Television
TV schedule Thursday 9th July 2020
Who Done It?
Big screen debut for Benny Hill as a street-sweeper who wins enough money to pursue his dream of becoming a private investigator.
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?
Timmy Time
Series 2, Episode 25 - Timmy Slips UpEveryone is excited when the frosty playground means that Timmy and his friends can have fun sliding around.
Porridge
Series 1, Episode 2 - The HustlerGambling fever has hit Slade - subjects include the number of bricks in a cell, and the number of eggs laid by the hens on the prison farm. Fletch has organised a big game in a secret location, but will anyone actually win?
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 32 - Gnashernal TreasureThe class dig up a mysterious time capsule which sets them off on a race to find hidden treasure before Walter or a greed-crazed Paul the Potato can find it first.
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 18 - The Northern Lights, FinlandUbercorn is excited to see the Northern Lights, but Glitch's Grunge-Grimbler covers them with smoke.
The Green Green Grass
Series 3, Episode 2 - The Lonely HerdsmanWhen Marlene drags Boycie and Tyler to visit her mother Dora, the battle lines are drawn. Back at the farm, Bryan tries his hand at poetry to stop him feeling lonely whilst Mrs Cakeworthy surfs the net to help him find a solution.
Bitz & Bob
Series 1, Episode 1 - Castle MakeoverBob really wants his castle to look more like Bitz's, and everyone pitches in to help, but things don't go to plan.
The Green Green Grass
Series 3, Episode 3 - If You Go Down To The WoodsMarlene is distraught when Earl the dog and Tyler both go missing. Boycie, Bryan and Jed form a search party, but entering the haunted woods with night drawing in soon confounds the rescuers.
Justin's House
Series 3, Episode 4 - Royal VisitJustin, Robert and Little Monster prepare for a special visit from the king, but will Justin's house be fun enough to get the royal seal of approval? Guest starring Chris Jarvis and Pui Fan Lee.
Porridge
Series 1, Episode 5 - Ways And MeansAfter offering advice to fellow fishing-net "knitter" McLaren on curbing his short temper, Fletch attempts to make amends with the governor when McLaren forgoes angry outbursts for a more peaceful rooftop protest.
Bless This House
Series 4, Episode 5 - The Bells Are RingingSid and Jean are shocked when Mike announces his intention to marry an old school friend of Sally's. But they're absolutely flabbergasted when Sally informs them that it'll be a double wedding - as she's going to marry her old friend's father!
Minder
Series 1, Episode 3 - The Smaller They Are...When an old friend comes asking for help with tale of a large stash of stolen money, Arthur is only too happy to volunteer his and Terry's services. Unfortunately, the previous owners are keen to reclaim their cash.
Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
Operation Bullshine
A repeat of this 1959 film.
Twirlywoos
Series 3, Episode 9 - More About UpThe Piece of Paper visits the Twirlywoos on the Big Red Boat and thenfolds itself into stairs for Chickedy and Chick to climb up.
Bless This House
Series 4, Episode 6 - The First 25 Years Are The WorstMike and Sally solve their job-searching woes by establishing their own business - an employment agency! Sid's attempt to help only results in an awkward evening at his boss's house; back at his own, trouble is brewing over his and Jean's 25th wedding anniversary.
Are You Being Served?
Series 5, Episode 6 - Goodbye Mr. GraingerThe staff think Mr. Grainger has been unbearable of late and decide he should go; however Mr. Grainger learns of their plot and decides to retire first. But then he wins the lottery and the staff have a dilemma on their hands.
Sooty
Series 2, Episode 9 - Sooty Takes OffSooty, Sweep and Soo are desperate to join the junior model flyers' club, and they have just the plane to prove their skills. But after a journey that takes them from Paris to the North Pole, will they have enough fuel to make it home?
That's My Boy
Series 2, Episode 1 - Only When It HurtsThe dual perils of a bad toothache and Mrs. Price coming for tea lead Ida to have a less than pleasant day.
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 30th and 31st series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
Oh... Rosalinda!!
Musical comedy and light farce set in occupied 1955 Vienna, based on Strauss operetta Die Fledermaus.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 3, Episode 4 - The Legend Of Sir WaffleWaffle has accidentally flooded Mrs Hobbs' kitchen and she's furious. Jess and Simon mop up while Waffle, with Doug and Evie's help, makes George a special new bed to say sorry.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 2, Episode 7 - A Touch Of GlassA chance meeting with a member of the aristocracy enables Del to impress with his, previously unknown, knowledge of chandelier repairing. He enlists the help of Rodney and Grandad to get them down...
