BBC Studios and ITV have announced the BritBox January 2024 titles, which include everything from new BritBox Originals to classic British fare. BritBox is a digital video subscription service offering the largest collection of British TV in the U.S. and Canada.
On January 4, fans will be welcoming the second season of Reyka with many twists and turns that are bound to keep people on the edge of their seats. Reyka Gama (Kim Engelbrecht) and Angus Speelman (Iain Glen) return in this season’s gripping and intricately woven crime thriller.
Another exciting release coming to BritBox on January 17 is Blue Lights, a Belfast drama that explores the challenges faced by new police recruits as they navigate a high-pressure environment, grappling with divided communities and criminal gangs.
Whether you’re ready to solve a mystery or in the mood for a laugh, BritBox has a variety of new titles slated in January, including Monday Monday on January 15, Royal Autopsy on January 18, and Murderland on January 29.
Everyone’s favorite crime-fighting priest is back just before the end of the month. Season 11 of Father Brown premieres January 23 with new crimes and mysteries for arm-chair detectives to help solve.
Mark Williams returns with guest appearances from Sister Boniface (Lorna Watson) and more.
The BritBox January 2024 slate is available for $8.99 per month or $89.99 per year – after an introductory free trial period – on Roku, Amazon Fire TV stick, Apple TV 4th Gen, Samsung, LG, and all iOS and Android devices, AirPlay, Chromecast, Comcast X1 & Flex, and online at BritBox.com.
BritBox is also available as a premium add-on channel on Amazon Prime Video Channels, Apple TV, and Roku for Prime members and on Apple TV Channels on supported devices.
Created by two British content powerhouses – BBC Studios, the subsidiary arm of the BBC, and ITV, the UK’s biggest commercial broadcaster – the service features iconic favorites, exclusive premieres, and current series and soaps – most available within 24 hours after their UK premiere.
BritBox also offers expert curation and playlists that enable fans to find programs they know easily and discover new favorites via the web, mobile, tablet, and connected TVs.
BRITBOX JANUARY 2024 SCHEDULE
AVAILABLE JANUARY 1
Mrs. Brown’s Boys NYD Special 2024 (*US Only) | US Premiere | Exclusive | 1 x 30
In the holiday season, Mrs. Brown’s (Brendan O’Carroll) quest for a peaceful Christmas is thwarted as Cathy takes on cooking, a sentimental decoration disappears, and a surprise guest disrupts the tranquility. As the New Year begins, the gang tackles a challenging health regime, prompting Agnes to confront mysteries from the past raised by a mysterious visitor to Finglas.
Chaplin | New to BritBox | 1 x 145
Re-creation of the life of comic genius Charlie Chaplin (Robert Downey Jr, “Iron Man”), from his humble beginnings in south London through his early days in British vaudeville, his silent movie career in America, and his late masterpieces. His turbulent personal life saw four marriages and an enforced exile from the US – though he returned to receive an honorary Oscar in 1972.
AVAILABLE JANUARY 4
Reyka Season 2 | US Original | US Exclusive | CA Original | 8 x 60 | All at Once
The second season of International Emmy-nominated original crime drama “Reyka” returns to the criminal underworld of South Africa and follows the criminal profile Reyka Gama (International Emmy nominee Kim Englebrecht) as she investigates human trafficking and another depraved serial killer.
AVAILABLE JANUARY 10
Blind Spot Season 1 | Exclusive | North America Premiere | 4 x 60 | All at Once
This four-part thriller revolves around the disappearance of a woman and follows the story of Hannah Quinn (Beth Alsbury), a disabled CCTV monitor working in a rough estate. When Hannah witnesses a known violent criminal leading a young woman into a blind spot on the cameras, she becomes convinced that the woman has been murdered.
However, she faces resistance from apathetic policeman Tony Warden (Ross Kemp), who is assigned to the case.
AVAILABLE JANUARY 15
Monday Monday Season 1 | New to BritBox | 7 x 60 | All at Once
A group of workers at the head office of a supermarket chain rise to the challenge of moving to Leeds. Sally (Morven Christie, “Grantchester”) relocates with her company, but her fresh start is complicated by a crush on the charming and taken Steven (Tom Ellis, “Lucifer”). Miranda Hart and Jenny Aggutter also star.
