Talking Pictures TV
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Archive TV Channel. Keeping celluloid alive! Freeview82 Freesat306 Sky328 & Virgin445. FREE catch-up via Freeview Red Button and https://t.co/asFAv1J6x2
Joined March 2015
BREAKING NEWS:. We released an Amazon Firestick & Fire TV app last week. This week you can now find the đ¨BRAND NEW APPđ¨ on Android TVs and on Apple mobile devices like iPhones & iPads and Apple TV. Search âTPTV Encoreâ on your device to find the app and run the install.
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So turns out me and dad made headlines on CBS morning news in the US :) . Itâs all been rather lovelyâŚ.
A home-run TV station in the U.K. is pulling in millions of viewers by airing classic British TV shows and movies. @haleyjoelleott met up with the father-daughter duo behind Talking Pictures.
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Itâs a sad day here. Our dear friend Brian Murphy has left us for the cinema in the sky. The world is a sadder place without this lovely man. We shall miss him terribly.
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Sad news that dear #DennisWaterman has left us for the cinema in the sky. RIP dear friend.
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Dearest Sylvia Syms has gone to the great cinema in the sky,Sylvia we promise to keep your memory alive and are thinking of your family and friends at such a sad time, rest in peace dear lady.
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It is such sad news to learn that we have lost the wonderful Kenneth Cope. There simply isnât enough space to do justice to the many brilliant performances he gave us through the years. Thank you, Kenneth. Rest in peace.
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The saddest of news. There donât seem to be words adequate. He entertained and delighted generation after generation. Goodbye Bernard and thank you for all the joy.
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It is with sadness that we learn of the death of our dear friend Liz Fraser. May she rest in peace in the great cinema in the sky.
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Very Sad news .Dearest Jill Gascoine passed away peacefully early this morning. Our thoughts are with her family.
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One last salute to Private Pike. It is very sad to say goodbye to the much-loved Ian Lavender. Always much more than just a 'stupid boy', thank you for so many smiles along the way - Noel.
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Oh, no! not Leslie Phillips ?! this is such sad , sad news. Whoâs going to Say âDing, Dong !â Now? Rest in peace dear chap, you will be so missed.
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We are terribly sad to hear the news that Nicholas Ball has died. Such a talented actor in all his many roles but remembered particularly fondly for Hazell. Rest in peace Nicholas.
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Beautiful songstress Clodagh Rodgers, whose voice entertained us from Eurovision to the Palladium, has sadly left us for the great theatre in the sky. Thank you for the music, dear lady. Rest in Peace.
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Oh no, dear Aunt Sally , this is such sad news, rest in peace dear #UnaStubbs You will be so missed.
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Heartbreaking news to hear that the great actor #TimothyWestCBE has died. The great cinema in the sky has gained a true legend. Our thoughts are with his family at this time. RIP dear friend.
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Dad and I are sitting here watching the channel thinking how has it been 9 years since we launched. We start our 10th year in a few days. But we couldnât have done it without you. Our loyal audience. Take a bow in The Intermission. Thank you all x
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We are so sorry to have to say goodbye to our dear friend Barry Cryer. Thank you for all the laughter and the smiles.
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Today we said goodbye to Lynda Baron, one of our finest character actresses. The corner shop wonât be the same without her. RIP.
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Saddened to hear our dear friend Honor Blackman has gone to the great cinema in the sky. She will always be our blonde bombshell. Rest in peace dear Honor.
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She will always be âMirandaâ the perfect mermaid to me. Farewell dear Glynis Johns, who has left us for the cinema in the sky. What talent. What a voice.
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Sad news Dame Diana Rigg DBE has gone to the cinema in the Sky, so much more than just Ms Peel. Rest in peace Diana.
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A true English Rose. We are so sorry to have to say goodbye to actress and author Jean Marsh OBE. Thank you for entertaining us for so many years. Rest in peace, upstairs.
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This is such awful news. The world is a much sadder place without our dear chum & supporter John Challis. Rest in peace dear John you will be so missed but never , ever forgotten.
