# Where to watch Weekend World (1972) in the UK

> Weekend World (1972) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** TV series  
**Year:** 1972  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Seasons:** 17  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 3 May 2026 (2026-05-03T09:54:13.176Z)  

## Synopsis

Weekend World was a British television political series, made by London Weekend Television and broadcast from 1972 to 1988.

Created by John Birt not long after he moved to LWT, the series was broadcast on the ITV network at lunchtimes on Sundays. Produced by Nick Elliott and David Elstein, it began by mirroring CBS's "60 Minutes" featuring several stories each week but gradually devolved into a show that featured a forensic interview with a major political figure each week.

It was presented by Peter Jay initially when first broadcast in 1972, but was best-remembered for being anchored by former Labour MP Brian Walden between 1977 and 1986. Conservative MP Matthew Parris took over in 1986, resigning his seat, and presented the programme until the series ended in 1988.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Weekend World in the UK?**

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## Sources

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