British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide
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Schedule Thursday 3rd July 2025

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 6pm (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 3, Episode 5 - Fifteen Minutes

Boycie can't believe that his staff are auditioning for a reality TV show, but the lure of fame proves too much to resist. Marlene has some plans of her own for when he's away.

BBC Radio Wales. Copyright: BBC 6:30pm
30 min
Beena And Amrit. Image shows from L to R: Amrit (Shobna Gulati), Beena (Priya Hall)

Beena And Amrit

Series 3, Episode 2

The sitcom returns.

Radio 4 6:30pm
30 min
Ashley Blaker's Hyperfixations. Ashley Blaker

Ashley Blaker's Hyperfixations

Episode 1 - 17th Century English History

When a comedian is diagnosed as autistic, suddenly everything makes sense. Each week, Ashley unpicks his complex web of 'hyperfixations' - one obsession at a time. Episode 1 is the (probably) surprising subject of 17th Century English history which Ashley studied at both Oxford and Cambridge where he sought to become the first Jewish expert in 17th century church history.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 6:40pm (repeat)
Are You Being Served?. Image shows from L to R: Mrs. Betty Slocombe (Mollie Sugden), Miss Shirley Brahms (Wendy Richard), Mr. Dick Lucas (Trevor Bannister), Mr. Cuthbert Rumbold (Nicholas Smith), Mr. Mash (Larry Martyn), Mr. Ernest Grainger (Arthur Brough), Mr. Wilberforce Humphries (John Inman), Captain Stephen Peacock (Frank Thornton). Copyright: BBC

Are You Being Served?

Series 3, Episode 8 - New Look

The staff are brought together yet again to brainstorm ideas for boosting sales. Mrs. Slocombe is adamant the store needs to update its look, and suggests trialing loudspeaker promotional announcements.

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

Would I Lie To You?

Series 10, Episode 1

With Romesh Ranganathan, Martin Kemp, Mel Giedroyc and David Haye.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 7:20pm (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

Series 4, Episode 5 - Don't Fence Me In

The platoon replace the resident guards at Walmington's local prison-of-war camp. The fact that the camp is full of Italians instead of Germans makes the job less appealing, but things become more interesting when it is suspected that Walker is helping the prisoners to escape.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 8pm (repeat)
Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Nurse Gladys Emmanuel (Lynda Baron), Granville (David Jason), Albert Arkwright (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: BBC

Open All Hours

Series 1, Episode 5 - Well Catered Funeral

His best friend's funeral tests Arkwright's generosity to a painfull degree.

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

Rob And Romesh Vs

F1, Episode 2 - Monaco Pt 2

Rob Beckett and Romesh Ranganathan continue their Formula 1 journey in Monaco, hanging out with driver George Russell, before Rob finally takes his manual driving test.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 8:40pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Alice Tinker (Emma Chambers), Hugo Horton (James Fleet). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 2, Episode 1 - Dibley Live

To celebrate the 650th year since Dibley's founding, Geraldine arranges a special licence to run their own local radio station. All of the villagers lend a hand in the week-long event, and Frank has a particular secret to impart. Meanwhile, the Vicar finds the perfect opportunity to bring David down a peg or two.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI Logo. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series H, Episode 1 - Hodge Podge

With Phill Jupitus, Ross Noble and Jack Dee.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm
60 min
Taskmaster. Image shows left to right: Rosie Ramsey, Jason Mantzoukas, Greg Davies, Fatiha El-Ghorri, Mathew Baynton, Stevie Martin, Alex Horne

Taskmaster

Series 19, Episode 10 - The Clever Side?

It's the Grand Final, and each contestant has chosen to celebrate in their own unique way: Rosie Ramsey puts a wooden box on her head, Fatiha El-Ghorri kicks in a door, Mathew Baynton threatens a puppy, and the team known as J. V. Martzoukas (aka Jason Mantzoukas and Stevie Martin) establish a thriving local business. At the end of it all, Greg Davies will crown one of them the Taskmaster champion, and Little Alex Horne will watch on, knowing that his job is done for another series.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Alice Tinker (Emma Chambers), Hugo Horton (James Fleet). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 2, Episode 2 - Celebrity Vicar

Following the success of Radio Dibley, the Vicar finds herself becoming somewhat of a minor celebrity, appearing across radio, TV, newspapers and even glossy magazines. It soon appears that Geraldine is neglecting her parish in pursuit of arrogant fame - is it time for her to leave Dibley?

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 10pm (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

Series 2, Episode 3

Antony's got a new girlfriend from a comparitively posh part of town, and she's even got her own car. Meanwhile, Jim's in a mood at the thought of a week with Nana as she convalesces from a cataract operation.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
60 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Stephen Mangan

Have I Got News For You

Series 62, Episode 1

Stephen Mangan hosts with regulars Ian Hislop and Paul Merton, plus panellists Ross Noble and Ria Lina.

