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Hancock and Joan

Drama which tells the story of comedian Tony Hancock's love affair with his friend John Le Mesurier's wife Joan, and her fight to save the man and his career.

Drama which tells the story of comedian Tony Hancock's love affair with his friend's wife, and her fight to save the man and his career. Only months into her marriage to John Le Mesurier, Joan fell in love with Tony, who, despite his struggles with drink, remained charismatic and funny. They embarked on a passionate affair, but Tony's demons were never far away, and after months of turmoil Joan gave him an ultimatum: If he made a go of a new series in Australia and stayed sober, she would leave John for good. Tony left, determined to succeed.

1 hour, 30 minutes

Last on

Sat 4 Sep 2010 23:00

Credits

Role Contributor
Tony Hancock Ken Stott
John Le Mesurier Alex Jennings
Joan Le Mesurier Maxine Peake
Lily June Watson
George George Costigan
Fred Tom Georgeson
Dr Newman Don Gallagher
Nellie Lesley Nicol
Marion Olivia Colman
Billy Marsh Geoff McGivern
Edward Joffe Peter Sullivan
David Oscar Lloyd
Producer Simon Heath
Director Richard Laxton
Writer Richard Cottan

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