An ex-Army officer armed with savings but no street sense stumbles into post-war Britain’s civilian jungle, becoming easy prey for spivs and schemers in this witty, lost 1958 BBC comedy-drama
Another 'lost' TV series, this time featuring Arthur Lowe, off-duty from Warmington-on-Sea, sporting a beard, and playing eccentric amateur detective Phineas Drake, in a whodunnit drama with comedic overtones
Star Maidens delivers a gleefully camp slice of 1970s sci‑fi, built on a bold role reversal premise where men flee a matriarchal planet after it is knocked out of orbit and drifts into Earth's solar system
"The toughest sea in the world" - that's how the oilmen look upon the North Sea. Cold, grey, stormy - Triumph Oil are up against a deadline. Time, weather, supplies - everything is against them. Is it an impossible deadline?
In the Edwardian twilight of 1907, English Captain Robert Virgin of the Royal Dragoons, is intent on defending the British Empire, or what remains of it, on behalf of the British Secret Service
A family already strained by ambition, resentment, and emotional fatigue unravels when young Janet Freeman vanishes, forcing Clive and Lucy into a desperate reckoning as their collapsing marriage becomes the backdrop to a deepening mystery
A laid‑back secret agent gains the power of temporary invisibility after a radiation accident, using a wrist‑mounted "DNA stabilizer" to vanish for 15 minutes a day while tackling high‑risk missions for a government agency
A hidden ocean civilisation rises to challenge humanity, plunging the world into panic as one man races to stop a catastrophic war between land and sea—where ancient grievances, political chaos, and fragile diplomacy decide the planet’s fate
Robert Hardy stars as a wealthy, brilliant, and endlessly curious eccentric with a taste for probing the occult and confronting manifestations of ancient terror, in a tantalising BBC drama that feels less like a failed experiment and more like a missed opportunity
A forgotten BBC drama turns a single 1970s road crash into a bold, non-linear "television novel", exploring fate, fractured lives and tough social issues through an impressive cast and gripping, experimental storytelling
Part sci-fi serial, part interactive quiz, Captain Zep – Space Detective was a boldly imaginative children’s series that invited its audience to solve intergalactic crimes amid animated worlds and live-action adventure
British police procedural set in Brighton, following frontline officers as they balance demanding personal lives with the realities of modern policing, blending gritty crime, humour and human drama
In the Ohio wilderness of 1800, a settler family’s log cabin becomes a battleground, as siege, divided loyalties and desperate choices test courage and survival on a perilous American frontier in this 'lost' BBC series
Ground-breaking British teen drama that follows groups of Bristol teenagers through love, loss, rebellion, and identity, portraying adolescence with raw honesty, shifting casts, and unflinching emotional intensity
Hard‑hitting wartime drama that follows the courageous women sent behind enemy lines in occupied France during the Second World War, revealing their perilous missions, hidden identities, and emotional and physical sacrifices
From deep within the morgue at St. Patrick's Hospital in London's East End, Dr. Iain McCallum and Dr. Angela Moloney along with a team of brilliant pathologists and detectives help the dead tell their stories
A powerful, now-lost 1951 TV adaptation of John Galsworthy’s (The Forsyte Saga) 1920s play: class against ambition, honour against ruthlessness, and a fight that costs more than anyone expects
From covert CIA dealings and Cold War intrigue to a supersonic, weapons-loaded chopper hidden in the desert, Airwolf wasn’t just another action show—it was a full-throttle, high-tech thrill ride
Before social media turned everyone into instant critics, Britons channelled their grievances, praise and perplexities into Points of View—the BBC’s politely indignant clearinghouse for national opinion, where a good, strong letter was the ultimate act of rebellion
Step back into the slick, stylish world of 1960s espionage! Discover how The Man From U.N.C.L.E. became television’s coolest spy phenomenon—full of daring missions, iconic gadgets, unforgettable stars, and a legacy that still thrills today
Step back into the wonderfully wacky world of Robert’s Robots! From opera-singing androids to robots in love with gas cookers, rediscover the 1970s kids’ sitcom that blended sci-fi, slapstick and pure nostalgia
Treasure hunter Allan Quatermain journeys into Africa’s perilous heart in search of King Solomon’s legendary mines—facing ruthless enemies, ancient secrets, and deadly trials in a sweeping 2004 miniseries of danger, romance, and high adventure
Spun off from the Moroccan-set series Crane, Orlando brought beloved character actor Sam Kydd to centre stage for the first time, starring in this lively 1960s children’s adventure show that transformed him from perennial supporting player into an unlikely teatime hero
Juliet Mills’ striking ITV debut, also starring Annette Crosbie and Leonard Rossiter, was a daring dramatic play about young marriages, bohemian nights, and the painful “morning after.” A timeless look at love, loss, and growing up too soon.
