Television
TV schedule Wednesday 16th December 2020
Will Any Gentleman...?
A unfortunate sequence of events sees mild-mannered bank clerk Henry Stirling hypnotised into letting out his inner lothario.
Timmy Time
Series 3, Episode 10 - Timmy In TuneTimmy is fascinated with the xylophone, but he drops it and loses one of the chimes.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 4, Episode 16 - The PelicanAn unusual guest lands on the farm. Shaun and Bitzer try their best to make the visitor feel welcome but can't work out what the unexpected arrival needs. When they realise it is hungry, they set about trying to find it some food - if only they could get their hands on the Farmer's prize catch.
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...
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 42 - Danger-ThonThe Danger agents hold a telethon to raise funds for HQ.
The Two Ronnies
Series 3, Episode 4Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 44 - Whistler Mountain, CanadaThe Go Jetters are on Whistler Mountain in Canada, doing some skiing and checking out the amazing cable car.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 6, Episode 7 - MovingSharon's two bedroom flat above the café becomes hot property. Both Dorien and Garth want to rent it out. After prospective buyers decide against purchasing Dorien's house, it looks like Tracey may sell hers and suddenly Sharon needs the flat herself.
Bitz & Bob
Series 1, Episode 21 - Rock And RollBitz and Bob are helping famous artist La Purl move a very large rock across the beach, as she needs it for a mysterious work of art.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Christmas Special - The Father Christmas SuitRichard is full of Christmas spirit but this only threatens to hinder Hyacinth's plans for him to distribute gifts at the Vicar's party for the elderly.
Justin's House
Series 4, Episode 17 - Justin's Lost VoiceJustin is in a singing mood and has been singing so loudly all day that he has lost his voice. Ever the caring friend, Robert tries various funny ways to help.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Christmas Special - Getting Sam HomeIn answer to his one last request, Compo, Clegg and Foggy reluctantly sneak Sam out of his invalid bed for a final frolic with the not so young as she used to be Lily-Bless-Her. Then - with an unthinking lack of gratitude and a smile on his face - Sam drops them right in it by becoming far more trouble dead than alive...
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 13 - Growing PainsDave is given a bulb to grow. Popping it in his lunch box, it isn't long before he discovers it's partial to Betty's sandwiches.
Bless This House
Series 3, Episode 1 - It Comes To Us All In The EndSid fancies a morning cuddle with Jean, but Sally's beloved pet budgie is off his food and causing worry. This could turn into a particularly long Saturday for Sidney!
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 14 - FuzzypegGeorge adapts the spin cycle of the washing machine causing a black hole to form in the Spuds' kitchen.
Almost Never
Series 2, Christmas Special - Christmas WonderlandEveryone is feeling Christmassy, and Nate and Chloe are finally an item.
Minder
Series 4, Episode 1 - Rocky Eight And A HalfArthur uses all his persuasive powers to cajole a reluctant Terry into donning his boxing gloves once more. And Dirty Harry lives up to his name.
Bless This House
Series 3, Episode 2 - Tea For Two & Four For TeaSid and Jean are curious to discover a love note tucked into Mike's shirt, but delighted to discover that the sender is very attractive, well-off, and highly intelligent - but less pleasingly, she's older than them!
Mr Bean
Series 3, Episode 22 - Cat ChaosMrs. Wicket becomes inconsolable when Scrapper goes missing. Mr. Bean investigates.
Outside Edge
Series 2, Episode 6It's Roger's nightmare - not only does rain stop play but he discovers his ability as captain is being questioned by a member of the team. However, somewhat surprisingly it's Miriam who refuses to let the insurgents win, and plots a cunning counter-attack to ensure Rodge's position.
Mr Bean
Series 3, Episode 23 - Stick ItMr. Bean has finished his model car collection, what next? What about football stickers?
Sooty
Series 2, Episode 2 - The New BuildingIt is the ceremonial grand opening of Mr Slater's new toilet block, but chaos looms when it becomes apparent that builders Sooty and Sweep have forgotten to install the vital component - a toilet! Can they get it fitted in time, or will Richard's career end up round the bend?
