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Can driving instructor Ken help middle-aged teacher Nat pass her test? Stars Samantha Spiro and Bill Paterson.

Nat is a harassed middle-aged teacher, who sees life rapidly drifting away from her.

She's desperate to pass her driving test on the anniversary of her father's death.

It is his money that has helped pay for her instruction.

Ken, her much older driving instructor, has understandable doubts about his pupil's chances. But he also finds himself increasingly drawn to his client.

Their unlikely friendship develops over the course of Nat's final week before her test - despite, or perhaps because of, the distractions provided by Nat's needy and larger-than-life mother, Suki.

Christopher William Hill's five-part comedy drama is about driving lessons, dominant mothers and unexpected friendships.

Nat .... Samantha Spiro
Ken .... Bill Paterson

Original Music: David Chilton

Director: Gordon House

A Goldhawk Essential production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in January 2017.

15 minutes

Last on

Tue 10 Jun 202503:45

Credits

RoleContributor
KenBill Paterson
NatSamantha Spiro
SukiAlison Steadman
DirectorGordon House
WriterChristopher William Hill

Broadcasts

  • Mon 30 Jan 201710:45
  • Mon 30 Jan 201719:45
  • Mon 9 Jun 202508:45
  • Mon 9 Jun 202513:45
  • Mon 9 Jun 202519:45
  • Tue 10 Jun 202503:45