Television
TV schedule Wednesday 16th October 2019
6am
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Only When I Laugh
Series 3, Episode 4 - Postman's KnockAgony Aunt Clare Butterfield receives a letter from Worried of Ward 3, but her reply only confuses things...
6:35am
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Twirlywoos
Series 4, Episode 23 - More About All GoneThe Twirlywoos are watching a lady planting carrot seeds in a vegetable patch.
6:55am
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The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 1 - A Starfish Called GarethThe Spuds take the camper van on holiday, and end up at the bottom of the sea. Dave has to resort to a resourceful solution to get help.
7:10am
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The Piglet Files
Series 2, Episode 2 - Red Spy At NightDrummond is more than a little surprised when an agent, buried 12 years ago, rings his front door bell at 11pm with a list of KGB informants and spies. However, he's delighted to find Maxwell's name on the list, and puts Piglet and Dexter on the case immediately. Could it possibly be true?
7:10am
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The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 2 - DonkeyDave rescues an endangered donkey from the docks. Hiding it in the camper van, things take a turn when the donkey eats Gran's glasses.
7:15am
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Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 43 - Goodbye Rubi DoomsdayRubi gets a place in a Summer School for Super Smart Kids, which turns out to be one of Walter's tricks so he can learn the secrets of her new invention.
7:25am
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Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 7 - Lost Tempers In SpaceDanger Mouse and Jeopardy Mouse find themselves stranded on a far-flung planet inhabited by Fly People.
7:35am
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Steptoe And Son
Series 6, Episode 2 - Come DancingAlbert 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.
7:35am
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Bitz & Bob
Series 1, Episode 19 - Jungle Fashion ShowIt's fashion show time. Bitz has designed some fantastic hats, Bob is taking the photographs, Purl is modelling them and Bevel is guiding them through the jungle to find the perfect place to hold the show.
7:45am
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The Zoo
Series 1, Episode 3 - The Lost HopA mystery illness leaves Topaz the kangaroo without a hop and the vets scratching their heads.
8am
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Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 37 - Mount Rushmore, USAWhen the Grimbots add Glitch's face to those of the presidents on Mount Rushmore they cause a major mudslide.
8:10am
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As Time Goes By
Series 3, Episode 2 - Rocky's Wedding DayLionel's father is getting married and Sandy is newly single. Jean and Lionel have key roles to play in the nuptials, but events on the wedding day go awry.
8:35am
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Justin's House
Series 2, Episode 6 - House For SaleWith the help of the noisy neighbour and a few other tricks, Robert and Little Monster concoct a plan to stop Justin selling his house.
8:50am
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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?
8:55am
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On The Buses
Series 4, Episode 3 - Dangerous LivingA newspaper report about the mortality rate of busmen leads everyone to insist Stan loses some weight. He's not pleased, but a date with a much younger clippie makes him think a bit of exercise couldn't hurt.
9:15am
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Minder
Series 3, Episode 6 - Another Bride, Another GroomThe shady dealings of a loveable rogue. The last thing Arthur wants to do on his niece's wedding day is shift a consignment of pornographic magazines.
9:15am
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Sooty
Series 3, Episode 4 - Wild Wild WestIt's cowboy festival time at Slaters but the actor playing Big Bad Pete has not turned up for the water pistol shootout. Guest starring Peter Andre.
9:25am
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Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the fifth series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
9:25am
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On The Buses
Series 4, Episode 5 - Christmas DutyStan and Jack are lumbered with last-minute Christmas Day duty after the rostered clippie falls ill, which spoils the whole family's plans for dinner.
9:25am
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Hank Zipzer
A selection of episodes from the first and second series of the children's sitcom by and starring Henry Winkler.
9:30am
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Twirlywoos
Series 1, Episode 3 - Round And RoundThe Twirlywoos are in a park where they watch a little girl and her dad playing on a roundabout. Back in the boat, the Twirlywoos are visited by the Stop-Go Car, who they chase round and round in circles.
10am
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Man About The House
Series 1, Episode 7 - No Children, No DogsThe flat's thrown into disarray when Robin's friend Larry leaves them with a puppy. With Mr. Roper strictly prohibiting all animals, the trio struggle to keep their new flatmate under wraps.
11:20am
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Chef!
Series 2, Episode 6 - Private LivesGareth is in the stew this week when it seems his entire kitchen staff have brought their personal problems to work on the same day. With the restaurant fully booked for lunch and dinner, he is willing to play social worker if only to get them all back on the job.
