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BBC iPlayer (GB)
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Ended
Start:
2021-10-04
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The story of two powerful personalities at the heart of a political phenomenon. Tony Blair, Gordon Brown and their closest allies chart the rise and difficult legacy of New Labour.
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S1E1 - Episode 1
Two young MPs, Tony Blair and Gordon Brown, are determined to modernise the Labour party against a backdrop of economic strife and dire election failures.
Air Date: 04 Oct 2021 15:00 (CDT)
S1E2 - Episode 2
After New Labour's landslide victory, Blair and Brown enjoy early successes at home and overseas – but cracks start to appear within their inner circles.
Air Date: 04 Oct 2021 15:00 (CDT)
S1E3 - Episode 3
A rocky midterm period highlights ideological differences within the New Labour leadership. After a second election win, the question of succession comes to the fore.
Air Date: 04 Oct 2021 15:00 (CDT)
S1E4 - Episode 4
After the tragedy of 9/11, Tony Blair stands beside America in the war against terror. The fallout of his decisions marks the biggest challenge to his premiership.
Air Date: 04 Oct 2021 15:00 (CDT)
S1E5 - Episode 5
After New Labour's third victory, tensions between No.10 and No.11 are at breaking point. Brown finally becomes Prime Minister, only to face crisis after crisis.
Air Date: 04 Oct 2021 15:00 (CDT)