Launched in 1998, BBC America increased its reach to 45 million US homes in 2005/06.

The channel continues to be one of the most critically acclaimed networks in the US, with hugely successful British exports such as Waking the Dead, Wire in the Blood, Conviction, Footballers’ Wives, The Robinsons and Cash in the Attic.

In 2005/06, BBC America continued its awards success with a Golden Globe nomination and a
Peabody Award for Blackpool (called Viva Blackpool in the US).