Television
TV schedule Thursday 25th February 2016
6am
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Man About The House
Series 6, Episode 6 - Fire Down BelowAs Norman makes his moves on Chrissy, Robin's feeling increasingly down in the dumps. Facing the evening alone, Larry comes to the rescue - but only seems to want him as second-man for a less than appealing double-date!
6:05am
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Minder
Series 8, Episode 10 - Too Many CrooksLong-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.
7am
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Ripping Yarns
Series of comic plays written by Pythons Terry Jones and Michael Palin.
7am
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Timmy Time
Spin-off from Shaun The Sheep for the CBeebies channel, featuring Timmy the baby lamb and his friends.
7:10am
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Shaun The Sheep
Series 1, Episode 33 - Camping ChaosThe lives of the sheep are disrupted when an unfriendly camper puts up his tent in their field.
7:15am
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The Butler's Dilemma
In debt to gamblers, Rodney (Richard Hearne) agrees to pass as a butler at a gambling party.
7:25am15 min
Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 25 - Megahurtz AttacksDanger Mouse's attempts to boost Penfold's confidence backfire when it leads to a ferocious games monster escaping into the real world.
7:30am
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Sorry!
Series 7, Episode 2 - Every Day in Every WayTimothy is given a lucky charm with amazing powers. He soon discovers that his mother, not fate, is shaping his destiny.
8am
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As Time Goes By
Series 5, Episode 6 - At Death's DoorWhile Penny - convinced she is on the precipice of entering the hereafter - has a routine, exploratory operation in hospital, Jean and Lionel find themselves playing host and emotional nursemaids to Stephen.
8:20am
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Wussywat The Clumsy Cat
Episode 13 - BoxWussywat finds a strange box in the garden and wants to know what's inside.
8:40am
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 5, Episode 9Having lost out in a floral display competition, Hyacinth sets her sights on a new car and soon has Richard on a Rolls-Royce test drive.
9:20am
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Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the fourth series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
9:20am
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4 O'Clock Club
Series 1, Episode 8 - QuizNathan drags Josh onto the useless school quiz team to teach him how to stick at something. But Josh realises to his delight that him not knowing any answers will only make Nathan look bad.
9:35am
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Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 14 - High And LowThe Twirlywoos learn about high and low when they watch a lady trying to hang a mirror at the right height. Back in the Boat, the Twirlywoo Screen gives them a seesaw to play with.
9:50am
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Sooty
Series 1, Episode 4 - Squeaky CleanMr Slater is coming for tea! Sooty is cleaning Richard's room, Sweep is in charge of the dishes, and all is set for a great evening. But with a crazy vacuum cleaner on the loose and Richard covered in paint, their plans for a dream tea look set for disaster!
10am
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Desmond's
Series 2, Episode 7 - PorkpiesMichael's sister and brother-in-law visit England, and have got under the impression that Michael is a successful businessman and even owns Desmond's. Will the others sell him out or help him keep up a pretence to save face?
10:30am
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Desmond's
Series 2, Episode 8 - For Love Or MoneyDesmond and Porkpie reform their old band, the Georgetown Dreamers, in hope of winning the cash prize in a local music competition sponsored by Michael's bank...
11:20am
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My Family
Series 8, Episode 2 - Let's Not Be HeistyBen's attempt to pay money into his bank coincides unhappily with someone else's decision to take some out - with the aid of sawn-off shotguns. When Ben decides to act as the negotiator things look bleak for the hostages.
12pm
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My Family
Series 8, Episode 3 - Cards On The TableBen's poker school is costing him a fortune, whilst Susan's visit to the fortune teller reveals that something far more deadly is on the cards.
12:05pm
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4 O'Clock Club
Series 1, Episode 8 - QuizNathan drags Josh onto the useless school quiz team to teach him how to stick at something. But Josh realises to his delight that him not knowing any answers will only make Nathan look bad.
12:40pm
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The Vicar Of Dibley
2004/2005 Specials, New Year Special - Happy New YearGeraldine's 40th birthday is approaching, and she's determined that she doesn't want any celebration. Her friends, however, are determined to make the occasion somehow, and detecting how lonely she appears at times, contribute £1.50 each for a ticket to a speed-dating evening...
1pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 25, Episode 6 - An Apple And A DayClegg, Truly and Alvin are volunteered to go to take some old timers out for a day.
1:25pm
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 6, Episode 5 - Sickness & WealthDel is reluctant to go to the doctor's with his "jippy" tummy. He's also suffering cash flow problems, and - unbeknownst to Rodney - the family face eviction from the flat. A chance comment from Albert could hold the solution; or it could make things far worse.
