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A Very British Scandal

“Sex, secrets and suspicion.”

Series Overview

The true story of a duchess publicly shamed in a high society divorce that gripped the nation.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedMiniseries
Original Network
BBC One
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 3 Episodes

60 min per episode

Air Date Window

2021 – 2021

Premiered: Sun, Dec 26, 2021

Created By
Sarah PhelpsSarah Phelps

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Tue, Dec 28, 2021

Season 1, Episode 3: “Episode 3”

Battlelines are drawn as the Duke and Duchess of Argyll enter into a bloody separation, all played out in the white-hot glare of a ravenous press.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.

Official Prime Video TrailerOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2022-03-22

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Sarah Phelps

Original Score & Music

Nathan Barr

Film Editing

Dominic Strevens

Producers

Chris Ballantyne, Peter Czernin, Graham Broadbent, Diarmuid McKeown, Kate Triggs

Department Leadership Roster

Chris Ballantyne

Producer

Christina Moore

Production Design

Dominic Strevens

Editor

Ian Fulcher

Costume Design

Nathan Barr

Nathan Barr

Original Music Composer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: 15

15: Suitable only for 15 years and over.

International Certification Matrix

United Kingdom (BBFC)15

Suitable only for 15 years and over.

Germany (FSK)16

FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.

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Frequently Asked Questions About A Very British Scandal

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What is A Very British Scandal about?

The true story of a duchess publicly shamed in a high society divorce that gripped the nation.

How many seasons does A Very British Scandal have?

A Very British Scandal comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in A Very British Scandal?

Key cast members in A Very British Scandal include Claire Foy, Paul Bettany, Julia Davis, Richard McCabe.

Who created or directed A Very British Scandal?

A Very British Scandal was developed and directed by Sarah Phelps.