The Magic Box (2012)
Overview
A special live broadcast on both BBC and UTV, hosted by Eamonn Holmes, celebrating the best of Northern Ireland television over the past 60 years and marking the occasion of digital switchover.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 1.314 |
Directed By
TOP CAST
Julian Simmons
Self - UTV Continuity announcer
Eamonn Holmes
Presenter
Peter Dickson
Self
Gloria Hunniford
Self
Gerry Kelly
Self
Patrick Kielty
Self
Peter Corry
Self - Performer
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