Blu-ray extra documentary producer Chris Chapman joins Christian Cawley to discuss The Box of Delights and his new feature for the show's 40th anniversary release, "Time and Tide".

Kicking off the episode, Christian Cawley and James McLean discuss Christmas 1984, The Box of Delights, and whether (and how) the serial continues to entertain.

This episode is was released early and ad-free only on Patreon, with further discussion between Christian and James concerning the reprint of John Masefield's novel, issued to coincide with the televised adaptation.

However, the version above features less Christian and James. To hear the full chat, sign up to our Patreon – it’s free.

Shownotes

The Box Of Delights: 40th Anniversary Edition

The Box Of Delights novel by John Masefield (Quentin Blake artwork, 2014) 

Lions edition (1984)

The Box of Delights soundtrack

Opening the Box of Delights (Dr Philip Errington)

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