When TV Goes Horribly Wrong

Sarah Greene narrates a compilation of infamous moments from television history when programmes went disastrously wrong. Among the incidents featured are the death of Tommy Cooper in mid-performance, an invasion of the BBC news studios, and the wrong Miss Universe being crowned in front of 200 million viewers worldwide. Anthea Turner shares her memories of nearly being blown up when a pyrotechnic effect went wrong

A compilation of illusions that went spectacularly badly, including several cases where magicians nearly died for their act. Escapologist Spencer Horsmann nearly drowned three times performing his water tank act, while Canadian magician Dean Gunnarson was pronounced dead after being fished out of a river following a stunt, and Shahid Malik has suffered both serious burns and a 40-foot fall from illusions gone wrong. Plus, mishaps featuring famous magicians including Dynamo, Paul Daniels and David Blaine.

Entertaining compilation of live TV's greatest fails. Expect technical catastrophes, violent outbursts and some very awkward silences. From the The Wright Stuff episode which got off to a flying stop, to the day Lorraine Kelly was forced off the air, get the mortifying inside stories from the people who were there.

A host of well-known contributors recall some of the infamous incidents involving famous faces embroiled in everything from sex scandals to televised meltdowns. Diff'rent Strokes star Todd Bridges lifts the lid on co-star Gary Coleman's decline and fall, journalist Julie Kaufman recalls her battle with Icelandic pop star Bjork, and East 17's Brian Harvey reveals the truth about his infamous car crash.

A collection of car-crash chat show moments featuring boozy guests, stroppy hosts, technical trouble and on-screen bust-ups, including Spike Milligan giving a fellow guest a piece of his mind on Wogan, David Blane remaining mute during questioning and Denzel Washington revealing his dark side.

Dale Winton narrates a compilation of disastrous game show moments. Featuring contestants on The Million Pound Drop failing to pay attention to a question with a fortune at stake, the least successful player to appear on The Chase, the woman who broke her leg on The Krypton Factor and still finished third and the Princess Diana-themed episode of Channel 5 quiz show 100%.

Nostalgic romp through classic kids TV disasters. Scary puppets, rampant animals, inappropriate behaviour and unpredictable kids are just some of the things that have left viewers through the years shocked, confused or just howling with laughter. Narrated by Andi Peters.

Kate Thornton introduces a countdown of disastrous moments from TV talent shows, featuring first-hand contributions from stars including Pete Waterman, Arlene Phillips, Brenda Edwards and Nicola Ward, the Popstars: The Rivals contestant who walked away from the chance to be in Girls Aloud. Plus, Marie Osmond fainting on air in Dancing with the Stars and the Dancing on Ice contestant who nearly got a skate in the eye.

Vicky Pattison narrates a countdown of disastrous incidents on reality shows, including Lee Otway's breakdown on Celebrity Love Island and a sex tape featuring one of the stars of Ex on the Beach. With contributions from Sean Fletcher, Alison Hammond, Vogue Williams, Nikki Grahame, Bianca Gascoigne, Paul Danan and Jessie Cave.

Narrated by Richard Bacon, this three-hour special collection features epic fails from some of the nation’s best-loved TV hosts. Includes Esther Rantzen’s on-screen arrest, Anne Diamond’s shock during a life drawing segment, and Richard Wyatt’s encounter with a low-flying plane.

Richard Bacon narrates a compilation of disasters befalling TV presenters, featuring mishaps involving Phillip Schofield, Anne Diamond, Denis Tuohy, Ross King, Charlotte Crosby and Stephen Bear, as well as other presenters from around the world. The show looks back at technical problems on the opening night of BBC2 and some unexpected nudity on daytime TV.

Clips show with Julian Clary, revealing the moments when laughter turns to tears. Includes the times a health scare soured the limelight for Little and Large, a stunt-fight turned to disaster for russell Howard, and a ketchup-drenched photo got Kathy Griffin in hot water. Commentary by Arthur Smith, Ruth Madoc, Hattie Hayridge and more.

Julian Clary narrates some award-ceremony shockers including Samantha Fox blundering through the Brits, Gemma Collins falling through a trap door, and Madonna's cape disaster.

Moira Stewart narrates a selection of times when the news made the headlines, including the President of Estonia walking out of an interview, Krishnan Guru-Murthy's most awkward moment and Professor Robert Kelly being upstaged by his children.

