Schedule Tuesday 4th July 2017
6am
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Man About The House
Series 4, Episode 1 - Home & AwayRobin and Chrissy borrow the Ropers' car and head to Southampton to see his beloved home team take on West Ham. Unfortunately it breaks down en route. Back in London, Mr Roper is sporting a brand new wig and is sure no one has noticed.
6:35am
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Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 9 - Louder And LouderThe Twirlywoos find out how to make loud noises when they play on a drum kit. Back in the Boat, Great BigHoo competes with the Hooter to see who can make the loudest sound.
7am
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The Thin Blue Line
Series 1, Episode 2 - Fire And TerrorConstable Habib falls in love with a fireman, much to Goody's distress. Back at the station, Fowler is having trouble with a hoaxer and Grim is chasing terrorists.
7:25am
(repeat)
Dennis The Menace & Gnasher
CBBC series based on the popular Beano comic character Dennis and his dog, Gnasher.
7:30am
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Sorry!
Series 5, Episode 3 - Bells for Uncle BarstableTim pursues his piano teacher, Miss Clanger, while trying to solve the riddle left in a note from his dead Uncle Barstable.
7:30am
(repeat)
Alexei Sayle's Imaginary Sandwich Bar
Series 1, Episode 4 - History And The Role Of The EntertainerAlexei explores the role of the entertainer. Along the way he explains why he will never go on Strictly Come Dancing, the reason Newsnight needs to be 11 hours long and questions why TV comedy panel shows help rehabilitate the careers of 'war criminals'.
8am
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As Time Goes By
Series 6, Episode 5 - Alistair's EngagementAlistair makes a surprising announcement - he's got engaged!
8am
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8am
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Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 7 - The Statue of Liberty, USAGrandmaster Glitch makes the Statue of Liberty fall right into the path of a passing ferry. Go Jetters, Go!
8am
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Steptoe And Son
Episode 8.5, Upstairs, Downstairs, Upstairs, Downstairs: Albert is laid up in bed, and Harold fears spending the rest of his life looking after him.
8:20am15 min
Little Roy
Series 2, Episode 7 - Bring Back BeckyRoy finds it hard to spend a Saturday without Becky. Roy is determined to make a photo frame for Becky's return. Will he be able to manage without Becky's help or will he take down the house with glitter while trying?
8:25am
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Justin's House
Series 3, Episode 4 - Royal VisitJustin, Robert and Little Monster prepare for a special visit from the king, but will Justin's house be fun enough to get the royal seal of approval? Guest starring Chris Jarvis and Pui Fan Lee.
8:30am
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The Men From The Ministry
Storm in a Tea Urn: Trouble starts brewing when Sir Gregory bans the duo from making tea.
8:40am
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One Foot In The Grave
Series 2, Episode 4 - Who Will Buy?Unexpected visitors drop in and mistakenly believe Victor has killed an elderly blind man. A charity concert gives Victor the chance to use his ventriloquist's dummy.
9am
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Monarch Of The Glen
Series 4, Episode 4Comedy 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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Dead Ringers
Series 17, Episode 3Topical comedy with Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Lewis MacLeod, Deborah Stephenson and Duncan Wisbey.
9:20am
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Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 25th series of the world's longest-running sitcom.
9:30am
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Twirlywoos
Series 3, Episode 10 - More About UnderneathThe Twirlywoos are in a warehouse, underneath a cardboard box. They watch a man load a lorry with parcels, but then he goes to load the box which the Twirlywoos are hiding underneath.
9:30am
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Sooty
Series 2, Episode 25 - Panto PalaverWhen the actors for Mr Slater's pantomime don't turn up, Sooty, Sweep and Soo perform instead. Will The Wicked Bunny have Little Blue Riding Hood for his supper, or can Sooty the woodcutter come to her rescue?
9:30am
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Getting Nowhere Fast
Episode 2.3: Competitive capitalism engulfs the CyberPass Bistro as Merv creates an internal market.
