Television
TV schedule Wednesday 13th September 2023
6am
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Minder
Series 1, Episode 4 - A Tethered GoatArthur thinks he and Terry are due a bit of nice, easy money when he's approached about a 'babysitter' for a visiting Arab businessman. It soon transpires, however, that neither man is quite as he seems.
7am
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Kiss The Bride Goodbye
A repeat of this 1945 film.
7am
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Desmond's
Series 3, Episode 7 - The Waiting GameWhile Desmond and Shirley get ready for a plush evening out at the Hilton, Gloria plans to take advantage of her parents' absence to help Louise carry out a pregnancy test.
7am
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Shaun The Sheep
Series 3, Episode 3 - The ShepherdTorrential rain threatens to ruin the annual Sheep Dog trials, but the Farmer begs the judges for an opportunity to show off his talented Flock. Things go smoothly until Timmy tries to learn to whistle... Will this stop the Farmer winning another cup to add to his prize collection?
7:05am
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Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 36 - Bot BattlesThere's relief all around when Penfold's pilfering of Squawk's gadgets and clandestine late night trips to shady warehouses turns out to preparation for his taking part in 'bot battles'.
7:20am
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Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 17 - President DennisDennis is accidentally elected class president and is eager to shed the burden that comes with the title. However, every daft class policy he declares only makes him more popular.
7:40am
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Episode 5Hyacinth calls Richard out of an important meeting when Daddy disappears - apparently to get married!
7:40am
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Go Jetters
Series 3, Episode 44 - Cave Train Trouble, SloveniaLars zooms to the rescue when Glitch and Tala go off the rails in search of a baby dragon.
8:10am
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2point4 Children
Series 5, Episode 5 - Seven DialsBen reignites his vendetta against Jake the Klingon with rather unpredictable results. Meanwhile, Bill and Rona are searching for new catering premises and David's got an acting competition.
8:10am
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On The Buses
Series 5, Episode 10 - Stan's UniformWhen Stan's uniform is covered in filth by a blocked drain, he concocts a plan to get the company to pay for a new one. Somehow it works - but Arthur's been repainting the kitchen furniture...
8:30am
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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.
8:35am
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Justin's House
Series 6, Episode 10 - Mess AlarmRobert returns from his holiday to find a very messy house because Justin and Little Monster haven't done any tidying whilst he's been away. To stop it from happening again, Robert makes a big machine that keeps an eye on the house and sounds an alarm when someone is about to be messy. But, it's very loud and causes everyone to make a mess!
8:45am
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On The Buses
Series 5, Episode 11 - The StrainStan tries to prove his strength by picking up his girlfriend to guess her weight. In doing so, he strains his back and is instructed to wear a supportive, surgical corset if he wants to get back to work quickly.
8:50am
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Hi-De-Hi!
Series 2, Episode 4 - On With The MotleyThe Camp Host is getting his big chance. He is being booked to do cabaret at a posh golf-club dinner.
9am
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Guessable?
Series 3, Episode 6 - Craig & The Ball GagSara Pascoe with sidekick John Kearns and team captains Alan Davies and Darren Harriott welcomes Strictly's Craig Revel Horwood and TV's Vernon Kay alongside comedians Jo Brand and Kiri Pritchard-McLean into the Comedy Central attic for more guessing games, shouting and embarrassment.
9am
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The Zoo
Series 1, Episode 8 - Zoo's Got TalentWho is the most popular animal at the zoo? There's only one way to find out - by counting which cuddly toy sells the most.
9:30am
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Still Open All Hours
Series 6, Episode 3Mrs Featherstone decides the time has come to learn to drive - if only she can find an instructor prepared to give her more than one lesson.
9:30am
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Twirlywoos
Series 1, Episode 17 - ThroughThe Twirlywoos see a postman putting letters through a letterbox and decide to copy him. Back in the boat, the Twirlywoo Screen gives the Twirlywoos a door to go through.
