Television
TV schedule Saturday 20th January 2018
6am
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Sooty
Series 2, Episode 13 - Balancing ActWhen 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?
6:10am
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Bottom Knocker Street
Episode 23 - Beware The TachetariansIt all gets a bit hairy when moustache-shaped aliens start attaching themselves to the townsfolk.
7:10am
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Yes, Prime Minister
Series 2, Episode 6 - The Patron Of The ArtsJim's stuck in a tricky corner when he realises that he is due to attend an important arts sector dinner event as guest of honour, just days after a timetabled announcement of a less than generous increase in arts funding. Simon Monk, head of the National Theatre, is particularly unforgiving of the low increase.
7:10am
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Shaun The Sheep
Series 2, Episode 31 - The MagpieA magpie has nested in the big tree and is causing chaos by stealing everything around the farm. The magpie's nest soon begins to fill up with loot and Shaun has to come up with a brilliant plan to outwit the burgling bird.
7:20am
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The Zoo
Series 1, Episode 5 - The Humany PenguinAfter being hand-reared Yoyo the penguin is confused - he thinks he's a human.
7:30am
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Class Dismissed
Series 3, Episode 8 - Fix The RoofThere's a leak in the roof above Hilary Head's office so she forces the whole school to get involved in raising money to fix it. Mr Christopher releases a charity single and Mark chooses to do a sponsored silence but finds it harder than expected when Billy embarrasses him in front of Marcella.
7:40am
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Boj
Episode 10 - Bouncing BojMr Cloppity is picking apples in the orchard, but when he gets stuck up high in his cherry picker, Boj improvises with Mr Nibblit's exercise trampoline to get him down - and inspires all his buddies to use their springiest toys to get bouncing for apples in time to his bojey-bouncing beat.
7:45am
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Yes, Prime Minister
Series 1, Episode 3 - The Smoke ScreenJim finds himself frustrated, as ever, by the conflicting demands of his colleagues, the Civil Service, and interest groups. This time the health of the nation is as stake as the Minister for Health puts forward anti-smoking proposals, whilst Jim is already struggling with the Treasury to find tax cuts.
8am
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Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 13 - Central Park, New YorkAs Xuli, Lars and Foz enjoy the view from the Statue of Liberty, they spot a blanket of smog covering the New York skyline.
8:10am
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Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 14 - Bullet Train, JapanIn Japan, Grandmaster Glitch is at a railway station, wondering where his grimbots have gone. Some excited bleeps further down the platform reveal that they've jumped into the driver's cabin of a bullet train and are happily pressing all the buttons!
8:20am
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The Two Ronnies
Series 4, Episode 4Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.
9:10am
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The Two Ronnies
Series 6, Episode 3Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.
9:25am
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Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the third series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
10am
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The Dog Ate My Homework
Series 5, Episode 3Iain Stirling is joined by child team captains Joseph and Aqos and special guests Sam Nixon, Mark Rhodes, Charlie Baker and Yuriko Kotani, who battle it out in a series of rounds and challenges.
10:05am
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Goodnight Sweetheart
Series 6, Episode 1 - Mine's A DoubleA stormy night in the 1940s has a striking effect on Gary's journey back to the present day, leaving him a completely different person in more ways than one. Yvonne is pleasantly surprised with the transformation, but Phoebe sees a side to Gary she was not aware of, and is not impressed.
10:10am
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The Final Test
Cricket comedy.
10:40am
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Only Fools And Horses
A selection of episodes from the third series of Britain's most popular sitcom.
11:20am
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Horrible Histories
Series 3, Episode 3A confused First World War soldier experiences his first day in the trenches, David Baddiel reveals another not-so Scary Story as Vincenzo Larfoff, and more.
11:50am
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Strange Hill High
Series 2, Episode 5 - Big Templeton Is Watching You!A new school security system is installed - and the cameras seem to record what happens in the future. When Templeton becomes security monitor and goes mad with this incredible, all-seeing power, the very existence of Strange Hill is threatened.
12:20pm
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Millie Inbetween
Series 4, Episode 3 - Room For A LionConfident cousin Leo moves into Craig's old room. Lauren tries to bring him down and Millie tries to rescue him. Flora excels at Jake's game.
12:45pm
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Millie Inbetween
Series 4, Episode 4 - Lauren DeletedLauren's social media is dangerously out of hand. With Millie's help she deletes herself, but craves what she's missing, until she finds photography. Jake tries to help another dancer.
1:15pm
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St Trinian's 2: The Legend Of Fritton's Gold
The girls of St Trinian's are back - and this time they're racing a secretive, corrupt organisation to discover pirate treasure.
2pm
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The Punch And Judy Man
Comedy starring Tony Hancock as a seaside entertainer in one of Britain's lesser coastal towns.
