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. 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

6. 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

7. 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

8. 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: Tuesday 17 April, 10PM on More4

9. Pan's Labyrinth

   Guillermo del Toro's fantasy, set in fascist Spain in 1944, about an 11-year-old girl with a brutal military stepfather who is drawn into a magical world inhabited by mythical beings More on Pan's Labyrinth

10. 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

11. Paralympics

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

12. 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

13. 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

14. 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: Monday 06 February, 10PM on Channel 4

15. 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

16. 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

17. 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

18. 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

19. 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

20. 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

21. 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

22. 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

23. 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: 29 December 2010, on

24. 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

25. Penelope

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

    Last broadcast: Tuesday 27 December, 2.15PM on Channel 4

26. 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

27. 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

28. 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

29. 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

30. 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: Thursday 08 December, 8.30PM on E4

31. 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

32. 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

33. 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

34. 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

35. Personal Services Required

    From au-pairs to PAs, one in three UK families employ some sort of domestic help - but how are they chosen? This series looks at the selection process, as families road test hand-picked candidates. More on Personal Services Required

36. The Pet Detectives

    This documentary meets the detectives who track down kidnapped trophy pets and attempt to reunite them with their owners [S] More on The Pet Detectives

    Last broadcast: 22 August 2011, on

37. Pete Versus Life

    Pete is an average bloke - apart from the lying, selfishness and laziness. He tends to overperform in these areas. But what really sets Pete apart is the two sports commentators who analyse every move he makes... [S] More on Pete Versus Life

    Last broadcast: Friday 09 December, 11.05PM on Channel 4

38. Peter Kay Raider of the Pop Charts

    The story of Peter Kay's star-studded Comic Relief video 'Is This the Way to Amarillo?'. The song stayed top of the charts for seven weeks in 2005, raising over £1.5m for the charity. More on Peter Kay Raider of the Pop Charts

39. Peter Kay's Britain's Got the Pop Factor...

    ...and Possibly a New Celebrity Jesus Christ Soapstar Superstar Strictly on Ice. The master of comedy, Peter Kay, has created this hilarious and affectionate spoof of hugely popular reality talent shows such as The X-Factor and Britain's Got Talent More on Peter Kay's Britain's Got the Pop Factor...

    Last broadcast: 26 March 2011, on

40. Peter Kay's Phoenix Nights

    Wheelchair-bound club owner Brian Potter has a dream: to run the premiere venue in Bolton - but there's one small problem. His nightclubs keep burning down. More on Peter Kay's Phoenix Nights

41. Peter Kay...

    Peter Kay returns with a collection of classic clips, unseen out-takes and rare achive footage. Plus Peter Kay Live at the Bolton Albert Halls [S] More on Peter Kay...

    Last broadcast: Thursday 12 April, 9PM on Channel 4

42. The Phantom of the Opera

    Joel Schumacher directs this darkly Gothic interpretation of Andrew Lloyd Webber's stage musical, starring Emmy Rossum, Gerard Butler and Patrick Wilson. More on The Phantom of the Opera

43. Pharaohs and Kings

    Egyptologist David Rohl sets out to prove that Egyptian chronology has been wrongly extended by several centuries - and examines how this has distorted our understanding of ancient history More on Pharaohs and Kings

44. Phil Spencer: Secret Agent

    Property expert Phil Spencer is a Secret Agent on a mission - to get Britain's property market moving again, one house at a time [S] More on Phil Spencer: Secret Agent

    Next on: Thursday 07 June, 8PM on Channel 4

45. Phil's Empty Homes Giveaway

    As part of The Great British Property Scandal season, Phil Spencer meets some of the people worst affected by the UK housing crisis More on Phil's Empty Homes Giveaway

    Next on: Wednesday 13 June, 9PM on More4

46. Philosophy: A Guide to Happiness

    Written and presented by Alain de Botton, this series is an entertaining, practical and psychobabble-free self-help course for the philosophically minded More on Philosophy: A Guide to Happiness

47. Phone Booth

    Colin Farrell stars as a slimy New York publicist trapped in a phone box by a sniper - voiced by Kiefer Sutherland - who wants to force him to admit to his sins More on Phone Booth

48. PhoneShop

    Mug punters beware. The PhoneShop is ready, and most definitely open for business... [S] More on PhoneShop

    Last broadcast: Thursday 15 December, 10PM on E4

49. Picasso: Magic, Sex and Death

    In this major series, John Richardson, Picasso's close friend and acclaimed biographer, sets the record straight about one of the 20th century's greatest artists More on Picasso: Magic, Sex and Death

50. Pig Business

    Eco-campaigner Tracy Worcester investigates the intensive pig farming industry, arguing that it harms both human and environmental health More on Pig Business

    Last broadcast: 30 June 2009, on