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Open Book

Amanda Coe, Kathy Reichs, Catalan literature

Duration: 28 minutes

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

Available for over a year

Amanda Coe tells Mariella Frostrup about her double writing life as novelist and screenwriter, Kathy Reichs on the book she would never lend, and the secrets of Sherlock Holmes. Show more

Contributors

Interviewed Guest:
Amanda Coe
Interviewed Guest:
Kathy Reichs

Duration: 1 hour, 25 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC FourLatest broadcast: on BBC Four

Available for years

Drama based on events in the life of Margot Fonteyn. Fonteyn (Anne-Marie Duff) faces a crisis in her marriage and retirement as a prima ballerina, but then Rudolf Nureyev arrives. Show more

Contributors

Margot Fonteyn:
Anne-Marie Duff
Fred Ashton:
Derek Jacobi
Good Looking Boy:
Ben Stott
Producer:
Celia Duval
Director:
Otto Bathurst
Writer:
Amanda Coe

Duration: 1 hour, 27 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two EnglandLatest broadcast: on BBC Four HD

In 1963, Mary Whitehouse embarked on a mission to clean up British television. This is a drama inspired by real events that brings life to the battle for Britain's morals. Show more

Contributors

Sir Hugh Carleton-Greene:
Hugh Bonneville
Mary Whitehouse:
Julie Walters
Ernest Whitehouse:
Alun Armstrong
Norah Buckland:
Georgie Glen
Rev Basil Buckland:
Timothy Davies
Paul Whitehouse:
Paul Westwood
Richard Whitehouse:
Drew Webb
Christopher Whitehouse:
Jeremy Legat
Lord Charlie Hill:
Ron Cook
David Turner:
William Beck
Harman Grisewood:
Nicholas Woodeson
Executive Producer:
Leanne Klein
Writer:
Amanda Coe

Apple Tree Yard

Series 1

Episode 2

Duration: 58 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: on BBC Four

Psychological thriller. A devastated Yvonne confides in a former lover and is plunged from one nightmare into another. Show more

Contributors

Yvonne Carmichael:
Emily Watson
Mark Costley:
Ben Chaplin
Gary Carmichael:
Mark Bonnar
George Selway:
Steven Elder
Susannah:
Susan Lynch
Kevin Proctor:
Darren Morfitt
Writer:
Amanda Coe
Director:
Jessica Hobbs
Producer:
Chris Carey
Executive Producer:
Manda Levin
Executive Producer:
Amanda Coe

Apple Tree Yard

Series 1

Episode 1

Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: on BBC Four

Psychological thriller. When a scientist meets an enigmatic stranger, she is shocked by the passion he awakens in her. However, she gradually begins to suspect more is at play. Show more

Contributors

Yvonne Carmichael:
Emily Watson
Mark Costley:
Ben Chaplin
Gary Carmichael:
Mark Bonnar
Susannah:
Susan Lynch
George Selway:
Steven Elder
Sathnam:
Assad Zaman
Select Committee Chair:
Helen Anderson
Security Guard:
Andre Nightingale
Writer:
Amanda Coe
Director:
Jessica Hobbs
Producer:
Chris Carey
Executive Producer:
Manda Levin
Executive Producer:
Amanda Coe

Woman's Hour

Weekend Woman's Hour: Christine Keeler, Nursing, Women and Comedy, Vanessa Kirby

Duration: 58 minutes

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

Available for over a year

The life of Christine Keeler. What's wrong with Nursing? Vanessa Kirby on playing Princess Margaret in The Crown. Plus what's the point of an office Christmas party? Show more

Contributors

Presenter:
Jenni Murray
Interviewed Guest:
Amanda Coe
Interviewed Guest:
Anne Chisholm
Interviewed Guest:
Vanessa Kirby
Interviewed Guest:
Alison Leary
Interviewed Guest:
Lara Carmona
Interviewed Guest:
Lisa Moore
Interviewed Guest:
Tiff Stevenson
Interviewed Guest:
Nimco Ali
Interviewed Guest:
Helen Nianias
Interviewed Guest:
Jackie Fast

Duration: 57 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One LondonLatest broadcast: on BBC One Cambridgeshire

The shooting at Wimpole Mews leads to press attention, and Christine decides to sell her story. A chill wind begins to blow for War Minister John Profumo. Show more

Contributors

Christine Keeler:
Sophie Cookson
Stephen Ward:
James Norton
Mandy Rice-Davies:
Ellie Bamber
Valerie Profumo:
Emilia Fox
John Profumo:
Ben Miles
Bill Astor:
Michael Maloney
Redmayne:
Tim McInnerny
Eugene Ivanov:
Visar Vishka
Writer:
Amanda Coe
Director:
Andrea Harkin
Production Company:
Ecosse Films
Production Company:
Great Meadow Productions

