What’s On Channel 4 Today Friday 20 January 2023
A full run down of everything airing on Channel 4 today.
06:10
Countdown
Rick Edwards is in Dictionary Corner
06:50
3rd Rock from the Sun
S02E24
A librarian finds Dick attractive
A shy librarian is attracted to Dick, while Sally realises that it is Officer Don’s uniform that she likes about him and Tommy and Harry write an episode of The X Files. Guest starring Christine Baranski, with John Lithgow, Jane Curtin, Kristen Johnston and French Stewart
07:15
3rd Rock from the Sun
S02E25
Part one of two. Dick contemplates marriage
Part one of two. Mary announces she is leaving for Borneo and Dick is panicked into considering a marriage proposal, but ends up tranquillised by a psychiatrist just as the chance arises for the aliens to leave Earth. Comedy, starring John Lithgow and Kristen Johnston
07:40
Everybody Loves Raymond
S01E16
Ray discovers he has been duped
Ray discovers the stone in Debra’s engagement ring is a fake, and decides to get it changed without telling her – only to learn afterwards that she had beaten him to the punch and had her grandmother’s $15,000 diamond put in. Meanwhile, Robert decides to surprise his new girlfriend with a change of hair colour
08:05
Everybody Loves Raymond
S01E17
The Barones’ TV breaks down
08:30
Everybody Loves Raymond
S01E18
Debra prompts Ray to perk up
Debra’s accusation that Ray is pessimistic stirs him into adopting a more positive outlook, but the rest of the family is not impressed by his change in attitude. Figure skater Katarina Witt guests stars in the comedy, with Ray Romano
09:00
Frasier
S10E15
An attractive gym coach catches Frasier’s eye
A forthcoming squash tournament has Frasier on the lookout for a new partner, and an attractive gym coach seems to fit the bill. When lust blooms, the teacher’s aggressive performance techniques cannot help but remind the psychiatrist of his old gym teacher. Comedy, guest starring Jeanne Tripplehorn and Bob Hoskins, with Kelsey Grammer
09:30
Frasier
S10E16
Daphne’s mother infuriates Martin
Daphne’s mother infuriates Martin by meddling in his romantic affairs, while Frasier and Niles take part in a charity cycling event – even though neither of them knows how to ride a bike
10:00
Frasier
S10E17
Martin dispenses advice to a depressed Kenny
Martin dispenses advice to a depressed Kenny, leaving Frasier feeling jealous, and a yoga class goes badly for Niles, who is taken aback to discover he is not as supple as Daphne. Guest starring Alan Cumming
10:25
Undercover Boss USA
S05E03
Jane Grote Abell, the Chairwoman of Donatos Pizza, goes incognito
Jane Grote Abell, the Chairwoman of Donatos Pizza and daughter of the company’s founder, poses as a contestant on a reality TV show who is trying to win money to open her own restaurant. Her aim is to uncover where the company is going, what plans for the future should include and whether her father’s values are still being upheld
11:25
Channel 4 News Summary
Includes headlines and weather
11:30
Come Dine with Me: The Professionals
S01E18
Three teams from Nottingham host dinner for each other
Three teams from Nottingham host dinner for their rivals, with Becky and Mark showcasing their gastropub grub, competitive duo Antony and James serving up French-inspired posh nosh and Kyme and Gemma hoping to impress with their pub food
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
Rick Edwards is in Dictionary Corner
15:00
A Place in the Sun
A couple seek their dream property inland on Spain’s Costa Blanca
Originally from Lithuania, Reda met Greg while she was working at a hotel in London. Now, almost nine years later, they have sold their home and are all set for a life in Spain and to enjoy everything the country has to offer. Lee lines up five great options, within their budget of £100,000
16:00
A New Life in the Sun
S08E15
Mike and Craig devise a strategy to survive the winter at their Spanish bar
As the season draws to a close, Mike and Craig need to think outside of the box to survive the winter at their Spanish bar. Graham, Jake and Danielle are finally ready for guests at their French chateau
17:00
Junior Bake Off
S2023E05
Pastry Day sees the last chance for the first heat of bakers to make it through to Finals Week
Judge Ravneet Gill demands the bakers create a twist on a classic doughnut as Pastry Day sees the last chance for the first heat of bakers to make it through to Finals Week. For the Showstopper, the bakers must use all their imagination and technique to build a scene into a fruit tart that offers an insight into their biggest phobias. Presented by Harry Hill
