Comedy Catch-Up
Repeating a selection of this week's comedy programmes
Comedy Catch-Up - 15 Minute Musical: Brothers in Arms
A medieval rock musical - with Tony de Blair and Gordon de Brown heading to Downing Street. Stars Alex Lowe. From October 2004.
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Comedy Catch-Up - 20th Century Vampire
The lives of trainee vampire Eloise, boyfriend Wayne and her Transylvanian tutor. Stars Louise Lombard. From October 1993.
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Comedy Catch-Up - 29/08/2010
The poet laureate of alternative comedy, John Hegley entertains an audience with his book of verse. From November 1996.
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Comedy Catch-Up - A Look Back at the Nineties: 1996
A satirical look back at a year that hadn't yet happened. With Kate Robbins, Brian Perkins and Hugh Dennis. From July 1993.
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Comedy Catch-Up - A Series of Psychotic Episodes
From Postman Pat to a depressed hamster - the surreal world of Miriam Elia. With Dan Tetsall. From November 2008.
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Comedy Catch-Up - A Wet Handle
Ivor Cutler and friends with poems and songs, including 'I Am A Yellow Fly' and the tale of a greasy button. From June 1997.
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Comedy Catch-Up - A Wet Handle
Ivor Cutler and friends with poems and songs, including the tale of a yellow fly and shoplifting with a twist. From June 1997.
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Comedy Catch-Up - A Whole New Ball Game - And Pigs Can Fry
The team's new strip causes controversy. Will they be ready for the first match of the season? Stars Brenda Blethyn.
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Comedy Catch-Up - A Whole New Ball Game - Goodbye Gregory
A football crazy priest comforts the bereaved family of a stalwart parishioner. Stars Desmond Barritt. From April 1992.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Absolute Power
Spin doctors Prentiss and McCabe are skint. Mark Tavener's political comedy with Stephen Fry and John Bird. From January 2000.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Acropolis Now: Games
Philosophy takes a back seat when ex-Olympic champions demand a free restaurant meal. Stars Stephen Moore. From December 2000.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Acropolis Now - Signs
Uncle Liquidities demands that Plato quits philosophy to enter the funerary urn business. With Stephen Moore. From March 2002.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Alison and Maud: Fishing for Compliments
Is there something fishy about Bernard, besides his VAT returns? Guest house sitcom with Denise Coffey and Miriam Margolyes.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Alison and Maud: Lame Ducks
Landlady Alison tries to avoid a courtship display without a hastily invented husband. Stars Denise Coffey and Miriam Margolyes.
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Comedy Catch-Up - All the Way from Memphis
James Walton's pop music history quiz with Tracey Macleod, Andrew Collins, Anthony Wilson and Richard Curtis. From January 2005.
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Comedy Catch-Up - All the Way from Memphis
James Walton's pop music history quiz with Andrew Collins, Tracey MacLeod, Dave Gorman and Mary Anne Hobbs. From May 2006.
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Comedy Catch-Up - All the World's a Globe
The National Theatre of Brent tells the chaotic story of life on Earth. Stars Patrick Barlow and Jim Broadbent. From May 1990.
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Comedy Catch-Up - All the World's a Globe
The emaciation of women in the National Theatre of Brent's definitive history of Earth. Stars Patrick Barlow. From June 1990.
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Comedy Catch-Up - All the Young Dudes: Homeward Bound
Moving back where he grew up, Patrick meets school mate Billy. Jim Sweeney's comedy-drama with Steve Steen. From July 2001.
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Comedy Catch-Up - All the Young Dudes: People's Parties
Billy's not keen on entertaining at his place, until someone suggests a game of cards. Starring Jim Sweeney. From August 2001.
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Comedy Catch-Up - An Actor's Life for Me: A Stiff Audition
Robert has a disastrous audition, but still ends up getting the part - of a corpse. Stars John Gordon-Sinclair and Caroline Quentin.
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Comedy Catch-Up - An Actor's Life for Me: Neighbours
Robert discovers that not everybody needs good neighbours. Stars John Gordon Sinclair and Gina McKee. From February 1993.
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Comedy Catch-Up - An Actor's Life for Me - Read All About It
After his disastrous children's TV appearance, Robert battles to avoid the press. Stars John Gordon Sinclair. From March 1990.
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Comedy Catch-Up - An Actor's Life for Me: The Scottish Play
Observing the theatrical superstition, Robert Wilson multi-tasks in 'Macbeth'. Stars John Gordon Sinclair. From February 1990.
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Comedy Catch-Up - And Now in Colour - Intercity
The team takes the audience on a day trip and asks 'Whose Pencil Line is it Anyway?'. With Tim Firth. From March 1990.
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Comedy Catch-Up - And Now in Colour - Stately Home
The team take the audience on a posh day out. Starring Tim de Jongh, William Vandyck and Tim Firth. From January 1991.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Another Case of Milton Jones - The World's Greatest Architect
The surreal comedian tackles an expert role each week - with no ability whatsoever. With Tom Goodman-Hill. From September 2005.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Another Case of Milton Jones: The World's Greatest Living Musician
The surreal comedian tackles an expert role each week - with no ability whatsoever. With Debbie Chazen. From September 2005.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Another Case of Milton Jones: World's Greatest Formula 1 Racing Driver
The surreal comedian tackles an expert role each week - with no ability whatsoever. With Tom Goodman-Hill. From October 2005.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Any Bloke: Dream Catcher
Phil's told off for not wearing his empathy womb at the antenatal class. Stars Jim Sweeney and Caroline Quentin.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Any Bloke: Males on Wheels
How will Phil overcome his jealousy while partner Sarah is in Paris? Stars Jim Sweeney and Caroline Quentin. From October 1993.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Any Bloke - Roots
Stay at home dad Phil promises to take Sophie to a local playgroup. Stars Jim Sweeney and Caroline Quentin. From October 1993.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Anything Legal
With business struggling, Charles and George turn to nanny. Stars Donald Hewlett and Michael Knowles. From January 1985.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Anything Legal
Two laid-off city gents keep their secret. Wally K Daly's series stars Donald Hewlett and Michael Knowles. From November 1984.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Armando Iannucci's Facts and Fancies - A Life at the Opera
Tackling operas and some thoughts on ears, the producer, writer and performer presents his own collection of humorous essays.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Armando Iannucci's Facts and Fancies: Monster Eyed Bugs
From diseases to identity cards, the producer, writer and performer presents his own collection of humorous essays.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Armstrong and Miller
Battles recreated - and National Trousers Day. Sketches and songs with Alexander Armstrong and Ben Miller. From March 1998.
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Comedy Catch-Up - At Home with the Hardys: Many Happy Returns
The 'Unnatural Acts' crew get a new title - and a new arrival. Stars Kit Hollerbach and Jeremy Hardy. From May 1990.
