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1. Robin and Marian (1976)
PG | 106 min | Adventure, Drama, Romance
Robin Hood, aging none too gracefully, returns exhausted from the Crusades to woo and win Maid Marian one last time.
Director: Richard Lester | Stars: Sean Connery, Audrey Hepburn, Robert Shaw, Richard Harris
Votes: 13,983 | Gross: $8.72M
2. The Avengers (1961–1969)
TV-14 | 50 min | Action, Comedy, Crime
A quirky spy show of the adventures of eccentrically suave British Agent John Steed and his predominantly female partners.
Stars: Patrick Macnee, Diana Rigg, Honor Blackman, Linda Thorson
Votes: 8,894
3. The Gathering Storm (2002 TV Movie)
TV-MA | 96 min | Biography, Drama, History
Winston Churchill's wilderness years prior to World War II, when only he could see the threat that Adolf Hitler and a rearmed Germany posed to Europe.
Director: Richard Loncraine | Stars: Albert Finney, Vanessa Redgrave, Jim Broadbent, Linus Roache
Votes: 7,052
4. Porridge (1974–1977)
TV-14 | 30 min | Comedy, Crime
The prison life of Fletcher, a criminal serving a five-year sentence, as he strives to bide his time, keep his record clean, and refuses to be ground down by the prison system.
Stars: Ronnie Barker, Brian Wilde, Fulton Mackay, Richard Beckinsale
Votes: 6,842
5. The Saint (1962–1969)
TV-PG | 50 min | Action, Crime, Drama
Simon "The Saint" Templar, a wealthy adventurer and 20th-century Robin Hood, travels the world in his white Volvo P1800S, solving unsolvable problems and righting wrongs.
Stars: Roger Moore, Ivor Dean, Leslie Crawford, Justine Lord
Votes: 6,221
6. Open All Hours (1976–1985)
30 min | Comedy
Arkwright is a miserly and eccentric shopkeeper with a stammer, who longs to marry his lifelong love Nurse Gladys. He runs a small town grocery store along with his errand boy and nephew, Granville and a particularly dangerous till.
Stars: Ronnie Barker, David Jason, Lynda Baron, Barbara Flynn
Votes: 5,957
7. My House in Umbria (2003 TV Movie)
TV-14 | 103 min | Drama, Mystery, Romance
An unlikely group of people find solace and friendship after being thrown together in the wake of a terrorist attack.
Director: Richard Loncraine | Stars: Maggie Smith, Ronnie Barker, Chris Cooper, Benno Fürmann
Votes: 3,632
8. The Two Ronnies (1971–1987)
Comedy
This long-running BBC comedy show consisted of sketches and humourous musical routines.
Stars: Ronnie Barker, Ronnie Corbett, The Fred Tomlinson Singers, John Owens
Votes: 3,592
9. Doing Time (1979)
93 min | Comedy, Crime
Fletcher is ordered to arrange a prisoner vs celebrity football game, unaware it's a diversion for an escape. Fletcher and cellmate Lennie accidentally discover the plan and must break back into prison to avoid punishment.
Director: Dick Clement | Stars: Ronnie Barker, Richard Beckinsale, Fulton Mackay, Brian Wilde
Votes: 3,393
10. The Dean Martin Show (1965–1974)
TV-PG | Comedy, Music
Dean Martin hosts, with several celebrities as guests. There are musical acts and comedy sketches that break down comedy, racial, and sexual barriers all at the same time.
Stars: Dean Martin, The Dingaling Sisters, Ken Lane, Lou Jacobi
Votes: 1,429
11. Benny Hill (1962–1963)
25 min | Comedy
This timeless modern slapstick-format doesn't really have a plot, but is an irresistible rapid succession of independent short, comical scenes, mostly without any text, often using ... See full summary »
Stars: Benny Hill, Graham Stark, Patricia Hayes, Ronnie Brody
Votes: 1,373
12. Going Straight (1978)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy
Following his release from Slade prison, Fletcher tries to stick to the straight and narrow, but it isn't easy.
Stars: Ronnie Barker, Patricia Brake, Richard Beckinsale, Nicholas Lyndhurst
Votes: 1,297
13. 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
14. Doctor in Distress (1963)
102 min | Comedy
Dr. Simon Sparrow's love life improves dramatically when lovely Delia Mallor is brought into casualty with a sprained ankle. As a model she's relieved at the diagnosis, and she's as ... See full summary »
Director: Ralph Thomas | Stars: Dirk Bogarde, James Robertson Justice, Samantha Eggar, Barbara Murray
Votes: 721
15. Blue Peter (1958– )
25 min | Family
The British children's magazine program, which has been running since the late 1950s, targets children between the ages of 6 and 14.
