52 British TV Movie Collection
52 titles
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Still Life: A Three Pines MysteryMovie · 2013 · 90mChief Inspector Armand Gamache and his team go to the village of Three Pines to investigate the strange murder of a well-liked woman, uncovering hidden secrets within the community's seemingly peaceful atmosphere.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.5 - 2
The Man Who Lost His HeadMovie · 2007 · 93mMartin Clunes plays a by-the-book museum curator who journeys to New Zealand to resolve a disagreement with a Maori community concerning an old carving – and faces unforeseen outcomes.IMDb 6.9TMDB 5.3 - 3
The Wipers TimesMovie · 2013 · 92mIn 1916, Captain Fred Roberts found a printing press amidst the ruins of Ypres, Belgium, and launched a satirical magazine called *The Wipers Times* – a nickname for the town, used by the soldiers. Filled with dark humor, the magazine was both insightful and funny. Printed under constant enemy fire and defying orders and gas attacks, it became incredibly popular with the troops on the Western Front. It celebrated the strength of the human spirit during terrible hardship. Roberts, meanwhile, earned a Military Cross for bravery in his duties.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.3 - 4
The Sum of UsMovie · 1994 · 100m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceThe film follows a recently widowed father as he tries to find love again, while his adult son searches for a meaningful relationship. It blends tender moments with challenges and humor as both men navigate their journeys. The story offers an intimate look at family, societal pressures, and different kinds of love. As father and son learn to understand each other, their bond strengthens, showing how people can find strength during change. This emotional drama explores the difficulties of relationships and the pursuit of happiness, reflecting on love in all its forms.IMDb 7.3TMDB 6.7 - 5
The Mystery of a Hansom CabMovie · 2012 · 100mMelbourne, 1886. Two men enter a hansom cab late one foggy night. One exits at St Kilda, while the other continues to the city. There, the driver discovers the second man has been murdered. The killing of this prominent figure deeply disturbs the newly prosperous city.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.3 - 6
Dangerous Davies: The Last DetectiveMovie · 1981 · 120mD.C. Dangerous Davies, a detective often overlooked by his colleagues, is tasked with tracking down a notorious criminal leader. His investigation leads him to the details of a 15-year-old cold case.IMDb 7.1TMDB 5.9 - 7
Mr. Morgan's Last LoveMovie · 2013 · 111m · Drama, ComedyA professor who has recently lost his wife forms a close connection with a younger French woman.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.6 - 8
Muse of FireMovie · 2013 · 83m'Muse Of Fire' offers a fresh perspective on Shakespeare. This documentary follows actors Giles Terera and Dan Poole as they journey globally to explore how to approach Shakespeare's works. They've directed and produced an inspiring film designed to make Shakespeare accessible to everyone – actors, students, and the general public alike. The film features insights from Jude Law in Denmark, Baz Luhrmann in Hollywood, a prison setting in Berlin, and conversations with Mark Rylance on the streets. If you believe Shakespeare is dull, prepare to be surprised.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.5 - 9
Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are DeadMovie · 1991 · 117m · Comedy, DramaThis film reimagines Shakespeare's *Hamlet* by focusing on two minor characters who unknowingly grapple with their predetermined roles. Unaware of the main story, they experience a growing sense of detachment, realizing they are bound by fate and unable to change their paths. The film explores questions of free will and destiny within a larger narrative, offering a new perspective on the play's themes. Combining wit, drama, and reflection, it invites audiences to consider *Hamlet* in a fresh way, highlighting the complexities of its characters.IMDb 7.3TMDB 6.9 - 10
CareMovie · 2018 · 90mJenny, a single mother of two, finds support from her own mother, Mary, after her husband departs. However, Jenny faces increasing hardship when Mary experiences a severe stroke and begins to develop dementia.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.6 - 11
The SilenceMovie · 2019 · 90m · Horror, Drama, ThrillerWhen the world is overrun by creatures that hunt using sound, a teenager and her family flee to the countryside for safety. There, they come across a secretive cult.IMDb 5.4TMDB 6.0 - 12
Young, Gifted and Classical: The Making of a MaestroMovie · 2016 · 60mIn 2016, Sheku Kanneh-Mason made history as the first black winner of the BBC Young Musician competition. The film explores the exceptional musical talents of Sheku and his five siblings, alongside the topic of diversity in classical music. It follows Sheku and his siblings, examining the sacrifices made by their parents, Stuart and Kadie, to support their children's musical aspirations. Through the lens of family life, the film reveals the driving force behind this family’s pursuit of musical excellence. At its core is 17-year-old Sheku, navigating the aftermath of his win and the new pressures and opportunities that come with becoming a world-renowned cellist.TMDB 8.0 - 13
