A Very British Coup
Description: Working-class, left-leaning Harry Perkins is elected Britain's prime minister. As he works to implement social change through the democratic process, the conservatives and their allies quietly begin working to remove him from power. Perkins' goals include nuclear disarmament, the dissolution of newspaper monopolies, open government and the closure of all U.S. military bases on UK soil. While many members of the govnerment oppose him, he finds some support in Home Secretary Joan Cook and key members of his staff.The miniseries is based upon the novel by British politician Chris Mullin.
Genre: Drama
Year Released: 1988
Number of episodes: 3
First episode air date: June 19, 1988
Awards: International Emmy Award for Drama, MORE
Network: Channel 4
Nominations: British Academy Television Craft Award for Best Original Television Music, MORE
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Genre: Drama
Year Released: 1988
Number of episodes: 3
First episode air date: June 19, 1988
Awards: International Emmy Award for Drama, MORE
Network: Channel 4
Nominations: British Academy Television Craft Award for Best Original Television Music, MORE
Watch Trailer