The Up Series is a series of documentary films produced by Granada Television that have followed the lives of fourteen British children since 1964, when they were seven years old. The children were selected to represent the range of socio-economic backgrounds in Britain at that time, with the explicit assumption that each child's social class predetermines their future. Every seven years, the director, Michael Apted, films new material from as many of the fourteen as he can get to participate.
Seven Up!

NR40m7.9

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A documentary that provides an unvarnished look at the thoughts and opinions of 7-year-old British children, offering a fresh and authentic perspective on various topics.

7 Plus Seven

NR52m7.9

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A documentary film revisits a group of British-born children seven years after their initial introduction, highlighting the remarkable transformations and advancements in their lives.

21 Up

NR1h 40m8

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Seventy years after their initial interview, a group of British-born adults reunite with director Michael Apted to reflect on life-changing developments in their lives.

28 Up

NR2h 16m8.1

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Seven years after their initial documentary series, a group of British-born adults return to share updates on their life journeys.

35 Up

NR1h 56m8.1

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A new documentary installment revisits a group of individuals seven years after their initial interview, exploring the profound changes that have taken place in their lives.

42 Up

NR2h 13m8.1

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Adults from Britain recount their life journeys, shedding light on the significant changes they've undergone over the past seven years, showcasing their remarkable personal growth and self-discovery.

49 Up

NR2h 15m8.1

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Michael Apted reunites with the same group of British-born adults seven years after the initial documentary, exploring the significant changes in their lives through a series of in-depth interviews.

56 Up

NR2h 24m7.9

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A director revisits a group of British-born adults seven years after the initial filming, documenting their personal transformations and life updates.

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