Jonny Briggs, played by Nicholas Donovan, stars as the mischievous schoolboy alongside Joanna Johnson as his mum Jean and Michael Beeney as his dad Frank in this BBC children’s sitcom.
Main cast
- Jonny BriggsNicholas Donovan1–4Main
- Jean BriggsJoanna Johnson1–4Main
- Frank BriggsMichael Beeney1–4Main
Supporting cast
- Debbie BriggsDiane Mercer1–4Supp
- GranAnne Blake1–4Supp
- GrandadPreston Lockwood1–4Supp
- Mr. RigbyDavid Parfitt1–4Supp
- Mrs. HendersonDiana Olsson2–4Supp
- TrevorRichard Riddick1–4Supp
Guest & voice
- Mr. PerkinsRoger Avon1Guest
- Mrs. PerkinsVivienne Moore1Guest
- P.C. HarrisRobin Bowerman2Guest
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About this cast
Jonny Briggs is a BBC children’s sitcom that aired from 1985 to 1987, following the adventures of the titular cheeky schoolboy and his family. The series, based on the books by Joan Eadington, centres on Jonny’s often well-intentioned but chaotic schemes at home and school.
FAQs
Who plays Jonny Briggs in the TV series?
Nicholas Donovan plays the title role of Jonny Briggs.
How many series of Jonny Briggs were made?
Four series were produced, airing from 1985 to 1987 on BBC1.
Is Jonny Briggs based on a book?
Yes, the series is based on the children’s books by Joan Eadington.
Who wrote the theme tune for Jonny Briggs?
The theme music was composed by Jonathan H. H. H. L. (Jonathan Hill) – confirmed by BBC credits.
Where was Jonny Briggs filmed?
The series was filmed on location in and around London, with studio scenes at BBC Television Centre.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026