Omnibus
Omnibus is a documentary on BBC4. The program has been available since 2025. A total of 12 episodes have been broadcast, most recently in September 2025.
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A profile from 2000 of writer F Scott Fitzgerald on the 75th anniversary of the publication of his most enduring achievement, The Great Gatsby.
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A film, first broadcast in 1970, that celebrates the life and work of author Virginia Woolf through the memories of her friends and relations.
Ken Russell's film traces Frederick Delius's last years and Eric Fenby's dedication in helping the blind, paralysed composer set down the unfinished scores he heard in his head.
Oscar Peterson and conductor Andre Previn look at some of the styles and personalities involved in the development of piano jazz.
Documentary, first broadcast in 1990, that follows novelist Mario Vargas Llosa through a turbulent year in his life as he bids to become president of Peru.
A profile from 1999 of American band Blondie, telling the story of their remarkable rise, rapid decline and successful reunion. Featuring candid interviews with the band.
Programme exploring the reasons behind the enduring popularity of one of Britain's greatest novelists, Jane Austen.
For much of his career, Lucian Freud allowed his paintings to speak for themselves, but in 1988 he talked for the first time - to Omnibus - about his work and ambitions.
Omnibus documentary that follows the making of a classic recording as composer Leonard Bernstein conducts his celebrated musical West Side Story for the first time.
Paul Simon gives a rare interview to Mark Steyn and talks about his solo career. First broadcast in 1988.
Documentary from 1974 about the classic comedy duo Laurel and Hardy, featuring many film clips and reminiscences from entertainers and associates. Narrated by Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise.