Series

For the Greater Good

★ 9.0(1)19911h 0m1 season

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Good to know

Creator: G.F. Newman
Release date: 1991-03-20
Runtime: 1h 0m
Language: English
Seasons: 1
Episodes: 3
Network: BBC Two
Status: Ended
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: BBC

For the Greater Good — trailer

About For the Greater Good

For the Greater Good is a 1991 web series in the Crime and Drama genres, created by G.F. Newman, starring Martin Shaw, Roy Dotrice and Nicholas Jones. It spans 1 season and 3 episodes, and originally aired on BBC Two. It holds an average rating of 9.0/10 from 1 viewers. Below you can see where to watch For the Greater Good in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

For the Greater Good is a three-part 1991 BBC Two television drama serial written by G.F. Newman and directed by Danny Boyle. It centres on three politicians attempting to reform the British prison system. However, their efforts are undermined when the tabloid press exposes their private lives.

Seasons (1)

Miniseries3 eps · 1991

Cast

Martin Shaw

Peter Balliol MP

Roy Dotrice

Charles Truman MP

Nicholas Jones

Julian Brind

Nicholas Woodeson

Michael Parke-Walsh MP

Themes & keywords

prisonpoliticianminiseriesbritaintabloidprison systempolitical thriller

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch For the Greater Good in Canada?+

For the Greater Good is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is For the Greater Good on Netflix?+

For the Greater Good is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How many seasons of For the Greater Good are there?+

For the Greater Good has 1 season and 3 episodes in total.

Who stars in For the Greater Good?+

For the Greater Good stars Martin Shaw, Roy Dotrice, Nicholas Jones and Nicholas Woodeson.

When did For the Greater Good come out?+

For the Greater Good is a 1991 web series created by G.F. Newman.

What genre is For the Greater Good?+

For the Greater Good is Crime and Drama series.

Who created For the Greater Good?+

For the Greater Good was created by G.F. Newman.