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1. Mastercard Masters of Music Concert for the Prince's Trust (1996 TV Special)
60 min | Documentary, Music
This benefit performance includes a staging of Quadrophenia, a rock opera by Pete Townshend based on the British gang conflicts of the 1960's.
Directors: Julia Knowles, Audrey Powell | Stars: Eric Clapton, Roger Daltrey, Bob Dylan, John Entwistle
Votes: 29
2.
Top of the Pops (1964–2023)
Episode:
Episode #14.25
(1977)
30 min | Music, News, Talk-Show
Dave Edmunds performs "I Knew The Bride"; Brotherhood of Man perform "Angelo" and Carole Bayer Sager performs "You're Moving Out Today"
Director: Stanley Appel | Stars: Jimmy Savile, Dave Edmunds, Tony Etoria, Gary Glitter
Votes: 27
3.
Arena (1975– )
Episode:
Ligmalion - a Musical for The 80s
(1985)
Documentary
Director: Nigel Finch | Stars: Jason Carter, Tim Curry, David Leland, Alexei Sayle
Votes: 14
4. Discs a Go-Go (1961–1968)
30 min | Music
Long-running music series, produced in Bristol, which typically featured pop and jazz performers, miming to their latest recordings.
Stars: Kent Walton, The Mike Cotton Jazzmen, The Yardbirds, Millie Small
Votes: 8
5.
Alas Smith & Jones (1984–1998)
Episode:
Scuba Diver.
(1986)
Comedy
Director: John Kilby | Stars: Mel Smith, Griff Rhys Jones, Mick Channon, Gary Glitter
Votes: 12
6. The Norman Gunston Show (1975–1979)
Comedy
A subversive parody of the established variety "Tonight Show" format, centering on a weekly roster of celebrity guests who were 'interviewed' by Norman Gunston.
Stars: Garry McDonald, Max Rowley, Abigail, Candy Raymond
Votes: 98
7. The Tube (1982–1987)
90 min | Music
Seminal Channel 4 live music series, famed for having the biggest music acts of the day performing live.
Stars: Jools Holland, Paula Yates, Leslie Ash, Muriel Gray
Votes: 124
8. Thank Your Lucky Stars (1961–1966)
40 min | Game-Show, Music
This was a vehicle for new record releases in the early sixties. A panel would rate the songs between 1-5 with the panel was made up of stars of the day.
Stars: Brian Matthew, Janice Nicholls, Jim Dale, Pete Murray
Votes: 37
9. All You Need Is Love (1977)
60 min | Music, Documentary
Series tracing the development of 20th-century popular music in all its forms.
Stars: Tina Turner, John Lennon, Paul McCartney, Elton John
Votes: 93
10. VH1's 8-Track Flashback (1995– )
Music
A look back at the 1970s, through various music videos and other clips from the era.
Stars: David Cassidy, Alice Cooper, Gary Glitter, David Bowie
Votes: 15
11. Arena (1975– )
60 min | Documentary
Wide-ranging arts program.
Stars: Gavin Millar, Kenneth Tynan, John Walters, Jonathan Miller
Votes: 320
12. Tiswas (1974–1982)
110 min | Animation, Family, Game-Show
Originally a Midlands-only "links" programme presented by Chris Tarrant and John Asher, Tiswas is chiefly remembered for evolving into a nationally broadcast comedy show with Chris joined by Sally James, Bob Carolgees and Lenny Henry.
Stars: Chris Tarrant, Sally James, John Asher, John Gorman
Votes: 219
13.
Super Gran (1985–1987)
Episode:
Supergran and the Racing Cert
(1987)
25 min | Comedy, Crime, Family
Poly Roofless, Rollie's younger brother, tells the Scunner to look after Newcastle Brown's prize winning racing pigeon, Fast Flo, in preparation of the great Chisleton pigeon race.
Director: Tony Kysh | Stars: Gudrun Ure, Iain Cuthbertson, Bill Shine, Samantha Duffy
Votes: 8
14. VH-1 Where Are They Now? (1999–2004)
Documentary, Biography
Stars: James Curreri, John Travolta, Bobby Brown, Betsy Lynn George
Votes: 143
15. Alas Smith & Jones (1984–1998)
30 min | Comedy
Mel Smith and Griff Rhys-Jones present a series of short (often tasteless, always scathing) sketches about modern life and the stupidity and gullibility of those who believe in it.
