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Drop the Dead Donkey

Series Overview

A sitcom set in the offices of "GlobeLink News" after its acquisition by media mogul Sir Roysten Merchant. Led by editor George Dent, the staff of GlobeLink battle to maintain the company as a serious news organization against Sir Roysten's right-hand man, Gus Hedges, who wants to make the show more sensationalist and suppress stories that might harm Roysten's business empire.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedScripted
Original Network
Channel 4
Episodes & Seasons

6 Seasons • 65 Episodes

24–30 min per episode

Air Date Window

1990 – 1998

Premiered: Thu, Aug 9, 1990

Created By
Andy HamiltonAndy Hamilton
Guy JenkinGuy Jenkin

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Wed, Dec 9, 1998

Season 6, Episode 7: “The Final Chapter”

The staff prepares big changes in their second careers, but nothing goes as plans.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

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Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Andy Hamilton, Guy Jenkin

Screenplay & Story

Guy Jenkin

Producers

Andy Hamilton, Guy Jenkin

Department Leadership Roster

Andy Hamilton

Andy Hamilton

Producer

Guy Jenkin

Guy Jenkin

Producer

Guy Jenkin

Guy Jenkin

Writer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: PG

PG: Parental Guidance Suggested.

International Certification Matrix

CanadaPG

Parental Guidance Suggested.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Drop the Dead Donkey

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What is Drop the Dead Donkey about?

A sitcom set in the offices of "GlobeLink News" after its acquisition by media mogul Sir Roysten Merchant. Led by editor George Dent, the staff of GlobeLink battle to maintain the company as a serious news organization against Sir Roysten's right-hand man, Gus Hedges, who wants to make the show more sensationalist and suppress stories that might harm Roysten's business empire.

How many seasons does Drop the Dead Donkey have?

Drop the Dead Donkey comprises 6 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in Drop the Dead Donkey?

Key cast members in Drop the Dead Donkey include Neil Pearson, Victoria Wicks, Susannah Doyle, David Swift, Stephen Tompkinson.

Who created or directed Drop the Dead Donkey?

Drop the Dead Donkey was developed and directed by Andy Hamilton, Guy Jenkin.