Television

TV schedule Thursday 21st November 2019

So Awkward. Copyright: Channel X North

So Awkward

Series 5, Episode 11 - Our Brilliant Careers

Selecting the right work experience sends Lily, Martha and Ollie into a spin.

Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 2, Episode 4 - No Peace For The Wicked

It's Saturday afternoon and it's a beautiful day outside, but all Fletch wants is an uninterrupted afternoon in his cell with his dirty magazine. Unfortunately he has an endless stream of visitors, keen to divert his attentions in several other directions.

Room 101. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 3, Episode 1 - Richard Osman, Joan Bakewell, Roisin Conaty

Pointless star Richard Osman, TV presenter and peer Joan Bakewell and comedian Roisin Conaty try to get the things they hate the most into Room 101, including gardening, cobblers and people who keep mentioning Richard's height.

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 5 - The Showing Up Of Corporal Jones

A Major from HQ believes that Jones is too old to serve in the Home Guard. However, following Mainwaring's pleas and Jones's clear enthusiasm, he agrees to allow the butcher to stay with the platoon - as long as he can complete an assault course in 15 minutes.

Room 101. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 3, Episode 2 - Michael Ball, Caroline Quentin, Henning Wehn

Singer Michael Ball, actress Caroline Quentin, and German comedy ambassador to the United Kingdom Henning Wehn try to dump fundraising, clairvoyants and junk mail into the Orwellian chamber.

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 6 - Shooting Pains

Mainwaring's delighted when the platoon is chosen to provide a Guard of Honour for the Prime Minister at a local event. However, Major Regan is still on their backs, and sets up a showdown between Walmington-on-Sea and the nearby Eastgate platoon.

Comedy Central
8pm
30 min
Blockbusters. Copyright: Thames

Blockbusters

Series 2, Episode 9

Primary school friends Maisie and Melissa play against football fanatic Matthew - see if he has the skills to succeed!

Rob And Romesh Vs. Image shows from L to R: Rob Beckett, Usain Bolt, Romesh Ranganathan. Copyright: CPL Productions

Rob And Romesh Vs

Series 1, Episode 1 - Usain Bolt

In the first episode, Rob and Romesh hook up with legend Usain Bolt in his Jamaican homeland. But before they do, Rob takes Romesh on a Lightning-Bolt themed trip around the island. Will their friendship survive the tour?

The Cockfields. Image shows from L to R: Ray (Bobby Ball), Sue (Sue Johnston), Donna (Diane Morgan)

The Cockfields

Series 1, Episode 3

It's Sunday and Simon's 40th birthday. Preparations for the lunch are in full swing but the stress levels are sky high. Larry and Melissa disrupt the day and Simon shares some big news with Ray.

BBC Four
9pm
(repeat)
Bob Monkhouse: The Last Stand. Bob Monkhouse

Bob Monkhouse: The Last Stand

TV broadcast of comedy legend Bob Monkhouse's final, intimate stand-up performance.

Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Lee (Lee Mack), Tim (Tim Vine). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 3, Episode 5 - Neighbour

A new neighbour moves in upstairs and his constant noise drives Lucy to distraction.

Jon Richardson: Ultimate Worrier. Image shows from L to R: Jessie Cave, Darren Harriott, Jon Richardson, Richard Osman. Copyright: Talkback

Jon Richardson: Ultimate Worrier

Series 2, Episode 2 - Modern Living

Jon Richardson and guests Richard Osman, Jessie Cave and Darren Harriott discuss, categorise and rank worries to do with modern living - has inventing got out of hand, is magic dead, and what's lurking in Jon's search history?

BBC Four
10pm
(repeat)
Bob Monkhouse. Copyright: BBC

Talking Comedy

Episode 5 - Bob Monkhouse Talking Comedy

A laughter-filled look back at gag-master Bob Monkhouse's appearances over the years on a selection of the BBC's best-loved talk shows.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV
10pm
15 min version
(repeat)
Shopping With Keith Lemon. Image shows from L to R: Leigh Francis, Jimmy Carr. Copyright: Talkback

Shopping With Keith Lemon

Series 1, Episode 1 - Mel B & Jimmy Carr

Keith takes Spice Girl Mel B to do her big weekly food shop and top comedian Jimmy Carr to get suited and booted by a London tailor.

The Russell Howard Hour. Image shows from L to R: Sinéad Burke, Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

The Russell Howard Hour

Series 3, Episode 3

Russell talks to fashion influencer Sinéad Burke and chats with film director and online sensation Rapman.

Mrs. Brown's Boys. Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Series 2, Episode 6 - New Mammy

There's bickering aplenty in the Brown household. Betty is upset with Mark, Rory and Dino are squabbling and Agnes and Betty rub each other up the wrong way.

Romesh Presents.... Rosie Jones

Romesh Presents...

Episode 1 - Rosie Jones: Inspiration

Romesh Ranganathan introduces Rosie Jones who's enlisted fellow comedian Tom Allen to help her achieve a goal.

Romesh Presents.... Anna Mann (Colin Hoult)

Romesh Presents...

Episode 2 - Colin Hoult: Inside Your Ancestors

Romesh welcomes Colin Hoult, whose alter-ego Anna Mann host a spoof ancestry show with Harvey from So Solid Crew.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV
11:20pm
60 min version
(repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Danny Bhoy, Dara O Briain, Nina Conti. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 8, Episode 1 - Dara O'Briain, Nina Conti, Danny Bhoy

Dara O'Briain hosts the first in a new series. He introduces ventriloquist Nina Conti and the irrepressible Danny Bhoy to the stage.

Room 101. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 3, Episode 3 - Lee Mack, Dave Myers, Ruby Wax

Stand-up Lee Mack, comic and presenter Ruby Wax and hairy biker Dave Myers try to dump wigs, children's parties and Ruby's own mother into Room 101.

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