The Thick of It is a hilarious mockumentary series that takes a satirical look at the British government and the absurdities of politics. Set in the fictional Department of Social Affairs and Citizenship, the show follows the lives of politicians and civil servants as they navigate the world of spin doctors, public inquiries, and general elections. Filled with witty dialogue and brilliant performances, The Thick of It is a must-watch for fans of political humor and British comedy.
Yes Minister is a hilarious comedy that follows the political escapades of a government minister who constantly finds himself at odds with the bureaucracy surrounding him. Through witty dialogue and clever plot twists, the show provides a satirical commentary on British politics and civil service.
Follows a successful lawyer who has everything, but who is plagued by a family curse, and turns out that the one who holds the secret to breaking it is the seemingly ordinary civil servant.
Imagine if three people suddenly found themselves as civil servants of the city Mitsuba. What sort of personalities and drives would they have to push them to seek out such careers? Lucy Yamagami, a serious young woman assigned to the Welfare Administrative Section, intends to use the job as a means of settling a vendetta against another civil servant. Yutaka Hasebe, a flirtatious young man assigned to the First Section of the Welfare Department, intends to slack off whenever he can and have a good time. And Saya Miyoshi, a college graduate assigned to the Second Section of the Welfare Department, intends to simply get through the first job she's had in her life as best she can. Servant x Service follows these three newcomers starting their jobs as government employees under their supervisor, Taishi Ichimiya, who is utterly clueless about how to direct them—despite having worked there for the last eight years. Nevertheless, he welcomes them as fellow civil servants and encourages them to work themselves like dogs for the sake of the citizens. We follow their day-to-day lives as they experience the rigors of government employment, including dealing with regulations, office romances, paperwork, and being the nearest punching bags when citizens need something to complain about.
Amid their parents’ divorce, three sisters are plunged into uncertainty when their mother is murdered and the family is cast under a cloud of suspicion.
Ko Sang-Sik is in his 40's and still single. He works as the environmental facility section chief at city hall. Ko Sang-Sik becomes involved with Kang Min-Joo. She is also in her 40's and still single. She works as a PD at a broadcasting station.
The City Hall is a 2009 South Korean television series starring Kim Sun-ah and Cha Seung-won. It aired on SBS from April 29 to July 2, 2009 on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 21:55 for 20 episodes. Written by Kim Eun-sook and directed by Shin Woo-chul, the story revolves around a low-ranking government clerk who becomes the youngest mayor of the fictional Inju City, and her romance with an ambitious and cynical deputy mayor. The drama series also marked movie star Cha Seung-won's return to the small screen after a six-year absence.
Mafia Only Kills in Summer is a comedy-drama TV show set in 1979 Sicily. It follows the story of a teenage girl navigating through the challenges of growing up in a society dominated by the mafia. She experiences the complexities of family relationships, friendship, love, and temptation while also witnessing the corrupt and dark side of the mafia and government.
The Buddha of Suburbia follows the journey of a teenager named Karim as he navigates his way through his identity and sexuality in a suburban setting. Set in the 1970s and 1980s, the show delves into themes of family relationships, drug use, and the clash of cultures. With elements of satire and comedy, it offers a unique perspective on suburban life.
In a dystopian future, a bureaucrat named Sam Lowry becomes entangled in a web of government corruption and terrorism as he tries to find the woman he dreams about. With frequent terrorist bombings and a stifling bureaucracy, Sam must navigate a dangerous world to uncover the truth.
In Traitors (2019), a young woman working for the civil service in post-war London is approached by the American CIA to work as a spy. As she becomes entangled in a web of espionage and hidden agendas, she must navigate the complex world of British politics and the remnants of a strained aristocratic family while trying to uncover the truth. Set against the backdrop of the Cold War, Traitors explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and personal sacrifices.
Indian Summers is a TV show that takes place in the summer of 1932 during the final few months of British colonial rule in India. The series follows a group of people living in Simla, a picturesque hill station and the summer capital of British India. The show explores various themes like illicit affairs, abusive relationships, class differences, and the impact of the British Empire on Indian society. It also delves into the social and political tensions of the time, including the struggles for Indian independence. Indian Summers provides a captivating exploration of the complexities and conflicts of a society in transition.
The Round Table is an American television series that aired on NBC on Friday nights from September 18, 1992 to October 16, 1992. The series is set in Washington D.C. and focuses on the lives of a group young professionals in their mid-twenties who frequently meet at the bar The Round Table. After seven episodes, the show was canceled and many of the show's stars surfaced in other projects.
Lola is a drama and romance movie set in post-war Germany. It follows the story of Lola, a cabaret singer and prostitute, who gets caught up in a web of corruption and political intrigue. As she navigates through the world of real estate deals and corrupt politicians, she finds herself torn between her love for a civil servant and her desire for a better life. The movie explores themes of economic recovery, sexual interest, and the struggle for power.
Invasion of the Body Snatchers is a horror/sci-fi movie from 1978. Set in San Francisco, it follows a group of people who discover that aliens are replacing humans with emotionless duplicates created from seed pods. As the invasion spreads, they must find a way to stay awake and evade the aliens, as falling asleep allows them to be duplicated as well. The movie explores themes of paranoia, loss of identity, and the struggle for survival.
The Far Pavilions is a thrilling miniseries set in 19th-century India, following the life of Ashton Pelham-Martyn. After being orphaned at a young age, Ashton is raised by an Indian woman and becomes deeply connected to the country. His journey is filled with love, betrayal, and a clash of cultures as he navigates the complexities of British imperialism in India.
Moira, Anete and Caio are employees of a public office who do nothing in the office, which has lost some government attention over the years. Until a new boss arrives, Tales, with his intern Leda, and makes the old employees suffer with new and many jobs to do.
De Collega's is a classic Belgian comedy TV series about colleges working in an office of the Ministry of Finance. It originally aired for three seasons between 9 September 1978 and 21 February 1981 on the BRT. A total of 37 episodes was made. The series was written by Jan Matterne, who also directed the first season. The second and third seasons were directed by Vincent Rouffaer. In 1988 a feature film was released, De Kollega's Maken de Brug. The series was re-aired numerous times, most recently in October 2008.
Not Safe for Work is a workplace comedy TV show that follows the lives of office workers in Northamptonshire, England. The series revolves around the comedy of errors that occur in their daily lives, including office romances, clashes with co-workers, and the challenges of relocation and immigration. The show also explores themes of interracial relationships and drug addiction within the workplace.
Jersey Girl tells the story of a widowed father who struggles to balance his career and raise his young daughter, until a chance encounter with a woman gives him a second chance at love. Set in New Jersey, the movie explores themes of family, loss, and finding happiness.