Bridget Jones, a 30-something woman, decides to make positive changes in her life and documents her journey in a diary. She is torn between her attraction to her questionable boss, Daniel Cleaver, and the repulsive but attractive barrister, Mark Darcy. Bridget falls for Daniel, only to realize he doesn't feel the same way. Eventually, she sees the truth about Daniel and realizes her true feelings for Mark.
Set in the early 1900s, Mr Selfridge follows the story of an American businessman named Harry Selfridge as he opens a groundbreaking department store in London. Alongside his ambitious plans and marketing strategies, Harry must navigate personal and professional challenges in a rapidly changing society.
Sanditon is a TV show that takes place in a 19th-century seaside resort in England. The story revolves around property development, romance, and the lives of the wealthy inhabitants of the town. It explores themes of marriage, entrepreneurship, and the social divisions of the time. The plot follows the life of a young black woman who becomes entangled in a love rivalry and finds herself in a guardian-ward relationship. As she navigates through the challenges of the village, she experiences horseback riding, matchmaking, and encounters an aspiring architect. The show also touches on family relationships, the role of the town doctor, and the class differences prevalent during the Georgian era.
Tipping the Velvet follows the story of Nan Astley, a young woman who falls in love with a male impersonator and enters the exciting and sometimes dangerous world of Victorian music halls. As their relationship develops, Nan faces challenges and discovers her own identity and sexuality.
After finding love, Bridget Jones questions if she really has everything she'd ever dreamed of having. It is another year in the life of Bridget Jones (Renee Zellweger). Things are looking up for our heroine since we last saw her. She is losing weight, has quit smoking (at least as far as her boyfriend is concerned), and she is in a completely fulfilling relationship with barrister Mark Darcy (Colin Firth). Bridget also has a successful career in television where she is an on air personality for the tabloid TV show 'Sit Up, Britain.' As we join her she is in the midst of filming a story requiring her to sky dive over the country side. After falling out of the plane and almost forgetting to pull the rip cord she finally lands safely in a pen filled with pigs. Afraid that her boss is upset over her clumsiness, she is summoned to his office only to learn that Daniel Cleaver (Hugh Grant) now works for the station too and that her boss wants them to team up on some travel pieces for the network. Not willing to be content with bliss, she becomes suspicious of Mark when he cancels their dinner date one evening. Her friends convince her that he is having an affair with the very attractive Rebecca who works at the law firm. She goes to his house to confront him and after climbing the ledge to peek into the window she falls from the roof into the bushes and is then greeted at the door by Rebecca who lets her in to the house only to find that Mark is having a meeting with some associates. Seeing that she is under stress Mark invites her on a weekend ski getaway but as soon as they arrive we discover two things - Bridget has lied about her skiing ability and Rebecca is also there. The next week Mark invites Bridget to a very important dinner given by the firm. Bridget manages to arrive late in a state of disarray and insults some of his coworkers. At dinner she begins to feel that she is out of Mark's league and that she is nothing more than an embarrassment to him. On the way home Bridget admonishes Mark for never sticking up for her in front of his pompous friends and then leaves. Weeks go by and Mark does not call. Reluctantly Bridget accepts a project working with Daniel on a piece in Thailand. On the plane Daniel saves her from the rigors of coach class by bringing her into first class with him and explains that he is no longer a skirt chaser and that she was the best thing that ever happened to him. While in Thailand, Bridget's friend Shazzer who has accompanied her on the trip meets a very attractive young man named Jed who has a love of hallucinogenic mushrooms which he slips into Bridget's food. Daniel finds Bridget at the beach in a euphoric state of mind and invites her up to his room. Almost succumbing to his advances she realizes just in time that if she sleeps with him it will be truly over between she and Mark. As she leaves she runs into a prostitute who is arriving for her nightly appointment with Daniel. The next day Bridget and Shazzer pack up to leave and to hurry things along Bridget agrees to carry the Thai Ceremonial Snake Bowl that Jed has left with them in her bag. At airport customs it is discovered that the bowl is filled with cocaine and Bridget is immediately arrested for attempting to transport illegal drugs. Daniel upon seeing the trouble that Bridget is in shrugs and gets on the plane. In prison Bridget immediately befriends the other inmates and upon hearing their stories of forced prostitution and abuse that they have had in their relationships she realizes that she had it pretty good with Mark. Days later she is pulled from the holding cell and is taken to meet with her attorney - it is Mark who tells her that he is merely the messenger and that the Thai government has agreed to show her leniency. Back home Mark confronts Daniel and asks him if he knew that Bridget had been arrested in Thailand. When he admits that he did - Mark drags him outside and they have a fight in the streets ending with both spilling into a fountain in the courtyard. Arriving in England Bridget discovers that Mark went to great lengths to hunt down Jed and extradite him so that she could be set free. She runs to Mark's house only to find Rebecca there who admits that it is Bridget whom she has had a crush on all this time and not Mark. Rebecca even proves it by kissing Bridget who is flattered, but politely turns her down. Bridget takes a taxi to Mark's office and is splashed by several passing cars. Soak and wet, she searches the building and happens upon Mark in a meeting with several important officials. They go out into the corridor and Mark finally proposes to her. In the country Bridget's parents have a ceremony to renew their vows. As they are leaving her mother tosses the bouquet and Bridget falling backwards still manages to catch it. Same ol' 'Bridg' but she is now willing to look to the future and is ready to accept that she is indeed finally happy.
