Schedule Thursday 8th November 2012
6am
(repeat)
The Liver Birds
Series 4, Episode 7 - Have Hen Will TravelWith Beryl's late sleeping having got both girls the sack, when Sandra see an advert stating 'vacancies for temporary general help on smallholding', she convinces Beryl that the answers to all their problems lie in the Welsh soil...
6:30am
(repeat)
Sykes
Series 6, Episode 7 - Television FilmSitcom about identical twins Eric and Hattie Sykes, who live together in suburban London.
7am
(repeat)
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.
7am
(repeat)
Chambers
Series 3, Episode 3 - Outward BoundChambers are invited to a team building exercise in the country.
7:30am
(repeat)
Count Arthur Strong's Radio Show!
Series 6, Episode 3 - Tour GuideWhen Arthur joins a tour bus for a guided journey around the city, he decides he could do a much better job.
7:40am
(repeat)
The Liver Birds
Series 4, Episode 8 - Love IsSandra finds work as a kennel maid whilst Beryl resolves herself to a life of housekeeping: something she excels to fail in! Paul, meanwhile, has another role in mind for Sandra - that of wife!
7:45am
(repeat)
Horrible Histories
Series 2, Episode 4Britain's greatest sailor, Admiral Nelson, turns out to be horribly seasick, two doctors from the Middle Ages argue over how to treat a patient, the programme discovers the many uses for an Incan llama, and the World War Two Girls sing about Girl Power on the Home Front.
8am
(repeat)
Parsley Sidings
Series 1, Episode 1 - The Market SpecialHorace concocts a plan to get more passengers using the station - but ends up taking on the bus company!
8:20am
(repeat)
Sykes
Series 7, Episode 1 - The Drop OutSitcom about identical twins Eric and Hattie Sykes, who live together in suburban London.
8:30am
(repeat)
Take It From Here
Fun afloat, aboard aircraft carrier HMS Indefatigable.
9am
(repeat)
As Time Goes By
Lionel and Jean were young lovers until accidentally losing touch. Years later they meet again by chance and unexpectedly rekindle their romance.
9am
(repeat)
1834
Episode 4 - Dentists And LoversNed needs root canal work, but 21st century Jason needs lessons in 19th century courting.
9:05am
(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.
9:30am
(repeat)
Just A Minute
Episode 18.7: Nicholas Parsons welcomes Kenneth Williams, Derek Nimmo, Gyles Brandreth and Martin Jarvis.
9:40am
(repeat)
To The Manor Born
Series 2, Episode 1Richard has a new farm manager on the estate assessing Grantleigh farm's efficiency. When he suggests that, following Brabinger's accident, Ned should take over the role for a few weeks, suspicions are raised.
10am
(repeat)
Barbara
Series 2, Episode 2 - MassageBarbara's injured her back and is pretty limited in what she can do; she's also quite enamoured by Neil's ex-girlfriend, Kelly, a masseuse. Meanwhile, Martin's got a stalker sending him panties in the post...
10:20am
(repeat)
Ever Decreasing Circles
Series 3, Episode 2Martin has been set-up by super smooth Rex Tynan on a trip to Brussels. Believing he'd spent the night with a girl in his hotel room, Martin is full of remorse and tells Ann...
10:30am
(repeat)
Man About The House
Series 2, Episode 1 - While The Cat's AwayWhilst the Ropers visit a friend (much to George's disapproval) overnight, Robin, Chrissy and Jo take the chance to host a party in their flat. Robin and Chrissy have particular cause to hope the evening goes well.
11am
(repeat)
My Family
Series 5, Episode 2 - You Don't Know JackMichael has a new friend in school and Susan has a new admirer. Unfortunately - or, for Ben, amusingly - they are one and the same.
11am
(repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 9, Episode 1 - Why Does Norman Clegg Buy Ladies' Elastic Stockings?Arriving at Seymour's to find barriers and barbed wire,
Compo and Clegg realise that he must have invented something breathtakingly original: and so he has, but their initial interest is dimmed when the pedal-powered thing has to be road- and field-tested.
11am
(repeat)
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.
11:40am
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My Family
Series 5, Episode 3 - What's Up, Docklands?Ben and Susan decide to help out some friends by flat sitting their brand-new Docklands apartment. It doesn't turn out to be the weekend they anticipated when they accidentally burn the flat down.
11:40am
(repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 22, Episode 9 - Why Is Barry At An Angle?Barry finds promotion at the building society brings problems.
12pm
(repeat)
Parsley Sidings
Series 1, Episode 1 - The Market SpecialHorace concocts a plan to get more passengers using the station - but ends up taking on the bus company!
