Television
TV schedule Wednesday 20th May 2015
6am
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Never The Twain
Series 5, Episode 6 - Definitely Not CricketCricket is a game that has been around for ages and when Simon and Oliver are invited to play for the local team they find that most of the team have as well! It takes the power of prayer and a few well-aimed arrows to tip the balance of the match in their favour...
6am
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Tommy Cooper
Episode 9Tommy Cooper presents his own show, with sketches and special guests. Featuring Ronnie Barker, Thora Hird and Stubby Kaye.
6:30am
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Trigger Happy TV
Quick-fire prank show that made Dom Joly a star. The comic unleashes his twisted humour on an unsuspecting British public.
6:45am
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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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Just A Minute
Episode 7Joining Nicholas Parsons and Paul Merton to play Just A Minute today are Shappi Khorsandi, Hugh Bonneville, and Jason Manford.
7:10am
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Minder
Series 8, Episode 1 - The Loneliness Of The Long Distance EntrepreneurLong-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.
7:30am
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Just A Minute
Episode 10Joining Nicholas Parsons and Paul Merton to play Just A Minute today are Julian Clary, Stephen Fry, and Shappi Khorsandi.
8am
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Monarch Of The Glen
Series 3, Episode 6Comedy drama set in the Scottish Highlands, based on the comic novels of Compton Mackenzie.
8:55am
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4 O'Clock Club
Series 1, Episode 9 - AuctionWhen the school's last remaining keyboard blows a fuse, Josh decides to help raise funds for new musical instruments by staging a charity auction. But without any valuables to give to the cause, Josh opts to donate Nathan's stuff instead.
9:25am
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Twirlywoos
Series 1, Episode 1 - FullThe Twirlywoos are in a kitchen, where they watch a man turn on a tap and fill a glass with water. When he leaves, the Twirlywoos come out and turn the tap on. They fill a glass with water and then start to find other things around the kitchen to fill up.
10:20am
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The Dog Ate My Homework
Series 2, Episode 2The super-student team captains are joined by Hacker the Dog, presenter Michelle Ackerley and Johnny & Inel.
10:30am
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The Two Ronnies
Series 11, Episode 3Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.
10:50am
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My Parents Are Aliens
Long-running children's sitcom following the lives of three orphaned children. Their new foster parents are secretly aliens.
11am
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Minder
Series 8, Episode 2 - A Bouquet Of Barbed WineLong-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.
11:10am
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Roy
Series 2, Episode 9 - Invisible RoyRoy makes two outstanding discoveries in one day: that he can turn himself invisible and that his mate Jack is being bullied. Roy is determined to use his invisibility powers to avenge Jack, with help from their friends.
11:15am
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Sooty
Series 2, Episode 4 - Sooty's Space RocketWhen Sooty builds his own space rocket, he is determined to be the first teddy bear on Mars. But when the rocket crash-lands on Mr. Slater's mobile toilet, will all his dreams go down the pan?
11:20am
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 3, Episode 6 - The Art ExhibitionHyacinth's passion for art coincides with Daddy's desire to join the Foreign Legion.
12pm
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 3, Episode 7 - What To Wear When YachtingHyacinth plans a nautical supper when one of Sheridan's friends lends them a cruiser for the weekend.
12:10pm
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4 O'Clock Club
Series 1, Episode 9 - AuctionWhen the school's last remaining keyboard blows a fuse, Josh decides to help raise funds for new musical instruments by staging a charity auction. But without any valuables to give to the cause, Josh opts to donate Nathan's stuff instead.
12:40pm
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dinnerladies
Series 1, Episode 6 - NightshiftWith Tony too ill to come into work, and his cover so bad-mannered, ill-tempered, horrible and bossy that everyone save Brenda walks out, it's not the best time to have to be open for a rare night shift!
1pm
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Citizen Smith
Series 4, Episode 5 - PrisonersArrested again - but for once, wrongfully - Speed is patiently awaiting trial inside when a violent Scottish criminal, Mactaggart, forces him to assist him in breaking out. Ordering him to Wolfie's, Mactaggart is soon holding the entire TPF, plus Mum and Dad, hostage at gunpoint. How will they get out of this one?
1:20pm
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dinnerladies
Series 2, Episode 1 - CateringIt's Friday 9th April 1999, the date to conceive a 'millennium baby'. Whilst Tony attempts to humour a rather dim-witted work-experience girl, Bren's main concern is having workmen in to paint the canteen without closing for the duration.
