Hard Times (2003)

Based on Hard Times by Charles Dickens

Charles Dickens' 1854 classic about struggles in the industrial north, dramatised for radio in four parts by Doug Lucie. Stars Kenneth Cranham and Philip Jackson, with music by Nina Perry and directed by Janet Whitaker.

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Content
  • Type: Adaptation
  • Channel: BBC Radio 4
  • Duration: 56'52''
  • Broadcast date: 2003
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UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted

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Hard Times (2003) | Episode 1

Hard Times (2003) | Episode 1

2003 | 56'52''

Charles Dickens' 1854 classic about struggles in the industrial north, dramatised for radio in four parts by Doug Lucie. Stars Kenneth Cranham ...

Hard Times (2003) | Episode 2

Hard Times (2003) | Episode 2

2003 | 56'57''

With Tom at his bank, Bounderby weds Louisa while Stephen angers the union. Dickens adaptation stars Kenneth Cranham and Eleanor Bron.

Hard Times (2003) | Episode 3

Hard Times (2003) | Episode 3

2003 | 56'41''

Blamed for the robbery, Stephen disappears. Harthouse sets his sights on Louisa. Dickens adaptation stars Kenneth Cranham and Philip Jackson.

Hard Times (2003) | Episode 4

Hard Times (2003) | Episode 4

2003 | 56'55''

Stephen is missing, Tom goes on the run and Gradgrind gets Sleary's help. Dickens adaptation stars Kenneth Cranham and Eleanor Bron.

Hard Times (2003)

Hard Times (2003)

2003 | 56'52''

Charles Dickens' 1854 classic about struggles in the industrial north, dramatised for radio in four parts by Doug Lucie. Stars Kenneth Cranham and Philip J...

Hard Times (2003) | Episode 2

Hard Times (2003) | Episode 2

2003 | 56'57''

With Tom at his bank, Bounderby weds Louisa while Stephen angers the union. Dickens adaptation stars Kenneth Cranham and Eleanor Bron.

Hard Times (2003) | Episode 3

Hard Times (2003) | Episode 3

2003 | 56'41''

Blamed for the robbery, Stephen disappears. Harthouse sets his sights on Louisa. Dickens adaptation stars Kenneth Cranham and Philip Jackson.

Hard Times (2003) | Episode 4

Hard Times (2003) | Episode 4

2003 | 56'55''

Stephen is missing, Tom goes on the run and Gradgrind gets Sleary's help. Dickens adaptation stars Kenneth Cranham and Eleanor Bron.
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