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TV schedule Saturday 25th July 2020

Talking Pictures TV 6:05am (repeat)
Talking Pictures TV

She Shall Have Music

A repeat of this 1935 film.

ITV4 logo. Credit: ITV 6:05am (repeat)
Only When I Laugh. Image shows from L to R: Dr. Gordon Thorpe (Richard Wilson), Roy Figgis (James Bolam), Norman Binns (Christopher Strauli), Archie Glover (Peter Bowles). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

Only When I Laugh

Series 3, Episode 3 - The Right Honourable Gentleman

An MP concerned with the spiralling costs of the NHS is admitted for treatment, but refuses to sign a petition to save the hospital.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7am (repeat)
Porridge: Inside Out. Image shows from L to R: Tony Osoba, Sam Kelly, Christopher Biggins. Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Porridge: Inside Out

Episode 1 - Sent Down

First of a three-part special giving a fascinating insight into one of the most-loved sitcoms of all time, with help from the show's creators, Clement and La Frenais.

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

Shaun The Sheep

Series 5, Episode 1 - Out Of Order

When the farmer gets stuck in the Loo, Bitzer has to get vital supplies to him as a matter of urgency. His is initial efforts end in failure and he drafts in Shaun and the gang to help out.

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

Danger Mouse

Series 2, Episode 34 - Force Of Nature

Danger Mouse's over-reliance on gadgets prompts Colonel K to send his top agent on a tech-free nature retreat.

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

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 17 - Gadget Kid

Mr Bean is dogged by a young Japanese boy in the Science Museum and takes an instant dislike to the scallywag, until he sees what he has in his knapsack - gadgets so cool that you cannot get them in the West. So when a security guard tries to ruin their fun, they run away together - to Mars!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:50am (repeat)
The Green Green Grass. Image shows from L to R: Boycie (John Challis), Marlene Boyce (Sue Holderness). Copyright: Shazam Productions

The Green Green Grass

Series 4, Episode 8 - One Man's Junk

The Antiques Roadshow comes to Ludlow, and Marlene, already in the middle of a house makeover, sees an opportunity to have her old bric-a-brac valued by experts. She is not alone, as Elgin, Bryan, Jed and Mrs Cakeworthy have exactly the same idea. Surprisingly it is Boycie, with a little help from Tyler, who discovers the really valuable antique.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 7:50am (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 1, Episode 46 - Maasai Mara National Park, Kenya

The team roars into action as Glitch tries to take a selfie with a lion in the Maasai Mara.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 8:25am (repeat)
Timmy Time. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Timmy Time

Series 1, Episode 10 - Timmy Plays Ball

The class learns how to play football but Timmy keeps hogging the ball. Ruffy and Paxton get bored.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:30am (repeat)
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Fletch (Kevin Bishop), Joe Lotterby (Dave Hill), Barry (Colin Hoult). Copyright: BBC

Porridge

Episode 1 - The Go-Between

Fletch has taken to helping his fellow inmates with appeals, letters home to loved ones and the like. But when Barry's girlfriend comes to visit, things get complicated.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:30am (repeat)
Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Gemma Whelan, Ryan Sampson, Tom Stourton

Horrible Histories

Series 8, Episode 2 - Viking Eye For The Straight Guy

The Horrible History of (often literally) dressing to kill.

Talking Pictures TV 8:40am (repeat)
The House In Nightmare Park. Copyright: Associated London Films Limited / Extonation Productions Limited

The House In Nightmare Park

Frankie Howerd plays actor Foster Twelvetrees, invited to perform at an eery country estate.

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

Lovejoy

Series 6, Episode 4 - Double Edged Sword

Tough businessman Frank Whymark hires Lovejoy to recover a priceless Samurai sword stolen from his home.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:05am (repeat)
Are You Being Served?. Image shows from L to R: Mrs. Betty Slocombe (Mollie Sugden), Miss Shirley Brahms (Wendy Richard), Mr. Dick Lucas (Trevor Bannister), Mr. Cuthbert Rumbold (Nicholas Smith), Mr. Mash (Larry Martyn), Mr. Ernest Grainger (Arthur Brough), Mr. Wilberforce Humphries (John Inman), Captain Stephen Peacock (Frank Thornton). Copyright: BBC

Are You Being Served?

Series 7, Episode 4 - Mrs. Slocombe, Senior Person

Mrs. Slocombe is appointed temporary floor manager while Mr. Rumbold recovers from food poisoning, and no one is happy about it.

