Television
TV schedule Wednesday 28th May 2014
6am
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Sorry!
Timothy Lumsden, although bright, sharp and witty, is poor (at best) with the fairer sex - he's also stuck living with his cruel, domineering mother.
6:30am
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To The Manor Born
Series 2, Episode 6Richard plans a skiing holiday, but with his mother ill and Audrey having put her back out, will he ever leave? He's just got to learn how to ski first!
7am
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As Time Goes By
Series 3, Episode 8 - A Trip To Los AngelesJean and Lionel are in LA to meet Cy Liebermann, but she's growing increasingly concerned at his crotchety manner and behaviour towards the locals. Then some 'small' changes are mooted...
7am
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The South Bank Show
Melvyn Bragg talks to top comedy producer John Lloyd. With contributions from Stephen Fry and Rowan Atkinson.
7:40am
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Steptoe And Son
Series 7, Episode 4 - Live Now, PAYE LaterAlbert Steptoe and his son Harold run a rag and bone business. Harold wants to move on in the world and leave home but his plans are always thwarted.
8:20am
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Episode 7At last Hyacinth finds herself with an ideal opportunity to impress Emmet with her singing, during an event at the church hall. Rose, meanwhile, decides to become a nun.
8:25am
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Strange Hill High
Series 2, Episode 3 - The 101% SolutionMitchell must pass the 'Hardest Maths Assignment Ever'. He cheats and ends up earning the mythical grade of 101%, breaking maths, and the world as we know it in the process. The kids' only hope in fixing this is a boy genius who was frozen years ago and has not been properly defrosted.
9am
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Monarch Of The Glen
Series 7, Episode 3Comedy drama set in the Scottish Highlands, based on the comic novels of Compton Mackenzie.
9:30am
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Trigger Happy TV
Series 1, Episode 3Quick-fire prank show that made Dom Joly a star. The comic unleashes his twisted humour on an unsuspecting British public.
10am
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Trigger Happy TV
Series 1, Episode 4Quick-fire prank show that made Dom Joly a star. The comic unleashes his twisted humour on an unsuspecting British public.
10:40am
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Horrible Histories
Hit sketch show based on surprising facts from world history, inspired by the hit children's book series.
11am
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 8, Episode 2 - Keeping Britain TidyAn old mattress dumped in the countryside prompts Foggy to institute the Dewhirst Campaign for a Cleaner Countryside. But getting rid of it is quite a problem until Ogden Butterclough, an innocent insurance salesman, happens upon them and puts himself - to say nothing of his Mini - into the high risk category.
11:40am
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 8, Episode 3 - Enter The PhantomIn his ceaseless efforts to gain the everlasting respect of one Nora Batty, Compo is encouraged by Foggy and Clegg to capitalise on his natural magnificence and fearlessness. After all, how could she fail to be impressed by a mysterious figure on a motorcycle doing 'wheelies'?
12pm
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Would I Lie To You?
Series 6, Episode 6Lee Mack is joined by Bob Mortimer and Patsy Kensit and David Mitchell is joined by Greg Davies and Richard Osman.
12:05pm
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The Revolting World Of Stanley Brown
Episode 3 - PainMike has an accident while testing Stanley's new invention, so Stanley is forced to take Mike's place and become a junior marine...
12:20pm
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Sorry!
Timothy Lumsden, although bright, sharp and witty, is poor (at best) with the fairer sex - he's also stuck living with his cruel, domineering mother.
12:55pm
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Carry On Dick
Sid James and Barbara Windsor go out in style in their last Carry On film, based on the legend of Dick Turpin.
1pm
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Hancock's Half Hour
Series 3, Episode 11 - There's An Airfield At The Bottom Of My GardenHancock has found the perfect rural idyll. There is just one small problem...
2pm
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 4, Episode 6 - Nine And A Half DaysSharon gets more involved than she expected in the prisoners' wives support group.
2:40pm
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Brush Strokes
Series 5, Episode 2Gold-digging Paulette tries to talk Elmo into buying a country mansion. Jacko thinks she's going too far.