10am
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Horrible Histories
Series 3, Episode 2There is plenty of "goo and poo" today, as some medieval knights discover the most disgusting way to attack a castle.
11:20am
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Only Fools And Horses
Christmas Special - Fatal ExtractionDel has tired of being the dutiful father and his relationship with Raquel is showing the strain. He ventures to see whether he can still pull the birds when he chances to meet a divorced woman at the dentists and soon wishes he'd kept his mouth firmly shut.
12pm
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Mapp & Lucia
TV series based on the 1930s books by EF Benson. Prunella Scales and Geraldine McEwan star.
12pm
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Steptoe And Son
Episode 8.5, Upstairs, Downstairs, Upstairs, Downstairs: Albert is laid up in bed, and Harold fears spending the rest of his life looking after him.
12:10pm
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When You Come Home
A repeat of this 1948 film.
12:30pm
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Spot Bots
Episode 2 - Remote ControlLexi is distracted by an old remote control which can control anything.
12:30pm
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The Men From The Ministry
Storm in a Tea Urn: Trouble starts brewing when Sir Gregory bans the duo from making tea.
1pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 2, Episode 6 - Ballad For Wind Instruments And CanoeA transaction with the fabulous Arnpepper; the Great Gob Contest; and a runaway canoe.
1:10pm
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Open All Hours
Series 4, Episode 3 - The Housekeeper CaperArkwright advertises for a live-in housekeeper. It doesn't succeed in getting Nurse Gladys Emmanuel jealous but does tempt the "Black Widow", the formidable Mrs Feathermore...
1:20pm
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Shaun The Sheep
Series 4, Episode 10 - The SpiderBitzer decides to pamper himself with a relaxing bath while the Farmer is away from the farm. However, his plans are rudely disturbed by a persistent intruder. Will Shaun be able to out-smart the tenacious bug?
1:25pm
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Zig And Zag
Episode 10 - Toddler TroubleZig and Zag become parents to a talking doll in a bid to gain access to a toddler's playground and the enticing 'clown on a spring' ride!
1:35pm
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Twirlywoos
Series 3, Episode 10 - More About UnderneathThe Twirlywoos are in a warehouse, underneath a cardboard box. They watch a man load a lorry with parcels, but then he goes to load the box which the Twirlywoos are hiding underneath.
1:40pm
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Waiting For God
Series 1, Episode 5Jane's found God, and whilst Tom's perfectly happy to join her, Diana is far from amused. Her day is about to get worse, however, as Harvey takes the opportunity to replace Jane with a stern German matron, who immediately sets about having Diana evicted!
1:40pm
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Roy
Series 4, Episode 7 - Going ApeA face-painting incident turns Roy into a gorilla. Gorilla Roy chases Deco through Sandyford, causing chaos. How will the gang get Roy back to normal and can Roy manage to escape expulsion from Sandyford Progressive Learning?
1:45pm
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As Time Goes By
Series 6, Episode 5 - Alistair's EngagementAlistair makes a surprising announcement - he's got engaged!
2:20pm
(repeat)
Birds Of A Feather
Series 2, Episode 8 - You Pays Yer MoneyA by-election in Chigwell causes tension about who to vote for between Tracey, Sharon and Dorien. Sharon wants Darryl's vote after Tracey paid his poll tax, but he wants the full £350 for the pleasure, leading Sharon to take drastic action.
2:30pm
(repeat)
Sorry!
Series 5, Episode 3 - Bells for Uncle BarstableTim pursues his piano teacher, Miss Clanger, while trying to solve the riddle left in a note from his dead Uncle Barstable.
3pm
(repeat)
Goodnight Sweetheart
Series 6, Episode 4 - Grief EncounterPhoebe loses patience when Gary backs out of the limelight. Does she have more than a brief encounter on her mind? Meanwhile, tensions in LA over Yvonne's American operations rise exponentially.
