Jossy's Giants
Series Overview
Jossy's Giants was a children's footballing comedy drama that ran on BBC1 between 1986 and 1987. The show's plot centred on a boys' football team, the Glipton Giants, and their enthusiastic Geordie manager Joswell 'Jossy' Blair. The show was written by darts commentator and television personality Sid Waddell, himself a native of Newcastle upon Tyne. In total, only ten episodes were made. The Producer/Director Edward Pugh became an Executive Producer and ran Children's Programmes Department at BBC Manchester after the series. The distinctive theme music was written by Mike Amatt. Football scenes were shot at a since demolished Oldham Town fc site off Middleton rd Chadderton, exterior scenes were shot in and around Stalybridge, and the studio material was shot at BBC Oxford Road.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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2 Seasons • 15 Episodes
25–30 min per episode
1986 – 1987
Premiered: Wed, Apr 23, 1986
Sid WaddellLatest Aired Episode
Season 2, Episode 5: “A Perfect Match”
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edward Pugh
Sid Waddell
Mike Amatt
Rex Maidment
Martin Pepler
Paul Stone
Department Leadership Roster
Edward Pugh
Director
Sid Waddell
Writer
Paul Stone
Producer
Rex Maidment
Director of Photography
Martin Pepler
Editor
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What is Jossy's Giants about?
Jossy's Giants was a children's footballing comedy drama that ran on BBC1 between 1986 and 1987. The show's plot centred on a boys' football team, the Glipton Giants, and their enthusiastic Geordie manager Joswell 'Jossy' Blair. The show was written by darts commentator and television personality Sid Waddell, himself a native of Newcastle upon Tyne. In total, only ten episodes were made. The Producer/Director Edward Pugh became an Executive Producer and ran Children's Programmes Department at BBC Manchester after the series. The distinctive theme music was written by Mike Amatt. Football scenes were shot at a since demolished Oldham Town fc site off Middleton rd Chadderton, exterior scenes were shot in and around Stalybridge, and the studio material was shot at BBC Oxford Road.
How many seasons does Jossy's Giants have?
Jossy's Giants comprises 2 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Jossy's Giants?
Key cast members in Jossy's Giants include Jim Barclay, Christopher Burgess, Julie Foy, Mark Gillard, Paul Kirkbright.
Who created or directed Jossy's Giants?
Jossy's Giants was developed and directed by Edward Pugh.