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1. This Is Your Life (1955–2003)
30 min | Documentary, Biography
The UK version of the popular US show. Eamonn Andrews (later Michael Aspel) surprises celebrities by presenting them with the Big Red Book before taking them into the studio to tell viewers... See full summary »
Stars: Eamonn Andrews, Michael Aspel, Elizabeth Dawn, June Whitfield
Votes: 324
2. Panorama (I) (1953– )
40 min | Documentary, News
Long-running factual programme reporting on all aspects of life in Britain.
Stars: Fred Emery, David Dimbleby, Richard Lindley, Richard Dimbleby
Votes: 599
3. World in Action (1963–1998)
30 min | Documentary
A documentary series focusing on current affairs.
Stars: Brian Armstrong, Chris Kelly, Derek Cooper, Wilfrid Thomas
Votes: 98
4. Wogan (1982–1992)
35 min | Talk-Show
Terry Wogan hosts his own long-running chat show, where he interviews a variety of guests, from public life to celebrities. Also featured are regular musical guests performing their latest songs.
Stars: Terry Wogan, Sue Lawley, Joanna Lumley, Gloria Hunniford
Votes: 314
5. Question Time (1979– )
60 min | News, Talk-Show
Politicians, public office-holders and celebrities face questions on topical issues from a studio audience.
Stars: David Dimbleby, Robin Day, Peter Sissons, Fiona Bruce
Votes: 412
6. The Death of Yugoslavia (1995–1996)
50 min | Documentary, History
This captivate documentary covers the struggles of the Yugoslavian people during the collapse of their country, and the subsequent wars to finally find hope with the signing of the Final Peace Accords.
Stars: Robin Ellis, Slobodan Milosevic, Franjo Tudjman, Borisav Jovic
Votes: 1,291
7. On the Record (1988– )
60 min
Weekly political magazine.
Stars: Jonathan Dimbleby, John Cole, John Rentoul, John Nicolson
8. Newsnight (1980– )
45 min | News
Serious news reports, analysis and no-holds-barred interviews with leading politicians and public figures.
Stars: Kirsty Wark, Jeremy Paxman, Emily Maitlis, Gavin Esler
Votes: 213
9. Timeshift (2002–2017)
60 min | Documentary
Series looking at changes in British society, employing archive footage from the BBC and other sources.
Stars: Veronika Hyks, Tamsin Greig, Kim Newman, Andrew Martin
Votes: 74
10. This Week (1956–1992)
News
Public affairs series probing the news behind the headlines.
Stars: Jonathan Dimbleby, Denis Tuohy, Richard Lindley, Bryan Magee
Votes: 35
11. BBC World News (1997– )
30 min | Documentary, News
The latest international news from the BBC.
Stars: Kelly Hyman, Caroline Hawley, Katty Kay, Naga Munchetty
Votes: 188
12. Scotch on the Rocks (1973– )
215 min | Thriller
Two undercover army operatives infiltrate an activist group working towards an independent Scotland by illegal means.
Stars: Maria Aitken, Maurice Roëves, John Cairney, Cyril Luckham
Votes: 18
13. Black Wednesday (1997 TV Movie)
50 min | Documentary
The events surrounding the disastrous day in September 1992 when billions were spent on shoring up the pound and Britain has forced out of the ERM, as re-told by some of the leading cast members of the drama.
Stars: Tim Pigott-Smith, Giuliano Amato, Werner Benkhoff, Henning Christophersen
Votes: 17
15. Open to Question (1984–1997)
35 min | Talk-Show
Various public figures submit themselves to questioning from a teenage audience.
Stars: John Nicolson, Hilary O'Neil, Michael McFarlane, Krishnan Guru-Murthy
16. Jonathan Dimbleby (1994–2006)
News, Talk-Show
Stars: Jonathan Dimbleby, Robin Cook, Menzies Campbell, Jack Straw
Votes: 9
17. Elizabeth R (1992 TV Movie)
107 min | Documentary
Elizabeth R is a 1992 television documentary film about Queen Elizabeth II. It was produced by the BBC and directed by Edward Mirzoeff. It was the first officially approved documentary about the British monarchy since Royal Family (1969).
