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Acting
Lorelei King
Born March 8, 1963 · Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA (age 63)
Lorelei King is a United States-born actress who has been based in the United Kingdom since 1981. She is primarily known for her voice acting, narrating audiobooks and appearing in plays on BBC Radio 4. King spent her childhood moving between Pennsylvania, Arkansas, and California. In 1981, she planned to move to either Paris or Yugoslavia, where her family originated, but after a three-day stopo…
Known For
Alien: Covenant · 2017Alien: Covenant
★ 6.22017
MovieHorrorScience Fiction
The crew of the colony ship Covenant, bound for a remote planet on the far side of the galaxy, discovers what they think is an uncharted paradise but is actually a dark, dangerous world.
Notting Hill · 1999Notting Hill
★ 7.31999
MovieRomanceComedy
London bookstore owner William Thacker's quiet life turns upside down when a chance encounter with famous actress Anna Scott sparks an unlikely romance challenged by their vastly different worlds.
The Saint · 1997The Saint
★ 6.11997
MovieThrillerAction
Simon Templar (The Saint), is a thief for hire, whose latest job to steal the secret process for cold fusion puts him at odds with a traitor bent on toppling the Russian government, as well as the woman who holds its secret.
The House of Mirth · 2000The House of Mirth
★ 6.32000
MovieDramaRomance
In early 20th century New York City, an impoverished socialite desperately seeks a suitable husband as she gradually finds herself betrayed by her friends and exiled from high society.
Shining Through · 1992Shining Through
★ 6.51992
MovieDramaRomance
Spirited New Yorker Linda Voss goes to work for international lawyer and secret Office of Strategic Services operative Ed Leland just before World War II. As they fall in love, the United States enters the fight against Hitler, and Linda volunteers to work for Ed spying undercover behind Nazi lines. Assigned to uncover information about a German bomb, Linda also has personal motives to fulfill: discovering the fate of her Jewish family members in Berlin.
Coping with Cupid · 1991Coping with Cupid
★ 7.51991
MovieFantasyComedy
Three blondes from another planet land on earth to conduct research into romantic love
Intimate with a Stranger · 1995Intimate with a Stranger
★ 6.51995
MovieDrama
Jack Hamilton is a gigolo, and judging by his appointment calendar, he's a good one. For $250 per session, he gives women what they want, be it a sexual experience or just a sympathetic ear. Being a gigolo by no means an easy job; the demands of the job are more than just physical, and he must carefully balance his business with his personal relationships.
The Falklands Play · 2002The Falklands Play
★ 7.02002
MovieWarDrama
The Falklands Play is a dramatic account of the political events leading up to, and including, the 1982 Falklands War. The play was written by Ian Curteis, an experienced writer who had started his television career in drama, but had increasingly come to specialise in dramatic reconstructions of history. It was originally commissioned by the BBC in 1983, for production and broadcast in 1986, but was subsequently shelved by Controller of BBC One Michael Grade due to its alleged pro-Margaret Thatcher stance and jingoistic tone. This prompted a press furore over media bias and censorship.The play was not staged until 2002, when it was broadcast in separate adaptations on BBC Television and Radio.
Movies
Alien: Covenant · 2017Alien: Covenant
★ 6.22017
MovieHorrorScience Fiction
The crew of the colony ship Covenant, bound for a remote planet on the far side of the galaxy, discovers what they think is an uncharted paradise but is actually a dark, dangerous world.
Notting Hill · 1999Notting Hill
★ 7.31999
MovieRomanceComedy
London bookstore owner William Thacker's quiet life turns upside down when a chance encounter with famous actress Anna Scott sparks an unlikely romance challenged by their vastly different worlds.
The Saint · 1997The Saint
★ 6.11997
MovieThrillerAction
Simon Templar (The Saint), is a thief for hire, whose latest job to steal the secret process for cold fusion puts him at odds with a traitor bent on toppling the Russian government, as well as the woman who holds its secret.
