Sort by Popularity - Most Popular Movies and TV Shows With Heidi Thomas

1. Call the Midwife (2012– )

TV-PG | 60 min | Drama, History

Chronicles the lives of a group of midwives living in East London in the late 1950s to late 1960s.

Stars: Vanessa Redgrave, Laura Main, Jenny Agutter, Stephen McGann

Votes: 31,456

2. Upstairs Downstairs (2010–2012)

TV-PG | 60 min | Drama

A new family and their servants live at the London townhouse at 165 Eaton Place in 1936.

Stars: Keeley Hawes, Ed Stoppard, Adrian Scarborough, Neil Jackson

Votes: 6,818

3. Cranford (2007–2009)

TV-PG | 469 min | Drama

In the 1840s, Cranford is ruled by the ladies. They adore good gossip, and romance and change is in the air, as the unwelcome grasp of the Industrial Revolution rapidly approaches their beloved rural market-town.

Stars: Judi Dench, Imelda Staunton, Julia McKenzie, Deborah Findlay

Votes: 10,617

4. Little Women (2017)

TV-PG | 59 min | Drama

Dramatization of Louisa May Alcott's novel about the lives of the four March sisters during the American Civil War as they learn to navigate love, loss, and the trials of growing up.

Stars: Maya Hawke, Kathryn Newton, Dylan Baker, Willa Fitzgerald

Votes: 4,892

5. Soldier Soldier (1991–1997)

TV-14 | 50 min | Drama

Drama following the life of the officers and men of the King's Own Fusiliers regiment, during their home lives, training exercises and battles.

Stars: Ben Nealon, Robson Green, Jerome Flynn, Rosie Rowell

Votes: 944

6. I Capture the Castle (2003)

R | 113 min | Drama, Romance

A love story set in 1930s England that follows 17-year-old Cassandra Mortmain and the fortunes of her eccentric family struggling to survive in a decaying English castle.

Director: Tim Fywell | Stars: Romola Garai, Rose Byrne, Bill Nighy, Sophie Stuckey

Votes: 7,980 | Gross: $1.17M

7. Ballet Shoes (2007 TV Movie)

PG | 85 min | Drama, Family, Musical

In 1930s London, three orphan girls are adopted by their great uncle, who is an eccentric paleontologist, and his niece.

Director: Sandra Goldbacher | Stars: Emma Watson, Yasmin Paige, Lucy Boynton, Emilia Fox

Votes: 9,171

8. Doctor Finlay (1993–1996)

TV-14 | 60 min | Drama

Following his service in World War II, Dr. Finlay returns to the practice at Arden House, at a time when the National Health Service is about to be instituted.

Stars: David Rintoul, Annette Crosbie, Ian Bannen, Gordon Reid

Votes: 538

9. Allelujah (2022)

99 min | Drama

The story of a geriatric ward in a small Yorkshire hospital threatened with closure.

Director: Richard Eyre | Stars: Jesse Akele, Lorraine Ashbourne, Nivedita Bhargava, David Bradley

Votes: 1,700

10. Madame Bovary (2000 TV Movie)

180 min | Drama, Romance

A young woman in her late teens, a reader of novels and with high hopes of romance and passion, marries a widowed country doctor. Although he dotes on her, she is soon bored and discontent.... See full summary »

Director: Tim Fywell | Stars: Frances O'Connor, Greg Wise, Eileen Atkins, Hugh Bonneville

Votes: 1,010

11. Screenplay (1986–1993)

Drama

An anthology drama series.

Stars: John Kavanagh, Tony Doyle, Michael Liebmann, Benjamin Whitrow

Votes: 94

12. Lorraine (2001– )

60 min | Talk-Show

Early morning chat show presented by Lorraine Kelly, with celebrity interviews, cooking tips, fashion features and musical guests.

Stars: Lorraine Kelly, Mark Heyes, Tasmin Lucia-Khan, Hilary Jones

Votes: 255

13. The South Bank Show (1978– )

53 min | Documentary

ITV's long-running arts series presented by Melvyn Bragg.

Stars: Melvyn Bragg, Ian McKellen, David Hockney, Victoria Wood

Votes: 216

14. Lilies (2007)

60 min | Drama

Tough, sexy, funny and heartbreaking, Lillies details the lives of Iris, May and Ruby Moss - Catholic sisters coming of age in a dockland terraced house. Familial love sustains them, and ... See full summary »

Stars: Brian McCardie, Catherine Tyldesley, Kerrie Hayes, Leanne Rowe

Votes: 804

15. Call the Midwife: The Casebook (2017 TV Movie)

58 min | Documentary

Documentary. Actor Stephen McGann, who plays Dr Patrick Turner, explores real stories behind Call the Midwife.