12:20pm
(repeat)
Outnumbered
Series 2, Episode 3Another celebration of parental incompetence as Pete and Sue attempt to ban TV and have an old-fashioned Sunday, with traditional parlour games like Pelmanism and Scissors-Paper-Velociraptor.
12:20pm
(repeat)
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.
12:30pm
(repeat)
Take It From Here
Fun afloat, aboard aircraft carrier HMS Indefatigable.
12:35pm
(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.
1pm
(repeat)
My Family
Series 6, Episode 5 - An Embarrassment Of SusansBen buys the house next door, thinking it will be a great investment, but when he discovers squatters at the property, he quickly offloads it onto Roger. However, all is not as it seems and he soon regrets the decision. Meanwhile, Susan attempts to find a girlfriend for luckless Michael.
1:40pm
(repeat)
My Family
Series 6, Episode 6 - And Other AnimalsMichael embarks on a military cadet weekend, leaving Susan to brood over an empty house, so it's no surprise when she takes pity on a stray dog - much to her husband's disgust. After Janey clears the loft of her belongings, Ben accidentally discards a teddy bear worth hundreds of pounds.
2:20pm
(repeat)
Only Fools And Horses
Series 3, Christmas Special - Thicker Than WaterWhen Rodney opens the door to a stranger at the flat he soon learns from Grandad that it's his long lost father, Reg. As Del returns home from the pub, his anger is abated when Reg tells them he is ill and it may be hereditary. The subsequent blood test results threaten to split the brothers up.
3pm
(repeat)
As Time Goes By
Lionel and Jean were young lovers until accidentally losing touch. Years later they meet again by chance and unexpectedly rekindle their romance.
3:10pm
(repeat)
Shaun The Sheep
Series 2, Episode 4 - Spring LambA reluctant Timmy tries to avoid bath time and in trying to escape he gets a spring attached to his tail. It's up to the flock to catch the bouncing baby sheep and return him to the tub before he destroys the farm.
3:20pm
(repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 23, Episode 10 - It All Began With A Volvo HeadlampA heartbroken Kevin asks for help in finding a lonely spot to be alone.
3:40pm
(repeat)
To The Manor Born
Series 2, Episode 1Richard has a new farm manager on the estate assessing Grantleigh farm's efficiency. When he suggests that, following Brabinger's accident, Ned should take over the role for a few weeks, suspicions are raised.
4:15pm
(repeat)
Barbara
Series 2, Episode 3 - MumAfter "escaping" from her retirement home, Ted puts his mum, Queenie, up for a few days. Meanwhile, Martin lets Mike Burns - his station's lead anchor - stay in his spare room after he discovers his wife is having an affair.
4:20pm
(repeat)
Ever Decreasing Circles
Series 3, Episode 2Martin has been set-up by super smooth Rex Tynan on a trip to Brussels. Believing he'd spent the night with a girl in his hotel room, Martin is full of remorse and tells Ann...
4:50pm
(repeat)
Duty Free
Series 2, Episode 2 - CasinoDavid's money is running low but, despite this, he decides to gamble it all in the casino.
5pm
(repeat)
My Family
Series 5, Episode 2 - You Don't Know JackMichael has a new friend in school and Susan has a new admirer. Unfortunately - or, for Ben, amusingly - they are one and the same.
5pm
(repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 9, Episode 1 - Why Does Norman Clegg Buy Ladies' Elastic Stockings?Arriving at Seymour's to find barriers and barbed wire,
Compo and Clegg realise that he must have invented something breathtakingly original: and so he has, but their initial interest is dimmed when the pedal-powered thing has to be road- and field-tested.
5pm
(repeat)
Mind Your Own Business!
Episode 6, The Premature Berth: Tycoon Jimmy's lavish new yacht infuriates his head of finance.
5:20pm
(repeat)
Man About The House
Series 2, Episode 1 - While The Cat's AwayWhilst the Ropers visit a friend (much to George's disapproval) overnight, Robin, Chrissy and Jo take the chance to host a party in their flat. Robin and Chrissy have particular cause to hope the evening goes well.
5:30pm
(repeat)
Gigglebiz
CBeebies legend Justin Fletcher gets the nation's under-sixes laughing their socks off with his collection of crazy comedy characters.
5:30pm
(repeat)
Chambers
Series 3, Episode 3 - Outward BoundChambers are invited to a team building exercise in the country.
5:40pm
(repeat)
My Family
Series 5, Episode 3 - What's Up, Docklands?Ben and Susan decide to help out some friends by flat sitting their brand-new Docklands apartment. It doesn't turn out to be the weekend they anticipated when they accidentally burn the flat down.
