Rumpole and The Quacks
It is 1966, and Rumpole meets a doctor who, unexpectedly accused of unprofessional conduct, needs his help.
It's 1966, and Rumpole meets a delightful, wise and kindly Asian Doctor who, unexpectedly accused of unprofessional conduct, needs his help.
The case involves both Rumpole and Phyllid, Rumpole's dear friend and his "Portia of the Chambers", as they learn about the shadowy behaviour of some unscrupulous drug companies and the correct way to diagnose glandular fever.
Their friendship also becomes just a tad more ambiguous as both their marriages prove irksome.
Adapted for radio by Richard Stoneman
Directed by Marilyn Imrie
A Catherine Bailey production for Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4.
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Rumpole | Julian Rhind-Tutt |
| Hilda | Jasmine Hyde |
| Ballard | Michael Cochrane |
| Erskine-Brown | Nigel Anthony |
| Sir Hector | Nigel Anthony |
| Phillida | Cathy Sara |
| Mrs Whittaker | Cathy Sara |
| Dr Rahmat | Divian Ladwa |
| Marietta | Tracy Wiles |
| Dr Cogger | Stephen Critchlow |
| Director | Marilyn Imrie |
| Adaptor | Richard Stoneman |
| Author | John Mortimer |
Broadcasts
- Wed 20 Sep 2017 14:15Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
- Wed 9 Jun 2021 14:15Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
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