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2. Formula for Death

Episode 2 of 10

Our hero learns about the true nature of the secret weapon - and sets off to secure its vital instructions. Stars Noel Johnson.

Dick Barton learns about the true nature of the secret weapon - and sets off to secure its vital instructions.

Noel Johnson stars as Dick Barton

From 1946 to 1951, Dick Barton - Special Agent thrilled millions of listeners to the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Light Programme. The daily serial followed the exciting adventures of ex-commando Captain Richard Barton and his wartime mates Snowey and Jock, who solve all manner of intriguing crimes and mysteries.

Heralded by an iconic signature tune - Devil's Galop by Charles Williams - each gripping episode left listeners with a torrid cliff-hanger.

Sadly many of Dick's adventures didn't survive in the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Archive. But in 1972, as part of celebrations for the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ's Golden Jubilee, Dick's very first ten-part adventure by Edward J Mason was recreated, featuring many of the original performers.

Dick Barton …. Noel Johnson
Jean Hunter …. Margaret Robertson
Sir Archie Wrangle …. Richard Hurndall
Colonel Gardiner …. William Fox
Andrews …. Nigel Graham
1st Policeman …. William Bedle
2nd Policeman …. Ronald Herdman

Producer: Raymond Raikes

First broadcast on Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 2 in November 1972.

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