Television
TV schedule Thursday 30th July 2020
Twirlywoos
Series 1, Episode 2 - UnderneathThe Twirlywoos learn about underneath when they visit a hat shop. Back in the boat, the Box brings a rainbow for the Twirlywoos to dance underneath.
Timmy Time
Series 2, Episode 7 - Timmy's TruckTimmy is determined to play with Otus's new remote-controlled truck, but his ambitious stunts end up breaking it.
'Allo 'Allo!
Series 9, Episode 1 - Gone With The WindmillHaving been double-crossed by Herr Flick, Gruber and the Colonel are looking for a way to un-desert. Madame Edith concocts a plot that will appear that they have been kidnapped. Unfortunately, the General fails to take the hint and René is forced to save the duo before they are blown up...
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 34 - Extreme Sports DayDennis recruits Grizzly Griller to help make school sports day more extreme, but as he and JJ get competitive against each other, who is sabotaging both their chances of winning?
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Episode 2Hyacinth is thrilled when the wealthy Mrs Fortescue asks them for a lift into town. But events don't go quite as Hyacinth would have wished, and she ends up on the back of a lorry whilst Mrs Fortescue is in the pub!
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 3 - Bonneville Salt Flats, USAThe Go Jetters arrive at the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah, USA - a huge dry lakebed that's perfect for high-speed driving. Lars unveils the Turbo Zoomster, a racecar made for Xuli to break the Go Jet land speed record. Suddenly, Grandmaster Glitch arrives at the wheel of his suped-up dragster. He once lost a race to the current record holder, Ubercorn, and now he's back for a second go.
'Allo 'Allo!
Series 9, Episode 2 - A Tour De FranceRené is being held hostage, and missing presumed exploded by the Nazis, the Resistance, and the girls at the café. As they plan tributes to their fallen hero, he is desperate to escape being shared around by the Communists in their underground bunker!
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Episode 3Hyacinth has arranged one of her candlelight suppers at which she plans to impress Emmet with her singing. Rose interrupts proceedings when she's too embarrassed to be picked up by one of her boyfriends at her own messy home.
Bitz & Bob
Series 1, Episode 15 - Bubble QuestPrincess Purl has one more task to complete to stay a princess.
'Allo 'Allo!
Series 9, Episode 3 - Dead Man MarchingStill believing René to be deceased, Nouvion puts on a procession of their hero's boots and beret. The man himself, meanwhile, is forced to hide in the local museum until he can be smuggled away to England.
Porridge
Episode 5 - The ListenerAn intriguing new inmate arrives at Wakeley, in the form of depressed rock star Rob Strange. Fletch is tasked with keeping an eye on him but events take an unexpected turn.
Justin's House
Series 3, Episode 19 - Day At The BeachRobert cannot go to the real beach, so Justin and Mac turn Justin's house into a beach instead. Guest starring Paul Hawkyard from Old Jack's Boat.
Rising Damp
Series 1, Episode 5 - The ProwlerMiss Jones causes panic amongst the residents when she reports seeing a prowler in her room - or his shadow at least.
Timmy Time
Series 2, Episode 13 - Timmy's PlaneFinlay makes a fantastic paper plane and Timmy tries to copy him, but his versions won't fly as well.
Are You Being Served?
Series 8, Episode 1 - Is It Catching?Mr. Humphries comes down with Marines' Disease, and the entire staff is forced into quarantine with him. And on Mr. Spooner's first day in the department, too!
Minder
Series 4, Episode 8 - Willesden SuiteTerry's job as security for the local Rotary Club offers Arthur a chance to gain some much-needed respectability when he is invited to speak at a function.
Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the third series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
Twirlywoos
Series 1, Episode 3 - Round And RoundThe Twirlywoos are in a park where they watch a little girl and her dad playing on a roundabout. Back in the boat, the Twirlywoos are visited by the Stop-Go Car, who they chase round and round in circles.
Rising Damp
Series 1, Episode 6 - Stand Up And Be CountedIt's election time and the house is out in force: Alan and Philip are making Labour posters in the attic whilst Rigsby is canvassing for the Conservatives. Ruth, meanwhile, is being wooed by all sides.
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the sixth series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
Sooty
Series 3, Episode 5 - Jurassic LarkSooty's time machine accidentally transports the gang back to the land of the dinosaurs.
