Television
TV schedule Friday 6th March 2020
Twirlywoos
Series 3, Episode 8 - More About Coming And GoingThe Brass Band visit the Twirlywoos on the Big Red Boat - but are they coming or going?
The Piglet Files
Series 1, Episode 3 - A Room With A ViewSince the fall of the Berlin wall, agents have been flooding into Britain. Dexter and Flint are staking out a house belonging to two such unwelcome guests, and Peter's brought in to help assist their surveillance by new electronic means ahead of a visit by their East German controller.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 44 - Pi In The SkyThe gang spot what appears to be a meteor through Screwtop's mega-powerful telescope. It turns out to be an early space invention of the Professor's, hurtling back towards Earth on a collision course with Beanotown! Can Dennis and the gang save the day, or will Beanotown be destroyed forever.
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 32 - The Law Of BeveragesBaron Greenback brews a plot to steal every beverage on the planet, mix them all together, making an un-drinkable disgusting sludge.
The Piglet Files
Series 1, Episode 4 - The Ice Man ComethWhen the Russians mistake Piglet for another agent, it seems that his life may suddenly be in great danger. Meanwhile, his latest technological developments aren't exactly working as intended.
Bitz & Bob
Series 2, Episode 18 - Mayor Bevel's Mega WheelBitz, Bob and Purl are building a giant Mega Wheel in Craft City for Mayor Bevel, and the local citizens are getting very excited.
The Time Of His Life
A repeat of this 1955 film.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 19 - Royal BeanMr Bean meets the Queen during a visit to Buckingham Palace to replace his favourite, but broken, mug.
As Time Goes By
Series 4, Episode 8 - Wedding Day NervesWhile Lionel suffers an attack of the wedding day wobbles, bride-to-be Jean does her utmost to remain calm in spite of her sister-in-law's efforts.
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 5 - Go Jet Academy: Artificial ReefKyan, Lars and Foz pick up litter on the Academy beach after a storm, while Xuli dives down to check the coral reef. She spots something in the murky depths: a huge rusty submarine lies across the reef, and the moustache on the bow means it must belong to Grandmaster Glitch. What's worse, it's leaking oil!
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 49 - In The PinkMr Bean finds himself lumbered with an unwanted pet in the form of a four-legged ball of pink fur with piggy eyes and a penchant for earthworms. Encyclopaedias leave him none the wiser as to the identity of the pesky creature, but Bean cannot bring himself to abandon it.
Justin's House
Series 3, Episode 17 - Blocked PipeWhen Little Monster blocks up the pipes with old custard, Robert calls in the help of slop experts Cook and Line from Swashbuckle.
The Good Life
Series 2, Episode 6 - Home Sweet HomeA great opportunity arises for the Goods which promises to boost their earnings considerably.
The Darling Buds Of May
Series 2, Christmas Special - Le Grand WeekendCharley and Mariette are left holding the fort when Ma and Pop win a surprise trip to Paris. Things don't go as planned and it turns into quite a weekend.
Timmy Time
Series 1, Episode 11 - Timmy's PicnicTimmy's class go on a picnic, but during a game of football the ball bursts on Apricot's spikes.
Tawny Pipit
A village bands together to save its wildlife from development and wildlife collectors.
Porridge
Series 3, Episode 2 - Poetic JusticeAn old acquaintance of Fletcher's becomes the third occupant of the cell: the judge who sentenced him to five years! Initial resentment fades, and Fletcher decides that an old school friend of the Governor's could prove very useful. However, not all his fellow prisoners are as enlightened.
Twirlywoos
Series 4, Episode 20 - More About Getting WetThe Twirlywoos are in a kitchen watching a man washing his clothes.
Minder
Series 2, Episode 10 - The Old School TieWhen an old friend of Terry's escapes from prison, he wants him to help prove his innocence.
Millie Inbetween
A selection of episodes from the first series of the children's sitcom.
Sooty
Series 1, Episode 21 - Pizza To GoSooty and the gang are put in charge of Mr Slater's Pizza Parlour but Soo would rather be a top fashion designer like Valentino Du Prado. Things go from bad to worse in the kitchen as pizzas start flying off the shelves. Perhaps a special visitor can lend a hand? Guest starring Brendan Cole.
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 6, Episode 6 - Man TrapWhile Gladys finds herself falling for Clive, Joe Maplin announces her engagement to Spike - which doesn't please April at all.
