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1. Who Wants to Be a Millionaire (1998– )
60 min | Game-Show
The original British version of the popular quiz show, that became a worldwide phenomenon.
Stars: Chris Tarrant, Jeremy Clarkson, Judith Keppel, Eamonn Holmes
Votes: 2,465
2. I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here! (2002– )
Not Rated | 60 min | Documentary, Adventure, Biography
British reality series presented by Ant and Dec in which 12 celebrities are abandoned in the Australian jungle. In order to earn food, they must perform Bushtucker Trials which challenge them physically and mentally.
Stars: Declan Donnelly, Anthony McPartlin, Mimi Webb, Joel Dommett
Votes: 3,533
3. No 73 (1982–1988)
Family
Kids TV show set in a house (#73) with presenters as characters. Each episode featured music, cartoons and ongoing storylines in various comedic situations and adventures. Focused on fun and entertainment for young viewers.
Stars: Andrea Arnold, Nick Staverson, Neil Buchanan, Sandi Toksvig
Votes: 158
4. Top of the Pops (1964–2023)
60 min | Music, News, Talk-Show
A rundown of the latest chart hits, featuring in-studio performances from popular music artists.
Stars: The Ladybirds, Pan's People, Jimmy Savile, Legs & Co
Votes: 1,126
5. The Chase Australia (2015– )
Game-Show
The Australian version of the quiz series where four contestants have to compete against a professional quizzer, known as the "Chaser", in order to win a cash prize.
Stars: Issa Schultz, Brydon Coverdale, Matt Parkinson, Anne Hegerty
Votes: 125
6. Parkinson (1971–2007)
50 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Journalist Michael Parkinson interviews a broad range of the most famous people in the world.
Stars: Michael Parkinson, Marian Montgomery, Billy Connolly, Barry Humphries
Votes: 803
7. Blind Date (1985–2019)
60 min | Game-Show, Romance
British dating show in which a member of the public chooses who to date from a selection of three suitors, based solely on their answers to questions.
Stars: Cilla Black, Graham Skidmore, Paul O'Grady, Melanie Sykes
Votes: 184
8. The Paul O'Grady Show (2004–2015)
45 min | Comedy, Talk-Show
Paul O'Grady and star guests liven up teatime with comedy and chat.
Stars: Paul O'Grady, Charlotte Ellen Price, Melanie Sykes, Ramon Christian
Votes: 464
9. Britain's Next Top Model (2005– )
45 min | Reality-TV
Stars: Fearne Cotton, Elle Macpherson, Lisa Snowdon, Abbey Clancy
Votes: 394
10. Piers Morgan's Life Stories (2009– )
60 min | Biography, Talk-Show
In-depth hour-long interviews devoted to just one guest and filmed in front of an audience, with video contributions from friends and family.
Stars: Piers Morgan, Joan Collins, Sharon Osbourne, Bruce Forsyth
Votes: 273
11. Baby Jake (2011– )
11 min | Family
The magical adventures of Baby Jake, as narrated by his elder brother Isaac.
Stars: Adamo Bertacchi-Morroni, Franco Bertacchi-Morroni, Kaizer Akhtar, Richie Webb
Votes: 186
12. Cannon and Ball (1979–1988)
25 min | Comedy
A long-running British TV series showcasing the comedic talents of Tommy Cannon and Bobby Ball through a variety of sketches and performances.
Stars: Tommy Cannon, Bobby Ball, Ritz, Alyn Ainsworth
Votes: 115
13. Close to Home (1989–1990)
30 min | Comedy
The daily trials and tribulations of vet James Shepherd, his two teenage children, ex wife and his veterinary assistant who dislikes animals.
Stars: Paul Nicholas, Angharad Rees, Jane Briers, Lucy Benjamin
Votes: 34
14. The Dame Edna Experience (1987–1989)
Comedy, Talk-Show
An arrogant Australian TV host who mocks celebrity guests and abuses her sidekick Madge in a series of comedic talk show parodies.
Stars: Barry Humphries, Emily Perry, Robin Houston, Jeffrey Archer
Votes: 270
15. Everyman (1977– )
50 min | Documentary
Long-running BBC documentary series, often focussing on issues of a religious nature.
Stars: Peter France, Vanya Kewley, Jenni Murray, David Jessel
Votes: 33
16. Further Up Pompeii (1991 TV Movie)
41 min | Comedy
One more look at ancient Rome with Lurcio in this London Weekend Television special.
