---
title: "Sunday-Night Play"
year: 1960
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/sunday-night-play-1960"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 99089
imdb_id: null
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 4
episodes_count: 231
community_rating: 0.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Sunday-Night Play (1960) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/sunday-night-play-1960

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Sunday-Night Play is an anthology drama series that was broadcast on BBC Television, which is now known as BBC One. The program debuted in 1960 and ran for four seasons, concluding in 1963. This series served as the replacement for the previous BBC production titled Sunday Night Theatre. As an anthology series, the show featured various dramatic works throughout its tenure. The cast of the series included actor William Russell, who appeared in roles such as Lord Bleane and Colonel Friedric. The production is documented in historical television databases, which credit the series with maintaining a presence on the BBC network during its three-year run. The show is recognized for its place in the history of British television drama, continuing the tradition of the Sunday night programming slot previously occupied by its predecessor. By functioning as a direct successor to Sunday Night Theatre, the series provided a platform for televised drama in the early 1960s. The program remains a notable entry in the catalog of BBC anthology television.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "This BBC anthology drama series succeeded the long-running Sunday Night Theatre program over four seasons."

### Why Watch
- diverse storytelling
- historical significance

### Caveats & Content Note
- limited availability
- Tone & Suitability: The series features standard dramatic content appropriate for its era of production.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: anthology, dramatic, theatrical, classic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/sunday-night-play-1960#watch.

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (92 Episodes)
### Season Two (37 Episodes)
### Season Three (51 Episodes)
### Season Four (51 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 231
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 13 (6%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 218 (94%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Key Cast Continuity

- **William Russell** as *Oliver Farrant*
- **Marius Goring** as *Laye-Parker*
- **Raymond Huntley** as *The Reader*
- **John Bennett** as *Zagornetz*
- **Lee Montague** as *Ramon Rivera*
- **Michael Brennan** as *Cornflower*
- **John Phillips** as *Trifonov*
- **Patsy Rowlands** as *Daisy Peacock*
- **Joby Blanshard** as *Heathcote*
- **Barrie Ingham** as *Jack Chesney*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the format of the show?
It is an anthology drama series where each episode features a standalone story.

### Q: How many seasons did it run?
The series ran for a total of four seasons.

### Q: What show did it replace?
It replaced the previous BBC Sunday Night Theatre series.

### Q: Who produced the series?
The series was produced by the BBC.

### Q: Is this a continuous narrative?
No, as an anthology series, each installment presents a different story.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Sunday-Night Play — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/99089)
- [BBC Sunday-Night Play (TV Series 1960-1963) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0990935/fullcredits/)
- [BBC Sunday-Night Play - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BBC_Sunday-Night_Play)
- [Sunday-Night Play (TV Series 1960-1963) - Cast & Crew — The Movie ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/99089-sunday-night-play/cast)
- [BBC Sunday-Night Play (1960) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/show/bbc-sunday-night-play/credits)
- [Sunday-Night Play (1960-1963) - Full Cast and Crew | Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/tv-shows/sunday-night-play/A6fwLzuJujXO0RzdJLSVS4/credits/)

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