BBC Two will celebrate Dames Judi Dench, Maggie Smith, Joan Plowright and Eileen Atkins in a one-off programme later this year.

Nothing Like a Dame will see the acting icons reflect on their lives and careers. The programme is being directed by Roger Michell.

It will see the old friends spend a weekend together at the retreat once shared by Joan Plowright and Laurence Olivier, reflecting on their time living through some of the most extraordinary dramatic landmarks of the 20th and 21st centuries.

No word yet on when we’ll get to see it, my guess is around the festive season.