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Sad news. Dear Murray Melvin has gone to the great cinema in the sky. He will be remembered for A Taste of Honey , but he did so much more . He shall be missed, dear chap.
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Very sad news that the actor and comedian Tim Brooke Taylor has died. Thank you for all the laughter Tim. Rest in Peace.
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Sad news as we hear one of our âChampionsâ has gone to the cinema in the sky. Rest in Peace dear Stuart Damon.
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Farewell to Mike Berry â the only man who could go from the charts to the shop floor at Grace Brothers without missing a beat.
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We are thrilled to announce that our very own dear Noel Cronin has been awarded a BEM in the #NewYearsHonours for services to TV and Broadcasting. We are of course all over the moon !
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We are sorry to hear of the passing of Anna Karen. Best known as Olive in On The Buses, Anna was so much more. This lovely lady will be missed. Our condolences to Anna's family and friends.
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We are devastated to hear that dear Sheila Steafel has passed away, one of the greats and she will be missed.
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Farewell to the final âHell Driverâ. Rest in peace dear #DavidMcCallum . You will be missed , rest in peace dear chap.
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Tonight there��s one more star in the sky, Dame Angela Lansbury ended her âtale as old as timeâ. Thank you dear Angela and Rest In Peace.
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Today we celebrate our 4th birthday! #TalkingPicturesTV wish to say thank you, to each and every viewer for watching and helping the channel to grow and please keep spreading the word. From the usherette, the projectionist and the bell boy â Noel, Sarah & Neill.
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Many Happy Returns to our very dear friend #MelvynHayes who celebrates his 90th birthday today! Happy birthday dear Melvyn from #TalkingPicturesTV
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Noel and I are devastated. Rest in peace dear pal Bernard Hill. Noel has such good memories of working with you. A true star, now shining up there. Till we meet again #Yosser
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Sad News, #GeorginaHale has gone to the great cinema in the Sky. She will always be âMrs Budgieâ to us, but she was so much more, Georgina will be so missed.
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As lock down looms, Dad & I will keep the projectors going. TPTV will remain a place to escape to! Spread the word!
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We are incredibly sad to hear of the passing of that Queen of British film and stage, Glenda Jackson. One of the very few artists to have won an Oscar, Emmy and Tony, she was a unique talent who will be truly missed.
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Very sad news. Sir. Sean Connery has gone to the great cinema in the Sky. He will be greatly missed. RIP dear chap.
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This Christmas Day, we would like to say a huge thank you for the support you have given the channel. By spreading the word you have enabled us to grow to be the largest independent channel in the UK, we couldn't have done it without you. Merry Christmas. Sarah, Noel & Neill.
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Talking Pictures TV is terribly sad to hear of the passing of the actor Tony Selby. Rest In Peace Corporal Marsh, you will be missed but not forgotten.
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Thank you SO MUCH to everyone who has wished us a happy 6th birthday today. We wouldn't be here without all of you. Here's to many more years.
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We are beyond devastated. Dear chum Paul OâGrady will be so missed. His knowledge of British film history and stars was breathtaking. I hope heâs having tea and a natter with Dora Bryan up there. The world has lost a wonderful man.
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Wishing the fabulous Pete Murray CBE a very happy 99th Birthday today!with a surprise visit from The Footage Detectives!
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Remembering the legendary #GeorgeCole OBE who was #BOTD in 1925. He left us with so many performances on television and films, but what is you favourite?
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Dear #RonPember has left us for the cinema in the sky, leaving us behind a legacy of characters that always showcased his great talent. RIP.
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Sad to hear Ronald Pickup has gone to the great cinema in the sky, rest in peace dear Ron.
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Dearest Joss Ackland CBE has gone to the great cinema in the sky. It was a pleasure to have met you Joss and we shall miss you greatly. Up there with your beloved Rosemary now. Rest in peace dear chap .
