A look back at television appearances by legends of the silver screen, using archive footage to tell the story of their lives and careers.
After the death of Princess Diana, Queen Elizabeth II struggles with her reaction to a sequence of events nobody could have predicted. The film follows the Queen as she deals with the aftermath of Diana's death, including the division it causes within the senior members of the Royal Family. While the Queen initially views Diana's funeral as a private affair and argues that the funeral arrangements should be left to Diana's own family, the public outcry and pressure from Prime Minister Tony Blair lead her to make a series of public statements and appearances in an effort to regain the public's confidence and modernize the monarchy.
On New Year's Eve, a luxury cruise ship called the Poseidon is struck by a massive wave and capsizes, leaving the passengers and crew trapped inside. A group of survivors must navigate through the upside-down ship, facing various obstacles and dangers, as they try to find a way to escape before time runs out.
The Glass Virgin is a mesmerizing TV mini-series set in 1870s England. Based on a novel, it explores the captivating story of a young girl named Annabella who faces various challenges in her life and strives to find love and happiness. Filled with drama and romance, this period drama takes viewers on an emotional journey through the societal norms and conflicts of the time.
A psychiatrist takes a job at an asylum and uncovers the shocking truth behind the patients and staff. As he delves deeper into the mysterious happenings, he realizes that his own sanity is at stake.
Collision is a TV mini-series about the aftermath of a car crash involving multiple storylines and secrets. It explores the investigation led by a female police officer, unraveling a complex web of murder, cover-ups, and human smuggling. The collision serves as a catalyst for a series of events that connect the lives of various characters, revealing the butterfly effect of random events.
Series about the life of Nancy Astor who was the first woman to take her seat in the House of Commons.
Commander Adam Dalgliesh is consulted by one of his literary heroes when Peverell Press staff fall victim to a rash of hate mail. When the body of an editor is discovered and another member of the venerable firm is found dead soon after, Dalgliesh and his team—Detective Inspectors Kate Miskin and Daniel Aron—turn to the past to track down a murderer who seems prepared to kill and kill again.
Ice Cold in Alex is a 1958 British war film that follows a group of British soldiers as they try to escape North Africa during World War II. The soldiers face various challenges and dangers as they make their way to safety, including treacherous desert conditions, enemy forces, and their own personal demons. The film explores themes of bravery, friendship, and sacrifice.
Shirley Valentine, a bored housewife from Liverpool, England, takes a vacation to Greece where she discovers a new lease on life and embarks on a middle-aged romance.
Bat Out of Hell is a British thriller television serial created by Francis Durbridge and originally aired on BBC Two from 26 November to 24 December 1966. The series followed two lovers, Diana Stewart and Mark Paxton, who are haunted by the voice of Diana's husband over the telephone after he is murdered by the couple. Inspector Clay, played by Dudley Foster, was the detective inspector who headed the police investigation.
In the midst of the Cold War, a British woman and a Russian man meet in Barbados. As their relationship unfolds, they become entangled in a web of surveillance, faked deaths, and political intrigue. The woman finds herself torn between her loyalty to her country and her growing feelings for the man. In a world of secrets and hidden agendas, they must navigate the treacherous waters of love and loyalty.
Victim is a 1961 British crime drama film directed by Basil Dearden, starring Dirk Bogarde and Sylvia Syms. The plot revolves around a barrister, Melville Farr, who is being blackmailed for having a homosexual affair. As the blackmail ring targets other gay men, Farr teams up with a police officer to uncover and bring down the criminal operation. The film deals with themes of homophobia, social commentary, and the struggle for gay rights in 1960s England.
A self-satisfied, upper-middle-class husband discovers that his marital infidelities have caused him to contract AIDS.
Bunny and the Bull tells the story of Stephen, an agoraphobic man who embarks on a virtual journey through his memories after his best friend Bunny goes missing.
In the midst of the American Civil War, a group of outlaws, including a former preacher and a prostitute, embark on a violent journey of revenge and redemption. Their actions lead to a downward spiral of violence, as they encounter confederate raiders, marauders, and law enforcement in their pursuit. Along the way, they face personal demons, father-son relationships, and the harsh realities of life in the 1860s.
An American architect in Hong Kong falls in love with Suzie Wong, a young woman struggling to make a living as a prostitute. Despite the cultural barriers and social prejudices, they embark on a passionate and tumultuous relationship.
Marching down the Italian peninsula to sack ancient Rome, Etruscan warrior Drusco instead offers to hold back his onslaught if the Romans hand over hostages, including Clelia, the sexy leader of a clan of woman warriors. But before long, intrigue and betrayal unravel the fragile peace. Directors Carlo Ludovico Bragaglia and Vittorio Cottafavi helm this vintage sword-and-sandal epic.
Set in a retirement home, a young boy crosses paths with a retired magician. As they bond, they navigate through themes of loneliness, aging, and the magic of friendship.
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.