Brand New UK TV 2016
A list of new British TV programmes airing on UK TV in 2016.
Please note: Due to the large number of programmes broadcast which are solely concerned with the European Union Referendum these have been moved to their own separate list.
Please note: Due to the large number of programmes broadcast which are solely concerned with the European Union Referendum these have been moved to their own separate list.
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- DirectorDewi HumphreysStarsHenry ShieldsHenry LewisChris LeaskThe Olivier Award-winning Mischief Theatre brings Peter Pan Goes Wrong to BBC One, narrated by David Suchet and filmed in front of a live audience.One-off festive comedy following a fictional amateur theatrical group's attempt to stage an overly ambitious production of J.M. Barrie's story.
Broadcast on New Year's Eve, Saturday, 31st December 2016 on BBC1. - DirectorBen FinneyStarsGordon BuchananErin GreeneWildlife cameraman Gordon Buchanan travels to the town of Churchill on the shores of Canada's Hudson Bay, where packs of polar bears gather each Autumn to prepare for their winter hunt.One-off wildlife documentary in which Gordon visits the town of Churchill in Canada to witness the annual gathering of polar bears to prepare for their winter hunt.
Broadcast on New Year's Eve, Saturday, 31st December 2016 on BBC2. - DirectorTony Grech-SmithStarsC.J. BanksMax BeesleyBig DaddyAfter more than 30 years, British professional wrestling returns to ITV screens with this one-off New Year's Eve special. Featuring some of the UK's top wrestlers and commentary from the legendary Jim Ross.British wrestling returns to ITV for the first time in 30 years with a special one-off event from Manchester featuring some of the top UK stars battling it out. With guest commentator Jim Ross.
Broadcast on New Year's Eve, Saturday, 31st December 2016 on ITV. - DirectorPaul WheelerStarsDara Ó BriainThe Mock the Week (2005) host performs a stand-up comedy gig at London's Hammersmith Apollo as part of his 2015 nationwide tour.The Mock The Week & Robot Wars host performs a stand-up comedy gig at London's Hammersmith Apollo as part of his 2015 national tour. TV Premiere.
Broadcast on Friday, 30th December 2016 on BBC2. - DirectorFrancis WhatelyStarsSamantha BondPierce BrosnanBilly ConnollyDocumentary celebrating the life and career of the veteran actress, looking back at the high points of her 60-year career on stage and screen. With clips of her greatest performances and tributes from those she has worked with.Biographical documentary celebrating the life and works of the veteran British actress. Featuring archive footage of her most memorable performances and interviews.
Broadcast on Friday, 30th December 2016 on BBC2. - DirectorRhys ThomasStarsLucy MontgomeryRhys ThomasTony WayComedian Rhys Thomas takes a comic look back at the cultural, national and international talking points of the year that was 2016. Told through mash-up and manipulated archive footage.One-off spoof end of year review show tweaking real film and TV footage to present its own take on the years biggest events.
Broadcast on Friday, 30th December 2016 on BBC4. - CreatorDan SeftonStarsIain GlenDawn FrenchEmilia FoxA drama series about food, love and infidelity in Cornwall.Four-part comedy drama starring Dawn French as a Cornish chef who must re-evaluate her relationships with her ex-husband and his wife.
Commences Friday, 30th December 2016 on Sky1. - DirectorKevin BridgesStarsKevin BridgesScottish comedian Kevin Bridges muses on economic theory, art history and diet tips on stage in front of 12,000 fans at the SSE Hydro in Glasgow. Recorded in October 2015.The Scottish comedian performs a stand-up comedy gig in front of a 12,000 audience at the SSE Hydro in Glasgow in 2015. TV Premiere.
Broadcast on Thursday, 29th December 2016 on BBC2. - DirectorLorry PowlesStarsLasco AtkinsRonald HuttonDiane MorganThe commentator returns for a festive-themed special that examines the true meaning of Christmas by exploring pagan winter festivals and the Nativity story in her own unique way.Mockumentary in which the commentator searches for the true meaning of Christmas in her own unique way.
Broadcast on Thursday, 29th December 2016 on BBC2. - DirectorSally WainwrightStarsFinn AtkinsCharlie MurphyChloe PirrieA chronicle of the Brontë sisters' battle to overcome obstacles and publish their novels, which would become some of the greatest in the English language.Feature-length one-off drama recounting how, despite the many obstacles they faced, the Bronte sisters emerged from obscurity to write some of the English languages great novels. 2hrs.
Broadcast on Thursday, 29th December 2016 on BBC1. - DirectorSally ThomsonMark WheelerStarsGordon BuchananGordon Buchanan travels to Norway and Austria to search for animals that live in snowy conditions and have adapted to survive in cold weather. He also takes a look at the lives of animals associated with Christmas.Wildlife documentary about animals that have adapted to live in cold, snowy environments and about animals that are associated with Christmas.
Broadcast Thursday, 29th December 2016 on BBC1. - DirectorRoger MainwoodStarsJim BroadbentBrenda BlethynLuke TreadawayThe life and times of the parents of the hailed British graphic novelist Raymond Briggs.Touching animated drama based on the graphic novel by Raymond Briggs following the lives of his parents from their chance meeting in 1928 through 40 years of marriage during an era of sweeping social changes. 1hr 30m.