5:40pm
(repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 22, Episode 9 - Why Is Barry At An Angle?Barry finds promotion at the building society brings problems.
6:20pm
(repeat)
Outnumbered
Series 2, Episode 3Another celebration of parental incompetence as Pete and Sue attempt to ban TV and have an old-fashioned Sunday, with traditional parlour games like Pelmanism and Scissors-Paper-Velociraptor.
6:20pm
(repeat)
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.
6:30pm30 min
Andrew Lawrence: How Did We End Up Like This?
Episode 3 - What We WearComic explanation of human development via stand-up, song and sketch.
7pm
(repeat)
My Family
Series 6, Episode 5 - An Embarrassment Of SusansBen buys the house next door, thinking it will be a great investment, but when he discovers squatters at the property, he quickly offloads it onto Roger. However, all is not as it seems and he soon regrets the decision. Meanwhile, Susan attempts to find a girlfriend for luckless Michael.
7pm
(repeat)
Parsley Sidings
Series 1, Episode 1 - The Market SpecialHorace concocts a plan to get more passengers using the station - but ends up taking on the bus company!
7:20pm
(repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 23, Episode 10 - It All Began With A Volvo HeadlampA heartbroken Kevin asks for help in finding a lonely spot to be alone.
7:30pm
(repeat)
Take It From Here
Fun afloat, aboard aircraft carrier HMS Indefatigable.
7:40pm
(repeat)
My Family
Series 6, Episode 6 - And Other AnimalsMichael embarks on a military cadet weekend, leaving Susan to brood over an empty house, so it's no surprise when she takes pity on a stray dog - much to her husband's disgust. After Janey clears the loft of her belongings, Ben accidentally discards a teddy bear worth hundreds of pounds.
8:20pm
(repeat)
Only Fools And Horses
Series 4, Episode 1 - Happy ReturnsA chance encounter with old flame Juney, back on the estate after some 20-odd years, leaves Del suspicious of her daughter Debbie's parentage. Serious questions need to be asked - not least when Derek realises that Rodney could be getting comfortable with his own niece!
9pm
(repeat)
Men Behaving Badly
Series 5, Episode 6 - Rich And FatTony discovers that Gary has £33,000 in his current account, while Tony's ever-expanding waistline doesn't go unnoticed.
9pm
(repeat)
Live At The Apollo
Jack Dee Live At The Apollo Series 2, Episode 4 - Keith BarretJack Dee invites Rob Brydon's alter ego Keith Barret on to the stage.
9pm
(repeat)
Walking The Dogs
Touching comedy drama based on the events of an intruder breaking into the Queen's bedroom. Stars Emma Thompson as the monarch.
9pm40 min
Red Dwarf
Series X, Episode 6 - The BeginningRed Dwarf is surrounded by a Simulant War Cruiser and its fleet of attack ships. Armed with only two forks and a pencil sharpener, the Dwarfers begin to wonder whether this is the beginning of the end. Only one man can save them. Unfortunately that man is Arnold J Rimmer.
9pm30 min
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 7, Episode 7Russell Howard returns to pore through another week's weird and wild news stories and international media events.
9pm
The Inbetweeners Movie
Will and friends are off on their biggest adventure yet... a lads' holiday abroad.
9pm
(repeat)
Spy
Series 2, Episode 3 - Codename: Lie HardTim's cover could be blown when he's forced to take Marcus to work with him, and Owen leads an elaborate role-play exercise.
9:30pm
(repeat)
Some Girls
Series 1, Episode 1After hearing some upsetting news from her dad, Viva decides to leave home and live with her friends. Elsewhere on the estate, Amber is finding it very hard to dump her boyfriend, despite plenty of varied advice from Viva, Saz and Holli.
9:30pm30 min
BBC New Comedy Award
2012, Episode 2 - Newcastle Semi-FinalPatrick Kielty hosts the second of the semi-finals, featuring performances from Tommy Rowson, Pete Otway, Hayley Ellis, Steph Peart, Liam Pickford and Sunil Patel.
9:30pm
(repeat)
Trollied
Series 2, Episode 11Gavin is hit hard by the death of his dog Chester and, understandably distracted, accidentally leaves out a document detailing staff wages, which Leighton promptly pins up on the noticeboard.
9:40pm
(repeat)
Men Behaving Badly
Series 5, Episode 7 - Home-Made SaunaDeborah and Dorothy are away for the weekend, and Tony concentrates his energies on converting the shed into a sauna.
