Press Gang

Press Gang (1989-1993)

EndedScripted showDrama, Comedy, Children

Press Gang was a teen programme that followed the trials and tribulations of a group of teens setting up and running a young people's newspaper "The Junior Gazette". Egos clash, professional and personal feelings collide and lots of one-liners and "crazy" situations made this every teenage-plus person's top of the list viewing. Shown as a prime time children's programme it was actually ahead of it's time socially. With mature and occasionally controversial storylines it shaped a lot of it's viewers minds those few precious years.

Network
Scheduleevery Friday (30 min)

Last Episode

There Are Crocodiles
Season 5Episode 630 min

There Are Crocodiles

Is it last day of The Junior Gazette? The gang recollect their thoughts and feelings as Lynda hands them all some sane advice, including Spike.
May 21, 1993

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S05E06There Are CrocodilesMay 21, 1993
S05E05WindfallMay 14, 1993
S05E04Food, Love and InsecurityMay 7, 1993
S05E03A Quarter to MidnightApr 30, 1993
S05E02Friendly FireApr 23, 1993
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Press Gang' premiere?

'Press Gang' premiered on January 16, 1989.

Who created 'Press Gang'?

'Press Gang' was created by Steven Moffat.

Who played the lead character, Lynda Day, in 'Press Gang'?

Julia Sawalha played the lead character, Lynda Day, in 'Press Gang'.

What is the premise of 'Press Gang'?

'Press Gang' is centered around a group of students who run a school newspaper.

Who played the character of Spike in 'Press Gang'?

Dexter Fletcher played the character of Spike in 'Press Gang'.

What is Lynda Day's role in the newspaper in 'Press Gang'?

Lynda Day is the editor of the school newspaper in 'Press Gang'.

Who played the character Colin Mathews in 'Press Gang'?

Paul Reynolds played the character Colin Mathews in 'Press Gang'.

What is the name of the school in 'Press Gang'?

The name of the school in 'Press Gang' is 'Junior Gazette'.

How many episodes of 'Press Gang' were made?

There were 43 episodes of 'Press Gang' made across 5 seasons.

What was 'Press Gang' known for?

'Press Gang' was known for its sharp writing, comedic moments, and tackling serious teenage issues.

Who played the character Kenny Phillips in 'Press Gang'?

Lee Ross played the character Kenny Phillips in 'Press Gang'.

Did 'Press Gang' win any awards?

Yes, 'Press Gang' won the BAFTA award for Best Children's Drama Series in 1991.

Who played the character Sarah Jackson in 'Press Gang'?

Lucy Benjamin played the character Sarah Jackson in 'Press Gang'.

Cast

Gabrielle Anwar

Gabrielle Anwar

plays Sam Black
Clive Wood

Clive Wood

plays Matt Kerr
Lee Ross

Lee Ross

plays Kenny Phillips
Dexter Fletcher

Dexter Fletcher

plays Spike Thomson
Julia Sawalha

Julia Sawalha

plays Lynda Day
Lucy Benjamin

Lucy Benjamin

plays Julie Craig
Charlie Creed-Miles

Charlie Creed-Miles

plays Danny McColl
Nick Stringer

Nick Stringer

plays Mr. Sullivan
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Characters

Sam Black

Sam Black

played by Gabrielle Anwar
Matt Kerr

Matt Kerr

played by Clive Wood
Kenny Phillips

Kenny Phillips

played by Lee Ross
Spike Thomson

Spike Thomson

played by Dexter Fletcher
Lynda Day

Lynda Day

played by Julia Sawalha
Julie Craig

Julie Craig

played by Lucy Benjamin
Danny McColl

Danny McColl

played by Charlie Creed-Miles
Mr. Sullivan

Mr. Sullivan

played by Nick Stringer
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