Programmes beginning with P

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1. P. Diddy's Starmaker

   Fourteen upcoming musicians move to Los Angeles with the dream of being signed to P. Diddy's Bad Boy Records label in this reality TV series where P. Diddy plays judge and mentor to the contestants [S] More on P. Diddy's Starmaker

2. P.S. I Love You

   An estate agent struggles to cope with the untimely death of her husband, helped by letters he had written to be sent to her after his death More on P.S. I Love You

   Last broadcast: 30 January 2011, on

3. P1 Superstock Powerboat Championship

   Action-packed racing from the Grand Prix of the Sea [S] More on P1 Superstock Powerboat Championship

   Last broadcast: 16 March 2011, on

4. Padatik

   Kolkata-set drama in which a Marxist revolutionary, on the run from the police, takes refuge in a businesswoman's luxury apartment More on Padatik

   Last broadcast: 20 November 2011, on

5. Paddy's TV Guide

   Paddy McGuinness hosts this comedy series from his glamorous Bolton pad, guiding viewers through the good, bad and ugly world of television, including some TV gold from the archives [S] More on Paddy's TV Guide

   Last broadcast: Friday 08 March, 11.05PM on Channel 4

6. Pagans

   Is paganism a living tradition with roots deep in prehistory or just a collection of superstitions, magic tricks and witches' spells? Pagans explores the origins, history and beliefs of Europe's ancient religions. More on Pagans

7. Painting the Mind

   When builder Tommy McHugh and chiropractor Jon Sarkin suffered massive brain traumas, they suddenly revealed a previously hidden talent: to create art that amazed critics and collectors More on Painting the Mind

8. Pamela Anderson Comedy Roast

   Jimmy Kimmel, Courtney Love, Sarah Silverman, Bea Arthur and Tommy Lee take turns in paying humorous tribute to Baywatch actress Pamela Anderson in this comedy roast More on Pamela Anderson Comedy Roast

9. Pamela Stephenson: The Fame Report

   Dr Pamela Stephenson examines the reality of being famous, its psychological impact and its effect on key relationships for those in the public eye [S] More on Pamela Stephenson: The Fame Report

   Last broadcast: 17 April 2012, on

10. Pan's Labyrinth

    Fairytale fantasy and fascist reality vie for the soul of a girl and a nation More on Pan's Labyrinth

11. Panic Room

    Jodie Foster and Kristen Stewart star as a mother and daughter who hide in the worst possible place when burglars break in to their Manhattan home More on Panic Room

    Last broadcast: 06 October 2012, on

12. Paralympic Wheelchair Rugby GB Cup

    Kate Llewellyn-Waters presents highlights of three days of elite Paralympic action from Cardiff [S] More on Paralympic Wheelchair Rugby GB Cup

    Last broadcast: 26 October 2011, on

13. Paralympics

    Channel 4's dedicated site for the London 2012 Paralympic Games More on Paralympics

14. Paralympics on 4oD

    Daily coverage from the official broadcaster of the 2012 Paralympic Games [S] More on Paralympics on 4oD

    Last broadcast: 10 September 2012, on

15. The Parent Trap

    Family comedy starring Lindsay Lohan as identical twins Hallie and Annie, who meet for the first time at a holiday camp More on The Parent Trap

16. Parents and Teens: Welcome to My World

    An intimate portrait of family life from two different perspectives - those of teenager and parent [S] More on Parents and Teens: Welcome to My World

17. Party Paramedics

    Three part series following the medical units, home and abroad, that patch up the victims of Britain's binge-drinking culture [S] More on Party Paramedics

    Last broadcast: 06 February 2012, on

18. Party Poker Premier League Poker

    One lucky online qualifier joins 11 top pros to battle for ultimate victory in this unique poker tournament [S] More on Party Poker Premier League Poker

    Last broadcast: 15 February 2011, on

19. The Passenger

    Existential thriller about a journalist who takes on the identity of a dead arms dealer More on The Passenger

    Last broadcast: Monday 26 November, 10.55PM on Film4

20. Patriot Games

    Harrison Ford plays CIA analyst and reluctant hero Jack Ryan for the first time in this thriller based on the novel by Tom Clancy More on Patriot Games

