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Screaming Queens!: Behind the Scenes of Carry on Screaming

by Robert Ross, Peter Cook, Wink Taylor, Jessica Martin, Barnaby Eaton-James, Joseph Fox, Abigail Fox, Andrew Swaisland, Gary Haberfield, Paul Andrews, Jim Dale

Narrated by Jim Dale, Full Cast Audio Drama

3.40 ABR Score (2 ratings)
★ 5 Audible (2)
1h 22m Released 2021 Literature & Fiction

Why Listen?

Jim Dale anchors a full-cast audio drama that captures the chaotic, irreverent energy of British comedy history with the intimacy only audio can deliver. If you love behind-the-scenes stories about cult films and comedians who didn't play by the rules, this is essential listening.

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About This Audiobook

Behind the iconic 1966 horror comedy film lies a treasure trove of untold stories, scandals, and secrets from the Pinewood Studios lot. Multiple insider voices reveal the chaotic production of what became one of Britain's most beloved cult classics, exposing the tensions between cast members, the creative battles with censors, and the outrageous off-camera antics that rivaled anything shown on screen. From wardrobe malfunctions to director meltdowns, the real drama unfolded far from the cameras as egos clashed and friendships fractured during the making of this campy masterpiece.

Jim Dale's masterful narration anchors this full-cast audio experience, bringing his firsthand knowledge as both participant and storyteller to every revelation. The production seamlessly weaves together multiple perspectives through distinct character voices, creating an immersive theatrical atmosphere that mirrors the film's own dramatic flair. Dale's timing and delivery capture both the humor and pathos of behind-the-scenes Hollywood politics, while the ensemble cast adds authentic period flavor to recreated conversations and dramatic reconstructions. The audio format perfectly suits this gossipy, intimate peek behind the curtain of British cinema history.