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Television

TV schedule Saturday 7th December 2019

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (repeat)
On The Buses. Olive (Anna Karen). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 7, Episode 7 - Goodbye Stan

With the cost of living heading ever-upwards, Stan's had enough and decides to apply for a different job: at a car factory. In the north!

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 6:20am (repeat)
Twirlywoos. Copyright: Ragdoll Productions / DHX Media

Twirlywoos

Series 3, Episode 20 - More About On And Off

The Twirlywoos learn about On and Off by watching a man trying shoes on and taking them off in a shoe shop. Later, they encounter an octopus that jumps on and off everyone it sees.

U&Drama channel logo 7:10am (repeat)
Lovejoy. Lovejoy (Ian McShane). Copyright: FremantleMedia

Lovejoy

Series 1, Episode 6 - To Sleep No More

Even though it plays a beautiful tune, Lovejoy guesses the silver snuff-box is a fake. But is it the clue to a hidden store of valuable antiques?

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:10am (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 5, Episode 4 - Baa-d Hair Day

The flock don't recognise Shaun when he loses one his most distinctive features. His old pal Bitzer helps him track down the lost thatch, but not before Shaun becomes very attached to one of the chickens.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:20am (repeat)
Danger Mouse

Danger Mouse

Series 1, Episode 12 - Big Penfold

The world is in jeopardy and the only thing that can save it is a 1,000ft Penfold.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:25am (repeat)
Citizen Khan. Image shows from L to R: Dave (Matthew Cottle), Mr Khan (Adil Ray). Copyright: BBC

Citizen Khan

Series 2, Christmas Special

Mrs Khan is determined to hold a traditional 'family Christmas' - their first ever. Mr Khan is far more concerned with how much he can donate for sale at the mosque's charity Christmas fayre.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:30am (repeat)
Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!. Copyright: Beano Studios

Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!

Series 1, Episode 33 - Ralf's Last Prank

When Dennis and the gang think they have caused Ralf to lose his job, they're determined to make his last day at Bash Street School totally blam by setting up the greatest prank Ralf's ever known.

BBC Two 7:40am
The Amelia Gething Complex. Amelia (Amelia Gething)

The Amelia Gething Complex

Series 1, Episode 7 - Love

Amelia sets Vinny up on a series of strange dates. Wallace gets engaged to a cake.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 7:50am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 3, Episode 14 - Bean Bug

Mr. Bean becomes Mrs. Wicket's house-mate when he suffers a flea infestation. Will they get on?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:55am (repeat)
Citizen Khan. Image shows from L to R: Alia (Bhavna Limbachia), Mr Khan (Adil Ray), Shazia (Maya Sondhi), Amjad (Abdullah Afzal), Mrs Khan (Shobu Kapoor). Copyright: BBC

Citizen Khan

Series 3, Christmas Special - A Khan Family Christmas

It's Christmas Eve, ten months after Shazia and Amjad's wedding. Mr Khan is feeling extremely festive.

U&Drama channel logo 8am (repeat)
Lovejoy. Lovejoy (Ian McShane). Copyright: FremantleMedia

Lovejoy

Series 1, Episode 7 - The Real Thing

Lovejoy decides to leave the district for a while after pulling one trick too many on his arch-rival, Gimbert. But a part-time job threatens to land him in bigger trouble.

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

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 25 - Komodo National Park, Indonesia

When Grandmaster Glitch supersizes a fierce komodo dragon, the Go Jetters must find the size ray to fix the glitch.

BBC Two 8am
The Amelia Gething Complex. Amelia (Amelia Gething)

The Amelia Gething Complex

Series 1, Episode 8 - Food

With nothing left in the fridge, Amelia and Poppy go cabbage hunting. Wallace thinks he has found the world's last dragon egg.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 8:10am (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

Series 1, Episode 14 - Fuzzypeg

George adapts the spin cycle of the washing machine causing a black hole to form in the Spuds' kitchen.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:25am (repeat)
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 2, Episode 5 - Incredible Duck Trek

Mummy duck is trying to lead her ducklings from their nest in Bitz's castle to the lake, but it's a long way, so Bitz and Bob help guide them there safely.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:30am (repeat)
The Two Ronnies. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies

A selection of three episodes featuring Barker and Corbett.

