Television
TV schedule Friday 20th August 2021
7am
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French Fields
Series 2, Christmas Special - Noel, NoelHester has a perfect English Christmas planned - in the middle of northern France. She'll entertain the locals with traditional British foods, and celebrate in style with Emma, Peter and baby Guy.
7:10am
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Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 24 - Escape From Big HeadSquawkencluck reboots the Big Head base computer, which immediately locks up everyone in a maximum security prison.
7:25am
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Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 1, Episode 42 - The Tech SpecsDennis is blamed for a theft he didn't commit, and Mrs Creecher's new super-powered tech specs mean she can suddenly see way too well. She teams up with Sergeant Slipper to track down fugitive Dennis who has to somehow hide from the all-seeing tech specs so he can prove his innocence and find the real culprit.
7:40am
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Fresh Fields
Series 4, Episode 6 - Caught In The ActStress hits the Fields' household when Peter's parents announce that they are coming to stay. Not even Sonia can escape their boring presence!
7:40am
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Go Jetters
Series 3, Episode 6 - The Continent Of EuropeWhen Tala bases her class project on her uncle's travels, the Go Jetters swing into action and help Grandmaster Glitch take his own souvenir selfies across the continent of Europe.
8:05am
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Fresh Fields
Series 4, Episode 7 - Brighton Or BustHester takes part in a bike ride from south London to Brighton in aid of charity. If only she'd been on a bicycle at some point in the last decade...
8:30am
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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!
8:35am
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Bitz & Bob
Series 2, Episode 20 - Bitz And Bob's Toy ShopBitz and Bob's junk stall sells out of everything, including Bob's robo-helmet!
8:40am
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Are You Being Served?
Series 8, Episode 7 - The Erotic Dreams Of Mrs SlocombeMrs. Slocombe can't help but dream about Mr. Humphries, and her awkward behaviour around him is becoming evident to the rest of the staff. Something has to be done, and Mr. Grace has the perfect solution.
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.
9:20am
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 2, Episode 1 - The Long Legs Of The LawRodney falls for the charms of a woman police officer but, when he brings her back to the flat, Del is far from pleased as she seems to recognise most of his 'stock' from Scotland Yard records or Police Five!
9:25am
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Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the second series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
9:30am
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Twirlywoos
Series 3, Episode 7 - More About StretchingThe Twirlywoo Screen entertains with something long, green and stretchy, and the Quacky Birds are all of a flap.
9:45am
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On The Buses
Series 5, Episode 4 - The Inspector's PetsIt's goodbye to the depot for a while for Blakey - he and his mum are going on holiday. But they can't find anyone to look after the dachshund and the tropical fish...
10am
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 2, Episode 6 - Ballad For Wind Instruments And CanoeA transaction with the fabulous Arnpepper; the Great Gob Contest; and a runaway canoe.
10am
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Horrible Histories
Series 5, Episode 8The surprising identity of Britain's top-scoring footballer is revealed, things get ridiculous on Germany's version of Historical Who Wants To Be A Millionaire, a Celtic farmer isn't terribly keen on plans for Hadrian's Wall, and the brainy pioneers of transportation sing about their inventions.
10:25am
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Minder
Series 10, Episode 7 - The Great Depression Of 1994Everybody on the manor is affected when Arthur's brother-in-law becomes depressed. Even Arthur is laid low by the pervading air of gloom - until he spots a way of making money out of misery.
10:25am
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Sooty
Series 2, Episode 17 - The Dance CompetitionSooty Sweep, Soo and Richard take to the ballroom floor in Mr Slater's annual dance competition - but who will win the prize? Guest starring Helen Pearson.
10:30am
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Horrible Histories
Series 5, Episode 9There is public confusion when King Charles II bans coffee shops, a seasick chicken ruins a Roman sea battle, mighty Egyptian Pharaoh, Ramesses II, meets some smelly peasants on Historical Wife Swap, and a cave-dwelling Stone Age couple try to buy their first house.
