Television
TV schedule Monday 23rd May 2016
6am
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In Loving Memory
Series 1, Episode 3 - Gone DancingDating an undertaker puts the girls off. Then Billy meets the ideal girl at a tea dance, and finds he no longer requires Ernie's "wisdom".
6am
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Tommy Cooper
Sketch, stand-up and magic from the inimitable Tommy Cooper.
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!
6:30am
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Minder
Series 1, Episode 10 - The Desert SongTerry and Arthur are trying to peddle pickled walnuts when they encounter Charlie, a Greek Cypriot with revenge on his mind, and become involved in the battle for a Greek restaurant.
7:10am
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Harry Hill's TV Burp
Series 3, Episode 3This week's episode featured the nail bar closing for the day due to being inundated with customers, a policeman who wants the swimming pool to himself on The Bill and some information about skips on Channel 4's Making Space.
7:25am
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Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 13 - The Unusual SuspectsWhen secret information is leaked from HQ all eyes fall on Colonel K! Is it possible he's a traitor or is there something suspicious about his moustache?
7:30am
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Boj
Episode 36 - Gavin's Got TalentThe buddies put on a talent show. But when Gavin's act - the mega-robo dancer 64i -doesn't work, the show can't go on. Boj persuades Gavin that he has his own special talent.
7:45am
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As Time Goes By
Series 4, Episode 9 - Judith's New RomanceJean and Lionel return from honeymoon to find Judith has a much older boyfriend.
8am
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Mapp & Lucia
TV series based on the 1930s books by EF Benson. Prunella Scales and Geraldine McEwan star.
8:25am
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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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Hank Zipzer
Series 1, Episode 4 - Battle Of The GoblinsHank finds himself in trouble when he accidentally breaks his and Frankie's science project.
9am
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Steptoe And Son
Series 8, Episode 6 - Seance In A Wet Reg And Bone YardAlbert 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.
9:25am10 min
Wussywat The Clumsy Cat
Episode 35 - HeavyWussywat discovers the difference between heavy and light objects.
9:25am
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Roy
Series 2, Episode 6 - Pint Sized RoyRoy accidentally gets shrunk to just five inches tall. Home alone, he destroys the anniversary cake that Becky baked for their grandparents. How will Roy make it up to his sister, and will he return to normal size?
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.
9:40am
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Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 23rd series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
9:50am
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Sooty
Series 2, Episode 19 - It's A Dog's LifeIt's Mr. Slater's annual dog show, and Sooty is determined that Sweep will win the grand prize. But will he be brave enough to attempt the Doggie Assault Course? Guest starring The Krankies.
12:10pm
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Hank Zipzer
Series 1, Episode 4 - Battle Of The GoblinsHank finds himself in trouble when he accidentally breaks his and Frankie's science project.
12:20pm
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My Family
Series 2, Episode 6 - Driving Miss CrazyBen's latest assistant faints at the sight of blood! Also in this episode Janey is getting ready to take her driving test and Ben and his next door neighbour Mr Casey start a war.
1pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 1, Episode 5 - The New Mobile TrioClegg thinks that the time has come for him and his friends, Compo and Blamire, to get about a bit more - widen their horizons. With this in mind, they buy an old car. But Clegg is more imaginative than practical...
1pm
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One Foot In The Grave
Series 1, Episode 1 - Alive And BuriedReplaced at work by a box, Victor embarks on his enforced retirement but finds it exasperatingly difficult to adapt to his directionless new existence. As he struggles without his security guard job, he begins magnifying mundane aspects of everyday life into major dramas.
1:25pm
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Wussywat The Clumsy Cat
Episode 35 - HeavyWussywat discovers the difference between heavy and light objects.
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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Bread
Liverpudlian Boswell family are experts at exploiting the system to get by in life, with plenty of dodgy deals and government handouts to help.
1:45pm
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Ever Decreasing Circles
Series 4, Episode 6Ann receives her latest Open University examination grades, and they're not good. When Hilda sees Ann climbing the fence into Paul's back-garden, she believes them to be having an affair. Martin has to be told.
2:20pm
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 1, Christmas Special - SailingMiserable at the prospect of her first Christmas without Darryl, Tracey is over the moon when two cruise tickets arrive. That is until Garth calls to say he won't be home. She refuses to go at all, but Sharon and Dorien have a devious plan.
2:20pm
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As Time Goes By
Series 4, Episode 9 - Judith's New RomanceJean and Lionel return from honeymoon to find Judith has a much older boyfriend.
3pm
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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.
3:05pm
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Shaun The Sheep
Series 1, Episode 16 - Big Top TimmyLittle Lamb Timmy joins the circus tonight, but will he make it in show business?
