Michael Parkinson

Prom at the Palace

Bob Coles

Michael Parkinson, Andrew Davis

All-time classical favourites from the first ever public concert held in the grounds of Buckingham Palace, hosted by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Broadcast live on BBC Television, 1st June 2002. Opera fans are in for a particular treat with Dame Kiri Te Kanawa (singing Bizet and Gershwin), Sir Thomas Allen (Rossini and Sir Edward German), and Roberto Alagna and Angela Gheorghiu (Puccini and Verdi) sharing the honours. Maestro Mstislav Rostropovich also makes a rare guest appearance with the cello section of the London Symphony Orchestra playing Villa-Lobos.

Best Ever Muppet Moments

John Piper

Phillip Schofield, Mark Hamill

A review of the most memorable Muppet moments to commemorate Kermit the Frog's 50th anniversary.

Victoria Wood In Her Own Words

Malcolm Donkin

Victoria Wood, Duncan Preston

A look back at the life and work of one of Britain's greatest comediennes, featuring interviews with those who worked alongside Victoria.

Billy Connolly: Erect for 30 Years

Billy Connolly, Robin Williams

The very best of Billy Connolly's stand up comedy, from 30 years of performances around the world!

Victoria Wood with All the Trimmings

John Birkin

Victoria Wood, Julie Walters

The comedienne stars in this festive sketch show, alongside a host of celebrity guests.

Parkinson: Meet Henry Fonda

Stanley Appel

Henry Fonda, Michael Parkinson

Episode of the BBC television program with host Michael Parkinson interviewing American actor Henry Fonda.

Love Actually

Richard Curtis

Hugh Grant, Liam Neeson

Eight London couples try to deal with their relationships in different ways. Their tryst with love makes them discover how complicated relationships can be.

Billy Connolly: A BAFTA Tribute

John L. Spencer

Billy Connolly, Michael Parkinson

A BAFTA tribute celebrating the career of Billy Connolly.

Busby

Joe Pearlman

Sir Matt Busby, Ryan Giggs

The story of Manchester United legend Sir Matt Busby.

BBC Swingin' Christmas

Ian Russell

Michael Parkinson, Anna-Jane Casey

Michael Parkinson presents the sensational John Wilson Orchestra in a celebration of festive musical treats from the golden age of swing, with soloists Seth MacFarlane, Anna-Jane Casey and special guest Curtis Stigers. The Christmas classics include Winter Wonderland, Baby It's Cold Outside, Let It Snow and White Christmas.

Ghostwatch

Lesley Manning

Michael Parkinson, Sarah Greene

For Halloween 1992, the BBC decides to broadcast an investigation into the supernatural, hosted by TV chat-show legend Michael Parkinson. Parky (assisted by Mike Smith, Sarah Greene & Craig Charles) and a camera crew attempt to discover the truth behind the most haunted house in Britain. This ground-breaking live television experiment does not go as planned, however.

The Battle for Britain's Breakfast

Kevin Hylands

Frank Bough, Michael Parkinson

The story of how the introduction of breakfast television to the UK in 1983 led to a fierce battle for viewers between the BBC and ITV.

Matthews

Ryan Scott Warren

Jimmy Armfield, Richard Branson

MATTHEWS tells the incredible true story of the life and career of a man considered by many to be the greatest soccer player of all time, Sir Stanley Matthews.

Ghostwatch: Behind the Curtains

Rich Lawden

Mike Aiton, David Baldwin

Two decades after its unprecedented television broadcast, the cast, crew and fans of the notorious BBC 'Halloween Hoax' Ghostwatch look back at the show's unique production and legendary aftermath in this brand-new retrospective documentary. Includes never-before-seen material and interviews!

Madhouse

Jim Clark

Vincent Price, Peter Cushing

A horror movie star returns to his famous role after years in a mental institution. But the character seems to be committing murders independent of his will.

Monty Python: Who's There?

John Cleese, Michael Palin

An instructional film about canvassing, for the Labour Party and starring the Python team, showing Labour Party workers how to canvass for votes. Filmed April 1970. Narrated by Michael Parkinson.