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Life on Earth

**Life on Earth** is a UK VHS release by BBC Enterprises Ltd on 7th October 1985.

## Description

a natural history by DAVID ATTENBOROUGH

A BBC VIDEO SPECIAL

## Trailers and info

The 1985 advert with clips of various titles that are released by the Video Collection including clips from:

* John Wayne classics
* "Rio Grande"
* "Sands of Iwo Jima"
* "The Quiet Man"
* Cary Grant carrying Doris Day on his shoulder in "A Touch of Mink"
* "Indiscreet" (1958)
* "Operation Petticoat"
* Cary Grant in "Father Goose"
* The greatest western film "High Noon"
* "The Bells of St. Mary's"
* It's a wonderful life
* Invasion of the Body Snatchers
* a scene of Frank Sinatra saying 'Hi' in "Young at Heart"
* Never Love a Stranger.
* "The Men"
* "The Glory Boys"

Then here is range of cartoon clips for some children's titles by the Video Collection including.

* "Mr. T" smashing the door down and arriving into a room in an episode of the "Mr. T" cartoon show,
* "Space Ghost" flying downward in the cosmos and shooting lasers with his hand.
* "Atom Ant" arriving into shot in the "Atom Ant" cartoon intro.
* The scene of Zilly running away from a crocodile in his jacket from the "Dastardly and Muttley" cartoon show.
* A gust of wind blowing Atom Ant's mailbox outside his tree the wrong side.
* "Yogi Bear" watching his friend run out of his cave in "Hey There, it's Yogi Bear"
* He-Man getting his power of Greyskull ready in the intro of the "He-Man and the Universe" cartoon series and yelling his "I have the power" quote.
* Mr T taking a glare.
* Muttley having a wheezy giggle in the airplane scene of a "Dastardly and Muttley" cartoon episode

Here is the last few set of clips that end the commercial which are:

* a "Young at Heart" scene of Doris Day taking a smile.

The very last clip of the advert is the logo of the Video Collection with the announcer telling people to start their collection today.
Jim'll Fix It - Bank Holiday Special 1986

**Jim'll Fix It - Bank Holiday Special 1986** is a UK VHS release by BBC Worldwide Ltd on 6th May 1995.

## Trailers and info

The Video Collection children's trailer from 1995 with clips from "Britt Allcroft's Magic Adventures of Mumfie", "Thomas The Tank Engine and Friends", "Tots TV", "Rosie and Jim", "Brum", "Sooty and Co." and "The Wind in the Willows".
BBC Children in Need 1985

**BBC Children in Need 1985** is a UK VHS release by BBC Worldwide Ltd on 15th March 1996.

## Episode Info

1. Part 1 - Terry Wogan introduces a live, star-studded evening of entertainment on BBC1. Sue Cook presents reports from TV and radio stations around the country. John Craven brings up-to-the-minute news of the appeal as the telephone pledges pour in. Last year over £2 million was raised and this money has now been distributed to help deprived or handicapped children throughout the UK. Every penny raised goes in direct help and tonight's programmes include reports on the wide variety of projects that have been helped thanks to your help last year. Phone in with your pledge, make a donation, and join in the fun of this very special evening.
2. Part 2 - Terry Wogan with more celebrity guests taking your calls and joining in the fun. Sue Cook brings you the latest total and looks at events in your area. John Craven has news of your pledges as the appeal gains momentum.
3. Part 3 - Terry Wogan, Sue Cook and John Craven introduce the second part of this evening's entertainment on BBC1 with celebrities contributing to the fun and taking your telephone pledges.

All TV and radio stations throughout the country are on air to receive your pledges and bring reports on how the appeal is progressing. Watching in Europe? Chris Serle is in the EEC studio to report on how cable viewers abroad are reacting to the appeal.

1. Part 4 - The Pledges Pour In Terry Wogan , Sue Cook and John Craven with more entertainment and the latest news from TV and radio stations from Stornoway to Jersey, Belfast to Brussels. As the phone-lines heat up, you the viewer take part in your programme. Help Us Lick Them! Last year EW,000 was raised from sales of the special Children in Need First Day Cover. Send cheque or PO for £3 to: [address removed] 11.55 The Last Lap, Joanna Lumley joins Terry Wogan and Sue Cook for the final part of the appeal. As midnight approaches, the pledging continues in a bid to beat last year's record Grand Total. Local Radio stations and regional TV stations vie with each other to get that little bit ahead; and it's the time of night when the fun all around the country takes on a spontaneous air of merriment.

## Trailers and info

The VCI children's carnival trailer from 1995 with clips from "Thomas The Tank Engine and Friends", "Fourways Farm", "The Wind in the Willows", "Sooty and Co.", "Teddy Bear Sing-Along", "Rosie and Jim" and "Brum".
Fireman Sam 4 - Snow Business (Limited Edition)

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**Fireman Sam 4 - Snow Business** is a UK VHS release by BBC Enterprises on 2nd October 1989.

## Description

Enjoy more exciting antics with Fireman Sam, everyone's favourite fireman as he stars in four new entertaining episodes featuring a host of delightful characters from Pontypandy: a small town up in the hills and valleys of Wales.

## Episodes

1. Snow Business
2. The Great Inventor
3. Safe with Sam
4. The Wishing Well

## Advertisements

A slide for three other **"*Fireman Sam*"** videos with a male announcer saying: "You can also see Fireman Sam's other three videos: "The Hero Next Door", "Lost Cat" and "Sam's Day Off" as the videos slide into the orange background one at a time.
Last of the Summer Wine - The Man from Oswestry

**Last of the Summer Wine - The Man from Oswestry** is a UK VHS release by BBC Worldwide Ltd on September 1997.

## Description

The exploits of three old idlers in the Yorkshire countryside became the BBC's longest running comedy series, and one of it's best loved. The combination of Clegg's dry observations ('you get to thinking there aren't any old idiots left'), the militaristic Foggy ('a genuine, 14 carat gilt edge old idiot'), and anarchic Compo, make even the most modest adventures into an hilarious rout.

