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The Printed Name by Nicholas Pierpan

Episode 2 of 5

Mark Gatiss introduces a sinister tale of a failing writer's devilish pact with a mysterious businessman. Stars Ewan Bailey.

Having your heart's desire offered to you on a plate can be a difficult temptation to resist.

Jack is a failing writer who stumbles into a devilish pact with a mysterious businessman.

The Man in Black introduces Nicholas Pierpan's sinister tale.

Mark Gatiss stars as the sinister raconteur.

Jack …. Ewan Bailey
Rob …. Ryan Watson
Thomas …. Nicholas Boulton
Hermione …. Christine Kavanagh
The Grandfather …. Sean Baker
The TV Announcer …. Claire Harry

More horrifying tales from The Man in Black. You might meet him at a luggage carousel in an airport, or behind the desk at an employment agency or he might approach you in the corridor of a care home.

Wherever you encounter him, he's eager to pass on his stories. Stories to unsettle and horrify. Stories to haunt you.

Director: Gemma Jenkins

Made for BBC Radio 7 and first broadcast in February 2011.

30 minutes

Broadcasts

  • Sat 19 Feb 201118:30
  • Sun 20 Feb 201100:30
  • Sun 30 Oct 201118:00
  • Mon 31 Oct 201100:00
  • Sat 2 Mar 201318:00
  • Sun 3 Mar 201300:00
  • Sat 8 Feb 201418:30
  • Sun 9 Feb 201400:30
  • Tue 3 Nov 201518:00
  • Wed 4 Nov 201500:00
  • Sun 3 Feb 201918:30
  • Mon 4 Feb 201900:30
  • Sun 6 Sep 202018:30
  • Mon 7 Sep 202000:30
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