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Schedule Thursday 29th May 2025

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7am
10 min
Shaun The Sheep

Shaun The Sheep

Series 7, Episode 5 - Shooting Stars

Bitzer wants to see a shooting star but keeps missing them due to Shaun's antics.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 6:20pm (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, Episode 5 - May The Force Be With You

When Rodney meets an old friend of Del's in the pub, he is duped into taking him back to the Trotter's flat: as Del is showing Grandad a new 'hookie' microwave he has acquired, he is re-acquainted with Detective Slater. The family are arrested and a stand-off situation develops after they all give false statements - until Del surprises everyone...

BBC Radio Wales. Copyright: BBC 6:30pm
30 min
Kiri Pritchard-McLean

Kiri's Comedy Club

Series 5, Episode 5 - Lloyd Langford in Melbourne

Kiri Pritchard-McLean is on tour in Australia. She sat down with Lloyd Langford to talk about his life away from Wales, his career, lockdown, and having a baby with comedian Anne Edmonds.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Matt Forde

The Matt Forde Focus Group

Episode 2 - The Political Silver Bullet

Political discussion show hosted by leading British political comedian Matt Forde.

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

Series 1, Episode 1 - The Man And The Hour

During World War Two, there is a call for ordinary civilians to form a new section of the army: the Local Defence Volunteers. One man plans to lead them - but is the local bank manager right for the job?

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?

Series 7, Episode 6

In this episode, David Mitchell is joined by Sarah Millican and Jon Richardson, and Lee Mack is joined by David Harewood and Bob Mortimer.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 7:40pm (repeat)
The Good Life. Image shows from L to R: Margo Leadbetter (Penelope Keith), Tom Good (Richard Briers), Jerry Leadbetter (Paul Eddington), Barbara Good (Felicity Kendal). Copyright: BBC

The Good Life

Series 1, Episode 5 - The Thing In The Cellar

As the Goods are removed from the electricity grid, Tom builds a generator to turn the waste from their animals into electricity. However, when it's finally called into use, the generator packs up, and Tom grovels to Jerry for use of his freezer.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
Rob And Romesh Vs. Image shows left to right: Rob Beckett, Romesh Ranganathan

Rob And Romesh Vs

Series 5, Episode 2 - K-Pop

Comedians Rob Beckett and Romesh Ranganathan enter the world of the music phenomenon of K-Pop. They start their journey at a sold-out NCT Dream gig at Wembley Arena, then head to South Korea to learn about the genre.

BBC Three 8:05pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Smithy (James Corden). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 2, Episode 4

Mick becomes a minor celebrity for the night after appearing on the news.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 8:20pm (repeat)
The Good Life. Image shows from L to R: Margo Leadbetter (Penelope Keith), Tom Good (Richard Briers), Jerry Leadbetter (Paul Eddington), Barbara Good (Felicity Kendal). Copyright: BBC

The Good Life

Series 1, Episode 6 - The Pagan Rite

After a proposal from his old boss, Tom decides to take on some freelance work in order to treat Barbara to the pampering she misses from their old life. Barbara is furious as she thinks Tom has given up the dream but when she finds out it is for her she is extremely grateful.

BBC Three 8:30pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Mick (Larry Lamb), Pam (Alison Steadman), Smithy (James Corden). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 2, Episode 5

It's Gwen's birthday and Bryn has arranged a special surprise treat.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Still Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Granville (David Jason), Kath Agnew (Sally Lindsay). Copyright: BBC

Still Open All Hours

Series 1, Episode 4

Granville's big ambitions to open his very own coffee shop cause quite a stir in the neighbourhood. Mrs Dawlish, a snobbish local, pays a visit and cannot believe such a corner shop still exists - can Granville find a clever way to make some money from her? Meanwhile Eric looks after his depressed brother-in-law all day.

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

QI

Series K, Episode 8 - Keys

With Bill Bailey, Isy Suttie and Tim Minchin.

BBC Three 9pm (repeat)
Daddy Issues. Image shows left to right: Malcolm (David Morrissey), Derek (David Fynn)

Daddy Issues

Episode 3 - Sugar Daddies

Gemma receives dodgy life advice from her incarcerated sister Catherine and Rita, her alcoholic boss. Worried that she will be having the baby alone, she enlists Cherry to help her find a suitable, ideally rich, father for her unborn child. Meanwhile, Malcolm thinks he has found love with a woman online. Gemma educates him on the perils of catfishing - but Derek encourages Malcolm to meet her.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm
60 min
Taskmaster. Image shows left to right: Alex Horne, Fatiha El-Ghorri

Taskmaster

Series 19, Episode 5 - Maybe We're The Monsters

The five comics vying to win Greg Davies' golden head experience some moments of real discovery, as Rosie Ramsey has a revelation about monster identity, Stevie Martin finds a new use for her nail varnish and Jason Mantzoukas learns that lollipop ladies exist. Alex Horne gets comfy by a campfire to hear Fatiha El-Ghorri tell a disturbing story about a goat, before he's compelled to join in with Mathew Baynton's ode to storage.

