Alan Bleasdale's Bafta-nominated drama, starring Robert Lindsay and Michael Palin. The epic - and sometimes hilarious - story of the madness of power, and how it affects the lives of two men.
Episode 1
When Jim Nelson and Michael Murray's paths cross, nothing will be the same again
Episode 1
Episode 2
Jim falls further into despair. Michael falls hopelessly in love with mysterious Barbara.
Episode 2
Episode 3
Barbara seems more interested in Michael's past than his persistant attempts at courtship
Episode 3
Episode 4
Barbara, having blown cold and cold for some time, has signalled a change in the weather
Episode 4
Episode 5
Michael Murray attempts to wrestle back control of his life and his city
Episode 5
Episode 6
Michael Murray and Jim Nelson begin to realise that they are both pawns in a very big game
Episode 6
Episode 7
Jim Nelson comes back to the city determined to stand up and be counted
Episode 7