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Leave it to Todhunter

Leave it to Todhunter (1958)

Leave it to Todhunter

Long lost six part BBC serial about a man who commits the perfect murder only for his deed to have unexpected consequences. 'Full of suspense and a great deal of humour - in some cases rather macabre'

Quiller

Quiller (1975)

Quiller

British spy series starring Michael Jayston as a covert operative who is sent on various missions across the globe to retrieve missing documentation, prevent secrets from falling into the hands of the enemy, or eliminate those whom Her Majesty's Government wishes to disappear

Crime and Punishment

Crime and Punishment (1979)

Crime and Punishment

Gripping BBC adaptation of Dostoevsky's timeless masterpiece, starring John Hurt as Raskolnikov, a troubled young student who grapples with his philosophical beliefs and the chilling consequences of his actions

The Kumars at No. 42

The Kumars at No. 42 (2001)

The Kumars at No. 42

With critical acclaim, multiple prestigious awards including International Emmys and a Peabody Award, and a lasting legacy, The Kumars at No. 42 was a trailblazer in British television

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.'