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Season 1 – Brian and Maggie

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When two old friends, Brian Walden and prime minister Margaret Thatcher come together for their last ever TV interview, little do they realize that they're about to embark on one of the most famous political exchanges of all time.

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Angie Han The Hollywood Reporter If the James Graham-written two-parter serves as a nostalgic tribute to a bygone era of TV journalism, it’s made both less uplifting and more interesting by its acknowledgment that the good old days weren’t always so perfect and straightforward, either. Oct 1, 2025 Full Review Craig Mathieson The Age (Australia) The leads are first-rate, but the script from Paul Graham (Sherwood) can sometimes feel like a creaky primer for the era and the art of the long-form political interview. Rated: 3/5 Sep 11, 2025 Full Review Dan Einav Financial Times Walter and Coogan go beyond impersonation to draw out deeper, emotional interpretations. But while the interview is faithfully recreated, the rest of the show is a little stilted and overwritten... Rated: 3/5 Feb 8, 2025 Full Review James Croot The Post NZ Screenwriter James Graham has crafted a compelling tale that serves as a terrific showcase for Coogan Aug 7, 2025 Full Review Gerard Gilbert iNews.co.uk Walter certainly delivers a more rounded Thatcher than we’re used to... Rated: 4/5 Mar 17, 2025 Full Review Pat Stacey Irish Independent Walter and Coogan are fun to watch, but the performances are strictly superficial. You can say the same about Graham’s script... Rated: 3/5 Feb 5, 2025 Full Review Read all reviews
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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jan 29, 2025 A former labor MP becomes a TV host for a major political show, leading to an unexpected bond with Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher. Details Episode 2 Aired Jan 30, 2025 Prime Minister Thatcher faces mounting pressure after a key ally's sudden departure; a television appearance becomes a turning point for her political career. Details
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Season Info

Director
Stephen Frears
Executive Producer
Sarah Monteith, Steve Coogan, Rupert Majendie, James Graham, Harriet Walter, Stephen Frears, Delyth Scudamore
Screenwriter
James Graham
Network
Channel 4
Genre
Drama
Original Language
British English
Release Date
Jan 29, 2025