British Comedy Guide

Television

TV schedule Tuesday 3rd December 2024

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60 min
Jack In Time For Christmas. Jack Whitehall

Jack In Time For Christmas

Part scripted comedy, part unscripted travelogue, Jack Whitehall is joined by a variety of stars for Christmas.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 6:15am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 1, Episode 2 - Bury My Half At Waltham Green

Arthur 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.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:30am (repeat)
Supertato

Supertato

Series 2, Episode 16 - Broccoli Alone

Supertato is out chasing a milkshake robot and leaves Broccoli in charge of Tato Tower.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 6:35am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

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

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7am (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 4, Episode 8 - The Rabbit

The 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?

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 7:10am (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 5, Episode 6

Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:10am (repeat)
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 49 - Mousefall

Danger Mouse faces his toughest challenge ever as a mysterious super-villain releases all the villains from Arkwright and plots the end of our hero.

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

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 16 - Thumb Wars

In 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?

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:40am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 43 - Lake Retba, Senegal

The team gets all shook up when Glitch sucks up the pink water of Senegal's Milkshake Lake.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 8am (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 5, Episode 7

Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8:05am (repeat)
George & Mildred. Image shows from L to R: Mildred Roper (Yootha Joyce), George Roper (Brian Murphy). Copyright: Thames Television

George & Mildred

Series 1, Episode 3 - ...And Women Must Weep

When 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!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:25am (repeat)
Super Happy Magic Forest

Super Happy Magic Forest

Episode 12 - Mid-Quest Crisis

Herbert 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.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:35am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Christmas Special - The North Pole

The Go Jetters visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve, but disaster strikes as they discover Grandmaster Glitch has borrowed Santa's sleigh!

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 8:40am (repeat)
George & Mildred. Image shows from L to R: Mildred Roper (Yootha Joyce), George Roper (Brian Murphy). Copyright: Thames Television

George & Mildred

Series 1, Episode 4 - Baby Talk

Now settled in their new home, Mildred starts thinking about children and begins investigating adoption processes. Will George put his foot in it again?

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 9am (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Christmas Special - Whoops

Foggy 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...

Comedy Central 9am (repeat)
Guessable?. Sara Pascoe. Copyright: Tuesday's Child

Guessable?

Series 2, Episode 5

This 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.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9:20am (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Harrie Hayes

Horrible Histories

Series 9, Episode 10 - Diabolical Daily Life

Daily routines throughout history, from waking in Ancient Egypt to Medieval Loo Man.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:30am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 2, Episode 16 - Next To

The 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.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 9:40am (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 6, Christmas Special - All Mod Conned

Foggy has decided that Compo, Clegg and he are to have a 'get away from it all' Christmas holiday.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 10:20am (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Auctioneer (Seymour Matthews), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst)

Only Fools And Horses

1996 Christmas Trilogy, Christmas Special - Time On Our Hands

This 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!

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

Supertato

Series 2, Episode 7 - Tablet Takeover

The 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.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 11:40am (repeat)
Still Open All Hours. Granville (David Jason). Copyright: BBC

Still Open All Hours

Pilot, Episode 1 - Still Open All Hours

Granville 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.

Talking Pictures TV 12pm (repeat)
Worzel Gummidge. Worzel Gummidge (Jon Pertwee). Copyright: Southern Television

Worzel Gummidge

Series 3, Christmas Special - Worzel's Christmas Special: A Cup O' Tea An' A Slice O' Cake

All-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.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:15pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 21 - Tepui Mountains, Venezuela

Foz, Kyan and Lars are climbing a Tepui in Venezuela, with Xuli exploring this amazing place in her Vroomster.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 12:20pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 4, Christmas Special

Hyacinth 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.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:25pm (repeat)
Big Lizard

Big Lizard

Episode 7 - How To Hoverboard

Cosima and Big Lizard's solar-powered hoverboards run out of battery at nightfall. Can glowbugs be the answer?

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

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 33 - Tomorrow Never Comes

Dreams 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.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:50pm (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 34 - Half The World Is Not Enough

Danger 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?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:15pm (repeat)
Supertato

Supertato

Series 2, Episode 3 - Operation Kiwi

Supertato and the Veggies follow a noise in the plant aisle and meet a famous explorer.

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

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 1 - Beat The Bus

New teacher Miss Mistry is taking Class 3C on a trip to Flumes 'o' Doom theme park.

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

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 2 - The P Factor

Pieface is secretly doing chores for Walter, hoping to help Dennis save up some cash.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 1:40pm (repeat)
Citizen Khan. Image shows from L to R: Dave (Matthew Cottle), Mr Khan (Adil Ray). Copyright: BBC

Citizen Khan

Series 2, Christmas Special

Mrs 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.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 1:45pm (repeat)
Super Happy Magic Forest

Super Happy Magic Forest

Episode 2 - The Mushroom King

Whilst on a quest to return the Icicle of Destiny, Trevor topples into a cavern of tiny mushrooms who treat him like a king.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 2:15pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 1, Christmas Special - Christmas Crackers

It'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...

