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Television

TV schedule Tuesday 17th June 2014

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6am (repeat)
The Fall And Rise Of Reginald Perrin. Image shows from L to R: Reginald Perrin (Leonard Rossiter), Doc Morrissey (John Horsley). Copyright: BBC

The Fall And Rise Of Reginald Perrin

A midlife crisis sitcom about a bored executive who fakes his own suicide and seeks to reinvent himself in a desperate search for purpose and contentment.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (repeat)
Second Thoughts. Image shows from L to R: Faith (Lynda Bellingham), Bill (James Bolam)

Second Thoughts

Series 2, Episode 2 - Overtaken by Events

Hannah is saved from a nervous breakdown when Bill offers to give Faith driving lessons.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:30am (repeat)
Waiting For God. Image shows from L to R: Diana Trent (Stephanie Cole), Tom Ballard (Graham Crowden). Copyright: BBC

Waiting For God

Series 1, Episode 7

Diana's developing and inspecting the photos from her helicopter trip with Tom. Meanwhile, local politician Mr Ferguson is hoping to secure the block wrinkly vote in the upcoming elections, and Geoffrey's planning a move that's a little too close for Tom's comfort.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7am (repeat)
Butterflies. Image shows from L to R: Ben Parkinson (Geoffrey Palmer), Ria Parkinson (Wendy Craig)

Butterflies

Sitcom following dissatisfied housewife Ria Parkinson as she considers embarking on an exciting romantic affair with successful businessman Leonard.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40am (repeat)
Going Straight. Norman Stanley Fletcher (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: BBC

Going Straight

Episode 2 - Going To Be Alright

Fletcher pays his first visit to his parole officer to break bad news about his domestic circumstances: when he gets home he's surprised to discover eldest daughter Ingrid has taken up with his old cellmate Godber and son Raymond barely speaks to him. But even these woes can't keep Fletcher's mind from getting to his buried nest egg.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:45am (repeat)
Fit. Image shows from L to R: Cariad Lloyd, Humphrey Ker, Tala Gouveia, Aisling Bea. Copyright: Citrus Television

Fit

Childrens' sketch show based around sport and health. Created by the production team behind Horrible Histories.

TNT Sports 1 logo 8am (repeat)
The Football's On. Copyright: BT Sport

The Football's On

Series 1, Episode 7

Tonight, Sean Hughes is with Doc Brown and Ian Stone to talk about the latest news from Brazil.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20am (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 4, Episode 3 - A Celebrity For The Barbecue

An outdoors-indoors luxury barbecue sounds complicated - and it is!

CITV 10:10am (repeat)
Sooty. Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 16 - Down The Drain

There's no water at the Park! The gang's shower has stopped working, and Richard is covered in mud. It is down to plumbers Sooty and Sweep to put things right in time for the opening of the new picnic area - but not everybody will stay dry!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11am (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 1 - Quick, Quick, Slow

What could possibly dim the sunset glow that gilds the perennial boyhood of the three old reprobates as they drift through the timeless little Yorkshire town? For the hitherto irrepressible Compo it's the suspicion that Nora Batty's new lodger, Smiler is taking advantage of his privileged position. Fortunately, Foggy remembers a cure he learned in the jungle during the war.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:25am (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 4, Episode 12 - Men At Work

When the Farmer discovers he's sprung a leak, he calls the water board to come and fix the problem. The bored flock are thrilled by the opportunity to have some watery fun. When the workmen clock off, the party begins.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40am (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 2 - Give Us A Lift

Foggy has an idea which is sure to bring the pleasure back into climbing hills.

CITV 11:55am (repeat)
My Parents Are Aliens

My Parents Are Aliens

Long-running children's sitcom following the lives of three orphaned children. Their new foster parents are secretly aliens.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20pm (repeat)
The Fall And Rise Of Reginald Perrin. Image shows from L to R: Reginald Perrin (Leonard Rossiter), Doc Morrissey (John Horsley). Copyright: BBC

The Fall And Rise Of Reginald Perrin

A midlife crisis sitcom about a bored executive who fakes his own suicide and seeks to reinvent himself in a desperate search for purpose and contentment.

