I recommend Blackadder (1983-1989) it is one of the best British TV shows in my opinion

'Peaky Blinders' best English drama series for decades...Based roughly on the true story...BRILLIANT 👍

Another couple of great shows are 'Whitechapel' and 'Line of Duty' both well written, well acted and worth looking at.

Downton Abbey is not just about the the aristocratic family, there is also a huge story line around the servants and their lives and problems. It starts with the run-up to WW1 and ends just before WW2. After the TV series ended the story was continued in films.

Merlin was my childhood 😂 it also contains a lot of humour and most of it was just merlin secretly protecting Prince Arthur his friend, they only fight the dragon once in the entire show, he's a pretty important character. Killing eve would definitely be on that list now.

Python’s was the show to watch and everyone of a certain age can quote a line from a Python’s sketch, e.g “this parrot has ceased to be, it has moved on and gone to meets its maker”. My step mother was the producer’s assistant on the show, so I have loads of bits and pieces from the production and a signed book by the Python’s cast.

Peaky Blinders is definitely worth watching - would recommend starting with subtitles, at least at first, until you get accustomed to the accents. It will also help you to pick up on place and character names.

"Killing Eve" started before this list was made, but would be on there now as it was huge in America. A spy thriller but with comedy/drama/horror elements, and launched the Hollywood career of Jodie Comer. It was created by Phoebe Waller-Bridge, who also wrote "Fleabag" - another huge US hit - and who's about to star in Indiana Jones 5.

Doctor Who is the longest running sci fi show of all time it’s been running since 1963! And pre dated Star Trek. Its my personal favourite show of all time lol

I highly recommend sherlock, it is an amazing crime drama. Also if you are interested in Doctor who, just know that it is an episodic show with different writers for each episode so it varies in quality from bad to amazing. For Doctor who I would recommend watching season 3 Episode 10 'blink', it doesn't require watching any other episodes and it is probably the best episode ever.

Peaky blinders was filmed at the Black Country living museum in the West Midlands, not far from the Castle, five minutes down the road from me. You often see people dressed in the same way walking about, plus a bit of steam punk, very cool!

Merlin is a great series, it's fantasy in the time of king arthur, good storyline, but it also has some funny moments, worth watching.

Doctor Who has so many levels to it. My favourite show.

I think you would love Happy Valley. It has all the things you love. Superb acting, a glimpse into British family life, a gripping story line, a heroine and handsome, but sadistic, villain AND gorgeous british landscapes and period architecture. One of the most popular and acclaimed tv programmes for YEARS.

Luther and Peaky Blinders are both excellent - I've researched my family history and discovered that my Great Grandfather originated from Birmingham. I didn't have a clue as he died a long time before I was born and my grandfather never spoke of his parents. My Great Grandfather was raised in the Jewelery Quarter and Small Heath area of Birmingham and moved down to Devon in 1901. The first series of Peaky Blinders is set in Small Heath in 1919, so it gave me a really good view on how the family lived up there.

Peaky Blinders & Sherlock are the best of British series and back in the day I loved Merlin. David Tennant era of Dr Who was the best and he’s back!

My favourites are Sherlock(it’s clever) and Doctor Who. Dr. who has been going since the early 60s the first clip you saw was an early one so not really relevant but then there was a long gap and those are much better especially with David Tennant The Doctor regenerates so a lot of actors get to play him. He’s talking to the face of Bo which is a futuristic episode.

Doctor Who with David Tennant are the best ones ever so you should check those out. Downton Abbey is good too. Enjoy 😃

Monty Python was a group of anarchic comedians including John Cleese. They made a couple of films e. g. Monty Python and The Holy Grail. Peaky Blinders is a gangster series. It's recently ended. I'm pretty sure you'd enjoy this.

I'm quite amazed that the list didn't contain shows such as crime drama Line of Duty, quiz The Chase which has become popular in the USA, crime drama Vera and god only knows how many more.

I really like the David Tennant and Matt Smith Doctor Who.

"Luther", for me, is a must-watch. Proper crime procedural with a charismatic antagonist, and a great protagonist character arc.

