Browse the full U&Dave ja vu TV guide for Friday, 16 October 2026. 26 programmes listed , including 7 tonight. UK listings updated daily — scroll down to tonight's highlights or use the day tabs above to browse the weekly schedule.
Early Morning
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00:00 55m
8 Out of 10 Cats
S21 · E3With Kerry Godliman, Nish Kumar, Natasia Demetriou, Fred Sirieix and Judi LovePanel show hosted by Jimmy Carr, with regular team captain Rob Beckett and guest captain Kerry Godliman joined by Nish Kumar, Natasia Demetriou, Fred Sirieix and Judi Love -
00:55 40m
Mock the Week
S19 · E9With Angela Barnes, Catherine Bohart, Ed Gamble, Rhys James and Michael OdewaleDara O Briain hosts as Angela Barnes, Catherine Bohart, Ed Gamble, Rhys James and Michael Odewale join regular panellist Hugh Dennis to take a comic look back on the latest events in news and politics. Once again, stand-up and improvisation are the name of the game as the contestants try to get one up on one another -
01:35 40m
Would I Lie to You?
S17 · E6Craig Charles, Amy Gledhill, Shazia Mirza and Jeremy Vine join the regularsActor and broadcaster Craig Charles, comedian Amy Gledhill, comedy actress Shazia Mirza and journalist Jeremy Vine join host Rob Brydon and regular captains David Mitchell and Lee Mack on the offbeat panel show. As usual, the participants set out to hoodwink their opponents with absurd facts and plausible fibs about themselves in a bid to secure a team victory -
02:15 40m
Would I Lie to You?
S17 · E7Sinitta, Jo Brand, Ivo Graham and Johnny Marr join the regularsSingers Sinitta and Johnny Marr and comedians Jo Brand and Ivo Graham join host Rob Brydon and team captains David Mitchell and Lee Mack on the offbeat panel show. As usual, the participants set out to hoodwink their opponents with absurd facts and plausible fibs about themselves in a bid to secure victory -
02:55 1h
QI XL
S21 · E7 · Ufology XLWith Cally Beaton, Nish Kumar and Tom WardSandi Toksvig hosts an extended edition of the quiz, with Cally Beaton, Nish Kumar and Tom Ward joining Alan Davies to answer questions on the theme of UFOs -
03:55 35m
House of Games
S5 · E39Roger Black, Jo Brand, Sanjeev Kohli and Tiff Stevenson test their skillsRoger Black, Jo Brand, Sanjeev Kohli and Tiff Stevenson test their general knowledge skills ahead of Friday's final, while Richard Osman asks the questions -
04:30 30m
Ghosts
S3 · E6 · Part of the FamilyThe Captain and Kitty uncover something suspiciousAlison spends more time with Lucy and starts planning to make a big investment - but the Captain and Kitty uncover something suspicious, and need Fanny's newfound sleuthing skills to get to the bottom of the mystery before it is too late. Thomas works on his football skills with a little help form Humphrey's head, and Julian lends an unseen helping hand to Mike's promo film -
05:00 2h
Morning
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07:00 1h 10m
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08:10 50m
Top Gear
S3 · E6Review of Citroen's C2Jeremy Clarkson reviews Citroen's C2, while Richard Hammond compares convertible models of the Renault Megane and Peugeot 307, and James May looks back at Aston Martin's V8 Vantage. The team also tries to destroy a Toyota Hilux, and Sanjeev Bhaskar is the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car -
09:00 1h
Border Force: America's Gatekeepers
S4 · E3A huge shipment of cocaine is found in a truckA huge shipment of cocaine is found hidden in the floor of a truck, a young man tries to enter the US to enrol in school, and a woman is caught smuggling fentanyl pills -
10:00 1h
Border Force: America's Gatekeepers
S4 · E4A man wanted for a serious crime is interceptedA woman is caught trying to enter the US with a baby that isn't hers, a man wanted for a serious crime is intercepted, and a driver has a heart attack while crossing a bridge -
11:00 1h
Rick Stein's Secret France
S1 · E6The chef concludes his tour with trips to the Languedoc and ProvenceThe chef concludes his tour with trips to the Languedoc and Provence. In the border town of Uzes, Rick samples salt cod and marvels at a colourful array of French patisserie - selecting a seasonal fig tart to have with his morning coffee. He moves on to the harbour town of Cassis to try North African lamb chorba cooked by a local fisherman, while back in his country kitchen, he prepares a confit tomato and aubergine tarte tatin
Daytime
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12:00 1h
Rick Stein's Taste of Shanghai
Rick Stein finds out if Shanghai has hung on to its culinary rootsRick Stein finds out if Shanghai has hung on to its culinary roots and wants to add a few more dishes to his Chinese repertoire. He samples rich red braised pork - a favourite of Chairman Mao, hairy crabs and dumplings that sag under the weight of the hot liquid inside and burst at the slightest touch -
13:00 1h
The Hairy Bikers' Asian Adventure