## Episode Plots

* **The Man From Oswestry**
"You get depressed sometimes thinking there aren't any old fashioned idiots left," muses Clegg - just before they meet Foggy for the first time.
* **The Great Boarding House Bathroom Caper**
A weekend trip to Scarborough generates a reckless holiday spirit, and as luck would have it Nora Batty is in the same house, and so are some ferrets.
* **Cheering Up Gordon**
Clegg decides young Gordon needs a hobby, so they tutor him on how to chat up girls.
BBC Children in Need 1994

**BBC Children in Need 1994** is a UK VHS release by BBC Worldwide Ltd on 4th September 1999.

## Episode Info

1. Part 1 - Pudsey's back and so are his friends, Terry Wogan and Sue Cook, to bring you this year's fund-raising extravaganza. Andi Peters has news of the fund-raisers, and Gavin Campbell and Emma Forbes report on how last year's money has been spent to help disadvantaged children. See today's choices. Who's helping Pudsey. To keep in touch with the progress of Children in Need in your region, there are special reports at approximately 7.25,8.05,8.45, 10.00, 10.55 and 11.30, 1.00am and 1.45am. All times are subject to change. Children set the tone with a rousing opener to the show. Men Behaving Badly, Neil Morrissey and Martin Clunes are joined by Neil Pearson and Tom Georgeson of Between the Lines, Kathy Burke - a regular on Harry Enfield and Chums - Gary Webster of Minder, Anneka Rice and Julia Sawalha (currently appearing in Martin Chuzzlewit on BBC2) in a panto spoof of Terry's show, Do the Right Thing. Aftera year's unhappy marriage, how should Cinderella use her unexpected extra wishes? Phone in to vote for your choice - results at 9.30. There's music from M-People, and at 8.00 East 17 perform their latest single, Stay Another Day, with the chance to win a visit by the band and appear on the Saturday morning show Live and Kicking. Also dropping in are violin prodigy Vanessa Mae, and Gregory Bradley, the young star of the new London production of Oliver. Including at 7.30-7.40 South East Rob Curling and Keith Chegwin add to the mayhem from the Top of the Pops studio at Elstree. They are joined by Bad Boys Inc, Mini Take That, and Gladiators prove that they can sing. There is a special edition of the Radio 4 game Just a Minute, and Victoria Wicks , alias Sally from Drop the Dead Donkey, makes a guest appearance
2. Part 2 - It's the "big night": after all the short, sharp reminder programmes and this week's build up on Radio 2, an entire evening unrolls until the small hours. The aim, as always, is to top the total raised the year before - in this case 17.2 million. On the launch pad Andi Peters joins hosts Terry Wogan and Sue Cook to explain what the country (and all the BBC radio stations) have been doing over the past weeks to raise funds. During the evening there will be film reports on how that £17.2 million has been spent. On page 30, the presenters talk about the art of filling seven hours of live television. And finally a question: when did this whole idea begin? The answer is Christmas Day, 1927 - on radio. Tonight's is the 15th on television.

## Trailers and info

* The Children's BBC advert of 1998 with many programmes such as "Fireman Sam", "Pingu", "Teletubbies", "Postman Pat", "William's Wish Wellingtons", "Noddy", "Spider", "Oakie Doke" and the "Dinobabies" which appear on videos, audio cassettes, books and activity CD-Rom games.
* The BBC Worldwide children's trailer from 1999 with clips from "Teletubbies", "Postman Pat", "Fireman Sam", "Pingu" and "Noddy's Toyland Adventures".
Fantastic Max 2 - Attack of the Cubic Rubes

**Fantastic Max 2 - Attack of the Cubic Rubes** is a UK VHS release by BBC Enterprises Ltd on 2nd April 1990.

## Description

**ROCKET AND ROLL! MAX IS BACK IN THREE MORE SPACE-BOUND ADVENTURES!**

## Trailers and info

It starts with a view of the video collection catalogue with a sky background and videos anywhere, one of which is the Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends Coal and Other Stories VHS, easily identified by the orange background on the cover. The announcer says **"Welcome to The Video Collection. Our brand new catalogue is packed with great films."**

it is followed by a montage of clips of the following and in order:

* Ring of Bright Water
* Richard lll
* Mr. Blandings Builds his Dream House
* She Wore a Yellow Ribbon
* Escape to Victory
* The Way Ahead
* Tommy Cooper
* Benny Hill and Friends
* Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends
* Tin Tin (The Animated Series)
* Dennis
* Thundercats
* Button Moon
* Teddy Ruxpin
* Music Videos of Phil Collins, Queen and Hot Chocolate under the Gold Rushes range (Possibly a successor to The Video Music Collection range)
* Finally, there are the front cover of two videos, one about making the most of your house and the other Jane fonda's Prime Time Workout

The 1987 promo ends with The Video Collection 1986 logo as the Announcer says: **"Films, cartoons, music and much, much more. A galaxy of entertainment that is close to your high street and part of your home. The Video Collection. Britain's biggest selling video label!"**

The Video Collection "New Catalogue" advert from 1986 which is narrated by Ray Brooks featuring 'Movie Greats' video tiles including...

* a clip of the 1946 Christmas fantasy comedy-drama film "It's a Wonderful Life"
* a clip of Laurence Olivier in the 1940 psychological drama film "Rebecca" along with Joan Fontaine.
* a clip of the 1952 Western film "High Noon" starring Gary Cooper and Grace Kelly
* A still for other movie greats that are available which are "Ring of Brightwater", "Duel in the Sun" and many more to which Ray Brooks announces.
* clips for John Wayne films on video such as the chatting and kissing scene from "The Quiet Man" (1952), brief clips of other movies with John Wayne such as "Rio Grande" (1950), "Sands of Iwo Jima" (1950), "Dark Command" (1940), the punching scene from "Wake of the Red Witch" (1948) and a clip from "Flying Tigers" (1942).
* clips for films starring Cary Grant including a clip of himself with Doris Day in "The Touch of Mink" (1952), a clip of himself with Ingrid Bergman in "Indiscreet" (1958), "Operation Petticoat", "Father Goose", "Bringing Up Baby", "The Green is Greener", and many more...,
* Musicals - Flying Down to Rio, The Gay Divorcee, Young at Heart and many more...,
* Children's Entertainment - Care Bears, The Get Along Gang, ThunderCats, Mask, Thomas The Tank Engine and Friends, Yogi Bear, The Wind in the Willows and many children's videos.
* The Video Music Collection - Duran and many musical videos. and Sports - Sport Aid, Run the World, Jane Fonda's Workout and many sports videos
French & Saunders - The Video

**French & Saunders - The Video** is a UK VHS release by BBC Enterprises Ltd on 4th June 1990, and then re-released in 1996 by BBC Video.

