Schedule Saturday 29th September 2012
6am
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Creature Comforts
Animated thoughts from the animal kingdom.
6:10am
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Creature Comforts
Animated thoughts from the animal kingdom.
6:20am
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Bread
Series 7, Episode 6While Nellie is recovering in hospital, the family is at home wondering why her mystery visitor, Derek, called her "darling". Nellie, however, is struggling with Lilo Lill's bedside manner. Jack is frustrated with his lack of success at becoming a father and suspects Leonora is on the pill.
6:50am
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Sykes
Series 2, Episode 10 - UniformEveryone in uniform seems to be conspiring against Eric. If it's not Corky on patrol, then it's the postman or a lollipop man!
7:25am
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Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?
Series 2, Episode 11 - The Go-BetweenTerry's housekeeping and his wife's absence are starting to take their toll on Bob! Not only has Terry broken the toaster by putting chops in it but his fag ends are in the plant pots! Something has to give so Terry decides to pay Thelma a visit to try and persuade her to return to Bob.
8am
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Bread
Series 7, Episode 7The family go off on holiday to a stately home and find that it doesn't matter how posh the place they still argue wherever they are. Adrian and Irene, however, have stayed at home alone...
8:40am
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Sykes
Series 2, Episode 11 - BirdWhen Eric 'adopts' and attempts to train a dove, which he names Muriel, he couldn't possibly have imagined that it would lead to his living in a prison cell...
9am
Paul O'Grady Stands Up For Liverpool
Three hour programme linked with the Liverpool Comedy Festival. Paul O'Grady celebrates via archive clips and shows Merseyside's funny men and women, including Arthur Askey, Kenny Everett, Ken Dodd, Alexei Sayle, Patricia Routeledge and John Bishop.
9am30 min
My Phone Genie
Episode 17 - UpgradesWhen Jaz needs to clean the house after a party, Gene gets all the household appliances to help.
9:20am
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One Foot In The Grave
A selection of episodes from the second and third series of the sitcom starring Richard Wilson as Victor Meldrew. Repeated again as of 15.10.
9:30am
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Sorry, I've Got No Head
Series 3, Episode 2Jasmine and Prudith have a go at pitch and putt, The Witchfinder General finds himself on daytime television and Phillipe the French exchange student tries to cheat at scrabble.
11am60 min
Fighting Talk
Series 10, Episode 8On this weeks panel: German comedian Henning Wehn, ex-GB Athlete and commentator Kath Merry, sports broadcaster and commentator John Rawling and comedian Bob Mills.
11am25 min
Justin's House
Series 2, Episode 11 - Best In ShowThe Wheely Good trophy is the star prize at the Justin Town Vehicle Show. Justin and Robert do their best to get Justin's car ready to be judged by the mystery star judge.
11am
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Red Dwarf
A repeat run of Series II. Repeated again as of 15.00.
11am
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The Revolting World Of Stanley Brown
Episode 2 - Gut InstinctA dead goldfish, a crying woman and a trip to the local sewage works are just a few of the things Stanley has to deal with in this week's episode.
11:20am
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Only Fools And Horses
A selection of episodes from the fourth and fifth series of Britain's most popular sitcom. Repeated again as of 19.00.
11:30am
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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.
12:30pm
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The News Quiz
Series 78, Episode 4A satirical review of the week's news, chaired by Sandi Toksvig. With panellists Jeremy Hardy, Francis Wheen, Andy Hamilton and Bob Mills.
1pm
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Horrible Histories
Series 4, Episode 7Emperor Napoleon plays in a very unusual chess match, a Victorian inventor builds an anti-seasickness ship with one small design flaw, a snowball fight breaks out at a public execution, and the British army hires a dead tramp to defeat the Germans in WW2.
1:20pm
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Heroes Of Comedy
Series 1, Episode 2 - Tommy CooperA celebration of the career of legendary comic Tommy Cooper. Classic footage shows that Cooper's lumbering bulk, manic laugh and anxious features belied his aplomb and perfect timing. Among those paying tribute are his widow, Gwen Cooper, Sir Anthony Hopkins, Bob Monkhouse and Eric Sykes.
