Prospects
We checked 8 streaming services in India on 04 Jun 2026 at 15:07 IST
About
Prospects is a British television comedy drama series that was written by Alan Janes and originally shown on Channel 4 in 1986. Created by Euston Films who had a pedigree of producing successful, gritty drama such as The Sweeney and Minder, it followed the exploits of two East End 'geezer' characters - Jimmy 'Pincy' Pince played by Gary Olsen and Billy played by Brian Bovell and their trials and tribulations of making a living in London's Isle of Dogs. Comprising 12 episodes Prospects - with a comic slant, dealt with many of the major issues affecting British society at the height of the "Thatcherite" '80's including unemployment, crime, poverty, regeneration, social change and racism. Prospects gained a cult following and ratings wise it performed well above expectation for Channel 4. At that time Channel Four received a large subsidy from the rival commercial network ITV in exchange for the right to sell airtime; this gave ITV a significant input into the management of the station. The success of Prospects and the fact that it was produced by a subsidiary of the ITV network's largest station Thames Television meant it was moved to a 9pm prime-time repeat slot on ITV in the Spring/Summer of 1987. This fuelled rumours that the network wanted to develop Prospects into a long-running comedy drama series. However despite seeing potential ITV declined the opportunity to develop it beyond the original first series.
Cast
Seasons
Episodes
Season 1
The p to s day
Whilst Pincey and Billy collect their giros, they plan their next get rich quick scheme. Pincey has the idea of a dating service based on astrology,the only problem is the only replies are from women, so Billy egged on by both Del and Pincey tries his hand at the boxing game but is soon out for the count!
Partners in brine
Pincey buys the new company car-a hearse! They swap a few dozen boxes of pickled olives in brine for dolls in national dress which they have trouble flogging at first. Pincey hooks up with a financial investor with dreams of transforming the dockland into a dolphinarium! There's also some fisticuffs which result in Billy being wrongly arrested by Halforth, the copper who is out to get him and Pincey.
Uncle Harry's system
Pincey thinks he's onto a sure winner with a betting system his Uncle Harry invented, but at the greyhound track things don't go as planned! Billy and Pincey also get into hot water with local villain Stretch when they are asked to look after,then deliver £500,which Pincey leaves behind in a chinese take-away.
Dirty weekend
Pincey and Billy find work on a building site and come across a racist bully and try and put one over on him. Billy is in training to become a boxer again, and he and his girlfriend Lucy plan a camping holiday ,but don't figure on Pincey and his new girl, Mona, tagging along without tent poles! Billy's quality time with Lucy is shattered when Pincey's tent collapses and they all bunk in together...
Rodent avengers
Pincey and Billy become pest control experts, and take the work of another rat-catcher who does his best to get his own back. At first things go really well, but then the binmen accidently pick up their bottles of whiskey promised to a dour Scots customer, and they realise they should've set traps for the rodents, as usual things start to go pear-shaped.
Standing on your own one foot
Pincey and Billy decide to leave the Isle Of Dogs and rent a flat on Roman Road, Bow, East London. The landlord is a religious nut, and the other tennants are a 'palmist' and a Jewish business man who is convinced the inland revenue are after him. Pincey and Billy soon come face to face with the local fascists, and after having their van wheels pinched by them, play a game of cat and mouse.
Subterranean pig sick blues
Pincey gets a job as a car park attendant, and discovers an underground tunnel that leads to what he thinks is the door to a high street bank. He tells Billy who warns him to steer clear, but the thought of getting rich quick gets the better of Pincey and he offers the job to local gangster, Stretch, who agrees to 'blow open' the bank door and let Pincey have 10%. Not surprisingly things don't go as planned.
Flying Tonight
Pincey is saving up for his own hot dog van,but in the meantime is working at 'The Happy Fryer' chip shop with George and Bess, who hate each other! When Bess walks out George falls apart, so Pincey ropes in Billy and Mona to run the chippy, and when George says he'll give anything to have Bess back, Pincey sees his chance and says he'll find her for £100! Pincey and Billy do find Bess and she agrees to see George, but when they arrive at the chippy George has gone mad and prepares to boil Bess in the fat! The police are called and everyone escapes and George is comitted to a mental hospital, but that ain't the end...
Where does Prospects rank today?
Prospects is #10000 on the CineFlixo Daily Streaming Charts today.
