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It Was Alright in the 70s

Clips from 1970s television are reflected on as an exploration of changing societal mores. Among those watching the clips are those who made the content, those who watched it, and those who were too young to have seen it.

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Matt Lucas
Narrator
Samira Ahmed
Self
Matthew Sweet
Self

Season 3 Episode Guide See All

Episode 1

Panic and Paranoia in the 70s

47 mins

The final series begins with a look at how equal rights, increased immigration and the use of soft drugs began to affect 1970s society - and how such things were depicted onscreen.

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Awards

  • 2015 - BAFTA Scotland Award - Best Features/Factual Entertainment Programme - winner
  • 2015 - Royal Television Society Scotland Award - Factual Entertainment and Features - winner

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