Duration: 59 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One YorkshireLatest broadcast: on BBC One East Midlands

Drama about the notorious Profumo Affair. In 1960s London, model Christine Keeler deals with an explosive love triangle, while War Minister John Profumo seeks press attention. Show more

Contributors

Christine Keeler:
Sophie Cookson
Stephen Ward:
James Norton
Mandy Rice-Davies:
Ellie Bamber
Valerie Profumo:
Emilia Fox
John Profumo:
Ben Miles
Bill Astor:
Michael Maloney
Redmayne:
Tim McInnerny
Eugene Ivanov:
Visar Vishka
Lucky Gordon:
Anthony Welsh
Writer:
Amanda Coe
Director:
Andrea Harkin
Production Company:
Ecosse Films
Production Company:
Great Meadow Productions

Duration: 58 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: on BBC One Channel Islands

Pressure mounts and Christine flees to Spain. Profumo orders Stephen Ward to intervene as her story nears publication. Show more

Contributors

Christine Keeler:
Sophie Cookson
Stephen Ward:
James Norton
Mandy Rice-Davies:
Ellie Bamber
Valerie Profumo:
Emilia Fox
John Profumo:
Ben Miles
Bill Astor:
Michael Maloney
Redmayne:
Tim McInnerny
Writer:
Amanda Coe
Director:
Andrea Harkin
Production Company:
Ecosse Films
Production Company:
Great Meadow Productions

Duration: 59 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: on BBC One East Midlands

Christine’s star rises, while Profumo has to face the music. As the powers that be come after Stephen Ward in retribution, friendships and loyalties are tested to the limit. Show more

Contributors

Christine Keeler:
Sophie Cookson
Stephen Ward:
James Norton
Mandy Rice-Davies:
Ellie Bamber
Valerie Profumo:
Emilia Fox
John Profumo:
Ben Miles
Bill Astor:
Michael Maloney
Lucky Gordon:
Anthony Welsh
Writer:
Amanda Coe
Director:
Andrea Harkin
Production Company:
Ecosse Films
Production Company:
Great Meadow Productions

Duration: 59 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One LondonLatest broadcast: on BBC One Yorks & Lincs

Stephen Ward is on trial at the Old Bailey. He trusts his friends in high places to help him, but will Christine's lie about Lucky Gordon be revealed in court? Show more

Contributors

Christine Keeler:
Sophie Cookson
Stephen Ward:
James Norton
Mandy Rice-Davies:
Ellie Bamber
Valerie Profumo:
Emilia Fox
John Profumo:
Ben Miles
James Burge:
Peter Davison
Lucky Gordon:
Anthony Welsh
Writer:
Amanda Coe
Director:
Leanne Welham
Production Company:
Ecosse Films
Production Company:
Great Meadow Productions

Duration: 58 minutes

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

Stephen's life hangs in the balance as his sentence is decided. Christine's lie about Lucky Gordon haunts her as she faces trial for perjury. Show more

Contributors

Christine Keeler:
Sophie Cookson
Stephen Ward:
James Norton
Mandy Rice-Davies:
Ellie Bamber
John Profumo:
Ben Miles
Valerie Profumo:
Emilia Fox
Hutchinson:
Paul Ritter
James Burge:
Peter Davison
Writer:
Amanda Coe
Director:
Leanne Welham
Production Company:
Ecosse Films
Production Company:
Great Meadow Productions

Woman's Hour

Christine Keeler, Mothers and criticism, FGM

Duration: 41 minutes

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

Available for over a year

Programme that offers a female perspective on the world. Three mothers discuss how they deal with criticism about their parenting. Show more

Contributors

Presenter:
Jane Garvey
Interviewed Guest:
Amanda Coe
Interviewed Guest:
Anne Chisholm
Interviewed Guest:
Leanne Armitage
Interviewed Guest:
Nimco Ali

Black Narcissus

Series 1

Episode 1

Duration: 59 minutes

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

Sister Clodagh and the sisters of St Faith start a school at the mysterious palace of Mopu, helped by Mr Dean. But is the palace haunted? Show more

Contributors

Sister Clodagh:
Gemma Arterton
Sister Ruth:
Aisling Franciosi
Sister Briony:
Rosie Cavaliero
Sister Philippa:
Karen Bryson
Sister Blanche:
Patsy Ferran
Angu Ayah:
Nila Aalia
General Toda Rai:
Kulvinder Ghir
Mother Dorothea:
Diana Rigg
Father Roberts:
Jim Broadbent
Writer:
Amanda Coe
Production Company:
DNA Films
Production Company:
FX Productions

