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TV schedule Friday 27th May 2011

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:10pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Stan Butler (Reg Varney). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 3, Episode 9 - Foggy Night

Freezing fog forces Stan to pull off the road, with Mum, Arthur, Olive and Blakey on board...

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:40pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Stan Butler (Reg Varney). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 3, Episode 10 - The New Uniforms

Stan and Jack try the new uniforms out, but they have an unforeseen effect on the opposite sex.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5pm
30 min
Sorry, I've Got No Head. Marek Larwood. Copyright: So Television

Sorry, I've Got No Head

Series 3, Episode 3

The helpful bees find themselves in space, Sticky Martin struggles to release a bird of prey and there is a special delivery in the Museum of Imagination.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 5:05pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Oakes (Barrie Rutter), 'Bunny' Warren (Sam Kelly), Norman Stanley Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Rudge (Daniel Peacock). Copyright: WitzEnd Productions

Porridge

Feature film based on the TV sitcom of the same name, featuring Ronnie Barker and the regular cast in the classic prison comedy.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:15pm (repeat)
Goodnight Sweetheart. Image shows from L to R: Yvonne Sparrow (Emma Amos), Gary Sparrow (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Phoebe Sparrow (Elizabeth Carling). Copyright: Alomo Productions / BBC

Goodnight Sweetheart

Series 1, Episode 3 - Is Your Journey Really Necessary?

Time-travelling Gary returns to 1940 to try to protect Phoebe and Eric from an impending air raid.

Comedy Central 9pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Jack Dee. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Jack Dee Live At The Apollo Series 2, Episode 2 - Dara O'Briain

Jack Dee shares his thoughts on Ellen MacArthur and Dara O'Briain gives tips on putting know-it-all doctors in their place.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9pm
30 min
Have I Got News For You. Image shows left to right: Ian Hislop, Paul Merton. Credit: Matt Crockett

Have I Got News For You

Series 41, Episode 7

Bill Bailey acts as tonight's guest host. Joining Ian Hislop and Paul Merton are guest panellists Armando Iannucci and Jack Whitehall.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Little Britain. Image shows from L to R: David Walliams, Matt Lucas, The Prime Minister (Anthony Head)

Little Britain

Series 1, Episode 5

Andy wants a snake, and unscrupulous hypnotist Kenny Craig has some videos for sale.

BBC Three 9pm (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Tim (Luke Gell), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Billy (Freddie Hogan), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor), Cassie (Georgia Henshaw). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 9, Episode 6 - This Is Your Life

There's a party in Runcorn as Gaz celebrates his 30th birthday. However, his festive mood is short-lived.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Uncle Albert (Buster Merryfield), Del (David Jason), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 5, Episode 3 - The Longest Night

While out shopping at Top-Buys, the Trotters are taken to the supermarket manager's office believing that they have won a prize. Instead, they are held hostage when an armed robbery goes wrong.

BBC One Scotland. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm (repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Image shows left to right: Ian Hislop, Paul Merton. Credit: Matt Crockett

Have I Got News For You

Series 41, Episode 7

Bill Bailey acts as tonight's guest host. Joining Ian Hislop and Paul Merton are guest panellists Armando Iannucci and Jack Whitehall.

BBC Two Scotland 9:30pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Image shows from L to R: Private Godfrey (Arnold Ridley), Lance Corporal Jones (Clive Dunn), Private Walker (James Beck), Captain Mainwaring (Arthur Lowe), Private Frazer (John Laurie), Sergeant Wilson (John Le Mesurier), Private Pike (Ian Lavender)

Dad's Army

Series 6, Episode 1 - The Deadly Attachment

It is the day the men have been waiting for. When they are asked to watch the crew of a U Boat, they get the chance to meet some Germans face-to-face. But the German Captain has plans to escape, and some names on his list.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Karen (Ramona Marquez), Sue (Claire Skinner), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey), Pete (Hugh Dennis), Ben (Daniel Roche). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 3, Episode 4

Dad is suffering from a terrible hangover, and it seems worse as he struggles against the issues of his family.

BBC Three 9:30pm (repeat)
Lee Nelson's Well Good Show. Lee Nelson (Simon Brodkin)

Lee Nelson's Well Good Show

Series 1, Episode 2

More banter with cheeky Lee Nelson. Jason Bent is interviewed by Adrian Chiles, meanwhile Dr Bob puts the fun back into fungal infections.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9:30pm
60 min
A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: Andrew Flintoff, John Bishop, James Corden, Jamie Redknapp. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 3, Out-takes - Unseen Extra

Fill your boots with more never-before-seen footage from season three of the smash-hit sports panel show.

U&Dave channel logo 9:40pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Andy Parsons, Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Russell Howard, Frankie Boyle. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 6, Episode 8

With guests Greg Proops and Fred MacAulay.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Trigger (Roger Lloyd Pack), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Mike (Kenneth MacDonald), Boycie (John Challis), Del (David Jason), Marlene (Sue Holderness), Uncle Albert (Buster Merryfield). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Christmas Special - Dates

Del attempts to meet his dream woman at a dating agency after seeing Trigger have some success. Meanwhile, Uncle Albert is dropping heavy hints about his impending birthday...

