Schedule Tuesday 20th June 2017
6am
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Man About The House
Series 2, Episode 4 - Did You Ever Meet Rommel?It's the Ropers' 20th wedding anniversary, and with George unwilling to mark it of his own initiative, Chrissy invites the couple to dinner. Robin, however, has already invited a German course-mate.
6am
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Minder
Series 4, Episode 8 - Willesden SuiteTerry's job as security for the local Rotary Club offers Arthur a chance to gain some much-needed respectability when he is invited to speak at a function.
7:10am
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The Piglet Files
Series 2, Episode 6 - The Hunt For Red DecoderMI5 have a spot of luck in liberating a highly sensitive encoding/decoding machine from a Soviet submarine - they're less able, however, to get it to work. As MI5 and the KGB chase the device across England, a Chapman finally has some luck with the machine - but it's not Peter!
7:25am
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Dennis The Menace & Gnasher
CBBC series based on the popular Beano comic character Dennis and his dog, Gnasher.
7:30am
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Alexei Sayle's Imaginary Sandwich Bar
Series 1, Episode 2 - Political BeliefsAlexei explores his political beliefs system, looking back at his childhood in a communist household, his career as a drug-dealer and his physical attraction to Boris Johnson.
7:35am
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Sorry!
Series 3, Episode 2 - You're Going NowhereTim goes away for the weekend - and plans a holiday.
7:45am
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Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 37 - Mount Rushmore, USAWhen the Grimbots add Glitch's face to those of the presidents on Mount Rushmore they cause a major mudslide.
8am
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Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 38 - Caernarfon Castle, WalesHow will the Go Jetters retrieve Xuli's treasured 'Academy Ace' flying trophy from Caernarfon Castle?
8am
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Steptoe And Son
Oh, What a Beautiful Mourning: The family clash at Albert's brother's funeral.
8:10am
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The Thin Blue Line
Series 2, Episode 2 - Ism Ism IsmFaced with arresting a failed asylum seeker ready for deportation, Fowler trains his staff in equality by pretending to be a Martian dissident. Meanwhile, Grim has been turned down by the Freemasons and is now trying to become a member of the Order of Todgers.
8:20am
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Little Roy
Series 1, Episode 22 - Roy's ResortRoy is disappointed that he is not going on holiday like Tristan and his family. He decides to save up and pay for a family holiday.
8:25am
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Justin's House
Series 2, Episode 19 - Just In A DreamRobert invents a dream machine to discover the funny thing that Justin is dreaming about.
8:30am
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The Men From The Ministry
Bye Bye Mildred: The bumbling civil servants' secretary is set to be lured away.
8:35am
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Hank Zipzer
Series 3, Episode 10 - Captain Hank And The Last PicksHank has been drinking cans of Goodness Fizz in order to win games equipment for the school.
8:50am
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One Foot In The Grave
Series 2, Episode 6 - Timeless TimeVictor is unable to sleep. Things get so desperate that he contemplates opening Ronnie and Mildred's Christmas present from last year.
9am
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Monarch Of The Glen
Series 3, Episode 5Comedy drama set in the Scottish Highlands, based on the comic novels of Compton Mackenzie.
9am
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Timmy Time
Spin-off from Shaun The Sheep for the CBeebies channel, featuring Timmy the baby lamb and his friends.
9am
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Hank Zipzer
Series 3, Episode 11 - Christmas In JulyOnly Hank Zipzer would think of holding Christmas in the middle of summer.
9am
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9:25am
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Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 30 - PullingThe Twirlywoos watch a carpenter at work. They see her measuring wood with a tape measure.
9:30am
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Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 29th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
9:30am
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Sooty
Series 2, Episode 15 - The Rainy DayWith heavy rain closing the park and leaks in the caravan roof, Richard's spirits are certainly dampened. Can expert plumbers Sooty and Sweep solve the problem or is everybody in for a super soaking?
9:30am
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Getting Nowhere Fast
Episode 2.1: Back at the Cyber Pass cafe, Chantal's biological clock is ticking, so the hunt is on.
10:55am
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The Dog Ate My Homework
Series 4, Episode 2Iain Stirling is joined by child team captains Sara and Mykee-D as well as special guests Sam and Mark, Dodge T Dog and Sam Battersea.
11am
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Minder
Series 4, Episode 9 - WindowsArthur plans to become a major player in the fitness industry by opening an aerobics studio. Terry gets involved with two Italian families when the daughter of one family walks out on her husband.
11:30am
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Porridge
Series 2, Episode 5 - Happy ReleaseFletch arrives in the prison hospital with a broken ankle to find that old man Blanco has lost his treasured possessions to soon-to-be-released Norris. Worried he's nearing death, Blanco offers Fletch his last item: a map...