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Comedy Catch-Up - At Home with the Hardys: Vorsprung Durch Picnik
Lemon fresh? Adverts make the heart grow fonder for the four friends. Stars Jeremy Hardy and Kit Hollerbach. From May 1990.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Atomic Tales - Their Gaze Was Green
Classic American 1950s sci-fi. Our heroes are faced with Venusian terrorists.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Ayres on the Air: Human Deterioration
Pam Ayres presents her own poetry and sketches. With Felicity Montagu and Geoffrey Whitehead. From May 2004.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Ayres on the Air: Human Deterioration
Pam Ayres presents her own poetry and sketches. With Felicity Montagu and Geoffrey Whitehead. From May 2004.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Ballylenon
The Americans are desperate to identify the owner of the Hoover cottage. 1956 sleepy Irish town whimsy with TP McKenna.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Beachcomber... By the Way
The whimsies of JB Morton performed by Richard Ingrams, John Wells, John Sessions and Patricia Routledge. From March 1989.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Beachcomber... By the Way
JB Morton's whimsies as performed by Richard Ingrams, John Wells, June Whitfield and Joan Sims. From November 1994.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Beachcomber...By the Way
JB Morton's whimsies as performed by Richard Ingrams, Patricia Routledge, John Sessions and John Wells. From July 1991.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Big Booth Too
Boothby Graffoe hosts unadulterated nonsense from the Edinburgh Festival. With Stephen Frost and Kevin Eldon. From January 2001.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Bleak Expectations: A Life Sadly Smashed Then, Happily, Restored a Bit
In Mark Evans's Dickensian spoof, Pip lands in court - can a friend save the day? Stars Richard Johnson. From September 2007.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Brian Appleton's History of Rock 'n' Roll: A Lot of Knowledge
The forgotten Thompson Twin reveals why rock 'n' roll can be a cruel mistress. Stars Graham Fellows. From October 2001.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Brian Appleton's History of Rock 'n' Roll: Consider Yourself Dumped Upon
The Brummie musicologist reveals how some of rock's biggest names have a lot to thank him for. Stars Graham Fellows.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Brothers in Law: Look it Up
Newly qualified lawyer Roger annoys his girlfriend Sally by defending a wife-beater. Stars Richard Briers. From July 1971.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Cabin Pressure: Abu Dhabi
Taking off with a bump for pilot Martin - the ups and downs of a tiny charter airline. Stars Stephanie Cole. From July 2008.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Cabin Pressure: Cremona
Arthur's in awe of a film star on his flight while Douglas tries disguising 30 knights. Stars Stephanie Cole. From July 2008.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Chain Reaction: Bill Bailey Interviews Simon Pegg
One feisty funny man grills another in the tag talk show, where the guest is the next interviewer. From February 2005.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Chambers
Hell-bent on becoming QC at any cost, John Fuller-Carp employs anyone who can help him. Stars John Bird. From April 1996.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Chambers - It's Only Words
John Fuller-Carp gets embroiled in a bet with a rival barrister and Ruth joins a dating agency. Stars John Bird. From March 1999.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Chambers: The American
The arrival of a star US lawyer prompts stuffy John Fuller-Carp to copy his sharp tactics. Stars John Bird. From May 1996.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Chambers - The Masons
Turmoil reigns as barrister John Fuller-Carp tries to join a secret order. Stars John Bird and Sanjeev Bhaskar. From May 1998.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Change at Oglethorpe: Off the Rails
A graduate trainee takes charge of a rural railway station and its eccentric staff. Stars Peter Davison. From December 1995.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Choice Grenfell
Maureen Lipman compiles and reinterprets monologues, letters and songs originally written and performed by Joyce Grenfell.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Choice Grenfell
Maureen Lipman reinterprets the monologues, letters and songs of comedienne and writer Joyce Grenfell. From January 1999.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Clare in the Community - Babysitter
Clare Barker has entered a caring profession so that she can sort out other people's problems rather than deal with her own.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Clare in the Community - Past Caring
The social worker organises a birthday dinner for Brian - but there's a mystery guest. Stars Sally Phillips. From November 2005.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Coming Alive - Coming Out
Convict Terry is challenged to bring life into a rundown community centre. Stars Karl Howman and Phyllis Logan. Written by Jim Eldridge.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Coming Alive: Just One Night
Terry and Sandra come to blows when his ex winds up staying at the community centre. Stars Karl Howman. From August 2000.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Count Arthur Strong's Radio Show
The former variety star has toaster and bus troubles ahead of entertaining the Women's Institute. Stars Steve Delaney.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Count Arthur Strong's Radio Show
The showbiz legend gives a lecture to impress the Egyptology Society - but there's a strict dress code. Stars Steve Delaney.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Count Arthur Strong's Radio Show
A day in the life of a former variety star, includes a disastrous book signing. Stars Steve Delaney. From December 2005.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Counterpoint 2005
Amateur musical enthusiasts battle it out in the general knowledge music quiz semi-finals. Ned Sherrin poses the questions.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Country Matters
Dave and Cathy leave the city for Drayton Warlock's pastoral idyll. Stars Jonathan Tafler and Lesley Sharp. From April 1994.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Creme de la Crime
Michael Feydeau aka TV's Inspector Niblett and expert David Pershore set sail for murder afloat. Stars Punt and Dennis.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Dad Made Me Laugh: Anthony Bygraves
Max Bygraves' son chats to Sally Magnusson about growing up with a famous showbiz father. From September 2006.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Dad Made Me Laugh: Jenny Secombe
Harry Secombe's daughter chats to Sally Magnusson about growing up with her versatile, funny father. From January 2007.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Dad Made Me Laugh: Max Hudd
Roy Hudd's son chats to Sally Magnusson about life with the 'News Huddlines' and 'Coronation Street' star. From September 2006.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Dad's Army: Don't Forget the Diver
The platoon don crazy camouflage in a drill to attack Captain Square's HQ. Adapted from TV with Arthur Lowe. From February 1975.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Dad's Army: Sergeant Wilson's Little Secret
Confusion reigns when Mrs Pike reveals her news of a 'new arrival'. Adapted from TV. With John Le Mesurier. From March 1974.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Dad's Army: Sons of the Sea
On river patrol, Mainwaring's platoon get lost in fog in the English Channel. Adapted from TV with Arthur Lowe. From June 1974.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Dad's Army: Sorry Wrong Number
A German plane crash sees the platoon trying out Mainwaring's phone box drill. Adapted from TV with Arthur Lowe. From May 1974.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Dad's Army: The Bullet is Not for Firing
The platoon face an inquiry after firing at a German plane. Adapted from TV, with Arthur Lowe and Clive Dunn. From May 1974.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Dad's Army: The Man and the Hour
Bank manager George Mainwaring sets up Walmington-on-Sea's Home Guard. Adapted from TV. With Arthur Lowe. From January 1974.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Dead Ringers
More celeb sound-alikes with tea-time for Alan Bennett and horror at the Simon Bates Hotel. With Jon Culshaw. From April 2001.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Dead Ringers
More celeb sound-alikes as Simon Bates phones a plumber and David Bowie calls the council. With Jan Ravens. From August 2001.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Dead Ringers
More celeb sound-alikes with Doctor Who's Dalek sleepover and Brian Sewell gets married. With Jon Culshaw. From September 2001.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Dead Ringers
More celeb sound-alikes with a musical Doctor Who and Dale Winton in his showbiz trench. With Jon Culshaw. From April 2002.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Dead Ringers
More celeb sound-alikes with a shock vicar in 'The Archers' and Doctor Who on the phone. With Jon Culshaw. From January 2003.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Dead Ringers
More impressions from the award-winning team, as Doctor Who phones for some Dalek spare parts. With Jon Culshaw. From June 2000.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Dead Ringers: Golden Jubilee Special
The impressionists take a right royal look back over 50 years of British cultural life. With John Culshaw. From June 2002.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Deep Trouble
As Christmas nears, the submarine crew stages a nativity - with a realistic twist. Stars Jim Field Smith. From June 2007.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Delve Special: Cowboys
Reporter David Lander investigates Britain's cowboy builders. Stars Stephen Fry and Dawn French. From September 1986.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Delve Special: Double Agent Russell Nicholson
Reporter David Lander interviews the notorious spy at his luxury home in Bulgaria. Stars Stephen Fry. From September 1985.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Delve Special: Resurrection of St Jerome
Reporter David Lander probes the rise and fall of Caribbean despot Felipe Delnazo. Stars Stephen Fry. From September 1987.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Delve Special: The Archibald Gallery Robbery
Reporter David Lander reopens the investigation into 1983's Archibald Gallery robbery. Stars Stephen Fry. From September 1985.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Desmond Olivier Dingle's Compleat Life and Works of William Shakespeare
The Royal Dingle Company's voyage around the Bard examines his comedies. Stars Patrick Barlow and guest Richard E Grant.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Desperate Fishwives
Doric pensioner Faither tries his hardest to avoid the dreaded Selma and Eddie. Sketch show set in Aberdeen. From August 2008.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Dial M for Pizza
The sketch show takes to the rails for Dr Terror's House of Pizza. Stars Brenda Blethyn and Robert Bathurst. From December 1987.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Does the Team Think?