ITVBe 9:15am (repeat)
Sooty. Richard (Richard Cadell). Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 2, Episode 25 - Panto Palaver

When the actors for Mr Slater's pantomime don't turn up, Sooty, Sweep and Soo perform instead. Will The Wicked Bunny have Little Blue Riding Hood for his supper, or can Sooty the woodcutter come to her rescue?

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

Mr Bean

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

Talking Pictures TV 9:30am (repeat)
Catch Us If You Can. Image shows from L to R: Steve (Dave Clark), Dinah (Barbara Ferris). Copyright: STUDIOCANAL

Catch Us If You Can

Comic adventure film starring pop group The Dave Clark Five.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:30am (repeat)
The Dog Ate My Homework

The Dog Ate My Homework

Series 7, Episode 2

Luke v Yasmine. Lauren Layfield is joined by Adam B and team captains Luke and Yasmine, with guests, Marek Larwood, Helen Bauer, Jenny Bede and Nathan Caton.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:55am (repeat)
Strange Hill High. Image shows from L to R: Becky Butters, Mitchell Tanner, Templeton. Copyright: BBC / Factory Transmedia

Strange Hill High

Series 2, Episode 5 - Big Templeton Is Watching You!

A new school security system is installed - and the cameras seem to record what happens in the future. When Templeton becomes security monitor and goes mad with this incredible, all-seeing power, the very existence of Strange Hill is threatened.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 11am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 6, Episode 4 - Arthur Is Dead, Long Live Arthur

Faced by a massive tax demand, Arthur considers taking his own life.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:20am (repeat)
The Zoo

The Zoo

Series 2, Episode 11 - Jurgen and the Giant Poopsicle

It's the hottest day of the year and the zoo's keepers are busy delivering ice lollies to keep the animals cool.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 11:25am (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 2, Highlights Special - Waffle So Far

Simon and Waffle are home alone. Simon recalls the first time he met Waffle as a pup, and the pair share memories of the Wonder Dog becoming part of the Brooklyn-Bell family.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:30am (repeat)
Miranda. Image shows from L to R: Tilly (Sally Phillips), Gary (Tom Ellis), Stevie (Sarah Hadland), Miranda (Miranda Hart), Penny (Patricia Hodge), Clive (James Holmes). Copyright: BBC

Miranda

Series 2, Episode 6 - The Perfect Christmas

Miranda tries to have the perfect Christmas in the final episode of the comedy series but, with a mum and dad like hers, it's not easy.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:30am (repeat)
Diddy TV. Copyright: BBC

Diddy TV

Series 1, Episode 6 - He Ain't Heavy

Diddy Dick Dom have their very own TV station. Shows include The Diddy Step and there is street magic in Abracamazing.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:05pm (repeat)
A Grand Day Out With Wallace And Gromit. Credit: BBC, Channel 4 Television Corporation, Aardman Animations

A Grand Day Out With Wallace And Gromit

Oscar-nominated claymation in which a Yorkshireman and his canine companion venture to the Moon.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:35pm (repeat)
The Wrong Trousers. Credit: Aardman Animations

The Wrong Trousers

Oscar-winning claymation from Nick Park. It is Gromit's birthday, and Wallace gives him a pair of mechanical techno trousers that cause a stir.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 12:50pm (repeat)
So Awkward. Copyright: Channel X North

So Awkward

Series 5, Christmas Special - All We Want For Christmas

Can Lily, Martha, Jas, Ollie, Rob and Sid handle the pressure of a perfect Christmas?

U&Drama channel logo 1pm (repeat)
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph), Tracey Stubbs (Linda Robson). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

Series 6, Christmas Special - Christmas In Dreamland

Sharon falls asleep and enters a parallel universe in which she is the wealthy sister, Tracey is the poor relation and Dorien is Doreen her char lady...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:15pm (repeat)
A Close Shave. Credit: BBC, Aardman Animations

A Close Shave

Wallace's whirlwind romance with the proprietor of the local wool shop puts his head in a spin; but not all is well for Gromit.

