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John Finnemore's Double Acts: Series 2

6 full-cast radio dramas

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John Finnemore's Double Acts: Series 2

By: John Finnemore
Narrated by: John Finnemore
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This is the second series of one-off comedies written by the genius behind the smash-hit radio sitcom Cabin Pressure - John Finnemore. The first series won the coveted Writers Guild of Great Britain award for Best Comedy.

Each show is a comedy perfumed by just two actors - including (across the series) famous household names such as Martin Clunes (Doc Martin), Julia McKenzie (Fresh Fields) and the inimitable voice of Carolyn in Cabin Pressure, Stephanie Cole.

The show comes from Pozzitive, proud producers of Cabin Pressure, Thanks A Lot, Milton Jones!, Jeremy Hardy Speaks To The Nation, The Brig Society, The Castle, Armando Iannucci's Charm Offensive, Shush! and Kevin Eldon Will See You Now....

Stephanie Cole and Kerry Godliman (Derek) star in the first episode - 'The Queen's Speech' - Victoria is very much hoping to see a conjuror, or at the very least a parrot - but instead meets Mabel....

In Episode 2, Julia McKenzie (Fresh Fields) and Gus Brown star in 'Mercy Dash' - Malcolm needs some help. Sue has a spot of time on her hands. Winchester beckons....

In the third show, newcomers Kieran Hodgson (2017 South Bank Arts - Breakthrough Comedy Award) and Ethan Lawrence (Bad Education) are Pidge and Gavin in 'Here's What We Do' - Pidge and Gavin! The old team back together again for one last mission....

And Show 4 pairs the inimitable Una Stubbs (Sherlock) and Tamzin Outhwaite (Redcap) in 'The Rebel Alliance' - Eileen and Lizzie are both determined to enjoy the wedding. No matter what Yvonne does....

Show 5 stars Martin Clunes (Doc Martin) and Tom Goodman-Hill (Humans) with a bit of 'Penguin Diplomac'"- when a chance meeting between Søndergaard and Bunning could very well lead to a new Cold War....

And John Finnemore himself stars in the final show alongside comedy hero Michael Palin in 'The Wroxton Box' - Alec is late as usual. But Percy is wearing different socks. Something big is brewing....

Duration: 3 hours approx.

©2017 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2017 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd
Genre Fiction Literature & Fiction Movie, TV & Video Game Tie-Ins Funny

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Beautifully crafted. Gloriously acted. A real treat. a b c d e f g h

Little gems..

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Absolutely love this. 'Penguin Diplomacy' is one of my favourite audios of all time. Classic Finnemore comedy.

Great BBC comedy

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These were all fantastic. Subtle and gentle but brilliantly written and performed. Each story was very different but all had the same qualities.

John Finnemore is a genius

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I just LOVE John Finnemore's work. He is so clever. And the actors are so convincing. I loved the one with Una Stubbs. She had the most delicious voice - so comforting. More please from John - I am a fan!

Outstanding series

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John Finnemore lets his considerable writing talents loose again. With stand out performances to complement the scripts this is a complete delight

Radio plays at their finest

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cannot recommend it enough.listen listen and listen again
writing superb. acting superb. just listen to these tales PLEASE

just brilliant

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Brilliant! I could listen to this all day, I love Penguin Island.

Definitely recommend this, you won’t be disappointed.

Genius! Fantastic series

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I enjoyed listening to these amazing story's in this great audio book. My favourite story in this was 'Mercy Dash'.

This was a gripping book.

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What more can I say...to reach minimum word count...writing, acting and production faultless as ever.

Brilliant!

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I thought Series 2 was not as consistently good as Series 1. The Rebel Alliance is excruciating, for example. But it has two gems: The Wroxton Box and Penguin Diplomacy. I have listened to the latter over and over. It is certainly my favourite radio play. It is possibly my favourite work of literature of any kind.

Worth it for Penguin Diplomacy alone

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