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TV schedule Friday 17th February 2012

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6am (repeat)
Sykes. Image shows from L to R: Corky Turnbull (Deryck Guyler), Eric Sykes (Eric Sykes), Hattie Sykes (Hattie Jacques). Copyright: BBC

Sykes

Series 4, Episode 6 - Night Out

Sitcom about identical twins Eric and Hattie Sykes, who live together in suburban London.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:30am (repeat)
The Liver Birds. Image shows from L to R: Beryl Hennessey (Polly James), Sandra Hutchinson (Nerys Hughes). Copyright: BBC

The Liver Birds

Series 3, Episode 12 - Liverpool Or Everton

After football - and Beryl's dedication to Everton FC - comes between the girls and Sandra's boyfriend, they establish a works' female team.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7am (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 5, Episode 6 - Here We Go Into The Wild Blue Yonder

Compo yearns to go hang-gliding; but if he wants to fly, he has to be fit.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:30am (repeat)
Just Good Friends. Image shows from L to R: Penny Warrender (Jan Francis), Vince Pinner (Paul Nicholas). Copyright: BBC

Just Good Friends

Series 3, Episode 2

After Paris, Penny and Vince are back in London pursuing separate careers. Vince is not prepared to leave it at that, despite the fact that Penny has found out about his wife. He goes on a major charm offensive to try to win her back ...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8am (repeat)
Sykes. Image shows from L to R: Corky Turnbull (Deryck Guyler), Eric Sykes (Eric Sykes), Hattie Sykes (Hattie Jacques). Copyright: BBC

Sykes

Series 4, Episode 6 - Night Out

Sitcom about identical twins Eric and Hattie Sykes, who live together in suburban London.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:10am (repeat)
ChuckleVision. Image shows from L to R: Paul Chuckle (Paul Elliott), Barry Chuckle (Barry Elliott)

ChuckleVision

Series 21, Episode 6 - See How They Run

In the final episode of ChuckleVision, Paul and Barry are in a nostalgic mood as they reminisce about a race they competed in as children. When it emerges that they both remember winning, we flashback to The Chuckles' childhood to discover the truth.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:40am (repeat)
The Liver Birds. Image shows from L to R: Beryl Hennessey (Polly James), Sandra Hutchinson (Nerys Hughes). Copyright: BBC

The Liver Birds

Series 3, Episode 12 - Liverpool Or Everton

After football - and Beryl's dedication to Everton FC - comes between the girls and Sandra's boyfriend, they establish a works' female team.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 9:05am (repeat)
George & Mildred. Image shows from L to R: Mildred Roper (Yootha Joyce), George Roper (Brian Murphy). Copyright: Thames Television

George & Mildred

Series 1, Episode 4 - Baby Talk

Now settled in their new home, Mildred starts thinking about children and begins investigating adoption processes. Will George put his foot in it again?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:20am (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 5, Episode 6 - Here We Go Into The Wild Blue Yonder

Compo yearns to go hang-gliding; but if he wants to fly, he has to be fit.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10am (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40am (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Suburban snob Hyacinth Bucket devotes her time to monitoring standards and attempting to impress influential people.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20am (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 19, Episode 2 - Tarzan Of The Towpath

Nora's unusual osteopathic skills make a new man of Compo.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:40am (repeat)
Carry On Abroad. Image shows from L to R: Stuart Farquhar (Kenneth Williams), Sadie Tomkins (Barbara Windsor), Vic Flange (Sid James), Cora Flange (Joan Sims), Stanley Blunt (Kenneth Connor). Copyright: Peter Rogers Productions

Carry On Abroad

The Carry On regulars embark on a package holiday to a Spanish resort. The revellers find that the Palace Hotel hardly lives up to its name.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 19, Episode 3 - Truly And The Hole Truth

Compo and Clegg are unenthusiastic when Truly tries to form them into an active rescue team.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40pm (repeat)
One Foot In The Grave. Image shows from L to R: Margaret Meldrew (Annette Crosbie), Victor Meldrew (Richard Wilson). Copyright: BBC

One Foot In The Grave

Series 4, Episode 4 - Warm Champagne

The Meldrews are back from holiday and Victor's luck - and temper - is worse than ever. Margaret can take no more of their existence and decides to embark on a reckless adventure that could change both her own and Victor's lives forever.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:50pm (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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 1, Episode 4 - A Day Out

Fletcher and Godber join MacKay and Barrowclough's work party, digging drainage ditches for the council. When MacKay calls into the village, the party take advantage of Barrowclough's easygoing nature, but get more than they bargained for after taking shelter from the elements in a church.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2pm (repeat)
Just Good Friends. Image shows from L to R: Penny Warrender (Jan Francis), Vince Pinner (Paul Nicholas). Copyright: BBC

Just Good Friends

Series 3, Episode 2

After Paris, Penny and Vince are back in London pursuing separate careers. Vince is not prepared to leave it at that, despite the fact that Penny has found out about his wife. He goes on a major charm offensive to try to win her back ...