1:35pm
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Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 14 - High And LowThe Twirlywoos learn about high and low when they watch a lady trying to hang a mirror at the right height. Back in the Boat, the Twirlywoo Screen gives them a seesaw to play with.
1:40pm
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Terry & June
Series 3, Episode 2 - Stars On SundayTerry and June visit Terry's colleague Malcolm in hospital, and end up trying to breathe new life into the hospital radio station.
2pm
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The Love Lottery
After a Hollywood star is duped by a gambling syndicate, he's forced to offer himself as first prize in an international lottery.
2:20pm
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 4, Episode 8 - Hungry For LoveTracey decides she needs to lose weight after visiting Darryl, while Dorien struggles to attract the attentions of her new personal trainer.
2:40pm
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As Time Goes By
Series 5, Episode 6 - At Death's DoorWhile Penny - convinced she is on the precipice of entering the hereafter - has a routine, exploratory operation in hospital, Jean and Lionel find themselves playing host and emotional nursemaids to Stephen.
2:55pm
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Minder
Series 8, Episode 11 - The Odds CoupleLong-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.
3:05pm
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Shaun The Sheep
Series 2, Episode 19 - Two's CompanyShaun is smitten when a bedraggled new sheep lands among the flock. After a wash in the sheep dip, the newcomer turns out to be quite attractive and Shaun immediately falls head over hoof for her. While Bitzer goes on a journey to find her rightful owner, the flock are kept amused by Shaun's romantic antics.
3:20pm
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 5, Episode 9Having lost out in a floral display competition, Hyacinth sets her sights on a new car and soon has Richard on a Rolls-Royce test drive.
4pm
(repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the fourth series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
4pm15 min
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 43 - The RobotBean buys a robot to clean his flat, but it ends up trashing half the town!
4:15pm
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Man About The House
Series 6, Episode 7 - Another Bride, Another GroomChrissy and Norman's wedding has arrived. Robin's baked a marvellous cake, just about put his jealousy aside, and their parents have arrived in London for the big day. There are just 156 possible things that could go wrong...
4:15pm
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4:30pm30 min
4 O'Clock Club
Series 5, Episode 1 - LeavingNero discovers that he might have to leave Elmsmere Manor forever.
4:50pm
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In Loving Memory
Series 2, Episode 5 - Madam PresidentIvy is somewhat enthused by the idea of becoming the first female president of the local chapter of the BUA - British Undertakers' Association. But after losing out on the post, Billy worries she'll be the next 'plant' he has to make!
5pm
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Desmond's
Series 2, Episode 11 - Kung YouWhen Shirl's friend Beverley is attacked in the street, the girls enlist the help of a local martial arts teacher to give them a self-defence class.
5:20pm
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On The Buses
Series 4, Episode 7 - The Kids' OutingMuch to his disgust, this year it is Stan's turn to drive the bus for the children's annual outing.
5:30pm
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Desmond's
Series 2, Episode 12 - Auntie SusuIt's 2am, and Doreen's sister Susu unexpectedly arrives from Jamaica - even less expected is the extremely tall fiancé who's young enough to be her son!
6pm
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 2, Episode 8 - You Pays Yer MoneyA by-election in Chigwell causes tension about who to vote for between Tracey, Sharon and Dorien. Sharon wants Darryl's vote after Tracey paid his poll tax, but he wants the full £350 for the pleasure, leading Sharon to take drastic action.
6pm
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My Family
Series 8, Episode 2 - Let's Not Be HeistyBen's attempt to pay money into his bank coincides unhappily with someone else's decision to take some out - with the aid of sawn-off shotguns. When Ben decides to act as the negotiator things look bleak for the hostages.
6:25pm
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Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 25 - Megahurtz AttacksDanger Mouse's attempts to boost Penfold's confidence backfire when it leads to a ferocious games monster escaping into the real world.
6:40pm
(repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 25, Episode 6 - An Apple And A DayClegg, Truly and Alvin are volunteered to go to take some old timers out for a day.
6:40pm
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My Family
Series 8, Episode 3 - Cards On The TableBen's poker school is costing him a fortune, whilst Susan's visit to the fortune teller reveals that something far more deadly is on the cards.
6:45pm
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Monty Python: Almost The Truth
Episode 2The legendary troupe reflects on Monty Python's Flying Circus, revealing how the group's failures turned to success and how the hit series influenced comedians to come.
6:50pm
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7pm
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About A Boy
Film based on Nick Hornby's novel about a bittersweet friendship built up between a cynical, selfish man and a bullied 11 year old boy.
7:20pm
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Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?
