An anthology series of television plays which aired on BBC1 from October 1964 to May 1970. The plays were usually written for television, although adaptations from other sources also featured.
- Created by
- Sydney Newman
Seasons and episodes
9 seasons · 207 episodes
6
- 1S6 E1
The Parachute
Aug 6, 196975 min
- 2S6 E2
Pitchi Poi
Sep 24, 196975 min
- 3S6 E3
The Last Train through Harecastle Tunnel
Oct 1, 196975 min
A shy clerk suffers from his colleagues petty office politics and contemptuous treatment of him, but this weekend, as a deeply involved train spotter, the closing of an old tunnel is his big adventure. On the way up, he encounters a well of
- 4S6 E4
Patterson O.K.
Oct 8, 196975 min
A story about growing up, falling in love and settling old scores in the unfriendly environment of a big city.
- 5S6 E5
The Mark II Wife
Oct 15, 196975 min
A woman who suspects her husband of having an affair reveals her suspicions at a party.
- 6S6 E6
Close the Coalhouse Door
Oct 23, 196975 min
The history of the mining industry in the northeast of England is told through family drama, comedy sketches and song.
Starring
Frequently asked questions
- Where can I watch The Wednesday Play?
- The Wednesday Play is not currently listed on a streaming service in the US. Use the country picker on the page to check other markets.
- How many seasons of The Wednesday Play are there?
- The Wednesday Play has 9 seasons and 207 episodes. Status: Ended.
- Will there be a new season of The Wednesday Play?
- The Wednesday Play has ended; no new episodes are scheduled. The final episode aired on May 27, 1970.
- Who stars in The Wednesday Play?
- The Wednesday Play stars Tony Selby, John Bailey, Michael Robbins, Rosemary Leach, Cleo Sylvestre.
