Television
TV schedule Monday 13th December 2021
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.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 23, Christmas Special - A Musical Passing For A Miserable MuscroftIn a seasonal special marking the return to the show of Kathy Staff and Norman Wisdom, Billy Ingleton restores a fairground organ.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 16 - The Snowman ComethIt's Christmas and DM and Penfold are tasked with protecting Santa from the villainous clutches of the festive season-destroying Snowman.
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.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 21 - Too Cool For RulesDennis and his mates rebel against an outbreak of unfair fun-killing rules.
Bread
Series 4, Episode 2Aveline brings Oswald home and he finds a family in chaos when they all show him their true colours! Adrian is accepted as a male model after a less than impressive interview and Shifty is back to his old ways ...
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 49 - The Blue Mountains, JamaicaTrouble brews in Jamaica when Glitch's campfire threatens a coffee plantation.
The Two Ronnies
Series 2, Episode 5Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.
Bread
Series 4, Episode 3Freddie's visit to the doctor has left him unsure of his future, but only Joey notices that his father is suffering from a serious heart complaint. Celia Higgins arrives in the street but finds getting access to her new home a challenge - thanks to the Boswell fleet of battered vehicles!
That's My Boy
Series 4, Episode 5 - Hello Young MothersA rumour hits the village that Elton John has bought the big house up on the hill. When it transpires a charity has purchased it with the intention of opening a refuge for single mothers, certain residents are outraged by the notion of the scandal.
So Awkward
Series 5, Christmas Special - All We Want For ChristmasCan Lily, Martha, Jas, Ollie, Rob and Sid handle the pressure of a perfect Christmas?
Citizen Khan
Series 4, Christmas Special - Mr Khan's Christmas WonderlandMr Khan embraces Christmas like never before by launching his own range of traditional halal mince pies.
Justin's House
Series 5, Episode 18 - Robert's Home MoviesOnly in Justin Town could it be sunny, snowy and rain slime all in one day, so Justin, Robert and Little Monster stay in and enjoy Robert's new setting, 'home movie mode'!
On The Buses
Series 3, Episode 13 - On The MakeStan's intentions are less than honourable when he offers Edna a place to stay after her landlady throws her out.
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of Christmas specials from Britian's longest-running sitcom.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 35 - Art ThiefWhen Mr Bean witnesses the theft of a major artwork on a trip to the National Gallery, he gives chase to the culprit and meets all manner of obstacles along the way.
Horrible Histories
Series 9, Christmas Special - Cracking ChristmasMeet the 18th Century man whose job was to walk a thousand turkeys from Norfolk to London - he set off in September, and yes, they did have shoes.
Twirlywoos
Series 1, Episode 13 - WrappingThe Twirlywoos see someone wrapping a present and get carried away trying to wrap things of their own. Back in the Boat, the Stop-Go Car brings them a long scarf that they all get wrapped up in.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 36 - Scaredy BeanA trip to the cinema makes Mr Bean's imagination play tricks on him.
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.
Horrible Histories
Series 8, Episode 4 - Mind Your MannersJane Austen is on Historical Love Island. Plus, why you shouldn't hold farts in.
Minder
Series 8, Episode 9 - The Greatest Show In WillesdenLong-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.
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.
Sooty
Series 2, Episode 19 - It's A Dog's LifeIt's Mr. Slater's annual dog show, and Sooty is determined that Sweep will win the grand prize. But will he be brave enough to attempt the Doggie Assault Course? Guest starring The Krankies.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 25 - Megahurtz AttacksDanger Mouse's attempts to boost Penfold's confidence backfire when it leads to a ferocious games monster escaping into the real world.
Only Fools And Horses
Christmas Special - The Frog's LegacyAt Trigger's niece Lisa's wedding, down in Hampshire, Del bumps into his mum's old best mate, Trigger's auntie Irene. Over a few drinks, Reenie lets slip a tale of hidden treasure and 1960s intrigue. Just what's the truth in the rumours of Freddy the Frog?
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 26 - The Hamster EffectBrunel, the crazed time-travelling Victorian gentlechimp, is back and determined to change history so Danger Mouse and Penfold never meet.
Johnny Frenchman
Comedy drama following a Cornish fishing community and its relationship with its French rivals.
Class Dismissed
Series 5, Episode 1 - Snake!Warren is excited to start Year 9 (again), while Miss Aviary loses a very hungry friend.