## Trailers and info

The Video Collection "New Catalogue" advert from 1986 which is narrated by Ray Brooks featuring 'Movie Greats' video tiles including...

* a clip of the 1946 Christmas fantasy comedy-drama film "It's a Wonderful Life"
* a clip of Laurence Olivier in the 1940 psychological drama film "Rebecca" along with Joan Fontaine.
* a clip of the 1952 Western film "High Noon" starring Gary Cooper and Grace Kelly
* A still for other movie greats that are available which are "Ring of Brightwater", "Duel in the Sun" and many more to which Ray Brooks announces.
* clips for John Wayne films on video such as the chatting and kissing scene from "The Quiet Man" (1952), brief clips of other movies with John Wayne such as "Rio Grande" (1950), "Sands of Iwo Jima" (1950), "Dark Command" (1940), the punching scene from "Wake of the Red Witch" (1948) and a clip from "Flying Tigers" (1942).
* clips for films starring Cary Grant including a clip of himself with Doris Day in "The Touch of Mink" (1952), a clip of himself with Ingrid Bergman in "Indiscreet" (1958), "Operation Petticoat", "Father Goose", "Bringing Up Baby", "The Green is Greener", and many more...,
* Musicals - Flying Down to Rio, The Gay Divorcee, Young at Heart and many more...,
* Children's Entertainment - Care Bears, The Get Along Gang, ThunderCats, Mask, Thomas The Tank Engine and Friends, Yogi Bear, The Wind in the Willows and many children's videos.
* The Video Music Collection - Duran and many musical videos. and Sports - Sport Aid, Run the World, Jane Fonda's Workout and many sports videos

It starts with a view of the video collection catalogue with a sky background and videos anywhere, one of which is the Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends Coal and Other Stories VHS, easily identified by the orange background on the cover. The announcer says **"Welcome to The Video Collection. Our brand new catalogue is packed with great films."**

it is followed by a montage of clips of the following and in order:

* Ring of Bright Water
* Richard lll
* Mr. Blandings Builds his Dream House
* She Wore a Yellow Ribbon
* Escape to Victory
* The Way Ahead
* Tommy Cooper
* Benny Hill and Friends
* Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends
* Tin Tin (The Animated Series)
* Dennis
* Thundercats
* Button Moon
* Teddy Ruxpin
* Music Videos of Phil Collins, Queen and Hot Chocolate under the Gold Rushes range (Possibly a successor to The Video Music Collection range)
* Finally, there are the front cover of two videos, one about making the most of your house and the other Jane fonda's Prime Time Workout

The 1987 promo ends with The Video Collection 1986 logo as the Announcer says: **"Films, cartoons, music and much, much more. A galaxy of entertainment that is close to your high street and part of your home. The Video Collection. Britain's biggest selling video label!"**
Blobbyvision

**Blobbyvision** is a UK VHS release by BBC Enterprises Ltd on 10th October 1994.

## Opening

1. Video Collection International children's promo from 1994 [announced by Sarah Greene]
2. Tracking control screen
3. Warning screen
4. BBC Video 1991-1997 logo
5. Start of Blobbyvision

## Trailers and info

The Video Collection children's trailer from 1994 with clips from "The Magic House", "Sooty and Co.", "Rainbow", "Christopher Crocodile", "Brum", "The Riddlers", "Sesame Street", "Thomas The Tank Engine and Friends", "Tots TV", "Rosie and Jim" and "The Wind in the Willows".
Muffin the Mule

**Muffin the Mule** is a UK VHS release by BBC Enterprises Ltd on 1989.

## Trailers and info

The Video Collection "New Catalogue" advert from 1986 which is narrated by Ray Brooks featuring 'Movie Greats' video tiles including...

* a clip of the 1946 Christmas fantasy comedy-drama film "It's a Wonderful Life"
* a clip of Laurence Olivier in the 1940 psychological drama film "Rebecca" along with Joan Fontaine.
* a clip of the 1952 Western film "High Noon" starring Gary Cooper and Grace Kelly
* A still for other movie greats that are available which are "Ring of Brightwater", "Duel in the Sun" and many more to which Ray Brooks announces.
* clips for John Wayne films on video such as the chatting and kissing scene from "The Quiet Man" (1952), brief clips of other movies with John Wayne such as "Rio Grande" (1950), "Sands of Iwo Jima" (1950), "Dark Command" (1940), the punching scene from "Wake of the Red Witch" (1948) and a clip from "Flying Tigers" (1942).
* clips for films starring Cary Grant including a clip of himself with Doris Day in "The Touch of Mink" (1952), a clip of himself with Ingrid Bergman in "Indiscreet" (1958), "Operation Petticoat", "Father Goose", "Bringing Up Baby", "The Green is Greener", and many more...,
* Musicals - Flying Down to Rio, The Gay Divorcee, Young at Heart and many more...,
* Children's Entertainment - Care Bears, The Get Along Gang, ThunderCats, Mask, Thomas The Tank Engine and Friends, Yogi Bear, The Wind in the Willows and many children's videos.
* The Video Music Collection - Duran and many musical videos. and Sports - Sport Aid, Run the World, Jane Fonda's Workout and many sports videos

It starts with a view of the video collection catalogue with a sky background and videos anywhere, one of which is the Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends Coal and Other Stories VHS, easily identified by the orange background on the cover. The announcer says **"Welcome to The Video Collection. Our brand new catalogue is packed with great films."**

it is followed by a montage of clips of the following and in order:

