Table of Contents
- 1 Was cracker Cancelled?
- 2 How many series of cracker were there?
- 3 Why was the TV series called cracker?
- 4 Was Adrian Dunbar in cracker?
- 5 Was Robbie Coltrane in Prime Suspect?
- 6 What episode of Cracker is Sarah Paulson in?
- 7 Who played Fitz’s wife in cracker?
- 8 Is Adrian Dunbar married?
- 9 Who is Fitz Fitzgerald in line of duty?
- 10 Who played Fitz Fitzgerald in doctor who?
- 11 Who played Danny Fitzgerald in Coltrane?
Was cracker Cancelled?
Tonight British audiences can see `Fitz’, the made-for America version of `Cracker’. It was hailed as a triumph for Granada – but the series was pulled mid-run in the US. But ABC recently lost faith in Fitz and cancelled Cracker mid-run.
How many series of cracker were there?
three series
Cracker is a British crime drama series, created and principally written by Jimmy McGovern, and starring Robbie Coltrane and Geraldine Somerville. A total of three series and two specials were broadcast over the course of thirteen years.
What channel was cracker on?
ITV
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Cracker/Networks
Why was the TV series called cracker?
The character was named after the English poet and writer Edward FitzGerald, according to series creator Jimmy McGovern.
Was Adrian Dunbar in cracker?
Cracker (TV Series 1993–1996) – Adrian Dunbar as Kelly – IMDb.
How old is Robbie Coltrane?
71 years (March 30, 1950)
Robbie Coltrane/Age
Was Robbie Coltrane in Prime Suspect?
THE early 1990s were a bit of a golden age for the British television crime drama: “Inspector Morse” was at its peak; the first and best “Prime Suspect” mini-series appeared in 1991; and in 1993 a corpulent, arrogant, gambling-addicted psychologist named Fitz, fully embodied by the Scottish actor Robbie Coltrane, made …
What episode of Cracker is Sarah Paulson in?
True Romance: Part 1.
Is Cracker on BritBox?
BritBox – Cracker S1. Robbie Coltrane stars as ‘Fitz’ Fitzgerald – a deeply flawed but brilliant psychologist – in this BAFTA-winning drama. An expert at understanding criminal minds, he’s called on to solve the toughest cases. Meanwhile, his home life’s a mess.
Who played Fitz’s wife in cracker?
Barbara Flynn as Judith Fitzgerald (Series 1-3, special episode “Nine Eleven”): Fitz’s long-suffering wife and secondary love interest.
Is Adrian Dunbar married?
Anna Nyghm. 1986
Adrian Dunbar/Spouse
Is Robbie Coltrane still acting?
Robbie Coltrane OBE (born Anthony Robert McMillan; 30 March 1950) is a Scottish actor, author and comedian. He is known both for his role as Dr….Robbie Coltrane.
| Robbie Coltrane OBE | |
|---|---|
| Occupation | Actor, author, comedian |
| Years active | 1979–present |
| Spouse(s) | Rhona Gemmell (m. 1999–present) |
| Children | 2 |
Who is Fitz Fitzgerald in line of duty?
Set in Manchester, the series follows a criminal psychologist (or “cracker”), Dr Edward “Fitz” Fitzgerald, played by Robbie Coltrane, who works with the Greater Manchester Police to help them solve crimes. The show consists of three series which were originally aired from 1993 to 1995.
Who played Fitz Fitzgerald in doctor who?
Robbie Coltrane as Dr. Edward “Fitz” Fitzgerald. The character was named after the English poet and writer Edward FitzGerald, according to series creator Jimmy McGovern. Coltrane won three consecutive BAFTA Awards for the role, a streak only matched by Michael Gambon, Helen Mirren and Julie Walters.
What kind of character is Fitz from Hong Kong?
A 100-minute special set in Hong Kong followed in 1996 and another two-hour story in 2006. Fitz is a classic antihero: alcoholic, a chain smoker, obese, sedentary, addicted to gambling, manic, foul-mouthed and sarcastic, and yet cerebral and brilliant. He is a genius in his speciality: criminal psychology.
Who played Danny Fitzgerald in Coltrane?
Clive Russell as Danny Fitzgerald. Russell was cast at Coltrane’s recommendation. The first two series were written by Jimmy McGovern, excepting the fifth serial “The Big Crunch,” which was contributed by Ted Whitehead.
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