10:40am
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 3, Episode 1 - The Man From OswestryScandal in the Pennines! Blamire has run off with a woman (of all things!), and his replacement, Foggy Dewhurst, proves himself to be something of a trouble-maker.
11:20am
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Episode 8Hyacinth and Richard are forced to intervene when Daddy goes on a shopping spree in a local store's toy department, dressed as a spaceman!
11:20am
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Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 49 - MousefallDanger Mouse faces his toughest challenge ever as a mysterious super-villain releases all the villains from Arkwright and plots the end of our hero.
11:25am
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The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated comedy starring Johnny Vegas.
11:30am
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Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 50 - Mouse RiseDanger Mouse faces his toughest challenge ever as a mysterious super-villain releases all the villains from Arkwright and plots the end of our hero.
11:45am
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Class Dismissed
Series 3, Episode 1 - Back To SchoolIt is the first day of term and as Billy, Tahj, Emily and Jasmine get used to life in Year 10, Mr Capp reveals he has had a life-changing experience over the holidays. Mr Christopher teaches another important life lesson and trumping teacher Miss Davis is back with some gusto!
12pm
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Hold The Sunset
Series 2, Episode 2 - The DisappearanceAfter his disastrous open day, Phil has disappeared. As Edith searches for him, her difficult sister Joan invites herself to stay. Meanwhile Roger comes up with a new way to make money: by renting out his mother's spare room online, to two Americans.
12:25pm
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All At Sea
Series 2, Episode 12 - WreathCharlie causes chaos for two different sets of mourners when he attempts to replace a funeral wreath. Meanwhile, Hannah tries to prove that she has a kind and generous spirit.
12:35pm
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Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 40 - Cave Of Crystals, MexicoWhile in Mexico, Glitch takes a short cut through the Cave of Crystals, a hidden space that contains some of the biggest crystals in the world!
12:40pm
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 2, Episode 1 - The Long Legs Of The LawRodney falls for the charms of a woman police officer but, when he brings her back to the flat, Del is far from pleased as she seems to recognise most of his 'stock' from Scotland Yard records or Police Five!
12:50pm
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Timmy Time
Series 2, Episode 14 - Tidy TimmyTimmy's attempts at tidying his toys are rather slapdash, so Harriet shows him how it should be done.
1:20pm
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Are You Being Served?
Series 8, Episode 7 - The Erotic Dreams Of Mrs SlocombeMrs. Slocombe can't help but dream about Mr. Humphries, and her awkward behaviour around him is becoming evident to the rest of the staff. Something has to be done, and Mr. Grace has the perfect solution.
2pm
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Open All Hours
Series 3, Episode 4 - How To Ignite Your Errand BoyArkwright's plan to make his own fire lighters has a snag, they may be somewhat dangerous to make...Oh well, Granville is not busy...
2:30pm
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Go Jetters
Series 3, Episode 7 - Go Jetter Heroes: Polar ExplorersWhen Glitch and Kyan race to the south pole, Glitch's loyal Grimbots steal the pole's marker to help Glitch win. But when Glitch orders them to return it, they find themselves lost and trapped in the ice - and the Go Jetters must spring into action to rescue them.
2:40pm
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Open All Hours
Series 3, Episode 5 - "The Man From Down Under"When one of Nurse Gladys Emmanuel's admirers returns from Australia, Arkwright proffers a real Yorkshire welcome...
2:40pm
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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.
3:15pm
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Diddy TV
Series 2, Episode 8 - Don't Be SillyThey meet an ancient tribe called the Dinkas and there's a huge cash prize to be won in Diddy or No Diddy.
3:20pm
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Episode 8Hyacinth and Richard are forced to intervene when Daddy goes on a shopping spree in a local store's toy department, dressed as a spaceman!
3:30pm
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Danny & Mick
Series 1, Episode 7 - White WeddingWith a wedding to organise, nothing can go wrong today. But Danny accidentally orders 10,000 toilet rolls and needs to hide them from the boss...
3:45pm
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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.