11:55am
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Hi-De-Hi!
Series 3, Episode 9 - The Society EntertainerJeffrey Fairbrother decides that a change of voice would be a good idea on Radio Maplin. In the meantime Spike meets his femme fatale which results in a dramatic change in his outlook. Ted has other ideas!
12:35pm
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 3, Episode 7 - What To Wear When YachtingHyacinth plans a nautical supper when one of Sheridan's friends lends them a cruiser for the weekend.
1pm
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Comedy Legends
Series 1, Episode 8 - Morecambe & WiseBarry Cryer pays tribute to Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise, one of British TV's best-loved comedy duos, whose Christmas Day shows became a national institution.
1pm
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Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 46 - Neighbourly BeanAs Mr Bean settles down to watch his favourite TV programme he hears loud noises from next door. He moves from house to garden but can't escape the relentless racket of trumpets, electric drills and screaming babies. Mr Bean's mind turns to thoughts of revenge.
1:15pm
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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?
1:15pm
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Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 15 - Nurse!Envious of all the attention his landlady receives when she breaks her leg, Mr Bean pretends to break his leg too. Then in hospital, he encounters the matron from hell!
1:35pm
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Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 28 - On And OffThe Twirlywoos see a lady and her father sitting in deckchairs at the beach.
1:55pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the fifth series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
2:05pm
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Horrible Histories
Series 8, Episode 1 - Queen Vic's Home VidsA special episode making 200 years since the birth of Queen Victoria. Featuring Victorian fake news, paparazzi, and camera men strapped to the front of moving trains, Queen Victoria shows you how her subjects invented and became obsessed with films!
2:35pm
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The Zoo
Series 1, Episode 3 - The Lost HopA mystery illness leaves Topaz the kangaroo without a hop and the vets scratching their heads.
3:40pm
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Minder
Series 3, Episode 7 - The Birdman Of Wormwood ScrubsEx-con Ernie leaves prison after fourteen years with a quarter of a million stashed away in a bank. Enter the ever-helpful Arthur.
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!
3:50pm
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 3, Episode 7 - What To Wear When YachtingHyacinth plans a nautical supper when one of Sheridan's friends lends them a cruiser for the weekend.
3:50pm
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Scream Street
Series 1, Episode 28 - The Beast WithinLuke is fed up with not being able to control who he is inside, and tries to separate his inner wolf from his human self. But he soon realises they are better together than they are apart.
4pm
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Mr Bean
Series 3, Episode 25 - A Car For IrmaMr. Bean pimps his car in order to prove to Declan - a rival in love - that Bean's car is better.
4:15pm
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Mr Bean
Series 3, Episode 26 - Trophy BeanMr. Bean is forced to baby-sit Mrs. Wicket's nephew on an Outward Bound day course.
4:30pm
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Hi-De-Hi!
Series 3, Episode 9 - The Society EntertainerJeffrey Fairbrother decides that a change of voice would be a good idea on Radio Maplin. In the meantime Spike meets his femme fatale which results in a dramatic change in his outlook. Ted has other ideas!
4:30pm
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The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 13 - Growing PainsDave is given a bulb to grow. Popping it in his lunch box, it isn't long before he discovers it's partial to Betty's sandwiches.
4:45pm
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The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 14 - FuzzypegGeorge adapts the spin cycle of the washing machine causing a black hole to form in the Spuds' kitchen.
4:50pm
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Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 9 - Seattle Space Needle, USAGlitch has attached huge rocket boosters to Grim HQ in an attempt to become the first Grandmaster in space.
5:05pm
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Gigglebiz
Series 5, Episode 3 - Professor Muddles' Rainy DayEverybody is getting wet: Dan Step splashes in some bubbles, the Lost Pirate gets soaked by a hose, and there is a thunderstorm inside Professor Muddles's laboratory.
5:10pm
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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?
5:20pm
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Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 1, Episode 8 - Training WaffleEvie, Doug, Jess and Gramps take Waffle to his first puppy training class. Waffle can't resist causing chaos. Simon stays at home to look for his missing sock.
5:25pm
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Fresh Fields
Series 3, Episode 3 - Moveable FeastsSonia ropes Hester in to deliver part of her Meals on Wheels round, whilst back at home the couple are anticipating their first meeting with new grandson Guy.
5:30pm
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Robin's Nest
Series 2, Episode 1 - As Long As He Needs MeVicky's father, James, is his usual awkward, accident-prone self. Because Vicky has to look after him, Robin is left to manage the bistro himself - or, more precisely, with the help of Albert, his brandy-swigging Irish kitchen help.
