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1. Stella (2012–2017)
Episode: Episode #5.10 (2016)

45 min | Comedy, Drama

Working from an office at his allotment Michel is preparing for his marriage to Stella and eventually calls Beyoncé's bluff over the disputed paternity in public on a television show, ... See full summary »

Director: Tony Dow | Stars: Ronni Ancona, Pal Aron, Taj Atwal, Patrick Baladi

Votes: 28

2. Stella (2012–2017)
Episode: Episode #4.10 (2015)

44 min | Comedy, Drama

Stella is thrilled to learn that she has not only passed her first year nursing exam but, due to the unexpected support of Cheryl, has qualified for a second year scholarship. She is also ... See full summary »

Director: Simon Delaney | Stars: Thaer Al-Shayei, Patrick Baladi, Remy Beasley, Di Botcher

Votes: 27

3. Drovers' Gold (1997– )
Episode: Episode #1.5 (1997)

Drama

Two medical mysteries solved. High emotions. Birth and Death. Love and Loss.

Director: Lesley Manning | Stars: David Calder, Andrew Howard, Simon Armstrong, Emma Fielding

Votes: 5

4. Stella (2012–2017)
Episode: Episode #1.9 (2012)

44 min | Comedy, Drama

Still upset by Rob's proposal Stella accompanies Dai for his day in court, where he dresses to impress in his full regimental uniform. However the more pressing event is Emma, about to sit ... See full summary »

Director: Sandy Johnson | Stars: Ruth Jones, Elizabeth Berrington, Kenny Doughty, Karen Paullada

Votes: 29

5. Nighty Night (2004–2005)
Episode: Episode #1.5 (2004)

28 min | Comedy, Crime, Thriller

Cath finally stands up to Jill and throws her out of their house. Jill carries on with her husband Terry's funeral, while he remains bored in the hospice. Jill persuades Glenn, her blind date, to pay for the buffet and disco.

Director: Tony Dow | Stars: Julia Davis, Angus Deayton, Rebecca Front, Andy de la Tour

Votes: 60

6. The Street (2006–2009)
Episode: Past Life (2009)

TV-MA | 60 min | Drama

Shay Ryan is an alcoholic following an armed robbery in the bookies' where he worked. One day ex-girlfriend Madeleine tells him that they have a 16-year-old son, Otto, who wants to see him,... See full summary »

Director: David Blair | Stars: Stephen Graham, Jonas Armstrong, James Foster, Vortre Williams

Votes: 59

7. Gavin & Stacey (2007–2024)
Episode: Christmas Special 2008 (2008)

TV-PG | 60 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

The Barry folk come to Billericay for the holiday. Gavin surprises his mum and Smithy with news of his promotion in the company's new operation, located in Cardiff.

Director: Christine Gernon | Stars: Mathew Horne, Joanna Page, Steffan Rhodri, Alison Steadman

Votes: 455

8. Stella (2012–2017)
Episode: Episode #1.7 (2012)

44 min | Comedy, Drama

Sean takes Stella to Big Rae's gym to teach her how to box and she is amazed that her boyfriend is a personal friend of Welsh champion Joe Calzaghe. In the evening everybody gathers for ... See full summary »

Director: Susan Tully | Stars: Ruth Jones, Kenny Doughty, Karen Paullada, Catrin Stewart

Votes: 27

9. Stella (2012–2017)
Episode: Episode #2.10 (2013)

43 min | Comedy, Drama

Rob has asked Stella to go back to Canada with him but can she leave her family as Sunil and Emma are weathering their crisis and Daddy gives everybody a false alarm. With Sean back in the ... See full summary »

Stars: Elizabeth Berrington, Rory Girvan, Karen Paullada, Catrin Stewart

Votes: 27

10. Stella (2012–2017)
Episode: Episode #3.9 (2014)

44 min | Comedy, Drama

Things seem to be going along nicely for Stella with Michael, including a family outing, but sadly Katie's irresponsible actions land her in A and E. Stella and Michael rush to her bedside ... See full summary »

Director: David Sant | Stars: Yasmine Akram, Pal Aron, Patrick Baladi, Sudha Bhuchar

Votes: 21

11. Stella (2012–2017)
Episode: Episode #3.10 (2014)

44 min | Comedy, Drama

Karl returns to Pontyberry for Zoe's wedding to Luke. However he is not happy when he learns about Emma's affair with Marcus and gives her an ultimatum. On the eve of the wedding the boys ... See full summary »

Director: Tony Dow | Stars: Yasmine Akram, Pal Aron, Patrick Baladi, Sudha Bhuchar

Votes: 25

12. Stella (2012–2017)
Episode: Episode #4.4 (2015)

43 min | Comedy, Drama

Michael is still trying to escape the predatory Beyoncé, who causes a car crash when she sends him a sexy text. Ben starts college and falls for fellow student Lily, whilst Luke and Zoe get... See full summary »