Danny & Mick
Series 3, Episode 7 - Micks UpIt's Wild West Wednesday at the Leisure Centre, there's a bucking bronco and Naomi is making her spicy chilli for the occasion. Sharon is interviewing for a lifeguard job at the leisure centre. There's only one candidate and he is also a familiar face, which only leads to confusion.
Timmy Time
Series 2, Episode 26 - Timmy's SnowmanYabba builds a fantastic snowman, but Timmy thinks he can do better.
Diddy TV
Series 3, Episode 1 - Divide And ConquerJoin Diddy TV for a line-up of top entertainment, including The Dimgineers, This is Pointless, and a Diddy Chat with Strictly Come Dancing star Craig Revell Horwood.
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 50 - The Jigokudani Monkey Park, JapanThe Go Jetters fly to the rescue in Japan, as Glitch gets up to his usual monkey business.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 3, Christmas Special - Waffle's First ChristmasIt's the eve of Waffle's first Christmas with the Brooklyn-Bells. Mrs Hobbs is invited, and Gramps has knitted a Christmas jumper. Waffle learns about Santa and really wants to meet him.
The Two Ronnies
Series 2, Episode 5Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.
4 O'Clock Club
Series 8, Episode 10 - MagicBell is booked at a magic conference - but the real trick is how to sneak past Mrs Morgan.
QI
Series Q, Episode 1 - QuirkyWith Loyiso Gola, Jason Manford and Sarah Millican. Find out who has Type Q blood, where to find the world's most dangerous cup of tea, what's even quainter than a model village, and the best type of pants to wear if you're trying for a baby.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 22, Christmas Special - Potts In Pole PositionIn avoiding his wife, Potts's training for a South Pole expedition in Yorkshire becomes invaluable.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 23, Christmas Special - A Musical Passing For A Miserable MuscroftIn a seasonal special marking the return to the show of Kathy Staff and Norman Wisdom, Billy Ingleton restores a fairground organ.
Nova Jones
Series 1, Episode 5 - Nova Has TalentA guest appearance on a TV talent show has surprising consequences for Nova when she wakes up unable to sing and dance! What will the pop princess do without her abilities?
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 51 - The Nazca Lines, PeruThe Go Jetters race to protect ancient artwork in Peru when Glitch erases the Nazca Lines.
Timmy Time
Series 3, Episode 9 - Boing Boing TimmyTimmy thinks Otus's jack-in-the-box is brilliant, and he decides to make his own.
Diddy TV
Series 1, Episode 7 - Saturday Night SuitThere are thrills in Deadly Diddy 60, popular word quiz Diddydown and more dance studio drama in The Diddy Step.
The Two Ronnies
Series 1, Episode 3The Two Ronnies present a third chapter of Hampton Wick, whilst Tina Charles sings (They Long to Be) Close to You.
Danny & Mick
Series 1, Episode 1 - Paper BoysA small stain leads to big problems as Danny and Mick try to paper over their mistake.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 1, Episode 6 - Still LifeThe farmer's turned artist, but will Shaun and pals play along?
Sketchy Comedy
Episode 1A drinks can, blender, pillows and skittles are among the items getting the Sketchy treatment.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 2 - Dare DennisA bungled attempt at a stunt leads Dennis to accidentally become an internet star and Beanotown celebrity. But his moment of fame is short-lived and he is soon replaced by Walter's cat who can play the piano. Dennis has to stage the best stunt yet to gain back his audience.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 3 - Dinmaker DivaDennis and the gang are fed up with dinner lady Olive's completely inedible school dinners. In their mission to 'drop the slop', they discover a poster of her past career as a singer. The gang ask her to join The Dinmakers - hoping she'll swap a life in the kitchen for fame. However, after unleashing Olive's inner diva, their new mission is how to get Olive back into the kitchen!
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!
The Darling Buds Of May
Series 1, Episode 1 - The Darling Buds Of May (Part 1)When a tax collector arrives at the Larkins' farm, it appears to spell trouble for Pop and the family. But the young man is soon under the spell of their utopian lifestyle - and Mariette's charms.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 5, Christmas Special - It Happened In HollywoodSharon and Tracey discover that their real father's name is George Hamilton and conclude that he must be the Hollywood actor. They decide to go to Los Angeles to find him, but cannot raise the fare. Dorian agrees to pay for them as long as she can go too...
