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The Box of Delights

Series Overview

Follows the exploits of young Kay Harker, who finds himself drawn into a world of magic and danger when he encounters an old Punch and Judy man.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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EndedMiniseries
Original Network
BBC One
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 6 Episodes

30 min per episode

Air Date Window

1984 – 1984

Premiered: Wed, Nov 21, 1984

Created By
Alan Seymour

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Mon, Dec 24, 1984

Season 1, Episode 6: “Leave us not Little, nor yet Dark”

Kay is trapped. Can he prevent the enemy's terrible plans from happening ?

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The Box of Delights Trailer

Type: Trailer • Published 2020-11-21

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Alan Seymour

Screenplay & Story

John Masefield

Original Score & Music

Roger Limb

Film Editing

Stephen Newnham

Producers

Paul Stone

Literary Origin & Source Material
Book:John Masefield

Department Leadership Roster

Paul Stone

Producer

Roger Limb

Roger Limb

Original Music Composer

Stephen Newnham

Editor

David Buckingham

Production Design

Bruce Macadie

Production Design

Christine Rawlins

Costume Design

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: U

U: Universal — Suitable for all audiences.

International Certification Matrix

United Kingdom (BBFC)U

Universal — Suitable for all audiences.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Box of Delights

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What is The Box of Delights about?

Follows the exploits of young Kay Harker, who finds himself drawn into a world of magic and danger when he encounters an old Punch and Judy man.

How many seasons does The Box of Delights have?

The Box of Delights comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in The Box of Delights?

Key cast members in The Box of Delights include Devin Stanfield, Robert Stephens, Joanna Dukes, Jonathan Stephens, Geoffrey Larder.

Who created or directed The Box of Delights?

The Box of Delights was developed and directed by Alan Seymour.