Direction: Jim Loach

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Jim Loach. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


Endeavour (TV Series)

2012 · Series · 90 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Russell Lewis · Edward Bazalgette · Colm McCarthy · Tom Vaughan

Cast Shaun Evans · Roger Allam · Anton Lesser · Sean Rigby

Synopsis Endeavour (TV Series) (2012) is a captivating television series that transports viewers to the year 1965. The narrative revolves around the formative years of Endeavour Morse (portrayed by Shaun Evans), following his departure from Oxford University without completing his degree....

7.5

550 votes

7.5

550 votes

Shameless (TV Series)

2004 · Series · 50 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Paul Abbott · Paul Walker · Lawrence Till · David Threlfall

Cast David Threlfall · Rebecca Atkinson · Alice Barry · Nicky Evans

Synopsis Shameless (TV Series) (2004) is a critically praised, unconventional drama created by Paul Abbott that delves into the chaotic lives and relationships of the Gallagher family. This is a family where the father's guidance is notably absent, and the siblings...

7.3

2K votes

7.3

2K votes

Victoria (TV Series)

2016 · Series · 510 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Daisy Goodwin · Tom Vaughan · Oliver Blackburn · Sandra Goldbacher

Cast Jenna Coleman · Rufus Sewell · Tom Hughes · Catherine H. Flemming

Synopsis Victoria (TV Series) (2016) is a captivating period drama that spans three seasons and 25 episodes, originally airing from 2016 to 2019. The series delves into the formative years of Queen Victoria, portrayed by Jenna Coleman, beginning with her ascension...

7.0

915 votes

7.0

915 votes

Direction David Harrower · Jim Loach · Otto Bathurst

Cast Colin Firth · Catherine McCormack · Sam Troughton · Claire Brown

Synopsis Lockerbie: A Search for Truth (2025) is a gripping 5-episode series that delves into the tragic events surrounding the explosion of Pan Am Flight 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland, on December 21, 1988. The disaster claimed the lives of 259 passengers...

6.6

178 votes

6.6

178 votes

Oranges and Sunshine

2010 · Movie · 104 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Jim Loach

Cast Emily Watson · David Wenham · Hugo Weaving · Greg Stone

Synopsis Oranges and Sunshine (2010) follows the journey of Margaret Humphreys, a dedicated social worker from Nottingham. She stumbles upon a hidden tragedy: the systematic deportation of children from the United Kingdom to Australia. Despite facing immense challenges and personal risks,...

6.4

222 votes

6.4

222 votes

Criminal Record

2024 · Series · 50 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Jim Loach

Cast Cush Jumbo · Peter Capaldi · Stephen Campbell Moore · Zoe Wanamaker

Synopsis Criminal Record (2024) is a gripping TV series set in the bustling city of London. The narrative unfolds as an enigmatic phone call pulls two exceptional detectives into a complex web of intrigue. A young, ambitious woman just starting her...

6.2

545 votes

6.2

545 votes

Deep Water (TV Miniseries)

2019 · Series · 60 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Jim Loach · Al Mackay · Harry Wootliff

Cast Anna Friel · Rosalind Eleazar · Sinéad Keenan · Rico Canadinhas

Synopsis Deep Water (TV Miniseries) (2019) presents a contemporary exploration of family dynamics through the perspectives of three women. Over the course of six episodes, the series delves into the challenges these women face as they strive to maintain equilibrium between...

6.1

114 votes

6.1

114 votes

Life of Crime (TV Miniseries)

2013 · Series · 180 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Jim Loach

Cast Ray Panthaki · Hayley Atwell · Joel Beckett · Richard Coyle

Synopsis Life of Crime (TV Miniseries) (2013) follows the relentless pursuit of a young police officer as she becomes fixated on apprehending the murderer of a 15-year-old girl. The gripping narrative spans nearly three decades, detailing the cop's unyielding quest for...

