British TV shows have long been popular in America. Is it the charm? The accents? The short seasons? Whatever the reason, KAMU Passport is your American home for many of the most popular British TV shows in recent memory. Some of these shows may surprise you — yes, they really are on Passport!
Join Passport today for just $5 a month or $60 a year. It’s our gift to you for supporting our mission of providing fun, educational and entertaining programming to the Brazos Valley. Who else gives you an entire streaming platform as a gift? Besides the shows listed below, enjoy around 1,000 episodes of your other PBS favorites.
Sherlock
The inspiration for this list. All episodes of the beloved Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman-led detective drama are back on Passport! Receiving great acclaim for the quality of its writing, acting, and directing, the show is a perfect summertime binge. Settle in and discover the intricacies of this modern take on the Arthur Conan Doyle classics.
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Victoria
“The Crown” is a routinely well-received royal family drama but it’s not the only one out there. You might want to check out “Victoria” on Passport, too. Starring Jenna Coleman (Clara Oswald on “Doctor Who”) as Queen Victoria, the show tracks her remarkable and emotional journey as she takes the throne as a teenager. Lush period details abound in all three seasons.
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Poldark
If “Outlander” is a bit… much… for you, “Poldark” is ready to capture your heart. This epic romance told over five swashbuckling seasons also features gorgeous scenery, charming and witty characters and a few haunting moments. Chemistry, ridiculousness, spirit, wild storylines: it’s “Poldark” — and we love it.
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Les Misérables
No singing in this version! The epic masterpiece has been a musical, a movie and now this: an emotional six-episode adaptation filled with stars and standout performances. Critics raved for Dominic West (“The Crown,” “The Wire”), David Oyelowo (“Selma”), Lily Collins (“Emily in Paris”), Olivia Colman (“Broadchurch”) and more. The classic novel is faithfully retold in a way that requires popcorn, a comfy seat and a big box of tissues.
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World on Fire
“World on Fire” is an adrenalized, gripping World War II drama beloved by fans around the world. Recognized for its ensemble cast, the show follows the intertwining fates of those struggling with the effects of war on their everyday lives. Unfortunately, the series was not picked up for a third season, but you can still watch Seasons 1 and 2 now on Passport.
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Broadchurch
Called “a bona fide national obsession” in the U.K., David Tennant and Olivia Colman are the keys to this critically acclaimed British detective drama. The mystery deliberately, slowly unfolds through great writing and terrific performances. It’s one of only two shows on this list with 90%+ ratings from both critics and audiences on Rotten Tomatoes. Everyone is a suspect. Will the whole town’s secrets be exposed?
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All Creatures Great and Small
This is our one unsurprising choice — you had to know this heartwarming fan favorite would be on the list. There may not be a cozier show on TV and you can binge it to your heart’s content on Passport. Follow the gregarious adventures of veterinarian James Herriot as he navigates romance, a thorny boss and scores of sick animals and their grouchy owners. The best part? The show isn’t going anywhere: “MASTERPIECE” recently renewed the show for two more seasons.
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The Durrells in Corfu
We’ll forgive you if you haven’t heard of this show. The underrated gem actually boasts the highest Rotten Tomatoes ratings of any show on this list. Keeley Hawes stars as a young widow, struggling with life as a single parent along the British coast. Taking a massive risk, she moves her family to a Greek island to try to improve their lives. Humorous and authentic, moving and fun, watch the Durrell family grow up in front of your eyes in this touching series.
