Brian Freemantle Charlie Muffin


(4.4 étoiles; 5 critiques)

Charlie Muffin is a gripping novel by Brian Freemantle, brought to life in this dramatic adaptation. Charlie is a survivor, navigating a treacherous world where his own Department is out to get him, and the KGB is not far behind. Determined to emerge alive and wealthy, Charlie's journey is fraught with danger and intrigue.

This adaptation features a talented cast, including Philip Jackson as Charlie and Sandor Eles as Kalenin, among others. Directed by Matthew Walters, this production aired on BBC Radio 4 FM, offering listeners a thrilling experience of espionage and survival.


This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.

Chapitres

Charlie Muffin 1:27:48

Critiques

THIS IS NO JAMES BOND ... THIS IS THE REAL THING!


(4 étoiles)

An excellent well-written adaptation, keeping the thrills and earthiness of Freemantle's novel, with a first-rate cast. Too bad the adaptor didn't include the actual events of the downfalls of the two incompetent British agents instead of only having their bosses talking about it. An equally excellent radio adaptation of the sequel CLAP HANDS HERE COMES CHARLIE was broadcast a few years later with most of CHARLIE MUFFIN's cast returning, which is also available on Internet Archive.

“Always Have An Escape Route” And Charlie Did


(5 étoiles)

Thank you to the previous reviewer, they had this spot on. Pure gold as always from Philip Jackson. Charlie does keep his escape routes open, and great ending. I will now set up the next one Clap Hands Here Comes Charlie to listen to on archive.org, but this time sit in a comfy chair with a 🍷 cheers