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TV schedule Sunday 18th February 2018

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (repeat)
Sooty. Richard (Richard Cadell). Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 22 - Wacky Washing

Sooty and the gang are running Mr Slater's laundrette! But when Sweep confuses red paint with washing powder, he's left in a bit of a spin. Will the football kit be clean in time for the match?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:15am (repeat)
The Zoo

The Zoo

Series 1, Episode 14 - Meet The Humans

In this special episode, silverback gorilla Jurgen introduces us to the human faces of the zoo, talking us through all the fascinating jobs done by the keepers and the vets.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:20am (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 11, Episode 2

Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:35am (repeat)
Boj. Copyright: Pesky Productions

Boj

Episode 19 - Robot Recycler

While waiting for Mr Cloppity to pick up the recycling, Boj gets Rupa playing with it, making junk robots and rag rope. When Mr Cloppity's buggy gets stuck in the mud, the friends come to the rescue with their robots and rope. But with all of the recycling made into new toys, there is nothing left to recycle.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 7:40am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 4, Episode 2 - Senior Citizen Caine

Arthur's ambition to own a Rolls are jeopardised when Terry has to protect a widowed garage owner.

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

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 7 - Avenue Of The Baobabs, Madagascar

Grandmaster Glitch tries his hand at stunt flying, but the Grimbots are unimpressed, giving him a unanimous thumbs down.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:05am (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 of Britain's most popular sitcom.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:10am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 8 - Venice, Italy

Grandmaster Glitch demands the Grimbots find somewhere with no cars so he can practice riding his bike without stabilisers.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 8:10am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 27 - Big TV

When the television blows up during Mr Bean and Irma's squabble over what to watch, Mr Bean invents his own ingenious form of home entertainment.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 8:50am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 4, Episode 3 - High Drains Pilferer

Terry has the misfortune to be driving for mobster Micky the Fish when his mistress's jewellery is stolen.

CITV 9:25am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11am (repeat)
The Ladykillers. Image shows from L to R: Major Claude Courtney (Cecil Parker), Harry Robinson (Peter Sellers), Professor Marcus (Alec Guinness), Louisa Alexandra Wilberforce (Katie Johnson), 'One-Round' Lawson (Danny Green). Copyright: STUDIOCANAL

The Ladykillers

Classic Ealing comedy starring Alec Guinness and Peter Sellers. A gang of robbers meet their match in a little old lady.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:50am (repeat)
Strange Hill High. Image shows from L to R: Becky Butters, Mitchell Tanner, Templeton. Copyright: BBC / Factory Transmedia

Strange Hill High

Series 1, Episode 3 - The Lost And Found Boy

Things have been disappearing around Strange Hill High. As the new kid, suspicion falls on Mitchell, especially in Headmaster Abercrombie's eyes.

ITV Encore 12pm (repeat)
Mapp & Lucia. Image shows from L to R: Lucia (Geraldine McEwan), Mapp (Prunella Scales). Copyright: London Weekend Television / Rex

Mapp & Lucia

Series 1, Episode 4 - Lobster Pots

TV series based on the 1930s books by EF Benson. Prunella Scales and Geraldine McEwan star.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 1:35pm (repeat)
Les Dawson. Copyright: ITV Studios

Les Dawson Forever

Episode 1

Charlotte Dawson learns about the early part of her father's career, whilst Roy Barraclough reminisces about working with Les Dawson and the creation of Cissie and Ada. Barry Cyer meets former colleagues from sketch show Sez Les.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 2:40pm (repeat)
Les Dawson. Copyright: ITV Studios

Les Dawson Forever

Episode 2

Sez Les director David Mallett explores never-broadcast footage from tapes untouched for 50 years, and the Roly Polys talk about working with Les Dawson. Lorraine Chase looks back on Blankety Blank and Les's wife meets with the fan who appeared alongside Les in his final TV appearance.

U&Dave channel logo 3pm (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?

A selection of three episodes of the lie-based panel game.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 3pm (repeat)
Harry Hill's Tea Time. Image shows from L to R: Kate Humble, Harry Hill. Copyright: Nit TV

Harry Hill's Tea Time

Series 2, Episode 7 - Kate Humble

Harry dons his safari suit for a wildlife special featuring Kate Humble. 'Butter surprise' and steak and owl pie are on the menu as he takes a look at some of Kate's most comical TV moments. There are musical and comedy skits, a yoghurty way to get kids back in touch with nature, and footage from Tea Time's very own badgercam.

ITV Encore 3:05pm (repeat)
Outside Edge. Image shows from L to R: Maggie Costello (Josie Lawrence), Kevin Costello (Timothy Spall), Miriam Dervish (Brenda Blethyn), Roger Dervish (Robert Daws). Copyright: Central Independent Television

Outside Edge

A selection of episodes from the third series of the cricket-based sitcom.