Minder
Series 8, Episode 10 - Too Many CrooksLong-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.
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 Darling Buds Of May
Series 1, Episode 2 - The Darling Buds Of May (Part 2)Things don't quite go 'perfick' when Charley decides to play truant from his office at the Inland Revenue and go strawberry-picking with Mariette and the rest of the Larkin family. Suddenly it seems that his future is in doubt.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 2, Episode 1 - Moth GranGran sits in front of the television for so long that she turns into a cocoon, and with a little help from Dave - who wants his favourite seat back - she hatches into a moth. When Moth-Gran sets her sights on the moon, it's up to the Spuds to find a way to entice her back.
Upstart Crow
Series 2, Christmas Special - A Christmas CrowThe Shakespeares are planning a lovely cosy Christmas with just the family up in Stratford.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 2, Episode 2 - The Beast Of GrimsbyDave and his friend Zombie Katie are working on a school project together about endangered animals, so George takes them on an expedition to the local park to see what they can find. There they discover the much-fabled Beast of Grimsby - and Dave must decide between a gold star at school and the future of the beast.
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 1 - Petra, JordanIn this episode, Grandmaster Glitch goes on a desert adventure to uncover a mysterious lost city. If only it hadn't already been discovered! As Glitch attempts to beat a group of tourists to Petra in Jordan, he crashes his Grimbler in the Siq gorge. Vibrations from the Grimblers engines shake the surrounding area, causing the treasury building to shake apart. Can the Go Jetters save the ancient city?
Porridge
Series 2, Christmas Special - No Way OutFletcher plans to spend Christmas in hospital to avoid being press-ganged into Grouty's latest scheme to spring a fellow prisoner. His plan backfires when Grouty finds out about his upcoming civilian hospital appointment and gives him a vital role in proceedings.
Ted's Top Ten
Episode 6 - Reasons To Avoid The School PlayAn eagerly awaited performance of Romeo and Juliet is underway at school, but Stu takes its warring themes too much to heart...
QI
Series Q, Episode 1 - QuirkyWith Loyiso Gola, Jason Manford and Sarah Millican. Find out who has Type Q blood, where to find the world's most dangerous cup of tea, what's even quainter than a model village, and the best type of pants to wear if you're trying for a baby.
Dad's Army
Series 4, Episode 12 - Uninvited GuestsAfter Walmington-on-Sea's ARP HQ is bombed, Mainwaring is forced to share the church hall with Hodges. Problems soon arise after the church hall's chimney is set on fire.
Porridge
Christmas Special - The Desperate HoursHauled in front of the governor after being caught with illicit Christmas booze, Fletcher and Godber become embroiled in Urwin's escape bid as he holds Mr Barrowclough and the governor's secretary hostage.
Horrible Histories
Christmas Special - Horrible ChristmasFarting jesters, Christmas cards full of bacon, and having the festive meal confiscated by Oliver Cromwell... welcome to Christmas, Horrible Histories style.
Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 26 - WantedBean is mistaken for an escaped convict and carted off to jail.
Dad's Army
Christmas Special - The Love Of Three OrangesAfter an unpleasant incident involving wet bath enamel, Elizabeth Mainwaring is in a particularly bad mood. As the parish council hosts a bazaar in aid of troop comforts, George has his sights set on an orange to placate her.
Last Of The Summer Wine
1986 Specials, Christmas Special - Merry Christmas Father ChristmasA Santa on a bike with an advertising board is too much for Seymour's sense of traditional values. He resolves to put some of the magic back into Christmas by putting Santa back where he belongs - on a rooftop near a chimney. Clegg is an ideal, if unwilling, helper, but who has the charisma and the wellies to play Father Christmas...?
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.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 2, Episode 1 - Moth GranGran sits in front of the television for so long that she turns into a cocoon, and with a little help from Dave - who wants his favourite seat back - she hatches into a moth. When Moth-Gran sets her sights on the moon, it's up to the Spuds to find a way to entice her back.
Only Fools And Horses
Series 3, Christmas Special - Thicker Than WaterWhen Rodney opens the door to a stranger at the flat he soon learns from Grandad that it's his long lost father, Reg. As Del returns home from the pub, his anger is abated when Reg tells them he is ill and it may be hereditary. The subsequent blood test results threaten to split the brothers up.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 2, Episode 2 - The Beast Of GrimsbyDave and his friend Zombie Katie are working on a school project together about endangered animals, so George takes them on an expedition to the local park to see what they can find. There they discover the much-fabled Beast of Grimsby - and Dave must decide between a gold star at school and the future of the beast.