Director: Edward Mirzoeff | Stars: Ian Holm, Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Philip, Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother
Votes: 67
18. The Maltese Double Cross (1994)
Not Rated | 157 min | Documentary
An investigation into the crash of Pan Am Flight 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland.
Director: Allan Francovich | Stars: Martin Cadman, William Barr, Innes Graham, Jim Swire
Votes: 34
19. The Sunday Programme (1994–2008)
News
Stars: Steve Richards, Alastair Stewart, David Mills, Frank Dobson
20. The Major Years (1999– )
Documentary charting the rise and fall of John Major, the last Tory UK Prime Minister this century.
Stars: Tim Pigott-Smith, John Major, Michael Portillo, George Bush
Votes: 8
21. Did You See..? (1980–1993)
30 min | Talk-Show
Presenter Ludovic Kennedy and three guests discuss the week's television, while there are also interviews with those responsible for making it. The series was later revived with Jeremy Paxman as the host.
Stars: Ludovic Kennedy, Jeremy Paxman, Sarah Dunant, Sue Peacock
Votes: 7
22. The Book Programme (1973–1980)
25 min | Documentary
Stars: Robert Robinson, Michael Billington, Germaine Greer, Clive James
23. Weekend World (1972–1988)
News
Stars: Brian Walden, Peter Jay, Matthew Parris, Mary Holland
Votes: 13
24. Sabine Christiansen (1998–2007)
60 min | Talk-Show
Talk round live in Berlin with Sabine Christiansen.
Stars: Sabine Christiansen, Otto Schily, Guido Westerwelle, Hans Eichel
Votes: 140
25. Daily Politics (2003–2018)
30 min | News, Talk-Show
The BBC's in-depth, daily, weekday political show reviewing events in Westminster, around the UK and further afield with interviews, discussion and debate.
Stars: Andrew Neil, Jenny Scott, Giles Dilnot, Jo Coburn
Votes: 85
27. Clive Anderson All Talk (1996–1999)
Talk-Show
An irreverent late-night talk show with Clive Anderson, mixing quips and chat with celebrity guests. It remains perhaps best remembered for an episode where guests The Bee Gees walked out.
Stars: Clive Anderson, Ben Elton, Steve Coogan, Stephen Fry
Votes: 41
28. A Week in Politics (1982–1997)
In-depth look at the week's political stories.
Stars: Vincent Hanna, Andrew Rawnsley, Peter Jay, Peter Kellner
29. Queen & Country (2012– )
211 min | Documentary
England marks Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee.
Stars: Trevor McDonald, Douglas Hurd, Jane Ridley, Robert Lacey
Votes: 21
30. Posh and Posher: Why Public School Boys Run Britain (2011 TV Movie)
60 min | Documentary
Director: Ben Steele | Stars: Andrew Neil, Caroline Amos, Andrew Cooper, David Davis
Votes: 12
31. The Shot That Shook the World (2005 TV Movie)
90 min | Documentary
As part of ITV's 50th Birthday celebration, a look back at 50 years of amazing news footage brought to British homes by ITN News. A poll was also conducted to find out which item was most shocking to witness being broadcasted.
Directors: Peter Higgins, Gabriella Polletta | Stars: Trevor McDonald, Buzz Aldrin, Mark Austin, Tony Benn
Votes: 13
32. This Week Next Week (1984–1988)
News
Stars: Vivian White, David Dimbleby, Donald MacCormick, John Penycate
33. UK General Election (1950– )
News
All coverage of UK General Elections on television channels, from campaigning and debates to results.
