Television
TV schedule Friday 17th May 2019
6:20am
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Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 19 - BalancingThe Twirlywoos are at a gym hall where they watch a gymnast practicing a routine on a balance beam.
7:10am
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A Sharp Intake Of Breath
A selection of episodes from the second series of the David Jason sitcom.
7:10am
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Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 6 - Griller ThrillerDennis' ultimate hero, Grizzly Griller, plans on trekking to the source of the River Beano, broadcasting the treacherous path on live TV. Dennis introduces him to his pet hamster, Galahad - only to discover they are his biggest fear! Grizzly is so afraid that Dennis must disguise himself as his hero and go in his place!
7:25am
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Danger Mouse
Series 2, Highlights Special - The SupiesDuckula is hosting The Supies awards show and the danger agents are all in attendance.
7:35am
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Bitz & Bob
Series 2, Episode 13 - Woolly Wonder GirlPolice Chief Bevel has his hands full trying to stop rowdy rascals Zip and Pop on their noise-making spree in Craft City.
7:55am
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Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 1 - The Eiffel Tower, FranceIn France, Grandmaster Glitch breaks the Eiffel Tower when he uses it as a TV aerial. Can the Go Jetters fix it?
8:35am
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Goodnight Sweetheart
Series 3, Episode 3 - One O'Clock JumpGary is worried about Yvonne's depression at being out of work and confused by the fact that the present PC Deadman is obviously Reg's grandson and yet Reg doesn't have any children.
8:35am
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Justin's House
Series 3, Episode 6 - Very Pongy CheeseJustin and Robert get given some very pongy cheese, but the horrible smell makes Little Monster run away and attracts the attention of Funella Furchester and a very cheeky mouse. Guest starring Louise Gold.
8:50am
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On The Buses
Series 5, Episode 6 - The Busmen's BallThe annual Busmen's Ball comes round once again and Arthur has decided that he and Olive will not be attending such a low-brow affair. Then he discovers what this year's cabaret is going to be...
8:50am
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Horrible Histories
Series 3, Episode 8A selection of monarchs, a rather unsavoury make and singing suffragettes provide the entertainment in another packed episode of the historical comedy sketch show.
9:15am
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Goodnight Sweetheart
Series 3, Episode 4 - It's A Sin To Tell A LieGary's best friend and printer Ron is having marriage problems and it seems that his latest batch of 40s currency won't pass the quality threshold. Or could there be another time-traveller on Gary's patch?
9:15am
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Sooty
Series 1, Episode 14 - The Great OutdoorsRichard is taking the Children's Club on a camping trip into the country but Sooty and Sweep sneak along too. With Sweep in charge of map-reading and Sooty playing tricks with his magic wand, it's not long before things go wrong.
9:15am
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Millie Inbetween
A selection of episodes from the third series of the children's comedy.
9:25am
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On The Buses
Series 5, Episode 7 - Canteen TroubleCanteen girl Suzy is very good to Stan and Jack when over-serving their meals, and under-charging! Naturally this upsets Blakey, who is determined to beat Jack and Stan at their own game...
9:30am
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Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 20 - Joining UpThe Twirlywoos surprise an unsuspecting hiker by attaching the entire contents of a campsite to the back of his rucksack!
9:40am
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Minder
Series 9, Episode 9 - Last Orders At The WinchesterLong-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.
9:55am
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Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the eighth series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
10am
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Never The Twain
Series 4, Episode 3 - No Flame Like An Old FlameSimon's love life hots up when an old flame reappears on the scene.
10am
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George & Mildred
Series 5, Episode 2 - In Sickness And In HealthMildred's in hospital with a suspected grumbling appendix, leaving George home alone for a few days. Or he would be, if Jerry didn't drop by!
10:30am
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Get Some In!
Series 1, Episode 5Lilley's principles are fast getting in the way of smooth relations amongst C Flight, before Marsh nails his boots to the floor.
12pm
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Hi-De-Hi!
Series 5, Episode 1 - Together AgainIt is 1960 - the new season at Maplin's Holiday Camp is about to commence. The staff arrive by train to prepare the camp for the holiday-makers.
12:40pm
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2point4 Children
Series 2, Episode 3 - HormonesBill fears she may be pregnant, and takes out the stress on Ben, whose testosterone is boiling over. Jenny, meanwhile, is acting oddly but only Rona appears to notice the signs.