Film4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 3:10pm (repeat)
Carry On Jack. Image shows from L to R: Sally (Juliet Mills), Midshipman Albert Poop-Decker (Bernard Cribbins)

Carry On Jack

Costume comedy with the Carry On team. A young serving wench in search of her captive boyfriend disguises herself on board the good ship Venus.

U&W channel logo 4pm (repeat)
My Family. Image shows from L to R: Michael Harper (Gabriel Thomson), Susan Harper (Zoë Wanamaker), Ben Harper (Robert Lindsay), Janey Harper (Daniela Denby-Ashe)

My Family

A selection of episodes from the second series of the mainstream BBC One sitcom.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 4:30pm (repeat)
Hank Zipzer. Image shows from L to R: Stan (Neil Fitzmaurice), Hank Zipzer (Nick James), Emily (Madeline Holliday), Rosa (Juliet Cowan)

Hank Zipzer

Series 1, Episode 7 - The Day I Flunked Chemistry

Hank thinks new boy Ben is totally cool, and is amazed to discover that the feeling is mutual. But will Ben feel the same if he finds out about Hank's learning difficulties? Hank isn't willing to take the risk and so decides not to tell him. That plan has disastrous consequences when Hank misreads an experiment, leading to the gassing of Ms Adolf and the evacuation of the science block.

CITV 6:50pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.

U&Yesterday channel logo 6:55pm (repeat)
Auf Wiedersehen, Pet

Auf Wiedersehen, Pet

Series 1, Episode 13 - When The Boat Goes Out

Comedy drama about a group of builders who flee overseas in search of work.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 7:30pm
30 min
Hold The Sunset. Image shows from L to R: Edith (Alison Steadman), Roger (Jason Watkins), Phil (John Cleese). Copyright: BBC

Hold The Sunset

Series 1, Episode 1 - Bubbly

Edith's dreams of retirement to the sun with her long-term suitor Phil are shattered when her 50-year-old son Roger arrives home, seeking to recapture the happiness of his boyhood.

U&Yesterday channel logo 7:55pm (repeat)
Auf Wiedersehen, Pet

Auf Wiedersehen, Pet

Series 2, Episode 1 - The Return of the Seven (Part 1)

Comedy drama about a group of builders who flee overseas in search of work.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
Harry Hill's Tea Time. Image shows from L to R: Kate Humble, Harry Hill. Copyright: Nit TV

Harry Hill's Tea Time

Series 2, Episode 7 - Kate Humble

Harry dons his safari suit for a wildlife special featuring Kate Humble. 'Butter surprise' and steak and owl pie are on the menu as he takes a look at some of Kate's most comical TV moments. There are musical and comedy skits, a yoghurty way to get kids back in touch with nature, and footage from Tea Time's very own badgercam.

London Live 8pm (repeat)
The Englishman Who Went Up A Hill But Came Down A Mountain. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Grant, Tara Fitzgerald

The Englishman Who Went Up A Hill But Came Down A Mountain

When the residents of a Welsh village learn that their "mountain" is just short of the required 1,000ft threshold, they plan to make it taller.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 8:30pm (repeat)
U&Yesterday channel logo 8:55pm (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

Series 9, Christmas Special - The Two Ronnies Christmas Show

Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
The Office. David Brent (Ricky Gervais)

The Office

A selection of episodes from the second series of the Ricky Gervais sitcom.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. James Corden. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 7, Episode 3

Cage-fighting, sheep testicles and an insight into Whitehall's sex life... it's Episode 3. The guests are David Walliams, football manager Sam Allardyce and Paralympian Dame Sarah Storey.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm (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 18, Episode 5

Alex Jones, Alex Brooker, Sarah Millican and James Acaster are the guests appearing with Jimmy, Jon and Sean this week to look at British pastimes.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 9pm (repeat)
Tonight At The London Palladium. Image shows from L to R: Peter Cox, Tony Hadley, Bradley Walsh, Richard Drummie. Copyright: ITV Studios

Tonight At The London Palladium

Series 3, Episode 3

This show's guests include a special collaborative performance from award winning duo Go West alongside Spandau Ballet's Tony Hadley, Grammy Award winner Meghan Trainor, plus music from The Corrs and a performance from the West End's Disney's Aladdin and comedy from Jarlath Regan.

ITV Encore 9pm (repeat)
Cold Feet. David Marsden (Robert Bathurst)

Cold Feet

Series 6, Episode 7

Pete and Jenny finally agree on a compromise with Harry's daughter.

