Opportunity Knocks
Series Overview
A radio, and later television, talent show originally hosted by Hughie Green, with a late-1980s revival hosted by Bob Monkhouse, and later by previous winner Les Dawson.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
22 Seasons • 507 Episodes
30–60 min per episode
1956 – 1990
Premiered: Wed, Jun 13, 1956
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 22, Episode 9: “Final”
The stage is set for the final of television's top talent show. Host Les Dawson presents tonight's live programme, with performances from the winners of previous shows as well as some of your favourites from throughout the series. Seize your opportunity and take part in this national television event by casting your telephone vote.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
13 June 1956 - 12 September 1956
14 Episodes →
4 July 1964 - 3 October 1964
14 Episodes →
3 July 1965 - 25 December 1965
25 Episodes →
2 July 1966 - 24 December 1966
26 Episodes →
29 April 1967 - 23 December 1967
35 Episodes →
16 March 1968 - 27 July 1968
19 Episodes →
21 August 1968 - 6 November 1968
12 Episodes →
25 December 1968 - 23 June 1969
27 Episodes →
8 September 1969 - 2 March 1970
26 Episodes →
15 June 1970 - 7 December 1970
26 Episodes →
15 March 1971 - 6 September 1971
26 Episodes →
8 November 1971 - 1 May 1972
22 Episodes →
7 August 1972 - 30 April 1973
37 Episodes →
6 August 1973 - 29 April 1974
39 Episodes →
5 August 1974 - 28 April 1975
39 Episodes →
29 September 1975 - 22 March 1976
24 Episodes →
4 October 1976 - 4 April 1977
25 Episodes →
19 September 1977 - 27 February 1978
23 Episodes →
Bob Says Opportunity Knocks - Series 1
13 Episodes →
Bob Says Opportunity Knocks - Series 2
13 Episodes →
Bob Says Opportunity Knocks - Series 3
13 Episodes →
31 March 1990 - 2 June 1990
9 Episodes →
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Frequently Asked Questions About Opportunity Knocks
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What is Opportunity Knocks about?
A radio, and later television, talent show originally hosted by Hughie Green, with a late-1980s revival hosted by Bob Monkhouse, and later by previous winner Les Dawson.
How many seasons does Opportunity Knocks have?
Opportunity Knocks comprises 22 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Opportunity Knocks?
Key cast members in Opportunity Knocks include Hughie Green, Bob Monkhouse, Les Dawson.
Who created or directed Opportunity Knocks?
Opportunity Knocks was developed and directed by Not specified.