Schedule Saturday 3rd November 2012
6am
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The Liver Birds
Series 4, Episode 2 - Friends At First SightWhen Sandra's brother returns home from living in Australia, Sandra takes a fresh look at her relationship with Beryl and wonders what she would be like as a sister-in-law.
6:35am
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Sykes
Series 6, Episode 3 - Picket LineSitcom about identical twins Eric and Hattie Sykes, who live together in suburban London.
7:10am
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The Brittas Empire
Despite his ambition and good intentions, everything seems to go wrong at Whitbury New Town Leisure Centre when manager Gordon Brittas is around.
7:10am
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Carpool
Episode 9 - Tim Vine & Doon MackichanAt the Edinburgh Festival, Robert talks to Tim Vine and actress Doon Mackichan.
7:35am
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Carpool
Episode 10 - Jim Jefferies & Richard HerringJim Jefferies and Richard Herring jump into the car for chat with Robert.
7:50am
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The Liver Birds
Series 4, Episode 3 - Life Is Just A Bowl Of SugarIn an attempt to get Paul to propose to her, Sandra starts making a nest worthy of a married couple. Unfortunately, her parents ruin the atmosphere when they announce their divorce. Beryl to the rescue!
8am
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The Frankie Howerd Variety Show
Episode 3: Frankie Howerd introduces guests Anita Harris and impressionist Aidan J Harvey in this edition of the variety show from 1978.
8:30am
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Sykes
Series 6, Episode 4 - Football MatchSitcom about identical twins Eric and Hattie Sykes, who live together in suburban London.
9am30 min
My Phone Genie
Episode 22 - GroundedJaz breaks the family television and is grounded. As she is not able to leave her room, Gene brings the outside world to her.
9:10am
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Porridge
Series 3, Episode 2 - Poetic JusticeAn old acquaintance of Fletcher's becomes the third occupant of the cell: the judge who sentenced him to five years! Initial resentment fades, and Fletcher decides that an old school friend of the Governor's could prove very useful. However, not all his fellow prisoners are as enlightened.
9:30am
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Sorry, I've Got No Head
Series 3, Episode 7The fearsome Vikings discover a new trick, Colin and Malcolm struggle with an empty trolley and the helpful bees stumble into a fairy tale.
9:50am
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Heroes Of Comedy
Series 6, Episode 4 - Hattie JacquesA tribute to Carry On star Hattie Jacques, famous for her matronly roles and her partnership with Eric Sykes. With contributions from Miriam Margolyes and Mo Mowlam.
10am
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The Ministry Of Curious Stuff
Series 1, Episode 4Vic and his team try and avoid bedtime, meet the world's smartest animal and investigate the worst places to go on holiday.
10:55am
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 7, Episode 1 - The Sky's The LimitRodney's marriage problems have made him seek solace from drink but, although he offers help, Del is too busy himself to offer any practical help
11am60 min
Fighting Talk
Series 10, Episode 13With former Liverpool midfielder Didi Hamann, comedian Ian Stone, broadcaster and presenter Dougie Anderson and editor of Football365 Sarah Winterburn.
11am
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11am
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The Revolting World Of Stanley Brown
Episode 7 - Stone Cold StanleyJess is in serious trouble. Stanley and Mike want to help but Jess won't tell them what she's done. Things get more mysterious when she and Steph start becoming best buddies.
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.
12pm
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 7, Episode 2 - The Chance Of A LunchtimeRaquel attends an audition and, despite Del's help, she gets the part. But fortune has a knack of spoiling the best laid plans...
12:30pm
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The News Quiz
Series 78, Episode 9Sandi Toksvig is joined by panellists Jeremy Hardy, Susan Calman, Justin Edwards and Lloyd Langford for a satirical look at the week's news, with Charlotte Green reading interesting cuttings sent in by listeners.
1:15pm
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The Vicar Of Dibley
Series 1, Episode 5 - ElectionThe council elections are impending, and David's standing for re-election. When Geraldine unknowingly criticises his performance, the locals decide she'd be a far better candidate. For a woman with no political intent it's a daunting prospect, but David could be willing to strike a bargain...
1:55pm
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Porridge
Series 3, Episode 2 - Poetic JusticeAn old acquaintance of Fletcher's becomes the third occupant of the cell: the judge who sentenced him to five years! Initial resentment fades, and Fletcher decides that an old school friend of the Governor's could prove very useful. However, not all his fellow prisoners are as enlightened.
2pm
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Have I Got News For You
A selection of extended editions from the 39th series of the satirical panel game.
