The Jason Explanation
- Radio sketch show
- BBC Radio 4
- 1977 - 1981
- 31 episodes (4 series)
David Jason unravels the mysteries of the universe and the meaning of life. Stars David Jason, Miriam Margolyes, Royce Mills, Sheila Steafel, Chris Emmett and more.
Key details
- Genre
- Sketch Show
- Broadcast
- 1977 - 1981
- Channel
- BBC Radio 4
- Episodes
- 31 (4 series)
- Stars
- David Jason, Miriam Margolyes, Royce Mills, Sheila Steafel, Chris Emmett, Norma Ronald, Stephen Moore, David Tate and more
- Writers
- Colin Bostock-Smith, Andy Hamilton, Barry Pilton, Paul Lee, Alistair Beaton, Rory McGrath, Guy Jenkin, Owen Brenman and more
- Producers
- Geoffrey Perkins and Jimmy Mulville
- Company
First there was Lord Clark, then Dr. Bronowski, then came Professor Galbraith, and now... Mr. David Jason. Each episode looks at a different problem and provides 'The Jason Explanation'.
Additional details
- Production
- Studio
Website links
- British Comedy and Drama Website
A guide to the series online. - The Jason Explanation
A more detailed guide to the series (PDF file).
Broadcast details
- First broadcast
- Friday 2nd September 1977 at 10:30pm on BBC Radio 4
- Most recent repeats
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- Thursday 17th March 2022 at 7:00pm on Radio 4 Extra - Series 1, Episode 6
- Thursday 17th March 2022 at 12:00pm on Radio 4 Extra - Series 1, Episode 6
- Thursday 17th March 2022 at 8:00am on Radio 4 Extra - Series 1, Episode 6