Black Narcissus

Series 1

Episode 2

Duration: 59 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One CambridgeshireLatest broadcast: on BBC One Wales

Sister Clodagh begins to lose control of the convent. Feelings come to a head between Clodagh, Ruth and Mr Dean at the Christmas celebration. Show more

Contributors

Sister Clodagh:
Gemma Arterton
Sister Ruth:
Aisling Franciosi
Sister Briony:
Rosie Cavaliero
Sister Philippa:
Karen Bryson
Sister Blanche:
Patsy Ferran
Angu Ayah:
Nila Aalia
General Toda Rai:
Kulvinder Ghir
Dilip Rai:
Chaneil Kular
Mother Dorothea:
Diana Rigg
Writer:
Amanda Coe
Production Company:
DNA Films
Production Company:
FX Productions

Black Narcissus

Series 1

Episode 3

Duration: 57 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One Northern IrelandLatest broadcast: on BBC One Yorkshire

As Dilip and Kanchi are discovered together, Clodagh and Ruth clash over Mr Dean. All the nuns must confront their desires - with tragic consequences. Show more

Contributors

Sister Clodagh:
Gemma Arterton
Sister Ruth:
Aisling Franciosi
Sister Briony:
Rosie Cavaliero
Sister Philippa:
Karen Bryson
Sister Blanche:
Patsy Ferran
Angu Ayah:
Nila Aalia
General Toda Rai:
Kulvinder Ghir
Sister Adela:
Gina McKee
Father Roberts:
Jim Broadbent
Writer:
Amanda Coe
Production Company:
DNA Films
Production Company:
FX Productions

Woman's Hour

Maria Miller, Life in Squares, Male weight loss

Duration: 58 minutes

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

Available for over a year

Presented by Emma Barnett. Featuring Maria Miller, chair of the new Women and Equalities Select Committee, Amanda Coe on her new drama Life in Squares, and family estrangement. Show more

Contributors

Presenter:
Emma Barnett
Producer:
Ruth Watts
Interviewed Guest:
Maria Miller
Interviewed Guest:
Amanda Coe
Interviewed Guest:
Reni Eddo-Lodge
Interviewed Guest:
Anita Bhagwandas

Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: on BBC FourLatest broadcast: on BBC Four

Adaptation of John Braine's novel. Joe arrives with money and sex on his mind, but his plan to marry into the middle classes is blown apart by his love for an older, married woman. Show more

Contributors

Joe Lampton:
Matthew McNulty
Alice Aisgill:
Maxine Peake
Susan Brown:
Jenna Coleman
Mr Hoylake:
Peter Wight
Mr Brown:
Kevin McNally
Mrs Thompson:
Julia Ford
Mr Thompson:
Kevin Doyle
Charles:
Tom Brooke
Jack Wales:
Theo James
Eva Storr:
Zoe Telford
Bob Storr:
Paul Hilton
George Aisgill:
Daniel Flynn
Mrs Brown:
Beatrice Comins
Writer:
Amanda Coe
Producer:
Paul Frift
Producer:
Paul Frift
Producer:
Aisling Walsh

Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: on BBC FourLatest broadcast: on BBC HD

Adaptation of John Braine's novel. After an illicit holiday with married Alice, Joe realises that he is going to have to choose between her and Susan - will it be money or love? Show more

Contributors

Joe Lampton:
Matthew McNulty
Alice Aisgill:
Maxine Peake
Susan Brown:
Jenna Coleman
Mr Hoylake:
Peter Wight
Mr Brown:
Kevin McNally
Mrs Thompson:
Julia Ford
Mr Thompson:
Kevin Doyle
Charles:
Tom Brooke
Jack Wales:
Theo James
Eva Storr:
Zoe Telford
Bob Storr:
Paul Hilton
George Aisgill:
Daniel Flynn
George:
Byron Owen
Writer:
Amanda Coe
Producer:
Paul Frift
Producer:
Paul Frift
Producer:
Aisling Walsh

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Four

Drama based on the life of the most important cookery writer of the past century, Elizabeth David, who was an unconventional person with a profound passion for food, life and men. Show more

Contributors

Elizabeth David:
Catherine McCormack
Peter Higgins:
Greg Wise
Norman Douglas:
Karl Johnson
Charles Gibson Cowan:
Kieran O'Brien
Tony David:
Andrew Havill
Writer:
Amanda Coe
Director:
James Kent
Producer:
Leanne Klein