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Journey’s End, The White Carnation & more: Six Full-Cast BBC Radio Dramatisations

"A diverse selection of dramas by award-winning writer RC Sherriff Playwright and screenwriter RC Sherriff was best known for his anti-war classic Journey’s End, based on his own experiences of serving on the Western Front. He was a co-writer on several successful screenplays, including The Invisible Man and The Dam Busters, and was nominated for an Academy Award for his work on Goodbye, Mr Chips. Beginning with Journey’s End, this varied collection features six of his acclaimed plays, ranging from a ghost story to a tale of the last days of Roman Britain. Journey’s End – March, 1918. Fresh from school, 18-year-old officer Raleigh is posted to the besieged company of his old schoolfriend and hero Captain Stanhope. Hunkered down in a dugout on the British front line, he must face the reality of war and the tension and strain of life in the trenches. Journey’s End was first staged in 1928, starring Laurence Olivier, and the 2007 Broadway revival won the Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play. Martin Jarvis stars in this vintage radio production from 1970. The White Carnation – It’s Christmas Eve, 1951, and stockbroker John Greenwood and his wife are hosting their annual party. But as midnight strikes and he bids farewell to his guests, the door slams, locking him out of the house. Breaking back in, he finds that all the furniture has disappeared, and his wife has gone – and things are about to get even stranger… Starring Philip Voss, this supernatural comedy-drama tells the moving tale of a man given a second chance to do things differently. St Helena – In December 1815, the British imprisoned Napoleon on St Helena. Tracing the long slow decline of the caged tiger until his death in May 1821, Sheriff’s 1936 play, co-written with actress Jeanne de Casalis, is based on the diaries and accounts of those on the island at the time of the exiled Emperor’s captivity. Lee Montague stars as Napoleon in this 1972 historical drama. A Shred of Evidence – Richard Medway drinks a little too much at a rugby club reunion dinner, but still drives home afterwards. The next morning, he hears that a cyclist has been killed by a hit-and-run driver. Could he be responsible for the man’s death? Set in 1950s Surrey, this tense tale of guilt, blackmail and suspense stars Denys Hawthorne. Home at Seven – Bank clerk David Preston returns home at his usual time, only to discover he is actually 24 hours late. With no recollection of his missing day, he is stunned to find himself implicated in robbery and murder... A thrilling mystery starring the legendary Sir Ralph Richardson. The Long Sunset – The Roman Empire is crumbling, the occupation of Britain is at an end, the Legions are leaving – and the surviving Romans are alone and unprotected. This moving drama, starring Stephen Murray and Pauline Letts, follows the fate of one such Roman family, from their attempts to fight off the invading Saxons, to their final conversion to Christianity. Production credits Written by RC Sheriff Contents Journey’s End The White Carnation St Helena A Shred of Evidence Home at Seven The Long Sunset © 2026 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2026 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

R.C. Sherriff (Author), Derek Seaton, Douglas Blackwell, Full Cast, Garard Green, John Rowe, Kate Binchy, Kevin Brennan, Martin Jarvis, Peter Egan, Sam Dastor, Sheila Grant (Narrator)

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Our Family: The Edginton’s Wars: A Full-Cast BBC Radio Drama Trilogy

