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The Famous Five (1978–1979) — adventure · family on ITV1
About The Famous Five
The Famous Five ended on August 8, 1979. This adventure and family series aired on ITV1 and was based on Enid Blyton's stories about a group of children and their dog, Timmy. The show was a modern adaptation that brought the beloved characters Julian, Dick, Anne, George, and Timmy to the screen, capturing their adventurous spirit. It originally premiered in 1978 and concluded after two seasons, with the final episode broadcast in 1979. Since then, there have been no new episodes or plans for revival, and the series remains a completed chapter in children's television history.
The series was a family-oriented adventure that followed the Famous Five as they explored various mysteries and adventures in their everyday lives. Set in the late 1970s, the show aimed to bring Blyton's classic stories to a new generation, emphasizing friendship, bravery, and curiosity. It was a straightforward adaptation that stayed true to the spirit of the original books, providing young viewers with engaging and wholesome entertainment during its run.
Each episode had a runtime of approximately 25 minutes, making it suitable for a family audience. The series' two-season run remains the complete story of this adaptation, with no indication of a revival or new episodes in development.
The Famous Five episode schedule
26 aired
Aired · 26
| Date | Ep. | Title |
|---|---|---|
| August 8, 1979 | S2·E7 | Five Go Down to the Sea (2) |
| August 1, 1979 | S2·E6 | Five Go Down to the Sea (1) |
| July 25, 1979 | S2·E5 | Five Go to Demon's Rocks (2) |
| July 18, 1979 | S2·E4 | Five Go to Demon's Rocks (1) |
| July 11, 1979 | S2·E3 | Five Run Away Together |
| July 4, 1979 | S2·E2 | Five Fall into Adventure (2) |
| June 27, 1979 | S2·E1 | Five Fall into Adventure (1) |
| December 31, 1978 | S1·E19 | Five Have a Wonderful Time |
| December 17, 1978 | S1·E18 | Five are Together Again (2) |
| December 10, 1978 | S1·E17 | Five are Together Again (1) |
| December 3, 1978 | S1·E16 | Five Get into a Fix |
| November 26, 1978 | S1·E15 | Five Get into Trouble (2): Conspiracies |
| November 19, 1978 | S1·E14 | Five Get into Trouble (1): Prisoners |
| October 2, 1978 | S1·E13 | Five on Finniston Farm |
| September 25, 1978 | S1·E12 | Five Go to Billycock Hill |
| September 18, 1978 | S1·E11 | Five on a Secret Trail |
| September 11, 1978 | S1·E10 | Five Go to Mystery Moor |
| September 4, 1978 | S1·E9 | Five on a Hike Together |
| August 21, 1978 | S1·E8 | Five Go Off to Camp (2) |
| August 14, 1978 | S1·E7 | Five Go Off to Camp (1) |
| August 7, 1978 | S1·E6 | Five Go Off in a Caravan |
| July 31, 1978 | S1·E5 | Five Go to Smuggler's Top (2) |
| July 24, 1978 | S1·E4 | Five Go to Smuggler's Top (1) |
| July 17, 1978 | S1·E3 | Five Go Adventuring Again |
| July 10, 1978 | S1·E2 | Five Go to Kirrin Island (2) |
| July 3, 1978 | S1·E1 | Five Go to Kirrin Island (1) |