1:30pm
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Hotel Trubble
Series 3, Episode 13 - Trubble 4011In the year 4011, Hotel Trubble spins in near-Earth orbit. Dolly is a head in a jar, Lenny is a robot and Mr Trubble still hasn't visited. Everyone is bored, then the mysterious Salgar turns up to give a presentation on Hotel Management - reminding them what fun they used to have in the olden days.
2pm
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Dad's Army
Series 3, Episode 23 - The Captain's CarThere is good news for the platoon: they are to welcome a French general, and Mainwaring is to get a staff car. It is decided to have the car camouflage-painted - they just have to pick the right car up.
2:30pm
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I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again
Series 3, Episode 7Scary wannabes in Opportunity Flops, and a whodunit.
3:30pm
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A League Of Their Own
Series 1, Episode 7The panel show may be past the midway point, but there are no signs of flagging. While Claudia Winkleman joins the Reds, comedian Dara O'Briain is picked for the Blues.
4:10pm
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Mr Bean's Holiday
The disaster-prone Englishman wins a holiday to Cannes, but on his travels he unwittingly separates a young boy from his film director father.
4:30pm
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Roy
Series 1, Episode 4 - Charity CaseRoy's enthusiasm gets the better of him when he throws himself into the annual school charity drive.
5pm
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Hounded
Episode 12 - Cash Or Kick YourselfRufus finds himself forced to take part in Dr Mu's malevolent gameshow, Cash Or Kick Yourself, in order to save the world and indeed the multiverse.
5:30pm
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What's So Funny?
2012 Specials - Liverpool Comedy FestivalEd Byrne and guests preview the best acts and shows coming up at the Liverpool Comedy Festival 2012.
5:55pm
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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.
6:30pm
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6:45pm30 min
Fool Britannia
Series 1, Episode 5Dom Joly continues in his attempt to fool an entire nation. Armed with a truckload of hidden cameras and disguises, Dom unleashes a whole host of brand new characters across the UK.
7pm60 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You
Series 41, Episode 3Rhod Gilbert hosts tonight's edition of satirical panel game. Featuring guest panellists Marcus Brigstocke and Louise Bagshawe MP.
7:30pm
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Dad's Army
Series 5, Episode 3 - A Soldier's FarewellCaptain Mainwaring becomes disillusioned due to the platoon's refusal to respect the national anthem and problems with his wife Elizabeth. Maybe 'Napoleon' can find escape in his dreams?
8pm60 min
Comedy World Cup
Episode 3Captain Johnny Vegas and team mates Josh Widdicombe and Mick Miller take on Phill Jupitus, who is joined by Roisin Conaty and Barry Cryer.
9pm
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Heroes Of Comedy
Series 1, Episode 2 - Tommy CooperA celebration of the career of legendary comic Tommy Cooper. Classic footage shows that Cooper's lumbering bulk, manic laugh and anxious features belied his aplomb and perfect timing. Among those paying tribute are his widow, Gwen Cooper, Sir Anthony Hopkins, Bob Monkhouse and Eric Sykes.
9pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 20th series of Britain's longest running sitcom.
9pm
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Michael McIntyre: Live & Laughing
A TV broadcast of Michael McIntyre's sell-out 2008 stand-up show which cemented the comic's status as one of the UK's top stand-up stars.
9pm45 min version (repeat)
9pm45 min version
9pm
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Gavin & Stacey
A selection of episodes from the first series of the sitcom by Ruth Jones and James Corden.
9pm
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Live At The Apollo
Series 6, Episode 2 - Lee Mack, Rich Hall, Danny BhoyLee Mack, comedian and star of BBC One sitcom Not Going Out, presents sets from American comic Rich Hall and Scotland's very own Danny Bhoy.
9:30pm
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Live At The Apollo
Series 5, Episode 3 - Al Murray, Chris Addison and Tim VineThe pub landlord Al Murray hosts, before introducing special guests Chris Addison and pun-meister Tim Vine.
9:45pm
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The Thick Of It
Series 4, Episode 4It's D-Day for Nicola; whilst she's aboard a train heading to the political wasteland of Bradford he is free to launch an all-out attack on her leadership. She won't go without a fight, but who'll be victorious?
