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TV schedule Saturday 18th July 2015

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7am (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Roger Bailey Jr. (Keiron Self), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 4, Episode 1 - Fitting Punishment

Susan is looking forward to the birth of her first grandchild, but not looking forward to being called a grandmother. Nick wants to move back in. And a new arrival at Ben's surgery has quite an impact.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 7:15am (repeat)
Sooty. Richard (Richard Cadell). Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 17 - The Dance Competition

Sooty 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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:30am (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Roger Bailey Jr. (Keiron Self), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd. / Rude Boy Productions

My Family

Series 4, Episode 2 - They Shoot Harpers, Don't They?

When Roger shows some talent at acting, Susan decides to jump on the bandwagon and takes dancing lessons... and a 'wine tasting' class! Meanwhile Michael is disappointed when he gets a B in an exam.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 9:30am (repeat)
So Awkward. Copyright: Channel X North

So Awkward

Series 1, Episode 9 - Fitzgerald Vs Fitzgerald

Martha is eagerly anticipating the visit of the Careers Guidance Counsellor, Mrs Lazarus. It's the perfect opportunity to help her finally decide upon a future career.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 11:25am (repeat)
Gigglebiz. Justin Fletcher. Copyright: BBC

Gigglebiz

Series 1, Episode 3

Today's show stars Anna Conda, a reptile expert with an unusual look; The Lost Pirate, an out-of-place and out-of-luck pirate desperate to find his treasure, no matter where he is; DIY Dan, the ever-cheerful but incompetent handyman who tackles problem doors with predictable results; and Chip Monk, the pet shop assistant who is reluctant to sell his friends - the pets. Weather girl extraordinaire Gail Force and Humphrey are off on a visit to a children's farm.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:35am (repeat)
Strange Hill High. Image shows from L to R: Becky Butters, Mitchell Tanner, Templeton. Copyright: BBC / Factory Transmedia

Strange Hill High

Series 1, Episode 1 - King Mitchell

When school bully Tyson smashes the lavatory walls with Mitchell's woodworking project, bizarre things start happening.

U&Drama channel logo 12pm (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

A selection of episodes from the fifth and sixth series of the sitcom starring Linda Robson, Pauline Quirke and Lesley Joseph.

ITV Encore 12:40pm (repeat)
Outside Edge. Image shows from L to R: Maggie Costello (Josie Lawrence), Kevin Costello (Timothy Spall), Miriam Dervish (Brenda Blethyn), Roger Dervish (Robert Daws). Copyright: Central Independent Television

Outside Edge

Series 1, Episode 3

Mim's catering skills are put to the test when the team turn up on her doorstep for a meeting that Roger's not told her about. She gets even more upset when she overhears the men saying that they don't intend to take their wives away on the next trip.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1pm (repeat)
Red Dwarf. Image shows from L to R: Cat (Danny John-Jules), Lister (Craig Charles), Rimmer (Chris Barrie). Copyright: BBC

Red Dwarf

Series II, Episode 2 - Better Than Life

The long-overdue arrival of a postal delivery brings untold goodies for the Dwarf crew: films, letters from home, news reels, and plenty more besides. One particular video game, the virtual reality title Better Than Life, is of particular interest.

ITV Encore 1:15pm (repeat)
Outside Edge. Image shows from L to R: Maggie Costello (Josie Lawrence), Kevin Costello (Timothy Spall), Miriam Dervish (Brenda Blethyn), Roger Dervish (Robert Daws). Copyright: Central Independent Television

Outside Edge

Series 1, Episode 4

Roger approaches Kevin for some tips on spicing up his and Mim's sex life. Kevin is only too happy to oblige but the outcome is not quite what Roger anticipates!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:40pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Pete (Hugh Dennis), Sue (Claire Skinner), Karen (Ramona Marquez), Ben (Daniel Roche), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 4, Episode 2

Mum has enough of the boys' attitude to housework so sets out on a campaign to civilise them. Karen battles with chuggers and buying shoes, while Dad goes to war with a domestic appliance.

CITV 1:50pm (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 2:20pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French), Harry Kennedy (Richard Armitage). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

2006/2007 Specials, Christmas Special - The Handsome Stranger

Yet another Dibley cottage has been sold to a Londoner, and Geraldine's not happy about the breakdown of the community. Setting out to confront the new stranger, she is struck by his immediate charm and good looks - but is he all he seems?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:25pm (repeat)
4 O'Clock Club. Image shows from L to R: Dexter (Jason Callender), Isaac Rodgers (Layton Blake), Nero Johnson (Akai Osei). Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Club

Series 4, Episode 9 - Mobile

Nero needs his confiscated phone urgently - but how can he get it back without Miss Andress finding out?

