British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

High Stakes

  • TV sitcom
  • ITV1
  • 2001
  • 12 episodes (2 series)

Sitcom set in the world of investment banking and international finance. Stars Richard Wilson, Jack Shepherd and Jason O'Mara.

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