3:10pm
(repeat)
One Foot In The Grave
Series 2, Episode 4 - Who Will Buy?Unexpected visitors drop in and mistakenly believe Victor has killed an elderly blind man. A charity concert gives Victor the chance to use his ventriloquist's dummy.
3:35pm
(repeat)
Dennis The Menace & Gnasher
CBBC series based on the popular Beano comic character Dennis and his dog, Gnasher.
3:40pm
(repeat)
The Two Ronnies
Series 4, Episode 3Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.
3:40pm
(repeat)
Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 11 - The Great Wall of ChinaGlitch and his grimbots have a long race on a very long wall - the Great Wall of China!
3:50pm
(repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 25th series of the world's longest-running sitcom.
4pm
(repeat)
Last Holiday
Alec Guinness-starring Ealing comedy about a man who is told he doesn't have long to live.
4pm
(repeat)
Monarch Of The Glen
Series 4, Episode 4Comedy drama set in the Scottish Highlands, based on the comic novels of Compton Mackenzie.
4pm
(repeat)
4pm
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The Museum Of Curiosity
Gallery 2, Episode 6 - Meeting TwelveWith writer and critic Clive James, fantasy author Philip Pullman and musical comedian Tim Minchin.
4:05pm
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Scream Street
Series 1, Episode 30 - The UninvitedLuke throws a party, but doesn't invite Dixon, who decides to pump the Watsons' house full of poltergeists! The uninvited guests take over, and carry Resus off. Can they be stopped before they throw him into the Underlands?
4:10pm
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Man About The House
Series 4, Episode 2 - One For The RoadMr Roper has taken up home-brewing. Meanwhile, Chrissy's learning to drive and Robin's attempting to instruct.
4:30pm
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The Best Of Tommy Cooper
Series 1, Episode 1Tonight, Tommy fulfils every comedian's ambition of wanting to play Hamlet; and wreaks havoc with his incredible conjuring act.
4:30pm
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Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 45 - Birthday PartyMr Bean is feeling down. Everyone has forgotten his birthday - and to make it worse - Mrs Wicket is having a noisy party downstairs.
4:30pm
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The Six Mothers-In-Law Of Henry VIII
Episode 5Catherine Howard was an ambitious girl - one with a reputation and a Duchess as her adviser.
4:45pm
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4:50pm
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Rising Damp
Series 3, Episode 7 - Suddenly At HomeThe house is plunged into confusion and mourning when Rigsby discovers basement tenant Mr Osborne, stiff as a board.
5:20pm
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George & Mildred
Series 3, Episode 5 - The Delivery ManWith Jeffrey away, it's inevitable that Anne will go into labour. Luckily George is on hand, motorbike, sidecar and all...
5:30pm
(repeat)
Alexei Sayle's Imaginary Sandwich Bar
Series 1, Episode 4 - History And The Role Of The EntertainerAlexei explores the role of the entertainer. Along the way he explains why he will never go on Strictly Come Dancing, the reason Newsnight needs to be 11 hours long and questions why TV comedy panel shows help rehabilitate the careers of 'war criminals'.
5:50pm
(repeat)
Open All Hours
Series 4, Episode 3 - The Housekeeper CaperArkwright advertises for a live-in housekeeper. It doesn't succeed in getting Nurse Gladys Emmanuel jealous but does tempt the "Black Widow", the formidable Mrs Feathermore...
5:55pm
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6pm
(repeat)
Waiting For God
Series 1, Episode 5Jane's found God, and whilst Tom's perfectly happy to join her, Diana is far from amused. Her day is about to get worse, however, as Harvey takes the opportunity to replace Jane with a stern German matron, who immediately sets about having Diana evicted!
6pm
(repeat)
Routemasters
Episode 1 - Taking The MichelangeloWhen Bernie catches the wrong bus, he's transported back to 16th century Rome.
6:25pm
(repeat)
Only Fools And Horses
Christmas Special - Fatal ExtractionDel has tired of being the dutiful father and his relationship with Raquel is showing the strain. He ventures to see whether he can still pull the birds when he chances to meet a divorced woman at the dentists and soon wishes he'd kept his mouth firmly shut.
