Television
TV schedule Wednesday 12th July 2017
6am
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Man About The House
Series 5, Episode 1 - The Last Picture ShowChrissy's dating an exceedingly dull man with a particular fondness for film-making - the more arty, the better. It's also her birthday, and he gives her a brand new cine camera, which she sets about experimenting with. Meanwhile, Larry can think of much more interesting types of films...
6:35am
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Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 17 - Open And CloseThe Twirlywoos are at a theatre, where they watch the stage manager pressing a button which opens and closes the curtains.
7:20am
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The Piglet Files
Series 1, Episode 2 - Fair ExchangeSarah is mistakenly captured by a couple of bumbling Russian agents, and getting little support from drummond or Maxwell, Piglet goes about securing her return himself.
7:25am
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Dennis The Menace & Gnasher
CBBC series based on the popular Beano comic character Dennis and his dog, Gnasher.
7:50am
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The Piglet Files
Series 1, Episode 3 - A Room With A ViewSince the fall of the Berlin wall, agents have been flooding into Britain. Dexter and Flint are staking out a house belonging to two such unwelcome guests, and Peter's brought in to help assist their surveillance by new electronic means ahead of a visit by their East German controller.
8am
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8am
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Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 25 - Komodo National Park, IndonesiaWhen Grandmaster Glitch supersizes a fierce komodo dragon, the Go Jetters must find the size ray to fix the glitch.
8:20am
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Ever Decreasing Circles
Series 1, Episode 3When Paul is taken away by the police in the middle of the night, Martin is quick to signal his demise and the nature of his crime is the subject for speculation. "Goings-on" like this have never gone on in the Close and Martin is determined to do something about it.
8:20am15 min
Little Roy
Series 2, Episode 13 - Alien HuntRoy sees a strange blue light in the garden and is convinced it's aliens! Despite reassurance from Maura, his imagination goes into overdrive as Tristan and he search for evidence of extraterrestrial activity.
8:25am
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Justin's House
Series 3, Episode 10 - Pirate DayJustin, Robert and Little Monster try to protect Gem's jewels from naughty Captain Sinker when the stars of Swashbuckle drop in for Pirate Day. Guest starring Gemma Hunt and Ella Kenion.
9am
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Monarch Of The Glen
Series 4, Episode 10Comedy drama set in the Scottish Highlands, based on the comic novels of Compton Mackenzie.
9am
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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.
9am
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Timmy Time
Spin-off from Shaun The Sheep for the CBeebies channel, featuring Timmy the baby lamb and his friends.
9:30am
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Sooty
Series 2, Episode 6 - The Early NightRichard plans an early night in preparation for Mr Slater's fitness class. But when Sooty's pet mouse escapes, and Sweep loses his favourite bone, his hopes of a good night's sleep look set for disaster.
9:30am15 min
Twirlywoos
Series 4, Episode 3 - More About DownThe Twirlywoos watch two men carry some furniture down the stairs in a block of flats.
9:40am
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Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 26th and 27th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
10:10am
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Horrible Histories
Series 3, Episode 9The Vikings launch their advert for We Sell Any Monk, Queen Elizabeth I surprises her court with some very odd laws, the sacrifice-obsessed Aztec priests sing their gruesome disco song, and we discover the Roman equivalent of text messaging.
10:40am
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It's A Great Day
Racing to finish the flooring in a new housing estate before it is opened by a princess, builder Bob Grove accepts some tiles that prove to be stolen.
11:40am
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Ever Decreasing Circles
Series 1, Episode 3When Paul is taken away by the police in the middle of the night, Martin is quick to signal his demise and the nature of his crime is the subject for speculation. "Goings-on" like this have never gone on in the Close and Martin is determined to do something about it.
12pm
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The Magnificent Two
Comedy film starring Morecambe & Wise as a pair of travelling salesmen who become entangled in a South American country's civil war.
12:20pm
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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.
12:30pm
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Spot Bots
Episode 8 - Zipadoodle DooThe Spot Bots must learn to stay focused for long enough to see the Zipadoodle Doo.
1pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 3, Episode 5 - The Kink In Foggy's NiblickFoggy hasn't played golf since 1939, but he claims that like riding a bicycle, you never forget.
1pm
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Porridge
Series 1, Episode 3 - A Night InGodber moves into the bottom bunk in Fletcher's cell. Unable to sleep, the two spend the night discussing their hopes, fears, and the lives they left outside.