Alan Carr, Jools Holland, Ben Miller and Pauline McGlynn answer questions set by the audience. Hosted by Vic Reeves.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Does the Team Think?
Alan Carr, Shappi Khorsandi, Ben Miller and Rowland Rivron answer questions set by the audience. Hosted by Vic Reeves.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Double Income, No Kids Yet
Lucy sets up David's party, but their mates seem too busy with kids. Stars David Tennant and Elizabeth Carling. From June 2001.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Double Income, No Kids Yet
Daniel and Lucy's plans for a quiet weekend are hit by a stream of unplanned visitors. Stars David Tennant. From June 2001.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Double Income, No Kids Yet
After yet another night on the tiles, Lucy drags Dan to the gym. Stars David Tennant and Elizabeth Carling. From June 2002.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Down the Line
Award-winning spoof phone-in show, with talk radio host Gary Bellamy. Stars Rhys Thomas and Paul Whitehouse. From May 2006.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Dry Slopes: The Lost Boys
With no job or friends and living with his busy mum, Angus Dry tries recapturing his youth. Stars Nick Ball. From April 1995.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Ectoplasm: The Case of the Stupid Ignorant Americans
Lord Zimbabwe and Dr Lilac are moon-bound pursuing abducted hillbillies. With Dan Freedman and Nick Romero. From August 2000.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Ed Reardon's Week
With a new commission, the writer's literary juices are flowing - unlike his finances. Stars Chris Douglas. From October 2006.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Ed Reardon's Week
The grumpy writer shaves off his beard to work unrecognised as a mystery shopper. Stars Christopher Douglas. From December 2006.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Ed Reardon's Week - A Hint of Calvados
After moaning to the corporation, the embittered writer gets a BBC job offer. Stars Christopher Douglas. From January 2006.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Ed Reardon's Week: Pulp Non-Fiction
No writer knows more about free loading than the master of the abusive email. Stars Christopher Douglas. From January 2005.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Ed Reardon's Week - Rogue Mail
After his windfall, the writer is writing about royalty in a remote cottage. Stars Christopher Douglas. From December 2005.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Elastic Planet: The Objects
What do shipwrecked objects have in common? The late Caron Keating features in the cosmic comedy of connections. From June 1995.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Elastic Planet: The Train
The Ministry of Furniture and methodist pirates. Patrick Moore guest stars in the comedy of connections.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Elephants to Catch Eels
18th century smuggler Tamsyn Trelawny tries to keep her love-life out of the scandal rags. Stars Lucy Speed. From March 2003.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Fags, Mags and Bags - Raising Keenan
Sanjeev Kohli and Donald McLeary's Glasgow corner shop sitcom. Owner Ramesh tackles a young tearaway. From October 2007.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Flying the Flag: The Space Race
What goes up in the glasnost era, must come down - but where is subject to negotiation. Stars Dinsdale Landen. From March 1988.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Flywheel, Shyster and Flywheel
Shady lawyer Flywheel hunts for a Rembrandt. The Marx Brothers' lost shows recreated. With Michael Roberts. From June 1990.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Flywheel, Shyster and Flywheel
The shady lawyer tries to swing a prize fight. The Marx Brothers' lost shows recreated. With Michael Roberts. From June 1990.
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Comedy Catch-Up - For One Horrible Moment
Memoirs of a boy growing up in the 1970s. In the Fens, the full, hideous truth is revealed. Written and read by Peter Bradshaw.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Foul Play: Dead Broads Don't Talk
Crime writers Ruth Dudley Edwards and Simon Shaw tackle the case of a redhead shot dead. Written and chaired by Simon Brett.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Foul Play: The Murder at Albington Towers
Crime writers Liza Cody and Susan Moody try to solve the death of a Dowager Duchess. Written and chaired by Simon Brett.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Foul Play: The Proof of the Pudding
Deck the halls with police witness appeal signs for a seasonal killing. Simon Brett hosts the murder quiz. From December 1997.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Four Joneses and a Jenkins: September - Watch the Birdie
An everyday story of sheep, sin and scholarship under the shadow of the Long Mynd. Stars Geoffrey Whitehead. From August 2000.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Genius
Dave Gorman asks John Fortune to select the public's best loopy idea, like using laughing gas for riots. From November 2005.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Genius
Dave Gorman asks Paul Daniels to select the best loopy idea, from the 99p coin to steel drum urinals. From November 2005.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Getting Nowhere Fast
Ex-lovers turned cafe-bar owners Pam and Merv discuss love, life and a revamp. Stars Mervyn Stutter. From November 2001.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Getting Nowhere Fast
Pam tries online dating and Merv offers a cafe cyber pass for 'Love Byte Night'. Stars Mervyn Stutter. From December 2001.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Giles Wemmbley Hogg Goes Off: Bolivia
The naive gap year student's South American audio diary of his bird-watching mishaps. Stars Marcus Brigstocke. From July 2002.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Girls Will Be Girls
The Bobo girls take to the stage with music and comedy. Starring Rebecca Front and Sioned Wiliam.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Girls Will Be Girls
Sketches and songs from Rebecca Front and Sioned Wiliam, featuring some girly gossip at the health club.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Gus Murdoch's Sacred Cows: Pubs
The incisive reporter investigates Britain's public houses. Written by and starring Stephen Carlin. From November 2008.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Hair in the Gate
The TV arts show team try to boost ratings with their own awards show. Stars Harriet Thorpe and Lorelei King. From October 1993.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Hamish and Dougal: You'll Have Had Your Tea - The Musical Evening
The elderly Scotsmen invite Mrs Naughtie to perform her amazing Dance of the Seven Voles. Stars Barry Cryer and Graeme Garden.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Hamish and Dougal - You'll Have Had Your Tea: The Shooting Party
The elderly Scotsmen assist the Laird with armaments for shooting out on the moors. Stars Barry Cryer and Graeme Garden.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Hancock's Half Hour: Around the World in 80 Days
The lad accepts a bet when challenged to copy Phileas Fogg's trip, but in far less time. Stars Tony Hancock. From March 1958.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Hancock's Half Hour: Hancock's Car
Parked outside for ten years, the lad hits snags galore when he's forced to move his motor. Stars Tony Hancock. From April 1958.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Hancock's Half Hour: Hancock's School
Inspired by helping Bill with his reading, Hancock decides to set up his own school. Sid and Mrs Pugh are also on the staff.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Hancock's Half Hour: Michelangelo 'Ancock
The lad takes up sculpting, but when he runs out of rocks it's Sid to the rescue. Stars Tony Hancock. From November 1956.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Hancock's Half Hour: The 13th of the Series
The lad gets triskaidekaphobic over the recording of the show between numbers 12 and 14. Stars Tony Hancock. From January 1957.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Hancock's Half Hour: The Last of the McHancocks
The lad inherits a Scottish castle and starts feuding. Stars Tony Hancock and James Robertson Justice. From February 1957.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Hancock's Half Hour: The Picnic
The lad, Bill and Sid eat al fresco to impress their dates from the local Palais. Stars Tony Hancock. From October 1959.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Hancock's Half Hour: The Publicity Photograph
The lad's new image leads to a major makeover away from the camera. Stars Tony Hancock and Sid James. From February 1958.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Hancock's Half Hour: The Sleepless Night
The lad tries to get a good night's sleep, but everybody else keeps him awake. Stars Tony Hancock and Sid James. From June 1958.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Hearing with Hegley
The poet laureate of alternative comedy, John Hegley presents a selection of his work. From November 1996.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Huddwinks: The Idiots Have Landed!
A Second World War tale of derring-do, to dispose of Adolf Hitler at his Bavarian lodge. Stars Roy Hudd. From June 1988.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Huddwinks: Twenty-Twenty Vision
Professor Quarterpound gathers Britain's top scientists to witness his new time machine. Stars Roy Hudd. From August 1986.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Hut 33: Bridge Too Far
Three wartime code-breakers tackle Nazi ciphers, but hate each other. Bletchley Park romp with Robert Bathurst. From June 2007.