Dr Who is definitely worth checking out. I'm a massive fan so I'd say start from the beginning of the new Who. (The classic Who is also amazing but there are 871 episodes, would take you a while to catch up) Although if you just want to dip into it and watch a random episode, I highly recommend the one called 'Blink' 3rd series ep. 10. Widely recognised as one of the best written and works well as a stand alone episode, contains no spoilers, so you can go back to the beginning once your hooked.

The first three or even four seasons of Luther are great, and the best part is that the longest season is about 6-8 episodes, so it actually goes very fast. Also, it will give you some idea of how not present are weapons in European life (and consider that the presence of guns is amplified in TV shows).

Should certainly watch peaky blinders. One of my top series to watch!

Peaky Blinders is six series, it's set in between the wars, it's about a Birmingham based, gypsy, crime family and their gang.......well worth watching, brilliant series, I would advise watching with subtitles, as the accents can be quite difficult.

One great thing about British TV is that their seasons (or series as they call them) only run from about 4 - 10 episodes long. They do this so that actors can work in many different productions. As Americans, we can view some on regular TV (Doctor Who, Downton Abby, etc). However, there are an even wider range of British TV shows available via Acorn & Britbox streaming services. You can find tons of dramas, comedies, documentaries on both. Acorn: Line of Duty, Blood, London Kills. Documentaries: Murder Maps, Inside the Bank of England, Walking Tudor England, Britain's Bloodiest Dynasty, Tales of Irish Castles, and many more Britbox: Suspect, Vera, Shetland, Wallander, Line of Duty, and all of Agatha Christie adaptations. Documentaries: Murder Case, In the Footsteps of Killers, Catching the Game Show Killer, Lennon's Last Weekend, Britain's Secret Treasures, A History of Ancient Britain, plus many on the Royal Family. There is an Irish sitcom that you should watch. It is definitely hilarious. It is called Mrs. Brown's Boys. You can find the episodes & specials on Britbox. You can also find clips on KZfaq.

Peaky Blinders is a excellent series. Definitely recommend.

For comedy Motherland is hilarious. Also afterlife by Ricky Gervais is surprisingly touching while also being very funny.

As a Brit, the only one of these I’ve ever seen is ‘The Fall’. Well worth a watch.

Monty Python was created in 1969 by 6 British actors/comedians. Their names are, John Cleese, Graham Chapman, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones and Michael Palin. Show first aired on the BBC in 1969, and filmed 45 episodes over 4 series, and between 1971 to 1983 The Monty Python had made 5 movies.

Dr Who, yes! Plus it's spin off Torchwood. Monty python's flying Circus is a must. However, my current favourite is a Netflix series, The Last Kingdom, based on the books by Bernard Cornwell. Set in the time off King Alfred and the Danes, you have a sweeping historical series that blends fact with real and a few imagined characters. Fantastic battle scenes, King Alfred burning the cakes and just so much history. Bernard Cornwell is an excellent historical fiction, based on true events and people, author. Read his books.

I can't recomend Peaky Blinders enough, it is just brilliant. As a tv series it is over with, I beleive they are going to end it all with a Movie. Luther is also a must, The Fall realy hooks you in.

Peck Blinders was based on the true story of the founder of the betting shop William Hill. This was the first legalised company to offer betting not on a race track in the UK.

Could I recommend you watch Derry Girls, it’s an Irish drama set in the 1990’s. It’s brilliant 😂

Merlin was not just about dragons. It's of a young apprentice call Merlin who gets himself into all sorts of mischief. magic.wizardry. call it what you will. Just try Watching 1 or 2 episodes. I luv it. at times it will keep you on the edge of your seat. from UK 🇬🇧👍👍 an old cockney gal

Just found your channel by pure accident and am totally hooked. Ive been watching 5 or 6 every night..love it. Peaky Blinders you MUST watch this, Luther is good too. Also if you get the chance watch The last Kingdom, its based on historical events ....I actually learnt something from this, like you I was taught in school, but never paid attention. Keep up the videos 😊😊😊

O man Dr who. Started in 1963. First Dr was William Hartnell. Fantastic. from UK 🇬🇧👍👍 an old cockney gal

Love Peaky Blinders (I live in Brum). Yes it's done 6 seasons and has finished on TV, however it has it's own clothing range, I went to see Peaky Blinders: The Ballet, and there's also a film planned

Peaky Blinders is right up there with Band of Brothers for me. Masterpiece, well worth a watch

You should check out Blackadder it is a great comedy with Rowan Atkinson(played Mr Been) as the lead, and it is set in a different time period in British history. Seasons 2-3-4 are amazing and 1 is still vary good, they are only 6 episodes per season so I highly recommend.

