Television
TV schedule Saturday 15th August 2015
6:50am
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The Funny Side Of...
Episode 4 - The Funny Side Of Live TVClive Anderson guides us through the history of live TV, pointing out all the things that go wrong when the programme-makers have no second chance.
7am
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My Family
Series 9, Episode 2 - Bringing Up JaneyJaney wants to keep her new man under wraps, while a suspicious Ben tries to expose an affair between Susan and a client.
7am
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Lord Tramp
Hughie's life as a penniless tramp is about to change when he inherits a title and a massive estate - with servants and snooty neighbours.
7:15am
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Sooty
Series 2, Episode 25 - Panto PalaverWhen the actors for Mr Slater's pantomime don't turn up, Sooty, Sweep and Soo perform instead. Will The Wicked Bunny have Little Blue Riding Hood for his supper, or can Sooty the woodcutter come to her rescue?
7:30am
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My Family
Series 9, Episode 3 - A Very Brief EncounterSusan asks Ben to help an old girlfriend of hers through a divorce, but nearly precipitates her own.
9am
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Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of six episodes of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
10am
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Dani's Castle
Series 3, Episode 4 - That Sinking FeelingA romantic date night watching Titanic is ruined when Rich spoils the ending for Kait.
10:35am
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The Dog Ate My Homework
Series 1, Episode 9The super-student team captains are joined by Britain's Got Talent winner and presenter Ashleigh Butler, Susan Calman from School of Silence, Friday Download presenter Cel Spellman and comedian Chris Martin.
11:25am
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Gigglebiz
Series 4, Episode 7Professor Muddles creates a machine to make himself young again, while sports reporter Keith Fitt attempts to break another world record.
11:30am
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Strange Hill High
Series 1, Episode 5 - Big Mouth Strikes AgainBecky makes an unexpected enemy of the Tooth Fairy when she begins selling healthy food to fellow pupils.
11:45am
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Outside Edge
Series 2, Episode 4Both Kevin and Roger start to re-evaluate their lives after an incident at the crease that leaves the whole of the team reeling with shock.
12pm
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Birds Of A Feather
A selection of episodes from the sixth and seventh series of the sitcom starring Linda Robson, Pauline Quirke, Lesley Joseph.
12:15pm
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Outside Edge
Series 2, Episode 5The mood is mixed at the annual Brent Park Barbecue, Dance and Fundraising Evening. Whilst everyone's trying to put on the best show possible, thoughts of Fred are never far from mind, and the presence of a few unexpected guests results in some rather unlikely liasons.
1pm
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Red Dwarf
Series V, Episode 2 - The InquisitorWhen The Inquisitor beams down into Red Dwarf, the crew have to justify their existence to him and prove that they are worthy of life.
1:40pm
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One Foot In The Grave
Series 5, Christmas Special - The Man Who Blew AwayVictor is dogged by the practical jokes of a pair of local children, but having been recently stolen he is at least finally rid of the albatross that is their car. A long-forgotten holiday acquaintance, Mr Foskett, comes to visit the Meldrews and his unconventional behaviour causes problems for Patrick.
1:50pm
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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.
2:25pm
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4 O'Clock Club
Series 1, Episode 4 - DiscoThe school disco means just one thing for the Carter brothers - girl trouble.
2:35pm
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One Foot In The Grave
Series 5, Christmas Special - The Wisdom Of The WitchThe Meldrews have a tarot reading that prophesies disaster for Victor. Patrick and Pippa sell their home, but a house clearance crew are mistaken for their removal men. Patrick and Victor get snowed in at an old house with a jealous boyfriend and a huge spider.
3pm
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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.
3:15pm
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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!
4pm
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One Foot In The Grave
A selection of episodes from the third series of the sitcom starring Richard Wilson as Victor Meldrew.
4pm
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'Allo 'Allo!
A selection of episodes from the fifth series of the wartime sitcom.