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Comedy Catch-Up - I Think I've Got a Problem
Tom gets a courier job to Spain, but his 'imaginary' band causes plane mayhem. Stars Suggs and Bob Monkhouse. From July 2001.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Idiots of Ants: Totally Gizmo - Time Machine
Fast-paced spoof of a futuristic gadget show first heard in 2020. Stars James Wrighton, Benjamin Wilson, Elliott Tiney, Andrew Spiers and Jessica Ransom.
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Comedy Catch-Up - I'm Sorry I'll Read That Again
The cult sketch comedy's debut. Stars Tim Brooke-Taylor, John Cleese, David Hatch, Jo Kendall and Bill Oddie. From April 1964.
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Comedy Catch-Up - In the Balance
Maverick hack George Cragge hits a murder trail at Wembley Stadium. Comedy thriller with Michael Williams. From February 1997.
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Comedy Catch-Up - In the Chair
Hack George Cragge thinks an unrelated murder may be connected after all. Comedy thriller with Michael Williams. From June 1998.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Instant Sunshine
More humorous songs from the quartet of David Barlow, Peter Christie, Miles Kington and Alan Maryon-Davis. From December 1986.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Instant Sunshine: Reasonably Together Again
The humorous singing quartet of David Barlow, Peter Christie, Miles Kington and Alan Maryon-Davis entertain. From April 1985.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Instant Sunshine: Seasonably Together Again
Festive fun from the singing quartet of David Barlow, Peter Christie, Miles Kington and Alan Maryon-Davis. From December 1985.
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Comedy Catch-Up - It Sticks Out Half a Mile: Hidden Treasure
Pike and Hodges call in a clairvoyant to help them locate the pier's rumoured booty. Stars Ian Lavender and Betty Marsden.
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Comedy Catch-Up - It Sticks Out Half a Mile - Pilot Episode
Arthur Lowe's only appearance in the Dad's Army sequel due to his death. Mainwaring asks Wilson for a bank loan. From 1981.
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Comedy Catch-Up - It Sticks Out Half a Mile - The Business Proposition
With war over, Dad's Army veterans Wilson and Pike receive a surprise visitor. Stars John Le Mesurier. From November 1983.
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Comedy Catch-Up - J Kingston Platt's Showbiz Handbook
The man of many parts uses the wealth and poverty of his experience to discuss old chum Brian Allington. Stars Peter Jones.
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Comedy Catch-Up - J Kingston Platt's Showbiz Handbook: The Rich Brothers
The veteran of many parts recalls a slapstick act, as he uncovers the truth and falsity of showbiz cliches. Stars Peter Jones.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Jelly Mountain
Ivor Cutler's unique views on language, justice and scratching people's backs. With Craig Murray-Orr. From May 1996.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Jelly Mountain
Musings on a footkerchief and a forest full of girls. Songs and stories from Ivor Cutler, with Beverley Crew. From May 1996.
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Comedy Catch-Up - John Shuttleworth's Open Mind - Ghosts
Sheffield's premier singer-songwriter tries contacting the spirit world, with the help of agent Ken and guest Yvette Fielding.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Just a Minute
Clement Freud, Derek Nimmo, Tony Hawks and Fred MacAulay join Nicholas Parsons in Glasgow.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Just a Minute
Nicholas Parsons with Clement Freud, Paul Merton, Tony Hawks and Charles Collingwood at the Wimbledon Theatre. From March 2003.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Just Fancy
A grumpy neighbour and a helicopter ride. Gentle sketch show starring Eric Barker and wife Pearl Hackney. From March 1951.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Ken Dodd's Christmas Cracker
The King of Comedy hosts half an hour of festive frolics. With Colin Edwynn and Sybie Jones. From December 1987.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Knocker: Obselejectivitysence
Audience comedy about a long suffering market researcher, written by Neil Edmond and starring Paula Wilcox.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Knowing Knowing Me, Knowing You - Alan Partridge Documentary
The hapless host takes us behind the scenes at Pear Tree Productions. Starring Steve Coogan. From July 1993.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Knowing Me, Knowing You
Cheesy host Alan Partridge meets BBC TV's Commissioning Director and a maverick Lord. Stars Steve Coogan. From January 1993.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Laura Solon: Talking and Not Talking
The award-winning performer encounters a reluctant beekeeper, feuding librarians and Santa. With Ben Moor. From January 2007.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Life, Death and Sex with Mike and Sue
The sofa-bound daytime presenters look at families and relationships. Stars Robert Duncan and Julia Hills. From April 1996.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Linda Smith's A Brief History of Timewasting
Buying a new carpet sweeper for her neighbour turns into a major operation. East London tower block comedy.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Linda Smith's A Brief History of Timewasting
A poltergeist is unleashed and the comedian's live-in builder Chris reveals an unwanted gift. With Jeremy Hardy. From June 2002.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Lines From My Grandfather's Forehead
A bungling burglar, a struggling pianist and the Clegworthy family's Sunday. Sketch comedy with Ronnie Barker. From March 1971.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Lines From My Grandfather's Forehead
Improvement grants explained and a plumber muses on words. Sketch comedy with Ronnie Barker and Pauline Yates. From July 1972.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Little Blighty on the Down
Parish Council leader Mrs Roberts battles on with her village toll tax. Political satire with Jo Kendall. From July 1989.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Little Blighty on the Down
Parish Council leader Mrs Roberts wonders how to become more popular. Political satire with Jo Kendall. From July 1990.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Little Blighty on the Down
Can Parish Council leader John Barnum satisfy the new doctor's demands? Political satire with John Baddeley. From July 1992.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Mark Watson Makes the World Substantially Better: Envy
The Welsh comedian continues his quest to free us from the seven deadly sins. With Tim Key and Tim Minchin.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Mark Watson Makes the World Substantially Better: Greed/Gluttony
The comedian sets out on his quest to free us from the seven deadly sins. With Tim Key and Tim Minchin.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Married
Grumpy bachelor Robin Lightfoot wakes up in a parallel universe with a wife and kids. Stars Hugh Bonneville. From March 1999.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Married: Churlish
Trapped in a parallel universe, Robin's set for divorce from the woman he never married. Stars Hugh Bonneville. From April 2000.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Masala FM
It's the Asian station phone-in show's first wedding - but is love blind or stupid? Stars Sanjeev Bhaskar. From October 1996.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Millport: Happy Returns
It's Irene's 33rd birthday - so the island inhabitants have some surprises on the way. Stars Lynn Ferguson. From April 2001.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Millport: The Storm
Mystery surrounds a pensioner's disappearance. Lynn Ferguson stars as a thirty-something barmaid on a tiny Scottish island.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Miranda Hart's Joke Shop: What a Flirt
Joke-shop owner Miranda has much to learn about retail and men. With Patricia Hodge. From August 2008.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Morecambe and Wise
The much-loved duo's special Christmas laughter compilation. With Brian Wilde and Percy Edwards.
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Comedy Catch-Up - My Music
Steve Race quizzes John Amis, Frank Muir, Ian Wallace and Denis Norden on buskers and Julie Andrews. From April 1990.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Nebulous - Genius of the Aftermath
Given a second chance, can the Professor prevent the Isle of Wight's demise? Stars Mark Gatiss and David Warner. From May 2008.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Nebulous: Night of the Vegetarians
Mystery deaths lead the Professor to a meat-free colony run by the notorious Dr Klench. Stars Mark Gatiss. From January 2005.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Nebulous - The Deptford Wives
A collection of female clones with dark intentions threaten to overwhelm Professor Nebulous and his team. Stars Mark Gatiss.
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Comedy Catch-Up - No Commitments - Family Business
Worried Victoria takes action when daughter Emily decides to enrol at drama school. Stars Nicola Pagett. From July 1998.
