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Red Dwarf: Series I to IV
- Author
- Rob Grant & Doug Naylor
- Narrator
- various
- Publisher
- BBC Audio
- Publish Date
- 20 November 2025
- Run Time
- 11 hours 21 minutes
- Format
- Audiobook
- Genre
- Comedic plays, Television screenplays, scripts and performances, Performing arts genres: Comedy and humour, Humour, Science fiction: space exploration
- Rating
- 5.0 (1 review)
What to expect
The TV soundtracks of the iconic cult sci-fi comedy series
Re-live your favourite moments from one of the greatest TV comedies of all time, now available to listen to as an audio download. Join Lister (Craig Charles), Rimmer (Chris Barrie), Kryten (Robert Llewellyn), Cat (Danny John Jules), Holly (Norman Lovett/Hattie Hayridge) and a gang of misfits they meet on their journey back to Earth.
Three million years into deep space, Dave Lister is the last surviving member of the human race. Woken from suspended animation on the mining ship Red Dwarf, he discovers a radiation leak has killed the rest of the crew and his only companions are Arnold Rimmer, a hologram of his dead bunkmate, Holly, a senile computer, and a creature who evolved from the descendants of the ship's cat. Resigned to his fate, Lister begins the long journey home. Parallel universes, time travel, false memories, and virtual reality all conspire to confuse the crew and delight audiences over the first four series of this ground-breaking, classic TV show.
This hilarious TV classic from Rob Grant and Doug Naylor is a must-listen for any fans of sci-fi, comedy, and everything in between. This audio-only collection of the original TV soundtracks provides the perfect opportunity for fans to relive the show's finest moments while on the go.
First airing in 1988, Red Dwarf was the longest-running and highest-ranked comedy on BBC 2 ever, amassing an audience of over 8 million. It won an International Emmy Award in the 'Popular Arts' category and 'Best BBC Comedy Series' at the British Comedy Awards as well as numerous other awards. Since airing, there have been 12 series of the show and a 2020 TV film - The Promised Land.
Series V-VIII are also available to download now.
Please note: The audio on the last episode has been corrected.
Cast and credits
Written by Rob Grant and Doug Naylor
Directed and Produced by Ed Bye
Arnold Rimmer - Chris Barrie
Dave Lister - Craig Charles
Cat - Danny John Jules
Holly - Norman Lovett (Series 1-2), Hattie Hayridge (Series 3-4)
Kryten - David Ross (Series 2), Robert Llewellyn (Series 3-4)
First Broadcast BBC2, 15 February – 21 March 1988 (Series 1), 6 September – 11 October 1988 (Series 2), 14 November – 19 December 1989 (Series 3), 14 February – 21 March 1991 (Series 4)
©2025 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2025 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd
User Reviews
Book 5.0
Narration 5.0
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5.0 5.0
This is excellent BUT you need to be a fan and have seen the series a few times.
This is a collection of the isolated soundtracks from the first four series of Red Dwarf. The writers, Doug Grant and Rob Naylor, were renowned for their comedic word play but there are times when there is no speech, only action.
If, like me, you’ve watched it over and over on TV, VHS, DVD, and streaming you know what’s happening and can fill in the blanks from memories. However, if you’ve never seen the series, then you may struggle.revrobuk 2026-07-23
Details
- Author
- Rob Grant & Doug Naylor
- Narrator
- various
- Duration
- 11 hours 21 minutes
- Release Date
- 20 November 2025
- ISBN
- 9781529972177
- Format
- Audiobook
- Publisher
- BBC Audio
- Genre
- Comedic plays, Television screenplays, scripts and performances, Performing arts genres: Comedy and humour, Humour, Science fiction: space exploration
- Rating
- 5.0(1 review)
- Narration
- 5.0(1 review)
Synopsis
The TV soundtracks of the iconic cult sci-fi comedy seriesRe-live your favourite moments from one of the greatest TV comedies of all time, now available to listen to as an audio download. Join Lister (Craig Charles), Rimmer (Chris Barrie), Kryten (Robert Llewellyn), Cat (Danny John Jules), Holly (Norman Lovett/Hattie Hayridge) and a gang of misfits they meet on their journey back to Earth.Three million years into deep space, Dave Lister is the last surviving member of the human race. Woken from suspended animation on the mining ship Red Dwarf, he discovers a radiation leak has killed the rest of the crew and his only companions are Arnold Rimmer, a hologram of his dead bunkmate, Holly, a senile computer, and a creature who evolved from the descendants of the ship's cat. Resigned to his fate, Lister begins the long journey home. Parallel universes, time travel, false memories, and virtual reality all conspire to confuse the crew and delight audiences over the first four series of this ground-breaking, classic TV show.This hilarious TV classic from Rob Grant and Doug Naylor is a must-listen for any fans of sci-fi, comedy, and everything in between. This audio-only collection of the original TV soundtracks provides the perfect opportunity for fans to relive the show's finest moments while on the go.First airing in 1988, Red Dwarf was the longest-running and highest-ranked comedy on BBC 2 ever, amassing an audience of over 8 million. It won an International Emmy Award in the 'Popular Arts' category and 'Best BBC Comedy Series' at the British Comedy Awards as well as numerous other awards. Since airing, there have been 12 series of the show and a 2020 TV film - The Promised Land.Series V-VIII are also available to download now.Please note: The audio on the last episode has been corrected.Cast and creditsWritten by Rob Grant and Doug NaylorDirected and Produced by Ed ByeArnold Rimmer - Chris BarrieDave Lister - Craig CharlesCat - Danny John JulesHolly - Norman Lovett (Series 1-2), Hattie Hayridge (Series 3-4)Kryten - David Ross (Series 2), Robert Llewellyn (Series 3-4)First Broadcast BBC2, 15 February – 21 March 1988 (Series 1), 6 September – 11 October 1988 (Series 2), 14 November – 19 December 1989 (Series 3), 14 February – 21 March 1991 (Series 4)©2025 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2025 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd
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