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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 – Peter Marshall

New, it's not

Quality: HQ

20th April 1981

Views: 197

Likes: 0

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Peter Marshall

New, it's not

Quality: HQ

7th October 1981

Views: 176

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Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Peter Marshall

New, it's not

Quality: HQ

28th December 1981

Views: 163

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Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Peter Marshall

New, it's not

Quality: ST

1982

Views: 175

Likes: 0

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Peter Marshall

New, it's not

Quality: HQ

2nd May 1982

Views: 148

Likes: 0

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Peter Marshall

New, it's not

Quality: ST

1982

Views: 146

Likes: 0

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Peter Marshall

New, it's not

Quality: ST

2nd March 1983

Views: 165

Likes: 0

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Peter Marshall

New, it's not

Quality: ST

2nd March 1983

Views: 153

Likes: 0

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Peter Marshall

New, it's not

Quality: ST

9th June 1983

Views: 167

Likes: 0

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Peter Marshall

New, it's not

Quality: ST

1983

Views: 253

Likes: 0

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Peter Marshall

New, it's not

Quality: ST

1983

Views: 269

Likes: 0

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Peter Marshall

New, it's not

Quality: HQ

28th December 1983

Views: 187

Likes: 0

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Peter Marshall

New, it's not

Quality: HQ

30th May 1984

Views: 186

Likes: 0

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Peter Marshall

New, it's not

Quality: ST

1984

Views: 153

Likes: 0

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Peter Marshall

New, it's not

Quality: ST

1984

Views: 186

Likes: 0

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Peter Marshall

New, it's not

Quality: HQ

27th March 1985

Views: 236

Likes: 0

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Peter Marshall

New, it's not

Quality: HQ

Date unknown

Views: 193

Likes: 0

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Peter Marshall

New, it's not

Quality: ST

Date unknown

Views: 166

Likes: 0

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Peter Marshall

New, it's not

Quality: ST

1986

Views: 219

Likes: 2

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Peter Marshall

New, it's not

Quality: ST

23rd December 1985

Views: 140

Likes: 0

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Peter Marshall

New, it's not

Quality: ST

1986

Views: 209

Likes: 2

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Peter Marshall

New, it's not

Quality: HQ

1986

Views: 196

Likes: 2

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Peter Marshall

New, it's not

Quality: ST

1987

Views: 328

Likes: 4

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Peter Marshall

New, it's not

Quality: ST

1987

Views: 224

Likes: 1

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Peter Marshall

New, it's not

Quality: HQ

24th December 1979

Views: 256

Likes: 0

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Philip Elsmore

New, it's not

Quality: HQ

3rd March 1980

Views: 208

Likes: 0

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Philip Elsmore

New, it's not

Quality: ST

2nd April 1986

Views: 257

Likes: 3

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Philip Elsmore

New, it's not

Quality: ST

1986

Views: 232

Likes: 3

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Philip Elsmore

New, it's not

Quality: ST

3rd September 1986

Views: 173

Likes: 3

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Philip Elsmore

New, it's not

Quality: ST

4th December 1986

Views: 261

Likes: 3

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Philip Elsmore

New, it's not

Quality: ST

4th December 1986

Views: 268

Likes: 3

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Philip Elsmore

New, it's not

Quality: ST

1st January 1987

Views: 181

Likes: 4

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Philip Elsmore

New, it's not

Quality: ST

1987

Views: 132

Likes: 1

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Philip Elsmore

New, it's not

Quality: HQ

1987

Views: 192

Likes: 2

Format: 4:3

In-vision Continuity – Philip Elsmore

New, it's not

Quality: ST

25th December 1987

Views: 246

Likes: 1

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Philip Elsmore

New, it's not

Quality: ST

25th December 1987

Views: 238

Likes: 1

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Philip Elsmore

New, it's not

Quality: HQ

Date unknown

Views: 199

Likes: 0

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Philip Elsmore

New, it's not

Quality: HQ

5th January 1982

Views: 198

Likes: 0

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Philip Elsmore

New, it's not

Quality: HQ

1982

Views: 150

Likes: 1

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Philip Elsmore

New, it's not

Quality: HQ

1982

Views: 200

Likes: 0

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Philip Elsmore

New, it's not

Quality: HQ

Date unknown

Views: 228

Likes: 1

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Philip Elsmore

New, it's not

Quality: LQ

1984

Views: 195

Likes: 0

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Philip Elsmore

New, it's not

Quality: HQ

23rd December 1985

Views: 164

Likes: 0

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Philip Elsmore

New, it's not

Quality: HQ

1986

Views: 300

Likes: 2

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Sally McLaren

New, it's not

Quality: HQ

Date unknown

Views: 177

Likes: 3

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Sally McLaren

New, it's not

Quality: HQ

Date unknown

Views: 155

Likes: 0

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Sally McLaren

New, it's not

Quality: HQ

Date unknown

Views: 197

Likes: 1

Format: 4:3

In-Vision Continuity – Sally McLaren

New, it's not

Quality: HQ

Date unknown

Views: 139

Likes: 0

Format: 4:3

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The information presented has been researched by members of the TVARK team and is offered in good faith, correct to the best of our knowledge. If any factual errors have appeared here inadvertently, then we would be delighted to hear from anyone wishing to offer corrections. All opinions expressed are not intended to cause offence. Should they be a cause of concern or distress to any readers, please contact us immediately so that we can remove or amend them accordingly.