Television
TV schedule Friday 9th August 2019
Only When I Laugh
Series 2, Episode 3 - It Can Damage Your HealthDespite being warned on a frequent basis, the patients are undeterred by the risks of smoking.
Steptoe And Son
Series 7, Episode 4 - Live Now, PAYE LaterAlbert 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.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 39 - Gnash HitGnasher becomes the star of an action movie, playing Grizzly's on-screen sidekick. But filming keeps him and Dennis apart, leaving Dennis feeling lonely. Could Dennis and Gnasher really become Grizzly and Gnasher?
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 35 - No More Mr Ice GuyThe Snowman is hired as Danger Mouse's new sidekick, leaving Penfold without a job.
Steptoe And Son
Series 7, Episode 5 - Loathe StoryAlbert 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.
A Sharp Intake Of Breath
Series 4, Episode 1 - WheelsPeter's asked to deliver the company chairman his car - a flash Mercedes. Giving it a quick drive around, he encounters a group of anti-car, anti-pollution protesters and is swiftly arrested alongside them.
On The Buses
Series 5, Episode 6 - The Busmen's BallThe annual Busmen's Ball comes round once again and Arthur has decided that he and Olive will not be attending such a low-brow affair. Then he discovers what this year's cabaret is going to be...
Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
A Sharp Intake Of Breath
Series 4, Episode 3 - The Train Now StandingHaving discovered that the train he and Sheila catch into London has been cancelled, Peter heads to the offices of British Rail to demand changes.
Minder
Series 3, Episode 6 - Another Bride, Another GroomThe shady dealings of a loveable rogue. The last thing Arthur wants to do on his niece's wedding day is shift a consignment of pornographic magazines.
Sooty
Series 2, Episode 17 - The Dance CompetitionSooty Sweep, Soo and Richard take to the ballroom floor in Mr Slater's annual dance competition - but who will win the prize? Guest starring Helen Pearson.
On The Buses
Series 5, Episode 7 - Canteen TroubleCanteen girl Suzy is very good to Stan and Jack when over-serving their meals, and under-charging! Naturally this upsets Blakey, who is determined to beat Jack and Stan at their own game...
Boomers
Series 2, Episode 5 - Murder MysteryIt's John's birthday and he's decided to do something different this year - a Murder Mystery Party.
Never The Twain
Series 3, Episode 4 - The End Of The LineDavid and Lyn inform their fathers that they have no intention of having children, so Oliver and Simon resort to drastic action in a bid for a grandchild.
George & Mildred
Series 4, Episode 1 - Just The JobGeorge, finally, gets a job. Mildred is so shocked and delighted by the news that she requires a stiff drink - but it's not long before she'll be downing glasses for a different reason...
Millie Inbetween
A selection of four episodes of the children's comedy.
The Green Green Grass
Series 4, Episode 5 - Your Cheating ArtMarlene's doting mum Dora visits to help put a smile back on her grandson's face.
Never The Twain
Series 3, Episode 5 - The Welsh ConnectionSimon and Oliver join forces to resist their children's attempts to put them on a diet and exercise plan, but avarice and skullduggery undoes the alliance.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 9, Christmas Special - Big Day At Dream AcreOther than the fact that Nora Batty is to be the VIP waitress and that Seymour is looking after the public address system, Gary and Vi's annual garden fete is of no great interest to Compo and Clegg. That is, until they happen upon a tramp with a special interest in donkeys, and one in particular...
Father, Dear Father
Series 1, Episode 5 - It Won't Be A Stylish MarriageAnna wants to marry her latest boyfriend but the way Patrick hears about it he thinks Nanny is the bride to be.
Father, Dear Father
Series 1, Episode 6 - I Should Have Danced All NightThe mystery of where Patrick has been every Thursday night, and why he comes home full of aches and pains, is soon to be revealed.
Carlton-Browne Of The F.O.
With political unrest in the small island state of Gaillardia, Carlton-Browne of the Foreign Office arrives to strengthen the somewhat shaky bonds of friendship. His mishandling of the situation, however, achieves a series of hilarious disasters.
