Tales of the Unexpected
7.6
1979
Drama
A British television anthology of stories, often with sinister and wryly comedic undertones, and a twist at the end. With early episodes written and presented by Roald Dahl, the series featured a plethora of big name guest stars.
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Episode 14 : The Turn of the Tide
September. 03,1983
Criminal lawyer Slade has his reasons for wanting his colleague dead. He meticulously plans the perfect murder.
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Episode 13 : Youth from Vienna
July. 02,1983
Being admired by the inventor of an anti-ageing formula is handy for Caroline, who is eager to keep her looks.
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Episode 12 : Hit and Run
May. 10,1983
Dr Roger Ashburn's beautiful wife tells him their marriage is over. Devastated, he begins a new life.
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Episode 11 : The Tribute
June. 25,1983
Three aristocratic women hear of the death of a woman who once served them as a nanny. They agree to go for lunch in her memory.
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Episode 10 : The Luncheon
June. 19,1983
Tony eats a pricey meal with Susan Mandeville, the extravagant wife of a filmmaker who wants the rights to his book.
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Episode 9 : The Wrong 'Un
June. 11,1983
After closing a deal, a German businessman meets an attractive but mysterious girl in a hotel bar.
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Episode 8 : The Vorpal Blade
May. 28,1983
Elderly Teuton Von Baden recalls two men's duel to the death during his student days in Germany.
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Episode 7 : Down Among the Sheltering Palms
May. 21,1983
An ex-soldier meets a beautiful woman on a nostalgic trip back to his old base. But she isn't all she seems.
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Episode 6 : Where's Your Sense of Humour?
April. 14,1983
George Forester is a compulsive prankster. His wife and friends have been victims for many years until one day he goes too far.
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Episode 5 : Heir Presumptuous
May. 07,1983
George Devon, a wealthy rancher, is found murdered. His identical twin nephews stand to inherit his fortune, but one of them was seen at the scene of the crime. Both have alibis and no one can tell them apart.
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Episode 4 : Clerical Error
April. 30,1983
While winding up his late father's affairs, Paul finds a bill demanding over £1,000 for pornography.
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Episode 3 : A Sad Loss
April. 23,1983
Claire and her boyfriend have always counted on inheriting her wealthy aunt's fortune - but they are forced to act fast.
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Episode 2 : The Memory Man
April. 16,1983
Down on his luck, 'Memory Man' Colin agrees to help a shady character remember the number of a station locker. But then he becomes too curious for his own good.
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Episode 1 : A Passing Opportunity
April. 09,1983
Frank is struggling financially and will do anything for money. Even murder.
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