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Mere seconds before the Earth is to be demolished by an alien construction crew, journeyman Arthur Dent is swept off the planet by his friend Ford Prefect, a researcher penning a new edition of "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy."

Strongman competition where top qualifiers from Giants Live events compete. Broadcast in US summers, UK Decembers. Current sponsor Coregenx, nutrition firm from California, replacing previous sponsor The Commerce Hotel and Casino.

The British Empire in Colour is a major three part series that examines the history and experience of the British Empire, form the perspectives of both the rulers and the ruled. Using original colour archive film - much of which had never previously been seen - together with personal letters and diary extracts helping to capture the many complexities and contradictions of life in the British Empire.

A fascinating insight into the Wimbledon career of arguably the greatest Men's Champion of all-time. This documentary follows the journey of the seven times winner from his inauspicious debut in 1989 to his record breaking victory in 2000.

The history of Imperial Japan's involvement in World War II with full color footage.

A group of six celebrities take to the roads of Mumbai to compete in a Grand Prix with a difference.

Annual British TV show with a comedy panel in the style of a pub quiz with questions relating to the events of the year just gone by.

Documentary using only original colour footage charts the 12 years from Adolf Hitler's rise to power to the fall of Berlin in 1945. Complemented by eyewitness material, tracks the dramatic transformation of Germany into a Nazi state, looks into Hitler's relationship with his lover Eva Braun and replicates pivotal events, including Nazi rallies, the invasion of Poland, Hitler's meeting with Lloyd George, the horrors of Buchenwald concentration camp, Warsaw's Jewish Ghetto, the Battle of Britain and the fall of Berlin.

The FIFA World Cup 2002 was the first in Asia and the first to be co-hosted by two countries. This official film captures the unique spirit of this event in 120 minutes of football - on the pitch and with exclusive behind the scenes footage.

The most extensive coverage of the Oscars ever broadcast in the UK. Three programs - Preview (preparations in Hollywood and nominated films), Live Awards (based at Sir Elton John's AIDS Foundation party, linking to the ceremony in the Kodak Theater) and Highlights (also from the party). Because of time zone difference, the Preview and Highlights shows were transmitted in prime time; the Live Awards take place through the night in the UK.

Documentary charting the sporting career of Björn Borg, a former World No. 1 tennis player from Sweden whom many regard as the greatest player in the sport's history.

This 195 minutes'documentary shows special moments and heroes from all world cups and official tournaments sponsored by FIFA Soccer

Live BBC coverage of the UK Championship snooker tournament at the Barbican Centre in York, England as 128 of the world's best players compete for the top prize of £170,000.

Part of a series, we follow the story behind John McEnroe. From his first appearance as a brilliant teenager when he reached the semi-finals, to one of the finest matches ever played. This is a thrilling insight into one of the world's most talented, popular and controversial tennis players.

A celebration of 100 years of FIFA football. Includes footage of historic games, teams, interviews.