| BBC 1 | | 6.20pm Last of the Summer Wine (on DVD) |
| Wesley, making good use of his engineering background, designs a mobile vending machine suitable for the thirsty and foolhardy. However, when he takes his device to the golf course, it causes more embarrassment for a beleaguered Barry. Gordon Wharmby stars.
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| 6.50pm Antiques Roadshow |
| The roving team travel to Ottawa, Canada, to examine more decorative objects brought by the public, including a bronze figure obtained in exchange for a pound of coffee, a pair of 19th-century whirligigs and a 16th-century jewelled cross.
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| 7.35pm BBC News; Regional News |
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| 8.00pm Time Machine (on DVD) |
| The last episode in the series examines how humans perceive and experience time, investigating the internal body clock which tells people when to eat, drink, sleep and relax. The importance of being able to accurately measure time is explored in relation to human evolution, and there's a look at how deadlines and schedules increasingly control life. Plus, the concept of light speed and how it could one day enable time travel, and why a humble worm may hold the key to eternal life.
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| 9.00pm Waking the Dead |
| Part one. A recently released convict comes under suspicion when a warden at his parole hostel is murdered, but when the cold case squad become involved, it transpires the former prisoner may have been the intended target rather than the perpetrator, and that this killing may be connected to previous, unsolved crimes. Nigel Terry and Kerry Fox guest star. Concludes tomorrow.
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| 10.00pm BBC News; Weather |
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| 10.15pm Film: Courage Under Fire (1996, 15) (on DVD) |
| Meg Ryan stars in this promising but ultimately rather predictable drama about a female helicopter pilot killed in the 1990 Gulf War. Denzel Washington plays the American military official who investigates her death to decide whether she deserves a posthumous Medal of Honour — in the process coming to terms with a tragic blunder he made during the conflict. With Lou Diamond Phillips, Scott Glenn and Matt Damon.
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| BBC 2 | | 6.30pm The Good Life (on DVD) |
| Barbara is persuaded to speak to a women's group about her self-sufficient lifestyle — and soon finds herself in great demand. Vintage comedy, featuring guest appearances by Robert Lindsay and Angela Thorne, with Richard Briers and Felicity Kendal.
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| 7.00pm Underworld Rich List |
| Raphael Rowe investigates the drugs trade, featuring the cases of an armed robber who became a successful trafficker and a professional gambler who is now a fugitive cocaine baron. Featuring candid interviews with those on both sides of the divide, from gang insiders to law enforcement officers.
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| 8.00pm Top Gear |
| In the last episode of the series, Jeremy Clarkson gets a good soaking when he takes BMW's off-roader the X3 out for a spin and Richard Hammond discovers how the new Corvette C6 is a break with tradition. Plus, James May finds out what is the biggest item he can get into the back of a Volvo V50
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| 9.00pm Restoration |
| Griff Rhys Jones visits Northern Ireland to examine three compelling cases for restoration, all of which demonstrate how the Province's architectural influences have spread further afield. Competing for the viewers' vote are a lock-keeper's cottage built at the side of Britain's first canal, Armagh gaol, Northern Ireland's oldest prison and the Derry Playhouse, once home to a community of pioneering nuns.
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| 10.00pm Kingdom Hospital |
| Dr Hook decides it's time to go public about Dr Stegman's culpability in the Mona Klingerman case — but his actions trigger an unexpected reaction in the beleaguered doc, who embarks on a violent and vengeful rampage. Peter suffers yet another seizure, and gets a glimpse of what the future holds for Kingdom Hospital, while Mrs Druse establishes a link with Mary — but can they put the past to rights? Stephen King's chiller, starring Bruce Davison, Andrew McCarthy and Jack Coleman.
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| 10.40pm The Fast Show (on DVD) |
| Unlucky Alf calls in the professionals after his home appliances turn on him, and Cliff the Crafty Copper keeps the streets safe out on the beat. Plus, top spymaster George Wily, the Wily Interrogator reveals a few tricks of his trade.
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| 11.10pm Film: Feeling Minnesota (1996, 18) (on DVD) |
| Keanu Reeves stars in this distinctly patchy romantic comedy, playing a jailbird who steals the heart of his brother's fiancee on the eve of their wedding and runs away with her, setting the scene for tragedy. It's surprising the movie is such a let down, given the above average cast, which also includes Cameron Diaz, Vincent D'Onofrio, Dan Aykroyd and Courtney Love.
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| ITV 1 | | 6.45pm ITV News |
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| 7.00pm Emmerdale |
| Lisa tries to teach Sam some basic self-defence in preparation for his time behind bars, and assures him there is bound to be a relative inside who will keep an eye out for him. Dawn tells Bob she's planning to make a fresh start in Spain with TJ, while Daz makes the mistake of a telling Cain he fancies Debbie.
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| 7.30pm Coronation Street |
| Fred resolves to tell Mike about Penny and Ciaran's suspicious get-togethers, while Martin demonstrates his commitment to Katy by booking a holiday for them both, even though Gail makes it clear she's not impressed by their reconciliation. Harry suffers a triple whammy — first he learns the Underworld staff have given him an embarrassing nickname, then discovers Jamie has been given his job, and finally gets a painful reminder of his daughter's death courtesy of tactless Frankie.
