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Disraeli: Portrait of a Romantic

Disraeli, the only person of Jewish lineage ever to hold prime-ministership of Britain, was also a well-known figure in Victorian literary and social circles, being a writer of some note. This series encompasses his personal life as well as his public life in a semi-fictional tale of passion, glory, greed and ambition.

Show Info

Network: United Kingdom ITV1 (1978 - 1978)
Schedule: Tuesdays at 20:45 (75 min)
Status: Ended
Show Type: Scripted
Genres: DramaHistory

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The Chief 1872-1881

Episode 1x04; Sep 26, 1978

Disraeli's beloved wife, Mary Anne, passes away but he's elected party leader and steers the Conservatives to a landslide victory in the 1872 elections. As Prime Minister, Disraeli shows his greatness by implementing reforms at home and pursuing a su

Previous Episodes

Episode NameAirdateTrailer
1x04: The Chief 1872-1881Sep 26, 1978
1x03: The Great Game 1858-1872Sep 19, 1978
1x02: Mary AnneSep 12, 1978
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