Rumpole of the Bailey is a comedy-drama TV show set in London, England. Horace Rumpole, a witty barrister and World War Two veteran, takes on diverse cases at the Old Bailey. He navigates through legal proceedings, often dealing with criminal and mysterious situations. Alongside his diamond stud, Rumpole's sharp mind and unconventional style make him a formidable presence in the courtroom. The show explores themes of justice, relationships, and the complexities of the legal system.
Trevor Beasley (Richard Griffiths), a schoolteacher, has his head stuck firmly in the past, despite having a new house, a new job, and a new baby. Also stars Frances de la Tour, Tim Healy, Anita Carey, and C.J. Allen.
The time has come for Redvers Potter to relinquish his role as head of the family confectionary firm, Pottermints - his company has been taken over and he is now going into enforced retirement. His wife, Aileen, is not too happy about having her husband under her feet either, but Potter is determined to make the most of his retirement. He decides he will give people the benefit of his managerial experience - even if they don't want it.
Sorry, I'm A Stranger Here Myself was a British sitcom that aired for two seasons from 1981 to 1982. It was co-created by actor David Firth and Shelley and It Takes a Worried Man creator Peter Tilbury. The first series was co-written by Firth and Tilbury, and the second one by Firth alone. It starred Robin Bailey, David Hargreaves, veteran Anglo-Jordanian actor Nadim Sawalha, Diana Rayworth and Christopher Fulford. It was made by Thames Television for the ITV network.
I Didn't Know You Cared is a British comedy series set in a working class household in South Yorkshire in the 1970s, written by Peter Tinniswood loosely based upon his books A Touch Of Daniel, I Didn't Know You Cared and Except You're A Bird. It was broadcast by the BBC in four series from 1975 to 1979. The main characters are Carter Brandon; his Uncle Mort; his mother, Annie; his father, Les; his girlfriend, Pat Partington; and Uncle Staveley. Auntie Lil appears in the first two series. Other recurring characters, mostly from Carter's workplace, are Linda Preston; Mrs Partington; Sid Skelhorn
Charters and Caldicott is a 1985 BBC mystery series featuring the characters Charters and Caldicott from the film The Lady Vanishes. It featured six 50 minute episodes broadcast on BBC1 at 9.25pm on Thursdays from 10 January to 14 February 1985.
See No Evil is a 1971 crime thriller movie about a blind woman who becomes the target of a killer. When her family goes away for the weekend, she finds herself alone in the house and has to fight for her life against an unknown assailant. With her disability as a disadvantage, she must rely on her other senses to survive. As the tension builds, the mystery of the killer's identity and motive unravels, leading to a shocking climax.
Screamtime is a horror anthology consisting of three terrifying stories. In the first story, a puppeteer gets revenge on his abusive father. The second story takes place in Times Square and follows a masked man terrorizing a couple. The final story is about a teenage boy who encounters a killer puppet. These stories are filled with suspense and horror.
Jonas Wilde, a British secret agent licensed to kill, wants to resign from his murderous work, but his superiors pressure him into taking on a new assignment-the assassination of a defecting Soviet scientist. In the course of the dangerous mission, he discovers a mole has infiltrated British intelligence.
A pop music group embarks on a series of misadventures while being pursued by an advertising executive.
In Jane and the Lost City, a British female protagonist finds herself in an action-packed adventure in Africa during World War Two. She must navigate through dangerous situations involving Nazis, a lost city, diamonds, and a journey shown on a map. With elements of comedy, the film also features chimpanzees, African wildlife, and thrilling chases.
Winston Churchill's life in the years leading up to World War II.
Gift Horse is a 1952 movie set during World War II. The film follows a disgraced officer who is given the chance to redeem himself by leading an old destroyer on a suicide mission. Their objective is to destroy a German naval base in Saint-Nazaire, which is under Nazi occupation. The story is based on a true event and portrays the bravery and determination of the crew. As they face numerous challenges and obstacles, the film explores themes of sacrifice, redemption, and the human spirit in times of war.
In 19th century Sudan, a British officer is branded a coward for resigning his post and receiving four white feathers as a symbol of his supposed cowardice. Determined to prove himself, he disguises himself as an Arab and embarks on a dangerous journey to redeem his honor.
London police and reporters from a local newspaper go after a gang of foreign criminals.
In this stop-motion animated film, a foolish man sets off on a magical flying ship to win the hand of a princess. Along the way, he encounters various obstacles and learns the value of friendship and love.
Cartoonist Gerald Scarfe looks at that most English of things - the folly.
In Sailor of the King, a British sailor finds himself trapped in a German prisoner of war camp during World War II. He must use his resourcefulness and determination to survive the harsh conditions and find a way to escape back to his homeland. As he battles against the odds, he discovers the true strength of the human spirit.