Television
TV schedule Wednesday 16th March 2016
6am
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Doctor In The House
Series 1, Episode 13 - Pass Or FailExam fever takes over when the lads realise they have only two weeks to revise before the big day of judgement on their first year.
7am
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Ever Decreasing Circles
Series 3, Episode 1A pile of manure has been dumped on Martin's drive by accident. When a skip arrives for the removal of the waste product, he ends up with more unwanted rubbish.
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 3, Episode 8 - Mission InboxibleThe Farmer is engrossed in trying to set up his new computer. The Flock take the opportunity of his back being turned to have a game of football. When the ball accidentally lands inside the farmhouse, under the nose of the Farmer, Shaun comes up with an ingenious disguise to help him retrieve it.
7:30am
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Sorry!
Series 3, Episode 4 - SpellboundThe library van breaks down and Tim gets some interesting news from three old ladies. With great cunning he sets off for a job interview - only to find that his mother comes too.
7:45am15 min
Diddy TV
Series 1, Episode 3 - AngelDiddy Dick Dom have their very own TV station. They present their very own dating show and Diddy Stampy Longnose turns up to watch the programmes.
8am
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As Time Goes By
Series 7, Episode 6 - The Old Folks' PartyJean has been helping out in the local Help The Aged charity shop, but Lionel is reluctant to part with his belongings. She soon has a much more practical idea to help.
8am15 min
The Roy Files
Episode 8 - Fears And PhobiasRoy looks into the curious world of fears and phobias. Everybody is scared of something and being a cartoon boy, Roy has lots of unique phobias that he explores and learns that it is best to tackle fear head on.
8:40am
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To The Manor Born
Series 2, Episode 5Unfortunately for Richard, his latest attempt to overhaul the workings of the estate farm and improve its throughput happen to coincide with Marjory and Audrey's being on a kick of 'countryside conservancy'.
9:20am
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Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the ninth series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
9:25am
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4 O'Clock Club
Series 2, Episode 9 - SuspensionJosh is suspended for a day. Unfortunately it's on school careers day, and a record label guy Josh is keen to impress will be there. Can Josh get in to meet him without getting caught out by the teachers or his mum?
9:35am10 min
Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 28 - On And OffThe Twirlywoos see a lady and her father sitting in deckchairs at the beach.
9:50am
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Sooty
Series 1, Episode 17 - Chocco ChimpThe prizes have disappeared from Mr Slater's new crazy golf course, and Richard is puzzled. Then the famous detectives Sherlock Sooty and Doctor Watsit are called in to investigate - and set a trap to catch the thief. Guest starring Matthew Corbett.
10am
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Desmond's
Series 4, Episode 9 - Can't Buy Me LoveIn a desperate bid to improve his social standing, Michael falls for glamorous nightclub owner Rochelle Jackson.
10:30am
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Desmond's
Series 4, Episode 10 - Art AttackGloria falls head-over-heels in love with an artist. Never one to miss an opportunity, Desmond falls heavily in lust with art.
11:20am
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My Family
Series 3, Episode 12 - GhostsA name from the past comes back to haunt Susan, who is determined to dampen the old flame - but not before Ben gets singed.
11:35am
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That Beryl Marston...!
Episode 6 - Noel - Oh 'ellIt's Christmas in the Bodley household and all of Georgie's friends, as well as her aunt and uncle, have come for dinner. Could the Yuletide spirit be the chance of reconcilliation that Phil has been hoping for?
12pm
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dinnerladies
Series 1, Episode 3 - ScandalBren's mother, Petula, turns up with a new boyfriend, Clint, who's young enough to be BREN'S son. His mother isn't best pleased, and chains herself to the factory gates in protest.
12:10pm
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Dani's Castle
Series 1, Episode 8 - Dark And Stormy NightStrange things happen when the lights go out in a storm and Jimmy entertains the gang with a spooky story by torchlight.
12:35pm
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The Best Of Benny Hill
Comic highlights from the early career of multi-talented comedian Benny Hill, featuring some of his best-loved characters.
12:40pm
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Open All Hours
Series 2, Episode 3 - Fig Biscuits And Inspirational Toilet RollsArkwright's marketing genius comes to the fore as he tries to shift some over-stocked items.
1pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 26, Episode 9 - Lot No. 8Auntie Wainwright is rather pleased with herself when she lands a bargain at an auction. Unfortunately, she doesn't know what she has bought, or what to do with it when she gets it home.
