A Life in Ten Pictures

From John Lennon to Muhammad Ali, Elizabeth Taylor to Nelson Mandela, A Life in Ten Pictures on BBC Select explores the lives of some of the most iconic people from the past 100 years. These acclaimed celebrity biographical documentaries are like no other and use ten photographs to explore pivotal moments in each star’s lives. From candid pictures taken with friends, family or colleagues to iconic portraits, A Life in Ten Pictures uses photography to tell the full story. And with contributions from those that knew these legends best, get the inside story and learn a few secrets along the way.

Watch a Life in Ten Pictures Season 1 and 2 with BBC Select.

A Life in Ten Pictures Episodes

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