Schedule Friday 11th May 2012
6am
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Bread
Series 4, Episode 9Nellie has a chance encounter with a man in the park and she finds it difficult to put him out of her mind. Aveline has split up with Oswald and Joey confronts Roxy about an anonymous letter sent to his mother...
6:10am
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Carry On Laughing
A series of half-hour stories, mostly historical romps, presented by the Carry On team. Starring Sid James, Barbara Windsor, Joan Sims and other regulars from the films.
6:30am
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The Liver Birds
Series 2, Episode 8 - The FlatFacing another major row, the girls realise they need their own private spaces and stumble across a far nicer flat advertised in the paper. Can they really afford it?
7am
(repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 2, Episode 7 - Northern Flying CircusNo, that isn't Biggles in the ancient flying gear, but Compo, intrepid pilot of old motor bikes.
7am
(repeat)
Ring Around The Bath
Episode 5: With grown up children moving in and out, can Stella keep track of her wayward family?
7:30am
(repeat)
Tonight
Series 2, Episode 1Rory Bremner and the team return for another series of Tonight, the topical satire show that digs that bit deeper into national and international politics.
7:40am
(repeat)
8am
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The Navy Lark
Series 6, Episode 2 - On The CarpetClassic radio sitcom about life aboard a British Royal Navy frigate.
8:20am
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Bread
Series 4, Episode 10The family seems to have enough problems without Nellie worrying about her friendship with Derek. Joey tries to help out Roxy by giving her money and Adrian gives Billy a fruitless lesson in tact and diplomacy.
8:20am
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Dani's House
A sitcom/sketch show for Children's BBC starring Dani Harmer. Dani is left at home to look after her annoying younger brother Max.
8:30am
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The Burkiss Way
Episode 3, Escape from Prison the Burkiss Way: Japes in jail, foghorns - and what is normal?
8:35am
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Terry & June
Series 4, Episode 6 - Something To Get Alarmed AboutAfter an attempted burglary in the middle of the night, June convinces Terry that they should get a burglar alarm. She has her eyes on one with a direct connection to the police station, but Terry's convinced he can make one himself.
8:50am
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Tommy Cooper
Sketch, stand-up and magic from the inimitable Tommy Cooper.
9am
(repeat)
The Liver Birds
Series 2, Episode 1 - The WeddingBeryl's sister, Gloria, is due to get married. Beryl's none too pleased with her bridesmaid's dress, but when both Gloria and her fiancé, Ernie, decide to call it off, she changes her tune.
9am
(repeat)
Desert Island Discs
Musician and comedian Tim Minchin is interviewed by Kirsty Young.
9am
(repeat)
North East Of Eden
Episode 6 - SpiritsMarcia's errant boyfriend makes his presence felt, and religious fever grips the island.
9:20am
(repeat)
Tommy Cooper
Sketch, stand-up and magic from the inimitable Tommy Cooper.
9:25am
(repeat)
Shaun The Sheep
Stop-motion animated children's sitcom by Aardman Animations for CBBC. Wildly popular with not just kids, but adults too.
9:40am
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Sykes
Series 1, Episode 1 - BurglaryMr. Brown has been burgled and, keen that he and Hattie not be seen to have nothing worth stealing, Eric claims that the reason his house hasn't been raided is due to his huge, ferocious dog, Nero.
10:20am
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To The Manor Born
Series 3, Episode 4With the discovery of a rare bird on the Grantleigh estate, the locals swing into action in order to protect the species from meddling twitchers. Audrey's less keen to help, but can she be persuaded?
11am
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11am
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'Allo 'Allo!
Series 7, Episode 8 - Prior EngagementsFollowing Madamme Edith's crowning as the Spirit of Nouvion, the General decides that she should marry Captain Bertorelli in order to cement relations between the two sides. A celebration at the chateaux offers Michelle the perfect chance to release the British airmen.
11:05am
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Hounded
Episode 4 - Look At The StarsCan Rufus save the world from an icy fate? And how on Earth is a tin of cat food from his Future Self going to help?
