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The Beiderbecke Connection (1988–1988) — drama · comedy on ITV1
About The Beiderbecke Connection
The Beiderbecke Connection ended on December 18, 1988, on ITV1. The show aired its entire first season between November 27 and December 18, 1988, totaling four episodes. There are no upcoming episodes scheduled, and the series has concluded its run.
The series was a drama and comedy that followed Trevor Chaplin, a woodwork teacher who enjoyed listening to jazz, and Jill Chapman, an English teacher passionate about environmental issues. Set in 1988, the show depicted their quiet life disrupted when they hosted Ivan, a friend of their friend Big Al, who spoke no English but admired jazz musician Bix Beiderbecke. The narrative involved their encounters with criminals, smuggling activities, and fights for educational rights, highlighting their efforts to navigate these challenges while maintaining their peaceful lives.
The cast included James Bolam as Trevor Chaplin, Barbara Flynn as Jill Swinburne, Dominic Jephcott as Detective Inspector Hobson, and Terence Rigby as Big Al.
The Beiderbecke Connection episode schedule
4 aired
Aired · 4
| Date | Ep. | Title |
|---|---|---|
| December 18, 1988 | S1·E4 | What Do We Have on Hockey Sticks? |
| December 11, 1988 | S1·E3 | Is He the lodger? |
| December 4, 1988 | S1·E2 | Hello Sir, Hello Miss |
| November 27, 1988 | S1·E1 | Oh Look, It's Average-Sized Trevor Chaplin |
The Beiderbecke Connection cast
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James Bolamas Trevor Chaplin -
Barbara Flynnas Jill Swinburne -
Dominic Jephcottas Detective Inspector Hobson - KSKeith Smithas Mr. Wheeler
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Dudley Suttonas Mr. Carter -
Terence Rigbyas Big Al - DSDanny Schilleras Little Norm
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George Costiganas Ben -
Sean Scanlanas Joe -
Patrick Druryas Ivan - JBJudy Brookeas Yvonne Fairweather
- DLDave Leslieas Man Opposite
- GKGaynor Kitchenas Sharon
- DBDarren Bennetas Gary
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Eamon Bolandas Peter Swinburne -
Peter Martinas Charlie