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1. Rogue (2013–2017)
TV-MA | 50 min | Action, Crime, Drama
Grace, an undercover detective, is tormented by the possibility that she might have contributed to her son's mysterious death. While trying to uncover the truth, she gets involved with a dangerous criminal.
Stars: Cole Hauser, Thandiwe Newton, Sergio Di Zio, Sarah Jeffery
Votes: 3,240
2. Highlander (1992–1998)
TV-14 | 60 min | Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Duncan MacLeod is Immortal, and must live in modern society, concealing his true nature while fighting other Immortals.
Stars: Adrian Paul, Stan Kirsch, Jim Byrnes, Peter Wingfield
Votes: 17,804
3. In the Name of the Father (1993)
R | 133 min | Biography, Crime, Drama
An Irish man's coerced confession to an I.R.A. bombing he did not commit results in the imprisonment of his father as well. Meanwhile, a British lawyer fights to clear their names and free them.
Director: Jim Sheridan | Stars: Daniel Day-Lewis, Pete Postlethwaite, Alison Crosbie, Philip King
Votes: 187,043 | Gross: $25.01M
4. Emmerdale Farm (1972– )
TV-PG | 30 min | Adventure, Crime, Drama
A soap opera set in a fictional village in the Yorkshire Dales.
Stars: Christopher Chittell, Lucy Pargeter, Mark Charnock, Dominic Brunt
Votes: 3,525
5. Sliding Doors (1998)
PG-13 | 99 min | Comedy, Drama, Fantasy
After personal and professional setbacks, a woman experiences an alternate reality.
Director: Peter Howitt | Stars: Gwyneth Paltrow, John Hannah, John Lynch, Jeanne Tripplehorn
Votes: 71,479 | Gross: $11.88M
6. Johnny English (2003)
PG | 87 min | Action, Adventure, Comedy
After a sudden attack on MI5, Johnny English, Britain's most confident, yet unintelligent spy, becomes Britain's only spy.
Director: Peter Howitt | Stars: Rowan Atkinson, John Malkovich, Natalie Imbruglia, Tasha de Vasconcelos
Votes: 174,138 | Gross: $28.08M
7. Bread (1986–1991)
30 min | Comedy
The series set in working-class Liverpool. Meet the Boswells: they're penniless, jobless and with little hope of things improving, but life's never stale.
Stars: Jean Boht, Nick Conway, Jonathon Morris, Kenneth Waller
Votes: 1,541
8. Antitrust (2001)
PG-13 | 108 min | Action, Crime, Drama
A computer programmer's dream job at a hot Portland-based firm turns nightmarish when he discovers his boss has a secret and ruthless means of dispatching anti-trust problems.
Director: Peter Howitt | Stars: Ryan Phillippe, Tim Robbins, Rachael Leigh Cook, Claire Forlani
Votes: 30,314 | Gross: $10.97M
9. Laws of Attraction (2004)
PG-13 | 90 min | Comedy, Romance
Amidst a sea of litigation, two New York City divorce lawyers find love.
Director: Peter Howitt | Stars: Pierce Brosnan, Julianne Moore, Parker Posey, Michael Sheen
Votes: 24,589 | Gross: $17.85M
10. Reasonable Doubt (2014)
R | 91 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
A District Attorney has his life turned upside down when he's involved in a hit and run and another man is arrested for his crime and charged with murder.
Director: Peter Howitt | Stars: Dominic Cooper, Samuel L. Jackson, Gloria Reuben, Ryan Robbins
Votes: 20,828
11. Radio Rebel (2012 TV Movie)
TV-G | 85 min | Comedy, Drama, Family
Tara, a painfully shy high-schooler, has a secret: she is also a confident DJ known as Radio Rebel, who lends her voice to others.
Director: Peter Howitt | Stars: Debby Ryan, Sarena Parmar, Adam DiMarco, Atticus Mitchell
Votes: 10,871
12. Scorched Earth (2018)
R | 96 min | Action, Drama, Thriller
A bounty hunter named Attica Gage tracks down criminals in a post-apocalyptic Earth.
Director: Peter Howitt | Stars: Gina Carano, Ryan Robbins, John Hannah, Dean Jagger
Votes: 4,517
13. Defying Gravity (2009)
TV-14 | 60 min | Drama, Sci-Fi
Eight astronauts living aboard an international spacecraft on a mission through the solar system, as the world watches from billions of kilometers away.
Stars: Ron Livingston, Malik Yoba, Andrew Airlie, Paula Garcés
Votes: 10,053
14. Screen One (1985–2002)
120 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama
Anthology of unconnected movies of different genres.
Stars: Mark Chapman, Alfred Molina, Julie Walters, Geraldine James
Votes: 139
15. The Fixer (2015)
44 min | Action, Thriller
After a devastating accident involving a freighter and an oil rig, NAIA Investigator Ellie Molaro is approached by an enigmatic man named Carter, who claims the event was planned, and part of a massive country wide conspiracy.
