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Magical gameplay of a character riding a dinosaur in a picturesque, pastel coloured landscape of willow trees and blue lake

Paleo Pines

Immerse yourself in this prehistoric paradise, as players befriend dinosaurs and grow crops in this delightfully adorable farming simulator.

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These Doomed Isles

Card game mechanics and city-building gameplay are seamlessly combined in this rewarding and satisfying godly adventure.

A white woman stands on a dramatic rocky cliff side with bright blue skies in the background

Wilderness

Jenna Coleman is outstanding as the slighted wife taking revenge on her cheating husband in this compelling six-episode series.

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Top Boy (Season 3 / 5)

Regularly touted as the UK’s answer to The Wire, follow two complex anti-heroes in this powerful and tense gangster thriller.

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A Life on the Farm

Discover a Somerset farmer’s inspiring and wonderfully absurd legacy through found footage he shot himself.

Two women and one man stand in a dark, haunting room

A Haunting In Venice

An all-star cast - Tina Fey, Michelle Yeoh and Camille Cottin - board Kenneth Branagh’s third Hercule Poirot murder mystery.

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Neither Confirm Nor Deny

This captivating documentary recounts a colossal CIA programme that used Howard Hughes as a cover during the cold war.

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Still Up

Craig Roberts and Antonia Thomas are revelatory in this charming eight-episode comedy series about two friends battling insomnia.

On My Screen: Michael French

We spoke with Michael French, director of London Games Festival, and asked him about his favourite UK Game Sable, which was developed at North London based studio Shedworks. Find out what he had to say in our exclusive interview.

A middle aged white woman in a British police uniform standing in the door of a police car arm resting on door, looking serious into the distance

Happy Valley

Creator Sally Wainwright and actor Sarah Lancashire unite to create an unstoppably compelling and poignant three-series television drama.

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Legend

Writer-director Brian Helgeland helms this striking portrait of London’s notorious Kray twins, both masterfully played by Tom Hardy.

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Girl with a Pearl Earring

Scarlett Johansson dazzles in this ambitious and captivating 17th century tale about betrayal and coercion, based on Tracy Chevalier’s novel.

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Slumdog Millionaire

Based on the book by Vikas Swarup, this delightfully entertaining drama stars Dev Patel, Freida Pinto and Madhur Mittal.

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Under the Skin

Scarlett Johansson gives an incredible central performance in Jonathan Glazer’s haunting, absorbing and visually hypnotic masterpiece.

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The Trip

Join Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon’s dinner table as they review restaurants around the UK and beyond.

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Greed

Steve Coogan leads this enjoyable mockumentary that takes a glimpse into the extravagant lives of the mega-rich.

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Bohemian Rhapsody

Rami Malek taps into Freddy Mercury’s untamed and charismatic energy in this spirited Queen biopic.

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Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy

Let The Right One In filmmaker Tomas Alfredson directs this icily atmospheric and erudite Cold War espionage thriller.

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The Long Song

Based on the novel by British author Andrea Levy, this BAFTA-nominated mini-series looks at the life of Jamaican slave, July.

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A Little Chaos

The late Alan Rickman directs, co-writes and stars in this stylish, delightfully dramatic and spectacularly-acted romantic drama.

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Behind the Scenes: Luna Carmoon

As Venice Film Festival draws to a close, we asked Hoard writer and director Luna Carmoon how it feels to premiere at the prestigious event. Watch our exclusive interview to find out what she had to say.

On My Screen: Felix Barrett

We spoke with Felix Barrett, Artistic Director of Punchdrunk, pioneers of immersive theatre, to ask him about his favourite UK Game. Find out what he had to say in our exclusive interview.

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Behind The Scenes: Disney Illusion Island

We went behind the scenes and spoke to the creative team behind the game to find out how it came to be designed and developed. Watch our exclusive interview to find out what they had to say.

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Belle

Seemingly inspired by the work of Jane Austen, a subtle social consciousness permeates this assured costume drama.

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Radioactive

Persepolis director Marjane Satrapi constructs an ambitious and unconventional biopic about famed female physicist Marie Curie.

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What We Did on our Holiday

Developed from the endearing BBC comedy show Outnumbered, Brits Rosamund Pike and David Tennant lead this warm-hearted family film.

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The Gentlemen

Matthew McConaughey leads this entertaining gangster comedy, filled with enjoyably shady characters and comical mishaps.

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Normal People

Based on Sally Rooney’s widely-adored novel, Irish filmmaker Lenny Abrahamson creates and co-directs this impossibly moving series.

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The Inbetweeners Movie

Fans of the beloved TV series will be charmed by this irreverent and endlessly entertaining Brits abroad film.

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The Iron Lady

Meryl Streep’s deserved Oscar-winning performance is pitch-perfect as Britain’s first female Prime Minister, Margaret Thatcher.

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Mamma Mia!

The feel-good songs of seventies pop legends, Abba, permeate this joyous musical, led by Amanda Seyfried and Meryl Streep.

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If These Walls Could Sing

Explore the diverse ingenuity of Abbey Road Studios in London-born Mary McCartney’s deeply enjoyable directorial debut.

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Six Minutes to Midnight

The UK’s Eddie/Suzy Izzard co-writes, co-produces and stars in this fascinating and fact-based World War Two spy drama.

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Doc Martin

Immerse yourself in blissful Cornish escapism over ten series with the grumpy but entertaining Dr. Martin Ellingham.

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Pennyworth

The origin story of Bruce Wayne’s butler, Alfred Pennyworth, is a captivating modern drama with a dark edge.

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Ripper Street

This five-season post-Jack The Ripper crime thriller is thrillingly led by famed British Succession actor Matthew Macfayden.

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The Lazarus Project

This compelling and time-bending drama is led by an excellent performance from I May Destroy You’s Paapa Essiedu.

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Mr. Holmes

Director Bill Condon reunites with renowned star Ian McKellen for a playful take on Sherlock Holmes in his later years.

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Slaughterhouse Rulez

Simon Pegg and Michael Sheen lead this boarding school-set horror-comedy in which terror is unleashed from the ground beneath them.

