Programme Index

Duration: 11 minutes

First broadcast: Tue 23^rd Dec 2014, 12:04 on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: Tue 23^rd Dec 2014, 12:04 on BBC Radio 4 LW

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The Christmas tea for the Belgian wounded does not go entirely to plan. Show more

The Shadow Line

Episode 1

BBC Two

Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: Thu 5^th May 2011, 21:00 on BBC HDLatest broadcast: Fri 20^th Jan 2012, 22:30 on BBC HD

Series about a murder investigated by both cops and criminals. DI Gabriel leads the investigation into a drug baron's death and finds himself in a race with the baron's dealers. Show more

Contributors

Jonah Gabriel:: Chiwetel Ejiofor
Joseph Bede:: Christopher Eccleston
Patterson:: Richard Lintern
Bob Harris:: Robert Pugh
Julie Bede:: Lesley Sharp
Jay Wratten:: Rafe Spall
Lia Honey:: Kierston Wareing
Segeant Foley:: David Schofield
Maurice Crace:: Malcolm Storry
Ross McGovern:: Tobias Menzies
Laura Gabriel:: Clare Calbraith
Commander Khokar:: Ace Bhatti
Constable Felix:: John Heffernan
Crime Scene Constable:: Nick Court
TV Reporter:: Priyanga Burford
Man in Lift:: Robin Griffith
Leonard Glickman:: Cavan Clerkin
Andy Dixon:: Tobi Bakare
Julie's Doctor:: Badria Timimi
Sara:: Bryony Afferson
Female Reporter:: Martha Cope
Press Relations Officer:: Syreeta Kumar
Justice Dept Spokesman:: Nigel Hastings
Bookkeeper:: Jonathan Tafler
Mr Delaney:: Ken Drury
Mrs Delaney:: Joanna Bacon
Writer:: Hugo Blick
Producer:: Johann Knobel
Producer:: Hugo Blick
Director:: Hugo Blick

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Series

The Shadow Line

The Shadow Line

Episode 2

BBC Two

Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: Thu 12^th May 2011, 21:00 on BBC Two ScotlandLatest broadcast: Fri 27^th Jan 2012, 22:30 on BBC HD

Series about a murder investigated by cops and criminals and the methods they use. The driver of Wratten's car is identified, and Gabriel and Joseph Bede want to get to him first. Show more

Contributors

Jonah Gabriel:: Chiwetel Ejiofor
Joseph Bede:: Christopher Eccleston
Patterson:: Richard Lintern
Gatehouse:: Stephen Rea
Julie Bede:: Lesley Sharp
Jay Wratten:: Rafe Spall
Bulkat Babur:: Stanley Townsend
Lia Honey:: Kierston Wareing
Maurice Crace:: Malcolm Storry
Segeant Foley:: David Schofield
Laura Gabriel:: Clare Calbraith
Andy Dixon:: Tobi Bakare
Forensic Officer:: Nadine Marshall
Julie's Nurse:: Anjela Lauren Smith
Dispatcher:: Mike Hayley
Sara:: Bryony Afferson
Turkish Man:: George Savvides
Mrs Dixon:: Sharon D Clarke
WPC Drewe:: Lorraine Burroughs
Duty Solicitor:: Tony Osoba
Surveillance Officer:: Joanne Adams
Marshall:: Samuel James
Writer:: Hugo Blick
Producer:: Johann Knobel
Producer:: Hugo Blick
Director:: Hugo Blick
Man in Lift:: Robin Griffith
Bob Harris:: Robert Pugh
Mr Delaney:: Ken Drury
Press Relations Officer:: Syreeta Kumar
Female Reporter:: Martha Cope
Mrs Delaney:: Joanna Bacon
Ross McGovern:: Tobias Menzies
Leonard Glickman:: Cavan Clerkin
Justice Dept Spokesman:: Nigel Hastings
Commander Khokar:: Ace Bhatti
Crime Scene Constable:: Nick Court
Julie's Doctor:: Badria Timimi
Constable Felix:: John Heffernan
TV Reporter:: Priyanga Burford
Bookkeeper:: Jonathan Tafler

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Series

The Shadow Line

Doctors

Series 9

Episode 19: Ice in the Blood

BBC One

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: Fri 18^th May 2007, 14:05 on BBC One OxfordshireLatest broadcast: Fri 18^th May 2007, 14:05 on BBC One Yorkshire

A young girl has some damning evidence which could threaten her father's career. The partners interview a potential receptionist.