1:20pm
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 3, Episode 1 - HomesickGrandad's not well, his legs are playing him up and the lifts are broken. When Rodney finds himself unwittingly elected to Chairman of the local Residents' Association, Del spies the perfect opportunity to improve their lot.
1:35pm
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Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 28 - On And OffThe Twirlywoos see a lady and her father sitting in deckchairs at the beach.
1:40pm
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Terry & June
Series 5, Episode 4 - Eyeball, EyeballTerry throws himself enthusiastically into using Citizen Band radio, but June is far from thrilled.
2pm
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Barnacle Bill
A repeat of this 1957 film.
2pm
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 3, Episode 2 - Healthy CompetitionRodney has become disillusioned with being Del's look-out, and announces his intention to set up business with Mickey Pearce.
2:20pm
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 5, Episode 9 - East Side StoryTracey is worried that her son Garth is missing out on life. Meanwhile, Sharon has planned an evening out with Tracey and Dorien, but Dorien has agreed to babysit her teenage neice, Rosa. They decide to leave Rosa and Garth together while they go out, but when they are away, romance blossoms.
2:40pm
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As Time Goes By
Series 7, Episode 6 - The Old Folks' PartyJean has been helping out in the local Help The Aged charity shop, but Lionel is reluctant to part with his belongings. She soon has a much more practical idea to help.
3pm
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Shaun The Sheep
Series 3, Episode 13 - The SkateboardShaun decides he wants to have a go at skateboarding and sets about building a skatepark from scrap he finds in the dump. Before too long he gets carried away and suddenly discovers it's a bit riskier than he first thought. Bitzer to the rescue.
3:20pm
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To The Manor Born
Series 2, Episode 5Unfortunately for Richard, his latest attempt to overhaul the workings of the estate farm and improve its throughput happen to coincide with Marjory and Audrey's being on a kick of 'countryside conservancy'.
3:20pm
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Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 4 - Planet Of The ToiletsOn a trip to Japan, Penfold's ill-timed comfort break sparks a world-wide porcelain revolution lead by the evil super-intelligent toilet Dr Loocifer.
4pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the ninth series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
4pm
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Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 47 - A Magic Day OutMr Bean and Irma are off for a day at the seaside. Irma is travelling light, but Bean wants to take almost everything his owns in an enormous trunk. Arriving at the seaside, Bean's trunk gets accidentally swapped with that of a famous stage magician. As Bean entertains Irma pulling rabbits out of hats. the angry magician arrives on the scene - and he is not a happy bunny.
4:15pm
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Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 48 - Ball PoolMr Bean loves playing in the neighbourhood soft play centre - bouncing on the trampolines, whizzing down the slides and immersing himself in the ball pool. He does not like sharing the place with all those annoying kids. So Bean decides to turn his flat into his own private play area where he can play in peace. Unfortunately Irma, Mrs Wicket and The Bruisers all want to join in the fun with him.
4:20pm
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Doctor In The House
Series 2, Episode 1 - It's All In The Little Blue BookThe gang return to St. Swithin's for another year as students. Michael is keen to get to work but his essential guide to all he needs to know has gone missing.
4:55pm
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In Loving Memory
Series 4, Episode 5 - Cuckoo In The NestUnable to satisfy his latest girlfriend, Annie, out on the moors, Billy decides it's time he gets a home of his own. Fortuitously, his cousin Donald arrives unannounced and seems a perfect taker for his old room.
5pm
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Desmond's
Series 4, Episode 13 - The GodmotherIt could be wedding bells for Michael unless Beverly has her way.
5pm
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Horrible Science
Episode 7 - Microscopic MonstersThis episode examines some of the nasty invaders that live in our homes and on our bodies.
5:25pm
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On The Buses
Series 5, Episode 6 - The Busmen's BallThe annual Busmen's Ball comes round once again and Arthur has decided that he and Olive will not be attending such a low-brow affair. Then he discovers what this year's cabaret is going to be...
5:30pm
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Desmond's
Series 5, Episode 1 - A Class ActMatthew needs a bill-topper for his concert. Step forward Desmond, Shirley and Porkpie.
6pm
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 3, Episode 7 - HistoryAs the girls sort out their jumble for a car boot sale, Tracey unearths a dark secret.
6pm
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My Family
Series 3, Episode 12 - GhostsA name from the past comes back to haunt Susan, who is determined to dampen the old flame - but not before Ben gets singed.