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.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9:50am (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 episodes from the seventh series of the David Jason sitcom.

ITVBe 9:55am (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?

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

Lovejoy

Series 6, Episode 5 - Guns And Roses

Lovejoy takes a valuable gun to a famous gunsmith whose Soho shop is now the target of unscrupulous landlords. But the gun is stolen and Lovejoy's dinnerwith Charlotte is interrupted by the police who arrive in force to arrest him.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 10:30am (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 1 - Justin's Last Badge

Things don't quite go as planned when Justin tries to get his last and most important Rambling Ranger badge - the Wild Camping badge.

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

Diddy TV

Series 3, Episode 7 - Hot Gadgetz

Featuring the show that looks at some of the hottest new technology around - it's Hot Gadgetz. A celebrity takes on the highest dive ever in Splosh, and it's the return of another celebrity challenge show, Can We Be Magic?

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

The Dog Ate My Homework

Series 7, Episode 8

Darren Harriott and prankster Adam B are joined by team captains Kieron and Leah and special guests Jarred Christmas, Elf Lyons, Robin Morgan and Thanyia Moore.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 11:20am (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 1, Episode 4 - Waffle Explores

It's Evie and Doug's first playdate together with their friends. They try out their new ball pit, but Waffle can't join in because he's not toilet trained. He finds fun elsewhere.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11:55am (repeat)
4 O'Clock Club. Copyright: BBC

4 O'Clock Club

Series 9, Episode 7 - Fishing

Nunn is forced to spend quality time with Henry and takes him on a weekend fishing trip.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:05pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Image shows from L to R: Private Godfrey (Arnold Ridley), Lance Corporal Jones (Clive Dunn), Private Walker (James Beck), Captain Mainwaring (Arthur Lowe), Private Frazer (John Laurie), Sergeant Wilson (John Le Mesurier), Private Pike (Ian Lavender)

Dad's Army

Series 1, Episode 4 - The Enemy Within The Gates

A free Polish officer tells Mainwaring that an award of £10 will be given to the platoon for every German they find "alive and in good condition". Jones, Walker and Pike soon find a couple of Luftwaffe men, but not before they accidentally shoot a swan!

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:45pm (repeat)
Gavin & Stacey. Image shows from L to R: Bryn (Rob Brydon), Gwen (Melanie Walters), Nessa (Ruth Jones), Stacey (Joanna Page), Gavin (Mathew Horne), Smithy (James Corden), Pam (Alison Steadman), Mick (Larry Lamb). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Gavin & Stacey

Series 1, Episode 5

The bride-to-be has her hen party, while Gavin embarks on two stag nights.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:20pm (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 episodes from the seventh series of the David Jason sitcom.

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

The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud

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

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 3:05pm (repeat)
Go Jetters. Copyright: BBC

Go Jetters

Series 3, Episode 20 - Go Jet Academy: Sea Arch Escape

The Go Jetters race to save Tala and Xuli, who are trapped beneath a collapsing sea arch.

CITV 3:15pm (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 3:30pm (repeat)
Waffle The Wonder Dog

Waffle The Wonder Dog

Series 1, Episode 4 - Waffle Explores

It's Evie and Doug's first playdate together with their friends. They try out their new ball pit, but Waffle can't join in because he's not toilet trained. He finds fun elsewhere.

U&Drama channel logo 4pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

New Year Special - The Man Who Nearly Knew Pavarotti

Wesley nearly runs over Billy Ingleton, giving Foggy the opportunity to prove his outstanding talents as a concert promoter.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 4:30pm (repeat)
Shaun The Sheep. Copyright: Aardman Animations / BBC

Shaun The Sheep

Christmas Special - The Farmer's Llamas

When the Farmer and Bitzer go to a Country Fair, Shaun steals away with them intent on causing mischief.

U&Drama channel logo 5:20pm (repeat)
Still Open All Hours. Granville (David Jason). Copyright: BBC

Still Open All Hours

Pilot, Episode 1 - Still Open All Hours

Granville attempts to get a date with old flame Mavis without her terrifying sister Madge finding out; Leroy shuns the old delivery bike and finds an altogether more attractive way to deliver the orders; and a sneaky new plan to shift a lot of anchovy paste has some rather surprising side effects.

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 three episodes from the semi-improvised sitcom.

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 three episodes of the lie-based panel game.

