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Sunshine

Episode 1

Duration: 59 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One Yorks & LincsLatest broadcast: on BBC HD

Bittersweet comedy drama starring Steve Coogan. Bob 'Bing' Crosby has always been popular, but could he lose everything when he develops a gambling problem? Show more

Contributors

Bob 'Bing' Crosby:
Steve Coogan
George Crosby:
Bernard Hill
Bernadette:
Lisa Millett
Bulldog:
Tony Mooney
Eddie:
Neil Bell
Doreen:
Rita May
Midwife:
Sarah Ashton
Richard:
Adam Zane
Football Coach:
Cleveland Campbell
Irishman:
Paul Hickey
Young Bing:
Alexander Bain
Young Bernadette:
Grace Clarke
Producer:
John Rushton
Writer:
Craig Cash

Series

Sunshine

The Royle Family

The Queen of Sheba

Duration: 57 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One SouthLatest broadcast: on BBC One Wales HD

Available for 4 months

Tension mounts as the family contemplate the prospect of becoming fully laminated throughout. A mysterious visitor reminds Nana of her favourite musical. Show more

Contributors

Jim Royle:
Ricky Tomlinson
Barbara Royle:
Sue Johnston
Denise Royle:
Caroline Aherne
Dave Best:
Craig Cash
Anthony Royle:
Ralf Little
Little David:
Harry Cash
Joe Carroll:
Peter Martin
Mary Carroll:
Doreen Keogh
Lewis Royle:
Connor Marsh
Soloman:
Phil Mealey
Father Kennedy:
Jim Whelan
Callum:
Billy Cash
Writer:
Craig Cash
Director:
Mark Mylod
Producer:
John Rushton

The Royle Family

The New Sofa

Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: on BBC One LondonLatest broadcast: on BBC One Wales

Available for 4 months

Festive special edition of the hit sitcom. Inspired by Nigella, Denise decides to cook Christmas dinner for the family. To Jim's dismay, Dave's mum and dad are invited. Show more

Contributors

Jim Royle:
Ricky Tomlinson
Barbara Royle:
Sue Johnston
Denise Best:
Caroline Aherne
Dave Best:
Craig Cash
David Best Sr:
Tom Courtenay
Jocelyn Best:
Helen Fraser
Writer:
Craig Cash
Producer:
John Rushton

The Royle Family

The Golden Egg Cup

Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: on BBC HDLatest broadcast: on BBC One Yorkshire

Available for 4 months

It's a special time for Jim and Barbara and a celebration is planned. They have received the gift of money from their children, but what will they do with it? Show more

Contributors

Jim Royle:
Ricky Tomlinson
Barbara Royle:
Sue Johnston
Denise Best:
Caroline Aherne
Dave Best:
Craig Cash
Antony Royle:
Ralf Little
Cheryl Carroll:
Jessica Stevenson
Joe Carroll:
Peter Martin
Writer:
Craig Cash
Producer:
John Rushton

The Royle Family

Joe's Crackers

Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: on BBC One Wales

Available for 4 months

Seasonal edition of the comedy drama. Barbara feels the strain as Jim is incapacitated, while Dave and Denise worry that Anthony's lavish presents will show them up. Show more

Contributors

Jim Royle:
Ricky Tomlinson
Barbara Royle:
Sue Johnston
Denise Best:
Caroline Aherne
Dave Best:
Craig Cash
Antony Royle:
Ralf Little
Cheryl Carroll:
Jessica Stevenson
Joe Carroll:
Peter Martin
Writer:
Craig Cash
Producer:
John Rushton

The Royle Family

Barbara's Old Ring

Duration: 1 hour

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

Available for 4 months

Seasonal edition of the sitcom. It is Christmas at the Royles', and Barbara has gone overboard with the presents. Meanwhile, Dave reveals his Dragons' Den idea. Show more

Contributors

Jim Royle:
Ricky Tomlinson
Barbara Royle:
Sue Johnston
Denise Best:
Caroline Aherne
Dave Best:
Craig Cash
Joe Carroll:
Peter Martin
Writer:
Craig Cash
Producer:
Lucy Ansbro

Comedy Playhouse

Series 17

Episode 2: Broken Biscuits

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: on BBC One Wales

Comedy series. Watching the unfolding of the everyday lives and little stories of five disparate groups of people, friends, partners and parents. Show more

