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Ripping Yarns

Series 1

Episode 6: The Curse of the Claw

Duration: 32 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two EnglandLatest broadcast: on BBC Four

The story of a man who dabbled in the dark mysteries of the Orient, and lived to tell the tale. Or did he? An unexpected visit by the Bhutan-bound Captain Merson and his band of native bearers to the Maidenhead home of recently bereaved Kevin causes him to relive a ripping story of fear, tragedy and terror. It is the story of a claw. A claw with a curse. Show less

Contributors

Kevin Orr/Uncle Jack:
Michael Palin
Kevin's Mother:
Hilary Mason
Kevin's Father:
Tenniel Evans
Captain Merson:
Keith Smith
Grosvenor:
Aubrey Morris
Young Kevin:
Nigel Rhodes
Director:
Jim Franklin

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