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Inside the Tower of LondonInside the Tower of London
Channel 5, 2018 Running | Documentary
4.0


The Tower of London opens up for an access all areas look at one of the most incredible historical sites in the world.


15 Days15 Days
Channel 5, 2019 Cancelled/Ended | Drama, Crime, Mystery | ► Trailer
2.5


In this murder mystery drama, a young man is shot dead by a member of his close family.


Murder: Suspect No 1Murder: Suspect No 1
Channel 5, 2025 Running | Crime, Documentary | ► Trailer
5.0


We follow a top homicide teams as a series of violent murder investigations unfold.


The Motorway Cops: Catching Britain's SpeedersThe Motorway Cops: Catching Britain's Speeders
Channel 5, 2021 Running | Reality, Documentary | ► Trailer
5.0


Nicky Campbell narrates a look at how the nation's roads are policed, joining Cheshire's elite team of motorway officers as they crack down on Britain's worst drivers.


The World's Strongest ManThe World's Strongest Man
Channel 5, 1980 Running | Sports



The World's Strongest Man is a strongman competition. Organized by TWI, an IMG Media company, it is broadcast around the end of December each year. Competitors qualify based on placing in the top three at the four to eight Giants Live events each year.


Inside the Force: 24/7Inside the Force: 24/7
Channel 5, 2020 Running | Documentary
4.5


Documentary going behind the scenes at Lincoln's West Parade police station, beginning by focusing on the custody suite as a procession of challenging suspects is brought in.


Michael Palin: Into IraqMichael Palin: Into Iraq
Channel 5, 2022 On Hiatus | Travel, Documentary | ► Trailer
3.3


Michael Palin embarks upon an epic 1,000 mile odyssey following the course of the mighty Tigris river from its source in eastern Turkey, through Iraq to the Persian Gulf.


Dogs Behaving (Very) BadlyDogs Behaving (Very) Badly
Channel 5, 2019 Running | Reality
5.0


Master dog trainer Graeme Hall finds long-lasting solutions for dogs with issues.


Elizabeth I (2017)Elizabeth I (2017)
Channel 5, 2017 Cancelled/Ended | Drama, History, Documentary | ► Trailer
2.0


Elizabeth I may be remembered as the greatest monarch to rule England, but during her lifetime she was beset by enemies and hers was a life of constant battling.


Cause Of DeathCause Of Death
Channel 5, 2022 Running | Crime, Reality, Documentary
4.0


Series following the work of senior coroner for Lancashire and Darwen Dr James Adeley, who runs a team that works from the moment a body arrives in the mortuary through to the inquest, when the cause of death is determined.


The TribeThe Tribe
Channel 5, 1999 Cancelled/Ended | Drama, Teens, Sci-Fi, Romance
5.0


"Where the virus came from, no-one knew... from deepest space, bacterial warfare or some nation's scientific experiments gone horrifically wrong? All the Adults are gone... All the teachers are gone... All peace and regular meals are gone... Just tribal instincts and war paint survive".


Rich House, Poor HouseRich House, Poor House
Channel 5, 2017 Running | Documentary
5.0


Rich House, Poor House is a documentary series in which couples with very different lifestyles swap homes to see how the other half live.


Traffic Cops (2018)Traffic Cops (2018)
Channel 5, 2018 On Hiatus | Documentary
4.0


An action-packed documentary series following Yorkshire-based law enforcers. Originally aired on BBC One, the series was taken up by Channel 5 as "All New Traffic Cops" for two series. It was revived again in 2018 as "Traffic Cops: On the Edge" with all-new series numbering and now as "Traffic Cops" again but starting with Series 4.


Police Suspect No 1Police Suspect No 1
Channel 5, 2020 Running | Crime, Documentary
3.7


Documentary following the work of police officers and detectives as they attempt to identify those responsible for criminal acts, exploring the intricacies of producing irrefutable evidence, conducting interviews and finding ways to make the guilty confess.


The Yorkshire VetThe Yorkshire Vet
Channel 5, 2015 Running | Documentary
3.8


Documentary about Yorkshire vet Julian Norton, his business partner Peter Wright and their team as they administer modern-day medical and surgical aid to creatures great and small. From bulldogs to bullocks, there are no creatures too large or too small for these vets.


Police: Night Shift 999Police: Night Shift 999
Channel 5, 2022 Running | Documentary
5.0


Cameras follow police officers after dark to bring the night time shift to our screens.


Murder in a Small TownMurder in a Small Town
Channel 5, 2021 Cancelled/Ended | Crime, Documentary



Series examining the case against Luke Mitchell, who was accused of brutally murdering 14-year-old schoolgirl Jodi Jones in 2003.


