A Bunch of Fives facts for kids
Quick facts for kids A Bunch of Fives |
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| Created by | Colin Rogers |
| Starring | Lesley Manville Jamie Foreman Andrew Rinous Gary Oldman |
| Country of origin | United Kingdom |
| No. of episodes | 14 |
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| Camera setup | Multiple camera (1977–78) |
| Running time | 25 minutes |
| Production company(s) | ATV |
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| Original network | ITV |
| Original release | 18 May 1977 – 24 May 1978 |
A Bunch of Fives was a British television show made for children and teenagers. It was created by ATV. The show was broadcast on ITV in 1977 and 1978.
This series was a bit like the later famous school show, Grange Hill. It followed a group of students in their final year of school.
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What Was "A Bunch of Fives"?
"A Bunch of Fives" was a popular TV series in the late 1970s. It told stories about everyday life for students. Each episode was about 25 minutes long.
The show had two seasons. Each season had seven episodes. This means there were 14 episodes in total.
The Story of the Show
The main characters in "A Bunch of Fives" were students in their "Fifth form." This is like the final year of high school in the UK. These students decided to start their very own school newspaper.
The show explored their adventures and challenges. It showed what it was like to be a teenager at school. It also showed how they worked together to create their newspaper.
Who Were the Stars?
The show featured several young actors who later became well-known. Some of the main stars included:
- Lesley Manville
- Jamie Foreman
- Andrew Rinous
- Gary Oldman (who appeared in some episodes)
These actors helped bring the stories of the Fifth formers to life.
Where Can You Watch It Now?
Even though the show aired a long time ago, you can still find it. The entire series was released on DVD in May 2010. This means fans can still watch the adventures of the school newspaper team.
