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1. Celebrity Antiques Road Trip (2011– )
Reality-TV
A spin-off from Antiques Road Trip (2010) in which two teams consisting of an expert and a celebrity buy antiques to sell at auction, hoping to make a profit and give it to charity.
Stars: Tim Wonnacott, David Harper, James Braxton, Philip Serrell
Votes: 112
2. Cutting Edge (1990–2017)
Documentary
Weekly documentary series focussing on political and social issues.
Stars: John Simm, Mark Halliley, Steven Mackintosh, Jim Carter
Votes: 123
3. The Gadget Show (2004–2023)
45 min | Documentary
Consumer technology series focusing on the latest gadgets, games and more.
Stars: Jon Bentley, Ortis Deley, Jason Bradbury, Suzi Perry
Votes: 525
4. The Private Life of a Masterpiece (2001–2011)
50 min | Documentary
Stars: Samuel West, Richard Cork, Jonathan Jones, John House
Votes: 243
5. University Challenge (1962– )
30 min | Game-Show
Amol Rajan hosts this trivia quiz show where colleges from around the UK compete against each other. Originally presented by Bamber Gascoigne from 1962 to 1987, and Jeremy Paxman from 1994 to 2023.
Stars: Jeremy Paxman, Roger Tilling, Bamber Gascoigne, Jim Pope
Votes: 865
6. Theremin: An Electronic Odyssey (1993)
PG | 83 min | Documentary, Biography, History
A documentary about the inventor of the first electronic synthesiser instrument and his subsequent life after he was abducted by the KGB as well as a history of his instrument.
Director: Steven M. Martin | Stars: Leon Theremin, Robert Moog, Clara Rockmore, Nicolas Slonimsky
Votes: 988 | Gross: $0.19M
7. The Wonderful, Horrible Life of Leni Riefenstahl (1993)
183 min | Documentary, Biography, History
A documentary about the life and work of Leni Riefenstahl, a German film director most notorious for making the most effective propaganda films for the Nazis.
Director: Ray Müller | Stars: Leni Riefenstahl, Marlene Dietrich, Arnold Fanck, Walter Frentz
Votes: 3,052 | Gross: $0.45M
8. Tonight with Trevor McDonald (1999– )
30 min | Documentary
British current affairs magazine presented by Julie Etchingham.
Stars: Julie Etchingham, Jonathan Maitland, Trevor McDonald, Stephen Bush
Votes: 47
9. The Late Show (1988–1995)
Documentary
Television programme on arts, the media and culture.
Stars: Sarah Dunant, Tracey MacLeod, Clive James, Waldemar Januszczak
Votes: 31
10. The Art Mysteries (2020– )
29 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Art sleuth Waldemar Januszczak uncovers the secret meanings hidden within some of the greatest paintings by Van Gogh, Gauguin, Cezanne and Seurat .
Star: Waldemar Januszczak
Votes: 48
11. The Dark Ages: An Age of Light (2012– )
Documentary, History
Christianity slowly emerged from being a persecuted minority to the state religion of the Roman Empire. This episode is a history of the ways believers grappled with a way to depict Jesus. ... See full summary »
Stars: Waldemar Januszczak, Shaun Greenhalgh
Votes: 277
12. The Renaissance Unchained (2016)
60 min | Documentary
In this series critic and writer Waldemar Januszczak challenges the traditional review that the European Renaissance originated in southern Europe, advocating a case for the north instead.
Star: Waldemar Januszczak
Votes: 163
13. Discovery Atlas (2006–2008)
Documentary
Discovery Channel presents DISCOVERY ATLAS, the global television event that shows you the world as you've never seen it, through the fascinating stories of its people. DISCOVERY ATLAS ... See full summary »
Stars: James Spader, Russell Crowe, Andre Braugher, Edward James Olmos
Votes: 215
14. The Impressionists: Painting and Revolution (2011– )
60 min | Documentary
Art writer Waldemar Januszczak explores the revolutionary achievements of the Impressionists.
Star: Waldemar Januszczak
Votes: 149
15. Rubens: An Extra Large Story (2015 TV Movie)
59 min | Biography
Waldemar Januszczak sets out to correct the misconceptions that have arisen about the art of Rubens.
Director: Waldemar Januszczak | Stars: Waldemar Januszczak, Nico Van Hout
Votes: 67
16. Saturday Review (1986–1990)
Documentary
Stars: Russell Davies, Minette Marrin, Eric Griffiths, Jonathan Meades
17. Baroque! From St Peter's to St Paul's (2009)
60 min | Documentary
In this three-part documentary series Waldemar Januszczak discovers paintings, sculptures and architecture of the Baroque period. Starting from the square of Saint Peter's Basilica in Italy to St Paul's Cathedral in England.
