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To Play the King

  • Drama
  • Comedy
  • War & Politics
First aired 1993-11-217.87.4Trakt

Francis Urquhart's survival at the top is threatened by the new king's populist agenda.

To Play the King is a British political drama series that premiered in 1993, following the cunning Francis Urquhart as he navigates treacherous power dynamics with a new monarch. This concluded series delivers sharp political intrigue and dark comedy for viewers who love high-stakes Westminster drama.

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Andrew Davies
Andrew Davies

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Seasons

1 season

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Is To Play the King renewed or cancelled?

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To Play the King has ended — it concluded its planned run.

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When did To Play the King first air?

The series premiered on November 21, 1993.

How many seasons does the series have?

To Play the King ran for one season.

What is the show about?

The series follows Francis Urquhart's struggle to maintain his power at the top as he faces a new king with a populist agenda that threatens his position.

Is the series still active?

No, To Play the King has ended and is no longer in production.

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