| 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 (2024-12-22) |
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.
Synopsis
Two warring neighbours find they have to work together at Christmas to solve a neighbourhood crime.
Cast
- 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
The film is written by Laurence Rickard, Martha Howe-Douglas and Chris McCausland, who also had a starring role. It is directed by Tim Kirkby. Producers are Adnan Ahmed and Anil Gupta for Sky Studios.
The cast also includes Lee Mack, Sarah Alexander and Rebekah Staton.
Principal photography began in April 2024. Filming took place on a housing estate in Stapleford Abbots, Essex, with additional filming taking place at Sky Elstree Film Studios in Hertfordshire and Romford, East London. This production was filmed over three to four weeks, with much shot at night.
Broadcast
A trailer was released on 20 November 2024. The film was broadcast on Sky Max and streaming service NOW on 22 December 2024.
References
- 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.
- "Essex hitting TV screens this weekend as new festive Sky movie gets premier". Echo. December 20, 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
- Bad Tidings at IMDb