The Famous Five (1978)
1978 · 2 seasons · Family, Action & Adventure, Mystery, Crime
The Famous Five is a British television series based on the children's books of the same name by Enid Blyton. It was broadcast on ITV over two series in 1978 and 1979. It was produced by Southern Television in 26 half-hour episodes.
Created by Enid Blyton. Starring Gary Russell, Jennifer Thanisch, Marcus Harris, Michele Gallagher and Toddy Woodgate.
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