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The Dying Wish by Rosemary Kay

Episode 3 of 3

Befriended by a lonely old woman upstairs, Fran and Abe agree to perform an ancient ritual after she dies. Stars Sarah Smart.

Fran and her partner Abe are befriended by a lonely old woman, Joy, who lives in the flat above.

Joy persuades them to perform an ancient ritual after she's died. They unwittingly agree without realising the terrifying consequences of their action.

A quest for eternal life and the living dead permeate this chilling tale of horror.

Starring Sarah Smart.

Series of three chilling plays.

Written by Rosemary Kay.

Fran ..... Sarah Smart
Abe ..... Jonathan Keeble
David ..... Robert Pickavance
Joy ..... Janice McKenzie
Jack ..... James Quin

Director: Pauline Harris

First broadcast on ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Radio 4 in October 2011.

45 minutes

On radio

Sun 18 May 2025 16:00

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Credits

Role Contributor
Fran Sarah Smart
Abe Jonathan Keeble
David Robert Pickavance
Joy Janice McKenzie
Jack James Quinn
Director Pauline Harris
Writer Rosemary Kay

Broadcasts

  • Thu 20 Oct 2011 14:15
  • Wed 28 May 2014 14:15
  • Sun 31 May 2015 18:00
  • Mon 1 Jun 2015 00:00
  • Sat 29 Apr 2023 00:00
  • Sat 29 Apr 2023 16:00
  • Sun 18 May 2025 16:00
  • Mon 19 May 2025 00:00