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- Bridgerton. Bridgerton is a steamy, candy-colored adaptation of Julia Quinn's much loved series of romance novels, which center around the Bridgerton family of siblings, and their quest to find love.
- Vanity Fair. We're living in the era of the Hollywood remake, and one classic tale recently reimagined for the small screen is William Makepeace Thackeray's 1847 serial novel, Vanity Fair.
- Derry Girls. This Irish show is definitely not British, but it deserves a spot on this list. The show follows five teenagers during the end of the Troubles in Northern Ireland in the 90s.
- A Discovery of Witches. Based on Deborah Harkness's trilogy, A Discovery of Witches is the story of a witch, Diana Bishop (Teresa Palmer), who falls for a vampire, Matthew (Mathew Goode).
98 titles. Sort by List order. 1. Play for Today. Episode: Abigail's Party. (1977) 1970–1984 1h 42m. 7.9 (2.4K) Rate. TV Episode. Arguably the most famous edition of Play For Today, and one of the most beloved, as Mike Leigh directs a comedy of manners.
Feb 24, 2023 · From hilarious sitcoms to classic adaptations, there's no shortage of British TV shows streaming right now.
I really love British television and here is a list of British TV series and miniseries I really like. Period drama is a personal favorite (as you may notice). Note: I only list series I've seen.
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Killing Eve
Seasons: 3 (2018-present) Where to stream: Hulu This supremely addictive crime thriller, produced by BBC America, stars Sandra Oh as an intelligence agent obsessed with female serial killers. She meets her match in the mysterious Villanelle, played by Jodie Comer, and their cat-and-mouse game quickly turns into something very twisted and very personal. Smart, funny and violent, each season of Killing Eve is helmed by an exciting female filmmaker, including Fleabag'sPhoebe Waller-Bridge (see b...
Luther
Seasons: 5 (2010-2019) Where to stream: HBO Max The world’s no. 1 crushIdris Elba stars as John Lucas, an obsessive and hot-tempered police detective who lives dangerously close to the edge. Bloody, tragic and riveting, Luther features an unforgettable love-hate interest in Ruth Wilson’s charming psychopath Alice Morgan.
Prime Suspect
Seasons: 7 (1991-2006) Where to stream: Hulu, BritBox In the years leading up to her first Oscar nomination, Dame Helen Mirren won three BAFTA awards for her now-iconic performance as the tough, brilliant Jane Tennison on Prime Suspect. At the beginning of the long-runningshow, Tennison is trying to prove herself as one of London’s first female detective chief inspectors; in later years, the character falls into alcoholism and personal crises, but never loses her edge. Related: OutlanderStars...
Doctor Who
Seasons: 13 (2005-present) Where to stream: HBO Max Few shows have as much as history as the BBC’s seminal sci-fi series (which first premiered in 1963), but don’t let that scare you. Rebooted in 2005, the saga of a mysterious time traveler known only as The Doctor is an irresistible adventure, pivoting effortlessly between past and future, sci-fi and fantasy, mystery and romance. A new storyline begins whenever the title role is recast, so beginners can jump in at season 1 (Christopher Eccle...
Black Mirror
Seasons: 5 and a film (2011-present) Where to stream: Netflix At its best, this twisty sci-fi anthology series is chilling, thought-provoking and inventive. At its worst, it’s downright sadistic. Still, the very best episodes are essential viewing. Start with numbers 1-4, skip the interactive movie, and don’t miss “San Junipero” or “USS Callister.”
Good Omens
Seasons: 1 (2019-present) Where to stream: Amazon Prime Based on the 1990 bestseller by Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman, this irreverent fantasy epic tells the time-and-dimension-hopping story of an angel (Michael Sheen) and a demon (David Tennant) who team up to try and prevent the apocalypse. Related: Best TV Shows of All Time
Poldark
Seasons: 5 (2015-2019) Where to stream: Amazon Prime Romance and melodrama abound in this rousing 18th century tale. Englishman Ross Poldark (dreamboat Aiden Turner) returns from fighting in the American Revolutionary War to find his family in ruins and the woman he loves engaged to another man. Can Poldark restore his family’s estate and learn to love again? Can he take off his shirt a lot in the process? We bet you know the answer.
Downton Abbey
Seasons: 6 (2010-2015) Where to stream: Amazon Prime, Britbox Unless you’ve been living in a hole in the ground, you’re familiar with the international sensation that is Downton Abbey. (Even if you have been living in a hole in the ground, you’ve probably heard at least one earthworm attempt a Lady Grantham impression.) Whether you’re new to Julian Fellowes’ addictive turn-of-the-century drama or you’ve watched it so much that you’re practically a member of the Crawley family, now is the perf...
Upstairs Downstairs
Seasons: 5 (1971-1975) Where to stream: BritBox Done with Downton? Step back in time and watch the show that inspired it. Co-created by star Jean Marsh (who plays the head house parlor maid), Upstairs Downstairs chronicles the lives of the aristocratic Bellamy family and their servants between the years 1903 and 1930. Despite its lean production values (the first several episodes were shot in black and white), the ‘70s hit remains a highly enjoyable drama with a stellar cast. (And if you do w...
Seasons: 2 (2016-2019) Where to stream: Amazon Prime If you’re not yet aboard the Phoebe Waller-Bridge train, start here. The actress, writer and fashion icon broke out with this tour-de-force black comedy, about a witty London woman barreling through life after the sudden death of her best friend. Season 1 is shocking and hilarious, but the second (the “hot priest” season) cemented Fleabag as an instant classic.
Mar 27, 2023 · The very best British TV shows span many different genres, eras, and creators. Some are laugh-out-loud comedies that have earned fans across the globe.
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