Inside Story

Inside Story (1975-2003)

EndedDocumentary show

Inside Story is a BBC documentary series in which journalists investigate various topics from around the world.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday at 21:30 (50 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
2003-04-26Road to Waravr. 26, 2003
2001-08-01Through the Eyes of the Youngaoût 1, 2001
2001-06-11The Oklahoma Bomberjuin 11, 2001
2000-05-24Sex Offenders: Not in Our Back Yardmai 24, 2000
2000-05-21Tito's Storymai 21, 2000
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Inside Story' premiere?

'Inside Story' premiered on September 4, 1975.

Who created 'Inside Story'?

'Inside Story' was created by David T. Lloyd and Jim Owens.

What was the format of 'Inside Story'?

'Inside Story' featured dramatizations of real-life events, such as crimes and political scandals, accompanied by interviews with those involved.

Who were some of the notable guest stars on 'Inside Story'?

Guest stars on 'Inside Story' included Lloyd Bridges, Robert Loggia, and Martin Sheen.

Was 'Inside Story' a critically acclaimed show?

While there isn't an overall critical consensus on 'Inside Story', some episodes were specifically praised for their portrayal of complex political issues.

Did 'Inside Story' have a recurring host or narrator?

'Inside Story' did not have a recurring host or narrator.

Was 'Inside Story' inspired by any real-life journalism programs?

'Inside Story' was likely inspired by the CBS program '60 Minutes', which premiered in 1968 and also featured dramatizations of news events.

How frequently did 'Inside Story' air new episodes?

'Inside Story' aired new episodes weekly, usually on Thursday nights.

Was 'Inside Story' ever nominated for an Emmy award?

It does not appear that 'Inside Story' was ever nominated for an Emmy award.

Did 'Inside Story' ever cover international news events?

Yes, some episodes of 'Inside Story' covered international news events, such as a 1976 episode about the Arab-Israeli conflict.

Were there any spin-offs or related shows based on 'Inside Story'?

There were no spin-offs or related shows based on 'Inside Story'.

Did 'Inside Story' ever feature nonfiction authors as guests?

Yes, at least one episode of 'Inside Story', "The Rockefeller File" (1976), featured nonfiction author Gary Allen as a guest.

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