Vent. Ben (Neil Pearson). Copyright: BBC
Vent

Vent

  • Radio sitcom
  • BBC Radio 4
  • 2006 - 2009
  • 19 episodes (3 series)

Radio comedy starring Neil Pearson as a man recovering from a coma. This sitcom is based on writer Nigel Smith's own experiences. Also features Fiona Allen, Josie Lawrence, Leslie Ash, Scarlett Milburn-Smith, Jo Martin and more.

Episode menu

Series 2, Episode 5 - Alternatives

As Ben wonders how to make sense of his coma, Blitz suggests he might need the help of a script doctor. But if his life really were like a Hollywood film, would he really like the way it ended? And who would play which part?

Broadcast details

Date
Tuesday 23rd October 2007
Time
11pm
Channel
BBC Radio 4
Length
30 minutes

Repeats

Show past repeats

Date Time Channel
Thursday 7th October 2010 11:30pm Radio 7
Friday 9th December 2011 11:30pm Radio 4 Extra
Sunday 1st December 2013 11:00pm Radio 4 Extra
Tuesday 21st April 2015 11:30pm Radio 4 Extra
Monday 28th August 2017 11:30pm Radio 4 Extra
Tuesday 10th September 2019 11:00pm Radio 4 Extra
Tuesday 28th September 2021 11:30pm Radio 4 Extra
Saturday 3rd June 2023 11:00pm Radio 4 Extra

Cast & crew

Cast
Neil Pearson Ben
Fiona Allen Mary
Josie Lawrence Mum
Leslie Ash Blitz
Mark Perry Ensemble Actor
Jo Martin Ensemble Actor
Tim Whitnall Ensemble Actor
Nicholas Hutchison Ensemble Actor
Guest cast
Barunka O'Shaughnessy Ensemble Actor
Writing team
Nigel Smith Writer
Production team
Gareth Edwards Producer

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