2:40pm
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Open All Hours
Series 2, Episode 4 - The New SuitArkwright has to buy a new suit - on Nurse Gladys Emmanuel's say so.
2:45pm
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Little Roy
Series 2, Episode 3 - Genie RoyRoy becomes a genie in a teapot at the local fair. Roy, Becky and Tristan sell wares for Mrs Barker, but mean stallholder Stacy loses them a sale. Will their trick help them beat Stacy or will they learn that working together is the best policy?
3:20pm
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 3, Episode 7 - Who's A Pretty Boy?Denzil is nervous about letting the Trotters decorate his flat because, if they do it wrong, he has to face the wrath of his wife, Corinne. She still hasn't forgiven Del for messing up the catering at her wedding but, as long as they heed her warning to stay out of the kitchen, nothing can go wrong...
3:50pm
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Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 13 - Central Park, New YorkAs Xuli, Lars and Foz enjoy the view from the Statue of Liberty, they spot a blanket of smog covering the New York skyline.
4pm
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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.
4pm
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The Chain
A repeat of this 1984 film.
4pm
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Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 14 - Bullet Train, JapanIn Japan, Grandmaster Glitch is at a railway station, wondering where his grimbots have gone. Some excited bleeps further down the platform reveal that they've jumped into the driver's cabin of a bullet train and are happily pressing all the buttons!
5pm
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Keeping Up Appearances
A selection of episodes from the fourth and fifth series of the sitcom about snobbish social climber Hyacinth Bucket (pronounced "Bouquet").
5:20pm
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Only Fools And Horses
A selection of four episodes from Britain's most popular sitcom.
6pm
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Harry Hill's Tea Time
Series 2, Episode 3 - Jessie WallaceThere's more crazy cooking on the cards as full-time comedian (and part-time chef) Harry Hill welcomes EastEnders star Jessie Wallace to his chaotic kitchen. Look out for a La La Land tribute, weird recipes and hilarious clips as Harry puts his spin on all things foodie.
6:50pm
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Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the third series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
7pm
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7pm60 min
Greatest Celebrity Wind-Ups Ever!
Series 1, Episode 4This episode's highlights include Olly Murs pranking Caroline Flack with a terrifying driverless car journey.
8:20pm
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 3, Episode 3 - Friday The 14thDel's weekend fishing trip to Boycie's country cottage strangely coincides with a local restaurant owner's need for cheap fish. On the journey they are stopped by the police who inform them of an escaped killer who is believed to be in the vicinity. They arrive at the empty cottage with a sense of foreboding...
9pm
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Citizen Khan
A selection of episodes from the third series of the Adil Ray sitcom.
9pm
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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 14 (Channel 4: Series 15), Episode 1Jon Richardson and Joe Wilkinson take on guest captain Kevin Bridges and Jessica Knappett. John Cooper Clarke is in Dictionary Corner with Susie Dent, and Rachel Riley is in charge of the letters and numbers.
9pm60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo
Series 11, Episode 6 - Russell Kane, Roisin Conaty, Nick HelmIn the penultimate episode of the series, the brilliantly energetic Russell Kane is the host, introducing the star of E4's GameFace and Man Down, Roisin Conaty, and the unique Nick Helm.
9:30pm60 min
Through The Keyhole
Series 5, Episode 3The star-studded panel in this edition of the fulsomely funny programme are comedian Paddy McGuinness, Masterchef's Gregg Wallace, and presenter Scarlett Moffatt.
10pm
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Jimmy Carr: Laughing And Joking
TV version of Jimmy Carr's 2013 stand-up DVD release, Laughing And Joking.
10pm
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Live At The Apollo
Series 12, Episode 1 - Sarah Millican, Tom Allen, Arj BarkerThe fabulously funny Sarah Millican hosts, as she introduces rising comedy star Tom Allen and US comedian Arj Barker to the stage.
10:25pm30 min
Sam Delaney's News Thing
Episode 2 - Cowboy BuildersSam looks at the collapse of Carillion and interviews Chris Williamson, the Labour MP too left-wing for Corbyn. With Marek Larwood, Athena Kugblenu, Jon Holmes, Andre Walker, Aaron Bastani and Viper Higgins.
10:30pm45 min version
QI
Series O, Episode 12 - The OccultEver wondered how a Hand of Glory can make you rich? Sandi has all the answers. With Aisling Bea, Russell Brand and Noel Fielding.
11pm
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Monty Python's Best Bits (Mostly)
Episode 2Stephen Fry, Eddie Izzard and Mike Myers help pay homage to the considerable comic talents of the Monty Python team, with clips from Hell's Grannies to The Life Of Brian.
11:10pm
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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.
