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1. The Bill (1984–2010)
Episode: Climate (1989)

TV-14 | 23 min | Crime, Drama

Rated on 05 May 2024

Roach is investigating young girls being attacked, and enlists Judy to help him go over loose ends from six months earlier. With a witness who voluntarily came forward without being asked, was there more to his involvement than believed?

Director: Brian Parker | Stars: Eric Richard, Tony Scannell, Kevin Lloyd, Trudie Goodwin

Votes: 45

2. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Halifax: Diana (2010)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 05 May 2024

Steve began the week as a positive presence but has got more and more critical. This reaches its peak - or nadir - on Diana's night, where his increasingly overdramatic and rude reactions to her spicy food bring her to tears.

Director: Rupert Verrinder | Stars: Dave Lamb, Caroline Blackburn, Edward Olive, Steve Roberts

3. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Halifax: Ed (2010)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 05 May 2024

Ed has been such a positive presence in the group that his night, complete with firework display, goes extremely well. Yet someone not realising the benefit of a good impression is Steve, who takes a "first impressions" game too far.

Director: Ceri Jones | Stars: Dave Lamb, Caroline Blackburn, Edward Olive, Steve Roberts

4. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Halifax: Caroline (2010)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 05 May 2024

Caroline is second to host, and with her party game and booming laugh, there's fun to be had. But a failed dessert shows signs that some of the others are becoming competitive, with Steve critical and Leilani promising no "sympathy vote".

Director: Rupert Verrinder | Stars: Dave Lamb, Caroline Blackburn, Edward Olive, Steve Roberts

5. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Halifax, Leilani Ting (2010)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 05 May 2024

Leilani is the first host in a week in Halifax, and her food is appreciated by her guests. Less readily received is the wait between each course, and with Leilani absent for long stretches, it's up to joker Ed to keep the laughter going.

Stars: Dave Lamb, Caroline Blackburn, Edward Oliver, Steve Roberts

6. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Manchester, Nick (2022)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 03 May 2024

The week in Manchester ends with Nick's Churchill-themed menu, complete with history lessons. Yet there's an ultimately downbeat air when it's revealed Nick took his life five months before broadcast, and the episode ends with a tribute.

Director: Simon Grant | Stars: Dave Lamb, Angela, James Barrington, Nicholas Blything

7. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Newcastle: All In One (2008)

TV-G | 48 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 03 May 2024

Four nights in Newcastle are shown in one special compilation. Including a picky guest and a James Bond-themed party, the week was later shown as four separate episodes in January 2009.

Stars: Dave Lamb, Lee Eley, Rebecca Hambley, Brenda Mallam

8. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Cheshire, Jan Burrows (2007)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 03 May 2024

Fourth host Jan has an ambitious menu, and rushes through preparation, not even measuring properly. While her decision to invite her guests to eat in a hot tub brings them together, even reluctant Nicola, her food ultimately lets her down.

Director: Maia Liddell | Stars: Dave Lamb, Jan Burrows, Edward Davies, Nicola Noblet

9. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Nottingham, Karen Cullen (2005)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 03 May 2024

Entrepreneur Karen Cullen starts a week in Nottingham, yet having just returned from holiday, she hasn't given herself much chance to get prepared. When her own assessment of her cooking is "absolute crap", what will her guests think?

Director: Adele Warren | Stars: Dave Lamb, Jenny Cross, Karen Cullen, Rebecca Cullen

10. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Glasgow, Aileen Dunn (2005)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 03 May 2024

72-year-old Aileen likes to face fresh challenges, and thinks hosting an evening will be an ideal experience. With her flat containing such attractions as a lift that enters her home, her guests enjoy Aileen's food and and her company.

Director: Rebecca Welsh | Stars: Dave Lamb, Aileen Dunn, Sharon Eaton, Ishrat Gazala

11. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Blackpool, Andrea Maddox (2009)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 02 May 2024

Andrea is the second host of the week, and prepares an old school Geordie menu, including "Singing Hinnies". But her food doesn't go down as well as hoped, her guests need to help her flambé, and Liam is still feeling bitter towards Cass.

Director: Robin Trump | Stars: Dave Lamb, Liam Bird, Simon Green, Andrea Maddox

12. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Blackpool: All In One (2009)

TV-G | 47 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 02 May 2024

Four nights in Blackpool are included in a single edition, and include a contestant who bears a three-day grudge over a chilli sauce bottle. The week was later shown as four separate episodes in December the same year.

Stars: Dave Lamb, Liam Bird, Simon Green, Andrea Maddox

13. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Blackpool, Liam Bird (2009)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 02 May 2024

Freemason Liam welcomes drag act Simon and restaurant manager Andrea to his home for the first evening in Blackpool. Conversation is stilted, but the guest Liam likes least is Cass, who brings her own bottle of chilli sauce to his meal.