U&Yesterday channel logo 2pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 13, Episode 5 - Passing The Earring

When Howard finds a piece of jewellery on him belonging to a certain lady, he unwisely asks Clegg for help.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:40pm (repeat)
The Good Life. Image shows from L to R: Margo Leadbetter (Penelope Keith), Tom Good (Richard Briers), Jerry Leadbetter (Paul Eddington), Barbara Good (Felicity Kendal). Copyright: BBC

The Good Life

Series 4, Episode 7 - Anniversary

Nobody is having much of a good life as Tom and Barbara keep hitting problems in their garden and Jerry looks like he has been passed up for promotion. The series ends with great highs and devastating lows.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:50pm (repeat)
4 O'Clock Club. Image shows from L to R: Ryan (Oscar Lloyd), Nathan Carter (Ben Bailey Smith), Josh Carter (Khalil Madovi), Ash (Tom Rolinson). Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Club

Series 1, Episode 5 - Laptop

When Nathan's laptop mysteriously breaks down in the middle of a project, Josh is the obvious suspect.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Prince Regent (Hugh Laurie). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

Black Adder The Third, Episode 5 - Amy And Amiability

The Prince is bankrupt. In order to secure funds, Blackadder suggests that his only option is to find a bride and marry into a moneyed family. Beautiful Amy Hardwood, daughter of a cotton magnate, seems a prime candidate.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4pm (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

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.

Comedy Central 4pm (repeat)
Mr. Bean. Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson)

Mr. Bean

Episode 10 - Mind The Baby, Mr. Bean

The inept master of disaster finds himself looking after a baby at a funfair.

Comedy Central 4:30pm (repeat)
Mr. Bean. Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson)

Mr. Bean

Episode 11 - Back To School Mr. Bean

Mr. Bean visits a local school's open day, trying out some painting, a spot of judo, and goods from the cake stall.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:40pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Suburban snob Hyacinth Bucket devotes her time to monitoring standards and attempting to impress influential people.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:10pm (repeat)
George & Mildred. Image shows from L to R: Mildred Roper (Yootha Joyce), George Roper (Brian Murphy). Copyright: Thames Television

George & Mildred

Series 1, Episode 5 - Your Money Or Your Life

The death of George's uncle gets him thinking about his own mortality - and how much he may be worth for insurance....

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:20pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 19, Episode 2 - Tarzan Of The Towpath

Nora's unusual osteopathic skills make a new man of Compo.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5:30pm
30 min
4 O'Clock Club. Image shows from L to R: Ryan (Oscar Lloyd), Nathan Carter (Ben Bailey Smith), Josh Carter (Khalil Madovi), Ash (Tom Rolinson). Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Club

Series 1, Episode 6 - Party

Nathan takes advantage of Mrs Carter's weekend trip away to invite Miss Poppy round for a romantic evening.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 19, Episode 3 - Truly And The Hole Truth

Compo and Clegg are unenthusiastic when Truly tries to form them into an active rescue team.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:40pm (repeat)
One Foot In The Grave. Image shows from L to R: Margaret Meldrew (Annette Crosbie), Victor Meldrew (Richard Wilson). Copyright: BBC

One Foot In The Grave

Series 4, Episode 4 - Warm Champagne

The Meldrews are back from holiday and Victor's luck - and temper - is worse than ever. Margaret can take no more of their existence and decides to embark on a reckless adventure that could change both her own and Victor's lives forever.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20pm (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Series 1, Episode 4 - A Day Out

Fletcher and Godber join MacKay and Barrowclough's work party, digging drainage ditches for the council. When MacKay calls into the village, the party take advantage of Barrowclough's easygoing nature, but get more than they bargained for after taking shelter from the elements in a church.

U&Dave channel logo 7:40pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Lee Mack, Angus Deayton, David Mitchell. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 1, Episode 4

Jason Manford and Myleene Klass join David Mitchell whilst Men Behaving Badly co-stars Leslie Ash and Neil Morrissey team up with Lee Mack.

U&Yesterday channel logo 7:50pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 13, Episode 5 - Passing The Earring

When Howard finds a piece of jewellery on him belonging to a certain lady, he unwisely asks Clegg for help.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:55pm (repeat)
Fawlty Towers. Image shows from L to R: Manuel (Andrew Sachs), Basil Fawlty (John Cleese), Sybil Fawlty (Prunella Scales), Polly (Connie Booth). Copyright: BBC

Fawlty Towers

A selection of episodes from the second series of the hotel-based sitcom starring John Cleese.