Stars: Mel Smith, Griff Rhys Jones, Geoffrey McGivern, Robin Driscoll
Votes: 1,926
16. Saturday Live (1985–1988)
Comedy
Saturday Live brought the late 1980s UK alternative comedy circuit to Channel 4. Some of comedy's most iconic characters made their debut such as Ben Elton, Harry Enfield, Rik Mayall, Adrian Edmondson, Stephen Fry and Hugh Laurie.
Stars: Ben Elton, Harry Enfield, Hugh Laurie, Stephen Fry
Votes: 119
17. Pop Quiz (1981–1984)
30 min | Game-Show, Music
Early Saturday evening quiz show hosted by Radio 1 DJ Mike Read. Each week 2 Teams of pop stars battle it out, not for prizes, but for self-respect! Rounds include song intros, lyrics and musical general knowledge.
Stars: Mike Read, Roger Taylor, Midge Ure, Paul Jones
Votes: 42
18. Disco (1971–1982)
60 min | Comedy, Music
Cult pop programe with bands/singers playing their current hit songs, some of them performing live, others miming. Popular actor/comedian Ilja Richter tells jokes inbetween acts.
Stars: Ilja Richter, Suzi Quatro, Benny Andersson, Agnetha Fältskog
Votes: 63
19. Lift Off (1969–1974)
30 min | Music
Ayshea Brough showcases music requested by viewers writing in to the series.
Stars: Ayshea Brough, The Feet, Ollie Beak, Wally Whyton
Votes: 21
20. No 73 (1982–1988)
Family
Kids TV show set in a house (#73) with presenters as characters. Each episode featured music, cartoons and ongoing storylines in various comedic situations and adventures. Focused on fun and entertainment for young viewers.
Stars: Andrea Arnold, Nick Staverson, Neil Buchanan, Sandi Toksvig
Votes: 158
21. Shang-a-Lang (1975– )
20 min | Music
The Bay City Rollers perform some of their songs and each week different guest artists appear to promote newly released singles.
Stars: Bay City Rollers, Big Jim Sullivan, Him And Us Dancers, David Cassidy
Votes: 17
22. Open Air (1986–1990)
55 min | Talk-Show
Viewers get a chance to talk back to programme makers about the programmes we watch.
Stars: Eamonn Holmes, Pattie Coldwell, Bob Wellings, Jayne Irving
Votes: 14
23. Live & Kicking (1993–2001)
180 min | Comedy, Family, Game-Show
The BBC's much loved weekly 3 and a quarter hour live Saturday Morning programme, aimed at children.
Stars: Trevor Neal, Simon Hickson, Zoë Ball, Jamie Theakston
Votes: 404
24.
Top of the Pops (1964–2023)
Episode:
Top of the Pops '73
(1973)
Music, News, Talk-Show
Stars: Tony Blackburn, Noel Edmonds, Slade, Donny Osmond
Votes: 11
25. Crackerjack! (1955–2021)
45 min | Comedy, Family, Game-Show
The shows were broadcast live in front of an audience largely of children, originally at the King's Theatre on Hammersmith Road until 1963, then at the BBC Television Theatre (now the ... See full summary »
Stars: Bert Hayes, Peter Glaze, Jillian Comber, Leslie Crowther
Votes: 117
26. Top of the Pops (1964–2023)
60 min | Music, News, Talk-Show
A rundown of the latest chart hits, featuring in-studio performances from popular music artists.
Stars: The Ladybirds, Pan's People, Jimmy Savile, Legs & Co
Votes: 1,126
27. The Big Breakfast (1992–2002)
120 min | Comedy, Game-Show, News
The UK's breakfast TV show on Channel 4. A very lighthearted mix of interviews, news, quizzes and features.
Stars: Jody Bunting, Denise Van Outen, Johnny Vaughan, Richard Orford
Votes: 2,086
28. The Last Resort with Jonathan Ross (1987–1997)
Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Groundbreaking and influential British talk show which made a star of its host Jonathan Ross.
Stars: Jonathan Ross, John Benson, Steve Nieve, Rowland Rivron
Votes: 43
29. Forty Minutes (1981–1994)
40 min | Documentary
Documentaries on any possible subject, the only connection being that they last forty minutes.
Stars: John Pitman, Michael Dean, Lucinda Lambton, Roger Mills
Votes: 31
30. Roland Rat: The Series (1985–1988)
Comedy, Family
Comic stories involving the puppet "Roland the Rat" and his friends living under London's Kings Cross Railway Station.
Stars: James Saxon, Anna Karen, Patrick Allen, Darryl Worbey
Votes: 88
31. Supersonic (1975– )
Music
Stars: Mike Mansfield, Georg Kajanus, Phil Pickett, Henry Marsh
Votes: 9
32. Iltatähti (1973–1983)
Music, Talk-Show
Iltatähti was a music and talk show which ran on YLE between 1973-1983 of about 50 minutes duration.
