Television
TV schedule Tuesday 19th October 2021
BBC New Comedy Awards
2021, Episode 1 - SwanseaAt Swansea's iconic Patti Pavilion, five up-and-coming comics try to impress the audience and judges Mawaan Rizwan, Ali Shahalom and Katy Wix. Kiri Pritchard-McLean hosts.
BBC New Comedy Awards
2021, Episode 2 - WolverhamptonIn Wolverhampton, five new stand-ups try to impress the audience and judges Mawaan Rizwan, Sikisa and Sarah Keyworth. Darren Harriott hosts.
BBC New Comedy Awards
2021, Episode 3 - HalifaxAt the Square Chapel in Halifax, five up-and-coming comics try to impress the audience and judges Mawaan Rizwan, Rosie Jones and Josh Jones. Amy Gledhill hosts.
BBC New Comedy Awards
2021, Episode 4 - CroydonAt Stanley Arts in Croydon, five up-and-coming comics try to impress the audience and judges Mawaan Rizwan, Thanyia Moore and Helen Bauer. Dane Baptiste hosts.
BBC New Comedy Awards
2021, Episode 5 - DundeeFive acts will take to the stage in front of a packed house of more than a hundred comedy loving audience. Scottish stand-up comedian Larry Dean is at the helm.
BBC New Comedy Awards
2021, Episode 6 - PortrushThe heats conclude in the small seaside resort town of Portrush in Northern Ireland. Shane Todd hosts.
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 43 - Jam SessionA jam spillage in the professor's experiment brings a sticky surprise to life.
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 44 - Sharp As A PinAn accidental sidekick swap leaves Danger Mouse with Pinfold, Penfold's cousin.
Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 34 - The Artful GnasherWhen Dennis thinks Gnasher has trashed a valuable piece of hideous art, the gang try desperately to cover up the damage and produce a decoy that is as convincingly terrible as the original.
Ever Decreasing Circles
Series 2, Episode 6Ann wants more than just being a housewife and decides she needs to get a job. Paul offers her a position at the salon, but turns her down when she later hopes to accept it. Martin is none-too-pleased at either decision.
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 39 - The Great Barrier Reef, AustraliaThe team dives into action as Glitch's treasure hunt endangers the Great Barrier Reef.
Ever Decreasing Circles
Series 2, Episode 7Martin has a chance meeting with a psychiatrist at Paul's party and sings his praises. Ann suggests that he may like to talk to him again - professionally!
Man About The House
Series 6, Episode 7 - Another Bride, Another GroomChrissy and Norman's wedding has arrived. Robin's baked a marvellous cake, just about put his jealousy aside, and their parents have arrived in London for the big day. There are just 156 possible things that could go wrong...
Man About The House
Series 2, Episode 2 - Colour Me YellowDuring a break from decorating the flat, Robin's attempt to stand up for Chrissy against an oaf in the pub quickly goes awry when said oaf turns out to be significantly taller. Surely he's not a coward?
Bitz & Bob
Series 2, Episode 20 - Bitz And Bob's Toy ShopBitz and Bob's junk stall sells out of everything, including Bob's robo-helmet!
Are You Being Served?
Series 4, Episode 1 - No SaleThe staff decide to protest the store's new earlier opening time by purposely underperforming. But talking willing customers out of buying is easier said than done when you're usually doing the opposite!
George & Mildred
Series 3, Episode 6 - Life With FatherIt's a sad day for George as he takes his father to a retirement home. But it's worse for Mildred when he's thrown out and ends up living with them!
Open All Hours
Series 1, Episode 5 - Well Catered FuneralHis best friend's funeral tests Arkwright's generosity to a painfull degree.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 1 - A Starfish Called GarethThe Spuds take the camper van on holiday, and end up at the bottom of the sea. Dave has to resort to a resourceful solution to get help.