2point4 Children
Series 2, Episode 3 - HormonesBill fears she may be pregnant, and takes out the stress on Ben, whose testosterone is boiling over. Jenny, meanwhile, is acting oddly but only Rona appears to notice the signs.
The Green Green Grass
Series 4, Episode 5 - Your Cheating ArtMarlene's doting mum Dora visits to help put a smile back on her grandson's face.
Blockbusters
A selection of episodes from the rebooted quiz show hosted by Dara O Briain.
Are You Being Served?
Series 7, Episode 2 - Strong Stuff This InsuranceThe staff are forced to undergo physicals for Grace Brothers' insurance scheme.
Horrible Histories
Series 8, Episode 5 - Fearsome FamiliesFred Siriex welcomes Queen Victoria to historical First Dates.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 2, Episode 6 - It Never Rains....When Del arranges a holiday in the Benidorm sun, he and Rodney are tempted to leave Grandad at home - but he soon has a change of heart and has an extra bed put in their hotel room. All's well in Spain - until the old man is arrested!
The Extra Day
Comedy in which the final scene of a film must be re-shot, with all of the original stars and extras.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 5, Episode 4 - Baa-d Hair DayThe flock don't recognise Shaun when he loses one his most distinctive features. His old pal Bitzer helps him track down the lost thatch, but not before Shaun becomes very attached to one of the chickens.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 2, Episode 5 - The Yellow PerilAfter a mysterious call from the health inspector, the local Chinese restaurant employ the Trotters to renovate their kitchens. Trigger supplies the paint but neglects to tell them exactly where he got it from.
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 3 - Colonel Danger MouseWhen Colonel K disappears on a free holiday, Danger Mouse pulls rank and assumes the mantle of caretaker Colonel.
The Good Life
Series 1, Episode 3 - The Weaker Sex?The stress of 'a 36 hour day' starts to take its toll on Barbara after she is left to restore an old range to its former glory. The Goods also celebrate the first signs of life in their vegetable patch and viciously defend it from the birds.
Minder
Series 3, Episode 7 - The Birdman Of Wormwood ScrubsEx-con Ernie leaves prison after fourteen years with a quarter of a million stashed away in a bank. Enter the ever-helpful Arthur.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 33 - Ralf's Last PrankWhen Dennis and the gang think they have caused Ralf to lose his job, they're determined to make his last day at Bash Street School totally blam by setting up the greatest prank Ralf's ever known.
Bad Robots
Series 2, Episode 1Episode one sees the launch of Nails Babez, the automated manicure machine which gives nails the Tezcorp treatment; the new Currency Exchange machine - ruining holidays before you've even got on a plane, and visitors to Marwell Zoo are finding out the truth about their penguins from the Tezcorp Tourist Information Machine.
Diddy TV
Series 1, Episode 3 - AngelDiddy Dick Dom have their very own TV station. They present their very own dating show and Diddy Stampy Longnose turns up to watch the programmes.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 9, Christmas Special - Big Day At Dream AcreOther than the fact that Nora Batty is to be the VIP waitress and that Seymour is looking after the public address system, Gary and Vi's annual garden fete is of no great interest to Compo and Clegg. That is, until they happen upon a tramp with a special interest in donkeys, and one in particular...
Bad Robots
Series 2, Episode 2This week sees foreign language students attempt to improve their English with the Tezcorp British Language Test, including learning Tezcorp's take on the national anthem, while pet owners are driven mad by Vet B.O.T, who has his customers begging, sitting and waiting for their animals. Meanwhile, a young gallery worker is left dumbfounded when the new Tezcorp chocolate fountain decides to serve up its chocolate all over a priceless work of art.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 6, Episode 4 - CompulsionWhen Dorien starts bulk buying in chain stores, Sharon and Tracey feel that drastic measures are called for.
Class Dismissed
Series 1, Episode 7 - Bird InsideThere's a pigeon on the loose inside the school and caretaker Dave is determined to catch it.
