Television
TV schedule Thursday 30th December 2021
It's A Wonderful World
Two struggling composers hit on a novel way of producing music - backwards.
Bitz & Bob
Series 2, Episode 12 - Amazing Owl ClubBitz and Purl start the Amazing Owl Club, with a special badge with flapping owl wings that allows members entry to the exclusive clubhouse.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 4, Episode 17 - Bad BoyThere's a new kid on the block and he's up to no good. At first Bitzer is charmed by the newcomer, but when he starts to get him into trouble, Shaun decides something must be done to teach him a lesson.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 42 - The Confidence TrickDanger Mouse's confidence take a hit when The Baron steals it to invigorate his shy daughter and create a criminal mastermind!
Bread
Series 6, Episode 2A double celebration for the Boswells when Aveline brings her baby home in style and Leonora offers Adrian a job as her chauffeur - even though it is Jack she is interested in. Lilo Lill returns to put another spanner in the Boswell works, just as Joey sets his dad up in business.
Minder
Series 9, Episode 10 - Cars And Pints And PainsLong-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 43 - The Spy Who Came In With A ColdGreenback unleashes a new strain of elephant flu upon the world! Will Penfold's immunity to the virus save the day?
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.
Go Jetters
Series 3, Episode 21 - Go Jet Academy: Ghost CrabsGlitch damages the Academy crabs' habitat when he takes all the sand from their beach.
Bread
Series 6, Episode 3To everyone's amazement Shifty has got a job as a bus driver, while Jack and Leonora's relationship is growing ever stronger. Lilo Lill confides in Freddie that she is suffering an incurable illness and hasn't got long to live!
Mr Bean
Series 3, Episode 3 - A Dog's LifeMr. Bean is charged with keeping an eye on Irma's dog Mopsy, but Mopsy is a very wilful pooch! Who is really in charge of who?
Mr Stink
TV adaptation of the kids' book written by David Walliams. It's a story about a tramp... who stinks.
Mr Bean
Series 3, Episode 4 - Big StinkMr Bean crashes his mini into a pool of slurry and is desperate to get himself and his car - and poor Teddy - clean again!
Shaun The Sheep
Series 4, Episode 18 - Remote ControlEveryone is getting ready to watch a football match on TV, when an out-of-control toy plane hits the TV aerial, ruining the picture.
Lagging
Series 1, Episode 4 - Like A BossTEAM SMoRCLe tell Sol he's bossy so he lets Mo take charge - with disastrous results.
Bitz & Bob
Series 2, Episode 13 - Woolly Wonder GirlPolice Chief Bevel has his hands full trying to stop rowdy rascals Zip and Pop on their noise-making spree in Craft City.
Gangsta Granny
Adaptation of David Walliams's children's book about a schoolboy who doesn't realise his grandma was once an international jewel thief.
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?
Carry On Loving
Chaos ensues when the Carry On gang run a marriage bureau. The proprietors, Sid Bliss and Sophie Plummer, seem to only match the most unlikely couples.
Sooty
Series 1, Episode 5 - The FarmRichard is making donuts to sell in the park but he has run out of eggs. Perhaps the local farmer and his chickens can help? Sooty and the gang take a trip in the campervan to find out - but leave Richard in a rather messy situation!
Class Dismissed
Series 4, Episode 4 - Food PoisoningIt's Carol's birthday, but the treat she brings in gives the entire school food poisoning and the side effects aren't pleasant!
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
A selection of episodes from the first and second series of the animated sitcom starring Johnny Vegas.
Danger Mouse
A selection of episodes from the first and second series of the animated remake of the hit cartoon.
Minder
Series 9, Episode 11 - The Great TrilbyLong-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.
Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the third series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
Timmy Time
Series 1, Episode 5 - Timmy Can't DanceTimmy and his class explore dance, from hula to line dancing, but Timmy cannot get into the groove.
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?
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
A selection of episodes from the second series of the Beano creation.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 2, Episode 9 - Waffle And The Tooth FairyDoug's tooth has fallen out, so Jess and Simon tell Waffle about the Tooth Fairy. Waffle longs to meet the Tooth Fairy and his dream comes true.
4 O'Clock Club
Series 9, Episode 10 - ElvisCoco's school uniform gets ruined so she borrows Henry's spare outfit - an Elvis costume!
Hank Zipzer
Series 1, Episode 8 - The Mortadella DisasterHank accidentally ends up throwing his school report into the deli mincer.
Danny & Mick
Series 2, Episode 4 - Fitness SlackerJoy decides to keep tabs on the staff with a new fitness tracker and there is a prize for the employee who does the most steps - or the one who can cheat their way to the top.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 1, Episode 19 - Who's The Mummy?Shaun finds himself out of his depth when newly hatched chicks believe he's their mummy.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 26 - The Whole ToothWhen Gnasher gnashes Walter's portrait, he gets revenge with a titanium sausage that leaves Gnasher toothless and miserable. Dennis and the gang decide to stage a heist to 'borrow' some diamonds until Gnasher's teeth grow back!
