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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

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Season 1

  • Part 1
    8.1/1038 votes

    Part 1

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 6/19/1988

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

    Director: Mick Jackson

    Writer: Alan Plater, Chris Mullin

  • Part 2
    8.1/1033 votes

    Part 2

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 6/26/1988

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

    Director: Mick Jackson

    Writer: Alan Plater, Chris Mullin

  • Part 3
    8.0/1033 votes

    Part 3

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 7/3/1988

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

    Director: Mick Jackson

    Writer: Alan Plater, Chris Mullin