Star: Waldemar Januszczak
Votes: 96
18. Sickert vs Sargent (2007 TV Movie)
60 min | Documentary
Sickert vs. Sargent brings to life two of the biggest characters in modern British art; Walter Sickert - the gruff, aggressive man-of-the-people; and John Singer Sargent - the urbane and ... See full summary »
Director: Waldemar Januszczak | Star: Waldemar Januszczak
Votes: 18
19. Christmas University Challenge (2011– )
Game-Show
Seasonal specials featuring teams of distinguished graduates rather than current students.
Stars: Roger Tilling, Jeremy Paxman, Amol Rajan, Carla Mendonça
Votes: 28
20. The Michelangelo Code: Lost Secrets of the Sistine Chapel (2008 TV Movie)
Not Rated | 103 min | Documentary
Art critic Waldemar Januszczak is on the quest to explain exactly what the Sistine Chapel's ceiling is actually trying to tell us.
Director: Waldemar Januszczak | Star: Waldemar Januszczak
Votes: 27
21. Manet: The Man Who Invented Modern Art (2009)
90 min | Documentary, Biography
Manet is one of the main candidates for the title of the most important artist that ever lived. As the father of Impressionism he can be accused of inventing modern art. But his story is deeper than imagined.
Director: Waldemar Januszczak | Stars: Waldemar Januszczak, Juliet Wilson-Bareau
Votes: 112
22. Toulouse-Lautrec: The Full Story (2006 TV Movie)
120 min | Documentary, Biography
Art Critic Waldemar Januzczak presents this documentary which details french artist Toulouse-Lautrec's life.
Director: Waldemar Januszczak | Star: Waldemar Januszczak
Votes: 38
23. Gallery (1984–1990)
Game-Show
A cerebral game show in which six panelists, split into two teams of three (a team captain, a celebrity guest and a student), are asked to identify and discuss various works of art.
Stars: George Melly, Maggi Hambling, Frank Whitford, Geraldine Norman
24. Rococo: Travel, Pleasure, Madness (2014)
59 min | Documentary
Rococo art is often dismissed as frivolous. But Waldemar Januszczak disagrees and in this three-part series he tries to bring Rococo art closer to us, and argues that the Rococo was the age in which the modern world was born.
Star: Waldemar Januszczak
Votes: 86
25. Front Row (II) (2017– )
30 min | Music, News, Talk-Show
BBC Radio 4's long-running, flagship culture review show makes the leap to television, as presenters and guests cast a critical eye over the arts world.
Stars: Mary Beard, Shahidha Bari, David Olusoga, Ella Whelan
Votes: 38
26. Holbein: Eye of the Tudors (2015 TV Movie)
PG-13 | 59 min | Documentary
A survey of Hans Holbein's career from his beginnings as a religious painter to his work for Henry VIII and beyond. The program also includes a close analysis of "The Ambassadors"
Director: Waldemar Januszczak | Star: Waldemar Januszczak
Votes: 114
27. Vincent: The Full Story (2004)
150 min | Documentary
The life of Vincent Van Gogh presented by Waldemar Januszczak.
Star: Waldemar Januszczak
Votes: 72
29. Handmade in Bolton (2019)
29 min | Documentary
Shaun Greenhalgh was once a prolific forger, who could make anything using techniques from the past. He has now teamed up with Oxford historian, Dr Janina Ramirez to keep alive the secrets of the ancients.
Stars: Waldemar Januszczak, Janina Ramirez, Shaun Greenhalgh
30. Understanding Art: Impressionism (2011– )
The sunny landscapes and shimmering portraits of the 19th century impressionists adorn candy boxes and designer T-shirts. But as critic Waldemar Januszczak reveals in this four-part ... See full summary »
Star: Waldemar Januszczak
Votes: 41
31. Mary Magdalene: Art's Scarlet Woman (2017 TV Movie)
60 min | Documentary
Waldemar Januszczak explores the impact of Mary Magdalene's myth on art and artists. In art all Christian saints are inventions but Mary Magdalene has been the subject of more invention and re-invention than any other.
Director: Waldemar Januszczak | Star: Waldemar Januszczak
Votes: 75
32. Made in the USA (2018)
60 min | Documentary, History
A history of American art with Waldemar Januszczak.
Star: Waldemar Januszczak
Votes: 34
33. Gauguin: The Full Story (2003 TV Movie)
120 min | Documentary, Biography
In 1903, on the island of Hiva Oa in the Marquesas, a syphilitic and alcoholic Frenchman called Paul Gauguin died of a heart attack. At that point nobody realised the incredible impact ... See full summary »
Director: Waldemar Januszczak | Stars: Waldemar Januszczak, Dario Encinas Pareja, Marc Douezy, Mette Gauguin
Votes: 75
34. Inside Culture with Mary Beard (2020– )
Documentary
How does the art we consume reflect the times we live in? A topical look at the latest film, TV, music, books and theatre - through the eyes of their creators and their audiences.
