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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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Brian and Maggie — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

A nostalgic trip back to the age of long-form political interviews, Brian and Maggie is a solid and intriguing drama that benefits greatly from Steve Coogan and Harriet Walter's strong performances.

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Angie Han The Hollywood Reporter Oct 1
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. Go to Full Review Craig Mathieson The Age (Australia) Sep 11
3/5
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. Go to Full Review Dan Einav Financial Times 02/08/2025
3/5
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... Go to Full Review James Croot The Post NZ Aug 7
Screenwriter James Graham has crafted a compelling tale that serves as a terrific showcase for Coogan Go to Full Review Gerard Gilbert iNews.co.uk 03/17/2025
4/5
Walter certainly delivers a more rounded Thatcher than we’re used to... Go to Full Review Pat Stacey Irish Independent 02/05/2025
3/5
Walter and Coogan are fun to watch, but the performances are strictly superficial. You can say the same about Graham’s script... Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Heidi O @RT78977918 Nov 17 No charisma between the main characters, hence no drama. See more Stephen C @bob25009 Oct 5 2 successful episodes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Dubbed and subtitled in worldwide studios!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Steve Coogan

Brian Walden

Harriet Walter

Margaret Thatcher

Paul Clayton

Bernard Ingham

Ross Armstrong

John Wakefield

Oliver Devoti

Floor Manager

Tom Mothersdale

David Cox

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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Brian and Maggie — Season 1

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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