6pm30 min
Live From The BBC
Series 1, Episode 5 - Kerry and Kurtan & Sofie HagenSofie Hagen is joined by siblings Daisy May and Charlie Cooper as their characters Kerry and Kurtan.
6:40pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 26, Episode 9 - Lot No. 8Auntie Wainwright is rather pleased with herself when she lands a bargain at an auction. Unfortunately, she doesn't know what she has bought, or what to do with it when she gets it home.
6:40pm
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dinnerladies
Series 1, Episode 3 - ScandalBren's mother, Petula, turns up with a new boyfriend, Clint, who's young enough to be BREN'S son. His mother isn't best pleased, and chains herself to the factory gates in protest.
7:20pm
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 1, Episode 1Daddy is taken to hospital - quite inconvenient on the evening of Hyacinth's latest candle-lit supper.
7:20pm
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Open All Hours
Series 2, Episode 3 - Fig Biscuits And Inspirational Toilet RollsArkwright's marketing genius comes to the fore as he tries to shift some over-stocked items.
7:55pm
(repeat)
Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 47 - A Magic Day OutMr Bean and Irma are off for a day at the seaside. Irma is travelling light, but Bean wants to take almost everything his owns in an enormous trunk. Arriving at the seaside, Bean's trunk gets accidentally swapped with that of a famous stage magician. As Bean entertains Irma pulling rabbits out of hats. the angry magician arrives on the scene - and he is not a happy bunny.
8pm
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Only Fools And Horses
A selection of episodes from the third series of Britain's most popular sitcom.
8:10pm
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Mr Bean
Series 2, Episode 48 - Ball PoolMr Bean loves playing in the neighbourhood soft play centre - bouncing on the trampolines, whizzing down the slides and immersing himself in the ball pool. He does not like sharing the place with all those annoying kids. So Bean decides to turn his flat into his own private play area where he can play in peace. Unfortunately Irma, Mrs Wicket and The Bruisers all want to join in the fun with him.
9pm
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8 Out Of 10 Cats
Topical Channel 4 comedy panel show hosted by Jimmy Carr. The questions are based on survey results and statistics.
9pm60 min version (repeat)
10pm
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Steptoe And Son
Series 7, Episode 3 - Oh, What A Beautiful MourningAlbert Steptoe and his son Harold run a rag and bone business. Harold wants to move on in the world and leave home but his plans are always thwarted.
10pm
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Jonathan Creek
Series 5, Episode 1 - The Letters Of Septimus NooneA classic locked room novel is turned into a West End musical... then one of its stars falls victim to a real-life 'impossible crime'.
10pm
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A League Of Their Own
Series 10, Highlights Special - Best BitsJames Corden reflects on the funniest moments, the wackiest challenges and the best gags of Series 10 in a special highlights episode of the hit comedy and entertainment show.
10pm
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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 3 (Channel 4: Series 4), Episode 5Jimmy Carr, Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by Jo Brand and Claudia Winkleman. Bill Bailey joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Joe Wilkinson 'helps' Rachel Riley provide the letters and numbers.
10pm30 min
Drunk History
Series 2, Episode 6Sarah Alexander and Brett Goldstein appear in The Virgin Queen narrated by Ellie Taylor. And Joe Lycett tells his version of the Battle of Trafalgar starring Anthony Head.
10pm60 min
The Interviews
Series 2, Episode 1 - Peter SellersThe fascinating life story of Peter Sellers, who became famous on radio as one of The Goons, and then in the movies too.
10pm
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Live From The BBC
Series 1, Episode 4 - Felicity Ward & Larry DeanThis week's stand-up comes from Felicity Ward and Larry Dean.
10pm60 min version (repeat)
10pm30 min
Raised By Wolves
Series 2, Episode 3 - The Old SchoolAretha is worried about her future, so decides to go to the local comprehensive school, prompting much discussion of the family's home education credo.
10:30pm
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Bad Education
Series 1, Episode 3 - Self DefenceWhen Miss Gulliver raises concern about a popular but extremely violent new videogame, Alfie helps her to organise a school weapons amnesty.
10:40pm
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Yes Minister
Series 2, Episode 1 - The Compassionate SocietyA political opportunity arises when Jim discovers a brand new hospital has yet to employ a single member of medical staff, or admit a single patient. He's determined to see the facility in use, or close it. Humphrey, however, has other ideas.
11pm
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Legends Of Stand-Up And Bernard Righton
Episode 1Tonight's opening episode features Jasper Carrott, Joan Rivers, Spike Milligan, Frank Carson, Jackie Mason, Alexei Sayle, Ken Dodd, Larry Grayson, Steven Wright and Chaz Chase.