1:25pm
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Twirlywoos
Series 1, Episode 1 - FullThe Twirlywoos are in a kitchen, where they watch a man turn on a tap and fill a glass with water. When he leaves, the Twirlywoos come out and turn the tap on. They fill a glass with water and then start to find other things around the kitchen to fill up.
1:40pm
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 4, Episode 5 - Looking At PropertiesThinking small doesn't come easy to Hyacinth - just as Richard feared. He's particularly worried as he has to pick Daddy up from the police station, leaving her to look at holiday homes alone.
2pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 6, Episode 2 - Car And GarterIn order to enhance Sid's marital status, Foggy, Clegg and Compo put their minds to thinking of some way of giving him a daring and glamorous image in Ivy's eyes.
2:05pm
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The Dog Ate My Homework
Series 2, Episode 2The super-student team captains are joined by Hacker the Dog, presenter Michelle Ackerley and Johnny & Inel.
2:20pm
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 1, Christmas Special - SailingMiserable at the prospect of her first Christmas without Darryl, Tracey is over the moon when two cruise tickets arrive. That is until Garth calls to say he won't be home. She refuses to go at all, but Sharon and Dorien have a devious plan.
2:25pm
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Desmond's
Series 5, Episode 3 - Halcyon DazeIt's Sean's first day at university - but is he ready to exchange freedom for books?
2:40pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 6, Episode 3 - The Odd Dog MenA chance encounter with an unwilling and resentful dog-walker suggests to Foggy that this might just be the business opportunity he has been waiting for all his life. With the reluctant assistance of Compo and Clegg, he sets out to prove that 'walkies' could mean big money for them.
3pm
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Monarch Of The Glen
Series 3, Episode 6Comedy drama set in the Scottish Highlands, based on the comic novels of Compton Mackenzie.
3pm
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Shaun The Sheep
Series 2, Episode 29 - WhistleblowerBitzer loses his precious whistle and tests out a trumpet as a replacement. Before long, the power of the trumpet goes to his head and his fanfares and jazz styled bugling drives the flock around the bend.
3:20pm
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To The Manor Born
Series 3, Episode 1The local Scout group are busy raising funds for a new hut, but DeVere is reluctant to sponsor their raft-building scheme. However, he does have a picnic in mind.
3:45pm
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Are You Being Served?
Series 5, Episode 3 - Founder's DayFor Mr. Grace's birthday, the staff decide to hold a This is Your Life themed party, as everyone recalls how Mr. Grace has impacted their lives ... and one surprise guest makes a startling revelation.
4:15pm
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Fresh Fields
Series 1, Episode 1 - Dish Of The DayWith daughter Emma having just left home, Hester Fields decides that it is time to spice up her marriage, starting with a nice meal. Meanwhile, her long-term AWOL father has got in contact with her mother...
4:15pm
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'Allo 'Allo!
Series 4, Episode 5 - The Sausages In The TrousersThe Resistance begin sending through components to replace those lost from the radio with the flying nun attached - Gruber, meanwhile, has finished the painting forgeries, and a shipment of dynamite has also arrived. The problem? They're all hidden inside sausages...
4:45pm
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Just Good Friends
Series 3, Episode 1Vince and Penny meet up after two years apart. The romantic setting is the Eiffel Tower in Paris, but can they rekindle their roller-coaster relationship one more time? Both their professional lives have changed but Vince still has his devious ways of getting in to Penny's bedroom. However, there is one piece of news he neglects to tell her ...
4:50pm
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On The Buses
Series 7, Episode 2 - The Perfect ClippieWithout Arthur's share of the housekeeping, Mum just can't afford three good meals on Stan's income alone so he insists Olive get a job. After some grovelling Blakey agrees to trial her as a clippie again - and she soon turns out to be the best in the depot!
4:55pm
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Desmond's
Series 5, Episode 3 - Halcyon DazeIt's Sean's first day at university - but is he ready to exchange freedom for books?
5pm
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Ever Decreasing Circles
Series 1, Episode 3When Paul is taken away by the police in the middle of the night, Martin is quick to signal his demise and the nature of his crime is the subject for speculation. "Goings-on" like this have never gone on in the Close and Martin is determined to do something about it.
5pm
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Minder
Series 8, Episode 2 - A Bouquet Of Barbed WineLong-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.
5:20pm
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On The Buses
Series 7, Episode 3 - The Ticket MachineMum and Olive decide to become mail-order agents, but grossly misunderstand how profitable it'll be, leaving Stan with a huge debt to pay off. Jack thinks he has the answer in the form of an 'expropriated' ticket machine...