* Ring of Bright Water
* Richard lll
* Mr. Blandings Builds his Dream House
* She Wore a Yellow Ribbon
* Escape to Victory
* The Way Ahead
* Tommy Cooper
* Benny Hill and Friends
* Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends
* Tin Tin (The Animated Series)
* Dennis
* Thundercats
* Button Moon
* Teddy Ruxpin
* Music Videos of Phil Collins, Queen and Hot Chocolate under the Gold Rushes range (Possibly a successor to The Video Music Collection range)
* Finally, there are the front cover of two videos, one about making the most of your house and the other Jane fonda's Prime Time Workout

The 1987 promo ends with The Video Collection 1986 logo as the Announcer says: **"Films, cartoons, music and much, much more. A galaxy of entertainment that is close to your high street and part of your home. The Video Collection. Britain's biggest selling video label!"**
Animation Spirit

**Animation Spirit** is a UK VHS release by BBC Enterprises Ltd on 23rd August 1993.

## Episodes

1. Fireman Sam: The Great Inventor
2. Funnybones: Ghost Train
3. Toucan Tecs: Up in the Air
4. Joshua Jones: Horseplay
5. Will Quack Quack: Late for School
6. SuperTed and the Gun Smugglers

## Opening (Original 1993 Release)

1. BBC Video Tracking Control Warning (1991-1997)
2. BBC Video Copyright Warning (1991-1997) (1991-1995 Version)
3. 1991-1997 BBC Video Ident (Opening Version)
4. BBC Video Slide: The Very Best of Fireman Sam, Funnybones: Bumps in the Night and Joshua Jones: Horseplay from BBC Video, Toucan Tecs: Big Time Video from The Video Collection, and Three Video Releases of The Adventures of Will Quack Quack, The New Adventures of SuperTed and The Heroic Adventures of SuperTed from Tempo Video
5. Animation Spirit Title Card
6. Fireman Sam Opening Titles
7. Start of The Great Inventor (1988)

## Closing (Original 1993 Release)

1. End Of SuperTed and the Gun Smugglers (1984)
2. SuperTed Closing Credits
3. WALES4CYMRU Ident (Silent)
4. 1991-1997 BBC Video Ident (Closing Version with 1993 Copyright Stamp)
5. BBC Video Copyright Warning (1991-1997) (1991-1995 Version)
Birds For All Seasons

**Birds for All Seasons** is a UK VHS release by BBC Enterprises Ltd on 5th September 1988.

## Trailers and info

The Video Collection "New Catalogue" advert from 1986 which is narrated by Ray Brooks featuring 'Movie Greats' video tiles including...

* a clip of the 1946 Christmas fantasy comedy-drama film "It's a Wonderful Life"
* a clip of Laurence Olivier in the 1940 psychological drama film "Rebecca" along with Joan Fontaine.
* a clip of the 1952 Western film "High Noon" starring Gary Cooper and Grace Kelly
* A still for other movie greats that are available which are "Ring of Brightwater", "Duel in the Sun" and many more to which Ray Brooks announces.
* clips for John Wayne films on video such as the chatting and kissing scene from "The Quiet Man" (1952), brief clips of other movies with John Wayne such as "Rio Grande" (1950), "Sands of Iwo Jima" (1950), "Dark Command" (1940), the punching scene from "Wake of the Red Witch" (1948) and a clip from "Flying Tigers" (1942).
* clips for films starring Cary Grant including a clip of himself with Doris Day in "The Touch of Mink" (1952), a clip of himself with Ingrid Bergman in "Indiscreet" (1958), "Operation Petticoat", "Father Goose", "Bringing Up Baby", "The Green is Greener", and many more...,
* Musicals - Flying Down to Rio, The Gay Divorcee, Young at Heart and many more...,
* Children's Entertainment - Care Bears, The Get Along Gang, ThunderCats, Mask, Thomas The Tank Engine and Friends, Yogi Bear, The Wind in the Willows and many children's videos.
* The Video Music Collection - Duran and many musical videos. and Sports - Sport Aid, Run the World, Jane Fonda's Workout and many sports videos

It starts with a view of the video collection catalogue with a sky background and videos anywhere, one of which is the Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends Coal and Other Stories VHS, easily identified by the orange background on the cover. The announcer says **"Welcome to The Video Collection. Our brand new catalogue is packed with great films."**

it is followed by a montage of clips of the following and in order:

* Ring of Bright Water
* Richard lll
* Mr. Blandings Builds his Dream House
* She Wore a Yellow Ribbon
* Escape to Victory
* The Way Ahead
* Tommy Cooper
* Benny Hill and Friends
* Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends
* Tin Tin (The Animated Series)
* Dennis
* Thundercats
* Button Moon
* Teddy Ruxpin
* Music Videos of Phil Collins, Queen and Hot Chocolate under the Gold Rushes range (Possibly a successor to The Video Music Collection range)
* Finally, there are the front cover of two videos, one about making the most of your house and the other Jane fonda's Prime Time Workout

The 1987 promo ends with The Video Collection 1986 logo as the Announcer says: **"Films, cartoons, music and much, much more. A galaxy of entertainment that is close to your high street and part of your home. The Video Collection. Britain's biggest selling video label!"**
Jim'll Fix It - Bank Holiday Special 1979

**Jim'll Fix It - Bank Holiday Special 1979** is a UK VHS release by BBC Enterprises Ltd on 7th June 1989.

## Episode Info

1. **Bank Holiday Special 1** -
2. **Bank Holiday Special 2** -

## Trailers and info

The Video Collection "New Catalogue" advert from 1986 which is narrated by Ray Brooks featuring 'Movie Greats' video tiles including...

