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Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde: The Read with Reece Shearsmith

Who is the real monster? Robert Louis Stevenson鈥檚 defining gothic horror explores alter egos in this captivating narration that reimagines the 19th-century classic.

Who is the real monster? Robert Louis Stevenson鈥檚 defining gothic horror explores alter egos in this captivating narration that reimagines the 19th-century classic.

The story follows Utterson, a lawyer in London, who investigates strange occurrences involving his friend Dr Henry Jekyll and a sinister figure named Mr Edward Hyde. Utterson learns that Jekyll has written a will leaving everything to Hyde, which raises his suspicions.

As the plot unfolds, it is revealed that Jekyll has been experimenting with a potion that transforms him into Hyde, allowing him to indulge in immoral acts without guilt. However, Hyde鈥檚 actions become increasingly violent, culminating in the murder of Sir Danvers Carew. Jekyll struggles to control his transformations, and eventually, Hyde鈥檚 personality begins to dominate.

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1 hour, 4 minutes

Credits

Role Contributor
Narrator Reece Shearsmith
Mr Hyde Howard Karloff
Director Kieran Stringfellow
Producer Tasha Williams
Abridger Anna Campbell
Composer Simon Passmore
Editor David G Jones
Production Manager Julie Colman
Executive Producer Grant Black

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