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Rocketman

The highs and lows of Elton John’s life are beautifully captured in this authentic and rousing music biopic.

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Crooked House

Gilles Paquet-Brenner directs and co-writes this intriguing Agatha Christie adaptation starring Glenn Close, Christina Hendricks and Gillian Anderson.

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Daphne

Emily Beecham gives an outstanding central performance in this portrait of a woman facing a period of unexpected upheaval.

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The Strays

Ashley Madekwe is captivating in this absorbing examination of race, class and privilege in the vein of Get Out.

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Bancroft

Sarah Parish is outstanding as Detective Superintendent Elizabeth Bancroft, an intelligent career woman who is losing her grip on reality.

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Postcards From London

Harris Dickinson leads this innovative drama in which a queer and bygone Soho is imaginatively crafted and explored.

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Dirt Rally 2.0

Put your driving skills to the test in this high-risk, high-reward gameplay that’s not for the faint of heart.

The Wrap: August 2023

Although summer is nearly over, these August releases keep things sizzling! Check out our video round-up of the best film, TV, animation and games titles coming to a screen near you.

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The Winter King

This ten-episode imaginative interpretation of King Arthur’s rise to power is a powerful story of enduring courage and sacrifice.

Animation in the style on Vincent Van Gogh's self portrait, ginger hair and beard, with different tones of blue swirls in the background

Loving Vincent

Dazzling visuals permeate this ambitious, animated Vincent Van Gogh biopic, which reimagines the last days of the painter’s life.

A man stands behind a woman with his hands up, pointing a gun at her back

Who Is Erin Carter?

Featuring rich character-driven drama with elements of high-stakes crime and action sequences, this seven-part mini-series is both unique and thrilling.

Two male teens holding hands, looking lovingly in each others' eyes, flanked by their friends with the Eiffel Tower in the background

Heartstopper (Season 2)

This infectiously charming and twice BAFTA-nominated teen series returns with a second eight-episode season of sweet and refreshing LGBTQ+ representation.

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The Dive

The first English-language feature from German writer-director Maximilian Erlenwein is a tense and high-stakes underwater thriller.

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Medusa Deluxe

Thomas Hardiman’s promising debut is a uniquely stylish, extravagant and comical whodunit set in the world of competitive hairdressing.

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Lola

This captivating debut feature from writer-directed Andrew Legge expertly blends time travel and found footage in this smart ‘what-if’ drama.

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Scrapper

Harris Dickinson and newcomer Lola Campbell are irresistibly charming in this vibrant, innovative and sweet father-daughter dramedy.

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Behind the Scenes: The Lesson

We went behind the scenes and spoke to Richard E. Grant, and other cast and creatives about the film's setting and the themes featured in the impressive directorial debut from Alice Troughton. Watch our exclusive interview to find out what...

What to Watch: Sports

Check out our sporty selection of the best UK film, TV and game titles, from football and tennis, to rowing and boxing.

The Wrap: July 2023

We’re in the midst of summer now! Check out these amazing July releases in our video round-up of the best film, TV, animation and games titles coming to a screen near you this summer.

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The Lesson

Richard E. Grant and Daryl McCormack give outstanding performances in this taut and mysterious noir thriller.

Seven men standing on a beachfront with the sea and cliffs behind them singing into mics

Fisherman's Friends

Meet a sweet and likeable singing group from Cornwall in this feel-good and charming story of unlikely success.

Earth Mama

Rap artist Tia Nomore gives a powerful and authentic performance in this intimate, A24-backed exploration of single motherhood.

A mix of seven children and adults laughing and playing piggyback in a sunny field, wearing period clothing

The Railway Children Return

The sequel to cherished British classic, The Railway Children, is a heart-warming and captivating adventure for a new generation.

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The Princess

This mesmerising documentary brings a spectacular freshness to the much-told story of the life and death of Princess Diana.

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Mr. Malcolm's List

Fans of Bridgerton will be enthralled by this amusing, engaging and self-aware alternative historical romcom.

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Joyride

Bad Sisters writer Ailbhe Keogan pens the script for this uplifting Olivia Colman-led Irish road movie.

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My Old Lady

A highly-talented cast lead this endearing drama directed and written by American playwright Israel Horovitz.

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Suspect

James Nesbitt gives a standout performance in this tense eight episode remake of popular Danish noir series Forhøret.

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The Sandman

Based on the DC Comic of the same name, immerse yourself in this fantastical, opulent and absorbing TV series.

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Argentina, 1985

This electrifyingly-acted courtroom drama is based on the real-life events of the Argentinian junta trial of 1985.

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Exhibition

Joanna Hogg’s beautifully shot drama examines the anxieties of the middle-upper class in this masterful slice of life portrait.

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Inside Man

Stanley Tucci is beguiling as a highly intelligent prisoner on death row in this riveting four-episode mini-series.

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Talk to Me

YouTube famous Australian brothers Danny and Michael Philippou co-direct this thrillingly creepy tale of possession.

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Viewfinder

Solve a wide range of fascinating puzzles in this imaginative and expressive single player game.

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The Miracle Club

Maggie Smith, Kathy Bates, and Laura Linney shine in this charming tale exploring the power of love and friendship.

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Barbie

Ryan Gosling and Margot Robbie dazzle in Greta Gerwig’s whimsical, wonderful and witty take on Barbie and Ken.

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The Deepest Breath

Plunge to unknown depths with this immersive, thrilling and high stakes documentary about the deadly and extreme sport of free diving.

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Wham!

A touching and thoroughly entertaining tribute to 80s pop legends George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley, otherwise known as WHAM!

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Stonehouse

Succession’s Matthew Macfayden plays Labour MP, John Stonehouse, in this audacious, fun and thoroughly entertaining three-episode mini-series.

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Good Omens (Season 2)

Jon Hamm, Michael Sheen and David Tennant are outstanding in this six-episode fantasy-comedy based on the novel by Terry Pratchett.

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Emma

Director Autumn de Wilde’s debut feature is a refreshing and good-natured take on the famous Jane Austen novel.

