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
Series 3, Episode 2 - The Mastersons Magical Marquee, Part 2
The concluding part of the improvised historical family saga's two-part tale about a Victorian travelling circus.
Broadcast details
- Date
- Saturday 15th July 1995
- Time
- 12:25pm
- Channel
- BBC Radio 4
Repeats
Show past repeats
| Date | Time | Channel |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday 25th November 2009 | 11:30pm | Radio 7 |
| Tuesday 11th December 2012 | 11:30pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Sunday 7th December 2014 | 11:30pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Thursday 3rd November 2016 | 11:30pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Wednesday 29th August 2018 | 11:00pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Tuesday 23rd February 2021 | 11:30pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Sunday 4th September 2022 | 11:00pm | Radio 4 Extra |
Cast & crew
| Josie Lawrence | Ensemble Actor |
| Phelim McDermott | Ensemble Actor |
| Paul Merton | Ensemble Actor |
| Caroline Quentin | Ensemble Actor |
| Lee Simpson | Ensemble Actor |
| Jim Sweeney | Narrator |
| Phil Clarke | Producer |