1:05pm
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1:20pm
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The Green Green Grass
Series 1, Episode 3 - The Country WifeBoycie's 'bargain' purchase - Rocky the bull - arrives and much to Marlene's annoyance begins to make the place look untidy. Marlene sends Boycie out Blackberry picking - and while he's out he makes a new enemy.
1:20pm
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1:35pm
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Twirlywoos
Series 1, Episode 15 - CoveringThe Twirlywoos see a tablecloth covering a table and decide to cover some things of their own. Back in the Boat everyone gets covered in spots! How will they get rid of them?
2pm
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Meet The Adebanjos
A British-African sitcom following a larger-than-life father struggling to instil his old-fashioned African values in his reluctant British household.
2pm
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The Green Green Grass
Series 1, Episode 4 - Hay FeverMarlene allows Boycie to buy a maximum of six cows for the farm - and is less than impressed when Elgin, Jed and Bryan turn up with a herd of 300. The vet is called out when bull Rocky fails to take any notice of the females, and Tyler prepares to sit a local private school's entrance exam.
2:30pm
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Meet The Adebanjos
A British-African sitcom following a larger-than-life father struggling to instil his old-fashioned African values in his reluctant British household.
2:35pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the eighth series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
3:05pm
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The Love Lottery
After a Hollywood star is duped by a gambling syndicate, he's forced to offer himself as first prize in an international lottery.
3:10pm
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Zig And Zag
Episode 3 - JobsworthZig and Zag discover the joys of 'buying stuff', but to buy stuff you need money, and to get money you need a job!
3:20pm
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Lovejoy
Series 5, Episode 9 - The Peking GunLovejoy finds an unusual and valuable Chinese cannon being used as a plant pot, but when Charlotte takes him to London to sell it they are kidnapped.
3:35pm
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Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 23 - Pig Trouble In Little BeanotownMore adventures with Dennis and Gnasher in Beanotown.
3:55pm
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Bitz & Bob
Series 1, Episode 10 - Brilliant Beach CircusIt's circus time on Faraway Island, and everyone can't wait to show off their amazing acts.
4pm
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Minder
Series 9, Episode 10 - Cars And Pints And PainsLong-running comedy drama about the London criminal underworld, focusing on dodgy entrepreneur Arthur Daley and his 'minder', Terry.
4:40pm
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Dad's Army
Series 6, Episode 6 - Things That Go Bump In The NightThe van runs out of petrol in the middle of a huge storm, so the platoon have to take shelter in a large, dark and gloomy house.
4:50pm
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Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 2 - The Pyramids of Giza, EgyptGlitch creates big trouble with a little pyramid when he and the Go Jetters visit Egypt.
5pm
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Gigglebiz
Series 5, Episode 2 - Wizard Tripwick's Banana SpellWizard Tripwick tries to show his wizarding pupils how to make bananas magically appear, and Captain Adorable vlogs about his latest superhero mission.
5pm
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Millie Inbetween
Series 4, Episode 8 - Best Actress Goes To...There is family drama as Leo is cast as Juliet and Lauren as the Friar. The girls realise they need to help Leo find his inner Juliet. Mike's building a go-kart, but needs Fran's help.
5:15pm
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Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 1, Episode 5 - Waffle GrowsIt's Waffle's last day at the Brooklyn-Bells' but he still finds time to upset neighbour Mrs Hobbs. Simon hears Waffle speak. Will he finally agree that the family can keep the special dog?
5:20pm
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 1, Episode 2 - Just VisitingWith their husbands locked up, Tracey is depressed while Sharon couldn't be happier. Tracey and Darryl's son turns up playing truant from boarding school, unaware of his dad's situation. When Sharon lets slip, he destroys Tracey's belongings. Meanwhile in prison, tension is mounting between Chris and Darryl.
5:20pm
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2point4 Children
Series 2, Episode 3 - HormonesBill fears she may be pregnant, and takes out the stress on Ben, whose testosterone is boiling over. Jenny, meanwhile, is acting oddly but only Rona appears to notice the signs.
5:30pm
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Robin's Nest
Series 6, Episode 4 - When Irish Eyes Are SmilingWhen a water main bursts outside the bistro, Robin and Vicky decide to move in with Nicholls to escape from the noise of the drilling. It doesn't take long for the crying of the babies to get on his nerves.
5:45pm
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So Awkward Files
Episode 5 - Rufus and MarthaRufus is miserable because all his answers point to him being a failure. Martha attempts to raise his spirits by reminding of his many talents - like being musical, stylish and slightly above average at chess.
