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Britain's Best Sitcom(2004)

Documentary, Comedy

Britain's Best Sitcom was a poll conducted in 2004 by the BBC, to identify the United Kingdom's best sitcom. Viewers were asked to vote for their favourite by phone, text message and on the web. The top ten went forward to a final round of voting. Ten, one hour long programmes were made before the final round, each about one of the Top 10, the programmes consisting of a celebrity speaking on behalf of their chosen sitcom as well as interviews with the stars and people that made it. Each of these programmes consisted of the celebrity advocating the sitcom giving a list of reasons as to why viewers should vote for the sitcom being advocated, as well as featuring plugs from other famous fans of each sitcom. Jonathan Ross hosted the countdown show.

The Secret of Crickley Hall(2012)

1h per episode | Drama
3.7/5 (with 20 votes)

A year after the disappearance of their son, Gabe and Eve Caleigh and their two daughters attempt to start anew, they head to Crickley Hall - a seemingly perfect countryside house. But when cellar doors start to open on their own, phantom children's cries are heard through the night and a frenzied cane-wielding specter rears its head - the Caleigh's realize the house comes with a lot more than they bargained for. Just as they're ready to move out, Eve Caleigh hears Cam's cries and all bets are off.

With Suranne Jones

Bible Mysteries(2004)

50min per episode | Documentary
3.8/5 (with 1 vote)

A series of programmes exploring great figures and events from biblical times. Historical, archaeological and anthropological evidence gives fresh insights into the historical realities of the times. Stylish drama re-enactments, CGI graphics, and expert opinions offer a comprehensive exploration into some of the Bible's most compelling people and stories. Was Mary Magdalene really a prostitute? Where was St Peter laid to rest? Did Joseph actually have a 'coat of many colours'? Did Herod really order the massacre of the innocents? This series answers these questions and more.

The Story of Bohemian Rhapsody(2004)

1h | Music, Documentary
4.2/5 (with 5 votes)

The story behind the epic Queen single.

Directed by Carl Johnston

Bullseye(1979-1981)

Talk-Show

Darts tournament in which 16 of the world's top darts players compete for the BBC2 Bullseye trophy.

Fred(1982)

29min per episode | Documentary

Seven-part series about steeplejack Fred Dibnah

Bible's Buried Secrets(2011)

1h per episode | Documentary
4.3/5 (with 2 votes)

Dr Francesca Stavrakopoulou examines how archaeological discoveries are changing the way people interpret stories from the Bible.

Nairn Across Britain(1972-)

29min per episode | Documentary

Ian Nairn travels through Britain and takes a critical look at the townscapes and landscapes in which we live.

The Black Stuff(1980)

1h 50min | Drama, TV Movie
3.8/5 (with 6 votes)

A Liverpool tarmac gang set off for a contract in Middlesborough. After a day of work, the group are approached by two gypsies who offer them a lucrative side job.

Johnny Cash: The Last Great American(2004)

59min | Documentary, Music
5.0/5 (with 1 vote)

This first major retrospective of Cash's life, times and music features contributions from his daughter Rosanne Cash and son John Carter Cash, his longtime manager Lou Robin and fellow musicians including Little Richard, Cowboy Jack Clement, Kris Kristofferson, Merle Haggard and Elvis Costello.

The Witches of Pendle(1976)

1h 16min | Drama, Horror

A BBC dramatization of the Pendle witch trials of Lancashire, England that occurred in 1616.

There's Only One Paul McCartney(2002)

An affectionate portrait of the man and the musician in a week that sees the ex-Beatie playing at the Buckingham Palace concert. With contributions from Bono, Mike Myers , Dustin Hoffman , Meryl Streep , Cilia Black, Bob Geldof , Dale Winton , Travis and Richard Branson.

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Don't Panic: The Dad's Army Story(2000)

49min | Documentary, TV Movie
3.0/5 (with 1 vote)

Victoria Wood presents the true story behind Britain's timeless comedy. Includes footage of the cast on location and incredible personal tales about the making of the series. Was Arthur Lowe really just like Captain Mainwaring? Why did the warden always end up in the water? And how did Corporal Jones find a bomb down his trousers? Find out why Dad's Army was the Queen Mother's favourite show.

When Snooker Ruled the World(2002)

1h | Documentary

Taking a look back at the golden era of snooker in the 1970s and 80s.

Adventures in Space and Time(1999)

40min | Documentary, Science Fiction, TV Movie

A documentary on the history of Doctor Who (1963) featuring new interviews with cast and crew, transmitted as part of "Doctor Who Night" on BBC2.

Roy Sings Orbison(1975)

30min | Music

Roy Orbison sings some of his greatest hits, including Only the Lonely, Crying, Penny Arcade, Blue Bayou, Running Scared, Candy Man, In Dreams, Mean Woman Blues, It's Over and Oh, Pretty Woman.

Rageh Inside Iran(2007)

1h 30min | Documentary
3.3/5 (with 1 vote)

Documentary presented by Rageh Omaar which reveals the lives, hopes and fears of the young generation of Tehran, the most intriguing, talked about but least understood city in the world today. Omaar and director Paul Sapin spent a year arranging the permissions and contacts for the film, who include a renowned female photojournalist, a woman who is the CEO of an international transport company, the editor of a youth magazine, the staff at a drug rehab centre and a pop star.

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