CITV 1:25pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

A selection of episodes from the animated series starring Johnny Vegas.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:55pm (repeat)
A Matter Of Loaf And Death. Copyright: Aardman Animations

A Matter Of Loaf And Death

A spoof of murder mysteries is in store as Wallace and Gromit start running their own bakery: Top Bun. However, there's a Cereal Killer on the loose.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 3pm (repeat)
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 9 - Losing Steam

Bitz, Bob and Bevel are racing across the desert in a steam train to deliver ice cream for the opening of Purl's ice cream parlour.

Talking Pictures TV 3:30pm (repeat)
Catweazle. Catweazle (Geoffrey Bayldon). Copyright: London Weekend Television

Catweazle

Children's fantasy comedy drama series.

CITV 3:30pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

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

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 3:35pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 44 - Whistler Mountain, Canada

The Go Jetters are on Whistler Mountain in Canada, doing some skiing and checking out the amazing cable car.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:35pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Uncle Albert (Buster Merryfield), Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Christmas Special - The Frog's Legacy

At Trigger's niece Lisa's wedding, down in Hampshire, Del bumps into his mum's old best mate, Trigger's auntie Irene. Over a few drinks, Reenie lets slip a tale of hidden treasure and 1960s intrigue. Just what's the truth in the rumours of Freddy the Frog?

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 5pm (repeat)
GiggleQuiz. Justin Fletcher. Copyright: BBC

GiggleQuiz

Series 1, Episode 3 - The Lost Pirate's Treasure

The Lost Pirate's search for buried treasure makes a mess in the GiggleQuiz studio. Meanwhile, Nana Knickerbocker's panto bees hunt for her missing keys in a gloopy Panto Showdown.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:55pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Alice Tinker (Emma Chambers), Hugo Horton (James Fleet). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 2, Christmas Special - Engagement

Alice is concerned. She and Hugo mightn't have been romantically linked for long, but she's known him for 26 years and they've still never kissed - is she so unattractive? When the inevitable eventually happens, David is far from pleased, and Hugo has an important decision to make.

U&Dave channel logo 6pm (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 episodes from the fourth series of the lie-based panel game.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:45pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French), Jim Trott (Trevor Peacock). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

1996 Specials, Christmas Special - The Christmas Lunch Incident

It's the Vicar's second Christmas in Dibley, and she has to make her sermon a good one "or you've lost them to Satan till next December". An arguably greater worry, however, is the three Christmas dinners Geraldine's agreed to eat. But she can pull it off - right?

Talking Pictures TV 7:40pm (repeat)
The Lady Vanishes

The Lady Vanishes

Comic mystery film, remake of the Hitchcock classic.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:50pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Image shows left to right: Ebenezer Blackadder (Rowan Atkinson), Baldrick (Tony Robinson). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

1988 Specials, Christmas Special - Blackadder's Christmas Carol

Ebenezer Blackadder is the kindest man in England, until a visit from the Spirit of Christmas helps him to see the error of his ways.

Comedy Central 8pm (repeat)
Blockbusters. Image shows from L to R: James Acaster, Dara O Briain, Jordan Banjo, Scarlett Moffatt. Copyright: Thames

Blockbusters

Series 2, Christmas Special

Christmas celebrity special where I'm A Celebrity stars Scarlett Moffatt and Jordan Banjo take on comedian James Acaster.

U&Dave channel logo 8pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lee (Lee Mack), Lucy (Sally Bretton). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

A selection of episodes from the ninth and tenth series of the Lee Mack sitcom.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
Rob And Romesh Vs. Image shows from L to R: Rob Beckett, Anthony Joshua, Romesh Ranganathan. Copyright: CPL Productions

Rob And Romesh Vs

Series 1, Episode 6 - Anthony Joshua: Revisited

Rob Becket and Romesh Ranganathan are off to catch up with the Heavyweight Champion of The World, Anthony Joshua.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 8:20pm
60 min
Michael McIntyre's Big Show. Harry Redknapp. Copyright: Hungry McBear

