Birmingham has been producing some amazing TV shows, across many genres for decades. From detective and crime dramas to comedy to non-fiction shows - there’s been some iconic TV shows that have been created in our city.
From BBC’s Pebble Mill to ATV’s Midlands studios - some incredible gems have been made over the years. We asked Brummies which shows made in Birmingham were their favourites and the response has been overwhelming.
From shows in the 60s to the recent Peaky Blinders phenomenon, the choices have been wide-ranging. With Masterchef soon moving to Birmingham and BBC Midlands moving to a larger venue in Digbeth - we can only expect that Brummies will have a huge catalogue of options to choose from in the future.
These will include Game of Thrones star Sophie Turner starring ITVX’s crime drama Joan. The show is being filmed across the West Midlands with Birmingham being one of the prime filming spots. Although we're sad to see daytime soap Doctors that has been made in Birmingham for over 20 years has been axed.
Here are the greatest Birmingham TV shows of all time, according to our readers:
1. Peaky Blinders
Peaky Blinders is probably the most popular show from Birmingham in the recent years. Starring Cillian Murphy as Tommy Shelby, the leader of a gang based in Birmingham, this period drama by Steven Knight has been a massive success. It was shot across the UK including in Birmingham. The sixth and final season of Peaky Blinders concluded on Sunday 3rd April 2022. (Photo - Anita Maric / SWNS.com) | Anita Maric / SWNS.com
2. Crossroads
The sitcom Crossroads revolved around a fictional motel on the outskirts of Birmingham. It was packed full of drama, and attracting up to 15 million viewers for ATV in its hey day. The sitcom aired in the 60s, 70s and 80s. | Getty
3. Gladiators
Gladiators is a British television sports entertainment game show adapted from the American programme. It was presented by Ulrika Jonsson (pictured here). In the 1990s it was filmed in Birmingham. (Photo by Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images) | Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images
4. Man Like Mobeen
This series by creator Guz Khan presents a comedic take on real life in inner-city Birmingham. Khan stars in the lead role with Duaa Karim, Tez Ilyas and Tolu Ogunmefun as part of ensemble cast. Series four released in 2023 and it is not known if it would have more seasons in the future. (Photo - BBC Three) | BBC Three