Television
TV schedule Sunday 18th October 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 20 - More About On And OffThe Twirlywoos learn about On and Off by watching a man trying shoes on and taking them off in a shoe shop. Later, they encounter an octopus that jumps on and off everyone it sees.
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 24 - Caring BeanMrs Wicket is injured and Mr Bean has to look after her - then her demands start to become a pain.
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.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 10 - Jeopardy MouseWhen the Baron rearranges the countries of the world Danger Mouse reluctantly joins forces with his American counterpart, Jeopardy Mouse, and takes New Zealand for a spin.
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 25 - Opera BeanMr Bean's car has broken down and he is late meeting Irma at the opera. Bean finally arrives, but is refused entry because of his filthy attire. Forced to borrow some clothes from the local launderette, Bean is mistaken for the star of the show, and ends up on the stage giving the operatic performance of a lifetime!
The Vicar Of Dibley
Series 3, Episode 3 - SpringSpring's on the way, and the Vicar has just about managed to get Alice and Hugo to agree to a reasonably sensible name for their baby. That means that the Christening can finally take place - but first, David has romance, and Geraldine, squarely on his mind.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 6 - Molar PowerDoctor Pfooflepfeffer covets the world-beating power of Gnasher's indestructible teeth.
The Mysterious Mr. Davis
A man beset by creditors invents a fictitious partner.
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 27 - The Strokkur Geyser, IcelandThe geysers in Iceland are blocked - Glitch is to blame and it could cause an earthquake. Go Jetters go!
Danny & Mick
Series 2, Episode 8 - Give Us A RingWhen Pottsfield's poshest customer loses her diamond ring, Danny and Mick turn the leisure centre upside down trying to find it!
The Vicar Of Dibley
Series 3, Episode 4 - SummerWhen could be worse to suffer more than a fortnight without running water, than during a summer heatwave? It's all down to demand in the region, and fortunately the water company have a plan to resolve it. It'll make millionaires of some Dibley residents, but have long-reaching consequences.
Timmy Time
Series 2, Episode 12 - Timmy's BirthdayIt's Timmy's birthday and his friends make him a delicious cake, but he can't resist tasting a bit early.
Only Fools And Horses
A selection of episodes from the third and fourth series of the David Jason sitcom.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 12 - The MoleMr Bean's landlady is hopping mad when she finds mole hills on her lovely croquet lawn.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 13 - RoadworksMr Bean's tranquillity is shattered by deafening roadworks outside his bedroom window. Threats, sabotage and subterfuge all fail to quell the cacophony until Bean has the ingenious idea of feeding the workmen into peaceful submission. But the silence ends with a bang!
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 22 - Go Jet Academy: Biogas PowerGlitch is excited when Lars refits the Grimbler with new, clean biogas boosters that could make it even faster than the Vroomster!
Sooty
Series 1, Episode 22 - The Runaway BathA mucky Sweep is told to take a bath and clean himself up - but he gets his paw stuck in the tap. When Sooty comes to the rescue in his campervan the situation heads for disaster.
Justin's House
Series 4, Episode 4 - Secret Sock DetectiveJustin has lost his favourite socks and is convinced that someone in Justin's House must have taken them, he even starts to suspect his trusty friends!
Diddy TV
Series 2, Episode 6 - Mr ChoosyMore posh cat drama in Downton Moggy and 'live' nature coverage in Guffwatch.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 6 - Bored SillyGran accidentally wins a board game as a Bingo prize, and after being locked up for years the game has a vendetta all of its own.
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.
Minder
Series 10, Episode 6 - All Quiet On The West End FrontLong-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.
Horrible Histories
Series 6, Episode 11 - 'Orrible Oliver CromwellOliver Cromwell rises from obscurity, challenges King Charles I in the English Civil War, and ultimately orders the King's execution - as he says, a it was a 'cruel necessity'. In other parts of Britain there are a bunch of oddly named Puritan soldiers, and the great writers Shakespeare and Milton square up for a word battle.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 2, Episode 14 - Waffle's Sort Of BirthdayIt's Waffle's birthday and Mr Willow throws a huge party for him. As the Brooklyn-Bells prepare a surprise for Waffle, Connie and Ruby's dog, Jelly, leads the Wonder Dog astray.
