Movie

How to Be Prime Minister

199649m

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Good to know

Release date: 1996-09-22
Runtime: 49m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: BBC

About How to Be Prime Minister

How to Be Prime Minister is a 1996 movie in the Documentary and TV Movie genres, starring Michael Cockerell, John Major and Margaret Thatcher. It has a runtime of 49 minutes. Below you can see where to watch How to Be Prime Minister in Germany — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

It begins with cheers but almost always ends in tears. Yet, as the election looms, competition for the top job grows ever more intense. Why? The hours are terrible, money so-so, job security non-existent. On the plus side, there's free accommodation in central London and probably more power over your country than any other leader in the western world. With the help of the present and previous incumbents, Michael Cockerell offers the first "how to" guide to the job of prime minister.

Cast

Michael Cockerell

Self - Narrator

John Major

Self

Margaret Thatcher

Self

Harold Macmillan

Self (archive footage)

Harold Wilson

Self (archive footage)

Edward Heath

Self

James Callaghan

Self

Shirley Williams

Self

Douglas Hurd

Self

Tony Benn

Self

Charles Powell

Self

Joe Haines

Self

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch How to Be Prime Minister in Germany?+

How to Be Prime Minister is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Germany. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is How to Be Prime Minister on Netflix?+

How to Be Prime Minister is not on Netflix in Germany right now.

How long is How to Be Prime Minister?+

How to Be Prime Minister has a runtime of 49 minutes (49 minutes).

Who stars in How to Be Prime Minister?+

How to Be Prime Minister stars Michael Cockerell, John Major, Margaret Thatcher, Harold Macmillan and Harold Wilson.

When did How to Be Prime Minister come out?+

How to Be Prime Minister is a 1996 movie.

What genre is How to Be Prime Minister?+

How to Be Prime Minister is Documentary and TV Movie film.