The House of Mirth · 2000The House of Mirth
★ 6.32000
MovieDramaRomance
In early 20th century New York City, an impoverished socialite desperately seeks a suitable husband as she gradually finds herself betrayed by her friends and exiled from high society.
Shining Through · 1992Shining Through
★ 6.51992
MovieDramaRomance
Spirited New Yorker Linda Voss goes to work for international lawyer and secret Office of Strategic Services operative Ed Leland just before World War II. As they fall in love, the United States enters the fight against Hitler, and Linda volunteers to work for Ed spying undercover behind Nazi lines. Assigned to uncover information about a German bomb, Linda also has personal motives to fulfill: discovering the fate of her Jewish family members in Berlin.
Coping with Cupid · 1991Coping with Cupid
★ 7.51991
MovieFantasyComedy
Three blondes from another planet land on earth to conduct research into romantic love
Intimate with a Stranger · 1995Intimate with a Stranger
★ 6.51995
MovieDrama
Jack Hamilton is a gigolo, and judging by his appointment calendar, he's a good one. For $250 per session, he gives women what they want, be it a sexual experience or just a sympathetic ear. Being a gigolo by no means an easy job; the demands of the job are more than just physical, and he must carefully balance his business with his personal relationships.
The Falklands Play · 2002The Falklands Play
★ 7.02002
MovieWarDrama
The Falklands Play is a dramatic account of the political events leading up to, and including, the 1982 Falklands War. The play was written by Ian Curteis, an experienced writer who had started his television career in drama, but had increasingly come to specialise in dramatic reconstructions of history. It was originally commissioned by the BBC in 1983, for production and broadcast in 1986, but was subsequently shelved by Controller of BBC One Michael Grade due to its alleged pro-Margaret Thatcher stance and jingoistic tone. This prompted a press furore over media bias and censorship.The play was not staged until 2002, when it was broadcast in separate adaptations on BBC Television and Radio.
The Very Thought of You · 1998The Very Thought of You
★ 5.71998
MovieComedyRomance
Laurence recounts to his neighbour how his life long friendship with Frank and Daniel has been overturned in just three days by their each independently meeting, and falling for, Martha, who has no idea of their connection. Slowly the tale unfolds, the narrative moving backwards and forwards gradually filling in the gaps until we see the whole picture
Bob the Builder: Built to be Wild · 2006Bob the Builder: Built to be Wild
★ 4.52006
MovieAnimationFamily
Bob the Builder and his friends are back with a charming musical special. This time, Bob and his friends head out to the wild west and are hot on the trail of a secret treasure, though they are always able to take time out for a song or two.
Thumpkin and the Easter Bunnies · 1993Thumpkin and the Easter Bunnies
1993
MovieAnimationFamily
Little Johnny learns the secret of the Hill Burrow bunnies.
HIT Favorites: Winter Wonderland · 2007HIT Favorites: Winter Wonderland
2007
MovieFamilyAnimation
Celebrate Winter with your favorite friends! Join Barney, Bob the Builder, Thomas & Friends, Fireman Sam, Kipper and Pingu for 6 fun adventures.
Bob the Builder: Bob's Big Plan · 2005Bob the Builder: Bob's Big Plan
2005
MovieAnimationFamily
Bob the Builder is about to take on his biggest project ever in the all- new series Bob the Builder Project: Build It. Bob hears of a contest to design a new settlement in Sunflower Valley, a place he would often visit with his twin brother Tom during their childhoods. He decides to enter it and have his concept be as environmentally friendly as possible. He wins the contest, only to discover that the main prize is the job of constructing it.
Chuggington: All Buckled Up! · 2012Chuggington: All Buckled Up!
★ 10.02012
MovieFamilyAnimation
The traintastic crew are back on the rails. Trainee engines Koko, Wilson and Brewster with their young friend, Zephie and new trainees Hoot and Toot, try to keep everything rolling smoothly,but their curiosity and good intentions often signals trouble on the tracks...
