The Archers
Documentary which goes behind the scenes at The Archers and follows the production team as they put together the 15,000th episode of the world's longest-running radio soap.
Stephen Fry narrates a documentary which goes behind the scenes at The Archers and follows the production team as they put together the 15,000th episode of the world's longest-running radio soap. They plot, write and record the thrilling climax to the story that hit the headlines in November 2006 - the love triangle between David Archer, his wife Ruth, and herdsman Sam.
With extracts from episodes dating back over its history and interviews with actors, editors, writers and fans, the film delves into the nooks and crannies of The Archers and examines the enduring appeal of this hugely popular agricultural soap.
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Acting on the Radio
Duration: 03:39
Music Played
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Lee Baker
Noise
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Brian Eno
Another Green World
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Lee Baker
Violin Intro
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Ron Goodwin Orchestra
Archers Theme Tune (Barwick Green)
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Lee Baker
Gentle Sound
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Lee Baker
Afortune Adamente
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Lee Baker
Family Tree Music
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John Parr
St Elmo's Fire
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Bert Weedon
Big Beat Boogie
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Bert Weedon
Guitar Boogie Shuffle
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Ananda Shankar
Jumping Jack Flash
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Lee Baker
Dawn
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Lee Baker
Bells and Beats
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Lee Baker
Marimba Thing
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Lee Baker
Guitar Atmosphere
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Lee Baker
Music Box
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Lee Baker
Encounter
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Lee Baker
Archers Remix
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Lee Baker
Anaesthetic
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Lee Baker
Blue Sun
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Set Fire to Flames
Mouths Trapped in Static
Credits
Role | Contributor |
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Producer | Emily Kennedy |
Director | Emily Kennedy |
Series Editor | Anthony Wall |