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The Singing DetectiveSeries 1
Episode 4 of 6

Marlow as a child visits London, but is not impressed. A film option on Marlow's novel thickens the plot. His memories, his 30s style gumshoe fiction and his disease weave him an altered reality.

1 hour, 7 minutes

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Wed 21 Oct 202623:20
BBC Four

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  • Max Harris & His Novelty Trio

    Peg O' My Heart

Credits

Philip MarlowMichael Gambon
Mark BinneyPatrick Malahide
Nurse MillsJoanne Whalley
Mr TomkeyLeslie French
WriterDennis Potter
DirectorJon Amiel
ProducerJohn Harris
NicolaJanet Suzman
Mrs MarlowAlison Steadman
Mr HallDavid Ryall
ReginaldGerard Horan
Mr MarlowJim Carter
First Mysterious ManRon Cook
Second Mysterious ManGeorge Rossi
George AdamsCharles Simon
SchoolteacherJanet Henfrey
Philip (aged 10)Lyndon Davies
Grandad BaxterWally Thomas

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