Timmy Time
Series 3, Episode 20 - Timmy's Bouncy FriendTimmy's new friend is big, round, friendly and very, very bouncy - it's a space hopper.
Porridge
Series 1, Episode 5 - Ways And MeansAfter offering advice to fellow fishing-net "knitter" McLaren on curbing his short temper, Fletch attempts to make amends with the governor when McLaren forgoes angry outbursts for a more peaceful rooftop protest.
Twirlywoos
Series 3, Episode 10 - More About UnderneathThe Twirlywoos are in a warehouse, underneath a cardboard box. They watch a man load a lorry with parcels, but then he goes to load the box which the Twirlywoos are hiding underneath.
Are You Being Served?
Series 5, Episode 6 - Goodbye Mr. GraingerThe staff think Mr. Grainger has been unbearable of late and decide he should go; however Mr. Grainger learns of their plot and decides to retire first. But then he wins the lottery and the staff have a dilemma on their hands.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated children's comedy.
Comedy Legends
Series 1, Episode 4 - Ronnie BarkerBarry Cryer looks back on the career of Ronnie Barker. From Porridge and Open All Hours to The Two Ronnies, Barker was one of British TV's best-loved entertainers.
The Green Green Grass
Series 3, Episode 3 - If You Go Down To The WoodsMarlene is distraught when Earl the dog and Tyler both go missing. Boycie, Bryan and Jed form a search party, but entering the haunted woods with night drawing in soon confounds the rescuers.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 2, Episode 7 - A Touch Of GlassA chance meeting with a member of the aristocracy enables Del to impress with his, previously unknown, knowledge of chandelier repairing. He enlists the help of Rodney and Grandad to get them down...
Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 23 - The Scare Mouse ProjectColonel K spins a terrifying tale about the Headless Postman - an ancient and alarmingly scary apparition.
Diddy TV
Series 3, Episode 8 - The Diddy ChoirTwo top nurseries clash in a battle of IQs in Nursery Challenge. The quest to get the nation singing again continues in The Diddy Choir, and Wolfblood and EastEnders actor Michelle Gayle is Diddy Dick and Dom's guest in Diddy Chat.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 32 - Gnashernal TreasureThe class dig up a mysterious time capsule which sets them off on a race to find hidden treasure before Walter or a greed-crazed Paul the Potato can find it first.
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 30th and 31st series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
Minder
Series 1, Episode 4 - A Tethered GoatArthur thinks he and Terry are due a bit of nice, easy money when he's approached about a 'babysitter' for a visiting Arab businessman. It soon transpires, however, that neither man is quite as he seems.
Bitz & Bob
Series 1, Episode 8 - Bob's Balloon AdventureWhen Bob gets stuck in a runaway hot air balloon over Craft City, Bitz needs to give him clear instructions on how to land it - and she's running out of time!
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 19 - Amazon Rainforest, South AmericaGlitch wants a picnic so he stops the rain in the rainforest, upsetting the local tree frogs.
Carry On Teacher
A group of school children try to stop their mild-mannered headmaster leaving.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 4, Episode 5 - Waffle Gets SnowyCallum takes Evie, Doug, Simon and Waffle for after-school fun at an indoor snow arena.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 5, Episode 4 - Absent FriendsA spate of burglaries throws suspicion on Sharon and Tracey.
Are You Being Served?
Series 5, Episode 6 - Goodbye Mr. GraingerThe staff think Mr. Grainger has been unbearable of late and decide he should go; however Mr. Grainger learns of their plot and decides to retire first. But then he wins the lottery and the staff have a dilemma on their hands.
Waiting For God
Series 1, Episode 6Following the establishment of the residents' committee, Harvey is suffering. The residents are happy, but Harvey's suffering. Meanwhile, Diana's niece and Tom's son are sneaking in to secret meetings in the management office...
Taskmaster
Series 9, Episode 8 - ShaqinahatAll the key areas of entertainment are covered in this episode: slapstick, singing, dancing, balloons and, of course, throwing one thing into another thing. Ed Gamble dons a baby's bonnet, Katy Wix makes Alex Horne wince and Rose Matafeo does a spot of screaming.
The Green Green Grass
Series 3, Episode 3 - If You Go Down To The WoodsMarlene is distraught when Earl the dog and Tyler both go missing. Boycie, Bryan and Jed form a search party, but entering the haunted woods with night drawing in soon confounds the rescuers.
'Allo 'Allo!
