Tucker's Luck was a British television series made by the BBC between 1983 and 1985. The series is a spin-off from the school drama Grange Hill and capitalised on the popularity of one of the series' original characters — Peter "Tucker" Jenkins, played by Todd Carty. Tucker's Luck followed the exploits of Tucker and his friends, Alan Humphries and Tommy Watson, after they had left school and their attempts to find employment and cope out there in the "real world". Three series were made, with several former Grange Hill cast members reprising their roles for the spin-off, although the programme never came close to matching the popularity of Grange Hill. The third and final series saw the first appearances of Tucker's younger sister, eight-year old Rhona, and Tucker's elder brother Barry.
Cast: Todd Carty, George Armstrong, Paul McCarthy
9 episodes
- 1. SickTucker, Tommy and Alan, late of Grange Hill, sign on at the dole office. Tommy makes an enemy of local thug Passmore.CC30minMar 10, 1983
- 2. ArchitectTucker finally gets up the nerve to talk to Michelle while Tommy continues to court danger with Alison. Later, Tucker goes for an interview.CC30minMar 17, 1983
- 3. PaintAlan's dad offers the boys a job. Tommy is attacked by Passmore during the lunch break. The boys wait to get back at Passmore and get a surprise from Michelle.CC30minMar 24, 1983
- 4. All ChangeAllison takes Tucker to the news agency to look for a job. When they return they interrupt Tommy and Michelle. Tommy's sister suggests they get organized.CC30minMar 31, 1983
- 5. Bo DerekTommy believes Tucker should have a party to help Alan get his mind off of Suzi.CC30minApr 7, 1983
- 6. PaperIt's the morning after the party. The house is a disaster and there's an unknown guest. Can the boys clean the place up before Mrs. Jenkins gets home?CC30minApr 14, 1983
- 7. MotorcycleTucker's new motor bike causes nothing but problems - first with Tommy, then Mr. Humphries, and finally Passmore.CC30minApr 21, 1983
- 8. The BillMr. Humphries gets a new contract but he and Tucker can't see eye-to-eye on the wages. Tommy has a black eye after several encounters with Passmore.CC30minApr 28, 1983
- 9. BlackeyesTucker finds out why Allison has been avoiding him then he challenges Passmore.CC30minMay 5, 1983
Tucker's Luck
Tucker's Luck was a British television series made by the BBC between 1983 and 1985. The series is a spin-off from the school drama Grange Hill and capitalised on the popularity of one of the series' original characters — Peter "Tucker" Jenkins, played by Todd Carty. Tucker's Luck followed the exploits of Tucker and his friends, Alan Humphries and Tommy Watson, after they had left school and their attempts to find employment and cope out there in the "real world". Three series were made, with several former Grange Hill cast members reprising their roles for the spin-off, although the programme never came close to matching the popularity of Grange Hill. The third and final series saw the first appearances of Tucker's younger sister, eight-year old Rhona, and Tucker's elder brother Barry.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Phil Redmond
Maturity rating
Not yet rated.
