British Comedy Guide

Television

TV schedule Saturday 20th June 2020

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (repeat)
Man About The House. Image shows from L to R: Chrissy Plummer (Paula Wilcox), Robin Tripp (Richard O'Sullivan), Jo (Sally Thomsett). Copyright: Thames Television

Man About The House

Series 5, Episode 2 - Right Said George

Robin is in a musical mood, but with no apparent aptitude for the guitar, Chrissy introduces him to the Ropers' piano. Meanwhile, George's beloved banger of a car is on its last legs.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:15am (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Series 4, Episode 21 - The Intruder

When the Farmer tasks Bitzer with ridding the farm of a pesky crow, Shaun comes up with an ingenious disguise to fool the intruder. However, the plan backfires when he's suspected of being the crazed chicken thief of Mossybottom Farm.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Highlights Special - Yule Only Watch Twice

Danger Mouse and Penfold's friendship comes under scrutiny in this double-length Christmas episode.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:30am (repeat)
Bob Monkhouse... The Million Joke Man. Copyright: Rain Media Entertainment

Bob Monkhouse... The Million Joke Man

Episode 2 - The King Of The Gameshows

Paul O'Grady looks at Bob Monkhouse's career during the 1970s and 1980s, with the help of rare and often previously unseen archive.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:45am (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.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 7:45am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 32 - Magpie

When nursing an injured magpie in his room, Mr Bean makes the discovery that magpies steal things that sparkle. When the police arrive to investigate the theft of his landlady's jewellery, it is not just Mr Bean who needs to take flight.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20am (repeat)
Still Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Gastric (Tim Healy), Mrs Hussein (Nina Wadia), Madge (Brigit Forsyth), Cyril (Kulvinder Ghir), Granville (David Jason), Wet Eric (Johnny Vegas), Mavis (Maggie Ollerenshaw), Leroy (James Baxter), Boyfriend (Matthew Mellalieu), Kath Agnew (Sally Lindsay), Mr Newbold (Geoffrey Whitehead), Elsie Bridges (Janine Duvitski), Mrs Featherstone (Stephanie Cole). Copyright: BBC

Still Open All Hours

Series 3, Christmas Special

Granville and Gastric find themselves playing marriage counsellors, whilst Leroy adopts a festive disguise to avoid relationship trouble of a different kind.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:20am (repeat)
Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Series 2, Episode 13 - Timmy's Plane

Finlay makes a fantastic paper plane and Timmy tries to copy him, but his versions won't fly as well.

U&Drama channel logo 9am (repeat)
Lovejoy. Lovejoy (Ian McShane). Copyright: FremantleMedia

Lovejoy

Series 5, Episode 7 - Stones of Destiny

Lovejoy invites a suspicious Charlotte away for a weekend, but their trip to Wales turns out to be a hunt for a murderer.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9am (repeat)
Ricky & Ralf's Very Northern Road Trip. Image shows from L to R: Ralf Little, Ricky Tomlinson. Copyright: North One Television

Ricky & Ralf's Very Northern Road Trip

Episode 6

It's the final leg of the duo's tour - and a homecoming. Ralf tries to conquer a childhood food fear at Bury Market - while Ricky brings his TV son to some favourite haunts in Liverpool.

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

Mr Bean

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

ITVBe 9:55am (repeat)
Sooty. Copyright: Tivoli Media

Sooty

Series 1, Episode 15 - The Children's Party

It's the grand opening of Slater's Children's Club and Sooty, Sweep and Soo are helping Richard organise a party.

