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1. EastEnders: Christmas Party (2004 TV Movie)
60 min | Comedy, Family, Music
Directors: David Kester, Ralph Spark | Stars: Shane Richie, Kacey Ainsworth, John Bardon, Hilda Braid
Votes: 18
2.
The Royal (2003–2011)
Episode:
Safe as Houses
(2009)
TV-PG | 45 min | Drama
The Ormerods accompany Sister Brigid to Ireland for Moira's funeral where married Sergeant O'Malley is among the mourners. It becomes clear that he is baby Aisling's father and his wife is ... See full summary »
Director: David Kester | Stars: Linda Armstrong, Glynis Barber, Sarah Beck Mather, Wendy Craig
Votes: 21
3.
Coronation Street (1960– )
Episode:
Episode #1.7353
(2010)
TV-PG | 22 min | Drama, Romance
Carrying out Tony's bidding, Robbie leaves Carla bound and gagged while luring Hayley into his trap. Gail gives her account of Joe's final hours as her defence gets underway. David and Nick pin their hopes on Anka turning up to testify.
Directors: Ian Bevitt, David Kester | Stars: James Fleet, Jimmi Harkishin, Debbie Rush, Julie Hesmondhalgh
Votes: 22
4.
The Royal (2003–2011)
Episode:
To Love and to Lose
(2008)
TV-PG | 46 min | Drama
Matron takes decisive action to deal with her troublesome porter. Lizzie finds a soulmate. Dr Ormerod and Rose are caught in the crossfire when a family feud erupts into violence. Sister Brigid's faith is tested to the limit.
Director: David Kester | Stars: Natalie Anderson, Linda Armstrong, Robert Cavanah, Kari Corbett
Votes: 16
5.
The Royal (2003–2011)
Episode:
Stolen Dreams
(2008)
TV-14 | 46 min | Drama
An amusement arcade in the town collapses, trapping youngsters in the wreckage. One is a boy with a rare blood disorder whose mother must be found. Stella and Frankie work to free a young ... See full summary »
Director: David Kester | Stars: Natalie Anderson, Linda Armstrong, Robert Cavanah, Kari Corbett
Votes: 23
6.
Coronation Street (1960– )
Episode:
Episode #1.5680
(2004)
TV-PG | 22 min | Drama, Romance
Tyrone tells Kirk he intends to report him to the police. With Mike out of the way, Nick puts his plot to get rid of Janice into operation. Bev persuades Shelley to ring Eric and arrange a date.
Director: David Kester | Stars: William Tarmey, Alan Halsall, Barbara Knox, Malcolm Hebden
Votes: 7
7.
The Royal (2003–2011)
Episode:
Counting Chickens
(2009)
TV-PG | 45 min | Drama
The Ormerods relieve a troubled Sister Brigid, who was considering leaving the veil to bring up Aisling, when they agree to adopting the little girl. Back at the Royal the porters have a ... See full summary »
Director: David Kester | Stars: Linda Armstrong, Glynis Barber, Sarah Beck Mather, Wendy Craig
Votes: 19
8.
EastEnders (1985– )
Episode:
Episode #1.6084
(2020)
TV-PG | 28 min | Crime, Drama, Romance
As chaos ensues, the grave situation for those on board the boat grows worse. Back in Albert Square, the drama continues.
Directors: David Kester, Jon Sen | Stars: Letitia Dean, Adam Woodyatt, Kellie Bright, Danny Dyer
Votes: 22
9.
Coronation Street (1960– )
Episode:
Episode #1.7356
(2010)
TV-PG | 22 min | Drama, Romance
As Carla pleads for Hayley's release, Tony continues to douse Underworld in petrol. Maria flees to the Rovers and informs everyone about her ordeal. Roy desperately tries to gain access to the factory.
Director: David Kester | Stars: Samia Longchambon, David Neilson, Julie Hesmondhalgh, Alison King
Votes: 13
10.
Coronation Street (1960– )
Episode:
Episode #1.11081
(2023)
TV-PG | 22 min | Drama, Romance
Stephen tricks Michael into helping him to empty Underworld's bank account. Audrey and the Platts digest a series of bombshells. Sally grows frantic over Tim's disappearance.