"Three semi-autobiographical plays by Victor Pemberton telling the story of one family across the 20th century Novelist and playwright Victor Pemberton was best known for scripting Doctor Who and working on Jim Henson’s Fraggle Rock. His many plays for BBC Radio included The Slide, Kill the Pharaoh. and this three-part family saga, a love story inspired by the lives of his own parents and starring Nerys Hughes, Nigel Anthony, Sheila Grant and Wendy Richard. The Trains Don’t Stop Here Any More – 1916. When 18-year-old Letty Edginton goes to work in a munitions factory, she meets and falls for Oliver Hobbs, a young man whose leg was severely wounded at the Somme. Despite their different backgrounds and her snobbish mother’s objections, they marry and set up home – but married life proves more challenging than Letty had expected. Don’t Talk to Me About Kids! – It’s 1939, and, like so many other Londoners, Letty and Ollie find themselves living through the horrors of another world war. As German bombs begin to fall on the city, their kids Eddie and Mick are evacuated to the countryside, and their eldest son Ron is called up to fight in the Royal Navy. But Letty is determined that whatever troubles and tragedies lie ahead, her family should survive and be reunited. Down by the Sea – 1963. Letty and Ollie have always dreamed of living by the sea and, having reached their sunset years, they’ve retired to a seaside bungalow bought for them by their children. After a long and happy marriage, they celebrate their Golden Wedding anniversary in the company of family and friends, but back at home, they must face the problems of old age alone... Production credits Written by Victor Pemberton Pianist: Mary Nash 1. The Trains Don’t Stop Here Any More Letty Edginton – Nerys Hughes Beatrice, her mother – Sheila Grant William, her father – Malcolm Hayes Oliver Hobbs – Nigel Anthony Violet – Wendy Richard Tom – Derek Seaton Frank O'Malley – Bill Monks Nicky/Bugle Boy – Adam Godley Bill Brooks – Kenneth Shanley Amy Lyall – Eve Karpf Mr Cotton – Eric Allan Mr Pearson/Gateman – Robert Trotter Directed by John Tydeman First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 8 July 1978 2. Don’t Talk to Me About Kids! Letty Hobbs – Nerys Hughes Oliver Hobbs – Nigel Anthony Beatrice – Sheila Grant Sam – Philip Sully Violet – Wendy Richard Ron/Malcolm/Train Guard – Jonathan Tafler Florrie – Eva Stuart Colonel Meecham – Laurence Payne Bill Brooks/Warden – Michael Tudor Barnes Tilly Brooks – Emily Richard Mother Superior – Julie Berry Mick – Rickey Coombes Eddie – Nicholas Delve Janey/Doreen – Zelah Clarke Directed by David Spenser First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 14 January 1989 3. Down by the Sea Letty Hobbs – Nerys Hughes Oliver Hobbs – Nigel Anthony Beatrice – Sheila Grant Mick – Spencer Banks Eddie – Sean Barrett Mary – Karen Archer Jonathan – Rory McNicholl Bill Brooks – Michael Tudor Barnes Tilly Brooks/District Nurse – Emily Richard Fred Golding – Norman Bird Gladys Golding/Alice – Joan Matheson Cypriot man/Newsreader – John Baddeley Cypriot woman – Julie Berry Reporter/Charlie – Kim Wall Doctor/Brian – Steven Harrold Guests at the Golden Wedding played by members of the cast Dance band: Les Brown Trio Directed by David Spenser First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 21 January 1989 © 2026 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2026 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Victor Pemberton (Author), Adam Godley, Bill Monks, Derek Seaton, Emily Richard, Eric Allan, Full Cast, Joan Matheson, John Baddeley, Julie Berry, Kim Wall, Michael Tudor Barnes, Nerys Hughes, Nigel Anthony, Norman Bird, Sean Barrett, Sheila Grant, Wendy Richard (Narrator)

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Men, Martians and Machines: A BBC Radio Sci-Fi Collection: 10 Full-Cast Dramas including Earthsearch

"A collection of full-cast sci-fi dramas from the late, great James Follett, introduced by Follett himself and featuring his bestselling series Earthsearch Novelist, playwright and screenwriter James Follett wrote over 25 novels, more than 50 radio dramas and numerous TV scripts, including several episodes of Blake’s 7. He was one of the most borrowed authors in UK libraries, and his works have been translated into over a dozen languages. This anthology includes his finest radio plays and series – including many that have never previously been available before. Framing the collection is the special BBC7 programme Men, Martians and Machines, in which Follett himself introduces us to several of his most popular pieces, providing fascinating behind-the-scenes back stories and tracing the origins of Earthsearch through the evolution of his radio work. Described by Follett as ‘probably the quirkiest thing I've ever written’, The Devil to Pay features a driver who crashes his car in the desert, and a camper who pulls him from the wreckage. Norman Rodway and Derek Seaton star in this short playlet with a wicked twist. In The Man Who Invented Yesterday, starring Alan Rowe, a scientist is delighted when his DNA experiments come to fruition. In The Destruction Factor, a corporation’s new plant strain mutation escapes the lab and causes havoc. Starring T P McKenna, Paul Copley, Rosalind Adams and Clifford Rose. Next up are Follett’s acclaimed space dramas Earthsearch and Earthsearch II, charting the adventures of the crew of the starship Challenger. Among the ensemble cast are Sean Arnold, Amanda Murray, Kathryn Hurlbutt and Haydn Wood. The Bionic Blob and its sequel The Bionic Blob and the Stolen Wavelengths tell the story of a ‘Thing’ from outer space who becomes the unlikely sidekick to a private eye on Earth. Sandra Dickinson and Ed Bishop star. The Doppelganger Machine, set in 1933 and starring Peter Pratt and Hector Ross, sees a plane flying Christmas mail from France to England landing at an unexpected airport – and decade. In The Twisted Image, a dead woman is found in the boot of a Rolls-Royce, but the clues don’t add up... Douglas Blackwell and Peter Wickham star in this futuristic whodunit. In the post-apocalyptic disaster thriller Ice, starring Sean Barrett, Carol Drinkwater and Anthony Hyde, a giant iceberg breaks away from the Antarctic and drifts inexorably towards New York. Can the US military avert disaster? NB: Due to the age of some of the recordings, the sound quality may vary © 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P) 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

