UK TV 2016 (returning series)
A list of existing British TV shows that are listed on IMDb as airing new episodes in 2016.
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- StarsAlan DaviesCaroline QuentinStuart MilliganJonathan Creek, a magician with a natural ability for solving puzzles, works from his home in a converted windmill. He uses his abilities to solve impossible crimes and mysterious murders.Returns with another special in late 2016.
- CreatorAsh AtallaPaul DoolanAnne-Marie O'ConnorStarsRita MayJason WatkinsFaye McKeeverSet in Valco, a fictional supermarket in Warrington in northwestern England, Trollied is a sitcom that puts a comic twist on one of our most familiar everyday surroundings.Sky sitcom set in a supermarket returns for a sixth series.
- StarsChris TarrantTamaGloria BeretervideTV Presenter Chris Tarrant travels around the world to ride some of the most extreme railways that wind their way through some of the harshest terrain on Earth.
- StarsBen FogleIan UsherVanessa AndersonA British urbanite follows in the footsteps of various individuals, who against all odds, have willingly forsaken the luxuries and lifestyle of the modern world, for a less-than-ordinary life in the wilderness.
- CreatorAnil GuptaRichard PintoAdil RayStarsAdil RayBhavna LimbachiaAbdullah AfzalComedy series set in Birmingham following the trials and tribulations of (self appointed) community leader Mr Khan and his family.The sitcom about a British Pakistani family living in Sparkhill, Birmingham returns for a fifth series.
Commenced 4th November 2016 - concluded on BBC1. - StarsAnna RichardsonSabrina GrantAndi OshoAnna Richardson and Andi Osho (and later Sabrina Grant) present a new consumer advice show exposing the hidden secrets of the big brands.The consumer advice show hosted by Andi Osho and Anna Richardson returns for a second series.
Commenced Monday, 31st October 2016 - concluded on Channel 4. - StarsKatherine ParkinsonGemma ChanLucy CarlessIn a parallel present where the latest must-have gadget for any busy family is a 'Synth'--a highly-developed robotic servant that's so similar to a real human--is transforming the way we live.Channel 4 remake of a Swedish SF series about a world in which synthetic humans have become commonplace. Returns for a second series.
Commences Sunday, 30th October 2016 on Channel 4.
*Special one-off (comedy?) special will form part of Channel 4's Stand Up To Cancer event on Friday, 21st October 2016.* - StarsDan JonesChristophe LombardiJay DeeHistorian Dan Jones explores the millennium of history behind six of Great Britain's most famous castles: Warwick, Dover, Caernarfon, the Tower of London, Carrickfergus, and Stirling.Historian Dan Jones returns with a second series exploring the turbulent history of 6 more famous castles in the UK.
Commenced Friday, 28th October 2016 on Channel 5. - StarsAlan DaviesStephen FrySandi ToksvigA comedy panel game in which being Quite Interesting is more important than being right. Sandi Toksvig is joined each week by four comedians to share anecdotes and trivia, and maybe answer some questions as well.The popular comedy panel show returns with new host Sandi Toksvig.
Commenced Friday, 21st October 2016 - concluded 17th February 2017 on BBC2. - StarsSarah AlexanderJo JoynerNicholas BurnsMarley has a rare gift, she can talk to the dead. However, this gift is a mixed blessing as the ghosts she can currently communicate with sadly include her husband Adam, her lover Michael and the local vicar.Sitcom about a woman haunted by the ghosts of her husband, her lover and the local vicar returns for a 6 episode 2nd series.
Commenced Wednesday, 19th October 2016 - concluded December 2016 on Gold. - StarsCat SimmonsJennifer NicholasCon O'NeillOn the shop floor and in the offices of a motor showroom, desperation can lead to drastic solutions.Workplace drama about ordinary people in extraordinary situations returns for a second series with a new cast, new location and new dilemmas.
Commenced Tuesday, 18th October 2016 - concluded on BBC1. - CreatorMathew BayntonSimon FarnabyMartha Howe-DouglasStarsMathew BayntonSimon FarnabyMartha Howe-DouglasIn a far away land hidden in her cupboard Debbie must fulfill her duties as the chosen one and save Yonder Land.Surreal comedy drama featuring a mixture of live action and puppets in a fantasy realm. Returns for a third series.
Commenced Sunday, 16th October 2016 -concluded 4th December 2016 on Sky1.
