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The Fools on the Hill

Dramatisation of the events surrounding the opening night of British television. August 1936, and the BBC prepares for the world's first high-definition TV service. However, behind the scenes at Alexandra Palace complications arise in more ways than one.

1 hour, 15 minutes

Last on

Thu 3 Nov 201102:50

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RoleContributor
Ellen TownsendLeila Hoffman
WriterJack Rosenthal

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