Television
TV schedule Tuesday 18th August 2020
6am
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Tommy Cooper
Episode 6Tommy Cooper presents his own show, with sketches and special guests. Featuring Patrick Cargill and Trisha Noble.
6:20am
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Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 27 - Faster And FasterThe Twirlywoos watch a couple rehearsing a ballroom dance, accompanied by a piano player.
6:50am
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Timmy Time
Series 2, Episode 18 - Timmy's Treasure TrailHarriet and Osbourne lay a treasure trail for the class, but Kid spoils the fun by eating the clues.
7:05am
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dinnerladies
Series 2, Episode 5 - GambleTony and Bren arrive at work together, causing much scandalous rumour amongst the girls. And a bet they'll "get it on" before Christmas.
7:15am
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Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 47 - Crouching Dennis Hidden YetiThe gang's efforts to help JJ master the ancient art of blamjitsu are ruined by Walter's plans to capture the Beanotown yeti. Dennis and the gang defend the yeti, and help JJ unleash her inner blam, in a gravity-defying blam-jitsu face-off with the WilburCorp henchbot.
7:25am
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Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 7 - The World Wide SpiderDanger Mouse has to face his only fear when Penfold accidentally wakes a gigantic World Wide Spider.
7:30am
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Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 35 - The Great Pacific Garbage PatchA storm washes up lots of plastic litter onto the Go Jet Academy beach.
7:40am
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dinnerladies
Series 2, Christmas SpecialIt's Christmas Eve, also Bren's birthday, and after an awkward interruption the previous night, she's worried that everything with Tony is ruined - but is resignation her only option?
7:55am
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Bitz & Bob
Series 2, Episode 7 - Bitz's Beach PartyBob can't go to his friend Phoebe's party because she has measles.
8:20am
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 3, Episode 6 - The Art ExhibitionHyacinth's passion for art coincides with Daddy's desire to join the Foreign Legion.
8:35am
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Justin's House
Series 4, Episode 13 - Lights! Camera! Action!Justin has spent days watching his entire film collection and now wants to make his own serious action film.
9am
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 4, Episode 5 - Sleeping Dogs LieWhen Boycie and Marlene fly off on holiday, Del and Rodney assume the mantle of dog-sitters. Rodney's convinced that Albert's brought his run of bad luck to the flat when 'little' Dukey appears comatose; what'll Marlene say if they've killed her beloved dog?
9am
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Bless This House
Series 1, Episode 12 - The Morning After The Night BeforeSid and Trevor wake up, somewhat the worse for drink, with more than a few items of unknown origin now present in the house. From furniture to street signage, neither can remember where they got any of it from!
9:10am
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Timmy Time
Series 2, Episode 12 - Timmy's BirthdayIt's Timmy's birthday and his friends make him a delicious cake, but he can't resist tasting a bit early.
9:15am
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Minder
Series 6, Episode 2 - Life In The Fast Food LaneArthur gets into the car phone business, not realising he is dealing with a dodgy supplier. And Terry fancies a girl who tries to hide her rich family background.
9:30am
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Desert Mice
Comedy about the activities of an ENSA (Every Night Something Awful) troupe of entertainers. Starring Sid James, Dora Bryan, Alfred Marks & Liz Fraser.
9:30am
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Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 28 - On And OffThe Twirlywoos see a lady and her father sitting in deckchairs at the beach.
9:35am
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Bless This House
Series 2, Episode 1 - Two Heads Are Better Than OneSid struggles with clay and fibreglass after breaking a sculpture that Mike has made for a competition at his college. It's sure to ruin his chance at the £100 prize.
9:40am
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Are You Being Served?
Series 10, Episode 1 - Goodbye Mrs. SlocombeMrs. Slocombe is forced to retire from sales because of her age. She plots to stay at Grace Bros. in any capacity possible, while the rest of the staff plot to do-in her successor.
