TV Series

The classic tragedy, based on Thomas Hardy’s novel, about a free spirit, Tess, torn between a wealthy, scheming cousin and a handsome, smart farmer.

Documentary series by Adam Curtis examining how Freudian theory influenced twentieth century society.

A spectacular expedition into the two poles' breathtaking landscapes.

Adam Curtis explores how the illusory threat of a hidden network of terror has come to dominate global politics.

Sketch show featuring the double act of Ronnie Barker and Ronnie Corbett.

A grand tour of Africa reveals the extraordinary wildlife and stunning terrain of the continent. The series focuses on five diverse regions, including the Atlas Mountains, the Cape of Good Hope and the steamy jungle of the Congo.

Taking three years to make and traveling to locations all over the world, this landmark natural history documentary changed the face of television. Written and presented by David Attenborough, it attempted to tell the story of how life was created on our planet and captured on film for the first time many animals and behaviors. These include a memorable encounter with a group of gorillas.

Love is a luxury. Newly arrived Jamaicans in postwar London hope for a new life - but secrets will expose and unite them. Award-winning drama with Naomie Harris and Ruth Wilson.

This romantic drama focuses on Sally and Carl, two morning commuters who develop a friendship after fighting for a seat.

A series of films from Adam Curtis that explore the contemporary concept of freedom.

Lucy Worsley travels to Russia to tell the extraordinary story of the dynasty that ruled the country for more than three centuries - the Romanovs.

Louis Theroux puts life in Los Angeles under the microscope.

A magical, heart-warming story for Christmas, based on David Walliams' best-selling book.

Reality TV series sees teen contestants compete in crazy challenges for a big cash prize.

Travel documentary series in which Michael Palin travels to 18 countries around the rim of the Pacific Ocean.

Art is so much more than pretty pictures. It has power to move, to shock, to inform and to transform. In this groundbreaking and award-winning series, art historian Simon Schama attempts to illustrate the sheer force of the visual image via eight iconic masterpieces. These works were often derided or dismissed when first created, but they went on to change the way we look at the world.

The inside story of a nation’s collapse, told by those who lived it and tore it apart. The acclaimed 1990s documentary series from Norma Percy.

Enjoy an extraordinary cultural tour through the centuries. Esteemed art historian Kenneth Clark's landmark series offers his personal perspective on the history of western art, architecture, and philosophy from the Middle Ages to the 20th Century. Considered one of the greatest television programs ever, Clark covers the collapse of Rome, the rise of the Romantics, the Renaissance and much more.

What happened in the 5th century BC changed your life. This was the time when three trailblazers - the Buddha, Confucius and Socrates - transformed our understanding of human potential, cutting us loose from gods, making us deciders of our own destiny. All survivors of childhood trauma, living thousands of miles apart, what was it about their time that created ideas that still shape our own lives?

From the depths of the ocean to the most remote jungle, discover the planet's last great wild places and the astonishing strategies animals have evolved to survive. Each episode focuses on a distinct and dazzling habitat, including grasslands and deserts, forests, freshwater habitats, and coasts.