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Life On Egg. Image shows from L to R: Ann (Karen Bartke), Harry (Harry Hill), Peter (Marek Larwood). Copyright: BBC
Life On Egg

Life On Egg

  • Radio sitcom
  • BBC Radio 4
  • 2017 - 2019
  • 12 episodes (3 series)

Radio 4 sitcom starring Harry Hill as a prison governor. Also features Karen Bartke, Marek Larwood, Tanya Moodie, Dan Maier, Alison Belbin and more.

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Series 2, Episode 3 - Stand-In

When Peter is sent to the mainland for some urgent training, Harry is given a replacement by the minister, who soon has the prison whipped into shape... much to Harry's annoyance.

Further details

When Peter is sent back to the mainland to undergo some urgent diversity training, Harry and Ann are given a replacement guard by The Minister. Warder Leo Hatchet is a tough, uncompromising new screw and soon makes his mark on the prison's regime. But in doing so, has he destroyed The Egg's ambiance? And what about Peter? Will The Minister allow him to return to The Egg, if Hatchet's already doing his job quicker and better?

Broadcast details

Date
Wednesday 10th January 2018
Time
11pm
Channel
BBC Radio 4
Length
15 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Harry Hill Harry
Karen Bartke Ann
Marek Larwood Peter
Tanya Moodie The Minister
Guest cast
Dan Maier Warder Leo Hatchet
Dan Maier Ensemble Actor
Writing team
Dan Maier Writer
Production team
Sam Michell Producer

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