9:50am
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Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the first and second series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
9:55am
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Sooty
Series 1, Episode 19 - Beach PatrolMr Slater has put Richard in charge of the beach and the gang decide to join him. After jumping on the bouncy castle Sooty, Sweep and Soo meet a friendly sand sculptor and have a sandcastle-building competition - but poor Richard ends up in deep water. With special guest star Frank Bruno.
10:05am
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That's My Boy
Series 5, Episode 6 - Happy AnniversaryIda's back is up that Angie's been spending so much time away working. Could the Prices' marriage really be on the rocks as she fears? When she gets stuck in Paris over their wedding anniversary weekend, even supportive Robert has trouble hiding his disappointment.
10:20am
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Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 11th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
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.
12:15pm
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Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 2, Episode 13 - Waffle And The FleasThe Brooklyn-Bells call on Mrs Hobbs to persuade her not to move house, only to find that her cat, George, has fleas. They offer to help and discover a secret about Mrs Hobbs.
12:20pm
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 3, Episode 6 - The Art ExhibitionHyacinth's passion for art coincides with Daddy's desire to join the Foreign Legion.
12:25pm
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Timmy Time
Series 1, Episode 14 - Snapshot TimmyIt is time for the class photo but Timmy just cannot keep himself clean. He gets muddy and covered in jam.
1pm
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dinnerladies
Series 2, Christmas SpecialIt's Christmas Eve, also Bren's birthday, and after an awkward interruption the previous night, she's worried that everything with Tony is ruined - but is resignation her only option?
1:30pm
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Twirlywoos
Series 2, Episode 29 - HidingThe Twirlywoos are at a child's birthday party. They watch an adult hide a bag of chocolate gold coins for a treasure hunt.
1:40pm
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 4, Episode 5 - Sleeping Dogs LieWhen Boycie and Marlene fly off on holiday, Del and Rodney assume the mantle of dog-sitters. Rodney's convinced that Albert's brought his run of bad luck to the flat when 'little' Dukey appears comatose; what'll Marlene say if they've killed her beloved dog?
2:20pm
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Are You Being Served?
Series 10, Episode 1 - Goodbye Mrs. SlocombeMrs. Slocombe is forced to retire from sales because of her age. She plots to stay at Grace Bros. in any capacity possible, while the rest of the staff plot to do-in her successor.
2:25pm
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Small Hotel
A repeat of this 1957 film.
2:45pm
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Horrible Histories
Series 6, Episode 1 - Awesome Alfred The GreatWatch King Alfred the Great argue with his older brothers, then defeat the Vikings using his cunning hit-and-run tactics, summoning the spirit of Ed Sheeran. Meanwhile, across the world, Ant and Dec host a very special Chinese edition of I'm A Celebrity, and the Egyptians tell us how healthcare should really be done.
3pm
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 3, Episode 6 - The Art ExhibitionHyacinth's passion for art coincides with Daddy's desire to join the Foreign Legion.
3pm
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Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the first and second series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
3:15pm
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Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 2 - Danger At C LevelPenfold has had enough of being tied up, blown up and walloped and needs a holiday.
3:25pm
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Scream Street
Series 1, Episode 4 - Wolf GangFalling behind on his music work at school, Luke's parents get him a tutor.
3:35pm
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Kipps
Kipps the draper's apprentice falls in love with a girl above his station. When he unexpectedly inherits a fortune, he thinks his dream has come true.
3:40pm
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Dad's Army
Series 5, Episode 10 - Brain Versus BrawnThe Colonel is unamused by his superiors' plans to forge a commando-style unit of younger Home Guard. In order to prove his point, he invites Mainwaring's platoon to take part in a special exercise...
3:45pm
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Minder
Series 6, Episode 3 - Return Of The Invincible ManArthur hires failed safecracker Scotch Harry for a job and finds himself with a bandaged fugitive on his hands.
4:20pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of episodes from the 11th series of Britain's longest-running sitcom.
4:25pm
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Danny & Mick
Series 1, Episode 4 - Ping Pong ProblemsWhen Danny is too tired to take on Lance in the annual ping pong competition, Mick is forced to extreme lengths to get his brother the nap he needs...
