Television
TV schedule Wednesday 18th October 2017
6:35am
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Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 8 - CleaningThe Twirlywoos watch a window cleaner and get the idea to do some cleaning of their own. Meanwhile, Peekaboo's spring cleaning is interrupted by the Stop-Go Car, who leaves muddy tyre tracks all over the Boat!
7:10am
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Yes Minister
Series 2, Episode 1 - The Compassionate SocietyA political opportunity arises when Jim discovers a brand new hospital has yet to employ a single member of medical staff, or admit a single patient. He's determined to see the facility in use, or close it. Humphrey, however, has other ideas.
7:10am
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Zig And Zag
Episode 23 - Eau De AlienZig and Zag think the way to fame is through your own celebrity scent. However, Eau de Alien has a little too much animal attraction.
7:25am
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Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 35 - Send In The ClonesDanger Mouse and Penfold come up against themselves as Quark creates cheap copies of our heroes in his latest money-making scheme.
7:45am
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To The Manor Born
Series 2, Episode 1Richard has a new farm manager on the estate assessing Grantleigh farm's efficiency. When he suggests that, following Brabinger's accident, Ned should take over the role for a few weeks, suspicions are raised.
8am
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Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 7 - The Statue of Liberty, USAGrandmaster Glitch makes the Statue of Liberty fall right into the path of a passing ferry. Go Jetters, Go!
8:20am
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Goodnight Sweetheart
Series 6, Episode 4 - Grief EncounterPhoebe loses patience when Gary backs out of the limelight. Does she have more than a brief encounter on her mind? Meanwhile, tensions in LA over Yvonne's American operations rise exponentially.
8:20am
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Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
8:25am
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Justin's House
Series 4, Episode 13 - Lights! Camera! Action!Justin has spent days watching his entire film collection and now wants to make his own serious action film.
9am
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My Hero
Series 3, Episode 8 - Mine's A DoubleGeorge has to attend a Super-Heroics Conference which means leaving Janet at home alone, minding the baby. In their wisdom, the Ultron Council provides a "George clone" with the unlikely name of Hilary to keep Janet company. But while Hilary looks just like the real thing, his character couldn't be more different...
9:20am
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Open All Hours
Series 4, Episode 1 - Soulmate WeekendGranville is desperate for female company, so he decides to resort to advertising. He ends up getting more than he bargained for.
9:30am
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Twirlywoos
Series 3, Episode 25 - More About SoftThe Twirlywoos are stroking a lady's soft, fluffy hat. Toodloo runs off underneath the hat and Great BigHoo, Chickedy and Chick chase after it. A lady walking her dog strokes the hat, a man eating his sandwiches accidentally tries to eat it and a bald man enjoys wearing it.
9:40am
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Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the first series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
9:55am
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4 O'Clock Club
Series 4, Episode 8 - NetballNero and the gang find themselves playing netball against a team of girls.
10am
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Blackadder
Blackadder II, Episode 2 - HeadBlackadder is 'promoted' to the role of Lord High Executioner. Not best pleased with his new appointment, Edmund sets about bringing some executions forward in order to maximise his leisure time...
10:40am
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Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em
Series 2, Episode 6 - The Baby ArrivesThe Spencer's baby daughter, Jessica, is born.
10:50am
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The Dog Ate My Homework
Series 4, Episode 8Iain Stirling is joined by child team captains Poppy and Ben and special guests Katie Thistleton, Stu Goldsmith, Ivo Graham and Suzi Ruffell, who battle it out in a series of rounds and challenges.
11:30am
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Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
11:40am
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Goodnight Sweetheart
Series 6, Episode 4 - Grief EncounterPhoebe loses patience when Gary backs out of the limelight. Does she have more than a brief encounter on her mind? Meanwhile, tensions in LA over Yvonne's American operations rise exponentially.
12pm
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Mapp & Lucia
TV series based on the 1930s books by EF Benson. Prunella Scales and Geraldine McEwan star.
12:15pm
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Shaun The Sheep
Series 4, Episode 25 - Hidden TalentsIt's a quiet day and the flock decide to entertain each other by performing their favourite party tricks. However, when the Farmer tries to join in, things get a little awkward.
12:20pm
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Episode 2Hyacinth is thrilled when the wealthy Mrs Fortescue asks them for a lift into town. But events don't go quite as Hyacinth would have wished, and she ends up on the back of a lorry whilst Mrs Fortescue is in the pub!
12:25pm
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Shaun The Sheep
Series 4, Episode 26 - Picture PerfectBitzer has completed all his chores and is at a bit of a loss. He's delighted when he discovers the barn needs a good tidy-up. Until he comes across a wonky picture that just won't hang straight.
