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1.
Couples (1975–1976)
Episode:
Episode #1.1
(1975)
Drama
Director: Roy Battersby | Stars: Malcolm Armstrong, Kate Beckinsale, Jay Benedict, Isabel Dean
Votes: 8
2.
Couples (1975–1976)
Episode:
Episode #1.2
(1975)
Drama
Director: Roy Battersby | Stars: Malcolm Armstrong, Kate Beckinsale, Isabel Dean, Jill Johnson
Votes: 6
3.
Bull (2015)
Episode:
A Collection of Mounted Deer Heads (1977-2005)
(2015)
Comedy
Rupert inherits a collection of moldy deer heads from a rich Russian widow. Faye is sent out into the town to drum up some business, while Beverley has a word with the increasingly put-upon Toby about workers rights.
Director: Simon Gibney | Stars: Robert Lindsay, Maureen Lipman, Claudia Jessie, Naz Osmanoglu
Votes: 43
4.
Bull (2015)
Episode:
A Fine Example of a Victorian Chess Set (1865)
(2015)
Comedy
The opening of a new antiques emporium, Mumford and Sons, in Newby-on-Wye threatens the future of Rupert Bull Antiques especially as the staff are both helpful and knowledgeable. Rupert challenges his new rival to a duel by chess.
Director: Simon Gibney | Stars: Robert Lindsay, Maureen Lipman, Claudia Jessie, Naz Osmanoglu
Votes: 45
5. The Brain Game (1992 TV Special)
Game-Show
Director: Rick Gardner | Stars: Jonathan Dimbleby, Clive Anderson, Sean Bennett, Anna Ford
Votes: 11
6.
Bull (2015)
Episode:
A Faberge Egg (1905)
(2015)
30 min | Comedy
Kindly, local shopkeeper Mr Richards has a set of priceless Faberge eggs that are in need of restoration. When one of the eggs goes missing, Rupert and his staff are forced to come up with a series of schemes to find a replacement.
Director: Simon Gibney | Stars: Robert Lindsay, Maureen Lipman, Claudia Jessie, Naz Osmanoglu
Votes: 62
7.
Sex, Drugs and Rock 'n' Roll: The 60s Revealed (2008– )
Episode:
Episode #1.3
(2008)
Documentary
Director: Mark Turnbull | Stars: Kris Marshall, Bernard Braden, Caroline Coon, Sammy Davis Jr.
Votes: 62
8.
About Face (1989–1991)
Episode:
Tourist Attraction
(1991)
Comedy
Director: John Henderson | Stars: Maureen Lipman, Keith Barron, Carol Cleveland, Brian Greene
Votes: 15
9.
A Little Princess (1986–1987)
Episode:
Episode #1.6
(1987)
TV-G | Drama, Family
Sara's life suddenly looks brighter after a secret friend's generosity. In fact, Sara is in for quite a lot of surprises, and before she knows it, she finds herself on a whole new track in life, thanks to a little magic, and true friends.
Director: Carol Wiseman | Stars: Maureen Lipman, Amelia Shankley, Nigel Havers, Miriam Margolyes
Votes: 12
10. Codename (1970– )
50 min | Drama
Stars: Clifford Evans, Alexandra Bastedo, Anthony Valentine, Brian Peck
Votes: 11
11. The King's Head: A Maverick in London (2006 Video)
55 min | Documentary
Despite a severely limited budget and lack of government funding, The King's Head Theatre of London, founded by Dan Crawford, has been responsible for launching many famous names within the... See full summary »
Directors: Jason Figgis, Stephanie Sinclaire | Stars: Dan Crawford, Paul Alexander, Steven Berkoff, Christopher Biggins
Votes: 18
12. The Green Tie on the Little Yellow Dog (1983)
25 min | Comedy
An evening of comic monologues and songs with an all-star cast, including Dame Maureen Lipman, Dame Julie Walters, Leonard Rossiter, and Arthur Askey in his very last professional ... See full summary »
Stars: Arthur Askey, Cilla Black, Barry Cryer, Harold Innocent
Votes: 6
13. Sex, Drugs and Rock 'n' Roll: The 60s Revealed (2008– )
60 min | Documentary
Stars: Kris Marshall, Lynn Redgrave, Lulu, Maureen Lipman
Votes: 68
14.
Ladies of Letters (2009– )
Episode:
Episode #1.4
(2009)
Not Rated | 22 min | Comedy
Vera's daughter Karen falls pregnant and Irene visits her. It becomes apparent that Karen gets on better with Irene than she does with her mother, who is unaware that her son Howard is gay.... See full summary »
Director: John Henderson | Stars: Anne Reid, Maureen Lipman, Morag Siller, Daniel Crowder
Votes: 14
15.
