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Thames Television

In the 1968 franchise round, ABC experienced a major setback as they lost both their weekend franchises. However, the Independent Television Authority (ITA) sought to prevent their loss, and proposed a merger between ABC and Rediffusion, with ABC holding a 51% majority ownership. Although some in the industry viewed the merger as an ‘unhappy marriage’, it resulted in the creation of one of the network’s most successful franchises.

Thames Television launched on July 30th, 1968 with a live broadcast of cricket and went on to produce a variety of well-received shows across different genres. Despite controversies, such as their coverage of the Sex Pistols and attempts to adapt the popular show Dallas, Thames made a lasting impact with the ground-breaking documentary ‘Death on the Rock’ for the ‘This Week’ programme.

Despite the government’s objections, the programme remains a notable moment in the history of Thames Television. Sadly, the franchise came to an end on December 31st, 1992. Since then, Thames has continued to make its mark, having played a role in launching UK Gold and contributing programmes to both the BBC and ITV. Today, the Thames name is owned by Fremantle, which continues to use it, as well as that of its sister company, Euston Films, for its productions.

In-Vision Continuity

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1976

Views: 493

Likes: 5

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In-Vision Continuity

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1978

Views: 623

Likes: 1

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1980

Views: 210

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In-Vision Continuity

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1981

Views: 180

Likes: 0

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In-Vision Continuity

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1981

Views: 225

Likes: 1

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1981

Views: 174

Likes: 0

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1981

Views: 171

Likes: 0

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In-Vision Continuity

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25th December 1981

Views: 286

Likes: 1

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In-vision Continuity

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1983

Views: 405

Likes: 0

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In-Vision Continuity

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7th September 1982

Views: 281

Likes: 1

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity

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1984

Views: 174

Likes: 0

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25th December 1984

Views: 276

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1987

Views: 235

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Date unknown

Views: 141

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Date unknown

Views: 130

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1988

Views: 130

Likes: 0

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1988

Views: 121

Likes: 0

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1989

Views: 220

Likes: 0

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1989

Views: 169

Likes: 0

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1989

Views: 188

Likes: 0

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24th August 1989

Views: 257

Likes: 1

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In-Vision Continuity

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27th October 1989

Views: 327

Likes: 1

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23rd March 1990

Views: 323

Likes: 0

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23rd March 1990

Views: 416

Likes: 2

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1990

Views: 205

Likes: 0

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1990

Views: 238

Likes: 0

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1990

Views: 211

Likes: 1

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1990

Views: 172

Likes: 0

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16th January 1991

Views: 284

Likes: 1

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6th March 1991

Views: 320

Likes: 3

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1989

Views: 247

Likes: 0

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Jenny Ogwen

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1986

Views: 180

Likes: 2

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Patricia Yorston

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1987

Views: 156

Likes: 0

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Date unknown

Views: 115

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In-Vision Continuity – Patricia Yorston

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Date unknown

Views: 118

Likes: 0

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In-Vision Continuity – Patricia Yorston

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1988

Views: 109

Likes: 0

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In-Vision Continuity – Patricia Yorston

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1988

Views: 130

Likes: 0

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In-Vision Continuity – Patricia Yorston

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1988

Views: 119

Likes: 0

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In-Vision Continuity – Patricia Yorston

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1987

Views: 135

Likes: 0

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In-Vision Continuity – Patricia Yorston

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Date unknown

Views: 139

Likes: 0

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In-vision Continuity – Patricia Yorston

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4th April 1988

Views: 124

Likes: 0

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In-vision Continuity – Patricia Yorston

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4th April 1988

Views: 129

Likes: 0

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In-Vision Continuity – Patricia Yorston

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Date unknown

Views: 135

Likes: 0

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In-vision Continuity – Patricia Yorston

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Date unknown

Views: 140

Likes: 0

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In-Vision Continuity – Patricia Yorston

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1987

Views: 118

Likes: 0

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In-Vision Continuity – Patricia Yorston

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1987

Views: 116

Likes: 0

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In-Vision Continuity – Peter Marshall

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Date unknown

Views: 332

Likes: 1

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Peter Marshall

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1980

Views: 213

Likes: 0

Format: 4:3

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