That's My Boy
Series 3, Episode 5 - Unfair DismissalAfter asking for a modest rise, the other residents of the block outvote the Prices and decide to fire doorman and caretaker Jim. Ida is outraged at the news, especially when she discovers his jobs will be split up between the flats.
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 30th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
Loser Takes All
A repeat of this 1956 film.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 2, Episode 8 - Waffle In The Shoe ShopWhile Zoe helps Doug with his homework project about Alaska, Simon and Jess take Waffle and Evie to the shops to buy new school shoes. But Waffle's attempts to help end up causing chaos.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 4, Episode 6 - Please Mind Your HeadHyacinth and Richard spend their first night in their new weekend retreat. But plans to become part of the "country set" go horribly wrong as the apartment proves a little on the "bijou" side.
Porridge
Series 3, Episode 2 - Poetic JusticeAn old acquaintance of Fletcher's becomes the third occupant of the cell: the judge who sentenced him to five years! Initial resentment fades, and Fletcher decides that an old school friend of the Governor's could prove very useful. However, not all his fellow prisoners are as enlightened.
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.
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 6, Episode 6 - Man TrapWhile Gladys finds herself falling for Clive, Joe Maplin announces her engagement to Spike - which doesn't please April at all.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 4, Episode 6 - Please Mind Your HeadHyacinth and Richard spend their first night in their new weekend retreat. But plans to become part of the "country set" go horribly wrong as the apartment proves a little on the "bijou" side.
Almost Never
Series 1, Episode 2 - The ConcertChloe decides the boys need to record a music video, but unfortunately Nate finds himself roped into taking his sister Molly to a Girls Here First concert, the one place he should never be seen!
Bad Robots
A selection of episodes from the first and second series.
Monarch Of The Glen
Series 2, Episode 4Comedy drama set in the Scottish Highlands, based on the comic novels of Compton Mackenzie.
Dad's Army
Series 6, Episode 6 - Things That Go Bump In The NightThe van runs out of petrol in the middle of a huge storm, so the platoon have to take shelter in a large, dark and gloomy house.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 3, Episode 7 - Hard To SwallowThe Flock are delighted when a bird-watcher drops his duck call in their field and Shaun uses it to entertain them. However, swallowing the duck call isn't what he had in mind - and the ducks aren't too happy either.
Dad's Army
Series 6, Episode 7 - The RecruitWhile Captain Mainwaring is in hospital, the Vicar and the Verger decide to join the Home Guard. Mainwaring is not pleased about it, but there is nothing he can do, so he sends them out to patrol with Jones's men.
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 30th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 6 - Machu Picchu, PeruThe Go Jetters head to the ancient Peruvian city of Machu Picchu to watch Kyan compete in the Inca Trail Marathon.
Gigglebiz
Series 3, Episode 6Incompetent DIY enthusiast DIY Dan demonstrates how to liven up a boring front door, gardener Will Barrow has trouble with a worm while trying to eat his lunch and bossy antiques expert Ann Teak examines a rare pearl necklace.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 3, Episode 2 - Waffle At The KennelsWaffle is staying at Angela's kennels while the Brooklyn-Bells are on holiday.
Bread
Series 5, Episode 13It's Ma Boswell's birthday and she waits by the phone for Derek to ring and make her day. A surprise visit from Roxy causes Joey problems but he is surprised by his mother's reaction when he finally admits the relationship to her.
Horrible Histories
Series 1, Episode 10HHTV News reports live from the Battle of Thermopylae, Celt housewives find decorative uses for severed heads and we learn the revolting truth about Roman toilets.
Hi-De-Hi!
Series 3, Episode 12 - All ChangeJoe Maplin appoints a supervisor of all Yellowcoats, who requires a chalet to herself - which throws the accommodation situation into chaos. She also takes an immediate dislike to Gladys and demotes her.
Taskmaster
Series 7, Episode 5 - Lotta SoupRhod Gilbert endangers Alex's life (again), Jessica Knappett's sunny outlook on life is severely tested by a former traffic warden and Phil Wang has a lovely old time with a squeezy jar of mayonnaise.
As Time Goes By
Series 7, Episode 5 - Too Old... Or Too Nosy?Jean's sister-in-law Penny and her husband Stephen are visiting, but upon arrival it transpires they aren't talking. Sandy, meanwhile, has a holiday planned with boyfriend Harry.