* a clip of the 1946 Christmas fantasy comedy-drama film "It's a Wonderful Life"
* a clip of Laurence Olivier in the 1940 psychological drama film "Rebecca" along with Joan Fontaine.
* a clip of the 1952 Western film "High Noon" starring Gary Cooper and Grace Kelly
* A still for other movie greats that are available which are "Ring of Brightwater", "Duel in the Sun" and many more to which Ray Brooks announces.
* clips for John Wayne films on video such as the chatting and kissing scene from "The Quiet Man" (1952), brief clips of other movies with John Wayne such as "Rio Grande" (1950), "Sands of Iwo Jima" (1950), "Dark Command" (1940), the punching scene from "Wake of the Red Witch" (1948) and a clip from "Flying Tigers" (1942).
* clips for films starring Cary Grant including a clip of himself with Doris Day in "The Touch of Mink" (1952), a clip of himself with Ingrid Bergman in "Indiscreet" (1958), "Operation Petticoat", "Father Goose", "Bringing Up Baby", "The Green is Greener", and many more...,
* Musicals - Flying Down to Rio, The Gay Divorcee, Young at Heart and many more...,
* Children's Entertainment - Care Bears, The Get Along Gang, ThunderCats, Mask, Thomas The Tank Engine and Friends, Yogi Bear, The Wind in the Willows and many children's videos.
* The Video Music Collection - Duran and many musical videos. and Sports - Sport Aid, Run the World, Jane Fonda's Workout and many sports videos

It starts with a view of the video collection catalogue with a sky background and videos anywhere, one of which is the Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends Coal and Other Stories VHS, easily identified by the orange background on the cover. The announcer says **"Welcome to The Video Collection. Our brand new catalogue is packed with great films."**

it is followed by a montage of clips of the following and in order:

* Ring of Bright Water
* Richard lll
* Mr. Blandings Builds his Dream House
* She Wore a Yellow Ribbon
* Escape to Victory
* The Way Ahead
* Tommy Cooper
* Benny Hill and Friends
* Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends
* Tin Tin (The Animated Series)
* Dennis
* Thundercats
* Button Moon
* Teddy Ruxpin
* Music Videos of Phil Collins, Queen and Hot Chocolate under the Gold Rushes range (Possibly a successor to The Video Music Collection range)
* Finally, there are the front cover of two videos, one about making the most of your house and the other Jane fonda's Prime Time Workout

The 1987 promo ends with The Video Collection 1986 logo as the Announcer says: **"Films, cartoons, music and much, much more. A galaxy of entertainment that is close to your high street and part of your home. The Video Collection. Britain's biggest selling video label!"**
Jim'll Fix It - Christmas Special 1992

**Jim'll Fix It - Christmas Special 1992** is a UK VHS release by BBC Worldwide Ltd on 27th October 2001.

## Trailers and info

The BBC Worldwide children's trailer from 2001 with clips of "Tweenies", "Bill and Ben", "Teletubbies", "The First Snow of Winter", "Yoho Ahoy", "Ethelbert the Tiger" and "Second Star to the Left".
Happy Christmas From the Teletubbies

**Happy Christmas From the Teletubbies** is a UK VHS release by BBC Worldwide Ltd on 12th October 1998.

## Description

One day in Teletubbyland, something appeared. It was a Christmas tree with four presents! One for Tinky Winky, one for Dipsy, one for Laa-Laa and one for Po. Find out what happens when the Teletubbies open their presents. And when the magic windmill turns, watch children in the real world enjoying Christmas too - singing carols, making cards and decorating a tree. The Teletubbies love Christmas very much!

## Chapters/Segments

1. The Magic Christmas Tree (From Christmas Tree)
2. Teletubbies dance to Jingle Bells (From Making Christmas Cards)
3. Christmas Tree
4. Laa Laa's Decorations (From Making Christmas Cards)
5. Christmas Carols
6. Po's Little Frosty Cloud (From Snowy Story)
7. Making Christmas Cards
8. Dipsy's Christmas Cracker (From Crackers)
9. Dipsy Dances to We wish you a Merry Christmas (From Christmas Carols)
10. Tinky Winky's Magic Star (From Christmas Carols)

Featuring: Naomi Adeniji, Desmond, Ella & Lilly Ainsworth, Lewis Evans, Elliott and Jazzmin Fairhurst-Groethe, Saalim Koomar, Anne-Marie Tuckwell and The Children of St. Charles Primary School, Gosforth

## Trivia

* In Tubby Bye-Bye , when the Teletubbies walk up to the hole at the top of the house, instead of the Tubby Bye-Bye song, a Teletubby version of Jingle Bells plays and the ending music is a Christmas version.
* Laa Laa was the boo shouter in the UK Version.
* Po was the missing teletubby.

## Trailers and info

* A slide showing 4 Teletubbies books and fading into another slide that shows another 3 Teletubbies books and "Teletubbies - Uh Oh! Messes and Muddles" available.
Last of the Summer Wine - Full Steam Behind

**Last of the Summer Wine - Full Steam Behind** is a UK VHS release by BBC Worldwide Ltd on 7th September 1998.

## Description

**Three choice selections from the BBC's longest-running comedy series.**

The passing of time seems to have drawn to a halt in this corner of Yorkshire. Foggy is still rooted spiritually in the 1940's, Clegg still inhabits that duty-free time zone reserved for ex-lino salesmen and Compo rarely changes - particularly his vest. While all around sink gently into retirement, their search to enliven their days continues to cause mischief and mayhem.

## Episode Synopsis

* **Full Steam Behind**
Foggy takes Compo and Clegg to see a piece of history: the Steam Preservation Society's re-opening of an old railway line.
* **The Flag and its Snag**
"What better to complete the British landscape than the great British flag." But to reach the summit of Foggy's ambitions requires a certain amount of energy - not so apparent in his two compatriots.
* **The Flag and Further Snags**
With help of the Commodore and the Grand Order of Bullocks, Foggy's flag-flying aspirations take shape. But the best of mice and senior citizens...
ChuckleVision - Men in White Coats

ChuckleVision - Men in White Coats is a UK VHS released in 1995 by BBC

## Description

3 mad episodes with those crazy Chuckle Brothers! AS SEEN ON BBC TV
Starring The Chuckle Brothers, Written by The Rory Clark, Robert Taylor & Nick McIvor
Welcome to the crazy world of ChuckleVision courtesy of those barmy Chuckle Brothers, Paul and Barry, in 3 mad episodes from their BBC TV series. Whether they're being helpful, gala performing or time travelling, one thing's certain - there's always plenty to chuckle about!

