An Evening With Gary Lineker (1994)
From their 1991 stageplay An Evening with Gary Lineker was adapted for television in 1994 by Arthur Smith and Chris England. The action takes place against the backdrop of the 1990 Football World Cup semi-final, between England and West Germany, which is taking place in Italy while Monica and Bill are on holiday in Ibiza. Bill desperately wants to watch the match; Monica wants to talk about their relationship.
Director: Andy Wilson
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Clive Owen as Bill |
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Caroline Quentin as Monica Despacos |
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Paul Merton as Ian |
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Martin Clunes as Dan Hudson |
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Lizzy McInnerny as Brigitta |
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Arthur Smith as Taxi Driver |
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Gary Lineker as Self |
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Alistair McGowan as John Motson |
| Writing | Chris England | Writer |
| Directing | Andy Wilson | Director |
| Writing | Arthur Smith | Writer |
| Production | Andy Harries | Producer |
| Sound | Roger Jackson | Original Music Composer |