Television
TV schedule Thursday 18th August 2022
Are You Being Served?
Series 10, Episode 5 - The Night ClubWhen Mr. Grace gives the staff permission to use the shop floor for a business after hours, they decide to establish a classy night club. Before they can open, they opt to film an advert to be shown in the local cinema.
Taskmaster
Series 6, Episode 1 - The Old Soft Curved PadlockSo, Taskmaster Greg Davies is back with his assistant Alex Horne to challenge five brave comics to take on his tricky tasks. First: wheelbarrow stunts, lemon towers and a big wardrobe in a field.
Dad's Army
Series 5, Episode 4 - Getting The BirdJones is running low on meat, but Walker claims that he can get some for him. But surely a massive drop in Trafalgar Square's pigeon population cannot go unnoticed? Meanwhile, Sergeat Wilson has gone AWOL.
Dad's Army
Series 5, Episode 5 - The Desperate Drive Of Corporal JonesWhen the platoon go on an exercise, Jones and Godfrey make a mistake with the map reference and send half of the men to the wrong spot. The spot that Mainwaring goes to just happens to be the target for some 25-pounders.
Room 101
Series 2, Episode 8 - Craig Revel Horwood, Sheila Hancock, Jon RichardsonStrictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood, actress Sheila Hancock and comedian Jon Richardson wish to banish people who tell jokes all the time, ladies' toilets and friends who get into relationships.
Miranda
Series 3, Episode 1 - It Was PanningPenny is threatening to cancel Miranda's Christmas if she doesn't sort her life out...
Would I Lie To You?
Series 7, Highlights Special - The Unseen BitsRob Brydon, Lee Mack and David Mitchell return for an episode of previously unseen material from the comedy panel show.
Miranda
Series 2, Episode 6 - The Perfect ChristmasMiranda tries to have the perfect Christmas in the final episode of the comedy series but, with a mum and dad like hers, it's not easy.
Code 404
Series 3, Episode 5Finally, Chalmers, the former Police Commissioner who has plagued Major since the day he was reanimated, faces trial. While Major's busy testifying, Carver's running out of time to decipher the latest clue and save the killer's next target.
A League Of Their Own
Series 17, Episode 1Joining the boys this week are West Ham and England midfielder Declan Rice, comedians Josh Widdicombe and Jo Brand and BBC Radio 1's Jordan North. Together, they'll put Declan's first touch to the ultimate test, walk on flaming hot coals and even perform a hip hop classic with Rice as frontman.
QI
Series O, Episode 11 - Objects And OrnamentsSandi Toksvig looks at some Objects And Ornaments. Along the way, you'll discover where you can find an actual UFO, and meet the world's best-dressed crab. With Sarah Millican, Alice Levine and Cariad Lloyd.
The Royle Family
Series 2, Episode 3Antony's got a new girlfriend from a comparitively posh part of town, and she's even got her own car. Meanwhile, Jim's in a mood at the thought of a week with Nana as she convalesces from a cataract operation.
Code 404
Series 3, Episode 6Time is running out as suspicions run wild within SIU. Now Carver must clear Major's name and put a stop to the killer before they enact their final revenge. But who can Carver trust? And who will outwit who in the final chapter of this deadly game?
The Royle Family
Series 2, Episode 4Nana's asleep on the sofa, and - surprise, surprise - Jim's in a foul mood again. Antony's love life could already be on the rocks, and next door, Cheryl's joined Weight Watchers.
Edinburgh Unlocked
Series 2, Episode 2Jamie MacDonald searches out another impressive show at the Fringe, and finds out it's something he has always wanted to give a go, with varied results. Eunice Olumide takes time away from being a debut comedian to meet other performers with interesting day jobs.
The Tuckers
Series 1, Episode 5Murphy falls ill and has to stay in Glyn's bed. On doctor's orders. A war between the two men ensues.
Mock The Week
Series 19, Episode 3As Britain heads back into lockdown, Maisie Adam, Ed Byrne, Ed Gamble, Sukh Ojla and Mark Simmons join Dara and Hugh to look at what is going on.
People Just Do Nothing
Series 4, Episode 1 - SlippingGrindah and Steves's non stop bender starts to grate on the rest of Kurupt FM. Meanwhile Miche is thriving.
People Just Do Nothing
Series 4, Episode 2 - RivalriesRivalries boil following Grindah's departure, and a reluctant Beats is left to deal with the escalating beef with Kold FM.
Live At The Apollo
Series 5, Episode 6 - Alistair McGowan, Reginald D Hunter and Kevin BridgesStand-up comedy from the world-famous Hammersmith Apollo. The nation's favourite impressionist, Alistair McGowan, introduces guest appearances from young Scottish comedy prodigy Kevin Bridges and acclaimed comic Reginald D Hunter.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 3, Episode 7Joining David this week are Olympic cyclist Sir Chris Hoy and impressionist Ronni Ancona. Teaming up with Lee are comedian and author Danny Wallace and sports presenter Gabby Logan.
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.
Would I Lie To You?
Series 3, Episode 8Talking 'porkies' this week are fashionista Trinny Woodall, Psychoville star Reece Shearsmith, West End star Michael Ball and acerbic critic and TV presenter Charlie Brooker.
Miranda
Series 3, Episode 1 - It Was PanningPenny is threatening to cancel Miranda's Christmas if she doesn't sort her life out...
Never Mind The Buzzcocks
Series 29, Episode 7You're twisting my melon, man! Greg, Daisy, Noel and Jamali have their hands full this week as former Happy Mondays members Shaun Ryder and Bez join the musical fun, along with comedian Desiree Burch.
Mock The Week
Series 19, Episode 4With Angela Barnes, Milton Jones, Thanyia Moore, Tom Allen and Ed Byrne.