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1. Poirot (1989–2013)
TV-14 | 100 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Hercule Poirot, a famous Belgian detective, who has an impeccable knack for getting embroiled in a mystery, solves crimes along with Captain Hastings and Scotland Yard Chief Inspector James Japp.
Stars: David Suchet, Hugh Fraser, Philip Jackson, Pauline Moran
Votes: 52,051
2. A Touch of Frost (1992–2010)
TV-MA | 105 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
DI Jack Frost is an unconventional policeman with sympathy for the underdog and an instinct for moral justice. Sloppy, disorganized, and disrespectful, he attracts trouble like a magnet.
Stars: David Jason, Bruce Alexander, John Lyons, Arthur White
Votes: 8,740
3. The Bill (1984–2010)
TV-14 | Crime, Drama
Police drama series following officers and detectives from Sun Hill Police Station in East London.
Stars: Graham Cole, Jeff Stewart, Trudie Goodwin, Simon Rouse
Votes: 4,099
4. Dalziel and Pascoe (1996–2007)
TV-14 | 120 min | Crime, Mystery, Drama
Superintendent Dalziel and partner DI Pascoe investigate murder, and find a bond forming between them despite their blatantly different personalities.
Stars: Warren Clarke, Colin Buchanan, David Royle, Jennifer James
Votes: 3,305
5. The Wrong Arm of the Law (1963)
Unrated | 94 min | Comedy, Crime
In London, Australian gangsters disguised as Bobbies rob the local criminals, making the panicked British mobsters seek an alliance with Scotland Yard in order to eliminate the foreign competition and return things to "normal".
Director: Cliff Owen | Stars: Peter Sellers, Lionel Jeffries, Bernard Cribbins, Davy Kaye
Votes: 2,318
6.
Poirot (1989–2013)
Episode:
The Mysterious Affair at Styles
(1990)
TV-14 | 103 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Hastings renews his friendship with Poirot and involves him in the mysterious poisoning of the mistress of a manor house married to a man twenty years her junior.
Director: Ross Devenish | Stars: David Suchet, Hugh Fraser, Philip Jackson, Beatie Edney
Votes: 2,311
7.
Poirot (1989–2013)
Episode:
One, Two, Buckle My Shoe
(1992)
TV-14 | 103 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
After Poirot pays a routine visit to his dentist, the doctor apparently shoots himself to death a short time later. Chief Inspector Japp appropriately recruits the detective as both witness and consultant.
Director: Ross Devenish | Stars: David Suchet, Philip Jackson, Joanna Phillips-Lane, Peter Blythe
Votes: 1,849
8. Great Performances (1971– )
TV-G | 180 min | Music, Musical
Filmed and televised versions of theater productions, such as plays, musicals, operas, ballets, and concerts from around the world.
Stars: Scott Yoo, Julie Andrews, Renée Fleming, Plácido Domingo
Votes: 896
9. Between the Lines (1992–1994)
50 min | Crime, Drama
British police drama following the team at the Complaints Investigation Bureau - the unit that polices the police.
Stars: Neil Pearson, Tom Georgeson, Siobhan Redmond, Tony Doyle
Votes: 632
10. Masterpiece Theatre: Bleak House (1985)
391 min | Drama, Crime
The great case of Jarndyce and Jarndyce drags on, an obsession to all involved. Then a question of inheritance becomes a question of murder.
Stars: Denholm Elliott, Suzanne Burden, Jonathan Moore, Diana Rigg
Votes: 413
11.
A Touch of Frost (1992–2010)
Episode:
Paying the Price
(1996)
TV-14 | 120 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
A ruthless kidnapper tests Frost's skills to the full - it proves a tough case to crack and, for one woman, time is running out.
Director: Ross Devenish | Stars: David Jason, Bruce Alexander, John Lyons, Marc Warren
Votes: 352
12. A Certain Justice (1998)
54 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Dalgliesh and his team investigate the murder of a top flight lawyer with an abrasive reputation and turbulent private life.
Stars: Roy Marsden, Ricci Harnett, Britta Smith, Philip Stone
Votes: 296
13.
Dalziel and Pascoe (1996–2007)
Episode:
A Clubbable Woman
(1996)
TV-14 | 90 min | Crime, Mystery, Drama
Two unorthodox police officers are called to investigate dodgy dealings at Wetherton rugby club after the body of their star player's wife is found dead at home.
