Big Top (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Series · ★ 2
Released in 2009, Big Top is a comedy series.
What it’s about. 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.
Who’s in it. Big Top stars Tony Robinson as Erasmus, Amanda Holden as Lizzie, John Thomson as Geoff and Ruth Madoc as Georgie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, Big Top has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Big Top page.
If you liked it. Fans of Big Top tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, My Hero Academia, One Piece and The Umbrella Academy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Big Top (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Big Top change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Big Top worth watching?
- Big Top holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Big Top?
- Big Top stars Tony Robinson, Amanda Holden, John Thomson, Ruth Madoc and Sophie Thompson.
- When was Big Top released?
- Big Top was released in 2009.