Television
TV schedule Tuesday 29th December 2020
6:10am
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Only When I Laugh
Series 1, Episode 4 - The Man With The FaceArchie's lothario-like tendencies are coming back to haunt him when he's convinced he's being stalked by a Greek madman for besmirching his fiancée...
6:50am
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Timmy Time
Series 1, Episode 9 - Timmy Wants The BluesTimmy is having a blue day and collects all the blue toys, blue cushions and blue paint.
7am
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The Queen And I
Comedy about the abolition of the Monarchy and the Royal Family moving to the Midlands.
7:15am
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Shaun The Sheep
Series 3, Episode 2 - The CoconutThe Farmer returns from the fair triumphant after winning a coconut. He soon discovers getting into the coconut isn't as easy as it seems. Shaun and Bitzer take on the challenge and try every trick in the book, but it proves a tough nut to crack.
7:20am
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Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of Christmas specials from Britain's longest-running sitcom.
7:20am
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Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 49 - The World Is Full Of StuffPenfold disappears when stuff all over the world goes missing.
7:30am
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Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 47 - The Gobi Desert, MongoliaGlitch's giant drill causes a dino-disaster for the team's fossil hunt in the Gobi Desert.
7:40am
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 8, Episode 1 - Trouble And StrifeWith money in short supply, Sharon's new job is vital, although Tracey wonders whether the price is too high. Meanwhile Dorien is planning a party in her flat.
7:55am
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Bitz & Bob
Series 1, Episode 8 - Bob's Balloon AdventureWhen Bob gets stuck in a runaway hot air balloon over Craft City, Bitz needs to give him clear instructions on how to land it - and she's running out of time!
8:20am
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 8, Episode 2 - The Essex PatientTracey's enthusiasm for the cleaning business is not shared by Sharon, who is feeling distinctly under the weather.
8:35am
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Justin's House
Series 3, Episode 8 - Granny JustinaJustin dresses up as Granny Justina when he and Robert forget to invite her round for a special tea party with Katy. Guest starring Katy Ashworth.
8:55am
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Carry On Doctor
Frankie Howerd joins the Carry On regulars in a hospital-based adventure. With Sid James, Jim Dale and Kenneth Williams.
8:55am15 min
The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 2, Episode 2 - The Beast Of GrimsbyDave and his friend Zombie Katie are working on a school project together about endangered animals, so George takes them on an expedition to the local park to see what they can find. There they discover the much-fabled Beast of Grimsby - and Dave must decide between a gold star at school and the future of the beast.
9:10am
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The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 16 - Get LostGeorge wins tickets to the local stately home. It's not long before Dave and the rest of the Spuds find themselves lost in its maze.
9:30am
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Twirlywoos
Series 1, Episode 2 - UnderneathThe Twirlywoos learn about underneath when they visit a hat shop. Back in the boat, the Box brings a rainbow for the Twirlywoos to dance underneath.
9:40am
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Minder
Series 4, Episode 8 - Willesden SuiteTerry's job as security for the local Rotary Club offers Arthur a chance to gain some much-needed respectability when he is invited to speak at a function.
10am
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Robin's Nest
Series 3, Episode 8 - Everything You Wish YourselfAlbert is left holding the fort when Robin and James slip away to buy belated birthday presents for Vicky.
10:05am
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The Return Of The Pink Panther
Fourth film in the Pink Panther series, reviving the films as a British production.
10:25am
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Sooty
Series 2, Episode 8 - Easter TimeIt's Easter at the park and Richard is in charge of the annual egg hunt. But with Sooty hiding the eggs and Sweep making the hot cross buns, will their plans for a happy Easter be scrambled?
10:30am
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The Baby And The Battleship
Farce in which a sailor has to smuggle a baby aboard his ship.
10:45am
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Horrible Histories
Series 6, Highlights Special - It's A Wicked World SpecialA special episode of the historical sketch show, featuring ghastly Genghis Khan, the wise Confucius and a dance-off during a naval battle! There's also a Bollywood number from Queen Victoria. With Rattus to guide the way.
11am
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Carry On Sergeant
The first Carry On film. Sergeant Grimshawe is desperate to win the award for best troop before he retires.
11am
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Mr Bean
Animated adventures of comedy favourite Mr Bean, voiced by Rowan Atkinson.
