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Television

TV schedule Thursday 7th September 2017

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 6:25am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 9, Episode 6 - Gone With The Winchester

Long-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:35am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 2, Episode 13 - Bigger And Bigger

The Twirlywoos see children building a sandcastle at the beach, and decide to make it bigger. Back in the Boat they encounter a strange jelly which grows every time they touch it!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:10am (repeat)
Goodnight Sweetheart. Image shows from L to R: Yvonne Sparrow (Emma Amos), Gary Sparrow (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Phoebe Sparrow (Elizabeth Carling). Copyright: Alomo Productions / BBC

Goodnight Sweetheart

Series 3, Special - Between The Devil And The Deep Blue Sea

The route that Gary uses to get back to 1941 has become a row of shops.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:25am (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 4 - Planet Of The Toilets

On a trip to Japan, Penfold's ill-timed comfort break sparks a world-wide porcelain revolution lead by the evil super-intelligent toilet Dr Loocifer.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:45am (repeat)
Goodnight Sweetheart. Image shows from L to R: Yvonne Sparrow (Emma Amos), Gary Sparrow (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Phoebe Sparrow (Elizabeth Carling). Copyright: Alomo Productions / BBC

Goodnight Sweetheart

Series 3, Episode 2 - It Ain't Necessarily So

In the run-up to New Year's Eve, Gary worries about finding a way to see in the New Year with both Phoebe and Yvonne. Then Mrs Bloss threatens to chuck him out of his bedsit.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 18 - The Northern Lights, Finland

Ubercorn is excited to see the Northern Lights, but Glitch's Grunge-Grimbler covers them with smoke.

Talking Pictures TV 8:20am (repeat)
Keep It Clean

Keep It Clean

A marketing whizz-kid attempts to help his brother-in-law secure funds for a miraculous cleaning product he has invented.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20am (repeat)
Lucky Feller. Bernard 'Shorty' Mepstead (David Jason). Copyright: London Weekend Television

Lucky Feller

Episode 9 - Where There's Life There's Soap

When the machines at the launderette break down and start spewing out soap suds on a Sunday afternoon, Shorty and Randy are hired by the owner to get his 'automated, computerised' system running again. Not a good time for the truth to be revealed about Randy and Kath!

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:25am (repeat)
Justin's House. Image shows from L to R: Justin (Justin Fletcher), Little Monster, Robert the Robert (Steven Kynman). Copyright: BBC

Justin's House

Series 4, Episode 2 - The Dusterlings

Robert has brought four dusters to life to help dust and tidy around Justin's House, but the mischievous Dusterlings soon go rogue, making a mess of the house and tickling anyone that moves.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:55am (repeat)
The Piglet Files. Image shows from L to R: Andrew Maxwell (John Ringham), Peter 'Piglet' Chapman (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Major Maurice Drummond (Clive Francis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

The Piglet Files

Series 2, Episode 2 - Red Spy At Night

Drummond is more than a little surprised when an agent, buried 12 years ago, rings his front door bell at 11pm with a list of KGB informants and spies. However, he's delighted to find Maxwell's name on the list, and puts Piglet and Dexter on the case immediately. Could it possibly be true?

ITV Encore 8:55am (repeat)
The Darling Buds Of May. Pop Larkin (David Jason)

The Darling Buds Of May

Comedy drama series about H.E. Bates's eccentric Larkin family.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9am (repeat)
Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Spin-off from Shaun The Sheep for the CBeebies channel, featuring Timmy the baby lamb and his friends.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:25am (repeat)
A Sharp Intake Of Breath. Peter Barnes (David Jason). Copyright: Associated Television

A Sharp Intake Of Breath

Series 2, Episode 2 - Your Very Good Health

Peter's hospitalised after a small accident in the garden damages his ankle. His doctor's nice enough, but the matron...!

CITV 9:30am (repeat)
Sooty. Richard (Richard Cadell). Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 13 - Balancing Act

When Richard claims to be an expert gymnast, Sooty and the gang insist he shows off his skills. But with a host of traps waiting for him at the gym, will he make it to the gymnastics show in one piece?