Jonathan Creek
Series 1, Episode 1 - The Wrestler's TombA celebrated artist has been killed, with a beautiful model bound and gagged by his side. The police are baffled - so it is just as well that Jonathan Creek accidentally spears Maddy's hand with a cocktail stick...
Not Going Out
Series 3, Christmas Special - Absent Father ChristmasLee's father turns up at the flat unannounced. This is the man who walked out of the family home when Lee was four, never paid his maintenance and ate Lee's goldfish.
Ghosts
Series 2, Christmas Special - The Ghost Of ChristmasIt's Christmas at Button House, and as Alison and Mike are hosting his family for the first time, Mike is determined to make it perfect.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 11, Episode 3The guests on this episode are James Acaster, Gabby Logan, Melvin Odoom and Fay Ripley.
The Vicar Of Dibley
Series 2, Christmas Special - EngagementAlice is concerned. She and Hugo mightn't have been romantically linked for long, but she's known him for 26 years and they've still never kissed - is she so unattractive? When the inevitable eventually happens, David is far from pleased, and Hugo has an important decision to make.
Michael McIntyre's Big Show
Christmas Special - Michael McIntyre's Big Christmas ShowAward-winning stand-up comedian Michael McIntyre is back with his Big Christmas show, a night of entertainment recorded in front of a live audience at London's Theatre Royal Drury Lane.
A League Of Their Own
Series 16, Christmas SpecialThe boys get ready to celebrate Christmas as Romesh Ranganathan, Freddie Flintoff and Jamie Redknapp mark the festive season as only they know how.
Rob And Romesh Vs
Series 1, Episode 2 - The NFLAs Super Bowl fever takes over the world, Rob and Romesh go on a mission to learn all about America's best loved sport.
Ladies Of Letters
Series 1, Episode 3Irene invites Vera down for a visit, but long-held insecurities raise their head, when Vera revels in the limelight at a soiree that Irene takes her along to. Worse still, Irene learns that her daughter is moving to Australia, and she may never see her granddaughter again!
The Cockfields
Series 2, Christmas SpecialIt's 27th December and Simon and Esther are on a flying visit to see Ray and Sue. They can only stay for the day as Simon is so busy with work. Sue wishes they'd stay longer. A reunion at the local pub reminds Simon of what he might be missing.
Two Doors Down
Series 5, Episode 2 - Beth's FluBeth takes to her sick bed and Ian and Gordon pop over to give Eric a hand.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 13, Episode 9James Acaster, Dani Dyer, Oti Mabuse and Fred Sirieix join host Rob Brydon and regular captains David Mitchell and Lee Mack on the comedy panel show.
Along For The Ride With David O'Doherty
Episode 4 - Suffolk with Joe WilkinsonJoe Wilkinson joins David on a trip to the Suffolk coast, and engage in a series of bizarre contests along the way, with a little help from an unexpected judge. During their two-day jaunt, David and Joe enjoy the delights of rural life, weaving a course through hazy farmland and sandy lanes, finishing their ride under the setting sun of Southwold beach.
Mrs. Brown's Boys
Christmas 2018, Episode 1 - Exotic MammyIt's the festive season once again in the Brown household, and Father Damian has organised a Christmas decoration contest to support the local football team.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 13, Out-takes - The Unseen BitsHost Rob Brydon and team captains Lee Mack and David Mitchell return for an episode of previously unseen material from the hit comedy panel show.
Bottom
Series 2, Episode 5 - HolyAfter Richie's chopped off his own finger and incinerated the Christmas dinner, a baby is left at the front door. Richie's convinced it's the Second Coming.
Gary: Tank Commander
Series 3, Episode 2 - Good ExerciseGary delights Captain Fanshaw by 'saving his life' on a competitive skills exercise.
Rhod Gilbert's Growing Pains
Series 3, Episode 5Rachel Riley, Ahir Shah and Iain Stirling reflect on their teenage years, revealing which of them smashed a stained glass window and who can play Nirvana on the saxophone.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 18 (Channel 4: Series 19), Episode 2Joe Wilkinson and Kiri Pritchard-McLean join Sean Lock and Jon Richardson for the words-and-numbers game, while the Brett Domino Trio join Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner.