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Trishna

Riz Ahmed and Freida Pinto are exceptional in this hypnotic adaptation of Thomas Hardy’s renowned novel, Tess of the d’Urbervilles.

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I Came By

Under The Shadow director Babak Anvari delivers a riveting thriller, brimming with entertaining performances and intelligent themes.

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Wimbledon

Kirsten Dunst and Paul Bettany lead this affable drama-comedy where romance blooms on a tennis court.

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Four Lions

Riz Ahmed stars in Chris Morris’s incredibly smart black comedy about a group of hopelessly inept aspiring suicide bombers.

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United

Based on a catastrophic real-life event, this drama pays homage to the footballers’ lives lost in a devastating plane crash.

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Bend It Like Beckham

Keira Knightley and Parminder Nagra lead this compassionate, much-loved and extremely enjoyable teenage coming-of-age comedy.

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Escape To Victory

Prisoners of War go head-to-head with a Nazi superteam in this Sylvester Stallone vehicle, loosely based on true events.

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Chariots of Fire

This highly-intelligent British classic follows two underdog athletes as they prepare for the prestigious 1924 Olympic Games in Paris.

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Rush

Ron Howard's thoroughly entertaining and action-packed sports drama recreates the famous rivalry between F1’s James Hunt and Niki Lauda.

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The Damned United

Michael Sheen gives a career-defining performance as Brian Clough, the infamous and short-lived manager of Leeds United.

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Journeyman

Following the acclaimed Tyrannosaur, Paddy Considine’s second feature as writer-director is a powerful but heartfelt boxing drama.

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Oxford Blues

British class structures and the notion of being an outsider are skilfully explored in this Rob Lowe led rowing drama.

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Fire In Babylon

The riveting documentary charts the unlikely rise to prominence of the West Indies cricket team in the 70s and 80s.

What to Watch: Social Realism

From Ken Loach to Lynne Ramsay and Andrea Arnold, the UK has a strong tradition of social realism. We've put together a list of the best films to introduce you to the genre.

The Wrap: June 2023

It’s more than just the weather that’s heating up! Check out these amazing June releases in our video round-up of the best film, TV, animation and games titles coming to a screen near you this month.

Fallen London

Will you be a poet, lover or spy? Choose your own fate in this wonderfully immersive and absurd game.

The Dig

Simon Stone directs this arresting and charming multi-BAFTA-nominated drama, set against the stunning English countryside.

The King's Man

The third film in the Kingsman franchise is a deeply enjoyable, action-packed and playfully tongue-in-cheek spy movie.

Crashing

Fleabag’s Phoebe Waller-Bridge marks her debut as writer-creator in this hilarious six-episode millennial flat-share sitcom.

Munich: The Edge of War

Fact and fiction blur in Christian Schwochow’s gripping political thriller, exploring the events that led to World War II.

Mary Queen of Scots

Saoirse Ronan and Margot Robbie showcase their talent in this retelling of the notable rivalry between two powerful cousins.

The Children Act

A powerful and affecting performance from Emma Thompson steers this thought-provoking drama, based on an Ian McEwan novel.

The Constant Gardener

Ralph Fiennes and Rachel Weisz are outstanding in this conspiracy-thriller-cum-love-story from City of God director Fernando Meirelles.

Fleabag

London-born writer and actor Phoebe Waller-Bridge creates a dryly witty, bold and distinctive two-series show.

Pride

This charming, BAFTA-winning drama joyously explores the power of solidarity across lines of class, gender and sexuality.

Entergalactic

This imaginative animation featuring Timothée Chalamet and Jaden Smith offers a stunning blend of comic book and graffiti aesthetic.

Weekend

Tom Cullen and Chris New are outstanding in writer-director Andrew Haigh’s distinctive and highly-acclaimed second feature.

Lilting

Writer-director Hong Khaou’s astounding debut feature is a beautiful meditation on grief, loss, language and love.

Ammonite

Kate Winslet and Saoirse Ronan are sensational in this stunning romantic drama about forbidden love in the Victorian era.

Suffragette

Rocks director Sarah Gavron takes on the suffragette movement in this suspenseful and essential historical drama.

Viceroy's House

Bend It Like Beckham writer-director Gurinder Chadha explores the tumultuous period of India's partition in this gripping historical drama.

Boxing Day

Actor-turned-director Aml Ameen’s debut feature is a refreshing Black British take on the classic Richard Curtis format.

ear for eye

A powerful and uncompromising call-to-action on racial injustice featuring No Time To Die’s Lashana Lynch.

A United Kingdom

David Oyelowo and Rosamund Pike give mesmerising performances in Amma Asante’s absorbing, true-life love story.

Yardie

Based on the 1992 novel by Victor Headley, Idris Elba’s accomplished directorial debut bursts with energy and ambition.

Battle of the Sexes

Little Miss Sunshine directors Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris dramatise one of the most-watched televised sports events of all time.

Game Face

Creator and star Roisin Conaty leads this silly, hilarious and downright joyful two-season comedy series.

Spirits in the Forest

Anton Corbijn co-directs this heartfelt exploration of the transformative power of music, centring a handful of Depeche Mode’s faithful fans.

Life

Dane DeHaan brings idolised 1950s film star James Dean to life in Anton Corbijn’s atmospheric biographical drama.

Death to 2021

Renowned satirist Charlie Brooker constructs a darkly comedic retrospective of the turbulent events that defined 2021.

Black Mirror: Bandersnatch

Charlie Brooker thrillingly blurs the line between creator and viewer in this groundbreaking feat of interactive television.

The Great Barrier Reef

Journey to the unparalleled spectacle of the Great Barrier Reef with highly-lauded broadcaster David Attenborough.

An Ordinary Man

Veteran actor Ben Kingsley is outstanding as a transient fugitive who meets his unlikely match.

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Blue Jean

This captivating Section 28 drama features a stunning performance from Rosy McEwen, who plays a teacher leading a double life.

Dalíland

Ben Kingsley leads this idiosyncratic biopic exploring the latter years of the life of surrealist Spanish painter Salvador Dalí.

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Our Planet II

Following the release of Our Universe, David Attenborough narrates this four-part mini-series documenting the migration of animals across the planet.

