Television
TV schedule Tuesday 20th April 2021
6am
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Only When I Laugh
Series 3, Episode 3 - The Right Honourable GentlemanAn MP concerned with the spiralling costs of the NHS is admitted for treatment, but refuses to sign a petition to save the hospital.
6:55am
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Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 33 - Cat SittingWhen his landlady is involved in an accident, Mr Bean is left to care for her vicious cat Scrapper.
7:05am
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Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 34 - The BottleMr Bean's prized ship in a bottle ends up on a milkman's float, leading to a mission to get it back from the local dairy.
7:10am
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 2, Episode 11 - Love On The RunWhen Darryl ends up in hospital, he and the nurse devise a plan for him to escape to spend a night with Tracey. Sharon has a fling with an artist who gives Tracey a surprise welcome home.
7:10am
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Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 33 - Licence To CareA mishap on a mission leaves Danger Mouse confused - why is Penfold not talking to him?
7:15am
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Ever Decreasing Circles
Series 2, Episode 5Martin is determined to be Snooker champion and when the local tournament favourite moves away he believes the title is his. But Paul enters and is odds-on to win it - or perhaps not after Ann has a quiet word with him.
7:20am
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Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 11 - We Want To Break FreeDennis is exasperated to find that he can't land himself in detention.
7:30am
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Rotten To The Core
A repeat of this 1965 film.
7:30am
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Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 48 - Chocolate Hills, PhilippinesThe Grimbots discover a place called the Chocolate Hills on Bohol Island in the Philippines and take Grandmaster Glitch there.
7:45am
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 2, Episode 12 - Old FriendsSharon feels left out and jealous when Tracey invites her old best friend Trish to stay. Things soon turn around when Tracey becomes tired of Trish's obsession with the past and Sharon starts to bond with her.
7:45am
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Ever Decreasing Circles
Series 2, Episode 6Ann wants more than just being a housewife and decides she needs to get a job. Paul offers her a position at the salon, but turns her down when she later hopes to accept it. Martin is none-too-pleased at either decision.
8:15am
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Danny & Mick
Series 4, Episode 8 - Picture PerfectIt's the day of the staff photo and Danny and Mick have been tasked with keeping themselves and the leisure centre clean. How hard could that be?
8:25am
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Hi-De-Hi!
Series 3, Episode 10 - Sing You SinnersOwing to the departure of the local vicar, Jeffrey finds himself conducting the Sunday half-hour. Needless to say, he makes a hash of it...
8:35am
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Justin's House
Series 3, Episode 10 - Pirate DayJustin, Robert and Little Monster try to protect Gem's jewels from naughty Captain Sinker when the stars of Swashbuckle drop in for Pirate Day. Guest starring Gemma Hunt and Ella Kenion.
9am
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Porridge
Series 3, Episode 4 - Pardon MeBlanco's parole hearing is imminent and it looks like he will be successful, but he's not happy. Convicted of killing his wife, he's always denied he committed the crime. Why should he accept the parole board's decision that he's done his time and paid his penance when he's innocent?
9:10am
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Bless This House
Series 6, Episode 8 - Skin DeepAfter a heavy night's drinking with his new secretary, Sid finds he's more to worry about than waking up with a hangover - being covered in a big red blotchy rash. The doctor suspects it could be psychosomatic and hopes to get to the root of the problem.
9:30am
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Twirlywoos
Series 4, Episode 21 - More About On Top OfThe Twirlywoos are in a supermarket watching a shop assistant stacking toilet rolls on top of each other.
9:40am
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 15, Episode 8 - There Are Gypsies At The Bottom Of Our GardenFoggy identifies the sound of a giant woodpecker and exploits this natural wonder.
9:45am
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On The Buses
Series 6, Episode 7 - The PrizeWhen Stan gives Mum a selection of raffle tickets Blakey's made him buy, she wins a holiday for two in the Spanish sun. But the big question is: should Stan, Olive or Arthur accompany her?
10am
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Get Some In!
Series 2, Episode 6The food being served up in the camp canteen continues getting worse and worse, as Cook-Corporal Jenner runs a side-line in offloading as much as possible to line his own pocket. C Flight decide to take a stand.
10:20am
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 15, Episode 9 - Aladdin Gets On Your WickThe sight of a sailboarder slicing through the water gives Foggy an idea. But where can he get a bit of wood big enough for three to stand on?