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

Lovejoy

Series 5, Episode 8 - Poetic Licence

When Charlotte asks Lovejoy to help her value the contents of a private nursing home it seems straightforward enough - until there is an attempt on Lovejoy's life.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10am (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason), Grandad (Lennard Pearce). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

A selection of 17 episodes of the David Jason sitcom.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 10:35am (repeat)
Justin's House. Image shows from L to R: Justin (Justin Fletcher), Little Monster, Robert the Robert (Steven Kynman). Copyright: BBC

Justin's House

Series 4, Episode 10 - Just Us

Justin, Robert and Little Monster are excited to spend the day with all their friends, but wake to discover that nobody is there.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:40am (repeat)
Diddy TV. Copyright: BBC

Diddy TV

Series 3, Episode 2 - Diddy Pooper

Featuring full schedule of Diddy TV that includes Ninja Diddy Worriers, live coverage of The World Bundle Championship, and a new series of Bottom Gear looking at some of the best pants on the market.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 10:55am (repeat)
The Dog Ate My Homework

The Dog Ate My Homework

Series 7, Episode 3

Finlay v Lily. Darren Harriott is joined by Adam B and team captains Finlay and Lily with guests Sam & Mark, Maisie Adam and Vic Cook.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 11:30am (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 1, Episode 10 - Waffle's Visit

The Brooklyn-Bells take Waffle round to Mrs Hobbs' house to show her what a good dog he's become. She's very impressed until she discovers Waffle has gone missing.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 11:40am (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 1, Episode 11 - Waffle Misses Doug

Doug's mum, Zoe, brings surprises for the Brooklyn-Bells, but Waffle is sad because Doug is going to stay with her for a few days. Mrs Hobbs watches Waffle with new spy equipment.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:45am (repeat)
4 O'Clock Club. Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Club

Series 9, Episode 2 - Anniversary

Eleesha celebrates her seven-year friend-i-versary with Fleur - but Katie has other ideas!

U&Drama channel logo 1pm (repeat)
Shakespeare & Hathaway - Private Investigators. Image shows from L to R: Luella Shakespeare (Jo Joyner), Frank Hathaway (Mark Benton). Copyright: BBC

Shakespeare & Hathaway - Private Investigators

Series 1, Episode 6 - Exit, Pursued By A Bear

Frank and Lu investigate death threats made against a former soap star who is about to stage her return to the limelight.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 2:10pm (repeat)
Chicken Run

Chicken Run

Award-winning animation telling the story of a band of hens doomed to a life of egg-laying on a Yorkshire chicken farm.

CITV 2:35pm (repeat)
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

A selection of episodes from the from the first series of the animated children's comedy.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 3:05pm (repeat)
Bitz & Bob

Bitz & Bob

Series 1, Episode 3 - Ready, Set, Check

It's race day in Craft City and Bob is determined to come first and win the trophy, until disaster strikes and his go-kart starts falling apart! Has Bitz got a solution?

CITV 3:15pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

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

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 3:15pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 2, Episode 6 - Machu Picchu, Peru

The Go Jetters head to the ancient Peruvian city of Machu Picchu to watch Kyan compete in the Inca Trail Marathon.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 3:25pm (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 4, Episode 8 - Waffle's Homework

Waffle's forgotten to do his homework, and Mr Nolan decides if he can continue as a pupil.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 5:30pm (repeat)
Mr. Bean. Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson)

Mr. Bean

Episode 1 - Mr. Bean

In this original award-winning episode, Mr. Bean takes an exam, sunbathes and goes to church with Richard Briers - driving badly all the way!

U&W channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Outnumbered. Image shows from L to R: Ben (Daniel Roche), Pete (Hugh Dennis), Jake (Tyger Drew-Honey), Karen (Ramona Marquez), Sue (Claire Skinner). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Outnumbered

A selection of episodes from the third series of the semi-improvised sitcom.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 6pm (repeat)
Mr. Bean. Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson)

Mr. Bean

Episode 2 - The Return Of Mr. Bean

Rowan Atkinson stars as the inimitable individual who turns the most ordinary situations into moments of excruciating embarrassment. In this edition, Mr. Bean visits a department store and gets carried away.

