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Jules Verne: A BBC Radio Drama Collection: Four Full-Cast Dramatisations

"Full-cast contemporary dramatisations of Jules Verne’s best-known work, plus insight into his life and work Often referred to as the father of science fiction, Victorian author Jules Verne is renowned for his fantastical adventures imagining extraordinary voyages to strange new horizons. Prolific and prophetic, he wrote over 50 novels and numerous short stories, in which he foretold the skyscraper, the submarine, space missions and even the Internet. Featured here are contemporary adaptations of four of his most famous tales, as well as a special episode of The Forum examining the long-lasting appeal of his work. These full-cast dramatisations feature a stellar line-up including Jim Broadbent, Leslie Phillips, Sagar Arya, Joel MacCormack, Stephen Critchlow, Gudmundur Thorvaldsson, Neil McCaul, Madeline Hatt, David Seddon, Yves Aubert, Nathan Osgood, Tayla Kovacevic-Ebong and Kerry Gooderson. Journey to the Centre of the Earth – Renowned professor Otto Lidenbrock and his nephew Axel decipher a mysterious cryptogram telling of a pathway to the earth’s core. Determined to find out if such a journey is possible, the intrepid explorers and their guide, Hans, venture into the heart of a dormant Icelandic volcano, where shocks, perils and amazing discoveries await. 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea – On the hunt for a terrifying sea monster that has been attacking ships, marine scientist Professor Aronnax and his stowaway daughter Connie join whaler Ned Land aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln. But what they find is no monster, it’s a submarine: the Nautilus, piloted by the mysterious Captain Nemo… Around the World in Eighty Days – Risking his fortune, eccentric gentleman Phileas Fogg makes a bet that he can circumnavigate the globe in 80 days. Accompanied by his new valet, Passepartout, he sets off on a headlong race – pursued by the energetic Sergeant Fix, who is convinced Fogg is the bank robber he’s seeking. With the clock ticking, can Phileas make it back to the Reform Club in time? The Mysterious Island – Escaping the American Civil War, military engineer Cyrus Smith, his freed slave Neb, and reporter Grace Spilett steal an observation balloon. Following a violent storm, it crashes near a seemingly deserted Pacific island: but the castaways soon realise that they are not alone… The Forum: 20,000 Leagues Under the Seas – Jules Verne’s classic novel is one of the most translated works in publishing history (and yes, the original French title does have the plural 'seas'). Talking to authors, academics and members of the Société Jules Verne, Rajan Datar finds out what makes this boys’ own adventure tale so popular. First published 1864 (Journey to the Centre of the Earth), 1870 (Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea), 1872 (Around the World in Eighty Days), 1874 (The Mysterious Island) © 2025 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2025 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Jules Verne (Author), Full Cast, Jim Broadbent, Joel MacCormack, Kerry Gooderson, Leslie Phillips, Madeline Hatt, Sagar Arya, Stephen Critchlow (Narrator)

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The Navy Lark: Series 1 and 2: The Classic BBC Radio Sitcom

