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1. Our John Willie (1980– )
30 min | Drama, Family
After their father is killed in a mining accident, Davy and his younger brother John Willie, who is deaf and dumb, try to eke out a living in their Nottingham village. Dodging the evil Mr ... See full summary »
Stars: Madeleine Cannon, David Burke, Antony Manuel, Malcolm Terris
Votes: 14
2.
Romance (1977– )
Episode:
House of Men
(1977)
60 min | Romance
Director: Piers Haggard | Stars: Mary Larkin, Michael Kitchen, James Laurenson, Alun Armstrong
Votes: 9
3.
A Dinner of Herbs (2000)
Episode:
Episode #1.1
(2000)
Drama, Thriller
Roddy Greenbank is brought by his father to Northumberland in 1807, and orphaned shortly after their arrival when his father meets a brutal death. Adopted by Kate Makepiece, Roddy forges friendships with Hal Roystan and Mary Ellen Lee.
Director: Alan Grint | Stars: Tom Goodman-Hill, Jonathan Kerrigan, Melanie Clark Pullen, Bill Fellows
Votes: 22
4.
A Dinner of Herbs (2000)
Episode:
Episode #1.2
(2000)
Drama, Thriller
Roddy falls for and paints the portrait of a beautiful mystery woman, which helps him win a scholarship to art school.
Director: Alan Grint | Stars: Tom Goodman-Hill, Jonathan Kerrigan, Melanie Clark Pullen, Bill Fellows
Votes: 19
5.
A Dinner of Herbs (2000)
Episode:
Episode #1.3
(2000)
Drama, Thriller
Roddy befriends Alfred Cottle during his first day at art school in Newcastle; Hal's obsessed with seeking revenge for his father's death.
Director: Alan Grint | Stars: Tom Goodman-Hill, Jonathan Kerrigan, Melanie Clark Pullen, John Castle
Votes: 18
6.
Catherine Cookson's Tilly Trotter (1999)
Episode:
Episode #1.2
(1999)
Romance, Drama
The McGraths ransack Tilly's home and her grandmother is killed. Mark Sopwith offers her a job as a nursemaid to his four unruly children.
Director: Alan Grint | Stars: Beth Goddard, Richard Huw, Carli Norris, Gavin Abbott
Votes: 13
7. The Wingless Bird (1997– )
180 min | Drama
Agnes manages family affairs on eve of WWI, helps sister Jessie marry across class lines. Faces own class divide when courted by Charles despite parents' disapproval. Her heart torn between Charles and his soldier brother Reginald.
Stars: Claire Skinner, Edward Atterton, Anne Reid, Michelle Charles
Votes: 556
8.
A Dinner of Herbs (2000)
Episode:
Episode #1.6
(2000)
Drama, Thriller
Kate takes the initiative and decides to introduce Ben to her family. Meanwhile, a jealous Maggie divulges every last detail about Ben's secret, and Hal finds himself struggling to accept the situation.
Director: Alan Grint | Stars: David Threlfall, Debra Stephenson, Jane Arden, Joseph May
Votes: 16
9. Rag Nymph (1997– )
180 min | Drama, History
In 1854 Newcastle, 10-year-old Millie's mother dies in a brothel, leaving her to be taken in by 'Raggie Aggie'. On the streets, spirited Millie faces the city's corrupting influences again.
Stars: Val McLane, Alec Newman, Christine Anderson, Tracey Wilkinson
Votes: 579
10. The Moth (1997– )
152 min | Drama
Set in 1913 Northumbria, England, the story is about Robert Bradley, a strong-willed young worker at a Jarrow shipyard, who arrives home one day to find that his father has died. That leads to a total new set of circumstances in his life.
Stars: Jack Davenport, David Howey, Janet Dale, Sally Grey
Votes: 694
11.
A Dinner of Herbs (2000)
Episode:
Episode #1.4
(2000)
Drama, Thriller
Mary Ellen gets a taste of the herbalist trade after moving in with Kate; Roddy's affair with Madeleine becomes steamier than he imagines; Hal purchases a farm.
Director: Alan Grint | Stars: Tom Goodman-Hill, Jonathan Kerrigan, Melanie Clark Pullen, Donna Air
Votes: 15
12.
Catherine Cookson's Tilly Trotter (1999)
Episode:
Episode #1.3
(1999)
Romance, Drama
Homeless and out of work, Tilly moves in with Biddy Drew and her children and is welcomed as part of the family. Unable to find other employment, she takes a job at the local mine.
