First of Millions

The first of a collection of dramas illuminating historical turning points. Inspired by true events, writer Ryan Craig tells the story behind the pioneering science that led to the birth of the first IVF baby.<br /> <br /> At the heart of a story which celebrates the science and people involved is the working relationship between Physiologist, Robert Edwards and Obstetrician, Patrick Steptoe. Both mavericks who came into conflict with the establishment they conducted much of their ground-breaking research in a make-shift laboratory at the Oldham hospital where Steptoe worked and where John and Lesley Brown were finally to become parents.<br /> <br /> Robert Edwards &hellip;.. Vincent Franklin<br /> Patrick Steptoe &hellip;.. Pip Torrens<br /> Lesley Brown &hellip;.. Katy Sobey<br /> John Brown &hellip;.. Luke Allen-Gale<br /> The Writer &hellip;.. Ryan Whittle<br /> Ruth Edwards and Louise Brown &hellip;.. Katherine Press<br /> Barry Bavister &hellip;.. Hasan Dixon<br /> The Cambridge Master &hellip;.. Roger Ringrose<br /> Jean Purdy &hellip;.. Kymberley Cochrane<br /> Professor H&ouml;&ouml;g &hellip;.. Ewan Bailey<br /> Dr Hinton &hellip;.. Georgie Glen<br /> The Vicar &hellip;.. Samuel James<br /> Fiona &hellip;.. Leah Marks<br /> <br /> Directed by Gemma Jenkins<br /> <br /> This factually-based drama includes some imagined characters and scenes.<br /> <br /> This drama was orignially broadcast on BBC Radio 4.