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Can driving instructor Ken help middle-aged teacher Nat pass her test? Stars Samantha Spiro and Bill Paterson.

Nat is a harassed middle-aged teacher, who sees life rapidly drifting away from her.

She's desperate to pass her driving test on the anniversary of her father's death.

It is his money that has helped pay for her instruction.

Ken, her much older driving instructor, has understandable doubts about his pupil's chances. But he also finds himself increasingly drawn to his client.

Their unlikely friendship develops over the course of Nat's final week before her test - despite, or perhaps because of, the distractions provided by Nat's needy and larger-than-life mother, Suki.

Christopher William Hill's five-part comedy drama is about driving lessons, dominant mothers and unexpected friendships.

Nat .... Samantha Spiro
Ken .... Bill Paterson

Original Music: David Chilton

Director: Gordon House

A Goldhawk Essential production for ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Radio 4, first broadcast in January 2017.

15 minutes

Last on

Tue 10 Jun 2025 03:45

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Credits

Role Contributor
Ken Bill Paterson
Nat Samantha Spiro
Suki Alison Steadman
Director Gordon House
Writer Christopher William Hill

Broadcasts

  • Mon 30 Jan 2017 10:45
  • Mon 30 Jan 2017 19:45
  • Mon 9 Jun 2025 08:45
  • Mon 9 Jun 2025 13:45
  • Mon 9 Jun 2025 19:45
  • Tue 10 Jun 2025 03:45