11:30am
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Another Case Of Milton Jones
Series 4, Episode 5 - Miner!Milton waves goodbye to the world of dance and musical theatre to pursue his dream of becoming a miner.
11:40am
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 30, Episode 8 - In Which Romance Springs A LeakToby is beginning to realise that the benefits of going back to his ex-wife far outweigh the advantages of living alone in a sparsely furnished house with no-one to cook or clean for him.
12pm
(repeat)
The Navy Lark
Series 6, Episode 2 - On The CarpetClassic radio sitcom about life aboard a British Royal Navy frigate.
12:20pm
(repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 30, Episode 9 - Variations On A Theme Of Father's DayIn order that Hobbo can find out more about Nelly, his supposed mother, he has Howard eavesdrop on her when she is visiting Pearl.
12:30pm
(repeat)
The Burkiss Way
Episode 3, Escape from Prison the Burkiss Way: Japes in jail, foghorns - and what is normal?
1pm
(repeat)
One Foot In The Grave
Series 5, Episode 5 - The Exterminating AngelMargaret tries to organise an unlikely love affair after Victor takes to the road, and a disaster of truly biblical proportions descends when the Meldrews are invited to Ronnie and Mildred's for the evening. In addition, a visit to the dentist goes horribly wrong.
1:15pm30 min
The Comedy Café
Janice Forsyth taps into the funny business in Scotland and worldwide with all that's new in comedy on radio, TV, the movies, DVD, books, online and live performances.
1:20pm
(repeat)
Dani's House
A sitcom/sketch show for Children's BBC starring Dani Harmer. Dani is left at home to look after her annoying younger brother Max.
1:40pm
(repeat)
dinnerladies
Series 2, Episode 10 - ToastThe toaster breaks down, but the company refuses to pay for a new one; Bren fails to make it to the TV studio in time to play for the final £10,000 prize; and Petula's time on this earth does indeed finally come to an end. Unfortunately, there's still more upsetting news in store for the canteen staff.
2:20pm
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Porridge
Series 3, Episode 3 - Rough JusticeJudge Rawley appears to be settling into life on remand, but a theft shows old prejudices haven't entirely been left behind. Fletch and his fellow prisoners soon learn that fair application of the law doesn't always give consistent results.
2:30pm
(repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 20, Episode 2 - How Errol Flynn Discovered The Secret Of Nora BattCompo tries to win Nora's heart by dressing up as Robin Hood.
3pm
(repeat)
Ripping Yarns
Episode 3, Escape from Stalag Luft 112B: Major Errol Phipps, Britain's most famous POW, tried to escape from an infamous World War One prison camp.
3:40pm
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 2, Episode 6 - It Never Rains....When Del arranges a holiday in the Benidorm sun, he and Rodney are tempted to leave Grandad at home - but he soon has a change of heart and has an extra bed put in their hotel room. All's well in Spain - until the old man is arrested!
4:10pm
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On The Buses
Series 6, Episode 2 - Love Is What You Make ItAfter yet another blazing row between Olive and Arthur disturbing his peace, Stan decides something must be done. Without Arthur's agreement marriage counselling can't help, but perhaps if he and Jack can stoke up the green-eyed monster...
4:20pm
(repeat)
To The Manor Born
Series 3, Episode 4With the discovery of a rare bird on the Grantleigh estate, the locals swing into action in order to protect the species from meddling twitchers. Audrey's less keen to help, but can she be persuaded?
4:40pm
(repeat)
On The Buses
Series 6, Episode 3 - Private HireStan is in an awkward position, somewhere between the dog track, his wages, and Mum's housekeeping money! After borrowing a small amount to tide him over from depot lout Basher, Stan's ready to do almost anything for money!
5pm
(repeat)
'Allo 'Allo!
