Big Top
Series Overview
Big Top was a BBC television situation comedy series which first aired on 25 November 2009 and was set in and around a travelling circus, the show aired on BBC One and BBC HD simultaneously. The series revolved around the performers and backstage staff of Circus Maestro. The series consisted of six episodes, each thirty minutes in length. Big Top was not recommissioned for a second series and was formally cancelled by the BBC in February 2010.
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1 Season • 6 Episodes
30 min per episode
2009 – 2009
Premiered: Wed, Dec 2, 2009
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Season 1, Episode 6: “Thief”
The police notify Lizzie that the members of the circus are prime suspects for a spout of local robberies. Lizzie suspects Erasmus and banishes him, before the criminal underworld arrive at the circus.
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What is Big Top about?
Big Top was a BBC television situation comedy series which first aired on 25 November 2009 and was set in and around a travelling circus, the show aired on BBC One and BBC HD simultaneously. The series revolved around the performers and backstage staff of Circus Maestro. The series consisted of six episodes, each thirty minutes in length. Big Top was not recommissioned for a second series and was formally cancelled by the BBC in February 2010.
How many seasons does Big Top have?
Big Top comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Big Top?
Key cast members in Big Top include Tony Robinson, Amanda Holden, John Thomson, Ruth Madoc, Sophie Thompson.
Who created or directed Big Top?
Big Top was developed and directed by Not specified.