TNT Sports 1 logo 1pm (repeat)
The Football's On. Copyright: BT Sport

The Football's On

Series 1, Episode 7

Tonight, Sean Hughes is with Doc Brown and Ian Stone to talk about the latest news from Brazil.

U&Drama channel logo 2pm (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

Series 5, Episode 8 - Mind Over Matter

Dorien's hypnotises Sharon to help her to overcome her arachnophobia. This causes mayhem.

U&Drama channel logo 2:40pm (repeat)
Terry & June. Image shows from L to R: Terry Medford (Terry Scott), June Medford (June Whitfield). Copyright: BBC

Terry & June

Series 2, Episode 1 - To Catch A Thief

Only Terry could get a new car and lose it the same night. But his troubles don't end there!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 4, Episode 16 - The Pelican

An unusual guest lands on the farm. Shaun and Bitzer try their best to make the visitor feel welcome but can't work out what the unexpected arrival needs. When they realise it is hungry, they set about trying to find it some food - if only they could get their hands on the Farmer's prize catch.

CITV 3:15pm (repeat)
Sooty. Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 17 - Chocco Chimp

The prizes have disappeared from Mr Slater's new crazy golf course, and Richard is puzzled. Then the famous detectives Sherlock Sooty and Doctor Watsit are called in to investigate - and set a trap to catch the thief. Guest starring Matthew Corbett.

U&Drama channel logo 3:20pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 2, Episode 6

Onslow celebrates his birthday. Reluctantly, Daisy invites Hyacinth - and equally reluctantly, Hyacinth accepts. She's far keener, however, when she learns Rose's new boyfriend - a businessman - will pick her up in his limousine.

TNT Sports 1 logo 4pm (repeat)
The Football's On. Copyright: BT Sport

The Football's On

Series 1, Episode 7

Tonight, Sean Hughes is with Doc Brown and Ian Stone to talk about the latest news from Brazil.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:20pm (repeat)
Going Straight. Norman Stanley Fletcher (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: BBC

Going Straight

Episode 2 - Going To Be Alright

Fletcher pays his first visit to his parole officer to break bad news about his domestic circumstances: when he gets home he's surprised to discover eldest daughter Ingrid has taken up with his old cellmate Godber and son Raymond barely speaks to him. But even these woes can't keep Fletcher's mind from getting to his buried nest egg.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:45pm (repeat)
Gigglebiz. Justin Fletcher. Copyright: BBC

Gigglebiz

CBeebies legend Justin Fletcher gets the nation's under-sixes laughing their socks off with his collection of crazy comedy characters.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 4, Episode 3 - A Celebrity For The Barbecue

An outdoors-indoors luxury barbecue sounds complicated - and it is!

CITV 5pm (repeat)
My Parents Are Aliens

My Parents Are Aliens

Long-running children's sitcom following the lives of three orphaned children. Their new foster parents are secretly aliens.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5pm
30 min
Strange Hill High. Image shows from L to R: Becky Butters, Mitchell Tanner, Templeton. Copyright: BBC / Factory Transmedia

Strange Hill High

Series 2, Episode 8 - Innercrombie

It's Valentine's Day and while attempting to sabotage Abercrombie's zero tolerance to romance, the trio discover a portal to the inside the head's head. What at first seems like the best thing ever soon turns into a nightmare as the bullies gain control of the headmaster. The only way to stop them is to test the old adage - the heart rules the head.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5:30pm (repeat)
The Johnny & Inel Show. Image shows from L to R: Johnny Cochrane, Inel Tomlinson. Copyright: Princess Productions

The Johnny & Inel Show

Series 2, Episode 1 - Election

Johnny and Inel can't agree on who should be the show leader. This kick-starts an election campaign that lands them in trouble with the CBBC big boss. The Saturdays pop in for some Bants in the Booth.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:40pm (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 1 - Quick, Quick, Slow

What could possibly dim the sunset glow that gilds the perennial boyhood of the three old reprobates as they drift through the timeless little Yorkshire town? For the hitherto irrepressible Compo it's the suspicion that Nora Batty's new lodger, Smiler is taking advantage of his privileged position. Fortunately, Foggy remembers a cure he learned in the jungle during the war.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5:55pm
10 min
The Joke Machine. Joke Master (Jarred Christmas). Copyright: Liberty Bell

The Joke Machine

Episode 17

This episode's jokers are Wallace High versus Roscoe Primary.

