Series

The Front Line

198430m1 season

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Good to know

Creator: Alex Shearer
Release date: 1984-12-06
Runtime: 30m
Language: English
Seasons: 1
Episodes: 6
Network: BBC One
Status: Ended
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: BBC

About The Front Line

The Front Line is a 1984 web series in the Comedy genre, created by Alex Shearer, starring Paul Barber, Alan Igbon and Ronny Cush. It spans 1 season and 6 episodes, and originally aired on BBC One. Below you can see where to watch The Front Line in Switzerland — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

The Front Line was a BBC sitcom about two half-brothers of West Indian descent who shared a house, one brother, Malcolm, is a policeman, the other, Sheldon, is a dreadlocked Rastafarian. It was created by Alex Shearer, filmed in Bristol and Cardiff, and transmitted between 6 December 1984 and 17 January 1985. A pilot, On the Frontline, was broadcast in the 1970s. The theme tune was written and performed by Black Roots, and the opening credits features the band performing the song.

Seasons (1)

Season 16 eps · 1984

Cast

Paul Barber

Malcolm

Alan Igbon

Sheldon

Ronny Cush

Earl

Themes & keywords

rastafarianpolicemansitcomclash of culturesbrother brother relationship

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Front Line in Switzerland?+

The Front Line is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Switzerland. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Front Line on Netflix?+

The Front Line is not on Netflix in Switzerland right now.

How many seasons of The Front Line are there?+

The Front Line has 1 season and 6 episodes in total.

Who stars in The Front Line?+

The Front Line stars Paul Barber, Alan Igbon and Ronny Cush.

When did The Front Line come out?+

The Front Line is a 1984 web series created by Alex Shearer.

What genre is The Front Line?+

The Front Line is Comedy series.

Who created The Front Line?+

The Front Line was created by Alex Shearer.