Schedule Monday 17th December 2018
Curtain Up
A provincial theatre repertory company is thrown into disarray by a new play.
Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 21 - Fitting TogetherThe Twirlywoos learn how to fit pipes together when they create a surprising water feature, and the Very Important Lady falls apart and needs some help fitting back together.
Flying The Flag
Episode 2.4, The Opium of the People: It may be Glorious Reindeer Day, but light bulbs and tolerance are in short supply.
The Green Green Grass
Series 3, Special - The Special RelationshipBoycie is asked to turn detective when an unexpected visitor arrives at Winterdown Farm with a secret from the past that, if confirmed, will have massive consequences for one member of the staff.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 42 - The Tech SpecsDennis is blamed for a theft he didn't commit, and Mrs Creecher's new super-powered tech specs mean she can suddenly see way too well. She teams up with Sergeant Slipper to track down fugitive Dennis who has to somehow hide from the all-seeing tech specs so he can prove his innocence and find the real culprit.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 32 - Wicked LeaksPenfold's addiction to social media leads to the Baron turning all of DM's secrets against him, in a plot to deflate the planet.
I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue
Series 70, Episode 5The godfather of all panel shows pays a visit to Venue Cymru in Llandudno. Regular Tim Brooke-Taylor is joined on the panel by programme stalwarts Susan Calman, Richard Osman and Rob Brydon with Jack Dee in the chair.
My Family
Series 8, Christmas Special - Have An Unhappy ChristmasA festive edition of the family sitcom sees Ben's efforts to buy Susan's Christmas present getting him into trouble, while Susan's letter from The Palace means a change of holiday plans for everyone.
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 43 - Bird Migration: Spain And AfricaThe Go Jetters are on the Strait of Gibraltar in southern Spain, working with a team of conservationists to track and follow a group of baby storks on their journey from Spain to Africa.
Class Dismissed
Series 1, Episode 8 - OfstedDockbridge High is being inspected by Ofsted. Can the school pass with flying colours?
Hancock's Half Hour
Series 5, Episode 9 - The Americans Hit TownAnthony Aloysius St John Hancock is a loser whose plans and aspirations are continually ruined by bad luck, Sidney Balmoral James or, more often than not, by his own pomposity and ambition.
Parsley Sidings
Series 1, Episode 10 - Goodbye Parsley SidingsHorace gets a promotion and leaves Parsley Sidings. However, the vile replacement Mr Trimwick causes the staff to demand the return of their old boss.
Justin's House
Series 2, Episode 15 - Just For FunSpecial guest Mister Makes helps bring all the fun of the fair to Justin's house, plus a very cheeky little ghost is on the loose from the Ghost Train.
Just A Minute
Series 61, Episode 5Nicholas Parsons returns with another helping of silly Just A Minute games.
Only Fools And Horses
Christmas Special - DatesDel attempts to meet his dream woman at a dating agency after seeing Trigger have some success. Meanwhile, Uncle Albert is dropping heavy hints about his impending birthday...
Sooty
Series 3, Episode 6 - Just DessertsThe gang open an ice cream parlour with disastrous results. Guest starring John Challis.
King Street Junior
King Street Junior Revisited 2, Episode 4 - Love AllThere is romance in the air for Miss Lewis and a painful little problem for Mr. Long.
Twirlywoos
Series 1, Episode 1 - FullThe Twirlywoos are in a kitchen, where they watch a man turn on a tap and fill a glass with water. When he leaves, the Twirlywoos come out and turn the tap on. They fill a glass with water and then start to find other things around the kitchen to fill up.
Minder
Series 9, Episode 12 - A Taste Of MoneyLong-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.
To The Manor Born
Series 1, Christmas SpecialIt's Audrey's first Christmas outside of Grantleigh, and Mrs fforbes-Hamilton is feeling rather hard-done-by with DeVere having inherited most of her traditional festive duties.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 15 - Nurse!Envious of all the attention his landlady receives when she breaks her leg, Mr Bean pretends to break his leg too. Then in hospital, he encounters the matron from hell!
Boomers
Christmas SpecialIt's Christmas Eve, and the three couples have reached the Eurotunnel in Calais, returning from a long weekend visiting the Christmas markets in Cologne.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 16 - Dead CatWhile trying to redecorate the hall, Bean is obstructed at every turn by his landlady's vile one-eyed cat. Bean pops it in the dustbin to keep it out of the way for a while. Just his luck that it is rubbish collection day.