Stars: Mary Beard, Brian Cox, Brian Blessed, Siân Phillips
Votes: 12
35. Did You See..? (1980–1993)
30 min | Talk-Show
Presenter Ludovic Kennedy and three guests discuss the week's television, while there are also interviews with those responsible for making it. The series was later revived with Jeremy Paxman as the host.
Stars: Ludovic Kennedy, Jeremy Paxman, Sarah Dunant, Sue Peacock
Votes: 7
36. Travels with My Camera: The Happy Dictator (2007 TV Movie)
48 min | Documentary
In this documentary, well-known critic Waldemar Januszczak travels to Turkmenistan to investigate the now deceased Niyazov who retained absolute control over the country, banning photography, dogs, cinemas, circuses, car radios and ballet.
Director: Waldemar Januszczak | Star: Waldemar Januszczak
Votes: 13
37. Here Comes the Summer: The Undertones Story (2012)
59 min | Documentary, Music
Director: Chris Wilson | Stars: James Nesbitt, Paul Morley, Michael Bradley, Damian O'Neill
Votes: 12
38. Beijing Swings (2003 TV Movie)
49 min | Documentary
Art critic Waldemar Januzczak explores Beijing's controversial and challenging modern art scene.
Director: Martin Herring | Star: Waldemar Januszczak
Votes: 9
39. Hawkwind: Do Not Panic (2007 TV Movie)
59 min | Documentary
The history of legendary space-rock band Hawkwind, with contributions from a number of past members (Lemmy, Mik Turner, et al).
Director: Simon Chu | Stars: Harvey Bainbridge, Dave Brock, Robert Calvert, Tim Cumming
Votes: 55
40. Ugly Beauty (2010)
60 min | Documentary
Beauty today can be subtle and elusive. It can be found in the LCD sculptures of Tatsuo Miyajima, the subtle light installations of James Turrell or cancer paintings of Damien Hirst. Januzczak, Waldemar goes searching.
Director: Waldemar Januszczak | Stars: Damien Hirst, Waldemar Januszczak, Anish Kapoor, Jeff Koons
Votes: 20
41. Picasso: Magic, Sex & Death (2001– )
156 min | Documentary
John Richardson, Picasso's friend and biographer, tells the extraordinary story of the 20th century's greatest artist.
Star: John Richardson
Votes: 33
42. Close Up (1998–2000)
50 min | Documentary
Stars: Neil Pearson, Dennis Potter, Manic Street Preachers, Lennie James
43. Right to Reply (1982–2001)
30 min
Viewers comment on television programmes.
Stars: Roger Bolton, Gus Macdonald, Nabil Shaban, Jon Ronson
44. The Art of Arts TV (2008)
60 min | Documentary
Stars: Suzy Klein, David Attenborough, Waldemar Januszczak, Leslie Megahey
45. Charles I's Treasures Reunited (2018 TV Movie)
60 min | Documentary, History
Brenda Emmanus explores the art collection of Charles I, much of which is being reunited for a unique exhibition for the first time since his execution. Brenda hears the stories behind the ... See full summary »
Director: Edmund Moriarty | Stars: Brenda Emmanus, Mary Beard, Thomas Bohl, Rosanna de Sancha
Votes: 18
46. William Dobson: The Lost Genius of British Art (2011 TV Movie)
60 min | Documentary, Biography
Acclaimed British art critic, Waldemar Januszczak, investigates the few known facts about William Dobson and seeks out personal stories he left behind as it follows him through his ... See full summary »
Director: Waldemar Januszczak | Star: Waldemar Januszczak
Votes: 29
47. B-Movie (2009)
14 min | Documentary, Short
Director: Jaimie D'Cruz | Stars: Banksy, Damien Hirst, Waldemar Januszczak
Votes: 16
48. Music of The Millennium: The Final Countdown - Top 100 Albums (1998 TV Movie)
120 min | Music
The Top 100 Albums of the Millennium as voted for by Channel 4 UK Tv Viewers and Guardian Newspaper Readers.
Directors: Peter Orton, Nick Cory Wright | Star: John Peel
49. The Art of the Night (2011 TV Special)
Documentary
Painting at night is difficult and problematic, so why have so many great artists taken on the challenge. Waldemar Januszczak celebrates the nocturnal art of Rembrandt, Van Gogh, Velazquez,... See full summary »
Director: Caroline Wright | Star: Waldemar Januszczak