James Follett (Author), Amanda Murray, Derek Seaton, Douglas Blackwell, Ed Bishop, Full Cast, Norman Rodway, Paul Copley, Sandra Dickinson, Sean Arnold, Sean Barrett, T.P. McKenna (Narrator)

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Death Speaks Another Language: A BBC Radio 4 Full-Cast Thriller

"David Valla stars in a gripping story of drugs, deception and betrayal set in 1960s London Transport yourself to London’s swinging sixties and the dark underbelly of the capital city in this immersive thriller that will have you hooked from the start. Find yourself trapped in the brutal world of drug dealers, vice and deception. This is an evocative and gripping listen with a full cast and stunning score. It’s the late 1960s and Nico Gachet is a young French student on the run in England. After making some terrible mistakes he must take drastic measures if he is to save his life and the lives of those he loves. Hoping to make amends for a terrible crime, Nico plans a dangerous liaison in the heart of the city. However, everywhere he turns the fearsome ‘Buller’ looms. Nico’s plans begin to fall apart and he must choose who he can trust. Can the young man pick his allies wisely and are they really who they say they are? Who is the sinister drug dealer Buller? And can Nico save himself and his friends? This atmospheric story is a perfect listen for fans of vintage thrillers such as Edward Boyd, Find the Lady and Paul Temple. Starring David Valla, who is known for his roles as Bill Warren in Crossroads and Eddie Syms in Coronation Street. Written by Peter Ling, the co-creator of Crossroads, whose writing credits include Doctor Who for television and radio adaptations of Sherlock Holmes and Gideon Fell. Cast and credits Written by Peter Ling Produced by Ronald Mason Nico Gachet - David Valla Karen Engstrom - Patricia Gallimore Mrs Benson - Hilda Kriseman Neil Benson - Derek Seaton Andrew Plessey - Geoffrey Wincott Miss Hathaway - Hilda Schroder Garage Mechanic/Ambulance Man - Roger Gale Vince McAfferty - Kerry Francis Coffee House Boss - John Gabriel Landlady - Diana Payan Syd Schumann - Leonard Fenton Indian Doctor/Inspector - Garard Green Ray Lockett - Alaric Cotter Detective - Michael Deacon Stall Keeper - Peter Maycock Suzanne Kaye - Cecile Chevreau Salesman - Ian Thompson Buller - Henry Stamper Receptionist - Frances Jeater Amanda - Margaret Wolfit Night Nurse - Kathleen Helme First Broadcast BBC Radio 2, 7 August 1969 ©2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Peter Ling (Author), David Valla, Derek Seaton, Full Cast, Geoffrey Wincott, Hilda Schroder, Patricia Gallimore, Roger Gale (Narrator)

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Journey's End: A BBC Radio 4 drama

"Journey's End is an unflinching vision of life in the tranches towards the end of the First World War. The play opens in a dugout in the trenches in France. Raleigh, a new 18-year-old officer fresh out of school, joins the besieged company of his friend and hero Stanhope. But when he arrives in the trenches, he finds Stanhope dramatically changed. This vintage BBC radio production from 1970 stars Martin Jarvis as Captain Stanhope. Bonus content: This BBC radio release includes The Man From Esher and his Theatre of War, a 30-minute documentary about R C Sherriff and the story behind Journey’s End. Journey's End was an instant stage success in 1928 (starring Laurence Olivier) and remains a remarkable anti-war classic, regularly revived in theatres. A film was released in February 2018, starring Sam Claflin (Hunger Games, Me Before You) as Stanhope and Asa Butterfield (Hugo) as Raleigh, along with Paul Bettany, Toby Jones and Tom Sturridge. Cast: Captain Stanhope...Martin Jarvis Osborne...Garard Green Raleigh...Derek Seaton Trotter...Kevin Brennan Hibbert/Private...Michael Harbour Colonel...Richard Hurndall Sergeant Major...John Bentley Mason...Malcolm Hayes Hardy...John Graham German soldier...Patrick Tull Adapted by Peter Watts. Produced by Christopher Venning."

R.C. Sherriff (Author), Derek Seaton, Full Cast, Garard Green, Martin Jarvis (Narrator)

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