AVAILABLE JANUARY 17
Blue Lights Season 1 | US Premiere | US Exclusive | Original | 6 x 50 | 2 Episodes Weekly
Belfast-based drama “Blue Lights” follows new police recruits Grace, Annie, and Tommy as they learn the ropes in a high-pressure environment. Grace is a former social worker who has decided to switch careers in her forties.
Annie has had to leave everything she knows behind, and Tommy finds it challenging to be on the frontline. The team deals with divided communities and criminal gangs and struggles to know who to trust, all while wondering if they have made the right choice in joining the PSNI.
AVAILABLE JANUARY 18
Royal Autopsy Season 1 | New to BritBox | 2 x 60 | All at Once
Professor Alice Roberts pieces together how and why Queen Elizabeth I and King Charles II died by bringing together a blend of historical and medical expertise and by using contemporaneous accounts and documents.
AVAILABLE JANUARY 23
Father Brown Season 11 | Exclusive | North America Premiere | 10 x 45 | 2 Episode Premiere, then Weekly
Mark Williams returns as the titular Father Brown in the return of the smash hit mystery series. In season 11, audiences can expect numerous new compelling mysteries, including one at an arts and crafts fair, another at a crime writing festival, and one at a “food fayre to die for.”
This season catches up on fan-favorite characters and welcomes guest appearances from Sister Boniface (Lorna Watson) and more.
AVAILABLE JANUARY 24
The Jonathan Ross Show Christmas Special 2023 | Exclusive | North America Premiere | 1 x 60
For over two decades, Jonathan has been a giant of the television landscape, winning massive audiences for every show with his celebrity guests, live music, and trademark humor. From the light entertainment shows that made him a household name to film reviews, comedy panel shows, and hosting awards ceremonies, Jonathan Ross is showbiz.
His charming style means he gets far more from his guests than any other interviewer, as stars spill their secrets. Must-watch TV has never been so much fun. Special Guests: A look back at some of the most memorable moments from the recent series of the talk show.
Among the guests featured are Oprah Winfrey, Sandra Bullock, Tom Hanks, James Corden, Paul McCartney, Celine Dion, Michael Douglas, Kit Harrington, Samuel L. Jackson, Jack Black, David Attenborough, etc.
2021/S18: – Ep1 (10/25): Brian Cox (“Succession”), Dame Joan Collins, Alex Scott, Rob Beckett, Duran Duran – Ep2 (11/1): Ed Sheeran, John Barnes, Judi Love, Will Poulter.
AVAILABLE JANUARY 25
The Repair Shop Seasons 1-2 | New to BritBox | S1: 15 x 30, S2: 15 x 45 | All at Once
“The Repair Shop” follows a workshop where broken or damaged family heirlooms are brought back to life. Furniture restorer and presenter Jay Blades hosts fellow furniture restorers, horologists, metal workers, ceramicists, upholsterers, and other skilled craftsmen of all types are brought together to work in one space to restore much-loved possessions to their former glory.
Many of these items have incredible stories behind them and a unique place in history.
AVAILABLE JANUARY 29
Murderland S1 | New to BritBox | 3 x 60 | All at Once
Cracker star Robbie Coltrane stars in a thriller told from three different perspectives. “Murderland” tells a traumatic murder story through the eyes of three central characters: Carrie, the daughter of the murdered woman; Hain, the detective in charge of the investigation; and Sally, the murder victim.
Clever and compelling, “Murderland” poses the question: Can you move on from terrible, unexplained events that befell you as a child and grow up to make a new life? Or will you be forever trapped, haunted, unable to live fully until you know the truth?
“Murderland” is a knife-edge thriller of revenge, redemption, and rough justice, where three different perspectives eventually piece together the truth. As the investigation unfolds, Carrie’s yearning to discover who murdered her mother becomes obsessive, bringing her closer to Gordon Hain.
In the end, Carrie holds the key to the killer, but is the past sometimes better laid to rest when those you trust have the most to hide and, chillingly, are now the people from whom you may have the most to fear….
Mirko Parlevliet has been reporting on the entertainment industry since 1998 and founded Vital Thrills to provide the latest news on streaming, movies, and TV shows. He previously created the websites ComingSoon, SuperHeroHype, and ShockTillYouDrop.