A Very British Coup
55min

War & Politics

Drama

A Very British Coup is a British political thriller series based on the novel by Chris Mullin. It stars Ray McAnally as the newly elected left-wing prime minister Harry Perkins, who soon finds himself up to his neck in conspiracy.

Episodes

Cast

1. Part 1

55min

19th Jun 1988

The Labour Party leader Harry Perkins, a working class, fervent socialist and former trade union leader becomes Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.

2. Part 2

55min

26th Jun 1988

Harry Perkins finds numerous enemies ranged against him—and they are in possession of a secret from his past.

3. Part 3

55min

3rd Jul 1988

Harry is faced with political ruin, but bests his enemies in a way no-one can anticipate.

A Very British Coup
55min

Episodes

Cast

1. Part 1

2. Part 2

3. Part 3

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Last air date

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A Very British Coup 55min

Episodes

Cast

1. Part 1

2. Part 2

3. Part 3

First air date

Last air date

Status

Type

Original language

Networks

A Very British Coup
55min