Contributors

Actor:: Sean Gleeson
Actor:: Diane Keen
Actor:: Nigel Hastings
Actor:: Ella Jones
Actor:: Mark Roper
Actor:: Martha Howe-Douglas
Producer:: Peter Bullock

Genres

DramaMedical

Brand

Doctors

Series

Doctors: Series 9

Doctors

Series 10

Episode 216: Heal Thyself

BBC One

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: Tue 17^th Mar 2009, 13:45 on BBC One WestLatest broadcast: Wed 18^th Mar 2009, 00:45 on BBC HD

Melody fears she has missed something important when diagnosing a patient. Can she make it to him in time? Meanwhile, Vivien finally takes the plunge and phones Lionel.

Contributors

Dr Melody Bell:: Elizabeth Bower
Brian McWellan:: Nigel Hastings
Helen McWellan:: Janet Dibley
Vivien March:: Anita Carey
Dr Heston Carter:: Owen Brenman
Dr Lily Hassan:: Seeta Indrani
Archie Hallam:: Matt Kennard
Julia Parsons:: Diane Keen
Ronnie Woodson:: Sean Gleeson
Karen Hollins:: Jan Pearson
Producer:: Carol Harding
Lionel Mead:: Michael Simkins
Kenny Rawlins:: Sam Lathem

Genres

Brand

Doctors

Series

Doctors: Series 10

Saturday Drama

Playing With Trains

Episode 1

Saturday Drama: Playing With Trains

Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: Sat 20^th Mar 2010, 14:30 on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: Fri 3^rd Mar 2017, 03:00 on BBC Radio 4 Extra

4 Extra Debut. 1967: Maverick inventor Bill Galpin is getting rich while battling with his children, Roxanna and Danny. Stars Timothy Spall. Show more

Contributors

Bill Galpin:: Timothy Spall
Roxanna Galpin:: Zoe Tapper
Danny Galpin:: Geoffrey Streatfeild
Frances:: Helen Longworth
Mick:: Joseph Kloska
Gant:: Michael Fenton Stevens
Vernon Boyce:: Nigel Hastings
QC:: Bruce Alexander
Writer:: Stephen Poliakoff
Producer:: Peter Leslie Wild
Director:: Peter Leslie Wild

Genres

Drama

Brand

Saturday Drama

Series

Saturday Drama

Playing With Trains

Episode 2

Saturday Drama: Playing With Trains

Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: Sat 27^th Mar 2010, 14:30 on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: Sat 4^th Mar 2017, 03:00 on BBC Radio 4 Extra

1986: Roxanna and Danny are in despair over the actions of their father, hubristic inventor Bill Galpin. Stars Timothy Spall. Show more

Contributors

Bill Galpin:: Timothy Spall
Roxanna Galpin:: Zoe Tapper
Danny Galpin:: Geoffrey Streatfeild
Frances:: Helen Longworth
Mick:: Joseph Kloska
Gant:: Michael Fenton Stevens
QC:: Bruce Alexander
Judge:: Nigel Hastings
Writer:: Stephen Poliakoff
Director:: Peter Leslie Wild
Producer:: Peter Leslie Wild

Genres

Drama

Brand

Saturday Drama

Series

Drama

The Further Adventures of Sherlock Holmes: The Marlbourne Point Mystery

Episode 1: The Marlbourne Point Mystery

Drama: The Further Adventures of Sherlock Holmes: The Marlbourne Point Mystery

Duration: 45 minutes

First broadcast: Mon 5^th Apr 2010, 14:15 on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: Mon 7^th Jan 2013, 14:15 on BBC Radio 4 FM

Mystery by Bert Coules, inspired by the stories of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. A disused lighthouse on a remote stretch of the Kent coast is the scene of a bizarre double death. Show more

Contributors

Sherlock Holmes:: Clive Merrison
Dr John Watson:: Andrew Sachs
Mycroft Holmes:: James Laurenson
Sir Charles Steele:: Nigel Hastings
Mrs Chang:: Pik Sen Lim
Mr Jefferstone:: Bruce Alexander
Mr Lade:: Richard Dillane
Elizabeth:: Tessa Nicholson
Writer:: Bert Coules
Producer:: Patrick Rayner

Genres

Brand

Drama

Series

Drama

The Further Adventures of Sherlock Holmes: The Marlbourne Point Mystery

Episode 2: The Marlbourne Point Mystery

Drama: The Further Adventures of Sherlock Holmes: The Marlbourne Point Mystery

Duration: 45 minutes

First broadcast: Tue 6^th Apr 2010, 14:15 on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: Tue 8^th Jan 2013, 14:15 on BBC Radio 4 LW

