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                            1968 Version

First Show: 20 Jun, 1968                      Last Show: 25 Jul, 1968
Number Shows: 6                                   Audition Show: none


Series Description:

DAY OF THE TRIFFIDS, by John Wyndham, was offered to radio listeners
many times as multi-part series by the BBC.  It was heard from 29
June, 1953 through 17 July, 1953, 2 October, 1957 through 6 November,
1957, 20 June, 1968 through 25 July, 1968 and 9 August, 1971 through
20 August, 1971.  It is not known if any of these broadcasts are
rebroadcasts or even if the same scripts were used.

The most common version available is the 1968 version.  This version
tells the science fiction classic in six 30-minute episodes.  The
story, centered in England, tells of a world where the population
has suddenly gone blind and strange, mutant plants that threaten the
blind masses.  Fortunately, there are some humans that can still see.

This is one of the BBC's best offerings.  Having a solid story line,
it is well-acted and well-produced.  If you enjoy science fiction,
this series will be a welcome addition to your collection.


Chronological Log:

        Date          Day  Num  Title
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        20 Jun, 1968  Thu    1  "The End Begins"
        27 Jun, 1968  Thu    2  "A Light In The Night"
        04 Jul, 1968  Thu    3  "Conference And Confusion"
        11 Jul, 1968  Thu    4  "Dead End"
        18 Jul, 1968  Thu    5  "World Narrowing"
        25 Jul, 1968  Thu    6  "Strategic Withdrawal"


References:

* "The Ultimate History of Network Radio Programming and Guide To All
  Circulating Shows", by Jay Hickerson, Box 4321, Hamden, CT 06514


Last Update: May 20, 2004


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