Best comedy TV show of all time is.. Only fools and Horses

Peaky Blinders is fantastic mate, I was never into series stuff, more of a movie buff, but Peaky Blinders changed my mind.

The Fall is fantastic. Filmed in Ireland, didn't watch it at first because of the 50 Shades actor but so glad I did. Brilliant acting and storyline. Downton Abbey is good, but you'd have to give up your free time for the next year to catch up. Ha Ha. You wouldn't learn anything of the British Culture by watching any of these but you would be well entertained. Good luck, I like watching and hearing your comments, a trip over here would put you right!

Peaky Blinders lead Cillian Murphy (/ˈkɪliən/; born 25 May 1976) is an Irish actor. Originally the lead singer, guitarist, and lyricist of the rock band The Sons of Mr. Green Genes, he turned down a record deal in the late 1990s and began acting on stage and in short and independent films. Never seen it myself and never heard of #10. P B: The final series was broadcast in 2022.

Peaky Blinders is a brilliant series , there's also a documentary on the real peaky Blinders that's also brilliant viewing. 🙂

Peaky blinders started in 2013 till 2020, real class drama you will be hooked

The name of junk e-mail being called SPAM was due to a skit in Monty Pythons Flying Circus. Monty Python is not a person just part of the name of the show. The member where, Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones, and Michael Palin

I just wanted to say I'm a fan of yours simply because of how down to earth you are and your appreciation of our British ways. You are great to listen to and your videos are very engaging. Keep up the great work! Oh and yeah Peaky Blinders is a great show, I'm from Brum and it's fun to watch. There's another show that's good on Prime called London Kills, very down to earth detective show. Lots of twists and turns.

Inside No 9 is far better than Black Mirror It's an Anthology show written and performed by Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith ( both of League of Gentlemen and Psychoville) and they are absolutely brilliant

Part's of Peaky blinders was filmed in my home town, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire.

For me "Downton Abbey" is just a modern continuation of "Upstairs Downstairs" from the 70s

Peaky blinders is brilliant ! Very well written and brilliantly acted

What about the show "Father Ted" if you can find it? It is a comedy that ran from 1995 to 1998 written for Channel Four in the UK. Set in Ireland three priests try to work together and manage the parish on Craggy Island after the bishop banished them for their actions in the past.

my favorites were R K Jowling 'Strike' series 1, 2, 3, and 'Shetland' series 1-7. 'Farscape' an Australian Sci Fi

Downton Abbey is brilliant. When you're watching it, it's like you're sat in the room; really surreal. I don't know if that's abut how it's shot but defo a-must watch.

Most of the shows on this list are short seasons between 6-12 episodes each, so its not too much of a time sink. Peaky Blinder's is awesome. Monty Python is just comedic insanity. Dr Who has some really good story arcs. Hope you enjoy whichever ones you watch 😉

Monty Python and the Flying Circus is on Netflix here in America along with a few of their films. Highly recommend watching it.

If you give doctor who a go, it's worth bearing in mind that each actor that takes the role brings a different energy, so if you're not feeling one you can check out another. Like it's hard to watch the older series but Tom Baker is fun in the role.

Good video! Definite more recent shows for you to review and that I think you would like (based on what you said in this video), here are some good recommendations: Vigil - Recent conspiracy series involving a Royal Navy attack sub. Very stressful! Bodyguard - Thriller involving a returned veteran from Afghanistan who ends up being bodyguard for the UK Home Secretary Line of Duty - Several seasons following a team of Police Officers who investigate police corruption and conspiracies. Luther - Several seasons - Already covered in your vid! Enough enjoyment / content for review here to last you months! I really think you should try each of those!

If you start on Doctor Who, go to the beginning of the 'New-Who' era with the 2005 Episode ''Rose'.

One new show I quite like is "SAS Rogue Heroes" that is loosely based on the founding of the British SAS in WW2. Alfie Allen brother of singer Lilly Allen who you might know for playing Theon Greyjoy in Game of Thrones is in it.

