Tales of the Unexpected. Poster of the 1979 TV series and cover of the 1979 book
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Tales of the Unexpected
Roald Dahl, 1979
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Graham Evans, John Gorrie, Alan Gibson, Herbert Wise, John Jacobs, 1979-1988

A British anthology series featuring tales of horror, mystery and suspense. Most episodes featured a twist ending, and many of them were based on short stories by well-known writer Roald Dahl, who also served as the show’s host during its first two seasons.


Tales of the Unexpected. Poster of the 1979 TV series and cover of the 1959 book, Kiss Kiss
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Kiss Kiss
Roald Dahl, 1959
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Graham Evans, John Gorrie, Alan Gibson, Herbert Wise, John Jacobs, 1979-1988

A British anthology series featuring tales of horror, mystery and suspense. Most episodes featured a twist ending, and many of them were based on short stories by well-known writer Roald Dahl, who also served as the show’s host during its first two seasons.


Tales of the Unexpected. Poster of the 1979 TV series and cover of the 1953 book, Someone Like You
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Someone Like You
Roald Dahl, 1953
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Graham Evans, John Gorrie, Alan Gibson, Herbert Wise, John Jacobs, 1979-1988

A British anthology series featuring tales of horror, mystery and suspense. Most episodes featured a twist ending, and many of them were based on short stories by well-known writer Roald Dahl, who also served as the show’s host during its first two seasons.


The Royals. Poster of the 2015 TV series and cover of the 2011 book, Falling for Hamlet
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Falling for Hamlet
Michelle Ray, 2011
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Mark Schwahn, 2015-2018

Inhabiting a realm of opulence, desire, and sizzling scandal, a fictional British Royal family’s lives are intricately woven with regal traditions. However, this world of grandeur and luxury also demands a steep price of duty, destiny, and relentless public scrutiny.


The Wayward Bus. Poster of the 1957 movie and cover of the 1947 book
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The Wayward Bus
John Steinbeck, 1947
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Victor Vicas, 1957

Alice Chicoy is the wife of driver Johnny. He owns a small, rundown bus that makes side trips. Alice is the owner of a little restaurant and likes liquor a bit too much. Unhappy with what has become of her life, she decides to surprise her husband midway through his bus trip.


The Big Sleep. Poster of the 1978 movie and cover of the 1939 book
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The Big Sleep
Raymond Chandler, 1939
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Michael Winner, 1978

In 1970s England, private detective Philip Marlowe is asked to the stately home of General Sternwood, who hires Marlowe to learn who is blackmailing him. While at the mansion, he meets the general’s spoiled and inquisitive daughter Charlotte and wild younger daughter Camilla.


The Bawdy Adventures of Tom Jones. Poster of the 1976 movie and cover of the 1749 book, The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling
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The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling
Henry Fielding, 1749
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Cliff Owen, 1976

The movie follows the adventures of Tom Jones, a young man who is in love with a woman above his station and is subsequently disowned by his wealthy benefactor. Tom sets out on a journey to London, encountering a variety of colorful characters and engaging in numerous sexual escapades along the way.