5:45pm
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Dad's Army
Series 8, Episode 2 - When You've Got To GoMrs. Pike is shocked to learn that Pike has been successfully called up into the armed forces despite his health. Meanwhile, Mainwaring has set himself the near-impossible task of finding enough people to donate 100 pints of blood.
6pm
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To The Manor Born
Series 1, Episode 2As Mr DeVere - or rather, Mr Polouvicka - takes up residence in the manor, the Lodge also has a new owner. Richard's mother has met the seemingly reclusive resident, but he's yet to come across his new neighbour...
6:25pm
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 6, Episode 6 - Little ProblemsRodney's wedding is approaching and Del has promised him money for the deposit on his new flat. However, he's also unknowingly promised the same money to the Driscoll brothers, two local thugs who he inadvertently did business with. Will it be Rodney's hopes or Del's body to take a beating?
6:40pm
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 1, Episode 5Hyacinth's social standing at a church function is jeopardised when Daisy takes a toyboy and tries to encourage Onslow to become more ardent.
7pm60 min version (repeat)
QI
Series O, Episode 8 - OperationsIf you've ever wondered how to turn a muffin into an offensive weapon, this is the show for you. With Bill Bailey, Rhod Gilbert and Katherine Ryan.
7pm
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Horrible Histories
Series 7, Highlights Special - Savage Songs SpecialRattus attempts to put together his own festival (the delightfully named Glastonsmelly).
7:20pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 21, Episode 2 - Under The RugClegg knows there is trouble ahead when Howard tells him to expect a postal delivery that he doesn't want Pearl to know about.
7:25pm
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Mr Bean
Series 3, Episode 25 - A Car For IrmaMr. Bean pimps his car in order to prove to Declan - a rival in love - that Bean's car is better.
7:40pm
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Dad's Army
Series 8, Episode 3 - Is There Honey Still For Tea?There is some sad news when it is revealed that Godfrey's cottage is to be knocked down in order to make way for a new aerodrome, and Mainwaring struggles to break the news. However, Frazer has a plan that may save the day.
7:40pm
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Mr Bean
Series 3, Episode 26 - Trophy BeanMr. Bean is forced to baby-sit Mrs. Wicket's nephew on an Outward Bound day course.
8pm
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Duck Quacks Don't Echo
Entertainment show hosted by Lee Mack, comprising amazing facts and trivia, and celebrities testing their veracity.
8pm30 min
Your Face Or Mine
Series 6, Episode 3Lea and Wade, a couple dubbed the Posh and Becks of Brighton, judge a variety faces for the chance to win money. Wade's mum still favours Wade's ex - see if Lea has more luck on the show!
8pm60 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You
Series 56, Episode 8Ian and Paul return for another look at the headlines, with guest host Jennifer Saunders and panellists Grayson Perry and Matt Forde.
8:20pm
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 5, Episode 3 - The Longest NightWhile out shopping at Top-Buys, the Trotters are taken to the supermarket manager's office believing that they have won a prize. Instead, they are held hostage when an armed robbery goes wrong.
8:25pm
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All At Sea
Series 2, Christmas SpecialIt's Christmas in Scarborough and Charlie, keen to make money, goes into business as a shopping mall Santa - but can he avoid the anger of local parents and disappointed children? Meanwhile, Hannah is dating a new boy because he gives very expensive Christmas presents, and Louie thinks Santa is a dangerous criminal.
8:30pm
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Your Face Or Mine
Series 1, Episode 1Jimmy Carr and Katherine Ryan host the game show that puts couples to the test. Harry and Charlotte will be forced to judge all kinds of faces for the chance to win thousands of pounds.
9pm
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Fawlty Towers
A selection of episodes from the first series of the hotel-based sitcom.
9pm
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Trollied
A selection of episodes from the fifth series of the supermarket sitcom.
9pm
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Russell Howard Live: Wonderbox
A TV edit of Russell Howard's 2014 DVD.
9pm60 min
Comedy Legends
Series 2, Episode 1 - The Marx BrothersBarry Cryer reviews the timeless vaudeville family, the Marx Brothers.
9pm60 min
Lenny Henry's Race Through Comedy
Episode 2 - Stand-UpStarting with early pioneers such as Charlie Williams and Josh White, black men who braved the tough northern men's working clubs in the 1960s and 70s, the show also marks the start of Lenny Henry's own career.