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 2:40pm (repeat)
Supertato

Supertato

Series 2, Episode 23 - Big Net Rescue

Carrot is determined to save Supertato from Evil Pea's trap without help from Prickly Pear.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 3pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Christmas Special - Whoops

Foggy 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...

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 3:05pm (repeat)
Two Way Stretch. Image shows from L to R: Ethel (Liz Fraser), Dodger Lane (Peter Sellers), George 'Jelly' Knight (David Lodge). Copyright: STUDIOCANAL

Two Way Stretch

Prisoner Dodger Lane plans a heist that will involve slipping out of incarceration to steal some diamonds.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 3:30pm (repeat)
Big Lizard

Big Lizard

Episode 1 - The Day We Landed

Whilst 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.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:35pm (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.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 3:40pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 6, Christmas Special - All Mod Conned

Foggy has decided that Compo, Clegg and he are to have a 'get away from it all' Christmas holiday.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3:45pm (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 2, Episode 12 - The Abominable Showman

JJ is torn between Blamjitsu with the yeti, and helping the Dinmakers write a school song.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 3:45pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

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.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 48 - High School Inedible

DM and Penfold go back to school to thwart the plans of an evil food scientist and his killer hot dogs.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 4:20pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

1996 Christmas Trilogy, Christmas Special - Heroes And Villains

Only 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.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:40pm (repeat)
Super Happy Magic Forest

Super Happy Magic Forest

Episode 17 - Quester Of The Year

The 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.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:40pm
10 min
Supertato

Supertato

Series 3, Episode 13 - Sweetieland Saga

Evil 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!

U&Drama channel logo 5:30pm (repeat)
The Upper Hand. Image shows from L to R: Joanna Burrows (Kellie Bright), Laura West (Honor Blackman), Charlie Burrows (Joe McGann), Tom Wheatley (William Puttock), Caroline Wheatley (Diana Weston)

The Upper Hand

Series 3, Episode 7 - Wheels

Charlie is overwhelmed by Caroline's birthday present.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 5:40pm (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

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?

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (repeat)
'Allo 'Allo!. Image shows from L to R: Edith Melba Artois (Carmen Silvera), René François Artois (Gorden Kaye), Yvette Carte-Blanche (Vicki Michelle). Copyright: BBC

'Allo 'Allo!

Series 7, Episode 9 - Soup And Sausage

The 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.

U&Drama channel logo 6:40pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 11, Episode 3 - Oh Shut Up And Eat Your Choc-Ice

Not 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.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 7pm (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

Series 2, Christmas Special - Diamonds Are For Heather

Del 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.

U&Dave channel logo 7pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Xand van Tulleken, Roisin Conaty, David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack, Maya Jama, Roman Kemp. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 14, Episode 8

Host 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.

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 7pm (repeat)
Perfect Pub Walks With Bill Bailey. Image shows left to right: Bill Bailey, Shaun Ryder

Perfect Pub Walks With Bill Bailey

Episode 4 - The High Life

Bill 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.

U&Drama channel logo 7:20pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

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.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 7:40pm (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

Series 3, Christmas Special - Thicker Than Water

When 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.

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 8pm (repeat)
Legends Of Comedy With Lenny Henry. Image shows left to right: Lenny Henry, Romesh Ranganathan

Legends Of Comedy With Lenny Henry

Episode 3 - Romesh Ranganathan

Sir Lenny welcomes comedy genius Romesh Ranganathan - one of the hardest working men in modern comedy.

U&Drama channel logo 8pm (repeat)
Jonathan Creek. Jonathan Creek (Alan Davies). Copyright: BBC

Jonathan Creek

Series 3, Episode 2 - The Eyes Of Tiresias

A 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...?

BBC Four 8pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 3, Episode 3 - Rough Justice

Judge 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.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 8:20pm (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

Christmas Special - The Love Of Three Oranges

After 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.

BBC Four 8:30pm (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Series 1, Episode 4 - Surprise, Surprise

Jean and Judith pay Lionel a surprise visit in Norwich where he is giving a guest lecture, but find him with another woman.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Image shows from L to R: Cathy Brown (Jennifer Gibney), Bono Brown (Jamie O'Carroll), Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC / BocPix

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Christmas 2013, Christmas Special - Buckin' Mammy

Mrs. 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.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Image shows from L to R: Ian Hislop, Ross Noble, Victoria Coren Mitchell, Rachel Johnson, Paul Merton

Have I Got News For You

Series 58, Episode 2

Victoria 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.

