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The Afternoon Play

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The Afternoon Play — Plot

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.

  • Release date
  • January 27, 2003
  • Runtime
  • 60 min
  • TMDB score
  • 6.5
5 seasons Drama, Comedy, Mystery

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