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The Yellowplush Papers

The Yellowplush Papers

  • Radio comedy drama
  • BBC Radio 4
  • 2009
  • 5 episodes (1 series)

Series of comic tales recounting the rise and fall of early-19th century footman Charles Yellowplush. Stars Adam Buxton. Stars Adam Buxton and Annabelle Dowler.

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Series 1, Episode 2 - Captain Rook

Charles helps his new employer Captain Rook, a wily and roguish cardsharp, to fleece a rich but naive gentleman.

Broadcast details

Date
Monday 16th February 2009
Time
11:30am
Channel
BBC Radio 4
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Adam Buxton Charles Yellowplush
Guest cast
Stephen Critchlow Rook
Dan Starkey Blewitt
Inam Mirza Dawkins
Donnla Hughes Becky
Robert Lonsdale James/Waiter
Jonathan Tafler Clerk
Writing team
William Makepeace Thackeray Writer
Stephen Wyatt Writer (Adapted By)
Production team
Abigail le Fleming Director

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