Director: Simon Massey | Stars: Patrick Baladi, Remy Beasley, Di Botcher, Justin Davies

Votes: 21

13. Stella (2012–2017)
Episode: Episode #4.6 (2015)

44 min | Comedy, Drama

Stella sends Michael back next door and Bobby moves in as her lodger, bricking up the wall between the houses. At work she gets a pleasant surprise when Mr Honey asks her to accompany him ... See full summary »

Director: Tony Dow | Stars: Yasmine Akram, Patrick Baladi, Remy Beasley, Di Botcher

Votes: 22

14. Gavin & Stacey (2007–2024)
Episode: Episode #3.6 (2010)

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

The wedding day of Nessa and Dave Coaches has dawned, and everyone is looking forward to the big event. Everyone, that is, apart from Smithy, who faces a dilemma.

Director: Christine Gernon | Stars: Rob Brydon, James Corden, Ifan Huw Dafydd, Mathew Horne

Votes: 363

15. Stella (2012–2017)
Episode: Episode #1.5 (2012)

44 min | Comedy, Drama

In preparation for her date with Sean, Stella decides to try and lose weight and joins Ben's rugby training fitness group led by Alan. She is visited during her work-out by Dai, her older ... See full summary »

Director: Juliet May | Stars: Ruth Jones, Elizabeth Berrington, Owen Teale, Craig Gallivan

Votes: 23

16. 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: 13,210

17. Stephen Hawking's New Voice: Comic Relief (2017 TV Short)

6 min | Short, Comedy

Stephen Hawking has had the same trademark voice for 30 years and has now decided it's time for a change. Watch him view the audition tapes from hopeful celebrities.

Director: Daniel Audritt | Stars: John Boyega, Simon Cowell, Stephen Fry, Geri Horner

Votes: 38

18. As Time Goes By (1992–2005)
Episode: Pardon? (1998)

TV-PG | 29 min | Comedy, Romance

The family begins to notice that Lionel has become a tad hard of hearing. Feeling that they must do something about it, Jean, Judy and Sandy enlist Alistair's help in trying to find a way to tell Lionel, gently.

Director: Sydney Lotterby | Stars: Judi Dench, Geoffrey Palmer, Moira Brooker, Philip Bretherton

Votes: 111

19. The Chase (2006–2007)
Episode: Episode #1.5 (2006)

Drama

Claudie's past catches up with her when Matt finds out someone is drawing money from his dead grandmother's pension, and an investigator informs him the money has been paid into an account ... See full summary »

Director: Juliet May | Stars: Michelle Holmes, Keith Barron, Nicola Stephenson, Steve Cooper

Votes: 5

20. Stella (2012–2017)
Episode: Episode #2.9 (2013)

44 min | Comedy, Drama

When Alan's bid to remortgage in order to save the club is rejected Aunty Brenda comes up with the idea of a charity rugby match,bringing ex-international Scott Quennell in to coach the ... See full summary »

Stars: Elizabeth Berrington, Rory Girvan, Karen Paullada, Catrin Stewart

Votes: 22

21. Stella (2012–2017)
Episode: Episode #3.11 (2014)

Comedy, Drama

It's Christmas in Pontyberry and Stella is looking forward to spending her first Christmas with Michael. Aunty Brenda puts on a panto and Emma has a life changing decision to make.

Director: Tony Dow | Stars: Piers Ahia, Patrick Baladi, Eirlys Bellin, Di Botcher

Votes: 26

22. Stella (2012–2017)
Episode: Episode #4.5 (2015)

44 min | Comedy, Drama

Stella tells Alan that she will give Michael the cold shoulder for a few days before relenting. However she and Michael turn up as a couple to re-enact the Battle of Pontyberry for the ... See full summary »

Director: Tony Dow | Stars: Patrick Baladi, Remy Beasley, Eirlys Bellin, Di Botcher

Votes: 20

23. As Time Goes By (1992–2005)

TV-PG | 60 min | Comedy, Romance

The Korean War, and a long lost letter, separate the lives of young lovers Jean Pargetter and Lionel Hardcastle, whose paths cross again by happenstance.

Stars: Judi Dench, Geoffrey Palmer, Moira Brooker, Philip Bretherton

Votes: 4,970

24. The Street (2006–2009)

TV-MA | 60 min | Drama

Series of one-off dramas, each focusing on a different house within the same street.

Stars: Timothy Spall, Ger Ryan, Lee Ingleby, Christine Bottomley

Votes: 1,322

25. Human Remains (2000)
Episode: All Over My Glasses (2000)

30 min | Comedy, Drama

A young couple view the future as bleak as they prepare for their wedding, Stephen compares Michelle with his former girlfriend.

