5 Most Brilliant British TV Series You Shouldn't Miss, Ranked by IMDb
Every true fan of quality television must see these stories.
British TV culture is more than just entertainment – it's a unique universe where subtle humor meets profound drama and historical accuracy coexists with daring experimentation.
Over the decades, Britain has gifted the world with true masterpieces that have redefined genres and won the hearts of critics and viewers worldwide.
5. 'A Young Doctor's Notebook', 2012-2013
IMDb Score: 7.7/10
Russia, 1917. Talented medical school graduate Vladimir Bomgard is assigned to work in a small, rural village.
The young doctor has a hard time adjusting: his lack of practical experience is exacerbated by the locals' ignorance. Vladimir, who is responsible and diligent, can't imagine how his life will unfold just seventeen years later.
4. 'Victoria', 2016-2019
IMDb Score: 8.2/10
Fans of The Crown are sure to love this beautiful historical drama with its luxurious gowns, court intrigue, and a young woman destined to become one of the greatest queens in history.
Great Britain, 1837. Eighteen-year-old Queen Victoria ascends to the throne. Young and inexperienced, she initially behaves like a rebellious teenager.
Gradually, she comes to understand how to govern the country. A few years later, Victoria marries Prince Albert, adding motherhood to her royal duties.
3. 'Broadchurch', 2013-2017
IMDb Score: 8.3/10
One morning, life in the quiet, provincial town of Broadchurch changed beyond recognition. The body of Danny, an ordinary eleven-year-old schoolboy who had disappeared the previous evening without a trace, is found on the shore.
While Danny's family struggles to cope, the police launch an investigation. The investigation is led by Alec, a grim detective who is new to the town. He is partnered with Ellie, a longtime Broadchurch resident who knows Danny's family well.
The investigation touches many of the town's residents – it turns out that almost everyone has secrets.
2. 'Black Books', 2000-2004
IMDb Score: 8.4/10
Bernard Black, a cynical man, owns Black Books, a bookstore. He's a lousy salesperson, though. He drinks and smokes on the job, throws customers out, and hates it when anyone tries to buy books from him.
Black has a clumsy yet responsible assistant named Manny, who is trying to improve the shop's dire situation.
Fran, Bernard's longtime friend, works in the store next door and dreams of finally settling down.
1. 'The Thick of It', 2005-2012
IMDb Score: 8.7/10
Malcolm Tucker, the talented yet insanely arrogant and constantly foul-mouthed press attaché to the British Prime Minister, terrorizes his colleagues. Everyone falls under Tucker's thumb, from ordinary journalists to the new Social Affairs Minister.
The show's protagonist is based on Alastair Campbell, a real-life journalist who held a similar position in Prime Minister Tony Blair's government.