By Bert Coules, inspired by the stories of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. The shocking truth behind the mystery of the politician, the lighthouse and the trained cormorant is revealed. Show more

Contributors

Sherlock Holmes:: Clive Merrison
Dr John Watson:: Andrew Sachs
Mycroft Holmes:: James Laurenson
Sir Charles Steele:: Nigel Hastings
Mrs Chang:: Pik Sen Lim
Mr Jefferstone:: Bruce Alexander
Mr Lade:: Richard Dillane
Elizabeth:: Tessa Nicholson
Postmaster:: Bert Coules
Writer:: Bert Coules
Producer:: Patrick Rayner

Genres

Brand

Drama

Series

David Pownall - Nyama

BBC Radio 4 Extra

Duration: 45 minutes

First broadcast: Fri 23^rd Apr 2010, 14:15 on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: Mon 3^rd Apr 2017, 21:15 on BBC Radio 4 Extra

An entrepreneur moves a pickled whale from the Cape of Good Hope round Southern Africa to make a fortune. Stars Vincent Ebrahim. Show more

Contributors

Producer:: Peter Kavanagh
Hudson:: Vincent Ebrahim
Silas:: Jude Akuwudike
Arlene:: Joanna Monro
Bush Hermit:: Joseph Marcell
Doctor Cass:: Bruce Alexander
De Soto:: Nigel Hastings
Cult Leader:: Rufus Wright
Woman:: Pamela Nomvete
Ensemble:: Alison Pettit
Ensemble:: John Biggins
Ensemble:: David Seddon
Ensemble:: Michael Shelford
Ensemble:: Keely Beresford
Writer:: David Pownall
Composer:: Russell Taylor
Composer:: Steve Cooke

Genres

Drama

Drama

Justin Hopper - The Weighing Room

Duration: 45 minutes

First broadcast: Fri 30^th Apr 2010, 14:15 on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: Wed 11^th Feb 2015, 04:15 on BBC Radio 4 Extra

4 Extra Debut. National Hunt jump jockey Noel is anxious to get back in the saddle after a career-threatening fall. Stars Lloyd Hutchinson. Show more

Contributors

Noel:: Lloyd Hutchinson
Sean:: Michael Legge
Wrighty:: James Weaver
Wozzer:: Paul Rider
Seddon:: David Seddon
Fiona Markham:: Alison Pettitt
Consultant:: Nigel Hastings
Steward:: Joanna Monro
Owner:: Bruce Alexander
Brian:: Michael Shelford
Mandy:: Keely Beresford
Writer:: Justin Hopper
Director:: Toby Swift

Genres

Drama

Brand

Drama

Doctor Who

Series 10

Episode 7: The Pyramid at the End of the World

BBC One

Duration: 46 minutes

Audio described

First broadcast: Sat 27^th May 2017, 19:50 on BBC One Scotland HDLatest broadcast: Sat 3^rd Jun 2017, 02:15 on BBC Two HD

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When the Earth is set on a countdown to destruction, an alien race offers a deal to save humanity. Will the Doctor accept their help? Show more

Contributors

The Doctor:: Peter Capaldi
Bill:: Pearl Mackie
Nardole:: Matt Lucas
Secretary General:: Togo Igawa
The Commander:: Nigel Hastings
Colonel Don Brabbit:: Eben Young
Erica:: Rachel Denning
Douglas:: Tony Gardner
Ilya:: Andrew Byron
Xiaolian:: Daphne Cheung
Monk:: Jamie Hill
Voice of the Monks:: Tim Bentinck
Director:: Daniel Nettheim
Producer:: Peter Bennett
Executive Producer:: Brian Minchin
Executive Producer:: Steven Moffat
Writer:: Peter Harness
Writer:: Steven Moffat

Genres

DramaSciFi & Fantasy

Brand

Doctor Who

Series

Doctor Who: Series 10

Home Front

26 March 1918 - Alice Macknade

Duration: 11 minutes

First broadcast: Mon 26^th Mar 2018, 12:04 on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: Mon 26^th Mar 2018, 12:04 on BBC Radio 4 LW

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On this day in 1918, Married Love by Marie Stopes was published, and in Folkestone, Alice isn't feeling enamoured with Bill. Show more

Contributors

Alice Macknade:: Claire-Louise Cordwell
Private Casey:: Ryan Early
Harry Toomer:: Ian Masters
Esme Macknade:: Katie Angelou
Bill Macknade:: Ben Crowe
Captain Morrison:: Clive Hayward
Gabriel Graham:: Michael Bertenshaw
Eric Morton:: Paul Rainbow
Hilary Pearce:: Craige Els
Inspector Forrester:: Nigel Hastings
Writer:: Katie Hims
Director:: Ciaran Bermingham
Series Editor:: Jessica Dromgoole