4:35pm
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Bitz & Bob
Series 2, Episode 16 - The Frog Log BridgeDuring a game of Follow the Leader on Far Away Island, Bitz and Bob bump into Ranger Bevel, who is helping guide some frogs to water.
4:50pm
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Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 36 - The Leshan Giant Buddha, ChinaInspired by the statue of the Giant Buddha of Leshan, Ubercorn teaches the Go Jetters all about mindfulness to help them to concentrate.
5:15pm
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Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 4, Episode 1 - Waffle Tries To Be StillWaffle ends up in Evie's class, when he must be still so the headteacher doesn't see him.
5:20pm
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Rotten To The Core
A repeat of this 1965 film.
5:20pm
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 7, Episode 6 - Rising DampFollowing Chris and Darryl's reincarceration, Tracey wastes no time in going out to look for a new man. But with roles more than a little reversed, Sharon's eagerly fighting Chris's corner. Elsewhere, Dorien's got Marcus right where she wants him.
6pm
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Waiting For God
Series 4, Episode 7Harvey's on the verge of a complete nervous breakdown, convinced he's losing his hair. Diana, meanwhile, is on the warpath after discovering that an art class has been cut by the local council.
6pm
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Would I Lie To You?
Series 7, Episode 8David Mitchell is joined by Jimmy Carr and Griff Rhys Jones, and Lee Mack is joined by Dave Myers and Susanna Reid.
6:20pm
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Are You Being Served?
Series 10, Episode 1 - Goodbye Mrs. SlocombeMrs. Slocombe is forced to retire from sales because of her age. She plots to stay at Grace Bros. in any capacity possible, while the rest of the staff plot to do-in her successor.
6:40pm
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'Allo 'Allo!
Series 5, Episode 7 - No Hiding PlaceUpon hearing that Denise has escaped, René disguises himself as his own father and searches for a safe hiding place. With the café machine-gunned, Denise's followers capture René - but it is not him she is out to get.
6:40pm
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Would I Lie To You?
Series 13, Out-takes - The Unseen BitsHost Rob Brydon and team captains Lee Mack and David Mitchell return for an episode of previously unseen material from the hit comedy panel show.
7pm
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 4, Episode 5 - Sleeping Dogs LieWhen Boycie and Marlene fly off on holiday, Del and Rodney assume the mantle of dog-sitters. Rodney's convinced that Albert's brought his run of bad luck to the flat when 'little' Dukey appears comatose; what'll Marlene say if they've killed her beloved dog?
7pm
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Horrible Histories
Series 6, Episode 8 - Bolshy BoudicaBritish Queen Boudica turns against her Roman masters and unleashes her wrecking ball on Colchester, St Albans and London. Meanwhile, across the world, famous emperors Caligula and Nero, dish out their own unique brand of Imperial nastiness.
7pm
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Doc Martin
Series 7, Episode 3 - It's Good To TalkMartin has decided he will be the one to move out of the surgery to allow Louisa the space she needs, which Louisa does really appreciate.
7:20pm
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The Pot Carriers
A repeat of this 1962 film.
7:20pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 18, Episode 7 - According To The Prophet BickerdykeCompo, Clegg and Foggy hear some world-shattering information from Gunnershaw.
7:35pm
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The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 7 - Blinking 'EckBetty wants a nice photo of Dave and Anna, but the camera George uses happens to belong to Gran, and it's been cursed by an ancient mummy.
7:40pm
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Dad's Army
Series 5, Episode 10 - Brain Versus BrawnThe Colonel is unamused by his superiors' plans to forge a commando-style unit of younger Home Guard. In order to prove his point, he invites Mainwaring's platoon to take part in a special exercise...
7:50pm
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The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 8 - WishesIf there were two things Dave could wish for it would be for Fuzzypeg to smell better, and for Gran to be nicer. Is getting what you want always a good thing?
8:20pm
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Dad's Army
Series 5, Episode 11 - A Brush With The LawAfter one of the wardens sees a light shining from the church hall, Hodges believes he has Mainwaring on an indefensible charge. Mainwaring is sure of his innocence, but Captain Square's presence as Chief Magistrate does not bode well!
