A broken typewriter causes chaos. Eastern bloc embassy sitcom starring Dinsdale Landen as the ambassador. From April 1987. Show more
Innocent celebrations spark disaster at Edge Falls retail park. Stars Mark Benton and Frances Barber. From October 2008. Show more
As sleuthing Lord Peter Wimsey hunts for a murderer, his manservant takes the initiative. Stars Ian Carmichael and Peter Jones. Show more
The daredevil hears the Captain's theory, and Jerry Jerk gets an invitation. Smuggling adventure read by Rufus Sewell.
The babies are now toddlers and their parents' lives are changing. Sitcom stars Jenny Eclair and Frances Barber. From July 1998.
Thom Tuck - Goes Straight to DVD
3. Faith Films
30 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 ExtraAvailable for 9 months
Fascinated by the genre of faith films, Thom draws parallels to these underrated gems with tales from his own life. From 2013. Show more
Seagoon sets off to ask Henry Crun to invent a waterproof gas stove. Starring Spike Milligan. Re-recording from March 1958.
With the writer's publisher and his wife due for summer drinks, the sprinkler comes out. Stars Ian Carmichael. From June 1981. Show more
An extended version of the News Quiz, featuring jokes that you won't have heard already, some clips from the archives and exclusive behind-the-scenes material.
Armando Iannucci - Facts And Fancies
A Switch in Time
15 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 ExtraAvailable for 12 months
Tackling time-wasting and greetings cards, the producer, writer and performer presents his own collection of humorous essays. From 1997. Show more
Despite the dark tales he's heard about her, Prince Myshkin eagerly heads to Nastasya's birthday party. Stars Alex Jennings. Show more
Lucille joins an enigmatic and select society, but her mysterious gifts generate surprise revelations. Read by Bill Paterson. Show more
The heroes of the 1880 Seaham Colliery explosion in Durham. Based on real-life events. Stars Paul Copley and Nigel Anthony.
Seagoon sets off to ask Henry Crun to invent a waterproof gas stove. Starring Spike Milligan. Re-recording from March 1958.
With the writer's publisher and his wife due for summer drinks, the sprinkler comes out. Stars Ian Carmichael. From June 1981. Show more
As sleuthing Lord Peter Wimsey hunts for a murderer, his manservant takes the initiative. Stars Ian Carmichael and Peter Jones. Show more
The daredevil hears the Captain's theory, and Jerry Jerk gets an invitation. Smuggling adventure read by Rufus Sewell.
During the long summer break from school, Meena is desperate to be accepted by her peers. Meera Syal reads her own novel.
Tom Mangold visits Bermuda to experience first-hand accounts of seemingly strange events. Where does the truth lie? Show more
To Corker's delight the missing luggage is finally returned, and Katchen has caught William's eye. Read by Robert Hardy.
The Bard leaves his family for London. Reconstructing the life, work and era of William Shakespeare, read by Toby Stephens.
Despite the dark tales he's heard about her, Prince Myshkin eagerly heads to Nastasya's birthday party. Stars Alex Jennings. Show more
Mel Giedroyc says happy birthday to Irish comedian Ed Byrne, and we find out how chefs in the British navy keep our sailors fed and watered at sea.
The dear ladies battle woodworm and the housekeeper's sister. Stars Dr Evadne Hinge and Dame Hilda Bracket. From December 1984.
The babies are now toddlers and their parents' lives are changing. Sitcom stars Jenny Eclair and Frances Barber. From July 1998.
Midnight Tales by Bram Stoker
2. The Coming of Abel Behenna
15 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 ExtraAvailable for years
Two rivals in love make a pact. Will it end in betrayal? Another tale from the Dracula author, read by Dyfed Thomas. Show more
After being rescued by Zaphod Beeblebrox, Ford bamboozles Zaphod's second head, stalling their escape. Read by Stephen Mangan. Show more
1906: An archaeologist discovers some mysteries found in railway excavation are best left alone. Stars Geoffrey Streatfeild. Show more
Seagoon sets off to ask Henry Crun to invent a waterproof gas stove. Starring Spike Milligan. Re-recording from March 1958.
With the writer's publisher and his wife due for summer drinks, the sprinkler comes out. Stars Ian Carmichael. From June 1981. Show more
As sleuthing Lord Peter Wimsey hunts for a murderer, his manservant takes the initiative. Stars Ian Carmichael and Peter Jones. Show more
The daredevil hears the Captain's theory, and Jerry Jerk gets an invitation. Smuggling adventure read by Rufus Sewell.
Lucille joins an enigmatic and select society, but her mysterious gifts generate surprise revelations. Read by Bill Paterson. Show more
The heroes of the 1880 Seaham Colliery explosion in Durham. Based on real-life events. Stars Paul Copley and Nigel Anthony.
Thom Tuck - Goes Straight to DVD
3. Faith Films
30 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 ExtraAvailable for 9 months
Fascinated by the genre of faith films, Thom draws parallels to these underrated gems with tales from his own life. From 2013. Show more
Frozen fiascos are afoot as the dim student traveller sails with Greenpeace. Stars Marcus Brigstocke. From August 2002.
For two hours, six nights a week, the Comedy Club offers the best laughs around. Tonight Arthur Smith chats to Bourgeois and Maurice.
The Bletchley Park code-breakers think of some new ways to improve wartime rations. Stars Robert Bathurst. From July 2007. Show more
The Brummie musicologist reveals what he didn't do on the 1980s music scene. Stars Graham Fellows. From October 2001. Show more
World Weary: It's snow jokes from Paul Copley and Helen Moon in the sketch show mixing up language and sounds. From October 2007.
Midnight Tales by Bram Stoker
2. The Coming of Abel Behenna
15 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 ExtraAvailable for years
Two rivals in love make a pact. Will it end in betrayal? Another tale from the Dracula author, read by Dyfed Thomas. Show more
After being rescued by Zaphod Beeblebrox, Ford bamboozles Zaphod's second head, stalling their escape. Read by Stephen Mangan. Show more
1906: An archaeologist discovers some mysteries found in railway excavation are best left alone. Stars Geoffrey Streatfeild. Show more
As sleuthing Lord Peter Wimsey hunts for a murderer, his manservant takes the initiative. Stars Ian Carmichael and Peter Jones. Show more
The daredevil hears the Captain's theory, and Jerry Jerk gets an invitation. Smuggling adventure read by Rufus Sewell.
An extended version of the News Quiz, featuring jokes that you won't have heard already, some clips from the archives and exclusive behind-the-scenes material.
Armando Iannucci - Facts And Fancies
A Switch in Time
15 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 ExtraAvailable for 12 months
Tackling time-wasting and greetings cards, the producer, writer and performer presents his own collection of humorous essays. From 1997. Show more
Despite the dark tales he's heard about her, Prince Myshkin eagerly heads to Nastasya's birthday party. Stars Alex Jennings. Show more
Lucille joins an enigmatic and select society, but her mysterious gifts generate surprise revelations. Read by Bill Paterson. Show more
The heroes of the 1880 Seaham Colliery explosion in Durham. Based on real-life events. Stars Paul Copley and Nigel Anthony.
