Television
TV schedule Thursday 18th October 2018
Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 29 - HidingThe Twirlywoos are at a child's birthday party. They watch an adult hide a bag of chocolate gold coins for a treasure hunt.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 8 - Night Of The Living VegMrs Creecher uses the school's allotment to hold Class 3C's 'Biggest Veg' competition.
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 6 - Live And Let CryHaving put the Danger Babies through their paces, Professor Squawkencluck leaves it to Danger Mouse to settle them down with a nice soothing story.
The Tommy Cooper Hour
Tommy Cooper stars in a series of hour-long specials dedicated to his unique and hilarious blend of comedy and magic.
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 48 - Bioluminescent Bay, Puerto RicoGlitch's bath time puts the creatures of Puerto Rico's Bioluminescent Bay in bubble-trouble.
Class Dismissed
Series 3, Episode 10 - School PromThe last day of the school year is here at last and it's prom time! Mark finally plucks up the courage to ask Marcella out and Mr Christopher puts his reputation on the line when he tries to prove once and for all that he's the most talented person at Dockbridge High.
Sorry!
Series 2, Episode 4 - Great ExpectationsAunt Esme is visiting, which has mother forcing Timothy on his best behaviour - she has a large inheritance to bestow when she dies! Unfortunately for Tim, things quickly start going wrong as he and father crash the car.
Get Some In!
A selection of episodes from the first series of the national service sitcom.
Justin's House
Series 3, Episode 14 - The Wishing WandJustin and Robert get their hands on a magical wishing wand from Mac's backpack, but their wishes soon get out of control.
Ever Decreasing Circles
Series 3, Episode 3When Martin hears they are to have new neighbours in the close, he is put out. After all, he hasn't vetted them first!
Sooty
Series 1, Episode 6 - Poorly SooSoo has had an accident on her roller-skates and needs to stay in bed. Luckily Sooty and Sweep are on hand to bake her a cake - but they only have eggshells and pepper! Can Richard come to the rescue?
Sooty
Series 1, Episode 7 - The Souvenir StallThe gang are opening a souvenir pottery stall at the park - but all the pottery gets smashed. Sooty tries to make some more with fresh clay but things don't quite go to plan.
Minder
Series 5, Episode 6 - The Long Ride Back To ScratchwoodArthur scores an own goal when he is persuaded to buy up 2,000 tickets for the England v Scotland football match at Wembley.
Twirlywoos
Series 4, Episode 22 - More About PopThe Twirlywoos are in a room full of model aeroplanes watching a model maker starting a new project.
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the first series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
All In Good Fun
Bob Monkhouse introduces the golden age of slapstick comedy. Mack Sennett, Chaplin, The Keystone Kops and many more.
Lovejoy
Series 6, Episode 9 - Holding The BabyLovejoy misplaces Charlotte, a baby, and an antique 19th Century dresser worth £20,000.
Are You Being Served?
Series 8, Episode 5 - Heir ApparentOld Mr. Grace is struck with memories when he sees a photo of Mr. Humphries' mother. Could the young salesman be his long-lost son and natural heir to the store?
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 51 - Treasure!In a dark and cobwebby corner of his attic, Mr Bean finds a treasure map. But tricky clues lead Bean up the chimney, round the bend, down the garden path, up the blinking wall and nearly all the way to Australia!
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 52 - HomelessAfter a regrettable episode involving his landlady sleepwalking into his room, Mr Bean suddenly finds himself out on his ear with nowhere to live. Near to tears, he yearns for the cosy familiarity of his old home. But a scarecrow and a pair of false teeth come to his rescue.
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 6, Episode 1 - It's MurderThe drunken antics of Mr Partridge cause Yvonne and Barry to start a petition to get him sacked. Unfortunately, Mr Partridge goes missing...
Scream Street
Series 1, Episode 2 - Haunted HouseLuke is curious when a new house appears in Scream Street, but then it comes alive and locks him and his friends in! They end up stuck in the basement, and when the room starts to rumble it looks like our trio are about to become dinner - will they get out alive?