Chain Reaction
Series 12, Episode 6 - Tim Vine interviews Sir Ken DoddIn the final edition of this series, Tim Vine arrives in Liverpool to interview a bone fide comedy legend - Sir Ken Dodd. Recorded at the Bluecoat in Liverpool, Tim talks to Ken about his long career, the length of his live shows, and performs a Liverpudlian version of Hamlet.
The Two Ronnies
Series 4, Episode 1Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.
Hancock's Half Hour
Series 5, Episode 9 - The Americans Hit TownAnthony Aloysius St John Hancock is a loser whose plans and aspirations are continually ruined by bad luck, Sidney Balmoral James or, more often than not, by his own pomposity and ambition.
The Good Life
Christmas Special - Silly, But It's Fun....When the Leadbetter Christmas is cancelled, Tom and Barbara save the day by inviting them over for a self-sufficient Christmas that cost only 15p.
Parsley Sidings
Series 1, Episode 10 - Goodbye Parsley SidingsHorace gets a promotion and leaves Parsley Sidings. However, the vile replacement Mr Trimwick causes the staff to demand the return of their old boss.
Meet The Adebanjos
Series 2, Episode 8 - Sade's PaintingSade has a big art exhibition but Bayo wants her to go to a law open day. Funke tries to cater for a big food order behind Tony's back.
A Grand Day Out With Wallace And Gromit
Oscar-nominated claymation in which a Yorkshireman and his canine companion venture to the Moon.
Meet The Adebanjos
Series 2, Episode 9 - Dad's BirthdayInspired by Obama's book, Bayo decides to take up golf for his birthday. Funke pretends to an old friend from Nigeria that she is a big hotshot and owns the café.
My Family
Series 8, Christmas Special - Have An Unhappy ChristmasA festive edition of the family sitcom sees Ben's efforts to buy Susan's Christmas present getting him into trouble, while Susan's letter from The Palace means a change of holiday plans for everyone.
Twirlywoos
Series 1, Episode 2 - UnderneathThe Twirlywoos learn about underneath when they visit a hat shop. Back in the boat, the Box brings a rainbow for the Twirlywoos to dance underneath.
Lovejoy
Series 4, Episode 6 - Judgment Of SolomonLovejoy and Gimbert are in pursuit of a priceless collection ofjudaica which has mysteriously appeared in an Essex cottage.
The Old Dark House
American-British remake of a 1930s comedy horror film.
Porridge
Christmas Special - The Desperate HoursHauled in front of the governor after being caught with illicit Christmas booze, Fletcher and Godber become embroiled in Urwin's escape bid as he holds Mr Barrowclough and the governor's secretary hostage.
Minder
Series 9, Episode 13 - For A Few Dollars MoreLong-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 2, Christmas Special - We Wish Ewe A Merry ChristmasShaun discovers that the farmer will be spending Christmas Day alone. The animals work through the night festooning the farmhouse with decorations, so that the farmer wakes up to the most magical Christmas he has ever experienced.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 15 - Nurse!Envious of all the attention his landlady receives when she breaks her leg, Mr Bean pretends to break his leg too. Then in hospital, he encounters the matron from hell!
Meet Me Tonight
A repeat of this 1952 film.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 16 - Dead CatWhile trying to redecorate the hall, Bean is obstructed at every turn by his landlady's vile one-eyed cat. Bean pops it in the dustbin to keep it out of the way for a while. Just his luck that it is rubbish collection day.
Only Fools And Horses
Christmas Special - DatesDel attempts to meet his dream woman at a dating agency after seeing Trigger have some success. Meanwhile, Uncle Albert is dropping heavy hints about his impending birthday...
Just A Minute
Series 61, Episode 5Nicholas Parsons returns with another helping of silly Just A Minute games.
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 32 - Car WashMr Bean builds a car washing machine that attracts all manner of customers.
Hank Zipzer
Christmas Special - Hank Zipzer's Christmas Catastrophe90 minute feature film Christmas special. No-one loves yuletide like Hank Zipzer and this year, with a new baby brother on the way, Hank means to have the Best. Christmas. Ever! But Hank's life never runs smoothly and soon Miss Adolf is turning Mr Rock's Rudolph the Rock'n'Roll Reindeer into a one-woman Christmas Carol.
King Street Junior
King Street Junior Revisited 2, Episode 4 - Love AllThere is romance in the air for Miss Lewis and a painful little problem for Mr. Long.
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 33 - Where Did You Get That Cat?Mr Bean chases Scrapper around Mrs Wicket's flat but her sideboard tumbles over, he is horrified to think he has squashed poor Scrapper.
Flying The Flag
Episode 2.4, The Opium of the People: It may be Glorious Reindeer Day, but light bulbs and tolerance are in short supply.
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!
