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The Crystal Cube

TV·1983·1 season, 1 episode·BBC Two·Comedy, Sci-Fi & Fantasy·Created by Hugh Laurie, Stephen Fry

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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).

Castfull cast & details

Stephen FryStephen FryDr. Adrian Cowlacey / Various RolesHugh LaurieHugh LaurieMax Belhaven / Various RolesEmma ThompsonEmma ThompsonJackie Meld / Various RolesRobbie ColtraneRobbie ColtraneMartin BealeyJohn SavidentJohn SavidentThe Bishop of Horley, The Very Reverend Previous LockhortArthur BostromArthur BostromGareth, Gamma 0001Roy HeatherRoy HeatherGareth's Father, Mr. 0001
Paul Shearer
Paul ShearerMike Liam

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  1. S01E01PilotJuly 7, 1983—7 July 1983

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