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.

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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
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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.

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