What’s On Channel 4 Today Wednesday 11 January 2023
A full run down of everything airing on Channel 4 today.
06:10
Countdown
Richard Osman guests in Dictionary Corner
Colin Murray and Rachel Riley host as contestants race against the clock to pit their wits against vowels, consonants and numbers. Richard Osman is in Dictionary Corner with Susie Dent
06:50
3rd Rock from the Sun
S02E04
Sally fights with Mr Randall
The aliens’ relationships are in turmoil with Harry going on a video blind date, August testing Tommy’s loyalty and Sally fighting with Mr Randall – but Dick’s suggestion that sex will solve the problem does not help. Starring John Lithgow, Jane Curtin, Kristen Johnston and French Stewart
07:15
3rd Rock from the Sun
S02E05
Sally decides to become a cop
Sally decides to become a cop like Officer Don, and Dick is upset to discover Dr Albright does not want to be seen with him in public because she is embarrassed at what people might think of them. Starring John Lithgow, Jane Curtin, Kristen Johnston and French Stewart
07:40
Everybody Loves Raymond
S09E11
An offhand comment causes problems for Ray
An offhand comment to the twins’ new friend has dire consequences for Ray, who cannot understand why everyone is so upset – but he compounds his error by accidentally repeating the remark to the boy’s father. Ray Romano stars
08:05
Everybody Loves Raymond
S09E12
Marie thinks she has lost her touch in the kitchen
Frank puts salt on Marie’s home-made lasagne, causing her to think she is turning into a terrible cook, but Ray and Robert discover their father has lost his sense of taste – apparently because of a potency medication he is taking. Comedy, starring Peter Boyle, Doris Roberts, Ray Romano and Brad Garrett
08:30
Everybody Loves Raymond
S09E13
Amy is accused of talking too much
Amy chats non-stop through a basketball game, and Ray responds by suggesting to Robert that she talks too much – a criticism she does not take well. Comedy, starring Monica Horan and Ray Romano
09:00
Frasier
S09E18
Frederick wins a spelling competition
Frederick wins a national spelling competition, but the other entrants’ parents claim Frasier helped him by silently mouthing the letters of difficult words – a view shared by the judges. Comedy, guest starring Trevor Einhorn
09:30
Frasier
S09E19
Niles and Frasier return to their childhood home
10:00
Frasier
S09E20
The shrink makes a truce with his neighbour
Cam Winston and Frasier decide to suspend hostilities for the sake of their parents, who have supposedly fallen for each other – though their late-blossoming romance could just be a clever subterfuge. Comedy, starring Kelsey Grammer
10:25
Undercover Boss USA
S04E09
The president of Moe’s Southwest Grill goes undercover
President of Moe’s Southwest Grill, Paul Damico, goes undercover to check the standards he values are still being met. The company is one of the world’s fastest growing restaurant chains with 10,000 employees and Paul wants to look for opportunities to assist his staff in a similar way to how his family were helped by his father’s bosses during his childhood
11:25
Channel 4 News Summary
Includes headlines and weather
11:30
Couples Come Dine with Me
S2019E10
Englishman Andrew and his Sweden-born wife Sophia kick off the competition in Glasgow
Englishman Andrew and his Sweden-born wife Sophia kick off the competition in Glasgow, with a Swedish-inspired menu. On the second night, Brian and Victoria host with a `vaguely” Scottish theme, but things don’t exactly go as planned when Andrew reveals he doesn’t like spice or lentils, both of which are on the menu. Finally, it’s David and Sarah’s turn to impress with a menu that represents their heritage, with dishes from Russia, Armenia and a Scottish/American dessert
12:30
Steph’s Packed Lunch
Weekday magazine show, hosted by Steph McGovern
Steph McGovern presents the weekday magazine, including celebrity guests, food ideas, real-life features and entertainment, lifestyle and consumer stories. Plus, a sideways look at the news in One O’Clock Views
14:10
Countdown
Colin Murray hosts with Heather Small in Dictionary Corner
15:00
A Place in the Sun
Danni Menzies helps a couple find a holiday home in Manilva
16:00
A New Life in the Sun
S08E08
A couple add fine dining to their events business in France
17:00
Come Dine with Me: The Professionals
S01E02
Three sets of restaurateurs from Bristol cook each other a three-course dinner
