Programmes beginning with R

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1. Reunion

   This True Stories documentary follows the very first reunion of an extended Jewish family in Buffalo, New York More on Reunion

2. Revelations

   A brand new strand of eight films explores the impact religion has on the lives of believers and non-believers in Britain today [S] More on Revelations

3. Revenge of the Bin Men

   War has broken out between those putting out too much rubbish and the councils whose job it is to dispose of it all. Cutting Edge follows the men and women on both sides of the battle. [S] More on Revenge of the Bin Men

4. Rhod Gilbert & the Cat That Looked Like...

   ...Nicholas Lyndhurst: Award-winning Welsh wonder Rhod Gilbert in a stand-up show recorded live at London's Hammersmith Apollo [S] More on Rhod Gilbert & the Cat That Looked Like...

   Last broadcast: Saturday 10 September, 10.40PM on Channel 4

5. RI:SE

   Mark Durden-Smith and his fellow presenters Edith Bowman, Colin Murray and Kirsty Gallacher deliver a fresh and distinctive mix of entertainment, news and sport for the information hungry More on RI:SE

6. The Richard Blackwood Show

   Richard Blackwood hosts his very own urban entertainment series More on The Richard Blackwood Show

7. The Richard Taylor Interviews

   The bizarre world of the job interview is revealed in all its dubious glory as a host of unfortunate candidates are subjected to the worst interviews of their lives... More on The Richard Taylor Interviews

8. Richard Wilson on Hold

   From telephone car parking payment systems to supermarket self-service tills, Richard Wilson investigates the rise of automated services across Britain and puts the machines to the test [S] More on Richard Wilson on Hold

   Last broadcast: Monday 16 January, 8PM on Channel 4

9. Rick & Steve

   The cult US animation comedy about the fictional 'gay ghetto' of West Lahunga Beach comes to E4 . Gorgeously un-PC, who knew the ugly, bitter truth of domestic bliss could look so cute? [S] More on Rick & Steve

   Last broadcast: 04 November 2009, on

10. Ricky Gervais Live

    Ricky Gervais' very funny stand-up treads a thin line between the barely acceptable and the utterly outrageous, as Ricky explores the animal kingdom and the world of celebrity More on Ricky Gervais Live

11. The Ricky Gervais Show

    Gervais, Merchant and Pilkington's record-breaking banter, accompanied by specially-created animation [S] More on The Ricky Gervais Show

    Last broadcast: 05 July 2011, on

12. Ricky Gervais: New Hero of Comedy

    A look at the incredible rise to fame of comedian and writer Ricky Gervais, with clips from his work and interviews with some of his many celebrity admirers More on Ricky Gervais: New Hero of Comedy

13. Ricky Gervais: Science

    Filmed at London's Hammersmith HMV Apollo following a sell-out tour, this is the fourth live smash hit stand-up show from Ricky Gervais [S] More on Ricky Gervais: Science

    Last broadcast: Friday 14 October, 10.35PM on Channel 4

14. Rio: T4 Movie Special

    In this T4 movie special, Edith Bowman chats to Jesse Eisenberg, Jamie Foxx, Anne Hathaway, will.i.am and Jemaine Clement about their film Rio [S] More on Rio: T4 Movie Special

    Last broadcast: 02 April 2011, on

15. The Rise and Fall of Tony Blair

    In a landmark two-part series, the policies and personality of the man who ruled Britain for a decade are examined by Andrew Rawnsley, one of the most authoritative chroniclers of New Labour More on The Rise and Fall of Tony Blair

16. Rise of the Planet of the Apes T4...

    ...Movie Special: In this programme, Miquita Oliver goes to Los Angeles to meet James Franco, Freida Pinto and Andy Serkis, who star this sci-fi action thriller [S] More on Rise of the Planet of the Apes T4...

    Last broadcast: 07 August 2011, on

17. Rising Sun

    Powerful and compelling thriller based on Michael Crichton's best-seller More on Rising Sun

    Next on: Thursday 23 February, 11PM on Film 4

18. Risking It All

    Many people have the fantasy of quitting a job and setting up their own business. But how many would take the risk? This series follows the real-life stories of people who are prepared to do just that More on Risking It All

19. River Cottage

    Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall goes back to both land and sea in search of an alternative culinary lifestyle. Hugh grows his own produce - and sees if he can make vegetables the star attraction of any meal. [S] More on River Cottage

    Last broadcast: Wednesday 25 January, 1.05PM on Channel 4

20. River Cottage Bites

    Bite-sized films from River Cottage showing how to create a range of culinary delights. [S] More on River Cottage Bites

    Next on: Saturday 11 February, 5.55PM on More4

21. River Cottage Christmas

    Hugh and the River Cottage team serve up a festive menu with a twist, with wild boar, deer and geese, some luxury stocking fillers, and canapés perfect for a cosy drinks party. More on River Cottage Christmas

22. River Cottage Mash Up

    Channel 4 News presenters and River Cottage get jumbled as part of a unique evening of entertaiment to celebrate 30 years of Channel 4. More on River Cottage Mash Up

23. The Road to Guantanamo

    An award-winning factual drama based on first-hand interviews with the Tipton Three, the three male British prisoners released in 2005 after enduring more than two years of captivity in Guantanamo Bay More on The Road to Guantanamo

24. Road to Las Vegas

    Jason Massot's moving film follows African American couple Vanessa and Maurice Melton as they leave Alaska for Las Vegas in search of their fortunes [S] More on Road to Las Vegas

    Last broadcast: 14 December 2010, on

25. Road to Perdition

    Tom Hanks stars as a killer in the employ of crime boss Paul Newman. But when Newman's son kills his family, Hanks sets out on the road to revenge More on Road to Perdition