10am
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Class Dismissed
Series 3, Episode 3 - Extra-Curricular TeachingJuan Castanetta takes another unusual approach to teaching Spanish, Mr Capp tries to be cool and proves he is anything but, and Mrs Winstone has an unusual proposition for Jasmine.
10:10am
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 20, Episode 1 - The Pony SetAuntie Wainwright has a new line in all things equestrian - even a riding simulator, which Compo thinks might come rather handy.
10:15am
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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?
10:25am
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Sooty
Series 1, Episode 6 - Poorly SooSoo has had an accident on her roller-skates and needs to stay in bed. Luckily Sooty and Sweep are on hand to bake her a cake - but they only have eggshells and pepper! Can Richard come to the rescue?
10:50am
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 20, Episode 2 - How Errol Flynn Discovered The Secret Of Nora BattCompo tries to win Nora's heart by dressing up as Robin Hood.
11:05am
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Supertato
Series 1, Episode 15 - Super BirthdaySupertato is delighted when Evil Pea comes to his birthday party, but Carrot is suspicious. Soon Evil Pea unleashes the Mini Peas, who try to steal Supertato's birthday present.
11:30am
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Episode 5Hyacinth calls Richard out of an important meeting when Daddy disappears - apparently to get married!
11:55am
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Danger Mouse
A selection of episodes from the first series of the animated sequel.
12:10pm
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2point4 Children
Series 5, Episode 5 - Seven DialsBen reignites his vendetta against Jake the Klingon with rather unpredictable results. Meanwhile, Bill and Rona are searching for new catering premises and David's got an acting competition.
12:30pm
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Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 2, Episode 4 - Waffle's Pet PartyIt's the day of Jess's 'bring a pet' birthday party.
12:50pm
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Dad's Army
Series 4, Episode 13 - Fallen IdolThe platoon go on a course about the use of explosives. However, Mainwaring is lead astray by his fellow officers, in particular Captain Square.
1:30pm
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Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
A selection of episodes from the second series of the Beano creation.
1:35pm
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The Thin Blue Line
Series 2, Episode 1 - Court In The ActFowler is pleased to get his name mentioned in the local paper following the successful raid by CID on the home of drugs dealer Harry the Spike. Harry has a good defence counsel however and Fowler is nervous of meeting him.
2:15pm
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Still Open All Hours
Series 6, Episode 3Mrs Featherstone decides the time has come to learn to drive - if only she can find an instructor prepared to give her more than one lesson.
2:15pm
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So Awkward
Series 3, Episode 4 - A Room Of Her OwnLily decides her bedroom is babyish and needs a makeover to reflect the fact she's now a sophisticated teen.
2:25pm
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Supertato
Series 2, Episode 5 - Broccoli Flies AgainEvil Pea asks for flying lessons when Broccoli flies her paper plane into her freezer. Evil Pea doesn't let Broccoli know that she intends to fly high to take over Tato Tower.
2:30pm
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Go Jetters
Series 3, Episode 46 - Go Jet Academy: Dream Team TroubleUbercorn and Glitch have to team up when they get stuck at the most remote place on Earth.
2:55pm
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Hi-De-Hi!
Series 2, Episode 4 - On With The MotleyThe Camp Host is getting his big chance. He is being booked to do cabaret at a posh golf-club dinner.
3pm
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Classic Movies: The Story Of The Ladykillers
Documentary exploring classic Ealing comedy The Ladykillers.
3:05pm
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Lovejoy
Series 6, Episode 6 - The Last Of The UzkoksLord Dunwich puts a valuable communion vessel into Cavendish Auction Rooms, but his ownership is challenged by the Greek Orthodox Church.
3:30pm
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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.
3:35pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 20, Episode 1 - The Pony SetAuntie Wainwright has a new line in all things equestrian - even a riding simulator, which Compo thinks might come rather handy.
3:40pm
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Sketchy Comedy
Episode 3A toaster, cheese grater, bin and washing machine are among the items getting the Sketchy treatment.
4:15pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 20, Episode 2 - How Errol Flynn Discovered The Secret Of Nora BattCompo tries to win Nora's heart by dressing up as Robin Hood.
