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The Krypton Factor

The Krypton Factor (1977)

The Krypton Factor

One of the most iconic British quiz shows of the late 20th century, and for good reason. It was a unique blend of intelligence, physical skill, and mental agility, setting it apart from the typical trivia-based quiz shows of its time

Live and Kicking

Live & Kicking (1993)

Live and Kicking

Over three hours of Saturday morning children's entertainment originally presented by Andi Peters – fresh from the Broom Cupboard – and Emma Forbes, which later entered the height of its popularity when it was presented by Zoe Ball and Jamie Theakston

Hetty Wainthropp Investigates

Hetty Wainthropp Investigates (1995)

Hetty Wainthropp Investigates

A retired housewife decides to become a private investigator. With assistance from a reformed shoplifter and her husband Robert, combined with her own common sense, Hetty is confident she can solve any case

Dalziel and Pascoe

Dalziel and Pascoe (1996)

Dalziel and Pascoe

A successful police drama that aired for 12 series on BBC One from 1996 to 2007. However, if it had stayed on ITV when initially produced as a three-part miniseries titled A Pinch of Snuff, it might have only been remembered as an abject failure

The Colour of Magic

The Colour of Magic (2008)

The Colour of Magic

Following the success of Hogfather, Terry Pratchett's earlier Discworld novels were adapted for the small screen. Blending fantasy and comedy, the story follows a naïve tourist and an incompetent wizard who are roped into a series of misadventures

Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman

Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (1994)

Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman

Casting a fresh look on a timeless legend, this exciting, action-packed series focused on the interpersonal dynamics and relationships that define Lois, Clark and Superman. 'The first love triangle with only two people.'

The Fantastic Adventures of 4-T

The Fantastic Adventures of 4-T (1984)

The Fantastic Adventures of 4-T

A fun, retro-style cartoon where a dog and his friends tackle different villains and monsters, all presented in a charming, pixelated animation style that was cutting-edge for its time.

Taxi

Taxi! (1963)

Taxi

Sid Stone is a London cab driver who often gets tangled up in the problems of others, usually through no fault of his own, in a rare straight role for Sid James. With only one episode surviving, we see how far this particular taxi will take us

Nanny and the Professor

Nanny and the Professor (1970)

Nanny and the Professor

As Professor Everett's fifth housekeeper in a year quits in utter frustration at trying to keep order in his chaotic household, a new, uninvited one, presents herself at his front door. But how did she know she would be needed?

Chopper Squad

Chopper Squad (1976)

Chopper Squad

Preceding 'Baywatch' by over ten years, 'Chopper Squad' was an Australian action/adventure series which featured sun, surf and beachside rescues