That's My Boy
Series 3, Episode 7 - Ring If You Need MeThe household is upset when Robert's other mother, the snooty Mrs. Price, injures her ankle and has to stay to be looked after.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Episode 3Hyacinth has arranged one of her candlelight suppers at which she plans to impress Emmet with her singing. Rose interrupts proceedings when she's too embarrassed to be picked up by one of her boyfriends at her own messy home.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 1, Episode 9 - Waffle And The Good DogThe Essam family visit the Brooklyn-Bells. Jess hopes their well-behaved dog, Baxter, will teach Waffle how to be good, but Waffle has other ideas...
Timmy Time
Series 2, Episode 22 - Timmy Makes A SplashEveryone is having fun in the paddling pool until Stripey pulls the stopper out of the valve.
Fawlty Towers
Series 2, Episode 2 - The PsychiatristBasil's delighted when a married couple - both doctors - check in. However, Sybil's busy flirting with a young male guest, and when he discovers that one of the doctors is a psychiatrist, he grows increasingly paranoid...
Porridge
Episode 5 - The ListenerAn intriguing new inmate arrives at Wakeley, in the form of depressed rock star Rob Strange. Fletch is tasked with keeping an eye on him but events take an unexpected turn.
Twirlywoos
Series 1, Episode 4 - UpThe Twirlywoos are in a back garden where they watch a man hanging washing up on a line. Chickedy and Chick get into the washing basket and the man accidentally pegs them up on the line too! The Twirlywoos are having tea, but the tea table is misbehaving. It keeps going further and further up, propelling Great BigHoo and Toodloo all the way out of the top of the boat!
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated children's comedy.
Are You Being Served?
Series 8, Episode 1 - Is It Catching?Mr. Humphries comes down with Marines' Disease, and the entire staff is forced into quarantine with him. And on Mr. Spooner's first day in the department, too!
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Episode 3Hyacinth has arranged one of her candlelight suppers at which she plans to impress Emmet with her singing. Rose interrupts proceedings when she's too embarrassed to be picked up by one of her boyfriends at her own messy home.
Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the third series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
Dad's Army
Series 3, Episode 8 - The Day The Balloon Went UpThe platoon discover a runaway barrage balloon and decide to release it safely themselves. This proves not to be wise, when the balloon flies away with Captain Mainwaring still hanging onto it.
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Special - A Fear To RememberDanger Mouse faces the Queen of Weevils in a fearful Halloween special.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 34 - Extreme Sports DayDennis recruits Grizzly Griller to help make school sports day more extreme, but as he and JJ get competitive against each other, who is sabotaging both their chances of winning?
Minder
Series 4, Episode 9 - WindowsArthur plans to become a major player in the fitness industry by opening an aerobics studio. Terry gets involved with two Italian families when the daughter of one family walks out on her husband.
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the sixth series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
Danny & Mick
Series 2, Episode 1 - Party CrashersWhen Danny and Mick make a magician vanish, somebody's going to have to take his place.
Bitz & Bob
Series 2, Episode 1 - Bitz's Big BuildBitz promises to build a strong house for Little Bo Purl's goats and for the three little pigs, one that big bad Robo Wolf can't blow down.
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 4 - Rainforests Of Sumatra, IndonesiaWhen Grandmaster Glitch invents the world's most pungent perfume, he finds he needs one more ingredient: the super stinky aroma of the titan arum, a huge flower that blooms once every few years in the rainforests of Sumatra.
GiggleQuiz
Series 1, Episode 1 - Dina Lady's Brussels Sprout CakeDina Lady's brussels sprout cake is a recipe for chaos in today's quiz. Nana Knickerbocker and her panto cows also get busy making cakes.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 3, Episode 5 - Waffle's School WalkiesWhile her kitchen dries out Mrs Hobbs is at the Brooklyn-Bells' house with George. Waffle joins the walk to school on Evie's first day but causes playground chaos and is sent home.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 6, Episode 6 - Appreciation SocietyTracey and Sharon decide to change places as each believes the other's job is far easier than their own. Meanwhile next door neighbour Dorien is getting threatening letters and is very worried...
Waiting For God
Series 3, Episode 4Having become unadvisedly engaged at a local hunt ball, Harvey welcomes a new guest for a short stay at Bayview - his mother.
