In the Red (1998)
Synopsis
In the Red is a three-part BBC Two black comedy crime miniseries adapted by Malcolm Bradbury from Mark Tavener's novel of the same name, which had been inspired by the writer's early experiences working for the BBC and the Liberal Party. The serial stars Warren Clarke as BBC Reporter George Cragge and Alun Armstrong as Police Superintendent Frank Jefferson, investigating a series of murders of London bank managers, a small political party contesting a by-election, and a plan to overthrow the Director-General of the BBC.
Creator
Jon Plowman
Network
BBC Two
Episodes
Part One
A serial killer has begun murdering bank managers. BBC radio crime correspondent George Cragge gets involved after fielding calls from the killer while broadcasting on Radio 4.
Part Two
After murdering an MP in the House of Commons, the killer makes a veiled threat to Cragge on air.
Part Three
The mysterious Andrew James is "fast-tracked" to an Old Bailey trial for the Bank Manager murders.
Cast
Details
Original Title
In the Red
Status
Ended
Seasons
1
Episodes
3
Production
BBC
