforts, George has his sights set on an orange to placate her.
Count Abdulla
Episode 5 - The Red ShaadiGate-crashing Amrita's sister Preethi's hen night, Abdulla is introduced as Amrita's new Sikh boyfriend and Preethi is beyond excited to welcome him to the family. So much so that she invites, in fact insists, that he comes to the wedding.
Minder
Series 1, Episode 3 - The Smaller They Are...When an old friend comes asking for help with tale of a large stash of stolen money, Arthur is only too happy to volunteer his and Terry's services. Unfortunately, the previous owners are keen to reclaim their cash.
The Last Leg
Series 31, Episode 6Adam, Josh and Alex are joined by Lorraine Kelly, Nabil Abdulrashid and Susan Wokoma for the Keir Starmer World Cup semi-finals.
A Better Place
An oddball trio inherit the failing family funeral business after their father's death.
Count Abdulla
Episode 6 - The Shadow Over HeathrowAbdulla's terrified of the consequences of his identity being revealed as he escapes with Amrita from the wedding. But as they come clean about their feelings for one another, she offers a potential route out for the young Muslim doctor.
The Royle Family
Special - The Queen Of ShebaNearly seven years on, and now living with the Royles, Nana is bedridden and the centre of attention. Jim is, unsurprisingly, not best pleased. Meanwhile, Antony is a businessman; Denise is pregnant again; and poor Cheryl is still trying to lose weight and find love.
Never Mind The Buzzcocks
Series 32, Episode 8 - Never Mind The Buzzcocks Does The NoughtiesComedy music quiz hosted by Greg Davies, with Beth Ditto, Megaman, Nick Grimshaw and Kimberly Wyatt joining regulars Noel Fielding and Jamali Maddix.
Junior Taskmaster
Episode 4 - Overthinking OverthinkingIt's time for heat four, as the brand-new series continues. Mike Wozniak is in his element because he gets to build sandcastles. Rose Matafeo judges what would be of most use in a zombie apocalypse. And this week's fab five - Billy, Emilie, Jamie, Kaif and Kyra - who are all aged between nine and 11, become acquainted with Hollywood royalty.
Absolutely Fabulous
2011 Christmas Specials - IdentityThere's a homecoming for one of the women, who's been 'away' for quite some time. She arrives at the Monsoon household with a new - slightly scary - best friend who forces a certain person to face some long-hidden truths...
Tom Allen Absolutely Live
Tom Allen performs for a sell-out crowd at the London Palladium.
Guessable?
Series 1, Episode 8The regulars welcome EastEnders' Natalie Cassidy, Phil Wang, Cariad Lloyd and Larry Dean into their loft to play an array of games.
Absolutely Fabulous
2011 Christmas Specials, New Year Special - JobEdina has some crucial questions to answer, including: Has she still got it? And could a new client destroy her relationship with Saffy or make it stronger?
Channel Hopping With Jon Richardson
Series 2, Episode 2The comedian gives his take on the world's wildest TV, with guest Nish Kumar and regular panellist Judi Love. Featuring Ghost Adventures, The Simpsons and infomercials.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 25 (Channel 4: Series 26), Episode 4Jimmy Carr hosts as Jon Richardson and Katherine Ryan take on Richard Ayoade and Laura Smyth. Mat Ewins joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner.
Rhod Gilbert's Growing Pains
Series 4, Episode 2Jeremy Vine, Gemma Cairney and James Acaster reflect on their teenage years, revealing which did a skydive that went wrong and which was obsessed with milk.
For The Love Of Ada
Series 4, Episode 2 - Walter Makes A BetAda's convinced that the baby is overdue, and obsessing over every method she can come up with to induce labour. Walter, meanwhile, has taken up bowls, and Leslie's worked off his feet running errands on his wife's behalf.