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 9:30am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 16 - Coming and Going

The Twirlywoos watch a man as he runs a bath. They want to leave their hiding place to investigate, but the man keeps on coming back! Back in the Boat there are more comings and goings when the Stop-Go Car comes to visit.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10am (repeat)
Butterflies. Image shows from L to R: Ben Parkinson (Geoffrey Palmer), Ria Parkinson (Wendy Craig)

Butterflies

Sitcom following dissatisfied housewife Ria Parkinson as she considers embarking on an exciting romantic affair with successful businessman Leonard.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40am (repeat)
Goodnight Sweetheart. Image shows from L to R: Yvonne Sparrow (Emma Amos), Gary Sparrow (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Phoebe Sparrow (Elizabeth Carling). Copyright: Alomo Productions / BBC

Goodnight Sweetheart

Series 3, Special - Between The Devil And The Deep Blue Sea

The route that Gary uses to get back to 1941 has become a row of shops.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 11:10am (repeat)
Rising Damp. Rupert Rigsby (Leonard Rossiter). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

Rising Damp

Series 4, Episode 2 - Fire And Brimstone

Since Alan moved out, there's a spare bed in Philip's room, and Rigsby has no intentions of keeping it empty. However, his plans to prey on the missionary instincts of a religious man backfire when he begins to convert Miss Jones!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:20am (repeat)
Goodnight Sweetheart. Image shows from L to R: Yvonne Sparrow (Emma Amos), Gary Sparrow (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Phoebe Sparrow (Elizabeth Carling). Copyright: Alomo Productions / BBC

Goodnight Sweetheart

Series 3, Episode 2 - It Ain't Necessarily So

In the run-up to New Year's Eve, Gary worries about finding a way to see in the New Year with both Phoebe and Yvonne. Then Mrs Bloss threatens to chuck him out of his bedsit.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 11:40am (repeat)
You're Only Young Twice. Image shows from L to R: Cissie Lupin (Pat Coombs), Flora Petty (Peggy Mount). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

You're Only Young Twice

Series 4, Episode 6 - Thanks For The Memory

Usual activities at Paradise Lodge are upset when Flora returns home with apparent amnesia, and just hours after a big argument and declaration of 'war' against Cissie, Dolly and Mildred. Is she putting it on?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason), Grandad (Lennard Pearce). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

A selection of 14 episodes from Britain's most popular sitcom.

Talking Pictures TV 12:05pm (repeat)
Every Day's A Holiday

Every Day's A Holiday

A repeat of this 1965 film.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 12:10pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Olive (Anna Karen). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 7, Episode 4 - The Poster

Luxton & District announces a staff competition to find the face of the perfect bus conductor for a new promotional advertising campaign. With a £100 prize for the chosen busman Stan is keen to win - and Blakey's keen to fire him!

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:20pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 2, Episode 25 - Chip Off The Old Block

The Farmer has taken up sculpting, but unintentionally drops a huge slab of stone on top of Timmy's teddy. Shaun and the flock must struggle and strain to lift the heavy block and retrieve the precious toy.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:30pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 2, Episode 26 - Pig Trouble

When Bitzer injures his foot and can't work, the Farmer chooses the pigs to take over his role. The power crazy pigs take the opportunity to turn the farm into a porky paradise - at the sheep's expense. Bitzer tries in vain to warn his master what is going on behind his back, but it's Shaun who steps in and restores the status quo.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 12:55pm (repeat)
Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Wussywat The Clumsy Cat

Episode 25 - Small

Wussywat is too small to see the top of the sunflower so he builds some stairs out of the flowerpots with help from Eli and her stilts!

London Live 1pm (repeat)
A Private Function. Image shows from L to R: Gilbert Chilvers (Michael Palin), Joyce Chilvers (Maggie Smith)

A Private Function

Satire about food rationing and social climbing, set amidst post-war austerity Britain.

U&Drama channel logo 1pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 9, Episode 4 - The Really Masculine Purse

Compo can't believe his luck when Seymour personally selects him to road-test a revolutionary new concept of a gentleman's purse and, what is more, there will actually be real money provided. For once Compo willingly agrees to help...