CITV 3pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 15 - Nurse!

Envious of all the attention his landlady receives when she breaks her leg, Mr Bean pretends to break his leg too. Then in hospital, he encounters the matron from hell!

CITV 3:15pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 16 - Dead Cat

While trying to redecorate the hall, Bean is obstructed at every turn by his landlady's vile one-eyed cat. Bean pops it in the dustbin to keep it out of the way for a while. Just his luck that it is rubbish collection day.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:35pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French), Harry Kennedy (Richard Armitage). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

2006/2007 Specials, New Year Special - The Vicar In White

The date of the wedding is fast approaching, and the Vicar's delighted to be attending in a dress rather than a dog collar. However, the villagers decide that their gift to the happy couple will be to organise everything for them - something Geri was actually rather looking forward to, thank you!

U&Drama channel logo 4pm (repeat)
One Foot In The Grave. Image shows from L to R: Margaret Meldrew (Annette Crosbie), Victor Meldrew (Richard Wilson). Copyright: BBC

One Foot In The Grave

A selection of episodes from the first series of the sitcom starring Richard Wilson as Victor Meldrew.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4pm (repeat)
Justin's House. Image shows from L to R: Justin (Justin Fletcher), Little Monster, Robert the Robert (Steven Kynman). Copyright: BBC

Justin's House

Series 3, Highlights Special - Justin's Favourite Song

Justin is in a singing mood so Robert uses a new invention to help Justin pick his favourite song.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:55pm (repeat)
The Interviews. Copyright: North One Television

The Interviews

Series 1, Episode 4 - Oliver Reed

One of Britain's biggest film stars in the 1960s and 70s, this is the story of Oliver Reed.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 5pm (repeat)
Yonderland. Jim Howick. Copyright: Working Title Films

Yonderland

Series 2, Episode 1 - Panic In The Streets Of Yonderland

Imperatrix's presence brings rioting to the streets on Yonderland and sends the Elders into lockdown.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 5:30pm (repeat)
Yonderland. Image shows from L to R: Mathew Baynton, Laurence Rickard. Copyright: Working Title Films

Yonderland

Series 2, Episode 2 - The Winging Detective

A murder at the Meadowlands Festival calls for the (not-so-genius) mind of Yonderland's finest (or, rather, only) detective. Meanwhile, Negatus endures the Imperial equivalent of an Ofsted inspection from Imperatrix's number two. And, Peter starts to suspect that something very strange is going on in his house.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:55pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason), Grandad (Lennard Pearce). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

A selection of five episodes of Britain's most popular sitcom.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:05pm (repeat)
The Dog Ate My Homework. Iain Stirling. Copyright: BBC

The Dog Ate My Homework

Series 1, Episode 1

The students are joined by Britain's Got Talent star Jack Carroll, DNN's Sam Fletcher, and comedians Bec Hill and Romesh Ranganathan.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 7pm (repeat)
Doc Martin. Image shows from L to R: Maggie Reid (Julie Graham), PC Penhale (John Marquez)

Doc Martin

Series 5, Episode 5 - Remember Me

PC Joe Penhale has an unexpected visitor: his ex wife Maggie. She appears to have completely forgotten that they split up a couple of years ago.

The Africa Channel 8pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

A selection of episodes from the second series of Channel 4's longest-running sitcom.

U&Dave channel logo 8pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series G, Episode 4 - Geography

With Jo Brand, Rob Brydon and Jimmy Carr.

BBC Two 8:45pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Image shows from L to R: Private Godfrey (Arnold Ridley), Lance Corporal Jones (Clive Dunn), Private Walker (James Beck), Captain Mainwaring (Arthur Lowe), Private Frazer (John Laurie), Sergeant Wilson (John Le Mesurier), Private Pike (Ian Lavender)

Dad's Army

Series 2, Episode 4 - Sgt. Wilson's Little Secret

Mrs Pike plans to take in an evacuee to help with the war effort, but Wilson gets the wrong end of the stick and believes that he has got her pregnant.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 9, Highlights Special - Best Of - Vol 2

More highlights from the 9th series of the sports-based panel show with James Corden, Jamie Redknapp, Freddie Flintoff and Jack Whitehall.

Comedy Central 9pm (repeat)
Lee Evans: Roadrunner. Lee Evans. Copyright: Little Mo Films

Lee Evans: Roadrunner

TV broadcast of Lee Evans's 2011 stand-up show and release, Roadrunner.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series G, Christmas Special - Groovy

A Christmas special with Bill Bailey, Lee Mack and David Tennant.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 9:45pm
45 min
The John Bishop Show. John Bishop

The John Bishop Show

Episode 8

In the last of the series, Jo Caulfield, Andy Askins and Daniel Sloss provide the stand-up, while Jason Byrne performs a unique magic trick. Music comes from Andreya Triana and an exclusive performance from John Newman. Plus, some dancing boys in pants!

