Four Rooms

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  • 2011
  • 3 Seasons
  • 7.1  (118)

Four Rooms is a British television series that first aired on Channel 4 in 2011. The show follows the premise of four dealers in contemporary art and antiques who are based in four separate rooms. Each participant is given the chance to present their unique and intriguing items to the dealers and see if they can interest them in making an offer to buy them. The show is presented by Alex Proud, Sarah Beeny, and Anita Rani, each offering their own unique perspective on the curiosities presented to them.

The setup of the show is simple but effective. Each episode features a diverse range of items, from life-size statues to rare jewelry, historical documents, vintage clothing, and more. The sellers are given just a few minutes to pitch their items to the dealers in their respective rooms in the hope of securing a sale. The dealers then have the opportunity to make a blind offer, which is then revealed to the seller. The seller then has to decide whether to accept the dealer's offer, gamble on a better deal from another dealer, or walk away with no sale.

The show is fast-paced and engaging, with each episode offering a mix of curious items and sellers who are passionate about their collections. The dealers are also unique characters, each with their own specialty and style. From the bold and boisterous auctioneer Celia Sawyers, to the quirky and eclectic Jeff Salmon, the dealers provide an entertaining dynamic to the show. The sellers themselves come from all walks of life and have fascinating stories to share about how they obtained their precious items.

One of the show's signature features is the negotiation element. The dealers are not allowed to communicate with one another during the show, which means there is no way of knowing what the other dealers have offered for a particular item. This creates a tense and exciting atmosphere during the negotiations as the sellers weigh up the risks and rewards of their choices.

The show also has a charitable element, with 20% of the profits generated by the dealers going towards a charity of the seller's choice. This adds an extra layer of meaning to the show, as the sellers are able to use their passion for collecting to support a good cause.

One of the standout features of Four Rooms is its presentation. The show is beautifully shot, with sleek, modern set design and a stylish atmosphere that perfectly complements the items on display. The presenters are all engaging and knowledgeable, with Alex Proud offering a more high-brow perspective, Sarah Beeny bringing her practical and down-to-earth approach, and Anita Rani adding an infusion of cultural diversity.

Overall, Four Rooms is an entertaining and engaging show that offers something for everyone - whether you love antiques and art, enjoy seeing the lives and stories of everyday people, or simply enjoy the tension and drama of a good negotiation. With a fantastic cast of characters and a unique twist on a classic format, Four Rooms is a must-watch show for anyone interested in the world of art and antiques.

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Seasons
Episode 30
30. Episode 30
 
Will any of the dealers be tempted by rare Doctor Who artwork, a drum skin signed by Elvis Presley and Frank Sinatra, or a fireplace that was once owned by JRR Tolkein?
Series 4 Episode 15
29. Series 4 Episode 15
 
Are any of the dealers tempted by a textbook once owned by Florence Nightingale, a weapon of mass destruction or a controversial image of John Lennon?
Series 4 Episode 14
28. Series 4 Episode 14
 
Shaun Clarkson, Tom Bolt, Wendy Meakin and Maurice Amdur are tempted by, among other things, rare House of Commons menus, a painting of the Manchester derby and an antique penny farthing
Series 4 Episode 13
27. Series 4 Episode 13
 
The dealers are tempted by, among other things, a chair made from human hair, a royal portrait, human Airfix art and one of the first British passports
Series 4 Episode 12
26. Series 4 Episode 12
 
Can a glove worn by Rocky Marciano, hats worn by Michael Jackson, a clock once owned by Elton John or a T-shirt worn by Arnold Schwarzenegger in Terminator 2 earn their owners big money?
Series 4 Episode 11
25. Series 4 Episode 11
 
Will the dealers offer big money for a telegram about the sinking of the Titanic, a collection of Elton John's suits, a rare printer's chest or a Thomas Weaver painting?
Series 4 Episode 10
24. Series 4 Episode 10
 
Can a Banksy print, a Spice Girl outfit or stencil art from the urban artist Pure Evil earn their owners life-changing sums of money?
Series 4 Episode 9
23. Series 4 Episode 9
 
Can a paper peacock, a Gilbert and George glass or Usain Bolt's running shoes tempt the dealers to part with life-changing sums of money?
Series 4 Episode 8
22. Series 4 Episode 8
 
Can rare Buddhist scrolls, a two-headed pheasant, Lord of the Rings first editions or a very rare Hermes bag earn their owners life-changing sums of money?
Series 4 Episode 7
21. Series 4 Episode 7
 
Will Alex Proud, Gordon Watson, Celia Sawyer or Johnny Elichaoff offer big money for a 16th-century silver figure, a rare processional cross or a dress worn by a Lady Gaga waxwork?
Series 4 Episode 6
20. Series 4 Episode 6
 
