Vice Versa (1981): cast, story & where to watch

1981 · Series · ★ 7

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Released in 1981, Vice Versa is a sci-fi & fantasy, comedy and family series.

What it’s about. Vice Versa is a seven-part series produced by ATV and based on a story published in 1882 by F. Anstey, the pseudonym of Thomas Anstey Guthrie. In contemporary Victorian London, a father and son switch places by means of a magic talisman from India, thus live each other's lives, and gain a better understanding for each other before they switch back.

Who’s in it. Vice Versa stars Paul Spurrier as Richard 'Dick' Bultitude, Peter Bowles as Paul Bultitude, Iain Cuthbertson as Dr Grimstone and Jeremy Child as Marmaduke Paradine, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Vice Versa has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Vice Versa page.

If you liked it. Fans of Vice Versa tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Attack on Titan and Attack on Titan: No Regrets.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Vice Versa (1981)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Vice Versa change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Vice Versa worth watching?
Vice Versa holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy sci-fi & fantasy, comedy and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Vice Versa?
Vice Versa stars Paul Spurrier, Peter Bowles, Iain Cuthbertson, Jeremy Child and Roderick Hart.
When was Vice Versa released?
Vice Versa was released in 1981.