The BBC is set to air a 2015 production of J.B. Priestley’s classic play *An Inspector Calls*, a British mystery drama that premiered in the United Kingdom on October 1, 1946. The play, known for its critique of social class and business ethics, opens with the sudden arrival of Inspector Goole, portrayed in this adaptation by David Thewlis, at an evening gathering of the affluent Birling family.

During the broadcast, viewers will see the unfolding investigation into the suicide of a young woman named Eva Smith. The narrative employs flashbacks to explore the interactions between Eva, played by Sophie Rundle, and members of the Birling household, including Ken Stott, Miranda Richardson, Chloe Pirrie, and Finn Cole.

*An Inspector Calls* is often compared to traditional whodunit stories, though it distinguishes itself through its focus on social responsibility and critiques of wealth and capitalism. The play’s tension arises as Inspector Goole methodically reveals the connections each family member had to Eva Smith and their possible complicity in her demise.

The 2015 production brings contemporary performances to Priestley’s mid-20th century text, aiming to preserve its themes of morality and collective accountability while engaging modern audiences through a compelling mystery framework.

This latest broadcast on BBC4 continues the tradition of revisiting *An Inspector Calls*, reaffirming its place as a significant work in British theatre history and social commentary.