1:30pm
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Shaun The Sheep
Series 4, Episode 18 - Remote ControlEveryone is getting ready to watch a football match on TV, when an out-of-control toy plane hits the TV aerial, ruining the picture.
1:35pm
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Twirlywoos
Series 4, Episode 3 - More About DownThe Twirlywoos watch two men carry some furniture down the stairs in a block of flats.
1:40pm
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Waiting For God
Series 2, Episode 4After a string of pearls, a host of crucifixes, and numerous other high-value items disappear from Betty's room, Harvey threatens to call the police in to investigate the apparent crimewave. It's down to Tom Holmes to solve this one.
1:40pm
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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?
1:40pm
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Shaun The Sheep
Series 4, Episode 19 - Phoney FarmerThe Farmer is off on holiday, confident he's left the farm in safe hands. However, the animals quickly learn his replacement is only interested in looking after himself. Dismayed and hungry, they decide he has to go.
2pm
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Man In The Moon
A repeat of this 1960 film.
2:20pm
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 2, Episode 14 - Jobs For The GirlsSharon has gone into the pet sitting business, but she has competition from a teenage boy. Meanwhile Tracey has decided to get back behind the typewriter and Dorien gives her her first commission, with mixed results.
2:20pm
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The Vicar Of Dibley
Series 1, Episode 5 - ElectionThe council elections are impending, and David's standing for re-election. When Geraldine unknowingly criticises his performance, the locals decide she'd be a far better candidate. For a woman with no political intent it's a daunting prospect, but David could be willing to strike a bargain...
2:40pm
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Horrible Histories
Series 3, Episode 9The Vikings launch their advert for We Sell Any Monk, Queen Elizabeth I surprises her court with some very odd laws, the sacrifice-obsessed Aztec priests sing their gruesome disco song, and we discover the Roman equivalent of text messaging.
3pm
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Goodnight Sweetheart
Series 6, Episode 9 - Flash, Bang, WallopGary has to take drastic measures to make sure that a compromising photograph from the 1940s is not seen in the present day.
3pm
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Fawlty Towers
Series 1, Episode 3 - The Wedding PartyA group of guests arriving at the hotel in preparation for a nearby wedding raise Basil's anger levels when he mistakes them for swingers and sex addicts.
3:35pm
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Dennis The Menace & Gnasher
CBBC series based on the popular Beano comic character Dennis and his dog, Gnasher.
3:40pm
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The Two Ronnies
Series 5, Episode 2Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.
3:40pm
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Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 26 - Big Ben, EnglandThe Go Jetters visit London on New Year's Eve, but Big Ben is missing. To the Vroomster!
3:45pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 26th and 27th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
4pm
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Monarch Of The Glen
Series 4, Episode 10Comedy drama set in the Scottish Highlands, based on the comic novels of Compton Mackenzie.
4pm
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4pm
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Scream Street
Series 1, Episode 37 - Goblin GasWhen Otto steals Scream Street's entire power supply, the kids attempt to harness an explosive form of alternative energy - goblin gas.
4:15pm
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Man About The House
Series 5, Episode 2 - Right Said GeorgeRobin is in a musical mood, but with no apparent aptitude for the guitar, Chrissy introduces him to the Ropers' piano. Meanwhile, George's beloved banger of a car is on its last legs.
4:30pm
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The Best Of Tommy Cooper
Series 1, Episode 6A special series featuring classic moments from Tommy Cooper's greatest shows.
4:30pm
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Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 5 - No ParkingMr Bean takes his teddy to the cinema but has trouble finding a parking space.
4:35pm
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Hank Zipzer
Series 3, Episode 4 - Educating ZipzerA film crew is coming to the school to make a documentary. Everyone comes into school very excited, particularly Mr Joy who intends to be onscreen as much as possible.
4:45pm
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Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 6 - Bean's BountyA local archaeology dig inspires Mr Bean to go hunting for treasure.
4:50pm
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Rising Damp
Series 4, Episode 6 - Come On In The Water's LovelyWith his decree absolute at long last in hand, Rigsby finally pops the question to Miss Jones - much to his shock, she accepts! Wedding plans are afoot, but first Rupert must meet the mother.
5pm
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Carry On Spying
Four trainee spies are put on the trail of the subversive organisation STENCH as they try to track down the secret Formula X.
