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

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 3 - Masterson Rides Again

The life of young Billy at his Victorian boarding school.

Broadcast details

Date
Saturday 22nd July 1995
Time
12:25pm
Channel
BBC Radio 4

Repeats

Show past repeats

Date Time Channel
Wednesday 2nd December 2009 11:30pm Radio 7
Tuesday 18th December 2012 11:30pm Radio 4 Extra
Sunday 14th December 2014 11:30pm Radio 4 Extra
Thursday 10th November 2016 11:30pm Radio 4 Extra
Wednesday 5th September 2018 11:00pm Radio 4 Extra
Tuesday 2nd March 2021 11:30pm Radio 4 Extra
Sunday 11th September 2022 11:00pm Radio 4 Extra

Cast & crew

Cast
Josie Lawrence Ensemble Actor
Phelim McDermott Ensemble Actor
Paul Merton Ensemble Actor
Caroline Quentin Ensemble Actor
Jim Sweeney Ensemble Actor
Lee Simpson Narrator
Production team
Phil Clarke Producer

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