6pm
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Very Important Person
1961 film spoofing stiff-upper-lipped war dramas, starring James Robertson Justice as a bombastic scientist who ends up in a PoW camp.
6pm
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Get Some In!
Series 1, Episode 5Lilley's principles are fast getting in the way of smooth relations amongst C Flight, before Marsh nails his boots to the floor.
6pm
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Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?
Series 1, Episode 4 - Moving OnWhen Terry sees the changes that have happened to his home town since he's been away, he is horrified. The labour exchange add to his misery by sending him for a job interview with a company who's staff are all too familiar. He decides to seek out Hughie, an old army buddy, in deepest Berwickshire.
6pm
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The Green Green Grass
Series 1, Episode 3 - The Country WifeBoycie's 'bargain' purchase - Rocky the bull - arrives and much to Marlene's annoyance begins to make the place look untidy. Marlene sends Boycie out Blackberry picking - and while he's out he makes a new enemy.
6:30pm
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Never The Twain
Series 4, Episode 3 - No Flame Like An Old FlameSimon's love life hots up when an old flame reappears on the scene.
6:40pm
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As Time Goes By
Series 2, Episode 4 - Why?As the book launch draws nearer, Lionel shops for a new suit but finds himself getting more and more pessimistic about its success. This naturally leads him to question Alistair's constant enthusiasm.
6:40pm
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The Green Green Grass
Series 1, Episode 4 - Hay FeverMarlene allows Boycie to buy a maximum of six cows for the farm - and is less than impressed when Elgin, Jed and Bryan turn up with a herd of 300. The vet is called out when bull Rocky fails to take any notice of the females, and Tyler prepares to sit a local private school's entrance exam.
7pm
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Goodnight Sweetheart
A selection of episodes from the fifth series of the time-travel sitcom.
7pm
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Horrible Histories
Series 2, Episode 10King Charles I sends someone else to get married for him, a new recruit regrets joining the Georgian Army, and Queen Cleopatra reveals her weird beauty secrets.
7:15pm
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Dad's Army
Series 6, Episode 5 - The Honourable ManA member of the Soviet Union is visiting Walmington, and it is up to Mainwaring to make a speech. However, it looks like Wilson may replace him after the Sergeant inherits a family title and becomes 'The Honourable Arthur Wilson'.
7:20pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 9, Episode 3 - Dried Dates And CodfanglersCompo discovers - too late - that the little black ball he has just tossed into Seymour's pond is of great sentimental value to him - particularly relating to one Nora Batty. But Seymour is more interested in demonstrating his new voice-activated, electronic door-lock.
7:25pm
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7:40pm
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7:50pm
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So Awkward Files
Episode 5 - Rufus and MarthaRufus is miserable because all his answers point to him being a failure. Martha attempts to raise his spirits by reminding of his many talents - like being musical, stylish and slightly above average at chess.
8pm
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Dad's Army
Series 6, Episode 6 - Things That Go Bump In The NightThe van runs out of petrol in the middle of a huge storm, so the platoon have to take shelter in a large, dark and gloomy house.
8pm
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Doc Martin
Series 8, Episode 3 - Farewell My LovelyMartin is left holding the baby when Louisa has to take Year Six pupils sailing.
8:05pm
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Millie Inbetween
Series 4, Episode 8 - Best Actress Goes To...There is family drama as Leo is cast as Juliet and Lauren as the Friar. The girls realise they need to help Leo find his inner Juliet. Mike's building a go-kart, but needs Fran's help.
8:40pm
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The Good Life
Series 1, Episode 5 - The Thing In The CellarAs the Goods are removed from the electricity grid, Tom builds a generator to turn the waste from their animals into electricity. However, when it's finally called into use, the generator packs up, and Tom grovels to Jerry for use of his freezer.
9pm
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Russell Howard's Good News
Series 9, Episode 5Russell looks at landing a probe on a comet, Kim Kardashian's attempt to break the internet and a loose tiger in Paris.
9pm
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Doc Martin
Series 8, Episode 4 - FaithHaving worked as missionaries in Kenya, Morwenna's parents, Jack and Tara Newcross, pay her a surprise visit.
9pm30 min
Have I Got News For You
Series 57, Episode 7Comedian Rhod Gilbert guest presents. Fellow comedian Tom Allen & broadcaster Emma Barnett appear as panellists alongside team captains Ian Hislop & Paul Merton.
