Cast: Ronald Hines

Direction Roderick Graham

Cast Glenda Jackson · Ronald Hines · Robert Hardy · Anthony Ainley

Synopsis Elizabeth R (TV Series) (1971) follows the ascension of Elizabeth Tudor to the throne, where her male counselors are convinced that she must find a suitable husband to secure her reign. This belief sets the stage for a prolonged political...

Direction Bryan Forbes

Cast Richard Attenborough · Kim Stanley · Judith Donner · Nanette Newman

Synopsis Séance on a Wet Afternoon (1964) follows Myra, a self-proclaimed psychic residing in London, who devises an intricate plan to achieve fame. She persuades her indecisive husband, Billy, to abduct the young daughter of affluent parents. Their intention is to...

Direction Andrew Grieve

Cast David Suchet · Hugh Fraser · Philip Jackson · Pauline Moran

Synopsis Agatha Christie's Poirot - The Kidnapped Prime Minister (TV) (1990) follows the thrilling tale of a high-stakes kidnapping that unfolds just as a crucial international arms summit is about to commence. The prime minister is abruptly taken, leaving the nation...

Direction Peter Sasdy

Cast Christopher Lee · Patrick MacNee · Morgan Fairchild · John Bennett

Synopsis Sherlock Holmes and the Leading Lady (TV) (1992) is set in 1910, where Mycroft Holmes tasks his brother Sherlock and Dr. Watson with a critical mission to Vienna. Their objective is to recover the stolen blueprints and prototype of an...

Direction Terry Bishop · Bernard Knowles · Ralph Smart · Robert Day

Cast Richard Greene · Victor Woolf · Archie Duncan · Alexander Gauge

Synopsis The Adventures of Robin Hood (TV Series) (1955) is a classic British television series that aired from 1955 to 1960, consisting of 143 episodes. The show is set in medieval England and follows the legendary outlaw Robin Hood, portrayed by...

Direction Christopher Morahan · Alan Cooke · Alan Gibson · Donald McWhinnie

Cast Michael Bryant · Judi Dench · Maurice Denham · Ronald Hines

Synopsis Theatre 625 (TV Series) (1964) was a British television anthology series that aired from 1964 to 1968, spanning five seasons and 115 episodes. Each episode presented a unique story, often adapted from classic literature or original scripts, showcasing a variety...

Direction Sidney Hayers

Cast Mervyn Johns · Maureen Connell · Paul Stassino · Ronald Hines

Synopsis Echo of Barbara (1961) follows the story of Mike Roscoe (Ronald Hines), a man with a questionable reputation, who is in search of his long-lost sibling, Barbara. To execute his plan, Mike enlists the help of Paula Brown (Maureen Connell),...

Direction Richard Waring

Cast Wendy Craig · Ronald Hines · Paul Daneman · Hugo Keith-Johnston

Synopsis Not in Front of the Children (TV Series) (1967) follows the everyday adventures of a conventional married couple from the 1960s as they navigate the challenges of raising three children. The series delves into the humorous and often chaotic situations...

Direction Robin Nash

Cast Richard Briers · Prunella Scales · Edward de Souza · Geoffrey Sumner

Synopsis Marriage Lines (TV Series) (1961) aired from 1961 to 1966, spanning 5 seasons and 44 episodes. This British television series delved into the complexities of modern marriage, exploring the lives of various couples as they navigated the challenges and triumphs...

Direction David Askey

Cast Cliff Richard · Deborah Watling · Hugh Griffith · George Cole

Synopsis Take Me High (1973) follows the story of Tim, a merchant banker who is initially thrilled to learn about his upcoming assignment in New York. However, his plans take an unexpected turn when he is instead dispatched to Birmingham. There,...

Direction Jim O'Connolly

Cast Anthony Booth · Jacqueline Ellis · Derek Francis · Patrick Cargill

Direction Cedric Messina · John Gorrie · Rudolph Cartier · Waris Hussein

Cast Charles Gray · Lally Bowers · Eileen Atkins · Janet Suzman

Synopsis BBC Play of the Month (TV Series) (1965) aired from 1965 to 1983, spanning an impressive 16 seasons and 120 episodes. This anthology series showcased a diverse range of dramatic performances, each episode presenting a unique play or adaptation. The...

Direction Vernon Sewell

Cast Peter Dyneley · Jane Hylton · Nanette Newman · Maurice Kaufmann

Synopsis House of Mystery (TV) (1961) follows a young couple as they explore a potential new home. During their visit, they encounter a enigmatic woman who shares chilling tales about the unfortunate events that transpired with the house's former residents.

Direction Nicolas Freeling · Mike Vardy · Douglas Camfield · Tom Clegg

Cast Barry Foster · Michael Latimer · Susan Travers · Joanna Dunham

Direction Moira Armstrong · Gilchrist Calder · Guy Verney · James Cellan Jones

Cast Anna Massey · Joss Ackland · Rossano Brazzi · Amanda Murray

Synopsis W. Somerset Maugham (TV Series) (1969) is a British television anthology series that aired from 1969 to 1970. Spanning two seasons and comprising 26 episodes, the show adapted short stories and novels by the renowned author W. Somerset Maugham. Each...

Direction Jonathan Alwyn · Alan Cooke · Jim Goddard · Derek Bennett

Cast Peter Barkworth · Peter Vaughan · Douglas Wilmer · Ronald Hines

Synopsis The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes (TV Series) (1971) is a British television series primarily recorded on videotape, showcasing mystery short stories by authors who were contemporaries of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Many of these authors are relatively obscure to modern...

Direction Ken Annakin

Cast Nigel Patrick · Margaret Whiting · Katherine Woodville · Colin Blakely

Synopsis The Informers (1963) follows a seasoned detective who is hot on the trail of a string of bank heists. As he closes in on the perpetrators, they devise a blackmail plot to deter him. However, internal conflicts among the criminals...

Direction Anthony Page

Cast Ellen Burstyn · Teri Garr · Sammi Davis · Ronald Hines

Synopsis Pack of Lies (TV) (1987) delves into the unsettling world of deception and trust as it explores the question: How well do you truly know your neighbors and closest friends? The narrative takes a dramatic turn when the FBI approaches...

Direction Terry Bishop · Peter Maxwell · Anthony Squire · Coby Ruskin

Cast Edmund Purdom · Martin Benson · Adrienne Corri · Roland Bartrop

Synopsis Sword of Freedom (TV Series) (1957) is set in the vibrant city of Florence during the tumultuous 16th century. The narrative revolves around Marco del Monte, a charismatic and heroic figure reminiscent of Robin Hood. Marco takes the lead in...

Direction Marc Miller · Peter Moffatt · Joan Kemp-Welch · Peter Collinson

Cast Diane Cilento · Ian Hendry · Derrick Sherwin · Ray Marioni

Synopsis Blackmail (TV Series) (1965) delved into the multifaceted world of coercion and extortion, serving as the core theme across its 27 episodes. The series explored various manifestations of blackmail, from subtle manipulations to overt threats, offering a gripping look into...