Schedule Friday 7th December 2012
6am
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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.
6:30am
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Waiting For God
Series 2, Episode 9Harvey's latest plan to placate and involve the residents involves a group of local youths. But, as ever, he has an ulterior motive in mind - namely the eviction of Diana.
7am
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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.
7am
(repeat)
Up The Garden Path
Episode 7, The More the Merrier: Charles learns of Izzy's torrid past, when her friends join them for a holiday.
7:30am
(repeat)
Nick Mohammed In Bits
Episode 1 - Witness StatementThere's been a robbery, and Nick dons a police helmet and takes statements.
7:40am
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Waiting For God
Series 2, Episode 10Geoffrey leaves Marion, but quickly realises he has no idea what to do next or where to stay. At Bayview, Diana demands that Harvey has panic alarms installed in every room - but needless to say he has other ideas!
7:45am
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Horrible Histories
Series 4, Episode 6A confused Christopher Columbus declares he has found India and a Georgian woman reveals her very Stupid Death. Also, Victoria and Albert attend the Great Exhibition, and Tsar Peter III brings a very weird case to the Court of Historical Law.
8am
(repeat)
The Navy Lark
Series 7, Episode 13 - Going On Leave To CroydonClassic radio sitcom about life aboard a British Royal Navy frigate.
8:20am
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Bread
Series 1, Episode 5Freddie's sea-faring brother has died and the Boswells decide to arrange a burial at sea.
8:30am
(repeat)
The Burkiss Way
Episode 4.2, Rise from the Grave the Burkiss Way: Dracula and Oedipus Rex get a good going over.
9am
(repeat)
dinnerladies
Series 1, Episode 6 - NightshiftWith Tony too ill to come into work, and his cover so bad-mannered, ill-tempered, horrible and bossy that everyone save Brenda walks out, it's not the best time to have to be open for a rare night shift!
9am
(repeat)
Millport
Series 3, Episode 1 - ReinstatementAs the first ferry of the holiday season chugs into the terminal a familiar figure stands aboard. Irene Bruce is back. In a community where no one agrees, modernisation is a dirty word and the smallest event is of immense importance. Irene wonders why she ever came back when she spent a lifetime trying to escape.
9:05am
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Sadie J
Series 2, Episode 4 - CocolocolisticSadie auditions to get into a new girl band, but when she upsets Kit once too often, he goes all out to get Whitney the gig in Sadie's place.
9:30am
(repeat)
The Brothers
Episode 4; Arson and revolving bow ties - just another day for Nigel and Michael.
9:40am
(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.
10am
(repeat)
Man About The House
Series 5, Episode 3 - A Little KnowledgeThe trio are in desperate need of cash, and Chrissy is determined to find Robin a new job. After browsing the vacancies in the paper, a position selling encyclopaedias door-to-door seems a possibility.
10:20am
(repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances
Suburban snob Hyacinth Bucket devotes her time to monitoring standards and attempting to impress influential people.
11am
(repeat)
My Family
Series 9, Episode 7 - It's Training MenAn undercover assessor for Cavitex, posing as a patient, leads to Ben having to attend a retraining course.
11am
(repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances
Suburban snob Hyacinth Bucket devotes her time to monitoring standards and attempting to impress influential people.
11am
(repeat)
Scoop
Series 1, Episode 8 - Gran Day OutDigby chases a crime gang that has been stealing valuables and replacing them with cakes.
11:30am
(repeat)
ChuckleVision
Series 21, Episode 1 - Prank'dPaul and Barry become the unwitting participants of a hidden camera show. They then set about getting their own back on the host.
11:30am30 min
Polyoaks
Series 2, Episode 5 - The Shaky Shaky HipTo get on in the NHS it helps to play squash. And to play squash it helps if your hip is working. Dr Hugh's isn't - and he hates going to see the doctor.
11:40am
(repeat)
My Family
Series 9, Christmas Special - 2039: A Christmas OddityIt is December 2039, and the Harpers are gathering together to celebrate Christmas. With a 'greed gift exchange', a rival cousin and a Nativity play battle, there may not be too much room for peace and goodwill.
11:40am
(repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 14, Episode 10 - Stop That Castle!With the annual gala parade in the skilful hands of Foggy, Compo and Clegg, how could anything go wrong?
12pm
(repeat)
The Navy Lark
Series 7, Episode 13 - Going On Leave To CroydonClassic radio sitcom about life aboard a British Royal Navy frigate.
