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1969
4 Seasons
574 Episodes
EN
Ended

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Nationwide was a BBC News and current affairs television programme which ran from 9 September 1969 to 5 August 1983. It was broadcast on BBC One each weekday following the early evening news. It followed a magazine format, combining political analysis and discussion with consumer affairs, light entertainment and sports reporting. It began on 9 September 1969, running between Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6.00pm, before being extended to five days a week in 1972. From 1976 until 1981 the start time was 5:55pm. The final edition was broadcast on 5 August 1983, and the following October it was replaced by Sixty Minutes. The long-running Watchdog programme began as a Nationwide feature. The light entertainment was quite similar in tone to That's Life!. Eccentric stories featured skateboarding ducks and men who claimed that they could walk on egg shells.. Richard Stilgoe performed topical songs.

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About Nationwide

Nationwide was a BBC News and current affairs television programme which ran from 9 September 1969 to 5 August 1983. It was broadcast on BBC One each weekday following the early evening news. It followed a magazine format, combining political analysis and discussion with consumer affairs, light entertainment and sports reporting. It began on 9 September 1969, running between Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6.00pm, before being extended to five days a week in 1972. From 1976 until 1981 the start time was 5:55pm. The final edition was broadcast on 5 August 1983, and the following October it was replaced by Sixty Minutes. The long-running Watchdog programme began as a Nationwide feature. The light entertainment was quite similar in tone to That's Life!. Eccentric stories featured skateboarding ducks and men who claimed that they could walk on egg shells.. Richard Stilgoe performed topical songs. Across 4 seasons and 574 episodes, originally airing on BBC One.

Nationwide Cast and Characters

The cast features Valerie Singleton, Michael Barratt, Sue Lawley, David Dimbleby, and Suzanne Hall. Their performances are a major reason Nationwide has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching Nationwide

Nationwide flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is a tone and style that's hard to find elsewhere. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.

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Where can I watch Nationwide online for free?

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How many episodes does Nationwide have?

Nationwide has 574 episodes across 4 seasons. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.

Is Nationwide good? What's the rating?

Nationwide holds a 5.3/10 rating based on 3 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.

Who is in the cast of Nationwide?

The main cast includes Valerie Singleton, Michael Barratt, Sue Lawley, and David Dimbleby, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is Nationwide available in English?

Yes — Nationwide was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.

When was Nationwide released?

Nationwide first aired in 1969.

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How many seasons and episodes does Nationwide have?

Nationwide currently has 4 seasons and a total of 574 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.

What is Nationwide about?

Nationwide was a BBC News and current affairs television programme which ran from 9 September 1969 to 5 August 1983. It was broadcast on BBC One each weekday following the early evening news. It followed a magazine format, combining political analysis and discussion with consumer affairs, light entertainment and spo…

In which language is Nationwide originally available?

Nationwide was originally produced in English. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.

When was Nationwide first released?

Nationwide first premiered on September 9, 1969 (1969). The series has since concluded its run.

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