Phil Ellis Is Trying

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Anarchic sitcom created and written by Phil Ellis and Fraser Steele.

Anarchic sitcom about a man desperate to succeed in a world he does not fully understand. Created and written by Phil Ellis and Fraser Steele.

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Phil Ellis Is Trying: Series 2: Pinball

Pinball

Series 2

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Phil will solve your problems. Well, he'll try.  Sitcom also starring Johnny Vegas.

Ghosts from Phil's past catch up with him, when he discovers Parbold is hosting the World Pinball Championships.

When Phil discovers Parbold is hosting the World Pinball Championships, he sees a way to solve his money troubles by winning the big cash prize.  But it's not just him who wants the money, as Phil's past catches up with him.  Meanwhile, Polly starts a pet-walking business as a sideline.  

Written by Phil Ellis and Fraser Steele.

Starring:

Phil Ellis as Phil
Johnny Vegas as Johnny
Amy Gledhill as Polly
Terry Mynott as Barry Bean
Katia Kvinge as Ellie/Barber
Sunil Patel as Announcer/Bear owner
and with special guest star Sean Lock as The Dragon

Produced by Sam Michell

A BBC Studios production

Phil Ellis Is Trying: Series 2

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Intelligent speech, the most insightful journalism, the wittiest comedy, the most fascinating features and the most compelling drama and readings anywhere in UK radio.

More madcap sitcom adventures from the serial/disastrous entrepreneur Phil Ellis.

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