Stars: John Noakes, Peter Purves, Valerie Singleton, Simon Groom
Votes: 617
16. The Bargee (1964)
Not Rated | 102 min | Comedy
A lock-keeper entrusts his daughter with a canal Casanova, and she soon falls pregnant. He refuses to open his locks until the guilty party confesses.
Director: Duncan Wood | Stars: Harry H. Corbett, Hugh Griffith, Eric Sykes, Ronnie Barker
Votes: 516
17. The Magnificent Seven Deadly Sins (1971)
Not Rated | 107 min | Comedy
This early Seventies British comedy takes us through seven short stories based on the Seven Deadly Sins. This film is a montage of different styles, from Spike Milligan's mainly silent "Sloth", to the leering Harry H Corbett in "Lust".
Director: Graham Stark | Stars: Felicity Devonshire, Bruce Forsyth, Paul Whitsun-Jones, Bernard Bresslaw
Votes: 466
18. Kill or Cure (1962)
TV-PG | 88 min | Comedy, Mystery
An undercover private detective investigates a suspicious death at a shady health clinic.
Director: George Pollock | Stars: Terry-Thomas, Eric Sykes, Dennis Price, Lionel Jeffries
Votes: 378
19.
The Avengers (1961–1969)
Episode:
The Hidden Tiger
(1967)
TV-G | 51 min | Action, Comedy, Crime
What seems to be a man eating tiger on the loose is actually the first step in a plan to take over the whole of England.
Director: Sidney Hayers | Stars: Patrick Macnee, Diana Rigg, Ronnie Barker, Lyndon Brook
Votes: 358
20. Sykes (1972–1979)
30 min | Comedy
Eric Sykes and Hattie Jacques portray twins who live together in East Acton and enjoy a slightly surreal life, bothering their snobbish next-door neighbour Mr. Brown and getting into ... See full summary »
Stars: Eric Sykes, Hattie Jacques, Deryck Guyler, Richard Wattis
Votes: 348
21. Father Came Too! (1964)
91 min | Comedy
A young married couple experience difficulties doing up a cottage, and are hindered by the wife's father.
Director: Peter Graham Scott | Stars: James Robertson Justice, Leslie Phillips, Stanley Baxter, Sally Smith
Votes: 334
22. By the Sea (1982 TV Movie)
51 min | Comedy
A crusty old General leads his dotty family on a relaxing weekend at the seaside, and comic chaos ensues.
Director: Bill Wilson | Stars: Ronnie Barker, Ronnie Corbett, Barbara New, Madge Hindle
Votes: 331
23. 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: 323
24. 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
25. The David Frost Show (1969–1972)
90 min | Talk-Show
American show featuring the popular British talk show host.
Stars: David Frost, Gerri Granger, Tiny Tim, Dana Valery
Votes: 248
26. Armchair Theatre (1956–1974)
60 min | Drama
This show was a British television drama anthology series of single plays that ran on the ITV network from 1956 to 1974. It was originally produced by Associated British Corporation, and from mid-1968 by Thames Television.
Stars: Harry H. Corbett, Paul Whitsun-Jones, Billie Whitelaw, Neil McCallum
Votes: 246
27. The Cracksman (1963)
Not Rated | 112 min | Comedy, Crime
Locksmith duped by burglar to commit crimes, jailed. Fellow inmates befriend him to exploit his skills for prison break. Plot revolves around his naivety being taken advantage of, leading to criminal entanglements.
Director: Peter Graham Scott | Stars: Charlie Drake, George Sanders, Dennis Price, Nyree Dawn Porter
Votes: 232
28. Clarence (1988)
30 min | Comedy
Clarence is a myopic delivery man who retires to the countryside, and goes from one mishap to another due to his short-sightedness
Stars: Ronnie Barker, Josephine Tewson, Phyllida Law, Richard Caldicot
Votes: 221
29. The Nearly Complete and Utter History of Everything (1999 TV Movie)
Comedy, History
Humorous review of British history.