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 1:35pm (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 1, Episode 16 - Coming and Going

The Twirlywoos watch a man as he runs a bath. They want to leave their hiding place to investigate, but the man keeps on coming back! Back in the Boat there are more comings and goings when the Stop-Go Car comes to visit.

U&Drama channel logo 1:40pm (repeat)
Brush Strokes. Image shows from L to R: Jacko (Karl Howman), Lionel Bainbridge (Gary Waldhorn), Sandra (Jackie Lye), Eric (Mike Walling). Copyright: BBC

Brush Strokes

Series 1, Episode 6

Lesley's home from her Stateside getaway, but seems a little preoccupied. Meanwhile, after a spell in hospital, Jacko appears to have hit an "ice age".

U&Drama channel logo 2:20pm (repeat)
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph), Tracey Stubbs (Linda Robson). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

Series 6, Episode 1 - Not In My Back Yard

Sharon, Tracey and Dorien believe they will be living round the corner from royalty, when someone with children called Harry and William, and who is guarded by heavies moves into Chigwell.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 3pm (repeat)
Zig And Zag. Copyright: JAM Media

Zig And Zag

Episode 4 - Zollercoaster

Zig and Zag accidentally create the worlds scariest roller coaster, all for a 'high-speed mid-ride' photo!

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 3:40pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 19 - Amazon Rainforest, South America

Glitch wants a picnic so he stops the rain in the rainforest, upsetting the local tree frogs.

Talking Pictures TV 4pm (repeat)
Happy Go Lovely

Happy Go Lovely

A repeat of this 1951 film.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 4pm (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 9, Episode 7 - How To Succeed In Business Without Really Retiring

Long-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.

CITV 4pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 2, Episode 4 - Coconut Shy

Mr Bean hopes to win some cash prizes at the funfair, but it is not as easy as it seems!

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:20pm (repeat)
You're Only Young Twice. Image shows from L to R: Cissie Lupin (Pat Coombs), Flora Petty (Peggy Mount). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

You're Only Young Twice

Series 4, Episode 7 - The Home Perm

With extended family set to visit, Mrs. Petty sets out for a perm. But arguing with the hairdresser over Cissie's latest bill sees her banned from every salon in the village! Cissie, however, recalls the recent acquisition of a home perming kit...

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:30pm (repeat)
So Awkward. Image shows from L to R: Martha Fitzgerald (Sophia Dall'Aglio), Rob Edwards (Samuel Small), Jas Salford (Ameerah Falzon-Ojo), Lily Hampton (Cleo Demetriou), Ollie Coulton (Archie Lyndhurst). Copyright: Channel X North

So Awkward

Series 3, Episode 1 - The Two Mrs Hamptons

Lily realises she's turning out to be just like her mum: she's desperate to avoid her grades dropping now she's officially going out with Rob.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 4:50pm (repeat)
Carry On, Constable. Image shows from L to R: Sgt. Frank Wilkins (Sid James), Desk Sgt. Laura Moon (Hattie Jacques). Copyright: Peter Rogers Productions

Carry On, Constable

Classic comedy with Sid James making his debut. A group of novices are drafted in to cover at a police station that's been hit by flu.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:55pm (repeat)
On The Buses. Olive (Anna Karen). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 7, Episode 5 - The Football Match

The depot establishes a football team, and with the promise of £5 for each player should they win their upcoming match, Stan's keen to join - even with Blakey as trainer. But when the star player is injured, they face a much bigger challenge than imagined!

