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BBC Play of the Month

Season 6 (9 Episodes)

Live stage plays adapted for television, airing monthly.

Season 6 Episodes:

Episode 1 Macbeth

1. Macbeth

Aired: Sep 20, 1970

The Thane of Cawdor hatches a treacherous plan to usurp the throne, aiming to...

Episode 2 Ross

2. Ross

Aired: Oct 18, 1970

An airman with a reserved exterior hides a mysterious and troubled past, piqu...

Episode 3 Uncle Vanya

3. Uncle Vanya

Aired: Nov 7, 1970

A retired professor begins a fresh chapter at his inherited estate, surrounde...

Episode 4 Five Finger Exercise

4. Five Finger Exercise

Aired: Dec 23, 1970

A charismatic young tutor sparks a maelstrom of emotions in a family, uncover...

Episode 5 Act of Betrayal

5. Act of Betrayal

Aired: Jan 2, 1971

The Jacksons are assigned surveillance duty to monitor a suspicious character...

Episode 6 Candida

6. Candida

Aired: Feb 20, 1971

A devout cleric unites his unwavering faith with his passion for social refor...

Episode 7 The Wild Duck

7. The Wild Duck

Aired: Mar 20, 1971

A shocking revelation from a trusted ally sends a family's peaceful dynamic i...

Episode 8 Don Juan in Hell

8. Don Juan in Hell

Aired: Apr 24, 1971

Don Juan faces off against the Devil in a heart-pumping battle in the depths ...

Episode 9 Platonov

9. Platonov

Aired: May 23, 1971

Platonov's captivating charm and intellect fail to secure lasting connections...

Info about BBC Play of the Month

Seasons: 16

Current Status: Ended

Network: BBC One

Genres:Drama