TV series

For the Greater Good

1991★ 9.0 · 1Ended1 seasonCrimeDrama

Overview

For the Greater Good is a three-part 1991 BBC Two television drama serial written by G.F. Newman and directed by Danny Boyle. It centres on three politicians attempting to reform the British prison system. However, their efforts are undermined when the tabloid press exposes their private lives.

Trailer

Trailer · 17 March 1991 BBC2 - For The Greater Good trail & Screen Two: Do Not Disturb

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Images

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Cast

Martin Shaw
as Peter Balliol MP

Roy Dotrice
as Charles Truman MP

Nicholas Jones
as Julian Brind

Nicholas Woodeson
as Michael Parke-Walsh MP

Crew

Kenith Trodd
Producer

Clare Douglas
Editor

Martin Cooper
Original Music Composer

Malcolm Holmes
Original Music Composer

Andy McCluskey
Original Music Composer

Paul Humphreys
Original Music Composer

Paul Cross
Production Design

Anushia Nieradzik
Costume Design

Bill Craske
First Assistant Director

Michael Hutchings
First Assistant Director

Seasons

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Miniseries

Three politicians attempt to reform the British prison system. However, their efforts are undermined when the tabloid press exposes their private lives.

Episodes: 3