Television
TV schedule Saturday 27th August 2016
6:10am
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French Fields
Series 2, Christmas Special - Noel, NoelHester has a perfect English Christmas planned - in the middle of northern France. She'll entertain the locals with traditional British foods, and celebrate in style with Emma, Peter and baby Guy.
7am
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Jeeves And Wooster
Series 3, Episode 6Aunt Dahlia demands Bertie's assistance in charming a best-selling author for her refined ladies' magazine.
7:10am
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Two Way Stretch
Prisoner Dodger Lane plans a heist that will involve slipping out of incarceration to steal some diamonds.
7:10am
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Zig And Zag
Episode 8 - It Came From ZogZig and Zag turn their hands to the movie business - but they are only in it for the free popcorn.
7:25am
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Strange Hill High
Series 1, Episode 9 - The Ghost Writers Of Strange Hill HighMitchell stumbles across an old, abandoned, blocked-off classroom whilst hiding from his teachers. Finding it is haunted by ghosts eager to work, he establishes a homework service.
8:10am
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'Allo 'Allo!
Series 3, Episode 1 - The Nicked KnockwurstWhen the Communist Resistance hold Herr Flick's sausage ransom, a plan is concocted for René to buy it from them. Of course, they'd all be better off going in disguise...
8:25am
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The Importance Of Being Earnest
Classic film based on Oscar Wilde's play about two wealthy bachelors who pretend to be the dashing but imaginary Ernest when courting two young ladies.
8:55am
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The Big Job
After their release from prison, an inept gang of bank robbers attempt to recover the proceeds of the Big Job that got them 15 years.
9am
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Only Fools And Horses
A selection of 12 episodes from Britain's most popular sitcom.
9:30am
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The Dog Ate My Homework
Series 1, Episode 1The students are joined by Britain's Got Talent star Jack Carroll, DNN's Sam Fletcher, and comedians Bec Hill and Romesh Ranganathan.
11am
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Chalet Girl
Pretty tomboy Kim flips burgers to support herself and her dad. However, when she flukes a winter-long catering job in the Alps life changes.
11am
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Chalet Girl
Pretty tomboy Kim flips burgers to support herself and her dad. However, when she flukes a winter-long catering job in the Alps life changes.
11:25am
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Gigglebiz
Series 4, Episode 4The Berrito Brothers show off their basketball skills to a small audience, while Storybook Stan has problems reading a book about flying, and Professor Muddles struggles to get his latest invention - a Bounce Back Fence - to work properly.
12:20pm
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Trial And Error
Legal satire. A seedy barrister is given the dock brief for a man who freely admits he murdered his wife; he is acquitted owing to incompetent defence, and they both continue their fantasy lives.
12:45pm
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4 O'Clock Club
Series 1, Episode 13 - End Of TermIt's the end of term and Nathan is due to be assessed by Head Master Mr Byron. His future hangs in the balance. So when Josh messes up, and it looks like Nathan's career as a teacher is over, it's down to the rest of the 4 O'Clock Club to save his skin.
12:50pm
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That's Carry On!
Carry On compilation film presented by Barbara Windsor and Kenneth Williams.
1pm
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Red Dwarf
A repeat run of the entire Series II.
1:15pm
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So Awkward
Series 1, Episode 5 - Mr Sicky BearMartha has a big spring-clean and causes upset when she washes Jas and her dad's beloved teddy bear, 'Mr Sicky Bear', who has never been washed before.
2:05pm
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Doc Martin
Series 2, Christmas Special - On The EdgeBirdwatchers disturb the peace of Portwenn in the search of a rare chough meanwhile Louisa's father arrives and Pauline plans to leave.
2:30pm
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My Parents Are Aliens
Long-running children's sitcom following the lives of three orphaned children. Their new foster parents are secretly aliens.
4pm
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Justin's House
Series 2, Episode 6 - House For SaleWith the help of the noisy neighbour and a few other tricks, Robert and Little Monster concoct a plan to stop Justin selling his house.
5:30pm
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Outnumbered
A selection of episodes from the first series of the semi-improvised sitcom.
6:30pm
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Blankety Blank
Lily Savage hosts the game show in which contestants attempt to match the answers of as many of the six celebrity panellists as possible.
7pm
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Smack The Pony
Stylish, original and uninhibited Emmy award-winning sketch show starring Fiona Allen, Doon Mackichan and Sally Phillips.
7pm
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Tell Me Another
Series 3, Episode 2Stories about their families and friends. This week starring: Roy Castle, Henry Cooper, Clement Freud, Alfred Marks, Jack Parnell, Marjorie Proops, Joan Turner.