Double Bunk
Comic adventure following a group of four taking a relaxing cruise down the Thames - or so they hope.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 12, Christmas Special - Barry's ChristmasIt's Boxing Day, and Barry is in big trouble. Will Foggy's prized Christmas present come to his rescue?
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 4, Christmas SpecialHyacinth finally achieves her ultimate goal in her search for social acceptability in this special festive edition. She and her husband Richard book a cruise on the QEII and, determined to live up to the correct image, Hyacinth packs umpteen changes of clothes. On board ship, she is in her element - until she makes an appalling discovery that threatens to ruin her trip.
Almost Never
A selection of episodes from the first series of the children's musical comedy.
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 3, Episode 23 - Fix It TimmyTimmy's attempts at mending his friends' toys result in disaster.
2point4 Children
Series 3, Christmas Special - Babes In The WoodEn route to spend Christmas with Rona's aunt Pearl and Bill's mum at a country hotel, Rona and the Porters get lost in thick fog and take refuge in a deserted old house. Meanwhile, a dangerous psychopath has escaped from a prison van not far away...
Still Open All Hours
Series 4, Christmas SpecialIt's Christmas in the nation's favourite corner shop, but some of Granville's most important customers have plans to leave town.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Christmas Special - Getting Sam HomeIn answer to his one last request, Compo, Clegg and Foggy reluctantly sneak Sam out of his invalid bed for a final frolic with the not so young as she used to be Lily-Bless-Her. Then - with an unthinking lack of gratitude and a smile on his face - Sam drops them right in it by becoming far more trouble dead than alive...
Clockwise
Manic comedy about the misadventures of an obsessively punctual comprehensive school headmaster, starring John Cleese.
Diddy TV
Series 4, Episode 3 - The World's Strongest DiddyLove blossoms Diddy-style in First Dates. We discover that Vets Do the Funniest Things and who will win the title The World's Strongest Diddy?
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 2 - The P FactorPieface is secretly doing chores for Walter, hoping to help Dennis save up some cash.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 19 - Bad ComputerGeorge finds a computer called Val but Val has a mind of her own. Soon she's set about uploading embarrassing videos to social media.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 12, Christmas Special - Barry's ChristmasIt's Boxing Day, and Barry is in big trouble. Will Foggy's prized Christmas present come to his rescue?
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 20 - The CoatWhen Dave needs a new coat, Gran kindly suggests she knows a good one by the carpark bin. Dave promptly gets trapped inside the coat and discovers it's past.
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 50 - Horsetail Fall, CaliforniaThe Go Jetters have travelled to Horsetail Fall in the Yosemite National Park. It's a 300m-high waterfall made of melted snow.
Danny & Mick
Series 1, Episode 3 - Spa DayDanny and Mick have got everything ready for the new spa... except for the spa. Oops!
Only Fools And Horses
Christmas Special - Mother Nature's SonRodney's talk of environmental pollution brings him a strange ally when Del becomes a friend of the Earth. Of course, he's got a scam going and it involves a joint venture with the Water Board - but they are a silent partner!
GiggleQuiz
Series 2, Christmas Special - A Giggle QuizmasChristmas quiz packed with funny festive clips, Gigglepresents and a Christmas singalong.
As Time Goes By
2005 Christmas Special - Christmas Special (Part 2)Patrick is looking for his father, Jean would like grandchildren, Stephen wants to be a celebrity and Lionel just wants peace and quiet. So how do they all finish up in hospital?
Go Jetters
Series 1, Christmas Special - The North PoleThe Go Jetters visit the North Pole on Christmas Eve, but disaster strikes as they discover Grandmaster Glitch has borrowed Santa's sleigh!
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Christmas Special - The Father Christmas SuitRichard is full of Christmas spirit but this only threatens to hinder Hyacinth's plans for him to distribute gifts at the Vicar's party for the elderly.
Only Fools And Horses
Christmas Special - Fatal ExtractionDel has tired of being the dutiful father and his relationship with Raquel is showing the strain. He ventures to see whether he can still pull the birds when he chances to meet a divorced woman at the dentists and soon wishes he'd kept his mouth firmly shut.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 5, Christmas SpecialPlans to hold a pageant don't go quite as Hyacinth anticipated. Could this be remotely connected to the fact that she is organising it?