2pm
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Beyond Our Ken
Kenneth Horne leads a Regency romp through Beau Brummel's Brighton.
2:30pm
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Take It From Here
Professor Jimmy Edwards is not keen to employ Dick Bentley as a lecturer at the BBC Research College.
3pm
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The Frankie Howerd Variety Show
Episode 3: Frankie Howerd introduces guests Anita Harris and impressionist Aidan J Harvey in this edition of the variety show from 1978.
4:30pm
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Roy
Series 1, Episode 10 - Roy Pulls A FaceRoy's superstitious grandmother warns him that if he pulls faces and the wind changes he might be stuck like that forever. Roy takes little notice until a sudden gust of wind forces the door open.
5:40pm
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Only Fools And Horses
A selection of episodes from the seventh series of Britain's most popular sitcom.
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.
7pm
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Jonathan Creek
Series 4, Episode 2 - Angel HairA pop star's marriage is threatened by a ransom note - but how can the kidnapping be filmed before the victim is captured?
8pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 23rd series of Britain's longest running sitcom.
8pm60 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You
Series 39, Episode 9After 39 series spanning over two decades, Have I Got News For You's most famous recurring gag is hosting the show - John Prescott. With guest panellists John Bishop and Penny Smith.
8:15pm
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Dad's Army
Series 5, Episode 8 - All Is Safety Gathered InAfter a near-death experience, Hodges resolves to be kinder to everyone. This includes Captain Mainwaring, who has decided to have the platoon assist a farmer friend of Godfrey's to gather in the annual wheat harvest.
8:45pm60 min
The Late Great Eric Sykes
Tribute programme recounting the life and career of prolific and influential actor and comedy writer Eric Sykes.
9pm120 min
30 Years Of The Comic Strip Presents
A special programme celebrating The Comic Strip Presents, and its major influence on British comedy. Featuring some famous fans and many of the original team.
9pm
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Jimmy Carr In Concert
TV broadcast of Jimmy Carr's fourth live stand-up DVD, in which he unleashes his trademark rapid-fire joke-telling and razor-sharp wit.
9pm60 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You
Series 39, Episode 2With guest host Alexander Armstrong and panellists Richard Herring and Victoria Coren.
9pm
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Live At The Apollo
Series 7, Episode 5 - Rich Hall, Andrew Maxwell, Mark WatsonRich Hall hosts with special guests Andrew Maxwell and Mark Watson.
9pm
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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.
9:30pm
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Russell Howard's Good News
Series 7, Episode 6Russell Howard returns to pore through another week's weird and wild news stories and international media events.
9:45pm45 min version (repeat)
9:45pm45 min version
10pm
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Fresh Meat
Series 2, Episode 4It's the Easter break and JP invites the gang to stay at his country house, but it's not as idyllic as it seems.
10pm
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Red Dwarf
Series X, Episode 5 - Dear DaveLister has women trouble when he gets himself in a love triangle with Snack Dispensers 23 and 34.
10:05pm60 min
The Jonathan Ross Show
Series 3, Episode 12 - Olly Murs, Melissa George, Richard Cheese, Tinie Tempah & Calvin HarrisJonathan's guests include pop star Olly Murs and the glamorous Australian actress Melissa George. Music is provided by lounge maestro Richard Cheese, and a live performance from Tinie Tempah and Calvin Harris.
10:20pm
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Live At The Apollo
Series 3, Episode 2 - Jimmy Carr and Alan CarrJimmy Carr hosts, with his special guest Alan Carr. In this show recorded in front of a packed house at the famous Hammersmith Apollo Jimmy and Alan point the finger at bullies, estate agents, phone sex lines and bread making machines.
10:30pm
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10:30pm
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Sykes
Series 7, Episode 3 - The Stay-At-Home HolidaySitcom about identical twins Eric and Hattie Sykes, who live together in suburban London.
10:30pm
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28 Acts In 28 Minutes
Episode 1: John Humphrys gives 28 performers 60 seconds to entertain.
10:40pm55 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You
Series 39, Episode 3With guest host Robert Webb and panellists David Threlfall and Marcus Brigstocke.
10:50pm
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Alan Carr: Chatty Man
Series 9, Episode 7 - X Factor Judges, Downton Abbey cast, Nicki Minaj, Paloma FaithAll four X Factor judges - Gary Barlow, Louis Walsh, Tulisa and Nicole Scherzinger - reveal the latest news and gossip from the current series. Three stars of Downton Abbey - Rob James-Collier, Sophie McShera and Ed Speleers - pop by, and Nicki Minaj drops in to talk about her latest album. Plus music from Paloma Faith, who sings Never Tear Us Apart.