Director: Alan Grint | Stars: Carli Norris, Madelaine Newton, Sara Gunn, Sarah Jane Foster
Votes: 12
13. The Girl (1996 TV Movie)
156 min | Drama
In mid-19th century Northumberland, Hannah Boyle is left with the family of Matthew Thornton, the man her dying mother claims fathered her. Ill-treated by Thornton's bitter and vindictive ... See full summary »
Director: David Wheatley | Stars: Mark Benton, Susan Jameson, Siobhan Flynn, Jonathan Cake
Votes: 499
14. A Dinner of Herbs (2000)
286 min | Drama, Thriller
A man gets killed and his woman friend agrees to take on his surviving children. But as the decades started passing by, the children soon become aware of some painful secrets from the past.
Stars: Tom Goodman-Hill, Jonathan Kerrigan, Melanie Clark Pullen, Billie Whitelaw
Votes: 376
15. The Round Tower (1998– )
150 min | Romance
Vanessa is the daughter of wealthy parents. Son of their housekeeper, Angus, is accused of being the source of scandal threatening her family. This bonds the pair & fuels ambitions for their future.
Stars: Emilia Fox, Ben Miles, Jan Harvey, Keith Barron
Votes: 345
16. The Tide of Life (1996– )
180 min | Drama, Romance
Tide of Life follows the fortunes of young housekeeper, Emily Kennedy, as she learns about relationships with three very different men. Forced from home of her first employer, Sep McGilby ... See full summary »
Stars: Gillian Kearney, Ray Stevenson, James Purefoy, Leslie Schofield
Votes: 452
17. Colour Blind (1998)
180 min | Drama
In industrial Tyneside during World War I, life for the McQueen family is turned upside down when daughter Bridget comes home with a black husband.
Stars: Joe Caffrey, Dearbhla Molloy, Ian Embleton, Walter McMonagle
Votes: 360
18.
The Gambling Man (1995)
Episode:
Episode #1.3
(1995)
Drama
Rory's family disapprove of his relationship with Charlotte. A surprise appearance causes issues in Rory's marriage. As Mr. Nickle comes under pressure, the Pittie brothers make their move to destroy the Connors.
Director: Norman Stone | Stars: Robson Green, T.R. Bowen, Ian Cullen, Joe Ging
Votes: 7
19.
Rag Nymph (1997– )
Episode:
Episode #1.2
(1997)
Drama, History
Millie, now grown up, goes to work for the Quintons as a nanny. She meets their lecherous neighbors, the Crane-Bolders. And starts to grow close to Mr. Thompson.
Stars: Honeysuckle Weeks, Alec Newman, Val McLane, William Gaminara
Votes: 13
20. Jackanory (1965–1996)
15 min | Family, Fantasy
A celebrity reads a story, enhancing it in ways that will entice the most restless of children.
Stars: Bernard Cribbins, Kenneth Williams, Martin Jarvis, John Grant
Votes: 423
21. The Mallens (1979– )
60 min | Drama
The series follows a ruthless 19th century Northumberland Squire, Thomas Mallen, and the tumultuous lives of his multiple illegitimate children distinguishable by a white streak in their hair.
Stars: Caroline Blakiston, Mary Healey, Gillian Lewis, Matthew Long
Votes: 99
22. The Dwelling Place (1994– )
180 min | Drama
The story of 16-year-old Cissie Brodie who finds a barren place to live and care for her younger brothers and sisters, but her life becomes complicated when the aristocratic Fischel family takes an unwelcome interest.
Stars: Tracy Whitwell, Lucy Cohu, Ray Stevenson, Philip Voss
Votes: 415
23. The Gambling Man (1995)
149 min | Drama
A rent collector in Victorian Tyneside tries to better himself. He finds navigating class prejudices and family obstacles difficult. Sometimes criminals oppose him. It seems he'll never ... See full summary »
Stars: Robson Green, Bernard Hill, Sylvestra Le Touzel, Anne Kent
Votes: 297
24.
Rag Nymph (1997– )
Episode:
Episode #1.3
(1997)
Drama, History
To her surprise, Millie's father turns up with bad intentions. Mr. Thompson proposes and furnishes a house for Millie much to Ben's disapproval and jealousy.
Director: David Wheatley | Stars: Malcolm Freeman, Honeysuckle Weeks, Alec Newman, Val McLane
Votes: 11
25.
Catherine Cookson's Tilly Trotter (1999)
Episode:
Episode #1.1
(1999)
Romance, Drama
Returning home from a wedding, Tilly Trotter is attacked by Hal McGrath, who plans to get his hands on her family's money by forcing her into marriage. Her screams save her, but the incident prompts some villagers to brand her a witch.
Director: Alan Grint | Stars: Carli Norris, Gavin Abbott, Shaun Mechen, Elizabeth Kelly
Votes: 14
26.
Catherine Cookson's Tilly Trotter (1999)
Episode:
Episode #1.4
(1999)
Romance, Drama
Mark's children arrive for a visit. Tilly grows wary of Mark's feelings for her, while an old enemy returns, seeking revenge.