Ever Decreasing Circles
Series 3, Episode 3When Martin hears they are to have new neighbours in the close, he is put out. After all, he hasn't vetted them first!
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 23, Episode 6 - In Search Of Childlike Joy And The Farthest Reaches Of The Lotus PositionWesley hopes his hand-crafted trolley and a hill will restore the dispirited Smiler's joie de vivre.
Twirlywoos
Series 4, Episode 22 - More About PopThe Twirlywoos are in a room full of model aeroplanes watching a model maker starting a new project.
dinnerladies
Series 2, Episode 9 - GravyPetula makes a surprise announcement, and Bren is excited to have been picked to appear on TV quiz show Totally Trivial. Tony's hoping she'll come away with him to a new life in Scotland.
Steptoe And Son
Series 7, Episode 7 - The Desperate HoursAlbert 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.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 4, Episode 7 - As One Door ClosesDel's skint again and his latest deal has fallen through, but Rodney discovers a rare butterfly which will solve all of their financial problems.
Minder
Series 5, Episode 7 - Hypnotising RitaArthur tries to help a young girl who is being conned by a hypnotherapist over a large sum of money coming to her.
Get Some In!
A selection of episodes from the first series of the national service sitcom.
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the first series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
Strange Hill High
Series 1, Episode 9 - The Ghost Writers Of Strange Hill HighMitchell stumbles across an old, abandoned, blocked-off classroom whilst hiding from his teachers. Finding it is haunted by ghosts eager to work, he establishes a homework service.
So Awkward
Series 4, Episode 8 - Date NightLily plans a perfect date night to celebrate her anniversary with Rob... but her mum and Ken might ruin everything. Meanwhile, Martha reluctantly agrees to a tech detox.
Bitz & Bob
Series 1, Episode 12 - Periscope PerilPrincess Purl has lost her tiara and it turns out it's been taken by two naughty castle trolls who parade around showing it off high up in the castle.
Lovejoy
Series 6, Episode 9 - Holding The BabyLovejoy misplaces Charlotte, a baby, and an antique 19th Century dresser worth £20,000.
Carry On Teacher
A group of school children try to stop their mild-mannered headmaster leaving.
Are You Being Served?
Series 8, Episode 5 - Heir ApparentOld Mr. Grace is struck with memories when he sees a photo of Mr. Humphries' mother. Could the young salesman be his long-lost son and natural heir to the store?
So Awkward
Series 4, Episode 9 - Practice Makes PerfectLily, Martha and Ollie become Prefects and the power goes to their heads.
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 46 - Korowai Treehouses, IndonesiaThe Go Jetters have been invited by the Korowai tribe to visit their village in the rainforest of Papua in Indonesia.
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 6, Episode 1 - It's MurderThe drunken antics of Mr Partridge cause Yvonne and Barry to start a petition to get him sacked. Unfortunately, Mr Partridge goes missing...
Meet The Adebanjos
A British-African sitcom following a larger-than-life father struggling to instil his old-fashioned African values in his reluctant British household.
Steptoe And Son
Series 7, Episode 7 - The Desperate HoursAlbert 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.
dinnerladies
Series 2, Episode 9 - GravyPetula makes a surprise announcement, and Bren is excited to have been picked to appear on TV quiz show Totally Trivial. Tony's hoping she'll come away with him to a new life in Scotland.
Meet The Adebanjos
A British-African sitcom following a larger-than-life father struggling to instil his old-fashioned African values in his reluctant British household.
As Time Goes By
Series 3, Episode 2 - Rocky's Wedding DayLionel's father is getting married and Sandy is newly single. Jean and Lionel have key roles to play in the nuptials, but events on the wedding day go awry.
Scream Street
Series 1, Episode 44 - Summer Sucks!Resus would do anything to be a proper vampire, but messing with nature always has consequences, which Resus discovers when he becomes the wrong kind of bloodsucker!
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 51 - Treasure!In a dark and cobwebby corner of his attic, Mr Bean finds a treasure map. But tricky clues lead Bean up the chimney, round the bend, down the garden path, up the blinking wall and nearly all the way to Australia!