4pm
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Hold The Sunset
Series 2, Episode 2 - The DisappearanceAfter his disastrous open day, Phil has disappeared. As Edith searches for him, her difficult sister Joan invites herself to stay. Meanwhile Roger comes up with a new way to make money: by renting out his mother's spare room online, to two Americans.
4pm
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Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the second series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
4:20pm
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Auf Wiedersehen, Pet
Series 1, Episode 1 - If I Were A CarpenterThe boys arrive in Dusseldorf with high hopes.
4:40pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 2, Episode 6 - Ballad For Wind Instruments And CanoeA transaction with the fabulous Arnpepper; the Great Gob Contest; and a runaway canoe.
4:45pm
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Go Jetters
Series 3, Episode 8 - Middle Of The World City, EcuadorAfter hearing about how the Monument to the Equator in Ciudad Mitad del Mundo is in the wrong location, Glitch and his Glitchbots pretend to be the Go Jetters and move the monument onto the equator. But when things start to go wrong, Glitch must learn that some glitches are fine the way they are.
4:45pm
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Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 24 - Escape From Big HeadSquawkencluck reboots the Big Head base computer, which immediately locks up everyone in a maximum security prison.
5pm20 min
Horrible Histories
Series 9, Special - Protesting With Pankhurst: Animated SpecialEmmeline Pankhurst is our guide through this Horrible History of protest.
5:15pm
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Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 1, Episode 15 - Waffle & The Swimming PoolWaffle has so much fun on a doggy playdate at Mr Willow's house that he decides to stay for a sleepover! The Brooklyn-Bells miss Waffle and can't wait for his return.
5:20pm
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 5, Episode 8 - Mind Over MatterDorien's hypnotises Sharon to help her to overcome her arachnophobia. This causes mayhem.
5:20pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 3, Episode 1 - The Man From OswestryScandal in the Pennines! Blamire has run off with a woman (of all things!), and his replacement, Foggy Dewhurst, proves himself to be something of a trouble-maker.
5:20pm
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Bill
Comedy film charting the young life of William Shakespeare and his finding fame in London, starring the cast of Horrible Histories.
6pm
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Hi-De-Hi!
Series 8, Episode 5 - The Wind Of ChangeIn the last episode in the series, as the end of the season at Maplin's approaches, the staff discuss their plans for the future.
6pm
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 2, Episode 1 - The Long Legs Of The LawRodney falls for the charms of a woman police officer but, when he brings her back to the flat, Del is far from pleased as she seems to recognise most of his 'stock' from Scotland Yard records or Police Five!
6pm60 min version (repeat)
6:40pm
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As Time Goes By
Series 9, Episode 1 - You Can't Manufacture Happy Endings For EverybodySandy's boyfriend calls at the house to tell Sandy some important news, and Jean is desperate to know what it is. And Alistair cannot decide whether to concentrate on his work or love life.
6:40pm
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Are You Being Served?
Series 8, Episode 7 - The Erotic Dreams Of Mrs SlocombeMrs. Slocombe can't help but dream about Mr. Humphries, and her awkward behaviour around him is becoming evident to the rest of the staff. Something has to be done, and Mr. Grace has the perfect solution.
7:20pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 27, Episode 3 - Has Anyone Seen Barry's Midlife CrisisHoward makes a bold bid for freedom via a bedroom window.
7:20pm
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Episode 8Hyacinth and Richard are forced to intervene when Daddy goes on a shopping spree in a local store's toy department, dressed as a spaceman!
7:35pm
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The Rubbish World Of Dave Spud
A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated comedy starring Johnny Vegas.
7:40pm
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Would I Lie To You?
Series 5, Episode 8David Mitchell is joined by Lorraine Kelly and Dara O'Briain, while Lee Mack is teamed with Barry Cryer and Sue Perkins.
8pm
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Open All Hours
Series 3, Episode 6 - The Cool Cocoa Tin LidGranville decides to get cool. He's got the open necked shirt and the shades, but where's a poor errand boy going to find a medallion?
