Tales of the Unexpected
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.
Episodes
1A Passing Opportunity
25 minApr 9, 1983
Frank is struggling financially and will do anything for money. Even murder.
2The Memory Man
26 minApr 16, 1983
Down on his luck, 'Memory Man' Colin agrees to help a shady character remember the number of a station locker. But then he becomes too curious for his own good.
3A Sad Loss
26 minApr 23, 1983
Claire and her boyfriend have always counted on inheriting her wealthy aunt's fortune - but they are forced to act fast.
4Clerical Error
27 minApr 30, 1983
While winding up his late father's affairs, Paul finds a bill demanding over £1,000 for pornography.
5Heir Presumptuous
27 minMay 7, 1983
George Devon, a wealthy rancher, is found murdered. His identical twin nephews stand to inherit his fortune, but one of them was seen at the scene of the crime. Both have alibis and no one can tell them apart.
6Where's Your Sense of Humour?
Apr 14, 1983
George Forester is a compulsive prankster. His wife and friends have been victims for many years until one day he goes too far.
7Down Among the Sheltering Palms
27 minMay 21, 1983
An ex-soldier meets a beautiful woman on a nostalgic trip back to his old base. But she isn't all she seems.
8The Vorpal Blade
26 minMay 28, 1983
Elderly Teuton Von Baden recalls two men's duel to the death during his student days in Germany.
9The Wrong 'Un
26 minJun 11, 1983
After closing a deal, a German businessman meets an attractive but mysterious girl in a hotel bar.
10The Luncheon
27 minJun 19, 1983
Tony eats a pricey meal with Susan Mandeville, the extravagant wife of a filmmaker who wants the rights to his book.
11The Tribute
27 minJun 25, 1983
Three aristocratic women hear of the death of a woman who once served them as a nanny. They agree to go for lunch in her memory.
12Hit and Run
27 minMay 10, 1983
Dr Roger Ashburn's beautiful wife tells him their marriage is over. Devastated, he begins a new life.
13Youth from Vienna
27 minJul 2, 1983
Being admired by the inventor of an anti-ageing formula is handy for Caroline, who is eager to keep her looks.
14The Turn of the Tide
26 minSep 3, 1983
Criminal lawyer Slade has his reasons for wanting his colleague dead. He meticulously plans the perfect murder.
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