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North by Northamptonshire

Series 1

Episode 1

Duration: 30 minutes

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

Available for years

"As the town's talent night looms, Mary gets a shock – while Jonathan gets side-tracked. Stars Sheila Hancock. From June 2010. Show more

Drama on 4

Arabian Afternoons

Episode 1: The Casper Logue Affair

Duration: 45 minutes

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

By Sebastian Baczkiewicz. Diplomat Bob Goldacre has lost sight of an American businessman in Baghdad. Inspired by The Arabian Nights, stars Sirine Saba. Show more

North by Northamptonshire

North By Northamptonshire: Full Stop

Duration: 44 minutes

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

Sheila Hancock, Penelope Wilton and Geoffrey Palmer are amongst the stars of a final outing for this comedy drama. It's New Year's Eve and one this group of friends won't forget. Show more

Life's Too Short

Series 1

Episode 7

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC HDLatest broadcast: on BBC Two England

In the series finale, Warwick attends a charity event in the hope of hanging out with celebrities. However, in trying to impress Sting he ends up spending more than he can afford. Show more

Duration: 45 minutes

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

An entrepreneur moves a pickled whale from the Cape of Good Hope round Southern Africa to make a fortune. Stars Vincent Ebrahim. Show more

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North by Northamptonshire

Series 3

Episode 1

Duration: 30 minutes

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

In the small market town of Wadenbrook, Ken and Keith have a birthday to celebrate. Stars Sheila Hancock. From December 2013. Show more

North by Northamptonshire

Series 3

Episode 2

Duration: 30 minutes

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

Against her better judgement, Jan has dinner with her ex-husband. Stars Sheila Hancock and Geoffrey Palmer. From December 2013. Show more

North by Northamptonshire

Series 3

Episode 3

Duration: 30 minutes

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

Visitors are expected in Wadenbrook, and a revelation is long overdue. Stars Sheila Hancock and Tim Key. From January 2014. Show more

North by Northamptonshire

Series 3

Episode 6

Duration: 30 minutes

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

A funeral focuses everyone's mind in Wadenbrook. Stars Sheila Hancock, Penelope Wilton and Tim Key. From January 2014. Show more

North by Northamptonshire

Series 1

Episode 2

Duration: 30 minutes

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

As talent night rehearsals grind on, peanuts and a trolley challenge some town residents. Stars Sheila Hancock. From June 2010. Show more

North by Northamptonshire

Series 1

Episode 3

Duration: 30 minutes

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

Jan gets complimented, as her ex-husband Frank sings a song, and supermarket revelations. Stars Sheila Hancock. From June 2010. Show more

North by Northamptonshire

Series 1

Episode 4

Duration: 30 minutes

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

Can Ken and Keith's whippets win the talent night? Plus it's scampi fries for Rod and Tanya. With Sheila Hancock. From July 2010. Show more

White Heat

Episode 4: The Personal Is Political

Duration: 59 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC HDLatest broadcast: on BBC Two England

Drama. In 1979, the seven flatmates celebrate Alan and Lilly's wedding. Jay decides to tell his parents he is gay. Jack vows to join mainstream politics. Show more

Contributors

Policeman:
Peter Ashdown
Referee:
John Biggins
Estate Agent:
Dominic Coleman
Alan (Present day):
Paul Copley
Lilly (Present day):
Lindsay Duncan
Charlotte:
Claire Foy
Party Member 3:
Dominic Kemp
Skinhead 1:
Tomi May
Party Member 2:
Tim Parker
Victor (Present day):
Hugh Quarshie
Party Member 1:
Veronica Roberts
Man on heath:
Oliver Senton
Skinhead 2:
Joe Sims
Charlotte (Present day):
Juliet Stevenson
Producer:
Elinor Day

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Waffle the Wonder Dog

Series 4

Waffle Gets Snowy

First broadcast: on CBeebiesLatest broadcast: on CBBC HD

Available for 11 months

Zoe’s boyfriend, Callum, takes Evie, Doug, Simon and Waffle to an indoor snow arena. Poor Waffle discovers he’s not allowed to sledge, while Mrs Hobbs surprises everyone.