A Little Princess (1986–1987)
Episode:
Episode #1.4
(1987)
TV-G | Drama, Family
It is Christmas time in London, but the season finds Sara struggling to summon the cheer she used to have for such occasions. Nonetheless, her spirit remains buoyant thanks to her old friends, and a new neighbor that moves in next door.
Director: Carol Wiseman | Stars: Maureen Lipman, Amelia Shankley, Nigel Havers, Miriam Margolyes
Votes: 12
16. Doctor Who (2005–2022)
TV-PG | 45 min | Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi
The further adventures in time and space of the alien adventurer known as the Doctor and his companions from planet Earth.
Stars: Jodie Whittaker, Peter Capaldi, Pearl Mackie, Matt Smith
Votes: 246,742
17.
Agony (1979–1981)
Episode:
Arrivals and Departures
(1981)
Comedy
Being unemployed is making Michael seriously depressed and when Jane goes to visit him she discovers she may be too late to help him out.
Director: John Reardon | Stars: Maureen Lipman, Simon Williams, Maria Charles, Diana Weston
Votes: 11
18.
A Little Princess (1986–1987)
Episode:
Episode #1.2
(1987)
TV-G | Drama, Family
As Sara becomes acquainted with her new school, her father's fever worsens back in India, and his regret deepens. During Sara's luxurious birthday party, she receives bad tidings that alters the course of her life forever.
Director: Carol Wiseman | Stars: Maureen Lipman, Amelia Shankley, David Yelland, Miriam Margolyes
Votes: 14
19.
A Little Princess (1986–1987)
Episode:
Episode #1.5
(1987)
TV-G | Drama, Family
Sara learns the hard way that generosity is not always repaid with kindness, but that does not stop Sara from conducting herself in the manner she is accustomed to. For, deep down she knows that the strongest light of faith resides within.
Director: Carol Wiseman | Stars: Maureen Lipman, Amelia Shankley, Nigel Havers, Miriam Margolyes
Votes: 12
20. The Pianist (2002)
R | 150 min | Biography, Drama, Music
During WWII, acclaimed Polish musician Wladyslaw faces various struggles as he loses contact with his family. As the situation worsens, he hides in the ruins of Warsaw in order to survive.
Director: Roman Polanski | Stars: Adrien Brody, Thomas Kretschmann, Frank Finlay, Emilia Fox
Votes: 913,370 | Gross: $32.57M
21. Smiley's People (1982)
TV-14 | 60 min | Drama, Mystery
The murder of a Soviet defector forces his old handler, British spymaster George Smiley, out of retirement. His investigation leads to an old nemesis, the Soviet spymaster known only as "Karla". This will be their final dance.
Stars: Alec Guinness, Eileen Atkins, Bill Paterson, Vladek Sheybal
Votes: 4,766
22. Objects of Affection (1982)
50 min | Drama
Five monologues tell the stories of several different repressed souls: a mentally handicapped woman, a deteriorating clerical worker, a lonely older man, a tattoo enthusiast, an inexperienced social worker, and her unsatisfied clients.
Stars: Patricia Routledge, Elizabeth Spriggs, Thora Hird, Marjorie Yates
Votes: 14
23. Absurd Person Singular (1985 TV Movie)
Not Rated | 115 min | Comedy
A movie in three acts following three couples who, over three years, each host a Christmas party. The camera stays in the kitchen and we are treated to Ayckbourn's beautifully detailed look at middle class life.
Director: Michael A. Simpson | Stars: Cheryl Campbell, Michael Gambon, Nicky Henson, Maureen Lipman
Votes: 63
24.
Where the Heart Is (1997–2006)
Episode:
Body & Soul
(2004)
Not Rated | 60 min | Drama
Ozias suffers from a cerebral aneurysm, but, before being admitted to hospital, he tries to ruin the factory once and for all. Beth takes the local widows on an excursion, but her waters break half-way through the journey.
Director: Jan Sargent | Stars: Lesley Dunlop, Samantha Giles, Kerrie Taylor, Philip Middlemiss
Votes: 7
25.
A Little Princess (1986–1987)
Episode:
Episode #1.1
(1987)
TV-G | Drama, Family
Prior to entering the British Army, Captain Crewe makes sure his daughter, Sara, is well cared for in a London Boarding School. However, when bad news finds Captain Crewe back in India, his life takes a turn for the worse.
Director: Carol Wiseman | Stars: Maureen Lipman, Amelia Shankley, Nigel Havers, David Yelland
Votes: 17
26.