4pm
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Miss MacTaggart Won't Lie Down
After being mistakenly declared dead, elderly Jeannie MacTaggart makes trouble for the officials who won't correct her records.
4pm
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Justin's House
Series 1, Episode 6 - Auntie Justina VisitsAll is well in Justin's House - until news arrives that Auntie Justina is paying a visit. Last time she came, Little Monster poured custard into her bag. Everything needs to be spick and span, and Little Monster must not be seen - especially near Justina's bag!
5:30pm
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Yonderland
Series 2, Episode 6 - Game Of CronesPeter has got over his fear that his house is haunted. However, when he discovers male shoes at the end of the bed, he is left with a whole new worry.
5:45pm
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Only Fools And Horses
A selection of six episodes of Britain's most popular sitcom.
6:05pm
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The Dog Ate My Homework
Series 1, Episode 9The super-student team captains are joined by Britain's Got Talent winner and presenter Ashleigh Butler, Susan Calman from School of Silence, Friday Download presenter Cel Spellman and comedian Chris Martin.
7pm
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Doc Martin
Series 1, Episode 1 - Going BodminDoctor Martin Ellingham, new to Cornwall and the fishing village of Portwenn, doesn't have the easiest of starts when every aspect of local life seems to go against the grain, and male patients appear to be growing breasts.
7pm
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Would I Lie To You?
A selection of three episodes from the lie-based panel game.
8pm
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A League Of Their Own
Series 1, Episode 8James Corden oversees another bout between Redknapp and Flintoff. This week, funnyman Bob Mortimer joins the Blues and world champion diver Tom Daley plays for the Reds.
8pm60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo
Series 10, Episode 3 - Frankie Boyle, Simon Evans, Aisling BeaFrankie Boyle hosts, with performers Simon Evans and Aisling Bea.
8pm
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Desmond's
A selection of episodes from the fourth series of Channel 4's longest-running sitcom.
8:40pm
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Dad's Army
Series 3, Episode 4 - The Bullet Is Not For FiringThe platoon get into a spot of bother after firing at a German plane during an air raid. Displeased at the spending of precious bullets, Mainwaring organises a court of inquiry into the situation.
9pm
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The Kumars
Episode 2Keep the Kumars company as they welcome three of Britain's best-loved acting talents, Rupert Everett, Ray Winstone and 60s icon Diana Rigg, into their home.
9pm
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Micky Flanagan's Out Out Tour
Television edit of the hit 2011 stand-up show The Out Out Tour Live, by East End comic Micky Flanagan.
9pm60 min version (repeat)
9:30pm
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Green Wing
Series 2, Episode 7Martin wins £3,000 from a scratchcard and decides to spread his money amongst his friends. Sue discovers the truth about Holly and Mackenzie, Alan and Joanna begin to panic about their crime, Harriet brings her son Robbie into work and Guy admits to Caroline that he doesn't just like her, but that he "likes" her.
10pm
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Stand Up Central
Series 1, Episode 2Russell talks about the ridiculousness of homophobia, answers a question on bullying, and sniffs the audience. His guests are Rob Delaney and Tiff Stevenson.
10pm
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Taskmaster
Series 1, Episode 3 - The Poet And The EggCelebs leave their dignity at the door as dastardly Mr Gilbert - aka Greg Davies - sets them some truly bizarre tasks, including building an egg tower.
10:25pm
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Rob Brydon Live
TV broadcast of Rob Brydon's 2009 stand-up show.
11pm
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Bottom
Series 3, Episode 3 - BreakWith the thought of sun, sea and sex in mind, Eddie and Richie prepare to leave for a holiday in, uh, Bridlington.
11pm
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Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled
Series 2, Episode 2The curly-haired QI favourite hosts a hilarious free-form chat show, where the conversation can go anywhere! With Ben Miller, Lizzie Roper, Patrick Kielty and Felicity Ward.