3pm
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To The Manor Born
Series 2, Episode 6Richard plans a skiing holiday, but with his mother ill and Audrey having put her back out, will he ever leave? He's just got to learn how to ski first!
3:20pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 26, Episode 3 - Has Anyone Seen A Peruvian Wart?Nora Batty is pursued by a renowned ladies' man.
3:30pm
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Tony Hancock: The Live Broadcasts
Documentary looking back at Tony Hancock's career, through which many television programmes were broadcast live.
3:30pm
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Trigger Happy TV
Series 1, Episode 5Quick-fire prank show that made Dom Joly a star. The comic unleashes his twisted humour on an unsuspecting British public.
3:40pm
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As Time Goes By
Series 3, Episode 8 - A Trip To Los AngelesJean and Lionel are in LA to meet Cy Liebermann, but she's growing increasingly concerned at his crotchety manner and behaviour towards the locals. Then some 'small' changes are mooted...
3:50pm10 min
Boj
Episode 8 - Flat As A PancakeIt is a hot day in Giggly Park and Denzil has invited some friends over to play. When Boj sees Dr Woof put a sticking plaster on Denzil's hurt knee, he gets a boj-a-boom idea how to mend the leaky paddling pool (which Dr Woof has been trying to pump up all morning!) with Mrs Woof's extra sticky pancakes.
4pm
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Monarch Of The Glen
Series 7, Episode 3Comedy drama set in the Scottish Highlands, based on the comic novels of Compton Mackenzie.
4pm
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Trigger Happy TV
Series 1, Episode 6Quick-fire prank show that made Dom Joly a star. The comic unleashes his twisted humour on an unsuspecting British public.
4:20pm
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Steptoe And Son
Series 7, Episode 4 - Live Now, PAYE LaterAlbert Steptoe and his son Harold run a rag and bone business. Harold wants to move on in the world and leave home but his plans are always thwarted.
4:50pm
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Geordie
Film about a weak young Scottish boy who grows up to be a muscle-bound hammer thrower.
5pm
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Episode 7At last Hyacinth finds herself with an ideal opportunity to impress Emmet with her singing, during an event at the church hall. Rose, meanwhile, decides to become a nun.
5pm
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Would I Lie To You?
Series 6, Episode 6Lee Mack is joined by Bob Mortimer and Patsy Kensit and David Mitchell is joined by Greg Davies and Richard Osman.
5pm25 min
DNN
Series 2, Episode 4A sideways look at the week's headlines. Phil Tyme hunts down a graffiti vandal, sports reporter Gary Ogden meets Splash! judge Leon Taylor, and 'Mann about town' Jahmene Mann wants to see the viewers' best sports tricks.
5:40pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 8, Episode 2 - Keeping Britain TidyAn old mattress dumped in the countryside prompts Foggy to institute the Dewhirst Campaign for a Cleaner Countryside. But getting rid of it is quite a problem until Ogden Butterclough, an innocent insurance salesman, happens upon them and puts himself - to say nothing of his Mini - into the high risk category.
5:55pm10 min
6:20pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 8, Episode 3 - Enter The PhantomIn his ceaseless efforts to gain the everlasting respect of one Nora Batty, Compo is encouraged by Foggy and Clegg to capitalise on his natural magnificence and fearlessness. After all, how could she fail to be impressed by a mysterious figure on a motorcycle doing 'wheelies'?
7pm
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Porridge
Christmas Special - The Desperate HoursHauled in front of the governor after being caught with illicit Christmas booze, Fletcher and Godber become embroiled in Urwin's escape bid as he holds Mr Barrowclough and the governor's secretary hostage.
7pm
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Brush Strokes
Series 5, Episode 2Gold-digging Paulette tries to talk Elmo into buying a country mansion. Jacko thinks she's going too far.
7:30pm30 min
Youngers
Series 2, Episode 4 - Professional ProblemsAshley has lined up the first paid gig for the Youngers and the Bad Breeds for a very special client. However, following a phone call from Uncle Errol, Ashley has to rush off to the hospital. In his absence the Youngers' performance is spoilt by Marlon, who starts a massive food fight which quickly gets out of control.