Tom and Jerry have been causing delightful chaos for 85 years! From Oscar-winning slapstick to unlikely moments of friendship, discover how this iconic cat-and-mouse duo became animation legends. Ready for a nostalgic chase down memory lane?
Remember the glossy world of late-80s high finance? Discover the fierce rivalry, sumptuous country estates and sharp wit behind this 'lost' ITV gem as we uncover its charm, drama and enduring intrigue
Step inside the tense interrogation rooms of WWII Britain with Spycatcher—the BBC’s gripping, dialogue-driven spy drama that turned Bernard Archard into a star. Discover the real-life intrigue, critics’ praise, and enduring legacy behind this forgotten television gem
63 years on from JFK's assassination, his legacy continuing to shape history and memory, we revisit the miniseries that captured a nation’s hope and heartbreak. While perhaps overshadowed by flashier successors, it remains a significant cultural document
A reluctant witch and enigmatic vampire are drawn together in a forbidden romance sparked by the discovery of an ancient manuscript, thrusting them into a perilous struggle against rival supernatural factions desperate to claim its secrets
Michael Caine, Bob Hoskins, and John Lithgow ignite a gripping miniseries where towering performances collide with history’s fiercest battles, delivering power, intrigue, and unforgettable drama in a clash of legends that demands attention
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A self-absorbed middle-class couple are preparing to take early retirement in the south of France. But when their estranged son and his wife are killed, they are forced to return to Britain to become guardians to their three troublesome grandchildren
Drama series that blended emotional realism with the social concerns of its time as an 'agony aunt' in a national magazine gets far too involved with the people she offers advice to
The Goods and the Leadbetters plan their respective Christmases, but when Margo discovers her tree is too short, Christmas is very nearly cancelled...
Diana Rigg gives an award-winning performance in a gripping, disturbing and compelling short series about her character's obsessional maternal love and the lengths she will go to to exact revenge on her ex husband
Launched in 1969 with high hopes, Hollywood flair, and a hefty budget, this international co-production promised exotic adventure and international appeal. Riptide aimed for the stars, but sadly it splash-landed somewhere in the shallows
Jean Price is the idealistic, newly-elected Labour Party Member of Parliament - trapped in a man's world, a place where bureaucracy and blather cheerfully co-exist...
The Saint enthralled audiences in the UK and the USA as well as in Europe and Australia in the 1960s. Its style, appealing lead, and fast-paced plots helped it transcend national borders to become a staple of international television, and still retains its charm today
A diverse group of international students hilariously struggles to learn English under their exasperated teacher. Despite criticism for stereotypes, it gained a cult following in countries learning English
A classic British sitcom born from a forgotten radio script, To the Manor Born paired Penelope Keith and Peter Bowles in a charming battle of class and romance, becoming one of television's most beloved and successful comedies
The Cruel Necessity dramatises the 1649 trial of Charles I using much of the original courtroom dialogue, exploring Oliver Cromwell's justification for the King's execution and the moral, legal, and political consequences of this historic event
A suave private investigator navigates the glitz and danger of 1970s Las Vegas, with a guest cast that is a veritible Who's Who of American talent, solving crimes with charm and style in a city that never sleeps
Arguably the definitive depiction of Gotham City's legendary Dark Knight vigilante...
Heart warming French series about an orphan boy who befriends a dog.
Swashbuckling adventure set during the English Civil War - seen through the eyes of two families; the Laceys, loyal to King Charles I, and the Fletchers, loyal to Oliver Cromwell