Carry On Doctor
Frankie Howerd joins the Carry On regulars in a hospital-based adventure. With Sid James, Jim Dale and Kenneth Williams.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 3, Episode 1New host Rob Brydon joins regular team captains David Mitchell and Lee Mack for the comedy panel show all about truths and lies. The panellists this week are Carol Vorderman, Larry Lamb, Jo Brand and Russell Howard.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 3, Episode 2Ken Livingstone, Reginald D. Hunter, Fern Britton and Stephen Mangan are the guests trying to lie this week. Does the 'D' in Reginald's name stand for 'Delicious' and is Lee Mack lying about a sausage roll?
Gavin & Stacey
A repeat-run of the entire second series of the sitcom by and starring Ruth Jones and James Corden.
Carry On, Constable
Classic comedy with Sid James making his debut. A group of novices are drafted in to cover at a police station that's been hit by flu.
Go Jetters
Series 3, Episode 45 - Endangered Species, Sao Paulo, BrazilThe rare Black Lion Tamarins need help to survive in the pristine forests of Sao Paulo.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 2, Episode 14 - Waffle's Sort Of BirthdayIt's Waffle's birthday and Mr Willow throws a huge party for him. As the Brooklyn-Bells prepare a surprise for Waffle, Connie and Ruby's dog, Jelly, leads the Wonder Dog astray.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 10 - Ray Of SunshineMr Bean is in pursuit of sunshine but only manages to cause chaos on the beach!
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 11 - Birthday BearMr Bean is shocked when Teddy receives a birthday card from Bean's girlfriend.
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?
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 9 - CrushDave gets a girlfriend who turns out to be an alien. And she turns out to bear a striking similarity to a everyday household item.
Outnumbered
A selection of episodes from the first and second series of the semi-improvised sitcom.
dinnerladies
Series 2, Episode 10 - ToastThe toaster breaks down, but the company refuses to pay for a new one; Bren fails to make it to the TV studio in time to play for the final £10,000 prize; and Petula's time on this earth does indeed finally come to an end. Unfortunately, there's still more upsetting news in store for the canteen staff.
Taskmaster
Series 10, Episode 1 - God's HaemorrhoidHoping to impress the Taskmaster and be crowned the next champion are: Daisy May Cooper, Johnny Vegas, Katherine Parkinson, Mawaan Rizwan and Richard Herring. Wax seals will open, dreams will be made and/or broken, and Little Alex Horne will be wrapped around his master's little finger providing stats and moral support in the most ridiculous and ferociously fought game show on television.
Almost Never
Series 2, Episode 11 - The Send OffJordan and Fabio try to keep The Wonderland and GHF locked in the Palais rehearsal room.
dinnerladies diaries
Episode 3 - Final ToastVictoria Wood describes why she decided to close the canteen for good after just two series and what she went on to do next...
The Vicar Of Dibley
Series 3, Episode 3 - SpringSpring's on the way, and the Vicar has just about managed to get Alice and Hugo to agree to a reasonably sensible name for their baby. That means that the Christening can finally take place - but first, David has romance, and Geraldine, squarely on his mind.
'Allo 'Allo!
A selection of episodes from the fifth series of the wartime sitcom.
The Vicar Of Dibley
Series 3, Episode 4 - SummerWhen could be worse to suffer more than a fortnight without running water, than during a summer heatwave? It's all down to demand in the region, and fortunately the water company have a plan to resolve it. It'll make millionaires of some Dibley residents, but have long-reaching consequences.
The Treason TV Show
Series 2, Episode 2A speech from the First minister of Scotland, the Queen visits the Department for Work and Pensions, and the Iraqi Information Minister is taking over at Number 10.
Still Game
Series 4, Episode 1 - Kill WullieJack and Victor aren't sure what to make of it when one of their pals takes up with a woman half his age.
Have I Got News For You
Series 58, Episode 10Charlie Brooker assumes the role of host, with journalist and broadcaster Emma Barnett and comedian Phil Wang joining regular team leaders Ian Hislop and Paul Merton to poke fun at the week's events.
Raiders Of The Lost Archive
Pilot, Episode 1 - HolidaysSome of Scotland's funniest minds delve deep into BBC Scotland's archives.
Ricky & Ralf's Very Northern Road Trip
Episode 1The journey begins and ends - where else!? - at Ricky's hometown of Liverpool; but the duo are quickly on the road for the first leg of their trip, heading to Lancashire hot-spots including Blackpool.
