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1. The Invention of Lying (2009)
PG-13 | 100 min | Comedy, Fantasy, Romance
A comedy set in a world where no one has ever lied, until a writer seizes the opportunity for personal gain.
Directors: Ricky Gervais, Matthew Robinson | Stars: Ricky Gervais, Jennifer Garner, Jonah Hill, Louis C.K.
Votes: 149,048 | Gross: $18.44M
2. Extras (2005–2007)
TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy, Drama
Andy Millman is an actor with ambition and a script. Reduced to working as an extra with a useless agent, Andy's attempts to boost his career invariably end in failure and embarrassment.
Stars: Ricky Gervais, Ashley Jensen, Stephen Merchant, Shaun Williamson
Votes: 60,430
3. Life's Too Short (2011–2013)
TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy
The show centers on Warwick Davis in his day-to-day life, complete with the frustrations he faces.
Stars: Warwick Davis, Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant, Rosamund Hanson
Votes: 16,485
4. Inspector Morse (1987–2000)
TV-14 | 3,431 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Chief Inspector Morse has an ear for Western classical music, a taste for beer, and a nose for crime. He and Detective Sergeant Robert Lewis solve intriguing cases in and around the Oxford area.
Stars: John Thaw, Kevin Whately, James Grout, Peter Woodthorpe
Votes: 14,389
5. The Graham Norton Show (2007– )
TV-14 | 60 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Irish comedian Graham Norton hosts his very own chat show, which includes chatting to A-list celebrities, the very famous Red Chair game, live music, lots of jokes and fun from Graham and the celebrities themselves.
Stars: Graham Norton, Ricky Gervais, Judi Dench, Jack Whitehall
Votes: 13,207
6. Houdini (2014)
TV-14 | 76 min | Biography, Drama
Follow the man behind the magic as he finds fame, engages in espionage, battles spiritualists and encounters the greatest names of the era, from U.S. presidents to Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and Grigori Rasputin.
Stars: Adrien Brody, Kristen Connolly, Evan Jones, Tim Pigott-Smith
Votes: 12,354
7. Would I Lie to You? (2007– )
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Game-Show
Two teams, lead by their team leader (either Lee Mack or David Mitchell), have to try and make the other team believe their crazy stories.
Stars: David Mitchell, Lee Mack, Rob Brydon, Paul Ridley
Votes: 9,700
8. EastEnders (1985– )
TV-PG | 30 min | Crime, Drama, Romance
The everyday lives of working-class inhabitants of Albert Square, a traditional Victorian square of terrace houses surrounding a park in the East End of London's Walford borough. The square includes the Queen Vic pub and a street market.
Stars: Adam Woodyatt, Steve McFadden, Letitia Dean, June Brown
Votes: 9,240
9. Plebs (2013–2019)
TV-14 | 25 min | Comedy, History
"Plebs" follows three desperate young men from the suburbs as they try to get laid, hold down jobs, and climb the social ladder in the big city--that happens to be Ancient Rome.
Stars: Tom Rosenthal, Ryan Sampson, Tom Basden, Karl Theobald
Votes: 9,078
10. New Tricks (2003–2015)
TV-14 | 60 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama
Three retired police officers are drafted in to solve cold cases, with a touch of comedy and drama
Stars: Dennis Waterman, Amanda Redman, Alun Armstrong, James Bolam
Votes: 8,795
11. Never Mind the Buzzcocks (1996–2023)
30 min | Comedy, Game-Show, Music
Music-based comedy quiz show.
Stars: Phill Jupitus, Mark Lamarr, Noel Fielding, Bill Bailey
Votes: 6,064
12. 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: 4,116
13. Casualty (1986– )
TV-PG | 50 min | Drama
The everyday lives of the people frequenting the frenetic Accident and Emergency department of Holby City Hospital.
Stars: Derek Thompson, Tony Marshall, Suzanne Packer, Ian Bleasdale
Votes: 3,697
14. Pointless (2009– )
TV-PG | 45 min | Game-Show
A game show where contestants aim to score the fewest points possible by guessing the least popular answers given by people in polls on various subjects.
