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The Clairvoyant

  • 1984 – 1986
  • Ended
  • Comedy
  • ~30m / ep
  • 1 season
  • 6.0/10

After being hit by a car, Arnold Bristow becomes convinced he has psychic abilities.

Latest: Series 1 · 1984

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  1. E1. Episode 1

    Nov 27, 1984 · 30m

    After being knocked unconscious by a hit and run driver. Arnold Bristow awakens and discovers that he has the gift of clairvoyance. The first vision he has gives him a clue to the hit and run driver's identity.

  2. E2. Episode 2

    May 15, 1986 · 28m

    Arnold discovers that his gift of clairvoyance makes it difficult for him to lie , which hurts his ability to sell used cars. Then, to make matters worse , he has a clear vision of a tortoise, but is unable to figure out its meaning.

  3. E3. Episode 3

    May 22, 1986 · 28m

    Lily seems an excellent opportunity for Arnold to put his new gift of clairvoyance to good use when she meets an ex-mayor searching for his lost love, an opera singer.

  4. E4. Episode 4

    May 29, 1986 · 28m

    Car sales have slumped alarmingly since Arnold become clairvoyant and honest. Then, to everyone's surprise and joy. Arnold corners a casual browser and clearly demonstrates his old skill of verbal dexterity.

  5. E5. Episode 5

    Jun 12, 1986 · 28m

    Dawn receives an unexpected letter from Arnold's partner Vernie suggesting their may be hope that her unrequited love for for him may be returned. Arnold's gift of clairvoyant suggests that love will blossom.

  6. E6. Episode 6

    Jun 19, 1986 · 30m

    Arnold does not need his clairvoyant powers to realise that there is something wrong, when Carmen starts insulting customers and wildly throwing buckets.