10 Minute Tales

10 Minute Tales

2009 · 1 season · 11 eps · ★ 7.5 · Comedy, Drama

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The biggest names in writing, acting and directing come together in a series of shorts on Sky1 HD this festive period. Experience a novel Noel with these original, uplifting and highly creative slices of silent cinema that prove actions do speak louder than words. Starring Mackenzie Crook, Bill Nighy, Peter Capaldi, Ross Kemp, and a host of major stars, each of the 10 Minute Tales promises to be a unique and engaging look at life, loss, and love.

Created by Hilary Bevan Jones

Network: Sky One

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DadDad · 2005
Dad
★ 9.52005
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Lucy Gannon (Soldier, Soldier, Bramwell, Trip Trap) has written Dad, the poignant story of Larry James (Richard Briers), a cheery and independent 86-year-old who has been caring single-handedly for his beloved wife Jeannie James (Jean Heywood) who has Alzheimer's disease. When Larry falls and breaks an ankle his life with Jeannie abruptly changes forever. Jeannie is moved into residential care and Larry goes to stay with his son Oliver (Kevin Whately), his daughter-in-law Sandy (Sinead Cusack) and their teenage daughter Millie (Hannah Daniel). But love and consideration wear thin as father and son have to learn to live together all over again.
Red DwarfRed Dwarf · 1988
Red Dwarf
★ 8.11988
SeriesComedySci-Fi & Fantasy
The adventures of the last human alive and his friends, stranded three million years into deep space on the mining ship Red Dwarf.
The Dreams of Bethany MellmothThe Dreams of Bethany Mellmoth · 2017
The Dreams of Bethany Mellmoth
★ 8.02017
MovieDrama
Based on William Boyd's short story collection, The Dreams of Bethany Mellmoth follows 22-year-old Bethany as she flits from one possible career to another looking for answers to life's most important questions.
The StrongerThe Stronger · 2007
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★ 8.02007
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Based on a dramatic monologue by August Strindberg, the short film follows a married woman as she confronts her husband's lover after bumping into her in a café on Christmas eve.
BlackadderBlackadder · 1983
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★ 8.01983
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Blackadder traces the deeply cynical and self-serving lineage of various Edmund Blackadders throughout British history, from the muck of the Middle Ages to the frontline of The Great War.
Far from the Madding CrowdFar from the Madding Crowd · 1998
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★ 8.01998
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This powerful adaptation of Thomas Hardy's classic novel spins a story of passion and destruction set in the nineteenth century. The proud, flighty and bewitching Bathsheba Everdene finds herself entangled into the passions of three men and her impulsive nature pushes her into a web of deceit and destruction.
Red Dwarf: Smeg UpsRed Dwarf: Smeg Ups · 1994
Red Dwarf: Smeg Ups
★ 7.71994
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Kryten presents a collection of bloopers from series 4 to 6 of Red Dwarf.
Frank Stubbs PromotesFrank Stubbs Promotes · 1993
Frank Stubbs Promotes
★ 7.51993
SeriesComedy
Frank Stubbs (Timothy Spall) is a down-at-heel ticket tout with grand ideas. He has an ambition to become a 'high class' promoter of famous and talented performers. In reality, his ambitions tend to outstrip his capabilities.
State of PlayState of Play · 2003
State of Play
★ 7.52003
SeriesMysteryDrama
The murder of Sonia Baker, a young political researcher, leads journalist Cal McCaffrey to uncover complex links between government and big business.
Vienna BloodVienna Blood · 2019
Vienna Blood
★ 7.42019
SeriesCrimeDrama
Max Liebermann, a student of Sigmund Freud, helps Detective Rheinhardt in the investigation of a series of disturbing murders around the grand cafes and opera houses of 1900s Vienna.
The Boat That RockedThe Boat That Rocked · 2009
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★ 7.22009
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When a group of rebellious deejays decides to defy the ban on government-censored music, they take to the seas to broadcast music and mayhem to millions of adoring fans.
The ChildrenThe Children · 2008
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An eight-year-old girl is found murdered on the patio of her home. Any one of the adults who care for her could have killed her, but which one?
Partners in CrimePartners in Crime · 2015
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★ 7.12015
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Set in a 1950s Britain rising from the ashes of the Blitz into the grip of a new Cold War, our beekeeping duo stumble into a world of murder, undercover agents and cold war conspiracy. Tuppence is a woman who sees adventure round every corner, throwing herself head first into every mystery with passion and fervour, determined to get to the truth no matter what it takes, much to the dismay of her more cautious husband Tommy.
The Escape ArtistThe Escape Artist · 2013
The Escape Artist
★ 7.12013
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A chilling and bloody legal thriller that explores the line between law and justice. Will Burton, a talented junior barrister of peerless intellect and winning charm, specialises in spiriting people out of tight legal corners. He is in high demand as he has never lost a case. But when his talents acquit the notorious prime suspect in an horrific murder trial, that brilliance comes back to bite him with unexpected and chilling results, not to mention a shocking twist.
RestlessRestless · 2012
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★ 7.12012
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A young woman finds out that her mother worked as a spy for the British Secret Service during World War II and has been on the run ever since.
The Girl in the CaféThe Girl in the Café · 2005
The Girl in the Café
★ 7.02005
MovieComedyDrama
Lawrence, an aging, lonely civil servant falls for Gina, an enigmatic young woman. When he takes her to the G8 Summit in Reykjavik, however, their bond is tested by Lawrence's professional obligations.

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