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The Time Machine

Episode 2 of 6

As Jason attempts to return to 2003, he gets involved with various culinary devices. Stars Michael Begley. From June 2003.

Jason decides the invention of the toasted sandwich maker will sort out his new 19th-century life.

21st-century teacher, Jason Slater, is coming to terms with waking up in 19th-century Macclesfield.

He's now Tarquin, the third son of Lord Belport with his faithful valet, Ned.

Jim Poyser's riotous comedy of transportation and delight.

Jason Slater ...... Michael Begley
Ned ...... Joe Caffrey
Hoskins ...... Kenneth Alan Taylor
Lord Belport ...... Mark Chatterton
Stubbs ...... Glenn Cunningham
Millicent ...... Julia Rounthwaite

Directed at Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Manchester by Polly Thomas.

First broadcast on Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 in June 2003.

30 minutes

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Fri 10 Jan 2025 14:30

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