Television
TV schedule Friday 8th April 2016
6:10am
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Doctor At Large
Episode 2 - You've Really Landed Me In It This TimeWhen Dr. Upton goes to Wimbledon to visit Paul Collier's practice, he finds himself looking after the patients for a couple of hours. He also has to be wary of the attentions of the receptionist, Liz, who has more than just answering the phones on her mind!
6:20am
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Justin's House
Series 2, Episode 7 - Back In TimeJustin builds a time machine and transports everyone in the house back in time, meeting a few familiar-looking ancestors along the way!
7:25am
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Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 11 - The Return Of Danger KWhen an old enemy returns, Colonel K must come out of retirement to save the world from an outbreak of rudeness.
7:30am
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Boj
Episode 5 - In The HothouseWhen Mia and Rupa disagree over how to help Mr Cloppity water the plants in his hothouse they break the hose. But Boj invents a game they can all play to get the plants watered. He even creates a little hothouse of his own where Pops's outback marigold, a long way from home, can live happily in Giggly Park.
7:35am
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Series 6, Episode 1 - A Chief Inspector CallsAn escaped convict, a female mud wrestler, vicars, tarts and a French maid, not forgetting the bootleg whisky, find their way into Timonthy's home. And then an Inspector calls!
8:10am
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As Time Goes By
Series 1, Episode 2 - Getting To Know You - AgainWill Lionel contact Jean? Will Jean contact Lionel? Sandy heads to the hotel but finds he has checked out, and when he heads to the office, Judith gives Lionel short shrift. Meanwhile his publisher, Alistair, orders fresh revisions and insists Lionel attend a party he's holding.
8:50am
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The Brittas Empire
Despite his ambition and good intentions, everything seems to go wrong at Whitbury New Town Leisure Centre when manager Gordon Brittas is around.
8:55am
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Minder
Long-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.
9:30am
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Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 13th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
9:35am
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Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 30 - PullingThe Twirlywoos watch a carpenter at work. They see her measuring wood with a tape measure.
10:25am
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Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the second series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
11am
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The Darling Buds Of May
Comedy drama series about H.E. Bates's eccentric Larkin family.
11am
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Hank Zipzer
A selection of episodes from the first series of the comedy by and starring Henry Winkler.
11:30am
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Outnumbered
Series 1, Episode 6Five-year-old Karen decides she's had enough of mum's nagging and announces that she's leaving home to go to Spain, or possibly Greenland.
12:10pm
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dinnerladies
Series 2, Episode 10 - ToastThe toaster breaks down, but the company refuses to pay for a new one; Bren fails to make it to the TV studio in time to play for the final £10,000 prize; and Petula's time on this earth does indeed finally come to an end. Unfortunately, there's still more upsetting news in store for the canteen staff.
12:50pm
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Sorry!
Series 6, Episode 1 - A Chief Inspector CallsAn escaped convict, a female mud wrestler, vicars, tarts and a French maid, not forgetting the bootleg whisky, find their way into Timonthy's home. And then an Inspector calls!
1pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 29, Episode 3 - A Short Introduction To Cooper's RulesJust as PCs Cooper and Walsh master the art of fighting crime from the rear, Barry spoils it all by taking a retired vicar out for the day.
1:30pm
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The Green Man
A hapless vacuum cleaner salesman stumbles upon a professional hitman's plot to kill a leading public figure.
1:30pm
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 6, Episode 4 - The Unlucky Winner Is...Del enters an old painting of Rodney's in to a competition and unexpectedly wins a holiday for three. Unfortunately for Rodney, his painting came first in the under 15 category... Del decides not to tell anyone and deal with it once they get out there.
1:35pm
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Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 30 - PullingThe Twirlywoos watch a carpenter at work. They see her measuring wood with a tape measure.
1:40pm
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Terry & June
Series 8, Episode 1 - Many A SlipTerry tries to ingratiate himself with his boss by volunteering June's services as tea-maker to the company cricket team.
2pm
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The Crowded Day
Comic drama set in a central London department store in the run-up to Christmas.
2pm
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The Roy Files
Episode 7 - Healthy LivingRoy explores the different ways in which he has tried, and at times failed, to embrace healthy living.
2:20pm
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 6, Episode 11 - Puppy LoveA Saturday night in sends Sharon, Tracey and Dorien in search of their first boyfriends. But it doesn't quite turn out how any of them expected.
2:40pm
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As Time Goes By
Series 1, Episode 2 - Getting To Know You - AgainWill Lionel contact Jean? Will Jean contact Lionel? Sandy heads to the hotel but finds he has checked out, and when he heads to the office, Judith gives Lionel short shrift. Meanwhile his publisher, Alistair, orders fresh revisions and insists Lionel attend a party he's holding.
