As of July 2026, Top of the Pops Season 27 aired in 1990 with 52 episodes — streaming now on BBC iPlayer. Full episode guide and where to watch below.
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Top of the Pops Season 27

1990 52 Episodes Reality ⭐ 7/10

Top of the Pops Season 27 has become appointment viewing on for anyone who enjoys watching people under real pressure. The show says what it needs to say in a single season, no filler. 43 people have weighed in on TMDB, and the verdict leans heavily positive. Jackie Brambles anchors the format, but the whole cast makes it watchable. Put it on tonight and see for yourself.

Top of the Pops Season 27 arrived without much fanfare and built its audience the hard way — through word of mouth. Top of the Pops Season 27 understands that the format only works if the people in it feel real. Season 27 of Top of the Pops includes 52 episodes. It aired from January 1990 to December 1990. This season stars Jackie Brambles, Gary Davies and Mark Goodier. Jackie Brambles and Gary Davies lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was aired in 1990. The format has been replicated endlessly since Top of the Pops Season 27 first appeared, which is its own form of tribute. It knows exactly what it is, and does not try to be anything else.

If the format appeals to you at all, Top of the Pops Season 27 is one of the stronger examples of it. If you have run out of similar titles to watch, this is a strong next pick. It is a manageable watch, easy to fit into a single week. The casting and production never let it go stale. The kind of thing that disappears an evening without you noticing.

📡 Where to Watch Top of the Pops Season 27

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🎬 Top of the Pops Season 27 — Episode Guide

E1
January 4, 1990
1990-01-04
Gary Davies presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 4 January 1990 and featuring The Quireboys, Sonia and Latino Rave.
E2
January 11, 1990
1990-01-11
Simon Mayo presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 11 January 1990 and featuring Deacon Blue, New Kids on the Block and The Mission.
E3
January 18, 1990
1990-01-18
Nicky Campbell presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 18 January 1990 and featuring Halo James, The Quireboys and Martika.
E4
January 26, 1990
1990-01-26
Simon Mayo and Jakki Brambles present the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 26 January 1990 and featuring Phil Collins, Sinead O'Connor and Yell!
E5
February 2, 1990
1990-02-02
Bruno Brookes presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 2 February 1990 and featuring Sybil, Sinead O'Connor and The House of Love.
E6
February 8, 1990
1990-02-08
Gary Davies presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 8 February 1990 and featuring Phil Collins, The Beloved and Beats International.
E7
February 15, 1990
1990-02-15
Anthea Turner presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 15 February 1990 and featuring Sinead O'Connor, The Wedding Present and Black Box.
E8
February 22, 1990
1990-02-22
Mark Goodier presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 22 February 1990 and featuring Tina Turner, Beats International and Adam Ant.
E9
March 1, 1990
1990-03-01
Jakki Brambles presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 1 March 1990 and featuring Shakin Stevens, Electribe 101 and Michael Bolton.
E10
March 8, 1990
1990-03-08
Bruno Brookes presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 8 March 1990 and featuring Bros, Guru Josh and Marc Almond.
E11
March 15, 1990
1990-03-15
Simon Mayo presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 15 March 1990 and featuring Inspiral Carpets, Primal Scream and Candy Flip.
E12
March 22, 1990
1990-03-22
Gary Davies presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 22 March 1990 and featuring Orbital, Snap! and Big Fun.
E13
March 29, 1990
1990-03-29
Nicky Campbell presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 29 March 1990 and featuring Bizz Nizz, Candy Flip and Jam Tronik.
E14
April 5, 1990
1990-04-05
Anthea Turner presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 5 April 1990 and featuring Jason Donovan, They Might Be Giants and Happy Mondays.
E15
April 12, 1990
1990-04-12
Mark Goodier presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 12 April 1990 and featuring The Cure, Bizz Nizz and Jesus Jones.
E16
April 19, 1990
1990-04-19
Jakki Brambles presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 19 April 1990 and featuring Sonia, Faith No More and Adamski.
E17
April 26, 1990
1990-04-26
Bruno Brookes presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 26 April 1990 and featuring Tongue 'n' Cheek, Jesus Jones and Unique 3.
E18
May 3, 1990
1990-05-03
Simon Mayo presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 3 May 1990 and featuring Sinitta, Morrissey and BBG.
E19
May 10, 1990
1990-05-10
Gary Davies presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 10 May 1990 and featuring Kylie Minogue, Adamski and Beats International.
E20
May 18, 1990
1990-05-18
Nicky Campbell presents the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 18 May 1990 and featuring Hothouse Flowers, The Pasadenas and Paul Young.

🎭 Cast of Top of the Pops Season 27

Jackie Brambles
Jackie Brambles
Self - Presenter
Gary Davies
Gary Davies
Self- Host
Mark Goodier
Mark Goodier
Self - Host
Simon Mayo
Simon Mayo
Self - Host

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