12pm
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Steptoe And Son
Oh, What a Beautiful Mourning: The family clash at Albert's brother's funeral.
12:10pm
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 6, Episode 6 - Little ProblemsRodney's wedding is approaching and Del has promised him money for the deposit on his new flat. However, he's also unknowingly promised the same money to the Driscoll brothers, two local thugs who he inadvertently did business with. Will it be Rodney's hopes or Del's body to take a beating?
12:15pm
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There Was A Young Lady
Super-efficient secretary Elizabeth Foster circumvents the schemes of smash-and grab gangsters.
12:30pm
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Roy
Series 3, Episode 10 - Konnichi RoyRoy becomes so immersed in Japanese culture for a school project that he ends up turning totally manga. Roy's knowledge of Japan may end up saving the day for Mr Hammond.
12:30pm
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The Men From The Ministry
Bye Bye Mildred: The bumbling civil servants' secretary is set to be lured away.
12:55pm
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Shaun The Sheep
Series 3, Episode 11 - Film NightBitzer discovers Shaun watching old home movies in the barn. He joins him to share some fond memories of life on the farm. However, they don't like everything they see. Things get heated as the pair try to outdo each other by showing embarrassing clips from each other's past. Is this the end of a beautiful friendship?
1pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 1, Episode 2 - Inventor Of The Forty Foot FerretBlamire thinks it's about time that Compo went to church.
1:05pm
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Shaun The Sheep
Series 3, Episode 12 - FossilsBitzer has a map and a nose for hidden treasure - especially when it's a bone. This time he has unearthed more than he can chew. Shaun and the Flock get stuck in to help discover what he has found. It's beyond everyone's wildest dreams.
1:10pm
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Strange Hill High
Series 1, Episode 12 - Becky Vs BockyBecky sets her heart on defeating perennial School President Stephanie Bethany. A clay sculpture of Templeton's gaining sentience appears to offer sure-fire electoral success.
1:20pm
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 4, Episode 2 - Strained RelationsIt's Grandad's funeral. His brother, Uncle Albert, attempts to comfort Rodney, who's distraught and disgusted with the rest of the family's jovial manner. But it's soon Del who's in a black mood, when Albert's side of the family disappear without him...
1:25pm
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Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 30 - PullingThe Twirlywoos watch a carpenter at work. They see her measuring wood with a tape measure.
1:40pm
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Waiting For God
Series 5, Episode 3Diana's exasperated by Tom's patriotism and reverence when Harvey excitedly reveals that Bayview is expecting a royal visit. But at least it offers another chance to punish the idiot Bains.
1:45pm
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Little Roy
Series 1, Episode 22 - Roy's ResortRoy is disappointed that he is not going on holiday like Tristan and his family. He decides to save up and pay for a family holiday.
2pm
(repeat)
The Thin Blue Line
Series 2, Episode 2 - Ism Ism IsmFaced with arresting a failed asylum seeker ready for deportation, Fowler trains his staff in equality by pretending to be a Martian dissident. Meanwhile, Grim has been turned down by the Freemasons and is now trying to become a member of the Order of Todgers.
2:20pm
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 1, Episode 4 - Women's TroublesSharon and Dave are officially a couple. Tracey thinks she's pregnant, leading Dorien to set her up with her gynaecologist. It turns out to be a false alarm. Sharon on the other hand receives some surprising news, but it isn't great timing.
2:30pm
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Ask A Policeman
A repeat of this 1939 film.
2:40pm
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Sorry!
Series 3, Episode 2 - You're Going NowhereTim goes away for the weekend - and plans a holiday.
3pm
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Goodnight Sweetheart
Series 5, Episode 5 - Pennies From HeavenWith a financial crisis looming, Gary has to do what he promised he would never do - interfere with history. But history bites back.
3pm
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Dennis The Menace & Gnasher
CBBC series based on the popular Beano comic character Dennis and his dog, Gnasher.
3:10pm
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Zig And Zag
Episode 26 - Superzag & WonderzigAfter watching a superhero movie, Zig and Zag find their calling - they will become superheroes themselves.
3:20pm
(repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 29th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
3:40pm
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Porridge
Series 3, Episode 1 - A Storm In A TeacupHarris steals some pills from the Medical Officer, but manages to dispose of them when stopped by Mackay. Grouty is concerned the theft may lift the lid on his own thefts so ropes in Fletcher to replace the pills. Where will Fletcher find new medication before the end of the lunch hour?
4pm
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Tons Of Trouble
Mr Pastry loses his job but then finds himself sought after by a wealthy man who needs him to close a deal.