Early Doors

Series 2

Episode 3

Duration: 28 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two EnglandLatest broadcast: on BBC Four HD

Available for years

Comedy series set in a small Manchester public house. The chance to win a box of chocolates has the regulars racking their brains at The Grapes quiz night. Show more

Early Doors

Series 1

Episode 3

Duration: 28 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two EnglandLatest broadcast: on BBC Four HD

Available for years

Comedy series. Policemen Phil and Nige have a near-death experience. Jean's hopes of going to Crete are dashed. And the temporary traffic lights are still troubling Eddie. Show more

Early Doors

Series 1

Episode 5

Duration: 28 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two EnglandLatest broadcast: on BBC Four HD

Available for years

Comedy series set in a small Manchester public house. It is Joan and Eddie's anniversary, and they plan to celebrate in style at The Grapes with a fish supper for later. Show more

Early Doors

Series 1

Episode 1

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two EnglandLatest broadcast: on BBC Four

Available for years

Sitcom series set in a Manchester pub. Fag ends in the urinals and the arrival of temporary traffic lights cause chaos in The Grapes.

Early Doors

Series 1

Episode 4

Duration: 28 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two EnglandLatest broadcast: on BBC Four HD

Available for years

Comedy series set in a small Manchester public house. Tension mounts as the winner of the football card is announced. Duffy and Joe advise Liam on how to win back a lost love. Show more

Early Doors

Series 1

Episode 6

Duration: 29 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two EnglandLatest broadcast: on BBC Four HD

Available for years

Comedy series set in a small Manchester public house. Tommy buys a round, shocking all at The Grapes, and the mystery over who is putting fag ends in the urinals is finally solved. Show more

Early Doors

Series 1

Episode 2

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two EnglandLatest broadcast: on BBC Four

Available for years

Sitcom. Joe's marriage is in crisis, Melanie's boyfriend has a big surprise for her, and the hospital denies all knowledge of Sheila's husband.

Early Doors

Series 2

Episode 5

Duration: 28 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two EnglandLatest broadcast: on BBC Four HD

Available for years

Comedy series set in a Manchester public house. Ken smartens himself up to play the romantic lead whilst rumours of him throwing the towel in at the pub spread amongst the locals. Show more

Sunshine

Episode 2

Duration: 59 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One Yorks & LincsLatest broadcast: on BBC HD

Bittersweet comedy drama. Bernadette throws Bing out of the house because of his gambling, forcing him to move in with his father. Soon, even he cannot tolerate Bing's behaviour. Show more

Contributors

Bob 'Bing' Crosby:
Steve Coogan
George Crosby:
Bernard Hill
Bernadette:
Lisa Millett
Doreen:
Rita May
Bulldog:
Tony Mooney
Irishman:
Paul Hickey
Football Coach:
Cleveland Campbell
Richard:
Adam Zane
Receptionist:
Sarah Baxendale
Jennifer (Speed Dater):
Dorothy Atkinson
Mr Lister:
Anthony Bessick
Man at Bar:
Aidan Magrath
Director:
Craig Cash
Producer:
John Rushton
Writer:
Craig Cash

Series

Sunshine

Sunshine

Episode 3

Duration: 59 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One Yorks & LincsLatest broadcast: on BBC HD

The bittersweet three-part comedy drama concludes, with Bing taking the first tentative steps towards overcoming his gambling addiction. Show more

Contributors

Bob 'Bing' Crosby:
Steve Coogan
George Crosby:
Bernard Hill
Bernadette:
Lisa Millett
Eddie:
Neil Bell
Shopkeeper:
John Churnside
Landlady:
Judith Barker
Job Interviewer 1:
Daniel Scott Yarnold
Job Interviewer 2:
John Elkington
Receptionist:
Sarah Baxendale
Hospital Doctor:
Eamonn Riley
Mr Roberts:
David Woodcock
Producer:
John Rushton
Writer:
Craig Cash
Director:
Craig Cash

Series

Sunshine

Early Doors

Series 2

Episode 2

Duration: 28 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two EnglandLatest broadcast: on BBC Four HD

Available for years

Comedy series set in a small Manchester public house. Ken is laid up with the flu as the police arrive to celebrate a successful drugs bust. Duffy is in no mood for celebrating. Show more