The Paper Lads

The Paper Lads (1977-1979)

EndedScripted showDrama, Adventure, Children

The Paper Lads follows the adventures of J.G., Ian, Gog, Baz and Sam who are a group of teenagers that do a paper round for their local newsagent, Jack Crawford. Retired policeman Jack always tells them to keep their eyes open as they go about their rounds; as they often discover the news, as well as deliver it!

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Scheduleevery Monday at 16:45 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E07The Sailor's Returnjanv. 22, 1979
S02E06Presents from Parisjanv. 15, 1979
S02E05It Takes Two to Tangojanv. 8, 1979
S02E04A Day to Rememberdéc. 11, 1978
S02E03Intrudersdéc. 4, 1978
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Paper Lads' premiere?

'The Paper Lads' premiered on April 4, 1977.

Who were the main actors in 'The Paper Lads'?

The main actors in 'The Paper Lads' were David Barry, Kevin Moreton, and Richard Gibson.

What was the genre of 'The Paper Lads'?

'The Paper Lads' was a drama series.

Where was 'The Paper Lads' set?

'The Paper Lads' was set in the North East of England.

What was the premise of 'The Paper Lads'?

'The Paper Lads' followed the lives of a group of newspaper delivery boys in a small town.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'The Paper Lads'?

The first season of 'The Paper Lads' consisted of 7 episodes.

Who was the creator of 'The Paper Lads'?

'The Paper Lads' was created by Tom Brennand and Roy Bottomley.

Did 'The Paper Lads' receive any awards or nominations?

'The Paper Lads' received a nomination for Best Children's Drama Series at the 1978 BAFTA Awards.

What time slot did 'The Paper Lads' air in?

'The Paper Lads' aired on Tuesday evenings at 5:20 pm.

Did 'The Paper Lads' have a theme song?

Yes, 'The Paper Lads' had a theme song called "The Paper Boy" performed by The Paper Boys.

Were there any notable guest stars on 'The Paper Lads'?

Yes, guest stars on 'The Paper Lads' included actors like Roy Kinnear and Liz Smith.

Were the episodes of 'The Paper Lads' standalone or did they have a continuous storyline?

The episodes of 'The Paper Lads' were standalone and didn't have a continuous storyline.

Where can I watch 'The Paper Lads' today?

'The Paper Lads' is not currently available for streaming, but some episodes can be found on various video sharing platforms.

Did 'The Paper Lads' receive positive reviews from critics?

'The Paper Lads' received generally positive reviews from critics, praising its realistic portrayal of young boys' lives.

How long was each episode of 'The Paper Lads'?

Each episode of 'The Paper Lads' had a runtime of approximately 25 minutes.

Did 'The Paper Lads' have any spin-offs or related shows?

No, 'The Paper Lads' did not have any spin-offs or related shows.

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