U&W channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Jonathan Creek. Image shows from L to R: Joey Ross (Sheridan Smith), Jonathan Creek (Alan Davies). Copyright: BBC

Jonathan Creek

Special - The Grinning Man

Could a madman who preys upon human flesh really be to blame for 70 years worth of disappearances in an attic called 'The Nightmare Room'? Can Jonathan solve the mystery, or will fearlessly sceptical Joey Ross get there first?

U&Dave channel logo 10:20pm (repeat)
HIGNFY Titles. Copyright: BBC / Hat Trick Productions

Have I Got News For You

Series 37, Episode 5

With guest presenter Alexander Armstrong and panellists Reginald D. Hunter and Stuart Maconie.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:25pm (repeat)
That Peter Kay Thing. Peter Kay

That Peter Kay Thing

Episode 3 - The Ice Cream Man Cometh

Episode 3, The Ice Cream Man Cometh: We look at the life of "Mr Softy Top", an ice cream man who is facing stiff competition.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:35pm
45 min
The Graham Norton Show. Graham Norton. Credit: So Television, Christopher Baines

The Graham Norton Show

Series 9, Episode 7 - Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms, Rob Lowe, Alex Kingston

Graham is joined by Hollywood stars Bradley Cooper and Ed Helms in the studio to talk about their new Hangover movie; heartthrob actor Rob Lowe discusses his autobiography, Stories I Only Tell My Friends; and Alex Kingston talks Doctor Who and her new play. Plus music from Aloe Blacc, who performs his hit I Need a Dollar.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:55pm (repeat)
PhoneShop. Image shows from L to R: Jerwayne (Javone Prince), Lance (Martin Trenaman), Janine (Emma Fryer), Christopher (Tom Bennett), Ashley (Andrew Brooke). Copyright: Talkback

PhoneShop

Series 1, Episode 3 - The First Temptation Of Chris

The arrival of area manager, Razz Prince, sets everyone on edge. Lance attempts to prove to the staff that he isn't boring, while everyone else prepares for a big night out.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Al Murray's Compete For The Meat. Al Murray

Al Murray's Compete For The Meat

Episode 2

The quirky game show hosted by Al Murray, in which contestants compete for a frozen chicken, continues. Apprentice alumni Raef Bjayou, Stuart Baggs and James McQuillan help out this week.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 11pm (repeat)
Celebrity Juice. Image shows from L to R: Holly Willoughby, Rufus Hound, Leigh Francis, Fearne Cotton

Celebrity Juice

Series 5, Highlights Special - End Of Series Party

Madcap host Keith Lemon, team captain Fearne Cotton and regular panellist Rufus Hound throw an incredible end of series party featuring a look back at the best moments from the latest series.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:10pm (repeat)
Hattie Jacques

Heroes Of Comedy

Series 6, Episode 4 - Hattie Jacques

A tribute to Carry On star Hattie Jacques, famous for her matronly roles and her partnership with Eric Sykes. With contributions from Miriam Margolyes and Mo Mowlam.

Comedy Central 11:30pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Jack Dee. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Jack Dee Live At The Apollo Series 2, Episode 2 - Dara O'Briain

Jack Dee shares his thoughts on Ellen MacArthur and Dara O'Briain gives tips on putting know-it-all doctors in their place.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:30pm (repeat)
The Ricky Gervais Show. Image shows from L to R: Stephen Merchant, Karl Pilkington, Ricky Gervais. Copyright: Media Rights Capital / Wildbrain

The Ricky Gervais Show

Series 2, Episode 12

Ricky, Stephen and Karl discuss whether old urinals or sharks in formaldehyde should be considered works of art.

BBC Three 11:50pm (repeat)
Ideal. Image shows from L to R: Jenny (Sinead Matthews), Moz (Johnny Vegas), PC (Tom Goodman-Hill). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Ideal

Series 7, Episode 1 - The Police

Moz plots to win back the heart of his true love, Jenny. However, when he discovers she has joined the police force, his plans are thrown into disarray.

Comedy Central Extra Midnight (repeat)
Grumpy Old Men. Copyright: Liberty Bell

Grumpy Old Men

Comedians, entertainers and other personalities moan about many of the aspects of modern life which really get on their nerves.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight (repeat)
Spaced. Image shows from L to R: Marsha Klein (Julia Deakin), Mike Watt (Nick Frost), Daisy Steiner (Jessica Hynes), Brian Topp (Mark Heap), Tim Bisley (Simon Pegg), Twist Morgan (Katy Carmichael)

Spaced

Series 2, Episode 4 - Help

Tim gets the opportunity to show Damien Knox (of Dark Star Comics) his portfolio, but Daisy unknowingly jeopardises his chance. However, Tyres' quick thinking and Mike's military training help to save the day. Tim finds himself in a tight spot with Sophie.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:15am (repeat)
Titter Ye Not: The Frankie Howerd Story. Frankie Howerd. Copyright: Unique Productions

Heroes Of Comedy

Series 1, Episode 1 - A Special Tribute To... Frankie Howerd

Fans, colleagues and friends pay tribute to the great comic Frankie Howerd. Includes contributions from the likes of Barry Cryer, Eric Sykes and Cilla Black.