3:10pm
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Shaun The Sheep
Series 1, Episode 17 - FetchingWith Bitzer head over tails in love with a local lass, can Shaun keep the flock in order?
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.
3:35pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 23rd series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
3:40pm
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3:45pm
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Zig And Zag
Episode 5 - School RulesZig and Zag go to school to learn how to solve a crossword clue, causing classroom chaos all the way to the bell!
4pm
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Harry Hill's TV Burp
Series 8, Episode 9This week's episode featured an unborn shark who bites, the Queen Vic being demolished, Brian Cox asking what time it is on BBC Two's Horizon and a high voltage beauty treatment on Channel 4's How To Look Good Naked.
4:10pm
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In Loving Memory
Series 1, Episode 4 - The RivalsA rival undertaker engages in trade war, before Ivy begins to see his softer side.
4:30pm
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Mapp & Lucia
TV series based on the 1930s books by EF Benson. Prunella Scales and Geraldine McEwan star.
4:30pm
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Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 31 - Super TrolleyNipping to the shops for a few provisions proves a nightmare for Bean when a mile-long shopping list from his landlady and a clapped-out trolley with a wonky wheel conspire to ruin his day. So he constructs his own trolley, with a petrol mower, pram wheels and an extra pair of hydraulic hands.
4:30pm
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Harry Hill's TV Burp
Series 8, Episode 10It's Christmas on the soaps and festive peril looms. This week's episode featured a roulade with a tea towel in it, JB from JLS wishing you a Merry Christmas on The X Factor and Heather from EastEnders solving crimes with Skippy the Bush Kangaroo.
4:45pm
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Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 32 - MagpieWhen nursing an injured magpie in his room, Mr Bean makes the discovery that magpies steal things that sparkle. When the police arrive to investigate the theft of his landlady's jewellery, it is not just Mr Bean who needs to take flight.
4:50pm
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On The Buses
Series 5, Episode 14 - A Thin TimeArthur is attracted to Beryl, the clippie on his regular bus. And Beryl has only two requirements in men - those with a fondness for athletics and those with a good head of hair!
5:20pm
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George & Mildred
Series 4, Episode 2 - Days Of Beer And RosieA stranger arrives in town, asking after George. It soon becomes apparent that he was conceived during a chance 'encounter' on VE night...
5:35pm
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Gigglebiz
Series 3, Episode 5Will Singalot infuriates Robin Hood with his nonstop singing as Robin tries some log-walking to impress Maid Marion, enthusiastic wildlife park guide Sue Keeper gets her guinea pig facts all wrong, and gardener Will Barrow has problems with a very cheeky fox.
6pm
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 7, Episode 1 - Stand By Your ManAfter seven years, Darryl and Chris are to be released from prison. Tracey is really happy, Sharon isn't; she doesn't want to see Chris and she thinks she'll have to move out of the house when Darryl returns.
6pm
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Zig And Zag
Episode 6 - Meet The Robo ParentsZig and Zag create Robo-parents simply to use them to get the family deal at the Pizzeria, however the robots 'parental programme' gets out of control!
6:20pm
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Steptoe And Son
Series 8, Episode 6 - Seance In A Wet Reg And Bone YardAlbert 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.
6:40pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 1, Episode 5 - The New Mobile TrioClegg thinks that the time has come for him and his friends, Compo and Blamire, to get about a bit more - widen their horizons. With this in mind, they buy an old car. But Clegg is more imaginative than practical...
6:45pm
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Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 19 - #Sinister MouseThere's double trouble when an evil version of Danger Mouse escapes from a parallel dimension and joins forces with Baron Greenback.
7pm
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My Family
Series 2, Episode 6 - Driving Miss CrazyBen's latest assistant faints at the sight of blood! Also in this episode Janey is getting ready to take her driving test and Ben and his next door neighbour Mr Casey start a war.
7pm
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Horrible Histories
Series 3, Episode 5The Frightful French feature in this episode as King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette go on Historical Wife Swap with some starving French peasants.
7:20pm
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 1, Episode 6Hyacinth quite enjoys a family christening - except when it's Daisy's family!
7:25pm
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The Final Test
Cricket comedy.
7:40pm
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One Foot In The Grave
Series 1, Episode 1 - Alive And BuriedReplaced at work by a box, Victor embarks on his enforced retirement but finds it exasperatingly difficult to adapt to his directionless new existence. As he struggles without his security guard job, he begins magnifying mundane aspects of everyday life into major dramas.
8pm
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Jeeves And Wooster
Series 1, Episode 3Lord Wickhammersley is always one for a wager but, since he came close to losing the East Wing in a game of shove-halfpenny, Lady Wickhammersley has banned betting at Twing. Bertie does not intend to let this stand in his way at the village Sports Day.
