ABOUT TCM
TCM (Turner Classic Movies) is a 24-hour cable, satellite and digital terrestrial channel that launched in the US in 1990 and in the UK and Europe in 1999 as part of the Time Warner group. Currently the third highest rating UK movie channel, TCM draws on a unique and extensive library of 20th century movies, selecting Hollywood’s finest quality films from the ‘golden age’ to contemporary classics.
TCM provides behind-the-scenes insight and analysis with originally produced programmes including OFF SET, featuring exclusive interviews with contributors from the entertainment and film industry, sharing their thoughts on particular subjects or passions. Contributors have included: Billy Crystal; Natascha McElhone; George Clooney; Ron Livingston; Iain Softley; Ismail Merchant and Greta Scaachi. Documentaries and original trailers add context and historic perspective, whilst themed seasons contemporise enduring favourites ensuring that silver screen icons never go out of fashion. Each month two classic movies feature as part TCM Select, giving viewers the chance to sample or revisit definitive movie moments.
Regular hosted themed seasons include: Oscar Month when nominated or winning films are shown daily, hosted by Stephen Fry; Crime Wave which investigates all aspects of the popular genre features interviews with Martin Kemp and Jamie Cullum. And Style in Motion, a celebration of all the glamour surrounding fashion in film features Ozwald Boateng, Bella Freud along with Mark Badgely and James Mischka.
TCM also runs an annual short film competition in partnership with the bfi London Film Festival. With prize money of £10,000 the competition, TCM Classic Shorts, is one of the most valuable in Europe. Each year a number of key film industry figures donate their valuable time to judge the competition and help TCM to find and nurture the film making talent of tomorrow. Past and present judges include: Dame Helen Mirren, Gurinder Chadha, Alan Rickman, Kate Winslet, Ewan MacGregor, Jude Law, Lord Puttnam, Sir Alan Parker, Stephen Woolley, Nik Powell and Bernardo Bertolucci.
RESEARCH BACKGROUND EUROPE AND UK
TCM is available via cable, satellite and digital terrestrial in almost 30 million households throughout Europe, Middle East and Africa with six regional versions in ten different languages (English, Danish, Dutch, French, Greek, Hebrew, Polish, Spanish, Swedish and Norwegian).
In the UK TCM reaches over 9.8 million UK households
On average 5.82 million viewers tune in to TCM each month
TCM enjoyed its highest ever reach when 6.7 million viewers tuned in during December 2004
In 2004 TCM was the 3rd highest rated movie channel behind Sky Movies 1 and Sky Movies 2
Please see our FAQ’s for further information about TCM.
If you have questions, or you need to contact us you can send an email to tcmmailuk@turner.com
FAQ’S
Why do the shedules say one thing and you broadcast another?
We provide our schedules to national papers and specialised cable & satellite magazines six weeks or more before they come out. Some times we have to make changes due to circumstances beyond our control, but the papers & magazines have already been printed and cannot be changed. For a complete and up-to-date schedule check out our online schedule or consult your Teletext service.
Your Teletext service is incorrect?
A third party operates the Teletext service and they do their best to keep it up-to-date, there can be a delay between the change and the update. Listings are on page 120.
Subtitles and services for the hard of hearing.
If you require subtitles please use the Teletext button on your TV remote control whilst TCM is on screen.This will take you to the TCM Teletext services.
- English subtitles available on page 784.
- Dutch subtitles available on page 785.
- Danish subtitles available on page 786.
- Swedish subtitles available on page 777.
We offer close caption subtitles on a selection of films. For signed films please check listings.
How can I receive TCM?
There are many ways for you to receive TCM, See our GET TCM section for the latest information.
Where is TCM available?
TCM is available throughout Europe, Africa and the Middle East in six regional versions in ten languages: English, Danish, Norwegian, Dutch, French, Greek, Hebrew, Polish, Spanish and Swedish.
When did TCM launch?
TCM launched in 1999 in Europe and in 1994 in the USA.
Who owns TCM?
TCM is owned by Turner Broadcasting System Europe Limited, a Time Warner Company.
What can I expect to see on TCM?
TCM (Turner Classic Movies) draws from an extensive library of movies ranging from the 1920s to 1990s presenting them in a contemporary style that reinterprets their place in history and their relevance to people's lives today.
TCM brings the silver screen to life by offering viewers exclusive in-depth celebrity interviews, monthly star tributes, special events and original screen tests. Along with hosted seasons with contemporary moviemakers and experts, TCM gives this definitive classic movie channel a style of its own.
What is Classic Shorts?
TCM's annual Classic Shorts competition is open to all up and coming UK filmmakers and is known as one of the most valuable and prestigious short film prizes in Europe. Held in conjunction with the London Film Festival, Classic Shorts has discovered some of the best new talent in the country and the 2002 winner 'About a Girl' went on to win the BAFTA for best short film. Judges for 2004 included Lord David Puttnam, Alan Parker, Jonny Lee Miller and Stephen Woolley.
What to do if my questions are not answered here?
If you still have questions, or you just really need to contact us you can send an email to tcmmailuk@turner.com
For all European enquiries excluding the UK, please contact tcmmaileurope@turner.com
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