The Afternoon Play

Overview

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.

Seasons

Specials

20053 episodes

Series 1

20035 episodes

Series 2

20045 episodes

Series 3

20055 episodes

Series 4

20065 episodes

Series 5

20075 episodes