Comedy Central Extra 9pm (repeat)
The Ricky Gervais Show. Image shows from L to R: Stephen Merchant, Karl Pilkington, Ricky Gervais. Copyright: Media Rights Capital / Wildbrain

The Ricky Gervais Show

Series 3, Episode 5 - Karl's Day

Karl describes a typical day in his life, which includes spending time alone working on DIY projects.

BBC Two 9pm
45 min
QI. Image shows left to right: Alan Davies, Nish Kumar, Sandi Toksvig, Cally Beaton, Laura Smyth

QI

Series V, Episode 7 - Visionaries

Cally 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.

Comedy Central Extra 9:30pm (repeat)
The Ricky Gervais Show. Image shows from L to R: Stephen Merchant, Karl Pilkington, Ricky Gervais. Copyright: Media Rights Capital / Wildbrain

The Ricky Gervais Show

Series 3, Episode 6 - The English

Ricky, 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.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:45pm
15 min
Cheaters. Image shows left to right: Nina (Andrea Valls), Josh (Joshua McGuire)

Cheaters

Series 2, Episode 6

Fola 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.

BBC Two 9:45pm (repeat)
U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 9:50pm (repeat)
The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Dave Best (Craig Cash), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Antony Royle (Ralf Little)

The Royle Family

Special - The Queen Of Sheba

Nearly 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.

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

QI

Series M, Episode 6 - Marriage And Matings

With Bill Bailey, Jo Brand and Greg Davies.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:40pm
15 min
Cheaters. Image shows left to right: Fola (Susan Wokoma), Zack (Jack Fox)

Cheaters

Series 2, Episode 7

With 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.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:55pm
15 min
Cheaters. Image shows left to right: Josh (Joshua McGuire), Fola (Susan Wokoma)

Cheaters

Series 2, Episode 8

As everyone reels from the events of the previous night, some big decisions need to be made.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 18, Episode 9

With guests Kelly Hoppen, Louis Smith, Henning Wehn and David O'Doherty.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 11:05pm (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Patsy (Joanna Lumley), Edina (Jennifer Saunders). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

2011 Christmas Specials - Identity

There'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...

Comedy Central 11:05pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 11, Episode 3

Guests 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.

BBC Three 11:10pm (repeat)
This Country. Kerry Mucklowe (Daisy May Cooper)

This Country

Series 3, Episode 3 - Cynthia

An 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.

BBC Two Wales. Copyright: BBC 11:15pm
45 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows left to right: Alan Davies, Nish Kumar, Sandi Toksvig, Cally Beaton, Laura Smyth

QI

Series V, Episode 7 - Visionaries

Cally 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.

Comedy Central 11:35pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 11, Episode 4

Sarah Millican, Chris Ramsey, Patsy Kensit and adventurer Bear Grylls, assist in identifying the week's hottest topics.

BBC Three 11:40pm (repeat)
This Country. Image shows from L to R: Kerry Mucklowe (Daisy May Cooper), Reverend Francis Seaton (Paul Chahidi), Kayleigh Hudson (Celeste Dring)

This Country

Series 3, Episode 4 - Kurtan's Half-Brother

Kurtan 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.

BBC One Wales. Copyright: BBC 11:40pm (repeat)
Cheaters. Image shows left to right: Fola (Susan Wokoma), Zack (Jack Fox)

Cheaters

Series 2, Episode 7

With 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.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 11:50pm (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Patsy (Joanna Lumley), Edina (Jennifer Saunders). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

2011 Christmas Specials, New Year Special - Job

Edina 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?

U&Dave channel logo 11:50pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Angela Barnes, Hugh Dennis, Ahir Shah, Dara O Briain, Maisie Adam, Rhys James, Jen Brister

Mock The Week

Series 20, Episode 9

Dara 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.

BBC One Wales. Copyright: BBC 11:55pm (repeat)
Cheaters. Image shows left to right: Josh (Joshua McGuire), Fola (Susan Wokoma)

Cheaters

Series 2, Episode 8

As everyone reels from the events of the previous night, some big decisions need to be made.

BBC Three 12:10am (repeat)
The Young Offenders. Image shows from L to R: Conor MacSweeney (Alex Murphy), Jock O'Keeffe (Chris Walley), Dinny Molloy (Ned Dennehy)

The Young Offenders

Series 2, Episode 5

Billy 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.

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45 min version
(repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Victoria Coren Mitchell

Have I Got News For You

Series 68, Episode 8

Writer 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.

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The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Simon Cooper (Joe Thomas), Neil Sutherland (Blake Harrison), Jay Cartwright (James Buckley), Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Series 1, Episode 3

Simon 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.

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Mrs. Brown's Boys. Image shows from L to R: Cathy Brown (Jennifer Gibney), Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll), Rory Brown (Rory Cowan), Mark Brown (Pat Shields). Copyright: BBC / BocPix

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.