10:25am
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Minder
Series 2, Episode 9 - Diamonds Are A Girl's Worst EnemyAn old adversary's car mysteriously disappears while Terry is minding it.
10:25am
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Sooty
Series 2, Episode 5 - Five Star FishWhen Richard is put in charge of Mr. Slater's five star restaurant, his first customer demands fresh fish. Can Fishermen Sooty and Sweep come to Richard's rescue, or will they catch more than they bargained for? Guest starring Caroline Quentin.
11am
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Episode 10Hyacinth's plan to take Daddy on a picnic backfires spectacularly when he takes Richard's car for a ride.
11am
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The Naked Truth
Comedy following a group of people being blackmailed by the editor of a gossip magazine.
11:40am
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The Good Life
Series 3, Episode 1 - The Early BirdsAfter accidentally waking the Leadbetters at an ungodly hour, Tom and Barbara promise future consideration and decide to live their lives by nature's clock while they have so much work to do. However, that soon proves easier said than done.
12pm
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Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 33 - Tomorrow Never ComesDreams come true as The Princess returns and erases weekdays forever! It's up to Danger Mouse to ruin everyone's lives and restore weekdays before it's too late.
12:10pm
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Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 2, Episode 3 - Waffle And The KittenThe Brooklyn-Bells are looking after the kitten from Jess's veterinary practice.
12:10pm
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Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 34 - Half The World Is Not EnoughDanger Mouse's antics cost Professor Squawkencluck her job. Is this the end of all those wonderful gadgets, or can the world's greatest secret agent get the Professor her job back?
12:20pm
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Porridge
Series 3, Episode 4 - Pardon MeBlanco's parole hearing is imminent and it looks like he will be successful, but he's not happy. Convicted of killing his wife, he's always denied he committed the crime. Why should he accept the parole board's decision that he's done his time and paid his penance when he's innocent?
12:25pm
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Timmy Time
Series 2, Episode 10 - Timmy's TractorTimmy is proud of his splendid scrap tractor, made using a cereal box, toilet roll and jam jar lids.
12:25pm
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Shaun The Sheep
Series 5, Episode 17 - ChecklistBitzer's over-officious management style becomes too much for the sheep, who decide it's time for him to chill out. Bitzer's tasks for the day take on a new purpose, for everyone to have some fun.
12:30pm
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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!
1pm
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Hi-De-Hi!
Series 3, Episode 10 - Sing You SinnersOwing to the departure of the local vicar, Jeffrey finds himself conducting the Sunday half-hour. Needless to say, he makes a hash of it...
1:40pm
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Ever Decreasing Circles
Series 2, Episode 6Ann wants more than just being a housewife and decides she needs to get a job. Paul offers her a position at the salon, but turns her down when she later hopes to accept it. Martin is none-too-pleased at either decision.
2:20pm
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Dad's Army
Series 9, Episode 3 - Knights Of MadnessIt is "Wings for Victory" week in Walmington and the final event is to be shared by the Home Guard and the ARP. Mainwaring has decided to act out the fight between St. George and the Dragon - with him as St. George, of course.
2:55pm
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Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 33 - Cat SittingWhen his landlady is involved in an accident, Mr Bean is left to care for her vicious cat Scrapper.
3pm
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Episode 10Hyacinth's plan to take Daddy on a picnic backfires spectacularly when he takes Richard's car for a ride.
3pm
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Danny & Mick
Series 4, Episode 8 - Picture PerfectIt's the day of the staff photo and Danny and Mick have been tasked with keeping themselves and the leisure centre clean. How hard could that be?
3:05pm
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Mr Bean
Series 1, Episode 34 - The BottleMr Bean's prized ship in a bottle ends up on a milkman's float, leading to a mission to get it back from the local dairy.
3:10pm
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Sketchy Comedy
Episode 3A toaster, cheese grater, bin and washing machine are among the items getting the Sketchy treatment.
3:15pm
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Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 11 - We Want To Break FreeDennis is exasperated to find that he can't land himself in detention.
3:40pm
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The Good Life
Series 3, Episode 1 - The Early BirdsAfter accidentally waking the Leadbetters at an ungodly hour, Tom and Barbara promise future consideration and decide to live their lives by nature's clock while they have so much work to do. However, that soon proves easier said than done.
4:20pm
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Lovejoy
Series 4, Episode 11 - Dainty DishLovejoy and Lady Jane fall out over a royal dinner service belonging to a Belgian countess. Meanwhile, Gimbert is out for revenge.