Directors: David Kester, Dominic Stephenson | Stars: Ryan Russell, Tina O'Brien, Alison King, Barbara Knox
Votes: 7
11. The Royal (2003–2011)
TV-PG | 60 min | Drama
Set in the 1960s, this British medical drama follows the staff and patients of St Aidan's Royal Free Hospital.
Stars: Linda Armstrong, Robert Daws, Wendy Craig, Michelle Hardwick
Votes: 1,217
12.
The Royal (2003–2011)
Episode:
Dead Air
(2011)
TV-PG | 46 min | Drama
When a Girl Guide pack camps locally one of the elderly leaders goes down with a mystery illness whilst the other, having innocently drunk spiked fruit squash, crashes the bus, landing them... See full summary »
Director: David Kester | Stars: Linda Armstrong, Glynis Barber, Wendy Craig, Robert Daws
Votes: 20
13.
The Royal (2003–2011)
Episode:
A Hero for Our Time
(2009)
TV-PG | 45 min | Drama
Jean faces an uphill struggle with the local District Health Authority after its chairman Sir Charles's daughter, is admitted to the hospital. Jack goes off on a fishing trip, which is ... See full summary »
Director: David Kester | Stars: Linda Armstrong, Glynis Barber, Wendy Craig, Robert Daws
Votes: 17
14.
Coronation Street (1960– )
Episode:
Episode #1.11083
(2023)
TV-PG | 22 min | Drama, Romance
Jenny and the Platts fear that Stephen has returned to Weatherfield. Sally informs the police of her theory regarding Tim. Peter ignores Carla's pleas to call off his search.
Directors: David Kester, Dominic Stephenson | Stars: Chris Gascoyne, Ryan Russell, Tina O'Brien, Barbara Knox
Votes: 12
15.
EastEnders (1985– )
Episode:
Episode #1.6163
(2020)
TV-PG | 28 min | Crime, Drama, Romance
Denise is feeling bad about not having a connection with Raymond yet.
Director: David Kester | Stars: Zack Morris, Maisie Smith, Tanya Franks, Ricky Champ
Votes: 6
16.
Coronation Street (1960– )
Episode:
Episode #1.7355
(2010)
TV-PG | 22 min | Drama, Romance
While Carla and Hayley react with horror to Robbie's death, Maria's arrival at the factory disrupts Tony's plan. David feels certain that he has jeopardised Gail's defence. Gary returns home on leave from the army.
Director: David Kester | Stars: Gray O'Brien, Alison King, Samia Longchambon, Julie Hesmondhalgh
Votes: 13
17.
Coronation Street (1960– )
Episode:
Episode #1.5681
(2004)
TV-PG | 22 min | Drama, Romance
Shelley finds Eric to be amusing company during their meal but she is not laughing once he takes her back to his house. Distraught at Kirk's disappearance, Fiz enlists Tyrone's help in ... See full summary »
Director: David Kester | Stars: Alan Halsall, Jennie McAlpine, Peter Kay, Sally Lindsay
Votes: 14
18.
Coronation Street (1960– )
Episode:
Episode #1.11079
(2023)
TV-PG | 22 min | Drama, Romance
Carla shows Swain evidence of Stephen's intention to flee the country. Tim makes a horrifying discovery at the canal. Ken's birthday presents share a bewildering theme.
Director: David Kester | Stars: Victoria Myers, Alison King, Ryan Russell, Tina O'Brien
Votes: 5
19.
Coronation Street (1960– )
Episode:
Episode #1.7354
(2010)
TV-PG | 22 min | Drama, Romance
Hayley and Carla are petrified as it becomes clear that Tony is hellbent on vengeance. David takes to the witness box to face the prosecution's questioning. Maria arrives back on the Street with unfinished business.
Directors: Ian Bevitt, David Kester | Stars: Gray O'Brien, Alison King, Julie Hesmondhalgh, James Fleet
Votes: 13
20.