Merlin is great, I watch it over and over again. There’s 4 seasons all available BBC iPlayer (a catch-up TV service) ❤❤

Merlin is based on a young Merlin as in King Arthur you may like it. As for doctor who the fact that it first aired in 1963 and is still running with a few breaks should tell you something about the show, this year will see the 16th doctor in the 13th season, there have also been 2 films and several books and comics, if you don't like the first one you watch don't give up, with so many different doctors you are bound to find one you like.

the name Monty python is the name of the group. They made 2 films that you probably heard of, Monty Python and the holy grail and Monty Python life of Brian (which was banned at the time of its release due to it basically mocking religion aha)

My brother was in the first three series, he was in the background of the opening shots that were shown.

There were two recent TV shows that I liked, the first is called 'Fearless' (a crime show) it has only one season so you wouldn't get bogged down into watching four or five seasons as you would with other TV shows. The leading actress Helen McCrory was great. She also played in Peaky Blinders so if you watch Peaky Blinders you will get to know her. Unfottunately, Helen McCrory has now passed away. Be careful, there is also a Netflix TV series called 'Fearless' which is completely different. The British 'Fearless' has Helen McCrory. The other recent show I liked also has only one season, it's called 'The Loch' (another crime show). It takes place in Loch Ness in Scotland. I liked it not only for the story and the characters but also for the scenery of Loch Ness. Another show which came out in the late 1960s (yet in some ways seems timeless and has a strong cult following) is 'The Prisoner' with the actor Patrick McGoohan (also only one season). It has a typical 'English' feel to it. It was filmed in Port Meirion and every year loyal fans go there to meet up for a celebration. If you like the look of the Port Meirion in this TV show you could always visit it on your journey around Britain. There was also an American copy of this show, although they changed many things, the American version was also called 'The Prisoner' and takes place in the desert, completely different. As for Doctor Who, I prefer the original Doctor Who shows (the first two doctors especially but the third and fourth were also good) but that's just my personal opinion. If you can, try to watch the very first episode of Doctor Who called 'The Unearthly Child'. It's in black and white and came out in (November)1963, but just this one episode would be a good starter for you. It's how it all begins. I hope you get to see these shows, but as you say, it can be time consuming, however, in my humble opinion, they are good shows.

You will not be disappointed by Peaky Blinders 👌🏼

Peaky Blinders is gritty and violent but that said you are fully invested in the central family who are the gangsters and it makes for compulsive viewing. Downton Abbey is equally brilliant in a completely different way following the lives of the aristocratic family above stairs and the servants below stairs. Monty Python's Flying Circus is the name of the show, very much of its time but an icon of British TV. Ground breaking at the time. Merlin is an adaptation of the British legend of King Arthur. Never heard of Catastrophe.

I love peaky blinders! And I rarely watch TV. Deffo worth watching it all. Once I started, I had to watch them all

Most big Irish TV shows are co productions with British, Father Ted, Derry Girls, Mrs Brown's Boys wouldn't have seen the light of day without backing from CH4 or BBC and also because of population being much bigger in the UK they become very big hits.

Love the plots in Downton Abbey. The film in the cinema in Madrid was packed a few years ago.

The Fall is def worth a watch, and needless to say I’ve been a Sherlock Holmes fan for years, Jeremy Brett being “it” for me and Benedict Cumberbatch being the second “it” - if not on par with Jeremy Brett

Most British shows are 6 episodes a season. Peaky definitely a mustwatch. Luther is excellent too. Merlin and Dr Who were aimed at a younger audience but got a bit 'older' as they went on

Monty Python's Life of Brian, Bigus Dickus sketch is one of the funniest things EVER!

Each voiced their own opinion on British tv… simply, we’re the best at being gritty, funny and convincing.

May I make a suggestion a very quintessentially British comedy drama where you can sit on your sofa with a beer ,glass of wine or a cuppa and melt into this blissfully relaxation and laugh and smile The Detectorists ❤🇬🇧😊😊😊

Downtown Abbey is addictive but revolves round Maggie Smith’s character, I think. Now she’s gone I don’t think another film would work.

