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2013
2013x1
Trouble Abroad - Part 1
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The first of two programmes telling the stories of some of the estimated five million Britons who have left the UK in search of a better life, only for their plans to go awry. In France, .. show full overview
2013x9
The World in Action Years
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A look back at one of the most iconic and important current affairs programmes in television history. For three and a half decades World in Action shook up governments, exposed some of .. show full overview
2013x3
All You Can Eat
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The competitive sport of eating is growing across the UK. We explore this extreme world where gluttony is good and gorging leads to greatness. Among many others, we’ll meet a 7 and a .. show full overview
2013x2
Trouble Abroad - Part 2
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Conclusion of the documentary following the stories of British expats struggling to survive away from the UK. Corin and Jayne Fairchild see their dream of becoming wine-makers in France .. show full overview
2013x44
Happy Birthday E.T.
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Thirty years ago, E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial broke box-office records and has captivated audiences ever since. This documentary provides an insight into the making of Steven Spielberg's .. show full overview
2013x4
The Secret Life Of Dogs
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With over 400 recognised breeds, dogs can be found in more shapes, sizes and varieties than any other mammal on the planet. During the last few years, scientists have delved deeper than .. show full overview
2013x46
The Secret Life of Dogs
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With over 400 recognised breeds, dogs can be found in more shapes, sizes and varieties than any other mammal on the planet. During the last few years, scientists have delved deeper than .. show full overview
2013x6
The Wedding Shop
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In one of Yorkshire's most popular wedding shops, Confetti and Lace, manager Marg and her assistant Jane are guiding three brides through the hectic summer season.
2013x33
First Among Equals - The Laurie Cunningham Story
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The story of Laurie Cunningham, who became the first black footballer to play for England at any level when he was selected for an under-21 international against Scotland in 1977. This .. show full overview
2013x5
Our Queen
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It was one of the most momentous years of her reign - filmed, photographed and written about in abundance but one film crew documented an even more in-depth picture of Queen Elizabeth in her Diamond Jubilee year.
2013x12
Kids with Tourette's: In Their Own Words
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“When he first started swearing, you do a big intake of breath and think ‘oh my gosh, now what am I going to do?’ At that point I don’t think I was even able to support him. The .. show full overview
2013x41
The Man Who Would Stop at Nothing: The Mick Philpott Trial
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In 2006 and 2007, Mick Philpott became a media bogeyman as a result of his 15 children with several different mothers and his request for a larger council property to house his family, .. show full overview
2013x8
Margaret Thatcher: The Woman Who Changed Britain
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Margaret Thatcher arrived in power and Britain changed forever. Her policies polarised the nation and the mention of her name still provokes feelings of both admiration and anger. This .. show full overview
2013x10
Royal Paintbox
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HRH The Prince of Wales presents a treasure trove of rarely seen artworks by current and past members of the royal family, and explores some intimate memories and observations.
2013x40
Coronation Year in Colour
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In the sixteen months following the ascension of Queen Elizabeth II in February 1952, Britain moved from the grey of post-war austerity to a Technicolor world filled with hope and .. show full overview
2013x11
The Story of Now
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This year marks the 30th anniversary of a musical phenomenon that’s become the compendium to everyone’s musical growing-up. Currently on its 84th edition, Now That’s What I Call Music! .. show full overview
2013x17
Words of Everest
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Dramatised documentary marking the the 60th anniversary of the conquest of Everest, using the letters and diaries of those who took part then and in the earlier 1924 expedition.
2013x13
David Walliams: Snapshot in Time
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David Walliams attempts to find the classmates who were pictured alongside him on the stage at his Surrey grammar school back in 1983 to discover what has happened to them in the 30 .. show full overview
2013x14
Joey - The Man Who Conquered the TT
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An intimate documentary about one of the most remarkable sportsmen of all time - Joey Dunlop the pub landlord and rider who won Isle of Man TT a staggering 26 times.
2013x21
Stephen Fry's Key to the City
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Stephen Fry discovers the hidden mysteries of the City of London, from the huge amount of cash in the Bank of England vaults to the terrors of Dead Man's Walk at the Old Bailey.