4:40pm
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Supertato
Series 1, Episode 5 - Operation JewelEvil Pea steals Tomato's precious jewel. Supertato ventures to get it back by secretly lifting the jewel from Evil Pea's crown and defeating a crowd of rampaging Mini Peas.
4:45pm
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Go Jetters
Series 3, Episode 51 - Go Jet Academy: Birthday SurpriseThe Go Jetters face their toughest mission yet: organising a birthday party for Ubercorn without him finding out!
4:55pm
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Keeping Up Appearances
Series 2, Episode 5Hyacinth calls Richard out of an important meeting when Daddy disappears - apparently to get married!
5:15pm
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Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 3, Episode 6 - Waffle's Great EscapeMrs Hobbs supervises Waffle at the Brooklyn-Bell house. Waffle wants to join Evie at school and tries to escape. Later, the family look at photos and Evie asks about her birth dad.
5:25pm
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The Upper Hand
Series 2, Episode 1 - Common EntranceJo has her heart set on a scholarship to elite boarding school St. Hilda's, and with a few strings pulled by Caroline she's sure to get in. Charlie, however, is nowhere near as enthusiastic.
5:35pm
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Still Open All Hours
Series 6, Episode 3Mrs Featherstone decides the time has come to learn to drive - if only she can find an instructor prepared to give her more than one lesson.
5:55pm
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'Allo 'Allo!
Series 3, Episode 5 - Pretty Maids All In A RowAs the airmen don new disguises, General Von Klinkerhoffen is on the warpath. He is particualrly suspicious of the café: after all, why would a small provincial establishment have hanging on its wall a genuine Van Gogh...?
6pm
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For The Love Of Ada
Series 2, Episode 6Tired of saving, and with Ada's generosity looking set to cost them even more, she and Walter decide that they should elope to Yorkshire and marry there.
6:15pm
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The Thin Blue Line
Series 2, Episode 1 - Court In The ActFowler is pleased to get his name mentioned in the local paper following the successful raid by CID on the home of drugs dealer Harry the Spike. Harry has a good defence counsel however and Fowler is nervous of meeting him.
6:40pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 9, Episode 11 - Wind PowerEven in the extreme cold, Seymour has an avid interest in the power of the wind. But how can he harness all that free energy for the everlasting good of mankind? With the steadying help of Clegg; an old pair of roller skates; an improvised sail; and a gullible test-pilot, he sets out to make history.
6:55pm
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The Thin Blue Line
Series 2, Episode 2 - Ism Ism IsmFaced with arresting a failed asylum seeker ready for deportation, Fowler trains his staff in equality by pretending to be a Martian dissident. Meanwhile, Grim has been turned down by the Freemasons and is now trying to become a member of the Order of Todgers.
7:20pm
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Last Of The Summer Wine
Series 9, Episode 12 - When You Take A Good Bite, Yorkshire Tastes TerribleAware of his responsibility not to let the passing away of an old school chum go without some ceremony, Clegg takes Compo and Seymour on a sentimental journey to re-create the times when Bill Henry and he would walk gates and climb trees together. Then, certain uncanny things happen...
7:35pm
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Dad's Army
Series 4, Episode 13 - Fallen IdolThe platoon go on a course about the use of explosives. However, Mainwaring is lead astray by his fellow officers, in particular Captain Square.
8pm
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Kingdom
Series 3, Episode 6Lyle helps a smallholder take on a pharmaceutical giant, and Peter helps an aristocrat to keep things in the family when his brother starts selling off titles. Beatrice learns to fish, and Peter receives some rather shocking news.
8:20pm
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Dad's Army
Series 5, Episode 1 - Asleep In The DeepA bomb hits Walmington's pumping station, where Walker and Godfrey are on watch. The efforts to free them from the wreckage are somewhat wasted after Mainwaring, Wilson, Pike, Frazer and Hodges are trapped with them... and then a broken pipe slowly floods the room with water.
8:20pm
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Would I Lie To You?