Channel 5 logo 9pm
180 min
When Comedy Goes Horribly Wrong

When Comedy Goes Horribly Wrong

Clip show in which Julian Clary looks at some comedy performances that didn't go to plan.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version
(repeat)
Have I Got News For You. David Harewood

Have I Got News For You

Series 53, Episode 4

Regular team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host David Harewood and panellists Josh Widdicombe and Kirsty Wark.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9:50pm (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 18, Episode 6

Sarah Millican, Melanie C, Charlotte Ritchie and David O'Doherty look at the topical stories of the week.

Talking Pictures TV 10pm (repeat)
Only Two Can Play

Only Two Can Play

The librarian in a Welsh provincial town becomes unsuccessfully entangled with the glamorous wife of a town councillor.

U&Yesterday channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Blackadder Rides Again. Rowan Atkinson

Blackadder Rides Again

Rowan Atkinson and the cast of the legendary comedy series Blackadder are back for a one-off documentary special.

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

A League Of Their Own

Series 7, Episode 4

Paula Radcliffe, Chris Ashton and non-sporty Richard Ayoade join in the panel game this week.

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
The Mash Report. Nish Kumar. Copyright: Princess Productions

The Mash Report

Series 1, Episode 9

Rachel Parris talks about Jacob Rees-Mogg, and Geoff Norcott returns to address problems with the current Labour party.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm
30 min
Unspun With Matt Forde. Copyright: Avalon Television

Unspun With Matt Forde

Series 4, Episode 4

This week, Matt talks to Blairite spin doctor Alastair Campbell and introduces comedy from Jason Byrne.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:05pm (repeat)
Father Ted. Image shows from L to R: Father Dougal McGuire (Ardal O'Hanlon), Father Ted Crilly (Dermot Morgan), Mrs Doyle (Pauline McLynn), Father Jack Hackett (Frank Kelly). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Father Ted

Series 2, Episode 7 - Rock A Hula Ted

Ted is invited to be the judge at the Lovely Girls Festival 1996. Whilst home alone, Dougal welcomes the fiercely feminist, anti-religious pop star Niamh Connolly into the house...

Russia Today 10:25pm (repeat)
Sam Delaney's News Thing

Sam Delaney's News Thing

Episode 6 - Racist Peter Rabbit

Popstar Tallia Storm explains why she's stepping down as an Oxfam supporter, and Sam finds out if Beatrix Potter was a secret Nazi. With Paul Danan, Janey Godley and David Mills.

BBC Two 10:30pm
45 min version
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Darren Harriott, Rob Beckett, Jen Brister. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 13, Episode 3 - Rob Beckett, Jen Brister, Darren Harriott

In this episode, the hilarious Rob Beckett is your host as he introduces rising comedy stars Jen Brister and Darren Harriott to the stage.

U&Dave channel logo 10:30pm
60 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series L, Episode 10 - Lying

With Adam Hills, Sara Pascoe and Jack Whitehall.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:40pm (repeat)
Father Ted. Image shows from L to R: Father Dougal McGuire (Ardal O'Hanlon), Father Ted Crilly (Dermot Morgan), Mrs Doyle (Pauline McLynn), Father Jack Hackett (Frank Kelly). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Father Ted

Series 2, Episode 8 - Cigarettes And Alcohol And Rollerblading

It's Lent, and following a gloating phonecall from Dick, Ted decides that he, Jack and Dougal should give up their smoking, drinking, and rollerblading respectively. However, it proves to be far more difficult than expected, and the trio call in some outside help...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11pm (repeat)
Men Behaving Badly. Image shows from L to R: Gary Strang (Martin Clunes), Dorothy (Caroline Quentin), Tony Smart (Neil Morrissey), Deborah (Leslie Ash). Copyright: Hartswood Films Ltd

Men Behaving Badly

Series 5, Episode 4 - Your Mate V Your Bird

When three becomes a crowd, Gary is forced to choose between Dorothy and Tony.

Comedy Central 11pm (repeat)
Jason Manford Live. Jason Manford. Copyright: Channel X

Jason Manford Live

TV broadcast of Jason Manford's return to the stage with his 2011 live tour, recorded at the MEN Arena.

U&Dave channel logo 11:30pm (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Jack Dee. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 3, Episode 1 - Jack Dee, Jason Manford and Russell Howard

Jack Dee presents his final episode. The guests are Jason Manford and Russell Howard.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40pm (repeat)
Men Behaving Badly. Image shows from L to R: Gary Strang (Martin Clunes), Dorothy (Caroline Quentin), Tony Smart (Neil Morrissey), Deborah (Leslie Ash). Copyright: Hartswood Films Ltd

Men Behaving Badly

Series 5, Episode 5 - Cardigan

Gary feels middle-aged when Deborah starts hanging out with her new student friends. Then, to cap it all, he gets mistaken for George at the office.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:15am (repeat)
Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

2012 Specials, Episode 2 - The Rematch

Following the success of 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown earlier in the year, Jimmy Carr, Sean Lock and Jon Richardson once again take on the famous words and numbers quiz.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20am (repeat)
Black Books. Image shows from L to R: Bernard Black (Dylan Moran), Manny Bianco (Bill Bailey), Fran Katzenjammer (Tamsin Greig). Copyright: Assembly Film And Television

Black Books

Series 2, Episode 3 - The Fixer

Fran is in need of a job and Manny's friend Gus has a nephew who needs to promote his book. Time to do business.