6.0

40 votes

6.0

40 votes

Direction Jim Loach

Cast Gemma Whelan · Tahirah Sharif · Jimmy Akingbola · Jim English

Synopsis The Tower (TV Miniseries) (2021) follows Detective Sergeant Sarah Collins and her partner Detective Constable Steve Bradshaw as they respond to a grim discovery at Portland Tower in south-east London. The scene is horrifying: the lifeless bodies of veteran police...

6.0

28 votes

6.0

28 votes

Measure of a Man

2018 · Movie · 100 min. · United States

Direction Jim Loach

Cast Blake Cooper · Donald Sutherland · Judy Greer · Luke Wilson

Synopsis Measure of a Man (2018) follows the journey of a young teenager who forms an unexpected connection with a seasoned Wall Street executive. As their relationship deepens, the teen gains valuable insights and learns to assert himself against those who...

5.6

53 votes

5.6

53 votes

Footballers' Wives (TV Series)

2002 · Series · 45 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Maureen Chadwick · Ann McManus · Laurence Moody · Julie Edwards

Cast Joan Collins · Zoe Lucker · Gillian Taylforth · Alison Newman

Synopsis Footballers' Wives (TV Series) (2002) is a gripping drama that delves into the opulent and perilous lives of young, affluent couples entangled in the world of premier league football. The series, spanning 5 seasons and 42 episodes from 2002 to...

4.6

37 votes

4.6

37 votes

Waterloo Road (TV Series)

2006 · Series · 60 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Ann McManus · Maureen Chadwick · Matthew Evans · Julie Edwards

Cast William Ash · Shabana Bakhsh · Elizabeth Berrington · Amanda Burton

Synopsis Waterloo Road (TV Series) (2006) is a gripping contemporary drama that unfolds within the walls of a demanding comprehensive school. The series delves into the lives of teachers, students, and staff, offering a raw and realistic portrayal of the educational...

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Holby Blue (TV Series)

2007 · Series · 60 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Tony Jordan · Martin Hutchings · Bryn Higgins · Barnaby Southcombe

Cast Cal Macaninch · Jimmy Akingbola · Richard Harrington · Zoe Lucker

Synopsis Holby Blue (TV Series) (2007) is a gripping television series that spans 20 episodes. It serves as a spin-off from the popular shows "Holby City" (1999) and "Casualty" (1986), delving into the world of Holby South police station. The series...

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Bombshell (TV Series)

2006 · Series · 70 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Jim Loach · Julie Edwards · Martin Hutchings

Cast Zoe Lucker · Andrew McKay · Robert Beck · Emma Rydal

Synopsis Bombshell (TV Series) (2006) delves into a contemporary and contentious portrayal of the modern military, where Major Nick Welling and Captain Jenna Marston are tasked with overseeing a motley crew of inexperienced recruits. The series navigates the challenges and complexities...

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Hotel Babylon (TV Series)

2006 · Series · 60 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Andy Hay · Paul Whittington · Alrick Riley · Iain B. MacDonald

Cast Dexter Fletcher · Martin Marquez · Michael Obiora · Raymond Coulthard

Synopsis Hotel Babylon (TV Series) (2006) follows the intricate lives of both the affluent guests and the dedicated employees at a luxurious city hotel. While the guests enjoy the finest amenities and indulge in their personal dramas, the hotel staff grapple...

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Bad Girls (TV Series)

1999 · Series · 50 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Maureen Chadwick · Ann McManus · Eileen Gallagher · Laurence Moody

Cast Simone Lahbib · Mandana Jones · Debra Stephenson · Jack Ellis

Synopsis Bad Girls (TV Series) (1999) is a gripping drama that delves into the lives of both the staff and the incarcerated women within a female correctional facility. The series offers a raw and unfiltered look at the complexities and challenges...

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DCI Banks (TV Series)

2010 · Series · 45 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Craig Pickles · James Hawes · Bill Anderson · Marek Losey

Cast Stephen Tompkinson · Andrea Lowe · Jack Deam · Caroline Catz

Synopsis DCI Banks (TV Series) (2010) follows the relentless and determined Detective Chief Inspector Alan Banks as he delves into chilling murder cases. With the support of his junior colleagues, Detective Sergeant Annie Cabbot and Detective Inspector Helen Morton, Banks navigates...

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