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Intimate portrait of Sir John Betjeman, one of the most popular English poets of the 20th century. Featuring contributions from the Prince of Wales and Lord Snowdon. Show more
1 hour
First broadcast: on BBC Two Northern Ireland (Analogue)Latest broadcast: on BBC Four
The story of Yuri Gagarin, first man in space, from the privations of a peasant Russian childhood to the pressures of worldwide renown.
1 hour
First broadcast: on BBC Two ScotlandLatest broadcast: on BBC Two Wales HD
Documentary about the shy and retiring George VI, who reluctantly took the crown after the abdication of his brother Edward VIII in 1936. Show more
1 hour
First broadcast: on BBC FourLatest broadcast: on BBC Two Wales
Two-part profile of Alfred Hitchcock. His 1950s and 60s work brought him wealth and acclaim, but his obsessions took on a new intensity. Show more
Controversial celebrities of the 20th century. Archive footage and interviews with friends reveal an unseen side to the jazz singer Billie Holiday. Show more
1 hour
The series of historical biographies presents a profile of the actor John Wayne, whose screen image was at odds with his personal beliefs. Show more
50 minutes
The story of the rhinestone-clad pianist Liberace, who was adored by his fans, despite revelations about his bizarre personal life. Show more
Revealing the bitter dispute between General Eisenhower and Field Marshal Montgomery during World War II. Show more
55 minutes
Two-part profile of Alfred Hitchcock. This first part explores the childhood influences that turned an overweight loner into the master of suspense. Show more
55 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Two ScotlandLatest broadcast: on BBC Two HD
Albert Speer was Hitler's architect, arms minister and only friend. But was his remorse after the war genuine, or a clever strategy? Show more
Documentary revealing the truth about Frankie Howerd, one of Britain's best-loved comedians whose personal life was full of closely guarded secrets. Show more
49 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Two EnglandLatest broadcast: on BBC Two Northern Ireland
Biography series. Exploring the life and career of actor Arthur Lowe, who found fame as the pompous Captain Mainwaring in the classic wartime sitcom, Dad's Army. Show more
Documentary about naturalist and author Joy Adamson, from her birth in Vienna to her turbulent marriage, the publication of Born Free and her death in 1980. Show more
1 hour
First broadcast: on BBC Two Northern Ireland (Analogue)Latest broadcast: on BBC Two England
Archive footage, documents and dramatisations chart the antagonistic relationship between General Dwight D Eisenhower and Field Marshal B.L. Montgomery.
50 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Two Northern Ireland (Analogue)Latest broadcast: on BBC Two England
When Dr Alfred Kinsey, an unlikely pioneer of the sexual revolution, published Sexual Behaviour in the Human Male in 1948 it changed forever the way sex was thought and talked about.
1 hour
First broadcast: on BBC Two Northern Ireland (Analogue)Latest broadcast: on BBC Four
Albert Speer was Hitler's architect, his armaments minister and one of his few friends. He was also the only senior Nazi to admit responsibility for Hitler's regime. Was his remorse genuine?
50 minutes
Profile of fashion designer Gabrielle 'Coco' Chanel, who devoted her life to becoming the symbol of chic but hid a secret past as a singer, mistress and spy. Show more