18:00
Hollyoaks
The day of Verity’s funeral threatens to end in tragedy
One-hour episode. It’s the day of Verity’s funeral and the residents honour her legacy by wearing bright clothes and playing her favourite music. But the day threatens to end in tragedy thanks to Eric, who is seeking vengeance for his sister’s death by trapping Maxine
19:00
Channel 4 News
Including sport and weather
Including sport and weather
20:00
Kirstie and Phil’s Love It or List It
S08E02
Kirstie Allsopp and Phil Spencer help Nikki and Bash make their decision
Kirstie Allsopp and Phil Spencer go head to head as they meet Nikki and Bash from Birmingham. After living in their three-bed house for 15 years Bash thinks it’s time for them and their three children to move to a sizeable home in the countryside. While Nikki agrees the house isn’t right for them she thinks with the help of Kirstie and their budget of £80-100,000 they can make it work and not have to move away from friends and family. Phil takes his budget of £650,000 and searches for a house that will make them both happy
21:00
The Light in the Hall
S01E03
Tensions simmer between Sharon and Gafyn
Tensions simmer between Sharon and Gafyn and Sali discovers Greta’s secret. Sharon’s constant threats against Joe are starting to take a toll. Cat and Caryl catch up again but Caryl reveals something that leads Cat to revisit the past. Drama starring Joanna Scanlan
22:00
The Caribbean: Billionaires’ Paradise
S01E02
A look at The Hermatige Bay hotel
A look at The Hermatige Bay, a hotel for the rich and famous. Nobu opens its first Caribbean restaurant on Barbuda and Alex Grimley, owner of one of Antigua’s most popular hot spots, opens an asian-inspired restaurant on the island. Meanwhile property developers Max and Suzanne launch their biggest project ever on Barbados
23:05
Billion Pound Cruise
S01E02
The Symphony of the Seas sails into port, where 6,680 guests get off and on the ship
00:10
Murder in the Outback: The Falconio and Lees Mystery
S01E03
The third episode questions the verdict of the murder trial
In the third episode, former criminal defence lawyer Andrew Fraser questions the verdict of the murder trial, that saw Bradley Murdoch found guilty of murder. The programme examines other potential suspects, including an eyewitness account of a couple talking to a man who matched the police description of the killer, as well as considering theories that Falconio is still alive, since his body was never found and several people have reported encountering him
01:05
24 Hours in A&E
S30E02
A 74-year-old is rushed in with suspected sepsis
74-year-old Mick is rushed in with suspected sepsis and his wife shares her experience as his full time carer. 61-year-old Jillian comes in after a fall and recalls when her husband was diagnosed with stage four bowel cancer. Keith arrives with a fast heart rate and while staff urgently try to bring it down his wife talks about raising deaf children and being diagnosed with the `deaf gene”
02:00
Belfast Midwives
S01E02
The midwives help three couples welcome their babies into the world
Natalie goes into a long labour with her second child, this one conceived through IVF, but her and partner Eddie struggle as the labour covers the day and night shifts of midwives Suzanne and Janet. Azza has to be induced but while husband Adam is working away from home in Cork a turn in the health of mum and baby calls for an emergency C-section. Midwife Alex supports Stacey through a very emotional labour
02:55
Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA
S03E13
The chef revisits Giuseppi’s and Sante La Brea
Chef Gordon Ramsay goes back to Giuseppi’s and Sante La Brea to check in with the owners he helped in the past and find out whether his advice has been put to good use. Will he be pleased with their progress? Plus, an update on Finn McCool’s from season one
03:45
Couples Come Dine with Me
S03E28
Three couples from Birmingham take part in the culinary competition
In Birmingham, English teacher Corinne and her partner Dal are the first to host in a series of dinner parties, but their evening takes a strange turn when some of the guests prove to be very outspoken. Builder Jack and girlfriend Georgie manage to get their fellow contestants back on side with their food and hosting, and by the time IT workers James and Adele host, expectations are high
