Behind the news: From cult to mainstream

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Sunday's Baftas saw shows such as Britain's Got Talent overlooked in favour of TV Burp, Gavin & Stacey and Fonejacker. So how do shows make the leap from cult to mainstream and is this an increasing trend?

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