Sunshine
2008 · 1 season · 3 eps · ★ 7.8 · Comedy, Drama
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Sunshine is a three-part comedy drama that began on 7 October 2008 on BBC1 from the co-writers of The Royle Family and Early Doors. These co-writers, Craig Cash and Phil Mealey, also appear in the series.
Created by Craig Cash
Network: BBC One
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Steve Coogan Bing Crosby -
Bernard Hill George Crosby -
Lisa Millett Bernadette Crosby - D Dominic Senior Joe Crosby
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Craig Cash Bob -
Phil Mealey Andy -
Daniel Ryan Greg -
Neil Bell Eddie -
Tony Mooney Bulldog -
Rodney Litchfield Mr Todd -
Peter Wight Philip -
Rita May Doreen
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