Director: Ross Devenish | Stars: Colin Buchanan, Warren Clarke, Mark Lambert, Steve Speirs
Votes: 245
14. Screen Two (1985–1998)
TV-14 | 120 min | Drama
In 1984 Kenith Trodd joined BBC team responding to Channel 4 releases, leading to transition from BBC studio plays to Screen One/Two anthology series. Trodd oversaw first group of titles in these series in 1985.
Stars: Jude North, Roger Brierley, Geoffrey Chater, Norman Jones
Votes: 244
15. Contest Girl (1964)
82 min | Comedy, Drama
On a seaside holiday, pretty Bristol typist Shirley meets Dan Mackenzie from her local paper. He persuades her that she has what it takes in the world of beauty contests, and so it proves. ... See full summary »
Director: Val Guest | Stars: Ian Hendry, Janette Scott, Ronald Fraser, Edmund Purdom
Votes: 239
16. Goal! The World Cup (1966)
107 min | Documentary, Sport
The official FIFA documentary about the 1966 Soccer World Cup
Directors: Ross Devenish, Abidin Dino | Stars: Tofik Bakhramov, Alan Ball, Gordon Banks, Franz Beckenbauer
Votes: 178
17. The Happy Valley (1986 TV Movie)
PG-13 | 90 min | Adventure, Drama
In 1940 Kenya as their country prepares for war, the local aristocratic social set lives a decadent, self-indulgent lifestyle that leads to murder.
Director: Ross Devenish | Stars: Denholm Elliott, Holly Aird, Kathryn Pogson, Michael Byrne
Votes: 171
18.
Dalziel and Pascoe (1996–2007)
Episode:
Exit Lines
(1997)
TV-14 | 95 min | Crime, Mystery, Drama
Peter is called out to investigate the murder of elderly Robert Deeks, an old soldier whose medals were also stolen. On the same night, Andy is accused of drunk driving, resulting in the ... See full summary »
Director: Ross Devenish | Stars: Emma Cunniffe, Warren Clarke, David Yelland, Dave Hill
Votes: 140
19.
Dalziel and Pascoe (1996–2007)
Episode:
Secrets of the Dead
(2001)
TV-14 | 88 min | Crime, Mystery, Drama
With DI Peter Pascoe away visiting his daughter and ex-wife in Florida, Det. Supt. Andy Dalziel investigates the murder of local solicitor David Brewer. At the request of an old friend, Sgt... See full summary »
Director: Ross Devenish | Stars: Warren Clarke, Colin Buchanan, David Royle, Jo-Anne Stockham
Votes: 114
20. Screenplay (1986–1993)
Drama
An anthology drama series.
Stars: John Kavanagh, Tony Doyle, Michael Liebmann, Benjamin Whitrow
Votes: 94
21. Calling the Shots (1993– )
80 min | Thriller
A TV news investigative reporter (Lynn Redgrave) is assigned a fluff piece about the dangers of over exercising but instead unearths a far darker story; once this has gone to air she finds herself subject to a campaign of harassment.
Stars: Lynn Redgrave, Cyril Nri, Jack Shepherd, Stephen Oxley
Votes: 78
22.
Great Performances (1971– )
Episode:
Keeping Company With Sondheim
(2022)
TV-G | 66 min | Music, Musical
Filmed over two years, this new documentary takes an exclusive inside look at Tony-winning director Marianne Elliott's creative process of bringing a reimagined gender-swapped production of... See full summary »
Directors: Ross Devenish, Andrew Douglas | Stars: Stephen Sondheim, Barbara Barrie, Michael Bennett, Solomzi Bisholo
Votes: 48
23.
Screen Two (1985–1998)
Episode:
Death of a Son
(1989)
TV-14 | Drama
In September 1982, Pauline and Ray Williams were woken with the news that their 19-year-old son John had been found dead. They discovered he had been experimenting with drugs but the ... See full summary »
Director: Ross Devenish | Stars: Lynn Redgrave, Malcolm Storry, Jay Simpson, Mark Anstee
Votes: 46
24. Film Night (1970–1976)
Family
Stars: Philip Jenkinson, Tony Bilbow, Sheridan Morley, Frankie Howerd
Votes: 40
25.