Director: Robin Trump | Stars: Dave Lamb, Liam Bird, Simon Green, Andrea Maddox

14. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Dundee, Jimmy Fox (2009)

TV-G | 22 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 02 May 2024

Jimmy uses his creativity and imagination for his menu, including a main course in the shape of bagpipes. Yet while Jimmy's warm company is much appreciated by his guests, his cooking is less savoured.

Stars: Dave Lamb, Laura Cunningham, Jimmy Fox, Francis Glancy

Votes: 27

15. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Bolton, Sarah Rothwell (2010)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 01 May 2024

Sarah has recovered from the previous day's illness in time for her turn to host. There's a fond atmosphere, but with rock hard rolls, a two hour wait for the main, and Kate having to help with cooking, Sarah knows she's blown her chances.

Director: Rupert Verrinder | Stars: Dave Lamb, Paul Davies, Mark Hogg, Yvonne Hurst

16. Baby Reindeer (2024)

TV-MA | 30 min | Biography, Comedy, Drama

Rated on 01 May 2024

The story follows writer and performer Richard Gadd's warped relationship with a female stalker and the impact it has on him as he is ultimately forced to face a deep, dark buried trauma.

Stars: Richard Gadd, Jessica Gunning, Nava Mau, Michael Wildman

Votes: 61,617

17. Baby Reindeer (2024)
Episode: Episode 7 (2024)

TV-MA | 30 min | Biography, Comedy, Drama

Rated on 01 May 2024

For the first time in his career, Donny feels like he's getting somewhere. Until he makes one careless decision that allows Martha to explode back into his life.

Director: Josephine Bornebusch | Stars: Richard Gadd, Jessica Gunning, Nava Mau, Tom Goodman-Hill

Votes: 1,383

18. Baby Reindeer (2024)
Episode: Episode 6 (2024)

TV-MA | 34 min | Biography, Comedy, Drama

Rated on 01 May 2024

Martha finds new ways to get to Donny: by hurting the people he loves. With frustration building as the police fail to intervene, he riskily takes matters into his own hands.

Director: Josephine Bornebusch | Stars: Richard Gadd, Jessica Gunning, Nava Mau, Michael Wildman

Votes: 1,534

19. Baby Reindeer (2024)
Episode: Episode 5 (2024)

TV-MA | 28 min | Biography, Comedy, Drama

Rated on 01 May 2024

Liz learns the truth about Martha and asks Donny to move out of the house. It is looking like a fresh start for him and Teri, but his persistent memories are stopping them from getting truly close.

Director: Josephine Bornebusch | Stars: Richard Gadd, Jessica Gunning, Nava Mau, Nina Sosanya

Votes: 1,358

20. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Bolton, Yvonne Hurst (2010)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 01 May 2024

Five nights in Bolton begin with meticulous host Yvonne, who maps out her entire evening in a notepad, complete with an illustrated guide. While her OCD tendencies are the result of teasing, drunken laughter pervades the night.

Director: Edward Anderson | Stars: Dave Lamb, Paul Davies, Mark Hogg, Yvonne Hurst

21. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Blackburn, Steve Burns (2010)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 01 May 2024

Wine buff Steve failed to attract interest on the first night with his connoisseur talk, and his own evening continues in the same vein. Not only does his conversation bore, his refusal to serve more drink leaves his guests disappointed.

Director: Anjani Patel | Stars: Dave Lamb, Kelly Barlow, Michelle Brandon, Steve Burns

22. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Blackburn, Kelly Barlow (2010)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 01 May 2024

Originally shown as an All In One special during December 2008, this week in Blackburn begins with part-time caterer Kelly as first host. Yet her photograph of her caesarean birth and gifts of personalised t-shirts draw mixed reactions.

Director: Anjani Patel | Stars: Dave Lamb, Kelly Barlow, Michelle Brandon, Steve Burns

23. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Doncaster, Rosslyn Thompson (2005)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 01 May 2024

Former company director "Ross" invites the guests to her 400 year old farmhouse on her five acre estate. But her plans for a great evening become undermined by her own nervousness, the pressure causing her to argue with her guests.

Director: Catherine Gildea | Stars: Dave Lamb, Danny Churchill, Steve Clift, Neena Rainey

24. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Doncaster, Danny Churchill (2005)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 30 Apr 2024

Leg-pulling tailor Danny is the fourth host, and after three bad atmospheres in a row, he realises he needs to introduce some harmony to the group. While his Italian menu is appreciated, even more savoured is a night without arguments.

Director: Guy Templeton | Stars: Dave Lamb, Danny Churchill, Steve Clift, Neena Rainey

25. Baby Reindeer (2024)
Episode: Episode 4 (2024)

TV-MA | 44 min | Biography, Comedy, Drama

Rated on 29 Apr 2024

As Donny reports Martha to the police, it triggers the memory of a traumatic experience he had with a man, Darrien, who he met at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival years before.