Director: Ian Hamilton | Stars: Frankie Howerd, Joanna Dickens, Elizabeth Anson, Peter Geeves
Votes: 75
17. Des O'Connor Tonight (1977–2003)
50 min | Talk-Show
Music, comedy and celebrity interviews with singer and host Des O'Connor.
Stars: Des O'Connor, Jim Davidson, Freddie Starr, Jethro
Votes: 51
18. Late Night Mash (2021–2022)
60 min | Comedy
Nish Kumar, Rachel Parris and the team of comedians that brought you The Mash Report return with more satirical, topical comedy.
Stars: Steve N. Allen, Tom Bell, Jason Forbes, Greig Johnson
Votes: 137
19. Beat the Chasers Australia (2020)
60 min | Game-Show
Hosted by Andrew O'Keefe, the greatest quiz brains in Australia will try to beat all four of The Chasers. The ultimate glory - big cash prizes in the Grand Finale.
Stars: Matt Parkinson, Andrew O'Keefe, Cheryl Toh, Issa Schultz
Votes: 12
20. The Comedians (1971–1993)
25 min | Comedy
A stand up show featuring acts from the club circuit, including Bernard Manning and Frank Carson. The show originally ran from 1971-1974, before being revived three times over the next two decades.
Stars: Bernard Manning, George Roper, Shep's Banjo Boys, Frank Carson
Votes: 64
21. Zig and Zag (2016)
11 min | Animation, Family
Alien bros Zig and Zag crash land in humdrum suburbia and set up home. On their fun filled adventures they 'make the most' of what Planet Earth has to offer. You'll never have neighbours as out-of-this-world as Zig and Zag.
Stars: Allen Doyle, Tara Flynn, Lisa Garvey, Sam McGovern
Votes: 27
22. Summertime Special (1986–1988)
60 min | Comedy, Music
ITV incarnation of the seaside set variety show, which originated and still continued on the BBC.
Stars: Alyn Ainsworth, Grace Kennedy, The Alyn Ainsworth Orchestra, The Nigel Lythgoe Dancers
23. The Brian Conley Show (1992–1995)
45 min | Comedy, Family, Music
Mix of standup comedy, sketches and music.
Stars: Brian Conley, Katherine Staples, John Sachs, Michael Van Wijk
Votes: 38
24. Jim Davidson's Generation Game (1995–2002)
Family, Game-Show
Stars: Jim Davidson, Melanie Stace, Barry Killerby, Stephen Lewis
25. The National Lottery (1994– )
Game-Show
Various games and entertainment to try and keep studio and TV audience interested for up to 30 minutes before the climax: drawing the lottery numbers
Stars: Dale Winton, Alan Dedicoat, Mystic Meg, Anthea Turner
Votes: 40
26. The Full Monty (1993)
Comedy
Fast-paced sketch show hosted by John Thomson and Caroline Aherne, along with a variety of special guests. Airing in a post-11pm timeslot, the series was only broadcast in the ITV Granada region.
Stars: Caroline Aherne, John Thomson, Brenda Gilhooly, Stephen Frost
27. On Trial: Lee Harvey Oswald (1986 TV Movie)
310 min | Documentary
A documentary in which surviving witnesses are recalled to determine the guilt or innocence of the man believed to have murdered President John F. Kennedy.
Director: Ian Hamilton | Stars: Edwin Newman, Lee Harvey Oswald, Earl Warren, Vincent Bugliosi
Votes: 69
28. Saturday Zoo (1993)
Comedy
Jonathan Ross and a guest host presided over this alternative variety show featuring a high proportion of comedy, including notable appearances by Steve Coogan, Mark Thomas and Denis Leary.
Stars: Jonathan Ross, Steve Coogan, Denis Leary, Rowland Rivron
Votes: 21
29. Miss World 2011 (2011 TV Special)
Family, Reality-TV
Director: Ian Hamilton | Stars: Angela Chow, Jason Cook, Stephen Douglas, Diversity
Votes: 15
30. An Audience with Jimmy Tarbuck (1994 TV Special)
60 min | Documentary, Comedy
Jimmy Tarbuck parades his comic wares in front of a celebrity audience.
Director: Ian Hamilton | Stars: Jimmy Tarbuck, Leslie Ash, Myra Atherton, Ron Atkinson
Votes: 16
31. Our House: A Musical Love Story (2004 Video)
120 min | Musical
When young Joe Casey arrives at a crossroads in his life the ghost of his father allows the two alternatives to play out. TV recording of the stage show inspired by the songs of Madness.