Comedy Central 8pm (repeat)
Michael McIntyre's Big Show. Image shows from L to R: Michael McIntyre, Stuart Beech. Copyright: Hungry McBear

Michael McIntyre's Big Show

Series 4, Episode 2

This week there's a spectacular musical performance from the one and only Kylie, and audience members are in for a big surprise when they end up taking part in a very special karaoke - or should that be Kylie-oake? Doctor Who star Bradley Walsh hands over his phone to play Celebrity Send To All, and Michael makes an airline pilot's dreams of performing on the west end stage come true, as he becomes the Unexpected Star.

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 series of the Lee Mack sitcom.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 8pm (repeat)
A League Of Their Own. Copyright: CPL Productions

A League Of Their Own

Series 13, Episode 7

Mad challenges await ex-Spice Girl Geri Horner, Chelsea legend John Terry and funnyman Josh Widdicombe as they team up with Jamie, Freddie and Romesh for another riotous round of the James Corden-hosted hit show. On the cards this week is a heady heading challenge and a splashing, slam-dunking race through water.

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 11

David Baddiel steps back in time and stars as Vincenzo Larfoff to deliver another not-so Scary Story about Aztec Emperor Motecuhzoma.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow. Michael McIntyre. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow

Series 1, Episode 5 - Belfast

Comedy sensation Michael McIntyre is in Belfast as he continues his Saturday night entertainment show. Local hero Patrick Kielty is the headline act this week at the Waterfront Hall. Michael is also joined on stage by Neil Delamere, Jeff Green and Kerry Godliman.

U&W channel logo 10pm (repeat)
The Catherine Tate Show. Catherine Tate

The Catherine Tate Show

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

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll). Copyright: BBC

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Series 2, Episode 5 - Mammy's Going

When Spartacus the old family dog starts looking poorly, the Brown children reluctantly decide the time has come to put her in a home.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 10pm (repeat)
In The Long Run. Image shows from L to R: Kobna (Sammy Kamara), Valentine (Jimmy Akingbola), Mama (Ellen Thomas), Walter (Idris Elba)

In The Long Run

Series 3, Episode 1

As Walter worries about whether his life on the Eastbridge will make his Mama proud, Valentine worries that Kobna is taking his place as the favourite one.

BBC Scotland channel. Copyright: BBC 10pm (repeat)
Not Another Happy Ending. Copyright: Synchronicity Films

Not Another Happy Ending

Romantic comedy starring Karen Gillan as a writer who gets a severe case of writers' block.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain

Mock The Week

A selection of three episodes from the satirical panel game.

U&Drama channel logo 10:20pm (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, Episode 4 - Watching TV

When Tony's relentless cheerfulness gets everyone down, the others decide that humiliation is the only answer.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40pm (repeat)
Smack The Pony. Image shows from L to R: Fiona Allen, Sally Phillips, Doon Mackichan

Smack The Pony

A selection of episodes from the second and third series of the all-women sketch show.

Comedy Central 11pm (repeat)
Jason Manford Live. Jason Manford. Copyright: Channel X

Jason Manford Live

Jason Manford employs his acute observational humour to talk us through the rules of driving, urinal etiquette and the lies that dads tell.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:05pm (repeat)
Sarah Millican: Thoroughly Modern Millican Live. Sarah Millican. Copyright: Chopsy Productions

Sarah Millican: Thoroughly Modern Millican Live

TV broadcast of Sarah Millican's hit 2012 live stand-up DVD, recorded at the Hammersmith Apollo.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 11:30pm (repeat)
The Russell Howard Hour. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

The Russell Howard Hour

Series 2, Episode 1

Russell returns to mock the madness of the news. He talks Isis with New York Times journalist Rukmini Callimachi and gets päntsdrunk with Greg Davies.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 11:35pm (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.

BBC Two 11:55pm (repeat)
Just Jim. Jim (Craig Roberts). Copyright: Vox Pictures

Just Jim

Quirky comedy about a quiet Welsh teenager's attempts to become more cool with the help of a new American neighbour.

Comedy Central Midnight
60 min version
(repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Series 8, Episode 12

More comedy with Russell Howard.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight
60 min version
(repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Image shows left to right: Ian Hislop, Paul Merton. Credit: Matt Crockett

Have I Got News For You

Series 57, Episode 7

Comedian Rhod Gilbert guest presents. Fellow comedian Tom Allen & broadcaster Emma Barnett appear as panellists alongside team captains Ian Hislop & Paul Merton.

