Television
TV schedule Thursday 23rd July 2020
Twirlywoos
Series 4, Episode 13 - More About GoneStop-motion preschool programme about the adventures of four inquisitive Twirlywoos.
Timmy Time
Series 3, Episode 22 - Timmy The HeroAfter reading a superhero comic, Timmy is desperate to save the day. But his efforts are not always appreciated.
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.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 9 - Spud-U-LovePaul the Potato is love-struck by the poster girl potato.
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 42 - Waitomo Glowworm Caves, New ZealandIt's Go Jetters glow when Glitch uses some glow worms for his disco pizzazz in New Zealand.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 1, Episode 3Hyacinth looks forward to soaking up a little culture at her favourite stately home, but first feels she must visit Daddy. Unfortunately, this week he thinks he's Captain Midnight!
Bitz & Bob
Series 1, Episode 10 - Brilliant Beach CircusIt's circus time on Faraway Island, and everyone can't wait to show off their amazing acts.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 1, Episode 4Hyacinth is at her wit's end, what with the charity shop, Councillor Nugent, Rose's love life - and Daddy's! Can she cope?
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.
The Green Green Grass
Series 4, Episode 6 - The DepartedTyler is preparing for his first gig with his band, but he is worried he is going to ruin his credibility by turning up with mummy and daddy in tow. Meanwhile the staff spot a way to make a quick buck.
Minder
Series 4, Episode 3 - High Drains PilfererTerry has the misfortune to be driving for mobster Micky the Fish when his mistress's jewellery is stolen.
Bless This House
Series 6, Episode 9 - Friends & NeighboursWhilst Betty and Trevor are away on holiday, squatters take up residence in their home. On their return, the Lewises are understandably distressed, and Sid and Jean take them in.
Timmy Time
Series 3, Episode 25 - Timmy's CastleAfter a fun playtime activity of making a model castle, Timmy wants to play at being a knight.
Porridge
Series 3, Episode 6 - Final StretchGodber's case is coming up before the parole board, and with his clean record and his O Levels, he's sure to sail through it. Unless his feud with Jarvis - all brawn but little brain - escalates. Can he turn the other cheek, or has a man got to do what a man's got to do?
Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the second series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
Twirlywoos
Series 4, Episode 14 - More About Taller And TallerStop-motion preschool programme about the adventures of four inquisitive Twirlywoos.
Bless This House
Series 6, Episode 10 - Well, Well, Well...It's all hands to the pots and buckets when the sitting room unexpectedly springs a leak. Sid calls the water board for help, but soon finds a group of local archaeologists in residence.
Sooty
Series 2, Episode 23 - The Silent MovieWhen Sooty accidentally destroys one of Richard's old films, the gang decide to replace it with one they've made themselves. But will it be good enough to impress Mr Slater's grandchildren?
Are You Being Served?
Series 7, Episode 3 - The ApartmentSince her flat's been over-run by squatters and no one else will put her up, Mr. Grace allows Mrs. Slocombe to set up home in a vacant department on the top floor of the store. However, transport problems soon force the rest of the staff to beg her for a place for the night!
That's My Boy
Series 3, Episode 2 - Baby BluesThe household is set into baby mode when Robert and Angie are informed they will be godparents to the newborn daughter of her cousin, Katie. Angie quickly becomes besotted with the little one, but Robert is still determined he doesn't want children yet.
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the fourth series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
The Captain's Paradise
The captain of a ferry between Gibraltar and Morocco has a woman in each port.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 1, Episode 2 - Night Night, WaffleThe Brooklyn-Bells spend their first night together as a new family, only to be kept awake by Waffle, whose constant barking upsets Mrs Hobbs, their cat-obsessed neighbour.
Timmy Time
Series 2, Episode 15 - Timmy Bounces BackTimmy and his friends are playing ball games, but Stripey just cannot get the hang of them.
Dad's Army
Series 1, Episode 2 - Museum PieceThe LDV are short of weapons, so Captain Mainwaring marches on the Museum of Historic Army Weapons, recently closed for the duration. There is an obstacle however; the museum's elderly caretaker, who just happens to be Jones's father.
Almost Never
A selection of episodes from the first series of the musical children's sitcom.
Porridge
Series 3, Episode 6 - Final StretchGodber's case is coming up before the parole board, and with his clean record and his O Levels, he's sure to sail through it. Unless his feud with Jarvis - all brawn but little brain - escalates. Can he turn the other cheek, or has a man got to do what a man's got to do?
Twirlywoos
Series 4, Episode 15 - More About Shorter And ShorterStop-motion preschool programme about the adventures of four inquisitive Twirlywoos.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
A selection of episodes from the first series of animated children's comedy.