6:30pm30 min
Meet David Sedaris
Series 6, Episode 1The globetrotting, trash-picking, aisle-rolling storyteller is back with more words of wit and wisdom. He opens this series with a new story fresh from the pages of The New Yorker, Untamed, and extracts from his book Theft By Finding, a compilation of diary entries from 1977-2002.
6:40pm
(repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 2, Episode 6 - Ballad For Wind Instruments And CanoeA transaction with the fabulous Arnpepper; the Great Gob Contest; and a runaway canoe.
7pm
(repeat)
Horrible Histories
Series 5, Episode 5Famous monk St Augustine struggles to introduce Christianity to Saxon England, Stuart diarist Samuel Pepys annoys the smartest men in Britain, we witness a daring escape from the Tower of London, and we find that Joan of Arc's story is quite an unusual one for a teenage girl.
7pm
(repeat)
Steptoe And Son
Episode 8.5, Upstairs, Downstairs, Upstairs, Downstairs: Albert is laid up in bed, and Harold fears spending the rest of his life looking after him.
7:20pm
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 3, Episode 5 - Richard's New HobbyHyacinth, realising that Richard is bored with early retirement, suggests he take up film-making as a hobby. It quickly backfires!
7:30pm
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Desmond's
Series 3, Episode 2 - The Peckham PimpernelThe receipt of a mysterious and threatening letter at Desmond's barber shop sends the Ambrose clan into a mild state of panic. Before long, Beverley's conducting a seance around the kitchen table.
7:30pm
(repeat)
The Men From The Ministry
Storm in a Tea Urn: Trouble starts brewing when Sir Gregory bans the duo from making tea.
7:50pm
(repeat)
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 45 - Birthday PartyMr Bean is feeling down. Everyone has forgotten his birthday - and to make it worse - Mrs Wicket is having a noisy party downstairs.
8pm
(repeat)
The Booze Cruise
Episode 2 - The Treasure HuntWhen a group of unlikely friends go on a cruise to France, they form bonds that they never thought would've existed.
8pm60 min version (repeat)
8pm
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A League Of Their Own
Series 10, Episode 1The boys are joined by West Ham striker Andy Carroll, comedian David Walliams and former Spice Girl Melanie C.
8:05pm
(repeat)
8:15pm
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 6, Episode 2 - Danger UXDThere is trouble in store for the Trotters when Del puts his 'high profile' business strategy into overdrive.
9pm
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The Two Ronnies
Series 4, Episode 4Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.
9pm
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Benidorm
Series 7, Episode 7Mateo's Mother-in-Law is threatening to kill him. Glynn's wife arrives at the Solana and Liam is made an offer he can't refuse.
9pm
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Taskmaster
Series 2, Episode 3 - A Pistachio EclairIn one of the most difficult challenges of the competition, the rivals find themselves confronted with an intimidating man in gold chains: The Mayor of Chesham.
9:20pm
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Gavin & Stacey
Series 2, Episode 5It's Gwen's birthday and Bryn has arranged a special surprise treat.
9:50pm
(repeat)
The Best Of Tommy Cooper
Series 1, Episode 2This week, Tommy demonstrates his expertise in karate; complains about his huge phone bill; and once again shows off his formidable magical talents with an audience member's handkerchief.
10pm60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo
Series 10, Episode 2 - Jason Manford, Chris Ramsey, Doc BrownJason Manford presents special guests Chris Ramsey and Doc Brown.
10pm
(repeat)
Miranda
Series 3, Episode 6 - A Brief EncounterA fed-up Miranda makes a big life decision - she's going travelling. Stevie is devastated but Penny's too preoccupied to notice. Only Gary can stop her - but will he?
10pm
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Jonathan Creek
Series 3, Episode 6 - The Three GamblersIt's Jonathan's birthday and he's been given a book on using playing cards as weapons, a set of Adam Klaus bathroom products, and a dangerous case involving a murdered corpse that has come back to life for revenge.