BBC Three 9:25pm (repeat)
Daddy Issues. Jess (Claire Keelan)

Daddy Issues

Episode 4 - Garden Sliders

Gemma attends birthing classes led by a very eccentric antenatal teacher. Realising she needs more support, she seeks advice from her aunt Jess, Malcolm's sister. Malcolm and Gemma are invited to Jess and her domineering husband Tyrone's new house for a party. Malcolm is scared of Tyrone, who intimidates him with his new hot tub.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 9:40pm (repeat)
Harry Enfield's Television Programme. Harry Enfield. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Harry Enfield's Television Programme

Series 1, Episode 6

Comic caricatures from Harry Enfield assisted by Paul Whitehouse and Kathy Burke.

BBC Three 9:50pm
15 min
Danielle Does Life. Danielle Vitalis

Danielle Does Life

Danielle Vitalis stars in this comedy show exploring human exchanges and the funny unspoken rules of modern interaction. Sketches include the driving instructor from hell, a trifling West Indian judge and a podcaster who will say sorry for anything if it means more money and more followers.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
60 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Marianna Spring. Credit: Hat Trick Productions

Have I Got News For You

Series 67, Episode 1

The guest presenter for this opening episode is newsreader and Mastermind host Clive Myrie. Jon Richardson returns as a panellist while journalist Marianna Spring makes her debut.

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
Detectorists. Image shows from L to R: Lance Stater (Toby Jones), Toni (Rebecca Callard)

Detectorists

Series 3, Episode 2

Just as they're losing their farm, Lance and Andy start finding good stuff. But old enemies are sniffing around. Home lives are chaotic as usual and Lance is persuaded to try hypnotherapy for an awkward affliction. With mixed results.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
30 min
The Horne Section TV Show

The Horne Section TV Show

Series 2, Episode 3 - The Cancellation

Somehow, The Horne Section TV Show is still on air, and everyone is very excited about this week's special guest: Victor Flamencito. Things go smoothly until something terrible happens in the studio. Alex is insistent that the show must go on.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 10:20pm (repeat)
The Fast Show. Image shows from L to R: Paul Whitehouse, Simon Day, Arabella Weir, John Thomson, Caroline Aherne, Charlie Higson, Mark Williams. Copyright: BBC

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.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:30pm
30 min
The Horne Section TV Show

The Horne Section TV Show

Series 2, Episode 4 - The Haunting

Channel 4's new gimmick means The Horne Section TV Show must 'collab' with Europe's Most Haunted House to produce the spooky The Europe's Most Haunted House TV Show. Alex is excited, but Joe is worried his haunted bald patch might cause problems.

Radio 4 10:45pm
15 min
Naomi Wood

Shakedowns In Hyperspace

Episode 4 - Spite, Sucker, Clip

It's 2037, and breaking up in space is hard to do, even with retro Pokemon hunts for distraction, as one married couple discover on their final mission. Read by Rose Robinson.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Lee (Lee Mack), Daisy (Katy Wix), Tim (Tim Vine). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 4, Episode 5 - Fireworks

An old lady wanders into Lucy's flat and joins Lee on the sofa. When it becomes clear that she doesn't know who she is, Lee throws her out only to discover that she has a rich son who always pays a handsome reward to the person who brings her home.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Rob Beckett, Jimmy Carr, Aisling Bea. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 20, Episode 5

In their quest to uncover the nation's most popular talking points, Rob Beckett is joined by Lethal Bizzle and Tiff Stevenson, while Aisling Bea's team is Jessica Knappett and Nish Kumar.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 11:40pm (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, Episode 5 - May The Force Be With You

When Rodney meets an old friend of Del's in the pub, he is duped into taking him back to the Trotter's flat: as Del is showing Grandad a new 'hookie' microwave he has acquired, he is re-acquainted with Detective Slater. The family are arrested and a stand-off situation develops after they all give false statements - until Del surprises everyone...

U&Dave channel logo 11:50pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 14, Episode 4

Dara O Briain hosts the topical comedy show. Featuring guests Rob Beckett, Miles Jupp, Romesh Ranganathan and Tiff Stevenson.

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