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5pm (repeat)
Gigglebiz. Justin Fletcher. Copyright: BBC

Gigglebiz

Series 3, Episode 25

Storybook Stan tries and fails to read a noisy story, location reporter Gail Force gets ready for a ramble, King Flannel battles Lady Chatalot for control of the lawn and zany scientist Professor Muddles tries to find out why water is wet.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5pm
30 min
So Awkward. Image shows from L to R: Martha Fitzgerald (Sophia Dall'Aglio), Rob Edwards (Samuel Small), Jas Salford (Ameerah Falzon-Ojo), Lily Hampton (Cleo Demetriou), Ollie Coulton (Archie Lyndhurst). Copyright: Channel X North

So Awkward

Series 3, Episode 2 - Ms Perfect

Mr Malone is jealous when new geography teacher Ms Parfitt arrives on the scene and all the pupils are excited about how brilliant she is.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:25pm (repeat)
Rising Damp. Rupert Rigsby (Leonard Rossiter). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

Rising Damp

Series 4, Episode 3 - Great Expectations

Rigsby is ecstatic to learn that he has inherited his Uncle George's fortune, but distressed at the clause that he must be happily married. Thankfully, Miss Jones is corruptable for a bit of shag pile carpet...

ITV Encore 5:50pm (repeat)
The Darling Buds Of May. Pop Larkin (David Jason)

The Darling Buds Of May

Comedy drama series about H.E. Bates's eccentric Larkin family.

U&Drama channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Brush Strokes. Image shows from L to R: Jacko (Karl Howman), Lionel Bainbridge (Gary Waldhorn), Sandra (Jackie Lye), Eric (Mike Walling). Copyright: BBC

Brush Strokes

Series 1, Episode 6

Lesley's home from her Stateside getaway, but seems a little preoccupied. Meanwhile, after a spell in hospital, Jacko appears to have hit an "ice age".

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6pm
15 min
Danger Mouse. Copyright: FremantleMedia

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 6 - Live And Let Cry

Having put the Danger Babies through their paces, Professor Squawkencluck leaves it to Danger Mouse to settle them down with a nice soothing story.

U&Drama channel logo 6:40pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 9, Episode 4 - The Really Masculine Purse

Compo can't believe his luck when Seymour personally selects him to road-test a revolutionary new concept of a gentleman's purse and, what is more, there will actually be real money provided. For once Compo willingly agrees to help...

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 6:45pm (repeat)
Scream Street

Scream Street

Series 1, Episode 37 - Goblin Gas

When Otto steals Scream Street's entire power supply, the kids attempt to harness an explosive form of alternative energy - goblin gas.

Talking Pictures TV 7:20pm (repeat)
Sailor Beware. Image shows from L to R: Carnoustie Bligh (Gordon Jackson), Emma Hornett (Peggy Mount), Albert Tufnell (Ronald Lewis). Copyright: Remus Films

Sailor Beware

1950s farce starring Peggy Mount as a formidable mother who scares her daughter's naval fiancé.

U&Drama channel logo 7:20pm (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Image shows from L to R: Audrey fforbes-Hamilton (Penelope Keith), Richard DeVere (Peter Bowles), Mrs. Polouvicka (Daphne Heard). Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Series 3, Episode 1

The local Scout group are busy raising funds for a new hut, but DeVere is reluctant to sponsor their raft-building scheme. However, he does have a picnic in mind.

London Live 7:30pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 6, Episode 11 - When The Cat's Away

A huge wedding takes place in Peckham, which means big business, but Desmond is away...

Vice channel logo. 8pm (repeat)
Bobby And Harriet Get Married. Image shows from L to R: Harriet (Harriet Kemsley), Bobby (Bobby Mair)

Bobby And Harriet Get Married

Episode 6 - Why Are We In The Hospital, Harriet?

The honeymoon appears to be over as Harriet reacts badly to a snap pea but almost nothing will get in the way of the couple's attempts to reach Santorini.

U&Dave channel logo 8pm
30 min
Eat Your Heart Out With Nick Helm. Nick Helm

Eat Your Heart Out With Nick Helm

Episode 5 - Berlin

Nick journeys to Berlin to reinvent himself with help from Gemma Whelan.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 8pm
60 min
Duck Quacks Don't Echo. Image shows from L to R: Rob Brydon, Lee Mack, Emma Bunton, Carol Vorderman. Copyright: Magnum Media

Duck Quacks Don't Echo

Series 6, Episode 2

Rob Brydon, Emma Bunton and Carol Vorderman join funnyman Lee Mack to challenge more improbable facts. Using whatever wacky means possible, they'll be testing whether parents can tell if their kids are lying, whether you can control someone's hand with your brain and if just one spoonful of olive oil can calm an entire lake.