11:15am
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Only Fools And Horses
A selection of episodes from the fourth and fifth series of the David Jason sitcom.
11:15am
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Danny & Mick
Series 1, Episode 2 - Golden VoiceA pop star is coming to open the new reception - but Danny and Mick leave her speechless!
12pm
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Mr Stink
TV adaptation of the kids' book written by David Walliams. It's a story about a tramp... who stinks.
12:10pm
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Hank Zipzer
A selection of episodes from the second series of the children's sitcom.
12:15pm
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Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 1, Episode 12 - Waffle's Day OutAJ takes Evie and Anaya swimming, but Waffle must stay at home with Simon. Refusing to miss out on the fun, Waffle begins an adventure of his own and sets off to find Evie.
12:25pm
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Timmy Time
Series 1, Episode 15 - Timmy Goes BangAfter hearing thunder during a storm, Timmy becomes fixated by loud noises, banging anything he can find.
12:45pm
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Flushed Away
When an uptown rat gets flushed down the toilet in his penthouse apartment, he ends up in the sewers of London.
1pm
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Roald & Beatrix: The Tail Of The Curious Mouse
Christmas comedy special about the real-life meeting of Beatrix Potter and Roald Dahl.
1:25pm
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Shaun The Sheep
Christmas Special - The Farmer's LlamasWhen the Farmer and Bitzer go to a Country Fair, Shaun steals away with them intent on causing mischief.
1:50pm
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The Zoo
Series 1, Episode 1 - The Big BangIt's the zoo's annual inspection day, and this year it's serious.
2:05pm
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Spring Meeting
Comedy following a wealthy Irish landowner, his two daughters, an English suitor and his mother.
3pm
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Comedy Legends
Series 1, Episode 4 - Ronnie BarkerBarry Cryer looks back on the career of Ronnie Barker. From Porridge and Open All Hours to The Two Ronnies, Barker was one of British TV's best-loved entertainers.
3pm
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Diddy TV
Series 4, Episode 1 - EurodiddyIt's the annual EuroDiddy Song Contest! Also, there's a new episode of Worrying Mum and Dad and a Diddy Chat with Melvin Odoom.
3:25pm
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Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 9 - Spud-U-LovePaul the Potato is love-struck by the poster girl potato.
4:25pm
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After Ever After
Jack And The Beanstalk, Christmas Special - Jack And The Beanstalk: After Ever AfterAnother tale of what happens after happily ever after, this time looking into what happened after Jack felled the giant beanstalk and defeated the giant.
4:35pm
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Bitz & Bob
Series 1, Episode 9 - Losing SteamBitz, Bob and Bevel are racing across the desert in a steam train to deliver ice cream for the opening of Purl's ice cream parlour.
4:45pm
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Go Jetters
Series 1, Episode 48 - Bioluminescent Bay, Puerto RicoGlitch's bath time puts the creatures of Puerto Rico's Bioluminescent Bay in bubble-trouble.
4:50pm
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Danny & Mick
Series 1, Comic Relief Special - Team CharityDanny and Mick try to raise money for a good cause, but succeed in raising laughs, eyebrows and hair instead.
5:30pm
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The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 2, Episode 2 - The Beast Of GrimsbyDave and his friend Zombie Katie are working on a school project together about endangered animals, so George takes them on an expedition to the local park to see what they can find. There they discover the much-fabled Beast of Grimsby - and Dave must decide between a gold star at school and the future of the beast.
5:45pm
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The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 1, Episode 16 - Get LostGeorge wins tickets to the local stately home. It's not long before Dave and the rest of the Spuds find themselves lost in its maze.
5:55pm
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Tommy Cooper Forever
Episode 1The documentary traces Tommy Cooper's extraordinary journey from South Wales to top of the bill at the Palladium, with the help of family, friends who worked with him and famous fans - a cast list which includes Jennifer Saunders, Simon Callow, Lionel Blair, Anita Harris, Les Dennis and Jerome Flynn.
6pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
A selection of three episodes from Britain's longest-running sitcom.
6:20pm
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Horrible Histories
Series 8, Episode 2 - Viking Eye For The Straight GuyThe Horrible History of (often literally) dressing to kill.