Black Mirror

The smart, tense and satirical BAFTA-nominated television series Black Mirror returns for a much-anticipated sixth season.

The Full Monty

Twenty five years after the Oscar-winning film, this eight-part mini-series is a welcome and warm-hearted reunion.

Hijack

As both executive producer and leading actor, Idris Elba astonishes in this seven-part hostage drama, thrillingly told in real-time.

Mask of the Rose

Flex your match-making skills in this thrilling romantic visual novel about love, mystery and profound shifts in a new society.

Pretty Red Dress

Humour, tenderness and punchy Tina Turner numbers abound in Dionne Edwards fresh, distinctive and bold feature debut as writer-director.

On My Screen: Rory Kinnear

We asked Olivier award-winning actor Rory Kinnear about his favourite UK film, The Hill. Find out what he had to say in our exclusive video interview.

Behind the Scenes: Tunic

We spoke to the UK-based developer Andrew Shouldice and the creative team behind BAFTA Games Award-winner Tunic. Find out what they had to say about the game's aesthetic and musical creativity.

On My Screen: Samantha Morton

We asked award winning English actress and director Samantha Morton about her favourite UK films. Find out what she had to say in our exclusive video interview.

The Wrap: May 2023

We’re getting closer to summer, it’s finally May! Check out our video round-up of the best film, TV, animation and games titles coming to a screen near you this month.

Wuthering Heights

Andrea Arnold reimagines Emily Brontë’s classic romance novel in this visceral, innovative and intoxicating adaptation.

Peterloo

Acclaimed filmmaker Mike Leigh writes and directs this impressive and passionate reenactment of an important but lesser-known British battle.

Misbehaviour

The story of feminist disruptions to the 1970 Miss World competition is brilliantly rehashed in this warm and light-hearted comedy-drama.

King of Thieves

Follow a group of elderly criminals as they try to execute one of the most ambitious heists in London’s history.

Escape from Kabul Airport

With nuance and masses of historical footage, the tumultuous and notorious withdrawal from Afghanistan is examined in this shocking documentary.

Chernobyl: The Lost Tapes

Using a wealth of previously unseen archival footage, this fascinating but chilling documentary reconstructs the infamous 1986 Chernobyl disaster.

The Traitors

This high-stakes and extremely addictive reality TV show sees contestants ‘banished’ and ‘murdered 'as they fight for the cash prize.

Cunk on Earth

After Cunk on Britain, Diane Morgan takes on the history of the entire globe in this hilarious six-part mockumentary.

The Outlaws

Christopher Walken leads this unique, twice BAFTA-nominated series written by Stephen Merchant and Elgin James.

Brassic

Fans of Shameless will enjoy this compelling caper co-written by and starring This Is England actor Joe Gilgun.

I Am...Ruth

Starring some of Britain’s leading actors, these stand-alone dramas are a searing exploration of the multi-faceted trials faced by women.

Anne

Maxine Peake is a powerhouse in this raw and tender four-part mini-series about the 1989 Hillsborough catastrophe.

Would I Lie To You?

The art of lying is elevated in this witty panel show, featuring Brits Rob Brydon, Lee Mack and David Mitchell.

The Graham Norton Show

BAFTA Award-winning comedian Graham Norton’s high-octane and infectiously charming persona brings to life this beloved long-standing UK talk show.

Ghosts

This gloriously funny Horrible Histories spin-off was deservedly nominated for Best Scripted Comedy at the TV BAFTAs.

Sherwood

This smart and compelling two-season series is based on real-life murders in Nottinghamshire, where the writer James Graham grew up.

Mrs Harris Goes To Paris

Based on Paul Gallico’s 1958 novel Flowers for Mrs Harris, Lesley Manville charms in this delightful and uplifting comedy-drama.

Another Year

Jim Broadbent, Ruth Sheen and Lesley Manville offer first-class performances in Mike Leigh’s Palme d’Or-nominated ensemble drama.

Pride & Prejudice

Succession’s Matthew MacFadyen and Atonement's Keira Knightley give unforgettable performances in this delightful Jane Austen adaptation.

Secrets & Lies

Mike Leigh offers up a beguiling slice of everyday Britain in his nuanced and critically-acclaimed darkly comic drama.

Red Road

Themes of paranoia and alienation pervade Kent-born Andrea Arnold’s dark and stunning debut feature as writer-director.

Sweet Sixteen

In this heartbreaking coming-of-age tale, Ken Loach gives now-famous Martin Compston his first acting role.

Sorry We Missed You

This brutal indictment of Britain’s zero-hours contract economy deservedly earned both BAFTA and Palme d’Or nominations.

The Angels’ Share

Ken Loach expertly combines comedy and politics in this surprisingly uplifting and charming Glasgow-set caper.

I, Daniel Blake

Ken Loach’s Palme d'Or-winning indictment of the UK’s punitive welfare system is an unmissable work of empathy and genius.

The Hill

Taking a break from his role as James Bond, Sean Connery is exceptional in this tense World War II drama.

Nil by Mouth

Ray Winstone and Kathy Burke are outstanding in Gary Oldman’s blistering and uncompromising directorial debut.

Ladybird, Ladybird

Acting newcomer Crissy Rock gives an astounding performance in Ken Loach’s raw and powerful social drama.

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Queen Cleopatra

Adele James is captivating as Egypt’s last pharaoh, Cleopatra, in this compelling four-part docudrama hybrid.

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Rally Road Racers

A starry voice cast bring to life this lively, high-stakes animation about a slow loris with a need for speed.

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Tom Jones

Solly McLeod and Sophie Wilde shine in this enjoyable adaptation of Henry Fielding’s 18th century novel.

Cassette Beasts

Fans of both Pokémon and Dragon Quest Monsters will find themselves delighted by this nostalgic and charming turn-based, open-world game.

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Chasing the Rains

Traverse the often-unforgiving Kenyan landscape in this stunning nature series narrated by Bridgerton actress Adjoa Andoh.

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Wild Isles

Sir David Attenborough narrates this breathtaking mini-series exploring nature in the UK and Ireland.

