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Series of one-off dramas.

Frank lies silently in a coma as his family gathered around him, preparing for the inevitable. That is until a maverick doctor has other ideas. Twists, turns and surprises abound in this playful, black comedy.

1 hour

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Sat 18 Jul 200916:00
BBC HD

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Credits

Gerry SullivanBrian Capron
Alice ManningDiana Kent
Frank ManningDavid Roper
Laura ManningKim Medcalf
Dr Max FreemanAidan McArdle
Howard HarrisPaul Thornley
KathyPhilippa Peak
SarahNicky Ladanowski
Professor BryceRaad Rawi
Ward ManagerRobert Goodale
WriterPaul Smith
ProducerBen Bickerton
DirectorJohn Greening

Broadcasts

  • Tue 23 Jan 200714:05
    BBC One North West, South East, South, West, Wales & 2 more only
  • Sat 18 Jul 200916:00
    BBC HD