8pm60 min version (repeat)
8:20pm
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Porridge
Series 2, Episode 5 - Happy ReleaseFletch arrives in the prison hospital with a broken ankle to find that old man Blanco has lost his treasured possessions to soon-to-be-released Norris. Worried he's nearing death, Blanco offers Fletch his last item: a map...
8:25pm
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Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 31 - Super TrolleyNipping to the shops for a few provisions proves a nightmare for Bean when a mile-long shopping list from his landlady and a clapped-out trolley with a wonky wheel conspire to ruin his day. So he constructs his own trolley, with a petrol mower, pram wheels and an extra pair of hydraulic hands.
8:40pm
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Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 32 - MagpieWhen nursing an injured magpie in his room, Mr Bean makes the discovery that magpies steal things that sparkle. When the police arrive to investigate the theft of his landlady's jewellery, it is not just Mr Bean who needs to take flight.
9pm
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Fawlty Towers
Series 2, Episode 1 - Communication ProblemsIt's St. George's Day, and when a Mrs Alice Richards books into Fawlty Towers expecting a room with sea view, Basil's temper begins to boil. Meanwhile, a racing tip from a rare satisfied guest could land him in it with Sybil.
9pm60 min version (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News
Topical stand-up comedy and chat show hosted by Russell Howard.
9pm30 min
Peter Kay's Comedy Shuffle
Series 1, Episode 6Peter takes a look back at an appearance with Catherine Tate's Nan, family weddings, and Max and Paddy, who just cannot seem to get it right.
9pm60 min version (repeat)
9:10pm
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The Two Ronnies
Series 8, Episode 7Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.
9:30pm30 min
I Want My Wife Back
Episode 6Murray visits Bex at her sister's, but it's awkward between them so Bex makes her excuses and leaves.
9:45pm
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Fawlty Towers
Series 2, Episode 2 - The PsychiatristBasil's delighted when a married couple - both doctors - check in. However, Sybil's busy flirting with a young male guest, and when he discovers that one of the doctors is a psychiatrist, he grows increasingly paranoid...
10pm
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Yes, Prime Minister
Series 2, Episode 3 - A Diplomatic IncidentWhen the former PM dies unexpectedly of a heart attack, a state funeral is announced. Unfortunately that means a chance for the French to cause a diplomatic incident to use as a bargaining tool for important upcoming Channel Tunnel negotiatoins - never knowingly reasonable!
10pm30 min
Upstart Crow
Series 1, Episode 3 - The Apparel Proclaims The ManWill hopes to move up in the world when he is invited to Lord Southampton's party. But what should a poorly-educated country boy wear to London's poshest do? And are Sir Robert Greene's fashion tips a double bluff, a triple bluff, or something even more fiendish?
10pm
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Mock The Week
Series 12, Episode 3Gary Delaney returns to join the Mock The Week regulars, with Holly Walsh and Josh Widdicombe.
10pm60 min
Very British Problems
Series 2, Episode 3 - HolidaysThe final show in the series looks at the Very British Problems we take with us on holiday.
10:30pm
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Mrs. Brown's Boys
Series 2, Episode 4 - Super MammyAgnes is feeling self-conscious about her weight after some less-than-flattering comments from her family. She decides to go on a diet but struggles to keep her resolve when she sees her favourite foods.
10:40pm
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Yes, Prime Minister
Series 2, Episode 4 - A Conflict Of InterestThe next Governorship of the Bank of England is up for discussion just as a scandal looks set to break out in the City. It'd hardly be an easy choice for Hacker at the best of times, but Sir Desmond Glazebrook appears to have his eye set on the role.
10:40pm
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Mock The Week
Series 12, Episode 4Dara, Hugh, Chris and Andy return to look over the week's headlines. They're joined by Milton Jones, Ed Byrne and Ava Vidal.
10:45pm45 min version
Have I Got News For You
Series 51, Episode 7Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Gary Lineker and guest panellists Ross Noble and Samira Ahmed.
11:05pm
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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Episode 9Jimmy Carr hosts another game. Sean Lock and Seann Walsh take on special guest captain Joe Wilkinson and Danny Dyer. Bill Bailey is in with Susie Dent.
11:10pm
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Gimme Gimme Gimme
Series 1, Episode 4 - Do They Take Sugar?Tom is equally horrified and ecstatic to discover that his favourite soap actress and gay icon, Sugar Walls, is in fact Linda's sister. When she arrives at the flat unexpectedly, the pair's lives appear to be changing for the good.
11:10pm45 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You
Series 51, Episode 7Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Gary Lineker and guest panellists Ross Noble and Samira Ahmed.
