Documentary following the Grenadier Guards as they prepare to lead the 2010 Trooping the Colour, having spent the last six months on the front line in Afghanistan. Show more
The Diamond Queen
Episode 1
1 hour
First broadcast: on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: on BBC One Northern Ireland
Andrew Marr looks at the life and reign of Queen Elizabeth II. In this episode, with remarkable archive footage, Marr tells the story of the young girl who never expected to reign. Show more
The Diamond Queen
Episode 2
1 hour
First broadcast: on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: on BBC One Northern Ireland
Andrew Marr looks at the life and reign of HM Queen Elizabeth II. In the second of three programmes, he assesses her moves to modernise the monarchy. Show more
Andrew Marr looks at the defining moments of HM the Queen's reign, beginning with her accession to the throne in 1952 and her Coronation sixteen months later. Show more
With Queen Elizabeth II about to become the longest-reigning monarch in British history, this documentary compares the lives and the reigns of two extraordinary women. Show more
The remarkable life story of HRH the Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip. Show more
1 hour
Documentary following pop star Claire Richards' efforts to go from overweight couch potato to a size 12 for her wedding. Along the way she attends a brutal bridal boot camp. Show more
Her Majesty the Queen delivers her annual address in the Christmas message to the nation and the Commonwealth.
Stephen Fry tells the story of Sir David Frost's life, including interviews with Michael Caine, Michael Parkinson and Michael Palin. Plus insight from Tony Blair and John Major. Show more
The remarkable life story of HRH the Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip, the man who stood beside the Queen for over 70 years. Featuring interviews with those who knew him best. Show more
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II addresses the Commonwealth.
Documentary telling the life story of Norman Wisdom, from street urchin to knight of the realm, through interviews with his children, and actors and directors who worked with him. Show more
Dame Judi Dench, Sir Ian McKellen, Vanessa Redgrave, Sir Trevor Nunn and others look back at the extraordinary life of Sir Peter Hall, the man who transformed British theatre. Show more
A look back at the life and career of Sir Bruce Forsyth, who entertained the British public for over 75 years. Show more
A tribute to actor and director Lord Richard Attenborough. Narrated by Alan Rickman and featuring contributions from many of the people who worked closely with him. Show more