26. Robbie Williams: Video Exclusive

    Exclusive first play of superstar Robbie Williams' new video You Know Me, which is the second release from his eighth studio album Reality Killed the Video Star [S] More on Robbie Williams: Video Exclusive

27. Robbie: Live at Knebworth

    Footage of Robbie Williams' concerts at Knebworth House in 2003 featuring performances of his biggest hits including, 'Let Me Entertain You', 'Angels', 'Kids', 'Come Undone' and 'She's the One' [S] More on Robbie: Live at Knebworth

28. Robert's Web

    We can't all spend hours online trawling for the funniest clips, latest gossip and weirdest sites. At least not officially. But Robert Webb can... [S] More on Robert's Web

    Last broadcast: 17 December 2010, on

29. Rock School

    Wild man of rock Gene Simmons arrives at Christ's Hospital boarding school on an unusual mission: to teach a music class of 13-year-olds how to rock... More on Rock School

30. The Rocker

    Fate hands an ageing failed heavy metal drummer a second shot at stardom in this rock comedy More on The Rocker

    Last broadcast: Sunday 18 December, 2.10AM on Channel 4

31. Rocket Singh: Salesman of the Year

    Comedy drama starring Ranbir Kapoor as a business graduate who finds the world of commerce much more cut-throat than expected More on Rocket Singh: Salesman of the Year

32. Rockfeedback Presents...

    Series showing established singers and bands performing to smaller crowds in unsusual settings and festivals [S] More on Rockfeedback Presents...

    Last broadcast: Tuesday 04 October, 12AM on Channel 4

33. Role Models

    In this comedy of arrested development, a pair of immature adults have to mentor two children or go to jail More on Role Models

    Last broadcast: 05 June 2011, on

34. Romancing The Stone

    Michael Douglas plays an adventurer, helping Kathleen Turner search for her kidnapped sister in Colombia, in Robert Zemeckis' classic comedy-adventure caper. More on Romancing The Stone

35. Rome Wasn't Built in a Day

    Six builders attempt to build an authentic Roman villa working with only the tools and materials that the Romans themselves would have used [S] More on Rome Wasn't Built in a Day

    Last broadcast: 24 February 2011, on

36. Room for Improvement

    Makeovers made easy. DIY gurus Angus Purden and Dave Wellman provide homeowners with practical tips and tricks to help them make the best of what they've got. [S] More on Room for Improvement

37. Rory Peck Awards

    The Rory Peck Awards celebrate the freelance cameramen and women who bring the world's stories to our screens [S] More on Rory Peck Awards

    Last broadcast: Thursday 10 November, 11.15PM on Channel 4

38. Roswell

    US sci-fi drama. Human-alien hybrids Max, Isabel, Michael and Tess attempt to integrate into life among humans in the infamous New Mexico city of Roswell, only to find that this might not be so easy... More on Roswell

39. Rough Aunties

    Kim Longinotto's Sundance-winning portrait of the Bobbi Bears, a group of women based in Durban, South Africa who protect and shelter the child victims of sexual and physical abuse More on Rough Aunties

    Last broadcast: 03 August 2010, on

40. Roy Chubby Brown: Britain's Rudest Comedian

    The country's rudest and crudest comedian opens the doors to his shocking world and reveals the complexities of his personal and professional battles More on Roy Chubby Brown: Britain's Rudest Comedian

41. The Royal Ballet in Cuba

    Exclusive access to the Royal Ballet on their ground-breaking tour to Havana, accompanied by Cuban ballet hero Carlos Acosta More on The Royal Ballet in Cuba

42. The Royal Institution Christmas Lectures

    The Royal Institution Christmas Lectures have been inspiring children and adults alike since 1825, with the express purpose of teaching science to young people More on The Royal Institution Christmas Lectures

43. The Royal Wedding Crashers

    A one-off entertainment special that celebrates the royal wedding by deconstructing the hype and build-up to Kate and Wills' big day in a light-hearted and fun manner More on The Royal Wedding Crashers

    Last broadcast: 25 April 2011, on

44. Rude Tube

    In a fast-paced review of the video viral revolution, Alex Zane presents a countdown of the 50 funniest, rudest and most bizarre video clips to have taken the internet by storm [S] More on Rude Tube

    Last broadcast: Friday 06 January, 10PM on Channel 4

45. Rules of Engagement

    US sitcom about modern relationships as seen through the eyes of two couples and a single guy [S] More on Rules of Engagement

    Next on: Thursday 16 February, 8.30PM on E4

46. The Rules of Seduction

    First Cut journeys into the hidden world of pick-up artists or 'PUA' - a community of men who've developed a sequence of tricks, codes and routines that they claim men can use to seduce any woman [S] More on The Rules of Seduction

47. Run Fatboy Run

    Years after jilting his pregnant fiancée Thandie Newton, Simon Pegg decides she's his true love. He just needs to run a marathon to win her back. More on Run Fatboy Run

    Last broadcast: 17 April 2010, on

48. Running in Heels

    The Devil Wears Prada meets The Apprentice in this docu-series that takes viewers inside the workings of the fast-paced, high-stressed, glossy environment of Marie Claire magazine in New York More on Running in Heels

    Last broadcast: 06 October 2009, on

49. Running to the Limits

    What does it take to become an international marathon runner? Filmmaker Alex Vero, 16 stone, obese and a heavy drinker, goes on a journey to find out firsthand what it takes to become an international marathon runner. More on Running to the Limits

50. RuPaul's Drag Race

    RuPaul - the world's most famous drag queen - is the host, mentor and judge in a dazzling new US reality series that sets out to find the nation's hottest and most glamorous drag queen [S] More on RuPaul's Drag Race