The Good Life
Series 2, Episode 6 - Home Sweet HomeA great opportunity arises for the Goods which promises to boost their earnings considerably.
Horrible Histories
Series 4, Episode 10William the Conqueror has some trouble conquering the town of Ely; Greek philosopher Diogenes reveals his disgusting tactic for getting rid of people he doesn't like; a Saxon joins a modern dating agency, and there is a surprise in store for the people on Victorian Wife Swap.
Room 101
Series 6, Episode 1 - Catherine Tate, Rylan Clark-Neal, Nigel HaversComedian Catherine Tate, actor Nigel Havers and TV presenter Rylan Clark-Neal try to send hipster restaurants, set up-paparazzi shoots and Jeremy Corbyn into the Orwellian chamber.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 29, Episode 10 - It's Never Ten YearsClegg and Truly reminisce fondly about their old friend Compo, who suffered at the hands of Nora Batty - and them.
Porridge
Series 3, Episode 2 - Poetic JusticeAn old acquaintance of Fletcher's becomes the third occupant of the cell: the judge who sentenced him to five years! Initial resentment fades, and Fletcher decides that an old school friend of the Governor's could prove very useful. However, not all his fellow prisoners are as enlightened.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 19 - Royal BeanMr Bean meets the Queen during a visit to Buckingham Palace to replace his favourite, but broken, mug.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 49 - In The PinkMr Bean finds himself lumbered with an unwanted pet in the form of a four-legged ball of pink fur with piggy eyes and a penchant for earthworms. Encyclopaedias leave him none the wiser as to the identity of the pesky creature, but Bean cannot bring himself to abandon it.
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.
Dad's Army
Series 6, Episode 6 - Things That Go Bump In The NightThe van runs out of petrol in the middle of a huge storm, so the platoon have to take shelter in a large, dark and gloomy house.
Doc Martin
Series 9, Episode 1 - To The LighthouseMartin's medical career remains under scrutiny as a GMC representative has come to assess him and his surgery. Meanwhile, Al accidentally proposes to Morwenna, and Mrs Tishell has a new lease on life.
So Awkward
Series 5, Episode 6 - V DayLily goes into overdrive and organises the best Valentine's Day ever!
Have I Got News For You
Series 54, Episode 1Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Alexander Armstrong and guest panellists Roisin Conaty and James O'Brien.
Dad's Army
Series 6, Episode 7 - The RecruitWhile Captain Mainwaring is in hospital, the Vicar and the Verger decide to join the Home Guard. Mainwaring is not pleased about it, but there is nothing he can do, so he sends them out to patrol with Jones's men.
Doc Martin
Series 9, Episode 2 - The Shock Of The NewDr Martin Ellingham's GMC report has arrived. He's required to pass three refresher courses, which will then decide whether he is deemed fit to practice, starting with a phlebotomy course.
Intelligence
Series 1, Episode 5When Jerry admits that he's slept with department hacker Tuva, Joseph is devastated. But when Joseph finds out that Jerry is married he begins to question their whole friendship. Meanwhile, having failed her appraisal, Christine attempts to soften her style as Mary tries to single-handedly manage the department's workload.
Mrs. Brown's Boys
Series 1, Episode 5 - Mammy Of The GroomWith his wedding only days away and tensions running high, Dermot suffers some pre-wedding jitters and takes refuge in a cupboard. Will Agnes be able to coax her son out in time for his nuptials? Meanwhile, Cathy gives her mother a book on homosexuality, leading Agnes to wonder who in her family is gay.
QI
Series O, Episode 2 - OrganismsSandi Toksvig looks at multiple Organisms. Where else are you going to meet the world's deadliest hunter, a photographer hidden inside an ox, and a juggling otter, all in the same room? With Nish Kumar, Cariad Lloyd and Holly Walsh.
Intelligence
Series 1, Episode 6When Jerry finds out his best friend and FBI agent Clint has been sleeping with his wife he accidentally shoots him. But when Clint shows up at GCHQ with an extradition order for Jerry, the truth about Jerry's NSA past comes out. Hoping it will grant Jerry British citizenship, Joseph and the team stage a wedding to protect Jerry and prevent him from leaving the UK.
