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Gerald Savory
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Cedric Messina
Director
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The Merchant of Venice
7.4/10 · 69 votesApr 16, 1972
Ranked #7 of 9 in Season 7•−0.6 vs season avg
Antonio's friend Bassanio is in love and needs money to go courting. Using Antonio as his collateral, he borrows money from Shylock. But when the debt comes due, Shylock demands repayment in the form of a pound of Antonio's flesh.
Directed byCedric Messina
Seasons16
Episode Summary
"The Merchant of Venice" is episode 7 of BBC Play of the Month season 7. It scored 7.4/10 from 69 votes, ranking #7 of 9 episodes this season (season average 8.0). Directed by Cedric Messina, it aired on April 16, 1972.