As the Great Fire of London in 1666 smoulders, Samuel Pepys remembers the homeless camped out on Moorfields. With Kris Marshall. Show more
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Elizabeth starts practising writing her journal, but Sam disapproves of her writing things down before they happen. Stars Kris Marshall and Katherine Jakeways. Show more
Elizabeth is furious with Sam over his affair with the maid and refuses to wash. Still unsure, she gets Debs to confess. With Kris Marshall and Katherine Jakeways. Show more
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In the Family
45 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW
By Sean Grundy. A strange tale in which dysfunctional family relationships reach new heights - and depths. Show more
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Hattie Naylor - The Forgotten
1 hour
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
The aftermath of a nameless war is the setting for a dark retelling of the story of 'The Sleeping Beauty'. Stars Tim McMullan. Show more
Sam is besieged by desperate wives whose men fought at sea for no money. One of them makes a moving appeal. Stars Kris Marshall and Katherine Jakeways. Show more
Rumours that 1666 might prove to be an unlucky year are of no concern to Samuel Pepys. He is far more interested in his new friend, Mrs Knipp. With Kris Marshall. Show more
Sam's affair with his maid has put a huge strain on his marriage. Elizabeth will not let Sam leave the house without a guard. With Kris Marshall and Katherine Jakeways. Show more
Sam is at Whitehall when he spots Debs, his former maid and lover. Unable to resist his pounding heart, he follows her. With Kris Marshall and Katherine Jakeways. Show more
Sam's eyes are causing him so much pain from writing in candlelight that he asks the King for time off from work so he can rest. Stars Kris Marshall and Katherine Jakeways. Show more
4 Extra Debut. It's 1664, and Sam's thoughts turn towards the ladies in his life while his wife gets attention from Sam's uncle Wight. Stars Kris Marshall, Katherine Jakeways. Show more
Sam's younger brother Tom falls seriously ill, but the diagnosis is unclear. Then secrets emerge about Tom's lifestyle. With Kris Marshall, Katherine Jakeways. Show more
The Pepys household see the launch of the Royal Catherine, and the year ends with a row for Sam and Elizabeth. With Kris Marshall and Katherine Jakeways. Show more
4 Extra Debut. At the start of 1665, a severe frost brings London's horses to a standstill and the streets are given over to football. With Kris Marshall, Katherine Jakeways. Show more
A freezing cold winter gives way to a May heatwave, and the dreaded bubonic plague claims its first victims. With Kris Marshall, Katherine Jakeways. Show more
In spite of sickness and fear around him, Sam has one of the most enjoyable nights of his life. Stars Kris Marshall, Katherine Jakeways. Show more
As the rebuilding of London begins, demolition work at St Paul's causes trouble for the neighbours. A fire at Sam's home threatens not just the family but his precious books. Show more
Sam has a visit from Christopher Wren, and learns of the death of an old friend, Robert Hooke, who played a key role in the rebuilding of London after the Great Fire. Show more
Sam, now close to death, looks back on the city he has loved. London, once devastated by the Great Fire, has arisen anew from the ashes. Show more
Sam and Elizabeth are enjoying the sights of Paris. Without warning, Elizabeth falls ill and they must return home. With Kris Marshall and Katherine Jakeways. Show more