Thames Television Movie Trailers
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Richard Williams and the Thief Who Never Gave Up Trailer (1982)
01 January 1982
A documentary about the animator, Richard Williams,
The Quatermass Conclusion Trailer (1979)
24 October 1979
Influenced by the social and geopolitical situation of the early nineteen-seventies and the hippie youth movement of the late nineteen-sixties, Quatermass is set in a near future in which large numbers of young people are joining a cult, the “Planet People”, and gathering at ancient sites, believing they will be transported to a better life on another planet.
The Luddites Trailer (1988)
23 June 1988
In 1812 there were violent disturbances in Yorkshire when new machines were introduced into the wool industry.
The Quiet Days of Mrs Stafford Trailer (1981)
12 August 1981
Mr and Mrs Stafford decide to run an "open" marriage, which, of course, relies on complete honesty.
Competition Trailer (1971)
05 October 1971
An out of work man must take his son to a school poetry competition while accompanied by his friendly neighbours, of which, he's not too secretly been having an affair with the wife.
A Small Dance Trailer (1991)
16 November 1991
In the emptiness of the Lincolnshire fens, rural teenager Donna feels trapped in a joyless life with a domineering father and a dull job at the food factory.
A Bit of a Lift Trailer (1973)
25 September 1973
A man meets a woman at a wedding and manages to sweet talk her, only to end up inadvertently helping out another male.
Russian Roulette Trailer (1973)
06 November 1973
It's 1865, Fiodor in St, Petersburg is reluctantly supporting his dead wife's family, when he meets new love in the form of Anna and a new life beckons escaping away and traveling Europe.
A Fluid Arrangement Trailer (1972)
26 September 1972
Ernie decides to pack up and go to sea, however he had not taken into account the repercussions that would be felt by those around him.
Father Dear Father Trailer (1973)
25 May 1973
After divorcing his wife, Patrick Glover decides it is time to remarry, and chooses his literary agent, only to then mistakenly propose to the cleaning lady.
Detective Waiting Trailer (1971)
14 September 1971
A cat and mouse game develops between a big man of crime and a young detective constable. But the big man doesn't realize, that this mouse roars.
Bellman and True Trailer (1987)
12 November 1987
Hiller, a computer expert, was bribed by group of bank robbers to obtain details of the security system at a newly-built bank.
It's Your Move Trailer (1982)
18 October 1982
A silent slapstick comedy depicting the travails of young couple moving into a new home, who hire an accident-prone firm of house removers, headed by Sykes.
A Better Class of Person Trailer (1985)
02 January 1985
Adaptation of John Osborne's autobiography about his early life, showing his much-loved but frail father and combative relationship with his mother.
Say Goodnight to Your Grandma Trailer (1970)
27 October 1970
Colin Welland's play about a wife, her mother, her mother-in-law and conflict.
Curse of the Mummy Trailer (1970)
23 February 1970
An archaeologist unearths the mummy of an Egyptian queen. He doesn't realize that his daughter has a strong resemblance to the dead queen, and soon the mummy awakens.
Hitting Town Trailer (1976)
26 April 1976
Ralph decides to give his sister Clare a night on the town to cheer her up. They visit a burger bar and a disco in a modern precinct, and Clare gets slightly drunk.
Frankenstein Trailer (1968)
11 November 1968
A version of the famous story in which Ian Holm plays both Dr. Frankenstein and the Creature he puts together from parts of dead bodies and brings to life in his laboratory.
Twelfth Night, or What You Will Trailer (1988)
30 December 1988
The tale begins when a brother and sister are separated in a shipwreck, but survive to be washed up on the shore of Illyria.
Stainless Steel and the Star Spies Trailer (1981)
01 January 1981
The Metaliens, alien robots intent on galactic domination, encounter a major setback. Their enormous Space Saucer, 'Compromise', enters a black hole in a strange, uncharted region of Space, and collides with another craft – sending the Kleptonite Ball, their precious cargo and the key to Universal Conquest, hurtling to a planet inhabited by primitive life forms: Earth.
Carry On Christmas Trailer (1969)
24 December 1969
Ebenezer Scrooge is a misery on Christmas, not allowing people money or doing anything to share Christmas cheer around his employees or acquaintances.
Lindsey Trailer (1980)
22 July 1980
Mary and Barry Case's second child, Lindsey, has spina bifida. They must decide whether to allow an operation which would save her life but leave her permanently crippled, or leave her fate to nature.
Nightlife Trailer (1982)
03 August 1982
John meets Susan at a party and they return to his flat in order that she can call a taxi. John's brash neighbour Denny makes his own assumptons, and investigates.
Ireland, Mother Ireland Trailer (1971)
03 August 1971
A story of the timeless futility of war and death by war, of men who fought for their country, killed for a dream of freedom and died because they were betrayed.
Up Among the Cuckoos Trailer (1970)
07 June 1970
A couple rebel against being forced out of their home (in the name of progress) and into a high rise publicly owned apartment.
The Way of the World Trailer (1975)
05 March 1975
In order for Millamant and Mirabell to get married and receive Millamant's full dowry, Mirabell must receive the blessing of Millamant's aunt, Lady Wishfort.
Anywhere but England Trailer (1972)
31 October 1972
Jennifer visiting her Dad living on a Mediterranean Island, finds his way of life is now being threatened by local politics.
Contract Trailer (1981)
15 July 1981
George is a leading industrialist, respected and feared by many. Billy, however, has no fear of him, as he shows when chance brings them together.