S1 · E4 · Japan (Tokyo)Dave Myers and Si King head to JapanDave Myers and Si King continue their culinary journey around Asia by fulfilling a lifetime's ambition to visit Japan, the home of their favourite food. The duo sample sushi at Tokyo's famous fish market and have the privilege of spending time in a sumo stable, where they take part in a wrestling bout -
14:00 1h
Canal Boat Diaries
S5 · E10 · Simpson to Little TringDuring a cold snap Robbie gets iced in on the Grand Union CanalDuring a cold snap Robbie gets iced in on the Grand Union Canal. Later, his parents pay a visit and help him through Marsworth Locks -
15:00 1h
Top Gear
S2 · E7The team explores driving safetyThe team explores driving safety, and Jeremy Clarkson goes on manoeuvres in a Hummer - a military-style jeep - and Sweden's contribution to the world of supercars is revealed. Neil Morrissey is the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car -
16:00 1h
Guy Martin's Great British Power Trip
S1 · E2Guy Martin visits the most important place in the entire national grid - the central control roomGuy Martin visits the most important place in the entire national grid - the central control room - where electricity is bought, sold and routed every single second of the day. Temporarily tasked with the challenging job of keeping the country's lights on, Guy spends thousands of pounds in just a few minutes balancing the electricity supply-and-demand market, before his attention turns to the rise of renewable energy. He works with the army, who are pioneering a new solar-powered workshop, before embarking on the gruelling training required to become an off-shore wind farm technician -
17:00 1h
Rick Stein's Secret France
S1 · E6The chef concludes his tour with trips to the Languedoc and ProvenceThe chef concludes his tour with trips to the Languedoc and Provence. In the border town of Uzes, Rick samples salt cod and marvels at a colourful array of French patisserie - selecting a seasonal fig tart to have with his morning coffee. He moves on to the harbour town of Cassis to try North African lamb chorba cooked by a local fisherman, while back in his country kitchen, he prepares a confit tomato and aubergine tarte tatin
Tonight's Highlights
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18:00 1h
Rick Stein's Taste of Shanghai
Rick Stein finds out if Shanghai has hung on to its culinary rootsRick Stein finds out if Shanghai has hung on to its culinary roots and wants to add a few more dishes to his Chinese repertoire. He samples rich red braised pork - a favourite of Chairman Mao, hairy crabs and dumplings that sag under the weight of the hot liquid inside and burst at the slightest touch -
19:00 1h
The Hairy Bikers' Asian Adventure
S1 · E4 · Japan (Tokyo)Dave Myers and Si King head to JapanDave Myers and Si King continue their culinary journey around Asia by fulfilling a lifetime's ambition to visit Japan, the home of their favourite food. The duo sample sushi at Tokyo's famous fish market and have the privilege of spending time in a sumo stable, where they take part in a wrestling bout -
20:00 40m
Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Fishing
S3 · E3Paul Whitehouse and Bob Mortimer head to NorfolkPaul Whitehouse and Bob Mortimer head to Norfolk, where they attempt to ensnare a large pike - a fish that has eluded them on their trips so far. As they arrive and get their gear together, Bob introduces Paul to the surprisingly varied contents of his car boot, much to Paul's amusement. They gather their equipment and find a decent spot that should give them plenty of chances to catch and make camp for the day. They end their trip with a visit to a local pub, where Bob reveals a hidden trick -
20:40 40m
I'll Get This
S1 · E2With Tom Davis, Julian Clary, Laura Whitmore, Rachel Johnson and Chris KamaraTom Davis, Julian Clary, Laura Whitmore, Rachel Johnson and Chris Kamara meet at a restaurant for a fancy meal. The catch is they'll play games between courses and the loser will have to pay for everyone's dinner -
21:20 40m
Would I Lie to You?
S17 · E9Sam Campbell, Will Mellor, Kimberley Walsh and Charlene White join the regularsStand-up comedian Sam Campbell, actor Will Mellor, singer Kimberley Walsh and newsreader Charlene White join host Rob Brydon and regular captains David Mitchell and Lee Mack on the offbeat panel show. As usual, the participants set out to hoodwink their opponents with absurd facts and plausible fibs about themselves in a bid to secure a team victory, through rounds such as Home Truths and Quick-fire Lies -
22:00 1h
QI XL
S21 · E7 · Ufology XLWith Cally Beaton, Nish Kumar and Tom WardSandi Toksvig hosts an extended edition of the quiz, with Cally Beaton, Nish Kumar and Tom Ward joining Alan Davies to answer questions on the theme of UFOs -
23:00 1h
Have I Got a Bit More News for You
S57 · E1David Dimbleby hosts, with Stacey Dooley and Henning WehnBroadcaster David Dimbleby takes over the reins for an extended edition of the satirical quiz from April 2019, with investigative journalist Stacey Dooley and comedian Henning Wehn joining team captains Ian Hislop and Paul Merton to poke fun at the stories making the headlines