Genres

DramaHistorical

Formats

Docudramas

Brand

Home Front

13 April 1918 - Gabriel Graham

Duration: 11 minutes

First broadcast: Fri 13^th Apr 2018, 12:04 on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: Fri 13^th Apr 2018, 12:04 on BBC Radio 4 LW

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On this day in 1918, the National Council of Public Morals launched an inquiry into the growth of illegitimate births, and in Folkestone, Gabriel is pursuing his own crusade. Show more

Contributors

Gabriel Graham:: Michael Bertenshaw
Hilary Pearce:: Craige Els
Sylvia Graham:: Joanna David
Norman Harris:: Sean Baker
Mrs Edkins:: Rachel Davies
Constance Pettigrew:: Phoebe Frances Brown
Eric Morton:: Paul Rainbow
Inspector Forrester:: Nigel Hastings
Nell Kingsley:: Alice St Clair
Writer:: Lucy Catherine
Director:: Ciaran Bermingham
Series Editor:: Jessica Dromgoole

Genres

DramaHistorical

Formats

Docudramas

Brand

Home Front

26 August 1914 - Adam Wilson

Duration: 11 minutes

First broadcast: Tue 26^th Aug 2014, 12:04 on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: Tue 26^th Aug 2014, 12:04 on BBC Radio 4 LW

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In Folkestone, the German Consulate is under surveillance. Show more

Contributors

Adam:: Leo Montague
Jessie:: Lucy Hutchinson
Florrie:: Claire Rushbrook
Forrester:: Nigel Hastings
Mickey:: Reece Buttery
Albert:: Harry Myers
Writer:: Shaun McKenna
Director:: Lucy Collingwood
Producer:: Lucy Collingwood

Genres

DramaHistorical

Formats

Docudramas

Brand

Home Front

29 August 1914 - Albert Wilson

Duration: 11 minutes

First broadcast: Fri 29^th Aug 2014, 12:04 on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: Fri 29^th Aug 2014, 12:04 on BBC Radio 4 LW

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In Folkestone, the cake sale at St Jude's is in full swing. Show more

Contributors

Albert:: Harry Myers
Florrie:: Claire Rushbrook
Adam:: Leo Montague
Jessie:: Lucy Hutchinson
Kitty:: Ami Metcalf
Sylvia:: Deborah Findlay
Ivy:: Lizzy Watts
Forrester:: Nigel Hastings
Ralph:: Nicholas Murchie
Gabriel:: Michael Bertenshaw
Director:: Lucy Collingwood
Producer:: Lucy Collingwood
Writer:: Shaun McKenna

Genres

DramaHistorical

Formats

Docudramas

Brand

Home Front

15 July 1915 - Norman Harris

Duration: 11 minutes

First broadcast: Wed 15^th Jul 2015, 12:04 on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: Wed 15^th Jul 2015, 12:04 on BBC Radio 4 LW

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The investigation into Police Constable King's murder gathers pace. Show more

Contributors

Norman Harris:: Sean Baker
Albert Wilson:: Harry Myers
Inspector Forrester:: Nigel Hastings
Eric Morton:: Ian Conningham
Alice Macknade:: Claire-Louise Cordwell
Mickey Macknade:: Reece Buttery
Maggie Macknade:: Hollie Thoupos
Diver:: David Hounslow
Officer:: Clive Hayward
Clough:: David Acton
Writer:: Richard Monks
Director:: Lucy Collingwood

Genres

DramaHistorical

Formats

Docudramas

Brand

Home Front - Omnibus

Episode 30: 6-10 July 1915

BBC Radio 4 Extra

Duration: 58 minutes

First broadcast: Fri 10^th Jul 2015, 21:00 on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: Fri 4^th Sep 2015, 03:00 on BBC Radio 4 Extra

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Soldiers home on leave find it a very different place to the one they thought they were fighting for. Show more

