The Afternoon Play
2003•5 Seasons•25 Episodes•7.0•Ended
DramaComedyMystery
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.
Creator
Will Trotter
Network
BBC One
Origin
GB
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