24 Hours in London · 200024 Hours in London
★ 4.62000
MovieCrimeAction
London gangster Christian has a plan to kill off the opposition, but things get messy when a witness survives.
Bob the Builder: The Big Dino Dig · 2011Bob the Builder: The Big Dino Dig
★ 5.32011
MovieAnimation
Bob s building Fixham Harbour s new dinosaur-themed fun park with a giant roller coaster and fantastic rides. Everything is going to plan until the team begin unearth dinosaur bones on site! The machines can t contain their excitement and are eager to dig in and get mucky, but where are they going to put all the bones and who will be able to move them and will dinosaur hunter Scratch be lucky enough to find his own discovery? Fortunately Bob s got a plan and Rubble the new dumper truck can help!
Surrealissimo: The Trial of Salvador Dali · 2002Surrealissimo: The Trial of Salvador Dali
★ 5.82002
MovieHistoryTV Movie
A comic drama about the weird and wonderful world of Salvador Dali and the Surrealists. This film charts Dali's meteoric rise from obscurity to the world's most publicised artist.
Bob the Builder: Snowed Under - The Bobblesberg Winter Games · 2004Bob the Builder: Snowed Under - The Bobblesberg Winter Games
★ 5.42004
MovieFamilyAnimation
Bob the Builder and his gang travel to a winter resort and have to help build the venues for the Bobblesberg Winter Games, since the original crew assigned the tasked gets snowed under.
Bob the Builder: Teamwork Time · 2012Bob the Builder: Teamwork Time
★ 4.02012
MovieAnimation
Scrambler needs help getting his treehouse project off the ground! Grab your hard hats and come along with Bob the Builder for his latest project.
Bob the Builder: Race to the Finish · 2008Bob the Builder: Race to the Finish
★ 4.52008
MovieAnimationFamily
When Sunflower Valley needs a new sports stadium, there's only one team for the job. It's Bob the Builder and his Can-Do Crew! Can Bob build it? With the help of his new friends, Gripper and Grabber - YES, HE CAN! Join Bob, Wendy, and the Can-Do Crew as they race to the finish line in their biggest construction job yet. See how teamwork and fun go hand-in-hand in this colossal building adventure.
HIT Favorites: Frosty Friends · 2009HIT Favorites: Frosty Friends
2009
MovieFamilyAnimation
Bundle up with your favorite preschool pals in these fun-filled wintertime tales. Join Barney, Bob the Builder, Pingu, Thomas & Friends, and Kipper as they enjoy playful adventures in the snow. Learn the true meaning of Christmas with your best friend, Barney, build a snowman with Bob, go sledding with Kipper, whistle down the tracks with Thomas, and laugh along as Pingu plays hilarious tricks on his friends.
Bob the Builder: When Bob Became a Builder · 2006Bob the Builder: When Bob Became a Builder
★ 7.02006
MovieAnimationFamily
While building a new picnic area at the beach, Bob and the machines tell Benny and Scrambler the story of how he got started as a builder. Bob then recounts he and his dad Robert constructed the building yard in Bobsville, and how the machine crew we all know and love got together. Once the picnic area is finished, Benny and Scrambler agree that it's brilliant to be part of Bob's team!
Bob the Builder: Build It and They Will Come · 2012Bob the Builder: Build It and They Will Come
★ 10.02012
MovieAnimationFamily
The crew is hard at work on the new jobs. They need a well to bring water to the yard, a road to the new workshop, homes for the can-do crew and someone to run the old yard! But with all the work to be done, the team has gotten into some mix-ups and not everyone is where they should be. Will Bob and his crew nail down all the details and get their jobs done right? Episodes
Dizzy and the Talkie Talkie
Scoop's Recruit
Where's Robert?
Wendy's Welcome
Roley's New Friend
Bob the Builder: Build it Big! Playpack · 2013Bob the Builder: Build it Big! Playpack
2013
MovieAnimationFamily
Build big with Bob the Builder in this collection of classic episodes! Whether Bob is fixing the pizza parlor, renovating a fireplace, or throwing a surprise birthday party, Bob always has help from the Can-Do Crew! Watch as Bob gets the job done with fun, tools, and teamwork!
