The Governor
Series Overview
Maximum security prison Barfield has recently nearly been destroyed by a riot. Helen Hewitt, the first woman put in charge of the prison, is determined to clean up the place despite being greeted with open hostility.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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2 Seasons • 12 Episodes
60 min per episode
1995 – 1996
Premiered: Sun, May 14, 1995
Lynda La PlanteLatest Aired Episode
Season 2, Episode 6: “The Governor II: Episode 6”
Officer Morgan returns from his home-leave after the hostage situation. Helen leaves the prison on a training course and the prisoners plan their biggest escape attempt yet. A prisoner holds all the officers as everyone escapes and Marshall is shot down. Helen feels responsible for what has happened even though she wasn't there and feels she has failed in what she tried to accomplish at Barfield Prison.
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Lynda La Plante's The Governor TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-08-20
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ema Edosio
Yinka Ogun, Debo Oluwatuminu
Department Leadership Roster
Ema Edosio
Director
Yinka Ogun
Writer
Debo Oluwatuminu
Writer
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15: Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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What is The Governor about?
Maximum security prison Barfield has recently nearly been destroyed by a riot. Helen Hewitt, the first woman put in charge of the prison, is determined to clean up the place despite being greeted with open hostility.
How many seasons does The Governor have?
The Governor comprises 2 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in The Governor?
Key cast members in The Governor include Janet McTeer, Derek Martin, David J. Nicholls, Jake Abraham, Craig Charles.
Who created or directed The Governor?
The Governor was developed and directed by Ema Edosio.