Stars: Alexander Armstrong, Richard Osman, Stephen Mangan, Konnie Huq
Votes: 2,994
15.
Extras (2005–2007)
Episode:
The Extra Special Series Finale
(2007)
TV-14 | 84 min | Comedy, Drama
Andy is unhappy with the fame he has achieved. When a new agent approaches him, Andy fires Darren and quits 'When The Whistle Blows'. Meanwhile, Maggie has hit rock bottom, having given up ... See full summary »
Directors: Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant | Stars: Ricky Gervais, Ashley Jensen, Stephen Merchant, Shaun Williamson
Votes: 2,682
16. Holby City (1999–2022)
TV-PG | 60 min | Drama
The everyday lives, professional and personal, of the doctors, nurses and patients who find themselves, for various reasons, in the wards of the frenetic cardiac unit of Holby City General Hospital.
Stars: Hugh Quarshie, Rosie Marcel, Jaye Jacobs, Bob Barrett
Votes: 2,646
17. Celebrity Juice (2008–2022)
45 min | Comedy, Game-Show
A comedy TV show starring the fictional character Keith Lemon.
Stars: Leigh Francis, Holly Willoughby, Fearne Cotton, Gino D'Acampo
Votes: 2,290
18. The Big Breakfast (1992–2002)
120 min | Comedy, Game-Show, News
The UK's breakfast TV show on Channel 4. A very lighthearted mix of interviews, news, quizzes and features.
Stars: Jody Bunting, Denise Van Outen, Johnny Vaughan, Richard Orford
Votes: 2,088
19. Waiting for God (1990–1994)
TV-14 | 30 min | Comedy
An unusual alliance develops between Diana Trent, a cynical retired photojournalist and Tom Ballard, a former accountant, while staying at the Bayview Retirement Home.
Stars: Graham Crowden, Stephanie Cole, Daniel Hill, Janine Duvitski
Votes: 2,009
20. Daylight Robbery (2008)
99 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
Alex masterminds an ambitious plan to steal millions of untraceable cash that is stacked in the underground vaults of The London Exchange Bank, waiting for its last journey, Incineration. ... See full summary »
Director: Paris Leonti | Stars: Xavier Anderson, Brodie Bass, Geoff Bell, Vas Blackwood
Votes: 1,989
21. The Weakest Link (2000–2017)
45 min | Game-Show
British general knowledge quiz show which spawned imitations around the world, notably in the USA.
Stars: Anne Robinson, Jon Briggs, Adam Woodyatt, Neil Hamilton
Votes: 1,831
22. Doctors (2000–2024)
30 min | Drama
The daily lives of staff at a Birmingham medical practice, including their often-dramatic involvements with their patients.
Stars: Adrian Lewis Morgan, Jan Pearson, Matthew Chambers, Diane Keen
Votes: 1,704
23. Loose Women (1999– )
60 min | Talk-Show
Lively daytime TV show, in which four "loose women" chat about news, issues and life in general.
Stars: Coleen Nolan, Andrea McLean, Carol McGiffin, Kaye Adams
Votes: 1,392
24. Celebrity Big Brother (2001– )
50 min | Reality-TV
A version of the hit show Big Brother, in which a group of celebrities spend time in the famous house.
Stars: Marcus Bentley, Emma Willis, Calum Best, Coleen Nolan
Votes: 1,277
25.
Extras (2005–2007)
Episode:
Daniel Radcliffe
(2006)
TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy, Drama
First comes the success, then the backlash and the British press aren't about to change the rules. Andy has incurred their wrath and needs an experienced P.R. guru to help him. On the set ... See full summary »
Directors: Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant | Stars: Ricky Gervais, Ashley Jensen, Stephen Merchant, Shaun Williamson
Votes: 1,277
26.
Extras (2005–2007)
Episode:
Ross Kemp & Vinnie Jones
(2005)
TV-14 | 30 min | Comedy, Drama
Again Andy and Maggie are both extras on the same production, this time it's a period drama starring "hard-man" British actor Ross Kemp, who likes to play up to his tough persona. Another ... See full summary »
Directors: Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant | Stars: Ricky Gervais, Ashley Jensen, Stephen Merchant, Shaun Pye
Votes: 1,224
27.