TV Shows
Bob the Builder · 1999Bob the Builder
★ 5.91999
SeriesAnimation
Bob the Builder and his machine team are ready to tackle any project. Bob and the Can-Do Crew demonstrate the power of positive thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, and follow-through. The team always shows that “The Fun Is In Getting It Done!”
Cold Feet · 1998Cold Feet
★ 7.71998
SeriesComedyDrama
Follow the lives and loves of a group of thirtysomethings in a heart-warming comic drama as they try to find true love - or at least keep their relationships on track. In this wry and funny look at a generation which is as confused as it is liberated by the choices it faces, will the chill in their feet put out the passion that burns in their hearts?
Birds of a Feather · 1989Birds of a Feather
★ 6.31989
SeriesComedyDrama
Birds of a Feather is a British sitcom that was broadcast on BBC One from 1989 until 1998 and on ITV from 2013. Starring Pauline Quirke, Linda Robson and Lesley Joseph, it was created by Laurence Marks and Maurice Gran, who also wrote some of the episodes along with many other writers.
The first episode sees sisters Tracey Stubbs and Sharon Theodopolopodos brought together when their husbands are sent to prison for armed robbery. Sharon, who lived in an Edmonton council flat, moves into Tracey's expensive house in Chigwell, Essex. Their next-door neighbour, and later friend, Dorien Green is a middle-aged married woman who is constantly having affairs with younger men. In the later series the location is changed to Hainault. The series ended on Christmas Eve 1998 after a 9-year-run.
Rumpole of the Bailey · 1975Rumpole of the Bailey
★ 7.11975
SeriesDramaComedy
Rumpole of the Bailey is a British television series created and written by the British writer and barrister John Mortimer. It stars Leo McKern as Horace Rumpole, an aging London barrister who defends any and all clients, and has been spun off into a series of short stories, novels, and radio programmes.
Not Going Out · 2006Not Going Out
★ 7.52006
SeriesComedy
Lee is a childish northerner who lives in a fancy penthouse apartment in London who goes through a variety of jobs such as a janitor and ice cream man, as well as attempting relationships with female flatmates. His best mate, Daily Mail reading, middle-class citizen Tim is always there to stop Lee from getting in trouble, or not? Mayhem is never far away with cleaner Barbara who has never done an honest day's work in her life.
Jonathan Creek · 1997Jonathan Creek
★ 7.61997
SeriesMysteryComedy
Working from his home in a converted windmill, Jonathan Creek is a magician with a natural ability for solving puzzles. He soon puts this ability to the use of solving impossible crimes and mysterious murders.
Monarch of the Glen · 2000Monarch of the Glen
★ 7.32000
SeriesDramaComedy
Archie MacDonald, a young restaurateur is called back to his childhood home of Glenbogle where he is told he is the new Laird of Glenbogle.
After You've Gone · 2007After You've Gone
★ 4.82007
SeriesComedy
After You've Gone is a British sitcom broadcast on BBC One from 12 January 2007 to 21 December 2008. Starring Nicholas Lyndhurst, Celia Imrie, Dani Harmer and Ryan Sampson, the three season comedy follows handyman Jimmy Venables, who moves in with his teenage children and his mother-in-law Diana after his ex-wife Ann goes to Africa to help with a flood.
Elliott from Earth · 2021Elliott from Earth
★ 7.72021
SeriesAnimationComedy
A boy and his mum find themselves suddenly transported somewhere across the universe surrounded by an amazing array of aliens from new and unknown corners of the galaxy. While trying to work out who brought them there and why, they make a new home for themselves and encounter new friends, including Mo, the only other being from Earth – a dinosaur.
Auf Wiedersehen, Pet · 1983Auf Wiedersehen, Pet
★ 7.91983
SeriesComedyDrama
Seven British construction workers escape Britain's ever growing dole queues and travel to Germany to work on a site in Dusseldorf. We follow their trials and tribulations of working away from home and away from the women they left behind.
