A series of television drama programmes loosely based on Baroness Emmuska Orczy's series of novels, set in 1793 during the French Revolution. It stars Richard E. Grant as the hero, Sir Percy Blakeney, and his eponymous alter ego. The first series also starred Elizabeth McGovern as his wife Marguerite and Martin Shaw as the Pimpernel's archrival, Paul Chauvelin. Robespierre was played by Ronan Vibert. It was filmed in the Czech Republic and scored by a Czech composer, Michal Pavlíček.
Wycliffe is a British television series, based on W. J. Burley's novels about Detective Superintendent Charles Wycliffe. It was produced by HTV and broadcast on the ITV Network, following a pilot episode on 7 August 1993, between 24 July 1994 and 5 July 1998. The series was filmed in Cornwall, with a production office in Truro. Music for the series was composed by Nigel Hess and was awarded the Royal Television Society award for the best television theme. Wycliffe is played by Jack Shepherd, assisted by DI Doug Kersey and DI Lucy Lane. Each episode deals with a murder investigation. In the early series, the stories are adapted from Burley's books and are in classic whodunit style, often with quirky characters and plot elements. In later seasons, the tone becomes more naturalistic and there is more emphasis on internal politics within the police.
From England to Egypt, accompanied by his elegant and trustworthy sidekicks, the intelligent yet eccentrically-refined Belgian detective Hercule Poirot pits his wits against a collection of first class deceptions.
Sherlock Holmes uses his abilities to take on cases by private clients and those that the Scotland Yard are unable to solve, along with his friend Dr. Watson.
Set during the 18th century Napoleonic Wars, Horatio Hornblower, a young and shy midshipman, rises through the ranks to become an admiral.
The final months of Anne Boleyn's life, her struggle with Tudor England's patriarchal society, her desire to secure a future for her daughter, Elizabeth, and the brutal reality of her failure to provide Henry with a male heir.
Three beautiful women – grandmother, mother and daughter – struggle bravely through five eventful decades of hidden love, high drama and sudden death. From 1926 to present day, from the Yorkshire Dales to London, Paris and New York, how each woman commits an act of will that changes their life and world. Based on Barbara Taylor Bradford's 1986 novel of the same name.
Date Kazuyoshi (Sakai) is a detective on the Kanagawa prefectural police force. During the day, he is known as a "Buddha" for his gentle personality, pouring all of his energy into resolving each case. At night, however, he transforms into a cruel punisher as his gentleness gives way to his anger towards the criminals. The series poses questions about what justice and evil truly are. Tokyograph
The story of three women who are involved in adulterous affairs - and Rose, who believes that anyone who sleeps with another's husband is committing a crime against womanhood. Ah, but how long will Rose be able to resist the charms of married photographer Paul...? Will Ray leave Sandy? Will Martin leave Margaret? Is ANY relationship better than NO relationship? And will Rose's erotic pictorial portfolio from Paris be the ultimate downfall of Paul? Stay tuned....
In 1860s France, Étienne Lantier, an unemployed railway worker, is clever but uneducated with a dangerous temper. Forced to take a back-breaking job at the Le Voreux mine when he cannot get other work, he discovers that his fellow miners are ill, hungry, and in debt, unable to feed and clothe their families. When conditions in the mining community deteriorate even further, Lantier finds himself leading a strike that could mean starvation or salvation for all.
A woman's daring sexual past collides with her married-with-kids present when the bad-boy ex she can't stop fantasizing about crashes back into her life.
It follows Photsawat, a former famous boxing champion who was forced to leave the sport after being accused of throwing a match—to make matters worse, his ex-wife absconds with all his hard-earned savings. Now living hand to mouth, he works as a motorcycle taxi driver to support his daughter. By chance, he meets Homerun, a young man who once suffered from depression because of his difficult past. Inspired by Photsawat, Homerun manages to turn his life around and make a fresh start. He asks Photsawat to become his boxing coach so that he can pursue his dream of becoming a champion. However, his true goal is not only to win in the ring, but also to win his coach’s heart.
A dedicated forensic psychiatrist, Emma Robertson, is assigned to assess the sanity of Connie Mortensen, a “yummy mummy” accused of a despicable crime.
To avoid an unwanted marriage, Jiang Li often escapes to Wenxiang Pavilion with her confidant A Zhao—only to later discover, after entering the palace as the Left General’s bride, that he is actually the emperor. Thrown into a world of romance and political intrigue, the two unite to crush rebellion and unravel hidden conspiracies.
When bandit Mu Qing kidnaps scholar Bai Xiaosheng to drive away her unfaithful fiancé, she unwittingly brings an undercover agent into her world. Their fragile bond shatters after a deadly ambush reveals hidden betrayals. Reunited later and framed for a crime, the two uncover a corrupt magistrate and work together to bring him to justice.
Ten years after surviving the massacre of his clan, Shen Song, now a humble chef, is drawn back into his quest for justice when a festival fire uncovers hidden remains. Appointed as the emperor’s civilian investigator, he tackles a series of strange cases, uncovering conspiracies tied to his family’s tragic past.
After the final match of the Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Tournament, Tang San and his friends reluctantly bid each other farewell, promising to reunite in five years. They then set off on their separate life journeys until Bibi Dong from the Spirit Hall secretly plotted to dominate the Douluo Continent by sweeping away the major sects. In response, Tang San gathered his friends to establish the Tang Sect, committed to the pursuit of justice and determined to shoulder the heavy responsibility.
Forensic expert Zhou Li is transported into a rebirth revenge novel as Jiang Ruoli, the villainess accused of killing protagonist Jun Wuye and his mother. Using her knowledge of the story, Zhou Li helps Jun Wuye uncover the real culprit while guiding him back to his principles and faith in humanity. As their partnership deepens into trust and affection, they discover a shocking truth that changes everything.
Reborn as a humble official, former hero Yun Ye uses his brilliance in statecraft to navigate national crises while balancing family and love. His journey to restore peace and stability becomes a tale of resilience and legendary heroism.
Count Alexander Rostov finds himself going from riches to rags following the Russian revolution. A Soviet tribunal banishes him to the attic room of an opulent hotel, where, oblivious to the world outside, he discovers the true value of friendship, family and love.