Eyes Down

Eyes Down

2003 · 2 seasons · 15 eps · ★ 6.2 · Comedy

Canceled

Eyes Down is a comedy starring Paul O'Grady as Ray Temple, the manager of a bingo hall in Liverpool, England called The Rio, although the series was filmed in Rayners Lane in London. Although it had moderate ratings, the programme only lasted for two series until it was cancelled by the BBC in 2004. The show was written by Angela Clarke and directed by Christine Gernon.

Created by Angela Clarke

Network: BBC One

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