8pm
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Doc Martin
Series 8, Episode 8 - All My TrialsMartin has not been able to practice ahead of his hearing but this does not stop patients asking for medical advice. Louisa goes to see Chris Parsons to find out how serious the hearing is. Penhale has commissioned a bust to recognise his contribution to Portwenn and the American is back to do some research into her family tree but has a medical issue she wants to see Martin about.
8:20pm
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QI
A selection of three episodes from the world's cleverest and most interesting panel game.
8:25pm
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Would I Lie To You?
Series 14, Episode 5Claudia Winkleman, the Rev Kate Bottley, Sara Barron and Ed Gamble join host Rob Brydon and regular captains David Mitchell and Lee Mack on the comedy panel show.
8:40pm
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Open All Hours
Series 4, Episode 1 - Soulmate WeekendGranville is desperate for female company, so he decides to resort to advertising. He ends up getting more than he bargained for.
9pm
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Doc Martin
Series 9, Episode 1 - To The LighthouseMartin's medical career remains under scrutiny as a GMC representative has come to assess him and his surgery. Meanwhile, Al accidentally proposes to Morwenna, and Mrs Tishell has a new lease on life.
9:20pm
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Not Going Out
Series 1, Episode 6 - CaretakerLee finally manages to get a job, as a caretaker. But taking up the new post involves moving out of the flat.
9:30pm30 min
King Gary
Series 2, Episode 4 - Fully DarkGary chairs a meeting of Butterchurn Crescent residents in an attempt to deal with growing unrest about Aaron and his disruptive, noisy, partying ways.
10pm
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Not Going Out
Series 2, Episode 1 - MortgageLee's former flatmate Kate has moved back to America, so Tim decides to sell the flat.
10pm
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Jimmy Carr: Laughing And Joking
TV version of Jimmy Carr's 2013 stand-up DVD release, Laughing And Joking.
10pm
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Comedy Central At The Comedy Store
Series 5, Episode 3 - Tom Allen At The Comedy StoreTom Allen is at the prestigious Comedy Store in London hosting a night of riotous comedy with the hilarious Tez Ilyas, the brilliant Kiri Pritchard-McLean and the fabulous Tom Lucy.
10pm
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Still Game
Series 1, Episode 5 - Waddin'It's the society do of the year, a lavish wedding organised by Navid from the corner shop. Jack and Victor are desperate to get their hands on a precious invite. But there's a shock in store for the old boys when they receive a visit from beyond the grave.
10pm
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I'll Get This
Series 1, Episode 5With Josh Widdicombe, Gemma Collins, Adrian Chiles, Melvin Odoom and Holly Walsh.
10pm65 min
The Lateish Show With Mo Gilligan
Series 2, Episode 5Mo chews the fat with guests Alesha Dixon, Aisling Bea, Adrian Dunbar, Munya Chawawa and Kurupt FM.
10pm
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A League Of Their Own
Series 16, Episode 1The sports-based comedy quiz returns, with Jamie Redknapp, Freddie Flintoff and Romesh Ranganathan joined by Tom Davis, Maisie Adam, George North and Laura Woods.
10:05pm
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Ladies Of Letters
Series 1, Episode 9Vera is released from prison, while Irene discovers Vera's old house may get bulldozed.
10:30pm
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Rhod Gilbert's Growing Pains
Series 1, Episode 3Comedian and unexpected ballroom dancing star Bill Bailey, comic Tom Allen and TV presenter AJ Odudu share their embarrassing teenage stories with host Rhod Gilbert.
10:30pm
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The Karen Dunbar Show
BBC Scotland sketch show starring comic actress Karen Dunbar.
10:35pm
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Ladies Of Letters
Series 1, Episode 10Irene and Vera agree to head off on a round the world trip together.
10:40pm
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The Cockfields
A repeat run of the first series.
11pm
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The Moments That Made...
Episode 2 - Richard WilsonVeteran Scottish actor Richard Wilson is the focus of this episode of this series that takes a detailed review of top comedy talent careers.