7:40pm
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As Time Goes By
Series 5, Episode 4 - Avoiding The Country SetLionel and Jean take extraordinary steps to avoid the gang - but problems arise when they arrive at their weekend retreat early.
8pm
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God Save The Queens
Episode 3In the final episode, God Save The Queens looks at the reigning queens of camp who grace our television screens day-in, day-out. Includes the stories of Lily Savage, Julian Clary, Graham Norton and Louie Spence.
8pm60 min
Porridge: Inside Out
Episode 2 - Banged UpSecond of three programmes celebrating this truly classic sitcom. Find out about life on set, while cast members, the writers and fans share their memories.
8:20pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 26, Episode 3 - Has Anyone Seen A Peruvian Wart?Nora Batty is pursued by a renowned ladies' man.
9pm
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Not Going Out
Series 1, Episode 5 - KidKate and Lee are forced to take in a lodger, a surly 14-year-old boy called Nicky.
9pm
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Twenty Twelve
Series 2, Episode 6 - Inclusivity DayHaving been shot in the foot with a doctored starting pistol, Ian Fletcher discovers he will shortly be without a PA, as Daniel has been offered a new job.
9pm
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Mr. Sloane
Episode 1As the 1960s draws to a close, good-natured yet hapless Jeremy Sloane has been sacked from his job and his wife Janet has dumped him.
9pm50 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 15, Episode 6Jimmy Carr, Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by celebrity guests Alex Jones, Joe Wilkinson, Danny Dyer and Miles Jupp as they thrash out the hot topics of the week.
9pm60 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You
Series 45, Episode 3This week's guest host are Warwick Davis. Joining Ian and Paul as panellists will be writer, broadcaster and former Conservative Member of Parliament Gyles Brandreth, and comedian Joe Wilkinson.
9pm
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The History Boys
Film adaptation of Alan Bennett's acclaimed stage play about eight history students.
9:30pm
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Spaced
Series 2, Episode 2 - ChangeAfter a dramatic outburst about Jar Jar Binks, Tim and Daisy find themselves visiting the Job Centre together. Brian is also struggling with work, which Marsha hints that it could be Twist's fault. Mike finds somewhere to live.
9:40pm
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Blackadder
Black Adder The Third, Episode 6 - Duel And DualityThe Prince has seduced and 'soiled' the Duke of Wellington's two nieces. When the triumphant war hero hears of George's indiscretion, he swears to have his revenge - can Blackadder get him out of this one, or will the Royal meet his maker?
9:50pm50 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 11, Episode 10The boys and their guests thrash out the hot topics of the week by examining surveys, opinion polls and statistics; from the silly to the serious, from celebrity gossip to world politics. With guests Dr Christian Jessen, Russell Kane, Kimberley Walsh and Josh Widdicombe.
10pm
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Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps
Series 5, Episode 11 - BababababaJonny's feeling left out as Janet devotes all her attention to baby Corinthian, talking to him constantly in a baby voice. Desperate to get some attention for himself, Jonny decides to act like a big baby - literally.
10pm
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Smack The Pony
Stylish, original and uninhibited Emmy award-winning sketch show starring Fiona Allen, Doon Mackichan and Sally Phillips.
10pm
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Desmond's
Series 1, Episode 6 - Sad NewsDesmond and Porkpie learn that Sweetsticks, a friend who came to England with them, has died.
10pm30 min
Episodes
Series 3, Episode 3Matt tries to get Sean and Beverly to kill him off Pucks! so that he can pursue an exciting career opportunity. Meanwhile, Sean and Beverly attempt to reignite their romantic spark. While over at the network, Castor struggles with plunging ratings and his equally dire mental state.
10pm
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Room 101
Series 1, Episode 6 - Nick Hewer, Carol Vorderman, Rhod GilbertThis week Nick Hewer, Carol Vorderman and Rhod Gilbert try to send the things they hate the most into Room 101. Nominations include advertising slogans, Facebook, and opening and closing ceremonies.