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 27 - Freewheelin'It's the famous Beanotown Freewheeler Derby! During practice, the gang realise Walter's go-cart is especially speedy. Worried that Walter will beat his record, Dennis creates a lighter, faster cart but loses control and injures himself. It is up to Rubi's wheelchair know how and Dennis' carting skills to win the race.
Kind Hearts And Coronets
Black Ealing comedy with eight classic characterisations by Alec Guinness as the noble victims of vengeance-seeking relative Dennis Price.
GiggleQuiz
Series 2, Christmas Special - A Giggle QuizmasChristmas quiz packed with funny festive clips, Gigglepresents and a Christmas singalong.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 23 - Frankensquawk's MonsterWhen Professor Squawkencluck's mum comes to visit a gigantic enraged rubbish monster is not far behind.
Go Jetters
Series 3, Episode 25 - Chinese New Year, Dragon Dance DramaKyan is invited to perform a dragon dance for Chinese New Year in Beijing. Glitch decides to build a fire-breathing dragon robot for the parade, and the Go Jetters need to stop it!
QI
Series H, Episode 15 - Hypnotism, Hallucinations And HysteriaWith Robert Webb, Ronni Ancona and Phill Jupitus.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 9, Christmas Special - Big Day At Dream AcreOther than the fact that Nora Batty is to be the VIP waitress and that Seymour is looking after the public address system, Gary and Vi's annual garden fete is of no great interest to Compo and Clegg. That is, until they happen upon a tramp with a special interest in donkeys, and one in particular...
Nova Jones
Series 1, Episode 8 - Nova's Time OffNova loses her voice but McLaren ensures that time off isn't more time for gadgets and introduces her 'Blueprint Of Restriction Impacting Non-essential Gadgets'. It's B.O.R.I.N.G.
The Secret Lives Of Dad's Army
Documentary about the stars of Dad's Army.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 13, Episode 7Tom Allen, Geoff Norcott, Vicki Pepperdine and Esme Young join host Rob Brydon and regular captains David Mitchell and Lee Mack.
Nova Jones
Comedy-adventure series about an 18-year-old popstar and her 12-year-old sister and manager.
Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Fishing
Gone Christmas Fishing 2021, Christmas SpecialPaul takes Bob on a steam train to the north of England to search for a prized English salmon, fishing in the rivers Eden and Tyne in search of their elusive quarry. They are joined on the riverbank by former footballer Paul Gascoigne, who has also always dreamt of catching a salmon, while Dr Anand Patel has a chat with Bob about how to look out for the more vulnerable at Christmastime.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
A selection of episodes from the first and second series of the animated sitcom starring Johnny Vegas.
My Family
Series 2, Episode 8 - Age Of RomanceNick gets an older girlfriend called Amanda who is not only married but old enough to be his mother!
Would I Lie To You?
Series 13, Episode 8Jo Brand, Simon Day, Kiri Pritchard-McLean and Henning Wehn join host Rob Brydon and regular captains David Mitchell and Lee Mack.
The Wrong Trousers
Oscar-winning claymation from Nick Park. It is Gromit's birthday, and Wallace gives him a pair of mechanical techno trousers that cause a stir.
Jonathan Creek
Series 4, Episode 3 - The Tailor's DummyAfter a scathing newspaper article drives a legendary fashion designer to suicide, a man who can change his face in a split second attacks the author.
Sandylands
A repeat-run of the entire second series.
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.
Rob And Romesh Vs
Series 2, Episode 2 - NBA BasketballThis week Rob and Romesh are on a mission to learn all about one of America's favourite sports - basketball.
Billy Connolly: Made In Scotland
Episode 2This final installment of two one hour specials, finds Billy back in the Scotland of his childhood, where he reveals that knitted woolly swimming trunks were not a figment of his imagination.
One Night In...
Episode 3 - London ZooDesiree Burch and Guz Khan join Alex Brooker and Josh Widdicombe at the famous animal attraction. During a magical and high-spirited night, they hang out with the giraffes, feed the camels and endure the company of spiders, as they freewheel around the zoo in a golf cart and stay overnight in the zoo's lodges. As the night progresses, the friends get a glimpse into what the animals get up to after dark, and even find themselves inadvertently spying on some amorous lions, as they make the most of this once-in-a-lifetime chance to enjoy the zoo without any other members of the public present.
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.
The Russell Howard Hour
Series 5, Episode 3This week Russell addresses Nicki Minaj's covid vaccine claims, talks to comedian and TV personality Paul Sinha, and chats to singer-songwriter Tom Grennan, who also performs.
Only An Excuse?
New Year Special - 2020Jonathan Watson leads a mix of classic sketches, popular characters, famous faces and up-to-date skits tackling 2020 from a footballing perspective. Featuring nostalgic recollections from guest stars, plus fresh material covering Scottish football and the world in general.
An Audience With...
Episode 12 - Bob MonkhouseBob Monkhouse answers questions from a studio audience that includes Stephen Fry, Mandy Smith, Bill Treacher, comedians Little and Large, and Sir John Mills.