## Episodes

1. **Men In White Coats** - While both wearing white coats, The Chuckle Brothers get mistaken for jobs in which you would wear white coats for.
2. **Gala Performance** - Paul and Barry plan to put on a gala performance for the famous opera star Kerry Tikanotherone.
3. **Time Travelers** - Paul and Barry open a clock repair shop, but after Paul wires all the clocks together they travel back in time.
Albert the 5th Musketeer 1 - The King's New Shoes

**Albert the 5th Musketeer 1 - The King's New Shoes** is a UK VHS release by BBC Enterprises Ltd on 17th October 1994.

## Trailers and info

A slide that is showing three **"*Animals of Farthing Wood*"** video titles to which they are 1: "The Journey Begins",
2: "On to White Deer Park" and 3: "From Copse to Quarry" that are also available from BBC Video.
BBC Children in Need 1987

**BBC Children in Need 1987** is a UK VHS release by BBC Worldwide Ltd on 7th April 1997.

## Episode Info

1. Part 1 - BBC radio and television studios throughout the country link up for the climax to this year's appeal. Terry Wogan and Sue Cook introduce a star-studded evening of entertainment. Last year over E8.6 million was raised, and this money has now been distributed to deprived or handicapped children throughout the UK. Every penny raised goes in direct help to the children, and tonight's programmes include reports on a wide variety of projects that have been helped by your generosity last year. Phone in with your pledge, make a donation, and join in the fun of this special evening.
2. Jim Fixes It for Children in Need - Jimmy Savile joins the Children in Need team to make some dreams come true for a very special girl as part of this evening's live appeal.
3. Part 2 - Terry Wogan with more celebrity guests taking your calls and joining in the fun. Sue Cook brings you the latest totals and news of your pledges as the appeal gains momentum.
4. Part 3 - Terry Wogan and Sue Cook introduce the second part of this evening's entertainment on BBC1 with celebrities joining in the fun and taking your calls. All BBCtv and radio stations are on air to receive your Pledges and bring reports on how the appeal is progressing.
5. Part 4 - Terry Wogan and Sue Cook , plus a host of BBC celebrities, link up with radio and television stations all over the country to bring you entertainment and excitement as the phones ring and viewers and listeners join in the fun. Ray Moore reports from Crystal Palace, where people from all over the country are arriving with news of their fund-raising events.
6. Part 5 - The Last Lap, Terry Wogan and Sue Cook , plus their guests, preside over the final stages of this year's appeal. As midnight approaches, the pledging continues in a bid to beat last year's record grand total. Phone in with your pledge and help to help Children in Need.

## Trailers and info

The VCI children's trailer from 1996 with clips from "Thomas The Tank Engine & Friends", "Fourways Farm", "Sooty & Co.", "Rosie & Jim", "Tots Video", "Sky Dancers" and "Dragon Flyz".
Last of the Summer Wine - The Heavily Reinforced Bottom

**Last of the Summer Wine - The Heavily Reinforced Bottom** is a UK VHS release by BBC Worldwide Ltd on 12th June 1995.

## Description

The mayhem caused by three elderly idlers in the Yorkshire countryside has entertained the nation for over 20yrs. When ex-headmaster and sometime inventor Seymour joined bewildered guinea pig Compo and droll observer Clegg, alongside such characters as Edie, Nora Batty, Marina and Howard, we were clearly in for a classic 'Summer Wine' vintage...

## Episode Info

* **THE HEAVILY REINFORCED BOTTOM**
Despite Compo's years spent bringing his body to a state of physical imperfection, Seymour puts him on a fitness regime. But is he ready for the rigours of canoeing? Resplendent in Milburn's wet suit, hugging a rubber ring and lowered into the canal by a fork-lift, Compo's not taking any chances.
* **WHO'S FEELING REJECTED THEN?**
Seymour is excited about his latest invention - an ejector seat. In an absurdly successful bid to charm Compo, he promotes him to Executive in Charge of Testing. Days of bottom bruising tests lead to a small explosive element being introduced. The result: a huge crowd, a loud bang and a foam rubber-stuffed figure - alow whimper...
* **JAWS**
"Thee is not compatible with modern kitchens," Nora Batty has told Compo. Thus discouraged from attending the demostration of Seymour's patent waste disposal unit at Edie's Compo is able to execute a plan which takes him nearer to Nora Batty's bloomers. But what terrible punishments are in store for impersonating a Wally?
A Song for Europe 1980

**A Song for Europe 1980** is a UK VHS release by BBC Enterprises Ltd on 5th August 1985.

## Description

The song which will represent the United Kingdom at the Eurovision Song Contest in The Hague on 19 April will be chosen from the 12 finalists, who will perform live before an invited audience at the Television Theatre, London.

Juries from 14 regions will vote for the winning song.

## Songs

1. Scramble - Don't Throw Your Love Away
2. Maggie Moone - Happy Everything
3. Plain Sailing - Easy
4. Sonja Jones - Here We'll Stay
5. Prima Donna - Love Enough for Two
6. Jacqui Scott - Symphony for You
7. Duke and the Aces - Love is Alive
8. Roy Winston - Everything's All Right
9. Midnite - Love Comes Love Grows
10. The Main Event - Gonna Do My Best
11. Pussyfoot - I Want to Be Me
12. Kim Clark - Surrender

## Trivia

* Introduced by Terry Wogan with John Coleman and his Orchestra

## Trailers and info

The 1985 advert with clips of various titles that are released by the Video Collection including clips from:

* John Wayne classics
* "Rio Grande"
* "Sands of Iwo Jima"
* "The Quiet Man"
* Cary Grant carrying Doris Day on his shoulder in "A Touch of Mink"
* "Indiscreet" (1958)
* "Operation Petticoat"
* Cary Grant in "Father Goose"
* The greatest western film "High Noon"
* "The Bells of St. Mary's"
* It's a wonderful life
* Invasion of the Body Snatchers
* a scene of Frank Sinatra saying 'Hi' in "Young at Heart"
* Never Love a Stranger.
* "The Men"
* "The Glory Boys"

Then here is range of cartoon clips for some children's titles by the Video Collection including.

