Henry James | The Turn of the Screw (2018) 

Based on The Turn of the Screw  by Henry James

A terrifying tale about a governess who protects two children against what she thinks are forces of evil. Stars John Lynch.

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  • Type: Adaptation
  • Channel: BBC Radio 4
  • Duration: 56'56''
  • Broadcast date: 2018
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UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted

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