A Little Princess (1986–1987)
Episode:
Episode #1.3
(1987)
TV-G | Drama, Family
Sara's outlook on life begins to change to reflect her new role in life and at the boarding school. Her old friends are there to comfort her as they feel Sara would do for them, but will Sara learn to endure the hardship befallen upon her?
Director: Carol Wiseman | Stars: Maureen Lipman, Amelia Shankley, Miriam Margolyes, Annette Badland
Votes: 13
27. Portrait Artist of the Year (2013– )
Family, Reality-TV
Artists around the UK come together to compete for who has the best original celebrity portrait.
Stars: Kate Bryan, Tai Shan Schierenberg, Kathleen Soriano, Joan Bakewell
Votes: 400
28. A Little Princess (1986–1987)
TV-G | 163 min | Drama, Family
Sara Crewe enters a London boarding school a wealthy lady when she bids her father farewell as he enters the British Army, but her lifestyle quickly vanishes when her father suddenly dies, and Sara must endure a life of servitude.
Stars: Maureen Lipman, Amelia Shankley, Miriam Margolyes, Annette Badland
Votes: 774
29. The Fugitives (2005– )
22 min | Drama, Family, Sci-Fi
Stars: Alex Roe, Elizabeth Healey, Nicholas Rowe, Hannah van der Westhuysen
Votes: 25
30.
About Face (1989–1991)
Episode:
Bag Lady
(1989)
Comedy
"To camera monologue" featuring Maureen Lipman as a vagrant who lives on the London streets.
Director: John Henderson | Stars: Maureen Lipman, Jeffrey Perry, Arbel Jones, Joseph Long
Votes: 11
31.
Smiley's People (1982)
Episode:
The Rogue Elephant
(1982)
TV-14 | 60 min | Drama, Mystery
Smiley gets into trouble with his superiors, who want the investigation closed. But he finally encounters the woman and gets her account.
Director: Simon Langton | Stars: Alec Guinness, Mario Adorf, Vladek Sheybal, Eileen Atkins
Votes: 159
32.
Ladies of Letters (2009– )
Episode:
Episode #1.2
(2009)
Not Rated | 22 min | Comedy
Vera has problems with builders whilst Irene is paid court by elderly Romeo Bill Snapes. Vera asks them round for lunch but they get rather too friendly and end up in bed, causing Irene to ... See full summary »
Director: John Henderson | Stars: Anne Reid, Maureen Lipman, Christopher Scoular, Daniel Crowder
Votes: 16
33.
Ladies of Letters (2009– )
Episode:
Episode #1.10
(2009)
Not Rated | 22 min | Comedy
Vera's house gets demolished and, thanks to the credit crunch, once her mortgage has been paid off,she will see precious little of the compulsory purchase compensation. Irene entrusts her ... See full summary »
Director: John Henderson | Stars: Maureen Lipman, Anne Reid, Daniel Crowder, Paul Chahidi
Votes: 13
34.
Ladies of Letters (2009– )
Episode:
Episode #2.2
(2010)
Not Rated | 22 min | Comedy
Vera moves into her sheltered accommodation,a caravan in windy resort Vicker-upon-St.-Agnes but Irene,storing up past grievances, sends her a harsh letter,causing Vera to inflict damage on ... See full summary »
Director: John Henderson | Stars: Anne Reid, Maureen Lipman, Christopher Scoular, Lee Boardman
Votes: 13
35.
Plebs (2013–2019)
Episode:
The Vestal
(2016)
TV-14 | 23 min | Comedy, History
Marcus's Parents visit and shower them with presents, Marcus tries hiding his new Gaulfriend from them. Grumio invents blue cheese, landlord finds new ways to make money. Stylax has his eyes on the vestal virgins with disastrous results.
Director: Sam Leifer | Stars: Tom Rosenthal, Joel Fry, Ryan Sampson, Samantha Spiro
Votes: 164
36.
Plebs (2013–2019)
Episode:
Beer
(2018)
TV-14 | 22 min | Comedy, History
A Germanian bar opens and attempts to sell a popular drink called beer. Grumio engages his super-palate to try and discover the recipe, whilst Marcus has a run-in with the fire brigade.
Director: Sam Leifer | Stars: Tom Rosenthal, Ryan Sampson, Tom Andrews, Jon Pointing
Votes: 100
37. Mark Lawson Talks to... (2003–2015)
60 min | Talk-Show
A series in which arts presenter Mark Lawson has a 60-minute in-depth conversation with a notable figure.
