Television
TV schedule Wednesday 27th December 2023
6am
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George & Mildred
Series 1, Episode 3 - ...And Women Must WeepWhen the Labour Exchange sends George for a job interview at Jeffrey's business, it's Mildred who's offered the post. George is left to assume the housewife role but soon discovers that it's not all sitting in front of the television and napping!
6:20am
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Gangsta Granny
Adaptation of David Walliams's children's book about a schoolboy who doesn't realise his grandma was once an international jewel thief.
6:25am
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Dodo
Series 1, Episode 15 - BoyfriendJoe Connolly is Lily Scott's boyfriend and everything is great. When he witnesses John Longmore getting dumped by Eisha Khela, Joe realises he cannot just be a boyfriend, he must be a good boyfriend.
6:35am
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George & Mildred
Series 1, Episode 6 - Where My Caravan Has RestedGeorge trades his clapped-out old car for - of all things - a caravan! Mr Fourmile and the local Residents' Association offer to buy it from him; with her even snobbier sister due to visit, Mildred is particularly keen for him to get rid.
6:35am
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Dodo
Series 1, Episode 16 - Parents EveningIt's parents evening and Joe's parents can't wait to meet his girlfriend, Lily. Joe cannot let this happen.
6:50am
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Mr Bean
A selection of episodes from the second series of the animated version of Rowan Atkinson's comic creation.
7am
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And The Same To You
The boxing-mad nephew of a pious clergyman embarks on an elaborate plan to keep his boxing career a secret.
7am
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Shaun The Sheep
Adventures From Mossy Bottom, Episode 7 - Squirrelled AwayA sneaky squirrel spoils Bitzer's bird-watching plans.
7:05am
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Never The Twain
Series 9, Christmas Special - A Winter's TaleRingo is off to stay with his mum In a hotel for the holiday and Simon and Aunt Eleanor have Invited Oliver to spend Christmas with them. But Aunt Eleanor has plans for both Simon and Oliver to spend Christmas Eve in the church guarding the crib.
7:05am
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Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 25 - Twysted SisterWhen a teenage Squawk goes on the rampage, DM summons her Twistyverse counterpart to talk some sense into her. But he overlooks one vital thing - a twisty Squawk is an evil Squawk!
7:10am
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Only Fools And Horses
All-day repeats of the David Jason sitcom.
7:20am
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Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 49 - Puppy LoveThere's a new tripe hound in Beanotown, and Gnasher falls head over paws in love with her. Bertie is looking after the visiting dog Ginger, and is determined to keep her away from riff-raff like Gnasher.
7:35am
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Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 39 - Wimbledon, EnglandThe Go Jetters are at Centre Court in Wimbledon, London, to watch the world's most famous tennis tournament.
7:40am
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Billionaire Boy
Joe is the son of a billionaire inventor: he has everything he could wish for, but all he really needs is a friend.
9am
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Michael McIntyre's Big Show
Series 1, Episode 1This week includes a musical performance from Tinie Tempah, stand up from Michael, and a jaw-dropping performance from the Peres Brothers group.
9:30am
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Twirlywoos
Series 4, Episode 17 - More About CleaningThe Twirlywoos find themselves in a hall with a very dirty floor.
10am
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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.
10:25am
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Sooty
Series 3, Episode 1 - The Garden PartyThe gang prepare Mr Slater's stately home for a lavish garden party. But with changing weather and a broken statue, can Sooty's magic save the day?
10:30am
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The Huggetts Abroad
A feel-good comedy road movie in which the Huggetts family drive towards a new life in South Africa by truck.
10:50am
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My Family
A selection of Christmas specials from the Robert Lindsay sitcom.
11am
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Supertato
Series 2, Episode 23 - Big Net RescueCarrot is determined to save Supertato from Evil Pea's trap without help from Prickly Pear.
11:45am
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Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 2 - The P FactorPieface is secretly doing chores for Walter, hoping to help Dennis save up some cash.
12:20pm
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Waffle The Wonder Dog
Series 3, Episode 3 - Waffle The GuestWaffle tries to be a purr-fect house guest for Mrs Hobbs but he misses the Brooklyn-Bells.
12:30pm
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Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 2 - The Admirable PenfoldThe greatest secret agent and his clumsy sidekick continue their fight against Baron Greenback.
