British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide
The Gravy Train. Image shows from L to R: Michael Spearpoint (Ian Richardson), Hans-Joachim Dorfmann (Christoph Waltz), Gianna Melchiori (Anita Zagaria)
The Gravy Train

The Gravy Train

  • TV sitcom / comedy drama
  • Channel 4
  • 1990
  • 4 episodes (1 series)

Satire about the widespread fraud and corruption within the European Economic Community. Stars Christoph Waltz, Ian Richardson, Almanta Suska, Alexei Sayle, Jacques Sereys and more.

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Cast
Person Role Episode count
Julia Dearden Maria Theresa
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  2. Series 1, Episode 2 - Episode Two
 2
Ron Donachie Victor
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  4. Series 1, Episode 4 - Episode Four
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Geoffrey Hutchings Gustave
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  4. Series 1, Episode 4 - Episode Four
 4
Amanda Mealing (as Mandy Mealing) Delise
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 3
Judy Parfitt Hilda Spearpoint
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  4. Series 1, Episode 4 - Episode Four
 4
Ian Richardson Michael Spearpoint
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  4. Series 1, Episode 4 - Episode Four
 4
Alexei Sayle Milcic
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  2. Series 1, Episode 2 - Episode Two
  3. Series 1, Episode 3 - Episode Three
  4. Series 1, Episode 4 - Episode Four
 4
Jacques Sereys Jean-Luc Villeneuve
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  4. Series 1, Episode 4 - Episode Four
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Almanta Suska Nadine
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  4. Series 1, Episode 4 - Episode Four
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Christoph Waltz Hans-Joachim Dorfmann
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  4. Series 1, Episode 4 - Episode Four
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Sabine Weber Christa
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  4. Series 1, Episode 4 - Episode Four
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Anita Zagaria Gianna Melchiori
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  2. Series 1, Episode 2 - Episode Two
  3. Series 1, Episode 3 - Episode Three
  4. Series 1, Episode 4 - Episode Four
 4
Guest cast
Person Role Episode count
Richard Albrecht Reporter
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  1. Series 1, Episode 4 - Episode Four
 1
Peter Arp Bank Official
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  1. Series 1, Episode 4 - Episode Four
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Yves Aubert Hotel Desk Clerk
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Jeni Barnett Bulgarian Singer
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  1. Series 1, Episode 3 - Episode Three
 1
Michael Bertenshaw Reporter
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  2. Series 1, Episode 4 - Episode Four
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Marianne Borgo E.E.C. Desk Clerk
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Jelena Budimir Telephonist
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  1. Series 1, Episode 3 - Episode Three
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Jim Carter Personip
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  1. Series 1, Episode 3 - Episode Three
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Clare Clifford British Wife
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  1. Series 1, Episode 1 - Episode One
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Howard Goorney Bulgarian Waiter
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  1. Series 1, Episode 3 - Episode Three
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Stephen Greif Rudolph
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Franziska Grinzinger Checkout Girl
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  1. Series 1, Episode 3 - Episode Three
 1
Roger Hume Police Officer
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  1. Series 1, Episode 2 - Episode Two
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Tom Hunsinger Haggerty
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  1. Series 1, Episode 3 - Episode Three
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Christopher Hunter (as Chris Hunter) E.E.C. Guard
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  1. Series 1, Episode 1 - Episode One
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Maria Isabel Hernandez Joaquina
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  1. Series 1, Episode 2 - Episode Two
 1
Phillip Joseph (as Philip Joseph) Alexei
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  1. Series 1, Episode 3 - Episode Three
 1
Andre Maranne Maitre D'
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 3
Georg Marin Frontier Guard
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  1. Series 1, Episode 3 - Episode Three
 1
Pip Mayo 2nd Desk Clerk
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  1. Series 1, Episode 1 - Episode One
 1
Maggie McCarthy Customs Lady
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  1. Series 1, Episode 3 - Episode Three
 1
Francisco Morales Reporter
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  1. Series 1, Episode 1 - Episode One
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Marlene Morley Translator
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  2. Series 1, Episode 4 - Episode Four
 2
Joseph Mydell Duke
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  1. Series 1, Episode 4 - Episode Four
 1
Anthony Pedley Restauranteur
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  1. Series 1, Episode 1 - Episode One
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Steve Plytas Greek Minister
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  1. Series 1, Episode 4 - Episode Four
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Siobhan Redmond British Wife
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  1. Series 1, Episode 1 - Episode One
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Ivor Roberts Major Domo
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  1. Series 1, Episode 1 - Episode One
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Dominique Ronsse Bank Teller
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  1. Series 1, Episode 4 - Episode Four
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Hilary Sesta Floor Maid
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  1. Series 1, Episode 3 - Episode Three
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Suzanne Szameit Hotel Receptionist
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  1. Series 1, Episode 4 - Episode Four
 1
David Timson Translator
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  1. Series 1, Episode 4 - Episode Four
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Christian Toma Translator
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  1. Series 1, Episode 2 - Episode Two
  2. Series 1, Episode 4 - Episode Four
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Elaine Turrell Dumpy Lady
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  1. Series 1, Episode 3 - Episode Three
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Charlotte West-Oram British Wife
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  1. Series 1, Episode 1 - Episode One
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Albie Woodington Policeman
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  1. Series 1, Episode 2 - Episode Two
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Heidi Zuger Salzburg Guide
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  1. Series 1, Episode 4 - Episode Four
 1
Writing team
Person Role Episode count
Malcolm Bradbury Writer
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  4. Series 1, Episode 4 - Episode Four
 4
Production team
Person Role Episode count
David Tucker Director
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Philip Hinchcliffe Producer
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Ian Warren Producer
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Tom Donald Executive Producer
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Victor Glynn Executive Producer
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Andrew Warren Associate Producer
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Robin Sales Editor
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Roger Murray-Leach Production Designer
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Di Carling Casting Director
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Risa Kes Casting Director
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Jacqueline Laloux Casting Director
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Emma Porteous Costume Designer
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Ken Westbury Director of Photography
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John Keane Composer
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Peter Bennett 1st Assistant Director
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