9:40pm
(repeat)
Red Dwarf
A selection of episodes from Series VI, followed by a repeat of tonight's new episode. Repeated again as of 00.20.
10pm
(repeat)
Threesome
Series 2, Episode 6 - DadRichie's real dad unexpectedly shows up, leading our threesome into a complicated web of lies. Throw Richie's ex, Sandwich Harry, into the mix and sparks will fly!
10pm
(repeat)
Hebburn
Series 1, Episode 4 - Feeling DynamicJack's got a particularly important interview lined up, and Sarah's really starting to feel the stress of being a cramped guest in someone else's house. Vicki's just delighted to be getting her own car.
10pm
(repeat)
Don't Sit In The Front Row
Series 1, Episode 2Jack Dee is joined by Phill Jupitus, Sue Perkins and Josh Widdicombe, who give four more unfortunate souls a comedy clobbering.
10pm30 min
Hebburn
Series 1, Episode 4 - Feeling DynamicJack's got a particularly important interview lined up, and Sarah's really starting to feel the stress of being a cramped guest in someone else's house. Vicki's just delighted to be getting her own car.
10pm
(repeat)
Andrew Lawrence: How Did We End Up Like This?
Episode 2 - CommunicationComic explanation of human development via stand-up, song and sketch.
10pm50 min
Celebrity Juice
Series 8, Episode 11Joining the panel this week are McFly stars Dougie Poynter and Tom Fletcher, Spice Girl Mel C and Ashley Banjo, leader of dance troupe Diversity.
10pm
(repeat)
A League Of Their Own
Series 6, Episode 2Freddie Flintoff and Jack Whitehall welcome the most successful British Olympian of all time, Sir Chris Hoy, onto the blue team, while Jamie Redknapp is joined by funnyman David Walliams and Olympic swimming hero Rebecca Adlington. Redknapp's former Liverpool teammate Neil Ruddock also joins in the fun.
10pm
(repeat)
The Big Fat Quiz Of The Year
Episode 12 - The Big Fat Quiz Of The 00sJimmy Carr hosts the third and final of the special decade editions. Why did the US briefly rename French Fries? How did the Crazy Frog cause controversy? And what on earth was Touch the Truck?
10:20pm
(repeat)
Yes, Prime Minister
Series 2, Episode 1 - Man OverboardPlans to move a number of military bases to the north of England, in an effort to reduce unemployment levels in the region, a dealt a blow when Sir Humphrey fabricates an inter-Cabinet plot against the PM. With resignations on the cards, Jim has some tricky posturing to pull off.
10:30pm
(repeat)
ElvenQuest
Series 1, Episode 2The heroes go in search of Amis when he is kidnapped by Lord Darkness.
11pm
(repeat)
I'm Alan Partridge
Series 1, Episode 2 - Alan AttractionAlan has failed to get a second TV series and is days away from bankruptcy. Might the charms of receptionist Jill provide some relief?
11pm30 min
The Headset Set
Series 2, Episode 2On the call centre floor, Bernie is excessively angry over her missing lunch, and we learn about Smile5's subsidiary We'llSellYourOvenToAPriest.com.
11pm
(repeat)
11:05pm
(repeat)
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.
11:05pm
(repeat)
The Inbetweeners
The Inbetweeners Top Ten Moments: This one-hour special counts down the top ten moments - as voted for by the viewers - from all three series of The Inbetweeners.
11:40pm
(repeat)
Early Doors
Series 1, Episode 5Some good news for Melanie hurts Ken. Meanwhile, Phil and Nige own up to an error, Eddie and Joan are all dressed up for their anniversary and Jean's Maltesers are missing. Joe keeps a secret, is Duffy in for a taste of his own medicine?
11:45pm
(repeat)
The Taped Recorded Highlights Of A Humble Bee
Episode 1, 'Introducing Me' and 'The Dinner Date': A hapless, jazz-loving insect's audio diary of his mainly uneventful life.
Midnight
(repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps
Series 5, Episode 12 - GodJonny can't help thinking that baby Corinthian is a bit boring, and comes up with some ideas to make him a bit more interesting. Janet decides to have the baby christened and have Gaz and Donna as the godparents.
Midnight
(repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 14, Episode 5This week, Jon Richardson is joined by Holly Walsh and rapper Example, whilst Sean Lock has actor John Hannah and Canadian comic Bobby Mair on his team.
12:20am
(repeat)
Men Behaving Badly
Series 5, Episode 6 - Rich And FatTony discovers that Gary has £33,000 in his current account, while Tony's ever-expanding waistline doesn't go unnoticed.