U&Dave channel logo 8:30pm
30 min
Eat Your Heart Out With Nick Helm. Nick Helm

Eat Your Heart Out With Nick Helm

Episode 6 - St. Albans

Nick returns to his family home town of St Albans for waffles with bacon, followed by a visit to his parents' house for his mum's prawn lasagne and a shoulder to cry on.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:30pm (repeat)
So Awkward. Image shows from L to R: Martha Fitzgerald (Sophia Dall'Aglio), Rob Edwards (Samuel Small), Jas Salford (Ameerah Falzon-Ojo), Lily Hampton (Cleo Demetriou), Ollie Coulton (Archie Lyndhurst). Copyright: Channel X North

So Awkward

Series 3, Episode 2 - Ms Perfect

Mr Malone is jealous when new geography teacher Ms Parfitt arrives on the scene and all the pupils are excited about how brilliant she is.

U&Yesterday channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Fawlty Towers. Image shows from L to R: Sybil Fawlty (Prunella Scales), Basil Fawlty (John Cleese). Copyright: BBC

Fawlty Towers

Series 1, Episode 3 - The Wedding Party

A 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.

Comedy Central Extra 9pm
60 min version (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Topical stand-up comedy and chat show hosted by Russell Howard.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (repeat)
John Bishop In Conversation With.... Jo Brand. Copyright: Lola Entertainment

John Bishop In Conversation With...

Series 1, Episode 8 - Jo Brand

John is joined by one of his favourite comedians, Jo Brand, who shares tales of her life and career.

U&W channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 10, Episode 1

Russell looks at the NHS, Peppa Pig and the connection between gay sex and a bagel.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Lee (Lee Mack), Daisy (Katy Wix). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 6, Episode 7 - Magic

When Lucy's god-daughter is suddenly dumped on her twenty-four hours before the girl's birthday party, it is left up to Lee to decide on an appropriate entertainment for fourteen nine-year olds.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. James Corden. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 11, Highlights Special - Best Bits

James Corden reflects on the funniest moments, the wackiest challenges and the best gags of Series 11 in a special highlights episode of the hit comedy and entertainment show.

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Lee (Lee Mack), Daisy (Katy Wix). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 6, Episode 8 - Boat

Lee's father, Frank, buys himself a boat after a big win on the horses and invites Lee down for a long weekend with Lucy and Daisy. Despite the fact that Lucy is terrified of water, Lee persuades her to come along in the hope that he can manipulate her into sharing a double bed.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
Goodnight Sweetheart. Image shows from L to R: Yvonne Sparrow (Emma Amos), Gary Sparrow (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Phoebe Sparrow (Elizabeth Carling). Copyright: Alomo Productions / BBC

Goodnight Sweetheart

Series 3, Special - Between The Devil And The Deep Blue Sea

The route that Gary uses to get back to 1941 has become a row of shops.

Comedy Central 11pm (repeat)
Stand Up Central. Russell Howard

Stand Up Central

Series 1, Episode 1

Russell Howard talks about running a marathon, a male massage, and answers questions about time travel, feminism, and Transformers. His guests are Nish Kumar and Sara Pascoe.

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Jimmy Carr. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 13 (Channel 4: Series 14), Episode 3

In this show, captain Jon Richardson and Jason Manford take on guest captain Alan Carr and Katherine Ryan. Ivan Brackenbury joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Rachel Riley takes care of the letters and numbers.

U&Yesterday channel logo 11:10pm (repeat)
Fawlty Towers. Image shows from L to R: Sybil Fawlty (Prunella Scales), Basil Fawlty (John Cleese). Copyright: BBC

Fawlty Towers

Series 1, Episode 4 - The Hotel Inspectors

When friends tip off the Fawltys that there are a group of hotel inspectors in town, Basil sets out to be as nice and amenable towards the guests as possible. However, one particularly demanding visitor pushes him over the edge...

