TV Series

For the Greater Good (1991)

• First aired March 20, 1991
• Seasons: 1 · Episodes: 3
• 1h 0m per episode

• Crime
• Drama

Overview

For the Greater Good is a three-part 1991 BBC Two television drama serial written by G.F. Newman and directed by Danny Boyle. It centres on three politicians attempting to reform the British prison system. However, their efforts are undermined when the tabloid press exposes their private lives.

Created by

G.F. Newman

Starring

Martin Shaw, Roy Dotrice, Nicholas Jones