Television
TV schedule Wednesday 7th August 2019
6am
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We Joined The Navy
Lieutenant Commander 'Bodger' Badger takes three young recruits under his wing, but they've a lot to learn before making it in the navy.
6am
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Only When I Laugh
Series 2, Episode 1 - Whatever Happened To Gloria Robbins?The trio get into a lather when a glamorous film star arrives on the ward.
7:15am
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Steptoe And Son
Series 7, Episode 3 - Oh, What A Beautiful MourningAlbert Steptoe and his son Harold run a rag and bone business. Harold wants to move on in the world and leave home but his plans are always thwarted.
7:15am
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Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 37 - Grizzly's Great OutdoorsA snake bite causes Grizzly Griller to forget all his survival know-how, so it's down to his greatest fan Dennis to help him re-learn his survival skills so they can all make it safely back to Beanotown.
7:25am
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Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 33 - Licence To CareA mishap on a mission leaves Danger Mouse confused - why is Penfold not talking to him?
7:50am
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Boomers
Series 2, Episode 3 - Naming CeremonyJoyce steals her own granddaughter at her Naming Ceremony for essential Facebook updates, while Carol attempts to publish her own version of Fifty Shades of Grey (and Trevor frets because it might be based on personal experience).
8:25am
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A Sharp Intake Of Breath
Series 3, Episode 1 - The Spare PartA leaky washing machine is only the start of the Barnes's problems. Peter's attempt to acquire the necessary replacement part is easier said than done, especially with British Rail involved.
8:50am
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The Zoo
Series 2, Episode 8 - Happy Birthday to ZooJurgen is convinced that gorillas Geoffrey and Dave and the keepers are throwing him a huge surprise birthday party.
8:55am
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On The Buses
Series 4, Episode 13 - Not TonightNew canteen girl Stella makes a pass at Stan, and - having suffered a long unlucky streak - he is only too happy to jump to her advances. But are her intentions honourable?
8:55am
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Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
9am
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A Sharp Intake Of Breath
Series 3, Episode 2 - Just Cause Or ImpedimentPeter's lined up for best man duties, but first he needs a suit. Then there's the small matter of getting to the church on time.
9:10am
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Minder
Series 3, Episode 4 - Looking For MickeyWhen Mad Micky goes on the run to protest his innocence, Terry has to look after him and Arthur sees his chance of a scoop.
9:15am
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Sooty
Series 2, Episode 15 - The Rainy DayWith heavy rain closing the park and leaks in the caravan roof, Richard's spirits are certainly dampened. Can expert plumbers Sooty and Sweep solve the problem or is everybody in for a super soaking?
9:25am
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On The Buses
Series 5, Episode 1 - The NurseryA nursery is set up for the clippies' children and the Sister in charge requires an assistant. Something surely that even Olive can handle?
9:30am
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The Green Green Grass
Series 4, Episode 3 - Calendar BoysBored with life on the farm, Marlene throws herself into charity work. As a by-product of her efforts, Boycie senses an opportunity to become Sir Aubrey. Marlene, with the help of their staff, tries to use her charity contacts to help her husband achieve his dream. Unfortunately, life is very rarely that simple, particularly where Boycie and Marlene are concerned.
10am
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George & Mildred
Series 4, Episode 2 - Days Of Beer And RosieA stranger arrives in town, asking after George. It soon becomes apparent that he was conceived during a chance 'encounter' on VE night...
10am
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Millie Inbetween
Series 2, Episode 5 - The Guitar HeroMillie is looking forward to going ice skating and getting some rare one-on-one time with her dad. Jake's feeling the same; his real dad is putting in an all-too-rare appearance to take him to the air guitar championships.
10:10am
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Christmas Special - Getting Sam HomeIn answer to his one last request, Compo, Clegg and Foggy reluctantly sneak Sam out of his invalid bed for a final frolic with the not so young as she used to be Lily-Bless-Her. Then - with an unthinking lack of gratitude and a smile on his face - Sam drops them right in it by becoming far more trouble dead than alive...
10:25am
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Dateline Diamonds
A repeat of this 1966 film.
10:25am
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So Awkward
A selection of episodes from the first series of the children's sitcom.
10:30am
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Never The Twain
Series 3, Episode 1 - Taking StockSimon and Oliver undertake a spot of stock taking now that they are in partnership again, but greed and deceit are the order of the day.