10:55pm
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Arena: The Entertainers - Sykes And A Day
Arena documentary following Eric Sykes on a typical day at the office.
11pm
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The Comic Strip Presents...
Special - Five Go Mad In DorsetKeith Allen, Peter Richardson, Adrian Edmondson, Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders from the Comic Strip have a ripping time on their summer hols.
11:25pm
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Don't Sit In The Front Row
Series 1, Episode 1Jack Dee is joined by guest comedians including Frank Skinner, Josh Widdicombe and Roisin Conaty. They have to squeeze scurrilous stories out of the audience in the front row.
11:35pm
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Russell Howard's Good News
Topical stand-up comedy and chat show hosted by Russell Howard.
11:40pm
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30 Years Of The Comic Strip Presents
New documentary looking back at The Comic Strip Presents... and its influence on British comedy in the past 30 years.
11:45pm
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Gary: Tank Commander
Series 3, Episode 6 - Spooky DookyAs Halloween approaches, Gary, Jacko, Charlie and Mickey are determined to retain their ducking for apples trophy. But Gary starts to panic when a fortune teller's spooky prediction begins to come true. Will the lure of a massive trophy get him to the Halloween party?
11:50pm
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Celebrity Juice
Series 8, Episode 10 - Halloween SpecialHalloween special of the comedy panel show hosted by the irreverent Keith Lemon. Team captains Holly Willoughby and Fearne Cotton are joined by model Abbey Crouch, Most Haunted's Yvette Fielding, rapper Fazer and actor Joe Swash.
11:50pm
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A League Of Their Own
Series 1, Episode 2Something's occurring this week as Gavin & Stacey star Ruth Jones joins her mate James Corden for sports-related banter. Alastair Campbell also guests on the comedy panel show.
12:05am
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time Travel
Chris O'Dowd, Mark Wootton and Dean Lennox Kelly play three ordinary blokes who accidently discover a rift in the space-time continuum.
12:55am
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8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 14, Episode 4Jimmy Carr, Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by Rachel Riley, David O'Doherty, Louie Spence and Joe Lycett.
12:55am
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Never Mind The Buzzcocks
Series 24, Episode 9Juliette Lewis hosts, with guest panellists Theo Hutchcraft, Nick Grimshaw, Kimberly Wyatt and Vic Reeves.
1am
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The Frankie Howerd Variety Show
Episode 3: Frankie Howerd introduces guests Anita Harris and impressionist Aidan J Harvey in this edition of the variety show from 1978.
1:15am
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The Work Experience
Episode 2In this second episode, interns JJ and Zoyia join Grade PR to help market a brand of fake fur discovered by dodgy-dealing Colby.
1:30am
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Unzipped
Series 2, Episode 5Amanda Byram and Harry & Danny from McFly join Greg James and Russell Kane for chat, games and bizarre confessions.
1:40am
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The Comic Strip Presents...
Special - Five Go Mad In DorsetKeith Allen, Peter Richardson, Adrian Edmondson, Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders from the Comic Strip have a ripping time on their summer hols.
1:40am
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Friday Night Dinner
Series 2, Episode 4 - The New CarJonny's got exciting news this week, and Dad's got a new fax machine to play with. But Mum's horrified to learn the detail behind Jonny's news, and Jim's getting drunk.
2:10am
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The Old Guys
Series 2, Episode 5 - HospitalA visit to the hospital gives Tom and Roy the perfect excuse to do battle for Sally's affections when she is called in for a knee operation.
2:15am
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Cuckoo
Series 1, Episode 6 - The WeddingThe series comes to a close, and there's a shock in store for Rachel and Cuckoo. Ken, however, sees a big opportunity opening up.
2:30am
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Carpool
Episode 10 - Jim Jefferies & Richard HerringJim Jefferies and Richard Herring jump into the car for chat with Robert.
2:40am
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Crapston Villas
Stop motion clay animation sitcom observing the antics of the inhabitants of the much sought-after residential property Crapston Villas.
2:40am
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The Ricky Gervais Show
Series 1, Episode 12Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant and Karl Pilkington cover a range of pointless topics including a questionnaire, organ donation and slippers.
3:45am
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People Just Do Nothing
Episode 0 - PilotMC Sniper is released from a very short stretch in jail and finds that the station is having problems with its transmitter, threatening his comeback set.