Scot Squad
Series 1, Episode 4Chief Commissioner Miekelson spends a day with Volunteer Officer Ken Beattie; PCs McKirdy and Singh get into a scrape thanks to a lost ice-scraper; and it's a case of green eyed monster for PC McLaren when PC Fletcher becomes the police poster girl.
The Ricky Gervais Show
Series 1, Episode 10Storylines from this episode include: Karl's views on the National Curriculum; dishwashers on Mars; the human appendix; and a chimp doctor in Monkey News.
Sandylands
Series 1, Episode 3Les, back to his old tricks, plots his escape from Sandylands. Tina discovers that Les is still alive, while Emily manages to keep them all from the beady eye of the mysterious One-Eyed Man.
Mock The Week
Series 18, Episode 10Dara O Briain looks back on the latest events in news and politics, with the help of Angela Barnes, Ed Byrne, Kerry Godliman, Milton Jones, Chris Washington and regular panellist Hugh Dennis.
Red Dwarf
Series III, Episode 3 - PolymorphA chameleonic shape-changing mutant known as a Polymorph is roaming around Red Dwarf, disguising itself in order to manipulate and feed on the crew's emotions.
The Last Leg
Series 19, Episode 8Adam Hills, Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker are joined by celebrity guests, former Speaker of the House of Commons John Bercow and comic Sara Pascoe.
Peep Show
Series 6, Episode 3 - Jeremy In LoveJeremy realises that he's in love with Elena and decides to be generally less selfish to win her affection. He also thinks it might be a good idea to tell her he loves her, but Mark isn't so sure...
Red Dwarf
Series III, Episode 4 - BodyswapA bodyswap deal between Lister and Rimmer doesn't quite go to plan when Rimmer gets a bit carried away with himself.
Intelligence
Series 1, Episode 5When Jerry admits that he's slept with department hacker Tuva, Joseph is devastated. But when Joseph finds out that Jerry is married he begins to question their whole friendship. Meanwhile, having failed her appraisal, Christine attempts to soften her style as Mary tries to single-handedly manage the department's workload.
The Big Narstie Show
Series 3, Episode 5Musician Nile Rodgers, Fred Sirieix from Channel 4's First Dates, actor and rapper Riz Ahmed, singer Ray BLK and comedian Lolly Adefope join the grime legend and his comedian co-pilot Mo Gilligan for more music and chat.
Peep Show
Series 6, Episode 4 - The AffairMark discovers that Jeremy's girlfriend Elena, has a guilty secret.
Meet The Richardsons
Series 1, Episode 2Jon appears on Countdown with his comedy hero Jack Dee, who gives him some career advice.
Intelligence
Series 1, Episode 6When Jerry finds out his best friend and FBI agent Clint has been sleeping with his wife he accidentally shoots him. But when Clint shows up at GCHQ with an extradition order for Jerry, the truth about Jerry's NSA past comes out. Hoping it will grant Jerry British citizenship, Joseph and the team stage a wedding to protect Jerry and prevent him from leaving the UK.
The Trip
The Trip To Greece, Episode 1 - Troy To KavalaIt's nearly a full decade since Rob and Steve first embarked on their trip across the Lake District, and The Observer has asked them to mark the anniversary by recreating Odysseus's 10-year odyssey in six days. Beginning in modern-day Turkey, they chat about Steve's acclaimed Stan & Ollie role.
All Round To Mrs. Brown's
Series 1, Episode 5Agnes and the family are joined by the nation's favourite choirmaster Gareth Malone and singer Peter Andre. Nick Knowles teams up with Dermot and Buster for their Celebrity Boat Tour adventure, and 90s pop stars Steps perform their new single Scared of the Dark in Foley's pub.
Taskmaster
Series 7, Episode 5 - Lotta SoupRhod Gilbert endangers Alex's life (again), Jessica Knappett's sunny outlook on life is severely tested by a former traffic warden and Phil Wang has a lovely old time with a squeezy jar of mayonnaise.
The Trip
The Trip To Greece, Episode 2 - Kavala To PelionSteve Coogan and Rob Brydon's gastro tour takes them to the beach home of Mamma Mia!, where their lunchtime chat is about Alexander the Great and Ray Winstone.
Bad Robots
Series 2, Episode 3Tezcorp is branching out into naughty computer software - we are all reliant on the internet these days so why not try Tezbrowze? Meanwhile Border Control B.O.T. is keeping the Isle and Wight Safe, and the latest Tezcorp release, Hear 2 Stay, is giving members of the public an earful.
