Television
TV schedule Sunday 25th January 2015
6am
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Bottom Knocker Street
A selection of three episodes from the surreal children's comedy starring Phill Jupitus.
6:50am
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Timmy Time
Spin-off from Shaun The Sheep for the CBeebies channel, featuring Timmy the baby lamb and his friends.
7am
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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.
7am
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Bad Robots
Series 1, Episode 1In this first episode, student Barney ties himself in knots when posting a fragile wedding present using the TezCorp Frank and Send machine, and a photo booth believes its users would prefer to have their passport photo printed on a shower curtain or a duvet cover.
7:10am
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Shaun The Sheep
Series 3, Episode 9 - Bye Bye BarnShaun and the Flock discover that the Farmer has grand plans for their barn - that don't include them! Drastic action is needed if life on the farm is ever going to be the same again.
7:10am
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Sooty
Series 2, Episode 17 - The Dance CompetitionSooty Sweep, Soo and Richard take to the ballroom floor in Mr Slater's annual dance competition - but who will win the prize? Guest starring Helen Pearson.
7:10am
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Sooty
Series 2, Episode 17 - The Dance CompetitionSooty Sweep, Soo and Richard take to the ballroom floor in Mr Slater's annual dance competition - but who will win the prize? Guest starring Helen Pearson.
7:30am
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Bad Robots
Series 1, Episode 2The machines have had enough. No longer will they stand for being bashed about, kicked around and taken for granted. The Bad Robots are out for revenge...
7:35am
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Waiting For God
Series 2, Episode 3Diana shows no sign of forgiving Tom's small indiscretion at any point soon. Daisy, meanwhile, is making her presence felt by both residents and staff. A report branding Harvey 'un-necessary' is particularly hard-hitting.
7:40am
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Carry On Loving
Chaos ensues when the Carry On gang run a marriage bureau. The proprietors, Sid Bliss and Sophie Plummer, seem to only match the most unlikely couples.
8am
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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.
8:15am
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'Allo 'Allo!
A selection of three episodes of the wartime sitcom.
9:15am
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Shaun The Sheep
Series 4, Episode 1 - ConesThe flock hear the enticing tunes of an ice cream van approaching and quickly hatch a plan to divert it into their field. While the driver seeks help, the flock have great fun with an endless supply of ice cream - but will they be able to cover their tracks before they're discovered?
10am
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A League Of Their Own
Series 1, Episode 10The final whistle is about to blow. Football legend Matt Le Tissier joins the Reds, and actor Stephen Mangan is picked for the Blues. Who will finish top of the league?
10:20am
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Porridge
A selection of three episodes from the prison-based sitcom.
10:45am
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Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 27 - Big TVWhen the television blows up during Mr Bean and Irma's squabble over what to watch, Mr Bean invents his own ingenious form of home entertainment.
10:55am
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Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 28 - Keyboard CapersDetermined to finish Beethoven's symphony, Mr Bean wangles himself a grand piano, a music book, a candelabra - and a very patient piano teacher. Liberace, eat your heart out!
11am
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Laughter In Paradise
Comedy about four people who face tough challenges as set out in a relative's will.
11:20am
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Gigglebiz
Series 3, Episode 15Know-it-all antiques 'expert' Ann Teak examines a valuable piggy bank, gardener Will Barrow has problems with a thirsty butterfly, newsreader Arthur Sleep tells some more groan-inducing jokes, and fitness guru Keith Fitt demonstrates how to do press-ups.
1:30pm
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Horrible Histories
Series 4, Episode 11Dr Culpeper invites us all to his highly unhealthy health spa, a Crusader knight competes on Historical Masterchef, King John worries about all the internet haters, and crooner William Shakespeare serenades us with his big band.
1:40pm
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The Vicar Of Dibley
A selection of episodes from the second series of the Dawn French sitcom.
1:50pm
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The Great St. Trinian's Train Robbery
Frankie Howerd falls foul of the infamous schoolgirls in their fourth outing. The girls confront a hapless gang of crooks trying to retrieve stashed loot.
2:10pm
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The Dog Ate My Homework
Series 1, Episode 4The super-student team captains are joined by MI High spy Oyiza Momoh, Let's Dance for Comic Relief winner Charlie Baker and comedians Katie Mulgrew and Paul McCaffrey.
2:30pm
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Hancock's Half Hour
Series 2, Episode 1 - The Alpine HolidayAaah...the Alps, the fresh air, fantastic scenery, peace and quiet, the yodellers...
2:30pm
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Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 27 - Big TVWhen the television blows up during Mr Bean and Irma's squabble over what to watch, Mr Bean invents his own ingenious form of home entertainment.
