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Edwardian Farm

2010

Edwardian Farm

2010
9.7
Edwardian Farm is an historical documentary TV series in twelve parts, first shown on BBC Two from November 2010 to January 2011. It depicts a group of historians trying to run a farm like it was done during the Edwardian era. It was made for the BBC by independent production company Lion Television and filmed at Morwellham Quay, an historic quay in Devon. The farming team was historian Ruth Goodman and archaeologists Alex Langlands and Peter Ginn. The series was devised and produced by David Upshal and directed by Stuart Elliott. The series is a development from two previous series Victorian Farm and Victorian Pharmacy which were among BBC Two's biggest hits of 2009 and 2010, garnering audiences of up to 3.8 million per episode. The series was followed by Wartime Farm in September 2012, featuring the same team but this time in Hampshire on Manor Farm, living a full calendar year as wartime farmers. An associated book by Goodman, Langlands, and Ginn, also titled Edwardian Farm, was published in 2010 by BBC Books.
The Nightmare Neighbour Next Door

2014

The Nightmare Neighbour Next Door

2014
6.5
Colchester man Andy welcomed his new neighbour David with open arms. But when David started to come between Andy and his wife Irene, the friendship quickly soured. Pensioner Peter took no prisoners when Gary moved in next door and started making all sorts of complaints, and the peace of the Dorset countryside ...
BBQ Pitmasters

2009

BBQ Pitmasters

2009
5.4
BBQ Pitmasters is an American reality television series which follows barbecue cooks as they compete for cash and prizes in barbecue cooking competitions.
Freelancers

2019

Freelancers

2019
9
Five broke millennials struggle to build their video production company despite their limited resources, lack of experience, and living in a small, quirky town.
The Life & Murder of Nicole Brown Simpson

2024

The Life & Murder of Nicole Brown Simpson

2024
8.5
Nicole Brown Simpson's murder and O.J. Simpson‘s proclaimed innocence have been the subject of scrutiny for years. Now Nicole's sisters Denise, Dominique, and Tanya – and her closest friends — come forward for the first time to share her truth following one of the most notorious crimes and trials in history.
Bonaparte: The Egyptian Campaign

2017

Bonaparte: The Egyptian Campaign

2017
7.2
In the spring of 1798, Napoleon set out with 38,000 men and 10,000 sailors to conquer Egypt.
Moses the Lawgiver

1975

Moses the Lawgiver

1975
7
The Story of the Exodus or freedom of Hebrews from Egypt is told from a perspective that highlights Moses' efforts to persuade first the stubborn Pharaoh Merneptah, who was his adopted cousin, to release his workforce of slaves. Then, once free and in the wilderness en route to the Promised Land, Moses must prove to be a pious and patient leader or lawgiver to a people who still think they want more out of him or God. For 40 years, Moses must carry on this load and challenge for God and Israel. With the help of his brother Aaron and Joshua, the people of Israel are officially born or created centuries ago when God promised and vowed to Jacob that he would be the father of a mighty nation.
PJ Masks (Shorts)

2017

PJ Masks (Shorts)

2017
9.3
In this series, we get to see the PJ Masks’ shorter missions.
Transformers: Rescue Bots Academy

2018

Transformers: Rescue Bots Academy

2018
7
Five students of the Rescue Bots Training Academy from Cybertron—Hot Shot, Whirl, Medix, Hoist and Wedge—learn to respond to emergency situations and become heroes.
1916 Seachtar na Cásca

2010

1916 Seachtar na Cásca

2010
3.7
Documentary on the 7 signatories of the 1916 Easter Proclamation.
Extremely Dangerous

1999

Extremely Dangerous

1999
Extremely Dangerous is a 1999 four part series for ITV starring Sean Bean as an ex-National Criminal Intelligence Service undercover agent who is convicted of the brutal murder of his wife and child. He goes on the run to try and clear his name, starting with a strange clue sent to him in prison.
Red Bull Soapbox Race

2025

Red Bull Soapbox Race

2025
10
Hosted by NASCAR Hall of Famer Dale Earnhardt Jr. and motorsports announcer Mike Bagley, the series features amateur teams as they design and build one-of-a-kind, gravity-powered soapbox racers that compete - and crash - on intricate, downhill courses.
Steve

2017

Steve

2017
6
After ending his Chicago-based show, Steve Harvey heads to Los Angeles to host a new weekday syndicated program aiming to bring a late night atmosphere to the afternoon.
Sydney Harbour Force

2017

Sydney Harbour Force

2017
An exploration of the struggles and triumphs of various enforcement officers who patrol Sydney Harbour.
Baked With Love: Holiday

2025

Baked With Love: Holiday

2025
10
10 talented pairs of home bakers face off in a warm-hearted, family- recipe bake-off. They will infuse their heritage, personal stories, and cherished family recipes into classic bakes with a holiday twist and serve their dishes to a panel of expert judges.
An Angel For May

2002

An Angel For May

2002
This family-friendly miniseries tells the tale of a young boy who is transported from the present to WWII-era England, where he attempts to reorder events and change history.
Hard Times

1977

Hard Times

1977
5
Hard Times is a four-part British television drama miniseries based on Charles Dickens' 1854 novel of the same name, a survey of English society and a satirisation of 19th century social and economic conditions. Wealthy, retired Coketown merchant Thomas Gradgrind devotes his life to a philosophy of rationalism, self-interest, and fact. He raises his eldest children, Louisa and Tom, according to this philosophy and never allows them to engage in fanciful or imaginative pursuits.
Psychic Investigators

2006

Psychic Investigators

2006
Real-life detective thrillers which combine stylized dramatic reconstructions, unique archive and compelling interviews with key characters.
Baking with Julia

1996

Baking with Julia

1996
8
Baking With Julia is an American television cooking program produced by Julia Child and the name of the book which accompanied the series. Each episode featured one pastry chef or baker who demonstrates professional techniques that can be performed in a home kitchen. It was taped primarily in Child's Cambridge, Massachusetts house and was aired over four television seasons from 1996 to 1999; it is still occasionally aired in reruns on Create on PBS digital stations. The series was created as a spinoff of the Cooking with Master Chefs series due to a significant response to the baking episodes and was a nation co-production of A La Carte Communications and Maryland Public Television. The accompanying book was written by baker and food writer Dorie Greenspan with assistance from Child and food tester David Nussbaum, and includes brief biographical sketches of the chefs involved in the show.
Jamie Oliver: Together

2021

Jamie Oliver: Together

2021
8.5
In this delicious series, Jamie brings us together with his step-by-step guides to creating mouth-watering food so we can celebrate the moments we've missed and create new memories with our loved ones