9pm
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QI
Series O, Episode 11 - Objects And OrnamentsSandi Toksvig looks at some Objects And Ornaments. Along the way, you'll discover where you can find an actual UFO, and meet the world's best-dressed crab. With Sarah Millican, Alice Levine and Cariad Lloyd.
9:20pm
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The Good Life
Series 1, Episode 6 - The Pagan RiteAfter a proposal from his old boss, Tom decides to take on some freelance work in order to treat Barbara to the pampering she misses from their old life. Barbara is furious as she thinks Tom has given up the dream but when she finds out it is for her she is extremely grateful.
9:30pm
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Russell Howard's Good News
Series 9, Episode 6Russell looks at UKIP getting another MP, immigration, Paddington Bear and um, names for female masturbation...
9:30pm
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Mrs. Brown's Boys
Series 2, Episode 1 - Mammy Pulls It OffDermot and his new wife Maria have a baby on the way, and they are desperate for a place of their own. The newlyweds just can't afford to move out, but Mrs Brown has a plan to help her son...
10pm
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Mrs. Brown's Boys
Series 3, Episode 1 - Mammy's SpellThe family celebrate the baptism of Dermot and Maria's triplets with a party, and the hypnotist puts Agnes and Winnie under his spell.
10pm
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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 16 (Channel 4: Series 17), Episode 1Sean Lock and Johnny Vegas take on guest captain Alan Carr and Lou Sanders. Plus The Brett Domino Trio join Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while maths whizz Rachel Riley looks after the numbers.
10pm
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Comedy Central Live
Episode 1 - Iain StirlingIain Stirling performs live from Camden in the first of nine stand-up specials. With brand new material, Iain talks about growing old and his previous work as a children's TV presenter.
10pm
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Josh Widdicombe: What Do I Do Now... Live
Edited TV version of Josh Widdicombe's 2016 stand-up release.
10pm
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Gary: Tank Commander
Series 1, Episode 6 - Stagging OnGary and Charlie are on guard duty on Gary's birthday. Charlie starts a rumour about himself that gets out of hand, and Gary's determination to enjoy his birthday is tested by some awful presents and unexpected guests.
10pm40 min
Sliced
Series 1, Episode 3Naomi is rightly furious when she gets sent a rather saucy gift. Ricky gets propositioned whilst on a delivery, and Mario's looking for someone to have a bit of fun with.
10pm60 min
The Last Leg
Series 17, Episode 1Adam Hills, Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker reunite live on Fridays with their honest and upbeat brand of satirical comedy as the UK continues the journey towards Brexit. Tonight's guests are Jonathan Ross and Katherine Ryan.
10pm
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There's Something About Movies
Series 1, Episode 3Alan Carr sorts the film buffs from the film duffs as he puts Tom Allen, Matthew Broderick, Jennifer Saunders and Phil Wang's film trivia to the test.
10:20pm10 min version
The Mash Report
The Mini Mash Report, Episode 4: Nish Kumar and a cast of comedy correspondents present the satirical and surreal take on everything that has - and hasn't - happened in the news this week.
10:35pm
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Mrs. Brown's Boys
Series 3, Episode 2 - Mammy's InflationIt's all change in the Brown household as two of Mrs Brown's boys finalise plans for their new homes.
10:35pm50 min
The Graham Norton Show
Series 25, Episode 7 - Jack Whitehall with Gwendoline Christie, Luke Evans, Peter Crouch, David Walliams, Sam FenderGuest-hosted by Jack Whitehall. Gwendoline Christie talks about Game Of Thrones; Luke Evans says he had a 'pinch me' moment with Jennifer Anniston; Peter Crouch has a cheeky response for Prince Harry; David Walliams jokes about Simon Cowell; and Sam Fender performs live in the studio.
10:40pm60 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You
Series 55, Episode 6Ian and Paul are joined by guest host Alexander Armstrong and panellists Sindhu Vee and Jess Phillips MP.
11pm
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Never The Twain
Series 4, Episode 3 - No Flame Like An Old FlameSimon's love life hots up when an old flame reappears on the scene.
11:15pm
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Live At The Apollo
Series 4, Episode 2 - Al Murray, Shappi Khorsandi and Russell KaneAl Murray introduces comedy from Shappi Khorsandi and Russell Kane.
11:30pm
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Get Some In!
Series 1, Episode 5Lilley's principles are fast getting in the way of smooth relations amongst C Flight, before Marsh nails his boots to the floor.