2:45pm
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Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 28 - Keyboard CapersDetermined to finish Beethoven's symphony, Mr Bean wangles himself a grand piano, a music book, a candelabra - and a very patient piano teacher. Liberace, eat your heart out!
3pm
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Ain't Misbehavin'
Episode 2Trapp and Wallis take top billing in the Ray Smiles Orchestra following the unfortunate demise of singer Bing Williams. However, they become involved in a plot to bring abuot the downfall of a murderous Scottish gangster.
3:05pm
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The Dog Ate My Homework
Series 1, Episode 5Comedians Dan Antopolski, Chris Martin, Susan Calman and Blue Peter's Radzi Chinyanganya take part in the show.
3:40pm
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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.
4pm
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Justin's House
Series 1, Episode 12 - PandamoniumNisha and her friends Mish, Moosh and Mogo visit Justin. Moosh stays over to find out more about life in Justin's house. Justin and Robert do their best to entertain her, but think they've lost her instead.
4pm
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The Dog Ate My Homework
Series 1, Episode 6The super-student team captains are joined by Bobby Lockwood and Louisa Connolly-Burnham from Wolfblood, and comedians Katie Mulgrew and Paul McCaffrey.
4:20pm
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Waiting For God
Series 2, Episode 2It's been 15 years since his wife died, and Tom's feeling the loneliness more than ever. Reluctant to leave his bed, Marion of all people suggests he could find love again. Meanwhile, a new arrival at Bayview takes an instant and particular dislike to Diana. Has she met her match?
4:30pm
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Desmond's
A selection of episodes from the third and fourth series of Channel 4's longest running sitcom.
4:40pm
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Porridge
Series 2, Episode 6 - The Harder They FallGodber has reached the inter-wing boxing tournament finals and is a favourite to win. However, for Grouty's gambling syndicate, the opportunity to make a profit outweighs any concern for following the Marquess of Queensberry rules.
5pm
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Jam & Jerusalem
Series 1, Episode 4Sal's daughter Tash moves back in with her and begins to drive her mad.
5:20pm
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Porridge
Series 2, Christmas Special - No Way OutFletcher plans to spend Christmas in hospital to avoid being press-ganged into Grouty's latest scheme to spring a fellow prisoner. His plan backfires when Grouty finds out about his upcoming civilian hospital appointment and gives him a vital role in proceedings.
6:20pm
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Harry Hill's TV Burp
Series 6, Episode 7This week's episode featured danger on EastEnders, Harry eating a tortoise and what happens when QVC meets The Bill.
6:50pm
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Harry Hill's TV Burp
Series 6, Episode 8This week's episode featured fun on the set of Casualty, a new twig on the set of Emmerdale and Tracy Barlow throwing a portion of chips on the floor on Coronation Street.
7pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 16th series of Britain's longest running sitcom.
7pm
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The Indian Doctor
Series 2, Episode 4 - QuarantineWith Trefelin under quarantine, supplies are getting low.
7:20pm
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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.
7:30pm30 min
Still Open All Hours
Series 1, Episode 6There are mysterious sightings in the shop and Granville is convinced the place is haunted by Arkwright. How can he prove it to the locals? Meanwhile a surprise visitor from the past gets the whole street talking.
8pm
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Gavin & Stacey
A selection of episodes from the first series of the sitcom written by and starring Ruth Jones and James Corden.
8:20pm
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Porridge
Series 3, Episode 1 - A Storm In A TeacupHarris steals some pills from the Medical Officer, but manages to dispose of them when stopped by Mackay. Grouty is concerned the theft may lift the lid on his own thefts so ropes in Fletcher to replace the pills. Where will Fletcher find new medication before the end of the lunch hour?
9pm
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Green Wing
Series 2, Episode 6Harriet has split up with Lyndon, and Caroline has split up with Mac - but could complementary therapist Jake Leaf be the right man? Statham has won a caption competition so Joanna decides to put him in his place, but the plan badly backfires. The HR staff also get a visit from Kim's Turkish penpal.
9pm
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The Office
A selection of episodes from the second series of the Ricky Gervais sitcom.
9pm60 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 15, Episode 18 Out Of 10 Cats returns for a new series with a special extended edition. Host Jimmy Carr and team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by Jack Dee, Claudia Winkleman, David O'Doherty and Josh Widdicombe.
9pm
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Les Dawson: An Audience With That Never Was
Posthumous comedy special starring Les Dawson, appearing by 3D hologram technology 20 years after his death.
9pm60 min
Last Tango In Halifax
Series 3, Episode 5Caroline is relieved to find that Greg is a natural with Flora and a positive influence on Lawrence. Alan begins to distance himself from Gary while Gillian discovers that their private family matter has just gone public.
