Let's Go Round Again - The Story of The Magic Roundabout
The Magic Roundabout was first shown on 麻豆社 TV in 1965. Sophie Thompson and Phyllida Law tell its iconic story. From 2015.
In October 1965, an adapted version of French TV's Man猫ge Enchant茅 was shown on 麻豆社 TV.
Scripted and voiced by 麻豆社TV's Playschool presenter Eric Thompson, and broadcast with its English title - The Magic Roundabout, it soon became a favourite with viewers of all ages.
In fact, when it was moved to an earlier time, there were so many complaints from outraged adults that it was moved back to its old slot - just before the early evening news!
To celebrate its anniversary, Sophie Thompson, Eric's daughter, and his wife Phyllida Law tell us the stories behind the much-loved series.
With tales of Zebedee, Florence and Ermintrude - hear how Dougal the dog nearly caused international relations with France to break down!
Featuring:
* Fenella Fielding
* Nigel Planer
* Mark Kermode
* Valerie Singleton
* Jasper Carrott
* Joy Whitby
* Josiane Wood
* Tim Worthington
Producer: Elizabeth Foster
First broadcast on 麻豆社 Radio 4 in October 2015.
Last on
Broadcasts
- Mon 12 Oct 2015 16:00麻豆社 Radio 4
- Boxing Day 2015 14:00麻豆社 Radio 4 FM
- Fri 17 Oct 2025 10:30麻豆社 Radio 4 Extra
- Fri 17 Oct 2025 16:30麻豆社 Radio 4 Extra
- Sat 18 Oct 2025 00:30麻豆社 Radio 4 Extra
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