4:20pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 15, Episode 8 - There Are Gypsies At The Bottom Of Our GardenFoggy identifies the sound of a giant woodpecker and exploits this natural wonder.
4:30pm
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The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 2, Episode 3 - Chow WowDave enters Fuzzypeg into a competition to become the face of a new brand of dog food which he unexpectedly wins, but as Fuzzypeg embarks on a glamorous new lifestyle, Dave misses his pal and seeks a way to terminate his contract.
4:45pm
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The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
Series 2, Episode 4 - The ThroneGran buys a new loo which looks strikingly similar to the previously encountered Chaos Toilet - this lavatory has a tendency to flush its users into another dimension, and Dave and Gran quickly find themselves flushed and spat out in olden-day Grimsby. Here the Queen of Grimsby has a bone to pick with Gran...
4:45pm
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Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 49 - Go Jet Academy: Global GameshowIt's the Go Jetters as you've never seen them before as they take part in a disco-dazzling around the world gameshow! Foz and Xui are on Team Go Jetter and Grandmaster Glitch and Kyan are on Team Glitch as they go head to head to see who will win. Ubercorn and Lars are the quizmasters asking the questions in this ultimate geographic quiz.
4:45pm
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Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 30 - Queen Of The WeevilsOur hero's lack of belief in wizardry comes back to bite him as an evil Magical Queen, the Queen of Weevils, is released and determined to take revenge on the world.
4:50pm
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Minder
Series 2, Episode 10 - The Old School TieWhen an old friend of Terry's escapes from prison, he wants him to help prove his innocence.
5pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 15, Episode 9 - Aladdin Gets On Your WickThe sight of a sailboarder slicing through the water gives Foggy an idea. But where can he get a bit of wood big enough for three to stand on?
5:15pm
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Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 3, Episode 15 - Sponsored WaffleWaffle, Simon, Doug, Evie and Ruby do a sponsored silence to raise money for the school.
5:25pm
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Fresh Fields
Series 3, Episode 5 - Crossed LinesHester's desperate to win election to a local community committee. However, she's up against a newcomer to the neighbourhood; tall, thin, younger and - it seems - popular with everyone; even William!
5:40pm
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Hi-De-Hi!
Series 3, Episode 10 - Sing You SinnersOwing to the departure of the local vicar, Jeffrey finds himself conducting the Sunday half-hour. Needless to say, he makes a hash of it...
6pm
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Waiting For God
Series 2, Episode 5After an uncharacteristically blunt interjection from Tom, Jane transforms herself into a 'beauty queen' in order to attract Harvey's attention. Meanwhile, Sarah arrives with news that she is engaged to be married to entrepreneur Sam Parry.
6pm
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Taskmaster
Series 6, Episode 3 - One Warm PrawnThe five comedians take a nostalgic trip to childhood as they are compelled to taste-test some mystery baby food, among other odd tasks. As usual, they are judged harshly by Taskmaster Greg Davies, who is aided by resident stats geek, Alex Horne. Plus, Russell Howard presents a nightmarish fairy tale and Liza Tarbuck introduces a plastic lizard to a cordless drill.
6:20pm
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The Good Life
Series 3, Episode 1 - The Early BirdsAfter accidentally waking the Leadbetters at an ungodly hour, Tom and Barbara promise future consideration and decide to live their lives by nature's clock while they have so much work to do. However, that soon proves easier said than done.
6:40pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 17, Episode 1 - Leaving Home Forever, Or Till TeatimeHoward finds that lipstick on his collar is a sure way of becoming homeless.
7pm
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Porridge
Series 3, Episode 4 - Pardon MeBlanco's parole hearing is imminent and it looks like he will be successful, but he's not happy. Convicted of killing his wife, he's always denied he committed the crime. Why should he accept the parole board's decision that he's done his time and paid his penance when he's innocent?
7pm
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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.
7:20pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 17, Episode 2 - Bicycle BonanzaFoggy's decision to go trekking across the moors coincides with Auntie Wainwright's special offer of grocery delivery bicycles.
7:40pm
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Dad's Army
Series 9, Episode 3 - Knights Of MadnessIt is "Wings for Victory" week in Walmington and the final event is to be shared by the Home Guard and the ARP. Mainwaring has decided to act out the fight between St. George and the Dragon - with him as St. George, of course.