Director: Weronika Tofilska | Stars: Richard Gadd, Jessica Gunning, Nava Mau, Tom Goodman-Hill

Votes: 2,049

26. Baby Reindeer (2024)
Episode: Episode 3 (2024)

TV-MA | 38 min | Biography, Comedy, Drama

Rated on 29 Apr 2024

Donny takes some time off from the pub and tries to make amends with Teri. But no matter how much he avoids Martha, he just can't escape from her for long.

Director: Weronika Tofilska | Stars: Richard Gadd, Jessica Gunning, Nava Mau, Nina Sosanya

Votes: 1,626

27. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Doncaster, Steve Clift (2005)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 29 Apr 2024

After two prickly evenings, there's hope for the third, as host Steve is the only contestant yet to clash with anyone else. But even laid back Steve isn't safe from suspicions and hostility, as he's accused of not cooking his own food.

Director: Catherine Gildea | Stars: Dave Lamb, Danny Churchill, Steve Clift, Neena Rainey

28. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Darlington, Ricky Ashcroft (2014)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 29 Apr 2024

Ricky appears to have fun building on his bromance with Mark, while his food is a big hit with his guests. Yet nine years later he would reveal himself to be another disillusioned contestant, describing the experience as "terrible".

Director: Huw Slipper | Stars: Dave Lamb, Ricky Ashcroft, Neil Hocking, Audra Hunt

29. The Bill (1984–2010)
Episode: Free Wheel (1989)

TV-14 | 24 min | Crime, Drama

Rated on 28 Apr 2024

CID are keeping an eye on a man who is suspected of the illegal shipment of arms to Third World countries. P.C. Smith deals with a couple who have had their vehicle stolen.

Director: Alan Wareing | Stars: Eric Richard, Tony Scannell, Andrew Mackintosh, Kevin Lloyd

Votes: 21

30. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Darlington, Yvonne Scales (2014)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 28 Apr 2024

Third host Yvonne gets chance to reveal a little more about herself to the rest of the group. As this includes her past as a glamour model and pole dancer, plus the revelation that she's a psychic who can see the dead, reactions are mixed.

Director: Huw Slipper | Stars: Dave Lamb, Ricky Ashcroft, Audra Hunt, Mark Middlemiss

31. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Darlington, Mark Middlemiss (2014)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 28 Apr 2024

Farmer Mark prepares his own beef for his menu, and produces a fun evening, including music from his country and western band. Yet behind the scenes, one guest was finding the method of filming difficult, and was considering walking out.

Directors: Emile Nawagamuwa, Huw Slipper | Stars: Dave Lamb, Ricky Ashcroft, Audra Hunt, Mark Middlemiss

32. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Darlington, Sam Stokell (2014)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 28 Apr 2024

Five nights in Darlington begin with Sam's enormous sea food and a chocolate pudding that doesn't quite work out. While her food doesn't particularly win over her four guests, her warm company and laughter make for a relaxed evening.

Director: Sam Gunasekera | Stars: Dave Lamb, Ricky Ashcroft, Audra Hunt, Mark Middlemiss

33. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Doncaster, Katherine Taylor (2005)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 28 Apr 2024

The first night in Doncaster didn't produce blossoming friendships as much as it produced irritations and potential enemies. The ill feeling continues on the second night, particularly when Kathryn admits to using help to prepare the food.

Director: Guy Templeton | Stars: Dave Lamb, Danny Churchill, Steve Clift, John

34. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Doncaster, Neena Rainey (2005)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 27 Apr 2024

The first night in Doncaster is hosted by Neena, a no-nonsense child minder. But her guests don't seem to realise she's biting her tongue when questioning everything from her class, her taste in art, and even whether she was born male.

Director: Rory Dalziel | Stars: Dave Lamb, Danny Churchill, Steve Clift, Neena Rainey

35. Baby Reindeer (2024)
Episode: Episode 2 (2024)

TV-MA | 27 min | Biography, Comedy, Drama

Rated on 27 Apr 2024

On a date with Teri, Donny opens up about his stalker. Trying to be kind, he gives Martha false hope, which only encourages her further.

Director: Weronika Tofilska | Stars: Richard Gadd, Jessica Gunning, Nava Mau, Michael Wildman

Votes: 1,676

36. Baby Reindeer (2024)
Episode: Episode 1 (2024)

TV-MA | 32 min | Biography, Comedy, Drama

Rated on 27 Apr 2024

Richard Gadd plays Donny, a failing London comedian who gets entangled with a relentless stalker named Martha.

Director: Weronika Tofilska | Stars: Richard Gadd, Jessica Gunning, Nina Sosanya, Michael Wildman

Votes: 1,854

37. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Brighton, Margaret O'Loughlin (2005)

TV-G | 22 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 27 Apr 2024

For the first time Come Dine With Me holds a single gender competition, as five females compete for £1000 in Brighton. Margaret is the first to host, and brings back her love of the Caribbean in her menu, along with an ice breaker game.

