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The Galton And Simpson Playhouse. Copyright: BBC
The Galton And Simpson Playhouse

The Galton And Simpson Playhouse

  • Radio sitcom
  • BBC Radio 4
  • 1998 - 1999
  • 4 episodes (1 series)

Legendary comedy writers Ray Galton and Alan Simpson celebrate their partnership's 50th anniversary with four radio adaptations of their work.

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