The Hour
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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.
The Hour is a British drama series set during the Cold War that follows journalists and producers working on an investigative news programme. The series premiered in 2011 and ran for two seasons before ending. It combines political intrigue, espionage, and behind-the-scenes newsroom tension in 1950s England.
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Ben WhishawFreddie Lyon
Romola GaraiBel Rowley
Dominic WestHector Madden
Anna ChancellorLix Storm
Tim Pigott-SmithLord Elms
John BoweDouglas Owen
Anton LesserClarence Fendley
Juliet StevensonLady Elms
Julian Rhind-TuttAngus McCain
Burn GormanThomas Kish
Oona ChaplinMarnie Madden
Peter CapaldiRandall Brown
Vanessa KirbyRuth Elms
Hannah John-KamenRosa Maria Ramírez
Peter SullivanCommander Laurence Stern
Trailer
THE HOUR New Series Launch Trailer
Seasons
2 seasons
Episodes · Season 2
Full season| # | Title | Air date | Runtime | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Episode 1 | 2012-11-14 | 60m | 8.3 |
| 02 | Episode 2 | 2012-11-21 | 60m | 8.0 |
| 03 | Episode 3 | 2012-11-28 | 60m | 8.5 |
| 04 | Episode 4 | 2012-12-05 | 60m | 9.0 |
| 05 | Episode 5 | 2012-12-12 | 60m | 9.3 |
| 06 | Episode 6 | 2012-12-13 | 60m | 9.7 |
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Is The Hour renewed or cancelled?
The Hour has ended — it concluded its planned run.
The Hour — frequently asked
When did The Hour premiere?
The Hour premiered on July 19, 2011 on BBC Two.
How many seasons does The Hour have?
The Hour has 2 seasons, with a total of 12 episodes.
Where can I watch The Hour?
The Hour is available on BritBox, which specializes in British television content.
Is The Hour still ongoing?
No, The Hour ended after its second season and is no longer in production.
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