11pm
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The Last Leg
Series 7, Episode 5More of The Last Leg with Adam, Josh and Alex. Richard Ayoade joins the team in front of a live studio audience.
11pm50 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 14, Episode 4Jimmy Carr, Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by Rachel Riley, David O'Doherty, Louie Spence and Joe Lycett.
11pm
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Would I Lie To You?
A selection of three episodes from the lie-based panel game.
11:10pm
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Gavin & Stacey
Series 3, Episode 3Bryn is in his element as he awaits the arrival of his house guests - all the Essex boys are coming down for a big night out in Cardiff and having a sleepover at his place.
11:20pm
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Open All Hours
Series 1, Episode 3 - A Nice Cosy Little DiseasePerhaps a nice cosy little disease on Arkwright's part would be the thing to attract the ministrations of a certain district nurse?
11:20pm
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 3, Episode 7 - HistoryAs the girls sort out their jumble for a car boot sale, Tracey unearths a dark secret.
11:50pm
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Gavin & Stacey
Series 3, Episode 4Gavin is uncomfortable with Gwen and Bryn knowing the ins and outs of his and Stacey's sex life. Meanwhile, Smithy goes beyond the call of friendship by making a staggering suggestion.
11:50pm
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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.
Midnight
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The Aliens
Episode 2After Lilyhot reveals to Lewis that his real alien father is in prison, Lewis agrees to help break him out.
12:05am
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Very British Problems
Series 1, Episode 3 - Feelings And EmotionsThis week the celebrities talk about Brits' excruciating inability to express emotions and feelings.
12:20am
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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...
12:30am
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1am
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8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 5, Episode 1With Vic Reeves, Johnny Vegas, Danny Dyer and Apprentice star Katie Hopkins.
1:10am
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Men Behaving Badly
Series 6, Episode 1 - Stag NightGary finally agrees to make a commitment to Dorothy, but then faces up to his last night of freedom.
1:30am
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8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 5, Episode 2With David Walliams, Griff Rhys Jones, Konnie Huq and Rhys Thomas.
1:50am
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Absolutely Fabulous
Series 3, Episode 5 - FearSaffron has moved out, Edina's PR company has merged with an enormous PR firm based in the United States and after her magazine closes, Patsy is offered a prestigious job in New York. Fearful of so much change, Eddy and Patsy indulge in a drunken, drugged bender and face stern words from Saffy.
2am
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Fresh Meat
Series 4, Episode 4Oregon's glittering future looks seriously under threat when she is thrown out of office. Howard is working on his CV in the hope of getting a job with Ordnance Survey, whilst JP's brother takes a drastic measure in his attempts to force him to toe the line.
2am60 min version (repeat)
2:15am
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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 3 (Channel 4: Series 4), Episode 5Jimmy Carr, Sean Lock and Jon Richardson are joined by Jo Brand and Claudia Winkleman. Bill Bailey joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Joe Wilkinson 'helps' Rachel Riley provide the letters and numbers.
2:30am
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Absolutely Fabulous
Series 3, Episode 6 - The EndEddy's taken up residence in a new age commune, and with Patsy now in New York and Saffy away at uni, Mother squats in the otherwise empty house, going on a shopping TV spree. But Edina's soon bored of her lifestyle, and Patsy's not having as much fun as she hoped - could a reunion be on the cards?
2:30am
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Jason Byrne Live: Cirque Du Byrne
A TV broadcast of Jason Byrne's tour show.
3am
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 5, Episode 9 - East Side StoryTracey is worried that her son Garth is missing out on life. Meanwhile, Sharon has planned an evening out with Tracey and Dorien, but Dorien has agreed to babysit her teenage neice, Rosa. They decide to leave Rosa and Garth together while they go out, but when they are away, romance blossoms.
3am
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3:25am
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Threesome
Series 2, Episode 5 - FutureWhen an evil fridge threatens Alice, Mitch and Richie it's off to storage it goes. But it's not finished messing with their heads just yet...
3:30am
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Absolutely Fabulous
Series 3, Episode 5 - FearSaffron has moved out, Edina's PR company has merged with an enormous PR firm based in the United States and after her magazine closes, Patsy is offered a prestigious job in New York. Fearful of so much change, Eddy and Patsy indulge in a drunken, drugged bender and face stern words from Saffy.
4am
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Creature Comforts
Animated thoughts from the animal kingdom.