The British Invasion
"The British Invasion" is a four-part music series celebrating British acts who found success on both sides of the Atlantic during the 1960s, focusing on Dusty Springfield, the Small Faces, Herman's Hermits and Gerry and the Pacemakers.
- 2010-2010
- 1 season
- Documentary, Music
"The British Invasion" is a four-part music series celebrating British acts who found success on both sides of the Atlantic during the 1960s, focusing on Dusty Springfield, the Small Faces, Herman's Hermits and Gerry and the Pacemakers.
Season 1 Episode Guide
4 Episodes 2010
Episode 1
Small Faces
60 mins
A look at the short but brilliant career of The Small Faces, featuring interviews with original members and performances of classic hits, including Itchycoo Park and Lazy Sunday.
Episode 2
Gerry and the Pacemakers
60 mins
Interviews combine with performance footage in this fascinating look at a band who were at the forefront of the British assault on the US charts.
Episode 3
Herman's Hermits
60 mins
Performances of their biggest hits, including I'm Into Something Good and new interviews give a revealing portrait of one of the biggest selling bands of the 60s.
Episode 4
Dusty Springfield
60 mins
One of Britain's greatest female vocalists, Dusty Springfield made some of the finest recordings of the 60s. Friends' recollections are mixed with performance footage.