The Masterson Inheritance. Image shows from L to R: Phelim McDermott, Josie Lawrence, Jim Sweeney, Caroline Quentin, Lee Simpson, Paul Merton. Copyright: BBC
The Masterson Inheritance
- Radio comedy drama
- BBC Radio 4
- 1993 - 1995
- 18 episodes (3 series)
Improvised comedy following the misfortunates of a dynasty. Stars Josie Lawrence, Phelim McDermott, Paul Merton, Caroline Quentin, Jim Sweeney and Lee Simpson
Episode menu
1993 Christmas Special - The Stuffing of the Mastersons
The family face repercussions from a child's innocent gift.
Broadcast details
- Date
- Saturday 25th December 1993
- Time
- 2pm
- Channel
- BBC Radio 4
- Length
- 30 minutes
Repeats
Show past repeats
| Date | Time | Channel |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 20th December 2011 | 11:30pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Saturday 20th December 2014 | 9:30am | Radio 4 Extra |
| Saturday 20th December 2014 | 7:30pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Saturday 19th December 2020 | 9:30am | Radio 4 Extra |
| Saturday 19th December 2020 | 7:30pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Saturday 25th December 2021 | 9:30am | Radio 4 Extra |
| Saturday 25th December 2021 | 7:30pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Monday 25th December 2023 | 11:30pm | Radio 4 Extra |
Cast & crew
| Josie Lawrence | Ensemble Actor |
| Phelim McDermott | Ensemble Actor |
| Paul Merton | Ensemble Actor |
| Caroline Quentin | Ensemble Actor |
| Jim Sweeney | Ensemble Actor |
| Lee Simpson | Narrator |
| Phil Clarke | Producer |