10pm30 min
Derek
Series 2, Episode 6Derek goes on a date with a girl from a dating website. He's excited but worried about his dad's health. True to form Geoff nearly ruins things for Derek, but Kev stands up to him.
10:20pm
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Blackadder
Blackadder Goes Forth, Episode 1 - Captain CookWith a bit of trickery and abuse of George's sole talent, Blackadder has himself appointed Official War Artist and hopes to be sent to Paris accordingly; however, Field Marshal Haig's plans don't quite tally with the Captain's expectations...
10:30pm
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The Charlie Hides Show
Impressions-based sketch show pilot from YouTube star Charlie Hides.
10:30pm30 min
Cardinal Burns
Series 2, Episode 5Young Dreams' Rachel channels her inner Ellie Goulding; office tedium is destroyed with a spiked birthday cake; and music festival stewards Bert and Moon have cruel intentions.
10:35pm
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Still Game
Series 6, Episode 6 - RecipeJack and Victor discover Pete the Jakey was the inventor of the famous Beefy bake and seek recompense on his behalf. Tam and Frances are having marital problems. Who can offer council... Navid?
10:40pm
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Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps
Series 5, Episode 12 - GodJonny can't help thinking that baby Corinthian is a bit boring, and comes up with some ideas to make him a bit more interesting. Janet decides to have the baby christened and have Gaz and Donna as the godparents.
10:40pm
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Peep Show
Series 7, Episode 3 - A Beautiful MindJeremy attempts to impress Zahra by holding a book group at the flat, but apart from Mr Nice, Jeremy has never read a book. Mark meanwhile is worried that he is unable to satisfy Dobby's sexual needs, and decides to purchase some help.
10:40pm
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24 Hours To Go Broke
Episode 3 - GermanyGreg Rutherford and Josh Widdicombe carry twelve thousand Euros into Bavaria, the tallest region of Germany.
11pm
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Porridge: Inside Out
Episode 2 - Banged UpSecond of three programmes celebrating this truly classic sitcom. Find out about life on set, while cast members, the writers and fans share their memories.
11pm
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Peep Show
Series 1, Episode 5 - Dream JobMark is up for promotion at work, but loses out to Sophie. Jez starts a new job at the music studio Super-Hands works at, although he's only allowed to work on reception.
11pm
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Trying Again
Episode 6Matt is relieved to hear the news that Iain is planning to propose to Kate. Love is on the cards for Meg's co-receptionist Martin too.
11pm
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Celebrity Juice
Series 5, Episode 2This week, Keith and co are joined by Vanilla Ice, Gino D'Acampo and Alex Carter, plus Keith challenges the Hoff to a special task.
11pm35 min
Cardinal Burns
Series 2, Episode 6Flirting goes high stakes as New Guy and Charlie are kicked out of the office and end up flirting in the grimy back streets of the city.
11:05pm
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The Guess List
Episode 6The famous faces in the last episode of the series are Russell Grant, Rachel Riley, Warwick Davis, Jane Horrocks and Gary Lineker.
11:10pm
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Peep Show
Series 7, Episode 4 - Nether ZoneIt's the day of Mark's baby's christening and he arranges to pick up Jeremy, the baby's godfather, from Zahra's flat on his way to the church. But unfortunately the lads get locked in the hallway.
11:35pm
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The Guess List
Episode 6The famous faces in the last episode of the series are Russell Grant, Rachel Riley, Warwick Davis, Jane Horrocks and Gary Lineker.
11:40pm
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PhoneShop
Series 1, Episode 1 - Doctor WhoIt's Christopher's first full day working for PhoneShop so Ashley and Jerwayne attempt to teach him some tricks of the trade.
11:40pm
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Never Mind The Buzzcocks
Series 25, Episode 10Cilla Black hosts with guests Holly Willoughby, Rizzle Kicks, Angelos Epithemiou and Tiffany Stevenson.
Midnight
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Porridge
Christmas Special - The Desperate HoursHauled in front of the governor after being caught with illicit Christmas booze, Fletcher and Godber become embroiled in Urwin's escape bid as he holds Mr Barrowclough and the governor's secretary hostage.