U&Dave channel logo 12:30am (repeat)
Room 101. Image shows from L to R: John Humphrys, Frank Skinner, Claudia Winkleman, Russell Kane. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 5, Episode 6 - Claudia Winkleman, John Humphrys, Russell Kane

Strictly presenter Claudia Winkleman, Mastermind host John Humphrys and comedian Russell Kane try to get rid of skiing, summer, and audiences that are always whooping.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:55am (repeat)
Black Books. Image shows from L to R: Bernard Black (Dylan Moran), Manny Bianco (Bill Bailey), Fran Katzenjammer (Tamsin Greig). Copyright: Assembly Film And Television

Black Books

Series 2, Episode 4 - Blood

Bernard and Manny transform the shop. Bored Fran seeks out some unknown relatives.

U&Dave channel logo 1:10am (repeat)
Room 101. Frank Skinner. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 3, Episode 5 - Sara Cox, Aled Jones, Josh Widdicombe

DJ Sara Cox, singer and TV personality Aled Jones and comedian Josh Widdicombe try to dump slogan T-shirts, fish bones and The Lord of the Rings into Room 101.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:30am (repeat)
The Trip. Image shows from L to R: Steve (Steve Coogan), Rob (Rob Brydon). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions / Arbie

The Trip

The Trip, Episode 6 - The Angel At Hetton

Steve and Rob visit Bolton Abbey and breakfast at The Angel at Hetton. On their way back home to London they stop off at Steve's parents' house.

Comedy Central Extra 1:35am (repeat)
U&Dave channel logo 1:50am
60 min version
(repeat)
Have I Got News For You. David Harewood

Have I Got News For You

Series 53, Episode 4

Regular team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host David Harewood and panellists Josh Widdicombe and Kirsty Wark.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:05am (repeat)
The Thick Of It. Malcolm Tucker (Peter Capaldi). Copyright: BBC

The Thick Of It

Series 4, Episode 4

It's D-Day for Nicola; whilst she's aboard a train heading to the political wasteland of Bradford he is free to launch an all-out attack on her leadership. She won't go without a fight, but who'll be victorious?

Comedy Central Extra 2:30am (repeat)
Drunk History. Winston Churchill (John Thomson). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Drunk History

Series 3, Episode 8

Ashley Walters and Mark Benton star in Judi Love's mortal tale of Charles I's downfall. Miles Jupp takes on Operation Mincemeat with Jack Howard and Dean Dobbs as the WW2 heroes.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:35am (repeat)
The Thick Of It. Malcolm Tucker (Peter Capaldi). Copyright: BBC

The Thick Of It

Series 4, Episode 5

As the key worker housing sell-off continues to unravel, both Government and Opposition are left scrambling for the moral high ground, flinging dirt back down behind them.

U&Dave channel logo 2:40am
50 min version
(repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series L, Episode 10 - Lying

With Adam Hills, Sara Pascoe and Jack Whitehall.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 3am (repeat)
George & Mildred. Image shows from L to R: Mildred Roper (Yootha Joyce), George Roper (Brian Murphy). Copyright: Thames Television

George & Mildred

A seletion of episodes from the fourth series.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:05am (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Pete (Hugh Dennis), Sue (Claire Skinner), Karen (Ramona Marquez), Ben (Daniel Roche), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

Series 4, Episode 6

As the family tries to get rid of Auntie Angela, another guest arrives to stay. Mum has to decide what to do about Jake's girlfriend. Ben and Karen discuss dreams, the Mafia and trampolining bears.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 3:20am (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 13, Episode 1

Jimmy Carr once again oversees the disputes and deliberations on the topical events that set the nation's chins wagging. Jon Richardson and Sean Lock are joined by Joe Wilkinson, Ellie Taylor, Natalie Cassidy and Gabby Logan.

U&Dave channel logo 3:30am (repeat)
Room 101. Image shows from L to R: John Humphrys, Frank Skinner, Claudia Winkleman, Russell Kane. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Room 101

Series 5, Episode 6 - Claudia Winkleman, John Humphrys, Russell Kane

Strictly presenter Claudia Winkleman, Mastermind host John Humphrys and comedian Russell Kane try to get rid of skiing, summer, and audiences that are always whooping.

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