6:30pm
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TV Flashback
Series 3, Episode 7 - Politics And ProtestThis time Tudur's on a quest to discover the truth about politics and protest in Wales. It's a story of deadly asteroids, MPs on Segways, and a brand new party for the undecided, full of lively characters from the nation's TV past.
7pm
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Tommy Cooper Forever
Episode 2The documentary series continues to trace Tommy Cooper's extraordinary journey from South Wales to top of the bill at the Palladium, with the help of family, friends who worked with him and famous fans - a cast list which includes Jennifer Saunders, Simon Callow, Lionel Blair, Anita Harris, Les Dennis and Jerome Flynn.
7:40pm
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Would I Lie To You?
Series 6, Episode 6Lee Mack is joined by Bob Mortimer and Patsy Kensit and David Mitchell is joined by Greg Davies and Richard Osman.
8:20pm
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9pm
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Guessable?
A selection of episodes from the first series of the panel show hosted by Sara Pascoe.
9pm125 min
Bob Monkhouse: Master Of Laughter
A celebration of the comedian and quiz show host, exploring his 55 years in entertainment. The programme features a selection of classic archive clips from throughout his career, from his early days in radio variety to hosting some of television's most popular game shows, and culminating in his acclaimed final appearance at the Royal Variety Performance, shortly before his death in 2003.
9pm60 min version (repeat)
9:30pm
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Selling Scotland
Jack Docherty looks back at Scotland's most memorable adverts.
9:55pm
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Ricky & Ralf's Very Northern Road Trip
Episode 1The journey begins and ends - where else!? - at Ricky's hometown of Liverpool; but the duo are quickly on the road for the first leg of their trip, heading to Lancashire hot-spots including Blackpool.
10pm30 min
Breaking The News
New Year Special - Breaking The YearFew years have had such a lasting effect on everyone as 2020, so Des Clarke and his guests Jim Smith, Janey Godley, Jay Lafferty and Mark Nelson take a tentative look back at the biggest stories and events of the year. A wry glance is pointed in the direction of such matters as lockdown and November's American Presidential Election.
10pm
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Would I Lie To You?
Series 6, Episode 7Lee Mack is joined by Huw Edwards and Sarah Millican, and David Mitchell is joined by Bradley Walsh and Josie Lawrence.
10:30pm
Raiders Of The Lost Archive
End Of Year Specials, New Year Special - Hogmanay SpecialJaney Godley and a team of comedians delve deep into the BBC Scotland archives to dig out some special Hogmanay clips, for which they provide new voiceovers.
10:40pm
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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.
10:50pm
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Michael McIntyre: Hello Wembley!
Stand-up Michael McIntyre performs to a sell-out crowd at the Wembley Arena. From October 2009.
10:55pm
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Ricky & Ralf's Very Northern Road Trip
Episode 2The duo explore the beauty of Cumbria's Lakes, taking in some of the most famously breath-taking scenery in the British Isles.
11:05pm
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An Audience With...
Episode 12 - Bob MonkhouseBob Monkhouse answers questions from a studio audience that includes Stephen Fry, Mandy Smith, Bill Treacher, comedians Little and Large, and Sir John Mills.
11:20pm
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Taskmaster
Champion Of Champions, Episode 2 - I've Sinned AgainFive hall of famers return for more consensual indignity at the hands of Greg Davies and Alex Horne. The challenges include making a mask which both looks and tastes great.
11:35pm
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The Inbetweeners
Series 2, Episode 3 - Will's BirthdayIt's Will's birthday, and he's planning a suitably grown-up dinner. Unfortunately, Will's party clashes with a far more popular one.
11:55pm
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Lenny Henry's Race Through Comedy
Episode 1 - SitcomA look at some of the well-meaning attempts television made to embrace the changing face of the nation during the 1970s.
Midnight
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The Ranganation
Series 1, Episode 3Homework, biscuits and wellness are the topics put to the Ranganation tonight. With Jessica Hynes and Jon Richardson.
Midnight
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Russell Howard: Right Here, Right Now
TV broadcast of the 2011 stand-up show from acclaimed, energetic comic Russell Howard.
12:05am
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Utterly Outrageous Comedy
Episode 2 - Celebrity & PoliticsJennifer Saunders narrates a look at the most shocking and outlandish comedy ever seen on TV. Clips come from Dame Edna's show, Shooting Stars, Mrs Merton and Extras. Plus, Harry Enfield, Ali G, the Pub Landlord and The Day Today.