Are You Being Served?
Series 8, Episode 1 - Is It Catching?Mr. Humphries comes down with Marines' Disease, and the entire staff is forced into quarantine with him. And on Mr. Spooner's first day in the department, too!
Taskmaster
Series 3, Episode 2 - The Dong And The GongDave Gorman comes over all bitey, Rob Beckett fills a shoebox with cement and, most importantly, just who will succeed in surprising Alex Horne the most when he emerges from his shed after an hour cooped up inside?
'Allo 'Allo!
Series 3, Episode 6 - The Great Un-EscapeWhilst the inhabitants of the nearby POW camp have been busy tunneling out, Fairfax and Carstairs are desperate to tunnel in. Helped by René, Edith and the rest of the resistance, they break through just as the tunnel is discovered by the Colonel and Captain; soon all are trapped inside the camp!
Porridge
Episode 5 - The ListenerAn intriguing new inmate arrives at Wakeley, in the form of depressed rock star Rob Strange. Fletch is tasked with keeping an eye on him but events take an unexpected turn.
Horrible Histories
Series 8, Special - Fierce FemalesMarking International Women's Day, there are ancient wonder women, a Spartan queen on Historical Love Island and the Tudor Queens sing!
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 17, Episode 4 - The First Human Being To Ride A HillWhen Pearl confiscates Howard's bike, Foggy suggests that what he needs is one which can be easily concealed or, better still, doesn't look like a bicycle.
Dad's Army
Series 3, Episode 8 - The Day The Balloon Went UpThe platoon discover a runaway barrage balloon and decide to release it safely themselves. This proves not to be wise, when the balloon flies away with Captain Mainwaring still hanging onto it.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 7 - Blinking 'EckBetty wants a nice photo of Dave and Anna, but the camera George uses happens to belong to Gran, and it's been cursed by an ancient mummy.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 4, Episode 7Joining David's team this week are comedic TV presenter Patrick Kielty and veteran actor Bernard Cribbins. They'll be doing their best to outwit Lee and his team: Deborah Meaden from Dragon's Den and comic Mark Watson.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 8 - WishesIf there were two things Dave could wish for it would be for Fuzzypeg to smell better, and for Gran to be nicer. Is getting what you want always a good thing?
Dad's Army
Series 3, Episode 9 - War DanceCaptain Mainwaring organises a dance event in order to improve relations between members of the platoon. However, the event is likely to be spoilt with Pike's plan to announce a surprise engagement.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 4, Episode 5Rob Brydon welcomes legendary comedian Ronnie Corbett, TV darling Julian Clary, Geordie comic Sarah Millican and TV presenter Holly Walsh to the comedy panel show.
Fawlty Towers
Series 2, Episode 3 - Waldorf SaladBasil gets himself in a fluster when a rather abrupt American guest arrives at the hotel. His English wife is rather more relaxed, but after confusion with the evening meal, temperaments soon change all-round.
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 8, Episode 10Topical 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 10 - Rest & RecreationSandi Toksvig asks questions on the theme of rest and recreation this week, with Stephen K Amos, Susan Calman, Lou Sanders and Alan Davies trying to come up with interesting answers - while avoiding the most obvious ones.
Live At The Apollo
Series 14, Episode 1 - Ellie Taylor, Fin Taylor, Tez IlyasThe first episode of the series is hosted by the wonderfully witty star of BBC Two's The Mash Report, Ellie Taylor, who introduces rising comedy star Fin Taylor and the provocative Tez Ilyas to the stage.
Gavin & Stacey
Series 2, Episode 3Stacey's getting used to being an 'Essex wife' but it's not as exciting as she'd hoped.
There She Goes
Series 2, Episode 4 - We Need To Talk About RosiePicking up Rosie from school, Si is told that the staff have noticed some bruising on her sides and legs which can only have happened over the weekend.
Not Going Out
Series 5, Episode 2 - DadsLee's lazy weekend is wrecked when his scrounging father turns up unexpectedly. Having just come out of hospital he needs somewhere to stay for the weekend. Will Lee take on the demanding role of carer?
The Russell Howard Hour
Series 2, Episode 5Join Russell as he mocks the madness of the news, talks to Michelle Wolf about being trolled on Twitter by Trump, and takes an ice bath with Paul Chowdhry.
