Ian Cullen The Murder Of Walter Raleigh

Ian Cullen

The Murder of Walter Raleigh is an imaginative reconstruction of the events surrounding the life and death of Sir Walter Raleigh, once England's pride. This production aired on Saturday, April 9th, 1977, at 20:30 on BBC Radio 4 FM.

Featuring a talented cast, including Bernard Archard as Sir Walter Raleigh, the drama explores how Raleigh was sentenced to death, reprieved, and ultimately executed 15 years later. Other notable performances include John Rowe as Sir Robert Cecil and Vernon Joyner as Sir Edward Coke.

Produced and directed by Christopher Venning, this captivating piece brings history to life through its engaging storytelling and rich character portrayals.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.