Holden: 'My show is credit crunch comedy'

Amanda Holden has claimed that her new sitcom Big Top will be ideal for families struggling due to the credit crunch.

The comedy show sees the Britain's Got Talent judge in the role of ringmistress Lizzie, who takes charge of a circus when her father is sent to jail.

Speaking to Hot TV, Holden commented: "Big Top is very funny but it's touching, too. In this current climate who wants to watch a desperate family in their living room?

"They want escapism, colour and clowns - even if they're rubbish! It's credit crunch comedy. Don't go out and spend any money - settle down in front of the telly and watch us."

Discussing her character, she said: "Lizzie is the cog who keeps the circus wheels turning. She's a quick-witted character, but she's on a massive learning curve. She's never played a role in a circus before and she doesn't have any circus skills - she hates that."

Big Top begins tomorrow at 7.30pm on BBC One.