The 1970s: Those Were the Days
Season 1 Episode 1 of 2
First of a two-part documentary looking back at what it was like living through the early 1970s in Britain, featuring news stories, fads, fashions and essential items of the decade. The programme covers everything from Marc Bolan and David Bowie establishing the new era of glam rock to kids obsessing over toys and transport like Clackers, Choppers and space hoppers. With contributions from Shaun Ryder, Anneka Rice, Anthea Turner, Wayne Sleep, Courtney Pine, Charlie Higson, Zoe Lyons and Samira Ahmed
The 1970s: Those Were the Days airs on 5 +1 at 7:00 PM, Sunday 27 April. (Subtitles, repeat.)
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Education ➝ Science ➝ Factual Topics
General
Mark Lucey
Series Producer
Alison Howe
Executive Producer
Ryan Saunders
Producer