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Olga da Polga

Series 2

Olga and the Snake

First broadcast: on CBeebiesLatest broadcast: on CBeebies

Available for years

Olga thinks there’s a snake in the garden. But she is proved wrong when she finds out the ‘snake’ is just the garden hose. How is she going tell the others she got it wrong? Show more

Contributors

Mr Sawdust:
Greg Hemphill
Mrs Sawdust:
Julie Wilson Nimmo
Karen Sawdust:
Isla Mercer
Karen Sawdust Body Double:
Mila D'Annunzio
Voice of Olga da Polga:
Lesley Harcourt
Voice of Noel:
Susheel Kumar
Voice of Fangio:
Tim Licata
Voice of Graham:
Mark McDonnell
Voice of Daisy:
Nicola Stanton
Director:
Michael Hines
Composer:
Brollyman

Olga da Polga

Series 2

Olga Gets a Roommate

First broadcast: on CBeebies HDLatest broadcast: on CBeebies

Available for years

Olga tells her friends that her new roommate is international celebrity Daisy La Squeak, but it turns out to be a sweet young guinea pig just like her! Show more

Contributors

Mr Sawdust:
Greg Hemphill
Mrs Sawdust:
Julie Wilson Nimmo
Karen Sawdust:
Isla Mercer
Karen Sawdust Body Double:
Mila D'Annunzio
Voice of Olga da Polga:
Lesley Harcourt
Voice of Noel:
Susheel Kumar
Voice of Fangio:
Tim Licata
Voice of Graham:
Mark McDonnell
Voice of Daisy:
Nicola Stanton
Director:
Michael Hines
Composer:
Brollyman
Writer:
Sara Daddy

Olga da Polga

Series 2

Trick or Treat

First broadcast: on CBeebies HDLatest broadcast: on CBeebies

Available for years

Olga worries that Karen will be dressing as a cat like Noel for Halloween. But to her delight, when Karen comes out to show off her costume, she is dressed as Olga! Show more

Contributors

Mr Sawdust:
Greg Hemphill
Mrs Sawdust:
Julie Wilson Nimmo
Karen Sawdust:
Isla Mercer
Fatima's Mum:
Mandy Bhari
Karen Sawdust Body Double:
Mila D'Annunzio
Voice of Olga da Polga:
Lesley Harcourt
Voice of Noel:
Susheel Kumar
Voice of Fangio:
Tim Licata
Voice of Graham:
Mark McDonnell
Voice of Daisy:
Nicola Stanton
Director:
Andrew Agnew

Olga da Polga

Series 2

Olga the Detective

First broadcast: on CBeebiesLatest broadcast: on CBeebies HD

Available for years

When he hears about a trip to the vet, Noel goes into hiding. Olga decides that she’s going to find him. She tracks down Noel using her remarkable detective skills. Show more

Contributors

Mr Sawdust:
Greg Hemphill
Mrs Sawdust:
Julie Wilson Nimmo
Karen Sawdust:
Isla Mercer
Karen Sawdust Body Double:
Mila D'Annunzio
Voice of Olga da Polga:
Lesley Harcourt
Voice of Noel:
Susheel Kumar
Voice of Fangio:
Tim Licata
Voice of Graham:
Mark McDonnell
Voice of Daisy:
Nicola Stanton
Composer:
Brollyman
Director:
Andrew Agnew
Writer:
Isabel Fay

Olga da Polga

Series 2

Olga’s Holiday

First broadcast: on CBeebiesLatest broadcast: on CBeebies

Available for years

Olga and Daisy head off with the Sawdusts for a holiday with Karen’s cousin Calum. They’re amazed when Calum’s guinea pig Boris is an even bigger tale-spinner than Olga.

Contributors

Mr Sawdust:
Greg Hemphill
Mrs Sawdust:
Julie Wilson Nimmo
Karen Sawdust:
Isla Mercer
Karen Sawdust Body Double:
Mila D'Annunzio
Voice of Olga da Polga:
Lesley Harcourt
Voice of Noel:
Susheel Kumar
Voice of Fangio:
Tim Licata
Voice of Graham:
Mark McDonnell
Voice of Daisy:
Nicola Stanton
Director:
Andrew Agnew
Writer:
Sara Daddy
Composer:
Brollyman

Saturday Drama

Rebus: Black and Blue

Episode 1

Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

The maverick detective investigates murders in three cities - could they be linked? Ian Rankin's thriller stars Ron Donachie. Show more

Contributors

John Rebus:
Ron Donachie
Ludo Lumsden:
Iain Robertson
Siobhan Clarke:
Gayanne Potter
Jack Morton:
Simon Tait
Tracy Minchell:
Irene Allan
Judd Fuller:
Simon Donaldson
Edward Grogan:
Mark McDonnell
Briony McLean:
Natalie Bennett
Ryan Slocum:
John Kazek
Eve Cudden:
Juliet Cadzow
Joe Toal:
Laurie Ventry
Author:
Ian Rankin
Adaptor:
Chris Dolan
Director:
Bruce Young
Producer:
Bruce Young

Genres

Saturday Drama

Rebus: Black and Blue

Episode 2

Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

The maverick detective's hunt for the serial killer makes him a possible target. Show more

Contributors

John Rebus:
Ron Donachie
Jack Morton:
Simon Tait
Ludo Lumsden:
Iain Robertson
Siobhan Clarke:
Gayanne Potter
Ryan Slocum:
John Kazek
Eve Cudden:
Juliet Cadzow
Mrs Slocum:
Irene Allan
Joanna Bruce:
Natalie Bennett
Edward Grogan:
Mark McDonnell
Judd Fuller:
Simon Donaldson
Stanley Toal:
Stevie Hannan
Author:
Ian Rankin
Adaptor:
Chris Dolan
Director:
Bruce Young
Producer:
Bruce Young

