John Wyndham’s sci-fi masterpiece, first published in 1957, is the tale of an English village where a mysterious alien force takes its toll on the woman.

Starring Bill Nighy and Sarah Parish.

Dramatised by Dan Rebellato.

Richard .... Bill Nighy
Janet .... Sarah Parish
Zellaby .... Clive Merrison
Alan .... Nicholas R Bailey
Ferelleyn .... Katherine Tozer
Dr Willers .... Mark Chatterton
Mrs Willers .... Barbara Marten
Reverend Leebody .... Malcolm Raeburn
Miss Lamb .... Christine Brennan
Miss Ogle .... Rebecca Bridle

Director: Polly Thomas

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in November 2003. Show less