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Tales of the Unexpected

Poison (Season 2, Episode 5)
TV-14
TV Episode | 23 min | Comedy, Drama, Horror

Harry, a young teacher working in India but about to return home is petrified when a venomous snake creeps into his bed and sits on his belly. His friend Timber happens by and they call a local doctor. The snake is parted from Harry's body...See moreHarry, a young teacher working in India but about to return home is petrified when a venomous snake creeps into his bed and sits on his belly. His friend Timber happens by and they call a local doctor. The snake is parted from Harry's body and the others leave but. Written by don @ minifie-1 See less
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Director
Writers
Robin Chapman (dramatisation) | Roald Dahl (story)
Producer
Composer
Cinematographer
Richard Crafter (lighting cameraman)
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Edit Released
Updated Mar 29, 1980

Release date
Mar 29, 1980 (United Kingdom)
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5 cast members
Name Known for
Roald Dahl
Self - Introduced by Self - Introduced by   See fewer
Andrew Ray
Harry Pope Harry Pope   See fewer
Anthony Steel
'Timber' Woods 'Timber' Woods   See fewer
Judy Geeson
Sandra Sandra   See fewer
Saeed Jaffrey
Dr. Kunzru Dr. Kunzru   See fewer
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