An anthology series, featuring plays based on the best of literature, films and English theatre.

An anthology series, featuring plays based on the best of literature, films and English theatre.

The Sire de Maletroit's Door is a story about Sire Alain de Maletroit, who plots revenge on his younger brother Edmond for stealing Alain's childhood sweetheart, who died giving birth to Edmond's daughter Blanche. Alain secretly imprisons Edmond in his dungeon for 20 years and convinces Blanche that her father is dead.

The story revolves around Lord George Hell, a notorious rake and libertine, who falls in love with a pure and innocent actress named Jenny Mere. To win her love, he dons a mask of virtue, literally and figuratively, transforming himself into a paragon of goodness.

An anthology series, featuring plays based on the best of literature, films and English theatre. Sir Lawrence Olivier and Sir Ralph Richardson serve as hosts, narrators and many times portray the leading roles.

The plot revolves around Akaky Akakievich, a low-ranking government clerk in St. Petersburg. Akaky is a dedicated but unappreciated worker who is often ridiculed by his colleagues for his shabby appearance and threadbare overcoat2

Orson Welles stars as a man who never wanted to gamble until he hears about an old woman who knows the secret of always winning at cards.  He becomes obsessed with getting the secret from her to the point of murder.

The final part of the BBC radio adaptation of "The Beekeeper's Apprentice" brings the thrilling story to a close. As Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes confront their adversary, they must use all their skills and intellect to uncover the mastermind behind the sinister plots they've been investigating. The tension builds as they face danger and deception, ultimately leading to a dramatic and satisfying conclusion where justice prevails

The novel delves into the intricacies of their cases but also explores the evolving mentor-apprentice relationship between Holmes and Mary, filled with mutual respect and admiration.

The story begins in 1915 when a young, brilliant Mary Russell stumbles upon the retired Holmes in Sussex. Holmes is impressed by her intellect and deductive skills, and he takes her under his wing.

As they train together, Mary and Holmes form a strong bond and face various cases, ranging from solving local mysteries to thwarting an international conspiracy. They encounter dangerous adversaries, including a master criminal who targets them personally. Throughout their adventures, Mary proves herself to be a formidable partner to Holmes.