A Very English Scandal
- Drama
It's the late 1960s, homosexuality has only just been legalised and Jeremy Thorpe, the leader of the Liberal party, has a secret he's desperate to hide.
A Very English Scandal is a BBC drama miniseries that premiered in May 2018, telling the true story of Jeremy Thorpe, leader of the Liberal Party in the late 1960s, whose hidden past threatens to destroy his political career. Set in an era when homosexuality had only recently been decriminalized in Britain, the series explores the scandal that rocked the establishment and changed British politics forever.
When does A Very English Scandal come out?
Where to watch
Streaming availability in United States
United States
Availability varies by country. A VPN can let you watch content licensed in another region, though most streaming services prohibit it in their terms of service. Use at your own discretion. Contains affiliate links.
Rent or buy
Digital purchase & rental in United States
Not available to rent or buy in United States yet. Available to rent or buy in: Austria · Australia · Canada · Germany · United Kingdom · GG
Where to watch A Very English Scandal by country
United Kingdom
Greece
Germany
France
Spain
Italy
Canada
Australia
BrazilTop cast
Follow an actor to track their next projects
Hugh GrantJeremy Thorpe
Ben WhishawNorman Scott
Alex JenningsPeter Bessell
Monica DolanMarion Thorpe
Jonathan HydeDavid Napley
Blake HarrisonAndrew 'Gino' Newton
Paul HiltonDavid Holmes
Jason WatkinsEmlyn Hooson
Michele DotriceEdna Friendship
Anthony O'DonnellLeo Abse
Eve MylesGwen Parry-Jones
Patricia HodgeUrsula Thorpe
Naomi BattrickDiana Stainton
David BamberLord Arran
Morgan WatkinsMike Steele
Trailer
A Very English Scandal: EXCLUSIVE TRAILER | Hugh Grant | Ben Whishaw - BBC
Seasons
1 season
Episodes · Season 1
Full season| # | Title | Air date | Runtime | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Episode 1 | 2018-05-20 | 56m | 7.5 |
| 02 | Episode 2 | 2018-05-27 | 59m | 7.7 |
| 03 | Episode 3 | 2018-06-03 | 58m | 7.8 |
Related & spin-offs
Other titles fans of A Very English Scandal tend to follow.
Is A Very English Scandal renewed or cancelled?
A Very English Scandal has ended — it concluded its planned run.
A Very English Scandal — frequently asked
When did A Very English Scandal air?
The series premiered on BBC One on May 20, 2018.
How many seasons are there?
A Very English Scandal is a single-season miniseries with three episodes.
Where can I watch A Very English Scandal?
The series is available on BBC iPlayer in the UK and has been distributed internationally through various streaming platforms and broadcasters.
Is this based on a true story?
Yes, the series dramatizes the real scandal involving Liberal Party leader Jeremy Thorpe in the late 1960s and early 1970s.
Comments(0)
No comments yet. Be the first.