10pm65 min
The Baby Boomers' Guide To Growing Old
Episode 4The boomers take a wry look at leisure and having the time of their lives. A coach-load of greying, good-time girls help comedian Roy Hudd cheer up politician John Prescott. Not easy. A septuagenarian punk does his best to put a snarl on ex-Tory minister Edwina Currie. Esther Rantzen explains why she always preferred the over 65s. And Kenny Lynch fantasises over the perfect care home.
10pm
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Room 101
Series 5, Episode 7 - Bridget Christie, Robert Peston, Greg JamesComedian Bridget Christie, business journalist Robert Peston and radio DJ Greg James attempt to get rid of peoples' sense of entitlement, Lycra and the Kardashians.
10pm
(repeat)
Alexei Sayle's Imaginary Sandwich Bar
Series 1, Episode 4 - History And The Role Of The EntertainerAlexei explores the role of the entertainer. Along the way he explains why he will never go on Strictly Come Dancing, the reason Newsnight needs to be 11 hours long and questions why TV comedy panel shows help rehabilitate the careers of 'war criminals'.
10pm55 min
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 20, Episode 8In this edition, in honour of American Independence Day, Aisling is joined by Rizzle Kicks' Jordan Stephens and comedian Desiree Burch, while Rob teams up with Loose Women panellist Ayda Field and comic Dane Baptiste to uncover the top things that America has given the world.
10:20pm
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Goodnight Sweetheart
Series 6, Episode 5 - ...The 'Ouses In BetweenA foggy night in London town leads Gary into a close encounter with Jack the Ripper.
10:30pm
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The Maltby Collection
Series 3, Episode 1The credit crunch is hitting the museum and Walter announces that there is likely to be redundancies.
10:40pm
(repeat)
Room 101
Series 5, Episode 2 - Noel Fielding, Joanna Scanlan, Ian WrightSurreal comic Noel Fielding, actress Joanna Scanlan and football pundit Ian Wright attempt to get rid of spiders, the film Grease and stinky cheese.
11pm
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Peep Show
Series 2, Episode 3 - Jeremy Makes ItJeremy is determined to move his relationship with Nancy to that of proper boyfriend and girlfriend. So, he follows Nancy's belief in God and her feeding the homeless.
11pm
(repeat)
Craig Brown's Lost Diaries
Episode 3 - May & JuneAs the summer heats up, passions rise for Barbara Cartland and Edwina Currie.
11:20pm
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Mock The Week
Series 10, Episode 9Dara O'Briain, Chris Addison, Hugh Dennis and Andy Parsons look back over another week's news with guests Milton Jones, Ed Byrne and Holly Walsh.
11:30pm
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Bird Island
Series 1, Episode 2Ben and Graham are short on food supplies and can't radio main base. Tensions rise as they are forced to survive on porridge.
11:35pm
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The Young Ones
Series 1, Episode 1 - DemolitionNeil plans to kill himself, whilst Rick tunes into the first edition of a brand new show for all the cool young things: Nozin' Aroun'. Then Mike finds a letter informing them that the house is to be demolished.
11:45pm
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Tina C's Tiny Island Tour
Episode 2, Scotland: The country singer and global activist promotes her new album in Glasgow and traces her tartan in Edinburgh.
Midnight
(repeat)
Taskmaster
Series 2, Episode 3 - A Pistachio EclairIn one of the most difficult challenges of the competition, the rivals find themselves confronted with an intimidating man in gold chains: The Mayor of Chesham.
Midnight
(repeat)
Routemasters
Episode 1 - Taking The MichelangeloWhen Bernie catches the wrong bus, he's transported back to 16th century Rome.
12:05am
(repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 11 (Channel 4: Series 12), Episode 3Jimmy Carr hosts a new edition of the panel game with Jon Richardson and David O'Doherty taking on guest captain Johnny Vegas, and Jamie Laing. Holly Walsh joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.
