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, Series 1
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, Series 1
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
Kenneth Williams explores his roots in and around London's 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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