The Small, Intricate Life of Gerald C Potter

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Chronicling the everyday life and struggle for inspiration of crime writer Gerald C Potter

Chronicling the daily activities and struggles for inspiration of optimistic crime writer Gerald C Potter. Stars Ian Carmichael and Charlotte Mitchell.

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The convoluted chronicle of an optimistic crime writer.

The convoluted chronicle of an optimistic crime writer. Stars Ian Carmichael and Charlotte Mitchell. From March 1976.

Busy writing his new crime novel, Gerald doesn't want to be disturbed - but Diana has other ideas... 

The convoluted chronicle of an optimistic author who's married to a more successful writer.

Starring Ian Carmichael and Charlotte Mitchell.

Written by Basil Boothroyd.

Gerald C Potter    ......    Ian Carmichael
Diana Potter    ......    Charlotte Mitchell

With Michael McClain.   

The Small, Intricate Life of Gerald C Potter ran to four series from 1976 to 1981. 

Producer: Bobby Jaye

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in March 1976.

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