11am
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Father, Dear Father
Series 1, Episode 1 - The ProposalPatrick believes his teenage daughters are missing a mother figure in their life - so he sets out to provide them with one.
11:30am
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Father, Dear Father
Series 1, Episode 2 - Pussies GaloreIt's time for Patrick to get his wires crossed when Anna and Karen smuggle a pregnant cat into the house. What he overhears makes him believe he is about to become a grandfather...
12:10pm
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Folly To Be Wise
A repeat of this 1953 film.
12:10pm
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2point4 Children
Series 2, Episode 1 - I'm Going Slightly MadIt's been 14 weeks since Bill left the bakery, and she's starting to feel the pressure of being unemployed. Strange dreams haunt her sleep, and she doesn't know what to do. Ben, meanwhile, has a new assistant, Chris.
12:45pm
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The Green Green Grass
Series 4, Episode 3 - Calendar BoysBored with life on the farm, Marlene throws herself into charity work. As a by-product of her efforts, Boycie senses an opportunity to become Sir Aubrey. Marlene, with the help of their staff, tries to use her charity contacts to help her husband achieve his dream. Unfortunately, life is very rarely that simple, particularly where Boycie and Marlene are concerned.
1:25pm
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Are You Being Served?
Series 6, Christmas Special - Happy ReturnsIt's Young Mr. Grace's birthday and so the staff stage a ballet in his honour.
2pm
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 2, Episode 3 - A Losing StreakDel's been dealt a few dodgy hands by Boycie in their card school and he's losing money rapidly. Believing that a losing streak can't last forever, he invites Boycie round for another poker game to win back his money, and is prepared to back himself with everything he owns... including Grandad's tellies!
2pm
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Passions: Damien Hirst By Harry Hill
Harry Hill pays homage to artist Damien Hirst via a mockumentary.
2pm
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Horrible Histories
Series 8, Episode 3 - Chaotic CollabsAmazing collaborations including Shakespeare brainstorming Macbeth.
2:40pm
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Porridge
Series 1, Episode 3 - A Night InGodber moves into the bottom bunk in Fletcher's cell. Unable to sleep, the two spend the night discussing their hopes, fears, and the lives they left outside.
2:55pm
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Shaun The Sheep
Series 5, Episode 2 - Karma FarmerThe Farmer is stressed out and has had enough of the farm and it's inhabitants. He storms off for a break, suitcase in hand, only to reappear almost immediately, the same, but somehow different. The farm is transformed into a hippy commune where work and chores are abolished and the animals are encouraged to express themselves...
3:05pm
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The Zoo
Series 1, Episode 11 - Into The Lion's DenThe arrival of two new lion cubs at the zoo has whipped all the residents into a frenzy of cuteness.
3:15pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Christmas Special - Getting Sam HomeIn answer to his one last request, Compo, Clegg and Foggy reluctantly sneak Sam out of his invalid bed for a final frolic with the not so young as she used to be Lily-Bless-Her. Then - with an unthinking lack of gratitude and a smile on his face - Sam drops them right in it by becoming far more trouble dead than alive...
3:15pm
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Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 1 - Dark DawnPink Dawn's henchman teddy bear Snuggles is on an angry rampage. He is zapping cuddly toys, bringing them to life as rage-filled criminals.
3:40pm
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Minder
Series 3, Episode 5 - DreamhouseTerry finally gets the chance to taste the high life when he has to mind a singing star's dream home. Arthur, as usual, has other ideas.
3:40pm
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Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 31 - The Fangtom MenacePieface's first sleepover in the den is troubled by spooky tales of a frightening Fangtom and Walter turning up with a demolition gang determined to flatten the den!
4pm
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Bad Robots
Series 1, Episode 3Holiday-makers in Cardiff face a tourist information machine that's full of nonsense facts, commuters keen to get across town are driven nuts trying to order a taxi with Cab B.O.T, and the Construct-a-Bear machine gets saucy in Brighton.
4:10pm
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Diddy TV
Series 1, Episode 1 - MistyDiddy Dick and Dom launch their own television channel. The programmes include Diddy Doctor Who, The Belch and top-rated game show Bees or No Bees.
4:30pm
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Those People Next Door
A repeat of this 1953 film.
4:30pm
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Bad Robots
Series 1, Episode 4B.O.T enforces strict security protocols on clients trying to enter TezCorp HQ.
5:10pm
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Are You Being Served?
