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The Thick of It

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Satirical comedy set in and around the world of British politics.

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Chris Addison
Oliver Reeder
James Smith
Glenn Cullen
Peter Capaldi
Malcolm Tucker

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Episode 1

Episode #4.1

30 mins

Peter Mannion is now secretary of state for the Department of Social Affairs and Citizenship. Spin doctor Stewart Pearson, on PM's orders, instructs him to launch an education initiative, to the annoyance of junior minister Fergus and the embittered Glenn. Glenn is supported by Terri, who is fed up and wants redundancy. Peter's brief is to launch an Apps initiative in a local school but the press conference shows him to be wholly out of touch with the subject. Ultimately he must reconcile with Fergus at a further press call to gain street cred - and just about does it.

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Awards

  • 2006 - Broadcasting Press Guild Award - Best Comedy/Entertainment - winner
  • 2006 - Writer's Award - - winner
  • 2006 - BAFTA TV Award - Best Comedy Performance - winner
  • 2006 - BAFTA TV Award - Best Comedy Performance - nominated

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