Tales of the Unexpected (1979)

Synopsis

A British television anthology of stories, often with sinister and wryly comedic undertones, and a twist at the end. With early episodes written and presented by Roald Dahl, the series featured a plethora of big name guest stars.

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Where to watch

Stream

• Shout! Factory Amazon Channel

Streaming availability via JustWatch

Cast

• Roald Dahl as Self - Introduced By
• Andrew Ray as Harry Pope
• Forbes Collins as Police Sergeant
• Paul Herzberg as Henri
• William Hootkins as Harry Chester
• Peter Tuddenham as Tommy
• John Mills as William Perkins
• Mark Lewis as Showroom Manager
• Richard Foxton as Assistant Manager
• Lucy Gutteridge as Molly

If you liked Tales of the Unexpected, try

• The Alfred Hitchcock Hour
• The Twilight Zone
• Downton Abbey
• Tales from the Darkside
• Hotel
• Night Gallery
• Are You Afraid of the Dark?
• The Twilight Zone