"The first two series of the vintage seafaring comedy – plus Special The Wrens’ Reunion One of BBC Radio’s most popular and long-running sitcoms, The Navy Lark sailed the airwaves for an impressive 15 series between 1959 and 1977. Included here are the complete Series 1 and 2, featuring the madcap escapades of the merry crew of HMS Troutbridge, a Royal Navy frigate based on an unnamed island just off Portsmouth. Also featured is a special episode, The Wrens’ Reunion, recorded at the Royal Festival Hall to celebrate 21 years of the Women's Royal Naval Service. It’s laughs ahoy as we meet conniving Chief Petty Officer Jon Pertwee, silly-ass Sub-Lieutenant Leslie Phillips, put-upon Commander ‘Thunderguts’ Povey (Richard Caldicot) and the constantly bemused 'Number One' (Dennis Price in Series 1 and Stephen Murray in Series 2). Below decks Ronnie Barker is just about working his passage as (Un)Able Seaman 'Fatso' Johnson, while Tenniel Evans and Michael Bates are making mischief in a variety of roles – and keeping them all on their toes is Wren Heather Chasen. Superbly remastered and restored, these 43 classic shows are as hilarious as when they were first broadcast – so jump on deck and enjoy the maritime mirth, mayhem and misadventure! NB: Some of the language on this recording reflects the era in which it was first broadcast, and due to the age of the source material, the sound quality may vary Production credits Scripted by Lawrie Wyman Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston Starring: Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee, Dennis Price (Series 1), Stephen Murray (Series 2), Richard Caldicot, Michael Bates, Heather Chasen, Ronnie Barker and Tenniel Evans With Pamela Buck and June Tobin Remastered by Ted Kendall Thanks to Andrew Pixley Note: none of the episodes were originally given titles. The ones here have been adopted for easy reference and are in line with previous commercial releases For more information on the programme, contact: The Navy Lark Appreciation Society Honeysuckle Cottage Little Street Yoxford Suffolk IP7 3JQ Episode guide First broadcast on BBC Light Programme on the following dates: Series 1 The Missing Jeep 29 March 1959 Operation Fag End 5 April 1959 Number One’s Chair 12 April 1959 The Fairground Lights 19 April 1959 The Comfort Fund 26 April 1959 Stuck up the Inlet 3 May 1959 The Admiral’s Party 10 May 1959 The Hank of Heather 17 May 1959 The Multiple Mines 24 May 1959 The Gun Mechanism Test 31 May 1959 The Whittlesea Bay Yacht Regatta 7 June 1959 The Psychology Test 14 June 1959 A Watch on the Initiative Test 21 June 1959 An Exercise in Filming 28 June 1959 The Smuggling Spy 5 July 1959 The Whittlesea Carnival and Fête 12 July 1959 Series 2 New at the Helm 16 October 1959 Fatso's Box Brownie 23 October 1959 Bringing Back the Barge 30 October 1959 The Mock Action 6 November 1959 Going Dutch 13 November 1959 The Figurehead 20 November 1959 Gunboat to Gumba 27 November 1959 Johnson Finds Treasure 4 December 1959 The Charter Trip to Antarctica 11 December 1959 Cementing Relations 18 December 1959 Strike Up the Band 25 December 1959 The Route March 1 January 1960 A Trip up the Thames 15 January 1960 Radar Talk Down System 15 January 1960 A Crisp Romance 22 January 1960 The Lighthouse Lark 29 January 1960 Pertwee Posted to Portsmouth 5 February 1960 Johnson's Diet 12 February 1960 Tug of War 19 February 1960 Return to Potarneyland 26 February 1960 The Cross Country Run 4 March 1960 The Morning After 11 March 1960 The Admiral's Present 18 March 1960 Secret Mission to Calais 25 March 1960 Mr Murray Goes Sick 1 April 1960 The Potarneyland Fishing Limit 8 April 1960 Special: The Wrens’ Reunion Recorded 5 November 1960 © 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Laurie Wyman (Author), Dennis Price, Full Cast, Heather Chasen, Jon Pertwee, June Tobin, Leslie Phillips, Michael Bates, Pamela Buck, Richard Caldicot, Ronnie Barker, Stephen Murray, Tenniel Evans (Narrator)

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The Navy Lark: Series 3, 4 and 5: The Classic BBC Radio Sitcom, Plus Episodes From The TV Lark

