Series

Watch For the Greater Good (1991) Online

9.01 votes19911hEndedCrimeDramaOfficial site

Synopsis

For the Greater Good is a three-part 1991 BBC Two television drama serial written by G.F. Newman and directed by Danny Boyle. It centres on three politicians attempting to reform the British prison system. However, their efforts are undermined when the tabloid press exposes their private lives.

Episodes

Miniseries

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1. MemberNow viewing1991-03-201hCampaigning Tory backbencher Dr Peter Balliol MP finds himself in a crisis of choice between ambition, conscience and a questionable private life.
2. Mandarin1991-03-271hWhen a high-flying civil servant discovers a dangerous conspiracy at the Home Office, she must choose between loyalty to her leader and leaking to the press.
3. Minister1991-04-031hHome Secretary Charles Truman has to weigh up the dictates of conscience against the survival of his career.

Cast

Top Billed Cast

Martin Shaw
Peter Balliol MP
Roy Dotrice
Charles Truman MP
Nicholas Jones
Julian Brind
Nicholas Woodeson
Michael Parke-Walsh MP

Availability

Where To Watch Legally

No legal streaming, rental or purchase options for For the Greater Good were reported for this region.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Is For the Greater Good available to watch online?

Vidbox does not currently have a legal streaming, rental or purchase option on record for For the Greater Good in this region.

How many seasons does For the Greater Good have?

For the Greater Good has 1 season and 3 episodes.

When did For the Greater Good first air?

For the Greater Good first aired in 1991.

Is For the Greater Good still running?

For the Greater Good's status on TMDB is: Ended.

What genre is For the Greater Good?

For the Greater Good is classified as Crime, Drama.