7pm
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Gavin & Stacey
A repeat run of the entire first series of the sitcom by and starring Ruth Jones and James Corden.
7pm
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Doc Martin
Series 5, Episode 8 - Ever AfterMrs Tishell's long standing crush on Dr Martin Ellingham takes a dramatic turn in this final episode in the series.
7:10pm
Pointless Celebrities: Sitcom Special
Alexander Armstrong and Richard Osman host a special sitcom edition of the Saturday night hit game show Pointless Celebrities.
The celebrity line-up includes Charlie Higson and Adil Ray, as well as Pauline McLynn, who joins with Hugh Dennis. Jean Ferguson teams with Tina Malone, and also stepping up to the Pointless Celebrities podium are Richard Gibson and Vicki Michelle from 'Allo 'Allo!. In addition, the studio is treated to a VT with Boycie and Marlene (Only Fools And Horses).
7:15pm
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Blankety Blank
Lily Savage hosts the game show in which contestants attempt to match the answers of as many of the six celebrity panellists as possible.
7:30pm
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My Phone Genie
Episode 25 - Dumb and DummyGene grants Jaz's wish to make fake things real - which leads to experiences that none of the team could ever have imagined!
8pm
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Horrible Histories
Series 3, Episode 1Today's show features an annoying French prankster from the Middle Ages, and more.
8:25pm
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The Dog Ate My Homework
Series 2, Episode 10The brilliant young team captains are joined by Dominique Moore from DNN and Horrible Histories, dance phenomenon Aidan Davis, Alex Riley from Junior Vets and host of Extreme School, Susan Calman.
8:30pm
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Dad's Army
Series 8, Episode 1 - Ring Dem BellsThe platoon are to take part in a training film, but are horrified to learn that they are to play the Germans. There's also the issue of trying not to be seen in Nazi uniforms for fear of causing a panic.
9pm
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Jonathan Creek
Series 2, Episode 5 - The Problem At Gallows Gate (Part 2)As Jonathan develops an unhealthy obsession with stockings and Maddy becomes infuriated with his s-less typewriter, they look as unlikely as the police to solve the killed-by-a-dead-man conundrum.
9pm
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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 9 (Channel 4: Series 10), Episode 4Sean Lock and David Mitchell go up against Jon Richardson and Katherine Ryan. Brett Domino Trio joins Countdown's resident lexicographer Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.
9pm
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Russell Howard's Good News
Series 6, Episode 9Russell Howard once again offers his distinctive take on what has happened in the world this week, with an energetic and entertaining look at the news stories that have dominated the media and caught his eye.
10:30pm60 min
The Funny Thing About...
Episode 3 - DatingJohnny Vegas and friends offer an uproariously silly, insightful and frank look at the difficult business of finding love in the 21st century.
10:30pm30 min
Sam Delaney's News Thing
Episode 31 - Jeremy LiarSam wonders whether Jeremy Corbyn will ever be good at anything, and asks if the burkini ban proves that the French have finally gone mad, while George Galloway explains what it would take for him to rejoin the Labour Party.
11pm
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Rob Brydon Live
TV broadcast of Rob Brydon's 2009 stand-up show.
11pm
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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Episode 2Sean Lock and Kevin Bridges are up against Jon Richardson and Kathy Burke, with Joe Lycett in Dictionary Corner. Nick Helm 'helps' Rachel Riley with the numbers and letters.
11pm
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Jadoo: Kings Of Curry
A repeat of this 2013 film.
11pm
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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.
11pm
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A League Of Their Own
Series 10, Out-takes - UnseenRejoin the A League of Their Own boys and their guests as the hit comedy and entertainment show runs into extra time with outtakes and unseen footage from Series 10.
11:20pm
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Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish
Series 3, Episode 8 - A German TraditionModern Life Is Goodish concludes tonight with a look at the current obsession with customer feedback and market research. Just how reliable is this data? Dave tries to find out with the help of fans of Ant and Dec and people who like a very specific type of soup.
11:25pm
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Cool It, Carol!
Joe Sickles and Carol Thatcher decide to head to London for work but the naïve couple soon become drawn to the more seedy side of the capital.
11:30pm30 min
Impractical Jokers UK
Episode 5This week the boys must go to the toilet with a stranger, face guests at a youth hostel, and face having their personal possessions burned.
Midnight
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Rowan Atkinson Live
Rowan Atkinson performing best sketches from his one man shows.
12:05am50 min version (repeat)
Channel 4's Comedy Gala
Episode 1 - Channel 4's Comedy Gala 2016Channel 4's Comedy Gala, in aid of Great Ormond Street Hospital Children's Charity, returns for a seventh year to London's O2 Arena. Stars include Alan Carr, Kevin Bridges, Josh Widdicombe, Russell Kane, Sean Lock and Zoe Lyons.