12:55pm
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Wussywat The Clumsy Cat
Episode 4 - CatchIrd needs Wussywat's help to collect the apples, but he keeps dropping them. Jinja comes by with his crabbing net and Wussywat discovers his own special way of catching!
12:55pm
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Strange Hill High
Series 1, Episode 8 - Health & SafetyForced to watch a grotty old 1970s health and safety film during the school's annual 'Safety Week', Mitchell, Becky and Templeton find themselves trapped inside the movie!
1pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 12, Episode 8 - The Last Surviving Maurice Chevalier ImpressionCompo realises that he must become a celebrity if he is going to impress Nora Batty.
1pm
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Open All Hours
Series 2, Episode 3 - Fig Biscuits And Inspirational Toilet RollsArkwright's marketing genius comes to the fore as he tries to shift some over-stocked items.
1:15pm
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4 O'Clock Club
Series 4, Episode 8 - NetballNero and the gang find themselves playing netball against a team of girls.
1:35pm
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Twirlywoos
Series 3, Episode 25 - More About SoftThe Twirlywoos are stroking a lady's soft, fluffy hat. Toodloo runs off underneath the hat and Great BigHoo, Chickedy and Chick chase after it. A lady walking her dog strokes the hat, a man eating his sandwiches accidentally tries to eat it and a bald man enjoys wearing it.
1:40pm
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1:40pm
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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.
1:45pm
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The Dog Ate My Homework
Series 4, Episode 8Iain Stirling is joined by child team captains Poppy and Ben and special guests Katie Thistleton, Stu Goldsmith, Ivo Graham and Suzi Ruffell, who battle it out in a series of rounds and challenges.
2:20pm
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 9, Episode 1 - GhostTracey's video recorder becomes possessed, so she moves in with Dorien.
2:20pm
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The Good Life
Series 4, Episode 1 - Away From It AllThe Goods leave Jerry and Margo in charge of the house for a weekend in order to unwind. However they are so worried that the Leadbetters will not be able to cope that they can not relax at all.
2:25pm
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Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
3pm
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Goodnight Sweetheart
Series 6, Episode 4 - Grief EncounterPhoebe loses patience when Gary backs out of the limelight. Does she have more than a brief encounter on her mind? Meanwhile, tensions in LA over Yvonne's American operations rise exponentially.
3:15pm
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Zig And Zag
Episode 7 - FanzillasZig and Zag become football superfans. They learn that it is all about the winning and not just the taking part as they cost Burbia United the cup.
3:40pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the first series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
4pm
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All Over The Town
Comedy drama about a small seaside town and its local newspaper in the aftermath of World War II.
5pm
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Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 8 - Venice, ItalyGrandmaster Glitch demands the Grimbots find somewhere with no cars so he can practice riding his bike without stabilisers.
5:40pm
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Episode 2Hyacinth is thrilled when the wealthy Mrs Fortescue asks them for a lift into town. But events don't go quite as Hyacinth would have wished, and she ends up on the back of a lorry whilst Mrs Fortescue is in the pub!
6pm
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The Boy Who Stole A Million
Comedy about a boy who 'borrows' a million from the bank he works at, and is soon chased by both the bank and mobsters.
6pm
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6pm
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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.
6:20pm
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The Good Life
Series 4, Episode 1 - Away From It AllThe Goods leave Jerry and Margo in charge of the house for a weekend in order to unwind. However they are so worried that the Leadbetters will not be able to cope that they can not relax at all.
6:35pm
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Zig And Zag
Episode 18 - ZagracadabraZig and Zag believe that they are street magicians and attempt a trick so dangerous that the Secret Agents are forced to help them out.
6:40pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 12, Episode 8 - The Last Surviving Maurice Chevalier ImpressionCompo realises that he must become a celebrity if he is going to impress Nora Batty.
6:50pm
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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?
7pm
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My Family
Series 2, Episode 8 - Age Of RomanceNick gets an older girlfriend called Amanda who is not only married but old enough to be his mother!
7pm
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Horrible Histories
Series 5, Episode 8The surprising identity of Britain's top-scoring footballer is revealed, things get ridiculous on Germany's version of Historical Who Wants To Be A Millionaire, a Celtic farmer isn't terribly keen on plans for Hadrian's Wall, and the brainy pioneers of transportation sing about their inventions.
7:20pm
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As Time Goes By
Series 4, Episode 8 - Wedding Day NervesWhile Lionel suffers an attack of the wedding day wobbles, bride-to-be Jean does her utmost to remain calm in spite of her sister-in-law's efforts.
7:40pm
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Gavin & Stacey
Series 3, Episode 2Stacey is looking for a new job while insuring Gavin sticks to his recent promise.