"The third, fourth and fifth series of the nautical comedy, plus Christmas Special and The TV Lark The Navy Lark gang are back for more seafaring shenanigans… Collected here are the complete Series 3, 4 and 5 of the much-loved show, including the long-lost episode ‘The Cornish Exercise’. Also featured is the Christmas Special ‘Calling the Antarctic’. Plus, Troutbridge’s crew drop anchor at a television studio in all nine existing episodes of spin-off series The TV Lark. NB: Some of the language on this recording reflects the era in which it was first broadcast, and due to the age of the source material, the sound quality may vary. Production credits Scripted by Lawrie Wyman Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston Starring: Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee, Stephen Murray, Richard Caldicot, Michael Bates, Heather Chasen, Ronnie Barker, Tenniel Evans, Judy Cornwell, Janet Brown and Robin Boyle With Richard Murdoch, Wilfrid Hyde-White, Ted Ray, Kenneth Horne, Betty Marsden, Kenneth Williams, June Tobin, Lawrie Wyman and Dennis Price Remastered by Ted Kendall Thanks to Andrew Pixley Note: none of the episodes were originally given titles. The ones here have been adopted for easy reference and are in line with previous commercial releases For more information on the programme, contact: The Navy Lark Appreciation Society Honeysuckle Cottage Little Street Yoxford Suffolk IP7 3JQ Series 3 (2 Nov 1960 to 15 Mar 1961) In Portsmouth for a Re-Fit Refitting Ebeneezer Pertwee Sea Trials of the Poppadom Mutiny Aboard Troutbridge The Exploding Biscuits Sir Willoughby Takes Over the Island Mount Rumpus Atoll The 50th Show: Mr Murray's Houseboat Johnson's Birthday Povey's Unexpected Leave, also known as Povey’s Enforced Leave Families' Day Falmouth Ghost Ship Onabushkan Flu The Efficiency Expert The Floggle Grummit Missile The Hitch-Hiking Counterfeiter Commodore Goldstein Mr Phillips Has Navigation Tuition CPO Pertwee and the Laundry The Surprise Wedding Series 4 (15 Sep 1961 to 9 Mar 1962) Returning from Leave Captain Povey's Spy The Secret of Nessie's Youth The Northampton Hunt Ball Hijacked! Admiral Troutbridge Relatives and Reservations Humgrummits on the High Seas Are Captain and Mrs Povey Married? Cine Cameras at Sea The Citizen Adjustment Course A Hole Lieutenant Spy Catching in Casablanca Mount Pot Erupts Captain Povey's Shop Leading Seaman Goldstein's Party The Invitation The Cornish Exercise A Strange Hobby Mr Phillips Get Engaged The Sinking of the Bubble Car Long Jonathan Pertwee The Admiral's Accident Report Over the Sea to Rosyth The Return of Sir Frederick Flatley The Ship's Concert Christmas Special (25 Dec 1962) Calling the Antarctic The TV Lark (25 Jan 1963 to 29 Mar 1963) Opening Night The Prestige Show Z Ambulances House of Commons Back to Portsmouth On Safari Ship Ahoy! The Potarneyland Election Back in the Navy Series 5 (5 Apr 1962 to 10 May 1963) First Day out of Dock The New Barmaid A Deliberate Bashing Whittlesea Regatta HMS Troutbridge Gets a Rocket The Ghost Ship © 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Laurie Wyman (Author), Full Cast, Heather Chasen, Janet Brown, Jon Pertwee, June Tobin, Laurie Wyman, Leslie Phillips, Michael Bates, Richard Caldicot, Robin Boyle, Ronnie Barker, Stephen Murray, Tenniel Evans (Narrator)

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The Navy Lark: Series 6 and 7: The Classic BBC Radio Sitcom

"The sixth and seventh series of the much-loved comedy, plus the 1965 Christmas Special All aboard HMS Troutbridge for maritime mishaps and merriment, as the crew return from eventful leave and sail into more trouble. This collection contains the complete Series Six and Seven of the long-running sitcom, in which Pertwee becomes embroiled in various money-making schemes, Povey has a few domestic difficulties, 'Fatso' Johnson's literary and culinary efforts cause havoc - and there's romantic rivalry between Mr Phillips and Mr Murray for Wren Chasen's affections... Also included is a short festive episode 'Hitting the Ice Floe', aired on Christmas Day 1965 as part of an Overseas Service Broadcast to the British Antartic Survey Teams. Jon Pertwee, Leslie Phillips and Stephen Murray star in these 33 laugh-out-loud episodes, alongside regulars Ronnie Barker, Richard Caldicot, Michael Bates, Tenniel Evans and Heather Chasen, and guest stars including Amanda Murray, Jan Waters and writer Lawrie Wyman. NB: Some of the language on this recording reflects the era in which it was first broadcast, and due to the age of the source material, the sound quality may vary Production credits Scripted by Lawrie Wyman Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston Starring: Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee, Stephen Murray, Richard Caldicot, Michael Bates, Heather Chasen, Ronnie Barker and Tenniel Evans With Lawrie Wyman (uncredited), Amanda Murray and Jan Waters Remastered by Ted Kendall Thanks to Keith Wickham Note: none of the episodes were originally given titles. The ones here have been adopted for easy reference and are in line with previous commercial releases For more information on the programme, contact: The Navy Lark Appreciation Society Honeysuckle Cottage Little Street Yoxford Suffolk IP7 3JQ Episode guide First broadcast on BBC Light Programme on the following dates: Series 6 Wren Chasen Returns 27 September 1963 On the Carpet 4 October 1963 The Bungalese Spies 11 October 1963 Troutbridge's Party 18 October 1963 Rescuing Admirals 25 October 1963 Demise of the Depth Charges 1 November 1963 The Struggle for Promotion 8 November 1963 Navigation by Computer 15 November 1963 Stormy Weather 22 November 1963 Chasing the Kepeac 29 November 1963 The Submerged Island 6 December 1963 The Sicilian Secret Agent 13 December 1963 Germany's Troutbridge 20 December 1963 Confirming Povey's Rank 27 December 1963 The Calais Dock Strike 3 January 1964 Johnson's Memoirs 10 January 1964 The Emperor of Tratvia 17 January 1964 Open Day 24 January 1964 Stuck on a Sandbank 31 January 1964 Series 7 Taking Some Liberties 11 July 1965 Smugglers in the Solent 18 July 1965 Mr Murray is Victimised 25 July 1965 The Poveys Move House 1 August 1965 Captain Povey Reports Sick 8 August 1965 Admiral Pertwee's Fleet 15 August 1965 Let Loose with a Chopper 22 August 1965 Making a Right Pig's Breakfast 29 August 1965 The Mysterious Pudding Mine 5 September 1965 The Hovercraft Training Course 12 September 1965 Sabotaged Floggle-Toggle Box 19 September 1965 The Potarneyland Training Exercise 26 September 1965 Going on Leave to Croydon 3 October 1965 Christmas Special Hitting the Ice Floe 25 December 1965 © 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd."