Series 6, Episode 1A new series of the hit panel show. Lee Mack is joined by Alex Jones and Alexander Armstrong and David Mitchell is joined by Chris Tarrant and Mel Giedroyc.
9pm
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Michael McIntyre's Big Show
Series 1, Episode 2There's music from Bryan Adams and Jess Glynne, and comedy from the inimitable Josh Widdicombe. Dazzling duo Chilly and Fly risk life and limb with an outstanding acrobatic performance. And Michael plays Celebrity Send To All with music star Ronan Keating's phone.
9pm
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The Royle Family
Series 2, Episode 2Nana's back for her Sunday roast, and Barbara's rushed off her feet in the kitchen. When Jim arrives with Twiggy in tow she's stretched to breaking point, but all Denise cares about is Dave's old bike.
9pm
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Ricky Gervais: Science
TV broadcast of the fourth hit live stand-up show and DVD from Ricky Gervais. Topics include religion, racism and obesity.
9pm45 min
Never Mind The Buzzcocks
Series 31, Episode 4Stefflon Don, Jake Shears and Jamie-Lee O'Donnell join captains Noel Fielding, Daisy May Cooper and regular panellist Jamali Maddix for the comedy music quiz, hosted by Greg Davies.
9pm60 min version (repeat)
9pm60 min
Screw
Series 2, Episode 5Rose changes tactics to get what she needs from Louis whilst the net closes in on Morgan.
9:40pm
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Not Going Out
Series 5, Episode 3 - CampingIn a desperate bid to prove his manliness, Lee joins Tim, Daisy and Lucy on a camping weekend in the middle of a dark spooky forest.
10pm
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Jimmy Carr Live
TV broadcast of Jimmy Carr's first DVD, released in 2004.
10pm
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Mock The Week
Series 20, Episode 1Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis are back to taking satirical swipes at the nation's news on a weekly basis. The new series kicks off with regular guests Maisie Adam, Angela Barnes, Eshaan Akbar and Rhys James. Alasdair Beckett-King makes his Mock The Week debut.
10pm60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo
Series 16, Episode 5 - Angela Barnes, Sarah Keyworth, Tim RenkowAngela Barnes hosts, introducing comedians Sarah Keyworth and Tim Renkow to the stage.
10:20pm
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Not Going Out
Series 5, Episode 4 - RunningTo impress Lucy, Lee starts training for a 10 kilometre Fun Run only to injure himself immediately. In an effort to hide the injury from Lucy, he gets himself a secret sports massage, but this just leads to more trouble.
10:25pm
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Him & Her
A selection of episodes from the fourth series.
11pm60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo
Series 9, Episode 3 - Sean Lock, Romesh Ranganathan, Marcus BrigstockeSean Lock introduces Romesh Ranganathan and Marcus Brigstocke.
11pm60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo
Series 16, Episode 6 - Jen Brister, Esther Manito, Adam RoweJen Brister plays host in this show recorded before a packed house at London's Hammersmith Apollo, warming up the audience and then introducing routines by fellow comedians Esther Manito and Adam Rowe.
11:45pm
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Breeders
Series 2, Episode 9 - No Power: Part OneAs Jim and Jackie's golden wedding anniversary party is plunged into darkness by a power outage, the growing tensions between Paul and Luke reach an explosive and terrifying climax.
11:55pm
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Starstruck
Series 3, Episode 5Tom prepares for his wedding, and while his house is taken over by wedding staff, he comes clean about a secret he's been hiding from fiancée Clem. Meanwhile, Ian tries to make amends with Jessie, who is having a crisis of confidence when her 33rd birthday celebrations don't go as planned.
Midnight
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The Royle Family
Series 2, Episode 2Nana's back for her Sunday roast, and Barbara's rushed off her feet in the kitchen. When Jim arrives with Twiggy in tow she's stretched to breaking point, but all Denise cares about is Dave's old bike.
Midnight
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Mock The Week
Series 20, Episode 6Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis pan through the last week and extract nuggets of comedy gold, with guests Maisie Adam, Angela Barnes, Ed Byrne, Glenn Moore and Evelyn Mok.