- Highest: #10000
- Top 10: 0 days
- Top 100: 0 days
Watch Prospects Online Free — All Episodes in HD
Looking for a place to watch Prospects online for free? You've landed on the right page. Prospects is a well-rated Inglés drama and comedy series from 1986 that you can stream right now on CineFlixo in high quality, no signup required.
About Prospects
Prospects is a British television comedy drama series that was written by Alan Janes and originally shown on Channel 4 in 1986. Created by Euston Films who had a pedigree of producing successful, gritty drama such as The Sweeney and Minder, it followed the exploits of two East End 'geezer' characters - Jimmy 'Pincy' Pince played by Gary Olsen and Billy played by Brian Bovell and their trials and tribulations of making a living in London's Isle of Dogs. Comprising 12 episodes Prospects - with a comic slant, dealt with many of the major issues affecting British society at the height of the "Thatcherite" '80's including unemployment, crime, poverty, regeneration, social change and racism. Prospects gained a cult following and ratings wise it performed well above expectation for Channel 4. At that time Channel Four received a large subsidy from the rival commercial network ITV in exchange for the right to sell airtime; this gave ITV a significant input into the management of the station. The success of Prospects and the fact that it was produced by a subsidiary of the ITV network's largest station Thames Television meant it was moved to a 9pm prime-time repeat slot on ITV in the Spring/Summer of 1987. This fuelled rumours that the network wanted to develop Prospects into a long-running comedy drama series. However despite seeing potential ITV declined the opportunity to develop it beyond the original first series. Across 1 season and 12 episodes, originally airing on Channel 4.
Prospects Cast and Characters
The cast features Gary Olsen and Brian Bovell. Their performances are a major reason Prospects has built such a passionate audience.
Where to Watch Prospects Online
CineFlixo lets you stream Prospects online free, instantly, in HD. There's nothing to install — open the page, hit play, done. Works perfectly on Jio, Airtel, Vi networks across India and on slow mobile data thanks to our adaptive video pipeline.
▶ Watch Prospects NowWhy People Are Watching Prospects
Prospects flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and sharp comedic timing that lands consistently. If you enjoy Inglés storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Prospects
Where can I watch Prospects online for free?
You can watch Prospects online free on CineFlixo. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How many episodes does Prospects have?
Prospects has 12 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on CineFlixo.
Is Prospects good? What's the rating?
Prospects holds a 7.0/10 rating based on 4 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Prospects?
The main cast includes Gary Olsen and Brian Bovell.
Is Prospects available in Inglés?
Yes — Prospects was originally produced in Inglés and that's the version you'll stream here on CineFlixo. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was Prospects released?
Prospects first aired in 1986.
Do I need an account to watch Prospects on CineFlixo?
No. CineFlixo is free and you can watch Prospects without creating an account. Sign-up is optional — only useful if you want a personal Watchlist or to comment on episodes.
Similar Series You Might Like
If you enjoyed Prospects, check out EastEnders, Keen Eddie, Empire Square, Gimme Gimme Gimme, and The Bill.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Prospects for free?
You can watch Prospects online for free on CineFlixo. All 12 episodes across 1 season are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.
How many seasons and episodes does Prospects have?
Prospects currently has 1 season and a total of 12 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on CineFlixo and continue watching from where you left off.
What is Prospects about?
Prospects is a British television comedy drama series that was written by Alan Janes and originally shown on Channel 4 in 1986. Created by Euston Films who had a pedigree of producing successful, gritty drama such as The Sweeney and Minder, it followed the exploits of two East End 'geezer' characters - Jimmy 'Pincy'… It belongs to the Drama, Comedy genres.
In which language is Prospects originally available?
Prospects was originally produced in English. On CineFlixo the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was Prospects first released?
Prospects first premiered on February 19, 1986 (1986). The series has since concluded its run.
💬 Comments0
Join the conversation
Share your thoughts, rate episodes, and connect with other fans
Hey everyone! 👋 Welcome to the discussion.
Feel free to share your thoughts about this series — what did you love, what surprised you, which episodes are your favorites? 🎬
Got ideas for what we should add to CineFlixo? Want to suggest a series? Drop it here! We read every comment ✨
Similar English Drama Shows
More English series like Prospects you may enjoy
Recommended for You
Based on this series