11pm
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Taskmaster
Series 6, Episode 8 - What Kind Of Pictures?Alex Horne, subservient servant to glorious Taskmaster, Greg Davies, gets a treat as he's allowed to crack open five unusual chocolate eggs. Meanwhile, Russell Howard uses ear wax to charm a nice lady called Carol, Asim Chaudhry goes digging for invertebrates and Liza Tarbuck makes a puzzle for children... that should not be seen by children.
11:05pm
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The Festival
Comedy about a group of friends at their first music festival.
11:30pm
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Roast Battle
Series 1, Episode 1Some of the sharpest wits in British comedy go up against one another, with participants attempting to humorously 'take down' their opponent to win the 'battle'. It's Tom Allen v Suzi Ruffell and Phil Wang v Ed Gamble.
11:30pm
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Bad Influencer
Episode 2In this week's episode of Bad Influencer, comedians Krystal Evans and Stuart McPherson talk to Mark Nelson about Scottish social media's approach to work and family. There's a glimpse into the future when we're all inevitably driven from the workplace by robots and viewers will see the dangers of being caught googling a BBC Scotland weather presenter.
Midnight
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Roast Battle
Series 3, Episode 1Tom Ward takes on Darren Harriott and it's Tom Allen versus Larry Dean.
Midnight
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Mock The Week
Series 10, Highlights Special - Highlights & Out-takes SpecialDara O'Briain and the team present a special edition of the topical quiz featuring unseen material, show highlights and out-takes with guests including Micky Flanagan, Chris Addison and Milton Jones.
12:30am
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Stand Up Central
Series 3, Episode 7Live from Camden's legendary Electric Ballroom, Chris Ramsey performs live stand-up, and introduces two guests. Tonight he's joined by former Maths teacher Carl Hutchinson and acerbic Tom Allen.
12:35am
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Not Going Out
Series 1, Episode 6 - CaretakerLee finally manages to get a job, as a caretaker. But taking up the new post involves moving out of the flat.
12:40am60 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You
Series 54, Episode 4Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Rhod Gilbert, as well as panellists Armando Iannucci and Lucy Prebble.
1am
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The Comedy Bus
Episode 1 - Tom Allen's BromleyHaving never had what you would consider a 'normal' Bromley boy childhood, Tom Allen is back in South East London to re-do his unspent youth. He'll be playing football, going to his first ever night out clubbing, and even hosting his first ever house party with the help of his comic friends.
1:10am
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On The Buses
Comedy following workshy bus driver Stan and his family; his conductor, Jack; and their depot boss, Inspector Blake.
1:15am
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Not Going Out
Series 2, Episode 1 - MortgageLee's former flatmate Kate has moved back to America, so Tim decides to sell the flat.
1:30am
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Drunk History
A selection of episodes from the first series.
1:35am
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On The Buses
Comedy following workshy bus driver Stan and his family; his conductor, Jack; and their depot boss, Inspector Blake.
1:40am
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Would I Lie To You?
Series 5, Episode 8David Mitchell is joined by Lorraine Kelly and Dara O'Briain, while Lee Mack is teamed with Barry Cryer and Sue Perkins.
1:55am
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We Have Been Watching
Episode 4In this episode the finest moments from Porridge, The Young Ones, Gavin & Stacey and One Foot In The Grave are viewed and celebrated by stars such as John Challis and Sue Holderness; Sally Phillips and Sarah Hadland; Mathew
Baynton and Jim Howick; and Russell Tovey and Sarah Solemani.
2:25am
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QI
Series O, Episode 3 - OceansTune in to hear one publisher's suggestion for a radical improvement to Moby Dick. With Aisling Bea, Joe Lycett and David Mitchell.
3am
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Insert Name Here
Series 4, Episode 2 - MoSue Perkins hosts the comedy panel show about people with just one thing in common - they all have the same name. Josh is joined by comedian Tom Allen and historian Kate Williams and Richard is joined by broadcaster Angela Scanlon and comedian Griff Rhys Jones.
4:20am
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This Way Up
Series 2, Episode 6The approach of the first Covid lockdown casts a shadow. A tragic loss has lasting repercussions, and Aine's friendship with Bradley is stronger than ever. Shona prepares for Vish to come home.