Director: Matt Lipsey | Stars: Rob Brydon, Julia Davis, Mark Benton, Ruth Jones

Votes: 27

26. Gavin & Stacey (2007–2024)
Episode: A Special Christmas (2019)

TV-14 | 63 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

The Shipman's and Smithy head to Barry for Christmas. A lot has changed in 10 years but there is still one thing on Nessa's mind.

Director: Christine Gernon | Stars: Laura Aikman, Rob Brydon, James Corden, Julia Davis

Votes: 1,460

27. Gavin & Stacey (2007–2024)
Episode: Episode #2.1 (2008)

TV-PG | 29 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

Gavin and Stacey's return is overshadowed by some big news from Ness.

Director: Christine Gernon | Stars: Mathew Horne, Joanna Page, Alison Steadman, Larry Lamb

Votes: 359

28. Gavin & Stacey (2007–2024)
Episode: Episode #2.7 (2008)

TV-PG | 29 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

As Stacey doubts if her love for Gavin is real, Nessa goes in to labor, and Smithy is nowhere to be found.

Director: Christine Gernon | Stars: Joanna Page, Mathew Horne, Larry Lamb, Alison Steadman

Votes: 324

29. Little Dorrit (2008)
Episode: Episode #1.14 (2008)

TV-PG | 60 min | Drama, Mystery, Romance

Merdle's suicide note reveals that he was a swindler, robbing his investors and leaving thousands ruined. Mrs. Merdle agrees to Fanny's suggestion they do a 'moonlight flit' to escape ... See full summary »

Director: Diarmuid Lawrence | Stars: Anton Lesser, Geoffrey Whitehead, Stephen Marcus, Nicholas Blane

Votes: 162

30. Stella (2012–2017)
Episode: Episode #1.3 (2012)

44 min | Comedy, Drama

Two months have passed and Emma and Sunil are planning their wedding. However everything in Pontyberry is overshadowed by the death of local Rugby legend Dick the Kick. This proves to be a ... See full summary »

Director: Tony Dow | Stars: Ruth Jones, Elizabeth Berrington, Owen Teale, Craig Gallivan

Votes: 27

31. Stella (2012–2017)
Episode: Episode #1.6 (2012)

43 min | Comedy, Drama

After her sexy date with Sean Stella is on top of the world but she's about the only one. Emma has heard that Sunil is two-timing her with an older woman and ends their relationship after ... See full summary »

Director: Juliet May | Stars: Ruth Jones, Kenny Doughty, Karen Paullada, Catrin Stewart

Votes: 22

32. Stella (2012–2017)
Episode: Episode #2.6 (2013)

44 min | Comedy, Drama

After unwittingly showing herself up at the school reunion Stella decides to concentrate on her job at the undertakers with Paula and is surprised to see Rob and Melissa sharing a romantic ... See full summary »

Director: Minkie Spiro | Stars: Elizabeth Berrington, Rory Girvan, Karen Paullada, Catrin Stewart

Votes: 25

33. Stella (2012–2017)
Episode: Episode #2.7 (2013)

43 min | Comedy, Drama

Dai has gone missing and Aunty Brenda sends the formidable WPC Glover to track him down. Paula on the other hand annoys Stella by her lack of commitment to the funeral parlour, preferring ... See full summary »

Stars: Elizabeth Berrington, Karen Paullada, Wendy Albiston, Di Botcher

Votes: 23

34. Stella (2012–2017)
Episode: Episode #2.8 (2013)

44 min | Comedy, Drama

As fight night approaches and Lenny makes it clear that he will do anything to beat Luke a worried Stella blames Rob for encouraging their son to box though animosity turns to a rekindling ... See full summary »

Stars: Elizabeth Berrington, Rory Girvan, Karen Paullada, Catrin Stewart

Votes: 22

35. Stella (2012–2017)
Episode: Episode #6.6 (2017)

54 min | Comedy, Drama

With Will arrested, Beyoncé back with Keckers and Billy off to football school Bobby moves next door so that Michael can get back with Stella. However, following Stella's graduation, and, ... See full summary »

Director: Tony Dow | Stars: Piers Ahia, Pal Aron, Patrick Baladi, Remy Beasley

Votes: 22

36. Gavin & Stacey (2007–2024)

TV-14 | 29 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

Gavin and Stacey have been continuing their romance on-line and by telephone for the last six months. Now they want to be together but will their friends and family let them?

Stars: Joanna Page, Mathew Horne, Alison Steadman, Ruth Jones

Votes: 22,775

37. 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: 9,701

38. Little Dorrit (2008)

TV-PG | 34 min | Drama, Mystery, Romance

The Dorrits are a family whose life revolves around the Marshalsea, a debtor's prison. Amy Dorrit's kind nature brings the family into contact with a wide swath of English society, from the poorest to the richest, and back again.

