Brian and Maggie, starring Steve Coogan and Harriet Walter, confirms air date

The fact-based drama “Brian and Maggie,” starring Steve Coogan and Harriet Walter, officially has an airdate set on Channel 4. For those eager to watch it immediately, the option is available for them to do so.

In this two-part TV series, we witness the events leading to a crucial interview between Brian Walden, portrayed by Coogan, and Margaret Thatcher, as played by Harriet Walter, who was then prime minister. This interview significantly impacted her eventual resignation.

After initially appearing amicable before their 45-minute interview, they stopped communicating with each other, and surprisingly, that interview turned into a significant topic of discussion across the nation.

Brian and Maggie will officially be broadcasted on Channel 4 at 9pm, specifically on the evenings of 29th and 30th January 2025.

Individuals who have signed up for Channel 4+, priced at either £3.99 monthly or £39.99 annually, can currently stream both episodes through their online platform. Today, it was made available early for subscribers as a special ‘pre-release’ advantage.

Coogan has been twice nominated for the Academy Awards, once for his role in the 2013 film Philomena, and more recently, he received a British Academy Film Award (BAFTA) nomination for his chilling performance as Jimmy Savile in the BBC One drama The Reckoning.

Currently, Walter is receiving recognition for his roles in HBO’s Succession and the Apple TV+ thriller Silo. Simultaneously, she has gained fame for her performances in Downton Abbey and The Crown, where she depicted Clementine Churchill.

The royal drama on Netflix delved into the turbulent time of Margaret Thatcher at 10 Downing Street, and Gillian Anderson received numerous accolades for her portrayal of the contentious prime minister who was widely debated.

The series “Brian and Maggie” originates from screenwriter James Graham, well-known for his work on “Sherwood” and “Brexit: The Uncivil War,” as he shared the purpose of the show in a conversation with The Guardian.

He mentioned: “I aim for it to pose a significant, yet not overly grand question. The format of democratic discourse, political interviews, is currently facing a predicament.

It’s crucial we discuss the issue at hand, delve into our discussions themselves, explore the reasons behind why our talks don’t seem as enlightening or rewarding as they once did.

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2025-01-15 21:04