The Bill (1984–2010)
Episode:
Do Unto Others
(1997)
TV-14 | 25 min | Crime, Drama
PC Loxton and WPC Keane try to sift the truth from three conflicting stories when a severe case of bullying results in a fifteen year-old boy being stabbed.
Director: Ross Devenish | Stars: Peter Alexander, Tessa Bell-Briggs, Tom Butcher, Jon Cartwright
Votes: 37
26. 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
27.
The Bill (1984–2010)
Episode:
Mid-Life Crisis
(1997)
TV-14 | 25 min | Crime, Drama
DS Daly and DC Skase discover that a jeweller is fencing stolen goods.
Director: Ross Devenish | Stars: Ray Ashcroft, Iain Fletcher, Tom Butcher, Andrea Mason
Votes: 29
28.
A Certain Justice (1998)
Episode:
Episode #1.1
(1998)
Crime, Drama, Mystery
Hubert St. John Langton is stepping down as Head of Chambers, Venetia Aldridge QC is looking to replace him on her way to becoming a judge. Unfortunately for Venetia, she has just ten days to live and many enemies.
Director: Ross Devenish | Stars: Philip Stone, Nicola Mycroft, Penny Downie, Ricci Harnett
Votes: 23
29. 4 Play (1989–1991)
Drama
Stars: Anton Rodgers, Kenny Ireland, Claire Hackett, Ian McElhinney
Votes: 20
30. In Darkest Hollywood: Cinema and Apartheid (1993)
112 min | Documentary
This award-winning film examines the role of cinema in both supporting and attacking apartheid. Includes newsreel footage of violence in South Africa and interviews with writers, directors, and actors.
Directors: Peter Davis, Daniel Riesenfeld | Stars: Richard Attenborough, Bono, André P. Brink, Ross Devenish
Votes: 19
31.
Masterpiece Theatre: Bleak House (1985)
Episode:
Episode #1.1
(1985)
Drama, Crime
Upon the order of the High Court of Chancery, Esther Summerson, together with Ada Clare and Richard Carstone, wards in the Jarndyce case, travel to meet their guardian, John Jarndyce, at Bleak House.
Director: Ross Devenish | Stars: Diana Rigg, Denholm Elliott, Rebecca Sebborn, Fiona Walker
Votes: 18
32. True Tilda (1997– )
30 min | Adventure, Drama, Family
It's a period tale of a circus girl (Tilda) who helps an orphan boy escape the clutches of the evil Rev Glasson, leading to an incredible canal boat adventure.
Stars: Amanda Elwes, Julie T. Wallace, Mark Chapman, Christopher Fairbank
Votes: 14
33.
Masterpiece Theatre: Bleak House (1985)
Episode:
Episode #1.2
(1985)
Drama, Crime
Tulkinghorn inquires into the death of Nemo, whose handwriting was recognized by Lady Dedlock. Later, Gumpy expresses his feelings for Esther, to her discomfort. Finally, the wheels of justice at the Chancery are displayed.
Director: Ross Devenish | Stars: Diana Rigg, Denholm Elliott, Donald Sumpter, Christopher Whitehouse
Votes: 14
34. The Guest: An Episode in the Life of Eugène Marais (1977)
103 min | Biography, Drama
Eugène Marais is Afrikaner intellectual, naturalist, poet, author, rebel and morphine addict who publicly attacked the repressive Transvaal Government. On a remote farm, trying to overcome ... See full summary »
Director: Ross Devenish | Stars: Athol Fugard, Marius Weyers, Gordon Vorster, Wilma Stockenström
Votes: 13
35. A Chip of Glass Ruby (1982)
56 min | Drama
In South Africa under apartheid, a husband struggles to understand his wife's desire to be politically active.
Director: Ross Devenish | Stars: Muthal Naidoo, Kessie Govender, Shayeda Shaik, Chris Pillay
Votes: 13
36.
Masterpiece Theatre: Bleak House (1985)
Episode:
Episode #1.3
(1985)
Drama, Crime
Esther meets Dr. Woodcourt, who plans to be a ship surgeon. Lady Dedlock visits Jo concerning Nemo and later meets the Jarndyce wards. Charley is hired by Jarndyce, who later learns of the plans of Ada and Richard.
Director: Ross Devenish | Stars: Diana Rigg, Denholm Elliott, Bernard Hepton, Sylvia Coleridge
Votes: 13
37.
