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The History Man (1981)

TV Series ★ 4.1 60 min

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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Released
January 4, 1981
Runtime
60 min
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tt0081898
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Antony Sher Antony Sher Professor Howard Kirk Geraldine James Geraldine James Barbara Kirk Jonathan Bruton Martin Kirk Charlotte Enderby Celia Kirk Isla Blair Isla Blair Flora Beniform Laura Davenport Annie Callendar Paul Brooke Paul Brooke Henry Beamish Veronica Quilligan Veronica Quilligan Felicity Phee Maggie Steed Maggie Steed Myra Beamish Zienia Merton Zienia Merton Miss Ho Julia Swift Julia Swift Becky Pott Lloyd Peters Michael Bernard Steve Plytas Steve Plytas Professor Mangel

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Frequently asked questions

What is The History Man about?
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.
Who created The History Man?
The History Man was created by Christopher Hampton.
Who stars in The History Man?
The History Man stars Antony Sher, Geraldine James, Jonathan Bruton, Charlotte Enderby.
When was The History Man released?
The History Man is a 1981 drama series.
Where can I watch The History Man?
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