Only Fools And Horses
Series 4, Episode 7 - As One Door ClosesDel's skint again and his latest deal has fallen through, but Rodney discovers a rare butterfly which will solve all of their financial problems.
Horrible Histories
Series 6, Episode 6 - Crafty CleopatraEgyptian queen Cleopatra clashes with her brother, seizes power and hooks up with great Roman leaders Julius Caesar and Mark Antony. Meanwhile, across the world, we catch up with the thoughts of famous Chinese philosopher Confucius and encounter the less glamorous side of life in Rome.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 52 - HomelessAfter a regrettable episode involving his landlady sleepwalking into his room, Mr Bean suddenly finds himself out on his ear with nowhere to live. Near to tears, he yearns for the cosy familiarity of his old home. But a scarecrow and a pair of false teeth come to his rescue.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 23, Episode 6 - In Search Of Childlike Joy And The Farthest Reaches Of The Lotus PositionWesley hopes his hand-crafted trolley and a hill will restore the dispirited Smiler's joie de vivre.
Sketchy Comedy
Episode 9A cucumber, golf ball, phone and pan of sprouts are among the items getting the Sketchy treatment.
Dad's Army
Series 4, Episode 6 - Absent FriendsMainwaring is shocked to find that in his absence most of the platoon have not turned up for parade and are instead playing darts with the ARP Wardens. Things get worse when Mainwaring is called upon to help with the arrest of a member of the IRA.
Dad's Army
Series 4, Episode 7 - Put That Light Out!Jones, Frazer, Pike and Godfrey are stationed on an exercise in the local lighthouse, but soon cause trouble when they turn the light on and shine it over Walmington-on-Sea... during an air-raid.
So Awkward
Series 4, Episode 9 - Practice Makes PerfectLily, Martha and Ollie become Prefects and the power goes to their heads.
Lee Evans: Roadrunner
TV broadcast of Lee Evans's 2011 stand-up show and release, Roadrunner.
Porridge
A selection of episodes from the first series of the prison-based sitcom.
My Favourite Sketch
Episode 4 - Johnny VegasTalking joyous nonsense and comedy sketches with Sally Phillips in this episode is freewheeling comedy legend Johnny Vegas. Johnny offers up an intriguing mix of the sketches that have played alongside his life and career, with comedy gold from Armando Iannucci, Steve Coogan, Simon Pegg and Matt Berry among his choices. And not forgetting Johnny's tribute re-enactment of his favourite sketch to close the show.
Don't Hate The Playaz
Series 1, Episode 2Maya Jama, London Hughes, Ricky Haywood Williams and The Receipts Podcast go up against Lady Leshurr, Darren Harriott, Jess Robinson and Lisa Maffia. They go head to head in rap battles, dance-offs and hip hop karaoke challenges.
No Offence
Series 3, Episode 6Beckett's death leads the team with no option but to go after the Mayor herself and they put a spectacular plan in motion to bring her down once and for all. But the team's ingenious strategy is threatened when one of their own is kidnapped.
A League Of Their Own
Series 13, Episode 8With just 45 minutes left of the series, James and the boys sub former England left back Ashley Cole, swimming champ Ellie Simmonds and comedian Rob Beckett into the fun. The series ends with plenty of laughs, trivia and stitch-ups as famous faces show up for Popstar Penalties and things get messy in a commando assault course.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 13, Special - Jubilee Special8 Out Of 10 Cats is all pomp and ceremony as it celebrates the Queen's Diamond Jubilee in its own inimitable style. With guests Jennie Bond, Miles Jupp, Chris Kamara and Sarah Millican.
Jimmy Carr: Making People Laugh
Television broadcast of Jimmy Carr's sixth stand-up DVD.
The Office
Series 1, Episode 2 - Work ExperienceDavid hires Donna, his lodger and the daughter of his best friend. While showing her round the office he discovers a doctored pornographic image of himself. Gareth, due to his covert operations skills, is told to catch the culprit.