U&Drama channel logo 11:20pm (repeat)
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph), Tracey Stubbs (Linda Robson). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

Series 6, Episode 1 - Not In My Back Yard

Sharon, Tracey and Dorien believe they will be living round the corner from royalty, when someone with children called Harry and William, and who is guarded by heavies moves into Chigwell.

U&Dave channel logo 11:20pm (repeat)
QI Titles. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series C, Episode 3 - Common Knowledge

With Rory McGrath, Jimmy Carr and Sean Lock.

Comedy Central 11:30pm (repeat)
Stand Up Central. Russell Howard

Stand Up Central

Series 1, Episode 2

Russell talks about the ridiculousness of homophobia, answers a question on bullying, and sniffs the audience. His guests are Rob Delaney and Tiff Stevenson.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40pm (repeat)
Goodnight Sweetheart. Image shows from L to R: Yvonne Sparrow (Emma Amos), Gary Sparrow (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Phoebe Sparrow (Elizabeth Carling). Copyright: Alomo Productions / BBC

Goodnight Sweetheart

Series 3, Episode 2 - It Ain't Necessarily So

In the run-up to New Year's Eve, Gary worries about finding a way to see in the New Year with both Phoebe and Yvonne. Then Mrs Bloss threatens to chuck him out of his bedsit.

Sky Arts logo. Copyright: Sky 11:45pm (repeat)
Monty Python's Personal Best. Image shows from L to R: John Cleese, Neil Innes, Michael Palin, Eric Idle

Monty Python's Personal Best

Episode 5 - Michael Palin

Michael Palin selects his favourite Python clips, including the fish-slapping dance he performed with John Cleese.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky Midnight (repeat)
Duck Quacks Don't Echo. Image shows from L to R: Rob Brydon, Lee Mack, Emma Bunton, Carol Vorderman. Copyright: Magnum Media

Duck Quacks Don't Echo

Series 6, Episode 2

Rob Brydon, Emma Bunton and Carol Vorderman join funnyman Lee Mack to challenge more improbable facts. Using whatever wacky means possible, they'll be testing whether parents can tell if their kids are lying, whether you can control someone's hand with your brain and if just one spoonful of olive oil can calm an entire lake.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 5, Episode 4

David Mitchell is joined by Gregg Wallace and Nigel Havers, and Lee Mack is joined by Charlie Brooker and Nina Wadia.

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

A League Of Their Own

Series 7, Episode 2

Three members of One Direction and Radio 1 DJ Sara Cox are the guests joining James Corden, Jamie Redknapp, Freddie Flintoff and Jack Whitehall.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:10am
50 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 12, Episode 5

Jimmy, Sean and Jon thrash out the hot stories of the week with guests Vernon Kay, Tim Minchin, Joe Wilkinson and Rachel Riley.

U&W channel logo 12:20am (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 10, Episode 1

Russell looks at the NHS, Peppa Pig and the connection between gay sex and a bagel.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20am (repeat)
A Sharp Intake Of Breath. Peter Barnes (David Jason). Copyright: Associated Television

A Sharp Intake Of Breath

Series 2, Episode 2 - Your Very Good Health

Peter's hospitalised after a small accident in the garden damages his ankle. His doctor's nice enough, but the matron...!

U&Dave channel logo 12:40am (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Andy Parsons, Dara O Briain, Hugh Dennis. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 13, Episode 10

Dara O Briain and the team scale another week's news mountain and plant their satirical flag at the top. With guests James Acaster, Ed Byrne, Sara Pascoe and Josh Widdicombe.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:55am (repeat)
The Piglet Files. Image shows from L to R: Andrew Maxwell (John Ringham), Peter 'Piglet' Chapman (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Major Maurice Drummond (Clive Francis). Copyright: London Weekend Television

The Piglet Files

Series 2, Episode 2 - Red Spy At Night

Drummond is more than a little surprised when an agent, buried 12 years ago, rings his front door bell at 11pm with a list of KGB informants and spies. However, he's delighted to find Maxwell's name on the list, and puts Piglet and Dexter on the case immediately. Could it possibly be true?

