The Crystal Cube

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The Crystal Cube

1983

1 Seasons

1 Episodes

6.5(2 votes)

Pilot

Comedy

Sci-Fi & Fantasy

Overview

The Crystal Cube was a spoof science program, based on shows such as Tomorrow's World. The show was hosted by Jackie Meld (Dame Emma Thompson).

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Cast & Crew

9 members

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Stephen Fry

Dr. Adrian Cowlacey / Various Roles

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Hugh Laurie

Max Belhaven / Various Roles

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Emma Thompson

Jackie Meld / Various Roles

Acting

Robbie Coltrane

Martin Bealey

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John Savident

The Bishop of Horley, The Very Reverend Previous Lockhort

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Arthur Bostrom

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Roy Heather

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Paul Shearer

Mike Liam

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Fanny Carby

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