Porridge
Series 1, Episode 4 - A Day OutFletcher and Godber join MacKay and Barrowclough's work party, digging drainage ditches for the council. When MacKay calls into the village, the party take advantage of Barrowclough's easygoing nature, but get more than they bargained for after taking shelter from the elements in a church.
Get Some In!
Series 5, Episode 3After wheeling Marsh around a golfing green in the grounds - as part of his rehabilitation, of course - the lads find themselves redeployed to the mortuary.
Father, Dear Father
Series 1, Episode 5 - It Won't Be A Stylish MarriageAnna wants to marry her latest boyfriend but the way Patrick hears about it he thinks Nanny is the bride to be.
'Allo 'Allo!
Series 5, Episode 12 - Who's For The Vatican?All hell is breaking loose in Nouvion: the captured Generals are free, Von Klinkerhoffen is sending Gruber and Colonel Von Strohm to the Russian front, and René is sent to collect the paintings before helping them escape to South America!
Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
Father, Dear Father
Series 1, Episode 6 - I Should Have Danced All NightThe mystery of where Patrick has been every Thursday night, and why he comes home full of aches and pains, is soon to be revealed.
Are You Being Served?
Series 7, Episode 2 - Strong Stuff This InsuranceThe staff are forced to undergo physicals for Grace Brothers' insurance scheme.
Waiting For God
Series 1, Episode 4Threatened by Harvey with eviction over non-disclosure of a small arthritis-like joint condition, Diana begins a journey of soul-searching, and starts preparing Tom for life at the home without her. He, however, is determined not to accept her being thrown out of Bayview.
Goodnight Sweetheart
A selection of episodes from the first and second series of the time travel sitcom.
Taskmaster
Series 6, Episode 5 - H.As the series nears the halfway point, the five comic contestants grow ever more eager to lay their hands on the coveted Taskmaster trophy. Asim Chaudhry has fun with drain pipes, Tim Vine gets stuck in a tunnel and, dissatisfied with his charge's performance, Greg Davies gives Alex Horne a sharp telling off in front of everyone.
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.
The Vicar Of Dibley
Series 2, Christmas Special - EngagementAlice is concerned. She and Hugo mightn't have been romantically linked for long, but she's known him for 26 years and they've still never kissed - is she so unattractive? When the inevitable eventually happens, David is far from pleased, and Hugo has an important decision to make.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 16, Episode 3 - The Defeat Of The StonewormPanic ensues when Howard discovers an outbreak of unusual household pests.
Goodnight Sweetheart
Series 1, Episode 6 - In The MoodYvonne delivers an ultimatum to Gary, but Ron makes him an offer he can't refuse. Will he return to 1940, and if he does, will he ever come back to the 1990s?
Class Dismissed
Series 1, Episode 7 - Bird InsideThere's a pigeon on the loose inside the school and caretaker Dave is determined to catch it.
Only Fools And Horses
A selection of three episodes from the David Jason sitcom.
Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Fishing
Series 2, Episode 2 - The Carp (Bentley Lake, Essex)Paul Whitehouse and Bob Mortimer brave the wild lakes of Essex in search of the mighty carp.
Have I Got News For You
Series 54, Episode 5Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Jo Brand and guest panellists Miles Jupp and Quentin Letts.
Goodnight Sweetheart
Series 2, Episode 1 - Don't Get Around Much AnymoreSix months after time-travelling philanderer Gary turned his back on 1940, Ron persuades him to return for the one big deal which will set them up for life.
Brothers With No Game
Series 3, Episode 1 - The Five Stages Of GriefThe week following the wedding, Dorian, Junior, Theo and Darren are left to deal with the consequences of that night. Are their relationships as strong as they thought?
Gavin & Stacey
A selection of episodes from the second series of the sitcom by and starring Ruth Jones and James Corden.
Michael McIntyre's Big Show
Series 1, Episode 3This week includes musical performances from Rod Stewart and James Morrison, comedy from Romesh Ranganathan, and a jaw-dropping performance from Extreme Flamenco Fusion dancers, Los Vivancos. Michael plays Celebrity Send To All with Dragons' Den star Peter Jones and makes the dreams come true of an unsuspecting electrician in Unexpected Star.