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We are so very sad to hear of the passing of Peter Bowles. A charming and entertaining actor in his many TV and film roles including the unforgettable Guthrie Featherstone in âRumpole of the Baileyâ. Thank you, Peter. Rest in Peace.
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Rest in Peace dear Dame Olivia de Havilland. One of the last great stars of Hollywood's Golden Age.
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Starting Sat-25-July at 7:40am, you'll want to get up for. RUNAROUND with #MikeReid only on #TalkingPicturesTV
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Today marks 9 years since #TPTV first started broadcasting! Weâve come a long way. Dad & I canât quite believe it. We thank our viewers for your unwavering support. Itâs your support spreading the word that keeps the projectors rolling (and keeps Bob in a job!).
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Sad news, one of the greatest stars from Upstairs Downstairs, Nicola Pagett has gone to the great Upstairs in the sky. Rest in peace dear 'Elizabeth.'
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So upset that our dear friend Sir Lancelot has gone to the great cinema in the sky. Rest in peace, dear William Russell. See you in the green roomâŚ
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Extremely saddened to hear dear Dame June Whitfield has gone to the great cinema in the sky, may she rest in peace
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To All our Wonderful Viewers, A really big 'Thank You' for all your support, throughout the year, from the projectionistâs box in 'The Bijou' on behalf of the real 'Smallest Show on Earth. Merry Christmas! From Noel, Sarah and Neill.
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Talking Pictures TV are sad to hear of the loss of our dear friend and supporter, ROY HUDD OBE. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this sad time. Rest in Peace.
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Sad news to report that dear Michael Medwin has gone to that great cinema in the sky. We promise to do our bit to keep his memory alive.
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On this day in 1951, SCROOGE: A CHRISTMAS CAROL (1951) is released starring #AlastairSim as Ebenezer Scrooge. An evergreen festive British classic. #RenownPictures #Christmas #Scrooge
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An exciting announcement! The hugely popular, British classic, Z-CARS is coming to #TalkingPicturesTV from September 28th! (You whistling the theme tune yet?)
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Farewell toâ The Singing Detectiveâ. Sir Michael Gambon CBE. A phenomenal acting talent whether on the stage, big screen or small. Thank you Sir and Rest in Peace
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âAin't it a shame kisses can't fly.There'd be no more kisses goodbyeâ we shall always celebrate you dear Barbara.
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Birthday greetings to our great friend, legendary actor Brian Murphy. Happy Birthday from everyone at #TalkingPicturesTV
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On Thur-26-May we celebrate our 7th birthday! We couldn't have done it without our loyal viewers, so we thank you, for seven years of broadcasting and here's to many more! Keep spreading the word! đ đ The projectionist, the usherette and the commissionaire!
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We are saddened to hear of the death of Donald Sutherland. He has starred in TPTV favourites including as Philip Guest in Gideon's Way, John Wood in The Saint, in Cellar Club favourite The Puppet Masters and many more. May he rest in peace in the great cinema in the sky.
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Please be upstanding in the cinema as we pay our respects to Her Majesty The Queen. A very sad day that will be felt across the nation. The National Anthem will play at the end of the film.
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Happy to announce that #TalkingPicturesTV have acquired the rights to screen ARMCHAIR THEATRE, the TV series of plays. They will play on Sunday evenings commencing Sun-3-Feb at 22:10
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10 years ago my dad had an idea to launch a tvchannel showing only old films,clips of nostalgia,old tv series. Everyone told us we were mad.
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We at TPTV are so sad to hear of the passing of our friend, Sir Michael Parkinson CBE. The undisputed king of the TV talk show and a very talented journalist - you will be missed. Thank you Parky.
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Coming Soon! Every Monday on #TalkingPicturesTV beginning Mon-5-February at 6:30pm #JackHargreaves in OUT OF TOWN the nostalgic series about the countryside, rural life and local traditions.
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Today we celebrate our 7th birthday! The time has flown by. We couldn't have done it without our viewers, so we thank you, for 7 years of broadcasting. Here's to the next! Keep spreading the word! đ The projectionist, the usherette and the commissionaire! Choc ices all round!
