Movies and TvShows featuring "british-parliament" theme.
Sherlock Holmes and Watson must stop a nemesis from executing a plot that puts all of England in danger. As they engage in a battle of wits and brawn, the duo unravels a series of mysteries and uncovers a dark conspiracy.
A Very English Scandal (2018) is a dark comedy TV show based on a true story. It follows the scandalous affair of a British politician, who hires a killer to murder his ex-lover. The plot takes unexpected twists and turns as the politician tries to cover up his crime, leading to a dramatic trial and a shocking revelation. Set in 1960s and 1970s England, this series explores themes of politics, homosexuality, and the dark side of power.
A Man for All Seasons tells the story of Sir Thomas More, a nobleman and statesman in 16th century England who faces a moral dilemma when King Henry VIII seeks to obtain a divorce and break away from the Catholic Church. More struggles to navigate the dangerous political landscape and maintain his integrity while facing pressure to support the king's actions.
In early 18th-century England, the court faces upheaval when a new servant, Abigail, arrives and endears herself to Queen Anne. Abigail schemes her way into Anne's favor, resulting in a rivalry with Sarah, Anne's childhood friend and advisor. As Abigail rises in power, she manipulates Anne and forms a romantic relationship with her. Sarah, realizing Abigail's treachery, tries to expose her, but Abigail poisons Sarah's tea and orchestrates her removal from the court. With Sarah gone, Abigail gains control over Anne and begins to influence her decisions, including the war with France. However, Sarah returns and threatens to reveal their past love letters, prompting Anne to choose between Abigail and Sarah's loyalty. Abigail ultimately wins Anne's favor and becomes her confidante, while Sarah is banished from the country. The movie ends with Abigail stepping on one of Anne's rabbits, symbolizing her control over the queen.
Elizabeth (1998) is a movie about the early years of Queen Elizabeth I's reign in England. After her Catholic sister dies, Elizabeth, a Protestant, becomes the new Queen. With a distressed England and treasonous nobles, Elizabeth must navigate the challenges of being a monarch. She faces pressure to marry and produce an heir, but delays her decision and continues her secret affair. As she stabilizes her rule and faces assassination attempts, Elizabeth must make difficult choices to secure her place as the Queen.
House of Cards follows the manipulative and ambitious Francis Underwood, who stops at nothing to gain more power in British politics.
Amazing Grace tells the inspiring story of William Wilberforce's battle to abolish slavery in the British Empire. Set in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, the film follows Wilberforce's journey as he faces political opposition, personal struggles, and the challenges of his time. Through his faith and determination, he works tirelessly to bring about change and social justice.
When two American sisters travel to London to compete in an international competition, they find themselves in a mix-up, encountering romance, sightseeing, and unexpected challenges along the way.
In a small Yorkshire mining town, a struggling brass band faces the threat of their colliery closing down. The band members, led by their passionate bandleader, must rally together to compete in a national music competition and bring hope to their community.
The story of the forbidden love between the King of Botswana and a white English woman named Ruth Williams.
When a man is knocked unconscious and wakes up in prison, he discovers that he has been framed for a crime and caught in a dangerous spy ring. With the help of a fellow prisoner, he must uncover the truth and clear his name before it's too late.
In 1819, a peaceful rally for political reform in Manchester turns into a violent massacre when British forces attack the crowd, resulting in the deaths of many protestors. The film depicts the events leading up to the massacre, highlighting the political activism, police brutality, and the struggle for democracy. It explores the aftermath of the massacre and the impact it had on the fight for political reform.
Party Animals is a miniseries set in the world of British politics, focusing on the personal and professional lives of a group of young political aides working in Westminster. The show explores the complexities of their personal relationships, the challenges they face in their careers, and the dynamics of power within the British Parliament. With multiple protagonists and an insider's view of the political landscape, Party Animals provides a compelling and dramatic exploration of life in the corridors of power.
Lee Remick stars as Jennie Jerome, born in the United States in 1845, who eventually became Lady Randolph Churchill, and gave birth to Sir Winston Churchill in this seven-part, seven-hour biographical mini-series.
Winston Churchill: The Wilderness Years is an 8-part 1981 drama serial based on the life of Winston Churchill, and particularly his years in enforced exile from political position during the 1920s and 30s. It was written and directed by Ferdinand Fairfax and Churchill was played by Robert Hardy. Hardy's brilliant performance as Churchill won critical acclaim and a BAFTA award in 1982. He reprised the role in The Sittaford Mystery, Bomber Harris and War and Remembrance and at the 50th anniversary celebrations of the end of World War II in 1995 when he quoted a number of Churchill's wartime speeches in character.
A full-time carer plots a daring heist from the Houses of Parliament, in a bid to thwart devastating welfare reforms known as Independence Credit.
Suffragettes, with Lucy Worsley (2018) is a documentary film that explores the history of the suffragette movement in Britain and their relentless struggle for women's voting rights during the conservative society of Edwardian England. It delves into the tactics employed by suffragettes, from peaceful protests to acts of domestic terrorism, such as arson and bombing. The film also highlights the brutal response of the authorities, including police brutality and prison brutality, towards the suffragettes. Through insightful interviews, historical reenactments, and captivating narratives, Suffragettes, with Lucy Worsley paints a vivid picture of the hardships faced by these courageous women and the lasting impact of their activism.
Defence of the Realm is a gripping political thriller set in Cold War-era England. When a reporter investigating a government conspiracy is murdered, an investigative journalist uncovers a web of secrets that reach the highest levels of power. Posing as a policeman, he risks his life to expose the truth before he becomes the next victim.
A British peer's romance with a ballerina courts scandal in 1890s London.
Based on a play, the story details the dramatic negotiations between UK, France, Poland, Nazi-Germany and USSR from the day Czechoslovakia fell, until Britain's declaration of war on Germany caused by Hitler's invasion of Poland.