5:30pm
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Boj
Episode 6 - Let's Get RummagingMrs Bleat's rummage sale to raise money for a new Giggly Park fountain is a bit of flop. Pops and Mimi can't understand why nobody is interested in all the amazing things! And thanks to Boj's idea they re-use the unwanted leftover items to create a new one-of-a-kind fountain that money just can't buy!
5:40pm
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Ever Decreasing Circles
Series 1, Episode 4Martin, Ann, Howard and Hilda have holidayed at the same Alpine guest house every year for the last 7, but this year Paul has offered them use of a villa in Spain. Martin relishes their routine and is appalled...
6pm
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Citizen Smith
Series 4, Episode 5 - PrisonersArrested again - but for once, wrongfully - Speed is patiently awaiting trial inside when a violent Scottish criminal, Mactaggart, forces him to assist him in breaking out. Ordering him to Wolfie's, Mactaggart is soon holding the entire TPF, plus Mum and Dad, hostage at gunpoint. How will they get out of this one?
6:20pm
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Gavin & Stacey
Series 1, Episode 4The Shipmans drive down to Wales for the wedding fayre, and after a momentous trip to the church for the reading of the banns, Nessa tells Stacey her big secret.
6:40pm
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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!
7pm
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Gavin & Stacey
Series 1, Episode 5The bride-to-be has her hen party, while Gavin embarks on two stag nights.
7pm
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Run Fatboy Run
Having previously jilted his fiancée at the altar, Dennis Doyle attempts to win her back by running a marathon.
7pm60 min version (repeat)
7:20pm
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 4, Episode 5 - Looking At PropertiesThinking small doesn't come easy to Hyacinth - just as Richard feared. He's particularly worried as he has to pick Daddy up from the police station, leaving her to look at holiday homes alone.
7:40pm
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 1, Christmas Special - Christmas CrackersIt's anthracite roast potatoes and green stuff all round - Grandad's cooking Christmas dinner! Trouble is, Rodney's in danger of dying of boredom. Then the glittering attractions of the Monte Carlo club beckon...
8pm60 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You
Series 46, Episode 6Alexander Armstrong hosts the news quiz, with team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop, and guest panellists Godfrey Bloom and Victoria Coren Mitchell.
9pm
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Blackadder Exclusive: The Whole Rotten Saga
Documentary - Blackadder: The Whole Rotten SagaDocumentary celebrating the marvellously mirthful saga of Edmund Blackadder. Featuring interviews with key cast and crew, and rare rehearsal footage.
9pm60 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You
Series 46, Episode 7Jack Whitehall hosts the news quiz, with team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop, and guest panellists including Janet Street-Porter.
9pm
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Live At The Apollo
Series 7, Episode 5 - Rich Hall, Andrew Maxwell, Mark WatsonRich Hall hosts with special guests Andrew Maxwell and Mark Watson.
9pm30 min
Newzoids
Series 1, Episode 6Antiques Roadshow heads to Syria; Miranda Hart visits the doctor; Mad Macs invade Westminster; Wayne Rooney takes part in The Cube; Alex Salmond wants independence; and Prince George sings about his life.
9:30pm30 min
Car Share
Series 1, Episode 5It's John's Nan's birthday but he's forgotten to post her card. Will he be able to put things right on the journey en route to work?
9:30pm
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Live At The Apollo
Series 7, Episode 7 - Jason Manford, Jimeoin, Tom StadeJason Manford hosts, with Jimeoin and Tom Stade.
9:30pm30 min
The Delivery Man
Episode 6 - TheftThe drugs cupboard is raided and a forensic team is called in - one of whom is Matthew's very attractive ex, and is keen to get back together...
10pm
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10pm
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Mock The Week
Series 13, Episode 8Dara O Briain hosts the topical panel show as guests Rob Beckett, Gary Delaney, Sara Pascoe and Romesh Ranganathan discuss topics including today's Scottish Independence Referendum vote.
10pm30 min
Murder In Successville
Series 1, Episode 3 - Dead, Rich And FamousDCI Sleet is joined by Deborah Meaden to find out who killed Lady Gaga.
10:10pm
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Doll & Em
Series 1, Episode 3The director casts Doll as an extra in the big scene. She manages to steal the spotlight from Em.
10:40pm
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Doll & Em
Series 1, Episode 4On set, Em's anxiety about her performance grows when she's distracted by a co-star.
10:40pm60 min version (repeat)
11:05pm
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Blackadder
Blackadder II, Episode 3 - PotatoWhen Sir Walter Raleigh returns to England's fair shore bringing luxuries such as the potato, the Queen falls in love with the explorers' dream. Edmund merely falls in love with the idea of fame, and of getting one over on the smug git, and so charters his own ship...
