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Playhouse Presents

Playhouse Presents

Description: `Playhouse Presents' is an evolution of the `Playhouse' series that champions innovative productions and original writing. Some of the top actors in Britain and beyond appear in this series of one-off drama and comedy productions Among the actors who appear in the productions are Stephen Fry, John Hurt, Harry Shearer, David Tennant, Emma Thompson and Tom Jones in a rare acting role.
Genre: Drama
Year Released: 2012
Number of seasons: 3
Number of episodes: 29
First episode air date: April 12, 2012
Production Locations: UK
Networks: Sky Arts, Sky One
Genres: Comedy, Drama

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