5pm
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Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 8 - The Brandenburg Gate, GermanyWhen Grandmaster Glitch takes the quadriga from the Brandenburg Gate, the Go Jetters must stop him before he reaches Grim HQ.
5pm
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Hank Zipzer
Series 3, Episode 5 - Hank's Good TurnThere is a school inspector coming round and the school is to be on its best behaviour.
5:20pm
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George & Mildred
Series 4, Episode 5 - Nappy DaysWhen the Ropers are left babysitting baby Tarquin, nothing could possibly go awry!
5:40pm
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Porridge
Series 1, Episode 3 - A Night InGodber moves into the bottom bunk in Fletcher's cell. Unable to sleep, the two spend the night discussing their hopes, fears, and the lives they left outside.
6pm
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Waiting For God
Series 2, Episode 4After a string of pearls, a host of crucifixes, and numerous other high-value items disappear from Betty's room, Harvey threatens to call the police in to investigate the apparent crimewave. It's down to Tom Holmes to solve this one.
6:20pm
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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?
6:40pm
(repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 3, Episode 5 - The Kink In Foggy's NiblickFoggy hasn't played golf since 1939, but he claims that like riding a bicycle, you never forget.
7pm
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The Vicar Of Dibley
Series 1, Episode 5 - ElectionThe council elections are impending, and David's standing for re-election. When Geraldine unknowingly criticises his performance, the locals decide she'd be a far better candidate. For a woman with no political intent it's a daunting prospect, but David could be willing to strike a bargain...
7pm
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Horrible Histories
Series 5, Episode 11DI Bones investigates an unusual Victorian traffic accident, Roman scientist Pliny the Elder suffers a Stupid Death in ancient Pompeii, Prime Ministers Neville Chamberlain and Winston Churchill argue online over what to do about Adolf Hitler, and we discover the horrible history of early Australia.
7:20pm
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 4, Episode 4 - The CommodoreHyacinth agrees to meet the Ladies' Luncheon Club special guest at the railway station, but the assignment proves more difficult than she imagined.
7:35pm
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Fawlty Towers
Series 1, Episode 3 - The Wedding PartyA group of guests arriving at the hotel in preparation for a nearby wedding raise Basil's anger levels when he mistakes them for swingers and sex addicts.
7:50pm
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Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 5 - No ParkingMr Bean takes his teddy to the cinema but has trouble finding a parking space.
8pm30 min
Your Face Or Mine
Series 1, Episode 10Jimmy Carr and Katherine Ryan are joined by Jodie-Ann and Andrew who will be forced to judge all kinds of faces for the chance to win thousands of pounds. With special guest H, from pop group Steps.
8:05pm
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Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 6 - Bean's BountyA local archaeology dig inspires Mr Bean to go hunting for treasure.
8:20pm
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Still Open All Hours
Pilot, Episode 1 - Still Open All HoursGranville attempts to get a date with old flame Mavis without her terrifying sister Madge finding out; Leroy shuns the old delivery bike and finds an altogether more attractive way to deliver the orders; and a sneaky new plan to shift a lot of anchovy paste has some rather surprising side effects.
8:30pm
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Hank Zipzer
Series 3, Episode 5 - Hank's Good TurnThere is a school inspector coming round and the school is to be on its best behaviour.
9pm
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The Two Ronnies
Series 5, Episode 4Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.
9pm
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dinnerladies
Series 2, Episode 2 - TroubleJean's husband leaves her for a dental assistant in south Wales, and her colleagues feel the force of her frustration and anger. Meanwhile, Petula has a more-than-slightly surprising announcement to make.
9pm50 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 15, Episode 4Jimmy, Sean and Jon are joined by guests Tess Daly, Stephen Mangan, Kian Egan and Tony Law to thrash out the hot topics of the week.
9pm60 min version (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 7, Episode 1Russell's back for a new series, and on his radar this week are the iPhone 5, a man who shot himself in the buttocks during a film screening, and meets a sheep shearer in the Mystery Guest segment. The Good News Extra comic is Felicity Ward.
9pm60 min version (repeat)
9pm
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The Inbetweeners Movie
Will and friends are off on their biggest adventure yet... a lads' holiday abroad.
9:40pm
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Gavin & Stacey
Series 1, Episode 3After his initial angry reaction to Stacey's news, Uncle Bryn agrees to drive them all to Essex to meet the Shipmans.
9:50pm
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The Best Of Tommy Cooper
A special series featuring classic moments from Tommy Cooper's greatest shows.