1:20pm
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Would I Lie To You?
A selection of episodes from the seventh and eighth series of the lie-based panel game.
1:30pm
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Danger Mouse
Series 2, Episode 11 - Big Trouble In Little ClowntownWhen Professor Squawkencluck's Seriousizer ray is nabbed by Pompom, Danger Mouse teams up with his clown-shaped Bozorian equivalent, Cupcake.
1:55pm
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Gavin & Stacey
Repeat-runs of the third series of the sitcom by and starring Ruth Jones and James Corden.
1:55pm
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Dennis & Gnasher Unleashed!
Series 2, Episode 12 - The Abominable ShowmanJJ is torn between Blamjitsu with the yeti, and helping the Dinmakers write a school song.
2:05pm
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Carry On Abroad
The Carry On regulars embark on a package holiday to a Spanish resort. The revellers find that the Palace Hotel hardly lives up to its name.
2:20pm
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Supertato
Series 1, Episode 14 - Evil Pea Takes A BreakEvil Pea's spa break is ruined when the Cobs try to trick Supertato while she's gone.
2:30pm
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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!
3pm
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Never Mind The Buzzcocks
A selection of episodes from the third Sky series of the music-based panel game.
4:05pm
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Lagging
Series 3, Episode 2 - Leah's Purrfect DayLeah's big day out at a circus school turns catastrophic when she is mistaken for a famous acrobat, while her friends can't escape their own homemade escape room.
4:30pm
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Andrew Mensah's Stand-Up Kickabout
Episode 3 - Llantwit Major AFC - South WalesAndrew meets members of the club committee to find out why this small club in the second division of the Welsh League has a massive social media following and a fan base in Argentina. Mensah also ditches the white Air Force trainers for a new pair of wellies as he steps foot on a farm for the first time to meet former player and fan Jimbo.
4:40pm
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Supertato
Series 2, Episode 20 - Carrot Powers UpCarrot wants to become superstrong, so she restores Evil Pea's robot suit for herself.
4:45pm
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Go Jetters
Series 2, Episode 41 - Bishop Rock Lighthouse, Isles Of ScillyIt's a dark night and Glitch is flying his Grim HQ over the sea around the Isles of Scilly.
5:20pm
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Go Jetters
Series 2, Christmas Special - Christmas Island, Indian OceanGrandmaster Glitch thinks all his Christmases have come at once when his grimbots take him to visit Christmas Island in the Indian Ocean.
5:25pm
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Gangsta Granny
Adaptation of David Walliams's children's book about a schoolboy who doesn't realise his grandma was once an international jewel thief.
5:50pm
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Miranda
Final Specials - I Do, But To Who?We find Miranda where we left her, with two proposals: one from Gary and one from Mike. Who will she choose? And if she does choose, could she cope with the pressures of being a wife?
6pm60 min version (repeat)
6:25pm
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Dad's Army
Christmas Special - Battle Of The Giants!Humiliated by Square's comments for his lack of old service medals, Mainwaring and his opposite commit their men to a high-stakes contest of skill, initiative and military cunning. Which is the better body of men - but more to the point, who is the better commander?
6:30pm
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Miranda
Final Specials - The Final CurtainWill Miranda finally learn to accept herself and find contentment? And will she find her one true love?
7pm
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Would I Lie To You?
Series 8, Episode 3Regular team captains Lee Mack and David Mitchell are joined by Bob Mortimer, Mel Giedroyc, Adil Ray and Kian Egan.
7:40pm
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Would I Lie To You?
Series 10, Episode 4With John Simpson, Hugh Dennis, Katherine Ryan and Warwick Davis.
9pm
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Al Murray The Pub Landlord: Beautiful British Tour Live At The O2
The Pub Landlord brings his 2009 Beautiful British Tour to London's O2.
9pm
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Billy Connolly Does...
Series 1, Episode 2 - FatherhoodHas there ever been a happier father than Billy Connolly? Prepare for a treat as Billy chats in his Florida home, divulging why pierced nipples are a must have accessory for any parent.
9pm60 min
Sport's Funniest 2023 With Greg James
Greg James is joined by Maisie Adam, Tom Davis and Guz Khan to look back at 2023's sporting events.
