Tales of the Unexpected (1979)

About This Series

Tales of the Unexpected is a drama series created by Roald Dahl. Its leading cast includes Roald Dahl, Andrew Ray and Forbes Collins. It premiered on March 24, 1979 on ITV1. TMDB lists 9 seasons and 112 episodes so far and has ended.

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.

Synopsis from TMDB.

Trailer

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Cast

• Roald Dahl Self - Introduced by(uncredited) 36 episodes
• Andrew Ray Roger Carson 6 episodes
• Forbes Collins Inspector 4 episodes
• Paul Herzberg Henri 3 episodes
• William Hootkins Harry Chester 3 episodes
• Peter Tuddenham Tommy 3 episodes
• John Mills Sam Morrissey 3 episodes
• M Mark Lewis Carlo 3 episodes
• R Richard Foxton Security Guard 3 episodes
• Lucy Gutteridge Molly 3 episodes
• Cyril Luckham Mr Gainsborough 3 episodes
• Joan Collins Clare Duckworth / Julia Roach 3 episodes
• Richard Johnson Tanner 3 episodes
• Sheila Gish Laura Parker 3 episodes
• Douglas Lambert Henry Snape 3 episodes
• Jack Weston William Botibol 2 episodes
• Gloria Grahame Olivia 2 episodes
• Roy Marsden Gerald Overton 2 episodes

Seasons

• Series 11979 · 9 episodes
• Series 21980 · 16 episodes
• Series 31980 · 9 episodes
• Series 41981 · 17 episodes
• Series 51982 · 18 episodes
• Series 61983 · 14 episodes
• Series 71984 · 15 episodes
• Series 81985 · 4 episodes
• Series 91987 · 10 episodes