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Foxcatcher
Intense Oscar-nominated drama, based on true events. With Steve Carell and Channing Tatum.
Kenneth Williams: Fantabulosa!
Dramatised portrait of the popular but troubled comic actor Kenneth Williams.
The Damned United
Michael Sheen stars as Brian Clough in the story of when he took charge of Leeds United.
Babs
Drama telling the heartwarming story of actress Dame Barbara Windsor.
Selma
David Oyelowo stars as Martin Luther King Jr, chronicling his campaign for equal rights.
They Flew Alone
Anna Neagle stars as Amy Johnson, the 1930s pilot who broke numerous records.
Testament of Youth
Vera Brittain's plans change with the declaration of the First World War.
Catch Me if You Can
Leonardo DiCaprio stars in the true story of a con man who cashed millions in fake cheques
Behind the Candelabra
Michael Douglas and Matt Damon star in this adaptation about Liberace's secret lover.
Yves Saint Laurent
Biopic taking a look at the life of famous French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent.
Finding Neverland
Fact-based drama about the events that inspired JM Barrie to write Peter Pan.
The Eichmann Show
Drama telling the story of how the 1961 trial of Nazi Adolf Eichmann came to be televised.
Mary of Scotland
A lavish portrayal of the turbulent life and death of Mary Queen of Scots.
Walesa: Man of Hope
Biopic of the Polish trade union leader Lech Walesa.
The Lady in the Van
The true story of Miss Shepherd, who lived in her van in writer Alan Bennett's driveway.
Saving Mr Banks
Emma Thompson and Tom Hanks star in an uplifting tale of the birth of a classic film.
Renoir
Impressionist painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir is revitalised by an inspirational young muse.
The Invisible Woman
At the peak of his career, Charles Dickens meets a young actress.
The World's Fastest Indian
Biopic of Burt Munro, who used his rebuilt Indian Scout motorcycle to set a speed record.
Reg
Drama by Jimmy McGovern based on the true story of Reg Keys.
Sister Kenny
The story of Australian nurse Elizabeth Kenny and her treatment of infantile paralysis.
The First of the Few
The true story of visionary Spitfire designer RJ Mitchell and test pilot Geoffrey Crisp.
The Triple Cross
Second World War adventure based on the real-life exploits of double agent Eddie Chapman.
Philomena
Acclaimed true story of a mother's search for her son, with Steve Coogan and Judi Dench.
Bloody Queens: Elizabeth and Mary
The story of Queen Elizabeth I and Mary, Queen of Scots's rivalry, in their own words.
We're Doomed! The Dad's Army Story
Comedy drama about how the creators of Dad's Army got the much-loved show to air.
The Last Days of Anne Boleyn
Documentary exploring the dramatic downfall and execution of Anne Boleyn in 1536.
Shine
Moving true story of a talented musician's triumph over adversity.
Dylan Thomas: A Poet in New York
Dramatisation of the last days of the poet Dylan Thomas in New York in 1953.
Marvellous
The inspirational and incredible true story of Neil Baldwin.
Everlasting Moments
An abused Swedish housewife's amateur photography helps her cope and see the world anew.
The Magic Box
Biography of William Friese-Greene, who designed and patented a working cinematic camera.
Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll
Stylish biopic of influential singer-songwriter Ian Dury (Andy Serkis).
Odette
The true story of a woman (Anna Neagle) who returns to her occupied homeland as a spy.
The Lady
The story of Aung San Suu Kyi as she becomes the core of Burma's democracy movement.
2. The Kennedys: Episode 2
Jacqueline's mother's prophecy that Jack will never be faithful seems true.