Horrible Histories
Series 6, Highlights Special - It's A Wicked World SpecialA special episode of the historical sketch show, featuring ghastly Genghis Khan, the wise Confucius and a dance-off during a naval battle! There's also a Bollywood number from Queen Victoria. With Rattus to guide the way.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 27, Episode 4 - The Genuine Outdoors Robin Hood BarbiBilly takes the boys out for a barbecue in the "real" outdoors ... if only he could light the fire.
Taskmaster
Series 6, Episode 9 - The Bubble BrothersAlex Horne provides the crucial stats as Alice Levine gaffers nails to her nose, Russell Howard wraps a tie round his head and Tim Vine is left bereft by a small piece of bent metal.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 5, Episode 7David Mitchell is joined by Mackenzie Crook and Chris Packham, while Lee Mack is joined by Victoria Coren and Rhod Gilbert.
Hank Zipzer
Series 3, Episode 12 - Hank Rocks OutIt's that time of year again - once more Miss Adolf is trying to get victims to sign up for her annual survival camp.
Mr Bean
Series 3, Episode 23 - Stick ItMr. Bean has finished his model car collection, what next? What about football stickers?
A League Of Their Own
Series 14, Episode 11 - Christmas Special 2019This year, James is sending Jamie, Freddie and Romesh off to Austria to face a series of traditional Austrian challenges.
Upstart Crow
Series 2, Christmas Special - A Christmas CrowThe Shakespeares are planning a lovely cosy Christmas with just the family up in Stratford.
Mr Bean
Series 3, Episode 24 - Bean At The MuseumMr. Bean digs up Bruiser Snr's medallion and rushes off to the local museum convinced he's found treasure.
Mrs. Brown's Boys
Christmas 2014, New Year Special - Mammy's GambleAfter a spate of burglaries in the local area, Agnes is determined to make sure she doesn't fall victim to the recent crime wave.
Taskmaster
Series 10, Episode 9 - Air Horn AndyDaisy May Cooper, Johnny Vegas, Katherine Parkinson, Mawaan Rizwan and Richard Herring take on the penultimate selection of ludicrous challenges. Highlights include Mawaan volleying oranges, Katherine counting plastic balls and Richard spilling blood for the cause. Greg Davies judges their efforts, while Alex Horne keeps score.
Father Ted
Series 2, Christmas Special - A Christmassy TedWhen Ted's quick thinking saves a group of Priests - and the Catholic church - from a major embarrassment (involving lingerie) at Christmas, he is given the prestigious Golden Cleric award. But on Craggy Island, nothing is as simple as it seems... Apart from Dougal.
There's Something About Movies
Series 3, Christmas SpecialAlan Carr hosts the merry mayhem as Martin Sheen, Jennifer Saunders and Tom Allen are joined by Rafe Spall, Guz Khan and Mo Gilligan for a seasonal round of the movie quiz show.
Mrs. Brown's Boys
Christmas 2013, Christmas Special - Buckin' MammyMrs. Brown's temper is tested when no-one plays by her rules at games night. She's also rather worried about finding out what little Bono wants for Christmas - not to mention getting a very special tree.
Open All Hours
Series 4, Episode 1 - Soulmate WeekendGranville is desperate for female company, so he decides to resort to advertising. He ends up getting more than he bargained for.
The Moments That Made...
Episode 1 - Elaine C. SmithA profile of one of Scotland's most-loved female comedy performers.
Meet The Richardsons
Meet The Richardsons At Christmas, Episode 2The Richardsons' plans for a quiet family Christmas are thrown into further chaos when more celebrities turn up unexpectedly, but it's perfect for the panto that Lucy wants to put on for Elsie. Did Lucy really get so drunk at Jools Holland's Hootenanny that she invited Jason Donovan over for Christmas dinner? And are they about to get a new stepfather in law in the shape of Johnny Vegas for Christmas?
Hey Tracey!