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Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Xand van Tulleken, Roisin Conaty, David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack, Maya Jama, Roman Kemp. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 14, Episode 8

Host 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.

BBC Three 12:40am (repeat)
The Young Offenders. Image shows from L to R: Linda Walsh (Demi Isaac Oviawe), Siobhan Walsh (Jennifer Barry), Conor MacSweeney (Alex Murphy), Jock O'Keeffe (Chris Walley), Orla Walsh (Orla Fitzgerald), Mairead MacSweeney (Hilary Rose), Principal Barry Walsh (PJ Gallagher)

The Young Offenders

Series 2, Episode 6

The baby is due and everyone is frustrated with the nonstop arguing of both families, so an ill-advised weekend break for all is organised.

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The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Simon Cooper (Joe Thomas), Neil Sutherland (Blake Harrison), Jay Cartwright (James Buckley), Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Series 1, Episode 4

Will 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.

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Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph), Tracey Stubbs (Linda Robson). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

Series 3, Episode 11 - Schooling

Sharon joins the upper crust and is taken for a ride.

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QI Titles. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series D, Episode 6 - Drinks

With John Sessions, Phill Jupitus and Jimmy Carr.

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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

Christmas Special - The Love Of Three Oranges

After 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.

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Count Abdulla. Image shows left to right: Bhupinder (Haqi Ali), Abdulla Khan (Arian Nik), Amrita (Manpreet Bambra)

Count Abdulla

Episode 5 - The Red Shaadi

Gate-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.

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Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

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.

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The Last Leg. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Adam Hills, Alex Brooker

The Last Leg

Series 31, Episode 6

Adam, Josh and Alex are joined by Lorraine Kelly, Nabil Abdulrashid and Susan Wokoma for the Keir Starmer World Cup semi-finals.

BBC Three 1:40am (repeat)
A Better Place. Image shows left to right: Moira Cameron (Darcy Montagu), Angus Cameron (Jonathan Watson), Archie Cameron (Jacob Topen), Cousin Ron (Ibrahim Clayton)

A Better Place

An oddball trio inherit the failing family funeral business after their father's death.

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Count Abdulla. Image shows left to right: Abdulla Khan (Arian Nik), Amrita (Manpreet Bambra)

Count Abdulla

Episode 6 - The Shadow Over Heathrow

Abdulla'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.

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QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Jo Brand, Stephen Fry, Bill Bailey, Greg Davies. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series M, Episode 6 - Marriage And Matings

With Bill Bailey, Jo Brand and Greg Davies.

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The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Dave Best (Craig Cash), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Antony Royle (Ralf Little)

The Royle Family

Special - The Queen Of Sheba

Nearly 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.

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Never Mind The Buzzcocks. Image shows left to right: Nick Grimshaw, Megaman, Beth Ditto, Greg Davies, Noel Fielding, Kimberly Wyatt, Jamali Maddix

Never Mind The Buzzcocks

Series 32, Episode 8 - Never Mind The Buzzcocks Does The Noughties

Comedy music quiz hosted by Greg Davies, with Beth Ditto, Megaman, Nick Grimshaw and Kimberly Wyatt joining regulars Noel Fielding and Jamali Maddix.

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Junior Taskmaster

Junior Taskmaster

Episode 4 - Overthinking Overthinking

It'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.

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Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Patsy (Joanna Lumley), Edina (Jennifer Saunders). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

2011 Christmas Specials - Identity

There'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...

Comedy Central 3am (repeat)
Tom Allen Absolutely Live. Tom Allen

Tom Allen Absolutely Live

Tom Allen performs for a sell-out crowd at the London Palladium.

Comedy Central Extra 3am (repeat)
Guessable?. Sara Pascoe. Copyright: Tuesday's Child

Guessable?

Series 1, Episode 8

The regulars welcome EastEnders' Natalie Cassidy, Phil Wang, Cariad Lloyd and Larry Dean into their loft to play an array of games.

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Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Patsy (Joanna Lumley), Edina (Jennifer Saunders). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

2011 Christmas Specials, New Year Special - Job

Edina 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?

Comedy Central Extra 3:45am (repeat)
Channel Hopping With Jon Richardson. Nish Kumar. Copyright: Rumpus Media

Channel Hopping With Jon Richardson

Series 2, Episode 2

The 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.

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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Jimmy Carr. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 25 (Channel 4: Series 26), Episode 4

Jimmy Carr hosts as Jon Richardson and Katherine Ryan take on Richard Ayoade and Laura Smyth. Mat Ewins joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner.

Comedy Central Extra 4:30am (repeat)
Rhod Gilbert's Growing Pains. Jeremy Vine

Rhod Gilbert's Growing Pains

Series 4, Episode 2

Jeremy 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.

Talking Pictures TV 5:25am (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 4, Episode 2 - Walter Makes A Bet

Ada'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.

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