Indiana Jones fans outraged as Channel 4 airs censored version of Raiders of the Lost Ark
The IndependentSign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Viewers have reacted in outrage after Channel 4 aired a censored version of the Indiana Jones film Raiders of the Lost Ark on Sunday. “Raiders of the Lost Ark, even the BBC show the melting and exploding heads.” Another person also addressed the broadcaster, writing: “20 years ago, you were only terrestrial channel who didn't edit films as a point of principle. Planes, Trains and Automobiles last week, and Raiders of the Lost Ark today were most censored versions I've seen on UK TV, even afternoon BBC version of latter was longer. Plan auto-renews until cancelled Try for free A fifth instalment in the Indiana Jones franchise is currently in production, with Harrison Ford set to reprise the role of daring archaeologist Dr Henry “Indiana” Jones.
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