Kevin Bridges - The Story So Far
Scottish stand-up Kevin Bridges performs his 2010 live show in front of a packed Glasgow audience.
Scot Squad
Series 4, Episode 2The traffic cops tackle a dodgy driver, detectives smash a smuggling operation and the Chief bravely faces up to a blast from his past with Lorraine McIntosh guest starring as his ex-wife.
Famalam
Series 1, Episode 4Final episode of the sketch show. We'll get a front row seat at the Oscars of the Nollywood film industry - the Kemmy Awards. Plus Scribbler P gives us an important lesson on Black Cinema History. Meanwhile in Midsomer, things turn ugly when Detective Moses Mountree gets his weapon out again. Has there been a contravention of the country code?
The Inbetweeners
Series 1, Episode 1It's a fresh start for Will McKenzie as he joins his new sixth form college. Will previously went to a private school, but since his dad walked out on his mum he's had to downgrade to the local comprehensive.
In The Long Run
Series 3, Episode 2It's Valentine's turn to have Mama stay and, true to form, he shows her a good time. However she's concerned about his lifestyle and takes it upon herself to help him find that special someone to settle down with.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 8 (Channel 4: Series 9), Episode 1Sean Lock and Vic Reeves go up against Jon Richardson and Aisling Bea. David O'Doherty joins Countdown's resident lexicographer Susie Dent.
Mock The Week
Series 15, Episode 10Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis mock the last week with guests Ed Byrne, Milton Jones, Nish Kumar, Josh Widdicombe and Zoe Lyons.
Micky Flanagan Thinking Aloud
Episode 4 - Midlife CrisisMicky explores the curious phenomenon of the midlife crisis, finding he displays nearly all of the top-40 signs you're going through one.
The Inbetweeners
Series 1, Episode 2Will, Simon, Jay and Neil bunk off from school and attempt to buy alcohol with Will disguised as an adult. They head to Neil's house to get drunk, where Simon has a vodka-induced romantic revelation about his childhood sweetheart.
Not Going Out
Series 5, Episode 3 - CampingIn a desperate bid to prove his manliness, Lee joins Tim, Daisy and Lucy on a camping weekend in the middle of a dark spooky forest.
Lee Evans: Roadrunner
TV broadcast of Lee Evans's 2011 stand-up show and release, Roadrunner.
Taskmaster
Series 3, Episode 3 - Little Polythene Grief CaveAs the series reaches its midway point, Greg Davies's onslaught of tasks don't get any easier. When Al Murray is confronted with an eggcup he goes to extreme lengths to maximise his point potential and Sara Pascoe takes a simple loaf of bread, a few balloons and swiftly becomes one of the greatest sporting minds of our time.
Fawlty Towers
Series 2, Episode 3 - Waldorf SaladBasil gets himself in a fluster when a rather abrupt American guest arrives at the hotel. His English wife is rather more relaxed, but after confusion with the evening meal, temperaments soon change all-round.
Father Ted
Series 1, Episode 3 - The Passion Of Saint TibulusThe fearsome Bishop Brennan drops by the parochial house in order to task Ted and Dougal with picketing a new film, The Passion Of Saint Tibulus.
Father Ted
Series 1, Episode 5 - And God Created WomanTed ends up playing host to one of his favourite novelists, the rather attractive Polly Clarke. Meanwhile, a group of Nuns are also scheduled to pay visit to Craggy island.
Gavin & Stacey
Series 2, Episode 3Stacey's getting used to being an 'Essex wife' but it's not as exciting as she'd hoped.
In The Long Run
Series 3, Episode 2It's Valentine's turn to have Mama stay and, true to form, he shows her a good time. However she's concerned about his lifestyle and takes it upon herself to help him find that special someone to settle down with.
Mock The Week
Series 15, Episode 11Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis mock the events of the last seven days with guests James Acaster, Rob Beckett, Ed Gamble, Sara Pascoe and John Robins.
A League Of Their Own
European Road Trip, Episode 4The teams arrive in Italy for the final leg of the raucous European Road Trip, with last week's guest teammates Geri Horner and Josh Widdicombe returning for moral support.
