British Comedy Guide

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TV schedule Thursday 26th December 2024

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

Would I Lie To You?

A selection of three episodes from the lie-based panel game.

BBC Four 8pm (repeat)
The Morecambe & Wise Show. Image shows from L to R: Eric Morecambe, Ernie Wise. Copyright: BBC

The Morecambe & Wise Show

Series 2, Christmas Special - The Morecambe & Wise Christmas Show

Sketch series starring comedy legends Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise, plus a string of top-name celebrity guests.

BBC Three 8:40pm (repeat)
Ghosts. Lady Button (Martha Howe-Douglas)

Ghosts

Series 4, Christmas Special - It's Behind You

The Ghosts, touched by Alison's thoughtful generosity, are inspired to give her a special Christmas present in return - but with Alison due back in a matter of hours, can they pull off their ambitious plan in time? Mike's loaded Tupperware comes in handy when their journey hits a bump in the road, forcing them to reassess their Christmas day plans. And Kitty gets her moment in the spotlight thanks to a much-needed pep talk from a surprising source.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9pm
40 min
Blankety Blank. Bradley Walsh

Blankety Blank

Christmas Special

Bradley's back with a very special Christmassy edition of Blankety Blank. Joining him are Jane McDonald, Joel Dommett, Jonathan Ross, Oti Mabuse, Sara Pascoe and The Vivienne.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Sandi Toksvig. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

A selection of episodes from Series R.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 9pm
75 min
Micky Flanagan

Micky Flanagan: If We Ever Needed It

A stand-up show by the comedian, who discusses life since turning 60 and growing older and reflects on the changes in the world around him.

BBC Four 9pm (repeat)
One Foot In The Grave. Image shows from L to R: Margaret Meldrew (Annette Crosbie), Victor Meldrew (Richard Wilson). Copyright: BBC

One Foot In The Grave

Series 5, Christmas Special - The Wisdom Of The Witch

The Meldrews have a tarot reading that prophesies disaster for Victor. Patrick and Pippa sell their home, but a house clearance crew are mistaken for their removal men. Patrick and Victor get snowed in at an old house with a jealous boyfriend and a huge spider.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:40pm
45 min
Outnumbered. Image shows left to right: Ben (Daniel Roche), Karen (Ramona Marquez), Pete (Hugh Dennis), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey), Sue (Claire Skinner)

Outnumbered

Christmas Special

In a moment of adversity, Sue and Pete gather all their offspring, including one grandchild, to try to celebrate a traditional family Christmas.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm (repeat)
The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Simon Cooper (Joe Thomas), Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird), Neil Sutherland (Blake Harrison), Jay Cartwright (James Buckley). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Series 3, Episode 3 - Will's Dilemma

Simon and his new girlfriend Tara go on a double date with Will and her friend Kerry.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 10pm
30 min
Only Child. Image shows left to right: Richard (Greg McHugh), Ken (Gregor Fisher)

Only Child

Episode 6 - The Long Goodbye

Richard struggles with finding the right time to tell Ken his big news as the two of them spend the day touring Forres in search of the ideal spot to scatter Jean's ashes.

BBC Four 10pm (repeat)
BBC Four

Dave Allen

Easter Special

Sketches and stand-up from Dave Allen.

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

Ricky Gervais: Politics

Ricky Gervais's sell-out live show looking at the world of politics.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 10:20pm (repeat)
Ghosts. Image shows from L to R: Robin (Laurence Rickard), Humphrey (Laurence Rickard), Mary (Katy Wix), Thomas (Mathew Baynton), Alison (Charlotte Ritchie), Kitty (Lolly Adefope), Mike (Kiell Smith-Bynoe), Captain (Ben Willbond), Pat (Jim Howick), Lady Button (Martha Howe-Douglas), Julian (Simon Farnaby). Copyright: Monumental Pictures

Ghosts

A selection of episodes from the third series of the supernatural sitcom.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 10:30pm (repeat)
Mr Bigstuff. Image shows left to right: Lee (Danny Dyer), Glen (Ryan Sampson)

Mr. Bigstuff

A repeat=run of the entire first series.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:35pm (repeat)
The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Simon Cooper (Joe Thomas), Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird), Neil Sutherland (Blake Harrison), Jay Cartwright (James Buckley). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Series 3, Episode 4 - The Trip To Warwick

Simon and his new girlfriend Tara are going to visit her sister at university.

BBC Three 10:40pm (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Jonny Keogh (Ralf Little), Janet (Sheridan Smith), Louise (Kathryn Drysdale), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 4, Episode 6 - Mate Date

Kate hopes she and Jonny didn't keep Janet awake with their noisy lovemaking in her house. Janet loses her temper, apologises and explains that she's nervous - there's a new boss starting at the bakery.

BBC Four 10:55pm (repeat)
BBC Four

The Lenny Henry Christmas Special

A special festive show from Lenny Henry.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm
60 min version
(repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Jon Richardson

Have I Got News For You

Series 63, Episode 9

Jon Richardson hosts for the first time, with Ian and Paul joined by Labour peer and journalist Joan Bakewell, and comedian Phil Wang.

BBC Three 11:10pm (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Jonny Keogh (Ralf Little), Janet (Sheridan Smith), Louise (Kathryn Drysdale), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 4, Episode 7 - Homeless And Horny

Gaz can't get an erection. He's worried but won't tell Donna. She tells him she's a meeting with her fanciable personal tutor. Jonny realises he hasn't enough money to buy a drink. Louise cuts Janet's cigarette break short - literally!

BBC Two 11:25pm (repeat)
And Now For Something Completely Different

And Now For Something Completely Different

Big screen version of the Monty Python TV series in which the team re-perform some of their most famous sketches.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

A selection of episodes from the 11th series of the lie-based panel game.

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