The Afternoon Play

The Afternoon Play(2003–2007)

Ended
January 27, 2003
60 min/episode

5

Seasons

25

Episodes

Overview

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.

Created by

Will Trotter

Seasons

Series 1

5 episodes • 2003

Series 2

5 episodes • 2004

Series 3

5 episodes • 2005

Series 4

5 episodes • 2006

Series 5

5 episodes • 2007

Crew

Networks

BBC One

Details

Original Language

en

Country of Origin

GB

Type

Scripted

Production

BBC Birmingham

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