Stars: Matthew Macfadyen, Claire Foy, Tom Courtenay, Judy Parfitt

Votes: 10,498

39. Just a Minute (2012)

30 min | Comedy, Game-Show

A panel of four celebrities are given a subject on which they have to speak for one minute without hesitation, repetition or deviation.

Stars: Nicholas Parsons, Paul Merton, Sue Perkins, Shaparak Khorsandi

Votes: 52

40. Ar y Tracs: Y Tren i'r Gem (2011 TV Movie)

70 min | Comedy

Add a Plot

Director: Ed Talfan | Stars: Mari Ann Bull, Richard Elis, Gillian Elisa, Mali Harries

Votes: 6

41. The Street (2006–2009)
Episode: Loss of Control (2009)

TV-MA | 59 min | Drama

Eddie McEvoy is annoyed when his wife Margie opts to spend time with her abusive father after he suffers a stroke, leaving him and his young son at home. Having lost his driving licence he ... See full summary »

Director: David Blair | Stars: Timothy Spall, Ger Ryan, Ted Robbins, James Varley

Votes: 45

42. Little Dorrit (2008)
Episode: Episode #1.13 (2008)

TV-PG | 30 min | Drama, Mystery, Romance

After Mrs. General rejects his proposal of marriage, subsequently giving her notice, Mr. Dorrit falls spectacularly apart at Mrs. Merdle's masked ball, thinking he is back in the Marshalsea... See full summary »

Director: Diarmuid Lawrence | Stars: Tom Courtenay, Claire Foy, Pam Ferris, James Fleet

Votes: 153

43. Stella (2012–2017)
Episode: Episode #1.4 (2012)

43 min | Comedy, Drama

Luke is now home but, unlike Nadine, who has started a dog grooming business and wants to practice on Stella's dog, he is having no luck in finding work and is tempted when Keckers, the ... See full summary »

Director: Tony Dow | Stars: Ruth Jones, Elizabeth Berrington, Owen Teale, Craig Gallivan

Votes: 28

44. Stella (2012–2017)
Episode: Episode #4.7 (2015)

44 min | Comedy, Drama

Stella is surprised to find Paula has returned after a row with Dai and is seeking a divorce. Alan is worried that Celia will leave him for Dan but she not only stays when Dan leaves but ... See full summary »

Director: Ashley Way | Stars: Yasmine Akram, Jane Asher, Patrick Baladi, Elizabeth Berrington

Votes: 23

45. Nighty Night (2004–2005)

30 min | Comedy, Crime, Thriller

Although Jill's husband seems to respond well to cancer treatment, she tells him that he's dying. Jill pretends she's already a widow and pursues her next-door neighbor, Don. Jill manipulates and torments Don's wife, who suffers from MS.

Stars: Julia Davis, Angus Deayton, Rebecca Front, Ruth Jones

Votes: 3,113

46. EastEnders: Dot's Story (2003 TV Movie)

60 min | Drama, History, War

Dot travels to Wales to visit the now very ill woman whom she stayed with during World War II.

Director: Joanna Hogg | Stars: June Brown, Jade Capstick, Gwenllian Davies, Dafydd Emyr

Votes: 50

47. Ar y Tracs (2009 TV Movie)

The lives of the train crew that work on the Swansea to London train route.

Director: Ed Talfan | Stars: Marko Bennachimo, Mari Ann Bull, Richard Elis, Gillian Elisa

Votes: 7

48. Nighty Night (2004–2005)
Episode: Episode #1.1 (2004)

28 min | Comedy, Crime, Thriller

The owner of a suburban beauty salon sees her husband's terminal illness as a fresh start for herself.

Director: Tony Dow | Stars: Julia Davis, Angus Deayton, Rebecca Front, Kevin Eldon

Votes: 90

49. Nighty Night (2004–2005)
Episode: Episode #1.2 (2004)

28 min | Comedy, Crime, Thriller

Jill decides to infiltrate Cath and Don's lives further by inviting Don over for dinner, but her plans for a romantic evening are thwarted when Cath decides to come along as well.

Director: Tony Dow | Stars: Julia Davis, Angus Deayton, Rebecca Front, Sarah Arrif

Votes: 69

50. Nighty Night (2004–2005)
Episode: Episode #1.6 (2004)

28 min | Comedy, Crime, Thriller

Don and Cathy split up. Jill kills Terry, then forces Glenn to kill Gordon the vicar with a poisoned sundae and makes him confess to the police.

Director: Tony Dow | Stars: Julia Davis, Angus Deayton, Rebecca Front, Kevin Eldon

Votes: 55