Big Top was a BBC television situation comedy series which first aired on 25 November 2009 and was set in and around a travelling circus, the show aired on BBC One and BBC HD simultaneously. The series revolved around the performers and backstage staff of Circus Maestro. The series consisted of six episodes, each thirty minutes in length. Big Top was not recommissioned for a second series and was formally cancelled by the BBC in February 2010.
Seasons and episodes
1 season · 6 episodes
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- 1S1 E1
Boyfriend
Dec 2, 200930 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. As Lizzie and her Auntie Helen start talking about her past boyfriends it helps her to realise that sh
- 2S1 E2
Visa
Dec 9, 200930 min
Lizzie recieves a visit from immigration and it appears that her star acrobat, Eastern European Boyco, has no work visa. Being desparate to keep Boyco, Lizzie is willing to go to any lengths to make him legitimate, but Plonky the Clown want
- 3S1 E3
Skydiver
Dec 16, 200930 min
Milo the Skydiver is injured a replacement needs to be found quickly. Her options are limited to a suicidal man, a Chinese hypontist and a reluctant West Highland terrier. It is not looking hopeful.
- 4S1 E4
Dad
Dec 23, 200930 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.
- 5S1 E5
Clown
Dec 28, 200930 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.
- 6S1 E6
Thief
Dec 30, 200930 min
The police notify Lizzie that the members of the circus are prime suspects for a spout of local robberies. Lizzie suspects Erasmus and banishes him, before the criminal underworld arrive at the circus.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where can I watch Big Top?
- Big Top is not currently listed on a streaming service in the US. Use the country picker on the page to check other markets.
- How many seasons of Big Top are there?
- Big Top has 1 season and 6 episodes. Status: Ended.
- Will there be a new season of Big Top?
- Big Top has ended; no new episodes are scheduled. The final episode aired on December 30, 2009.
- Who stars in Big Top?
- Big Top stars Tony Robinson, Amanda Holden, John Thomson, Ruth Madoc, Sophie Thompson.