Directors: James Brailsford, Clare Lewins | Stars: Stephen McGann, Antonia Bruce, Terri Coates, Pippa Harris

Votes: 54

16. The Lifeboat (1994– )

50 min | Adventure, Drama

The lives and missions of the crew of a Welsh rescue boat.

Stars: Brendan Gleeson, Tim Wylton, Richard Lynch, Neil Royston

Votes: 19

17. Kiss and Tell (II) (1996 TV Movie)

120 min | Thriller

An undercover police officer must prove that a lonely man's missing wife was murdered.

Director: David Richards | Stars: Rosie Rowell, Peter Howitt, Daniel Craig, Ralph Ineson

Votes: 118

18. Frank Stubbs Promotes (1993–1994)

Comedy, Drama

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Stars: Timothy Spall, Trevor Cooper, Lesley Sharp, Danniella Westbrook

Votes: 29

19. Desert Island Discs (2009 Podcast Series)

38 min | Biography, Music, Talk-Show

Podcast version of the long-running BBC Radio series of the same name.

Stars: Lauren Laverne, Kirsty Young, Warwick Davis, Nadiya Hussain

Votes: 16

20. Cranford in Detail (2009 Video)

30 min | Documentary, Short

Documentary on the production of Cranford (2007-2010).

Director: Sven Arnstein | Stars: Jim Carter, Julia McKenzie, Judi Dench, Heidi Thomas

Votes: 29

21. The Making of Cranford (2007 Video)

30 min | Documentary, Short

Takes a look at how the series was made.

Director: Sven Arnstein | Stars: Susie Conklin, Sue Birtwistle, Kate Harwood, Lisa Dillon

22. Doctor Finlay (1993–1996)
Episode: The Earth's Sweet Being (1995)

Not Rated | 50 min | Drama

Dr. Napier starts to promote women's health issues by holding seminars and giving out information to her new patients. She particularly wants to ensure that they know about various ... See full summary »

Director: Derek Lister | Stars: David Rintoul, Annette Crosbie, Ian Bannen, Graham De Banzie

Votes: 35

23. The Lifeboat (1994– )
Episode: Homecomings (1994)

Adventure, Drama

The lifeboat crew leave Penrhys for Poole to bring home the new boat. Meanwhile, Bronwen receives an unwelcome visit from an old flame but this time it's Dilys who falls under his spell.

Director: Dafydd Arwyn Jones | Stars: Ann Beach, Robert Blythe, Paul Brightwell, Martyn Ellis

24. Soldier Soldier (1991–1997)
Episode: Band of Gold (1994)

TV-14 | 51 min | Drama

The day of Major Kieran Voce and Captain Kate Butler's wedding arrives and Lieutenant Jeremy Forsythe and the lads help to rescue the day. Donna Tucker starts to get closer to her tutor.

Director: Graham Moore | Stars: Dorian Healy, Lesley Vickerage, Robson Green, Rosie Rowell

Votes: 16

25. Soldier Soldier (1991–1997)
Episode: Damage (1994)

TV-14 | 50 min | Drama

A beach landing exercise is suspended after two men fall overboard. Donna's sister Kelly falls for one of the locals and Major Kieran Voce has divided loyalties over his love life.

Director: Michael Brayshaw | Stars: Jerome Flynn, Robson Green, Rob Spendlove, Colin Salmon

Votes: 10

26. Soldier Soldier (1991–1997)
Episode: Live Fire (1993)

TV-14 | 51 min | Drama

Rivalries surface during a live firing exercise and it spells disaster for one man. Tony Wilton has to decide how to leave things in New Zealand.

Director: Ian Mune | Stars: Mo Sesay, Jack Deam, Robson Green, Jerome Flynn

Votes: 15

27. Soldier Soldier (1991–1997)
Episode: Shifting Sands (1993)

TV-14 | 50 min | Drama

The men are on exercise in New Zealand and are facing hostility from their local counterparts. They are soon joined by the women after an unexpected windfall.

Director: Anthony Garner | Stars: Gary Love, Robson Green, Jerome Flynn, Mo Sesay

Votes: 13

28. Soldier Soldier (1991–1997)
Episode: Stand by Me (1993)

TV-14 | 50 min | Drama

Paddy Garvey makes a good impression but has trouble getting the recognition he deserves. The Stubbs have to deal with the fallout of Sarah's earlier actions and the men find out where their next posting will be.

