Western starring
Robert Shaw , Mary Ure
Jeffrey Hunter
After military successes in the Civil War, General George Custer goes west to command the Seventh Cavalry and finds himself caught between resentful Indians and the political needs of his superiors. Director Robert Siodmak (1968)
* See Films: pages 43-76 ***
Celebrating its 70th anniversary, actress Thora Hird takes a behind-the-scenes look at Radio 4's Daily Service, which has been offering listeners a regular diet of music, prayer and reflection since 1928.
Musical starring Dan Dailey, Cyd Charisse
Rancher Chuck Rodwell is hooked on roulette, but he doesn't hit the big time until he meets his very own good luck charm, ballerina Maria Corvier.
(1956)
See Films: pages 43-76
The second of two Everyman programmes marking the 1,400th anniversary of Canterbury Cathedral.
Actor Nigel Hawthorne explores how the cathedral functions as a multi-million-pound business, a tourist site, as well as a place of worship.
The first of today's two-part omnibus. Part 2 is at 3.55pm.
Comedy based on the classic BBC series.
Starring Ronnie Barker, Richard Beckinsale
Detained at Her Majesty's pleasure, cell-mates Fletcher and Godber become unwilling accomplices to an escape attempt during a football match.
(1979, PG)
See Films: pages 43-76
More muscle-bound action from Nevada.
The next heat is tomorrow at 3.10pm
The second of today's two-part omnibus.
Sport news and results. Stereo...
The annual young people's roadshow comes from Techniquest at Cardiff Bay. Among the finds are two Albert medals given for bravery in a mining disaster, a collection of Rupert comic annuals, Victorian evening bags, and Thunderbirds memorabilia. Presenter Hugh Scully is joined by Philippa Forrester and Roadshow experts to share the collecting passions of the next generation.
With Chris Lowe.
Weather Suzanne Charlton
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In a Songs of Praise Christmas special, Cliff Richard - accompanied by the All Soul's Concert Orchestra - delivers a seasonal selection of chart-topping hits, Christmas songs and hymns. From the Royal Concert Hall in Nottingham.
Ronnie is put off the idea of marriage by Truly's stories of matrimonial disasters. Featuring a guest appearance by Kriss Akabusi. A new series begins in January. See today's choices.
(Stereo)
An extended edition of the police comedy.
When ageing superintendent Frank Cottam goes missing in the Canadian Rocky Mountains, ace detectives Louis and Briggs are sent to track him down.
How I created ... the Detectives: page
First in a two-part mystery drama, starring
Tara Fitzgerald
James Wilby
Simon Callow , Ian Richardson Sisters Marian and Laura become intrigued by theirtutor's tale of a mysterious encounter with a ghostly woman dressed in white. Concludes tomorrow at
9.30pm. See today's choices.
Adapted by David Pirie from the novel by Wilkie Collins ; Producer Gareth Neame Director Tim Fywell
* See Drama on page 8, and Andrew Lincoln : People, page 16
With Peter Sissons.
Weather Suzanne Charlton
Highlights of two of the day's top FA Premiership matches, including Newcastle United v Liverpool at St James' Park.
Commentary by Jon Champion , Barry Davies , Peter Drury.
Introduced by Desmond Lynam , Trevor Brooking and Mark Lawrenson.
The first of three programmes in which the Beatles' producer George Martin talks to some of the world's most influential musicians and singers about the meaning of music.
(Part 2 is tomorrow at 11.20pm)
(Stereo)
A recording of George Michael in concert, performing hit songs from his three solo albums.
Comedy drama starring Molly Ringwald
When Samantha Baker's birthday is overshadowed by her sister's wedding, she consoles herself at the school dance and dreams of romance.
(1984, 15)
(Stereo)
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Followed by Weather
BBC1 joins the continuous-news station with bulletins on the hour.
