Big Break

Big Break (1991-2002)

EndedGame Show showComedy, Sports

Big Break is a British game show based around the game of snooker, it is presented by comedian Jim Davidson and former snooker player John Virgo. There are three contestants participating, each joined by a professional snooker player chosen at random. The contestant would answer the questions and the pro player would take care of the elements occurring on the snooker table.

Network
Scheduleevery Saturday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S14E06Episode 6Aug 10, 2002
S14E05Episode 5Jul 20, 2002
S14E04Episode 4Jul 13, 2002
S14E03Episode 3Jul 6, 2002
S14E02Episode 2Jun 29, 2002
View all episodesView all seasons

Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did "Big Break" first premiere?

"Big Break" premiered in 1991.

Who was the host of "Big Break"?

Jim Davidson was the original host of "Big Break".

Who composed the theme tune for "Big Break"?

The theme tune for "Big Break" was composed by Steve Wright.

What was the format of "Big Break"?

"Big Break" was a game show where contestants competed in snooker challenges to win prizes and potentially earn a spot in a professional snooker tournament.

How many contestants competed on each episode of "Big Break"?

"Big Break" typically featured three contestants per episode.

Who were the referees that appeared on "Big Break"?

John Virgo and Jim Meadowcroft were the referees that appeared on "Big Break".

What was the prize for winning an episode of "Big Break"?

The prize for winning an episode of "Big Break" was a luxury holiday.

Who were the professional snooker players that appeared as guests on "Big Break"?

Snooker players such as Steve Davis, Dennis Taylor, and Jimmy White appeared as guests on "Big Break".

How did the contestants qualify for a spot in the professional snooker tournament on "Big Break"?

The top two contestants from each season of "Big Break" were given the opportunity to qualify for a spot in a professional snooker tournament.

Who replaced Jim Davidson as the host of "Big Break"?

John Virgo replaced Jim Davidson as the host of "Big Break" from 1997 to 2002.

Did "Big Break" have a spin-off series?

Yes, "Big Break" had a spin-off series called "Big Break Revisited".

Who won the first series of "Big Break"?

The first series of "Big Break" was won by player Jim Meadowcroft.

Cast

View all cast

Characters

View all characters

Recently Updated Shows

Recently updated shows that might be of your interest.
MasterChef
Running

MasterChef

Three celebrated food experts put the latest group of contestants through a series of challenging elimination rounds and turn one home cook into a culinary master.

GenreFood
The 1% Club
Running

The 1% Club

The 1% Club is a unique, compelling and funny entertainment show that tests the nation's intelligence, based on a scientific survey. It's a chance to test how your brain works through a series of questions that all have a right answer but can also lead to a series of entertaining wrong answers along the way. Whether you're a contestant vying for the cash prize or a viewer playing with your friends and family on the app, answer enough questions correctly, and you could earn yourself a place in the 1% Club: an elite group of people who can honestly say they've outwitted 99% of the population.

Destination X
Running

Destination X

Destination X sees a group of contestants go on the road trip of a lifetime but they have no idea of their location. In order to win, they must figure out their mystery locations. Once they're on the blacked-out Destination X bus, the journey turns into a real-life game board, with challenges designed to offer clues as to their location, along with a few misdirects to keep them guessing.  

At the end of each episode, the contestant who places an X on a map furthest from the actual location packs their bags. The first participant to reach Destination X will be crowned the winner.

The Snake
Running

The Snake

The Snake will follow 15 people from various professions trying to manipulate their way to becoming that week's snake, who decides who stays and who leaves the show, through a series of challenges. Each week, the winner of each challenge earns control of ‘The Saving Ceremony', an elimination that is about who will save certain contestants with people making friends, faking friends, or sparking romantic connections with the winner taking home $100,000.

Crystal Lake
Upcoming

Crystal Lake

Prequel series to Friday the 13th, follows a doomed small town where camp counselors come to die.

GenreHorror