The 1980s
Head back 40 years (yes, 40) to explore Thatcher's Britain through telly from the decade.
The Challenge—Around the World in 80 Days with Michael Palin
Actor and writer Michael Palin takes up the challenge to emulate Phileas Fogg's adventure.
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The Moral Dimension—Yes Minister, Series 3
Jim Hacker has to balance conflicting moral demands when he travels to Qumran.
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Back to the Manor—To the Manor Born, Series 3
Audrey's hopes of regaining her position as lady of the manor look like being dashed.
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Episode 1—Bread, Series 5
Errant cousin Shifty is released from prison and comes to stay with Grandad.
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Episode 3—Ever Decreasing Circles, Series 4
Paul and girlfriend Sarah join Hilda, Howard, Ann and Martin on a weekend away.
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After All This Time—Just Good Friends, Series 1
Penny bumps into former fiance Vince, who abandoned her at the altar five years earlier.
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Episode 5—The Lenny Henry Show, Series 1
An edition of Lenny's character sketch show, introducing boxer Joe 'Bomber' Baxter.
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The Foretelling—Blackadder, The Black Adder
Comic chaos ensues when Edmund accidentally kills King Richard III.
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The Gateau from the Chateau—'Allo 'Allo!, Series 2
Everyone has a plan to finish off General von Klinkerhoffen, but will anyone succeed?
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Episode 5—Alas Smith and Jones, Series 1
Sketches include the face of pop music in 1984 and a visit to Antiques Roadshow.
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The Reluctant Traveller—Open All Hours, Series 2
Granville invites the milkwoman over for dinner when Arkwright goes to a hotel.
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25/12/1984—Wogan
Wogan talks to Victoria Principal, Freddie Starr, Kiri Te Kanawa and Elton John. (1984)
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Demolition—The Young Ones, Series 1
A demolition order from the council prompts Vyvyan to destroy the house himself.
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Fish—Ken Hom's Chinese Cookery
Ken Hom visits a Hong Kong fishing village, and cooks steamed fish. (1984)
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1. George - The Big Decision—A Change of Sex
Groundbreaking series following Julia Grant through her life as a transgender person.
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Provence—Floyd on France
Keith Floyd celebrates the great gastronomic regions of France. (1987)
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Desert Island Discs—Arena
A celebration of Roy Plomley's radio favourite with some celebrity castaways' help.
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Christmas Night with the Two Ronnies—The Two Ronnies
The Two Ronnies star in a Christmas programme of sketches, jokes and songs from 1987.
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The Mini Is 30—The Friday Documentary
Documentary from 1989. The world's most famous small car celebrates its 30th birthday.
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The '85 Black Ball Final: Final Frame—Snooker: World Championship, The '85 Final
A full replay of the final, dramatic frame of the 1985 World Snooker Championship.
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Chelsea Hotel—Arena
Chelsea Hotel in New York, a haven for some of the 20th century's greatest talent. (1981)
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The Pleasure of Finding Things Out—Horizon, 1981-1982
Professor Richard Feynman of Caltech talks about his life and career.
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Kenneth Williams—Comic Roots, Series 2
Kenneth Williams explores his roots in and around St Pancras where he grew up.
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Carla Lane—Behind the Screen
Nell Mullarkey meets the highly successful comedy writer Carla Lane. (1989)
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