The King Must Die
Narrated by Alex Jennings , Frances Jeater , Gary Bond , Carole Boyd , Ian Bura
- Released
- April 24, 2025
- Length
- 9 hrs 58 mins
- Format
- Radio/TV Program
- Narration
- AI narration
- Publisher
- BBC Audio
This eleven-part radio adaptation brings Mary Renault’s classic novels about Theseus to life, capturing his heroic journey from childhood to king, filled with adventures, betrayals, and legendary encounters. Featuring a stellar cast led by Gary Bond, the series vividely narrates Theseus’ quest for identity and destiny across ancient Greece and Crete, weaving mythic elements into compelling human stories. Originally broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in 1983, this production offers an engaging retelling of one of Greece’s greatest legends.
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