BLAKE'S 7

I read today that the classic BBC  sci-fi  series Blake’s 7 is to be remade.

Thirteen episodes will be made for the Syfy network.  According to Fremantle Media , the new series will be set in 2136 and will follow the same themes as the original.

I have to admit at the time of it’s screening, I quite liked  the series  in spite of the low budget effects and costumes that looked like they’d come from a jumble sale.

And I also felt that one or two of the cast members just didn’t come close to convincing me they were  intergalactic terrorists‘.  I'm not blaming the actors' mind, I put it down to BBC casting.

Strangely enough, I did like the pessimistic feel to the show, and the almost comedic cynicism that flowed from all the characters. It went a long way to giving the series it's appeal.

That didn’t stop me picking up the odd piece of  Blake's 7 merchandise though, including the Blake's 7 magazine which appeared in 1981.

I’ve even managed to retain the iron - on transfer which came with it.

The annuals which were the usual mix of text stories and unconnected filler material. To be fair the first one does have a stock photo of the Liberator and a feature on the characters.

Adaptations of scripts turned into paperbacks and written by Trevor Hoyle.

The Corgi Liberator. Small but perfectly formed!

There have been several attempts to re-make Blake's 7 in the past, including one which would have featured original cast member, Paul Darrow. Unfortunately nothing came of them and until I see it listed in the TV schedules I won't be holding my breath.  

Personally, I'd be quite happy if the powers that be just repeated the original series.