Directors: Dewi Humphreys, Paul Jackson, Matt Lipsey | Stars: Clive Anderson, Matthew Ashforde, Patrick Barlow, Ronnie Barker
Votes: 216
30. Not Only... But Also (1965–1970)
45 min | Comedy
Not Only...But Also, most famously showcased Peter Cook and Dudley Moore in there so-called 'Dagenham dialogues' in which Pete (a nasal know-all who has utter confidence in his surreal and ... See full summary »
Stars: Peter Cook, Dudley Moore, Chris Karan, Peter McGuirk
Votes: 216
31.
Porridge (1974–1977)
Episode:
New Faces, Old Hands
(1974)
TV-14 | 29 min | Comedy, Crime
New Year's Day, and Slade Prison has a new intake of three: old hands Norman Stanley Fletcher and Heslop, along with the young Lennie Godber, experiencing his first time inside.
Director: Sydney Lotterby | Stars: Ronnie Barker, Brian Wilde, Fulton Mackay, Richard Beckinsale
Votes: 214
32. Futtocks End (1970)
49 min | Comedy
In this "silent" sound-effect comedy, Ronnie Barker stars as General Futtock, who has a motley group of guests stay at his country estate for the weekend. Chaos ensues between the butler (... See full summary »
Director: Bob Kellett | Stars: Michael Hordern, Ronnie Barker, Roger Livesey, Julian Orchard
Votes: 207
33.
Porridge (1974–1977)
Episode:
A Night In
(1974)
TV-14 | 29 min | Comedy, Crime
Lennie Godber is moved into Fletcher's cell after a prison riot, in what is said to be a temporary basis. When Godber tells Fletcher that he's struggling with prison life, Fletcher teaches him how to imagine it as a quiet night in.
Director: Sydney Lotterby | Stars: Ronnie Barker, Richard Beckinsale, Paul McDowell, John Cannon
Votes: 198
34.
Porridge (1974–1977)
Episode:
The Hustler
(1974)
TV-14 | 29 min | Comedy, Crime
After his first week inside Slade Prison, Fletcher tries to take advantage of the gambling culture by setting up various bets. But in order to make sure everything goes smoothly, he has to stay a step ahead of the guards and Horrible Ives.
Director: Sydney Lotterby | Stars: Ronnie Barker, Brian Wilde, Fulton Mackay, Richard Beckinsale
Votes: 190
35.
Porridge (1974–1977)
Episode:
A Day Out
(1974)
TV-14 | 29 min | Comedy, Crime
Godber is looking forward to having his first day outside the prison since he was jailed. As it's a day as a work party, digging a trench, then Fletcher is less enthusiastic about the situation.
Director: Sydney Lotterby | Stars: Ronnie Barker, Brian Wilde, Fulton Mackay, Richard Beckinsale
Votes: 184
36.
Porridge (1974–1977)
Episode:
The Desperate Hours
(1976)
TV-14 | 45 min | Comedy, Crime
Fletch and Godber go before the governor for brewing Christmas hooch but the governor has to excuse himself with the runs. His new 'trusty' redband Urwin then pulls a gun, taking ... See full summary »
Director: Sydney Lotterby | Stars: Ronnie Barker, Brian Wilde, Fulton Mackay, Richard Beckinsale
Votes: 182
37.
Porridge (1974–1977)
Episode:
No Way Out
(1975)
TV-PG | 45 min | Comedy, Crime
Christmas Special. Fletcher discovers that his fellow inmates are planning to escape.
Director: Sydney Lotterby | Stars: Ronnie Barker, Brian Wilde, Fulton Mackay, Richard Beckinsale
Votes: 180
38.
Porridge (1974–1977)
Episode:
Happy Release
(1975)
TV-14 | 29 min | Comedy, Crime
Fletch is in the prison hospital, where an unpleasant con called Norris, shortly to be released, has won the possessions of an elderly prisoner, Blanco. Fletch hatches a plan involving a ... See full summary »
Director: Sydney Lotterby | Stars: Ronnie Barker, Brian Wilde, Fulton Mackay, Richard Beckinsale
Votes: 179
39. BBC Play of the Month (1965–1983)
120 min | Drama
Monthly anthology series featuring televised versions of plays.
Stars: Charles Gray, Eric Porter, Jeremy Brett, Lally Bowers
Votes: 178
40. A Home of Your Own (1965)
45 min | Comedy
Wordless comedy about the trials and tribulations which abound when a young couple attempt to build their dream home.
Director: Jay Lewis | Stars: Ronnie Barker, Richard Briers, Peter Butterworth, Bernard Cribbins
Votes: 175
41.