Are You Being Served?
Series 7, Episode 3 - The ApartmentSince her flat's been over-run by squatters and no one else will put her up, Mr. Grace allows Mrs. Slocombe to set up home in a vacant department on the top floor of the store. However, transport problems soon force the rest of the staff to beg her for a place for the night!
Comedy Legends
Series 2, Episode 8 - Lucille BallBarry Cryer reflects on the life and career of American comedian Lucille Ball, who created the highly influential sitcom I Love Lucy with her husband Desi Arnaz.
The Green Green Grass
Series 4, Episode 6 - The DepartedTyler is preparing for his first gig with his band, but he is worried he is going to ruin his credibility by turning up with mummy and daddy in tow. Meanwhile the staff spot a way to make a quick buck.
Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the second series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 33 - Licence To CareA mishap on a mission leaves Danger Mouse confused - why is Penfold not talking to him?
Minder
Series 4, Episode 4 - Sorry Pal, Wrong NumberArthur's new gambling venture involves Terry taking on the prestigious task of guarding three public telephone boxes.
Dad's Army
Series 3, Episode 3 - The Lion Has 'PhonesMainwaring tries to improve communications amongst the platoon by giving lessons in using public telephone boxes. Their lessons are needed when a German plane crash lands into the local reservoir.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 9 - Spud-U-LovePaul the Potato is love-struck by the poster girl potato.
That's My Boy
Series 2, Episode 7 - Go Jump In The FountainAngie thinks that Robert is in need of letting his hair down a bit more so insists he goes on a night out with the boys. Her enthusiasm is short-lived when she finds out what he gets up to!
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the fourth series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
Danny & Mick
Series 1, Episode 7 - White WeddingWith a wedding to organise, nothing can go wrong today. But Danny accidentally orders 10,000 toilet rolls and needs to hide them from the boss...
Bitz & Bob
Series 1, Episode 18 - Ahoy ThereA game of beach volleyball is interrupted when a ball thrown by Bevel dislodges the gang's raft.
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 43 - Lake Retba, SenegalThe team gets all shook up when Glitch sucks up the pink water of Senegal's Milkshake Lake.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 4, Episode 13 - Waffle Steals The ShowDoug, Ali and Mrs Hobbs all perform in the school show, but Evie nearly misses the finale.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 6, Episode 1 - Not In My Back YardSharon, Tracey and Dorien believe they will be living round the corner from royalty, when someone with children called Harry and William, and who is guarded by heavies moves into Chigwell.
Waiting For God
Series 2, Episode 9Harvey's latest plan to placate and involve the residents involves a group of local youths. But, as ever, he has an ulterior motive in mind - namely the eviction of Diana.
Are You Being Served?
Series 7, Episode 3 - The ApartmentSince her flat's been over-run by squatters and no one else will put her up, Mr. Grace allows Mrs. Slocombe to set up home in a vacant department on the top floor of the store. However, transport problems soon force the rest of the staff to beg her for a place for the night!
Taskmaster
Series 2, Episode 2 - Pork Is A SausageNursery rhymes are the flavour of this episode and viewer discretion is advised for Jon Richardson's disturbing take on Three Blind Mice as he strives to create the perfect music video. Another stupefying task reveals just why Doc Brown isn't an egg man.
'Allo 'Allo!
Series 2, Episode 6 - Herr Flick's RevengeHans, René and the Colonel are imprisoned in Herr Flick's cellar in connection with the location of the various Fallen Madonna copies. Could their days be up? And will a cunning plan involving silk knickers finally get the airmen home?
The Green Green Grass
Series 4, Episode 6 - The DepartedTyler is preparing for his first gig with his band, but he is worried he is going to ruin his credibility by turning up with mummy and daddy in tow. Meanwhile the staff spot a way to make a quick buck.
Horrible Histories
Series 8, Episode 6 - Bizarre BeastsCharles Darwin presents Yummy Planet, and some farting fish almost start a nuclear war!
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 16, Episode 7 - The Dewhirsts Of Ogleby HallFoggy learns that he may be an aristocrat.
Dad's Army
A selection of three episodes from the Home Guard sitcom.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 23 - Rat PackDave wants to learn to play the drums at school, but is given the recorder. With a talent show around the corner, Dave gets practising.
QI
Series H, Episode 15 - Hypnotism, Hallucinations And HysteriaWith Robert Webb, Ronni Ancona and Phill Jupitus.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 24 - Flea ManDave and Fuzzypeg the dog get dirty playing at the local dump, so dirty in fact that Fuzzypeg picks up an extremely grumpy flea.
