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The History Man
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The History Man

1981-01-04 · 60 min / episode · ★ 4.1

Drama

The History Man is a four-part 1981 British television drama miniseries written by Christopher Hampton, based on Malcolm Bradbury's 1975 novel of the same title. Ardently left-wing, or so it seems, Howard Kirk subtly extends his power over students and colleagues alike at a redbrick university.

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Creators
Christopher Hampton
Production companies
BBC
Countries
United Kingdom
Status
Ended

Top Cast

Antony SherAntony SherProfessor Howard Kirk
Geraldine JamesGeraldine JamesBarbara Kirk
Jonathan BrutonMartin Kirk
Charlotte EnderbyCelia Kirk
Isla BlairIsla BlairFlora Beniform
Laura DavenportAnnie Callendar
Paul BrookePaul BrookeHenry Beamish
Veronica QuilliganVeronica QuilliganFelicity Phee
Maggie SteedMaggie SteedMyra Beamish
Zienia MertonZienia MertonMiss Ho
Julia SwiftJulia SwiftBecky Pott
Lloyd PetersMichael Bernard
Steve PlytasSteve PlytasProfessor Mangel

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