12:20pm
(repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 24, Episode 10 - All Of A FlorrieTruly finds out out what it's like when a flirtation from the past turns up with amorous intentions.
12:30pm
(repeat)
The Burkiss Way
Episode 4.2, Rise from the Grave the Burkiss Way: Dracula and Oedipus Rex get a good going over.
12:40pm
(repeat)
Sadie J
Series 2, Episode 4 - CocolocolisticSadie auditions to get into a new girl band, but when she upsets Kit once too often, he goes all out to get Whitney the gig in Sadie's place.
1pm
(repeat)
Steptoe And Son
Series 8, Episode 5 - Upstairs, Downstairs, Upstairs, DownstairsAlbert Steptoe and his son Harold run a rag and bone business. Harold wants to move on in the world and leave home but his plans are always thwarted.
1:05pm
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Hotel Trubble
Series 2, Episode 2 - An Inspector CallsMiss Beasley the hotel inspector is on her way, and on her last visit she found 536 things wrong with the hotel. Things had better improve, otherwise the staff are up for the chop.
1:40pm
(repeat)
Bread
Series 1, Episode 5Freddie's sea-faring brother has died and the Boswells decide to arrange a burial at sea.
2:15pm45 min
On Mardle Fen
Series 5, Episode 4 - Dillie's DayPolish waitress Zofia has a surprise communication from her brother, who is coming to Britain for a short visit.
2:20pm
(repeat)
dinnerladies
Series 1, Episode 6 - NightshiftWith Tony too ill to come into work, and his cover so bad-mannered, ill-tempered, horrible and bossy that everyone save Brenda walks out, it's not the best time to have to be open for a rare night shift!
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.
3:20pm
(repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 27, Episode 3 - Has Anyone Seen Barry's Midlife CrisisHoward makes a bold bid for freedom via a bedroom window.
3:40pm
(repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances
Suburban snob Hyacinth Bucket devotes her time to monitoring standards and attempting to impress influential people.
4:15pm
(repeat)
Barbara
Series 1, Episode 2 - RivalsTed's car is highjacked by Mr Spock, leaving him - as a taxi driver - somewhat disadvantaged. At the surgery, Barbara and Doreen are aching for the attentions of new arrival Doctor Brown, and at the TV station new weather girl Karen has her eyes very much set on Martin...
4:20pm
(repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances
Suburban snob Hyacinth Bucket devotes her time to monitoring standards and attempting to impress influential people.
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 9, Episode 7 - It's Training MenAn undercover assessor for Cavitex, posing as a patient, leads to Ben having to attend a retraining course.
5pm
(repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 14, Episode 10 - Stop That Castle!With the annual gala parade in the skilful hands of Foggy, Compo and Clegg, how could anything go wrong?
5pm
(repeat)
5:20pm
(repeat)
Man About The House
Series 5, Episode 4 - Love And Let LoveTwo's company but three's a crowd, as the old saying goes. And so it proves to be the case when first Chrissy, and then Robin, hope to have some privacy in the flat for the evening!
5:30pm30 min
The Revolting World Of Stanley Brown
Episode 12 - HiccupalypseStanley's neighbour, Jess, claims that she can burp the loudest. Not one to be out-done, Stanley builds a machine to help him create the loudest burp ever.
5:30pm
(repeat)
Up The Garden Path
Episode 7, The More the Merrier: Charles learns of Izzy's torrid past, when her friends join them for a holiday.
5:40pm
(repeat)
My Family
Series 9, Christmas Special - 2039: A Christmas OddityIt is December 2039, and the Harpers are gathering together to celebrate Christmas. With a 'greed gift exchange', a rival cousin and a Nativity play battle, there may not be too much room for peace and goodwill.
5:40pm
(repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 24, Episode 10 - All Of A FlorrieTruly finds out out what it's like when a flirtation from the past turns up with amorous intentions.
6pm
(repeat)
Little Crackers
Little Crackers 2011, Episode 3 - Jane Horrocks' Little CrackerBad hair and a unique talent are unveiled in a short inspired by the life and times of Jane Horrocks.
6:15pm
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Little Crackers
Little Crackers 2011, Episode 4 - Harry Hill's Little CrackerIt's all about that father-(puppet)son bond in a short inspired, written and directed by Harry Hill.
6:20pm
(repeat)
Steptoe And Son
Series 8, Episode 5 - Upstairs, Downstairs, Upstairs, DownstairsAlbert Steptoe and his son Harold run a rag and bone business. Harold wants to move on in the world and leave home but his plans are always thwarted.