Series 1, Episode 13 - The End Of An EraIt's the day of the wedding and Bob decides to show his appreciation and present Terry with a prized possession - his photo album. As the day progresses, the nervous bridegroom swaps wedding vows and awaits, with trepidation, the best man's speech.
7:55pm
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Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 43 - The RobotBean buys a robot to clean his flat, but it ends up trashing half the town!
8pm
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The Vicar Of Dibley
2006/2007 Specials, Christmas Special - The Handsome StrangerYet 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?
8pm
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Doc Martin
Series 6, Episode 8 - DepartureLouisa is leaving for Spain, Bert struggles with party plans, and Al is hailed a hero for saving Caroline's life.
8pm30 min
Room 101
Series 5, Episode 6 - Claudia Winkleman, John Humphrys, Russell KaneStrictly presenter Claudia Winkleman, Mastermind host John Humphrys and comedian Russell Kane try to get rid of skiing, summer, and audiences that are always whooping.
8pm
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Would I Lie To You?
A selection of episodes from the fifth series of the lie-based panel game.
8:10pm
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8:30pm30 min
Birds Of A Feather
Series 12, Episode 8 - Forever YoungSharon and Tracey suspect that Dorien is fast approaching "The Big Seven-0", and decide that, whether she likes it or not, the event calls for celebration.
8:30pm
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9pm60 min version (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 5, Episode 2Russell Howard offers up his unique perspective on the news stories that have dominated the media over the past seven days.
9pm30 min
Behold The Monkey
Comedy based on the true story of a cleaner who restored a church fresco in Spain and became an overnight global internet sensation.
9pm60 min
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 8 (Channel 4: Series 9), Episode 1Sean Lock and Vic Reeves go up against Jon Richardson and Aisling Bea. David O'Doherty joins Countdown's resident lexicographer Susie Dent.
9pm60 min
A League Of Their Own
Series 10, Episode 8Singer and presenter Nicole Scherzinger, The Mighty Boosh funnyman Noel Fielding and England rugby union star James Haskell join the regulars.
9:20pm
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Come Fly With Me
Episode 1Hetty Wolf takes her first ever flight with Great British Air; husband and wife pilots Simon and Jackie sort out their marriage at 35,000 feet; and Omar is forced to do something about the lack of life-jackets on his planes.
10pm
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Jonathan Creek
Series 3, Episode 3 - The Omega ManProfessor Lance Graumann, a leading authority on extra terrestrial phenomena, invites Maddy to see his latest discovery - a perfectly preserved alien skeleton. But how could it have disappeared before they've opened the case?
10pm
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Big School
Series 1, Episode 4Miss Postern warns the other teachers to be sensitive with troubled pupil Josh; his mum has gone off with a Maasai tribesman. Meanwhile, Mrs Klebb is producing her own reimagining of Romeo And Juliet.
10pm
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Drunk History
Series 2, Episode 3Isy Suttie tells the story of Prince Edward and Mrs Simpson (featuring Greg James and Sophie McShera), while Ed Gamble narrates his version of The Great Escape (featuring Jamie Laing).
10pm60 min
The Football's On
Series 3, Episode 11Ian Stone returns for more football chat, with special guest Clive Anderson.
10pm60 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.
10pm30 min
The Keith Lemon Sketch Show
Series 2, Episode 4This week, Fearne Cotton presents The Keith Lemon Sketch Show: The Gossip, and Denzil Rowe sculpts pop star Marvin Humes. Meanwhile, it's fashion week at the Kardsahians' caravan site, and Apple reveal their latest technological leap: a sock.
10pm
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The Inbetweeners
Series 1, Episode 1It's a fresh start for Will McKenzie as he joins his new sixth form college. Will previously went to a private school, but since his dad walked out on his mum he's had to downgrade to the local comprehensive.
10:30pm
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The Inbetweeners
Series 1, Episode 2Will, Simon, Jay and Neil bunk off from school and attempt to buy alcohol with Will disguised as an adult. They head to Neil's house to get drunk, where Simon has a vodka-induced romantic revelation about his childhood sweetheart.
10:40pm
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Miranda
Series 2, Episode 4 - A New LowThere's a new girl on the scene this week and Miranda and Stevie find it tough going to keep up with her youthful energy and frenetic lifestyle.
10:40pm
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Gavin & Stacey
Series 1, Episode 3After his initial angry reaction to Stacey's news, Uncle Bryn agrees to drive them all to Essex to meet the Shipmans.
11pm50 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 15, Episode 7Jimmy, Sean and Jon are joined by Jack Dee, Victoria Coren, Matt Edmondson and Rob Beckett.
11pm
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Mock The Week
Series 6, Episode 7Host Dara O'Briain is joined by regulars Hugh Dennis, Frankie Boyle, Andy Parsons and Russell Howard. With guests David Mitchell and Lucy Porter.
