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Radio 4 Extra,30 Jul 2004,45 mins

Stan

Available for 20 days

**** This programme was suggested by Susan Turner and Simon Brown as part of BBC Radio 4 Extra’s All Request Weekend **** August, 1957. Death is threatening to separate the legendary, pioneering film duo, Laurel and Hardy. Stan Laurel tries to summon up a poignant and powerful farewell to his ailing partner Oliver Hardy. Starring Tom Courtenay and Ewan Bailey. Written by Neil Brand. Stan .... Tom Courtenay Ollie .... Ewan Bailey Uncle Cecil .... Ed Bishop Woman .... Barbara Barnes Director: Ned Chaillet First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in July 2004. **** To nominate a programme from the archives that you would like to hear again, please email radio4extra@bbc.co.uk ****

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