Stars: Eric Dane, Kathleen Robertson, Andrew Airlie, Kyle Switzer
Votes: 431
16. Some Mother's Son (1996)
R | 112 min | Drama, History
The 1981 hunger strike in an Irish prison, in which I.R.A. prisoner Bobby Sands led a protest against their treatment as criminals rather than as prisoners of war. It focuses on the mothers of two of the strikers, and their struggle.
Director: Terry George | Stars: Helen Mirren, Fionnula Flanagan, Aidan Gillen, David O'Hara
Votes: 2,991 | Gross: $0.61M
17. The Armstrong and Miller Show (2007–2011)
Comedy
British comedy sketch show starring Alexander Armstrong and Ben Miller.
Stars: Alexander Armstrong, Ben Miller, Jim Howick, Katherine Jakeways
Votes: 892
18. 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: 313
19. How We Used to Live (1968–1998)
Family, History
Award-winning British educational drama series tracing the lives and fortunes of various fictional Yorkshire families from Tudor times through to the 1960s. Many of the early seasons were 20-part serialised dramas.
Stars: Redvers Kyle, Diana Davies, James Tomlinson, John Keyworth
Votes: 103
20. Going to California (2001–2002)
TV-14 | 45 min | Comedy, Drama
Kevin, nicknamed Space, and buddy Hank decide to abandon the routine life to drive across the country. Whatever situation they encounter they adapt and their plans are defined by no rules, no map, just go.
Stars: Sam Trammell, Brad William Henke, John Asher, Audrey Marie Anderson
Votes: 170
21. Lola and Freddie
Comedy, Romance | Pre-production
A couple in their 40s getting divorced have grown apart. Lola thrives in her career while Freddie dreams of screenwriting. When he's hired, reconnects with an ex and matures, Freddie aligns with what Lola wanted.
Director: Dean Craig | Stars: Naomie Harris, Jameela Jamil, Joel Fry, Olivia Lee
22. A Question of Sport (1970– )
30 min | Game-Show, Sport
Sporting celebrities are quizzed on their own and others' sports.
Stars: Sue Barker, Matt Dawson, David Coleman, Phil Tufnell
Votes: 1,146
23. Class Act (1994–1995)
60 min | Comedy, Drama
Kate Swift has always know her place in the world. "I was a rich bitch! I was good at it! I liked it!" Imagine her horror when both her husband and all her ill-gotten cash vanish, leaving ... See full summary »
Stars: Joanna Lumley, Nadine Garner, John Bowe, Richard Vernon
Votes: 124
24. Family Fortunes (1980–2023)
30 min | Game-Show
Two families go head to head to answer everyday questions.
Stars: Bob Monkhouse, Gino D'Acampo, Penny Layden, Max Bygraves
Votes: 297
25. Scene (1968–2007)
24 min | Drama, Family
Mixture of fictional and non-fictional thought-provoking short films aimed at students of school and college.
Stars: Nick Ross, Ken Jones, Mark Draper, Paddy Feeny
Votes: 30
26. Civvies (1992)
55 min | Drama
Former soldiers in Britain's elite Parachute Regiment struggle to come to terms with civilian life after leaving the army.
Stars: Jason Isaacs, Elizabeth Rider, Caleb Lloyd, Bobby Coombes
Votes: 202
27. Solo (1981–1982)
30 min | Comedy
Gemma Palmer, a woman who changes her life after discovering her live-in boyfriend has had an affair. Excerpt from Wikipedia
Stars: Felicity Kendal, Elspet Gray, Stephen Moore, Michael Howe
Votes: 123
28. 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
29. Dangerous Parking (2007)
110 min | Drama
Noah Arkwright, a successful, hard living and indulgent independent British film director, finally decides to try and defeat the many addictions that are destroying him, his career and the ... See full summary »
Director: Peter Howitt | Stars: Peter Howitt, Saffron Burrows, Sean Pertwee, Rachael Stirling
Votes: 701
30. 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
31. 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
32. Coasting (1990–1991)
60 min | Drama
The dodgy business deals of an older brother finally catch up with him, forcing him and his blameless younger brother to seek refuge in the family theme park business in Blackpool. The ... See full summary »
Stars: Peter Howitt, James Purefoy, Sandy Hendrickse, Barrie Rutter
Votes: 26
33. The Wright Stuff (2000–2018)
50 min | News, Talk-Show
Topical discussions, a daily newspaper review and a weekly television review on Fridays.
Stars: Matthew Wright, Eric Johnson, Kirsty Duffy, Anne Diamond
Votes: 337
34. 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
35. Going Live! (1987–1993)
192 min | Comedy, Family, Game-Show
Children's Saturday morning magazine/variety show featuring cartoons, sketches, games, music videos, special guests and features.
