The Story of the Costume Drama

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A look at the power of the genre to create stars and draw outstanding performances from actors. Keely Hawes narrates.

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Latest Episodes

  • Season 1 Episode 5: A Call to Arms

    The final programme in the series examines how adventure, danger and war are dramatised in shows such as Sharpe, Hornblower and My Boy Jack. Sean Bean, David Haig, Alex Kingston and Oliver Tobias are among the stars who talk about the special demands of filming military action and violence

  • Season 1 Episode 4: Picture Perfect

    Production crew members talk about the attention to detail required to make past worlds look convincing. Visits to Castle Howard (Brideshead Revisited) and the Cornwall of Poldark reveal that locations, costumes and props for the big series must be historically accurate, making extra demands on make-up and hair stylists. Narrated by Keeley Hawes

  • Season 1 Episode 3: Affairs of the Heart

    A look at the most memorable small-screen romantic dramas, including Brideshead Revisited, The Jewel in the Crown and the BBC adaptation of Pride and Prejudice. The programme explores the genre's ability to stir emotions and captivate audiences of millions

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