12:15am
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Breeders
Series 2, Episode 10 - No Power: Part TwoOn the day of Leah and Alex's wedding, Paul and Ally find they have only a few hours to deal with a seemingly insoluble family crisis, leading Paul to make the hardest decision of his life.
12:15am
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Starstruck
Series 3, Episode 6Kate is in labour while Ian has a meltdown. Tom takes the opportunity to smooth things over with Jessie. Is it too late for the former lovers to reconnect years after the breakup?
12:40am
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Not Going Out
Series 5, Episode 3 - CampingIn a desperate bid to prove his manliness, Lee joins Tim, Daisy and Lucy on a camping weekend in the middle of a dark spooky forest.
12:40am
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Would I Lie To You?
Series 6, Episode 1A new series of the hit panel show. Lee Mack is joined by Alex Jones and Alexander Armstrong and David Mitchell is joined by Chris Tarrant and Mel Giedroyc.
1:10am
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Minder
Series 1, Episode 4 - A Tethered GoatArthur thinks he and Terry are due a bit of nice, easy money when he's approached about a 'babysitter' for a visiting Arab businessman. It soon transpires, however, that neither man is quite as he seems.
1:20am
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Not Going Out
Series 5, Episode 4 - RunningTo impress Lucy, Lee starts training for a 10 kilometre Fun Run only to injure himself immediately. In an effort to hide the injury from Lucy, he gets himself a secret sports massage, but this just leads to more trouble.
1:20am
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Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled
Series 6, Episode 2Helen Bauer, Rachel Fairburn, Phil Wang and Harry Hill join Alan Davies to dish the dirt on a petulant MP; a brusque burlesque dancer from Essex; a salacious encounter against the wall; and a room of rowdy revellers desperate for BEDS.
1:25am
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Lovejoy
Series 6, Episode 6 - The Last Of The UzkoksLord Dunwich puts a valuable communion vessel into Cavendish Auction Rooms, but his ownership is challenged by the Greek Orthodox Church.
1:30am
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Dreamland
Episode 2Trish and Spencer take Cheryl and Leila to see the derelict house they want to buy at auction to turn into their dream home. Later, Mel keeps a promise to take Trish's sons, Jordan and Cayden, to Dreamland. But she's dismayed when Trish insists on joining them.
2am50 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo
Series 9, Episode 3 - Sean Lock, Romesh Ranganathan, Marcus BrigstockeSean Lock introduces Romesh Ranganathan and Marcus Brigstocke.
2am
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The Lovers
Episode 2After a glorious night of laughter and sexual tension Janet makes a suggestion to Seamus: they should have an affair!
2:15am
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8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 22 (Channel 4: Series 23), Episode 2Jimmy Carr hosts with Countdown regulars Rachel Riley and Susie Dent. Alan Carr and Harriet Kemsley play against Jonathan Ross and Maisie Adam. Huge Davies is in Dictionary Corner.
2:20am
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Him & Her
A selection of episodes from the fourth series.
2:50am
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Desmond's
Series 3, Episode 7 - The Waiting GameWhile Desmond and Shirley get ready for a plush evening out at the Hilton, Gloria plans to take advantage of her parents' absence to help Louise carry out a pregnancy test.
3am
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Rob Delaney: Jackie
Rob Delaney's stand-up special for Amazon.
3am
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Live At The Moth Club
Episode 4Ellen has to move the green room downstairs so it's accessible for headliner, Tim Renkow, but George hasn't got the memo. He's given the space to the bingo club. They try and share but tensions are high and it might just kick off. On stage tonight are host William Stone, Michael Odewale, Katy Wix, Ele Mckenzie and Tim Renkow.
3:25am
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The Fosters
Series 1, Episode 12 - The MatchmakerPearl turns matchmaker when she decides it's high time for her old school friend and neighbour Vilma to remarry. The arrival of Samuel's handsome friend Erroll Burns provides her with an ideal opening.