2:55pm
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Shaun The Sheep
Series 4, Episode 15 - Wildlife WatchA film crew arrives to record a rare bird nesting at Mossybottom Farm. The Farmer is delighted by all the attention, but when a cameraman films the flock enjoying a game of cricket, drastic action is needed.
3pm
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Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the second series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
3pm
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Shaun The Sheep
Series 4, Episode 16 - The PelicanAn unusual guest lands on the farm. Shaun and Bitzer try their best to make the visitor feel welcome but can't work out what the unexpected arrival needs. When they realise it is hungry, they set about trying to find it some food - if only they could get their hands on the Farmer's prize catch.
3:20pm
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The Brittas Empire
Despite his ambition and good intentions, everything seems to go wrong at Whitbury New Town Leisure Centre when manager Gordon Brittas is around.
3:20pm
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Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 22 - Happy Boom Day!Danger Mouse's plan to hold a surprise party for Professor Squawkencluck is undone when the Baron releases killer birthday presents into the world.
3:30pm
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Timmy Time
Spin-off from Shaun The Sheep for the CBeebies channel, featuring Timmy the baby lamb and his friends.
3:40pm
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Spot Bots
Episode 5 - RechargeThe Spot Bots play zooples while they wait for Cubi's hover batteries to recharge.
3:45pm
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The Indian Doctor
Series 2, Episode 4 - QuarantineWith Trefelin under quarantine, supplies are getting low.
4pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 13th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
4pm
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Minder
Long-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.
4:15pm
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Doctor At Large
Episode 3 - You Make Me Feel So YoungUpton and Collier have taken up jobs in a practice run by the eccentric Dr. Maxwell and his attractive young daughter, Sue. The problems start for Upton when people start questioning his age and the patients want to be seen by a proper doctor
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4:30pm
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The Dog Ate My Homework
Series 3, Episode 13Iain Stirling is joined by child team captains Connor and Ella and special guests Bobby Lockwood, Fran Scott, Naomi Wilkinson and Dodge T Dog.
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!
5pm
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Diddy TV
Series 1, Episode 2 - PeanutsContestants enter the Box for a chance to win amazing prizes. There is heart-rending drama in 24 seconds in A&E, and we return to Diddy Dragon's Den.
5:20pm
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Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 15 - The Taj Mahal, IndiaThe grimbots attach a bit of the Taj Mahal to Grim HQ. Can the Go Jetters fix the glitch?
5:25pm
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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...
6pm
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 4, Episode 10 - Sisters Are Doing It...There's trouble for Tracey when her new as a secretary exposes her to sexual harassment from her boss.
6pm
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Outnumbered
Series 1, Episode 6Five-year-old Karen decides she's had enough of mum's nagging and announces that she's leaving home to go to Spain, or possibly Greenland.
6:25pm
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Nurse On Wheels
Comedy about a rural village's new district nurse and her romantic entanglements.
6:40pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 29, Episode 3 - A Short Introduction To Cooper's RulesJust as PCs Cooper and Walsh master the art of fighting crime from the rear, Barry spoils it all by taking a retired vicar out for the day.
6:40pm
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dinnerladies
Series 2, Episode 10 - ToastThe toaster breaks down, but the company refuses to pay for a new one; Bren fails to make it to the TV studio in time to play for the final £10,000 prize; and Petula's time on this earth does indeed finally come to an end. Unfortunately, there's still more upsetting news in store for the canteen staff.
7:20pm
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Episode 10Hyacinth's plan to take Daddy on a picnic backfires spectacularly when he takes Richard's car for a ride.
7:20pm
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Miranda
Series 3, Episode 4 - Je Regret NothingMiranda has been caring for her ill mother for five very long days. Trapped in her flat and being barked at by Penny, she is forced to think about her life regrets.
8pm
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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.
9pm
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Evil Aliens
Slapstick-horror film about an alien abduction on a remote Welsh farm, a TV crew, and a woman desperate to keep her job.
9pm
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Jonathan Creek
Series 2, Episode 1 - Danse MacabreThe Halloween murder of a best-selling writer could have come straight from her own chillers. Jonathan is busy with an opera-singing stripper and a bath, so has Maddy learned enough about the illusory arts to solve this case alone?
9pm
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The Early Bird
Slapstick comedy starring Norman Wisdom as a milkman for a small, independent dairy who finds his livelihood threatened by a large conglomerate.
9pm60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo
Series 8, Episode 5 - Omid Djalili, Reginald D Hunter, Julian ClaryOmid Djalili presents stand-up from the world-famous Hammersmith Apollo. He introduces sets from Reginald D Hunter and Julian Clary.