6:30pm30 min
Elis James' Pantheon Of Heroes
Series 2, Episode 1 - The Welsh AbroadElis James compares key figures in Welsh history to determine Wales' ultimate heroes.
6:30pm30 min
The Now Show
Series 38, Episode 5Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present the week via topical stand-up and sketches. With Jon Holmes, Laura Shavin, Mitch Benn and special guest Holly Walsh.
6:30pm
(repeat)
Red Dwarf
Better Than Life, Episode 5: Lister awaits rescue. And waits. And waits. Back on the ship, however, time behaves oddly.
7pm
(repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley
Series 3, Episode 4 - SummerWhen could be worse to suffer more than a fortnight without running water, than during a summer heatwave? It's all down to demand in the region, and fortunately the water company have a plan to resolve it. It'll make millionaires of some Dibley residents, but have long-reaching consequences.
7pm
(repeat)
The Navy Lark
Series 7, Episode 13 - Going On Leave To CroydonClassic radio sitcom about life aboard a British Royal Navy frigate.
7:20pm
(repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 27, Episode 3 - Has Anyone Seen Barry's Midlife CrisisHoward makes a bold bid for freedom via a bedroom window.
7:30pm
(repeat)
The Burkiss Way
Episode 4.2, Rise from the Grave the Burkiss Way: Dracula and Oedipus Rex get a good going over.
7:50pm
(repeat)
Bring Me Morecambe And Wise
Episode 3 - At Home With Eric And ErnGOLD's five-part tribute to the comedy duo here focuses on their home-based sketches, and explains how they came to share a bed.
8:30pm
(repeat)
Outnumbered
Series 4, Episode 4There is a lot to discuss at Ben's parents' evening including muggers, dangerous chemicals and re-enactments of the Great Plague. Mum is still suspicious Jake is hiding something and Karen decides which of the world's great religions to lead.
8:30pm30 min
Spy
Series 2, Episode 8 - Codename: Double OhAfter discovering he has an apparent-genius MI5 body double, Tim agrees to compete for custody of Marcus. Moritz, meanwhile, is asking for trouble when, crossing all sorts of lines, he tries to woo a hostage's anxious girlfriend.
8:50pm
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One Foot In The Grave
Series 3, Christmas Special - The Man In The Long Black CoatSeven months after Patrick gunned down one hundred of his garden gnomes in cold blood, Victor still has a score to settle with his next-door neighbour. Meanwhile, down on his allotment all is not what it would appear with a pile of horse manure bought from a dodgy character.
9pm
(repeat)
Dara O'Briain: This Is The Show
Recorded for DVD in 2010, Dara O'Briain presents his stand-up show in front of a live audience.
9pm30 min
Have I Got News For You
Series 44, Episode 8Popular news quiz with team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop, guest host David Mitchell and guest panellists Susan Calman and Janet Street-Porter.
9pm
(repeat)
Gavin & Stacey
Series 3, Episode 3Bryn is in his element as he awaits the arrival of his house guests - all the Essex boys are coming down for a big night out in Cardiff and having a sleepover at his place.
9pm60 min
Peter Kay - In Conversation
One-off chat show programme in which Danny Baker interviews Peter Kay about his phenomenally successful career.
9:30pm30 min
John Bishop's Big Year
Episode 2John Bishop looks at the highs and lows of the royal family, from Prince Harry to the Queen's Jubilee, and he digs out some of the biggest success stories of the year.
9:30pm
(repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 7, Highlights Special - Stand-Up Highlights SpecialRussell Howard offers up a special episode of stand-up from all the rising stars of comedy who featured in the current series, with performances from Daniel Sloss, Mae Martin, Nathan Caton, Reggie Watts, Andrew Ryan, Glenn Wool and Marcel Lucont.
9:40pm
(repeat)
Gavin & Stacey
Series 3, Episode 4Gavin is uncomfortable with Gwen and Bryn knowing the ins and outs of his and Stacey's sex life. Meanwhile, Smithy goes beyond the call of friendship by making a staggering suggestion.
10pm
(repeat)
Only Fools And Horses
Series 1, Christmas Special - Christmas CrackersIt's anthracite roast potatoes and green stuff all round - Grandad's cooking Christmas dinner! Trouble is, Rodney's in danger of dying of boredom. Then the glittering attractions of the Monte Carlo club beckon...
10pm
(repeat)
10pm30 min
10pm
(repeat)
Impractical Jokers
Series 1, Episode 4The four comedians convince complete strangers into taking a ridiculous amount of photos of them, force each other to offer unhelpful advice at a garden centre and risk total embarrassment carrying out bizarre instructions during a CPR demonstration.
