Michael Palin — Writer
Episodes 6
From the Dawn of History to the Norman Conquest
January 12, 1969
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30m
1x1
Satirical newscasts involve everything chronolocigally correct, from cavemen to the Battle of Hastings.
Read MoreRichard the Lionheart to Robin the Hood
January 19, 1969
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30m
1x2
The late twelfth century is sent up.
Read MoreEdward the First to Richard the Last
January 26, 1969
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30m
1x3
Satirical newscast covers major events from 1272 to 1485.
Read MorePerkin Warbeck to Bloody Mary
February 2, 1969
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30m
1x4
The early Tudor period is satirized.
Read MoreThe Great and Glorious Age of Elizabeth
February 9, 1969
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30m
1x5
The late 16th Century is sent up in this fake newscast.
Read MoreJames the McFirst to Oliver Cromwell
Season Finale
February 16, 1969
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30m
1x6
Satirical newscast highlights events from 1603 to about 1658.
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