More4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:10am (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Copyright: ITV Studios / Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown

Series 6 (Channel 4: Series 7), Episode 17

Sean Lock and Greg Davies take on Jon Richardson and Holly Walsh. Susie Dent is joined by Vic Reeves in Dictionary Corner, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 12:30am (repeat)
The Russell Howard Hour. Alesha Dixon. Copyright: Avalon Television

The Russell Howard Hour

Series 2, Episode 2

Join Russell for his take on current affairs as he mocks the madness of the news, talks with Alesha Dixon and tries Chinese therapy with Jimmy Carr.

Talking Pictures TV 12:55am (repeat)
The Man Who Loved Redheads. Image shows from L to R: Young Mark (Jeremy Spenser), Sylvia (Moira Shearer). Copyright: London Films

The Man Who Loved Redheads

Young peer and junior diplomat Mark is obsessed by the face of a redheaded girl whom, in his boyhood, he vowed he would love to eternity.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:55am (repeat)
Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow. Michael McIntyre. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow

Series 1, Episode 5 - Belfast

Comedy sensation Michael McIntyre is in Belfast as he continues his Saturday night entertainment show. Local hero Patrick Kielty is the headline act this week at the Waterfront Hall. Michael is also joined on stage by Neil Delamere, Jeff Green and Kerry Godliman.

Comedy Central 1am (repeat)
Your Face Or Mine. Image shows from L to R: Katherine Ryan, Jimmy Carr. Copyright: Talkback

Your Face Or Mine

A selection of episodes from the fifth series.

U&Dave channel logo 1am (repeat)
Red Dwarf. Credit: BBC

Red Dwarf

Series V, Episode 3 - Terrorform

When Rimmer and Kryten go moon hopping, Kryten ends up getting injured. When Lister and Cat rescue him, he explains to them that the planet they are on is made up of Rimmer's mind.

Sky Two logo. Copyright: Sky 1:30am (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 episodes from the ninth series of the sports-based panel game.

U&Dave channel logo 1:40am (repeat)
Jon Richardson: Ultimate Worrier. Image shows from L to R: David O'Doherty, Jon Richardson, James Acaster. Copyright: Talkback

Jon Richardson: Ultimate Worrier

Series 1, Episode 6 - Technology

Jon is troubled by technology. James Acaster and David O'Doherty address his worries about smartphones, becoming a viral sensation and boozing in virtual pubs.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:55am (repeat)
Smack The Pony. Image shows from L to R: Fiona Allen, Sally Phillips, Doon Mackichan

Smack The Pony

A selection of episodes from the second and third series of the all-women sketch show.

Comedy Central Extra 2am (repeat)
Michael McIntyre's Big Show. Image shows from L to R: Michael McIntyre, Stuart Beech. Copyright: Hungry McBear

Michael McIntyre's Big Show

Series 4, Episode 2

This week there's a spectacular musical performance from the one and only Kylie, and audience members are in for a big surprise when they end up taking part in a very special karaoke - or should that be Kylie-oake? Doctor Who star Bradley Walsh hands over his phone to play Celebrity Send To All, and Michael makes an airline pilot's dreams of performing on the west end stage come true, as he becomes the Unexpected Star.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 2:05am (repeat)
U&Dave channel logo 2:35am (repeat)
Jon Richardson: Ultimate Worrier. Image shows from L to R: Kerry Godliman, Jon Richardson, Romesh Ranganathan. Copyright: Talkback

Jon Richardson: Ultimate Worrier

Series 1, Episode 7 - Travel

Getting twitchy about travel, Jon wonders if forgetting to engage flight mode could cause a plane crash. Romesh Ranganthan and Kerry Godliman help assuage his fears.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 2:45am (repeat)
That's My Boy. Image shows from L to R: Ida Willis (Mollie Sugden), Robert Price (Christopher Blake), Angie Price (Jennifer Lonsdale). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

That's My Boy

Series 2, Episode 8 - Invitation To The Wedding

Wilfred's eldest daughter is getting married and Ida and Angie are looking forward to attending the ceremony, but Robert is less enthusiastic.

Comedy Central 3:30am (repeat)
Michael McIntyre's Big Show. Image shows from L to R: Michael McIntyre, Stuart Beech. Copyright: Hungry McBear

Michael McIntyre's Big Show

Series 4, Episode 2

This week there's a spectacular musical performance from the one and only Kylie, and audience members are in for a big surprise when they end up taking part in a very special karaoke - or should that be Kylie-oake? Doctor Who star Bradley Walsh hands over his phone to play Celebrity Send To All, and Michael makes an airline pilot's dreams of performing on the west end stage come true, as he becomes the Unexpected Star.

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