Big Deal (1984–1986)

Lighthearted drama series about Robby Box, a small-time London gambler, and his long-suffering family.

Creator:

Geoff McQueen

Stars:

Ray Brooks, Sharon Duce, Pamela Cundell

Cast

Series cast summary:
Ray Brooks	...	Robbie Box (30 episodes, 1984-1986)
Sharon Duce	...	Jan Oliver (30 episodes, 1984-1986)
Pamela Cundell	...	Vi Box (29 episodes, 1984-1986)
James Ottaway	...	Tommy (28 episodes, 1984-1986)
Lisa Geoghan	...	Debby Oliver (27 episodes, 1984-1986)
Andy Mulligan	...	Geordie (27 episodes, 1984-1986)
Kenneth Waller	...	Ferret (27 episodes, 1984-1986)
Deirdre Costello	...	Joan (25 episodes, 1984-1986)
Stephen Tate	...	Dick Mayer (25 episodes, 1984-1986)
Frank Mills	...	Gil Roach (24 episodes, 1984-1986)
Alex Tetteh-Lartey	...	Black George (19 episodes, 1984-1986)
Roger Walker	...	Kipper (18 episodes, 1984-1986)

Storyline

Lighthearted drama series about Robby Box, a small-time London gambler, and his long-suffering family.

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Plot Keywords:

family relationships | luck | gambling

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Genres:

Comedy | Drama

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Details

Country:

UK

Language:

English

Release Date:

14 October 1984 (UK)

Company Credits

Production Co:

British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)

Technical Specs

Runtime:

50 min 50 min (20 episodes)

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color

User Reviews

How to gamble for a living

Robbie Box is a heavy gambler, whose luck goes from the highs to the lowest depths. His girlfriend, Jan and daughter Debby stick by him for much of the way, but eventually leave for Australia only to come back. Robbie wins a club in a card game which itself is lost also in a card game. This is classic British comedy/drama at its best.