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 8, Episode 5Topical 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.
QI
Series R, Episode 9 - RadioactiveSandi Toksvig asks questions on the theme of radio this week, with Joe Lycett, Shazia Mirza, Josh Widdicombe and Alan Davies trying to come up with interesting answers - while avoiding the most obvious ones.
Live At The Apollo
Series 13, Episode 5 - Dane Baptiste, Desiree Burch, Chris McCauslandDane Baptiste introduces New York-born comic Desiree Burch and Liverpool funnyman Chris McCausland to the stage.
Gavin & Stacey
Series 1, Episode 4The Shipmans drive down to Wales for the wedding fayre, and after a momentous trip to the church for the reading of the banns, Nessa tells Stacey her big secret.
There She Goes
Series 2, Episode 3 - Head SpaceEm is getting excited about her favourite night of the year - Si's annual pub quiz.
Not Going Out
Series 4, Episode 4 - DancingLucy and Tim's parents, Geoffrey and Wendy, are separating. Geoffrey moves into Lucy's flat, banishing Lee to the sofa. To get his room back and avoid being thrown onto the street, Lee must now play Relate Counsellor to patch up the marriage.
The Russell Howard Hour
Series 2, Episode 1Russell returns to mock the madness of the news. He talks Isis with New York Times journalist Rukmini Callimachi and gets päntsdrunk with Greg Davies.
Lee Evans Live In Scotland
The grand finale of Lee Evans's 100 date sell-out 1998 UK tour, performed to a full house at the Edinburgh Playhouse.
Scot Squad
Series 4, Episode 1Bobby fidgets with something explosive despite Officer Karen's pleas he keeps his paws off.
Frankie Boyle Live: Excited For You To See And Hate This
Frankie Boyle performs live at Glasgow's King's Theatre.
Famalam
Series 1, Episode 3In Midsomer, Detective Moses Mountree has problems with some traditional country pastimes. Big problems.
In The Long Run
Series 3, Episode 1As Walter worries about whether his life on the Eastbridge will make his Mama proud, Valentine worries that Kobna is taking his place as the favourite one.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Episode 16Jimmy Carr hosts a new edition of the panel game, with Sean Lock and Sara Pascoe who take on Jon Richardson and Josh Widdicombe. Susie Dent is joined by Alex Horne & The Horne Section in Dictionary Corner, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.
Sliced
Series 1, Episode 3Naomi is rightly furious when she gets sent a rather saucy gift. Ricky gets propositioned whilst on a delivery, and Mario's looking for someone to have a bit of fun with.
Not Going Out
Series 4, Episode 5 - FireworksAn old lady wanders into Lucy's flat and joins Lee on the sofa. When it becomes clear that she doesn't know who she is, Lee throws her out only to discover that she has a rich son who always pays a handsome reward to the person who brings her home.
Taskmaster
Series 2, Episode 3 - A Pistachio EclairIn one of the most difficult challenges of the competition, the rivals find themselves confronted with an intimidating man in gold chains: The Mayor of Chesham.
Peep Show
Series 2, Episode 4 - University ChallengeMark meets a student called April in a shoe shop and decides to return to see her again, but discovers that she has gone to university in Dartmouth.
Father Ted
Series 1, Episode 1 - Good Luck, Father TedWhen he receives a call from a television producer, Father Ted thinks he may have spied a route to fame, fortune, and an escape from Craggy Island.
Soho Theatre Live
Episode 6 - Rhys JamesRhys James is the final comedian to take the stage for the Soho Theatre Live series.
Father Ted
Series 1, Episode 2 - Entertaining Father StoneFather Stone, a priest even more boring than Dougal is stupid, is paying his annual visit - and he doesn't have to get back to his Parish for a few weeks...
Dad's Army
Series 1, Episode 3 - Command DecisionWith still no sign of real weapons, morale in the platoon has hit rock bottom. A proposal from a local landowner offers some hope, but will Mainwaring be willing to hand over command to desert veteran Colonel Square?
Russell Howard's Good News
A selection of episodes from the eighth and ninth series of the satirical comedy.
The Alternative Comedy Experience
Series 1, Episode 5 - Rice PuddingCharged comedy from Phil Nichol contrasted by the gentle David Kay, political satirist Andy Zaltzman, and funnyman Alun Cochrane. Backstage interviews by Stewart Lee.
In The Long Run
Series 3, Episode 1As Walter worries about whether his life on the Eastbridge will make his Mama proud, Valentine worries that Kobna is taking his place as the favourite one.
Mock The Week
Series 18, Highlights Special - CompilationDara O Briain and Hugh Dennis present a special edition of the topical comedy show featuring best bits, outtakes and unseen material.