21. Paul Burrell: In His Own Words

    Paul Burrell reads extracts from his autobiography in a film that is as revealing of the man as it is of the dramatic events he recounts More on Paul Burrell: In His Own Words

22. Paul Merton: The Series

    Fresh from his appearances on Whose Line is it Anyway? Paul Merton starred in his own comedy series on Channel 4, which featured an intriguing mix of surreal sketches and stand-up routines More on Paul Merton: The Series

23. The Paul O'Grady Show

    One of the biggest names in TV entertainment, Paul O'Grady, presents this tea-time blend of afternoon chat and entertainment, featuring an array of celebrity, real-life and animal guests More on The Paul O'Grady Show

    Last broadcast: 18 December 2009, on

24. Paul Weller: Find the Torch

    In-depth documentary in which Paul Weller talks about his love of England, his influences and his 30-year music career from forming The Jam in the 70s to making his more recent albums [S] More on Paul Weller: Find the Torch

25. Paul Zenon's Tricky Christmas

    Kick-starting the millennium, streetwise magician Paul Zenon returned in this hour-long Christmas special with his distinctive 'hit and run' magic and stylish stings More on Paul Zenon's Tricky Christmas

26. The Pawn King

    In the tough economic climate, pawning is no longer just the preserve of the poor. First Cut provides a fascinating insight into the pawn-broking business. [S] More on The Pawn King

    Last broadcast: 14 January 2011, on

27. Pearl Harbour: Mystery of the Killer Subs

    This documentary investigates new evidence of small Japanese submarines' involvement in the attack on Pearl Harbour [S] More on Pearl Harbour: Mystery of the Killer Subs

28. Peep Show

    Award-winning sitcom. David Mitchell and Robert Webb play two dysfunctional flatmates who reveal all their inner thoughts - whether dark, stupid or embarrassing. Or, occasionally, all three... [S] More on Peep Show

    Last broadcast: Monday 24 December, 10PM on Channel 4

29. Peep Show Night

    A special night of programmes celebrating seven years of the trials and tribulations of Mark and Jeremy [S] More on Peep Show Night

    Last broadcast: 24 December 2010, on

30. Penelope

    A family-friendly fairytale about perception and self-acceptance, starring Christina Ricci, James McAvoy and Reese Witherspoon More on Penelope

    Last broadcast: 27 December 2011, on

31. Penis Envy

    This ground-breaking series explores all things penile. The penis is the organ most central to a man's sense of self, and the quest for penile perfection has driven some men to incredible lengths. More on Penis Envy

32. The People's Book of Records

    Presented by Dominic Coleman, and filmed on location around Britain, this entertainment series offers individuals a chance to be champions in a league of their own More on The People's Book of Records

33. The People's Supermarket

    Arthur Potts Dawson tries to launch a supermarket to serve the local community with good cheap food that's fair to consumers and producers. But it will only work if Arthur can convince the customers to work there too, for free [S] More on The People's Supermarket

    Last broadcast: 27 February 2011, on

34. Percy Jackson & the Lightning Thief

    Greek god Zeus has had his lightning bolt stolen, and New York teen Percy Jackson is the prime suspect. Can he and his friends catch the real thief? More on Percy Jackson & the Lightning Thief

    Last broadcast: 22 July 2012, on

35. Perfect Child Mummies

    Scientists examine the perfectly preserved remains of three Inca children found high in the Andes to piece together the final hours of their lives [S] More on Perfect Child Mummies

    Last broadcast: 16 November 2011, on

36. Perfect Couples

    US comedy about three couples who are trying different ways to keep the spark in their relationships alive [S] More on Perfect Couples

    Last broadcast: 08 December 2011, on

37. The Perfect Home

    In this three-part series, Alain de Botton champions a new sort of architecture for the home: one that can make us happy More on The Perfect Home

38. Perfect Match

    In this modern take on 'arranged marriage', people who are looking for love agree to let a panel of those closest to them - including family, exes and best friends - choose their perfect partner More on Perfect Match

39. The Perfect Murder

    Judy Kelly's First Cut film tells the remarkable story behind the murder of Trevor Buchanan and Lesley Howell [S] More on The Perfect Murder

    Last broadcast: 19 August 2011, on

40. Perfect Night In

    Some of Britain's best comedians talk us through their idea of a perfect night in front of the TV, illustrated by clips from their favourite shows [S] More on Perfect Night In