The Big One is a 1992 British comedy-drama television series starring Sandi Toksvig as Deddie Tobert and Mike McShane as James Howard. Seven episodes were broadcast on Channel 4 from 5 March to 16 April 1992. The series was written by Elly Brewer and Toksvig, and directed by John Henderson. Guest actors included Mel Martin, Jim Sweeney and Dexter Fletcher. The title theme was "I Close My Eyes and Count to Ten" by Dusty Springfield. The show is referenced negatively in Bottom Live by Ade Edmondson. External links Channel 4 original programming 1992 British television series debuts 1992 British television series endings 1990s British comedy-drama television series British comedy television shows Television series by Hat Trick Productions English-language television shows