7:40pm
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Room 101
Series 5, Episode 8 - John Torode, Russell Howard, Katherine ParkinsonMasterchef's John Torode, stand-up Russell Howard, and actress Katherine Parkinson attempt to assign massive pepper grinders, dreams and women who cross their legs when having their photo taken into Room 101.
8pm
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A League Of Their Own
Road Trip: Loch Ness To London, Episode 2Freddie, Jamie, Jack and Romesh try their hand at some off-road driving at Ardvkerikie, before getting their kilts on for a Highland Games challenge, then heading to Weymouth to fish with Marco Pierre White.
8:20pm
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Dad's Army
Series 9, Episode 4 - The Miser's HoardIt is discovered that Frazer has been hiding hundreds of gold sovereigns. Mainwaring believes that the best thing is for him to buy an annuity (not that his commission has anything to do with it), but the Scotsman has other ideas.
8:20pm
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Room 101
Series 6, Episode 1 - Catherine Tate, Rylan Clark-Neal, Nigel HaversComedian Catherine Tate, actor Nigel Havers and TV presenter Rylan Clark-Neal try to send hipster restaurants, set up-paparazzi shoots and Jeremy Corbyn into the Orwellian chamber.
8:30pm30 min
TV Flashback
Series 4, Episode 11 - North WalesThis time Tudur's coming home to North Wales. It's a land of weekend warriors, Klingon speakers and eccentric railwaymen, full of lively characters from the nation's TV past.
9pm
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9pm60 min
Guessable?
Series 2, Episode 2Joel Dommett, Clare Balding, Richard Madeley and Kemah Bob play the games.
9pm60 min version (repeat)
QI
Series R, Episode 10 - Rest & RecreationSandi Toksvig asks questions on the theme of rest and recreation this week, with Stephen K Amos, Susan Calman, Lou Sanders and Alan Davies trying to come up with interesting answers - while avoiding the most obvious ones.
9:35pm
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Absolutely Fabulous
Series 2, Episode 6 - BirthWhen Patsy accidentally burns down the kitchen, the sitting room becomes temporary heart of the household. Finding themselves locked in the room all evening, Patsy, Eddy and Saffy are forced to confront their relationships with their mothers.
10pm
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Michael McIntyre: Live & Laughing
A TV broadcast of Michael McIntyre's sell-out 2008 stand-up show which cemented the comic's status as one of the UK's top stand-up stars.
10pm
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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 15 (Channel 4: Series 16), Episode 8Jimmy Carr hosts the last in the current series, as Sean Lock and Roisin Conaty take on guest captain Alan Carr and Joe Lycett. Plus special guest Spencer Jones joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while maths whizz Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.
10pm45 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo
Series 15, Episode 5 - Ardal O'Hanlon, Mawaan Rizwan, Sara BarronArdal O'Hanlon plays host in this edition of the comedy showcase, recorded before a packed house at London's Hammersmith Apollo. The show features sets by Mawaan Rizwan and Sara Barron.
10pm
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Mock The Week
Series 15, Episode 6Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis mock the events of the last seven days with guests Loyiso Gola, Milton Jones, Miles Jupp, Ellie Taylor and Josh Widdicombe. Also, tennis star Andy Murray is in the audience again.
10pm
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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.
10:20pm
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French And Saunders
Series 5, Episode 4Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders present a series of their comedy sketch shows. Tonight, there's a hint of caped crusaders, and the guest appearances include Patsy Kensit.
10:35pm
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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.
10:40pm
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Meet The Richardsons
Series 2, Episode 2Jon starts work on his dream project, a documentary about his idol the Yorkshire singer songwriter Jake Thackray - with co-host Sally Phillips. Meanwhile, Lucy attempts to reignite the passion in her marriage and gets some unorthodox advice from her mother and a romantic break away goes wrong.
11pm
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dinnerladies
A selection of episodes from the first series of the Victoria Wood sitcom.
11pm
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Goodness Gracious Me
Series 2, Episode 5This week we take a look at the Cambridge years of Indian independence leaders Nehru and Jinnah; visit Rav's Animal Hospital; a young woman receives some disturbing sex advice on the eve of her wedding; and Skipinder is back.
11:20pm
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Mock The Week
Series 15, Episode 7Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis mock the events of the last seven days with guests Rob Beckett, Ed Gamble, Milton Jones, Romesh Ranganathan and Tiff Stevenson.