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 third series of the lie-based panel game.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 6:40pm (repeat)
Bend It Like Beckham. Image shows from L to R: Jess Bhamra (Parminder Nagra), Jules Paxton (Keira Knightley)

Bend It Like Beckham

The comic tale of a young Asian woman who joins the local semi-professional football team but opts not to tell her traditionalist family.

U&Dave channel logo 8pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Daisy (Katy Wix), Lee (Lee Mack), Lucy (Sally Bretton)

Not Going Out

Series 7, Christmas Special - Wedding

The will-they-won't-they tension between Lee and Lucy reaches new highs in this epic series finale for Christmas, as the couple find themselves in previously uncharted emotional water.

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

Rob And Romesh Vs

Series 1, Episode 5 - Country Music

Rob and Romesh hang out with the biggest selling female country star of all time, Shania Twain.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:30pm (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Mathew Baynton, Martha Howe-Douglas, Laurence Rickard. Copyright: Lion Television / Citrus Television

Horrible Histories

Series 3, Episode 5

The Frightful French feature in this episode as King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette go on Historical Wife Swap with some starving French peasants.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Lee (Lee Mack)

Not Going Out

Series 8, Episode 1 - Romance

Viewers last saw Lee and Lucy as a newlywed couple just having their first baby. Fast-forward seven years and baby Charlie now has five year-old twin siblings, Benji and Molly.

U&Dave channel logo 9:40pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Andy Parsons, Dara O Briain, Hugh Dennis. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 13, Episode 6

Dara O Briain and the team put the week's events under their comedy microscope and examine the results with guests Ed Byrne, Milton Jones, Russell Kane and Zoe Lyons.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:20pm (repeat)
Sandylands. Image shows from L to R: Nathan Wild (Simon Bird), Tina Taylor (Harriet Webb), The One-Eyed man (Hugh Bonneville), Emily Verma (Natalie Dew), Derek Swallows (David Walliams), Jeannie Swallows (Sophie Thompson), Terry Chino (Craig Parkinson). Copyright: King Bert Productions

Sandylands

A repeat-run of the entire Gold sitcom.

U&Dave channel logo 10:20pm (repeat)
Big Zuu's Big Eats. Image shows from L to R: Jamali Maddix, Big Zuu. Copyright: Boomerang

Big Zuu's Big Eats

Series 1, Episode 6 - Jamali Maddix

On the latest leg of his road trip, Zuu ventures into the unknown - travelling from his native West London, all the way to Hackney in East London to cook for comedian Jamali Maddix.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 11pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Image shows left to right: Jill Scott, Romesh Ranganathan, Micah Richards, Mo Gilligan, Jamie Redknapp

A League Of Their Own

A selection of five episodes of the sports-based panel game.

Comedy Central 11pm (repeat)
Paddy McGuinness Live. Paddy McGuinness

Paddy McGuinness Live

Patrick McGuinness performs a live show at Manchester's MEN.

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

Mock The Week

Series 13, Episode 7

Dara O Briain hosts the topical panel show as guests Ed Byrne, Gary Delaney, Katherine Ryan and Josh Widdicombe take a satirical swipe at the week's news.

4seven logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Katherine Ryan

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 15 (Channel 4: Series 16), Special - All-Women Special

Katherine Ryan guest hosts a very special all female edition celebrating 100 years of women's suffrage. Roisin Conaty and Jessica Hynes take on Sara Pascoe and Lolly Adefope in the classic words and numbers quiz. Morgana Robinson appears in character as Natalie Cassidy alongside Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while maths whizz Rachel Riley looks after the numbers.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm (repeat)
Father Ted. Image shows from L to R: Father Dougal McGuire (Ardal O'Hanlon), Father Ted Crilly (Dermot Morgan), Mrs Doyle (Pauline McLynn), Father Jack Hackett (Frank Kelly). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Father Ted

Series 2, Episode 7 - Rock A Hula Ted

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

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 11:05pm (repeat)
Agatha Raisin. Image shows from L to R: Agatha Raisin (Ashley Jensen), James Lacey (Jamie Glover), Sir Charles Fraith (Jason Merrells), Roy Silver (Mathew Horne)