BBC Three 12:20am (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Tim (Luke Gell), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Billy (Freddie Hogan), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor), Cassie (Georgia Henshaw). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 9, Episode 6 - This Is Your Life

There's a party in Runcorn as Gaz celebrates his 30th birthday. However, his festive mood is short-lived.

U&Dave channel logo 12:35am (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Andy Parsons, Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Russell Howard, Frankie Boyle. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 6, Episode 8

With guests Greg Proops and Fred MacAulay.

Comedy Central Extra 12:40am (repeat)
Grumpy Old Men. Copyright: Liberty Bell

Grumpy Old Men

Comedians, entertainers and other personalities moan about many of the aspects of modern life which really get on their nerves.

BBC Three 12:50am (repeat)
Lee Nelson's Well Good Show. Lee Nelson (Simon Brodkin)

Lee Nelson's Well Good Show

Series 1, Episode 2

More banter with cheeky Lee Nelson. Jason Bent is interviewed by Adrian Chiles, meanwhile Dr Bob puts the fun back into fungal infections.

U&Dave channel logo 1:15am (repeat)
Kröd Mändoon And The Flaming Sword Of Fire. Image shows left to right: Bruce (Marques Ray), Krod Mandoon (Sean Maguire), Aneka (India de Beaufort), Loquasto (Steve Speirs), Zezelryck (Kevin Hart)

Kröd Mändoon And The Flaming Sword Of Fire

Episode 3 - O Biclops, Where Art Thou?

Krod is nominated for a position at the prestigious Elite Resistance Council, but first must retrieve a precious gem from a deadly cyclops to prove his mettle. Aneka becomes smitten with Ralph Longshaft, a dashing member of the council.

U&Dave channel logo 1:40am (repeat)
HIGNFY Titles. Copyright: BBC / Hat Trick Productions

Have I Got News For You

Series 37, Episode 5

With guest presenter Alexander Armstrong and panellists Reginald D. Hunter and Stuart Maconie.

Comedy Central 2am (repeat)
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 1, Episode 12

Jason Byrne on marriage and annoying his wife, Lloyd Langford on the recession, Jo Caulfield on relationships and Dave Fulton on the police.

U&Dave channel logo 2:10am (repeat)
Spaced. Image shows from L to R: Marsha Klein (Julia Deakin), Mike Watt (Nick Frost), Daisy Steiner (Jessica Hynes), Brian Topp (Mark Heap), Tim Bisley (Simon Pegg), Twist Morgan (Katy Carmichael)

Spaced

Series 1, Episode 4 - Battles

Whilst Tim and Daisy argue over the ownership of a dog, he also goes paintballing with Mike where he sees Duane for the first time since Sarah left him. Mike makes a big sacrifice for Tim as he seeks his ultimate vengeance. Brian reminisces about his childhood pet.

Comedy Central 2:30am (repeat)
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 1, Episode 17

Dave Fulton on the World Cup, Mick Ferry on long term relationships, Jeff Innocent on holidaying in Guernsey, and Ian Moore on today's youth.

U&Dave channel logo 2:35am (repeat)
Banzai

Banzai

Cult Japanese-style sketch show. A wacky no holds barred betting show, often involving celebrities.

Comedy Central Extra 2:50am (repeat)
Rab C. Nesbitt. Rab C. Nesbitt (Gregor Fisher). Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Rab C. Nesbitt

Series 7, Episode 1 - New

There's a new dawn for the Nesbitts after the Labour election victory. But why does that leave Rab feeling old?

BBC Three 2:50am (repeat)
Ideal. Image shows from L to R: Jenny (Sinead Matthews), Moz (Johnny Vegas), PC (Tom Goodman-Hill). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Ideal

Series 7, Episode 1 - The Police

Moz plots to win back the heart of his true love, Jenny. However, when he discovers she has joined the police force, his plans are thrown into disarray.

Comedy Central Extra 3:25am (repeat)
Time Gentlemen Please. Image shows from L to R: Old Man (Roy Heather), Janet (Julia Sawalha), Vicky Jackson (Rebecca Front), Guv (Al Murray), Terry (Phil Daniels), Steve (Jason Freeman), Prof (Andrew Mackay). Copyright: Avalon Television

Time Gentlemen Please

Patriotic landlord Guv runs a pub so successful it has no name, and is frequented only by a group of life's greatest losers.

Comedy Central Extra 3:55am (repeat)
Drop The Dead Donkey. Image shows from L to R: Henry Davenport (David Swift), George Dent (Jeff Rawle), Helen Cooper (Ingrid Lacey), Sally Smedley (Victoria Wicks), Damien Day (Stephen Tompkinson), Gus Hedges (Robert Duncan), Joy Merryweather (Susannah Doyle). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Drop The Dead Donkey

Episode 2.7, Hoax: After nearly falling for a fake news story, Damien tries to pull a similar trick on a rival reporter.

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