11:20pm
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 2, Episode 8 - You Pays Yer MoneyA by-election in Chigwell causes tension about who to vote for between Tracey, Sharon and Dorien. Sharon wants Darryl's vote after Tracey paid his poll tax, but he wants the full £350 for the pleasure, leading Sharon to take drastic action.
11:20pm
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Absolutely Fabulous
Series 4, Episode 2 - Fish FarmAfter a night of drink and drugs in a mosh pit, Patsy talks Eddy into seducing the gardener Saffy has hired. Not only is he young and attractive, but Pats recognises him as the heir to a gentrified family.
11:20pm
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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.
11:20pm
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Mid Morning Matters With Alan Partridge
Series 2, Episode 2 - Book Club + Dave CliftonAlan hosts the first multimedia, radio-based book club in East Anglia. Also, a charity drive runs into difficulty when a reformed drug addict is too cheerful.
11:40pm
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Midnight
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Black Books
Series 2, Episode 1 - The EntertainerFran has a new hobby and Bernard has a date. Manny holds the key to success with both.
12:20am60 min version (repeat)
12:30am
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Black Books
Series 2, Episode 2 - FeverFran is too hot for comfort, Bernard wants a summer fling and Manny tries to cool down for fear of onsetting his 'illness'.
12:30am
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Shooting Stars
Series 3, Episode 1With Tanya Bryer, Mariella Frostrup, Leo Sayer and Anthony Worrall-Thompson.
1am
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Desmond's
Series 1, Episode 3 - Expansion PlansLooking to improve the shop's efficiency and profits, Michael hires a junior stylist. At first, Desmond doesn't take too kindly to what he sees as his "replacement" - but perhaps the young man isn't too bad, really.
1am
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Cold Feet
Comedy drama about three couples experiencing the ups-and-downs of romance.
1:10am
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Men Behaving Badly
Series 5, Episode 3 - CowardiceGary shows his true colours - yellow, mostly - in a road rage incident.
1:10am
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The Keith Lemon Sketch Show
Series 2, Episode 4This week, Fearne Cotton presents The Keith Lemon Sketch Show: The Gossip, and Denzil Rowe sculpts pop star Marvin Humes. Meanwhile, it's fashion week at the Kardsahians' caravan site, and Apple reveal their latest technological leap: a sock.
1:20am
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8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 9, Episode 3In a sports-themed edition of the show Jimmy Carr asks Sean Lock, Jason Manford, Gabby Logan, Johnny Vaughan, John Bishop and Denise Lewis to guess the country's top sporting highlights.
1:30am
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Desmond's
Series 1, Episode 4 - Hello, Auntie SusuAuntie Doreen, Shirley's sister, flies in to visit the family. As she makes herself a little too comfortable, her larger-than-life demeanour causes friction.
1:30am
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Comedy Central At The Comedy Store
Series 3, Episode 16Tonight at the Comedy Store: Nish Kumar is ethnically diverse; Bobby Mair meets a dwarf drug-dealer; John Robins researches the vajazzle; and Chris Ramsey talks about Twitter.
1:50am
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Big School
Series 1, Episode 4Miss Postern warns the other teachers to be sensitive with troubled pupil Josh; his mum has gone off with a Maasai tribesman. Meanwhile, Mrs Klebb is producing her own reimagining of Romeo And Juliet.
1:50am
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8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 9, Episode 4This week Jimmy Carr, Sean Lock, Jason Manford are joined by guests Stephen Baldwin, Michael Ball, Alun Cochrane and Jodie Kidd.
2am
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Da Ali G Show
Sacha Baron Cohen provides an inimitable mix of global reportage and celebrity chat via his characters Ali G, Borat and Bruno.
2:20am60 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.
2:30am
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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.
2:30am
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Live At The Apollo
Series 4, Episode 4 - Dara O'Briain and Frankie BoyleLive stand-up comedy from Dara O'Briain and Frankie Boyle.
3am
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Absolutely Fabulous
Series 4, Episode 2 - Fish FarmAfter a night of drink and drugs in a mosh pit, Patsy talks Eddy into seducing the gardener Saffy has hired. Not only is he young and attractive, but Pats recognises him as the heir to a gentrified family.
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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Shooting Stars
Series 3, Episode 1With Tanya Bryer, Mariella Frostrup, Leo Sayer and Anthony Worrall-Thompson.
4:10am
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Monty Python: Almost The Truth
Episode 2The legendary troupe reflects on Monty Python's Flying Circus, revealing how the group's failures turned to success and how the hit series influenced comedians to come.