Series 6, Christmas Special - Happy ReturnsIt's Young Mr. Grace's birthday and so the staff stage a ballet in his honour.
5:20pm
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 6, Episode 2 - Mrs. RobinsonTracey is worried because Garth is going out with an older woman and Chris has started writing to "express his inner self".
5:50pm
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Porridge
Series 1, Episode 2 - The HustlerGambling fever has hit Slade - subjects include the number of bricks in a cell, and the number of eggs laid by the hens on the prison farm. Fletch has organised a big game in a secret location, but will anyone actually win?
6pm
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Get Some In!
Series 5, Episode 1After just a week in Malta, Leckie, Ken, Lilley and Jakey are dismayed to find themselves re-posted back to Britain, and into the welcoming bosom of RAF Hospital Druidswater.
6pm
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Father, Dear Father
Series 1, Episode 1 - The ProposalPatrick believes his teenage daughters are missing a mother figure in their life - so he sets out to provide them with one.
6pm
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'Allo 'Allo!
Series 5, Episode 10 - René - Under An Assumed NoseOnce again, René goes into hiding when it is believed that he was behind a plot to kill the Generals at their invasion meeting. Unfortunately, he chooses to disguise himself as a General...
6:25pm
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Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
6:30pm
(repeat)
Father, Dear Father
Series 1, Episode 2 - Pussies GaloreIt's time for Patrick to get his wires crossed when Anna and Karen smuggle a pregnant cat into the house. What he overhears makes him believe he is about to become a grandfather...
6:30pm
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 6, Christmas Special - The Jolly Boys' OutingIt's the Nags Head's annual jamboree down to Margate and the Trotters head for the seaside. But with Rodney getting arrested and the coach blowing up the trip is hardly a bundle of laughs...
6:40pm
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Waiting For God
Series 1, Episode 2Facing yet another boring day at Bayview, Tom and Diana take advantage of the sports car her neice has left there whilst on holiday, and tear up the south coast from Bournemouth to Brighton.
7pm
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Goodnight Sweetheart
A selection of episodes from the first series of the time travel sitcom.
7pm
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Taskmaster
Series 6, Episode 3 - One Warm PrawnThe five comedians take a nostalgic trip to childhood as they are compelled to taste-test some mystery baby food, among other odd tasks. As usual, they are judged harshly by Taskmaster Greg Davies, who is aided by resident stats geek, Alex Horne. Plus, Russell Howard presents a nightmarish fairy tale and Liza Tarbuck introduces a plastic lizard to a cordless drill.
7pm
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Horrible Histories
Series 4, Highlights Special - Scary SpecialHorrible Histories favourite Death of 'Stupid Death' fame presents his very own show full of spooky highlights.
7:20pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 16, Episode 1 - The Glory HoleFoggy commandeers a bit of wartime nostalgia in the shape of a hole in the road, which has been abandoned by the council. Despite Compo and Clegg's lack of interest, he lays claim to an old siren which he then exchanges for a genuine cedar flagpole.
8pm
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Duck Quacks Don't Echo
Series 3, Episode 6Journalist and radio presenter John Humphrys, Irish stand-up comedian Ed Byrne and Humans and The IT Crowd actress Katherine Parkinson all join Lee Mack for his fun and fact-filled panel show.
8:20pm
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 2, Episode 3 - A Losing StreakDel's been dealt a few dodgy hands by Boycie in their card school and he's losing money rapidly. Believing that a losing streak can't last forever, he invites Boycie round for another poker game to win back his money, and is prepared to back himself with everything he owns... including Grandad's tellies!
8:30pm
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Millie Inbetween
Series 2, Episode 3 - Take A HikeMillie turns teen and has her first crush, while Craig gets a Saturday job and Lauren takes a hike.
9pm
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The Two Ronnies
Series 3, Episode 7Hugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.
9pm
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Blackadder
Black Adder The Third, Episode 1 - Dish And DishonestyThe House of Commons, now led by William Pitt the Younger, sets out to bankrupt the Prince Regent. Blackadder has a plan to stop them, but it'll involve a rigged by-election and new MP - there's only one man for the job...
9pm
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Trollied
A selection of episodes from the second series of the supermarket sitcom.
9pm60 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 16, Episode 9Jack Dee, Claudia Winkleman, Josh Widdicombe and Trevor Noah are the guests booked this week.
