Play for Today Volume 3 Blu-ray Box Set
Play for Today Volume 3 is a BFI Blu-ray box set collecting six television dramas from the anthology series. Its three discs and stated 7 hours and 50 minutes of running time suit viewers looking for a substantial selection of British television drama, with a 60-page book also described in the listing.
At a glance
- Collects six plays: Edna, the Inebriate Woman, Just Another Saturday, Bar Mitzvah Boy, The Mayor’s Charity, Coming Out and A Hole in Babylon.
- The listing describes a 60-page book with new essays.
- Three Blu-ray discs and a stated running time of 7 hours and 50 minutes.
Often bought together
Pros and cons
Pros
- Six named dramas make this a broad anthology selection rather than a single-play release.
- English subtitles are listed alongside English Dolby Digital 2.0 audio.
- The included book is described as 60 pages, offering additional essays alongside the programmes.
Technical specifications
13 specifications| Format | Blu-ray, Box set |
|---|---|
| Number of discs | 3 |
| Run time | 7 hours and 50 minutes |
| Genre | Comedy, Drama, Television |
| Release date | 21 Mar. 2022 |
| Audio language | English (Dolby Digital 2.0) |
|---|---|
| Subtitles | English |
| Director | Various |
| Contributors | Hywel Bennett, Jeremy Steyn, Jon Morrison, Patricia Hayes, T-Bone Wilson, Thora Hird, Various |
| Studio | Bfi |
| Country of origin | United Kingdom |
| Dimensions listed | 1.7 x 11.9 x 16.1 cm; 100 g |
|---|
| Model number | BFIB1443 |
|---|
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Viewers collecting British television drama and Play for Today anthology releases.
- Buyers who want several plays and an accompanying essay booklet in one Blu-ray set.
Less suited to
- Anyone specifically seeking a release with a confirmed aspect ratio, which the listing marks as unknown.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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9% 9% - 2 stars
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Aggregate ratings are mostly in the five-star category, with a smaller share of three-star ratings. This suggests generally favourable overall reception, but ratings alone do not identify what buyers liked or any specific concerns. They cannot confirm details such as the listed audio, subtitles or booklet contents.
Frequently asked questions
How many plays are listed in this set?
The listing names six dramas: Edna, the Inebriate Woman, Just Another Saturday, Bar Mitzvah Boy, The Mayor’s Charity, Coming Out and A Hole in Babylon.
How many discs and how much running time are stated?
The listing specifies three discs and a total running time of 7 hours and 50 minutes.
Are subtitles included?
English subtitles are listed. The audio is specified as English Dolby Digital 2.0.
Does the set include a booklet?
The product description states that a 60-page book with new essays is included.
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