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.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 4, Episode 7Joining David's team this week are comedic TV presenter Patrick Kielty and veteran actor Bernard Cribbins. They'll be doing their best to outwit Lee and his team: Deborah Meaden from Dragon's Den and comic Mark Watson.
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 1, Episode 3More top internet clips and funniness from Russell Howard, including some Bonfire Night themed viral videos. In the extended-length repeat, Canadian comic Craig Campbell tells us what he likes about Britain.
The Alternative Comedy Experience
Series 1, Episode 7 - Ed MilibandLive comedy show curated by Stewart Lee. On tonight's bill Robin Ince is joined by the oddity of Josie Long and Simon Munnery, plus Alun Cochrane and Tony Law.
Timewasters
Series 2, Episode 4 - Straight Outta PeckhamHorace's private diary from 2019 is published in 1958 and becomes an overnight 'science fiction' sensation.
The Alternative Comedy Experience
Series 1, Episode 8 - Shouty BollocksHenning Wehn talks royalty, Tony Law tells his new joke and there's original comedy from Eleanor Tiernan, Boothby Graffoe, Simon Munnery and interviews by Stewart Lee.
Red Dwarf
Series VI, Episode 1 - PsirensWhile trying to search for Red Dwarf, the crew encounter a large number of space ships floating in space.
Not Going Out
Series 5, Episode 2 - DadsLee's lazy weekend is wrecked when his scrounging father turns up unexpectedly. Having just come out of hospital he needs somewhere to stay for the weekend. Will Lee take on the demanding role of carer?
CelebAbility
Series 4, Episode 1Iain Stirling is joined by new team captain Stacey Solomon, who leads a group of three friends looking to win a slew of fabulous prizes by defeating four celebrities - Katherine Ryan, Roman Kemp, Judi Love & Ade Adepitan - in a series of silly games based on the unusual abilities the celebs believe they possess.
Minder
Series 4, Episode 9 - WindowsArthur plans to become a major player in the fitness industry by opening an aerobics studio. Terry gets involved with two Italian families when the daughter of one family walks out on her husband.
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 7, Episode 6Russell Howard returns to pore through another week's weird and wild news stories and international media events.
Not Going Out
Series 5, Episode 3 - CampingIn a desperate bid to prove his manliness, Lee joins Tim, Daisy and Lucy on a camping weekend in the middle of a dark spooky forest.
Famalam
Series 1, Episode 4Final episode of the sketch show. We'll get a front row seat at the Oscars of the Nollywood film industry - the Kemmy Awards. Plus Scribbler P gives us an important lesson on Black Cinema History. Meanwhile in Midsomer, things turn ugly when Detective Moses Mountree gets his weapon out again. Has there been a contravention of the country code?
A League Of Their Own
Series 10, Episode 2Footballer Ashley Cole, Mighty Boosh star Noel Fielding and comedian Aisling Bea join James Corden, Jack Whitehall, Freddie Flintoff and Jamie Redknapp.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 8 (Channel 4: Series 9), Episode 1Sean Lock and Vic Reeves go up against Jon Richardson and Aisling Bea. David O'Doherty joins Countdown's resident lexicographer Susie Dent.
My Favourite Sketch
Episode 6 - Sue PerkinsSue Perkins showcases the smorgasbord of comedy sketches that helped make her the person she is today. Host Sally Phillips provides the comedy tidbits and teases out the anecdotes as Sue unveils her uniquely varied choice with Dave Allen, The League Of Gentlemen and the cast of Saturday Night Live amongst her selections. Closing the show, the double act of Phillips and Perkins unveil their interpretation of Sue's favourite sketch.
Red Dwarf
Series XII, Episode 1 - CuredIn the opening episode the Dwarfers search for some tech to fix Starbug's faulty steering. They come across a Scientific Research Centre where several figures from history are recreated in the present and 'cured' of evil. Or are they?
Lee Evans - The Ultimate Experience
Highlights and brand new excerpts taken from Lee's first three releases.
Father Ted
Series 1, Episode 3 - The Passion Of Saint TibulusThe fearsome Bishop Brennan drops by the parochial house in order to task Ted and Dougal with picketing a new film, The Passion Of Saint Tibulus.
The Funny Thing About...
Episode 3 - DatingJohnny Vegas and friends offer an uproariously silly, insightful and frank look at the difficult business of finding love in the 21st century.