11:10pm
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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 1 (Channel 4: Series 2), Episode 3This week, Jimmy, Sean and Jon are joined by celebrity guests Sarah Millican and Humphrey Ker. Countdown regular Susie Dent is in with Rich Hall, while the country's favourite boffin, Rachel Riley, provides the letters and numbers with a little help from comedian Joe Wilkinson.
11:40pm
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Bottom
Series 3, Episode 4 - DoughEddie's been locked in his room working on a secret project for a full week: a printing machine. After flashing his £27 notes around the pub, landlord Dick tips off London's top forger to their scam.
12:10am
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The Funny Side Of...
A selection of three episodes of the Clive Anderson comedy.
12:15am
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8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 17, Episode 1Jimmy Carr and team captains Jon Richardson and Sean Lock are back for a new series of the topical comedy panel show. The teams are joined by celebrity guests Paul Hollywood, Dawn O'Porter, Joe Wilkinson and Rob Beckett.
12:20am
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Shooting Stars
Series 6, Episode 3On Jack's team tonight is TV presenter Julia Bradbury and comedy actor Martin Freeman, while Ulrika welcomes Hollywood movie star Paddy Considine and, once again, politely puts up with her regular guest, burger van owner Angelos Epithemiou.
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.
1am
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Knowing Me, Knowing You... With Alan Partridge
Alan Partridge is an insincere and skill-less chat show host. Partridge frequently demonstrated his insecurities and total lack of knowledge about his guests' lives during each broadcast.
1:15am
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1:30am
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Never The Twain
Series 1, Episode 5 - Nothing But The TruthDavid and Lyn are in love and, despite the war going on between their fathers, they have sworn to tell each other the truth. Their parents are not impressed and they try to get over the message that dishonesty is the best policy!
1:30am
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Dara O'Briain: This Is The Show
Recorded for DVD in 2010, Dara O'Briain presents his stand-up show in front of a live audience.
1:30am
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People Just Do Nothing
Series 2, Episode 5 - ClubnightIt's the opening night of Chabuddy's new club, the Champagne Steam Rooms. The Kurupt FM crew prepare for their headliner set, while Miche sweats over a life-changing decision.
2:20am
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Would I Lie To You?
Series 3, Episode 1New host Rob Brydon joins regular team captains David Mitchell and Lee Mack for the comedy panel show all about truths and lies. The panellists this week are Carol Vorderman, Larry Lamb, Jo Brand and Russell Howard.
2:25am
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Bottom
Series 3, Episode 3 - BreakWith the thought of sun, sea and sex in mind, Eddie and Richie prepare to leave for a holiday in, uh, Bridlington.
2:30am
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Paul Chowdhry: What's Happening White People?
TV broadcast of Paul Chowdhry's 2012 stand-up show.
2:50am
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Dave's One Night Stand
Series 1, Episode 3 - Johnny VegasJohnny Vegas headlines Dave's One Night Stand from his hometown of St. Helen's, supported by Justin Moorhouse and Seymour Mace.
2:55am
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Bottom
Series 3, Episode 4 - DoughEddie's been locked in his room working on a secret project for a full week: a printing machine. After flashing his £27 notes around the pub, landlord Dick tips off London's top forger to their scam.
3:05am
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Cold Feet
Comedy drama about three couples experiencing the ups-and-downs of romance.
3:25am
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Shooting Stars
Series 6, Episode 3On Jack's team tonight is TV presenter Julia Bradbury and comedy actor Martin Freeman, while Ulrika welcomes Hollywood movie star Paddy Considine and, once again, politely puts up with her regular guest, burger van owner Angelos Epithemiou.
3:30am
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Grouchy Young Men
Young male celebrities, including many comics, bitch and complain about life in modern Britain.
3:30am
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People Just Do Nothing
Series 2, Episode 5 - ClubnightIt's the opening night of Chabuddy's new club, the Champagne Steam Rooms. The Kurupt FM crew prepare for their headliner set, while Miche sweats over a life-changing decision.