Director: Michael Brayshaw | Stars: Robson Green, Jerome Flynn, Akim Mogaji, Rosie Rowell

Votes: 9

29. Soldier Soldier (1991–1997)
Episode: Stormy Weather (1994)

TV-14 | 51 min | Drama

The men return from Bosnia and discover that they're heading to Cyprus. Dave Tucker discovers that he is the frame for a paternity suit. Tony Wilton puts his life on the line training for the SAS and ends up hearing some good news.

Director: Rodney Bennett | Stars: Robson Green, Rosie Rowell, Gary Love, Annabelle Apsion

Votes: 9

30. Lilies (2007)
Episode: The Chit Behind King Billy (2007)

56 min | Drama

To help get the family pianola out of hock for a street party honoring war vets, Ruby takes a job selling corsets, training all the while for the Olympic swimming tryouts. But brother Billy... See full summary »

Director: David Moore | Stars: Brian McCardie, Kerrie Hayes, Daniel Rigby, Catherine Tyldesley

Votes: 29

31. Lilies (2007)
Episode: The Reckoning (2007)

59 min | Drama

After a life-threatening delivery, May rejects her baby, awaiting the return of Mr. Brazendale. The turmoil created by Dadda's flight, the neighbors' scorn, and Iris's pursuit of a vocation... See full summary »

Director: Brian Kelly | Stars: Brian McCardie, Leanne Rowe, Kerrie Hayes, Catherine Tyldesley

Votes: 19

32. Cranford (2007–2009)
Episode: August 1842 (2007)

TV-14 | 58 min | Drama

After a few months in the village, Dr. Harrison has caught the eye of several of the young ladies. He has focused his attention on the parson's daughter, Sophie Hutton, and hopes to spend ... See full summary »

Directors: Simon Curtis, Steve Hudson | Stars: Simon Woods, Lesley Manville, Rosy Byrne, Julia McKenzie

Votes: 244

33. Cranford (2007–2009)
Episode: June 1842 (2007)

TV-14 | 58 min | Drama

In June 1842, Mary Smith arrives in Cranford to stay with her mother's friends Miss Matty and Miss Deborah Jenkyns. Cranford is a small town, on the edge of modernization. The railway now ... See full summary »

Directors: Simon Curtis, Steve Hudson | Stars: Eileen Atkins, Judi Dench, Lisa Dillon, Simon Woods

Votes: 287

34. Cranford (2007–2009)
Episode: November 1842 (2007)

TV-14 | 59 min | Drama

It's Christmas-time and Miss Matty isn't sure it would appropriate to celebrate with friends and neighbors given the death of her sister. Mary Smith convinces her otherwise. Matty renews ... See full summary »

Directors: Simon Curtis, Steve Hudson | Stars: Kimberley Nixon, Rosy Byrne, Hester Odgers, Simon Woods

Votes: 222

35. Cranford (2007–2009)
Episode: April 1843 (2007)

TV-14 | 59 min | Drama

Railway construction begins. Dr. Harrison speaks to Sophy's father and he agrees that they can step out together. Harrison emphasizes that he cannot ask for her hand until he is better ... See full summary »

Directors: Simon Curtis, Steve Hudson | Stars: Andrew Buchan, Imelda Staunton, Lisa Dillon, Judi Dench

Votes: 213

36. Cranford (2007–2009)
Episode: May 1843 (2007)

TV-14 | 59 min | Drama

Martha and Jem are married and move into Miss Matty's home as lodgers. Dr. Harrison learns that Sophy has been sent away to stay with an aunt in Shropshire. When she returns home she ... See full summary »

Directors: Simon Curtis, Steve Hudson | Stars: Claudie Blakley, Andrew Buchan, Judi Dench, Lisa Dillon

Votes: 225

37. The South Bank Show (1978– )
Episode: Heidi Thomas (2019)

Documentary

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Stars: Melvyn Bragg, Heidi Thomas

38. Lorraine (2001– )
Episode: Episode dated 15 October 2020 (2020)

60 min | Talk-Show

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Stars: Ben Hardy, Lorraine Kelly, Ross King, Stephen McGann

39. Call the Midwife (2012– )
Episode: Christmas Special (2020)

TV-PG | 90 min | Drama, History

Sister Monica Joan is rushed to hospital, while Trixie is less than impressed to receive a subscription to a Marriage Bureau as a Christmas present. Meanwhile, the circus is in town.

Director: Syd Macartney | Stars: Vanessa Redgrave, Ella Bruccoleri, Laura Main, Alice Brown

Votes: 396

40. Call the Midwife (2012– )
Episode: Episode #10.2 (2021)

TV-PG | 60 min | Drama, History

Sister Frances finds herself in a tricky situation when a pregnant woman confides in her. Cyril helps a family find shelter after they are evicted from their home. Sister Julienne's new venture hits a stumbling block.

