John Thomson Movies

The story of how 22 year old writer Tony Warren conceived, wrote and fought for the record breaking UK TV series Coronation Street.

At a rural railway station in Victorian England, Jim is a spunky Jack Russell Terrier who escapes his mean master at the circus, and is soon...

Celebrating more of the comedy magic that made The Fast Show such a success in the 90s, taking a deeper dive into the archives to unearth stories...

A variety of sketches that have never been seen before. Featuring Road Rage Richard, the King and the Mid-Life Crisis Man.

A refreshed version of the 2010 documentary, this 2023 programme features new interviews from celebrity fans to link in with the 25th anniversary of...

A look at how the Fast Show developed into one of TV's most successful series, with contributions from the creators, writers, cast and some famous...

The craft, creative process and complicated lives of Stand-up Comedians.

One-off late '90s comedy special from a cast full of up and coming comic actors and comedians.

The Cobblers Arms have been the best and most feared Amateur Rugby League team for the past ten years. Ex-pro Arthur bets their boss that he could...

For the first time, Bentley invite cameras behind the scenes. This documentary meets the staff and the customers as it visits the factory, the...

A celebration of the much-loved holiday camp sitcom, featuring classic scenes and interviews with members of cast and crew including Su Pollard, Ruth...

A behind-the-scenes documentary on the making of "Dr. Terrible's House of Horrible" featuring Steve Coogan.

Caroline Aherne and Craig Cash discuss the creation of The Royle Family, with a look behind the scenes at the production of the show and interviews...

Fifty years after her legendary brush with the wolf, an adult Red Riding Hood and her granddaughter face a new lupine problem.

The Yo-yo knickered slags get the blues when randy romeo Baz marries their love rival Thelma. But it's during their disastrous honeymoon at the...

Featuring a whole host of Coronation Street stars past and present, this special explores the legacy of the world's longest-running soap opera.

Uncle Wormsley is a grey, decaying old man with cobweb-like hair and rotten fingernails. A lone figure who keeps himself to himself, Wormsley's only...

Set in 1974, an authentic and uplifting tale of two friends whose horizons are opened up by the discovery of black American soul music.

A look at the life of John Cooper Clarke. From his rise as a 'punk poet', through his heroin addiction, and finally to his comeback.

Bono estente! It's been over 25 years since quickfire sketch show classic The Fast Show first hit our screens, and what better way to celebrate its...