Sense and Sensibility is a romantic drama TV show set in 19th century England. It follows the lives of the Dashwood sisters, Elinor and Marianne, as they navigate love, loss, and societal expectations.
Game On is a dark British comedy sitcom set in London. The story revolves around a group of flatmates and their various misadventures. With its sexual humor and clever wit, the show offers a unique perspective on modern life in the city. The main characters navigate through their friendships, agoraphobia, and the challenges of living together in a small flat. Game On is a hilarious portrayal of British humor that will keep audiences entertained throughout.
In a tale of adventure and romance, D'Artagnan joins forces with the legendary Three Musketeers to stop a double agent and her employer from seizing the French throne. Betrayal, duels, and a love triangle ensue as they navigate a web of conspiracy and fight to save Europe from war.
House of Cards follows the manipulative and ambitious Francis Underwood, who stops at nothing to gain more power in British politics.
This 8-part drama brings high romance, low treachery and magical adventure via a host of legendary characters: wise old Merlin, brave Sir Lancelot, King Arthur, ruler of all Britain and master of the Knights of the Round Table, the beguiling Queen Guinevere and her nemesis Morgan la Fay. Dark Ages wizard Merlin (Robert Eddison), weary of the barbarism around him, creates a new order of enlightenment and justice with a youthful Arthur (Andrew Burt) at its head. Merlin gifts Arthur with the magic legendary sword Excalibur to help him defeat the nobles who oppose his rule. But Arthur must also beware his half-sister Morgan (Maureen O'Brien), a sorceress who has sworn to kill him to avenge her father's death. As Morgan intensifies her plans to get revenge, she uses magic to draw Lancelot (David Robb) and Guinevere (Felicity Dean) into a passionate affair. But it is the still more traitorous Mordred (Steve Hodson) who will fatally halt Arthur's rule.
A Very Peculiar Practice is a dark comedy TV show that takes place in a university medical clinic. The story revolves around the peculiar lives of the professors, doctors, and patients, and highlights the surreal and satirical aspects of academia and the healthcare system.
Emma, a young woman living in the countryside, loves matchmaking and meddling in the affairs of others. As she navigates the challenges of courtship and love in 1810s England, she learns valuable lessons about class prejudice, snobbery, and the importance of honesty.
In The Tailor of Panama, a skilled tailor in Panama finds himself caught up in a complex web of espionage and political intrigue when he is approached by a British spy. As he becomes more involved in the dangerous game being played around him, he must navigate the murky waters of betrayal and deception to protect himself and those he cares about.
The Final Cut is a political thriller miniseries based on a novel. It follows the story of a psychopath who schemes his way to become the Prime Minister of England, navigating the treacherous world of politics, power, and betrayal.
Doctor Zhivago tells the story of Yuri Zhivago, a doctor and poet, and his love affair with Lara, a woman trapped in a loveless marriage. As they navigate the political upheaval of the Russian Revolution, their love is tested and they must make sacrifices in order to be together.
To Play the King is a TV show that follows the story of a cunning member of parliament who becomes the Prime Minister and battles against a psychopathic king to maintain his power. The show depicts the dark side of English politics, including corruption, dirty tricks, and media manipulation.
Dark Towers is a 1981 educational production by the BBC in the Look and Read series. The series remains highly popular in primary schools to this day. The show involves two main characters; Tracy and Edward. They go about their mission to stop a group, led by Miss Hawk, from stealing the treasures of Dark Towers.
Set in the 1920s, Brideshead Revisited follows the story of a young artist who becomes entangled in the lives of an aristocratic family and their country estate. As he navigates through relationships, forbidden love, and the complexities of the upper class, he discovers the true meaning of loyalty and betrayal. With themes of religion, homosexuality, and the changing social landscape of post-World War II England, this period drama explores the depths of human emotions and the struggle to maintain one's identity.
Marmalade Atkins is the naughtiest girl in the world. In fact, she's so wicked that her parents and social worker decide that the only thing to do with her is to blast her into space. But, knowing Marmalade, it's not going to be that easy!
Northanger Abbey follows Catherine Morland and her journey as she navigates the world of love and mystery in the English countryside. Set in the 19th century, the story explores themes of innocence, family relationships, and forbidden love. Catherine's journey takes her to a grand estate, where she encounters a love triangle, romantic rivals, and dark secrets hidden within the mansion.