Chuggington Medaille Race · 2010Chuggington Medaille Race
2010
SeriesAnimation
Koko, Wilson and Brewster learn new skills and life lessons on their quest to earn various badges.
Jam · 2000Jam
★ 8.12000
SeriesComedy
Adapted from Blue Jam, a late night radio show, Jam consists of six shows featuring dark humour and unsettling sketches unfolding over an ambient soundtrack. From the mind of Chris Morris.
Chef · 1993Chef
★ 7.61993
SeriesComedy
Sharp knives and even sharper tongues! Meet Britain's finest, most short-fused chef, Gareth Balckstock.
Trust · 2003Trust
★ 6.52003
SeriesDramaComedy
In a busy London corporate law firm, Cooper-Fozard, Stephen Bradley and his team work fast and furious to form mergers, takeovers and buyouts for a range of clients. But it's never as clear and clinical. When colleagues work hard, they often play hard too; and working closely sometimes brings people together after hours. Soon you develop a taste for a good deal, and you can sense a suspicious one at forty paces. And above all, though you don't have to like the people you work with, you learn that you do need to trust them.
Broken News · 2005Broken News
★ 7.72005
SeriesComedy
Broken News is a comedy programme shown on BBC Two in autumn 2005 and in Australia on SBS-TV from the 17 July 2006. The show poked fun at the world of 24-hour rolling news channels. The title of the show is a play on the phrase "breaking news". The show jump cut between its various spoof TV channels, which covered both the central story and other stories that would be of interest to their audience. A large part of the comedy came from observations about the nature of news presentation rather than the stories themselves.
Los cuentos de Tinga Tinga · 2010Los cuentos de Tinga Tinga
★ 7.02010
SeriesAnimation
Tinga Tinga Tales is a 52 episodes children's series based on African folk tales and aimed at 4- to 6-year olds. It was commissioned by the BBC for its CBeebies channel, and by Disney Channel for its Disney Junior block. Named after the Tingatinga art from Tanzania, it was made in Kenya by a studio of about 50 people. The music is by Kenyan singer-songwriter Eric Wainaina.
The series was first developed by Claudia Lloyd, head of animation at Tiger Aspect, while travelling through Africa. The first three episodes premiered on the BBC website in early February 2010. The distribution rights have been bought by Entertainment Rights.
The Robinsons · 2005The Robinsons
★ 6.42005
SeriesComedy
The show's central character is a divorced reinsurance actuary, Ed Robinson, who realises that reinsurance is not his passion and decides to rethink his life.
Avenger Penguins · 1993Avenger Penguins
★ 4.71993
SeriesAnimationComedy
Revolves around three bike riding Penguins that inhabit Big City, uniting to protect it and its citizens from the evil Caractacus P. Doom, an insane and reclusive criminal scientist. The Penguins attempt to prevent Doom's schemes but find themselves often hampered by their own miscommunications and occasional scraps with other biker gangs infesting Big City.
Fantomcat · 1995Fantomcat
★ 4.01995
SeriesAnimation
Fantomcat was an animated series produced by Cosgrove Hall Films. It was first broadcast in 1995 and was animated after Avenger Penguins in 1994 by Alfonso Productions, a Spanish animation studio. It aired largely on Children's ITV. The series also had a brief run on Pop and on Network Ten in Australia. It was produced and directed by Ben Turner.
Fantomcat centres on the character Phillipe Lentheric Guerlain de Givenchy, the Duke of Fantom, a masked swashbuckling hero who thrived in 1699, in mortal combat with his archnemesis Baron Von Skeltar. De Fantom was treacherously cast into a painting within the halls of his house, Castle De Fantom, and became trapped for centuries. As time passed, the area around Castle De Fantom became a bustling metropolis called Metro City, a city submerged in crime rings led by the fiendish arachnid Marmagora.