Sort by Number of Votes - Most Rated Movies and TV Shows With Sammy Johnson

1. The Bill (1984–2010)

TV-14 | Crime, Drama

Police drama series following officers and detectives from Sun Hill Police Station in East London.

Stars: Graham Cole, Jeff Stewart, Trudie Goodwin, Simon Rouse

Votes: 4,110

2. Auf Wiedersehen, Pet (1983–2004)

60 min | Comedy, Drama

Seven British construction workers escape Britain's ever-growing dole queues and travel to Germany to work on a site in Düsseldorf. Follow their trials and tribulations of working away from home and away from the women they left behind.

Stars: Timothy Spall, Jimmy Nail, Tim Healy, Kevin Whately

Votes: 4,020

3. Casualty (1986– )

TV-PG | 50 min | Drama

The everyday lives of the people frequenting the frenetic Accident and Emergency department of Holby City Hospital.

Stars: Derek Thompson, Tony Marshall, Suzanne Packer, Ian Bleasdale

Votes: 3,694

4. Wycliffe (1993–1998)

TV-14 | 50 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

Set in Cornwall, Detective Superintendent Charles Wycliffe, who works along with his colleagues DI Doug Kersey and DI Lucy Lane, investigates murder cases with his trademark determination and clinical accuracy.

Stars: Jack Shepherd, Helen Masters, Jimmy Yuill, Tim Wylton

Votes: 1,096

5. Play for Today (1970–1984)

75 min | Comedy, Drama

A British television anthology drama series that aired on BBC1 between 1970 and 1984.

Stars: Alison Steadman, Nigel Hawthorne, Tony Caunter, David Daker

Votes: 392

6. Spender (1991–1993)

50 min | Action, Drama

Jimmy Nail plays Spender, a Northeast England police detective with marital problems.

Stars: Jimmy Nail, Sammy Johnson, Berwick Kaler, Denise Welch

Votes: 357

7. This Is Your Life (1955–2003)

30 min | Documentary, Biography

The UK version of the popular US show. Eamonn Andrews (later Michael Aspel) surprises celebrities by presenting them with the Big Red Book before taking them into the studio to tell viewers... See full summary »

Stars: Eamonn Andrews, Michael Aspel, Elizabeth Dawn, June Whitfield

Votes: 323

8. The Gambling Man (1995)

149 min | Drama

A rent collector in Victorian Tyneside tries to better himself. He finds navigating class prejudices and family obstacles difficult. Sometimes criminals oppose him. It seems he'll never ... See full summary »

Stars: Robson Green, Bernard Hill, Sylvestra Le Touzel, Anne Kent

Votes: 296

9. Crocodile Shoes (1994)

55 min | Drama

Jimmy Nail stars in the drama series about a Geordie factory worker who writes country songs and looks for his big break in the music industry.

Stars: Jimmy Nail, James Wilby, Sammy Johnson, Mike Elliot

Votes: 291

10. Sid the Sexist (1992 Video)

45 min | Animation, Comedy

Viz magazines 'Sid the Sexist' comes to life in this animated version of the exploits of 'Tyneside's silver tongued cavalier'.

Director: Tony Barnes | Stars: Sammy Johnson, Bob Mortimer, Simon Donald, Mike Milligan

Votes: 104

11. Crocodile Shoes II (1996– )

Drama

Jed Shepperd's struggles with his difficult second album is dealt a blow when his manager turns up dead.

Stars: Jimmy Nail, Robert Morgan, Elizabeth Carling, Sammy Johnson

Votes: 98

12. Auf Wiedersehen, Pet (1983–2004)
Episode: Hasta La Vista (1986)

51 min | Comedy, Drama

The lads are impatient to be off to Spain, but just as they reach the departure lounge, things begin to go wrong. Posing as tourists, they find themselves sharing a plane with the Spennymoor and District Senior Citizens Society.

Director: Anthony Garner | Stars: Gary Holton, Christopher Fairbank, Pat Roach, Jimmy Nail

Votes: 76

13. And a Nightingale Sang (1989 TV Movie)

95 min | Drama, Romance

Romance lifts a sister from a lively family in working-class Newcastle during World War II.

