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The History Man
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The History Man

1981–1981

Adapted from the novel by Malcolm Bradbury

Created byChristopher Hampton
1 Season
4 Episodes

The History Man is a four-part 1981 British television drama miniseries written by Christopher Hampton, based on Malcolm Bradbury's 1975 novel of the same title. Ardently left-wing, or so it seems, Howard Kirk subtly extends his power over students and colleagues alike at a redbrick university.

CAST
Antony SherProfessor Howard KirkGeraldine JamesBarbara KirkJonathan BrutonMartin KirkCharlotte EnderbyCelia KirkIsla BlairFlora BeniformLaura DavenportAnnie CallendarPaul BrookeHenry BeamishVeronica QuilliganFelicity PheeMaggie Steed
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GENRES
Drama
STATUSEnded
RATING
4.1
NETWORK
BBC Two
EPISODES
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