Comedy Legends
Series 1, Episode 2 - Frankie HowerdBarry Cryer looks back on the life and career of Frankie Howerd, one of Britain's post-war comedy greats who starred in Up Pompeii! and a host of Carry On films.
Women On The Verge
Episode 2Laura feels elated after her first therapy session. Alison's nervous about dinner with Martin's parents and in a bid to take the heat off her, she persuades Laura and Katie to come along.
Stand Up At BBC Wales
Episode 2Kiri Pritchard-McLean hosts the best in stand-up from Wales and beyond. This week's episode features Matt Rees, Lou Sanders, Tudur Owen, Evelyn Mok and Angela Barnes recorded at BBC Wales's iconic Studio 1.
Red Dwarf
Series XI, Episode 3 - Give & TakeAfter an altercation with a deranged droid Lister has his kidneys organ-napped. The only solution is to ask Cat, the most selfish creature in the universe, to give him one of his.
Celebrity Juice
Series 20, Episode 6Joining the panel are singer and actress Nadine Coyle, Sunday Brunch's Simon Rimmer and Tim Lovejoy, Kaiser Chiefs frontman Ricky Wilson and top comedian Jimmy Carr.
Number 6
Episode 5Mansour Bellow introduces host Kane Brown once more, with comics Benjamin Bello and Felicity Ethnic.
The Catherine Tate Show
Series 2, Episode 5Paul meets Sam's parents who are still laughing about their fancy dress party, Bernie meets a new member of staff and Nan comes home from a funeral and discovers that Lena owed her money.
Mrs. Brown's Boys
Series 2, Episode 5 - Mammy's GoingWhen Spartacus the old family dog starts looking poorly, the Brown children reluctantly decide the time has come to put her in a home.
Red Dwarf
Series XI, Episode 4 - Officer RimmerAfter a scandalous piece of good fortune Rimmer saves the life of a bio-printed Captain and is promoted, fulfilling his life-long dream of becoming an Officer. He immediately opens an Officer's club, which is out of bounds to the lower orders, and uses the bio-printer to fill it with versions of himself.
Roast Battle
Series 2, Episode 2Former couple Alfie Brown and Jessie Cave roast each other, and Daniel Sloss takes on Phil Wang.
Urban Myths: Johnny Cash And The Ostrich
Frank Skinner plays Johnny Cash in a one-off comedy drama.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 3 (Channel 4: Series 4), Episode 5Jimmy Carr, Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by Jo Brand and Claudia Winkleman. Bill Bailey joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Joe Wilkinson 'helps' Rachel Riley provide the letters and numbers.
The Catherine Tate Show
Series 2, Episode 6Janice & Ray discuss their gourmet's experience, Kate & Ellen are talking about the most offensive word in the office, Lauren questions her teacher's sexuality and Nan receives a visit from an old friend.
The Fast Show
Series 3, Episode 1Old favourites return, joined by characters like Swiss Toni, Chip Cobb and Dave Angel.
Zapped
Series 3, Episode 1 - CircusBrian is being forced to perform in a travelling circus, run by the sadistic Feffenhoffer (Steve Coogan). Barbara and Steg set out to rescue him while Herman accidentally traps a fairy. Stuck on Earth, Howell tries desperately to get back to Munty.
Urban Myths: The Dali And The Cooper
A comedy drama imagining Salvador Dali meeting Alice Cooper.
Football Genius
Episode 4 - Dulwich Hamlet v Manchester CityPaul Sinha's team of Dulwich Hamlet supporters put their football knowledge to the test as they take on Sam Quek's team of Manchester City fans in the quiz hosted by Tim Vine.
Morgana Robinson's The Agency
Episode 6Vincent has some potentially career changing news for Miranda Hart - an audition for a part in Game of Thrones.
Have I Got News For You
Series 46, Episode 1Ian Hislop and Paul Merton return with guest host David Mitchell. The guests are Danny Baker and Channel 4 News presenter Cathy Newman.
Vic Reeves Big Night Out
Cult comedy in which Vic Reeves and Bob Mortimer present some very surreal comedy.
