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The Thirteenth Tale is a 2013 adapatation of the novel by Diane Setterfield. Acclaimed writer Vida Winter is telling her story to a professional biographer. What details might she reveal? Murder? Ghosts? Something stranger? Please send us your comments, questions, requests and complaints. You can reach us at britishinvaders@gmail.com, and you can find us on […]

The Thirteenth Tale is a 2013 adapatation of the novel by Diane Setterfield. When the writer Vida Winter tells her story to a biographer, what strange details might she reveal? Will she tell the truth? Please send us your comments, questions, requests and complaints. You can reach us at britishinvaders@gmail.com, and you can find us […]

The Phoenix and the Carpet was a 1997 BBC adaptation of Edith Nesbit’s children’s novel of the same name. When a group of young siblings find a strange egg and a magic carpet, they’re in for some adventures! Please send us your comments, questions, requests and complaints. You can reach us at britishinvaders@gmail.com, and you […]

The Phoenix and the Carpet was a 1997 BBC adaptation of Edith Nesbit’s children’s novel of the same name. When a group of young siblings find a strange egg and a magic carpet, they’re in for some adventures! Please send us your comments, questions, requests and complaints. You can reach us at britishinvaders@gmail.com, and you […]

Jackanory was a BBC series of story readings that originally ran from 1965 to 1996. This 2006 revival brought us two new stories: Muddle Earth and The Magician of Samarkand. John Sessions and Sir Ben Kingsley narrate the comedy and drama — blended with live performances, computer graphics and some lovely illustrations. Please send us […]

Jackanory was a BBC series of story readings that originally ran from 1965 to 1996. This 2006 revival brought us two new stories: Muddle Earth and The Magician of Samarkand. The readers are John Sessions and Sir Ben Kingsley. Please send us your comments, questions, requests and complaints. You can reach us at britishinvaders@gmail.com, and […]

Apparitions is a BBC occult investigation series from 2008. Catholic priest and an exorcist Father Jacob Myers is meant to be evaluating potential miracles, but his investigations seem to lead him towards demonic possession and a battle between good and evil. Please send us your comments, questions, requests and complaints. You can reach us at […]

Apparitions is a BBC occult investigation series from 2008. Father Jacob Myers is a Catholic priest and an exorcist. His investigations may lead towards demonic possession and more…. Please send us your comments, questions, requests and complaints. You can reach us at britishinvaders@gmail.com, and you can find us on the British Invaders Facebook Group. We […]

Robin of Sherwood: The New Audio Adventures is a set of four audios based on the 1980s ITV series Robin of Sherwood. Most of the original cast returns for these new productions! We’re covering a four-CD box set that includes full-cast audio dramas, a narrated adventure and a small-cast production. Please send us your comments, […]

Robin of Sherwood: The New Audio Adventures is a set of four audios based on the 1980s ITV series Robin of Sherwood. Most of the original cast returns for these new productions! Please send us your comments, questions, requests and complaints. You can reach us at britishinvaders@gmail.com, and you can find us on the British […]

Tales of Unease was a 1970 anthology series from ITV. Its seven episodes covered topics from science fiction to the supernatural to the psychological…. Please send us your comments, questions, requests and complaints. You can reach us at britishinvaders@gmail.com, and you can find us on the British Invaders Facebook Group. We are also on Threads […]

Tales of Unease was an ITV anthology series from 1970. It ranged from science fiction to the supernatural to psychological stories. Please send us your comments, questions, requests and complaints. You can reach us at britishinvaders@gmail.com, and you can find us on the British Invaders Facebook Group. We are also on Threads and Instagram. British […]

The Wind in the Willows is a BBC adaptation of Kenneth Grahame’s classic children’s book from 1908. This version was first broadcast in 2006 or 2007 (depending on the country). Mole and Rat are dealing with Toad’s ever-faster pursuits. What kind of trouble is waiting for Toad? Please send us your comments, questions, requests and […]

The Wind in the Willows is a BBC adaptation of Kenneth Grahame’s classic children’s book from 1908. This version was first broadcast in 2006 or 2007 (depending on the country). Mole and Rat are having a lovely time in the country. How will things change when Toad pursues another new hobby? Please send us your […]

The Lost World was a 2001 BBC adaptation of Arthur Conan Doyle’s 1912 novel. Professor Challenger leads an expedition to a mysterious part of South America. The scientist and explorer believes there might be dinosaurs and other creatures on a hidden plateau. What might this team discover there? Please send us your comments, questions, requests […]

The Lost World was a 2001 BBC adaptation of Arthur Conan Doyle’s classic novel. The scientist and explorer Professor Challenger is trying to mount an expedition to a mysterious part of South America. What might Challenger and his crew of adventurers find there? Please send us your comments, questions, requests and complaints. You can reach […]

The Borrowers was a 2011 BBC adaptation of Mary Norton’s 1952 children’s book. Christopher Eccleston stars in this Christmas-themed take on the story of tiny people interacting with full-sized “human beans”. Please send us your comments, questions, requests and complaints. You can reach us at britishinvaders@gmail.com, and you can find us on the British Invaders […]

The Borrowers was a 2011 BBC adaptation of Mary Norton’s classic book from 1952. Christopher Eccleston stars in this Christmas-themed take on the story of tiny people interacting with full-sized humans. Please send us your comments, questions, requests and complaints. You can reach us at britishinvaders@gmail.com, and you can find us on the British Invaders […]

Object Z was a 1965 ITV serial about a large mysterious object approaching Earth. What happens if it strikes the Earth? Can we stop it? How will politicians and people around the world react? Please send us your comments, questions, requests and complaints. You can reach us at britishinvaders@gmail.com, and you can find us on […]

Object Z was a 1965 ITV serial about a large mysterious object approaching Earth. What damage could it cause if it does strike the Earth? How will people react to this news? Please send us your comments, questions, requests and complaints. You can reach us at britishinvaders@gmail.com, and you can find us on the British […]

River was a 2015 BBC police procedural with a supernatural twist. Can John River (Stellan Skarsgard) solve the murder of Jackie Stevenson (Nicola Walker)? What will she have to say about that? Please send us your comments, questions, requests and complaints. You can reach us at britishinvaders@gmail.com, and you can find us on the British […]

The Avengers was first broadcast on January 7, 1961 — 65 years ago today! This classic series had John Steed working alongside Emma Peel, Cathy Gale and others for all kinds of spy adventures. There were more than a few sci-fi twists along the way! Please send us your comments, questions, requests and complaints. You […]

River was a 2015 police procedural from the BBC with a supernatural twist. Please send us your comments, questions, requests and complaints. You can reach us at britishinvaders@gmail.com, and you can find us on the British Invaders Facebook Group. We are also on Threads and Instagram. British Invaders is an audio podcast that discusses television […]

Susan Hill’s The Small Hand: A Ghost Story was a 2019 adaptation of the 2010 novel by Susan Hill. It was the first Christmas ghost story to debut on Channel 5. It’s also known as Susan Hill’s Ghost Story and The Small Hand. A Ghost Story. Please send us your comments, questions, requests and complaints. […]

Susan Hill’s The Small Hand: A Ghost Story was a 2019 adaptation of the 2010 novel by Susan Hill. It was the first Christmas ghost story to debut on Channel 5. It’s also known as Susan Hill’s Ghost Story and The Small Hand. A Ghost Story. Please send us your comments, questions, requests and complaints. […]