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The Paper Lads (1977–1979) — drama · adventure · children on ITV1
About The Paper Lads
The Paper Lads ended in 1979 on ITV1. The show concluded after its second season, with the final episode airing on January 22, 1979.
The series was a drama, adventure, and children's show that aired from August 24, 1977, to January 22, 1979. It followed the adventures of a group of teenagers—J.G., Ian, Gog, Baz, and Sam—who delivered newspapers for their local newsagent, Jack Crawford. Retired policeman Jack often advised them to stay alert, as they frequently uncovered news stories while on their rounds.
The show featured Judith Pyle as Sam, Andrew Edwards as Ian, Gavin Kitchen as Baz, Peter Younger as Gog, Glynn Edwards as Jack Crawford, Anne Jameson as Jinny Crawford, and Tony Neilson as J.G. The series was a family-friendly program that combined elements of drama and adventure, set in the late 1970s. Each episode had a runtime of approximately 30 minutes.
The Paper Lads episode schedule
14 aired
Aired · 14
| Date | Ep. | Title |
|---|---|---|
| January 22, 1979 | S2·E7 | The Sailor's Return |
| January 15, 1979 | S2·E6 | Presents from Paris |
| January 8, 1979 | S2·E5 | It Takes Two to Tango |
| December 11, 1978 | S2·E4 | A Day to Remember |
| December 4, 1978 | S2·E3 | Intruders |
| November 27, 1978 | S2·E2 | Paddy for Champ |
| November 20, 1978 | S2·E1 | New Boy |
| October 5, 1977 | S1·E7 | Eyewitness |
| September 28, 1977 | S1·E6 | Best Foot Forward |
| September 21, 1977 | S1·E5 | Enter Picasso |
| September 14, 1977 | S1·E4 | Fifty Years a Showman |
| September 7, 1977 | S1·E3 | The Sweetie Shop Kid |
| August 31, 1977 | S1·E2 | Cash and Carry |
| August 24, 1977 | S1·E1 | Round One |
