

Shaw turned to the classic Victorian melodrama to focus on the insincerity of much that his audience held dear, especially family and marriage. In 1777 as the American War of Independence rages, Dick Dudgeon returns to the family he revolted against years ago. But his life is about to take another twist as the british arrive and seem set on an execution...

Patrick Newell
Uncle William Dudgeon

Larry Lamb
The Sergeant

Benjamin Whitrow
Major Swindon

Ian Richardson
General Burgoyne