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Comedy Catch-Up - No Tomatoes: Train Times
Smell your third portion of No Tomatoes, with couscous from Paul Copley, Helen Moon and Ian Potter.
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Comedy Catch-Up - On Baby Street
Three women neighbours are set to discover the delights of parenthood. Stars Keith Allen and Kathy Burke. From January 1996.
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Comedy Catch-Up - One Foot in the Grave: Alive and Buried
Grumpy Victor Meldrew is set to lose his job. Adapted from TV, with Richard Wilson and Annette Crosbie. From January 1995.
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Comedy Catch-Up - One Foot in the Grave: The Beast in the Cage
Victor suffers a bank holiday traffic nightmare. Adapted from TV, with Richard Wilson and Annette Crosbie. From February 1995.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Parsons and Naylor's Pull-Out Sections
Mandelson resigns again. Andy Parsons and Henry Naylor's topical stand-up and sketch show. With Lucy Porter. From January 2001.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Potting On - Stones
Garden centre owners Pam and Gordon argue over how to grow old. Stars Pam Ayres and Geoffrey Whitehead. From February 2008.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Punt and Dennis: It's Been a Bad Week
Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis make merry over political blunders and showbiz shenanigans. With Stuart Maconie. From February 1999.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Punt and Dennis: It's Been a Bad Week
Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis spotlight depressed cats and camel flatulence. With guest Kevin Day. From July 1999.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Radio Shuttleworth
The BBC hands over the airwaves to aspiring singer/songwriter John Shuttleworth, with guest Leo Sayer. From November 1998.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Radio Shuttleworth
The Sheffield singer hosts a special edition of 'Countdown' with Richard Whiteley. Stars Graham Fellows. From March 2000.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Radio Shuttleworth
1997 Eurovision winner Katrina Leskanich visits the Sheffield singer, but wife Mary gets the ironing board out. From March 2000.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Revolting People
Ezekiel is not the father of his new son, but soon discovers the truth. 1770 America sitcom. With Andy Hamilton and Jay Tarses.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Revolting People
Sergeant McGurk reveals why the English won the Battle of Culloden. 1770 America sitcom. Stars Andy Hamilton. From April 2001.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Revolting People: Even More Storm Clouds
Samuel's crooked brother lures Joshua into fighting the 'Cockney Monster'. Sitcom set in 1770 USA. Stars Andy Hamilton.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Revolting People: More Storm Clouds
The wedding reception of the year ends in chaos with a drunk bride and a shooting. Sitcom set in 1770 USA. Stars Andy Hamilton.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Revolting People - Young Love
Captain Brimshaw's father orders him to marry his cousin in England. 1770 America sitcom. With Andy Hamilton and Jay Tarses.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Rigor Mortis
A total lack of corpses sparks a dry spell the pathology lab. Stars Peter Davison and Geoffrey Whitehead. From November 2004.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Ring around the Bath
Middle-aged Stella battles to get her grown-up children to leave home. Stars Duncan Preston and Penny Downie. From August 2003.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Ring around the Bath
Patrick and Stella find their dream house, but will the children scupper their move? Stars Duncan Preston. From September 2003.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Robin and Wendy's Wet Weekends: A Green Unpleasant Land
The couple's German friend Heinrich reveals his thoughts about the war. Written by and starring Kay Stonham and Simon Greenall.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Robin and Wendy's Wet Weekends: About Some Boys
Robin is soaking. Derek's excited. Maureen is furious. Whatever next? Stars Kay Stonham and Simon Greenall. From June 2003.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Robin and Wendy's Wet Weekends - The Heinrich Manoeuvre
A childless couple are unhealthily obsessed with a model village. Stars Simon Greenall and Kay Stonham. From December 2001.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Ross Noble Goes Global - China
Teeming with spittoons and parks packed with people - the comedian visits the bustling city of Shanghai. From April 2002.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Round the Horne
Rambling Syd Rumpo is gander boggling, plus a visit to Julian and Sandy's Bona Books. Stars Kenneth Horne. From March 1966.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Round the Horne
Sea bound drama with Moby Duck and Kenneth Horne seeks a bona performer for the BBC's DG. With Kenneth Williams. From June 1966.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Round the Horne: The Curse of the Black Stumps
Dark doings for Kenneth Horne in 'The Curse of the Blackstumps', plus a very bona ballet. With Kenneth Williams. From May 1966.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Rudy's Rare Records: The Heart of Saturday Night
Grandad, father and son collide when burglars ransack their Birmingham shop. Stars Lenny Henry. From March 2008.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Safety Catch: Show Me You Care
Guilt-ridden arms dealer Simon McGrath cares about the world and a needy girlfriend. Stars Darren Boyd. From September 2007.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Saturday Night Fry
Stephen Fry hosts the humorous banter and sketches. With Hugh Laurie and Emma Thompson. Pilot episode, from December 1987.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Second Thoughts: Laugh and Marriage
Bill wants Richard and Liza to cool their ardour, and Faith is stoking the fires. Stars James Bolam and Lynda Bellingham.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Sir Benjamin Fletcher
Rowan Atkinson's satirical investigation into the life of the fictional master orator.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Sir Henry at Rawlinson End - Sir Henry Entertains
Surreal saga of a dynasty delicately balanced on the edge of sanity. Written by and stars Viv Stanshall. From December 1996.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Smelling of Roses: Wise after the Event
The trials of Rosie Burns and her event management company. Simon Brett's sitcom starring Prunella Scales. From May 2000.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Snap
Molly and Doug separate, but he's only a few streets away - can they make a clean break? Stars Rebecca Lacey. From July 2003.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Snap
Divorcing from Molly, Doug's furious to hear about her party - but is all as it seems? Stars Rebecca Lacey. From July 2004.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Son of Cliche
From a spoof Melvyn Bragg to a signing chimp. Sketch comedy with Chris Barrie, Nick Maloney and Nick Wilton. From November 1984.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Sounding Off with McGough
Roger McGough's poetic reflections on the world's inhabitants. Recorded at the Bath Festival.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Sounding Off with McGough
Poet Roger McGough hits Bath to reflect on life, love, happiness, heroes, villains and embarrassing relations. From May 2000.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Space Hacks: Men in Brown
The journos meet the Emperor of the Toilet People in a messy assignment. Stars Dan Mersh and Prunella Scales. From March 2008.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Space Hacks: Two Men and a Baby Alien
Charlie and Moog mess up a mission to deliver Korg's nephew to playgroup. With Tim Key and Prunella Scales. From February 2007.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Spats: Science v the Arts
Comedian Luke Roberts tries to solve the big arguments using light entertainment. With Stephen Critchlow. From July 2007.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Stand-up on 7: The World of Pete and Dud
The pioneering duo Peter Cook and Dudley Moore perform some of their greatest sketches from 'A Bit of a Chat' to 'Art Gallery'.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Steptoe and Son: Full House
Card sharks fleece Harold, so Albert steps in. Adapted from TV, with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From January 1972.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Steptoe and Son: Oh, What a Beautiful Mourning
The family clash at Albert's brother's funeral. Adapted from TV, with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From February 1976.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Steptoe and Son: The Colour Problem
Albert and Harold argue over buying a TV or a car. Adapted from TV, with Wilfrid Brambell and Harry H Corbett. From March 1972.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Steven Appleby's Normal Life: Normal Kids
The cartoonist unearths an alien conspiracy to turn the world into a holiday camp for kids. Stars Paul McCrink.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Steven Appleby's Normal Life: Normal Sleep
The cartoonist searches for the secret meaning of life, said to be written on a sausage. Stars Paul McCrink. From March 2003.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Steven Appleby's Normal Life: The Normal Mind
As the cartoonist faces surgery, his feminine side explores his brain's inner workings. Stars Paul McCrink. From August 2001.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Stiff Upper Lip, Jeeves: Game, Set and Match to Jeeves
Bertie's in a mess - can his valet save his bacon? PG Wodehouse romp with Richard Briers, Michael Hordern and Paul Eddington.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Stiff Upper Lip, Jeeves: The Menace of Totleigh Towers
Bertie's obliged to sort out an amorous mix-up between his friends. PG Wodehouse romp with Richard Briers and Michael Hordern.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Street and Lane - Patio Marital
Yorkshire builders Johnny and Arthur tool up for a warring couple. Stars Nick Lane and Fine Time Fontayne. From August 2005.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Street and Lane - Ringing the Changes
A vicar needs help in his belfry, as the Yorkshire builders get in a flap over an old feud. Stars Nick Lane. From January 2007.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Swots
Headmaster Miles Jupp presides over his unruly celebrity pupils. With Susan Morrison and Michelle McManus. From September 2009.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Adventures of John and Tony: A Tale of Two Tenting
