

The Special Relationship
2010-05-29 · 93 min · ★ 6.4
A dramatisation that follows Tony Blair's journey from political understudy waiting in the wings of the world arena to accomplished prime minister standing confidently in the spotlight of centre stage. It is a story about relationships, between two powerful men (Blair and Bill Clinton), two powerful couples, and husbands and wives.
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- Directors
- Richard Loncraine
- Production companies
- BBC Film, HBO Films, Rainmark Films
- Countries
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Michael SheenTony Blair
Demetri GoritsasStrategist
Adam GodleyJonathan Powell
Marc RioufolJacques Chirac
Mark BazeleyAlastair Campbell
Helen McCroryCherie Blair
Nancy CraneProtocol Officer
Dennis QuaidBill Clinton
John SchwabReporter
Hope DavisHillary Clinton
Kerry ShaleAdvisor to the Clintons
Lara PulverIntern
Eric MeyersAmerican Journalist
Rufus WrightBritish Journalist
Matthew MarshForeign Policy Advisor
Peter AgnelliAirport Worker (uncredited)
Stewart AlexanderWhite House Electrician (uncredited)Title information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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