9pm
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QI
A selection of episodes from Series N of the world's cleverest and most interesting panel game.
9pm
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Mrs. Brown's Boys D'Movie
Big-screen spin-off adventure for Brendan O'Carroll and Mrs. Brown's Boys.
9:55pm
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Goodness Gracious Me
Series 2, Christmas SpecialGoodness Gracious Me goes festive for Christmas. Mr "Everything Comes From India" makes some interesting arguments; the Robinsons and Coopers share a traditional meal; we see inside a women's drop-in centre; and Rav's Animal Hospital returns.
10pm
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Jon Richardson: Old Man
Jon Richardson's 2018 tour of the UK and Ireland, performed in Blackpool.
10pm
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Rock & Chips
Episode 1 - Five Gold RingsChristmas is coming and money is tight in the Trotter household. Reg and Ted are still their usual workshy selves. It's only Del who is bringing in any cash, from his market stall dealings in American imported records.
10pm
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The Big Fat Quiz Of The Year
Episode 28 - The Big Fat Quiz Of The Year 2023Richard Ayoade, Katherine Ryan, Mel Giedroyc, Mo Gilligan, Rosie Jones and Kevin Bridges look back on the year.
10:15pm
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Rob Beckett: Wallop
Stand-up special from Rob Beckett.
10:30pm
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Jim Smith Live From Perth
Comic farmer Jim Smith performs in his home town.
10:30pm90 min
Imagine... French & Saunders: Pointed, Bitchy, Bitter
Profile of one of the UK's most successful double acts of the past 40 years. Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders' relationship started when they were college flatmates, entertaining each other by playing pranks and inventing characters. This documentary charts their journey from the game-changing Comic Strip team - which helped launch Channel 4 in 1982 - to their domination of BBC schedules over the decades and their recent ventures on the stage, the page and in film.
11pm
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Jimmy Carr: Making People Laugh
Television broadcast of Jimmy Carr's sixth stand-up DVD.
11pm60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo
Series 17, Episode 3 - Kae Kurd, Laura Smyth, Liam FarrellyKae Kurd welcomes Laura Smyth and Liam Farrelly to the stage, before a packed house at London's Hammersmith Apollo.
11:20pm
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 3, Episode 4 - Yesterday Never ComesWhen Del acquires a piece of furniture he believes it to be valuable, and when upper-class Miranda answers his newspaper advert for it, he thinks he's gone 'up-market'. But can she really have been wooed by his charm, or is it something more commercial?
11:30pm60 min
A League Of Their Own
Series 18, Highlights Special - Best OfThe series sees the return of host Romesh Ranganathan, alongside Jamie Redknapp, Micah Richards and new faces Lioness legend Jill Scott, and comedian, presenter and triple BAFTA-winner, Mo Gilligan.
11:45pm
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Imagine... French & Saunders: Pointed, Bitchy, Bitter
A look back at the 40-year-long career of Dawn and Jennifer.
Midnight
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Only Fools And Horses
Series 2, Episode 7 - A Touch Of GlassA chance meeting with a member of the aristocracy enables Del to impress with his, previously unknown, knowledge of chandelier repairing. He enlists the help of Rodney and Grandad to get them down...
Midnight
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French And Saunders
Long-running popular sketch show starring Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders.
Midnight
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Mock The Week
Series 21, Episode 4Dara O Briain and Hugh Dennis try and recollect the last seven days with guests Angela Barnes, Ed Byrne, Sean McLoughlin, Glenn Moore and Jen Brister.
12:05am
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Micky Flanagan: Back In The Game
East End comic Micky Flanagan returns with his second, highly anticipated stand-up show, Back In The Game.
12:40am
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Inside No. 9
Series 6, Episode 2 - Simon SaysEveryone says the season seven finale of fantasy epic The Ninth Circle was pretty disappointing - even show-runner Spencer Maguire is keen to move on to new projects. But not everyone thinks that it has to be the end of the matter. In fact, Ninth Circle obsessive Simon Smethurst decides to visit his hero to help put things right. Because that's what the fans would want...
12:40am
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Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie
Big screen spin-off featuring Jennifer Saunders's riotous PR girl, Edina Monsoon, and best friend Patsy Stone.
