The week's best comedy on TV and radio

The week’s best comedy on TV and radio

Sunday November 15

ROCK ON TOMMY - THE BOBBY BALL STORY: In this tribute, narrated by his long-term double-act partner Tommy Cannon, friends, family and co-stars celebrate the life of Bobby Ball, who died last month at the age of 76 after contracting Covid-19. ITV, 5.30pm

THE COCKFIELDS: And there’s more Bobby as he stars in this family alongside Joe Wilkinson (who wrote it), Diane Morgan, Sue Johnston and Nigel Havers. Gold are repeating all three episodes, back-to-back. Gold, 6.50pm

Tuesday November 17

AL MURRAY: TOTALLY OUT OF CHARACTER: After all this time playing a character, Al Murray has decided to put his pint glass down and reveal the man behind the Pub Landlord…Radio 4, 6.30pm

Thursday November 19

COMEDY LEGENDS: Bob Newhart has well known in the States since the 1960s, but less so over herm unless you count appearances in The Simpsons and as Sheldon’s childhood hero Professor Proton in The Big Bang Theory. Newhart’s signature deadpan delivery and slight stammer have been the tools of his trade for over six decades, and this documentary, introduced by Barry Cryer, examines his legacy. Sky Arts, 9pm

Friday November 20

RICHARD OSMAN’S HOUSE OF GAMES NIGHT: The enjoyable teatime BBC Two show gets a promotion in network and timeslot, with Jennifer Saunders, Roisin Conaty, Jason Manford and football pundit Jermaine Jenas facing the trivia questions with a twist. BBC One, 8.30pm

HAVE I GOT NEWS FOR YOU: Victoria Coren Mitchell hosts with guests Fin Taylor and Joan Bakewell BBC One, 9pm

Published: 15 Nov 2020