Television
TV schedule Wednesday 12th August 2020
6am
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Tommy Cooper
Episode 2Tommy Cooper presents his own show, with sketches and special guests. Featuring Richard Briers.
6:20am
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Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 13 - Bigger And BiggerThe Twirlywoos see children building a sandcastle at the beach, and decide to make it bigger. Back in the Boat they encounter a strange jelly which grows every time they touch it!
6:50am
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Timmy Time
Series 1, Episode 17 - Timmy Gets The Job DoneIt is time to spring-clean the nursery, but Timmy wants to go outside and play, so he rushes his chores.
7:05am
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dinnerladies
Series 2, Episode 1 - CateringIt's Friday 9th April 1999, the date to conceive a 'millennium baby'. Whilst Tony attempts to humour a rather dim-witted work-experience girl, Bren's main concern is having workmen in to paint the canteen without closing for the duration.
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 1, Episode 3 - GreenfingerTrying to 'help' by watering Squawkencluck's plants, DM unleashes a planet-wide extra-terrestrial sprawling welsh weed.
7:30am
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Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 25 - Gliding, ArgentinaThe Go Jet cadets are taking to the skies in Argentina in an attempt to pass their academy gliding test.
7:35am
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dinnerladies
Series 2, Episode 2 - TroubleJean's husband leaves her for a dental assistant in south Wales, and her colleagues feel the force of her frustration and anger. Meanwhile, Petula has a more-than-slightly surprising announcement to make.
7:55am
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Bitz & Bob
Series 2, Episode 3 - Greatest Gig In TownWith Bitz on drums, Bob on guitar and Bevel on vocals, The Booyahs are ready to perform.
8:05am
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 3, Episode 2 - Iron Age RemainsHyacinth plans to help Richard make the most of his retirement, starting off with a trip to look for remains of an iron age settlement. Rose, meanwhile, is torn between depression and lust.
8:35am
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Justin's House
Series 4, Episode 8 - Power Cut PartyWhen the power goes off in Justin's House, Justin and Robert must learn to work together to get the lights and TV working again in order to watch their favourite TV programmes.
8:40am
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 4, Episode 1 - Happy ReturnsA chance encounter with old flame Juney, back on the estate after some 20-odd years, leaves Del suspicious of her daughter Debbie's parentage. Serious questions need to be asked - not least when Derek realises that Rodney could be getting comfortable with his own niece!
9am
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Rising Damp
Series 4, Episode 3 - Great ExpectationsRigsby is ecstatic to learn that he has inherited his Uncle George's fortune, but distressed at the clause that he must be happily married. Thankfully, Miss Jones is corruptable for a bit of shag pile carpet...
9:10am
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Timmy Time
Series 1, Episode 18 - Timmy Needs A BathAfter a game of football, muddy Timmy is determined not to have a bath.
9:20am
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Are You Being Served?
Series 9, Episode 3 - Memories Are Made Of ThisWhen the sports department is forced to take up temporary residence amidst Men's Ready To Wear and Ladies' Intimate Apparel, an accident with a stray golf ball causes Mrs. Slocombe to lose her memory, and she regresses to her childhood!
9:20am
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Minder
Series 5, Episode 7 - Hypnotising RitaArthur tries to help a young girl who is being conned by a hypnotherapist over a large sum of money coming to her.
9:25am
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Diddy TV
Series 1, Episode 3 - AngelDiddy Dick Dom have their very own TV station. They present their very own dating show and Diddy Stampy Longnose turns up to watch the programmes.
9:30am
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Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 14 - High And LowThe Twirlywoos learn about high and low when they watch a lady trying to hang a mirror at the right height. Back in the Boat, the Twirlywoo Screen gives them a seesaw to play with.
9:35am
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Rising Damp
Series 4, Episode 4 - Pink CarnationsRigsby decides he must finally move on, giving up on Miss Jones and filing for divorce. He places an advert in the local newspaper, but his search for love doesn't run entirely smoothly.
9:50am
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Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
9:55am
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Sooty
Series 1, Episode 26 - The Pop ConcertRichard is hosting a pop concert in the park for one of his favourite singers - but she hasn't arrived. So it is up to Sweep to take to the stage and give the performance of a lifetime!
10am
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Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the ninth and tenth series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
10:05am
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That's My Boy
Series 5, Episode 2 - Drugs On The MarketIda's medicine is running out, and Wilfred's arm appears to have locked. Unable to be seen by Robert due to their family connection and unable to secure an appointment with Dr. Sharp for days, Ida turns to a medicine-swapping ring that's running in the village.
11:25am
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The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated children's comedy.
12pm
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 3, Episode 2 - Iron Age RemainsHyacinth plans to help Richard make the most of his retirement, starting off with a trip to look for remains of an iron age settlement. Rose, meanwhile, is torn between depression and lust.
