A Very British Coup

Production Note - Limited Series

A Very British Coup is a standalone Miniseries that concluded its 3-episode run in June 1988. Adapted from the seminal 1982 novel by Chris Mullin, this production serves as a masterclass in political thriller television. It captures the paranoia of the Cold War era and the internal machinations of the British establishment with surgical precision. The narrative achieves absolute finality as it tracks the rise and orchestrated downfall of Prime Minister Harry Perkins. Its high production value and sharp script earned it widespread acclaim, including the International Emmy Award for Best Drama and multiple BAFTA wins. This series remains a definitive limited narrative, offering a complete and chilling exploration of power that requires no further continuation.