Inside the halls of power, Boris Johnson grapples with Covid-19, Brexit, and a controversial personal and political life during his tumultuous first months as Prime Minister.
The best episode of "This England" season 1 is "Episode 1", rated 6.9/10 from 142 user votes. It was directed by Michael Winterbottom, Julian Jarrold and written by Michael Winterbottom, Kieron Quirke. "Episode 1" aired on 9/28/2022 and is rated 0.2 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 2".
Boris Johnson grapples with COVID-19, Brexit and a controversial personal and political life.
Director: Michael Winterbottom, Julian Jarrold
Writer: Michael Winterbottom, Kieron Quirke
As the situation worsens in Italy, Boris attends a tense COBRA meeting and prepares for the pandemic to reach the UK's shores.
Director: Julian Jarrold, Anthony Wilcox
Writer: Michael Winterbottom, Kieron Quirke
Carrie and Boris host a baby shower at Chequers as COVID-19 cases rise, care homes call for guidance and the Department of Health tackles testing.
Director: Julian Jarrold, Anthony Wilcox
Writer: Michael Winterbottom, Kieron Quirke
As Lockdown kicks off in the UK, Dom decides to take his family to Durham to isolate and Boris tests positive...
Director: Julian Jarrold, Anthony Wilcox
Writer: Michael Winterbottom, Kieron Quirke
The Government discusses contingency plans as Boris' health deteriorates. Dom Cummings is spotted in Durham.
Director: Julian Jarrold, Anthony Wilcox
Writer: Michael Winterbottom, Kieron Quirke
Boris returns to Downing Street as Carrie gives birth and the Cummings Durham story breaks.
Director: Michael Winterbottom, Julian Jarrold, Mat Whitecross
Writer: Michael Winterbottom, Kieron Quirke