I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue
Series 70, Episode 5The godfather of all panel shows pays a visit to Venue Cymru in Llandudno. Regular Tim Brooke-Taylor is joined on the panel by programme stalwarts Susan Calman, Richard Osman and Rob Brydon with Jack Dee in the chair.
The Good Life
Christmas Special - Silly, But It's Fun....When the Leadbetter Christmas is cancelled, Tom and Barbara save the day by inviting them over for a self-sufficient Christmas that cost only 15p.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 6, Episode 7Lee Mack is joined by Huw Edwards and Sarah Millican, and David Mitchell is joined by Bradley Walsh and Josie Lawrence.
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Christmas Special - MeltedThe world's greatest secret agent Danger Mouse is on song once again, in this Christmas double-length musical special of the high-octane, action-packed animated adventures.
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.
I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue
Series 70, Episode 6Back for a second week at Venue Cymru in Llandudno, Tim Brooke-Taylor is joined on the panel by programme stalwarts Susan Calman, Richard Osman and Rob Brydon with Jack Dee in the chair.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 6, Episode 8Rob Brydon, Lee Mack and David Mitchell are joined by Emily Maitlis, Jack Whitehall, Jim Carter and Armando Iannucci.
Goodnight Sweetheart
A selection of episodes from the fifth series of the time-travel sitcom.
Porridge
Series 2, Christmas Special - No Way OutFletcher plans to spend Christmas in hospital to avoid being press-ganged into Grouty's latest scheme to spring a fellow prisoner. His plan backfires when Grouty finds out about his upcoming civilian hospital appointment and gives him a vital role in proceedings.
Only Fools And Horses
Christmas Special - Mother Nature's SonRodney's talk of environmental pollution brings him a strange ally when Del becomes a friend of the Earth. Of course, he's got a scam going and it involves a joint venture with the Water Board - but they are a silent partner!
Horrible Histories
Series 3, Episode 2There is plenty of "goo and poo" today, as some medieval knights discover the most disgusting way to attack a castle.
Hancock's Half Hour
Series 5, Episode 9 - The Americans Hit TownAnthony Aloysius St John Hancock is a loser whose plans and aspirations are continually ruined by bad luck, Sidney Balmoral James or, more often than not, by his own pomposity and ambition.
Hank Zipzer
Christmas Special - Hank Zipzer's Christmas Catastrophe90 minute feature film Christmas special. No-one loves yuletide like Hank Zipzer and this year, with a new baby brother on the way, Hank means to have the Best. Christmas. Ever! But Hank's life never runs smoothly and soon Miss Adolf is turning Mr Rock's Rudolph the Rock'n'Roll Reindeer into a one-woman Christmas Carol.
Parsley Sidings
Series 1, Episode 10 - Goodbye Parsley SidingsHorace gets a promotion and leaves Parsley Sidings. However, the vile replacement Mr Trimwick causes the staff to demand the return of their old boss.
Porridge
Christmas Special - The Desperate HoursHauled in front of the governor after being caught with illicit Christmas booze, Fletcher and Godber become embroiled in Urwin's escape bid as he holds Mr Barrowclough and the governor's secretary hostage.
A League Of Their Own
Series 11, Christmas SpecialJames Corden, Jack Whitehall, Freddie Flintoff and Jamie Redknapp serve up some Yuletide high jinks in comedy sports quiz.
Porridge
Series 2, Christmas Special - No Way OutFletcher plans to spend Christmas in hospital to avoid being press-ganged into Grouty's latest scheme to spring a fellow prisoner. His plan backfires when Grouty finds out about his upcoming civilian hospital appointment and gives him a vital role in proceedings.
Trollied
Christmas Special - The RobberyIt's Christmas Eve but all is not well. A hapless team of criminals are planning to nick the takings: can Gavin save the day?
Father Ted
Series 2, Christmas Special - A Christmassy TedWhen Ted's quick thinking saves a group of Priests - and the Catholic church - from a major embarrassment (involving lingerie) at Christmas, he is given the prestigious Golden Cleric award. But on Craggy Island, nothing is as simple as it seems... Apart from Dougal.
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 7, Highlights Special - Christmas Highlights SpecialIn this special Christmas episode, Russell Howard offers up all the best bits from the current series of Good News, alongside previously unseen material.
Dave's Advent Calendar
Episode 17 - Mary Had A Little Baby Boy By Jamie DemetriouJamie Demetriou sings the real story of Christmas - including the funniest ever joke ever about Christmas. Ever.
Eric, Ernie And Me
A one-off comedy drama telling the story of comedy scriptwriter Eddie Braben.
