Hancock and Joan

Synopsis

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.

Credits

Tony Hancock

Ken Stott

John Le Mesurier

Alex Jennings

Joan Le Mesurier

Maxine Peake

Lily

June Watson

George

George Costigan

Fred

Tom Georgeson

Producer

Simon Heath

Broadcasts

1. Wed 26 Mar 2008
   21:00
   BBC Four
2. Thu 27 Mar 2008
   00:00
   BBC Four
3. Fri 28 Mar 2008
   22:30
   BBC Four
4. Sat 29 Mar 2008
   02:15
   BBC Four
5. Sun 30 Mar 2008
   22:45
   BBC Four
6. Tue 9 Dec 2008
   23:00
   BBC Four
7. Wed 10 Dec 2008
   01:55
   BBC Four