Is Opportunity Knocks coming back?
Opportunity Knocks (1956–1966) on BBC One
The answer: Concluded December 24, 1966.
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About Opportunity Knocks
Opportunity Knocks ended its run on 24 December 1966 on BBC One. The show’s final episode aired on that date, concluding its original series.
Opportunity Knocks was a British talent show that was broadcast on ITV and later revived by the BBC. It was a variety program where contestants performed in hopes of winning a talent competition. The show originally premiered in 1956 and had several runs, with the last ending in 1966. It featured a format that showcased a wide range of performers, from singers to comedians, and was hosted by Hughie Green, Bob Monkhouse, and Les Dawson at different times.
The show was a talent competition series that aired from 1956 to 1966, with a revival period from 1987 to 1990. It was a variety show that aimed to discover and promote new talent across the UK. The program was known for its engaging format and the participation of many aspiring performers over its multiple seasons. The last episode was part of its final season, which concluded in December 1966.
The cast included Hughie Green, Bob Monkhouse, and Les Dawson as presenters.
Opportunity Knocks episode schedule
79 aired
Aired · 79
| Date | Ep. | Title |
|---|---|---|
| December 24, 1966 | S4·E26 | Gala Opportunity Knocks! |
| December 17, 1966 | S4·E25 | Freddie Starr and The Delmonts |
| December 10, 1966 | S4·E24 | Episode 24 |
| December 3, 1966 | S4·E23 | Episode 23 |
| November 26, 1966 | S4·E22 | Episode 22 |
| November 19, 1966 | S4·E21 | Tony Avon and Roger, Sharon Campbell, Jean Goulding, Vadell and Sue, Graham and Shack |
| November 12, 1966 | S4·E20 | The ABC Television Showband, The Silverstone Set |
| November 5, 1966 | S4·E19 | Ruth Saxon, Brenda Guidon and Barnard Hynes, The Darrell Sisters, The Fylde Coast Jazzmen, Sheree Starr |
| October 29, 1966 | S4·E18 | Episode 18 |
| October 22, 1966 | S4·E17 | Episode 17 |
| October 15, 1966 | S4·E16 | Episode 16 |
| October 8, 1966 | S4·E15 | Episode 15 |
| October 1, 1966 | S4·E14 | Episode 14 |
| September 24, 1966 | S4·E13 | All Winners' Show |
| September 17, 1966 | S4·E12 | Wilf and Ted Cousins, Associated Arts Dancers, Eric Devereaux, Margaret Williams, Grenville Thisby |
| September 10, 1966 | S4·E11 | Episode 11 |
| September 3, 1966 | S4·E10 | The 4 Statesmen, Ronnie Royd, The Komedy Scholars, Michael Powell, Judith Stanbridge |
| August 27, 1966 | S4·E9 | Episode 9 |
| August 20, 1966 | S4·E8 | Episode 8 |
| August 13, 1966 | S4·E7 | The Sylvans, Joe Kenyon, Audrey Graham, Johnny Stafford, Rhythm Keep-Fit Group |
| August 6, 1966 | S4·E6 | Episode 6 |
| July 30, 1966 | S4·E5 | Episode 5 |
| July 23, 1966 | S4·E4 | Terry Day, The Crazy Tramps, Andre Kovak, Jackie Allan, The Queensway Girls |
| July 16, 1966 | S4·E3 | Episode 3 |
| July 9, 1966 | S4·E2 | Episode 2 |
| July 2, 1966 | S4·E1 | The Defenders with Deirdre, Joseph Heeney, All Paige, Susan Steele, The Dinnam Ensemble |
| December 25, 1965 | S3·E25 | Hughie Green, Nicky Allen, The ABC Television Showband |
| December 18, 1965 | S3·E24 | Eunice Tidball, John Taylor, Anne Hill, Frankie Burns, The Exiles |
| December 11, 1965 | S3·E23 | Al Robbins, Joseph Skilbeck, Margaret Barr, Paula Rusina and Robert Arditti, Dean Ramon |
| December 4, 1965 | S3·E22 | The Honeyhushers, Tommy Moss and Patricia Del-Mar, Lisolette Williams, Alan McBride, The Raymond Twins |
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| November 27, 1965 | S3·E21 | The Bluebird Sisters, Kevin Ross, Vicky and The Kordettes, Ricca and Kay, The Barrie Brothers |