Masterpiece Theatre: Bleak House (1985)
Episode:
Episode #1.4
(1985)
Drama, Crime
Jarndyce tells Esther about an old letter of her aunt. Smallweed then visits Sgt. George and seeks a handwriting sample letter for Tulkinghorn. Finally, Guppy reveals to Lady Dedlock that he may acquire some old Hawdon letters.
Director: Ross Devenish | Stars: Diana Rigg, Denholm Elliott, Philip Franks, Suzanne Burden
Votes: 13
38. Boesman and Lena (1973)
102 min | Drama
Director: Ross Devenish | Stars: Athol Fugard, Yvonne Bryceland, Sandy Tube, Val Donald-Bell
Votes: 12
39.
Masterpiece Theatre: Bleak House (1985)
Episode:
Episode #1.5
(1985)
Drama, Crime
Upon the death of Krook, Smallweed examines the personal effects, including letters reviewed by Tulkinghorn. Later, Esther becomes seriously ill with the pox. Finally, Tulkinghorn has a frank conversation with Lady Dedlock.
Director: Ross Devenish | Stars: Diana Rigg, Denholm Elliott, Peter Vaughan, Ian Hogg
Votes: 12
40. The English Programme (1976–2003)
Not Rated | Drama
Long-running series for schools and colleges produced by Thames Television, and in its final years by independent companies - although documentaries and dramas produced by other ITV ... See full summary »
Stars: Charlie Stafford, Stephen Warbeck, Christopher Neame, Ann Hasson
Votes: 11
41.
Between the Lines (1992–1994)
Episode:
Unknown Soldier
(1994)
Crime, Drama
When a defense industry worker commits suicide Clark is hired to investigate. The case could prove deadly for all when it seems he may have been silenced deliberately.
Director: Ross Devenish | Stars: Neil Pearson, Tom Georgeson, Siobhan Redmond, Tony Doyle
Votes: 11
42.
Masterpiece Theatre: Bleak House (1985)
Episode:
Episode #1.6
(1985)
Drama, Crime
After Esther recovers from her illness, Jarndyce proposes marriage to her. Later, Lady Dedlock confesses to Esther and asks for forgiveness. Young Jo expires, and Tulkinghorn is surprised and shot in his study.
Director: Ross Devenish | Stars: Diana Rigg, Denholm Elliott, Samantha Holland, Suzanne Burden
Votes: 11
43.
Masterpiece Theatre: Bleak House (1985)
Episode:
Episode #1.7
(1985)
Drama, Crime
Inspector Bucket jails George for murder and tells Sir Leicester everything he has learned. Lady Dedlock denies to her husband that she is a murderess. Bucket solves the case but now searches with Esther for Lady Dedlock.
Director: Ross Devenish | Stars: Diana Rigg, Denholm Elliott, Dave King, Jonathan Moore
Votes: 11
44.
Masterpiece Theatre: Bleak House (1985)
Episode:
Episode #1.8
(1985)
Drama, Crime
Now married to Ada, Richard is sick with despair but excited by good news. A new found will enables the Chancery to conclude the case. Guppy proposes again, and Woodcourt does so also. Still engaged, Esther is to marry for love.
Director: Ross Devenish | Stars: Denholm Elliott, Philip Franks, Graham Crowden, James Snell
Votes: 11
45. Marigolds in August (1980)
87 min | Drama
This story from a renowned South African playwright critiques the apartheid policy and the racial segregation in that country.
Director: Ross Devenish | Stars: Winston Ntshona, John Kani, Athol Fugard, Nomonde Mhlobiso
Votes: 7
46.
Between the Lines (1992–1994)
Episode:
Free Trade
(1994)
Crime, Drama
There's a drug related shooting and once again Clark and his team are hired to pick up the pieces. Meanwhile Connell has been made an offer she can't refuse but the secrecy and paranoia may cost her relationship with her girlfriend Kate.
Director: Ross Devenish | Stars: Neil Pearson, Tom Georgeson, Siobhan Redmond, Tony Doyle
Votes: 7
48. Celluloid Village of Dreams (1970 TV Movie)
60 min | Documentary
Director: Ross Devenish | Stars: John Boulting, Nat Cohen, Bob Godfrey, Richard Hurndall
49. Documentary 451 (1966)
Documentary, Short
Director: Ross Devenish | Stars: Julie Christie, Cyril Cusack, Alec Mango, François Truffaut