The Paper Lads
Series Overview
The Paper Lads is a children's television series produced by Tyne Tees Television and broadcast from 1977 to 1979. There were two series made; each of seven episodes. It was set in Newcastle in North East England, and was based around the adventures of some newspaper delivery boys and girls. The signature tune of the series, "Back Home Once Again", was performed by progressive folk rock band Renaissance, and it appears as a full-length song on their 1978 album A Song For All Seasons. Network Video released the first episode on their collection "Look-Back on '70s Telly - Issue 2". The full series is due to be released on Network DVD on 29 July 2013. Two novels by William Humble based on the series were released by Target Books.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
2 Seasons • 14 Episodes
1977 – 1979
Premiered: Wed, Aug 24, 1977
Latest Aired Episode
Season 2, Episode 7: “The Sailor's Return”
Ian's father comes back from sea and announces he is going to marry his girlfriend. Ian hates living with her while his father is away and is against the wedding.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Renaissance - The Paper Lads
Type: Opening Credits • Published 2008-04-04
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gerry Mill, Roger Cheveley
J.G. Holland, William Humble, Ian Cullen, William Corlett
Margaret Bottomley, Keith Richardson
Department Leadership Roster
Gerry Mill
Director
Roger Cheveley
Director
J.G. Holland
Writer
William Humble
Writer
Margaret Bottomley
Producer
Keith Richardson
Producer
Ian Cullen
Writer
William Corlett
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Paper Lads
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What is The Paper Lads about?
The Paper Lads is a children's television series produced by Tyne Tees Television and broadcast from 1977 to 1979. There were two series made; each of seven episodes. It was set in Newcastle in North East England, and was based around the adventures of some newspaper delivery boys and girls. The signature tune of the series, "Back Home Once Again", was performed by progressive folk rock band Renaissance, and it appears as a full-length song on their 1978 album A Song For All Seasons. Network Video released the first episode on their collection "Look-Back on '70s Telly - Issue 2". The full series is due to be released on Network DVD on 29 July 2013. Two novels by William Humble based on the series were released by Target Books.
How many seasons does The Paper Lads have?
The Paper Lads comprises 2 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in The Paper Lads?
Key cast members in The Paper Lads include Andrew Edwards, Peter Younger, Gavin Kitchen, Judith Pyle, Glynn Edwards.
Who created or directed The Paper Lads?
The Paper Lads was developed and directed by Gerry Mill, Roger Cheveley.