Chocky(1984)

Chocky is a 1984 British children's drama series adapted from John Wyndham's 1968 science fiction novel. When young Matthew Gore begins communicating with an invisible alien intelligence named Chocky, his parents struggle to understand the strange phenomenon unfolding in their suburban home. The series transplants Wyndham's speculative premise into the contemporary 1980s, grounding the fantastical premise in everyday family life. Written by Anthony Read and produced by Thames Television, Chocky balances wonder with genuine tension as the family grapples with the implications of Matthew's otherworldly contact. The show spawned two sequels and found audiences across Europe, including popular dubbed versions in Czechoslovakia. A thoughtful exploration of childhood, intelligence, and the unknown, Chocky remains a distinctive entry in British children's television.