U&Dave channel logo 1:20am (repeat)
QI Titles. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series D, Episode 9 - Doves

With Andy Hamilton, David Mitchell and John Sessions.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 1:25am (repeat)
Viral Tap. Image shows from L to R: Matt Richardson, Caroline Flack, Carly Smallman. Copyright: Yalli Productions / Vision Independent Productions

Viral Tap

Episode 6

On the show this eweek, Caroline, Matt and Carly are joined by Rick Edwards and Millie Mackintosh.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:30am (repeat)
Butterflies. Image shows from L to R: Ben Parkinson (Geoffrey Palmer), Ria Parkinson (Wendy Craig)

Butterflies

Sitcom following dissatisfied housewife Ria Parkinson as she considers embarking on an exciting romantic affair with successful businessman Leonard.

Talking Pictures TV 1:50am (repeat)
The Time Of His Life

The Time Of His Life

A repeat of this 1955 film.

U&Dave channel logo 2am (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 5, Episode 4

David Mitchell is joined by Gregg Wallace and Nigel Havers, and Lee Mack is joined by Charlie Brooker and Nina Wadia.

London Live 2:05am (repeat)
The Sex Thief. Image shows left to right: Grant Henry (David Warbeck), Angie (Gloria Walker)

The Sex Thief

Riotous early 70s sex comedy in which an audacious cat burglar steals more than his female victims' jewellery.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 2:05am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 9, Episode 7 - How To Succeed In Business Without Really Retiring

Long-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:10am (repeat)
Big School. Image shows from L to R: Ms Baron (Frances de la Tour), Miss Postern (Catherine Tate), Mr Church (David Walliams), Mr Gunn (Philip Glenister). Copyright: BBC / King Bert Productions

Big School

Series 2, Episode 4

When Ofsted arrive to conduct an impromptu inspection, Greybridge School is thrown into even more chaos than usual.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:45am (repeat)
Big School. Image shows from L to R: Ms Baron (Frances de la Tour), Miss Postern (Catherine Tate), Mr Church (David Walliams), Mr Gunn (Philip Glenister). Copyright: BBC / King Bert Productions

Big School

Series 2, Episode 5

Death comes to Greybridge School when a popular member of staff goes to meet his maker.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20am (repeat)
The Thin Blue Line. Image shows from L to R: D.I. Grim (David Haig), P.C. Habib (Mina Anwar), Inspector Fowler (Rowan Atkinson), P.C. Goody (James Dreyfus), D.C. Boyle (Mark Addy), Sergeant Dawkins (Serena Evans), P.C. Gladstone (Rudolph Walker). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Thin Blue Line

Series 2, Episode 1 - Court In The Act

Fowler is pleased to get his name mentioned in the local paper following the successful raid by CID on the home of drugs dealer Harry the Spike. Harry has a good defence counsel however and Fowler is nervous of meeting him.

London Live 4am (repeat)
The Adam And Joe Show. Image shows from L to R: Joe Cornish, Adam Buxton. Copyright: World Of Wonder

The Adam And Joe Show

Series 4, Episode 3

People Place comes from a service station, The 1980s House dabbles in moonwalking and gender-bending, and the toys show the fluffier side of Fight Club.

London Live 4:30am (repeat)
The Adam And Joe Show. Image shows from L to R: Joe Cornish, Adam Buxton. Copyright: World Of Wonder

The Adam And Joe Show

Series 4, Special - Shock TV Special

Includes a spoof of Eurotrash, The Urban Chaos Collective attempting to make a black comedy in the style of Chris Morris's Jam, and the toys present their own Late Review.

Vice channel logo. 4:40am (repeat)
Bobby And Harriet Get Married. Image shows from L to R: Harriet (Harriet Kemsley), Bobby (Bobby Mair)

Bobby And Harriet Get Married

Episode 6 - Why Are We In The Hospital, Harriet?

The honeymoon appears to be over as Harriet reacts badly to a snap pea but almost nothing will get in the way of the couple's attempts to reach Santorini.

ITV Encore 4:40am (repeat)
The Darling Buds Of May. Pop Larkin (David Jason)

The Darling Buds Of May

Comedy drama series about H.E. Bates's eccentric Larkin family.

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