Two friends head off on a surreal camping trip, with a pretend dog. Stars John Hegley and Simon Munnery. From September 1999.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Alan Davies Show
The struggling actor and his friends find themselves locked in - a lot! With Ronnie Ancona and Alan Francis. From May 1998.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Alan Davies Show
Topless photos inspire the struggling actor to join an environmental protest. With Ronnie Ancona and Alan Francis. From June 1998.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Ape That Got Lucky: Language and Communication
Chris Addison's spoof lectures exploring human evolution. With Geoffrey McGivern as Professor Austin Herring. From August 2005.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Attractive Young Rabbi: The New Synagogue
A single phone call turns Rabbi Fine's comfortable Jewish community upside down. Stars Tracy-Ann Oberman. From November 1999.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Bearded Ladies
Quick-fire sketch show starring Susie Donkin, Charlotte MacDougal, Oriane Messina and Faye Rusling. From August 2005.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Big Booth
Tasty monologues and sketches starring Boothby Graffoe. With Kevin Eldon and guitarist Antonio Forcione. From January 2000.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Big Fun Show
Sketch series with Paul Merton, Julian Clary, Tony Hawks and Josie Lawrence - before they hit the big time. From January 1988.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Big Fun Show
Sketch series with Paul Merton, Julian Clary, Tony Hawks and Josie Lawrence - before they hit the big time. From February 1988.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Boosh: Tundra
Howard and Vince try to find new attractions for the surreal zoo. Stars Julian Barratt and Noel Fielding. From November 2001.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Brothers
Starting a website-design company, two brothers struggle through life. Stars Adam Godley and Raymond Coulthard. From May 2004.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Change
Sitcom about a troubled hormonal wife and a transvestite husband. Stars Lynda Bellingham and Chris Ellison. From November 2001.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Consultants
A lifestyle presentation conference - and sketch show, with Neil Edmond, Justin Edwards and James Rawlings. From February 2003.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Curried Goat Show
Cake night - and an odd flat-share. Dan Gaster, Will Ing and Ben Silburn's sketch-bonanza. With Gary Olsen. From January 1998.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Flight of the Conchords
After the band splits, Jermaine holds auditions in the toilets. Stars Bret McKenzie and Jemaine Clement. From October 2005.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Galton and Simpson Playhouse: Clicquot et Fils
Monsieur Clicquot plans to improve his ailing funeral parlour. Stars Richard Griffiths and Josie Lawrence. From December 1998.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Galton and Simpson Playhouse: The Offer
The original script that sparked the triumphant 'Steptoe and Son'. Stars Freddie Jones and John Thomson. From January 1999.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Goldfish Bowl
Goldfish Liam and Anton contemplate the meaning of their existence. Written by and starring Shaun Prendergast with Hamish McColl.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Goon Show: Lurgi Strikes Britain
Doctor Seagoon is dispatched to tackle a curious contagious epidemic disease. Stars Spike Milligan. From November 1954.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Goon Show: The Dreaded Piano Clubber
Henry Crun must face the music as a mad assailant threatens the Nation. Starring Spike Milligan. Re-recording from March 1958.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Goon Show: The Gold Plate Robbery
Ned Seagoon goes overseas to pursue some stolen booty, but can Bloodnok be far behind? Stars Spike Milligan. From February 1959.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Goon Show: The Greatest Mountain in the World
Neddie Seagoon attempts to climb a peak even higher than Everest. Stars Spike Milligan and Harry Secombe. From March 1954.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Goon Show: The International Christmas Pudding
An eccentric millionaire funds an expedition for fragments of a famous dessert. Stars Spike Milligan. From November 1955.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Goon Show: The Last Smoking Seagoon
Ned's quitting nicotine, but Grytpype-Thynne has other ideas. End of the regular series. With Spike Milligan. From January 1960.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Goon Show: The Last Smoking Seagoon
Ned's quitting nicotine, but Grytpype-Thynne has other ideas. End of the regular series. With Spike Milligan. From January 1960.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Goon Show: The Starlings
London is besieged by birds - in a special recording without an audience or orchestra. Stars Peter Sellers. From August 1954.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Hare Lane Diaries
Jessica's dinner party puts Rex's social skills to the test with both man and beast. Stars Frances Barber. From September 2001.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Harpoon
A ripping, bumper summer edition of the nostalgic spoof of boys' adventure story papers. With Alistair McGowan. From July 1992.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Harpoon
Shocker over Muffin the Mule in the nostalgic spoof of boys' adventure story papers. With Alistair McGowan. From August 1992.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Harpoon
A star spangled American issue of the nostalgic spoof of boys' adventure story papers. With Alistair McGowan. From March 1994.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Harpoon
The nostalgic spiffing spoof of adventure story papers for boys. With Alistair McGowan and Peter Baynham. From September 1991.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The House of Milton Jones
Aunt Dilys wants to move into an old people's home. The surreal comedian's sitcom from July 2003. With Rosemary Leach.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The House of Milton Jones
Has Milton pulled a Kiwi girl? Are Susan and Ian really mismatched? More homely capers with the surreal funster. From July 2003.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The House of Milton Jones
The surreal comedian helps plan a birthday for the twins. What could possibly go wrong? With Rosemary Leach. From August 2003.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Hudson and Pepperdine Show
Becoming a 'breatharian' has disastrous consequences. Sketches and songs with Mel Hudson and Vicki Pepperdine. From April 2000.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The In Crowd
Sketch show from Manchester's Comedy Store with Robin Ince, Helen Moon, Smug Roberts and Kate Ward. From August 2001.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The In Crowd
Sketch show from Manchester's Comedy Store with Robin Ince, Helen Moon, Smug Roberts and Kate Ward. From July 2002.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Inimitable Jeeves: Bingo and the Little Woman
Bingo's in love and Bertie reprises his role as a romantic novelist. PG Wodehouse romp with Richard Briers and Michael Hordern.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Inimitable Jeeves: Jeeves Exerts the Old Cerebellum
Bingo Little is keen on waitress Mabel - can Bertie's valet help? PG Wodehouse romp with Richard Briers and Michael Hordern.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Jason Byrne Show: Education
Exploring a fresh theme each week, the Irish comedian hosts stand-up and sketches. With guest Ivan Brackenbury. From July 2008.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Last Goon Show of All
Spike Milligan, Harry Secombe, Peter Sellers, Ray Ellington and Max Geldray reunite for a final fling. From October 1972.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Lee Mack Show: Tony Hadley
The quick-fire comic presents stand-up, sketches and music. With Angela McHale, Trevor Crook and Tony Hadley. From March 2005.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Leopard in Autumn
In Renaissance Italy, Prince Ludovico must raise the cash for a papal tribute. Comedy starring David Swift. From May 2002.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Leopard in Autumn
Plethora plots to get rid of a crowd of peasants, whilst bumping up Monte Guano's coffers. Stars Sian Philips. From May 2002.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Leopard in Autumn: The Caramba Campaign
Ludovico, henpecked Prince of Monte Guano, is badgered by his wife to wade into war. Stars David Swift and Sian Phillips.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Little World of Don Camillo
Alun Armstrong stars as Giovanni Guareschi's Italian village priest. The communist mayor is after a baptism. From March 2001.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Little World of Don Camillo: The 13th Century Angel
With his church damaged, the Italian priest sparks a commotion over repairs. Stars Joss Ackland and Ian Hogg. From March 2003.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Little World of Don Camillo - The Coup D'Etat
A national election and a general strike puts the Italian priest in danger. Stars Joss Ackland and Ian Hogg. From April 2004.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Long Hot Satsuma
Zesty sketch show with Alison Steadman, Paul B Davies, Julia Hills, Graeme Garden and Barry Cryer. From June 1989.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Long Hot Satsuma
Juicy sketch show with Paul B Davies, Barry Cryer, Graeme Garden, Julia Hills and Alison Steadman. From July 1989.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Long Hot Satsuma
The zesty Graeme Garden, Alison Steadman and Barry Cryer star in this citrus fruit of a sketch show. From May 1989.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Long Hot Satsuma
Zesty sketch show with Paul B Davies, Barry Cryer, Graeme Garden, Julia Hills and Alison Steadman. From June 1989.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Maltby Collection
The new deputy museum curator gets a shock. Reginald Perrin writer David Nobbs' sitcom with Julian Rhind-Tutt. From June 2007.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Masterson Inheritance: Beware the Ides of Masterson
Ancient Rome provides the setting for a story of intrigue, terror, tyrants and togas, based entirely on audience suggestions.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Masterson Inheritance: The Sweat of the Mastersons
The family saga of Big Ben, opium dens and men in frocks. Improvised comedy with Paul Merton and Josie Lawrence. From May 1993.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Michael Bentine Show
From the Metropolitan Police to a dead newsreader - the ultimate one man show, written by the host. From February 1984.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Michael Bentine Show
