Simon Harries
Directing
Known For

History is a fascinating peek into how we ended up here, but much of it, frankly, isn’t very interesting. We take a fresh new look at history’s most intriguing facts - with the boring bits taken out.
History: The Interesting Bits

A series of sketches taken from the recently-unearthed Morecambe & Wise tape that contained footage which had not been seen for 50 years, and was believed to have been lost forever. The newly discovered half-hour show featured a series of gag-packed routines involving stage curtains, ventriloquism and a daring sketch in which Eric eavesdrops on a newly wedded couple in the flat next door. Now, contributors including Jonathan Ross, Ben Miller and Eddie Izzard look back at this rare slice of classic comedy once again.
Morecambe & Wise: The Lost Tapes

A portrait of the most unassuming of royal couples.
Edward & Sophie: The Reluctant Royals?

A special retrospective of Peter Davison's tenure as the Fifth Doctor.
Come in Number Five

The cast and crew of Frontios reflect on the making of this story.
Driven to Distractation

Grace Kelly's transition from successful actress to the wife of Prince Rainier III of Monaco was complex and challenging. Learn about the decisions she made and the sacrifices she endured for love and duty as she navigated the demands of royal life.
Princess Grace of Monaco: The Reluctant Royal

A profile of the Czech-born member of the British Royal Family, who married the Queen's first cousin Prince Michael of Kent in 1978 following a five-year courtship. Princess Michael became one of the Royal Family's most colourful members - in 1985 her father was revealed to have served in the SS for 11 years, embroiling the Windsors in lurid tabloid stories.
Princess Michael of Kent: A Controversial Royal

A look back at the somewhat troubled production of Nightmare of Eden with three of the behind-the-scenes crew who worked on it.
The Nightmare of TV Centre

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump fight each other for the election for 2024, no matter how dirty their fight is. Who will take over the White House after the election?
Trump vs. Harris: The Battle for America

Bringing together key Out of the Unknown actors, directors and production team members for the very first time in order to explore the legacy and impact of the legendary series.
Return of the Unknown

Andrew and Sarah, once upon a time a handsome, loving couple with the world at their feet. Now everything they get involved in is riddled with scandal. A look at what went wrong for the couple and where they both might end up.
Andrew & Fergie: Disgrace and Demotion
Documentary looking back at Elizabeth II's memorable Silver Jubilee, when large-scale parties and parades were held across the Commonwealth. The celebrations also included a UK tour by the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh, and a tour around the world.