Twirlywoos
Series 4, Episode 24 - More About OutThe Twirlywoos are by the coast and they watch as a tired walker takes a rest on a bench.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 2 - DonkeyDave rescues an endangered donkey from the docks. Hiding it in the camper van, things take a turn when the donkey eats Gran's glasses.
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 43 - The RobotBean buys a robot to clean his flat, but it ends up trashing half the town!
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 13, Episode 6 - Pole StarHumiliated when he finds Nora's clothes line more out of reach than her, Compo accepts help from Foggy in overcoming his height problem.
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 44 - Ice CreamBean wants an ice cream from the ice cream van, but ends up serving himself - along with every kid in town!
Sooty
Series 2, Episode 21 - Some HolidayWhen Sooty and the gang win a luxury holiday, none of them can wait to get packing. But with Sweep trying to mend the broken china, and Richard stuck on the phone, will they ever get away?
Horrible Histories
Series 7, Highlights Special - Awesome Ancient CivilisationsHorrible Histories presents a guide to ancient civilisations.
Minder
Series 4, Episode 2 - Senior Citizen CaineArthur's ambition to own a Rolls are jeopardised when Terry has to protect a widowed garage owner.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 14, Episode 1 - By The Magnificent Thighs Of Ernie BurnistonCompo is coming to terms with being less agile than he used to be - until he sees old Ernie cycling past.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 5, Episode 5Richard isn't exactly over the moon with his surprise birthday present.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 39 - The Cute Shall Inherit The EarthA CATastrophe hits earth and only DM can stop things from getting too hairy when cute kittens begin replacing humans.
Dad's Army
Series 3, Episode 12 - Man HuntAfter a memo warns the platoon to look out for parachutes, Walker admits to discovering one in the woods some weeks ago. Mainwaring's keen to identify whether the material was British or German, but that's not so easy as it was turned into several dozen pairs of ladies' knickers!
Timmy Time
Series 3, Episode 10 - Timmy In TuneTimmy is fascinated with the xylophone, but he drops it and loses one of the chimes.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 40 - All 5itIt's time for Danger Mouse to face the music when he goes undercover as the fifth member of Quark's mega-popular (but secretly evil) boy band.
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 41 - Hong Kong, ChinaThe team spring into action when Glitch's mini-master toys invade Hong Kong Harbour.
Class Dismissed
Series 2, Episode 2 - TuesdayMr Christopher's been given a promotion, Mrs Winstone's calling in her library loans, Mr Capp's asleep in the playground and art teacher Mr Rhomb is nowhere to be seen... just an average Tuesday at Dockbridge High.
Danny & Mick
Series 4, Episode 2 - Wrestling NightClive has forgotten to book an audience for wrestling night and two of the wrestlers have pulled out. That means only one thing - it's time for Danny and Mick to showcase their wrestling skills.
Ever Decreasing Circles
Series 2, Episode 7Martin has a chance meeting with a psychiatrist at Paul's party and sings his praises. Ann suggests that he may like to talk to him again - professionally!
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 3, Episode 2 - Waffle At The KennelsWaffle is staying at Angela's kennels while the Brooklyn-Bells are on holiday.
All At Sea
Series 2, Episode 10 - BeastThere is a wild animal on the loose in Scarborough, but are the various 'sightings' around town fact or fantasy? And does Charlie know more about it than he is telling? Meanwhile, Hannah has taken up good works and Louis thinks he has gained a magical power.
All At Sea
Series 2, Episode 11 - WrestlerWhen Wrestle-Hysteria comes to town, Charlie is desperate to get tickets for the show. But with no money to buy them, he and his friends must go to extraordinary lengths to fulfill their dreams. Meanwhile, Mum has found a way to fulfill Hannah's dreams - but will it really help her win her daughter's trust?
Are You Being Served?
Series 4, Episode 1 - No SaleThe staff decide to protest the store's new earlier opening time by purposely underperforming. But talking willing customers out of buying is easier said than done when you're usually doing the opposite!