Contributors

Evie Brooklyn-Bell:
Tahliya Lowles
Doug Brooklyn-Bell:
Ellis-James Naylor
Simon Brooklyn-Bell:
James Merry
Jess Brooklyn-Bell:
Andrea Valls
Mrs Magenta Hobbs:
Angela Curran
Zoe Sutton:
Eloise Joseph
Mr Metcalfe:
John Biggins
Miss Berrington:
Rhiannon Harper-Rafferty
Snow Arena Manager:
Paul Hunter
Director:
Matthew Rene
Composer:
Kye Sones
Series Producer:
Fiona Robinson
Executive Producer:
Maddy Darrall
Executive Producer:
Billy MacQueen
Executive Producer:
Michael Towner

Waffle the Wonder Dog

Series 4

Waffle Make and Do

First broadcast: on CBeebiesLatest broadcast: on CBeebies

Available for 11 months

Doug helps Waffle make new neighbour Pepper a dog bed. They fondly remember when Mrs Hobbs adopted Pepper and when they made their first box-bed for her cat, George.

Contributors

Evie Brooklyn-Bell:
Tahliya Lowles
Doug Brooklyn-Bell:
Ellis-James Naylor
Simon Brooklyn-Bell:
James Merry
Jess Brooklyn-Bell:
Andrea Valls
Mrs Magenta Hobbs:
Angela Curran
Derek 'Gramps' Bells:
Paul Ryan
Ruby Lester:
Jayda Moore
Mr Metcalfe:
John Biggins
Charlie Anderson:
Tom Roe
Director:
Matthew Rene
Composer:
Kye Sones
Series Producer:
Fiona Robinson
Executive Producer:
Maddy Darrall
Executive Producer:
Billy MacQueen
Executive Producer:
Beverley Josling
Executive Producer:
Michael Towner

Waffle the Wonder Dog

Series 2

Episode 11: Waffle Tries to Be Good

First broadcast: on CBeebiesLatest broadcast: on CBBC Channel

Available for years

Preschool comedy drama series. When Jess takes Evie for her first school visit, Waffle goes along too. He tries to behave, but it's hard for a Wonder Dog! Show more

Contributors

Mrs Magenta Hobbs:
Angela Curran
Connie Lester:
Susie Donkin
Ruby Lester:
Jayda Moore
Mr Metcalfe:
John Biggins
Director:
Matthew Rene
Executive Producer:
Maddy Darrall
Executive Producer:
Billy MacQueen

Waffle the Wonder Dog

Series 4

Waffle Steals the Show

First broadcast: on CBeebiesLatest broadcast: on CBeebies HD

Available for 11 months

It’s the school show, and Doug, Ali and Mrs Hobbs are performing. Evie gets locked in the toilet, but Waffle saves the day in time to sing his line in the finale and surprise everyone!

Contributors

Evie Brooklyn-Bell:
Tahliya Lowles
Doug Brooklyn-Bell:
Ellis-James Naylor
Simon Brooklyn-Bell:
James Merry
Jess Brooklyn-Bell:
Andrea Valls
Mrs Magenta Hobbs:
Angela Curran
Derek 'Gramps' Bells:
Paul Ryan
Ruby Lester:
Jayda Moore
Mr Metcalfe:
John Biggins
Mr Nolan:
Jason Barnett
Mr Anderson:
Tom Roe
Zoe Sutton:
Eloise Joseph
Miss Berrington:
Rhiannon Harper-Rafferty
Director:
Jack Jameson
Composer:
Kye Sones
Producer:
Matthew Rene
Series Producer:
Fiona Robinson
Executive Producer:
Maddy Darrall
Executive Producer:
Billy MacQueen
Executive Producer:
Beverley Josling
Executive Producer:
Michael Towner

Lead Balloon

Series 3

Episode 6: Mistake

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC HDLatest broadcast: on BBC Four

Sitcom about ex-celebrity comedian Rick Spleen. Rick overhears Mel talking about a lucrative presenting job one of her clients is up for and decides the job should be his. Show more

Lead Balloon

Series 3

Episode 7: Nuts

Duration: 40 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two Northern Ireland (Analogue)Latest broadcast: on BBC Four

Sitcom about an ex-celebrity comedian. Rick is looking forward to spending Christmas at home with Mel, as it will be a well-earned break from playing Mr Smee in panto. Show more

Lead Balloon

Series 4

Episode 1: Pig

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC HDLatest broadcast: on BBC Two Northern Ireland

Sitcom. When a Sunday newspaper wants to do an 'At Home With' feature about Rick's partner Mel, he naturally tries to muscle in on the action. Show more