Our Yorkshire FarmOur Yorkshire Farm
Channel 5, 2018 Cancelled/Ended | Housing/Building, Reality, Documentary
5.0


The Owen family - and there are 11 of them - is the cheeriest and happiest imaginable. Clive and Amanda's kids lead a simple, frugal life and are totally involved in farm work: responsible 14-year-old Reuben is a mechanical whizz, six-year-old Sid expertly uses a hay-baling knife and lights a camp fire, while even the little ones help with lambing, feeding and herding. All without moaning. Not even on a bitterly cold, snowy Christmas Day.


The Haunting of Radcliffe HouseThe Haunting of Radcliffe House
Channel 5, 2014 Cancelled/Ended | Drama, Mystery, Horror | ► Trailer
3.0


The show follows the story of Alec Hamilton and his wife, Meg who move to a remote house called Radcliffe house, with their children Penny and Harper. Meg has been hired to renovate the property. She takes a tour of the building, with one of her builders called Donnelly, here she comes across a bizarre room which has a mosaic on the floor. Donnelly tells Meg that the room was were the old owner Mr Radcliffe murdered his wife, Isabella in a demonic ritual. The rumour is that Isabella had haunted Mr Radcliffe, until he was driven to killing himself. Now both ghosts are said to be haunting the property. The Hamiltons try settling in and are surprised when a local historian, Charles Walker comes to visit. He insists Radcliffe never meant to kill his wife and that the ghosts are just rumour. Meg decides to do some of her own research and learns that a man named Walker once died in the houses fountain. She finds out that Charles Walker was in fact Radcliffe and is the man who visited the house. More and more strange things continue to happen and it appears that the Hamilton family's arival has unleashed supernatural emanations related to the past of the estate. Meg unlocks the secrets of the mosaic and it soon becomes clear what Radcliffe's demonic intentions were, as the family find themselves in grave danger.


HMS MurderHMS Murder
Channel 5 In Development | Crime, Mystery



Set aboard a luxury cruise liner touring Mediterranean holiday hotspots, it follows the ship's new cabaret singer, Jack Grayling, who discovers there are sinister elements below the surface. After a passenger is found murdered in the first port of call, ambitious First Officer Kate Woods' dream of her own command is thrown into jeopardy and Jack finds himself thrust back into his former life as a detective. A wave of murder mysteries follows - each set against the backdrop of a different stunning coastal destination.


Dinosaur with Stephen FryDinosaur with Stephen Fry


A prehistoric environment via a 360-degree Dinosaur World, which has been designed to immerse viewers in a hyper-realistic representation of the jungles of the Jurassic period and plains of the Cretaceous period.


Secret Scotland with Susan CalmanSecret Scotland with Susan Calman
Channel 5, 2019 On Hiatus | Documentary
5.0


Susan Calman pulls back the curtain on some of Scotland's most iconic destinations. From Loch Ness to Edinburgh Castle and Rosslyn Chapel to Skara Brae, she will discover the untold tales and secret stories behind a host of world-famous locations. With privileged access, Secret Scotland With Susan Calman takes an in-depth look at the history, characters and treasures hidden throughout the country. Viewers will be guided throughout by Calman as she adopts a hands-on approach to this adventure, taking tips from experts across a range of Scotland's traditions, with everything from Highland Dancing in a medieval castle to Golf in its spiritual home of St. Andrews.


The World's Most Scenic Railway JourneysThe World's Most Scenic Railway Journeys
Channel 5, 2019 On Hiatus | Travel, Documentary
5.0


This six part series explores trips across Canada, Europe and New Zealand through the characters who travel, work and live near them, with Bill Nighy narrating.


Lip Sync Battle (UK)Lip Sync Battle (UK)
Channel 5, 2016 Cancelled/Ended | Comedy, Music, Game Show | ► Trailer



Get ready for some epic lip syncing battles as celebrities compete with mic off in this hilarious and entertaining series hosted by Mel B and Professor Green. Watch as famous faces put their lip syncing skills to the test, impersonating iconic singers and delivering unforgettable performances. Who will be crowned the ultimate Lip Sync Battle champion?


The Bachelor (UK)The Bachelor (UK)
Channel 5, 2011 Cancelled/Ended | Reality



Gavin Henson, the Welsh international rugby star and one of the country's most eligible bachelors, is on a quest for the woman of his dreams. Expect flirting, friction and fun as, in a romantic reality series filmed in some of the most glamorous locations in the world, 25 girls share a villa in Eastern Europe and compete for his affections.