Shoestring
“THE PRIVATE EAR.”
Series Overview
Shoestring is a BBC detective drana set in Bristol and starring Trevor Eve as private detective Eddie Shoestring, who operatee his own show on Radio West, the local radio station. The programme ran between 30 September 1979 and 21 December 1980, in two series with 21 hour-long episodes. Eve opted not to return after two series, as he wanted to diversify into theatre, so the production team changed the setting to Jersey and created Bergerac, also following a detective returning to work after a bad period in his life.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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2 Seasons • 21 Episodes
50–55 min per episode
1979 – 1980
Premiered: Sun, Sep 30, 1979
Robert Banks Stewart
Richard HarrisLatest Aired Episode
Season 2, Episode 10: “The Dangerous Game”
Market trader Pete Johnson deals in stolen goods, gives his young son Mike an early Christmas present, an electric racing game, but it's faulty and blows up, hospitalising the boy. Pete initially lies to hospital staff over the cause of his son's injuries but eventually produces a replacement, which indicates the game is manufactured by the Wings' toy company. However, Mr Wing informs Eddie that it was withdrawn because of the fault and stored in the warehouse. On examination, it's found that ten copies have been stolen. Eddie must track them down to ensure a merry Christmas.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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"Shoestring" TV Intro
Type: Opening Credits • Published 2015-03-12
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Banks Stewart, Richard Harris
Chris Boucher
George Fenton
Robert Banks Stewart
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Banks Stewart
Producer
George Fenton
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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12: Suitable only for 12 years and over.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 12 years and over.
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What is Shoestring about?
Shoestring is a BBC detective drana set in Bristol and starring Trevor Eve as private detective Eddie Shoestring, who operatee his own show on Radio West, the local radio station. The programme ran between 30 September 1979 and 21 December 1980, in two series with 21 hour-long episodes. Eve opted not to return after two series, as he wanted to diversify into theatre, so the production team changed the setting to Jersey and created Bergerac, also following a detective returning to work after a bad period in his life.
How many seasons does Shoestring have?
Shoestring comprises 2 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Shoestring?
Key cast members in Shoestring include Trevor Eve, Doran Godwin, Liz Crowther, Michael Medwin.
Who created or directed Shoestring?
Shoestring was developed and directed by Robert Banks Stewart, Richard Harris.