Broadcast on Wednesday, 28th December 2016 on BBC1. - DirectorDavid M. ThompsonStarsDarcey BussellKatie DerhamPeter WrightA look at the life and career of the classical dancer, choreographer, television director and teacher who celebrated his 90th birthday in November 2016. Featuring interviews with Sir Peter and those who have worked alongside him.Biographical documentary celebrating the life and career of the veteran British dancer, choreographer, television director and teacher.
Broadcast on Bank Holiday Tuesday, 27th December 2016 on BBC4. - DirectorMatthew AmosStarsIan AshpitelBrian CoxWarwick DavisMusical about The Entire Universe in one hour, with lots of jokes.Professor Brian Cox finds his latest lecture about the origins of the universe is actually a Rutland Weekend Television musical extravaganza.
Broadcast on Boxing Day, Monday, 26th December 2016 on BBC2. - StarsGordon BuchananBenjamin KyaloWildlife cameraman Gordon Buchanan attempts to gain the trust of a family of African elephants in Kenya to allow him to observe them up close.2-part wildlife documentary. Wildlife cameraman Gordon Buchanan attempts to gain the trust of a family of elephants to enable him to film them up close.
Broadcast on Boxing Day, Monday 26th and Bank Holiday Tuesday, 27th December 2016 on BBC2. - StarsBilly HowleKim CattrallMonica DolanThe hunt is on to find the murderer of a wealthy glamorous heiress who is found dead in her London townhouse. Based on the short story by Agatha Christie.Two-part adaptation of the classic Agatha Christie story.
Broadcast on Boxing Day, Monday 26th December 2016 and Bank Holiday Tuesday 27th December 2016 on BBC1. - DirectorBridget CaldwellStarsBeverley KnightGregory PorterThe London Community Gospel ChoirIn a special gospel sing-along from the Church of St John-at-Hackney in London Gregory Porter and Beverley Knight welcome a host of musical talents to serve up a feast of festive musical treats.Gregory Porter and Beverley Knight host a special gospel sing-along in London welcoming Katy B, Shaun Escoffery and Vade to perform rousing versions of classic Christmas songs.
Broadcast on Christmas Day, 25th December 2016 on BBC2. - DirectorJon EastStarsIan Puleston-DaviesDorottya HaisMark HadfieldMaigret plunges into the murky Parisian underworld.The second of two new adaptations of Commisaire Jules Maigret's cases starring Rowan Atkinson as the famous detective.
Broadcast Christmas Day - 25th December 2016 on ITV. - DirectorMichael BuffongStarsDon WarringtonAlfred EnochMiltos YerolemouDon Warrington stars as the tragic monarch in this acclaimed version of the Shakespeare play recorded at the Royal Exchange Theatre in Manchester.Don Warrington stars as the tragic monarch in this acclaimed version of the Shakespeare play recorded at the Royal Exchange Theatre in Manchester. TV Premiere - 3hrs 10m.
Broadcast on Christmas Day, 25th December 2016 on BBC4. - DirectorJamie Magnus StoneStarsAdeel AkhtarMatt BerryDanielle BjelicIn a fantasy world where magic is being superseded by technology, an orphaned teen discovers her destiny to become a dragonslayer.Epic adaptation of the first of Jasper Fforde's series of fantasy novels about an orphaned teen discovering her destiny in a world where technology is superceding magic. 2 hours 15m.
Broadcast on Christmas Day - 25th December 2016 on Sky1. - DirectorAdam LowStarsAlan BennettNicholas HytnerSue PowellA year in the life of British playwright Alan Bennett as he's finishing the latest tome of his diaries for his publisher.A candid profile of the writer inspired by his diaries. Featuring a series of intimate interviews filmed over the course of a year. TV premiere.
Broadcast on Saturday, 24th December 2016 on BBC2. - DirectorSteve SmithStarsShirley BasseyDavid WalliamsSimon CallowAhead of her 80th birthday in Janurary 2017, comic actor David Walliams hosts this special night of entertainment paying tribute to Welsh diva Dame Shirley Bassey. Featuring songs, interviews and comedy sketches.One-off celebration of the Welsh singer ahead of her 80th birthday in January. Featuring duets, comedy sketches and performances. Hosted by Walliams.
Broadcast 24th December 2016 on BBC1. - DirectorJoanna HarrisonRobin ShawStarsElsie CavalierOlivia ColmanPam FerrisStan, Katie, Rosie, Max, the baby, and Rufus the dog decide to go on an adventure in search of bears.Animated adventure based on the popular children's story by Michael Rosen. 30m
Broadcast on Christmas Eve, Saturday 24th December 2016 on Channel 4. - StarsRoberto BolleGraham BondDarcey BussellThe former principal ballerina tells her story, with historic performances from the BBC archives and candid interviews from throughout her career. Showing how she grew up in front of the camera and mastered television.A look at the career of the ballerina through her appearances on BBC television programmes from Blue Peter at the age of 16 to acting as a judge of TV talent show Strictly Come Dancing.
Broadcast on Friday, 23rd December 2016 on BBC4. - StarsMichael Daingerfield