The Afternoon Play (2003)

The Afternoon Play is a British television anthology series of standalone contemporary dramas aired during the afternoons of 2003–07 on BBC One, featuring well-known actors in one-off stories. A daytime drama strand showcasing a variety of genres, from comedy to mystery, it was part of a long tradition of afternoon plays on BBC Radio 4, which would go on to influence the television version.

• First Air Date: 2003-01-27
• Last Air Date: 2007-01-26
• Total Seasons: 5
• Total Episodes: 25
• Episode Runtime: 60 min.
• Network: BBC One
• Creator: Will Trotter