Director: Robert Knights | Stars: Phyllis Logan, Tom Watt, Joan Plowright, John Woodvine

Votes: 75

14. Wycliffe (1993–1998)
Episode: Scope (1998)

TV-14 | 60 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

Policeman Alan Trier is murdered and the abrasive Deputy Chief Constable Roth orders Wycliffe to avoid any scandal which would attract outside criticism in his investigation, given that ... See full summary »

Director: Alan Wareing | Stars: Shelagh McLeod, Michael Nardone, Clive Francis, Raymond Brody

Votes: 54

15. The Bill (1984–2010)
Episode: Full Contact (1994)

TV-14 | 25 min | Crime, Drama

PC Stamp and WPC Ackland intervene when two thieves fall out over their dream woman.

Director: David Yates | Stars: Trudie Goodwin, Graham Cole, Martin Marquez, Iain Fletcher

Votes: 39

16. In Fading Light (1990)

103 min | Drama

A feature drama set in the declining fishing industry in North Shields, the actors auditioned and trained by local fishermen and filmed on the 63 foot seine netter bought by Amber.

Director: Murray Martin | Stars: Joe Caffrey, Maureen Harold, Dave Hill, Brian Hogg

Votes: 26

17. Seacoal (1985)

82 min

A visually powerful drama exploring the raw capitalism of seacoaling, rooted in a documentary engagement with the community of seacoalers on Lynemouth Beach in Northumberland.

Directors: Amber Production Team, Murray Martin | Stars: Rosie Laidlaw, Brian Laidlaw, Alison Laidlaw, Helen Laidlaw

Votes: 20

18. Spender (1991–1993)
Episode: Christmas Special - The French Collection (1993)

95 min | Action, Drama

Spender is sent to France to escort Tommy Thornton who has been extradited to the UK.

Director: Matt Forrest | Stars: Jimmy Nail, Sammy Johnson, Peter Guinness, Tom Bell

Votes: 15

19. Lost in France (1998– )

15 min | Short, Adventure, Comedy

This brief series (12 episodes of 10 or 15 minutes each screened over a three week period) followed the adventures of a family pursuing the English football team around France during the World Cup.

Stars: Andrew Lee Potts, Jayne Ashbourne, Barbara Keogh, Gillian Taylforth

Votes: 12

20. Play for Today (1970–1984)
Episode: The Happy Hunting Ground (1976)

72 min | Comedy, Drama

The fish quay is a happy hunting ground for an ambitious young rogue like Bob, who has an eye on the boss's business - and all that goes with it.

Director: Brian Parker | Stars: Neil Phillips, Valerie Georgeson, Ronald Herdman, Alan Hockey

Votes: 12

21. Casualty (1986– )
Episode: Chain Reactions (1996)

TV-PG | Drama

Mike Barratt has returned; and we are introduced to new doctor Richard & nurse Gloria. Baz needs an emergency caesarean to deliver baby Louis. Future Casualty and Holby City top dog Jac ... See full summary »

Director: Roger Gartland | Stars: Derek Thompson, Clive Mantle, Sorcha Cusack, Julia Watson

Votes: 11

22. Crocodile Shoes (1994)
Episode: The Tape (1994)

Drama

Jed uses his spare time to write songs as he worries about losing his job, a London A&R man comes under fire for failing to find anything new, and an American music producer is asked for his opinion about a demo tape.

Director: David Richards | Stars: Jimmy Nail, Df118, James Wilby, Roy Pattison

Votes: 10

23. Spender (1991–1993)
Episode: Best Friends (1993)

Action, Drama

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Director: Ian Knox | Stars: Jimmy Nail, Sammy Johnson, Berwick Kaler, Peter Guinness

Votes: 9

24. Spender (1991–1993)
Episode: The Homecoming (1991)

Action, Drama

Undercover policeman spender comes back home to Newcastle after being transferred from London. His Boss Superintendent Yelland gets spender to investigate Raymond price who is a local well ... See full summary »

Director: Mary McMurray | Stars: Jimmy Nail, Paul Greenwood, Berwick Kaler, Sammy Johnson

Votes: 9

25. Crocodile Shoes (1994)
Episode: The End (1994)

Drama

Caroline visits Jed while he's filming the music video for his debut single, Alan Clarke asks questions about what went wrong out in Nashville, and Paul hears a familiar voice when the lads decide to celebrate in London.