Daddy's HomeMovie · 2014 · 109mRonald "R.C." Carr is juggling multiple relationships – two baby mothers and his own mother – while pursuing his dream of becoming a successful music producer. He's on the verge of a breakthrough, but struggles to balance his career with his responsibilities as a father. As his love interests try to persuade him to commit, and he confronts unresolved issues with his father, R.C. must learn to find harmony between love and forgiveness to become a responsible man and a good father.IMDb 4.2TMDB 5.0 - 14
The Real Doctor ZhivagoMovie · 2017 · 59mDr. Zhivago is a celebrated love story of the 20th century, made even more compelling by its historical setting of revolution and violence. While the film adaptation is widely known, the book's creation story is surprisingly full of drama, intrigue, and courage. This documentary by Stephen Smith explores the revolutionary origins of the bestseller and its subsequent use as a tool by the CIA during the Cold War.IMDb 7.6 - 15
Anner HouseMovie · 2007 · 90m'Anner House' is a romantic story about pursuing dreams. After a difficult divorce and custody battle, Neil Barry leaves Ireland for Cape Town to confront his alcoholism. He meets Ruth Maguire, an Irish woman also seeking to escape an unhappy relationship, and together they begin a journey of healing and self-discovery. Inspired by the vibrant people and beautiful scenery of Cape Town, Neil helps Ruth realize her dream of opening a boutique hotel with stunning views – they name it 'Anner House'. They face challenges, both personal and related to Cape Town's social issues, but ultimately realize they hold the key to their own happiness. The attraction that sparked between them at first sight deepens into something undeniable.IMDb 6.8 - 16
LawlessMovie · 1999 · 105mA seasoned undercover police officer, nearing the end of a long assignment to bring down a drug lord, is unexpectedly betrayed by someone close to him. Suddenly framed for a crime he didn't commit, he must now clear his name and expose the person who set him up.IMDb 6.1 - 17
The Boy with the TopknotMovie · 2017 · 87mSathnam Sanghera, raised in a traditional Punjabi family in Wolverhampton, moves to London after graduating from Cambridge. In his late 20s, he intends to tell his family he won't accept an arranged marriage – but instead discovers a deeply painful family secret.IMDb 6.7TMDB 5.8 - 18
A Voyage Round My FatherMovie · 1984 · 81mA successful lawyer loses his sight in middle age but continues to practice with his family's support. His son grapples with painful past experiences with his father while yearning for his approval and affection, ultimately discovering the capacity for love.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.6 - 19The Lilac BusMovie · 1990 · 90mThe daily bus ride from their village to Dublin connects seven friends, but their seemingly ordinary lives become tangled as the underlying causes of their unhappiness are exposed.IMDb 6.5TMDB 7.0
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Wide Sargasso SeaMovie · 2006 · 84mThis film dramatizes Jean Rhys's adaptation of Charlotte Brontë's *Jane Eyre*, set in 19th-century Jamaica. It tells the tragic story of the first Mrs. Rochester, focusing on her arranged marriage to a reserved Englishman. They fall in love, but their relationship is destroyed by rumors, suspicion, and cultural differences.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.6 - 21
Alexandria: The Greatest CityMovie · 2010 · 48mBettany Hughes journeys to uncover the story of a lost civilization: a city established in the desert by Alexander the Great in 331 BC, intended to become the world's first major hub for culture. The documentary also explores the life of astronomer and philosopher Hypatia, and features impressive visuals from the film 'Agora'.IMDb 6.9TMDB 8.0 - 22
An Accidental SoldierMovie · 2013 · 91mDuring World War I in France, a young Australian baker deserts his post and unexpectedly finds love with a French woman. She risks everything to hide him from the authorities, sparking a poignant romance amidst the war.IMDb 7.0TMDB 5.7 - 23
WreckersMovie · 2011 · 85m · DramaA married couple returns to the husband's hometown with plans to start a family. However, a visit from the husband's brother stirs up old resentments and reveals hidden truths about the couple's marriage.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.2 - 24
AgoraMovie · 2009 · 127m · Adventure, Drama, HistorySet in Roman Egypt, this historical drama explores the connection between philosopher Hypatia of Alexandria and Davus, her slave. Davus finds himself conflicted as he grapples with his feelings for Hypatia and the potential for freedom offered by the growing popularity of Christianity.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.0 - 25
Pride and Prejudice: Having a BallMovie · 2013 · 89mPride And Prejudice: Having A Ball follows social historian Amanda Vickery as she assembles a team of specialists to recreate a Regency-era ball. The recreation, inspired by the Netherfield ball in Jane Austen's novel, is staged to commemorate the 200th anniversary of Austen's famous work. With Alastair Sooke and experts including a food historian, costume specialist, music historians, and a choreographer training dancers, cameras document the process. This pivotal country house ball is central to the plot of Pride And Prejudice, marking a crucial moment in the romance between Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy.IMDb 7.9 - 26
The Scarlet PimpernelMovie · 1982 · 142m · Action, Drama, RomanceDuring the French Revolution, a secret English nobleman, known as The Scarlet Pimpernel, risks everything to save French aristocrats from the guillotine. He lives openly as Sir Percy Blakeney, using his wit and cleverness to avoid capture while carrying out his daring rescues.
