That's TV TV Guide — Friday, 17 April 2026

Early Morning

00:00 30m

Benidorm

S1 · E5

The Garveys attempt to win a pub quiz

Mick forces his family to enter a pub quiz with a big cash prize, and is shocked to win the money. A furious Oracle demands a recount - and turns nasty when his request is refused. Madge fails to keep quiet after Kate tells her about Martin's infertility, and Donald tries to reassure Gavin about Troy

00:30 25m

Benidorm

S1 · E6

Mick falls victim to a con

The Garveys take a trip to the beach, where a cash-strapped Mick falls victim to a con, and later receives even worse news from a mystery photographer. Martin tells Kate he thinks her fling with Mateo has livened up their relationship, and the Oracle decides it's time he stopped going on holiday with his mother. Comedy, starring Steve Pemberton and Johnny Vegas

00:55 1h 10m

Minder

S4 · E9 · Windows

Arthur plans to open a health club

Terry intervenes in a tug-of-love dispute concerning an Anglo-Italian Mancini family, and finds himself unwittingly threatening the success of Arthur's latest money-making venture - a health club. Dennis Waterman and George Cole star

02:05 30m

In Sickness and in Health

S5 · E1 · Power Cut

Alf and his bride to be, Mrs Hollingbery, are plunged into darkness by a power cut

02:35 25m

Man About the House

S1 · E3 · Some Enchanted Evening

Chrissy doubts her attractiveness

Chrissy wonders whether she is desirable, and Robin's lack of response leaves her downhearted. Comedy, starring Paula Wilcox and Richard O'Sullivan

03:00 25m

Duty Free

S3 · E6 · Cause Celebre

The hotel waiter is upset by new management

The hotel waiter is unhappy when the new management's sweeping changes disrupt the lives of holidaymakers and staff, so socialist-minded Amy lends support to his cause

03:25 35m

That's 60s - Best Music Live!

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A selection of live performances from TV music shows in the 1960s

A selection of live performances from TV music shows in the 1960s for a genuine taste of the best of the '60s

04:00 25m

Nearest and Dearest

S5 · E1

Hit 70s sitcom starring Jimmy Jewel and Hylda Baker as brother and sister Eli and Nellie Pledge, forced to run a family pickle factory together in Lancashire. S5, E1: Make Yourself At Home

04:25 25m

Nearest and Dearest Xmas 1970

S5 · E2 · Compliments of the Season

Hit 70s sitcom starring Jimmy Jewel and Hylda Baker as brother and sister Eli and Nellie Pledge, forced to run a family pickle factory together in Lancashire.

04:50 1h 10m

Journeys: Settle to Carlisle Rail

S1 · E8

A trip on the Settle to Carlisle Railway

A trip on the Settle to Carlisle Railway - completed in 1876, it contains viaducts, tunnels, and views of the North Pennines, Eden Valley and the Yorkshire Dales

Morning

06:00 30m

Shop: 8 in 1 Garden Multitool Pro

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06:30 30m

Shop: Dormeo Mattresses

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Mattresses and toppers from Dormeo - the home of a great night's sleep. Every body. Every bedroom. Every budget

07:00 30m

Shop: Drew&Cole Clever Micro Toastie

S4 · E62

Make perfect toasties right in your microwave - that's right! Clever Micro Toastie is microwave cooking with a crunch! Order now at www.highstreettv.com. Teleshopping

07:30 30m

Shop: Dormeo Mattresses

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Mattresses and toppers from Dormeo - the home of a great night's sleep. Every body. Every bedroom. Every budget

08:00 1h 5m

Minder

S8 · E1 · The Loneliness of the Long Distance Entrepreneur

Arthur employs his nephew

A sudden staffing crisis leaves Arthur with no choice but to employ his nephew Ray to help him sell cut-price cars from Brussels - his idea of entering the European market. Drama, starring George Cole and Gary Webster

09:05 1h 5m

Upstairs, Downstairs

S4 · E1 · A Patriotic Offering

Bellamy House becomes home to Belgian refugees

Richard and Hazel open their doors to Belgian refugees while they await news of James, but a language barrier develops and the servants are unimpressed by the guests' ideas of cleanliness

10:10 40m

Bread

S6 · E11

Adrian's poetry is to be published, much to the delight of his Italian girlfriend

Adrian's poetry is to be published, much to the delight of his Italian girlfriend. Joey‘s and Jack's love lives, however, are in deep trouble

10:50 35m

Steptoe and Son

S6 · E8 · A Cuckoo in the Nest

Harold's long-lost brother turns up

Harold's odious long-lost brother Arthur turns up out of the blue and loses no time in worming his way back into Albert's affections - not to mention his wallet. Kenneth J Warren guests

11:25 35m

Oh, Doctor Beeching!

