Tales of the Unexpected
Tales of the Unexpected is a British anthology series of short stories with sinister, wryly funny undertones. Many episodes build toward an unexpected ending, with early installments featuring stories introduced by Roald Dahl and featuring a wide range of notable guest stars.
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Season 5
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E1
Blue Marigold
Dropped by her agency for her diva-like behaviour, supermodel Marigold's mental health deteriorates. Years later, she plots a comeback.
Apr 25, 1982 -
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The Eavesdropper
Moira hears a woman discussing a trip to Paris with her lover Donald. Is her husband, also called Donald, having an affair?
May 2, 1982 -
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Operation Safecrack
In an attempt to prove their safes are impregnable, a company challenges ex-safebreaker Sam to crack one for a cash prize. But are his skills sharp enough?
May 9, 1982 -
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E4
Run, Rabbit, Run
Robert visits a couple who housed him during the war. But in Paris, he discovers that the husband has died, and the hero’s wife has a big secret to tell.
May 16, 1982 -
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E5
Stranger in Town
A stranger arrives in town and soon endears himself to the local community – although his motives prove sinister.
May 23, 1982 -
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E6
The Moles
Two cash-strapped business owners tunnel their way into a bank – only to find they missed a crucial notice on the door.
May 30, 1982 -
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E7
Decoy
When a woman is murdered in a park, Constable Mary Bryan is used as bait to catch the suspected killer. But what if she is tracking the wrong man?
Jun 6, 1982 -
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E8
Pattern of Guilt
Police doctor Keith Briscoe is desperate to leave his wife for an ex but loses hope when she refuses to divorce him.
Jun 13, 1982 -
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E9
A Harmless Vanity
When Mary learns her husband is having an affair, she invites her rival to a beach party.
Jun 20, 1982 -
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E10
Death Can Add
An auditor finds out that Oliver is defrauding his firm. But when he demands some hush money, he discovers a nasty surprise.
Jun 27, 1982 -
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E11
Light Fingers
Tired of gloves vanishing from his factory, Ralph hires a detective. Then, gloves begin appearing in unexpected places.
Jul 4, 1982 -
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E12
Death in the Morning
Karen marries a rich landowner with a huge house in the country. But after moving in, she senses an evil spirit.
Jul 11, 1982 -
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E13
What Have You Been Up to Lately?
As Richard and Fergus ponder a girl they both loved, they realise their failures in life.
Jul 18, 1982 -
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E14
The Absence of Emily
Norma owns a big house and lets her sister Emily and her husband live there. But then Emily disappears.
Jul 25, 1982 -
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E15
In the Bag
Cara is determined to get back her family jewels, which have been hidden away in a safe. Hiring a safe cracker, she goes along with him, undercover.
Aug 1, 1982 -
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E16
A Man with a Fortune
A rich and lonely American ventures to England in search of his long-lost family.
Aug 8, 1982 -
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E17
Who's Got the Lady?
When a piece of art is stolen, the gallery owner gets his girlfriend to make copies of it to sell.
Aug 15, 1982 -
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E18
The Skeleton Key
A woman discovers a nasty side to her boyfriend's personality when he goes into hospital before a holiday.
Aug 22, 1982