A special live broadcast on both BBC and UTV, hosted by Eamonn Holmes, celebrating the best of Northern Ireland television over the past 60 years and marking the occasion of digital switchover.
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11 Aug 2023
On the 27th of December 1973, a nightmare began for an entire family. On that night, a German businessman called Thomas Niedermayer was kidnapped from his home in Belfast. He was never seen alive again by his friends or family. He became one of the "disappeared", and it seemed that no-one knew what had happened to him.
16 Jun 2022
With warmth, wit and honesty, Derry Girls' Jamie-Lee O'Donnell reflects on her childhood experiences and discovers what life's like for young people growing up in Derry today.
26 Apr 2021
For more than a half-century, Sesame Street has addressed and explained diversity, equity, and inclusion around the globe by using the universal tools of music, empathy and celebrity. Sesame Street: 50 Years of Sunny Days reflects upon the efforts that have earned the show respect and qualification around the globe. The special also chronicles the creation and introduction of a Black family of Sesame Street Muppets, Wes and Elijah Walker, a father-and-son duo who are at the heart of Sesame Workshop’s new racial justice initiative Coming Together.
15 Sep 2020
"What would the world be like without Beethoven?" That’s the provocative question posed by this music documentary from Deutsche Welle. To answer it, the film explores how Ludwig van Beethoven's innovations continue to have an impact far beyond the boundaries of classical music, 250 years after his birth.
01 Nov 2017
For this second special, the French trio only has a budget of 5000€ to find a car that can handle the wilderness of South Africa.
28 Feb 2018
Yet another special where our hosts will have to go through various ambushes as they travel through the Sahara Desert in three ridiculously small and misfit cars: a Mini, a Beetle and a Simca.
20 Nov 2018
Le Tone got lost in Peru when he was trying to find an ancient Inca temple, Philippe and Bruce must find him. Aboard a car, of course.
20 Feb 2020
As a tribute to John McAdam, the team will drive across 700km in the Highlands with a BMW M3 E46, a Honda S2000 and a Jaguar XKR. They will play golf, spend the night in a haunted castle and look for Nessie! Could it be any cliché-er?
30 Sep 2017
Ireland's victory over Italy at the World Cup in New Jersey in 1994, remains a source of Irish pride. But it is haunted by memories of a massacre: terrorists opened fire and killed six innocents while they watched the match in a small village pub in Northern Ireland. Remarkably, no one was ever charged for the crime. For more than twenty years the victims' families have searched for answers. Now, at last, they may have found them. But what they learn turns a murder mystery into bigger inquiry relevant for us all: what happens when governments cover up the truth?
22 May 2021
Grammy-winning artist Sam Smith gives an intimate, soulful and chilling performance at the iconic Abbey Road Studios. This experience features songs from their third album and more.
22 Apr 2012
A special celebrating FOX's 25 years on the air. Highlights from iconic series and tributes to memorable moments, as well as celebrities honoring the network include.
30 Jun 2019
Jerrod Carmichael explores aspects of the black experience through interviews with his family in this HBO Special.
03 Sep 2007
The electrifying FutureSex/LoveShow finds Justin Timberlake stunning a sold-out crowd at New York's Madison Square Garden. Fans seeking pulse-pounding versions of "My Love," "Rock Your Body," "Cry Me a River" and "SexyBack" will not be disappointed.
01 Jan 1966
Commemoration of the 1916 Easter Rising in Ireland, commissioned for its 50th anniversary.
23 Apr 2020
Comic Relief and Children in Need join forces to deliver a very special night of television, hosted by Lenny Henry and Matt Baker.
26 Aug 2020
Ellie Goulding performs at the V&A Museum in London, England, UK for her streaming concert. The Brightest Blue Experience, will find Goulding delving deep into her new album and performing many of the songs for the very first time, in addition to a selection of fan favorites from her catalog. Ellie will be accompanied by “a special ensemble of live musicians and very special guests". In addition to becoming Goulding’s third No.1 record in the UK, Brightest Blue also captured the hearts of critics.
21 Dec 2023
CBS presents DICK VAN DYKE 98 YEARS OF MAGIC, an unforgettable special celebrating the legendary career of the iconic entertainer for his 98th birthday.
14 Dec 2023
Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the entertainment company with interviews, rare footage and photos, and never-before-heard stories from those who built the Disney legend; a look inside Disney's newest attraction.
18 Dec 2023
A look at the life of chef, restaurateur and cookbook author Lidia Bastianich both on and off the screen as she celebrates 25 years on public television.
04 Aug 2013
Zoe Ball hosts a live celebration in which the next actor to land Doctor Who's lead role is revealed, in the company of former cast members and celebrity fans.