Television
TV schedule Saturday 1st May 2021
Make Mine A Million
A washing powder salesman with no money for TV advertisements sets out to make his brand known in a far from orthodox manner.
Twirlywoos
Series 1, Episode 6 - NoisyThe Twirlywoos find that playing with a radio can have very noisy consequences. Back in the Boat, the Stop-Go Car comes to visit - bringing an awful racket with it!
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 1 - Home MovieBean attempts to make his own home movie - a horror thriller with Mrs Wicket as the star!
Morecambe & Wise In America
Episode 3This episode looks at Eric and Ernie's first work in colour on American television and how they were invited to perform on a major TV special alongside stars like Bing Crosby and Bob Hope.
The Amelia Gething Complex
Series 2, Episode 7 - I'm Just Organs And Skeleton Under HereThe show's extras have become zombies and want to take over the programme. Can Amelia and friends save the world within an 18-minute episode duration?
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 21 - Nero Come HomeOn seeing his adopted goldfish get busted for stealing top-secret documents, Penfold bewails the fact he has never had a pet of his own to love.
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 2 - Fish SittingMr Bean has to look after Mrs Wicket's goldfish, but Scrapper the cat is keen to help.
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.
The Amelia Gething Complex
Series 2, Highlights Special - A Mighty Wasp Overlord Best OfIn a distant, post-apocalyptic future, the cast reflect on the defining moments of The Amelia Gething Complex. Contains clips from previous episodes for budgetary reasons.
Go Jetters
Series 3, Episode 22 - The Salmon Run, AlaskaAlaska's a cool place to watch the salmon run, but Glitch opens a 'fishy taxi service' to help the salmon avoid tricky waterfalls and greedy bears. What could possibly go wrong?
Only Fools And Horses
A selection of 17 episodes from the David Jason sitcom.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 48 - Double CrustWhen Crusty the robot pie spy is forced by Doctor Pfooflepfeffer to send her photos of Professor Screwtop's latest inventions, the gang get their own back by tricking Crusty into sending her the silliest inventions they can think of.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 49 - Get LostThe gang get lost in the woods and stumble into the Land of Lost Things, where Gnasher gets 'dognapped' by a Gnashersaurus rex which has lost its beloved egg. To save Gnasher they have to rely on 'Pieface logic' to reunite the G-rex with its egg, and stop Walter from making a record-breaking giant omelette with it.
Mr Bean
Series 3, Episode 12 - Eau De BeanMr. Bean accidentally spills all of Mrs. Wicket's new, expensive perfume on the floor. Can he hide the crime and cover his tracks?
Danny & Mick
Series 3, Episode 8 - Crazy GolfIt doesn't look like Pottsfield stand a chance of winning a recycling award. However, Danny and Mick hatch a plan to host a rained-out golf tournament in the leisure centre, using all the recycling they have.
Bitz & Bob
Series 2, Episode 9 - Snowy Sneezy Goat GalaIt's time for the Snowy Goat Gala on High Snowy Mountain.
Mr Bean
Series 3, Episode 13 - Running On EmptyMr Bean is on his way to the seaside when the Mini runs out of petrol. Undeterred he manages to get a push, but for some reason the do-gooders don't want to push him all the way to the beach!
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 2, Episode 8 - The Grimsby MermaidDave stumbles across a mermaid at the dockside who invites herself round for tea and takes up residence in the Spuds' bathtub, so Dave and his family must somehow persuade their unwanted guest to go back to her watery home.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 2, Episode 9 - Venice Of The NorthDave and his friends embark on a school trip along a canal where they awaken an ancient monster called Big Lippy, who pushes them over a waterfall and sends them back in time to the Jurassic era.
Holiday On The Buses
Third film spin-off from On The Buses. There is mayhem at a holiday camp when Stan, Jack and Blakey go to work there during the summer.
Sooty
Series 2, Episode 18 - FireworksIts fireworks night at the park, but Sooty, Sweep and Soo can't afford to go. Sooty decides to sell Curry soup and things soon hot up.
Justin's House
Series 4, Episode 1 - Justin's Last BadgeThings don't quite go as planned when Justin tries to get his last and most important Rambling Ranger badge - the Wild Camping badge.
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.
Horrible Histories
Series 6, Episode 7 - Gorgeous George IIIKing George III goes from a young unpopular king to a much-loved figure some 60 years later, and we learn a bit about his court life along the way. Meanwhile, across the world we hear about some of the words we have got from India, and the Battles of the Day team give their unique insight into the American Revolution.
Horrible Histories
Series 6, Episode 3 - Mardy Mary Queen Of ScotsWe follow the young Mary as she stumbles from young girl in Scotland, to Queen in France, back to Queen in Scotland, and finally to Elizabeth I's public enemy no. 1 - with a bit of Queenian Rhapsody thrown in for good measure! Meanwhile across the world we meet silver-nosed Danish scientist Tycho Brahe, and Mr H gives us his unique take on the epic Battle of Lepanto in another History's Craziest Fools.