Gavin & Stacey
Series 1, Episode 4The Shipmans drive down to Wales for the wedding fayre, and after a momentous trip to the church for the reading of the banns, Nessa tells Stacey her big secret.
The Alternative Comedy Experience
Series 1, Episode 6 - Danger ComediansTonight's show includes surreal stand-up Tony Law, idiosyncratic comedian Eleanor Tiernan, satirist Andy Zaltzman, German Henning Wehn and backstage chats with Stewart Lee.
Timewasters
Series 2, Episode 3 - Crazy In LoveVictoria decides that it's time to marry off her and Jason's son, JJ. But it seems the only woman JJ has eyes for is Lauren.
Lee Evans Live In Scotland
The grand finale of Lee Evans's 100 date sell-out 1998 UK tour, performed to a full house at the Edinburgh Playhouse.
QI
Series H, Episode 15 - Hypnotism, Hallucinations And HysteriaWith Robert Webb, Ronni Ancona and Phill Jupitus.
A League Of Their Own
European Road Trip, Episode 3The laughs continue as Jamie and Freddie go wheel to wheel in a cycle race in the Holland cup. Then, it's off to Monaco, where Novak Djokovic is waiting to umpire a doubles tie with Josh Widdicombe and Geri Horner. Look out for John Barnes, Mark Cavendish and Tom Davis, too.
Not Going Out
Series 4, Episode 4 - DancingLucy and Tim's parents, Geoffrey and Wendy, are separating. Geoffrey moves into Lucy's flat, banishing Lee to the sofa. To get his room back and avoid being thrown onto the street, Lee must now play Relate Counsellor to patch up the marriage.
CelebAbility
Series 3, Episode 8Danielle Armstrong, Lady Leshurr, Suzi Ruffell and Ross Adams take part in challenges based on unusual abilities.
Minder
Series 4, Episode 4 - Sorry Pal, Wrong NumberArthur's new gambling venture involves Terry taking on the prestigious task of guarding three public telephone boxes.
Red Dwarf
Series V, Episode 1 - HoloshipRimmer is sent from Red Dwarf to Holoship "Enlightenment" which has the highest of the high working there. Everything he ever wanted seems to be on board this ship, but unfortunately the path of success never did run smooth for Rimmer!
Live At The Apollo
Series 11, Episode 1 - Alan Carr, Francesca Martinez, Nish KumarIn the first episode, everyone's favourite 'Chatty Man' Alan Carr is the host as he introduces two of comedy's biggest stars - the fabulously funny Francesca Martinez and rising comedy star Nish Kumar.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Episode 16Jimmy Carr hosts a new edition of the panel game, with Sean Lock and Sara Pascoe who take on Jon Richardson and Josh Widdicombe. Susie Dent is joined by Alex Horne & The Horne Section in Dictionary Corner, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.
Famalam
Series 1, Episode 3In Midsomer, Detective Moses Mountree has problems with some traditional country pastimes. Big problems.
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 6, Episode 6Russell Howard once again offers his distinctive take on what has happened in the world this week, with an energetic and entertaining look at the news stories that have dominated the media and caught his eye.
Peep Show
Series 2, Episode 4 - University ChallengeMark meets a student called April in a shoe shop and decides to return to see her again, but discovers that she has gone to university in Dartmouth.
Red Dwarf
Series XI, Episode 1 - TwenticaThe Dwarfers find themselves in an alternative version of America where modern technology is prohibited, making Rimmer and Kryten illegal. The Dwarfers infiltrate the tech savvy underground and try to bring down the authoritarian regime.
Snuff Box
Episode 6 - WeddingRich plans to get married and start a new life - without Matt's interference.
A League Of Their Own
Series 9, Episode 5Win, lose or draw - does anyone actually care about the scoreline? - the riotous panel show continues with appearances from Peter Schmeichel, arguably the greatest goalkeeper to ever grace the football pitch, Olympic snowboarder Jenny Jones and comedian Josh Widdicombe.
Father Ted
Series 1, Episode 1 - Good Luck, Father TedWhen he receives a call from a television producer, Father Ted thinks he may have spied a route to fame, fortune, and an escape from Craggy Island.
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 6, Episode 7Russell Howard once again offers his distinctive take on what has happened in the world this week, with an energetic and entertaining look at the news stories that have dominated the media and caught his eye.
Not Going Out
Series 4, Episode 5 - FireworksAn old lady wanders into Lucy's flat and joins Lee on the sofa. When it becomes clear that she doesn't know who she is, Lee throws her out only to discover that she has a rich son who always pays a handsome reward to the person who brings her home.