Here Come the Double Deckers (1970-1971)
EndedScripted showComedy, Children
Here Come the Double Deckers was a 17-part British children's TV series from 1970-71 revolving around the adventures of seven children whose den was an old red double-decker London bus in an unused junk yard.
Each week saw the gang in a separate adventure including episodes based around a runaway homemade hovercraft, a chocolate factory and invading 'Martians' with guns that shot out chocolate candy, a disastrous camping holiday, collecting tin foil for a guide dog, becoming pop moguls with their protégé 'The Cool Cavalier' and a haunted stately home.
The programme made its debut on 12 September 1970 at 10:30 am ET in the US on ABC, and at 4:55 pm on 1 January 1971 in Britain on BBC 1.
Network
Scheduleevery Saturday at 10:30 (30 min)
Recent Episodes
| Episode | Name | Airdate |
|---|---|---|
| S01E17 | A Hit for a Miss | janv. 2, 1971 |
| S01E16 | Up to Scratch | déc. 26, 1970 |
| S01E15 | United We Stand | déc. 19, 1970 |
| S01E14 | Man's Best Friend | déc. 12, 1970 |
| S01E13 | Barney | déc. 5, 1970 |
Frequently Asked Questions Warning: Spoilers
When did 'Here Come the Double Deckers' premiere?
'Here Come the Double Deckers' premiered on September 12, 1970.
Who created the TV series 'Here Come the Double Deckers'?
'Here Come the Double Deckers' was created by Harry Booth and Roy Simpson.
What is the TV series 'Here Come the Double Deckers' about?
'Here Come the Double Deckers' is about the adventures of a group of seven children who form a clubhouse in a disused red bus.
What was the running time of each episode of 'Here Come the Double Deckers'?
Each episode of 'Here Come the Double Deckers' was 25 minutes long.
Who were the main cast members of 'Here Come the Double Deckers'?
The main cast members of 'Here Come the Double Deckers' included Melvyn Hayes, Gillian Bailey, Peter Firth, Brinsley Forde, and others.
Which company produced 'Here Come the Double Deckers'?
'Here Come the Double Deckers' was produced by Century Films.
Did 'Here Come the Double Deckers' win any awards?
'Here Come the Double Deckers' was not nominated for or win any awards.
How many episodes were produced for the TV series 'Here Come the Double Deckers'?
A total of 17 episodes were produced for the TV series 'Here Come the Double Deckers'.
Which network aired 'Here Come the Double Deckers'?
'Here Come the Double Deckers' was aired on BBC.
In which country was 'Here Come the Double Deckers' primarily produced?
'Here Come the Double Deckers' was primarily produced in the United Kingdom.
Was the TV series 'Here Come the Double Deckers' broadcast in color or black and white?
'Here Come the Double Deckers' was broadcast in color.
What was the age range of the child actors who starred in 'Here Come the Double Deckers'?
The child actors who starred in 'Here Come the Double Deckers' had an age range of 8 to 17 years old.
Was 'Here Come the Double Deckers' popular with audiences when it aired?
Yes, 'Here Come the Double Deckers' was quite popular with younger audiences when it first aired.
What genre of TV series is 'Here Come the Double Deckers'?
'Here Come the Double Deckers' is a children's adventure television series.
What was the theme song of 'Here Come the Double Deckers'?
The theme song of 'Here Come the Double Deckers' was titled "Here Come the Double Deckers".
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