The Special Relationship
“Never underestimate the politics of friendship”
Synopsis
A dramatisation that follows Tony Blair's journey from political understudy waiting in the wings of the world arena to accomplished prime minister standing confidently in the spotlight of centre stage. It is a story about relationships, between two powerful men (Blair and Bill Clinton), two powerful couples, and husbands and wives.
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The Special Relationship: Trailer (HBO Films)Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2010-05-24
Top Cast
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Michael Sheen
Tony Blair
Demetri Goritsas
Strategist
Adam Godley
Jonathan Powell
Marc Rioufol
Jacques Chirac
Mark Bazeley
Alastair Campbell
Helen McCrory
Cherie Blair
Nancy Crane
Protocol Officer
Dennis Quaid
Bill Clinton
John Schwab
Reporter
Hope Davis
Hillary Clinton
Kerry Shale
Advisor to the Clintons
Lara Pulver
Intern
Eric Meyers
American Journalist
Rufus Wright
British Journalist
Matthew Marsh
Foreign Policy Advisor
Peter Agnelli
Airport Worker (uncredited)
Roarke Alexander
Photographer (uncredited)
Stewart Alexander
White House Electrician (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 29, 2010
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard Loncraine
- Screenplay & Story
- Peter Morgan
- Original Score
- Alexandre Desplat
- Original Title
- The Special Relationship
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- BBC Film, HBO Films, Rainmark Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard Loncraine
Peter Morgan
Alexandre Desplat
Barry Ackroyd
Melanie Oliver
Tracey Scoffield, Frank Marshall, Christine Langan, Kathleen Kennedy, Frank Doelger
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Morgan
Writer
Richard Loncraine
Director
Tracey Scoffield
Producer
Mark Nelmes
Visual Effects Supervisor
Barry Ackroyd
Director of Photography
Consolata Boyle
Costume Design
Maria Djurkovic
Production Design
Alexandre Desplat
Original Music Composer
Frank Doelger
Producer
Melanie Oliver
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Special Relationship
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What is The Special Relationship about?
A dramatisation that follows Tony Blair's journey from political understudy waiting in the wings of the world arena to accomplished prime minister standing confidently in the spotlight of centre stage. It is a story about relationships, between two powerful men (Blair and Bill Clinton), two powerful couples, and husbands and wives.
Who directed The Special Relationship?
The Special Relationship was directed by Richard Loncraine.
Who stars in The Special Relationship?
The principal cast of The Special Relationship includes Michael Sheen, Demetri Goritsas, Adam Godley, Marc Rioufol, Mark Bazeley.
When was The Special Relationship released and how long is it?
The Special Relationship was released in 2010 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for The Special Relationship?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Special Relationship was composed by Alexandre Desplat.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Special Relationship?
The Special Relationship holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).