Laurie Wyman (Author), Full Cast, Heather Chasen, Jon Pertwee, Leslie Phillips, Michael Bates, Richard Caldicot, Ronnie Barker, Stephen Murray, Tenniel Evans (Narrator)

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The Navy Lark: Series 8 and 9: The Classic BBC Radio Sitcom

"The eighth and ninth series of the vintage comedy about life aboard a Royal Navy frigate There's more fun on the ocean waves in these 33 hilarious episodes, as the hapless Captain Povey and his reluctant subordinates are caught up in more comic capers. Contained here are the complete Series Eight and Nine of the popular show, which sees Murray courting Heather, Phillips pursuing the new Wren and Pertwee planning some special commemorative gifts for Troutbridge's 25th anniversary. Plus, the crew embark on a top secret mission, participate in a joint forces exercise and prepare to take two VIPs from The Embassy Lark to Tratvia for a trade festival. All at sea in the Senior Service are Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee, Stephen Murray and a supporting cast including Ronnie Barker, Tenniel Evans. Richard Caldicot, Michael Bates and Heather Chasen. Among the guest stars are Derek Francis, Frank Thornton and Amanda Murray. NB: Some of the language on this recording reflects the era in which it was first broadcast, and due to the age of the source material, the sound quality may vary Production credits Scripted by Lawrie Wyman Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston Starring: Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee, Stephen Murray, Richard Caldicot, Michael Bates, Heather Chasen, Ronnie Barker and Tenniel Evans With Derek Francis, Frank Thornton and Amanda Murray Remastered by Ted Kendall Thanks to Keith Wickham Note: none of the episodes were originally given titles. The ones here have been adopted for easy reference and are in line with previous commercial releases For more information on the programme, contact: The Navy Lark Appreciation Society Honeysuckle Cottage Little Street Yoxford Suffolk IP7 3JQ Episode guide First broadcast on BBC Light Programme on the following dates: Series 8 Where is Troutbridge? 4 September 1966 The Float a Peddle Fiddle 11 September 1966 A Sticky Business 18 September 1966 Buoys Will Be Buoys 25 September 1966 Steamship Day 2 October 1966 Farewell to HMS Varsity 9 October 1966 The Army Lark 16 October 1966 Just the Ticket 23 October 1966 Mr Phillips' Promotion 30 October 1966 Pertwee and the Tratvian Beer 6 November 1966 The PM Papa 13 November 1966 Getting Rid of Pertwee 20 November 1966 Off to Sea at Last 27 November 1966 Series 9 Back from the Antarctic 2 July 1967 Fishing off the Faroes 9 July 1967 A Filthy Ferryboat 16 July 1967 Jigsaws and Jemmies 23 July 1967 The Naval Review 30 July 1967 The Curious Caravan Case 6 August 1967 Frenchmen in J.41 13 August 1967 The Police Drop In 20 August 1967 Mr Murray's Endurance Course 27 August 1967 Women in the Wardroom 27 August 1967 Troutbridge's Silver Jubilee Party 10 September 1967 CECIL the Navigation Computer 17 September 1967 A Russian Rendezvous 24 September 1967 The Bugged and Burgled Beer 1 October 1967 Picking up the Poppadom 8 October 1967 Cuthbert Joins the Navy 15 October 1967 The Flying Machine 22 October 1967 When Sub Lt Phillips was at Dartmouth 29 October 1967 A Fishy Business 5 November 1967 Troutbridge in Quarantine 12 November 1967 © 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd."