* "Mr. T" smashing the door down and arriving into a room in an episode of the "Mr. T" cartoon show,
* "Space Ghost" flying downward in the cosmos and shooting lasers with his hand.
* "Atom Ant" arriving into shot in the "Atom Ant" cartoon intro.
* The scene of Zilly running away from a crocodile in his jacket from the "Dastardly and Muttley" cartoon show.
* A gust of wind blowing Atom Ant's mailbox outside his tree the wrong side.
* "Yogi Bear" watching his friend run out of his cave in "Hey There, it's Yogi Bear"
* He-Man getting his power of Greyskull ready in the intro of the "He-Man and the Universe" cartoon series and yelling his "I have the power" quote.
* Mr T taking a glare.
* Muttley having a wheezy giggle in the airplane scene of a "Dastardly and Muttley" cartoon episode

Here is the last few set of clips that end the commercial which are:

* a "Young at Heart" scene of Doris Day taking a smile.

The very last clip of the advert is the logo of the Video Collection with the announcer telling people to start their collection today.

The 1985 Video Collection children's cartoon advert with Mr. T (live action segment), Dastardly and Muttley, Atom Ant, Yogi Bear, Mr. T (cartoon segment), He-Man and the Masters of the Universe, Top Cat, Winsome Witch, Secret Squirrel, Squiddly Diddly, The Flintstones and Space Ghost.
BBC's Old Skool Children's Favourites II

BBC Old Skool Children's Favourites II is UK VHS Released by BBC Enterprises LTD in 1989

## Episodes

1. Flower Pot Men - Scarecrow
2. Camberwick Green - PC McGarry
3. Andy Pandy - Red Engine
4. Mr. Benn - Cook
5. Bagpuss - The Owls of Athens
6. The Magic Roundabout - The Caravan
7. Paddington Bear - A Visit to The Dentist
8. Postman Pat's Rainy Day
9. SuperTed and the Stolen Rocket
10. The Adventures of Spot - Spot Goes to School
A Song for Europe 1989

**A Song for Europe 1989** is a UK VHS release by BBC on 11th April 1994.

## Description

*A Song for Europe* was a television show presented on 24 March 1989, featuring eight songs and hosted by Terry Wogan.

For the second year running, the BBC convened a panel to pass comment on each of the songs. The panel comprised Deke Arlon, Gary Davies, Leslie Bricusse, and former Eurovision winner Lulu.

This was a very dis-jointed final. The original singer chosen for "Back in the Groove" was to have been Garry Gibb; the song "Shame" was to have been sung by its writer, Marwenna Haver, and the song that won had its name and the name of the performer changed.

This was the third appearance in a UK final for James Oliver. This year he had a sad ballad which was, at times, drowned-out by his four backing singers. James' microphone also broke down, as it had also done four years earlier in the UK final.

Danny Ellis had the pedigree writing team on paper but gave the appearance during his performance that he had one too many sips of the fizzy pop prior to his performance. DJ Gary Davies said that he could imagine it being sung by Frank Sinatra. Danny had previously written "Where does that love come from" performed by the **Duskey Sisters** at the 1981 Irish National final for Eurovision placing joint 3rd.

Julie Coulson aka Julie C had put out her song on 7" single with a sticker on the front cover saying: "Too good for Eurovision"

The Pearls were Emma Robbins (sister to Kate Robbins and Jane Robbins), Sophie Allisstone, Beejay Baddon, and Pamela Sheyne (also known as Pam Sheyne). Their song was actually written by husband and wife writing team Joe and Pauly Ortiz. Pam Sheyne would later appear at the UK finals of 1994 and 1996. The Robbins sisters (Kate and Jane) had themselves been in the UK final of 1980 as part of the group Prima Donna

Frankie Johnson, 27 from Wales; had previously been the British Doubles Dance Champion at the age of 18 and was in the Top of the Pops dance troupe **Zoo** He also used to sing in his dad's group The Shantels. Frankie's first group were called **Whisper Zone** who were an 8 piece. As part of the dance group **Harlem** he had won the "Saturday Super Store" talent show. His first ever single on Debut Records was called "Call Me" and was a minor success in the UK Soul Charts.

Linda Carroll was making her second appearance in a UK final.

There were 300,000 televotes cast in 90 minutes of telephone lines being open for voting.

## Trailers and info

The VCI children's trailer from 1994 with clips from "The Magic House", "Sooty and Co.", "Rainbow", "Christopher Crocodile", "Brum", "The Riddlers", "Sesame Street", "Thomas The Tank Engine and Friends", "Tots TV", "Rosie and Jim" and "The Wind in the Willows".
BBC Children in Need 1980

**BBC Children in Need 1980** is a UK VHS release by BBC Enterprises Ltd on 5th October 1993.

## Episodes info

1. Terry Wogan and Esther Rantzen are joined by celebrities and an invited audience at London's Cunard Hotel for a special entertainment to mark over 50 years of giving to Children in Need.
The programme includes highlights from the world of comedy, sport and variety.
Sue Lawley introduces reports from BBC studios throughout the country as viewers respond to this year's appeal.
2. Terry Wogan, Sue Lawley and Esther Rantzen introduce special reports from Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales.
3. - Ronnie Barker and Frank Bough join Sue Lawley and Terry Wogan as donations flow in for this nationwide appeal.
4. From Television Centre, Sue Lawley introduces reports from BBC studios throughout the United Kingdom. At the Cunard Hotel, Terry Wogan and Esther Rantzen are joined by charity workers and celebrities all with one common aim -to help children throughout the country who are in need of any kind.
5. Terry Wogan presides at The Final Count with reports from Sue Lawley and Esther Rantzen as this year's television appeal draws to a close.
6. Pingu ‘s new kite. Pingu has a old kite what is broke then pingu has an idea he tells mom & dad to get that kite they said too busy Pingu was going to granpda’s house and making new kite.
7. Sooty at the organ
8. Fireman sam: spot of bother
9. Jackanory : Mortimer’s portrait on glass part 1&2
10. Clangers: goods
11. Muffin the mule: muffin’s bath
12. Andy pandy: jack in the box

## Trailers and info

The Video Collection children's trailer from 1993 with clips of "Thomas The Tank Engine and Friends", "Rosie and Jim", "Tots TV", and "The Wind in the Willows".
BBC Wildlife Specials - "Bird Brain of Britain" and "The Flying Gourmet's Guide"

**BBC Wildlife Specials - "Bird Brain of Britain" and "The Flying Gourmet's Guide"** is a UK VHS release on 5th September 1988.

