A Very British Coup (1988)
7.8 (17 votes)
1 Season
June 19, 1988
English
War & Politics Drama
Synopsis
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.
Network
Channel 4
Episodes
Episodes
E1
Part 1
Jun 19, 1988
55 min
The Labour Party leader Harry Perkins, a working class, fervent socialist and former trade union leader becomes Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.
E2
Part 2
Jun 26, 1988
55 min
Harry Perkins finds numerous enemies ranged against him—and they are in possession of a secret from his past.
E3
Part 3
Jul 3, 1988
55 min
Harry is faced with political ruin, but bests his enemies in a way no-one can anticipate.
Cast
Details
Original Title
A Very British Coup
Status
Ended
Seasons
1
Episodes
3
Production
Skreba Films