4pm
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Monarch Of The Glen
Series 3, Episode 5Comedy drama set in the Scottish Highlands, based on the comic novels of Compton Mackenzie.
4pm
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The Museum Of Curiosity
Gallery 2, Episode 4 - Meeting TenWith American comedian John Hodgman, naturalist Charlotte Uhlenbroek and psychologist Oliver James.
4:15pm
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Man About The House
Series 2, Episode 5 - Two Foot Two, Eyes Of BlueChrissy and Robin take Jo's place babysitting for a neighbour when she manages to double book herself, arranging a date on the same evening. Could romance finally blossom?
4:20pm
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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.
4:30pm
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4:30pm
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The Six Mothers-In-Law Of Henry VIII
Episode 3With Henry suffering from a surfeit of mothers-in-law, perhaps his luck will change with Jane Seymour.
4:45pm
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4:50pm
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Rising Damp
Series 2, Episode 5 - A Perfect GentlemanRigsby's found a new lodger for the house; the charming gentleman Seymour, staying in town away from his country estate. Philip and Alan aren't quite as convinced of his authenticity though.
5:20pm
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Only Fools And Horses
A selection of four episodes from Britain's most popular sitcom.
5:20pm
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George & Mildred
Series 2, Episode 2 - All Around The ClockGeorge hasn't been allowed to forget his wedding anniversary, and buys Mildred a carriage clock. Meanwhile, the Fourmiles return from a 'winter holiday' to find their house burgled.
5:30pm
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Alexei Sayle's Imaginary Sandwich Bar
Series 1, Episode 2 - Political BeliefsAlexei explores his political beliefs system, looking back at his childhood in a communist household, his career as a drug-dealer and his physical attraction to Boris Johnson.
6pm
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Waiting For God
Series 5, Episode 3Diana's exasperated by Tom's patriotism and reverence when Harvey excitedly reveals that Bayview is expecting a royal visit. But at least it offers another chance to punish the idiot Bains.
6pm
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Scream Street
Series 1, Episode 19 - Homework From HellLuke is used to putting off his homework but the more he puts it off, the bigger the burden grows. Until eventually his homework turns into an unmanageable monster.
6pm
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Terry Pratchett's Wyrd Sisters
Episode 2Can the witches save the baby heir to the throne and the crown?
6:30pm
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Alexei Sayle's Imaginary Sandwich Bar
Series 1, Episode 3 - CareerismAlexei reveals the surprising reason he disappeared from our TV screens in the 1990's, recounts a chance meeting with Ed Miliband, discusses rampant nepotism in most coveted careers and draws a striking comparisons between capitalism and all you can eat buffets.
6:35pm
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Dennis The Menace & Gnasher
CBBC series based on the popular Beano comic character Dennis and his dog, Gnasher.
6:40pm
(repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 1, Episode 2 - Inventor Of The Forty Foot FerretBlamire thinks it's about time that Compo went to church.
6:50pm
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Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 10 - Jeopardy MouseWhen the Baron rearranges the countries of the world Danger Mouse reluctantly joins forces with his American counterpart, Jeopardy Mouse, and takes New Zealand for a spin.
7pm
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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.
7pm
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Steptoe And Son
Oh, What a Beautiful Mourning: The family clash at Albert's brother's funeral.
7:20pm
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Episode 5Hyacinth calls Richard out of an important meeting when Daddy disappears - apparently to get married!
7:30pm
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The Men From The Ministry
Bye Bye Mildred: The bumbling civil servants' secretary is set to be lured away.
7:50pm
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8pm
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A League Of Their Own
Series 11, Episode 3The guys are joined by former West Ham United and Queens Park Rangers manager Harry Redknapp, comedian David Walliams and the UK's number one female tennis player, Johanna Konta.
8:05pm
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9pm
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One Foot In The Grave
Series 5, Episode 3 - Rearranging The DustVictor and Margaret visit a solicitor to sort out some legal matters. But a long, non-eventful wait then brings more misery.
9pm
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A League Of Their Own
US Road Trip 2.0, Episode 3The third leg of Jack, Jamie and Freddie's epic road trip takes them to Miami, where they are set the ultimate deep-sea fishing goal: to catch a shark.
9pm
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Benidorm
Series 7, Episode 5Solana Group CEO Crystal Hennessy-Vass sweeps into the resort and takes Joyce out to lunch.
9pm
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Taskmaster
Series 2, Episode 1 - Fear Of FailureThe opening episode of Series 2 features one of the greatest sporting moments in television history. And it involves a potato.
