The London Weekend Show

London

September 2025 •English

London is a 2004 three-part BBC history documentary series about the history of London, presented by Peter Ackroyd.

Minnesota Hardcore

September 2025 •English

A fast-paced, musical docu-series that examines the punk scene in the Twin Cities from 1980 to 1985. The Minnesota scene was a close-knit community of artists and fans that encouraged culture and spawned huge talents like Hüsker Dü, The Replacements, Soul Asylum, Rifle Sport and more. Minnesota Hardcore is made possible by the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund and the citizens of Minnesota.

Building The Olympic Dream

September 2025 •English

Three-part observational documentary series charting the journey to the London 2012 Olympics.

The 800 Million Pound Railway Station

September 2025 •English

Series telling the story of the architects, engineers and spin doctors who entered a frantic two year race to make the Royal Opening of St Pancras on time.

The Night Bus

September 2025 •English

An ordinary night bus has been kitted out with cameras for this series, witnessing the funny, surprising and sometimes moving interaction between passengers after dark. From late night revellers and tourists visiting the West End to shift-workers leaving home at first light, the series will provide an intimate portrait of London at night and the round-the-clock efforts made by drivers and support staff to keep the night bus working for London.

The Great Smog: Winter of '52

September 2025 •English

Dr Xand Van Tulleken and Raksha Dave investigate the Great Smog of 1952 - the deadliest environmental disaster ever recorded and one of the world's worst peacetime catastrophes. Lasting just over four days, the Great Smog plunged London into a terrifyingly murky gloom - the acrid pollution seeping into homes, leaving Londoners gasping for breath, shutting down transport and emergency services, and overwhelming hospitals and undertakers alike.

Pineapple Dance Studios

September 2025 •English

The biggest West End shows, the most famous pop acts, the world's most successful dance teachers and the most incredible cast of characters TV will ever see all pass through London's Pineapple Dance Studios.

The Savoy

September 2025 •English

The Savoy hotel... Its very name synonymous with glamour and exclusivity. But what really goes on behind those famous revolving doors?

Shoot to Kill: Terror on the Tube

September 2025 •English

Documentary featuring previously unheard testimony, exploring the manhunt following the London bombings of 2005, and the shooting of innocent electrician Jean Charles de Menezes by armed police.

The Thames: Britain's Great River with Tony Robinson

September 2025 •English

The actor and television presenter embarks upon a 200-mile journey from source to sea to discover what makes the Thames one of the greatest rivers in the world.

The Magnificent Three: Amsterdam, London, New York

September 2025 •French

The story, from 1600 to the present day, of the ruthless competition between Amsterdam (Netherlands), London (UK) and New York (USA) for world trade supremacy, as great minds blazed paths to glory and iconic architecture soared skyward.

Camden

September 2025 •English

This music documentary reveals how some of the world's most iconic artists were shaped by this corner of London.

Il était une fois Champs-Élysées

September 2025 •French

7/7: The London Bombings

September 2025 •English

Documentary looking at the 2005 attack on London's transport system and the ensuing police investigation and the three-week hunt to catch the bombers.

The Towers of London

September 2025 •English

The real life Spinal Tap. A Bravo music documentary series about the punk rock band The Towers of London. The Lead singer Donny Tourette obtained 15 minutes of fame following the documentary and appeared on numerous shows. The band supported Guns n Roses and The New York Dolls.

Channel Hopping with Jon Richardson

September 2025 •English

Comedian Jon Richardson presents a weekly digest of the world's wildest television, giving his take on curious headlines, hilarious clips, terrible soap opera acting and more.

BBC Inside Out: London

September 2025 •English

Current affairs in the London area

Inside the Hilton: Park Lane

September 2025 •English

This warm and entertaining four-part observational documentary series has unprecedented access behind the scenes to staff and guests at the 5-star London Hilton on Park Lane Hotel.

America in Primetime

September 2025 •English

Structured around the most com­pelling shows on television today, each episode focuses on one character archetype that has remained a staple of primetime through the generations.

Inside the Four Seasons: Park Lane

September 2025 •English

An exclusive five-star peek behind the doors of the luxury London hotel.