Director: Taipha Howe | Stars: Dave Lamb, Nathalie Clarke, Julia John, Margaret O'Loughlin

38. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Cambridgeshire: All In One (2016)

TV-G | 46 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 25 Apr 2024

Four people from different backgrounds and little in common go through various stages of getting to know each another in Cambridgeshire. From distrust to acceptance to outright contempt, it ends with one of the show's most awkward nights.

Director: Emma Slifkin | Stars: Dave Lamb, Julia Bolden, Sam Craven, Lisa Egan

39. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: North West, Julia (2021)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 24 Apr 2024

The Come Dine With Me rulebook is torn up in the North West of England, where not four, five but SIX contestants take part in a single week. Leading the larger group in a socially-distanced house in Cheshire is recruitment manager Julia.

Director: Luke Rufo | Stars: Dave Lamb, Peter Sinseeya

40. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Celebrity Special, Mica Paris (2005)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 24 Apr 2024

"I think with the whole thing of this is that we're all - we're like five penguins craving fish, fish being attention." David Quantick sums up a rowdy night as host Mica Paris serves traditional Jamaican food to her noisy guests.

Directors: Jon Lloyd, Lisa Cook, Josh Elliott | Stars: Dave Lamb, Ben De Lisi, Gabriel, Ulrika Jonsson

41. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Liverpool, Dan Redfern (2006)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 23 Apr 2024

Fishmonger Dan lives in an apartment at his parents' large stately home. In order to try to win the competition he not only spends £200 on alcohol, but cooks food in three separate kitchens, running from one to another to prepare the meal.

Director: Anna Edwinson | Stars: Dave Lamb, Ian Cook, Nikki O'Leary, Dan Redfern

42. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Celebrity Special, Jonathan Ansell (2009)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 22 Apr 2024

Jonathan Ansell, former member of G4, hosts the first of four nights with celebrities competing for charity. Originally the very first prime time instalment of the series, this edition was shown as part of an "All In One" in April 2008.

Director: Lee Servis | Stars: Dave Lamb, Jonathan Ansell, Tamara Beckwith, Lynsey de Paul

43. Lights in the Dusk (2006)

Not Rated | 1 hr 18 min | Crime, Drama

Rated on 21 Apr 2024

In Helsinki, a lonely night watchman is caught up in a series of misadventures with a femme fatale and a crooked businessman.

Director: Aki Kaurismäki | Stars: Janne Hyytiäinen, Maria Järvenhelmi, Maria Heiskanen, Ilkka Koivula

Votes: 7,881

44. Bottom: Exposed (2024 TV Special)

1 hr 30 min | Documentary

Rated on 21 Apr 2024

Adrian Edmondson gives a first-hand account of making the hit show, Bottom, with the late, great Rik Mayall, alongside contributions from a host of the show's cast, crew and famous fans.

Director: Paul Young | Stars: Adrian Edmondson, Rik Mayall, Paul Bradley, Alexei Sayle

Votes: 51

45. 12th Fail (2023)

2 hr 27 min | Biography, Drama

Rated on 21 Apr 2024

The real-life story of IPS Officer Manoj Kumar Sharma and IRS Officer Shraddha Joshi.

Director: Vidhu Vinod Chopra | Stars: Vikrant Massey, Medha Shankr, Anant Joshi, Anshuman Pushkar

Votes: 112,294

46. Sumotherhood (2023)

1 hr 37 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama

Rated on 20 Apr 2024

This British crime comedy sees two hapless friends run into trouble after an attempted bank robbery goes wrong.

Director: Adam Deacon | Stars: Adam Deacon, Jennifer Saunders, Jazzie Zonzolo, Richie Campbell

Votes: 1,019

47. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: North Wales, Laura (2024)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 20 Apr 2024

Former jockey Laura finishes off the week with a "day at the races" theme. There's also expressions of love on the table, and the reveal of the week's winner.

Director: Christopher Smithson | Star: Dave Lamb

48. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: North Wales, Piers (2024)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 20 Apr 2024

The fourth night sees guards dropped even further, with host Piers brought to tears by praise of his painting, and Joey telling an unexpected tale of needing to relieve herself in a hotel corridor.

Director: Tim Thomson | Star: Dave Lamb

49. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: North Wales, Joey (2024)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 20 Apr 2024

Joey organises a night with a beauty pageant theme, including a catwalk competition. But there are fears around the table that the "banter" is going too far, with even Laura joining in, and Jake copping some abuse over a long anecdote.

Director: Tim Thomson | Star: Dave Lamb

50. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: North Wales, Jake (2024)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 20 Apr 2024

There's mixed feelings towards Jake's night as host, including leek-based food and a band that leaves everyone sadly unsatisfied. There's also a sign of tensions between Saffron and Joey, with small sparks among the banter.

Director: Christopher Smithson | Stars: Dave Lamb, Two Sick Steves

51. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: North Wales, Saffron (2024)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 20 Apr 2024

"If I were sat next to myself at a table - I'd move." Saffron begins a week in North Wales with a Vegas-themed evening - including hot chip roulette and an oven-cooked sorbet.