9pm30 min
Have I Got News For You
Series 51, Episode 1Stephen Mangan hosts the show, with guest panellists Suzanne Evans and comedian Henning Wehn.
9pm
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A League Of Their Own
Series 7, Out-takes - Unseen Vol 1The final whistle may have blown on the panel show's seventh series, but these unseen clips of James Corden and co are sure to keep the laughs coming.
9:20pm
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 6, Episode 6 - Little ProblemsRodney's wedding is approaching and Del has promised him money for the deposit on his new flat. However, he's also unknowingly promised the same money to the Driscoll brothers, two local thugs who he inadvertently did business with. Will it be Rodney's hopes or Del's body to take a beating?
9:30pm30 min
Boomers
Series 2, Episode 3 - Naming CeremonyJoyce steals her own granddaughter at her Naming Ceremony for essential Facebook updates, while Carol attempts to publish her own version of Fifty Shades of Grey (and Trevor frets because it might be based on personal experience).
9:50pm
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Britannia Hospital
Black comedy satirising the NHS and early-1980s British society.
10pm
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Porridge
Series 2, Episode 2 - Heartbreak HotelBeing on the inside doesn't stop Godber romancing his fiancée, Denise, although events on the outside ensure the path of true love doesn't run smoothly. An unexpected letter leads to Godber having to explain his actions to the governor, but are there blue skies on the horizon?
10pm
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Russell Howard Live: Dingledodies
A TV broadcast of Russell Howard's 2008 stand-up tour.
10pm30 min
Two Doors Down
Series 1, Episode 2A domestic disaster leads to Christine becoming Beth and Eric's houseguest.
10pm30 min
Lookalikes
Series 1, Episode 1Andy holds open auditions to find the next generation of lookalikes, with the help of his trusted friend 'David Brent'. Lily Allen lookalike Hayley is also attempting to boost Andy's prospects by training up some of his young pop-star lookalikes to create a lookalike girl band. The only problem is that 'Taylor Swift' and 'Rita Ora' can't sing, and 'Cheryl' can't do a Geordie accent.
10:10pm
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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 5 (Channel 4: Series 6), Episode 2Jimmy, Sean and Jon are joined by Jack Whitehall and Roisin Conaty, while Rob Beckett joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner and Joe Wilkinson 'helps' Rachel Riley.
10:30pm
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The Football's On
Series 3, Episode 13Stephen Mangan and Ian Moore join Ian Stone to watch Dortmund v LFC and Athletico Bilbao v Sevilla.
10:30pm
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Brian Pern
The Life Of Rock With Brian Pern, Episode 2 - Part Two: Middle Age Of RockBrian takes a look at the 'middle age' of rock.
10:35pm60 min
The Graham Norton Show
Series 19, Episode 3 - Helen Mirren, Kevin Costner, Ewan McGregor, Ricky Gervais, Eric Bana, Meghan TrainorHelen Mirren reveals she would love to be in an action movie, Kevin Costner talks about Stephen Hawking, Ewan McGregor says Trainspotting 2 is intimidating, Ricky Gervais jokes about David Brent and Eric Bana says he's amazed Ricky knew who he was, while Meghan Trainor performs live in the studio.
10:40pm
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Porridge: Inside Out
Episode 1 - Sent DownFirst of a three-part special giving a fascinating insight into one of the most-loved sitcoms of all time, with help from the show's creators, Clement and La Frenais.
11:10pm
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The Mighty Boosh
Series 2, Episode 5 - The Legend Of Old GreggFollowing a somewhat poorly received gig, the boys decide to skip town for a bit.
11:15pm
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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 5 (Channel 4: Series 6), Episode 3Reginald D. Hunter and Aisling Bea join team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson, while Holly Walsh joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, and Joe Wilkinson 'assists' Rachel Riley.
11:25pm40 min version (repeat)
Room 101
Series 4, Episode 4 - Alexander Armstrong, Henry Blofeld, Dame Kelly HolmesAlexander Armstrong, superstar athlete Dame Kelly Holmes and golden voice of cricket Henry Blofeld compete to have their pet hates and peeves consigned to Room 101. Nominations include restaurants that don't keep proper powdered English mustard, snoring in public places and unnecessary cocktail ingredients.
11:35pm
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Raised By Wolves
Series 2, Episode 6 - Dead Man's CaravanDella takes the kids to Wales. Meanwhile, Grampy finds that his financial problems have followed him.
11:50pm
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Nighty Night
Julia Davis plays a monstrously self-involved beautician whose husband is dying of cancer.
Midnight
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Drunk History
Series 2, Episode 9Nick Helm and Sara Pascoe narrate boozy tales about the Battle of Hastings (starring Phill Jupitus and Jordan Stephens) and Catherine Parr (starring Emma Bunton and Neil Maskell).