Hold The Sunset
Series 2, Episode 2 - The DisappearanceAfter his disastrous open day, Phil has disappeared. As Edith searches for him, her difficult sister Joan invites herself to stay. Meanwhile Roger comes up with a new way to make money: by renting out his mother's spare room online, to two Americans.
Red Dwarf
Series IV, Episode 5 - Dimension JumpIn an alternate universe, we see another Arnold Rimmer. He's a test pilot in the Space Corps, and is more fondly named "Ace".
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 17 (Channel 4: Series 18), Episode 3Sean Lock and Joe Wilkinson take on Jon Richardson and Sara Pascoe, while Sam Simmons joins wordsmith Susie Dent.
Meet The Adebanjos
Series 1, Episode 5 - HalloweenIt's Halloween night and Sade wants to sneak out and go to a party while Tobi and Kevin have plans to dress up and scare neighbours. Everyone's plans come to a halt when Gladys orders for the family to stay at home for Family Prayer meetings. Will Gladys succeed or will things spiral out of control?
Mrs. Brown's Boys
Series 3, Episode 4 - Mammy's ValentineAs Valentine's Day approaches, love is in the air for all the Brown family - even Grandad. In fact, the only Brown without a date is Agnes.
Red Dwarf
Series IV, Episode 6 - MeltdownKryten discovers a matter transporter and transports the crew to 'Waxworld' - a theme park full of waxdroids.
The Comedy Underground
Episode 10This week, Jo Caulfield has a case of mistaken identity, David Kay navigates the perils of a cooked breakfast, Ryan Cullen goes dead-panning for gold, Carina MacLeod tries to make the Isle of Lewis great again and Scott Agnew proves it's never too late in life for acceptance.
The Lateish Show With Mo Gilligan
Series 1, Episode 4Mo is joined by Danny Dyer, broadcaster Maya Jama, comedian Joe Lycett and singer-songwriter Kelis.
Josh
Series 1, Episode 5 - Homme & AwayGeoff watches Josh perform an unsuccessful stand-up gig and decides to take it upon himself to help Josh's career.
Susan Calman's Fringe Benefits
Series 1, Episode 1Among those joining Susan on the sofa for the first show at the BBC festival base will be Larry Dean, Iain Stirling, Ronni Ancona, Frank Skinner and Lewis Macleod, with stand-up from Jo Caulfield.
TV Flashback
Series 1, Episode 6 - Weird And WonderfulThis time Tudur is on a quest to discover all that's weird and wonderful.
Room 101
Series 6, Episode 2 - David Mitchell, Judy Murray, Anita RaniComic David Mitchell, mother to tennis superstardom Judy Murray and broadcaster Anita Rani attempt to cast away sniffing, walking and eating, and sugar lumps into Room 101.
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps
Series 6, Episode 6 - Croppity CropsJanet is reeling that Gaz tried to take Corinthian and decides to increase security in the home. Jonny gets a job as a farmer. Donna persuades Gaz to try tantric sex, but he gets hooked on it, much to her frustration. Louise wants a new family and she knows exactly where to find one.
Royal Flash
A repeat of this 1975 film.
Al Murray's Great British Pub Quiz
Episode 16Al, aided by barman Shaun Williamson and captains Andy Parsons and Ed Byrne, oversees the clash between The Carlyon Arms from St Austell, Cornwall, and The King's Head from Crouch End, north London.
Shelley
Series 1, Episode 5 - May The Best Man WinShelley's choice of best man doesn't impress Fran all that much, especially when he's involved in a fight and hospitalised!
Live At The Apollo
Series 11, Episode 4 - Romesh Ranganathan, Jason Byrne, Stewart FrancisAsian Provocateur star Romesh Ranganathan hosts, introducing top Irish comic Jason Byrne and master of one-liners Stewart Francis.
Edinburgh Nights With Nish Kumar
Series 2, Episode 1Nish Kumar samples the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra playing for free in a football stadium, marvels at trail biking legend Danny MacAskill's extraordinary circus show and tries beatboxing.
