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Classic Science Fiction: A BBC Radio Drama Collection: Six Full-Cast Dramatisations
By (author) Mary Shelley, By (author) Jules Verne, By (author) Samuel Butler, Read by Jamie Parker, By (author) H. G. Wells, Read by Shaun Dooley, By (author) Arthur Conan Doyle, Read by Stephen Critchlow, By (author) John Wyndham, Read by Joel McCormack
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Full-cast dramatisations of six seminal sci-fi novels that have shaped the genre Thrilling and thought-provoking, shocking and satirical; science fiction has long captivated us with its surprising scenarios and subversion of the familiar. Included here are six classics from the past 250 years, each offering a unique exploration of the genre's foundational themes. From monsters, Martians and fantastical machines to rip-roaring adventures, utopian tales and ‘cosy catastrophes’, these stunning dramas introduce us to other worlds – and make us see our own world differently... Brought to life by an incredible cast, including Bill Nighy, Brigit Forsyth, Jamie Parker, Shaun Dooley, Stephen Critchlow, Blake Ritson, Bill Paterson and more. Frankenstein – First published in 1818, Mary Shelley’s famous horror story about a scientist who reanimates a living creature in a horrific experiment is widely considered the first science fiction novel. Journey to the Centre of the Earth – Scientific curiosity sparks an epic quest in Jules Verne’s 1864 novel, as three intrepid explorers venture into the heart of a dormant Icelandic volcano. It's a perilous trip, but astonishing discoveries await… Erewhon – One of the first sci-fi novels to feature the idea of artificial intelligence, Samuel Butler’s 1872 classic Erewhon centres on the explorer Higgs, who discovers a remote land where the use of machines is forbidden, having a cold is a crime, and the greatest scholarly achievement is the study of unreason. The War of the Worlds – Following sightings of strange explosions on the surface of Mars, Martian ships begin to arrive on Earth. But scientific excitement quickly turns to horror... The Disintegration Machine – Summoned by his journalist friend Malone, indomitable academic Professor Challenger sets out to investigate dastardly Latvian scientist Theodore Nemor, who has invented a startling device capable of disassembling and reforming objects.... The Midwich Cuckoos – The rural idyll of 1950s Midwich is overturned by a mysterious alien force that causes all the fertile women in the area to simultaneously become pregnant. John Wyndham’s chilling 1957 novel forms the basis of this gripping tale of human resilience in the face of otherworldly threats… First published 1818 (Frankenstein), 1864 (Journey to the Centre of the Earth), 1872 (Erewhon), 1895 (The War of the Worlds), 1929 (The Disintegration Machine), 1957 (The Midwich Cuckoos) Cast and credits Frankenstein Cast: Jamie Parker, Shaun Dooley, Susie Riddell, Alun Raglan, Robert Blythe, Sam Alexander, Christine Absalom, Patrick Brennan, Emma Hook, Joe Sims, Don Gilet, Bruce Alexander Written by Mary Shelley Dramatised by Lucy Catherine Directed by Marc Beeby First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 28 Oct-4 Nov 2012 Journey to the Centre of the Earth Cast: Joel MacCormack, Stephen Critchlow, Gudmundur Thorvaldsson, Nicola Ferguson, Elizabeth Bennett, Nick Underwood, Sam Rix, Tom Forrister, Scarlett Brookes Written by Jules Verne Dramatised by Moya O’Shea Directed by Tracey Neale Composer: Neil Brand First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 19-26 Mar 2017 Erewhon Cast: Graeme Hawley, Jasmine Hyde, Jonathan Taller, Sue Ryding, Brigit Forsyth, Leigh Symonds, David Fleeshman, Stuart Richman Written by Samuel Butler Dramatised by Eamonn O'Neill, Martin Shea and James O'Neill Produced and directed by Gary Brown First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 20-27 Aug 2006 The War of the Worlds Cast: Blake Ritson, Samuel James, John Dougall, Sanchia McCormack, Carl Prekopp, David Sterne, Maeve Bluebell Wells, Finlay Robertson, Nick Murchie, Sarah Ridgeway, Georgie Glen, John Bowler, David Sturzaker Written by HG Wells Dramatised by Melissa Murray Directed by Marc Beeby First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 4-11 Mar 2017 The Disintegration Machine Cast: Bill Paterson, Gunnar Cauthery, Nick Ball, Robert Lloyd Parry, Joanna Monro, Alexandria Everett Written by Arthur Conan Doyle Dramatised by Robert Lloyd Parry Directed by Fiona Kelcher First broadcast BBC Radio 7, 26 Mar 2011 The Midwich Cuckoos Cast: Bill Nighy, Sarah Parish, Clive Merrison, Nicholas R Bailey, Katherine Tozer, Mark Chatterton, Barbara Marten, Malcolm Raeburn, Christine Brennan, Rebecca Bridle Written by John Wyndham Dramatised by Dan Rebellato Produced and directed by Polly Thomas Original music composed and performed by Chris Madin First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 30 Nov-7 Dec 2003 (P) 2026 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. © 2026 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd
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Publisher | BBC Audio, A Division Of Random House
Published date | 9 Apr 2026
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Format | Downloadable audio file
Pages | 0
Dimensions | 0 x 0 x 0mm (L x W x H)
Weight | 0g
ISBN | 978-1-5299-7863-6
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BISAC | fiction / science fiction / short stories
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