Open All Hours
Series 1, Episode 5 - Well Catered FuneralHis best friend's funeral tests Arkwright's generosity to a painfull degree.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 3 - A Whaley Good TimeFuzzypeg eats the Spuds' fish supper and Dave has to catch another. Things look up when he hooks something, but it turns out to be a whale.
So Awkward
Series 5, Episode 1 - Waitress WarsLily loves working at a café, until Jas joins. Martha can't believe Ollie has a girlfriend.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 4 - Born FreeGeorge takes Dave on an adventure camping, but Dave isn't sure it's a great idea. He's proved right when they both wake up in a bear's cave.
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.
Gavin & Stacey
Series 2, Episode 3Stacey's getting used to being an 'Essex wife' but it's not as exciting as she'd hoped.
Timmy Time
Series 1, Episode 7 - Timmy Steals The ShowYabba loses her voice while bossing everyone about during rehearsals for the nursery's talent show.
Danny & Mick
Series 1, Comic Relief Special - Team CharityDanny and Mick try to raise money for a good cause, but succeed in raising laughs, eyebrows and hair instead.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 4, Episode 25 - Hidden TalentsIt's a quiet day and the flock decide to entertain each other by performing their favourite party tricks. However, when the Farmer tries to join in, things get a little awkward.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 13 - The Comedy CrownThe gang enter Pieface into a comedy contest to make him realise how funny he is.
Gavin & Stacey
Series 2, Episode 4Mick becomes a minor celebrity for the night after appearing on the news.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 14 - Cat v DogWalter's pampered cat Clawdia persuades her way into the gang, and only Gnasher can tell that she has a hidden agenda to oust him from Dennis's life forever.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 5, Episode 5Richard isn't exactly over the moon with his surprise birthday present.
Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 13, Episode 6 - Pole StarHumiliated when he finds Nora's clothes line more out of reach than her, Compo accepts help from Foggy in overcoming his height problem.
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 16 - There's Something About ScarlettMoments after landing himself a date with Scarlett Johamster, Danger Mouse and the Professor pounce on Penfold with conflicting advice on how to woo his new world-famous love interest.
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.
Horrible Histories
Series 9, Special - Black British HistoryHorrible Histories charts the contribution of black people to British life throughout history. How did African soldiers come to be guarding Hadrian's Wall? Why was a West African diver asked to help salvage Henry VIII's ship, the Mary Rose? And the actor Ira Aldridge tells us how he came to leave New York to find fame in 19th-Century England.
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.
dinnerladies
Series 1, Episode 3 - ScandalBren's mother, Petula, turns up with a new boyfriend, Clint, who's young enough to be BREN'S son. His mother isn't best pleased, and chains herself to the factory gates in protest.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 14, Episode 1 - By The Magnificent Thighs Of Ernie BurnistonCompo is coming to terms with being less agile than he used to be - until he sees old Ernie cycling past.
Bread
Series 6, Episode 4Shifty tries to convince Martina that he has changed but ends up taking his passengers on an unexpected trip. Adrian and Jack are both competing for Leonora's affections...
Open All Hours
Series 1, Episode 5 - Well Catered FuneralHis best friend's funeral tests Arkwright's generosity to a painfull degree.
'Allo 'Allo!
Series 5, Episode 17 - Going Like A BombWith Monsieur Alfonse now considered by Herr Flick to have been exploded by a bedpan, the Colonel sets up Captain Bertorelli to be caught with the stolen - and forged - money. Unfortunately, nothing runs smoothly...
Are You Being Served?
Series 4, Episode 1 - No SaleThe staff decide to protest the store's new earlier opening time by purposely underperforming. But talking willing customers out of buying is easier said than done when you're usually doing the opposite!
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 31, Episode 5 - Look Whose Wheel's Come OffGlenda sends a reluctant Barry off to paint a nice view, to take his mind off wanting to eat.
