About this season
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.
Episodes (3)
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E1
1. Part 1
Aired 19 June 1988 • 55 min
The Labour Party leader Harry Perkins, a working class, fervent socialist and former trade union leader becomes Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.
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E2
2. Part 2
Aired 26 June 1988 • 55 min
Harry Perkins finds numerous enemies ranged against him—and they are in possession of a secret from his past.
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E3
3. Part 3
Aired 3 July 1988 • 55 min
Harry is faced with political ruin, but bests his enemies in a way no-one can anticipate.