TV shows of the year 2012
Guardian television writers debate their favourite shows of the past 12 months
Why the Olympics is my TV programme of the year – video
Guardian TV critic Sam Wollaston insists the London Olympics – with the BBC's coverage – was the outstanding TV event of the year
Why The Bridge is my TV programme of the year – video
The Guardian's TV editor and Scandinavian drama addict Vicky Frost explains why Danish/Swedish drama The Bridge is now her thriller of choice
Why Full Metal Jousting is my TV programme of the year - video
Video: The 'original extreme sport' has returned to the 21st century courtesy of Full Metal Jousting. Stuart Heritage explains why it's his favourite TV show of the year
Why Homeland is the best TV programme of 2012 - video
Video: Rebecca Nicholson explains why Homeland season one is her programme of 2012 – and examines the strange story of two series of a once brilliant drama.
Why The Great British Bake Off is the best TV programme of 2012 - video
Video: Andrew Collins explains why The Great British Bake Off is his favourite television show of the past 12 months