Go Jetters
Series 3, Episode 23 - Tomatina Festival, Bunol, SpainCan the Go Jetters fix their own 'glitch' at the biggest food fight in the world?
Go Jetters
Series 3, Episode 24 - Go Jet Academy: Whale RescueThe Go Jetters race to the rescue when a pod of whales becomes stranded at the Academy.
Bitz & Bob
Series 2, Episode 10 - Bevel Genie's Home Sweet HomeBitz, Bob and Purl are on a treasure hunt in Big Hot Sandy Desert.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 5 - CultureGeorge takes the Spuds to the museum of mouldy cheese. Anna dares Dave to lick the cheeses on display.
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.
Timmy Time
Series 2, Episode 10 - Timmy's TractorTimmy is proud of his splendid scrap tractor, made using a cereal box, toilet roll and jam jar lids.
So Awkward
Series 3, Episode 9 - Anger ManagmentLily gets angry when Rob plans to pair with Jenny Jones in the school's 3-legged fun run.
So Awkward
Series 3, Episode 10 - MegasaurusMrs Griggs launches a mentoring scheme and Maxwell picks Ollie. At first Ollie is flattered, but he soon becomes fed up with Maxwell beating him at chess.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 3, Christmas Special - We'll Always Have MajorcaThe girls are given the chance to spend Christmas in the sun when Darryl's rock star friend offers the use of his villa.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 2, Episode 7 - Waffle And The TeacherMiss Berrington, Evie's new school teacher, and teaching assistant Mr O'Donnell have come to meet Evie at home before term starts, and Waffle is under strict instructions to be on his best behaviour. But Waffle is teething and won't stop chewing everything in sight.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 1 - Danger Mouse Begins... AgainDuty has called, and the world's greatest secret agent, Danger Mouse is blasting back onto our screens.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 2 - Danger At C LevelPenfold has had enough of being tied up, blown up and walloped and needs a holiday.
The Green Green Grass
A selection of episodes from the fourth series of the Only Fools And Horses spin-off.
Sketchy Comedy
Episode 1A drinks can, blender, pillows and skittles are among the items getting the Sketchy treatment.
Class Dismissed
Series 5, Episode 3 - Key Stage 3 RulesAdult man and Year 9 pupil Warren finds new ways to celebrate his love of Key Stage 3.
Horrible Histories
Series 6, Episode 2 - Wicked William The ConquerorYoung William, Duke of Normandy, quarrels with Harold Godwinson about who should be King of England, before bashing the English and taking the crown at the famous Battle of Hastings in 1066! Meanwhile across the world, discover Chinese technology light years ahead of the dunderheaded Normans and Saxons in England, and meet one of the world's first scientists in Egypt.
Mr Bean
Series 3, Episode 12 - Eau De BeanMr. Bean accidentally spills all of Mrs. Wicket's new, expensive perfume on the floor. Can he hide the crime and cover his tracks?
Mr Bean
Series 3, Episode 13 - Running On EmptyMr Bean is on his way to the seaside when the Mini runs out of petrol. Undeterred he manages to get a push, but for some reason the do-gooders don't want to push him all the way to the beach!
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 8 - The Other Day The Earth Stood StillOnly Danger Mouse can save the world from chaos when the Baron stops the world spinning with a plague of traffic lights.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 9 - Welcome To Danger World!Danger Mouse must fight his own urge to be awesome to stop the world turning into a gigantic intergalactic tourist attraction.
The Chain
A repeat of this 1984 film.
Outnumbered
A selection of episodes from the second series of the semi-improvised sitcom.
Mr Bean's Holiday
The disaster-prone Englishman wins a holiday to Cannes, but on his travels he unwittingly separates a young boy from his film director father.
Porridge
A selection of episodes from the third series of the prison-based sitcom.
Shakespeare & Hathaway - Private Investigators
Series 2, Episode 1 - Outrageous FortuneWhen a pampered pet runs away from a life of luxury, Frank and Lu are tasked with tracking down the hound.
Not Going Out
A selection of three episodes from the Lee Mack sitcom.
A League Of Their Own
Road Trip: Loch Ness To London, Episode 4Jamie Redknapp, Freddie Flintoff, Jack Whitehall and special guest Shaun Williamson reach London in style via the Thames. Once there, they're joined by former Man City and Villa right back Micah Richards to compete in the fastest sport with two feet always on the ground - race walking! To get them into shape, Olympic race walker Tom Bosworth puts them through their paces, while Sky Sports' own Laura Woods calls every step of the action.
City Lights
Series 1, Episode 5Willie has shacked up with Chancer, while, at the bank, an attractive female auditor is checking over the figures - although Mr McLelland seems to be more interested in checking over hers!
To Die For
A repeat of this 1995 film.
