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TV schedule Saturday 10th September 2016

U&Dave channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit. Image shows from L to R: Susan Calman, Steve McNeil. Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

Dara O Briain's Go 8 Bit

Series 1, Episode 1

Comedian Susan Calman and England goalkeeper David James join host Dara O Briain, games expert Ellie Gibson and team captains Steve McNeil and Sam Pamphilon to play five video games; Tetris, Chuckie Egg, Tekken, Star Wars Battlefront and special endgame Bust-A-Moob in a bid to become this week's Go 8 Bit Champions.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6pm
10 min
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 5, Episode 10 - Bitzer's New Whistle

Bitzer takes delivery of his new hi-tech farmyard control module, but when the gadget malfunctions, Bitzer is left wishing for his old whistle.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:45pm (repeat)
Still Open All Hours. Granville (David Jason). Copyright: BBC

Still Open All Hours

A selection of episodes from the first series of the sequel to the cornershop sitcom.

BBC Two 6:45pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Image shows from L to R: Private Godfrey (Arnold Ridley), Lance Corporal Jones (Clive Dunn), Private Walker (James Beck), Captain Mainwaring (Arthur Lowe), Private Frazer (John Laurie), Sergeant Wilson (John Le Mesurier), Private Pike (Ian Lavender)

Dad's Army

Series 8, Episode 3 - Is There Honey Still For Tea?

There is some sad news when it is revealed that Godfrey's cottage is to be knocked down in order to make way for a new aerodrome, and Mainwaring struggles to break the news. However, Frazer has a plan that may save the day.

U&Dave channel logo 7pm
60 min version
(repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Image shows left to right: Ian Hislop, Paul Merton. Credit: Matt Crockett

Have I Got News For You

Series 49, Episode 3

Ian Hislop and Paul Merton are joined by guest host Stephen Mangan and panellists Miles Jupp and Camilla Long.

U&Dave channel logo 8pm
60 min version
(repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Image shows left to right: Ian Hislop, Paul Merton. Credit: Matt Crockett

Have I Got News For You

Series 49, Episode 7

Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Frank Skinner and panellists Cariad Lloyd and Jon Ronson.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 8pm
60 min
The Last Leg. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Adam Hills, Alex Brooker. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

The Last Leg

The Last Leg: Live From Rio, Episode 4

Adam Hills, Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker are joined live in Rio by special guest Stephen Mangan for a comedic review of the Paralympics as Day 3 gets underway.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
Duck Quacks Don't Echo. Image shows from L to R: Richard Madeley, Lee Mack, Ruth Jones, Rhod Gilbert. Copyright: Magnum Media

Duck Quacks Don't Echo

Series 5, Episode 2

Lee Mack is joined by Rhod Gilbert, Ruth Jones and Richard Madely.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:45pm (repeat)
Harry Enfield & Chums. Image shows from L to R: Kathy Burke, Harry Enfield, Paul Whitehouse

Harry Enfield & Chums

Series 2, Episode 4

Hit 1990s sketch show starring Harry Enfield, Paul Whitehouse and Kathy Burke.

BBC Two 8:50pm (repeat)
David Croft

You Have Been Watching... David Croft

Celebration of the life and work of comedy writer, director and producer David Croft, who died earlier this year.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (repeat)
ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 9pm
30 min
Newzoids. Copyright: Citrus Television

Newzoids

Series 2, Episode 2

This week, Taylor Swift dispatches with Tom Hiddleston and begins auditioning new boyfriends; Kim Jong-un prepares his own sporting event; Robert Peston tries to train his dog; Jerry Hall has plans for Rupert Murdoch; and Keith Lemon takes part in Great British Bake Off.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
Mount Pleasant. Image shows from L to R: Denise Bradwell (Ainsley Howard), Fergus Smythe (Neil Fitzmaurice). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mount Pleasant

Series 6, Episode 2

Dan has news for Pauline but worries how she will take it. Finn's up to his usual tricks and sells a cut and shut car; meanwhile, Tanya and Greg argue about Bradley and it's awards time for Fersa. Fergus finds out the truth about Roger and an unexpected guest arrives at Fergus's place.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:30pm (repeat)
The Young Ones. Image shows from L to R: Vyvyan (Adrian Edmondson), Neil (Nigel Planer), Mike (Christopher Ryan), Rick (Rik Mayall). Copyright: BBC

