Dramatised documentary about a real-life gladiator, Verus, who fought during the opening games in AD 80.
First shown on BBC1

Simon Russell Beale brings to life Edward Gibbon's The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire. (AD)

Time Shift recalls those who spoke out on stories the Government did not want to be revealed.

Charting John Gielgud 's special relationship with the corporation.

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Andrew Davies 's dramatisation of Anthony Trollope 's novel concludes. The Rowleys cross the Alps in pursuit of Louis. Aunt Stanbury tries to make peace with Dorothy. Rptd next Sun on BBC1

An intimate portrait of the actress, singer and 60s icon.

An exotic interpretation of Serge Gainsbourg 's songs, performed by his former wife.

The outcome of the UK's hippest art prize.