iPlayer. Alan Yentob presents a two-part series on the art of stand-up comedy, talking to comedians in Britain and America, exploring their backgrounds and influences.
Thursday 10.30pm BBC Three. Recorded at Vicar Street, Dublin, this live show reveals an awkward and honest side to Simon.
Thursday 9.05pm BBC Three. It's Christmas time in the Danbury household and Don is making a final, desperate attempt to lead a normal life.
Monday 8.30pm BBC Two. New Victorian comedy starring Robert Webb as shop owner Jedrington Secret-Past and Stephen Fry as evil lawyer Malifax Skulkingworm.
Christmas Eve 8pm BBC Two. Festive fun from a decade of Britain's beloved comic duo, assembled from the BBC archives.
Christmas Eve 10pm BBC One. The Lewis family are determined to leave their troubles at home in Birkenhead when they set out for Lapland in search of Santa.
Christmas Day 10pm BBC One. The award-winning sitcom returns for a brand-new episode, as a frightening visitor forces Patsy to find out who she really is. But first, there's shopping to do.