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When the British prime minister's husband is kidnapped and the French president starts receiving threats, both leaders must face an impossible choice.


Urquhart aims to secure his legacy on the international stage, but faces threats both from abroad and closer to home.

Ian Richardson
Francis Urquhart

Diane Fletcher
Elizabeth Urquhart

Paul Freeman
Tom Makepeace

Isla Blair
Claire Carlsen

Nickolas Grace
Geoffrey Booza Pitt

Glyn Grain
Rayner

Nick Brimble
Corder
The Final Cut is a drama, comedy, war & politics series that first aired in 1995 exploring themes of prime minister, miniseries, political thriller, house of commons, house of cards. Created by Andrew Davies, it stars Ian Richardson, Diane Fletcher, Paul Freeman. Urquhart aims to secure his legacy on the international stage, but faces threats both from abroad and closer to home.
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