Dames of Classic Drama at the BBC (2015)

5.0/10 • 59 min • Documentary

Overview

From the BBC archives, before their talents were recognised by royal decree, the early work and career defining moments of Judi Dench, Maggie Smith, Diana Rigg and Helen Mirren. David Tennant narrates the story of our dames of classic drama, from a golden age of British television drama.

Cast

Judi Dench

Self (archive material)

Maggie Smith

Self (archive material)

Diana Rigg

Self (archive material)

Helen Mirren

Self (archive material)

David Tennant

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