Laurie Wyman (Author), Full Cast, Heather Chasen, Jon Pertwee, Leslie Phillips, Michael Bates, Richard Caldicot, Ronnie Barker, Stephen Murray, Tenniel Evans (Narrator)

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The Navy Lark: Series 10 and 11: The Classic BBC Radio Sitcom

"The tenth and eleventh series of the side-splitting Senior Service spoof Left hand down a bit! The clueless crew of HMS Troutbridge have returned to port after months at sea, and are soon getting into more hilarious scrapes... Included here are the complete Series Ten and Eleven of the fondly-remembered show, remastered and restored for your listening pleasure. In these 34 vintage episodes, Troutbridge is assigned a new Captain, the seasick Commander Trotter; Povey prepares for a visit from Prime Minister Harold Wilson; the ship is hijacked by Forbodian spies; and Murray is promoted - and gets hitched to the Admiral's daughter... With a starring cast of Stephen Murray, Leslie Phillips and Jon Pertwee, ably supported by Richard Caldicot, Heather Chasen, Tenniel Evans and Michael Bates, The Navy Lark remains buoyant after all these years. NB: Some of the language on this recording reflects the era in which it was first broadcast, and due to the age of the source material, the sound quality may vary Production credits Scripted by Lawrie Wyman Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston Starring: Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee, Stephen Murray, Richard Caldicot, Michael Bates, Heather Chasen and Tenniel Evans With Lawrie Wyman, Nigel Graham, Alan Reeve-Jones, Amanda Murray, Elizabeth Morgan and Frank Thornton Remastered by Ted Kendall Thanks to Keith Wickham Note: none of the episodes were originally given titles. The ones here have been adopted for easy reference and are in line with previous commercial releases For more information on the programme, contact: The Navy Lark Appreciation Society Honeysuckle Cottage Little Street Yoxford Suffolk IP7 3JQ Episode guide First broadcast on BBC Radio 2 on the following dates: Series 10 Troutbridge Electrifies Portsmouth 13 October 1968 The Redundancy Drive 20 October 1968 The Smugglers Return 27 October 1968 Commander Trotter Takes Charge 3 November 1968 The Anti-Submarine Missile 10 November 1968 Sub-Conductor Phillips 17 November 1968 The South Kawowan Summit 24 November 1968 Pertwee's Enlistment Expires 1 December 1968 Captain Povey Takes Over 8 December 1968 Sir Willoughby Goes to Kawowa 15 December 1968 The Padre's Birthday 22 December 1968 The Portsmouth Kiosk 29 December 1968 The Radio Beacon 5 January 1969 Mr Phillips' Wrong Uniform 12 January 1969 Harold Wilson Reviews the Fleet 19 January 1969 The Relief of the Weather Ship 26 January 1969 Bunging Up 2 February 1969 The Brick Smugglers 9 February 1969 Series 11 Commander Murray and the Squatters 28 December 1969 What is the SSE? 4 January 1970 Pertwee Climbs Up the Promotion Ladder 11 January 1970 Stranded 18 January 1970 Sir Willoughby's Party 25 January 1970 The Fleet Initiative Test 1 February 1970 CPO Pertwee's Long Service Medal 8 February 1970 The Phenomenal Pertwee Tug 15 February 1970 The Security Clampdown 22 February 1970 The Anniversary and the Washing 1 March 1970 The Forbodians Hijack Troutbridge 8 March 1970 Number One Gets Married 15 March 1970 The Honeymooners Return 22 March 1970 CPO Pertwee and the Lead Half Crowns 29 March 1970 Sub Lt Phillips to Leave for Dartmouth 5 April 1970 The Mark 31 Radar 12 April 1970 © 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd."

Laurie Wyman (Author), Full Cast, Heather Chasen, Jon Pertwee, Leslie Phillips, Michael Bates, Richard Caldicot, Stephen Murray, Tenniel Evans (Narrator)

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The Navy Lark: Series 12 and 13: The Classic BBC Radio Sitcom