12:15pm
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Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 2, Episode 7 - Waffle And The TeacherMiss Berrington, Evie's new school teacher, and teaching assistant Mr O'Donnell have come to meet Evie at home before term starts, and Waffle is under strict instructions to be on his best behaviour. But Waffle is teething and won't stop chewing everything in sight.
12:25pm
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Timmy Time
Series 3, Episode 8 - Ballerina TimmyTimmy is enthralled by Mittens's new music box, which has a splendid ballerina on top.
12:40pm
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dinnerladies
Series 2, Episode 2 - TroubleJean's husband leaves her for a dental assistant in south Wales, and her colleagues feel the force of her frustration and anger. Meanwhile, Petula has a more-than-slightly surprising announcement to make.
1pm
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The Lady From Lisbon
A repeat of this 1942 film.
1:20pm
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 4, Episode 1 - Happy ReturnsA chance encounter with old flame Juney, back on the estate after some 20-odd years, leaves Del suspicious of her daughter Debbie's parentage. Serious questions need to be asked - not least when Derek realises that Rodney could be getting comfortable with his own niece!
1:30pm
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Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 15 - OutsideThe Twirlywoos see a man take his chair out into the garden, and decide to bring some more things outside. Meanwhile, Peekaboo gets stuck outside the Boat! Is Peekaboo able to get back in without being discovered?
2pm
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Are You Being Served?
Series 9, Episode 3 - Memories Are Made Of ThisWhen the sports department is forced to take up temporary residence amidst Men's Ready To Wear and Ladies' Intimate Apparel, an accident with a stray golf ball causes Mrs. Slocombe to lose her memory, and she regresses to her childhood!
2:05pm
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Horrible Histories
Series 8, Special - Holly H Song SpecialSocial media star Holly H is Rattus's guest on his radio station, BBC Radio Number Two.
2:40pm
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Gavin & Stacey
Series 3, Episode 3Bryn is in his element as he awaits the arrival of his house guests - all the Essex boys are coming down for a big night out in Cardiff and having a sleepover at his place.
3pm
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Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
3pm
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Danger Mouse
Series 2, Highlights Special - The SupiesDuckula is hosting The Supies awards show and the danger agents are all in attendance.
3:10pm
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Diddy TV
Series 3, Episode 3 - Zingy Diddy SauceSettle in for Diddy Dick and Dom's Saturday Night Takeaway, high-diving reality challenge show Splosh, and action-packed adventure with the Mighty Useless Clunking Robots.
3:20pm
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Dad's Army
Series 4, Episode 3 - Boots, Boots, BootsMainwaring becomes obsessed with the state of the platoon's feet and begins a series of courses designed to harden the soles. His demanding marches soon force the members of the platoon to try and stop him.
3:25pm
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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.
3:50pm
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Minder
Series 5, Episode 8 - The Balance Of PowerWhen Arthur's used car lot is threatened by a compulsory purchase order, he decides to stand as an independent candidate in the local council by-election.
4pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the ninth and tenth series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
4:25pm
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Danny & Mick
Series 2, Episode 10 - GermnasticsIt looks like Pottsfield's hopes of winning the gymnastic competition are over when everyone comes down with a fever. Only Danny and Mick can save the day!
4:35pm
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Bitz & Bob
Series 2, Episode 12 - Amazing Owl ClubBitz and Purl start the Amazing Owl Club, with a special badge with flapping owl wings that allows members entry to the exclusive clubhouse.
4:50pm
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Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 26 - Nomads, MongoliaGrandmaster Glitch is out on a camping expedition in Mongolia. There's not much around except a group of Mongolian nomads - people who travel around the country with their animals, camping in amazing tents called gers.
5:15pm
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Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 3, Episode 13 - Helpful WaffleWaffle tries to help his friend, Pepper, find a new owner.
5:20pm
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 7, Episode 2 - Nearest And DearestWith Chris and Darryl due for release Sharon's patience with Dorien is running out. Dorien offers to take her out for the day leading to Sharon pretending her friend has died to get out of it. A stag night out causes Tracey to worry about Garth turning to crime.
6pm
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Waiting For God
Series 4, Episode 3Co-habiting continues to prove far from blissful for Tom and Diana. Whilst he is keen to be sensible and get on, she decides the time has come to flee to Sarah's home in London.
6pm
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Are You Being Served?
Series 9, Episode 3 - Memories Are Made Of ThisWhen the sports department is forced to take up temporary residence amidst Men's Ready To Wear and Ladies' Intimate Apparel, an accident with a stray golf ball causes Mrs. Slocombe to lose her memory, and she regresses to her childhood!
6pm
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Would I Lie To You?
