Overview
Set in the corridors of power and spin, the Minister for Social Affairs is continually harassed by Number 10's policy enforcer and dependent on his not-so-reliable team of civil servants.
Seasons
Specials
34 Episodes • 2007
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Season 1
3 Episodes • 2005
First series of the satirical comedy sees newly appointed Minister for Social Affairs, Hugh Abbot, grappling with life in government.
Season 2
3 Episodes • 2005
Dark political comedy set in the corridors of British government
Season 3
8 Episodes • 2009
Dark political satire from Armando Iannucci set in the corridors of British government with Nicola Murray taking over the ministerial role nobody seems to want.
Season 4
7 Episodes • 2012
More government embarrassment, coalition rows, policy U-turns and frantic spin-doctoring in Armando Iannucci's masterful political satire.
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@sarahwatches
The Thick of It
Just finished the finale! What an incredible adaptation of one of my favorite books. The attention to historical detail is amazing.
@mikefilmcritic
The Thick of It
The character development in this show is unmatched. Every episode leaves me wanting more.
Show Info
First Air Date
5/19/2005
Last Air Date
10/20/2012
Seasons
4
Episodes
21
Network
BBC Four, BBC Two
Status
Ended
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