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Tales Of The Unexpected - The Complete First Series Movie
Although Roald Dahl is most famous for his children's books, he was also an accomplished writer of adult fiction. First transmitted on ITV-1 in 1979, the programme's iconic title sequence and haunting theme tune created by prolific TV composer Ron Grainer ensured that Tales of the Unexpected would be a memorable experience for viewers. Each episode was a stand alone story and features Oscar (R) winning actors such as Sir John Gielgud and Jose Ferrer and other performers like Joan Collins, Peter Bowles and Brian Blessed. Each episode had a 'twist in the tale' which not only entertained but more often than not also enthralled and shocked the public, making Tales of the Unexpected the water cooler TV programme of its day. Sometimes shocking but always surprising, the first series contains all nine episodes from the programme's first run. Episode listing: Man From The South - The flamboyant stranger goads a young sailor into taking a frightening bet while on holiday in Jamaica. The stakes are high. He could win an expensive car or lose a finger. What will be the outcome of this gruesome gamble, and who is the mysterious woman with a macabre secret? (Original ITV Transmission 24 March 1979). Mrs. Bixby And The Colonel's Coat - Mrs Bixby has been having an affair with a wealthy retired hunting colonel. When the colonel decides to end the affair, he gives her a beautiful mink coat. But how can she explain the gift to her husband without arousing his suspicions? (Original ITV Transmission 31 March 1979). William And Mary - Mary is the bossed and bullied wife of William, a brilliant but dominating academic. Even after his death he plans to dominate her life by persuading an eminent neurosurgeon to perform a macabre and sensational experiment. But Mary is determined to hold on to her freedom. (Original ITV Transmission 7 April 1979). Lamb To The Slaughter - A distraught pregnant wife arrives home to find her policeman husband strangely murdered. A colleague called in to investigate the killing is baffled. What mysterious weapon did the killer use to batter in the dead man's skull? And why can't it be found? (Original ITV Transmission 14 April 1979). The Landlady - Billy Weaver is delighted with his digs but he gradually gets an uneasy feeling about the place. The last two guests signed in over two years ago. Why has no one stayed there since? (Original ITV Transmission 21 April 1979). Neck - The rich, beautiful and seductive Lady Turton rules her husband Sir Basil with a rod of iron. She flaunts her lovers in front of him, but Sir Basil and his disapproving butler Jelks see the perfect chance to get their revenge... (Original ITV Transmission 28 April 1979). Edward The Conqueror - Louisa takes in a strange cat against the wishes of her husband Edward. She believes the creature is a re-incarnation of the composer Franz Liszt. Her infatuation with the cat becomes an obsession and Edward feels threatened by it's powerful hold o
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