The Africa Channel 6pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 3, Episode 1 - The Head Hunter

Shirley is head-hunted to assist with training at a top Mayfair salon. However, it soon appears that her charismatic female boss has an ulterior motive for getting Shirley out of Peckham for a while!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:20pm (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 13, Episode 2 - Give Us A Lift

Foggy has an idea which is sure to bring the pleasure back into climbing hills.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (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 4, Episode 3 - Hole In One

In the middle of the worst, wettest winter in memory, all the brothers have to flog is sun-tan lotion. Things are looking grim until Uncle Albert falls down the cellar hatch at the Nag's Head: a big compensation package could set them up nicely. Unfortunately, Del's unaware of Albert's past...

U&Drama channel logo 7pm (repeat)
Terry & June. Image shows from L to R: Terry Medford (Terry Scott), June Medford (June Whitfield). Copyright: BBC

Terry & June

Series 2, Episode 1 - To Catch A Thief

Only Terry could get a new car and lose it the same night. But his troubles don't end there!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (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 4, Episode 4 - It's Only Rock And Roll

Rodney's joined a band (on drums), and really believes that they could be the next big thing. Del's not so convinced, but, spying an opportunity to make a few bob, offers to act as their manager. Their first gig doesn't go well at all, but which one of the brothers will be proved right?

U&Drama channel logo 7:40pm (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

Series 6, Episode 7 - A Surprise For Jean

As Jean longs for a few surprises from Lionel, Alistair comes up with a plan to give her the surprise treat of a lifetime.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20pm (repeat)
Hebburn. Image shows from L to R: Vicki (Lisa McGrillis), Pauline Pearson (Gina McKee), Joe Pearson (Vic Reeves), Sarah Pearson (Kimberley Nixon), Jack Pearson (Chris Ramsey), Dot (Pat Dunn). Copyright: Channel X North / Baby Cow Productions

Hebburn

Series 1, Episode 2 - Ghost Town

It's moving day for Dot, and Jack's hopeful that Pauline might have forgiven him for the little debacle with the secret marriage.

U&Drama channel logo 8:20pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 2, Episode 6

Onslow celebrates his birthday. Reluctantly, Daisy invites Hyacinth - and equally reluctantly, Hyacinth accepts. She's far keener, however, when she learns Rose's new boyfriend - a businessman - will pick her up in his limousine.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Harry Hill's TV Burp. Harry Hill. Copyright: Avalon Television

Harry Hill's TV Burp

Award-winning comedian Harry Hill takes a surreal look at television clips from the previous seven days.

London Live 9pm (repeat)
Smack The Pony. Image shows from L to R: Fiona Allen, Sally Phillips, Doon Mackichan

Smack The Pony

Stylish, original and uninhibited Emmy award-winning sketch show starring Fiona Allen, Doon Mackichan and Sally Phillips.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series F, Episode 12 - Food

With David Mitchell, Rich Hall and Jimmy Carr.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:30pm (repeat)
Harry Hill's TV Burp. Harry Hill. Copyright: Avalon Television

Harry Hill's TV Burp

Award-winning comedian Harry Hill takes a surreal look at television clips from the previous seven days.

London Live 9:30pm (repeat)
Smack The Pony. Image shows from L to R: Fiona Allen, Sally Phillips, Doon Mackichan

Smack The Pony

Stylish, original and uninhibited Emmy award-winning sketch show starring Fiona Allen, Doon Mackichan and Sally Phillips.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Barbara (Miranda Hart), Guy (Simon Dutton), Lee (Lee Mack), Tim (Tim Vine). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 2, Episode 3 - Librarian

Lee is becoming increasingly riled by Guy's constant presence in the flat.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
50 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 11, Episode 1

8 Out Of 10 Cats returns for its 11th series, and joining Jimmy Carr and Sean Lock is new team captain Jon Richardson. Guests for the first show are Alex Reid, Russell Kane, Rachel Riley and comedian Josh Widdicombe.