From tackling Britain's recession to film extra of the century - the ultimate one man show, written by the host. From May 1984.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Michael Bentine Show
From a ghost hunter to a collector of holes - the ultimate one man show, written by the host. From May 1984.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Million Pound Radio Show
Sharp-edged banter and sketches with a topical flavour. Starring Andy Hamilton and Nick Revell. From July 1985.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Million Pound Radio Show
Sharp-edged banter and sketches with a topical flavour. Starring Andy Hamilton and Nick Revell. From August 1985.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Million Pound Radio Show
Sharp-edged banter and sketches with a topical flavour. With Andy Hamilton, Nick Revell and Harry Enfield. From September 1986.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Million Pound Radio Show
Sharp-edged banter and sketches with a topical flavour. With Andy Hamilton, Nick Revell and Harry Enfield. From October 1987.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Mitch Benn Music Show
The comedian presents a selection of classic comic songs. With special guest Steve Brown. From October 2006.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Museum of Everything - The Museum Re-opens
A temp (with a scary clown face) aids the tour guide. Starring Marcus Brigstocke, Danny Robins and Dan Tetsell. From July 2006.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Museum of Everything: Under New Management
The Mock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame inducts fresh members - and there's a new curator. Stars Marcus Brigstocke.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Navy Lark: Number One's Married Quarters
As Commander Murray adapts to wedded life, Phillips has an affair with a computer. Stars Stephen Murray. From April 1972.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Navy Lark: Operation Cowes Barge
As Troutbridge heads to the Isle of Wight, Captain Povey needs a favour from the crew. Stars Leslie Phillips. From July 1971.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Navy Lark: Operation Fag End
As the top brass turn up for an inspection, 50,000 duty-free cigarettes are on their way to the island.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Navy Lark: Smugglers in the Solent
The crew of Troutbridge is sent to pursue some marine miscreants. Starring Leslie Phillips and Jon Pertwee. From July 1965.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Navy Lark: The Potarneyland Training Exercise
Phillips' navigation skills are hired to a foreign power, but diplomacy breaks down. Stars Leslie Phillips. From September 1965.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Navy Lark: The Put-a-Horse-Out-to-Graze Fund
Chief Petty Officer Pertwee starts fundraising for a cause - his own financial black hole. Stars Jon Pertwee. From May 1971.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Navy Lark: The Redundancy Drive
Captain Povey is keen to clear the decks of Troutbridge, but Number One fights back. Stars Stephen Murray. From October 1968.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Newly Discovered Casebook of Sherlock Holmes: The Case of the Clockwork Fiend
The spoof sleuth probes mystery deaths from some new fangled inventions. Stars Roy Hudd and June Whitfield. From January 1999.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Newly Discovered Casebook of Sherlock Holmes: The Demon Cobbler of Greek Street
The spoof sleuth probes a shoe clue connection in two mystery murders. Stars Roy Hudd and June Whitfield. From February 1999.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Nick Revell Show
Written by and stars Nick Revell as a struggling writer, with dysfunctional friends and a talking geranium. From January 1992.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Nick Revell Show
The writer's struggling for cash and his geraniums whinge about Christmas decorations. From February 1992.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Nick Revell Show
Preparing for his old flame's wedding, the writer seethes over the way she dumped him. With Doon MacKichan. From June 1993.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Nimmo Twins in...: Norwich
The duo desperately seek inspiration for the final script of their series. Stars Karl Minns and Owen Evans. From September 2000.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Party Line
The frustrations of backbench MP Duncan Stonebridge. Sitcom from Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis with James Fleet. From May 2005.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Party Party
It's 1992 and the party of the loony right and centre sweeps to power. Stars Robert Glenister and Rory Bremner. From May 1987.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Patrick and Maureen Maybe Music Experience
Spoof radio show hosted by a husband and wife. With Patrick Barlow, Imelda Staunton and Jack Davenport. From September 1999.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Penny Dreadfuls Present - More Brothers Faversham: Perceus and Lucius Faversham
The twin story of Victorian Britain's greatest industrialists. The comedy trio's swashbuckling family romp. With Miles Jupp.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Penny Dreadfuls Present - More Brothers Faversham: Titus Faversham
The story of Victorian Britain's greatest sporting hero. The comedy trio's swashbuckling family romp. With Miles Jupp.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Penny Dreadfuls Present: The Brothers Faversham - Augustus Faversham
The story of Victorian Britain's most celebrated magician. The comedy trio's swashbuckling family romp. With Miles Jupp.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Penny Dreadfuls Present - The Brothers Faversham: Horatius Faversham
The story of Victorian Britain's most decorated soldier. The comedy trio's swashbuckling family romp. With guest Miles Jupp.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Personality Test: John Sergeant
The ex-political correspondent quizzes a panel about himself. With Sue Perkins, Alan Carr and Lucy Porter. From July 2006.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Reduced Shakespeare Radio Show: Hamlet
William Shakespeare's brother a jazz musician? The play's the thing, as the boys try and tackle the famous Dane. From May 1994.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Reduced Shakespeare Radio Show: The Tragedies
The truncated thespians perform a 15-second 'King Lear', the 'Othello' Rap and 'Scottish Highland Discs'.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Right Time
The babyboomers see the funny side of everyday, modern life. Stars Eleanor Bron, Clive Swift and Neil Innes. From August 2001.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Right Time
The sketch show about modern life, with people who've lived a bit of it. Stars Eleanor Bron and Graeme Garden. From April 2002.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Right Time
Gym shenanigans. The sketch comedy for people growing older disgracefully. Stars Graeme Garden and Pam Ayres. From March 2003.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Shuttleworths - Europigeon
Europigeon: Sheffield singer John Shuttleworth dreams of winning the Eurovision Song Contest. Stars Graham Fellows. From April 1994.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Shuttleworths: Mini-Break in Giggleswick
Sheffield singer John Shuttleworth and his family are in North Yorkshire. Stars Graham Fellows. From October 1993.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Sit Crom - The General Inspection
Cromwell visits Firebasket Hall and witnesses an apparition. Civil War comedy with Denise Coffey. From October 1990.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Sit Crom: The Secret Knocke
Civil War comedy by Sue Limb, featuring spies and sinful vegetables. With Joss Ackland and Miriam Margolyes. From May 1990.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Skivers
Calm down dear! Special guest Michael Winner joins in the sketch show fun with Nick Golsen and Tim de Jongh. From January 1997.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Small, Intricate Life of Gerald C Potter: The Birthday Present
The convoluted chronicle of an optimistic crime writer. Stars Ian Carmichael and Charlotte Mitchell. From March 1976.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Small, Intricate Life of Gerald C Potter: The Clock
The convoluted chronicle of an optimistic author, starring Ian Carmichael as the titular Gerald. A clock goes missing.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Small, Intricate Life of Gerald C Potter: The Leak
The author gets obsessed with his wife's sense of smell. Stars Ian Carmichael and Charlotte Mitchell. From September 1979.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Small, Intricate Life of Gerald C Potter: The Promotion
The author and his wife compete to publicise their new books. Stars Ian Carmichael and Charlotte Mitchell. From April 1976.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Small, Intricate Life of Gerald C Potter: The VIPs
With the writer's publisher and his wife due for summer drinks, the sprinkler comes out. Stars Ian Carmichael. From June 1981.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Small World of Dominic Holland
The comedian ponders the journey of life to adulthood. Stand-up and sketches, with Dave Lamb. From September 2000.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Stanley Baxter Playhouse: Cold Call
Gordon is persuaded to extend his house. But is this a case of Conservatory Conspiracy? With Pam Ferris. From June 2006.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Stanley Baxter Playhouse: First Impressions
Charlie discovers things that he never knew about his lifelong friend Sylvia. With Colette O'Neil. From June 2006.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Very World of Milton Jones
Falling from the sky, the comedian's life starts flashing before his eyes. With Alexander Armstrong. From August 1998.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Very World of Milton Jones
Confronted with a charging bull, the comedian's life starts flashing before his eyes. With Dave Lamb.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Very World of Milton Jones
Choking and ending up in his own gut, the comedian faces an internal examination. With Alexander Armstrong. From September 1998.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Very World of Milton Jones
The comic's about to be crushed by a printing press, as his journalistic life flashes before his eyes.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Very World of Milton Jones
Drowning in a sea of shark's fin soup, the comic's life as celebrity chef flashes before his eyes. From April 2001.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Wordsmiths at Gorsemere
William and Dorothy settle in their sublime cottage. Sue Limb's Lakeland poets parody with Denise Coffey. From February 1985.