Percy's life becomes more dangerous when he falls for Marguerite St. Just, a captivating actress. But their romance is complicated by Marguerite’s connections to the powerful and sinister Chauvelin and Robespierre. Now, Percy must protect his secret identity and continue his mission to save the young heir to the French throne, all while navigating a perilous love affair.IMDb 7.6TMDB 6.7 - 27
Miss Fisher and the Crypt of TearsMovie · 2020 · 102m · Drama, Adventure, MysteryIn Jerusalem, an Australian adventurer helps a young Bedouin girl escape wrongful imprisonment. She and her police detective friend then investigate a ten-year-old mystery involving valuable emeralds, a supposed ancient curse, and the disappearance of the girl's mother, along with the massacre of her tribe.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.1 - 28
The ScapegoatMovie · 2012 · 100m · Mystery, Drama, AdventureEngland is bustling with preparations for the 1952 coronation. Unbeknownst to each other, two men, vastly different in background, share an identical face.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.4 - 29
Caligula with Mary BeardMovie · 2013 · 60mThis film explores the truth behind the infamous stories surrounding Caligula, the Roman emperor known for his alleged madness. Professor Mary Beard separates fact from fiction in the historical accounts that depict him as a cruel and unstable ruler. Did Roman historians exaggerate his tyranny for political gain, or was he truly the monster he's been portrayed as?IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.6 - 30
The SilenceMovie · 2006 · 110mA police officer, transferred to organize a photography show, begins noticing connections between the images and a string of unsolved murders.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.0 - 31
The way backMovie · 2014 · 11mAfter experiencing all four seasons in a single day, she begins her journey home. She then drifts into a deep, peaceful sleep filled with an unparalleled sense of comfort.TMDB 7.6 - 32
Victoria Wood's Nice Cup of TeaMovie · 2013 · 120mVictoria Wood, a comedy icon, journeys worldwide to examine Britain’s deep connection with tea in a two-part special focusing on the history of the plant and its global impact. - 33
The Spy Who Went Into the ColdMovie · 2013 · 72mThis documentary explores the life of Kim Philby, a British intelligence officer working for MI6. Secretly, he was a spy who ultimately defected to the Soviet Union.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.5 - 34Super SleuthsMovie · 2014 · 14mSeeking a distraction from her personal troubles, Marie helps her best friend Sally Blue Frankenfrass search for her missing boyfriend, but their efforts are repeatedly derailed by unforeseen diversions.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.3
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BelongingMovie · 2004 · 96mJess leaves her job as a librarian to care for her husband's aging family, but her world shatters when he leaves her for someone younger.IMDb 7.0TMDB 5.6 - 36
Golden YearsMovie · 2016 · 96m · Crime, ComedyDriven by financial hardship in retirement and a deep sense of unfairness about their situation, law-abiding Arthur and Martha Goode are pushed into a life of crime.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.3 - 37
The ReturnMovie · 2003 · 98m · DramaTen years after serving a prison sentence for her husband's murder, a woman returns to her hometown. As the details of the crime resurface in her memory, the story takes an unexpected direction.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.8 - 38
A Model Daughter: The Killing of Caroline ByrneMovie · 2011 · 94mThis Australian television film recounts the alleged events surrounding the death of Caroline Byrne in June 1995. Byrne was discovered in the early hours of June 8th at the base of The Gap, a well-known location for suicides in Sydney.IMDb 6.1TMDB 4.9 - 39
Wonder Woman: BloodlinesMovie · 2019 · 83m · Science Fiction, AnimationThis is the story of how Wonder Woman became a legend. She uses her strength, sword, and magical lasso to fight for what's right. When a troubled young girl is recruited by the villainous organization Villainy, Inc., who plan to attack Wonder Woman's home, Themyscira, she takes it upon herself to intervene. A great battle ensues, because when Amazons come to war, they are fierce.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.9 - 40
Mind GamesMovie · 2003 · 96mJill Reeves wakes up with no memory of the past seven months. Then, a stranger named Carter Tallerin claims they are married, shattering her reality. As Jill tries to piece together her life, she discovers everyone around her is hiding something – including a hidden truth about herself.IMDb 3.7 - 41
How to Murder Your WifeMovie · 2015This black comedy tells the true story of Alfred Benning and his bizarre efforts to kill his controlling wife in 1977.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.6 - 42
