Cabbages and Kings (British TV series) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Cabbages and Kings |
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| Genre | Children's |
| Country of origin | United Kingdom |
| Original language(s) | English |
| No. of series | 3 |
| No. of episodes | 11 |
| Production | |
| Running time | 30 minutes |
| Release | |
| Original network | BBC 1 |
| Original release | 30 June 1972 – 17 May 1974 |
Cabbages and Kings was a fun British children's TV show. It was a historical comedy series that aired on BBC 1 from 1972 to 1974. The show starred Johnny Ball, Derek Griffiths, and Julie Stevens.
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What Was Cabbages and Kings About?
This TV series took viewers on a journey through history. It used comedy to make learning about the past exciting and easy to understand for young audiences. The show aimed to entertain while also teaching about different historical periods.
Who Were the Main Stars?
The show featured three talented performers.
- Johnny Ball is well-known for making maths and science fun for kids.
- Derek Griffiths is a popular actor and musician, famous for his work on children's TV.
- Julie Stevens also brought her acting skills to the series.
Together, they made history come alive with their performances.
When Did the Show Air?
Cabbages and Kings ran for three years in the early 1970s. It first started on June 30, 1972, and its last episode aired on May 17, 1974. Each episode was about 30 minutes long.
How Many Episodes Were There?
The series was divided into three different parts, called series.
- The first series, in 1972, had three episodes.
- The second series, in 1973, also had three episodes.
- The final series, in 1974, was the longest with five episodes.
In total, there were 11 episodes of Cabbages and Kings.