Behind the Scenes: Rye Lane Premiere

Rising stars Vivian Oparah and David Jonsson shine in Rye Lane, a warm and playful romantic comedy from UK director Raine Allen-Miller. We went behind the scenes of the UK premiere and spoke to the cast and creative team behind the film.

The Wrap: April 2023

It’s April! Another month and another run of incredible titles, so why not take a look at our video round-up of the best film, TV, animation and games titles coming to a screen near you this month.

Somerville

A man and his dog explore a minimalist and haunting world in this gloriously simple but satisfying sci-fi adventure game.

Not For Broadcast

Choose whether to censor the news or honour the truth in this high pressure and immersive BAFTA-nominated game.

Fracked

This action-packed and frenetic VR game embroils its player in everything from fast-paced shootouts to more considered puzzle solving.

Bloodlands

A tense Northern Ireland-set noir produced by Line of Duty creator, Jed Mercurio, and starring James Nesbitt.

The Fall

The beloved Gillian Anderson and Fifty Shades of Grey star, Jamie Dornan, go head-to-head in this dark and stimulating thriller.

The Victim

Scottish stars Kelly Macdonald and John Hannah shine in this intelligent and gripping crime-drama about grief and loss.

Traces

Uncover the truth about the murder of a young woman’s mother in this gripping Scottish forensics drama.

Still Game

This BAFTA-winning cult comedy follows the misadventures of two elderly Scottish friends over the course of nine side-splitting series.

Matangi/Maya/M.I.A

Delve into the life of controversial, opinionated and endlessly talented rapper M.I.A in this candid documentary.

Eaten By Lions

In this lively, multicultural comedy, two teenagers travel to once-popular holiday destination Blackpool in search of their biological father.

Wild Rose

Jessie Buckley is outstanding as the fervent but sometimes vulnerable Rose-Lynn in this feel-good drama about a wannabe country singer.

Falling For Figaro

An American singer flees London for the Scottish Highlands to pursue a long dreamed of career in the opera.

The Last Bus

UK acting veteran Timothy Spall stars in this uplifting drama about a retiree’s affecting expedition across Britain.

The Story of Looking

Cinephile Mark Cousins encourages us to slow down and really look at the world in this impossibly absorbing documentary.

All Is True

Kenneth Branagh directs and stars as William Shakespeare in a screenplay penned by well-known author and playwright, Ben Elton.

Artemis Fowl

Kenneth Branagh’s big-budget fantastical adventure features a young genius and his allies battling against powerful magical forces.

The Virgin Queen

This lavish mini-series featuring Anne-Marie Duff and Tom Hardy exposes the intriguing reign of Elizabeth I.

Gosford Park

Director Robert Altman films on British soil for the first time in this intricately plotted, satirical murder mystery.

Iris

Kate Winslet and Judi Dench are spellbinding in their portrayal of prominent British novelist Iris Murdoch.

The King

An ever-emotive Timothée Chalamet takes centre stage as Henry V in this coming-of-age historical epic.

Wolf Hall

Mark Rylance is astonishing as Thomas Cromwell in this six-part series based on the international best-selling novel by Hilary Mantel.

Mrs Brown

Judi Dench and Billy Connolly star in this exquisite exploration of the tension between love and duty.

Quartet

Dustin Hoffman directs a top tier cast in a stirring tale of elderly opera singers facing their own mortality.

The Young Victoria

Emily Blunt shines as Queen Victoria in this BAFTA-winning dramatisation of the first years of her rule.

Elizabeth I

Oscar-winner Helen Mirren stars as the iconic Elizabeth I in this acclaimed British-American miniseries.

Elizabeth

Cate Blanchett dazzles as England’s first Queen Elizabeth in this exploration of her rise to power.

The Unloved

Samantha Morton’s impeccably crafted debut is a searing exploration of social care in the UK.

Submarine

An all-star British cast ooze charm and wit in Richard Ayoade’s accomplished debut feature.

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The Good Mothers

A gutsy six-part thriller about three courageous women bringing down a powerful mafia organisation.

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Rye Lane

Raine Allen-Miller's acclaimed debut feature will enchant and endear in this lively and poignant South London-based romcom.

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Dal y Mellt

This Welsh-language crime-thriller based on Iwan 'Iwcs' Roberts' first novel delivers both excitement and charm.

Dead Island 2

The much-anticipated sequel to the 2011 game will not disappoint as players try to survive a zombie outbreak.

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Polite Society

We Are Lady Parts creator Nida Manzoor brings action and familial affection to her distinctive debut feature.

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Mafia Mamma

Toni Collette stars as a suburban woman who unexpectedly inherits the position of mafia boss in this hilarious crime-comedy.

The Wrap: March 2023

Another month and another run of incredible titles. Take a look at our video round-up of the best film, TV, animation and games titles coming to a screen near you in March 2023.

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My Happy Ending

Andie MacDowell stars in this gentle comedy-drama about a fading film star facing a cancer diagnosis.

Die Another Day

Pierce Brosnan’s final Bond outing is a jam-packed action epic with lasers, helicopters and Rosamund Pike.

Mandrake

Belfast’s Jude Hill stars in this atmospheric folk horror from Northern Ireland.

Steve Jobs

Michael Fassbender and Kate Winslet impress in Danny Boyle’s operatic ode to the tech entrepreneur.

Macbeth

Michael Fassbender and Marion Cotillard are the Macbeths, in a muscular and macabre Shakespeare adaptation.

12 Years a Slave

Steve McQueen’s unflinching, Oscar Best Picture-winning portrait of Solomon Northrup’s experience of American slavery.

Widows

Oscar-winner Steve McQueen directs an intense and intelligent heist thriller, set in Chicago’s criminal underworld.

Good Vibrations

A big-hearted biopic about a record-store owner in Belfast, instrumental to its punk rock population.

The Martian

Ridley Scott and Matt Damon team up for a surprisingly feel-good man-in-space drama.

Miss Julie

Jessica Chastain, Colin Farrell and Samantha Morton shine in a cinematic adaptation of a classic Swedish play.

