I Was a Rat

I Was a Rat is a UK children's drama series broadcast on BBC One in autumn 2001 based on the popular children's book I Was a Rat! or The Scarlet Slippers by Philip Pullman. It was aired in the Sunday tea-time slot which traditionally accommodates a children's drama series in the run-up to Christmas. The series was produced by Andy Rowley and starred Calum Worthy in the leading role, alongside Tom Conti and Brenda Fricker. It was adapted by Richard Carpenter, who won a BAFTA award for the work.

Full Cast of I Was a Rat

Tom Conti as Bob Jones

Tom Conti

Bob Jones

Tom Conti (born 22 November 1941) is a Scottish actor, theatre director and novelist.

Calum Worthy as Ratty

Calum Worthy

Ratty

Calum Worthy (born January 28, 1991) is a Canadian actor, writer, and producer, known for his roles as Dez on the...