Terry Leather, a struggling car salesman, is approached by his friend Martine Love with an opportunity to rob a bank in London. Along with a crew of petty criminals, they dig a tunnel under a restaurant to reach the bank vault. However, Terry discovers Martine's hidden agenda when they find compromising photos of high-ranking officials. As the police and a gangster get involved, Terry must navigate a web of corruption to ensure the safety of his crew and himself.
The Irish R.M. refers to a series of books by the Anglo-Irish novelists Somerville and Ross, and the television comedy-drama series based on them. They are set in turn of the 20th century west of Ireland.
To the Manor Born follows the story of an upper-class woman, Audrey Fforbes-Hamilton, who is forced to adapt to a middle-class lifestyle after her husband dies and she loses her manor. While she tries to maintain her previous lifestyle, she encounters challenges and forms an unlikely romance with a businessman. The series is set in a rural area and combines elements of comedy and romance.
Only When I Laugh is a comedic TV show that takes place in a hospital. It follows the lives of a group of doctors and nurses who often find themselves in hilarious situations. From misunderstandings to outrageous pranks, this sitcom guarantees laughter.
Peter Bowles gives a memorable performance as Fleet Street's most successful gossip columnist, Neville Lytton. Co-created by Bowles, this highly popular drama started life as a single play in the Storyboard anthology before continuing through two critically acclaimed series. Featuring appearances by Gwen Taylor, Ralph Bates, Pamela Salem, Jean Kent, Elspet Gray and Lee Patterson, this set comprises both series alongside the original Storyboard play. Suave, shrewd and with an instinct for a good story (tempered by a strong sense of fair play and occasional threats of litigation...), Neville Lytton is justly famed for the Gossip Diary that peps up the pages of The Daily News. Society tit-bits often give way to high-profile exposés, however, when Lytton and his colleagues stumble upon shady dealings, corruption at the highest levels, cover-ups and con-artists...
In 1960s London, a fashion photographer accidentally captures a murder on his camera. As he investigates the mysterious images, he becomes immersed in a world of suspicion, illusion, and surreal encounters. With the help of a mysterious woman, he tries to uncover the truth while losing his sense of reality.
The Bounder is a British sitcom which ran from 16 April 1982 to 28 October 1983, made by Yorkshire Television. The series starred Peter Bowles as Howard Booth, an ex-convict who served two years in jail. He lives with Trevor Mountjoy who's his brother in law, and his wife Mary Rosalind Ayres. The latter left after Series one in 1982. It also starred Isla Blair as the next door widowed neighbour, Laura Miles. This series was created by Eric Chappell.
This seven-part series from ATV was set in the Victorian era and based on a story published in 1882 by F. Anstey, the pseudonym of Thomas Anstey Guthrie. 13-year-old Dick Bultitude (Paul Spurrier) wishes he didn’t have to return to school, but having made his wish over the magical Garuda stone – a talisman given to him by his Uncle Marmaduke (Jeremy Child) – he finds himself magically transformed into his dapper but pompous 42-year-old businessman father Paul (Peter Bowles) – and vice versa.
Executive Stress is a British sitcom that aired on ITV from 1986 to 1988. Produced by Thames Television, it first aired on 20 October 1986. After three series, the last episode aired on 27 December 1988. Written by George Layton, Executive Stress stars Penelope Keith as Caroline Fairchild, a middle-aged woman who decides to go back to work. Her husband, Donald, is played by Geoffrey Palmer in the first series. However, Palmer was unable to return for the second series, so Peter Bowles played Donald in the last two series. Keith and Bowles had previously appeared in together in To the Manor Born.
A physicist and a medium are hired to investigate the Belasco House, known as the Hell House, where previous investigations have led to death and madness. As they explore the mansion, they encounter paranormal phenomena and are confronted with the battle between science and the supernatural.
The Offence is a neo-noir crime thriller that explores the mental breakdown of a detective investigating a child molestation case. Fueled by his own unresolved personal issues, the detective engages in a brutal interrogation that leads to a confrontation with the suspect.
After a famous chef loses his passion for cooking and his restaurant falls into decline, he gets a fresh start when he meets a food critic who helps him reinvent his menu and revitalize his career. Along the way, he also learns valuable lessons about love, family, and the importance of following one's dreams.
The Crezz is a British television drama produced by Thames Television and shown on the ITV network in 1976. Created by Clive Exton, The Crezz was set in a fictitious West London crescent, Carlisle Crescent. The series was 12 one-hour programmes each focused on a different household.The series was broadcast on ITV at 9pm to start with but midway through it was put back to 10.35pm because the series didn't quite get the viewing figures that were hoped for.
During the Crimean War, a British cavalry unit is ordered to charge the enemy forces in a suicidal mission. The soldiers face numerous challenges and suffer heavy losses.
Endless Night (1972) is a crime drama movie based on the novel of the same name. The story follows a married couple who are faced with a curse after a mysterious murder takes place. As they investigate the case, they uncover dark secrets and deception that threaten their lives. With tension building and a faceless woman haunting their dreams, they must uncover the truth before it's too late.
Colour Me Kubrick is a dark comedy about a man named Alan Conway who pretends to be famed film director Stanley Kubrick. He uses this facade to con people out of money, alcohol, and other desirable goods. As he continues his charade, he becomes entangled in a series of bizarre and hilarious situations.
For the Love of Benji is a heartwarming movie about a dog named Benji who finds himself caught up in a thrilling adventure to save a kidnapped child. With the help of his human friends, Benji embarks on a journey filled with danger, excitement, and unexpected twists. Will Benji be able to rescue the child and save the day? Find out in this charming family film.
Off the Rails is a hilarious comedy about a woman who embarks on an interrail trip across Europe to fulfill her dying mother's final wish. Along the way, she navigates through a series of humorous and unexpected encounters, including karaoke sessions, arrests, spreading cremated ashes, giving birth, and more. With her teenage daughter and friends in tow, this directorial debut promises a wild and entertaining adventure.