S2 · E10 · Ton Up

The staff celebrate the station's 100th birthday

The staff discover that the station is a hundred years old and decide to have a street party to celebrate. Comedy, starring Jeffrey Holland and Su Pollard

Daytime

12:00 35m

Rising Damp

S3 · E3 · Clunk Click

Rigsby buys a sports car

Rigsby splashes out on a new sports car in the hope of impressing Miss Jones, but a cruel practical joke by Philip convinces him he has run over his feline friend Vienna. Leonard Rossiter and Frances de la Tour star

12:35 30m

Man About the House

S3 · E1 · Cuckoo in the Nest

Larry moves into the flat

The girls find it tough sharing with one man, but their problems double once Robin's friend Larry moves in. Comedy, starring Richard O'Sullivan

13:05 35m

Goodnight Sweetheart

S5 · E4 · Mairzy Doats

Ron puts Gary in danger

Ron sees the past as one big adventure playground and attempts to act out his daredevil fantasies, putting Gary in danger. Time-travelling comedy, starring Nicholas Lyndhurst, Elizabeth Carling and Victor McGuire

13:40 1h

When the Boat Comes In

S2 · E10 · A Wreath with Our Names On

There is an accident at the Lewis Bishop Ship Yard

There is an accident at the Lewis Bishop Ship Yard and one of the fitters is badly hurt. S2 E10: A Wreath with Our Names On

14:40 1h 10m

Minder

S8 · E1 · The Loneliness of the Long Distance Entrepreneur

Arthur employs his nephew

15:50 30m

Just Good Friends

S2 · E4 · Caught on a Shoulder Strap

The pair go to a wedding

The mismatched lovers are overwhelmed by romance when they attend a wedding, while Penny's mother is somewhat beleaguered when the Pinners descend upon her. Classic comedy, with Paul Nicholas and Jan Francis

16:20 35m

Man About the House

S6 · E2 · One More for the Pot

The trio seek a flatmate

When the trio decide they need a fourth person to share the flat, Robin is determined it will be a woman. Seventies comedy, with Richard O'Sullivan

16:55 35m

Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em

S2 · E2 · The RAF Reunion

Frank attends an RAF reunion

Frank makes another trademark faux pas as the baby-faced buffoon attends an RAF reunion - where he quickly makes an impression on his former comrades. Slapstick comedy, guest starring Desmond Llewelyn and Fulton Mackay

17:30 30m

Birds of a Feather

S10 · E8 · You Can't Always Get What You Want

Tracey and Sharon worry about their future

Tracey and Sharon get a glimpse of their future together when they see two elderly sisters in a supermarket, making them worry about what life has in store for them. Meanwhile, Dorien wins her court case and decides to celebrate with a big party. Sitcom, starring Pauline Quirke, Linda Robson and Lesley Joseph

Tonight's Highlights

18:00 10m

That's 60s - Best Music Live!

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A selection of live performances from TV music shows in the 1960s

A selection of live performances from TV music shows in the 1960s for a genuine taste of the best of the '60s

18:10 40m

Steptoe and Son

S6 · E8 · A Cuckoo in the Nest

Harold's long-lost brother turns up

Harold's odious long-lost brother Arthur turns up out of the blue and loses no time in worming his way back into Albert's affections - not to mention his wallet. Kenneth J Warren guests

18:50 30m

Rising Damp

S3 · E2 · Stage Struck

Miss Jones falls for a budding playwright

Miss Jones falls for new guest Hilary, a budding playwright who sends Rigsby into fits of jealousy by offering her the starring role in his latest masterpiece. Classic comedy, starring Leonard Rossiter and guest Peter Bowles

19:20 35m

Whatever Happened to the Likely Lads?

S1 · E3 · Cold Feet

Bob has doubts about his marriage

Bob has doubts about his marriage when he realises all his peers - even the vicar - seem to be getting divorced. Classic comedy, starring Rodney Bewes and James Bolam

19:55 1h 5m

Minder

S1 · E3 · The Smaller They Are

Arthur trails a petty criminal

The prospect of a police reward persuades Arthur to go on the trail of a petty criminal who has stolen a suitcase crammed with money. However, it transpires a gang of international counterfeiters is also after the cash. George Cole stars

21:00 30m

Benidorm

S2 · E1

Madge's new boyfriend has a diving competition with the Oracle

Kate and Martin have decamped to a nearby picturesque village - but find more than a chocolate on the pillow in their room. The Garveys return to the Solana in the company of Madge's new boyfriend Mel, who is the owner of five sunbed shops and is Didsbury's answer to Julio Iglesias. Their holiday doesn't get off to the best of starts when Mel's diving competition with the Oracle leads to a near fatal accident. Comedy, starring Johnny Vegas, Sheila Reid and Geoffrey Hutchings

21:30 25m

Benidorm

S2 · E2

Martin and Kate look after Telle's baby

Martin and Kate fail to get away from the resort and find themselves babysitting Telle's youngster Coolio. Mel decides not to tackle Wuthering Heights at the karaoke night following his near-death experience, and springs a surprise on Madge. Comedy, starring Johnny Vegas, Geoffrey Hutchings, Abigail Cruttenden and Nicholas Burns

21:55 1h

Shameless

S7 · E16

Joe and Karen try to escape from the estate

Joe and Karen try to escape from the estate with Connor. Maxine and Ian fight back after being mugged and take their attacker captive, but find their relationship falling apart as they consider their future. Notorious gangster Roscoe returns, sending the Maguire brothers running for cover. Drama, starring Rebecca Atkinson, Gerard Kearns and Jan Mercer

22:55 30m

Man About the House

S1 · E5 · It's Only Money

The rent money disappears

The rent money disappears, forcing Jo to consider selling a prized possession. Flat-share comedy, with Sally Thomsett, Paula Wilcox and Richard O'Sullivan

23:25 30m

Rising Damp

S3 · E6 · The Cocktail Hour

Alan tries to scale the social ladder

Alan starts dating a posh new girlfriend, but makes the mistake of asking Rigsby for advice on how to conduct himself in polite company - a sure-fire recipe for disaster. Comedy, starring Leonard Rossiter and Richard Beckinsale

23:55 30m

Benidorm

S2 · E1

Madge's new boyfriend has a diving competition with the Oracle