9pm
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Budgie
Comedy drama about Budgie Bird, a young Cockney with too much ambition and not enough luck.
9pm
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Porridge
A selection of episodes from the first series of the prison-based sitcom.
9pm
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All Round To Mrs. Brown's
Series 1, Episode 2Agnes and the family are joined by the nation's favourite sofa couple, Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield, who get more than they bargained for. The legendary Lulu pops in for a chat, while EastEnders's Adam Woodyatt teams up with Dermot and Buster to help with their new business and the Kaiser Chiefs get Foley's pub pumping.
9pm
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Kevin Bridges - The Story So Far
Scottish stand-up Kevin Bridges performs his 2010 live show in front of a packed Glasgow audience.
9pm60 min version (repeat)
10pm
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The Russell Howard Hour
Series 3, Episode 1Join Russell as he mocks the madness of the news, chats with former soldier-turned-TV star Ant Middleton, and goes beekeeping with Aisling Bea.
10pm45 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo
Series 9, Episode 2 - Jack Dee, Seann Walsh, Milton JonesJack Dee is joined by special guests Seann Walsh and Milton Jones.
10pm
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This Country
Episode 1 - The AftermathThis one-off special investigates the fallout from Kerry's criminality.
10pm
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Blackadder
Blackadder Goes Forth, Episode 3 - Major StarMelchett instructs Blackadder to organise a concert party in order to raise the troops' morale, following the Russians' withdrawal from combat. However, the General takes a particular liking to George's drag act, which could put a halt to proceedings...
10pm
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Shameless
Series 1, Episode 2It's Friday and Frank is nowhere to be seen, which is a bit odd as it's Giro day.
10:05pm
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Bridget Jones's Baby
Third outing for modern literary heroine Bridget Jones on the big screen, based on Helen Fielding's books.
10:20pm
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The Fast Show
Series 1, Episode 3Character-based sketch show featuring Professor Denzil Dexter and the Off Roaders.
10:30pm
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Blackadder
Blackadder Goes Forth, Episode 4 - Private PlaneBlackadder's latest plan to escape the terror of the trenches is to join the glamorous world of Lord Flasheart in the Royal Flying Corps.
11pm
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Open All Hours
A selection of episodes from the second series of the cornershop sitcom.
11pm
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The Fast Show
Series 1, Episode 4Paul Whitehouse and Charlie Higson are joined by guests Del Amitri, Mark Williams, John Thomson, Caroline Aherne, Simon Day and Arabella Weir in the fast paced comedy sketch show.
11pm
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Taskmaster
Series 5, Episode 3 - PhoenixSometimes with humour, more often with viciousness, Taskmaster Greg Davies continues to rank five comics in order of competency as they attempt complex assignments such as jelly-balancing and coconut costumery. Alex Horne, Greg's obedient private secretary in charge of data, is on hand to ensure everything runs smoothly. Also, Mark Watson tries to open an unlocked briefcase.
11:05pm
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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 10 (Channel 4: Series 11), Episode 5Richard Ayoade and Rob Beckett going up against Jon Richardson and Claudia Winkleman. Adam Riches joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner.
11:40pm
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All Round To Mrs. Brown's
Series 1, Episode 3Agnes and the family are joined by Ross Kemp, comedian Kevin Bridges and his mother Patricia, and wildlife expert Steve Backshall. Pixie Lott performs her new single, Baby.
11:45pm
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Al Murray's Great British Pub Quiz
Episode 7Al, aided by barman Shaun Williamson and captains Andy Parsons and Ed Byrne, oversees the clash between The Chase from Nuneaton and The Duke of Cambridge from Battersea.
11:50pm
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Jack Whitehall's Sporting Nation
Episode 6 - Glorious FailureJack Whitehall takes a light-hearted look at Britain's most glorious sporting failures, such as Welsh World Cup rugby, Derek Remond's hamstring and the truly unique Eddie the Eagle.
