Cruise of the Gods

Andy Van Allen, former hero of the cult 80s futuristic TV show Children of Castor, is now working as a hotel porter. When Andy receives an unusual offer - the Children of Castor fan club-organised cruise around the Greek islands, with him as the principal celebrity - a combination of Andy's cynicism, his fans' adoration, a misguided sexual encounter and an unexpected reunion with his more famous co-star, Nick Lee, ensure the paradise cruise is far from plain sailing.

Cast

Rob Brydon

as Andy Van Allen

Steve Coogan

as Nick Lee

David Walliams

as Jeff Monks

James Corden

as Russell

Philip Jackson

as Hugh Bispham

Niall Buggy

as Graham Ball

Helen Coker

as Jenny

Rachel Shelley

as Yasmina

Jack Jones

as Himself

Brian Conley

as Himself

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