Series 7, Episode 8 - Prior EngagementsFollowing Madamme Edith's crowning as the Spirit of Nouvion, the General decides that she should marry Captain Bertorelli in order to cement relations between the two sides. A celebration at the chateaux offers Michelle the perfect chance to release the British airmen.
5pm
(repeat)
Millport
Series 1, Episode 2 - LineageBig brother Gordon has returned to Millport. But Irene wonders why anyone would return there once they have had the chance to escape.
5:15pm
(repeat)
Terry & June
Series 5, Episode 1 - No, CouncillorTerry is persuaded to enter local politics, but finds canvassing a hazardous business.
5:30pm30 min
Horrible Histories
Series 4, Episode 9King Edward III gets married on a building site, Julius Caesar reveals his not very secret tips on hiding baldness, we learn the tricks of the criminal trade on the Real Victorian Hustle, and we meet Renaissance Italy's most corrupt family - the Borgias.
5:30pm
(repeat)
Ring Around The Bath
Episode 5: With grown up children moving in and out, can Stella keep track of her wayward family?
5:40pm
(repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 30, Episode 8 - In Which Romance Springs A LeakToby is beginning to realise that the benefits of going back to his ex-wife far outweigh the advantages of living alone in a sparsely furnished house with no-one to cook or clean for him.
6:20pm
(repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 30, Episode 9 - Variations On A Theme Of Father's DayIn order that Hobbo can find out more about Nelly, his supposed mother, he has Howard eavesdrop on her when she is visiting Pearl.
6:30pm30 min
The News Quiz
Series 77, Episode 6Sandi Toksvig is in the chair and Carolyn Brown reads out cuttings as panellists Jeremy Hardy, Mark Steel, Fred MacAulay and Bridget Christie take a satirical look at the week's news.
7pm30 min
What's The Story?
Series 6, Episode 6Dan Mitchell takes a sideways look at the week's news. The guests joining him are Noel James, Lisa Rogers, Frank Honeybone and Tom Parry.
7pm
(repeat)
One Foot In The Grave
Series 5, Episode 5 - The Exterminating AngelMargaret tries to organise an unlikely love affair after Victor takes to the road, and a disaster of truly biblical proportions descends when the Meldrews are invited to Ronnie and Mildred's for the evening. In addition, a visit to the dentist goes horribly wrong.
7pm
(repeat)
The Navy Lark
Series 6, Episode 2 - On The CarpetClassic radio sitcom about life aboard a British Royal Navy frigate.
7:20pm
(repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 20, Episode 2 - How Errol Flynn Discovered The Secret Of Nora BattCompo tries to win Nora's heart by dressing up as Robin Hood.
7:30pm
(repeat)
The Burkiss Way
Episode 3, Escape from Prison the Burkiss Way: Japes in jail, foghorns - and what is normal?
7:40pm
(repeat)
dinnerladies
Series 2, Episode 10 - ToastThe toaster breaks down, but the company refuses to pay for a new one; Bren fails to make it to the TV studio in time to play for the final £10,000 prize; and Petula's time on this earth does indeed finally come to an end. Unfortunately, there's still more upsetting news in store for the canteen staff.
8pm
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Monty Python: Almost The Truth
Episode 6In the final episode, the Pythons play at the Hollywood Bowl, make Monty Python's The Meaning Of Life, mourn the death of Graham Chapman, and go their separate ways.
8:20pm
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Gavin & Stacey
Series 2, Episode 1Newlyweds Gavin and Stacey return from honeymoon to a big welcome from both families. But Smithy seems none too happy with his best mate, and Nessa makes a confession that throws the whole evening into disarray.
8:30pm30 min
Would I Lie To You?
Series 6, Episode 5Andy Hamilton, Gabby Logan, Dr Christian Jessen and Diane Parish join Rob, Lee and David.
9pm30 min
Meet The Adebanjos
Series 1, Episode 6 - Tobi's TutorSade competes for the family's attention as she enters a local poetry competition. Bayo and Gladys get an Oxford tutor when Tobi comes home with poor results. However the tutor is not what the family expected. Can Bayo stop himself from interfering?