Stars: Mark Lawson, Noel Gallagher, Terry Wogan, Celia Imrie
Votes: 76
38. An Audience with Victoria Wood (1988 TV Special)
52 min | Comedy
Victoria Wood giving her observations on life and songs that reflect what it's like to be a in a relationship.
Director: David G. Hillier | Stars: Victoria Wood, Tony Adams, Dave Allen, Joan Bakewell
Votes: 227
39.
Smiley's People (1982)
Episode:
The General's Big Fish
(1982)
TV-14 | 60 min | Drama, Mystery
Smiley makes inquiries among many Russian exiles, and uncovers a photograph revealing an astonishing secret.
Director: Simon Langton | Stars: Alec Guinness, Curd Jürgens, Eileen Atkins, Maureen Lipman
Votes: 186
40.
Ladies of Letters (2009– )
Episode:
Episode #1.5
(2009)
Not Rated | 22 min | Comedy
Irene gets arrested during a demo against the dumping and ends up in hospital suffering from amnesia and prone to bad language. The vicar suggests Vera help her recall who she is by writing... See full summary »
Director: John Henderson | Stars: Anne Reid, Maureen Lipman, Michael Fenton Stevens, Alexandra Gilbreath
Votes: 12
41.
Plebs (2013–2019)
Episode:
The Beasts
(2016)
TV-14 | 23 min | Comedy, History
Though anxious for himself, Stylax and Grumio to see a beast show in the arena Marcus is sufficiently captivated by the Gallic animal rights activist Delphine that he and his friends take ... See full summary »
Director: Sam Leifer | Stars: Tom Rosenthal, Joel Fry, Ryan Sampson, Lolly Adefope
Votes: 169
42.
Plebs (2013–2019)
Episode:
The Accountant
(2018)
TV-14 | 22 min | Comedy, History
When the Crown and Toga is hit by a huge tax bill Marcus seeks the help of glamorous Jewish accountant Rebecca Shatzberg, though it means he must pretend to be Jewish himself. Unfortunately... See full summary »
Director: Sam Leifer | Stars: Tom Rosenthal, Ryan Sampson, Jon Pointing, Ellie Taylor
Votes: 95
43. Skins (2007–2013)
TV-MA | 46 min | Drama
The story of a group of British teens who are trying to grow up and find love and happiness despite questionable parenting and teachers who would rather be friends (and lovers) than authority figures.
Stars: Kaya Scodelario, Nicholas Hoult, Joe Dempsie, Hannah Murray
Votes: 93,157
44. 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: 9,696
45. On Your Way Riley (1985 TV Movie)
60 min | Drama
Bio-pic of two British stars of variety.
Director: John Glenister | Stars: Brian Murphy, Maureen Lipman, Norman Bird, Michael Kingsbury
Votes: 6
46. Richard Rodgers: Some Enchanted Evening (2002 TV Special)
80 min | Documentary, Music
Stars: Gillian Anderson, Sally Burgess, Kim Criswell, Judi Dench
Votes: 55
47.
Agony (1979–1981)
Episode:
Forever and Never
(1979)
Comedy
When Michael and Rob start having relationship problems they both turn to Jane for comfort and Laurence isn't best pleased.
Director: John Reardon | Stars: Maureen Lipman, Simon Williams, Peter Denyer, Diana Weston
Votes: 13
48.
Crown Court (1972–2007)
Episode:
Do Your Worst: Part 1
(1974)
TV-14 | Drama
Following relegation Fulchester Rovers manager Aleksander Gruda is sacked. However he claims players Skelhorne, McIver and Appledene deliberately played badly in order to achieve this end. All three now stand trial for conspiracy.
Director: Anthea Browne-Wilkinson | Stars: William Mervyn, Maureen Lipman, David Ashford, Jill Kerman
Votes: 7
49.
Victoria Wood: As Seen on TV (1985–1987)
Episode:
Episode #1.5
(1985)
31 min | Comedy
Monologue: PAM / "Happy Wash?" Advert / Supermarket / Announcer: Strikes and Sunday viewing / The Divorce / Margery and Joan: Recipe Crash / Announcer: Mauve Spat / Acorn Antiques: Berta's ... See full summary »
Director: Marcus Mortimer | Stars: Victoria Wood, Julie Walters, Celia Imrie, Duncan Preston
Votes: 17
50.
Sensitive Skin (2005–2007)
Episode:
Here I Am
(2007)
30 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance
Davina elects to make big changes in her life so she can move on.
Director: Hugo Blick | Stars: Joanna Lumley, Jean Marsh, Patrick Barlow, Toby Longworth
Votes: 13