The Afternoon Play (2003)
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The Afternoon Play is a British television anthology series of standalone contemporary dramas aired during the afternoons of 2003–07 on BBC One, featuring well-known actors in one-off stories. A daytime drama strand showcasing a variety of genres, from comedy to mystery, it was part of a long tradition of afternoon plays on BBC Radio 4, which would go on to influence the television version.
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Lucy DavisLaura
Ralph InesonRob Coles
Denise WelchCarole Haye
Tim DantayTrevor Haye
Glynis BarberBrenda
Rae BakerInezCharlie HayesSuzy Haye
Neil NewbonMalcolm Haye
Anatol YusefAhmed
Jeremy SheffieldTom Rourke
June WhitfieldIris RourkeMandana JonesSarahMovie DNA
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What is The Afternoon Play about?
The Afternoon Play is a British television anthology series of standalone contemporary dramas aired during the afternoons of 2003–07 on BBC One, featuring well-known actors in one-off stories. A daytime drama strand showcasing a variety of genres, from comedy to mystery, it was part of a long tradition of afternoon plays on BBC Radio 4, which would go on to influence the television version.
How long is The Afternoon Play?
The Afternoon Play has a runtime of 60 minutes.