The Jonathan Ross Show
Series 17, Episode 4 - Vicky McClure, Martin Compston, Ellie Simmonds, Ashley Banjo, Paul WellerThe host welcomes Line Of Duty stars Vicky McClure and Martin Compston, ahead of the hotly anticipated season finale; as well as multiple gold-winning Paralympic swimmer Ellie Simmonds, and Diversity founder and Britain's Got Talent judge Ashley Banjo. Plus, singer-songwriter Paul Weller chats and performs in the studio.
All Round To Mrs. Brown's
Series 2, Episode 4Agnes and family are joined by Spice Girl Geri Horner and her mammy to talk reunions, while Gloria Hunniford looks back on her career. Plus Nigel Havers provides an acting masterclass and Foley's gets ready for a memorable night with reggae giants UB40 featuring Ali, Astro and Mickey.
Victoria Wood: In Her Own Words
A profile of Victoria Wood told using archive footage of her own appearances.
Raiders Of The Lost Archive
Series 1, Episode 6 - The Great OutdoorsFrom mountain climbing to the Highland Games, some of Scotland's funniest minds raid the BBC archives to explore Scotland's great outdoors.
Mock The Week
Series 10, Episode 5Dara O'Briain and the team tickle the ribs of another week with guests Ed Byrne, Micky Flanagan, Milton Jones and Jack Whitehall.
Shed Of The Dead
30-something man-child Trevor and his best friend, Graham, attempt to survive the zombie apocalypse.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 17 (Channel 4: Series 18), Episode 7Sean Lock and Katherine Ryan take on Jon Richardson and Joe Wilkinson, while Adam Riches as Sean Bean joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner.
Mrs. Brown's Boys
Series 3, Episode 5 - Mammy?It's a stressful day for Agnes, as everything seems to be happening all at once. Rory and Dino have had a huge falling out, and Mark and Betty have got their emigration visas and are off to Australia.
Insert Name Here
Series 1, Episode 4 - JoDanny Baker, Aisling Bea, Robert Webb and Kate Williams join Sue, Josh and Richard.
Jealous Alan
Short film. Alan's jealousy drives him to foil his friend's relationship.
Motherland
A repeat-run of the entire first series of the Anna Maxwell-Martin sitcom.
Live At The Apollo
Series 10, Episode 4 - Jon Richardson, Sara Pascoe, Nathan CatonJon Richardson presents special guests Sara Pascoe and Nathan Caton.
Russell Howard & Mum
A selection of episodes from the fourth series of the comic travelogue.
Redknapp's Big Night Out
Episode 2The trio are joined by Line Of Duty's Martin Compston, This Country star Daisy May Cooper, and Arsenal icon Thierry Henry.
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.
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...
Plebs
Series 5, Episode 1 - The VineyardThe boys set off on a wine-buying trip to Tuscany, but when their cart has a collision on the road they are forced to pull in to a nearby village.
Bottom
Series 2, Episode 1 - DiggerEddie and Richie try a video dating service, and for the latter a match comes up rather quickly! Naturally, he's lied and claimed to be aristocracy, but that's not going to stop him losing his virginity! Is it?
Guessable?
Series 2, Episode 3The gang welcome TV presenter Alex Jones, comedians Kerry Godliman and Lou Sanders, and football pundit royalty Chris Kamara into the loft.
Live At The Apollo
Series 13, Episode 6 - Ed Byrne, Angela Barnes, Geoff NorcottIrish comedy star Ed Byrne hosts this episode, introducing the fantastic Angela Barnes and the wonderful Geoff Norcott to the world-famous Apollo stage.
Plebs
Series 5, Episode 2 - The PaedosMarcus offers to tutor Gloria's teenage son Barney, while Grumio is mistaken for a schoolboy and soon finds himself recruited into the under-14s boxing team.
Bottom
Series 2, Episode 2 - CultureAfter their TV is repossessed by Rumbelows, Eddie and Richie are left bored at home for the evening. Perhaps a game of chess could pass the time.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 20 (Channel 4: Series 21), Episode 3Sean Lock and Harriet Kemsley take on Jon Richardson and Joe Lycett in the words-and-numbers game, while Mat Ewins joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner.
CelebAbility
Series 4, Episode 2This week's episode sees a group of friends take on Joe Swash, Jack P. Shepherd, Nikki Sanderson and Helen Bauer.
Dara O'Briain: This Is The Show
Recorded for DVD in 2010, Dara O'Briain presents his stand-up show in front of a live audience.
Have I Got News For You
Series 55, Episode 3Ian and Paul return with further topical comedy games.Regular captains Ian Hislop and Paul Merton are joined by guest host Lee Mack and panellists Janet Street-Porter and Sara Pascoe.
The Young Ones
Series 2, Episode 5 - SickEveryone is sick. Neil begins projectile sneezing before suddenly remembering that his parents are coming for dinner. Their arrival sparks a discussion about The Good Life, and the housemates decide to attempt self-sufficiency.
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.
The Young Ones
Series 2, Episode 6 - Summer HolidaySummer term has ended. Rick has discovered his parents are dead. The group are evicted from the house, and have come bottom of the world in their exams. What else is there to do but rob a bank and flee?
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.