| November 21, 1965 | S3·E20 | Johnny Clayton, Ronnie Winters, Faith Fielding, Paula Paige, Ernest Costin |
| November 14, 1965 | S3·E19 | Margot Wollina, Virginia Davies, Donald Kynman, T. Hariram, Grimethorpe Junior Colliery Band |
| November 7, 1965 | S3·E18 | Bobby Rich, The Glenlyn Troupe, Lou Grant, Jean Morton, The Kon-Tiki Three |
| October 31, 1965 | S3·E17 | Maureen Myers, Howard and Will Shepherd, The Roberts Trio, Marguerite Steggel, The Blackpool Gamblers |
| October 24, 1965 | S3·E16 | Tommy Harper, The Kelly Sisters, Alice Baird, The Oxford Showband, Brutus and Patra |
| October 17, 1965 | S3·E15 | Pat Parnell, Ken Roy Trio, Graham Jolly, Ron Rio, Harry Pitch |
| October 10, 1965 | S3·E14 | Eli Woods, The Casuals, James McWilliams, Faith Fielding, Arthur Jones |
| October 3, 1965 | S3·E13 | Freddy Rayner and Mark Strong, Bob Lyle, Harry Naylor, Edna Barcley, Frank Cowen |
| September 25, 1965 | S3·E12 | The All Star Show |
| September 18, 1965 | S3·E11 | Pete Saunders, The Original Vikings, Johnny Pace, Deano and The Contrasts, John Blackley |
| September 11, 1965 | S3·E10 | Benny Britten, Samantha Gordon, David Lewin, Myers Hutchinson, Juveniles |
| September 4, 1965 | S3·E9 | Carrie Morley, Lester and Smart, Peter Kuczmaida and Janet Codman, Susan Franklin, The Unknowns |
| August 28, 1965 | S3·E8 | The Foggy Mountain Ramblers, Hilary and Janice Cooper, Joey Holliday, The Almondbury Handbell Ringers, Coral Tye-Edmonds |
| August 21, 1965 | S3·E7 | The Ouse Beats, Margaret McMillen, Glyn Foulkes, Rose Murray-Batley and Barry Brown, Freddie Corless |
| August 14, 1965 | S3·E6 | Mike Hayden, Mandy, Vera and Joy, Allun Davies, The Stavely Works Band, James Woolen |
| August 7, 1965 | S3·E5 | Midgley and Hawkes, The Orlaffs, Brian Chamberlain, The Candy Dates, Constanzo Morena |
| July 24, 1965 | S3·E4 | The Headliners, Georgie Thompson, The Rosslyn Babes, The Duvals, Blue Lotus Jazzmen |
| July 17, 1965 | S3·E3 | Dod Lann, Candy Jones, The Blackjacks, Winston Bowers, Jack McCarton and Vicky |
| July 10, 1965 | S3·E2 | Ukranian Krylati Dancers, Clifford Parkes, Maria Somers, Maurice Littleford, Keith Harris |
| July 3, 1965 | S3·E1 | The Multychords, Catherine Breslin, The Marvels, Bob Wayne, Nick Morris |
| October 3, 1964 | S2·E14 | Episode 14 |
| September 26, 1964 | S2·E13 | Episode 13 |
| September 19, 1964 | S2·E12 | Episode 12 |
| September 12, 1964 | S2·E11 | Episode 11 |
| September 5, 1964 | S2·E10 | Episode 10 |
| August 29, 1964 | S2·E9 | Episode 9 |
| August 22, 1964 | S2·E8 | Episode 8 |
| August 15, 1964 | S2·E7 | Episode 7 |
| August 8, 1964 | S2·E6 | Jimmy Hollis, Phyllis Gillingham, Malcolm Powell, Chuck Layburn, Geoff Ray and Pat |
| August 1, 1964 | S2·E5 | The Rhymney Youth Silver Band, George Inglis, Nola York, Noreen Barker, Les Peters |
| July 25, 1964 | S2·E4 | Episode 4 |
| July 18, 1964 | S2·E3 | Episode 3 |
| July 11, 1964 | S2·E2 | Margaret Toms, The Chasid Singers, Bobby Bennett, The Ashes, Pedro Flambeay |
| July 4, 1964 | S2·E1 | May Martin, Malcolm Watson, Mr and Mrs Hubert Bell, The Clearways, Christine Hill |
| September 12, 1956 | S1·E14 | Episode 14 |
| September 5, 1956 | S1·E13 | Episode 13 |
| August 29, 1956 | S1·E12 | Episode 12 |
| August 22, 1956 | S1·E11 | Episode 11 |
| August 15, 1956 | S1·E10 | Episode 10 |
| August 8, 1956 | S1·E9 | Episode 9 |
| August 1, 1956 | S1·E8 | Episode 8 |
| July 25, 1956 | S1·E7 | Episode 7 |
| July 18, 1956 | S1·E6 | Episode 6 |
| July 11, 1956 | S1·E5 | Episode 5 |
| July 4, 1956 | S1·E4 | Episode 4 |
| June 27, 1956 | S1·E3 | Episode 3 |
| June 20, 1956 | S1·E2 | Episode 2 |
| June 13, 1956 | S1·E1 | Episode 1 |