18:00
The Simpsons
S04E09
Homer starts a snowplough business
Homer’s new snowplough business proves an unexpected success but drives a wedge between him and Barney, who decides to operate a rival service. Featuring the voices of Linda Ronstadt and Adam West
18:30
Hollyoaks
Juliet tells Peri that she received some good news from the test results
Juliet tells Peri that she received some good news from the test results. Later, Romeo is in for a surprise when he returns home and meets his new housemate, and Shaq is heartbroken he receives some post and realises Verity had booked him tickets to Paris
19:00
Channel 4 News
Including sport and weather
Including sport and weather
20:00
Food Unwrapped
S24E02
Kate Quilton heads to the Scottish isles to discover how they are growing truffles
Briony May Williams finds out why some radishes are hotter than others. Andi Oliver wonders why pre-made sandwiches seem to invariably have mayonnaise in them, while Kate Quilton heads north to the Scottish isles to discover how they are growing truffles
20:30
Travel Man: 48 Hours in Dublin
S11E02
Joe Lycett explores Dublin
Comedian Mawaan Rizwan joins Joe Lycett to explore Dublin. Ten statues across the city have been given QR codes. When visitors scan the code, the statue phones them, so Joe and Mawaan get to hear from Oscar Wilde and Molly Malone. After exploring the city’s smallest restaurant, they head to its largest tourist attraction, the Guinness Storehouse, where they learn how to pour the perfect pint and even get their faces printed on it. Day two begins with a swim at Forty Foot, then at Windmill Lane studios the duo learn the story of Ireland’s answer to Abbey Road and lay down a track of their own
21:00
Jon & Lucy’s Odd Couples
S01E02
Sara Pascoe and Steen Raskopoulos take on Duncan James and Rodrigo Reis
Jon Richardson and Lucy Beaumont put their own partnership flaws to one side in order to judge everyone else’s. Here, they invite fellow comedians Sara Pascoe and Steen Raskopoulos to take on Blue singer Duncan James and Rodrigo Reis in a head-to-head contest to decide who has the better relationship
22:00
8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown
S23E02
With Alan Carr, Harriet Kemsley, Jonathan Ross and Maisie Adam
Jimmy Carr hosts and regular Countdown mathematician Rachel Riley and lexicographer Susie Dent are on hand to adjudicate Alan Carr and Harriet Kemsley play against Jonathan Ross and Maisie Adam. Huge Davies is in Dictionary Corner
23:05
Celebrity Gogglebox
S04E02
Shows including The Savoy and This Is MY House are appraised
A rolling cast of famous faces, including Nick and Liv Grimshaw, Rylan and his mother Linda, Shaun Ryder and Bez, Micah Richards and Jamie Carragher, Martin and Roman Kemp, Mo Gilligan and Babatunde Aléshé and Mel C and her brother Paul, turn their hand to being the country’s most opinionated viewers, sharing their opinions on Stranger Things, This Is MY House, Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?, For Soccer Aid, The Savoy, Million Pound Pawn, Romeo and Duet, and BBC News reporting on the demise of Neighbours
00:10
The Kardashians: Billion Dollar Dynasty
S01E01
Part one of two. The impact of the family on social media
Part one of two. Documentary exploring how the famous family has defied critics to build a brand that has earned billions, and transformed social media. The first episode looks back to 2007, when Kim Kardashian was a relative unknown, living in LA and working as an assistant to Paris Hilton, as well as examining the beginnings of the family’s first reality TV show
01:05
The Kardashians: Billion Dollar Dynasty
S01E02
Part two of two. The impact of Kanye West on the family’s fortunes
Part two of two. The second episode examines the impact of Kanye West on the family’s fortunes, as well as how they used social media as a successful business vehicle. At the age of just 21, little sister Kylie Jenner takes Kim’s playbook to the next level, launching a make-up range that makes her an overnight billionaire, but all is not what it seems
01:55
Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA
S04E13
Gordon Ramsay revisits three restaurants he tried to save
02:40
Come Dine with Me
S2018E50
The first of five parties in and around Essex
03:10
Come Dine with Me
S2018E51
Forty-seven-year-old money broker Paul hosts the second dinner party
03:35
Come Dine with Me
S2018E52
Teacher Harmy hosts the third night of the competition in and around Essex