12:05am
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Alan Carr: Chatty Man
Series 16, Episode 6 - Jamie Oliver, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon, Nick Luck, Goedele Liekens, Fifth HarmonyAlan is joined by Jamie Oliver and Britain's Got Talent judges Amanda Holden and Alesha Dixon, who talk about this year's competition; Nick Luck drops by to chat about presenting The Grand National; finally, Sex Box presenter Goedele Liekens talks about the show; plus there's music from Fifth Harmony, performing their new single Work from Home live in the studio.
12:15am
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Not Going Out
A selection of episodes from the seventh series of the Lee Mack sitcom.
12:30am
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 4, Episode 10 - Sisters Are Doing It...There's trouble for Tracey when her new as a secretary exposes her to sexual harassment from her boss.
12:30am
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15 Storeys High
Series 2, Episode 1 - Vince The ShirkerVince falls for Stacey, the aqua aerobics instructor at the pool where he works as a lifeguard. Stacey thinks Vince is a bit weird until she sees his medical notes... Meanwhile, Errol has his own problems. He agrees to take part in a swimathon in aid of sick kids even though he can't swim. Vince decides his flatmate needs to conquer his phobia of saying "no".
1:10am
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Dylan Moran: What It Is
Stand-up show starring Black Books star Dylan Moran. Recorded in Australia.
1:30am
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Lee Evans XL Tour 2005 Live
Stand-up Lee Evans returns to Wales, the land of his ancestors, to perform to over 4,000 fans at the Cardiff International Arena.
2am
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Green Wing
Series 1, Episode 4 - Joanna's BirthdayIt's Joanna's 48th birthday, something she is not keen on anyone else knowing about. Alan gives him a locket as a present, but there is something unpleasant inside it. Caroline discovers a league table of all the women in the hospital made by Guy, and Martin has trouble with his mother... whoever she is.
2am
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A League Of Their Own
Series 7, Episode 2Three members of One Direction and Radio 1 DJ Sara Cox are the guests joining James Corden, Jamie Redknapp, Freddie Flintoff and Jack Whitehall.
2:15am
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8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 7, Episode 1With Scott Capurro, Alun Cochrane, James Corden and Loose Women presenter Carol McGiffin.
2:45am
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8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 7, Episode 3With Christopher Biggins, Mark Watson, pop-star Jamelia and Olympic track cyclist Chris Hoy.
2:55am
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The Mighty Boosh
Series 2, Episode 5 - The Legend Of Old GreggFollowing a somewhat poorly received gig, the boys decide to skip town for a bit.
3am
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Green Wing
Series 1, Episode 5 - Housewarming PartyCaroline decides to have a housewarming party, inviting several of her hospital friends (and Angela). Sue takes Martin out clothes shopping for the party, and Alan decides to spice up his sex life by "kidnapping" Joanna.
3:15am
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Never Mind The Buzzcocks
Series 27, Episode 1The anarchic, award-winning pop quiz returns for its 27th series with team captains Noel Fielding and Phill Jupitus, guest host John Hannah, and panellists Basement Jaxx, Aluna George and comedian James Acaster.
3:20am
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Toast Of London
Series 3, Episode 1 - Over The MoonLive on chat show Lorraine Toast tells a tale that could not only topple the US Government but also destroy the entire world. Meanwhile, he's got an outdoor production of Macbeth to prepare for.
3:35am
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Nighty Night
Julia Davis plays a monstrously self-involved beautician whose husband is dying of cancer.
3:35am
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Big Bad World
Episode 3The gang celebrate Oakley's birthday with a day of excursions - sadly all organised by Oakley himself. The day culminates with a paintballing skirmish - uh-oh!
3:45am
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Toast Of London
Series 3, Episode 2 - Beauty CallsToast's flatmate Ed is dating Penvelope, a former beauty queen, and finalist from the famous international beauty contest for women they used to have in the 70s.
4:15am
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On The Buses
Series 6, Episode 1 - No Smoke Without FireBlakey has introduced no-smoking rules after a discarded cigarette nearly burned the depot down. He instructs all crews to attend a special course on fire fighting, and soon Stan is challenged to give up the habit...
4:30am
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The Football's On
Series 3, Episode 13Stephen Mangan and Ian Moore join Ian Stone to watch Dortmund v LFC and Athletico Bilbao v Sevilla.
4:45am
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On The Buses
Series 6, Episode 2 - Love Is What You Make ItAfter yet another blazing row between Olive and Arthur disturbing his peace, Stan decides something must be done. Without Arthur's agreement marriage counselling can't help, but perhaps if he and Jack can stoke up the green-eyed monster...