Friday Night Dinner
Series 5, Episode 3 - The SurpriseIt's Mum's birthday and she's having a surprise party for 44 guests. Only snag is - she's secretly organised it herself!
Scotland Unsolved
Episode 1Our crime-fighters wonder if a quarrel over Monopoly led to some lighthouse keepers mysteriously vanishing. And they take a trip down Scotland's spookiest road and undertake some deep thinking before they give their verdict on whether or not the Loch Ness Monster is real.
I'm Alan Partridge
Series 2, Episode 6 - Alan Wide ShutAlan's book is due to be pulped and he's clearly feeling the strain at Lynn's baptism. But, needless to say, he has the last laugh.
Shelley
Series 1, Episode 6 - Elders And BettersShelley visits Fran's father - who he has never had that much of even a cordial relationship with - for the first time since revealing their engagement and her pregnancy.
Up For It
Series 1, Episode 4Ashley Storrie, Christopher Macarthur-Boyd and Rosco McClelland join some Live Action Role Players to create their own fantasy film, give their Guide to Dating and learn self-defense from some MMA experts.
The Russell Howard Hour
Series 1, Episode 6Russell talks with singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran. Rob Auton performs.
Friday Night Dinner
Series 5, Episode 4 - Lord LuckWhile clearing up the loft, Dad finds his old, terrifying-looking ventriloquist dummy Lord Luck.
Room 101
Series 6, Episode 2 - David Mitchell, Judy Murray, Anita RaniComic David Mitchell, mother to tennis superstardom Judy Murray and broadcaster Anita Rani attempt to cast away sniffing, walking and eating, and sugar lumps into Room 101.
Never The Twain
Series 3, Episode 4 - The End Of The LineDavid and Lyn inform their fathers that they have no intention of having children, so Oliver and Simon resort to drastic action in a bid for a grandchild.
Inside No. 9
Series 1, Episode 5 - The UnderstudyAn episode set behind-the-scenes at a performance of Macbeth.
Taskmaster
Series 6, Episode 5 - H.As the series nears the halfway point, the five comic contestants grow ever more eager to lay their hands on the coveted Taskmaster trophy. Asim Chaudhry has fun with drain pipes, Tim Vine gets stuck in a tunnel and, dissatisfied with his charge's performance, Greg Davies gives Alex Horne a sharp telling off in front of everyone.
Follow That Camel
Comedy from the Carry On team about a young English aristocrat who joins the Foreign Legion. Phil Silvers guest stars.
Never The Twain
Series 3, Episode 5 - The Welsh ConnectionSimon and Oliver join forces to resist their children's attempts to put them on a diet and exercise plan, but avarice and skullduggery undoes the alliance.
Facejacker
A selection of four episodes from the Fonejacker spin-off.
Da Ali G Show
Episode 5Sacha Baron Cohen provides an inimitable mix of global reportage and celebrity chat via his characters Ali G, Borat and Bruno.
Game On
Series 2, Episode 2 - Slime Surfers & Jissom MonkeysMatt confides to Mandy about the terror he feels when he's outside. Mandy arranges for her friend Jason, a psychologist, to visit Matt. Martin is boring everybody with talk of his brand new sex life, while Mandy is determined to remain celibate.
Father, Dear Father
Series 1, Episode 5 - It Won't Be A Stylish MarriageAnna wants to marry her latest boyfriend but the way Patrick hears about it he thinks Nanny is the bride to be.
John Bishop In Conversation With...
Series 4, Episode 2 - Ruth JonesRuth Jones opens up about overcoming her own insecurities as she became one of Britain's most successful actresses, her time with James Corden during the Gavin & Stacey years, her passion for the award-winning series, Stella, and her latest foray into writing novels.
Da Ali G Show
Episode 6Sacha Baron Cohen provides an inimitable mix of global reportage and celebrity chat via his characters Ali G, Borat and Bruno.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 6, Episode 4 - CompulsionWhen Dorien starts bulk buying in chain stores, Sharon and Tracey feel that drastic measures are called for.
