Woodcock

  • TV sitcom
  • BBC Two
  • 1994
  • 1 pilot

Comic Asides pilot about Woodcock, a young cabin boy press-ganged into service aboard a Portsmouth-based boat in 1793. He looks forward to the voyage of his dreams, until he meets the crazy crew. Stars Michael Angelis, John Bell, Andy Hockley, Jonathan Hyde, Phelim McDermott and more.

Cast & crew credits

Cast
Michael Angelis Cyril
John Bell Doctor McGregor
Andy Hockley Dai
Jonathan Hyde Slyme (Evil First Mate)
Phelim McDermott Woodcock
John Rogan Father
Prunella Scales The Captain
Frank Skinner Jasper (Ship's Parrot)
Imelda Staunton Edna
James Warrior Gareth
Writing team
Ian MacPherson Writer
Production team
Michael Leggo Director
Michael Leggo Producer
Stephen McCrum Associate Producer
Linda Haysman Costume Designer
Nichola Bellamy Make-up Designer
Eric Wallis Lighting Designer
Ernie Dunstall Musical Director
Guy Freeman Production Manager

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