10pm
(repeat)
Nick Mohammed In Bits
Episode 1 - Witness StatementThere's been a robbery, and Nick dons a police helmet and takes statements.
10pm65 min
Alan Carr: Chatty Man
Series 9, Episode 12 - Michael McIntyre, Keith Lemon, Will.i.amAlan is joined in the studio by top funny man Michael McIntyre who tells Alan all about his latest stand-up DVD; while Celebrity Juice host Keith Lemon spills the beans about his new autobiography, Being Keith; and The Voice judge and Black Eye Peas star Will.i.am pops in for a chat.
10pm60 min
A League Of Their Own
Series 6, Episode 7A familiar face is welcomed back into the fold this week. Alongside Olympic champion and Strictly hopeful Victoria Pendleton and funny lady Sarah Millican, former Red John Bishop makes a triumphant return.
10:20pm
(repeat)
Mock The Week
Series 5, Episode 8Alun Cochrane is the guest Hugh Dennis and Frankie Boyle's team. Meanwhile Russell Howard and Andy Parsons get Ed Byrne.
10:30pm
(repeat)
Goodness Gracious Me
Episode 3.3: The Kapoors tee-off on the golf course and the Delhi Students take a train to Southend-on-Sea.
10:35pm45 min
The Graham Norton Show
Series 12, Episode 7 - Daniel Radcliffe, Jessica Ennis, Ricky Gervais, Bruno MarsDaniel Radcliffe talks about being naked, Jessica Ennis says she still has goals to achieve, and Ricky Gervais explains those gold lamé hotpants, while Bruno Mars performs live in the studio.
10:45pm
(repeat)
The League Of Gentlemen
Christmas SpecialVicar Bernice has an unforgettable Christmas Eve when she is forced to listen to three spooky Christmas tales told by her parishioners.
11pm
(repeat)
Dave's One Night Stand
Series 4, Episode 4 - Milton JonesBritain's funniest Milton, Milton Jones, performs from his hometown of Richmond. Joining him is Jason Cook, James Acaster and Chris Stokes.
11pm
(repeat)
Some Girls
Series 1, Episode 5Amber struggles to cope with her feelings for her ex-boyfriend Brandon, especially now that he's going to be a daddy. Viva is asked to manage an anti-bullying presentation at school - and to look after bullying victim, Ruby. Saz and Ruby do not get on.
11pm
(repeat)
Tales From The Tower
Episode 2, The Last Waltz: From Blackpool Tower, caretaker Bob spies on a troubled tea dance with a drag spectacular.
11:05pm
(repeat)
Rich Hall: Hell No I Ain't Happy
Stand-up and music from American comedian Rich Hall, including songs from his country and western singer alter-ego Otis Lee Crenshaw.
11:05pm30 min
Gittins
Pilot starring David Earl as Brian Gittins, a cab driver in a small town. Ricky Gervais is the Executive Producer.
11:15pm
(repeat)
Father Ted
A selection of episodes from the first and third series of Channel 4's most successful sitcom.
11:30pm
(repeat)
Live At The Apollo
Series 8, Episode 3 - Kevin Bridges, Sara Pascoe, Phill JupitusKevin Bridges introduces stand-up from the world-famous Hammersmith Apollo. He is joined by Sara Pascoe and Phill Jupitus.
11:30pm
(repeat)
Dial M For Pizza
Episode 4: The sketch show takes to the rails for Dr Terror's House of Pizza.
11:35pm
(repeat)
Full English
Episode 4 - Bank To The FutureEdgar decides it's time for his eldest son Dusty to finally make something of himself, but he's horrified when Dusty lands a job as a banker.
Midnight
(repeat)
The Catherine Tate Show
Series 3, Episode 2Lauren joins the cheerleaders to impress Ryan, 50s landlady Ma Willow makes her first appearance and Nan has a mouse in her house.
Midnight
(repeat)
Al Murray The Pub Landlord: Beautiful British Tour Live At The O2
The Pub Landlord brings his 2009 Beautiful British Tour to London's O2.
Midnight
(repeat)
Don't Sit In The Front Row
Series 1, Episode 6Milton Jones, Gina Yashere and Joe Lycett team up on four more Front Rowers as they trawl through their lives looking for as many laughs as possible.
12:05am
(repeat)
Green Wing
Series 1, Episode 7 - Tangled WebsNow dumped by Joanna, Alan tries to find something else to take his mind off things, so he tries religion, under the guidance of the rather attractive hospital chaplin. Martin gets his exams results back but is too nervous to read them, and Guy prepares for his World Guyball Championship semi-final.