9:50pm50 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 15, Episode 5Krishnan Guru-Murthy, David O'Doherty, Jamelia and Paul Foot join Jimmy, Jon and Sean to look back at what has been a busy week for news.
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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10pm
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Mock The Week
Series 3, Episode 2Ed Byrne joins Hugh Dennis and Frankie Boyle. Jo Brand and Robin Ince are on the right with Andy Parsons.
10pm30 min
The Windsors
Series 2, Episode 2Camilla offers her kidney to a sick child; but when the girl survives an 'accident', Camilla realises she actually has to go through with it...
10:05pm
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Celebrity Juice
Series 13, Episode 6Guests this week are Pointless creator and co-presenter Richard Osman, the ultimate Essex girl, actress Denise Van Outen, and the one and only Eamonn Holmes.
10:20pm
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Goodnight Sweetheart
Series 6, Episode 10 - Accentuate The PositiveWith the war coming to an end, there are surprises in store for Gary, his two wives, and Ron.
10:20pm
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Live At The Apollo
Series 3, Episode 1 - Jack Dee, Jason Manford and Russell HowardJack Dee presents his final episode. The guests are Jason Manford and Russell Howard.
10:30pm
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Stand Up Central
Series 1, Episode 4On tonight's show Russell reads from 50 Shades of Grey, and answers questions on university, ghosts, and milking a cow. His guests are Doc Brown and Paul McCaffrey.
10:40pm
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Mock The Week
Series 3, Episode 3Mark Watson makes the first (of what will turn out to be many) appearances on the show. He's on Hugh Dennis and Frankie Boyle's side. Meanwhile Jon Culshaw and Russell Howard are on Andy Parsons' team.
10:45pm40 min version
Room 101
Series 6, Episode 7 - Rob Delaney, Davina McCall, Laurence FoxRob Delaney, Davina McCall and Laurence Fox attempt to banish people who order starters, 12 string guitars and cyclists in Lycra into the Orwellian chamber.
11pm
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The Catherine Tate Show
Series 1, Episode 5Sandra shows us the silly game of 'Last Hit' - however, things soon turn ugly when a man gets hit by a car, but still feels as if he needs to play. Nan and her grandson visit the Pound Shop where everything doesn't go according to plan.
11pm
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Bad Robots
Series 2, Episode 4The Bad Robots are back with another brand new infuriating machine - the all new automated shopping survey machine S.A.L.Y. Whilst pub goers are left empty pocketed and empty hearts by Quizimodo, Tezcorp's pub quiz machine; the British Language test makes a return as foreign language students are asked to make sense of UK accents - 'piece of cake me old mukka?'
11pm60 min
Brexit Stage Left
Out-takes - The RemaindersA one hour special of unseen material from award-winning comedian Jamali Maddix and his stand up comedian pals - Fern Brady, Alfie Brown and Sean McLoughlin, taking a quick-fire, stand-up comedy tour of Europe. Gigging their way around Amsterdam, Dublin, Copenhagen, and Berlin, the gang explore what each city has to offer.
11:05pm
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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 10 (Channel 4: Series 11), Episode 5Richard Ayoade and Rob Beckett going up against Jon Richardson and Claudia Winkleman. Adam Riches joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner.
11:20pm
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Jonathan Creek
Series 5, Episode 2 - The Sinner And The SandmanA retired local psychic inadvertently makes the most amazing and impossible prediction of his career.
11:20pm
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Peep Show
Series 3, Episode 1 - MuggingMark gets mugged on his way back from work by two teenagers, who steal his beloved Blackberry. And when Sophie comes on strong to him, he can't get aroused because he's pre-occupied by the muggers. He's a man obsessed.
11:20pm
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Russell Howard's Good News
Series 10, Highlights SpecialIn this final episode, Russell offers up all the best bits from the current series of Good News, alongside previously unseen material.
11:40pm40 min version (repeat)
Room 101
Series 6, Episode 7 - Rob Delaney, Davina McCall, Laurence FoxRob Delaney, Davina McCall and Laurence Fox attempt to banish people who order starters, 12 string guitars and cyclists in Lycra into the Orwellian chamber.
Midnight
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The Young Ones
Series 1, Episode 6 - FloodIt's raining cats and dogs - literally. Unfortunately, there's no food in the house and whilst trying to busy themselves, none of the housemates notice London flooding around them...