Agatha Raisin

Series 3, Episode 3 - The Deadly Dance - Part 1

Business has been booming ever since Agatha solved the mystery surrounding the haunting of Ivy Hall. However, she's left in a foul mood when she discovers the newspaper article about her recent exploits has been sabotaged by Inspector Wilkes who claims she's nothing more than an amateur who got lucky.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 11:30pm (repeat)
Play To The Whistle. Image shows from L to R: Ore Oduba, Frank Lampard, Romesh Ranganathan, Holly Willoughby, Seann Walsh, Kevin Bridges, Bradley Walsh, Ashley Cole. Copyright: Hungry Bear Media

Play To The Whistle

Series 3, Episode 4

Footballer Ashley Cole, Strictly Come Dancing champion Ore Oduba and comedian Kevin Bridges join the teams, with regulars Romesh Ranganathan and Seann Walsh to help.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:40pm (repeat)
Father Ted. Image shows from L to R: Father Dougal McGuire (Ardal O'Hanlon), Father Ted Crilly (Dermot Morgan), Mrs Doyle (Pauline McLynn), Father Jack Hackett (Frank Kelly). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Father Ted

Series 2, Episode 8 - Cigarettes And Alcohol And Rollerblading

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

U&Dave channel logo 11:40pm
60 min version
(repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Danny Dyer

Have I Got News For You

Series 56, Episode 9

Ian and Paul return for another look at the headlines, with guest host Danny Dyer and panellists Sara Pascoe and Judy Murray.

Comedy Central Midnight (repeat)
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Agatha Raisin. Image shows from L to R: George Felliet (Adam Garcia), Roy Silver (Mathew Horne)

Agatha Raisin

Series 3, Episode 4 - The Deadly Dance - Part 2

The case grows more complex when a would-be assassin drops dead in Agatha's kitchen, but the target of the killer still needs to be determined.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:15am (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Jimmy Carr

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 15 (Channel 4: Series 16), Episode 2

Jimmy Carr hosts a brand new episode with Sean Lock and Katherine Ryan who take on Jon Richardson and Joe Wilkinson in the classic words and number quiz. Dr John Cooper Clarke joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while maths whizz Rachel Riley looks after the numbers.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20am (repeat)
Inside No. 9. Image shows from L to R: Craig (Philip Glenister), Archie (Reece Shearsmith), Kevin (Jason Watkins), Malcolm (Steve Pemberton). Copyright: BBC

Inside No. 9

Series 3, Episode 2 - The Bill

A group of friends go for a night out at a local restaurant. Soon an argument erupts about who is going to pay the bill.

U&Dave channel logo 12:40am (repeat)
Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish. Dave Gorman

Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish

Series 2, Episode 2 - Winston Churchill's Pants

Sharp stand-up from Dave Gorman, who answers life's burning questions. What is Richard Branson capable of? And should David Dickinson be stopped?

U&Drama channel logo 1am (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Series 9, Episode 1 - You Can't Manufacture Happy Endings For Everybody

Sandy's boyfriend calls at the house to tell Sandy some important news, and Jean is desperate to know what it is. And Alistair cannot decide whether to concentrate on his work or love life.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1am (repeat)
Inside No. 9. Image shows from L to R: Professor Squires (Steve Pemberton), Nina (Alexandra Roach). Copyright: BBC

Inside No. 9

Series 3, Episode 3 - The Riddle Of The Sphinx

Nina thinks Professor Squires has all the answers when, actually, neither has a clue what the future holds.

Comedy Central Extra 1am (repeat)
Comedy Store. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Store

Mickey is stressed with life in the middle class and the amount of ketchup given in restaurants! Learn of his days as an international lover, dreams of being a van driver and more at the Comedy Store!