Bad Robots
Series 2, Episode 4The Bad Robots are back with another brand new infuriating machine - the all new automated shopping survey machine S.A.L.Y. Whilst pub goers are left empty pocketed and empty hearts by Quizimodo, Tezcorp's pub quiz machine; the British Language test makes a return as foreign language students are asked to make sense of UK accents - 'piece of cake me old mukka?'
Have I Got News For You
Series 54, Episode 1Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Alexander Armstrong and guest panellists Roisin Conaty and James O'Brien.
Dad's Army
Series 6, Episode 7 - The RecruitWhile Captain Mainwaring is in hospital, the Vicar and the Verger decide to join the Home Guard. Mainwaring is not pleased about it, but there is nothing he can do, so he sends them out to patrol with Jones's men.
Minder
Series 2, Episode 10 - The Old School TieWhen an old friend of Terry's escapes from prison, he wants him to help prove his innocence.
Peep Show
Series 6, Episode 3 - Jeremy In LoveJeremy realises that he's in love with Elena and decides to be generally less selfish to win her affection. He also thinks it might be a good idea to tell her he loves her, but Mark isn't so sure...
Jon Richardson: Ultimate Worrier
Series 1, Episode 5 - Jon RichardsonJon's wife and fellow comedian Lucy Beaumont is on hand to answer her stressed spouse's worries about himself - and their marriage. Jonathan Ross also guests.
Peep Show
Series 6, Episode 4 - The AffairMark discovers that Jeremy's girlfriend Elena, has a guilty secret.
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 6, Episode 4Russell Howard looks at topics including security for the Olympics, the terrible May weather and a lost ET doll. Pali, the world's quickest pizza maker, is the Mystery Guest. The Good News Extra comic is Daniel Simonsen.
Plebs
Series 4, Episode 3 - The MarathonIt's marathon time and the city's gone into a frenzy of fundraising. So when Grumio's mistaken as a charity case, Marcus spies a money-making opportunity. Jason bets Aurelius he can beat him in the big race despite not having run since junior school.
The Rebel
Series 1, Episode 1 - LawFollowing a reluctant visit to see his doctor, Henry witnesses a robbery and gives chase - only to be accused of homophobia by a do-gooder policeman, whom he then assaults!
That's My Boy
Formidable Ida Willis takes a job as housekeeper to Dr. Robert Price, little knowing that he is the son she gave up for adoption when she was young.
Zapped
Series 3, Episode 5 - BookBrian has the amulet that can get him home, but it doesn't work. Howell tricks him into getting a book from the sinister Munty Library to help. Barbara's mother comes to visit and takes a shine to Herman. Meanwhile Steg is mistaken for a goblin.
The Rebel
Series 1, Episode 2 - CharityWhen Charles goes missing, Henry eventually finds him volunteering in a former church, now newly opened charity shop 'Virtuous'. Donations to Margaret's shop have dropped off, and they suspect are being stolen from outside the door overnight. With some investigation, the horrible truth about Virtuous begins to come to light.
Russell Howard & Mum
USA Road Trip - Series 2, Episode 3 - Rocking Out In LARussell and his mum, Ninette, are in LA and they are ready to rock! They are enrolling in the Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp, where they have 48 hours to become full blown guitar heroes and perform their first ever gig in the heart of Hollywood. There is one snag, neither of them can play a note.
Bad Robots
Series 2, Episode 5Tezcorp's new world order of enraging us pathetic humans with the mischievous automation is gaining pace as this week sees Frank and Send, the postage machine, has a new trick up its robotic sleeve.
Russell Howard & Mum
USA Road Trip - Series 2, Episode 4 - Cowboy Ranching In OregonRussell and Ninette's All-American Road Trip has brought them west. The Wild West to be exact. They are in cowboy country and are saddling up for a mission to become real life ranchers on the old frontier, before riding off on their first ever cattle drive.
Bad Robots
Series 2, Episode 6Digi-photo-matic photo booth offers the most ridiculous added extras, such as a passport photo on an abandoned totem pole.
Your Face Or Mine
Series 4, Episode 8Nick and Keeley (plus their dog Missy) are next on the sofa to take on Jimmy and Katherine's relationship rocking questions - with surprise celebrity guest and former Made In Chelsea star James Dunmore, who will be familiar face for one of the contestants...