Game On
Series 2, Episode 3 - Double Hard Bastards & Girly Shirt-Lifting TosspiecesJason manages to coax Matt into the leaving the flat. They go to the park where Matt meets some ducks and then a gym, where he meets some gay men. Marco discovers that Mandy isn't really a virgin after Matt shows him one of his 'home movies'. Matt also finds time to foil an armed robbery.
Father, Dear Father
Series 1, Episode 6 - I Should Have Danced All NightThe mystery of where Patrick has been every Thursday night, and why he comes home full of aches and pains, is soon to be revealed.
Roast Battle
Series 1, Episode 3Featuring a battle between Dane Baptiste and Tez Ilyas; and newlyweds Bobby Mair and Harriet Kemsley.
Have I Got News For You
Series 53, Episode 4Regular team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host David Harewood and panellists Josh Widdicombe and Kirsty Wark.
Shelley
Series 1, Episode 5 - May The Best Man WinShelley's choice of best man doesn't impress Fran all that much, especially when he's involved in a fight and hospitalised!
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps
Series 6, Episode 6 - Croppity CropsJanet is reeling that Gaz tried to take Corinthian and decides to increase security in the home. Jonny gets a job as a farmer. Donna persuades Gaz to try tantric sex, but he gets hooked on it, much to her frustration. Louise wants a new family and she knows exactly where to find one.
The Tez O'Clock Show
Episode 3Tez Ilyas is joined by fellow comedians and celebrity guests - including Jason Manford - for this this late-night satirical show mixing stand-up, sketches and studio antics.
Shelley
Series 1, Episode 6 - Elders And BettersShelley visits Fran's father - who he has never had that much of even a cordial relationship with - for the first time since revealing their engagement and her pregnancy.
I'm Alan Partridge
Series 2, Episode 6 - Alan Wide ShutAlan's book is due to be pulped and he's clearly feeling the strain at Lynn's baptism. But, needless to say, he has the last laugh.
Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled
Series 2, Episode 9Ardal O'Hanlon, Roisin Conaty, Rob Delaney and Elis James join Alan to chat about all the hot topics - like being heckled by Grandmaster Flash and serenaded by Lionel Richie.
Orders Are Orders
Bilchester army barracks is invaded by an American film unit at the invitation of the adjutant, Captain Harper.
GameFace
Series 2, Episode 4Marcella stars in a TV advert, but the part is more than she bargained for. At a session with her life coach, student Frances cross-examines Marcella on what she'll do with the advert money. Marcella celebrates her good luck with margaritas forgetting she has signed up for a creative writing class. Lucy and Caroline are going to Billy's housewarming party but Marcella says she won't go because Simon will be there...
Harry Hill's TV Burp
Series 11, Highlights Special - The Best Of TV Burp 20Big-collared telly critic Harry Hill presents another rollicking ride through past TV Burps, featuring more of the funniest moments from previous series. He looks back at the cockney craze of bush-pushing, judges more X Factor hopefuls, goes to war with a Viennetta and drops in on Louie Spence's showbiz world.
Duck Quacks Don't Echo
Series 3, Highlights Special - Best OfRelive the most memorable moments from series three of the riotous panel show hosted by Lee Mack.
Spaced
Series 1, Episode 2 - GatheringsDaisy decides that they should have a housewarming (anything to avoid tidying up or work). However, despite her aspirations of a party full of writers, artists and other media types, she is only able to find the paperboy. Tim, Mike, Daisy, Twist and Brian all feel old when they compare themselves to Amber. Brian discovers a big secret about the couple.
Mock The Week
Series 9, Episode 4The regulars look back at another week's news with the help of guests Seann Walsh, Zoe Lyons and Milton Jones.
Not Wanted On Voyage
Comic crime caper starring Brian Rix and Ronald Shiner as stewards on a luxury cruise ship who uncover a diamond theft plot.
On The Buses
Comedy following workshy bus driver Stan and his family; his conductor, Jack; and their depot boss, Inspector Blake.