9pm
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Trollied
Series 6, Episode 5It's Gavin and Cheryl's 11-month anniversary so Gavin plans a romantic afternoon. But when Duncan catches wind of their plans he starts to meddle...
9:20pm
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Gavin & Stacey
Series 2, Episode 3Stacey's getting used to being an 'Essex wife' but it's not as exciting as she'd hoped.
9:30pm
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Trollied
Series 6, Episode 6Duncan takes great delight in announcing the failure of Gavin's health food drive, while Neville is roped into giving Linda driving lessons.
9:40pm
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One Foot In The Grave
Series 5, Episode 4 - Hole In The SkyMargaret's in for a number of shocks as Victor helps a young Dutch girl to get back on her feet and a pair of eccentric builders arrive to embark on a loft conversion.
10pm60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo
Series 7, Episode 8 - Jack Whitehall, Josh Widdicombe, Shappi KhorsandiHost Jack Whitehall leads the way for Josh Widdicombe and Shappi Khorsandi.
10pm
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Miranda
Series 2, Episode 4 - A New LowThere's a new girl on the scene this week and Miranda and Stevie find it tough going to keep up with her youthful energy and frenetic lifestyle.
10pm65 min
The Baby Boomers' Guide To Growing Old
Episode 2This time the baby boomers take a wry look at the ageing process, exploring some unusual ways to roll back the years.
10pm
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10pm
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Room 101
Series 5, Episode 6 - Claudia Winkleman, John Humphrys, Russell KaneStrictly presenter Claudia Winkleman, Mastermind host John Humphrys and comedian Russell Kane try to get rid of skiing, summer, and audiences that are always whooping.
10pm
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Alexei Sayle's Imaginary Sandwich Bar
Series 1, Episode 2 - Political BeliefsAlexei explores his political beliefs system, looking back at his childhood in a communist household, his career as a drug-dealer and his physical attraction to Boris Johnson.
10pm55 min
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 20, Episode 6In their quest to uncover the nation's most popular talking points, Rob is joined by Ella Eyre and Joe Wilkinson, while Aisling's team is Pamela Anderson and Kerry Godliman.
10:20pm
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Goodnight Sweetheart
Series 5, Episode 6 - We Don't Want To Lose You...Gary's false wartime identity finally catches up with him.
10:30pm
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Revolting People
Series 2, Episode 5 - A Bunch More Trying TimesMary is wooed by a newly arrived captain. Little does she know, he has recently been named Cad of the Year by the Bounder's Gazette.
10:40pm
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Room 101
Series 5, Episode 8 - John Torode, Russell Howard, Katherine ParkinsonMasterchef's John Torode, stand-up Russell Howard, and actress Katherine Parkinson attempt to assign massive pepper grinders, dreams and women who cross their legs when having their photo taken into Room 101.
11pm
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Peep Show
Series 8, Episode 6 - Quantocking IIDobby is offered a job in New York by ex-boyfriend Simon. Uncertain about the offer, Dobby suggests that she and Mark spend a weekend in the country. The perfect time, as far as Jeremy is concerned, to get a few things off his chest.
11pm
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Liam Williams - Ladhood
Series 1, Episode 3 - TruantsMisanthropic comedian Liam Williams tells of his teenage misadventures in the Yorkshire suburbs through evocative monologues and flashback scenes.
11pm
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Craig Brown's Lost Diaries
Episode 1 - January & FebruaryBarack Obama and Barbara Cartland turn their thoughts to new starts.
11:20pm
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Mock The Week
Series 9, Episode 6Dara O'Briain, Hugh Dennis, Russell Howard, Andy Parsons and guests appear on a highlights edition of the show.
11:30pm
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Twenty Players
Episode 6, Hugo De Vries: Forgotten sporting heroes. Steve Rider tells the story of the reckless but exciting racing driver.
11:35pm
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The Royle Family
Series 3, Christmas Special - The Royle Family At ChristmasIt's Christmas Day, and Baby David's first birthday. It's also the Royles' first opportunity to meet Emma's parents, who leave Jim with a sour taste in the mouth. However, an unexpected present soon puts a smile back on his hairy face.
11:45pm
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Steven Appleby's Normal Life
Episode 6, Normal Work: Pondering his life as a cartoonist proves to be more dangerous and revealing than intended.
Midnight
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Jimmy Carr: Being Funny
A live performance of Jimmy Carr's 2011 stand-up show from Birmingham Symphony Hall.
Midnight
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Taskmaster
Series 2, Episode 1 - Fear Of FailureThe opening episode of Series 2 features one of the greatest sporting moments in television history. And it involves a potato.
