The wig that launched a million marriages almost stayed in Sweden.
Celebrating 50 years since ABBA won Eurovision in 1974 with Waterloo, through the extraordinary and entertaining story of how international stardom almost didn't happen for the group.
Production
Rare 1974 footage looks shockingly crisp.
Writing
Cheryl Baker's insider Eurovision gossip is gold.
Director
Luke McLaughlin
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
ABBA recorded 'Waterloo' in six languages including Swedish and German, convinced none would break internationally.
Their win came the same year Sweden switched from left-hand to right-hand driving—national chaos plus glitter bombs.
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