Red Dwarf
Series XI, Episode 3 - Give & TakeAfter an altercation with a deranged droid Lister has his kidneys organ-napped. The only solution is to ask Cat, the most selfish creature in the universe, to give him one of his.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 12, Episode 8The guests joining Jimmy, Jon and Sean this week are Johnny Vegas, Joe Lycett, Joey Essex from The Only Way Is Essex and Jennifer Metcalfe from Hollyoaks.
Your Face Or Mine
Series 4, Episode 3Dawn Ward from The Real Housewives of Cheshire and husband and ex-premier league footballer Ashley, join Jimmy and Katherine on the sofa, putting their 27 year-long marriage to the test in the hope to win thousands of pounds for charity. Are they a great match? Or is someone punching several leagues? The couple are also joined by surprise guests Alex Bowen and Olivia Buckland.
A League Of Their Own
Series 13, Episode 8With just 45 minutes left of the series, James and the boys sub former England left back Ashley Cole, swimming champ Ellie Simmonds and comedian Rob Beckett into the fun. The series ends with plenty of laughs, trivia and stitch-ups as famous faces show up for Popstar Penalties and things get messy in a commando assault course.
Shooting Stars
Episode 1 - PilotA specially recorded quiz show in which Jonathan Ross, Wendy Richard and Martin Clunes test their celebrity-recognition skills against Danny Baker, Ulrika Jonsson and Noddy Holder.
Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish
Dave Gorman Goodish Hits, Highlights Special - Series 3 highlightsThe stand-out bits from the third series of Dave Gorman's show in which he shares wry observations on modern life's little quirks.
The Tommy Cooper Hour
Tommy Cooper stars in a series of hour-long specials dedicated to his unique and hilarious blend of comedy and magic.
Bad Education
Series 1, Episode 5 - Football MatchAlfie reveals a hidden talent when the annual football match between Abbey Grove and the school he attended, Middleton House, approaches. Will the benefit scroungers pull it off, or Middleton's snooty toff boys who clinch the win?
The Inbetweeners
Series 1, Episode 1It's a fresh start for Will McKenzie as he joins his new sixth form college. Will previously went to a private school, but since his dad walked out on his mum he's had to downgrade to the local comprehensive.
Tommy Cooper
Episode 7Tommy Cooper presents his own show, with sketches and special guests. This week, he is assisted by Vincent Price.
Bad Education
Series 1, Episode 6 - PoliticsFraser's on professional suspension after an unfortunate incident involving a projector. With the school elections due to take place, Pickwell's determined that to show the governors that she can run something successfully, and Alfie's keen to show Miss Gulliver he can take politics seriously.
Vic Reeves Big Night Out
Cult comedy in which Vic Reeves and Bob Mortimer present some very surreal comedy.
The Inbetweeners
Series 1, Episode 2Will, Simon, Jay and Neil bunk off from school and attempt to buy alcohol with Will disguised as an adult. They head to Neil's house to get drunk, where Simon has a vodka-induced romantic revelation about his childhood sweetheart.
Mock The Week
Series 13, Episode 11Dara O Briain and the team fell another week's news tree and pick off its satirical leaves. With guests Rob Beckett, Ed Byrne, Milton Jones and Zoe Lyons.
Morgana Robinson's The Agency
Episode 6Vincent has some potentially career changing news for Miranda Hart - an audition for a part in Game of Thrones.
Duck Quacks Don't Echo
Series 6, Episode 6Alesha Dixon, Jon Richardson and Danny Baker team up to bust facts on this week's episode of Lee Mack's panel show. They're out to test whether music makes your kids more helpful and if elaborate celebrations during a penalty shoot-out can give your team a better chance of winning. Could these facts have met their match?
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 19, Episode 3In this show, Rob and Aisling are joined in their quest to uncover the nation's most popular talking points by First Dates love guru Fred Sirieix, This Is England actor Thomas Turgoose and comedians Desiree Burch and Sara Pascoe.
Au Pair Girls
Sex comedy following four young women arriving in Britain for domestic work.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 5, Episode 5With Alan Cumming, Liza Tarbuck, American stand-up comedian Susie Essman and Stewart Lee.