11:40pm
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Not Going Out
Series 6, Episode 4 - ConferenceDetermined to put a stop to Lucy flirting at an Annual Trade Conference in order to get work, Lee takes evasive action.
Midnight
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The Russell Howard Hour
Series 2, Episode 1Russell returns to mock the madness of the news. He talks Isis with New York Times journalist Rukmini Callimachi and gets päntsdrunk with Greg Davies.
12:20am
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Rock & Chips
Episode 1 - Rock & ChipsIn Peckham, the Trotters are all under one roof: Grandad, Joan, husband Reg and the teenage Del Boy. Things suddenly change, however, when ex-con Freddie Robdal appears.
12:20am
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Not Going Out
Series 6, Episode 7 - MagicWhen 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.
12:30am
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The Comedy Bus
Episode 6 - Darren Harriott's BirminghamHaving had a sheltered upbringing, Darren takes his bus mates to the city he grew up in, in an attempt to get out of his comfort zone. He'll be commandeering, and inevitably crashing a canal boat, visiting the club Darren used to bounce on and Iain will see how far he can push Darren by abseiling with him down a hotel!
12:50am
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8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 21, Episode 8Rob Beckett and guest team captain Josh Widdicombe discuss and dissect topics in their quest to uncover the nation's most popular talking points. They're joined by guests Joe Swash, Harriet Kemsley, Dotty, and Suzi Ruffell.
1am
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Meet The Adebanjos
A British-African sitcom following a larger-than-life father struggling to instil his old-fashioned African values in his reluctant British household.
1am
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Stand Up Central
Series 1, Episode 1Russell 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.
1am
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Sliced
Series 1, Episode 3Naomi is rightly furious when she gets sent a rather saucy gift. Ricky gets propositioned whilst on a delivery, and Mario's looking for someone to have a bit of fun with.
1am
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A League Of Their Own
Series 11, Episode 7The regulars are joined by guests Judy Murray, Rob Beckett and Daniel Ricciardo.
1:30am
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Meet The Adebanjos
A British-African sitcom following a larger-than-life father struggling to instil his old-fashioned African values in his reluctant British household.
1:30am
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Stand Up Central
Series 1, Episode 2Russell talks about the ridiculousness of homophobia, answers a question on bullying, and sniffs the audience. His guests are Rob Delaney and Tiff Stevenson.
1:40am
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Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled
Series 3, Episode 4Alan is joined by John Robins, Russell Howard, Reece Shearsmith and Tiffany Stevenson to discuss such varied subjects as Freddie Mercury's penis-shaped birthday cake, cruel animal mishaps, John Robins's nudist beach experience, recovering after general anaesthetic and being caught out by technology.
2:10am
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Harry Hill's TV Burp
Award-winning comedian Harry Hill takes a surreal look at television clips from the previous seven days.
2:25am
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Steptoe And Son
Series 4, Episode 4 - The Siege Of Steptoe StreetThe Steptoes are in debt and are worried how they are going to pay it off.
2:35am
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Live At The Apollo
Series 4, Episode 2 - Al Murray, Shappi Khorsandi and Russell KaneAl Murray introduces comedy from Shappi Khorsandi and Russell Kane.
2:45am45 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You
Series 52, Highlights Special - Have I Got 2016 News For YouA compilation of the popular news quiz that looks back at the big news of 2016. With team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop and a variety of guest hosts and panellists.
3am
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8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 14, Episode 6Jimmy, Jon and Sean are joined by Carol Vorderman, Tony Law, Olympic gymnast Louis Smith, and Alice Levine.
3:05am
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Lee And Dean
Series 2, Episode 6The boys are in Spain and have never been happier. They're working hard and enjoying life in the sun, until a grisly discovery sends them spiralling back to their old ways.
3:20am
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Harry Hill's TV Burp
Series 11, Episode 6This week, Harry's a little concerned about the Sorority Girls, and wonders about different types of biscuits. Meanwhile, things in Albert Square are getting a bit dangerous and stunt doubles have to be called in.
4am
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Duck Quacks Don't Echo
Series 5, Episode 4This week, Lee is joined by Jason Byrne, Danny Dyer and Meera Syal.
4:10am
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Watch Your Stern
Naval comedy. HMS Terrier is thrown into disarray when the top secret plans for a new torpedo are damaged.
4:10am
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Joe Lycett's Got Your Back
Series 1, Episode 6Joe Lycett fights for the consumer rights of the Great British public. This time, Joe and celebrity guest Liza Tarbuck take on the housing market and send a letting agent packing.