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Duration: 44 minutes

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

Moscow, 1852. Nikolai Gogol nurses his-long suffering nose as he works on a sequel to his satirical novel, Dead Souls. Comedy by Alastair Jessiman. Show more

Contributors

Father Mathew:
Crawford Logan
Countess:
Joanna Tope
Shchepkin:
John Buick
Landlady:
Isabelle Joss
Director:
Bruce Young
Producer:
Bruce Young

Genres

Bob Servant

Independent

Episode 2: A Local Man

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC FourLatest broadcast: on BBC Scotland HD

Available for years

Comedy series about a man seeking political office. The by-election favourite Nick Edwards arrives and Bob is determined to derail him with his 'Local Man' campaign. Show more

Contributors

Bob Servant:
Brian Cox
Lady Provost:
Vicki Liddelle
Philippa Edwards:
Pollyanna McIntosh
Nick Edwards:
Rufus Jones
Taxi Driver:
John Buick
Delivery Man:
James Young
Provost's Secretary:
Kirstin McLean
Medical Director:
Ron Donachie
Director:
Annie Griffin
Producer:
Owen Bell

Duration: 1 hour

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

After the murder of the Red Fox, Alan and David are chased through the Highlands. Stars Owen Whitelaw. Show more

Contributors

David Balfour:
Owen Whitelaw
Alan Breck:
Michael Nardone
Ebenezer:
David Hayman
Rankeillor:
John Buick
James Stewart:
Finlay McLean
Director:
Bruce Young
Producer:
Bruce Young
Adaptor:
Chris Dolan

Classic Serial

Ian Rankin - Rebus: Set in Darkness

Episode 2

Duration: 58 minutes

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

The Edinburgh cop suspects other cases are linked to his, but crime boss Cafferty has different ideas. Starring Ron Donachie. From October 2014. Show more

Drama

The Trial of Joseph Knight

Duration: 44 minutes

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

In the late 18th century, plantation owner Sir John Wedderburn returns to Scotland from the West Indies, bringing with him an African slave, Joseph Knight. By May Sumbwanyambe. Show more

Contributors

Joseph Knight:
Nana Amoo-Gottfried
Sir John Wedderburn:
Ron Donachie
Annie Thomson:
Anita Vettesse
Margaret Wedderburn:
Helen Mackay
Sheriff Swinton:
John Buick
Director:
Bruce Young
Producer:
Bruce Young

Genres

Brand

Drama

Drama on 4

Big Sky

Duration: 45 minutes

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

Thriller by Anna Maloney. A detainee in Guantanamo prison claims he briefly escaped his captors during a refuelling stopover at a Scottish airport. Show more

Contributors

Lindsey Regan:
Kerry Fox
Rob Quinn:
Andy Clark
Youssef Mohammed:
Umar Ahmed
Major Mirksy:
Grant O'Rourke
Mrs Campbell:
Molly Innes
Director:
Bruce Young
Producer:
Bruce Young

Genres

McLevy

Series 10

Episode 4: A Secret Life

Duration: 45 minutes

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

Available for years

Riots break out on the streets of Leith, and McLevy's relationship with Jean Brash takes on an unfamiliar intensity. Show more

Saturday Drama

Murder Under Trust: The Massacre at Glencoe

Duration: 1 hour

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

4 Extra Debut. Events leading up to the Highland massacre in 1692, where soldiers rose up and killed their lodging hosts. Starring John Buick. Show more

Contributors

Marquis of Tweeddale:
John Buick
Colonel Hill:
Brian Pettifer
Lt Col Hamilton:
Jordan Young
Laird of Glenlyon:
Matthew Zajac
Alasdair MacIain:
Paul Young
Lt Lindsay:
Martin McBride
Eiblin MacDonald:
Julie Duncanson
Duncan Campbell:
Iain Robertson
Helen MacDonald:
Anne Lacey
Neil McDonald:
Stewart Campbell
Director:
Bruce Young
Producer:
Bruce Young

Genres

Drama on 4

The Sensitive

Episode 6: The Sensitive - The Protector

Duration: 45 minutes

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

Alastair Jessiman's gentle psychic detective investigates the disappearance of a family friend, and discovers a shocking secret about his own past. Show more

Contributors

Mrs Soutar:
Sheila Donald
Jean Harvey:
Anne Downie
Minister:
John Buick
Director:
Bruce Young
Producer:
Bruce Young

Drama on 3

Mary Stuart

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 3Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 3

Friedrich Schiller's account of the extraordinary relationship between England's Elizabeth I and her rival cousin, Mary Queen of Scots. In a version by David Harrower. Show more

Contributors

Mary Stuart:
Meg Fraser
Queen Elizabeth:
Alexandra Mathie
Mathie Mortimer:
Matthew Pidgeon
Leicester:
Robin Laing
Jane Kennedy:
Wendy Seager
Davidson:
Laurie Brown
Aubespine:
Grant O'Rourke
Melville:
John Buick

Genres

Drama on 4

Single Beds

Duration: 45 minutes

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

By Colin Hough. A seriously funny comedy about prejudice, vintage cars and taxidermy. What happens when a B&B owner refuses newlyweds Geoff and Val a double room? Show more

Bob Servant

Independent

Episode 1: Launch Day

Duration: 28 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC FourLatest broadcast: on BBC Scotland HD

Available for years

Comedy series about a man seeking political office in Scotland. Bob launches his campaign with controversial results. A radio appearance leads to a visit from the police. Show more

Contributors

Bob Servant:
Brian Cox
Taxi Driver:
John Buick
Radio Producer:
Moyo Akande
Miss Wilson:
Lesley Hart
Paramedic:
Jordan Young
Director:
Annie Griffin
Producer:
Owen Bell

Doctors

Series 17

Episode 196: The Last Days of Queen Victoria

Duration: 28 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: on BBC One Wales

Sid meets his old dinner lady on her last day of work. Ayesha has to deal with the fallout of Bren's eviction. Barry finds out that Valerie is ill. Show more

Contributors

Dr Sid Vere:
Ashley Rice
Dr Emma Reid:
Dido Miles
Ayesha Lee:
Laura Rollins
Karen Hollins:
Jan Pearson
Rob Hollins:
Chris Walker
Valerie Pitman:
Sarah Moyle
Barry Biglow:
David Perks
Victoria Crumb:
Sandra Duncan
Nigel Yarwood:
John Buick
Executive Producer:
Mike Hobson