Dad's Army
Series 3, Episode 12 - Man HuntAfter a memo warns the platoon to look out for parachutes, Walker admits to discovering one in the woods some weeks ago. Mainwaring's keen to identify whether the material was British or German, but that's not so easy as it was turned into several dozen pairs of ladies' knickers!
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 43 - The RobotBean buys a robot to clean his flat, but it ends up trashing half the town!
Almost Never
Series 3, Episode 2 - Class ActThe Wonderland cause chaos at a school careers day, and GHF hold crisis talks.
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 44 - Ice CreamBean wants an ice cream from the ice cream van, but ends up serving himself - along with every kid in town!
Would I Lie To You?
Series 12, Episode 2This episode's guests are Rylan Clark-Neal, Sara Pascoe, Mary Portas and Paul Sinha.
Gavin & Stacey
Series 2, Episode 5It's Gwen's birthday and Bryn has arranged a special surprise treat.
The Good Life
Series 3, Episode 4 - I Talk To The TreesA fellow gardener inspires Tom and Barbara to conduct some unusual experiments in order to increase the yield of their produce.
Still So Awkward
Special - Burke Hill TV: Work"Find a job you love and you'll never work a day in your life": Jeff Malone hasn't worked a day since arriving at Burke Hill, so who better to present a documentary about 'work'?
Would I Lie To You?
Series 12, Episode 2This episode's guests are Rylan Clark-Neal, Sara Pascoe, Mary Portas and Paul Sinha.
One Foot In The Grave
Series 1, Episode 3 - The Valley Of FearVictor's outing to photograph badgers ends with him being mugged. Mrs Birkett comes to regret calling at the Meldrews' to collect items for a jumble sale, and Victor finds a dead cat in the freezer.
Gavin & Stacey
Series 2, Episode 6Gavin is in Essex without his wife. Stacey is in Barry without her husband. So while Smithy plans a boys' night out, Stacey goes to the bingo. But has living separate lives finally taken its toll on love's young dream?
The Happiest Days Of Your Life
In a Whitehall mix-up, an all-girls' boarding school, St Swithin's, is "re-evacuated" to share the facilities of all-boys' school Nutbourne College.
Never Mind The Buzzcocks
Series 29, Episode 5Team captains Noel Fielding and Daisy May Cooper invite comedian Joe Wilkinson, rapper Aitch and experimental pop-project Self Esteem to join series regular Jamali Maddix for another round of cacophonic comedy.
Not Going Out
Series 4, Episode 3 - MovieLucy is fed up of Lee treating her flat as if he owns it. He promises to change but omits to mention that he has already let the flat out to a film director who is paying Lee £500 to use the flat while Lucy's out at work.
The Deirdre O'Kane Show
Episode 1Deirdre is joined by world-renowned comic and Strictly champion Bill Bailey along with the hysterical Catherine Bohart and the incredible house band Abandoman for a night of big laughs.
Men Behaving Badly
Series 3, Episode 6 - MarriageCould this signal the end of a beautiful affair with lager and takeaways? Gary proposes marriage to Dorothy when he is drunk - then when sober, tries to get out of it!
Passions: Richard Pryor By Romesh Ranganathan
Romesh Ranganathan presents a documentary about his comedy hero, Richard Pryor.
Guilt
Series 2, Episode 2In Edinburgh's Leith area, a vast re-development is being promised by the mysterious Phoenix Company, but something lies in the way - a rundown church and its fearless Minister Sandy. When Max and Kenny pursue the truth of their illicit work for Roy, they cross paths with Sandy, and come off worse for the altercation.
Question Team
Series 1, Episode 2Making up Richard Ayoade's self-quizzing collective are Katherine Ryan with a round on social media, Desiree Burch on astrology and Ivo Graham on music festivals. Richard's special guest this week is Nick Helm, bringing his brand-new quiz experience: The Wheel of Death.
