The Peter Principle (1997)

TV Series ★ 8.0 30 min

Comedy

The Peter Principle is a BBC television show about the Aldbridge Branch of the fictional County & Provincial Bank. It originally aired in the late 1990s and is now a part of the PBS program lineup at some PBS stations, which call it The Boss. The program takes its name from the Peter Principle, that In a hierarchy every employee tends to rise to his level of incompetence.

Mark Burton Creator John O'Farrell Creator Dan Patterson Creator

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Quick facts

Released
June 2, 1997
Runtime
30 min
IMDb
tt0118427
Country
United Kingdom
Language
English
Studio
Hat Trick Productions

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Cast

Jim Broadbent Jim Broadbent Peter Duffley David Schneider David Schneider Bradley Wilson Claire Skinner Claire Skinner Susan Harvey Daniel Flynn Daniel Flynn David Edwards Stephen Moore Stephen Moore Geoffrey Parkes Wendy Nottingham Wendy Nottingham Evelyn Walker Beverley Callard Beverley Callard Barbara

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Peter Principle about?
The Peter Principle is a BBC television show about the Aldbridge Branch of the fictional County & Provincial Bank. It originally aired in the late 1990s and is now a part of the PBS program lineup at some PBS stations, which call it The Boss. The program takes its name from the Peter Principle, that In a hierarchy every employee tends to rise to his level of incompetence.
Who created The Peter Principle?
The Peter Principle was created by Mark Burton, John O'Farrell, Dan Patterson.
Who stars in The Peter Principle?
The Peter Principle stars Jim Broadbent, David Schneider, Claire Skinner, Daniel Flynn.
When was The Peter Principle released?
The Peter Principle is a 1997 comedy series.
Where can I watch The Peter Principle?
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