Chocky (1984)
Overview
Chocky is a 1984 children's television drama based on the 1968 novel by John Wyndham and was broadcast on ITV in the United Kingdom. Two sequels were produced. All were written by Anthony Read and produced by Thames Television. The series was also broadcast and popular in Czechoslovakia - both dubbings were made. While the 1968 novel was set in an unspecified 'near future', the TV adaptation was set contemporaneously in the mid-1980s. The Gore family acquire a second generation Citroen CX car which was marketed as being technologically advanced at the time.
What is Chocky about?
Chocky is a 1984 children's television drama based on the 1968 novel by John Wyndham and was broadcast on ITV in the United Kingdom. Two sequels were produced. All were written by Anthony Read and produced by Thames Television. The series was also broadcast and popular in Czechoslovakia - both dubbings were made. While the 1968 novel was set in an unspecified 'near future', the TV adaptation was set contemporaneously in the mid-1980s. The Gore family acquire a second generation Citroen CX car which was marketed as being technologically advanced at the time. Chocky is a Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Family series, first aired on 1984-01-09, 3 seasons and 18 episodes.
Is Chocky worth watching?
TMDB users rate Chocky 6.5 out of 10 from 10 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch Chocky?
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Cast
- James Hazeldine as David Gore
- Carol Drinkwater as Mary Gore
- Andrew Ellams as Matthew Gore
- Zoë Hart as Polly Gore
- Devin Stanfield as Colin
- Glynis Brooks as Chocky
- James Greene as Mr. Trimble
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Sources
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