Waiting

Dames of Classic Drama at the BBC

201559mRachel Jardine

Is it for me?

Sign in to check how this title fits your taste.

Synopsis

From the BBC archives, before their talents were recognised by royal decree, the early work and career defining moments of Judi Dench, Maggie Smith, Diana Rigg and Helen Mirren. David Tennant narrates the story of our dames of classic drama, from a golden age of British television drama.

Documentary

Ask Ray About This

Similar titles for me

Personalized recommendations based on your taste

What I'll love (and hate)

Honest personalized pros and cons

If I loved this...

Your next watch to keep the feeling

More from these creators

Director, writer, and cast filmography

Convince a skeptic

Arguments to get potential cowatcher on board

Hidden details

Easter eggs and things you missed

Where to Watch

Unlock Streaming Availability

Sign up and add your streaming services to instantly see where you can watch this title – no searching, no guessing.

Credits

Cast

Crew

Additional Info

External Links

Official Website

Similar Titles

The Hollow Crown

The Hollow Crown

2012

Arena

Arena

1975

All About Eve

All About Eve

1950

Stage Beauty

Stage Beauty

2004

Being Julia

Being Julia

2004

The South Bank Show

The South Bank Show

1978

Great Performances

Great Performances

1971

I Am Shakespeare: The Henry Green Story

I Am Shakespeare: The Henry Green Story

2017

The Acting Class

The Acting Class

2000

Broadway: The Golden Age, by the Legends Who Were There

Broadway: The Golden Age, by the Legends Who Were There

2003

Frequently asked questions

What is Dames of Classic Drama at the BBC (2015) about?

From the BBC archives, before their talents were recognised by royal decree, the early work and career defining moments of Judi Dench, Maggie Smith, Diana Rigg and Helen Mirren. David Tennant narrates the story of our dames of classic drama, from a golden age of British television drama.

Who stars in Dames of Classic Drama at the BBC?

Dames of Classic Drama at the BBC stars Judi Dench (Self (archive material)), Maggie Smith (Self (archive material)), Diana Rigg (Self (archive material)), Helen Mirren (Self (archive material)), David Tennant (Narrator). The film was directed by Rachel Jardine.

How long is Dames of Classic Drama at the BBC?

Dames of Classic Drama at the BBC has a runtime of 59 min and premiered in 2015.

Where can I watch Dames of Classic Drama at the BBC?

Streaming availability for Dames of Classic Drama at the BBC changes by country and service. TasteRay tracks where it is available across Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Max, Apple TV+ and 50+ other platforms — the current options for your country are shown on this page.