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| 8.00pm Where the Heart Is |
| Anna is unsure whether she should tell Luke the truth about his chances of recovery after his near-fatal rugby accident, and Ozias Harding's persistent bullying forces Billy to resign from the factory, leading Nathan to take revenge against the businessman by asking his daughter Alice out. Lesley Dunlop, Brian Capron and Andrew Paul star.
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| 9.00pm Island at War |
| Felicity and James plead with Baron Von Rheingarten to save Eugene from execution, but the German refuses to listen and the young man is taken away to be shot as Philip looks on distraught. Angelique and Bernhardt grow closer after he saves her from a humiliating experience and June is accused of fraternising with the enemy after singing at an impromptu party. Sam Heughan and Richard Dempsey star.
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| 10.30pm ITV Weekend News |
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| 10.45pm My Mum is My Dad: Real Life |
| The stories of families who have experienced the effects of transsexualism. Mark endured years of bullying and confusion when his father had a sex change, while Nikki, who decided he wanted to be a woman after 16 years of marriage, is now fighting for access to his two children.
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| 11.45pm Not Just on Sunday |
| Is it possible for sport stars to remain faithful to their religious beliefs in a career obsessed by success, and which is more important — spiritual or physical fitness? Melvyn Bragg chairs a discussion about the role of religion in sport, with Christians in Sport general director Graham Daniels, West London rabbi Mark Winer and ex-midfielder Gavin Peacock, who played for Chelsea, Newcastle and QPR.
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| Channel 4 | | 6.30pm Time Team |
| Tony Robinson and the team go in search of the truth behind the King Arthur story. Carenza Lewis, Mick Aston and Robin Bush are among those hoping to find out if he really was the chivalrous, romantic hero depicted by Malory and the Victorians, or just a 5th-century warrior whose exploits gave rise to the legend? Along the way, the experts stumble across their first archaeological hoax and enter the world of the medieval spin-doctor. Hollywood's latest take on the tale hit cinemas last week, with Clive Owen in the title role.
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| 7.30pm Channel 4 News |
| Including sport and weather.
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| 8.00pm Extreme Archaeology |
| Dr Mark Davies and the team travel to Shetland to conduct the first-ever archaeological investigation into a mysterious group of stones on a promontory known as Burgi Geos that was, according to local folklore, an Iron Age fortress. However, their first challenge is to get to the site — they face a 900-mile drive followed by a four-hour walk through Europe's wettest bog. Will the hazardous conditions prove too much, or will they find the evidence they need?
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| 9.00pm Big Brother |
| Highlights of Saturday's action from the Big Brother house, as the resident psychologists discuss the group's recent behaviour. In probably the most sensational series of the reality show, there has been more tension, conflict and rebellion among the housemates than ever before — how are they coping as they enter week 10? The team also complete their final Saturday challenge, with the prize money standing at £53,500
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| 10.00pm Film: Down to You (2000, 12) (on DVD) |
| Premiere. A pair of college students fall in love, but the cracks in their relationship begin to show as they are assailed by doubts. Can their amorous affair survive against the odds? Lightweight romantic comedy which nevertheless set heart-throbs Freddie Prinze Jnr and Julia Stiles on the road to stardom. Selma Blair, Ashton Kutcher, Shawn Hatosy and Happy Days veteran Henry Winkler also star.
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| 11.45pm Big Brother's Little Brother |
| Dermot O'Leary presents his regular weekend round-up from the compound, including an interview with the latest evictee.
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| Channel 5 | | 6.05pm Film: Edward Scissorhands (1990, PG) (on DVD) |
| A reclusive genius creates a youngster but dies before completing him, leaving the boy with scissor-like blades instead of hands. It isn't long before local residents find out, and he becomes a popular fixture — until a bitterly jealous woman sets out to turn the whole town against him. Tim Burton's bizarre and utterly beguiling modern fantasy, starring Johnny Depp, Winona Ryder, Dianne Wiest and Alan Arkin. Frequent collaborators Burton and Depp have recently started work together once more, for a retelling of Roald Dahl's classic Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and animated folk story The Corpse Bride.
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| 8.00pm How Not to Decorate |
New series in which Colin McAllister and Justin Ryan set out to transform homes stuck in a time warp. They begin with a semi in Romford, Essex, boasting all the worst elements of Seventies style — stone cladding, clashing interiors and a less-than-charming bathroom. They eagerly set about making major changes — but long-time owners Eddie and Sylvie aren't thrilled with the new look. One month later when the presenters return, will their modern styling have made an impact? Jo Brand narrates.
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| 9.00pm Film: Three Kings (1999, 15) (on DVD) |
A trio of American soldiers find a fortune in Kuwaiti bullion in the aftermath of the Gulf War- but do they have the heart to steal it from under the noses of local people in desperate need of help? David O Russell's acclaimed adventure, with the ensemble cast — including George Clooney, Mark Wahlberg, Ice Cube, Spike Jonze and Nora Dunn — all giving wonderful performances.
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| 11.15pm World's Wildest Police Videos |
| Footage of a neighbourhood bully who attacks an undercover police officer, and a traffic stop that turns into something far more gruesome.
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