Series 2, Christmas SpecialWith a stocking full of laughter, the celebrities taking part in this festive special are comedian Seann Walsh, television personality Baga Chipz and Love Islander Curtis Pritchard - and playing on the opposite team are comedian Tom Lucy, West End performer and Love Islander Samira Mighty and professional dancer AJ Pritchard.
Micky Flanagan Thinking Aloud
Episode 1 - Micky Flanagan's ChristmasWhat's a three-bird roast? And why the sudden need for a new sofa? Micky explores our craze for Christmas, finding some strange traditions along the way.
The Royle Family
Special - The Queen Of ShebaNearly seven years on, and now living with the Royles, Nana is bedridden and the centre of attention. Jim is, unsurprisingly, not best pleased. Meanwhile, Antony is a businessman; Denise is pregnant again; and poor Cheryl is still trying to lose weight and find love.
Two Doors Down
Series 4, Episode 5 - OvernightWith their house in turmoil in the midst of the redecoration, new Latimer Crescent residents Alan and Michelle take refuge from the floor sanding with an overnight stay in neighbours Beth and Eric's house.
Open All Hours
Series 4, Episode 3 - The Housekeeper CaperArkwright advertises for a live-in housekeeper. It doesn't succeed in getting Nurse Gladys Emmanuel jealous but does tempt the "Black Widow", the formidable Mrs Feathermore...
Mock The Week
Series 15, Episode 3Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis discuss Brexit with Angela Barnes, Rob Beckett, Ed Byrne, Milton Jones and Miles Jupp.
Urban Myths: Les, Miserable
A comedy special inspired by the true story of Les Dawson's time in Paris during the 1950s.
Greg Davies Live: Firing Cheeseballs At A Dog
TV broadcast of Greg Davies Edinburgh Comedy Award-nominated debut 2010 solo stand-up show.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 15 (Channel 4: Series 16), Christmas SpecialSean Lock and Kathy Burke team up against Jon Richardson and David Mitchell. James Acaster joins Countdown's resident lexicographer Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while maths whizz Rachel Riley and comedian Joe Wilkinson are in charge of the numbers.
Taskmaster
Series 8, Episode 1 - HelloThe wait is finally over, Taskmaster returns to Dave. Tyrant Greg Davies and Little Alex Horne set challenges for Iain Stirling, Joe Thomas, Lou Sanders, Paul Sinha and Sian Gibson]. Starting with: baby monitors, powerful smells and seductive dummies.
The Jonathan Ross Show
Series 16, Episode 9 - David Walliams, Micky Flanagan, Judi Love, Megan Thee Stallion, Robbie WilliamsJonathan is joined by record-breaking children's author and Britain's Got Talent judge David Walliams, comedians Micky Flanagan and Judi Love, rapper and worldwide phenomenon Megan Thee Stallion, and one of the best-selling UK solo artists of all time Robbie Williams, who will be chatting and performing in the studio.
Urban Myths: When Joan Kissed Barbra
Comedy based on Joan Rivers's recollections of a play she starred in with Barbra Streisand.
The World's End
Sci-fi comedy film about five friends attempting to recreate a legendary pub crawl, but the future looks rather bleak for both them and the world.
The Jonathan Ross Show
Series 16, Episode 9 - David Walliams, Micky Flanagan, Judi Love, Megan Thee Stallion, Robbie WilliamsJonathan is joined by record-breaking children's author and Britain's Got Talent judge David Walliams, comedians Micky Flanagan and Judi Love, rapper and worldwide phenomenon Megan Thee Stallion, and one of the best-selling UK solo artists of all time Robbie Williams, who will be chatting and performing in the studio.
Harry Enfield & Chums
Series 2, Christmas Special - Harry Enfield And Christmas ChumsHarry Enfield presents a new festive special with his regular repertoire of characters, including Kevin the teenager and the Scousers. Plus Frank and George saying 'No!' to the Spice Girls and the disapproving new mother-in-law.
Urban Myths: Hendrix & Handel
Comedy about Jimi Hendrix and George Frideric Handel, who lived in the same London building 246 years apart.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 5, Episode 8David Mitchell is joined by Lorraine Kelly and Dara O'Briain, while Lee Mack is teamed with Barry Cryer and Sue Perkins.