9pm60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo
Series 13, Episode 4 - Henning Wehn, Lucy Porter, Guz KhanIn this episode, the eccentric Henning Wehn introduces to the stage the delightful Lucy Porter and the hilarious Guz Khan.
9:40pm
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Blackadder
Black Adder The Third, Episode 3 - Nob And NobilityThe Scarlet Pimpernel is at the height of his activities sneaking aristocrats out of revolutionary France, and Blackadder is not too pleased at the sudden overrunning of London with the objectionable garlic-munchers. He decides to prove the Pimpernel's actions as overrated by rescuing an aristo himself - or not...
9:50pm
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The Two Ronnies
Series 3, Christmas Special - The Two Ronnies Old Fashioned Christmas MysteryHugely popular and long-running sketch show that established Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker as two of the biggest names in British comedy.
10pm60 min
Jon Richardson: Ultimate Worrier
Series 2, Episode 6 - PeopleJon Richardson and guests Josh Widdicombe, John Robins and Holly Walsh discuss, categorise and rank worries to do with People - are greetings getting out of hand? Are robots doing all our thinking? And how is Josh offending so many people over text?
10:05pm30 min
GameFace
Series 2, Episode 4Marcella stars in a TV advert, but the part is more than she bargained for. At a session with her life coach, student Frances cross-examines Marcella on what she'll do with the advert money. Marcella celebrates her good luck with margaritas forgetting she has signed up for a creative writing class. Lucy and Caroline are going to Billy's housewarming party but Marcella says she won't go because Simon will be there...
10:20pm
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Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps
Series 6, Episode 4 - CauliflowerDonna gives Gaz the answer to his marriage proposal. Janet finds a new way of providing for her child - the only problem is, it's illegal. Louise meets her real dad for the first time, but he is more interested in getting to know Jonny.
10:30pm
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Porridge
A selection of three episodes of the prison-based sitcom.
10:35pm60 min
Sean Lock: Keep It Light
TV broadcast of Sean Lock's 2017 DVD-released stand-up show, Keep It Light.
10:55pm60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo
Series 9, Episode 6 - Nina Conti, Rob Beckett, JimeoinNina Conti presents, with special guests Rob Beckett and Jimeoin.
11pm
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Shelley
Series 1, Episode 1 - Moving InShelley and Fran go flat hunting. But by far the best of the bunch has a downside - the landlady, who doesn't exactly take a shine to James!
11pm
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Facejacker
Series 2, Episode 6Terry Tibbs launches his own US version of The Apprentice called The Apprentibbs, in a bid to find a new business partner, but the search is undermined by another of the Facejacker's characters.
11pm60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo
Series 11, Episode 2 - Dara O Briain, Zoe Lyons, Paul ChowdhryThe famously quick-witted Dara O Briain introduces two of comedy's biggest stars - razor-sharp comic Zoe Lyons and the talented Paul Chowdhry.
11:15pm
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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 10 (Channel 4: Series 11), Episode 7David Mitchell and Cariad Lloyd take on Jon Richardson and Russell Howard. Sam Simmons joins Countdown's resident lexicographer Susie Dent.
11:30pm
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Shelley
Series 1, Episode 2 - The Nelson TouchThe gents at the Labour Exchange are sick of seeing Shelley, week-in, week-out, and subject him to a grilling. He's not fazed - but Fran revealing that she's pregnant gets him on the lookout for a job, at long long last.
Midnight
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Never The Twain
Series 2, Episode 6 - The More We Are TogetherIt has always seemed sensible to the people close to Simon and Oliver that they should stop their fighting and go back in to business together - so sensible that nobody would ever expect them to do it?!
Midnight
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Taskmaster
Series 6, Episode 3 - One Warm PrawnThe five comedians take a nostalgic trip to childhood as they are compelled to taste-test some mystery baby food, among other odd tasks. As usual, they are judged harshly by Taskmaster Greg Davies, who is aided by resident stats geek, Alex Horne. Plus, Russell Howard presents a nightmarish fairy tale and Liza Tarbuck introduces a plastic lizard to a cordless drill.
Midnight
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Micky Flanagan: Back In The Game
East End comic Micky Flanagan returns with his second, highly anticipated stand-up show, Back In The Game.
12:30am
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Never The Twain
Series 3, Episode 1 - Taking StockSimon and Oliver undertake a spot of stock taking now that they are in partnership again, but greed and deceit are the order of the day.