Kate & Koji
Series 1, Episode 5When Kate's flashy ex-husband Dennis arrives in town with his much younger wife, Kate feigns an attachment to Koji. Councillor Bone is sure their relationship is a front, but that doesn't stop a good old-fashioned show down at the pub.
Kate & Koji
Series 1, Episode 6Not for the first time, Kate is being sued, but this time by Councillor Bone. Koji discovers he is under investigation for working illegally, and things do not improve when he tells Kate what he really thinks about her grandson.
The Royle Family
Series 3, Episode 3Jim's stripping the wallpaper in the dining room, and has roped Twiggy in to help. Balking at the £15/day charge for steamer hire, before long the whole family are attacking the walls with all manner of flat, sharp-edged implements.
Live At The Apollo
Series 9, Episode 1 - Eddie Izzard, Josh Widdicombe, Trevor NoahEddie Izzard hosts, with special guests Josh Widdicombe and Trevor Noah.
Hot Fuzz
Hit comedy film from Simon Pegg, Nick Frost and Edgar Wright. PC Nicholas Angel transfers from London's Met Police to the sleepy village of Sandford.
The Young Ones
A selection of episodes from the second series of the sitcom following the students of Scumbag College.
Mock The Week
Series 10, Highlights Special - Highlights & Out-takes SpecialDara O'Briain and the team present a special edition of the topical quiz featuring unseen material, show highlights and out-takes with guests including Micky Flanagan, Chris Addison and Milton Jones.
Mock The Week
Series 10, Episode 6Dara, Hugh and Andy are back, with Chris Addison on board now as a regular panellist. The guests are Nathan Caton, Micky Flanagan and Stewart Francis.
Al Murray: One Man, One Guvnor
Al Murray returns as The Pub Landlord in this TV edit of his 2014 stand-up DVD, One Man, One Guvnor.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 5, Episode 3David Mitchell is joined by David O'Doherty and Katherine Parkinson, and Lee Mack is joined by Bill Turnbull and Louie Spence.
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store
Series 5, Episode 7 - Alex Edelman At The Comedy StoreAmerican funny man Alex Edelman is your host at the world famous Comedy Store in London introducing the hilarious Alistair Williams, the wonderfully witty Fern Brady and the remarkable Darren Harriott.
Minder
Series 10, Episode 4 - One Flew Over The Parents' NestLong-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 5, Episode 4David Mitchell is joined by Gregg Wallace and Nigel Havers, and Lee Mack is joined by Charlie Brooker and Nina Wadia.
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store
Series 5, Episode 8 - Desiree Burch At The Comedy StoreThe ever candid Desiree Burch is tonight's host at the legendary Comedy Store in London. Tonight's guests are the must see Ken Cheng, the unique Lost Voice Guy and the fabulous Rhys James.
Man About The House
Series 4, Episode 5 - The Tender TrapChrissy's nephew is to be Christened, and so Robin joins her on a trip to Sussex to visit her parents for the happy occasion. Much to his amusement and Chrissy's frustration, her mother seems intent on arranging their engagement! Mr Roper is more concerned with selling tickets to a concert.
Hey Tracey!
Series 2, Episode 2The celebrities taking part are Russell Kane, Paige Turley and Radzi and playing on the opposite team is Jorgie Porter, David Potts and Suzi Ruffell.
Man About The House
Series 4, Episode 6 - My Son, My SonThe tax man wants a meeting with Mr Roper, and Mildred is aghast to discover he's spent the last 19 years claiming tax relief for their non-existent son, Leslie - now apparently at university! Meanwhile upstairs, the trio are short of money and can't pay their rent, but Larry offers Robin a solution.
Have I Got News For You
Series 58, Episode 10Charlie Brooker assumes the role of host, with journalist and broadcaster Emma Barnett and comedian Phil Wang joining regular team leaders Ian Hislop and Paul Merton to poke fun at the week's events.
French Fields
Series 2, Christmas Special - Noel, NoelHester has a perfect English Christmas planned - in the middle of northern France. She'll entertain the locals with traditional British foods, and celebrate in style with Emma, Peter and baby Guy.
Father Ted
Series 2, Episode 3 - Tentacles Of DoomWhen a nearby relic has its importance upgraded by the church, a group of bishops pay visit to the island.
Zapped
Series 2, Episode 4 - Pear FairIt's Munty's famous Pear Fair and Herman's favourite time of year. Who knows, The Jug and The Other Jug might even attract some new customers.