8pm30 min
Your Face Or Mine
Series 2, Episode 3Dion and Travis are forced to judge all kinds of faces for the chance to win thousands of pounds.
8pm30 min
Bad Move
Series 1, Episode 5 - Day TripNicky and Steve are missing the hustle and bustle of the city. They fantasise about all the exciting things they could be getting up to if they still lived in Leeds.
8:20pm
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Blackadder
Blackadder II, Episode 1 - BellsLord Blackadder is deeply disturbed when he finds himself falling in love with his new manservant, Bob. A surprise relaxes his fears and they agree to marry, but could a visiting guest come between the happy couple?
8:25pm
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Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 51 - Treasure!In a dark and cobwebby corner of his attic, Mr Bean finds a treasure map. But tricky clues lead Bean up the chimney, round the bend, down the garden path, up the blinking wall and nearly all the way to Australia!
8:40pm
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Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 52 - HomelessAfter a regrettable episode involving his landlady sleepwalking into his room, Mr Bean suddenly finds himself out on his ear with nowhere to live. Near to tears, he yearns for the cosy familiarity of his old home. But a scarecrow and a pair of false teeth come to his rescue.
9pm
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The Royle Family
Series 1, Episode 5Dave and Denise arrive home late, arguing loudly and threatening to call off the wedding - now just a week away. Soon the whole family are up and smoothing over the cracks of the evening.
9pm60 min
Taskmaster
Series 5, Episode 6 - Spoony NeesonTaskmaster Greg Davies's little assistant Alex Horne decides it's time for a style makeover, but will it meet with his boss's approval? Meanwhile, with just three shows left, the five comics continue their quest to win a golden likeness of Greg's imperial skull. Bob Mortimer champions sausage meat, Sally Phillips returns to the womb and Greg has a heart to heart with Nish Kumar.
9pm60 min
Doc Martin
Series 8, Episode 5 - From The Mouths Of BabesJames is teething and nothing seems to be working, so Martin and Louisa try Mel's suggestion of amber beads. Mrs Tishell seems to be having a delayed onset of mourning. Al receives a Large whisky order, but when he tries to put the still together he has to ask Bert for help. Louisa has problems at school with Toby, who is Angela Sim's nephew.
9pm60 min
Stella
Series 6, Episode 6Stella's graduation day arrives. But despite three years of hard graft, she's not in the mood to celebrate.
9:40pm
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The League Of Gentlemen
Series 2, Episode 1 - Destination: Royston VaseyAn unusual circus comes to Royston Vasey, and Pauline faces up to life on the dole.
10pm
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Open All Hours
Series 4, Episode 2 - Horse-tradingArkwright thinks he's done great business when he offloads some genuine Yorkshire clothes horses on a local Asian shopkeeper...
10pm
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Fonejacker
Series 1, Episode 3The Mouse calls pest control to enquire about the possibility of exterminating humans and the Indian Call Centre employee has some free ring dings to giveaway.
10pm30 min
Stand Up Central
Series 3, Episode 4Chris Ramsey performs live stand-up, and introduces two guests. Tonight he's joined by the youthful Tom Lucy and fiercely intelligent Nish Kumar.
10pm
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Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish
Series 3, Episode 3 - Ova Is Latin. For EggsThe laptop-loving king of irreverence is once again tackling life's burning issues, from the shyness of elks to the evolution of the Honey Monster.
10:20pm60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo
Series 12, Episode 4 - Adam Hills, Jamali Maddix, Michelle WolfAustralian comedy star and host of Channel 4's The Last Leg, Adam Hills hosts as he introduces US comic Michelle Wolf and sharp-witted Jamali Maddix to the stage.
10:30pm
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Bad Education
Series 1, Episode 4 - School TripBanned from organising his own trip after a disastrous previous outing, Alfie's class are sent on Miss Gulliver's field trip to a combined petting zoo and ink museum.
10:40pm
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Blackadder
Blackadder II, Episode 3 - PotatoWhen Sir Walter Raleigh returns to England's fair shore bringing luxuries such as the potato, the Queen falls in love with the explorers' dream. Edmund merely falls in love with the idea of fame, and of getting one over on the smug git, and so charters his own ship...
11pm
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11pm60 min version (repeat)
11:05pm
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Joel & Nish Vs The World
Series 1, Episode 5Joel Dommett and Nish Kumar are in Brazil where, under Nish's watchful eye, Joel will train with the 'Xavante' and take part in a punishing relay race like no other.
11:20pm
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11:20pm
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 9, Episode 1 - GhostTracey's video recorder becomes possessed, so she moves in with Dorien.