Have I Got News For You
Series 62, Episode 9Labour MP Jess Phillips guest presents this episode: her 5th appearance on the programme, but first time in the host's chair. Joining her on the panel are mathematician and author Hannah Fry and comedian Jon Richardson.
Mock The Week
Series 18, Episode 7Dara O Briain looks back on the latest events in news and politics, with the help of Eshaan Akbar, Angela Barnes, Ed Gamble, Rhys James and Sindhu Vee and regular panellist Hugh Dennis. As usual, stand-up and improvisation are the name of the game as the contestants try to get one up on one another.
Limmy's Other Stuff
A final TV special from Brian Limond.
Mrs. Brown's Boys
Christmas 2013, New Year Special - Who's A Pretty Mammy?Agnes is determined that, despite his parents' wishes, grandson Bono will not be attending the infamous local primary. But she's also got her annual New Year's Eve party on her mind.
The Complaints Department
Episode 1This week, Jason Manford is joined by comedians Jimmy Carr, Russell Kane, Sara Barron, and Baroness Sayeeda Warsi for a series of hilarious games based on the best complaints from the Great British public.
Have I Got News For You
Series 57, Episode 6Jo Brand guest presents the latest episode of the 57th series of Have I Got News For You. Brand is joined by MP Heidi Allen and fellow comedian Phil Wang as panellists alongside team captains Ian Hislop and Paul Merton.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 12 (Channel 4: Series 13), Episode 4Jimmy Carr hosts a new edition of the panel/quiz show mash-up. In this episode, Jon Richardson and Joe Lycett take on Sean Lock and Michelle Wolf, with Adam Riches in Dictionary Corner.
The Russell Howard Hour
Series 5, Episode 13Russell discusses the big Tory Christmas party of 2020, chats to businessman and Dragon Steven Bartlett, and comedian Josh Widdicombe. Music comes from Cat Burns.
Mrs. Brown's Boys
Christmas 2014, Christmas Special - Mammy's Tickled PinkThe arrival of a large box for Cathy has Agnes intrigued...and she's even more intrigued when she realises that she's the only family member who doesn't know what's inside it!
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.
The Graham Norton Show
Series 29, Episode 11 - Keanu Reeves, Olivia Colman, Jack Whitehall, Cynthia Erivo, Rag'n'Bone ManKeanu Reeves reveals why he didn't do Speed 2, Olivia Colman says working with her husband wasn't easy, Cynthia Erivo chats about Strictly, Jack Whitehall jokes about his American accent, and Rag'n'Bone Man performs live in the studio.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 11, Episode 3The guests on this episode are James Acaster, Gabby Logan, Melvin Odoom and Fay Ripley.
Smashie's Christmastastic Playlist
Episode 2A second helping of smashieness as seasoned DJ Mike Smash continues with his playlist of Christmas-friendly tunes plucked from his sonic stocking.
This Country
Series 2, Episode 2 - Threatening LettersKerry starts to receive some threatening letters that cause her to feel unsettled within the village. Thankfully, Kerry's neighbour, 'Big' Mandy Harris, is on hand to help and advise. Kurtan takes a labouring job with Kerry's father, Martin, and learns some invaluable life lessons.
The Graham Norton Show
Comic chat show presented by Graham Norton. The biggest names in showbiz join the host on his sofa.
Not Going Out
Series 3, Christmas Special - Absent Father ChristmasLee's father turns up at the flat unannounced. This is the man who walked out of the family home when Lee was four, never paid his maintenance and ate Lee's goldfish.
Bottom
Series 2, Episode 5 - HolyAfter Richie's chopped off his own finger and incinerated the Christmas dinner, a baby is left at the front door. Richie's convinced it's the Second Coming.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 6, Episode 1Jimmy Carr hosts proceedings as team captains Sean Lock and Jason Manford battle it out to discover who knows what is going on in Britain today. The guests on this first episode of the sixth series are David Walliams, Vic Reeves, Apprentice winner Raef Bjayou and Jodie Kidd.
Citizen Khan
Series 4, Christmas Special - Mr Khan's Christmas WonderlandMr Khan embraces Christmas like never before by launching his own range of traditional halal mince pies.
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 6, Episode 3With Frankie Boyle, Vanessa Feltz, Lee Mack and ex-Hollyoaks star Matt Littler.