EastEnders (1985– )
Episode:
Episode #1.6164
(2020)
TV-PG | 28 min | Crime, Drama, Romance
Kat and Phil head out for a cleaning job at the insurance company, but will Phil agree to take part? Tina asks Ian to give Mick a job behind the bar, hoping it will lighten his mood, ... See full summary »
Director: David Kester | Stars: Jessie Wallace, Davood Ghadami, Steve McFadden, Tony Clay
Votes: 10
21. University Challenge (1962– )
30 min | Game-Show
Amol Rajan hosts this trivia quiz show where colleges from around the UK compete against each other. Originally presented by Bamber Gascoigne from 1962 to 1987, and Jeremy Paxman from 1994 to 2023.
Stars: Jeremy Paxman, Roger Tilling, Bamber Gascoigne, Jim Pope
Votes: 867
22.
EastEnders (1985– )
Episode:
Episode #1.6082
(2020)
TV-PG | 28 min | Crime, Drama, Romance
Bobby is brutally attacked by a bunch of thugs and rushed to hospital.
Director: David Kester | Stars: Adam Woodyatt, Bleu Landau, Letitia Dean, Gillian Taylforth
Votes: 14
23. The One and Only Cilla Black (2013 TV Movie)
90 min | Documentary
A celebration of singer and television presenter Cilla Black's lorra lorra years in show business.
Director: Jonathan Bullen | Stars: Paul O'Grady, Cilla Black, Burt Bacharach, Christopher Biggins
Votes: 19
24. Footballers Wive$: Overtime (2005–2006)
TV-MA | 45 min | Drama
British television show which followes the lives of football team wives.
Stars: Francesca Kingdon, Marc Hendrey, Travis Oliver, Sarah Matravers
Votes: 114
25.
EastEnders (1985– )
Episode:
Episode #1.6083
(2020)
TV-PG | 28 min | Crime, Drama, Romance
Phil and Keanu come face to face for a showdown.
Director: David Kester | Stars: Steve McFadden, Max Bowden, Danny Walters, Letitia Dean
Votes: 13
26. 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: 3,699
27. In the City (2006– )
46 min | Drama
This Hollyoaks spin-off focuses on Lisa and Ben as they return to Liverpool (following events chronicled in Hollyoaks: Let Loose) where their fortunes take a downward turn as they descend into the demi monde of city life.
Stars: Gemma Atkinson, Marcus Patric, Lee Warburton, Georgina Walker
Votes: 154
28. Better Homes (1999– )
27 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV
Stars: Carol Vorderman, Adrian Rayment, Neil Rayment
Votes: 17
29. Coronation Street (1960– )
TV-PG | 30 min | Drama, Romance
The world's longest-running television soap, Coronation Street focuses on the everyday lives of working-class people in Manchester, England.
Stars: William Roache, Helen Worth, Barbara Knox, Sally Dynevor
Votes: 6,027
30. Coronation Street: A Knight's Tale (2010 Video)
81 min | Comedy
Coronation Street's Curly Watts and Reg Holdsworth, two of Britain's most enduring characters are reunited in a special one-off feature length movie, A Knight's Tale. They are joined by ... See full summary »
Director: David Kester | Stars: Brian Capron, Patti Clare, Jeremy Edwards, Helen Flanagan
Votes: 47
31. You've Been Framed! (1990–2022)
30 min | Documentary, Comedy, Family
Viewers' clips show, where those watching can earn money if their various video accidents are shown. Originally presented by Jeremy Beadle, later presenters included Lisa Riley and Harry Hill.
Stars: Harry Hill, Jonathan Wilkes, Jeremy Beadle, Lisa Riley
Votes: 1,157
32. Stars in Their Eyes (1990–2015)
50 min | Family, Game-Show, Music
Musical talent show in which amateur lookalikes and soundalikes impersonate their favourite singing stars.
Stars: Matthew Kelly, Cat Deeley, Leslie Crowther, Sally Lindsay
Votes: 197
33. 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: 3,540
34. 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: 9,242
35. Hollyoaks (1995– )
TV-PG | 30 min | Drama, Romance
Hollyoaks takes a look at the lives, loves, and careers of a group of teenage friends and their families as they graduate through GCSEs, A-Levels, and College into the world of work.
Stars: Nick Pickard, Ashley Taylor Dawson, Kieron Richardson, Jennifer Metcalfe
Votes: 4,508
36.
EastEnders (1985– )
Episode:
Episode #1.5986
(2019)
TV-PG | 28 min | Crime, Drama, Romance
Lisa tries to be there for Mel through her deep grief.