The Young Ones

Series 2, Episode 1 - Bambi

Realising that they've not washed their clothes since 1981, the housemates head to the laundrette. However, Neil's forgotten to tell them that they're expected on University Challenge.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 9:30pm
60 min
The Jonathan Ross Show. Jonathan Ross. Copyright: Hot Sauce / ITV Studios

The Jonathan Ross Show

Series 11, Episode 1 - Renée Zellweger, Patrick Dempsey, John Malkovich, Aisling Bea, Tom Odell, Team GB

Jonathan Ross returns for a brand new series with a show packed full of Hollywood stars: Oscar-winner Renée Zellweger, and Grey's Anatomy's Dr McDreamy Patrick Dempsey, who are starring together in the new film Bridget Jones's Baby; plus screen legend John Malkovich. Also joining them, one of the finest comedians in the country Aisling Bea; a selection of victorious Team GB Olympians; and platinum-selling BRIT award winner Tom Odell, who will be performing live in the studio.

U&Dave channel logo 9:40pm (repeat)
QI Titles. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series C, Episode 9 - Creatures

With Helen Atkinson-Wood, Andy Hamilton and Bill Bailey.

BBC Two 9:50pm
45 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series L, Episode 10 - Lying

With Adam Hills, Sara Pascoe and Jack Whitehall.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm (repeat)
Celebrity Juice. Image shows from L to R: Holly Willoughby, Leigh Francis, Fearne Cotton. Copyright: Talkback

Celebrity Juice

Series 16, Episode 1

Keith Lemon returns for a new series of his comedy panel show with regular team captains Fearne Cotton and Holly Willoughby. Joining the panel this week are body coach Joe Wicks, US singing sensation Anastacia, chat show king Jonathan Ross and Xtra Factor Live hosts Rylan Clark-Neal and Matt Edmondson.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20pm (repeat)
The Young Ones. Image shows from L to R: Vyvyan (Adrian Edmondson), Neil (Nigel Planer), Mike (Christopher Ryan), Rick (Rik Mayall). Copyright: BBC

The Young Ones

Series 1, Episode 2 - Oil

Having moved to a new house by the Balowskis, Mike discovers oil in the basement whilst disposing of a body. In order to exploit this potentially lucrative source of wealth, Mike appoints himself dictator.

U&Dave channel logo 10:20pm (repeat)
QI Titles. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series C, Episode 2 - Cummingtonite

With Doon Mackichan, Arthur Smith and Andy Hamilton.

Russia Today 10:30pm
30 min
Sam Delaney's News Thing. Sam Delaney

Sam Delaney's News Thing

Episode 32 - Sex Edition

Sam explains why Keith Vaz's penchant for rent boys makes him a man of principal, and Simon Danczuk MP reveals why he never had sex on his constituency desk.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
Steve Coogan As Alan Partridge And Other Less Successful Characters. Steve Coogan. Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Steve Coogan As Alan Partridge And Other Less Successful Characters

Steve Coogan performs as some of his most famous creations including a certain Norwich DJ. Recorded in Blackpool in 2008.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm
60 min version
(repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Image shows left to right: Ian Hislop, Paul Merton. Credit: Matt Crockett

Have I Got News For You

Series 49, Episode 3

Ian Hislop and Paul Merton are joined by guest host Stephen Mangan and panellists Miles Jupp and Camilla Long.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:15pm (repeat)
The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Simon Cooper (Joe Thomas), Neil Sutherland (Blake Harrison), Jay Cartwright (James Buckley), Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Series 1, Episode 5

The boys call Jay's bluff and go to the Camber Sands meeting of the Caravan Club to see if it really is 'like a massive orgy'.

Channel 5 logo 11:30pm
30 min
Impractical Jokers UK. David Moon. Copyright: Yalli Productions

Impractical Jokers UK

Episode 6

Matt plays the nose-piano in a music shop, a quiet café is disturbed by fart noises, and then the guys must win a kiss from a stranger. The biggest loser faces a terrifying forfeit strapped to the top of an aeroplane.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:50pm (repeat)
The Inbetweeners. Image shows from L to R: Simon Cooper (Joe Thomas), Neil Sutherland (Blake Harrison), Jay Cartwright (James Buckley), Will Mackenzie (Simon Bird). Copyright: Bwark Productions

The Inbetweeners

Series 1, Episode 6

It's the end of term and Will, Simon, Jay and Neil have the task of organising the School Prom.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky Midnight (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. James Corden. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 8, Episode 8

Olympic medallist Jenny Jones, football legend Gianfranco Zola and comedian Johnny Vegas join Corden and co for the final episode of the series.

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