"The twelfth and thirteenth series of the long-running nautical comedy, plus bonus documentary Radio Lives: Jon Pertwee Everybody down! Prepare for more navigational blunders and maritime misadventures as radio's favourite frigate puts to sea once more. Collected here are the complete Series Twelve and Thirteen of the much loved show - including the 200th episode, 'Sir Willoughby at Shanghai', in which Troutbridge takes the Governor and his wife on a trip to China - only to find itself under attack... Plus, Lieutenant-Commander Murray and his wife Rita celebrate their first anniversary and move out to married quarters, the crew lock horns with evil, world-dominating Oriental mastermind the Master, and Sub-Lieutenant Phillips is up for promotion: but will his Lord Nelson fantasy help or hinder? Stephen Murray, Leslie Phillips and Jon Pertwee star in these 23 hilarious episodes, with a supporting cast including Richard Caldicot, Heather Chasen, Tenniel Evans and Michael Bates, and guest stars including Norma Ronald, June Whitfield and Elizabeth Morgan. Also included is a special episode of Radio Lives, looking back at the life and career of Doctor Who, Worzel Gummidge and The Navy Lark star Jon Pertwee. NB: Some of the language on this recording reflects the era in which it was first broadcast, and due to the age of the source material, the sound quality may vary Production credits Scripted by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston Starring: Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee, Stephen Murray, Richard Caldicot, Michael Bates, Heather Chasen and Tenniel Evans With Lawrie Wyman, Norma Ronald, June Whitfield, Elizabeth Morgan Remastered by Ted Kendall Thanks to Keith Wickham Note: none of the episodes were originally given titles. The ones here have been adopted for easy reference and are in line with previous commercial releases For more information on the programme, contact: The Navy Lark Appreciation Society Honeysuckle Cottage Little Street Yoxford Suffolk IP7 3JQ Episode guide First broadcast on BBC Radio 2 on the following dates: Series 12 The Put-A-Horse-Out-To-Graze Fund 16 May 1971 Impressions For Survival 23 May 1971 The Beard-Growing Race 30 May 1971 The Mysterious Radio Signals 6 June 1971 Operation Recovery 13 June 1971 The Slogan Contest 20 June 1971 Sir Willoughby At Shanghai 27 June 1971 Operation Cowes Barge 4 July 1971 Number One's Anniversary 11 July 1971 The Loch Ness Monster 18 July 1971 Series 13 The TV Documentary 26 March 1972 The POW Escape Exercise 2 April 1972 Number One's Married Quarters 9 April 1972 The Newhaven-Dieppe Smuggling Run 16 April 1972 The Bumble Spit Lighthouse Affair 23 April 1972 The Tonipouhaha Treasure 30 April 1972 The USA Navigator Swap 7 May 1972 Son Of A Sea Lord 14 May 1972 Hypnotising Ramona 21 May 1972 The Master Of Sardinia 28 May 1972 Opportunity Knockers 4 June 1972 Friday The 13th 11 June 1972 The New NAAFI 18 June 1972 Radio Lives: Jon Pertwee first broadcast BBC Radio 4, 31 October 1996 © 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd."

Laurie Wyman (Author), Full Cast, Heather Chasen, Jon Pertwee, Leslie Phillips, Michael Bates, Richard Caldicot, Stephen Murray, Tenniel Evans (Narrator)

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The Navy Lark: Series 14 and 15: The Classic BBC Radio Sitcom

"The final two series of the fondly remembered comedy - plus the Silver Jubilee Special and the 2008 reunion show It's all aboard for more entertaining escapades, as the classic comedy sets sail for its last two series. Included here are all 24 episodes from Series Fourteen and Fifteen, starring Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray. In these hilarious shows, HMS Troutbridge joins a flotilla travelling round the world on a Navy goodwill mission - but en route, the crew are ensnared in the revolutionary plans of El Godmother and the Raffia, and come up against The Master and his female associate The Mistress. They also have an explosive encounter with a talpinium shell, attempt to get to grips with NANA, and form their own lobby group, An Officer and a Gentleman's Liberation Movement... Also included is 1977's The Jubilee Navy Lark and The Reunion, in which presenter Sue McGregor interviews some of the stars of the seafaring show, including June Whitfield, Leslie Phillips, George Evans, Heather Chasen and Tenniel Evans. NB: Some of the language on this recording reflects the era in which it was first broadcast, and due to the age of the source material, the sound quality may vary Production credits Scripted by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston Starring: Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee, Stephen Murray, Richard Caldicot, Michael Bates, Heather Chasen and Tenniel Evans With Miriam Margolyes, Chic Murray, Elizabeth Morgan, June Whitfield, Gretta Gouriet, April Walker, Pete Murray Remastered by Ted Kendall Thanks to Keith Wickham Note: none of the episodes were originally given titles. The ones here have been adopted for easy reference and are in line with previous commercial releases For more information on the programme, contact: The Navy Lark Appreciation Society Honeysuckle Cottage Little Street Yoxford Suffolk IP7 3JQ Episode guide First broadcast on BBC Radio 2 on the following dates: Series 14 The Montezula Revolution 29 July 1973 The Island Swordfish 5 August 1973 Bunged in the Battle 12 August 1973 Kangaroo Polka 19 August 1973 The Digital Isles Go Unstable 26 August 1973 Egbert Hitches a Ride 2 September 1973 Povey - An Admiral at Last 9 September 1973 The Bergholm Horse Trials 16 September 1973 Captain Povey's Wig 23 September 1973 The Brain Pill 30 September 1973 Operation Showcase 7 October 1973 CPO Pertwee - Yachtmonger 14 October 1973 The Talpinium Shell 21 October 1973 Series 15 Sequel to The Talpinium Shell 9 November 1975 NANA 16 November 1975 Helen, The New Wren 23 November 1975 Relief for Station 150 30 November 1975 Black is Beautiful 7 December 1975 Sidney and the Stamp 14 December 1975 Commander Murray Becomes a Showjumper 21 December 1975 Horrible Horace 28 December 1975 Officers and Gents' Lib 4 January 1976 The Case of the HGM Mark 5 11 January 1976 Captain Wilberforce Pertwee 18 January 1976 The Jubilee Navy Lark 16 July 1977 The Navy Lark: The Reunion 31 August 2008 Presented by Sue McGregor With June Whitfield, Leslie Phillips, George Evans, Heather Chasen and Tenniel Evans © 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd."

