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Edward the Conqueror

An elderly couple, Edward and Louisa, find their life invaded by a stray cat. The cat's knowledgeable response to Louisa's piano playing, and the pattern of warts on its face, convince her that pussy is a reincarnation of Franz Liszt, the composer. Liszt, the cat, does not trouble to conceal his dislike for Edward, who is becoming dangerously jealous...

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  • Originally Aired May 5, 1979
  • Runtime 25 minutes
  • Production Code 051037
  • Network ITV1
  • Sensitive Content & Trigger Warnings Blood
  • Created February 26, 2018 by
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  • Modified January 26, 2023 by
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Name Type Role
Ronald Harwood Writer
Joseph Cotten Guest Star
Wendy Hiller Guest Star
Phil Brown Guest Star
Rodney Bennett Director
Roald Dahl Director