11:40pm
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Peep Show
Series 9, Episode 4 - Mole-MappingMark's determination to get the woman of his dreams isn't hindered by the fact that she has a husband. Jeremy on the other hand is getting a tough dose of reality from a client.
Midnight
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Lee Evans - Different Planet Tour
Lee Evans's Different Planet Tour, live from the West End at the culmination of more than 100 performances.
Midnight
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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.
12:10am
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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 15 (Channel 4: Series 16), Episode 8Jimmy Carr hosts the last in the current series, as Sean Lock and Roisin Conaty take on guest captain Alan Carr and Joe Lycett. Plus special guest Spencer Jones joins Susie Dent in Dictionary Corner, while maths whizz Rachel Riley looks after the numbers and letters.
12:10am
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Taskmaster
Series 11, Episode 5 - Slap And TongLee Mack raises serious questions around the use of cling film, Charlotte Ritchie anoints an insect, and Jamali Maddix nearly chokes on a many-sided dessert.
12:15am
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12:30am
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Celebrity Juice
Series 25, Episode 1Roman Kemp, Shirley Ballas, Judi Love and Jamie Laing join Keith and captains Laura Whitmore and Emily Atack for the start of a new series.
12:40am
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Room 101
Series 5, Episode 8 - John Torode, Russell Howard, Katherine ParkinsonMasterchef's John Torode, stand-up Russell Howard, and actress Katherine Parkinson attempt to assign massive pepper grinders, dreams and women who cross their legs when having their photo taken into Room 101.
12:55am
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Absolutely Fabulous
Series 2, Episode 6 - BirthWhen Patsy accidentally burns down the kitchen, the sitting room becomes temporary heart of the household. Finding themselves locked in the room all evening, Patsy, Eddy and Saffy are forced to confront their relationships with their mothers.
1:10am
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Taskmaster
Series 6, Episode 5 - H.As the series nears the halfway point, the five comic contestants grow ever more eager to lay their hands on the coveted Taskmaster trophy. Asim Chaudhry has fun with drain pipes, Tim Vine gets stuck in a tunnel and, dissatisfied with his charge's performance, Greg Davies gives Alex Horne a sharp telling off in front of everyone.
1:20am
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Room 101
Series 6, Episode 1 - Catherine Tate, Rylan Clark-Neal, Nigel HaversComedian Catherine Tate, actor Nigel Havers and TV presenter Rylan Clark-Neal try to send hipster restaurants, set up-paparazzi shoots and Jeremy Corbyn into the Orwellian chamber.
1:30am
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Comedy Store
An access all areas pass to the hallowed comedy venue with stand-up sets from new comedians and headline acts.
1:35am
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French And Saunders
Series 5, Episode 4Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders present a series of their comedy sketch shows. Tonight, there's a hint of caped crusaders, and the guest appearances include Patsy Kensit.
2am50 min version (repeat)
QI
Series R, Episode 10 - Rest & RecreationSandi Toksvig asks questions on the theme of rest and recreation this week, with Stephen K Amos, Susan Calman, Lou Sanders and Alan Davies trying to come up with interesting answers - while avoiding the most obvious ones.
2:20am
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Peep Show
Series 9, Episode 4 - Mole-MappingMark's determination to get the woman of his dreams isn't hindered by the fact that she has a husband. Jeremy on the other hand is getting a tough dose of reality from a client.
2:35am
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Don't Hate The Playaz
Series 3, Episode 4Maya Jama, Big Zuu and Dane Baptiste go up against Lady Leshurr, Raye and Darren Harriott in rap battles, dance-offs and freestyling challenges.
2:50am
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Goodness Gracious Me
Series 2, Episode 5This week we take a look at the Cambridge years of Indian independence leaders Nehru and Jinnah; visit Rav's Animal Hospital; a young woman receives some disturbing sex advice on the eve of her wedding; and Skipinder is back.
2:50am
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Mock The Week
Series 15, Episode 6Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis mock the events of the last seven days with guests Loyiso Gola, Milton Jones, Miles Jupp, Ellie Taylor and Josh Widdicombe. Also, tennis star Andy Murray is in the audience again.
3:15am
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 2, Episode 11 - Love On The RunWhen Darryl ends up in hospital, he and the nurse devise a plan for him to escape to spend a night with Tracey. Sharon has a fling with an artist who gives Tracey a surprise welcome home.
3:20am
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4am
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Budgie
The Outside Man. It seems as if Budgie may be going straight at long last when he goes to Charlie Endell and asks for a job reference.