1982. In London, whispers begin of a mysterious ‘gay plague’. As men contract Aids in alarming numbers, the community rallies to protect others from infection. Show more
Amid rising rates of infection, the government educates the nation about Aids. Dedicated hospital wards provide a haven, but deaths continue increasing in the gay community. Show more
The 19th-century union appears secure, but beneath the surface run deep divisions, leading to the emergence of a new working-class movement - and a catastrophic famine in Ireland. Show more
The 20th century sees partition in Ireland. A sense of national unity emerges in the aftermath of the World War II, but new divisions create questions about the union’s future. Show more
Six Wives with Lucy Worsley
Episode 1
57 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: on BBC History Channel
Available for 4 months
Documentary series featuring dramatic reconstruction in which Lucy Worsley delves into the personal lives of Henry VIII's wives, beginning with Catherine of Aragon and Anne Boleyn. Show more
Six Wives with Lucy Worsley
Episode 3
56 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC One WestLatest broadcast: on BBC History Channel
Available for 4 months
Documentary drama series exploring the lives of Henry VIII's wives. Henry annuls his marriage to Anne of Cleves and marries teenager Catherine Howard two weeks later. Show more
In the face of threats from overseas and rebellion in Scotland, a new sense of Britishness emerges, and a national hero is born. Show more
Six Wives with Lucy Worsley
Episode 2
57 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC One WestLatest broadcast: on BBC History Channel
Available for 4 months
Documentary drama series exploring the lives of Henry VIII's wives. Henry leaves Katherine to marry Anne Boleyn, but rumours start to spread that she has been unfaithful. Show more
David Olusoga tells the story of attempts to form a united Britain in the 17th and early 18th centuries, a period defined by religious and cultural divisions. Show more