2019 Winners
Channel Of The Year: BBC4
‘Sketch-show impressions of BBC Four as a stuffy channel filled with academics shouting in fields were consigned to history’
Channel Of The Year (Non-PSB): Dave
‘A channel at the top of its game, which has carved out a clear and attractive identity and put original IP at its heart’
Gamechanger Programme of The Year: Al Murray: Why Does Everyone Hate The English?
‘It helped to shift viewers’ perception of the channel at precisely the time it moved from docs to entertainment on the Sky EPG’
Best Drama Programme: Killed By My Debt
‘Killed By My Debt was a savage drama that left me reeling – it was raw, true and brilliantly crafted’
Best Original Web Channel: Barcroft TV
‘A true digital trailblazer with interactive content that more than competes with linear platforms’
Best VR Experience: 1943 Berlin Blitz
‘Excellent use of archive mixed with modern, immersive technology’
Best Documentary Programme: Bros - After The Screaming Stops
‘A surprising, complex unpacking of a relationship, beautifully articulated with a proper beginning, middle and end’
Best Entertainment Channel: Comedy Central
‘Comedy Central feels like it has found a British identity and cleverly marketed and repurposed its heritage brands’
Best Comedy Programme: Fleabag
‘This programme has changed the comedy landscape’
Best Content Partnership or AFP: The Secret Life Of 5 Year Olds On Holiday With Thomas Cook
‘The natural extension of a brilliant brand with a perfectly suited affiliated brand’
Best Short-Form Drama: Random Acts - Snatches: Moments from Women’s Lives - Bovril Pam
‘This drama brilliantly evoked time and place and told a moving yet original female story’
Best Digital Support for a Programme: Derry Girls Social Campaign
‘Simply brilliant and brilliantly simple. It ticked every box in the judging criteria’
Best Short-Form Comedy: Hounslow Diaries
‘For showcasing exceptional new writing talent and producing a laugh-out-loud piece, this is one you’ll want to see more of’
Best Sports and Live Event Coverage: How To Do A World Cup
‘It has revolutionised the way the world’s biggest sporting event is covered’
Best Short-Form Format: Things Not To Say
‘This is truly a short-form show of the moment, dealing with issues that are relevant and delivered in an entertaining, informative way’
Best Factual Channel: Barcroft TV
‘Creative innovation and fresh programming is reflected in Barcroft’s success’
Best Digital Children’s Content: Secret Life Of Boys
‘A complete vision that was executed perfectly for its target audience. It lifted the profile of CBBC’
Best Specialist Channel: Sky News
‘It is the default news channel and market leader and it is owning the most important genre by some distance’
Best Popular Factual Programme: Emma Willis - Delivering Babies
‘A warm, emotional love letter to the NHS. Emma Willis is a presenter at the top of her game’
Best Digital Support for a Strand, Channel or Genre: Body Positive
‘It is doing something meaningful and totally digital – and doing it well’
Best Programme Acquisition: 54 Hours - The Gladbeck Hostage Crisis
‘54 Hours was one of the highlights of BBC Four’s 2018 schedule, exceeding expectations in a Saturday night slot’
Best Short-Form Documentary: Missed Call
‘The ‘gimmick’ is unobtrusive, serves the narrative and gives it a genuine edge over others in the category’
Best Entertainment Programme: Love Island
‘This series took the relationship format to a new level and was impossible to avoid – even if you didn’t watch it’