Comedy Central 10pm (repeat)
Michael McIntyre: Hello Wembley!. Michael McIntyre

Michael McIntyre: Hello Wembley!

Stand-up Michael McIntyre performs to a sell-out crowd at the Wembley Arena. From October 2009.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish. Dave Gorman

Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish

Series 2, Episode 5 - I Would Drink That Bathwater

Dave devilishly dissects modern life as he judges the worth of online petitions and reveals how he beat Alex Reid - not at cage fighting, obviously.

BBC Two 10:30pm (repeat)
BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:50pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Daisy (Katy Wix), Lee (Lee Mack), Lucy (Sally Bretton)

Not Going Out

Series 7, Episode 7 - Surprise

No matter what happens, Lucy's surprise party for her parents' anniversary must remain a secret or it won't be a surprise. So why she tells Lee about it is anyone's guess.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
Bottom. Image shows from L to R: Richie Richard (Rik Mayall), Eddie Hitler (Adrian Edmondson). Copyright: BBC

Bottom

Series 1, Episode 6 - Accident

It's Richie's birthday and he's determined to have fun. Unfortunately, no one has turned up for his party, nor sent him any cards, and Eddie's hardly going to make things better ... especially when he breaks a leg.

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11pm (repeat)
The Last Leg. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Adam Hills, Alex Brooker

The Last Leg

Series 6, Episode 4

Adam Hills and co-hosts Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker provide some offbeat commentary on the significant moments of the past seven days, with Hollywood star Amy Poehler. Also featuring boy-band Rewind.

Comedy Central 11pm (repeat)
Stand Up Central. Russell Howard

Stand Up Central

Series 1, Episode 3

Russell talks about kids of yesteryear, happiness, and answers a question on time-travelling masturbation. His guests are Joe Wilkinson and Sofie Hagen.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled. Image shows from L to R: Marcus Brigstocke, Bob Mortimer, Alan Davies, John Robins, Katherine Ryan

Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled

Series 1, Episode 3

With Bob Mortimer, Marcus Brigstocke, Katherine Ryan and John Robins. Alan and co discuss podium dancing and Bob's unusually high backside, amongst other things.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:20pm (repeat)
Comedy Central 11:30pm (repeat)
Drunk History. Thomas Cromwell (Mathew Horne). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Drunk History

Series 1, Episode 1

Tonight Rob Beckett on Henry VIII, Kerry Howard talks Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, and James Acaster on The Black Death.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40pm (repeat)
Bottom. Image shows from L to R: Richie Richard (Rik Mayall), Eddie Hitler (Adrian Edmondson). Copyright: BBC

Bottom

Series 2, Episode 1 - Digger

Eddie and Richie try a video dating service, and for the latter a match comes up rather quickly! Naturally, he's lied and claimed to be aristocracy, but that's not going to stop him losing his virginity! Is it?

U&Dave channel logo Midnight
60 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 46, Episode 2

Guest host Richard Osman and guest panellists Dan Snow and Mark Steel join in the topical quiz.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20am (repeat)
Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:45am (repeat)
The Last Leg. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Adam Hills, Alex Brooker

The Last Leg

Series 6, Episode 4

Adam Hills and co-hosts Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker provide some offbeat commentary on the significant moments of the past seven days, with Hollywood star Amy Poehler. Also featuring boy-band Rewind.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1am (repeat)
15 Storeys High. Vince Clark (Sean Lock). Copyright: BBC

15 Storeys High

Series 1, Episode 5 - Pool Kids

After ejecting a troublesome child from the swimming pool where he works, Vince is targeted by some kids who will stop at nothing in their quest to destroy him. Well - almost nothing. Meanwhile, inspired by the life of Gandhi, Errol decides to bring about positive change for the residents of Elderberry House.

U&Dave channel logo 1am
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series G, Christmas Special - Groovy

A Christmas special with Bill Bailey, Lee Mack and David Tennant.

BBC Three 1am (repeat)
People Just Do Nothing. Image shows from L to R: Decoy (Daniel Sylvester Woolford), Beats (Hugo Chegwin), Michelle (Lily Brazier), Grindah (Allan Mustafa). Copyright: Roughcut Television

People Just Do Nothing

Series 2, Episode 1 - The Godfather

Grindah has to decide who he wants to make godfather to little Angel.

