The End Product
| Company type | Television film |
|---|---|
| Industry | Television, Drama |
| Founded | 1974 |
| Founder | Colin Free |
| Products | TV drama |
| Parent | Australian Broadcasting Corporation |
The End Product is a 1974 Australian TV drama penned by Colin Free. Initially conceived and produced as an installment of Australian Playhouse, it was subsequently reclassified and broadcast in 1974 as an independent feature.
Premise
The narrative unfolds within an artificial, regulated environment, focusing on Professor Clay, who, overwhelmed by grief following his wife's passing, attempts to take his own life. However, his efforts are thwarted by official intervention.
Cast
- Neil Fitzpatrick portraying Professor Clay
- Simon Chilvers in the role of Dr Cardios
- Lynette Curran as Estelle Clay
- Marion Edward playing Miss Lardo
- Frank Wilson cast as Fowler
- Cecily Polson acting as Querrel
- Dennis Miller as Craven
Production
Derived from a 1965 radio drama authored by Free, the program was broadcast on ABC as part of a quartet of Sunday evening television plays, which included:
- "The Forward Pack" authored by Robert Carswell
- "Holiday" written by John Martin
- "Mother's Day" by Peter Scott
External links
- Full script available at the National Archives of Australia
- The End Product on IMDb