Stars: Clive Myrie, David Dimbleby, Jeremy Vine, Emily Maitlis
Votes: 19
34. The Rise and Fall of Margaret Thatcher (2013 TV Special)
30 min | Documentary, Biography
Stars: Martha Kearney, Margaret Thatcher, Kenneth Clarke, Michael Heseltine
Votes: 7
35. The Diamond Queen (2012)
59 min | Documentary
A landmark documentary series to mark the 60th year of HM Queen Elizabeth II's reign, filmed over a year and a half.
Stars: Andrew Marr, Princess Anne, Princess Eugenie, Prince William of Wales
Votes: 87
36. BBC Four News (2002– )
30 min | News
Stars: Zeinab Badawi, Peter Gibbs, Daniel Corbett, Peter Biles
Votes: 32
37. Thatcher & the IRA: Dealing with Terror (2014 TV Movie)
60 min | Documentary
Director: Trevor Birney | Stars: Mike Philpott, Margaret Thatcher, Gerry Adams, Robert Armstrong
Votes: 11
38. Election 1987 (1987 TV Special)
News
BBC's coverage of the 1987 General Election in the UK, that saw Margaret Thatcher's Conservative party win its third consecutive election.
Director: Chris Fox | Stars: David Dimbleby, Peter Snow, Robin Day, Anthony King
39. BOOKtalk (2006– )
15 min | Biography, Talk-Show
Mark D'Arcy talks with authors about their latest political books.
Stars: Mark D'Arcy, Douglas Carswell, Denis Healey, Andrew Hosken
40. Cabinet Confidential (2001 TV Movie)
60 min | Documentary
Stars: Michael Cockerell, Tony Benn, Tony Blair, James Callaghan
41. How We Fell for Europe (2005 TV Movie)
60 min | Documentary
The story of the 1975 referendum, which settled Britain's fate as a member of the European Union.
Director: Nikki Stockley | Stars: Michael Cockerell, Tony Benn, James Callaghan, Justin Cartwright
Votes: 7
42. Adventures for Boys: John Buchan - Master of Suspense (2006 TV Movie)
60 min | Documentary
Director: Alexander Leith | Stars: Alexander Leith, William Buchan, David Stafford, Allan Massie
43. Heath vs Wilson: The 10 Year Duel (2011 TV Movie)
90 min | Documentary
Director: Isobel Charman | Stars: Samuel West, Edward Heath, Harold Wilson, Robert Armstrong
Votes: 16
44. A Very Singular Man: A Film Portrait of Edward Heath (1998 TV Movie)
60 min | Documentary
Stars: Michael Cockerell, Edward Heath, Robert Carr, Edward du Cann
Votes: 13
45. The Great Offices of State (2010– )
Documentary
Stars: Michael Cockerell, Margaret Thatcher, Douglas Hurd, Kenneth Clarke
Votes: 12
46. Une grande perte (2002)
104 min | Drama, Crime
A brillant doctor with revelution methods, married to a beautiful young woman and also involved sexually with his gorgeous assistant. One afternoon he receives a correspondence informing ... See full summary »
Director: Rod On Jr. | Stars: Ken Bowman, Rudi Colman, Tamor Darsen, Carmel Edmé
47. Viewpoint '86 (1986)
Documentary
Stars: David Attenborough, Michael Gough, Zia Mohyeddin, Prince Philip
48. Margaret Thatcher: Prime Minister (2013 TV Movie)
90 min | Documentary
Stars: Andrew Marr, Margaret Thatcher, Kenneth Baker, Tony Blair
Votes: 15
49. With Friends Like These (2003– )
60 min | Documentary
Three-part series with political author Michael Cockerell exploring Britain's relationship with its three greatest allies.
Stars: Konrad Adenauer, John Cleese, Heike Makatsch, John Major
50. Elizabeth II: The Longest Reign (2015 TV Movie)
45 min | Documentary, Biography, History
In 4 days' time, HM The Queen will break the record of her great-great-grandmother Victoria, as the longest ever reigning monarch of Great Britain. This is a retrospective of her life of service to the nation.
Directors: Fred Fenoulhet, Oliver Price | Stars: Hermione Norris, Queen Elizabeth II, Ronald Allison, Charles Anson