12:05am
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 4, Episode 6 - Nine And A Half DaysSharon gets more involved than she expected in the prisoners' wives support group.
12:10am
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PhoneShop
Series 1, Episode 2 - Never On A TuesdayWhile Christopher prepares for a lunchtime date, Lance obsesses over an email, and Jerwayne fumes over the girl with the owl tattoo.
12:20am
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Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps
Series 5, Episode 11 - BababababaJonny's feeling left out as Janet devotes all her attention to baby Corinthian, talking to him constantly in a baby voice. Desperate to get some attention for himself, Jonny decides to act like a big baby - literally.
12:25am
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Alan Carr: Chatty Man
Series 12, Episode 9 - John Cleese, Mary Portas, Richard Ayoade, Ellie GouldingJohn Cleese joins Alan for a chat about his remarkable career and the Monty Python reunion and live shows; Mary Portas drops in to give the lowdown on her new Channel 4 series; fresh from his 2014 BAFTA win, comedy actor Richard Ayoade joins Alan to talk about his latest film and TV projects; plus singer Ellie Goulding talks about her new album and performs Beating Heart live in the studio.
12:35am
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Frost On Sketch Shows
Sir David Frost traces the development of the sketch show over the last fifty years, from variety theatre to primetime television.
12:40am50 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 15, Episode 3Jimmy Carr, Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by Joe Wilkinson, Tina Malone, Rachel Riley and Chris Ramsey.
1am
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Harry Enfield & Chums
Hit 1990s sketch show starring Harry Enfield, Paul Whitehouse and Kathy Burke.
1am
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Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps
Series 5, Episode 12 - GodJonny can't help thinking that baby Corinthian is a bit boring, and comes up with some ideas to make him a bit more interesting. Janet decides to have the baby christened and have Gaz and Donna as the godparents.
1:05am
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The Ricky Gervais Show
Series 3, Episode 10 - SocietyThis week the trio discuss Ancient Greece and what laws and rules they may have instigated and muse over what life would be like if Karl was made President of Society.
1:30am
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Big Train
Sketch show featuring stars including Simon Pegg, Mark Heap, Kevin Eldon, Julia Davis and Catherine Tate.
1:55am
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Sweat The Small Stuff
Series 3, Episode 8This week's panellists are former world heavyweight champion David 'The Hayemaker' Haye, model and TV personality Tamara Ecclestone and stand-up comedians Joe Lycett and David Morgan.
2am
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The Bleak Old Shop Of Stuff
Episode 3Reduced to poverty and gin addiction Jedrington is at his lowest ebb, until his loyal and true servant Servegood restores him to sobriety by the gentle application of a massive cudgel.
2:15am
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Room 101
Series 1, Episode 6 - Nick Hewer, Carol Vorderman, Rhod GilbertThis week Nick Hewer, Carol Vorderman and Rhod Gilbert try to send the things they hate the most into Room 101. Nominations include advertising slogans, Facebook, and opening and closing ceremonies.
2:25am
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Russell Howard's Good News
Topical stand-up comedy and chat show hosted by Russell Howard.
2:30am
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Harry Enfield & Chums
Hit 1990s sketch show starring Harry Enfield, Paul Whitehouse and Kathy Burke.
2:40am
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Never Mind The Buzzcocks
Series 25, Episode 10Cilla Black hosts with guests Holly Willoughby, Rizzle Kicks, Angelos Epithemiou and Tiffany Stevenson.
3:10am
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Comedy Central At The Comedy Store
Series 1, Episode 8At the Comedy Store tonight are Marlon Davis on Barack Obama, Jason Byrne on getting sex when you're older, Steve Williams on night clubs and Phil Nichol on offending people.
3:30am
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Him & Her
Series 1, Episode 4 - The FootballEveryone is trying to watch the match between two local teams, except Steve and Laura and Paul.
3:35am
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Grouchy Young Men
Young male celebrities, including many comics, bitch and complain about life in modern Britain.