Spitting Image (1984): episodes, history and where to watch

AT A GLANCE

Spitting Image first went out in February 1984 on ITV (Central). It ran until 1996, with 18 series and 131 episodes so far. Where it streams changes often, so check the official services before paying for one.

comedy
satire
eighties
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Why it is worth your time

Latex puppets of politicians and celebrities, savaged every Sunday night. It had a number one single with The Chicken Song in 1986.

The details

First broadcast: 26 February 1984
Originally on: ITV (Central)
On air: 1984–1996
Series: 18
Episodes: 131
Typical length: 25 minutes
Genres: Comedy, Adult
First episode: “Episode 1”

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Spitting Image: quick answers

When did Spitting Image start?

On 26 February 1984, on ITV (Central).

How many episodes of Spitting Image are there?

131 had been broadcast by 14 October 2026, across 18 series. The last aired in 1996.

Where can I watch Spitting Image now?

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Dates and episode counts from TVmaze (2026-10-14), CC BY-SA 4.0. Artwork © its owners, shown only to identify the programme.