2013x19
Goodbye Granadaland
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Peter Kay bids a fond farewell to the UK's first ever television complex, Granada Studios in Manchester, as it closes its doors after 57 years. With Helen Mirren, Jeremy Irons, Matthew Kelly, Shaun Ryder, Sir Michael Parkinson and Paddy McGuinness.
2013x15
Royal Windsor's Big Week
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Documentary marking the 70th anniversary of the Royal Windsor Horse Show, a favourite week in the Queen's year, with contributions from the Duchess of Cornwall and Zara Phillips.
2013x16
Me and my Guide Dog
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An exploration of the unique relationship between man and his best friend; from the birth of a litter of puppies, through guide dog training, to placement with those who need them .. show full overview
2013x18
Brady and Hindley - Possession
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Documentary about the Moors Murders, including Myra Hindley's version of events, recorded from a prison cell, and the photographs that Ian Brady used to mark the killings.
2013x20
Alan Whicker: Journey's End
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In a tribute to the veteran broadcaster who died recently, this documentary examines Alan Whicker's ground-breaking, 50-year career. A true TV pioneer, he brought the world into people's .. show full overview
2013x22
Poaching Wars with Tom Hardy: Part 1
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Travelling through Botswana, South Africa and Tanzania, Hardy hears horrific tales of slaughtered rhinos and elephants but also takes time to understand why trading ivory can be so hard .. show full overview
2013x25
Being Paul Gascoigne
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From the peak of his career as an England international footballer to his battles with drink, this one-off documentary reveals the real Paul Gascoigne in his own words and those of the .. show full overview
2013x24
Prince William's Passion: New Father, New Hope
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In his first interview since the royal birth, the Duke of Cambridge talks to Jane Treays about parenthood and his hopes that Prince George will one day share his passion for wildlife .. show full overview
2013x26
Sir Trevor McDonald on Women Behind Bars - Part 1
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The veteran broadcaster follows life inside two prisons holding some of America's most notorious female criminals - Indiana Women's Prison and Rockville Correctional Facility in .. show full overview
2013x35
Gareth Bale: Welsh Galactico
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A profile of the Real Madrid and Wales footballer, who secured his long drawn-out move to the Spanish giants in the summer of 2013 for a world record transfer fee. Bale came to .. show full overview
2013x37
Newsflash - Stories That Stopped the World
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Documentary taking a look back at the newsflash, when TV schedules were interrupted to break momentous news stories in the days before the internet and 24-hour news channels. Newsroom .. show full overview
2013x43
The Nation’s Favourite Elvis Song
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90-minute special tells the story behind the 20 greatest songs ever recorded by Elvis Presley, the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, and reveals The Nation’s Favourite Elvis Song.
2013x42
Being Poirot
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After 25 years playing Hercule Poirot, British actor David Suchet explores the enduring appeal of his most legendary character.
2013x28
The Day Kennedy Died
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An account of events in Dallas surrounding President Kennedy's assassination on 22 November 1963. Featuring interviews with people who were there and rarely-seen archive footage.
2013x38
The Power of Darts
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A look at the rise in popularity over the years of the sport of darts from its origins in the local pubs to packed out arenas with millions of pounds in prize money.
2013x30
Nelson Mandela - His Life and Legacy
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Mark Austin traces Nelson Mandela's astonishing journey from prisoner to President, visiting the key venues where the story unfolded, and interviews key figures in Mandela's life.
2013x29
There's Something About Susan
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Susan Boyle has suffered from anxiety all her life. This documentary follows her as she prepares for a series of concerts in Scotland and a gig in America in front of 20,000 .. show full overview
2013x31
Utopia
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BAFTA award-winning director John Pilger presents a documentary detailing the plight of the Aboriginal population in Australia's poorest region, Utopia. This new feature-length .. show full overview
2013x39
Sex, Lies and a Very British Scapegoat
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In 1963 John Profumo, the Secretary of State for War, was forced to resign after admitting an affair with a 19-year-old model called Christine Keeler. The affair took place during .. show full overview