Television Shows
"As Seen on TV"
A television movie (also TV movie, made-for-TV movie, telefilm, etc.) is a photoplay that does not normally feature in movie theatres but is produced for, and released to, television only. It is commonly considered a type of movie, but some people restrict the latter term to those that play in cinemas only.
The programs listed below have all at one time or another been on the telly. Most of those great old shows are represented here, from "Green Acres" to "Absolutely Fabulous", from "Dallas" to "Six Feet Under", from "The Simpsons" to "Ren and Stimpy".....
Below is an amalgam of Alice's entire collection of "Television Shows". For more precise grazing you may find scrolling within this genre helpful. ie "TV Drama", "TV Comedy", "TV Cult", etc
The Office (US): Season 5, Part 1 (2008)
Starring: Rainn Wilson, Jenna Fischer, BJ Novak, Steve Carell, John Krasinski
Scranton's most outrageous workforce is back to give their clients the business in the fifth hilarious season of 'The Office'. Join obnoxious regional... Read more
The Office - The Christmas Specials (2003)
Director: Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant
Starring: Ricky Gervais, Martin Freeman, Mackenzie Crook, Lucy Davis
The only British sitcom ever to win a Golden Globe returns for two final extended episodes. Much has happened since our last visit to Wernham Hogg. Da... Read more
The Office: Series 1 (2001)
8.5/10
Director: Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant
Starring: Ricky Gervais, Martin Freeman, Mackenzie Crook, Lucy Davis
BAFTA-winning comedy about the Slough paper-merchant where life is stationery... David Brent (Ricky Gervais) is a petty, pompous boss who thinks he's... Read more
The Office: Series 2 (2002)
8.8/10
Director: Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant
Starring: Mackenzie Crook, Lucy Davis, Martin Freeman, Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant
David Brent returns to work in the office that took Britain by storm and grabbed middle-managers by their balls. His 'unique' management style in this... Read more
The Old Curiosity Shop (1994)
6.6/10
Director: Kevin Connor
Starring: Peter Ustinov, Tom Courtenay, James Fox, Sally Walsh
Peter Ustinov is the kindly shopkeeper, Sally Walsh his granddaughter, Little Nell, and Tom Courtenay the conniving Mr Quilip in this filming of the b... Read more
The Old Grey Whistle Test: Vol. 2 (2006)
5.9/10
BBC's "The Old Grey Whistle Test" was the UK's seminal live music show. For over 15 years from 1971-1987, it was essential viewing for fans of album r... Read more
The Old Man and the Sea (Quinn) (1989)
7/10
Director: Jud Taylor
Starring: Anthony Quinn, Gary Cole, Patricia Clarkson, Valentina Quinn
Ernest Hemingway's celebrated story receives a stirring translation as Anthony Quinn plays Santiago, an old Cuban fisherman who takes to the sea in de... Read more
The Onedin Line: Series 2 (1972)
7.7/10
Director: Peter Graham Scott, Nigel Lambert, Godfrey James, Thomas Heathcote, Jenny Laird, Peter Childs
Starring: Peter Gilmore, Phillip Bond, Michael Billington, Howard Lang, Jessica Benton, An...
Despite losing a ship on the Cape, James Onedin (Peter Gilmore) is in an optimistic mood. The American Civil War has ended, bringing new opportunities... Read more
The Osbournes: Season 1 (2002)
5.6/10
Director: Anon
Starring: Ozzy Osbourne, Sharon Osbourne, Jack Osbourne, Kelly Osbourne
The Cleavers, The Bradys, The Cosbys, and now - The Osbournes! Heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne invites you into his home and every outrageous moment... Read more
The Outer Limits: Aliens Among Us Collection (1996)
7.8/10
Starring: Beau Bridges, Ally Sheedy, Perry King, Mykelti Williamson, Len Cariou
A 1990's update of the classic 60's series, continuing to explore and celebrate the human imagination. The "Aliens Among Us Collection" includes six e... Read more