Directors: Robert Knights, Jimmy Nail | Stars: Vincenzo Pellegrino, Jimmy Nail, James Wilby, Christopher Fairbank

Votes: 9

26. Crocodile Shoes (1994)
Episode: The Pitch (1994)

Drama

Ade has to race back to London to meet Jed after waking up in Brighton, a huge decision has to be made about moving away from Newcastle, and growing financial pressures mean that things need to get moving quickly.

Director: David Richards | Stars: James Wilby, Alex Kingston, Dorian Lough, John Lloyd Fillingham

Votes: 9

27. Spender (1991–1993)
Episode: The More Things Change (1993)

Action, Drama

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Director: Ian Knox | Stars: Jimmy Nail, Sammy Johnson, Berwick Kaler, Peter Guinness

Votes: 8

28. Crocodile Shoes (1994)
Episode: The Call (1994)

Drama

Ade's unhappy when a duet in America is put before finishing the album, DI Machin explains that the police need help with apprehending Snotter, and Carmel has a huge meltdown after her advances are rejected by Jed.

Directors: Robert Knights, Jimmy Nail | Stars: Jimmy Nail, Richard Strange, James Wilby, Ginny Holder

Votes: 8

29. Crocodile Shoes (1994)
Episode: The Trip (1994)

Drama

Emma can't hide her excitement when Jed and Ade fly off to the States, saving a drummer's life provides access to some quality musicians, and an invitation to the home of a country star is too good a chance to miss.

Director: David Richards | Stars: Melanie Hill, Jimmy Nail, James Wilby, Sammy Johnson

Votes: 8

30. Crocodile Shoes (1994)
Episode: The Truth (1994)

Drama

Jed flies straight back to the UK for the funeral despite Ade's best efforts, Emma has some explaining to do when she's caught with a strange fella, and a visit to a solicitor leads to a totally unexpected five-figure windfall.

Directors: Malcolm Mowbray, Jimmy Nail | Stars: Jimmy Nail, James Wilby, Amy Madigan, Burt Young

Votes: 8

31. Spender (1991–1993)
Episode: Fee (1992)

Action, Drama

A drug-addicted mama's actions illustrate the devastating effects on an addict's family. Spender shows his soft side in this case.

Stars: Jimmy Nail, Paul Stacey, Julie Graham, Nigel Terry

Votes: 7

32. The Gambling Man (1995)
Episode: Episode #1.1 (1995)

Drama

Rory is a small-stakes gambler and rent collector. He wants to get into a big stakes game despite being warned against it. His sweetheart, Janie, doesn't approve of his gambling. Jimmy, his brother, wants them to invest in a shipyard.

Director: Norman Stone | Stars: Robson Green, Margery Bone, Johnny Ceasar, Ian Cullen

Votes: 7

33. The Gambling Man (1995)
Episode: Episode #1.2 (1995)

Drama

While Rory convalesces, John George gets in trouble with the law. Miss Kean takes over for her ailing father. Janie heads to France, with her employers, with tragic consequences.

Director: Norman Stone | Stars: Robson Green, Margery Bone, Ian Cullen, Lyn Douglas

Votes: 7

34. The Gambling Man (1995)
Episode: Episode #1.3 (1995)

Drama

Rory's family disapprove of his relationship with Charlotte. A surprise appearance causes issues in Rory's marriage. As Mr. Nickle comes under pressure, the Pittie brothers make their move to destroy the Connors.

