Television
TV schedule Thursday 18th August 2022
One Foot In The Grave
Series 5, Episode 3 - Rearranging The DustVictor and Margaret visit a solicitor to sort out some legal matters. But a long, non-eventful wait then brings more misery.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 1, Episode 6Hyacinth quite enjoys a family christening - except when it's Daisy's family!
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 21 - From Duck To DawnThis episode sees the return of the villainous vegetarian vampire Count Duckula, who is determined to take over the world with a chorus-line of formidable dancing vegetables...
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
A selection of episodes from the second series from the animated comedy starring Johnny Vegas.
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 22 - Happy Boom Day!Danger Mouse's plan to hold a surprise party for Professor Squawkencluck is undone when the Baron releases killer birthday presents into the world.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 45 - Finding ScruffbuttIt's Pieface's turn to look after class hamster, Space Captain Harrison McScruff-Butt. His own self doubt and Walter's resolve to sabotage him lead to a rescue mission to free Scruff-Butt from Walter's mansion.
Go Jetters
Series 3, Episode 13 - Monkey Bay, ThailandGlitch's plans to open a hotel on an unspoilt beach in Thailand go horribly wrong when a group of macaque monkeys steal his Grim-o-freeze gun. It doesn't take long for the trouble to spread across Monkey Bay, so the Go Jetters leap into action to help save the beach, its tourists and Glitch himself.
I Didn't Know You Cared
Series 3, Episode 1 - Men At WorkLes and Carter Brandon are well and truly unemployed: some ten months and counting. Annie and Pat, however, are enjoying the fruits of gainful employment. Mort, meanwhile, is diagnosed with a terminal illness.
Monarch Of The Glen
Series 2, Episode 2Comedy drama set in the Scottish Highlands, based on the comic novels of Compton Mackenzie.
That's My Boy
Series 2, Episode 2 - Wakey WakeyIda has absolutely no idea what she has let herself in for when she agrees to take part in a sponsored 'wake' for distressed gentle-women.
2point4 Children
Series 3, Episode 2 - When The Children Are AsleepWhen Bill sees a couple of people acting strangely in the street, she soon has them pegged as burglars. With Mr and Mrs Grimes from next door away on holiday and police on the doorstep, a peculiar night of alarms, silent phone calls and broken glass begins.
That's My Boy
Series 2, Episode 3 - A Holiday RomanceIda's flight to Jersey turns out be more eventful than expected when she makes a new acquaintance - an exciting fortnight ahead beckons!
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.
Open All Hours
Series 2, Episode 1 - Laundry BluesNurse Gladys Emmanuel tells Arkwright that he must buy a new washing machine, he is forced to come up with an ingenious plan to keep her happy and his savings undisturbed.
Twirlywoos
Series 4, Episode 14 - More About Taller And TallerStop-motion preschool programme about the adventures of four inquisitive Twirlywoos.
Horrible Histories
Series 4, Episode 9King Edward III gets married on a building site, Julius Caesar reveals his not very secret tips on hiding baldness, we learn the tricks of the criminal trade on the Real Victorian Hustle, and we meet Renaissance Italy's most corrupt family - the Borgias.
Guessable?
Series 2, Episode 12Sara Pascoe and the team captains are joined by Catherine Bohart, Kae Kurd, Rhys James and Denise Van Outen.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 25, Episode 7 - Barry Becomes A Psychopathic Killer But Only Part TimeSmiler finds himself being pursued by a woman who believes he's rich.
Minder
Series 4, Episode 8 - Willesden SuiteTerry's job as security for the local Rotary Club offers Arthur a chance to gain some much-needed respectability when he is invited to speak at a function.
Sooty
Series 1, Episode 12 - The Magic ShowA broken wand forces Sooty to halt his magic show. With Sweep stuck in the sawing-in-half box and Richard transformed into a chicken, Sooty must put things right if he's going to impress Paul Daniels and Debbie McGee.
Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the second series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 25, Episode 8 - Things To Do When Your Wife Runs Off With A Turkish WaiterThe man Barry and Glenda once exchanged addresses with turns up.
Monster Court
Episode 9 - The Case of the Farting DadChief scientist Hacker T Dog is an expert witness in The Case of the Farting Dad.
Lagging
Series 1, Episode 4 - Like A BossTEAM SMoRCLe tell Sol he's bossy so he lets Mo take charge - with disastrous results.
Desmond's
Series 5, Episode 12 - A Matter Of Life And DeathLee's health hangs in the balance after a routine health check.
Sketchy Comedy
Episode 9A cucumber, golf ball, phone and pan of sprouts are among the items getting the Sketchy treatment.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 1, Episode 4 - Timmy In A TizzyTimmy the little lamb is distraught when the farmer take's his favourite toy, can Shaun and pals get it back?