Can a state crown, an Andy Warhol Polaroid, an original Elvis poster or a unique table made from a Spitfire earn their owners life-changing sums of money?
Series 4 Episode 5
19. Series 4 Episode 5
 
Will the dealers be tempted to offer members of the public life-changing sums of money for a model fire engine, a Jaws script or a very rare Louis Vuitton trunk?
Series 4 Episode 4
18. Series 4 Episode 4
 
Can some rare Matchbox cars, a World War II battery box, a necklace made from human hair or two rare stone cherubs from St Paul's Cathedral earn their owners life-changing sums of money?
Series 4 Episode 3
17. Series 4 Episode 3
 
Can a rare silver bottle, Alec Guinness's hat, posters from Muhammad Ali's iconic fights or a Banksy mural tempt the dealers to offer members of the public life-changing sums of money?
Series 4 Episode 2
16. Series 4 Episode 2
 
Will the dealers be tempted by a Tornado nose-cone, a watch said to have been owned by Jack the Ripper or a training bomb?
Series 4 Episode 1
15. Series 4 Episode 1
 
Alex Proud, Gordon Watson, Celia Sawyer and Johnny Elichaoff are tempted by a textbook signed by Diana, Princess of Wales, vintage ski posters and jewels said to have been found in the Buddha's tomb
Series 3 Episode 14
14. Series 3 Episode 14
 
Will any of the dealers be tempted by a scooter signed by the 'Modfather' Paul Weller, two Spitting Image puppets or an original telegraph about the Titanic sinking?
Series 3 Episode 13
13. Series 3 Episode 13
 
Will any of the dealers be tempted by an early seaside girlie machine, a sketch by Andy Warhol, the skeleton of a cave bear or a giant ammonite?
Series 3 Episode 12
12. Series 3 Episode 12
 
Can members of the public secure life-changing sums of money in return for one of the first flushing public toilets, a mannequin lamp, a Miro painting or the Queen... in stone?
Series 3 Episode 11
11. Series 3 Episode 11
 
Can members of the public secure life-changing sums of money in return for a script from Star Wars, an armistice message from World War I or a rare pistol from the Titanic?
Series 3 Episode 10
10. Series 3 Episode 10
 
Will any of the dealers be tempted by rare and personal Kate Bush memorabilia, two beautiful wooden swans or a wallet said to have belonged to Oliver Cromwell?
Series 3 Episode 9
9. Series 3 Episode 9
 
How much will the dealers offer for a self-portrait by The Who bassist John Entwistle, a Star Wars arcade machine, a rare pocket watch and a large copper octopus?
Series 3 Episode 8
8. Series 3 Episode 8
 
Can members of the public earn life-changing sums for the Queen Mother's handbag, a guitar signed by the Rolling Stones or a hat placed on top of Nelson's Column during the Olympics?
Series 3 Episode 7
7. Series 3 Episode 7
 
Alex Proud, Gordon Watson, Celia Sawyer and Johnny Elichaoff are tempted by, among other things, rare political photographs, a book of the occult and a Neolithic axe
Series 3 Episode 6
6. Series 3 Episode 6
 
The dealers are tempted by, among other things, two diamond-encrusted guitars, a rare music box, a Victorian fire screen and a very rare film poster for Thunderball
Series 3 Episode 5
5. Series 3 Episode 5
 
How much will David Sonnenthal, Peter Ratcliffe, Tamara Beckwith and Raj Bisram offer for Nelson's will, an original Wembley seat, Danny La Rue's dresses and a seven-legged lamb?
Series 3 Episode 4
4. Series 3 Episode 4
 
The collectables in this episode include a signed programme from the Beatles film Help!, four tiaras, a signed guitar by Damien Hirst and a relic said to contain the blood of the saint Thomas Becket
Series 3 Episode 3
3. Series 3 Episode 3
 
Fred Astaire's suitcases, a Dali sculpture, a dress made from car parts and a rare Patek watch are among the collectables that members of the public hope to exchange for life-changing sums of money
Series 3 Episode 2
2. Series 3 Episode 2
 
How much will dealers David Sonnenthal, Peter Ratcliffe, Tamara Beckwith and Raj Bisram offer for Muhammad Ali's boots, a glove worn by Laurence Olivier, Versace sketches and a rhino head?
Series 3 Episode 1
1. Series 3 Episode 1
 
Can sculptures smaller than the end of a pencil, a seat from Highbury stadium or couture clothing made from roadkill tempt the dealers?
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  • Premiere Date
    May 4, 2011
  • IMDB Rating
    7.1  (118)
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