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  4. 04Horrible Histories2009Based on the best-selling children's books and liberally splattered with guts, blood and poo, a group of British comedians offer an anarchic and unconventional take on some of history's most gruesome and funny moments,…8.0Compare
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  7. 07The Last Kingdom2015A show of heroic deeds and epic battles with a thematic depth that embraces politics, religion, warfare, courage, love, loyalty and our universal search for identity.8.3Compare
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  15. 15The Inspector Lynley Mysteries2002DS Barbara Havers is assigned to work with the upper-crust DI Thomas Lynley to solve murders.Compare
  16. 16Bridgerton2020Wealth, lust, and betrayal set in the backdrop of Regency era England, seen through the eyes of the powerful Bridgerton family.8.1Compare
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