Grabbers

Irish villagers fight off alcohol-fearing aliens with drunkenness in this riotous horror-comedy from Jon Wright.

Robot Overlords

Grabbers director Jon Wright’s irreverent alien invasion comedy, starring Sir Ben Kingsley and Gillian Anderson.

Tamara Drewe

Gemma Arterton leads an ensemble cast in this countryside-set rom-com from director Stephen Frears.

High Rise

Ben Wheatley adapts JG Ballard in a surrealist dystopian drama starring Tom Hiddleston and Sienna Miller.

Sexy Beast

Jonathan Glazer’s cult-favourite crime thriller, starring Ray Winstone and Sir Ben Kingsley, is sizzingly-good.

Gregory’s Girl

It’s a well-known fact that Bill Forsyth’s chemistry-laden, coming-of-age comedy is a cult favourite.

This Is England

A landmark British film from Shane Meadows, starring Stephen Graham in a career-making role.

Ten Dates

A sequel to the interactive rom-com game Five Dates, this time set in a post-pandemic world.

Love & Pies

A lovable merge matching mobile game that combines baking and romance to addictive effect.

Spectre

Sam Mendes’ second outing as a Bond director is a heady cocktail of dazzle and daring.

No Time To Die

Daniel Craig’s farewell as Bond, also starring Rami Malek and Léa Seydoux, is energetic and extravagant.

Quantum of Solace

Daniel Craig, Judi Dench and Gemma Arteron star in this action-packed, desert-set Bond movie.

Casino Royale

Daniel Craig is 007 in a barnstorming Bond movie, also starring Eva Green and Mads Mikkelsen.

Skyfall

Sam Mendes steers Daniel Craig’s third outing as Bond into sentimental, but no less spectacular territory.

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Enys Men

Mark Jenkin reunites with Film4 for an experimental, ecological 16mm horror.

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Rain Dogs

Daisy May Cooper is a working-class single mum on the fringes of society in this blistering comedy series.

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The Power

Toni Colette stars in an electrifying, 10-episode adaptation of Naomi Alderman’s bestselling novel.

Citizen Sleeper

A narrative-driven RPG set in a cyberpunk world. Think Blade Runner meets Tharsis meets Disco Elysium.

Rollerdrome

A BAFTA-nominated third person action shooter that blends extreme sports tricks with high-intesity combat.

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A Spy Among Friends

Damian Lewis leads a 60s-set espionage thriller about an agent who defects to the KGB.

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Golda

Helen Mirren and Liev Schrieber lead a tense historical drama about Israeli prime minister Golda Meir.

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The Lost King

Sally Hawkins and Steve Coogan star in a comedic historical caper about Richard III’s remains. Sally Hawkins and Steve Coogan star in a comedic historical caper about Richard III’s remains.

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Unwelcome

Bloodthirsty goblins terrorise a couple in this contemporary, Ireland-set creature feature.

ScreenUK at the BAFTAs

We joined the stars in contention to scoop the industry's most coveted awards at the 2023 British Academy Film Awards.

On Location: Yorkshire

We asked British actors Adrian Dunbar and Fionn Whitehead for their thoughts about the beautiful county of Yorkshire, the setting of numerous UK films and TV shows. Find out what they had to say.

Urban Hymn

Letitia Wright and Shirley Henderson tug on our heartstrings in a musical drama about redemption and rehabilitation.

The Wrap: February 2023

February may be the shortest month, but it’s still stacked high with exciting releases! Take a look at our video round-up of the best film, TV, animation and games titles coming to a screen near you in February 2023.

Cult Classics: UK Music Docs

From The Beatles and Amy Winehouse, to Britpop rivals Blur and Oasis, the UK has produced more than its fair share of world-famous musicians. We take a look at the best documentaries that showcase this rich musical heritage.

The Score

Sparks - and lyrics - fly between Will Poulter and Naomi Ackie in an original genre-blending drama.

Attack the Block

John Boyega leads a wonderfully entertaining sci-fi alien invasion comedy from Joe Cornish.

Atonement

Joe Wright’s Oscar-nominated, BAFTA-winning period drama, starring Keira Knightley, is gorgeous and devastating.

1917

Sam Mendes directs a WWI epic that combines spectacular craft with powerful storytelling.

Never Let Me Go

Keira Knightley, Carey Mulligan and Andrew Garfield star in an affecting adaptation of Kazuo Ishiguro’s dystopian novel.

Nanny McPhee

Emma Thompson and Colin Firth lead this magic-infused family fable.

Blur: Starshaped

Go on-the-road with Britpop band Blur in this lo-fi but up-close music documentary.

20,000 Days on Earth

Venture into the mind of musical iconoclast Nick Cave with this inventive, introspective documentary.

Inna de Yard

A harmonious love letter to reggae music and the talents who reinvented its sound.

Amy

The life and death of Amy Winehouse is reappraised in a gut-wrenching documentary from Asif Kapadia.

Blue

A blue screen becomes a canvas for joy in this 1993 film from artist-filmmaker Derek Jarman.

Billy Elliot

Jamie Bell pirouetted his way into our hearts with this classic feel-good tale.

Ratcatcher

Lynne Ramsay’s beguiling directorial debut about a Glaswegian boy contending with poverty and guilt.

Tyrannosaur

Olivia Colman stars in a hard-hitting slice of social realism from actor-turned-director Paddy Considine.

Seven Psychopaths

Martin McDonagh casts Colin Farrell, Sam Rockwell and Woody Harrelson in his self-referential screwball comedy.

In Bruges

Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson are bickering buddies in Martin McDonagh’s blackly comic crime caper.

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She is Love

Sam Riley and Haley Bennett electrify as estranged spouses in this swooning drama from Jamie Adams.

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Bank of Dave

Rory Kinnear and Jo Hartley star in a David and Goliath tale of working class do-goodery.

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The Rig

An ensemble of UK actors gather for this unnerving sci-fi thriller for Prime Video.

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The Reluctant Traveler

Self-professed indoorsy type Eugene Levy ventures outside his comfort zone in this irreverent travel series.

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Full Swing

A Netflix docuseries that delves into the world of competitive golf, via players such as Rory McIllroy.

