Commissioning documentaries: BBC Two

Commissioning BBC Two

While through research I could not find a set guidelines to what BBC Two is looking for in general I was able to find what they are missing from the timetable.

What are they looking for?

BBC Two is often known for its historical documentaries such as "The Real Versailles"

 as well as its more quirky shows like “The Real Marigold Hotel”

• Documentaries to have a point of view and/or ongoing narrative.
• Lighter access.
•    Ideas that access the world.
•    Documentary that combine wit and intelligence.
• Documentary that have purpose and innovative.
• Documentary that make you question or challenge.
•  Documentary that’s ambitious.
• Documentary that know what they want to say.
• Character-driven series