Michael McIntyre's Big Show

Series 5, Episode 3

Harry Redknapp hands over his phone to play Send To All. Michael also wakes up one of the biggest boy bands in the world, for an extra special Midnight Gameshow With Westlife.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:30pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Jalaal Hartley, Jessica Ransom, Lolly Adefope, Ryan Sampson

Horrible Histories

Series 7, Special - Monstrous Musicians

Horrible Histories reveals history's most monstrous musicians for the BBC's Music Day. From the earliest screeches of the neanderthal, right through to Jimi Hendrix burning his guitar, Rattus Rattus guides us through the story of music making, even bumping into Simon Cowell at Beethoven's 'H Factor' audition.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:50pm (repeat)
Upstart Crow. Image shows from L to R: Will Shakespeare (David Mitchell), Queen Elizabeth (Emma Thompson). Copyright: BBC

Upstart Crow

Series 2, Christmas Special - A Christmas Crow

The Shakespeares are planning a lovely cosy Christmas with just the family up in Stratford.

U&W channel logo 9pm (repeat)
The Catherine Tate Show. Catherine Tate

The Catherine Tate Show

A selection of episodes from the third series of the sketch series.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 9pm (repeat)
Scot Squad. Chief Commissioner Cameron Miekelson (Jack Docherty). Copyright: The Comedy Unit

Scot Squad

Special - The Chief's Election Interviews

Chief Commissioner Miekelson talks to politicians ahead of the election, and offers some of his own advice.

Comedy Central 9pm (repeat)
Kevin Bridges - The Story Continues. Kevin Bridges. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Kevin Bridges - The Story Continues

Young Scottish stand-up comic Kevin Bridges performs his second live tour in front of a packed-out Glasgow arena crowd.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 9:30pm (repeat)
Two Doors Down. Image shows from L to R: Cathy (Doon Mackichan), Beth (Arabella Weir). Copyright: BBC

Two Doors Down

Series 1, Episode 3

There's tennis trouble in store for Eric and Colin - and they haven't a sporting chance against Christine.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:40pm (repeat)
The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Dave Best (Craig Cash), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Antony Royle (Ralf Little)

The Royle Family

Special - The Queen Of Sheba

Nearly seven years on, and now living with the Royles, Nana is bedridden and the centre of attention. Jim is, unsurprisingly, not best pleased. Meanwhile, Antony is a businessman; Denise is pregnant again; and poor Cheryl is still trying to lose weight and find love.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 10pm (repeat)
The Legend Of Barney Thomson. Image shows from L to R: Holdall (Ray Winstone), Barney (Robert Carlyle), Cemolina (Emma Thompson)

The Legend Of Barney Thomson

An awkward Glaswegian barber leaves behind his mediocre life to take up serial killing.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Dave Gorman: Terms And Conditions Apply. Image shows from L to R: Suzi Ruffell, Rufus Hound, Dave Gorman, Katherine Ryan. Copyright: Avalon Television

Dave Gorman: Terms And Conditions Apply

Episode 7 - Shot Through The Face With A Cannon

Dave Gorman is joined by Suzi Ruffell, Rufus Hound and Katherine Ryan.

BBC Two 10:15pm
45 min version
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Nish Kumar, Sandi Toksvig, Holly Walsh, Ade Adepitan. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series Q, Episode 5 - Questions & Qualifications

With Ade Adepitan, Nish Kumar and Holly Walsh.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 10:25pm
65 min
The Jonathan Ross Show. Jonathan Ross. Copyright: Hot Sauce / ITV Studios

The Jonathan Ross Show

Series 15, Episode 13 - The Who, Jeremy Clarkson, Samson Kayo

A special appearance by one of the most famous bands in the history of music, The Who, chatting and performing in the studio ahead of their first new album in 13 years. Also appearing are The Grand Tour and Who Wants to Be A Millionaire? host Jeremy Clarkson, and Bafta-nominated actor Samson Kayo.

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 6, Christmas Special - Jingle B***s!

Flat share sitcom following security salesman Gary and his lodger, as they attempt to navigate the opposite sex.

BBC Two 11pm
45 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Gary Delaney, Sarah Millican, Laura Lexx, Ahir Shah. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 14, Christmas Special

The funny and fabulous Sarah Millican introduces king of the one-liner Gary Delaney, the effervescent Laura Lexx and the incredibly sharp Ahir Shah to the stage.