Romesh's Look Back To The Future
Episode 1 - 2018Romesh Ranganathan, Richard Osman, Katherine Ryan and Danny Dyer made big predictions for 2018. Now they confront their hologram selves to see if they came true.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 16, Episode 2Sean and Jon are joined in their quest to uncover the public's most popular taking points by guests Richard Hammond, Carol Vorderman, Paul Foot and Matt Forde.
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.
The Royle Family
Series 2, Christmas SpecialIt's Christmas, and Denise is just about ready to pop. As the family begin to disperse from the Royles' after the customary meal, their world looks set to change forever.
People Just Do Nothing
Series 5, Episode 6It's the end of Kurupt FM, and as Grindah bids farewell to Brentford, Beats has planned a final send off before his big move. Miche has high expectations for her leaving do at the salon and Chabuddy starts up a new business venture. Steves reaps the benefits of his new gardening skills and gains a new flatmate.
Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish
Series 3, Episode 2 - The Veneer Of CivilisationModern life has a lot to answer for as Mr Gorman gives it a grilling. Dave laments the death of the queue and considers ATM etiquette.
I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue
Series 70, Episode 5The godfather of all panel shows pays a visit to Venue Cymru in Llandudno. Regular Tim Brooke-Taylor is joined on the panel by programme stalwarts Susan Calman, Richard Osman and Rob Brydon with Jack Dee in the chair.
Steptoe And Son
Series 7, Christmas SpecialAlbert Steptoe and his son Harold run a rag and bone business. Harold wants to move on in the world and leave home but his plans are always thwarted.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 10 (Channel 4: Series 11), Christmas SpecialJimmy Carr hosts this festive show with Sean Lock and Kathy Burke who take on Jon Richardson and Russell Howard. Joe Lycett joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, with Rachel Riley and Joe Wilkinson.
Tina C's Global Depression Tour
Episode 3 - AustraliaTina C continues her tour to prove she can come up with a solution to the global recession. This episode is in Australia.
Have I Got News For You
Series 56, Episode 10Ian and Paul return for another look at the headlines, with guest host Gary Lineker and panellists Tom Allen and Ayesha Hazarika.
Walliams & Friend
Christmas Special - Hugh BonnevilleHugh Bonneville partners with David Walliams for a variety of comedy sketches. Hugh demonstrates his comic versatility as he plays roles as diverse as Lord Alan Sugar dishing out the hardest ever Apprentice tasks, and even the Countess of Grantham in her new commercial.
Porridge
A selection of episodes from the second series of the prison-based sitcom.
Comedy Legends
Series 1, Episode 1 - Tommy CooperBarry Cryer pays tribute to the heroes of comedy who he has worked with over his many years in the business, starting with Tommy Cooper.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 6, Episode 7Lee Mack is joined by Huw Edwards and Sarah Millican, and David Mitchell is joined by Bradley Walsh and Josie Lawrence.
Dead Ringers
2018 Christmas Specials, Episode 2It's been a week of panic, turmoil and last-minute fight-fighting for the writers as they cope with panic, turmoil and last-minute fire-fighting in Westminster.
Micky Flanagan's Out Out Tour
Television edit of the hit 2011 stand-up show The Out Out Tour Live, by East End comic Micky Flanagan.
Bad Education
Series 2, Christmas SpecialFollowing Pickwell's departure, Mr Fraser appoints Alfie writer and director of the annual Christmas play: will it be Robocop or The Nutcracker? Miss Gulliver's keen that he and his class help at the soup kitchen.
The Graham Norton Show
Series 24, Episode 11 - Jason Momoa, Dame Darcey Bussell, Bill Bailey, Little MixJason Mamoa admits he hasn't yet seen his new movie, Darcey Bussell reveals she was overwhelmed receiving her damehood, Bill Bailey says rumours of his death were greatly exaggerated and Little Mix performs live in the studio.
Pleased To Meet You
Episode 3.1, A Very Dora Christmas: Theatre veteran Dora Dale puts the 'X' into Xmas with saucy festive yarns.
Trollied
Christmas Special - The RobberyIt's Christmas Eve but all is not well. A hapless team of criminals are planning to nick the takings: can Gavin save the day?
Have I Got News For You
Series 56, Episode 10Ian and Paul return for another look at the headlines, with guest host Gary Lineker and panellists Tom Allen and Ayesha Hazarika.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 6, Episode 8Rob Brydon, Lee Mack and David Mitchell are joined by Emily Maitlis, Jack Whitehall, Jim Carter and Armando Iannucci.
The Fast Show
The Fast Show Night, Out-takes - You Ain't Seen These, Right?A compilation of previously unseen sketches from The Fast Show, including Road Rage, Richard, the King, and Mid Life Crisis Man.
