Classic comedy drama starring
Charlie Chaplin
Also starring Jackie Coogan
An abandoned baby is discovered by a tramp, who decides to bring up the boy despite living in poverty.
Director Charlie Chaplin (1921, U)
Black and white ♦ See Films: pages 46-51

This snippet of historical news recalls the German surrender to Montgomery at Luneburg on 4 May 1945.

Romance, the first of this morning's two films featuring, and showing as a tribute to, the late Robert Young.
Also starring Dorothy McGuire

Oliver, a disfigured First World War veteran, is saved from the brink of suicide when he falls in love with Laura. They marry and hide from the rest of the world in a New England cottage.
(1945) (Black and white)
See Films: pages 46-51

Comedy, concluding the double bill starring Robert Young
Also starring Barbara Hale

Mary Audrey comes from an ill-fated family of gamblers but is still willing to chance marriage to dice-rolling Larry Scott - on the condition that he reforms. If he gambles again, she pledges to divorce him - after all, she is far too disapproving to be bitten by the gambling bug herself.
(1946) (Black and white) (Subtitled)
See Films: pages 46-51 *

Live coverage from the Oval of the final morning's play in the Test match between England and Sri Lanka

Coverage of the 1998 World Rally championship as the teams head for the fast gravel roads of Finland for the tenth round of the 14-event season. Also in Finland, action from the World Trials championship as England's Dougie Lampkin attempts to clinch his second consecutive win of the title. With reports from Steve Berry, Mark James and Tiff Needell. Interviews by Jeremy Hart.

Further live coverage, through to the close of play, of the one-off Test match between England and Sri Lanka at the Oval.
Victory over the flamboyant one-day world champions Sri Lanka, whose enterprising style is epitomised by the likes of batsmen Sanath Jayasuriya and Aravinda de Silva, would cap a successful summer for Alec Stewart's side.
Memorable triumphs at Trent Bridge and Headingley overturned a 1-0 deficit to defeat Hansie Cronje's mighty South African team.
Last time Stewart led England against Sri Lanka in a Test match - five years ago - England were beaten by five wickets. Only two members of that England side are still regulars - Stewart and Michael Atherton - where as the core of the Sri Lankan side remain.

A double bill of episodes from the animated US comedy set in the town of Springfield.

Homer at the Bat
When Homer plays softball, a home-made bat helps him into a league of his own.

And at 6.25 Bart the Genius
Bart, already in trouble with the school principal, faces the prospect of failing an intelligence test. So he swaps papers with the class swot - with unforeseen consequences
(Repeats)
(Halloween Special III is on Thursday at 9pm)

Wartime thriller starring Kirk Douglas, Richard Harris

Occupied Norway 1942: a team of resistance fighters undertakes the vital and dangerous mission to destroy a heavy-water plant to prevent the Nazis producing an atomic bomb.
(Widescreen) (1965, U)
See Films: pages 46-51 ***

Professionals explain the tricks of their trade.

A selection of hints, tips and gems of advice from people in the household service industry.

Concluding the two-part western drama.

As the manhunt for 17-year-old Mexican killer Joey Garza intensifies, Lorena Parker learns that the notorious Mox Mox and his gang are heading towards retired Texas ranger Woodrow Call and his group, which includes her husband Pea Eye, so she sets off in search of them. Meanwhile, Joey's mother, Maria, stops at nothing to protect her dangerous son.
See today's choices.

Highlights from the Oval of the final day's play in the one-off Test match between England and Sri Lanka. Introduced by Richie Benaud.

When Ben Kohler is seriously wounded in a shooting incident, he is given a revolutionary new cerebral chip. Although his physical recovery is good, he experiences hallucinatory nightmare flashes of violent acts and a brutal murder. Has he perpetrated a dreadful crime? Featuring Sam Robards and Elizabeth Pena.
(Another episode is on Thursday at 11.20pm) (Subtitled)

Followed by Weatherview

(Repeats are not indicated)

Open University
12.30 Mining for Science
A theory about how the earth's crust was formed.
1.00 Richard II: Character of King
What was Richard II really like?
1.30 Richard II: Politics, Patriotism and Authority
Jeremy Irons, Michael Cronin and David Giles discuss Shakespeare's play.

The Greats
2.00 Historical Figures (Part 2)
Pete McCarthy looks at great thinkers and philosophers.

Languages
4.00 Discovering Portuguese 3-4
Central Bureau: Portuguese
Discovered work opportunities worldwide.

Business and Training
5.00 Skills for Work: Problem Solving

Open University
5.45 Shropshire in the 16th Century
Exploring Shropshire's rich architectural heritage.
6.10 Chardin and the Still Life
How Chardin developed his painting technique.
6.35-7.00am Jasper Johns's Flag
A flag or painting?