Midnight
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Dara O Briain - Crowd Tickler
TV edit of Dara O Briain's 2015 stand-up show, Crowd Ticker.
Midnight
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Would I Lie To You?
Series 7, Episode 8David Mitchell is joined by Jimmy Carr and Griff Rhys Jones, and Lee Mack is joined by Dave Myers and Susanna Reid.
12:40am
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Would I Lie To You?
Series 13, Out-takes - The Unseen BitsHost Rob Brydon and team captains Lee Mack and David Mitchell return for an episode of previously unseen material from the hit comedy panel show.
1am
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Smack The Pony
Series 1, Episode 6Flouting the dress code on the production line. Nurses - they're fun, right? Is pulling on a cow's big old long udders any job for a woman? And does anyone enjoy working on a quacking spreadsheet?
1am
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Soho Theatre Live
Episode 5 - Mae MartinThe Summer of Stand Up continues with Mae Martin, the two-time Canadian Comedy Award nominee who brings her hit show Us to Soho Theatre. Mae hilariously discusses the 21st century stereotypes of gender, sexuality and identity, as well as the time she had THE sex talk with her mum.
1am
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8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 5, Special - Big Brother 8 SpecialWith Danny Wallace, James Corden, Gerry Stergiopoulos and Charley Uchea.
1:20am70 min version (repeat)
1:30am
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Soho Theatre Live
Episode 3 - Dane BaptisteDane Baptiste takes to the stage with a collection of his favourite and previously unseen material, discussing everything from the perils of romance and finding a 'partner' to his hilarious observation on charity work.
1:30am
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8 Out Of 10 Cats
Series 6, Episode 1Jimmy Carr hosts proceedings as team captains Sean Lock and Jason Manford battle it out to discover who knows what is going on in Britain today. The guests on this first episode of the sixth series are David Walliams, Vic Reeves, Apprentice winner Raef Bjayou and Jodie Kidd.
1:35am
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Goodness Gracious Me
Series 1, Episode 3There's a moody film noir spoof in The Accountant; Smita Smitten, Showbiz Kitten attends a Bollywood premiere; the buyer for a chain of British shops is tricked into buying some rubbish in the Punjab; and a Buddhist has some very unsuitable jobs.
2am
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2:05am
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Micky Flanagan Thinking Aloud
Episode 5 - OffenceAs a comic, the subject of offence is close to Micky's heart. But what is out of bounds? Sex, size, race, Donald Trump? Micky goes in search of answers.
2:10am
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The Fast Show
Series 1, Episode 3Character-based sketch show featuring Professor Denzil Dexter and the Off Roaders.
2:20am
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The Almost Impossible Gameshow
Series 2, Episode 4Challenges this time include Candle Scream, Dizzy Hurdle and the all-new Shock Roulette.
2:30am
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This Country
Episode 1 - The AftermathThis one-off special investigates the fallout from Kerry's criminality.
2:40am
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The Fast Show
Series 1, Episode 4Paul Whitehouse and Charlie Higson are joined by guests Del Amitri, Mark Williams, John Thomson, Caroline Aherne, Simon Day and Arabella Weir in the fast paced comedy sketch show.
3am
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A League Of Their Own
Series 11, Episode 5James Corden, Freddie Flintoff and Jamie Redknapp are joined by Tony Adams, David Baddiel and Aisling Bea for another round of the sports-based quiz show.
3:10am
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Smack The Pony
Series 1, Episode 6Flouting the dress code on the production line. Nurses - they're fun, right? Is pulling on a cow's big old long udders any job for a woman? And does anyone enjoy working on a quacking spreadsheet?
3:20am
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Red Dwarf
Series III, Episode 4 - BodyswapA bodyswap deal between Lister and Rimmer doesn't quite go to plan when Rimmer gets a bit carried away with himself.
5:30am
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For The Love Of Ada
Series 3, Episode 3 - Ada Holds The Purse StringsWalter's almost arrested for shoplifting - in Leslie's supermarket!