Is The Story of Light Entertainment coming back?
The Story of Light Entertainment (2006–2006) — history on BBC Two
The answer: Concluded September 9, 2006.
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About The Story of Light Entertainment
The Story of Light Entertainment ended on September 9, 2006, on BBC Two.
This series was a historical overview of light entertainment, exploring its evolution from variety shows to modern programs like Strictly Come Dancing. Narrated by Stephen Fry, it examined how entertainment forms developed and influenced popular culture over the years.
The show was a documentary series that aired in 2006, consisting of one season with eight episodes. It featured Stephen Fry as the narrator and had a runtime of approximately 90 minutes per episode. The series provided insight into the roots and progression of light entertainment genres.
The Story of Light Entertainment episode schedule
8 aired
Aired · 8
| Date | Ep. | Title |
|---|---|---|
| September 9, 2006 | S1·E8 | Variety |
| September 2, 2006 | S1·E7 | Chat Shows |
| August 26, 2006 | S1·E6 | Impressionists |
| August 19, 2006 | S1·E5 | Pop and Easy Listening |
| August 12, 2006 | S1·E4 | The Comics |
| July 29, 2006 | S1·E2 | All Round Entertainers |
| July 22, 2006 | S1·E1 | Double Acts |
| July 5, 2006 | S1·E3 | Radio Stars |
