The Best of British Cinema (1987) is a documentary web series in English. On MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch The Best of British Cinema online in HD.
The Best of British Cinema — Storyline
Sir John Mills narrates this entertaining compilation. "The Best of British Cinema" takes an insightful look back at some of the finest and most memorable feature films to be produced in major British studios over a period of five decades. All of the major stars are here, from Olivier to Leigh, from Sabu to Robert Donat, along with eminent directors. This series confirms the power, humor and drama of the great British films.
Cast & Crew
- Created by: Lou Jones, Maurice Sellar, Ashley Sidaway, Robert Sidaway
- Starring: John Mills
The Best of British Cinema — Series Details
| First Air Date | 1987-04-22 |
| Seasons | 5 |
| Episodes | 53 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Status | Ended |
| Rating | 8/10 (1 votes) |
The Best of British Cinema — Episode Guide
Season 1
- E1: The Heroes (1987-04-22) — From Tom Brown to Bulldog Drummond, from Biggles to Bond, the 20th Century British hero was represented as schoolboy, sleuth, soldier, sailor, sky-pilot and spy, and film portrayed
- E2: Leave 'Em Laughing (1987-04-29) — Some of British cinema's most popular comedians, including Norman Wisdom, Stanley Holloway, Will Hay, Frankie Howerd, and the Carry On team in films such as On The Beat, Oh, Mr Por
- E3: I Spy (1987-05-06) — A look at British spy stories, ranging from classic Hitchcock films of the 1930s to eighties paranoia in Defence Of The Realm, a mixture of the commonplace with the extraordinary –
- E4: The English Roses (1987-05-13) — During the 1940s and 50s, British films featured female stars who portrayed fiery, independent characters in distinctive settings, and stories than emanated from the events of Worl
- E5: The All Singing All Dancing Show (1987-05-20) — Sequences from the golden age of British musicals highlight the talents of stars such as Jessie Matthews, Jack Buchanan, Jean Kent and Kay Kendall. Films include Evergreen, As Long
- E6: The War Game (1987-05-27) — Stars like David Niven, Trevor Howard and John Mills in enduring wartime classics such as A Matter Of Life And Death, In Which We Serve, The Way Ahead, The Life And Death of Colone
- E7: Things That Go Bump in the Night (1987-06-03) — From the earliest days of movies, the potential for scaring audiences has been recognized and whether treated for thrills or comedy, ghosts and ghouls have proved a popular staple
- E8: Fine and Dandy (1987-06-10) — Costume dramas have been a staple of British cinema, especially during the 1940s when the Gainsborough melodramas resulted in some of the successful and popular films of the period
- E9: The Eccentrics (1987-06-17) — The combination of distinctive actors and characters have resulted in some of the most indelible and memorable scenes. True originals of British cinema include Margaret Rutherford,
- E10: Power and Prejudice (1987-06-24) — British cinema has always has a strong tradition for powerful reflections on contemporary life, social and psychological dramas that mix insightful commentary and identifiable char
Season 2
- E1: Classic Tales (1988-08-10) — Highlights from some of the best-known literary adaptations British cinema has produced, including extracts from The Importance Of Being Earnest, Oliver Twist, Great Expectations,
- E2: Action Men (1988-08-10) — Stars such as Oliver Reed, Stanley Baker, Howard Keel and Peter Finch feature in films highlighting thrills and action, including The Trap, Sea Fury, Floods of Fear and Robbery Und
- E3: All in the Game (1988-09-02) — Among the films that feature sports are This Sporting Life with Richard Harris, Checkpoint with Stanley Baker, All For Mary starring David Tomlinson and The Lady Vanishes with cric
- E4: Kids (1988-09-07) — Celebrating young scene-stealers including John Howard Davies, Jon Whiteley, Vincent Winter, Hayley Mills and Juliet Mills in British movies such as Oliver Twist, Dangerous Exile,
- E5: Film Fun (1988-09-14) — Comedy sequences from films such as The Early Bird, The Frozen Limits, The Intelligence Men, Band Waggon and Carry On Loving feature stars like Norman Wisdom, the Crazy Gang, Morec
- E6: Animal Antics (1989-01-11) — Featuring some of the most famous non-human stars of British cinema, including Tarka the Otter, An Alligator Named Daisy, Tawny Pipit and The Belstone Fox.