9pm60 min
Taskmaster
Series 9, Episode 7 - A CuddleAlex Horne lures all five competitors to a remote wasteland for a challenge involving eggs and medical equipment. Meanwhile, David Baddiel spray-paints his face, Rose Matafeo sculpts some vegetables and Jo Brand reveals her stunning psychic superpowers.
9pm60 min
Doc Martin
Series 9, Episode 4 - Paint It BlackMartin has his second GMC assessment - mock surgery - and Buddy is missing. Meanwhile, Ken's arrival does not bring good news for Al and Bert, and Penhale is unhappy with the arrival of his predecessor, Mark Mylow, who tries to take charge of his investigation.
10pm
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Goodness Gracious Me
Series 3, Episode 2This week we take a visit to Asian Childrens' BBC; there's a rendition of Hey Big Spinster; and an embarrassed family struggle to cope with sex on TV.
10pm60 min
Russell Howard & Mum
Globetrotters - Series 2, Episode 2 - Conquering K-Pop In South KoreaForget Gangnan Style, Russell and Ninette are in South Korea and are doing it Oppan Howard style. They are in Seoul and getting fully involved in the music phenomenon of K-pop and transforming themselves into the first and possibly last mother and son K-Pop duo...
10pm30 min
Comedians Giving Lectures
Series 1, Episode 5Sara Pascoe is joined by Lee Ridley (Lost Voice Guy), Chris Ramsey and Desiree Burch.
10pm50 min
Don't Hate The Playaz
Series 2, Episode 4Maya Jama, Romeo, MC Harvey and London Hughes go up against Lady Leshurr, Suzi Ruffell and Aitch as they go head to head in rap battles, dance-offs and freestyling challenges.
10pm30 min
In The Long Run
Series 2, Episode 1Walter has been elected union representative at the factory and is thrown into the deep end when he is forced to tackle a very slippery negotiation that tests his resolve.
10:25pm
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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 14 (Channel 4: Series 15), Episode 4Johnny Vegas and Rhod Gilbert face off against Joe Wilkinson and Roisin Conaty. Tom Allen is in with Susie Dent, and Rachel Riley is in charge of the letters and numbers.
10:30pm
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There's Something About Movies
Series 2, Episode 1Joining Alan and team captains Michael Sheen and Jennifer Saunders for a new bought of movie-flavoured trivia and challenges are star of Willow and Ewok Warwick Davis; looming star of Judge Romesh and Murder In Successville Tom Davis; and esteemed host of the infamous podcast My Dad Wrote A Porno, Alice Levine.
10:35pm
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Live At The Apollo
Series 6, Episode 5 - Stephen K Amos, Jon Richardson, Micky FlanaganWith Stephen K Amos, Jon Richardson and Micky Flanagan.
10:40pm
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Room 101
Series 7, Episode 2 - Alex Brooker, Jeremy Paxman, Sally PhillipsAlex Brooker, Jeremy Paxman and Sally Phillips compete to have their pet hates and peeves consigned to Room 101. Topics include positive thinking, tourist attractions and David Cameron.
11pm
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Urban Myths: Marilyn Monroe & Billy Wilder
Comedy about the filming of Some Like It Hot.
11pm
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The Ricky Gervais Show
Series 3, Episode 9 - EarthIn this show, Ricky, Karl and Stephen discuss the origins of the universe and the evolution of creatures other than humans. Plus, Karl talks about the downside of recycling, world travel and restroom encounters.
11:20pm
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11:30pm
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Urban Myths: Backstage At Live Aid
A comedy drama imagining what happened back stage at the Live Aid event.
11:30pm
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The Ricky Gervais Show
Series 3, Episode 10 - SocietyThis week the trio discuss Ancient Greece and what laws and rules they may have instigated and muse over what life would be like if Karl was made President of Society.
11:30pm
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A League Of Their Own
Series 14, Out-takes - UnseenThe hit panel show runs into extra time with a special episode featuring never-seen-before footage from Season 14.
11:40pm
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Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps
Series 4, Episode 3 - My Delicious GuavaJanet feels lonely and Louise asks to move in. Meanwhile Gaz can't wait to show off at the karaoke night and Munch has developed breasts.
Midnight
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In The Long Run
Series 2, Episode 1Walter has been elected union representative at the factory and is thrown into the deep end when he is forced to tackle a very slippery negotiation that tests his resolve.