Director: Philip Krstic | Star: Dave Lamb

52. Barbie (I) (2023)

PG-13 | 1 hr 54 min | Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy

Rated on 20 Apr 2024

Barbie and Ken are having the time of their lives in the colorful and seemingly perfect world of Barbie Land. However, when they get a chance to go to the real world, they soon discover the joys and perils of living among humans.

Director: Greta Gerwig | Stars: Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling, Issa Rae, Kate McKinnon

Votes: 537,767

53. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Luton, Noorani Williamson (2010)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 19 Apr 2024

The final night in Luton repeats a moment that received multiple complaints when originally aired in a compilation edition during May 2009. There's also a reconciliation, of sorts, between Noorani and her much-criticised fellow diners.

Director: Jamie Batten | Stars: Dave Lamb, Alison Balfour-Lynn, Luigi Massala, Martin Palmer

54. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Cardiff, Jane Lloyd (2008)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 18 Apr 2024

The final night in a week of simmering tensions sees troublesome Annette repeatedly leave the table and eat her dessert alone. Four years later it would make the top ten moments in the "Come Dine with Me Top 30" special.

Director: Rory Dalziel | Stars: Dave Lamb, Charlie Balch, Jim Blythe, Suzanne Green

55. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Cardiff, Charlie Balch (2008)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 18 Apr 2024

Postman Charlie hosts the fourth night in Cardiff, and introduces the group to his love of organic food. Although Annette arrives in a bad mood and there's initially an atmosphere, for once an evening manages to go smoothly.

Director: Lisa Cook | Stars: Dave Lamb, Charlie Balch, Jim Blythe, Suzanne Green

56. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Cardiff, Jim Blythe (2008)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 18 Apr 2024

Former seaman Jim introduces the group to some exotic foodstuff, including an ingredient that can be poisonous if not correctly cooked. However, a relaxed evening is once again disrupted by Annette, this time arguing with Jane.

Director: Rory Dalziel | Stars: Dave Lamb, Charlie Balch, Jim Blythe, Suzanne Green

57. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Cardiff, Annette Howard (2008)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 18 Apr 2024

The first night in Cardiff saw everyone get along - except with outspoken "psychic" Annette. Unfortunately, Annette is the host of the second night, and her food arrives two hours late. Will her gift of crystals improve her chances?

Director: Lisa Cook | Stars: Dave Lamb, Charlie Balch, Jim Blythe, Suzanne Green

58. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Cardiff, Suzanne Green (2007)

TV-G | 22 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 16 Apr 2024

Five days in and around the Cardiff area begin with Suzanne from Caerphilly, a no-nonsense businesswoman who sleeps with a baseball bat next to her bed. She offers her guests food they may not have tried before - including lamb testicles.

Director: Tom Whitrow | Stars: Dave Lamb, Charlie Balch, Jim Blythe, Suzanne Green

59. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Bristol, Ronnie Masters (2007)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 15 Apr 2024

Ronnie has a pleasant evening, despite needing to call a chef for tips and facing many criticisms from Rachel. Yet her decision to keep the alcohol flowing sees all her guests leave drunk, and Chyna comatose on the sofa.

Director: Jon Lloyd | Stars: Dave Lamb, Clive Bromhall, Rachel Hodgson, Ronnie Masters

60. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Bristol, Rachel Hodgson (2007)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 14 Apr 2024

Second host Rachel uses her half-Spanish ancestry to inspire her menu, including 10 tapas dishes. Despite a smoke alarm going off the atmosphere is more relaxed on the second day, but Chyna confesses the rest of the group are boring her.

Director: Lisa Cook | Stars: Dave Lamb, Clive Bromhall, Rachel Hodgson, Ronnie Masters

61. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Bristol, Nick Needs (2007)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 14 Apr 2024

Nick hosts the first of five nights in Bristol, with food so elaborate and richly prepared he has to spend hours cooking it. His guests love his food, but do they love an absent host and waiting until after 11pm for dessert?

Director: Josh Elliott | Stars: Dave Lamb, Clive Bromhall, Rachel Hodgson, Ronnie Masters

62. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Royal Wedding Special (2011)

TV-G | 48 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 14 Apr 2024

The series celebrates the wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton with a shake up to the usual format. Rather than home dining, contestants Samantha, Claudie, Vincent and Johnnie organise street parties - and the prize money is £3000.

Directors: Amy Fallon, Nik Warner, Emma Ford, Tom Thompson | Stars: Dave Lamb, Claudie Howard, Johnnie Hunter, The Jive Aces

63. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Jubilee Special (2012)

TV-G | 47 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 13 Apr 2024

Come Dine With Me celebrates the Queen's diamond jubilee with a celebrity special. Kerry Katona and EastEnders actress Cheryl Fergison compete with Keith Harris, Orville, and the namedropping of Lionel Blair in order to win for charity.