12:05am
(repeat)
Alan Carr: Chatty Man
Series 9, Episode 12 - Michael McIntyre, Keith Lemon, Will.i.amAlan is joined in the studio by top funny man Michael McIntyre who tells Alan all about his latest stand-up DVD; while Celebrity Juice host Keith Lemon spills the beans about his new autobiography, Being Keith; and The Voice judge and Black Eye Peas star Will.i.am pops in for a chat.
12:10am
(repeat)
The British Comedy Awards
Episode 1 - Nomination Show 2012In this comedy extravaganza Channel 4 will reveal which of Britain's funniest men and women have been nominated for the 2012 British Comedy Awards.
12:30am
(repeat)
The Catherine Tate Show
Series 3, Episode 3Derek Faye meets Bonnie Langford, Lauren receives a proposal, Nan has a new neighbour from upstairs and Bernie's brothers and sisters from Ireland come for a visit.
12:30am
(repeat)
Steve Coogan Live: The Man Who Thinks He's It
Steve Coogan stars as some of his best known characters including Alan Partridge, Paul and Pauline Calf, and Tony Ferrino. From 1998.
12:30am
(repeat)
Red Dwarf
Better Than Life, Episode 5: Lister awaits rescue. And waits. And waits. Back on the ship, however, time behaves oddly.
12:45am
(repeat)
Misfits
Series 4, Episode 6The gang spend a long night at a wild house party where they are stalked by a mysterious killer rabbit.
1am
(repeat)
Impractical Jokers
Series 1, Episode 4The four comedians convince complete strangers into taking a ridiculous amount of photos of them, force each other to offer unhelpful advice at a garden centre and risk total embarrassment carrying out bizarre instructions during a CPR demonstration.
1:05am
(repeat)
The Ricky Gervais Show
Series 3, Episode 5 - Karl's DayKarl describes a typical day in his life, which includes spending time alone working on DIY projects.
1:10am
(repeat)
The League Of Gentlemen
Christmas SpecialVicar Bernice has an unforgettable Christmas Eve when she is forced to listen to three spooky Christmas tales told by her parishioners.
1:30am
(repeat)
Him & Her
Series 3, Episode 4 - The Father-In-LawSteve and Becky have been burgled. While they tidy up, Steve takes the opportunity to ask Becky's dad a big question.
2am
(repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 7, Highlights Special - Stand-Up Highlights SpecialRussell Howard offers up a special episode of stand-up from all the rising stars of comedy who featured in the current series, with performances from Daniel Sloss, Mae Martin, Nathan Caton, Reggie Watts, Andrew Ryan, Glenn Wool and Marcel Lucont.
2am
(repeat)
Millport
Series 3, Episode 1 - ReinstatementAs the first ferry of the holiday season chugs into the terminal a familiar figure stands aboard. Irene Bruce is back. In a community where no one agrees, modernisation is a dirty word and the smallest event is of immense importance. Irene wonders why she ever came back when she spent a lifetime trying to escape.
2:10am
(repeat)
Green Wing
Series 1, Episode 7 - Tangled WebsNow dumped by Joanna, Alan tries to find something else to take his mind off things, so he tries religion, under the guidance of the rather attractive hospital chaplin. Martin gets his exams results back but is too nervous to read them, and Guy prepares for his World Guyball Championship semi-final.
2:30am
(repeat)
Some Girls
Series 1, Episode 5Amber struggles to cope with her feelings for her ex-boyfriend Brandon, especially now that he's going to be a daddy. Viva is asked to manage an anti-bullying presentation at school - and to look after bullying victim, Ruby. Saz and Ruby do not get on.
2:30am
(repeat)
The Brothers
Episode 4; Arson and revolving bow ties - just another day for Nigel and Michael.
5am
(repeat)
5:30am
(repeat)
Little Crackers
Little Crackers 2010, Episode 12 - Meera Syal's Little CrackerUncle Satnam steps out from Santa's shadow in an autobiographical short written by and starring Meera Syal. Filmed in 3D.
5:30am
(repeat)
Up The Garden Path
Episode 7, The More the Merrier: Charles learns of Izzy's torrid past, when her friends join them for a holiday.
5:45am
(repeat)
Little Crackers
Little Crackers 2010, Episode 5 - Stephen Fry's Little CrackerSomeone's sweet tooth lands him in trouble in an autobiographical short written by and starring Stephen Fry.