Extras (2005–2007)
Episode:
Patrick Stewart
(2005)
TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy, Drama
As Andy's useless agent still hasn't managed to get him any work, he takes it upon himself to get his sitcom script read by somebody. He manages to get it to Patrick Stewart, who passes it ... See full summary »
Directors: Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant | Stars: Ricky Gervais, Ashley Jensen, Stephen Merchant, Shaun Pye
Votes: 1,173
28.
Extras (2005–2007)
Episode:
Orlando Bloom
(2006)
TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy, Drama
Andy finally gets the chance to make his sitcom, but things aren't going his way. Meanwhile Maggie is an extra on an Orlando Bloom film.
Directors: Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant | Stars: Ricky Gervais, Ashley Jensen, Stephen Merchant, Shaun Williamson
Votes: 1,158
29.
Extras (2005–2007)
Episode:
Les Dennis
(2005)
TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy, Drama
Andy gets a role in a pantomime, starring opposite British TV presenter Les Dennis. As Dennis begins to approach a breakdown, Maggie gets to know the pantomime director's daughter, who ... See full summary »
Directors: Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant | Stars: Ricky Gervais, Ashley Jensen, Stephen Merchant, Gerard Kelly
Votes: 1,144
30.
Extras (2005–2007)
Episode:
David Bowie
(2006)
TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy, Drama
The first episode of Andy's sitcom, "When the Whistle Blows" is getting harsh reviews but draws respectable viewing numbers. Andy begins to get recognized on the street and in pubs.
Directors: Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant | Stars: Ricky Gervais, Ashley Jensen, Stephen Merchant, Shaun Williamson
Votes: 1,123
31.
Extras (2005–2007)
Episode:
Sir Ian McKellen
(2006)
TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy, Drama
Andy's school mate Steve Sherwood visits him on set and inspires Darren to ask Maggie out on a date. Wanting to be recognized more for his acting abilities, Andy auditions for a new play directed by Sir Ian McKellen.
Directors: Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant | Stars: Ricky Gervais, Ashley Jensen, Stephen Merchant, Shaun Williamson
Votes: 1,081
32. Red Rock (2015–2020)
TV-PG | 22 min | Crime, Drama
A crime drama based around a busy Dublin Garda station.
Stars: Patrick Ryan, Andrea Irvine, David Crowley, Adam Weafer
Votes: 1,039
33. Soccer AM (1992–2023)
180 min | Comedy, Sport, Talk-Show
Cult soccer show airing every Saturday morning during the English football season featuring celebrity guests, football challenges and recurring sketches from the cast and crew.
Stars: Helen Chamberlain, Tim Lovejoy, John Fendley, Jimmy Bullard
Votes: 1,024
34.
Extras (2005–2007)
Episode:
Jonathan Ross
(2006)
TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy, Drama
Andy becomes fast friends with Jonathan Ross after making his first chat show appearance. The mother of an ill fan forces him to come and visit her boy at the hospital, so Andy takes Maggie... See full summary »
Directors: Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant | Stars: Ricky Gervais, Ashley Jensen, Stephen Merchant, Shaun Williamson
Votes: 992
35. The Basil Brush Show (2002–2007)
TV-Y | 25 min | Comedy, Family
Well loved fox Basil Brush returns in a modern day kids sit-com.
Stars: Michael Winsor, Michael Hayes, Ajay Chhabra, Georgina Leonidas
Votes: 980
36.
Extras (2005–2007)
Episode:
Chris Martin
(2006)
TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy, Drama
Andy encounters Coldplay's Chris Martin while recording an ad for charity and reluctantly agrees to have him do a cameo on 'When the Whistle Blows'. When his show is nominated for a Bafta ... See full summary »
Directors: Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant | Stars: Ricky Gervais, Ashley Jensen, Stephen Merchant, Shaun Williamson
Votes: 974
37. London's Burning (1988–2002)
50 min | Drama
The lives of firefighters at Blackwall Fire Station.
Stars: Glen Murphy, Richard Walsh, Ben Onwukwe, Shirley Greenwood
Votes: 948
38. Richard Osman's House of Games (2017– )
29 min | Game-Show
Richard Osman hosts the game show in which he sets a panel of four celebrity contestants a series of games and puzzles to test their general knowledge.