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Comedy Catch-Up - The Wordsmiths at Gorsemere: 21st July 1799
Dorothy worries over William's wedding and Thomas de Quinine arrives. Lakeland poets parody with Denise Coffey. From May 1987.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Think the Unthinkable
Longleys Bank needs a new image. Management consultants comedy with Emma Kennedy and Marcus Brigstocke. From October 2001.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Think the Unthinkable
With London's transport system in a shambles, the consultants ride to the rescue. Stars Emma Kennedy. From November 2001.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Think the Unthinkable
The consultants advise an African finance minister and Ryan carries a package. Stars Marcus Brigstocke. From December 2002.
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Comedy Catch-Up - This is Craig Brown - Travel
The Pedants' Association takes a trip to the seaside. The satirist pokes fun with Edward Fox and Rory Bremner. From March 2004.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Three Ivans, Two Aunts and an Overcoat: The Diary of a Madman
A civil servant's dull existence is transformed when he overhears two dogs talking. With Griff Rhys Jones. From May 2002.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Three Ivans, Two Aunts and an Overcoat: The Nose
Major Kovalyov's nose vanishes and reappears in St Petersburg disguised as a councillor. With Stephen Moore. From April 2002.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Three Ivans, Two Aunts and an Overcoat: The Two Ivans
In a sleepy Russian town, a careless insult changes the lives of two neighbours. Stars Griff Rhys Jones. From March 2002.
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Comedy Catch-Up - To the Manor Born: Plenty More Fish
With their love-lives in a tangle, Audrey falls out with Marjory. Written for radio. Stars Penelope Keith. From March 1997.
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Comedy Catch-Up - To the Manor Born: The Rhythms of the Earth
Audrey educates the new squire into the ways of the Lord of the Manor. Adapted from TV, with Penelope Keith. From January 1997.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Tony's: All That Glitters
The barber decides his corner-shop needs a makeover. Stars Victor Spinetti, John Laurie and Deborah Watling. From November 1979.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Tony's: Putting on the Style
Misadventures of a corner-shop barber, with a battle against rival Boris the Russian. Stars Victor Spinetti. From October 1979.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Tony's - Under Investigation
The hair salon is getting unexpected customers - could the taxman be sniffing around? Stars Victor Spinetti. From February 1981.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Trivia Test Match - Autumn 1992
Umpire Brian Johnston poses the questions to Willie Rushton, Denise Coffey, Tim Rice and Bill Tidy. From September 1992.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Unnatural Acts: All the World's a Stage
It's audition time in the Hardy household, as Paul's new motorbike gets in on the action. With Kit Hollerbach and Jeremy Hardy.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Vent: Gravity Gets You Down
Comatose Ben punches his physiotherapist - while Elvis drops in on his unconscious mind. Stars Neil Pearson. From August 2006.
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Comedy Catch-Up - We've Been Here Before
Clive Anderson's panel show of the past - with Jon Holmes, Simon Brett, Gyles Brandreth and Lewis Shaffer.
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Comedy Catch-Up - What ho! Jeeves - Joy in the Morning: Florence, Craye
Trapped in Steeple Bumpleigh, Bertie Wooster meets an old flame. PG Wodehouse romp with Richard Briars and Michael Hordern.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Whatever Happened to the Likely Lads?: Strangers on a Train
Old mates Terry Collier and Bob Ferris are suddenly reunited. Adapted from TV with James Bolam and Rodney Bewes. From July 1975.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Whispers
Gyles Brandreth chairs the scandals quiz with Anthony Holden, Stella Duffy, Jenny Colgan and Rosie Millard. From October 2003.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Whose Line Is It Anyway?
Clive Anderson and the famed improvisation game with Stephen Fry, Hugh Laurie, John Sessions and Enn Reitel. From January 1988.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Whose Line Is It Anyway?
Clive Anderson marshals more improvisations with Stephen Fry, John Sessions, John Bird and Jimmy Mulville. From January 1988.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Whose Line Is It Anyway?
Clive Anderson and the famed improvisation game with Lenny Henry, Dawn French, John Sessions and Stephen Fry. From January 1988.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Whose Line Is It Anyway?
Clive Anderson hosts more ad-lib fun with Stephen Fry, John Sessions, Kate Robbins and Griff Rhys-Jones. From January 1998.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Witty and Twisted - Wonderworld
Climb on board the comedy set in a down-at-heel theme park in the South of England. Stars Andrew Wallace. From March 2007.
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Comedy Catch-Up - World of Pub
Dodgy Phil revamps an East End boozer with some animatronic dinosaurs and Edith Piaf. Stars John Thomson. From March 1998.
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Comedy Catch-Up - World of Pub
For the Queen's visit, Dodgy Phil books her beloved Chas & Dave - but can they make it? Stars John Thomson. From March 1998.
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Comedy Catch-Up - World of Pub
Dodgy Phil comes up with another scheme to fill the East End boozer with punters. Stars John Thomson. From January 1999.
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Comedy Catch-Up - World of Pub
The Red Lion's almost bankrupt - can Dodgy Phil get the punters back? Stars John Thomson and Phil Cornwell. From January 1999.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Yes Minister: Open Government
Newly re-elected, MP Jim Hacker is summoned to the PM's office. Adapted from TV. Starring Paul Eddington. From October 1983.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Yes Minister: The Compassionate Society
A new hospital needs a cure, but does Jim know his ACAS from his NALGO? Adapted from TV. With Paul Eddington. From October 1984.
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Comedy Catch-Up - Yes Minister: The Moral Dimension
Thirsty Jim Hacker's trip to an Arab state sparks diplomatic disarray. Adapted from TV. With Paul Eddington. From November 1984.
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