The Politician's Husband
The Politician's Husband

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The Politician's Husband

2013
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
English

A drama about the shifting power in a marriage when the personal and political collide.

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IMDb7.3/10
Director: Joss AgnewGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

This gripping political drama miniseries charts the turbulent rise and fall of a talented junior minister, Aiden Hoynes, whose ambition clashes with his personal life. As he navigates the cutthroat world of Westminster, his wife, Florence, finds her own life unraveling due to his relentless pursuit of power. The series explores the devastating consequences of political machinations on family relationships and individual sanity.

Critical Reception

The Politician's Husband received largely positive reviews, with critics praising its sharp writing, intense performances, and unflinching look at the dark side of politics. The series was commended for its complex character development and suspenseful narrative, though some found its bleakness overwhelming.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its compelling and often brutal depiction of political ambition.

  • Rory Kinnear's performance as the increasingly unhinged Aiden Hoynes was a standout.

  • The series effectively portrayed the corrosive effect of power on personal relationships.

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Fun Fact

The series was filmed in various locations across London, including Westminster and the Houses of Parliament, to lend authenticity to its political setting.

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