First Among Equals
Series Overview
A ten-part serial based on Jeffrey Archer's 1984 novel of the same name, which follows the careers and personal lives of a quartet of fictional Parliament members from 1964 to 1991, with each vying to become Prime Minister.
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1 Season • 10 Episodes
60 min per episode
1986 – 1986
Premiered: Tue, Sep 30, 1986
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 10: “Episode 10”
Kerslake and Seymour duel for leader of the Conservative party, but one suffers a blow that changes his perspective on politics. A general election is called and two MPs are in the running for prime minister — with the third holding the deciding vote.
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First Among Equals tv series opening credits
Type: Opening Credits • Published 2013-09-15
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Derek Marlowe
Jeffrey Archer
Richard Harvey
Mervyn Watson, Richard Everitt
Department Leadership Roster
Mervyn Watson
Producer
Alan Price
Production Design
Chris Wilkinson
Production Design
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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 First Among Equals about?
A ten-part serial based on Jeffrey Archer's 1984 novel of the same name, which follows the careers and personal lives of a quartet of fictional Parliament members from 1964 to 1991, with each vying to become Prime Minister.
How many seasons does First Among Equals have?
First Among Equals comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in First Among Equals?
Key cast members in First Among Equals include Tom Wilkinson, James Faulkner, David Robb, Jeremy Child, Joanna David.
Who created or directed First Among Equals?
First Among Equals was developed and directed by Derek Marlowe.