London Live 1:15am (repeat)
Smack The Pony. Image shows from L to R: Fiona Allen, Sally Phillips, Doon Mackichan

Smack The Pony

A selection of three episodes of the all-women sketch show.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 1:30am (repeat)
Doctor At Large. Michael Upton (Barry Evans). Copyright: London Weekend Television

Doctor At Large

Episode 10 - Upton Sells Out

Upton goes against his principles when he joins Stuart-Clark in a plush Harley Street practice. He is immediately at odds with the kind of medicine Dr. Whiteland dispenses.

BBC Three 1:30am (repeat)
Some Girls. Image shows from L to R: Viva (Adelayo Adedayo), Holli (Natasha Jonas), Saz (Mandeep Dhillon), Amber (Alice Felgate). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Some Girls

A selection of episodes from the first series of the BBC Three sitcom.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:40am (repeat)
Stella Street. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

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.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 1:45am (repeat)
Fake Reaction. Matt Edmondson. Copyright: STV Productions

Fake Reaction

Series 2, Episode 8

Guests facing zombie leftovers, an electric shock piano lesson, a rotten rope and a fishy shower are Made in Chelsea's Ollie Locke, Big Brother star Brian Belo, TV presenter AJ Odudu and comedian David Morgan.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 1:45am (repeat)
Virtually Famous. Image shows from L to R: Chris Stark, Kevin McHale, Seann Walsh. Copyright: Talkback / Hungry Bear Media

Virtually Famous

Series 2, Episode 3

Celebrity guests Jimmy Bullard and Laura Whitmore, plus comedians Rhys James and Chris Ramsey join the regulars.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2am (repeat)
Bottom. Image shows from L to R: Richie Richard (Rik Mayall), Eddie Hitler (Adrian Edmondson). Copyright: BBC

Bottom

Series 1, Episode 6 - Accident

It's Richie's birthday and he's determined to have fun. Unfortunately, no one has turned up for his party, nor sent him any cards, and Eddie's hardly going to make things better ... especially when he breaks a leg.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 2am (repeat)
Doctor At Large. Michael Upton (Barry Evans). Copyright: London Weekend Television

Doctor At Large

Episode 11 - Saturday Matinee

When Stuart-Clark buzzes off with a bird leaving Upton in charge of the Harley Street practice, it looks like a long afternoon with nothing to do - until the Minister arrives... And the lady for the bears...

ITV Encore 2:05am (repeat)
Cold Feet. Image shows from L to R: Pete Gifford (John Thomson), Karen Marsden (Hermione Norris), David Marsden (Robert Bathurst), Jenny Gifford (Fay Ripley), Adam Williams (James Nesbitt)

Cold Feet

Comedy drama about three couples experiencing the ups-and-downs of romance.

Comedy Central Extra 2:15am (repeat)
Lee Evans - Different Planet Tour. Lee Evans. Copyright: Little Mo Films

Lee Evans - Different Planet Tour

Lee Evans's Different Planet Tour, live from the West End at the culmination of more than 100 performances.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:30am (repeat)
Bottom. Image shows from L to R: Richie Richard (Rik Mayall), Eddie Hitler (Adrian Edmondson). Copyright: BBC

Bottom

Series 2, Episode 1 - Digger

Eddie and Richie try a video dating service, and for the latter a match comes up rather quickly! Naturally, he's lied and claimed to be aristocracy, but that's not going to stop him losing his virginity! Is it?

U&Dave channel logo 2:45am (repeat)
24 Hours To Go Broke. Copyright: Renegade Pictures

24 Hours To Go Broke

Episode 5 - Iceland

Phil Tufnell and Susan Calman are dropped off on a remote volcanic beach just outside Reykjavik. Their case contains just under two million krona and their champion spends include a round of midnight golf.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3am (repeat)
Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:30am (repeat)
15 Storeys High. Vince Clark (Sean Lock). Copyright: BBC

15 Storeys High

Series 1, Episode 5 - Pool Kids

After ejecting a troublesome child from the swimming pool where he works, Vince is targeted by some kids who will stop at nothing in their quest to destroy him. Well - almost nothing. Meanwhile, inspired by the life of Gandhi, Errol decides to bring about positive change for the residents of Elderberry House.

BBC Three 3:30am (repeat)
People Just Do Nothing. Image shows from L to R: Decoy (Daniel Sylvester Woolford), Beats (Hugo Chegwin), Michelle (Lily Brazier), Grindah (Allan Mustafa). Copyright: Roughcut Television

People Just Do Nothing

Series 2, Episode 1 - The Godfather

Grindah has to decide who he wants to make godfather to little Angel.

Comedy Central Extra 3:35am (repeat)
Dirty Sexy Funny: Olivia Lee. Olivia Lee. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Dirty Sexy Funny: Olivia Lee

A hidden camera prank show for Comedy Central starring Olivia Lee. Features stunts, scripted sketches and setups.

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