The War of the Worlds (1967)

Based on The War of the Worlds  by H.G. Wells

Sci-fi novel by HG Wells first published in 1898, dramatised in six parts by Jon Manchip White and starring Paul Daneman and Martin Jarvis. Scientist John Nicholson recalls the horrifying events in the night sky signalling an invasion.

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  • Type: Adaptation
  • Channel: BBC Home Service
  • Duration: 26'53''
  • Broadcast date: 1967
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The War of the Worlds (1967) | Episode 1

The War of the Worlds (1967) | Episode 1

1967 | 26'53''

Sci-fi novel by HG Wells first published in 1898, dramatised in six parts by Jon Manchip White and starring Paul Daneman and Martin ...

The War of the Worlds (1967) | Episode 2

The War of the Worlds (1967) | Episode 2

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A crater created by the landing of the first ''falling star'' heralds the disasters ahead. Stars Paul Daneman.

The War of the Worlds (1967) | Episode 3

The War of the Worlds (1967) | Episode 3

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As the aliens take hold, John Nicholson recalls the devastation they set about creating. Stars Paul Daneman.

The War of the Worlds (1967) | Episode 4

The War of the Worlds (1967) | Episode 4

1967 | 26'18''

John Nicholson witnesses the Martians invasion as they creep from their vast space cylinders. Stars Paul Daneman.

The War of the Worlds (1967) | Episode 5

The War of the Worlds (1967) | Episode 5

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More Martian horror strikes as John Nicholson recalls the sound which sparked terror in him. Stars Paul Daneman.

The War of the Worlds (1967) | Episode 6

The War of the Worlds (1967) | Episode 6

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All seems lost with the Martians victorious. Could the smallest of creatures come to humanity's aid? Stars Paul Daneman.
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