Luther is excellent. It might have you checking under your bed ... if you've seen it, you'll know the episode ... Peaky Blinders : you may benefit from using the subtitles to begin with. It's based in the UK's West Midlands (where I'm from) and their accent might be a bit awkward if you're not familiar with. Mothy Python : is very abstract comedy

Peaky Blinders is in my top 3 shows of all time. 6 seasons of 6 episodes and a movie due to be filmed this year to finish it off so perfect time to catch up on it. It did take me 3 attempts to get into the show, I just wasn't in the right head space first 2 times for it then 3rd time I ended up binging it all. It is on netflix in America

The modern Who reboot is one of those shows where investment in the early, lower budget and sillier episodes is very much rewarded by the depth and ambition of the show once it finds its feet. Merlin - I doubt you'd enjoy. I liked it, but it's quite campy and of its time and didn't really get the chance to develop the kind of depth it hinted at

Judging from reviews on the American Amazon site, there are several other British series that have gone down very well with American viewers, whether it be through pay tv, streaming services or DVD box set purchases. For example: 'Vera' a brilliant police procedural set in the photogenic North East England, featuring Brenda Blethyn as the irascible, calculating and dischevelled Detective Chief Inspector Vera Stanhope, a nearly retired police officer, obsessive about her work and her team. Has a certain 'Columbo' feel. Based on the top notch detective stories written by Ann Cleeves. 'Doc Martin'. Starring Martin Clunes and an ensemble cast, a much loved, offbeat and quirky story of a brilliant London surgeon with Aspergers and a blood phobia, who decides to give up surgery, and try General Practise in a small seaside town in Cornwall that he knows from childhood visits. There have been half a dozen international copies of the format. Has a certain 'Northern Exposure' vibe.

Peaky blinders has finished now, the final series is over, but there will be a movie coming out maybe next year

David Tennant is coming back as the Doctor.

Just finished watching peaky blinders I loved it

Catastrophe is a brilliant comedy.Fleabag is a hilarious comedy as well.Still Game is great if you like Scottish comedy.

I love downton abbey. I don’t know why Line of Duty wasn’t on this list but I recommend that too.

Oooohw, The Face of Boe, a big face in a jar and yet so much more meaning behind this short clip. As always, the writers of Doctor Who manage to give simple things a deeper meaning, traveling through time and space, meeting people from history (Things my children learned and impressed their teachers in school because of this show) or stories from another world were we still can relate to. I hope you give Doctor Who a chance. It's the best family sci-fi show in the Whoniverse. As others stated, either watch blink to get the geste of the show (timetravel) or just dive in with 'Rose' and see beyond the low budget how much fun sci-fi can be. Alons-y.

Police/crime drama 'Line of Duty' is worth checking out. 'Peaky Blinders' was brilliant. 'Blackadder' is a good one too... same cast set in different time eras. Very funny.

I tried to watch the first few episodes of Peaky Blinders when it was first aired in late 2013 it did nothing for me at the time and didn't bother continuing with it, then back in 2020 I decided to give it another go, due to hype and word of mouth from friends and family. I got hooked on it now I believe it to be one of the best British TV shows out there. My favourite is Midsomer Murders, the old ones with John Nettles, its a "Who Done it - detective Drama" type show that is well written, intelligent, well acted and keeps you guessing till the last few minutes.

I love British mystery shows. The people all look more real, not like fashion models!! I amusing to hear a young person guess at shows he has never seen or heard of.

Sherlock is one of my favourite shows ever!m(minus the last season - that's crap = sorry) You should also check out Miss Marple (either with Margaret Rutherford or Joan Hickson) if you want to see a real old-school British film/series. A REALLY good current series is also Shetland! AMAZING!

The writer of Downton Abbey has written a show based in America

Gillian Anderson was fantastic in The Fall. Excellent telly.

I've been a fan of Doctor who since I was 8. Watched every episode! I'm now 26

I watched it all. It's fab. Must watch...its finished. You can get all the seasons

The Peaky Blinders is definitely worth a watch! Was obsessed from the start 😍👌

Monty Python is the name of the programme... they did a couple of films, The life of Brian for example. John Cleese was it in before Faulty Towers

Miss Marple with Joan Hixon. Fawlty Towers.

I don't watch many shows at all and wouldn't normally be drawn to something like Peaky Blinders but I started watching and it is actually really good. Definitely recommend.