Contributors

Howard Argent:: Toby Jones
Juliet Cavendish:: Lizzie Bourne
Marieke Dupont:: Olivia Ross
Gabriel Graham:: Michael Bertenshaw
Muriel Grainger:: Hannah Tointon
Mervyn Harris:: Tom Whitelock
Norman Harris:: Sean Baker
Josiah King:: Daniel Kendrick
Roy Lavoie:: Tim Beckmann
Adeline Lumley:: Anastasia Hille
Kitty Lumley:: Ami Metcalf
Victor Lumley:: Joel McCormack
Alice Macknade:: Claire-Louise Cordwell
Maggie Macknade:: Hollie Thoupos
Mickey Macknade:: Reece Buttery
Jessie Moore:: Lucy Hutchinson
Hilary Pearce:: Craige Els
Maisie Plackett:: Cassie Layton
Toby Speedwell:: Joe Bannister
Thornton Tulliver:: Nigel Harman
Adam Wilson:: Leo Montague
Albert Wilson:: Harry Myers
Dorothea Winwood:: Rachel Shelley
Ralph Winwood:: Nicholas Murchie
Inspector Forrester:: Nigel Hastings
Eric Morton:: Ian Conningham
Mr Scott:: David Hounslow
Jacko:: Jude Akuwudike
Charlie:: Sam Valentine
Spence:: Mark Edel-Hunt
Writer:: Richard Monks
Director:: Jessica Dromgoole

Genres

Drama

Series

Home Front - Omnibus

Home Front - Omnibus

Episode 31: 13-17 July 1915

BBC Radio 4 Extra

Duration: 58 minutes

First broadcast: Fri 17^th Jul 2015, 21:00 on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: Sat 5^th Sep 2015, 03:00 on BBC Radio 4 Extra

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A wartime celebrity makes an unexpected visit to Folkestone. Show more

Contributors

Howard Argent:: Toby Jones
Boy:: Felix Lailey
Juliet Cavendish:: Lizzie Bourne
Connie Cavendish:: Natasha Raphael
Grace Cavendish:: Chloe Raphael
PC Clough:: David Acton
Diver:: David Hounslow
Marieke Dupont:: Olivia Ross
Inspector Forrester:: Nigel Hastings
Gabriel Graham:: Michael Bertenshaw
Sylvia Graham:: Barbara Flynn
Muriel Grainger:: Hannah Tointon
Guard:: Mark Edel-Hunt
Norman Harris:: Sean Baker
BC Hucks:: Mark Edel-Hunt
Ivy Layton:: Leah Brotherhead
Kitty Lumley:: Ami Metcalf
Victor Lumley:: Joel MacCormack
Alice Macknade:: Claire-Louise Cordwell
Mickey Macknade:: Reece Buttery
Maggie Macknade:: Hollie Thoupos
Esme Macknade:: Katie Angelou
Maid:: Jessica McClellan
Adeline Marshall:: Anastasia Hille
Eric Morton:: Ian Conningham
Female Onlooker:: Anastasia Hille
Officer:: Clive Hayward
Thornton Tulliver:: Nigel Harman
Hilary Pearce:: Craige Els
Adam Wilson:: Leo Montague
Albert Wilson:: Harry Myers
Florrie Wilson:: Claire Rushbrook
Dorothea Winwood:: Rachel Shelley
Ralph Winwood:: Nicholas Murchie
Tom Wright:: Clive Hayward
Writer:: Richard Monks
Director:: Lucy Collingwood

Genres

Drama

Series

Home Front - Omnibus

Home Front - Omnibus

Episode 13: 22-26 December 1914

Duration: 58 minutes

First broadcast: Fri 26^th Dec 2014, 21:00 on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: Thu 29^th Jan 2015, 03:00 on BBC Radio 4 Extra

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Epic drama series set in Great War Britain. The Grahams host a family Christmas, and Folkestone's yuletide festivities do not go entirely to plan. Show more

Contributors

Phyllis:: Christine Absalom
Esme:: Katie Angelou
Norman:: Sean Baker
Isabel:: Keely Beresford
Gabriel:: Michael Bertenshaw
Mrs Grimes:: Amelda Brown
Juliet:: Lizzie Bourne
Ramesh:: Navin Chowdhry
Alice:: Claire-Louise Cordwell
Barry:: Kris Deedigan
Hilary:: Craige Els
Sylvia:: Deborah Findlay
Forrester:: Nigel Hastings
Herbert Loxley:: Clive Hayward
Laurie:: Will Howard
Kitty:: Ami Metcalf
Adam:: Leo Montague
Albert:: Harry Myers
Ralph:: Nicholas Murchie
Mickey:: Ben Pettengell
George:: Ronan Raftery
Marieke:: Olivia Ross
Florrie:: Claire Rushbrook
Dorothea:: Rachel Shelley
Nurse Betts:: Jane Slavin
Humphrey:: Matthew Tennyson
Joe:: Lloyd Thomas
Maggie:: Hollie Thoupos
Writer:: Shaun McKenna
Director:: Lucy Collingwood

Genres

DramaHistorical

Formats

Docudramas

Series

Home Front - Omnibus