3. I'd Like to Hear Him Squeal

In a snow-bound postwar Vienna, writer Rollo Martins is still the on hunt for evidence to clear Harry Lime’s name.

But the web of lies and deceit surrounding his old friend’s death is growing ever more intricate.…

And who is the mysterious third man, said to be present at Harry's death?

Samuel West reads from the classic Graham Greene novella that inspired one of the most acclaimed films of all time, starring Orson Welles.

Abridged by Richard Hamilton.

Music from the original soundtrack written and performed by Anton Karas.

Producer: Justine Willett

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in June 2016