Director: Alan Grint | Stars: Neil Armstrong, Ian Daniell, Sara Gunn, Carli Norris
Votes: 13
27.
The Wingless Bird (1997– )
Episode:
Episode #1.2
(1997)
Drama
Jessie and Robbie elope which infuriates Mr. Conway. Agnes and Charles grow closer despite his parents' objections. Charles becomes very ill.
Director: David Wheatley | Stars: Claire Skinner, Edward Atterton, Danny Dean, Elspeth Charlton
Votes: 8
28. The Glass Virgin (1995– )
180 min | Drama, Romance
Set in 1870s England, the story tells of Annabella Lagrange and the terrible secret her wealthy parents have kept from her. When she finally learns the truth, she runs away and eventually ... See full summary »
Stars: Jan Graveson, Christine Kavanagh, Brendan Coyle, Emily Mortimer
Votes: 774
29.
Rag Nymph (1997– )
Episode:
Episode #1.1
(1997)
Drama, History
When Millie's mother is incarcerated she is taken in by Aggie the rag woman and her helper Ben. The local pimp has his eyes on both Millie and her mother. Millie is sent to a convent school to keep her safe.
Director: David Wheatley | Stars: Val McLane, Dave Johns, Fleur Bennett, Perdita Weeks
Votes: 13
30.
The Dwelling Place (1994– )
Episode:
Episode #1.2
(1994)
Drama
With the help of Matthew, the cave is enclosed. Lord Fischel shows an interest in his grandson. Bella gets into trouble and Cissie must go to Lord Fischel for help.
Director: Gavin Millar | Stars: Tracy Whitwell, Lucy Cohu, Ray Stevenson, Philip Voss
Votes: 16
31.
The Gambling Man (1995)
Episode:
Episode #1.2
(1995)
Drama
While Rory convalesces, John George gets in trouble with the law. Miss Kean takes over for her ailing father. Janie heads to France, with her employers, with tragic consequences.
Director: Norman Stone | Stars: Robson Green, Margery Bone, Ian Cullen, Lyn Douglas
Votes: 7
32.
The Tide of Life (1996– )
Episode:
Episode #1.2
(1996)
Drama, Romance
Emily takes a job as a housekeeper for Burch and his invalid wife. Mysterious happenings lead people to believe the house is haunted. Lucy's cough worsens. Con is blamed for getting a girl with child.
Director: David Wheatley | Stars: Gillian Kearney, John Bowler, Susie Burton, Gez Casey
Votes: 6
33.
The Tide of Life (1996– )
Episode:
Episode #1.3
(1996)
TV-PG | 50 min | Drama, Romance
Left with nothing but a small allowance and deserted by Lizzie Rowan, Birch reluctantly latches onto Emily. He makes it clear that he will never marry her, but she happily moves into his rundown cottage and the pair become lovers.
Director: David Wheatley | Stars: Gillian Kearney, John Bowler, Susie Burton, Gez Casey
Votes: 6
34. The Fifteen Streets (1989 TV Movie)
104 min | Drama, History, Romance
In northern England around 1900, the worker John O'Brien lives near poverty in a small house in the worker's district. He falls in love with Mary, the teacher of his highly intelligent ... See full summary »
Director: David Wheatley | Stars: Owen Teale, Sean Bean, Anny Tobin, Leslie Schofield
Votes: 573
35. The Black Velvet Gown (1991 TV Movie)
TV-14 | 103 min | Drama
In the 1830's in northern England, Riah Millican, a widow with three children, takes a job as housekeeper to a reclusive former teacher, Percival Miller. Miller makes Riah the gift of a ... See full summary »
Director: Norman Stone | Stars: Bob Peck, Janet McTeer, Geraldine Somerville, Brendan P. Healy
Votes: 658
36. The South Bank Show (1978– )
53 min | Documentary
ITV's long-running arts series presented by Melvyn Bragg.
Stars: Melvyn Bragg, Ian McKellen, David Hockney, Victoria Wood
Votes: 216
37. Catherine Cookson's Tilly Trotter (1999)
216 min | Romance, Drama
Young woman Tilly falls for a local farmer. Despite hardship she perseveres with resilience and self-belief. Her journey takes her from poverty to happiness. True love grows unexpectedly over time. Tilly stays strong-willed through it all.
Stars: Carli Norris, Simon Shepherd, Gavin Abbott, Neil Armstrong
Votes: 525
38.
The Gambling Man (1995)
Episode:
Episode #1.1
(1995)
Drama
Rory is a small-stakes gambler and rent collector. He wants to get into a big stakes game despite being warned against it. His sweetheart, Janie, doesn't approve of his gambling. Jimmy, his brother, wants them to invest in a shipyard.