2point4 Children
Series 3, Episode 2 - When The Children Are AsleepWhen Bill sees a couple of people acting strangely in the street, she soon has them pegged as burglars. With Mr and Mrs Grimes from next door away on holiday and police on the doorstep, a peculiar night of alarms, silent phone calls and broken glass begins.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 4, Episode 9 - Waffle's Dog FamilyWaffle feels left out of the Brooklyn-Bells' fun, so he sets off to find his doggy family.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 1, Episode 6Hyacinth quite enjoys a family christening - except when it's Daisy's family!
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 1 - The Eiffel Tower, FranceIn France, Grandmaster Glitch breaks the Eiffel Tower when he uses it as a TV aerial. Can the Go Jetters fix it?
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 37 - Danger Is ForeverDanger Mouse takes on Greenback - but as a geriatric (or elderly) mouse, after the Baron speeds up the rotation of Earth, making everyone and thing 1,000 years older! Can DM pull out all the stops and restore the world?
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 38 - Very Important PenfoldPenfold becomes a fully-fledged celebrity after an act of heroism saving Scarlett Johamster on Help I'm A Hamster in the Jungle puts him in the spotlight, although DM suspects that all is not what it seems.
I Didn't Know You Cared
Series 3, Episode 1 - Men At WorkLes and Carter Brandon are well and truly unemployed: some ten months and counting. Annie and Pat, however, are enjoying the fruits of gainful employment. Mort, meanwhile, is diagnosed with a terminal illness.
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 33 - Where Did You Get That Cat?Mr Bean chases Scrapper around Mrs Wicket's flat but her sideboard tumbles over, he is horrified to think he has squashed poor Scrapper.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 37 - Grizzly's Great OutdoorsA snake bite causes Grizzly Griller to forget all his survival know-how, so it's down to his greatest fan Dennis to help him re-learn his survival skills so they can all make it safely back to Beanotown.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 38 - Bertie's BackboneDennis and the gang train Bertie in the art of standing up to people so he can rebel against Walter's bossiness - but they train him too well and he becomes a dangerous rebel without a clue!
4 O'Clock Club
Series 7, Episode 7 - TattooPolly can't wash off a fake tattoo. Can she get through the day without Bell discovering? Plus Ingrid gives a remarkable performance in a battle of the bands competition.
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.
Monarch Of The Glen
Series 2, Episode 2Comedy drama set in the Scottish Highlands, based on the comic novels of Compton Mackenzie.
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 22 - Go Jet Academy: Biogas PowerGlitch is excited when Lars refits the Grimbler with new, clean biogas boosters that could make it even faster than the Vroomster!
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 25, Episode 7 - Barry Becomes A Psychopathic Killer But Only Part TimeSmiler finds himself being pursued by a woman who believes he's rich.
Timmy Time
Series 3, Episode 18 - Timmy Shapes UpTimmy and Kid are obsessed with triangles. Nothing else will do - everything must be three-sided.
Shaun The Sheep
Series 2, Episode 17 - Party AnimalsThe farmer throws a fancy-dress house party for his birthday. When Bitzer loses all the invitations, however, Shaun saves the day again. Disguised in their own ingenious costumes, the sheep stand in as the guests and have a good old knees-up. But can they fool the farmer into believing he is surrounded by his friends?
Shaun The Sheep
Series 2, Episode 18 - Cat Got Your Brain?Two bungling alien scientists transport Pidsley the cat and Shaun aboard their flying saucer.
Guessable?
Series 2, Episode 11Sara Pascoe, alongside team captains Alan Davies and Darren Harriott, welcome Rick Edwards, Big Zuu, Joanne McNally, and Aaron Simmonds into the loft.
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 37 - Rodent RecallDanger Mouse and Penfold are in a training simulation when one of DM's flying kicks damages the holodeck with catastrophic consequences.
Danger Mouse
Series 2, Special - A Fear To RememberDanger Mouse faces the Queen of Weevils in a fearful Halloween special.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 25, Episode 8 - Things To Do When Your Wife Runs Off With A Turkish WaiterThe man Barry and Glenda once exchanged addresses with turns up.
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 47 - Be More DogDennis can't get Grizzly's new animal training method to work on wilful Gnasher. However, when they realise that Gnasher can use the method to get humans to obey him instead, they exploit this new power to the max.
That's My Boy
Series 2, Episode 4 - A Brush With The LawIt is written in the stars that Ida is going to have a bad day but she has no idea how bad until she tries to change Angie's blouse and buy her a floaty scarf at the local shop!
Desmond's
Series 5, Episode 12 - A Matter Of Life And DeathLee's health hangs in the balance after a routine health check.