9:45pm30 min
The Thick Of It
Series 4, Episode 4It's D-Day for Nicola; whilst she's aboard a train heading to the political wasteland of Bradford he is free to launch an all-out attack on her leadership. She won't go without a fight, but who'll be victorious?
10pm
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Alan Carr: Chatty Man
Series 9, Episode 3 - Jessie J, One Direction, Kevin McCloud, Alicia KeysAlan is joined by Jessie J who chats about her autobiography Nice to Meet You, and One Direction talk about their new album and single. Kevin McCloud drops in to talk Grand Designs. Plus, there's music from US singer Alicia Keys.
10pm45 min version (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 7, Episode 1Russell's back for a new series, and on his radar this week are the iPhone 5, a man who shot himself in the buttocks during a film screening, and meets a sheep shearer in the Mystery Guest segment. The Good News Extra comic is Felicity Ward.
10pm
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The Jason Byrne Show
Series 1, Episode 4 - ReligionJason talks to the audience about the topic of religion whilst Ivan Brackenbury continues to ruin hopstial airwaves with his DJ show.
10:15pm
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Ronna & Beverly
Episode 3Ronna & Beverly welcome funnyman David Walliams, The Good Wife actor Alan Cumming and The Flight of the Conchords star Rhys Darby onto their madcap chat show.
10:20pm60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo
Series 7, Episode 7 - Jason Manford, Jimeoin, Tom StadeJason Manford hosts, with Jimeoin and Tom Stade.
10:30pm
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The Lee Mack Show
Series 1, Episode 2Cheeky chappie Lee Mack welcomes guest Midge Ure. Steve Brown and Angela McHail help Lee out.
10:35pm70 min
The Jonathan Ross Show
Series 3, Episode 7 - Jack Dee, Dynamo, Emma Watson, No DoubtJonathan Ross welcomes grumpy comedian Jack Dee, popular magician Dynamo and Harry Potter star Emma Watson. Plus Gwen Stefani rejoins her No Doubt bandmates for a live performance.
10:50pm
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Absolutely Fabulous
Series 1, Episode 5 - MagazinePatsy actually has to go into her office. At a rare meeting, she's told she has to give two members of the public a makeover and appear on morning television with them. After an argument with the chosen plebs, Saffron and Eddy's mother are drawn in.
10:50pm
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The Story Of Light Entertainment
Episode 2 - All Round EntertainersThis edition looks at the 'all round entertainers' who originally came from the Victorian music hall tradition.
10:50pm
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Celebrity Juice
Series 8, Episode 5Keith, Holly and Fearne are joined by Olympic gold medallist Jessica Ennis, boxer Amir Khan, comedian Joe Lycett, and TOWIE star Joey Essex.
11pm
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Mock The Week
Series 1, Episode 4David Mitchell is the guest on Hugh Dennis and Frankie Boyle's team, whilst Rory Bremner has the help of Andy Parsons and Linda Smith.
11:05pm
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The Big Fat Quiz Of The Year
Episode 11 - The Big Fat Quiz Of The 90sJimmy Carr is joined by Phill Jupitus, Alan Davies, Dara O'Briain, Claudia Winkleman, Jack Whitehall and Denise Van Outen to look back at the 1990s.
11:10pm
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The Inbetweeners
Series 3, Episode 3 - Will's DilemmaSimon and his new girlfriend Tara go on a double date with Will and her friend Kerry.
11:15pm
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Hunderby
Episode 5As Helene continues her affair with the doctor, her past looks set to be unravelled by hunchback John Whiffin.
11:25pm
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Victoria Wood: Live In Your Own Home
Victoria Wood presents a special live show from the Royal Albert Hall.
11:40pm
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Gary: Tank Commander
Series 3, Episode 1 - Shape UpWith the help of Jacko, Charlie and new recruit Mickey, Gary finally faces up to an uncomfortable home truth and makes a confession to his Dad and Julie - he is addicted to chips.
11:40pm
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Would I Lie To You?
Series 1, Episode 6Harry Enfield and Claudia Winkleman join David Mitchell whilst Tara Palmer-Tomkinson and Dave Spikey are on Lee Mack's team.