Directors: Ian Hamilton, Matthew Warchus | Stars: Peter Caulfield, Tameka Empson, Richard Frame, Andrea Francis
Votes: 22
32. Saturday Live (1996– )
60 min | Comedy
Stars: Lee Hurst, Ben Miller, Alexander Armstrong, Harry Hill
Votes: 14
33. Happy Birthday, Coronation Street! (1990 TV Special)
90 min | Comedy, Music
An entertainment extravaganza to celebrate thirty years of the UK's most popular television series, Coronation Street.
Director: Ian Hamilton | Stars: Cilla Black, Ronnie Corbett, Les Dawson, Wayne Dobson
34. Ultra Quiz (1983–1985)
30 min | Game-Show
A large number of people gathered on a beach or in a car park and answered questions by standing in giant circles according to their preference between multiple-choice answers, being eliminated for wrong answers.
Stars: David Frost, William Rushton, Michael Aspel, Stu Francis
35. Commercial Breakdown (1989–2008)
30 min | Comedy
A comedienne looks at amusing TV commercials.
Stars: Jim Davidson, Jo Brand, Ruby Wax, Jon Culshaw
Votes: 68
36. Fun Factory (1980– )
Family
Stars: Jeremy Beadle, Therese Birch, Billy Butler, Gary Crowley
Votes: 8
37. Our House: The Madness Musical (2003 TV Special)
Musical
Director: Ian Hamilton | Stars: Julia Gay, Michael Jibson, Gavin Wilkinson
Votes: 6
39. Another Audience with Freddie Starr (1997 TV Special)
50 min | Comedy
Director: Ian Hamilton | Stars: Freddie Starr, The Jordanaires, Dave Holland, The Beverley Sisters
Votes: 18
40. Joan Rivers: Abroad in London (1992 TV Special)
57 min | Comedy
Joan delivers her biting tongue to the Queen and her country.
Director: Ian Hamilton | Stars: Cathy Burden, Jeannette Charles, Christina Hance, Peter Hugo
Votes: 19
41. Live from Her Majesty's (1982–1988)
Family, Music
Live variety show filmed at Her Majesty's Theatre in London.
Stars: Jimmy Tarbuck, The Alyn Ainsworth Orchestra, Brian Rogers Dancers, Joe Longthorne
Votes: 11
42. Michael Ball (1993–1994)
Stars: Michael Ball, Montserrat Caballé, Harry Connick Jr., Chris Isaak
Votes: 6
43. Simply the Best (2004– )
120 min | Family, Game-Show
Two teams combining celebrities and members of the public represent different British cities as they take part in physical challenges at a specially built arena in St Helier on Jersey.
Stars: Louise Stewart, Malandra Burrows, Ben Freeman, Gabrielle
Votes: 9
44. The Royal Variety Performance 2001 (2001 TV Special)
Music
Directors: Ian Hamilton, Jeff Thacker | Stars: Emma Forbes, Steve Jones, Cilla Black, Dora Bryan
Votes: 47
45. Martine (2002 TV Movie)
60 min | Music
In a tribute to musicals old and new, Martine McCutcheon and a few special guests perform a variety of songs from the shows.
Director: Ian Hamilton | Stars: Martine McCutcheon, Andrea Bocelli, Judy Garland, Vinnie Jones
Votes: 13
46. The Big Big Talent Show (1996– )
Game-Show, Music
Stars: Jonathan Ross, Garry Bushell, Gina Yashere, Francine Lewis
Votes: 7
47. The National Lottery: 5 Star Family Reunion (2015– )
Game-Show
Stars: Nick Knowles, Alan Dedicoat, Sonali Shah
48. Harty (1983–1986)
Talk-Show
Chat show with celebrity guests.
Stars: Russell Harty, Peter Cook, Mike Harding, Sue Cuff
49. Sex, Secrets & Frankie Howerd (2004 TV Movie)
48 min | Documentary
Director: Elizabeth Dobson | Stars: Jessica Brohn, Geoff Beattie, Nicky Campbell, Jess Conrad
50. The Royal Variety Performance 1989 (1989 TV Special)
175 min | Comedy
Director: Ian Hamilton | Stars: Peter Baldwin, Michael Ball, Thelma Barlow, Amanda Barrie