Victoria is a docudrama-drama about the life of Queen Victoria, focusing on her rise to power as a teenage queen, her relationships, and her impact on British history. Set in the 19th century, the show explores the challenges Victoria faces as a young monarch and her influence on the British monarchy and politics. It showcases the complexities of her personal life, including her romantic relationships and her struggles to balance her role as queen with her desire for a happy marriage.
Love Actually is a heartwarming movie that tells the interconnected love stories of eight couples in London during the Christmas season. From an aging rockstar who finds love with his manager to a British Prime Minister who falls for a member of his staff, this film explores the complexities of love and relationships during the holiday season.
In May 1940, a million German troops are at the Belgian border with the intent to conquer the rest of Europe. In Britain, Parliament has lost faith in their current prime minister Neville Chamberlain and are already looking to find his replacement. Winston Churchill becomes the new prime minister and must lead the country through World War II. He faces opposition and doubts from other politicians, but he remains determined to fight against the enemy and ensure victory. Churchill's leadership and decisions shape the course of the war, leading Britain to eventual victory. Despite challenges and setbacks, Churchill's courage and determination inspire his country to continue fighting and achieve success.
Yes, Prime Minister is a satirical comedy TV show that takes a humorous look at the inner workings of the British government and bureaucracy during the 1980s. The show revolves around the Prime Minister and his interactions with his cabinet, civil servants, and political parties, all with a comedic twist.
The UK Prime Minister and US President have a public rivalry that risks their countries’'alliance. But when they become targets of a powerful enemy, they're forced to rely on each other as they go on a wild, multinational run. Allied with Noel, a brilliant MI6 agent, they must find a way to thwart a conspiracy that threatens the free world.
CIA analyst Jack Ryan finds himself targeted by a renegade IRA faction after he interferes with their assassination plans. With his family in danger, Ryan must return to work for the CIA to protect them and stop the terrorists.
When a cyber-attack reveals the identity of all active undercover agents in Britain, Johnny English is forced to come out of retirement to find the mastermind hacker.
Questions to the Prime Minister. Held weekly since 1961, Prime Minister's Questions, also referred to as PMQs, gives Members of the British Parliament a chance to question the Prime Minister in the House of Commons. PMQs takes place at midday every Wednesday at the Palace of Westminster when the House of Commons is sitting.
My Dad's the Prime Minister is a British sitcom written by Ian Hislop and Nick Newman. It centres around the life of the Prime Minister, his family and his spin doctor. Its main cast include Robert Bathurst, Joe Prospero, Carla Mendonça, Brian Bovell and Emma Sackville. It was filmed at Bushey in Watford, and extras included students of the nearby Bushey Hall School and Bushey Meads School. Series 1 was shown on BBC 1 as part of CBBC, in April and May 2003. Season 2 was shown later in the evening on BBC 1, in November and December 2004. Series 1 focused more on Dillon, while the second season had greater coverage of the life of the Prime Minister. Series 1 was released on DVD and video, but currently Series 2 remains unreleased.
A top tabloid journalist poses as a political fundraiser to get dirt on the prime minister, but things take a turn when the two begin to fall for one another.
The minister, his mistress, and her lover the spy. The story of the woman at the centre of one of the 20th century's biggest scandals – which changed Britain forever.
House of Cards follows the manipulative and ambitious Francis Underwood, who stops at nothing to gain more power in British politics.
The story of the forbidden love between the King of Botswana and a white English woman named Ruth Williams.
An elderly Margaret Thatcher talks to the imagined presence of her recently deceased husband as she struggles to come to terms with his death while scenes from her past life, from girlhood to British prime minister, intervene. From her early experiences in Grantham to her rise in politics and becoming the first female British prime minister, Thatcher faces challenges and dismissals but perseveres with her determination and resilience. As her career flourishes, she also navigates personal sacrifices and challenges, including the death of her husband and her own declining health due to dementia. Despite facing opposition and isolation towards the end of her political reign, Thatcher remains steadfast in her beliefs and legacy.
A ghost writer is hired to complete the memoirs of former British Prime Minister Adam Lang. As he delves deeper into the project, he uncovers secrets that put his own life in jeopardy.
Secret State is a political conspiracy thriller TV show set in Great Britain. It follows the story of a British Prime Minister who is killed, leading to a political cover-up and a war with Iran. An honest man, who is a journalist, discovers the truth behind the conspiracy and tries to uncover it. The show explores themes of political corruption, government cover-ups, and the influence of powerful corporations.
The Final Cut is a political thriller miniseries based on a novel. It follows the story of a psychopath who schemes his way to become the Prime Minister of England, navigating the treacherous world of politics, power, and betrayal.
A Very British Coup is a political drama TV show set in the UK. It follows the story of a socialist British Prime Minister who faces numerous conspiracies and challenges from political opponents. Based on a novel, the show offers a social commentary on British politics and explores themes of corruption and power struggles.
While still the Prince of Wales, the future Edward VIII meets the married American socialite, Wallis Simpson. Their relationship causes furor in the palace and in parliament, especially when King George V dies, Mrs. Simpson gets divorced, and King Edward announces his intention to marry her.
Into the Storm (2009) is a biographical drama that follows Winston Churchill as he leads the United Kingdom through the tumultuous times of World War II. The movie explores the political negotiations, diplomatic efforts, and military decisions that Churchill had to make to secure victory against the Axis powers. It showcases the challenges faced by the British Prime Minister and his role in shaping history.