11:20pm
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Gavin & Stacey
Series 3, Episode 2Stacey is looking for a new job while insuring Gavin sticks to his recent promise.
11:25pm
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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 13 (Channel 4: Series 14), Episode 4In this show, captain Sean Lock and Vic Reeves take on captain Jon Richardson and Sara Pascoe. David O'Doherty joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Rachel Riley takes care of the letters and numbers.
11:30pm
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Bad Robots
Series 1, Episode 2The machines have had enough. No longer will they stand for being bashed about, kicked around and taken for granted. The Bad Robots are out for revenge...
Midnight
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Blackadder
Blackadder II, Episode 1 - BellsLord Blackadder is deeply disturbed when he finds himself falling in love with his new manservant, Bob. A surprise relaxes his fears and they agree to marry, but could a visiting guest come between the happy couple?
Midnight60 min version (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News
Topical stand-up comedy and chat show hosted by Russell Howard.
Midnight
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Would I Lie To You?
Series 9, Episode 4This week the guests joining Lee Mack and David Mitchell are Alan Davies, Richard Osman, Professor Germaine Greer and Jermaine Jenas.
12:05am
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A League Of Their Own
US Road Trip 2.0, Episode 4The stakes are high in the final leg of the boys' US adventure as they take on three last make-or-break challenges that will determine who'll be humiliating themselves at New York's number one drag club.
12:30am
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Timewasters
Series 1, Episode 3Nick decides to get to know Victoria's long-suffering butler a little better.
12:40am60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo
Series 12, Episode 4 - Adam Hills, Jamali Maddix, Michelle WolfAustralian comedy star and host of Channel 4's The Last Leg, Adam Hills hosts as he introduces US comic Michelle Wolf and sharp-witted Jamali Maddix to the stage.
12:40am
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Mock The Week
Series 12, Episode 6Dara O Briain and the team find the comedy in the week's news with the help of guests Rob Beckett, Ed Byrne and Chris Ramsey.
1am
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Stella
Series 6, Episode 6Stella's graduation day arrives. But despite three years of hard graft, she's not in the mood to celebrate.
1:35am
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White Cargo
A repeat of this 1973 film.
1:40am
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Knowing Me, Knowing You... With Alan Partridge
Alan Partridge is an insincere and skill-less chat show host. Partridge frequently demonstrated his insecurities and total lack of knowledge about his guests' lives during each broadcast.
2am
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No Place Like Home
A selection of episodes from the fifth series.
2:15am
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Bob Monkhouse On The Spot
Series 1, Episode 4Bob Monkhouse faces his audience in a uniquely frank and comic question-and-answer session.
2:20am
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Taskmaster
Series 5, Episode 6 - Spoony NeesonTaskmaster Greg Davies's little assistant Alex Horne decides it's time for a style makeover, but will it meet with his boss's approval? Meanwhile, with just three shows left, the five comics continue their quest to win a golden likeness of Greg's imperial skull. Bob Mortimer champions sausage meat, Sally Phillips returns to the womb and Greg has a heart to heart with Nish Kumar.
2:45am
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Harry Hill's TV Burp
Series 10, Highlights Special - The Best Of TV Burp 16Strap in for another rollicking, rip-roaring ride through past episodes, as your favourite big-collared telly critic presents more of the funniest moments from previous series.
3am
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The Alternative Comedy Experience
Series 1, Episode 5 - Rice PuddingCharged comedy from Phil Nichol contrasted by the gentle David Kay, political satirist Andy Zaltzman, and funnyman Alun Cochrane. Backstage interviews by Stewart Lee.
3:10am
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The League Of Gentlemen
Series 2, Episode 1 - Destination: Royston VaseyAn unusual circus comes to Royston Vasey, and Pauline faces up to life on the dole.
3:10am
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8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 18, Episode 4In their quest to uncover the nation's most popular talking points, Jon and Sean are joined by guests Paul Hollywood, Gabby Logan, Joe Wilkinson and Aisling Bea.
3:20am
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Harry Hill's TV Burp
Series 9, Highlights Special - The Best Of TV Burp 9Harry Hill presents more of the best bits from previous series.
3:25am
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The Alternative Comedy Experience
Series 1, Episode 6 - Danger ComediansTonight's show includes surreal stand-up Tony Law, idiosyncratic comedian Eleanor Tiernan, satirist Andy Zaltzman, German Henning Wehn and backstage chats with Stewart Lee.
4am
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Bo' Selecta!
Sketch comedy series starring Leigh Francis as Avid Merrion, Transylvania's biggest celebrity fan.
4:30am
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Bo' Selecta!
Sketch comedy series starring Leigh Francis as Avid Merrion, Transylvania's biggest celebrity fan.