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The Hour

2011-07-19 · 60 min / episode · ★ 7.5

Drama · War & Politics · Crime

A behind-the-scenes drama and espionage thriller in Cold War-era England that centers on a journalist, a producer, and an anchorman for an investigative news programme.

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Creators
Abi Morgan
Production companies
BBC, Kudos
Countries
United Kingdom, Canada
Status
Ended

Top Cast

Ben WhishawBen WhishawFreddie Lyon
Romola GaraiRomola GaraiBel Rowley
Dominic WestDominic WestHector Madden
Anna ChancellorAnna ChancellorLix Storm
Julian Rhind-TuttJulian Rhind-TuttAngus McCain
Oona ChaplinOona ChaplinMarnie Madden
Peter CapaldiPeter CapaldiRandall Brown
Hannah John-KamenHannah John-KamenRosa Maria Ramírez
Peter SullivanPeter SullivanCommander Laurence Stern

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