11:20pm
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Mrs Henderson Presents
Comic drama about keeping business going at London's Windmill Theatre.
11:25pm50 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 15, Episode 9Host Jimmy Carr and team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by celebrity guests Jimeoin, Joe Wilkinson, Nancy Dell'Olio and Greg Rutherford.
11:45pm
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The Royle Family
Series 3, Episode 1It's just a normal evening in at the Royles': Jim's piles are playing up, there's not an awful lot on telly, Antony and Darren are off to the Pear Tree after eating, and Baby David needs his nappy changed.
Midnight
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Murder In Successville
Series 1, Episode 3 - Dead, Rich And FamousDCI Sleet is joined by Deborah Meaden to find out who killed Lady Gaga.
12:05am50 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 14, Episode 2More facts, polls, figures and laughs. Host Jimmy Carr is once again joined by team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson as they discuss the topical events that set the great British public's chins wagging.
12:15am
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Fresh Meat
Series 1, Episode 4Kingsley admits his virginity to Josie and agrees to lose it with her, but has sex with Ruth first.
12:20am
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Mock The Week
Series 13, Episode 9Dara O Briain hosts the topical panel show as guests Rob Beckett, Milton Jones, Romesh Ranganathan and Holly Walsh take a satirical swipe at the week's news.
12:25am
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The Royle Family
Series 3, Episode 2Dave and Denise have left baby David with Bar whilst they go out for the first time - since the last time they went out. When next-door neighbour Joe turns up with an injured hand, Jim's amused by his accident, and soon drops Antony in it. Again.
12:30am
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 1, Christmas Special - SailingMiserable at the prospect of her first Christmas without Darryl, Tracey is over the moon when two cruise tickets arrive. That is until Garth calls to say he won't be home. She refuses to go at all, but Sharon and Dorien have a devious plan.
1am
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Da Ali G Show
A selection of three episodes of Sacha Baron Cohen's comic creation.
1am
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Virtually Famous
Series 2, Episode 6Seann Walsh and Chris Stark face questions and outrageous challenges alongside their celebrity guests Joey Essex and Hollyoaks actor James Sutton, plus comedians Katherine Ryan and Chris Ramsey.
1:05am
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FM
Episode 4 - Golden LadyLindsay is nominated for a radio award alongside his arch nemisis Topher Kiefer. Cameos include The Subways.
1:30am
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The Alternative Comedy Experience
Series 1, Episode 5 - Rice PuddingCharged comedy from Phil Nichol contrasted by the gentle David Kay, political satirist Andy Zaltzman, and funnyman Alun Cochrane. Backstage interviews by Stewart Lee.
1:55am55 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You
Series 46, Episode 6Alexander Armstrong hosts the news quiz, with team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop, and guest panellists Godfrey Bloom and Victoria Coren Mitchell.
2am
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Blackadder Exclusive: The Whole Rotten Saga
Documentary - Blackadder: The Whole Rotten SagaDocumentary celebrating the marvellously mirthful saga of Edmund Blackadder. Featuring interviews with key cast and crew, and rare rehearsal footage.
2:20am
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2:30am
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Black Books
Series 1, Episode 5 - The Big Lock-OutA new security system ensures Manny is locked in and Bernard out. Fran is obsessed by the voice of an old friend.
2:55am45 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You
Series 46, Episode 7Jack Whitehall hosts the news quiz, with team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop, and guest panellists including Janet Street-Porter.
3am50 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 14, Episode 2More facts, polls, figures and laughs. Host Jimmy Carr is once again joined by team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson as they discuss the topical events that set the great British public's chins wagging.
3am
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The Alternative Comedy Experience
Series 1, Episode 5 - Rice PuddingCharged comedy from Phil Nichol contrasted by the gentle David Kay, political satirist Andy Zaltzman, and funnyman Alun Cochrane. Backstage interviews by Stewart Lee.
3:25am
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Dirty Sexy Funny: Olivia Lee
A hidden camera prank show for Comedy Central starring Olivia Lee. Features stunts, scripted sketches and setups.
3:30am
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Murder In Successville
Series 1, Episode 3 - Dead, Rich And FamousDCI Sleet is joined by Deborah Meaden to find out who killed Lady Gaga.
3:40am
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Stella Street
In Surbiton, Surrey, film stars Michael Caine, Jack Nicholson, Al Pacino and others share a street with the likes of musicians Mick Jagger, David Bowie and football pundit Jimmy Hill.