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Stephen Frears: Director for Hire

Episode number: 1

Overview: imagine… profiles Stephen Frears, acclaimed film director of Dangerous Liaisons and The Queen. Some say he’s grumpy, others that he’s mischievous. What drives this 81-year-old?

The Factory: Made in Manchester

Episode number: 2

Overview: imagine... tells the story of Aviva Studios, Manchester’s colossal new cultural venue, and goes behind the scenes at the world premiere of its opening production, Free Your Mind.

Russell T Davies: The Doctor and Me

Episode number: 3

Overview: imagine... follows celebrated British TV writer Russell T Davies as he prepares to return as the showrunner of Doctor Who – with two Doctors and bigger ambitions.

French & Saunders: Pointed, Bitchy, Bitter

Episode number: 4

Overview: imagine... profiles the UK’s most successful double act of the last 40 years, French & Saunders, exploring a brand of comedy based on satire, silliness and, above all, friendship.