Series 6, Episode 8Rob Brydon, Lee Mack and David Mitchell are joined by Emily Maitlis, Jack Whitehall, Jim Carter and Armando Iannucci.
6:40pm
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'Allo 'Allo!
Series 5, Episode 3 - Dinner With The GeneralRené is sent back to Gruber's bedroom, in the guise of a fireman and accompanied by LeClerc, tasked with blowing open the safe. Unfortunately for him, it seems that everyone else is at the chateau too...
6:40pm
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 4, Episode 1 - Happy ReturnsA chance encounter with old flame Juney, back on the estate after some 20-odd years, leaves Del suspicious of her daughter Debbie's parentage. Serious questions need to be asked - not least when Derek realises that Rodney could be getting comfortable with his own niece!
6:40pm
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Would I Lie To You?
Series 7, Episode 1In this episode, Lee and David are joined by Rhod Gilbert, Vernon Kay, Dara O Briain and Denise Van Outen.
7:15pm
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Two Way Stretch
Prisoner Dodger Lane plans a heist that will involve slipping out of incarceration to steal some diamonds.
7:20pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 18, Episode 3 - The Mysterious C.W. NorthropJust as Smiler confides in Clegg that he has fallen in love, Ivy receives a note from what could be a secret admirer.
7:20pm
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Dad's Army
Series 4, Episode 3 - Boots, Boots, BootsMainwaring becomes obsessed with the state of the platoon's feet and begins a series of courses designed to harden the soles. His demanding marches soon force the members of the platoon to try and stop him.
7:20pm
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Horrible Histories
Series 6, Episode 4 - Naughty NapoleonWe follow Napoleon as he rises from humble beginnings to be the Emperor of France, bashing most of Europe along the way, and ultimately meeting his Waterloo at, well, Waterloo! Meanwhile across the world we meet the Indian traveller who brought Shampoo to the world.
7:35pm
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The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 25 - Spuds On A PlaneDave's first plane journey doesn't go to plan when the air pressure and the need to go to the toilet makes his head swell.
7:50pm
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The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 26 - The Wrinkly BusInstructed to keep an eye on Gran while the rest of the Spuds visit to the doctor, Dave finds that she has escaped.
8pm
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Dad's Army
Series 4, Episode 4 - Sgt - Save My Boy!Pike gets caught in the barbed wire on Walmington's beach, so it is up to Mainwaring and Wilson to cross a minefield in order to save him before the tide comes in.
8:40pm
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Gavin & Stacey
Series 3, Episode 4Gavin is uncomfortable with Gwen and Bryn knowing the ins and outs of his and Stacey's sex life. Meanwhile, Smithy goes beyond the call of friendship by making a staggering suggestion.
9pm
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Open All Hours
A selection of episodes from the second series of the cornershop sitcom.
9pm60 min version (repeat)
9:20pm
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Sandylands
Series 1, Episode 1Emily Verma arrives in Sandylands to attend her estranged dad's memorial. She meets local loudmouth Tina and childhood crush Nathan - but there's another entirely unexpected meeting to come...
10pm
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Live At The Apollo
Series 6, Episode 3 - Dara O Briain, Greg Davies, Stewart FrancisMock The Week host Dara O Briain brings the house down, before introducing sets from Inbetweeners star Greg Davies and Canadian one-liner specialist Stewart Francis.
10pm
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Mock The Week
Series 11, Episode 1Dara O'Briain, Hugh Dennis, Andy Parsons and Chris Addison return for a new series of the topical show. Micky Flanagan, Nathan Caton and Greg Davies are the guests.
10pm
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Russell Howard Live: Dingledodies
A TV broadcast of Russell Howard's 2008 stand-up tour.
10:45pm
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Mock The Week
Series 17, Episode 11Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis check out another week's events with the help of guests Tom Allen, Ed Gamble, Milton Jones, Zoe Lyons and Geoff Norcott.
11pm
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Inside No. 9
Series 2, Episode 3 - The Trial Of Elizabeth GadgeTwo of England's most notorious and feared witch-finders are summoned to the unassuming village of Little Happens in order to try an old woman.
11:15pm
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In The Long Run
Series 3, Episode 3As Bagpipes continues to ponder the fragility of life, he hears that Rajesh is trying for a baby.
11:20pm
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Taskmaster
Series 4, Episode 7 - No Stars For Naughty BoysTaskmaster Greg Davies and loyal assistant Alex Horne watch with surprise and sometimes despair as Hugh Dennis wields a blade - again, Noel Fielding can't understand German and Mel Giedroyc destroys a mannequin.
11:40pm
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Gavin & Stacey
Series 3, Episode 4Gavin is uncomfortable with Gwen and Bryn knowing the ins and outs of his and Stacey's sex life. Meanwhile, Smithy goes beyond the call of friendship by making a staggering suggestion.