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Consecration

Murderous nuns and mysterious conspiracies abound in this contemporary religious horror, starring Jena Malone.

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Emily

Sex Education’s Emma Mackey stars as the Wuthering Heights writer in this fittingly ferocious biopic.

On My Screen: Joanna Scanlan

We asked British actress and star of After Love Joanna Scanlan about the one UK film that she wants everyone to watch: In Bruges, directed by Martin McDonagh and starring Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson. Find out why the film means so...

On My Screen: Aftersun

We asked the team behind 2023 BAFTA-nominated film Aftersun - actors Paul Mescal and Frankie Corio, and director Charlotte Wells - for their top 5 films of all time. Find out what they had to say in our exclusive video interview.

The Wrap: January 2023

A new year, and a new collection of amazing titles to kick things off! Check out our video wrap of the best UK film, TV, animation and games coming to a screen near you in January 2023.

Utopia

Alexandra Roach and Adheel Akthar star in this cult-favourite crime series filled with adrenaline-pumping adventure.

SAS Rogue Heroes

Jack O’Connell and Alfie Allen star in a six-part WWII drama about the legendary Special Forces unit.

The Colour Room

Bridgerton’s Phoebe Dynevor and Matthew Goode star in a whimsical biopic of a working-class artist.

Notes on Blindness

A BAFTA-nominated documentary exploring the sensation of blindness, as experienced by writer and academic John Hull

Locke

Tom Hardy commands the screen, and the wheel, in this minimalist but mesmerising thriller.

Dirty God

Andrea Arnold fans will find lots to admire in this deeply-felt, BIFA-nominated drama.

The Death of Stalin

A staggeringly brilliant ensemble assembles for Armando Iannucci’s raucous BAFTA-nominated Soviet satire

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In The Earth

Hayley Squires and Reece Shearsmith star in a kaleidoscopic horror from British auteur Ben Wheatley.

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The Territory

Journey to the Amazon where a community of people fight to protect their way of life.

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Supersonic

An electric documentary about seminal rock band Oasis, their chart-topping highs and feuding lows.

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Kin

A blood and revenge-soaked drama about a Dublin family embroiled in organised crime.

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London Spy

Ben Whishaw stars in a sombre thriller about a world of betrayal and espionage..

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Treason

Deception and paranoia percolate in a suspenseful limited series starring Charlie Cox and Ciarán Hinds.

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Pink Wall

Jay Duplass and Tatiana Maslany are a couple confronting fault lines in their relationship.

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Le Week-end

Jim Broadbent and Lindsay Duncan pop to Paris to salvage their marriage in this charming Hanif Kureishi-scripted drama.

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One Fine Morning

French director Mia Hansen-Løve returns with another tender, bittersweet tale of love, loss and family.

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Mrs Wilson

Ruth Wilson stars as her own grandmother in a riveting, twist-filled three-part drama.

Litvinenko

David Tennant plays the Russian defector in a four-part limited series about his 2006 murder.

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The Wedding Guest

Dev Patel smoulders as a mysterious wedding guest in Michael Winterbottom’s lean and lively thriller.

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Greenland

A comet hurtles towards Earth in this Gerald Butler disaster film, directed by Ric Roman Waugh.

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Plane

Gerard Butler is pitted against a dangerous militia in this explosive island-set action thriller.

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Alex Rider

Based on the novels by Anthony Horowitz this young adult spy series delivers slick, escapist thrills.

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Lockwood & Co

Attack the Block director Joe Cornish helms this young adult series about paranormal investigators.

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Sherlock Gnomes

Emily Blunt and James McAvoy add star power to a Toy Story-esque sequel to Gnomeo and Juliet.

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The Amazing Maurice

A starry voice cast animate this adventurous Terry Pratchett adaptation, featuring talking cats and rats.

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Tearaway

Puzzles, crafts and sensory detail combine for a joyful experience in this adventure platformer.

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Lil Gator

An adventure-seeking alligator completes island-based quests in search of friends in this open-world exploration game.

Watch: The Best of 2022

Four nations, one big year of incredible film, TV, animation and games! Watch our round-up of the very best UK screen content of 2022.

Year in Review 2022: Best of British

We take a look back at the best UK film, TV, animation, and games titles released in 2022, from mind-blowing documentary and adventurous tales, to thoughtful thrillers and instant family classics.

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White Noise

Noah Baumbach’s adaptation of the classic Don DeLillo novel is a surreal and thrilling satire.

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Killing Eve

Fleabag’s Phoebe Waller-Bridge brings her uniquely British comedy sensibility to this slick and subversive spy series.

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Sherlock

Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman star as the famed detective and his sidekick.

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The Crown

Claire Foy, Olivia Colman and Imelda Staunton play various incarnations of Queen Elizabeth II in this Netflix drama.

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The Power of the Dog

Benedict Cumberbatch earned an Oscar nomination for his performance in Jane Campion’s sensuous and sinister Western.

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Love Actually

A starry cast assembles for Richard Curtis’ irresistible and now iconic Christmas tapestry.

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Last Christmas

Emilia Clarke and Henry Golding star in a heart-wrenching rom-com from director Paul Feig.

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Silent Night

Keira Knightley and Matthew Goode lead a blackly comic Christmas film about an impending apocalypse.

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Death's Door

Explore enchanted forests and dangerous dungeons in this soulful and cerebral action-adventure game.

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Devs

Alex Garland’s cerebral sci-fi series is an impressively-plotted and realised meditation on big tech.

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Ray & Liz

Turner Prize-nominated photographer Richard Billingham directs his feature debut; a viscerally intimate family portrait.

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Beats

Take a rambunctious journey into Glasgow’s rave scene with this BIFA-winning drama.

The Reason I Jump

A stunning, sensory insight into the world of non-speaking autism, from award-winning filmmaker Jerry Rothwell.

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Funny Cow

Maxine Peake is a tour-de-force as a Northern stand-up comedian battling sexism in the 70s.

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The Bisexual

Maxine Peake, Naomi Ackie and Brian Gleeson star in Desiree Akhavan’s dramedy series about queer identity.

