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.
Tales of the Unexpected (Season 5)
Blue Marigold 6.0
Air date: 1982-04-25
Runtime: 25 min
Overview: Dropped by her agency for her diva-like behaviour, supermodel Marigold's mental health deteriorates. Years later, she plots a comeback.
The Eavesdropper 6.5
Air date: 1982-05-02
Runtime: 26 min
Overview: Moira hears a woman discussing a trip to Paris with her lover Donald. Is her husband, also called Donald, having an affair?
Operation Safecrack 7.0
Air date: 1982-05-09
Runtime: 27 min
Overview: 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?
Run, Rabbit, Run 5.5
Air date: 1982-05-16
Runtime: 26 min
Overview: 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.
Stranger in Town 0.0
Air date: 1982-05-23
Runtime: 24 min
Overview: A stranger arrives in town and soon endears himself to the local community – although his motives prove sinister.
The Moles 6.5
Air date: 1982-05-30
Runtime: 27 min
Overview: Two cash-strapped business owners tunnel their way into a bank – only to find they missed a crucial notice on the door.
Decoy 5.5
Air date: 1982-06-06
Runtime: 27 min
Overview: 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?
Pattern of Guilt 6.5
Air date: 1982-06-13
Runtime: 26 min
Overview: Police doctor Keith Briscoe is desperate to leave his wife for an ex but loses hope when she refuses to divorce him.
A Harmless Vanity 5.0
Air date: 1982-06-20
Runtime: 26 min
Overview: When Mary learns her husband is having an affair, she invites her rival to a beach party.
Death Can Add 6.5
Air date: 1982-06-27
Runtime: 26 min
Overview: An auditor finds out that Oliver is defrauding his firm. But when he demands some hush money, he discovers a nasty surprise.
Light Fingers 6.0
Air date: 1982-07-04
Runtime: 27 min
Overview: Tired of gloves vanishing from his factory, Ralph hires a detective. Then, gloves begin appearing in unexpected places.
Death in the Morning 4.0
Air date: 1982-07-11
Runtime: 27 min
Overview: Karen marries a rich landowner with a huge house in the country. But after moving in, she senses an evil spirit.
What Have You Been Up to Lately? 6.0
Air date: 1982-07-18
Runtime: 26 min
Overview: As Richard and Fergus ponder a girl they both loved, they realise their failures in life.
The Absence of Emily 5.5
Air date: 1982-07-25
Runtime: 27 min
Overview: Norma owns a big house and lets her sister Emily and her husband live there. But then Emily disappears.
In the Bag 6.0
Air date: 1982-08-01
Runtime: 26 min
Overview: 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.
A Man with a Fortune 6.5
Air date: 1982-08-08
Runtime: 26 min
Overview: A rich and lonely American ventures to England in search of his long-lost family.
Who's Got the Lady? 6.0
Air date: 1982-08-15
Runtime: 27 min
Overview: When a piece of art is stolen, the gallery owner gets his girlfriend to make copies of it to sell.
The Skeleton Key 6.0
Air date: 1982-08-22
Runtime: 27 min
Overview: A woman discovers a nasty side to her boyfriend's personality when he goes into hospital before a holiday.
Seasons
Episodes 9
Episodes 16
Episodes 9
Episodes 17
Episodes 18
Episodes 14
Episodes 15
Episodes 4
Episodes 10