Professor Branestawm

Professor Branestawm (2014-2015)

EndedScripted showComedy, Adventure, Children

The comic adventures of an eccentric inventor, based on Norman Hunter's iconic children's books.

Network
Scheduleevery Thursday at 17:20 (60 min)

Last Episode

Harry Hill in Professor Branestawm Returns
Year 2015Episode 160 min

Harry Hill in Professor Branestawm Returns

When Lady Pagwell dies, leaving a substantial sum to fund local inventing, it could mean the end of Professor Branestawm's money troubles. But scheming local councillor Harold Haggerstone will stop at nothing to thwart Branestawm and insists that Pagwell holds an inventing competition to decide who gets the money.

Dec 24, 2015

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
2015-12-24Harry Hill in Professor Branestawm ReturnsDec 24, 2015
2014-12-24The Incredible Adventures of Professor BranestawmDec 24, 2014
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Professor Branestawm premiere?

Professor Branestawm premiered on December 24, 2014.

Who created the TV show Professor Branestawm?

The TV show Professor Branestawm was created by Charlie Higson and based on Norman Hunter's book series of the same name.

What is the genre of Professor Branestawm?

Professor Branestawm belongs to the comedy and family genres.

What is the story of Professor Branestawm?

Professor Branestawm follows the adventures of an eccentric inventor and his friends as he creates bizarre inventions and gets into trouble with the town mayor and his rival inventor.

Who played the titular character of Professor Branestawm?

Harry Hill played the titular character of Professor Branestawm.

Who played the town mayor in Professor Branestawm?

Ben Miller played the role of the town mayor in Professor Branestawm.

What is the setting of Professor Branestawm?

Professor Branestawm is set in the fictional seaside town of Great Pendle.

Who played Connie in Professor Branestawm?

Madeline Holliday played the role of Connie in Professor Branestawm.

Who directed the TV show Professor Branestawm?

Sandy Johnson directed the TV show Professor Branestawm.

How many episodes are there in the TV show Professor Branestawm?

There are a total of 2 episodes in the TV show Professor Branestawm.

Who played the character of Colonel Dedshott in Professor Branestawm?

David Mitchell played the character of Colonel Dedshott in Professor Branestawm.

What is the name of the rival inventor to Professor Branestawm in the TV show?

The name of the rival inventor to Professor Branestawm in the TV show is Professor Algebrain.

Cast

Vicki Pepperdine

Vicki Pepperdine

plays Mrs. Flittersnoop
Simon Day

Simon Day

plays Colonel Dedshott
David Mitchell

David Mitchell

plays Harold Haggerstone
Harry Hill

Harry Hill

plays Professor Branestawm
Charlie Higson

Charlie Higson

plays The Mayor
Madeline Holliday

Madeline Holliday

plays Connie
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Characters

Mrs. Flittersnoop

Mrs. Flittersnoop

played by Vicki Pepperdine
Colonel Dedshott

Colonel Dedshott

played by Simon Day
Harold Haggerstone

Harold Haggerstone

played by David Mitchell
Professor Branestawm

Professor Branestawm

played by Harry Hill
The Mayor

The Mayor

played by Charlie Higson
Connie

Connie

played by Madeline Holliday
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