Stars: Sarah Greene, Phillip Schofield, Peter Simon, Trevor Neal
Votes: 155
36. Tears Before Bedtime (1995)
50 min | Drama
A story of a middle-class professional couples who employ full-time live-in nannies to look after their children. The nannies meet up as a collective group, and often discuss their ... See full summary »
Stars: Samantha Bond, Adrian Rawlins, Emily Ruck-Keene, Julius Grower
Votes: 17
37. Ball-Trap on the Cote Sauvage (1989 TV Movie)
85 min | Comedy, Drama
Joe and Sarah Marriot is a pair of European campers who have pitched their tent for a little R & R at a campsite in France. The other families that have come to the site on holiday provide ... See full summary »
Director: Jack Gold | Stars: Jack Shepherd, Zoë Wanamaker, Katerina Hadjimatheou, Jamie Groves
Votes: 104
38. The Magician (1995 TV Movie)
105 min | Crime, Drama, History
Scotland Yard is confronted with increasing IRA terror and lots of counterfeit money.
Director: Terry Winsor | Stars: Jay Acovone, Clive Owen, Jeremy Kemp, Peter Howitt
Votes: 113
39. Killing Me Softly (1995 TV Movie)
Crime, Drama, Thriller
Sara Thornton was sentenced to life imprisonment after being convicted of the 1989 murder of her violent and alcoholic husband. Thornton never denied the killing, but claimed it had been an accident during an argument.
Director: Stephen Whittaker | Stars: Maggie O'Neill, Peter Howitt, Julian Kerridge, Annabelle Apsion
Votes: 46
40. Constant Hot Water (1986)
30 min | Comedy
Rival landladies, Phyllis Nugent and Miranda Thorpe, in the seaside town of Bridlington.
Stars: Patricia Phoenix, Prunella Gee, Steve Alder, Roger Kemp
Votes: 8
41. Aspel & Company (1984–1993)
60 min | Talk-Show
Middle-of-the-road celebrity chat show hosted by smooth presenter Michael Aspel.
Stars: Michael Aspel, Mel Smith, Nigel Havers, Oliver Reed
Votes: 161
42. Comic Relief (1988 TV Special)
450 min | Comedy
The first night of Comic Relief on Red Nose day 1988 hosted by Lenny 'Nice Suit' Henry and Griff 'Stupid Hat' Rhys Jones. Participants managed to raise over 15 million pounds for charity projects in Britain and Africa.
Stars: Lenny Henry, Griff Rhys Jones, Russ Abbot, Mark Arden
Votes: 52
43. On the Waterfront (1988–1989)
80 min | Comedy, Family
Saturday Morning children's variety show featuring stand up comedy, sketches, musical guests, cartoons, games and serials, including a re-dubbed 'Flashing Blade'.
Stars: Andrew O'Connor, Kate Copstick, Terry Randall, Bernie Nolan
Votes: 19
44. Frontiers (1996– )
Crime
Drama about the rivalry between two police superintendents, one traditional and methodical, the other unorthodox and intuitive.
Stars: Kevin McNally, Peter Howitt, Simon Kunz, Clare Holman
Votes: 10
45. ITV Telethon (1988– )
Stars: Michael Aspel, Thelma Barlow, Elizabeth Dawn, Sally Ann Matthews
Votes: 29
46. Jury (1983)
60 min | Drama, Crime
Twelve members of the public are picked as jurors in a rape trial. Each juror's personal life is gifted an episode as the court case plays out each week.
Stars: Richard Piper, Charles Shaughnessy, David Simeon, Angela Morant
47. Sharon and Elsie (1984–1985)
30 min | Comedy, Drama
Elsie, a middle-aged office admin in a printing firm, has her orderly world disrupted when Sharon, a young working-class girl, joins as the new secretary. Overcoming snobbishness, Elsie befriends Sharon, learning to appreciate her.
Stars: Brigit Forsyth, Janette Beverley, John F. Landry, Maggie Jones
Votes: 12
48. Antitrust: Cracking the Code (2001 Video)
23 min | Documentary, Short
A computer programmer lands a dream job at NURV however as the story unfolds the terrible hidden truth of NURV's tactics of getting computing code one way or an other
Stars: David Nicksay, Ryan Phillippe, Peter Howitt, Tim Robbins
Votes: 152
49. Insiders (1996– )
Six-part drama series by Lucy Gannon about life in an open prison on the Suffolk coast.
Stars: Julia Ford, Robert Cavanah, Adrian Rawlins, Idris Elba
50. Comedy Connections (2003–2008)
40 min | Documentary
Series looking at the history of favourite comedy shows.
Stars: Doon Mackichan, Julia Sawalha, John Howard Davies, Gareth Gwenlan
Votes: 88