Stars: Mikko Alatalo, Matti Poijärvi, Hector, Matti Rosvall
Votes: 12
33. 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
34. What's Up Doc? (1992–1995)
Family
Anarchic and edgy Saturday morning entertainment show.
Stars: Andy Crane, Pat Sharp, Yvette Fielding, Tim Rose
Votes: 38
35. The James Whale Radio Show (1988–1992)
51 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Late-night adult discussion show with Radio Aire DJ James Whale simultaneously broadcasting on TV with a variety of guests, music and comedy. The series eventually evolved into more of a studio-based format.
Stars: James Whale, Linda Nolan, Bernard Manning, Nina Myskow
Votes: 34
36. Clive Anderson All Talk (1996–1999)
Talk-Show
An irreverent late-night talk show with Clive Anderson, mixing quips and chat with celebrity guests. It remains perhaps best remembered for an episode where guests The Bee Gees walked out.
Stars: Clive Anderson, Ben Elton, Steve Coogan, Stephen Fry
Votes: 41
37. Àngel Casas Show (1984–1988)
Music, Talk-Show
Stars: Àngel Casas, Josep Maria Bardagí, Dyango, Núria Feliu
Votes: 25
38. Super Gran (1985–1987)
60 min | Comedy, Crime, Family
The adventures of a super-powered granny who fights crime in her community.
Stars: Gudrun Ure, Iain Cuthbertson, Bill Shine, Alan Snell
Votes: 572
39. The Showman (1970)
28 min | Documentary, Short
Short documentary about the circus showman, Wally Shufflebottom Jr.
Director: Christian Marnham | Stars: Cecily Irene Rosaire, Wally Shufflebottom
Votes: 36
40. Top Ten (1998– )
90 min | Music, Documentary
Series looking at different genres in television and music.
Stars: Paul Morley, Phill Jupitus, Marc Almond, Tommy Vance
Votes: 40
41. Wogan (1982–1992)
35 min | Talk-Show
Terry Wogan hosts his own long-running chat show, where he interviews a variety of guests, from public life to celebrities. Also featured are regular musical guests performing their latest songs.
Stars: Terry Wogan, Sue Lawley, Joanna Lumley, Gloria Hunniford
Votes: 314
42. Surprise! Surprise! (1984–2015)
60 min | Documentary, Family, Game-Show
Stars: Cilla Black, Bob Carolgees, Gordon Burns, Christopher Biggins
Votes: 107
43. BBC News 8pm Summary (2007– )
3 min | Short, News
International, national and regional news and weather at 8pm on BBC One.
Stars: Waseem Mirza, Sophie Long, Riz Lateef, Sam Naz
Votes: 33
44. 3-2-1 (1978–1987)
60 min | Game-Show
Three couples compete in a missing word game, with the winning couple going on to solve riddles left by guest performers to win prizes and avoid Dusty Bin's booby prize.
Stars: Ted Rogers, Dusty Bin, Chris Emmett, Mike Newman
Votes: 101
45. Clunk-Click (1973–1974)
Stars: Jimmy Savile, Olivia Newton-John, Cyril Smith, Chicory Tip
Votes: 11
46. One O'Clock News (1986– )
30 min | News
The BBC's lunchtime news bulletin.
Stars: Sophie Raworth, Kate Silverton, Louise Minchin, Emily Maitlis
Votes: 71
47. Remember Me This Way (1974)
57 min | Documentary, Music
Remember Me This Way is an hour long documentary on 70's British Glam Rock star - Gary Glitter. Filmed at the height of his fame, the film builds to its finale of Glitter's concert at the ... See full summary »
Directors: Bob Foster, Ron Inkpen | Star: Gary Glitter
Votes: 49
48. Spotlight (1968–1978)
Music
'Spotlight' was a monthly TV show for teenagers on channel ORF 1 (Österreichischer Rundfunk) coo-production with Swiss Broadcasting Corporation (SRG). This music series focused on music ... See full summary »
Stars: Peter Rapp, Wilfried Scheutz, Hans Kreuzmayr, Sepp Krassnitzer
50. The Time of Your Life (1983–1985)
Talk-Show
Noel Edmonds helps a celebrity recall a magical moment in their life by recreating the month in the year in which it happened. A sort of "Where Are They Now" meets "This is Your Life" - ... See full summary »
Stars: Noel Edmonds, Vera Lynn, Barbara Cartland, Leslie Thomas