Bad Tidings is a British Christmas television film written by Laurence Rickard, Martha Howe-Douglas and Chris McCausland, and starring McCausland, Lee Mack, Sarah Alexander and Rebekah Staton.
| Bad Tidings | |
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| Screenplay by | |
| Directed by | Tim Kirkby |
| Starring | |
| Music by | Paul Hartnoll |
| Country of origin | United Kingdom |
| Original language | English |
| Production | |
| Producers |
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| Cinematography | Andy Hollis |
| Editor | Nick Arthurs |
| Running time | 80 minutes |
| Production company | Sky Studios |
| Original release | |
| Network | Sky Max |
| Release | 22 December 2024 |
Synopsis
editTwo warring neighbours find they have to work together at Christmas to solve a neighbourhood crime.[1]
Cast
edit- Chris McCausland as Scott
- Lee Mack as Neil
- Rebekah Staton as Stacey Brennan
- Sarah Alexander as Laura
- Ben Crompton as 'Big' Barry Brennan
- Emily Coates as Ashleigh Brennan
- Josiah Eloi as 'Little' Barry Brennan
- Millie Kiss as Chloe
- Tupele Dorgu as Sabrina
- Rich Keeble as Euan
- Sunil Patel as Raj
- Donna Preston as Sue
Production
editThe film is written by Laurence Rickard, Martha Howe-Douglas and Chris McCausland, who also had a starring role.[2] It is directed by Tim Kirkby. Producers are Adnan Ahmed and Anil Gupta for Sky Studios.[3]
The cast also includes Lee Mack, Sarah Alexander and Rebekah Staton.[4]
Principal photography began in April 2024.[5] This production was filmed over three to four weeks and all shot at night.[6]
Broadcast
editA trailer was released on 20 November 2024. The film was broadcast on Sky Max and streaming service NOW on 22 December 2024.[7][8]
References
edit- ^ Eales, Courteny (November 21, 2024). "Strictly Come Dancing's Chris McCausland issues career update away from show". Liverpool Echo. Retrieved November 24, 2024.
- ^ "Chris McCausland & Lee Mack to star in Sky festive special Bad Tidings". Comedy.co.uk. April 8, 2024. Retrieved November 24, 2024.
- ^ Whittock, Jesse; Abraham, Hannah; Ntim, Zac (April 8, 2024). "Chris McCausland & Lee Mack Set For Sky Festive Special; Mediapro Studio Gets 'Quiet' In Cannes; Banijay Ups Comms Chief; Mario Van Peebles Docuseries 'The Beat Goes On' Anchors "Impact" Campaign; Hendrix, Bowie & Elvis Docs Sold — Global Briefs". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved November 24, 2024.
- ^ Godfrey, Jake (November 20, 2024). "Trailer released for Lee Mack and Chris McCausland festive comedy". Film Stories. Retrieved November 24, 2024.
- ^ Hibbs, James (April 8, 2024). "Lee Mack and Chris McCausland lead Sky Christmas special Bad Tidings". Radio Times. Retrieved November 24, 2024.
- ^ Grant, James (December 22, 2024). "Actor stars in Christmas film with Strictly winner". BBC News. Retrieved December 22, 2024.
- ^ Newbould, Chris (November 20, 2024). "North West comics Lee Mack and Chris McCausland team up for Sky Christmas caper". Prolific North. Retrieved November 24, 2024.
- ^ Mensah, Katelyn (December 3, 2024). "Sky confirms Christmas TV schedule including Bad Tidings and Paul McCartney special". Radio Times. Retrieved December 4, 2024.
External links
edit- Bad Tidings at IMDb