11:45pm
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A League Of Their Own
Series 12, Highlights SpecialCan't get enough of James and the boys? Relive the fun and games of Series 12 with this special highlights episode.
12:10am
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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 9 (Channel 4: Series 10), Episode 5Guest captain Claudia Winkleman and Johnny Vegas go up against Jon Richardson and Reginald D Hunter. Sara Pascoe joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters. Joe Wilkinson will also be appearing.
12:10am
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12:20am
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Sandylands
Series 1, Episode 1Emily Verma arrives in Sandylands to attend her estranged dad's memorial. She meets local loudmouth Tina and childhood crush Nathan - but there's another entirely unexpected meeting to come...
12:25am
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Mock The Week
Series 11, Episode 2Dara O'Briain, Hugh Dennis, Andy Parsons and Chris Addison return to discuss topics including the football. With guests Carl Donnelly, Jo Caulfield and Milton Jones.
12:35am
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Blockbusters
Series 1, Episode 10Dara O Briain schools sixth former contestants Olivia, Max, and Matt.
1am
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Live At The Apollo
Series 6, Episode 3 - Dara O Briain, Greg Davies, Stewart FrancisMock The Week host Dara O Briain brings the house down, before introducing sets from Inbetweeners star Greg Davies and Canadian one-liner specialist Stewart Francis.
1am
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Would I Lie To You?
Series 6, Episode 8Rob Brydon, Lee Mack and David Mitchell are joined by Emily Maitlis, Jack Whitehall, Jim Carter and Armando Iannucci.
1:05am
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8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 5, Episode 3With Frankie Boyle, Joan Rivers, Alexa Chung and TV fashion presenter Gok Wan.
1:40am55 min version (repeat)
2am
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Inside No. 9
Series 2, Episode 3 - The Trial Of Elizabeth GadgeTwo of England's most notorious and feared witch-finders are summoned to the unassuming village of Little Happens in order to try an old woman.
2am
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Duck Quacks Don't Echo
Series 4, Episode 7Actor and comedian Catherine Tate, Pointless creator and co-presenter Richard Osman and Wild Things host Kate Humble are the latest guests on Lee Mack's riotous panel show.
2am
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Stand Up Central
Series 3, Episode 3Live from Camden's legendary Electric Ballroom, Chris Ramsey performs stand-up, and introduces two guests: the loveable Marlon Davis and right character Lee Nelson.
2:20am
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CelebAbility
Series 4, Episode 2This week's episode sees a group of friends take on Joe Swash, Jack P. Shepherd, Nikki Sanderson and Helen Bauer.
2:30am
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You, Me & Them
Series 2, Episode 3 - Joining The MasonsTensions fly when Keith's handyman skills see Ed and Lauren needing to seek shelter at the Masons'. Meanwhile Clive's dabble with technology leaves him scared for his future and Emma taking drastic measures...
2:30am
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Stand Up Central
Series 3, Episode 4Chris Ramsey performs live stand-up, and introduces two guests. Tonight he's joined by the youthful Tom Lucy and fiercely intelligent Nish Kumar.
2:35am
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Would I Lie To You?
Series 7, Episode 1In this episode, Lee and David are joined by Rhod Gilbert, Vernon Kay, Dara O Briain and Denise Van Outen.
3am
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You, Me & Them
Series 2, Episode 4 - School ReunionLauren's school reunion throws an old flame into the mix and leaves Ed questioning their future. Ellie has some fun with her mum and dad's relationship but things look to backfire on her and Emma decides it's time to downsize, much to her family's dismay.
3am
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A League Of Their Own
Series 11, Episode 1James Corden, Freddie Flintoff and Jamie Redknapp are joined by guests Anthony Joshua, Rob Beckett and Roisin Conaty as the sports-based quiz show returns.
3am
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Soho Theatre Live
Episode 1 - Joel DommettJoel Dommett is the first in the Soho Theatre Live series to take to the stage and the hilarious episode sees Joel at his funniest as he discusses the fails and mishaps of his dating life, the infamous catfishing scandal and the pranks he used to play on his Grandad.
3:20am
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Judge Romesh
Series 1, Episode 8This episode sees a wife bringing her husband to court over his obsession with a 'classic' car. Plus warring neighbours resort to drastic measures to settle their constant rowing.
3:25am
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 7, Episode 2 - Nearest And DearestWith Chris and Darryl due for release Sharon's patience with Dorien is running out. Dorien offers to take her out for the day leading to Sharon pretending her friend has died to get out of it. A stag night out causes Tracey to worry about Garth turning to crime.
5:30am
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For The Love Of Ada
Series 2, Episode 4It's Ada's birthday, and there's a bit of a clash between Walter's plans, Ada's plans, and the interfering Freda Skinner!