Laurie Wyman (Author), Full Cast, Jon Pertwee, Leslie Phillips, Stephen Murray (Narrator)

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Ben Sees It Through: A full-cast BBC Radio Drama from the Golden Age of Detective Fiction.

"Set during the Golden Age of Detective Fiction, where every story promises a 'Thousand Thrills!', Ben, the chivalrous and perky non-descript little man, whose thumbs itch just before 'something 'orrible 'appens' played by Tony Robinson is joined by Leslie Phillips as the devilish Lovelace in J Jefferson Farjeon's 1930's thriller. "Murder mysteries always work well... and Mr Punch's Thriller Playhouse is particularly good... Atmospheric and Great Fun." (Daily Express) To all concerned "Jolly good show, chaps." (The Times) Also available as part of the THRILLER PLAYHOUSE BOX SET, eight episodes featuring Max Carrados, Norman Conquest and Ben from the popular BBC Drama series. Starring Tony Robinson as Ben Leslie Phillips as Lovelace with Rebecca Lacey as Molly Jon Glover as Pasquale Christopher Benjamin as Medway Kate Odey as Violet Shaun Prendergast as Henry Royce Mills as White & full supporting cast Based on a story by J. Jefferson Farjeon Dramatisation: Joe Dunlop Music: Robert Rigby Director: Neil Cargill Producer: Stewart Richards & Michael Cameron © & ? 2022 Mr Punch Audiobooks Ltd"

Mr Punch (Author), Christopher Benjamin & Full-Supporting Cast, John Glover, Leslie Phillips, Rebecca Lacey, Tony Robinson (Narrator)

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Drop Me Here, Darling: A BBC Radio 4 comedy drama

"All 13 episodes of the classic role-reversal comedy starring Leslie Phillips and Jill Bennett It's not easy, being chauffeur to your ex-wife. Especially when she's wealthy and you're broke...' Leslie Duggan was once a high-flying property tycoon - but then came the 1980s property crash, which wiped out his business and left him broke. Down on his luck and desperate to earn a living, he takes a job chauffeuring his wealthy ex-wife, Caroline, who owns a successful mail order company and is very much on the up. The Duggans may be divorced, but they're still close friends. Although they no longer live together, they're still involved in each other's affairs - and keep a beady eye on each other's love lives. But when they're out and about, while it's Leslie behind the wheel of the Roller, it's Caroline who's in the driving seat - and what Madam says, goes... Drop Me Here, Darling was first broadcast on BBC Radio 2 between December 1982 and February 1983. Recorded in front of a live audience, this light-hearted vintage comedy stars legendary comic actor Leslie Phillips of Doctor in the House and The Navy Lark fame as Leslie, with Jill Bennett (The Nanny, The Sheltering Sky) as Caroline. The stellar cast also features Norma Ronald (The Men from the Ministry), Kenneth Connor (Carry On...) and Joan Sanderson (Please Sir!, After Henry). NB: Contains dated language and attitudes Production credits Written by Andrew Palmer Produced by Edward Taylor First broadcast BBC Radio 2, 2 December 1982-24 February 1983 Cast Leslie - Leslie Phillips Caroline - Jill Bennett Claire/Lisa/Alaria/Moira/Mrs Elliott/Flora/Minicab controller/Kay - Norma Ronald Walter/Policeman - James Taylor Coats/Mr Crabbe/Herr Kobourg/Kelly - Kenneth Connor Betty - Joan Sanderson Simon/Alan Archer - John Kane Derek/Michael - Edward Judd Kramer Hodgkiss - Gordon Clyde Dave - Michael Robbins Heather - April Walker Dr Rogers/Bill Welling - Richard Davies Innkeeper/AA Man/Ben - Joe Dunlop Emma - Eve Karpf With John Graham, Garard Green, Jennifer Croxton and Sandra Clark Please note: due to the age of this recording the sound quality may vary ©2021 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2021 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Andrew Palmer (Author), Full Cast, Joan Sanderson, Kenneth Connor, Leslie Phillips, Norma Ronald (Narrator)

