Takin' Over the Asylum 1994
“We are loonies, and we are proud!”
What is Takin' Over the Asylum?
Takin' Over the Asylum is a television series first released in 1994. Catalogued under Comedy, Drama.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1994
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 6
- Runtime
- 50 minutes
- First aired
- Sep 27, 1994
- Networks
- BBC Two
- Genres
- Comedy, Drama
- Updated
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Overview
Takin' Over the Asylum is a television series first released in 1994. Catalogued under Comedy, Drama. Produced and broadcast by BBC Two. Current status: Ended. Spans 1 seasons and 6 tracked episodes.
Should you watch it?
“A salesman revives a hospital radio station, bringing humor and hope to a mental health ward.”
- Blend of humor and drama
- Unique hospital radio setting
- Focus on personal stories
- May not appeal to viewers seeking fast-paced action
- Limited to a mental health facility backdrop
Watch it if you enjoy character-driven stories that mix comedy with heartfelt drama.
Rated TV-14, appropriate for teens and adults, with mature themes related to mental health.
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Season 1 · 6 episodes
- E1 Hey Jude Mytharc Sep 27, 1994
- E2 Fly Like An Eagle Core Oct 4, 1994
- E3 You Always Hurt The One You Love Core Oct 11, 1994
- E4 Fool On The Hill Core Oct 18, 1994
- E5 Rainy Night In Georgia Mytharc Oct 25, 1999
- E6 Let It Be Mytharc Nov 1, 1994
Frequently asked questions
What is the basic premise of the series?
It follows a salesman who starts running a hospital radio station inside a mental health facility.
What genre does the show belong to?
It is classified as a comedy‑drama.
What is the show's rating?
The series carries a TV‑14 rating.
Who is the central character?
The central figure is a salesman who leads the radio station.
Is the series suitable for younger viewers?
Its TV‑14 rating suggests it is suitable for teens and older audiences.
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