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
Detectorists. Image shows from L to R: Lance Stater (Toby Jones), Andy Stone (Mackenzie Crook)

Detectorists

Series 3, Episode 6

"There's something about karma going on" is Lance's wise observation, and there certainly seems to be something in the air. They have one last day on the farm, one last chance to pull out all the stops and find that gold. Terry's got a new gazebo. Perfect time for a rally.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
30 min
Pushers

Pushers

Episode 5 - Where's My Bacon?

The gang's dealings finally catch up with them as Ewen realises that his mum is missing and he's being watched - he needs to leave town as soon as possible. Meanwhile, Emily goes to meet her new girlfriend's dad for lunch, but she's in for a shock when she comes face-to-face with the rival drugs lord who's out to destroy her.

BBC Three 10:05pm
25 min
Such Brave Girls. Image shows left to right: Josie (Kat Sadler), Deb (Louise Brealey), Billie (Lizzie Davidson)

Such Brave Girls

Series 2, Episode 1 - Such Kept Girls

Josie is finally at art school and in love, though sadly, Deb and Billie have other plans. Forced to attend an unmissable family event, Josie struggles to juggle the new romance alongside her relationship with Seb. Deb's hoping for the next step with Dev, but her sister lets out a secret that threatens their entire relationship. Billie explores a risky romance with an older man who won't stop talking about his stupid wife.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 10:15pm (repeat)
Upright. Image shows from L to R: Esme (Kate Box), Lucky Flynn (Tim Minchin), Big Man (Michael McCall)

Upright

Series 1, Episode 7

Lucky gets a phone call from Meg's father, worried sick about his daughter's whereabouts.

BBC Three 10:30pm
Such Brave Girls. Image shows left to right: Josie (Kat Sadler), Deb (Louise Brealey), Billie (Lizzie Davidson)

Such Brave Girls

Series 2, Episode 2 - Such Faithful Girls

As Deb questions where she stands with Dev, she finds some hope in the generosity and bulging cryptocurrency wallet of an old flame - a self-proclaimed James Bond with a high-risk, high-reward lifestyle. Seb starts to suspect Josie might not actually be going to a late-night book club at all. Billie's daddy issues take a new turn as she decides that she might not be getting the princess treatment after all.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:30pm
30 min
Pushers

Pushers

Episode 6 - Will We Die?

Emily and Ewen realise that the net is closing in, and everyone is onto them - the police, dangerous rival dealer Lennie, and Emily's dad Craig. It's time for the gang to find a way out of the drugs game for good... but first they need to escape a busy hospital with a furious Lennie on their tail.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 10:40pm (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

Series 2, Episode 2

Snooker player Steve Davis guests on the rapid-fire sketch series.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 10:50pm (repeat)
Upright. Image shows left to right: Lucky Flynn (Tim Minchin), Meg Adams (Milly Alcock)

Upright

Series 1, Episode 8

Lucky has a touching reunion with his mother, but his homecoming gets a much frostier reception from his brother Toby.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm
55 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Jimmy Carr. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 21, Episode 7

Jimmy Carr, Rob Beckett and guest team captain Tom Allen discuss and dissect the topics of the week. They're joined by guests Scarlett Moffatt, Harriet Kemsley, Wes Nelson and Rosie Jones.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV 11:20pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Tim (Tim Vine), Lee (Lee Mack), Kate (Megan Dodds). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 1, Episode 5 - Kid

Kate and Lee are forced to take in a lodger, a surly 14-year-old boy called Nicky.

Sky Comedy. Copyright: Sky 11:30pm (repeat)
Lucy Beaumont: Live From The Royal Court Theatre. Lucy Beaumont

Lucy Beaumont: Live From The Royal Court Theatre

Stand-up show from Lucy Beaumont.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:40pm (repeat)
Such Brave Girls. Image shows left to right: Josie (Kat Sadler), Deb (Louise Brealey), Billie (Lizzie Davidson)

Such Brave Girls

Series 2, Episode 1 - Such Kept Girls

Josie is finally at art school and in love, though sadly, Deb and Billie have other plans. Forced to attend an unmissable family event, Josie struggles to juggle the new romance alongside her relationship with Seb. Deb's hoping for the next step with Dev, but her sister lets out a secret that threatens their entire relationship. Billie explores a risky romance with an older man who won't stop talking about his stupid wife.

U&Dave channel logo 11:55pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Andy Parsons, Chris Addison. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 11, Highlights Special

Dara O'Briain and the regulars present a special highlights edition of the topical comedy show.

U&Gold channel logo. Credit: UKTV Midnight (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Edina (Jennifer Saunders), Saffron (Julia Sawalha). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 1, Episode 4 - Iso Tank

With Bubble now surprisingly efficient at the office, Edina feels surplus to her own life. Forbidden by Safron from attending her sixth form's open day, she decides that adopting a Romanian baby would be a good idea...

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