9pm
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Backchat
Series 2, Episode 3Join Jack Whitehall and his father, Michael, for a jam-packed edition of their comedy chat show. Filling the sofa this week are supergroup McBusted, and star of Pointless, Richard Osman.
9:30pm
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Russell Howard's Good News
Series 4, Highlights Special - Best BitsThe best bits from Series 4 of the topical comedy show hosted by Russell Howard. Includes some previously unseen material.
10pm
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Northern Lights
Robson Green and Mark Benton return as the competitive brothers-in-law who live in the same street.
10pm
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Mock The Week
Series 13, Episode 3Angela Barnes, Miles Jupp, Romesh Ranganathan and Josh Widdicombe are the guests this week.
10pm
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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 5 (Channel 4: Series 6), Episode 3Reginald D. Hunter and Aisling Bea join team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson, while Holly Walsh joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, and Joe Wilkinson 'assists' Rachel Riley.
10:35pm
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The Inbetweeners
Series 2, Episode 1 - The Field TripIt's a new term and the infamous sociology and geography field trip to Swanage is coming up; all the boys are on board.
10:40pm
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Mock The Week
Series 13, Episode 4Dara O Briain and the team skilfully pass around the week's news before shooting on goal with guests Rob Beckett, Susan Calman, Hal Cruttenden and Romesh Ranganathan.
10:45pm
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Crims
Episode 3Luke is horrified as Gemma reveals she is still living with Roger and they are now considering getting a dog together.
11pm
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A Bit Of A Do
Series 1, Episode 4 - The Charity Horse Racing EveningTed has to face his family and friends after having been declared bankrupt and subsequently left by Liz. She already has her eye on Neville however, but so does Rita. Meanwhile, Paul must try to keep his unfaithfulness a secret from Jenny.
11pm
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Steve Coogan As Alan Partridge And Other Less Successful Characters
Steve Coogan performs as some of his most famous creations including a certain Norwich DJ. Recorded in Blackpool in 2008.
11pm
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Lee Evans Live From The West End
A one-off live performance from the comic genius, recorded at the Lyric Theatre in 1995.
11:10pm
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The Inbetweeners
Series 2, Episode 2 - Work ExperienceIt's work experience week at school. Jay and Simon work at a plant hire, but a mix-up leaves Neil at a newspaper and Will at a garage.
11:15pm
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Drunk History
Series 1, Episode 1Tonight Rob Beckett on Henry VIII, Kerry Howard talks Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, and James Acaster on The Black Death.
11:20pm
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Gavin & Stacey
A selection of episodes from the first series of the sitcom written by and starring Ruth Jones and James Corden.
12:05am
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Backchat
Series 2, Episode 3Join Jack Whitehall and his father, Michael, for a jam-packed edition of their comedy chat show. Filling the sofa this week are supergroup McBusted, and star of Pointless, Richard Osman.
12:15am
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Monty Python's Personal Best
Episode 2 - Graham ChapmanThe five surviving Pythons pay tribute to Graham Chapman.
12:30am
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The Football's On
Series 2, Episode 24Ian Stone returns for more football chat. With special guests Milton Jones and Mick Ferry.
12:30am
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Al Murray: The Only Way Is Epic
The Pub Landlord returns to the theatres of Britain with his own plan to rescue the economy and the future of the country.
12:35am
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Russell Howard's Good News
Series 4, Highlights Special - Best BitsThe best bits from Series 4 of the topical comedy show hosted by Russell Howard. Includes some previously unseen material.
12:50am50 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 13, Episode 1Jimmy Carr once again oversees the disputes and deliberations on the topical events that set the nation's chins wagging. Jon Richardson and Sean Lock are joined by Joe Wilkinson, Ellie Taylor, Natalie Cassidy and Gabby Logan.
12:55am
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The Last Leg
Series 5, Episode 3Kathy Burke joins Adam Hills and co-hosts Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker to review the main talking points of the week.
1am
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Life's Too Short
A selection of three episodes from the Warwick Davis sitcom.
1:20am
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Jam & Jerusalem
Series 1, Episode 4Sal's daughter Tash moves back in with her and begins to drive her mad.
2:30am
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Life's Too Short
A selection of three episodes from the Warwick Davis sitcom.
2:30am
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Sweat The Small Stuff
Series 4, Highlights SpecialGrimmy, Rochelle and Melvin choose their highlights from Series 4, looking back at guest appearances from comics and celebrities including Pixie Lott, Tulisa, Lacey Turner and Jack Osbourne.
3:25am
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Grouchy Young Men
Young male celebrities, including many comics, bitch and complain about life in modern Britain.
4am
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The Football's On
Series 2, Episode 24Ian Stone returns for more football chat. With special guests Milton Jones and Mick Ferry.