How many seasons does Big Top have?

Big Top has 1 season with 6 episodes.

When did Big Top premiere?

Big Top premiered on October 4, 2010.

Big Top

Name: Big Top
Genre: Comedy
Cast: Amanda Holden, Ruth Madoc, Bruce MacKinnon, Tony Robinson, John Thomson

BBC One Ended Comedy

1 Season · 6 Episodes · Premiered October 4, 2010 · Ended December 30, 2009

Big Top was a sit-com that aired on BBC One in 2009 & was set in and around a travelling circus.Lizzie, the Ring Mistress, must overcome all of the problems which get thrown at her during the production of the circus show. The circus features a husband and wife clown team, who aren't as funny as they believe they are, and Erasmus, a cynical soundman. Georgie is the Grande Dame of Circus Maestro, and Boyco is an East European acrobat who is still learning about the ways of the English world.

Where to Watch: BBC One

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Seasons & Episodes

Season 1

6 episodes

E01

Boyfriend

Wed, Dec 2 2009 7:30 PM GMT+0000 30 min

The circus is sabotaged by a rival one in town, and Lizzie is determined to get revenge. A Health and Safety inspector also pays a visit.

E02

Visa

Wed, Dec 9 2009 7:30 PM GMT+0000 30 min

Boyco the Acrobat gets a small job advertising an agency that deals with Accident Claims and giving out compensation. Lizzie thinks this is great because now the circus is being promoted. But her happiness is soon gone when she receives a visit from immigration and it appears that her star acrobat is Eastern European and has no work visa.

E03

Skydiver

Wed, Dec 16 2009 7:30 PM GMT+0000 30 min

Milo the Skydiver is injured a replacement needs to be found quickly. Her options are limited to a suicidal man, a Chinese hypnotist and a reluctant West Highland terrier. It is not looking hopeful...

E04

Dad

Wed, Dec 23 2009 7:30 PM GMT+0000 30 min

Lizzie is happy after finding out that her circus has a chance to perform in the opening ceremony of the 2012 Summer Olympics. Erasmus has a plan to get her dad out of prison, to dig up some cash for the event.

E05

Clown

Mon, Dec 28 2009 7:30 PM GMT+0000 30 min

The sales are at an all-time low when Geoff becomes ill. Lizzie attempts to fill in as the clown herself. The rest of the members of the circus attempt to make money by any means possible.

E06

Thief

Wed, Dec 30 2009 7:30 PM GMT+0000 30 min

The police notify Lizzie that the members of the circus are prime suspects for a series of local robberies. Lizzie suspects Erasmus and banishes him, before the criminal underworld arrive at the circus.