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The Adventure of the Speckled Band

Why did Helen Stoner's twin sister die in mysterious circumstances on the eve of her wedding? Arthur Conan Doyle's classic detective tale stars Cedric Hardwicke. From 1945.

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's mystery surrounding Helen Stoner, whose twin sister died in mysterious circumstances on the eve of her wedding. She goes to Holmes and Watson looking for answers.

Stars Cedric Hardwicke as Sherlock Holmes and Finlay Currie as Dr Watson.

First heard on the BBC Home Service in May 1945.

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30 minutes

Last on

Sun 26 Oct 201404:00

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  • Sat 25 Oct 201406:00
  • Sat 25 Oct 201416:00
  • Sun 26 Oct 201404:00

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