The Russell Howard Hour
Series 5, Highlights Special - Selection BoxA special festive edition of the topical comedy and entertainment show in which the host picks through the biggest UK and international stories.
I Literally Just Told You
Series 1, Episode 3 - Celebrity I Literally Just Told YouJimmy Carr presents a celebrity version of the game show in which contestants are given every answer with the questions written, literally, as the show is happening. The players are Aisling Bea, Asim Chaudhry, Alex Horne and Lorraine Kelly.
Les Dawson: The Lost Tapes
Documentary showing previously unseen family footage and clips featuring Les Dawson.
Being Bridget Jones
Documentary about Helen Fielding's comic literary creation, Bridget Jones.
Only Fools And Horses
A selection of episodes from the sixth and seventh series of the David Jason sitcom.
Selling Scotland
Jack Docherty looks back at Scotland's most memorable adverts.
Red Dwarf
Series VI, Episode 5 - RimmerworldWhen the Dwarfers discover the crashed Simulant ship that they destroyed, they decide to go on board and recover some of their food supplies.
Jon & Lucy's Party Of The Year
Jon Richardson, Lucy Beaumont and guests look back over the year.
The Larkins
Christmas Special - The Larkins At ChristmasIn this festive special, the Larkins are gearing up for Christmas, and in the village all talk is of the pantomime and an ongoing spate of burglaries. While PC Harness applies his limited gifts to finding the culprit, Mariette and Charley take their love to the next level, and Pop and Ma are overjoyed to have the pair back for Christmas...
Lee Evans: Roadrunner
TV broadcast of Lee Evans's 2011 stand-up show and release, Roadrunner.
Red Dwarf
Series VI, Episode 6 - Out Of TimeWhen Red Dwarf receives a signal from another ship, they discover that it's their future selves.
Eddie Izzard: Force Majeure
TV broadcast of highlights from Eddie Izzard's 2013 DVD release, Force Majeure.
The Inbetweeners
Series 3, Episode 3 - Will's DilemmaSimon and his new girlfriend Tara go on a double date with Will and her friend Kerry.
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.
Guessable?
Series 2, Episode 2Joel Dommett, Clare Balding, Richard Madeley and Kemah Bob play the games.
Not Going Out
New Year Special - ResolutionsWhen parlour games are suspended in favour of a no-holds-barred round of New Year's Resolutions, the fireworks might be in the house...
The Inbetweeners
Series 3, Episode 4 - The Trip To WarwickSimon and his new girlfriend Tara are going to visit her sister at university.
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.
Alan Partridge: Alpha Papa
Alan Partridge makes a long-awaited transfer to the silver screen.
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store
Series 5, Episode 3 - Tom Allen At The Comedy StoreTom Allen is at the prestigious Comedy Store in London hosting a night of riotous comedy with the hilarious Tez Ilyas, the brilliant Kiri Pritchard-McLean and the fabulous Tom Lucy.
Channel Hopping With Jon Richardson
Series 2, Episode 2The comedian gives his take on the world's wildest TV, with guest Nish Kumar and regular panellist Judi Love. Featuring Ghost Adventures, The Simpsons and infomercials.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Christmas SpecialJimmy Carr hosts an edition packed with festive surprises. Countdown regulars Susie Dent and Rachel Riley are on hand to help maintain order as Jon Richardson and Sarah Millican take on Lee Mack and Jason Manford. They are joined by guests Nick Mohammed and Joe Wilkinson.
Smashie's Christmastastic Playlist
Episode 1Quite literally a festive treat as Mike Smash returns to our screens with a playlist of Christmas-friendly tunes from his sonic stocking. Fantabulous!
Joe Lycett: That's The Way, A-Ha A-Ha, Joe Lycett Live
Stand-up comedy from Joe Lycett in this TV version of his 2016 live show and DVD.
One Night In...
Episode 3 - London ZooDesiree Burch and Guz Khan join Alex Brooker and Josh Widdicombe at the famous animal attraction. During a magical and high-spirited night, they hang out with the giraffes, feed the camels and endure the company of spiders, as they freewheel around the zoo in a golf cart and stay overnight in the zoo's lodges. As the night progresses, the friends get a glimpse into what the animals get up to after dark, and even find themselves inadvertently spying on some amorous lions, as they make the most of this once-in-a-lifetime chance to enjoy the zoo without any other members of the public present.
Minder
Series 9, Episode 10 - Cars And Pints And PainsLong-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.
Kevin Bridges: A Whole Different Story
Scottish stand-up Kevin Bridges performs in this TV edit of his 2015 show.
The Funny Thing About...
Episode 4 - ChristmasJohnny Vegas illuminates the minefield of Christmas rituals and traditions. Is it a fortnight of goodwill and festive cheer or just two days and a roast? Familiar faces offering their Christmas confessions include Anthea Turner, Vanessa Feltz, Carl Fogarty, Nina Wadia and Matt Richardson.