Director: David Kester | Stars: Lucy Benjamin, Sam Bond, Jamie Borthwick, Max Bowden
Votes: 7
37. 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: 899
38. United We Fall (2014)
89 min | Comedy
A mockumentary about five arrogant overpaid homophobic racist ex-Manchester United players who had the chance to become heroes in 2010 - and failed spectacularly.
Director: Gary Sinyor | Stars: Matthew Avery, Grace Bishop, Jonathan Broke, Sushil Chudasama
Votes: 184
39. Captain Stirrick (1982)
90 min | Drama, Family
Director: Colin Finbow | Stars: Jules Sylvester, Jason Kemp, Toby Robertson, Christopher Donkin
40. Coronation Street Special (2003– )
48 min | Documentary
Stars: Tony Wilson, Kate Ford, Richard Arnold, Sharon Marshall
43.
Coronation Street (1960– )
Episode:
Episode #1.4783
(2000)
TV-PG | 22 min | Drama, Romance
Fred takes a dim view of Ken spreading rumours about his grandfather. Alma is aghast to hear of Bob's arrest. Roy feels insecure as Stuart continues to flirt with Hayley.
Director: David Kester | Stars: Helen Worth, Sean Wilson, Tina O'Brien, Steven Arnold
44.
Coronation Street (1960– )
Episode:
Episode #1.4802
(2000)
TV-PG | 22 min | Drama, Romance
Natalie is horrified when Colin arrives and asks her to corroborate his alibi for the night of Tony's murder. Curly discovers his house has been ransacked. Les starts work in the local park.
Director: David Kester | Stars: James Gaddas, Jane Danson, Denise Welch, Kevin Kennedy
45.
Coronation Street (1960– )
Episode:
Episode #1.4804
(2000)
TV-PG | 22 min | Drama, Romance
Les has some explaining to do after his night marooned in the park. Maxine's interest in vegetarianism alarms Fred and Ashley. Martin begs Rebecca to change her mind about moving abroad.
Director: David Kester | Stars: Bruce Jones, Steven Arnold, Tracy Shaw, Georgia Taylor
46.
Coronation Street (1960– )
Episode:
Episode #1.4851
(2000)
TV-PG | 22 min | Drama, Romance
Mike insists on discharging himself from hospital. Gary refuses any publicity about his life-saving experience. Roy alerts Spider to Emily's fear of being alone.
Directors: Ian Bevitt, David Kester | Stars: William Tarmey, Elizabeth Dawn, Alan Halsall, Ian Mercer
47.
Coronation Street (1960– )
Episode:
Episode #1.4853
(2000)
TV-PG | 22 min | Drama, Romance
Gary is angered by a photo of him and Paula in the local paper. Mike gives Mark his blessing to resume his travels. Roy books Emma to address his first 'home watch' meeting.
Directors: Ian Bevitt, David Kester | Stars: Julie Hesmondhalgh, Barbara Knox, Kevin Kennedy, David Neilson
48.
Coronation Street (1960– )
Episode:
Episode #1.4873
(2000)
TV-PG | 22 min | Drama, Romance
Jim implores Steve not to flee Weatherfield because of Jez. Doreen turns up to take Tommy back to Blackpool. Rita decides to give Anthony a fair hearing.
Director: David Kester | Stars: Denise Welch, James Gaddas, Jane Danson, Bruce Jones
49.
Coronation Street (1960– )
Episode:
Episode #1.6121
(2005)
TV-PG | 22 min | Drama, Romance
Shelley flees the church with an enraged Charlie in hot pursuit. Martin suffers humiliation in front of the crowd at the hands of his rival mascot. Bev is frantic with fear for her daughter's safety.
Director: David Kester | Stars: Andy Moore, Bill Ward, Sally Lindsay, Susie Blake
50.
Coronation Street (1960– )
Episode:
Episode #1.6122
(2005)
TV-PG | 22 min | Drama, Romance
Part 1 / With Charlie gone Bev agrees to move back in to the Rovers and her old job. Eileen and Jason let Charlie shower and change at No.11 and they're relieved when he says he's going to ... See full summary »
Director: David Kester | Stars: John Biggins, Susie Blake, Ralph Brown, Clare Calbraith