Urban Myths: F For Fakenham: Orson Welles In Norwich
Comedy about an unlikely business endeavour for Hollywood star Orson Welles in East Anglia.
Not Going Out
Series 2, Christmas Special - Murder At ChristmasLee's plan to spend time alone with Lucy at Christmas is threatened by the presence of Tim, Daisy, Tim and Lucy's parents, and even Barbara, doing the cooking. All seems to be going well until a murder mystery game brings family tensions to a head.
Shopping With Keith Lemon
Series 2, Episode 1 - Gemma Collins & Jonathan RossThis week Keith takes the one and only Gemma Collins for afternoon tea on the Thames and chat show legend Jonathan Ross shows Keith his toy collection.
The Ricky Gervais Show
Series 3, Episode 2 - Comic ReliefRicky finds Karl's views on charity mind-boggling, but hilarious.
Taskmaster
Series 6, Episode 9 - The Bubble BrothersAlex Horne provides the crucial stats as Alice Levine gaffers nails to her nose, Russell Howard wraps a tie round his head and Tim Vine is left bereft by a small piece of bent metal.
Mrs. Brown's Boys
Christmas 2013, Christmas Special - Buckin' MammyMrs. Brown's temper is tested when no-one plays by her rules at games night. She's also rather worried about finding out what little Bono wants for Christmas - not to mention getting a very special tree.
The Ricky Gervais Show
Series 3, Episode 3 - Armed ForcesTonight's episode uses previously unreleased audio and includes a story about Karl failing to report an armed robbery.
Meet The Richardsons
Meet The Richardsons At Christmas, Episode 2The Richardsons' plans for a quiet family Christmas are thrown into further chaos when more celebrities turn up unexpectedly, but it's perfect for the panto that Lucy wants to put on for Elsie. Did Lucy really get so drunk at Jools Holland's Hootenanny that she invited Jason Donovan over for Christmas dinner? And are they about to get a new stepfather in law in the shape of Johnny Vegas for Christmas?
Only Fools And Horses
Christmas Special - Fatal ExtractionDel has tired of being the dutiful father and his relationship with Raquel is showing the strain. He ventures to see whether he can still pull the birds when he chances to meet a divorced woman at the dentists and soon wishes he'd kept his mouth firmly shut.
Comedy Legends
Series 3, Episode 10 - Leslie PhillipsOh I say, ding dong! Comedy Legends examines the career of Leslie Phillips, the actor best known for his roles as a cad and a bounder.
Al Murray: The Only Way Is Epic
The Pub Landlord returns to the theatres of Britain with his own plan to rescue the economy and the future of the country.
A League Of Their Own
Series 15, Christmas Special - Christmas Party 2020Your Christmas parties might not be going ahead this year, but the League Of Their Own boys aren't going to let a global pandemic stop their festive fun. Join Jamie Redknapp, Freddie Flintoff, Romesh Ranganathan and a team of celebrity guests for more holiday hijinks and sporting Christmas challenges.
What A Carry On
Episode 6A riot of laughs feature in this compilation from the hit Carry On film series.
Roast Battle
Series 3, Episode 3Tom Houghton and Lauren Pattison face each other, and Simon Brodkin and Dane Baptiste do battle.
The Russell Howard Hour
Series 4, Episode 13Russell celebrates the covid-19 vaccine and chats to ex-footballer Jamie Redknapp and Spitting Image's Matt Forde.
The Stand Up Sketch Show
Series 2, Episode 4Routines by comedians Stephen Bailey, Aaron Simmonds, Lily Phillips, Tom Lucy, Elf Lyons, Glenn Moore, Michael Odewale, Helen Bauer, Dane Baptiste and Lloyd Griffith are reconstructed as sketches.
Mock The Week
Series 15, Episode 3Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis discuss Brexit with Angela Barnes, Rob Beckett, Ed Byrne, Milton Jones and Miles Jupp.
Not Going Out
Series 2, Christmas Special - Murder At ChristmasLee's plan to spend time alone with Lucy at Christmas is threatened by the presence of Tim, Daisy, Tim and Lucy's parents, and even Barbara, doing the cooking. All seems to be going well until a murder mystery game brings family tensions to a head.