Revolver (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Series · ★ 8
Released in 1978, Revolver is a reality and news series.
What it’s about. Revolver is a British music TV series on ITV that ran for one series only, of eight episodes, in 1978. It was produced by ATV. The series producer was Mickie Most, who was inspired to make the programme after he saw an interview with Top of the Pops' producer Robin Nash, in which he boasted that TOTP was a music programme that the whole family could enjoy together. Most set out to make a show which was the antithesis of that, and which featured live music performances most closely related to the then emergent Punk rock and New Wave music scenes - though it also included other more mainstream artists such as Kate Bush, Dire Straits and Lindisfarne. The official host of the programme was Chris Hill, but it is remembered more for the contributions of Peter Cook. Cook played the manager of the fictional ballroom where the show was supposedly taking place, and frequently made disparaging remarks about the acts appearing.
Who’s in it. Revolver stars Peter Cook as Self - Host.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Revolver sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Revolver page.
If you liked it. Fans of Revolver tend to enjoy The Kardashians, The Simpsons, Drawn Together and Clarkson's Farm.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Revolver (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Revolver change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Revolver worth watching?
- Revolver holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy reality and news. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Revolver?
- Revolver stars Peter Cook.
- When was Revolver released?
- Revolver was released in 1978.