12:25am
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Blackadder
The Black Adder, Episode 3 - The ArchbishopWhen the King's top assassin 'accidentally' kills the Archbishop of Canterbury, Edmund finds himself appointed to the newly vacated role. He quickly learns where his best allegiances lie...
1am
(repeat)
1:05am60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo
Series 10, Episode 2 - Jason Manford, Chris Ramsey, Doc BrownJason Manford presents special guests Chris Ramsey and Doc Brown.
1:10am
(repeat)
Birds Of A Feather
Series 2, Episode 8 - You Pays Yer MoneyA by-election in Chigwell causes tension about who to vote for between Tracey, Sharon and Dorien. Sharon wants Darryl's vote after Tracey paid his poll tax, but he wants the full £350 for the pleasure, leading Sharon to take drastic action.
1:25am
(repeat)
Safeword
Series 1, Episode 4Today's guests, boy band legend Five's Ritchie Neville and Geordie queen Vicky Pattison, get their social media accounts scrutinised by the team captains alongside comics Matt Richardson and Tom Craine.
1:40am
(repeat)
Room 101
Series 5, Episode 7 - Bridget Christie, Robert Peston, Greg JamesComedian Bridget Christie, business journalist Robert Peston and radio DJ Greg James attempt to get rid of peoples' sense of entitlement, Lycra and the Kardashians.
1:55am
(repeat)
The Baby Boomers' Guide To Growing Old
Episode 4The boomers take a wry look at leisure and having the time of their lives. A coach-load of greying, good-time girls help comedian Roy Hudd cheer up politician John Prescott. Not easy. A septuagenarian punk does his best to put a snarl on ex-Tory minister Edwina Currie. Esther Rantzen explains why she always preferred the over 65s. And Kenny Lynch fantasises over the perfect care home.
1:55am
(repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 20, Episode 8In this edition, in honour of American Independence Day, Aisling is joined by Rizzle Kicks' Jordan Stephens and comedian Desiree Burch, while Rob teams up with Loose Women panellist Ayda Field and comic Dane Baptiste to uncover the top things that America has given the world.
2am
(repeat)
Sean Lock: Lockipedia Live
TV edit of the 2010 stand-up show Lockipedia Live, starring Sean Lock.
2am
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Duck Quacks Don't Echo
Series 2, Highlights Special - ExtraRelive the most memorable moments from Series 2 of the riotous panel show.
2:05am
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Big School
Sitcom about the dysfunctional staff room, unrequited love and interactive whiteboards of an urban secondary school.
2:15am
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Tommy Cooper
Episode 6Tommy Cooper presents his own show, with sketches and special guests. Featuring Patrick Cargill and Trisha Noble.
2:20am
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8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 5, Episode 2With David Walliams, Griff Rhys Jones, Konnie Huq and Rhys Thomas.
2:40am
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French And Saunders
Series 4, Episode 3Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders pay homage to Swedish film-maker Ingmar Bergman and American rock band Guns N' Roses.
3:15am
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Little Britain
Series 3, Episode 4Emily and Florence go on a stag night and the Prime Minister's moustache tickles Sebastian. Ting Tong's mother arrives on the Mike McShane estate and Bubbles discovers the reason why Roman left her for Desiree.
4am
(repeat)
The Museum Of Curiosity
Gallery 2, Episode 6 - Meeting TwelveWith writer and critic Clive James, fantasy author Philip Pullman and musical comedian Tim Minchin.
4:30am
(repeat)
The Six Mothers-In-Law Of Henry VIII
Episode 5Catherine Howard was an ambitious girl - one with a reputation and a Duchess as her adviser.
5:30am
(repeat)
Alexei Sayle's Imaginary Sandwich Bar
Series 1, Episode 4 - History And The Role Of The EntertainerAlexei explores the role of the entertainer. Along the way he explains why he will never go on Strictly Come Dancing, the reason Newsnight needs to be 11 hours long and questions why TV comedy panel shows help rehabilitate the careers of 'war criminals'.