The Black Velvet GownMovie · 1991In 1830s northern England, Riah Millican, a widow with three children, becomes housekeeper to Percival Miller, a withdrawn former teacher. Miller gifts Riah a black velvet gown and educates her children. However, when Riah learns the reason behind his generosity, she resolves to leave. Miller maintains control over her even after he dies, leaving her his house with the condition that she never marry. Riah's daughter, Biddy, matures into a laundress in a wealthy household, where her education isolates her but also attracts the attention of the master's son. With Miller’s inheritance, Biddy may find happiness.IMDb 6.9TMDB 5.4 - 43
MarvellousMovie · 2014 · 90m · Drama, TV MovieThis is the true story of Neil "Nello" Baldwin, a man born with a mild learning disability who defied societal expectations. He possessed an unwavering optimism, consistently finding the positive in every circumstance, and refused to be defined by the stigmas others tried to impose upon him.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.1 - 44
UnitedMovie · 2011 · 90m · Drama, HistoryUnited tells the true story of Manchester United's legendary "Busby Babes," the youngest team to ever win the Football League. The film recounts the 1958 Munich Air Crash, which tragically resulted in the loss of eight players. Drawing on interviews with survivors and their families, United is an inspirational story about a team and its community facing unimaginable tragedy.IMDb 7.3TMDB 6.9 - 45
Turning GreenMovie · 2005 · 85mIn late 1970s Ireland, sixteen-year-old James Powers, an American, is adrift after his mother's death and is sent to live with his three Irish aunts. Feeling lost and down, he dreams of returning to America. During a weekend in London, James discovers pornography and, needing money, begins selling it in Ireland. His venture quickly becomes very successful. With the possibility of returning home now within reach, he must confront the question of where he truly belongs, realizing that a sense of belonging comes from within.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.7 - 46
Lorna DooneMovie · 1990 · 88mIn 17th-century Scotland, a spirited young woman finds herself drawn to a landowner who is widely disliked, causing conflict with her father.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.9 - 47
B&BMovie · 2017 · 87m · Thriller, DramaIn London, gay men Marc and Fred scheme to prank the conservative owner of a secluded Christian bed and breakfast. Their weekend of playful antagonism takes a dangerous turn with the arrival of a new guest, raising suspicions of a darker agenda.IMDb 5.5TMDB 6.3 - 48
The ReturnMovie · 2006 · 85m · Horror, Drama, ThrillerJoanna Mills is professionally successful but struggling with personal chaos. Isolated, with a distant father and a persistent stalker, she starts experiencing disturbing visions of a woman's murder. It quickly becomes clear that Joanna herself is the intended victim. Driven to uncover the truth and avoid her predicted fate, she follows her visions to the victim's hometown, where hidden secrets resurface.IMDb 4.7TMDB 6.0 - 49
The Way BackMovie · 2010 · 133m · Drama, Adventure, HistoryA diverse group of prisoners escapes from a Siberian gulag during World War II. They begin a dangerous journey through five countries, fighting for freedom and trying to survive.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0 - 50
BarrymoreMovie · 2012 · 83mHaunted by the consequences of a life of indulgence, John Barrymore rents a dilapidated theater. He uses the space to rehearse for an audition intended to secure funding for a revival of his acclaimed 1920s Broadway performance as Richard III.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.4 - 51
BloodlinesMovie · 2010 · 102mIn 1999, South African psychiatrist Colin Bouwer murdered his wife, believing he had committed the perfect crime. However, he underestimated the skill and determination of the New Zealand police and his colleagues in the medical field.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.3 - 52
Blitzed: Nazis on DrugsMovie · 2018 · 58m## The Effect of Pervitin on Nazi Germany.
This film explores the widespread use of the drug Pervitin in Nazi Germany and its profound impact on the regime. Initially promoted to boost morale and productivity, Pervitin became ubiquitous among soldiers and civilians alike. The film details how the drug fueled the expansionist ambitions of the Nazi state, enabling prolonged military campaigns and fostering a climate of unquestioning obedience. It examines the drug's role in desensitizing the population to violence and suffering, and its contribution to the normalization of extreme ideologies. Ultimately, the film reveals the dark consequences of Pervitin's pervasive influence on German society and the Nazi regime's relentless pursuit of power.IMDb 6.9TMDB 2.5