12:30am
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Inside No. 9
Series 1, Episode 4 - Last GaspA legendary singer passes away... leaving something very valuable behind.
12:40am
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Minder
Series 3, Episode 5 - DreamhouseTerry finally gets the chance to taste the high life when he has to mind a singing star's dream home. Arthur, as usual, has other ideas.
1am
(repeat)
Father, Dear Father
Series 1, Episode 1 - The ProposalPatrick believes his teenage daughters are missing a mother figure in their life - so he sets out to provide them with one.
1am60 min version (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News
Series 1, Episode 7Topical news show hosted by comedian Russell Howard, who offers his unique perspective on the big stories dominating the media across TV, online and in print.
1am
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Mock The Week
Series 11, Episode 1Dara O'Briain, Hugh Dennis, Andy Parsons and Chris Addison return for a new series of the topical show. Micky Flanagan, Nathan Caton and Greg Davies are the guests.
1:10am
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Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps
Series 6, Episode 4 - CauliflowerDonna gives Gaz the answer to his marriage proposal. Janet finds a new way of providing for her child - the only problem is, it's illegal. Louise meets her real dad for the first time, but he is more interested in getting to know Jonny.
1:30am
(repeat)
Father, Dear Father
Series 1, Episode 2 - Pussies GaloreIt's time for Patrick to get his wires crossed when Anna and Karen smuggle a pregnant cat into the house. What he overhears makes him believe he is about to become a grandfather...
1:40am
(repeat)
Birds Of A Feather
Series 6, Episode 2 - Mrs. RobinsonTracey is worried because Garth is going out with an older woman and Chris has started writing to "express his inner self".
1:40am50 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo
Series 13, Episode 4 - Henning Wehn, Lucy Porter, Guz KhanIn this episode, the eccentric Henning Wehn introduces to the stage the delightful Lucy Porter and the hilarious Guz Khan.
1:50am
(repeat)
Harry Hill's TV Burp
A selection of three episodes from Harry Hill's take on a week of telly.
2am
(repeat)
Shelley
Series 1, Episode 1 - Moving InShelley and Fran go flat hunting. But by far the best of the bunch has a downside - the landlady, who doesn't exactly take a shine to James!
2am
(repeat)
2:20am
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The Lateish Show With Mo Gilligan
Series 1, Episode 3Mo chews the fat with actor David Schwimmer, comedian and writer Aisling Bea, actress, comedian and singer-songwriter Jada Pinkett Smith and musician Ricky Wilson.
2:30am
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Shelley
Series 1, Episode 2 - The Nelson TouchThe gents at the Labour Exchange are sick of seeing Shelley, week-in, week-out, and subject him to a grilling. He's not fazed - but Fran revealing that she's pregnant gets him on the lookout for a job, at long long last.
2:30am
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Comedy Central At The Comedy Store
Series 4, Episode 3 - Katherine Ryan At The Comedy StoreThis episode is hosted by Katherine Ryan and stars Elliot Steel, Tom Allen and John Robins.
2:30am
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Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled
Series 2, Episode 6Anything goes as Alan Davies and guests Ross Noble, Janet Street-Porter, Angela Barnes and Michael Ball are given free reign to chinwag about Cher, crossbows and The Archers.
3am
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Duck Quacks Don't Echo
Series 3, Episode 6Journalist and radio presenter John Humphrys, Irish stand-up comedian Ed Byrne and Humans and The IT Crowd actress Katherine Parkinson all join Lee Mack for his fun and fact-filled panel show.
3:05am
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Spaced
Series 1, Episode 4 - BattlesWhilst Tim and Daisy argue over the ownership of a dog, he also goes paintballing with Mike where he sees Duane for the first time since Sarah left him. Mike makes a big sacrifice for Tim as he seeks his ultimate vengeance. Brian reminisces about his childhood pet.
3:20am
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Mock The Week
Series 9, Episode 11Dara O Briain and the team look back over another week's events. Featuring guests Ed Byrne, Jack Whitehall, Chris Addison and Miles Jupp.
3:45am
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The Chris Ramsey Show
Series 1, Episode 8Iain Stirling and Lolly Adefope are on the sofa this week and Chris challenges them to play a game of NIDHOGG, whilst legging it on a running machine. Also on the show, Made In Chelsea's Jamie Laing assists Chris for his challenge on a train, but will they find someone willing to have their hair cut by Chris?