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The Thick of It

Series 3

Episode 5

Duration: 29 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two Northern IrelandLatest broadcast: on BBC Four HD

Available for years

Satirical political sitcom. After trading bitter blows in the press, DoSAC minister Nicola Murray MP and her shadow Peter Mannion MP are invited onto BBC Radio 5Live for a debate. Show more

Contributors

Malcolm Tucker:
Peter Capaldi
Olly Reeder:
Chris Addison
Glenn Cullen:
James Smith
Terri Coverley:
Joanna Scanlan
Nicola Murray:
Rebecca Front
Peter Mannion:
Roger Allam
Emma Messinger:
Olivia Poulet
Phil Smith:
Will Smith
Stewart Pearson:
Vincent Franklin
Sports Presenter:
George Riley
Writer:
Will Smith
Writer:
Roger Drew
Writer:
Tony Roche
Producer:
Adam Tandy
Assistant Director:
Jude Campbell
Sound Recordist:
Bob Newton
Script Supervisor:
Elise Burgess
Location Manager:
Tom Howard
Production Manager:
Francis Gilson
Executive Producer:
Mark Freeland
Executive Producer:
Armando Iannucci
Production Designer:
Simon Rogers
Costume designer:
Ros Little
Director of photography:
Jamie Cairney
Editor-in-chief:
Gary Dollner

Drama on 4

The Magnificent Andrea

Duration: 45 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

4 Extra Debut. Roger Allam and Nigel Planer star in the latter's comedy drama about two very different men who meet at the funeral of the woman they both desperately loved. Show more

Contributors

Taxi Driver:
Brian Bowles
Ambulance Driver:
Stuart McLoughlin
George:
Sam Dale

Genres

Duration: 28 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

From an unusual memorial to household repairs – an all-star cast share a hilarious view of us all. With Roger Allam. From 2015. Show more

Cabin Pressure

Series 4

Episode 1: Timbuktu

Duration: 25 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

It's Birling Day, as the charter airline crew swap dignity for cash! Stars Stephanie Cole and Benedict Cumberbatch. From January 2013. Show more

Contributors

Carolyn Knapp-Shappey:
Stephanie Cole
First Officer Douglas Richardson:
Roger Allam
Capt Martin Crieff:
Benedict Cumberbatch
Arthur Shappey:
John Finnemore
Giancarlo:
Steve Brody
Director:
David Tyler
Producer:
David Tyler

Cabin Pressure

Series 4

Episode 2: Uskerty

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LWLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

As Carolyn and Martin row with a taxi and a bee, Douglas and Arthur play with an airport. Stars Benedict Cumberbatch. From January 2013. Show more

Contributors

Carolyn Knapp-Shappey:
Stephanie Cole
First Officer Douglas Richardson:
Roger Allam
Capt Martin Crieff:
Benedict Cumberbatch
Arthur Shappey:
John Finnemore
Farmer Fisher:
John O'Mahony
Director:
David Tyler
Producer:
David Tyler

Cabin Pressure

Series 4

Episode 5: Xinzhou

Duration: 25 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

It's cold, it's dark and there's no food on board. Can Gertie hold things together? Stars Benedict Cumberbatch. From February 2013. Show more

Contributors

Carolyn Knapp-Shappey:
Stephanie Cole
1st Officer Douglas Richardson:
Roger Allam
Capt Martin Crieff:
Benedict Cumberbatch
Arthur Shappey:
John Finnemore
Director:
David Tyler
Producer:
David Tyler

The Old Guys

Series 1

Episode 2: The Therapist

Duration: 29 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One LondonLatest broadcast: on BBC HD

Sitcom. Roy is feeling low, so Amber suggests that he starts seeing Ned, her therapist. But things go downhill when Sally meets Ned and there is a mutual attraction. Show more

15 Minute Drama

How Does That Make You Feel?

Episode 1

Duration: 15 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW

Of late, Richard Fallon MP seems to have avoided any major embarrassments on reality TV, but he has had an unfortunate recent encounter with a member of the press. Show more

15 Minute Drama

How Does That Make You Feel?

Episode 5

Duration: 15 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW

Richard Fallon MP has been on a quest, trying to find some answers - answers the self-help section of the bookshop has proven painfully unable to provide. Show more

Book at Bedtime

My Purple Scented Novel

Episode 1

Duration: 15 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW

A short story by Ian McEwan and told in two episodes. Roger Allam reads the tale of two writers - one of whom commits literary theft. Show more

Book at Bedtime

My Purple Scented Novel

Episode 2

Duration: 15 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW

A short story by Ian McEwan and told in two episodes. Roger Allam reads the tale of two writers - one of whom commits literary theft. Show more

15 Minute Drama

How Does That Make You Feel?

Episode 1

Duration: 15 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW

Richard Fallon MP has acquired a Twitter account, something which is giving Martha sleepless nights, and with due cause. Show more

15 Minute Drama

How Does That Make You Feel?

Episode 5

Duration: 15 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW

A date with an immensely tall woman from Wiltshire has only succeeded in making Richard feel even more insignificant. And then his son Toby tells him a few unpalatable home truths. Show more

15 Minute Drama

How Does That Make You Feel? - Series 3

Episode 1

Duration: 15 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW

When added to a failing political career, Richard Fallon's messy divorce and problems with his morbidly obese child Toby mean he will not be leaving Martha's care any day soon. Show more

15 Minute Drama

How Does That Make You Feel? - Series 3

Episode 5

Duration: 15 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW

The tale of Richard's week since his last session is as usual lamentable and laughable, but he has begun to reconsider his condition and has alarming news for Martha. Show more

15 Minute Drama

How Does That Make You Feel?

Episode 1

Duration: 15 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW

Richard Fallon MP is convinced promotion to the front bench is being denied him because of his obese son and his lack of visibility. This latter aspect is about to change radically. Show more

15 Minute Drama

How Does That Make You Feel?

Episode 1

Duration: 15 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW

Having become an unwilling viral celebrity, Richard Fallon MP has hired a new PR person named Genevieve and has developed a crush on her. Show more

15 Minute Drama

How Does That Make You Feel?

Episode 5: Richard Fallon MP

Duration: 15 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW

Richard Fallon MP explains to his therapist how he has been held hostage for eight hours by a constituent calling for his. Show more

15 Minute Drama

How Does That Make You Feel?

Episode 1

Duration: 15 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW

Richard has been re-elected but has done little to improve his relations with his constituents, whom he reviles and fears in equal measure. Show more