A Tribute to Tommy Cooper Trailer (1986)
16 September 1986
A retrospective of the comedy genius of Tommy Cooper, with tributes from the likes of Eamonn Andrewsd
By the Sea Trailer (1982)
12 April 1982
A crusty old General leads his dotty family on a relaxing weekend at the seaside, and comic chaos ensues.
Ingmar Bergman: The Magic Lantern Trailer (1988)
24 May 1988
The first of two documentaries about Ingmar Bergman produced to mark his 70th birthday. Includes behind the scenes "home movies" from Bergman's personal archive, interviews with Bergman recorded over his 40 years in the film industry and passages from his autobiography read by Max von Sydow and Bergman himself.
Sunshine in Brixton Trailer (1976)
19 April 1976
Sixteen-year-old Otis loathes school. He wants to be a professional footballer, but is good at drawing, so his mother wants him to be a draughtsman.
Rosie the Great Trailer (1989)
24 July 1989
The British Government wants to ruin the island of Longsea with a military base that they’re pushi�
The Glory Hole Trailer (1982)
10 August 1982
Cathy and Noel are a Catholic and a protestant soldier. They fall in love, to their cost.
Waldheim: A Commission of Inquiry Trailer (1988)
05 June 1988
A mock trial, featuring 5 international judges, to evaluate whether Austrian president and former U.N.
The Mating Season Trailer (1976)
27 December 1976
Bruce is a widower being pursued by an amorous woman. But is she after him, or his business?
Sea Song Trailer (1974)
10 September 1974
Millionaire recluse Ray Carter takes part in a single handed race across the Atlantic - but soon discovers a stowaway.
The Dolly Scene Trailer (1970)
03 November 1970
Anna can't seem to help ending up with the wrong partner in a line of disastrous affairs. Her hope now lies with a young man from the pop music scene.
In Sickness and in Health Trailer (1975)
21 May 1975
A hard-working doctor must also carry the burden of a turbulent home life, due to the expectations of his demanding wife.
Rumour Trailer (1970)
02 March 1970
A hard-bitten newspaper reporter is drawn back into the world of sleaze he had hoped to have left behind, and this time it goes right to the top.
The Others Trailer (1970)
15 June 1970
Robert and Claire inherited an old Victorian house which they plan to renovate. While visiting the place their car breaks down and they are forced to spend the night there.
Whatever Became of Me? Trailer (1972)
29 August 1972
Peter feels his life has to change, but should he risk his marriage with another woman?
Warm Feet, Warm Heart Trailer (1970)
22 September 1970
Albert has to chose between his wife Ursula and Molly, the cook in his factory. One empties his wallet regularly, the other other feeds him heartily.
Girl on the M1 Trailer (1971)
21 September 1971
A 'lorry driver groupie' decides to start a new life.
Amy, Wonderful Amy Trailer (1974)
22 May 1974
Barbara lives in a fantasy world of trying to become a great woman pilot like her heroine, the late Amy Johnson.
Cork and Bottle Trailer (1977)
24 May 1977
A disillusioned husband and wife take a trip across the Channel, hoping to find themselves. In fact they find the French are not what they expected.
One Chance in Four Trailer (1980)
26 August 1980
Play which examines the conflict between the generations of a Greek-Cypriot family. Dimitri and Trulla are to be married.
Tommy Cooper - The Magic Touch Trailer (1993)
01 January 1993
Tommy Cooper, the hapless magician who was in a league of his own, is joined here by a star-studded selection of guests in previously unseen extracts from his classic TV series.
Franklin's Farm Trailer (1972)
19 September 1972
A grandson's attempt to help his grandma produces problems for the family.
Two Days That Shook the Branch Trailer (1978)
09 May 1978
Des, an enthusiastic incompetent, always promises rather more that he can deliver.
The Company Man Trailer (1970)
06 November 1970
Agnes realizes 'the other woman' in her and Bob's family life is the company he works for. 'The Company' demands total priority and loyalty in Bob's life.
Father's Help Trailer (1971)
19 October 1971
A father who ditched his family life to be free and single again finds some unexpected guests left on his doorstep by his wife who has now done the same.
The Stumbling Block Trailer (1972)
11 December 1972
Alfred decides to move with the times and improve his family business. However, he finds that it's bad enough to be up against strong-minded relations without the biggest stumbling block of all - his own stupid, but well-meaning, son.
The Day of the Janitor Trailer (1981)
08 July 1981
Comedy about a maintenance supervisor in an office block whose idea of the company he works for is changed when he has to fix a leak in an executive's office.
The Prime Minister's Daughter Trailer (1970)
13 July 1970
In a fictitious English parliament, various tactics are employed in the pursuit of power, even to the extent of bismerching member's of a politician's family.
Skirmishes Trailer (1982)
27 July 1982
Two sisters sit at the bedside of their dying mother. One has dedicated herself to looking after her mother, whilst the other has dedicated herself to life, but has returned for the imminent death.
Last Night Another Dissident... Trailer (1981)
01 July 1981
Based on the story of Nina Voronel's husband, a physics professor and Jewish "dissident" in the Soviet Union.
Forget About Me Trailer (1990)
01 January 1990
Two Scottish soldiers stationed in Germany head to Budapest to see a Simple Minds concert and fall for a local girl.
A Touch of the Victorians Trailer (1972)
05 September 1972
An Amateur Drama Troupe putting on a show at an old people's home, start to improvise the script with their own personal problems.
Brussel Sprouts Trailer (1973)
02 October 1973
Two scout patrols from London's East End, meet up on a holiday in Kent and find it was not what they were expecting at all.