9pm
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Morecambe & Wise: The Greatest Moment
Documentary and clip show in one, showcasing the best sketches from the inimitable Morecambe & Wise catalogue.
9pm
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Live At The Apollo
Jack Dee Live At The Apollo Series 1, Episode 2 - Ardal O'HanlonDeadpan host Jack Dee introduces a stand-up routine from Ardal O'Hanlon, who muses on everything from air travel to feng shui. Dee also invites the audience to send him text messages and airs his views on female soldiers.
9pm30 min
Have I Got News For You
Series 43, Episode 5Alexander Armstrong returns to HIGNFY to make a record-breaking 20th appearance as guest host, with Nadine Dorries MP and Reginald D Hunter on the panel.
9pm
(repeat)
Red Dwarf
Series II, Episode 3 - Thanks For The MemoryHaving drunkenly revealed that he only ever slept with one woman, once, Lister decides to transfer to Rimmer's memory a full 8 months of his own - the 8 amazing months of Lise Yates.
9pm30 min
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 13, Episode 3David Hasselhoff, Rachel Riley and comedians Rob Beckett and Justin Moorhouse join regulars Jimmy Carr, Sean Lock and Jon Richardson for the topical quiz.
9pm60 min
A League Of Their Own
Series 5, Episode 4James Corden welcomes Tottenham and England striker Jermain Defoe and Sky Arts presenter Zoe Ball. Jamie Redknapp, John Bishop, Freddie Flintoff and Jack Whitehall also join in the fun.
9:30pm30 min
Not Going Out
Series 5, Episode 5 - ExaminationLucy finds herself working on a Government initiative encouraging men to regularly check themselves for lumps. Eager to please Lucy, Lee follows the campaign's advice and discovers something he wasn't expecting.
9:30pm30 min
Very Important People
Episode 3Jonathan Ross assembles a comic book gang; Perez Hilton starts blogging; Adele needs her washing machine fixed; and Simon Cowell meets The Voice judges.
9:40pm
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Red Dwarf
Series II, Episode 4 - Stasis LeakAn obscure reference in Rimmer's diary leads he, Cat and Lister down to level 16 to see if there's something termed a 'stasis leak'. Sure enough, a time portal has opened to a mere few weeks before everyone was wiped out. The trio venture forth, and Lister's determined to forgo his nerves and woo Kochanski.
10pm30 min
Episodes
Series 2, Episode 1Sean and Beverly's marriage has been ripped apart by Beverly's fling with Matt. And Matt's friendship with Sean appears to be beyond salvage. But as their sitcom Pucks! premieres in the US, the three are forced to find a way to continue working together.
10pm
(repeat)
Tonight
Series 2, Episode 1Rory Bremner and the team return for another series of Tonight, the topical satire show that digs that bit deeper into national and international politics.
10pm65 min
Alan Carr: Chatty Man
Series 8, Episode 3 - Sacha Baron Cohen, Ray Winstone, Phillip Schofield, Holly WilloughbyAlan Carr is joined by Admiral General Aladeen of Wadiya, actor Ray Winstone and This Morning hosts Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby. The musical guest is Rebecca Ferguson.
10:20pm
(repeat)
Alexander Armstrong's Big Ask
Series 1, Episode 4More from the ingenious panel show hosted by Alexander Armstrong. Devising - as well as answering - the questions here are Clive Anderson, Sue Perkins and Daniel Sloss.
10:30pm
(repeat)
Fawlty Towers
Series 2, Episode 5 - The AnniversaryIt's the Fawlty's wedding anniversary, and Sybil storms out, thinking Basil has forgotten - just moments before a group of their friends arrive for celebratory drinks.
10:30pm
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Shooting Stars
Series 8, Episode 3On Jack's team this time are EastEnders hard man Jake Wood and sports journalist Gabby Logan. Ulrika is joined by cricket legend James Anderson and Matt Berry who takes on a different character for one night only. Jimmy is rendered speechless after an appearance from show regular, puppet Archie Andrews, who has a very special gift in his hand.