Director: Sam Ornbo | Stars: Dave Lamb, Lionel Blair, Cheryl Fergison, Keith Harris

64. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Edinburgh, Eloho (2020)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 11 Apr 2024

Come Dine With Me enters a new phase, as from this point onwards all non-celebrity editions stop giving the full names of contestants. Day one in Edinburgh has just "Eloho" hosting four similarly singularly-named guests.

Stars: Dave Lamb, Eloho Efemuai

65. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Essex, Jane Phillips Martin (2005)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 10 Apr 2024

Five nights in Essex appear to get off to a bad start as first host Jane forgets some of her ingredients and cuts her finger preparing the food. Yet the outspoken host doesn't let it phase her, and welcomes her guests to a relaxed evening.

Director: Rory Dalziel | Stars: Dave Lamb, Keeley Lawrence, Jane Phillips Martin, Kevin Reynolds

66. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Come Dine With Me at Christmas (2006)

TV-G | 49 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 10 Apr 2024

Four evenings in York see Rosie, Wayne, Peter and Maria prepare festive meals for one another. With a friendly atmosphere throughout, the only stress comes when Maria realises she's an egg short and sends her husband on a mission.

Director: Paul Woods | Stars: Dave Lamb, Wayne Coyle, Alistair Greenhough, Maria Greenhough

Votes: 12

67. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Cardiff, Jerry Lockett (2013)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 09 Apr 2024

Second night host Jerry has to work out of his cousin's house after a flood at his own home. Undeterred, incurable name-dropper Jerry has a surprise guest for his evening - Shirley Bassey. Except it's not actually Shirley Bassey.

Stars: Dave Lamb, Sam Clarke, Andrea Grainger, Jerry Lockett

68. Crocus (1971)

9 min | Short, Animation

Rated on 08 Apr 2024

A woman enjoys an erotic interlude with her very well endowed lover, while various amusing objects are tossed out a window above them.

Director: Suzan Pitt

Votes: 297

69. Yuki's Sun (1972)

5 min | Animation, Short, Drama

Rated on 08 Apr 2024

The Story centers around a child name Yuki, a 10-year old orphan who's being adopted by a family.

Director: Hayao Miyazaki

Votes: 1,070

70. Nativity! (2009)

PG | 1 hr 45 min | Comedy, Family

Rated on 07 Apr 2024

An uptight but secretly heartbroken primary school teacher's little white lie about Hollywood coming to see his class' nativity play grows like wildfire in his rag-tag school low on self-esteem.

Director: Debbie Isitt | Stars: Martin Freeman, Marc Wootton, Jason Watkins, Ashley Jensen

Votes: 12,462

71. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: London, Paul Martin (2005)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 07 Apr 2024

Magician Paul rounds off the first series of Come Dine With Me, though an interruption from his wine delivery man disrupts the flow of the evening for his guests. There's also a change in the way winners are announced for this edition.

Director: Andrew Burgess | Stars: Dave Lamb, Sarah Donohue, Jane Furlong, Martin

72. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: London, Rocky Scott (2005)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 07 Apr 2024

After three nights of intensively prepared food, fourth host Rocky wants a stress-free, low effort dinner. The atmosphere follows suit, as the group are the most relaxed they've ever been, though Sarah is beginning to grate on David.

Director: Andrew Burgess | Stars: Dave Lamb, Sarah Donohue, Jane Furlong, Paul Martin

73. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: London, Sarah Donohue (2005)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 07 Apr 2024

Powerboat racer Sarah has a Moroccan-themed menu with 21 dishes, including 12 starters. With beanbag seats, belly dancing entertainment and a "hubbly bubbly" pipe for afterwards, it's a different experience for many, particularly David.

Director: Cat Lawson | Stars: Dave Lamb, Sarah Donohue, Jane Furlong, Paul Martin

74. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: London, David Thomas (2005)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 06 Apr 2024

Second to host for the week is David, who organises an evening of sophistication and innovative food. But with the tone very formal, will his guests award him highly when they haven't had chance to unwind?

Director: Cat Lawson | Stars: Dave Lamb, Sarah Donohue, Jane Furlong, Paul Martin

75. Yannick (2023)

1 hr 7 min | Comedy, Drama

Rated on 06 Apr 2024

In the middle of a performance of the play "Le Cocu", a very bad boulevard comedy, Yannick gets up and interrupts the show to take the evening back in hand.

Director: Quentin Dupieux | Stars: Raphaël Quenard, Pio Marmaï, Blanche Gardin, Sébastien Chassagne

Votes: 4,409

76. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Halloween Celebrity Special (2012)

TV-G | 47 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 06 Apr 2024

A celebrity horror special with Freddy Krueger actor Robert Englund, "psychic" Sally Morgan, model Nicola McLean and MMA fighter Alex Reid. Themed nights include vampires, zombies and a pagan party, while a spooked cat unnerves everyone.