11:40pm
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The Inbetweeners
Series 3, Episode 4 - The Trip To WarwickSimon and his new girlfriend Tara are going to visit her sister at university.
Midnight
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Christopher Brookmyre's Comedy Bookcase
Series 2, Episode 4 - Phill JupitusChristopher Brookmyre chats in-depth with comedian Phill Jupitus about his life, writing and his return to performance poetry after a 27 year break.
12:15am
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The Revolution Will Be Televised
Series 1, Episode 6Dale Maily is at London's Gay Pride looking for some answers to homosexuality, while James and Barnaby are explaining the changes being made to the NHS under Andrew Lansley's new Health and Social Care Reform Bill.
12:20am
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Gavin & Stacey
Series 1, Episode 4The Shipmans drive down to Wales for the wedding fayre, and after a momentous trip to the church for the reading of the banns, Nessa tells Stacey her big secret.
12:30am
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Roger & Val Have Just Got In
Series 1, Episode 5 - Reply AllRoger lies almost mute in bed in the spare room. Val tries hard to reach him, but slowly it dawns on them both that there's more to this crisis than the recent news about his father.
12:40am
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Friday Night Dinner
Series 1, Episode 6 - The DateAdam comes home to find the house looking immaculate, with classical music playing in the living room, Mum's posh bowls on the dinner table, Dad in a smart suit, and most mysteriously - the table is set for five.
12:45am
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Bad Education
The first three episodes of the school-based sitcom starring Jack Whitehall.
1:05am
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Absolutely Fabulous
Series 1, Episode 5 - MagazinePatsy actually has to go into her office. At a rare meeting, she's told she has to give two members of the public a makeover and appear on morning television with them. After an argument with the chosen plebs, Saffron and Eddy's mother are drawn in.
1:10am
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Shameless
Series 10, Episode 4Billy discovers a used pregnancy test after Mimi, Karen and Gloria spend the night boozing. He turns to Jamie for advice, and both of them set out to discover who's the daddy.
1:15am
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Comedy Central At The Comedy Store
Stand-up comedy from London's famous club, The Comedy Store.
1:30am
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Mock The Week
Series 1, Episode 4David Mitchell is the guest on Hugh Dennis and Frankie Boyle's team, whilst Rory Bremner has the help of Andy Parsons and Linda Smith.
1:40am
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Victoria Wood: Live In Your Own Home
Victoria Wood presents a special live show from the Royal Albert Hall.
1:40am
(repeat)
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store
Stand-up comedy from London's famous club, The Comedy Store.
2am
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Would I Lie To You?
Series 1, Episode 6Harry Enfield and Claudia Winkleman join David Mitchell whilst Tara Palmer-Tomkinson and Dave Spikey are on Lee Mack's team.
2am
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The Ricky Gervais Show
Series 1, Episode 7Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant and Karl Pilkington cover a range of pointless topics including Karl's new diary, Stephen's attempt to get a nickname, and whether people think in their accents.
2:05am
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Jack Dee: Live At The London Palladium
Jack Dee delivers a stellar performance from the world famous London Palladium.
2:25am
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The Ricky Gervais Show
Series 1, Episode 8Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant and Karl Pilkington cover a range of pointless topics including face implants, redesigning the camel, and whether Karl would save either Ricky or Stephen from a sinking ship.
2:30am
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Roger & Val Have Just Got In
Series 1, Episode 5 - Reply AllRoger lies almost mute in bed in the spare room. Val tries hard to reach him, but slowly it dawns on them both that there's more to this crisis than the recent news about his father.
3am
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Comedy World Cup
Episode 3Captain Johnny Vegas and team mates Josh Widdicombe and Mick Miller take on Phill Jupitus, who is joined by Roisin Conaty and Barry Cryer.
3:15am45 min version (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 7, Episode 1Russell's back for a new series, and on his radar this week are the iPhone 5, a man who shot himself in the buttocks during a film screening, and meets a sheep shearer in the Mystery Guest segment. The Good News Extra comic is Felicity Ward.
5:30am
(repeat)
What's So Funny?
2012 Specials - Liverpool Comedy FestivalEd Byrne and guests preview the best acts and shows coming up at the Liverpool Comedy Festival 2012.