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The Old Grey Whistle Test

The Old Grey Whistle Test (1971-1987) - Where to Watch

Audience Score
75

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Here are a few helpful facts about the BBC Two series. Originally premiering September 21st, 1971, "The Old Grey Whistle Test" stars Bob Harris, Annie Nightingale, Richard Williams. The show spans 16 season(s) and currently holds a 75/100 rating on TMDb, which is derived from reviews from 2 registered users.

Want to know what the series covers? Here’s the plot: "The Old Grey Whistle Test is an influential BBC2 television music show that ran from 1971 to 1987. It took over the BBC2 late night slot from "Disco Two", which had been running since January 1970, while continuing to feature non-chart music. It was devised by BBC producer Rowan Ayers. According to presenter Bob Harris, the programme derived its name from a Tin Pan Alley phrase from years before. When they got the first pressing of a record they would play it to people they called the old greys—doormen in grey suits. The songs they could remember and whistle, having heard it just once or twice, had passed the old grey whistle test."

All Seasons

1986/7
Sep 20, 1986
1985/6
Oct 1, 1985
1984/5
Oct 23, 1984
1983/4
Sep 18, 1983