Directors: Huw Slipper, Jim Warren | Stars: Dave Lamb, Robert Englund, Nicola McLean, John Morgan

77. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: London, Jane Furlong (2005)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 05 Apr 2024

The first series ends with a second trip to London, this time to the home of Jane Furlong. Planning a five course meal with ten separate dishes, her evening gets mixed responses as her guests are almost overwhelmed with the volume of food.

Director: Putul Verma | Stars: Dave Lamb, Sarah Donohue, Jane Furlong, Paul Martin

78. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Sheffield, Deborah Ducey (2017)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 04 Apr 2024

Retired schoolteacher Deborah manages to get praise for her food from hypercritical guest Paul. While the episode concluded with a trailer for the next night in Sheffield, the remainder were pulled from broadcast due to legal reasons.

Stars: Dave Lamb, Shanette Adams, Sebastian Clarke, Sunny Daye

79. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Sheffield, Sebastian Clarke (2017)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 03 Apr 2024

A controversial week in the history of the show as five nights in Sheffield were pulled from broadcast after only two episodes had aired. Sebastian hosts the first night, but the lateness and quality of his food doesn't go down well.

Stars: Dave Lamb, Shanette Adams, Sebastian Clarke, Sunny Daye

80. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Celebrity Christmas Special (2011)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 03 Apr 2024

It's an Aladdin-themed night round Danny's house, with a belly dancer for entertainment, and well-received cooking. Yet the party sees Linda and Colin clash with Nick over his insistence that he didn't go on Big Brother to seek fame.

Director: Mark Turnbull | Stars: Dave Lamb, Colin Baker, Nicholas Bateman, Bianca Gascoigne

81. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Celebrity Christmas Special (2011)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 01 Apr 2024

Bianca hosts a Snow White-themed party, complete with seven dwarfs. Featuring dancing, musical entertainment and well-received food, even niggles and spats between Linda and Nick can't ruin the night.

Director: Jimmy Hedger | Stars: Dave Lamb, Colin Baker, Nicholas Bateman, Bianca Gascoigne

82. Up in Smoke (1978)

R | 1 hr 26 min | Comedy, Music

Rated on 01 Apr 2024

Two stoners unknowingly smuggle a van - made entirely of marijuana - from Mexico to L.A., with incompetent Sgt. Stedenko on their trail.

Directors: Lou Adler, Tommy Chong | Stars: Cheech Marin, Tommy Chong, Strother Martin, Edie Adams

Votes: 40,932

83. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Celebrity Christmas Special (2011)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 01 Apr 2024

Night two is a Christmas Carol themed event, with host Nick as Ebenezer Scrooge. Nick's bought a turkey and hired a tarot card reader for entertainment, but his very small portions and unrelaxed attitude towards hosting don't go down well.

Stars: Dave Lamb, Colin Baker, Nicholas Bateman, Bianca Gascoigne

84. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Celebrity Christmas Special (2011)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 01 Apr 2024

Five panto-themed nights with celebrities battling for charity begin with Linda Nolan's Jack In The Beanstalk dinner party. Her guests are Colin Baker, Danny Young, Bianca Gascoigne and Big Brother's "Nasty" Nick Bateman.

Director: Rupert Verrinder | Stars: Dave Lamb, Colin Baker, Nicholas Bateman, Bianca Gascoigne

85. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Worcestershire: All In One (2014)

TV-G | 48 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 01 Apr 2024

Four nights in Worcestershire are presented in a single edition. With four people from different backgrounds, including businessman Jeremy and wild Brazillian Jeanne, the week begins with stilted conversation but gradually begins to thaw.

Stars: Dave Lamb, Jeanne Lucie Moraes de Carvalho-Kelly, Drew Kenaz, Alice Morgan

86. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: London, Belinda Taylor (2005)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 31 Mar 2024

Belinda is the final host in London, and hopes to shake off her "mumsy" image with her food and decor. Yet Bruce is still bitter he's been the only one to cook without any outside help, and the high scores make it hard for Belinda to win.

Director: Riffi Khan | Stars: Dave Lamb, Bruce Mainwaring, Moona Messamri, Pauline Morrison

87. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: London, Michael O'Keefe (2005)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 31 Mar 2024

Michael is experienced at holding dinner parties, and his traditional method is to hire caterers while he fully takes on the role of host. His food is exceptional - but will he be marked down when he hasn't cooked any of it himself?

Director: Martin Dowd | Stars: Dave Lamb, Alex, Caroline, Bruce Mainwaring

88. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: London, Pauline Morrison (2005)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 31 Mar 2024

Canadian Pauline lives in a small, cramped flat and has a plan to host a garden barbecue to give her guests room. Yet while her food goes down well, fetishist Pauline's decision to have a burlesque dancer as entertainment divides opinion.