VIVA 10pm (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Louise (Kathryn Drysdale), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Janet (Sheridan Smith), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 8, Episode 1 - Candle

It's Janet and Gaz's first night as a couple after Donna has moved to London to be with Wesley and start a new career.

Comedy Central 10pm (repeat)
Dara O Briain: Craic Dealer. Dara O Briain. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Dara O Briain: Craic Dealer

TV broadcast of Dara O Briain's 2012 live stand-up DVD.

The Africa Channel 10pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 3, Episode 1 - The Head Hunter

Shirley is head-hunted to assist with training at a top Mayfair salon. However, it soon appears that her charismatic female boss has an ulterior motive for getting Shirley out of Peckham for a while!

TNT Sports 1 logo 10pm
60 min
The Football's On. Copyright: BT Sport

The Football's On

Series 1, Episode 8

Ian Stone and Doc Brown are joined by Tim Vine to talk about the World Cup.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
60 min
Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled. Image shows from L to R: Jason Byrne, Richard Herring, Alan Davies, Phill Jupitus, Jessica Hynes

Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled

Series 1, Episode 2

Jason Byrne, Richard Herring, Phill Jupitus and Jessica Hynes join Alan. Crucifixion, school discipline and being confused for someone else get talked about tonight.

BBC Three 10pm (repeat)
Bad Education. Image shows left to right: Joe (Ethan Lawrence), Rem Dogg (Jack Binstead), Mitchell (Charlie Wernham), Alfie (Jack Whitehall), Stephen Carmichael (Layton Williams), Chantelle (Nikki Runeckles), Jing (Kae Alexander). Credit: Tiger Aspect Productions

Bad Education

Series 1, Episode 5 - Football Match

Alfie reveals a hidden talent when the annual football match between Abbey Grove and the school he attended, Middleton House, approaches. Will the benefit scroungers pull it off, or Middleton's snooty toff boys who clinch the win?

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 10:05pm (repeat)
The Parole Officer. Simon Garden (Steve Coogan)

The Parole Officer

Offbeat comedy starring Steve Coogan as an inept parole officer efforts to aims to recover a CCTV tape that proves he is innocent of a murder.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40pm (repeat)
Not The Nine O'Clock News. Image shows from L to R: Rowan Atkinson, Mel Smith, Pamela Stephenson, Griff Rhys Jones. Copyright: Getty Images

Not The Nine O'Clock News

Popular satirical sketch show of the late 70s and early 80s starring Rowan Atkinson, Mel Smith, Griff Rhys Jones and Pamela Stephenson.

VIVA 10:40pm (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Louise (Kathryn Drysdale), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Janet (Sheridan Smith), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 8, Episode 2 - Gazman

Donna visits from London because she's missing her Runcorn roots and tells Janet all about her new boyfriend, Wesley.

Sky Atlantic logo. Copyright: Sky 10:40pm (repeat)
Mr. Sloane. Mr Sloane (Nick Frost)

Mr. Sloane

Episode 4

Jeremy breaks out of his comfort zone by joining Robin at a trendy nightclub, but not before he's given a pair of school bullies a taste of their own medicine.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:50pm
50 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 15, Episode 10

Jon, Sean and Jimmy are joined by Susan Calman, Carol Vorderman, Chris Ramsey and Mel Giedroyc.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10:55pm (repeat)
Celebrity Juice. Image shows from L to R: Holly Willoughby, Rufus Hound, Leigh Francis, Fearne Cotton

Celebrity Juice

Series 6, Episode 1

This week, regular team captains Holly Willoughby and Fearne Cotton are joined by Joe McElderry, Rochelle Wiseman from The Saturdays, Dave Berry, and The Only Way Is Essex star Mark Wright.