Plebs
Series 3, Episode 7 - The New MasterWhen Grumio injures another slave in a fight over a carrot, he is forced to replace him until he recovers. And so he joins a new household where work is taken seriously. Marcus invites Delphine to move in. But can she bond with Stylax?
Squeamish About
Episode 1 - EntertainmentsIn this first episode, Squeamish offers his unique take on the history of British entertainment. From pigeon-racing to progressive jazz, beauty contests to The Buzzcocks, Squeamish takes us on an alternative journey through British culture, stopping at music hall, the scene and Joy Division along the way.
The One...
Episode 1 - The One Lenny HenryLenny Henry showcases brand new stand-up combined with characters reprised from his early career and some new sketches.
How We Forgot To Save The Planet
Kieran Hodgson explains how it may be too late to save the planet.
Plebs
Series 3, Episode 8 - The WeatheristThe boys meet their new neighbour, a weatherman. Marcus uses the forecast of a small tremor to bring excitement to his relationship with Delphine. Stylax tries his luck with an attractive new colleague, while Grumio discovers Indian food.
The Young Ones
Series 1, Episode 5 - InterestingA party is arranged, but naturally Neil has no one to invite. Rick's keen to get things off just right, but is at risking of killing the mood. Then the pubs start to close.
Rob And Romesh Vs
Series 3, Episode 1 - ArtRob and Romesh are delving into the world of art. Romesh will be taking Rob to his first ever art gallery, before they head to a top art school to learn different disciplines. The show culminates with each of them having to present an exhibition, in front of a crowd of art fans, at the world famous Saatchi Gallery.
Lenny Henry's Race Through Comedy
Episode 2 - Stand-UpStarting with early pioneers such as Charlie Williams and Josh White, black men who braved the tough northern men's working clubs in the 1960s and 70s, the show also marks the start of Lenny Henry's own career.
Taskmaster
Series 12, Episode 4 - The Customised InhalerGreg Davies sets more tasks to contenders Alan Davies, Desiree Burch, Guz Khan, Morgana Robinson and Victoria Coren Mitchell, while his loyal sidekick Alex Horne gets all excited over a task involving a fiendish riddle. In this edition Morgana drenches herself in peas, Victoria learns a new skill, Desiree makes a political statement with jam, Alan piles on the sunglasses and Guz pens a new song.
Gavin & Stacey
Series 2, Episode 5It's Gwen's birthday and Bryn has arranged a special surprise treat.
BBC New Comedy Awards
2021, Episode 1 - SwanseaAt Swansea's iconic Patti Pavilion, five up-and-coming comics try to impress the audience and judges Mawaan Rizwan, Ali Shahalom and Katy Wix. Kiri Pritchard-McLean hosts.
Sorry, I Didn't Know
Series 2, Episode 3Jimmy Akingbola hosts the panel show, with Curtis Walker, James Acaster, Humza Arshad and Sikisa joining team leaders Chizzy Akudolu and Judi Love to answer questions about black history.
Brassic
Series 3, Episode 2Vinnie's friend Gideon calls to say his mother has passed away and asks Vin to help him honour her final wishes.
Gavin & Stacey
Series 2, Episode 6Gavin is in Essex without his wife. Stacey is in Barry without her husband. So while Smithy plans a boys' night out, Stacey goes to the bingo. But has living separate lives finally taken its toll on love's young dream?
Complaints Welcome
Episode 1Tom, Jessica and Munya investigate the end-of-the-weekend angst the Antiques Roadshow theme triggers. The first Big Inquiry looks at Yorkshire on TV, and the trio also ask if there's too much Come Dine With Me, and whether we should have more box on the box?
Trollied
Series 6, Episode 4Duncan's back in store and is far from impressed with Gavin's health food drive. Katie also faces an unwanted visitor in the form of Daniel's girlfriend Holly.
BBC New Comedy Awards
2021, Episode 1 - SwanseaAt Swansea's iconic Patti Pavilion, five up-and-coming comics try to impress the audience and judges Mawaan Rizwan, Ali Shahalom and Katy Wix. Kiri Pritchard-McLean hosts.