12:30am
(repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 7, Episode 7Russell Howard returns to pore through another week's weird and wild news stories and international media events.
12:30am
(repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 7, Episode 7Russell Howard returns to pore through another week's weird and wild news stories and international media events.
12:35am
(repeat)
The IT Crowd
Series 4, Episode 6 - Reynholm vs ReynholmDouglas finds marriage agrees with him - for all of two weeks. He's then in court - defending himself - with the help of Jen, Roy, Moss and others.
12:40am
(repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps
Series 5, Episode 13 - Love 83199Jonny realises it's time to be responsible now he's a father, and incredibly, decides to get a job. He's amazed to find his dream job is being advertised in the local paper - working in a biscuit factory! Now all he has to do is get an interview...
12:50am
(repeat)
Fresh Meat
Series 2, Episode 5Things go from bad to worse when Josie makes a catastrophic error of judgement. A chance encounter leads Oregon to fall for a sexy librarian, JP makes a 'local' friend, Vod falls in love, while Howard turns detective in a bid to catch an intruder.
1am
(repeat)
Men Behaving Badly
Series 5, Episode 7 - Home-Made SaunaDeborah and Dorothy are away for the weekend, and Tony concentrates his energies on converting the shed into a sauna.
1am
(repeat)
Walking The Dogs
Touching comedy drama based on the events of an intruder breaking into the Queen's bedroom. Stars Emma Thompson as the monarch.
1am
(repeat)
Some Girls
Series 1, Episode 1After hearing some upsetting news from her dad, Viva decides to leave home and live with her friends. Elsewhere on the estate, Amber is finding it very hard to dump her boyfriend, despite plenty of varied advice from Viva, Saz and Holli.
1:10am
(repeat)
1:30am
(repeat)
Yes, Prime Minister
Series 2, Episode 1 - Man OverboardPlans to move a number of military bases to the north of England, in an effort to reduce unemployment levels in the region, a dealt a blow when Sir Humphrey fabricates an inter-Cabinet plot against the PM. With resignations on the cards, Jim has some tricky posturing to pull off.
2am
(repeat)
I'm Alan Partridge
Series 1, Episode 2 - Alan AttractionAlan has failed to get a second TV series and is days away from bankruptcy. Might the charms of receptionist Jill provide some relief?
2am
(repeat)
1834
Episode 4 - Dentists And LoversNed needs root canal work, but 21st century Jason needs lessons in 19th century courting.
2:05am
(repeat)
Peep Show
Series 3, Episode 5 - JuryingJeremy gets called up on jury service but falls for the female defendant, Carla. Mark warns him to stop sleeping with her - it's against the law - but Jeremy ignores him.
2:30am
(repeat)
Early Doors
Series 1, Episode 5Some good news for Melanie hurts Ken. Meanwhile, Phil and Nige own up to an error, Eddie and Joan are all dressed up for their anniversary and Jean's Maltesers are missing. Joe keeps a secret, is Duffy in for a taste of his own medicine?
2:30am
(repeat)
Just A Minute
Episode 18.7: Nicholas Parsons welcomes Kenneth Williams, Derek Nimmo, Gyles Brandreth and Martin Jarvis.
2:30am
(repeat)
The Big Fat Quiz Of The Year
Episode 12 - The Big Fat Quiz Of The 00sJimmy Carr hosts the third and final of the special decade editions. Why did the US briefly rename French Fries? How did the Crazy Frog cause controversy? And what on earth was Touch the Truck?
2:50am
(repeat)
Unzipped
Series 2, Episode 6Example and Jerry Springer join Greg James and Russell Kane for chat, games and bizarre confessions, all based around the results of a unique survey exploring British behaviour.
3:30am
(repeat)
Don't Sit In The Front Row
Series 1, Episode 2Jack Dee is joined by Phill Jupitus, Sue Perkins and Josh Widdicombe, who give four more unfortunate souls a comedy clobbering.
3:35am
(repeat)
Some Girls
Series 1, Episode 1After hearing some upsetting news from her dad, Viva decides to leave home and live with her friends. Elsewhere on the estate, Amber is finding it very hard to dump her boyfriend, despite plenty of varied advice from Viva, Saz and Holli.
4am
(repeat)
Walking The Dogs
Touching comedy drama based on the events of an intruder breaking into the Queen's bedroom. Stars Emma Thompson as the monarch.
5am
(repeat)
Mind Your Own Business!
Episode 6, The Premature Berth: Tycoon Jimmy's lavish new yacht infuriates his head of finance.
5:30am
(repeat)
Chambers
Series 3, Episode 3 - Outward BoundChambers are invited to a team building exercise in the country.