The Piglet Files

The Piglet Files (1990-1992)

EndedScripted showComedy

A British comedy about an electronics expert who gets a job at MI5. His name is Peter Chapman - code name Piglet. Of course, he can never tell his wife what he really does for a living...

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Scheduleevery Sunday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E07With Friends Like TheseMai 10, 1992
S03E06Under New ManagementMai 3, 1992
S03E05The Plane TruthApr. 26, 1992
S03E04In Which We ServeApr. 19, 1992
S03E03Sex, Spies and VideotapeApr. 12, 1992
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did The Piglet Files premiere?

The first episode of The Piglet Files was aired on September 7, 1990.

Who played the lead role of Peter Chapman in the show?

Nicholas Lyndhurst played the role of Peter Chapman in The Piglet Files.

What was the premise of The Piglet Files?

The Piglet Files followed the life of a low-level British intelligence agent and his bumbling attempts to keep the country safe.

How many episodes of The Piglet Files were produced?

21 episodes of The Piglet Files were produced during the show's run.

In what country was The Piglet Files primarily filmed?

The Piglet Files was filmed primarily in the United Kingdom.

What was the name of the intelligence agency Peter Chapman worked for?

The intelligence agency Peter Chapman worked for in The Piglet Files was called MI5.

Who was the creator of The Piglet Files?

The Piglet Files was created by Brian Eastman.

What was the tone of The Piglet Files?

The Piglet Files was a comedy, with a satirical edge.

Who played the character of Sarah in the first season of The Piglet Files?

The character of Sarah was played by Caroline Quentin in the first season of The Piglet Files.

Who directed the final episode of The Piglet Files?

The final episode of The Piglet Files was directed by Nick Wood.

What was the name of the theme tune for The Piglet Files?

The theme tune for The Piglet Files was called Babble.

Was The Piglet Files broadcast internationally?

Yes, The Piglet Files was broadcast in other countries outside the United Kingdom.

Which character was played by Clive Francis in The Piglet Files?

Clive Francis played the role of the head of MI5, Colonel W. Butcher.

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