Stars: Richard Osman, Hugh Dennis, Ivo Graham, Scarlett Moffatt
Votes: 926
39. Pointless Celebrities (2010– )
Game-Show
Celebrities try to find the most obscure answers to win money for their chosen charities.
Stars: Alexander Armstrong, Richard Osman, Antony Costa, Jayne Torvill
Votes: 904
40. This Morning (1988– )
150 min | Comedy, Drama, Game-Show
Magazine show featuring lifestyle, cookery, fashion and news segments, along with celebrity interviews and gossip.
Stars: Phillip Schofield, Holly Willoughby, Ruth Langsford, Eamonn Holmes
Votes: 896
41.
Inspector Morse (1987–2000)
Episode:
The Way Through the Woods
(1995)
TV-14 | 101 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
When a serial killer is murdered in prison, his deathbed confession disavows one of the murders he had previously confessed to. Morse wants to reopen the case.
Director: John Madden | Stars: John Thaw, Kevin Whately, Gary Powell, Vivienne Ritchie
Votes: 857
42. 10 O'Clock Live (2011–2013)
Comedy, News
An informative and humourous take on the world of current affairs.
Stars: Charlie Brooker, Jimmy Carr, Lauren Laverne, David Mitchell
Votes: 693
43. Stella Does Tricks (1996)
Not Rated | 99 min | Drama
A young Glaswegian prostitute in London tries to start a new life.
Director: Coky Giedroyc | Stars: Kelly Macdonald, James Bolam, Hans Matheson, Ewan Stewart
Votes: 670 | Gross: $0.00M
44. Funland (2005)
60 min | Comedy, Drama, Mystery
Carter Krantz arrives in Blackpool to investigate who killed his mother. He gets a job in the local strip club. He soon realizes that the town has many dark secrets and that the killer may even be his boss - the club's owner.
Stars: Daniel Mays, Ian Puleston-Davies, Sarah Smart, Kris Marshall
Votes: 642
45. All Round to Mrs. Brown's (2017– )
Comedy, Talk-Show
Mrs Brown and family open the doors to her feckin' house for a Saturday night brawl.
Stars: Brendan O'Carroll, Paddy Houlihan, Danny O'Carroll, Fiona Gibney
Votes: 619
46. Moving On (2009– )
TV-PG | 45 min | Drama
Series of daytime plays set in contemporary Britain, all sharing the theme of someone going through some kind of life change.
Stars: Neil Bell, Alicia Brockenbrow, John Draycott, Olivia Fenton
Votes: 514
47. Mister Winner (2020)
30 min | Comedy
This new farcical comedy follows the ironically named Leslie Winner, a well-meaning optimist who frequently finds himself in the midst of chaos, through a combination of silly decisions and... See full summary »
Stars: Spencer Jones, Lucy Pearman, Shaun Williamson, Leon Annor
Votes: 493
48.
Houdini (2014)
Episode:
Part 1
(2014)
TV-14 | 84 min | Biography, Drama
From humble beginnings at circus sideshows to sold out concert halls in Europe, Part 1 of Houdini follows the rise of the boy Erich Weiss as he becomes the man Harry Houdini, master ... See full summary »
Director: Uli Edel | Stars: Adrien Brody, Kristen Connolly, Evan Jones, Tim Pigott-Smith
Votes: 486
49.
Houdini (2014)
Episode:
Part 2
(2014)
TV-14 | 68 min | Biography, Drama
Harry Houdini conducts an epic battle against the spiritualists whose practices he found to be false and misleading. As the 20th century progresses and modernity overtakes industrial age ... See full summary »
Director: Uli Edel | Stars: Adrien Brody, Kristen Connolly, Evan Jones, Megan Dodds
Votes: 421
50. Dani's House (2008–2012)
30 min | Comedy, Family, Fantasy
Two aliens watch a reality TV show based upon Dani's life in her house with her mischievous brother and eccentric friends.
Stars: Dani Harmer, Sebastian Applewhite, James Gandhi, Harry Culverhouse
Votes: 418