London Live 11pm (repeat)
CTRL Freaks. Image shows from L to R: Dave Gibson, Jacob Edwards, Bec Hill. Copyright: Nerd TV

CTRL Freaks

Episode 2

The comedians turn American nerd Emily into a ditzy pop performer and single party girl Carly must admit to her friends that she's dating twin brothers.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm
55 min version (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 44, Episode 5

Damian Lewis hosts, with guest panellists Nigel Farage MEP and Harry Shearer.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:15pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Edmund, Duke of Edinburgh (Rowan Atkinson). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

The Black Adder, Episode 3 - The Archbishop

When 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...

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 11:15pm (repeat)
William And Mary. Image shows from L to R: William Shawcross (Martin Clunes), Mary Gilcrest (Julie Graham)

William And Mary

Series 1, Episode 5

William is distraught to learn his mother has suffered a serious stroke, and rushes to the nursing home to see her, arriving just before she dies.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 11:40pm (repeat)
TV OD. Matt Edmondson

TV OD

Episode 2

Matt Edmondson is joined by TOWIE star Sam Faiers and daytime talk-show host Matthew Wright to poke fun at the past week in television.

BBC Two Scotland 11:50pm (repeat)
Red Dwarf. Image shows from L to R: Kryten (Robert Llewellyn), Rimmer (Chris Barrie). Copyright: BBC

Red Dwarf

Series III, Episode 2 - Marooned

A flaming meteorite hit causes Starbug 1, with only Lister and Rimmer aboard, to career wildly into an arctic wilderness planet. The duo are alone, marooned in the stricken vessel, and with limited fuel and food supplies they face certain death if not discovered.

U&Dave channel logo 11:55pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series F, Episode 11 - Film

With Emma Thompson, John Sessions and David Mitchell.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV Midnight (repeat)
Hebburn. Image shows from L to R: Vicki (Lisa McGrillis), Pauline Pearson (Gina McKee), Joe Pearson (Vic Reeves), Sarah Pearson (Kimberley Nixon), Jack Pearson (Chris Ramsey), Dot (Pat Dunn). Copyright: Channel X North / Baby Cow Productions

Hebburn

Series 1, Episode 2 - Ghost Town

It's moving day for Dot, and Jack's hopeful that Pauline might have forgiven him for the little debacle with the secret marriage.

London Live Midnight (repeat)
Smack The Pony. Image shows from L to R: Fiona Allen, Sally Phillips, Doon Mackichan

Smack The Pony

Stylish, original and uninhibited Emmy award-winning sketch show starring Fiona Allen, Doon Mackichan and Sally Phillips.

U&Drama channel logo 12:05am (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

Series 5, Episode 8 - Mind Over Matter

Dorien's hypnotises Sharon to help her to overcome her arachnophobia. This causes mayhem.

BBC Three 12:05am (repeat)
Backchat. Jack Whitehall. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Backchat

Summer 2014 Specials - Father's Day Special

Jack Whitehall and his father Michael return for a special Father's Day edition of their comedy chat show, joined by Jonathan Ross, Judy Murray, Mo Farah and Nev Wilshire from The Call Centre.

VIVA 12:20am (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Louise (Kathryn Drysdale), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Janet (Sheridan Smith), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 8, Episode 1 - Candle

It's Janet and Gaz's first night as a couple after Donna has moved to London to be with Wesley and start a new career.

London Live 12:30am (repeat)
Smack The Pony. Image shows from L to R: Fiona Allen, Sally Phillips, Doon Mackichan

Smack The Pony

Stylish, original and uninhibited Emmy award-winning sketch show starring Fiona Allen, Doon Mackichan and Sally Phillips.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:40am (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Barbara (Miranda Hart), Guy (Simon Dutton), Lee (Lee Mack), Tim (Tim Vine). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 2, Episode 3 - Librarian

Lee is becoming increasingly riled by Guy's constant presence in the flat.