U&Dave channel logo 8:20pm (repeat)
QI Titles. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series E, Christmas Special - Empire

A Christmas special with Jo Brand, Bill Bailey and Sean Lock.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 8:30pm
30 min
Room 101. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 1, Episode 5 - Alistair McGowan, Hilary Devey, Josh Groban

This week Alistair McGowan, Hilary Devey and Josh Groban try to send the things they hate the most into Room 101. Nominations include children, Valentine's Day and smoking bans.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 8:30pm (repeat)
Harry Hill's TV Burp. Harry Hill. Copyright: Avalon Television

Harry Hill's TV Burp

Series 12, Episode 2

This week, Harry has a spot of bother with some talcum powder, and muses the difference between British (white) and French (pink) maggots.

Comedy Central 9pm (repeat)
Lee Evans - Big - Live At The O2. Lee Evans. Copyright: Little Mo Films

Lee Evans - Big - Live At The O2

A TV broadcast of Lee Evans's record-breaking tour, which played to over half a million fans across the UK. Infectious stand-up from the top comic.

Comedy Central Extra 9pm (repeat)
The Grumpy Guide To.... Ronni Ancona. Copyright: Liberty Bell

The Grumpy Guide To...

2010 Specials - The Grumpy Guide To School Days

The Grumpy Old Men and Women take a look back 'the best days of your life'. We all remember the sadistic games teacher, or the unique boredom of double maths on a Monday morning, but, for the grumpies, the school day horrors seem to have particular resonance.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (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 4

Host Dara O'Briain is joined by regulars Hugh Dennis, Frankie Boyle, Andy Parsons and Russell Howard. With guests Michael McIntyre and Mark Watson.

BBC Three 9pm (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 2, Episode 1

Russell Howard returns for a second series of the topical news satire show. With guest stand-up Al Pitcher.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm
60 min
Stella. Stella (Ruth Jones). Copyright: Tidy Productions

Stella

Series 1, Episode 7

It's Luke's 25th birthday, and while Stella is all loved up with Sean, the birthday boy doesn't know what to do about the return of his father, Rob Morgan.

BBC Three 9:30pm (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 2, Episode 2

Russell turn news junkie once again as he puts his spin on the week's headlines, as well as highlighting some of the more overlooked stories. With guest stand-up Ray Peacock.

U&Dave channel logo 9:40pm (repeat)
Alexander Armstrong's Big Ask. Alexander Armstrong

Alexander Armstrong's Big Ask

Series 1, Episode 2

Alexander Armstrong's panel show in which guests must both answer and devise the questions continues. The host is joined by Jimmy Carr, Rufus Hound and Andi Osho.

BBC Two Scotland 10pm (repeat)
Frank Skinner's Opinionated. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Avalon Television

Frank Skinner's Opinionated

Series 3, Episode 4 - Norwich

Frank is joined in Norwich by Chris Addison and Katy Brand.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
50 min
The Mad Bad Ad Show. Image shows from L to R: Micky Flanagan, Mark Dolan, Mark Watson. Copyright: Objective Productions

The Mad Bad Ad Show

Episode 1

The Mad Bad Ad Show brings together an original mix of challenges, comic banter and a bit of ad land insight. This week Mark Watson and Micky Flanagan are joined by Holly Walsh and Joe Wilkinson to promote confectionery.

U&Dave channel logo 10:20pm (repeat)
That Mitchell And Webb Look. Image shows from L to R: David Mitchell, Robert Webb. Copyright: BBC

That Mitchell And Webb Look

Series 4, Episode 5

A modern-day Cyrano de Bergerac gives some tips on how to get Debbie to switch off EastEnders long enough to read her a love poem. There's an in-depth documentary about documentaries, and a very angry discussion about christenings. Meanwhile, David and Rob look for a sensitve new way to end their sketch show, just to prove they have depth.

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

The Graham Norton Show

Series 10, Episode 15 - Daniel Radcliffe, Omid Djalili, Cuba Gooding Jr, Sinead O'Connor

Daniel Radcliffe says he was nervous about his new film and talks about life after Harry Potter; Cuba Gooding Jr reveals he has banned his father from his film sets; Omid Djalili dances for Graham; and Sinead O'Connor performs live in the studio.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 10:35pm (repeat)
Hot Fuzz. Image shows from L to R: Sgt Nicholas Angel (Simon Pegg), PC Danny Butterman (Nick Frost). Copyright: Working Title Films

Hot Fuzz

Hit comedy film from Simon Pegg, Nick Frost and Edgar Wright. PC Nicholas Angel transfers from London's Met Police to the sleepy village of Sandford.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
HIGNFY Titles. Copyright: BBC / Hat Trick Productions

Have I Got News For You

Series 36, Episode 7

David Mitchell acts as host, with Sarah Millican and Andy Hamilton.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 11pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Image shows from L to R: Jamie Redknapp, James Corden, John Bishop, Georgie Ainslie, Andrew Flintoff. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 4, Episode 6