Director: Norman Stone | Stars: Robson Green, T.R. Bowen, Ian Cullen, Joe Ging

Votes: 7

35. Spender (1991–1993)
Episode: Puck (1993)

Action, Drama

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Director: Suri Krishnamma | Stars: Jimmy Nail, Sammy Johnson, Berwick Kaler, Peter Guinness

Votes: 6

36. Spender (1991–1993)
Episode: Retreat (1993)

Action, Drama

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Director: Ian Knox | Stars: Jimmy Nail, Sammy Johnson, Peter Guinness, Berwick Kaler

Votes: 6

37. Crocodile Shoes II (1996– )
Episode: Still I Dream (1996)

Drama

Emma insists that Pep has promised to get help with his anger problems, Wendy accepts an invitation to listen to a new song at the reception, and the lads persuade Jed to open a new centre for underprivileged children.

Director: Baz Taylor | Stars: Jimmy Nail, Melanie Hill, John Bowler, Glenn McCrory

Votes: 6

38. Spender (1991–1993)
Episode: Fly by Night (1992)

Action, Drama

Spender is appalled when a young woman is attacked to punish her boyfriend. He sets out to catch the perps.

Stars: Jimmy Nail, Sammy Johnson, Berwick Kaler, Peter Guinness

Votes: 5

39. Spender (1991–1993)
Episode: Half a Ton of Heartaches (1991)

Action, Drama

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Director: Roger Bamford | Stars: Jimmy Nail, Sammy Johnson, Stuart McGugan, Paul Greenwood

Votes: 5

40. Spender (1991–1993)
Episode: Here We Go Again (1992)

Action, Drama

'Stick' taxis 'Spud' Tate around after their release from prison, resulting in fire bombings. Spender is tasked with solving them.

Director: Alan Grint | Stars: Jimmy Nail, Sammy Johnson, Berwick Kaler, Peter Guinness

Votes: 5

41. King Leek (1997 TV Movie)

90 min | Comedy

A couple of elderly men compete to grown the biggest leek on the allotment

Directors: Sam Miller, Andy Harries | Stars: Tim Healy, Su Elliot, Christopher Connel, Adam Pearson

42. The Pied Piper by Adrian Mitchell (1986 Video)

Musical

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Directors: Adrian Mitchell, Alan Cohen | Stars: Nicola Blackman, Shaun Curry, John Darrell, Yvonne Gidden

43. Spender (1991–1993)
Episode: At the End of the Day (1992)

Action, Drama

While out with his daughter, Spender witnesses a ram raid. An elderly paper seller intervenes and is injured. Spender suffers from the guilt of doing nothing.

Director: Roger Bamford | Stars: Jimmy Nail, Sammy Johnson, Berwick Kaler, Denise Welch

44. Spender (1991–1993)
Episode: Bad Company (1993)

Action, Drama

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Director: Suri Krishnamma | Stars: Jimmy Nail, Peter Guinness, Berwick Kaler, Sammy Johnson

45. Spender (1991–1993)
Episode: Dance Girl Dance (1991)

Action, Drama

Teen girls think they are going overseas to dance, but Spender feels it's white slavery. Can he prove it?

Stars: Jimmy Nail, Elizabeth Heery, Mike Elliot, Paul Greenwood

46. Spender (1991–1993)
Episode: Double Jeopardy (1991)

Action, Drama

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Stars: Jimmy Nail, Frances Tomelty, Paul Greenwood, Berwick Kaler

47. Spender (1991–1993)
Episode: Family Business (1992)

Action, Drama

Spender's elderly aunt asks him to locate her son who's been missing 8 months. Spender learns about a criminal family rumored to have killed someone recently and sets out to see if it's his cousin.

Director: Ian Knox | Stars: Jimmy Nail, Sammy Johnson, Berwick Kaler, John Bowler

48. Spender (1991–1993)
Episode: Iced (1991)

Action, Drama

When Spender goes undercover to catch a big drug dealer, he discovers there's a new drug in town: ice (crystal meth).

Director: Roger Bamford | Stars: Jimmy Nail, Sammy Johnson, Julie Peasgood, Denise Welch

49. Spender (1991–1993)
Episode: Kid (1993)

Action, Drama

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Stars: Jimmy Nail, Sammy Johnson, Berwick Kaler, Peter Guinness

50. Spender (1991–1993)
Episode: The Candidate (1991)

Action, Drama

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Stars: Jimmy Nail, Amanda Redman, Paul Greenwood, Berwick Kaler