Director: Norman Stone | Stars: Robson Green, Margery Bone, Johnny Ceasar, Ian Cullen
Votes: 7
39. The Secret (2000– )
180 min | Drama
Period thriller serial. In the late 1880's reformed smuggler Freddie Musgrave has worked hard to turn a legitimate trade, but then a face from his past turns up threatening to ruin things for him.
Stars: Joanna Rowden, Adam Ironside, Milton Johns, Malcolm Terris
Votes: 328
40.
A Dinner of Herbs (2000)
Episode:
Episode #1.5
(2000)
Drama, Thriller
Hal and Mary-Ellen's marriage remains strong after 25 years; Roddy returns from Paris to hold an exhibition of his work in Newcastle.
Stars: Donna Air, Jane Arden, Heather Chapman, Paul Dodds
Votes: 17
41.
The Glass Virgin (1995– )
Episode:
Episode #1.3
(1995)
Drama, Romance
Annabella and Manuel are happy at the new farm until Betsy threatens to expose them. They get a caravan and travel the country until they both find work at a Glass Factory. Trouble for Manuel causes Annabella to reconnect with her family.
Director: Sarah Hellings | Stars: Venetia Barrett, Brendan Coyle, Chrisy Edge, Jan Graveson
Votes: 18
42.
The Dwelling Place (1994– )
Episode:
Episode #1.3
(1994)
Drama
Despite being well off, Matthew is unhappy in his marriage. Clive returns from overseas and strives to make amends for his actions. The on going dispute over Richard leads to tragic consequences.
Director: Gavin Millar | Stars: Tracy Whitwell, Edward Rawle-Hicks, Lucy Cohu, Ray Stevenson
Votes: 15
43.
The Wingless Bird (1997– )
Episode:
Episode #1.3
(1997)
Drama
As Charles recovers, WWI breaks out. Reggie feels the impact of fighting and a tragic accident changes the family dynamic for the Farriers.
Director: David Wheatley | Stars: Dinsdale Landen, Elspet Gray, Michelle Charles, Edward Atterton
Votes: 6
44. The Man Who Cried (1993 TV Movie)
157 min | Drama
Abel Mason is a man caught in a loveless marriage with a harridan wife who constantly berates him and beats their son Dick. When the one woman he loves dies at the hands of her husband ... See full summary »
Director: Michael Whyte | Stars: Ciarán Hinds, Kate Buffery, Amanda Root, Daniel Massey
Votes: 325
45.
The Glass Virgin (1995– )
Episode:
Episode #1.1
(1995)
Drama, Romance
Despite her parents contentious marriage, debt and torrid secrets, Annabella grows up wealthy, sweet and innocent. Eventually the debt catches up to them and causes the truth to be revealed.
Director: Sarah Hellings | Stars: Nigel Havers, Christine Kavanagh, Brendan Coyle, Sylvia Syms
Votes: 22
46.
The Glass Virgin (1995– )
Episode:
Episode #1.2
(1995)
Drama, Romance
Annabella takes to the road with Manuel. They find work at a farm with a cruel and lecherous farmer.
Director: Sarah Hellings | Stars: Brendan Coyle, Avril Elgar, Su Elliot, Jan Graveson
Votes: 17
47.
The Dwelling Place (1994– )
Episode:
Episode #1.1
(1994)
Drama
To stay together, Cissie moves her siblings into a cave. Local carpenter Matthew is torn between Cissie and Rose. Cissie has a run in with Clive and Isabelle, the adult children of a wealthy land owner.
Director: Gavin Millar | Stars: Tracy Whitwell, Edward Rawle-Hicks, Lucy Cohu, Ray Stevenson
Votes: 17
48. This Is Your Life (1955–2003)
30 min | Documentary, Biography
The UK version of the popular US show. Eamonn Andrews (later Michael Aspel) surprises celebrities by presenting them with the Big Red Book before taking them into the studio to tell viewers... See full summary »
Stars: Eamonn Andrews, Michael Aspel, Elizabeth Dawn, June Whitfield
Votes: 323
49. The Cinder Path (1994– )
145 min | Drama, Romance, War
Tale of a farmer's son who gets involved with two sisters, then goes to fight in the trenches in WW1.
Stars: Catherine Zeta-Jones, Lloyd Owen, Ralph Ineson, Maria Miles
Votes: 494
50. Jacqueline (1956)
Not Rated | 89 min | Drama
Captivating drama of a lovable little Irish girl and how she helps her tippler father find work.
Director: Roy Ward Baker | Stars: John Gregson, Kathleen Ryan, Jacqueline Ryan, Noel Purcell
Votes: 181