A Kick Up the Eighties 1981
- Status
- Ended
- First Aired
- September 21, 1981
- Format
- 2 seasons · 10 eps
- Total Runtime
- ~5 hours (30 min/ep)
- Network
- BBC Two
What is A Kick Up the Eighties?
A Kick Up the Eighties is a television series first released in 1981. Produced and broadcast by BBC Two.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1981
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 10
- Runtime
- 30 minutes
- First aired
- Sep 21, 1981
- Networks
- BBC Two
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.6/10
- Format
- 2 seasons · 10 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~30 minutes
- Status
- Ended
- Network
- BBC Two
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A Kick Up the Eighties is a television series first released in 1981. Produced and broadcast by BBC Two. Current status: Ended. Spans 2 seasons and 10 tracked episodes.
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“A gripping exploration of high-stakes drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is A Kick Up the Eighties worth watching?
A Kick Up the Eighties holds a community rating of 6.6/10. It offers engaging storytelling for fans of the genre.
How many seasons and episodes are in A Kick Up the Eighties, and how long does it take to binge?
A Kick Up the Eighties spans 2 seasons and 10 total episodes. A complete watch takes approximately 5 hours (at an average of 30 minutes per episode).
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