U&Dave channel logo 11pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 14, Episode 5

Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis are joined by 5 guests: Ed Byrne, Matt Forde, Milton Jones, Zoe Lyons and Josh Widdicombe.

5Star 11:20pm (repeat)
Kevin & Perry Go Large. Image shows from L to R: Kevin (Harry Enfield), Perry (Kathy Burke)

Kevin & Perry Go Large

Film spin-off for the popular Harry Enfield characters. Kevin and Perry visit Ibiza.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 11:30pm (repeat)
The State Of It. Image shows from L to R: Nathan Byrne, Rachel Jackson, Robert Florence. Copyright: The Comedy Unit

The State Of It

Episode 3 - Identity

The State Of It looks at the issue of identity. Pity Party dig into their DNA, with unsettling results, while Leyla Josephine takes aim at modern day beauty regimes. Bigg Taj teaches The State Of It team a lesson in Punjabi heritage; Robert hosts a controversial new game show; and The Beatles are culturally re-assessed to question whether their musical creations still cut it with the uber-woke.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 11:30pm (repeat)
The Russell Howard Hour. Image shows from L to R: Carole Cadwalladr, Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

The Russell Howard Hour

Series 3, Episode 5

Russell chats with award-winning journalist Carole Cadwalladr, and goes hot tugging with Queer Eye's Tan France.

U&Dave channel logo 11:40pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Andy Parsons. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 14, Episode 6

Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis are joined by Ed Byrne, Rob Beckett, Ed Gamble, Sara Pascoe and Romesh Ranganathan.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 11:50pm (repeat)
Play To The Whistle. Image shows from L to R: Jake Humphrey, Frank Lampard, Romesh Ranganathan, Holly Willoughby, Seann Walsh, Rob Beckett, Bradley Walsh, Sam Quek. Copyright: Hungry Bear Media

Play To The Whistle

Series 3, Episode 3

Holly Willoughby, Frank Lampard and Bradley Walsh are joined by GB hockey Olympic gold medallist Sam Quek, sports presenter Jake Humphrey and comedian Rob Beckett.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV Midnight (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Image shows from L to R: Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French), Jim Trott (Trevor Peacock). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

1996 Specials, Christmas Special - The Christmas Lunch Incident

It's the Vicar's second Christmas in Dibley, and she has to make her sermon a good one "or you've lost them to Satan till next December". An arguably greater worry, however, is the three Christmas dinners Geraldine's agreed to eat. But she can pull it off - right?

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:10am (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 1, Episode 4 - Competition Time

Ted's excited. He thinks he's got a good chance of winning the all-priests lookalike show this year. Sadly, neither Jack nor Dougal are particularly inventive souls...

U&Dave channel logo 12:20am
60 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Lee Mack. Copyright: Hat Trick Productions / BBC

Have I Got News For You

Series 55, Episode 3

Ian and Paul return with further topical comedy games.Regular captains Ian Hislop and Paul Merton are joined by guest host Lee Mack and panellists Janet Street-Porter and Sara Pascoe.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:40am (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 1, Episode 5 - And God Created Woman

Ted ends up playing host to one of his favourite novelists, the rather attractive Polly Clarke. Meanwhile, a group of Nuns are also scheduled to pay visit to Craggy island.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1am (repeat)
The Royle Family. Image shows from L to R: Denise Royle / Best (Caroline Aherne), Dave Best (Craig Cash), Jim Royle (Ricky Tomlinson), Antony Royle (Ralf Little)

The Royle Family

Special - The Queen Of Sheba

Nearly seven years on, and now living with the Royles, Nana is bedridden and the centre of attention. Jim is, unsurprisingly, not best pleased. Meanwhile, Antony is a businessman; Denise is pregnant again; and poor Cheryl is still trying to lose weight and find love.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 1:20am (repeat)
Minder. Image shows from L to R: Arthur Daley (George Cole), Terry (Dennis Waterman)

Minder

Series 6, Episode 5 - From Fulham With Love

Arthur extends the grasping hand of free enterprise across the Iron Curtain when a Russian ship arrives in port, but finds himself involved in a diplomatic situation.