10:30pm45 min version
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 6, Episode 5The results of the local political elections are analysed, and some asparagus predicts the future. The Mystery Guest gets Russell to use a skipping rope. The Good News Extra comic is Paul Foot, who talks a lot about Shire Horses.
10:30pm
(repeat)
Old Harry's Game
Series 3, Episode 3 - A Four-Letter WordWhen a film scriptwriter ends up in Hell, Satan plans to remake Casablanca.
10:35pm45 min
The Graham Norton Show
Series 11, Episode 5 - Kristen Stewart, Chris Rock, Engelbert Humperdinck, Stephen ManganKristen Stewart talks about raunchy Twilight scenes; Chris Rock reveals he is a friend of Barack Obama; while Engelbert Humperdinck says how proud he is of Eurovison; and Stephen Mangan talks about Matt LeBlanc and Postman Pat.
11pm
(repeat)
Live At The Apollo
Jack Dee Live At The Apollo Series 1, Episode 2 - Ardal O'HanlonDeadpan host Jack Dee introduces a stand-up routine from Ardal O'Hanlon, who muses on everything from air travel to feng shui. Dee also invites the audience to send him text messages and airs his views on female soldiers.
11pm
(repeat)
Episodes
Series 2, Episode 1Sean and Beverly's marriage has been ripped apart by Beverly's fling with Matt. And Matt's friendship with Sean appears to be beyond salvage. But as their sitcom Pucks! premieres in the US, the three are forced to find a way to continue working together.
11pm
(repeat)
Dave's One Night Stand
Series 3, Episode 5 - Tommy TiernanTommy Tiernan goes back to his roots in Wexford, Ireland with Stewart Francis and Lloyd Langford.
11pm
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Lenin Of The Rovers
Series 1, Episode 4Britain's first communist football team tackles Germany. But what about the revolution?
11pm
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Celebrity Juice
Series 7, Episode 7 - Corrie vs EastEnders SpecialKeith Lemon presents a special soap-themed edition of Celebrity Juice. Team captains Holly Willoughby and Fearne Cotton are joined by Coronation Street's Catherine Tyldesley and Jack P Shepherd and EastEnders stars Rita Simons and John Partridge for some side-splitting soap-based fun.
11:05pm45 min
Stand Up For The Week
Series 4, Episode 3Stand Up For The Week is back to take a humourous and no-holds-barred alternative look at the big stories of the week, including the news, politics, sport and showbiz shenanigans.
11:10pm
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Yes Minister
Series 3, Episode 2 - The ChallengeAssuming a new responsibility for local government within the department, Jim's eyes are turned toward the provision of nuclear fall-out provisions. However, an interview with the BBC sees some unfortunate mis-information imparted, which Jim is keen to clear up!
11:20pm
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Shameless
Series 9, Episode 5A figure from Jamie's past shows up on the estate, looking to call in a favour. Brooksy, or more accurately D.S. Brooks, is currently suspended pending serious charges.
11:30pm
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The Matt Lucas Awards
Series 1, Episode 5Matt Lucas once more hosts his own awards ceremony - the Lucases - with the nominations provided by actress Maureen Lipman, comedian Julian Clary and stand-up Alex Horne.
11:30pm
(repeat)
The Cabaret Of Dr Caligari
Episode 1, A Word in Your Ear: The dark, surreal goings-on in a nightclub owned by Dr Caligari.
11:50pm
(repeat)
Yes Minister
Series 3, Episode 3 - The Skeleton In The CupboardThe Minister is dismayed when he is instructed that he must discipline the most efficient borough council in the country for having failed to return a few statistical surveys to Whitehall. A visit to Scotland's past offers up the perfect opportunity to reach a compromise.
11:55pm
(repeat)
Borat: Cultural Learnings Of America For Make Benefit Glorious Nation Of Kazakhstan
Spoof documentary starring Sacha Baron Cohen as Kazakhstan's leading journalist, travelling through the heart of America.