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 1:15am (repeat)
Mr. Bean. Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson)

Mr. Bean

Episode 1 - Mr. Bean

In this original award-winning episode, Mr. Bean takes an exam, sunbathes and goes to church with Richard Briers - driving badly all the way!

Comedy Central Extra 1:30am (repeat)
Soho Theatre Live. Richard Gadd

Soho Theatre Live

Episode 4 - Richard Gadd

Richard Gadd takes to the stage running on a treadmill as he metaphorically flees from his inner demons and the psychological 'monkey' on his back. The comedian powerfully tackles issues of masculinity and mental health in this bold show.

U&Drama channel logo 1:40am (repeat)
Lovejoy. Lovejoy (Ian McShane). Copyright: FremantleMedia

Lovejoy

Series 5, Episode 7 - Stones of Destiny

Lovejoy invites a suspicious Charlotte away for a weekend, but their trip to Wales turns out to be a hunt for a murderer.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:40am (repeat)
U&Dave channel logo 1:40am (repeat)
Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled. Image shows from L to R: Sindhu Vee, Elis James, Alan Davies, David Baddiel, Beattie Edmondson. Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled

Series 5, Episode 5

Alan Davies plays host to Sindhu Vee, Elis James, Beattie Edmondson and welcomes back David Baddiel to the show as they examine celebrities, free bibles, Euro 96 and some very strange bed & breakfast experiences.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 1:50am (repeat)
Mr. Bean. Mr. Bean (Rowan Atkinson)

Mr. Bean

Episode 2 - The Return Of Mr. Bean

Rowan Atkinson stars as the inimitable individual who turns the most ordinary situations into moments of excruciating embarrassment. In this edition, Mr. Bean visits a department store and gets carried away.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 2:25am (repeat)
Hey Tracey!. Image shows from L to R: Matt Edmondson, Sair Khan, Sam Thompson, Joel Dommett, Scarlett Moffatt, Kem Cetinay, Desiree Burch

Hey Tracey!

Series 1, Episode 4

Matt Edmondson, Sair Khan, Sam Thompson, Kem Cetinay, Desiree Burch and Scarlett Moffatt make cold calls to businesses to try to get the answers to quiz questions and win money for members of the public.

U&Drama channel logo 2:35am (repeat)
Lovejoy. Lovejoy (Ian McShane). Copyright: FremantleMedia

Lovejoy

Series 5, Episode 8 - Poetic Licence

When Charlotte asks Lovejoy to help her value the contents of a private nursing home it seems straightforward enough - until there is an attempt on Lovejoy's life.

U&Dave channel logo 2:35am (repeat)
Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled. Image shows from L to R: Lou Sanders, Jack Dee, Alan Davies, Ian Stone, Katy Brand. Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled

Series 5, Episode 6

Alan Davies plays host to Katy Brand, Ian Stone and welcomes the return of Jack Dee and Lou Sanders as they chat about chocolate, stag and hen nights, bomb scares and, of course, private parts.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:25am (repeat)
Inside No. 9. Image shows from L to R: Professor Squires (Steve Pemberton), Nina (Alexandra Roach). Copyright: BBC

Inside No. 9

Series 3, Episode 3 - The Riddle Of The Sphinx

Nina thinks Professor Squires has all the answers when, actually, neither has a clue what the future holds.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 3:25am (repeat)
Father Ted. Image shows from L to R: Father Dougal McGuire (Ardal O'Hanlon), Father Ted Crilly (Dermot Morgan), Mrs Doyle (Pauline McLynn), Father Jack Hackett (Frank Kelly). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions

Father Ted

Series 2, Episode 7 - Rock A Hula Ted

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

Talking Pictures TV 4:30am (repeat)
Two On The Tiles. Image shows from L to R: Dick Lawson (Hugh McDermott), Madeleine (Ingeborg Wells)

Two On The Tiles

A husband and wife are blackmailed by their butler with evidence of separate nights out.

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