12:05am
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The Inbetweeners
Series 2, Episode 4 - Night Out In LondonIn a desperate attempt at reinvention, Will decides that the lads should become cool and go clubbing.
12:20am60 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You
Series 52, Highlights Special - Have I Got 2016 News For YouA compilation of the popular news quiz that looks back at the big news of 2016. With team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop and a variety of guest hosts and panellists.
12:25am
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The Catherine Tate Show
A selection of episodes from the first series of the hit sketch show.
12:30am
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The Ranganation
Series 1, Episode 4Topical comedy show hosted by Romesh Ranganathan. This week, topics include the state visit of Donald Trump, the resignation of Theresa May, UFOs and generational differences. With Tom Davis and Sara Pascoe.
12:40am
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Derry Girls
Series 2, Episode 3 - The ConcertErin, Clare, Michelle, Orla and James are beside themselves with excitement as they have tickets to see Take That in Belfast. When Ma Mary forbids them to go they decide that they will stop at nothing to get there.
12:55am
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The Cockfields
A repeat-run of the entire series.
1am
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Happy New Year, Colin Burstead
Comedy about a dysfunctional family New Year.
1:10am
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Derry Girls
Series 2, Episode 4 - The CurseThe Quinn family cause uproar at a family wedding, and when the girls (and James!) fail to behave themselves at the reception the consequences are very serious indeed. Especially for poor cousin Eammon.
1:15am
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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 14 (Channel 4: Series 15), Episode 4Johnny Vegas and Rhod Gilbert face off against Joe Wilkinson and Roisin Conaty. Tom Allen is in with Susie Dent, and Rachel Riley is in charge of the letters and numbers.
1:20am55 min version (repeat)
1:50am
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Michael McIntyre: Happy And Glorious
TV edit of Michael McIntyre's 2015 DVD.
1:55am
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The Ricky Gervais Show
Series 3, Episode 10 - SocietyThis week the trio discuss Ancient Greece and what laws and rules they may have instigated and muse over what life would be like if Karl was made President of Society.
1:55am
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This Country
Series 3, Episode 6 - HarvestIt's the annual harvest festival, an event that brings the whole village together. But one resident's announcement has unexpected emotional consequences for the community.
2:15am
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Judge Romesh
A selection of episodes from the second series.
2:30am
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The Ricky Gervais Show
Series 3, Episode 11 - WartimeIn this show, topics include Karl's thoughts on the importance of historic artefacts and how his book will be viewed in the future. Plus, the meaning of popular wartime expressions and what life must be like for a soldier's spouse.
2:30am
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Anita & Me
2002 film based on the book of the same name by Meera Syal about Meena, a 12-year-old Sikh girl living in a predominantly white mining village.
2:40am
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Lenny Henry's Race Through Comedy
Episode 1 - SitcomA look at some of the well-meaning attempts television made to embrace the changing face of the nation during the 1970s.
2:50am
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Celebrity Juice
Series 18, Highlights Special - The Sweetest BitsKeith Lemon introduces all the best, most-sweetest bits from Series 18 of the outrageous comedy panel show, alongside show regulars Holly Willoughby, Fearne Cotton and Gino D'Acampo. Featuring clips of all the silliest games, funniest gags and biggest moments of mayhem from the series.
3am
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Kevin Bridges: The Brand New Tour
Kevin Bridges performs live at the Glasgow Hydro.
3am
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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.
3:30am
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 5, Episode 3 - The Longest NightWhile out shopping at Top-Buys, the Trotters are taken to the supermarket manager's office believing that they have won a prize. Instead, they are held hostage when an armed robbery goes wrong.
4am
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Budgie
Best Mates. Budgie comes to the aid of his best friend Maguire, but this simply leads them both into further bother.
5:05am
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Minder
Series 4, Episode 9 - WindowsArthur plans to become a major player in the fitness industry by opening an aerobics studio. Terry gets involved with two Italian families when the daughter of one family walks out on her husband.
5:10am
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Outside Edge
Series 3, Episode 3Bob is staying at the Dervishes, having been thrown out by Ginnie. Mim does her best to cheer him up - but she can't get far.