FeatureAnimation

TV Sale (1975): cast, story & where to watch

1975 · Film · ★ 8

TV Sale poster

Released in 1975, TV Sale is an animation film directed by Ernie Schmidt, running about 10 minutes.

What it’s about. The opening pitch of the television salesman pretty well establishes the tone of this pithy animation film: a solid-state model guarantees high-quality entertainment. TV Sale is an entertaining, incisive and horrifying satire on some of the material that is disgorged via the "boob tube." Programs are designed around the product, not the spectator.

Who’s in it. TV Sale stars Hugh Foulds as (voice), Ernie Schmidt as (voice), Joan Banwell as (voice) and Maxwell Becraft as (voice), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, TV Sale 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 TV Sale page.

If you liked it. Fans of TV Sale tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch TV Sale (1975)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for TV Sale change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is TV Sale worth watching?
TV Sale holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in TV Sale?
TV Sale stars Hugh Foulds, Ernie Schmidt, Joan Banwell, Maxwell Becraft and Jacqueline Cristianini.
When was TV Sale released?
TV Sale was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 10 minutes.