BBC Three 12:50am (repeat)
Bad Education. Image shows left to right: Joe (Ethan Lawrence), Rem Dogg (Jack Binstead), Mitchell (Charlie Wernham), Alfie (Jack Whitehall), Stephen Carmichael (Layton Williams), Chantelle (Nikki Runeckles), Jing (Kae Alexander). Credit: Tiger Aspect Productions

Bad Education

Series 1, Episode 5 - Football Match

Alfie reveals a hidden talent when the annual football match between Abbey Grove and the school he attended, Middleton House, approaches. Will the benefit scroungers pull it off, or Middleton's snooty toff boys who clinch the win?

VIVA 1am (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Louise (Kathryn Drysdale), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Janet (Sheridan Smith), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 8, Episode 2 - Gazman

Donna visits from London because she's missing her Runcorn roots and tells Janet all about her new boyfriend, Wesley.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 1am (repeat)
Youngers. Image shows from L to R: Davina (Shavani Seth), Jay (Calvin Demba), Yemi (Ade Oyefeso). Copyright: Big Talk Productions

Youngers

Series 2, Episode 6 - What Happened To Keeping It Real?

With a baby to look after, Ashley is determined to do whatever it takes to secure a record deal.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 1:10am
50 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jason Manford. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 10, Episode 3

Mark Watson, Stephen Mangan, Daniel Sloss and Vanessa Feltz take part in the comedy quiz.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:15am (repeat)
Not The Nine O'Clock News. Image shows from L to R: Rowan Atkinson, Mel Smith, Pamela Stephenson, Griff Rhys Jones. Copyright: Getty Images

Not The Nine O'Clock News

Popular satirical sketch show of the late 70s and early 80s starring Rowan Atkinson, Mel Smith, Griff Rhys Jones and Pamela Stephenson.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:40am (repeat)
Blackadder. Edmund, Duke of Edinburgh (Rowan Atkinson). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

The Black Adder, Episode 3 - The Archbishop

When 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...

Comedy Central Extra 1:40am (repeat)
Dead Ringers. Copyright: BBC

Dead Ringers

TV impressions show that ran throughout the 2000s. Featuring Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Phil Cornwell, Kevin Connelly and Mark Perry.

U&Dave channel logo 1:55am (repeat)
Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled. Image shows from L to R: Jason Byrne, Richard Herring, Alan Davies, Phill Jupitus, Jessica Hynes

Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled

Series 1, Episode 2

Jason Byrne, Richard Herring, Phill Jupitus and Jessica Hynes join Alan. Crucifixion, school discipline and being confused for someone else get talked about tonight.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:15am (repeat)
Sitcom Does.... Hugh Dennis. Copyright: North One Television

Sitcom Does...

Episode 1 - Sitcom Does Families With Hugh Dennis

Hugh Dennis explores the highs and lows of family life, as shown in our favourite sitcoms. Featuring the domestic delights of the Royles, Outnumbered and more.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 2:30am (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 4

Karl addresses one of his pet peeves: animals that are treated like people.

Comedy Central Extra 3:15am (repeat)
Grouchy Young Men. Image shows from L to R: Jon Richardson, Donny Tourette, Jim Jefferies, Jack P. Shepherd, Seann Walsh. Copyright: Liberty Bell

Grouchy Young Men

Young male celebrities, including many comics, bitch and complain about life in modern Britain.

BBC Three 3:20am (repeat)
Badults. Image shows from L to R: Tom (Tom Parry), Ben (Ben Clark), Matthew (Matthew Crosby), Lucy (Katherine Ryan), Carabine (Jack Docherty). Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Badults

Series 2, Episode 3 - Champ

When 'Carabine Promotions Annual Charity Fundraiser Fun Run Run for Charity' comes around, the whole of Carabine's staff take to the country park wearing lycra to raise money for homeless people.

U&Dave channel logo 3:25am (repeat)
Alexander Armstrong's Big Ask. Alexander Armstrong

Alexander Armstrong's Big Ask

Series 2, Episode 1

New series of the ingenious chat-cum-panel show in which guests both devise and answer the questions. Featuring the comic talents of Jo Brand, Tim Vine and Stephen Mangan.

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