Director: David O'Neill | Stars: Vanessa Redgrave, Annabelle Apsion, Ella Bruccoleri, Linda Bassett

Votes: 287

41. Call the Midwife (2012– )
Episode: Episode #10.3 (2021)

TV-PG | 60 min | Drama, History

Sister Hilda and Doctor Turner are involved with a young woman whose health presents a series of challenges. A complicated pregnancy leads the Nonnatus House team on a path of discovery.

Director: David O'Neill | Stars: Vanessa Redgrave, Laura Main, Stephen McGann, April Rae Hoang

Votes: 265

42. Call the Midwife (2012– )
Episode: Episode #10.4 (2021)

TV-PG | 60 min | Drama, History

As the World Cup draws near Fred places a risky bet on the final. Nonnatus House welcomes four new pupil midwives, Dr Turner meets a 17-year-old boy harboring a desperate secret, and Cyril and Lucille's relationship continues to blossom.

Director: Noreen Kershaw | Stars: Vanessa Redgrave, Linda Hargreaves, Leonie Elliott, Zephryn Taitte

Votes: 288

43. Call the Midwife (2012– )
Episode: Episode #10.5 (2021)

TV-PG | 60 min | Drama, History

With Sister Hilda away on a refresher course, Sister Julienne steps in to carry out home visits. The new pupil midwives are settling in well, and there is a sense of hope in the air. While ... See full summary »

Director: Noreen Kershaw | Stars: Vanessa Redgrave, Laura Main, April Rae Hoang, Alice Brown

Votes: 258

44. Call the Midwife (2012– )
Episode: Episode #10.6 (2021)

TV-PG | 60 min | Drama, History

Trixie stirs up controversy in the community when she speaks out on behalf of a patient who is pregnant with her fifth child, but whose personal life is far from stable. Dr Turner and ... See full summary »

Director: Afia Nkrumah | Stars: Vanessa Redgrave, Megan Cusack, Rebecca Tebbett, Helen George

Votes: 247

45. Call the Midwife (2012– )
Episode: Episode #10.7 (2021)

TV-PG | 60 min | Drama, History

The Nonnatus House staff struggles to come to terms with Nancy's revelation. Sister Frances and Trixie rally the others to take a stand and do something about Poplar's growing housing ... See full summary »

Director: Thomas Hescott | Stars: Vanessa Redgrave, Ella Bruccoleri, Jenny Agutter, Judy Parfitt

Votes: 259

46. Cranford (2007–2009)
Episode: Return to Cranford: Part One - August 1844 (2009)

TV-14 | 89 min | Drama

It's August 1844 and Miss Matty knows only too well that faces will always come and go in Cranford, but for now she is happy that her dear brother, Peter is home from India and that Martha,... See full summary »

Director: Simon Curtis | Stars: Judi Dench, Claudie Blakley, Julia McKenzie, Alex Jennings

Votes: 423

47. Call the Midwife (2012– )
Episode: Christmas Special (2021)

TV-PG | 89 min | Drama, History

Lucille and Cyril are excited about their wedding but as the day approaches, nothing seems to run smoothly, and the ceremony itself is put in jeopardy.

Director: Syd Macartney | Stars: Vanessa Redgrave, Jenny Agutter, Georgie Glen, Linda Bassett

Votes: 316

48. Call the Midwife (2012– )
Episode: Episode #11.3 (2022)

TV-PG | 60 min | Drama, History

Shelagh organizes a special celebration to mark 100 years since the Order first arrived in Poplar - although Sister Hilda feels that she should have been in charge of the festivities.

Director: Thomas Hescott | Stars: Vanessa Redgrave, Judy Parfitt, Megan Cusack, Jenny Agutter

Votes: 239

49. Cranford (2007–2009)
Episode: Return to Cranford: Part Two - October 1844 (2009)

TV-14 | 88 min | Drama

Everyone is overjoyed at the news that William Buxton and Peggy Bell are to be married - except it all comes as news to the elder Mr. Buxton who thinks his son is marrying beneath himself. ... See full summary »

Director: Simon Curtis | Stars: Lesley Sharp, Jodie Whittaker, Tom Hiddleston, Jonathan Pryce

Votes: 308

50. Call the Midwife (2012– )
Episode: Episode #11.2 (2022)

TV-PG | 60 min | Drama, History

At the monthly cytology clinic, Sister Frances comforts a young woman who is struggling with a life-changing diagnosis. Lucille supports a difficult mother.

Director: Noreen Kershaw | Stars: Vanessa Redgrave, Ella Bruccoleri, Fenella Woolgar, Jenny Agutter

Votes: 238