Former Man Utd star Gary Neville and comedian David Walliams throw themselves into the thick of the action, from toe-wrestling to a spot of eco-friendly go-kart racing.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20pm (repeat)
Getting On. Image shows from L to R: Sister Den Flixter (Joanna Scanlan), Doctor Pippa Moore (Vicki Pepperdine), Nurse Kim Wilde (Jo Brand). Copyright: Vera Productions

Getting On

Series 1, Episode 3

Hilary has accused Kim of making an inappropriate remark and is insisting on disciplinary action, forcing Kim to call in her union rep.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:30pm (repeat)
Severance

Severance

Darkly comic horror film about a team-building exercise that goes disastrously wrong. Stars Danny Dyer, Tim McInnerny and Laura Harris.

U&Dave channel logo 11:40pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain

Mock The Week

Topical panel show taking a satirical look at the week's news. Hosted by Dara O Briain with regular player Hugh Dennis.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:55pm (repeat)
10 O'Clock Live. Image shows from L to R: David Mitchell, Charlie Brooker, Lauren Laverne, Jimmy Carr. Copyright: Zeppotron

10 O'Clock Live

Series 2, Episode 2

Lauren, Jimmy, David and Charlie are back to look over another week's news events.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:10am (repeat)
French And Saunders. Image shows from L to R: Dawn French, Jennifer Saunders

French And Saunders

A Christmas special featuring parodies of Monarch of the Glen and Tipping the Velvet.

U&Dave channel logo 12:20am (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 4

Host Dara O'Briain is joined by regulars Hugh Dennis, Frankie Boyle, Andy Parsons and Russell Howard. With guests Michael McIntyre and Mark Watson.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 12:30am (repeat)
The Jonathan Ross Show. Jonathan Ross. Copyright: Hot Sauce / ITV Studios

The Jonathan Ross Show

Series 2, Episode 6 - Denzel Washington, Keira Knightley, Tom Hardy, Dionne Warwick

Jonathan welcomes two-time Oscar winner Denzel Washington, Keira Knightley and actor Tom Hardy. Plus the legendary Dionne Warwick sings live in the studio.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1am (repeat)
Green Wing. Image shows from L to R: Guy Secretan (Stephen Mangan), Martin Dear (Karl Theobald), Mac Macartney (Julian Rhind-Tutt). Copyright: Talkback Productions

Green Wing

Series 1, Episode 8 - Slave Auction

East Hampton is holding a slave auction to raise some money, with Caroline, Guy, Lyndon and Alan putting their names down as auction lots. Mac reveals that his has got a new job, but it is in Sheffield and has to move. Sue learns of Caroline's love for Mac and decides to stop her - by killing her.

U&Dave channel logo 1am (repeat)
That Mitchell And Webb Look. Image shows from L to R: David Mitchell, Robert Webb. Copyright: BBC

That Mitchell And Webb Look

Series 4, Episode 5

A modern-day Cyrano de Bergerac gives some tips on how to get Debbie to switch off EastEnders long enough to read her a love poem. There's an in-depth documentary about documentaries, and a very angry discussion about christenings. Meanwhile, David and Rob look for a sensitve new way to end their sketch show, just to prove they have depth.

BBC Three 1am (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 2, Episode 1

Russell Howard returns for a second series of the topical news satire show. With guest stand-up Al Pitcher.

BBC Three 1:30am (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 2, Episode 2

Russell turn news junkie once again as he puts his spin on the week's headlines, as well as highlighting some of the more overlooked stories. With guest stand-up Ray Peacock.

U&Dave channel logo 1:35am (repeat)
HIGNFY Titles. Copyright: BBC / Hat Trick Productions

Have I Got News For You

Series 36, Episode 7

David Mitchell acts as host, with Sarah Millican and Andy Hamilton.

U&Dave channel logo 2:05am (repeat)
Star Stories. Copyright: Objective Productions

Star Stories

Series 2, Episode 3 - Simon Cowell: My Honesty, My Genius

Star Stories looks at Simon Cowell's brilliant and modest life.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:10am (repeat)
French And Saunders. Image shows from L to R: Dawn French, Jennifer Saunders

French And Saunders

A Christmas special featuring parodies of Monarch of the Glen and Tipping the Velvet.

Comedy Central Extra 2:40am (repeat)
The Detectives. Image shows from L to R: Dave Briggs (Robert Powell), Bob Louis (Jasper Carrott). Copyright: Celador Productions

The Detectives

Episode 3.2, Flash: Louis and Briggs deal with a flasher at a the policemen's ball.

Comedy Central Extra 3:20am (repeat)
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph), Tracey Stubbs (Linda Robson). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

Sitcom about mismatched sisters Tracey and Sharon, and their glamorous friend, Dorien.

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