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Armchair Theatre (1956): cast, story & where to watch

1956 · Series · ★ 6

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Released in 1956, Armchair Theatre is a drama series.

What it’s about. Armchair Theatre is a British television drama anthology series of single plays that ran on the ITV network from 1956 to 1974. It was originally produced by Associated British Corporation, and later by Thames Television from mid-1968.

Who’s in it. Armchair Theatre stars Sean Connery, Katherine Kath as Mila Kosky, Richard Beckinsale as Lewis and Barry Linehan as Cummins, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Armchair Theatre has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Armchair Theatre page.

If you liked it. Fans of Armchair Theatre tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Armchair Theatre (1956)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Armchair Theatre change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Armchair Theatre worth watching?
Armchair Theatre holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Armchair Theatre?
Armchair Theatre stars Sean Connery, Katherine Kath, Richard Beckinsale, Barry Linehan and Bryan Pringle.
When was Armchair Theatre released?
Armchair Theatre was released in 1956.