Porridge (1974–1977)
Episode:
Men Without Women
(1974)
TV-14 | 29 min | Comedy, Crime
Fletcher is asked by a fellow prisoner, "Bunny" Warren, to help him read the letters he's receiving from his wife outside. But when Fletcher starts to write Warren's replies for him, many other inmates want Fletcher's literary services.
Director: Sydney Lotterby | Stars: Ronnie Barker, Brian Wilde, Fulton Mackay, Sam Kelly
Votes: 171
42.
Porridge (1974–1977)
Episode:
Ways and Means
(1974)
TV-14 | 28 min | Comedy, Crime
A chart-topping episode that sees Fletcher dejected while spending his sixth week in prison. When a fellow prisoner with a history of violence attracts Fletcher's attention, Fletcher decides to help him for both their sakes.
Director: Sydney Lotterby | Stars: Ronnie Barker, Brian Wilde, Fulton Mackay, Ken Jones
Votes: 167
43.
Porridge (1974–1977)
Episode:
Heartbreak Hotel
(1975)
TV-14 | 30 min | Comedy, Crime
Godber sends a request to a radio music show to play a record for his fiancee Denise, but it is rejected, probably because it is written on prison notepaper. At visiting time Fletch's ... See full summary »
Director: Sydney Lotterby | Stars: Ronnie Barker, Brian Wilde, Fulton Mackay, Richard Beckinsale
Votes: 159
44.
Porridge (1974–1977)
Episode:
Disturbing the Peace
(1975)
TV-14 | 30 min | Comedy, Crime
Mackay is temporarily away on a promotion course, but Fletch's joy is short-lived when he finds that the replacement is 'Napper' Wainwright, an extremely harsh officer who makes Mackay look... See full summary »
Director: Sydney Lotterby | Stars: Ronnie Barker, Brian Wilde, Fulton Mackay, Richard Beckinsale
Votes: 156
45.
The Saint (1962–1969)
Episode:
The Better Mousetrap
(1966)
TV-PG | 49 min | Action, Crime, Drama
Simon combines romance with acute observation when he decides to expose the woman behind a series of audacious jewel thefts in the South of France but by becoming involved, he finds himself arrested and charged as the thief.
Director: Gordon Flemyng | Stars: Roger Moore, Alexandra Stewart, Madge Ryan, Ronnie Barker
Votes: 155
46. The Picnic (1976 TV Movie)
28 min | Comedy
A crusty old English General leads his eccentric family on a family picnic trip, and comic chaos ensues.
Stars: Ronnie Barker, Ronnie Corbett, Julie Crosthwaite, Barbara New
Votes: 152
47.
Porridge (1974–1977)
Episode:
Just Desserts
(1975)
TV-14 | 29 min | Comedy, Crime
Fletch's stolen tin of pineapple chunks has gone missing and the unlikely culprit is Mr. Barraclough, who took them home pending the opportunity to return them to the kitchen, only to ... See full summary »
Director: Sydney Lotterby | Stars: Ronnie Barker, Brian Wilde, Fulton Mackay, Richard Beckinsale
Votes: 152
48.
Porridge (1974–1977)
Episode:
No Peace for the Wicked
(1975)
TV-14 | 29 min | Comedy, Crime
It's Saturday afternoon and Fletch just wants to be left in peace in his cell but there are constant interruptions - Barraclough coming in for a chat, Mackay showing prison visitors around,... See full summary »
Director: Sydney Lotterby | Stars: Ronnie Barker, Brian Wilde, Fulton Mackay, David Jason
Votes: 149
49.
Porridge (1974–1977)
Episode:
The Harder They Fall
(1975)
TV-14 | 30 min | Comedy, Crime
When Godber enters the prison boxing tournament, Fletch is under orders from prison 'Daddy', Harry Grout, a con who is more to be feared than the screws, to get him to throw the fight in ... See full summary »
Director: Sydney Lotterby | Stars: Ronnie Barker, Brian Wilde, Fulton Mackay, Richard Beckinsale
Votes: 147
50.
Porridge (1974–1977)
Episode:
Pardon Me
(1977)
TV-14 | 31 min | Comedy, Crime
Blanco is due to be granted his parole, but when Fletch hears Blanco claim that he was innocent of his wife's murder all along and that her lover killed her, he believes the old man should ... See full summary »
Director: Sydney Lotterby | Stars: Ronnie Barker, Brian Wilde, Fulton Mackay, Richard Beckinsale
Votes: 142