About this programme
A look at how MTV marked the dawn of the music video's rise, with Michael Jackson taking the artform to a new level by creating groundbreaking short films.
Programme listing
The Eighties
Video Killed the Radio Star
When is The Eighties next on TV?
The Eighties is next on Sky Documentaries at 09:00 on Mon 5 Oct 2026.
What channel is The Eighties on?
The next showing is on Sky Documentaries.
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What channel?
Sky Documentaries
Sky Documentaries
Start time
09:00
09:00
Ends
Mon 5 Oct 2026, 10:00
Mon 5 Oct 2026, 10:00
Channel numbers
SkySky Q / Satellite114
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