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Forza Horizon 5

Adventure through awe-inspiring Mexican landscapes with this impeccably-crafted open-world racing game.

Behind the Scenes: The English

In The English, Emily Blunt leads a revenge-fuelled, revisionist and visionary western, told with cinematic panache. We go behind the scenes with the cast and crew to explore the story behind the making of this epic series.

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After Love

Joanna Scanlan stars in an emotionally-layered, award-winning drama about the difficulty of knowing those we love.

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The Souvenir

Joanna Hogg draws from her own life in this ravishing portrait of a toxic relationship.

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The Lost Daughter

Olivia Colman stars in Maggie Gyllenhaal’s directorial debut; a spiky, sensuous Elena Ferrante adaptation.

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Marriage Story

Noah Baumbach’s divorce saga, starring Adam Driver and Scarlett Johansson, is razor-sharp and raucously-funny.

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Cruella

The dalmatian-hating villain gets a gloriously punk-rock origin story, starring Emma Stone and Emma Thompson.

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Blinded by the Light

A British-Pakistani teenager becomes Bruce Springsteen-obsessed in Gurinder Chadha’s feel-good musical.

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Matilda The Musical

Smash-hit musical Matilda gets a cinematic revamp, starring Emma Thompson, Stephen Graham and Lashana Lynch.

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Been So Long

Michaela Coel and Arinzé Kene team up for a ravishing and romantic Camden-set musical.

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Riches

Succession meets Empire in this juicy and well-acted ensemble drama.

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See How They Run

Saoirse Ronan and Sam Rockwell star in a murder-mystery that promises parody and hilarity.

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Brittania

A revisionist, riotous take on the Roman era, from creator Jez Butterworth.

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Empire of Light

Sam Mendes follows up his BAFTA-winner 1917 with a swooning seafront ode to cinema itself.

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Summerland

Gemma Arterton and Gugu Mbatha-Raw star in a sun-kissed WWII drama about friendship and forbidden love.

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Moffie

Oliver Hermanus skewers toxic masculinity and homophobia in a BAFTA-nominated military drama.

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Living

Bill Nighy and Aimee Lou Wood light up a life-affirming period drama from director Oliver Hermanus.

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In Focus: Wales on Screen

On the release of Disney+’s hotly anticipated TV remake of Willow, we take a look at the other titles shot and set in the beautiful landscapes and valleys of Wales.

Nothing Compares

Sinéad O'Connor’s rise to fame is reconsidered and recontextualised in a gorgeously intimate documentary.

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God's Creatures

Emily Watson and Paul Mescal go head-to-head as a mother and son wading murky moral waters.

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Dream Horse

Damian Lewis and Toni Collette star in a feel-good drama about a racehorse that defied expectation.

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The Secret Garden

Colin Firth and Julie Walters star in a spellbinding adaptation of the beloved novel.

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Big Tree City

A kaleidoscopic animated series from Blue Zoo about the animals who keep a city on its feet.

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Superworm

From the creators of The Gruffalo comes a story about a super-long and super-strong worm.

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War of the Worlds

Gabriel Byrne stars in a third series of this relentlessly thrilling alien invasion drama.

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Chewing Gum

Michaela Coel shines in her filthy, joyous comedy about a young woman intent on losing her virginity.

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The Aftermath

James Kent directs Keira Knightley in a sensual period tale of forbidden love.

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Testament of Youth

Kit Harington, Taron Egerton and Alicia Vikander star in a sweeping and moving WWI biopic.

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The Nest

Jude Law and Carrie Coon play husband and wife in this brooding 80s-set psychological drama.

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Disobedience

Rachel Weisz and Rachel McAdams play childhood friends in a sensitive story of forbidden love.

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The Wonder

Florence Pugh and writer Alice Birch reunite for a spellbinding period psychodrama.

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Röki

Inspired by Scandinavian folklore, this fairy-tale adventure game combines gorgeous animation and subtle storytelling.

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Sable

A coming-of-age odyssey through Dune-esque landscapes make for an enchanting exploration game.

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Tunic

A cerebral puzzle adventure game where a tiny fox goes on a Zelda-esque exploration.

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Belgravia

Julian Fellowes’ six-part period drama exploring the loves and losses of London’s elite.

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Becoming Elizabeth

A complex and gorgeously-crafted retelling of Queen Elizabeth I’s teenage years.

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Dangerous Liaisons

Lesley Manville, Paloma Faith and Rocks’ Kosar Ali star in this luscious and lustful period drama.

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A Dangerous Method

Keira Knightley and Michael Fassbender star in a provocative period drama about the fledgling days of psychoanalysis.

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Hope Gap

Bill Nighy and Josh O’Connor star as father and son in a sob-inducing family drama.

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The Son

The Father’s Florian Zeller is back to tug on our heartstrings with a studious, star-studded drama.

Man and woman walking on the street in London

C B Strike

Tom Burke and Holliday Grainger team up to solve murders in this cleverly-plotted and comedic crime series.

Woman in green shirt sits next to man in the back of a taxi, his arm is around her shoulders.

Luxor

Andrea Riseborough rediscovers the city of Luxor in a transporting romance-tinged character study.

Young woman in a hijab carries her baby in a sling, looking directly at the camera and against a backdrop of a demolished war-torn street

For Sama

Filmed in Aleppo, this BAFTA-winning, Oscar-nominated documentary is as intimate as it is imperative.

Two young women pose against a night skyline, with their arms folded standing back to back and smiling

The Swimmers

The miraculous true story of two Syrian sisters makes for a moving and magnificent drama.

Young woman with short dark hair stands in front of a car with her arms folded, wearing a dark grey blazer jacket.

Collateral

Carey Mulligan shines in a dynamic detective drama about a murder and its interconnected suspects.

Woman speaks into a walkie-talkie next to a man in a suit, both against a background lit up by blue lights

The Capture

Black Mirror meets Homeland in a British crime drama as chilling as it is thrilling.

Man in British police uniform looks at the camera against the backdrop of city lights at night.

The Responder

Martin Freeman gives a tour-de-force performance in a police drama based on real-life experiences.