Midnight
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Would I Lie To You?
Series 7, Episode 1In this episode, Lee and David are joined by Rhod Gilbert, Vernon Kay, Dara O Briain and Denise Van Outen.
12:10am
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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 10 (Channel 4: Series 11), Episode 6Sean Lock and Danny Dyer take on Joe Wilkinson and Gabby Logan. Meanwhile David O'Doherty is in Dictionary Corner.
12:40am
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 2, Episode 14 - Jobs For The GirlsSharon has gone into the pet sitting business, but she has competition from a teenage boy. Meanwhile Tracey has decided to get back behind the typewriter and Dorien gives her her first commission, with mixed results.
12:40am
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Would I Lie To You?
Series 7, Highlights Special - The Unseen BitsRob Brydon, Lee Mack and David Mitchell return for an episode of previously unseen material from the comedy panel show.
12:45am
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Live At The Apollo
Series 3, Episode 1 - Jack Dee, Jason Manford and Russell HowardJack Dee presents his final episode. The guests are Jason Manford and Russell Howard.
12:50am
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Brexit Stage Left
Out-takes - The RemaindersA one hour special of unseen material from award-winning comedian Jamali Maddix and his stand up comedian pals - Fern Brady, Alfie Brown and Sean McLoughlin, taking a quick-fire, stand-up comedy tour of Europe. Gigging their way around Amsterdam, Dublin, Copenhagen, and Berlin, the gang explore what each city has to offer.
1:20am
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QI
Series B, Episode 11 - BeatsAll the questions have a music theme. With Mark Gatiss, Linda Smith and Sean Lock.
1:50am
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French And Saunders
Series 5, Episode 3Tonight homage is paid to the film director Federico Fellini and indie group the Cranberries. With special appearances from Kate Moss, Sue Barker and Felicity Kendal.
2am
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Micky Flanagan: Back In The Game
East End comic Micky Flanagan returns with his second, highly anticipated stand-up show, Back In The Game.
2am
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Mock The Week
Series 3, Episode 2Ed Byrne joins Hugh Dennis and Frankie Boyle. Jo Brand and Robin Ince are on the right with Andy Parsons.
2:25am
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Big School
Series 2, Episode 1A new year is starting at Greybridge, and Miss Postern intends to kick it off with an inspiring careers workshop with guest speaker Fenella Forbes, a best-selling childrens' author.
2:30am
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Tommy Cooper
Sketch, stand-up and magic from the inimitable Tommy Cooper.
2:40am
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Brexit Stage Left
Out-takes - The RemaindersA one hour special of unseen material from award-winning comedian Jamali Maddix and his stand up comedian pals - Fern Brady, Alfie Brown and Sean McLoughlin, taking a quick-fire, stand-up comedy tour of Europe. Gigging their way around Amsterdam, Dublin, Copenhagen, and Berlin, the gang explore what each city has to offer.
2:40am
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8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 5, Special - Big Brother 8 SpecialWith Danny Wallace, James Corden, Gerry Stergiopoulos and Charley Uchea.
2:55am
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French And Saunders
Series 5, Episode 4Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders present a series of their comedy sketch shows. Tonight, there's a hint of caped crusaders, and the guest appearances include Patsy Kensit.
3am
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Dentist In The Chair
Comedy with Bob Monkhouse, Peggy Cummings and Kenneth Connor. A burglar breaks into the wrong shop and steals medical instruments instead of silver.
3am
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The Roots Of Monty Python
A look back at the origins of the ground-breaking BBC comedy series Monty Python's Flying Circus.
3:15am
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8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 17, Episode 5Team captains Jon Richardson and Sean Lock are joined by guests Jo Brand, Ronan Keating, Krishnan Guru-Murthy and James Acaster.
3:25am
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Little Britain
Series 2, Episode 2Lou and Andy are in the countryside, and Judy of the Women's Institute projectile vomits over a visiting MP when she discovers the vol-au-vents were made to a recipe by Ainsley Harriott.
4am
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PhoneShop
Series 2, Episode 3 - The SleepymanWhilst a blast from Janine's past forces Christopher into a very uncomfortable position, and Jerwayne feels the wrath of his ex-girlfriend, Lance tries to take full advantage of PhoneShop Sutton's newfound fame.
4:30am
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The Charlie Hides Show
Impressions-based sketch show pilot from YouTube star Charlie Hides.