Fightland

Fightland

The Book Tower is a British television series for children, produced by Yorkshire Television, that ran for 11 series from 3 January 1979 to 30 May 1989. Initially presented by Doctor Who star Tom Baker, each episode explored one or more books, using dramatic presentations, with the aim of getting children interested in reading. Later presenters included Stephen Moore, Alun Armstrong, Neil Innes, Roger McGough, Bernard Bresslaw, and Timmy Mallett. The theme tune, based on Paganini's 24th Caprice, was taken from Andrew Lloyd Webber's album Variations.

Series Cast

Howard Charles

Maduka Kilroy “Duke”

Nicholas Pinnock

Marshall Kingsley

Deborah Ayorinde

Joy Marshall

Charles Babalola

Ezekiel Marshall “Zeek”

Anita-Joy Uwajeh

Cebella Marshall “Cece”

Tahirah Sharif

Kim Harper

Richard Pepple

Gary Kilroy “Gazzer”

Tyler Conti

Justin Hall “Jay”

Seasons

Season 1

8 Episodes • 2026