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The Best Episodes of A Very British Coup Season 1

Every episode of A Very British Coup Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of A Very British Coup Season 1!

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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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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    A Very British Coup Season 1 Episode 1 - Part 1
    8.1/10(38 votes)

    #1 - Part 1

    S1:E1

    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
    Writers:Alan Plater, Chris Mullin

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  2. A Very British Coup Season 1 Episode 2 - Part 2
    8.1/10(33 votes)

    #2 - Part 2

    S1:E2

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

    Director:Mick Jackson
    Writers:Alan Plater, Chris Mullin

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  3. A Very British Coup Season 1 Episode 3 - Part 3
    8.0/10(33 votes)

    #3 - Part 3

    S1:E3

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

    Director:Mick Jackson
    Writers:Alan Plater, Chris Mullin

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Part 1" is the best rated episode of "A Very British Coup" season 1. It scored 8.1/10 based on 38 votes. Directed by Mick Jackson and written by Alan Plater, Chris Mullin, it aired on 6/19/1988. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Part 2".