Sylvia Plath: Inside The Bell Jar

Sylvia Plath: Inside The Bell Jar 2018

6.30

The story of the making of The Bell Jar, the unique, semi-autobiographical novel written by American writer Sylvia Plath (1932-63), published in February 1963, shortly before her death.

2018

The Marvellous Maggie Smith: A Celebration

The Marvellous Maggie Smith: A Celebration 2022

1

A look at Dame Maggie Smith's life from a two-up two-down in Essex to Broadway and Hollywood. Starring in more than 60 films and 70 plays across her 70-year career, Maggie's incredible determination and talent landed her among the elite.

2022

Spike Milligan: The Unseen Archive

Spike Milligan: The Unseen Archive 2022

1

Delve into a treasure trove of recently unearthed archives to tell a brand new story of Spike Milligan as film, scripts, letters, objects, photographs, recordings, and art all come together to paint a portrait of a comic genius.

2022

National Trust: Living in Our Historic Homes

National Trust: Living in Our Historic Homes 2024

1

Explore the lives of the lucky few who call Britain's most magnificent mansions home. Meet the custodians of Castle Ward, Croft Castle, and Castell Penrhyn as they navigate daily life amidst priceless antiques and stunning landscapes.

2024

Edward VIII: Britain's Traitor King

Edward VIII: Britain's Traitor King 2022

7.50

For the first time, the extent of the Duke of Windsor's treachery during World War II is revealed; not just sympathising with the enemy but, new evidence reveals, actively collaborating.

2022

Abortion: Beyond the Backstreet

Abortion: Beyond the Backstreet 2018

1

The struggle to pass the 1967 Abortion Act and its continued ramifications to the present day. Featuring never before broadcast interviews with women who had backstreet abortions, those in the medical profession on both sides of the debate, and the politicians and campaigners who were at the forefront of the law on illegal abortion being changed.

2018