Boon

Boon (1986-1995)

EndedScripted showDrama, Comedy

Hi Ho Silver! Family favourite Michael Elphick stars as Ken Boon. Several years after being invalided out of the fire service, Boon joins forces with old workmate Harry Crawford (David Daker) to form a considerably unconventional private investigation service. Made by Central Independent Television for the ITV Network.

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Scheduleevery Tuesday (50 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S08E13Shot in the DarkDez. 1, 1992
S07E13Shot in the DarkDez. 1, 1992
S08E12Whispering GrassNov. 24, 1992
S07E12Whispering GrassNov. 24, 1992
S08E11BlackballedNov. 17, 1992
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Boon premiere?

Boon premiered on January 14, 1986.

Who played the titular character, Ken Boon?

Michael Elphick played the titular character, Ken Boon.

What was Ken Boon's profession in the show?

Ken Boon was a private investigator in the show.

Who was Ken Boon's sidekick in the show?

Rocky Cassidy, played by David Daker, was Ken Boon's sidekick in the show.

Which city did the show take place in?

The show took place in Birmingham, England

Who was the creator of the show Boon?

Boon was created by Jim Hill and Bill Stair

How many series of Boon were produced?

Boon had 7 series produced.

How many episodes did Boon have?

Boon had 106 episodes in total.

Who sang the show's theme song?

The show's theme song, "Hi Ho Silver" was sung by Jim Diamond.

Who played Ken Boon's girlfriend, Laura?

Joanna Lumley played Ken Boon's girlfriend, Laura.

Was Boon a popular TV show during its run?

Yes, Boon was a popular TV show during its run.

Was Boon aired outside of the United Kingdom?

Yes, Boon was aired in several countries including Australia, New Zealand, and the United States.

Did the show portray any social commentary or criticism in its stories?

Yes, some episodes of Boon included social commentary on issues such as homelessness, racism, and animal rights.

Did Boon receive any awards during its run?

Yes, Boon won the National Television Award for Most Popular Drama in 1987.

Was Boon known for its humor?

Yes, Boon was known for its humorous elements as well as its dramatic moments.

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