Drama on 4

Georges Simenon - The Other Simenon

The Cat

Duration: 45 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

A husband and wife loathe each other and reconciliation looks unlikely. Black comedy starring Christian Rodska and Joanna Tope. Show more

Drama on 4

Colin Hough - Hard Boiled Eggs and Nuts

Duration: 45 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

4 Extra Debut. Stan Laurel's relationship with his erratic mother Maggie holds the key to his future in comedy. Stars James Anthony Pearson. Show more

Happy Hollidays

Episode 2: Tycoon

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One ScotlandLatest broadcast: on BBC Two Scotland

Sitcom. When a potential investor in the site comes to stay, Colin extends the warmest of welcomes. Joyce, meanwhile, enthusiastically embraces the world of online auctions. Show more

Contributors

Colin Holliday:
Ford Kiernan
Mike Bryan:
Gavin Mitchell
Joyce Mullen:
Karen Dunbar
Producer:
Angela Murray
Michelle Dinwodie:
Debbie Welsh
Sir John Peters:
Lewis MacLeod
Chairman Eddie:
Mark McDonnell
Producer:
Angela Murray

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One ScotlandLatest broadcast: on BBC Two Scotland

Sitcom set in a caravan park. Colin and Mike vie to become the new chairman of the caravan site owners' organisation. Joyce, meanwhile, devises a secret money-making scheme. Show more

Contributors

Colin Holliday:
Ford Kiernan
Joyce Mullen:
Karen Dunbar
Mike Bryan:
Gavin Mitchell
Michelle Dinwoodie:
Debbie Welsh
Chairman Eddie:
Mark McDonnell
Council Worker:
Julie Austin
Producer:
Angela Murray

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Nick Nickleby

Episode 1

Duration: 45 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: on BBC Two Northern Ireland

Modern re-telling of the Dickens classic. When the death of Nicholas Nickleby leaves his family ruined and homeless, his son Nick turns to their wealthy, estranged uncle for help. Show more

Nick Nickleby

Episode 2

Duration: 45 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: on BBC Two Northern Ireland

Modern interpretation of the Dickens classic. Nick Nickleby and Mrs Smike, on the run from the police, throw in their lot with a mother-daughter duo with problems of their own. Show more

Contributors

Producer:
Susan Breen
Mrs Smike:
Linda Bassett
Hawkovsky:
Gerry O'Brien
Mrs Nickleby:
Bronagh Gallagher
Mrs Graymarsh:
Barbara Adair
Mr Bolder:
Howell Evans
Mr Cobbey:
James Greene
DI Belton:
Rod Arthur
Talent Contest MC:
Danny Kehoe

Genres

Nick Nickleby

Episode 3

Duration: 45 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: on BBC Two Northern Ireland

Modern interpretation of the Dickens classic. Nick Nickleby finds help from an unlikely source after learning the truth about his uncle - and loses his heart to a familiar face. Show more

Nick Nickleby

Episode 4

Duration: 45 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: on BBC Two Northern Ireland

Modern interpretation of the Dickens classic. Nick Nickleby's life is on the line as his uncle Ralph battles to keep his plans afloat - and sends out Squeers to capture Mrs Smike. Show more

Nick Nickleby

Episode 5

Duration: 45 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: on BBC Two Northern Ireland

Modern interpretation of the Charles Dickens classic. The mystery of Mrs Smike's locket is revealed as Nick struggles to bring down his uncle Ralph. Show more

Contributors

Genres

Olga da Polga

Series 2

Merry Christmas Olga

First broadcast: on CBeebies HDLatest broadcast: on CBeebies HD

Available for years

Olga learns all about Christmas and tells Daisy and Noel about guinea pig celebration Piggymas! But she worries that Santa might have forgotten her new feeding bowl. Show more

Contributors

Mr Sawdust:
Greg Hemphill
Mrs Sawdust:
Julie Wilson Nimmo
Karen Sawdust:
Isla Mercer
Karen Sawdust Body Double:
Mila D'Annunzio
Voice of Olga da Polga:
Lesley Harcourt
Voice of Noel:
Susheel Kumar
Voice of Fangio:
Tim Licata
Voice of Graham:
Mark McDonnell
Voice of Daisy:
Nicola Stanton
Composer:
Brollyman
Director:
Michael Hines
Writer:
Sara Daddy

Ideal

Series 6

Episode 8: The Housewarming

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC ThreeLatest broadcast: on BBC Three

Sitcom about a small-time dope dealer. While Nicki throws a monster fancy dress party, Tilly hosts a soiree upstairs. Moz tries to scrape together the ransom money. Show more

Dog Squad

Series 1

Mission: Cheese Sandwiches

First broadcast: on CBeebiesLatest broadcast: on CBeebies

Available for years

Meagaidh and Tom visit a school to show the children how a search and rescue dog works. But disaster strikes when the cook goes missing with the children’s cheese sandwiches. Show more

Contributors

Meagaidh Voiced By:
Ashley Jensen
Herself:
Meagaidh
Mrs Saka:
Cindy Awor
Children in Class:
Lily
Children in Class:
Darcie
Children in Class:
Rory
Children in Class:
Lauren
Children in Class:
Jack
Children in Class:
Abigail
Children in Class:
Millie Rose
Child Voice:
Theo
Series Producer:
Jack Cheshire
Executive Producer:
Terri Langan
Producer:
Jayne Austin
Director:
Michael Hines