Series 1, Episode 3 - Saville Row To The RescueAs the Resistance prepare to take delivery of the new uniforms for the Colonel and Hans and sending off the British airmen for good, René is charged with the care of a bottle of explosive disguised as gin.
Only Fools And Horses
A selection of three episodes from the David Jason sitcom.
Horrible Histories
Series 7, Highlights Special - Savage Songs SpecialRattus attempts to put together his own festival (the delightfully named Glastonsmelly).
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 15, Episode 6 - Springing SmilerFoggy, Clegg and a rather enthusiastic Compo accept the challenge of springing Smiler, Nora Batty's ex-lodger.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 3 - A Whaley Good TimeFuzzypeg eats the Spuds' fish supper and Dave has to catch another. Things look up when he hooks something, but it turns out to be a whale.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 4 - Born FreeGeorge takes Dave on an adventure camping, but Dave isn't sure it's a great idea. He's proved right when they both wake up in a bear's cave.
TV Flashback
Series 3, Episode 2 - AdventureTudur Owen is on a quest for adventure as he picks through another selection of funny and fascinating clips from the past 50 years of Welsh TV, featuring everything from bucking broncos and medieval warriors to Hawaiian hula girls.
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 7, Episode 5Russell Howard returns to pore through another week's weird and wild news stories and international media events.
QI
Series R, Episode 7 - RevolutionsSandi Toksvig quizzes the panel on a few revolutionary ideas, with Alan Davies, Gyles Brandreth, Susan Calman and Jessica Fostekew going round the houses trying to come up with a decent answer.
Live At The Apollo
Series 15, Episode 5 - Ardal O'Hanlon, Mawaan Rizwan, Sara BarronArdal O'Hanlon plays host in this edition of the comedy showcase, recorded before a packed house at London's Hammersmith Apollo. The show features sets by Mawaan Rizwan and Sara Barron.
QI
Series R, Episode 7 - RevolutionsSandi Toksvig quizzes the panel on a few revolutionary ideas, with Alan Davies, Gyles Brandreth, Susan Calman and Jessica Fostekew going round the houses trying to come up with a decent answer.
There She Goes
Series 2, Episode 1 - Speech And LanguageRosie starts to say the word mama, raising hopes that her communication might finally take off.
Bottom
Series 3, Episode 1 - HoleAfter an evening at the fair, Richie and Eddie are rather alarmed to find themselves trapped at the top of Europe's largest ferris wheel for the night. Then everything gets much worse.
Lee Evans Live From The West End
A one-off live performance from the comic genius, recorded at the Lyric Theatre in 1995.
Frankie Boyle's Tour Of Scotland
Episode 3 - Glasgow To AyrFrankie travels from Glasgow to a stand-up show in Ayr. Along the way, he learns martial arts, explores the life of Scotland's most famous queen and has a go on the dodgems.
There She Goes
Series 2, Episode 1 - Speech And LanguageRosie starts to say the word mama, raising hopes that her communication might finally take off.
Famalam
Series 1, Episode 1Watch the latest edition of William and Funke's over-raunchy morning chat show, and learn the secrets voodoo skills of Croydon's leading witch doctor Professor Lofuko.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Episode 2Sean Lock and Kevin Bridges are up against Jon Richardson and Kathy Burke, with Joe Lycett in Dictionary Corner. Nick Helm 'helps' Rachel Riley with the numbers and letters.
Men Behaving Badly
Series 5, Episode 1 - HairTony returns from his holidays sporting a beard, and Dorothy moves in with Gary.
Sliced
Series 1, Episode 1It's all change at Sliced, South London's premier low rent pizza parlour. Mario hires new girl Naomi, and Joshua encounters a rather challenging customer. Fellow driver Ricky to dreams up a sure-fire money-making scheme.
The History Boys
Film adaptation of Alan Bennett's acclaimed stage play about eight history students.
Porridge
A selection of episodes from the first series of the prison-based sitcom.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 7, Episode 6 - Three Men, A Woman And A BabyThe time has finally arrived for Raquel to give birth to "Son of Del", and Rodney is convinced that evil forces are afoot.
Father Ted
Series 2, Episode 6 - The PlagueWith Bishop Brennan on his way in order to talk to Ted about Jack's nude sleepwalking, the parochial house suddenly becomes overrun by rabbits - the one animal Brennan is petrified of...
Taskmaster
Series 9, Episode 9 - Don't Like Them Go BangThe five comics go undercover as they try to impress Greg Davies with their attempts at high-level espionage. Results, involving a white van, a newspaper and a paper cup, are mixed. Meanwhile, Greg's simpering secretary Alex Horne observes with barely concealed glee as Ed Gamble shaves his knees and Jo Brand finds an alternative use for her earring.