12:40am
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Would I Lie To You?
Series 7, Highlights Special - The Unseen BitsRob Brydon, Lee Mack and David Mitchell return for an episode of previously unseen material from the comedy panel show.
1:10am
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Jack Whitehall Live
Debut TV and DVD stand-up show from popular young comic Jack Whitehall.
1:15am
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French And Saunders
Long-running popular sketch show starring Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders.
1:20am
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Billy Connolly Does...
Series 1, Episode 2 - FatherhoodHas there ever been a happier father than Billy Connolly? Prepare for a treat as Billy chats in his Florida home, divulging why pierced nipples are a must have accessory for any parent.
1:20am
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Would I Lie To You?
Series 8, Episode 3Regular team captains Lee Mack and David Mitchell are joined by Bob Mortimer, Mel Giedroyc, Adil Ray and Kian Egan.
1:25am
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The Emily Atack Show
Series 2, Episode 4 - Modern LifeComedy sketches on the theme of modern life, poking fun at situations such as sending a naughty picture to the wrong person and being addicted to posting motivational quotes.
2am
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Outsiders
Series 2, Episode 6It's the Outsiders' final day in the wild. David Mitchell oversees as the pairs of comedians compete to see who can demonstrate various skills in plumbing, painting and funeral rites in their battle for the winner's trophy.
2:05am
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Doc Martin
Concluding Specials, Christmas Special - Last Christmas In PortwennPicturesque Port Isaac provides the beautiful wintry backdrop for this festive special, with all the regular members of the cast reprising their roles. Portwenn is full of festive fun, until Doc Martin has the grotto closed down because he fears Santa has something contagious.
2:10am
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Rhod Gilbert's Growing Pains
Series 5, Episode 6Rhod is joined by guests Judi Love, Grace Campbell and Zeze Millz, talking about the make-out party to end all make-out parties and who took their underwear off at a concert.
2:30am
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Rock & Chips
Episode 1 - Five Gold RingsChristmas is coming and money is tight in the Trotter household. Reg and Ted are still their usual workshy selves. It's only Del who is bringing in any cash, from his market stall dealings in American imported records.
2:45am75 min version (repeat)
3:15am
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Ahir Shah: Dots
Ahir Shah performs his stand-up show Dots for a live audience.
3:25am
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Birds Of A Feather
Series 4, Episode 10 - Sisters Are Doing It...There's trouble for Tracey when her new as a secretary exposes her to sexual harassment from her boss.
3:30am
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Rob And Romesh Vs
Series 5, Episode 1 - Magic In VegasThe boys are invited by Penn & Teller to join Vegas's longest-running residency show and have just three days to pull their act together.
4:05am
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Kevin Bridges - The Story Continues
Young Scottish stand-up comic Kevin Bridges performs his second live tour in front of a packed-out Glasgow arena crowd.
4:30am
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Rob And Romesh Vs
Series 5, Episode 2 - K-PopComedians Rob Beckett and Romesh Ranganathan enter the world of the music phenomenon of K-Pop. They start their journey at a sold-out NCT Dream gig at Wembley Arena, then head to South Korea to learn about the genre.
4:50am
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Rosie Tries To Help
Series 1, Episode 2 - Men With Tom AllenWorried that men (all of them) have issues with emotional honesty, Rosie asks Tom Allen to help her bring out their sensitive side.
5am
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Andrew Mensah's Stand-Up Kickabout
Episode 3 - Llantwit Major AFC - South WalesAndrew meets members of the club committee to find out why this small club in the second division of the Welsh League has a massive social media following and a fan base in Argentina. Mensah also ditches the white Air Force trainers for a new pair of wellies as he steps foot on a farm for the first time to meet former player and fan Jimbo.
5:15am
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Michael McIntyre's Big Show
Series 1, Episode 1This week includes a musical performance from Tinie Tempah, stand up from Michael, and a jaw-dropping performance from the Peres Brothers group.
5:20am
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George & Mildred
Series 5, Christmas Special - The Twenty Six Year ItchIt's almost Christmas, and Ann's off to visit her mother with the children. Jeffrey, meanwhile, has been invited to give a speech at a formal dinner during her absence, and down at the pub, George gets chatting to a temporary barmaid...