Not Going Out
Series 4, Episode 3 - MovieLucy is fed up of Lee treating her flat as if he owns it. He promises to change but omits to mention that he has already let the flat out to a film director who is paying Lee £500 to use the flat while Lucy's out at work.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 12, Episode 2This episode's guests are Rylan Clark-Neal, Sara Pascoe, Mary Portas and Paul Sinha.
Trollied
Series 6, Episode 5It's Gavin and Cheryl's 11-month anniversary so Gavin plans a romantic afternoon. But when Duncan catches wind of their plans he starts to meddle...
Have I Got News For You
Series 62, Episode 2Alexander Armstrong hosts as Ian Hislop and Paul Merton as joined by guests Mishal Husain and Geoff Norcott.
Men Behaving Badly
Series 3, Episode 6 - MarriageCould this signal the end of a beautiful affair with lager and takeaways? Gary proposes marriage to Dorothy when he is drunk - then when sober, tries to get out of it!
Hitmen
Series 2: Hitmen Reloaded, Episode 5After Fran has a secret meeting with a private investigator Jamal to dig up dirt on Kat, she and Jamie shop for their last hit together. Fran seems surprisingly upbeat about the end of their professional partnership, clearly convinced that she will be able to expose Kat to Jamie. But when Jamal discovers nothing, the guilt kicks in and Fran and Jamie get emotional as they take out their final hit - gobby spa owner and human trafficker Siobhan.
The Young Ones
Series 1, Episode 5 - InterestingA party is arranged, but naturally Neil has no one to invite. Rick's keen to get things off just right, but is at risking of killing the mood. Then the pubs start to close.
Hitmen
Series 2: Hitmen Reloaded, Episode 6Fran wakes up in Kat's basement, chained to a bed and confronted with a table of computer monitors with live CCTV feeds of rooms around Kat's mansion. Her true intentions revealed, can Fran stop Kat from serving Jamie her last meal?
Man About The House
Series 6, Episode 7 - Another Bride, Another GroomChrissy and Norman's wedding has arrived. Robin's baked a marvellous cake, just about put his jealousy aside, and their parents have arrived in London for the big day. There are just 156 possible things that could go wrong...
Live At The Apollo
Jack Dee Live At The Apollo Series 2, Episode 3Jack Dee takes centre stage himself for this episode, ranting at the insanity of Antiques Roadshow, safari ballooning and dentists, and revealing how he was forced to dress his son up as a bumblebee.
Hey Tracey!
Series 2, Episode 1Joel Dommett returns with the cold-calling comedy quiz in which his virtual PA connects celebrities to real people around the UK in the search for answers. Megan McKenna, Roman Kemp, Mark-Francis Vandelli, Melvin Odoom, Verona Rose and Christine McGuinness try to win some normal people £2,500 and a pet-food dispenser.
The Rebel
Series 1, Episode 2 - CharityWhen Charles goes missing, Henry eventually finds him volunteering in a former church, now newly opened charity shop 'Virtuous'. Donations to Margaret's shop have dropped off, and they suspect are being stolen from outside the door overnight. With some investigation, the horrible truth about Virtuous begins to come to light.
Have I Got News For You
Series 58, Episode 5Guest host Adil Ray is joined by panellists comedian Ivo Graham and journalist Helen Lewis, plus Ian and Paul.
Joe Lycett's Got Your Back
Series 3, Episode 7Joe is joined by Sara Pascoe to explore some of the dubious practices of the gambling industry. He opens a betting shop aimed at kids with the help of street artist Foka Wolf, gets thrown out of a casino with an honest advert for his own VIP club and looks at the effects of online gambling on assistant Mark Silcox's brain.
Ever Decreasing Circles
Series 2, Episode 7Martin has a chance meeting with a psychiatrist at Paul's party and sings his praises. Ann suggests that he may like to talk to him again - professionally!