Director: Riffi Khan | Stars: Dave Lamb, Kitty, Bruce Mainwaring, Moona Messamri

89. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: London, Bruce Mainwaring (2005)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 31 Mar 2024

Bruce is the second to host, and consults a friend who's a wine connoisseur for tips on the perfect drink accompaniment. Yet while the majority of his guests are happy, Moona seems less than pleased now she's no longer in the spotlight.

Director: Martin Dowd | Stars: Dave Lamb, Bruce Mainwaring, Moona Messamri, Pauline Morrison

90. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Stoke-on-Trent, Brian Williams (2005)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 30 Mar 2024

Vicar Brian Williams is held in affection by all of his fellow diners, and gets to host the final meal of the week. But with his cooking getting a mixed reaction, and cat hairs on one of his dishes, will their affection be enough?

Director: Catherine Gildea | Stars: Dave Lamb, Sarah Adams-Lipa, Jane Bagley, Lesley Blood

91. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Stoke-on-Trent, Lesley Blood (2005)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 30 Mar 2024

It's Lesley's turn to host, and she surprises everyone by having a chocolate theme throughout every course of her menu. But her guests don't seem to want to give her a chance, having issues from everything from the food to her accent.

Director: Moritz Schick | Stars: Dave Lamb, Sarah Adams-Lipa, Jane Bagley, Lesley Blood

92. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Stoke-on-Trent, Tricia Martin (2005)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 30 Mar 2024

Semi-retired Tricia goes through meticulous planning for her turn to host, and her guests are wowed by her food. But the pressure of the situation gets to her, and nerves cause her to make mistakes and neglect her hosting.

Director: Catherine Gildea | Stars: Dave Lamb, Sarah Adams-Lipa, Jane Bagley, Lesley Blood

93. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Stoke-on-Trent, Sarah Adams-Lipa (2005)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 30 Mar 2024

Footballer's wife Sarah is the second to host in the Stoke-on-Trent area, and she has a very different plan for home cooking: she's going to cheat. But will her guests realise that her starter has been bought from Birmingham's Bull Ring?

Director: Moritz Schick | Stars: Dave Lamb, Sarah Adams-Lipa, Jane Bagley, Lesley Blood

94. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Sheffield: All in One (2008)

TV-G | 48 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 30 Mar 2024

Four nights in Sheffield are shown in a single compilation, as diners including talkative artist Christopher and shop owner Hazel all compete for the prize. Their exploits were eventually reshown in four separate episodes in January 2009.

Stars: Dave Lamb, Ollie Baxter, Susanne Bell, Christopher Crossley

95. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Stoke-on-Trent, Jane Bagley (2005)

TV-G | 23 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 30 Mar 2024

The very first episode of Come Dine With Me begins in the village of Betley, some 15 miles outside of Stoke-on-Trent. Hobby performer Jane Bagley treats her four guests to a meticulously planned meal, followed by her own opera singing.

Director: Andrew Mullins | Stars: Dave Lamb, Sarah Adams-Lipa, Jane Bagley, Lesley Blood

96. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Leeds, Paul Ulett (2005)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 30 Mar 2024

The last night in Leeds, and it's the turn of Paul, a former army chef. It's actually his second time in the kitchen after helping Vera on the first night, but he hopes to live by "The Five Ps": prior preparation prevents poor performance.

Director: Lisa Cook | Stars: Dave Lamb, Pippa Hudson, Vera Liburd, Craig McAlpine

97. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Peterborough, Ricky Dent (2010)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 29 Mar 2024

The final night in an uneasy week sees the self-confessed "two faced" Ricky put his plan into action: not letting the rest of the group know they irritate him. With pole dancing and a charm offensive, will his sneaky plan pay off?

Stars: Dave Lamb, Parveen Ashraf, Carol Barlow, Ricky Dent

98. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Peterborough, Carol Barlow (2010)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 29 Mar 2024

Carol has been one of the dinner guests to not really get on the wrong side of anybody, and a party with a 1977 theme promises to deliver fun. But questionable food and her decision to have dogs at the dinner table don't go down well.

Stars: Dave Lamb, Parveen Ashraf, Carol Barlow, Ricky Dent

99. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Peterborough, Shane Jackson (2010)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 29 Mar 2024

None of the group got along especially well in the first night in Peterborough, and Shane in particular managed to irritate everybody. But while Parveen attends his dinner with a grudge, a quieter Shane begins to attract sympathy.

Stars: Dave Lamb, Parveen Ashraf, Carol Barlow, Ricky Dent

100. Come Dine with Me (2005– )
Episode: Peterborough, Parveen Ashraf (2010)

TV-G | 24 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Rated on 29 Mar 2024

Five nights in Peterborough begin with Parveen accused of "cheating" by one guest by hiring wait staff and entertainment. But Parveen's skill in the kitchen would be proven in the future, as she would go on to become TV's "Spice Queen".

Stars: Dave Lamb, Parveen Ashraf, Carol Barlow, Ricky Dent


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