Series like Alan Bennett's Diaries

Find more than 24 similar TV shows like Alan Bennett's Diaries

Alan Bennett's Diaries

Alan Bennett's Diaries

Genre: Documentary
Year Released: 2016
Initial Release: November 16, 2016
Director: Adam Low
Cinematography: Martin Rosenbaum
Nominations: British Academy Television Award for Best Specialist Factual
Watch Trailer

Alan Bennett's Diaries similar series:

1


0

0
The Witness for the Prosecution

The Witness for the Prosecution
Plot: When the naive Leonard is blamed for brutal murder, his life hangs in the balance and only the alibi of his wife Romaine can save him. His lawyer Mayhew becomes deeply involved in proving his innocence even when his case seems hopeless.
Watch Trailer

2


0

0
The Night Manager

The Night Manager
Plot: Pine, an ex-British soldier, is hired by an intelligence officer as a covert operative. He is tasked with infiltrating the inner circle of Roper, a secret arms dealer and also his lover's killer.
Watch Trailer

3


0

0
The Durrells

The Durrells
Plot: This drama series is based on Gerald Durrell's classic trilogy of Corfu memoirs and stars Keeley Hawes in the lead role of Louisa Durrell. The story follows an English family in the 1930s. Louisa, a young widow with four children, struggles with life as a single parent living in Bournemouth. The Durrell...

4


0

0
The Hollow Crown

The Hollow Crown
Plot: King Richard is called upon to settle a dispute between his cousin Henry Bolingbroke and Thomas Mowbray. Richard calls for a duel but then halts it just before swords clash. Both men are banished from the realm.
Watch Trailer

5


0

0
Who Do You Think You Are?

Who Do You Think You Are?
Plot: Genealogy series in which well-known people trace their family tree, often travelling to different areas and other countries to follow in their ancestors' footsteps. Family secrets and forgotten stories are revealed, sometimes confirming the celebrity's previous ideas, but often completely subverting...
Watch Trailer

6


0

0
Happy Valley

Happy Valley
Plot: Post her teenage daughter's suicide, Sergeant Catherine Cawood leads a team of strong-willed police officers in West Yorkshire to solve cases in the area.

7


0

0
Planet Earth II

Planet Earth II
Plot: From the frozen tundra in the north to the dry forests of the equator, Sir David Attenborough narrates a compelling view of the planet. "Planet Earth" was the first natural history documentary to be filmed in high definition, and now a decade later improved technology has made it possible to capture...
Watch Trailer

8


0

0
Thirteen

Thirteen
Plot: After being held captive for thirteen years, Ivy Moxam finally escapes from her cellar to resume her life. However, things get complicated when the police find that she is hiding certain secrets.
Watch Trailer

9


0

0
People Just Do Nothing

People Just Do Nothing
Plot: West London pirate radio station Kurupt FM and its eccentric staff are the focus of this mockumentary that shows what it takes to run an illegal business. The station is led by self-proclaimed garage legend MC Grindah and his second-in-command, DJ Beats, who is the best DJ in the west London area. They...
Watch Trailer

10


0

0
Upstart Crow

Upstart Crow
Plot: As part of the BBC Shakespeare Festival 2016, this comedy series celebrates the life of William Shakespeare, 400 years after the acclaimed writer's death. The leading role is played by David Mitchell, while Harry Enfield and Paula Wilcox star as the playwright's parents. Beginning in the year of 1592...
Watch Trailer

11


0

0
The Real Marigold Hotel

The Real Marigold Hotel
Plot: A group of celebrities travel to India to see whether they can have a more rewarding retirement there than in the UK.

12


0

0
The Last Leg

The Last Leg
Plot: `The Last Leg' had its first leg as a late-night show during the 2012 Paralympics, and it was a critically acclaimed run for hosts Adam Hills, Alex Brooker and Josh Widdecombe. Now the threesome return to C4 screens to tackle the issues of the week with intelligent and alternative commentary, joined...
Watch Trailer

13


0

0
Grayson Perry: All Man

Grayson Perry: All Man
Plot: Turner Prize Award winner Grayson Perry explores what it means to be a modern man in Britain today. Perry, a father of one who enjoys cross-dressing and mountain biking, discusses contemporary masculinity with people from male-dominated worlds. The presenter uses the personal stories of those he meets...
Watch Trailer

14


0

0
Last Tango In Halifax

Last Tango In Halifax
Plot: Celia and Alan, two former childhood sweethearts, are widowed and in their seventies. When their grandsons add their details to a social networking site, they find each other and rekindle their love.

15


0

0
Michael McIntyre's Big Show

Michael McIntyre's Big Show
Plot: Comedian Michael McIntyre returns with another series of family friendly entertainment. The series is presented in front of a live audience once again at the Theatre Royal on Drury Lane. McIntyre brings his own comedy to the stage, as well as introducing celebrity guests, musicians and other fellow...
Watch Trailer

16


0

0
2016 Wipe

2016 Wipe
Plot:
Watch Trailer

17


0

0
National Treasure

National Treasure
Plot: `National Treasure' is a four-part drama written by BAFTA-award winning writer Jack Thorne, starring Robbie Coltrane, Julie Walters, Andrea Riseborough and Tim McInnerny. The story follows Paul Finchley, an adored ageing comedian. Paul's career, as one half of a comedy duo, was a successful one, lasting...
Watch Trailer

18


0

0
Alan Partridge's Scissored Isle

Alan Partridge's Scissored Isle
Plot: Alan leaves behind his comfortable existence and heads north to ask whether, in this once United Kingdom, a `schasm` has formed between north and south.
Watch Trailer

19


0

0
Kids on the Edge

Kids on the Edge
Plot: Unprecedented numbers are being diagnosed with mental health disorders, medicated, or are facing a crisis of identity. For almost 100 years the Tavistock and Portman has been at the forefront of exploring young minds.
Watch Trailer

20


0

0
Talking Heads

Talking Heads
Plot: A series of dramatic monologues written by British playwright Alan Bennett.

21


0

0
NW

NW
Plot: The story of Natalie and Leah, friends who grew up together in North West London, whose lives have taken them in different directions. Natalie's wealth and ambition have set her apart from the friends and family she grew up with - and she finds herself asking not only who she really is, but where she...
Watch Trailer

22


0

0
Exodus: Our Journey to Europe

Exodus: Our Journey to Europe
Plot: This series documents the last 12 months in the shoes of people escaping war and poverty as they try to cross Europe. With the Syrian civil war sending thousands of people across seas to seek refuge, a mass migration crisis is born as countries close off their borders, causing Syrians to take perilous...
Watch Trailer

23


0

0
Cunk on Shakespeare

Cunk on Shakespeare
Plot:
Watch Trailer

24


0

0
Aberfan: The Green Hollow

Aberfan: The Green Hollow
Plot:
Watch Trailer