Spring TV to watch out for

Downton Abbey may be over for another year but there's still a lot of brilliant TV on the way. From new BBC dramas to ITV adaptations, these are the must watch shows coming soon in Spring.

By Francesca MenatoPublished: 27 February 2015

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Banished, BBC Two

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A new drama on BBC Two follows the story of the founding of the penal colony in Australia in 1788 after the arrival of the First Fleet. In typical historical drama form, it's all about the people and their relationships.

BBC Two, 5 March

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Arthur and George, ITV

Martin Clunes takes on the key role in the latest ITV adaptation. Arthur and George was originally a novel by Julian Barnes following the mysterious story of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.

ITV, 2 March

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Poldark, BBC One

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It seems we're still not done with revival season. The original 1970s epic Poldark is back and Cornwall is looking as good as ever.

BBC One, March

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War and Peace, BBC One

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The BBC adaptation of Tolstoy's classic has an absolutely stellar cast. From Downton Abbey's Lily James to 12 Years A Slave's Paul Dano, they're not sparing the horses.

Air date as yet unannounced

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Strange and Norrell, BBC One

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This Spring we will finally get to see the long awaited Strange and Norrell. A magnificent story of magic for adults and children alike.

Air date as yet unannounced

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Black Work, ITV

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After the success of Cilla, ITV has got Sheridan Smith back on set for Black Work. The story follows the story of a wife desperate to find out who killed her husband, an undercover policeman who died in mysterious circumstances.

Air date as yet unannounced

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