Midnight
(repeat)
Little Britain
Matt Lucas and David Walliams take a comic look at British life in this character-based sketch series.
12:30am
(repeat)
The Comic Strip Presents...
Series 3, Episode 3 - Mr Jolly Lives Next DoorThe inappropriately named hit man Mr Jolly rents office space next door to the alcoholic incompetents Rik Mayall and Adrian Edmondson, proprietors of Dreamy Time Escorts, London's seediest escort agency.
12:40am
(repeat)
Red Dwarf
Series II, Episode 3 - Thanks For The MemoryHaving drunkenly revealed that he only ever slept with one woman, once, Lister decides to transfer to Rimmer's memory a full 8 months of his own - the 8 amazing months of Lise Yates.
1am
(repeat)
Grouchy Young Men
Series 1, Episode 5The grouchy young celebrities lament life's work-based nuisances, from job hunting and their current careers to getting the sack.
1:20am
(repeat)
Alexander Armstrong's Big Ask
Series 1, Episode 4More from the ingenious panel show hosted by Alexander Armstrong. Devising - as well as answering - the questions here are Clive Anderson, Sue Perkins and Daniel Sloss.
1:30am
(repeat)
Yes Minister
Series 3, Episode 2 - The ChallengeAssuming a new responsibility for local government within the department, Jim's eyes are turned toward the provision of nuclear fall-out provisions. However, an interview with the BBC sees some unfortunate mis-information imparted, which Jim is keen to clear up!
1:30am
(repeat)
Dirty Sexy Funny: Olivia Lee
Series 2, Episode 2Investigative reporter Rachel Connigle tracks down a Latin American dictator in the suburbs, and the OCD lady gets a taxi.
1:50am
(repeat)
Dave's One Night Stand
Series 3, Episode 5 - Tommy TiernanTommy Tiernan goes back to his roots in Wexford, Ireland with Stewart Francis and Lloyd Langford.
1:55am45 min version (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 6, Episode 5The results of the local political elections are analysed, and some asparagus predicts the future. The Mystery Guest gets Russell to use a skipping rope. The Good News Extra comic is Paul Foot, who talks a lot about Shire Horses.
2am
(repeat)
Yes Minister
Series 3, Episode 3 - The Skeleton In The CupboardThe Minister is dismayed when he is instructed that he must discipline the most efficient borough council in the country for having failed to return a few statistical surveys to Whitehall. A visit to Scotland's past offers up the perfect opportunity to reach a compromise.
2am
(repeat)
The Detectives
Episode 2.5, Sparring Partners: Briggs and Louis masquerade as the manager and trainer of a more athletically built policeman, to undercover an illegal steroid that a certain trainer may be using it on his boxers.
2am
(repeat)
North East Of Eden
Episode 6 - SpiritsMarcia's errant boyfriend makes his presence felt, and religious fever grips the island.
2:30am
(repeat)
2:35am
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Peep Show
Series 1, Episode 2 - The InterviewMark decides that Jeremy needs a job, because he is behind with his rent, so he gets him a job application for JLB Finance. Mark then goes to work to carry on his flirtation with Sophie via post-it notes cartoons.
2:40am
(repeat)
Jack Dee Live In London
Filmed at London's Gielgud Theatre on the final night of a mammoth UK tour, see Jack Dee at the top of his game and the pinnacle of his profession.
2:55am
(repeat)
Carry On Laughing
A series of half-hour stories, mostly historical romps, presented by the Carry On team. Starring Sid James, Barbara Windsor, Joan Sims and other regulars from the films.
5am
(repeat)
Millport
Series 1, Episode 2 - LineageBig brother Gordon has returned to Millport. But Irene wonders why anyone would return there once they have had the chance to escape.
5:30am
(repeat)
Ring Around The Bath
Episode 5: With grown up children moving in and out, can Stella keep track of her wayward family?