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The Navy Lark: 60th Anniversary Special Edition

"A 60th anniversary celebration of the much-loved nautical comedy, featuring seventeen classic episodes plus bonus material On 29 March 1959, The Navy Lark sailed the airwaves for the very first time. Starring Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray, with regular appearances from Ronnie Barker and Heather Chasen, it soon became a radio favourite, and ran for 18 years – one of the longest-running radio sitcoms. This 60th anniversary collection comprises seventeen hilarious episodes – one from every series of the show, plus the pilot episode and the special Jubilee edition. We start with Operation Fag End (5 April 1959), The Hank of Heather (17 May 1959), The Lighthouse Lark (29 January 1960), A Deliberate Bashing (19 April 1963), When Sub Lt Phillips Was at Dartmouth (29 October 1967) and The Jubilee Navy Lark (16 July 1977). The other eleven episodes included are: Commodore Goldstein (22 February 1961), The Northampton Hunt Ball (6 October 1961), Chasing the Kepeac (29 November 1963), Let Loose with a Chopper (22 August 1965), Mr Phillips’ Promotion (30 October 1966), The Redundancy Drive (20 October 1968), The Forbodians Hijack Troutbridge (8 March 1970), Impressions For Survival (23 May 1971), Friday the 13th (11 Jun 1972), Povey – An Admiral at Last (9 September 1973) and NANA (16 November 1975). Bonus items include a mini-episode from The Light Entertainment Show and two episodes from spin-off series The Embassy Lark: National Grumpshnog Week (Series 1, 12 April 1966) and Sub-Lt Phillips Drops In (Series 3, 16 April 1968). Plus, there’s a discussion from Bob Holness Presents: Farewell to the Paris, which sees Leslie Phillips and Jon Pertwee reminiscing about the making of The Navy Lark. As well as a 'lost' episode from season 2 of The Navy Lark; Return to Potarneyland, first broadcast on 26th February 1960. So step aboard HMS Troutbridge for laughs ahoy! Produced by Alastair Scott-Johnston A BBC Studios production"

Laurie Wyman (Author), Full Cast, Jon Pertwee, Leslie Phillips, Ronnie Barker, Stephen Murray (Narrator)

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The Mrs Bradley Mysteries: Classic Radio Crime

"Mary Wimbush stars as unconventional psychoanalyst sleuth Mrs Bradley in these two full-cast dramatisations of stories by Gladys Mitchell. Colourful, cynical, intimidating and extremely intelligent, Mrs Bradley is one of the most unorthodox detectives in the history of Golden Age crime fiction. The heroine of 66 novels by Gladys Mitchell, she has also appeared in several radio adaptations and a BBC TV series starring Diana Rigg. In these two dramas, she puts her extraordinary mind to work investigating cases of disguise, dismemberment, mayhem and murder. In Speedy Death, a country house in the 1920s is rocked by a murder which takes place in a room which is first locked, then later unlocked. A startling secret is uncovered, and as fingers point and the suspects begin to turn on each other, another death occurs… The Mystery of a Butcher’s Shop sees Mrs Bradley probing some alarming events in the village of Wandles Parva, as Rupert Sethleigh goes missing and a headless body is found jointed in the butcher’s shop. These entertaining dramatisations, first broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in 1990 and 1991, star Mary Wimbush as Mrs Bradley, with Leslie Phillips as Carstairs. Classic Radio Crime: presenting vintage detectives for your investigation!"

Gladys Mitchell (Author), Full Cast, Leslie Phillips, Mary Winbush (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Leslie Phillips