Midnight
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Psychobitches
Series 2, Episode 1Rebecca Front returns as the long-suffering psychiatrist holding therapy sessions with some of history's most iconic women.
Midnight
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Jimmy Carr: Making People Laugh
Television broadcast of Jimmy Carr's sixth stand-up DVD.
Midnight
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Mock The Week
Series 13, Episode 8Dara O Briain hosts the topical panel show as guests Rob Beckett, Gary Delaney, Sara Pascoe and Romesh Ranganathan discuss topics including today's Scottish Independence Referendum vote.
12:10am
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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 4 (Channel 4: Series 5), Episode 1Jimmy, Sean and Jon are joined by celebrity guests David Mitchell and Roisin Conaty. Phill Jupitus is in with Susie Dent, while Joe Wilkinson 'helps' Rachel Riley provide the letters and numbers.
12:15am
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Game On
Series 3, Episode 4 - CrabsMandy has invited Archie's mother and sister to the flat for dinner, but has not extended the invitations to Matt or Martin. After struggling to cook dinner, Mandy passes out drunk. However, Matt's charm and Martin's microwave cookery prowess ensure the evening goes well, until a misunderstanding reveals a secret from Mandy's past.
12:15am
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Plebs
Series 5, Episode 4 - The GrumbrellaThere's a heatwave in Rome and Marcus has invested in an exciting new gimmick for the bar - ice. Grumio develops an innovation of his own in the form of a hat-parasol hybrid, which attracts the attention of wealthy entrepreneur Severus. Jason and Aurelius both join male escort agency the Knights of Eros.
12:30am
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Psychobitches
Series 2, Episode 2Jack Whitehall and Sheridan Smith are among the all-star cast undertaking therapy as some of history's most iconic figures, including Sleeping Beauty and Anne Boleyn.
12:40am
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Have I Got News For You
Series 56, Episode 8Ian and Paul return for another look at the headlines, with guest host Jennifer Saunders and panellists Grayson Perry and Matt Forde.
1am
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John Bishop In Conversation With...
Series 3, Episode 6 - John CleeseJohn Cleese discusses his early success as a writer and performer on The Frost Report, being a founding member of Monty Python and star and co-writer of the comedy classic Fawlty Towers. Bishop asks Cleese about his move to Los Angeles and continued success in Hollywood.
1am
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Comedy Legends
Series 1, Episode 8 - Morecambe & WiseBarry Cryer pays tribute to Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise, one of British TV's best-loved comedy duos, whose Christmas Day shows became a national institution.
1am
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Russell Howard's Good News
A selection of episodes from the sixth and seventh series of the satirical comedy.
1:30am
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Live At The Apollo
Series 6, Episode 5 - Stephen K Amos, Jon Richardson, Micky FlanaganWith Stephen K Amos, Jon Richardson and Micky Flanagan.
1:40am
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Live At The Apollo
Series 4, Episode 5 - Lenny Henry, Ed Byrne and Andy ParsonsStand-up comedy from Lenny Henry, Andy Parsons and Ed Byrne.
2:20am
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Harry Hill's TV Burp
Series 11, Episode 4This week, Harry takes a look at Young Apprentice and asks whether meat or tomatoes are better. An eyebrow is raised to Gino D'Acampo's There's No Taste Like Home, and an early chopper is spotted at Downton Abbey.
2:30am
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Duck Quacks Don't Echo
Entertainment show hosted by Lee Mack, comprising amazing facts and trivia, and celebrities testing their veracity.
2:30am
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Judge Romesh
Series 2, Episode 11A spurned spouse tries to get access to his dog-obsessed wife. And a sword swallower tries to resolve his issues with a blindfolded fire juggler.
2:30am
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Frayed
Series 1, Episode 3Sammy goes snooping for evidence to blackmail Chris. Lenny pals up with a fellow misfit and a date lands Jean in hot water.
2:45am
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Harry Hill's TV Burp
Series 11, Highlights Special - The Best Of TV Burp 18Strap in for another rollicking, rip-roaring ride through past TV Burps, as big-collared telly critic Harry Hill presents some of the funniest moments from previous series.
2:55am
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Judge Romesh
Series 2, Episode 12A singer attempts to give her ex band member the elbow. And a ghost hunter is the target of a £3,000 claim from a former boss.
3:10am
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Goodness Gracious Me
Series 3, Episode 2This week we take a visit to Asian Childrens' BBC; there's a rendition of Hey Big Spinster; and an embarrassed family struggle to cope with sex on TV.