| Runtime: | 30 minutes |
| Creator: | Lion Television |
| Country: | United Kingdom |
| Network: | BBC |
| Num Series: | 6 |
| Num Episodes: | 53 |
Paddington Green is a British television series, which explores the lives of a number of residents of Paddington, London.[1] It was created by Lion Television and was first shown on the BBC in late 1998/early 1999. It is an example of the fly on the wall and docusoap television format, with narration by Ross Kemp in the first three series, followed by Todd Carty in the latter three.
The following people regularly appear in the programme:
Harry has a wig-maker shop, and is also seen working on a revolutionary face cream in the basement of his shop.[2]
Jackie is a transsexual woman in her late twenties, seen working the streets of Sussex Gardens as a prostitute.[3] During the series she undertakes some surgery, and we also get a glimpse of her love of the piano (she later goes on to record her own CD). Jackie is also featured in a June 2000 one-off special called "Jackie's Story".
Claudia works for her father's scooter business, and is trying to embark on a singing career.[4]
Jason works as a locksmith, and is seemingly on call all day and night.
Danny is a bus conductor for London Transport.
Dave is a wheeler dealer. We see him in constant financial problems with his car park business. Later, he takes his hand at antique dealing.
Dominique and Lia are seeking fame and fortune at the Sylvia Young Theatre School. They are also featured in a January 1999 spin-off documentary 8.50 to Paddington Green.
Neil works as an estate agent.
Kelly is a teenage model, originally from Yorkshire. She is now established as an actress known for appearing in Casualty.[5]
Helen is a taxi driver.