Malice Aforethought
“Falling in love with this Doctor could be bad for your health.”
Series Overview
Malice Aforethought is a 2005 ITV drama based on Anthony Berkeley Cox’s 1931 novel of the same name, made by Granada Television. There was an earlier BBC television adaptation of this novel in 1979. Dr. Edmund Bickleigh is married to a particularly overbearing woman who reminds him at every turn that he is living in her house. But the good doctor has outside interests to help him cope.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 2 Episodes
69 min per episode
2005 – 2005
Premiered: Sun, Apr 10, 2005
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 2: “Episode 2”
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Blair
Andrew Payne, Anthony Berkeley Cox
Stephen McKeon
Ryszard Lenczewski
Melanie Viner Cuneo
Keith Thompson, Charles Elton, Morgan O'Sullivan, Rebecca Eaton
Department Leadership Roster
David Blair
Director
Andrew Payne
Screenplay
Keith Thompson
Producer
Stephen McKeon
Original Music Composer
Ryszard Lenczewski
Director of Photography
David Wilson
Production Design
Grania Preston
Costume Design
Melanie Viner Cuneo
Editor
Morgan O'Sullivan
Producer
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What is Malice Aforethought about?
Malice Aforethought is a 2005 ITV drama based on Anthony Berkeley Cox’s 1931 novel of the same name, made by Granada Television. There was an earlier BBC television adaptation of this novel in 1979. Dr. Edmund Bickleigh is married to a particularly overbearing woman who reminds him at every turn that he is living in her house. But the good doctor has outside interests to help him cope.
How many seasons does Malice Aforethought have?
Malice Aforethought comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Malice Aforethought?
Key cast members in Malice Aforethought include Ronnie Masterson, Phyllis Ryan, Fiona O'Shaughnessy, Barbara Flynn, Ben Miller.
Who created or directed Malice Aforethought?
Malice Aforethought was developed and directed by David Blair.