Open All Hours
Series 2, Episode 1 - Laundry BluesNurse Gladys Emmanuel tells Arkwright that he must buy a new washing machine, he is forced to come up with an ingenious plan to keep her happy and his savings undisturbed.
Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 23 - Go Jet Academy: Hurricane RescueGrim HQ struggles through the sky above the Atlantic Ocean, fighting against the powerful winds of a hurricane.
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.
Gigglebiz
Series 5, Episode 4 - Dina Lady's Chocolate CakeWill Singalot sings as Robin Hood chases a runaway goat, and there's a surprise in store for Mr Macdonald when Dina Lady and Tommy arrive with a chocolate cake.
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
A selection of episodes from the second series from the animated comedy starring Johnny Vegas.
Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 3, Episode 9 - PE WaffleEvie forgets her reading book, so Waffle takes it to her PE class at school.
Birds Of A Feather
Series 7, Episode 2 - Nearest And DearestWith Chris and Darryl due for release Sharon's patience with Dorien is running out. Dorien offers to take her out for the day leading to Sharon pretending her friend has died to get out of it. A stag night out causes Tracey to worry about Garth turning to crime.
Keeping Up Appearances
Series 1, Episode 6Hyacinth quite enjoys a family christening - except when it's Daisy's family!
One Foot In The Grave
Series 5, Episode 3 - Rearranging The DustVictor and Margaret visit a solicitor to sort out some legal matters. But a long, non-eventful wait then brings more misery.
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.
Two Way Stretch
Prisoner Dodger Lane plans a heist that will involve slipping out of incarceration to steal some diamonds.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 14, Episode 3 - The Phantom Of The GraveyardThe three geriatric delinquents decide to pay their respects to "Old Sylvester" with a few formal drinks but first they must buy a new funeral suit for Compo.
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.
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 14, Episode 4 - The Self-Propelled Salad StrainerWhen Nora Batty leaves home to visit a person unknown, Compo decides that the time has come for him to say it with flowers.
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.
Jonathan Creek
Episode 1 - Daemons' RoostJonathan Creek tries to uncover what happened to a young woman's family in her eerie childhood home, Daemons' Roost.
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.
Michael McIntyre's Big Show
Series 4, Episode 7Alan Carr bravely hands his phone over to Michael as he sends a text to his contacts. There's live music from Irish rockers Snow Patrol, stand-up from Kerry Godliman and Michael makes another dream come true when Rachel from Bolton thinks she's going to the Museum Of Humanity.
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?
Jimmy Carr: Stand Up
Jimmy Carr's second live DVD, recorded in 2005 at London's Bloomsbury Theatre, presented for TV audiences.
The Football's On
Football chat show hosted by Ian Stone, with a series of comic guests.
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.
Comedy Legends
Series 2, Episode 11 - Billy ConnollyComedy Legends examines the career of The Big Yin - the one and only Billy Connolly.
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.
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.
Brassic
Series 3, Episode 6Erin's brother Ronnie returns to Hawley claiming he has turned over a new leaf. Erin reluctantly convinces farmer Jim to let him stay in his spare room, but it's not long before Ronnie and his con mate Keithy cause total havoc.
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.
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 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.
The Ricky Gervais Show
Series 1, Episode 1Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant and Karl Pilkington cover a range of pointless topics, including inventions, a cursed tankard and monkeys in space exploration.
Peep Show
Series 9, Episode 3 - ThreeismJeremy's love life takes a surprising turn, as Mark is dealing with his own matters of the heart.
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.
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.
Peep Show
Series 9, Episode 4 - Mole-MappingMark's determination to get the woman of his dreams isn't hindered by the fact that she has a husband. Jeremy on the other hand is getting a tough dose of reality from a client.
The Ricky Gervais Show
Series 1, Episode 2Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant and Karl Pilkington cover a range of pointless topics, including Cambodian midget fighters, sex, and gym locker roooms.
Room 101
Series 3, Episode 2 - Michael Ball, Caroline Quentin, Henning WehnSinger Michael Ball, actress Caroline Quentin, and German comedy ambassador to the United Kingdom Henning Wehn try to dump fundraising, clairvoyants and junk mail into the Orwellian chamber.
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.
Desmond's
Series 5, Episode 12 - A Matter Of Life And DeathLee's health hangs in the balance after a routine health check.
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 22 (Channel 4: Series 23), Episode 3Jimmy Carr hosts with Countdown regulars Rachel Riley and Susie Dent. Jon Richardson and Jo Brand take on Joe Wilkinson and Jamali Maddix. Rachel Parris is in Dictionary Corner.
Rhod Gilbert's Growing Pains
Series 1, Episode 4David Baddiel, Nicola Coughlan and Darren Harriott revisit their teenage years, with the host judging which of them had the most embarrassing adolescence.