Classic drama. Manipulated by Javert, Jean Valjean is ready to turn himself in, but he makes a promise to Fantine that changes everything. Show more
Detective drama series set on a Caribbean island. Jack and the team are mystified when the TV presenter of a holiday programme is found drowned. Show more
A face-stealing alien is rampant in Britain at the time of Queen Elizabeth II's coronation. The Doctor and Rose investigate!
Little Dorrit
Episode 14
1 hour
First broadcast: on BBC One LondonLatest broadcast: on BBC HD
Available for years
Costume drama. Mr Merdle's death and the collapse of Merdle's Bank send shockwaves through London as thousands face financial ruin. Arthur returns to the Marshalsea a prisoner. Show more
Little Dorrit
Episode 5
30 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC One ScotlandLatest broadcast: on BBC HD
Available for years
Costume drama based on the Dickens novel. Amy accompanies her sister Fanny to meet Mrs Merdle, queen bee of London society, and Rigaud comes into possession of the Clennam papers. Show more
Saturday Drama
A Christmas Carol
1 hour
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for 5 days
Charles Dickens's classic story of Ebenezer Scrooge is adapted for the voices of actors and the BBC Singers with a full score by the BBCSO. Script and music by Neil Brand. Show more
Ursula grapples with life and death during the Blitz. As the future of England hangs in the balance, Ursula attempts to save Teddy, and the country, from an inevitable fate.
Ursula’s birth sparks a thrilling journey as she dies and is reborn time and time again. In a country on the brink of change, she navigates through childhood in rural England.
Ursula visits a psychiatrist to help with her dark thoughts and disturbing dreams. A memorable birthday has shocking repercussions, and help comes from an unexpected place.
Following a whirlwind romance, Ursula struggles to adapt to married life with Derek. A desire for independence leads Ursula to spend the summer in Germany, and war grows closer.
Gordon lost control of the mob that is now freeing prisoners. Can the prison gates be unlocked? Stars Ron Cook and Bryan Dick. Show more
In the 1780s, a murderer disappears, leaving his wife and son Barnaby to fend for themselves. Starring Iain Glen and Ron Cook. Show more
Barnaby joins the ranks of the Protestant Association and a prominent catholic finds his life in danger. Starring Daniel Laurie. Show more
Harry is drawn into the murder of a Hasidic man found on disused wasteland, while Leo investigates the death of an Australian backpacker. Show more
Everyone remembers the Wise Owl, who kept children safe in those public information films from the 1970s. Especially Ronnie, who has spent his entire life trying to do the right thing. Show more
Classic drama. Fantine leaves Paris to find work and must make a heartbreaking decision. Jean Valjean has forged a new identity, and Javert is determined to catch him out. Show more
The Singing Detective
Episode 2: Heat
1 hour, 10 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC One WestLatest broadcast: on BBC Four
Available for 6 months
Dennis Potter's drama about a patient struggling to keep his sanity, with the help of his alter ego, the singing private eye. Marlow faces a talking cure with a psychologist. Show more
The Singing Detective
Episode 3: Lovely Days
1 hour, 10 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC One WestLatest broadcast: on BBC Four
Available for 6 months
Dennis Potter's drama serial with music. Marlow thinks back to the war when he was a little boy and remembers seeing his mother having illicit sex in the Forest of Dean. Show more
The Singing Detective
Episode 5: Pitter Patter
1 hour
First broadcast: on BBC One WestLatest broadcast: on BBC Four
Available for 6 months
Dennis Potter's surreal drama with music. Marlow is getting better and the different strands of his fiction and reality begin to occupy the same time and place. Show more
The Singing Detective
Episode 4: Clues
1 hour, 10 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC One WestLatest broadcast: on BBC Four
Available for 6 months
Dennis Potter's classic drama serial with music. Marlow as a child visits London, but is not impressed. A film option on Marlow's novel thickens the plot. Show more