Comedy Central Live
Episode 8 - Fin TaylorFin Taylor gets political, talking all things equality, privilege and the #MeToo Movement. In a live performance from London, Fin navigates the not-so-blurred lines of today's culture.
Fern Brady Goes Viral!
Episode 2This episode sees Fern discovering how to get rich without leaving the house, wrapping her ears round the whispery world of ASMR, using make-up to help her glow like a princess and getting into a flame war with a five-year-old child.
Father Ted
Series 3, Episode 2 - Chirpy Burpy Cheap SheepTed becomes involved with the King of the Sheep competition after betting the entire winter's heating budget on the local champion.
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 8, Episode 6Topical comedy show in which Russell Howard offers up an energetic look at global goings-on and finds his own uniquely upbeat angle on the news each week.
The Alternative Comedy Experience
Series 1, Episode 1 - Value BastardNew series filmed in a live comedy club. German Comedy Ambassador Henning Wehn and Isy Suttie join tonight's line up of original comedians. Stewart Lee meets them backstage.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 3, Episode 2 - Healthy CompetitionRodney has become disillusioned with being Del's look-out, and announces his intention to set up business with Mickey Pearce.
Mock The Week
Series 10, Episode 9Dara O'Briain, Chris Addison, Hugh Dennis and Andy Parsons look back over another week's news with guests Milton Jones, Ed Byrne and Holly Walsh.
The Alternative Comedy Experience
Series 1, Episode 2 - Identity TheftChaser Paul Sinha is joined by David O'Doherty, Henning Wehn, and funny women Josie Long, Bridget Christie and Isy Suttie. Backstage chats with Stewart Lee.
Bottom
Series 3, Episode 1 - HoleAfter an evening at the fair, Richie and Eddie are rather alarmed to find themselves trapped at the top of Europe's largest ferris wheel for the night. Then everything gets much worse.
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 4, Episode 1Fresh from performing to over 160,000 fans on his sell-out UK arena tour, Russell Howard returns to BBC Three for a brand-new series of hit satirical comedy show.
Green Wing
Series 2, Episode 8Following the advice of a dead friend, Guy, Mac and Martin decide to finally propose marriage to Caroline, with varying degrees of success. Alan and Joanna believe they are beyond the law, but not for long. Karen falls out of a window and Martin experiences a case of deja vu.
CelebAbility
Series 3, Episode 6Five friends take on Scarlett Moffatt, Liam 'Gatsby' Blackwell, Luke Kempner, Amelia Lily and Arron Crascall in challenges based on unusual abilities.
Comedy Central Live
Episode 3 - Sofie HagenThe wonderful Sofie Hagen performs live from Camden in her very own stand-up special. The Danish comedian speaks about her relationships with men and awkward encounters with her family.
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 4, Episode 2Russell once again gives his upbeat and entertaining take on some of the key news stories of the week.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Episode 2Sean Lock and Kevin Bridges are up against Jon Richardson and Kathy Burke, with Joe Lycett in Dictionary Corner. Nick Helm 'helps' Rachel Riley with the numbers and letters.
Green Wing
Final Special - The SpecialIn the final ever episode, Martin presents a mime at a funeral, Alan and Joanna are on the run, Boyce encounters someone even more vile than Statham, the Office Girls go feral with Karen undergoing a dramatic change of personality, and Caroline finally gets married... but to whom?
Famalam
Series 1, Episode 1Watch the latest edition of William and Funke's over-raunchy morning chat show, and learn the secrets voodoo skills of Croydon's leading witch doctor Professor Lofuko.
Live At The Apollo
Series 15, Episode 5 - Ardal O'Hanlon, Mawaan Rizwan, Sara BarronArdal O'Hanlon plays host in this edition of the comedy showcase, recorded before a packed house at London's Hammersmith Apollo. The show features sets by Mawaan Rizwan and Sara Barron.
A League Of Their Own
Series 14, Episode 5This week Romesh will be making the short trip from the panel chairs over to the guest host position. Expect more challenges, laughter and banter as Romesh and the gang are joined by Jermaine Jenas, Lauren Steadman, Tom Allen and Rom's comedian chum Rob Beckett.
Lee Evans Live From The West End
A one-off live performance from the comic genius, recorded at the Lyric Theatre in 1995.
Father Ted
Series 2, Episode 5 - A Song For EuropeTed and Dougal plan to enter Eurosong 1996, borrowing the music from a 1970s entry's long-forgotten B-side.