Angela Rippon hosts this three-hour celebration of the iconic annual musical extravaganza, including the times when it goes horribly wrong. Recall classic moments like missed cues, mistranslated lyrics, big hair and bad rapping, with many Eurovision contestants giving their personal take.

Clip show narrated by Noddy Holder, collecting the unplanned and unwanted but often hilarious moments that have beset the world of TV during the festive season. From Christmas trees that won't stand up to kids toys that won't shut up, via the worst Christmas movie ever and some distinctly misguided TV ads that missed the Christmas spirit entirely.

Sarah Greene presents a collection of epic TV fails.

Andi Peters narrates a selection of disasters from children's programmes, with contributions by presenters Sally James, Andi Akinwolere, Sarah Greene and Valerie Singleton. Featuring the time Ant and Dec took things too far on a Saturday morning, entertainer Rod Hull finding himself in a pickle on a live TV phone-in, and one angry contestant throwing a strop on Gamesmaster.

Good Morning Britain co-host Kate Garraway narrates this showcase of unforgettable moments involving TV guests. Gloria Hunniford tells the story of when Bruce Forsyth went walkabout on her chat show, ex-cricketer Monty Panesar relives his disastrous appearance on Celebrity Mastermind, while Jenni Falconer remembers her embarrassing encounter with David Hasselhoff, which caused an audience of millions to cringe. Plus, Star Trek actor William Shatner is seen at his most bizarre. Other less-than-perfect moments involve the likes of Phillip Schofield, Jonathan Ross and legendary punk rock hell-raiser John Lydon.

Richard Madeley narrates this collection of clips featuring less-than-perfect moments from some of the nation's favourite TV shows and stars. They include Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby on This Morning, Dick & Dom in Da Bungalow, Tenable's Warwick Davis and Anne Robinson on The Weakest Link.

Chris Tarrant narrates a collection of less-than-perfect moments from some of the nation's favourite shows from the 1960s right up to the present day. Including Steve Martin causing chaos with a pair of scissors on Parkinson, a puppy taking a shine to Gordon the Gopher on Going Live! and Noel Edmonds suffering an injury live in front of millions on The Late Late Breakfast Show.

Less-than-perfect moments from some of the nation's favourite shows over the years. From the black and white days of the 1960s and Dixon of Dock Green, to the 1970s and The Generation Game, right through the 80s, 90s and 00s to the present day. There are disastrous moments from classic stars, including Lenny Henry, Lorraine Kelly, Oliver Reed and Russell Harty. Narrated by Chris Tarrant.

Les Dennis narrates a compilation of primetime mishaps, featuring clips and out-takes from Ant & Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway, Strictly Come Dancing, Doctor Who, Take Me Out, The National Lottery and Celebrity Catchphrase. Contributors include Len Goodman, Neil Fox, Jenny Powell and Vicki Michelle.

Narrated by Ainsley Harriott, the less-than-perfect moments from some of the nation’s best-loved cookery TV shows including Masterchef, Saturday Kitchen, Sunday Brunch and Come Dine With Me.

Jonathan Pearce narrates a selection of edge-of-the-seat stunts from around the globe, including terrifying car smashes, stomach-churning base jumps and weird and wonderful world record attempts. Those featured include Jackass star Steve-O, whose attempt at jumping over a moving car on a skateboard left him hospitalised, inventor Colin Furze, who recalls the time his Wall of Death ended in disaster, and Hollywood stuntman Mike Gaboff, who reflects on how jumping a lake on his motorbike while on fire spelled the end of his career.

Jennifer Ellison narrates a compilation of moments that soap stars would rather forget, with clips featuring Marc Bannerman, Katie Jarvis, Jack P Shepherd and Martine McCutcheon. Bruce Jones opens-up about how he struggled to find work after being typecast as Les Battersby in Coronation Street, while Hollyoaks' Kieron Richardson talks about how a slip-of-the-tongue regarding a plot twist left fans open-mouthed.

Big screen slip-ups from the likes of Tom Cruise, Bruce Willis and Tippi Hedren. Mark Ruffalo puts his foot in it when he reveals the plot of Avengers: Infinity War. Fans are left baffled by Hollywood blockbuster Cats, and poor CGI befalls Justice League, with Henry Cavill's moustache getting attention for all the wrong reasons. Plus, Robert Downey Jr's Welsh accent in Dolittle leaves fans scratching their heads, and there's an uproar at the release of Monty Python's Life of Brian. Contributors include John Thomson, Patsy Kensit, comedian Rufus Hound and veteran actors Madeline Smith, Valerie Leon and Derren Nesbitt.