Stand Up Central
Series 2, Episode 3Russell Howard talks adult colouring-in books and gluten; plus answers questions on the Queen's seduction methods, STD penguins. His guests are Chris Ramsey and Yuriko Kotani.
Mark Lawson Talks to... Galton & Simpson
Steptoe and Son creators Alan Galton and Ray Simpson in conversation with Mark Lawson.
The Graham Norton Show
Series 24, Episode 11 - Jason Momoa, Dame Darcey Bussell, Bill Bailey, Little MixJason Mamoa admits he hasn't yet seen his new movie, Darcey Bussell reveals she was overwhelmed receiving her damehood, Bill Bailey says rumours of his death were greatly exaggerated and Little Mix performs live in the studio.
The Royle Family
Series 2, Christmas SpecialIt's Christmas, and Denise is just about ready to pop. As the family begin to disperse from the Royles' after the customary meal, their world looks set to change forever.
Stand Up Central
Series 2, Episode 4Russell Howard talks Tom Jones, pant throwing and RnB music with a West Country edge. His guests are Kiri Pritchard-McLean and James Acaster.
Romesh's Look Back To The Future
Romesh Ranganathan hosts a show in which three guests have to predict the future, supported by hologram versions of themselves.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 15, Episode 9Host Jimmy Carr and team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by celebrity guests Jimeoin, Joe Wilkinson, Nancy Dell'Olio and Greg Rutherford.
Lovejoy
Series 4, Episode 6 - Judgment Of SolomonLovejoy and Gimbert are in pursuit of a priceless collection ofjudaica which has mysteriously appeared in an Essex cottage.
Al Murray's Make Christmas Great Again
Festive comedy special hosted by Al Murray as The Pub Landlord.
Boomers
Christmas SpecialIt's Christmas Eve, and the three couples have reached the Eurotunnel in Calais, returning from a long weekend visiting the Christmas markets in Cologne.
Brexit Stage Left
Episode 3 - BerlinFern Brady hates holidays and travel, so obviously Jamali Maddix recruited her into his band of merry-makers for this European Comedy Tour. This episode sees Fern reluctantly trip around the European "Capital-Of-Cool" Berlin with Alfie Brown.
Tommy Cooper
Episode 11Tommy Cooper presents his own show, with sketches and special guests. Featuring Diana Dors.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 10 (Channel 4: Series 11), Christmas SpecialJimmy Carr hosts this festive show with Sean Lock and Kathy Burke who take on Jon Richardson and Russell Howard. Joe Lycett joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, with Rachel Riley and Joe Wilkinson.
Brexit Stage Left
Episode 4 - DublinAs the door to Europe slowly closes, Sean McLoughlin takes a cynical sniff around his untapped Irish heritage with Fern Brady in tow, realising that an Irish passport might be his last chance of staying in the EU.
Bad Education
Series 2, Christmas SpecialFollowing Pickwell's departure, Mr Fraser appoints Alfie writer and director of the annual Christmas play: will it be Robocop or The Nutcracker? Miss Gulliver's keen that he and his class help at the soup kitchen.
Bread
Series 1, Episode 4A photographer offers Aveline more money for a nude shoot and is made to wish he hadn't, while Jack makes an inauspicious entry into the art world.
A Gert Lush Christmas
One-off comedy special from siblings Russell Howard and Kerry Howard.
School For Sex
Bankrupted by a series of devious wives, Giles Wingate begins training other young women in the same underhand tricks.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 14, Christmas SpecialWith lots of Christmas-themed questions and a sprinkling of tinsel, 8 Out Of 10 Cats celebrates the season of goodwill in true festive style. Guests up for yuletide fun include Sarah Millican, Stephen Mangan and Joe Wilkinson.
Just A Minute
Series 61, Episode 5Nicholas Parsons returns with another helping of silly Just A Minute games.
King Street Junior
King Street Junior Revisited 2, Episode 4 - Love AllThere is romance in the air for Miss Lewis and a painful little problem for Mr. Long.
Duck Quacks Don't Echo
Series 1, Episode 2Olivia Colman, Rhod Gilbert and The Great British Bake Off judge Paul Hollywood attempt to out-fact each other.
Flying The Flag
Episode 2.4, The Opium of the People: It may be Glorious Reindeer Day, but light bulbs and tolerance are in short supply.
I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue
Series 70, Episode 5The godfather of all panel shows pays a visit to Venue Cymru in Llandudno. Regular Tim Brooke-Taylor is joined on the panel by programme stalwarts Susan Calman, Richard Osman and Rob Brydon with Jack Dee in the chair.