The Play on One
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Play S1 E1A series of television plays, some original, some based on pre-existing plays or novels.
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8 episodes
- 1. Down Where the Buffalo GoBased at the Holy Loch naval base, the holy union of US Marine Carl and local girl Rachel is on the rocks, as she wants to leave Scotland and settle in America while he wants to remain.CC1 h 15 minJan 19, 1988
- 2. The Dark RoomA reclusive couple live on a Scotland block with their infant son. But it soon becomes apparent there's something strange about their situation and the wife is on the verge of a breakdown. But just what is their secret?CC59minJan 26, 1988
- 3. Normal ServiceIt's General Election Day 1964, and the resources of Forth and Clyde Television are under stress. Too many shows want too many things done too quickly. Some of the design and graphics staff are intent on not getting involved. Others won't survive the strain.CC1 h 15 minFeb 2, 1988
- 4. The Dunroamin' RisingA former firebrand socialist finds himself in a care home after a fall renders him unable to look after himself. But after learning that the staff are to be sacked for economic reasons, he rallies the residents to fight back.CC59minFeb 9, 1988
5. A Wholly Healthy GlasgowA new, idealistic gym instructor threatens the seedy lifestyle of the current employees of the Adonis Health Club in Glasgow.CC1 h 11 minFeb 16, 1988- 6. Unreported IncidentOnce enemies at opposite ends of a gun on the Irish border, Jack Lawrence and Jimmy Dunne wound up with lives inextricably entwined. Chat show host Michael Flynn wants a sob story with a happy ending, but Jack and Jimmy give him something else entirely.CC59minFeb 23, 1988
- 7. AirbaseMadeline Kohler, a young female American Air Force officer, is posted to the all-male world of a U.S. airbase in Britain.CC59minMar 1, 1988
8. The PartyWhile Paris students protest in May 1968, television producer Joe Shawcross hosts a discussion of Socialist beliefs and actions in his fashionable London home, only to realise that he is not living his own ideals.CC59minMar 8, 1988
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The Play on One
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A series of television plays, some original, some based on pre-existing plays or novels.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Bill Bryden
- Studio
- BBC, BBC Scotland, BBC Cymru Wales
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Audio languages
English
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