- E7: Love Story (1989-01-18)
- E8: All at Sea (1989-01-25)
- E9: Doctors and Nurses (1989-02-01)
- E10: Heaven and Earth (1989-02-08)
- E11: New Frontiers (1989-02-15)
- E12: Woman's Own (1989-02-22)
- E13: English Gentlemen (1989-03-01)
- E14: Reel Lives (1989-03-08)
- E15: Going Places (1989-03-15)
- E16: Gotta Sing, Gotta Dance (1989-03-22)
Season 3
- E1: Star (1990-03-19) — Audiences have always had favourite performers whose appeal transcends international barriers. Featured are names like Michael Caine, Henry Fonda and Meryl Streep in films includin
- E2: Bonds of Love (1990-03-26) — A look at the portrayal of relationships between friends, lovers and families in films such as Brief Encounter, On Golden Pond and Voyage of the Damned.
- E3: Against All Odds (1990-04-02) — The thrill and excitement of action movies highlighted by films such as Raise the Titanic, Hawk The Slayer and Escape to Athena with stars including Michael Caine, Gene Hackman and
- E4: Best Sellers (1990-04-09) — From the Bible to Charles Dickens, literature has been a rich source for films. Productions featured include Great Expectations, The Man In The Iron Mask and Moses The Lawgiver, wi
- E5: Crimetime (1990-04-16) — A look at films showing the profits of crime and the wages of sin, including Return Of The Pink Panther, Love And Bullets and Madam Sin with stars like Peter Sellers, Charles Brons
- E6: The Detectives (1990-04-23) — The downbeat doggedness of Philip Marlowe, the suave charm of Simon Templar, the comic ineptitude of Inspector Clouseau. Films include Farewell My Lovely and Return Of The Pink Pan
- E7: The Way We Are (1990-05-14) — From the sun-kissed sidewalks of California to the dingy streets of London, filmmakers reflect on modern society in films such as From A Far Country and Rising Damp with stars such
- E8: Just an Illusion (1990-05-21) — Highlighting the magic of special effects in films like Saturn 3. Raise the Titanic and Capricorn One with stars including Kirk Douglas, Omar Sharif and Telly Savalas.
- E9: Strength of Character (1990-06-04) — A look at the wide-ranging skills of actors including Laurence Olivier, Robert Duvall and James Stewart.
- E10: The Dark Side (1992-10-30) — Moments from films that have explored the dark side of mystery and imagination, featuring Richard Burton, Kirk Douglas and Terence Stamp.
Season 4
- E1: A Class of Their Own (1990-09-24)
- E2: The Gentle Touch (1990-09-25)
- E3: Private Lives (1990-09-26)
- E4: The Romantics (1990-09-28)
- E5: World of Adventure (1990-09-28)
Season 5
- E1: Rock 'N' Roll (1993-06-01)
- E2: Villain (1993-06-15)
- E3: George and Gracie (1993-09-20)
- E4: Independent Woman (1993-09-21)
- E5: Who Dunnit (1993-09-27)
- E6: Song and Dance (1993-09-28)
- E7: Scales of Justice (1993-10-04)
- E8: Classic Characters (1993-12-20)
- E9: When We Were Young (1993-12-21)
- E10: Home Sweet Home (1993-12-22)
- E11: History in the Making (1993-12-23)
- E12: Ealing Comedies (1993-12-24)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does The Best of British Cinema have? 5 season(s) with 53 episodes.
Who created The Best of British Cinema? Lou Jones, Maurice Sellar, Ashley Sidaway, Robert Sidaway.
Where can I watch The Best of British Cinema? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.