11:20pm
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The Green Green Grass
Series 2, Episode 6 - More Questions Than AnswersLlewellyn has been forced to employ teachers over the summer as casual labour but even they can't help the fact that his farm is running at a massive deficit. With Boycie's farm doing well, Llewellyn challenges him to a pub quiz in the hope of winning £5,000.
11:30pm
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The Graham Norton Show
Series 19, Episode 9 - Ryan Gosling, Russell Crowe, Jodie Foster, Tom Daley, Greg Davies, Elton JohnJodie Foster says Anthony Hopkins terrified her, Russell Crowe talks about directing, Ryan Gosling reveals sport is not his thing, Tom Daley talks speedos and Greg Davies relives a near death experience, while Bright Light Bright Light performs live in the studio with Sir Elton John.
Midnight50 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 13, Episode 9Jimmy Carr asks 'what has the nation been talking about this week?'. This week he probably wishes he didn't have to...
Midnight60 min version (repeat)
12:10am
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 7, Episode 1 - Stand By Your ManAfter seven years, Darryl and Chris are to be released from prison. Tracey is really happy, Sharon isn't; she doesn't want to see Chris and she thinks she'll have to move out of the house when Darryl returns.
12:20am
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The Smell Of Reeves And Mortimer
Vic Reeves and Bob Mortimer offer up their unique brand of off-the-wall humour.
12:50am50 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 11, Episode 10The boys and their guests thrash out the hot topics of the week by examining surveys, opinion polls and statistics; from the silly to the serious, from celebrity gossip to world politics. With guests Dr Christian Jessen, Russell Kane, Kimberley Walsh and Josh Widdicombe.
1am
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Absolutely Fabulous
A selection of episodes from the fifth series of the Jennifer Saunders sitcom.
1am
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Room 101
Series 4, Episode 8 - Adrian Chiles, Jameela Jamil, Des O'ConnorFrank Skinner is joined by TV presenter Adrian Chiles, Radio 1's Jameela Jamil and veteran entertainer Des O'Connor. Nominations include people who recline aircraft seats.
1:20am
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Celebrity Juice
Series 15, Episode 10Fearne Cotton and Holly Willoughby are joined by Bang On The Money's presenting duo Rickie & Melvin, presenter Ayda Field, comedian Jimmy Carr and the show's regular contestant Gino 'Sheffield' D'Acampo.
1:30am
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The Alternative Comedy Experience
Series 2, Episode 1 - Career SuicideTonight's opener sees Tony Law, Bridget Christie, and Kevin Eldon included in the line-up. Stewart Lee meets them backstage.
1:40am
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Room 101
Series 2, Episode 8 - Craig Revel Horwood, Sheila Hancock, Jon RichardsonStrictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood, actress Sheila Hancock and comedian Jon Richardson wish to banish people who tell jokes all the time, ladies' toilets and friends who get into relationships.
1:45am
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Desmond's
A selection of episodes from the sixth series of Channel 4's longest-running sitcom.
2:05am
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@elevenish
Episode 10It's the final episode of the series and all the gang are back in the writers' room. Phil Wang looks at BitCoin; Natasia jumps in the bath with Ollie Locke; Nish Kumar puts the case for his own candidacy as US President; and Bobby gets upset because he's not seen Dane's penis.
2:20am
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2:45am
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Rex The Runt
Claymation sitcom from Aardman Animations. The ten minute episodes revolve around the lives of four dogs - Rex, Bad Bob, Wendy and Vince.
2:55am
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Gimme Gimme Gimme
Series 1, Episode 4 - Do They Take Sugar?Tom is equally horrified and ecstatic to discover that his favourite soap actress and gay icon, Sugar Walls, is in fact Linda's sister. When she arrives at the flat unexpectedly, the pair's lives appear to be changing for the good.
3am
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24 Hours To Go Broke
Episode 4 - GreeceRachel Riley and her mate Joe Wilkinson are deposited in downtown Thessaloniki on the day before an extraordinary carnival. They endeavour to spend their money on a fancy dress football match and a campaign to promote vegetables that involves a flash mob of Ancient Greek gods.
3:25am
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Threesome
Series 2, Episode 1 - Back To SchoolMitch's drive toward maturity and finding a career leads him to teaching. Unfortunately he needs to improve his maths and so heads back to school, where he quickly falls in with a bad crowd.
3:30am
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A Bit Of Fry & Laurie
Series 2, Episode 4Sketches include "Dinner with Digby", Peter and John managing lavatories, and Stephen and Hugh's attempts to be "Big".
4:05am
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Mapp & Lucia
TV series based on the 1930s books by EF Benson. Prunella Scales and Geraldine McEwan star.