Sam is a drama set in the coalfields of Yorkshire in the inter-war period.
Peeping Tom follows the story of Mark Lewis, a voyeuristic filmmaker who becomes a serial killer. Obsessed with capturing fear on camera, Mark documents his murders while struggling with the traumatic childhood experiences that shaped his psychopathic tendencies.
During World War II, the Royal Navy pursues the German navy in a battle on the River Plate in Montevideo, Uruguay.
Barrie Ingham (The Caesars) stars as Joe Hine, an international arms dealer battling to stay one step ahead of the competition in this rapidly paced and typically stylish ATV drama series from the creator of The Plane Makers and The Power Game Wilfred Greatorex. Hine operates alone in a multi-billion-pound market dominated by a handful of monolithic corporations. His closest rival is arms firm Pendles, where Astor Harris (Paul Eddington) is head of weapons sales; he also faces regular tussles with Walpole Gibb (Colin Gordon), a hostile official at the Department of Arms Disposal Overseas. While they form a duplicitous alliance, business rivalry and red tape are often the least of Hine's problems: from blackmail, diplomatic double-dealing and bribery to armed insurrection and kidnapping, his line of work ensures intrigue and danger are ever-present.
In 1912, the unsinkable Titanic sinks after hitting an iceberg, leading to a devastating maritime disaster. The film depicts the ship's crew, passengers, and their struggle for survival in the icy waters of the North Atlantic.
In this sci-fi disaster film, a newspaper reporter in 1960s England investigates the cause of Earth's rising temperatures and discovers that nuclear bomb testing has shifted the Earth's axis, resulting in catastrophic climate changes.
During World War II, a British naval fleet is sent on a mission to sink the German battleship Bismarck in the North Atlantic. The fleet faces challenges and sacrifices as they engage in a deadly naval combat.
A writer in London investigates the activities of a satanic cult led by an evil priest. He discovers that a young woman is about to give birth to the devil's child, and he must try to stop the cult before it's too late.
The Small Back Room follows the life of a bomb disposal expert in England during World War II. The expert faces various challenges, including alcoholism and the pressure to develop a top-secret weapon. As he navigates these difficulties, he must also deal with personal issues and the constant threat of danger.
A seductive nurse gets involved in a murder plot to inherit a millionaire's fortune. She seduces the wealthy old man and orchestrates his death by pushing him down the stairs. However, her plans are complicated by the arrival of an uncle who suspects foul play. As the investigation progresses, the nurse's web of lies unravels, leading to a deadly game of deception and betrayal.
In a small village, people are turning up dead with their heads completely turned to stone. As the villagers try to understand the reason behind the murders, they discover that a Gorgon from Greek mythology is responsible. A university professor, with the help of a sceptical police inspector, tries to put an end to the killings and uncover the truth behind the Gorgon's reign of terror.
In 1944, a group of Norwegian resistance fighters known as the 633 Squadron are tasked with destroying a Nazi-controlled factory. Led by their fearless leader, a newlywed couple, the squadron faces numerous challenges as they navigate behind enemy lines. With their lives on the line, they must complete their mission to disrupt the German war efforts.
In the early 1900s, a Russian Jew wrongfully accused of murder fights for justice in a corrupt system. The film delves into his struggle to maintain his faith and identity while facing anti-Semitism and institutional injustice.
During World War II in Malaya, a British rubber plantation owner and a Chinese guerilla fighter team up to resist the Japanese occupation while struggling with their own personal conflicts.
In the 1960s, a detective is assigned to investigate a murder case in Brighton, England, where a dismembered body is found. As he delves into the investigation, he uncovers a web of secrets and suspects, leading him closer to the truth.
During World War II, an army lieutenant escapes from a German prisoner-of-war camp in Kent, England. He embarks on a dangerous journey across the frozen lake district, pursued by German soldiers and their scent hounds. In order to survive, he must use his wits, bravery, and resourcefulness to outsmart the enemy and make his way to safety in Canada.
A comedy about the clash between a businesswoman and her new male colleague, leading to a series of humorous attempts at murder and cultural clashes.
Sea Devils is a 1953 movie set during the Napoleonic War, in which a British spy infiltrates a French coastal town to rescue a countess and uncover a traitor. This action-packed film features rowboat and sailboat chases, coded messages, espionage, and thrilling escapes.
During World War II, an Indian soldier faces a court-martial after being accused of accidental murder. He must navigate the complexities of a kangaroo court-martial while dealing with social prejudices and fighting for justice.
Inheritance was a 1967 Granada produced ITV drama based on a 1932 novel by Phyllis Bentley. The ten-part period drama revolved around the fortunes of the Oldroyds, a Yorkshire mill owning family from 1812 to 1965. The early part of the series featured the Luddite riots involving the burning of mills and the subsequent execution of those responsible. The series turned the expression "There's trouble at t'mill" into a catchphrase. The series featured Michael Goodliffe, John Thaw and James Bolam in leading roles over the generations. Each new generation saw Goodliffe and Thaw playing father and eldest son with Bolam usually playing the part of the younger son. The series also included later books by Phyllis Bentley including The Rise of Henry Morcar and A Man of His Time.