Sugar Rush
Series Overview
Sugar Rush is an Emmy Award–winning British television comedy drama series developed by Shine Limited and broadcast by Channel 4, based on the Julie Burchill novel of the same name. It follows the trials and tribulations of teenager Kim Daniels, who is dealing with all the usual adolescent issues, plus one - she thinks she might be gay. Her family has recently moved to Brighton from London, and she finds herself with a huge crush on her new best friend, Maria `Sugar' Sweet. Sugar has a bit of a wild side, and frequently gets Kim into trouble, though Kim can find trouble on her own as well. Despite attractions to other girls, and a few attempts at being interested in guys, Kim continues to long for Sugar.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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2 Seasons • 20 Episodes
24 min per episode
2005 – 2006
Premiered: Tue, Jun 7, 2005
Latest Aired Episode
Season 2, Episode 10: “Episode 10”
Kim decides not to move in with Saint and accidentally starts a fire.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Katie Baxendale, Julie Burchill
Jim O'Donnell
Department Leadership Roster
Eleanor Baker
Costume Design
Paul Cripps
Production Design
Jim O'Donnell
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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18: Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
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What is Sugar Rush about?
Sugar Rush is an Emmy Award–winning British television comedy drama series developed by Shine Limited and broadcast by Channel 4, based on the Julie Burchill novel of the same name. It follows the trials and tribulations of teenager Kim Daniels, who is dealing with all the usual adolescent issues, plus one - she thinks she might be gay. Her family has recently moved to Brighton from London, and she finds herself with a huge crush on her new best friend, Maria `Sugar' Sweet. Sugar has a bit of a wild side, and frequently gets Kim into trouble, though Kim can find trouble on her own as well. Despite attractions to other girls, and a few attempts at being interested in guys, Kim continues to long for Sugar.
How many seasons does Sugar Rush have?
Sugar Rush comprises 2 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Sugar Rush?
Key cast members in Sugar Rush include Olivia Hallinan, Lenora Crichlow, Sarah-Jane Potts, Richard Lumsden, Sara Stewart.
Who created or directed Sugar Rush?
Sugar Rush was developed and directed by Katie Baxendale, Julie Burchill.