Joe's Ark
Synopsis
The religious beliefs of pet shop owner Joe (Freddie Jones) are shaken by the terminal illness of his daughter Lucy (Angharad Rees). For Potter, this play "makes more than a wry nod at possibilities which can comprehend pain, or disgust, or the implacable presence of death itself."
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alan Bridges
- Screenplay & Story
- Dennis Potter, Ann Scott
- Original Title
- Joe's Ark
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 6m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alan Bridges
Dennis Potter, Ann Scott
Graeme MacDonald
Department Leadership Roster
Alan Bridges
Director
Dennis Potter
Writer
Stuart Walker
Production Design
Graeme MacDonald
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Joe's Ark
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What is Joe's Ark about?
The religious beliefs of pet shop owner Joe (Freddie Jones) are shaken by the terminal illness of his daughter Lucy (Angharad Rees). For Potter, this play "makes more than a wry nod at possibilities which can comprehend pain, or disgust, or the implacable presence of death itself."
Who directed Joe's Ark?
Joe's Ark was directed by Alan Bridges.
Who stars in Joe's Ark?
The principal cast of Joe's Ark includes Freddie Jones, Angharad Rees, Dennis Waterman, Christopher Guard, Edward Evans.
When was Joe's Ark released and how long is it?
Joe's Ark was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 1h 6m.