The Thick of It

TV SERIES 2005 4 SEASONS

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.

This production, originally released in 2005, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Comedy genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 8.0 across its 4 seasons.

Storyline Highlights:
• Explores themes within Comedy.
• Produced in United Kingdom.
• Original Language: English.

Directed By

N/A

Written By

Will Smith, Sean Gray, Ian Martin

Starring Cast

Peter Capaldi

Malcolm Tucker

Rebecca Front

Nicola Murray

Chris Addison

Olly Reeder

Joanna Scanlan

Terri Coverley

James Smith

Glenn Cullen

Roger Allam

Peter Mannion

Seasons

Specials

34 Episodes • Aired 2007-01-10

No season overview provided for this season.

Season 1

3 Episodes • Aired 2005-05-19

First series of the satirical comedy sees newly appointed Minister for Social Affairs, Hugh Abbot, grappling with life in government.

Season 2

3 Episodes • Aired 2005-10-20

Dark political comedy set in the corridors of British government

Season 3

8 Episodes • Aired 2009-10-24

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.