12:20am
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Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled
Series 4, Episode 2Catherine Tate discusses her failings in the office and her fiery temper; Milton Jones reveals how he once caused a bloodbath, while performance artist Bryony Kimmings shares her thoughts on the nation's pubic hair. Ainsley Harriott, who definitely isn't Lenny Henry, completes the guest line up.
12:45am
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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 9 (Channel 4: Series 10), Episode 4Sean Lock and David Mitchell go up against Jon Richardson and Katherine Ryan. Brett Domino Trio joins Countdown's resident lexicographer Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.
12:55am
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Father Ted
Series 1, Episode 2 - Entertaining Father StoneFather Stone, a priest even more boring than Dougal is stupid, is paying his annual visit - and he doesn't have to get back to his Parish for a few weeks...
1am
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House Of Fools
Series 1, Episode 1 - The Conan AffairWith the help of his friend Beef, Bob has a hot date lined-up.
1am
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Comedy Central At The Comedy Store
Series 4, Episode 4 - Russell Kane At The Comedy StoreThis episode is hosted by Russell Kane and features Shappi Khorsandi, Phil Wang and Nish Kumar.
1:05am
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Friday Night Dinner
Series 4, Episode 5 - The FuneralIt's Uncle Saul's funeral which means 'Horrible Grandma' is back, and leaving a trail of broken furniture in her wake.
1:20am60 min version (repeat)
1:30am
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Father Ted
Series 1, Episode 3 - The Passion Of Saint TibulusThe fearsome Bishop Brennan drops by the parochial house in order to task Ted and Dougal with picketing a new film, The Passion Of Saint Tibulus.
1:40am
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Jam
Comedy show from Chris Morris which delivers various unsettling sketches.
1:45am
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Drop The Dead Donkey
A selection of episodes from the fifth series of the newsroom sitcom.
2am
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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Episode 2Sean Lock and Kevin Bridges are up against Jon Richardson and Kathy Burke, with Joe Lycett in Dictionary Corner. Nick Helm 'helps' Rachel Riley with the numbers and letters.
2:10am
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Rob Brydon Live
TV broadcast of Rob Brydon's 2009 stand-up show.
2:20am50 min version (repeat)
2:45am
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Mapp & Lucia
Series 2, Episode 1: Winner Takes All.
Acclaimed comedy drama series about the rivalry between two society ladies, based on the books by E F Benson. When George Pilson is struck down by a mystery illness and becomes a recluse, Lucia decides to investigate only to discover he has shingles - so she lets him recuperate at Grebe. Lucia dips her toe in the waters of the stock market and her shares pay out big dividends, persuading other Tilling residents to follow suit and make a profit. Mapp and Lucia decide to stand against each other in the local council elections.
3am
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Mount Pleasant
Series 5, Episode 7As Lisa and Dan's marriage reaches crisis point, Lisa suggests they start to see a relationship counsellor.
3:05am50 min version (repeat)
Channel 4's Comedy Gala
Episode 1 - Channel 4's Comedy Gala 2016Channel 4's Comedy Gala, in aid of Great Ormond Street Hospital Children's Charity, returns for a seventh year to London's O2 Arena. Stars include Alan Carr, Kevin Bridges, Josh Widdicombe, Russell Kane, Sean Lock and Zoe Lyons.
3:10am
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House Of Fools
Series 1, Episode 1 - The Conan AffairWith the help of his friend Beef, Bob has a hot date lined-up.
3:10am
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Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish
Series 3, Episode 8 - A German TraditionModern Life Is Goodish concludes tonight with a look at the current obsession with customer feedback and market research. Just how reliable is this data? Dave tries to find out with the help of fans of Ant and Dec and people who like a very specific type of soup.
3:15am
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Desmond's
A selection of episodes from the sixth series of Channel 4's longest-running sitcom.
3:45am
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Keep It Clean
A marketing whizz-kid attempts to help his brother-in-law secure funds for a miraculous cleaning product he has invented.
4:40am
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Mapp & Lucia
Series 2, Episode 2: Change And Change About.
Neither Mapp nor Lucia's bid to become a local councillor bears fruit. Mapp thinks she is pregnant and finds herself in dire financial straits after she and Benjy lose their investment in a mine. Lucia proposes that they switch houses to help Mapp out, and Lucia then gets excited thinking she has discovered Roman artefacts buried at Mallards. However they are not as old as Lucia had hoped so she holds a garden party to save face, where Mapp's pregnancy reveals itself as something else entirely.