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2. The Empty Minds

Episode 2 of 6

Britain’s first manned space mission is under way, but confusion mounts over the threat to the scientists. Stars Brenda Bruce.

Britain’s first manned space mission has blasted off.

A new discovery means distant regions of the universe can be reached within weeks instead of years.

But the sudden death of a scientist opposing the project sparks fears of unexpected dangers...

Sci-fi serial written by Colin Cooper and Anne Howell.

David Holland …. Alexander John
Claire Stuart …. Brenda Bruce
Mrs. Tate …. Marjorie Westbury
Professor Ormskirk …. Clive Morton
Doctor Edwards …. Heron Carvic
Doctor Harries …. Carleton Hobbs
Doctor Kellaway …. Douglas Hankin
Guard …. Preston Lockwood
Receptionist …. Rosalind Shanks
Harold Benson …. Ian Thompson

Electronic sound and music created by the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radiophonic Workshop.

Producer: Nesta Pain.

First broadcast on the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Light Programme in August 1967.

30 minutes

Last on

Wed 1 Jun 2022 00:00

Broadcasts

  • Tue 31 Mar 2020 18:00
  • Wed 1 Apr 2020 00:00
  • Tue 31 May 2022 18:00
  • Wed 1 Jun 2022 00:00