Midnight
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Terry Pratchett's Wyrd Sisters
Episode 2Can the witches save the baby heir to the throne and the crown?
12:20am
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French And Saunders
Series 5, Episode 2Targets tonight include Mel Gibson's film Braveheart, the luxurious lifestyle enjoyed by Jackie Onassis, and singer Bjork. With guest Patsy Kensit.
1am
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Crashing
Episode 6Anthony and Lulu look for Kate, but does Kate want to be found? Colin and Melody attempt to get back to normal, and Sam's life begins to unravel.
1am60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo
Series 7, Episode 8 - Jack Whitehall, Josh Widdicombe, Shappi KhorsandiHost Jack Whitehall leads the way for Josh Widdicombe and Shappi Khorsandi.
1am
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Duck Quacks Don't Echo
Series 2, Episode 3Lee Mack and Johnny Vegas, Mel Giedroyc and Freddie Flintoff test some facts.
1:05am
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QI
Series E, Christmas Special - EmpireA Christmas special with Jo Brand, Bill Bailey and Sean Lock.
1:10am
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 1, Episode 4 - Women's TroublesSharon and Dave are officially a couple. Tracey thinks she's pregnant, leading Dorien to set her up with her gynaecologist. It turns out to be a false alarm. Sharon on the other hand receives some surprising news, but it isn't great timing.
1:30am
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Bo' Selecta!
Sketch comedy series starring Leigh Francis as Avid Merrion, Transylvania's biggest celebrity fan.
1:30am
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Safeword
Series 1, Episode 280s pop legend Sinitta and Geordie Shore's Charlotte Crosby are under scrutiny. Joining the teams as guests are comics Iain Stirling and Jason Byrne.
1:35am
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On The Buses
Series 7, Episode 6 - On The OmnibusesThere is a celebration at Luxton & District marking 50 years of motor buses. Exhausted from a new working schedule, Stan sits down to feel the comfort in the company's first ever motor bus and promptly falls asleep, dreaming of the day it was introduced...
1:45am
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Room 101
Series 5, Episode 6 - Claudia Winkleman, John Humphrys, Russell KaneStrictly presenter Claudia Winkleman, Mastermind host John Humphrys and comedian Russell Kane try to get rid of skiing, summer, and audiences that are always whooping.
1:55am
(repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 20, Episode 6In their quest to uncover the nation's most popular talking points, Rob is joined by Ella Eyre and Joe Wilkinson, while Aisling's team is Pamela Anderson and Kerry Godliman.
2am
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London Irish
A repeat-run of the entire first series of the Channel 4 sitcom.
2am
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The Smell Of Reeves And Mortimer
Vic Reeves and Bob Mortimer offer up their unique brand of off-the-wall humour.
2am
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Duck Quacks Don't Echo
Series 2, Episode 4Lee Mack is joined by Richard Madeley, Denise Van Outen and Jason Manford.
2am
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On The Buses
Series 7, Episode 7 - Goodbye StanWith the cost of living heading ever-upwards, Stan's had enough and decides to apply for a different job: at a car factory. In the north!
2am
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Paul Chowdhry: What's Happening White People?
TV broadcast of Paul Chowdhry's 2012 stand-up show.
2:15am
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Red Dwarf
Series X, Episode 1 - TrojanThe Dwarfer's mining ship is still creaking though the wastelands of unchartered deep space, but the posse soon stumble upon the mysteriously abandoned SS Trojan. As they inspect the ship, Rimmer receives an SOS distress call from an old foe and is suddenly faced with the dilemma of his life.
2:20am
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Tommy Cooper
Episode 5Tommy Cooper presents his own show, with sketches and special guests. Featuring Bernard Cribbins, aiding Cooper in his illusion of the week.
2:35am
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Vic Reeves Big Night Out
Cult comedy in which Vic Reeves and Bob Mortimer present some very surreal comedy.
3am
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Vic Reeves Big Night Out
Cult comedy in which Vic Reeves and Bob Mortimer present some very surreal comedy.
4am
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The Museum Of Curiosity
Gallery 2, Episode 4 - Meeting TenWith American comedian John Hodgman, naturalist Charlotte Uhlenbroek and psychologist Oliver James.
4:30am
(repeat)
The Six Mothers-In-Law Of Henry VIII
Episode 3With Henry suffering from a surfeit of mothers-in-law, perhaps his luck will change with Jane Seymour.
5:30am
(repeat)
Alexei Sayle's Imaginary Sandwich Bar
Series 1, Episode 2 - Political BeliefsAlexei explores his political beliefs system, looking back at his childhood in a communist household, his career as a drug-dealer and his physical attraction to Boris Johnson.