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1. Red Scare
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4 Extra Debut. It’s 1919. Young Hoover gains a reputation as an anti-Communist zealot and gets the chance to prove it. Stars William Hootkins.
J Edgar Hoover rose to become the legendary director of the US Federal Bureau of Investigation
Mike Walker's four part drama series reflects his life and career.
It’s 1919. Young Hoover gains a reputation as an anti-Communist zealot and gets the chance to prove it.
Starring William Hootkins.
Broadcast to mark the 50th anniversary of his death.
J Edgar Hoover .... William Hootkins
A Mitchell Palmer .... Bob Sherman
Annie Hoover ... Kate Harper
Louis Post .... Patrick Allen
Director: Ned Chaillet
First broadcast on ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Radio 4 in March 1999.
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Wed 22 Jun 2022
03:00
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