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Minister of Chance
Enter into a world where sound is cinema. The Minister of Chance is a revolutionary radiophonic fantasy series - with the immersive storytelling of radio and the richness and drama of film. All the sounds, all the voices, all the moments are designed to drag you into the worlds that you do not see, driven only by your imagination.
A New Storytelling Medium
Feel the excitement of movies soundwise.
Independent & Fan-Funded
It is a creation of the audience, and to the audience.
Cinematic Audio
Immersive sound design that feels alive.
Where Film Meets Sound — and Stories Come Alive
About the Series
Minister of Chance is not a story, but an experience. Developed with the help of modern sound production means, this series transfers the mood and the vitality of the film only with the help of sound. No screen. No visuals. Only good sound effects and brilliant performance that can take you off the planet. Every season consists of six exciting episodes. Prologue and Episodes 1 and 2 are already in place - and your contribution will make the subsequent chapters a reality.
Episodes Released
Global Listeners
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Award-Winning Cast Members
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Fan-Funded Production
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This World Exists Because of You
How You Can Help
The audience completely finances production. Each episode, each magic moment occurs due to fans believing in creative autonomy.
- Buy episodes to keep the story alive.
- Get exclusive merchandise designed by graphic artist Thomas Moulton.
- Spread the word, share the magic.
- Spread the word, share the magic.
- Or, if you’re feeling generous — donate to support future productions.
A Stellar Line-Up of Voices and Visionaries
Meet the Cast
The series features an extraordinary cast, including:
- Paul McGann as Durian | Sylvester McCoy as The Witch Prime
- Jenny Agutter as Professor Cantha | Lauren Crace as Kitty
- Paul Darrow, Peter Guinness, Jay Taylor, and more.
The whole process is accomplished behind the scenes by a fervent crew of production people who create each sound one painstaking detail at a time.
Start Listening to the Story that Started It All
Episodes So Far
Prologue: The Pointed Hand
On a perilous peace mission to the primitive people of Tanto, Ambassador Durian goes.
Episode 1: The Broken World
Kitty attempts to stealth-shout but is struck by a fireball and makes the wrong friend.
Episode 2: The Forest Shakes
Lost in the darkness and in the world of weird creatures, Kitty finds out she is not the only one.
Voices from Across the World of Sound
What Listeners Are Saying
“I closed my eyes and was instantly transported into another world. The sound design and performances are so vivid — it’s like watching a film without needing a screen.”
Elena
UK
“The Minister of Chance is proof that imagination is the best special effect. The cast is phenomenal and the writing is pure magic.”
James
New Zealand
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