U&Dave channel logo 1:20am (repeat)
Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish. Dave Gorman. Copyright: Liberty Bell

Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish

Series 4, Episode 1 - It Was An Accident And I Was Hospitalised

Dave addresses so-called guilty pleasures and how some fans of things can take all of the fun out of liking something.

Channel 4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 1:25am (repeat)
The Last Leg. Image shows from L to R: Josh Widdicombe, Adam Hills, Alex Brooker

The Last Leg

Series 18, Special - Pre-Elegtion Special

In an extended episode airing a week before the 2019 General Election, Adam, Josh and Alex are joined by Stacey Dooley, Noel Fielding and Jamali Maddix. The show will scrutinise the last-ditch attempts by parties to get voters on board, making their final predictions on the outcome and encouraging viewers to get out and vote.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 1:45am (repeat)
Through The Keyhole. Chris Kamara. Copyright: Talkback

Through The Keyhole

Series 5, Episode 7

The star-studded panel for this edition of the rebelliously revelatory programme are comedian Paddy McGuinness, soap star Catherine Tyldesley, and football legend Chris Kamara.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 1:55am (repeat)
On The Buses. Olive (Anna Karen). Copyright: London Weekend Television

On The Buses

Series 7, Episode 8 - Hot Water

Now that Stan's left home, Blakey moves in as Mum and Olive's lodger. Unfortunately his meddling quickly puts an end to the immersion heater in the hot water tank and when he and Jack try to fix it, things only get worse!

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 2am (repeat)
Duck Quacks Don't Echo. Image shows from L to R: Joe Lycett, Lee Mack, Claudia Winkleman, Johnny Vegas. Copyright: Magnum Media

Duck Quacks Don't Echo

Series 5, Episode 3

Lee Mack is joined by Claudia Winkleman, Johnny Vegas and Joe Lycett.

Comedy Central Extra 2am (repeat)
A Gert Lush Christmas. Image shows from L to R: Dan Colman (Russell Howard), Lisa (Hannah Britland). Copyright: Avalon Television

A Gert Lush Christmas

One-off comedy special from siblings Russell Howard and Kerry Howard.

U&Dave channel logo 2:25am (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lee (Lee Mack), Lucy (Sally Bretton). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

A selection of episodes from the ninth and tenth series of the Lee Mack sitcom.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:35am (repeat)
Upstart Crow. Image shows from L to R: Will Shakespeare (David Mitchell), Queen Elizabeth (Emma Thompson). Copyright: BBC

Upstart Crow

Series 2, Christmas Special - A Christmas Crow

The Shakespeares are planning a lovely cosy Christmas with just the family up in Stratford.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 3am (repeat)
Duck Quacks Don't Echo. Image shows from L to R: Danny Dyer, Lee Mack, Meera Syal, Jason Byrne. Copyright: Magnum Media

Duck Quacks Don't Echo

Series 5, Episode 4

This week, Lee is joined by Jason Byrne, Danny Dyer and Meera Syal.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:20am (repeat)
Marley's Ghosts. Image shows from L to R: Michael Walton (Nicholas Burns), Marley Wise (Sarah Alexander), Adam Wise (John Hannah), Vicar (Jo Joyner)

Marley's Ghosts

Series 2, Episode 6 - Christmas

Set against a backdrop of the local nativity play, some shocking news sets Adam and Michael against each other. By the end of this episode, things will never be the same for Marley and her ghosts.

Comedy Central Extra 3:20am (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jason Manford. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 6, Episode 2

With John Bishop, Kelly Osbourne, Canadian Mike Wilmot and Dragon's Den millionaire Theo Paphitis.

Talking Pictures TV 3:40am (repeat)
Clockwise. Image shows from L to R: Brian Stimpson (John Cleese), Laura Wisely (Sharon Maiden)

Clockwise

Manic comedy about the misadventures of an obsessively punctual comprehensive school headmaster, starring John Cleese.

Comedy Central Extra 3:45am (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jason Manford. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 6, Episode 3

With Frankie Boyle, Vanessa Feltz, Lee Mack and ex-Hollyoaks star Matt Littler.

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