A Very British Coup
A Very British Coup
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A Very British Coup

7.9 / 10 · 18 votes
NR
1988
~55 min / ep
1 season
3 episodes
War & PoliticsDrama

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.

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  • Ep 1

    1.Part 1

    19-06-198855 min

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

  • Ep 2

    2.Part 2

    26-06-198855 min

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

  • Ep 3

    3.Part 3

    03-07-198855 min

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

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