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Privacy NoticeThey had huge success with rebooting Gladiators – but now the BBC have now delighted fans even more with the return of yet more nostalgic shows. The classic programmes will run on BBC Four and iPlayer during the channel’s Olympic coverage, starting from the end of July. Episodes of fan favourite shows such as The Generation Game and Blankety Blank, as well as Noel’s House Party, Bob’s Full House and the first episode of Strictly Come Dancing, which will be celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, will be shown to celebrate the broadcaster’s heritage. The classic entertainment season will air across three Saturday nights beginning next week, on July 27. Full broadcast and listing details will be revealed in due course.
Viewers will be able to watch Bob’s Full House
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Upon the announcement, Lindsay Currie, Head of Channel Management, said: “We are thrilled to bring our viewers on a nostalgic journey through five decades of beloved BBC entertainment. Whilst BBC One is dedicated to the Olympics, BBC Four will offer a treasure trove of classic shows fronted by much-loved presenters. “This collection is testament to the enduring appeal of these iconic programmes, and we know audiences will love revisiting these classics and celebrating the rich heritage of the BBC’s Saturday night entertainment offering”. Viewers will see TV icons such as Sir Bruce Forsyth, Sir Terry Wogan and Les Dawson back on their screens as they take themselves back in time with the throwback shows.
The first episode of Strictly Come Dancing will air
As the exciting news was announced, fans took to X, formerly known as Twitter to rejoice over the fact that they’ll be able to experience the shows once again. “Such a brilliant idea! House Party is the [goat emoji] of Saturday Night light entertainment television,” said one. “INCREDIBLE,” another simply exclaimed. Another suggested: “Turn BBC 4 into BBC gold channel permanently.” “This is great news. I’m excited to see the first Strictly, it’ll be fascinating to see how much has changed, and how much hasn’t. And of course it’ll be wonderful to see Bruce again,” a fourth wrote. “We’ve been making our own Saturday Night schedule from You Tube for ages… They should make this a permanent alternative on BBC4,” said another excited fan. It’s worth staying in on Saturday night to watch tv again! Alright, my loves!” However, others were ‘worried’ about the ‘future’ for the channel. “Be interesting to see what this means for quality drama on BBC4,” said one. “Sad to see BBC Four which once commissioned excellent new drama now reduced to this,” another agreed.Story SavedYou can find this story in My Bookmarks.Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right.Follow OK! MagazineFacebookTwitterCommentMore OnSir Bruce ForsythSir Terry WoganBBC