*Cancelled by Sky Television after Three Series* - StarsTchéky KaryoAnastasia HilleJames NesbittTony and Emily Hughes' vacation turns into a nightmare when their 5-year-old son Oliver disappears from a large celebrating crowd in Northern France.Taut, time-split, mystery thriller following the investigation into a missing persons case returns for a second series.
Commenced Wednesday, 12th October 2016 - concluded on BBC1. - StarsJames HarkinAndy MurrayAnna PtaszynskiFour young QI researchers - known by Stephen Fry's affectionate nickname as 'The QI Elves' - tell each other the most interesting things they've discovered in the news this week.The topical, satirical QI spin-off show makes a swift return for a second series.
Commenced Wednesday, 12th October 2016 - concluded 30th November 2016 on BBC2. - CreatorJessica KnappettStarsJessica KnappettLydia Rose BewleyLauren O'RourkeAfter graduating from university, twenty something year-olds Meg, her cousin Bunny and their friend Laura share a flat and face the ups and downs of love and life.The sitcom following the (mis)fortunes of three female friends returns for a fourth series.
Commenced Monday, 10th October 2016 - concluded 14th November 2016 on E4. - StarsIan HislopPaul MertonAngus DeaytonLong-running satirical news quiz featuring regular team captains Ian Hislop and Paul Merton. Originally chaired by Angus Deayton, the series has adopted "guest hosts" since 2002.Long running satirical news comedy panel show returns for a 51st and 52nd series.
Series 51 ~ Commenced 8th April 2016 - concluded 3rd June 2016 on BBC1.
Series 52 ~ Commenced 7th October 2016 - concludes 16th December 2016 on BBC1. - StarsFord KiernanGreg HemphillPaul RileyCult Scottish comedy about the lives of two OAP's Jack and Victor and their views on how it used to be in the old days and how bad it is now in the fictional area of Craiglang, Glasgow.The Scottish sitcom following a group of madcap pensioners returns for a 7th series - nine years after it last aired.
Commenced Friday, 7th October 2016 - concluded 11th November 2016 on BBC1. - StarsGreg DaviesAlex HorneKerry GodlimanFive comedians are set tasks challenging their creativity and wit. The tasks are supervised by Alex Horne but the Taskmaster, Greg Davies, always has the final word.Series two of the comedy game show in which comedians are set crazy tasks.
Series 2 ~ Commenced Tuesday, 21st June 2016 - concluded 19th July 2016 on Dave.
Series 3 ~ Commenced 4th October 2016 - concluded 1st November 2016 on Dave.
*Series 4 & 5 ordered* - StarsChristopher TimothyPeter WrightJulian NortonDocumentary series following the work of the staff of Skeldale Veterinary Centre in Thirsk, North Yorkshire - once the practice of James Herriot.Popular obs-doc series following the work of a veterinary practice in the picturesque Yorkshire Dales returns for a third series.
Commenced 4th October 2016 - concluded on Channel 5. - StarsKrishnan Guru-MurthyMarcel TherouxSeyi RhodesChannel 4's acclaimed current affairs documentary strand in which reporters travel around the world uncovering stories overlooked by the world's media.Award-winning documentary series highlighting stories from around the world which are overlooked by the mainstream media. Returns for a 31st and 32nd series in 2016.
Series 31 ~ Commenced 18th March 2016 - concluded on Channel 4.
Series 32 ~ Commenced 30th September 2016 - concluded on Channel 4. - StarsJonathan RossDavid WalliamsRob BeckettBritish talk show host Jonathon Ross talks with guests from around the globe.
- StarsMichael PortilloPaul RaffertyKenneth LettsMichael Portillo travels across the European continent with his handy Bradshaw guide book. Looking at history and trying 21st century things that changed since before The Great War...
- StarsChris PackhamBrian LadoonChris Packham examines some of the weirdest natural events on the planet. With the help of footage taken by eyewitnesses and news crews, he unravels the facts behind each story.
- CreatorAna de MoraesStarsBrian ProtheroeFred SirieixCiCi ColemanInitially an experiment in which real dates are filmed, and then viewers get the chance to apply to date the unsuccessful participants the following week. Later this aspect was removed and replaced with a cast of regular restaurant staff.
- StarsPenelope KeithDame Penelope Keith visits England's picturesque villages to see how they're holding up in the 21st century. For the most part, she finds them quirky, resilient, and, well, picturesque.