11:25pm
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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 11 (Channel 4: Series 12), Episode 1Jimmy Carr hosts a new edition of the panel game with Sean Lock and Stephen Mangan, who take on Noel Fielding and Fay Ripley. The Brett Domino Trio are in with Susie Dent, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.
11:40pm
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Withnail & I
Film following the drink-and drug-fuelled misadventures of two struggling actors in a squalid London flat and an isolated Lake District cottage.
Midnight
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8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 8, Episode 3Broadcaster Claudia Winkleman, comedians Mark Watson and Josie Long, and singer Jamelia join Jimmy Carr, Jason Manford and Sean Lock.
12:10am60 min version (repeat)
QI
Shakespeare Season Special - The Immortal BardShakespeare-themed special with Bill Bailey, David Mitchell and Sue Perkins.
12:25am
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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 11 (Channel 4: Series 12), Episode 2Jimmy Carr hosts a new edition of the panel game with Jon Richardson and Phil Wang who take on guest captain Russell Howard and Roisin Conaty. Nick Helm is in Dictionary Corner with Susie Dent, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.
12:25am
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A League Of Their Own
Series 2, Episode 3James Corden referees round three of the riotous sports panel show. This week, he welcomes Gavin & Stacey co-star Rob Brydon and heptathlon champion Jessica Ennis into the fold.
12:30am
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Da Ali G Show
Sacha Baron Cohen provides an inimitable mix of global reportage and celebrity chat via his characters Ali G, Borat and Bruno.
12:30am
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Papadopoulos & Sons
After a financial market collapse, self-made millionaire Harry loses everything apart from an abandoned fish & chip shop half-owned by his brother.
12:55am
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Parrot Sketch Not Included: 20 Years Of Monty Python
Compilation special, celebrating 20 years of the Monty Python comedy group.
1am
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On The Buses
Series 7, Episode 5 - The Football MatchThe 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!
1:10am
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Would I Lie To You?
A selection of episodes from the ninth series of the lie-based panel game.
1:25am
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A League Of Their Own
Series 10, Episode 3It's Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey, comedian Romesh Ranganathan and Sky Sports presenter Kate Abdo's turn to get in on the laughs. This time, a crazy line-up of challenges sees the teams attempt to pull a victory bus.
1:30am
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Father Ted
Series 1, Episode 5 - And God Created WomanTed ends up playing host to one of his favourite novelists, the rather attractive Polly Clarke. Meanwhile, a group of Nuns are also scheduled to pay visit to Craggy island.
1:35am
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On The Buses
Series 7, Episode 4 - The PosterLuxton & 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!
1:40am
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White Cargo
A repeat of this 1973 film.
2am
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Father Ted
Series 1, Episode 6 - Grant Unto Him Eternal RestFather Jack consumes more floor polish than is good for him and leaves Ted and Dougal half a million pounds in his will. But will he stay dead long enough for them to claim it?
2am
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Sean Lock: Lockipedia Live
TV edit of the 2010 stand-up show Lockipedia Live, starring Sean Lock.
2:25am
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Monty Python's Best Bits (Mostly)
Episode 2Stephen Fry, Eddie Izzard and Mike Myers help pay homage to the considerable comic talents of the Monty Python team, with clips from Hell's Grannies to The Life Of Brian.
2:25am
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The Russell Howard Hour
Series 1, Episode 2Uber, Trump and Kim Jong-un get the Russell Howard treatment as he mocks the madness of the news. He also chats to comedy writer Adam Kay.
2:35am
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The IT Crowd
Series 1, Episode 5 - The Haunting Of Bill CrouseMoss goes to extraordinary lengths to help Jen escape the unwanted attention of potential suitor Bill Crouse. Meanwhile, Roy is busy trying to escape the attentions of an admirer of his own...
2:35am
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Tommy Cooper
Episode 8Michael Bentine plays a down-at-heel sheikh in one sketch, with Tommy Cooper as an envoy bearing a message from Queen Victoria.
3am
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Roast Battle
Series 1, Episode 6Featuring a battle between father and son Mark Steel and Elliot Steel, also Jayde Adams vs. Alex Edelman.
3am
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Taskmaster
Series 5, Episode 1 - Dignity IntactAisling Bea, Bob Mortimer, Mark Watson, Nish Kumar and Sally Phillips are the chosen quintet who all harbour the same dream of lifting the premier prize in television, sport, or indeed, any field at all: Greg's decapitated head on a spiked plinth. First up they play basketball without hands, get stranded in a lake and devise special cuddles for a special someone.
3:05am
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The IT Crowd
Series 1, Episode 6 - Aunt Irma VisitsJen explains that she is subject to very powerful mood swings around a certain time every month.