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Remembering the legendary #MargaretRutherford who was #BOTD in 1892. What is your favourite Rutherford role?
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Kapow! Starting Saturday 1st June at 9am! Holy Superheroes! BATMAN - the original 60s TV series - on #TalkingPicturesTV
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We have some exciting news. We are launching a big huge glossy 40 page mag soon for all lovers of film & TV history and nostalgia . But stuck on a name⌠at the moment we are thinking The Picturegoer! But would love your ideas?.
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Just had a viewer ring to say that all we are currently playing is religious crap and stage plays. Well really! Two words âŚ
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Incredibly saddened to hear dear Tony Britton has died, a real star and a true gent. Our thoughts are with Fern and all the family.
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It is with great regret that we hear of the death of Christopher Beeny, a cracking actor and a dear chum who will sadly be missed by all of us.
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A very happy birthday to #HayleyMills who was #BOTD in 1946. What is your favourite performance of Hayley's?
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A happy birthday today to British radio broadcaster, TV presenter and actor #PeteMurray who celebrates his 98th birthday today! Many happy returns, Pete!
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Sad news. Dear Jack Smethurst has gone to the great cinema in the sky. Watch FOR THE LOVE OF ADA at 6pm to see his glorious comic timing. Farewell Jack.
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A time of reflection and remembrance as we look at some of the stars we have sadly lost during the year. STARS WE HAVE LOST (2024) 7:50pm on #TPTV
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Those steps have still survived too. albeit a little built up today #LaurelAndHardy #TPTVParty
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Talking Pictures TV has heard the legendary actress Fenella Fielding has died. Our thoughts are with her family and friends at this sad time. Rest in peace.
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Sad news . We have lost Kessler. Rest in Peace dear Clifford Rose we will watch your performance in Secret Army though different eyes tomorrow night. An honour to have you on the screen.
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Remembering the legendary #AlastairSim CBE who was #BOTD in 1900. The Scottish actor began his career in the theatre, progressing to films and later television and remained popular throughout his life. He is also remembered for his portrayal of Scrooge in 1951.
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Many of our viewers have been with us since we first began broadcasting, and some of you have only recently discovered our channel. However long youâve been with us, weâd love to hear what films or TV you have enjoyed watching most on our channel?
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So proud folks #LaurelAndHardy are trending on Twitter in the UK. So very proud to be bringing the boys back to British tv :).
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We are deeply saddened to hear the news that the lovely and talented Ruth Madoc has passed away. She had a wonderful career on both stage and screen. Rest in peace, dear Ruth. See you in the great cinema in the sky.
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The great cinema in the sky has claimed another angel tonight. A true British star - #ShirleyAnneField - goodnight, dearest friend.
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A happy birthday to the English actor and writer, #TomBaker who celebrates his 90th birthday today. Known for his Dr Who role his performances include films, theatre, radio and television in all genres from horror to comedy.
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Noel hard at work today & every day viewing films .He works full time at 72 . I might let him have Fatherâs Day off.
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Weâre saddened to hear that the lovely and talented Sally Ann Howes has passed away, aged 91. She has appeared in Talking Pictures TV favourites, Stop Press Girl, and The Admirable Crichton. See you in the great cinema in the sky.
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See you in the great cinema in the sky, Christopher Plummer. Thank you for the memories, which we will continue to screen for many years to come.
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Folks hereâs a question for you ! If we had red button capabilities on Freeview , to catch up programmes youâve missed over last 7 days , would you use it? And can you use it? Is your tv connected to the internet?
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The splendid DAVID WARNER has departed for the great cinema in the sky. Among the finest actors of his generation, his breakthrough film was MORGAN: A SUITABLE CASE FOR TREATMENT (1966). We have lost a great talent. Our condolences to David's friends and family. #DavidWarner
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A happy birthday to our dear friend #RobertPowell who was #BOTD. What's your favourite performance from Robert?
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