CinemaOSSeries · 1987–1993 · 5 Seasons

The Best of British Cinema

80%(1)IMDbDocumentary

Sir John Mills narrates this entertaining compilation. "The Best of British Cinema" takes an insightful look back at some of the finest and most memorable feature films to be produced in major British studios over a period of five decades. All of the major stars are here, from Olivier to Leigh, from Sabu to Robert Donat, along with eminent directors. This series confirms the power, humor and drama of the great British films.

Created byLou Jones, Maurice Sellar, Ashley Sidaway, Robert Sidaway

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Status
Ended
Language
EN
First aired
April 22, 1987
Last aired
December 24, 1993
Seasons
5
Episodes
53

Season 1

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Featuring

Cast & crew

1 credited
Starring
John Mills

John Mills

Self - Narrator

Creative team
Created by
Lou Jones
Maurice Sellar
Written by
Lou Jones
Ashley Sidaway
Produced by
Maurice Sellar
Rosie Bunting

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