## Film Details

* **BIRD BRAIN OF BRITAIN**
* **THE FLYING GOURMET'S GUIDE**

## Trailers and info

It starts with a view of the video collection catalogue with a sky background and videos anywhere, one of which is the Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends Coal and Other Stories VHS, easily identified by the orange background on the cover. The announcer says **"Welcome to The Video Collection. Our brand new catalogue is packed with great films."**

it is followed by a montage of clips of the following and in order:

* Ring of Bright Water
* Richard lll
* Mr. Blandings Builds his Dream House
* She Wore a Yellow Ribbon
* Escape to Victory
* The Way Ahead
* Tommy Cooper
* Benny Hill and Friends
* Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends
* Tin Tin (The Animated Series)
* Dennis
* Thundercats
* Button Moon
* Teddy Ruxpin
* Music Videos of Phil Collins, Queen and Hot Chocolate under the Gold Rushes range (Possibly a successor to The Video Music Collection range)
* Finally, there are the front cover of two videos, one about making the most of your house and the other Jane fonda's Prime Time Workout

The 1987 promo ends with The Video Collection 1986 logo as the Announcer says: **"Films, cartoons, music and much, much more. A galaxy of entertainment that is close to your high street and part of your home. The Video Collection. Britain's biggest selling video label!"**
Jim'll Fix It - Christmas Special 1986

**Jim'll Fix It - Christmas Special 1986** is a UK VHS release by BBC Worldwide Ltd on 5th November 1995.

## Trailers and info

The VCI children's carnival trailer from 1995 with clips from "Thomas The Tank Engine and Friends", "Fourways Farm", "The Wind in the Willows", "Sooty and Co.", "Teddy Bear Sing-Along", "Rosie and Jim" and "Brum".
Fireman Sam - The Hero Next Door

**Fireman Sam - The Hero Next Door** is a UK VHS release by BBC Enterprises Ltd on 15th February 1988 and 2nd November 1992. It contains four episodes from the ever popular Welsh/British children's TV series "Fireman Sam" since their debuts on BBC TV from 17th November to 22nd December in 1987.

## Episodes

1. Kite
2. Flat Tyre
3. Trevor's Training
4. Norman's Tricky Day

## Credits

Based on the television series produced by Bumper Films Ltd for S4C - Channel 4 Wales - and Prism Art and Design Ltd

Original idea by: Dave Gingell and Dave Jones. Assisted by Mike Young
Characters and Storylines created by: Rob Lee
Written by: Nia Ceidiog
Music by: Ben Heneghan and Ian Lawson
Lyrics by Robin Lyons. Sung by: Maldwyn Pope
Produced and Directed by: John Walker and Ian Frampton

Fireman Sam © 1985 Prism Art and Design Ltd. © 1987 S4C- Channel 4 Wales

## Opening

1. Warning screen (1984-1988)
2. BBC Video Star 1980-1988 logo
3. Fireman Sam intro
4. Start of The Kite (1987)

## Closing

1. End of Norman's Tricky Day (1987)
2. Fireman Sam closing
3. BUMPER FILMS for S4C and Prism Art and Design Limited with thanks to the Fire Service
4. BBC Video Star 1980-1988 closing logo
5. Warning screen (1984-1988)

## Trailers and info

### 1993 Re-Release

A slide that includes six other "***Fireman Sam***" titles on video to which they are 1: "Lost Cat", 2: "Sam's Day Off",
3: "Snow Business", 4: "Norman's Pitfall", 5: "All in a Good Cause" and 6: "The Very Best of Fireman Sam", all to which are also available on BBC Video.
Paddington Bear: The Movie

Paddington Bear: The Movie is a UK VHS release by BBC Video on April 10, 1995.

## Description

It's a wonderful safety in the country race with Paddington Bear.

## Cast:

* Michael Hordern as Narrator, Paddington Bear, Mr. Brown, Mr. Curry and Mr. Gruber
* Mollie Sudgen as Mrs. Bird
* Paige O'Hara as Mrs. Brown
* Susan Sheridan as Jonathan Brown
* Amanda Root as Judy Brown
* Sandra Kerr as Princess of England
* Neil Buchanan as Doctor Terence
* Richard Waites as Henry
* Edward Kelsey as Prince of England
* Kerry Shale, Brian Trueman and Jimmy Hibbert as Additional Voices

## Credits

* Written by Sandra Kerr
* Screenplay by Susan Sheridan
* Story by Amanda Root
* Based on the Characters Created by Michael Bond
* Edited by Nigel Rutter
* Music and Lyrics by Paige O'Hara and Robby Benson
* Music Score by Ron Aspery
* Executive Producers: Jo Pullen and David Clutterbuck
* Produced by Ivor Wood, Barrie Edwards and David Yates
* Directed by Brian Little

## Trailers and info

### Opening (1995 release)

* CC screens
* Tracking control screen
* Warning screen
* BBC Video logo (1991-1997)
* Paddington Bear: The Movie title card
* Paramount Pictures logo (1986-2002)
* Opening Credits Film
* Start of Paddington Bear: The Movie (1988)

### Closing (1995 release)

* End of Paddington Bear: The Movie (1988)
* End Credits (1988)
* FilmFair London logo (1968-1989)
* Paramount Pictures logo (1986-2002) (silent)
* BBC Video logo (ending) (1991-1997)
* Warning screen