Chance in a Million

Chance in a Million (1984-1986)

EndedScripted showComedy

For as long as he can remember, Tom Chance has had a life which lived up to his surname, from the coincidence that led to meeting his true love to his run-ins with the law for crimes he didn't commit (run-ins that eventually have the police sergeant ordering his men not to arrest Tom, no matter what the circumstances!). Tom Chance is a very likeable bloke to whom bizarre things which are a-million-to-one-chance for most people happen to Tom Chance as a matter of course. For example, his shy librarian girlfriend Alison Little becomes enmeshed in Tom's bizarre world when a series of strange "coincidences" lead to the pair being arrested for housebreaking while dressed only in underwear. Nothing is ever Tom's fault, of course, just the inevitable chain of coincidence that seems to follow him wherever he goes.

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Scheduleevery Monday at 20:30 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E06The WeddingDez. 1, 1986
S03E05Pre-Matrimonial TensionsNov. 24, 1986
S03E04The Once and Future ChanceNov. 17, 1986
S03E03The BlessingNov. 10, 1986
S03E02Guess Who's Not Coming To DinnerNov. 3, 1986
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Chance in a Million premiere?

Chance in a Million premiered on October 10, 1984.

Who played the role of Tom Chance in the show?

Simon Callow played the role of Tom Chance in the show.

Who collaborated with Andrew Norriss to create the show?

Andrew Marshall collaborated with Andrew Norriss to create the show.

What was the genre of the show?

The genre of the show was a comedy-drama.

What was Tom Chance's profession in the show?

Tom Chance was an eccentric teacher of deaf children in the show.

What was the running time of each episode?

The running time of each episode was approximately 30 minutes.

What was the production location for the show?

The show was produced in London, England.

Who directed most of the episodes of the show?

Richard Boden directed most of the episodes of the show.

Who played the role of Tom Chance's girlfriend, Alison, in the show?

Brenda Blethyn played the role of Tom Chance's girlfriend, Alison, in the show.

How did Tom Chance always manage to get into strange and bizarre situations?

Tom Chance always managed to get into strange and bizarre situations due to a seemingly endless chain of coincidences.

What was the name of Tom Chance's friend who was always skeptical of his stories?

The name of Tom Chance's friend who was always skeptical of his stories was Hugh.

How many episodes of Chance in a Million were produced?

Twenty-two episodes of Chance in a Million were produced.

What was the show's theme song?

The show's theme song was "It's A Mystery" by Toyah Willcox.

Did Chance in a Million win any awards?

Yes, Chance in a Million won a BAFTA award for Best Comedy Series in 1985.

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